Roland BK-3 Owner's Manual PDF
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Owners Manual
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 o 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 dierent 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.
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B limit. Any unauthorized changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.
For Canada
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)
For Korea
2036-1 Nakagawa, Hosoe-cho, Kita-ku, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka 431-1304, JAPAN ENA 23 Zone 1 nr. 1620 Klaus-Michael Kuehnelaan 13, 2440 Geel, BELGIUMImporter:
Manufacturer:
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For the USA
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement
Model Name : Type of Equipment : Responsible Party :
Address : Telephone :
Model Name : Type of Equipment : Responsible Party :
Address : Telephone :
V-STUDIO 20 (Model Number: VS-20) USB Audio Controller Cakewalk Inc. 268 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02210 02210(617) 423-9004
BK-3 Backing Keyboard Roland Corporation U.S. 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
BLUE: BROWN:
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.
NEUTRAL LIVE
For the U.K.
Owners Manual
Thank you and congratulations on your choice of the Roland BK-3 Backing Keyboard.
To ensure that you obtain the maximum enjoyment and take full advantage of the BK-3s functionality, please read this owners manual carefully.
About This Manual You should first read the chapter Before you start using the BK-3 (p. 14). It explains how to connect the AC adaptor and turn on the power. This Owners Manual explains everything, from the BK-3s basic operations to more advanced functions.
Conventions Used in This Manual Text enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicates the name of a button or knob. Example: the [MENU] button.
Reference pages are indicated by (p. **).
The following symbols are used.
NOTE This indicates an important note; be sure to read it.
MEMO This indicates a memo regarding the setting or function; read it as desired.
TIPS This indicates a useful hint for operation; read it as necessary.
* The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., include newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.
Before using this instrument, carefully read Using the Unit Safely (p. 4) and Important Notes (p. 6). Those sections provide information concerning the proper operation of the BK-3. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, the manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference
Copyright 2012 ROLAND EUROPE. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Roland Europe S.p.a. Roland and GS are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
1. Using the Unit Safely
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Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices About the Symbols
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
WARNING Do not disassemble or modify by yourself Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.
Do not repair or replace parts by yourself Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the Information page.
Do not use or store in the following types of locations Subject to temperature extremes (e.g.,
direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat- generating equipment); or are
Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are
Exposed to steam or smoke; or are Subject to salt exposure; or are Humid; or are Exposed to rain; or are Dusty or sandy; or are Subject to high levels of vibration and
shakiness.
Do not place in an unstable location Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
Use only the included AC adaptor and the correct voltage Be sure to use only the AC adaptor included with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptors body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.
WARNING Use only the included power cord Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the included power cord must not be used with any other device.
Do not bend the power cord or place heavy objects on it Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!
Avoid extended use at high volume This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.
Dont allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; never place containers with liquid on unit Do not place containers containing liquid (e.g., a glass of water) on this product. Never allow foreign objects (e.g., flammable objects, coins, wires) or liquids (e.g., water or juice) to enter this product. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty operation, or other malfunctions.
Adults must provide supervision in places where children are present When using the unit in locations where children are present, be careful so no mishandling of the unit can take place. An adult should always be on hand to provide supervision and guidance.
Do not drop or subject to strong impact Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)
WARNING Turn off the unit if an abnormality or malfunction occurs Immediately turn the unit off, remove the AC 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: The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord,
or the plug has been damaged; or If smoke or unusual odor occurs; or Objects have fallen into, or liquid has
been spilled onto the unit; or The unit has been exposed to rain (or
otherwise has become wet); or The unit does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
Do not share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices Do not force the units power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cordsthe total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cords 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.
Do not use overseas Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the Information page.
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CAUTION Place in a well ventilated location The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.
Grasp the plug when connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.
Periodically clean the AC adaptors plug 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 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.
Manage cables for safety 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.
Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy objects on it Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.
Do not connect or disconnect the AC adaptor with wet hands Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.
Disconnect everything before moving the unit Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.
Unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet before cleaning Before cleaning the unit, turn it off and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 16).
If there is a possibility of lightning strike, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.
2. Important Notes
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In addition to the items listed under Using the unit safely on p. 4, please read and observe the following:
Power Supply
Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter or a motor (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner). 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.
The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.
To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always make sure to turn off the power on all your equipment before you make any connections.
With the factory settings, the BK-3 will automatically be switched off 30 minutes after you stop playing or operating the unit. If you dont want the unit to turn off automatically, change the AUTO OFF setting to OFF as described on p. 52.
NOTE The settings you were editing will be lost when the unit is turned off. If you want to keep your settings, you must save your settings before turning the unit off.
Placement
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.
This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
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.
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. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.
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.
Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard. This can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing to produce sound.
Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface. You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.
Do not put anything that contains water on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.
Maintenance
For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Additional Precautions
Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on a USB memory once it has been lost. Roland Europe assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
Use a reasonable amount of care when using the units buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
When disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itselfnever pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cables internal elements.
To avoid disturbing others nearby, try to keep the units volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you.
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.
Do not apply undue force to the music stand while it is in use.
Storage devices that can be connected to the BK-3s USB MEMORY port
The BK-3 allows you to connect commercially available USB Flash memory. You can purchase such devices at a computer store, a digital camera dealer, etc.
Though external hard disks with a capacity in excess of 2TB can be used, please bear in mind that the BK-3 can manage a maximum of 2TB. (FAT-32 formatted storage devices can be used right away.)
Use USB memory sold by Roland (M-UF-series). We cannot guarantee operation if any other USB memory is used.
Before using external USB storage devices
Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in until it is firmly in place.
USB memories are constructed using precision components; handle the storage devices carefully, paying particular note to the following. To prevent damage to the USB memory from
static electricity, be sure to discharge any static electricity from your own body before handling the cards.
Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact portion of the USB memory.
Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or vibration.
Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or other such locations.
Do not allow USB memories to become wet.
Do not disassemble or modify the USB memory.
Never touch the terminals of the USB memory. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty.
When connecting a USB memory, position it horizontally with the BK-3s USB MEMORY port and insert it without using excessive force. The USB MEMORY port may be damaged if you use excessive force when inserting a USB memory.
Do not connect or disconnect a USB drive while it is being rear from, or written to (i.e., while the USB flash access indicator blinks).
Do not insert anything other than a USB memory (e.g., wire, coins, other types of device) into the USB MEMORY port. Doing so will damage the BK-3s USB MEMORY port.
Never connect your USB memory to the BK-3 via a USB hub.
Do not connect or disconnect a USB drive while it is being rear from, or written to (i.e., while the USB flash access indicator blinks).
Liability and copyright
Recording, duplication, distribution, sale, lease, performance, or broadcast of copyrighted material (musical works, visual works, broadcasts, live performances, etc.) belonging to a third party in part or in whole without the permission of the copyright owner is forbidden by law.
Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held by a third party. Roland assumes no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this unit.
Company names and product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed from Fraunhofer IIS Corporation and THOMSON Multimedia Corporation.
Copyright 2003 by Bitstream, Inc. All rights reserved. Bitstream Vera is a trademark of Bitstream, Inc.
MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which was developed by Technology Properties Limited (TPL). Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL group.
3. Look at What you Can Do!
Play the Keyboard
Play using various sounds This keyboard contains a wide variety tones (sounds). You can freely select and perform using these tones.
Play with accompaniment The BK-3 can supply a wide variety of accompaniments (rhythm) for the music you play. You can also play back rhythms located in your USB memory.
Select tones that match the atmosphere of the current rhythm (One Touch)
There are four One Touch memories per rhythm.
Favorite tones Using this function, you can create a list of 10 frequently used sounds and recall them instantly.
p. 19
p. 22
p. 26
Record Songs
Record your performance You can record your performance as audio data.
p. 41
Convenient Functions
Working with the Music Assistant It is a collection of registrations for given songs that select the most appropriate rhythm and sounds for the Keyboard parts.
Transpose the key of the keyboard, Rhythm or Song
This function allows you to transpose BK-3s pitch in semi-tone steps.
Change the octave This function allows you to transpose the Upper and Lower (UPP, LWR) real-time parts up or down in octave steps.
To practice in keeping a consistent tempo (Metronome)
You can perform while the metronome sounds. You can set the Volume, Tempo, Time Signature and Count In.
p. 36
p. 34
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p. 35
Play Songs
Play a song This unit can play songs in audio (wave or mp3) and SMF format directly by your USB memory.
Mute tracks or cancel the melody You can mute tracks of songs (SMF) and rhythms and attenuate the vocal part at the center of stereo image (Center Cancel) of an audio file (WAV or mp3).
Sing a song with the lyrics BK-3s display can show the lyrics of Standard MIDI Files or mp3 songs you load.
p. 28
p. 30
p. 43
Energy-Efficient Design
The power will turn off after a specified time has elapsed When thirty minutes have elapsed since you last played or operated the BK-3, the power will turn off automatically. * If you dont want the power to turn off automatically, change the Auto Off setting (p. 52).
Organize your performance
Create your performance list To prepare sets of Performance memories for any event like weddings, parties, anniversaries, etc.
p. 36
p. 16
Smf/Rhythm edit Functions
Makeup Tools for Rhythm or Song To edit the selected rhythm or SMF song (Standard MIDI File) without paying too much attention to the underlying parameters.
p. 53
Wireless LAN Functions
Ad-Hoc and WPS connection By inserting the wireless USB Adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold separately) into the BK-3s USB MEMORY port, youll be able to use wireless compatible applications (such as the Air Recorder iPhone app).
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Contents
1. Using the Unit Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2. Important Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3. Look at What you Can Do! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4. Panel Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Left Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Right Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
5. Shortcut List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
6. Before You Start Using BK-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Connecting the AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Connecting Headphones and External Audio Equipment . . . . .14 Connecting a MIDI Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Connecting the BK-3 to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Connecting an Optional Footswitch or Hold Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Installing the Music Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Turning the Power On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Turning the Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Turning the Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Adjusting the Sound Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Volume balance between the backing and the real-time parts 17 Demo of the BK-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
7. Basic Operation of the BK-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 About the Display and Cursor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Main page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Moving Between Windows and Setting Parameter Values 18
8. Playing the BK-3s Real-Time Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Selecting Tones and Playing the Keyboard (Upper Part) . . . . . . .19 Selecting Tones and Play Two Voices Simultaneously (Dual) . . .19 Play Different Voices with the Left and Right Hands (Split) . . . .19 Using the Numeric function to Select Tones, Rhythms and Performances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Setting the volume of the real-time parts (Upper and Lower) .20 Recalling a Favorite Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Viewing the List of Favorite Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Creating the List of Favorite Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
9. Favorite Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
10. Playing with Automatic Accompaniments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 About the Rhythms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Structure of the Rhythm Accompaniments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Using Rhythms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
[START/STOP] / [ */, ] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 [SYNC START] / [ + ] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 VARIATION [1], [2], [3], [4] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 [INTRO] / [ ' ] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 [ENDING] / [ & ] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 [BASS INV] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 [AUTO FILL IN] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Selecting Rhythms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Playing Back Rhythms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
11. One Touch Memories: Why using them? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Select a One Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Deselect One Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 How Can You Tell Whether the ONE TOUCH Function is On or Off? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Programming Your Own ONE TOUCH Settings (One Touch Edit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
What a One Touch memory saves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
12. Using the BK-3 as a USB player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Getting Ready to Use the BK-3 as a USB Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
File types the BK-3 can read and play back . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Selecting a Song or Rhythm on a USB Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Playing Back a Song or Rhythm from a USB Memory . . . . . . . . . .28 Activating the Play All Songs parameter for the USB memory 29
Activating the Play All Songs function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Deactivating the Play All Songs function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Loop function (MARK A/B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Setting and using the loop positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Using Track Mute and Center Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Selecting the Track(s) to Mute for Rhythms or SMF Songs . . . . .31 Changing the Name of a File or Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Deleting a File or Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Using the Search Function to Locate Songs or Rhythms . . . . . .32
13. Operations on USB Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
14. Other important functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Transposing to a Different Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Changing the Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Using the Melody Intell(igent) Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Using the Metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Metronome Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
15. Performance Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Performance/Music Assistant/Factory Songs Info . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Loading a Performance/Music Assistant/Factory Songs List .36 Recalling a Performance/Music Assistant/Factory Songs memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Quickly Locating Performance Memories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Saving your Settings as a Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Other Performance List Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Rename a Performance List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Delete a Performance List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Create a New Performance List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Editing Performance Memories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Delete a Performance memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Move a Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Saving the edited Performance List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Filtering Performance Memories Settings (Lock function) . . . . .39 Why is it Convenient to Use Filters (Lock Function)? . . . . .39 Which Parameter Can you Filter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 How to Switch Filters On/Off Directly by Panel . . . . . . . . . .39
16. Recording your performance as audio data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Listening to your recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
17. Menu options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 General procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Internal Lyrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Performance Edit parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Tone Part View parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Reverb Send . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Chorus Send . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Panpot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Key Touch (velocity sensitivity) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Eq Part Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Mfx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Hold Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Octave Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Coarse Tune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Fine Tune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Portamento Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Portamento Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Bender Assign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Bender Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Modulation Assign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Cut Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Resonance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Attack (only for Tones) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Decay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Vibrato Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
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Vibrato Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Vibrato Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 C1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Tone Part Mfx parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Mfx Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Mfx Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Mfx Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Rhythm Parts parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Solo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Split . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Split Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Lower Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Scale Tune Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Scale Tune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Arranger Setting parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Arranger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Arranger Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Tempo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Fill In Half Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Fill Ritardando . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 TempoCh Acc/Rit, TempoCh CPT, TempoCh Fill Rit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Using the Ritardando/Accelerando functions . .50
Melody Intelligent parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 2nd Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Intell Threshold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Hold Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Save As Default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Global parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Display Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Rhythm/SMF Track Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 One Touch Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Performance Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Favorite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Pedal Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Save Global . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
One Touch Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Makeup Tools (rhythms and SMF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Using the Makeup Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Common . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Reverb Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Chorus Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Reverb Level & Chorus Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Rhythm Volume/Song Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Rhythm Tempo/Song Tempo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Undo Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Tone (T), Drum (D ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Mute (T)/Drum Mute (D ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Solo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Perc Mute (D ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Reverb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Chorus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Panpot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Octave (T) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Velocity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Cut Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Resonance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Attack (T) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Decay (T) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Release (T) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Vibrato Rate (T) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Vibrato Depth (T) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Vibrato Delay (T) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Mfx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Mfx Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Mfx Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Equalizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Edit EQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Drum Instrument (D) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Freeze Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Saving Your New Rhythm or Song (SMF) Version in USB Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Preventing Double Notes when Working with a Sequencer (Local Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
MIDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 MIDI Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 MIDI Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 MIDI Tx/Rx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Sync Rx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Rhythm Pc (Tx/Rx Channel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 NTA (Note-to-Arranger channel Rx) . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Pitch Bender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Program Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Rx Velocity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Clock Tx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Start Stop Tx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 SMF Position Tx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Visual Control Tx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Checking a Tones or Rhythms MIDI Address . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Factory Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Formatting a USB memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
18. Controlling Video Equipment (Visual Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 How to Connect a Video Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 How to Enable/Disable the Video Control Function . . . . .61 Selecting clips and banks on an optional MIDI Visual Control/ V-LINK device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 What is MIDI Visual Control? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
19. Wireless LAN Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 What is Wireless LAN Function? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Basic Connection Method (Connect by WPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Wireless LAN Function Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Status Indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Access Point Indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Wireless Info Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Wireless Option Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point That You Select . . .63 Other Settings (Wireless Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Connecting in Ad-Hoc mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Checking the IP Address and MAC Address (WIRELESS INFO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
20. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
21. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
22. MIDI Implementation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
23. Chord Intelligence Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
24. Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
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4. Panel Description
Left Front Panel
1 Pitch Bend/Modulation lever You can raise or lower the pitch by moving this lever to the left or right. Push the lever away from yourself to apply modulation (normally vibrato) to the sound.
2 VOLUME knob Use this knob to set BK-3s global output volume (all signals transmitted to the speakers and PHONES/OUTPUT sockets).
3 RHYTHM FAMILY buttons These buttons are used to select the family of the next rhythm you want to use. Pressing one of these buttons calls up a list of all rhythms contained in the selected family. Pressing and holding this button locks the currently selected rhythm (p. 39).
4 TAP TEMPO button Pressing this button several times allows you to change the current rhythm or song tempo to the value calculated from the speed at which the button is pressed.
5 TEMPO buttons These buttons can be used to decrease or increase the tempo of the currently selected rhythm or song. Pressing them together recalls the rhythm or song stored tempo value.
MEMO You can also use the [TAP TEMPO] button to set the desired tempo
6 SYNC START button This button is used to activate or switch off the BK-3s Sync Start or Sync Stop function. If it is on, rhythm playback can be started or stopped by simply playing a note or chord on the keyboard. (p. 22).
While a song file is selected, this button stops playback.
7 BALANCE buttons These buttons allow you to set the balance between the rhythms and songs (BACKING) and the real-time parts (KEYBOARD).
8 BASS INV button This button is used to switch the Bass Inversion function on and off (p. 23).Press and hold it while pressing the [AUTO FILL IN] button you will activate/deactivate the Visual Control (p. 61).
9 AUTO FILL IN button This button is used to activate the Auto Fill-In function, which causes a transition to be played before selecting the new rhythm variation (which is selected with the VARIATION buttons). Press and hold it while pressing the [BASS INV] button you will activate/deactivate the Visual Control (p.61).
10 VARIATION 1/2/3/4 buttons These buttons are used to select a rhythm Variation, i.e. a simpler or more complex arrangement of the selected rhythm. When a song is selected the MARK buttons (Variation3/4) allow you to set and use playback loops. See Loop function (MARK A/B) (p. 30).
11 INTRO button When you activate this button, rhythm playback starts with a musical introduction whose complexity depends on which VARIATION button currently lights (there are four different introductions per rhythm).
After selecting a song file, this button allows you to rewind.
12 ENDING button When you activate this button, rhythm playback stops with a musical ending whose complexity depends on which VARIATION button currently lights (there are four different ending phrases per rhythm). After selecting a song file, this button allows you to fast-forward.
13 START/STOP button This button allows you to start and stop rhythm playback. If you select a song, it starts and temporarily stops (pause) song playback.
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14 Display This display shows information related to your operation.
15 Cursor and value buttons These buttons can be used to move the cursor in the display, to select parameters and to set values.
16 ENTER/SELECT/DESELECT button Press this button to confirm your selection or deselection of the display item where the cursor is.
17 PERFORMANCE LIST button This button calls up the Performance List (p. 36).
18 PERFORMANCE WRITE button The main function of this button is to save Performance settings. Depending on the selected display page, it can also be used to save Rhythms, Songs and One Touch.
19 KEY button This button calls up BK-3s transposition function. Its settings can be applied to rhythms, Songs and the 2 real-time parts (UPP, LWR). If the button indicator doesnt light, the rhythm, Songs and the 2 real-time parts use their normal pitch.
Pressing and holding this button locks the key (p. 39).
20 TRACK MUTE/CENTER CANCEL button This button lets you mute the accompaniment parts of the selected rhythm, so that only the bass and drum parts are played back. It also lets you mute the melody part of the selected MIDI File, or attenuate the vocal part at the center of an audio file (WAV or mp3), allowing you to sing or play that part yourself.
Pressing and holding this button calls up a display page where you can select the Standard MIDI File or rhythm part(s) that you dont want to hear.
21 METRONOME button Switches the metronome on/off. If you hold down this button, a screen will appear in which you can make settings, such as the time signature and volume of the metronome (p. 35).
22 USB MEMORY button Press this button to call up a list of the files stored in the USB memory connected to BK-3s USB MEMORY port.
23 AUDIO REC button This button is used to start audio recording of your performance. This function records everything the BK-3 transmits to its PHONES/OUTPUT sockets (audio signals you play back and audio versions of the MIDI parts you control) (p. 41).
24 MENU button This button allows you to open BK-3s menu page where you can view and select all available functions.
Press it together with the [EXIT] button to listen to BK-3s demo songs.
25 EXIT button This button is used to return to a higher menu level.
Press and hold it to return to BK-3s main display page.
26 ONE TOUCH button This button is used to enable the recall of One Touch memories. Pressing and holding it calls up a display page where you can edit and save One Touch memories.
MEMO Use the TONE buttons [1]~[4] to select or deselect a One Touch memory (p. 26).
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24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
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Panel Description
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27 KEYBOARD SPLIT button This button allows you to split the keyboard in two halves: the left half is then used to provide the Rhythm function with chord information, while the right half allows you to play melodies with Upper (UPP) part (p.19). If the dual function is active ([DUAL] button lights) the left half of the keyboard plays the Lower (LWR) part too.
Pressing and holding this button calls up a display page where you can select the split parameters.
Simultaneously pressing this button and [KEYBOARD DUAL] button (without holding them) opens the display page where you can set the volume of the Upper and Lower parts.
28 KEYBOARD DUAL button Lets you play the Upper (UPP) and Lower (LWR) part simultaneously. (p. 19)
Pressing and holding this button calls up a display page where you can change the tone of the Lower part.
Simultaneously pressing this button and [KEYBOARD SPLIT] button (without holding them) opens the display page where you can set the volume of the Upper and Lower parts.
29 OCTAVE buttons These buttons allow you to transpose the current selected part (UPP, LWR) up or down in octave steps.
30 MELODY INTELL button This buttons is used to add an automatic countermelody (second or third voice) to your solos or melodies.
Pressing and holding it calls up a display page where you can view the Melody Intelligent parameter.
31 FAVORITE button Press this button if you want to use the [TONE] buttons to recall your favorite sounds (p. 21).
32 NUMERIC button Press this button if you want to use the [TONE] buttons to enter numeric values (p. 20).
33 TONE buttons (Tone selection)/[0]~[9] (numeric buttons) These buttons allow you to select Tones by category (p. 19).
You can also use them to input numeric values. To do so, first activate the [NUMERIC] button.
Pressing and holding any of these buttons locks the Tone (p. 39).
Rear Panel
1 POWER switch Turns the power on/off (p. 16).
With the factory settings BK-3s power will automatically be switched off 30 minutes after you stop playing or operating the BK-3.
