Roland FP-2 Connecting Midi Devices, Connectors, Making the Connections, How to Enjoy Midi

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Chapter 4 Other Functions

Connecting MIDI Devices

About MIDI

MIDI stands for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface,” and is a worldwide standard for the exchange of performance data (MIDI messages) and other information among electronic instruments and computers.

The FP-2 features a MIDI connector and a computer connector to allow performance information to be exchanged with external devices. Connecting the keyboard to other devices with these connectors provides you with an even greater variety of ways to use your keyboard.

*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.

*MIDI cables are not included. Consult your Roland dealer if you need to purchase.

Connectors

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MIDI Out Connector

Sends data about what is being played on the keyboard and other performance data.

Connect to the MIDI In connector on the external MIDI device.

MIDI In connector

Receives messages sent from external MIDI devices.

Connect to the MIDI Out connector on the external MIDI device.

Making the 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.Turn the volume all the way down on the FP-2 and the device you’re about to connect.

2.Turn off the power to the FP-2 and the device being connected.

3.Connect a MIDI cable (sold separately) between the MIDI connectors on each device.

4.Switch on the power to the FP-2 and the connected device.

5.Adjust the volume level on the FP-2 and the connected device.

6.You should also set the MIDI settings as needed.

Make the settings for the MIDI send and receive channels (p. 47) and for Local On/Off (p. 47).

How to Enjoy MIDI

Recording Data of Performances Played on the FP-2 to a

Sequencer* and Automatically Playing Recorded

Performance Data on the FP-2

Connection example:

Connecting to a sequencer (the Roland MT series, etc.)

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Sequencer

Use a sequencer whici has

MIDI out connector.

Out MIDI In

FP-2

When connecting a sequencer, we recommend using it with the settings described below.

Local Control off (p. 47)

MIDI Out Mode 4 (p. 48)

When the instrument is turned on, MIDI Out Mode is set to “1.”

Performing on the FP-2 Using Sounds from Another

Sound Module*

Connection Example: Connecting to a MIDI Sound Module

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MIDI Sound Module

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

FP-2

When connecting to a MIDI sound module, we recommend using the system with MIDI Out Mode set to “2” (p. 48). When the instrument is turned on, MIDI Out Mode is set to “1.”

