To Next PageTo Next PageWhat to do if there is no sound for a specific layer on my Roland Electronic Keyboard?
If there's no sound for a specific layer on your Roland Electronic Keyboard, check the following settings: * LAYER LEVEL sliders * Volume settings in Layer edit * Audio Volume settings * Rhythm Volume settings Ensure that the Layer’s volume level is not turned down in any of these settings.
Why are the tones altered on my Roland Electronic Keyboard?
If the tones on your Roland Electronic Keyboard are altered, it might be because a Live Set was activated. When a Live Set is called up, the current Tone, efefct, and other settings are disabled, and the selected Live Set takes efefct. To resolve this, resave your desired settings to a Live Set.
General| Keyboard | 88 keys (PHA-4 Concert Keyboard: with Escapement and Ebony/Ivory Feel) |
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| Polyphony | 128 voices |
| Display | Graphic LCD 320 x 240 dots |
| Power Supply | AC 117 V, AC 230 V, AC 240 V (50/60 Hz) |
| External Storage | USB Flash Memory |
| Sound Generator | SuperNATURAL Piano |
| Tones | Over 1100 tones |
| Effects | Reverb |
| Weight | 21.7 kg / 47 lbs 14 oz |
| Dimensions | 1, 400 (W) x 367 (D) x 140 (H) mm |
| SMF File Player | Standard MIDI Files (Format 0/1) support |
| Audio File Player | WAV |
| Recorder | SMF (Format 0) |
| Connectors | INPUT jacks (L/MONO, R) |
Lists essential safety precautions for operating the unit, covering power, environment, and usage.
Explains the meaning of warning and caution symbols used in the manual.
Explains the meaning of common symbols used in the manual for warnings and instructions.
Details safe operational practices, including avoiding extreme environments and proper ventilation.
Covers electrical connection guidelines and optimal unit placement for performance and longevity.
Provides guidance on cleaning, repairs, and careful handling to prevent damage or malfunction.
Details how to care for the keyboard and outlines intellectual property rights regarding product content.
Explains how to move the cursor and edit parameter values using various controls.
Describes the Tone screen, Live Set screen, and knob/slider operations.
Explains the Controller and Sound Generator sections and their interaction.
Defines "Tone" and "Live Set" and how they are structured and used.
Describes temporary, rewritable, and non-rewritable memory types and their uses.
Covers overall volume, layer volume, and pitch bend/modulation controls.
Explains how to disable panel buttons and transpose the keyboard performance.
Details how to access the MENU and MIDI Control screens and assign functions to buttons.
Guides users on how to select individual sounds (tones) using category buttons and selection controls.
Explains how to combine multiple tones (layering) and divide the keyboard into sections (split).
Details how to add and adjust reverb, modulation FX, tremolo, and distortion effects.
Explains how to adjust EQ settings and add delay effects to shape the sound.
Covers assigning functions to knobs and illustrates the signal flow for reverb and delay.
Identifies and describes the functions of the main controls on the RD-800's top panel.
Explains the display functions and the cursor/value dial for navigation and editing.
Describes the function of Live Set, Tone, Rhythm/Song, and other editing-related buttons.
Details all rear panel ports for connecting external equipment like computers, pedals, and audio devices.
Provides the correct procedure for powering the unit on and off to prevent malfunction.
Explains how to access and play the instrument's built-in demonstration songs.
Guides users on modifying the tonal character and sonic image using the Tone Color knob.
Demonstrates how to adjust sound parameters like EQ, Tremolo, and Amp Sim using various knobs.
Explains how to navigate the Live Set Edit Menu and adjust layer-specific settings.
Introduces the Designer function for making detailed adjustments to individual tones.
Explains the concept of harmonic bars and "feet" in creating organ sounds.
Details how to use sliders and knobs to shape organ sounds, including rotary effects.
Guides on how to save current settings as a Live Set and specify startup sounds.
Explains how to rearrange the order of Live Sets for efficient performance use.
Covers how to play rhythms, change patterns, tempo, and volume.
Details how to record audio performances to a USB flash drive and listen back.
Explains how to modify playback speed, transpose, and volume for audio files.
Covers selecting, renaming, and deleting audio files from a USB flash drive.
