Roland VR-760 manual

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Performance Keyboard VR-760. 201b 202 Copyright © 2003 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY [...]

2 To resize thickness, move all items on the front cover 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 sy[...]

3 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. .......................................................................................................... 002b • Do not open or perform any internal modifica- tions on the unit. (The only exception would be where this manua[...]

4 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 h[...]

5 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 sy[...]

6 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 trad[...]

7 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 [...]

8 Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY...................................................................................................................... 3 IMPORTANT NOTES ................................................................................................................................ 5 Main Features ....................................[...]

9 Basic Operation of the Organ Part .......................................................................................... 33 The “Harmonic Bars” That Change the Composition of the Organ Tone ............................ 33 [H-Bar Manual] button ................................................................................................[...]

10 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 T[...]

11 Connecting External MIDI Devices ...................................................... 79 Recording VR-760 Performances to an External MIDI Sequencer ....................................... 79 Connecting to External Sequencer .............................................................................................. 79 Settings for Recording[...]

12 Panel Descriptions Front Panel fig.panÇçelF ig.panelF 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 contro[...]

13 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 [...]

14 Panel Descriptions ig.panelF 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 charac[...]

15 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 messag[...]

16 Before You Begin Playing Connecting the Power Cord 1. 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[...]

17 Before You Begin Playing 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.[...]

18 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 S[...]

19 Before You Begin Playing 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 swit[...]

20 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-7[...]

21 Before You Begin Playing 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 [ENTE[...]

22 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 ?[...]

23 Overview of the VR-760 Overview of the VR-760 Basic organization of the VR- 760 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 th[...]

24 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. Th[...]

25 Overview of the VR-760 Overview of the VR-760 Basic Operation of the VR- 760 ■ 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 scr[...]

26 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). Mov[...]

27 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 [...]

28 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 w[...]

29 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) eac[...]

30 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 [...]

31 Performing with the Keyboard Performing Changing the Overall Tone Quality (MASTER EQ) fig.04-06(EQ) MASTER EQ is equalization that is applied to all of the parts. You can alter the tonal coloration by adjusting the [LOW], [MIDDLE], and [HIGH] knobs. MIDDLE comprises FREQ and LEVEL settings, which allow you to change the degree of change in the m[...]

32 Performing with the Keyboard ■ Aftertouch You can change the sound by pressing the keys with even greater force. The effect applied is predetermined for each tone, and cannot be changed. ■ Damper Pedal With a damper pedal connected to the DAMPER PEDAL jack on the VR- 760’s rear panel, you can then add reverberation to the sound. Even after[...]

33 Performing with the Keyboard Performing Basic Operation of the Organ Part ■ The “Harmonic Bars” That Change the Composition of the Organ Tone The harmonic bars are controllers for creating the basic structure of the organ sound. By sliding nine harmonic bars in and out you can create a variety of tonalities. fig.04-08(HarmonicBar) When per[...]

34 Performing with the Keyboard The numbers (16', 5-1/3', etc.) printed on the knob of each harmonic bar indicate the pitch of that bar in “feet.” The pitch of each harmonic bar plays an important role in creating the tone. The 8' pitch is the basic pitch of the sound, and the sound is created based on this 8' pitch. The pit[...]

35 Performing with the Keyboard Performing ■ [H-Bar Manual] button When this function is used, the harmonic bar settings will change from the settings of the registration to the positions (settings) of the harmonic bars on the panel. fig.04-10b What Are “Feet?” Historically, the “feet” (“ ' “ symbol) indications of the harmonic b[...]

36 Performing with the Keyboard Organ Section fig.04-10a(OrganSection) ■ Changing the Organ Sound (Tone Wheel) Tone wheel and Leakage Noise are important elements in creating tone wheel organ sounds. Tone wheel Tone wheels are the ninety-one metal disks that produce the sound on tone wheel organs. Teeth are cut into the edge of each disk, and sou[...]

37 Performing with the Keyboard Performing Each time you press the [TONE WHEEL] button, the tone wheel will switch between the following settings. ■ Adding Modulation to the Sound (Vibrato and Chorus) The vibrato effect cyclically modulates the pitch of organ voice sounds. The chorus effect mixes the normal sound of the organ with a sound to whic[...]

