Roland Soun Canvas P-55 User manual

Roland
OWNER'S MANUAL
souNoGanvas
PIANO MODULE P-55

INTRODUCTION
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland P-55 Piano Module.
In order to fee! confident you have gained agrasp of every feature this unit offers, and can
enjoy trouble-free service for years to come, please take the time to read this manual in its
entirety.
FEATURES
OStocked with awealth of high-quality piano sounds. With these sounds at your
fingertips, you can now easily accommodate almost any musical genre.
ODesigned for compactness, the unit's footprint is small, and can easily be carried with
you wherever you go.
OPerforms superbly as afull-featured, 3-part multi-timbral sound module.
OThe unit is capable of emulating the sound of music played in aconcert hall, through
using its onboard reverb and chorus effects.
Oits "Sub-Instrument" feature allows you to play two sounds at once.
OOffers acomprehensive selection of tuning features, providing for classical tunings,
baroque pitch, and stretch tuning.
OSince it is equipped with input jacks, you can mix the sound from another sound
generating unit with this unit's sound before it is output.
OBy making use of the unit's "Stacking" capabilities, and adding on additional P-55s, you
can increase the number of voices you have at you disposal.
About the symbols that appear in this manual:
^nt^^ This manual employs the following symbols to indicate buttons or controls on
^^-^^ the panel that should be used.
^'^^ The symbols shown below are used to indicate steps that should be performed
when operating the unit.
©Copyright 1993 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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CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS ,...„. 4
Important Notes 4
Panel Descriptions 5
Making the Connections ..; 7
Turning on the Power 8
installing the P-55 in aracic 8
AUDITIONING THE DEMOSONGS 9
AUDITIONING THE SOUNDS 10
Adjusting the Volume 1
Selecting Sounds 10
Silencing Sounds —Mute 10
COMBINING THE P-55 WITH ASOUND MODULE 11
Combining the P-55 with aMulti-Timbral Sound Module 11
Combining the P-55 with aGM or GS Generator 1
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P-55 PARAMETERS 13
About the P-55's Parameters 1
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Changing the Parameter to be Edited 13
ABOUT THE DISPLAY ,14
changing the Parameters Normally Displayed 14
PART PARAMETERS T..... 15
Altering the Settings for Part Parameters 115
Values for the Parameters/Changing Their Settings 15
•Selecting the Sound Assigned to aPart —Instrument 1
5
•Adjusting aPart's Volume —Level 16
•Adjusting aPart's Pan (Sound Image Orientation) —Pan 1
6
•Adding Reverberation —Reverb 17
•Adding Expansiveness to the Sound —Chorus 17
•Transposing the Pitch of Notes in Semitone Units —Key Shift 17
•Altering the Channel on Which MIDI Messages are Received —MIDI Channel 18
PART PARAMETERS 219
Altering Settings for Part Parameters 219
Values for the Parameters/Changing Their Settings 19
•Adjusting the Sound's Brightness —Brilliance 19
•Selecting aSub-Instrument —Sub-Instrument.. 19
•Adjusting the Volume of the Sub-Instrument —Sub-Instrument Level 20
•Fine-Tuning the Pitch of a Sub-Instrument —Sub-Instrument Detune 20
•Setting the Changes in Volume and Timbre Obtained Through Velocity —Touch 21
•Changing the Tuning Curve —Stretch 22
•Transposing the Sub-Instrument —Sub-Instrument Key Shift 22
•Splitting Notes to be Played by instrument/Sub-Instrument ^Split Point .-. 23

SYSTEM PARAMETERS 25
Making Settings for the System Parameters ,25
Values for the Parameters/Changing Their Settings 25
•Fine-Tuningthe Pitch —Tune 25
•Playing Using Baroque Pitch —Baroque Pitch 26
•Playing Using Classical Tuning —Temperament 26
•Changing the Tonic —Temperament Key 27
•Changing the Type of Reverb —Reverb Type 28
•Changing the Type of Chorus —Chorus Type 28
•Using Multiple P-S5s —Stacking 29
•Changing the MIDI Reception Mode —MIDI Mode 30
OTHER FUNCTIONS 31
storing Your Favorite Settings-User Patches 31
•Calling Up User Patches 31
•Changing the Settings for aUser Patch 32
