Roland Electronic Keyboard DP 900 User Guide

Owner’s Manual  
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Digital Piano DP-900.  
201a  
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT  
SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 4). These sections provide  
important information concerning the proper operation of the unit.  
Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of  
every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s manual should be read in its  
entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient  
reference.  
Assembling the DP-900  
Before You Start Playing  
Enjoying the Internal Songs  
Playing the Keyboard  
p. 6  
p. 11  
p. 15  
p. 16  
Contents  
Index  
p. 10  
p. 46  
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY  
012b  
102c  
Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC  
Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor  
adaptor 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:  
cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an  
outlet or this unit.  
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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.  
• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the  
plug has been damaged; or  
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs  
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106  
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been  
spilled onto the unit; or  
Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on  
the unit.  
• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise  
has become wet); or  
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107c  
Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet  
hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an  
outlet or this unit.  
• The unit does not appear to operate normally or  
exhibits a marked change in performance.  
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013  
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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.  
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.  
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014  
Protect the unit from strong impact.  
(Do not drop it!)  
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• Check to make sure the attachment screws and  
stabilizer screw securing the unit to the stand  
have not become loose. Fasten them again  
securely whenever you notice any loosening.  
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.  
2
3
5
• Disconnect the power cord.  
Disconnect all cords coming from external devices.  
• Close the lid.  
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109b  
Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and  
unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 11).  
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016  
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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.  
110b  
Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in  
your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.  
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116  
Be careful when opening/closing the lid so you do not  
get your fingers pinched (p. 13). Adult supervision is  
recommended whenever small children use the unit.  
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101b  
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The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so  
their location or position does not interfere with  
their proper ventilation.  
118c  
Keep any attachment screw, stabilizer screws, and  
cord clamp you may remove and the included  
attachment screw, stabilizer screws, and cord clamp  
in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no  
chance of them being swallowed accidentally.  
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103b  
At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC  
adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all  
dust and other accumulations away from its  
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119  
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.  
The rear panel may become hot, so take care to  
avoid burns.  
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IMPORTANT NOTES  
291a  
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the following:  
Power Supply  
Maintenance  
301  
401b  
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,  
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.  
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.  
402  
Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind,  
to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.  
Additional Precautions  
552  
302  
Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents  
of data that was stored in the unit’s memory once it has  
been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability  
concerning such loss of data.  
The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of  
consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.  
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.  
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.  
Placement  
554  
555  
Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.  
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.  
A small amount of noise may be heard from the display  
during normal operation.  
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.  
352a  
This device may interfere with radio and television reception.  
Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.  
558a  
352b  
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).  
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.  
559a  
When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box  
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise,  
you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.  
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.  
560  
562  
Do not apply undue force to the music rest while it is in use.  
Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using  
some other make of connection cable, please note the  
following precautions.  
• 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 infor-  
mation on cable specifications, contact the manufac-  
turer of the cable.  
355b  
When moved from one location to another where the  
temperature and/or humidity is very different, water  
droplets (condensation) 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.  
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 encoun-  
tered, 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.  
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 or  
pedal board. 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.  
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Introduction  
Congratulations on your choice of the Roland Digital Piano DP-900.  
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  
Refined Wood Grain, Compact Design  
Tones For Use in a Wide Variety of  
Musical Genres  
The simple design and light wood grain finish is at home both  
in the living room as well as in the children’s room. When its  
lid (which descends slowly and smoothly) is closed, the  
instrument presents a clean, flat look.  
The DP-900 offers twenty different onboard tones, including  
piano, which can be used for almost every conceivable style of  
music.  
And at a compact about 300 millimeters deep, it fits in  
perfectly with other furniture.  
65 Piano Songs Built-In  
The 65 internal songs are mainly classical pieces, and include  
Authentic Piano Performances  
compositions for listening enjoyment as well as for lessons.  
High-quality concert grand piano tones, along with the  
keyboard which gives more realistic piano touch by providing  
a heavier feel in the low end and a lighter feel in the upper  
notes, let you enjoy truly authentic piano performances.  
The two pedals are securely attached to the piano, ensuring  
that they will be stable when operated.  
Keyboard Touch Can Be Set to Match  
Finger Strength  
You can change the keyboard touch so it better suits the finger  
strength of the person playing the keyboard.  
High-Performance Two-Box Speaker  
Construction  
The lateral speaker box features two independent left and  
right speaker boxes, providing unexpectedly superior volume  
and sonic quality.  
Practice Functions to Foster Great  
Musicianship  
In addition to a metronome, the instrument also features a  
“Two-Track Recorder,” which lets you record and check what  
you practice, along with a variety of other piano lesson  
features that are possible only with an electronic piano.  
The speakers can also be directed rearward if conditions  
require.  
Check to see if you have all of the items that normally are supplied with the DP-900.  
If any items are missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased this unit.  
Cord Clamp x 3  
DP-900 (For installing the DP-900, refer to p. 6)  
Side Board right  
AC Adaptor (DC 9V), Power Cord  
Owner’s manual (this document)  
Side Board left  
Speaker Box  
Pedal Board  
Stabilizer x 2  
Stabilizer screw x 6  
Attachment screw x 10  
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Introduction  
Assembling the DP-900  
Make sure that another person is on hand to help with the assembly and setup.  
To move the piano, lift it carefully-all the while keeping it level. Be very careful, when you assemble and move the  
piano, to make sure that you do not drop it on your hands or feet.  
Should you remove screws, cord clamps, or stabilizer, make sure to put them in a safe place out of children’s reach,  
so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.  
Check the Parts  
Before you begin assembling the DP-900, check that all the  
The speaker box can also be installed so that it faces toward  
the rear instead of toward the front. Having the speaker box  
face out the rear of the instrument allows the speakers to be  
directed toward listeners when the back of the instrument  
parts were supplied.  
You will also need to have a Phillips screwdriver.  
fig.st900parts.e  
faces the audience.  
fig.stsp.e  
DP-900  
Normal direction  
When facing to the rear  
Side board  
left  
Front  
Rear  
Front  
Rear  
Speaker box  
Speaker  
box  
Speaker  
box  
Side board  
right  
Stabilizer  
(left)  
Assembly Procedure  
At first, assemble the entire unit in a temporary fashion,  
without really tightening the screws. Then, after checking  
the overall alignment of the boards (and gently shifting  
certain parts where necessary), go around and tightly  
fasten each of the screws.  
1
Pedal Board  
2
3
Stabilizer  
(right)  
Be careful when assembling the DP-900, so as to avoid  
scratching the side boards.  
1: Attachment screw (M6 x 20mm) x10  
2: Stabilizer screw (M4 x 16mm) x6  
3: Cord clamp x3  
When securing the screws, lay the entire unit sideways  
with the rear side of the DP-900 at the bottom.  
1. Secure the left side board to the speaker box  
with the screws (in two places).  
Attach so that the speaker cable at the rear of the speaker  
box is directed to the right.  
fig.st1.e  
Attachment screw  
Speaker box  
Side board left  
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5. Put the Pedal Board on the stabilizer.  
2. Secure the right side board to the speaker box  
with the screws (in two places).  
When putting the Pedal Board on the stabilizer, first  
loosen the screws securing the speaker box to the side  
boards.  
fig.st2.e  
Attachment screw  
fig.st5.e  
Loosen the screws  
(in four places).  
Side board right  
Pedal Board  
3. Set the stabilizer in the holes in the side boards  
(in six places).  
fig.st3.e  
6. Secure the Pedal Board to the side boards with  
the attachment screws (in two places).  
Retighten the screws loosened in Step 5.  
fig.st6.e  
Stabilizer  
screws  
Take care not to attach the left and right stabilizer to the  
Attachment  
screws  
wrong sides.  
fig.st900SAP  
To stabilize the pedals  
Temporarily loosen the screws that fasten the pedal board.  
Step on the pedal, and after verifying that the pedal is in firm  
contact with the floor, re-tighten the screws firmly.  
4. Raise the entire assembly.  
When standing the assembled unit up, grasp near the  
speaker box and center part of the DP-900, and gently  
raise the assembly.  
fig.st4  
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7. Lay the DP-900's keyboard onto the stand and  
10.As necessary, affix cord clamps as shown in  
secure it with the screws (in four places).  
the diagram to fasten the pedal cable.  
fig.st9.e  
Place the keyboard so that it is centered, both front to  
back and left to right.  
Cord Clamps  
*
Take care not to allow your hands to become caught when  
holding the keyboard.  
fig.st7.e  
Pedal Cord  
Attachment  
screws  
When Moving the Instrument  
Disconnect the AC cord and cables from the DP-900.  
Then lift the piano while keeping it level, and move it with  
care, so that you do not drop it on your feet, or get your hands  
caught.  
Check the stability of the pedal, and make adjustments as  
necessary.  
8. Connect the speaker cable extending from the  
rear of the speaker box to the DP-900’s speaker  
connector.  
When Disassembling  
Disassemble the unit by carrying out assembly Steps 1-10 in  
reverse order.  
Press the speaker cable completely into the connector so  
that it is securely fastened.  
When Changing the Orientation of the  
Speaker Box  
fig.st8.e  
DP-900 Rear  
Be sure to completely disassemble the unit, change the  
speaker box orientation, then reassemble it.  
Clip Portion  
Speaker Connecter  
Speaker cable  
Hold and insert the cable so that  
the clip portion extends into the  
stand and is securely connected.  
9. Connect the pedal cables to the Pedal [Damper]  
jack and [Soft] jack.  
Connect the brown plug to the Damper jack, and the  
black plug to the Soft jack.  
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Panel Descriptions  
Front Panel  
fig.panel  
2
3 4 5 6  
7
8
9
10 1112 1314 15 16  
1
1
2
3
4
5
[Power] switch  
10 [Metronome] button  
Turns the power on/off (p. 14).  
Activates the built-in metronome (p. 19).  
pressing other specified button, you can make settings for  
[Volume] knob  
Adjusts the volume level (p. 14).  
[Brilliance] button  
11 [Beat] button  
Adjusts the tone brightness (p. 14).  
[Transpose] button  
12 [Song/Tempo] Button  
Plays back the internal songs (p. 15).  
Each time you press this button, the song number and the  
tempo will be displayed alternately.  
[Split] button  
allowing you to play a different sound in each area (p.  
18).  
Recorder  
13 [Play] button  
6
7
[Reverb] button  
Adds reverberation to the sound (p. 21).  
Starts and stops playback of internal songs and recorded  
performances (p. 15, p. 24).  
Tone buttons  
They are used to choose the kinds of tones (tone groups)  
played by the keyboard (p. 16).  
14 [Rec] button  
Puts the DP-900 in recording-standby mode (p. 26–p. 30).  
8
9
Display  
15 [1] [2] buttons  
Displays information such as the song number, tempo,  
beat, and parameter settings values.  
Plays back or records a performance separately for each  
hand. (p. 25, p. 28–p. 30).  
[+] [-] buttons  
This button and the following [2] button are collectively  
referred to as the “track buttons.”  
Allows you to select the value of various settings. Pressing  
both the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously returns the  
setting of a particular item or function to its original value.  
16 [Key Touch] button  
Modifies the playing feel of the keyboard (p. 23).  
Rear Panel  
fig.RearPanel  
3
4
Input jacks  
1
2
3
4
5
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 DP-900’s speakers (p. 34).  
4 Output jacks  
1
2
MIDI connectors  
Allows you to output the piano’s sound to sound  
reinforcement equipment to obtain a more powerful  
sound. These can also be connected to a tape recorder or  
other recording device to record a performance (p. 34).  
Connect to external MIDI devices to exchange  
performance data (p. 34).  
Pedal connectors  
Connect the pedal to this connector (p. 8).  
5
5 DC In connector  
Connect the supplied AC adaptor to this connector (p. 11).  
