Roland V-Combo VR-760 Owner's Manual

written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (Owner’s manual p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (Owner’s manual p.

3), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (Owner’s manual p. 5).

These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

Owner’s Manual

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

001

• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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002b

• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit. (The only exception would be where this manual provides specific instructions which should be followed in order to put in place user-installable options; see p. 83.)

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003

• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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004

• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct

sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors);

or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration.

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005

• This unit should be used only with a rack or stand that is recommended by Roland.

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006

• When using the unit with a rack or stand recommended by Roland, the rack or stand must be carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. If not using a rack or stand, you still need to make sure that any location you choose for placing the unit provides a level surface that will properly support the unit, and keep it from wobbling.

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008a

• The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions, or as marked on the unit.

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008e

• Use only the attached power-supply cord.

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009

• Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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010

• This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.

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011

• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or

other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be

carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

012a:

• Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:

• The power-supply cord, or the plug has been

damaged; or

• If smoke or unusual odor occurs

• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been

spilled onto the unit; or

• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise

has become wet); or

• The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance.

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013

• In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

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014

• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

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015

• Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

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016

• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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022a

• Always turn the unit off and unplug the power cord before attempting installation of the circuit board (model no. SRX Series; p. 83).

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026

• Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.

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101a

• The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.

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101c

• This (VR-760) for use only with Roland stand KS-

12. Use with other stands is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

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102b

• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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103a:

• At regular intervals, you should unplug the power plug and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

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104

• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

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106

• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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107b

• Never handle the power cord or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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108a

• Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.

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109a

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet (p. 19).

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110a

• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, pull the plug on the power cord out of the outlet.

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115a

• Install only the specified circuit board(s) (model no. SRX Series). Remove only the specified screws (p. 83).

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118

• Should you remove Card protector, Card protector’s screws, and screws of the circuit board’s cover and the Music Rest, make sure to put them in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

291b

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 3, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

301

• Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system).

307

• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

308

• Although the LCD and LEDs are switched off when the POWER switch is switched off, this does not mean that the unit has been completely disconnected from the source of power. If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one that is within easy reach.

Placement

351

• Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.

352a

• This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

352b

• Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.

354b

• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Also, do not allow lighting devices that normally are used while their light source is very close to the unit (such as a piano light), or powerful spotlights to shine upon the same area of the unit for extended periods of time. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

355b

• When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.

356

• Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish.

358

• Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard. This can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing to produce sound.

359

• Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument. Peeling such matter off the instrument may damage the exterior finish.

Maintenance

401b

• To clean the unit, use a dry, soft cloth; or one that is slightly dampened. Try to wipe the entire surface using an equal amount of strength, moving the cloth along with the grain of the wood. Rubbing too hard in the same area can damage the finish.

402

• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Additional Precautions

551

• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory on a DATA card, or in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer).

552

• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on a DATA card, or in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

553

• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

554

• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

556

• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

557

•A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal operation.

558a

• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night).

559a

• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

561

• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-7; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

Before Using Cards

Using DATA Cards

• The VR-760’s memory card slot accepts CompactFlash memory cards. Microdrive storage media by IBM are not compatible.

• CompactFlash and are trademarks of SanDisk Corporation and licensed by CompactFlash association.

• Roland Corporation is an authorized licensee of the CompactFlash TM and CF logo trademarks.

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• CompactFlash cards are constructed using precision components; handle the cards carefully, paying particular note to the following.

• To prevent damage to the cards from static electricity, be sure to discharge any static electricity from your own body before handling the cards.

• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact portion of the cards.

• Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or vibration.

• Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or other such locations (storage temperature: -25º–85º).

• Do not allow cards to become wet.

• Do not disassemble or modify the cards.

• Never insert or remove a CompactFlash card while the VR-760’s power is on. Doing so may corrupt the VR-760’s data or the data on the CompactFlash card.

704

• Carefully insert the CompactFlash card all the way in— until it is firmly in place.

705

• Never touch the terminals of the CompactFlash card. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty.

Installing the card protector

The VR-760 provides a card protector to prevent theft of the memory card. To install the card protector, use the following procedure.

1. Use a screwdriver to remove both screws that are at

either side of the memory card slot.

2. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot.

3. Use the screws to fasten the card protector as shown

below.

Card protector

Inverted

Side view

Main Features

Emphasis on Basic Keyboard Functions for Stage Use

■ Handles Organ, Piano, and

Synthesizer Parts

The VR-760 is a 76-key portable keyboard that integrates extremely high-quality “organ,” “piano,” and “synthesizer” sounds, so important for bands who need to cover organ, piano, and synthesizer parts, all in one unit. The sections for controlling these three instruments, arranged on the VR-760’s panel in an easy-to-understand layout, can all be used simultaneously.

■ Organ Section Equipped with

Virtual Tonewheel Sound Generator

The VR-760 comes with a “virtual tonewheel” sound generator, which uses digital technology to emulate each and every actual element that took part in creating the traditional organ’s sound. The rapid attack is particularly evident when playing glissandos. The instrument is fully polyphonic, providing ideal performance with no dropouts in the sound. Plus, the Quick Firing keyboard effect reproduces the rapid sounding and rebounding touch of the keys so characteristic of organs.

■ Equipped with Dedicated

Piano Sound Generator

The piano section features a dedicated modeling sound generator that reproduces the special qualities available only with a piano. The acoustic piano sound simulates the manner in which the damper is not applied to the higher-register range, half damper, and other features, the electric piano includes the sounds produced as a result of the instrument’s construction, including the noises produced when the keys are released and the resonance produced when the keys are played, and even the amp simulation is faithful to the original.

■ Synth Sections Includes High-

Quality Backing Tones

The VR-760’s synth section comprises a combination of electronic sounds such as analog synth along with realistic string and other acoustic instrument sounds. Centering on ensemble sounds that are easy for bands to use, pad sounds, and synthesizer sounds, all of these luxurious tones have been selected with the utmost care. The VR-760 also features SRX Wave Expansion slots, so you can use these expanded tones to perform in an even wider variety of musical genres.

