Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PC-50 Edirol
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As of December 1, 2005 (EDIROL-1) Information When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country as shown below. EUROPE EDIROL (Europe) Ltd. Studio 3.4 114 Power Road London W4 5PY U.
This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. For EU Countries For Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
3 015 • 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.
4 Important Notes 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2-3, please read and observe the following: Power Supply 301 • Do not connect this unit to same elect.
5 Additional Precautions 551 • Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of losing important data, we recommend that you periodically write down important data you have stored in the unit's memory on paper.
6 Contents Contents of the package ................................................................. 8 Quick page reference table ............................................................. 9 Names of things and what they do ........................
7 Use MIDI functionality ................................................................... 41 How to switch modes ............................................................................................................ .4 1 PLAY mode ...........
8 Contents of the package The PC-50 includes the following items. When you open the package, first make sure that all items are included. If any are missing, contact the dealer where you purchased the PC-50.
9 Quick page reference table p. 78 Before you begin Names of things and what they do p. 10 Driver Installation p. 14, p. 27 Input/output device settings p. 36 Basic connections and MIDI flow p. 38 System settings p. 61 Using the MIDI functionality Explanation of the PC-50’s operating modes p.
10 Names of things and what they do Display Indicates the current status and various other information. VALUE Encoder Knob Use this knob to specify the MIDI transmit channel or the program change number. In CONTROLLER mode (p. 50), this knob controls the parameter you specify (p.
11 Names of things and what they do AC Adaptor Jack Connect the AC adaptor ( PSA series ; sold separately) to this jack. Insert the plug firmly so it won’t get unplugged accidentally. Power Switch USB Connector Use this when connecting the PC-50 to your computer via a USB cable.
12 Names of things and what they do 1 Make sure that the power switch is turned off. 2 Remove the battery cover located on the rear panel of the PC-50. * When turning the unit upside-down, get a bunch of newspapers or magazines, and place them under the four corners or at both ends to prevent damage to the buttons and controls.
13 Setup This section explains how to install the drivers needed for connecting the PC-50 to a computer, and make the necessary settings. Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) .............................. (p. 14) Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) .
14 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) 1 Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). 2 Open the System Properties dialog box. 1. Click the Windows start menu, and from the menu, select Control Panel . 2.
15 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) 5 Click [OK] to close the System Properties dialog box. 6 Exit all currently running software. Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well.
16 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) 12 Set the PC-50’s power switch to the USB position. Near the task bar, your computer will indicate “Found New Hardware.” Please wait. 13 The Found New Hardware Wizard will appear. Select “Install from a list or specific location (Advanced),” and click [Next] .
17 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) 18 The screen will indicate “Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard.” Make sure that the “Model” field indicates “EDIROL PC-50,” click [Finish] . Wait until “Found New Hardware” appears near the taskbar.
18 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) ■ Giving priority to background services In Windows XP, make settings to give priority to background services. To ensure that MIDI processing occurs smoothly, use the following procedure to make settings.
19 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) 1 Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). 2 Open the System Properties dialog box. 1. Click the Windows Start menu, and from the menu that appears, select Settings | Control Panel .
20 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) fig.05-5_40 9 In the dialog box that appears, input the following into the “Open” field, and click [OK] . (drive name):DriverXP2kSETUPINF.EXE * In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as “D:.
21 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) 14 The Files Needed dialog box will appear. Input the following into the “Copy files from” field, and click [OK] . (drive name): DriverXP2K 15 The screen will indicate “Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard.
22 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) ■ Giving priority to background services In Windows 2000, make settings to give priority to background services. To ensure that MIDI processing occurs smoothly, use the following procedure to make settings.
23 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) 1 With the PC-50 disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). 2 Exit all currently running software. Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well.
24 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) Make the following settings so that you can use the MIDI functionality of the PC-50. For details on connections, refer to “Basic connections and MIDI flow” (p. 38). 1 Open Control Panel . Click the Windows start menu, and from the menu that appears, select Control Panel .
