Roland MP-500 User manual

USING THE UNIT SAFELY ...............................................................4

IMPORTANT NOTES ......................................................................6

Main Features of the MP-500 ....................................................... 7

Button Descriptions ......................................................................8

Getting Started........................................................................... 10

Connecting the Power Cord ........................................................................................ 10

Opening and Closing the Lid ...................................................................................... 10

About the Pedals ........................................................................................................... 10

Turning the Power On and Off ................................................................................... 11

Adjusting the Volume .................................................................................................. 11

Setting the Music Stand ............................................................................................... 11

Connecting Headphones ............................................................................................. 12

Listening to the Demo Songs.......................................................13

Playing/Stopping the Demo Songs ............................................................................ 13

Selecting a Song for Playback ...................................................................................... 14

List of Demo Songs........................................................................................................ 15

Playing the Keyboard ................................................................ 16

Playing with Various Sounds ...................................................................................... 16

Layering Two Instrument Sounds—Dual Play......................................................... 16

Using Two Different Sounds for Right And Left Hands—Split Function ............ 17

Adding Reverberation to the Sound—Reverb Effect ............................................... 18

Adding Breadth to the Sound—Chorus Effect.......................................................... 19

Sounding the Metronome............................................................................................. 20

Try Recording Your Performance ................................................ 22

Recording........................................................................................................................ 22

Listening to the Recorded Performance ..................................................................... 24

Deleting Recorded Songs.............................................................................................. 24

Convenient Functions..................................................................25

Changing Keyboard Touch Sensitivity ...................................................................... 25

Transposing without Changing Your Fingering—Key Transpose ....................... 25

Adjusting the Pitch of the Sound—Master Tuning ................................................. 26

Changing the Volume Balance in Dual Play ............................................................. 27

Changing the Depth of the Reverb ............................................................................. 27

Changing the Depth of the Chorus ............................................................................ 27

Changing the Damper Pedal’s Resonance ................................................................ 28

Playing Songs Using Tunings from Classical Music ............................................... 28

Changing Tuning Curves ............................................................................................ 29

Disabling Buttons—Panel Lock .................................................................................. 30

Connecting to MIDI Devices......................................................... 31

About the MIDI Connectors ........................................................................................ 31

Making the Connections .............................................................................................. 31

Cautions when Connecting an External MIDI Device

(Local On/Off and Omni On/Off).............................................................................. 32

Set the MIDI Channel ................................................................................................... 33

Transmitting/Receiving Sound Selection Data—Program Change ..................... 34

Turning Transmission and Reception of Control Changes On/Off ..................... 35

Transmitting Performance Data from MIDI Out ..................................................... 35

Connecting to Audio Equipment .................................................. 36

Troubleshooting .........................................................................37

Functions Assigned to the Keyboard...........................................38

MIDI Implementation Chart......................................................... 39

Specifications ............................................................................. 40

Index ......................................................................................... 41

without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

Owner’s Manual

Roland Digital Piano

Before using this unit, carefully

read the sections entitled:

“IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS” (p. 3), “USING

THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 4), and

“IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 6).

These sections provide

important information

concerning the proper operation

of the unit. Additionally, in order

to feel assured that you have

gained a good grasp of every

feature provided by your new

unit, Owner’s manual should be

read in its entirety. The manual

should be saved and kept on

hand as a convenient reference.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 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 a risk 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) instructions in the

literature accompanying the product.

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with

one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two

blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the

third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided

plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for

replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the

point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12. Never use with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,

or table except as specified by the

manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when

moving the cart/apparatus combination to

avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when

unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing

is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any

way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid

has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,

the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does

not operate normally, or has been dropped.

IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.

BLUE:

BROWN:

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying

the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.

NEUTRAL

LIVE

For the U.K.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

001

• Before using this unit, make sure to read the

instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

..........................................................................................................

002a

• Do not open or perform any internal modifica-

tions on the unit.

..........................................................................................................

