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Roland XV-5050 User Manual

Roland XV-5050
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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland XV-5050.
Convention Used in This Manual
Words enclosed in square brackets indicate buttons or a dial or a knob on the panel.
(p. **) indicates a reference page.
* The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display.
Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer
sounds), so what you actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.
Copyright © 2001 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the
written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS” (p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (pp. 3–4), and “IMPORTANT NOTES”
(p. 5). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of
the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every
feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s Manual should be read in its entirety. The
manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
Listening to the Demo Songs
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1. Hold down the [EXIT] button and press the [ BANK] button.
The DEMO PLAY screen appears in the display.
2. Turn the [VALUE] dial to choose the song you want to hear.
Choose “CHAIN PLAY” to hear all songs performed in order, starting with the first song.
3. Press the [ENTER] button to start demo song playback.
4. Press the [EXIT] button to stop the performance and return to the song-selection screen.
Press the [EXIT] button again to leave the DEMO PLAY screen.
* No data for the music that is played will be output from MIDI OUT.
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XV-5050 Owner’s Manual
02890967 ’03-7-8N
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Table of Contents

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General IconGeneral
BrandRoland
ModelXV-5050
CategoryInverter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Listening to the Demo Songs

Important Safety Instructions

Using the Unit Safely

Important Notes

Power Supply Precautions

Details precautions related to power circuits, connections, and avoiding line noise.

Unit Placement Guidelines

Guidelines for positioning the unit to avoid interference and ensure proper operation.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the unit and avoiding damage from chemicals.

Repairs and Data Loss Information

Information on data loss during repairs and the importance of backing up data.

Additional Operational Precautions

Covers handling the display, buttons, impact, and heat radiation.

Features

Polyphony and Multitimbrality

Describes the unit's voice polyphony and multitimbral capabilities.

Expressive Tone Creation

Highlights the sound creation capabilities and improvements over previous models.

Powerful Internal Effects (COSM)

Details the advanced internal effects processors and their features.

Digital System Compatibility

Explains the digital audio output options for connecting to digital systems.

USB Connectivity

Notes the front panel USB connector for computer connectivity.

General MIDI System Level 2 Support

Explains compatibility with the General MIDI System Level 2 standard.

Wave Expansion Board Options

Discusses the support for optional SRX Series Wave Expansion Boards for enhanced sound creation.

Patch Finder and Phrase Preview

Describes features for easily finding and auditioning sounds.

Favorite Patch List Management

Explains how to save preferred patches for quick access.

Panel Descriptions

Front Panel Overview

Details the controls and indicators on the front of the XV-5050 unit.

Rear Panel Overview

Details the connectors and ports located on the rear of the XV-5050 unit.

Getting Ready

Connecting Devices and Equipment

Provides guidance on connecting the XV-5050 to external audio systems and MIDI devices.

Powering the Unit On and Off

Explains the correct procedure for powering the XV-5050 unit on and off.

Restoring Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

Details the process to reset all parameters to their original factory defaults.

Quick Start

Playing Sounds

Covers patch playback, preview settings, and using external MIDI devices.

Playing Patches (Phrase Preview)

Auditioning sounds using pre-programmed phrases without external devices.

Setting Sound Preview Method

Configuring patch preview modes (Phrase, Chord, Single).

Using External MIDI for Patch Playback

Connecting MIDI keyboard and matching channels for control.

Choosing a Patch

Selecting patches using basic methods, banks, and categories.

Setting Patch Pitch (Octave Shift)

Adjusting a patch's pitch in one-octave steps.

Switching Operational Modes

Navigating between Patch, Performance, Rhythm Set, and GM modes.

Playing Layered Patches

Layering multiple patches to sound simultaneously for richer textures.

Managing Performance Parts (On/Off)

Enabling or disabling individual parts within a Performance.

Assigning Patches to Performance Parts

Changing the patch assigned to a specific part in a Performance.

Changing Part MIDI Reception Channel

Setting the MIDI channel for receiving messages for each part.

Keyboard Split with Different Patches

Dividing the keyboard into ranges and assigning different patches to each.

Setting Part Note Ranges

Adjusting the lower and upper key ranges for each part in a Performance.

Selecting Performances via MIDI

Switching between Performances using external MIDI messages.

Chapter 4 Using the XV-5050 Effects

Turning Effects On/Off

Explains how to globally enable or disable the unit's built-in effects processors.

Patch/Rhythm Set Mode Effect Settings

Details how to set effects like Multi-Effect, Chorus, and Reverb in Patch/Rhythm Set mode.

Audio Signal Flow (Patch/Rhythm Set)

Illustrates the path of audio signals through effects in Patch/Rhythm Set mode.

Setting Procedure for Tone/Rhythm Tone Effects

Outlines the steps for setting direct sound output and effect application for each tone.

Performance Mode Effect Settings

Explains how to use up to three Multi-effects within a Performance.

Basic Process of Making Effects Settings (Performance)

Details the procedure for applying effects in Performance mode.

Setting Procedure for Performance Effects

Describes setting direct sound output and effect amounts for each Part in a Performance.

Multi-Effects Settings (Performance)

Details parameters for selecting and configuring Multi-Effects used in Performances.

Chorus Settings (Performance)

Details parameters for selecting and configuring Chorus effects used in Performances.