If BK-3s power has been turned off automatically, you can use the [POWER] switch to turn the BK-3 back on. If you dont want the power to turn off automatically, set the Auto Off parameter to OFF (p. 52).
2 DC IN socket Connect the supplied PSB-1U AC adapter here (p. 14).
3 PEDAL HOLD/SWITCH Connect a separately available pedal switch (Roland DP-series), a separately available foot switch (BOSS FS-5U).
4 MIDI IN & OUT sockets You can connect MIDI devices to these sockets (p. 15).
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5 PHONE/OUTPUT This socket allows you to connect an optional headphone (Roland RH-series) or connect the BK-3 to an external audio equipment.
For more information see Connecting Headphones and External Audio Equipment (p. 14).
NOTE
When you use the PHONES/OUTPUT jack to connect keyboard amplifier, stereo system, or other stereo audio device, you can activate the internal speakers by Speaker Mode parameter (p. 51).
6 USB COMPUTER port Use a USB cable to connect the BK-3 to your computer via this connector (p. 15).
7 USB MEMORY port Connect an optional USB memory here.
NOTE
* Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in-until it is firmly in place.
* Use USB memory sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if any another USB memory is used.
* Roland does not recommend using USB hubs, irrespective of whether they are active or passive. Please connect only one USB memory to this port.
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5. Shortcut List Pressing and holding the following buttons (or button combinations) allows you to directly jump to a related parameter page, which is faster than selecting the page in question via BK-3s menu. Some of these buttons activate a lock function (p. 39).
Press an hold Function
Pressing and holding one of the RHYTHM FAMILY buttons locks the rhythm so as to keep it from changing when you select another Performance memory or Music Assistant.
Pressing and holding one of the TONE buttons locks the Tone so as to keep it from changing when you select another Performance memory or Music Assistant.
Locks the tempo or Key setting to keep it from changing when you select another Performance memory or Music Assistant.
Open the Metronome page allowing you to specify when and how the metronome should sound.
Opens the Rhythm Track Mute or Song Track Mute page.
After activating record standby mode (the indicator flashes), pressing and holding this button will cancel that mode (use it if you dont want to record after all).
Takes you back to the main page, no matter where you currently are.
Opens the One Touch Edit page.
[SPLIT] button opens the Split page. [DUAL] button opens the display page that shows
which the current Tone for the lower part is. [SPLIT] + [DUAL] buttons: simultaneously pressing
them (without holding them) opens the display page where you can set the volume of the Upper and Lower parts.
Opens the Melody Intelligence page.
+ Open the list of Favorite Tones.
NOTE Press these buttons simultaneously, without holding them.
+ To memorize the sound selected to the associated favorite memory number [0]~[9], press and hold the [Favorite] button and one of the TONE buttons [0]~[9].
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6. Before You Start Using BK-3
Connecting the AC Adaptor 1. Turn the [VOLUME] knob all the way to the left to
minimize the volume.
2. Connect the included power cord to the AC adapter. The indicator will light once you plug the AC adaptor into a wall outlet.
Place the AC adapter so that the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards.
NOTE
Depending on your region, the included power cord may differ from the one shown above.
3. Connect the AC adaptor to BK-3s DC IN jack.
4. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. The indicator will light once you plug the AC adaptor into a wall outlet
NOTE
Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit (PSB-1U). Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adapter body. Other AC adapters may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.
NOTE
If you wont be using the BK-3 for an extended period of time, disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
AC Adapter
Power cord
to an AC outlet Indicator
Connecting Headphones and External Audio Equipment
You can connect the PHONES/OUTPUT jack to a set of Headphones as well as keyboard amplifier, stereo system, or other stereo audio device.
The internal speakers are automatically shut off when a plug is inserted into this jack.
NOTE
When you use the PHONES/OUTPUT jack to connect keyboard amplifier, stereo system, or other stereo audio device, you can activate the internal speakers by Speaker Mode parameter (p. 51).
1. Turn the [VOLUME] knob all the way to the left to minimize the volume.
2. Connect the BK-3s PHONES/OUTPUT jack to the set of headphones or to the inputs of your external audio device.
3. Use the BK-3s [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume.
Cautions when using headphones To prevent damage to the cords internal conductors, avoid rough
handling. When using headphones, mainly try to handle either the plug or the headset.
Your headphones may be damaged if the volume of a device is already turned up when you plug them in. Minimize the volume before you plug in the headphones.
Excessive input will not only damage your hearing, but may also strain the headphones. Please enjoy music at a reasonable volume.
NOTE
To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume and turn off all units before making any connections.
Connecting a MIDI Device
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2. Refer to the Roland website for system requirements. Roland website: http://www.roland.com/ As an alternative, you can connect the BK-3s MIDI OUT and MIDI IN sockets to a MIDI interface and connect the latter to your computer.
If the computer doesnt see the BK-3 Normally, you dont need to install a driver in order to connect the BK-3 to your computer. However, if some problem occurs, or if the performance is poor, using the Roland original driver may solve the problem.
For details on downloading and installing the Roland original driver, refer to the Roland website:
http://www.roland.com/
Specify the USB driver you want to use, and then install the driver. For details, refer to USB Driver (p. 52).
NOTE To avoid the risk of malfunction and/or damage to external
speakers, always turn the volume all the way down and switch off the power on all devices before you make any connections.
Only MIDI data can be transmitted and received via USB. Audio data for a song recorded on the BK-3cannot be transmitted or received.
Switch on the power to the BK-3 before you start up the MIDI application on your computer. Never turn the BK-3s power on/off while your MIDI application is running.
Connecting an Optional Footswitch or Hold Pedal
The BK-3 provides a PEDAL HOLD/SWITCH jack to which you can connect an optional footswitch (Roland DP-series or BOSS FS-5U).
You can select the function that the footswitch should perform (p. 52). By default, the footswitch will control the Hold function.
Connecting a MIDI Device The BK-3 can transmit and receive performance data when connected to an external MIDI device, which enables the two devices to control each others performance.
Connection example If you use a MIDI cable to connect this units MIDI OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector of your external MIDI sound module, youll be able to produce sound on the external MIDI sound module by playing this units keyboard. As necessary, set the external MIDI sound modules receive channel to match this units MIDI transmit channel.
MIDI channels MIDI provides sixteen channels, numbered 1~16. Even if two MIDI devices are connected, you wont be able to select or play sounds on the other device unless both devices are set to the same MIDI channel.
The BK-3 is capable of receiving on all channels, 1~16.
NOTE
Before making connections with other devices, you must turn down the volume of all devices and turn off the power to avoid malfunctions or speaker damage.
Connecting the BK-3 to Your Computer
If you use a USB cable (commercially available) to connect the COMPUTER port located on the BK-3s rear panel to the USB port of your computer, youll be able to do the following things: Use the BK-3 as a sound module. By transferring MIDI data between the BK-3 and your sequencer
software, youll be able to enjoy a wide range of possibilities for music production and editing.
1. Use a standard USB cable (AgB-type connectors, commercially available) to connect the BK-3 to your computer as shown below.
What is MIDI? MIDI, short for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, was developed as a universal standard for the exchange of performance data among electronic musical instruments and computers.
The BK-3 is equipped with MIDI connectors to let it exchange performance data with external devices. These connectors can be used to connect the unit to an external device for even greater versatility.
BK-3 MIDI sound module/ sequencer
Using the BK-3 to play your MIDI sound module
Playing the BK-3s sounds from your MIDI sequencer
Before You Start Using BK-3
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Installing the Music Rest 1. Install the music rest as shown in the illustration.
NOTE
When moving the BK-3, be sure to remove the music rest as a safety precaution.
NOTE
Do not apply excessive force to the music rest.
NOTE
The music rest is not designed to accept the placement of
laptops or other heavy objects.
Turning the Power On/Off Once everything is properly connected, be sure to follow the procedure below to turn on their power. See 6. Before You Start Using BK-3 (p. 14). If you turn on equipment in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction or equipment failure.
Turning the Power On 1. Turn the [VOLUME] knob all the way to the left to
minimize the volume
NOTE
Before turning the BK-3 on/off, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some sound when switching the BK-3 on/off.
However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
2. Press the [POWER] switch to turn on the power.
The power will turn on, an opening message will appear in the BK-3s screen, and then the main page will appear.
After a brief interval, the BK-3 will be ready to produce sound.
3. Use the [VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume.
NOTE
This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.
Turning the Power Off 1. Turn the [VOLUME] knob all the way to the left to
minimize the volume.
NOTE
Never switch off the BK-3 while playback or recording is running or while data are being read from, or written to, an external USB memory.
2. Press the BK-3s [POWER] switch. The display will go dark and the power will turn off.
NOTE
If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the [POWER] switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Refer to Connecting the AC Adaptor (p. 14).
On
Off
If you dont want the power to turn off automatically, turn the Auto Off setting off !
With the factory settings, the units power will automati- cally be switched off 30 minutes after you stop playing or operating the unit. Shortly before the BK-3 shuts down automatically, the display starts counting down the seconds. If you want to keep using the BK-3 at this stage, press any button. When the BK-3 is turned off by the Auto Off function, the [POWER] buttons position doesnt change, which means that you need to press it once, wait a few seconds, then press it again to switch the BK-3 back on.
If you dont want the power to turn off automatically, change the Auto Off setting to OFF as described on p. 52.
Adjusting the Sound Volume
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Demo of the BK-3 Your BK-3 contains a demo that introduces all of its highlights. It might be a good idea to try it out now. The demo is self-explanatory, so well just show you how to start and stop it.
1. Simultaneously press the [MENU] and [EXIT] buttons.
Playback starts automatically with the demo song.
2. Press the [EXIT] button to leave the demo function.
NOTE
No data for the music that is played back will be output from MIDI OUT.
NOTE
All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this material for purposes other than private, personal enjoyment is a violation of applicable laws.
NOTE
When the BK-3 has been switched off by Auto Off , you need to press the [POWER] button, wait a few seconds, then press the button again to switch the BK-3 back on. (Do not switch it on too quickly.)
Adjusting the Sound Volume Heres how to adjust the volume of your keyboard playing or the playback volume of an internal song.
If headphones are connected, use the [Volume] knob to adjust the headphone volume.
1. Turn the [Volume] knob to adjust the overall volume. Adjust the volume while you play the keyboard to produce sound.
Turning the knob toward the right will increase the volume, and turning it toward the left will decrease the volume.
Volume balance between the backing and the real-time parts
If the rhythm accompaniment or song is too loud or too soft with respect to the real-time parts you are using, you can change the balance with the [BACKING] and [KEYBOARD] buttons:
When the [BACKING] or [KEYBOARD] button is pressed, the BALANCE pop-up window appears, showing the current setting:
After about 3 seconds, the pop-up window disappears again.
Press the [BACKING] and [KEYBOARD] buttons together to center the volume balance.
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About the Display and Cursor Operation
This section introduces the information that appear on the main page in BK-3s display and how to navigate the menu.
Main page
Current measure or remaining time
Selected or linked file type: stl, SMF, WAV, mp3
Time signature Tempo setting or time stretching
Current Key setting
Octave settings of the Upper and Lower parts.
Name of the selected rhythm (or loaded file)
One Touch memory indication
Lock status field
Real-time part field: UPP, LWR.
Selected sounds Name of the last chord you played
Wireless icon
Moving Between Windows and Setting Parameter Values
Using the following buttons you can navigate the menu, select the setting you want to change and change it:
Here is an example of how to do it.
1. Press [MENU] button. The display changes to:
7. Basic Operation of the BK-3
This page allows you to select the function group that contains the setting you want to change.
NOTE
In some cases, the [MENU] button may recall a special edit menu window instead of a main menu page.
2. Press the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the entry of the desired function group. For this example, we will select Global.
3. Press the [ENTER] button to go to the Global function group. The display changes to:
On this display page, Display Contrast, Tuning and other entries can be changed directly. Other entries provide access to additional display pages.
4. Press the [UP] or [DOWN] button to move the cursor to the parameter whose value you want to change. For example Display Contrast.
5. Press the [ENTER] button to select the parameter. The setting field of the selected parameter is displayed in reverse.
TIPS
You can change value without selecting or deselecting the parameter ([ENTER] button) but using the [INC] or [DEC] buttons directly.
6. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to change the value.
7. Press the [ENTER] button again to deselect the field.
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5. If you need select a Tone of another family, press another Tone button and repeat the step 3.
6. Press [EXIT] to leave the Tone selection page.
Selecting Tones and Play Two Voices Simultaneously (Dual)
1. Press and hold the [DUAL] button. The following screen appears.
The sound selected for the Lower part is displayed in reverse.
2. Press the [INC] or [DEC] button to select the desired Tone in the list.
MEMO
Tones can also be selected by simply pressing the [NUMERIC] key and entering their number (p. 20).
3. You can also use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to move the cursor in the list and then press [ENTER] to select the Tone
4. If you need select a Tone of another family, press another Tone button and repeat the step 2.
5. Press the [DUAL] button to activate the Lower part. The [DUAL] button lights and Lower part plays full keyboard.
6. Play the keyboard. Youll hear the sound of Lower and Upper part simultaneously.
7. Press [EXIT] to leave the Tone selection page.
MEMO
If the Split function is active ([SPLIT] button lights) the notes to the left of split point are played back by Lower part (p.19).
Play Different Voices with the Left and Right Hands (Split) 1. Press the [SPLIT] button
The [SPLIT] button lights.
Your BK-3 contains two real-time parts: Upper (UPP) and Lower (LWR). You can assign the desired sounds (or Tones) to each part.
Selecting Tones and Playing the Keyboard (Upper Part)
In BK-3 the sounds you can assign to the parts are called Tones. The BK-3 allows you to assign any of the available Tones to any of the two real-time parts. Tone selection always applies to the part (UPP or LWR) whose field is currently displayed in reverse. The BK-3 has ten tone buttons.
1. Press a TONE buttons [0]~[9] to select the instrumental sound that you want to play.
The following screen appears.
The sound selected is displayed in reverse.
MEMO
You can also select one of the favorite sounds. See 9. Favorite Tones (p. 21).
2. Play the keyboard. Youll hear the sound of the selected instrument.
3. Press the [INC] or [DEC] button to select another desired Tone in the list.
MEMO
Tones can also be selected by simply pressing the [NUMERIC] key and entering their number (p. 20).
4. You can also use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to move the cursor in the list and then press [ENTER] to select the Tone. In this case the Tone is recalled when you press the [ENTER] button.
8. Playing the BK-3s Real-Time Parts
Playing the BK-3s Real-Time Parts
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The BK-3 is now in Split mode: note numbers below the split point are used to transpose rhythm playback in real-time and to play the Lower part (if it is active). Note numbers above the split point can be used to play melodies using the Upper part.
C4 (default) Lower (LWR) Upper (UPP)
Split Point
2. Press the [DUAL] button to activate the Lower part. The [DUAL] button lights.
3. Play the keyboard. The notes you play with your left hand sound the Lower part (LWR) , while the notes you play with your right sound the Upper part.
MEMO
The default setting for the split point is note number 60 (C4). You can change the split point to a different note (Split Point (p. 47).
Using the Numeric function to Select Tones, Rhythms and Performances
The Numeric function can be used to enter the number of the Tone, Rhythm or Performance memory you want to use, which is faster than scrolling with the [UP] and [DOWN] buttons.
Below please find an example that shows you how to use the NUMERIC function for selecting Tones.
In the following example, we will assign a different sound to the Upper part.
1. Press the TONE button that contains the instrumental sound that you want to play.
MEMO
By pressing and holding one of these buttons, you activate the lock function for Tone selection, which means that Tones no longer change when you select Performance memories. See Filtering Performance Memories Settings (Lock function) (p. 39).
2. Press the [NUMERIC] button to open the following window:
The TONE buttons flash.
3. Press the TONE buttons that correspond to the figures you want to enter ([0]~[9]).
For Tones, you can enter up to 4 digits. To select Tone 6, for instance, simply pressing the [6] button is enough (the display will show 0006).
NOTE
If you make a mistake, the quickest way to correct it is by pressing the [0] button four times (to enter 0000) and then restarting.
For Rhythms and Performance memories, up to 3 digits can be entered.
NOTE
If you try to enter a higher number than possible for the current item, a warning is displayed (Tone doesnt exist ).
4. Press the [ENTER] button to confirm your entry. The Numeric pop-up disappears and the display jumps to the Tone (and family) you selected.
5. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the main page.
Setting the volume of the real-time parts (Upper and Lower)
The BK-3 provides an easy way to change the volume balance of the Upper and Lower parts.
1. Simultaneously press the [SPLIT] and [DUAL] buttons to call up the Parts Volume page.
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the UPP or LWR volume field.
3. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select the desired volume.
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performance, and recall these sounds instantly.
1. While the [FAVORITE] button is dark, select the sound that you want to memorize. See Selecting Tones and Playing the Keyboard (Upper Part) (p. 19).
2. Press and hold [FAVORITE] and press a TONE buttons [0]~[9] to memorize the previous sound selected to the associated favorite memory number [0]~[9].
3. If you want to memorize another tone, select the tone and repeat from steps (2).
4. See Recalling a Favorite Tone to recall a favorite tone.
NOTE
The list of Favorite Tone is automatically saved to the BK-3s global memory.
This function allows you to create a list of 10 frequently used sounds and recall them instantly.
Recalling a Favorite Tone 1. Press the [FAVORITE] button, so its lit.
2. Press a TONE buttons [0]~[9] to select the favorite tone that you want to play on the Upper part.
The selected sound will be recalled immediately.
NOTE
The list of 10 Favorite Tones available for the Upper part is also available for the Lower part. To assign the Favorite Tones to the Lower part: Press and hold [DUAL] and select one of the TONE buttons [0]~[9]. Make sure that the [FAVORITE] button is lights.
3. Press the [FAVORITE] button again to exit from selection of Favorite tones.
Viewing the List of Favorite Tones 1. Press the [FAVORITE] and [NUMERIC] buttons
simultaneously (without holding them) The Favorite window appears:
The Favorite sound list can be also selected using [MENU] button Global Favorite.
Creating the List of Favorite Tones You can make a list of 10 sounds that you frequently use in live
9. Favorite Tones
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10. Playing with Automatic Accompaniments The BK-3 contains a function that plays back automatic accompaniments called rhythms. This section explains how to take advantage of the BK-3s accompaniments
About the Rhythms The BK-3 can generate interactive accompaniments based on the rhythm you select. Each rhythm is a typical accompaniment for a given musical genre. The BK-3 comes with 250 internal rhythms divided over 5 families (see the RHYTHM FAMILY section on the front panel).
Unlike a drum machine, a BK-3 Rhythm not only contains the rhythm part (drums & percussion) but also a melodic accompaniment, such as piano, guitar, bass and strings lines. The melodic accompaniment parts of the selected Rhythms follow the chords you play on the keyboard.
You can also record both your playing and the accompaniment 16. Recording your performance as audio data (p. 41).
Structure of the Rhythm Accompaniments
Each Rhythm comprises several patterns that you can play back using the following buttons:
Button Explanation
VARIATION [1], [2], [3], [4]
If the VARIATION [1] button lights, the rhythm function plays a simple accompaniment (usually with fewer instruments).
The other VARIATIONs become gradually more complex up to the VARIATION [4], that plays the most complex accompaniments.
INTRO
If you switch on this button (indicator lights) and press [START/STOP]/[ */, ] button the rhythm playback begins with an introduction.
Depending on the type of VARIATION button lighted you will have either a simpler or a more complex introduction.
ENDING
If you press this button while a Rhythm is being played back ([START/STOP]/[ */, ] but- ton flashes), the BK-3 starts playing a closing phrase (Ending) on the next downbeat. At the end of this phrase, playback stops.
Depending on the type of VARIATION button lighted you will have either a simpler or a more complex closing phrase.
The available Rhythm patterns could be used as follows:
INTRO VARIATION 1 or 2
Beginning of the song.
First verse (simple accompaniment).
First chorus (richer accompaniment).
Last verse (simple accompaniment).
Closing section.
VARIATION 3 or 4
VARIATION 1 or 2
ENDING
If the [AUTO FILL IN] button lights, the BK-3 plays a transition before switching to the newly selected VARIATION pattern. Example: if the VARIATION [1] pattern is running, pressing the [4] button will not switch to that pattern right away. The BK-3 first plays a fill-in to announce the new song section.
NOTE
While the four Variation patterns are repeated indefinitely until you stop Rhythm playback, the Intro and Ending phrases are played only once.
Using Rhythms The interactive aspect about the rhythms is that you can change the key of the accompaniment simply by playing different notes or chords. Additionally, you can select different variations (more or less complex
arrangements) for the active rhythm. The BK-3 provides several buttons for this.
[START/STOP] / [ */, ]
This button is used to start and stop rhythm playback. While a rhythm is running, the buttons indicator flashes red on the first beat of each bar, and green on the remaining beats.
MEMO
You can also start (and stop) rhythm playback simply by playing on the keyboard. See the next function. (The Start/ Stop function can also be assigned to an optional footswitch.)
[SYNC START] / [ + ]
This button activates and switches off the Sync Start or Sync Start/Stop function. Pressing it several times allows you to select one of the following options:
Function [SYNC START] indicator Explanation
Sync Start Lights red Rhythm playback can be started by playing a note or chord. Press [START/STOP]/[ */, ] to stop rhythm playback.
Sync Start/Stop Lights green Rhythm playback can be started by playing a note or chord. Playback will stop when you release all keys.
Dark Rhythm playback needs to be started and stopped using the [START/STOP]/[ */, ]button (or the assigned optional footswitch).
Using Rhythms
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VARIATION [1], [2], [3], [4]
These buttons are used to select the complexity (number of parts) of the rhythm arrangement:
[VARIATION] Explanation
[1] The simplest accompaniment pattern. A good choice for the first of the songs you play.
[2] A slightly more complex pattern you may want to use for subsequent verses.