■ Simple, Intuitive Control Panel

The organ, piano, and synth sections each feature a different

specialized control panel for easier operation, and by storing complex combinations of detailed settings from these sections to the registrations, you can call them up very simply later on. In addition, you can immediately switch to the optimal settings for organ, piano, or synth performances, even while performing in various different modes, just by pressing the ONE TOUCH [ORGAN], [PIANO], or [SYNTH] buttons.

■ Greater Expressiveness with

Active Expression

You can use the synth section’s Active Expression function for more expressive power in layered performances and enhanced expression in held notes.

■ More Powerful Performances

with the D Beam Controller

Using the D Beam allows the performer to directly infuse their performances with emotional expressiveness. Three functions, specialized for organ, piano, and synth, can be assigned to the D Beam.

■ Refined, Attractive Design

With its metallic-colored body and wood side panels, the VR760 looks stunning onstage. The side panels are made from real wood, so each instrument is one of a kind, and the nicks and scratches that accumulate with use are a natural characteristic, a sort of “badge of honor.” Enjoy pride of ownership with this truly unique instrument.

* The real wood used in the side panels scratches easily; use

proper care in handling the instrument.

Other Features

■ Includes Rhythm Function

This feature allows you to play simple and musical rhythmic performances. Use rhythms as you would phrase loops as a practice aid or employ this function as a creative tool when composing songs.

■ Full Polyphony Plus 128 Voices

The organ section is fully polyphonic, while the piano and synth sections combine for a total of 128 voices, providing ample voices for layering and other performance effects.

* Some tones may use more than one voice simultaneously, in

which case fewer than 128 voices may be audible.

■ Huge 96 MB Wave Memory

The VR-760 is equipped with a massive 96 megabyte (when converted in a linear format) wave memory for the piano and synth sections, as well as for the thirty or so tones in the rhythm section, providing extremely high-quality sound.

Contents

USING THE UNIT SAFELY......................................................................................................................3

IMPORTANT NOTES................................................................................................................................5

Main Features..........................................................................................7

Panel Descriptions................................................................................12

Front Panel................................................................................................................................12

Rear Panel................................................................................................................................. 15

Before You Begin Playing....................................................................16

Connecting the Power Cord .................................................................................................... 16

Connecting the VR-760 to External Equipment ..................................................................... 17

Connecting Pedals......................................................................................................................... 18

Installing the Music Stand ....................................................................................................... 18

Turning the Power On and Off................................................................................................. 19

Turning On the Power.................................................................................................................. 19

Turning Off the Power ................................................................................................................. 19

Adjusting the Volume............................................................................................................... 20

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) .................................................................... 20

Adjusting the Display Contrast (LCD Contrast)..................................................................... 21

Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches (Master Tune)............................................................ 22

Overview of the VR-760........................................................................23

Basic organization of the VR-760............................................................................................ 23

Keyboard Controller Section.......................................................................................................23

Sound Generator Section..............................................................................................................23

Effects Section................................................................................................................................ 23

Composition of the VR-760’s Parts......................................................................................... 24

1. Organ Part.................................................................................................................................. 24

2. Piano Part................................................................................................................................... 24

3. Synth Part................................................................................................................................... 24

4. Rhythm Part............................................................................................................................... 24

Tones and Memories................................................................................................................24

System Memory............................................................................................................................. 24

Registration Memories ................................................................................................................. 24

Temporary Area............................................................................................................................24

Basic Operation of the VR-760 ................................................................................................ 25

Main Screens.................................................................................................................................. 25

Basic Screen Rules......................................................................................................................... 25

About the Controller Section.......................................................................................................26

Controlling Parts and Registrations...........................................................................................26

Listening to the Demo Songs ..............................................................27

Performing with the Keyboard.............................................................28

Performing the Organ, Piano, or Synth Individually (ONE TOUCH) .................................... 28

Performing with a Variety of Tones (REGISTRATION).......................................................... 29

Example: Call up to REGISTRATION 42...................................................................................29

Changing the Volume Level of Each Part............................................................................... 30

Adding Reverberation to the Sound ....................................................................................... 30

Changing the Overall Tone Quality (MASTER EQ)................................................................31

Using the Controller ................................................................................................................. 31

Bender/Modulation Lever ..........................................................................................................31

Aftertouch ...................................................................................................................................... 32

Damper Pedal................................................................................................................................32

Expression pedal...........................................................................................................................32

Control Pedal.................................................................................................................................32

Basic Operation of the Organ Part.......................................................................................... 33

The “Harmonic Bars” That Change the Composition of the Organ Tone............................33

[H-Bar Manual] button.................................................................................................................35

Organ Section ........................................................................................................................... 36

Changing the Organ Sound (Tone Wheel)................................................................................ 36

Adding Modulation to the Sound (Vibrato and Chorus)........................................................ 37

Adding Crispness to the Sound (Percussion) ........................................................................... 38

Changing the Virtual Amp (Amplifier)..................................................................................... 41

Adding the Rotary Speaker Effect (Rotary Sound).................................................................. 42

Basic Operation of the Piano Part........................................................................................... 43

The “Tones” That Change the Piano Tone................................................................................43

Changing the Characteristics of the Sound

“Mic/Amp” ...................................................................................................................................44

Applying Effects to the Sound (Multi Effects).......................................................................... 45

Basic Operation of the Synth Part .......................................................................................... 46

The “Tones” That Change the Synth Tone................................................................................ 46

Selecting Wave Expansion Board Tones.................................................................................... 46

Making Changes to the Tones (Tone Modify) .......................................................................... 47

Applying Effects to the Sound (MULTI EFFECTS).................................................................. 47

Adding Expression to the Sound “Active Expression”........................................................... 48

Using the Advanced Functions ...........................................................49

Using the D BEAM Controller to Produce Common Effects................................................. 49

Adjusting the Sensitivity of the D Beam Controller.................................................................50

