WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
For the U.K.
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
BLUE: NEUTRAL
BROWN: LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS,”
“USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 6), and “Important Notes” (p. 9). These sections provide important
information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you
have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, owner’s manual should be read
in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
Copyright © 2006 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Introduction
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the HP203. To ensure that you obtain
the maximum enjoyment and take full advantage of the HP203’s functionality, please
read this owner’s manual carefully.
About the Manual
You should first read the “Before You Play” section of the owner’s manual (this
document). This explains how to connect the power cord and turn on the power.
This owner’s manual explains everything from basic operations that use the HP203’s
playback functions to more advanced operations, such as using the HP203 to record a
song.
Conventions in this Manual
In order to explain the operations as clearly as possible, this manual uses the following
conventions.
• Text enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicates the name of a button or a knob, such as the
[Piano] button.
NOTE
• Lines that begin with
to read.
or an asterisk * are cautionary statements that you must be sure
• The numbers of pages that you can turn to for additional, related information are given like
this: (p. **).
Main Features
Piano sounds with rich resonance and wide expressive range
This instrument features a piano sound generator that utilizes stereo sampling, so it is
capable of faithfully recreating the sound of a high-quality concert grand piano,
realistically reproducing even the finest details, including the sound of the hammers
striking the strings. With a maximum polyphony of 128 notes, it has ample capability
even for performances that make full use of pedaling.
More than three hundred different sounds covering not only piano but a wide range of
instruments are built-in. You can also play drum sets from the keyboard.
2
Introduction
The playing feel of a grand piano
The Progressive Hammer Action II (PHA II) action gives you a weighty playing feel in the
low register while becoming lighter in the high register, replicating the authentic feel of
a piano. The distinctive sense of click (escapement) that you experience when softly
playing a piano note is also accurately simulated, ensuring a high degree of playability.
The pedal position is detected smoothly, allowing you to vary the effect by the changing
the depth to which you press the pedal. You can take advantage of the way in which
subtle differences in pedaling will affect the sound.
A compact cabinet that fits anywhere
The newly designed cabinet is compact and exudes a sense of quality befitting a musical
instrument. It can be placed nearly anywhere, and does not occupy excessive space.
In addition to a sliding keyboard cover that will not rattle, there’s a convenient
headphone hook for storing your headphones when not in use.
The versatile functionality you expect from a digital piano
Replicating the ambience of a concert hall
In addition to a high-quality reverb effect, these instruments also feature a 3D Sound
Control function, which replicates the spatial depth of a full concert grand piano, and a
Dynamic Sound Control function, which enhances the consistency and power of the
sound. Even when performing through headphones, you can use these effects to enjoy
sounds with superb presence.
Convenient functions to help you practice, and built-in piano songs with
accompaniment
A metronome function, a three-track recorder, and internal preset songs with orchestral
accompaniment and printed piano music (sixty songs) are included, making this
electronic piano an excellent choice for piano lessons.
Performing and saving data
The data you’ve recorded using the recorder can be saved using a separately sold floppy
disk drive or USB memory. In addition to a floppy disk drive or USB memory, you can
also connect a commercially available USB-type CD drive and play back SMF music
data, music CDs, or audio files. SMF music data from USB memory, a floppy disk, or CD-
ROM can also be saved in internal memory.
