Rodgers Classic Keyboard C-220 User manual

1300 N.E. 25
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AVENUE -HILLSBORO, OREGON 97124 - 503/648-4181

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PATENTS
G.B 1312161
FRG. 22 02 658
CANADIAN 951550
(1974)
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ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may
be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute arisk of electrical
shock
to persons.
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maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
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RODGERS INSTRUMENT CORPORATION
1300 NE 25th Avenue
Hillsboro
OR 97124
[phone]
CopyrightC> 1990, Rodgers Instrument Corporation. All rights reserved.
Printed in the United States ofAmerica.

Assembly of RODGERS;"C-220 Classic Keyboard
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1) Remove all the parts listed below from both cartons. If there is aproblem, contact your local Rodger's dealer.
NOTE: Place the parts that have decorative surfaces on asurface such as a carpet or cloth
to not damage the organ decorative surfaces. It is suggested that you read these
instructions completely through before attempting any assembly in order to be
familiar with the complete procedure.
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1
Description
C-220 Organ Assembly
Music Rack Assembly
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1
Description
Speaker Base Assembly
Bench Pack
2) Remove the black speaker grill frame assembly from the front of the speaker base. It is secured by velao
fasteners. A simple pull toward you should easily remove it. .
3) Fmd the speaker cable that is located in a black recess approximatelyin the middle of the speaker base. The
cable has a large brown connector on the end of it. Pull the.cable out to make it easily accessable. Make note
of the orientation of the 3keying.flats on the connector.
4) Carefully lift the front edge of the organ keyboard assembly enough to see underneath, and locate in
approximately the middle of the bottom of the organ keyboard assemblya recessed hole tha.: contains a brown
socketed connector. Note the orientation of the connector's keying flats.
5) Place the organ keyboard assembly on top of the speaker base..
6) Connect the speaker cable (located in step 3) to the brown socketed connector (located in step 4) in the bottom
of the organ keyboard assembly.
NOTE: The speaker cable connects to the bottom of the organ keyboard assembly to
a matching connector that is in a recessed hole' in the bottom of the organ keyboard
assmbly. The connectors are keyed so' you must match the flats of the connectors in
order to press them together.
6) Locate the two black shoulder bolts near the left andright rear comers of the speaker base. There are tWo
corresponding key hole type connectors in the bottom of the organ keyboard assembly that lock into the black
shoulder bolts.
7) Position the organ keyboard assembly over the shoulder bolts and slide the organ keyboard forward toward the
front of the speaker base to lock them together.
8) Turn the 2 thumb screws fmger tight. NOTE: Do not overtighten the thumb screws. They should onlybe
firmly tightened not overly tightened.
9) Relace the black speaker grill frame assembly secured by the velcro fasteners).
10)
Connect the power cord to the back panel and attach the music standi.
11) Refer to the C-220 Owner's manual on how to run the C-220 demo songs to test the operation of the
instrument.
12) Reverse the above procedure to disassemble the C-220 Classic Keyboard when necessary.
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Safety Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS
IMPO-RTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING When using this instrument, always follow basic precautions, including the following:
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Read all the instructions before using,
adjusting,
or repairing this instrunlent.
To reduce the risk of injury, supetvise children
closely when children
are - around the
instrument.
Use this instrument only in the manner
recommended by Rodgers Instrument Corp.
Do not use this instrument near water, for
exanlple, near aswimming pool, a damp or wet
room.
Use of this instrument, either alone or in
conlbination with
an amplifier and headphones
or speakers, may be capable of producing
sound levels that could cause permanent
hearing loss. DO NOT operate for along
period of time at ahigh volume level or at a
level
that is uncomfortable. If you experience
any hearing loss
or ringing in the ears, -you
should consult
an audiologist.
Locate
the instrument so its position does not
interfere with its proper ventilation.
Locate the instrument away from heat
sources
such as radiators, heat registers, or other
products that radiate heat directly onto the
Instrument.