38 Performing with the Keyboard ■ Adding Crispness to the Sound (Percussion) Percussion adds an attack-type sound to the beginning of the note to give the sound more crispness. When you play legato (smoothly and connectedly), percussion will be added only to the first-played note. When you play staccato (articulating each note separately), percus[...]

39 Performing with the Keyboard Performing [SOFT] (Soft Percussion) button Switches the volume of the percussion. fig.04-14(SoftPercIllustration) Button Explanation Lit (ON) The percussion sound will be softer. Dark (OFF) The percussion sound will be normal. When you turn the [SOFT] button off to strengthen the percussion sound, the organ sound spe[...]

40 Performing with the Keyboard [SLOW] (Slow Percussion) button Switches the speed at which the percussion sound will decay. fig.04-15(SlowPerc) Button Explanation Lit (ON) The percussion sound will disappear slowly. The percussion will have a more gentle attack. Dark (OFF) The percussion sound will disappear quickly. The percussion will have a sha[...]

41 Performing with the Keyboard Performing ■ Changing the Virtual Amp (Amplifier) fig.04-16(AmpKnobs) Changing the Virtual Amp Switches the frequency response and cabinet resonance of the virtual amp. 1. Press the [AMPLIFIER] button to select the type of virtual amp. The amp type will change each time you press the [AMPLIFIER] button. Adding dist[...]

42 Performing with the Keyboard ■ Adding the Rotary Speaker Effect (Rotary Sound) Rotary Sound is an effect which adds the modulation that is produced when organ voices are used with a rotary speaker. On most rotary speakers, the high-frequency speaker and low-frequency speaker rotate at different speeds. The VR-760 can simulate this type of comp[...]

43 Performing with the Keyboard Performing Basic Operation of the Piano Part fig.04-17a(PianoSection) ■ The “Tones” That Change the Piano Tone You can switch among nine tones to select the tone you want for the piano part. The nine tones can be selected from three tones and three variations. You can select the category by pressing either [A.P[...]

44 Performing with the Keyboard ■ Changing the Characteristics of the Sound “Mic/Amp” The VR-760 features mic and amp modeling for the piano part, and the most appropriate modeling is selected when a tone is selected. What’s more, you can further adjust the sound with the [TYPE] button and [DISTANCE/EQ] knob. Mic Modeling: This changes the [...]

45 Performing with the Keyboard Performing 2. Turn the [DISTANCE/EQ] knob to set the type of sound characteristics you like. Mic modeling provides an effect simulating the change in distance between the sound source and the mic. Turn the knob in the + direction to get more of an “on-mic” sound; turn the knob in the - direction to get more of an[...]

46 Performing with the Keyboard Basic Operation of the Synth Part fig.04-20a(SynthSction) ■ The “Tones” That Change the Synth Tone You can switch the synth part to select the tone you prefer from 18 different tones. You can select tones from six categories, each with three variations. You can select the category by pressing either [STRINGS], [...]

47 Performing with the Keyboard Performing ■ Making Changes to the Tones (Tone Modify) You can set the following four elements to make changes to the synth part tone. This setting is stored in the registrations. fig.04-22(4Knobs) ■ Applying Effects to the Sound (MULTI EFFECTS) The VR-760 allows you to apply “multi-effects” to sounds. Multi-[...]

48 Performing with the Keyboard ■ Adding Expression to the Sound “Active Expression” You can use the expression pedal to add expression to the synth part sound. This feature, called "Active Expression," includes control of two different functions, "FADE" and "TIMBRE." When "FADE" is selected, the volume[...]

49 Advanced Functions Using the Advanced Functions Using the D BEAM Controller to Produce Common Effects You can apply various effects to the sound only by moving your hand over the D Beam Controller on the VR-760 panel. fig.05-01(DBeamObPanel) 1. Press any of the three buttons in the D BEAM CONTROLLER section. The indicator under the D Beam contro[...]

50 Using the Advanced Functions ■ Adjusting the Sensitivity of the D Beam Controller Caution When the VR-760 automatically calibrates the sensitivity of the D Beam controller, make sure no object is placed on the D Beam, and avoid having your hands near it. Also, please be aware that the D Beam will not function in a location where there is a lar[...]

