Roland DIGITAL STUDIO WORKSTATION VS-2480 Manuel d'utilisateur

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10Preparations 5. Pour ce faire, insérez une pièce de monnaie dans la fente et tournez dans le sens des aiguilles d'une montre jusqu'à ce q

11Preparations Preparations Installing Effect Expansion Boards The VS-2480/2480CD contains one VS8F-2 effect expansion board (EFFECT A section).An ad

12Preparations fig.01-08_50 3. Inside, there are four connectors and 12 resin pins. Insert the connectors of the VS8F-2 in to the internal connectors

13Preparations Preparations fig.01-09(FXAssign)If the Display Indicates “No EFFECT Board”The internal effect expansion board was not detected correct

14Preparations Installation de la carte d’extension d’effets (French language for Canadian Safety Standard) Quand une ou deux cartes VS8F-2 sont inst

15Preparations Preparations 2. A l’intérieur se trouvent deux connecteurs et 12 goupilles de plastique. Reliez les connecteurs de la VS8F-2 à ceux du

16Preparations How to Replace the Battery A lithium battery inside the unit powers its time-keeping functions, and provides the power for maintaining

17Preparations Preparations fig.battery1_69 4. The battery should now be visible, as shown in the following. fig.battery2_69 5. If Effect Expansion B

18Preparationsfig.battery3_697. Reinstall the effect expansion board (VS8F-2) if removed in Step 5. Insert the plastic pin in the VS8F-2’s hole, maki

19PreparationsPreparationsBe sure to ground the device to prevent any minor leakage of current from the VS-2480/2480CD, connectors, or other possible

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20Preparations Adjusting the Display Contrastfig.01-14_50The text or icons in the VS-2480/2480CD’s display (Operation Display) may be difficult to re

21PreparationsPreparationsfig.01-17_501. Press [UTILITY]. Utility Menu screen will appear.2. Press [PAGE] several times until function tab “Page3” wil

22PreparationsSetting the Date and Time of the Internal ClockThe VS-2480/2480CD contains a clock. When you record a performance, a time stamp is added

23PreparationsPreparationsTurning Off the PowerIf you simply turn off the power, not only can recorded content be lost, but the VS-2480/2480CD itself

24Preparationsfig.dialog-poweroff6. Lower the volume of your audio equipment.7. Turn off the power of your audio equipment.8. Use the rear panel POWER

25Listening to the Demo PerformanceListening to the Demo PerformanceA demo performance needs to be Recovered from CD-ROM of a belonging. Also, the CD-

26Listening to the Demo Performanceprojects.11. Select the recovery-destination. Press [F4 (SelDrv)].Use the TIME/VALUE dial to move the cursor to the

27Listening to the Demo PerformanceListening to the Demo PerformanceFor Making the Preparations Which Listen to a Demo Performance (Project Select)Sel

28Listening to the Demo PerformancePlaying Back the Demo Performancefig.02-01_301. Press [TR 1-16 (MASTER EDIT)]. [TR 1-16 (MASTER EDIT)] indicator wi

29Listening to the Demo PerformanceListening to the Demo Performance3. Press [F6 (To Pre)] to select pre level display, and press [F6 (To Pst)] once a

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30Listening to the Demo PerformanceListening to the Demo Performance with a Different Arrangement (Scene)Demo performance contain several completely d

31Making a Multi-Track RecordingMaking a Multi-Track RecordingThis chapter explains the basic procedure for recording on the VS-2480/2480CD. Please fo

32Making a Multi-Track Recordingfig.03-01_506. Use TIME/VALUE dial to select the Sample Rate (96kHz, 88.2kHz, 64kHz, 48kHz, 44.1kHz, 32kHz). Normally,

33Making a Multi-Track RecordingMaking a Multi-Track RecordingConnecting MicrophonesHere we will explain how to connect two microphones and make a mul

34Making a Multi-Track Recording Cautions When Connecting MicrophonesThe pin wiring configuration of XLR type connectors is as shown below (the VS-24

35Making a Multi-Track RecordingMaking a Multi-Track RecordingAdjusting the Input Sensitivityfig.03-06_501. Press [HOME (DISPLAY)]. Home Condition scr

36Making a Multi-Track RecordingRecording On a TrackThis section explains the procedure for using a mic connected to the ANALOG INPUT 1 jack to record