Protect the instrument from dust as much as
possible. -
Connect the instrument to a power source only
of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the instrument.
Do NOT attempt to defeat the grounding
connection of the three-prong attachment plug.
This is asafety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug into the outlet, contact an
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
NOT defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
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16)
Unplug the power cord of the instrument from
the power source when left unused for a long
period of time.
Do not walk on, or place objects on top of the
power-cord.
Do not pull the cord, rather hold the plug when
unplugging the power cord plug from the
power source.
When setting up with other instruments or
peripherals, follow the procedures in
accordance with
Rodgers' instruction manual.
Take care so that objects do not fall or liquids
spill into
the instrument.
Setvice the instrument with qualified service
personnel when:
a.
The power cord or plug has been damaged.
b. Objects have fallen
or liquid has spilled into
the instrument.
c. The instrument has been exposed to rain or
other weather damage.
d. The instrument does not appear to operate
normally, or exhibits a marked change
in
performance.
e. The instrument has been dropped or the
enclosure damaged.
Do not attempt to service the instrument
beyond that described in the user maintenance
or technical setvice manuals. Refer all other
servicing to qualified technical service
personnel.
WARNING: THIS INSTRUMENT MUST BE EARTH GROUNDED.
You must GROUND instruments equipped with a TYPE AC, 3 WIRE GROUND PLUG.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

FCC Notice
Radio and Television Interference
The Rodgers Classic Keyboards
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C-220 uses and generates small amounts of radio-frequency (RF)
energy. The instrument complies with the limits set for" Class A and Class Bcomputing devices.
FCC Rules, Subpart J, Part 15 define the limits for radio and television interference in aresidential
installation.
Follow the installation and the use instructions in this m"anuaI, or the instrumentcould potentially
cause interference with some radio or television reception. In the unlikely event that this occurs, we
encourage the user to try the following corrective measures.
•Turn the instrument OFF to see if it is the actual source of the
interference.
•Disconnect the peripheral devices and their input/output cables one at
atime. If the interference stops, it is caused by the peripheral device
or its I/O cable.
•Try coiling and uncoiling the instrument's power cord in different
ways.
•Connect the instrument's power cord to apower outlet on adifferent
circuit.
•Move the instrument farther away from the radio or television
receiver.
•Turn the radio or television receiver until the interference stops.
•Connect the radio or television receiver to adifferent power circuit.
•Reorient or move the receiver antenna farther away from the
instrument. "Consider installing arooftop antenna with coaxial cable
lead-in between the antenna and receiver.
•Consult the nearest Rodgers Classic Keyboards 1M dealer for more
information if the above corrective measures don't remove the
interference.
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Table of Contents
CAUTIONS &Notice to Users
Safety Instructions
FCC Notice
Table of Contents
Hearing the Demo Songs/Factory Reset
Overview of the C-220
Playing the C-220
Additional Features
C-220 MIDI
A Word about MIDI
C-220 MIDI System
MIDI Control of your C-220
Receive Channels
Assigning sounds to MIDI channels
Local Ofr Selection
U sing Soft - Thru
Program Changes
C-220 Care
Connecting your C-220 to external amplification
Using the C-220 Amplification System for other Instruments
Using Headphones
Placement of the C-220
Precautions
Maintenance
Memory Battery
Factory Reset
Specification
MIDI Implementation
Implementation Chart
inside cover
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Hearing the Demo Songs
Your C- 220 is equipped with three demonstration songs which will introduce afew of its
sounds. To hear these SOngS9 follow this procedure:
For continuous play:
1) Press the FUNCTION tab to light it.
2) Press ENSEMBLE P(the three demo songs will play continuously.)
3) Press FUNCTION again to stop playback and return to Play Mode.
To play one demo song:
1) Press the FUNCTION tab to light it.
2) Press ENSEMBLE MF for song # 19 ENSEMBLE Ffor song #2 and
ENSEMBLE FF for song #3.
