Roland VR-700 User Manual
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
For the U.K.
WARNING:
IMPORTANT:
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the
letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, “USING THE UNIT
SAFELY” (p. 4), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 6). 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, this owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a
convenient reference.
Copyright © 2010 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Roland is a registered trademark of ROLAND CORPORATION in the United States and/or other countries.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED
THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
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.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
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Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
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• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on
the unit.
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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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• Never install the unit in any of the following locations.
• 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
• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are
• Subject to salt exposure; or are
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty or sandy; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.
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This unit should be used only with a stand that is
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recommended by Roland.
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The unit should be connected to a power supply only
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of the type described as marked on the rear side of
unit.
About the Symbols
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.
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 power-cord
plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
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When using the unit with a 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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Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the
supplied power cord must not be used with any other
device.
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• 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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This unit, either alone or in combination with an
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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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In households with small children, an adult should
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provide supervision until the child is capable of
following all the rules essential for the safe operation
of the unit.
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Protect the unit from strong impact.
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(Do not drop it!)
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material,
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coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks,
etc.) to penetrate the unit.
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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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Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an
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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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Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with
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your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an
authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the
“Information” page.
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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.
• The unit should be located so that its location or
position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
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This (VR-700) for use only with Roland stand KS-G8. Use
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with other stands is capable of resulting in instability
causing possible injury.
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Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply cord
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when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or
this unit.
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Please be sure to read and adhere to the cautionary
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notices contained in the instructions that came with
this product.
Please note that, depending on the manner in which
keyboard performances are carried out, you may
encounter situations where the keyboard falls off the
stand or the stand topples over, even though you have
followed all of the instructions and advice contained
within the product’s manual. For this reason, you
should always perform a safety check each time you
use the stand.
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At regular intervals, you should unplug the power plug
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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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Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming
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entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed
so they are out of the reach of children.
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Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the
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unit.
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Never handle the power cord or its plugs with wet
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hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an
outlet or this unit.
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If you need to move the instrument, disconnect the
power cord and all cords coming from external devices.
At least two persons are required to safely lift and move
the unit. It should be handled carefully, all the while
keeping it level. Make sure to have a firm grip, to
protect yourself from injury and the instrument from
damage.
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Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug
the power cord from the outlet (p. 18).
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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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Should you remove music rest attachment screws, keep
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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
Power Supply
• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by
an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a
refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or
that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical
appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to
malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a
separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between
this unit and the electrical outlet.
• 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.
• Although the 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 and readily accessible.
Placement
• 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.
• This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not
use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
Maintenance
• 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.
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid
the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Repairs and Data
• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be
lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be
backed up on a USB memory, or written down on paper (when
possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data.
However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory
itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore
the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
Before Using USB Memories
• Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in—until it is firmly in
place.
• Never touch the terminals of the USB memory. Also, avoid getting the
terminals dirty.
• USB memories are constructed using precision components; handle
the USB memories carefully, paying particular note to the following.
• To prevent damage to the USB memories from static electricity, be
sure to discharge any static electricity from your own body before
handling the USB memories.
• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact
portion of the USB memories.
• Do not bend, drop, or subject USB memories to strong shock or
vibration.
• Do not keep USB memories in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or
other such locations.
• Do not allow USB memories to become wet.
• Do not disassemble or modify the USB memories.
• 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.
• 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.
• Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument. Peeling
such matter off the instrument may damage the exterior finish.
• Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which
you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface.
You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to prevent
this from happening. If you do so, please make sure that the unit will
not slip or move accidentally.
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Additional Precautions
• 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 USB memory.
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data
that was stored on a USB memory, or in the unit’s memory once it has
been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such
loss of data.
• 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.
• 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.
• A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal
operation.
• 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).
• 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.
• Do not apply undue force to the music stand while it is in use.
• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5 or EV-7; sold separately).
By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing
malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
IMPORTANT NOTES
• The usable range of D Beam controller will become extremely small
when used under strong direct sunlight. Please be aware of this when
using the D Beam controller outside.
• The sensitivity of the D Beam controller will change depending on the
amount of light in the vicinity of the unit. If it does not function as you
expect, adjust the sensitivity as appropriate for the brightness of your
location.
* is either registered trademark or trademark of Roland
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
* MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed
from Fraunhofer IIS Corporation and THOMSON Multimedia
Corporation.
* MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent
portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which
was developed by Technology Properties Limited (TPL).
Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL Group.
* All product names mentioned in this document are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners.