51 Using the Advanced Functions Advanced Functions Dividing the Keyboard (Split) You can divide the keyboard into two key ranges and assign a different part to the left and right hand. Dividing the keyboard in two this way is referred to as a “split,” and the point at which the keyboard is split is called the split point. The split point is inc[...]

52 Using the Advanced Functions Playing Rhythm (RHYTHM) The VR-760 includes a simple rhythm part that can be used for playing drum patterns in a variety of musical styles. The rhythm part can also be used in place of a metronome when practicing, or can be used for inspiring creativity. You can select the following sets. No. Style Beat Measure 00 Ja[...]

53 Using the Advanced Functions Advanced Functions fig.05-07(SousaPanel) 1. Press the RHYTHM [ON] button. The Rhythm begins playing. The following display is appear. fig.05-08(RythmScreen) 2. Adjust the volume of the Rhythm with the [RHYTHM VOLUME] knob. 3. Press the RHYTHM [ON] button once more; the indicator goes out, and the Rhythm stops playing[...]

54 Using the Advanced Functions Saving Settings to Registrations You can store organ, piano, and synth tones, part combinations, and other panel settings as a REGISTRATION. With your favorite settings stored in the form of registrations, you can then call up desired settings simply by pressing the appropriate REGISTRATION button. The VR-760 feature[...]

55 Using the Advanced Functions Advanced Functions 3. Press the [ENTER] button. The save begins, and a message appears in the display. In the above example, the current settings are stored in Registration 23. If you do not want to store the settings in a registration, press the [EXIT] button. The Basic screen returns to the display. When saving to [...]

56 Using the Advanced Functions Saving to the Memory Card With the VR-760, you can take all of the content in the registration and the system settings and save them as a single file to a memory card (CompactFlash). * When using memory cards, first turn the VR-760’s power off, then insert the memory card in the MEMORY CARD SLOT as shown in the fig[...]

57 Using the Advanced Functions Advanced Functions ■ Formatting the Memory Card for the VR-760 (Format) This function initializes (formats) a memory card so that VR-760 data can be saved to it. Before a new memory card or a memory card used on another device can be used on the VR-760, it must be formatted on the VR-760. 5-15(FormatCard) 1. Hold d[...]

58 Using the Advanced Functions ■ Saving Data to Memory Card (Save File) 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 following screen. fig.05-18(SaveFile) 3. Press the [ENTER] button. The file name is displayed in the sec[...]

59 Using the Advanced Functions Advanced Functions ■ Loading a File from Memory Card into the VR-760 (Load File) 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 following screen. fig.05-20(LoadFile) 3. Press the [ENTER] butto[...]

60 Using the Advanced Functions 5. Press the [ENTER] button. A screen like the one shown below appears. fig.06-11(NewName) The cursor appears at the file name to the lower left of the display. 6. Rename file. Move the cursor by using the CURSOR [ ][ ] buttons to the location where you wish to input a character. Input a character with the CURSOR [IN[...]

61 Using the Advanced Functions Advanced Functions Controlling an External Video Device (V-LINK) With the VR-760 connected to an external video device such as the Edirol DV-7PR, you can then use the VR-760 to control the images (V-LINK function). With the VR-760’s V-LINK function, you can use registrations or the keyboard to switch clips on the E[...]

62 Using the Advanced Functions ■ How to Use the V-LINK Function 1. Turn on the power to the DV-7PR, and start up Presenter. 2. Press the [V-LINK] button so its indicator lights up. The message “Video link system is ON” appears on the VR-760’s screen, indicating that the video control mode is enabled. Data for enabling communication (such a[...]

63 EDIT Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Edit mode allows you to get the most out of the VR-760’s functions by making more detailed settings. This section explains the functions that can be set in Edit mode. In this owner’s manual, the process of modifying a setting is referred to as “editing,” and the item of data that is modifie[...]

64 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) REGISTRATION ORGAN These are the settings stored to individual registrations that affect the organ part. REGISTRATION PIANO These are the settings stored to individual registrations that affect the piano part. REGISTRATION SYNTH These are the settings stored to individual registrations that affect the s[...]