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Main Features..............................................................5  
Assembly Procedure.............................................6  
Erasing a Song..................................................... 30  
Panel Descriptions......................................... 9  
Closing the Lid.....................................................13  
Turning Off the Power........................................14  
Changing Various Settings..........................31  
Making Detailed Settings (Function).................... 31  
(Master Tuning) .................................................. 31  
Applying the Damper Pedal to the Left-hand  
Preventing the Settings from Changing During  
Performance ............................................................. 33  
Tone Lock ............................................................ 33  
What’s MIDI? ...................................................... 34  
Changing the Metronome Sound......................21  
Adding Reverberation to the Sound (Reverb) .....21  
Changing the Amount of Effect Applied.........21  
Transposing the Key of the Keyboard (Transpose)......22  
Adjusting the Keyboard Touch (Key Touch) .......23  
Easy Operation List..................................43  
MIDI Implementation Chart......................44  
Main Specifications..................................45  
INDEX.........................................................46  
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Before You Start Playing  
927  
Connect the AC Adaptor  
921  
Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you  
may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the  
surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device or  
the metal portions of other objects connected to it. This is due  
to an infinitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely  
harmless. However, if you are concerned about this, connect  
the ground terminal (see figure) with an external ground.  
When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur,  
depending on the particulars of your installation. If you are  
unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland  
Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed  
on the “Information” page.  
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other  
devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power  
on all devices before making any connections.  
1. Connect the supplied AC adaptor and AC cord.  
fig.00-02.e  
AC cord  
AC adaptor  
2. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC In connector  
Unsuitable places for connection  
on the rear panel.  
Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)  
Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)  
Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be  
dangerous in the event of lightning)  
3. As shown in the diagram, loop the AC adaptor  
cord around the cord hook to fasten it in place.  
fig.00-01.e  
Rear panel  
Cord hook  
ground terminal  
4. Plug the AC cord into a power outlet.  
As necessary, clamp the AC adaptor cord with the cord  
clamps (p. 8).  
924  
To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit  
(should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid  
applying undue stress to the AC adaptor jack, anchor the  
power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration  
above.  
Even if the cord is fastened, strong tension applied to the cord  
may cause it to be damaged or broken. Be careful not to pull  
the cord accidentally, or to apply strong pressure to it.  
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Before You Start Playing  
About the Pedals  
Connecting Headphones  
(Sold Separately)  
The DP-900 has two jacks for plugging in headphones. This  
For more on connecting the DP-900's pedals, refer to p. 8.  
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  
Pedal Functions  
fig.pedal.e  
others around you, even at night.  
fig.00-08  
Soft Pedal  
Soft Pedal  
Damper Pedal  
This pedal is used to make the sound softer.  
Playing with the soft pedal depressed produces a sound that is  
not as strong as when otherwise played with the equivalent  
strength.  
Connect the headphones to either of the  
headphone jacks.  
The headphone volume is adjusted by the [Volume] knob  
of the DP-900.  
This is the same function as the left pedal of an acoustic piano.  
Some tones are affected less than others.  
Damper Pedal  
Use stereo headphones that have a 1/4” phone plug.  
Use this pedal to sustain the sound.  
While the pedal is depressed, long lingering reverberations  
continue to be added to the sound after you release from the  
keys.  
Some notes on using headphones  
To prevent damage to the cord, handle the headphones  
only by the headset or the plug.  
This is the same function as the right pedal of an acoustic  
piano.  
Connecting the headphones when the volume of  
connected equipment is turned up may result in damage  
to the headphones. Lower the volume on the DP-900  
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.  
Unplugging a pedal cord from the unit while the power is on  
may cause the pedal’s effect to be applied without stopping.  
The power of the DP-900 must be turned off before inserting  
or removing a pedal cord.  
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Before You Start Playing  
Opening and Closing the Lid  
Closing the Lid  
1. When closing the lid, be sure to close the music  
rest and open the blind.  
fig.lidclose1  
Always use two hands to open and close the lid.  
Although the DP-900's lid is designed to close slowly and  
gently when it is released, the lid immediately closes if it has  
been opened only slightly. Take care not to allow your fingers  
to become pinched by the lid.  
Blind  
Music Rest  
Opening the Lid  
1. Grasp and lift the lid with both hands.  
fig.lidopen1  
2. Grasp and gently lower the lid with both hands.  
fig.lidclose2  
2. Close the blind and open the music rest as  
shown in the figure.  
fig.lidopen2  
Blind  
Music Rest  
Adult supervision is recommended whenever small children  
use the unit.  
If you need to move the piano, make sure the lid is closed first  
to prevent accidents. In addition, do not hold onto the lid  
when moving or setting up the instrument.  
When opening and closing the lid, take care not to allow your  
fingers to become pinched in the gap.  
fig.lidcaution  
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Before You Start Playing  
Turning the Power On and Off Adjusting the Sound’s Volume  
and Brilliance  
Turning On the Power  
Turn the [Volume] knob to adjust the overall  
941  
volume.  
Press the [Brilliance] button to adjust the  
Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to  
brightness of the sound.  
your various devices in the order specified. By turning on  
Select one of the three available settings to obtain the desired  
devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction  
brilliance.  
and/or damage to speakers and other devices.  
[Brilliance]  
button’s indicator  
Brilliance  
Off  
Lit in red  
Lit in  
green  
Bright  
1. Turn the [Volume] knob completely to the left to  
lower the volume to the minimum level.  
Medium  
Mellow  
fig.00-04  
fig.00-07.e  
2. Push the [Power] switch to turn on the DP-900.  
Min  
Max  
After a few seconds, the unit becomes operable and  
playing the keyboard produces sound.  
Adjust the volume to obtain the proper volume level.  
Raising the volume excessively may cause the sound to  
distort. Enjoy the piano at an appropriate volume level.  
fig.00-05.e  
Lower position  
ON  
942  
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.  
Turning Off the Power  
1. Turn the [Volume] knob completely to the left to  
lower the volume to the minimum level.  
fig.00-04  
2. Push the [Power] switch to turn off the DP-900.  
fig.00-06  
Upper position  
OFF  
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Enjoying the Internal Songs  
Listening to Internal Songs  
The DP-900 comes with 65 piano songs onboard.  
“Playing Along with the  
Internal Songs” (p. 24)  
“Internal Song List” (p. 41)  
Playing Back All Songs Continuously (All Song Play)  
The internal songs can be played back consecutively.  
fig.panel1-1  
1
2
1.  
Hold down the [Song/Tempo] button, and press the [Play]  
button.  
The [Song/Tempo] button’s indicator will light, the [Play] button’s indicator  
will blink, and the songs will play back successively, starting with the  
currently selected song.  
The song number appears in the display.  
You can press the [+] or [-] button to select the song that you want to play back.  
When all songs have been played, playback will return to the first song and resume.  
When you play back an  
internal song, the reverb  
effect will automatically be  
turned on (the button’s  
indicator lights).  
2.  
To stop the performance, press the [Play] button once more.  
When an internal song is  
played back, the  
metronome sounds the  
ordinary metronome sound.  
Choosing the song to play back  
fig.panel1-2  
2
1 3, 4  
1.  
Press the [Song/Tempo] button, getting its indicator to light in  
red.  
The song number appears in the display.  
fig.disp-USr  
2.  
Press the [+] or [-] button to select a song.  
About the display for the  
internal songs  
Holding down the button causes the numbers to change  
continuously.  
USr (user)…The location  
where you can record your  
performance. (For details  
on recording p. 27)  
Numbers with a “d.”  
internal songs.  
3.  
4.  
Press the [Play] button.  
The button’s indicator will light, and the selected song will play.  
To stop the performance, press the [Play] button once more.  
The button’s indicator goes out, and playback stops.  
he next time you press the [Play] button, the song that was stopped is played  
from the beginning.  
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Playing the Keyboard  
Performing with a Variety of Sounds  
The DP-900 contains 20 different internal tones. The tones are organized into  
five tone groups, which are assigned to the Tone buttons.  
fig.panel2-1  
1
2
Selecting a tone group  
For more details, refer to  
“Tone List” (p. 40).  
1.  
Press any Tone button.  
The indicator of the button you pressed will light.  
When you play the keyboard, you will hear a sound in the selected tone  
group.  
Selecting variation tones  
2.  
Press the [Variation] button.  
Four different tones (numbered 1–4) are assigned to each Tone button. Use  
the [Variation] button to select among them.  
Each time you press the [Variation] button, the button’s indicator will change  
color, and the four sounds will be selected successively.  
When Dual play is used,  
only sound number 1 or 2  
can be selected.  
Tone number  
[Variation] button’s indicator  
1
2
Red  
3
4
If you use Dual play with a  
Tone button for which  
tone number 3 or 4 is  
selected, tone number 1  
will be selected for that  
Tone button.  
Dark  
Green  
Orange  
Some of the number 3 and 4 tones form pairs, which can be layered and  
sounded together.  
The tone you’ve selected is heard when you finger the keyboard.  
The sound can tend to  
distort easily with certain  
tones and at certain  
volume levels.  
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Playing the Keyboard  
Playing Two Sounds Together (Dual Play)  
Simultaneously playing two tones when one key is pressed is called “Dual  
play.”  
When Dual play is used,  
the [Variation] button’s  
indicator will light to  
indicate the selection of the  
right button of the two  
selected tones.  
1.  
Simultaneously press the two Tone buttons that you want to  
play together.  
The indicator of the button you pressed will light.  
When you play the keyboard, the tones of the two Tone buttons you selected  
will sound simultaneously.  
To cancel Dual play, press any Tone button.  
To change the tone of the right button of the two selected  
tones  
When Dual play is used,  
only sound number 1 or 2  
can be selected. If you use  
Dual play with a Tone  
button for which tone  
number 3 or 4 is selected,  
tone number 1 will be  
selected for that Tone  
button.  
Press the [Variation] button.  
Dual play now features the tone of the left side’s tone button along with the  
newly selected tone.  
To change the tone of the left button of the two selected  
tones  
Cancel the Dual play, and then re-select the tone.  
Adjusting the Volume Balance in Dual Play  
You can change the volume balance between the two layered sounds in Dual  
play.  
fig.panel2-2  
1
2
1.  
2.  
Hold down the [Transpose] button and press the [Split] button.  
The indicators of the buttons you pressed will blink.  
The current volume balance appears in the display.  
When the power is turned  
on, this will be set to “8-2”  
(volume of the left button  
tone - volume of the right  
button tone).  
Press the [+] or [-] button to change the value.  
The volume balance changes.  
To return to the original volume balance, press the [+] and [-] buttons  
simultaneously.  
fig.disp-dualbal.e  
Volume of the left button tone  
Volume of the right button tone  
Press the [Transpose] or [Split] button, and the button’s indicator will return  
to the previous state.  
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Playing the Keyboard  
Playing Different Tones with the Left  
and Right Hands (Split Play)  
The split point key is  
included in the left-hand  
keyboard area.  
Dividing the keyboard into right-hand and left-hand areas, then playing different  
sounds in each is called “Split play.” The boundary key is called the “split point.”  
fig.splitpoint.e  
Split Point (set to F 3, when the power is turned on.)  
If you use Split play with a  
Tone button for which  
tone numbers 3 or 4  
selected, tone number 1  
will be selected for that  
Tone button.  
A0 B0 C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 A1 B1 C2  
C3  
C4  
C5  
B7 C8  
When Split play is used,  
only tone numbers 1 or 2  
can be selected.  
Left-hand Tone  
Right-hand Tone  
fig.panel2-3  
1
1.  
Press the [Split] button.  
The button’s indicator will light.  
When using Dual play,  
press the [Split] button  
The right hand will play the  
tone of the left button of  
Dual play, and the left hand  
will play a suitable match  
for the right-hand tone.  
The keyboard is divided into right-hand and left-hand areas.  