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Contents
USING THE UNIT SAFELY ................................................................................4
IMPORTANT NOTES ........................................................................................6
Features of the VR-700 ................................................................................ 12
Names of Things and What They Do .......................................................... 14
Top Panel....................................................................................................................................................................................14
Rear Panel...................................................................................................................................................................................17
Getting Ready .............................................................................................. 18
Placing the VR-700 on the KS-G8 Stand ..........................................................................................................................18
Connecting the Power Cord................................................................................................................................................18
Turning the Power On/Off....................................................................................................................................................19
Turning the Power On..............................................................................................................................................19
Turning the Power Off..............................................................................................................................................19
Connecting Pedals ..................................................................................................................................................................20
Connecting a Pedal Keyboard...............................................................................................................................20
Connecting an Expression Pedal and Damper Pedal ...................................................................................20
Connecting Playback Equipment......................................................................................................................................21
Connecting an Amp and Speakers......................................................................................................................21
Connecting Headphones........................................................................................................................................21
Connecting USB Memory .....................................................................................................................................................22
Attaching the Music Rest......................................................................................................................................................22
Adjusting the Volume............................................................................................................................................................23
Listening to the Demo Songs..............................................................................................................................................23
Indications in the Display .....................................................................................................................................................24
Disabling Panel Operations (Lock Function) .................................................................................................................25
Controls That can be Operated Even While Locked......................................................................................25
Turning the Lock Function On/Off ......................................................................................................................25
Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset).............................................................................................................26
Playing the VR-700 ...................................................................................... 27
About the VR-700’s Parts ......................................................................................................................................................27
Upper Part ....................................................................................................................................................................27
Lower Part.....................................................................................................................................................................27
Pedal Part......................................................................................................................................................................28
Organ Sounds and Ensemble Sounds..............................................................................................................................28
Playing Organ Sounds and Ensemble Sounds Together (Layer)............................................................................29
Layering Ensemble Sounds....................................................................................................................................29
Layering Two Ensemble Sounds ..........................................................................................................................30
Playing Organ Sounds or Ensemble Sounds Individually.........................................................................................33
Playing Only an Ensemble Sound........................................................................................................................33
Playing Only the Organ Sound .............................................................................................................................33
Playing the Sounds of Two Parts on the Keyboard (Split) ........................................................................................34
Boundary Between Upper and Lower Parts (Split Point) ............................................................................35
Using the D Beam Controller to Modify the Sound ....................................................................................................36
D Beam Effects ............................................................................................................................................................36
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Creating Organ Sounds............................................................................... 38
About Virtual Tonewheel Sound Generators ................................................................................................................38
Varying the Sound in Real Time (Harmonic Bars) ........................................................................................................38
Using the Harmonic Bars to Create Sounds .....................................................................................................39
Harmonic Bars and Overtones ..............................................................................................................................39
Using Percussion to add a Sense of Attack ....................................................................................................................41
Adding Modulation to the Sound (Vibrato and Chorus)...........................................................................................42
Turning on Vibrato or Chorus................................................................................................................................42
Changing the Vibrato or Chorus Type ...............................................................................................................42
Adding Rotary Speaker Modulation .................................................................................................................................43
Making the Sound Distort.......................................................................................................................................44
Adding Reverberation (Reverb)..........................................................................................................................................44
Changing the Reverb Type.....................................................................................................................................44
Using a Pedal to Adjust the Volume.................................................................................................................................45
Playing Ensemble Sounds........................................................................... 46
Selecting an Ensemble Sound ............................................................................................................................................46
Octave Shift ...............................................................................................................................................................................46
Effects for the Ensemble Sound .........................................................................................................................................46
Storing Your Favorite Settings (Favorites)................................................ 47
Selecting a Favorite ................................................................................................................................................................47
Saving the Current Settings as a Favorite.......................................................................................................................47
Initializing the Favorites........................................................................................................................................................47
Backing up Favorites to USB Memory..............................................................................................................................48
Restoring from USB Memory...............................................................................................................................................48
Playing Rhythms and Songs (Player Functions)........................................ 49
Playing Internal Rhythms......................................................................................................................................................49
Playing Songs from USB Memory......................................................................................................................................50
Changing the Tempo .............................................................................................................................................................50
Various Settings (Function mode).............................................................. 51
Operations in Function Mode.............................................................................................................................................51
Editing Parameter Values .....................................................................................................................................................51
Confirming System Parameters..........................................................................................................................................51
Parameter List...........................................................................................................................................................................52
Organ Sound Parameters........................................................................................................................................52
Percussion Parameters.............................................................................................................................................52
Rotary Parameters .....................................................................................................................................................53
Ensemble Sound Parameters ................................................................................................................................53
Equalizer Settings ......................................................................................................................................................54
Pedal, Bend Lever, and Foot Controller Settings............................................................................................54
Player Parameters......................................................................................................................................................56
MIDI Input/Output Settings ...................................................................................................................................57
System Settings..........................................................................................................................................................59
V-LINK Settings ...........................................................................................................................................................60
Deleting Favorite Sets, Formatting USB Memory, Initializing the System............................................60
Deleting a Favorite Backup..................................................................................................................................................61
Formatting USB Memory ......................................................................................................................................................62
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Appendix ..............................................................................63
Using V-LINK to Control Video Equipment................................................ 64
Connection Example..............................................................................................................................................................64
Turning V-LINK On/Off...........................................................................................................................................................64
Connecting MIDI Equipment ...................................................................... 65
The VR-700’s Internal Structure..........................................................................................................................................65
Sound Generator Section........................................................................................................................................65
MIDI Routing................................................................................................................................................................65
Connecting an External MIDI Keyboard..........................................................................................................................66
Playing a Desired Part (Factory Settings) ..........................................................................................................66
Playing the Upper Part or Lower Part.................................................................................................................66
Connecting an External MIDI Sequencer........................................................................................................................66
Local Control Setting................................................................................................................................................66
Connecting your Computer.................................................................................................................................................67
Local Control Setting................................................................................................................................................67
Ensemble Sound List ................................................................................... 68
Internal Rhythm Pattern List ...................................................................... 71
List of Effects for the Ensemble Sounds..................................................... 72
List of the Factory Installed Favorites........................................................ 75
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 77
Error Messages............................................................................................. 79
Specifications............................................................................................... 80
Index ............................................................................................................. 82
Information .................................................................................................. 86
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* The MIDI implementation is available on Roland’s website.