[3] This pattern would be a good choice for the first chorus
[4] This is the most complex arrangement. Consider selecting it for the bridge or the final chorus sections of a song.
MEMO
The VARIATION patterns are repeated (played back in a loop) until a different pattern is selected or rhythm playback is stopped.
[INTRO] / [ ' ]
Selects an introduction, which is usually used at the beginning of a song. You can, however, also select this pattern for other song sections. The behavior of the Intro pattern depends on when you press the [INTRO] button:
[INTRO] Explanation
Pressed before starting rhythm playback
The indicator lights.
When you start rhythm playback, the BK-3 first plays a musical introduction. (This pattern is played back only once).
Pressed during rhythm playback
The indicator flashes to signal that the INTRO pattern will begin on the next downbeat.
When the intro is finished, the BK-3 returns to the previously selected VARIATION pattern.
There are, in fact, four different INTRO patterns, that can be selected using the VARIATION [1], [2], [3] and [4] buttons. Again, the VARIATION buttons determine the complexity of the intro
arrangement.
[ENDING] / [ & ]
This button allows you to end your songs with a suitable closing section if you dont want to simply stop playback. The behavior of the Ending pattern depends on when you press the [ENDING] button:
[ENDING] Explanation
Pressed before starting rhythm playback
The indicator lights.
When you start rhythm playback, the BK-3 plays a musical ending. At the end of the phrase, playback stops.
Pressed during rhythm playback
The indicator flashes to signal that the ENDING pattern will begin on the next downbeat.
When the ending is finished, rhythm playback stops.
There are four different ENDING patterns, that can be selected using the VARIATION [1], [2], [3] and [4] buttons.
Again, the VARIATION buttons determine the complexity of the arrangement
[BASS INV]
This button is used to switch the Bass Inversion function on or off. While the button is dark, the rhythm bass part always plays the fundamental of your notes or chords. Example: if you play a chord consisting of the notes C, E and G (which is recognized as a C major chord), the bass part plays a C.
If the [BASS INV] button lights, the rhythm bass part uses the lowest notes of the chords you play.
Example: if you play a chord consisting of the notes E, G and C (still a C major chord), the bass part plays an E. This function therefore gives you more artistic licence.
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[AUTO FILL IN]
When this button lights, the BK-3 plays a transition before switching to the newly selected VARIATION pattern. Example: if the VARIATION [1] pattern is running, pressing the [4] button will not switch to that pattern right awaythe BK-3 first plays a fill-in to announce the new song section.
NOTE
The duration of the fill-ins (transitions) can be halved if you like. See Fill In Half Bar (p. 49). You can also speed up or slow down playback during a fill-in. See Fill Ritardando (p. 49).
Selecting Rhythms 1. Press a RHYTHM FAMILY button to select the rhythm
family.
NOTE
By pressing and holding one of these buttons, you activate the lock function for rhythm selection, which means that rhythms no longer change when you select Performance memories (p. 39).
The display shows a list of the rhythms that belong to this family. If the currently selected rhythms belongs to the family whose button you pressed, its name is displayed in reverse and the indicator of the button you pressed lights:
If you press a different RHYTHM FAMILY button, the display shows the beginning of the associated list (but the indicator of the associated family button doesnt light):
2. Press the [INC] or [DEC] button to select another desired Rhythm in the list.
The name of selected Rhythm is displayed in reverse.
3. You can also use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to move the cursor in the list and then press [ENTER] to select the Rhythm. In this case the Rhythm is recalled when you press the [ENTER] button.
4. If you need select a Rhythm of another family, press another Rhythm button and repeat the step 2.
5. Press [EXIT] to leave the Rhythm selection page.
MEMO
Rhythms can also be selected by simply pressing the [NUMERIC] key and entering their number (p. 20).
Playing Back Rhythms 1. Set the BK-3s [VOLUME] knob to a reasonable level (about
1/4).
2. Press the [SPLIT] button if you want to play in Split mode.
MEMO
The default setting for the split point is note number 60 (C4). You can change the split point to a different note .See Split Point (p. 47).
3. Select the rhythm you want to use.
4. Press the VARIATION [1], [2], [3] or [4] button to select the complexity of the verse pattern. For example press the VARIATION [2].
5. Press the [INTRO] / [ & ] button (it lights) to start rhythm playback with an introduction.
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6. Press the VARIATION [1], [2], [3] or [4] button to select the complexity of the INTRO pattern.
For example press the VARIATION [3].
The VARIATION button pressed at the step 6. lights and the VARIATION button pressed at the step 4. flashes to indicate the verse complexity that will be played back at the end of the Intro pattern.
7. Play a chord on the keyboard.
8. The main page displays the name of the last chord the BK-3 recognized:
9. Press the [START/STOP]/[*/,] button to start rhythm playback. The [START/STOP]/[ */, ] indicator lights and the BK-3 starts playing back the introductory phrase.
10. Play different chords on the keyboard and listen to the effect this has on the rhythm.
11. Switch on the [AUTO FILL IN] button (it lights).
This means that when you select a different VARIATION pattern, the BK-3 will play a transition (fill-in) before switching to the new pattern.
12. Press a VARIATION [1], [2], [3] or [4] button to select a more complex or a simpler accompaniment.
If you press it before the last beat of the current measure, the fill-in starts immediately and lasts until the end of the current measure, then the newly selected VARIATION pattern is played back.
If you press the desired VARIATION button on the last beat of a bar, the fill-in starts at the next downbeat and lasts an entire bar. Only then will the BK-3 switch to the newly selected VARIATION pattern.
13. If necessary, you can change the rhythms tempo: Press the TEMPO [] or [] button to decrease or increase the
tempo Press the [TAP TEMPO] button at least three times at the desired
tempo.
The BK-3 calculates the intervals between your presses and sets the corresponding tempo value.
MEMO
Simultaneously press the TEMPO [] and [] buttons (STANDARD) to return to the rhythms preset tempo.
TIPS
You can press and hold the [TAP TEMPO] button to lock the tempo setting (p. 39).
14. Press the [ENDING] / [ & ] button to end rhythm playback with a suitable closing section.
You could also stop playback simply by pressing the [START/STOP]/ [ */, ] button or by releasing all keys on the keyboard. See [SYNC START] / [ + ] (p. 22).
While rhythm or SMF song playback is stopped, the [TAP TEMPO] button flashes to indicate the selected tempo.
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The ONE TOUCH memories help you to select Tones for the real-time parts that match the atmosphere of the current rhythm. There are four such ONE TOUCH memories per rhythm.
Select a One Touch 1. Select the desired rhythm.
See Selecting Rhythms (p. 24).
2. Switch on the [ONE TOUCH] button (its indicator lights).
If you havent selected any ONE TOUCH memory since switching on the BK-3, the indicators of TONE buttons [1], [2], [3] and [4] flash. Otherwise, the BK-3 automatically recalls the last ONE TOUCH memory you selected.
The main page displays OT -- (or the number of the last ONE TOUCH memory).
The indicators of TONE buttons [1]~[4] flash.
3. Press the flashing TONE button assigned to the desired ONE TOUCH memory ([1]~[4]).
The indicator of the button you press lights, while the indicators of the remaining three buttons still flash.
4. Start playback of the rhythm. See Playing Back Rhythms (p. 24).
5. Play a melody on the keyboard.
6. Now press another TONE ([1]~[4]) button than the one that is currently active.
7. Again play a melody on the keyboard. The newly selected ONE TOUCH memory has recalled a different sound for the melody part. Note that the ONE TOUCH function also
recalls other settings, like the tempo, INTRO/ENDING, etc.
MEMO
The BK-3 has a function that allows you to exclude certain settings when a new ONE TOUCH memory is selected. See
One Touch Hold (p. 51).
8. Press a different TONE [1]~[4] button to recall the associated ONE TOUCH memory. Tone selection for the real-time part as well as other settings change in accordance with the newly selected ONE TOUCH memory.
Deselect One Touch 1. To switch off the ONE TOUCH function and return to the
Tones that were selected before you activated the ONE TOUCH function, press the TONE [1]~[4] button whose indicator lights steadily. Its indicator flashes along with the other three TONE buttons.
2. Press the [ONE TOUCH] button to leave ONE TOUCH memory selection mode. The TONE buttons stop flashing. (Only the indicator corresponding to the last Tone family you selected lights steadily.) You can now select different Tones for real-time part without actually leaving the ONE TOUCH function (if it is still on).
How Can You Tell Whether the ONE TOUCH Function is On or Off?
If the ONE TOUCH field on the main page is followed by a number (1~4), the ONE TOUCH function is currently on. If the ONE TOUCH field is followed by a dash (), the ONE TOUCH function is off.
One Touch (1) ON
One Touch OFF
11. One Touch Memories: Why using them?
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Programming Your Own ONE TOUCH Settings (One Touch Edit)
The BK-3 allows you to save your own ONE TOUCH settings, which may come in handy for CUSTOM rhythms for which there are no presets. The following operation saves the rhythm and its (new) ONE TOUCH settings to the My Rhythms folder on the USB memory connected to the USB MEMORY port.
NOTE
Never remove a USB memory while this unit is turned on. Doing so may corrupt the units data or the data on the USB memory.
NOTE
Carefully insert the optional USB memory all the way into the port until it is firmly in place.
1. Connect an optional USB memory to the BK-3.
After a few seconds, the display shows the contents of the USB memory. This page is of no importance here.
2. Press and hold the [ONE TOUCH] button. The display changes to:
Upper tone Lower tone
This One Touch Edit page can also be selected via
the BK-3s menu.
3. Use the [UP] , [DOWN], [INC] and [DEC] buttons to select the ONE TOUCH memory you want to change, and confirm with the [ENTER] button. The display changes to:
(Here, ONE TOUCH memory 2 has been selected for editing.)
TIPS
You can also select the desired ONE TOUCH memory by first pressing the [ONE TOUCH] button and then one of the flashing
TONE buttons [1]~[4].
4. Change the required settings. As soon as you change any setting, the display alerts you to the fact that the contents of the selected memory no longer corresponds to the current settings (EDITED):
5. Use the [UP] and [DOWN] button to select the memory where you want to save your new settings.
6. Press the [WRITE] button. The display changes to:
NOTE
The above message is only displayed the first time you press [WRITE] after editing a ONE TOUCH memory.
7. To save your ONE TOUCH changes, use the [INC] and [DEC] button to select Yes and press [ENTER]. The display shows the Executing message and then Operation Complete.
Select No and press [ENTER] if you dont want to save your changes after all.
If the My Rhythms folder on the USB memory already contains a rhythm file of the same name
In that case, the display shows the following message when you select Yes and press [ENTER] (see above):
What a One Touch memory saves Group Parameters Parameter
Front Panel (button status)
VARIATION [1], [2], [3], [4]
[AUTO FILL IN]
[INTRO/ENDING]
[SYNC START]
[SPLIT]
[DUAL]
[MELODY INTELL]
Performance Edit Tone Part View (p. 43). All except for Key Touch
Performance Edit Tone Part Mfx (p. 46). All
Performance Edit Split (p. 47). All
Performance Edit Arranger Setting (p. 48).
Arranger
Zone
Type
Performance Edit Melody Intelligent (p. 50). All
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12. Using the BK-3 as a USB player This section explains how to playback MIDI (SMF) and audio songs stored on an optional USB memory. Note that it is also possible to select rhythms on that device and to use them in the same way as the internal rhythms. New song and rhythm files can be copied to the USB memory using your computer as you purchase them.
Getting Ready to Use the BK-3 as a USB Player 1. On your computer, copy the new song and rhythm files to
an optional USB memory (memory stick).
NOTE
Use USB memory sold by Roland (M-UF-series). We cannot guarantee operation if any other USB memory is used.
2. Connect the USB memory to your BK-3.
NOTE
Carefully insert the optional USB memory all the way into the port until it is firmly in place.
NOTE
Never remove a USB memory while this unit is turned on. Doing so may corrupt the units data or the data on the USB memory.
NOTE
The BK-3 supports USB memories with a capacity of up to
2 TB.
File types the BK-3 can read and play back Extension Format
Rhythms .stl
Standard MIDI Files (SMF)
.mid 0 or 1
.kar
Audio files
.mp3
MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3
Sampling frequency: 44.1kHz
Bit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/ 128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps,
VBR (variable bit rate)
.wav
16-bit linear
Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
Stereo/mono
Selecting a Song or Rhythm on a USB Memory 1. Connect an optional USB memory to the BK-3 or, if it was
already inserted, press the [USB MEMORY] button After a few seconds, the display shows the contents of the USB memory.
The icons to the left of the file names indicate the file type:
Icon Explanation
Rhythm file
SMF file
Audio mp3 file
Audio WAV file
Folder
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the file you want to play back or display.
3. Press the [ENTER] button to load the file. The [USB MEMORY] button now lights to indicate that you selected a file on the USB memory.
If the file you need is located inside a folder, you must first select that folder, press the [ENTER] button to see its contents and then select the file. If you opened a folder by mistake, press the [EXIT] button to return to a higher level.
MEMO
Press and hold the [EXIT] button to return to the main page.
Playing Back a Song or Rhythm from a USB Memory
If you selected a rhythm, see Playing Back Rhythms (p. 24), because operation is the same as for internal rhythms.
In the following, we will therefore only show you how to play back song files located on a USB memory.
NOTE
The BK-3 has no internal memory where you could store SMF or audio files.
1. Select a song (SMF or audio file) on the USB memory. See Selecting a Song or Rhythm on a USB Memory (p. 28).
2. Press the [START/STOP] /[*/,] button to start playback.
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The [*/, ] buttons indicator lights and song playback starts.
3. If necessary, you can change the songs playback tempo:
Press the TEMPO [] or [] button to decrease or increase the tempo.
NOTE
If you set a tempo value close to the upper or lower limit for an mp3 or WAV file, playback may sound a little strange.
Press the [TAP TEMPO] button at least three times at the desired tempo. (This function is not available if you selected an audio file (WAV or mp3).)
TheBK-3 calculates the intervals between your presses and sets the corresponding tempo value.
MEMO
Simultaneously press the TEMPO [] and [] buttons (STANDARD) to return to the rhythms preset tempo.
4. Press the [START/STOP]/[*/, ] button again to pause song playback.
The [START/STOP]/[ */, ] button goes dark.
5. Press [START/STOP]/[*/, ] button yet again to resume playback.
6. Press the [SYNC START] /[ + ] button to stop playback The Playback stops and the playback position return to the beginning of the song.
You can use the following buttons to control song playback (see the gray legends):
Button Explanation
Starts or pauses song playback.
Stops song playback and allows you to return to the beginning of the current song.
Rewinds the song.
Fast-forwards the song.
Activating the Play All Songs parameter for the USB memory
Activating the Play All Songs function 1. Connect an optional USB memory to the BK-3 or, if it was
already inserted, press the [USB MEMORY] button. After a few seconds, the display shows the contents of the USB memory.
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the folder that contains the songs you want to listen to.
3. Press the [ENTER] button to open the folder.
4. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the song where you want playback to start.
5. Press [ENTER] to confirm your selection.
6. Press the [USB MEMORY] button to activate the playback function of the selected and all subsequent songs. The following message appears:
NOTE
STL files contained in the selected folder will be ignored when you start playback (see below).
7. Press the [START/STOP]/[*/, ] button to start playback of all songs.
NOTE
While playback of all songs is running, you can navigate the USB memory (to check its contents, for example). The Play All Songs function continues to play back the files of the folder you selected in step (2) above.
If you select a different file while navigating (by pressing [ENTER]), the Play All Songs function is switched off.
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8. Press the [SYNC START] /[ + ] button to stop sequential playback.
Deactivating the Play All Songs function The Play All Songs function needs to be deactivated if you no longer need it. To do so, proceed as follows:
1. If the display doesnt currently show the contents of the connected USB memory, press the [USB MEMORY] button
2. Press the [USB MEMORY] button (again) to deactivate Play All Song function. Pressing the [START/STOP]/[*/, ] button now will only start playback of the selected song.
Loop function (MARK A/B) The Loop function can be used to specify a passage, such as the chorus of a song, that will be repeated several times. This function is available for both audio and SMF songs. You can also use it to practise difficult song passages.
Setting and using the loop positions 1. Select the song you want to play back.
See Selecting a Song or Rhythm on a USB Memory (p. 28).
2. Press the [START/STOP]/[*/, ] button to start playback.
3. When the BK-3 reaches the beginning of the passage you want to play back in a loop, press the VARIATION [3] button.
The VARIATION [3] button flashes to indicate that the position has been set.
4. Wait until you reach the end of the passage to be played back in a loop, then press the VARIATION [4] button.
The VARIATION [4] button lights, while VARIATION [3] keeps flashing. The loops start and end positions have been set and can be used.
Here is what you have set so far (this is only an example):
[3] [4]
: :
[3]
Flashes Lights
5. Press the VARIATION [3] button (it lights) to activate the loop. The passage selected above is now played back over and over.
Lights
[3] [4]
: :
[3]
6. Press the VARIATION [3] button again (it flashes) to deactivate loop playback. This does not delete the loop positions. The song is once again played back in the usual way (i.e. until the end).
7. Press VARIATION [3] yet again (it lights) to return to the loop start position and activate the loop.
8. To delete the first and second marker positions, press the VARIATION [4] button.
The VARIATION [3] and [4] buttons go dark and your loop setting is deleted.
NOTE
The marker positions are deleted when you start playback of another song or switch off the BK-3.
Using Track Mute and Center Cancel You can use this function to mute tracks of rhythms or the melody part of the selected Standard MIDI File (SMF). After selecting a WAV or mp3 audio file, you can attenuate the vocal part at the center of the stereo image (Center Cancel). The Mute function behavior depends on the selected file type.
1. Select a song (SMF or audio) or a rhythm. See Selecting a Song or Rhythm on a USB Memory (p. 28).
1. Press the [START/STOP] / [ */, ] button to start playback.
2. Press the [TRACK MUTE] (CENTER CANCEL) button (its indicator lights).
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The Track Mute or Center Cancel function will turn on. This depends on the file type you selected:
File Type Function Explanation
Rhythm Track Mute The specified rhythm track(s) is muted (Default: AC1~AC6).
SMF Track Mute The specified Standard MIDI file track is muted (Default: channel 4).
Audio (mp3, Wav) Center Cancel Sounds in the center (the melodic portion of the sound) will be minimized.
NOTE
For some audio songs, the vocal sound may not be eliminated completely.
3. Press the [TRACK MUTE] (CENTER CANCEL) button again to make its indicator go dark. This switches the Track Mute or Center Cancel function back off.
Selecting the Track(s) to Mute for Rhythms or SMF Songs
The following procedure allows you to specify the track of the selected Standard MIDI File that should be muted when you switch on the [TRACK MUTE] button.
NOTE
This function is not available for audio files.
1. Select a rhythm or an SMF song.
2. Press and hold the [TRACK MUTE] (CENTER CANCEL) button. This function can also be selected using [MENU] button Global Rhythm/SMF Track Mute.
Depending on the file type, the display changes to
... or:
When you start playback, you will notice that active parts are indicated by moving bar graphs that simulate level meters. If [TRACK MUTE] (CENTER CANCEL) button lights the bar graphs of muted parts do not move.
3. Use the [UP] or [DOWN ] button to move the cursor to the track you want to mute. The name of the Tone assigned to that track appears in the upper left corner.
4. Press the [ENTER] button to highlight the corresponding parameter.
5. Use the [INC] or [DEC ] button to change the setting . The possibilities are:
Display indication Explanation
M The associated track is no longer played back (muted).
If you want to save your selection of the track(s) that should be muted for any Rhythm or SMF file you play back, see Save
Global (p. 53).
When you start playback, you will notice that active parts are indicated by moving bar graphs that simulate level meters. The bar graphs of muted parts do not move.
6. If there is no need to save your settings, press and hold the [EXIT] button to return to the main page.
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Changing the Name of a File or Folder 1. Connect an optional USB memory to the BK-3 or, if it was
already inserted, press the [USB MEMORY] button. After a few seconds, the display shows the contents of the USB memory.
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the file or folder you want to rename.
3. Press the [MENU] button to jump to the USB Memory Edit page.
The display changes to:
To return to the BK-3s menu, press and hold the [EXIT] button.
MEMO
While the contents of the connected USB memory is displayed, pressing [MENU] takes you to the USB Memory Edit page where you can select Rename, Delete or Search.
4. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select Rename and press [ENTER] button. The display shows the following page:
5. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired character, then use the [INC] or [DEC] button to change the character. The buttons below allow you the following operations:
Button Explanation
Press this button to switch between upper- and lower-case characters.
Press this button to delete the selected character.
13. Operations on USB Memory Button Explanation
Press this button to insert a character.
6. Repeat steps (5) above to complete the name.
7. Press the flashing [WRITE] button to confirm.
Deleting a File or Folder 1. Connect an optional USB memory to the BK-3 or, if it was
already inserted, press the [USB MEMORY] button. After a few seconds, the display shows the contents of the USB memory.
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the file or folder you want to delete.
3. Press the [MENU] button to jump to the USB Memory Edit page.
4. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select Delete and press [ENTER] button. The display shows the following page:
5. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select YES (delete) or NO (dont delete).
6. Press the [ENTER] button to confirm your selection. If you selected a folder in step (2) above, the BK-3 asks you for a confirmation:
Choose YES to confirm or NO to abort the operation.
Using the Search Function to Locate Songs or Rhythms
The BK-3 provides a Search function that allows you to search the connected USB storage device for the files you need. This function is available even while the BK-3 is playing back a song or rhythm, allowing you to prepare the next song without keeping your audience waiting.
1. Connect an optional USB memory to the BK-3 or, if it was
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already inserted, press the [USB MEMORY] button. After a few seconds, the display shows the contents of the USB memory.
2. If you know the folder where the file is located, select it using the [UP] or [DOWN] button and then pressing the [ENTER] button. If you are not sure about the location, do not select a folder to avoid that the Finder function only looks in that folder.
3. Press the [MENU] button to jump to the USB Memory Edit page.
4. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select Search and press [ENTER] button. The display shows the following page:
The first character position is already selected (A).
5. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the previous or next character position you want to change.
6. Use the [INC] and [DEC] button to select a character. The buttons below allow you the following operations:
Button Explanation
Press this button to switch between upper- and lower-case characters.
Press this button to delete the selected character.
Press this button to insert a character.
7. Repeat steps (5) and (6) above to complete the character string you are looking for.
8. Press the [WRITE] button to start the search. The BK-3 searches the USB storage device for files whose names match the character string you entered and displays them. The title bar shows the path of the folder that contains the selected files.
NOTE
The Search function can find and display 100 files at a time.
9. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the song or rhythm you want to play back, then press the [ENTER] button to confirm your selection.
10. Press the [EXIT] button to close the list.
11. Press the [START/STOP] / [ */, ]button to start playback of the selected song or rhythm.
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14. Other important functions This section presents other important functions you may need regularly.
Transposing to a Different Key This function allows you to transpose the BK-3s pitch in semi-tone steps. Depending on the mode setting, this transposition applies to all sections or just a specific setting (p. 48).
1. Press [KEY] button.
The display changes to:
The current KEY setting (transposition interval) is displayed and already selected.
MEMO
Pressing and holding the [KEY] button locks the Key setting.
2. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select the desired Key setting.
Key setting
-6 ~ 0 ~ +5 (semitone units)
If the Key setting differs from 0, the [KEY] indicator lights.
After a few seconds, the KEY pop-up window disappears. Press the [EXIT] button to close it immediately.
NOTE
If you choose to transpose the real-time parts, rhythm playback is also transposed. MEMO
You can also change the key setting using [MENU] button Performance Edit Key (p. 48).
Changing the Octave This function allows you to transpose the real-time parts (Upper and Lower)1 up or down in octave steps.
1. Press OCTAVE [-]/[+] button
The display changes to:
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired real- time part Upper (UPP) or Lower (LWR).
3. Use the OCTAVE[-] or [+] button to select the desired Octave setting.
Octave setting
-4 ~ 0 ~ +4
MEMO
You can also change the octave setting using [MENU] button Performance Edit Tone Part View Octave Shift (p. 45).
Using the Melody Intell(igent) Function
The automatic accompaniment can add a counter-melody to the notes you play with the Upper part (UPP). Those automatic harmonies are based on the chords you play in the chord recognition area.
The counter-melody is played by the Melody Intelligent part. There are 18 harmony types to choose from. See Melody Intelligent settings (p. 50).
1. Press the [MELODY INTELL] button (so that it lights). This adds a harmony to the notes you play.
If you want you can change the Melody Intelligent Parameters:
2. Press [MENU] button Performance Edit Melody Intelligent For more information about Melody Intelligent Parameters see p. 50.
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TIPS
You can also select the Melody Intelligent Parameters page by pressing and holding [MELODY INTELL]
3. Press the [MELODY INTELL] button again (its indicator goes dark) to switch off the counter-melody.
Using the Metronome You can perform while the metronome sounds. You can adjust the tempo or beat of the metronome.
If an SMF song or Rhythm is playing, the metronome will sound at the tempo and beat of that song.
1. Press the [Metronome] button so its lit. The metronome will begin sounding
To stop the metronome, press the [Metronome] button once again.
NOTE
The metronome is not available while an audio song file (mp3 or WAV) is selected.
MEMO
While rhythm or SMF song playback is stopped, the [TAP
TEMPO] button flashes in red to indicate the selected tempo
Metronome Settings The BK-3 also allows you to specify when and how the metronome should sound:
1. Press and hold the [METRONOME] button. The metronome settings can be also selected using [MENU] button Global Metronome.
The display now looks as follows:
The metronome parameters you can set are:
Parameter Setting Explanation
Volume 0~127 Sets the metronomes level.
Time Signature
1/16 ~ 32/16,
1/8 ~ 32/8,,
1/4 ~ 32/4,
1/2 ~32/2
Specifies the metronomes time signature.
Parameter Setting Explanation
Mode Always, Play
Always: The metronome even counts when playback is stopped.
Play: The metronome only sounds while the rhythm or song is playing.
Count In Off, 1 bar, 2 bar
This parameter allows you to switch the
Count-In function on (1 bar or 2 bar) or off. When on, the metronome will count in the specified number of measures (bars) before the rhythm or SMF song starts playing.
(This setting is not available for audio songs.)
The settings can be saved to the BK-3s global memory. If you dont save them, your changes are lost when you switch off the BK-3. See Save Global (p. 53).
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15. Performance Lists
Performance/Music Assistant/ Factory Songs Info
The Performance List is a list of up to 999 Performance memories. Each Performance memory contains a reference to the desired rhythm or song and all settings you want to load along with that rhythm or song, including settings like INTRO/ENDING status, selected VARIATION, etc. See Performance Edit parameters (p. 43).
The Performance memories you create are saved to the selected Performance List. This allows you to prepare one set of Performance memories for weddings, another for corporate events, a third for anniversaries, etc. Performance Lists always reside on a USB memory.
It is perfectly possible to program several Performance memories for one song. Selecting a Performance memory is a lot faster than calling up one of the BK-3s functions, modifying the settings, etc., while playing. You could program one Performance memory for the first part of a song, another for the bridge and a third one for the closing section. Doing so allows you to play with the effect settings of the various processors, for example.
NOTE
The BK-3 is supplied with one Performance List called Music Assistant and a second called Factory Songs that contains 5 SMF files. These lists cannot be deleted or edited.
Loading a Performance/Music Assistant/Factory Songs List 1. Connect an optional USB memory to the BK-3.
This step is unnecessary if you want to use the Music Assistant or Factory Songs list, because these lists reside in the BK-3s internal memory.
2. Press the PERFORMANCE [LIST] button.
If you have not loaded a Performance List yet: The display now shows all Performance Lists it can find in the USB memory. (The internal Music Assistant and Factory Songs lists are always displayed in the top line.)
If you have already loaded a Performance List: The display immediately shows the Performance memories it contains.
To load a different Performance List from the USB memory, press the PERFORMANCE [LIST] button again and proceed with step (3) below.
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The [LIST] button alternates between the overall list of Performance List files and the contents of the currently selected list.
NOTE
If the USB memory contains no Performance List files, or if the memory is not connected (properly), the BK-3 only displays the Music Assistant and Factory Songs list.
3. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the Performance List you want to use.
4. Press the [ENTER/] button to confirm your selection. (In our example, we selected the Music Assistant list.) The display changes to:
You can now select a Performance memory (see below).
If you need to load another Performance List, press the PERFORMANCE [LIST] button again.
Recalling a Performance/Music Assistant/Factory Songs memory
Here is how to select a Performance/ Music Assistant/ Factory Songs memory from the last list you loaded.
1. If the display doesnt yet show a list of Performance/ Music Assistant/Factory Songs memories, press the PERFORMANCE [LIST] button.
In this example, we loaded the Music Assistant List.
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the memory whose settings you want to use, then press the [ENTER] button to confirm your selection. The PERFORMANCE [LIST] button lights to signal that the BK-3 is now using the settings of the selected Performance memory. The name of that memory is highlighted.
The selected memory also refers to a rhythm or song, which can be started in the usual ways ([START/STOP] button, [SYNC START], etc.).
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During playback of that rhythm or song, you can already select a new Performance/Music Assistant/ Factory Songs memory.
3. If you need to return to the main page, press the [EXIT] button. To return to the page that lists the memories, press PERFORMANCE [LIST] again.
Quickly Locating Performance Memories
Performance memories can also be loaded using the BK-3s Numeric function. See Using the Numeric function to Select Tones, Rhythms and Performances (p. 20) for details.
Saving your Settings as a Performance 1. Select a rhythm or song.
2. Select all settings you would like to use for this rhythm or song. You can, for instance, assign the desired Tones to the real-time parts, switch on the [INTRO] button, modify the Performance Edit settings, etc.
3. Press the [WRITE] button to jump to the Write Performance page.
The [WRITE] indicator flashes and the display changes to:
By default, the BK-3 assigns the name of the selected rhythm, song or of the last Performance you loaded to the Performance settings you are about to save. If you agree with that name, proceed with step (6) below.
4. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired character, then use the [INC] or [DEC] button to change the character. The buttons below allow you the following operations:
Button Explanation
Press this button to switch between upper- and lower-case characters.
Press this button to delete the selected character.
Press this button to insert a character.
5. Repeat steps (4) above to enter the remaining characters.
6. Press the [WRITE] button to save your settings, thereby creating a new Performance memory. This memory is added at the end of the currently selected Performance List. See Loading a Performance/Music Assistant/Factory Songs List (p. 36).
NOTE
If you havent loaded any Performance List since switching on the BK-3, a new Performance List is created, and your Performance memory becomes its first entry.
Other Performance List Functions 1. Connect a USB memory with at least one Performance List
to the BK-3.
2. Press the PERFORMANCE [LIST] button. The display now shows all Performance Lists on the connected USB memory
3. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired Performance List.
4. Press the [MENU] button. The display now changes to a page with the following options:
Function Explanation
Rename* Allows you to rename the selected Performance List.
Delete* Deletes the selected Performance List.
Make New Allows you to create a new (empty) Performance List.
[*] Not available if you selected the Music Assistant or Factory Songs list in step (3) above.
5. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired option, then press the [ENTER] button.
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Rename a Performance List If in the step (4) of Other Performance List Functionsyou selected Rename , the display changes to:
1. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired character, then use the [INC] or [DEC] button to change the character. The buttons below allow you the following operations:
Button Explanation
Press this button to switch between upper- and lower-case characters.
Press this button to delete the selected character.
Press this button to insert a character.
2. Repeat steps (1) above to enter the remaining characters.
3. Press the [WRITE] button to save the Performance List under the new name. The display briefly confirms the operation and the returns to the page with all Performance List files on your USB memory.
If you specify a file name that already exists, the BK-3 displays the following message: Please enter a different name
Delete a Performance List If in the step (4) of Other Performance List Functions (p. 37) you selected Delete , the display changes to:
1. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select YES, then press the [ENTER] button to delete the Performance List. Select NO if you do not want to delete the Performance List after all.
The display briefly confirms that the selected Performance List has been deleted and then returns to the page with all Performance List files on your USB memory.
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To select YES or NO you can also use the [UP] or [DOWN] button
Create a New Performance List If in the step (4) of Other Performance List Functions (p. 37) you selected Make New List , the display changes to:
This page allows you to create a new Performance List whose name is selected automatically by the BK-3. If you are happy with that name, proceed with step (4) below. Otherwise
1. Press the [WRITE] button to create the new Performance List, which is currently empty. If the USB memory already contains a file of the name you have entered, the display asks you whether it is OK to overwrite the other
Performance List file.
In that case, select YES to replace the other Performance List file with the one whose name you changed. (Select NO to return to the page where you can change the name.) Then, press the [ENTER] button.
Editing Performance Memories The Edit option allows you to do the following:
Function Explanation
Delete Performance Deletes the selected Performance memory from the active list.
Move Performance Allows you to change the order in which the Performance memories appear in the selected Performance List.
Save Performance List Allows you to save the edited list.
Delete a Performance memory 1. Select the Performance memory you want to remove from
the list.
2. Press the [MENU] button to enter in Edit Mode.
3. If necessary, use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select Delete Performance, then press the [ENTER] button. The display changes to:
4. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select YES, to delete the Performance memory (or NO if you wish to keep it)..
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To select YES or NO you can also use the [UP] or [DOWN] button
5. Press the [ENTER] button to confirm your selection. The display briefly confirms that the Performance memory has been deleted.
A * is shown in the first row, to the left of the Performance List name to indicate that the list has been edited.
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If you like, you can now select another Performance memory you want to delete, repeat from step (2).
To save your edited Performance List see Saving the edited Performance List (p. 39).
Move a Performance 1. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the Performance
memory you want to move to a different position inside the list.
2. Press the [MENU] button.
3. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select Move Performance, then press the [ENTER] button. The display changes to:
4. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to move the selected Performance memory to the desired position, then press the [ENTER] button. A * is shown in the first row, to the left of the Performance List name to indicate that the list has been edited.
You can now select another Performance memory you want to move, press the [MENU] button to confirm and repeat from step (3).
Saving the edited Performance List Whenever the display shows all Performance memories to which the selected List refers, you can:
1. Press the [MENU] button
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select Save Performance List, then press the [ENTER] button. A message confirms that the data have been saved.
3. Press the [EXIT] button. If you did not save the Performance List edited, the BK-3 now signals that you need to save it to preserve your changes.
4. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select YES to save your changes to the USB memory (or NO if you wish to keep the previous version).
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To select YES or NO you can also use the [UP] or [DOWN] button
5. Press the [ENTER] button to confirm your selection.
Filtering Performance Memories Settings (Lock function)
The BK-3 allows you to lock (protect) several settings to ensure that they no longer change when you select a different Performance memory.
Why is it Convenient to Use Filters (Lock Function)? The BK-3s locks are data filters that allow you to use your Performance memories more efficiently, because you can ignore settings that may be fine for one song (the one you prepared the Performance memory for), but not for another.
Here is an example:
Suppose you select a Performance memory that assigns some tones which you want to keep for the entire song (or set). In this case lock (i.e. protect) the Tone after selecting this memory to ensure that the subsequent Performance memories you recall modify all of the BK-3s eligible settings except for the tones.
Which Parameter Can you Filter? Below is a list of parameters that can be filtered:
Parameter Explanation
Rhythm* Lock the Rhythm when changing performances.
Tempo* Lock the Tempo when changing performances.
Tone* Lock the Tone when changing performances.
Tone Part Lock the Tone Part when changing performances.
Split Lock the Split when changing performances.
Lower Octave Lock the Lower Octave when changing performances.
Arr Type Lock the Arr Type when changing performances.
Key* Lock the Key when changing performances.
Bass Inversion Lock the Bass Inversion when changing performances.
Scale Tune Lock the Scale Tune when changing performances.
[*] These parameters can also be switched on/off by pressing and holding the assigned buttons on the front panel. (See How to Switch Filters On/Off Directly by Panel)
For information on how to filter these parameters see Performance Hold (p.51).
NOTE
Unlike the other lock parameters, the protection of the tempo setting also applies to rhythm selection.
See [MENU] button Performance Edit Arranger Setting Tempo (p. 49)
Each rhythm has a preset tempo value that is recalled when you select it. While the tempo setting is locked, the tempo no longer changes when you select a different rhythm.
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The Save Global parameter (p. 53) also saves the lock (and hence the Performance Hold) settings.
How to Switch Filters On/Off Directly by Panel Some useful filters can be also switched on/off by pressing and holding the assigned buttons on the front panel.
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All filters can be switched on/off by Performance Hold (p. 51).
In the example shown here, you will learn how to exclude rhythm changes from Performance selections.
The same procedure (albeit with different buttons) also applies to the tempo (press and hold [TAP TEMPO]) and Key (press and hold [KEY]) settings as well as to Tone selection (for each of the real-time parts individually).
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1. Connect the USB memory and load a Performance memory (p. 36) or a rhythm (p. 24).
2. Press and hold one of the RHYTHM FAMILY buttons.
A Rhythm pop-up window appears with a closed lock (see left). (If you repeat step (2), the pop-up window will display an open lock to inform you that the lock function has been cancelled.)
The Main window shows the Lock status:
3. Start playback of the selected rhythm.
4. Select a different Performance memory.
5. If the status lock shows RHYTHM on the main page, recalling another Performance does not change the rhythm.
6. Again press and hold any RHYTHM FAMILY button to unlock the RHYTHM function. The following pop-up windows appears to indicate that the lock function has been cancelled.:
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16. Recording your performance as audio data Your BK-3 allows you to record your performance on the optional USB memory.
The resulting audio file is stored in the My Recordings folder.
The recording format is WAV (not mp3), which allows you to burn your recordings onto a CD using your computer.
NOTE
You will need a USB memory to record your performance.
NOTE
Use USB memory sold by Roland (M-UF-series). We cannot guarantee operation if any other USB memory is used.
Recording The following procedure applies when the Rec Audio Sync parameter is On (Default). For more information about this parameter see Rec Audio Sync (p. 52).
1. Connect the USB memory to which you wish to save the audio data.
2. Prepare everything you want to record: Select the rhythm or song you want to use as accompaniment
Set the levels and effects, etc.
3. Set the desired balance between the rhythm/song and the real-time parts using the BALANCE buttons.
4. Press the [AUDIO REC] button (its indicator flashes).
NOTE
If you pressed the [AUDIO REC] button by accident, press and hold it until its indicator goes dark again.
5. Press the [START/STOP] / [ */, ]button.
The indicators of the [AUDIO REC] and [START/STOP] buttons light and the BK-3 starts playing back the selected rhythm or song and recording. Everything you play on the keyboard is recorded.
The Main page shows the recording time is running:
6. At the end of the song recording, press the [AUDIO REC] or [START/STOP] / [ */, ] button to stop recording in case you selected a rhythm. Otherwise press the [SYNC START]/[+] button if you selected a song. Rhythm or song playback and recording stop. The following message appears:
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The name suggestion displayed here depends on the first recording. It will, however, be followed by an incremental number
You can now
X Save the song under a new name.
a. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired character, then use the [INC] or [DEC] button to change the character. The buttons below allow you the following operations:
Button Explanation
Press this button to switch between upper- and lower-case characters.
Press this button to delete the selected character.
Press this button to insert a character.
b. Repeat steps (a) above to enter the remaining characters.
c. Press the [WRITE] button (its indicator flashes) to save your recording under the new name and to return to the main page. If the USB memory already contains a file of that name, you will be asked whether you want to overwrite it:
In this case, select YES and then pressing the [ENTER] button to replace the old file with the new one (the old file will be lost).
Otherwise, select NO and press [ENTER] to return to the page where you can change the name, and enter a different name, then press the [WRITE] button.
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MEMO
The audio files are saved to the My Recordings folder in the USB memory.
X Save the song under the name suggested by the BK-3 The name suggestion depends on the first recording. It will, however, be followed by an incremental number
a. Press the [WRITE] button. After a few seconds, the display will return to the main page. In this case, your audio file is saved in the My Recordings folder.
X Decide to discard your recording If you are unhappy with your recording you can discard it.
a. Press the [EXIT] button. The display changes to:
b. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select YES, then press [ENTER] to erase your recording. Selecting NO here takes you back to the state where you can choose between options (a) and (b).
Listening to your recording 1. Press the [START/STOP] / [ */, ] button to start playback of
your recording. If your recording seems too loud or too soft, you may want to change the setting of the Rec Audio Level parameter.
[MENU] button Global Utility Rec Audio Level (p. 52).
NOTE
The BK-3 provides a second recording mode that allows you to start recording before the song you selected.
[MENU] button Global Utility Rec Audio Sync (p. 52)
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17. Menu options The BK-3s [MENU] button provides access to the available parameters and functions.
General procedure 1. Press the [MENU] button (its indicator lights).
The display changes to:
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired function group.
The following function groups are available:
Function group Explanation
Internal Lyrics Allows you to activate the display of lyrics data on the BK-3 itself. (Only for SMF and mp3 files for which there are lyrics data.)
Performance Edit
This function group allows you to select different Tones and effects settings for the keyboard parts, the selected rhythm, to set the Arrangers behavior, the split point, etc. All settings of this group can be saved to a Performance memory. See Performance Edit parameters (p. 43).
Global This function group contains parameters that apply to all sections of the BK-3. See Global parameters (p. 50).
One Touch Edit
This functions allows you to edit the
ONE TOUCH memories (and to save your changes). See Programming Your Own ONE TOUCH Settings (One Touch Edit) (p. 27).
Makeup Tools These functions allow you to edit the selected rhythm or SMF song in an intuitive way, without caring too much about the underlying MIDI parameters (p. 53).
MIDI This function group allows you to edit the BK-3s MIDI parameters (p. 58).
Wireless
By inserting the wireless USB Adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold separately) into the BK-3s USB MEMORY port, youll be able to use wireless compatible applications (such as the Air Recorder iPhone app) (p. 62).
Factory Reset This command allows you to load the BK-3s factory settings (p. 60).
Format USB Device
This command allows you to format an optional USB memory (p. 60).
3. Press the [ENTER] button to go to the display page where you can edit the parameters of the selected group, or to execute the selected command.
Internal Lyrics The BK-3s display can show the lyrics of Standard MIDI Files or mp3 songs you load.
1. Load a song with lyrics data. See Selecting a Song or Rhythm on a USB Memory (p. 28).
2. Select the Internal Lyrics group (see General procedure above).
3. Press the [ENTER] button. The internal display now shows the lyrics of the selected song (4 lines at a time).
4. At the end of the song, press and hold the [EXIT] button to return to the main page.
Performance Edit parameters The following parameters can be set for each Performance memory:
Function group Explanation
Tone Part View This is where you can edit settings related to Tones (p. 43).
Tone Part Mfx Contains the effects parameters for the keyboard parts (LWR, UPP) (p. 46).
Rhythm Parts This group contains all parameters of the rhythm parts (p. 47).
Split This parameter allows you to change the split point, i.e. the separation between the lower and upper keyboard zones. (p. 47).
Scale Tune Switch This parameter allows you to specify which parts should be affected by the Scale Tune setting Scale Tune Switch (p. 47).
Scale Tune Use these parameter to change the tuning system (Scale Tune (p. 48).
Key Allows you to transpose the BK-3 in semi-tone steps up or down (p. 48).
Arranger Setting
This function group allows you to specify where and how the selected rhythm should scan the note messages generated by your playing for chord information (p. 48).
Melody Intelligent Allows you to set the Melody Intelligence function (p. 50). This page can also be selected by pressing and holding the [MELODY INTELL] button.
Save As Default This function allows you to save all Performance Edit settings as the new defaults that will be loaded each time you switch on the BK-3.
Tone Part View parameters This function group can be selected using [MENU] buttonPerformance Edit Tone Part View.
1. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select the keyboard part you want to edit (UPP (Upper), LWR (Lower). The display shows the settings for the selected keyboard part.
2. Select and set the desired parameter(s). See Moving Between Windows and Setting Parameter Values (p. 18). The following parameters are available:
Tone Allows you to select a different Tone. While selecting a Tone, you can press a Tone selection button to select a different family.
Parameter Explanation
Tone The number of Tones depends on the selected family
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Volume Adjusts the volume of the selected keyboard part.
Selecting 0 means that the part is question is no longer audible.
Parameter Setting
Volume 0~127
Reverb Send Use this parameter to set the reverb send level (i.e. the amount of effect that should be added).
Parameter Setting
Reverb Send 0~127
Chorus Send Use this parameter to set the chorus send level (i.e. the amount of effect that should be added).
Parameter Setting
Chorus Send 0~127
Panpot Use this parameter to change the stereo placement of the selected keyboard part. L63 means hard left and R63 represents hard right. Choose 0 if the sound should be at the center of the stereo image.
Parameter Setting
Panpot L63~0~R63
Key Touch (velocity sensitivity) The BK-3s keyboard is velocity sensitive, allowing you to control the timbre and volume of the keyboard parts by varying the strength with which you strike the keys.
1. If you want to edit this setting, you have to press the [ENTER] button to select the Key Touch page.
2. Select and set the desired parameter(s). See Moving Between Windows and Setting Parameter Values (p. 18). The following parameters are available:
Parameter Setting Explanation
Curve High, Medium, Low, Fixed*
High: Select this setting for maximum expressive- ness. Even small variations of the force with which you strike a key produce audible changes. The trade-off is, however, that you have to strike the keys forcefully to reach the maximum volume.
Medium: Medium velocity sensitivity. The keyboard responds to velocity changes, but the maximum volume can be obtained more easily than with high. (This is the default setting.)
Low: Select this setting if you are used to playing on an electronic organ or if you do not want velocity changes to bring about major volume changes.
Fixed: Select this setting if all notes you play on the keyboard should have the same veloc- ity value. When you set this parameter, the Fixed value field can be edited.
Min Value 1~127 This parameter allows you to set the smallest velocity value with which you can trigger the selected part.
Max Value 1~127 This parameter allows you to set the highest velocity value with which you can trigger the selected part.
Fixed value* 1~127 Allows you to set the value when Curve is set to Fixed.
[*] This parameter can only be edited if the Curve parameter is set to Fixed.
Eq Part Edit 1. If you want to edit the parameters of the equalizer, you
have to press the [ENTER] button to select the Eq Edit Part page.
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired parameter .
3. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to set the desired value. The following parameters are available:
Parameter Setting Explanation
Switch Off, On This parameter allows you to switch the equalizer on and off.
High Freq
1500 Hz, 2000 Hz, 3000 Hz, 4000 Hz,
6000 Hz, 8000 Hz, 12000 Hz
Allows you to set the cutoff frequency of the high band (this is a shelving filter).
High Gain 15~+15 dB
Use this parameter to set the level of the selected High frequency.
Positive values boost (increase the volume of ) that frequency band, negative values cut (attenuate) it.
Mid Freq 200~8000 Hz Allows you to set the cutoff frequency of the middle band (this is a peaking filter).
Mid Gain 15~+15d B Use this parameter to set the level of the selected Mid frequency.
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Parameter Setting Explanation
Mid Q 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 4.0, 8.0
Use this parameter to specify the width of the Mid Frequency band that you want to boost or cut. Smaller values mean that neighboring frequencies above/below that value are also affected.
Low Freq 90 Hz, 150 Hz, 180 Hz, 300 Hz, 360 Hz, 600 Hz
Allows you to set the cutoff frequency of the low band (this is a shelving filter).
Low Gain 15~+15 dB Use this parameter to set the level of the selected Low frequency.
4. Press the [EXIT] button to leave the Eq Part Edit page.
Mfx The BK-3 contains one multi-effects processor (Mfx) that can be used to process the desired keyboard part(s). Select Off for parts that dont need to be processed by this Mfx.
Parameter Setting
Mfx Off, On
Hold Pedal This parameter allows you to specify whether and how a hold damper pedal you connect to the PEDAL HOLD/SWITCH socket should respond to Hold messages (CC64).
Parameter Setting
Hold Pedal Auto, On, Off
Auto means that the part in question only responds to Hold messages if it is assigned to the right half (Split) or the entire keyboard.
On means that the part in question always responds to Hold messages, even if it is assigned to the left half of the keyboard.
Off, finally, means that the part does not respond to Hold messages.
Octave Shift Allows you to transpose the selected keyboard part in octave steps
Parameter Setting
Octave Shift 4~0~+4
Coarse Tune Changes the pitch of the selected keyboard part in semi-tone steps.
Parameter Setting
Coarse Tune 24~0~+24
Fine Tune Changes the pitch of the selected part in steps of 1 cent (1/100 semi-tone).
Parameter Setting
Fine Tune 100~0~+100
Portamento Mode You can set the selected part to mono(phonic) mode.
Parameter Setting
Portamento Mode Poly, Mono
Poly, on the other hand, means that you can play chords using the selected part
Mono means that you can only play one note at a time. You could select this mode to play a trumpet or woodwind part in a more natural way.
Portamento Time Portamento means that the pitch doesnt change in clearly defined steps: it produces glides from one note to the next. Use the this parameter to specify the speed at which those glides are carried out. The higher the value, the slower the transitions.
Parameter Setting
Portamento Time 0~127
Bender Assign This parameter allows you to specify for each keyboard part how it should respond to Pitch Bend messages.
Parameter Setting
Bender Assign Auto, On, Off
Auto: The keyboard part only responds to left/right movements of the BENDER/MODULATION lever when no split setting causes it to be to the left of other keyboard parts. In other words: parts you can play with your left hand after selecting a split no longer respond to pitch bend messages. But they will while the keyboard is not split.
On: The keyboard part always responds to left/right movements of the BENDER/MODULATION lever.
Off: The part in question does not respond to left/ right movements of the BENDER/MODULATION lever.
Bender Range This parameter sets the pitch interval, i.e. the value that will be used when the BENDER/MODULATION lever is pushed all the way to the left or right.
Parameter Setting
Bender Range 0~+24
Modulation Assign This parameter allows you to specify for each keyboard part how it should respond to Modulation messages (CC01).
Parameter Setting
Modulation Assign Auto, On, Off
Auto: The keyboard part only responds to backward movements of the BENDER/MODULATION lever when no split setting causes it to be to the left of other keyboard parts. In other words: parts you can play with your left hand after selecting a split no longer respond to modulation messages. But they will while the keyboard is not split.
On: The keyboard part always responds to backward movements of the BENDER/MODULATION lever.
Off: The part in question does not respond to backward movements of the BENDER/MODULATION lever.
Cut Off This filter parameter allows you to make the selected sound darker or brighter. Positive settings mean that more overtones will be allowed to pass, so that the sound becomes brighter. The further this value is set in the negative direction, the fewer overtones will be allowed to pass and the sound will become softer (darker).
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Characteristics of a low-pass filter
Setting
Frequency
Cutoff frequency
NOTE
For some sounds, positive (+) Cutoff settings will cause no noticeable change because the pre-programmed Cutoff parameter is already set to its maximum value
Parameter Setting
Cut Off 64~+63
Resonance When the Resonance value is increased, the overtones in the area of the cutoff frequency will be emphasized, creating a sound with a strong character.
Parameter Setting
Resonance 64~+63
NOTE
For some sounds, negative () Resonance settings may produce no noticeable change because the Resonance is already set to the minimum value.
Attack (only for Tones) This parameter adjusts the onset of the sound. Negative values speed up the attack, so that the sound becomes more aggressive.
Parameter Setting
Attack 64~+63
Decay This parameter adjusts the time over which the sounds volume and cutoff frequency fall from the highest point of the attack down to the sustain level.
Parameter Setting
Decay 64~+63
NOTE
Percussive sounds usually have a sustain level of 0. Piano and guitar sounds are in this category. Holding the keys for a long time will have little effect on the duration of the notes you are playing, even if you select a high value here
Release This parameter adjusts the time over which the sound will decay after the note is released until it is no longer heard. The cutoff frequency will also fall according to this setting.
Parameter Setting
Release 64~+63
Vibrato Rate This parameter adjusts the speed of the pitch modulation. Positive (+) settings make the preset pitch modulation faster and negative () settings make it slower.
Parameter Setting
Vibrato Rate 64~+63
Vibrato Depth This parameter adjusts the intensity of the pitch modulation. Positive (+) settings mean that the wobble becomes more prominent, while negative () settings make it shallower.
Parameter Setting
Vibrato Depth 64~+63
Vibrato Delay This parameter adjusts the time required for the vibrato effect to begin. Positive (+) settings increase the time before vibrato will begin and negative settings shorten the time
Parameter Setting
Vibrato Delay 64~+63
C1 The function of this parameter depends on the sound you assigned to the selected part. It may influence the filter and resonance setting, switch between the organ samples with the fast and slow Rotary modulation, etc.
Parameter Setting
C1 0~127
Tone Part Mfx parameters This function group can be selected using [MENU] button Performance Edit Tone Part Mfx. Your BK-3 contains a multi-effects processor that can be used for processing any keyboard part you like. See Mfx (p. 45). (There are also 2 Mfx processors for the rhythm/ song parts).
Mfx Switch Select Off if you dont need the Mfx processor.
Parameter Setting
Mfx Switch Off, On
Mfx Type The BK-3 provides 84 different multi-effect types, some of which are combinations of two effects for added flexibility. This parameter allows you to select the desired type. The available types are:
N. Mfx Type N. Mfx Type N. Mfx Type
1 Thru 29 0OD Delay 57 VK Rotary
2 Stereo EQ 30 DST Chorus 58 3D Chorus
3 Overdrive 31 DST Flanger 59 3D Flanger
4 Distortion 32 DST Delay 60 3D Step Flgr
5 Phaser 33 EH Chorus 61 Band Chorus
6 Spectrum 34 EH Flanger 62 Band Flanger
7 Enhancer 35 EH Delay 63 Band Step Flg
8 Auto Wah 36. ChorusDLY 64 VS Overdrive
9 Rotary 37 Flanger DLY 65 VS Distortion
10 Compressor 38 CHO Flanger 66 GT Amp Simul
11 Limiter 39 CHO/DLY 67 Gate
12 Hexa-Chorus 40 Flanger/DLY 68 Long Delay
13 Trem Chorus 41 CHO/Flange 69 Serial Delay
14 Space-D 42 Isolator 70 MLT Tap DLY
15 St. Chorus 43 Low Boost 71 Reverse DLY
16. St. Flanger 44 Super Filter 72 Shuffle DLY
17 Step Flanger 45 Step Filter 73 3D Delay
18 St. Delay 46 Humanizer 74 Long DLY
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N. Mfx Type N. Mfx Type N. Mfx Type
19 Mod. Delay 47 Speaker Sim 75 Tape Echo
20 3 Tap Delay 48 Step Phaser 76 LoFi Noise
21 4 Tap Delay 49 MLT Phaser 77 LoFi Comp
22 Time Delay 50 Inf Phaser 78 LoFi Radio
23 2 Pitch Shifter 51 Ring Modul 79 Telephone
24 FBK Pitch 52 Step Ring 80 Phonograph
25 Reverb 53 Tremolo 81 Step Pitch
26 Gate Reverb 54 Auto Pan 82 Sympa Reso
27 ODChorus 55 Step Pan 83 Vib-Od-Rotary
28 ODFlanger 56 Slicer 84 Center Canc
NOTE
Some of the names shown above may be abbreviated in the display.
Mfx Edit 1. If you want to edit the parameters of the selected effect
type, you have to press the [ENTER] button to select the Mfx Edit page.
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired parameter .
3. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to set the desired value. The first two parameters for each Mfx type are Chorus Send (0~127) and Reverb Send (0~127).
They allow you to specify whetherand to what extentthe Mfx signal should be processed by the Chorus and/or Reverb effect.
The other parameters in the page depend on the Mfx type that you selected.
Rhythm Parts parameters This function group can be selected using [MENU] button Performance Edit Rhythm Parts.
The parameters of this function group apply to the eight Automatic Accompaniment parts (i.e. the parts used to play back the selected rhythm).
1. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select the rhythm part you want to edit (ADrum, ABass, Acc1, Acc2, Acc3, Acc4, Acc4, Acc5, Acc6). The display shows the settings for the selected part.
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired parameter .
3. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to set the desired value. The following parameters are available:
Mute Allows you to mute the selected part, so that it is no longer audible.
Parameter Setting
Mute Off, On
Solo Allows you to solo the selected part, which means that all other rhythm parts are switched off.
Parameter Setting
Solo Off, On
Volume Adjusts the volume of the selected rhythm part.
Selecting 0 means that the part is question is no longer audible.
Parameter Setting
Volume 0~127
Split This page allows you to set two keyboard-related parameters. It can be selected using [MENU] button Performance Edit Split.
MEMO
This page can also be selected by pressing and holding the [SPLIT] button.
Split Point The Split Point parameter allows you to set the split point.
Parameter Setting
Split Point C#2~B6
TIPS
Selecting the Split Point field and after pressing the [ENTER] button, you can set the split point by simply pressing the corresponding key on the keyboard.
Lower Hold This parameter allows you to set the Hold function for the LWR part.
Parameter Setting
Lower Hold Off, On
If you set this parameter to On, the notes of the LWR part go on sounding until you play other notes in the left keyboard area. (This function is only available while the [SPLIT] button lights.)
If you select Off, the LWR part stops sounding as soon as you release all keys in the left area.
Scale Tune Switch This parameter can be selected using [MENU] button Performance Edit Scale Tune Switch.
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Parameter Setting Explanation
Upper Off, On Select On if the Scale Tune settings (see below) should apply to the Upper and Melody Intell parts.
Lower Off, On Select On if the Scale Tune settings (see below) should apply to the Lower part.
Rhythm Off, On Select On if the Scale Tune settings (see below) should apply to the rhythm parts.
Scale Tune This parameter can be selected using [MENU] button Performance Edit Scale Tune.
This parameter allows you to change the tuning of all notes of one octave, which may come in handy to create oriental tunings.
Parameter Setting Explanation
C ~ B
(each note can be set individually)
-64~0~+63
Changes the pitch of the notes C~B in steps of 1 cent. The value that you specify is applied to all notes of the same name. If you change the tuning of the C, that value is added to, or subtracted from, all Cs (C1, C2, C3, etc.). (50 means that the note in question is tuned a quarter tone down.)
C note send ~ B note send Off, On
Off: The note is not detuned.
On : The corresponding note is detuned at the value you specified (-64~0~+63)
Key This function allows you to transpose the BK-3s pitch in semi-tone steps. Depending on the mode setting, this transposition applies to all sections or just a specific section.
It can be selected using [MENU] button Performance Edit Key or by pressing the [KEY] button. See Transposing to a Different Key (p. 34) .
TIPS
Pressing and holding the [KEY] button locks this parameter and keeps it from changing when you select Performance memories.
Key Allows you to set the desired transposition interval.
Each value represents a semi-tone step. Select 0 if no transposition
is required.
Parameter Setting
Key 6~+5
Mode Allows you to specify which sections should be transposed by the Key parameter.
Parameter Setting
Mode Song, Keyboard, Song+Keyboard
Song: Only song playback is transposed.
Keyboard: Only the notes you play on the keyboard are transposed. (This also affects the chord information transmitted to the Arranger.)
Song+Keyboard: Both song playback and the keyboard parts are transposed. Rhythm playback is also transposed.
Arranger Setting parameters This function group can be selected using [MENU] button Performance Edit Arranger Setting.
The parameters of this function group apply to the Arranger as a whole and allow you to fine-tune its behavior.
Arranger Select Off if you only need the drum part of the selected rhythm and no melodic accompaniment parts (ABass, ACC1~6).
Parameter Setting
Arranger Off, On
Zone When you press the [SPLIT] button, the selected rhythm pattern is controlled by the chords you play in the left half of the keyboard.
You can also tell the Arranger to scan another part of the keyboard for usable chords. Though Left is probably the most popular setting, you could select Right to have the Arranger scan the right half of the keyboard.
Switch off the [SPLIT] button if the Arranger should scan the entire keyboard (Whole).
The range of the left and right keyboard areas depends on the Split Point setting (p. 47).
Parameter Setting
Zone Off, Right, Left, Whole
Type Another important choice is how you want to transmit note information to the Arranger.
Parameter Setting
Type Standard, Pianist1, Pianist2, Intelligent, Easy
Standard: This is the normal chord recognition mode.
Pianist1: In this mode, the BK-3 only recognizes chords that consist of at least three notes. Playing only two notes will not cause the rhythms key to change.
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Pianist2: Same as Pianist1 while the Hold pedal is not pressed. If you press the Hold pedal, the BK-3 even recognizes chords when you press only one note. If the hold pedal is still pressed, chord recognition continues up to a maximum of 5 played keys.
Intelligent: Select this option when you want the chord recognition function to supply the missing notes of the chords you play.
Easy: This is another intelligent chord fingering system. It works as follows:
Chord Type Action
Major chords Press the key that corresponds to the chords fundamental.
Minor chords Fundamental + any black key to the left of the fundamental.
Seventh chords Fundamental + any white key to the left of the fundamental.
Minor seventh chords
Fundamental + any black key to the left + any white key to the left.
Arranger Hold This function sustains the notes you play in the chord recognition area (Zone). Select Off if you want the accompaniment to stop as soon as the keys in that zone are released. This parameter is switched On by default.
Parameter Setting
Arranger Hold Off, On
Tempo Each rhythm has a preset tempo that is recalled when a rhythm is selected. This parameter allows you to specify if and when the BK-3 should ignore the preset tempo and go on using the tempo of the previously selected rhythm.
Parameter Setting
Tempo Preset, Auto, Lock
Here is what these three options mean:
Setting Selecting a new rhythm
Playback is stopped Playback is running
Preset The rhythms preset tempo is loaded.
Auto
The BK-3 loads the preset tempo of the new rhythm The BK-3 doesnt load the
preset tempo of the new rhythm.
The new rhythm is played at the current tempo.Lock
The BK-3 doesnt load the preset tempo of the new rhythm. It is played at the current tempo.
NOTE
The setting of this parameter is neither saved to the Performance memories, nor to the Global area. See Save Global (p. 53). The Lock setting can also be activated by pressing and holding the [TAP TEMPO] button.
Fill In Half Bar When this parameter is On, the length of the Fill-Ins, which are played when the [AUTO FILL IN] button lights, is halved.
Parameter Setting
Fill In Half Bar Off, On
Certain pop songs in 4/4 contain bars that only last two beats. The usual place for such a bar is between the first and the second
verse. Another favorite position for halved bars is at the end of a chorus or the bridge. Your BK-3 allows you to faithfully reproduce these anomalies using this function. This does not change rhythm playback right away. Only when another VARIATION pattern starts will the Fillin Half Bar function be activated and play half the number of beats of the accompaniment pattern you selected.
Fill Ritardando This function is suitable for ballads. It causes the next Fill-In to slow down (ritardando). See Tempo Change Fill Rit below for how to set how strongly the tempo should be decreased.
Parameter Setting
Fill Ritardando Off, On
As the name implies, it is only available while the [AUTO FILL-IN] button lights.
a. Set Fill Ritardando to On.
b. Press the [START/STOP] / [ */, ] button to start rhythm playback.
c. Press a VARIATION [1]~[4] button. The BK-3 plays a Fill-In. The tempo slows down while the fill is being played. At the end of the fill, the rhythm returns to the previously set tempo (this is called a tempo).
d. Press and hold the [EXIT] button to return to the main page.
TempoCh Acc/Rit, TempoCh CPT, TempoCh Fill Rit The TermpoCh Acc/Rit parameter allows you to speed up or slow down the rhythm tempo by the amount you set here. To use these functions, you must assign them to an optional footswitch (p. 52).
There are three Ritardando functions: one for all rhythm patterns, one for Ending patterns and one for fill-ins (see Fill Ritardando above). They all use the Tempo Change settings on the following page.
Parameter Setting
TempoCh Acc/Rit 5%~92%
TempoCh CPT 0~3825
TempoCh Fill Rit 5%~92%
TempoCh Acc/Rit: Allows you to set the degree (ratio) by which the tempo changes when the Acceler or Ritard function is triggered. Example: if the tempo is currently = 100, the value 20% means that the tempo drops to q = 80 or rises to q = 120
TempoCh CPT: Use this parameter to specify how long a ritardando/accelerando should take. In most cases, 480 CPT (i.e. one measure) is probably the most musical choice.
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TempoCh Fill Rit: This parameter allows you to specify to what extent fill-in playback should be slowed down when the Fill Ritardando function is on.
Using the Ritardando/Accelerando functions For general applications (any rhythm division) proceed as follows:
a. Assign the Arr Rit or Arr Acc function to an optional footswitch (p. 52).
b. Press the [START/STOP] / [ */, ] button to start rhythm playback.
c. Press the assigned footswitch.
For Ritardandos that apply to Ending patterns proceed as follows:
a. Press the [START/STOP] / [ */, ] button to start playback.
b. Press the [ENDING] button twice in succession (double- click).
Melody Intelligent parameters This function group can be selected using [MENU] button
Performance Edit Melody Intelligent or by pressing and holding the [MELODY INTELL] button.
The following parameters are available:
Switch Select On if you want to add a MELODY INTELL part.
This part is triggered by the chord recognition of the BK-3s Automatic Accompaniment and plays automatic harmonies that are added to the melody that you are playing using the UPP part. You can choose from among 18 harmony types (see below).
Parameter Setting
Switch Off, On
MEMO
This Switch parameter can also be assigned to an optional footswitch. See Pedal Switch (p. 52).
