Roland Explore V-LINK Capabilities with RD-300SX for Enhanced Performances

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About V-LINK

V-LINK ( ) is a function that provides for the play of music and visual material. By using V-LINK-compatible video equipment, visual effects can be easily linked to, and made part of the expressive elements of a performance.

(Examples)

By using the RD-300SX and Edirol DV-7PR together, you can:

•Make Edirol DV-7PR playback settings remotely from the RD- 300SX.

•Use the RD-300SX’s keyboard to switch the Edirol DV-7PR’s images (clips/palettes).

*In order to use V-LINK with the RD-300SX and Edirol DV-7PR, you will need to make connections using an USB-MIDI Interface (sold separately).

Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

How to Use the V-LINK

1.Hold down [SHIFT] and press [SOUND CONTROL].

The display changes as shown below, and the RD-300SX

switches to image control mode.

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You can control images using the twelve keys at the left end of the keyboard.

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*While V-LINK is switched on, no sound is produced when you press any of the twelve keys at the left end of the keyboard.

2.Hold down [SHIFT] and press [SOUND CONTROL] once again to exit.

The display returns to its normal state, and the V-LINK setting is switched off.

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Contents 201a Do not open or modify in any way the unit or its AC adaptor Protect the unit from strong impact. Do not drop it Important Notes Contents Connecting External Midi Devices ContentsAbout V-LINK 220 Main Features Front Panel Panel DescriptionsPanel Descriptions Rear PanelBefore you begin making connections, confirm the following Connect the supplied power cord to the supplied AC adaptorGetting Ready Making ConnectionsConnecting Pedals Connecting the RD-300SX to External EquipmentTurning the Power On and Off Turning On the PowerPress the Power switch on the back of the unit Adjusting the Volume Turning Off the PowerAdjust the volume using the Volume slider Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches Master Tune Basic Operation of the RD- 300SX Overview of the RD-300SXBasic Organization of the RD-300SX Units of SoundTo stop a song while it is playing, press ONE Touch Piano Listening to the Demo Demo PlaySong Name Composer/Copyright Hold down Edit and press WritePerforming with the Keyboard Piano Performances ONE Touch PianoPress ONE Touch Piano Tone Select button for the selected category lights Performing with a Variety of TonesPressing ONE Touch Piano Switching to Single ModeTurning Dual or Split off turning the indicator off Playing Multiple Tones with the KeyboardPressing Two Tone Select buttons Simultaneously Press DUAL, getting the indicator to lightPress Dual once more, and the indicator light goes out Performing with Two Layered Tones DualKeyboard’s Split Point p Press SPLIT, getting the indicator to lightHold down Split for several seconds Changing the Keyboard’s Split PointChanging the Tone for a Zone Pitch of the tone in semitone Steps Key Transpose p Transposing the Key of the Keyboard TransposeHold down Transpose for several seconds Hold down Transpose and press a keyHold down Shift and press Lower Select Changing the Velocity When the Key Touch Is Set to FixedPress SHIFT, and the indicator light goes out Changing the Keyboard’s TouchChanging the Depth of Reverb Effect Reverb Depth Press REVERB, getting its indicator to lightAdding Reverberation to Sounds Reverb Changing the Reverb Effect TypeHold down Multi Effects and press INC or DEC Press Multi EFFECTS, getting its indicator to lightAdding a Variety Effects to the Sound Multi Effects Changing the Depth of EffectPress Organ and select the organ tone Changing the Multi-effects TypeAdding a Spinning Sound to Organ Tones Rotary Effect While holding down SHIFT, press Multi EffectsMaking a More Consistent Sound Sound Control Turn the Equalizer knobs to adjust the levels in each range Pattern List p Press Rhythm to make the button indicator lightPlaying Rhythm Rhythm Changing the Rhythm PatternChanging Rhythm Tempos Changing the Rhythm VolumeSetup List p Selecting Stored Settings SetupPress SETUP, getting the indicator to light Press INC or DEC, or Tone Select buttons to select a SetupWhen Enter is pressed, saving of the Setup begins Storing Settings to Setups WriteSettings Not Saved in a Setup Press WRITE, getting the indicator to lightPress ONE Touch Piano or Exit to cancel Panel Lock Disabling the Buttons Panel LockWhile holding down EDIT, press Enter Parameters That Can Be Set Settings for Each Function EditMaking System Settings System How to Make SettingsSelecting the Keynote Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches Master TuningAdjusting the Tuning Temperament, Key Switching the Pedal’s Polarity Damper Pedal PolarityIndication Value Description Switching the Pedal’s Polarity Control Pedal PolarityUsing the Pedal to Switch Setup Setup Pedal Shift Making the Settings for the USB DriverPress INC or DEC to select Common, then press Setup-Related Settings CommonSetting the Zone to which Multi Effects are Added MFX Zone Changing the Pedal Function Control Pedal FunctionTone Settings Tone Parameter Press INC or DEC to select Tone, then press EnterParameter Value Description Changing the Pitch Fine Tune Changing the Bend Range Bend RangePress INC or DEC to select U-L, then press Enter Setting the Pan Part On/Off PartTurning Each Controller On and Off Bulk Dump Temporary Utility Settings UtilityTransferring Setups to External Devices Setup Bulk Dump Bulk Dump SetupPress Organ Restoring Saved Settings to the RD- 300SXPress Enter again to start the Factory Reset operation Transmit play back the data from the external sequencerSetting the Midi Tx Mode Switching Local Control On and OffIndication Connecting External Midi Devices Using the RD-300SX As a Master KeyboardWhat’s MIDI? Recording the Performance Connecting to an External SequencerSettings for Recording Connecting External Midi DevicesNumber Bank Select Program Change Switching SetupsSelecting RD-300SX Sounds from an External Midi Device Making ConnectionsAgain Switching USB DriversExchanging Midi Messages with Your Computer Press INC or DEC to set the value Display Value DescriptionHold down Shift and press Sound Control once again to exit How to Use the V-LINKAbout V-LINK Hold down Shift and press Sound ControlProblem Check/Solution TroubleshootingKeyboard is Played TroubleshootingWhen listening through speakers When listening through headphonesEffect name Overview Effects ListSPACE-D Effects List3TAP PAN Sympathetic Display Meaning Error MessagesTone Name Tone ListTone List 106 Rhythm Set ListRhythm Set List GM2 Standard GM2 Room GM2 Power GM2 ElectricGM2 Analog GM2 Jazz GM2 Brush GM2 Orchstra GM2 SFX Rhythm Pattern Rhythm Pattern ListWhat to do Operation Setup ListSelecting Stored Settings Setup p Shortcut ListMidi Implementation Chart Midi Implementation ChartConnectors Main SpecificationsKEY Touch IndexRhythm IndexFor the USA Compliance Information StatementFor the U.K For EU CountriesInformation