The tone you were playing before you pressed the [Split] button will be  
selected for the right-hand area.  
To cancel Split play, press the [Split] button, getting its indicator to go dark.  
Changing tone played by the left hand  
Press the [Variation] button.  
Each time you press the [Variation] button, the button’s indicator will change  
color, and the left-hand tone will change.  
For information about the  
tones that can be selected for  
the left hand section, refer to  
the “Tone List” (p. 40).  
Some tones assign the tone that had been selected before you pressed the  
[Split] button to the left hand area of the keyboard.  
The selected left hand tone  
is remembered for each  
Tone button. When you  
turn off the power, it will  
return to the original  
setting.  
Changing tone played by the right hand  
Press the Tone button.  
The tone of the right-hand area will change. A tone that is a suitable match  
for the right-hand tone will be selected for the left-hand area.  
If you want to change the variation for the right-hand tone, cancel Split play  
and then re-select the tone.  
keyboard. If you want the  
damper pedal to be applied  
to the left-hand area, refer  
to “Applying the Damper  
Pedal to the Left-hand  
Keyboard Area” (p. 33)  
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Playing the Keyboard  
Changing the Keyboard’s Split Point  
You can change the location where the keyboard is divided (the split point)  
within the range of B1 through B6.  
The setting is at “F#3” when the piano is powered up.  
The split point key is  
displayed as follows.  
Display  
C
C
d_  
d
E_  
E
1.  
While continuing to hold the [Split] button, press the key that  
you want to specify as the split point.  
Letter  
name  
D
D
The key you pressed becomes the split point, and belongs to the left-hand  
section of the keyboard.  
You can also change the setting by pressing the [+] or [-] button while  
continuing to hold down the [Split] button.  
Display  
E
F
F
G
G
b
Letter  
name  
E
F
F
Display  
A_  
A
A
A
b_  
B
Letter  
name  
B
If you hold down the [Split] button and simultaneously press the [+] and [-]  
buttons, the setting will return to its original value (F#3).  
When you continue  
holding the [Split] button,  
the currently specified  
split point will be  
displayed.  
fig.disp-splitpoint  
Using Metronome  
Sounding the Metronome  
The DP-900 features a built-in metronome.  
While a song plays back, the metronome will sound at the tempo and time  
signature (Beat) of that song.  
fig.panel2-4  
2, 4 1, 5 3  
Sounding the metronome  
1.  
Press the [Metronome] button.  
The metronome will sound.  
The button flashes in red and green in time with the beat selected at that time.  
The indicator lights in red on the downbeats, and in green on weak beats.  
Changing the tempo  
2.  
Press the [+] or [-] button to adjust the tempo.  
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Playing the Keyboard  
Changing the beat of metronome  
3.  
Press the [Beat] button.  
The currently selected beat will be displayed.  
Press the [+] or [-] button.  
4.  
It is not possible to change  
the beat during song  
If you press the [+] or [-] button, the beat will change.  
If you press the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously, the beat will go back to  
what it was before you changed it.  
playback or recording.  
fig.disp-beat  
Display  
2.2  
0.4  
2.4  
3.4  
beat  
2/2  
Only weak beats  
2/4  
3/4  
4/4  
5/4  
Display  
6.4  
7.4  
3.8  
6.8  
beat  
6/4  
7/4  
3/8  
6/8  
9/8  
12/8  
Correspondence between  
beat and tempo display  
4.4  
5.4  
9.8  
12.8  
Beat  
2/2  
Tempo Value  
=10–125  
Stopping the metronome  
x/4  
=20–250  
x /8  
=40–500  
5.  
Once again press the [Metronome] button, getting its indicator  
to go dark.  
The metronome will stop.  
Changing the Metronome Volume  
The volume of the metronome can be adjusted, with eight volume levels  
available.  
This is set to “4” when the  
instrument is turned on.  
1.  
Hold down the [Metronome] button and press the [+] or [-]  
button.  
The currently specified volume will be displayed.  
Continue to hold down the [Metronome] button, and press the [+] or [-]  
button to sound the metronome, and change the volume.  
When you hold down the  
[Metronome] button, the  
currently specified  
metronome volume will be  
displayed.  
fig.disp-metrovol  
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Playing the Keyboard  
Changing the Metronome Sound  
1.  
Hold down the [Beat] button and press the [+] or [-] button.  
The currently specified sound number will displayed.  
This is set to “t. 1” when the  
instrument is turned on.  
Continue to hold down the [Beat] button, and press the [+] or [-] button to  
sound the metronome, and change the metronome sound.  
When you hold down the  
[Beat] button, the currently  
specified sound number  
will be displayed.  
fig.disp-metrotone  
Display  
beat  
t. 1  
t. 2  
t. 3  
t. 4  
Ordinary metronome sound  
Dog and cat cries  
A voice counting “1, 2, 3” in English  
A voice counting “1, 2, 3” in Japanese  
When an internal song is  
played back, the metronome  
sounds the ordinary  
metronome sound.  
When a recorded  
performance is played  
back, the metronome  
sounds the sound that was  
selected when the  
Adding Reverberation to the Sound  
(Reverb)  
By applying the reverb effect you can produce a pleasant reverberation,  
recording was made.  
making it sound as though you were performing in a concert hall.  
fig.panel2-5  
1
1.  
Press the [Reverb] button.  
The button’s indicator will light, and a reverb effect will be applied to the  
The reverb effect setting for  
each tone is not remembered.  
sound.  
To cancel the reverb effect, press the [Reverb] button, getting its indicator to  
go dark.  
When you play back an  
internal song, the reverb  
effect will automatically be  
turned on (the button’s  
indicator lights).  
Changing the Amount of Effect Applied  
The depth of the reverb effect can be adjusted over eight steps.  
When the power is turned on, reverb is set to “4.”  
1.  
Hold down the [Reverb] button and press the [+] or [-] button.  
The currently specified value will be displayed.  
When you hold down the  
[Reverb] button, the currently  
specified reverb depth value  
will be displayed.  
Higher values will produce a deeper effect.  
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Playing the Keyboard  
Transposing the Key of the Keyboard  
(Transpose)  
By using the “Transpose function,” you can transpose your performance  
without changing the notes you play. For example, even if the song is in a  
difficult key with numerous sharps ( ) or flats ( ), you can transpose it to  
a key that is easier for you to play.  
When accompanying a vocalist, you can easily transpose the pitch to a range  
that is comfortable for the singer, while still playing the notes as written (i.e.,  
with the same fingering positions).  
fig.panel2-6  
1
1.  
Continue to hold down the [Transpose] button, and press a note  
to indicate the tonic of the key to which you want to transpose.  
When you hold down the  
[Transpose] button, the  
currently specified value  
will be displayed.  
The button’s indicator will light, and the keyboard will be transposed.  
You can also transpose by holding down the [Transpose] button and pressing  
the [+] or [-] button.  
If you hold down the [Transpose] button and press the [+] and [-] buttons  
simultaneously, the setting will return to the original value (0).  
This can be set in a range of -6–0–5 (semitone steps).  
For example, if you want the E pitch to sound when you play the C key, hold  
down the [Transpose] button and press the E key.  
Counting from C as a reference point, one moves up four keys, including the  
black keys, to reach E, thus “4” appears in the display.  
fig.trans.e  
If you play C E G  
It will sound E G#  
B
When the transpose value is set to “0,” the button’s indicator will remain dark  
even if you press the [Transpose] button.  
To cancel the transpose function, press the [Transpose] button, extinguishing  
its indicator.  
When you press the [Transpose] button once again, getting its indicator to  
light, the keyboard will be transposed to the note you specified here.  
This setting returns to the  
original value (0) when  
you turn off the power.  
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Playing the Keyboard  
Adjusting the Keyboard Touch  
(Key Touch)  
You can adjust the touch (playing feel) of the keyboard.  
fig.panel2-7  
1
1.  
Press the [Key Touch] button.  
The button’s indicator will light, and the feel of the keyboard will change.  
Each time you press the [Key Touch] button, the button’s indicator will  
change color, and the feel of the keyboard will change.  
Indicator  
Settings  
OFF  
Medium  
Heavy  
This allows you to play using the most natu-  
ral touch. This is the closest to the touch of an  
acoustic piano.  
Red  
Fortissimo (ff) cannot be produced unless  
you play more strongly than usual, making  
the keyboard feel heavier. Dynamic fingering  
adds even more feeling to what you play.  
Fortissimo (ff) can be produced by playing  
less strongly than usual, making the key-  
board feel lighter. This setting makes it easy  
to play, even for children.  
Green  
Orange  
Light  
Fixed  
Sounds at a fixed volume, regardless of your  
keyboard playing strength.  
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Playing Along with the Internal Songs  
Here’s how you can play along with the internal songs.  
separately.  
Before you try playing the song, listen to it several times to get a general feel  
for the song.  
For details on operation, refer to “Choosing the song to play back” (p. 15).  
If you turn on the  
metronome while the song  
plays back, the metronome  
Changing the Tempo  
will sound at the beat and  
If the song has a rapid tempo, you can slow down the tempo so that you can  
practice it more easily. It is effective to gradually raise the tempo as you practice.  
tempo of the song.  
fig.panel3-1  
2
1
1.  
Press the [Song/Tempo] button, getting its indicator to light in  
green.  
Indication of the tempo  
during song playback  
While the song is playing, the  
initial tempo of the song will  
continue to be displayed,  
regardless of tempo changes  
during the song.  
The tempo appears in the display.  
Each time you press the [Song/Tempo] button, the tempo and the currently  
selected song number (prefixed by “d.”) will be displayed alternately.  
While the tempo is displayed, the [Song/Tempo] button indicator will light  
in green.  
While the song number is displayed, it will light in red.  
2.  
Press the [+] or [-] button to adjust the tempo.  
The tempo can be adjusted in a range of =20–250.  
You can also change the tempo during playback.  
About the display for the  
internal songs  
Pressing the [+] button once increases the tempo by one unit. Holding down  
the button increases the tempo continuously.  
Pressing the [-] button once decreases the tempo by one unit. Holding down  
the button makes the tempo change (slow down) continuously.  
If you press the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously, you will return to the  
basic tempo of the song (the tempo before you modified it).  
USr (user) …The location  
where you can record your  
performance. (For details  
on recording p. 27)  
Numbers with a “d.”  
…internal songs.  
Adding a Count-in to Match the Timing (Count-In)  
When you’re playing along with a song, you can make sure that your playing  
is in time with the song by sounding a count before the song starts playing.  
Sounding a “count sound” leading up to playback of a song is called “Count-  
In.”  
During the count-in, the  
count measure is indicated  
“-1.”  
On the DP-900, if you playback a song while the metronome is sounding, two  
measures of lead-in count will be heard at the beginning of the song.  
“Sounding the  
metronome” (p. 19)  
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Playing Along with the Internal Songs  
Playing Each Hand Separately  
The internal songs allow you to select the performance part that will be  
played back.  
The left-hand performance of the internal songs is assigned to the [1] button,  
while the right-hand performance is assigned to the [2] button. The place  
where each part of the performance is held is called a “track,” and the [1] and  
[2] buttons are called “track buttons.”  
Track buttons  
Left-hand Right-hand  
Part  
Part  
fig.trackbuttons.e  
Here’s how to practice each hand separately along with the song.  
fig.panel3-2  
1
2, 3  
First select the song that you want to play back (p. 15).  
Selecting the part that you yourself will play  
1.  
Press the [1] or [2] button.  
The indicator of the button you’ve pressed goes out, and the sound of the  
selected part will no longer be heard.  
For example, if you want to practice the right hand, press button [2] and get  
its indicator to go dark.  
When you play back the song, the right-hand performance will not sound.  
Practice your right-hand performance along with the left-hand playback.  
Playing back a song  
2.  
Press the [Play] button.  
The song will begin playing back.  
