Rodgers PR-300 User manual
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CORPORATION
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NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
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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 shockto persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle
is
intended to alert the user to the
presence
of
important
operating
and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
Information
in
this document is subject to change without
notice.
No
part of this manual may
be
translated into any
language,
stored in a
retrieval
system,
reproduced
or
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or
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or
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Copyright© 1993, Rodgers Instrument Corporation. All rights reserved.
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Safety Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO ARISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING When using this instrument, always follow basic precautions, including the following:
1} Read all the
instructions
before
using,
adjusting,
or
repairing this instrument.
2)
To
reduce
the
risk
of
injury,
supervise
children closely when children are around
the instrument.
3}
Use
this
instrument
only
in the
manner
recommended
by
Rodgers
Instrument
Corporation.
4}
Do
not use this instrument near water, for
example, near aswimming pool, adamp or
wet
room.
5} Use of this instrument, either alone or
in
combination
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
alevel that
is
uncomfortable.
If
you
experience any hearing loss or ringing
in
the ears,
you
should consult
an
audiologist.
6}
Locate the instrument
so
its position does
not interfere with its proper ventilation.
7}
Locate
the
instrument
away
from
heat
sources
such
as
radiators, heat registers, or
other products that radiate heat directly onto
the instrument.
8}
Protect the instrument from dust
as
much
as
possible.
9}
Connect the instrument to apower source
only of the type described
in
the operating
instructions or marked
on
the instrument's
AC
adaptor.
If
you
are
unable to insert the
power adaptor into
an
outlet. contact
an
electrician
to
replace the outlet.
10)
Unplug the AC adaptor
of
the instrument
from the power source when left unused for
along period of time.
11)
Do
not walk on, or place objects
on
top of
the power cord.
12}
Do
not pull the power cord, rather hold the
AC
adaptor when unplugging the power cord
from the power source.
13}
When setting up with other instruments or
peripherals,
follow
the
procedures
in
accordance
with
Rodgers'
instruction
manual.
14)
Take
care
so
that objects do not fall onto or
liquids spill into the instrument.
15)
Service the instrument with qualified service
personnel when:
a.
The
power cord or AC adaptor has been
damaged.
b.
Objects have fallen onto or liquids have
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.
16}
Do not attempt to service the instrument
yourself. Refer all servicing
to
qualified
technical service personnel.
SAVE
THE
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INSTRUCTIONS
FCC
Notice
Radio and Television Interference
The Rodgers PR-300 Digital Sequencer
and
Sound Module uses and generates small amounts of
radio-frequency (RF) energy. The instrument complies with the limits set for Class Aand Class B
computing 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 manual,
or
the PR-300 could 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 PR-300 OFF to see if
it
is the actual source of the interference.
•Disconnect the keyboard instrument and the PR-300's input/output cables one at a
time. If the interference stops, it is caused by the keyboard instrument or its I/O
cable.
•Try coiling and uncoiling the PR-300's power cord
in
different ways.
•Connect the instrument's power adaptor to apower outlet on adifferent circuit.
•Move the PR-300 farther away from the radio or television receiver.
•Connect the radio or television receiver to adifferent power circuit.
•Reorient
or
move the receiver antenna farther away from the PR-300. Consider
installing arooftop antenna with coaxial cable lead-in between the antenna and
receiver.
•Consult the nearest Rodgers dealer for more information if the above corrective
measures don't remove the interference.
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Table
of
Contents
CAUTIONS and Notice
to
Users inside cover Sequencing
Safety Instructions i
FCC Notice
ii
Table
of
Contents
iii
Sequencing with the PR-300
28
Top
and
Front Panel 2Single Pass Sequencing
28
Rear Panel 2Saving aSequence to Disk 31
Control Functions 3
Basic Precautions 4Multi-Track Sequencing 33
What
is Multi-Track Recording? 33
Introduction 5
About this Manual 5Parallel Digital Imaging™ organs with
PR-300 Features 5Personal Memory Card™
and
Classic
Getting Started Keyboards™ organs 34
Preparing the Organ for
Multi-Track Recording
34
Making the Connections 6Preparing the PR-3oo for
PR-300
with.PDITM
Organs 6Multi-Track Sequencing 35
PR-300 w/other Rodgers organs &Keyboards 7Deciding
on
Channels and Instruments 35
Sequencing the First Part 36
Using Disks 8Recording Parts 2, 3and 4
40
Merging Tracks
40
Turning the Power ON 9Adding an Organ Part
42
Layering Sounds
of
the Rodgers organ 44
Listening to aSong on Disk 9
When
the Organ Can'tbe Recorded Last 45
Inserting the Disk 9Parallel Digital Imaging™ organs without
Selecting aSong 10
About the Demo Song Data
...
