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Roland SonicCell User Manual

Roland SonicCell
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07-08-2N04564834

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Roland SonicCell Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSound Module
Polyphony128 voices
Power SupplyAC adapter
InputsINPUT jacks (L, R) (1/4 inch phone type)
OutputsOUTPUT jacks (L, R) (1/4 inch phone type)
MIDIIn, Out, Thru
USBUSB 2.0
DisplayLCD
Expansion Slots1

Summary

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for operating the unit, including electrical safety, environmental considerations, and handling.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply and Placement

Guidelines for safe power connection and optimal unit placement to prevent issues.

Maintenance, Repairs, and Data Handling

Procedures for cleaning, servicing, and managing data to ensure unit longevity and data safety.

Additional Precautions

General advice for safe and proper operation, including handling controls and display.

Main Features

Superior Desktop Synthesizer

Highlights the 128-voice sound module and SRX expansion slots for enhanced sound personalization.

USB Audio/MIDI Interface

Details the USB audio interface, mic/guitar inputs, DSP effects, and included software.

Portable Backing Machine

Describes SMF, WAV, AIFF, MP3 playback via USB memory and playlist creation.

User Guide

Panel Descriptions

Detailed explanation of the unit's top panel controls and indicators.

Playing the Demo Songs

Instructions on how to play the pre-installed demo songs.

Rear and Front Panels

Overview of all connectors and controls on the rear and front panels of the unit.

Turning the Power On/Off

Step-by-step guide for connecting the AC adaptor and turning the unit's power on and off.

Basic Operation of the SonicCell

Introduction to basic SonicCell operations, including display and cursor/value dial usage.

About the display and [CURSOR/VALUE]

Explanation of how to navigate the display and use the CURSOR/VALUE dial for editing.

Using the SonicCell as a MIDI Sound Module

Guide to using the SonicCell as a MIDI sound module in Performance or Patch mode.

Modifying the Sound (editing a patch)

Detailed steps for editing patch parameters like Amp Envelope and Filter settings.

Using the Editor and Librarian

Information on connecting and utilizing the dedicated editor and librarian software.

Playing Songs (Portable Backing Machine)

Details on supported file formats and playback procedures for songs and backing tracks.

Creating a Playlist

Instructions on using the SonicCell Playlist Editor to organize songs for playback.

Performing via MIDI while a Song Plays

Details on connecting MIDI keyboard and setting up for MIDI performance with backing tracks.

Connecting the SonicCell to Your Computer

Guides for connecting the SonicCell to a computer for audio and MIDI interface functionality.

Installation Procedure

Guides for installing drivers and software on Windows XP, Vista, Mac OS X, and includes SONAR LE setup.

Windows XP Driver Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the Roland SonicCell Driver on Windows XP.

Windows Vista Driver Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the Roland SonicCell Driver on Windows Vista.

Windows Settings and Editor Installation

Configuration steps for Windows Media Player and installing SonicCell Editor.

Mac OS X Driver and Editor Installation

Steps for installing the SonicCellUSBDriver.pkg and SonicCell Editor on Mac OS X.

Recording a Mic or Guitar (USB/Audio Interface)

Instructions for connecting and recording audio sources like microphones and guitars via the USB interface.

Input/output and effect settings (In/Out Routing)

Configuration of audio signal routing and effects processing for inputs and outputs.

System Write

Procedure for saving current system settings to the unit.

Using the plug-in version of SonicCell Editor

Guide to using the SonicCell Editor as a plug-in module within VSTi or AU compatible host applications.

SONAR LE

Instructions for installing and configuring SONAR LE, including driver setup and plug-in registration.

SONAR 6.2

Instructions for installing and configuring SONAR 6.2, including driver setup and plug-in registration.

Cubase 4

Instructions for installing and configuring Cubase 4, including driver setup and plug-in registration.

Logic Pro 7.2

Instructions for installing and configuring Logic Pro 7.2, including driver setup and plug-in registration.

SMF/Audio File Player

Functionality for playing back Standard MIDI Files (SMF) and audio files via USB memory.

Other Settings

Configuration options for various settings not covered in main sections.

System Settings

Configuration options for system-wide functions like tuning, MIDI reception, and screen saver.

Adjusting the overall tone of the audio output (Master Equalizer)

How to make final adjustments to the overall audio output tone using the Master EQ.

Appendices

Supplementary sections including troubleshooting, effects lists, and MIDI implementation details.

Troubleshooting

Guidance for resolving common issues related to the unit, MIDI, USB, and song playback.

Effects List

Detailed descriptions and parameters for all available multi-effects, chorus, reverb, and delay types.

MIDI Implementation

Comprehensive details on MIDI messages, system exclusive messages, and parameter mappings.

Specifications

Technical specifications of the SonicCell, including sound generator, audio interface, and connector details.

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