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Roland XV-2020 User Manual

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MIDI Implementation
MIDI Implementation
Hold 1 (Controller number 64)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 40H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) 0-63 = OFF, 64-127 = ON
* Not received when Tone Receive Hold-1 parameter (Patch Tone or Rhythm Tone) is
OFF.
* Not received in Performance mode when Receive Hold-1 parameter (Performance MIDI)
is OFF.
Portamento (Controller number 65)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 41H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) 0 - 63 = OFF, 64 - 127 = ON
* In Performance mode the Part Portamento Switch parameter (Performance Part) will
change.
Sostenuto (Controller number 66)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 42H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) 0 - 63 = OFF, 64 - 127 = ON
Soft (Controller number 67)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 43H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) 0 - 63 = OFF, 64 - 127 = ON
Legato Foot Switch (Controller number 68)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 44H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127) 0 - 63 = OFF, 64 - 127 = ON
* In Performance mode the Part Legato Switch parameter (Performance Part) will change.
Hold-2 (Controller number 69)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 45H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127)
*A hold movement isn’t done.
Resonance (Controller number 71)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 47H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv= Resonance value (relative change): 00H - 40H - 7FH (-64 - 0 - +63),
* In Performance mode the Part Resonance Offset parameter (Performance Part) will
change.
Release Time (Controller number 72)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 48H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Release Time value (relative change): 00H - 40H - 7FH (-64 - 0 - +63),
* In Performance mode the Part Release Time Offset parameter (Performance Part) will
change.
Attack time (Controller number 73)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 49H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Attack time value (relative change): 00H - 40H - 7FH (-64 - 0 - +63),
* In Performance mode the Part Attack Time Offset parameter (Performance Part) will
change.
Cutoff (Controller number 74)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 4AH vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Cutoff value (relative change): 00H - 40H - 7FH (-64 - 0 - +63)
* In Performance mode the Part Cutoff Offset parameter (Performance Part) will change.
Decay Time (Controller number 75)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 4BH vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Decay Time value (relative change): 00H - 40H - 7FH (-64 - 0 - +63)
* In Performance mode the Part Decay Time Offset parameter (Performance Part) will
change.
Vibrato Rate (Controller number 76)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 4CH vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Vibrato Rate value (relative change): 00H - 40H - 7FH (-64 - 0 - +63)
* In Performance mode the Part Vibrato Rate parameter (Performance Part) will change.
Vibrato Depth (Controller number 77)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 4DH vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Vibrato Depth Value (relative change): 00H - 40H - 7FH (-64 - 0 - +63)
* In Performance mode the Part Vibrato Depth parameter (Performance Part) will change.
Vibrato Delay (Controller number 78)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 4EH vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Vibrato Delay value (relative change): 00H - 40H - 7FH (-64 - 0 - +63)
* In Performance mode the Part Vibrato Delay parameter (Performance Part) will change.
General Purpose Controller 5 (Controller number 80)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 50H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127)
* The Tone Level parameter (Patch Tone) of Tone 1 will change.
General Purpose Controller 6 (Controller number 81)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 51H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127)
* The Tone Level parameter (Patch Tone) of Tone 2 will change.
General Purpose Controller 7 (Controller number 82)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 52H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127)
* The Tone Level parameter (Patch Tone) of Tone 3 will change.
General Purpose Controller 8 (Controller number 83)
Status 2nd byte 3rd byte
BnH 53H vvH
n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - 16)
vv = Control value: 00H - 7FH (0 - 127)
* The Tone Level parameter (Patch Tone) of Tone 4 will change.

Table of Contents

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Roland XV-2020 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSound Module
Synthesis MethodPCM
Polyphony64 voices
Multitimbral16 parts
User Patches128
User Rhythm Sets2
MIDIIn, Out, Thru
EffectsReverb, Chorus, Multi-effects
Expansion Slots2 x SRX
OutputsLine Out (L/Mono, R), Phones
Wave Memory64MB (16-bit linear equivalent)

Summary

Owner's Manual

Listening to the Demo Songs

Instructions on how to play the XV-2020's demo songs.

Using the Unit Safely

Safety Warnings

Alerts user to risks of injury, material damage, or death from improper unit use.

Important Notes

Power Supply Precautions

Guidelines for safe power supply usage and connections.

Placement and Maintenance

Advice on unit positioning, cleaning, and upkeep.

