Roland SONIC CELL Owner's manual

07-07-1N04564834

*04564834 - 01*

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

001

• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instruc-

tions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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002d

• Do not open or perform any internal modifications

on the unit or its AC adaptor. (The only exception

would be where this manual provides specific

instructions which should be followed in order to put in

place user-installable options; see p. 47, p. 50.)

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003

• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts

within it (except when this manual provides specific

instructions directing you to do so). Refer all

servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service

Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on

the “Information” page.

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004

• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct

sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating

duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or

are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration.

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005

• This unit should be used only with a BKT-S that is

recommended by Roland (p. 30).

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006

• When using the unit with the BKT-S and PDS-10

recommended by Roland, the rack or stand must

be carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain

stable. If not using a rack or stand, you still need to

make sure that any location you choose for placing

the unit provides a level surface that will properly

support the unit, and keep it from wobbling.

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008c

• Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with

the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the

installation matches the input voltage specified on

the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a

different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so

their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric

shock.

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008e

• Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the

supplied power cord must not be used with any

other device.

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009

• Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord,

nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can

damage the cord, producing severed elements and

short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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010

• This unit, either alone or in combination with an

amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be

capable of producing sound levels that could cause

permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long

period of time at a high volume level, or at a level

that is uncomfortable. If you experience any

hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should

immediately stop using the unit, and consult an

audiologist.

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011

• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material,

coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft

drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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Used for instructions intended to alert the

user to the risk of injury or material

damage should the unit be used

improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or

other adverse effects caused with

respect to the home and all its

furnishings, as well to domestic animals

or pets.

Used for instructions intended to alert the

user to the risk of death or severe injury

should the unit be used improperly.

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be

carried out. The specific thing that must be done is

indicated by the design contained within the circle. In

the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-

cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or

warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is

determined by the design contained within the triangle.

In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general

cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never

be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that

must not be done is indicated by the design contained

within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it

means that the unit must never be disassembled.

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012b

• Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC

adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by

your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or

an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the

“Information” page when:

• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the

plug has been damaged; or

• If smoke or unusual odor occurs

• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been

spilled onto the unit; or

• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise

has become wet); or

• The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance.

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013

• In households with small children, an adult should

provide supervision until the child is capable of

following all the rules essential for the safe

operation of the unit.

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014

• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

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015

• Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share

an outlet with an unreasonable number of other

devices. Be especially careful when using

extension cords—the total power used by all

devices you have connected to the extension cord’s

outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/

amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads

can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and

eventually melt through.

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016

• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult

with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service

Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as

listed on the “Information” page.

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022b

• Always turn the unit off and unplug the AC adaptor

before attempting installation of the circuit board

(model no. SRX series; p. 19).

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023

• DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional

audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a

level that could cause permanent hearing loss.

Damage to speakers or other system components

may result.

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101b

• The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so

their location or position does not interfere with

their proper ventilation.

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102c

• Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor

cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an

outlet or this unit.

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103b

• At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC

adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe

all dust and other accumulations away from its

prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the

power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused

for an extended period of time. Any accumulation

of dust between the power plug and the power

outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

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104

• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming

entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be

placed so they are out of the reach of children.

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106

• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on

the unit.

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107c

• Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet

hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an

outlet or this unit.

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108b

• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor

and all cords coming from external devices.

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109b

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and

unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 19).

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110b

• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in

your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the

outlet.

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115a

• Install only the specified circuit board(s) (model no.

SRX series). Remove only the specified screws (p.

47, p. 50).

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118c

• Keep any screws you may remove and the

included wrench in a safe place out of children’s

reach, so there is no chance of them being

swallowed accidentally.

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120

• Always turn the phantom power off when

connecting any device other than condenser micro-

phones that require phantom power. You risk

causing damage if you mistakenly supply phantom

power to dynamic microphones, audio playback

devices, or other devices that don’t require such

power. Be sure to check the specifications of any

microphone you intend to use by referring to the

manual that came with it.

