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Roland EXR-40 or User Manual

Roland EXR-40 or
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Roland EXR-40 or Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRoland
ModelEXR-40 or
CategorySynthesizer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Features of the EXR-40 OR

Superior Sound Source

Details the EXR-40 OR's high-quality sound generation capabilities and tone.

Lock Functions

Explains buttons that filter settings for flexible use of User Programs.

Flash Memory and USB

Covers storage and management of styles and MIDI files via USB.

Excellent Arranger Functionality

Highlights the 198 Music Styles and pattern variations available.

Oriental Tunings and Scale Memories

Describes 3 scale memories for oriental tunings and User Program integration.

Using the Unit Safely

Warning and CAUTION Notices

Explains warning symbols and notices for user safety instructions.

About the Symbols

Details the meaning of symbols used to indicate warnings and precautions.

General Safety Rules

Provides essential safety rules for operating the instrument properly.

2. Important Notes

Power Supply and Placement Guidance

Advice on power supply usage and optimal placement to avoid interference.

Floppy Disk Drive Usage Precautions

Detailed instructions for safe and effective operation of the floppy disk drive.

3. Panel Descriptions

Front Panel Controls Overview

Detailed explanation of buttons, knobs, and displays on the front panel.

Rear Panel Connections

Description of all input/output jacks and ports on the rear panel.

4. First Steps

Setting Up the EXR-40 OR

Guide to unpacking, connecting power, and basic setup.

Playing Demo Songs

Instructions on how to play the instrument's built-in demo songs.

5. Playing with Accompaniment (Arranger)

Starting and Using the Arranger

Guide to activating and controlling the automatic accompaniment.

Selecting Music Styles

Instructions for choosing and loading music styles.

Band Orchestrator Function

How to vary accompaniment complexity in real-time.

6. Playing Back Songs

Basic Song Playback

How to load and play back songs from memory or disk.

Live Performance with Song Backing

Using the Minus One function to mute tracks for practice.

7. Recording Your Music

Basic Song Recording

Steps for recording songs with Arranger backing.

Other Recording Functions

Details on recording modes like Single and Punch I/O.

8. Additional Music Style Functions

One Touch Functionality

Automating settings for Music Styles with preset parameters.

Using the Music Assistant

Function to help set up parameters for songs and styles.

Melody Intelligence and PIANIST Mode

Melody Intelligence Function

Adds harmony notes to melodies based on chords played.

PIANIST Mode Operation

Using Arranger features in Piano mode for flexible performance.

Drum Sounds and Sound Effects (SFX)

Drum Sets

Explanation of drum kits where each key triggers a different drum sound.

Sound Effects (SFX)

Details on using individual sound effects and percussion sounds.

Transpose Functions

User Transpose Setting

Adjusting the pitch of notes and chords, savable to User Programs.

Global Transpose Function

Master transpose control affecting all sections temporarily.

11. Performance Functions and Effects

Keyboard Touch Sensitivity

Adjusting keyboard response to playing force for volume and timbre.

Pitch Bend and Modulation

Using the bender lever to add vibrato or pitch bend effects.

Footswitch Operation

Connecting and utilizing an optional footswitch for various functions.

Using Effects (Reverb, Chorus, MFX)

Details on applying Reverb, Chorus, and Multi-Effects.

V-LINK Functionality

Integrating music with visual effects via compatible video devices.

12. Function Menu

Editing Parameters (General Procedure)

How to navigate and modify instrument settings via the Function menu.

KB SET Parameters

Settings related to keyboard behavior, touch, and transposition.

Metronome and Volume Parameters

Settings for the metronome volume and part volumes.

13. Working with User Programs

Writing Settings to a User Program

Saving current panel and function settings to a User Program memory.

Selecting a User Program

How to recall and activate saved User Program settings.

14. MIDI Functions

MIDI Channels Explained

Understanding MIDI channels and multitimbrality.

MIDI Function Parameters

Configuration of MIDI transmission, reception, and synchronization.

15. Data Management

Saving and Loading Data (Flash Memory)

Managing songs, styles, and user programs in the Flash memory.

Working with Disk Functions

Saving, loading, deleting, and formatting data on floppy disks.

16. Using Outputs and Footswitch

Connecting Outputs and Footswitch

How to connect the EXR-40 OR to external audio devices and a footswitch.

17. Miscellaneous Functions

Functions for Educational Purposes

Options to disable Demo and Arranger functions for classroom use.

Factory Initialization

Procedure to reset the EXR-40 OR to its original factory settings.

18. Specifications

EXR-40 OR Technical Specifications

Detailed list of the instrument's technical features and capabilities.

MIDI Implementation Chart

MIDI Implementation Chart

Chart detailing MIDI messages transmitted and received by the EXR-40 OR.

SONGS Contained in the EXR-40 OR

List of Built-in Educational Songs

A list of songs included in the EXR-40 OR, with composer and copyright details.

Music Assistant and Function Quick Jump

Music Assistant Overview

Guide to the Music Assistant function for song setup.

Function Quick Jump Guide

List of quick jump buttons for accessing various functions.

Tones Selectable via Front Panel

List of Available Tones

A comprehensive list of selectable tones and their families.

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