37Making a Multi-Track RecordingMaking a Multi-Track Recordingfig.QuickRouting7. Press [F4 (AllClr)].8. Press [IN 1-16 (SOLO)]. [IN 1-16 (SOLO)] indic

38Making a Multi-Track RecordingPlaying Back the Performance You RecordedNow let’s playback the performance that was recorded on track 1.fig.03-14_301

39Making a Multi-Track RecordingMaking a Multi-Track RecordingCanceling the Recording Canceling a Record Result (Undo)If the recording level was too

4Contents Using Effects...50 Selecting the effect patch you wis

40Making a Multi-Track Recording Re-Recording a Specified Portion (Punch-In/Punch-Out)When you listen to a performance that you recorded, you may not

41Making a Multi-Track RecordingMaking a Multi-Track Recording9. Use the channel faders and master fader to adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

42Making a Multi-Track RecordingRecording On a V.TrackThe VS-2480/2480CD has 24 tracks, and each of these tracks has 16 supplementary tracks called V.

43Making a Multi-Track RecordingMaking a Multi-Track RecordingComparing the Recorded content of Two V.TracksIf you have been following the procedures

44Making a Multi-Track RecordingRecording On Other Tracks (Overdubbing)The VS-2480/2480CD allows you to record new performances on other tracks while

45Making a Multi-Track RecordingMaking a Multi-Track Recordingfig.03-28_508. Press [REC]. [REC] indicator will blink red.9. Press [PLAY]. [PLAY] indic

46Making a Multi-Track Recording Adjusting the Stereo Position of Each TrackIf you wish to adjust the stereo position (pan) of each track, use the fo

47Making a Multi-Track RecordingMaking a Multi-Track Recordingfig.03-342. Press [TR 1-16 (MASTER EDIT)]. [TR 1-16 (MASTER EDIT)] indicator will light,

48Making a Multi-Track Recordingfig.03-44_353. Press [CH EDIT] of the track that you wish to adjust the equalizer.[CH EDIT] indicator will light.4. Pr

49Making a Multi-Track RecordingMaking a Multi-Track RecordingSaving Your Performance (Project Store)The performance that you recorded will be lost if

5 Preparations Preparations Required Preparations The VS-2480/2480CD is an audio recorder that allows multi-track recording to a hard disk. To make a

50Using EffectsIf VS8F-2 effect expansion boards are installed, you can use up to eight stereo effects without needing to connect any external devices

51Using EffectsUsing Effectsfig.04-01_503. Press [PAGE] several times until function tab “Page1” will display at the front.4. Press [F1 (FX 1)]. The e

52Using EffectsSelecting the effect bus assignmentWhen using the effect in a loop configuration, the AUX bus is used as the effect bus. Here we will e

53Using EffectsUsing EffectsApplying a Loop Type Effect During PlaybackIt is common to apply a send/return type effect such as reverb or delay during

54Using Effectsfig.04-04_306. Output the signal to AUX 1. Use [][][][] to move the cursor to AUX 1 Send switch, use the TIME/VALUE dial to set the sen

55Using EffectsUsing EffectsApplying a Loop Type Effect Only to the Monitor Sound as You RecordThe following example shows how a source connected to t

56Using Effects7. As described in “Selecting the effect bus assignment (p. 52),” specify which AUX bus will be used as the effect bus. Here we will se

57Using EffectsUsing EffectsSwitching Effects During PlaybackWhile playing back the project for track 2 that you recorded in “Applying a Loop Type Eff

58Using Effects8. Press [TR 17-24/FX RTN (V.FADER)]. [TR 17-24/FX RTN (V.FADER)] indicator will light, channel fader will adjust the Track Mixer chann

59Using EffectsUsing EffectsApplying a Loop Type Effect While You RecordHere we will give an example of how a loop type effect such as reverb can be a

6Preparations 2. Remove the front panel cover from the VS-2480. fig.01-02_50 3. With the warning label of the hard disk facing upward, slide it gentl

60Using Effects7. As described in “Recording On a Track (p. 36)” step 6–9, specify which you wish to assign as the source. For this example, effect re

61Using EffectsUsing EffectsApplying an Insertion-Type Effect During PlaybackWhen playing back an acoustic guitar or vocal, it is common to insert an

62Using Effectsfig.04-17_605. Press [PAGE] several times until function tab “Page2” will be appeared at the front.fig.04-19-16. Press [F1 (FX Ins)]. E