(This instrument’s phantom power: 48 V DC, 10 mA Max)

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IMPORTANT NOTES

291a

In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 3–4, 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 refrigerator, washing machine,

microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a

motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical

appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit

to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not

practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a

power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical

outlet.

302

• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long

hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause

for concern.

307

• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the

power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/

or damage to speakers or other devices.

Placement

351

• Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment

containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To

alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or

move it farther away from the source of interference.

352a

• This device may interfere with radio and television

reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such

receivers.

352b

• Noise may be produced if wireless communications

devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of

this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initi-

ating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience

such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices

so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch

them off.

354a

• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near

devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed

vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes.

Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

355b

• When moved from one location to another where the

temperature and/or humidity is very different, water

droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage

or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in

this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must

allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation

has completely evaporated.

360

• Depending on the material and temperature of the surface

on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or

mar the surface.

You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet

to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make

sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.

Maintenance

401a

• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or

one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove

stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-

abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit

thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

402

• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any

kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or defor-

mation.

Repairs and Data

452

• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s

memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs.

Important data should always be backed up on an USB

memory, or written down on paper (when possible). During

repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data.

However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to

memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be

possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no

liability concerning such loss of data.

*** on a RAM card/DATA card

Additional Precautions

551

• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be

irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the

improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against

the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you

periodically save a backup copy of important data you

have stored in the unit’s memory on an USB memory.

552

• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents

of data that was stored in the unit’s memory or on an USB

memory once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes

no liability concerning such loss of data.

553

• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s

buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks

and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

554

• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

555

• A small amount of noise may be heard from the display

during normal operation.

556

• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the

connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will

avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal

elements.

558a

• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s

volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use

headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about

those around you (especially when it is late at night).

559a

• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box

(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise,

you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

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562

• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use

cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit.

The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be

extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on

cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

563

• Unauthorized duplication, reproduction, hiring, and

lending prohibited.

Handling CD-ROMs

801

• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded

surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may

not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a

commercially available CD cleaner.

Copyright

851

• Recording, duplication, distribution, sale, lease, perfor-

mance, or broadcast of copyrighted material (musical

works, visual works, broadcasts, live performances, etc.)

belonging to a third party in part or in whole without the

permission of the copyright owner is forbidden by law.

852a

• This product can be used to record or duplicate audio or

visual material without being limited by certain techno-

logical copy-protection measures. This is due to the fact that

this product is intended to be used for the purpose of

producing original music or video material, and is therefore

designed so that material that does not infringe copyrights

belonging to others (for example, your own original works)

can be recorded or duplicated freely.

853

• Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a

copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsi-

bility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-

party copyrights arising through your use of this unit.

204

* Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation.

206e

* The screen shots in this document are used in compliance

with the guidelines of the Microsoft Corporation.

206j

* Windows

®

is known officially as: “Microsoft

®

Windows

®

operating system.”

207

* Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple

Computer, Inc.

209

* Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Inc.

213

* Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

220

* All product names mentioned in this document are trade-

marks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

233

* VST is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies AG.

add

* MatrixQuest™ 2007 TEPCO UQUEST, LTD.

The SonicCell’s USB functionality uses Matrix-

Quest middleware technology from TEPCO

UQUEST, LTD.

* SONAR is a registered trademark of Twelve Tone Systems,

Inc.

* MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed

from Fraunhofer IIS Corporation and THOMSON Multi-

media Corporation.

