Roland HP 237R Connecting to Midi Devices, Making the Connections, About the Midi Connectors

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Connecting to MIDI Devices

Read this chapter if you wish to connect the HP 237R to an external MIDI device.

If the HP 237R is connected to a MIDI sequencer, such as one from the MT series, a performance recorded on the HP 237R can be transmitted to the MIDI sequencer. It is also possible to record the performance directly on the MIDI sequencer. The recorded performance can be saved on the MIDI sequencer.

When the HP 237R is connected to an MT series sequencer, the rich variety of sounds built into the MT series sequencer can be played from the keyboard of the HP 237R.

About MIDI

MIDI, short for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface,” was developed as a standard for the exchange of performance data between electronic instruments and computers.

The HP 237R is equipped with MIDI connectors to allow such exchange of performance data with external equipment and devices. Connecting the keyboard to other devices with these jacks provides you with an even greater variety of ways to use your keyboard.

Making the Connections

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.Turn the volume down completely on all equipment.

2.Turn off the HP 237R and any other devices to be connected.

3.Use the optional MIDI cable to connect the MIDI connector on the external MIDI device

to the MIDI connector on the HP 237R.

Take a look at the connection examples.

4.Turn on the power to all equipment.

5.Adjust the volume.

6.You should also make the following

settings as needed.

For details on making MIDI-related settings for the

HP 237R, refer to p. 32 through p. 35.

About the MIDI Connectors

fig.8-01.e

MIDI

OutIn

MIDI connectors on the rear panel

MIDI In Connector

Use a MIDI cable (sold separately) to connect from here to the MIDI Out connector on the external MIDI device.

MIDI messages sent from connected external equipment will be received here. As a result, the HP 237R will produce sound, change tones, or perform other operations.

MIDI Out Connector

Use a MIDI cable (sold separately) to connect from here to the MIDI In connector on the external MIDI device. Performance data detailing what has been played on the keyboard, and other data, such as that generated when a pedal is depressed, is sent out from here to external MIDI devices.

Connection Examples: Connecting to a sequencer (The Roland MT Series)

fig.8-02.e

MT Series

Out MIDI In

HP 237R

MIDIPedal

OutIn

* The MT-80s has no MIDI Out connector.

Connection Examples: Connecting to a MIDI sound module

fig.8-03.e

Sound Module

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

HP 237R

MIDIPedal

OutIn

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Contents Try Recording Your Performance Connecting to Midi DevicesListening to the Demo Songs Playing the KeyboardPage Important Safety Instructions Page Page Additional Precautions Power SupplyPlacement MaintenanceCaptures the brilliant resonance Main Features of the HP 237RReproduces the extended high-frequency response Button Descriptions Metronome On/Off Button Metronome Tempo SliderMetronome Beat Slider Metronome Sound ButtonAbout the Pedals Connecting the Power CordGetting Started Opening and Closing the LidTurning on the power Turning the Power On and OffAdjusting the Volume Setting the Music StandPrecautions to take when using headphones Connecting HeadphonesPlaying/Stopping the Demo Songs Listening to the Demo SongsListening to the Demo Songs Selecting a Song for PlaybackJohn Maul Profiles of ComposersNaoki Nishi Playing with Various Sounds Press any Tone button and confirm that its indicator is litTo cancel the Dual Play, press any Tone button Playing the Keyboard20-1 Changing the Split PointAdding Reverberation to the Sound-Reverb Effect Press the Reverb button to turn on the indicatorAdding Breadth to the Sound-Chorus Effect Press the Chorus button to turn on the indicatorOn / OffOn / Off Sounding the MetronomePress and hold the Metronome On/Off button Metronome tempo is adjusted by the Metronome Tempo sliderTry Recording Your Performance Press the Metronome On/Off button to turn on the indicatorRecording Recording will begin when you play a note on the keyboard Press the Rec button to turn on the indicatorWhile pressing the Play button, also press the Rec button Press the Play button to make the indicator lightListening to the Recorded Performance Deleting Recorded SongsChanging Keyboard Touch Sensitivity Convenient FunctionsTransposing without Changing Your Fingering Key Transpose Setting the Reference Pitch to 442.0 Hz Adjusting the Pitch of the Sound-Master TuningSounding a reference tone while you adjust the pitch Checking the depth of the Reverb Effect Changing the Volume Balance in Dual PlayChanging the Depth of the Reverb Changing the Depth of the ChorusPress and hold the Reverb and Chorus Buttons Playing Songs Using Tunings from Classical MusicChanging the Damper Pedal’s Resonance Checking the Resonance levelKey Temperament Description Changing Tuning CurvesDisabling Buttons-Panel Lock Before switching the power on, turn Volume all the way downAdjust the volume Panel Lock with the metronome enabledMidi Out Connector Connecting to Midi DevicesAbout the Midi Connectors Midi In ConnectorThis sets it to Local On Switching Local On/OffThis sets it to Local Off Set the Midi Channel Switching Omni On/OffReceiving on all Midi channels- Omni On/Off Program Number Tone Transmitting/Receiving Sound Selection Data Program ChangeTransmitting Performance Data from Midi Out Turning Transmission Reception of Control Changes On/OffConnectors Connecting to Audio EquipmentMaking the Connections When the HP 237R is connected to an external device TroubleshootingFunctions for Midi Functions Assigned to the KeyboardConvenient Functions Functions for TemperamentMidi Implementation Chart HP237R Roland Digital Piano Specifications13-15 IndexInformation Avis 02452845 ’01-8-H2-31N
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