The part you selected in step 1 will not sound.  
Once again press the button you selected in step 1. The button’s indicator will  
light, and the sound will be heard once again.  
Even while the song is playing, you can press the track buttons to mute or un-  
mute the sound.  
Stopping the song  
3.  
Press the [Play] button.  
The song will stop.  
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Recording Your Performance  
You can easily record your performances.  
New Song” (p. 27))  
• Recording along with an internal song (“Recording Along with a  
Song” (p. 28))  
• Recording each hand separately (“Selecting and Recording the  
Track for Each Hand Separately” (p. 29))  
Notes Regarding Recording  
• Recorded performances are erased when the power is turned off. If  
you want to keep your performance, you can either record it on an  
external audio device, or use an external MIDI device to save the  
performance data on a floppy disk. For details, refer to “Connecting  
External Devices” (p. 34).  
If you see the following...  
If you attempt to record using a different internal song when a performance  
has already been recorded, the following will appear, and the [Rec] button’s  
indicator will blink.  
fig.disp-del  
If it is OK to erase the performance, press the [Rec] button.  
If you do not want to erase the performance, press the [Play] button.  
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Recording Your Performance  
Recording a New Song  
Record only the keyboard performance without playing along with an  
internal song.  
fig.panel4-1  
2
4
1 6, 7, 8 5, 7  
3
Recording settings (select “USr”)  
1.  
Press the [Song/Tempo] button, getting its indicator to light in  
red.  
The song number appears in the display.  
If you layer a newly  
2.  
the display.  
recorded performance  
without erasing the  
recorded song, the song  
tempo and beat will be  
stored with the settings  
that were recorded first.  
Specifying the tone and tempo for recording  
3.  
4.  
Select the tone that you want to play (p. 16).  
If necessary, turn on the metronome.  
Sound the metronome while you set the tempo and beat of the song (p. 19).  
5.  
Press the [Rec] button.  
The [Rec] button’s indicator will light, the [Play] button’s indicator will blink,  
and you will be in recording-standby mode.  
About the “USr” display  
When you stop recording,  
the “  
” display will  
”.  
Start recording  
change to “  
6.  
Recording will start when you either press the [Play] button or  
The “.” in the lower right  
of the display indicates  
that there is already a  
recorded performance.  
play the keyboard.  
The DP-900 counts down two measures, then recording starts.  
Note that recording will also begin as soon as you play anything on the  
keyboard, even if you do not press the [Play] button. There is no count sound  
played when you start in this manner.  
When recording begins, the [Play] button and [Rec] button indicators will  
light.  
Go ahead and perform on the keyboard.  
If you record without  
specifying the recording  
track, the performance will  
be recorded to the [1] button.  
Stop recording  
7.  
Press the [Play] or [Rec] button.  
separately on separate  
recording tracks, refer to  
“Selecting and Recording  
the Track for Each Hand  
Separately” (p. 29).  
The indicators for the [Play] and [Rec] buttons will go dark.  
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Recording Your Performance  
Play back the recorded performance  
8.  
Press the [Play] button.  
When a recorded  
You will hear the recorded performance.  
Once again press the [Play] button, and playback will stop.  
performance is played  
back, the metronome  
sounds the sound that was  
selected when the  
Recording Along with a Song  
recording was made.  
You can record a performance that you play along with an internal song.  
Using the [1] or [2] buttons, you can (for example) perform and record just the  
righthand part of a song while listening to the left-hand playback of an  
internal song.  
fig.panel4-2  
2
3
1 6, 7, 8 4, 7 5  
Selecting the song to record  
1.  
Press the [Song/Tempo] button, getting its indicator to light in  
red.  
The display will indicate the song number.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Use the [+] or [-] button to select the song that you want to play.  
As necessary, set the metronome and tempo (p. 19).  
Press the [Rec] button.  
The [Rec] button’s indicator will light.  
Selecting the track to record  
If “dEL” appears in the  
display, refer to p. 26.  
5.  
Press the [1] or [2] button.  
When you want to record the left-hand performance, press the [1] button; to  
record that of the right hand, press the [2] button.  
The indicators of the button you pressed and of the [Play] button will blink,  
and the DP-900 enters recording-standby mode.  
Starting to record  
6.  
Press the [Play] button.  
Recording begins after two measures of count sound.  
Play along with the song.  
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Recording Your Performance  
Stop recording  
7.  
Press the [Play] or [Rec] button.  
Recording will stop, and the indicators for the [Play] and [Rec] buttons will  
go dark.  
The recorded performance is stored in “USr (User).”  
Play back the recorded performance  
When a recorded  
8.  
Press the [Play] button.  
performance is played  
back, the metronome  
sounds the ordinary  
metronome sound.  
You will hear the recorded performance.  
Once again press the [Play] button, and playback will stop.  
Selecting and Recording the Track  
for Each Hand Separately  
The recorder of the DP-900 has two recording tracks, allowing you to record  
the right and left hands separately. Use the [1] button or [2] button to specify  
the recording track.  
If you want to re-do the recording, you can re-record just a specific track.  
fig.panel4-3  
1
4, 5, 6 2, 5  
3
As described in steps 1 and 2 of “Recording a New Song” (p. 27), select “USr”  
before you continue.  
1.  
2.  
As necessary, turn on the metronome (p. 19).  
Press the [Rec] button.  
If you go on to record  
additional material  
without erasing the  
recorded song, the song  
tempo, beat, and  
The [Rec] button’s indicator will light.  
The button indicators of tracks that are already recorded will light.  
The track button for which you will next be recording will be blinking.  
metronome settings of the  
original recording will be  
used for the new material  
as well.  
Selecting the track to record  
3.  
Press the [1] or [2] button to select the track that you want to record.  
The indicator of the button you pressed will blink, and the DP-900 enters  
recording standby mode.  
The track buttons allow  
you to record to either the  
[1] or the [2] button, one at  
a time.  
Start recording  
4.  
Press the [Play] button.  
The DP-900 counts down two measures, then recording starts.  
Note that recording will also begin as soon as you play anything on the  
keyboard, even if you do not press the [Play] button. There is no count sound  
played when you start in this manner.  
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Recording Your Performance  
Stop recording  
5.  
Press the [Play] or [Rec] button.  
Recording will stop, and the indicators for the [Play] and [Rec] buttons will  
go dark.  
Your performance has been recorded to the specified track button.  
If you want to record on the other track, return to step 2 to record your  
performance again. You can record while you listen to the previously  
recorded performance.  
Play back the recorded performance  
When a recorded  
6.  
Press the [Play] button.  
performance is played  
back, the metronome  
sounds the sound that was  
selected when the  
You will hear the recorded performance.  
Press the [Play] button once again, and playback will stop.  
recording was made.  
Erasing Recorded Performances  
You can erase a recorded performance.  
Erasing a Performance from the Specified Track  
You can select a recorded track and erase it.  
1.  
Hold down either the [1] or [2] button and press the [Rec]  
button.  
The indicator of the button you pressed will go dark, and the performance of  
the selected track will be erased.  
Erasing a Song  
You can erase a song you’ve recorded.  
1.  
Hold down the [Song/Tempo] button and press the [Rec] button.  
The following display will appear, and the [Rec] button’s indicator will blink.  
fig.disp-del  
2.  
Once again press the [Rec] button.  
The recorded performance is erased.  
If you decide not to erase the performance, press the [Play] or [Song/Tempo]  
button.  
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Changing Various Settings  
Changing the Damper Pedal’s  
Button  
[Piano]  
[E. Piano]  
[Harpsichord]  
[Organ]  
Function  
Master Tuning  
Temperament  
Stretch Tuning  
Applying the damper  
pedal to the left-hand  
keyboard area  
MIDI send channel  
Local Control  
Page  
p. 31  
p. 32  
p. 32  
p. 33  
Resonance  
On an acoustic piano, depressing the damper pedal makes the  
notes you play resonate with other strings, adding rich  
reverberations and fatness to the sound. The damper pedal on  
the DP-900 recreates this resonance (sympathetic resonance)  
when depressed.  
[Strings]  
[Variation]  
[Play]  
p. 35  
p. 36  
p. 36  
Transmitting a recorded  
performance  
You can select from eight levels of depth for the resonant  
sound (resonance level).  
For details on each function, refer to the explanations  
below.  
This is set to “5” when the instrument is turned on.  
*
This setting is valid only for some piano tones. It cannot be  
made for other tones.  
3. Press the [+] or [-] button to change the value.  
If you press the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously, the  
value will return to the power-up default setting.  
1. Hold down the [Reverb] button and [Split]  
button, and press the [-] or [+] button.  
The currently specified value will be displayed.  
How to exit function mode  
Larger values will produce a deeper effect.  
fig.disp-reso  
4. Press the [Metronome] or [Beat] button.  
The button’s indicator will return to the previous state.  
Tuning to Other Instruments’  
Pitches (Master Tuning)  
In situations such as when playing ensemble with other  
instruments, you can tune the DP-900’s reference pitch to the  
refers to the pitch of the note that’s played when you finger  
the middle A key. This tuning of all the instruments to a  
standard pitch is called “tuning.”  
Making Detailed Settings  
(Function)  
You can make performance-related settings such as tuning  
and temperament.  
If you press the [Piano] button in step 2 of “Making Detailed  
Settings (Function)” (p. 31), a display like the following will  
How to enter function mode  
1. Hold down the [Metronome] button, and press  
appear.  
fig.disp-tune  
the [Beat] button.  
The indicators of the buttons you pressed will blink, and  
you will enter function mode.  
The display will indicate the value of the currently  
selected function.  
The last three digits are indicated in the display. “440.0 Hz” is  
indicated in the figure above.  
Setting the various functions  
Value  
415.3 Hz-440.0 Hz-466.2 Hz  
440.0 Hz  
2. Press the button to which the desired function  
is assigned.  
Power-up default setting  
This setting remains in effect until you turn off the power.  
The indicator of the button you pressed will blink.  
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Changing Various Settings  
Tonic  
Changing the Temperament  
When playing with tuning other than equal temperament, you  
need to specify the keynote for tuning the song to be  
performed (that is, the note that corresponds to C for a major  
key or to A for a minor key).  
You can play classical styles such as Baroque using historic  
temperaments (tuning methods).  
Today, compositions are generally created with equal  
temperament in mind and are played using equal  
variety of temperaments were used. Playing a composition  
with its original tuning lets you enjoy the sonorities of the  
chords that the composer originally intended.  
While hold down the [E. Piano] button, and press a note to  
specify the desired tonic key.  
The tonic note you specify will be displayed as follows.  
fig.Chart-note2.e  
Display  
C
C
d_  
D
d
E_  
E
E
E
F
F
F
F
G
G
A_  
A
A
A
b_  
B
b
If you press the [E.Piano] button in step 2 of “Making  
Detailed Settings (Function)” (p. 31), a display like the  
Letter  
name  
D
B
following will appear.  
fig.disp-temp.e  
If you choose an equal temperament, there’s no need to select  
a keynote.  
*
*
If you record with a temperament other than equal  
temperament selected, and then want to play back that  
performance, use this setting to select the same temperament  
for playback as the temperament you used when recording.  
Temperament Tonic  
You can choose from among the seven temperaments  
described below.  
When performing in ensemble with other instruments, be  
aware that depending on the key, there may be some shifting of  
the pitch. Tune the DP-900 to the fundamental pitch of the  
other instruments.  
Dis-  
play  
1
Temperament  
Qualities  
Equal  
In this tuning, each octave is di-  
vided into twelve equal steps.  
Every interval produces about  
the same amount of slight disso-  
nance. This setting is in effect  
when you turn on the power.  
This tuning, devised by the phi-  
losopher Pythagoras, eliminates  
dissonance in fourths and fifths.  