65 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) EDIT Basic Procedure 1. Hold down the [EDIT] button, and press the REGISTRATION [1]–[7] button. 2. Press CURSOR [ ][ ] button to select the parameter. 3. Press the [INC] and [DEC] buttons to change the values. For faster value increases, keep [INC] button pressed down and press [DEC] button. For decre[...]

66 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Assigning Functions to Control Pedal Ctrl Pdl Assign This setting determines the function of the pedal switches or expression pedals (such as the optional EV-7) that are connected to the CONTROL PEDAL jacks on the rear panel. *1 Stopping the rotation of the tone wheels (Wheel Brake) Throughout the histo[...]

67 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) EDIT Adjusting the Sensitivity of the D Beam D Beam Sens (0–127) You can Adjust the Sensitivity of the D Beam. The value is a range of 0–127. Sensitivity increases as the value is raised. You can also have the D Beam sensitivity adjusted automatically (p. 50). The D Beam Sens value is saved within t[...]

68 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Switching the MIDI Data Transmitted MIDI Tx Mode (INTERNAL/EXTERNAL/BOTH) You can change the type of MIDI data to be transmitted, depending on whether you are recording to an external MIDI sequencer, or controlling an external MIDI device. When recording to an external MIDI sequencer, the part data requ[...]

69 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) EDIT Changing the Tone Wheel Brake Message TWBrk Ctrl Msg (1 – 8) This determines the number of the message to be used for transmitting and receiving the status of the wheel brake effect produced using the control pedal. You can set any general-purpose controller 1–8. Changing the Pedal Wah Message [...]

70 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Determining the MIDI Output Key Range in Split Play External Part Assign (UPPER/LOWER/BOTH) This sets the key range for which Note messages are output from MIDI OUT when Split Play is used. For example, this might be used when you want the Upper Part to sound the tones of a connected MIDI sound module, [...]

71 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) EDIT Organ Settings for Registrations (REGISTRATION ORGAN) Organ Volume (0–127) This changes the volume level of the organ part. This setting performs the same function as the panel [ORGAN VOLUME] knob. Organ Octave Shift (-2–+2) This changes the pitch of the organ part in octave units. Organ Fine T[...]

72 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Adjusting the Amount of Overdrive Overdrive Level (0–127) This adjusts the amount of the overdrive (distortion) effect applied. The sound becomes more distorted more as the value is increased. Settings the Spread of the Speaker Rotary Woofer Spread (0–10) Specify the spaciousness of the low-range sp[...]

73 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) EDIT Piano Settings for Registrations (REGISTRATION PIANO) Piano Volume (0–127) This changes the volume level of the piano part. This setting performs the same function as the panel [PIANO VOLUME] knob. Piano Oct Shift (-2–+2) This changes the pitch of the piano part in octave units. Piano Fine Tune[...]

74 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Wah Resonance (0–127) This sets the strength of the effect when wah is selected for MFX. The change becomes easier to detect as the value is raised. Phaser Reso (0–127) This sets the strength of the effect when phaser is selected for MFX. The change becomes easier to detect as the value is raised. P[...]

75 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) EDIT Creating Smooth Pitch Changes (Portamento) Portamento is a function that causes the pitch to change smoothly from one note to the next note played. With the MONO/POLY parameter set to MONO, portamento is especially effective when simulating playing techniques such as a violin glissandos. Portamento[...]

76 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Convenient Functions (UTILITY) ■ Checking the Installed Wave Expansion Boards (SRX Info) Check to confirm that the installed boards are being recognized correctly. 1. Hold down the [EDIT] button, and press the REGISTRATION [7] (UTILITY) button. The Edit’s “UTILITY” screen is displayed. 2. Press [...]

77 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) EDIT Bulk Dump Temp Transmit the contents of the selected Registration. 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 following screen. fig.06-04(BulkDumpTemp) Pressing the [EXIT][...]

78 Detailed Settings for Each Function (EDIT) Loading Back Data That’s Been Saved on an External Sequencer 1. Make sure that the power of the VR-760 and your sequencer is off. Turn off the power of the VR-760 and the other device before making connections. If you connect an external device when the power is turned on, damage or malfunctions may o[...]

79 Connecting MIDI Device Connecting External MIDI Devices About MIDI MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a worldwide standard for exchanging music data among electronic musical instruments and computers. MIDI does not send audio signals, but instead converts performance data and commands into digital data for transmission. The digital d[...]