003

• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts

within it (except when this manual provides

specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer

all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland

Service Center, or an authorized Roland

distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

..........................................................................................................

004

• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct

sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating

duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or

are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors);

or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration.

..........................................................................................................

007

• Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is

level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on

stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

..........................................................................................................

008a

• The unit should be connected to a power supply

only of the type described in the operating instruc-

tions, or as marked on the rear of unit.

..........................................................................................................

008e

• Use only the attached power-supply cord.

..........................................................................................................

009

• Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord,

nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can

damage the cord, producing severed elements and

short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock

hazards!

..........................................................................................................

010

• This unit, 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

a long period of time at a high volume level, or at

a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience

any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should

immediately stop using the unit, and consult an

audiologist.

..........................................................................................................

011

• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material,

coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft

drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

..........................................................................................................

012b

• Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC

adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by

your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or

an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the

“Information” page when:

• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the

plug has been damaged; or

• If smoke or unusual odor occurs

• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been

spilled onto the unit; or

• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise

has become wet); or

• The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance.

..........................................................................................................

Used for instructions intended to alert

the user to the risk of injury or material

damage should the unit be used

improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or

other adverse effects caused with

respect to the home and all its

furnishings, as well to domestic

animals or pets.

Used for instructions intended to alert

the user to the risk of death or severe

injury should the unit be used

improperly.

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be

carried out. The specific thing that must be done is

indicated by the design contained within the circle. In

the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-

cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions

or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is

determined by the design contained within the

triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for

general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never

be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that

must not be done is indicated by the design contained

within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it

means that the unit must never be disassembled.

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013

• In households with small children, an adult

should provide supervision until the child is

capable of following all the rules essential for the

safe operation of the unit.

..........................................................................................................

014

• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

..........................................................................................................

015

• Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share

an outlet with an unreasonable number of other

devices. Be especially careful when using

extension cords—the total power used by all

devices you have connected to the extension

cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating

(watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive

loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat

up and eventually melt through.

..........................................................................................................

016

• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult

with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service

Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as

listed on the “Information” page.

..........................................................................................................

026

• Do not put anything that contains water (e.g.,

flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of

insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray

cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any

liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.

101a

• The unit should be located so that its location or

position does not interfere with its proper venti-

lation.

..........................................................................................................

102b

• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply

cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an

outlet or this unit.

..........................................................................................................

103a:

• At regular intervals, you should unplug the power

plug and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all

dust and other accumulations away from its

prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the

power outlet whenever the unit is to remain

unused for an extended period of time. Any

accumulation of dust between the power plug and

the power outlet can result in poor insulation and

lead to fire.

..........................................................................................................

104

• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming

entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be

placed so they are out of the reach of children.

..........................................................................................................

106

• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on

the unit.

..........................................................................................................

107b

• Never handle the power cord or its plugs with wet

hands when plugging into, or unplugging from,

an outlet or this unit.

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108d: Selection

• If you need to move the instrument, take note of

the precautions listed below. At least two persons

are required to safely lift and move the unit. It

should be handled carefully, all the while keeping

it level. Make sure to have a firm grip, to protect

yourself from injury and the instrument from

damage.

• Check to make sure the knob bolts securing the

unit to the stand have not become loose. Fasten

them again securely whenever you notice any

loosening.

• Disconnect the power cord.

• Disconnect all cords coming from external

devices.

• Raise the adjusters on the stand (p. 10).

• Close the lid.

• Remove the music stand.

..........................................................................................................

109a

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and

unplug the power cord from the outlet (p. 10).

..........................................................................................................

110a

• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning

in your area, pull the plug on the power cord out

of the outlet.

..........................................................................................................

116

• Be careful when opening/closing the lid so you do

not get your fingers pinched (p. 10). Adult super-

vision is recommended whenever small children

use the unit.

..........................................................................................................

