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Roland V-Mixer M-400 User Manual

Roland V-Mixer M-400
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Live Mixing Console
M-400
Multi Channel Digital Audio Transfer System
Digital Audio Transfer & Mixing System
The cornerstone of Roland's Audio and Visual Solution
48 channels / 18 buses / 56-bit processing
www.rolandsystemsgroup.net
Copyright 2007 Roland Corporation. All rights reserved.
All specifications and appearances are subject to change without notice.
Oct. 2007 RAM-7009 GEN
Cover.qxd 07.10.2 5:24 PM Page 1
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Roland V-Mixer M-400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDigital Mixer
Channels40
Busses8
Sampling Rate48 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
EQ4-band parametric
EffectsBuilt-in effects
Digital I/OAES/EBU
Analog Inputs16
Inputs16 inputs
DisplayColor LCD (800 x 600 dots)

Summary

Roland V-Mixing System Introduction

REAC Cable for Audio Transfer

Highlights the use of a simple Cat5e REAC cable for stage-to-console audio transfer.

Roland's Digital Audio Innovation

Showcases Roland's history of innovation in digital audio systems like the VS and VM series.

M-400 V-Mixer Key Features

Lists primary specifications: 48 channels, 18 buses, 56-bit processing, motorized faders, USB recording.

REAC Digital Transfer Benefits

Superior Sound Quality

Explains REAC's digital audio integrity, minimizing losses compared to analog cabling.

User-Friendly Operation

Details the M-400's intuitive interface, faders, screen, and recall functions.

Simplified Installation

Focuses on the simplicity of Cat5e connections and plug-and-play system setup.

Advanced Application Support

Covers options like S-OPT, V-LINK, and PC recording with SONAR for extended functionality.

System Configuration Examples

Illustrates Standard, Basic, and Expanded system setups using REAC technology.

M-400 Mixer Controls and Connectivity

Color Display and Channel Editing

Details the color TFT display and channel controls for Preamp, Gate, EQ, Comp, Pan, Aux Sends.

Motorized Faders and Metering

Describes touch-sensitive motorized faders and LED meters for signal level indication.

Rear Panel I/O Ports

Lists various input/output jacks including MIDI, Digital Out, Stereo In, Talkback, and USB.

USB Memory Recorder and Player

Covers stereo recording/playback of WAV files and management of scenes/passwords via USB.

System Utility and Scene Memory

Details Scene Memory, User setup, Talkback, Oscillator, and Monitor controls.

Internal and Insert Effects

Explains the 4 stereo/8 dual mono internal effects and the 8 XLR insert points.

M-400 Interface Displays and Settings

Channel Edit and Library Screens

Details graphical displays for Gate, EQ, Comp, Limiter, Aux Sends, and associated libraries.

System & Utility Configuration Screens

Explains Patchbay, System, User, and Mute Group setup screens for routing and management.

Meter and Layer Overview Displays

Covers meter displays for signal levels and layer views for parameter editing.

Effect Editing and FX Libraries

Details editing capabilities for internal effects, FX libraries, and GEQ setup.

System Expansion and Integration

External Device Connectivity

Details using external insert effects, additional console inputs via RCA, and USB memory for audio.

PC Recording and Remote Control

Explains direct PC connection for multi-track recording and remote control via USB.

Audio-Visual System Sync

Covers V-LINK integration with video mixers for automated audio-video synchronization.

Digital Snake Stage Units

S-1608 Digital Snake Features

Standard 16-input, 8-output unit with analog I/O, REAC terminals, and signal indicators.

S-4000S-3208 Snake Features

32-input, 8-output unit for applications requiring more physical inputs, with analog I/O and REAC.

S-0816 Digital Snake Features

8-input, 16-output unit for expanding output channels, with REAC and digital outputs.

Snake Expansion Options

Details optional components like the S-OPT optical converter and S-4000-SP REAC splitter.

Technical Specifications and Diagrams

M-400 Mixer Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the M-400 mixer, including latency, I/O, power, and dimensions.

S-1608 Digital Snake Specs

Technical details for the S-1608 unit, covering inputs, outputs, sample rate, latency, and connectors.

Unit Dimensions and Block Diagram

Provides physical dimensions for the M-400 and S-1608, along with a system block diagram.

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