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Roland JUPITER-X User Manual

Roland JUPITER-X
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Owners Manual
Owners Manual (this document)
Read this first. This Owners Manual explains the basic operations of the JUPITER-X (Ver. 3.0 and later).
* You can check the instrument’s current version by accessing [MENU]
&
[INFORMATION].
PDF Manual (download from the Web)
5
Reference Manual
This explains all functions of the unit.
5
Parameter Guide
This explains parameters of the unit.
5
Sound List
This lists the sounds that are built into the unit.
5
MIDI Implementation
This is detailed reference material regarding MIDI messages.
Ver. 3.0 and later
To obtain the PDF manual
1.
Enter the following URL in your
computer.
https://www.roland.com/manuals/
I
2. Choose JUPITER-X” as the product name.

Table of Contents

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Roland JUPITER-X Specifications

Power IconPower
power supplyAC 117–240 V, 50/60 Hz
power consumption20W
Sound and Effects IconSound and Effects
preset tones4, 000 or greater
user tones256
drum kits90 or greater
Connectivity IconConnectivity
bluetooth profile supportA2DP, GATT
headphones jacksStereo miniature phone type, Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
main out jacks1/4-inch phone type, XLR type
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
width1, 090 mm
depth447 mm
height119 mm
weight16.9 kg

Summary

Manual Introduction and Access

Owner's Manual Overview

Introduces the purpose and scope of the JUPITER-X Owner's Manual.

Accessing the PDF Manual

Explains how to find and download comprehensive PDF manuals from Roland's website.

Obtaining the PDF Manual Online

Provides step-by-step instructions to download the full PDF manual via URL.

Using the Unit Safely

Understanding Safety Notices and Symbols

Explains warning and caution symbols and their meanings.

General Safety Precautions

Lists essential safety guidelines to prevent electrical shock, fire, and injury.

Important Notes and Precautions

Power Supply and Placement Guidelines

Details electrical connections, power supply noise, and optimal unit placement for performance.

Maintenance, Repairs, and Data Handling

Covers care instructions, service advice, and data backup/restoration procedures.

General Operational Precautions

Lists important considerations for daily use, including environmental factors and handling.

Specifications and Legal Information

Main Technical Specifications

Lists key hardware and performance details of the JUPITER-X synthesizer.

Intellectual Property and Trademarks

Outlines copyright information, third-party rights, and brand acknowledgments.

Placing the JUPITER-X on a Stand

KS-10Z Stand Setup Instructions

Guides on correctly positioning the unit on the KS-10Z stand, including width adjustment.

KS-12 Stand Setup Instructions

Guides on correctly positioning the unit on the KS-12 stand, including width and height alignment.

Overview of JUPITER-X Features

Understanding Scenes, Models, and Parts

Explains core concepts for performance setup: scenes, sound engines (models), and parts.

I-Arpeggio and Tone Functionality

Details the arpeggiator feature and how sounds (tones) are assigned and edited.

Top Panel Controls: Overview

Common Section Controls

Describes general operation buttons, display, and navigation controls.

I-Arpeggio Section Controls

Details knobs and buttons for selecting and controlling arpeggio patterns.

Top Panel Controls: Sound Shaping

LFO, OSC, Mixer, and Filter Controls

Explains parameters for sound synthesis: LFO modulation, oscillators, mixer levels, and filters.

Amplifier and Envelope Controls

Details volume control and ADSR envelope parameters for dynamic shaping.

Top Panel Controls: Effects and Performance

Effects and Display Controls

Describes MFX, Reverb, Chorus, Delay parameters and secondary display functions.

Performance and Parameter Adjustment Controls

Covers transpose, octave, wheels, sliders, and assignable buttons for performance control.

Rear Panel Connectivity

Power, MIDI, and Audio Connections

Details essential input/output ports for power, MIDI devices, and audio signals.

USB, Headphones, and Ground Terminals

Explains computer interfaces, headphone output, and grounding connections.

Basic Operation: Power, Volume, and Speakers

Powering the JUPITER-X On and Off

Instructions for startup, shutdown, and the auto power-off function.

Volume and Speaker Settings

How to control overall volume and enable/disable the built-in speakers.

