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Roland F701 User Manual

Roland F701
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Owners Manual
Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and Owners Manual (p. 47)).
After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
What You Can Do with the RP701/F701
Play the Piano
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Play the piano sounds of your dream
This piano contains a variety of piano tones ranging from concert grand piano to upright piano.
It also contains the sound of a harpsichord, which is the ancestor of the piano. You’ll be sure to nd piano sounds to your taste.
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Play string, organ, and percussion tones
You can also choose tones of instruments other than piano. Using tones other than the usual choices can provide a pleasant change, or
you can layer other tones with a piano tone to enjoy especially rich sonorities.
Practice songs
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Practice along with a metronome
You can practice while listening to a metronome. By changing the tempo or time signature as appropriate for the song you’re playing,
you can improve your ability to keep the rhythm.
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Practice along with the internal songs
Built into this piano are numerous well-known songs in a variety of genres such as classical, jazz, and practice pieces. You can listen to
these internal songs as models, or adjust the tempo and practice along with them.
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Practice one hand at a time
By playing back a song with the sound of the right-hand or left-hand part muted, you can hear the performance one hand at a time.
This also lets you practice along with the song one hand at a time.
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Record your performance
You can listen again to your own performance that you just recorded, and use it to improve your next performance. You can also save
your performance for your family member or piano teacher to hear.
Take advantage of Bluetooth
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Play back music through the pianos speakers (Bluetooth audio function)
You can connect a smartphone or tablet, and listen to your favorite songs through the pianos speakers. By performing along with a
song, you can enjoy being part of your favorite music.
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Use with piano with apps (Bluetooth MIDI function)
You can use an app to nd new musical scores, and use the practice support functions to experience new possibilities in piano
performance.
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© 2020 Roland Corporation
This app lets you view sheet music in digital form, practice
songs as if you were playing a game, or keep a record of
your practicing.
This app lets you customize the piano sound to your taste.
Download the apps
Download these smartphone/tablet apps and use them
with your piano.
Piano Designer
Roland Piano App

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Roland F701 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sound EngineSuperNATURAL Piano
Speakers12 cm (4-3/4 inches) x 2
Amplifier12 W x 2
Keyboard88 keys (PHA-4 Standard Keyboard: with Escapement and Ivory Feel)
Tones324 tones
Internal Songs377 songs
DisplayGraphic LCD 128 x 64 dots
Compatible Android / iOS AppsPiano Every Day
ConnectorsDC In jack
Dimensions1, 360 (W) x 345 (D) x 778 (H) mm
Weight36.0 kg
Included AccessoriesOwner's Manual
BluetoothBluetooth v4.0 (MIDI, Audio)

Summary

What You Can Do with the RP701/F701

Play the Piano

Explore the piano's various sound tones, from concert grand to upright.

Practice Songs

Utilize the metronome, internal songs, and one-hand practice features.

Bluetooth Connectivity

Connect wirelessly for audio playback and app integration.

Downloadable Apps

Access Roland Piano App and Piano Designer for enhanced features.

Quick Operation Guide

How to Read Quick Operation

Guide on navigating and understanding the Quick Operation section.

RP701 Panel Overview

Description of controls and connections for the RP701 model.

F701 Panel Overview

Description of controls and connections for the F701 model.

RP701 Panel Descriptions

Bottom Panel Ports (RP701)

Details of ports like DC In, USB Computer, Pedal, USB Memory, and Phones.

RP701 Operating Area 1

Description of the power, volume, and settings buttons on the RP701.

RP701 Operating Area Details

RP701 Operating Area 2

Explains tone selection, basic operations, practicing, and song playback controls.

RP701 Practicing Controls

Details on metronome and tempo buttons.

RP701 Song Playback Controls

Explains song selection, play/stop, and recording buttons.

RP701 Other Controls

Description of pedal and music rest functions.

Before You Play RP701

Keyboard Cover Operation (RP701)

Instructions for opening and closing the keyboard cover.

Powering the RP701 On/Off

Steps for connecting the AC adaptor and turning the piano on or off.

Piano Operations and Controls

Using Headphones

Connecting and using headphones for private listening.

Music Rest Usage

Instructions for attaching and using the music rest.

Basic Operation Controls

How to navigate menus and confirm settings using knobs and buttons.

Understanding the Pedals

Explanation of the Damper, Sostenuto, and Soft pedals' functions.

F701 Panel Descriptions

Bottom Panel Ports (F701)

Details of ports like DC In, USB Computer, Pedal, USB Memory, and Phones.

F701 Operating Area 1

Description of the power, volume, and settings buttons on the F701.

F701 Operating Area Details

F701 Operating Area 2

Explains tone selection, basic operations, practicing, and song playback controls.

F701 Practicing Controls

Details on metronome and tempo buttons.

F701 Song Playback Controls

Explains song selection, play/stop, and recording buttons.

F701 Other Controls

Description of pedal and music rest functions.

Before You Play F701

Keyboard Cover Operation (F701)

Instructions for opening and closing the keyboard cover.

Powering the F701 On/Off

Steps for connecting the AC adaptor and turning the piano on or off.

Piano Operations and Controls (F701)

Using Headphones (F701)

Connecting and using headphones for private listening.

Basic Operation Controls

How to navigate menus and confirm settings using knobs and buttons.

Understanding the Pedals

Explanation of the Damper, Sostenuto, and Soft pedals' functions.

