Roland BOSS DIGITAL RECORDER MICRO BR manuel d'utilisation

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    Owner's Manual[...]

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    2 To resize thickness, move all items on the front cover USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. .................................................................................................. 002c • Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor. [...]

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    3 0 12c • Immediately turn the power 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 or the power-supply cord has been damaged; or • If smoke or unusual odor occurs • Obje[...]

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    4 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2–3, please read and observe the following: Power Supply: Use of Batteries 301 • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing mach[...]

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    IMPORTANT NOTES 5 Additional Precautions 551 • Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the uni[...]

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    6 Contents IMPORTANT NOTES ............................................................................... 4 Contents .................................................................................................. 6 Introducing the MICRO BR .................................................................. 10 Main features ......................[...]

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    Contents 7 Section 1. Recording and playing back................................................................ 38 Recording ................................................................................................................... 38 Creating a new song .....................................................................................[...]

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    Contents 8 Parameter List ........................................................................................................... 67 Using reverb effect .................................................................................................... 72 Selecting the reverb effect .............................................................[...]

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    Contents 9 Viewing MP3/WAV file information .................................................................... 95 Section 6. Using USB ........................................................................... 96 Before Using USB (Overview) ................................................................................ 96 How USB Can Be Used ..[...]

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    10 Introducing the MICRO BR The MICRO BR is a mobile-sized, multitrack recorder designed for portability. The MICRO BR is a digital multitrack recorder that’s designed to be easily operated even by a beginner. From recording your performance all the way to mixdown, you’ll be able to enjoy the power of digital multitrack recording as soon as you[...]

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    11 Introducing the MICRO BR Rhythm function There’s a convenient “rhythm function,” which provides a very useful way to capture phrases or song ideas that come to mind. Simply select a rhythm pattern that’s close to what you have in mind, and set the tempo. The MICRO BR also provides an Arrange function, which lets you combine rhythm patter[...]

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    12 Introducing the MICRO BR It uses SD memory cards to store data for recording and playback. For a list of the SD memory cards checked for use with the MICRO BR, refer to the separate leaflet “About SD memory cards.” An SD memory card you’ve purchased at a computer store or used with your digital camera cannot be used as-is with the MICRO BR[...]

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    13 Panel Descriptions fig.panel-L.eps 1. [POWER] This is the power button. It turns the power on/off. 2. [EXIT] Returns you to the previous screen, or cancels an operation. 3. [UTILITY] Accesses a variety of functions, such as memory card operations and track editing. • MODE (Hold down [EXIT] and press [UTILITY]) Selects the recording mode. 4. CU[...]

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    14 Panel Descriptions 12. (Fast-Forward) Fast-forwards the song while you hold down this button. 13. (Recording) When you press , the indication appears in the display, and the MICRO BR enters recording-standby mode. Recording will begin when you then press . In addition to recording operations, this button is also used to perform punch-in/out oper[...]

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    15 Panel Descriptions fig.panel-L.eps 1. Mode Indicates the current mode. 2. Cursor This indicates the parameter that's selected for adjustment. Use VALUE[-][+] to adjust the parameter indicated by the cursor. 3. Measure Indicates the current location within the song. From the left, the numbers indicate measure-beat-clock. 4. Tempo Indicates t[...]

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    16 Panel Descriptions 14. Battery Indication Indicates the amount remaining in the batteries when running on battery power. * Please be aware that the battery status indication is only a standard. 15. Lights if the audio input device is too loud. If this lights, press the INPUT button and adjust the Sns (input sensitivity). For details, refer to ?[...]

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    17 Panel Descriptions About the Play screen The basic screen that appears immediately after you switch on the MICRO BR’s power (see below) is called the “Play screen.” fig.Disp-3mode.eps Unless we specify otherwise, the instructions in this owner’s manual assume you are looking at the Play screen. About the MP3 screen If you power-off the M[...]

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    18 Panel Descriptions fig.panel-L.eps 1. DC IN (AC Adaptor) Jack An AC adaptor (PSA series, sold separately) can be connected here (p. 22). You can purchase a PSA series from your musical instrument dealer. 2. VOLUME Adjusts the volume of the output from PHONES/LINE OUT. 3. PHONES/LINE OUT Jack This is an output jack for connecting stereo headphone[...]

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    19 Panel Descriptions 3. INPUT LEVEL This dial adjust the input level. This specifies the volume of the input source. This will determine the level that is recorded on the track. 988 4. Strap Hole The strap can be passed through this hole. fig.bottom-panel.eps 1. Battery Cover Here you can insert batteries and a memory card (SD memory card). You ca[...]

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    20 Getting ready to use the MICRO BR 1. Make sure that power is off. 2. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove it. fig.batt-cover1.eps 3. If batteries are already installed, remove them from the battery compartment. 4. Push the memory card inward. fig.batt-cover2.eps 5. Install two AA batteries, making sure to observe the[...]

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    21 Getting ready to use the MICRO BR 928 929 930 931 fig.eject-sd-j.eps To remove the memory card Push it inward, and then release your finger. fig.sd-protect.eps About the memory card write protect function (Lock) By moving the write protect switch located on the side of the memory card to the “LOCK” position, you can make it impossible for da[...]

