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Chapter 4 Other Functions

Connecting MIDI Devices

About MIDI

MIDI stands for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface,” and

is a worldwide standard for the exchange of performance

data (MIDI messages) and other information among

electronic instruments and computers.

The FP-2 features a MIDI connector and a computer

connector to allow performance information to be exchanged

with external devices. Connecting the keyboard to other

devices with these connectors provides you with an even

greater variety of ways to use your keyboard.

*A separate publication titled “MIDI Implementation” is also

available. It provides complete details concerning the way

MIDI has been implemented on this unit. If you should require

this publication (such as when you intend to carry out byte-

level programming), please contact the nearest Roland Service

Center or authorized Roland distributor.

* MIDI cables are not included. Consult your Roland dealer if

you need to purchase.

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Connectors

fig.04-08

MIDI Out Connector

Sends data about what is being played on the keyboard and

other performance data.

Connect to the MIDI In connector on the external MIDI

device.

MIDI In connector

Receives messages sent from external MIDI devices.

Connect to the MIDI Out connector on the external MIDI

device.

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Making the Connections

* 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.

Turn the volume all the way down on the FP-2

and the device you’re about to connect.

Turn off the power to the FP-2 and the device

being connected.

Connect a MIDI cable (sold separately) between

the MIDI connectors on each device.

Switch on the power to the FP-2 and the

connected device.

Adjust the volume level on the FP-2 and the

connected device.

You should also set the MIDI settings as needed.

Make the settings for the MIDI send and receive

channels (p. 47) and for Local On/Off (p. 47).

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How to Enjoy MIDI

Recording Data of Performances Played on the FP-2 to a

Sequencer* and Automatically Playing Recorded

Performance Data on the FP-2

Connection example:

Connecting to a sequencer (the Roland MT series, etc.)

fig.04-09.e

→

When connecting a sequencer, we recommend using it with

the settings described below.

• Local Control off (p. 47)

• MIDI Out Mode 4 (p. 48)

When the instrument is turned on, MIDI Out Mode is set

to “1.”

Performing on the FP-2 Using Sounds from Another

Sound Module*

Connection Example: Connecting to a MIDI Sound Module

fig.04-10.e

→

When connecting to a MIDI sound module, we recommend

using the system with MIDI Out Mode set to “2” (p. 48).

When the instrument is turned on, MIDI Out Mode is set to

“1.”

FP-2

InOut

MIDI

Sequencer

Use a sequencer whici has

MIDI out connector.

OUTTHRU IN

MIDI

MIDI Sound Module

FP-2

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