Dividing the Keyboard (Split) .................................................................................................. 51

Playing Rhythm (RHYTHM)...................................................................................................... 52

Changing the Rhythm Pattern and Tempos .............................................................................53

Saving Settings to Registrations ............................................................................................ 54

Using a Control Pedal .............................................................................................................. 55

Saving to the Memory Card ..................................................................................................... 56

Formatting the Memory Card for the VR-760 (Format)..........................................................57

Saving Data to Memory Card (Save File)..................................................................................58

Loading a File from Memory Card into the VR-760 (Load File)............................................ 59

Renaming a File Saved to the Memory Card (Rename File)................................................... 59

Deleting a File Saved to the Memory Card (Delete File)......................................................... 60

Controlling an External Video Device (V-LINK) ..................................................................... 61

Connection Example (Using the DV-7PR)................................................................................. 61

How to Use the V-LINK Function.............................................................................................. 62

Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT)........................................63

About the Edit Mode Menu ...................................................................................................... 63

SYSTEM BASIC.................................................................................................................. 63

SYSTEM MIDI....................................................................................................................63

REGISTRATION COMMON...........................................................................................63

REGISTRATION ORGAN................................................................................................64

REGISTRATION PIANO..................................................................................................64

REGISTRATION SYNTH ................................................................................................. 64

UTILITY ..............................................................................................................................64

Basic Procedure ....................................................................................................................... 65

Settings Affecting the Overall VR-760 (SYSTEM BASIC)...................................................... 65

Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches ............................................................................65

Transposing the Keyboard...............................................................................................65

Changing the Key Touch..................................................................................................65

Switching the Damper Pedal’s Polarity.......................................................................... 65

Applying Damper Effect to the Organ Part................................................................... 65

Applying Damper Effect to the Synth Part.................................................................... 65

Applying Expression Effect to the Piano Part ............................................................... 65

Switching the Control Pedal’s Polarity........................................................................... 65

Assigning Functions to Control Pedal............................................................................ 66

Setting the Organ’s Quick Firing Keyboard Function.................................................. 66

Setting the Keyboard Video Switching During V-LINK..............................................66

Changing the Clock (Timing) Source.............................................................................. 66

Adjusting the Sensitivity of the D Beam ........................................................................67

MIDI Settings that Act on the VR-760 Globally (SYSTEM MIDI)............................................ 67

Connecting/Disconnecting the Sound Generator and Keyboard..............................67

Setting the Device ID Number.........................................................................................67

Switching the MIDI Data Transmitted ........................................................................... 68

Switching the Tone Change Data Transmission/Reception Switch..........................68

Setting the MIDI Channel for Each Part......................................................................... 68

Switching Rotary Effect Messages...................................................................................68

Changing the Tone Wheel Brake Message..................................................................... 69

Changing the Pedal Wah Message..................................................................................69

Switching Synth MFX Control Messages.......................................................................69

Switching Harmonic Bar Messages................................................................................. 69

Settings of REGISTRATION (REGISTRATION COMMON)..................................................... 69

Renaming a REGISTRATION.......................................................................................... 69

Determining the MIDI Output Key Range in Split Play.............................................. 70

Changing the Pitch Bender Settings................................................................................ 70

Changing the Sensitivity of Aftertouch.......................................................................... 70

Changing the Depth of Reverb........................................................................................70

Setting of Rhythm.............................................................................................................. 70

Transmitting MIDI Tone Data When Switching Registrations...................................70

Organ Settings for Registrations (REGISTRATION ORGAN) ............................................... 71

Setting the Leakage Noise Volume ................................................................................. 71

Setting the Click Sound Level.......................................................................................... 71

Setting the Percussion Volume Level .............................................................................71

Setting the Percussion Decay Speed ...............................................................................71

Setting the Charge Time of the Percussion.................................................................... 71

Adjusting the H-Bar Volume Level When Percussion is Normal .............................. 71

Adjusting the Amount of Overdrive ..............................................................................72

Settings the Spread of the Speaker.................................................................................. 72

Settings the Speaker Volume Level................................................................................. 72

Setting the Rotary Shift Time...........................................................................................72

Setting the Rotary Speed................................................................................................... 72

Setting the Distance from the Rotary Speaker to the Mic............................................72

Setting the Reverb Send Level of the Organ Part.......................................................... 72

Piano Settings for Registrations (REGISTRATION PIANO)..................................................73

Changing the Stereo Piano Breadth................................................................................73

Fine Tuning the Sonorities of Piano Chords.................................................................. 73

Adjusting the Piano Attenuation..................................................................................... 73

Changing the Function of the Mic/Amp ....................................................................... 73

Settings Multi-Effect of Piano Part..................................................................................73

Synth Settings for Registrations (REGISTRATION SYNTH).................................................74

Playing Sound Monophonically......................................................................................74

Creating Smooth Pitch Changes (Portamento)..............................................................75

Settings Multi-Effect of Synth Part.................................................................................. 75

Convenient Functions (UTILITY).............................................................................................76

Checking the Installed Wave Expansion Boards (SRX Info) ..................................................76

Transferring the VR-760’s Settings to an External MIDI Device (Bulk Dump)....................76

Connect the VR-760 to Your Sequencer.......................................................................... 76

Bulk Dump Temp .............................................................................................................. 77

Bulk Dump All...................................................................................................................77

Loading Back Data That’s Been Saved on an External Sequencer.............................. 78

Using a Memory Card.................................................................................................................. 78

Format Card........................................................................................................................78

Save File...............................................................................................................................78

Load File.............................................................................................................................. 78

Rename File ........................................................................................................................78

Delete File ...........................................................................................................................78

Factory Reset..................................................................................................................................78

Connecting External MIDI Devices......................................................79

Recording VR-760 Performances to an External MIDI Sequencer.......................................79

Connecting to External Sequencer.............................................................................................. 79

Settings for Recording..................................................................................................................79

Recording the Performance ......................................................................................................... 80

About the Local Control............................................................................................................... 80