Changing the Device ID 33
Transmitting the P-55's Settings from MIDI OUT —Bulk Dump 33
Restoring All the Settings the Unit Originally Had —Factory Preset 34
TOWARD BEnER PERFORMANCES 35
The Two Instrument Tables 35
About Pedals 37
Effects Parameters Available Only Through MIDI 38
When You Don't Have Enough Polyphonic Notes 38
APPENDICES 39
ErrorAVarning Messages 39
Instrument Chart 40
Factory Preset Chart 41
Troubleshooting 42
Roland Exclusive Messages 45
MIDI Implementation 47
MIDI Implementation Chart 53
SPECIFICATIONS 54
INDEX TO PROCEDURES ...55
INDEX 57

PRECAUTIONS
Important Notes
•Be sure to use only the adaptor supplied with the unit. Use
of any other power adaptor could result in damage,
malfunction, or electric shock.
[Power Supply]
•When making any connections with other devices, always
turn off the 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 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 plug itself; never pull on the cord.
•If the unit is to remain unused for along period of time,
unplug the power cord.
[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.
•Do not expose this unit to temperature extremes (eg. direct
sunlight in an enclosed vehicle can deform or discolor the
unit) or install it near devices that radiate heat.
[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,
dry cloth.
•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 5
years.
Please be aware that the actual life of the battery will
depend on the physical environment (especially
temperature) in which the unit is used. When it is time to
change the battery, consult with qualified service personnel.
•When the battery becomes weak, the following message
will appear in the display: "btL "Please change battery
as soon as possible to avoid the loss of memory data.
•Please be aware that the contents of memory may at times
be lost; when the unit is sent for repairs or when by some
chance amalfunction has occurred.
important data should be stored in another MIDI device (e.
g. asequencer), 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.
[Additional Precautions]
•Protect the unit from strong impact.
•Do not allow objects or liquids 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.
•Asmall amount of heat will radiate from the unit, and thus
should be considered normal.
•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.

Panel Descriptions
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I.POWER Switch
Press to turn power ON or OFF.
2. VOLUME Knob
Provides control over the volume of the sound output from the
OUTPUT jacks and PHONES jack.
3. PHONES Jack
Accepts connection of headphones (preferably the optionally
available Roland RH-20/80/120). Even with headphones
connected, sound will continue to be output from the
OUTPUT jacks.
4. Parameter Indicators
Allow you to determine the parameter for which the display
currently indicates avalue. The indicators light in
correspondence with the buttons at the panel's upper right.
5. Display
Provides display of the Tone numbers or the values of the
various parameters, depending on the status of the unit at that
time.
6. Parameter Group Button
Allows you to switch between the various parameter groups
that can be edited from the panel.
7. MUTE Button
You can mute the sound that is output from the P-55 by
pressing this button.
8.
Part Buttons (PART)
Used to select the Part for which you wish to alter settings.
Depending on the mode, they are also used to adjust the
brilliance and tuning (standard pitch).
Instrument Buttons (INSTRUMENT)
Used to select the Instrument (sound). Also, depending on the
mode, they are used to select the Sub-Instrument and turn
On/Off the baroque pitch feature.
Level Button (LEVEL)
Used to adjust the volume for each of the Parts. Also,
depending on the mode, it is used to adjust the volume for the
Sub-Instrument, and to select atemperament (tuning).
Pan Button (PAN)
Used to adjust the position of the sound image. Also,
depending on the mode, it is used to detune the Sub-
Instrument (fine adjustment of the pitch) and to select the tonic
(central pitch) for tuning.
