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Roland FP-8 User Manual

Roland FP-8
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Roland
Advanced
SA
synthesis
Digital
piano
EP=6
OWNER’S
MANUAL
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Roland FP-8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRoland
ModelFP-8
CategoryMusical Instrument
LanguageEnglish

Summary

OWNER'S MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

Advanced SA Sound Process

Explains Roland's Advanced SA Synthesis technology for realistic piano sounds.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Operational Guidelines and Precautions

Covers power supply, placement, maintenance, and general safety advice.

FEATURES

Tone Groups and Keyboard Features

Details the four tone groups, variations, and the weighted-counterlever keyboard.

FRONT PANEL

Controls and Indicators

Identifies and describes the functions of buttons, sliders, and the display.

REAR PANEL

Connectors and Power Switch

Explains AC inlet, power switch, MIDI connectors, and pedal jacks.

MUSIC STAND ASSEMBLY

SETTING UP

Power Cable and Pedal Connection

Steps for connecting the power cable and foot pedal.

GETTING STARTED

Initial Operation and Sound Adjustment

Covers turning on, playing, adjusting volume, stereo panning, and using headphones.

Sound Selection and Dual Function

How to select sounds, variations, and layer them using the Dual function.

Pedal Functions and Modes

Explains pedal usage, selecting pedal modes, and stereo panning.

EFFECTS

Chorus and Reverb

Details how to use and select variations of Chorus and Reverb effects.

DEMO SONGS

Playing Demonstration Songs

Instructions for selecting and listening to the built-in demonstration songs.

RECORD FUNCTIONS

Recording and Playback

Guide on how to record performances and play them back.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Keyboard Settings

Adjusts keyboard touch response and sets key transpose for playing in different keys.

MIDI Configuration

Transmit/Receive Channels

Configures channels for sending and receiving MIDI data.

Program Change and Mode

Manages sound selection messages and selects operational MIDI modes.

Tuning and MIDI Modes

Tuning and MIDI Mode Operations

Adjusts pitch with the tuning knob and selects operational MIDI modes.

CONNECTING AUDIO DEVICES

Listening Through Internal Speakers

Connects external audio sources to the FP-8 for playback via its speakers.

Recording on Cassette

Cassette Deck Recording

Instructions for recording audio output to a cassette deck.

Connection to Amplifier

Amplifier Connection

Guides on connecting the piano to an amplifier or PA system.

MIDI Guide

About MIDI and Connectors

Introduces MIDI, its uses, and the physical MIDI connectors on the FP-8.

MIDI Connections and Channels

Master/Slave and THRU Connector

Explains master/slave configurations and the MIDI THRU connector.

MIDI Channels

Details the importance of matching MIDI channels for communication.

MIDI Communication Modes

Omni Mode

Describes Omni ON/OFF modes for receiving MIDI messages.

Program and Control Change Messages

Explains messages for sound selection and musical expressiveness.

MIDI Implementation and Sequencers

MIDI Implementation Chart

Information on message compatibility between devices.

Using Sequencers

Discusses Local and Soft Thru functions for sequencer integration.

MIDI Program Change Number Table

Sound Mapping

Lists program change numbers for selecting specific sounds on the FP-8.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Issues and Solutions

Addresses problems like no sound, pitch issues, pedal errors, and sequencer interference.

SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Details

Lists keyboard, sound source, polyphony, effects, connectors, power, and dimensions.

ISM - INTELLIGENT SYSTEM OF MUSIC

System Expansion Products

Introduces Roland ISM products for enhancing the digital piano system.

RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE

FCC Compliance and Mitigation

Details FCC regulations, potential interference, and measures to correct it.

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