10 Personal Memory Card™
Starting Playback
11
(730,735,785,945)
47
Stopping Playback
11
Preparing the Organ for
Starting Playback Again from the Beginning
11
Multi-Track Recording 47
Starting Playback from the Middle
of
aSong 12 Preparing the PR-300 for
Transposing the Key
of
aSong 12 Multi-Track Sequencing 48
Adjusting the Tempo 13 Deciding
on
Channels and Instruments 48
Activating the Metronome 13 Sequencing the First Part 49
Using the Count-In Feature 14 Recording Parts 2, 3and 453
Activating and Muting Tracks 15 Merging Tracks 53
Using the Repeat Play Function 16 Adding an Organ Part 55
Playing Sounds
of
the PR-300
18
LTG Organs Equipped with MIDI Phase
II
58
Playing the PR-300 OS Sound Module 18 Preparing the Organ for
Channels 1-10 19 Multi-Track Recording 59
Channels 11-16
20
Preparing the PR-300 for
Playing Sounds
of
the PR-300
20
Multi-Track Sequencing 59
Selecting Sounds
on
the PR-300 21 Deciding
on
Channels and Instruments 60
Selecting PR-300 Sounds w/Program Changes 23 Sequencing the First Part
61
Saving Program Changes
24
Recording Parts 2, 3and 464
Using Program Changes with Merging Tracks 65
Variation Select Messages 25 Adding an Organ Part 67
How does Variation Select work?
26
Capitol Tones and Variations
27
Rodgers C-I00 and C-220 Classic
Sending Variation Select messages with Keyboards™
69
Program Changes
27
ANote for people using other keyboards
70
Preparing the PR-300 and
C-loo/C-220
for Multi-Track Recording
70
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Deciding
on
Channels and Instruments
72
Ways to Use
the
Markers 100
Sequencing
the
First
Part
73
Jumping to aMarker 100
Recording Parts 2, 3
and
4
76
RepeatPlay and Record 100
Merging Tracks
77
Auto Punch-In Record Range 101
Using Sounds
of
external keyboards PR-300 Editing Functions 101
or
sound
modules
79
102
When
the SendChannelCan't
Be
Changed
80
PauseMarks
Setting aPause
Mark
102
Deleting aPause
Mark
102
Additional Features Recording Pickup Notes
103
Other
PR-300 Features 83 PunchIn/Out Recording 104
Enabling Punch
hvOut
104
PR-300
Master
Tune 84 Automatic Punch
hvOut
104
Punch
WOut
Using
the
Button
or
Pedal 105
PR-300 Sound Function 85
Selecting PR-300 Sounds 85 Tempo Record 107
About
Part
10
86 Activating Tempo Record 107
Volume,
Pan
Reverb, Chorus and Expression
86
Using Tempo Record 108
Changing the Volume
of
aPart
86
DisablingTempo Record 108
Changing the
Pan
of
aPart
86
Playing withoutTempo Changes
(fempo
Mute) 109
Changing the Reverb
of
aPart
87
Changing the Chorus
of
aPart
87
Synchronizing the PR-300 with
Other
Devices
110
Changing the Expression Setting
of
aPart
87
Connecting the
PR-300
to
Changing the
Bend
Range
of
aPart 88
an
External
Sequencer
110
Setting other Parts 88 Setting PR-300 Synchronization 110
Executing Settings for the Parts 88 SettingTempo Record
111
Sync Recording
111
Selecting Reverb
and
Chorus
Type 89
Selecting Reverb
89
PR-300 Editing Features
Selecting Chorus (Cut, Copy, Paste, Erase)
112
What
the Buttons
do
112
Using aPedal to
Start
and
Stop the PR-300 90 Copy, Erase
or
Cut,
then
Paste 113
Changing the Volume Using an Expression Pedal
91
Pasting the Scratchpad Information
into the Song 114
Connecting an Expression Pedal 91 Listening to Information Stored
in
Activating the Expression Pedal 91 the Scratehpad 115
To Change the Volume
of
PR-300 Parts 91 Editing Examples 116
Recording Rhythm Parts 92 Quantize
117
Selecting the Drum Set
92
Loop Recording 93 Transposition
118
Recording Multiple Time Signatures 95 Creating
your
Own Count-In
Phrase
119
Using Chain Play 97 Undo 120
Changing the Metronome Resolution andTone 98 PR-300 Disk Functions 121
Saving aSong to
Disk
(SAVE) 121
Using Markers 99 Saving aSong to aDifferent
Name
(SAVE AS) 122
What is aMarker?