Reverb Button (REVERB)
Adjusts the reverberation level. Also, depending on the mode,
it is used to select the Touch and Reverb type.
Chorus Button (CHORUS)
Adjusts the chorus level. Also, depending on the mode, it is
used to select the tuning curve and Chorus type.
Key Shift Button (KEY SHIFT)
Used to perform pitch transpositions. Also, depending on the
mode, it is used to transpose the Sub-Instrument and make
settings for "Stacking."
MIDI Channel Button (MIDI CH)
Used to select the channel used for MIDI reception. Also,
depending on the mode, it is used to adjust the split point and
make settings for the MIDI reception mode.

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9. INPUT Jacks
These jacks accept the input of audio signals coming from
some external unit. These signals will be mixed with the audio
produced by the P-55 itself, and then output from the
OUTPUT jacks.
10. OUTPUT jacks
These jacks provide output of the sound produced by the P-55,
which is mixed with whatever sound has been sent to the
INPUT jacks.
11. MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT, THRU)
These connectors allow MIDI messages to be exchanged with
other MIDI devices;
12. Cord Hook
To prevent the AC adaptor cord from being accidentally
disconnected, it should be looped around this hook.
13. AC Adaptor Jack
The supplied AC Adaptor should be connected to this jack.

Making the Connections
Following the illustration below, connect the P-55 with your external devides.
OLLOV/INC TVIO CONDIIIONS:
THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY
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LINE rN, AUX,
TAPE IN, or the like
Audio Sei
MIDI IN MIDI OUT
To ihe outlet
AC Adaptor (supplied)
MIDI device, such as a MIDI keyboard
or sequencer
The P-55 does not come with its own amplifier or speakers. To hear the sound it
produces, you will need to connect an amplifier and speakers, or use headphones.
When connecting cords between this unit's OUTPUT jacks and an amplifier or stereo set,
make sure you have the power to all equipment turned OFF. Also, to prevent damage to
speakers, make sure to have the volume on ail units set at the lowest possible level.
To use headphones, insert the plug into the PHONES jack.
Using tiie cord hoolc
Connect the included AC adaptor to the P-55, and then plug it into an AC outlet. By fixing
the AC adaptor cable with the cable hook, you can prevent the plug from accidentally
being disconnected.
*Please use only the included AC adaptor. Using other AC adaptors can result in
malfunction or electric shock.
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Turning on the Power-
Once all the necessary connections have been made, follow the steps below to turn the
unit ON.
^^r^ Set the volume on all external devices to the lowest possible level.
Turn the volume knob on the P-55 all the way to the left so you have the volume at
minimum.
Push the power switch ON.
*If you connected the P-55 directly to your stereo system, be careful of the output
level. Excessive volumes can damage your speakers.
*When powering down, first turn down the volume on your amplifier, then turn off the P-55.
Installing the P-55 in a Rack •
Attach the P-55 to the RAD-50 Rack Mount Adaptor (sold separately) as illustrated in the
following diagram. Other half-rack size dievices, such as the Sound Canvas, can also be
installed.
W"\W With ascrewdriver, carefully remove the four rubber feet from the bottom of the unit.
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Attach the RAD-50 adaptor to the P-55 using the screw holed located nearest the front of
the unit, using the screws from the rubber feet. Do not re-attach the rubber feet.
*When re-attacbing the rubber feet to the unit, be sure to use the same screws that you
used to attach the unit to the rack mount. Use ofadifferent type ofscrew could result
in damage or mulfunction.

AUDITIONING THE DEMO SONGS
Perform the following to put the P-55 into the Demo Mode:
^J^ While holding down both the PART -^ and PART >- buttons, turn the power ON.
The P-55 goes into the Demo Mode.
Select the song using the PART -m or PART ^buttons.
Play will start when you press the Parameter Group button.
To stop play of the demo songs, press the MUTE button.
'*^ To exit the Demo Mode and return to the unit's normal status, once again simultaneously
press both the PART -^ and PART >buttons.
