Roland FR-5, FR-7 owner manual Using the unit safely

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Using the unit safely

Using the unit safely

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

• Before using this instrument, read the instructions below and the Owner’s Manual.

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• Connect the mains plug of this model to a mains outlet with a protective earthing connection.

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• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.

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•Do not attempt to repair the FR-7/FR-5 or FBC-7 or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all ser- vicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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• Never use or store the FR-7/FR-5 or FBC-7 in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

•Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are

•Humid; or are

•Exposed to rain; or are

•Dusty; or are

•Subject to high levels of vibration.

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•When not in use, do not place the FR-5 or FR-7 vertically due to instability. If placed in the vertical position on the floor/stage, ensure that it leans against a stable vertical surface e.g. a wall or a heavy musical instrument.

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• The FBC-7 should only be connected to a power supply of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the bottom of the FBC-7.

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The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power- cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

•Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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•This instrument, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the FR-7/FR-5 or FBC-7 and consult an audiologist.

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•Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the FR-7/FR-5 or FBC-7.

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•In households with small children, an adult should pro- vide supervision until the child is capable of following all rules essential for the safe operation of the FR-7/FR-5 or FBC-7.

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•Protect the FR-7/FR-5 and FBC-7 from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)

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•Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outlet and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:

•The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or

•Objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled onto the FR-7/FR-5 or FBC-7; or

•The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or

•The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

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Contents OS Version FR-7/FR-5Important Safety Instructions FR-7/FR-5 FR-7/FR-5V-Accordion Contents Features Using the unit safely FR-7/FR-5V-Accordion Features Using the unit safely Important notes FR-7/FR-5V-Accordion Important notes Important notes Strap holder precautionTreble control panel Panel descriptionsBass control panel Connection panel Display and master barConnection panel of the FBC-7 Connections Setting upConnecting the FR-7/FR-5 to the supplied FBC-7 Using the Output socketsSwitch on the receiving audio device Switching the power on and offIf you are using the FBC-7 Switch it onListening to the demo songs Switch on the FR-7/FR-5First steps FR-7/FR-5V-Accordion Setting up First stepsSections of your FR-7/FR-5 Press the EXIT÷JUMP button to return to the Main Selecting Easy or Full modeTypical Main page display looks like this About the MainAccord Oboe Violin Touring the FR-7/FR-5’s sectionsTreble section Bassoon Master BandonInstrument Using the FR-7/FR-5’s digital effectsPress another register to change the sound Bass sectionBass section can be played via the Stradella but- tons Here is what the caps look likeSimultaneously press the three registers labeled Free Bass Playing in Free Bass modeDisplay now briefly responds with Orchestra and three for the Bass buttons called Registers Using the orchestral soundsOrchestral sounds for the Treble section FR-7/FR-5’s Orchestra functionality actually comIf you press a single gray key see the illustration Selecting the Orchestra modeHere is how the drone function works NitelyAgain play a few notes and listen to the result Setting the volume of the Treble orchestral soundReturn to the Main page by pressing EXIT÷JUMP Orchestral sounds for the Bass section Switching off the Orchestra partSwitching off the Orchestra Bass part FR-7/FR-5V-Accordion Setting up Using the orchestral soundsOrchestral sounds for the Free Bass section Switching off the Orch Chord partThis is not necessary if you are already in Free Bass mode Orchestral sounds for the Chord sectionValue Switching off the Orch Free BS partSimultaneously press the three registers in the moddle Press the Down button four times Display now responds withTranspose Other practical functionsGeneral remark Pitch-related functionsNoise Edit Valve & Button Scale TuningVolume-related functions Connecting an optional expression pedal Using the FBC-7Connecting the FBC-7 Using the footswitchesGeneral remarks about the battery Charging the batteryUse BP-24-45 batteries, part no. K2568101 FR-7/FR-5V-Accordion About the FBC-7 Charging the battery Recharging the battery on the FBC-7Using the recharged battery If the battery fails to last 8 hours or slightly lessEasy and Full modes Selecting parameters using the Jump functionEditing sounds Selecting parametersSelecting parameters via the menu Proceed with Setting parameter valuesFunction group Setting parameter valuesParameter for editing Buttons to change the valueScale Tuning parametersMaster Tune TransposeScale Assign FR-7/FR-5V-Accordion Editing sounds 1. Tuning parametersPress MENU÷WRITE again to jump to the following Introduction Treble Edit parametersIng them Register into a different instru Reed TypeHold down UP for a while Register playsValve Noise Reed VolumeRegister Treble OctaveBass Link Reverb Send, 2.9 Chorus Send Delay SendBellows Detune Aftertouch PitchOrchestra Chord Link Orchestra LinkOn the Main page, links are indicated as follows FBS-AcGuitar, FBS-AcPiano Treble Midi TXCHD-AcGuitar, CHD-AcPiano FBS-Flute, FBS-PercOrganThem Bass Edit parametersUme balance for the active reeds see the Register Button NoiseKnob to select the desired reed Options are 16’, 8’, 8’-4’, 4’, 2’Std~40 Reverb Send, 3.8 Chorus Send Delay SendReed Growl Bass Midi TX, 3.11 Chord Midi TXImportant notes Free Bass Edit parametersSaving them Options are ALL both reeds simultaneously, 16’, 8’ Free Bass Midi TX Reverb Send, 4.8 Chorus Send Delay SendLowest Note ORC Bass Edit parametersWithout saving them Reverb Send, 5.5 Chorus Send Delay Send Orc Bass VolumeOrc Bass Midi TX ORCH. Edit parameters Orchestra VolumeOrchestra Octave Messages or only one of them Reverb Send, 6.5 Chorus Send Delay SendOrchestra Midi TX RecognitionORC CHD Edit parameters Orc Chord VolumeOrc Chord Midi TX Reverb Send, 7.3 Chorus Send Delay SendReverb Send, 8.3 Chorus Send Delay Send Orc FreeBs VolumeORC FBS Edit parameters Orc FreeBs Midi TX If necessary, select another Set by turning SET Common parametersReverb Macro Type About the effects parametersChorus Macro Type Reverb ParametersAvailable options are Chorus knob Chorus ParametersDelay Parameters Delay Macro TypeIcon System parametersName Master Bar RecallLess strength the X stands for extra. Standard LCD ContrastPedal Controller FR-7/FR-5V-Accordion Editing sounds 10. System parametersBass & Chord Mode Bass & Chord ModeStereo Width Free Bass ModeFree Bass Mode Auto Power OFFOrch. Bs&Ch Touch StartupStartup Name Orchestra TouchCopy ALL Effects Battery StatusUtility parameters Treble Release TBulk Dump ALL, 11.8 Bulk Dump SET Copy Reverb, 11.4 Copy Chorus Copy DelayEffects settings, these three parame Copy SETTreble Reg. on current Set Restore SETTer to be edited for all Bass registers Edit simultaneouslySelect this parameter 11.11 Bass Reg. on Current SetFreeBass Reg. on current Set Press the EXIT÷JUMP button to return to the Main About Midi Midi functionsSending program changes Working with a sequencer and other tone generatorsFR-7/FR-5’s sections use the following Midi chan- nels Midi data always go from OUT toFinal note regarding sequencers Global Midi parametersBe set to Press register 1 to select the followingChannel you want to set FreeBs, Basic Ch, and Control ChSet the module’s Midi receive channel often called RX to Defining the ‘PC’ format Solving Midi buffer problems 12.3 Bellows TX Resolution Sections Procedure for setting these parametersMidi parameters for the various sections/parts Important remarksCC00, CC32, PC OctaveChorus VolumePanpot ReverbAfterT only for the Treble and Orchestra sections Archiving your settings via Midi Bulk DumpArchiving your settings with a sequencer Switch off the sequencer’s Midi Echo or Soft Thru functionSending Bulk data back to the FR-7/FR-5 Sending Bulk data back to the FR-7/FR-5 Miscellaneous functions Saving settings using the Write functionPress the DATA÷ENTER knob to jump to Selected function Using WriteSwitch on the FR-7/FR-5 while holding down Restoring the factory defaultsTroubleshooting MIDI-related issues My settings have changedAt power-on, the FR-7/FR-5 displays the follow- ing message Supplied accessories SpecificationsBattery for FR-5, spare part for FR-7 Pedal Board Soft Bag Parameter list Miscellaneous functions Parameter list 100Orchestra Edit 101Utility 102Factory Sets 103Demo Songs Rêve d’amour by L. Bruti Luigi Bruti 104105 Midi implementationMidi implementation Bulk Dump 106107 108 Midi Implementation Chart109 InformationBulk Index110 Numerics111 User 1~3 112Avis 602.00.0152

