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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.

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002a

• Do not open or perform any internal modifica-

tions on the unit.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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008a

• The unit should be connected to a power supply

only of the type described in the operating

instructions, or as marked on the rear of unit.

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008e

• Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also,

the supplied power cord must not be used with

any other device.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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012a

• Immediately turn the power off, remove the

power cord 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 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.

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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.

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.

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014

• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

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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.

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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.

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019

• Batteries must never be recharged, heated, taken

apart, or thrown into fire or water.

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023

• DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional

audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a

level that could cause permanent hearing loss.

Damage to speakers or other system components

may result.

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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.

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101a

• The unit should be located so that its location or

position does not interfere with its proper venti-

lation.

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102b

• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply

cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an

outlet or this unit.

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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.

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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.

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106

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

the unit.

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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 screw 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. 18).

• Close the lid.

• Fold down the music rest.

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109a

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and

unplug the power cord from the outlet (p. 17).

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110a

• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning

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

of the outlet.

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111: Selection

• 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 (p. 17).

• 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.

• Remove the batteries whenever the unit is to

remain unused for an extended period of time.

• If a battery has leaked, use a soft piece of cloth

or paper towel to wipe all remnants of the

discharge from the battery compartment. Then

install new batteries. To avoid inflammation of

the skin, make sure that none of the battery

discharge gets onto your hands or skin.

Exercise the utmost caution so that none of the

discharge gets near your eyes. Immediately

rinse the affected area with running water if

any of the discharge has entered the eyes.

• Never keep batteries together with metallic

objects such as ballpoint pens, necklaces,

hairpins, etc.

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112

• Used batteries must be disposed of in compliance

with whatever regulations for their safe disposal

that may be observed in the region in which you

live.

• 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.

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116

• Be careful when opening/closing the lid so you

do not get your fingers pinched (p. 17). Adult

supervision is recommended whenever small

children use the unit.

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118c

• Always keep the following parts including with

the RG-7 and small components that may be

removed out of the reach of small children to

avoid accidental ingestion of these parts.

Included Parts

• External memory anti-theft lock securing screw

Removable parts

• Screws fastening the stand

• Screws fastening music rest

• the thumbscrew fastening the headphone hook

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IMPORTANT NOTES

291b

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 3,

please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

301

• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being

used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter

(such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air

conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in

which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may

cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it

is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power

supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.

306b

• Batteries are supplied with the unit. The life of these batteries

may be limited, however, since their primary purpose was to

enable testing.

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 and readily

accessible.

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 interference.

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 initiating 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 temper-

ature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (conden-

sation) 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

unit 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.

403

• 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 commer-

cially available metal polisher.

Repairs and Data

452

• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may

be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should

always be backed up on an external memory, or written down on

paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid

the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry

related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not

be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability

concerning such loss of data.

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 loosing important

data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of

important data you have stored in the unit’s memory on an

external memory.

552

• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of

data that was stored on an external memory once it has been lost.

Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of

data.

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.

554

• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

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 rest while it is in use.

561

• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-7/5; sold separately).

By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing

malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

562

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

other make of connection cable, please note the following precau-

tions.

• 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 information on cable specifications,

contact the manufacturer of the cable.

565

• Before opening or closing the keyboard lid, always make sure

that no pets or other small animals are located on top of the

instrument (in particular, they should be kept away from the

keyboard and its lid). Otherwise, due to the structural design of

this instrument, small pets or other animals could end up getting

trapped inside it. If such a situation is encountered, you must

immediately switch off the power and disconnect the power cord

from the outlet. You should then consult with the retailer from

whom the instrument was purchased, or contact the nearest

Roland Service Center.

Handling Floppy Disks

651

• Floppy disks contain a plastic disk with a thin coating of

magnetic storage medium. Microscopic precision is required to

enable storage of large amounts of data on such a small surface

area. To preserve their integrity, please observe the following

when handling floppy disks:

• Never touch the magnetic medium inside the disk.

• Do not use or store floppy disks in dirty or dusty areas.

• Do not subject floppy disks to temperature extremes (e.g.,

direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle). Recommended

temperature range: 10 to 50˚C (50 to 122˚F).

• Do not expose floppy disks to strong magnetic fields, such as

those generated by loudspeakers.

652

• Floppy disks have a “write protect” tab which can protect the

disk from accidental erasure. It is recommended that the tab be

kept in the PROTECT position, and moved to the WRITE position

only when you wish to write new data onto the disk.

fig.DiskProtect.e

653

• The identification label should be firmly affixed to the disk.

Should the label come loose while the disk is in the drive, it may

be difficult to remove the disk.

654

• Store all disks in a safe place to avoid damaging them, and to

protect them from dust, dirt, and other hazards. By using a dirty

or dust-ridden disk, you risk damaging the disk, as well as

causing the disk drive to malfunction.

655

• Disks containing performance data for this unit should always be

locked (have their write protect tab slid to the “Protect” position)

before you insert them into the drive on some other unit (except

the PR-300, or a product in the HP-G, HPi, MT, KR, or Atelier

families), or into a computer’s drive. Otherwise (if the write

protect tab remains in the “Write” position), when you perform

any disk operations using the other device’s disk drive (such as

checking the contents of the disk, or loading data), you risk

rendering the disk unreadable by this unit’s disk drive.

Handling CD-ROMs

801

• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded

surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may not be

read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially

available CD cleaner.

Before Using External

Memory

Using External Memory

705

• Never touch the terminals of the External memory. Also,

avoid getting the terminals dirty.

708

• External memories are constructed using precision

components; handle the cards carefully, paying particular

note to the following.

• To prevent damage to the cards from static electricity,

be sure to discharge any static electricity from your

own body before handling the cards.

• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with

the contact portion of the cards.

• Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or

vibration.

• Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles,

or other such locations (storage temperature: 0 to 50˚

C).

• Do not allow cards to become wet.

• Do not disassemble or modify the cards.

704 (revise)

• When connecting external memory, make sure to press it

until it is fully inserted.

• Insert the external memory in the External Memory port

evenly and without undue force. Forcing the external

memory may damage the External Memory port.

• Do not insert any object other than the external memory

(e.g., wires, coins, other types of disks, etc.) in the External

Memory port. This may damage the External Memory

port.

• Do not subject the External Memory port cover or

connected External memory to excessive stress.

• Close the external memory cover when using the External

memory for extended periods

203

* GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland Corpo-

ration.

* XG lite ( ) is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corpo-

ration.

220

* All product names mentioned in this document are trade-

marks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Rear side of the disk

Write

(can write new data onto disk)

Protect

(prevents writing to disk)

Write Protect Tab

Introduction

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland KR Intelligent Piano.

While the KR Intelligent Piano certainly allows you to achieve authentic piano performances, it also

features easy-to-use Automatic Accompaniment and numerous other useful functions. In order to

enjoy reliable performance of your new keyboard for many years to come, please take the time to read

through this manual in its entirety.

Main Features

❍

Lusciously Resounding, Richly Expressive Piano Sound

The KR107 reproduces the rich tones of a high-quality grand piano, from the sounds of the hammers

as they strike the strings to the sounds made as the keys are released. 128-voice polyphony ensures

full responsiveness, even with heavy use of the pedals.

What's more, The “Piano Designer” feature allows you to create your own favorite piano tones.

❍

True Grand Piano Feel

The KR107 features Roland's Progressive Hammer Action keyboard, which reproduces the feel of a

grand piano, with a firm, weighty touch in the lower registers and a lighter response in the upper

registers. This keyboard also faithfully reproduces the distinctive “click” that's produced when a

grand piano's keys are played (Escapement function).

In addition to the ability of adjusting the key weight, a “Hammer Response” function, which

reproduces the subtle action of the hammers, is also incorporated, so there are two key-touch controls

that come into play when determining the precise character of the keyboard. Additionally, the

instrument's pedals are firm and responsive, lending your performances fuller and more detailed

expressiveness.

❍

Accomplish Tasks Easily with the Main Buttons

Almost all of the KR’s common functions, including playing back songs, displaying notations,

running the automatic accompaniment, selecting tones, and so on can be accomplished using the Main

buttons to the left of the screen.

❍

A Wealth of Practice Features to Foster Musical Growth

Use the “Visual Lesson” feature for enjoyable practice and steady improvement.

You can use this function to score the results of your performances and find out which notes have been

played differently than those indicated in the notation.

The KR also scrolls the notation automatically as you play, making your practices even more

convenient.

❍

Connector Allows Enlarged Display of Music and Lyrics

The KR107 is equipped with a connector for use with televisions and other external displays.

Connecting a large screen to the KR107 allows you to display a greater number of measures at the

same time.

Notes are colored for easy viewing, a feature that is useful for personal practice as well as in lessons.

❍

Easy-To-Use “Music Assistant” Automatic Accompaniment

Feature

You can select from an amazing 500 settings to get automatic accompaniment that perfectly matches

the song you are playing.

Each song's Music Assistant settings are shown in a manner that is easy to grasp, so playing along

with the changes in the accompaniment is a snap.

For easy enjoyment of Music Assistant, the KR107 also includes songs that you can perform while

reading the chord charts.