*None of the P-55's other functions are operable while in the Demo Mode.
*The performance data for these demonstration songs is not output from MIDI OUT.
*Please note that relevant laws prohibit the recording of these demonstration songs, as
well as their use for public performance or broadcast (and all other usage which
would extend beyond their use solely for private, personal enjoyment) without the
express permission of the copyright holder.
Please refer to the separately supplied sheet for alist of the Demo Songs contained in the
P-55, which includes the song's name, composer's name, and aprofile for each
composer.

AUDITIONING THE SOUNDS
This page guides you through the basics of playing the P-55.
^^b^ Connect the P-55 with your peripheral devices following the instructions in ''Making the
^--^^ Connections" (p. 7).
Turn the power ON in accord with the instructions in "Turning On The Power" (p. 8).
Select Part 1by pressing PART -^ .
Set the MIDI channel on the unit you will be using to send MIDI data to the P-55 (such
as akeyboard) to "1 ."
The P-55 can now be played using the keyboard or other device you have connected.
*If you have already made achange in aPartes MIDI channel, you may fmd that no
sound will be produced.
When you have changed the MIDI channels for the Parts, you will need to match the
MIDI transmission channel on the MIDI keyboard with the MIDI channel used by Part
1on the P-55,
Adjusting the Volume
Selecting Sounds
The more you rotate the VOLUME knob clockwise, the greater the volume becomes. To
decrease the volume, turn the knob counterclockwise.
Press INSTRUMENT Mor INSTRUMENT ^^ to select the Instrument you desire.
The number of the selected Instrument is shown in the display. For information on the
Instruments contained in the P-55, please refer to the "Instrument Chart" (p. 40).
Silencing Sounds Mute
The Mute feature allows you to silence sounds whenever you wish. When aPart is muted,
it will temporarily not produce any sound, even though it continues to receive the MIDI
messages directed to it. This is convenient to use when there is acertain Part that you
temporarily do not wish to hear.
Press MUTE to mute aPart.
When Mute is turned ON, the indicator on its button lights, and that Part stops sounding.
When you push the button once again, the indicator goes out and Mute is turned OFF.
The Mute indicator will light when you select Parts
for which Mute has been turned ON.
Note that amuted Part continues to receive MIDI
messages. It simply will temporarily not produce
sound. Since it still responds to messages such as
Program Changes, the Instrument being used can be
changed while the Part is silent.
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COMBINING THE P-55 WITH
ASOUND MODULE
Combining the P-55 with aMulti-Timbra! Sound l\/loduie
You may wish to set up your P-55 so you are able to hear its piano sounds instead of the
Piano Parts provided by your multi-timbral sound module.
You would connect the units as shown below.
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If connections are made as shown above, playing back song data will cause the multi-
timbral sound source and the P-55 to sound simultaneously.
In order to make the P-55 play the piano part and the multi-timbral sound source play the
other parts, use the following procedure.
Mute or set the reception of MIDI data off for the Piano Part on the multi-timbral sound
module.
Set the P-55's MIDI reception channel so it matches the Piano Part's MIDI channel.
Press PART Mor PART ^to select the part, then press MIDI CH -M or MIDI CH >- to
make the selection.
The P-55 contains three parts, so mute the part not playing.
Select the instrument to play on the Piano Part.
Press PART Mor PART ^to select the part, then press INSTRUMENT Mor
INSTRUMENT -and select atone.
Get the computer or sequencer to start playing the song data.
You now can hear the piano part played by the P-55, while the other parts will be played
by the multi-timbral sound module.
*Note that if the song data contains Program Change data, the tone will be changed.
You may need to edit the Program Change data that is sent by the sequencer in order
to be sure that it will cause the P-55 to play the sounds that you intend.
*If you connect the output jack of the multi-timbral sound module to the input jack of
the P-55, the sound of the two sound modules will be output together from the P'55.
