Roland KC-880 owner manual Main Features

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OWNER’S MANUAL

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Stereo Keyboard Amplifier KC-880.

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

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (p. 3)

USING THE UNIT SAFELY (p. 45)

IMPORTANT NOTES (p. 6)

Main Features

A monitor-speaker amplifier for keyboards featuring high-power, completely stereo specifications

This amp can deliver 320 watts of output (160 W + 160 W), and is equipped with two 12- inch (30-cm) speakers and two tweeters.

Features a total of five channels of stereo input

In addition to four-channel input, the amp is equipped with an AUX input jack, enabling you to connect such devices as a rhythm machine, a CD or MP3 player, or an external mixer. The unit is provided with an exclusive volume control for AUX input that lets you fine-tune the volume level (p. 11).

Easy-to-use stereo effect unit

An effect unit that takes advantage of the stereo specifications to make sounds seem broader and thicker is built in.

You can easily enjoy chorus, tremolo, and rotary effects familiar to keyboard players. A built-in reverb also expands the range of possible applications using a microphone. Control using a footswitch pedal is also possible.

Monitor feature

A convenient monitor-input feature for using guide clicks (such as synchronizing signals for a sequencer or a rhythm machine) is built in.

Built-in Stereo Link feature

A Stereo Link feature for applications that need even higher power is built in (p. 14).

A full range of output jacks for stereo headphones, line out, and more

The amp is equipped with outputs for headphones, line out, and more, providing high expandability that can accommodate a variety of applications.

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Contents Main Features Avis Important Safety Instructions Using the Unit Safely Using the Unit Safely Important Notes Turning the Power On and Off Important Notes When Moving the UnitAttaching and Removing the Casters Place the KC-880 on the floor on its side asGetting Ready Quick GuideTry Playing Sound from the Built-in Speakers Try Applying Built-in EffectsFoot switches Audio Player Mic HeadphonesConnect your KC-880 Digital pianoCH1-CH4 Names of Things and What They DoEqualizer EFXPhones VolumeAUX IN/MONITOR Foot SW Phones AUX IN/MONITORStereo Link Line OUTExamples of Connections Stereo LinkConnection Example 1-Use as a Monitor Connection ExampleConnection Example 2-Use as a Main Speaker Connection Example 3-Use as a Simple PA SystemTroubleshooting Block DiagramProblem Cause KC-880 Stereo Keyboard Amplifier Main SpecificationsFor EU Countries CENTRAL/LATIN America Information