Introduction

❍

Color Display for Easy Operation

The KR107 features a color screen touch panel with rich graphics to make viewing easier. Operations

can be carried out easily, just by touching the screen.

❍

Utilizes External Memory--the New Media

You can save song data created on the KR107 to External memory (sold separately). Extremely

portable, high-capacity external memory also connects easily to computers, allowing song data to be

transferred easily. Taking further advantage of the high-capacity memory, you can also play back

audio files with the KR107.

How To Use This Manual

The KR Owner’s Manual consists of two volumes,

Quick Start

Owner’s Manual,

and the

USB Install

Guide

Please start out by reading “Before You Start Playing” (p. 16) in the

Owner’s Manual

(this volume).

This explains how to connect the KR’s power cord and how to turn on the instrument’s power.

After turning on the KR’s power, please continue by reading

Quick Start

By trying out the various procedures while reading the

Quick Start

, you can easily learn how to play

the KR and make use of its major functions (especially procedures that involve use of the “main

buttons”).

The

Owner’s Manual

describes procedures, from basic operation to procedures for special

applications (for example, using the KR as an accompanist and creating songs), that will help you

master the KR’s many performance functions.

When connecting a computer to the USB port, be sure to read the computer connection guide. This

describes the procedure for installing the driver needed to connect via USB.

* For more on system requirements, refer to the “USB Installation Guide.” However, note that the

KR107 is not compatible with Mac OS 9.

■

Conventions Used in This Manual

This manual uses the following conventions in the interest of simpler, more concise instructions.

• Button names are enclosed in square brackets “[ ]”, as in One Touch Program [Piano]

button.

• For easier readability, some screens and colors used here may differ in part from actual

screens and colors.

• On screen text is enclosed in angled brackets “< >”, as in <Exit>.

• The act of lightly contacting the Touch Screen with your finger is called “touching.”

• An asterisk (*) or a at the beginning of a paragraph indicates a note or

precaution. These should not be ignored.

• (p. **) refers to pages within the manual.

NOTE

Contents

USING THE UNIT SAFELY...............................................................3

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

Introduction ...............................................................8

Main Features.......................................................................................8

How To Use This Manual ..................................................................9

Conventions Used in This Manual..............................................9

Panel Descriptions..................................................10

Balance...........................................................................................10

Performance Pads ........................................................................10

Rhythm Partner............................................................................10

Record/Playback .........................................................................11

Rear Panel ...........................................................................................12

Bottom Panel ......................................................................................12

Bottom Panel (Front Left) ...........................................................12

Bottom Panel (Front Right).........................................................12

Before You Start Playing ........................................18

Connect the Pedal Cable...................................................................18

Connect the Speaker Cable...............................................................18

Connect the Power Cord ..................................................................18

Setting Up the Music Rest ................................................................18

Folding Down the Music Rest....................................................18

Using the Music Holders ............................................................18

Removing the Music Rest ...........................................................18

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control.....................................19

Opening/Closing the Lid.................................................................19

Turning the Power On and Off........................................................19

About the Pedals................................................................................20

Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and Brilliance ..............................20

Connecting Headphones ..................................................................20

Using the Headphone Hook.......................................................21

Connecting a Microphone................................................................21

About the Touch Screen ...................................................................21

Adjusting the Contrast of the Screen ........................................21

Main Screens ......................................................................................22

Piano Screen..................................................................................22

Basic Screen...................................................................................22

Using the Main Icons...................................................................22

The [Option] Button and The [Exit] Button .............................22

The Scroll Bar and The Page Icon ..............................................22

Chapter 1 Performance...........................................23

Playing the Keyboard Like a Piano (One-Touch Piano) ..............23

Performing with a Variety of Tones (Tone Buttons) ....................24

Playing Percussion Instruments or Sound Effects ..................25

Using Keywords to Search for Tones (Tone Search) ..............26

Performing with Multiple Sounds Layered Together (Layer)....27

Playing Different Tones with the Left and Right Hands (Split) .28

Shifting the Keyboard Pitch in Octave Steps (Octave Shift)..29

Adding Reverberation to the Sound (Reverb)...............................30

Adding Three-Dimensional Breadth to the Sounds You Play

(Advanced 3D) ...................................................................................32

Adding Liveliness to the Sound (Dynamic Emphasis) ................34

Adjusting the Sound to Achieve the Preferred Tone Quality

(Equalizer)...........................................................................................35

Applying Effects to the Sound (Effects) .........................................37

Adding Effects to Mic Vocals (Vocal Effect)..................................38

Enjoying Karaoke Performances with Music Files .................44

Using the Metronome .......................................................................45

Using the Metronome..................................................................45

Changing the Metronome Settings............................................46

Chapter 2 Automatic Accompaniment ................. 48

Music Styles and Automatic Accompaniment..............................48

Performing Using Automatic Accompaniment

(One-Touch Arranger) .....................................................................49

About Chords ...............................................................................50

Playing Chords with Simple Fingering

(Chord Intelligence).....................................................................50

Viewing Chord Fingerings (Chord Finder)..............................51

Selecting Music Styles (Music Style Buttons) ................................52

Selecting Music Styles on External Memories .........................53

Using Keywords to Search for Music Styles

(Style Search) ................................................................................54

Playing Only Music Style Rhythm Patterns ..................................55

Adjusting the Accompaniment Tempo ..........................................55

Starting and Stopping the Accompaniment ..................................56

Having the Accompaniment Start Simultaneously

When You Play the Keyboard (Sync)........................................56

Stopping Automatic Accompaniment ......................................57

Having a Count Sound Play at the End of the Intro

(Countdown) ................................................................................58

Modifying an Accompaniment........................................................59

Changing the Accompaniment Pattern

(Fill In Buttons).............................................................................59

Changing Accompaniment Patterns in the Screen .................60

Changing the Instrumental Makeup of Music Styles

(Style Orchestrator)......................................................................60

Adding Harmony to the Right-Hand Part

(Melody Intelligence) ........................................................................61

Playing Sounds in the Left Hand During a Performance

(Lower Tone) ......................................................................................62

Playing the Piano with Accompaniment Added

(Piano Style Arranger) ......................................................................63

Adjusting the Volume Balance for Each Part (Balance)...............64

Changing the Volume Balance between the Accompaniment

and the Keyboard (Balance Knob).............................................64

Adjusting the Volume Balance for Each Performance Part

(Part Balance)................................................................................64

Chapter 3 Song Playback ...................................... 66

Playing a Song....................................................................................66

Using Keywords to Search for Songs (Song Search)...............69

Registering the Songs You Like (Favorites)...................................70

Removing Songs from Favorites................................................71

Contents

Using the Remote Control................................................................72

How to Use the Remote Control................................................72

About the Remote Control .........................................................73

Chapter 4 Practice Functions ................................75

Displaying the Notation ...................................................................75

Touching Notes to Confirm the Sounds

(Touch the Notes).........................................................................76

Scrolling the Notation Along with the Performances

(Auto Sync DigiScore) .................................................................76

Making Detailed Settings for the Notation Display ...............77

Saving Notations as Image Data................................................80

Adjusting the Tempo ........................................................................82

Setting the Tempo by Pressing the Button in Time

(Tap Tempo) .................................................................................82

Playing Back at a Fixed Tempo (Tempo Mute) .......................83

Match the Tempo Before You Begin Playing (Count)..................84

Muting Some Parts Before Playing (Track Buttons).....................85

Setting Markers for Repeated Practice (Marker)...........................86

Placing a Marker within a Song.................................................86

Playback from a Marker Location .............................................87

Erasing a Marker..........................................................................87

Moving a Marker .........................................................................87

Playing Back the Same Passage Over and Over......................88

Transposing Keyboard Sounds and Songs Played Back

(Transpose) .........................................................................................89

Chapter 5 Recording and Saving the Performance .

Recording a New Song (New Song) ...............................................92

Recording With Accompaniment....................................................94

Recording Along with a Song..........................................................96

Recording While Selecting the Track Buttons

(Redoing Recordings) .......................................................................97

Erasing Recorded Performances .....................................................98

Erasing the Performance on Specific Tracks............................98

Changing How Recording Stops.....................................................98

Recording Songs Starting with Pickups.........................................99

Using External Memories...............................................................100

Connecting and Ejecting a External Memory ........................100

Formatting Media (Format)......................................................101

Saving Songs ....................................................................................103

Deleting Saved Songs......................................................................106

Copying Songs on External Memories to Favorites ...................107

Copying Songs Saved in Favorites to External Memories...108

Chapter 6 User Program Registration.................109

Saving Performance Settings (User Program).............................109

Calling Up Saved User Programs .................................................110

Changing the Way User Programs Are Called Up...............110

Saving the User Program Sets........................................................110

Loading Saved User Program Sets ..........................................111

Deleting Saved User Program Sets ...............................................112

Copying Sets of User Programs on Floppy Disks to the User

Memory.............................................................................................112

Coping Sets of User Programs Stored in the User Memory to

Floppy Disks...............................................................................113

Using the Pedal to Switch User Programs ...................................113

Selecting the Pedal Used for Switching Settings

(Pedal Shift).................................................................................113

Sequential Loading of User Program Sets Stored in

External Memory (Load Next) .................................................113

Simultaneously Switching User Program and Transmitting

PC Numbers .....................................................................................113