Using the Scene Function

Recalling and Editing Scenes

How to switch between, recall, and modify performance setups (scenes).

Saving Scenes

Procedure for storing custom scene configurations to preserve settings.

Selecting and Playing Tones

Model Bank Tone Selection

Methods for choosing sounds (tones) from model banks and categories.

Single Setup and Tone Changes

Instructions for playing single tones and switching sounds from the top screen.

Editing and Saving Sounds

Sound Editing Basics and Components

Overview of OSC, FILTER, AMP, LFO, ENV, and EFFECTS for sound manipulation.

Saving Custom Sounds (Write Operation)

Steps to save user-created tones to memory.

Using the I-Arpeggio Function

Basic Arpeggio Operation

How to enable, select mode, and generate arpeggios.

Arpeggio Pattern and Timing Adjustments

Modifying tempo, shuffle feel, and note duration for arpeggio patterns.

Arpeggio Pattern Customization

Selecting Arpeggio Types and Rhythms

Choosing phrases and rhythms for arpeggio patterns.

Editing Probability and Strength

Customizing note appearance probability and variation strength.

Arpeggio Step Editing

STEP EDIT Operations Overview

Guide to using the step editing interface for creating custom arpeggio patterns.

Copying and Erasing Arpeggio Data

Methods for managing step edit data, including copying from I-ARP or scenes.

Using Step Edit Data for Arpeggios

Applying Step Edit Data to Parts

Specifying which parts will use step-edited arpeggio patterns.

ARP PART EDIT Configuration

Adjusting settings like Switch and Arp Mode for step-edited parts.

Performance Functions

Keyboard Split and Layering (Dual)

Splitting the keyboard for different tones or layering sounds.

Pitch, Velocity, and Portamento Adjustments

Controlling transpose, velocity sensitivity, and pitch glide effects.

Bluetooth® Functionality: Audio and MIDI

Pairing and Connecting Mobile Devices

Establishing Bluetooth connections for audio playback from mobile devices.

Mobile Device Integration for MIDI Control

Using the unit with music apps via Bluetooth MIDI for control.

Bluetooth® Management

Differentiating Multiple JUPITER-X Units

Setting unique Bluetooth IDs to distinguish multiple units.

Disabling Bluetooth Functionality

Turning off Bluetooth features when not in use to conserve power or avoid interference.

Connecting External Equipment

Pedal and Microphone Connections

Connecting sustain pedals, expression pedals, and microphones for performance.

Computer Connectivity and Driver Installation

Linking to a computer via USB and installing the necessary dedicated driver.

USB Flash Drive Operations

USB Flash Drive Management

Connecting, formatting, and understanding USB port details.

Backup and Restore Procedures

Saving and loading user data, settings, and scenes to a USB flash drive.

Data Import and Export

Restoring Backup Data

Loading previously saved user data (scenes, tones, settings) from a USB flash drive.

Importing Tones and Scenes

Adding external sounds (tones) and performance setups (scenes) to the unit.

Exporting User Data

Exporting Tones and Scenes

Saving user-created sounds (tones) and performance setups (scenes) to USB.

Exporting Step Edit Patterns

Saving custom arpeggio step data as MIDI files (SMF).

System Settings and Initialization

Returning to Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

Resetting all user-edited parameters and settings to their original factory defaults.

Saving and Writing System Settings

Procedure for saving current system configurations to memory.

System Parameter Details: General and Tempo

General System Settings

Parameters for aging simulation, tuning, USB, and input/output levels.

Arpeggio and Tempo System Settings

Settings for arpeggio synchronization, tempo source, and sync output.

System Parameter Details: Controllers and MIDI

Controller Assignments and Microphone Settings

Mapping functions to controls and adjusting microphone input parameters.

Compression and MIDI System Settings

Settings for microphone compression and basic MIDI communication.

System Parameter Details: MIDI and Color

MIDI Transmit/Receive and USB Settings

Configuring MIDI message flow, USB driver, and tone control mapping.

System Color Set Options

Customizing button illumination colors for different modes or sets.

Controller Function Assignments

Button and Slider Function Assignments

Mapping functions to S buttons, SL1, SL2 sliders, and other assignable controls.

Pedal and Wheel Function Assignments

Mapping functions to connected pedals and performance wheels.

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