63Using EffectsUsing Effects Inserting the Same Effect into Another Track as WellIf in step 8 you selected “Ins” or “InsS,” that effect cannot be ins

64Using EffectsApplying an Insertion-Type Effect During RecordingWhen recording electric guitar or vocals etc., it is common to insert an effect such

65Using EffectsUsing Effectsf6. Press [PAGE] several times until function tab “Page2” will be appeared at the front.7. Press [F1 (FX Ins)]. Effect Ins

66Using Effectsfig.04-25_3012. Raise and lower the channel fader 16, and verify that the volume changes. The Input Mixer channel fader is used to make

67Add Finishing Touches to Your ProjectAdd Finishing Touches to Your ProjectHere we will explain the procedure by which a recorded performance can be

68Add Finishing Touches to Your Projectfig.05-02_305. Press track channel 7 or 8 [TRACK STATUS] several times until light goes off. Track channel 7 an

69Add Finishing Touches to Your ProjectAdd Finishing Touches to Your Projectrecorded on tracks 7 and 8 just as you hear it. It is best to record at as

7Preparations Preparations fig.01-05_50 6. As described in “ Turning On the Power (p. 19),” turn on the power and verify that the VS-2480 starts up

70Add Finishing Touches to Your Project22. Hold [REC] and press channel 7 or 8 [TRACK STATUS].fig.05-01_5023. Press [TR 1-16 (MASTER EDIT)]. [TR 1-16

71Add Finishing Touches to Your ProjectAdd Finishing Touches to Your Project30. Press [REC]. [REC] indicator will blink red.31. Press [PLAY]. [PLAY] i

72Add Finishing Touches to Your ProjectMixing down to the mastering tracks (Mastering Room)Here’s how to select the mastering tracks (any V.Track of t

73Add Finishing Touches to Your ProjectAdd Finishing Touches to Your Project5. Use TIME/VALUE dial to select “On.” A dedicated mastering track will ap

74Add Finishing Touches to Your Projectfig.05-10_3516. Press [TR 1-16 (MASTER EDIT)]. [TR 1-16 (MASTER EDIT)] indicator will light, and channel faders

75Add Finishing Touches to Your ProjectAdd Finishing Touches to Your Project23. Use the TIME/VALUE dial or the SHUTTLE ring to move to the time locati

76Add Finishing Touches to Your Project3. Use [][][][] to move the cursor to switch.4.Use TIME/VALUE dial to select “On.” A dedicated mastering track

77Add Finishing Touches to Your ProjectAdd Finishing Touches to Your ProjectErasing an Unwanted Portion (Track Cut)Project data that was track-bounced

78Add Finishing Touches to Your Project6. Use the TIME/VALUE dial or SHUTTLE ring to move to the time location at which you wish to stop writing.7. Pr

79Add Finishing Touches to Your ProjectAdd Finishing Touches to Your Project Deleting an Unwanted Portion At the beginning of the Projectfig.05-08_50

8Preparations Installation de dispositifs optionnels (French language for Canadian Safety Standard) Précautions à prendre lors de l’installation de

80Add Finishing Touches to Your ProjectAdding Track Number MarkersBy placing two or more projects one after the other in the same track, you can write

81Add Finishing Touches to Your ProjectAdd Finishing Touches to Your Project Assigning Track NumbersWhen you write an audio CD, a track number will a

82Creating an Original Audio CDThis chapter explains how you can create an original audio CD by recording two tracks (stereo tracks) from the VS-2480/

83Creating an Original Audio CDCreating an Original Audio CDfig.06-01_50fig.(mastering-menu)4. Press [F2 (CDWrit)].5. “STORE Current?” dialog will app

84Creating an Original Audio CD12. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to specify whether or not to finalize the CD-R/RW disc after writing the project. For this

85Creating an Original Audio CDCreating an Original Audio CD16. Use TIME/VALUE dial to select the speed at which the project will be written to the CD

86Creating an Original Audio CDAuditioning the Project You WroteTo check (audition) the project you wrote to the disc, use the following procedure.1.

87About the Demo PerformancesAbout the Demo Performances

88About the Demo Performances:

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9Preparations Preparations 2. Enlever les vis indiquées sur le schéma suivant et détacher la plaque avant du VS-2480. fig.38 3. Orienter le disque du

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