Playing Piano Tones

Selecting Piano Tones

How to choose different piano sounds from categories.

Selecting Other Tones

How to choose non-piano instrument sounds.

Listening to Songs

Playing Back a Song

How to select and play the piano's built-in songs.

Adjusting Song Playback

Control playback parts, tempo, and transpose song pitch.

Practicing and Recording

Practicing with the Metronome

Use the metronome for rhythm practice and adjust its settings.

Recording Keyboard Performance

Record, listen back, delete, and manage your keyboard performances.

Bluetooth Connectivity Overview

Connecting Mobile Device via Bluetooth

Overview of connecting smartphones/tablets wirelessly.

Pairing Process Explained

Steps to create a connection between piano and mobile device.

Bluetooth Audio Playback

Making Initial Pairing Settings

Steps to pair the piano for audio playback.

Playing Back Audio

How to play music from a mobile device through the piano's speakers.

Using Piano with Apps (Bluetooth MIDI)

Downloading and Installing Apps

Instructions for downloading Roland Piano App or Piano Designer.

App Connection and Pairing

Steps to connect the piano to a mobile app via Bluetooth.

Advanced Playing Modes

Split Play Setup

Perform with different tones in the left and right keyboard regions.

Dual Play Setup

Play two tones simultaneously from a single key.

Song Playback Control

Selecting Song Measures

Choose a specific measure to start song playback.

Transposing Song Pitch

Change the key of the song playback.

Performance Recording Methods

Overdubbing Recorded Performances

Record one hand, then record the other hand over it.

Recording Audio to USB Flash Drive

Record your performance as audio to a USB flash drive.

Creating Your Own Piano Tone (Piano Designer)

Adjusting Overall Piano Sound

Customize master tuning, temperament, and hammer response.

Editing the Grand Piano Tone

Grand Piano Tone Settings

Fine-tune lid, resonance, key-off, single note tuning, volume, and character.

Connecting Piano and Mobile Device via Bluetooth

Play Music Through Piano Speakers (Bluetooth Audio)

Listen to music from a mobile device via the piano's speakers.

Using Piano with Apps (Bluetooth MIDI)

Apps Compatible with Piano

List of apps like Roland Piano App and Piano Designer.

Connecting to Apps

Steps to connect the piano to a mobile app via Bluetooth.

Bluetooth Pairing Troubleshooting

Resolving "Using Piano with App" Pairing Issues

Steps to resolve issues if pairing fails or needs to be reset.

Assigning Piano IDs

How to assign unique IDs to pianos in multi-piano environments.

Convenient Functions

Saving and Loading Piano Setups

Save/load custom piano settings via USB flash drive.

Initializing Memory (Format Media)

Erase all saved files from internal memory or USB drive.

Restoring Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

Reset all piano settings to their original factory defaults.

Disabling Panel Buttons (Panel Lock)

Lock the control panel to prevent accidental changes.

Making Various Settings (Function Mode)

Basic Settings Configuration

Configure Bluetooth, sound, and keyboard-related settings.

Keyboard Mode Settings

Adjust settings for Whole, Split, Dual, and Twin Piano modes.

Song Playback Settings

Control song transpose, SMF, and audio volume.

Pedal Function Settings

Customize pedal functions and effects.

MIDI and Operation Settings

Configure MIDI transmit, language, display, and volume limits.

Auto Off and Auto Memory Backup

Manage power saving and automatic settings backup.

Troubleshooting Sound Issues

No Sound or Incorrect Pitch

Address problems like no sound, incorrect pitch, or doubled sounds.

Resonance and Tone Changes

Troubleshoot issues related to resonance and tone variations.

Troubleshooting Playback and Control Issues

Pedal Malfunctions

Address pedal connection, function, and stuck issues.

Song Playback and Recording Errors

Resolve problems with song playback, recording, and audio.

Other Operational Issues

Troubleshoot power, panel lock, and volume level problems.

Error Messages and Resolutions

USB Flash Drive Errors

Understand and resolve errors related to USB flash drive operations.

Internal Memory and MIDI Errors

Address issues with internal memory, MIDI data, and system errors.

Main Specifications

Sound Generator and Keyboard Details

Details on the piano's sound engine and keyboard action.

Power, Dimensions, and Accessories

Information on power, physical size, and included items.

Tone List Reference

Piano Tone Categories

Comprehensive list of all available piano sounds.

Other Tone Categories

Comprehensive list of all available non-piano sounds.

Voice, Drum, and Guitar Tones

List of available voice, drum, and guitar instrument sounds.

Orchestral and Synth Tones

List of orchestral, strings, and synthesizer instrument sounds.

Internal Song List

Listening Songs List

List of songs categorized for listening.

Entertainment Songs List

List of songs categorized for entertainment.

Ensemble and Educational Songs

Songs for ensemble playing and educational purposes.

Using the Unit Safely

Important Safety Warnings and Cautions

Important safety notices regarding usage and potential hazards.

Handling and Moving Precautions

Guidelines for safely moving the piano and its components.

Bench Usage Safety

Safety advice for using the piano bench.

Important Notes and Precautions

Power, Placement, and Cleaning

Guidelines for AC adaptor use, unit placement, and cleaning.

Repairs, Data Backup, and Legal Notices

Advice on data backup, repairs, and intellectual property rights.

Index

Alphabetical Topic Index

An alphabetical listing of topics and their corresponding page numbers.

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