118

• Should you remove the screws fastening the

stand, make sure to put them in a safe place out of

children's reach, so there is no chance of them

being swallowed accidentally.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

291b

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 3,

4 and 5, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

301

• Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any

device that will generate line noise (such as an electric

motor or variable lighting system).

307

• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the

power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions

and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

308

• Although the LCD and LEDs are switched off when the

POWER switch is switched off, this does not mean that the

unit has been completely disconnected from the source of

power. If you need to turn off the power completely, first

turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord

from the power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into

which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug

should be one that is within easy reach.

Placement

351

• Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment

containing large power transformers) may induce hum.

To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this

unit; or move it farther away from the source of inter-

ference.

352a

• This device may interfere with radio and television

reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such

receivers.

352b

• Noise may be produced if wireless communications

devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of

this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initi-

ating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience

such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices

so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch

them off.

354b

• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near

devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed

vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes.

Also, do not allow lighting devices that normally are used

while their light source is very close to the unit (such as a

piano light), or powerful spotlights to shine upon the

same area of the unit for extended periods of time.

Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

355b

• When moved from one location to another where the

temperature and/or humidity is very different, water

droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage

or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in

this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must

allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation

has completely evaporated.

356

• Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain

on the piano for long periods of time. Such objects can

discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish.

358

• Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard.

This can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing

to produce sound.

359

• Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument.

Peeling such matter off the instrument may damage the

exterior finish.

Maintenance

401b

• To clean the unit, use a dry, soft cloth; or one that is

slightly dampened. Try to wipe the entire surface using an

equal amount of strength, moving the cloth along with the

grain of the wood. Rubbing too hard in the same area can

damage the finish.

402

• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any

kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or

deformation.

• The pedals of this unit are made of brass.

Brass eventually darkens as the result of the natural

oxidization process. If the brass becomes tarnished, polish

it using commercially available metal polisher.

Additional Precautions

553

• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s

buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks

and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

556

• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the

connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you

will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s

internal elements.

557

•A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during

normal operation.

558a

• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s

volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use

headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about

those around you (especially when it is late at night).

559b

• When you need to transport the unit, pack it in shock-

absorbent material. Transporting the unit without doing

so can cause it to become scratched or damaged, and

could lead to malfunction.

560

• Do not apply undue force to the music stand while it is in

use.

562

• Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using

some other make of connection cable, please note the

following precautions.

• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use

cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this

unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level

to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For infor-

mation on cable specifications, contact the manufac-

turer of the cable.

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Main Features of the MP-500

Authentic piano performances

High-quality concert grand piano tones, combined with the Progressive Hammer Action

keyboard, which provides more realistic piano touch, with a heavier feel in the low end

and a lighter feel in the upper notes, let you enjoy truly authentic piano performances.

•

Captures the brilliant resonance

The sound of a grand piano has a more brilliant timbre than that of an upright piano.

This is because the sound of a grand piano contains a greater amount of high-frequency

components. The piano sounds of the MP-500 reproduce this characteristic of the grand

piano.

•

Reproduces the extended high-frequency response

One of the features of the acoustic piano is that for the approximately one and a half

octaves at the top of the range, there is no damper to restrict the vibration of the strings.

This allows the vibration of the string to continue whether or not the damper pedal is

pressed. Since this also allows these strings to vibrate sympathetically with other strings,

they can sometimes be heard sounding independently from the low and middle-register

strings.

The MP-500 faithfully simulates these characteristics of the acoustic piano.

Nine tones for use in a wide variety of musical genres

The MP-500 features not only piano tones, but nine different internal tones that you can

use in a variety of musical genres (8 tones + 1 tone [in Split mode]).

Three metronome sounds

The MP-500 provides a metronome that lets you use three different sounds. You can

easily adjust the tempo and time.

Record your own performances

The MP-500 makes it easy to record your own performances.

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Button Descriptions

Button, switch and knob names are enclosed in square brackets ( [ ] ).

fig.2-01

[Power] Switch

Pressed to switch the power on and off (p. 11).