99
Copying
a
Song
on
the
Disk
123
Setting the Marker at the Start
of
aMeasure
99
Copying
All the
Songs
on
a
Disk
124
Setting the Marker in
the
middle
of
aMeasure
99
Song
Delete 125
Deleting aMarker 100 Formatting a
Disk
126
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MIDI Basics
IN
EXCL On/Off (System Exclusive) 135
Update On/Off 135
Soft-Thru On/Off 135
About MIDI 127 I-lOCh Out Int/Ext 135
The Four MIDI connectors ofthe PR·300 127 AWord About ISM
and
Standard MIDI Files 136
ISM Disks (3.5" size) 136
The PR-300's Sequencer 128 Standard MIDI Files 136
What's aSequencer? 128 Data List 137
The PR-300's Sound Source 129 Song Dependent Settings 137
What's aSound Source? 129 Settings Saved with the Song 137
General MIDI System 129 Revert to Default
if
aSong is
The PR-300's Sound Source 129 Reloaded Without being Saved 137
The PR-300's Multi-Timbral Sound Source 130 Song Independent Settings 137
About the Number
of
Notes that can Retained Even
if
Power is Turned
Off
137
be
Played Simultaneously 130 Revert to Default when the
About Starting MIDI messages 130 Power is Turned
On
137
Tone List 138
Reference Drum Set List 141
MIDI Messages Used to Control Messages 143
the GS Sound Source
131
Note
On
Messages
131
Alphabetical List
of
Instruments 145
Note
Off
Messages
131
Pitch BendMessages
131
MIDI Implementation
Chart
147
After Touch Messages
131
Program Change Messages
131
Variation SelectMessages (Control Change 0)
131
MIDI Implementation 149
Modulation (Control Change 1)
131
Received Data149
Volume (Control Change
7)
131
Transmitted Data 159
Panpot (Control Change 10)
131
Parameter address
map
160
Expression (Control Change 11)
131
Useful Infonnation 169
Hold 1(Control Change 64) 132 Decimal and Hexadecimal 169
Sostenuto (Control Change 66) 132 Examples
of
actual MIDI messages 170
Effect
1-
Reverb Amount (Control Change 91) 132 Checksum
of
Roland System
Effect 2 - Chorus Amount (Control Change 93) 132 Exclusive messages
171
NRPN and RPN Messages 132
System Exclusive (SysEx) Messages 132 Specifications 172
PR-300 MIDI Diagram
133
Index 173
PR-300 MIDI Switches 134
Switch Options 135
SyncInt/IN 135
Clock On/Off 135
IN
AFf
On/OfI (Aftertouch) 135
IN
BEND On/Off (Pitch Bend) 135
IN
CfRL
On/OfI (Control Change) 135
IN
PROG On/Off (Program Change) 135
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move
the
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this
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select a
song.
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this
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to
set
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record
mode.
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to
locate aspecific
measure
within a
song.
Press
to
start playback
or
record.
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Use
this
button
to
activate
the
repeat function.
Use
these
buttons
to
set
Markers
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B.
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this
button
to
clear
Markers
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Basic Precautions
Power Supply
*Be sure
to
use only the adaptor supplied with the
unit
Use
of
any other power adaptor could result in damage, malfunction,
or
electrical shock.
*When making any connections with other devices, always
tum offthe power
to
all equipment first; this will help prevent
damage or malfunction.
*Do not use this unit
on
the same power circuit with any
device that will generate
line
noise, such as amotor
or
variable lighting system.
*The power supply required for this unit's adaptor is shown on
its nameplate. Ensure that the line voltage
of
your installation
meets this requirement.
*Avoid damaging the power cord; do not step on it, place
heavy objects on it, etc.
*When disconnecting the AC adaptor from the outlet, grasp the
adaptor itself; never pull on the cord.
*
If
the unit is to remain unused for along period
of
time,
unplug the AC Adaptor from the power outlet.
