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Roland AR-100 User Manual

Roland AR-100
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Roland AR-100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels2
Phantom PowerYes
DisplayLCD
TypeAudio Recorder
Recording MediaCompact Flash Card
Sampling Frequency44.1 kHz
Bit Depth16-bit
Inputs2 x XLR/TRS combo
Power SupplyAC Adaptor

Summary

Introduction and Overview

Main Features

Key features of the Roland AR-100 audio recorder.

Display and PC Card Information

Details on the unit's display and the role of PC cards.

Safety Precautions

Power, Placement, and Maintenance

Guidelines for safe power usage, unit placement, and cleaning.

Additional Safety Advice

Further precautions regarding impact, liquid ingress, and repairs.

Front and Rear Panel Layout

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Identification of buttons, display, and indicators on the front panel.

Rear Panel Connectors and Switches

Identification of rear panel connectors, terminals, and mode switches.

Media Handling

Playback Time and PC Card Handling

Understanding playback durations and procedures for handling PC cards.

Basic Operation: Preparations and Setup

Initial Setup and Mode Switches

Steps for initial setup, understanding phrases, and setting mode switches.

Rack Mounting and Card Protector

Instructions for rack installation and attaching the card protector.

Basic Operation: Playback and Recording

Manual Playback Procedure

Step-by-step guide for manually playing back recorded phrases.

Recording Procedure

Instructions for connecting, setting up, and starting recording.

Mono Recording and Recording Settings

Control I/O: Input and Output Overview

Control Input and Playback Modes

Connecting external devices and using playback modes like card data.

Control Output Signals

Information on Busy Output and Control Output signals for external device control.

Direct, Binary, and Interval Playback Modes

Interval Playback and Control Output Details

Other Functions

Deleting Phrases/Cards and Formatting

Procedures for deleting data and formatting PC cards.

MIDI Operations

MIDI Receive Channel and Playback Control

Setting the MIDI receive channel and controlling playback via MIDI.

Recording MIDI Messages

Appendix: Mode Switch Settings

Mode Switch Settings and Usage

Explanation of the eight rear panel mode switches and how to configure them.

Phrase Data and AR-2000 Settings Compatibility

Error Messages and Troubleshooting

Resolving Error Codes

Guide to interpreting and resolving error messages displayed by the unit.

MIDI Implementation Chart

MIDI Transmitted and Recognized Functions

A chart detailing the MIDI messages the AR-100 can transmit and recognize.

Technical Specifications

Recording, Playback, and MIDI Specifications

Technical details on recording formats, playback methods, and MIDI capabilities.

Input/Output, Dimensions, and Weight

Specifications for inputs, outputs, connectors, physical size, and unit weight.

Control I/O Circuit Diagrams

Control Input Circuit Examples

Illustrative circuit diagrams for connecting external control inputs to the unit.

Control Output Circuit Examples

Illustrative circuit diagrams for connecting external devices to control outputs.

Service and Distributor Information

Worldwide Roland Service Network

List of Roland service centers and distributors by country for repair assistance.

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