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    22 Getting ready to use the MICRO BR Make connections as shown in the following diagram. Your equipment must be powered off when making connections. fig.side-panel-L.eps fig.side-panel-R.eps Plug-in powered microphone (p. 18) Connecting other equipment[...]

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    23 Getting ready to use the MICRO BR fig.MEMO 923 • If there are batteries in the unit while an AC adaptor is being used, normal operation will continue should the line voltage be interrupted (power blackout or power cord disconnection). 926a • When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the GUITAR[...]

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    24 Getting ready to use the MICRO BR 921 941 942 1. Check the following points before you turn the power on. • Is the MICRO BR correctly connected to your external equipment? • Are the volume controls of the MICRO BR and your connected equipment set to the minimum position? • Is a memory card inserted? 2. Lower the MICRO BR’s VOLUME. 3. Swi[...]

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    25 Quick Start Quick Start • This unit, 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 [...]

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    26 Listening to the demo song When you turn on the power, the Play screen will be displayed. When the MICRO BR is shipped from the factory, a SD card containing a demo song is installed. Here’s how to play this demo song. fig.QS-SONG-SEL.eps * Make sure that the MICRO BR is in “Normal mode” (p. 42). 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press [TR1] (SNG). 3[...]

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    27 Listening to the demo song Quick Start You can use any of the following methods to change the current position within the song. Changing the current position Operation Explanation Fast-forward The song will fast-forward while you hold down . Rewind The song will rewind while you hold down . Move to the beginning of the song (00:00:00- 00.0) Hold[...]

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    28 Creating a new song If the memory card contains more than one song, the most recently used song will be selected automatically. If you want to record a new song, proceed as follows. fig.QS-SONG-NEW.eps * Before you create a new song, read “Connecting other equipment” (p. 22) and connect your equipment before you continue. * Make sure that th[...]

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    29 Creating a new song Quick Start Here we explain how to select the audio source (input) that you want to record. As an example, we’ll explain how to connect your electric guitar and input its sound. fig.QS-SONG-SEL.eps * Before you select an input source, read “Connecting other equipment” (p. 22) and connect your equipment before you contin[...]

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    30 Creating a new song The MICRO BR contains three effect processors; insert effects, reverb, and mastering tool kit. Here we’re going to explain how to select GTR (guitar) as the input source, and use the insert effects. For more about insert effects, refer to “Section 3. Using effects” (p. 61). 1. Press [EFFECTS]. The currently selected eff[...]

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    31 Creating a new song Quick Start The MICRO BR provides a dedicated rhythm track in addition to its audio tracks 1–4. For details, refer to “Section 4. Using rhythm” (p. 80). Here’s how to select a pattern and play repeatedly. 1. Press [RHYTHM]. The rhythm screen will appear. fig.Disp-pt-001.eps 2. Press [TR2] several times to make “PT:?[...]

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    32 Creating a new song Let’s try recording a performance. 1. Hold down [EXIT] and press [UTILITY] several times to select normal recording mode. Make sure that the display does not indicate or . 2. Press The track select screen will appear. The indication will blink in the screen, and the MICRO BR will be in recording standby condition. 3. Press [...]

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    33 Creating a new song Quick Start Now let’s play back the performance you just recorded. 1. Hold down and press Move the time location to 00:00:00-00.00. 2. Press . Playback will begin. Use the VOLUME dial to adjust the playback volume. 1. During playback, press one of the track [TR1]–[TR4] buttons. 2. Use CURSOR [ ][ ] to make the screen indi[...]

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    34 Using the MP3 player In addition to operating as a multi-track recorder, the MICRO BR can be switched to “MP3 mode” and used as an MP3 or WAV file player. For details, refer to “Section 5. Using MP3 player” (p. 88).[...]

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    35 Using the MP3 player Quick Start MP3 mode includes a “Phrase Trainer” function that provides an effective way for you to practice a song. • The “Time Stretch” function lets you change the playback speed of the audio file. • The “Center Cancel” function lets you eliminate the sounds that are panned to the center, and use the song [...]

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    36 Using the MP3 player Remove the central sound of the playback (e.g., vocals or guitar solos). This is helpful if you want to practice playing along with the backing instruments. 1. Press [MP3/TRAINER] to switch to MP3 mode. The MP3 player screen will appear. fig.Disp-mp3-mode.eps 2. Use CURSOR [ ][ ] to move the cursor to the file number, and us[...]

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    37 Section 1 Operation Guide • This unit, 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, yo[...]

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    38 Section 1. Recording and playing back Make sure that the display does not indicate , (p. 42) or (p. 90). On the MICRO BR, each of your compositions is managed as a “song.” You’ll need to create a song before you begin recording a new composition. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press [TR1] (SNG). The SONG EDIT screen will appear. fig.Disp-SONG-EDIT[...]

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    39 Section 1. Recording and playing back Section 1 1. Press [INPUT]. 2. Press [TR1] (GTR)–[TR4] (EXT) to select the source (input) that you want to record. fig.Disp-GuitarSens.eps By repeatedly pressing the [TR1]–[TR4] of the selected source, you can change the input status of that source. 1. As described in “Selecting an instrument to record[...]

