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Roland E-300 User Manual

Roland E-300
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Roland E-300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRoland
ModelE-300
CategoryElectronic Keyboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Notes for Roland E-300 Users

Power Supply Precautions

Details on using the correct adapter, preventing damage, and avoiding interference.

Instrument Placement Guidelines

Instructions on instrument positioning for optimal performance and safety, avoiding heat and magnetic fields.

Safe Maintenance Procedures

Guidance on cleaning the instrument safely and avoiding damage from chemicals.

Repair and Data Backup Advice

Advice on backing up data before repairs and Roland's liability for data loss.

General Operational Precautions

General care tips for buttons, display, cables, and safe operation to prevent malfunctions.

Floppy Disk Usage Preparation

Important precautions before using floppy disks, including environmental considerations.

Handling Floppy Disks Safely

Precautions for handling floppy disks to maintain data integrity and prevent damage to the disk or drive.

Roland E-300 Panel Descriptions

Front Panel Layout and Controls

Detailed explanation of the E-300's front panel controls and their functions.

Rear Panel Connections and Ports

Description of the E-300's rear panel connections and ports for external devices.

Getting Started with the E-300

Connecting the Power Adapter

Steps for connecting the power adapter to the instrument and power outlet for initial use.

Powering the Instrument On and Off

Procedure for powering the E-300 on and off, with notes on startup time and volume.

Connecting External Audio Devices

Instructions for connecting the E-300 to external audio equipment for amplification or recording.

Basic Operation and Display Guide

Performance Functions and Modes

One Touch Program: Selecting Instrument Type

Explains how to use Piano, Organ, and Arranger modes for different playing styles and accessing preset settings.

Organ Music and Arranger Functions

How to use ORGAN mode, select organ types, use the Arranger, and the Function menu for organ performances.

Arranger Function Explained

Step-by-step guide on how to select a Music Style and play along with the Arranger for accompaniment.

Tones and Related Functions

Selecting Instrument Tones

Guide to selecting instrument sounds (Tones) categorized into eight groups for diverse sound options.

Selecting Normal Tones

Steps for choosing standard Tones from the available groups using the panel buttons for quick sound selection.

Keyboard Modes and Tone Layering

Split Mode: Different Tones Left and Right

Describes the Split mode for using different Tones on the left and right halves of the keyboard for layered performance.

Playing with Accompaniment (Arranger)

Selecting and Managing Music Styles

Selecting Music Styles from Groups

Guide to selecting from the 111 built-in Music Styles, organized by genre for varied musical backing.

Starting and Stopping Music Styles

Style Tempo and Volume Balancing

Adjusting Style Tempo

How to adjust the tempo of a selected Music Style using the TEMPO buttons for desired playback speed.

Adjusting Individual Part Volumes

How to adjust the volume of individual rhythm, bass, accompaniment, and keyboard parts for precise sound balancing.

Chord Intelligence for Easy Fingering

Melody Intelligence for Harmony

Recording and Playback Functions

Introduction to Recording with the Composer

Introduction to the Composer function for recording songs and MIDI data, allowing custom music creation.

Performing Normal Recording

Steps for performing normal recording, storing data on separate tracks for multi-track editing and playback.

Saving Songs to Disk

Instructions for saving recorded songs from internal memory to a floppy disk for long-term storage.

Composer Menu Functions

Using the 16-Track Sequencer

Guide to using the 16-track sequencer for multi-track recording with different Tones for complex arrangements.

Formatting Disks and Style Composer

Instructions for formatting disks and creating new Music Styles by combining parts from existing Styles.

Saving User Styles and Song Editing

Instructions for saving User Styles and overview of eight functions for editing recorded songs.

Function Menu for Instrument Optimization

User Programs, Pad Buttons, and Pedals

User Program: Registering Panel Settings

How to save and recall panel settings as User Programs, allowing instant recall of favorite configurations.

Utility Menu for System Settings

Connecting MIDI Instruments and Computer

Appendix: Troubleshooting and Errors

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Common issues such as no sound, selection problems, note cut-offs, disk playback, and button malfunctions.

Understanding E-300 Error Messages (E.00-E.13)

Explanations for error messages related to disk operations, data saving, and formatting, guiding users on resolution.

Understanding E-300 Error Messages (E.14-E.51)

Explanations for error messages regarding disk corruption, data size, MIDI issues, and panel settings for comprehensive error handling.

Chord Intelligence and MIDI Implementation

Chord Intelligence Fingerings Guide

Visual guide to chord voicings and fingerings for Chord Intelligence mode, simplifying chord playing for accompaniment.

Important Safety Instructions

General Warnings for Electric Products

General warnings and precautions to be observed when using electric products, covering basic safety principles.

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