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Roland MP-500 - page 1
USING THE UNIT SAFELY ............................................................... 4 IMPORTANT NOTES ...................................................................... 6 Main Features of the MP-500 ....................................................... 7 Button Descriptions ................................................................... ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 2
MP-500.e.book 2 ページ ２００３年６月１１日 水曜日 午前９時４６分 ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 3
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 aler ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 4
4 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. .......................................................................................................... 002a • Do not open or perform any internal modifica- tions on the unit. ............................................. ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 5
5 013 • In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit. .......................................................................................................... 014 • Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!) ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 6
6 IMPORTANT NOTES 291b In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 3, 4 and 5, 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 ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 7
7 Main Features of the MP-500 Authentic piano performances High-quality concert grand piano tones, combined with the Progressive Hammer Action keyboard, which provides more realistic piano touch, with a heavier feel in the low end and a lighter feel in the upper notes, let you enjoy truly authentic piano performances. • Captures the brilliant res ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 8
8 Button Descriptions Button, switch and knob names are enclosed in square brackets ( [ ] ). fig.2-01 1 [Power] Switch Pressed to switch the power on and off (p. 11). 2 [Volume] Slider Adjusts the overall volume (p. 11). 3 [Reverb] Button Used to add reverberation to the sound (p. 18). 4 [Chorus] Button Adds the Chorus Effect to the sound (p. 19). ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 9
9 Button Descriptions f 6 Metronome [Tempo] Slider This adjusts the tempo of the metronome (p. 21). 7 Metronome [Beat] Slider Used to select the time of the metronome (p. 21). 8 Metronome [Sound] Button This is used to change the metronome sound (p. 21). This button is also used in setting the Split function (p. 17). 9 Metronome [On/Off] Button Act ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 10
10 Getting Started Connecting the Power Cord 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 power cable to the AC Inlet on the rear panel of the MP-500. 2. Connect the power cable to an AC outlet. fig.3- ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 11
11 Getting Started Turning the Power On and Off NOTE Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. ■ Turning on the power 1. Before you switch on the power, turn the volume a ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 12
12 Getting Started Connecting Headphones The MP-500 features two headphone jacks. This allows two people to listen through headphones simultaneously, making it very useful for lessons and when performing piano pieces for four hands. Additionally, this allows you to play without having to worry about bothering others around you, even at night. fig.3 ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 13
13 Listening to the Demo Songs The MP-500 features thirty two internal piano songs. Playing/Stopping the Demo Songs fig.4-01 1. Press the [Demo Song/Key Touch] button, and confirm that the indicator has lit. The [Play] button’s indicator starts blinking. fig.4-02.e 2. Press the [Play] button, and the indicator will change from blinking to lit. fi ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 14
14 Listening to the Demo Songs It is not possible to change the tempo of a demo song. If you press the [Demo Song/Key Touch] button while the metronome is sounding (p. 20), the metronome will stop sounding. It is not possible to sound the metronome while a demo song is playing. Selecting a Song for Playback Here’s how you can select and play a de ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 15
15 Listening to the Demo Songs ■ List of Demo Songs * All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material for purposes other than private, personal enjoyment is a violation of applicable laws. * No data for the music that is played will be output from MIDI OUT. Profiles of Composers No. Title Composer Copyright 1-1 Intro J. Maul © 1991, 1999 ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 16
16 Playing the Keyboard Playing with Various Sounds The MP-500 allows you to play using eight different sounds including piano. The MP-500’s sounds are called “Tones.” Use the eight Tone buttons to select tones. When the MP-500 is turned on, the tone is reset to “Piano 1.” fig.5-01 Press any Tone button and confirm that its indicator is l ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 17
17 Playing the Keyboard Using Two Different Sounds for Right And Left Hands—Split Function The piano allows you to divide the keyboard into two sections, upper and lower, and to play two different Tones. Dividing the keyboard is called “Split” and the key where the keyboard is split is called the “Split Point.” The Split Point is at “F ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 18
18 Playing the Keyboard Adding Reverberation to the Sound—Reverb Effect The MP-500 allows you to add reverberation to what you play on the keyboard. With the Reverb Effect, you can get a pleasant reverberation, making it sound as if you were performing in a concert hall or similar space. The settings of the Reverb Effect cannot be memorized indep ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 19
19 Playing the Keyboard Adding Breadth to the Sound—Chorus Effect The MP-500 allows you to add chorus to what you play on the keyboard. By adding the Chorus Effect, you can give the sound greater dimension, with more fatness and breadth. The settings of the Chorus Effect are memorized independently for each sound. When the power is turned on, the ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 20
20 Playing the Keyboard Sounding the Metronome You can start or stop the metronome with a single button. In addition to adjusting the tempo and time, you can also change the sound and volume of the metronome. fig.5-09 1. Press the Metronome [On/Off] button, and the metronome will begin sounding. fig.5-10.e The Metronome [On/Off] button indicator wi ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 21
21 Playing the Keyboard ■ Checking the Metronome Volume Press and hold the Metronome [On/Off] button. The Tone button indicators will blink to indicate the current volume. ■ Changing the Metronome Tempo The metronome tempo is adjusted by the Metronome [Tempo] slider. You can select a tempo in the range of 40–208. fig.5-13 ■ Changing the Tim ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 22
22 Try Recording Your Performance You can record what you play on your piano. Only one song can be recorded on the MP-500. If a previously recorded performance exists, it will be erased the moment you begin recording another performance. The performance data that you recorded will disappear when the power of the MP- 500 is turned off. After approxi ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 23