Chapter 7 Creating and Editing Songs .............. 115

Multitrack Recording with 16 Parts (16-Track Sequencer)........115

The 16-Track Sequencer Screen................................................115

Modifying the Settings of Each Part........................................116

Getting the Most Suitable Part Tones for the Musical Genre

(Tone Set).....................................................................................117

Recording a Performance..........................................................117

Changing the Recording Method (Rec Mode).............................118

Recording While Erasing the Previous Recording

(Replace Recording)...................................................................119

Layering a Recording Over Previously Recorded Sounds

(Mix Recording) .........................................................................119

Repeated Recording at the Same Location

(Loop Recording) .......................................................................120

Re-Recording Part of Your Performance

(Punch-in Recording) ................................................................121

Composing an Accompaniment By Entering Chords

(Chord Sequencer)...........................................................................122

Inputting Chords without Playing the Keyboard.................123

Editing Songs ...................................................................................123

Basic Operation of the Editing Functions...............................123

Undoing Edits (Undo)...............................................................124

Copying Measures (Copy)........................................................124

Correcting Timing Discrepancies (Quantize) ........................125

Deleting Measures (Delete) ......................................................125

Inserting Blank Measures (Insert)............................................126

Transposing Individual Parts (Transpose).............................126

Making Measures Blank (Erase) ..............................................126

Exchanging Parts (Part Exchange)...........................................127

Correcting Notes One by One (Note Edit) .............................128

Modifying the Tone Changes in a Song (PC Edit) ................128

Changing the Beat in the Middle of a Song (Beat Map).............129

Changing the Tempo of Recorded Songs.....................................129

Changing the Tempo Within the Song.........................................129

Adjusting the Tempo While Listening to a Song ..................129

Adjusting the Tempo at a Particular Measure.......................130

Chapter 8 Creating Music Styles ........................ 131

Creating Original Styles (User Styles) ..........................................131

Creating New Styles by Combining Internal Music Styles

(Style Composer)........................................................................131

Creating a Style from a Song You Composed Yourself

Contents

(Style Converter) ........................................................................133

Saving a User Style..........................................................................136

Deleting Saved User Styles.......................................................137

Copying Styles on Floppy Disks to the User Memory...............138

Copying Styles Saved in the User Memory to

Floppy Disks...............................................................................138

Chapter 9 Various Settings ..................................139

Changing the Settings for One-Touch Arranger.........................139

Procedure ....................................................................................139

Adjusting the Keyboard Touch (Key Touch).........................139

Changing the Keyboard’s Split Point (Split Point) ...............140

Changing Music Styles Without Changing the Tone or

Tempo (One Touch Setting) .....................................................140

Changing How Chords Are Played and Specified

(Arranger Config) ......................................................................140

Placing a Marker in the Middle of a Measure .............................142

Changing the Settings for the Count ............................................142

Other Settings...................................................................................143

Procedure ....................................................................................143

Changing the Tuning (Tuning)................................................144

Assigning Functions to Pedals and Performance Pads

(Pedal Setting/User Functions) ...............................................145

Changing the Bend Range (Pedal Setting) .............................147

Changing Standard Pitch (Master Tune)................................147

Changing the Language (Language).......................................147

Selecting Images To Be Shown on the KR and

External Displays

(User Image Display).................................................................148

Changing the Screen Message When the Power Is

Turned On (Opening Message) ...............................................148

Remembering the Settings Even When the Power is

Turned Off (Memory Backup) .................................................149

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)......................149

Changing the Functions of the Remote Control’s Buttons ..150

Switching the Remote Sensor On and Off (iR function) ......151

Calibrating the Touch Screen (Touch Screen)........................151

Selecting the Part to Which the Effect is Added (Effects Part)..151

Formatting the User Memory ........................................................152

Automatically Starting the Quick Tour........................................152

Adjusting the Piano Designer Resonance ....................................153

Disabling Functions Other Than Piano Performance

(Panel Lock)......................................................................................153

Detailed Song Playback Settings ...................................................154

Changing the Tone Settings When Playing Back Songs

(Play Mode).................................................................................154

Viewing Song Information (Information) .............................154

Hiding the Lyrics (Lyrics).........................................................154

Changing the Parts Assigned to the Track Buttons

During SMF Playback (Track Assign).....................................155

Chapter 10 Connecting External Devices ...........156

Connecting an External Display or Television............................156

Connecting an External Display ..............................................156

Connecting a Television............................................................157

Changing the Settings for Showing Images with the

External Display and the Television (External Display) ......158

Connecting Video Equipment (V-LINK) .....................................158

Using the V-LINK function ......................................................158

Connecting MIDI Devices ..............................................................159

Connectors ..................................................................................159

Making the Connections ...........................................................160

Performing in Ensemble with MIDI Instruments

(MIDI Ensemble)..............................................................................160

MIDI Settings ...................................................................................161

Selecting the Transmit Channel (Tx Channel).......................161

Disconnecting the Internal Sound Generator and

Keyboard (Local Control) .........................................................161

Sending Tone Change Messages (Program Change/

Bank Select MSB/Bank Select LSB) .........................................162

Sending Recorded Performance Data to a MIDI Device

(Composer MIDI Out)...............................................................162

Connecting to Audio Equipment ..................................................163

Connectors ..................................................................................163

Making the Connections ...........................................................163

Connecting a Computer..................................................................164

Connect to the MIDI Connectors .............................................164

Connect to the USB Connector.................................................165

Making the Settings for the USB Driver .................................165

Troubleshooting...............................................................................166

Appendices........................................................... 166

Error Messages.................................................................................170

Tone List............................................................................................171

Drum Set List....................................................................................173

Effects List.........................................................................................177

Music Style List................................................................................178

Chord List .........................................................................................179

Internal Song List.............................................................................181

Parameters Stored to Internal Memory........................................183

Music Files That the KR Can Use ..................................................184

The KR allows you to use the following music files.............184

About the KR Sound Generator...............................................184

Main Specifications..........................................................................186

MIDI Implementation Chart ..........................................................186

Index...................................................................... 187

Panel Descriptions

1. [Power] switch

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

2. [Volume] knob

Adjusts the overall volume (p. **).

3. [Sound Control] button.

Add liveliness to the sound to give it superb clarity and

distinctness.

4. [Brilliance] knob

Adjusts the brightness of the sound (p. **).

Balance

5. [Part Balance] button

This adjusts the relative volume levels of each of the

performance parts (p. **).

6. [Balance] knob

Changes the volume balance for sounds played with the

keyboard and for songs and accompaniments (p. **).

7. [Transpose] button

Transposes the pitch of the keyboard or the song being played

(p. **).

8. [Vocal Effect] Button

Applies a variety of effects to vocals from the microphone (p.

**).

9. [Ambience/Reverb] button

Adds reverberation to the sound (p. **).

Adds three-dimensional breadth to the sound

10. [User Program] button

Stores the selected functions and states of the buttons (p. **).

Performance Pads

11. [Style Orchestrator] button

This is used to change the arrangement type for automatic

accompaniment with the Performance Pads (p. **).

12. [User Function] Button

This is used to assign a variety of functions to the Performance

Pads (p. **).

13. [1]-[3] buttons

The operation of each is changed depending on the buttons

numbered 11-12.

14. Music Style buttons

Selects a Music Style for automatic accompaniment (p. 62).

Pressing the [User] button selects a User Style that you’ve made

yourself or a Music Style on floppy disk (p. 63).

15. Fill In buttons

Inserts a fill-in in an automatic accompaniment and changes the

accompaniment pattern (p. 69).

[To Variation] button

[To Original] button

16. [Intro/Ending] button

Play an intro or ending during automatic accompaniment (p.

66).

17. [Start/Stop] button

Starts and stops automatic accompaniment (p. 66).

Rhythm Partner

18. [Count/Marker] button

You can change the count settings (p. 160).

These allow you to add and move markers in the notation as

well as repeat playback of song segments simply and easily.

19. [Metronome] button

Activates the built-in metronome (p. 52).

20. Beat Indicator

This lights up in correspondence with the beat of the selected

song or accompaniment.

21. Tempo [-] [+] buttons

Adjusts the tempo.

Press the [-] and [+] buttons at the same time to return to the

original tempo.

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Panel Descriptions

22. Main Buttons

-> See the Quick Start

[Song/File] button

Use this button to select internal songs or songs from floppy

disk (p. **).

[DigiScore] button

Displays scores (p. **).

[Visual Lesson] button

You can use the practice function.

[Piano Designer] button

[Music Assistant] button

[Super Tones] button

23. Touch Screen

This lets you perform a variety of operations just by touching

the screen (p. **).

24. Dial

Use this to change on-screen values.

25. [Exit] button

Returns you to the previous screen.

26. [Option] button

Displays a screen for advance function settings.

27. Contrast knob

Adjusts the contrast of the screen (p. **).

28. [Tone] buttons

Select the Tones that will be played from the keyboard (p. **).

29. One Touch Program button

[Piano] button

Makes the optimal settings for a piano performance (p. **).

[Arranger] button

Makes the optimal settings for playing with automatic

accompaniment (p. **).

30. [Melody Intelligence] Button

Adds harmony to the sounds played with the keyboard (p. **).

