Roland U-20 User manual

Roland
RS-PCM KEVBOARD
OWNER'S MANUAL
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NO USEH-SEHVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUAUFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
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The lightning flash with arrowheadsymbol, withinan equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-
insulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute alisk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instaicttons in ^e literature accom-
panying the product.
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO ARISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK. OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING —When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including ttie following:
1
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Read alt the instructions before using the product.
2. Do not use this product near water —for example, near a
bathhjb, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near
aswimming pool, or the like.
3. This product should be used only with acart or stand that is
recommended by the manufacturer.
4. This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier
and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing
soind levels that could cause pemianent hearing bss. 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 shoukl consuH en
audiokjgist
5. The product should te located so tinat Its location or position
does not interfere with Its prqjer ventilation.
6. The product should be located awayfrom heatsources such as
radiators, heat registers, or other products that produce heat.
7. Avoid using the product vt^ere tt may be affected by
dust.
8. The product should be connected to apower supply only of
the type described in the operating instmctions or as merited
on the product.
9. The power-supply cord of tfie product should be unplugged
from the outlet when left unused for aking period of time.
10. Do not tread on the power-sup^^y card.
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Do not pull the cord but hold the p^ug when unplugging.
12. VWien setBng up wtth any other instruments, the procedure
should be followed in accordance with instiuction manual.
13. Care should be taken so that objecte do not fall and liquids
are not spilled Into the enclosure through qsenings.
14. Tlie product shojld be serviced by qualified sendee per-
sonnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
or
B. Ot^ects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
product; or
C. The product has been exposed to rain; or
D. The product does not ^pear to operate nomially or
exhiblte amariced change In performaice; or
E. The product has been dropped, or the endosure dam-
aged.
15. Do not attempt to service the product beyond tiiat described
in the user-maintenance instructions. Mother servicing
should be referred to qualified service personnel.
SAVE THESE INSTFlUCTIONS
For the U.K.
WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not con'espond vAlh the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
The wire v^ich is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal In the plug which Is merited by
the letter Eor by the safety earth symbol® or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.
TTie vAre which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the tentitnal w^ich is marked wrttii the letter Nor coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWNmust be connected to the temiinal which is merited with the letter Lor coimjred RED.
T>ie product which is equipped with aTHREE WIRE GROUNDING TYPE AC PLUG must be grounded.

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Thank you for purchasing the U-20
RS-PCM keyboard. The U-20 contains
high-quality digital sounds, and can be
used as amulti-timbral sound generator.
It also functions as aMIDI keyboard
controller, for awide range of applications
both on stage and in the studio. To take
full advantage of the U-20's potential
and ensure long and trouble-free use,
please read this owner 'smanual
carefully.
How to use this Manual
This owners manual consists of the following
five sections.
Section "Playins :stepi":
This tells how to hear the ROM play (the demo
performance), and esgilains the basic organiza-
tion of the U-20. Next, you will leam how to
select and play the various sounds.
Section I"Playing :step2" :
This explains the performance functions of the
U-20, and how they can be used to enhance
your playing.
Section II "Editing":
This section explains basic procedures for
creating sounds and making settings. Read this
section when you want to create your own
sounds.
Section III "System Setups":
This section explains basic concepts of MIDI
that are important when using the U-20, and
how to take advantage of the U-20's MIDI
functions. If you will be connecting the U-20
with other MIDI devices, be sure to read this
section.
Section N"Summary":
This section summarizes the operations of each
mode ,explains the overall organization of
editing operations, and how to store and manage
data.
*You do not need to know about MIDI in
order to use the functions explained up to
section H.