23 Try Recording Your Performance 5. Press the [Rec] button to turn on the indicator. The keyboard is put in record standby mode. The [Play] button’s indicator flashes. fig.6-05.e If you want to cancel the recording, then press the [Rec] button once more to make the indicator dark. If you wish to stop the metronome, press the Metronome [On/Off] b ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 24
24 Try Recording Your Performance Listening to the Recorded Performance Listen to the performance you recorded. 1. Press the [Play] button to make the indicator light. The performance you recorded will play back. When the recorded performance ends, the [Play] button indicator will go dark, and playback will stop. fig.6-08.e 2. If you wish to stop p ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 25
25 Convenient Functions Changing Keyboard Touch Sensitivity You can select from three touch sensitivity levels. When the power is turned on, the response is set to “Medium.” While holding down the [Demo Song/Key Touch] button, press the corresponding note (A3–B3). fig.7-00.e Keys Types Descriptions A3 Light With this setting, fortissimo can b ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 26
26 Convenient Functions Adjusting the Pitch of the Sound—Master Tuning In situations such as when playing in ensemble with other instruments, you can adjust the MP-500’s reference pitch to that of another instrument. Middle A is generally used as the standard reference pitch for tuning instruments. When playing in ensemble with other instrument ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 27
27 Convenient Functions Changing the Volume Balance in Dual Play You can change the volume balance between the two layered sounds in Dual Play (p. 16). When the Keyboard is turned on, the response is set to “Standard.” This setting remains in effect until the keyboard’s power is turned off. While holding down the [Demo Song/Key Touch] button, ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 28
28 Convenient Functions Changing the Damper Pedal’s Resonance On acoustic pianos, when the damper pedal is depressed, additional strings are released to resonate with the sound of the keys that have been played, adding richness and breadth to the sound. The damper pedal on the MP-500 recreates this resonance when depressed. This resonance is call ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 29
29 Convenient Functions When you want to perform using a tuning other than equal temperament, you’ll need to specify the keynote (tonic for major, sixth for minor) appropriate for the key of the song you want to play. Key Temperament Description C4 Equal With this tuning, the octave is divided into twelve equal intervals. Regardless of the interv ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 30
30 Convenient Functions Disabling Buttons—Panel Lock By using the Panel Lock function, you can disable the buttons with the exception of certain operations. This is a convenient way to prevent buttons from being pressed inadvertently, changing the settings. When the panel is locked, the following operations can be performed. - Play using the pian ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 31
31 Connecting to MIDI Devices Read this chapter if you wish to connect the MP-500 to an external MIDI device. If the MP-500 is connected to a MIDI sequencer, such as one from the MT series, a performance recorded on the MP-500 can be transmitted to the MIDI sequencer. It is also possible to record the performance directly on the MIDI sequencer. The ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 32
32 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 MP-500 to an external MIDI device. ■ Disconnecting the MP-500’s keyboard and internal sound generator—Local On/Off When the MP-500 is connec ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 33
33 Connecting to MIDI Devices ■ Receiving on all MIDI channels— Omni On/Off When set to Omni On, the MP-500 will sound as a result of received MIDI messages, no matter which channel the messages arrive on. When set to Omni Off, the MP-500 will recognize only the messages that arrive on the MIDI channel that has been selected, as explained under ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 34
34 Connecting to MIDI Devices Transmitting/Receiving Sound Selection Data— Program Change Program Changes are messages that tell an instrument to “switch to sound number x.” When the other device receives this message, it will switch to whichever of its sounds corresponds to the number contained in the message. When you press the MP-500’s T ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 35
35 Connecting to MIDI Devices Turning Transmission and Reception of Control Changes On/Off Messages known as “Control Changes” are used to convey to another device information about the instances where you have pressed a pedal, or have turned On/Off the Chorus or Reverb effects. Each time the power is turned on, the instrument will always be se ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 36
36 Connecting to Audio Equipment When you connect the MP-500 to audio equipment, you can play the sounds from the MP-500 through the speakers on the audio equipment or record your performances on a tape recorder or other recording device. ■ Connectors fig.09-10 Output Jacks You can connect audio equipment using audio cables (sold separately) and ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 37
37 Troubleshooting If you are encountering problems with the unit, please read the section below before assuming that there is a malfunction. The piano cannot be switched on ❍ Is the power cord properly connected? (p. 10) No sound is produced ❍ Is the [Volume] knob set to the minimum position? (p. 11) ❍ Are headphones connected? (p. 12) ❍ I ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 38
38 Functions Assigned to the Keyboard Convenient Functions Functions for Temperament fig.11-00.e Functions for MIDI fig.11-00.e Power V olume Max Min Reverb Chorus Strings Piano 1 Piano 2 chord Harpsi- phone Organ Vibra- Pipe Piano 1 Electric Piano 2 Electric 120 168 T empo Beat 208 40 60 80 96 3 6 02 4 Play Rec Demo Song Sound On /Off Metronome T ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 39
39 *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 authorized Roland distributor ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 40
40 Specifications MP-500: Roland Digital Piano < Keyboard> ● Keyboard 88 keys (Progressive Hammer Action Mechanism) ● Touch Sensitivity 3 levels ● Keyboard Mode Whole Dual Split < Sound Generator> ● Maximum Polyphony 64 voices ● Tones 9 (Piano 1, Piano 2, Electric Piano 1, Electric Piano 2, Harpsichord, Vibraphone, Pipe Organ, ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 41
41 Index A Audio Equipment............................................................ 36 B Beat .................................................................................... 21 C Chorus......................................................................... 19, 27 Control Change ............................................................. ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 42
Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. As of April 1, 2003 (Roland) ARGENTINA Instrumentos Musicales S.A. Av.Santa Fe 2055 (1123) Buenos Aires ARGENTINA TEL: (011) 4508-2700 BRAZIL Roland Brasil Ltda Rua San Jose, 780 Sala B Parque Industrial ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 43
This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/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 brouill ...
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Roland MP-500 - page 44
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