Dissonance is produced by  
Setting the Tuning Curve  
(Stretch Tuning)  
A piano is generally tuned to a pitch with a lower bass range  
and a higher treble range than equal temperament. This  
special tuning method for pianos is called “Stretch Tuning.”  
If you press the [Harpsichord] button in step 2 of “Making  
Detailed Settings (Function)” (p. 31), a display like the  
2
Pythagorean  
third-interval chords, but melo-  
dies are euphonious.  
following will appear.  
3
4
Just Major  
Just Minor  
This tuning eliminates ambigu-  
ities in the fifths and thirds. It is  
unsuited to playing melodies  
and cannot be transposed, but is  
capable of beautiful sonorities.  
The Just tunings differ from ma-  
jor and minor keys. You can get  
the same effect with the minor  
scale as with the major scale.  
This scale makes some compro-  
mises in just intonation, enabling  
transposition to other keys.  
This temperament combines the  
Mean Tone and Pythagorean tun-  
ings. Performances are possible  
in all keys (first technique, III).  
This is an improvement of the  
Mean Tone and Just tunings that  
provides a high degree of free-  
dom of modulation. Performanc-  
es are possible in all keys (III).  
fig.disp-On  
Values  
OFF  
This is the standard tuning curve. This is the right  
choice when using Dual play (p. 17), or when playing  
in ensemble with other instruments.  
5
6
Mean Tone  
On  
This tuning curve expands the bass and treble ends  
somewhat. It is suitable for performances such as  
piano solos. This setting is in effect when you turn on  
the power.  
Werckmeister  
Power-up default setting  
On  
7
Kirn-berger  
This effect works only with the piano tones.  
Power-up default setting  
1 C  
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Changing Various Settings  
Applying the Damper Pedal to  
Disabling Everything Except  
When you are using Split play (p. 18), you can apply the  
damper pedal effect to the sound played by the left-hand  
keyboard range.  
The “Panel Lock” function locks the DP-900 in a state where  
only piano performance can be used, and all buttons will be  
disabled. In the Panel Lock state, only the grand piano sound  
can be played.  
If you press the [Organ] button in step 2 of “Making Detailed  
Settings (Function)” (p. 31), a display like the following will  
1. Turn the volume to the minimum, and press the  
appear.  
fig.disp-Off  
[Power] switch to turn off the power.  
2. Hold down the [Piano] button and press the  
[Power] switch to turn on the power.  
Then, continue to hold down these two buttons for a few  
seconds.  
Values  
On  
The damper pedal effect will be applied to the sound  
of the left and right hand keyboard area.  
The following display will appear.  
fig.disp—-  
OFF  
The damper pedal effect will not be applied to the  
sound of the left-hand keyboard area.  
Power-up default setting  
OFF  
All buttons are disabled.  
Adjust the volume.  
Preventing the Settings from  
Changing During Performance  
When you play the keyboard, the grand piano sound will  
be heard.  
To defeat the Panel Lock function, turn the volume down  
to the minimum, and turn on the power once again.  
Tone Lock  
You can set the instrument so all of its buttons are disabled  
(the settings in effect at that time will be maintained). This  
prevents the settings from being inadvertently modified even  
if children press the buttons accidentally.  
1. Hold down the [Brilliance] button and press the  
[Key Touch] button.  
The song or the metronome sound that is playing will  
stop.  
The following will appear in the display:  
fig.disp—-  
All buttons are disabled while the instrument is set like  
this.  
To cancel the Tone Lock function, once again hold down  
the [Brilliance] button while you press the [Key Touch]  
button. Alternatively, you can lower the instrument’s  
volume all the way and switch its power off. Then, turn it  
on again.  
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Connecting External Devices  
Playing the sound of an audio device through the  
Connecting to Audio Equipment  
You can connect audio devices to play the sound of the DP-  
900 through the speakers of your audio system, or to record  
your performance on a tape recorder or other recording  
device.  
speakers of the DP-900  
fig.audio2.e  
Output R/L  
(Line Out, Aux Out)  
When connecting, please use an audio cable with a standard  
phone plug (sold separately).  
DP-900  
Connection Examples  
921  
*
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other  
devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power  
on all devices before making any connections.  
Use the following procedure when turning on the  
power.  
1. Turn on the power of the connected device.  
2. Turn on the power of the DP-900.  
Playing the sound of the DP-900 through the  
speakers of an audio system/Recording the  
performance of the DP-900 on a recording device  
3. Adjust the volume of each device.  
fig.audio1.e  
Input R/L  
(Line In, Aux In)  
Turning off the power  
1. Set the volume of the DP-900 and of the  
connected devices to the minimum position.  
2. Turn off the power to the DP-900.  
DP-900  
3. Turn off the connected equipment.  
Use the following procedure when turning on the  
power.  
Connecting MIDI Devices  
By connecting an external MIDI device and exchanging  
performance data, you can control the performances on one  
device from the other. For instance, you can output sound from  
the other instrument or switch tones on the other instrument.  
1. Turn on the power of the DP-900.  
2. Turn on the power of the connected device.  
3. Adjust the volume of each device.  
When Recording DP-900 Performances on a Recording  
Device  
What’s MIDI?  
MIDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, an  
international standard which allows performance information  
to be communicated among electronic musical instruments  
and computers.  
4. Start recording with the connected device.  
5. Perform on the DP-900.  
6. When the performance ends, stop recording on  
The DP-900 provides MIDI connectors, which allow  
performance data to be exchanged with external devices. When  
these connectors are used to connect the DP-900 to external  
the connected equipment.  
devices, an even wider range of possibilities becomes available.  
984  
*
A separate publication titled “MIDI Implementation” is also  
available. It provides complete details concerning the way  
MIDI has been implemented on this unit. If you should require  
this publication (such as when you intend to carry out byte-  
level programming), please contact the nearest Roland Service  
Center or authorized Roland distributor.  
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Connecting External Devices  
Connection Examples  
Making MIDI-related Settings  
Here’s how you can set the transmit channel and other MIDI-  
921  
*
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other  
devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power  
on all devices before making any connections.  
related settings.  
How to enter function mode  
Playing the DP-900 from a MIDI sequencer/Recording  
an DP-900 performance on a MIDI sequencer  
1. Hold down the [Metronome] button and press  
fig.midi2.e  
the [Beat] button.  
The indicators of the buttons you pressed will blink, and  
you will enter function mode.  
MT Series  
* MT-90s has no MIDI Out connector.  
The display will indicate the value of the currently  
selected function.  
Out  
MIDI  
In  
Setting various functions  
DP-900  
is assigned.  
The indicator of the button you pressed will blink.  
For details on the contents of each function, refer to the  
explanations that follow.  
*
Set Local Off if you have connected the DP-900 to a MIDI  
sequencer. Refer to “Switching Local Control on and Off” (p.  
36). Also set your MIDI sequencer to MIDI Thru mode (so that  
messages received at MIDI IN will be re-transmitted without  
change from MIDI OUT). For details, refer to the owner’s  
manual of your MIDI sequencer.  
3. Press the [+] or [-] button to change the value.  
If you press the [+] and [-] buttons simultaneously, the  
setting will return to the original value.  
How to exit function mode  
Perform on the DP-900 to play a MIDI sound generator  
fig.midi1.e  
4. Press either the [Metronome] button or the  
[Beat] button.  
Sound Module  
The button’s indicator will return to the previous state.  
MIDI  
OUT  
THRU  
IN  
MIDI Send Channel Settings  
MIDI features sixteen MIDI channels, numbered 1-16. Simply  
connecting a cable is not enough for communication to take  
channels. Otherwise, no sound will be produced, and no  
sounds can be selected.  
DP-900  
*
*
The DP-900 receives all channels 1-16.  
If you are using Dual play (p. 17) or Split play (p. 18) on the  
DP-900, only the channel you specify here will be transmitted.  
If you press the [Strings] button in step 2 of “Making MIDI-  
related settings,” a display like the following will appear.  
fig.disp-1  
Value  
1-16  
1
Power-up default setting  
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Connecting External Devices  
If you press the [Variation] button in step 2 of “Making  
Switching Local Control on and Off  
MIDI-related settings,” a display like the following will  
When connecting a MIDI sequencer, set Local Control to  
appear.  
fig.disp-On  
“Off.”  
As illustrated, information describing what has been played  
on the keyboard is passed to the internal sound generator over  
two different routes, (1) and (2). As a result, you hear  
overlapping or intermittent sounds. To prevent this from  
happening, route (1) must be severed, by setting the unit to  
Value  
On, OFF  
On  
Power-up default setting  
what is known as “Local Off.”  
fig.localcont.e  
Local On  
(1)  
Transmitting a Performance You  
Sequencer  
Memory  
Recorded  
MIDI  
OUT  
MIDI  
IN  
Sound  
If you want to transmit a performance recorded on the DP-900  
to an external MIDI device or computer, turn this setting  
“On.” If this is “Off,” the data will not be transmitted.  
If you press the [Play] button in step 2 of “Making MIDI-  
Generator  
MIDI  
OUT  
MIDI  
IN  
related settings,” a display like the following will appear.  
fig.disp-OFF  
Thru function On  
(2)  
Each note played  
is sounded twice  
Local Control ON: The keyboard and the internal sound  
generator are in a linked state.  
fig.localon.e  
Value  
On, OFF  
OFF  
Sound is emitted  
Power-up default setting  
Sound Generator  
Local On  
If you wish to save the performance, use the following  
MIDI Thru feature to be OFF. For details, refer to the owner’s  
manual of your MIDI sequencer.  
Local Control OFF: The keyboard and the internal sound  
generator are in an unlinked state. No sound will be produced  
1. Connect a MIDI sequencer such as the MT  
series (p. 34).  
by the keyboard when it is played.  
fig.localoff.e  
2. Record the performance on the DP-900 (p. 27).  
3. Set this setting to “On.”  
No sound produced  
Sound Generator  
Local Off  
4. Start recording with the connected MIDI device.  
5. Start playback of the recorded song on the DP-  
900.  
6. When playback ends, stop recording with the  
*
When a Roland MT series instrument is connected, it is not  
necessary to make the Local Off setting. MT units transmit  
Local Off messages when their power is switched on. If you  
turn on the power in the order of the DP-900 MT series,  
Local Off will be set automatically.  
connected MIDI device.  
7. Use a connected MIDI sequencer to save the  
data on a floppy disk or other media.  
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Troubleshooting  
If you think there’s a problem, read this first.  
Case  
Cause/Remedy  
Song doesn’t  
Are the indicator for the Track buttons  
([1] and [2] buttons) extinguished? (p.  
25)  
If the button indicator is out, the music  
on that track is not heard. Press the track  
button so the indicator is illuminated.  
Case  
Cause/Remedy  
play back/ Only  
the sound of a  
ment in a song  
does not play  
The power  
doesn’t come on  
Is the power cord connected and  
plugged in correctly? (p. 11)  
The button  
doesn’t work  
Is the tone or panel locked? (p. 33)  
Turn the power off, then back on.  
No sound is  
heard  
Is the volume level of the DP-900  
turned all the way down? (p. 14)  
Can’t record  
Has one of the track buttons for re-  
cording been selected? (p. 28–p. 29)  
Has a plug remained connected to the  
Phones jack?  
Tempo of record-  
ed song or metro-  
nome is off  
If you select an internal song in which  
the tempo changes during the song,  
and then record, the tempo will  
When headphones are connected, the  
keyboard’s speaker stops playing.  
change in the same way for the perfor-  
mances. The tempo of the metronome  
will also change in the same way.  
Is Local Off selected? (p. 36)  
Set Local Control to “ON”.  
If you record additional material with-  
out erasing the previously recorded  
song, the song will be recorded at the  
first-recorded tempo. Please erase the  
previously recorded song before you  
re-record (p. 30).  