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Combining the P-55 with aGM or GS Generator
For example, with an SC-55mkt[ (Roland Sound Canvas sound module) that you are going
to play using a sequencer or computer, you would connect the units as shown below.
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If connections are made as shown above, playing back song data will cause the SC-55mkII
and the P-55 to sound simultaneously.
In order to make the P-55 play the piano part and the SC-55mkll play the other parts, use
the following procedure.
Hold down INSTRUMENT >while you turn ON the power, and press the Parameter
Group button. The P-55 will be set to use Instrument Table 2.
*Sound data that was created specifically for CM/GS sound generators often contains
the MIDI data for producing aGM On or GS Reset Upon reception ofsucfi data, the
P-55 will automatically set to use Instrument Table 2, so step 1may be unnecessary.
Set the P-55's MIDI reception channel so it matches the Piano Part's MIDI channel.
Press PART Mor PART >- to select the part, then press MIDI CH <or MIDI CH
make the selection.
The P-55 contains three parts, so mute the part not playing.
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Mute the Piano Part on the SC-55mklI sound generator.
Press the SC-55mkli's PART -^ or PART ^to select the Piano Part, then Press the MUTE
button.
Get the computer or sequencer to start playing the song data.
You now can hear the piano part played by the P-55, while the other parts will be played
bytheSC-SSmkll.
*To restore the P-55 to its standard system of sound organization (Instrument Table 1),
bold down INSTRUMENT <and turn ON the power, then press the Parameter
Group button.
*// you use aCM-300, CM-500 etc., that cannot mute the part itself, you have to set the
reception of MIDI data off using System Exclusive messages. Refer to the MIDI
Implementation section in the owner^s manual of the device you are using.
*If you connect the output jack of the SC-55 mkll to the input jack of the P-55, the
sound of the two sound modules will be output together from the P-55.
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P-55 PARAMETERS
About the P-55's Parameters
There are three parameter groups in the P-55.
OPart Parameters 1
These parameters can beset individually for each of the three Parts.
They are used for things such as assigning the Instruments to each Part, and setting the
depth of the effects.
Most of the parameters dealing with performance are contained in this group.
OPart Parameters 2
The same as Part Parameters 1, these parameters can be set individually for each of the
three Parts. They are used to select the brightness of the sound for each Part, and to select
Sub-Instruments. This group also includes the parameters which enhance the
expressiveness of aperformance, including those which determine how the sound module
will respond depending on how an instrument is played.
OSystem Parameters
This group consists of the parameters for the standard pitch, type of effects, MIDI data
reception mode, and other parameters that affect the entire unit.
Changing the Parameter to be Edited
With each press of the Parameter Group button, the indicator next to the button will
remain dark, light up, or flash, thus indicating one of the three possible editing states. The
illustration below shows the three states and the type of parameter you can edit at that
time.
Part Parameters 1(Dark)
PARAM 1
PARAM 2
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PARAM 2
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System Parameters (Flashing) Part Parameters 2(Lit)
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ABOUT THE DISPLAY
The parameters shown in the P-55's display are as follows:
Parameter Group Parameter Normally Displayed
Part Parameter 1instrument Number
Part Parameter 2Brilliance
System Parameter Tune (standard pitch)
When changes have been made in value, the value of the parameter being set is shown
momentarily. After amoment, however, the display will revert to its display of the
parameters above (Parameter Normally Displayed). You can view the eight parameter
indicators (which correspond to the buttons), and by noting which of them are lit,
determine which parameter the information in the display refers to.
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Changing the Parameters Normally Displayed
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If you wish, you can set the unit so it normally displays other parameters. Three settings,
one for each of the three possible editing states (dark, flashing, or lit), can be made. This
allows you to configure the unit so it is more convenient for your needs.
Press the Parameter Group button and select the parameter group for which you want to
change the setting.
Press both the <and >buttons simultaneously for the parameter that you want to
normally have shown.
For example, while the Parameter Group button's indicator remains dark (Part Parameters
1assessable), and you wish to thereafter have the Part Level be the parameter that is
usually displayed for that group, you would simultaneously press LEVEL -^ and LEVEL ^.
