Roland F-50 manuel d'utilisation

Congratulations on your choice of the Roland Digital Piano F-50. 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 4) . These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained[...]

2 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. .......................................................................................................... 002c • Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor. ...............................................[...]

3 010 • 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 shoul[...]

4 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2 and 3, please read and observe the following: Power Supply 301 • 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 o[...]

5 Introduction Congratulations on your choice of the Roland Digital Piano F-50. In order to enjoy reliable performance of your new keyboard for many years to come, please take the time to read through this manual in its entirety. Main Features Refined Wood Grain, Compact Design The simple design and light wood grain finish is at home both in the li[...]

6 Introduction Assembling the F-50 • Make sure that another person is on hand to help with the assembly and setup. • To move the piano, lift it carefully—all the while keeping it level. Be very careful, when you assemble and move the piano, to make sure that you do not drop it on your hands or feet. • Always carry out this procedure with th[...]

7 Introduction 4. Stand the instrument back up. When lifting the instrument back up, grasp near the center of the F-50, and gently raise the instrument. fig.st03-2 If the Stand is Uneven If after lifting the F-50 back up you find that stand is crooked, try loosening the screws and then securing them again. When retightening, start with the top scre[...]

8 Introduction Panel Descriptions 1. [Power] Switch This switch turns the unit on/off (p. 11). 2. [Volume] Knob Adjusts the volume (p. 12). 3. [Reverb] Button Used to add reverberation to the sound (p. 17). Tone 4. Tone Buttons The following five buttons are collectively referred to as the Tone buttons. These are used to select the tone to played v[...]

9 Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY ........................................2 IMPORTANT NOTES .................................................4 Introduction ...............................................................5 Main Features ..................................................................................... 5 Checking the Included Items.[...]

10 Before You Play Connecting the AC Adaptor 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. 1. Connect the supplied AC adaptor and Power Cord. fig.00-02 2. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC In connector on the rear panel. 3. As [...]

11 Before You Play Connecting Pedals 1. Connect the pedal to the Damper jack or Soft jack. fig.00-03 Soft Pedal This pedal is used to make the sound softer. Playing with the soft pedal depressed produces a sound that is not as strong as when otherwise played with the equivalent strength. This is the same function as the left pedal of an acoustic pi[...]

12 Before You Play Adjusting the Volume 1. Use the [Volume] knob to adjust the overall volume level. fig.00-07 NOTE Raising the volume excessively may cause the sound to distort. Enjoy the piano at an appropriate volume level. Connecting Headphones The F-50 features two headphone jacks. This allows two people to listen through headphones (sold sepa[...]

13 Listening to the Demo Songs The F-50 features five internal songs that demonstrate how the onboard tones can be used effectively, along with sixty classic piano songs. Playing/Stopping the Demo Songs fig.01-01 1. Press the [Demo] button. The indicator of the [Play] button will blink. The demo songs will play back in succession. When the last son[...]

14 Listening to the Demo Songs 2. To stop the demo song playback, press the [Demo] button once again. The [Play] button’s indicator goes out, and the demo song playback will stop. ■ Listening to the Demo Songs Using Each Tone The first through fifth demo songs provide an introduction to the F-50’s tones. You can select and listen to one tone [...]

15 Playing the Keyboard Selecting the Instrument Sound You Wish to Play The F-50 allows you to play using twenty different tones including piano. You can select the tones using the five Tone buttons; four tones are assigned to each button. You can switch the tones assigned to each button by pressing the [Variation] button. * Strings+Brass: lets you[...]

16 Playing the Keyboard Layering Two Instrument Sounds (Dual Play) You can hold down one Tone button and press another Tone button to layer two sounds for playing together. This function is called “Dual Play.” Example: Combining Piano and Strings fig.02-02 1. While pressing the [Piano] button, also press the [Strings] button. The indicators for[...]

17 Playing the Keyboard Adding Reverberation to Sounds (Reverb Effect) You can apply a reverb effect to the notes you play on the keyboard. Applying reverb adds pleasing reverberation to what you play, so it sounds almost as if you were playing in a concert hall. fig.02-03 1. Press the [Reverb] button, and confirm that its indicator has lighted. Th[...]

18 Recording Your Performance You can easily record your performances. A recorded performance can be played back to hear your own playing. Notes Regarding Recording • Only one song can be recorded. If you begin recording when a previously recorded performance exists, the previous performance will be erased. • Recorded performances are erased wh[...]

19 Some Handy Functions Changing the Keyboard’s Touch You can change the touch sensitivity, or response of the keys. The setting is at “Medium” when the F-50 is powered up. fig.03-01 1. Press the [Light] button or the [Heavy] button. The indicator for the selected button lights. When the [Light] button is pressed, the button’s indicator lig[...]

20 Some Handy Functions Transposing without Changing Your Keyboard Fingering (Key Transpose) You can transpose the key of a performance without having to shift the position of your fingers on the keyboard. This feature is called “Key Transpose.” In situations such as when providing accompaniment to a song, using the Key Transpose function to ma[...]