80 Connecting External MIDI Devices ■ Recording the Performance Use the following procedure when recording to an external sequencer. 1. Turn on the external sequencer’s Thru function. For details, refer to the following section “About Local Control.” Refer to your sequencer owner’s manual for instructions on how to carry out this procedur[...]

81 Connecting External MIDI Devices Connecting MIDI Device Playing the VR-760’s Internal Sound Generator from an External MIDI Device ■ Making Connections fig.07-03(Connections) 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. [...]

82 Connecting External MIDI Devices Switching Tones The MIDI messages transmitted by the external MIDI device will be received by the VR-760 to select Tones as shown in the following table. The following shows a breakdown of the different Program Change numbers. Piano Section Synth Section → For details on the SRX Series, refer to the owner’s m[...]

83 Wave Expansion Boards Installing the Wave Expansion Board Up to two optional Wave Expansion Boards (SRX Series) can be installed in the VR-760. Wave Expansion Boards store Wave data, Patches, and Rhythm Sets, and by equipping the VR-760 with these boards, you can greatly expand your sound palette. Cautions When Installing an Wave Expansion Board[...]

84 Installing the Wave Expansion Board 3. Insert the Wave Expansion Board connector into a connector for an SRX Series slot (SRX A or SRX B), while simultaneously inserting the board holders into the holes in the Wave Expansion Board. fig.08-04 If the same type of Wave Expansion Board is installed in the SRX A slot and the SRX B slot, it will only [...]

85 Installing the Wave Expansion Board Wave Expansion Boards Installation de la carte d’extension Wave (French language for Canadian Safety Standard) Vous pouvez installer jusqu’à 2 cartes d’extension optionnelles dans le VR-760. Ces cartes d’extension mémorisant des données Wave, des morceaux et des ensembles rythmiques, elles vous perm[...]

86 Installing the Wave Expansion Board 3. Insérer le connecteur de la carte dans un des créneaux pour la série SRX (SRX A, SRX B) tout en enfonçant les supports à carte dans les trous de celle-ci. fig.08-04 Si la même sorte de carte d’extension Wave est installée dans les créneaux SRX A et SRX B, il ne sera possible de sélectionner que l[...]

87 Appendices Troubleshooting If the VR-760 does not function in the way you expect, first check the following points. If this does not resolve the problem, consult your dealer or a nearby Roland Service Station. * If certain messages appear in the display during operation, please refer to “Messages and Error Messages” (p. 90). Problem Check So[...]

88 Troubleshooting Clicking is audible when the keys are pressed/released With tone wheel organs, noises called “clicks” are generated when the keys are pressed and released. Although originally seen as a drawback, sounds with this noise mixed in have come to be used in a variety of different kinds of music, and now it is recognized as a charac[...]

89 Troubleshooting Appendices Hold pedal and control pedal functions are reversed The control pedal polarity is reversed. With certain pedals, the action performed when you press or release the pedal may be reversed. In such instances, switch the Damper Polarity or CtlPdl Polarity to correct the polarity. p. 65 D Beam sensitivity poor/malfunctionin[...]

90 Messages and Error Messages This section lists the messages (error messages) that the VR-760 produces and explains the meaning of each message, giving you to appropriate action to take. Message Meaning Action BULK: Check Sum Error The checksum value of a system exclusive message was incorrect. Correct the checksum value. Sending... Transmission [...]

91 Appendices Effects/Parameter List The multi-effects feature 40 different kinds of effects. Some of the effects consist of two different effects connected in series or in parallel. Parameters marked with a sharp “#” can be controlled using the MFX [CONTROL] knob on the Synth section (Two setting items will change simultaneously for “#1” a[...]

92 Effects/Parameter List 6: ENHANCER Controls the overtone structure of the high frequencies, adding sparkle and tightness to the sound. 7: AUTO WAH Cyclically controls a filter to create cyclic change in timbre. 8: ROTARY The Rotary effect simulates the sound of the rotary speakers often used with the electric organs of the past. Since the moveme[...]

93 Effects/Parameter List Appendices 13: SPACE-D This is a multiple chorus that applies two-phase modulation in stereo. It gives no impression of modulation, but produces a transparent chorus effect. 14: STEREO CHORUS This is a stereo chorus. A filter is provided so that you can adjust the timbre of the chorus sound. 15: ST.FLANGER (Stereo Flanger)[...]