25 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) Make the following settings so that you can use the MIDI functionality of the PC-50. For details on connections, refer to “Basic connections and MIDI flow” (p. 38). 1 Open Control Panel . Click the Windows Start menu, and from the menu that appears, select Settings | Control Panel .
26 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) Make the following settings so that you can use the MIDI functionality of the PC-50. For details on connections, refer to “Basic connections and MIDI flow” (p. 38). 1 Open Control Panel . Click the Windows Start menu, and from the menu that appears, select Settings | Control Panel .
27 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) If the “Authenticate” dialog box appears during the installation, input the password and click “OK.” 1 Disconnect all USB cables other than those for your keyboard and mouse, and restart your Macintosh.
28 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) ■ Mac OS settings Make the following settings so that you can use the MIDI functionality of the PC-50. For details on connections, refer to “Basic connections and MIDI flow” (p. 38). 1 Set the PC-50’s ADVANCED DRIVER Switch to the ON position.
29 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) 8 Connect the ▼ and ▲ symbols (which signify the outputs and inputs) of the EDIROL PC-50 icon to those of the New External Device icon by using the mouse to drag between them. 9 Close the Audio MIDI Setup .
30 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) If you're using the PC-50 with Mac OS 9, you must set the PC-50 to OS 9 mode, you must use the following procedure to set the PC-50 to OS 9 mode. * You must make this setting before you install the driver.
31 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) Use either OMS or FreeMIDI as the MIDI driver. The included PC-50 driver is an add-on module for using the PC-50 with OMS or FreeMIDI. * Either OMS or FreeMIDI must be installed in your Macintosh, as appropriate for the sequencer software you are using.
32 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) If you are using FreeMIDI, proceed to “FreeMIDI settings” (p. 34). ■ OMS settings 1 Set the PC-50’s ADVANCED DRIVER Switch to the ON position. * Installation cannot proceed as described below if the switch is turned OFF.
33 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) fig.3-8_35 8 Choose “Open” from the File menu. From the OMS Setting folder that you copied in step 4 , select the PC-50 file, and click [Open] . A screen like the one shown here will appear. fig.
34 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) 13 Exit OMS Setup . From the File menu, choose [Exit] . If the AppleTalk confirmation dialog box appears, click [OK] to close the dialog box. ■ FreeMIDI settings 1 Set the PC-50’s ADVANCED DRIVER Switch to the ON position.
35 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) 7 From the File menu, choose Open . 8 Select PC-50 from the FreeMIDI Setting folder you copied in step 3 , and click [Open] . 9 Verify that MIDI transmission and reception occur correctly. From the MIDI menu, choose Check Connections .
36 Input / output devices In order to obtain the best performance from your software, you must make the appropriate input/ output device settings. For details on these settings, refer to the owner’s manual for your software.
37 Operation The PC-50 is a controller that transmits MIDI messages. You cannot perform using only the PC-50 by itself. You will need to connect it to a sound module or computer.
38 Basic connections and MIDI flow fig.connect-basic * 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. * Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold separately).
39 Basic connections and MIDI flow * If you want to use Media Player to play a sound module connected to the PC-50’s MIDI OUT connector, make driver settings.
40 Basic connections and MIDI flow fig.connect-midi * Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit. fig.flow-midi-e When using a MIDI connection —Transmitting MIDI messages to an external MIDI sound module, etc.
41 Use MIDI functionality ■ What is PLAY mode? This is the mode in which you play the PC-50. In PLAY mode, playing the keyboard will transmit note messages to play the MIDI device.
42 Use MIDI functionality ■ What is UTILITY mode? This is the mode in which you assign the control messages you want to use, and make settings for the PC-50 itself. In UTILITY mode, you use the keyboard to choose the function you want to set. In UTILITY mode, playing the keyboard will not transmit notes.