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Contents

USING THE UNIT SAFELY........................................................................ 3

IMPORTANT NOTES............................................................................... 5

Main Features...................................................................................... 12

User Guide 13

Panel Descriptions................................................................................ 14

Top Panel ....................................................................................................... 14

Playing the Demo Songs..........................................................................................15

Rear and Front Panels..................................................................................... 16

Turning the Power On/Off ................................................................... 18

Basic Operation of the SonicCell........................................................... 20

About the display and [CURSOR/VALUE]..................................................................20

Using the SonicCell as a MIDI Sound Module......................................... 22

Playing the

SonicCell in Performance Mode ....................................................................... 22

Playing the SonicCell in Patch Mode ................................................................ 23

Modifying the Sound (editing a patch) ......................................................................24

Using the Editor and Librarian......................................................................... 27

Playing Songs (Portable Backing Machine)............................................ 28

Playback Procedure ........................................................................................ 28

Creating a Playlist........................................................................................... 30

Performing via MIDI while a Song Plays ..........................................................30

Connecting the SonicCell to Your Computer........................................... 31

Specifications of the dedicated plug-in version of the editor .........................................32

Windows XP users.........................................................................................33

Installing the Driver .................................................................................................33

Windows Settings...................................................................................................34

Installing SonicCell Editor ........................................................................................34

Windows Vista Users ...................................................................................... 35

Installing the Driver .................................................................................................35

Windows Settings...................................................................................................36

Installing SonicCell Editor ........................................................................................36

Mac OS X Users.............................................................................................. 37

Installing the Driver .................................................................................................37

Installing SonicCell Editor ........................................................................................38

Settings .................................................................................................................38

Recording a Mic or Guitar(USB/Audio Interface) ................................... 40

Connecting a Mic...................................................................................................41

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Contents

Connecting a Guitar ...............................................................................................41

Using the Line Input.................................................................................................42

Adjusting the Input Volume ......................................................................................42

Input Effect Settings......................................................................................... 43

Installing the Wave Expansion Board.................................................... 46

Cautions When Installing an Wave Expansion Board........................................ 46

How to Install a Wave Expansion Board .......................................................... 47

Checking the Installed Wave Expansion Boards ...............................................48

Installation de la carte d’extension Wave

(French language for Canadian Safety Standard) .................................. 49

Precautions a prendre lors de l’installation d’une carte d’expansion Wave........49

Installation d’une carte d’expansion Wave ...................................................... 50

Verification des cartes d’extension audio apres installation .............................. 51

MIDI Sound Module 53

Overview ............................................................................................ 54

Performance Mode and Patch Mode ................................................................ 54

How a Performance is structured ..............................................................................54

How a Patch is structured ........................................................................................54

How a Rhythm Set is structured.................................................................................55

Calculating the Number of Voices Being Used ...........................................................55

About the Effects............................................................................................. 56

Effects in Performance Mode....................................................................................56

Effects in Patch Mode..............................................................................................56

About Memory ............................................................................................... 57

Temporary Memory ................................................................................................57

Rewritable Memory.................................................................................................57

Non-Rewritable memory ..........................................................................................57

Using the SonicCell in Performance Mode ............................................. 58

Viewing the MIDI INST (MIDI sound module) screen..........................................58

Viewing the menu screen (Performance Menu screen).......................................59

Switching the sound mode (Sound Mode screen) .............................................. 60

Specifying the recommended performance tempo

(Performance General screen).......................................................................... 60

MIDI-related settings (Perform MIDI Filter screen).............................................. 60

Viewing the part settings (Part View screen)..................................................... 62

If the patch type is Patch..........................................................................................62

If the patch type is Rhythm Set..................................................................................64

Selecting patches from a patch list by category (Patch List (Ctg) screen).........................65

Selecting patches from a patch list by group (Patch List (Grp) screen)............................66

Selecting a rhythm set from a list (Rhythm Set List screen) .............................................67

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Contents

Editing parts (Part Edit screen) .........................................................................68

Scale Tune settings (Scale Tune screen) .....................................................................72

Sound Control Initialize ...................................................................................73

Performance Initialize ..................................................................................... 73

Performance Write..........................................................................................73

Editing effects .................................................................................................75

Selecting the item to edit (Effect Routing screen)..........................................................77

Editing the multi-effects related settings (MFX1–3/MFX1–3 Output screens)....................78

Chorus-related settings (Chorus/Chorus Output screen) ...............................................78

Reverb-related settings (Reverb/Reverb Output screen) ................................................79

Changing how the multi-effects are combined (MFX Structure screen) ............................80