94 Effects/Parameter List 18: MOD DELAY (Modulation Delay) Adds modulation to the delayed sound, producing an effect similar to a flanger. When Mode is NORMAL: fig.02-018am When Mode is CROSS: fig.02-018bm 19: TRI TAP DLY (Triple Tap Delay) Produces three delay sounds; center, left and right. fig.02-019m 20: QUAD TAP DLY (Quadruple Tap Delay) This [...]

95 Effects/Parameter List Appendices 21: TIME CTRL DLY (Time Control Delay) This effect allows you to use the MFX [CONTROL] knob on the Synth section to control the delay time and pitch in realtime. Lengthening the delay will lower the pitch, and shortening it will raise the pitch. 22: 2V PCH SHIFT (2-voice Pitch Shifter) Shifts the pitch of the or[...]

96 Effects/Parameter List 25: GATED REVERB This is a special type of reverb in which the reverberant sound is cut off before its natural length. 26: OD -> CHORUS (Overdrive -> Chorus) fig.02-026m 27: OD -> FLANGER (Overdrive -> Flanger) fig.02-027m 28: OD -> DELAY (Overdrive -> Delay) fig.02-028m 29: DIST -> CHORUS (Distortion [...]

97 Effects/Parameter List Appendices 30: DIST -> FLANGER (Distortion -> Flanger) The parameters are essentially the same as in “27: OD -> FLANGER,” with the exception of the following two. OD Drive -> Dst Drive, OD Pan -> Dist Pan 31: DIST -> DELAY (Distortion -> Delay) The parameters are essentially the same as in “28: O[...]

98 Effects/Parameter List 36: FLANGER -> DELAY fig.02-036m 37: CHORUS -> FLANGR (Chorus -> Flanger) fig.02-037m 38: CHORUS/DELAY The parameters are the same as for “35: CHORUS -> DELAY.” However, the Delay Balance parameter adjusts the volume balance between the direct sound and the delay sound. fig.02-038m 39: FLANGER/DELAY The par[...]

99 Appendices 28 29 31 33 35 30 32 34 39 40 41 43 45 47 42 44 46 36 38 37 51 52 53 48 50 49 C2 C3 Note No. 27 Tone List Piano Tone [Acoustic Piano] No. PatchName 1 ConcertGrand 2 Classical Pf 3 European Pf [Electric Piano] No. PatchName 1 Rhodes Mark 1 2 Rhodes Mark 2 3 Dyno Rhodes [Other Piano] No. PatchName 1 Wurly Piano 2 Clav 3 Harpsichord Synt[...]

100 Settings You Can Alter and Store Settings Stored to the System • Master Tune • Key Transpose • Key Touch • Damper Polarity • Organ Damper SW • Synth Damper SW • Piano Expression SW • Control Pedal Polarity • Control Pedal Assign • Quick Firing • V-Link KBD • Clock Source •D Beam Sensitivity (This cannot be stored to me[...]

101 Appendices Shortcut List [EDIT] + Bender Bender Assign screen [EDIT] + Aftertouch Aftertouch Assign screen [EDIT] + Damper Organ Damper SW screen [EDIT] + Expression Piano Exp SW screen [EDIT] + CTRL Pedal Control Pedal Assign screen [EDIT] + [SPLIT] Split screen (Same as pressing only the [SPLIT] button.) [EDIT] + [V-LINK] V-Link KBD screen [E[...]

102 MIDI Implementation Model: VR-760 (Performance Keyboard) Date: Nov. 1, 2002 Version: 1.00 1. Receive data ■ Channel Voice Messages ● Note off Status 2nd byte 3rd byte 8nH kkH vvH 9nH kkH 00H n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) kk = note number: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) vv = note off velocity: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) * Some instruments are n[...]

103 MIDI Implementation Appendices ❍ Soft (Controller number 67) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte BnH 43H vvH n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) 0 - 63 = OFF, 64 - 127 = ON * Only received by the Piano Part. ❍ Resonance (Controller number 71) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte BnH 47H vvH n = MIDI channel number:[...]

