Rhodes 660 User manual

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Rhodes move BBO
Owner’s Manual
Thank you, and congratulations on your purchase of the Rhodes Model 660. The
Model 660 is an electronic keyboard instrument that contains a full palette of high -
quality sounds, produced by its RS-PCM process sound source, and is also capable
of serving as a multi-timbral sound module. It can be used alone, for keyboard
performances, or combined with a sequencer or the like for ensemble performance.
In order to get a good understanding of the unit's wide range of superior functions,
and assure continuing satisfaction, please read this manual in its entirety.
Copyright © 1989 by ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in
any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

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How to Use This Manual
This
manual,
in
three
main
sections,
explains
the
functions
and
procedures
necessary
for
normal
play
of
the
instrument,
and
the
various
types
of
settings
and
how
they
are
made.
It
should
be
read
while
referring
to
the
table
of
contents
when
necessary.
Provided
at
the
rear
is
an
alphabetical
index,
which
is
convenient
to
use
when
you
are
uncertain
about
something
during
operation
of
the
unit.
The information provided in each section is as follows:
Section I PLAYING
Here
explained
is
how
the
Model
660
is
played;
including
connection
of
external
equipment,
tuming
on
power,
selecting
tones, and using the performance functions.
Section I CHANGING SETTINGS
On
the
Model
660
a
variety
of
settings,
such
as
those
for
sounds
or
performance
functions,
can
be
altered
as
desired.
This
section
explains
how
to
make
such
settings,
and
how
the
various
functions
work.
Section I USING MIDI IN PERFORMANCE
Explained
here
are
the
basic
concepts
behind
MIDI,
how
MIDI
is
used
on
the
Model
660
and
how
the
settings
are
made,
along
with
explanation of applications using other MIDI devices.
FEATURES
@ RS - PCM Process Sound Source
Equipped
with
an
RS
-
PCM
sound
source,
the
same
as
that
which
has
won
acclaim
for
the
Roland
U-20.
You
are
thus
provided
with easy access to realistic, dynamic, high - quality sounds.
@
A
Wealth
of
Tones
Contained
Internally
Starting with piano and organ, in total there are 128 different
sounds
(Tones)
contained
within
the
Model
660.
Moreover,
you
can
increase
the
number
of
Tones
even
further
by
adding
optional
PCM Cards (Rhodes SN - UO! Series).
@ Keyboard Well - suited for Performance
Instantaneous changes for a variety of settings, such as selection of
the tone, or whether effects are on are off can be made. The
convenience can be well appreciated in live performance.
@ Comprehensive Performance Functions
A variety of key effects can be used to enhance your
performances, including Harmony, Chase, and Arpeggio.
@ Equipped with Digital Effectors
More breadth and depth can be obtained with sounds, since the
unit is provided internally with Chorus and Reverb effectors.
@ Serves as Multi - Timbral Sound Module
The Model 660 is capable of being used as a multi - timbral sound
module, with 6 separate parts. It provides readily for ensemble
performances when connected with a sequencer.