No sound is  
Have all devices been switched on?  
heard (when a  
MIDI instrument  
is connected)  
Are the MIDI cables connected cor-  
rectly?  
nected instrument? (p. 35)  
The metronome  
sound doesn’t  
change  
When an internal song is played back,  
the metronome sounds the ordinary  
metronome sound.  
Sounds are heard  
twice (doubled)  
when the key-  
Is the DP-900 in Dual play? (p. 17)  
When the DP-900 is connected to an  
external sequencer, set it to the Local  
OFF mode (p. 36).  
Alternatively, the sequencer could be  
set so its MIDI Thru feature is OFF.  
board is played  
When a recorded performance is  
played back, the metronome sounds  
the sound that was selected when the  
recording was made.  
The tone has  
changed in the  
Split or Dual play  
If you use Dual play or Split play with  
a Tone button for which tone number  
3 or 4 is selected, tone number 1 will be  
The recorded per-  
disappeared  
Any performance that has been re-  
corded is deleted when the power to  
the DP-900 is turned off. A perfor-  
mance cannot be restored once it’s  
Some tones assign the tone that had  
been selected before you pressed the  
[Split] button to the left hand area of  
the keyboard. Please refer to “Tone  
List” (p. 40).  
Depressing a  
pedal has no ef-  
fect, or the pedal  
effect doesn’t  
Is the pedal connected correctly?  
Make sure the pedal cord extending  
from the stand is securely connected to  
the pedal jack on the rear of the unit (p.  
12).  
Tone doesn’t  
change  
Is the tone or panel locked? (p. 33)  
Turn the power off, then back on.  
Reverberation  
still audible even  
with Reverb  
Since the DP-900’s piano sounds faith-  
fully reproduce the sense of spacious-  
ness and reverberation of an actual  
acoustic piano’s sound, a certain  
amount of reverberation is still percep-  
tible, even with the reverb effect deac-  
tivated.  
Are the indicators for the [Metronome]  
and [Beat] buttons flashing?  
Setting of functions is in progress.  
Press the [Metronome] or [Beat] but-  
ton to exit function mode (p. 31, p. 35).  
turned off  
Not all played  
notes are sound-  
ed  
The maximum number of notes that the  
DP-900 can play simultaneously is 64.  
Frequent use of the damper pedal  
when playing along with a song may  
result in performance data with too  
drop out.  
The sound is dis-  
torted  
The sound may distort if the volume is  
turned up too much. Adjust the vol-  
ume with the [Volume] knob (p. 14).  
Also, with certain tones the sound can  
seem to be distorted.  
The tuning or  
pitch of the key-  
board or song is  
off  
Are the settings for the “Tempera-  
ment” and “Stretch Tuning” correct?  
(p. 32)  
Is the setting for the “Master Tuning”  
correct? (p. 31)  
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Troubleshooting  
Case  
Cause/Remedy  
Case  
Cause/Remedy  
In the upper  
On an acoustic piano, notes in the up-  
per one and a half octaves of the key-  
board continue to sound until they  
decay naturally, regardless of the  
damper pedal. There is a difference in  
the timbre as well. Roland pianos  
faithfully simulate such characteristics  
of the acoustic piano. On the DP-900,  
the range that is unaffected by the  
damper pedal will change depending  
on the Key Transpose setting.  
The bass range  
sounds odd, or  
there is a vibrat-  
ing resonance  
If you can’t hear the problem in the  
headphones:  
range, the sound  
changes abrupt-  
ly beyond a cer-  
tain key  
Playing at loud volumes may  
cause instruments near the DP-900  
to resonate.  
Resonation can also occur with  
fluorescent light tubes, glass  
doors, and other objects. In partic-  
ular, this problem occurs more  
easily when the bass component is  
increased, and when the sound is  
played at higher volumes. Use the  
following measures to suppress  
such resonance.  
• Place speakers so they are 10–15  
cm from walls and other surfaces.  
• Reduce the volume.  
• Move the speakers away from any  
resonating objects.  
A High-pitched  
whine is pro-  
duced  
When listening through headphones:  
Some of the more flamboyant and  
effervescent piano tones feature an  
ample high-end component,  
which may make the sound ap-  
pear to have metallic reverbera-  
tion added. Since this  
reverberation becomes particular-  
ly audible when supplemented by  
heavy reverb, you may be able to  
diminish the problem by reducing  
the amount of reverb applied to  
the sound.  
When listening through headphones:  
Here, a different cause (such as  
resonance produced by the DP-  
900) would be suspect. Consult  
your Roland dealer or nearest Ro-  
land Service Center.  
If you can’t hear the problem in the  
headphones:  
The volume level  
of the instrument  
connected to In-  
put jacks is too  
low  
Could you be using a connection cable  
that contains a resistor?  
Use a connection cable that does not  
contain a resistor.  
Here, a different cause (such as  
resonance produced by the DP-  
900) would be suspect. Consult  
your Roland dealer or nearest Ro-  
land Service Center.  
926b  
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Display  
Meaning  
USr  
USr.  
d.  
User. Stores recorded performances (p. 27).  
Internal song number (p. 15).  
t.  
Metronome sound number (p. 21).  
PU  
This appears when a song with a pickup (a song that does not start on the first beat) is played  
back.  
dEL  
E.32  
E.41  
This appears when you attempt to delete a recorded song (p. 26, p. 30).  
The amount of performance information is too large, and further recording is not possible.  
A problem such as a loose MIDI cable occurred. Make sure the MIDI cables are correctly  
hooked up.  
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Error messages are indicated by an “E.” before the number. Press any button, and you can cancel the error message.  
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Tone List  
[Split] Off  
[Split] On  
[Variation]  
Button name  
Tone  
[Variation] Dark  
[Variation] Red  
[Variation] Green  
Grand Piano1  
/Acoustic Bass &  
Cymbal  
Grand Piano1  
/Acoustic Bass  
Grand Piano1  
/Strings  
Dark  
Red  
Grand Piano1  
Grand Piano2  
/Acoustic Bass &  
Cymbal  
Grand Piano2  
/Acoustic Bass  
Grand Piano2  
/Strings  
[Piano]  
Grand Piano2  
Green  
Piano + Strings  
Piano + Choir  
Orange  
Electric Piano1  
/Electric Bass  
Electric Piano1  
/Acoustic Bass  
Electric Piano1  
/Strings  
Dark  
Red  
Electric Piano1  
Electric Piano2  
Electric Piano2  
/Electric Bass  
Electric Piano2  
/Acoustic Bass  
Electric Piano2  
/Strings  
[E. Piano]  
Green  
Vibraphone  
Orange  
Electric Piano+Choir  
Harpsichord  
/Strings  
Harpsichord  
/Organ Flute  
Harpsichord  
Dark  
Red  
Harpsichord  
Organ Flute  
/Acoustic Bass  
Organ Flute  
/Organ Bass  
Organ Flute  
/Strings  
Organ Flute  
/Choir  
[Harpsi-  
chord]  
Green  
Harpsichord + Strings  
Harpsichord + Choir  
Orange  
Church Organ  
/Organ Bass  
Church Organ  
/Strings  
Church Organ  
/Choir  
Dark  
Red  
Church Organ  
Rotary Organ  
Rotary Organ  
/Lower Organ  
Rotary Organ  
/Electric Bass  
Jazz Organ  
[Organ]  
[Strings]  
/Rotary Organ  
Green  
Organ + Strings  
Organ + Choir  
Orange  
Strings  
Strings  
/Choir  
Oboe  
Dark  
Red  
Strings  
/Pizzicato  
/Strings  
Slow Strings  
/Pizzicato  
Slow Strings  
/Choir  
Flute  
Slow Strings  
/Slow Strings  
Green  
Strings + Choir  
Strings + Brass  
Orange  
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A+B: simultaneously playing two tones  
You can change the volume balance between the two tones, refer to “Adjusting the Volume Balance in Dual Play” (p. 17).  
A/B: A, the right-hand tone; and B, the left-hand tone in Split play  
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Internal Song List  
Song  
No.  
Song Name  
Composer  
Copyright  
d. 1  
1ére Arabesque  
C. Debussy  
© 1995 Roland Corporation  
© 2002 Roland Corporation  
d. 2  
Late Night Chopin  
F. Chopin/  
Arranged by John Maul  
d. 3  
Sonate für Klavier No. 15  
Fly Free  
W. A. Mozart  
J. Maul  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1998 Roland Corporation  
© 2001 Roland Corporation  
© 2001 Roland Corporation  
© 1997 Roland Corporation  
© 2001 Roland Corporation  
© 1995 Roland Corporation  
© 2001 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1995 Roland Corporation  
© 1997 Roland Corporation  
© 1995 Roland Corporation  
© 1998 Roland Corporation  
© 2001 Roland Corporation  
© 1995 Roland Corporation  
© 1995 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
d. 4  
d. 5  
Liebesträume III  
Étude, op.10-3  
F. Liszt  
d. 6  
F. Chopin  
d. 7  
Je te veux  
E. Satie  
d. 8  
Valse, op.64-1  
F. Chopin  
d. 9  
Golliwog’s Cake walk  
Fantaisie-Impromptu  
An der schönen, blauen Donau  
Auf Flügeln des Gesanges  
Mazurka No.5  
C. Debussy  
F. Chopin  
d. 10  
d. 11  
d. 12  
d. 13  
d. 14  
d. 15  
d. 16  
d. 17  
d. 18  
d. 19  
d. 20  
d. 21  
d. 22  
d. 23  
d. 24  
d. 25  
d. 26  
d. 27  
d. 28  
d. 29  
d. 30  
d. 31  
d. 32  
d. 33  
d. 34  
d. 35  
d. 36  
d. 37  
J. Strauss  
F. Mendelsshon  
F. Chopin  
1ère Gymnopédie  
Étude, op.25-1  
E. Satie  
F. Chopin  
Clair de Lune  
C. Debussy  
F. Chopin  
Étude, op.10-5  
Doctor Gradus ad Parnassum  
Grande Valse Brillante  
La prière d’une Vierge  
Course en Troïka  
To The Spring  
C. Debussy  
F. Chopin  
T. Badarzewska  
P. Tchaikovsky  
E. Grieg  
Valse, op.64-2  
F. Chopin  
Radetzky Marsch  
Träumerei  
J. Strauss  
R. Schumann  
F. Schubert  
F. Chopin  
Moments Musicaux III  
Prélude, op.28-15  
The harmonious blacksmith  
Ungarische Tänze V  
Türkischer Marsch (Beethoven)  
Nocturne No.2  
G. Handel  
J. Brahms  
L. v. Beethoven  
F. Chopin  
Frühlingslied  
F. Mendelsshon  
J. S. Bach  
Präludium  
Jägerlied  
F. Mendelsshon  
M. Ravel  
Menuet Antique  
Für Elise  
L. v. Beethoven  
W. A. Mozart  
Türkischer Marsch (Mozart)  
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Internal Song List  
Song  
No.  