[Volume] Slider

Adjusts the overall volume (p. 11).

[Reverb] Button

Used to add reverberation to the sound (p. 18).

[Chorus] Button

Adds the Chorus Effect to the sound (p. 19).

Tone Buttons

The following eight buttons are collectively referred to as the Tone buttons.

These are used to select the tone to played via the keyboard (p. 16).

[Piano 1] Button

[Piano 2] Button

[Electric Piano 1] Button

[Electric Piano 2] Button

[Harpsichord] Button

[Vibraphone] Button

[Pipe Organ] Button

[Strings] Button

By holding down three of these buttons while you then press a specific key, you can

make various settings on the MP-500.

→

“Functions Assigned to the Keyboard” (p. 38)

Volume MaxMin Reverb Chorus StringsPiano 1 Piano 2 chord

Harpsi-

phone Organ

Vibra- Pipe

Piano 1

Electric

Piano 2

Electric

Tone

Power

234 5

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Button Descriptions

Metronome [Tempo] Slider

This adjusts the tempo of the metronome (p. 21).

Metronome [Beat] Slider

Used to select the time of the metronome (p. 21).

Metronome [Sound] Button

This is used to change the metronome sound (p. 21).

This button is also used in setting the Split function (p. 17).

Metronome [On/Off] Button

Activates the built-in metronome (p. 20).

[Play] Button

This starts and stops the demo songs, or a recorded performance (p. 13, p. 24).

It also is used to start/stop recording (p. 22).

[Rec] Button

Press this button to put MP-500 in recording standby (p. 22).

[Demo Song/Key Touch] Button

This plays the demo songs (p. 13).

By holding down this button while you then press a specific key, you can change the

touch sensitivity (p. 25) or make various settings on the MP-500.

→

“Functions Assigned to the Keyboard” (p. 38)

120 16 8

Tempo Beat

20840 60 80 96

3602 4

Play Rec

Demo Song

Sound On / Off

Metronome

6 789101112

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Getting Started

Connecting the Power Cord

NOTE

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices,

always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices

before making any connections.

Connect the supplied power cable to the

AC Inlet on the rear panel of the MP-500.

Connect the power cable to an AC outlet.

fig.3-01

Opening and Closing the Lid

fig.3-03

When opening the MP-500’s lid, grasp the

lid with both hands and gently lift it

upwards, then slide it towards the back of

the piano.

When closing the lid, slowly pull the lid

forward, then gently lower it into place.

Do not insert your hands into the inside of the

piano through the space between the lid and

the keyboard.

NOTE

Take care not to allow fingers to be caught or pinched when

opening and closing the lid. Make sure an adult is on hand to

provide assistance when young children are playing the MP-500.

NOTE

For safety, transport the keyboard only with the lid in the closed

position.

About the Pedals

fig.3-04.e

Soft Pedal

This pedal softens the sound.

Playing with the soft pedal depressed produces a sound that

is not as strong as when otherwise played with the

equivalent strength.

Sostenuto Pedal

With the sostenuto pedal, only the sound played at the

moment the pedal is pressed is sustained.

Damper Pedal

Use this pedal when you want the sound to linger.

While the damper pedal is depressed, the sound from the

keyboard continues to linger/remain for an extended period,

even when you remove your fingers from the keys.

On acoustic pianos, when the damper pedal is depressed,

additional strings are released to resonate with the sound of

the keys that have been played, adding richness and breadth

to the sound. The damper pedal on the MP-500 recreates this

resonance when depressed. This resonance is called

“Sympathetic Resonance.”

You can change the amount of resonance applied with the

damper pedal. For more information and instructions, please

refer to “Changing the Damper Pedal’s Resonance” (p. 28).

AC In

Soft Pedal

Sostenuto Pedal

Damper Pedal

About the Adjuster

After you have moved this piano, or when you feel it is

unstabled, lower the adjuster at the bottom of the pedal

board as follows:

❍ Lower the adjuster so that it is firmly in contact with

the floor. If there is a gap between the adjuster and the

floor, the unit may malfunction when the pedal is

pressed. In particular when the instrument is placed

on a carpeted floor, you must lower the adjuster so

that it presses strongly against the floor.