Playing the VR-760’s Internal Sound Generator from an External MIDI Device ................. 81

Making Connections.....................................................................................................................81

Setting the Channels.....................................................................................................................81

Selecting VR-760 Sounds from an External MIDI Device ....................................................... 81

Controlling External MIDI Devices with the VR-760 .............................................................. 82

Making Connections.....................................................................................................................82

Settings for Controlling an External MIDI Device...................................................................82

Installing the Wave Expansion Board.................................................83

Cautions When Installing an Wave Expansion Board........................................................................ 83

Installing SRX Series Boards...................................................................................................................83

Checking the Installed Wave Expansion Boards.................................................................................84

Installation de la carte d’extension Wave

(French language for Canadian Safety Standard)................................................................................ 85

Precautions lors de l’installation de la carte d’extension Wave ........................................................85

Installation d’une carte d’expansion Wave .......................................................................................... 85

Vérification des cartes d’extension audio aprés installation..............................................................86

Appendices.......................................................................87

Troubleshooting....................................................................................87

Messages and Error Messages ...........................................................90

Effects/Parameter List..........................................................................91

Tone List................................................................................................99

Rhythm Set List.....................................................................................99

Settings You Can Alter and Store .....................................................100

Settings Stored to the System................................................................................................................100

Settings Stored to the Registration.......................................................................................................100

Shortcut List........................................................................................101

MIDI Implementation...........................................................................102

Specifications......................................................................................114

Index.....................................................................................................115

Panel Descriptions

Front Panel

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1. [MASTER VOLUME] knob

Adjust the overall volume (p. 20).

2. RHYTHM

RHYTHM [ON] button

Switch the rhythm on/off (p. 53).

[RHYTHM VOLUME] knob

Adjusts the volume level of the Rhythm part (p. 53).

3. D BEAM

D BEAM controller

You can modify the sound by moving your hand over the D Beam controller (p. 49).

Selects one of the following three buttons.

[ROTARY SPEED] button [OCTAVE] button [GLIDE] button

4. Display

LED Display

This shows the temporary Registration number (p. 25).

Display

This shows the Tone names and the values of various settings, etc (p. 25).

5. CURSOR, etc

CURSOR [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] button

Press these to switch pages and to move the cursor (p.

26).

[DEC], [INC] button

This is used to modify values.

[ENTER] button

Use to finalize a value or execute an operation.

In addition, you can hold down this button while pressing [EXIT] button to listen demo song (p. 27).

[EXIT] button

Press this to cancel operations, to exit from Edit mode, and for other functions.

6. ONE TOUCH

This allows you to play only the part for the pressed button (p. 28).

[ORGAN] button [PIANO] button [SYNTH] button

7. [V-LINK] button

Switches the V-LINK on/off (p. 61).

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Panel Descriptions

ig.panelF

8. REGISTRATION

[BANK] button

Press these to select the REGISTRATION banks (p. 29, p.

54).

[1] – [8] button

Press these to select the REGISTRATION numbers (p. 29, p.

54). Additionally, press these to select the Edit menu (p. 65).

[WRITE] button

Stores the current settings to the Registration (p. 54).

9. [H-BAR MANUAL] button

When this function is used, the harmonic bar settings of will change from the settings of the preset to the positions (settings) of the harmonic bars on the panel (p. 35).

10.[SPLIT] button

Divide the keyboard into two halves, and assign a different sound to each area (p. 51).

11.[EDIT] button

You can change a variety of settings by holding down this button and pressing the REGISTRATION buttons [1]–[7] (p.

65).

12.REVERB

REVERB [DEPTH] knob

Adjusts the amount of reverb (p. 30).

[REVERB TYPE] button

Switches the type of the Reverb effect (p. 30).

13.MASTER EQ

Adjusts the tonal coloration by using the following four knobs (p. 31).

[LOW] knob [FREQ] knob [LEVEL] knob [HIGH] knob

fig.panelF

14.Harmonic Bar

These bars create the sound of the Organ part. You can modify the tone in real time as you play (p. 33).

Organ Section

15.[TONE WHEEL] button

Select the type of the virtual tonewheel (p. 36).

16.VIBRATO AND CHORUS

VIBRATO AND CHORUS [ON] button

Switches the vibrato or chorus effect on/off (p. 37).

[VIBRATO AND CHORUS TYPE] knob

Switches the type of vibrato or chorus effect (p. 37).

17.PERCUSSION

[SECOND] button

This adds second percussion (same pitch as the 4’ harmonic bar) to the organ voice (p. 38).

[THIRD] button

This adds third percussion (same pitch as the 2-2/3’ harmonic bar) to the organ voice (p. 38).

[SOFT] button

This switches the volume of the percussion (p. 39).

[SLOW] button

This switches the decay time of the percussion (p. 40).

18.AMPLIFIER

[OVERDRIVE] knob

Adjust the depth of overdrive (p. 41).

[AMP TYPE SELECT] button

Switches the type of the Amplifier (p. 41).

19.ROTARY SOUND

ROTARY [ON] button

This button switches the rotary effect on/off for the organ sound (p. 42).

[BRAKE] button

This button switches the rotation of the rotary sound. When this is turned on, the rotation will gradually stop. When it is turned off, the rotation will gradually resume (p. 42).

[SLOW/FAST] button

This button switches the speed of rotation for the rotary sound (p. 42).

20.[ORGAN VOLUME] knob

Adjusts the volume level of the Organ Part (p. 30).

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Panel Descriptions

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Piano Section

21.PIANO TONE

PIANO [VARIATION] button

You can change the tone variation. Each Tone button holds three different variations; as you switch the variations the button indicators changes, cycling through off, red, and green (p. 43).

PIANO TONE buttons

22.MIC/AMP

[DISTANCE/EQ] knob

This adjusts the characteristics of the MIC/AMP modeling (p. 44).

[TYPE] button

Switches the type of the MIC/AMP (p. 44).