Placement
*Do not subject the unit to temperature extremes (eg. direct
sunlight in an enclosed vehicle). Avoid using or storing the
unit
in
dusty or humid areas or areas that are subject
to
high
vibration levels.
*Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment
containing large transformers) may induce hum.
*This unit may interfere with radio and television reception.
Do not use this unit in the vicinity
of
such receivers.
*Observe the following when using the unit's disk drive:
-Do not place the unit near devices that produce astrong
magnetic field (eg.loudspeakers).
-Do not move the unit or subject it
to
vibration while it is
operating.
-Install the unit on asolid, level surface in an area free from
vibration.
If
the unit must be installed at an angle, be sure
that the angle
of
installation falls within the tolerance range
(upward;
15°:
downward; 5°).
-Avoid using the disk drive in areas
of
high humidity (eg.
condensation). High levels
of
moisture can adversely affect
the operation
of
the drive and/or damage disks. When the
unit
has been
transported,
allow
it
to
warm
to
room
temperature before operating. 4
Maintenance
*For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with asoft, dry cloth (or
one that has been slightly dampened with water).
To
remove
stubborn dirt, use amild neutral detergent Afterwards, be
sure
to
wipe the unit thoroughly with asoft, drycloth.
*Never use benzene, thinners, alcohol
or
solvents
of
any kind,
to avoid the risk
of
discoloration and/or deformation.
Memory Backup
*The unit contains abattery which maintains the contents
of
memory while the main power is off. The expected life
of
this
battery
is 5years
or
more.
However,
to
avoid
the
unexpected loss
of
memory data, it is strongly recommended
that you change the battery every 5years.
*When the battery becomes weak, the following message will
appear
in
the display:
Please change the battery as soon as possible to avoid the loss
of
memory data.
Additional Precautions
*Protect the unit
from
strong impact.
*Do not allow objects
of
liquid
of
any kind to penetrate the
unit. In the event
of
such an occurrence, discontinue use
immediately. Contact qualified service personnel as soon as
possible.
*Never strike
or
apply strong pressure to the display.
*Should amalfunction occur (or
if
you suspect there is a
problem) discontinue use immediately. Contact qualified
service personnel
as
soon as possible.
*To prevent the risk
of
electric shock, do not open the unit or
its AC adaptor.
Introduction
We'd like to take amoment to thank you for purchasing the
Rodgers PR-300 Digital Sequencerand Sound Module.
About
this
Manual
If
this is the first time you have used the PR-300, please
be
sure
to read "Listening to aSong on Disk" thoroughly. It contains
information on how to listen to the songs recorded on the demo
disk and
and
make use
of
some
of
the PR-300's convenient
features.
PR-300
Features
Easy to Use
The sequencer is set up to operate like aregular tape recorder.
This makes recording and playback easy.
Five Track Sequencer
You can record and playback using any
of
five sequencer tracks.
GS
Sound Source
The PR-300 has abuilt-in sound source that conforms to the new
GS
Format. Essentially what this means is that different sound
sources (keyboards or sound modules) that conform to the
OS
Format will all play the same song data in the same way and
respond to the same MIDI messages
in
auniform manner.
5
The
PR-300
features an
easy-to-use
5-track
sequencer
for
recording and playback, as well as a16-part multi-timbral
GS
sound source. The PR-300 was specifically designed for use
with Rodgers organs and keyboards, although
it
can
be
used
successfully with many different MIDI devices.
This section is followed "Sequencing with the PR-300" which
shows you how to record your own songs. Everything from easy
"single-pass"
recording
to
more
advanced
"multi-track"
recording is covered.
The
last
section
of
this
manual
gives
descriptions
of
all
remaining PR-300 features and supplies technical information
about the PR-300 and MIDI.
When used by itself, the
as
Sound Source can supply up to 16
different parts;
15
of
which can use any
of
the 317 high-quality
instrumental sounds in the PR-300, one
of
which can use any
of
the 10 different drum sets. When used with aRodgers organ, the
PR-300 can supply
up
to
9instrumental parts and one drum part.
Convenient Editing Features
It's also easy
to
put the finishing touches
on
the songs you have
recorded with the PR-300's Cut,
Paste,
Quantize
and Punch
In/Out features.
Plays Standard MIDI Files, Too
You can also play Standard MIDI Files that have been written
for use with
GS
or General MIDI sound sources. This means
your
PR-300
can make
use
of
a
wide
variety
of
music
data
available.
