Key facts
- Brand
- Roland
- Model
- DC-30
- Category
- Musical instruments
- Industry
- Electronics
- Documents
- 3
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-08-10
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Roland C-30 Digital Harpsichord Owner's Manual
The Roland C-30 is a digital harpsichord. This Owner's Manual provides safety and usage information, including warnings, cautions, and important notes to read before using the unit.
The document also includes regulatory statements for the UK, EU, USA, and Canada, and advises keeping the manual on hand for reference.
Roland DC-30 specifications
| Delay Time (Chorus) | 2 ms – 44 ms |
|---|---|
| Delay Time (Echo) | 40 ms – 600 ms |
| Input Level Changeover Switch | Microphone -50 dB; Guitar -35 dB; Electronic Organ -20 dB |
| Input Sensitivity / Impedance (Microphone) | -50 dB / 4.7 kΩ |
| Output Level / Impedance | -20 dB, -35 dB / less than 600 Ω |
| Power Consumption | 6 W |
| Dimensions | 386 (W) x 123 (H) x 206 (D) mm; 15.2 (W) x 4.9 (H) x 8.1 (D) in |
| Weight | 3.7 kg / 8.2 lbs |
All Roland DC-30 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
Can the effect be switched on and off remotely?
Yes. Connect the optional footswitch FS-1 to the Footswitch jack to remote-control ON/OFF of the effect sound.
What is the echo delay time range of the DC-30?
The echo delay time is given as 40 mS to 600 mS, while the chorus delay time is 2 mS to 44 mS.
What sound does the Volume knob adjust to at the center position?
At the center position, the volume is at the standard level, which is equivalent to the volume of an acoustic harpsichord.
From: Roland C-30 Quick Manual
What happens to the harpsichord sound when you press the [Organ I] or [Organ II] button?
Pressing either button switches the harpsichord sound off and changes the instrument to an organ sound.
From: Roland C-30 Quick Manual
What should I read before using the Roland C-30?
Read the sections “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” before using the unit.
What AC adaptor should I use with the C-30?
Use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit, and make sure the line voltage matches the adaptor’s input voltage.