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    40 Section 1. Recording and playing back 6. Press CURSOR. You will return to the Play screen. Although the MICRO BR is a four-track multi- track recorder, each track actually consists of eight V-tracks; you can select and use one of these tracks for recording and playback. This means that by switching V-tracks, you can handle 32 tracks of audio. Fo[...]

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    41 Section 1. Recording and playing back Section 1 1. Press The Rec Track screen will appear. In this time, will blink, and the MICRO BR will be in recording standby condition. fig.Disp-INPUT-LEVEL2.eps 2. Press the [TR1]–[TR4] button of the track you want to record. The indication will appear for the track you choose. Selecting stereo tracks for[...]

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    42 Section 1. Recording and playing back 1. Simultaneously press [EXIT] and [UTILITY] several times to put the MICRO BR in Normal mode. Each time you press [EXIT] and [UTILITY] simultaneously, the recording mode will alternate in the order of Normal mode ➔ Bounce mode ➔ Mastering mode. fig.Disp-3mode.eps Make sure that the display does not indi[...]

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    43 Section 1. Recording and playing back Section 1 1. Hold down and press . The time location will return to 00:00:00-00.0. 2. Press . Playback will begin. The “repeat” function lets you play back a specified region repeatedly. This function is useful when you want to check the mix balance repeatedly, or can be used in conjunction with punch-in[...]

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    44 Section 1. Recording and playing back 1. Press one of the [TR1]–[TR4] buttons to select the track that you want to adjust. 2. Press CURSOR [ ][ ] several times to access the Track Pan screen. fig.Disp-TR1-PAN.eps 3. Use CURSOR [ ][ ] or press one of the [TR1]–[TR4] button to select the track whose pan setting you want to change. 4. Use VALUE[...]

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    45 Section 1. Recording and playing back Section 1 During recording, you may sometimes play a wrong note or be unsatisfied with your performance. In such cases, you can punch-in/ out to re-record just a specific region of your performance. “Punch-in” is the action of switching from playback to recording while you play back a track. “Punch-out[...]

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    46 Section 1. Recording and playing back 8. At the point where you want to begin re- recording, press . Punch-in will begin, and you’ll be in record mode. 9. When you’re ready to punch-out, press or (or press ). Each time you press , you’ll alternately punch-in and punch-out, so simply perform the same procedure at any other location that you[...]

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    47 Section 1. Recording and playing back Section 1 8. Play back the song, and use the INPUT LEVEL dial to adjust the volume of the input source. Listen and compare the input source with the track to be re-recorded, and adjust the INPUT LEVEL dial so that there is no difference in volume. 9. Move to a location slightly earlier than the point at whic[...]

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    49 Section 1. Recording and playing back Section 1 Occasionally when the recording you make doesn’t turn out as you wish, or the settings you make for an editing operation are incorrect, and you want to reverse what you have done. At these times, you can use the “Undo function.” Undo will cancel the result of the operation and revert the data[...]

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    50 Section 1. Recording and playing back Although the MICRO BR allows the simultaneous playback of eight tracks, when you run out of tracks, the MICRO BR also lets you copy the recordings of multiple tracks together onto one track (V-Track). This is called “bounce” (also known as bounce recording or ping-pong recording). By combining multiple t[...]

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    51 Section 1. Recording and playing back Section 1 fig.Disp-RHY-LEVEL100.eps If you don't want to record the rhythm sound, press [TR1] to turn off the RHYTHM indication. “Playing a pattern (p. 82)” 7. Press [EXIT]. You will return to the Bounce screen. 8. Hold down , and press to return the time location to 00:00:00-00.0, and then press th[...]

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    52 Section 1. Recording and playing back Here’s how you can view detailed information about the song. You can also view the song’s data type and size. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press [TR1] (SNG). 3. Press [TR3] (INF). The Remain screen will appear. The name of the current song and the remaining available recording time are shown. fig.Disp-SongInfo[...]

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    53 Section 2 Section 2. Editing These operations let you change the structure of your song by copying track data or moving it to another location. This operation copies data from the specified region of a track (or the entire track) to another location. You can copy the track data just once, or copy the specified region of data several times in suc[...]

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    54 Section 2. Editing 1. Specify the units for the edit region. fig.Disp-TrEdit-function.eps fig.Disp-TrEdit-time.eps fig.Disp-TrEdit-meas.eps 2. Specify the starting time/measure (Start) of the edit region, and press [TR4] (NEXT). fig.Disp-TrEdit-timeST.eps fig.Disp-TrEdit-measST.eps 3. Specify the ending time/measure (End) of the edit region, and[...]

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    55 Section 2. Editing Section 2 fig.Disp-TrEdit-repeat.eps * If you’re moving data, skip step 5. * If you’re erasing data, skip steps 4–5. 6. Press [TR4] (EXE). * The edited content is preserved when you return from the track edit screen to the play screen. This operation moves the data of the specified region (or the entire track) to another[...]

