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If your system does not work as you expect, or if you don’t hear sound, check the following items.
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Get ready to connect your computer
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All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks
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The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by
the display. Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system
(e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display may not always match what
appears in the manual. 04451001 2MP
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT
SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES.” These sections provide important informa-
tion concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to
feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by
your new unit, This Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual
should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
Connections and installation (Mac OS X)
Setup guide
What is MIDI?
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a universal standard that allows electronic musical instruments and com-
puters to exchange performance data.
For example, in the illustration below, a MIDI message describing that you’ve played the “C” key on the PCR is sent via the
USB cable to the software synthesizer on your computer, causing the software synthesizer to sound the “C” note.
In this way, MIDI conveys messages concerning a musical performance to another instrument; for example, “the ‘C’ note
was played on the keyboard at a certain strength,” “switch to a violin sound,” “increase/decrease the volume,” or “raise/low-
er the pitch.” In other words, MIDI is “the language of musical instruments.”
Because MIDI only sends messages describing what takes place during a performance, you’ll need a MIDI sound genera-
tor, such as a software synthesizer, in order to produce sound.
Virtually all software synthesizers and DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) software in the world can use MIDI.
* DAW software collectively refers to music production software such as the included Cakewalk SONAR 6 LE .
You can use the PCR’s keyboard to play software synthesizers, strike the pads to play a sampler, and use the sliders and
knobs to control your DAW software as if you were using a mixer.
Play ‘C’ ‘C’ is sounded
USB cable
Message that ‘C’ was played
softwaresynthesizerMIDI messages
PCR keyboard☐CD-ROM☐
This contains the PCR driver, editor,
and Cakewalk Production Plus Pack.
USB cable☐
This is used to connect the PCR to your computer.
Owner’s manual☐
This explains all the functionality of the PCR.
Roland software license agreement☐
You must read this before you unseal the included CD-ROM.
In the interest of improvement, the appearance of this product and the included items are subject to
change without notice.
The software owner’s manual and CD-ROM are not available for sale or replacement should you lose them.
Please take care to keep them safe.
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As soon as you open the package, check to make sure all items have been included.
If any are missing, please contact your dealer.
Disconnect your USB devices
Disconnect all USB cables from your computer except for a USB keyboard and/or USB mouse (if used).
Don’t connect the PCR to your computer yet.
Close all software
Close all software that’s running on your computer, including background programs such as antivirus software.
Make preparations
Choose the following step according
to the operating system you’re using
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Install the driver
Insert the included CD-ROM into your Mac.
Start up the installer for the driver.
On the desktop, double-click “PCR.”
Double-click the “Driver” folder.
Double-click “PCRUSBDriver.pkg.”
In some cases, you may see the message “This package contains a
program that determines if the software can be installed. Are you sure
you want to continue?” In this case, click [Continue].
Proceed with the installation as instructed by the “Install EDIROL PCR
Driver” screen.
“Install EDIROL PCR Driver” will appear; click [Continue] as di-
rected in the screen.
When the message “Select a Destination” appears, select your
startup disk, and click [Continue].
When “Easy installation” or “Standard Install” appears, click
[Install] (or [Upgrade]).
If a con rmation dialog box appears, enter the password for your
computer and click [OK].
When the message “Installing this software ...” appears, click
[Continue Installation].
When the message “The software was successfully installed” ap-
pears, click [Restart] to restart your Mac.
This completes installation of the driver.
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Connect the PCR to your Mac
Connect the PCR to your Mac using the USB cable.
Set the PCR’s power switch (POWER) to the “OFF” position.
Use the USB cable to connect the PCR to your Mac.
You must connect the PCR to a USB connector on the Mac itself. (Don’t
connect the PCR to the USB connector of your computer keyboard.)
Turn on the power of the PCR.
Set the PCR’s power switch (POWER) to the “USB” position.
The PCR is now connected to your Mac.
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Use GarageBand to play sounds
Start up GarageBand.
From the Mac Finder, double-click [Applications] — [GarageBand].
When GarageBand starts up, select the [File] menu command [New].
Click “New music project.”
In the window for creating a “New project,” type a name and click
[Create].
Play the keyboard of the PCR.
When you play the keyboard of the PCR, you’ll hear the Grand Piano
sound that is assigned to the track in GarageBand.
If you hear sound, the PCR and Mac are connected correctly.
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GarageBand is software included with Apple Inc.'s “iLife.” If your application folder does not contain
GarageBand, you’ll need to purchase “iLife” separately.
In this guide, we’ll use GarageBand 3 for our explanations. The procedure or screens may di er for
other versions.
4Use control maps to control various software
Connections and installation (Mac OS X)
Connections and installation (Windows Vista/XP/2000)
In this step you’ll install the PCR driver into your Mac, and use GarageBand to check that installation was successful.
In order to connect the PCR-300/500/800 (subsequently referred to as the PCR) to your computer and use it, you’ll need to install the driver and
make settings. First, you need to get ready for installation of the driver.
Setup guide (this document)■
Read this  rst. It takes you through the steps for
connecting the PCR to your computer, and playing
sound from your computer.
The photo shows the PCR-500.✽
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All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Cakewalk Production Plus Pack Installation
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No sound!
Is the PCR connected correctly?
Re-connect the PCR’s USB cable to your computer.
Is the PCR’s power switch set correctly?
Make sure that the PCR’s power switch is set to the USB position.
Could the main volume of your Mac be turned down or muted?
In “System Settings,” choose Sound Output and increase the main volume or defeat muting.
Is the sound output port set correctly on your Mac?
In “System Settings,” choose Sound Output and then select Internal Audio.
Are you using headphones?
Make sure that your headphones are correctly connected to the headphone jack of your Mac.
Is an audio interface connected to your Mac?
Refer to the owner’s manual for your equipment to check whether the audio interface is set correctly.
No sound with applications other than GarageBand.
Depending on the application you’re using, you may need to make MIDI and audio input/output settings. For details on MIDI input/
output settings, refer to the owner’s manual for the application you’re using, and select the PCR’s MIDI device (port 1).
Try installing the most recent version of the driver.
If the Roland website (http://www.roland.com/) has a more recent version of the driver, use the most recent version.
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Can’t install the driver!
Could another USB device be connected?
Be sure to disconnect all USB devices (other than a mouse and/or keyboard) when you perform the installation. When you connect
the PCR, connect it directly to a USB connector located on the computer itself.
If you connect the PCR to a USB connector located on your computer keyboard, the PCR may not operate reliably.
Could other software or background software (such as antivirus programs) be running?
The installation may not occur correctly if other programs are running. Be sure to exit all other programs before you perform the
installation.
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For more detailed information, refer to Troubleshooting in the owner’s manual.