Roland MT-32 User manual

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MT-32
MULTI TIMBRE SOUND MODULE
Owner’s Manual

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Copyright © 1987 by ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in
any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

Thank
you
for
purchasing
the
Roland
MT-32
Multi-Timbre
Sound
Moduie.
The
MT-32
fully
conforms
to
Musical
Instrument
Digital
Interface
(MIDI)
standards,
which
define
data
exchange
between
electronic
musical
instruments
and
devices.
The MT-32 operates in conjunction with the Roland Piano, piano
recorder,
digital
sequencer,
and
other
MIDI-compatible
sound
sources,
Study
this
Owner’s
Manual
and
keep
it
handy
so
that
the
MT-32
can
provide
you
with
many
years
of
musical
enjoyment.
CONTENTS
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PART buttons
SOUND GROUP button
VOLUME button
SELECT/VOLUME knob
MASTER VOLUME button
SOUND button
‘--— MID! MESSAGE indicator
-——- Display (LCD)

MIDI THRU connector
MIDI OUT connector
MIDI IN connector
HEADPHONE jack
AC adapter jack OUTPUT jacks
POWER ON/OFF button

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12)
POWER SUPPLY
Be sure to use the AC adapter that comes with the MT-32. Use
of
a
non-standard
adapter
could
lead
to
errors
and
breakdowns.
For use in a region where voltage requirements are different,
consult with your nearest Roland sales representative about the
ACB-100, ACB-120, ACB-220, or ACB-240 AC adapter.
Do not use the MT-32 on the same power outlet as a motor,
dimmer, or any other equipment that generates noise or con-
sumes a large amount of power.
Connect the AC adapter to the MT-32's DC IN jack before
inserting the power plug in the power outlet.
Make sure that the MT-32 is turned off before connecting the
AC adapter to the power outlet.
When disconnecting the AC adapter from the power outlet, be
sure to pull the power plug itself and not the power cord, to
avoid damaged and short-circuiting.
Avoid damaging the power cord.
lf the MT-32 is not being used for a prolonged period, dis-
connect the AC adapter from the power outlet.
CONNECTION
O°
Make sure that all switches are off before setting up or changing
equipment connections.
POWER-ON PROCEDURE
°
°
The MT-32 may not operate correctly if you turn it on
immediately after a shutdown or connect it to a power outlet
with the POWER switch on. If this happens, turn the POWER
switch off, then turn it back on several seconds later.
Set amplifier volume to 0 when turning the power on and off.
Too high a volume level! will result in an overload, which can
damage the speakers.

INSTALLATION
© To prevent adverse effects, protect your MT-32 from:
+ Direct sunlight
+ Temperature and humidity extremes (heaters, etc.)
* Dust
+ Vibration
© Do not place the MT-32 near a neon tube, fluorescent lamp,
television set, cathode-ray tube, or other such equipment that
could cause noise interference or errors.
CLEANING
© For daily care, wipe the casing with a dry, soft cloth.
© If the casing is stained, use a cloth slightly dampened with
water,
© To remove stubborn stains, clean the casing with a cloth coated
with a neutral detergent, then wipe it dry with a soft cloth.
© Never use paint thinners, benzine, or other organic solvents
which could damage the casing.
CAUTIONS
© Adjust volume contro! to a level that will not ‘disturb the
neighborhood, especially at night when sounds can travel over
a long distance.
© Do not allow fluid or foreign matter, such as water, beverages,
coins, and wires, to enter the MT-32.
© Do not examine or modify the internal components or circuitry.
Electrical shocks or damage may result.
© Do not subject the MT-32 to a severe impact, nor move it while
the power is on.
© If the MT-32 fails to operate correctly, turn off immediately
and contact your nearest Roland service representative.

The MT-32 multi-timbre sound module contains a sound source
capable of supplying eight independent parts and thirty rhythm
sounds.
MIDI IN
TIMBRE LIBRARY
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The MT-32 incorporates a 128-timbre sound library that lets you
select sounds for any of the non-rhythm parts.
The sound source block allows you to play up to thirty-two notes
for the eight parts simultaneously, each of which may consist of
any number of notes within the upper limit. (The exact voicing
capacity allowed, however, varies with the timbres you select. See
page 22 for details.)
The MT-32 works in conjunction with a MID! keyboard, sequencer
{a device that stores musical data for playback at the desired
timing), and other instruments that generate MIDI data.
The MT-32 applications are roughly broken down into the follow-
ing two categories. See the corresponding section for a full ex-
planation,
,
(1) Using the MT-32 with the Roland Piano, the Roland PR-100
Digital Sequencer, and Roland PR-100 Pre-Recorded Software
+ See Section [2] “USING THE MT-32 WITH ROLAND
PR-100 PRE-RECORDED SOFTWARE” (page 8).
(2) Using the MT-32 with a sequencer loaded with your own data
+ See Section [3] “USING THE MT-32 WITH ORIGINAL
DATA” (page 10).