Record/Playback

31. [Menu] button

You can select functions for playing back, recording or editing a

song (p. **, p. **).

32. Track buttons

Used to play back or record each track of a song (p. **, p. **).

33. [ (Reset)] button

Resets the song playback-start location to the beginning of the

song.

34. [ (Play/Stop)] button

Starts and stops playback or recording a song.

35. [ (Rec)] button

When pressed, this button places the instrument in recording

standby (p. **, p. **).

36. [ (Bwd)] button

Rewinds the song.

37. [ (Fwd)] button

Fast-forwards the song.

38. Infrared Receiver

Point the remote control at this sensor when using the remote

control to operate the KR107 (p. **).

39. [Wonderland/Game] button

Here you can learn about instruments while having fun.

-> See the Quick Start

40. External memory port

Connects an external memory to play and save songs (p.**).

* Be sure to close the cover of the External Memory port after

connecting USB memory to the External Memory port. If the

cover is left open, someone could get hurt if their legs bump

into it; the cover could be damaged as well.

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Panel Descriptions

Rear Panel

fig.panelRear

1. Speaker Jack

Connect the speaker cable of the stand (p. **).

2. Ext Display connector

Connect an external display. You can put notations on the

screen and display lyrics (p. **).

3. Video Out Connector

Connect a television here. This allows you to display the

notations and lyrics on the connected television set (p. **).

4. Expression Pedal jack

You can connect an expression pedal to the KR.

5. Pedal connector

Connect the pedal cable of the stand to this connector (p. **).

6. Input jacks

These jacks can be connected to another sound generating

device or an audio device, so that the sound of that device will

be output from the KR’s speakers (p. **).

7. Output jacks

These jacks can be connected to your audio system to enjoy

more powerful sound. They can also be connected to a tape

recorder or similar device in order to record your performance

on a cassette tape (p. **).

Bottom Panel

Bottom Panel (Front Left)

fig.panelbottom

1. Phones jacks

A set of headphones can be connected here (p. **).

2. Mic Volume knob

Adjusts the volume level for the microphone (p. **).

3. Mic In jack

Used for connecting microphones (p. **).

4. MIDI Out/In connectors

These can be connected to an external MIDI device to exchange

performance data (p. **).

5. USB Connector

You can connect a computer and exchange performance data

between the instrument and the computer (p. **).

Bottom Panel (Front Right)

fig.panelUSB

6. Floppy Disk Drive Connector

Connects an optional floppy disk drive to play and save songs

(p.**).

* Use floppy disk drive available from Roland.

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Before You

Start Playing

Before You Start Playing

Connect the Pedal Cable

Insert the pedal cable into the Pedal connector on the

rear panel of the KR107.

fig.00-01

Connect the Speaker Cable

As shown in the diagram, connect the speaker cable

leading from the speaker box of the stand to the speaker

connector located on the rear panel of the KR107.

Push the speaker cable in until it clicks into position.

NOTE

Do not place containers holding liquids (such as flower vases),

insecticide, perfume, alcohol, or similar substances on top of this

piano.

The speakers of this piano are mounted beneath the upper surface,

and face upwards. Malfunctions or accidents may occur if liquids

contact any part of the speakers.

Connect the Power Cord

Insert the included power cord into the AC inlet on the

bottom panel of the KR107, and then plug it into an

electrical outlet.

NOTE

Be sure to use the supplied power cord.

fig.00-02

Setting Up the Music Rest

1. Grasping the music rest with both hands, lift it toward

you until its in the upright position.

2. Use the support on the back of the music rest to keep

the stand in place.

The angle of the music rest can be set to any of three

positions.

fig.mu_stand

■Folding Down the Music Rest

1. Raise the support located on the back of the music rest,

then gently fold down the music rest.

■Using the Music Holders

You can use the holders to hold pages in place.

When not using the holders, leave them folded down.

fig.mu_stand4

KR107 Rear

Speaker cable

Speaker connector

Clip portion

Speakers

Before You Start Playing

Before You

Start Playing

■Removing the Music Rest

You can remove the music rest from the piano.

This allows you to place a notebook computer on the piano.

Position the music rest so it’s upright, then remove the

three screws, as shown.

You can remove the screws using a coin.

fig.mu_stand3

NOTE

Be careful not to lose the screws that you removed from the music

rest, or put them where they might be swallowed by small children.

Installing Batteries in the

Remote Control

Install the batteries provided in the remote control.

fig.Remote Control-1.j

Open the battery cover on the back of the remote

control.

Insert the supplied AA batteries, as shown in the figure

of remote control.

Close the battery cover.

NOTE

Be careful to observe the correct polarity (+, - direction) when

installing the batteries.

For more information on the remote control button functions, refer

to “Using the Remote Control” (p. 70).

Opening/Closing the Lid

To open the lid, use both hands to lift it lightly, and

slide it away from yourself.

To close the lid, pull it gently toward yourself, and

lower it softly after it has been fully extended.

fig.00-05

NOTE

When opening and closing the lid, be careful not to let your fingers

get caught. If small children will be using the KR107, adult

supervision should be provided.

NOTE

If you need to move the piano, make sure the lid is closed first to

prevent accidents.

Turning the Power On and

Off

NOTE

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.

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To turn the power on, turn the [Volume] knob all the

way down, and then press the [Power] switch.

The power will turn on, and the Power indicator at the

left front of the KR107 will light.

After a few seconds, you will be able to play the

keyboard to produce sound.

Use the [Volume] knob to adjust the volume.

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.

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fig.00-06.e

Remote

Control’s

Cover

Remote Control’s (Rear)

Power Indicator

Power

Before You Start Playing

Before You

Start Playing

To turn the power off, turn the [Volume] knob all the

way to the left, and press the [Power] switch.

The Power indicator at the left front of the KR107 will go

dark, and the power will be turned off.

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

POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power

outlet. Refer to

Power Supply

(p. 6).

About the Pedals

The pedals have the following functions, and are used

mainly for piano performance.

fig.00-08.e

Damper pedal (right pedal)

While this pedal is pressed, notes will be sustained even after

you take your fingers off the keys.

On an acoustic piano, holding down the damper pedal will

allow the remaining strings to resonate in sympathy with the

sounds that you played from the keyboard, adding a rich

resonance.

The KR107 simulates this damper resonance.

You can change the amount of resonance applied with the damper

pedal. Please refer to “[Piano Designer] button” in the Quick Manual.

Sostenuto pedal (center pedal)

This pedal sustains only the sounds of the keys that were

already played when you pressed the pedal.

Soft pedal (left pedal)

When you hold down this pedal and play the keyboard, the

sound will have a softer tone.

The softness of the sound changes subtly depending on the

extent to which the pedal is depressed.

About the Adjuster

When you move the KR107 or if you feel that the pedals are

unstable, adjust the adjuster located below the pedals as

follows.

❍

Rotate the adjuster to lower it so that it is in firm contact

with the floor. If there is a gap between the pedals and

the floor, the pedals may be damaged. In particular

when placing the instrument on carpet, adjust this so

that the pedals firmly contact the floor.

fig.00-09.j

Adjusting the Sound’s

Volume and Brilliance

Turn the [Volume] knob to adjust the overall volume.

Turn the [Brilliance] knob to adjust the brightness of

the sound.

fig.00-07.e

Connecting Headphones

The KR107 has two jacks for plugging in headphones. 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.

Plug the headphones into the Phones jack located at the

bottom left of the piano.

Connecting headphones will automatically mute the

sound from the internal speakers.

The headphone volume is adjusted by the [Volume]

knob of the KR107.

fig.00-04.e

NOTE

Use Stereo headphones.

Soft Pedal

Sostenuto Pedal

Damper Pedal

Adjuster

Min Max Mellow Bright

Phones jack x 2

Before You Start Playing

Before You

Start Playing

Some Notes on Using Headphones

• To prevent damage to the cord, handle the headphones

only by the headset or the plug.

• Connecting the headphones when the volume of

connected equipment is turned up may result in damage

to the headphones. Lower the volume on the KR107

before plugging in the headphones.

• Listening at excessively high volume levels will not only

damage the headphones, but may also cause hearing

loss. Use the headphones at a moderate volume level.

Using the Headphone Hook

Whenever you are not using the headphones, you can hang them on

the headphone hook at the lower left of the KR107.

Attaching the Headphone Hook

Press and twist the headphone hook included with the KR107 into

the hole in the bottom of the KR107 (refer to the figure below).

Turn the headphone hook thumbscrew to secure the headphone

hook.

Connecting a Microphone

You can connect a microphone into the Mic In jack, and enjoy

karaoke with the KR107.

fig.00-10

Connect a microphone (sold separately) to the Mic In

jack on the lower-left area of the instrument.

Rotate the [Mic Volume] knob on left side of the Mic In

jack to adjust the volume level for the microphone.

Some Notes on Using a Microphone

• Be careful of high volume levels when using microphone

late at night or early in the morning.

• When connecting a microphone to the KR107, be sure to

lower the volume. If the volume control is too high when

the microphone is plugged in, noise may be produced by

the speakers.

• Howling could be produced depending on the location

of microphones relative to speakers. This can be

remedied by:

1. Changing the orientation of the microphone(s).

2. Relocating microphone(s) at a greater distance from

speakers.