Selecting how effects will operate (Effect Source screen)..............................................80

Using MIDI to control the multi-effects (MFX1–3 Control screens)...................................81

Using the SonicCell in Patch Mode ........................................................ 82

Viewing the Patch Play screen......................................................................... 82

If the patch type is Patch..........................................................................................82

If the patch type is Rhythm Set..................................................................................83

Viewing the menu screen (Patch Menu screen) .................................................84

Switching the sound mode (Sound Mode screen) .............................................. 84

Selecting patches from a patch list................................................................... 85

Selecting patches from a patch list by category (Patch List (Ctg) screen).........................85

Selecting patches from a patch list by group (Patch List (Grp) screen)............................86

Selecting a rhythm set from a list (Rhythm Set List screen) .............................................87

Editing patches (Patch Edit screen) ...................................................................88

Overall settings for the entire patch (Patch General screen)..........................................90

Selecting how tones are combined (Patch Structure screen)..........................................93

Settings for matrix control (Patch Mtrx Ctrl1–4 screens) ...............................................95

Waveform-related settings (Patch WG/Patch Pitch Env screen).....................................98

TVF settings (Patch TVF/Patch TVF Env screen)..........................................................102

TVA settings (Patch TVA/Patch TVA Env screen) .......................................................105

Patch/Tone output-related settings (Patch Output screen)............................................108

LFO settings (Patch LFO1, 2/Patch Step LFO screen).................................................109

Specifies how the tones will be heard (Patch TMT screen) ..........................................112

Controller-related settings (Patch Ctrl screen) ............................................................114

Tone Copy....................................................................................................115

Patch Initialize ..............................................................................................115

Patch Write ..................................................................................................116

Editing rhythm sets (Rhythm Edit screen) ........................................................117

Edits overall settings for the entire rhythm set (Rhythm General screen) ........................118

Waveform-related settings (Rhythm Wave screen).....................................................120

Specifying how a rhythm tone will be heard (Rhythm WMT screen) ............................122

Pitch-related rhythm tone settings (Rhythm Pitch/Rhythm Pch Env screen) ......................122

TVF settings (Rhythm TVF/Rhythm TVF Env screen).....................................................124

TVA settings (Rhythm TVA/Rhythm TVA Env screen) ..................................................127

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Contents

Output-related settings for the rhythm set and rhythm tones (Rhythm Output screen).......129

Rhythm Tone Copy........................................................................................ 130

Rhythm Tone Initialize................................................................................... 130

Rhythm Set Initialize .....................................................................................130

Rhythm Set Write.......................................................................................... 131

Editing the effects (Patch/Rhythm Set) ............................................................ 132

Selecting the item to edit (Effect Routing screen)........................................................134

Multi-effect settings (MFX/MFX Output screen)..........................................................134

Chorus settings (Chorus/Chorus Output screens) ......................................................135

Reverb settings (Reverb/Reverb Output screens) .......................................................136

Controlling the multi-effects via MIDI (MFX Control screen).........................................137

Audio Connections 139

Using the SonicCell with your computer (USB AUDIO).......................... 140

Basic operation............................................................................................. 140

Accessing the Menu screen............................................................................ 141

Inputting sound from an external device (INPUT)................................. 142

Basic operation............................................................................................. 142

Accessing the Menu screen............................................................................ 143

Input/output and effect settings (In/Out Routing)................................. 144

Selecting the item to edit (In/Out Routing screen) ...........................................147

Input effect settings (Input Effect/Input FX Output screen)................................147

Selecting the signal sent to your computer (To Computer screen) ..................... 148

Specifies how MFX3 will be used (MFX3 Location screen) ...............................149

Saving the MFX3 settings.......................................................................................149

System Write................................................................................................ 150

Using the plug-in version of SonicCell Editor

151

SONAR LE ......................................................................................... 152

SONAR 6.2 ....................................................................................... 157

Cubase 4........................................................................................... 160

Logic Pro 7.2 ..................................................................................... 163

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Contents

SMF/Audio File Player 167

Playing back songs............................................................................ 168