43 Use MIDI functionality fig.panel-1 When you turn on the power, the PC-50 will start up in PLAY mode . What is PLAY mode? (p. 41) In PLAY mode , playing the keyboard will transmit note messages to play the connected MIDI device. In order to transmit MIDI messages from the PC-50, perform the following steps.
44 Use MIDI functionality While playing the keyboard, move the Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever to the left to lower the pitch of the currently selected patch, or to the right to raise its pitch. This is known as pitch bend . You can also apply vibrato by gently pressing the Modulation Controller.
45 Use MIDI functionality To control your sound module, set the PC-50’s current channel to the MIDI receive channel that’s selected on your sound module. fig.MIDIch-1_76 fig.MIDIch 1 Press the [MIDI CH] button. The [MIDI CH] button will light. The display will show the current channel setting.
46 Use MIDI functionality To select a sound on your MIDI sound module, transmit a Program Change. To select a sound from a different bank, first transmit a Bank Select message that switches the bank. Then transmit a program change. * You must transmit the Bank Select message before transmitting the Program Change message.
47 Use MIDI functionality This lets you transmit a program change message on the Current channel (p. 45). fig.PC-1_75 fig.program 1 Press the [PGM CHANGE] button. The [PGM CHANGE] button will light. The display will indicate the program change that was transmitted most recently.
48 Use MIDI functionality Here’s how to transmit a bank select LSB (#CC32) message on the Current channel (p. 45). The bank select MSB and program change message you most recently transmitted (specified) as described in “Transmitting a bank select MSB message” (p.
49 Use MIDI functionality Here’s how to transmit a bank select MSB (#CC00) message on the Current channel (p. 45). The bank select LSB and program change message you most recently transmitted (specified) as described in “Transmitting a bank select LSB message” (p.
50 Use MIDI functionality By transmitting a start message (FAh) or stop message (FCh) to your sequencer or similar device, you can start or stop playback on the sequencer. By transmitting a continue message (FBh), you can resume playback from the point where it was last stopped.
51 Use MIDI functionality A start message (FAh) will be transmitted, and playback or recording will begin. fig.cont-1_80 fig.util 1 If you simultaneously press the [MIDI CH] button and the [PGM CHANGE] button, the [MIDI CH] button and [PGM CHANGE] button will light, and the PC-50 will be in CONTROLLER mode.
52 Use MIDI functionality A stop message (FCh) will be transmitted, and playback or recording will stop. g.cont-1_80 fig.util 1 If you simultaneously press the [MIDI CH] button and the [PGM CHANGE] button, the [MIDI CH] button and [PGM CHANGE] button will light, and the PC-50 will be in CONTROLLER mode.
53 Use MIDI functionality This transmits a continue message (FBh); playback that had been paused will continue from the current location. fig.start-1_80 fig.util* 1 Simultaneously hold the [MIDI CH] button and [PGM CHANGE] button down. The display will indicate “UTL,” and the PC-50 enters UTILITY mode.
54 Use MIDI functionality You can transmit messages from the PC-50 to an external MIDI sound module in order to control it. Use UTILITY mode (p. 42) to transmit these messages to an external MIDI sound module. Here’s how to set the voice mode of your connected MIDI sound module to Poly mode.
55 Use MIDI functionality Here’s how to set the voice mode of your connected MIDI sound module to Mono mode. Mono mode allows you to play only single notes at a time. fig.mono-1_80 fig.util* 1 Simultaneously hold the [MIDI CH] button and [PGM CHANGE] button down.
56 Use MIDI functionality Turns on the portamento function that creates a smooth pitch change from one note to the next (Portamento On). fig.portaon-1_80 fig.util* 1 Simultaneously hold the [MIDI CH] button and [PGM CHANGE] button down. The display will indicate “UTL,” and the PC-50 enters UTILITY mode.