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    56 Section 2. Editing 4. Specify the edit region as described in “The edit region and the number of copies” (p. 54). Specify the region that you want to move (Start, End) and the time or measure of the move destination (To). 5. When you’ve specified the edit region, press TR4 [EXE]. The display will ask Move OK? fig.Disp-MOVE.eps 6. To execut[...]

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    57 Section 2. Editing Section 2 5. When you’ve finished setting the edit region, press TR4 [EXE]. The display will ask Erase OK? fig.Disp-Erase-OK.eps 6. To execute the Erase operation, press [TR4] (YES). If you decide not to execute, press [EXIT] (or [UTILITY]). This operation exchanges data between two tracks. Example: Exchanging the entire con[...]

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    58 Section 2. Editing This operation copies the currently selected song. 1. Press [UTILITY] then press [TR1] (SNG). 2. Press CURSOR [ ]. fig.Disp-util-song2.eps 3. Press [TR2] (CPY). The display will ask “Copy to NewSong?” fig.Disp-CPY.eps 4. Press [TR4] (YES). The Copy operation will be executed. Once the copy has been completed, “Completed![...]

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    59 Section 2. Editing Section 2 When you perform overdubbing or punch-in/ out, the previous data will remain on the memory card without being erased. In some cases, this unneeded data may occupy significant space on the memory card, unnecessarily using up the card’s capacity. This will reduce the available recording time. By executing the “Song[...]

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    60 Section 2. Editing Even after you’ve finished the work of creating a song, you could lose your song by accidentally recording over it or erasing it. To prevent such accidents, the Song Protect setting lets you protect a song so that it cannot be erased or modified. * If a song is protected, you won’t be able to perform the following operatio[...]

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    61 Section 3 Section 3. Using effects The MICRO BR contains two effects processors (insert effects and reverb). You can use both the insert effects and reverb simultaneously, and make settings for each as desired. Here we will explain how to adjust the various settings (parameters) for each insert effects, and how to save your settings. “Paramete[...]

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    62 Section 3. Using effects On the MICRO BR, the patch bank is selected automatically according to the input source you’ve selected with the INPUT parameter. For example, the patches of the guitar bank will be selected if you’ve chosen GTR (guitar) as the input source, and the patches of the line bank will be selected if you choose LIN (line). [...]

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    63 Section 3. Using effects Section 3 fig.Disp-PREAMP-OnOff.eps 6. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to each parameter, and use VALUE [-] [+] to edit the value. If there are other parameters you want to edit, use CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to each parameter, and use VALUE [- ] [+] to edit the value. 7. If you want to edit another effect [...]

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    64 Section 3. Using effects fig.Disp-WRITE-U01.eps 6. Use VALUE [-] [+] to select the patch number into which you want to write your edited patch. 7. Press [TR4] (YES). The display will ask “Are you sure?” 8. If you are sure you want to write to the patch, press [TR4] (EXE). If you decide not to erase the song, press [EXIT]. When writing is com[...]

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    65 Section 3. Using effects Section 3 INPUT <REC DRY>: This lets you monitor the sound that is processed through the insert effects, but record the sound before it has passed through the insert effects (i.e., record the “dry” sound). Use this setting if you want to try out various effect settings after recording. fig.03-120 TRACK 1–4, 1[...]

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    66 Section 3. Using effects The algorithms (the available effects and their connection order) that can be used as the insert effects are shown below. The algorithms that can be selected will differ for each bank. To select the algorithm that you wish to use, first select the effect bank that includes that algorithm, and then refer to “Effect Patc[...]

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    67 Section 3. Using effects Section 3 A sound with a subtly shifted pitch is added to the direct sound, making the final output sound thicker and broader. * This effect can be used when the FX “Type” parameter is set to “CHORUS.” On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the chorus effect on/off. Rate 0 – 100 Adjusts the rate of the Chorus effe[...]

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    68 Section 3. Using effects By adding sounds which are out-of-phase with the direct sound, this effect enhances the definition of the sound, and pushes it to the forefront. On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the enhancer effect on/off. Sens 0 – 100 Adjusts the manner in which the enhancer will be applied relative to the input signals. Frequency [...]

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    69 Section 3. Using effects Section 3 This divides the original sound into three frequency ranges: low, mid, and high. Gain -24 – +12 (dB) Sets the overall volume level before the signal passes through the compressor. Delay Time 0–10 (ms) This sets the amount of time by which the source input sound is delayed. Split Freq L 20 – 800 (Hz) This [...]

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    70 Section 3. Using effects On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the phaser effect on/off. Rate 0 – 100 This sets the rate of the Phaser effect. Depth 0 – 100 Determines the depth of the Phaser effect. Manual 0 – 100 Adjusts the center frequency of the phaser effect. Resonance 0 – 100 Determines the amount of resonance (feedback). Increasing[...]

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    71 Section 3. Using effects Section 3 This simulates the characteristics of various types of speakers. When the output of the MICRO BR is connected directly to a mixer, etc., this can be used to create the sound of your favorite speakers system. On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the speaker simulator effect on/off. Type Selects the type of speake[...]