3
Dividing the Keyboard for Two-person Performance
Introduction ................................................ 2
Conventions in this Manual......................................2
Changing the Way in Which the Sound is Heard
Names of Things and What They Do .......... 12
Changing the Keyboard’s Split Point.......................36
Listening through Headphones....................................20
Using CD.................................................................21
Listening to the Piano Sound Demo Songs................23
Saving Your Performance .......................... 58
Adding Spatial Depth to the Sound (3D Sound Control).27
Saving the Songs......................................................60
Deleting a Song .......................................................62
Adding Liveliness to the Sound
(Dynamics Sound Control) .........................................28
Adding Reverberation to Sounds (Reverb Effect) ...........29
Changing the Depth of Reverb Effect.......................29
Changing the Key of the Keyboard (Key Transpose)......30
4
Using the V-LINK Function (V-LINK) .........................75
Basic Operation in Function Mode..............................64
Keyboard Settings ....................................................66
Changing the External Memory Setting
Specifying What the Key Transpose Will Affect
Changing the Parts Assigned to the Track Buttons
Changing the Pitch of the Tone in Octave Steps
Switching VIMA TUNES Recommended Tones
Changing the Timing of Sounds According to the
Force Used to Press the Keys (Hammer Response).....66
Pedal Settings ..........................................................67
Changing How the Damper Pedal Effects Is Applied
(Damper Pedal Part)..............................................67
Changing How the Pedals Work
Matching the Pitch with Other Instruments
Connecting to Audio Equipment.................................80
Sounds................................................................80
Adjusting the Tuning (Temperament)........................68
Sound-related Settings...............................................70
HP203................................................................81
Producing Sympathetic Resonance When You Press
Producing the Resonance of the Strings When the
Keys Are Played (String Resonance)........................70
Playing the HP203 ...............................................82
(Key Off Resonance) .............................................70
MIDI Implementation Chart ........................ 98
Main Specifications.................................... 99
Index ...................................................... 101
Changing the Sound of the Metronome
Count-down Setting...................................................71
Sounding a Count Before the Melody Begins
Selecting the Count-down Sound
(Countdown Sound)..............................................71
(Countdown Part)..................................................72
Switching the Part that Will be Muted When You
MIDI Settings............................................................73
Preventing Doubled Notes When Connected to a
Sequencer (Local Control)......................................73
MIDI Transmit Channel Settings
(MIDI Transmit Channel)........................................74
Sending Recorded Performance Data to a MIDI
Device (Composer MIDI Out) .................................74
5
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
The
symbol alerts the user to important instructions or
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
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.
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
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.
* 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.
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.
Do not disassemble or modify
002a
Use only the included power cord
008e
Do not disassemble or modify this device.
You must use only the power cord included with the
device. Do not use the included power cord with
any other device.
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Do not repair or replace parts
003 Never attempt to repair this device or replace
parts. If repair or part replacement should become
necessary, you must contact your dealer or a
Roland service center.
......................................................................................
Do not use or store in the following types of
locations
......................................................................................
Do not bend the power cord or place heavy objects
on it
009 Do not bend the power cord excessively, or place
heavy objects on the power cord. Doing so will
damage the power cord, and may cause short
circuits or faulty connections, possibly resulting in
fire or electrical shock.
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004
Do not share an outlet with an unreasonable
number of other devices
• Locations of extremely high temperature (such as
in direct sunlight, near heating equipment, or on
a device that generates heat)
• Near moisture (such as in a bathroom, near a
sink, or on a wet floor) or in locations of high
humidity
015 Do not connect excessive numbers of electrical
devices to a single power outlet. In particular,
when using a power strip, exceeding the rated
capacity (watts/amps) of the power strip may
cause heat to be generated, possibly melting the
cable.
• Locations exposed to rain
• Locations of excessive dust
......................................................................................
Avoid extended use at high volume
• Locations subject to heavy vibration
......................................................................................
010 This device, either by itself or used in conjunction
with headphones, amps, and/or speakers, is
capable of producing volume levels that can cause
permanent hearing damage. If you experience
impaired hearing or ringing in your ears, immedi-
ately stop using the device and consult a medical
specialist.
Do not place in an unstable location
007 Do not place this device on an unstable stand or a
tilted surface. You must place it in a stable and
level location.
......................................................................................
Connect the power cord to an outlet of the correct
voltage
......................................................................................
008a
Do not insert foreign objects
You must connect the power cord to an AC outlet
of the correct voltage as marked on the device.
011 Never allow foreign objects (flammable objects,
coins, wires, etc.) to enter this device.
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This can cause short circuits or other malfunctions.