Additional Precautions

General safety and operational recommendations for the unit.

Features

XV-2020 Key Features Overview

Details on polyphony, tones, expansion boards, USB, and GM compatibility.

User-Friendly Operations and Software

Highlights easy operation, Phrase Preview, and included XV Editor software.

Front and Rear Panel

Front Panel Controls

Description of the unit's front panel buttons, knobs, and display.

Rear Panel Connectors

Description of the unit's rear panel jacks and connectors.

Getting Ready to Play

Physical Setup (Feet & Rack Mount)

Instructions for attaching rubber feet or installing a rack-mount adaptor.

Connecting to MIDI and Audio Equipment

Guide for connecting external devices like keyboards, amps, and headphones.

Powering On/Off and Factory Reset

Safe procedures for turning the unit on/off and restoring factory settings.

For Those Using a Computer

Installing & Setup the Driver (Windows)

Steps to install the necessary driver for Windows.

Windows XP User Driver Installation

Specific driver installation steps for Windows XP.

Windows 2000 User Driver Installation

Specific driver installation steps for Windows 2000.

Windows Me/98 User Driver Installation

Driver installation steps for Windows Me/98.

Settings and Checking MIDI Output (Windows)

How to configure MIDI output destinations in Windows.

Installing & Setup the Driver (Macintosh)

Steps to install the driver for Macintosh computers.

Installing the XV-2020 driver (FreeMIDI)

Instructions for installing the FreeMIDI driver on Macintosh.

Connecting with MIDI Connectors

How to establish MIDI connections using cables.

Installing the Included Editor Software

Guide to installing the XV Editor software.

About Patches and Performances

What is a Patch?

Explanation of the Patch sound unit.

What is a Performance?

Explanation of the Performance sound setup.

Quick Start

Playing Sounds

Playing Patches (Phrase Preview)

Auditioning sounds without external devices.

Playing a Patch from an External MIDI Device

Using MIDI keyboards or sequencers to play patches.

Matching MIDI Channels

Synchronizing MIDI channels for device communication.

Choosing Patches

Methods for selecting patches by bank or category.

Choosing Patches by Category

Selecting patches based on categorized groups.

Choosing a Performance

Understanding and selecting Performances.

Assigning a New Patch to a Part

Changing patches within a Performance Part.

Switching the Mode (Patch, Performance)

How to navigate between operational modes.

Using an External MIDI Device to Select Patches

Controlling patches and settings via external MIDI.

Selecting Performances via MIDI

Changing Performances using external MIDI device messages.

Advanced Use

Editing with XV Editor Software

Utilizing the XV Editor for enhanced sound design.

Creating a Patch

Patch Organization

Structure of a Patch, composed of Tones.

Tone Organization

Components of a Tone: WG, TVF, TVA, Envelope.

LFO for Modulation Effects

Using Low Frequency Oscillators for vibrato and tremolo.

Tips for Creating Patches

Advice on patch creation, tone selection, and effects.

Choosing Tones (On/Off)

How to select active Tones within a Patch.

Patch Parameter

Detailed parameter settings for patches.

Patch Structure Types

Defines how Tones are combined within a Patch structure.

Matrix Control (Patch)

Mapping controllers to Patch parameters for real-time control.

Patch Control Switch

Tone response settings to MIDI messages.

Patch Scale Tune

Adjusting pitch scales for patches.

More Advanced Tone Editing

Overview of detailed Tone editing parameters.

Tips for Choosing a Waveform

Guidance on selecting PCM waveforms for desired sounds.

PATCH TVF (Filter Settings)

Adjusting tone brightness and timbre using filters.

PATCH TVA (Volume and Panning)

Controlling tone volume and stereo positioning.

PATCH MFX (Multi-Effects)

Settings for patch multi-effects.

PATCH CHORUS

Settings for patch chorus.

PATCH REVERB

Settings for patch reverb.

Adjusting Effect Settings

Reference to detailed effect parameter adjustments.

Saving Patches You Create

Procedures for saving user-created patches.

Creating a Rhythm Set

How Percussion Instruments Are Organized

Structure of Rhythm Tones and Sets.

Choosing Rhythm Tones (On/Off)

Selecting active rhythm tones.

Rhythm Set Parameters

Parameters common to the entire rhythm set.

Setting up Individual Rhythm Tones

Parameters for each rhythm tone.