3. Lowering volume levels.

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About the Touch Screen

The KR makes use of a touch screen.

This lets you carry out a wide variety of actions just by

touching the screen lightly.

NOTE

The touch screen is operated by touching it lightly with your finger.

Pressing hard, or using a hard object can damage the touch screen.

Be careful not to press too hard, and be sure to use only your fingers

to operate the touch screen.

NOTE

The positioning of the touch screen may become displaced due to

changes in the surrounding environment and over time. If this

happens, follow the steps in “Calibrating the Touch Screen (Touch

Screen)” (p. 149) to correct the pointer position.

NOTE

Do not place items on the touch screen.

■

Adjusting the Contrast of the

Screen

To adjust the contrast of the screen, turn the Contrast

knob located at the right side of the screen.

Headphone Hook

Mic In jack

Mic Volume knob

Before You Start Playing

Before You

Start Playing

Main Screens

■

Piano Screen

Immediately after the power is turned on, the Piano screen

like the one below is displayed. For details, refer to p. 21.

■

Basic Screen

The following screen is called Basic screen.

You can usually display this screen by pressing [Exit] button

several times.

Follow either of the procedures described below to display it.

• Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button.

The Basic screen appears and the settings are made for

automatic accompaniment.

• Press the One Touch Program [Piano] button, then press

one of the Tone buttons, then press the [Exit] button.

■

Using the Main Icons

You can many other screens besides the Basic screen to do

things. The on-screen graphics that appear three dimensional

work like buttons. These are called “Icons.”

The main icons you can use on these screens are as follows.

NOTE

The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict

what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that

your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system

(e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display

may not always match what appears in the manual.

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■

The [Option] Button and The

[Exit] Button

The [Option] Button

This displays a screen for advance function settings.

The screen that opens differs depending on the screen that

was displayed when the button was pressed.

The [Exit] button

Touch to cancel the settings currently being made and close

the screen displayed. Normally, pressing the [Exit] button

one or more times returns you to the Basic screen.

■

The Scroll Bar and The Page

Icon

The Song and Tone selection screens feature a scroll bar at

the right of the screen list, with page icons at the top and

bottom of the scroll bar.

Touch the scroll bar and drag up and down to scroll through

the list.

Touch the page icons to change pages.

Some screens consist on two or more pages.

You can display the next page or the

previous page of the screen by touching

these icons.

Tempo

Song name or

Music Style name Beat Measure

These information are

displayed, when you use the

automatic accompaniment.

The Tone names are

selected appear.

When you select an internal song or music

files that includes the lyrics data, this icon

appears in the Piano screen or Basic screen.

Touch this to display the lyrics.

Chapter 1

Chapter 1 Performance

Playing the Keyboard Like a Piano

(One-Touch Piano)

You can create the optimal settings for a piano performance with the press of a single

button.

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Press the One Touch Program [Piano] button.

A “Piano screen” like the one shown below will appear.

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When you press the One Touch Program [Piano] button, the KR will switch to the

following settings, regardless of the current panel settings.

• If the keyboard has been split into upper and lower sections (p. 26), the

keyboard returns to a single section.

• The pedals return to their usual functions (p. 18).

• The Grand Piano sound is automatically selected.

• The effect is automatically set to “Damper Resonance” (p. 35).

You can change the piano

performance settings by

touching the [Piano Designer]

utton. For more details, refer

to “[Piano Designer] Button”

in the Quick Start.

When you select an internal

song or music file that includes

the lyrics data, < >

appears in the Piano screen or

Basic screen. Touch this to

display the lyrics.

< > appears in the Piano

screen or Basic screen when

headphones are connected.

You can add three-

dimensional breadth to the

sound from the headphones

(p. 30).

Since this instrument faithfully

reproduces real acoustic piano

action and response, keys

played in the top one-and-one-

half-octave range continue to

resonate, regardless of the

damper pedal action, and the

tone in this range is audibly

different. The Key Transpose

setting (p. 87) can also be used

to change the range that is

unaffected by the damper

pedal.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Performing with a Variety of Tones

(Tone Buttons)

The KR comes with a many built-in instrument sounds and effects. This lets you

enjoy perform in a wide range of musical styles.

The built-in sounds are called “Tones.” The sounds are organized into six tone

groups, which are assigned to the [Tone] buttons.

fig.panel1-2

Press any one of the Tone buttons to select a tone group.

You’ll see that button’s indicator light up.

The screen displays the tone names included in the tone group you’ve selected.

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This screen is called the “Tone selection screen.”

Tones indicated by is called an “EX voice.” These voices are especially

recommended.

Tones indicated by a red mark produce the “Key Off Sound.”

What “Key Off Sound” does is recreate the tonal changes produced when the fingers

are released from the keys.

Tones indicated by “GS” is GS tones.

Touch and drag up and down in the scroll bar to scroll through the screen and

display other tones.

Touch the page icons to change pages.

You can touch <Audition> for an audio demonstration of a particular tone.

You can touch <Effects> to add effect sounds to a variety of tones (p. 35).

You can touch <Search> to find tones according to the search criteria you specify

(p. 24).

For more about the names of

Tones, take a look at the “Tone

List” (p. 170).

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

2. Touch a tone name to select the tone.

You’ll hear the tone you’ve selected when you play the keyboard.

You can use the dial to scroll through the screen as you switch the Tones to be

played.

3. Press the [Exit] button.

This returns you to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

■Playing Percussion Instruments or Sound Effects

You can use the keyboard to play percussion sounds or effects like sirens and animal

sounds.

fig.panel1-2

1. Press the [Super Tones] button and watch the indicator light up.

2. Touch several times to display the “Drums” screen or the

“SFX” screen.

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Each note of the keyboard will play a different sound.

You can also have play sounds by touching the screen.

You can select other drum tones and effect sounds by pressing the < < > or < > >

buttons.

3. Press the [Exit] button several times.

This returns you to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

The combination of sounds

assigned to the keyboard

varies according to the drum

set. Take a look at the “Drum

Set List” (p. 172) and “SFX Set

List” (p. 177).

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

■Using Keywords to Search for Tones (Tone Search)

You can search for tones that match the conditions you set for instrument or musical

style. You can also search the tones using the first character of the tone name.

1. Press any Tone button.

The tone selection screen appears.

2. Touch <Search>.

The following “Tone search screen” appears.

fig.d-tonesrch1.eps_60

Searching by Conditions

3. Touch <Category> or <Genre>, then use the dial to select the search

conditions.

4. Touch <Search>.

The search results appear in the display.

Touch the tone name to select the tone.

Press the [Exit] button to return to the tone search screen.

Searching by Tone Name

3Touch <By Name>.

Touch <By Key> to go to the condition search screen.

4. Decide which character is to be used for the search.

The selected character appears in the middle of the screen.

Enter the character you’re searching for. For example, touching <ABC> in succession

cycles you through the available choices in that character group (“A”→”B”→”C”...).

Touching <A-0> selects the type of character. Each time you touch <A-0>, the

character switches between alphabets and numerals.

5. Touch <Search>.

The search results appear in the display.

Touch the tone name to select the Tone.

Press the [Exit] button several times to return to the Basic screen or the previous

screen.

Condition Search screen Name Search screen

Touch here to switch these screens.

In condition search, tones

satisfying all of the selected

search criteria are sought.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Performing with Multiple Sounds

Layered Together (Layer)

Two tones sounding together when you press a single key is referred to as a “layer

performance.”

For instance, it’s possible to play the Tones for both Piano and Strings simultaneously.

fig.layer.e

1. Touch <Layer 1> at the bottom of the Basic screen.

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The tone that was sounding before you switched to layer performance, plus the tone

indicated in the lower part of the display, are now played together.

Here, the tone appearing in the upper part of the display is called the “right-hand

tone,” and the tone appearing in the lower part of the display is called the “layer

tone.”

In the same manner, you can touch <Layer 2> to layer further sounds.

Changing the tones

2. Touch the name of the tone to be changed.

Touch here to highlight the tone name.

3. Press a Tone button to select the new tone (p. 22).

4. When you have selected the tone, press the [Exit] button.

The display returns to the Basic screen.

Cancelling the Layer

5. Touch <Layer 1>.

Touch <Layer 2> to have <Layer 2> play as well.

The <Layer 1> and <Layer 2> icons are dimmed, and the Layer performance is

cancelled.

Now when you play the keys, only the tone indicated on the screen is sounded.

Grand Piano 1

Strings 1

Strings 2 When you select an internal

song or music file that includes

the lyrics data, < >

appears in the Basic screen.

Touch this to display the lyrics.

< > appears in the Piano

screen or Basic screen when

headphones are connected.

You can add three-

dimensional breadth to the

sound from the headphones

(p. 30).

When you touch Octave

<-><+> on the tone selection

screen, the pitch of the

keyboard’s sound is changed

in octave units. To learn more,

see “Shifting the Keyboard

Pitch in Octave Steps (Octave

Shift)” (p. 27).

You can change the balance of

the right-hand and Layer Tone

volume. For instructions, see

“Adjusting the Volume

Balance for Each Performance

Part (Part Balance)” (p. 62).

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Playing Different Tones with the Left

and Right Hands (Split)

Dividing the keyboard into right-hand and left-hand areas, then playing different

sounds in each section is called “split performance.” The boundary key is called the

“split point.”