Adjuster

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Getting Started

Turning the Power On and Off

NOTE

Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your

various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the

wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to

speakers and other devices.

■

Turning on the power

Before you switch on the power, turn the

volume all the way down by using the

[Volume] slider.

fig.3-05

Press the [Power] switch, to turn on the

power.

fig.3-06.e

After a few seconds, the keyboard will produce sound

when played. Adjust the volume appropriately.

NOTE

This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a

few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate

normally.

■

Turning off the power

Before switching the power off, turn the

volume all the way down by using the

[Volume] slider.

fig.3-05

Press the [Power] switch, to turn off the

power.

fig.3-07.e

The power is turned off.

Adjusting the Volume

Use the [Volume] slider to adjust the overall volume.

fig.3-08

Setting the Music Stand

Insert the music stand into the two holes as shown in the

figure below.

fig.3-02

NOTE

Before moving the MP-500, be sure to remove the music stand as a

safety precaution.

Volume MaxMin

Lower position

Volume MaxMin

OFF

Upper position

Volume MaxMin

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Getting Started

Connecting Headphones

The MP-500 features two headphone jacks. This allows two

people to listen through headphones simultaneously, making

it very useful for lessons and when performing piano pieces

for four hands. Additionally, this allows you to play without

having to worry about bothering others around you, even at

night.

fig.3-09

Turn the volume all the way down by using

the [Volume] slider.

Plug the headphones into the Phones jack

on the lower-left panel of the MP-500.

Use the [Volume] slider to adjust the

volume of the headphones.

This switches off the MP-500 speakers. Sound will be

heard only through the headphones.

NOTE

Please use stereo headphones.

●

Precautions to take when using

headphones

• To avoid damaging or severing the headphone cord, be

sure to handle the headphones by holding the phones

themselves, and grasping the plug and not the cord when

pulling the headphone plug.

• Connecting the headphones when the volume of

connected equipment is turned up may result in damage

to the headphones. Connect the headphones only after

turning the volume down completely.

• Listening at excessively high volume levels will not only

damage the headphones, but may also cause hearing loss.

Listen at appropriate levels.

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Listening to the Demo Songs

The MP-500 features thirty two internal piano songs.

Playing/Stopping the Demo Songs

fig.4-01

Press the [Demo Song/Key Touch] button, and confirm that the

indicator has lit.

The [Play] button’s indicator starts blinking.

fig.4-02.e

Press the [Play] button, and the indicator will change from blinking

to lit.

fig.4-03.e

The demo songs will play back in succession, starting with the first song. When the last

song has been played, playback will return to the first song and begin again.

To stop the demo song playback, press the [Demo Song/Key

Touch] button to make the indicator go out.

The demo song playback will stop.

fig.4-04.e

You can also stop demo song playback by pressing the [Play] button or [Rec]

button. In this case, the [Demo Song/Key Touch] button indicator will not be

extinguished. When you press the [Play] button next the demo song will resume

playing from the beginning of the song where playback was halted.

1, 3

Volume MaxMin Reverb Chorus StringsPiano 1 Piano 2 chord

Harpsi-

phone Organ

Vibra- Pipe

Piano 1

Electric

Piano 2

Electric

12 0 16 8

Tempo

Beat

20840 60 80 96

3602 4

Play Rec Demo SongSound On / Off

MetronomeTone

Demo Song Demo Song

Press

Lit

Play

Press

Lit

Demo Song Demo Song

Press

Dark

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Listening to the Demo Songs

It is not possible to change the tempo of a demo song.

If you press the [Demo Song/Key Touch] button while the metronome is sounding

(p. 20), the metronome will stop sounding. It is not possible to sound the

metronome while a demo song is playing.

Selecting a Song for Playback

Here’s how you can select and play a desired demo song.