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    72 Section 3. Using effects Here we will explain how to edit the reverb settings (parameters). For details on the reverb parameters, refer to “Reverb Parameters” (p. 73). There are no “patches” for reverb. The reverb settings are saved as part of the song data. If you want to save the reverb settings in the currently selected song, hold dow[...]

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    73 Section 3. Using effects Section 3 1. Press [INPUT]. 2. Press the [TR1]–[TR4] button for the input source whose reverb depth you want to adjust. 3. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] to move the cursor to “Rv,” and use VALUE [-] [+] to edit the setting. fig.Disp-Input-rev.eps 4. When you’ve finished editing, press [EXIT] several times to return to the P[...]

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    74 Section 3. Using effects You can apply the “Mastering Tool Kit” to those two tracks (or stereo) to optimize the level (volume) of your completed song. And you can convert mastering data into an audio file (MP3/ WAV formats). 1. Press [EXIT] and [UTILITY] several times to make the display indicate . The MICRO BR is now in Mastering mode. fig.[...]

  • Page 75

    75 Section 3. Using effects Section 3 8. Press [EXIT] to return to the mastering screen. 9. Hold down and press . Move to the beginning of the song (00:00:00-00.0). 10. Press . will blink, and the MICRO BR will be in recording standby condition. fig.Disp-mst-standby.eps 11. Press . will lights, and mastering begins. 12. When you finished mastering,[...]

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    76 Section 3. Using effects If you want to create new settings, select the existing patch that’s closest to what you have in mind, then modify (edit) those settings. If you want to save your edited settings, you can save them as a user patch or a song patch. 1. Press [EXIT] and [UTILITY] several times to make the display indicate . 2. Press [EFFE[...]

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    77 Section 3. Using effects Section 3 Here’s how you can assign a name (patch name) to the kit settings you’ve edited, and save them as a new patch. * You can’t save a patch while a song is playing or being recorded. * If you don’t need to edit the patch name, proceed to step 4. 1. Press [EFFECTS]. The mastering tool kit screen appears. fig[...]

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    78 Section 3. Using effects The Mastering Tool Kit’s algorithms are composed from the following effects. Input Compressor Mixer Limiter Output This compresses the overall output signal when the input volume level exceeds a set value. On/Off OFF, ON This parameter turns the compressor effect on/ off. Lo Threshold -24 – 0 dB This sets the volume [...]

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    79 Section 3. Using effects Section 3 Hi Ratio 1:1.00 – 1:16.0, 1:INF This sets the ratio of suppression of the upper- range output when the input level exceeds the Hi threshold level. Hi Attack 0 – 100 ms This sets the time it takes for the upper-range compressor to go into effect once the input level exceeds the Hi threshold level. Hi Release[...]

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    80 Section 4. Using rhythm The MICRO BR provides a dedicated rhythm track in addition to its audio tracks 1–4. You can play rhythms as a guide during recording, or place internal rhythms in the order of your song structure to create your own original rhythm. Broadly speaking, the MICRO BR’s rhythms consist of performance data called “patterns[...]

  • Page 81

    81 Section 4. Using rhythm Section 4 What is an arrangement? You could let a certain pattern repeat endlessly and practice along with it, just as though you were playing along with a metronome. However, using just a single pattern from the beginning of the song to its end would make the rhythm rather boring! To give your song greater musical variet[...]

  • Page 82

    82 Section 4. Using rhythm A drum kit is a collection of rhythm instrument sounds used to play arrangements and patterns. The MICRO BR contains nine different drum kits. fig.04-030 Here’s how to select a drum kit. 1. Press [RHYTHM]. The rhythm screen appears. fig.Disp-pt-001.eps 2. Press [TR3] (KIT). fig.Disp-PtModeKit-STD1.eps 3. Use VALUE [-] [[...]

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    83 Section 4. Using rhythm Section 4 Here’s how to create an arrangement by placing patterns in the desired order from the intro through the ending. You can create an arrangement of up to 999 measures in length. After creating an arrangement, you can save it as a “song arrangement.” 1. Press [RHYTHM]. The rhythm screen appears. 2. Press [TR2][...]

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    84 Section 4. Using rhythm 8. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and VALUE [-] [+] to select a pattern number. Select the pattern that you want to start playing from measure 1. fig.Disp-ar-S01-step.eps If you want to specify a different pattern that will play from measure 2 or later, continue with the following steps after you’ve performed “Specifying the patt[...]

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    85 Section 4. Using rhythm Section 4 Here’s how to insert a new step at the current step. fig.04-550 1. Perform steps 1 through 7 of “Specifying the pattern for the first measure” (p. 83), to select the song arrange you want to edit. 2. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and VALUE [-] [+] to select the position (step number) at which you want to insert a ste[...]

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    86 Section 4. Using rhythm Here’s how to erase the contents of the selected step. The erased step will take on the contents of the subsequent step. fig.Disp-ar-ins.eps 1. Perform steps 1 through 7 of “Specifying the pattern for the first measure” (p. 83), to select the song arrange you want to edit. 2. Use CURSOR [ ] [ ] and VALUE [-] [+] to [...]