Guides on how to access the menu and adjust system-wide settings.
Explains how to use the RD-800 to control external MIDI sound generators.
Details memory formatting procedures and configuring the auto power-off function.
Explains how to reset the RD-800 to its original factory default settings.
Guides on making detailed settings for each layer within a Live Set.
Explains how to customize the keyboard's touch sensitivity for different playing styles.
Details how to assign functions to connected pedals like damper, expression, and footswitches.
Explains how to assign specific functions to the ASSIGN knobs and the ASSIGN [5] button.
Guides on assigning functions to the [S1] and [S2] buttons for quick access.
Details how to adjust reverb type, level, and other parameters to add spaciousness.
Explains how to configure delay effects, including type, level, and feedback for sonic depth.
Guides on adjusting piano-specific parameters like stereo width, nuance, and resonance.
Explains the Tone Designer and details settings for electric piano tones.
Covers specific parameters for clav tones and general settings for other tone types.
Explains how to adjust tuning, level, and character for each key.
Details sympathetic resonance and editing tremolo/amp simulator effects.
Guides on adjusting modulation effects like chorus, flanger, and phaser.
Explains how to create organ sounds using harmonic bars and tone wheel settings.
Explains MIDI basics, connectors, and controlling external devices via MIDI.
Details how to select MIDI output ports and adjust individual layer volumes.
Guides on setting the MIDI transmit channel for each layer to control external devices.
Explains how to select sounds on external devices and set detailed transmit parameters.
Lists and explains various MIDI control parameters for keyboard range, velocity, and pedals.
Explains system functions like Master Tune, EQ, Button, and Pedal modes.
Details settings for retaining Reverb, Rhythm, Key Touch, and Tone states when switching Live Sets.
Covers USB driver selection, MIDI Thru switch, and MIDI OUT2 port mode configuration.
Explains how to set pedal polarity and select various tuning methods (temperaments).
Details how to select parts for sound production and transmit clock messages for synchronization.
Covers MIDI output ports for rhythm, audio volume, and display brightness.
Details settings for knob LED illumination, display themes, and the auto power-off feature.
Explains how to configure the stereo compressor (limiter) for the final output.
Introduces Live Set files and how to save them.
Guides on saving Live Set files to user memory or a USB drive.
Explains how to load previously saved Live Set files into the RD-800.
Details the procedure for deleting unwanted Live Set files from memory or USB.
Explains how to copy Live Set files between user memory and a USB flash drive.
Explains the Local Switch function for isolating controller and sound generator sections.
Covers Rec Mode for external sequencers and memory formatting operations.
Guides on restoring factory settings and importing Live Sets from files.
Explains how to reset the currently selected Live Set to its default state.
Explains how to turn MIDI Visual Control on/off and configure its basic settings.
Details the WPS procedure for connecting to a wireless LAN access point.
Explains how to check wireless LAN status and understand display icons.
Guides on selecting and connecting to specific wireless LAN access points.
Covers viewing wireless status and configuring wireless ID and Ad-Hoc mode.
Explains how to connect directly to devices without an access point.
Guides on checking IP and MAC addresses and network status.
Details how to connect the RD-800 to a computer using a USB cable for data transfer.
Explains how to use the RD-800 as a USB MIDI interface for MIDI data transmission.
Addresses problems with power, button operation, and no sound output.
Troubleshoots issues related to specific layers, connected MIDI devices, and sound ranges.
Addresses problems with effects not applying, pitch bend lever not working, and sound distortion.
Troubleshoots problems with key range, pitch inconsistencies, and sound cutoff.
Addresses problems with pedals, buttons, and effect assignments not working as expected.
Troubleshoots display irregularities, sound anomalies, and pedal/connection issues.
Addresses problems with wireless LAN connectivity and application recognition.
Lists common error messages and provides actions to resolve them.
Lists available Modulation FX, Filter, Dynamics, and combination effects.
Lists available Tremolo, Amp Simulator, Delay, and Reverb effects.
Lists key specifications for the keyboard, sound generator, polyphony, and tones.
Details specifications for effects, audio player, connectivity, power, and included accessories.
Provides FCC compliance information and other regulatory statements for the device.