CONTENTS
FEATURES
IMPORTANT NOTES
FRONT AND REAR PANEL
5
6
7
SECTION
Playing :step 1
DBEFORE YOU PLAY
1. Connections
2. Turn the Power On-
mLISTEN TO THE ROM SONGS
mINTRODUCING THE U-20
mTRY OUT THE SOUNDS
1. Select and Play sounds in
Link Play Mode
2.P!ay the Sounds (Part Play Mode)
3.Play the Rhythm Sounds
(Rhythm Play Mode)
Checking the Selected Parts
Master Tuning
Editing procedure using the
Jump function
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SECTION I
Playing :step 2
DUSING AND SETTING THE
PERFORMANCE FUNCTIONS
I.How To Use the Play Functions
a. Keyboard control functions —
b. Panel control functions
c. Pedal control functions
d. Useful performance functions
2.Write the Edited Performance
Function Settings
a. Name
b. Write
mCREATING A CHORD SET
a. Editing achord set
b.Chord set name
c. Writing achord set
into memory
Adjusting the Display Contrast
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SECTION n
EDITING
DBEFORE YOU CREATE
YOUR OWN SOUNDS 46
1.Tones 46
2.About the Multi-timbral
Sound Generator 47
3.Sound Creating Procedure 48
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mSOUND PATCH SETTINGS 49
1. Editing aSound Patcl-i 49
a.Settings for each Part (1—6) 50
b. Rhythm part settings 52
c. Effect settings 53
d.Name 56
2.Storing aSound Patch
(Writing Procedure) 57
mEDIT THE TIMBRE SETTINGS 58
1.Timbre Editing 58
a. Tone select 59
b. Level 61
c. Pitch 63
d. Vibrato 65
e. Timbre name 67
2.Storing Timbres (Write Procedure) •68
QRHYTHM SET SETTINGS 69
1. Settings for Each Key 70
a.Selecting tones 71
b. Level 72
c. Pitch 74
d. Output 76
2. Other Settings 77
S.Storing aRhythm Set
(Writing Procedure) 79
SECTION m
SYSTEM SETUPS
DABOUT MIDI 82
l.How MiDl Data is Transmitted
and Received 82
a. Connections 82
b.MlDl channels 84
2. MIDI Data Used by the U-2a 85
gHOW THE U-20 USES MIDI 88
1. Editing the MiDl Parameters 88
a. Editing procedure 88
b.MIDI parameters 89
2. Musical Performance Data 91
a. Keyboard Patch •91
b.Setup (keyboard) 93
C.Sound Patch
(part 1—6, rhythm part) 94
S.Program Change 96
a.Selecting Patches and Timbres
from an external MIDI device- 97
b.Transmitting program changes
from aKeyboard Patch 99
4.Using Controllers 101
5. Exclusive Messages 107
Local Control Switch (Off, On) 108
Tx Active Sensing Switch
(Off. On) 108
Writing Procedure for
MIDI Settings 108
MIDI Settings of Factory Settings 109
mTAKING FULL ADVANTAGE
OF THE U-20 110
1. Using the U-20 by itself 110
2. Using aSequencer 113
Velocity Offset and Sensitivity 115
S.Using Externa! Sound Generators •1 1
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Voice Reserve 117
SECTION IV SUMMARY
DPLAY MODE OPERATIONS
AND FUNCTIONS 120
a. Playing functions 120
b.The three Play modes that
use Patches 122
c.Part Play mode/ Rhythm
Play mode 123
aEDIT MODE OPERATIONS 124
1.Edit Procedure 124
2. The Jump Function 125
SDATA MODE OPERATIONS 128
1. Using aRAM Card 128
2. Write Operations 131
a. Writing apatch 133
b. Writing atimbre 136
c. Writing chord sets/rhythm sets- -139
S.Saving/Loading Data 142
4.Data Transfer Using MiDl (Dump) •• 143
a. Data transmission by group
(bulk dump) 145
b. Patch Dump 146
c. Transmitting data of the specified
parameter (parameter dump) 146
5. Utilities 147
a.lnitialize (Data/Utl/lnitialtze) 147
b.MIDI Monitor
(Data/ Utt/ MIDI Monitor) 149
SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIAL
1. Error and other Messages 152
2. Troubleshooting 154
3.0peration Map 156
4. Parameter List 158
5. Factory Setting 162
e.Preset Tone List 166
7.lnitialized Settings 170
8.Blank Charts 173
MIDI Implementation 178
Main Specifications 193
Index 194
Copyright ©1989 by ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publicBtion may be reproduced
in any form without the permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

FEATURES
The U-20 has features such as ;
•High-quality RS-PCM Sound Generation
The U-20 contains 128 types of high-
quality sound, ranging from piano to
instruments appropriate for aclassical
or jazz ensemble, and synth sounds for
rock or fusion. Parameters (elements of
sound) for pitch and level can be used
for detailed control over the nuances of
each tone (sound).