http://www.roland.com/products/en/
From the above page, proceed to the VR-700 page and download the MIDI implementation.
Convention used in this manual
• Text enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicates the name of a button, such as the [UPPER] button.
• Lines that begin with or an asterisk * are cautionary statements that you must be sure to read.
• (p. **) indicates a reference page.
• The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that your
unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display may
not always match what appears in the manual.
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Features of the VR-700
The Pursuit of Excellence—Redefining the Basic Stage Keyboard
An organ, piano, and synthesizer all condensed into a single instrument
A full-fledged organ, high-quality piano, and a synthesizer equipped with all the standard sounds—all of this and more contained in
one easy-to-use, light, compact package. This one instrument is just about all you need for most any live performance; and since it’s
highly portable, you save on the amount of time it takes to get set up for a performance.
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Creating Organ Sounds..........................................................................................p. 38
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Selecting an Ensemble Sound .............................................................................p. 46
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Ensemble Sound List ...............................................................................................p. 68
A total organ sound–from sound generation to sound reinforcement
Equipped with a virtual tone wheel sound generator, which forms the core of the Roland organ sound. In addition, the VR-700 offers a
completely realistic and expressive organ experience, including the characteristic effects and sound reproduction methods of vintage
organs.
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About Virtual Tonewheel Sound Generators .................................................p. 38
Rotary sound
What would an organ performance be without rotary speakers? The VR-700 faithfully re-creates the sound of rotating speakers,
including the acoustical characteristics of the tweeter (which change depending on the angle), and the way that changes in the speed
of the rotation occur. To enjoy a realistic, rotary sound that is filled with a sense of presence, all you need to do is connect a keyboard
amplifier or powered monitor.
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Adding Rotary Speaker Modulation ..................................................................p. 43
Overdriven sound
Whether it be the unique characteristics of the vacuum-tube circuitry that was at the heart of the original rotary speakers, the
acoustical properties of the speaker cabinets, or the frequency responses of a variety of amplifiers—all these and more are faithfully
simulated by the VR-700. Simply by switching the amp type, you can enjoy a variety of sounds for your performances—from a warm,
deeply resonating sound to a fat, overdriven sound typical of rock. In addition, for each amp type, you can select from a number of
variations for the drive sound.
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Making the Sound Distort .....................................................................................p. 44
Enhanced playability thanks to 76-key waterfall keyboard and harmonic bars
With a waterfall keyboard and fast-firing algorithms, the VR-700 is capable of a wide variety of performance techniques, from delicate
glissandos to fast, successive notes. And, it is equipped with nine harmonic bars, which are essential when you want to control the
sound in real time. Thanks to this, a wide variety of organ sounds can be controlled at will. In addition, the VR-700 can essentially be
turned into a two-manual + pedalboard organ—all you need to do is split the keyboard into two zones using the Split function, then
add on an optional PK-25A/7A pedalboard.
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Varying the Sound in Real Time (Harmonic Bars) .........................................p. 38
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Playing the Sounds of Two Parts on the Keyboard (Split) .........................p. 34
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Connecting a Pedal Keyboard.............................................................................. p. 20
Ensemble section offers high-quality piano and synth sounds
Comes with a stringently selected collection of sounds geared for ensembles. Thanks to the adoption of “88-key multisampling,”
which results in very realistic sounds, you’ll be able to richly express every nuance of your music. Moreover, a wide variety of acoustic
sounds, including analog synthesizers and other electronic musical instruments, and realistic string sounds have also been included,
making it easy for you to contribute a wealth of sounds when playing in a band.