The split point key is included in the left-hand keyboard area. Each time power to

the keyboard is turned on, the split point is reset to “F#3.”

fig.split.e

1. At the Basic screen, touch <Split>.

fig.d-split.eps_60

The tone sounding prior to the split performance is played in the right-hand section

of the keyboard, and the tone indicated at the left of the screen is played in the left-

hand section of the keyboard.

Here, the tone appearing at the right part of the display is called the “right-hand

tone,” and the tone appearing at the left part of the display is called the “left-hand

tone.”

Changing the Tones

2. Touch the name of the tone to be changed.

3. Press a Tone button to select the tone (p. 22).

4. When you have selected the tone, press the [Exit] button.

The display returns to the Basic screen.

Cancelling the Split

5. Touch <Split>.

+++++++++++++++++++++.

When you play the keys, only the tone indicated on the screen is sounded.

Split Point

Grand Piano 1Acoustic Bass

You can change the split point;

refer to “Changing the

Keyboard’s Split Point (Split

Point)” (p. 138).

When you select an internal

song or music file that includes

the lyrics data, < >

appears in the Basic screen.

Touch this to display the lyrics.

< > appears in the Piano

screen or Basic screen when

headphones are connected.

You can add three-

dimensional breadth to the

sound from the headphones

(p. 30).

When you touch Octave

<-><+> in the tone selection

screen, the pitch of the

keyboard’s sound is changed

in octave units. To learn more,

see “Shifting the Keyboard

Pitch in Octave Steps (Octave

Shift)” (p. 27).

You can change the volume

alance between the left- and

right-hand parts of the

keyboard; refer to “Adjusting

the Volume Balance for Each

Performance Part (Part

Balance)” (p. 62).

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Turning On Layer and Split Performance Simultaneously

Turning on either Layer Performance or Split Performance allows you to divide the

keyboard into a right-hand and a left-hand part and play with two Tones layered in

the right-hand part.

fig.d-layersplit.eps_60

■Shifting the Keyboard Pitch in Octave Steps

(Octave Shift)

When using layer performance (p. 25) or split performance (p. 26), you can change

the pitch of the keyboard’s sound in octave units. This function is called “Octave

Shift.”

For example, when using a layer performance, you can change the pitch of each

sound and layer the sounds. You can make the pitch of the keyboard’s left-hand part

match the pitch of the right-hand part during split performance.

1. On the Basic screen, touch <Layer> or <Split>.

The KR switches to layer performance or split performance.

2. To apply Octave Shift, touch the name of the tone you’ve selected.

3. Press the Tone button to display the Tone selection screen.

fig.d-octshift.eps_60

4. Touch Octave <-> or <+> in the lower part of the screen to adjust the

pitch of the sound.

Each time you touch <+>, the pitch is raised one octave.

Each time you touch <->, the pitch is lowered one octave.

The sound can be changed from two octaves lower than the original sound (-2) to

two octaves above the original (+2).

Press the [Exit] button to return to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

When the keyboard has been

divided into upper and lower

sections, the damper pedal is

applied to only the upper

section. If you want to add

lingering reverberations to the

notes of the lower section, see

“Assigning Functions to

Pedals and Performance Pads

(Pedal Setting/User

Functions)” (p. 142).

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Adding Reverberation to the Sound (Reverb)

Apply a reverb effect to the notes you play with the KR.

Reverb makes it sound as if you are playing in a concert hall.

fig.panel1-3

1. Press the [Ambience/Reverb] button and watch the its indicator light up.

A “Reverb screen” like the one shown below appears.

fig.d-reverb.eps_60

2. Touch an icon to select the performance space.

;

Display Explanation

Hall 1 Hall with bright reverberation

Hall 2 Hall with warm reverberation

Room 1 Room reverberation

Cathedral High-ceilinged cathedral

Ground Wide open space with no reverberations

Room 2 Small room

Lounge Larger room

Studio A recording studio

Gymnasium In a gymnasium

Hall 3 Large concert hall reverberation

Dome A domed ballpark

Cave Adds the extended reverberations found inside a cave

GS Room 1

Reproduces an indoor-type reverb.

Provides a clear, expansive reverberation.

GS Room 2

GS Room 3

GS Hall 1 Reproduces the reverberation found in a hall. Gives

reverberation with a greater sense of depth than GS Room.

GS Hall 2

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Chapter 1

3. Touch the slider beneath the icons to adjust the effect selected.

Touch and slide the knob on the screen to the right for a deeper reverb, and to the

left for less.

You can also move the slider with the dial.

When you press the [Exit] button, the reverb effect is activated, and you return to the

previous screen.

Cancelling the Effect

4. Press the [Ambience/Reverb] button, and watch the indicator light go

out.

The reverb effect is eliminated.

GS Plate Reproduces a plate echo (reverberation created using the

vibrations of a metal plate).

GS Delay A delayed sound that is added to the original, similar to the

reflected sounds of mountain echoes.

GS Pan Delay The reflected sounds are panned (shifted) laterally.

Display Explanation

No effect is applied when the

slider is moved all the way to

the left. In this case, the

utton’s indicator won’t light

up when you press the

[Ambience/Reverb] button.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Adding Three-Dimensional Breadth to

the Sounds You Play (Advanced 3D)

You can add three-dimensional breadth to the sounds you play with automatic

accompaniment (p. 46), or to internal songs or music files. With this effect, called

“Advanced 3D,” you seem to be surrounded by the sound of the performance.

fig.panel1-4

1. Press the [Ambience/Reverb] button and watch the indicator light up.

2. Touch <Advanced 3D>.

The following “Advanced 3D screen” appears.

fig.d-adv3d.eps_60

3. Touch <ON>.

Three-dimensional breadth is added to the sound.

4. Touch the icon to switch the effect on or off for each individual part.

When you press the [Exit] button, the Advanced 3D effect is activated, and you

return to the previous screen.

Cancelling the Effect

5. Touch <OFF>.

The Advanced 3D effect is eliminated, and the effect is no longer applied to any of

the parts.

<*** > appears in the Piano

screen or Basic screen when

headphones are connected.

You can add three-

dimensional breadth to the

sound from the headphones

(p. 30).

OFF

< > appears in the Piano

screen or Basic screen when

headphones are connected.

You can add three-

dimensional breadth to the

sound from the headphones

(p. 30).

The Advanced 3D effect is not

applied, even when you touch

<On>, if all parts are turned

off.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

❍Making Detailed Settings for Advanced 3D

1. Press the [Ambience/Reverb] button and watch the indicator light up.

2. Touch <Advanced 3D>.

3. On the Advanced 3D screen, press the [Option] button.

fig.d-adv3dopt.eps_60

4. Touch for the parameter being set to select the value.

You can also change the value with the dial.

5. When you press the [Exit] button, you return to the Advanced 3D screen.

Parameter Display Explanation

Part

All Parts

The effect is applied to all tones played with the

keyboard (the left-hand tone, right-hand tone, and

layer tone).

Layer Part

The effect is applied only to the layer part.

When not using a layer performance (p. 25), the

Advanced 3D effect is not applied to the keyboard

performance, even if <Keyboard> on the Advance

3D screen is set to On.

Mode

Auto

This selects settings that are adjusted for use with

headphones when headphones are connected.

When no headphones are connected, settings

adjusted for speakers are selected.

Speaker Settings adjusted for listening to sounds through

speakers are selected.

Headphone Settings adjusted for listening to sounds through

headphones are selected.

Depth 1–4 Changes the apparent depth of the sound. The

effect is applied more as the value is increased.

Width ON, OFF Changes the breadth of the sound.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Adding Liveliness to the Sound

(Dynamic Emphasis)

You can add liveliness to the sound to give it superb clarity and distinctness.

fig.panel2-8

1Press the [Sound Control] button, to display the “Sound Control screen.”

The Dynamic Emphasis function is switched on, enlivening the sound.

fig.d-adv3dopt.eps_60

2Touch the Type icon to select the type.

3Touch <Off> to cancel the Dynamics Emphasis function.

Indicator Description

Sharp Creates a sound with boosted bass and treble.

Clear Produces a sound with chords in the low registers that are

clear and distinct.

Power Creates a sound with boosted bass.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Adjusting the Sound to Achieve the

Preferred Tone Quality (Equalizer)

The KR features a built-in, five-band digital equalizer.

An equalizer boosts or cuts specific sound pitches (frequency ranges) to adjust the

sound balance for the overall performance. For example, you can boost the highs to

get a crisper sound, or boost the low end for a more powerful sound.

You can also adjust the sound to compensate for the acoustical characteristics of the

performance space.

If raising the slider for each frequency ends up distorting the sound, you can correct

the distortion with the Master Level slider.

1. Press the [Sound Control] button, to display the “Sound Control screen.”

2. Touch <Equalizer>.

The “Equalizer screen” appears.

fig.d-eq.eps_60

3. Touch the Type icon to make your selection.

4. Touch the slider to make adjustment.

Display Explanation

Piano The optimal settings for piano performance are selected.

Power Boosts both the low- and high-frequency ranges.

Mild Lows and highs are restrained for a pleasant-sounding tone.

Clear This setting slightly boosts the midrange for a simple pop feeling.