In addition to the built-in tones, tones
from PCM cards (sound Hbrary SN-UllO
series) sold for the U-llO can also be
used.
#Multi-timbral
The U-20 contains amulti-timbral sound
generator that can handle 6parts and
an additional rhythm part. The sounds
(timbres) and effects of each part can
be stored in 64 different settings as
sound patches. When using aMIDI
sequencer, asingle U-20 can fill the role
of an entire ensemble.
For the rhythm part, tone assigimients
and settings can be stored as one of
four rhythm sets.
•Flexible Control Functions
Settings determining how controllers
affect performance can be stored as one
of 64 keyboard patches, allowing you to
modify sounds as you play, or control
different types of external tone
generator.
•Built-in Digital Effect
Adigital reverb/chorus effect is built
in, providing aspacious feeUng of
stereo depth. Each sound patch has its
own effect settings.
•Chord Play Function
Achord can be assigned to each key,
allowing you to play chords with a
single finger. Since adifferent chord
can be assigned to each key C, C# —B,
you can perform using diatonic chords
or harmonies in thirds. Eight sets of
chords can be stored in the U-20 (one
set includes C, C#—B). While playing,
you can instantly switch between any
two previously specified sets of chords.
^Arpeggio Play Function
Achord you hold down can be
automatically arpeggiated. An arpeggiation
pattern can be set for each keyboard
patch, allowing you to use the musically
appropriate pattern for each situation.
Arpeggio can be switched on/off using
abutton, and can be used in conjunction
with the chord play function.
iJump Function
The jinnp function allows you to
instantly jump to aspecified screen. In
addition to the pre-defined screens, you
may also define your own. Using the
jump fimction can .-make the editing
process more efficient.
IRAM Card for Convenient Data Storage
Aseparately sold RAM card (M-256E)
can store the entire settings of the
U-20. Patches stored in aRAM card can
instantly be recalled for use.

IMPORTANT NOTES
In addition to the safety instructions on page 2, please note the following points.
Concering the Power Supply
Whenever you make any connections
with other devices, always turn off the
power to all equipment first This will
help in preventing malfunction ,and
damage to speakers.
IDo not connect the unit to the same
power outlet as one used for distortion
producing devices (such as motors
,
variable lighting devices). Be sure to
use aseparate power outlet.
Concering Placement
^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
IFor everyday cleaning, wipe the imit
with asoft dry cloth, or one that is
dampened shghtly. To remove dirt that
is more stubborn, wipe using amild,
neutral detergent Afterwards, make sure
to wipe thoroughly with asoft cloth.
Never apply benzene, thinners, alcohol
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.
lA certain small amoimt of heat will be
radiated from the imit, and this should
not be considered amalfunction.
Before using the unit in aforeign
country, check first with your local
Roland Service Station.
Concerning Memory Backup
IThe unit contains abattery which
maintanis the contents of memory while
the mam power is off. The normal life
of this battery is 5years or more, but
it is strongly recommended that you
change it every 5years as anile. When
it is time to change the battery, contact
aRoland Service Station.
*The first time you need to change the
battery couid occur before 5years 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 lost.
"Internal Battery Low 1
"
^Please be aware that the contents of
memory may at times be lost ;when
sent for repairs or when by some
chance amalfimction has occurred.