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Ensemble Sound List ...............................................................................................p. 68
Easy operation—geared for live performances
We’ve placed buttons or knobs right there on the panel for most of functions that a performer needs access to when playing live. And,
since everything has been grouped together according to function, the VR-700 can be controlled simply and logically. Additionally,
we’ve made the buttons self-illuminating, so you don’t need to worry about finding things when you’re on a dark stage. Together, this
means that even the first-time user should experience no problems when using the VR-700, since it’s operation is intuitive.
And, once you have a certain combination of sounds you like, and have made a whole range of detailed settings, you can store your
efforts as a “Favorite,” and have instant access to it later simply by pressing a button.
•
Names of Things and What They Do .................................................................p. 14
•
Storing Your Favorite Settings (Favorites)....................................................... p. 47
Features of the VR-700
Equipped with player feature
The instrument comes stocked with a variety of rhythm patterns, which can be used as a “rhythm guide.” Thanks to this, you can gain
practice along more musical lines, when compared to simply using a metronome.
In addition, the inclusion of a USB memory connector allows you to make use of SMF, WAV, AIFF, and MP3 files stored on USB flash
drives. Such files can be played back when practicing or be used as backing while performing.
•
Playing Rhythms and Songs (Player Functions) ............................................p. 49
Beautifully refined design
The VR-700’s metallic-colored body presents a striking image on stage. And, the distinctive quality of it’s real wood side panels can
only get better with age.
* Like all fine products made of wood, the wooden side panels can be easily scratched. Please treat them with the care they deserve.
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Names of Things and What They Do
Pitch down
Modulation
Pitch up
Top Panel
fig.VR-700Front.eps
[V-LINK] button
This button turns V-LINK on/off (p. 64).
When this is on, the VR-700 can be used to control a V-LINK
compatible video device connected to the VR-700.
[MASTER VOLUME] knob
This knob adjusts the volume of the output from the OUTPUT
connectors on the rear panel and the PHONES jack (p. 23).
D Beam
You can vary the organ sound or ensemble sound by moving your
hand above the D Beam controller (p. 36).
Organ control/Bender lever
You can use the lever to vary the sound in real time.
* The [ORGAN CONTROL] button and [BENDER] button cannot be
turned on simultaneously.
Control
[ORGAN CONTROL]
button
* Only organ
sounds will be
affected.
[BENDER] button
* Only ensemble
sounds will be
affected.
Function
When this button is pressed to turn it on, the lever
will control the organ sound (p. 43).
Pitch up
Change speed of
speaker rotation
If this button is pressed to turn it on, the lever will
vary the pitch of the sound or apply vibrato.
Change speed of
speaker rotation
Harmonic bars
Use these to create the organ sound. You can adjust the tone in real
time while you perform (p. 38).
[ENSEMBLE VOLUME] bar
This adjusts the volume of the ensemble sound (p. 29).
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Names of Things and What They Do
fig.VR-700Front.eps
ORGAN section
HARMONIC BAR
Here you can select the part that will reflect the settings of the
harmonic bars (p. 39).
Display section
Display
Control
Display
[DISPLAY/EXIT]
button
[FUNCTION/ENTER]
button
[+] button,
[–] button
ENSEMBLE section
Tone buttons
Control
Tone buttons
[OCTAVE SHIFT]
button
[TO LOWER/PEDAL]
button
Function
This indicates the state of the VR-700 or the
current value of a setting (p. 24).
Indicators for TONE, PLAYER, and TEMPO are
located at the left of the display.
This button changes the content shown in the
display (p. 24). In Function mode, this button
operates as the [EXIT] button to exit Function
mode.
Press this button to switch to Function mode.
In Function mode, this button serves for the
[ENTER] button to execute an operation.
Use these buttons to edit a value.
Function
These buttons select the category of ensemble
sounds (p. 46).
This button sounds the selected ensemble sound
at a higher or lower octave (p. 46).
This sounds the selected ensemble sound in the
lower part or pedal part (p. 29).
Control
[LOWER] button,
[UPPER] button
[ORGAN ON] button
[MANUAL] button
Function
These buttons select the part to which the organ
sound settings of the harmonic bars will apply.
If you press both buttons simultaneously, the
harmonic bars will be assigned to the pedal part.
Switches on/off the production of the organ
sound for all parts.
For the part selected by the [LOWER] button or
[UPPER] button, this button updates the organ
sound of that part to the current state of the
harmonic bars.
VIBRATO/CHORUS
These buttons turn the vibrato and chorus effects on/off for the
organ sound (p. 42).
PERCUSSION
These buttons specify the organ sound’s percussion (the attack
heard when you press a key) (p. 41).
ROTARY SOUND
Here you can specify the rotary effect (the modulation produced by
a rotating speaker) (p. 43).
EFFECT
Control
[CONTROL] knob
[ON] button
Function
This knob adjusts the effect that’s applied to the
ensemble sound (p. 46).