Bright This setting boosts the high frequencies for a brilliant, sparkling sound.

Flat All slider values are set to “0.”

User Store your own preferred settings (p. 34).

Displayed Settings

Value Explanation

Low -60–0–+60

Low-frequency range. This is the range of

frequencies for instruments like drums, bass,

organ, guitar and strings.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

You can also move the slider with the dial.

When you press the [Exit] button, the equalization is placed in effect, and you return

to the previous screen.

Cancelling the effect

5. Touch <Flat>.

❍Storing the settings

You can store adjusted equalizer settings to <User>.

Even after editing the settings, you can touch <User> to call up your preferred

settings.

1. Press the [Sound Control] button and watch the indicator light up.

2. Touch <Equalizer>.

The “Equalizer screen” appears.

3. Adjust the equalizer.

4. Touch <Write>.

The settings are stored.

Even after editing the settings, you can touch <User> to select the stored settings.

– -60–0–+60

Mid-low-frequency range. This is the range of

frequencies for lower brass and woodwind

instruments.

Mid -60–0–+60 Midrange. This is the range of frequencies where

most instrument sounds are concentrated.

– -60–0–+60 Mid-high-frequency range. The ear is most

sensitive to this frequency range.

High -60–0–+60 High-frequency range. These frequencies add

brilliance to the sound.

Master Level -60–0–+60

You can temper the distortion in the sound by

lowering the level. Raising the level too much may

cause the sound to become distorted.

Displayed Settings

Value Explanation

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Applying Effects to the Sound (Effects)

You can apply a wide range of different effects to the notes you play on the

keyboard.

1. First, press the Tone button to select a Tone (p. 22).

The “Tone selection screen” appears.

2. Then, touch <Effects>.

The “Effect screen” appears.

fig.d-effects.eps_60

Applying effects to the sound

3. Touch <ON>.

The effect selected with <Type> will be applied.

Selecting the type of Effect

4. Touch <Type> to select the type of effect.

Setting the Effect

The parameters that can be set change according to the type selected in Step 4.

5. Touch for the parameter being set to select the value.

You can also move the slider with the dial.

Press the [Exit] button to return to the Tone selection screen.

Cancelling the Effect

6. On the Effects screen, touch <Off>.

For more on the effect types,

refer to the “Effects List” (p.

176).

NOTE

The effect is not applied to the

layer tone or left-hand tone if

the effect is different than that

applied to the right-hand tone.

Select the same effect.

NOTE

You may find effects not being

applied to certain parts when

different effects are applied to

the right-hand tone, layer tone,

and left-hand tone. In such

instances, you can select which

effect is to have priority.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Adding Effects to Mic Vocals

(Vocal Effect)

With a microphone connected, you can add effects to the microphone vocals.

Adding effects to the vocals is referred to as “Vocal Effect.”

❍How to select Vocal Effect

fig.panel1-5

1. Press the [Vocal Effects] button.

The “Vocal Effects screen” appears.

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2. Touch any one of the icons.

3. When you press the [Exit] button, the effect is applied and you return to

the previous screen.

Icon Explanation Page

Echo Adjusts the microphone echo. p. 37

Transformer Alters the microphone vocals. p. 37

Harmonist Adds harmonies to the original voice. p. 45

Vocal Count In Allows you to start songs and Automatic

Accompaniment using your own tempo. p. 39

Vocal Keyboard Allows you to produce sounds conforming to the

vocal scale. p. 40

Music Files You can play a specific part as harmony while

playing back a song. p. 41

For details on connecting a

microphone, refer to

“Connecting a Microphone”

(p. 22).

You can adjust the microphone

volume with the Mic Volume

knob on the (left) underside of

the KR107.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Cancelling the Vocal Effect

4. Press the [Vocal Effects] button and watch the indicator light go out.

The Vocal Effect function is cancelled.

❍Adjusting the Echo (Echo)

1. Touch <Echo> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 36).

fig.d-vo-echo.eps_60

2. Touch the bar graph to adjust the amount of echo applied to the vocal.

3. Touch the Echo Type <1> or <2> to change the echo type.

Press the [Exit] button to return to the Vocal Effects screen.

❍Altering Vocals (Transformer)

You can modify the way your voice sounds through the microphone. This is called

the “Voice Transformer” function.

1. Touch <Transformer> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 36).

fig.d-vo-trans.eps_60

Displayed Explanation

1Adds basic reverberations.

2Adds reverberations for a karaoke-type echo.

When you use the Voice

Transformer function, the

resonance setting for the piano

(see p. 152) may sometimes be

reset.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

2. Touch any one of the icons.

Here’s what the different icons do.

3. Sing through the microphone.

Your voice is transformed according to the item you selected.

Cancelling the Effect

4. Once again, touch the icon you selected in Step 2.

The Voice Transformer effect is eliminated.

Press the [Exit] button to return to the Vocal Effects screen.

❍Adding Harmonies (Harmonist)

You can sing with a harmony accompaniment, even when you’re playing solo. This

is called the “Harmonist” function.

1. Touch <Harmonist> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 36).

Touch to switch the screen.

fig.d-vo-harmo.eps_60

Display Explanation

Kids Transforms the input into the sound of a child’s voice.

Bear Transforms the input sound into the voice of a large animal.

Robot Transforms the input into the sound of a robot’s voice.

Duck Transforms the input into a duck’s quacking sound.

Alien Transforms the input into an alien voice.

Computer Transforms the input into a voice like that from a computer.

Female Transforms male voices into female voices.

Male Transforms female voices into male voices.

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Chapter 1

2. Touch any one of the icons.

Here’s what the different icons do.

Cancelling the Effect

3. Touch the Harmonist type you selected in Step 2 again.

The Harmonist function is cancelled.

Press the [Exit] button to go back to the Vocal Effects screen.

❍Enabling the start of songs and automatic accompaniment with the

sound of your voice (Vocal Count-In)

You can start songs and the Automatic Accompaniment by counting into the

microphone.

1. Touch <Vocal Count In> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 36).

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Display Explanation

My Voice The melody played on the keyboard is played as the harmony.

The harmony is added to your voice regardless of the pitch.

Duo1 The added harmony matches the chords specified on the

keyboard. Adding harmony to a single voice gives the effect of

two people singing together.

Duo2

Variety

The melody played on the keyboard is played as the harmony.

The harmony added is matched to the pitch; for example, higher

pitches are used for female voices, lower pitches for male voices.

Trio

The added harmony matches the chords specified on the

keyboard. This adds a two-voice harmony that makes it seem that

a trio is singing.

Chord

The added harmony matches the chords specified on the

keyboard.

You can change the way harmonies are added with the Melody

Intelligence type (p. 59).

Unison Sounds like two people singing the same melody.

Oct-Up Adds another voice one octave higher than the original.

Oct-Down Adds another voice one octave lower than the original.

5th Up Adds harmony a fifth above the original.

3rd Up Adds harmony a third above the original.

4th Down Adds harmony a major fourth below the original.

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Chapter 1

2. Touch <Arranger> or <Song>.

3. Count to four (“One, two, three, four”) into the mic.

Count out the number of beats per measure in the time signature of the selected song

or Music Style.

For example, if you select a time signature of 4/4, then count to four; count to three

when 3/4 time is selected.

The tempo is automatically set according to the interval between the counts as you

speak into the microphone, and the song or Arranger begins.

Press the [Exit] button to return to the Vocal Effects screen.

❍Playing instrument sounds at vocal pitches (Vocal Keyboard)

You can have melodies sung into the microphone played with the KR’s internal

Tones.

1. Touch <Vocal Keyboard> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 36).

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2. If the <OFF> icon is selected, touch the <ON> icon.

3. Touch any of the icons to select a Tone.

You can also select the Tone by pressing the Tone button.

When you sing into the microphone, the sung pitches are played using the selected

Tone.

Cancelling the effect

4. Touch <OFF>.

The Vocal Keyboard function is cancelled.

Press the [Exit] button to go back to the Vocal Effects screen.

Display Explanation

Arranger Automatic Accompaniment starts at the tempo used for the count.

Song The song starts at the tempo used for the count.

When you play the keys while

using Vocal Keyboard, the

tone selected for Vocal

Keyboard is played.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

❍Adding harmonies to a specified part (Music Files)

When you sing while playing back a specified part from song data, harmony is

added based on pitches of the specified part.

1. Select the song to which you want to add harmony.

To select a song stored in external memory, connect the external memory to the

external memory port.

2. Touch <Music Files> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 36).

fig.d-vo-music.eps_60

3. Touch the icon for the part to which you want to add harmony.

When you play back the song and sing into the mic, harmonies are added using the

pitches of the specified part.

4. Touch <Variety>.

When <Variety> is ON, the melody played on the keyboard is played as the

harmony. The harmony added is matched to the pitch.

Cancelling the effect

5. Touch the icon you selected in Step 3 again.

The Music Files function is cancelled.

Press the [Exit] button to go back to the Vocal Effects screen.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

■Enjoying Karaoke Performances with Music Files

1. Connect a microphone.

2. Adjust the volume level and the amount of echo applied.

On the KR, use the Vocal Effect function to adjust the echo (p. 37).

You can also enjoy this effect with the Voice Transformer function (p. 37) and

Harmonist function (p. 38, 45).