Reverb Settings (Performance)

Details parameters for selecting and configuring Reverb effects used in Performances.

Multi-Effects Parameter List

Lists the 90 different kinds of effects available for the Multi-Effects processor.

Chapter 5 Saving a Sound You Create

Saving Edits to Internal Memory (WRITE)

Explains how to save modified patches, rhythm sets, or performances to USER memory.

Initializing a Sound (INIT)

Details how to reset parameters in current patches, performances, or rhythm sets to factory defaults.

Protecting Internal Memory (PROTECT)

Explains how to prevent accidental overwriting of USER memory data.

Transmitting Sound Settings (XFER)

Describes how to transmit settings to external MIDI devices or USER memory.

Chapter 6 Other Settings/Status Checks

Making Overall System Settings

Covers system-wide settings like LCD Contrast and Power-Up Mode.

Selecting Common Controllers for Global Use

Allows selection of four MIDI controllers for global use in patches or performances.

Establishing the MIDI and USB Settings

Details MIDI channel configurations and USB driver settings for computer connectivity.

Setting Sound Preview Method

Configures the method used for previewing sounds in different modes.

Making Equalizer Settings

Allows adjustment of equalization for each output jack.

Adjusting Overall Tuning (Master Tune/Key Shift)

Covers Master Tune and Master Key Shift settings for overall pitch adjustment.

Scale Tune Options

Allows selection of tuning scales other than equal temperament.

Saving System Settings

Explains how to save the current system configuration settings.

Chapter 7 Using the XV-5050 as a General MIDI Sound Module

Entering and Using GM Mode

Describes how to activate and use the General MIDI mode for score playback.

Initializing GM Sound Generator

Explains the initialization process for correct GM score playback.

Modifying GM Mode Settings

Details how to adjust parameters like effects, pan, and level for each part in GM mode.

GM Mode Effects Settings

Explains how to apply GM-exclusive Chorus and Reverb effects independently.

Making Part MIDI Receive Settings

Details how each part transmits and receives MIDI messages.

Making Part Settings (Volume, Pan, Pitch)

Explains how to select GM patches/rhythm sets and adjust volume, pan, and pitch for each part.

Chapter 8 Examples of Applications Using the XV-5050

Controlling XV-5050 with External MIDI Device

Demonstrates using controllers for real-time modification of Multi-Effects and Tone settings.

Patch Applications: LFO and Multi-Effects Sync

Shows how to synchronize LFO cycle and Multi-Effects to the system tempo.

Tone Delay Time Matching System Tempo

Explains how to synchronize a tone's delay time with the system tempo.

Pedal Switch for Rotary Effect Speed Control

Details how to control the rotary effect speed using an external pedal switch.

Playing Phrase Loops in Sync with System Tempo

Explains how to play phrase loops in sync with the system tempo.

Changing Part Settings via External MIDI Device

Demonstrates remote control of part settings like volume, panning, and pitch via MIDI.

Matrix Control Applications

Shows how to control TMT and Multi-Effects parameters using LFOs and other controllers.

Installing the Wave Expansion Board

Cautions for Wave Expansion Board Installation

Provides essential safety precautions to prevent damage during board installation.

Wave Expansion Board Installation Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for physically installing an optional wave expansion board.

Checking Wave Expansion Board Installation

Procedure to verify if the wave expansion board has been installed and recognized correctly.

Installing & Setup the Driver

What is the USB MIDI Driver?

Explains the function of the USB MIDI Driver software for computer communication.

Driver Installation for Windows 98 / Me Users

Step-by-step guide for installing the XV-5050 driver on Windows 98/Me systems.

Driver Installation for Windows 2000 Users

Step-by-step guide for installing the XV-5050 driver on Windows 2000 systems.

Specifying MIDI Output Destination

Configures the MIDI output destination for applications like Windows Media Player.

Deleting the USB MIDI Driver

Instructions for removing the USB MIDI driver if installation fails or issues arise.

Using OMS on Macintosh

Details the process for installing and configuring the XV-5050 driver with OMS on macOS.

Using FreeMIDI on Macintosh

Outlines installing and configuring the XV-5050 driver with FreeMIDI on macOS.

FreeMIDI Configuration Settings

Explains how to configure FreeMIDI settings for the XV-5050.

Troubleshooting

Error Messages

Lists common error messages and their corresponding causes and recommended actions.

Waveform List

Patch List

Rhythm Set List

Performance List

MIDI Implementation

Channel Voice Messages

Details MIDI channel messages including Note, Pressure, Control Change, Program Change, Pitch Bend.

Controller Messages (CC)

Details specific Control Change messages like Volume, Pan, Expression, Portamento, and effect sends.

Program Change and Channel Messages

Covers Program Change, Channel Pressure, and Pitch Bend messages.

System Realtime and Exclusive Messages

Covers Active Sensing, Universal Non-realtime, and Universal Realtime System Exclusive messages.

Global Parameter Control via MIDI

Explains how global parameters like Master Tune and Master Key Shift are controlled via MIDI.

Data Transmission (MIDI Exclusive)

Details how to transmit data via MIDI, including Data Request and Data Set messages.

Parameter Address Map

Provides a detailed map of XV-5050 parameters and their MIDI address offsets.

Specifications