21 Some Handy Functions ■ Setting the Reference Pitch to 440.0 Hz 1. While holding down the [Variation] button and [Heavy] button, press the “C 4” key on the keyboard. fig.7-08.e The reference pitch will be set to 440.0 Hz. This is the most commonly used setting. The A4 (Middle A) key will sound at 440.0 Hz. ■ Setting the Reference Pitch to[...]

22 Connecting to Audio Equipment Read this chapter if you wish to connect the F-50 to an audio device. By connecting the F-50 with an audio device, you can listen to the sound of the F-50 through the speakers of the audio device, or record your performance onto a cassette tape or other recording media. About the Jacks fig.8-01 Output Jacks Use audi[...]

23 Connecting to MIDI Devices Read this chapter if you wish to connect the F-50 to an external MIDI device. If the F-50 is connected to a MIDI sequencer, such as one from the MT series, you can record your performance on the MIDI sequencer. The rich variety of sounds built into the MT series can be played with the keyboard of the F-50. About the MI[...]

24 Connecting to MIDI Devices Cautions when Connecting an External MIDI Device Here we will explain the “Local On/Off” and “Omni On/ Off” settings that you need to be aware of when connecting the F-50 to an external MIDI device. ■ Disconnecting the F-50’s keyboard and internal sound generator (Local On/Off) When the F-50 is connected to[...]

25 Connecting to MIDI Devices ■ Set the MIDI Channel MIDI features sixteen MIDI channels, numbered 1–16. The connected devices must be set to use the same MIDI channels, otherwise no sound will be produced. In a setup where you wish to play the F-50 and also have another MIDI-equipped instrument or sound module play the same notes, you should f[...]

26 Troubleshooting If you are encountering problems with the unit, please read the section below before assuming that there is a malfunction. Case Cause/Remedy The piano cannot be switched on Is the AC adaptor properly connected? (p. 10) No sound is produced Is the [Volume] knob set to the minimum position? (p. 12) Are the headphones connected? (p.[...]

27 Troubleshooting The pedals are not functioning Are the pedals connected properly? (p. 11) The pedals function intermittently Unplugging a pedal cord from the unit while the power is on may cause the pedal’s effect to be applied without stopping. The power of the F-50 must be turned off before inserting or removing a pedal cord (p. 11). [Reverb[...]

28 Demo Song List → “Listening to the Demo Songs” (p. 13) 1 2 3 5 46 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 23 21 20 24 25 26 27 Power ••• 58 65 60 62 ••• 59 63 61 64 A0 C 1 D1 E1 F1 G1 A1 B1 B0 C 2 C3 F5 C6 C8 . . . Hold down the [Demo] button and press the key that corresponding to the song you wish to hear. No. Key Song Name Com[...]

29 Demo Song List * All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material for purposes other than private, personal enjoyment is a violation of applicable laws. 28 C3 T räumerei R. Schumann © 1996 Roland Corporation 29 Db3 Moments Musicaux III F . Schubert © 1996 Roland Corporation 30 D3 Prélude, op.28-15 F . Chopin © 1996 Roland Corporation [...]

30 MIDI Implementation Chart 984 *A separate publication titled “MIDI Implementation” is also available. It provides complete details concerning the way MIDI has been implemented on this unit. If you should require this publication (such as when you intend to carry out byte-level programming), please contact the nearest Roland Service Center or[...]

31 Main Specifications F-50: Roland Digital Piano <Keyboard> Keyboard 88 keys (Progressive Hammer-Action Keyboard) Touch Sensitivity Light, Medium, Heavy, Fixed Keyboard Mode Whole Dual (adjustable volume balance) <Sound Generator> Maximum Polyphony 64 voices Tones 20 tones in 5 groups Effects Reverb (5 levels) Chorus (fixed for E. Pian[...]

32 Functions Assigned to the Keyboard Power C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 C3 C2 C1 While holding down the [V ariation] button and [Heavy] button, press the corr esponding key. Local On/Off (p . 24) Omni On/Off (p . 24) Tr ansmission of playback data On/Off (p . 25) Setting the MIDI Channel (p . 25) Ke y T ranspose (p . 20) Master T uning (p . 20) F-50_e.book 32 ?[...]

33 Index Numerics 440.0 Hz .......................................................................... 21 442.0 Hz .......................................................................... 21 A AC Adaptor .................................................................... 10 Assembly ................................................................[...]

As of January 15, 2005 (ROLAND) Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. EGYPT Al Fanny Trading Office 9, EBN Hagar A1 Askalany Street, ARD E1 Golf, Heliopolis, Cairo 11341, EGYPT TEL: 20-2-417-1828 REUNION Maison FO - YAM Marcel 25 Rue Jules H[...]

This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. For EU Countries For Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. NOTICE A[...]

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