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General| User Sets | 4 |
|---|---|
| Sound Engine | SuperNATURAL |
| Number of Bass Buttons | 72 buttons |
| Accordion Sets | 16 |
| Bellows | High-resolution pressure sensor |
| Power Supply | AC adapter or batteries |
| Weight | 6.5 kg |
| Treble Modes | 3 modes |
| Connectors | Headphone, USB |
| Effects | Reverb, Chorus |
| Audio Output | Headphone |
| Battery Life | Approximately 5 hours |
| Number of Keys/Buttons | 26 treble keys |
Explains the manual's content and how to use it.
Details text formatting and symbols used in the manual for clarity.
Highlights the FR-1x's ability to produce sound without an amplifier and battery operation.
Explains the sound generation technology for realistic accordion sounds.
Describes the sampling of acoustic accordions for authentic sound.
Covers the use of orchestral sounds with bellows articulation and organ sounds with rotary effects.
Explains playing drum sounds with the left hand and adding new sounds via internal memory.
Explains the advanced bellows sensing and resistance control.
Highlights USB audio playback and controlling external MIDI devices.
Lists benefits of electronic instruments like weight, sound variety, and stability.
Explains the meaning of WARNING and CAUTION symbols and notices.
Explains the meaning of general caution, forbidden action, and must-do symbols.
Covers avoiding modification, proper placement, avoiding liquids, and handling the unit carefully.
Advises against overloading outlets and using damaged cords.
Details precautions for using, handling, charging, and disposing of batteries.
Covers proper ventilation, unplugging, cleaning, and keeping children away.
Notes on power supply, AC adaptor heat, and turning off power before connections.
Advice on unit placement regarding interference, heat, humidity, and stability.
Guidance on cleaning the unit with dry cloth and mild detergent.
Warning about data loss during repairs and the need for backups.
Detailed precautions for battery storage, temperature, and handling.
Reminders about saving data, careful operation, display handling, and cable connections.
Instructions for connecting, handling, and precautions for USB memory devices.
Introduces the main parts of the FR-1x: treble, bass/chord, and bellows.
Explains the function and adjustment of the bellows resistance regulator and air button.
Details the function of the treble section controls including USB, orchestral, registers, and player buttons.
Details the function of the bass section controls including registers, buttons, volume, and display.
Location for installing 8 AA-type rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
Describes the DC IN, MIDI OUT, USB COMPUTER, OUTPUT, and PHONES sockets.
Explains powering the FR-1x via AC adaptor or batteries and connecting to amplification.
Step-by-step guide on connecting the AC adaptor and power cord to the unit and outlet.
Instructions for inserting and removing 8 AA-type Ni-MH batteries and battery status indication.
How to check the battery level and interpret the display indicators.
Expected battery life, factors affecting it, and rechargeable battery considerations.
Explains the Auto Off function that powers down the unit after inactivity.
Guide on connecting the FR-1x to external audio systems using output jacks.
Step-by-step instructions for attaching the provided shoulder straps to the FR-1x.
Instructions on using an attachment strip to secure cables to the strap.
Procedures for turning the FR-1x power on and off, including volume adjustment.
Guide on connecting headphones and adjusting volume, noting internal speakers mute.
Safety advice for handling headphones and connecting them to the unit.
Explains the FR-1x display elements and indicators for status and functions.
Instructions on how to play and select demo songs on the FR-1x.
Explains how to recall and select different instrument Set configurations on the FR-1x.
How to select accordion, orchestral, and organ sounds for the right-hand keyboard.
Lists available accordion sounds and how registers select them.
Details orchestral sounds and organ sounds with rotary effects.
How to mute the treble section by holding a register.
Explains how to combine orchestral/organ sounds with accordion sounds.
Describes the left-hand bass and chord buttons, including reference caps.
How to transpose the treble section up or down by one octave.
How to select accordion sounds for the bass and chord section using bass registers.
How to select orchestral sounds for bass and chord sections using orchestral buttons.
How to add drum/percussion sounds to the bass/chord section by pressing the DRUMS button.
How to select or exit Free Bass mode using the FREE BASS button.
How to select orchestral sounds specifically for Free Bass mode.
Instructions for copying mp3/WAV files to a USB memory's root directory.
