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Owner’s Manual Bedienungsanleitung Mode d’emploi Handleiding Manuale d’uso Manual del usuario MIDI Keyboard Controller PC-300 ENGLISH Owner’s Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland PC-300. The PC-300 is an easy-to-operate, dedicated keyboard controller for GS compatible sound modules fitted with a USB connector. This connection offers the advantage that the PC-300 can also be powered via USB, while ensuring compatibility with the new connection stan- dard for both IBM PC compatible and Macintosh® computers. Please take the time to read through this Owner’s Manual. That way you can feel assured that you understand every feature the unit offers, and will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation. Copyright © 2000 Roland Europe Spa All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Roland Europe Spa - Acquaviva Picena (AP) - Italy. 1 PC-300 1. Contents 2. About the PC-300 . .3 What is the GS Format (g)? . .3 3. Main features of the PC-300 . .4 4. Important notes . .5 5. Panel descriptions . .6 6. Connecting & setting up the PC-300 . .7 Power supply . .7 Setting up the PC-300 . .8 Powering up . .10 Setting the MIDI transmit channel . .11 Selecting sounds . .11 Selecting Drum Sets on a GS sound module . .12 7. Various useful functions . .13 Temporarily changing the pitch of a note (Pitch Bend) . .13 Adding vibrato (Modulation) . .13 Holding the notes your play (Sustain) . .13 8. Changing octaves . .14 9. Controlling a sound module with the DATA ENTRY slider . .15 Altering the timbre (Channel Aftertouch) . .15 Changing the velocity sensitivity . .16 Reverb level . .16 Chorus level . .16 Setting the sound location: Panpot . .17 Changing the volume . .17 If notes are stuck: Panic . .17 Assigning other control changes to the DATA ENTRY slider . .18 10. Troubleshooting . .19 11. Specifications . .20 2 Owner’s Manual 2. About the PC-300 ENGLISH The Roland PC-300 is a MIDI keyboard About the sounds contained in a GS controller designed to provide for the con- sound module venient transmission of Program Change A GS sound module contains 128 basic and Bank Select messages, as well as a vari- sounds (“Capital Tones”) and a number of ety of other MIDI messages (such as Variation Tones. The mapping for the Reverb and Chorus information) to an Capital Tones is compatible with Level 1 of external sound module. It contains no the General MIDI System. Capital Tones internal sound source. It is particularly are stored in bank 0, while the Variations suited for controlling sound modules that are stored in banks 1 through 127. The comply with the GS Format. (Called sim- number of available Variation Tones ply “GS sound modules” in the following.) depends on the sound module you are using. Please see the manual of the sound What is the GS Format ( )? module(s) your are using to find out how g may sounds there are and how to access The GS Format is a standardized set of them. specifications for Roland’s sound sources which defines the manner in which multi- About the Drum Sets Provided by a GS timbral sound generating units will Sound Module respond to MIDI messages. All devices The MIDI channel used for the Rhythm compatible with the GS Format bear the Set/Drum Set/Drum Part of a GM/GS GS logo. Every module or device with the module (MIDI channel 10) provides for GS logo will respond in the same way to the use of several Variation Sets in addi- the MIDI messages sent from the PC-300. tion to the basic Drum Set (Standard Set: Note: All Roland GS sound modules also fully program change number PC01). Though support Level 1 of the General MIDI System most Drum Sets can be selected using pro- (m). gram change messages, the module your are using may also contain a number of In 1990, the MIDI standard incorporated Variation Sets. Please see its manual for the Program Change/Bank Select message details. cluster (selection of sounds using both Note: If a Variation Tone or Variation Drum program numbers and control change Set you have requested is not available in the numbers CC00 and CC32). The GS GS module you are using, the module may not Format accommodates this form of sound sound at all, or use a Drum Set with different selection, which allows for a much larger sounds. number of sounds to be selected. 