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FR-2+b GB.book Page 2 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this device to rain or moisture. For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of European Directive EMC 89/336/EEC. Dieses Produkt entspricht der europäischen Richtlinie EMC 89/336/EEC. Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la directive européenne EMC 89/336/EEC. Questo prodotto è conforme alle esigenze della direttiva europea EMC 89/336/EEC.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 3 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Features 1. Features PBM (Physical Behavior Modeling) The FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion is based on Roland’s sound generation technology called “PBM” (Physical Behavior Modeling) whose sonic result is very close to the sound of traditional accordions. Super realistic accordion simulations The FR-2/FR-2b provides 8 memories called “Sets”, with 10 treble registers and 5 bass & chord registers.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 4 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Features Using the unit safely Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. 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 other adverse effects respect to the home furnishings, as well animals or pets.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 5 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Power supply • If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak and cause damage or injury. In the interest of safety, please read and observe the following precautions. • Carefully follow the installation instructions for batteries, and make sure you observe the correct polarity. • Avoid using new batteries together with used ones. In addition, avoid mixing different types of batteries.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 6 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Features • When connecting/disconnecting 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. • A small amount of heat will radiate from the instrument during normal operation. This is perfectly normal. • To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the instrument’s volume at reasonable levels.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 7 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Panel descriptions 3. Panel descriptions Treble control panel A B C DE A VOLUME knob This knob allows you to set the V-Accordion’s overall volume. Turn it all the way to the left (“POWER OFF”) to switch the FR-2/FR-2b off. Turn it towards the right to switch it on. B ORCH BASS button This button is used to switch the ORCHESTRAL BASS section on and off.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 8 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Panel descriptions Each register [6]~[8] allows you to select two sounds. When you select an orchestral sound, the corresponding register lights yellow. G PAD/DEFAULT button This button is used to switch the PAD function (see p. 16) on and off. While FUNCTION mode is active (see p. 18), this button allows you to recall the factory setting for the selected parameter.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 9 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Bass control panel Connection panel M L L DC IN socket This is where you can connect the supplied power adaptor (PSB-1U). Note that you can also purchase 8 optional batteries and use the FR-2/FR-2b without the adaptor. M MIDI OUT/IN socket This socket can be used to receive or transmit MIDI data. Its function depends on the setting of the “MIDI Out/In” parameter (see p. 21).
FR-2+b GB.book Page 10 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Setting up 4. Setting up Connections The FR-2/FR-2b has a compartment for 8 optional AA-type batteries. Consider purchasing such batteries when performing on stage. Using the OUTPUT sockets The FR-2/FR-2b needs to be connected to an amplification system.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 11 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Listening to the demo songs Note: You can also connect headphones to the PHONES socket, in which case you do not need to establish an audio connection. (4) Turn the FR-2/FR-2b’s [VOLUME] knob A from the “POWER OFF” position towards the right. (5) Switch on the receiving audio device. (6) Start playing. —To switch off your system— (7) Turn down the output volume of the receiving audio device, or switch it off.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 12 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Setting up ■Using the FR-2/FR-2b’s digital effects While playing on the Treble keyboard, you may have noticed that the accordion sounds are enhanced by effects (probably reverb). The FR-2/FR-2b contains 2 digital effects: Reverb: This effect creates the impression that you are playing in a concert hall, a church or a room. It adds “depth” to the sound.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 13 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Orchestral sounds for the Chord section Note: The dynamics of sounds marked with an asterisk (*) can only be controlled by bellows movements. Those sounds are not velocity sensitive. ■Switching off the Orchestra Bass part (4) Press the [ORCH¥BASS] button again to return to normal Bass mode. Orchestral sounds for the Chord section The orchestral chord part can replace the accordion sound played by the chord rows of the button keyboard.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 14 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Other practical functions 5.