While holding down the [Demo Song/Key Touch] button, and press

the Tone button that corresponds to the demo song you wish to

hear.

Four demo songs are assigned to each one of the Tone buttons.

While holding down the [Demo Song/Key Touch] button, press a relevant button

enough times to select the song you want, while cycling through the four song choices

available at that button.

For example, to play back from song “1-3,” hold down the [Demo Song/Key Touch]

button and press the [Piano 1] button three times.

If you are already playing back song “1-1,” hold down the [Demo Song/Key Touch]

button and press the [Piano 1] button two times to play Song “1-3.”

fig.4-05.e

The indicators of the [Demo Song/Key Touch] button and the [Play] button will light.

The demo songs will play back consecutively, starting with the song you selected.

When the last song has been played, playback will return to the first song and resume.

Subsequent demo songs are automatically played one after another until you stop them

playing.

NOTE

StringsPiano 1 Piano 2 chord

Harpsi-

phone Organ

Vibra- Pipe

Piano 1

Electric

Piano 2

Electric

Tone

Demo Song

1-1

1-2

1-3

1-4

2-1

2-2

2-3

2-4

3-1

3-2

3-3

3-4

4-1

4-2

4-3

4-4

5-1

5-2

5-3

5-4

6-1

6-2

6-3

6-4

7-1

7-2

7-3

7-4

8-1

8-2

8-3

8-4

While holding down...

Press the button corresponding to the song number

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Listening to the Demo Songs

■

List of Demo Songs

violation of applicable laws.

* No data for the music that is played will be output from MIDI OUT.

Profiles of Composers

No. Title Composer Copyright

1-1

1-2

1-3

1-4

2-1

2-2

2-3

2-4

3-1

3-2

3-3

3-4

4-1

4-2

4-3

4-4

5-1

Cantata BWV. 147 (Jazz Arranged)

J. S. Bach /

Naoki Nishi

5-2

5-3

5-4

6-1

6-2

6-3

6-4

7-1

7-2

7-3

7-4

8-1

8-2

8-3

8-4

John Maul Naoki Nishi

John Maul is a musician, composer and arranger having graduated from the

Royal Academy of Music in London. John’s work encompasses studio

recordings and live performances including work with top UK Jazz artists.

His writing credits include commercial music for BBC radio and television, as

well as scoring jazz and classical works.

Having been a product specialist for Roland U.K., John is now actively

involved in music software composing/programming for both Roland Japan

and various music publishers. Quite recently his “Musical Picture Book,” a

volume of original piano music encompassing all standards of musical ability,

which included the piano and orchestral accompaniment data in SMF format,

was published and printed.

Born in 1958 in Hiroshima, Japan. Began working professionaly at the

age of 21. Has so far released 9 albums on which he is featured. He

has also taken part in numerous other albums. His broad range of

activities have included appearances at a number of jazz festivals in

Japan and other parts of the world. In addition to his duties as an

instructor at the Tokyo Conservatoire Shoubi, he has provided his

services as a demonstrator for Roland since 1990. He is considered to

be one of Japan’s finest jazz pianist.

A. Dvoräk

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Playing the Keyboard

Playing with Various Sounds

The MP-500 allows you to play using eight different sounds including piano.

The MP-500’s sounds are called “Tones.”

Use the eight Tone buttons to select tones.

When the MP-500 is turned on, the tone is reset to “Piano 1.”

fig.5-01

Press any Tone button and confirm that its indicator is lit.

When you play the keyboard, the selected tone is played.

Tone Name Description

Piano 1

Full-sized Concert Grand Piano

Rich stereo sound, providing 32 polyphonic notes.

Piano 2

Full-sized Concert Grand Piano

64 polyphonic notes

Electric Piano 1

Sound of a Rhodes piano

Electric Piano 2

A synthesizer’s electric piano

Harpsichord

Delicate and elegant harpsichord sound

Vibraphone

The sound of a resonant vibraphone

Pipe Organ

A stately pipe organ sound

Strings

An ensemble of string instruments

Layering Two Instrument Sounds—Dual Play

Playing with two different tones on the keyboard simultaneously is called “Dual Play.”

fig.5-02.