3. Select a song.

To select a song stored in external memory, connect the external memory to the

external memory port. For instructions on how to select songs, refer to “Playing a

Song” (p. 64).

4. Adjust the tempo as required with the Tempo [-] [+] buttons.

5. If necessary, change the key of the song (p. 87).

When you press the [ (Play/Stop)] button, the accompaniment starts playing.

Sing along with the accompaniment.

When you play back a Music File with lyrics, the lyrics appear on screen.

6. Press the [ (Play/Stop)] button to stop the accompaniment.

Commercial music files

designed for “karaoke” sing-

along are also available.

Consult your KR dealer when

purchasing music files. Refer

to “Music Files That the KR

Can Use” (p. 183).

On the KR, lyrics can also be

shown on an external display.

Refer to “Connecting an

External Display” (p. 23) and

“Selecting Images To Be

Shown on the KR and External

Displays (User Image

Display)” (p. 146).

You can stop lyrics from being

displayed. Refer to “Hiding

the Lyrics (Lyrics)” (p. 153).

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

Using the Metronome

The KR features a built-in metronome. During playback of the song and

accompaniment, the metronome plays at that tempo and beat.

fig.panel1-6

■Using the Metronome

1. Press the [Metronome] button and watch the indicator light up.

You will hear the metronome.

The following “Metronome screen” appears.

fig.d-metro.eps_60

You can press the [Exit] button to have the metronome continue to play while you

return to the previous screen.

Stopping the metronome

2. Press the [Metronome] button once more, and the indicator light goes

out.

During playback of a song, or

when performing with

automatic accompaniment, the

sound of the metronome keeps

time with the beat of the song

or accompaniment.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

■Changing the Metronome Settings

❍Adjusting the tempo

You can adjust the tempo of the metronome. The tempo of the metronome changes

automatically if you use an Automatic Accompaniment or play back a song.

1. Press the Tempo [-] or [+] buttons to adjust a tempo.

You can adjust the metronome tempo over a range of = 10–500.

Pressing the Tempo [-] and [+] buttons simultaneously returns the selected song

accompaniment to the basic tempo.

❍Changing the beat of the metronome

1. On the Metronome screen, touch <Beat>.

2. Select the beat with the dial.

❍Changing the volume

The volume of the metronome can be adjusted to ten different levels.

1. On the Metronome screen, touch <Volume>.

2. Select the volume with the dial.

Choosing sets the volume to the lowest level, and choosing sets

it to the highest level.

Choose to silence the metronome sound.

❍Changing the Type of Sound

You can change the sound the metronome makes.

The setting is at “normal metronome sound” when the KR is powered up.

1. On the Metronome screen, touch <Sound>.

2. Select the sound with the dial.

Displayed Explanation Displayed Explanation

Normal metronome

sound

Electronic metronome

sound

“1, 2, 3” in Japanese “1, 2, 3” in English

When is selected,

only the upbeat will sound.

Chapter 1 Performance

Chapter 1

❍Changing how the metronome beat (pattern) sounds

You can set the Metronome to play at even smaller intervals.

1. On the Metronome screen, touch <Pattern>.

2. Select the pattern with the dial.

❍Turning Off the Beat Light (Beat Indicator)

The beat light flashes in time with the metronome, accompaniment Styles, and song

tempos, but you can set it so that it stays off at all times.

1. Touch <Beat Indicator> in the Metronome screen.

2. Select On/Off (Beat Indicator off) with the dial.

Dog and cat sounds Wood block

Triangle and castanet Hand clap

Displayed Explanation Displayed Explanation

Usual sound Dotted half-note intervals

Half-note intervals Dotted quarter-note

intervals

Quarter-note intervals Dotted eighth-note

intervals

Eighth-note intervals Sixteenth-note intervals

Single back beat added Triplet rhythm added

Shuffle rhythm added

Displayed Explanation Displayed Explanation

Chapter 2

Chapter 2 Automatic Accompaniment

Music Styles and Automatic Accompaniment

What is Automatic Accompaniment?

Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button for Automatic Accompaniment’s

optimum settings. Automatic Accompaniment is a function that provides you with

accompaniment in a variety of musical genres, just by specifying chords in the left

hand. Automatic Accompaniment lets you play with an orchestra, even when

performing alone!

What Are Music Styles?

Accompaniment patterns in various musical genres are called “Music Styles.”

There are many different kinds of music around the world, and each has its own

unique features. What gives jazz or classical music their unmistakable sounds are a

unique combination of elements like instrumentation, melody, and phrasing, which

interact to create the musical character.

Elements of Music Styles

A Music Style consists of a set of six sections called “divisions.”

In addition, Music Styles are built from: “Rhythm,” “Bass,” “Accompaniment 1,”

“Accompaniment 2,” “Accompaniment 3,” “Accompaniment 4,” “Accompaniment

5,” and “Accompaniment 6.”

Division Explanation

Intro Played at the start of a song.

Original The basic accompaniment pattern.

Variation This is a variation on the Original accompaniment pattern.

Fill In To Original This is a one-measure phrase inserted at a point where the

mood changes and the accompaniment returns to the original.

Fill In To

Variation

This is a one-measure phrase inserted at a point where the

mood changes and the accompaniment moves ahead to the

variation.

Ending The conclusion of a song.

For instructions on playing the

Automatic Accompaniment,

refer to “Selecting Music Styles

(Music Style Buttons)” (p. 50).

Chapter 2 Automatic Accompaniment

Chapter 2

Performing Using Automatic Accompaniment

(One-Touch Arranger)

Here’s how to create the settings for Automatic Accompaniment.

fig.panel2-1

1. Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button.

The Basic screen like the one shown below appears.

fig.d-arrbasic.eps_60

Observe the settings:

• The keyboard is split into left- and right-hand parts, with accompaniment

chords specified for the left-hand side of the keyboard.

• A tone appropriate for the selected Music Style is chosen.

• The tempo and beat for the selected Music Style is set.

2. Play a chord on the lower-part of keyboard.

The accompaniment begins, starting from the intro.

Play chords with the left hand, and the melody with the right.

When you change chords in the left hand, the accompaniment also changes.

fig.arr-split.e

3. Press the [Intro/Ending] button.

After the ending plays, the accompaniment stops.

<*** > appears in the Piano

screen or Basic screen when

headphones are connected.

You can add three-

dimensional breadth to the

sound from the headphones

(p. 33).

Normally, when you change a

Music Style, the tempo and

tone change to selections that

go well with the selected

Music Style. If you do not want

to change the tempo and tone,

refer to “Changing Music

Styles Without Changing the

Tone or Tempo (One Touch

Setting)” (p. 138).

The range specifyed a chord

Split Point ( )

For instructions on selecting

Music Styles, refer to

“Selecting Music Styles (Music

Style Buttons)” (p. 50).

For instructions on starting

and stopping the

accompaniment, refer to

“Starting and Stopping the

Accompaniment” (p. 54).

You can change the range in

which chords are played.

Please refer to “Changing the

Keyboard’s Split Point (Split

Point)” (p. 138).

Chapter 2 Automatic Accompaniment

Chapter 2

■About Chords

A chord is produced when several notes are played simultaneously. Chords are

indicated by the pitch of the fundamental note of the chord (the root) and the chord

type, which is determined by the other notes of the chord.

For example, the C m chord is expressed in terms of the root note “C” and the chord

type “m” (minor). C m is made up of the three notes “C,” “E ” and “G.”

“C m” is indicated as the chord name on the Basic screen.

fig.chord.e

All chord roots are indicated as a letter, sometimes with or added, and

correspond to the notes shown below.

fig.chord-root.e

■Playing Chords with Simple Fingering

(Chord Intelligence)

“Chord Intelligence” is a feature that chooses the accompaniment chords the

moment you play a key.

To play a “C” chord, for example, you normally have to play the three keys C, E, and

G. But with Chord Intelligence, you only have to press the C key to start a “C” chord

accompaniment.

fig.chord-intel.e

Root Note

Chord Type

Root Note

Normally, settings used for the

Chord Intelligence function are

selected, but there may be

settings that are not used. You

can also change the rules

governing how chords are

played. For more information,

see “Changing How Chords

Are Played and Specified

(Arranger Config)” (p. 138).

C maj 7

C 7

C m

C m7

C dim

Ex:

Ex: Ex:

Ex:

Major

Seventh

Major Seventh

Minor

Minor Seventh

Diminished

Play the chord root.

Play the root and

the second key above it.

Play the root and

the third key above it.

Play the root and

the sixth key above it.

Play the root,

the third key above it, and

the second key below it.

Play the root and

the first key below it.

• Intelligence 1

For more information about

chord fingering, refer to the

“Chord List” (p. 178).

Chapter 2 Automatic Accompaniment

Chapter 2

■Viewing Chord Fingerings (Chord Finder)

Whenever you are not sure how a certain chord is fingered, you can display the notes

of the chord on the screen.

1. On the Basic screen, touch < >.

fig.d-arrbasic.eps_60

2. Touch the root of the chord you want to learn about.

The chord fingering appears on screen.

fig.d-crdfind.eps_60

For example, if you wanted to see the fingering for a C# chord, you would touch

<C>, then touch <#>.

Press the [Exit] button to go back to the Basic screen.

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