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6
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
Turn off the power if an abnormality or
malfunction occurs
Place in a well ventilated location
101a
When using this device, ensure that it is placed in
a well ventilated location.
012a
If any of the following should occur, immediately
turn off the power, disconnect the power cord from
the AC outlet, and contact your dealer or a service
center to have the device serviced.
..........................................................................................................
Grasp the plug when connecting or disconnecting
the power cord
• The power cord is damaged
102b
• The device produces smoke or an unusual smell
• A foreign object enters the device, or liquid
spills into the device
When connecting or disconnecting the power cord
to/from an AC outlet or the device itself, you must
grasp the plug, not the cord.
• The device becomes wet (by rain, etc.)
• An abnormality or malfunction occurs in the device
......................................................................................
..........................................................................................................
Periodically wipe the dust off the power cord plug
103a
Do not allow children to use without supervision
From time to time, you should unplug the power
013 In households with children, take particular care
against tampering. If children are to use this device,
they must be supervised or guided by an adult.
cord from the AC outlet and use a dry cloth to wipe
the dust off of it. You should also unplug the power
cord from the AC outlet if you will not be using the
device for an extended period of time. Dust or dirt
that accumulates between the power cord plug and
the AC outlet can cause a short circuit, possibly
resulting in fire.
......................................................................................
Do not drop or subject to strong impact
014 Do not drop this device or subject it to strong
impact.
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Manage cables for safety
......................................................................................
104 Ensure that the connected cables are organized
and managed in a safe manner. In particular,
place the cables out of reach of children.
Do not use overseas
016 If you wish to use this device overseas, please
contact your dealer or a service center.
..........................................................................................................
Do not stand or place heavy objects on this device
......................................................................................
Do not place containers of water on the device
106 Do not stand on this device, or place heavy objects
on it.
026 Do not place containers of water (such as a flower
vase) or drinks on the device. Nor should you
place containers of insecticide, perfume, alcoholic
liquids, nail polish, or spray cans on the device.
Liquids that spill into the device may cause it to
malfunction, and may cause short circuits or faulty
operation.
..........................................................................................................
Do not connect or disconnect the power cord with
wet hands
107b
Do not connect or disconnect the power cord to the
device or AC outlet while holding the power cord
plug with wet hands.
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..........................................................................................................
Cautions when moving this device
108d
When moving this device, please check the
following cautions. Then, make sure that at least
two persons work together in lifting and carrying
the device, all the while making sure to keep it
level. When doing so, be careful not to pinch your
hands or drop the device on your feet.
1
• Check whether the knob bolts fastening the
device to its stand have become loose. If they
are loose, tighten them firmly.
• Disconnect the power cord.
• Disconnect external devices.
• Raise the adjuster of the stand.
2
3
4
5
• Close the lid.
• Remove the music stand.
8
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7
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before
cleaning
109a
Before you clean the device, turn off the power and
unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
..........................................................................................................
If there is a possibility of lightning strike,
110a
If there is a possibility of lightning strike, immedi-
ately turn off the power and disconnect the power
cord from the AC outlet.
..........................................................................................................
Cautions when opening/ closing the lid
116 Be careful when opening/closing the lid so you do
not get your fingers pinched (p. 16). Adult super-
vision is recommended whenever small children
use the unit.
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Keep small items out of the reach of children
118cTo prevent small items such as the following from
being swallowed accidentally, keep them out of the
reach of children.
• Included items
• Screws for assembling the stand
• Wing nut for headphone hook
• Removed parts
• Music rest attachment screws
• Volume knob
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8
Important Notes
In addition to the “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” listed on page 6, please observe the following cautions.
355b
Power Supply
• If you move this device between locations of radically different
temperature or humidity, water droplets (condensation) may
form inside the device. Using the device in this condition will
cause malfunctions, so please allow several hours for the
condensation to disappear before you use the device.
301
• Do not connect this device to the same electrical outlet as an
inverter-controlled device such as a refrigerator, microwave
oven, or air conditioner, or a device that contains an electric
motor. Depending on how the other device is used, power
supply noise could cause this device to malfunction or produce
noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet,
please connect this device via a power supply noise filter.
