Roland EM-55 owner manual Rear panel

The [VARIATION] button also doubles as [STYLE DISK] button (after pressing the [STYLE] button). See p. 26. The numeric keypad also allows you to enter file names.

fPHONES sockets

This is where you can connect two pairs of optional headphones (Roland RH-25 or RH-50). By doing so, you switch off the EM-55’s speakers.

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ALCD CONTRAST knob

Use this knob if the icons and characters in the EM-55’s display are too light or too dark. Be aware that changing lighting conditions may require differ- ent contrast settings.

BMIDI OUT/IN sockets

Connect the MIDI OUT socket to the MIDI IN jack of your computer (or MIDI instrument) to transfer MIDI data from the EM-55 to the computer or external MIDI instrument. Connect the MIDI IN socket of the EM-55 to the computer’s MIDI OUT jack to receive data from the computer.

CFOOTSWITCH/EXPR socket

This is where you can connect an optional DP-2, DP-6, or BOSS FS-5U footswitch that allows you to hold (“sustain”) the notes you play with your right hand. It can also be used for controlling certain parameters. Alternatively, you can connect a Roland EV-5 expression pedal for realtime control of the EM-55’s volume.

DOUTPUT R, L/MONO sockets

These sockets allow you to connect the EM-55 to your HiFi amplifier, a mixer, a cassette deck, a key- board amplifier, etc. If the external amplifier is mono, be sure to connect it to the OUT L/MONO socket.

EM-55 Owner’s Manual

gDisk drive

This is where you can insert a 2DD or 2HD floppy disk with Standard MIDI Files (SMF) or Music Styles. It also allows you to save your User Program settings and the Songs you record.

EDC 12V IN socket

This is where you need to connect the supplied adapter (ACJ). After connecting the adapter cable, wind it around the cord hook to the socket’s right to prevent accidental power failures.

Note: Be sure to only use the adapter supplied with your EM-55. Other adapters may damage your Interactive Keyboard.

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