57 Use MIDI functionality Turns the portamento function off. fig.portaoff-1_80 fig.util* 1 Simultaneously hold the [MIDI CH] button and [PGM CHANGE] button down. The display will indicate “UTL,” and the PC-50 enters UTILITY mode. fig.pof Press the [PORTA OFF] key.
58 Use MIDI functionality This lets you transmit a GM2 system on message . fig.gm2-1_80 fig.util* 1 Simultaneously hold the [MIDI CH] button and [PGM CHANGE] button down. The display will indicate “UTL,” and the PC-50 enters UTILITY mode. fig.gm2 2 Press the [GM2 SYS ON] key.
59 Use MIDI functionality ç If notes on a connected MIDI sound module become “stuck,” or if there is something wrong with the sound, you can execute the Panic function to solve the problem. When you execute the Panic function, All sounds off, All notes off, and Reset all controllers messages will be transmitted on all channels.
60 Use MIDI functionality If you’re in CONTROLLER mode (p. 50), operating the VALUE encoder will transmit the value of a specific parameter. fig.memory-1_80 fig.util 1 If you simultaneously press the [MIDI CH] button and the [PGM CHANGE] button, the [MIDI CH] button and [PGM CHANGE] button will light, and the PC-50 will be in CONTROLLER mode.
61 System settings Use UTILITY mode (p. 42) to make various system settings for the PC-50. fig.util* 1 Simultaneously hold the [MIDI CH] button and [PGM CHANGE] button down. The display will indicate “UTL,” and the PC-50 enters UTILITY mode. fig.sy0 2 Press the [SYSTEM] key.
62 System settings Perform steps 1–3 (p. 61). fig.hyo 4 Use the VALUE encoder or the [0] or [1] keys to switch F8 CLOCK ON / OFF. The display will indicate either “ON” or “OFF.” 5 Press the [ENTER] button. Perform steps 1–3 (p. 61). 4 Use the VALUE encoder or the [0] – [9] keys to specify F8 CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO.
63 System settings Perform steps 1–3 (p. 61). 4 Use the VALUE encoder or the keyboard to specify the keyboard sensitivity and curve. 5 Press the [ENTER] button. VELOCITY CURVE (Keyboard: 2) Keyboard Display Setting Curve Keyboard’s sensitivity 0 1-LIGHT The standard setting.
64 System settings Key Velocity mode lets you specify whether the transmitted velocity value will vary according to your keyboard playing strength and the specified “VELOCITY CURVE” (p. 63), or will always be transmitted at a fixed value. The PC-50 detects the strength with which you play a key, and transmits the velocity value accordingly.
65 System settings Perform steps 1–3 (p. 61). 4 Use the VALUE encoder or the [0] – [1] keys to specify MIDI I/F MODE. 5 Press the [ENTER] button. MIDI I/F MODE (Keyboard: 4) Key- board Display Mode Description 0 MIDI I/F MODE ON The MIDI connectors on the PC-50 will function as a MIDI interface.
66 System settings You can assign a specific parameter to the VALUE encoder. * The VALUE encoder setting is valid only in the CONTROLLER mode of PLAY mode (p. 41). Perform steps 1–3 (p. 61). 4. Use the VALUE encoder or the keyboard to specify VALUE ENCODER.
67 System settings ■ List of parameters that can be assigned 5 Press the [ENTER] button. ● If you’ve selected “Control Change” as the parameter 6 Use the VALUE encoder or the keyboard to specify the control change number. 7 Press the [ENTER] button.
68 System settings Perform steps 1–3 (p. 61). fig.rst 4 The display will indicate “RST.” fig.yes 5 Press the [ENTER] button. The display will blink “YES” and blink.
69 System settings Use the ADVANCED DRIVER Switch (p. 11) to switch ADVANCED DRIVER ON / OFF. Normally, we recommend that you use ON . On Mac OS X, you can also use this with the ADVANCED DRIVER OFF setting.
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71 Appendices Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. p. 72 MIDI implementation ......................................................................................... p. 79 Main specifications .