Song Name  
Composer  
Copyright  
d. 38  
d. 39  
d. 40  
d. 41  
d. 42  
d. 43  
d. 44  
d. 45  
d. 46  
d. 47  
d. 48  
d. 49  
d. 50  
d. 51  
d. 52  
d. 53  
d. 54  
d. 55  
d. 56  
d. 57  
d. 58  
d. 59  
d. 60  
d. 61  
d. 62  
d. 63  
Ständchen  
F. Schubert  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1992 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
Humoreske  
Blumenlied  
Alpenglöckchen  
A. Dvorjak  
G. Lange  
T. Oesten  
Menuett G dur (Beethoven)  
Venezianisches Gondellied  
Alpenabendröte  
L. v. Beethoven  
F. Mendelsshon  
T. Oesten  
Farewell to the Piano  
Brautchor  
L. v. Beethoven  
W. Wagner  
W. Anderson  
C. Czerny  
Battle of Waterloo  
Wiener Marsch  
Le Coucou  
L. C. Daquin  
J. S. Bach  
Menuett G dur (Bach)  
Spinnerlied  
A. Ellmenreich  
F. Gossec  
Gavotte  
Heidenröslein  
G. Lange  
Zigeuner Tanz  
H. Lichner  
G. Marie  
La Cinquantaine  
Csikos Post  
H. Necke  
Dolly’s Dreaming Awakening  
La Violette  
T. Oesten  
L. Streabbog  
R. Schumann  
M. Clementi  
F. Kuhlau  
Fröhlicher Landmann  
Sonatine op.36-1 (Clementi)  
Sonatine op.20-1 (Kuhlau)  
Sonatine No.5 (Beethoven)  
L. v. Beethoven  
Hungarian Rag: Hungarian Dance No. 5  
Ragtime Arrangement For Solo Piano  
J. Brahms/  
Arranged by John Maul  
© 1996 Roland Corporation  
© 1998 Roland Corporation  
© 2000 Roland Corporation  
d. 64  
d. 65  
Paganoogie Variation:  
Jazz Variation Based on “Caprice No. 24 in A Minor”  
N. Paganini/  
Arranged by John Maul  
L’éveil del l’amour  
Masashi &  
Kazuko Hirashita  
981a  
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All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material for purposes other than private, personal enjoyment is a violation of applicable laws.  
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Easy Operation List  
3
4
7
1
2
5
6
2
1
1
3
2
4
No.  
You want to  
Buttons  
Page  
Press the [Metronome] and [Beat] buttons simultaneously, and press the [] button.  
p. 31  
[Metronome]+ [Beat] [Piano]  
Master Tuning  
1
2
3
4
p. 32  
Selecting a temperament  
Specifying the keynote  
[Metronome] + [Beat] [E. Piano]  
[E. Piano] + key  
[Metronome] + [Beat] [Harpsichord]  
p. 32  
p. 33  
Stretch tuning  
Applying the damper pedal to the left-hand  
keyboard area  
[Metronome] + [Beat] [Organ]  
[Metronome] + [Beat] [Strings]  
[Metronome] + [Beat] [Variation]  
[Metronome]+ [Beat] [Play]  
p. 35  
p. 36  
p. 36  
MIDI send channel settings  
Local Control  
5
6
7
Transmitting a recorded performance  
Press the [ ] button, and press the [-] or [+] button.  
[Beat] [-] [+]  
[Transpose] + [Split] [-][+]  
p. 20  
p. 17  
Beat of metronome  
Dual Balance  
1
2
Hold down the [ ] button and press the [-] or [+] button.  
[Metronome] + [-] [+]  
p. 20  
p. 21  
Metronome volume  
Metronome sound  
1
2
[Beat] + [-] [+]  
[Reverb] + [-] [+]  
p. 21  
p. 31  
Depth of the Reverb effect  
3
4
[Reverb] + [Split] + [-] [+]  
Damper pedal’s resonance level  
Hold down the [Split] or [Transpose] button and press the key.  
[Split] + key  
p. 19  
p. 22  
Split Point  
[Transpose] + key  
Key Transpose  
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MIDI Implementation Chart  
MIDI Implementation Chart  
Digital Piano  
Date : Sep. 1, 2003  
Version : 1.00  
Model DP-900  
MIDI Implementation Chart  
Transmitted  
Recognized  
Remarks  
Function...  
Basic  
Channel  
Default  
Changed  
1
1
1–16  
116  
Default  
Messages  
Altered  
Mode 3  
x
Mode 3  
Mode  
**************  
Note  
Number :  
15–113  
**************  
0–127  
15–113  
True Voice  
Note ON  
Note OFF  
O
x
O
x
Velocity  
8n v=64  
After  
Touch  
Key’s  
Ch’s  
x
x
x
x
Pitch Bend  
x
x
6, 38  
O
x
x
O
x
O
O
O
O
Data entry  
Volume  
Expression  
Hold 1  
Sostenuto  
Soft  
7
11  
64  
66  
67  
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
*1  
*1  
*1  
*1  
*1  
Control  
Change  
91  
Effect 1 (Reverb)  
RPN LSB, MSB  
100, 101  
Prog  
Change  
O (0...117)  
**************  
O (0–127)  
0...119  
: True Number  
System Exclusive  
O
O
: Song Pos  
: Song Sel  
: Tune  
x
x
x
x
x
x
System  
Common  
System  
Real Time  
: Clock  
: Commands  
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
O
x
x
: All sound off  
O
:
Reset all controllers  
Aux  
Message  
O
: Local Control  
: All Notes OFF  
: Active Sense  
: Reset  
O (123–127)  
O
x
Notes  
Mode 1 : OMNI ON, POLY  
Mode 2 : OMNI ON, MONO  
O : Yes  
X : No  
Mode 3 : OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4 : OMNI OFF, MONO  
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Main Specifications  
Keyboard  
Keyboard  
88 keys (Progressive Hammer-Action keyboard)  
Light, Medium, Heavy, Fixed  
Touch Sensitivity  
Keyboard Modes  
Sound Generator  
Max. Polyphony  
Tones  
Whole, Dual (volume balance adjustable), Split (split point adjustable)  
64 voices  
5 groups 20 variations  
Temperament  
Stretched Tuning  
Master Tuning  
Transpose  
Effects  
7 types, selectable tonic  
2 types  
415.3 Hz–466.2 Hz (adjustable in increments of 0.1 Hz)  
Key Transpose (-6– +5 in units of semitones)  
Reverb (8 levels), Chorus (for E. Piano only), Sympathetic Resonance (for Piano only, 8 levels)  
Metronome  
Beat  
2/2, 0/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4, 3/8, 6/8, 9/8, 12/8  
8 levels  
Volume  
Recorder  
Tracks  
2 tracks  
Song  
1 song  
Note Storage  
Tempo  
Approx. 5,000 notes  
Quarter note = 20–250  
Resolution  
Control  
96 ticks per quarter note  
Play/Stop, Rec, Tempo, All Song Play, Track Select  
65 songs  
Preset Songs  
Others  
Rated Power Output  
Speakers  
7 W x 2  
12 cm x 2  
Display  
7 segment, 3 characters (LED)  
Volume, Brilliance (3 levels)  
Damper, Soft  
Control  
Pedals  
Other Functions  
Connectors  
Tone Lock, Panel Lock  
Output jacks (L/Mono, R), Input jacks (L/Mono, R), Headphones jack x 2 (Stereo),  
MIDI In/MIDI Out connectors, Pedal jack  
Power Supply  
DC 9 V (AC Adaptor)  
23 W  
Power Consumption  
Dimensions  
(lid close)  
(including piano stand)  
1,398 (W) x 344 (D) x 781 (H) mm  
55-1/16 (W) x 13-9/16 (D) x 30-3/4 (H) inches  
(lid open)  
1,398 (W) x 339 (D) x 974 (H) mm  
55-1/16 (W) x 13-3/8 (D) x 38-3/8 (H) inches  
Weights  
43.5 kg/ 95 lbs 15 oz  
(including piano stand)  
Accessories  
Owner's Manual, AC Adaptor, Power cord  
962a  
*
In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.  
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A
P
AC Adaptor ........................................................ 11  
Assemble ............................................................... 6  
Audio Equipment .............................................. 34  
Play  
All Songs Continuously .............................. 15  
B
Beat ...................................................................... 20  
C
Along with a Song ....................................... 28  
D
Dual Play ............................................................. 17  
S
E
Split ...................................................................... 18  
Split Play ............................................................. 18  
Effects .................................................................. 21  
Erase ..................................................................... 30  
H
Headphones ........................................................ 12  
I
Internal Songs ............................................... 15, 24  
T
Tone button ........................................................ 16  
K
Key Touch ........................................................... 23  
L
M
MIDI ..................................................................... 35  
MIDI Channel ..................................................... 35  
MIDI Devices ...................................................... 34  
MIDI Send Channel ........................................... 35  
Music rest ............................................................ 13  
Variation tones ................................................... 16  
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For the U.K.  
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.  
BLUE:  
NEUTRAL  
BROWN: LIVE  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying  
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.  
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.  
Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.  
For EU Countries  
This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC.  
For the USA  
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION  
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.  
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.  
For Canada  
NOTICE  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.  
AVIS  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.  
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Information  
When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland  
distributor in your country as shown below.  
PHILIPPINES  
COSTA RICA  
TRINIDAD  
ITALY  
ISRAEL  
AFRICA  
G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc.  
339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue  
Makati, Metro Manila 1200,  
PHILIPPINES  
JUAN Bansbach Instrumentos  
AMR Ltd  
Roland Italy S. p. A.  
Halilit P. Greenspoon & Sons  
Ground Floor  
Viale delle Industrie 8,  
20020 Arese, Milano, ITALY  
TEL: (02) 937-78300  
Musicales  
Ltd.  
EGYPT  
Al Fanny Trading Office  
9, EBN Hagar A1 Askalany  
Street,  
ARD E1 Golf, Heliopolis,  
Cairo 11341, EGYPT  
TEL: 20-2-417-1828  
Maritime Plaza  
Barataria Trinidad W.I.  
TEL: (868)638 6385  
Ave.1. Calle 11, Apartado 10237,  
San Jose, COSTA RICA  
TEL: 258-0211  
8 Retzif Ha'aliya Hashnya St.  
Tel-Aviv-Yafo ISRAEL  
TEL: (03) 6823666  
TEL: (02) 899 9801  
NORWAY  
Roland Scandinavia Avd.  
Kontor Norge  
Lilleakerveien 2 Postboks 95  
Lilleaker N-0216 Oslo  
NORWAY  
SINGAPORE  
Swee Lee Company  
150 Sims Drive,  
SINGAPORE 387381  
TEL: 6846-3676  
URUGUAY  
Todo Musica S.A.  
Francisco Acuna de Figueroa  
1771  
C.P.: 11.800  
Montevideo, URUGUAY  
TEL: (02) 924-2335  
CURACAO  
Zeelandia Music Center Inc.  
Orionweg 30  
Curacao, Netherland Antilles  
TEL:(305)5926866  
JORDAN  
AMMAN Trading Agency  
245 Prince Mohammad St.,  
Amman 1118, JORDAN  
TEL: (06) 464-1200  
REUNION  
Maison FO - YAM Marcel  
25 Rue Jules Hermann,  
Chaudron - BP79 97 491  
Ste Clotilde Cedex,  
TEL: 2273 0074  
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC  
Instrumentos Fernando Giraldez  
Calle Proyecto Central No.3  
Ens.La Esperilla  
Santo Domingo,  
Dominican Republic  
TEL:(809) 683 0305  
KUWAIT  
EASA HUSAIN AL-YOUSIFI  
& SONS CO.  
Abdullah Salem Street,  
Safat, KUWAIT  
TEL: 243-6399  
CRISTOFORI MUSIC PTE LTD  
Blk 3014, Bedok Industrial Park E,  
#02-2148, SINGAPORE 489980  
TEL: 6243-9555  
POLAND  
MX MUSIC SP.Z.O.O.  
UL. Gibraltarska 4.  
PL-03664 Warszawa POLAND  
TEL: (022) 679 44 19  
VENEZUELA  
Instrumentos Musicales  
Allegro,C.A.  
Av.las industrias edf.Guitar  
REUNION ISLAND  
TEL: (0262) 218-429  
TAIWAN  
ROLAND TAIWAN  
ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.  
Room 5, 9fl. No. 112 Chung  
Shan N.Road Sec.2, Taipei,  
TAIWAN, R.O.C.  
SOUTH AFRICA  
That Other Music Shop(PTY)Ltd.  
11 Melle St., Braamfontein,  
Johannesbourg,  
SOUTH AFRICA  
TEL: (011) 403 4105  
import  
PORTUGAL  
Roland Iberia, S.L.  
