Roland FP-3 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-3 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.

■Connectors

OutIn

MIDI

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-3 and on the device you’re about to connect.

2.Turn off the power to the FP-3 and to 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-3 and the connected device.

5.Adjust the volume level on the FP-3 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. 43) and for Local On/Off (p. 43).

■How to Enjoy MIDI

Recording Data of Performances Played on the FP-3 to a

Sequencer* and Automatically Playing Recorded

Performance Data on the FP-3

Connection example:

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

Sequencer

 

* The MT-80s has no MIDI

 

Out connector.

 

Out MIDI

In

 

 

 

 

 

FP-3

Damper Soft

R

L (Mono)

R L (Mono)

Out

In

Stereo

Stereo

Pedal

MIDI

Line In

Line Out

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

•Local Control off (p. 43)

•MIDI Out Mode 1 (p. 44)

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

Performing on the FP-3 Using Sounds from Another

Sound Module*

Connection Example: Connecting to a MIDI Sound Module

Sound Module

MIDI

THRU OUT IN

FP-3

Damper

Soft

R

L (Mono)

R

L (Mono)

 

Out

In

Stereo

 

Stereo

Pedal

 

MIDI

Line In

 

Line Out

→When connecting to a MIDI sound module, we recommend using the system with MIDI Out Mode set to “2” (p. 44). When the instrument is turned on, MIDI Out Mode is set to “1.”

What is a Sequencer?

A sequencer is a device that records the stream of MIDI messages that is sent out by an instrument. These messages convey all the details of what has occurred while the instrument is played; including the timing of notes, their sound, the force used to play them, and for how long. Afterwards, you can send the recorded MIDI information back to the instrument, and it will play automatically.

What is a MIDI Sound Module?

Inside a synthesizer or electronic piano is the section that actually produces sound, known as the sound module. A MIDI sound module produces sounds as the result of MIDI messages sent to it by other devices.

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Contents Main Features Stylish, Light, Compact DesignFor the U.K Page Maintenance Power SupplyPlacement Additional PrecautionsContents Panel Descriptions Front PanelRear Panel Panel DescriptionsBefore You Play Making ConnectionsBefore you begin making connections, confirm Following Installing the Music Stand Before You PlayTurning On the Power Connecting PedalsTurning the Power On and Off Damper PedalTurning Off the Power Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and BrillianceConnecting Headphones Some Notes on Using HeadphonesPlaying the Keyboard Listening to Internal SongsPlaying Back All Songs Continuously All Song Play Playing the Keyboard Press the or + button to select a Tone from the Tone Group Performing with a Variety of SoundsPress one of the Tone buttons to choose a Tone Group Finger the keyboard or press the flashing Tone buttonPerforming With Two Layered Tones Dual Play To exit Dual Play, press either Tone buttonPress the Split button, getting its indicator to light Press the Piano buttonTo exit Split Play, press the Split button once more Changing Tones Changing the Keyboard’s Split PointUse the Tone buttons and the and + buttons to select Tones Hold down the Song button and press the Split button Changing the Volume Balance for Dual Play and Split PlayPress the or + buttons to adjust the volume balance Press the Song buttonChanging the Keyboard’s Touch Hold down the Song button and press the Reverb buttonPress the or + buttons to select the touch Changing the Depth of Chorus Effect Press the Chorus button, getting its indicator to lightAdding Breadth to the Sound Chorus Effect Adding a Spinning Sound to Organ Tones Rotary EffectChanging 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 + ButtonTransposing the Key of the Keyboard Key Transpose Changing the Tempo Using the MetronomePress the or + button to adjust the tempo Press the Metronome button to have the metronome soundPress the or + button to select the beat Changing the VolumeChanging the Beat of Metronome Press the Tempo/Rhythm buttonWhat is Session Partner? Playing Along with RhythmsPerforming With Chord Parts Performing Along With RhythmsPerforming Along With Drum Sounds Playing Along with RhythmsPress the or + button to select the setting Hold down the Song button and press the Chord buttonTo stop the performance, press the Drums button Selecting a RhythmChanging Rhythms As You Perform What’s a Fill In?Press the + and buttons to adjust the tempo Changing a Rhythm’s TempoPress the Tempo/Rhythm button to have the tempo Displayed Selecting a Rhythm’s Chord Progression Hold down the Chord button and press the or + buttonPress the Chord button once more To stop the Rhythm, press the Drums button Press the or + button to adjust the volume balance Hold down the Song button and press the Drums buttonPress the Rec button Recording a PerformanceRecording a Performance Press the Rec button or the Play button to stop recordingSelect the Tone or Rhythm to be played Recording a Performance Using RhythmsRecording a Performance Press the Drums button to stop recordingRecording a Performance Using Rhythms in Split Play Lit in orange Recording Erasing Recorded Performances Hold down the Song button and press the Rec buttonOther Functions Changing the Damper Pedal’s ResonanceChanging How the Pedals Work Changing How the Pedal Effects Are Applied Changing the Pitch Lower Tone in Octave Steps Octave ShiftOther Functions Hold down the Song button and press the Voice/Winds button Tuning to Other Instruments’ Pitches Master TuningAdjusting the Tuning Press the or + button to change the standard pitchChanging the Beat Pattern Hold down the Song button and press the Metronome buttonPress the or + button to change the beat division How to Enjoy Midi Connecting Midi DevicesConnectors Making the ConnectionsSwitching Local Control On and Off Midi SettingsMidi Send Channel Settings Hold down the Song button and press the Guitar/Bass buttonOther Functions Setting the Midi Out Mode Press the or + button to select the Midi Out ModeHold down the Song button and press the Strings/Pad button Troubleshooting If you think there’s a problem, read this firstTroubleshooting SticksError Messages/Other Messages Display MeaningTone List PianoRhythm List → Selecting a Rhythm pChord Progression Pattern List PatternChord Progression Pattern List Chord Fingering List DM7Chord Fingering List Internal Song List → Listening to Internal Songs pProfile Internal Song ListEasy Operation List Hold down the Song button and press the buttonMidi Implementation Chart Main Specifications Index Index Memo Information AfricaAvis 02349012 ’02-7-AE2-61N
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