CONTENTS
IMPORTANT NOTES cecccceccecccerreccceteceterencceereestesteesseeees 6
PANEL DESCRIPTION coreeesececeeecccettteereececeereeneeeeeteenseees 7
Section I] PLAYING
(v Making CONNECTIONS evrscreseeeeeeestteeeeetteeeens 10
(2) Auditioning the Unit -:-------c ee eeeeeeeeeeee ll
1. Turning ON POWES creer erees eee ec rece eee ete eee ete eeeeneaees 1]
2. Listening to ROM Play ---------eeeeeeeee 12
3. Altering the Mixture of Sounds --+---+----+----+-- 13
Selection of a Key MOE coerce ees ecete re ecer eee eeeseteres 13
Selection of the Pane] Mode ----------++---+-eeereeeerrees 14
4. How Tones are Selected:---------:-+-eerereees 14
Selecting Tones from a PCM Carde---++-+++sesee-20 16
Changing PALtS vrcrereecee etree t eee eeeneereceseceneneseeseacrers 17
Changing PAtCheS «+-+--+ecceereceeeescrecccntevesenceeerenweees 17
[Concerning RS -PCM Sound Sources / Tone Types and
Maximum Simultaneously Producible Notes / Upper Limits
of Soundable Range] sgb'ecodbae cbeesccoiss se Vauseadsoe eens ccednoe see e sey. 18
(3) Usin g the Performance Functions..-.....- 19
Keyboard Effects (Velocity / Aftertouch)------------ 19
Using the Bender / Modulation Lever----------.------ 19
Adjusting the Tone with Brilliance Control -------- 19
On/Off of Effectors.::------1eesecereeeeeeeneeeeneneveeeertecees 20
Using a Hold Pedal -cc----ssccesccresseecnenseceneasesenenenens 20
Selection of Key Effects ------:cc:eeeeeeseeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeees 20
Transposition (Key Transpose)--1--+--+-sreee eee 22
Un \¢) Ree 22
(J Before Changing Any Settings.-..-...-.--- 24
1. Mode! 660 Organization ges ees eee hice caschitesees 24
Concerning Parameters-:-::+scscceececeeecseeereessenessnenes 5
Usage Of Patches ---reccscececeeeeeeeteceeeeeeeeceneeeeceeeeeenee 28
2. Basic Procedures for Making Changes --------- 29
How to Store Patches:--:::-::screseereeeeeeereeese reece eaeee 30
Restoring the Unit to the Factory Presets ------------ 31
[2] How to Make the Changes ----eee 32
BP Settings FOr Partgecc::-ccecreceeeeececeeeceereasccneerseeesees 32
2. Settings FOr TOmes-e:::::eeeeseeeeeseceeeceersserrereeeneeeee 34
Altering the Pitch --cccccec-seececeeeeessececeseuseseceeeeeeesees 35
Changing
the
Vibrato
Effect
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35
Changes In VOlUme -eeeececcenseeceeeeeeeeeeeceseeeeeeeneeeees 36
Settings for Drom Toneserssscccssreseeeersecaeenrecusennes 38
3. Settings for the Performance Functions-------- 39
Selection for Key Mode/Panel Mode -------+--+------+ 39
Setting a Split 176) 13 | eee 40
Setting Key Transpose dla d vaatnedpaete cdisaieonet aa senerens et tere 4)
Settings FOr CHOruse ec seeee reese eee erece eee eeee ene een ere een ees 4]
Settings for Reverb/Delay--1-1- ise eres 42
Selection of Key Effects --::cccccc reece eee eee ee eet ete en eens 43
Settings for Chase -rvreccerec rece e cet ee teen eee neee renee eens 43
Settings for Arpeggio Ciebnla pF Kelle wanede aaawtiacarsoaage deen 45
Setting for Hold Mode-errecrceeecetertceeeeeeste rer eeee enone 46
About MIDIseseeacweeanten 48
1. The Exchange of MIDI Data ---.--+-+--- ee 48
2. MIDI Messages Recongnized
by the Model 660 --- eee eeceeeeee reese neeceeten eee een een enee 49
Messages Handled for Each MIDI Channel
(Channel Messages) iidneloceetos Sepa cdias sa dtaes he heans 49
Messages Handled Independently MIDI Channels
(System Messages) psd deewosecetvacsniwctenesesseatnoten 50
(2] MIDI on the Model 660......-:::+e-e 51
1. The MIDI Data Flow---ecc:eeceesccsceseeesseereeeesens 5]
2. Changing Tones/Patches Using MIDI -.-------- 52
Changing 0 We) 1 eee 52
Changing Patches -ccrceerereecerersececneecseasetecn renters eens 52
3. Settings for MIDE cece eec tere eeeee teeter eeeen arena eee eees 53
Setting the MIDI Channel for the Part--------------- 53
Settings for other MIDI Parameters-:--+1-----+0-+ 53
(3) MIDI Applications lig Saree aaa ie 56
1. Use as a Multi - Timbral Sound Module.---...56
2. Using Sound Modules ----------:- 0-1 58
3. Transfer of Data Using
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TROUBLESHOOTING -----cectee ree rtt ee est cence ree ree eee settee en neee 62
OPERATION MAP erreeeccerec cscs serene rence eee reeserrenseseensrenewtane 64
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BLANK CHARTS > -reee re cree eccc reece ee cre etter en ete e ecto renee 7
ROLAND EXCLUSIVE MESSAGES eee re eee eee eee eee ees LL
MIDI IMPLEMENTATION PPrerererrer reer irre reer reer errs creer reer ee 76