Making the Connections
In this section, we'll show you how to connect the PR-300 to aRodgers organ
or
keyboard. Be sure to use the diagram for your
particular situation; the connections for aRodgers Parallel Digital Imaging™ organ are found on this page. the connections for other
Rodgers organs and keyboards are found on the facing page.
Refer to the specific connection instructions at the bottom
of
this page. Then please read the section at the bottom
of
the facing page
about the AC Adaptor Connection and Organ EXT/INT switch.
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MIDI Cable Connections Audio Cable Connections
Connect the appropriate MIDI OUT
of
your Rodgers organ
to
the MIDI IN
of
the PR-300 (make sure you use the "IN" jack
on the back
of
the PR-300, not the "IN (CH.l)" jack. Then
connect the MIDI OUT
of
the PR-300
to
the appropriate MIDI
IN
of
your organ.
Connect
the
Land
R
OUTPUT
of
the
PR-300
to
the
appropriate
Land
RINPUT on your Rodgers organ.
If
you are using a
Rodgers
organ
without
Audio
Inputs,
connect the output
of
the PR-300 to the input
of
akeyboard
amplifier or mixer.
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Organs and Keyboards
AC
Adaptor Connection
Connect the appropriate end
of
the AC Adaptor
to
the
DC
IN
9V jack. Connect the other end to astandard AC outlet.
EXTIINTswitch
The PR-300 is equipped with aswitch which determines how
MIDI channels 11-16 are used.
When this switch is set to "EXT", channels 11-16 are used
to
control external devices, such as Rodgers organs, and will be
transmitted from the PR-300's OUTjack.
When this switch is set
to
"INT", channels 11-16 are used to
control internal GS sounds and are not transmitted from the
PR-300's OUTjack.
Loop the power cable around the special cord hook the the
back
of
the PR-300 to help prevent the adaptor from being
accidentally unplugged in the middle
of
aperformance.
Cord Hook
To power outlet
7
EXT/INT Switch
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When
the
PR-300
is
connected
to
aRodgers organ
with sequencing capabilities
(MIDI Phase II
or
later), this
switch
should
be
set
to
"EXT".
Using
Disks
The PR-300 uses 3.5-inch 2HD or 2DD floppy disks (sometimes called "microfloppies"). They are used to store the songs you record
on the PR-300. Whenever possible, use 2HD disks. They are alittle faster than 2DD disks for certain operations.
1.
Inserting aDisk
To insert adisk, push it firmly (but gently) into the disk drive;
insert the side with the sliding disk cover first with the label side
up. The disk will click into place when
it
is properly inserted.
*Make sure disk is correctly inserted before
you
try
to
use
it
2. Removing aDisk
To remove adisk, press the EJECT button firmly.
*When
the
power is
on,
the disk drive
light
will alternate
between being dimly lit (disk drive ready) and brightly lit (disk
drive
in
operation). In the latter case, do not try to eject the
disk or you might damage the magnetic disk surface and make
the disk unreadable. Instead, wait for the disk light to become
dim before ejecting adisk.
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3. Write Protecting your Disks
Floppy disks have a"write protect" tab which can protect the
disk from accidental erasure.
It is recommended that the tab be kept in the "protect" position
and moved to the "write" position only when you wish to write
new data onto the disk.
4. Floppy Disks: Handle with Care
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Rear side of the disk
Write
(can write new data onto disk)
Protect
(prevents writing to disk)
*Floppy disks contain aplastic disc coated with magnetic
particles; this is the magnetic storage medium for all data.
Observe the following when handling disks:
*Never touch the coated surface
of
the floppy's internal disk.
*Do not subject floppy disks
to
temperature extremes (eg., direct
sunlight in an enclosed vehicle). Recommended temperature
range: 50°
to
HOOF.
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not expose floppy disks
to
strong magnetic fields, such as
those generated by loudspeakers.
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not use or store in extremely dusty places.
*Remove disks
from
the disk drive before turning the PR-300 on
oroff.
*All important data should be copied onto backup disk(s). This
provides acomplete duplicate
of
the data should the original
disk(s) be lost ordamaged.
*The identification label should
be
firmly fixed to the disk.
Should the label come loose while the disk is in the drive. it
may be difficult to remove the disk.
Turning the Power
ON
After checking to see that everything
is
connected correctly;
1.
Turn
on equipment to be used with the PR·300.
2.
Turn
on the PR·300.
The Power switch is located in the bottom left hand
comer
of
the
PR-300's control panel.