356
• Do not allow items made of rubber or vinyl to remain on
top of this device for an extended time. This can cause
deformation or color change.
307
358
• Before you make connections, you must switch off the power
• Do not leave objects on top of the keyboard. This can
on all devices to prevent malfunction and/or speaker damage.
cause malfunctions such as failure to sound.
308
359
• When you turn off the power, the screen and indicators of this
• Do not affix adhesive labels to this device. The exterior
device will go dark, but this does not mean that the main power
supply is completely disconnected. If you need to completely shut
off the power supply, turn off the power switch of this device and
then unplug it from the AC outlet. Connect this device to an AC
outlet that is as close and accessible as possible.
finish may be damaged when you remove the labels.
Care
401b
• For everyday care, wipe with a soft dry cloth, or remove
stubborn dirt using a tightly wrung-out cloth. If this device
contains wooden components, wipe the entire area
following the direction of the grain. The finish may be
damaged if you continue strongly rubbing a single location.
Location
351
• If this device is placed near devices that contain large
transformers, such as power amps, hum may be induced in
this device. If this occurs, move this device farther away or
change its orientation.
Addition
• If water droplets should adhere to this device, immediately
wipe them off using a soft dry cloth.
352a
402
• If this device is operated near a television or radio, color
• Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, or alcohol,
distortion may be seen in the television screen or noise may
be heard from the radio. If this occurs, move this device
farther away.
since these can cause deformation or color change.
403
• The pedals of this device are made of brass.
Brass has a natural tendency to oxidize and become tarnished.
If this occurs, use a commercially available metal polish.
352b
• Keep your cell phone powered off or at a sufficient distance
from this device. If a cell phone is nearby, noise may be
heard when a call is received or initiated, or during
conversation.
Servicing
452
354b
• If you return this device for servicing, the contents of
• Do not leave this device in direct sunlight, near devices that
memory may be lost. Please store important contents on
USB memory, or make a note of the contents. We take
utmost care to preserve the contents of memory when
performing service, but there may be cases when the stored
content cannot be recovered because the memory section
has malfunctioned. Please be aware that we cannot accept
responsibility for the recovery of lost memory content or for
any consequences of such loss.
produce heat, or in a closed-up automobile. Do not allow
illumination devices operated in close proximity (such as a
piano light) or powerful spotlights to shine on the same
location on this device for an extended time. This can cause
deformation or color change.
9
Important Notes
Other Cautions
Floppy Disk Handling
(Using Optional Floppy Disk Drive)
551
• Stored content may be lost due to a malfunction of the
651
device or because of inadvertent operation. You should
back up important content on USB memory as a safeguard
against such loss.
• Floppy disks contain a plastic disk with a thin coating of
magnetic storage medium. Microscopic precision is
required to enable storage of large amounts of data on
such a small surface area. To preserve their integrity,
please observe the following when handling floppy disks:
• Never touch the magnetic medium inside the disk.
• Do not use or store floppy disks in dirty or dusty areas.
• Do not subject floppy disks to temperature extremes
(e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle).
552
• We cannot accept responsibility for the recovery of any
content lost from internal memory or USB memory, or for
the consequences of such loss.
553
• Do not apply excessive force to the buttons, knobs, or
input/output jacks, since this may cause malfunctions.
556
Recommended temperature range: 10–50 degrees C
(50–122 degrees F).
• When connecting or disconnecting cables, grasp the plug
(not the cable) to prevent short circuits or broken
connections.
• Do not expose floppy disks to strong magnetic fields,
such as those generated by loudspeakers.
557
• This device may produce a certain amount of heat, but this
is not a malfunction.