23.PIANO MFX

[MFX TYPE] button

Switches the type of the Piano part’s Multi Effects (p. 45).

PIANO MFX [DEPTH] knob PIANO MFX [RATE] knob

Adjusts the way that effects are applied (p. 45).

24.[PIANO VOLUME] knob

Adjusts the volume level of the Piano Part (p. 30).

Synth Section

25.SYNTH TONE

SYNTH [VARIATION] button

You can change the tone variation. Each Tone button holds three different variations; as you switch the variations the button indicators changes, cycling through off, red, and green (p. 46).

SYNTH TONE buttons

26.WAVE EXPANSION

[-] [+] button

This selects the SRX Wave Expansion Board global patch variations (p. 46).

[SRX EXPANSION] button

This selects the SRX Wave Expansion Board global patch (p.

46).

27.TONE MODIFY

[ATTACK] knob

This changes the time it takes for the sound occur after the key is pressed (p. 47).

[RELEASE] knob

This changes the time it takes for the sound to disappear after the key is released (p. 47).

[CUTOFF] knob

This changes the brightness of the sound (p. 47).

[RESO] knob

This adds more presence to the sound (p. 47).

28.SYNTH MFX

SYNTH MFX [ON] button

Switches the Multi Effects of the Synth Part on/off (p. 47).

[CONTROL] knob

This adjusts the multi-effects parameters (p. 47).

29.ACTIVE EXPRESSION

When using the Active Expression function, press one of the two following buttons (p. 48).

[FADE] button [TIMBRE] button

30.[SYNTH VOLUME] knob

Adjusts the volume level of the Synth Part (p. 30).

fig.bender

Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever

This allows you to control pitch bend or apply vibrato (p.

31).

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Panel Descriptions

Rear Panel

fig.panelR

1. [POWER] Switch

Switch turns the power on/off (p. 19).

2. AC Inlet

Connect the included power cable to this inlet (p. 16).

3. MEMORY CARD slot

Insert a CompactFlash card here (p. 6, p. 56).

4. MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT, THRU)

Used for connecting external MIDI devices and for transmission of MIDI messages (p. 76, p. 79).

5. LCD CONTRAST knob

Adjusts the display contrast (p. 21).

6. PEDAL Jacks (DAMPER, EXP, CONTROL)

With a pedal switch (optional DP Series) connected to the DAMPER jack, you can use this as a damper pedal (p. 18, p.

32). With an expression pedal (optional EV-7) connected to the EXP jack, you can use this as an expression pedal (p. 18, p.

32). With a pedal switch (optional DP Series) connected to the CONTROL jack, a variety of functions can be assigned to the pedal (p. 18, p. 32).

7. OUTPUT R/L (MONO) Connectors

Provide output of the audio signals. These are connected to an amp or other device. For monaural output use the L/ MONO jack (p. 17).

8. OUTPUT BALANCED (R/L) Connectors

Provide balanced output of the audio signals. These are connected to a mixer or other device (p. 17).

9. PHONES Jack

A set of headphones can be connected to this jack (p. 17). Even when headphones are connected, sound will still be output from the output jacks.

1 2 3 4 65 7 8

Before You Begin Playing

Connecting the Power Cord

Before making a connection, make sure that the VR-760 is turned off.

2. Connect supplied power cord to the VR-760, and plug the

other end into a power outlet.

fig.connection_e

AC Outlet

AC Inlet

Before You Begin Playing

Connecting the VR-760 to External Equipment

The VR-760 is not equipped with an amplifier or speakers. In order to hear the sound, you will need to connect audio equipment such as a monitor speaker system or stereo set, or use headphones.

Audio cables, MIDI cables, and headphones are not included. Consult your Roland dealer if you need to purchase accessories such as these.

fig.01-02(Connecting)

1. Before you begin making connections, confirm the

following.

Is the volume level of the VR-760 or connected amp turned all the way down?

Is the power to the VR-760 or connected amp turned off?

2. Connect the VR-760 and the external device.

Use audio cables to connect audio equipment, such as an amp or speakers. Use MIDI cables to connect MIDI devices.

If you are using headphones, plug them into the PHONES jack.

* This instrument is equipped with balanced (XLR) type

input jacks. Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below. Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect.

NOTE

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

MIDI IN

MIDI OUT

Mixer

Powered Amplifier

MIDI sequencer etc.

MIDI sound module etc.

Monitor speakers

(powered)

Stereo

headphones

NOTE

Use Stereo headphones.

Before You Begin Playing

■ Connecting Pedals

Connect the optional pedal (DP-8, etc) to one of the Pedal jacks. When connected to the Damper jack, the pedal can be used as a damper

pedal. Connecting the pedal to the CONTROL jack allows you to assign a variety

of functions to the pedal (p. 66).

fig.01-03(Connecting Pedals)

Installing the Music Stand

fig.01-01

1. Using the supplied screws, fasten the music stand to the

back of the VR-760 as illustrated.

Be sure to use the supplied screws for attaching the music stand. Turn the screws clockwise to tighten them. When attaching the music stand, support it firmly with one hand to make

sure that you do not drop it. Be careful, so you do not get your fingers pinched.

2. To remove the music stand, support it with one hand while

loosening the screws.

NOTE

Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-7; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedal, you risk causing malfunction and/ or damage to the unit.

NOTE

With the factory settings, the damper effect is not applied to the organ part (p. 65).

Roland

Pedal switch

(DP-2, DP-6 etc.)

Expression pedal (EV-7) or Pedal switch

Half-damper pedal (DP-8) or Pedal switch

NOTE

With the factory settings, the expression effect is not applied to the piano part (p. 65).

NOTE

Do not apply excessive force to the installed music stand.

Before You Begin Playing

Turning the Power On and Off

NOTE

Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.

■ Turning On the Power

1. Before you switch on the power, turn the volume down all

the way by rotating the [MASTER VOLUME knob.

Also completely turn down the volume of any connected audio device and other equipment.

fig.01-03(Volume)

2. Press the upper portion of the [POWER] switch on the back

of the VR-760 to turn on the power.