Important data should be saved on RAM
Card, 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 is may be impossible to restore the
data.

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nBEFORE YOU PLAY
1.Connections
Connect the rear panel MIX OUT jacks to the input jacks
of akeyboard amp or mixer. When playing in stereo, use
the Land Rjacks. When playing in mono, use only the
L(MONO) jack. Before making connections, make sure
that the power switches of the U-20 and the amp are
off. When using headphones, insert the headphone plug
into the PHONES jack.
Pedal Switch
(DP-a DP^, ate)
Expression Pedal
CEV-^ EV-10. etc) Stereo Amp
*The U-20 does not contain abuilt-in power amp or spaalcer.
and will not make sound by itself.
*When sinipped, the U-20 is set so that no sound appears at the
DIRECT OUT jacks.
*When connecting the U-20 directly to astereo system, be
careful of the output level. Excessively high levels can damage
the speakers etc. of the stereo system.
*To take full advantage of the U-20, we suggest that you play
it in stereo.
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2. Turn the power on
2. Turn the power on
©Check that connections for power and external equipment (amplifiers, etc.) are correct
(DTum the power switch of the U-20 on.
In ashort time the following message will appear.
RS-PCM Keyboard
Roland U-20
Then the play mode indicator will light, and the patch name will be displayed.
I~il #001
I-ii #001 St-andard
flc-oust- Piano
(DTurn the power of the external equipment (amplifiers, etc.) on.
Now you are ready to play.
*After the power is turned on, the U-20's protection circuit
inserts ashort delay before operation begins.
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SLISTEN TO THE ROM SONGS
The U-20 contains 2demo songs that demonstrate its miilti-timbral capabilities. ROM
play mode automatically plays these songs.
*When using the ROM play function, we suggest that you
connect astereo amp system or listen through headphones in
order to get the full benefit of the U-20's muiti-timbral
capabilities.
©Simultaneously press the [PARTJ and IRHYTHM 1buttons to enter ROM play mode.
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you do not specify asong, playback will
begin with song 1.
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Use the VOLUME slider to adjust the volume.
*It is often convenient to check connections and volume while
using ROM play.
*To use the U-20 to play songs as in ROM play, you will need
aseparate MIDI sequencer.
*The keyboard and bender will not function during ROM play.
*The notes and other musical data being ROM played will not
be transmitted from MIDI OUT.
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INTRODUCING THE U-20
How the U-20 is organized
The U-20 consists of akeyboard controller section and
amulti-timbral sound generator section.
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Setup section
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Settings shared by all keyboard patches
Keyboard controiier section
Keyboard patch
Performance function
settings
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Settings shared by all sound patches
Mulfhtimbral sound generator section
Sound patch
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 6_
Rhythm part
Effects
Timbres
Tone settings
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Rhythm sets
1__4 (4 types)
11—88 (64 types)
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SINTRODUCING THE U-20
tMulti-timbral Sound Generator Section
The multi-timbral soimd generator can store 64 Sound
Patches. Each Sound Patch consists of Parts 1—6and
aRhythm part.
Each part corresponds to amusician. For example, part
1might be apianist, part 2might be abassist, etc. It
goes without saying that the rhythm part is the drummer.
The instrument (timbre) used by each musician can be
freely selected, and changed even while playing. The
rhythm part can select from four types of drum /
percussion sets (rhythm sets). In addition, each Sound
Patch can specify the volume of each instrument (level),
the position of each instrument (pan), and the ambience
of the performing environment (effect). Also, the soimds
of two or more Parts can be combined to make even
richer, more complex sounds. In this way, you can create
Soimd Patches with various combinations of instruments,
and instantly change to an entirely different instnunental
ensemble simply by selecting aSound Patch.
IKeyboard Controller Section
The controller section sends playing instructions to the
musicians. When you play the keyboard, the instrument
of the specified part will sound. Use the bender lever
to add vibrato or pitch change. Controller section settings
can be stored as one of 64 keyboard patches.