558a
652
• Floppy disks have a “write protect” tab which can protect
the disk from accidental erasure. It is recommended that the
tab be kept in the PROTECT position, and moved to the
WRITE position only when you wish to write new data onto
• Please enjoy your music in ways that do not inconvenience
other people nearby, and pay particular attention to the
volume at nighttime. Using headphones will allow you to
enjoy music without having to be concerned about others.
the disk.
fig.DiskProtect.e.eps
559b
Rear side of the disk
• When transporting or shipping this device, package it in an
appropriate amount of cushioning material. Scratches,
damage, or malfunctions may occur if you transport it
without appropriate packaging.
Write
(can write new data onto disk)
560
• If using the music rest, do not apply excessive force to it.
Write Protect Tab
Protect
(prevents writing to disk)
562
• Some connection cables contain a resistor. Do not connect
653
such cables to this device. Doing so may make the volume
extremely low or inaudible. Please use connection cables
not containing a resistor.
• The identification label should be firmly affixed to the disk.
Should the label come loose while the disk is in the drive, it
may be difficult to remove the disk.
565
654
• Before opening or closing the keyboard lid, always make
• Store all disks in a safe place to avoid damaging them, and
sure that no pets or other small animals are located on top
of the instrument (in particular, they should be kept away
from the keyboard and its lid). Otherwise, due to the
structural design of this instrument, small pets or other
animals could end up getting trapped inside it. If such a
situation is encountered, you must immediately switch off
the power and disconnect the power cord from the outlet.
You should then consult with the retailer from whom the
instrument was purchased, or contact the nearest Roland
Service Center.
to protect them from dust, dirt, and other hazards. By using
a dirty or dust-ridden disk, you risk damaging the disk, as
well as causing the disk drive to malfunction.
10
Important Notes
USB Memory Handling
Handling the CDs (CD-ROMs)
704
Add
• When connecting USB memory, firmly insert it all the way
• When handling the discs, please observe the following.
in.
• Do not touch the encoded surface of the disc.
• Do not use in dusty areas.
• Do not leave the disc in direct sunlight or an enclosed
vehicle.
705
• Do not touch the pins of the USB memory connector, or
allow them to become dirty.
708
801
• USB memory is made using high-precision electronic
• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded
components, so please observe the following points when
handling it.
surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may
not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a
commercially available CD cleaner.
• To prevent damage from static electrical charges,
discharge any static electricity that might be present in
your body before handling USB memory.
• Do not touch the terminals with your fingers or any metal
object.
Add
• Keep the disc in the case.
Add
• Do not keep the disc in the CD drive for a long time.
Add
• Do not put a sticker on the label of the disc.
• Do not bend or drop USB memory, or subject it to strong
impact.
• Do not leave USB memory in direct sunlight or in
locations such as a closed-up automobile. (Storage
temperature: 0–50 degrees C)
Add
• Wipe the disc with a soft and dry cloth radially from inside
to outside. Do not wipe along circumference.
Add
• Do not use benzine, record cleaner spray or solvents of any
kind.
• Do not allow USB memory to become wet.
• Do not disassemble or modify USB memory.
Add
• Do not bend the disc. Bending discs may prevent proper
Addition
reading and writing of data, and may further result in
malfunction.
• When connecting USB memory, position it horizontally with
the external memory connector and insert it without using
excessive force. The external memory connector may be
damaged if you use excessive force when inserting USB
memory.
Addition
• Do not insert anything other than USB memory (e.g., wire,
coins, other types of device) into the external memory
connector. Doing so will damage the external memory
connector.
Addition
• Do not apply excessive force to the connected USB
memory.
Addition
• If you will not be using USB memory for an extended period
of time, close the USB memory cover.
203
* GS (
) is a registered trademark of Roland
) is a registered trademark of Yamaha
Corporation.
Add
* XG lite (
Corporation.
11
Names of Things and What They Do
Front Panel
1
6
[Power] switch
[Transpose] button
Turns the power on/off (p. 18).
Transposes the keyboard and/or song (p. 30).
By holding down this button and pressing the [Split]
button, you can adjust the volume balance between the
2
[Volume] knob
If headphones are connected, this adjusts the
headphone volume (p. 20).