3) Press FUNCTION at any time to return to Play Mode.
DeDlo Songs
oENSEMBLE
ENSEMBLE ENSEMBLE ENSEMBLE
FUNCTION P MF F FF
~~~~~ .. ~ ... ~~o 0 0
Allegro
1
from Water Music
Handel
o My Father (traditional)
2
arranged: Tom Hazleton
in memoriam:
Alexander Schreiner
3
Polonaise in A major
Chopin
Note: Demo sound level may be set with the expression pedal before the demo begins to play.
Factory Reset
To return the C-220 to the factory settings
9do
this:
1) Turn OFF the C-220.
2) Press and HOLD the FUNCTION tab.
3) Turn ON the C-220.
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Congratulations on your purchase ofthe Rodgers Classic Keyboards™ C-220. The C-220
is a high quality musical product which will give you many years of enjoyment.
The Classic Keyboards™ C-220 is asingle keyboard instrument offering piano, organ,
orchestral and contemporary sounds in afine wood grain cabinet. It features a 2 channel
60 watt audio system (120 watts total) with three speakers per channel. significantly
clearer and more powerful than other products in the same price range. You'll enjoy the
rich, satisfying stereo sounds built into your C-220.
The RS-PCM (Re-Syntheslzed Pulse Code Modulation) sounds in your C-220 are
unmatched in sound quality. Each sound has been carefully sampled and shaped using
the finest instruments available, such as a world-class concert grand for the Acoustic Piano
to real wind-blown organ pipes for the Organ Principal. String and Flute sounds.
The velocity sensitive keyboard of the C- 220 responds to your touch and varies the attack
of selected sounds for greater musical expression and authenticity.
The C-220 also offers an advanced MIDI control system which allows you to access the
sounds in the C-220 from other MIDI devices, such as keyboards or sequencers. Your
C-220 can also transmit MIDI infonnatlon on any ofthe 16MIDI channels, making it easy
to control external MIDI sounds and effects from the C-220 keyboard.
The C-220panel offers straight~forward control of all the instrument's features, allOWing
you to get started easily. The control of the C-220's advanced features and MIDI system
is also logical, and you will find it easy to qUickly master these more advanced features.
We'resureyouwillwanttostartmakingmusicwithyourC-220rightaway,so here's aqUick
ovelView
of this owner's manual:
• Playing the C-220
> . An introduction to the basic features of the C-220
• Additional Features
> Explanation and operating procedures for more advanced features
• C-220MIDI
>A basic explanation of what MIDI is and how the C-220 MIDI system
works
• Performance Suggestions
> Ideas about how to get the most out of your C-220 right away
•Care of the C-220
> Care and maintenance infonnaUon for the C-220, along with
infonnaUon about hooking other equipment to the C-220
Thank you for choosing the Rodgers Classic Keyboards™ C-220.
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The Expression Pedal controls the volume output from
the internal speakers. headphone jack, and output
jacks. By pressing the Expression Pedal forward, the
volume becomes louder. By pressing the pedal back, the
volume becomes softer.
Press the Whole tilt tab. and select a sound as explained
in Selecting Sounds above. This sound will play over the
full range of the keyboard. The Whole tilt tab will
remember the selected sound and its Vibrato. and
Chorus settings.
To tum the C-220 off. press the rocker tab to 0
(down).
Press the top of the tilt tab to select the desired
sound. It will light. indicating the sound has been
selected.
To
tum the C-220 on. press the rocker tab at the far
left
of the control panel to 1(up). The Whole Mode.
Piano sound. will always come up when the
instrument is turned on.
IX1AL SPUT LOWER UPPER REVERB CHORUS VIBRATO co~~SnD PRINCIPAL PRlNCIP
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8' 4' 16 8' 4'
Press the Dual tilt tab. press the Upper tilt tab, and select
a
sound. Press the Lower tilt tab, and select another
sound. Both sounds will play simultaneously as long as
the Dual tilt tab islit. The Dual tilt tab will remember the
selected sounds and its Vibrato and Chorus settings
until new settings are made. (Note: The Upper Chorus
setting is dominant. If the Upper Chorus setting is
"OFF', then the Lower Chorus setting becomes
dominant.)