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    87 Section 4. Using rhythm Section 4 Here’s how to select a desired arrangement and play it. 1. Press [RHYTHM]. The rhythm screen appears. 2. Press [TR2] to make the display indicate “AR:” (Arrangement mode). The display will indicate “AR:”. Each time you press the button, the indication will alternate between “PT:” and “AR:”. fig[...]

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    88 Section 5. Using MP3 player MP3 is an audio file format that is commonly used in portable audio players and to distribute music over the Internet. Compared to uncompressed (linear) audio formats such as WAV, a much smaller amount of data is required. These files will have a filename extension of “.MP3.” The MICRO BR can record and play back [...]

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    89 Section 5. Using MP3 player Section 5 • Unauthorized recording, distribution, sale, lending, public performance, broadcasting, or the like, in whole or in part, of a work (musical composition, video, broadcast, public performance, or the like) whose copyright is held by a third party is prohibited by law. • You can connect the MICRO BR to yo[...]

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    90 Section 5. Using MP3 player Press [MP3/TRAINER] to enter MP3 mode; the display will indicate (the MP3 screen). fig.**** 1. Press [MP3/TRAINER]. Switches to MP3 mode; the display will indicate (the MP3 screen). 2. Use CURSOR [ ][ ] to move the cursor to the file number, and use VALUE [-][+] to select the number of the MP3/ WAV file you want to pl[...]

  • Page 91

    91 Section 5. Using MP3 player Section 5 The “repeat” function lets you play back a specified region repeatedly. fig.01-570 1. Press [MP3/TRAINER]. Switches to MP3 mode; the display will indicate (the MP3 screen). 2. Use CURSOR [ ][ ] to move the cursor to the file number, and use VALUE [-][+] to select the number of the MP3/ WAV file you want [...]

  • Page 92

    92 Section 5. Using MP3 player MP3 mode includes a “Phrase Trainer” function that provides an effective way for you to practice a song. You can also change (Time Stretch) the playback to aid in practicing difficult phrases or remove the guitar solo sound (Center Cancel) to play along with only the backing instruments as a practice aid. The Time[...]

  • Page 93

    93 Section 5. Using MP3 player Section 5 The Center Cancel function allows you to remove the central sound of the playback (e.g., vocals or guitar solos). This is helpful if you want to practice playing along with the backing instruments. 1. Press [MP3/TRAINER] to MP3 mode. The MP3 player screen will appear. fig.Disp-mp3-mode.eps 2. Use CURSOR [ ][[...]

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    94 Section 5. Using MP3 player Here’s how you can record the sound from the inputs directly as MP3 or WAV format data. 1. Press [MP3/TRAINER] to MP3 mode. Switch to MP3 mode as described in “Switching to MP3 Mode” (p. 90). 2. Press . The Type parameter will appear. You are now in recording-standby mode. fig.Disp-CENTER-ADJ.eps 3. Use VALUE [-[...]

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    95 Section 5. Using MP3 player Section 5 You can erase an MP3 file that was saved in the MP3 folder. 1. Press [MP3/TRAINER] to MP3 mode. Switch to MP3 mode as described in “Switching to MP3 Mode” (p. 90). 2. Use CURSOR [ ][ ] to move the cursor to the file number, and use VALUE [-][+] to select the file number that you want to erase. 3. Press [[...]

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    96 Section 6. Using USB The MICRO BR is equipped with a USB port for connecting the MICRO BR directly to computers, allowing you to carry out the following operations. • Transfer MP3/WAV files MP3/WAV files created on your computer or on the MICRO BR can be transferred in either direction. • Back up MICRO BR song data can be saved on your compu[...]

  • Page 97

    97 Section 6. Using USB Section 6 The folders and files created are as shown below. fig.05-010 MP3 Folder This is the folder in which you will place the MP3 or WAV files used in MP3 mode. If you place MP3/WAV files from your computer in this folder, you’ll be able to play them back on the MICRO BR. MP3/WAV files you’ve created on the MICRO BR c[...]

  • Page 98

    98 Section 6. Using USB The following types of song data are backed up. • Recorded data • Mixer status (level, pan etc.) • Insert effects song patches • Mastering Tool Kit song patches • Rhythm Arrangements • Loop Effects • Utility (except for LCD contrast, PowerSave and AutPowOff parameters) • Input Sns parameter • MP3 mode Do no[...]

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    99 Section 6. Using USB Section 6 * You must perform the following procedure with the recorder stopped. 1. Use a USB cable to connect the MICRO BR to your computer. When communication with your computer begins, the MICRO BR will display a message of “USB connecting..” Then when the computer has detected the connection, the MICRO BR will display[...]

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    100 Section 6. Using USB 1. Use a USB cable to connect the MICRO BR to your computer. When communication with your computer begins, the MICRO BR will display a message of “USB connecting..” Then when the computer has detected the connection, the MICRO BR will display a message of “USB Idling...” The “MICRO_BR” (or “Removable disk (?:)[...]

  • Page 101

    101 Section 6. Using USB Section 6 With Windows XP In My Computer, right-click on the “MICRO_BR” icon (or “Removable disk (?:)” icon) to “Eject” the disk. * If this procedure fails to eject the disk, use the procedure below. 1. Close the all windows in your computer. 2. Click the icon in the task tray. fig.05-080 3. Click the “Stop US[...]