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IMPORTANT NOTES
When employing an AC adaptor, make certain you use only one
that has been supplied by the manufacturer. Use of any other
power adaptor could result in malfunction or damage.
[Concerning the power supply]
@ Whenever you make any connections with other devices,
always tum off the power to all equipment first. This will help
in preventing malfunction, and damage to speakers.
@ Do not force the unit to share the same power outlet as one
used for distortion producing devices (such as motors, variable
lighting devices). Be sure to use a separate power outlet.
@ Before using the AC adaptor, always make certain the voltage
of the available power supply conforms to its rating.
@ Do not place heavy objects onto, step on, or otherwise risk
causing damage to the power cord.
@ Whenever you disconnect the AC adaptor from the outict,
always grasp it by the plug, to prevent intemal damage to the
cord and the hazard of possible short circuits.
@ If the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, unplug the
cord from the socket.
{Concerning placement]
@ Avoid using or storing the unit in the following places, as
damage could result.
© Places subject to extremes in temperature. (Such as under
direct sunlight, near heating units, above equipment
generating heat, etc.)
© Places near water and moisture. (Baths, washrooms, wet
floors, etc.) Places otherwise subject to high humidity.
© Dusty environments.
© Places where high levels of vibration are produced.
@ Should the unit be operated nearby television or radio
receivers, TV pictures may show signs of interference, and
static might be heard on radios. In such cases, move the unit
out of proximity with such devices.
[Maintenance]
@ For everyday cleaning, wipe the unit with a soft dry cloth, or
one that is dampened slightly. To remove dirt that is more
stubbom, wipe using a mild, neutral detergent. Afterwards,
make sure to wipe thoroughly with a soft cloth.
@ Never apply benzene, thinners, alcoho! or any like agents, to
avoid the risk of discoloration and deformation.
{Other Precautions]
@ Protect the unit from strong impact.
@ Avoid getting any foreign objects (coins, wire. etc.), or liquids
(water, drinks, etc.) into the unit.
@ A certain small amount of heat will be radiated from the unit,
and thus should not be considered abnormal.
@ Before using the unit in a foreign country, check first with your
local Roland Service Station.
@ At any time that you notice a malfunction, or otherwise suspect
there is damage, immediately refrain from using the unit. Then
contact the store where bought, or the nearest Roland Service
Station.
[Concerning memory backup]
@ Within the unit is contained a battery which serves in
maintaining the contents of memory while the main power is
off. The normal life of this battery is 5 years or more, but it is
strongly recommended that you change it every 5 years as a
rule. When it is time to change the battery, contact a Roland
Service Station.
* The first time you need to change the battery could occur before
5 years have passed.
@ When the battery gets weak the following will appear in the
display. By this time, it is possible that the contents of memory
have already been Jost.
“Check Internal Battery”
@ Please be aware that the contents of memory may at times be
lost; when sent for repairs or when by some chance a
malfunction has occurred. [mportant data should be saved on
*** | or written down on paper. During repairs, due care is
taken to avoid the loss of data, however, in certain cases, such
as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order, we
regret that it may be impossible to restore the data.

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PLAYING

[1] Making Connections
Since the Model 660 does not incorporate an amplifier or speakers within the unit, you will need to have a separate amplifier and speakers.
Before making any connections, first make sure you have power off on both this unit and your
amplifier or other equipment. If connections are made while power is on, you may cause damage to
the speakers, or the equipment.
The supplied cable can also be connected directly with ordinary audio equipment by removing the
plug adaptors, and using the phono plugs. In order to enjoy the capabilities of the unit to the full, we
recommend that you use it in stereo. However, if you wish to use it in mono, connect the cord to the
L (MONO) jack.
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