3 PC-300 3. Main features of the PC-300 USB connector Complete range of control The PC-300 comes with a USB connector features that allows you to connect it to an IBM Since the keyboard provides for sound compatible PC or a Macintosh® computer selection that uses combinations of fitted with USB connectors (iMac®, G4, Program Change and Bank Select mes- etc.). This connector allows for high-speed sages (CC 00 and CC 32), you can also data transfer and supplying power to the select any of the Variation Tones that may connected devices. be available on a GS sound module. In addition, a variety of continuous con- USB drivers trollers (Control Changes) can be assigned The PC-300 is supplied with various USB to the DATA ENTRY slider. The slider can drivers for both IBM compatible and then be used for controlling the desired Macintosh® computers. See the included parameter (Reverb or Chorus Depth, for booklet for details. example) of a GS sound module. Superb playability and expres- Makes Desk Top Music (DTM) siveness more enjoyable This standard 49-key keyboard velocity The PC-300 is very compact, so it requires sensitive and therefore allows you to only a minimal amount of desktop space. express even the finest nuances. In addi- The PC-300 is sure to become an invalu- tion, an Octave Shift feature allows you to able part of any DTM setup, since it can conveniently shift the soundable range up be used for real-time or step recording, as or down. Moreover, the PC-300 is well as for practice while listening to equipped with a Pitch Bend/Modulation “minus-one” playback. lever, and provides a SUSTAIN SWITCH jack for connecting a Sustain/Hold pedal. 4 Owner’s Manual 4. Important notes ENGLISH Be sure to only use the supplied Roland Maintenance ACA series adapter. Use of any other AC • For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, adapter could result in damage, malfunc- dry cloth or one that has been slightly damp- tion or electric shock. ened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be Power supply sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry • Before connecting this unit to other devices, cloth. turn off the power to all units; this will help • Never use benzene, thinners, alcohol or solvents prevent damage or malfunction. of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discol- • Be sure to set the POWER switch on the rear oration and/or deformation. panel according to the power source you are using (adapter or USB). Additional precautions • Do not use this unit on the same power circuit • Protect the unit from strong impact. with any device that will generate line noise, • Do not allow objects or liquids of any kind to such as an electric motor or variable lighting penetrate the unit. In the event of such an system. occurrence, discontinue use immediately. • The power requirement for this unit is indicated Contact qualified service personnel as soon as next to the DC IN connector (rear panel) as possible. well as on the adapter’s nameplate. Be sure that • A small amount of heat will radiate from the the outlet you choose meets this requirement. unit during normal operation. • Avoid damaging the adapter’s power cord: do • Before using the unit in a foreign country, con- not step on it, place heavy objects on it, etc. sult with qualified service personnel. • When disconnecting the AC adapter from the • Should the unit malfunction, or if you suspect power outlet, grasp the plug itself; never pull on there is a problem, discontinue use immediately. the cord. Contact qualified service personnel as soon as • If the unit is to remain unused for an extended possible. period of time, unplug the adapter. • To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not open the unit. Placement • Do not subject the unit to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle). Avoid using or storing the unit in dusty or humid areas, or areas that are subject to high levels of vibration. • Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transform- ers) may induce hum. • This device may interfere with radio and televi- sion reception. Do not use it in the vicinity of such receivers. 5 PC-300 5. Panel descriptions [1] BENDER/MODULATION lever [2] DATA ENTRY slider [3] MIDI SELECT button & indicator [4] POWER indicator [5] OCTAVE [–]/[+] buttons [6] MIDI CHANNELS keys SUSTAIN SWITCH KEYBOARD/PC DC IN connector select switch connector MIDI OUT USB connector POWER DC IN/USB connector switch [7] DATA ENTRY ASSIGNMENT keys [8] CC SELECT key [9] BANK SELECT [L] & [H] keys [10] PROGRAM CHANGE key [11] PANIC keys [12] NUMERIC ENTRY keys [13] CANCEL key [14] ENTER key 6 Owner’s Manual 6. Connecting & setting up the PC-300 ENGLISH The PC-300 can be powered using the Using the supplied adapter supplied adapter, or via a USB connection Note: Be sure to use only the specified AC with your computer. adapter (ACA series).