Lists supported audio file formats, sampling frequencies, and bit rates.
Advice on naming audio files to ensure proper display on the FR-1x.
Steps to insert USB memory and start playback using the PLAYER buttons.
How to select specific audio files from the USB memory using SET and PARAM LIST registers.
How to adjust the volume level of the audio playback.
How to start, stop, and set up the metronome for practice.
How to transpose the keyboard pitch to play in different keys.
How to adjust balance and apply Musette Detune for accordion sound tuning.
How to mute internal speakers for external amplification or battery saving.
Step-by-step guide to saving the current FR-1x settings into User Program memories.
Instructions on how to load previously saved User Program settings.
Guide on how to modify existing User Programs and save the changes.
How to archive User Programs from the FR-1x to a USB memory device.
How to load saved User Programs from a USB memory back to the FR-1x.
How to load instrument Set configurations from USB memory into internal User Set locations.
How to add new instrument sounds from a USB memory to the FR-1x.
Emphasizes the need to save settings as changes are lost when the unit is switched off.
Guide on entering parameter mode and navigating settings.
Procedures for saving parameter adjustments made in the settings menu.
Details parameters like Audio Level, Balance, Musette Detune, Master Tune, and Transpose.
Adjusting volume levels for drum, orchestra, and organ sounds.
Controls for simulating specific acoustic accordion noises like valve and button sounds.
Setting tempo, time signature, level, and function for the metronome.
Selecting different reverb effects for sound ambiance and applying delay effects.
Selecting chorus types and adjusting their level for added richness.
Setting velocity sensitivity for orchestral sounds on treble and bass/chord buttons.
Adjusting bellows response and stereo image width.
Selecting different treble button layouts for accordion styles.
Choosing the note system for Free Bass mode, with different accordion varieties.
Specifying the number of bass and chord button rows available.
Enabling bass-to-treble play and assigning functions to bass buttons.
Setting auto-power-off duration and switching internal speakers on/off.
Adjusting output level and overview of USB data management functions.
Brief explanation of MIDI and its purpose in music technology.
Steps for connecting external MIDI devices using the MIDI OUT socket.
Default MIDI channels for FR-1x sections and their transmission.
How to connect the FR-1x to a computer via USB for MIDI data transfer.
Detailed list of MIDI parameters available on the FR-1x for configuration.
Steps to enter parameter mode and select specific MIDI parameters to adjust.
How to save changes made to MIDI parameters.
Setting to enable/disable external sequencer control via USB.
Setting MIDI channels and transposing octaves for treble, bass, and free bass sections.
Setting MIDI channel and transposing octaves for the chord section.
Setting MIDI channels and transposing octaves for orchestra sections.
Setting the basic MIDI channel for Set selection.
Managing program change transmission and filtering bellows expression messages.
Transmitting velocity data, either fixed or proportional to key pressure.
Setting the resolution of bellows expression data transmitted via MIDI.
Selecting the USB driver (generic or vendor) for computer connection.
How to reset the entire FR-1x to its original factory default settings.
How to restore factory defaults for individual User Set memories.
Checks for no sound issues, including volume, balance, and bellows.
Troubleshooting treble/bass section sound issues and general unresponsiveness.
Common bass button problems and MIDI communication troubleshooting.
Covers USB memory read/write problems and bellows erratic behavior.
Lists error codes (E01-E07) and their meanings/actions.
Details piano-type and button-type keyboard specs, modes, and bellows sensor details.
Details polyphony, wave ROM, tones, registers, effects, and PBM technology.
List of controls and specifications for the audio player function.
Details on AC adaptor, battery requirements, expected battery life, and connectors.
Specifications for USB connector, physical dimensions, and unit weight.
List of items included with the FR-1x and optional accessories.
Chart showing how characters are displayed on the FR-1x screen.
Details of MIDI messages the FR-1x receives, including Channel Voice and System messages.
Details of MIDI messages the FR-1x transmits, including Channel Voice and System messages.
Table mapping Program Changes to FR-1x registers and sound names.
Table mapping Set families and numbers to MIDI Program Change numbers.
Summary chart detailing MIDI functions, transmitted/recognized messages, and parameters.
Contact details for Roland service centers and distributors worldwide.
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