Type Allows you to select one of the 18 harmony types:
Parameter Setting
Type
1:Duet, 2:Organ 3:Combo, 4:Strings, 5:Choir, 6:Block, 7:Big Band, 8:Country, 9:Traditional, 10:Brodway, 11:Gospel, 12:Romance, 13:Latin, 14:Country Guitar, 15:Country Ballad, 16:Waltz Organ, 17:Octave Type1, 18:Octave Type2
2nd Tone Depending on the selected Type setting, a second harmony is added to the Melody Intelligent part. If you like, you can select the desired Tone for the second harmony voice using this parameter.
Parameter Setting
2nd The Tone of the selected family
Intell Threshold This value represents the lowest velocity value (between 0 and 127) of the UPP part that triggers the Melody Intelligent part. If you dont need this switching function, select 0.
Parameter Setting
Intell Threshold 0~127
Level Allows you to set the level of the Melody Intelligent part to ensure that the harmonies blend in with the rest.
Parameter Setting
Level 0~127
Hold Pedal This parameter allows you to specify whether or not the Melody Intelligent parts notes can be held with the footswitch connected to the PEDAL HOLD/SWITCH socket.
Parameter Setting
Hold Pedal Auto, On, Off
See Using the Melody Intell(igent) Function (p. 34).
Save As Default This function allows you to save the current Performance Edit settings as default settings. These settings are loaded each time you switch on the BK-3.
1. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select YES, then press the [ENTER] button to define the current settings as the default state. The display shows a confirmation message.
If you dont want to define the current settings as the default state, use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select NO, then press the [ENTER] button.
The BK-3 then returns to the Performance Edit page.
Global parameters The settings of the Global parameters can be saved to the BK-3s global memory. If you dont save them, your changes are lost when you switch off the BK-3.
See Save Global (p. 53) for how to save these settings.
Display Contrast This parameter can be selected using [MENU] button Global Display Contrast.
It is used to change the contrast of the BK-3s display in case you
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find it difficult to read.
Parameter Setting
Display Contrast 1~10
Tuning This parameter can be selected using [MENU] button Global Tuning.
This parameter allows you to tune your BK-3 to acoustic instruments that cannot be tuned. The default is 440.0Hz.
Parameter Setting
Tuning 415.3~466.2Hz
Rhythm/SMF Track Mute See Using Track Mute and Center Cancel (p. 30).
One Touch Hold This parameter can be selected using [MENU] button Global One Touch Hold.
The parameters on this page allow you to filter certain One Touch settings. Select On for the settings you do not want to load along with the remaining One Touch settings when you press a ONE TOUCH button.
Parameter Setting
Tempo Off, On
Tone Part Off, On
Intro/Ending Off, On
Variation Off, On
Scale Tune Off, On
Performance Hold This page can be selected using [MENU] button Global Performance Hold.
The parameters on this page allow you to filter certain Performance settings. Select On for the settings you do not want to load along with the remaining settings when you select a Performance memory.
Parameter Setting
Rhythm* Off, On
Tempo* Off, On
Tone* Off, On
Tone Part Off, On
Parameter Setting
Split Off, On
Lower Octave Off, On
Arr Type Off, On
Key* Off, On
Bass Inversion Off, On
Scale Tune Off, On
[*] These parameters can also be switched by pressing and holding the assigned buttons on the front panel. (See the Hold to LOCK legends on the frontal panel.
Metronome These parameters can be selected using [MENU] button Global Metronome.
The BK-3 is equipped with a metronome that can be used in various situations.
For more information on these parameters see Using the Metronome (p. 35).
Favorite The Favorite sound list is displayed.
For more information see 9. Favorite Tones (p. 21).
Utility The Utility parameters are found on the display page that can be selected using [MENU] button Global Utility.
The following table shows the utility parameters.
Parameter Setting Explanation
SMF Quick Start Off, 2nd Bar,
1st Note
Off: Playback starts at the very beginning of the song file (which may contain a few silent bars).
2nd Bar: Causes playback to start from measure 2 of the selected Standard MIDI File.
1st Note: This is basically the same as the above, except that playback starts on the first note of the selected song.
Speaker Mode Auto, On
Auto: The internal speakers are automatically shut off when a plug is inserted into PHONES/OUTPUT jack (default).
On: The internal speakers are always active.
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Parameter Setting Explanation
Perform Next Song Off, On
At the end of the current song, the next song in the Performance List starts automatically.
If the Performance List step refers to a rhythm, the rhythm in question is loaded, but you will need to start manually by pressing the [START/
STOP] button.
UPP EQ/MFX Link Off, On If you select on, theBK-3 selects suitable Mfx and equalizer settings for each Tone you assign to the Upper part.
Rec Audio Level 24, 18, 12, 6, +0 dB
Allows you to set the recording level for your own performances. See 16. Recording your performance as audio data (p. 41). The setting of the [VOLUME] knob does not affect the recording level. (Default setting: +0 dB)
Rec Audio Sync Off, On
Off: Choose this setting when you want to start recording before starting rhythm or song playback.
On: Choose this setting when you want to be able to start recording simultaneously with rhythm/song playback. When you choose this setting, pressing the [AUDIO REC] button will stop both playback and the recorder.
USB Driver Generic, Original
Generic: Choose this if you want to use the standard USB driver that was included with your computer. Normally, you should use this mode.
Original: Choose this if you want to use a USB driver downloaded from the Roland website (www.roland. com).
Recall MIDI Set
Kbd, Rhythm, kbd/Rhythm, Song, PK Series, Off
This parameter selects the MIDI Set whose settings are loaded when the BK-3 is switched on. See MIDI Tx/Rx (p. 59).
Auto Off*
Off,
10 (5)
30 (15)
240 (30)
This parameter allows you to cause the BK-3 to switch itself off after the selected number of minutes has elapsed if you are not using it.
The default setting is 30.
Select Off if you prefer not to use this function.
The values in parentheses indicate when the pop-up countdown appears.
Visual Ctrl Mode MVC, V-LINK
This parameter allows you to select the visual control mode. The option to select depends on the messages supported by the external device: MIDI
Visual Control (MVC) or V-LINK.
Version Info n.nn Shows the version number of the BK-3s operating system
[*] When the BK-3 has been switched off by this function, you need to press the [POWER] button, wait a few seconds, then press the button again to switch the BK-3 back on. (Do not switch it on too quickly.)
Pedal Switch The Pedal Switch setting is found on the display page that can be selected using [MENU] button Global Pedal Switch.
If you do not change the factory setting, the footswitch is assigned to the Hold function.
The following table shows the functions you can assign to the footswitch.
Function Expanation
Start/Stop Starts and stops rhythm or song playback. Same function as the [START/STOP] button.
Intro
Same functions as the [INTRO], [ENDING], [VARIATION1],
[VARIATION2], [VARIATION3], [VARIATION4], [BASS INV] buttons.
See Using Rhythms (p. 22).
Ending
Variat1
Variat2
Variat3
Variat4
Bass Invers.
Arr. Hold Allows you to switch the Arranger Hold function on and off. See Arranger Hold (p. 49).
ArrChordOff Allows you to switch the Arrangers chord recognition off, in which case only the drum/percussion part is played.
HBarOnFillIn Allows you to switch the Fill In Half Bar function on and off. See Fill In Half Bar (p. 49).
Break Mute When you press the footswitch, rhythm playback is muted for the remainder of the current measure.
Reset/Start
This function allows you to have theBK-3 start on the first beat of the currently selected rhythm pattern when you press the assigned footswitch.
Use it when you are accompanying a singer or soloist whose timing is a little shaky and suddenly notice that the playback lags one or two beats behind the singer/ soloist.
Split
You can alternate between Intelligent and Pianist2 modes. When the former is selected, the chord recogni- tion area is automatically set to Left. See Zone (p. 48). When you switch to Pianist1 or Pianist2, the chord recognition area is automatically set to Whole.
Scale Upper Allows you to assign the selected Scale Tune setting to the Upper part. See One Touch Hold (p. 51).Scale Lower
Perf. Next Allows you to select the next or previous Performance.
Perf. Prev
Portamento
Pressing the footswitch activates the Portamento Time setting. When the footswitch is released, the Portamento Time setting is not used. To hear this effect, you need to set a Portamento Time value (p. 45).
Hold The assigned footswitch can be used as a Soft, Sostenuto or Sustain (Hold pedal).Soft
Sostenuto
Lower Hold The footswitch is assigned to the Lower Hold function. See Lower Hold (p. 47).
Track Mute Same function as the [TRACK MUTE] button.
Audio XFade
The footswitch can be used to activate a crossfade between two files.
To make this work, select a different song while the current song is being played back and press the footswitch.
The BK-3 creates a brief blend between the current and the next song. (This function is only available between two audio songs.)
Fade Out This function gradually decreases the volume until it reaches zero. At that time, song or rhythm playback stops automatically.
Melody Int. Allows you to control the Switch parameter of the Melody Intelligent function. See Melody Intelligent parameters (p. 50).
MFX On/Off Allows you to switch the Mfx for the keyboard parts on and off.
Arr. Rit Allows you to activate the Arrangers Tempo Change Ritard function. See TempoCh Acc/Rit, TempoCh CPT, TempoCh Fill Rit (p. 49).
Arr. Acc Allows you to activate the Arrangers Tempo Change Accel function. See TempoCh Acc/Rit, TempoCh CPT, TempoCh Fill Rit (p. 49).
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Language This parameter allows you to choose the character set to be used for the following:
Lyrics display (for files that contain lyrics)
Search functions. SeeUsing the Search Function to Locate Songs or Rhythms (p. 32).
Rename functions. See Rename a Performance List (p. 38).
Parameter Setting
Language Latin, Cyrillic, East Europe
Save Global This function allows you to save all Global parameter settings to ensure that they are loaded automatically each time you switch the BK-3 on.
You can select this function using [MENU] button Global Save Global.
1. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select YES, then press the [ENTER] button to define the current settings as the default state. The display shows a confirmation message.
If you dont want to define the current Global settings as the default state, use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select NO, then press the [ENTER] button. The BK-3 then returns to the Performance
Edit page.
One Touch Edit See Programming Your Own ONE TOUCH Settings (One Touch Edit) (p. 27).
Makeup Tools (rhythms and SMF) These functions allow you to actually edit the selected rhythm or SMF song (Standard MIDI File) without paying too much attention to the underlying parameters.
NOTE
The Rhythm Makeup Tools and SMF Makeup Tools functions cannot be used to edit Standard MIDI Files that use the XG format.
Using the Makeup Tools 1. Select the rhythm or SMF song you wish to modify on
the connected USB memory. See Selecting Rhythms (p. 24) and Selecting a Song or Rhythm on a USB Memory (p. 28).
2. Press the [START/STOP] / [ */, ] button to start playback of the song or rhythm. This allows you to listen to the song or rhythm before you start editing it.
Press the [START/STOP] / [ */, ] button again to halt playback.
NOTE
If you selected a rhythm or SMF song on the connected USB memory, press and hold the [EXIT] button to return to the main page.
3. Press the [MENU] button.
4. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select Makeup Tools, then press the [ENTER] button. If you selected a rhythm in step (1), the display changes to:
If you selected an SMF song in step (1), the display changes to:
This menu allows you to select the following entries:
Menu Option Explanation
Common Select this entry to change common parameters that affect the rhythm or song as a whole, like the reverb or chorus effect, the tempo, etc.
Instrument Select this entry to change the instruments used in the rhythm or song and their parameters (p. 54).
Freeze Data
Select this entry to burn your new settings into the file. Doing so will allow you to use your new version with any sequencer (software) or compatible Roland backing instrument (p. 57).
Save Select this entry to save your song or rhythm with the Makeup Tools settings you have made (p. 57).
Common To edit the Common parameters, use [MENU] button Makeup Tools Common.
The Common parameters on this page apply to the entire song or rhythm.
1. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired Common parameter.
2. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to change the parameter value.
3. If you are satisfied with your changes and wish to preserve them, save your rhythm/ song to the USB memory. See Saving Your New Rhythm or Song (SMF) Version in USB Memory (p. 57).
NOTE
The changes you make using the procedure described above can be burned into the rhythm/song file using the Freeze Data command (p. 57). Doing so will allow you to hear those
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changes on any sequencer (software) you use. Changes you dont freeze are nevertheless stored when you save the edited rhythm/song filebut only the BK-3 can read them.
The following parameters are available:
Reverb Type This parameter allows you to specify what kind of reverb effect you need. The available reverb types are:
Setting Meaning
Original Original This setting means that the song uses its own (programmed) reverb settings.
Room1,
Room2,
Room3
These types simulate the reverb characteristics of a room. The higher the number (1, 2 or 3), the bigger the room becomes.
Hall1,
Hall2
These types simulate the reverb of a small (1) or large (2) concert hall and thus sound much bigger than the Room types above.
Plate This algorithm simulates the acoustics of a concert hall.
Delay A delay effect (no reverb). Works a lot like an echo effect and thus repeats the sounds
Pan Delay This is a stereo version of the above delay effect. It creates repetitions that alternate between the left and right channels.
Chorus Type Chorus broadens the spatial image of the sound and creates a stereo impression. You can choose from 8 types of chorus.
Setting Meaning
Original The song uses its own (programmed) chorus settings.
Chorus
1~4 These are conventional chorus effects that add spaciousness and depth to the sound.
Fbk Chorus This is a chorus with a flanger-like effect and a soft sound.
Flanger This is an effect that sounds somewhat like a jet airplane taking off and landing
ShortDly This is a full-fledged delay effect that can be used instead of a chorus or flanger. As you will see, there are a lot of parameters you can program
ShortDlyFb This is a short delay with many repeats
Reverb Level & Chorus Level These parameters allow you to modify the output level of the Reverb (or Chorus) processor.
Rhythm Volume/Song Volume This parameter allows you to set the overall volume of the selected rhythm or song if you think it is too loud/soft.
Rhythm Tempo/Song Tempo Allows you to change the rhythms or songs tempo (q= 20~250).
Key This parameter allows you to transpose all song parts (except the drums) up to 12 semitones (1 octave) up or down. This value is written to the song data and used every time you play back this song.
NOTE
This parameter is not available for rhythms.
Undo Changes Select this entry to cancel all Rhythm/SMF Makeup Tools settings you have made and to revert to the previously saved version.
Instrument To edit the Instrument parameters, use [MENU] button Makeup Tools Instrument.
The display now shows all instruments used by the selected rhythm or SMF song.
1. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the instrument you want to change, then press the [ENTER] button. The display changes to:
The [MENU] buttons indicator flashes.
2. Press the [MENU] button to jump to the location where the instrument is used. Playback starts automatically from that point.
3. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the parameter you wish to edit.
4. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button change the parameter.
5. If you are satisfied with your changes and wish to preserve them, save your rhythm/ song to the USB memory. See Saving Your New Rhythm or Song (SMF) Version in USB Memory (p. 57).
MEMO
If you select a Drum Set in step (1) above, the parameter list looks slightly different than for instruments that do not use a Drum Set. Drum Sets are special Tones that assign different sounds to most keys/note numbers, allowing you (and the BK-3) to play realistic drum and percussion parts.
NOTE
The changes you make using the procedure described above can be burned into the rhythm/song file using the Freeze Data (p. 57). Doing so will allow you to hear those changes on any sequencer (software) you use. Changes you dont freeze are nevertheless stored when you save the edited rhythm/song filebut only the BK-3 can read them.
Icon legend The following icons refer to parameters that are respectively available for:
T Tones of regular instruments only
D Drum Sets only
The following parameters are available:
Tone (T), Drum (D ) Allows you to select a different Tone within the active Tone family.
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While selecting a Tone, you can press a TONE button to select a different family.
Parameter Setting
Tone
or
Drum
The number of Tones depends on the selected family.
Mute (T)/Drum Mute (D ) Switches the selected instrument off. The corresponding part is no longer played back. (This setting only applies to the selected instrument and thus not necessarily to the entire track.)
NOTE
In the case of the drums, you can mute two instrument groups (Drum Mute and Perc Mute, see below) separately.
Parameter Setting
Mute
or
Drum Mute
Off, On
Solo Switches off all instruments except the selected instrument.
Parameter Setting
Solo Off, On
Perc Mute (D ) Suppresses (or adds) the percussion sounds used by the drum part.
Parameter Setting
Perc Mute Off, On
Volume Adjusts the volume of the selected instrument. Negative values decrease the current volume, positive values increase it. (This is a relative setting that is added to, or subtracted from, the original setting.)
Parameter Setting
Volume -127~0~+127
Reverb Use this parameter to set the reverb send level. Negative values decrease the current reverb send level, positive values increase it. (This is a relative setting that is added to, or subtracted from, the original setting.)
Parameter Setting
Reverb -127~0~+127
Chorus Use this parameter to set the chorus send level. Negative values decrease the current chorus send level, positive values increase it. (This is a relative setting that is added to, or subtracted from, the original setting.)
Parameter Setting
Chorus -127~0~+127
Panpot Use this parameter to change the stereo placement of the selected instrument. 0 means no change, negative () values shift the instrument towards the left and positive (+) values shift it towards the right.
Parameter Setting
Panpot -127~0~+127
NOTE
In the case of Drum Sets, this setting applies to all drum/ percussion instruments. There is also a parameter that can be set for specific drum instruments (p. 57).
Octave (T) Use this parameter to transpose the selected instrument up or down by up to 4 octaves.
Parameter Setting
Octave -4~0~+4
Velocity This parameter allows you to modify the velocity range of the instrument in question. 0 means that the recorded velocity values are left untouched, negative values reduce all velocity values by the same amount (leaving differences between notes intact), while positive settings increase all velocity values.
Parameter Setting
Velocity -127~0~+127
Cut Off This filter parameter allows you to make the selected sound darker or brighter. Positive settings mean that more overtones are allowed to pass, so that the sound becomes brighter. The further this value is set in the negative direction, the fewer overtones will be allowed to pass and the sound will become softer (darker).
Characteristics of a low-pass filter
Setting
Frequency
Cutoff frequency
Parameter Setting
Cut Off -127~0~+127
NOTE
For some sounds, positive (+) Cut Off settings will cause no noticeable change because the preprogrammed Cut Off parameter is already set to its maximum value.
Resonance This is a parameter one invariably associates with a synthesizer. When the Resonance value is increased, the overtones in the area of the cutoff frequency will be emphasized, creating a sound with a strong character.
Parameter Setting
Resonance -127~0~+127
NOTE
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For some sounds, negative () Resonance settings may produce no noticeable change because the resonance is already set to the minimum value.
The following parameters allow you to set the sounds envelope. The envelope parameters affect both the volume (TVA) and the filter (TVF). The cutoff frequency will rise as the envelope rises and fall as the envelope falls.
Attack (T) This parameter adjusts the onset of the sound. Negative values speed up the attack, so that the sound becomes more aggressive.
Parameter Setting
Attack -127~0~+127
Decay (T) This parameter adjusts the time over which the sounds volume and cutoff frequency fall from the highest point of the attack down to the sustain level.
Parameter Setting
Decay -127~0~+127
NOTE
Percussive sounds usually have a sustain level of 0. Piano and guitar sounds are in this category. Holding the keys for a long time will have little effect on the duration of the notes you are playing, even if you select a high value here.
Release (T) This parameter adjusts the time over which the sound will decay after the note is released until it is no longer heard. The cutoff frequency will also fall according to this setting.
Parameter Setting
Release -127~0~+127
NOTE
Some sounds already contain natural (sampled) vibrato whose depth or speed cannot be changed.
Use the following three parameters if you think the instrument in question has too much (or could use a little more) vibrato.
Vibrato Rate (T) This parameter adjusts the speed of the pitch modulation. Positive (+) settings make the preset pitch modulation faster, and negative () settings make it slower.
Parameter Setting
Vibrato Rate -127~0~+127
Vibrato Depth (T) This parameter adjusts the intensity of the pitch modulation. Positive (+) settings mean that the wobble becomes more prominent, while negative () settings make it shallower.
Parameter Setting
Vibrato Depth -127~0~+127
Vibrato Delay (T) This parameter adjusts the time required for the vibrato effect to begin. Positive (+) settings increase the time before vibrato will begin and negative settings () shorten the time.
Parameter Setting
Vibrato Delay -127~0~+127
Mfx The BK-3 contains 2 multi-effects processors (Mfx), one reverb processor and one chorus processor that can be used to process rhythms or Standard MIDI Files.
Select Off for instruments that dont need to be processed by any Mfx.
Parameter Setting
Mfx Off, A, B
MEMO
If you select A or B, additional parameters can be edited (see below).
Mfx Type Allows you to select the desired Mfx type, i.e. the kind of effect you need. Each Mfx (A and B) can be assigned to as many instruments as you like. Be aware, however, that selecting a different type will affect all instruments that use this Mfx processor. For a list of the available Mfx types see p.. 45.
NOTE
Each Mfx can be assigned to as many instruments as you like. Be aware, however, that selecting a different type will affect all instruments that use this Mfx processor.
NOTE
While the Mfx parameter is set to Off, you cannot select a different type. In that case, the display will show the message ---.
Mfx Edit If you also want to edit the parameters of the selected effect type, press the [ENTER] button to jump to the Mfx Edit page. You can then edit the available parameters.
Equalizer Activate this setting if you want to change the timbre of the selected instrument.
Parameter Setting
Equalizer Off, On
Edit EQ To edit the equalizer parameters, press the [ENTER/] button to jump to the Edit EQ page. You can then edit the available parameters:
Parameter Setting Explanation
Equalizer Off, On
Activate this setting if you want to change the timbre of the selected instrument.
This parameter duplicates the Equalizer above and was added for your convenience.
High Freq
1500 Hz, 2000 Hz, 3000 Hz, 4000 Hz, 6000 Hz, 8000 Hz, 12000 Hz
Allows you to set the cutoff frequency of the high band (this is a shelving filter).
High Gain 15~+15 dB
Use this parameter to set the level of the selected High frequency. Positive values boost (increase the volume of ) that frequency, negative values cut (attenuate) it.
Mid Freq 200~8000 Hz Allows you to set the cutoff frequency of the middle band (this is a peaking filter).