The unit is powered up, and the display’s backlighting comes on.

fig.01-04(switch)

3. Turn on the power to connected external devices.

4. Adjust the volume of the connected external device.

5. Adjust the VR-760’s volume to obtain the proper volume

level.

■ Turning Off the Power

1. Before you switch on the power, turn the volume down all

the way by rotating the [MASTER VOLUME] knob.

Also completely turn down the volume of any connected audio device and other equipment.

2. Turn off the power to connected external devices.

3. Press the lower portion of the [POWER] switch on the back

of the VR-760.

The power is switched off.

NOTE

To prevent incorrect functioning of the Pitch Bend Lever (p. 14), refrain from touching the lever while the power to the VR760 is turned on.

NOTE

This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required

efore the unit will operate

normally.

Before You Begin Playing

Adjusting the Volume

fig.01-05(Volume)

1. Adjust the volume using the [MASTER VOLUME] knob.

Rotating the knob clockwise to increase the volume; counterclockwise rotation decreases it.

Also adjust the volume of the connected device to an appropriate level.

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

When using the VR-760 for the first time, start by returning the settings to their factory defaults so that the VR-760 operates as described in the procedures in the owner’s manual.

fig.01-06(Panel)

NOTE

Executing this operation deletes the Registration settings (p. 54). If you want to keep any internally stored content, use the “Bulk Dump (p. 76)” procedure to save the data to an external sequencer, or store the memory card (p.

58).

Notes

fig.(!)

Never turn off the power during Factory Reset (while “Executing...” appears in the display).

Turning off the power while Factory Reset is in progress may result in corrupted internal data and may prevent the power from being turned on again. If you have confirmed that the internal data has been lost, or if a similar problem exists, consult the retailer from whom you purchased the instrument, or the nearest Roland Service Center. Note, however, that Roland assumes no liability, including compensation, for consequences arising from any loss of data.

3,4

Before You Begin Playing

1. Hold down the [EDIT] button, and press the

REGISTRATION [7] (UTILITY) button.

The Edit’s “UTILITY” screen is displayed.

2. Press CURSOR [ ] button to display the “Factory Reset”

screen.

fig.01-08(Factory Reset Y or N)

To cancel the UTILITY, press the [EXIT] button.

3. Press the [ENTER] button.

The confirmation message appears.

fig.01-10(confirmation)

To cancel the Factory Reset, press [EXIT] button.

4. Press the [ENTER] button once again to start the Factory

Reset operation.

During the execution, “Executing... Keep On Power!” appears in the display.

After the Factory Reset operation is finished, a message indicating that it is completed appears in the display, and the basic screen will appear.

Adjusting the Display Contrast (LCD Contrast)

The characters in the display may be difficult to view immediately after turning on the VR-760’s power or after extended use. Your viewing angle or the current lighting conditions can also affect the appearance of the display. In such situations, you can turn the LCD CONTRAST knob (located on the rear panel) to adjust the contrast of the display.

fig.01-10(contrast knob)

Before You Begin Playing

Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches (Master Tune)

For a cleaner ensemble sound while performing with one or more other instruments, ensure that each instrument’s basic pitch is in tune with that of the other instruments. In general, the tuning of an instrument is indicated by the pitch in Hertz (Hz) of the middle “A” note.

This matching of other instruments’ basic reference pitches is called “tuning.”

fig.01-11(panel)

1. Hold down the [EDIT] button, and press the

REGISTRATION [1] (SYSTEM BASIC) button.

The Edit’s “SYSTEM BASIC” screen appears.

2. Press CURSOR [ ] button to display the “Master Tune”

screen.

fig.01-12(MasterTuningScreen)

3. Press [INC] or [DEC] button to select the value (415.3-440.0-

466.2).

4. Press [EDIT] button to make the indicator go dark.

You are returned to the basic screen.

The Master Tune setting is a system setting that is applied to the entire VR760 (i.e., is a system setting), This setting remains stored in memory even while the power is off.

For faster value increases, keep [INC] button pressed down and press [DEC]

utton. For decreasing

value faster, keep [DEC]

utton pressed down and

press [INC] button.

Pressing [INC] and [DEC]

uttons at the same time,

the value is set to “440.0.”

Overview of the VR-760

Basic organization of the VR760

The VR-760 can be divided into three sections: a keyboard controller section, a sound generator section, and a effects section. The three sections are connected internally

by means of MIDI.

fig.02-01(kousei)

■ Keyboard Controller Section

This section includes the keyboard, the Pitch Bend/ Modulation Lever, the aftertouch, the panel knobs, and any pedal connected to the rear panel. Actions such as pressing and releasing of keys on the keyboard, depressing a pedal, and so forth, are converted to MIDI messages and sent to the sound generator section, or to an external MIDI device.

■ Sound Generator Section

The sound generator section produces the sound. Here, MIDI messages received from the keyboard controller section or external MIDI device are converted to musical signals, which are then output as analog signals from the OUTPUT and PHONES jacks.

The three sound generators that can be controlled using the VR-760’s keyboard are described below.

Organ Sound Generator Piano Sound Generator Synth Sound Generator

Not only can you have these sound generators play independently of one another, you can layer them together or even play different sounds on different parts of the keyboard.

The Difference Between Traditional Organs and the VR-760’s Organ Sound Generator

Traditional organs create sound using 91 gears called “Tone wheels.” Each wheel has waves corresponding to the various pitches. When rotated at a fixed speed, the Tone wheels

cause audio signals to be produced through an electromagnetic coil, with the audio signals to be output selected according to how the harmonic bars are set and which keys are pressed, creating the organ’s special sound.

The VR-760’s organ sound generator replaces the traditional organ’s whole sound-producing mechanism with digital technology. Instead of 91 Tone wheels, audio signals are produced constantly by means of virtual Tone wheels. The balance of audio signals is controlled by setting the harmonic bars and pressing the keys, which thus creates the organ sound.