This button turns the effect on/off for the
ensemble sound (p. 46).
REVERB section
Here you can apply reverberation to the organ sounds and
ensemble sounds.
Control
[LEVEL] knob
[TYPE] button Selects the type of reverb effect (p. 44).
Function
Adjusts the depth of the reverb effect (p. 44).
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fig.VR-700Front.eps
FAVORITE section
FAVORITE
The organ sounds and ensemble sounds that you use frequently,
together with their state, can be registered as Favorites. Once
you’ve registered your favorite settings, you’ll be able to call them
up simply by pressing one of the [FAVORITE] buttons.
PLAYER section
Here you can play back internal rhythm patterns, or MIDI files and
audio files saved on external memory connected to the USB
MEMORY connector.
PLAYER
Control
[RHYTHM/SONG]
button
[
Stop) button
] (Play/
Function
Use this button to specify playback of either
internal rhythm patterns or files stored on
external memory.
This button plays the file.
During playback, pressing this button will stop
playback.
Control
[SPLIT] button
[LAYER] button
[WRITE] button
[BANK] button Use this button to select a bank of favorites (p. 46).
FAVORITE buttons:
[1]–[8]
[FILE LOAD] button
[FILE SAVE] button
Function
This button divides the keyboard into two zones,
allowing you to play a different tone in each zone
(p. 34).
This button allows you to play the ensemble
sound and the organ sound together (p. 29).
Use this button to register the organ sounds,
ensemble sound, and other panel settings as
favorite settings. For details refer to “Saving the
Current Settings as a Favorite” (p. 47).
Use these to callup favorite settings you’ve
registered (p. 46).
These buttons allow you to save or load all the
favorite settings in the VR-700’s internal memory
to or from USB memory connected to the USB
MEMORY connector (p. 48).
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Rear Panel
fig.VR-700Rear.eps
Names of Things and What They Do
[POWER] switch
Turns the power on/off (p. 19).
* If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the
[POWER] switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
Refer to “Power Supply” (p. 6).
AC IN (AC inlet)
Connect the included power cord here (p. 18).
USB connectors
Connector
USB MEMORY
connector
USB MIDI connector
Function
Connect USB memory (sold separately) here (p.
22).
You can use a USB cable (sold separately) to
connect this to your computer so that MIDI
messages can be transmitted and received (p. 67).
MIDI connectors
Connector
MIDI OUT/V-LINK
connector
MIDI PEDAL IN
connector
MIDI IN connector
Function
You can use a MIDI cable (sold separately) to
connect this to a MIDI sound module or other MIDI
device, and transmit performance data from the
VR-700 to that device (p. 65).
If you connect this to a V-LINK compatible video
device, your performance on the VR-700 can
control the video device (p. 64).
You can connect a pedal keyboard here, and
perform using the pedals (p. 20).
You can use a MIDI cable (sold separately) to
connect a MIDI keyboard or other MIDI device
here, and use that MIDI device to play the VR-700
(p. 65).
PEDAL connectors
Connector
DAMPER PEDAL
connector
EXP PEDAL
connector
CONTROL PEDAL
connector
Function
Connect a damper pedal here (p. 20).
Even after you take your fingers off the keyboard,
notes will be sustained as long as you hold down
the pedal.
Connect an expression pedal here. You can use
this pedal to adjust the volume (p. 20).
Connect an expression pedal or damper pedal
here (p. 20). You can use this pedal to control
various functions of the VR-700 (p. 55).
OUTPUT connectors
These are stereo output connectors for the audio signal. The same
signal is output from the XLR connectors (L, R) and from the phone
jacks (L/MONO, R).
About the phone jacks
If you connect a cable only to the L/MONO jacks of the phone
jacks, the sound of the left and right channels will be mixed
and output in monaural.
* The stereo signal will be output from the XLR connectors.
* We recommend that you use stereo output. If you use
monaural output, the quality and character of the sound may
be affected, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
PHONES jack
Connect headphones here (p. 21).
Even if headphones are connected, the audio signal will still be
output from the OUTPUT connectors.
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Getting Ready
Placing the VR-700 on the KS-G8 Stand
If you place the VR-700 on a stand, you must use the KS-G8 (sold separately).
• When placing the VR-700 on the stand, be careful not to pinch your fingers between the instrument and the stand.
• When lifting the VR-700 onto the stand, make sure to enlist the help of at least one other person.
• Using the VR-700 with any other stand may produce an unstable situation, possibly causing the instrument to fall or overturn, and
resulting in injury or damage.
• For details on how to assemble the stand, refer to the owner’s manual that accompanied the stand.
fig.VKvsKS-G8.eps
Front (keyboard) side
A
Top view
B
C
Rear panel side
Place the VR-700 in the position shown in the illustration.
1.
• Position rubber feet “A” on the outside of the stand’s rubber pads.
