Roland Juno-DS61 Synthesizer[English] User Guide for JUNO-DS Tone Manager
Summary
The JUNO-DS Tone Manager is essential software for deeply controlling and expanding your JUNO-DS or XPS-30 synthesizer hardware using a computer connection (USB or MIDI). This comprehensive manual guides users through connecting the device, which covers three specialized modes: Librarian, allowing efficient organization of patches; Editor, enabling detailed parameter tweaks for patches, drum kits, and multisamples; and Sample Creator, where you import audio files to build custom user samples. It is designed for musicians and sound designers seeking maximum control over tones, expanding your sonic palette, and managing large libraries of sounds remotely.
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Using JUNO-DS Tone Manager © 2018 Roland Corporation * Roland is a registered trademark or trademark of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. * Company names and product names appearing in this document are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.
1. Introduction JUNO-DS Tone Manager is an application that lets you use your computer to manage JUNO-DS patches, drum kits, performances, and samples in a library, and to edit their parameters. Using your computer, you’ll be able to efficiently manage and edit large numbers of tones. * JUNO-DS Tone Manager can also be used with the XPS-30. In this manual, simply read references to “JUNO-DS” as “XPS-30.”
2. Connections and Settings As described in the JUNO-DS owner’s manual, connect the JUNO-DS to your computer. If it’s not connected correctly, JUNO-DS Tone Manager might not work correctly.
2-1. About the JUNO-DS’s Screen Indications While using JUNO-DS Tone Manager, press the [Exit] button so that the left screen and right screen of the JUNO-DS both show the top page. If a screen other than the top screen is shown, the system might not work correctly.
Patch screen top page Performance screen top page (using Split)
While data is being read or written, the JUNO-DS’s display indicates “PC Mode,” and it no longer accepts operations. When reading or writing is completed, the JUNO-DS automatically returns to its normal state. If a problem occurs during reading or writing, and the JUNO-DS does not return from PC Mode, press the [Exit] button to return to the normal state.
2-2. Connecting via USB Cable If the JUNO-DS is connected to your computer by a USB cable, you must power up the JUNO-DS before you start up JUNO-DS Tone Manager. If connecting via a USB cable, and the JUNO-DS’s screen shows the message “Go to DAW Control menu?,” press the [EXIT] button to exit the screen. When using the software for the first time, you must set up MIDI devices using the procedure below. 1. On the JUNO-DS itself, set the USB driver setting to “VENDOR.” [MENU] button 0 “SYSTEM” 0 “MIDI” tab 0 “USB Driver” * For details on switching the USB driver, refer to the JUNO-DS Parameter Guide. 2. Download the USB driver from the Roland website, and install it on your computer. 3. Start JUNO-DS Tone Manager. 4. Use the menu’s [System] button to open the System screen, and select “JUNO-DS” for both the INPUT and the OUTPUT DEVICE. NOTE Do not disconnect the USB cable connected to the JUNO-DS while JUNO-DS Tone Manager is running.
2-3. Connecting via MIDI Cables If you want to connect JUNO-DS Tone Manager via MIDI cables, you’ll also need a MIDI interface. Using MIDI cables, connect both the MIDI IN and MIDI OUT connectors on the MIDI interface connected to your computer to the MIDI connectors on the JUNO-DS. When using this for the first time, be sure to use the menu's [System] button to open the System screen, and for both the INPUT and the OUTPUT DEVICE, select the port to which the JUNO-DS is connected.
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Manual Details
| Brand | Roland |
|---|---|
| Pages | 18 |
| File Size | 6.01 MB |
| Published | June 01, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I first set up the device for using the Tone Manager?
First, ensure the JUNO-DS is powered on and set its USB driver setting to “VENDOR” in the system menu. You must also download and install the required USB driver on your computer.
What should I do if the display shows 'PC Mode' during read/write operations?
If the device does not return to normal after reading or writing is completed, press the [Exit] button to return the system to its normal state.
Which types of content can JUNO-DS Tone Manager help manage?
It manages patches, drum kits, performances, and samples in a library, allowing users to edit their parameters efficiently.
What is required to connect jUNO-DS via MIDI cables?
To use MIDI cables, you must also have a MIDI interface connected to your computer. When setting it up initially, select the corresponding port for both INPUT and OUTPUT DEVICE.