Roland RS-50 owner manual Rear panel

Panel descriptions

Rear panel

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A B C D E F G H

A

MIDI connectors (IN, OUT)

These connectors can be connected to other MIDI devices to receive and transmit MIDI messages (p. 92). Use MIDI cables (sold separately) to make connections.

IN: MIDI messages from an external device are received at this connector.

OUT: MIDI messages are transmitted from this connector to an external device.

B

PEDAL jacks

CONTROL:

An optional expression pedal (such as the EV-5), pedal switch (the optional DP-2 or DP-8), or foot switch (the optional BOSS FS-5U) can be connected to this jack (p. 14).

HOLD:

An optional pedal switch (such as the DP-2 or DP-8) or foot switch (the optional BOSS FS-5U) can be connected to this jack for use as a hold pedal (p. 14).

If you are using DP-8, set the DP-8’s function switch to “Switch.”

C

OUTPUT jacks

These jacks output stereo (L/R) audio signals to your amp or mixer. For mono output, use the L jack.

D

PHONES jack

This is the jack for connecting headphones (sold separately) (p. 14).

E

Cord hook

To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should

the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid applying undue

stress to the DC IN jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook,

as shown in the illustration.

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Cord Hook

The cord of

the supplied AC Adaptor

To the Power Outlet

F

DC IN jack

Connect the AC adaptor here (p. 14).

Be sure to use only the supplied AC adaptor.

G

POWER switch

This switch turns the power on/off (p. 15).

H

Ground terminal

927Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device, microphones connected to it, or the metal portions of other objects, such as guitars. This is due to an infinitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (see figure) with an external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Unsuitable places for connection

•Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)

•Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)

•Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the event of lightning)

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