• Position rubber feet “B” directly above the stand’s arms.
• Position rubber feet “C” so that they contact the inside of the stand’s rubber pads.
* Make sure that the VR-700’s six rubber feet (A–C) are not resting on the stand’s rubber pads.
Connecting the Power Cord
1.
Before you begin making connections, confirm the following.
• Is the volume level of the VR-700 or connected amp turned all the way down?
• Is the power to the VR-700 or connected amp turned off?
Connect the supplied power cord to the AC Inlet of the VR-700, and plug the other end into an AC outlet.
2.
fig.ConnectPowerCoad.eps
A
B
C
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Rear panel
Turning the Power On/Off
Getting Ready
Turning the Power On
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.
1.
Before you turn on the power, make sure that the
[VOLUME] knob is turned all the way down.
Also minimize the volume of any connected external audio
equipment.
fig.VolMin.eps
To turn the power on, press the upper part of the
2.
[POWER] switch located on the VR-700’s rear panel.
fig.P-On.eps
Turning the Power Off
1.
Turn the [VOLUME] knob to the minimum position
before you turn off the power.
Also minimize the volume of any connected external equipment.
fig.VolMin.eps
2.
Switch off the power to any connected external
equipment.
3.
To turn the power off, press the lower part of the
[POWER] switch located on the VR-700’s rear panel.
* If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the
POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
Refer to “Power Supply” (p. 6).
The power will turn on, and the display will light up.
* Minimize the volume before you turn on the power. Even if the
volume is minimized, you may hear sound when turning on the
power, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
* Due to a circuitry-protection feature, this unit requires a few
moments after it has been powered up before it is ready for normal
operation.
* If the power is turned off while a Factory Reset is being executed (p.
26), the internal data will be lost, and it may take some time to start
up the next time you switch on the VR-700’s power.
3.
Switch on the power to any external equipment that is
connected.
Adjust the volume of any external equipment that is
4.
connected.
Adjust the VR-700’s volume to an appropriate level.
5.
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Getting Ready
MIDI cable
To MIDI OUT connector
PK-7A
PK-25A
To MIDI PEDAL IN connector
Damper pedal
Expression pedal
Footswitch
Connecting Pedals
Connecting a Pedal Keyboard
Connect your pedal keyboard (PK-25A or PK-7A; sold separately) to
the MIDI PEDAL IN connector on the rear panel.
* When making connections, be sure to refer to the PK-25A or PK-7A
owner’s manual as well.
* There’s no need to set the MIDI channel for the PK-25A and PK-7A.
fig.ConnectPedalKey.eps
Connecting an Expression Pedal and Damper Pedal
* When making connections, please refer also to the owner’s manual
for the pedals you’re using.
fig.ConnectPedals.eps
1.
2.
3.
* For details on the functions that can be controlled by a foot switch
* There’s no need to make a connection between the EXPRESSION
Make sure that the VR-700 and the pedal you’ll be
connecting are turned off.
Use a MIDI cable (sold separately) to connect the MIDI
OUT connector of the PK-25A or PK-7A to the VR-700’s
MIDI PEDAL IN connector. (The PK OUT connector is not
used.)
If desired, connect the FOOT SW OUT connector of the
PK-25A or PK-7A to the VR-700’s CONTROL PEDAL
connector.
connected to the VR-700’s CONTROL connector, refer to “Functions
that can be assigned to the control pedal” (p. 55).
OUT connector of the PK-25A or PK-7A and the VR-700.
Make sure that the VR-700’s power is turned off.
1.
Connect your damper pedal to the DAMPER PEDAL
2.
connector on the rear panel.
Connect your expression pedal to the EXP PEDAL
3.
connector on the rear panel.
Connect your damper pedal, expression pedal, or foot
4.
switch to the CONTROL PEDAL connector on the rear
panel.
* An expression pedal, damper pedal, and foot switch are not
included. For details on the types of pedals that can be connected to
the VR-700, refer to “Specifications” (p. 80). If you want to purchase
these items, please contact the dealer where you purchased the
VR-700.
* Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5 or EV-7; sold
separately). By connecting any other expression pedal, you risk
causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
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Connecting Playback Equipment
Mixer, etc.
Power amp/speaker
Powered speaker
Headphones
fig.ConnectPA.eps
Getting Ready
Connecting an Amp and Speakers
1.
Make sure that both the VR-700 and the equipment you
intend to connect are switched off.
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.
2.
Use audio cables to connect the VR-700’s rear panel
OUTPUT connectors to your playback equipment
(amplified speakers, mixer, etc.).
* Audio cables are not included. If you want to purchase these items,
please contact the dealer where you purchased the VR-700.
Connecting Headphones
About the XLR connector OUTPUT connectors
The XLR connectors are wired as shown in the illustration.