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 15 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Using the metronome Using the metronome After setting the metronome parameters to your liking, you can start using the metronome: (4) Press the [METRONOME÷INC] H button (it lights) to start the metronome. (5) Press it again to switch the metronome back off. • • • Pitch-related functions (4) Transpose function The FR-2/FR-2b contains a Transpose function that allows you to change the key of the music you are playing.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 16 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Other practical functions (3) It flashes, and the register assigned to the last song you selected lights. (4) Use registers [1]~[8] to select the desired song (see the table above). (5) Move the bellows. The first movement of the bellows starts the song after a short while, subsequent moves allow you to control the song’s volume (expression). Playback stops at the end of the song.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 17 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Recording short drum patterns ■Adding drum sounds to your bass notes and chords (1) Briefly press the [PAD] G button. (2) Press and hold the [PAD] button until it starts flashing. (3) Use Treble registers [1]~[8] to select the desired PAD set (i.e. a collection of 5 sounds). See the table above. (4) Press and hold Treble register [1] F until it starts flashing. (5) Start playing bass notes and chords.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 18 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Editing FUNCTION settings 6. Editing FUNCTION settings The FR-2/FR-2b provides a series of specialized parameters that may come in handy when you need to fine-tune the FR-2/FR-2b’s response to your playing style. Some of these settings can be saved to the FR-2/FR-2b’s User Programs (see p. 22). Selecting the desired function (1) Press and hold the [SET] E register until it starts flashing.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 19 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion POW Transpose [A1]/[3] –6~0~5 Default setting: 0 This parameter allows you to transpose all sections of the FR-2/ FR-2b, so as to play in one key and sound in another.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 20 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Editing FUNCTION settings OK Chorus Level [A2]/[14] 0~127 Default setting: 16 This parameter allows you to set the volume of the chorus effect with respect to the accordion and/or orchestral sounds. It applies to all sections that are currently switched on.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 21 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r MIDI parameters octaves) or 36 (“3” octaves) to (from) the note numbers generated by your playing. The settings you can select are: About MIDI You can use your FR-2/FR-2b with other MIDI-compatible instruments, sequencers and computers to record your performances in the same way as keyboard players, drummers, guitarists, etc., have been doing for a while.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 22 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Editing FUNCTION settings Note: See p. 21 for the MIDI channels the FR-2/FR-2b’s parts use. Program Change TX [D4]/[26] Off, On Default setting: Off OK This is a MIDI filter, i.e. a parameter that allows you to specify whether or not the given MIDI type should be transmitted. “TX”, as you know, is short for “transmission”.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 23 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Changing your accordion’s behavior 9. Changing your accordion’s behavior Here are two settings you’ll probably change only once. But it’s nice to know that it exists in case you let a fellow accordion player from another country play your FR-2/FR-2b. Treble Mode (only on the FR-2b) Like for the accordion instrument itself, there are different varieties of chromatic (button-type) instruments, with different Treble button layouts.
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FR-2+b GB.book Page 27 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Using optional batteries 11. Using optional batteries Your FR-2/FR-2b has a compartment that contains a special holder unit into which you can install 8 optional AA-type batteries. You can therefore play your instrument without connecting the supplied adaptor. Installing and removing batteries The FR-2/FR-2b provides a battery compartment with a special holder unit into which 8 AA-type (R6) batteries can be installed.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 28 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Specifications 12.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 29 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM V-Accordion r Appendix 13.
FR-2+b GB.book Page 30 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM FR-2/FR-2b V-Accordion Appendix MIDI Implementation Chart [V-Accordion] Model: FR-2/FR-2b Date: July 2007 Version: 1.00 Function...
FR-2+b GB.book Page 31 Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:19 AM 14. Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. AFRICA EGYPT Al Fanny Trading Office 9, EBN Hagar Al Askalany Street, ARD E1 Golf, Heliopolis, Cairo 11341, EGYPT TEL: 20-2-417-1828 REUNION Maison FO - YAM Marcel 25 Rue Jules Hermann, Chaudron - BP79 97 491 Ste Clotilde Cedex, REUNION ISLAND TEL: (0262) 218-429 SOUTH AFRICA T.O.M.S.
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