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Roland JUNO-DS User Manual

Roland JUNO-DS
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Owners Manual
(this document)
Read this rst. It explains the basic things you need to know in order to use the JUNO-DS.
PDF manual
(download from the Web)
5
Parameter Guide
(English)
This explains all parameters of the JUNO-DS.
5
MIDI Implementation
(English)
This is detailed information about MIDI messages.
To obtain the PDF manual
1.
Enter the following URL in your computer.
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2.
Choose JUNO-DS” as the product name.
Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY and Owners Manual (p. 20)). After reading, keep the document(s) including
those sections where it will be available for immediate reference.
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Contents
Panel Descriptions
.................................... 2
Top Panel
........................................... 2
Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)
................... 3
Installing Batteries
..................................... 3
Overview
............................................. 4
How the JUNO-DS Is Organized
.......................... 4
Basic Operation
....................................... 4
Playing the JUNO-DS
.................................. 5
Turning On/O the Power
............................... 5
Playing a Single Tone (Patch Mode)
........................ 5
Performing Multiple Sounds Together (Performance Mode)
..... 5
Changing the Key Touch (KEY TOUCH)
..................... 7
Shifting the Key Range in Semitone Steps (Transpose)
......... 7
Changing the Keyboard’s Pitch in One-Octave Steps
(Octave Shift)
........................................ 7
Using the Control Knobs to Vary the Sound
................. 7
Registering Favorite Sounds to a Button (FAVORITE)
.......... 7
Playing Arpeggios (ARPEGGIO)
........................... 8
Performing with Voice from a Mic
......................... 8
Importing a Sample and Playing It on the Keyboard
(SAMPLE IMPORT)
..................................... 9
Importing Audio Files (Sample)
........................... 9
Recalling a Sample
.................................... 9
Deleting Imported Samples
............................. 9
Editing Samples
...................................... 9
Editing Sounds
........................................ 10
Editing a Patch/Drum Kit
................................ 10
Editing a Performance
.................................. 10
Editing the Eects
..................................... 10
Saving Your Settings (Write)
............................. 10
Playing Rhythm Patterns
.............................. 11
Selecting and Playing a Rhythm Pattern
.................... 11
Changing the Tempo
................................... 11
Playing Audio Files (Audio Player)
...................... 12
Assigning Audio Files to Pads and Playing Them
.............. 12
Audio Player Operations
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Playing/Recording Patterns (PATTERN SEQUENCER)
..... 13
Playing Patterns
...................................... 13
Basic Operations for the Pattern Sequencer
................. 13
Recording Patterns
.................................... 13
Saving a Pattern
...................................... 15
Pattern Utility
........................................ 15
Overall Settings for the JUNO-DS
...................... 16
Accessing the Menu Screens
............................. 16
Making System Settings (SYSTEM)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Adjusting the Display Contrast
............................ 16
Adjusting the Display Brightness
.......................... 16
Enabling/Disabling the Auto-O Function
................... 16
Master Tuning
......................................... 16
Applying Reverb to the Mic Input
.......................... 16
Assigning the Function of the Control Pedal
.................. 16
Assigning the Function of the Control Knobs
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Convenient Functions (UTILITY)
.......................... 17
Playing the Demo Songs
................................ 18
Appendix
............................................. 19
Troubleshooting
...................................... 19
Error Messages
....................................... 19
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
............................... 20
IMPORTANT NOTES
.................................... 20
Shortcut List
.......................................... 22
Main Specications
.................................... 22
Owners Manual
Synthesizer

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Roland JUNO-DS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Polyphony128 voices
ArpeggiatorYes
Parts16 parts
Audio File PlayerWAV, AIFF, MP3
SamplingNo
Power SupplyAC adaptor
Current Draw600 mA
Audio RecorderNo
Keyboard61 keys
Wave Memory128 MB (as 16-bit linear equivalent)
EffectsMulti-effects: 3 systems, 80 types
DisplayGraphic LCD
Sequencer16-track
USBUSB MIDI/Audio
Weight5.3 kg
Preset MemoryOver 1200 tones
User Memory256 user tones, 8 drum kits
Wave Expansion Slots1 slot
ControllersPitch Bend/Modulation lever
ConnectorsMIDI (IN, OUT)
Dimensions1, 008 (W) x 300 (D) x 97 (H) mm; 39-11/16 (W) x 11-13/16 (D) x 3-7/8 (H) inches

Summary

Obtain PDF Manual

Download PDF Manual

Instructions on how to download the full PDF manual from Roland's website.

Panel Descriptions

Top Panel Controls Overview

Detailed explanation of the JUNO-DS synthesizer's top panel buttons, knobs, and other controls.

Keyboard Controls

Buttons related to keyboard functions like split, dual, super layer, arpeggio, and key touch.

Phrase Pad Controls

Buttons and controls related to the Phrase Pad section of the JUNO-DS.

Rear Panel Connections

Details on the rear panel jacks and connectors for microphones, MIDI, audio output, and USB.

Installing Batteries

Instructions for installing AA batteries into the JUNO-DS for portable operation.

Overview of JUNO-DS Organization

JUNO-DS System Architecture

Explanation of how the JUNO-DS is organized into Controller, Sound Generator, and Effects sections.

Basic Operation Guide

Fundamental operations like navigating menus, changing values, and saving settings.

Operating the JUNO-DS

Powering On and Off

Procedure for safely turning the JUNO-DS synthesizer on and off.