Before you make connections, check the wiring of the
equipment you intend to connect.
fig.XLRJack.eps
1: GND 2: HOT
3: COLD
About the 1/4” phone jack OUTPUT connectors
If you connect a cable only to the L/MONO jack of the phone
jacks, the sound of the left and right channels will be mixed
and output in monaural.
* The stereo signal will be output from the XLR connectors.
* We recommend that you use stereo output. If you use
monaural output, the quality and character of the sound may
be affected, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
Connect your headphones to the PHONES jack on the
1.
VR-700’s rear panel.
* Use headphones that have a 1/4” stereo plug.
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Getting Ready
Connecting USB Memory
Make sure that the VR-700’s power is switched off.
1.
Connect your USB memory to the VR-700’s rear panel
2.
USB MEMORY connector.
fig.ConnectUSBmem.eps
• Never insert or remove a USB memory device while this unit’s power
is on. Doing so may corrupt the unit’s data or the data on the USB
memory.
• Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in—until it is firmly in
place.
Attaching the Music Rest
Here’s how to attach the included music rest.
Remove the two music rest fastening screws from the
1.
rear panel.
fig.MusicrestRemove.eps
2.
Tighten the two screws to fasten the music rest in place.
fig.MusicrestAttach.eps
• If you’re using new USB memory, you must first initialize (format) it
on the VR-700, refer to “Formatting USB Memory” (p. 62).
• For details on USB memory device that can be used with the VR-700,
refer to “Specifications” (p. 80). If you want to purchase USB
memory, please contact the retailer from whom you purchased the
VR-700.
• When attaching the music rest, support it securely with your hand
so that it does not fall.
• Be careful not to pinch your hand or fingers when attaching the
music rest.
• Use only the included screws.
• To detach the music rest, support it with your hand and slowly
remove the screws. After detaching the music rest, firmly tighten
the fastening screws.
• The music rest fastening screws you remove must be kept out of the
reach of small children so that they will not be swallowed
accidentally.
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Getting Ready
Adjusting the Volume
Use the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume.
1.
Turning the knob toward the right will increase the volume, and
turning it toward the left will decrease the volume.
You’ll also need to make appropriate volume adjustments on the
connected equipment.
fig.VolAdj.eps
Listening to the Demo Songs
The VR-700 contains 3 demo songs.
No.
Song Title
1
Desert Stroll Mano Hanes © 2010 Roland Corporation
2 The Odd Mistress Kiyomi Otaka © 2010 Roland Corporation
3 7th Dance on a Sun Ray Ralf Schink © 2010 Roland Corporation
* All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material for purposes
other than private, personal enjoyment is a violation of applicable
laws.
fig.demo-play.eps
Composer/
Performer
Copyright
1.
Simultaneously press the [RHYTHM/SONG] button and
[
the
• The VR-700 will enter Demo mode, and the display will indicate
• The FAVORITE [1]–[3] buttons will blink.
• In Demo mode, you can’t edit the organ sound, choose ensemble
sounds, or perform.
The blinking FAVORITE [1]–[3] buttons correspond to the
2.
] (Play/Stop) button.
.
four demo songs. When you press one of the buttons, the
corresponding demo song will begin playing.
When the demo song has finished playing, the next demo song will
play.
3.
To stop demo song playback, press the [
(Play/Stop) button.
4.
To exit Demo mode, press the [DISPLAY/EXIT] button.
* No data for the music that is played will be output from the MIDI
OUT connector and USB MIDI connector.
]
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Getting Ready
Indications in the Display
fig.paneldisp.eps
Indications when editing settings
When you’re changing the reverb or chorus type, the display will
indicate the respective type.
fig.disp-type01.eps
From this state, you can press the [DISPLAY/EXIT] button to return to
the previous display.
Indications in Function mode
Bank number
Favorite number
When you switch on the VR-700’s power, the current favorite
number is shown in the display.
Pressing the [DISPLAY/EXIT] button cycles you through the
following choices for what is displayed.
fig.disp-norm01.eps
Normal state
(indicates the favorite
number)
fig.arrow-top.eps
fig.arrow-right.eps
fig.disp-tone01.eps
Tone number of the
ensemble sound
fig.arrow-bottom.eps
fig.disp-func01.eps
When you press the [FUNCTION/ENTER] button, the VR-700 will
enter Function mode. In Function mode you can specify Favorites
and make detailed settings for the VR-700 (p. 51).
fig.disp-tempo01.eps
Tempo of the internal
rhythm or song
(p. 50)
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fig.arrow-reft.eps
fig.disp-player01.eps
Player function’s rhythm
and song selection
(p. 49)
Getting Ready
Disabling Panel Operations (Lock Function)
Lock function is a function that disables operation of the panel’s
buttons, and knobs. By locking the panel, you can prevent settings
from being inadvertently changed while you’re on stage.
Controls That can be Operated Even While Locked
The following top panel controls can be operated even if the Lock
function is turned on. This allows you to control the sound of the
organ in real time even when the Lock function is on.