As a shortcut. it is possible to select both Upper and
Lower sounds in Dual without pressing the Upper or
Lower tilt tabs. Press Dual. Press and hold the fIrst
sound selection. This sound will be assigned to Upper
or Lower (whichevertilt tab is lit). While holding the frrst
sound selection. press the second sound selection. This
will be assigned to Upper or Lower (whichever tilt tab is
not lit).
Note:
The C-220 has 30 note polyphony. which means a
total
of thirty voices will play at one time. Use
discrimination when selecting Ensemble combinations
in the Dual Mode. since each note played is actually
keying up to a maximum of 7voices. This may cause
notes to begin dropping out.
Press the Split tilt tab, press the Upper tilt tab. and
select the sound to be played in the upper part of the
keyboard. Press the Lowertilt tab. and select the sound
to be played in the lower part of the keyboard. Keys
above
the Split Point will play the Upper sound, and
keys below the Split Point will play the lower sound. The
Split tilt tab will remember the selected sounds and its
Vibrato and Chorus settings until new settings are
made. (Note: The Upper Chorus setting is dominant. If
the Upper Chorus setting is "OFF', then the Lower
Chorus setting becomes dominanL)
The Split Point may be changed by holding the Splittilt
tab on and pressing a key on the keyboard. The key
pressed will be the lowest note of the Upper sound.
As a shortcut. it is possible to select both Upper and
Lower sounds in Split without pressing the Upper or
Lower tilt tabs. Press Split. Press and hold the fIrst
sound selection. This sound will be assigned to Upper
or Lower (whichever tilt tab is lit). While holding the
first selection, press the second sound selection. This
will be assigned to Upper or Lower (whichevertilt tab is
not lit).
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The Brilliance Knob is located to the right of
the powerswitch. By turning the knob to the
right. the selected sounds become brilliant
and bright. By turning the knob to the left.
the selected sounds become mellow.
When this tilt tab is llluminated, the lowest note played
below
the Split Point will additionally play the selected
sound(s) one octave lower.
The C-220 is equipped with a number of controls which allow the sounds to be altered. These controls are accessed
by pressing the Function tilt tab. which will illuminate.
With
the Function tilt tab on. all of the tilt tabs normally used to select sounds are assigned different functions.
The settings of these functions can then be changed by pressing the Variation ('fr .(),) tilt tabs. With the Function
tilt tab on, Dual becomes the Variation Up. and Whole becomes the Variation Down. as the arrows under the tilt tabs
indicate.
Mer the selection(s) from the Function settings have been made. press the Function tilt tab again to return to the
normal sound functions.
Note: Specific
Function settings will be described in detail below and on the following pages.
ELECTRIC STRING FLUI1!
ORGAN CELESTE CEUlSTB
8' 8'
OROI OROI OROI OROI
OBOE lRUMPET SlRINGS CHIMES CHOIR PIANO HARPS!
CHORD GUITAR
12345678 9
10 11
12 13
14 15 16
When using the Variation tilt tabs to increase or decrease the setting of afunction. an illuminated bar graph is
displayed by llluminating several of the sound tilt tabs.
Starting with the 1(Electric Organ) tilt tab and extending to the right, additional illuminated tilt tabs will continue
to light through the 8(Choir) tilt tab as the Function setting is increased As the Function setting is decreased. the
tilt tab lights will tum off and extend back to 1(Electric Organ).
(NaTE: Some Function settings (Vibrato, Reverb, Chorus) will only use a part oJthe bar graph (l through 8) and not all
numbersjrom -8 through 16.)
-6 -7 -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -I
2 3 4 5 6 7 6 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
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