While holding down the [Piano 1] button, press the [Strings] button.

The indicators on the two Tone buttons you have pressed will light, and both of the

Tones will be heard when you play the keyboard.

In this way, you can hold down one Tone button and press another Tone button to layer

two sounds for playing together.

To cancel the Dual Play, press any Tone button.

When you play the keyboard, only the sound of the button you pressed will be heard.

You can adjust the volume balance between the two selected tones in Dual Play.

Please refer to “Changing the Volume Balance in Dual Play” (p. 27).

Volume MaxMin Reverb Chorus StringsPiano 1 Piano 2 chord

Harpsi-

phone Organ

Vibra- Pipe

Piano 1

Electric

Piano 2

Electric

12 0 16 8

Tempo

Beat

20840 60 80 96

3602 4

Play Rec Demo SongSound On / Off

MetronomeTone

StringsPiano 1 Piano 2 chord

Harpsi-

phone Organ

Vibra- Pipe

Piano 1

Electric

Piano 2

Electric

Tone

While holding down

Press

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Playing the Keyboard

Using Two Different Sounds for Right And Left

Hands—Split Function

The piano allows you to divide the keyboard into two sections, upper and lower, and to

play two different Tones. Dividing the keyboard is called “Split” and the key where the

keyboard is split is called the “Split Point.”

The Split Point is at “F 3” when the power is turned on.

fig.5-20-1

Hold down the Tone button for the sound that you want to include

in the split, and press the Metronome [Sound] button.

The indicator on the Tone button you have pressed will flash.

Play the keyboard and hear that two different sounds are played in the upper and lower

sections.

The sounds will be assigned to the keyboard as follows:

* Chorus (p. 19) cannot be applied to the tones with Acoustic Bass.

* The pedal will have no effect on what is played in the lower section of the keyboard.

To cancel Split, press a Tone button with an indicator that is

extinguished.

The selected tone is effective for the entire keyboard.

Changing the Split Point

When you are using the Split function, you can change the location at which the

keyboard is split (the Split Point).

Hold down the Tone button whose indicator is blinking, and press

the note that you wish to use as the new Split Point.

The Split Point can be set from B1–B6.

The key that serves as the split point is included in the lower section.

The Split Point you set will be retained until the piano is switched off.

fig.5-20-2.e

Tone button

Lower Tone / Upper Tone

Piano 1

Acoustic Bass / Piano 1

Piano 2

Acoustic Bass / Piano 2

Electric Piano 1

Acoustic Bass / Electric Piano 1

Electric Piano 2

Acoustic Bass / Electric Piano 2

Harpsichord

Strings / Harpsichord

Vibraphone

Acoustic Bass / Vibraphone

Pipe Organ

Pipe Organ / Harpsichord

Strings

Strings / Piano 1

Volume

MaxMin

Reverb Chorus StringsPiano 1 Piano 2 chord

Harpsi-

phone Organ

Vibra- Pipe

Piano 1

Electric

Piano 2

Electric

12 0 16 8

Tempo

Beat

20840 60 80 96

3602 4

Play Rec Demo SongSound On/ Off

MetronomeTone

F 3 (The split point when the power is turned on)

B1 B6

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Playing the Keyboard

Adding Reverberation to the Sound—Reverb Effect

The MP-500 allows you to add reverberation to what you play on the keyboard.

With the Reverb Effect, you can get a pleasant reverberation, making it sound as if you

were performing in a concert hall or similar space.

The settings of the Reverb Effect cannot be memorized independently for each sound.

When the power is turned on, the Reverb Effect will be cancelled.

fig.5-03

Press the [Reverb] button to turn on the indicator.