FR-7, FR-5 specifications

The Roland FR-5 and FR-7 are part of Roland's acclaimed line of digital accordions, known for their innovative technologies and exceptional sound quality. These instruments have been designed to provide musicians with a versatile and rich playing experience, fusing traditional accordion elements with modern digital functionality.

One of the most significant features of both the FR-5 and FR-7 is their advanced digital sound engine. This technology offers a wide array of sounds, including a variety of accordion types, reeds, and orchestral instruments. The sound quality is remarkable, with a high level of fidelity that captures the essence of authentic acoustic instruments. Musicians can easily switch between different instrument sounds, making these accordions perfect for various musical styles and genres.

Both models feature a lightweight and ergonomic design, making them comfortable to play for extended periods. The FR-5 and FR-7 have built-in speakers that provide excellent sound projection, allowing performers to play without the need for external amplification. Furthermore, the onboard effects, such as reverb and chorus, enhance the musical experience, enabling players to add depth and character to their performances.

The user interface on both models is intuitive, with easily accessible controls that allow for quick adjustments while performing. The FR-7 takes it a notch higher with its extensive customizable settings and user memory options, which can store a variety of configurations and preferences for different playing situations.

A standout feature of the FR-7 is its capability for MIDI connectivity, enabling musicians to connect to computers and other digital devices. This opens up a world of possibilities for recording and live performance setups, allowing users to integrate their accordion with software instruments and digital audio workstations.

In terms of playability, the FR-5 and FR-7 offer responsive keyboard action and a range of registers that mimic the sound of traditional accordions. The bellows response is finely tuned, ensuring that players can achieve dynamic expression through their playing style.

Overall, the Roland FR-5 and FR-7 digital accordions represent a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology, catering to both hobbyists and professional musicians. With their exceptional sound, lightweight design, and cutting-edge features, these instruments are redefining the possibilities of accordion music in contemporary settings. Whether one is performing on stage or practicing at home, the FR-5 and FR-7 deliver an unparalleled playing experience that inspires creativity and passion for music.
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