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Unfortunately, only a few customers devote their time to read an instruction of Roland DS-8, DS-7, DS-5. A good user manual introduces us to a number of additional functionalities of the purchased item, and also helps us to avoid the formation of most of the defects.
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First and foremost, an user manual of Roland DS-8, DS-7, DS-5 should contain:
- informations concerning technical data of Roland DS-8, DS-7, DS-5
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the Roland DS-8, DS-7, DS-5 item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the Roland DS-8, DS-7, DS-5 item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards
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Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of Roland DS-8, DS-7, DS-5 alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of Roland DS-8, DS-7, DS-5, and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the Roland service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of Roland DS-8, DS-7, DS-5.
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It is mostly in the manuals where we will find the details concerning construction and possibility of the Roland DS-8, DS-7, DS-5 item, and its use of respective accessory, as well as information concerning all the functions and facilities.
After a successful purchase of an item one should find a moment and get to know with every part of an instruction. Currently the manuals are carefully prearranged and translated, so they could be fully understood by its users. The manuals will serve as an informational aid.
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OWNER’S MANUAL Thank you for purchasing the Roland Bi-Amp Monitor DS-8/7/5. 201b Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 3, 4), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 5). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit[...]
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2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilater[...]
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3 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. ....................................................................... 001-50 • Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. ..............................................[...]
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4 026 • Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth. ....................................................................... 101a • The [...]
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5 IMPORTANT NOTES 291b In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 ~ 4, please read and observe the following: Power Supply 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 ref[...]
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6 Panel Descriptions Front fig. Rear fig. 1 Digital Input Coaxial Input Connector (Digital Input) This is the digital input connector for coaxial cable. It cannot be used for input of analog audio signals (no sound is produced). Optical Input Connector (Digital Input) This is the digital input connector for optic-fiber cable. Use commercially avail[...]
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7 Panel Descriptions Digital Input Select Switch This switch selects AES/EBU, Optical or Coaxial. Select the connector used for the input signal. Assign Switch This switch selects the stereo position of the digital signal. It selects Right, L+R, or Left when using two DS-8/7/5 monitors for stereo sound (with digital signals). Choose the setting app[...]
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8 Connection Examples Using Two DS-8/7/5 Monitors for Stereo Sound fig. Mixer,etc. Example for Using Analog Input Connectors Example for Using Digital Input Connectors CD Player, DVD Player, MD Player, etc VS-2480DVD/CD, VS-2400CD, VS-2000CD,etc Recording Equipment,etc. Select DIGITAL OUT DIGITAL IN (COAXIAL, OPTICAL, AES/EBU) THRU (DIGITAL OUT) DI[...]
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9 Connection Examples Important Notes on Placement • During setup and transport, be careful not to damage the vibrating portions (the speaker cone and diaphragm). • Be sure to place the monitor so that the slits on the top to radiate the heat is not obstructed. Also, make sure the monitor does not touch any curtains or other fabrics. • This u[...]
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10 Reference Troubleshooting If there is no sound or if the unit does not operate as you expect, please check the following points first. If this does not resolve the problem, contact the nearest Roland service center or authorized Roland distributor. There’s No Sound • Make sure the Input Level control has not been turned fully counterclockwis[...]
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11 Reference Frequency Response DS-8 DS-7 DS-5 15 60 40 80 200 300 500 700 1K 2K 4K 8K 6K 3K 24K 0 -15 -30 30 (dB) Response (Hz) LF: max flat LF: min HF: max flat flat HF: min 15 60 40 80 200 300 500 700 1K 2K 4K 8K 6K 3K 24K 0 -15 -30 30 (dB) Response (Hz) LF: max flat LF: min HF: max flat flat HF: min 15 60 40 80 200 300 500 700 1K 2K 4K 8K 6K 3K[...]
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C5100021 4YG Specifications 962a * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. DS-8 DS-7 DS-5 System 2-Way Bi-Amplified Monitor Enclosure Bass-reflex type Cabinet 3/4” MDF (Baffle: 1” MDF) 5/8” MDF (Baffle: 3/4” MDF) 1/2” MDF (Baffle: 5/8” MDF) LF [...]