• Harmonic bars (see illustration)
• Some buttons and knobs of the organ section (see illustration)
• D Beam controller
• Organ control/Bender lever
Turning the Lock Function On/Off
1.
Hold down the HARMONIC BAR [LOWER] button and
press the PLAYER [RHYTHM/SONG] button.
When the panel has been locked, the VR-700 will be in the following
state.
• Song playback will stop.
• The following will be shown in the display.
fig.disp-func01.eps
To turn off the Lock function, press the [DISPLAY/EXIT]
2.
button.
Alternatively, you can turn off the Lock function by repeating the
action of step 1.
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Getting Ready
Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)
When you execute the Factory Reset operation, all Favorite settings
in the VR-700 and the values of the system parameters that can be
edited in Function mode will all be returned to their factory-set
condition.
If you want to keep the Favorite settings that are stored in the
VR-700 and the values of the system parameters, back them up
to USB memory as described in “Backing up Favorites to USB
Memory” (p. 48).
1.
Press the [FUNCTION/ENTER] button.
The VR-700 will enter Function mode, and the display will indicate
.
Use the [–] button or [+] button to make the display
2.
indicate
Press the [STRINGS] button.
3.
The display will indicate
.
.
4.
Press the [FUNCTION/ENTER] button.
The display will indicate
5.
To execute the Factory Reset, press the [FUNCTION/
ENTER] button.
The display will indicate
executed.
Never turn off the VR-700’s power while the Factory Reset is
being executed.
* If you decide not to execute the Factory Reset, press the [DISPLAY/
EXIT] button.
When the Factory Reset is completed, the display will
6.
indicates
Turn the VR-700’s power off, then on again.
.
.
while the Factory Reset is being
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Playing the VR-700
About the VR-700’s Parts
The VR-700 has three parts: Upper part, Lower part, and Pedal part.
You can play a different sound in each of the three parts.
Upper Part
When using an external MIDI keyboard
If you connect an external MIDI keyboard to the MIDI IN connector
on the rear panel, you can use your external MIDI keyboard to play
the upper part while using the VR-700’s keyboard to play the lower
part (or vice versa).
fig.part-uploWmidi.eps
External MIDI keyboard
When the Split function (p. 34) is off, the Upper part will sound when
you play the keyboard.
fig.part-upper.eps
VR-700
Upper part
Lower Part
If you turn on the Split function, the higher range of the keyboard
will play the upper part and the lower range will play the lower part.
fig.btn-split.eps
MIDI
VR-700
Lower part
• If you’re using an external MIDI keyboard, change the Function
mode setting Sub Keyboard Function to upper (or lower). For more
about the Sub Keyboard Function setting, refer to “Various Settings
(Function mode)” (p. 51) and “Sub Keyboard Function” (p. 57).
• For details on connecting your external MIDI keyboard, refer to
“Connecting an External MIDI Keyboard” (p. 66).
Upper part
fig.part-uplo.eps
VR-700
Lower part
For more about the Split function, refer to “Playing the Sounds
of Two Parts on the Keyboard (Split)” (p. 34).
Upper part
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Playing the VR-700
Pedal Part
To turn on the Split function, hold down the [LOWER] and [UPPER]
buttons, and press the [SPLIT] button; the higher range of the
keyboard will play the upper part, and the lower range of the
keyboard will play the pedal part.
fig.btn-splitpedal.eps
fig.part-uppdl.eps
VR-700
Pedal part
If you hold down the [LOWER] button and press the [SPLIT]
button, the higher range of the keyboard will play the upper
part, and the lower range of the keyboard will play the lower
part.
When using a pedal keyboard
If you connect a pedal keyboard to the rear panel MIDI PEDAL IN
connector, you can use your pedal keyboard to play the pedal part.
fig.part-pedal.eps
VR-700
Upper part
Organ Sounds and Ensemble Sounds
Organ sounds
You can play different organ sounds from each of the VR-700’s three
parts.
The upper, lower, and pedal parts correspond to the upper organ,
lower organ, and pedal organ sounds, respectively.
fig.part-3organ.eps
VR-700
Lower organ
Pedal keyboard
Pedal organ
Ensemble sounds
In addition to organ sounds, you can also play ensemble sounds (p.
46). The VR-700 contains various ensemble sounds. You can play
two ensemble sounds simultaneously.
The two ensemble sounds can be assigned to any desired parts.
The illustration below is a conceptual diagram of sounds assigned to
the upper part and lower part.
fig.part-3organ2ens.eps
VR-700
Ensemble sound 1 Ensemble sound 2
Upper organ
Upper organLower organ
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Upper part
MIDI
Pedal keyboard
Pedal part
For details on connecting your pedal keyboard, refer to
“Connecting a Pedal Keyboard” (p. 20).
Pedal keyboard
Pedal organ
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