Tips for Choosing Rhythm Tone Waveforms

Guidance on selecting rhythm tone waveforms.

Rhythm Parameter

Detailed parameter settings for rhythms.

RHYTHM KEY VELOCITY RANGE

Velocity control for rhythm tone levels.

RHYTHM KEY WMT (Wave Mix Table)

Assigning and mixing waveforms for rhythm tones.

RHYTHM KEY PITCH (Changing Pitch)

Adjusting pitch for rhythm tones.

RHYTHM KEY TVF (Filter Settings)

Adjusting rhythm tone brightness with filters.

RHYTHM CONTROL (Other Settings)

Various rhythm set control parameters.

RHYTHM MFX (Rhythm Multi-Effects)

Settings for rhythm multi-effects.

Saving Rhythm Sets You Create

Procedures for saving created rhythm sets.

Creating a Performance

How a Performance Is Organized

Structure of a Performance with multiple Parts.

Basic Ways to Use Performances

Layering and splitting patches in performances.

Using the XV-2020 as a Multitimbral Sound Module

Using the unit as a 16-part multitimbral sound module.

Performance Parameters

Core parameters for Performance setup.

PERFORM MIDI SETTING (Part MIDI Settings)

MIDI settings for each Part in a Performance.

PART SCALE TUNE

Adjusting tuning scales for performances.

PERFORM MFX (Performance Multi-effects)

Settings for performance multi-effects.

Saving Performances You Create

Procedures for saving created performances.

Using the XV-2020 Effects

Effect Types Overview

Introduction to MFX, Chorus, and Reverb effects.

Turning Effects On/Off

How to enable or disable all onboard effects.

Patch/Rhythm Set Mode Settings

How to make effects settings in Patch/Rhythm Set mode.

Basic Process of Making Effects Settings

Step-by-step procedure for applying effects in Patch/Rhythm Set mode.

PATCH/RHYTHM KEY TVA

Tone/Rhythm Tone output assignment and send levels.

Performance Mode Settings

How to use effects in Performance mode.

Multi-Effects Parameter

Detailed settings for multi-effects.

PATCH/PERFORMANCE CHORUS

Detailed settings for chorus.

PATCH/PERFORMANCE REVERB

Detailed settings for reverb.

1: STEREO EQ

Description of the stereo equalizer effect.

2: OVERDRIVE

Description of the overdrive effect.

3: DISTORTION

Description of the distortion effect.

4: PHASER

Description of the phaser effect.

5: SPECTRUM

Description of the spectrum filter effect.

6: ENHANCER

Description of the enhancer effect.

7: AUTO WAH

Description of the auto wah effect.

8: ROTARY

Description of the rotary speaker effect.

9: COMPRESSOR

Description of the compressor effect.

10: LIMITER

Description of the limiter effect.

11: HEXA-CHORUS

Description of the hexa-chorus effect.

12: TREMOLO CHORUS

Description of the tremolo chorus effect.

13: SPACE-D

Description of the space-D effect.

14: STEREO CHORUS

Description of the stereo chorus effect.

15: STEREO FLANGER

Description of the stereo flanger effect.

16: STEP FLANGER

Description of the step flanger effect.

17: STEREO DELAY

Description of the stereo delay effect.

18: MODULATION DELAY

Description of the modulation delay effect.

19: TRIPLE TAP DELAY

Description of the triple tap delay effect.

20: QUADRUPLE TAP DELAY

Description of the quadruple tap delay effect.

21: TIME CONTROL DELAY

Description of the time control delay effect.

22: 2 VOICE PITCH SHIFTER

Description of the 2-voice pitch shifter effect.

23: FB PITCH SHIFTER

Description of the feedback pitch shifter effect.

24: REVERB

Description of the reverb effect.

25: GATED REVERB

Description of the gated reverb effect.

26: OVERDRIVE -> CHORUS

Description of the overdrive-chorus effect.

27: OVERDRIVE -> FLANGER

Description of the overdrive-flanger effect.

28: OVERDRIVE -> DELAY

Description of the overdrive-delay effect.

29: DISTORTION -> CHORUS

Description of the distortion-chorus effect.

30: DISTORTION -> FLANGER

Description of the distortion-flanger effect.

31: DISTORTION -> DELAY

Description of the distortion-delay effect.

32: ENHANCER -> CHORUS

Description of the enhancer-chorus effect.