7
8
9
[Split] button
Divides the keyboard into right-hand and left-hand
areas, allowing you to play a different sound in each
3
4
[Brilliance] button
Adjusts the tone brightness (p. 18).
You can also set a number of different functions when
this button and the [3D] button are held down (p. 64).
[Twin Piano] button
Divides the keyboard into two separate sections,
31).
[3D] button
Adds a sense of depth to the sound (p. 27).
button to change the setting, you can make the sound
more expressive (p. 28).
TONE buttons
Here you can select the sound (tone group) you’ll hear
when you play the keyboard (p. 25).
5
[Reverb] button
Adds reverberation similar to what you would hear
when performing in a concert hall (p. 29).
12
Names of Things and What They Do
10
11
13
14 15
16 17
12
18
19
10
15
[Metronome/ Count In] button
[
] (+) button
Turns the metronome on/off (p. 37).
You can select the next song by pressing this button
while the song select screen is displayed (p. 40).
If you hold down this button while a song is playing, the
song will be fast-forwarded (p. 41).
This also lets you sound a count before the song begins,
so that you can match the timing of your playing to the
song (p. 39).
Use this button to select variations of the sound you’re
playing on the keyboard (p. 25).
This button is also used to edit various values.
11
12
[Tempo/ Beat] button
Here you can adjust the tempo and beat of the
metronome (p. 37).
16
[
] (Play/ Stop) button
Use this button to play/stop an internal preset song or a
song you’ve recorded (p. 40).
Display
This button is also used to begin recording your
performance (p. 49).
This shows the sound number, song number, tempo, time
signature, and the value of various settings.
18
] (Rec) button
13
14
[Int Song/ Ext Song] button
This lets you record your own performance into the
HP203 (p. 49).
This lets you select the song to play back (p. 40).
[
] (–) button
Track buttons
You can select the preceding song by pressing this
button while the song select screen is displayed (p. 40).
If you hold down this button while a song is playing, the
song will be rewound (p. 41).
Use this button to select variations of the sound you’re
playing on the keyboard (p. 25).
You can use these buttons to play back or record your
The right-hand performance of internal preset songs is
assigned to the [Right] button, the left-hand performance
to the [Left] button, and the remaining parts of the
performance to the [Accomp] button.
[Right] button and pressing the [Key Touch] button (p.
22).
This button is also used to edit various values.
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[Key Touch] button
This lets you adjust the touch sensitivity of the keyboard
(p. 26).
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Names of Things and What They Do
Rear Panel (Bottom)
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Input jacks (L/ Mono, R)
Here you can connect an audio device or another
electronic musical instrument, and listen to the connected
device through the HP203’s speakers (p. 81).
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Output jacks (L/ Mono, R)
You can connect an audio device or external powered
speakers here to reproduce the HP203’s sound (p. 80).
Pedal connector
Connect the pedal cord of the dedicated stand to this
connector (p. 16).
Ac In (AC Inlet)
Connect the included power cord here (p. 16).
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Bottom Panel (Front Left)
Bottom Panel (Front Right)
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External Memory connector
Here you can connect USB memory, a floppy disk drive,
or a CD drive, and play back stored songs (p. 40).
You can also use USB memory to save a song you’ve
recorded on the HP203 (p. 60).
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Installing the Floppy Disk Drive
Attach the floppy disk drive as shown the figure, using
the mounting holes on the HP203’s bottom panel.
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For details of the attachment, refer to the owner’s manual of the
floppy disk drive.
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USB connector
You can connect this to your computer for transferring
performance data (p. 83).
MIDI In/ Out connectors
You can connect these to external MIDI devices to
transfer performance data (p. 82).
Phones jacks
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Input jacks (L/ Mono, R)
Here you can connect headphones. The HP203 lets you
use two sets of headphones simultaneously (p. 20).
Here you can connect an audio device or another
electronic musical instrument, and listen to the connected
device through the HP203’s speakers (p. 81).
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