When using the MT-32 with the Roland Piano, Roland PR-100
Digital Sequencer, and Roland PR-100 Software, connect the
instruments as shown below:
DIGITAL MT-32 MULTI-TIMBRE
SEQUENCER SOUND MODULE
MIDI
OUT
MIDI
IN
OUTPUT
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ROLAND PIANO
When connections are complete, turn on the piano, MT-32, then
the PR-100. Follow the instructions given in the PR-100 and
software manuals.
*Set SOFT THRU ON on the sequencer, and set LOCAL OFF
(— ‘:" position) on the Roland Piano.
*To send MT-32 output to the built-in speaker of the Roland
Piano, set the Roland Piano input level switch to the high
Position.
*Even when headphones are connected to the Headphone Jack on
the MT-32, signal is still output from the output jacks.

The following two steps are all that is required to set up the
MT-32:
® MASTER VOLUME
Set the overall volume level of the MT-32.
(1) Press the MASTER VOLUME button, (2)
then adjust with the SELECT/VOLUME control.
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*If the reading on the display remains unchanged when the
SELECT/VOLUME knob is turned, turn the knob counterclock-
wise until the volume number in the display begins to change,
then readjust.
{To prevent any sudden change in output level, the SELECT/
VOLUME control must be turned to the position of output Jevel
as shown in the display before any adjustment can be made.)
“\f the sound is distorted, lower the volume.
@ REVERB MODE
Select the reverb mode as necessary for the master output from the
MT-32.
(1) While holding down the MASTER VOLUME
button and (2) press the VOLUME button, then
(3) turn the SELECT/VOLUME control to adjust
the reverb depth mode.
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a Reverb mode
*The reverb -mode will not effect any part which the Reverb has
been disabled by software.
More functions are available to the user, but they may not pro-
vide noticeable effects if the MT-32 is controlled by software.
The software overrides user-defined settings when there is a
Parameter conflict.

Working knowledge of MIDI implementation is necessary if you
intend to compile your own sequencer data to play on the MT-32.
Study the separate volume “What !s MIDI” before starting.
Connect the equipment as shown below:
DIGITAL, MT-32 MULTI-TIMBRE
SEQUENCER SOUND MODULE
OUTPUT
*If the keyboard does not have a MID!
THRU port, use the following connection:
DIGITAL MT-32 MULTI-TIMBRE
SEQUENCER SOUND MODULE
MIDI
ROLAND PIANO
* Always turn on the piano, MT-32 before turning on the sequencer,
*Even when headphones are connected to the Headphone Jack on
the MT-32, signal is still output from the output jacks.

Not all of the MT-32 features are available unless the sequencer
used is capable of generating data that allows access to such
functions. Essential requirements are that either (1) the keyboard
for compiling data or (2) the sequencer alone allows you to
produce data compatible with the MT-32.
In short, the exact functions that the MT-32 provides vary with the
performance of the sequencer and the keyboard you are going to
use.
The sections that follow explain how the MT-32 responds to data
from a MIDI source. For the data specifications and data exchange
procedures, refer to the manuals for the sequencer and keyboard.
*Set SOFT THRU ON on the sequencer, and set LOCAL OFF
(—+":"' position) on the Roland Piano.
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4. Built-in Functions ..- -- 6. eee ee eee eee 12
2. User-accessible Functions .. 0.0.2.0... 00 ee eee 15
3. Functions Accessible with an External MIDI Message. . 29
a. Program Change and Control Change ............- 20
b. MIDI System Exclusive Messages .........-..005 21
(1) Overall Control for the MT-32 Functions ......... 22
(2) Control over Parts1to8 ......... cece eee 23
(3) Writing User Patches to Memory .............05 24
(4) Timbre Control 2.0.0.0... ee ee eee 25
(5) Writing Timbre Data to Memory .............-- 6
(6) Rhythm Part Control .. 0... ... 0... eee ee eee 26
7) Data Transfer... ee ee
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1. BUILT-IN FUNCTIONS
This section explains the MT-32’s built-in functions.
@ MIDI CHANNELS
The
following
is
the
default
channel
configuration
for
the
nine
parts.
The
MT-32
checks
the
channels
used
to
compile
data
when
determining
the
parts
it
will
play.
[Pat =| 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Rhythm
[Channel | 2.3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
The channel configuration can be switched to the following:
}Pat | 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Rhythm
| Channel | 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 10
PROCEDURE
Press PART button 5 while holding down the MASTER VOLUME
button, then press PART button 1.
*The
rhythm
setting
(Channel
10)
remains
unchanged.