About the Piano Sound Generator

The VR-760’s “piano sound generator” is capable of producing both acoustic and electric piano sounds. In addition to high-quality acoustic piano sounds, the instrument also provides a number of important vintage electric piano sounds. When using the electric piano sounds, the amp simulation can be set to reproduce the sounds of “stage” models, which require an external amp and speakers, as well as “suitcase” models, which come with their own amp and speaker. The instrument is also equipped with a number of effects that are often used with electric pianos.

About the Synth Sound Generator

The VR-760’s “synthesizer sound generator” is built upon the same basic principles as Roland’s many digital synthesizer models. This arrangement allows you to produce a variety of different tones, and the VR-760’s tones have been rigorously selected to enable you to get just the right sound for analog synthesizer and other electronic sounds, string and other acoustic instrument sounds, and other sounds suitable for ensemble and keyboard performances.

On the VR-760, this sound generator is referred to as the “synthesizer sound generator” or simply the “synth.” In this Owner’s Manual, it is also referred to as the “synth part” or “synth section.”

■ Effects Section

This is the section used for adding effects to the sounds produced by the sound generators. Adding effects allows you to change the sound in various ways. The VR-760 offers effects geared toward the organ, piano, and synth sections. On top of this, the instrument also provides reverb and equalization that are applied to all three sound generators.

Keyboard Controller Section

(controllers such as keyboard, pitch bend lever, etc.)

Sound

Generator

Section

Play

Overview of the VR-760

Composition of the VR-760’s Parts

The VR-760 uses the following parts.

■ 1. Organ Part

This is the part that controls the organ sound generator. The VR-760 features one organ part, and you can control the tone with the harmonic bars (p. 33).

■ 2. Piano Part

This is the part that controls the piano sound generator. The VR-760 features one piano part, for which a variety of selections, such as acoustic piano or electric piano, can be made (p. 43).

■ 3. Synth Part

This is the part that controls the piano sound generator. The VR-760 features one synth part, and you can play different sounds by switching between settings for string, brass and other backing instrument sounds, and analog synthesizer and other keyboard sounds (p. 46).

■ 4. Rhythm Part

This part can be used to play simple rhythm patterns. It is controlled from the RHYTHM control section found on the panel. It can also be used to play sound using an external MIDI device (p. 52).

Tones and Memories

■ System Memory

Stores the settings that determine the VR-760’s operating environment, including settings for the SYSTEM BASIC menu in the Edit mode, as well as those for the SYSTEM MIDI menu. These settings are automatically stored by the VR-760 without any special procedure required. The settings can also be saved to CompactFlash cards.

■ Registration Memories

These are memories where you can store each part’s tone and effect setups, the front panel settings, tone combinations, and other such data. There are eight registration memory banks, each containing eight separate registrations, allowing you to store a total of 64 collections of settings within the instrument itself.

You can call up stored data instantly by pressing the REGISTRATION buttons [1]–[8]. Previously stored settings are overwritten when changes to the settings are saved in a registration.

■ Temporary Area

When you select a registration in order to play a sound or edit settings, the settings for the selected registration are called up from the registration memory to a temporary storage area called the “temporary area.”

When you edit the settings from a registration, it is not the data actually stored in the registration memory that is changed, but rather the data called up to the temporary area. These edited settings remain in the temporary area until they are saved.

Settings in the temporary area are will be lost when the power is turned off or when you select another registration. To keep the settings you have modified, you must save them in registration (p. 54).

Overview of the VR-760

Basic Operation of the VR760

■ Main Screens

Each of the organ, piano, synth, and rhythm parts features a Basic screen; you can move through the different parts by pressing the CURSOR [ ][ ] button.

The registration name for the organ, piano, and synth parts appear in the first row. In the LED screen, the registration number is displayed.

Organ Screen

The second row shows the harmonic bar settings value for the tone currently called up to the temporary area.

fig.02-02(OrganScreen)

Piano Screen

The second row shows the tone name of the piano part currently called up to the temporary area.

fig.02-03(PianoScreen)

Synth Screen

The second row shows the tone name of the synth part currently called up to the temporary area.

fig.02-04(SynthScreen)

Rhythm & Tempo Screen

The name of the rhythm style currently in the temporary area appears in the first row, and the tempo is displayed in the second row.

fig.02-05(RythmScreen)

■ Basic Screen Rules

• If the synth and piano parts are turned off, “---” appears in the second row.

fig.02-06(—In2ndRow)

• When you press the ONE TOUCH button, the first row display appears as shown below. In addition, “--” appears in the LED display at this time.

fig.02-08(LEDWithEditMark)

• If you move the knob or change the EDIT parameters, a dot (the “editing symbol”) lights in the LED display, indicating that the registration’s settings have been changed.

fig.02-08(LEDWithEditMark)

• If you press a button or adjust a knob or other control in any section other than the one for the part in the current screen, the display changes to the Basic screen for the corresponding part in the section in which the operation took place. For example, if the piano screen is up and you adjust a harmonic bar for an organ part, the organ screen is displayed.

Overview of the VR-760

■ About the Controller Section

The easy-to-understand arrangement of VR-760’s buttons and knobs is based on the different controls’ functions.

About the CURSOR Buttons

The CURSOR [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons are used for switching screens, and for moving to an item whose setting you want to change (by moving the cursor).

Moving Between Display Pages

When arrow symbols ( ) appear at the display screen, it indicates that there are additional pages in the directions shown by the arrows.

You can switch screens with CURSOR [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons.

fig.01-12(ScreenWithYajirusiLR)

fig.02-04(ScreenWithYajirusiUD)

In some screens, you can press [INC] or [DEC] button to change the content of the screen.

Navigating Among Items To Be Set (CURSOR)

When one screen contains more than one parameter, the value for the setting that is enabled for editing is underlined. This underline is called the cursor.