  • Page 102

    102 Section 6. Using USB * You must perform the following procedure with the recorder stopped. 1. Use a USB cable to connect the MICRO BR to your computer. When communication with your computer begins, the MICRO BR will display a message of “USB connecting..” Then when the computer has detected the connection, the MICRO BR will display a messag[...]

  • Page 103

    103 Section 6. Using USB Section 6 1. Use a USB cable to connect the MICRO BR to your computer. When communication with your computer begins, the MICRO BR will display a message of “USB connecting..” Then when the computer has detected the connection, the MICRO BR will display a message of “USB Idling...” The “MICRO_BR” icon is added to[...]

  • Page 104

    104 Section 6. Using USB 1. Close the all windows in your computer. 2. Drag the “MICRO_BR” icon into the trash. When you have finished USB connecting, the message “You may disconnect...” will appear. In this state you may safely disconnect the USB cable from the MICRO BR and from your computer. 3. Disconnect the USB cable from the MICRO BR [...]

  • Page 105

    105 Section 7 Section 7. Other Convenient Functions Depending on where the MICRO BR is situated, the display contents may be difficult to read. If this is the case, perform the procedure given below to adjust the contrast (1 to 20). 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ][ ] several times to access the LCD Contrast screen. fig.06-020 3. Use VALUE [[...]

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    106 Section 7. Other Convenient Functions 1. Hold down [EFFECTS] and press [UTILITY]. fig.06-020 When the built-in tuner of the MICRO BR is used, the reference pitch is shown in the upper of the display, and the note name in the right. The lower part will display a tuning guide to indicate the difference between the input sound and the displayed no[...]

  • Page 107

    107 Section 7. Other Convenient Functions Section 7 You can convert track data into an audio file (MP3/WAV formats), or use an audio file as track data. Here's how track data recorded on a track can be converted to an audio file (MP3/WAV formats). 1. Make sure that you're in normal mode (p. 42), and press [UTILITY]. If you're in MP3 [...]

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    108 Section 7. Other Convenient Functions Here's how track data recorded on a track can be converted to an audio file (MP3/WAV formats). 1. Make sure that you're in normal mode (p. 42), and press [UTILITY]. If you're in MP3 mode, press [MP3/ TRAINER] to switch to Normal mode, and then press [UTILITY]. 2. Press [TR2] (TRK). 3. Press C[...]

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    109 Section 7. Other Convenient Functions Section 7 6. Press [TR4] (NEXT). The Import to setting screen appears. fig.06-020 7. Use CURSOR [ ][ ] and VALUE [-] [+] to specify the import-destination track. Choose the track on which the audio data will be recorded. Range: TR1-V1–V8, TR2-V1–V8,..., TR34V1–V8 8. Press [TR1] (TIM) or [TR2] (MEA). S[...]

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    110 Section 7. Other Convenient Functions 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press [TR4] (INI). The display will ask “Card Initialize?” fig.06-020 3. If you want to initialize the memory card, press [TR4] (YES), to cancel, press [EXIT]. The display will ask “Are you sure?” 4. If you want to initialize the memory card, press [TR4] (YES), to cancel, pres[...]

  • Page 111

    111 Section 7. Other Convenient Functions Section 7 If a certain length of time has passed without any buttons being operated, the MICRO BR will dim the display brightness to reduce the current consumption. Perform the procedure given below to activate the power save function. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press CURSOR [ ][ ] several times to access the P[...]

  • Page 112

    112 Section 8. Appendices Each of the preset Arrangement (except Metro4/4) is set so that a three-measure BREAK, followed by V1 (verse) comes after the E (ending). Arrangement / Pattern List Preset Arrangement List No. Arrangement Name Initial Tempo Beat Starting measure BREAK V1 Drum Kit IN V1 F1 V2 F2 V2 END P01 ROCK1 130 4/4 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 16 1[...]

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    113 Section 8. Appendices Section 8 Preset Pattern List Pattern Name (Abbreviation shown in display) Initial Tempo Beat Measure IN V1 F1 V2 F2 E ROCK1 130 4/4 1 2 2 2 2 4 ROCK2 130 4/4 2 2 2 2 2 4 ROCK3 118 4/4 2 2 1 2 1 2 ROCK4 118 4/4 4 2 1 2 1 4 ROCK5 104 4/4 4 2 1 2 1 2 ROCK6 86 4/4 1 4 1 4 1 2 Hard Rock 1(HdRc1) 130 4/4 4 2 1 2 1 3 Hard Rock 1[...]

  • Page 114

    114 Parameter List • (*1) Stored in the Song. (If you want to save the settings as the currently selected song data, hold down and press .) • (*2) Stored in the MICRO BR. • (*3) Not Stored. Mixer Parameter Insert Effects Reverb Recorder Parameter Parameter List Parameter Name (*1) Display Initial Value Valid Settings Input Select - GTR GTR, M[...]