Following is a list of Rhythm instrument voices contained in the MT-32 with the note number assigned
to each voice.
(70) Maracas
(68) Low Agogo
(66) Low Timbale
(76)
(75) Claves
(73) Quijada
(72) Smba Whis L
(71) Smba Whis S
(69) Cabasa
(67) High Agogo
(65) High Timbale
(63) High Conga
(58)
(56) Cowbell
(54) Tambourine
(51) Ride Cym
(49) Crash Cym
(64) Low Conga
(62) Mt High Conga
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(61) Low Bongo
(60) High Bongo
(59)
(57)
(55)
(53)
(52)
(50) Acou Hi Tom
(48) Acou Hi Tom
(46) Open Hi Hat 1
(44) Open Hi Hat 2
(42) Clsd Hi Hat
(47) Acou Mid Tom
(45) Acou Mid Tom
(43) Acou Low Tom
(41) Acou Low Tom
(39) Hand Clap
(37) Rim Shot
(40) Elec SD
(38) Acou SD
(36) Acou BD
(35) Acou BD
The numbers in { } are the Key numbers.
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@ STEREO BALANCE IN THE PHYTHM PART
{Stereo balance)
Acou BD
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Acou SD @ Rim Shot
Hand Clap@
- @ Elec SD
Acou Low Tom @ |
@ Clsd Hi Hat
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@ Open Hi Hat 2
Acou Mid Tom @ i
@ Open Hi Hat 7
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Acou
Hi
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@ Crash Cym
Ride Cym@
Tambourine
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@ High Bongo
@ Low Bongo
Mt High Conga @
High Conga @ |
Low Conga @ jHigh Timbale
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@ Low Timbale
@ High Agogo
@ Low Agogo
Cabasa @
| | @ Maracas
Smba Whis S @
Smba Whis L@
Quijada @
Claves @
7> 6> 5> 4> 3> 2> 1> >< <1 <2 <3 <4 <5 <6 <7
LEFT CENTER RIGHT

2. USER-ACCESSIBLE FUNCTIONS
This section explains the functions that are accessible to the player
using the MT-32's control panel.
OVERALL FUNCTIONS
@ MASTER VOLUME
This function determines the overall output level from the MT-32.,
PROCEDURE
Press the MASTER VOLUME button, then adjust with the
SELECT/VOLUME control.
Adjustable range: 0 (min volume) to 100 (max volume)
The part currently played continues flashing.
*\f the sound is distored, lower the volume.
*If the reading on the display remains unchanged when the
SELECT/VOLUME contro! is turned, turn the contro! counter-
clockwise until the volume number in the display begins to
change, then readjust.
(To prevent any sudden change in output level, the SELECT/
VOLUME contro! must be turned to the position of output level
as shown in the display before any adjustment can be made.)
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@ MASTER TUNING
This function adjusts the pitch of the overall output from the
MT-32. It is used to tune the MT-32 to the other instruments.
PROCEDURE
Press the SOUND GROUP button while holding down the
MASTER VOLUME button, then turn the SELECT/VOLUME
control to adjust the master tuning.
Adjustable range:
427.5 to 452.6 Hz (Standard pitch: A = 442 Hz)
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® REVERB MODE
Select the reverb mode as necessary for the overall output from the
MT-32.
PROCEDURE
Press the SOUND GROUP button while holding down the
MASTER VOLUME button, then turn the SELECT/VOLUME
control to adjust the reverb mode.
Adjustable range: 0 — 10
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® OVERFLOW ASSIGN
This function allows the MT-32 to generate MID! notes beyond its
capacity and send the excess out of the MIDI OUT port to the
input of an additional external MIDI instrument.
PROCEDURE
Press PART button 4 while holding down the MASTER VOLUME
button, then press PART button 1.
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* This function remains in effect until you turn off the MT-32.
@ ALL RESET
This function resets all the current settings and initialized the MT-
32 to the power-on defaults. It is useful when a sound remains on
after you have stopped playing MIDI data part way through.
PROCEDURE
Press PART button RHYTHM while holding down the MASTER
VOLUME button, then press PART button 1.
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*1f you press one of PART buttons between 2 and 5 instead of
PART button 1, the MT-32 will reset all settings except for the
patch memory and rhythm setup functions.
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PART FUNCTIONS
@ TIMBRE SETUP
The MT-32 comes with an internal 128-timbre data library that lets
you select sounds for any of the non-rhythm parts.
+> Refer to the separate volume “Sound List” for a full descrip-
tion of the timbres.
The 128 timbres are classified into separate sound groups, each
containing from four to eleven timbres.
PROCEDURE
{1) Press the PART button that corresponds to the part for which
you wish to select the timbre. (You can select parts 6, 7, 8, by
pressing part switches 1, 2, 3 while pressing MASTER
VOLUME switch.)
{2) Press the SOUND GROUP button, then select the sound group
you desire with the SELECT/VOLUME control.
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(3) Press the SOUND button,ithen select the sound you desire
with the SELECT/VOLUME control.
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