Roland PC-70 Owner's Manual Page 1

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland PC-70.The PC-70 is an easy-to-operate, dedicated keyboard controller for GS compatible so

10 Power How to Connect the AC Adaptor The PC-70 can be powered by an AC adaptor.Be sure to use only the attached AC adaptor. Using any other adaptor

11 Desk Top Music Setup * When connecting your computer with a sound module, use only a cable which is designed for the model of computer you are u

12 Powering Up * Once the connections have been completed (p. 10), turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on device

13 Selecting Sounds on a GS Sound Module (Sending Program Change/Bank Select Messages) Program Change/Bank Select messages are used for changing Ton

14 Changing Drum Sets in a GS Sound Module The Drum Part (ch. 10) of a GS module does not respond to Bank Select messages. However, if you try to sen

15Features Useful When PlayingApplying Pitch Changes to Notes (Pitch Bend)Move the BENDER wheel [1] (up or down) to transmit Pitch Bend messages, and

16Changing OctavesUsing the OCTAVE [2] buttons (UP, DOWN), the soundable range of the keyboard can be shifted up or down by one octave, making it poss

17Controlling a Sound Module with the DATA ENTRY SliderThe following functions can be assigned to the DATA ENTRY slider:Function nameDescriptionChanne

18Changing the Velocity Sensitivity: VelocityWhenever a key is pressed on the instrument, the value for velocity will be transmitted along with the no

19Changing the Chorus Depth: Chorus Send Level (CC 93)This function allows you to set the Chorus depth for each Part.fig.chorus.e[Procedure]1. Set the

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20Setting the Sound Location: Panpot (CC 10)When the module is connected so its sounds are produced in stereo, this parameter determines the stereo pl

21Assigning Other Controllers (CC 00 to 127) to the DATA ENTRY SliderBy assigning a controller number to the DATA ENTRY slider, the slider can be used

22Controllers 96 and above (NRPN/RPN, Channel Mode Messages)Controller No. Control Function96. Data Increment97. Data Decrement98. Non-Registered Para

23TroubleshootingQ: The unit cannot be switched on; or it doesn’t work at all.A: Check if you are using the attached AC adaptor. Use only the attached

24fig.MIDI-Imp.eFunction...BasicChannelModeNoteNumber :VelocityAfterTouchPitch BendControlChangeTransmitted RecognizedRemarksDefaultChangedDefaultMess

25fig.MIDI-Imp.eProgramChangeSystem ExclusiveSystemCommonSystemReal TimeAuxMessagesNotes: True Number: Song Position: Song Select: Tune Request: Clock

26SpecificationsKeyboard49 keys (velocity sensitive)MIDI ControlMIDI Channels (1 to 16)Octave Shift (Up, Down, Standard) (Note Numbers 0 to 127)Bender

As of December 10, 2005 (EDIROL-1)Information When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland PC-70.The PC-70 is an easy-to-operate, dedicated keyboard controller for GS compatible so

3 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. ...

4 012c • Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Ce

5 Table of Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY ... 3IMPORTANT NOTES...

6 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 3, please read and observe the following: Power Supply 3

7 About the PC-70 The Roland PC-70 is a MIDI keyboard controller. It does not contain any sound-generating circuitry, since it is designed to provi

8 About the Drum Sets Provided by a GS Sound Module The Drum Channel (ch. 10) provides for the use of several Variation Sets in addition to the basic

9 Panel Descriptions fig.Panel.e[20] MIDI OUT Connector[22] AC Adapter Jack[23] POWER Switch[21] SUSTAIN SWITCH Jack[5] DATA ENTRY Slider[3] MIDI / S