When using aMIDI sequencer etc., you can use the
keyboard to play along with the sequence.
The U-20 can also be used as akeyboard controller to
control external sound generator modules.
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INTRODUCING THE U-20
The Modes of the U-20
The U-20 operates in
Play mode,
Edit mode, in which you modify or edit various settings,
and
Data mode, in which you can store the results of your
editing, and transfer data.
tPlay Mode The U-20 has 6play modes.
In Link Play mode, Keyboard Patch mode, and Sound Patch
mode, you can select Patches from the front panel.
In Part Play mode, you can select one of the six Parts,
and play it from the keyboard.
In Rhythm Play mode, you can use the Rhythm Part to
play rhythm sounds from the keyboard.
In ROM Play mode you can listen to the U-20's
demonstration songs.
Play mode Part played by the keyboard Selected by the BANK and NUMBER buttons
Link Play mode Parts specified by the
Keyboard Patch
Keyboard Patch and Sound Patch
Keyboard Patch mode Keyboard Patch
Sound Patch mode Sound Patch
Part Play mode Part selected from Parts 1—-6
(use the panel buttons) Timbre
Rhythm Play mode Rhythm Part Rhythm Set
ROM Play mode Keyboard Is inactive ROM Play song
»Edit Mode In this mode you can edit (change or modify) various
control settings and tone settings. With afew exceptions,
edited settings are temporary. Kyou want to keep your
edited settings, use data mode operations to store them
into internal memory or aseparately sold RAM card.
(Data Mode In this mode you can store edited settings into internal
memory or aseparately sold RAM card, or transmit data
via MIDL
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INTRODUCING THE U-20
Link Play mode (simultaneously selecting aKeyboard Patch and Sound Patch)
Example :selecting Patch 1-33
PLAY MODE
KEYBOARD SOUND PART RHYTHM
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Example :selecting Keyboard Patch 1-33
PLAY MODE
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•Sound Patch mode (selecting only a Sound Patch)
Example; selecting Sound Patch 1-33
PLAY MODE
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Part Piay mode (selecting aTimbre)
Example :selecting Timbre A33 for Part 1
PLAV MODE
KPi^OARD SOUND PART RHYTHM
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LINK —ROM PLAY
Select BTimbre (All—ABB. B11—B8B)
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mhythm Play mode (selecting aRhythm Set)
Example :selecting Rhj^hm Set 3for the Rhythm Part
PLAY MODE
KEYBOARD SOUND PART RHYTHM
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LINK ROM PLAY 3
Select aRhythm Sat
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Rhythm Pert
Rhythm Set 1
ROM Play mode (selecting the ROM Play song)
Example :selecting ROM Play song 2"U-ROCK"
PLAY MODE
KEYBOARD SOUND PART RHYTHM
LINK nROM PLAY 3
Select aROM Play aong
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ROM Play song 1
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Qtry out the sounds
Here we will explain how to select play sounds in each of the play modes.
1. Select and Play sounds in Link Play Mode
In Link Play mode, pressing panel buttons will simultaneously select aKeyboard
Patch (determining how the sounds are played) and aSound Patch (determining
which sounds are played). When shipped from the factory, the memory contains data
intended to be played in Link Play mode.
By selecting abank 1—8 and anumber 1—8, you can select from 64 Patches.
Enter Link Play mode.
PLAY MODE
KEYBOARD SOUND PART RHYTHM
ROM PLAY
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Use BANK Q]—Sand NUMBER [T]—[s] to select Patches.
For example, here's how to select Ml.
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Sound Patch name
The display will show the number and name of the selected Patch.
Play the keyboard to hear the sound you have selected, and then select and play other Patches.
The included sound patch chart shows the Patches available.
*The Patch will change when you select the number. Simply
selecting the bank will not change the Patch.
*You can use [v]VALUE[a] to step through the Patches one by
one.
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