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Parameter Setting Explanation
Mid Q 0.5, 1, 2, 4, 8
Use this parameter to specify the width of the Mid Freq band that you want to boost or cut. Smaller values mean that neighboring frequencies above/ below that value are also affected.
Mid Gain 15~+15 dB
Use this parameter to set the level of the selected Mid Freq.
Positive values boost (increase the volume of ) that frequency, negative values cut (attenuate) it.
Low Freq 90 Hz, 150 Hz, 180 Hz, 300 Hz, 360 Hz, 600 Hz
Allows you to set the cutoff frequency of the low band (this is a shelving filter).
Low Gain 15~+15 dB Use this parameter to set the level of the selected Low frequency.
Drum Instrument (D) If you want to edit the settings for specific instruments of the selected Drum Set, press the [ENTER] button to jump to the Drum Instrument page.
All instruments of the Drum Set being used are displayed.
Use the [UP] or [DOWN][ button to select the instrument you want to change, then press the [ENTER] button.
You can then use the [UP] or [DOWN][ button and the
[INC] or [DEC] button to edit the available parameters.
Parameter Setting Explanation
Instr. All Drum Set Instruments
Select the drum instrument you want to edit.
Parameters for the selected instrument
Mute Off, On Suppress (or add) the selected instrument.
Solo Off, On Switch off all instruments except the selected instrument.
Volume -127~0~+127 Use this parameter to set the volume of the selected drum instrument.
Reverb -127~0~+127
Use this parameter to set the reverb send level of the selected drum instru- ment. The effect itself can be changed on the Common page.
Chorus -127~0~+127
Use this parameter to set the chorus send level of the selected drum instru- ment. The effect itself can be changed on the Common page.
Panpot -127~0~+127
Use this parameter to set the stereo placement of the selected drum instru- ment. 0 means no change, negative values shift the instrument towards the left and positive values shift it towards the right.
Velocity -127~0~+127
This parameter allows you to modify the velocity range of the drum instrument in question. 0 means that the recorded values are left untouched, a negative setting reduces all velocity values by the same amount (leaving variations intact). A positive setting shifts all velocity values in a positive direction.
Pitch -127~0~+127 Use this parameter to tune the selected drum instrument higher or lower. 0 means that the pitch is left unchanged.
Instr Equalizer Global, Instr, Off
Global: The drum instrument uses the equalizer settings of the Drum Set it belongs to.
Instr: The drum instrument uses its own equalizer settings (see below).
Off: The drum instrument is not equalized.
Edit EQ (Press the [ENTER] button)
Provides access to the EQ parameters of the currently selected drum instrument (if Instr. Equalizer is set to Int). See Edit EQ (p. 56) for a description of the available parameters.
Undo Changes
(Press the [ENTER] button)
This function allows you to cancel the
Drum Instrument settings of the currently selected instrument and to revert to the previously saved version.
Freeze Data To commit your settings, use [MENU] button Makeup Tools Freeze Data.
Before saving your made-up song to a USB memory, you can (but you dont have to) commit your changes, thereby turning them into regular rhythm or song data.
This may come in handy if you also want to play back your new rhythm/song version on another backing instrument, sequencer or your computer. This operation is unnecessary for files you only want to use with the BK-3 or one of the models mentioned above.
Saving Your New Rhythm or Song (SMF) Version in USB Memory
MEMO
You will need an optional USB memory to save your new rhythm or song (SMF).
NOTE
Use USB memory sold by Roland (M-UF-series). We cannot guarantee operation if any other USB memory is used.
1. If you are happy with your changes and wish to preserve them, select the Save parameter and press the [ENTER] button. The BK-3 displays the contents of the USB memory.
NOTE
Even rhythms or songs for which you did not perform the Freeze Data command need to be saved using this procedure if you want to keep the changes.
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button and the [ENTER] button to select a different location if you do not want to overwrite the original version.
3. Press the [WRITE] button (it flashes).
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The BK-3 automatically adopts the name of the selected rhythm or song. If you want to save the new version under that name (and overwrite the previous version), skip to step (6) below.
4. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired character, then use the [INC] or [DEC] button to change the character. The buttons below allow you the following operations:
Button Explanation
Press this button to switch between upper- and lower-case characters.
Press this button to delete the selected character.
Press this button to insert a character.
5. Repeat steps (4) above to enter the remaining characters.
6. Press the [WRITE] button to confirm your desire to save the rhythm or song. If the USB memory already contains a rhythm or song file of that name, you will be asked whether you want to overwrite it:
In this case, select YES using the [INC] or [DEC] button and press [ENTER] to replace the old file with the new one (the old file will be lost).
Otherwise, select NO and press the [ENTER] button to return to the Save page and enter a different name.
MIDI This section discusses the BK-3s MIDI parameters.
MIDI Channels MIDI can simultaneously transmit and receive messages on 16 channels, so that up to 16 instruments can be controlled.
NOTE
All BK-3 parts are set to receive MIDI messages. If they do not seem to respond to the messages you send from the external
controller, you should check whether the external controllers MIDI OUT is connected to the MIDI IN of your BK-3.
The MIDI channels are fixed and you cannot change them.
Ch Part Ch Part
1 Rhythm Accomp. 1 / (Song 1) 2 Rhythm Bass / (Song 2)
3 Rhythm Accomp. 2 / (Song 3) 4 Upper (UPP) / (Song 4)
5 Rhythm Accomp. 3 / (Song 5) 6 (Song 6)
7 Rhythm Accomp. 4 / (Song 7) 8 Rhythm Accomp. 5 / (Song 8)
9 Rhythm Accomp. 6 / (Song 9) 10 Rhythm Drum / (Song 10)
11 Lower (LWR) / (Song 11) 12 (Song 12)
13 (Song 13) 14 (Song 14)
15 Melody Intell. / (Song 15) 16 (Song 16)
MIDI Parameters The MIDI parameters can be selected using [MENU] button MIDI
The BK-3s MIDI environment contains the following options:
Local The Local parameter allows you to establish or remove the connection between the BK-3s keyboard and the internal tone generator.
Parameter Setting
Local Off, On
When set to On (default), the keyboard and internal sound generator are connected.
If you select Off, the keyboard and internal sound generator are disconnected but the note are still transmitted to the MIDI OUT or USB port and hence to external MIDI instruments.
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Preventing Double Notes when Working with a Sequencer (Local Control)
When you have a MIDI sequencer connected, set this parameter to OFF.
Since most sequencers have their Thru function turned on, notes you play on the keyboard may be sounded in duplicate, or get dropped. To prevent this, select OFF so that the keyboard and internal sound generator will be disconnected.
Local Control
Sound Generator
MIDI
In
MIDI
Out
MIDI
Sequencer
NOTE
The setting of this parameter is not memorized when you switch off the BK-3.
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MIDI Tx/Rx The BK-3 has 6 MIDI preset settings. All you need to do is to select the MIDI preset to your need.
Parameter Setting
MIDI Tx/Rx Kbd, Rhythm, Kbd/Rhythm, Song, PK Series, Off
NOTE
This parameter applies to both reception (RX) and transmission (TX).
Kbd: This option recalls the MIDI settings for the keyboard parts (UPP, LWR, MELODY INT)
Rhythm: This option recalls the MIDI settings for the rhythm parts (Drum, Bass, Accomp. 1~6).
Kbd/Rhythm (Default): This option recalls the MIDI settings for the keyboard parts (UPP, LWR, MELODY INT) and the rhythm parts (Drum, Bass, Accomp. 1~6). The most important (and practical) use for this field is resetting the MIDI transmit/receive channels of the real-time and rhythm parts and to switch off MIDI transmission/reception of the song parts.
PK Series: This option prepares the BK-3 for MIDI control using a PK-series MIDI pedalboard.
Song: This option recall the settings for the BK-3s SMF song parts and switches off the MIDI transmission and reception of the real-time and rhythm parts.
Off: The MIDI transmission and reception are disabled.
Sync Rx This parameter is used to specify whether rhythm and song playback should be synchronized by an external MIDI device.
Parameter Setting
Sync Rx Off, On (Default setting: On)
Off: In this case, the BK-3 is not synchronized with other MIDI devices. It is thus impossible to start/stop it via MIDI.
On: Rhythm playback and Song playback are synchronized if the BK-3 receives MIDI Start and Stop messages followed by MIDI Clock signals. If the BK-3 receives only a Start message, it will wait a moment to see if there are also MIDI Clock messages coming. If there are, it will synchronize to them. If there are no MIDI Clock messages, it will follow its own tempo. In either case, you can stop playback or recording with a MIDI Stop message
Rhythm Pc (Tx/Rx Channel) The Rhythm Pc channel is used to receive and transmit program changes that cause the BK-3 or the external instrument to select another rhythm.
Parameter Setting
Rhythm Pc Off, 1~16 (Default setting: 10)
NTA (Note-to-Arranger channel Rx) NTA is short for Note-to-Arranger.
These parameters allow you to specify on which MIDI channels the BK-3 should receive chord information used to change the rhythms key in real-time.
If you want to use the Rhythm without playing on theBK-3s keyboard, you must transmit these notes on NTA MIDI channel (from your computer or external MIDI instrument to the BK-3) .
Parameter Setting
NTA Off, Ch 13, Ch 14, Ch 16 (Default setting: Ch 14)
Off: The NTA MIDI channel is disabled.
CH13, CH14,Ch16: Allows you to select the MIDI channel (13,
14, or 16) on which the BK-3 should receive NTA messages.
Pitch Bender This filter allows you to enable (On) or disable (Off) the transmission and reception of Pitch Bend messages. These messages are used to temporarily increase or decrease the pitch of the Keyboard-part notes.
Parameter Setting
Pitch Bender Off, On (Default setting: On)
Modulation This filter allows you to enable (On) or disable (Off) the transmission and reception of Modulation messages. These messages are used to add vibrato to the notes you play (control change CC01).
Parameter Setting
Modulation Off, On (Default setting: On)
Program Change This filter allows you to enable (On) or disable (Off) the transmission and reception of Program Change messages. These messages are used to select Tones, Styles, or Performance.
Parameter Setting
Program Change Off, On (Default setting: On)
Rx Velocity This filter allows you to enable (On) or disable the reception of velocity messages. This only applies to note messages received via MIDI. Choose the velocity value to be substituted for the actual values the BK-3 receives (1~127), or select On to use the velocity values as is.
Parameter Setting
Program Change On, 1~127 (Default setting: On)
Clock Tx This parameter allows you to determine whether (On) or not (Off) the Rhythm and Song send MIDI Clock messages when you start them. These messages are necessary for synchronizing external MIDI instruments/sequencers/software to the BK-3.
Parameter Setting
Clock Tx Off, On (Default setting: On)
Start Stop Tx This option allows you to specify whether or not the Rhythm and Song send Start/Stop/Continue messages when you start or stop them. Select Off when you wish to control the tone generator of a MIDI organ, etc., without starting or stopping its automatic accompaniment.
Parameter Setting
Start Stop Tx Off, On (Default setting: On)
SMF Position Tx The BK-3s Song player also sends and receives Song Position Pointer messages that indicate the exact location of the notes that are being played back.
Select OFF if you dont want to send or receive these messages.
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Parameter Setting
SMF Position Tx Off, On (Default setting: Off)
Visual Control Tx Allows you to set the MIDI transmit channel for the Visual Control function. (The BK-3 does not receive Visual Control messages.)
Parameter Setting
Visual Control Tx 1~16 (Default setting: 16)
See 18. Controlling Video Equipment (Visual Control) (p. 61).
Checking a Tones or Rhythms MIDI Address
Tones and rhythms can also be selected via MIDI. To this effect, they use an internal address, which is not usually displayed. For MIDI applications involving sequencers or external controllers, knowing the official address may come in handy. The BK-3 has a handy system that provides this information instantlythere is thus no need to look up the MIDI address in the tables at the end of this manual.
1. Select the Tone or Rhythm whose MIDI address you need to know.
(Tone selection window) (Rhythm selection window)
2. Press and hold the [NUMERIC] button to call up a pop-up window.
(Tone selection window) (Rhythm selection window)
3. Press the [EXIT] button (or press [NUMERIC] again) to return to the previous page.
Factory Reset The following function allows you to recall the BK-3s original factory settings. This has no effect on the data stored on a USB memory
1. Press the [MENU] button. The display changes to:
2. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the Factory Reset entry, then press the [ENTER] button.
3. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select YES, then press the [ENTER] button to load the factory settings. Select NO to return to the previous display page without loading the factory settings.
A confirmation message informs you that the BK-3 has been initialized.
Formatting a USB memory This function allows you to format the connected USB memory.
USB memories using the FAT-32 file system may not need to be formatted. We nevertheless recommend formatting all new USB storage devices with the BK-3.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Formatting a USB memory means that all files (songs, rhythms, etc.) it contains are lost.
Always check the contents of the memory before deciding to format it.
1. Connect the a USB storage you want to format device to the USB MEMORY port on the BK-3s rear panel.
2. Press the [MENU] button.
3. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the Format USB Device entry, then press the [ENTER] button.
4. Use the [INC] or [DEC] button to select YES, then press the [ENTER] button to format the USB memory. A confirmation message informs you that the USB memory has been formatted.
The following folders are created on the USB memory
Folder Name Description
My Performances
This folder is used to save Performance Lists. (The contents of this folder cannot be viewed by pressing the [USB MEMORY] button. You need to press the PERFORMANCE [LIST] button gain access to the files it contains. The contents can be viewed on a computer, however.)
My Recordings This folder is used to store your audio recordings. See 16. Recording your performance as audio data (p. 41).
My Rhythms This folder can be used to save rhythms you edited with the Makeup Tools functions. See Makeup Tools (rhythms and SMF) (p. 53).
My Songs This folder can be used to save SMF songs you edited with the Makeup Tools functions. See Makeup Tools (rhythms and SMF) (p. 53).
NOTE
We recommend copying the contents of your USB memory to your computer before formatting it.
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18. Controlling Video Equipment (Visual Control) The BK-3 has a powerful interface for realtime audio-and-video integration.
What is MIDI Visual Control?
MIDI Visual Control is an internationally- used recommended practice that was added to the MIDI specification so that visual expression could be linked with musical performance. Video equipment that is compatible with MIDI Visual Control can be connected to electronic musical
instruments via MIDI in order to control video equipment in tandem with a performance.
How to Connect a Video Equipment When MIDI Visual Control- or V-LINK compatible devices are connected via MIDI, youll be able to easily enjoy a variety of visual effects that are linked to the expressive elements of your performance.
For example, if you use the BK-3 with the EDIROL P-10, youll be able to use the various controls on the BK-3s keyboard to switch and control images on the EDIROL P-10.
In order to enjoy the Visual Control function with the BK-3 and the EDIROL P-10, youll need to make connections using a MIDI cable (sold separately)
Image output
Projector Edirol P-10 Visual Sampler
MIDI OUT
MIDI IN
NOTE
To prevent malfunction and speaker damage, you must minimize the volume on all equipment and turn off their power before you make any connections.
1. Connect the BK-3s MIDI OUT socket to the MIDI IN socket of the optional MIDI Visual Control/V-LINK device.
How to Enable/Disable the Video Control Function 1. Press and hold the [BASS INV] button while pressing the
[AUTO FILL IN] button. The following confirmation appears:
Repeat this step to switch the Visual Control function back off. The following message briefly confirms this operation:
Selecting clips and banks on an optional MIDI Visual Control/ V-LINK device
1. Switch on the Visual Control function.
2. Press a key in the highest octave (C#6~C7) to select the desired clips on the external MIDI Visual Control/V-LINK- compatible device.
Clip selection via MIDI Visual Control/V-LINK
Key Description MIDI message
C#6 Control the image bank (Bank Select) BF 00 00
D6 Switch images (Clip 1) CF 00
D#6 Control the image bank (Bank Select) BF 00 01
E6 Switch images (Clip 2) CF 01
F6 Switch images (Clip 3) CF 02
F#6 Control the image bank (Bank Select) BF 00 02
G6 Switch images (Clip 4) CF 03
G#6 Control the image bank (Bank Select) BF 00 03
A6 Switch images (Clip 5) CF 04
A#6 Control the image bank (Bank Select) BF 00 04
B6 Switch images (Clip 6) CF 05
C7 Switch images (Clip 7) CF 06
Using the black keys (Bank Select) and white keys (PC), 5 x 7= 35 clips can be selected.
NOTE
While the Visual Control function is active, the C#6~C7 keys are temporarily unavailable for playing notes.
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19. Wireless LAN Function
What is Wireless LAN Function? By inserting the wireless USB Adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold separately) into the BK-3s USB MEMORY port, youll be able to use wireless compatible applications (such as the Air Recorder iPhone app).
iPhone etc. Wireless LAN access point (e.g., wireless LAN router)
Wireless LAN Wireless LAN
Wireless USB Adapter (sold separately: WNA1100-RL)
BK-3
Items required to use the wireless LAN function Wireless USB Adapter (sold separately: WNA1100-RL)
Wireless LAN access point (e.g., wireless LAN router) *1*2*3
Phone or iPod touch etc.
*1 The wireless LAN access point you use must support WPS. If your wireless LAN access point does not support WPS, you can connect using the procedure described in Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point That You Select (p. 63).
*2 The ability to connect with all kinds of wireless LAN access points is not guaranteed.
*3 If youre unable to connect to the wireless LAN access point, try connecting using Ad-Hoc mode (p. 64).
Basic Connection Method (Connect by WPS)
The first time you connect the BK-3 to a wireless network, youll need to perform the following procedure (WPS) to join the wireless network.
This procedure is required only the first time. (Once youve joined the network, this procedure will no longer be necessary.)
What is WPS? This is a standard that makes it easy to make security settings when connecting to a wireless LAN access point. We recommend that you use WPS when connecting to a wireless LAN access point.
1. Turn on the power of the BK-3.
2. Insert the wireless USB Adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold separately) into the BK-3s USB MEMORY port.
3. Press and hold the WPS button for three seconds while taking care to hold it firmly with two fingers at least, to prevent it from bending. The indicator of the wireless USB Adapter flashes.
The Indicator flashes WPS button
NOTE
If you apply excessive force to the USB adapter when pressing the button, you may damage it.
4. Perform the WPS operation on your wireless LAN access point (e.g., press and hold the WPS button on your wireless LAN access point). For details on WPS operation of your wireless LAN access point, refer to the documentation for your wireless LAN access point.
Once successfully connected the indicator of the wireless USB adapter lights steadily.
NOTE
The device (e.g., iPhone) running the application must be connected to the same network.
MEMO
The connection data is stored in memory when you perform the WPS procedure; the device will automatically connect to the wireless network next time.
All connection data will be erased if you perform a factory reset.
Connection data is not included in a backup.
Icons in the display The wireless LAN status is shown in the main page and in the wireless menu when the wireless USB adapter is inserted.
wireless icon
Icon Explanation
Currently connected to the wireless LAN access point. Three bars are used to indicate the signal level (the strength of the connected wireless LAN access points radio signal).
The wireless USB adapter is inserted, but not connected with a wireless LAN access point.
Ad-Hoc mode (p. 64).
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Wireless LAN Function Settings You can view or edit the wireless settings.
1. Select the MENU] button g Wireless. The Wireless page will appear.
2. Use the [UP] or [Down] to move the cursor to select the desired parameter.
3. Press the [ENTER] button to enter to move in the new page.
Status Indication The first row of the Wireless page shows the wireless LAN status.
Status Indication Explanation
Connected Currently connected to the wireless LAN access point.
The identifier (name) of the connected wireless LAN access point is shown
Now Connecting A connection with the wireless LAN access point is being established.
Not Connected The wireless USB adapter is inserted, but not connected to a wireless LAN access point.
Not Available The wireless USB adapter is not inserted.
Ad-Hoc
Ad-Hoc mode (p. 64).
The Ad-Hoc SSID and Ad-Hoc Key are shown.
For details, refer to Connecting in Ad-Hoc mode (p. 64).
Access Point Indication The second row of the Wireless page shows the Access Point connected. To select an Access Point see Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point That You Select (p. 63).
Device Name Indication The third row of the Wireless page shows the Device Name.
The Device Name is BK-3 (Default). See Wireless ID (p. 64).
Select Access Point Page Move to a screen where you can choose a wireless LAN access point and connect to it.
Wireless Info Page Move to the screen to view the IP address and MAC address.
Wireless Option Page Make settings for Wireless ID or Ad-Hoc mode (Ad-Hoc Mode).
See Other Settings (Wireless Option) (p. 63).
Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point That You Select
This method lets you connect by choosing a wireless LAN access point from the list that is displayed.
* Wireless standards 802.11g/n (2.4 GHz) and authentication
methods WPA/WPA2 are supported.
1. Select the [MENU] button g Wireless gSelect Access Point After a short scan the Select Access Point list will appear.
MEMO
* The currently-connected wireless LAN access point is shown in reverse.
* To refresh the list, exit and then reenter this screen.
2. Choose the wireless LAN access point to which you want to connect, and press the [ENTER] button. You will be connected to the selected wireless LAN access point.
If youre using this wireless LAN access point for the first time, youll proceed to the authorization (AUTHORIZATION) screen.
If this is a wireless LAN access point to which you have connected in the past, just press the [ENTER] button and youll be connected. Once successfully connected, youll be returned to the status (WIRELESS) screen.
Authorization screen (Enter Passphrase) 3. Use the [UP] or [DOWN] button to select the desired
character, then use the [INC] or [DEC] button to change the character. The buttons below allow you the following operations:
Button Explanation
Press this button to switch between upper- and lower-case characters.
Press this button to delete the selected character.
Press this button to insert a character.
4. Repeat steps (3) above to enter the security code (passphrase) of your wireless LAN access point.
5. Press the [WRITE] button. * You cannot enter a space at the end of the passphrase.
Once successfully connected, youll be returned to the status Wireless screen.
Other Settings (Wireless Option) 1. Select the MENU] button g Wireless g Wireless
Option. The Wireless Option screen will appear.
Wireless LAN Function
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Parameter Explanation
Wireless ID
Specifies the final digits of the BK-3s device name and Ad-Hoc SSID (BK-3) that will be shown as the instrument in the wirelessly connected app.