Portugal Office  
Cais das Pedras, 8/9-1 Dto  
4050-465, Porto, PORTUGAL  
TEL: 22 608 00 60  
LEBANON  
Chahine S.A.L.  
Gerge Zeidan St., Chahine  
Bldg., Achrafieh, P.O.Box: 16-  
5857  
Beirut, LEBANON  
TEL: (01) 20-1441  
#7 zona Industrial de Turumo  
Caracas, Venezuela  
TEL: (212) 244-1122  
ECUADOR  
Mas Musika  
Rumichaca 822 y Zaruma  
Guayaquil - Ecuador  
TEL: (02) 2561 3339  
FAX: (011) 403 1234  
TEL:(593-4)2302364  
EUROPE  
THAILAND  
Paul Bothner(PTY)Ltd.  
17 Werdmuller Centre,  
Main Road, Claremont 7708  
SOUTH AFRICA  
ROMANIA  
FBS LINES  
Piata Libertatii 1,  
535500 Gheorgheni,  
ROMANIA  
EL SALVADOR  
OMNI MUSIC  
75 Avenida Norte y Final  
Alameda Juan Pablo II,  
Edificio No.4010 San Salvador,  
EL SALVADOR  
Theera Music Co. , Ltd.  
330 Verng NakornKasem, Soi 2,  
Bangkok 10100, THAILAND  
TEL: (02) 2248821  
AUSTRIA  
Roland Elektronische  
Musikinstrumente HmbH.  
QATAR  
Al Emadi Co. (Badie Studio &  
Stores)  
P.O. Box 62, Doha, QATAR  
TEL: (021) 674 4030  
Austrian Office  
VIETNAM  
Saigon Music  
Suite DP-8  
40 Ba Huyen Thanh Quan Street  
Hochiminh City, VIETNAM  
TEL: (08) 930-1969  
Eduard-Bodem-Gasse 8,  
A-6020 Innsbruck, AUSTRIA  
TEL: (0512) 26 44 260  
TEL: (266) 364 609  
TEL: 4423-554  
TEL: 262-0788  
ASIA  
RUSSIA  
MuTek  
3-Bogatyrskaya Str. 1.k.l  
107 564 Moscow, RUSSIA  
TEL: (095) 169 5043  
SAUDI ARABIA  
aDawliah Universal  
Electronics APL  
Corniche Road, Aldossary  
Bldg., 1st Floor, Alkhobar,  
SAUDI ARABIA  
GUATEMALA  
BELGIUM/FRANCE/  
HOLLAND/  
LUXEMBOURG  
Roland Central Europe N.V.  
Houtstraat 3, B-2260, Oevel  
(Westerlo) BELGIUM  
CHINA  
Roland Shanghai Electronics  
Co.,Ltd.  
5F. No.1500 Pingliang Road  
Shanghai 200090, CHINA  
TEL: (021) 5580-0800  
Casa Instrumental  
Calzada Roosevelt 34-01,zona 11  
Ciudad de Guatemala  
Guatemala  
SPAIN  
TEL:(502) 599-2888  
Roland Iberia, S.L.  
Paseo García Faria, 33-35  
08005 Barcelona SPAIN  
TEL: 93 308 10 00  
AUSTRALIA/  
NEW ZEALAND  
AUSTRALIA/  
NEW ZEALAND  
Roland Corporation  
Australia Pty.,Ltd.  
38 Campbell Avenue  
Dee Why West. NSW 2099  
AUSTRALIA  
P.O.Box 2154, Alkhobar 31952  
SAUDI ARABIA  
TEL: (03) 898 2081  
HONDURAS  
Almacen Pajaro Azul S.A. de C.V.  
BO.Paz Barahona  
3 Ave.11 Calle S.O  
San Pedro Sula, Honduras  
TEL: (504) 553-2029  
TEL: (014) 575811  
Roland Shanghai Electronics  
Co.,Ltd.  
(BEIJING OFFICE)  
10F. No.18 Anhuaxili  
Chaoyang District, Beijing  
100011 CHINA  
CZECH REP.  
K-AUDIO  
Kardasovska 626.  
CZ-198 00 Praha 9,  
CZECH REP.  
SYRIA  
Technical Light & Sound  
Center  
Rawda, Abdul Qader Jazairi St.  
Bldg. No. 21, P.O.BOX 13520,  
Damascus, SYRIA  
SWEDEN  
Roland Scandinavia A/S  
SWEDISH SALES OFFICE  
Danvik Center 28, 2 tr.  
S-131 30 Nacka SWEDEN  
TEL: (0)8 702 00 20  
MARTINIQUE  
Musique & Son  
Z.I.Les Mangle  
97232 Le Lamantin  
Martinique F.W.I.  
TEL: 596 596 426860  
TEL: (2) 666 10529  
TEL: (010) 6426-5050  
DENMARK  
TEL: (011) 223-5384  
Roland Shanghai Electronics  
Co.,Ltd.  
(GUANGZHOU OFFICE)  
2/F., No.30 Si You Nan Er Jie  
Yi Xiang, Wu Yang Xin Cheng,  
Guangzhou 510600, CHINA  
TEL: (020) 8736-0428  
Roland Scandinavia A/S  
Nordhavnsvej 7, Postbox 880,  
DK-2100 Copenhagen  
DENMARK  
SWITZERLAND  
Roland (Switzerland) AG  
Landstrasse 5, Postfach,  
CH-4452 Itingen,  
SWITZERLAND  
TEL: (061) 927-8383  
TURKEY  
Ant Muzik Aletleri Ithalat Ve  
Ihracat Ltd Sti  
Siraselviler Caddesi  
Siraselviler Pasaji No:74/20  
Taksim - Istanbul, TURKEY  
TEL: (0212) 2449624  
For Australia  
Tel: (02) 9982 8266  
For New Zealand  
Tel: (09) 3098 715  
Gigamusic SARL  
10 Rte De La Folie  
97200 Fort De France  
Martinique F.W.I.  
TEL: 596 596 715222  
TEL: 3916 6200  
FINLAND  
Roland Scandinavia As, Filial  
Finland  
Elannontie 5  
FIN-01510 Vantaa, FINLAND  
TEL: (0)9 68 24 020  
UKRAINE  
TIC-TAC  
Mira Str. 19/108  
P.O. Box 180  
295400 Munkachevo,  
UKRAINE  
TEL: (03131) 414-40  
HONG KONG  
Tom Lee Music Co., Ltd.  
Service Division  
22-32 Pun Shan Street, Tsuen  
Wan, New Territories,  
HONG KONG  
CENTRAL/LATIN  
AMERICA  
U.A.E.  
Zak Electronics & Musical  
Instruments Co. L.L.C.  
Zabeel Road, Al Sherooq Bldg.,  
No. 14, Grand Floor, Dubai,  
U.A.E.  
MEXICO  
Casa Veerkamp, s.a. de c.v.  
Av. Toluca No. 323, Col. Olivar  
de los Padres 01780 Mexico  
D.F. MEXICO  
ARGENTINA  
Instrumentos Musicales S.A.  
Av.Santa Fe 2055  
(1123) Buenos Aires  
ARGENTINA  
TEL: (011) 4508-2700  
GERMANY  
Roland Elektronische  
Musikinstrumente HmbH.  
Oststrasse 96, 22844  
Norderstedt, GERMANY  
TEL: (040) 52 60090  
TEL: 2415 0911  
TEL: (55) 5668-6699  
UNITED KINGDOM  
TEL: (04) 3360715  
Parsons Music Ltd.  
Roland (U.K.) Ltd.  
Atlantic Close, Swansea  
Enterprise Park, SWANSEA  
SA7 9FJ,  
NICARAGUA  
Bansbach Instrumentos  
Musicales Nicaragua  
Altamira D'Este Calle Principal  
de la Farmacia 5ta.Avenida  
1 Cuadra al Lago.#503  
Managua, Nicaragua  
8th Floor, Railway Plaza, 39  
Chatham Road South, T.S.T,  
Kowloon, HONG KONG  
TEL: 2333 1863  
NORTH AMERICA  
BARBADOS  
A&B Music Supplies LTD  
12 Webster Industrial Park  
Wildey, St.Michael, Barbados  
TEL: (246)430-1100  
GREECE  
STOLLAS S.A.  
Music Sound Light  
155, New National Road  
Patras 26442, GREECE  
TEL: 2610 435400  
UNITED KINGDOM  
TEL: (01792) 702701  
CANADA  
Roland Canada Music Ltd.  
(Head Office)  
5480 Parkwood Way  
Richmond B. C., V6V 2M4  
CANADA  
INDIA  
Rivera Digitec (India) Pvt. Ltd.  
409, Nirman Kendra  
Mahalaxmi Flats Compound  
Off. Dr. Edwin Moses Road,  
Mumbai-400011, INDIA  
TEL: (022) 2493 9051  
TEL: (505)277-2557  
BRAZIL  
Roland Brasil Ltda  
Rua San Jose, 780 Sala B  
Parque Industrial San Jose  
Cotia - Sao Paulo - SP, BRAZIL  
TEL: (011) 4615 5666  
MIDDLE EAST  
PANAMA  
SUPRO MUNDIAL, S.A.  
Boulevard Andrews, Albrook,  
Panama City, REP. DE  
PANAMA  
HUNGARY  
BAHRAIN  
Moon Stores  
No.16, Bab Al Bahrain Avenue,  
P.O.Box 247, Manama 304,  
State of BAHRAIN  
TEL: 211 005  
TEL: (604) 270 6626  
Roland East Europe Ltd.  
Warehouse Area ‘DEPO’ Pf.83  
H-2046 Torokbalint,  
HUNGARY  
INDONESIA  
PT Citra IntiRama  
J1. Cideng Timur No. 15J-150  
Jakarta Pusat  
INDONESIA  
TEL: (021) 6324170  
Roland Canada Music Ltd.  
(Toronto Office)  
170 Admiral Boulevard  
Mississauga On L5T 2N6  
CANADA  
TEL: 315-0101  
CHILE  
Comercial Fancy II S.A.  
Rut.: 96.919.420-1  
Nataniel Cox #739, 4th Floor  
Santiago - Centro, CHILE  
TEL: (02) 688-9540  
TEL: (23) 511011  
PARAGUAY  
Distribuidora De  
Instrumentos Musicales  
J.E. Olear y ESQ. Manduvira  
Asuncion PARAGUAY  
TEL: (595) 21 492147  
IRELAND  
Roland Ireland  
G2 Calmount Park, Calmount  
Avenue, Dublin 12  
Republic of IRELAND  
TEL: (01) 4294444  
CYPRUS  
Radex Sound Equipment Ltd.  
17, Diagorou Street, Nicosia,  
CYPRUS  
TEL: (905) 362 9707  
KOREA  
U. S. A.  
Cosmos Corporation  
1461-9, Seocho-Dong,  
Seocho Ku, Seoul, KOREA  
TEL: (02) 3486-8855  
Roland Corporation U.S.  
5100 S. Eastern Avenue  
Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938,  
U. S. A.  
COLOMBIA  
Centro Musical Ltda.  
Cra 43 B No 25 A 41 Bododega 9  
Medellin, Colombia  
TEL: (022) 66-9426  
PERU  
Audionet  
Distribuciones Musicales SAC  
Juan Fanning 530  
Miraflores  
IRAN  
MOCO, INC.  
No.41 Nike St., Dr.Shariyati Ave.,  
Roberoye Cerahe Mirdamad  
Tehran, IRAN  
TEL: (323) 890 3700  
MALAYSIA  
BENTLEY MUSIC SDN BHD  
140 & 142, Jalan Bukit Bintang  
55100 Kuala  
Lumpur,MALAYSIA  
TEL: (03) 2144-3333  
TEL: (574)3812529  
Lima - Peru  
TEL: (511) 4461388  
TEL: (021) 285-4169  
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