The Reverb Effect will be applied to the entire sound.

fig.5-04.e

To cancel the Reverb Effect, press the [Reverb] button once again

to make the indicator go dark.

fig.5-05.e

The amount of Reverb can be changed. Please refer to “Changing the Depth of the

Reverb” (p. 27).

Volume MaxMin Reverb Chorus StringsPiano 1 Piano 2 chord

Harpsi-

phone Organ

Vibra- Pipe

Piano 1

Electric

Piano 2

Electric

12 0 16 8

Tempo

Beat

20840 60 80 96

3602 4

Play Rec Demo SongSound On / Off

MetronomeTone

Reverb Reverb

Press

Lit

Reverb Reverb

Press

Dark

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Playing the Keyboard

Adding Breadth to the Sound—Chorus Effect

The MP-500 allows you to add chorus to what you play on the keyboard.

By adding the Chorus Effect, you can give the sound greater dimension, with more

fatness and breadth.

The settings of the Chorus Effect are memorized independently for each sound.

When the power is turned on, the Chorus Effect will be applied to the “Electric Piano 1,”

“Electric Piano 2” and “Vibraphone” sounds. The Chorus Effect will be turned off for the

other sounds.

fig.5-06

Press the [Chorus] button to turn on the indicator.

The Chorus Effect will be applied to the currently selected sound.

fig.5-07.e

When you select a sound for which the Chorus Effect has not been turned on, the

[Chorus] button indicator will go dark.

To cancel the Chorus Effect, press the [Chorus] button once again

to make the indicator go dark.

fig.5-08.e

While using the Dual (p. 16) or Split (p. 17) functions, lighting/extinguishing the

[Chorus] button’s indicator will switch the Chorus Effect on/off for both sounds.

(However, when Split is being used, the Chorus Effect will not be applied to the

Acoustic Bass.)

After Dual or Split is cancelled, the piano reverts to the Chorus Effect setting that

a particular sound normally carries.

The on/off status of the [Chorus] button is not remembered when Dual or Split are

used.

The amount of Chorus can be changed. Please refer to “Changing the Depth of the

Chorus” (p. 27).

Volume MaxMin Reverb Chorus StringsPiano 1 Piano 2 chord

Harpsi-

phone Organ

Vibra- Pipe

Piano 1

Electric

Piano 2

Electric

12 0 16 8

Tempo

Beat

20840 60 80 96

3602 4

Play Rec Demo SongSound On / Off

MetronomeTone

Chorus Chorus

Press

Lit

Chorus Chorus

Press

Dark

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Playing the Keyboard

Sounding the Metronome

You can start or stop the metronome with a single button.

In addition to adjusting the tempo and time, you can also change the sound and volume

of the metronome.

fig.5-09

Press the Metronome [On/Off] button, and the metronome will begin

sounding.

fig.5-10.e

The Metronome [On/Off] button indicator will blink in red and green in time with the

currently selected time. It will blink in red on the downbeats, and in green on the

upbeats.

If the Metronome [Beat] slider is in the “0” position, the indicator will blink in green.

When you press the Metronome [On/Off] button once again to make

the indicator go dark, the metronome will stop sounding.

fig.5-11.e

■

Adjusting the Metronome Volume

The metronome volume can be adjusted in 8 levels.

The metronome volume is set to “4” when the keyboard is turned on.

While holding down the Metronome [On/Off] button, also press any

Tone button.

fig.5-12.e

Volume MaxMin Reverb Chorus StringsPiano 1 Piano 2 chord

Harpsi-

phone Organ

Vibra- Pipe

Piano 1

Electric

Piano 2

Electric

12 0 16 8

Tempo Beat

20840 60 80 96 3 602 4 Play Rec Demo SongSound On / Off

MetronomeTone

Press

Blinks alternately

in red and green

On /Off On /Off

Press

Dark

On /Off On /Off

While holding down...

34 5

Press

StringsPiano 1 Piano 2 chord

Harpsi-

phone Organ

Vibra- Pipe

Piano 1

Electric

Piano 2

Electric

Tone

On / Off

Increases the volume

Decreases the volume

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