Normally, you should specify 0, but if you have more than one of the same instrument, you can set the Wireless ID in the range of 199 to change the device name and Ad-Hoc SSID for each instrument, as follows.
If Wireless ID=0 BK-3 (default value)
If Wireless ID=1, BK-3_1
:
If Wireless ID=99, BK-3_99
Ad-Hoc Mode
Turns Ad-Hoc mode on/off (default = Off).
The Ad-Hoc Mode ON g OFF setting will take effect after youve turned the unit off, then back on again.
Ad-Hoc Channel
Specifies the channel (111) for Ad-Hoc mode (default = 1).
NOTE
* The Wireless Options settings are confirmed and saved when exiting from the Wireless Options screen.
* The Ad-Hoc Mode ON g OFF setting will take effect after youve turned the unit off, then back on again.
Connecting in Ad-Hoc mode Heres how to connect in Ad-Hoc mode.
Limitations
The iPod touch or other wireless device connected in Ad-Hoc mode will be unable to communicate with the Internet or with another wireless device. However, an iPhone or other wireless device that has cellular capability will be able to connect to the Internet via the cellular connection.
Please be aware that if you use a cellular connection for Internet connectivity, you may incur costs depending on your rate plan.
1. Select the [MENU] button g Wireless gWireless Options The Wireless Options screen will appear.
What is Ad-Hoc mode? Ad-Hoc mode lets you connect the BK-3 directly to an iPhone or other wireless device without using a wireless LAN access point. This is a convenient way to use the BK-3 with an iPhone or other wireless device if youre in a location where the wireless LAN access point you normally use is unavailable, such as when youre away from home.
Wireless USB Adapter (sold separately: WNA1100-RL)
BK-3iPhone etc.
2. Turn the Ad-Hoc Mode On. You can use Channel to specify a channel (111) for Ad-Hoc mode. Normally, you wont need to change the channel. Try changing the channel only if you have problems connecting.
3. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the Wireless screen. The Ad-Hoc SSID (BK-3) and the Ad-Hoc Key (a five-character text string) will be displayed in the Wireless screen.
4. On the iPhone or other wireless device that you want to connect, select the Ad-Hoc SSID to make the connection. (For example, on an iPhone, choose [Settings] g [Wi-Fi] g [Choose a Network] to select the above Ad-Hoc SSID. A password entry screen will appear; enter the above Ad- Hoc key.) For details on how to connect to a wireless LAN from an iPhone or other device, refer to the owners manual of that device.
5. When you want to end the Ad-Hoc mode connection, restore the iPhone settings in [Settings] g [Wi-Fi] g [Choose a Network] to their previous state.
NOTE
The Ad-Hoc Mode ON g OFF setting will take effect after youve turned the unit off, then back on again.
Checking the IP Address and MAC Address (WIRELESS INFO)
Heres how to check the IP address and MAC address.
1. Select the [MENU] button g Wireless gWireless Info.
MEMO
The MAC address shows the value indicated on the bottom of the wireless USB adapter (WNA1100-RL; sold separately).
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20. Troubleshooting Symptom Action Page
Power does not turn on. Is the included AC adaptor/power cord correctly connected to an AC outlet and to the BK-3?
Do not use any AC adaptor or power cord other than the ones included. Doing so will cause malfunctions.
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No sound from the BK-3
Did you switch the BK-3 on? 16
Could the [VOLUME] knob be turned down? Select a higher setting. -
Can you hear sound through headphones?
If you can hear sound through headphones, it may be that the
connection cables are broken, or that your amp or speaker has
malfunctioned. Check the cables and your equipment once again.
-
Could the part volume settings have been minimized?
Check the Volume setting of each part. 44, 47
Could a MIDI message received from an external MIDI device (volume message or exclusive message) have lowered the volume? -
The volume level of the instrument is too low when it is connected to an amplifier
Could you be using a connection cable that contains a resistor?
Use a connection cable that doesnt contain a resistor -
The pitch of the selected rhythm/song is incorrect Is the Tuning setting appropriate?
Did you transpose the rhythm/song? Also check the Rhythm Scale Tune parameter. 51
Cant hear the vocal of an audio file (mp3 or WAV).
Cant hear the melody of SMF files.
If the [TRACK MUTE] (CENTER CANCEL) button is lit, the vocal sound will be attenuated.
If the [TRACK MUTE] button is lit, the melody of the MIDI files will be muted. Switch it off. 51
A buzz is heard from the external amplifier Is the external amplifier or other device used with the BK-3 connected to a different AC power outlet?
Connect the amplifier or other device to the same AC outlet as the BK-3. -
Cant play an audio/mp3-format song Is the song in a format that the BK-3 is able to read? 28
After connecting theBK-3s USB COMPUTER port to your computer, the BK-3 doesnt receive MIDI messages.
The BK-3 may be receiving on a MIDI channel on which the MIDI controller doesnt transmit. Correct the MIDI controllers transmit channel. 58
Unable to read from/write to USB memory.
Are you using an (optional) Roland USB memory (M-UF series)?
Reliable performance cannot be guaranteed if you use non Roland USB memory products. -
Check the format of your USB memory. The BK-3 can use USB memory that has been formatted as FAT. If your USB memory was formatted using any other method, please re-format it using the BK-3. 60
Cant save to USB memory. Could the USB memory be write protected? -
Is there sufficient free space on the USB memory? -
Audio recording wont start or stops unexpectedly.
Are you using an (optional) Roland USB memory (M-UF-series)?
Reliable performance cannot be guaranteed if you use non Roland USB memory products. -
Is there sufficient free space on the USB memory? -
The songs wont play. The file type of the song is not one of the file types that the BK-3 can play. 28
It may be that the song data is damaged. -
No Performance Lists are displayed. The USB memory doesnt contain any Performance List files. -
For some reason the USB memory is not recognized. -
Cant connect to a wireless LAN access point
Make sure that your wireless LAN access point supports WPS. If your wireless LAN access point does not support WPS, you can connect using the procedure described in Connecting to a Wireless LAN Access Point That You Select (p. 63).
Have you entered the correct password in the iPhone or other wireless device? Disconnect and reconnect the wireless device and then enter the right BK-3 Ad-Hoc Key. (For example, on an iPhone, to disconnect, choose [Settings] g [Wi-Fi], press the arrow icon on the right of the network name and then press Forget this Network.
The 802.11a/b wireless standard is not supported. Please use the 802.11g/n (2.4 GHz) wireless standard.
The WEP authentication method is not supported. Please use the WPA or WPA2 authentication method.
Make sure that DHCP is enabled for your wireless LAN access point. If you dont get connected to the previously-connected wireless LAN access point when you turn
on the power, check and make sure the setting described in Connecting in Ad-Hoc mode (p. 64) is OFF.
There is a limit to the connection data that can be remembered. Making a new connection may cause older connection data to be deleted.
All connection data will be deleted if you execute a factory reset. If the connection data has been deleted, please re-connect to the wireless LAN access point.
The display indicates Access Point Not Supported, and cant connect to the wireless LAN access point This Access Point is not supported. Please use the WPA or WPA2 authentication method.
Communication is unstable
Communication may be unstable depending on the usage of the radio frequency spectrum. If communication is unstable, the response may be sluggish, or if using audio communication, there may be dropouts in the audio. The following actions may improve the situation.
Move the wireless LAN access point and the BK-3 closer to each other. Change the channel setting of the wireless LAN access point.
Troubleshooting
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Symptom Action Page
The BK-3 is not found in the instrument connections of the app (such as the iPhone app Air Recorder)
Is the BK-3 powered up? Is the wireless USB adapter (WNA1100-RL) inserted to the BK-3? Is the BK-3 connected to the wireless LAN? Are the BK-3 and the iPhone connected to the same network (the same wireless LAN access
point)? Is the wireless LAN access point set to allow communication between wireless LAN devices?
For details on settings, refer to the owners manual of your wireless LAN access point.
Your iPhone or iPod touch wont connect to the Internet
Is the wireless LAN access point connected to the Internet? Could you be connected in Ad-Hoc mode?
The iPod touch or other wireless device connected in Ad-Hoc mode will be unable to communicate with the Internet or with another wireless device. However, an iPhone or other wireless device that has cellular capability will be able to connect to the Internet via the cellular connection. Please be aware that if you use a cellular connection for Internet connectivity, you may incur costs depending on your rate plan. A wireless device such as an iPod touch that does not have cellular capability will become unable to connect to the Internet in this case.
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21. Specifications DISPLAY TYPE Display 132 x 64 pixels, graphic monochrome LCD (backlit)
KEYBOARD Keyboard type 61 velocity sensitive keys Key Touch: High, Medium, Low, Fixed
Keyboard Modes Whole, Split, Dual
SOUND GENERATOR Max. Polyphony 128 voices (GM2/GS/XG Lite compatible)
Tones 851 (Possibility to create a list of 10 frequently used sounds and recall them instantly)
Drum Sets 53
Multitimbral parts 2 keyboard parts (UPP, LWR) + 16 song parts
Master Tuning 415.3~466.2 Hz
Key Control (Transpose) 6~+5 in semitones (for rhythm, smf, mp3/wav)
EFFECTS
Real Time Parts (UPP, LWR) Reverb and Chorus: depending on Rhythm/SMF Reverb Chorus Macro
1 Mfx (84 Mfx Editable Macro) (selectable via Tone Part Mfx)
EQ
Rhythms/SMF section
Reverb: 8 types (selectable via Makeup Tools)
Chorus: 8 types (selectable via Makeup Tools)
2 Mfx (84 Mfx Editable Macro) (selectable via Makeup Tools)
EQ
BACKING SECTION
Rhythms 250 in 5 Rhythm families (localized rhythms for specific areas are included in the WORLD 1 and WORLD 2 families)
Real-time player Rhythms (STL), SMF (Format 0/1), KAR, mp3, WAV
Tempo Change 20~250 BPM for SMF and rhythms
Time Stretch 75~125% for mp3 and WAV
One Touch memories 4 suitable tones for each rhythm (Programmable).
Rhythm and SMF Makeup Tools Instrument-oriented editing
Track Mute For Rhythms/SMF
Center Cancel For mp3/WAV
AUDIO RECORDING
Media USB Flash memory
Save format Audio files: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear)
METRONOME
Time Signature 1~32/16, 1~32/8,, 1~32/4, 1~32/2
Mode Always, Play
Count In Off, 1 bar, 2 bars
PERFORMANCE MEMORIES
Performance Lists Unlimited number (storage on USB memory)
Over 500 Music Assistant memories (internal memory)
5 Factory Song memories (internal memory)
Performance memories per List Max. 999
SEARCH FUNCTION Quick location of Rhythms, and Songs on the connected USB memory
DEMO Demo Yes
LYRICS ON INTERNAL DISPLAY Lyrics SMF, mp3/WAV
PANEL CONTROLS Volume 1 Knob
Balance (Backing/Keyboard) 2 Buttons
Pitch Bend/Modulation Lever 1
CONNECTORS PHONE/OUTPUT jack 1/4 phone type (TRS connector)
Foot pedal jack PEDAL HOLD/SWITCH (assignable)
Specifications
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MIDI connectors MIDI IN, MIDI OUT (Visual Control function)
USB ports USB COMPUTER connector (Type B, reception and transmission of MIDI data)
USB MEMORY (Type A, data storage devices)
GENERAL SPECIFICATION Speakers 2 x 10 cm
Rated power output 2 x 7.5 W
Power supply AC adaptor (PSB-1U adaptor)
Current Draw 1200 mA
Auto Off function Off, 10min, 30min, 240min
Dimensions
Without music rest:
1044 (W) x 317 (D) x 129 (H) mm
41-1/8 (W) x 12-1/2 (D) x 5-1/8 (H) inches
Including music rest:
1044 (W) x 408 (D) x 318 (H) mm
41-1/8 (W) x 16-1/16 (D) x 12-9/16 (H) inches
Weight 7.5 kg (excluding AC adaptor and music rest)
16 lbs 9 oz (excluding AC adaptor and music rest)
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Owners Manual
PSB-1U AC adaptor,
Power cord (for connecting the AC adaptor)
Music rest
OPTIONS
USB USB flash memory (M-UF-series)
Wireless USB Adaptor (WNA1100-RL)
Pedals DP-series/BOSS FS-5U foot switch
NOTE
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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22. MIDI Implementation Chart
Function... Transmitted Recognized Remarks
Basic Channel
Default Changed
1-16 116, Off
116 116, Off
Mode Default Messages Altered
Mode 3 Mode 3, 4 (M=1) **************
Mode 3 Mode 3, 4 (M = 1)
*2
Note Number :
True Voice 0~127 *************
0127 0127
Velocity Note On Note Off
O X
O O
After Touch
Keys Channels
O O
O O
Pitch Bend O O
Control Change
0, 32 1 5
6, 38 7
10 11 16 64 65 66 67 69 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 84 91 93
98, 99 100, 101
O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O
O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O (Reverb) O (Chorus) O O
Bank Select Modulation Portamento Time Data Entry Volume Panpot Expression C1 Hold 1 Portamento Sostenuto Soft Hold 2 Resonance Realease Time Attack Time Cutoff Decay Time Vibrato Rate Vibrato Depth Vibrato Delay Portamento Control Effect 1 Depth Effect 3 Depth NRPN LSB, MSB RPN LSB, MSB
Program Change : True Number
0127 **************
O 0127 Program No. 1128
System Exclusive O O
System Common
: Song Position : Song Select : Tune Request
O X X
O X X
System Real Time
: Clock : Commands
O O
O O
Aux Messages
: All Sound Off : Reset All Controllers : Local On/Off : All Notes Off : Active Sensing : System Reset
X X O X O X
O (120, 126, 127) O (121) O (Song parts) O (123125) O X
Notes *1 O X is selectable *2 Recognized as M = 1 even if M 1.
Mode 1 : OMNI ON, POLY Mode 2 : OMNI ON, MONO Mode 3 : OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4 : OMNI OFF, MONO
O : Yes X : No
*1
*1 *1
*1 *1
*1
*1 *1
*1
Backing Keyboard Model: BK-3
*1 *1
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23. Chord Intelligence Table
Cm7 ( 5 )
C C# D E E F
CM7 C#M7 DM7 E M7 EM7 FM7
C7 C#7 D7 E 7 E7 F7
Cm C#m Dm E m Em Fm
Cm7 C#m7 Dm7 E m7 Em7 Fm7
Cdim C#dim Ddim E dim Edim Fdim
Dm7 ( 5 ) Em7 ( 5 )
Caug C#aug Daug E aug Eaug Faug
C7sus4 C#7sus4 D7sus4 E 7sus4 E7sus4 F7sus4
Fm7 ( 5 )E m7 ( 5 )C#m7 ( 5 )
Csus4 C#sus4 Dsus4 E sus4 Esus4 Fsus4
C7/13 C#7/13 D7/13 E 7/13 E7/13 F7/13
CmM7 C#mM7 DmM7 E mM7 EmM7 FmM7
Chord Intelligence Table
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F# G A A B B
F#M7 GM7 A M7 AM7 B M7 BM7
F#7 G7 A 7 A7 B 7 B7
F#m Gm A m Am B m Bm
F#m7 Gm7 A m7 Am7 B m7 Bm7
F#dim Gdim A dim Adim B dim Bdim
Gm7 ( 5 ) Am7 ( 5 ) Bm7 ( 5 )
F#aug Gaug A aug Aaug B aug Baug
F#7sus4 G7sus4 A 7sus4 A7sus4 B 7sus4 B7sus4
B m7 ( 5 )A m7 ( 5 )F#m7 ( 5 )
F#sus4 Gsus4 A sus4 Asus4 B sus4 Bsus4
F#7/13 G7/13 A 7/13 A7/13 B 7/13 B7/13
F#mM7 GmM7 A mM7 AmM7 B mM7 BmM7
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Symbols
1st Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
2nd Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
2nd Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
A
AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Access Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Acc/Rit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Ad-Hoc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Arranger Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Arranger Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Attack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46,56
AUDIO REC button . . . . . . . . . . 11
[AUTO FILL IN] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
AUTO FILL IN button . . . . . . . . 10
Automatic Accompaniments 22
Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,16,52
B
backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
BACKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
BALANCE buttons . . . . . . . . . . . 10
[BASS INV] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
BASS INV button . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
beat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22,23,25
Bender Assign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Bender Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
C
C1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Center Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Chord Intelligence . . . . . . . . . . 70
Chorus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Chorus Send . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Chorus Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Clock Tx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Coarse Tune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Common . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Create . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Cursor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cursor and value buttons . . . . 11
Cut Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45,55
D
DC IN jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
DC IN socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Decay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46,56
Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Device Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,18
Display Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Drum Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Dual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
E
Edit EQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
[ENDING] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
ENDING button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
ENTER/SELECT/DESELECT button 11
Eq Part Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Equalizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
EXIT button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
F
Factory Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Favorite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
FAVORITE button . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Favorite Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Fill Ritardando . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Filtering Performance . . . . . . . 39
Filters On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Fine Tune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Formatting a USB memory . . 60
Freeze Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
G
Global . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
H
Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Hold Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45,50
I
Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Intell Threshold . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
[INTRO] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
INTRO button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
J
K
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34,48,54
KEYBOARD DUAL button . . . . 12
KEYBOARD SPLIT button . . . . 12
KEY button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Key Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
L
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Listening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Lower Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Lyrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
M
MAC Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Main page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Makeup Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
MARK A/B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Master Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Melody Intell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Melody Intelligent . . . . . . . . . . 50
Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
MENU button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35,51
METRONOME button . . . . . . . . 11
Metronome Settings . . . . . . . . 35
Mfx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45,56
Mfx Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47,56
Mfx Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Mfx Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46,56
MIDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
MIDI Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
MIDI Implementation Chart . 69
MIDI IN & OUT sockets . . . . . . . 12
MIDI Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
MIDI Tx/Rx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
MIDI Visual Control . . . . . . . . . . 61
Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Modulation Assign . . . . . . . . . . 45
Move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Music Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Music Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
N
Name of a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
24. Index
Index
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Note-to-Arranger channel Rx 59
NTA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Numeric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
NUMERIC button . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
O
Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
OCTAVE buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Octave Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
One Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
ONE TOUCH button . . . . . . . . . 11
One Touch Edit . . . . . . . . . . . 27,53
One Touch Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
One Touch memory . . . . . . . . . 27
P
Panpot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44,55
PEDAL HOLD/SWITCH . . . . . . . 12
Pedal Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Perc Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Performance Edit . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Performance Hold . . . . . . . . . . 51
PERFORMANCE LIST button . 11
Performance Lists . . . . . . . . . . . 36
PERFORMANCE WRITE button 11
PHONE/OUTPUT . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Pitch Bender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Pitch Bend/Modulation lever 10
Play All Songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Playing Back Rhythms . . . . . . . 24
Portamento Mode . . . . . . . . . . 45
Portamento Time . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Power On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
POWER switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Program Change . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Q
R
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46,56
Rename . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Resonance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46,55
Reverb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Reverb Level & Chorus Level . 54
Reverb Send . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Reverb Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
RHYTHM FAMILY buttons . . . . 10
Rhythm Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Rhythm Pc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Rhythms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22,24
Rhythm/SMF Track Mute . . . . 51
Rhythms MIDI Address . . . . . . 60
Rhythm Tempo/Song Tempo 54
Rhythm Volume/Song Volume 54
Ritardando/Accelerando . . . . 50
Rx Velocity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
S
Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50,53
Scale Tune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Scale Tune Switch . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Select Access Point . . . . . . . . . . 63
SMF Position Tx . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Solo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47,55
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Split . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19,47
Split Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
START/STOP] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
START/STOP button . . . . . . . . . 10
Start Stop Tx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Sync Rx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
SYNC START] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
SYNC START button . . . . . . . . . 10
T
TAP TEMPO button . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tempo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
TEMPO buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
TempoCh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
TempoCh Acc/Rit . . . . . . . . . . . 49
TempoCh CPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
TempoCh Fill Rit . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
TONE buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tone Part MFX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Tone Part View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Track Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
TRACK MUTE/CENTER CANCEL butto 11
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
U
Undo Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
USB COMPUTER port . . . . . . . . 12
USB Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
USB MEMORY button . . . . . . . 11
USB MEMORY port . . . . . . . . . . 12
USB Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
V
VARIATION [1], [2], [3], [4] . . . . 23
VARIATION 1/2/3/4 buttons . . 10
Velocity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Vibrato Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . 46,56
Vibrato Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . 46,56
Vibrato Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46,56
Video Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Visual Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Visual Control Tx . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
V-LINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44,47,55
VOLUME knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
volume of the real-time parts 20
W
Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Wireless Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Wireless Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
WPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
X
Y
Z
Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
When you need repair service, access this URL and find your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in
your country.
http://roland.cm/service
Roland Service Centers and Distributors
74
75
For EU Countries
SJ/T 11364 GB/T 26572 GB/T 26572
: :
Shortcut List
* 6 0 2 0 0 0 5 7 8 - 0 6 *
Press an hold Function
Pressing and holding one of the RHYTHM FAMILY buttons locks the rhythm so as to keep it from changing when you select another Performance memory or Music Assistant.
Pressing and holding one of the TONE buttons locks the Tone so as to keep it from changing when you select another Performance memory or Music Assistant.
Locks the tempo or Key setting to keep it from changing when you select another Performance memory or Music Assistant.
Open the Metronome page allowing you to specify when and how the metronome should sound.
Opens the Rhythm Track Mute or Song Track Mute page.
After activating record standby mode (the indicator flashes), pressing and holding this button will cancel that mode (use it if you dont want to record after all).
Takes you back to the main page, no matter where you currently are.
Opens the One Touch Edit page.
[SPLIT] button opens the Split page. [DUAL] button opens the display page that shows
which the current Tone for the lower part is. [SPLIT] + [DUAL] buttons: simultaneously pressing
them (without holding them) opens the display page where you can set the volume of the Upper and Lower parts.
Opens the Melody Intelligence page.
+ Open the list of Favorite Tones.
NOTE
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