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PART PARAMETERS 1
The P-55 is capable of playing three Parts. For each of these Parts you can make settings which determine the particular MIDI
channel on which it will respond to MIDI data, and what sound it will produce as aresult. In addition, other settings such as those
for reverb and chorus can also be made.
Altering the Settings for Part Parameters 1
To alter the settings for the parameters included in Part Parameters 1, you first need to
press the Parameter Group button and confirm that its indicator is dark. Then press PART
-^ or PART >and select whichever of the Parts (from 1—3) for which you wish to
make parameter settings.
Values for the Parameters/Changing Their Settings
•Selecting the Sound Assigned to aPart —Instrument
[Acceptable Values] P01 —Pi 5, El 6—E25, o26 —o32
Press INSTRUMENT <or INSTRUMENT -and select atone.
*For information on the Instruments contained in tlie P-55, please refer to the
''Instrument Chart'' (p. 40).
Concerning Display of Instrument Numbers
At times, adot will be displayed along with the Instrument Numbers. By the position of
this dot, you can determine what the settings for Sub-Instruments are, and the Instrument
table.
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The Sub-Instrument will sound simultaneously.
The Sub-Instrument will be muted while the main Instrument sounds.
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Adjusting aPart's Volume —Level
[Acceptable Values] —127
As the value is increased, the volume becomes louder.
Press LEVEL <or LEVEL ^to adjust the volume.
Adjusting aPart's Pan (Sound Image Orientation) —Pan
[Acceptable Values] rnd, 163 — — r63
rnd (Random) Provides aspecialized effect, with the sound moved randomly back and
forth with each note played.
LI —L63 (Left) The sound image is oriented more toward the left side. The higher the
value, the more the image is moved to the left.
The sound image is oriented in the center.
r1 —r63 (Right) The sound image is oriented more toward the right side. The higher the
value, the more the image is moved to the right.
Press PAN -* or PAN ^to adjust the pan.
These panning effects will not be obtained when the unit is connected in mono.
With some sounds, you will still be able to perceive asmall amount of the sound as
coming from the opposite speaker.
In emulating an actual piano, the P-55 localizes individual notes in varying degrees to
the right as they get higher in pitch. Similarly, the lower in pitch anote is, the more it
will be localized toward the left. When orienting the sound image using Pan, you are
setting the value for the center of this fairly broad overall image.
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Adding Reverberation —Reverb
[Acceptable Values] —127
The higher the value, the more the effect is applied.
Press REVERB -4 or REVERB to adjust it.
*The type of reverb can be selected using Reverb Type in the System mode (p. 28).
Adding Expansiveness to the Sound —Chorus
[Acceptable Values] —127
The higher the value, the more pronounced the effect becomes.
Press MCHORUS or CHORUS -and adjust it.
*The type of chorus can be selected using Chorus Type in the System mode (p. 28).
Transposing the Pitch of Notes in Semitone Units —Key Shift
The Key Shift function is convenient to use when wishing to make music easier to play,
since it allows you to shift awhole piece up or down in semitone units. For example, you
could set it so you can play asong that is originally in the key of Dmajor (2 sharps), while
you actually use the more familiar fingering that you would use for Cmajor.
[Acceptable Values] -24 to 0, —24
With each increase (decrease) by one in the value, the pitch is raised (lowered) by one
semitone. 12 is thus equivalent to an octave, and 24 is two octaves. At zero, there will be
no transposition at all.
Press KEY SHrFT Mor KEY SHIFT -to perform the adjustment.
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Altering the Channel on Which MIDI Messages are Received —MIDI Channel
[Acceptable Values] 01 —16^ oFF
When set to 1—16, that Part will respond to the MIDI messages on the specified MIDI
channel.
If you set it to oFF, that Part will ignore all incoming MIDI information.
Press MIDI CH <and MIDI CH to make the selection.
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