33: ENHANCER -> FLANGER

Description of the enhancer-flanger effect.

34: ENHANCER -> DELAY

Description of the enhancer-delay effect.

35: CHORUS -> DELAY

Description of the chorus-delay effect.

36: FLANGER -> DELAY

Description of the flanger-delay effect.

37: CHORUS -> FLANGER

Description of the chorus-flanger effect.

38: CHORUS/DELAY

Description of the chorus/delay effect.

39: FLANGER/DELAY

Description of the flanger/delay effect.

40: CHORUS/FLANGER

Description of the chorus/flanger effect.

Saving a Sound You Create

Saving Edits to Internal Memory (WRITE)

How to save changes to the unit's memory.

Saving a Patch/Rhythm Set/Performance

Procedure for saving created sounds.

Saving with the Included XV Editor

Saving sounds using the computer editor.

Initializing a Sound (INITIALIZE)

How to reset individual sounds to default settings.

Transmitting Sound Settings (XFER)

Establishing Settings for an Entire XV-2020 (SYSTEM COMMON)

SYSTEM COMMON

Global system parameters.

Other Settings

Making USB-Related Settings

Configuring USB connection parameters.

Checking the Program Version

How to view the system program version.

Using the XV-2020 as a General MIDI Sound Module

Entering GM Mode

How to switch the unit to General MIDI mode.

Playing Back a GM Score

How to play back General MIDI score data.

Making Effects Settings in GM Mode (EFFECTS)

How to apply effects in GM mode.

GM CHORUS

Settings for chorus effect in GM mode.

GM REVERB

Settings for reverb effect in GM mode.

Making Settings for Each Part

How to configure GM Patch/Rhythm Set assignments and parameters for each Part.

Examples of Applications Using the XV-2020

Controlling the XV-2020 in real time Using an External MIDI Device

Using MIDI controllers for real-time parameter adjustments.

Changing Multi-Effects Settings From an External MIDI Device

Controlling Multi-Effects parameters via MIDI.

PATCH MFX

Parameters for controlling patch multi-effects via MIDI.

Changing Tone Settings

Using Matrix Control to manipulate Tone settings in real time.

Matrix Control

Selecting controllers and destinations for Matrix Control.

Syncing the LFO Cycle to the System Tempo

Synchronizing LFO cycle to system tempo.

Synchronizing Multi-Effects to the System Tempo

Synchronizing multi-effects parameters to system tempo.

Making a Tone’s Delay Time Match the System Tempo

Matching tone delay time to system tempo.

Playing Phrase Loops at a System’s Tempo

Playing phrase loops in sync with system tempo.

Using a Pedal Switch to Change the Rotary Speed of the Rotary Effect

Using a pedal switch to control rotary effect speed.

Changing Part Settings from an External MIDI Device

Remotely controlling part settings via MIDI.

Installing a Wave Expansion Board

Expansion Board

Information about the SRX series expansion boards.

Cautions When Installing an Wave Expansion Board

Safety precautions for installing expansion boards.

Check to make sure the board has been installed properly

Steps to verify correct installation of the expansion board.

Troubleshooting

Problems when using the XV-2020

Common issues and solutions for using the XV-2020.

No sound

Troubleshooting steps for lack of audio output.

Pitch is wrong

Solutions for incorrect pitch or tuning issues.

Effects do not apply

Troubleshooting steps when effects are not functioning.

Problems related to the USB driver

Issues specifically related to the USB driver installation and functionality.

Cannot install the driver correctly

Steps to resolve driver installation problems.

Is the XV-2020 connected correctly?

Checking physical connections for proper operation.

XV-2020 is not detected when making OMS or FreeMIDI settings

Troubleshooting device detection issues with MIDI drivers.

An “Unknown driver found” dialog box appears...

Addressing issues with unrecognized drivers.

”Found unknown device” appears even though you installed the driver

Resolving issues where the device is still unrecognized after driver installation.

Can’t install/delete/use the driver in Windows XP/2000

Driver management issues specific to Windows XP/2000.

Operating system becomes unstable

Troubleshooting OS instability related to the XV-2020 connection.

Can’t play back MIDI

Troubleshooting MIDI playback issues.

Error Messages

MIDI Cable/Connection Errors

Troubleshooting issues indicated by display messages related to MIDI cables.

System Exclusive Message Errors

Handling errors related to system exclusive messages.

USER Data Damage

Action for damaged user data (restore factory settings).