Playing Single Tones (Patch Mode)

How to select and play individual sounds (patches) on the JUNO-DS.

Performing Multiple Sounds (Performance Mode)

How to select and play performances, combining multiple patches or drum kits.

Split Mode Operation

How to set up and use the Split mode to play different sounds with the left and right hands.

Dual Mode Operation

How to use the Dual mode to layer two sounds for a richer tone.

Super Layer Function

Using the Super Layer function to overlay sounds for a thicker, detuned effect.

Adjusting Keyboard Touch Response

How to set the keyboard's sensitivity to touch velocity (light, medium, heavy).

Transposing the Keyboard

How to shift the keyboard's pitch range up or down in semitone steps.

Octave Shift Adjustment

How to shift the keyboard's pitch range up or down in octave steps.

Saving and Recalling Favorites

How to register and recall frequently used patches and performances using the FAVORITE buttons.

Using the Arpeggiator

How to activate and use the arpeggiator to automatically play note patterns.

Microphone Performance

How to connect a microphone and perform with vocals, adjusting mic input levels.

Vocoder and Auto Pitch Effects

How to use the vocoder and auto-pitch effects to alter vocal performances.

Sample Import and Playback

Importing Audio Files

Steps to import WAV or AIFF audio files from a USB flash drive into the JUNO-DS.

Recalling Imported Samples

How to assign and play imported audio samples on the JUNO-DS keyboard.

Deleting Imported Samples

Procedure for removing audio samples from the JUNO-DS internal memory.

Editing Imported Samples

How to edit parameters of imported audio samples, such as loop point and original key.

Editing Sounds and Settings

Editing Patches and Drum Kits

How to edit individual patches and drum kits using the EDIT MENU.

Editing Performances

How to edit performances, including individual part settings, using the EDIT MENU.

Editing Effects

How to adjust multi-effects, chorus, and reverb settings for patches and performances.

Saving Your Settings (Write)

Procedure for saving edited patches, drum kits, and performances to memory.

Playing Rhythm Patterns

Selecting and Playing Rhythm Patterns

How to select rhythm pattern groups and play individual patterns assigned to pads.

Adjusting Rhythm Pattern Tempo

How to change the tempo for rhythm patterns using the TEMPO button or TAP tempo.

Audio Player Functionality

Assigning Audio Files to Pads

How to assign audio files from a USB drive to the JUNO-DS pads for playback.

Audio Player Operations

Details on playback controls like play, stop, rewind, fast-forward, and loop settings.

Pattern Sequencer Operations

Track Muting Function

How to mute individual tracks within a pattern while it is playing.

Playing Patterns

How to play back patterns that have been recorded or selected.

Selecting and Playing Patterns

How to choose and play patterns from the pattern bank.

Recording Patterns

Procedure for recording keyboard performance and knob movements into a pattern.

Erasing Pattern Data

How to erase parts of a track or an entire pattern using the ERASE button.

Setting Pattern Length

How to specify the number of measures for a pattern, up to eight.

Saving Recorded Patterns

How to save created patterns to the JUNO-DS's memory or a USB flash drive.

Pattern Utility Functions

Copying Patterns

How to copy pattern data from one pattern to another or to a specific track.

Initializing Patterns

How to reset a pattern to its default state.

Importing SMF Data

How to import Standard MIDI Files (SMF) into the JUNO-DS.

Exporting Patterns to SMF

How to export pattern data as Standard MIDI Files (SMF) to a USB flash drive.

Overall JUNO-DS Settings

Accessing Menu Screens

How to navigate through the JUNO-DS's menu system to access settings.

System Settings Configuration

How to configure system-wide settings such as Master Tune, EQ, and Auto Off.

Mic Input Reverb Settings

How to apply reverb effects to the microphone input signal.

Control Pedal Assignment

How to assign functions to the connected control pedal.

Control Knob Assignment

How to assign functions to the four control knobs for custom control.

Formatting USB Flash Drives

Instructions for formatting a USB flash drive for use with the JUNO-DS.

Data Management and System Operations

Backing Up JUNO-DS Data

How to back up user data, settings, and patterns to a USB flash drive.

Restoring JUNO-DS Data

How to restore backed-up data from a USB flash drive back to the JUNO-DS.

Restoring JUNO-Di Backup Data

How to load JUNO-Di backup data into the JUNO-DS.

Factory Reset Procedure

How to return all JUNO-DS user settings to their factory default state.

Playing Demo Songs

How to select and play the built-in demo songs.

Troubleshooting and Error Handling

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for common problems encountered during JUNO-DS operation.

Troubleshooting: Power Issues

Solutions for when the JUNO-DS does not power on.

Troubleshooting: No Sound

Solutions for when no sound is produced from the JUNO-DS.

Understanding Error Messages

Explanation of common error messages and their corresponding actions.

Safety and Important Notes

Safety Precautions: Unit Placement

Important safety guidelines for placing the JUNO-DS on a stand or surface.

Safety Precautions: Power Supply

Guidelines for using the correct AC adaptor and voltage to prevent damage.

Safety Precautions: Ground Terminal

Careful handling instructions for the ground terminal screw.

Important Notes and Precautions

General notes covering data backup, placement, keyboard care, and repairs.

Reference Information

Shortcut List

A quick reference guide to JUNO-DS shortcut key combinations.

Main Specifications

Technical specifications and dimensions for the Roland JUNO-DS synthesizer.

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