After a
brief
sign-on message, the PR-300's display will indicate
that anew song is ready
to
be recorded.
Listening to aSong
on
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It's easy to listen to asong stored on adisk; just insert the disk into the drive, select
the song you want to hear by turning the alpha-dial, and press the PLAY button.
Inserting the Disk
(1)
Insert the disk into the disk drive.
This time around, we'll listen to
one
of
the songs
on
the Demo S.ong Disk that came with your PR-300.
*For information on the eight demo songs
on
this
disk, see the section at the bottom
of
page
10.
The
title
of
the frrst song on the disk will appear in
the display.
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Listening to a
Song
on
Disk,
cont.
Selecting aSong
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In
this
example,
we'll
select
the
piece
called
"Mozart K-336".
NOTE!
Never try to remove adisk from the drive while
the drive light
is
brightly lit.
When
the
power
is
on,
the
disk
drive light will
alternate between being dimly lit (disk drive ready)
and brightly lit (disk drive in operation). When the
disk drive is in operation and the disk drive light is
brightly lit,
do
not try to eject the disk or you might
damage
the magnetic disk surface
and
make
the
disk unreadable.
(2)
Rotate the alpha-dial until the display shows the
name
of
the desired song on the disk•
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the
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just
to the left
of
the
Song Name, press the [SONG] button (the button
just
above the
lRACK
[R] button), and then rotate
the alpha-dial to make your selection. SONG
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1Oh God,
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Help in Ages Past, Movement 1
2Oh God,
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Help in Ages Past, Movement 2
3Oh God,
our
Help in Ages Past, Movement 3
4Oh God,
our
Help in Ages Past, Movement4
5Church Sonata in CMajor, K-336
6"Aurelia"
7"St. Anne"
8"Woodworth"
Paul Manz
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A.Mozart
Samuel S. Wesley
William Croft
William B. Bradbury
All songs except #5 arranged by Mark Huth and Tom Hazleton
Song#5 arranged by Christopher Norton
Songs 1-4 are from "Partita on 'St. Anne'" by Paul Manz
Songs 5-8 will play an external Rodgers organ with sequencing capability
if
ORGAN switch on back
of
PR-300 is set to "EXT"
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(3)
Press the PLAY button to start playback of the
song. The light on the [PLAY] button will come
on.
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Adjust the volume
of
the PR-300 using the volume
control on the PR-300.
Stopping Playback
(4)
Press the [STOP] button to stop playback of the
song. The light on the [PLAY] button will
go
out.
*A "+"
sign
(located
to
the
left
of
the
measure
number
in
the
display)
indicates
that
play
was
stopped in the middle
of
ameasure.
*You
can
repeat
the
song
over
and
over
again.
Simply press the [REPEAT] button so that its light
comes on before pressing [pLAY].
Starting Playback Again from the Beginning
To
return
asong to the beginning of the first
measure:
(1) Press the [RESET] button. The measure number
will reset to "1".
*For
songs that begin with pickup notes, the display
will read "PU", indicating that you're starting from
the very fIrst note
of
the song.
(2) Press [pLAY] again to start playback.
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This shows that play was stopped in
mid-measure
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Measure indicator returns to
"I"
(or
"PU" for songs with pickup notes).
Listening to aSong
on
Disk,
cont.
Starting Playback from the Middle
of
aSong
(1)
Press
the
[BWD]
and
[FWD]
buttons
to
locate
the
measure
number
where
you
want
to
start
playback.
*Holding down either button will cause the measure
number to change continuously.
*The buttons will also function during playback.
(2)
Press
the
[PLAY]
button.
Transposing
the
Key
of
aSong
(1)
Press
the
[TRANSPOSE]
button.
(2)
Rotate
the
alpha-dial
to
change
the
key.
*Each
unit
of
the
TRANSPOSE
function
corresponds to an interval
of
asemi-tone, and you
can change the key up
or
down amaximum
of
12
semi-tones (one octave). So, for example,
if
you
wanted asong that was written in the key
of
Dto
play in the key
of
E,
set
lRANSPOSE
to 2using
the alpha-dial.
*
If
transposed too high
or
too low (i.e., beyond the
range
of
playable sounds), the song may not play
nonnally.
*The
DATA
in
the
Rhythm
Track
will
not
be
transposed.
(3)
Press
[TRANSPOSE]
again
to
enter
transposition
amount.
The
Play
screen
will
return.
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