72 Troubleshooting Trouble shooting is organized according to different operating systems. Refer to the icon(s) at the left of the title to find your items you need. *For details on operating your Windows or Macintosh computer, refer to the owner’s manual of the computer and operating system you are using.
73 Troubleshooting 011 In the Device Manager, do you see “Other device,” “Unknown device,” or a device for which “?”, “!” or “x” is displayed? If the driver installation could not be successfully completed, the installed driver may remain in an incomplete state.
74 Troubleshooting 014.015.016.017 018 • Is the USB cable connected correctly? Make sure that the PC-50 and your computer are correctly connected via a USB cable. 019 • Does your computer or USB hub have sufficient power supply capacity? The PC-50 cannot be connected if insufficient power is supplied to it.
75 Troubleshooting 027 • Did you log on to Windows as a user with administrative privileges? In order to install/delete/re-install the driver in Windows XP/2000, you must be logged into Windows as a user with administrative privileges, such as Administrator.
76 Troubleshooting 033 If you were unable to install the driver according to the procedure given, the PC-50 may not be recognized correctly by the computer. In this case, use the following procedure to delete the driver, and then follow the procedure to install the driver once again.
77 Troubleshooting 036 037 • In Windows, did you make the setting described in “Giving priority to background services”? In order to ensure that MIDI processing occurs smoothly, make the setting described in “Giving priority to background services.
78 Troubleshooting 046 047 • Operation becomes unstable when the computer is started up with the PC-50 already connected Please start up your computer with the PC-50 disconnected, and then connect the PC-50. On a computer that uses a USB keyboard, starting up the computer with the PC-50 already connected may cause operation to become unstable.
79 MIDI implementation Model: PC-50 Version 1.002005.04.1 1. Transmit data ■ Channel voice messages ● Note off Status 2nd byte 3rd byte 9nH kkH 00H n = MIDI channel number: 0H – FH (Ch.1 – 16) kk = note number: 00H – 7FH (0 – 127) * Transmitted when you release a key in Play mode.
80 MIDI implementation ■ Channel mode messages In addition to the channel mode messages that can be transmitted in Panic, the PC-50 lets you assign any channel voice message to the VALUE encoder and transmit it. ● Channel mode messages Status 2nd byte 3rd byte BnH ccH vvH n = MIDI channel number: 0H – FH (Ch.
81 MIDI implementation 2. Supplementary material ● Decimal and Hexadecimal table (An “H” is appended to the end of numbers in hexadecimal notation.) In MIDI documentation, data values and addresses/sizes of Exclusive messages, etc. are expressed as hexadecimal values for each 7 bits.
82 MIDI implementation fig.midi-chart.e Function... Basic Channel Mode Note Number : Velocity After Touch Pitch Bend Control Change Program Change System Exclusive System Common System Real Time Aux M.
83 Main specifications ■ PC-50: MIDI KEYBOARD CONTROLLER ● Keyboard 49 keys (with velocity) ● Controllers MIDI Channel Button Program Change Button Octave Shift Buttons (+/-) Pitch Bend/Modulati.
84 INDEX A AC Adaptor Jack .......................................................... 11 Active Sensing ............................................................. 80 ADVANCED DRIVER switch ................................... 11 , 69 AFTERTOUCH ....
85 INDEX I Input / Output Devices ................................................. 36 Insert Disk .............................................................. 16 , 20 K Key Velocity ...................................................... 61 , 64 , 67 Keyboard Sensitivity .
86 INDEX S Security Slot ................................................................ 11 Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel ................................ 45 Sounds and Audio Devices Properties ............................ 24 Sounds and Multimedia Properties .
This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. For EU Countries For Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
As of December 1, 2005 (EDIROL-1) Information When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country as shown below. EUROPE EDIROL (Europe) Ltd. Studio 3.4 114 Power Road London W4 5PY U.
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