You can move the cursor by pressing the CURSOR [][][][] buttons, and then change the values

with the [INC] and [DEC] buttons.

fig.02-11(ScreenWithCursor)

■ Controlling Parts and

Registrations

The control panels for the organ, piano, and synth parts are found along the lower row of the keyboard panel. In this manual, these are referred to as the “organ section,” “piano section,” and “synth section,” respectively.

fig.02-12(Panel)

Sounds for the organ part are created with the nine harmonic bars and the controls in the organ section on the keyboard panel. To turn the organ part off, slide all of the harmonic bars in as far as they will go and turn off the percussion section.

fig.02-13(PanelOfOrganPart)

Tones for the piano and synth parts are selected with the category and variation buttons in each section’s TONE panel. Each category contains three different variations. You can distinguish among variations by observing the status of the button: off, red, or green. To turn off the piano part or organ part, press a lighted category button again, so its light goes out.

Registration

You can store the tone, on/off status, effects, split, and other settings for each tone all at one time. Furthermore, you can easily call up the settings stored for any part by pressing the REGISTRATION buttons.

For more on writing data to the registrations, refer to “Saving Settings to Registrations (p. 54).”

Organ Section

Piano Section

Synth Section

Harmonic-Bar

Demo Song

Listening to the Demo Songs

Here’s how to listen to the demo songs. The VR-760 features the internal demo songs that exhibit the special

capabilities of the instrument.

fig.03-01(sousapanel)

1. Hold down the [ENTER] button, and press the [EXIT]

button.

2. Use [INC] [DEC] buttons to select the song that you wish to

hear.

3. Press the [ENTER] button to start playback of the demo

song.

When the end of the selected song is reached, playback will continue to the next song.

4. Press the [EXIT] button to stop playback.

5. Press the [EXIT] button while the song is stopped to finish

with the Demo Mode.

The display returns to its previous screen.

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Song Name Composer Copyright

Take it Home Scott Tibbs © 2002 Roland Corporation RED 318 Kiyomi Otaka © 2002 Roland Corporation Dressing Up Masashi/Kazuko Hirashita © 2002 Roland Corporation Sonique Adrian Scott © 2002 Roland Corporation Oh So Sweet Scott Tibbs © 2002 Roland Corporation

4, 5

NOTE

No data for the music that is played will be output from MIDI OUT.

Performing with the Keyboard

Performing the Organ, Piano, or Synth Individually (ONE TOUCH)

The VR-760 is normally set to allow you to perform with the organ, piano, and synth parts all playing together (layered).

If you want to play only the organ, piano, or synth part, you will need to mute the other parts. Furthermore, if you are performing with the keyboard divided into separate key ranges (during Split Play, p. 51), you must also turn this off. These operations are difficult to carry out quickly while you are performing.

However, you can remove the split and mute all but the part you want to play simply by pressing one of the ONE TOUCH buttons, [ORGAN], [PIANO], or [SYNTH].

fig.04-01(OTPofPanel)

1. Press the ONE TOUCH [ORGAN] button.

You can now perform playing only the organ part. In the same manner, pressing the [PIANO] button or [SYNTH] button

allows you to perform playing only the piano part or the synth part.

2. To turn the ONE TOUCH function off, either press the ONE

TOUCH button with the lit indicator or call up any registration (p. 29).

The tones selected by pressing the ONE TOUCH buttons are described below.

button tone

ORGAN You can perform with the harmonic bar values set to “88 8000 000.” PIANO ConcertGrand SYNTH Orch Strings

NOTE

When ONE TOUCH button is pressed, all settings are switched to their status at the time the VR-760’s power was turned on. To keep the settings, you must save them in registration (p. 54).

Performing with the Keyboard

Performing

Performing with a Variety of Tones (REGISTRATION)

The VR-760 comes with settings including organ, piano, and synth settings as well as part combination settings pre-stored in the registrations.

The registrations consist of 64 memories in which you can store different settings, with eight groups (banks) each of which contain eight registrations.

Go ahead and try out the various sounds you can get when you call up different registrations.

fig.04-02(SousaPanel)

■ Example: Call up to REGISTRATION 42

1. Hold down the [BANK] button and press the

REGISTRATION [4] button.

When you press the [BANK] button, the indicator for the button corresponding to the currently selected bank then lights up.

If you hold down a [BANK] button and press any of the REGISTRATION buttons, the bank switches to that of the pressed button.

Here is an example of setting Bank “4.”

fig.04-03(FingeringToBankAndRegist4)

2. Release the [BANK] button and press the REGISTRATION

[2] button.

The registration number is set.

For more on the VR-760’s registration, refer to p. 54.

When either the organ

asic screen, the piano

asic screen, or the synth

asic screen is displayed, you can press the [INC] or [DEC] button to switch through the sequence of registrations.

If you want to select a preset from the same bank (ex: switching from preset 41 to preset 42), step 1 and 2 is not necessary.

If you want to save settings, refer to “Saving

Settings to Registrations” (p. 54).

Performing with the Keyboard

Changing the Volume Level of Each Part

You can change the volume level of Organ, Piano, Synth, and Rhythm parts.

fig.04-04(VolumeKnobs)

Adding Reverberation to the Sound

The VR-760 can apply a reverb effect. Applying reverb adds pleasing reverberation to what you play, so it sounds almost as if you were playing in a concert hall.

You can apply the reverb effect to all parts.

fig.04-05(ReverbSection)

1. Press the [REVERB TYPE] button to switch the reverb types.

You can select from the following three types.

2. Turn the [DEPTH] knob to adjust the amount of reverb

effect to be applied.

Rotate fully right: Maximum reverberation. Rotate fully left: No effect.

Value Explanation

ROOM Simulates the reverberation of a room. HALL Simulates the reverb of a large concert hall. CHURCH Simulates the reverberation of a church.

You can adjust how much of the reverb sound relative to each part is sent (the send level). The smaller this value is, the less audible the effect is when you turn the [REVERB DEPTH] knob.

• Organ’s reverb (p. 72)

• Piano’s reverb (p. 74)

• Synth’s reverb (p. 75)

• Rhythm’s reverb (p. 70)

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