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Contents Main Features Stylish, Light, Compact DesignDo not open or modify in any way the unit or its AC adaptor Protect the unit from strong impact. Do not drop it Maintenance Power SupplyPlacement Additional PrecautionsContents Panel Descriptions Front PanelRear Panel Panel DescriptionsMaking Connections Connect the supplied Power Cord to the supplied AC adaptorBefore You Play Before you begin making connections, confirm the followingUsing the stand Installing the Music StandConnecting Pedals Connecting Headphones Turning the Power On and OffAdjusting the Sound’s Volume and Brilliance Turning On the PowerHold down the Reverb button and press the Effects button Playing the KeyboardListening to Demo Songs Voice/GM2 SctPlaying Back All Songs Continuously All Song Play Listening to Internal SongsPlaying the Keyboard Page Press one of the Tone buttons to choose a Tone Group Performing with a Variety of SoundsPress the or + button to select a Tone from the Tone Group Hold down the Piano button and press the Strings/Pad Button Performing With Two Layered Tones Dual PlayChanging the Tone variations To exit Dual Play, press either Tone buttonPress the Piano button Press the Split button, getting its indicator to lightTo exit Split Play, press the Split button once more Changing Tone Group and Tone Variation Changing the Lower ToneUse the Balance knob to adjust the volume balance Changing the Volume Balance for Dual Play and Split PlayChanging the Keyboard’s Split Point Press the or + buttons to select the touch Changing the Keyboard’s TouchHold down the Effects button and press the Transpose Button Press the Effects button or the Transpose buttonChanging the Velocity When the Key Touch Is Set to Fixed Changing the Depth of Reverb Effect Press the Reverb button, getting its indicator to lightAdding Reverberation to Sounds The Reverb Effect Hold down the Reverb button and press the or + ButtonChanging the Depth of Effect Press the Effects button, getting its indicator to lightAdding a Variety Effects to the Sound Hold down the Effects button and press the or + buttonPress the Organ button and select the organ tone Transposing the Key of the Keyboard Key Transpose Press the corresponding keyChanging the Volume Using the MetronomeChanging the Tempo 21,3 Boosting the Low-Frequency Range Sound ControlChanging the Tonal Quality Equalizer Press the Equalizer buttonWhat is Session Partner? Playing Along with RhythmsPress the Start/Stop button Performing Along With Session PartnerPlaying Along with Rhythms While holding down the Part button, press the or + buttonPress the Part button Selecting a RhythmSelecting Parts Press the or + button to select the RhythmChanging a Rhythm’s Tempo Press the or + buttons to adjust the tempoSelecting a Rhythm’s Chord Progression To stop the Rhythm, press the Start/Stop button To exit, press the Chord Progression buttonRecording the Chord Progression Chord Progression Hold down the Chord Progression button and press Rec buttonStoring Settings Setup Selecting Stored SettingsRecording a Performance Recording a PerformancePress the Rec button Recording a Performance Recording a Performance Using Session PartnerPress the Play/Stop button to stop recording Recording Selected Track buttons Recording along with internal songsErasing Recorded Performances Hold down the Display button and press the Rec buttonHow to Make Settings Other FunctionsHow the Soft PedalFC2 effects are applied Changing How the Pedal Effects Are AppliedChanging How the Pedals Work How the Sostenuto PedalFC1 effects are appliedWorks of the Soft PedalFC2 Switch to Function mode p , and press the Effects buttonChanging the Effect Type Works of the Sostenuto PedalFC1Switch to Function mode p , and press Piano button Setting the Part to Which Effects Are AddedTuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches Master Tuning Changing the Pitch Lower Tone in Octave Steps Octave ShiftChanging the Beat Metronome Adjusting the Tuning TemperamentSwitch to Function mode p , and press Transpose button Press the or + button to change the temperamentSetting the Chord Display On or Off Setting the Intro and Ending On or OffSetting the Root Note of the Chord Progression Fixing a Set Chord ProgressionConnection Examples Changing the Equalizer SettingsConnecting to Audio Equipment GainConnecting to the USB Connector About the FP-2 Sound GeneratorHow to Enjoy Midi Connecting Midi DevicesConnectors Making the ConnectionsSwitching Local Control On and Off Midi SettingsMidi Send Channel Settings Press the or + button to select the transmission channelPress the or + button to switch Local Control on and off Setting the Midi Out ModeUsing the Pedal to Switch Setup Pedal shift Press the or + button to select the Midi Out ModePress the or + button to select pedal setting Using the V-LINK functionHow to Use the V-LINK Stop the external sequencerAdjust the volume Making the Settings for the USB DriverTurn on the power once again Disabling Everything Except Piano Play Panel LockTroubleshooting Case Cause/What to doTroubleshooting SticksError Messages/Other Messages Display MeaningTone List OrganTone List Rhythm Set List Pop Drum Set Jazz Drum Set Vox Drum Set House Drum SetGM2 Room Set GM2 Power Set GM2 Electric Set GM2 Jazz Set GM2 Brush Set Rhythm List Genre Chord Beat Progression Pattern NoChord Progression Pattern List Chord ProgressionChord Progression Pattern List Chord Fingering List DM7Chord Fingering List GM7 AM7 Internal Song List → Listening to Demo Songs pInternal Song List Stored Settings Settings Stored in the SetupNot Stored Settings Easy Operation List You want to ButtonsEasy Operation List Function Mode 3, 4M=1Active Sense Reset ModeMain Specifications Index Index Session Partner 27-28Information Africa03458634 ’04-12-4N For Canada