Computer Power/USB Connection Issues

Troubleshooting messages related to computer power or USB cable.

List of Parameters Affected by XV-2020

Switching Modes

How to switch between different operational modes.

SYSTEM Parameter Adjustment

System-level parameters and their adjustment procedures.

PATCH Parameter Adjustment

Parameters related to patch settings and their adjustment.

PERFORMANCE Parameter Adjustment

Parameters related to performance settings and their adjustment.

List of Parameters Affected by XV-2020 (cont.)

RHYTHM Parameter Adjustment

Parameters related to rhythm set settings and their adjustment.

GM Parameter Adjustment

Parameters related to General MIDI settings and their adjustment.

UTILITY Parameter Adjustment

Utility functions and their adjustment procedures.

Other Operational Procedures

Other operational procedures and settings.

XV Editor Screens – Parameter Info

PATCH MODE Screen Reference

XV Editor screen layout and parameter references for Patch mode.

RHYTHM MODE Screen Reference

XV Editor screen layout and parameter references for Rhythm mode.

XV Editor Screens – Parameter Info (cont.)

PERFORMANCE MODE Screen Reference

XV Editor screen layout and parameter references for Performance mode.

Waveform List

Patch List

USER Patches

List of user-created patches.

Preset-A Patches

List of preset patches in bank A.

Preset-B Patches

List of preset patches in bank B.

Preset-C Patches

List of preset patches in bank C.

Preset-D Patches

List of preset patches in bank D.

GM (General MIDI) Patches

List of General MIDI patches.

Rhythm Set List

User Group Rhythm Sets

List of user-defined rhythm sets.

Preset A Group Rhythm Sets

List of rhythm sets in preset group A.

GM (GM2 Group) Rhythm Sets

General MIDI 2 rhythm sets.

Performance List

USER Performances

List of user-created performances.

Preset-A Performances

List of preset performances in bank A.

Preset-B Performances

List of preset performances in bank B.

Demo Song List

MIDI Implementation

1. Receive Data: Channel Voice Messages

Details on the MIDI messages the unit can receive.

Channel Mode Messages

Details on channel mode messages.

System Realtime Message

System realtime MIDI messages.

System Exclusive Message

System Exclusive MIDI messages.

3. Parameter Address Map

Map of parameter addresses for system exclusive data.

2. Data Transmission: Channel Voice Messages

MIDI channel voice messages for data transmission.

Control Change MIDI Messages

Control Change MIDI messages.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

RPN MSB/LSB (Controller number 100, 101)

MIDI RPN messages for parameter selection.

Program Change MIDI Messages

MIDI Program Change messages.

Channel Pressure MIDI Messages

MIDI Channel Pressure messages.

Pitch Bend Change MIDI Messages

MIDI Pitch Bend Change messages.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

System Exclusive Messages

System Exclusive MIDI messages.

Data Transmission: Data set 1 DT1 (12H)

MIDI Data Set 1 (DT1) message format.

3. Parameter Address Map

Map of parameter addresses for system exclusive data.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

3. Parameter Address Map (cont.)

Parameter address map for system exclusive data.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

3. Parameter Address Map (cont.)

Parameter address map for system exclusive data.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

3. Parameter Address Map (cont.)

Parameter address map for system exclusive data.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

3. Parameter Address Map (cont.)

Parameter address map for system exclusive data.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

3. Parameter Address Map (cont.)

Parameter address map for system exclusive data.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

3. Parameter Address Map (cont.)

Parameter address map for system exclusive data.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

3. Parameter Address Map (cont.)

Parameter address map for system exclusive data.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

3. Parameter Address Map (cont.)

Parameter address map for system exclusive data.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

3. Parameter Address Map (cont.)

Parameter address map for system exclusive data.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

2. GS (Model ID = 42H)

System and Common parameter details for GS mode.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

Decimal and Hexadecimal Table

Table correlating decimal and hexadecimal values.

Examples of Actual MIDI Messages

Examples of common MIDI messages.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

Example of an Exclusive Message and Calculating a Checksum

Example of calculating MIDI checksums for exclusive messages.

How to calculate the checksum

Method for calculating the MIDI checksum.

MIDI Implementation (cont.)

The Scale Tune Feature

Details on the scale tune feature and its parameters.

ASCII Code Table

Table mapping ASCII codes to characters.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Specifications

Information

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