  • Page 115

    115 Section 8 Song Parameter Phrase Trainer System Parameter Rhythm Parameter Arrangement Parameter Parameter Name (*1) Display Initial Value Valid Settings Song Name - SONG0000 8 characters Data Type Type HiFi (MT2) HiFi (MT2), STD (LV1), LONG (LV2) Song Protect - OFF OFF, ON Parameter Name (*3) Display Initial Value Valid Settings Time Stretch - [...]

  • Page 116

    116 Troubleshooting If the MICRO BR does not function as you expect, please check the following points before assuming that a malfunction has occurred. If this does not resolve the problem, contact a nearby Roland service center or your dealer. • Is the power of the MICRO BR turned on? See “Turning the power on” (p. 24). • Are the batteries[...]

  • Page 117

    117 Section 8 • Has the track level parameter been lowered? (p. 33) • Is the V-Track setting for a different V- Track? (p. 40) • Did you adjust the each Sns parameters (GTR, MIC, LIN or EXT)? (p. 39) For best results, adjust the sensitivity as high as possible without allowing the OVER indication to appear in the display when the input source[...]

  • Page 118

    118 • Did turn power off while the MICRO BR is connected via USB. • Did disconnect the USB cable while the MICRO BR is connected via USB. • Could the power have been turned off while the memory card was being accessed? • Was a strong physical shock applied to the MICRO BR when you use the batteries? The power might cut because the contact o[...]

  • Page 119

    119 Section 8 Error Message If you attempt an incorrect operation or if an operation could not be executed, the display will indicate an error message. Refer to this list and take the appropriate action. Cannot Edit! This is a Preset Cause: Preset Rhythm Arrangement is selected; you cannot edit this data. Solution: Copy to the song rhythm arrangeme[...]

  • Page 120

    120 and then try the playback again. Solution 2: Reduce the number of tracks that are being recorded simultaneously. Solution 3: Reduce the Data Type (STD (LV1) or LONG (LV2)), and then try creating the song again. Event Full! Cause: The MICRO BR has used up all the events that can be handled by one song. Solution: Perform the Song Optimize operati[...]

  • Page 121

    121 Section 8 Solution: Press [STOP] to stop playback or recording. Too Many Songs! Cause: You are attempting to create more that 100 songs. Solution: Erase unneeded songs (p. 58). Unformatted! Cause: The MICRO BR cannot recognize or use the format of the inserted memory card. Solution 1: Turn off the MICRO BR, properly insert the memory card, then[...]

  • Page 122

    122 Specifications MICRO BR: Digital Recorder ● Tracks Track: 4 V-Track: 32 (8 V-Tracks per each Track) * Up to 2 tracks can be recorded simultaneously, and up to 4 tracks can be played back simultaneously. ● Useful Capacity SD memory card: 32 M–1 G bytes ● Data Type HiFi (MT2) STANDARD (LV1) LONG (LV2) ● Audio Data Type (MP3 Mode) MP3 (1[...]

  • Page 123

    123 Section 8 ● Nominal Input Level GUITAR IN jack: -20 dBu LINE IN/MIC jack: -10 dBu (LINE) LINE IN/MIC jack: -40 dBu (EXT MIC) ● Input Impedance GUITAR IN jack: 1 M Ω LINE IN/MIC jack LINE: 16 k Ω EXT MIC, Plug-in Power=OFF: 18 k Ω EXT MIC, Plug-in Power=ON: 2.2 k Ω ● Nominal Output Level PHONES/LINE OUT jack: -10 dBu ● Nominal Output[...]

  • Page 124

    124 PAN REV Send PAN PAN TRA CK 1 TRACK 2 TRA CK 3 TRACK 4 EFFECTS COMMENTS Track Sheet REV Send REV Send PAN REV Send REV Send RHYTHM Project Song Name Date Artist Client ARRANGE Tempo: PATTERN Tempo: Track Sheet MICRO-BR_e1.book 124 ページ 2006年8月1日 火曜日 午後12時6分[...]

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    125 Section 8 MEMO MICRO-BR_e1.book 125 ページ 2006年8月1日 火曜日 午後12時6分[...]

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    126 MICRO-BR_e1.book 126 ページ 2006年8月1日 火曜日 午後12時6分[...]

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    127 Section 8 Numerics 4Band Equalizer ........................................ 66 4-band Equalizer ....................................... 68 A A.PUNCH ............................................... 16 AB ........................................................ 16 AB button ............................................... 14 About the License Agre[...]

  • Page 128

    128 effects .................................................... 61 Enhancer .......................................... 66, 68 Equalizer ................................................ 68 Erasing ....................................... 86–87, 95 Erasing a song .......................................... 58 Erasing data ...........................[...]

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    129 Section 8 Mid Level .......................................... 69, 79 Mid Ratio ................................................ 78 Mid Release ............................................. 78 Mid Thres ............................................... 78 Middle ................................................... 70 Mix Level ....................[...]

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    130 ROOM ................................................... 73 S Sample Rate ........................................... 122 Save ...................................................... 60 Security Slot ............................................. 19 Selecting the track ...................................... 41 Sens ...............................[...]

  • Page 131

    2 To resize thickness, move all items on the front cover USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. .................................................................................................. 002c • Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor. [...]

  • Page 132

    Owner's Manual 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 2–3) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 4–5). 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 provid[...]