104 MIDI Implementation ❍ RPN MSB/LSB (Controller number 100, 101) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte BnH 65H mmH BnH 64H llH n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) mm = upper byte (MSB) of parameter number specified by RPN ll = lower byte (LSB) of parameter number specified by RPN <<< RPN >>> Control Changes include RPN (Registered[...]

105 MIDI Implementation Appendices ■ System Realtime Message ● Timing Clock Status F8H * This message will be received if the Clock Source parameter (Edit:System Basic:Clock Source) is MIDI. ● Active Sensing Status FEH *W hen Active Sensing is received, the unit will begin monitoring the intervals of all further messages. While monitoring, if[...]

106 MIDI Implementation ❍ Data set 1 DT1 This is the message that actually performs data transmission, and is used when you wish to transmit the data. Status Data byte Status F0H 41H, dev, 00H, 5FH, 12H, aaH, bbH, F7H ccH, ddH, eeH, ... ffH, sum Byte Explanation F0H Exclusive status 41H ID number (Roland) dev Device ID (dev: 00H - 1FH, 7FH, Initi[...]

107 MIDI Implementation Appendices ❍ General Purpose Controller 3 (Controller number 18) Status 2nd byte 3rd byte BnH 12H vvH n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16) vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) * Depending on the Control Message settings (Edit: System MIDI: Control Message). ❍ General Purpose Controller 4 (Controller number 19)[...]

108 MIDI Implementation ● Active Sensing Status FEH * This message is transmitted at intervals of approximately 250 msec. ■ System Exclusive Messages Universal Non-realtime System Exclusive Message” and Data Set 1 (DT1) are the only System Exclusive messages transmitted by the VR-760. ● Universal Non-realtime System Exclusive Message ❍ Id[...]

109 MIDI Implementation Appendices 3. Parameter Address Map * Transmission of “#” marked address is divided to some packets. For example, ABH in hexadecimal notation will be divided to 0AH and 0BH, and is sent/received in this order. VR-760 (Model ID = 00H 5FH) +———————————————————————————?[...]

110 MIDI Implementation | 00 00 00 30 | Total Size | +——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+ ❍ Registration Piano +————————————[...]

111 MIDI Implementation Appendices ■ Decimal and Hexadecimal Table (An “H” is appended to the end of numbers in hexadecimal notation.) In MIDI documentation, data values and addresses/sizes of Exclusive messages, etc. are expressed as hexadecimal values for each 7 bits. The following table shows how these correspond to decimal numbers. +—?[...]

112 MIDI Implementation ■ Example of an Exclusive Message and Calculating a Checksum Roland Exclusive messages (RQ1, DT1) are transmitted with a checksum at the end (before F7) to make sure that the message was correctly received. The value of the checksum is determined by the address and data (or size) of the transmitted Exclusive message. ● H[...]

113 MIDI Implementation Appendices Function... Basic Channel Mode Note Number : Velocity After Touch Pitch Bend Control Change Program Change System Exclusive System Common System Real Time Aux Messages Notes Transmitted Recognized Remarks Default Changed Default Messages Altered True Voice Note On Note Off Key's Channel's 0, 32 1 5 6, 38[...]

114 Specifications VR-760: Performance Keyboard * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. Keyboard Waterfall 76 keys (with velocity and aftertouch) Sound Generator Organ Virtual ToneWheel Piano, Synth, Rhythm PCM Part Organ, Piano, Synth, Rhythm Maximum Po[...]

115 Index A A.PIANO button ........................................................... 43 AC Inlet ........................................................................... 15 ACTIVE EXPRESSION ........................................... 14, 48 Aftertouch ...................................................................... 32 AftTouch Sens ....[...]

116 Master Tune ............................................................. 22, 65 MASTER VOLUME knob ...................................... 12, 20 Memory Card ............................................................. 6, 56 Format ....................................................................... 57 Load File ............................[...]

117 ROTARY SLW/FST ................................................ 66, 70 Rotary Sound ................................................................. 42 ROTARY SPEED (Ctrl Pdl Assign) ............................. 66 ROTARY SPEED button ............................................... 12 Rotary Tweeter Fall Time .................................[...]

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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Performance Keyboard VR-760. 201b 202 Copyright © 2003 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY [...]