SMF/audio files that can be played ...............................................................168

Song playback .............................................................................................168

Selecting and playing a song from within a playlist ..................................................171

Playlist Write ................................................................................................173

Changing the song order ..............................................................................173

Deleting a song from the playlist ...................................................................173

Other Settings 175

System Settings.................................................................................. 176

General settings (System screen).................................................................... 176

Patch Scale Tune settings............................................................................... 178

Settings for the Preview function (System Preview screen) ...............................179

Settings for Control-related functions (System Control screen).......................... 179

MIDI-related settings (System MIDI screen) ..................................................... 180

Viewing information about SonicCell

(System SRX Info/System Version Info screens) ..............................................180

Editing the mastering effect (Mastering Effect screen) ...................................... 181

Utility functions.................................................................................. 182

Backing up user data (User Backup) .............................................................. 182

Restoring backed-up data into the SonicCell (User Restore) .............................182

Returning to the factory settings (Factory Reset)..............................................183

Initializing USB memory (USB Memory Format) .............................................. 183

Adjusting the overall tone of the audio output (Master Equalizer)......... 184

Appendices 185

Troubleshooting............................................................................................186

Error Messages............................................................................................. 191

Effects List..................................................................................................... 192

Performance List ........................................................................................... 222

Patch List ......................................................................................................223

Rhythm Set List ............................................................................................. 233

Waveform List ..............................................................................................242

MIDI Implementation.....................................................................................246

Specifications................................................................................................ 278

Index ........................................................................................................... 279

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Main Features

Superior Desktop Synthesizer

• 128-voice sound module with new sound set featuring true-to-life instruments

• Two SRX sound expansion slots for sound set personalization

USB Audio/MIDI Interface

• USB audio interface functionality w/MIC and GUITAR (Hi-Z) inputs

• Record using the professional on-board DSP effects

• PC/Mac VSTi/AU Editor and Cakewalk SONAR LE software included

Portable Backing Machine

• SMF, WAV, AIFF and MP3 playback capability via optional USB-

memory is perfect for the gig

• Build playlists of any file-type combination using the playlist editor

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User Guide

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USER‘S GUIDE

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Panel Descriptions

fig.kakubu-topPanel.eps

Top Panel

Display

Various information is shown

here according to your operations.

USB MEMORY ACCESS Indicator

This will light when you’re playing song data from

USB memory that's connected to the SonicCell,

or when you're saving data to USB memory.

MIDI MESSAGE Indicator

MIDI

This will light when MIDI messages are being received

from a MIDI device connected to the MIDI IN connector.

USB

This will light when MIDI messages are being received

from the connected computer.

EXIT Button

Press this button to cancel

an operation.

MENU Button

You can press this button to switch to a menu

screen for the current mode or editing screen.

• The menu screen of each main mode

→ p. 59, p. 68, p. 76, p. 84, p. 88, p. 117, p. 133,

p. 141, p. 143, p. 146, p. 169, p. 171, p. 181

SMF/AUDIO PLAYER Buttons

Press these buttons when you’re using

the SonicCell as an SMF/audio player.

• Playing a song → p. 28, p. 168

• Creating a playlist → p. 30

(Play/Pause) Button

Plays/pauses the song data.

SRX Slot

You can install SRX series wave

expansion boards here.

•

Installation

→

p. 46

•

Selecting a wave

→

p. 98

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■ USER`S GUIDE

■

Playing the Demo Songs

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Press [SMF/AUDIO PLAYER].

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Press [ ].

Playback will start from the ﬁrst song.

* If USB memory containing song ﬁle is connected, select [Demo Songs] in the playlist list screen. For details on

playing from a playlist, refer to p. 28.

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violation of applicable laws.

982

* No data for the music that is played will be output from MIDI OUT.

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CURSOR/VALUE Dial

Use this to move the cursor, select

a parameter, or edit a value.

Press the dial to confirm the value.

• How to use [CURSOR/VALUE] → p. 20

EFFECTS Button

Press this button when you want to make effect-related settings.

• Applying effects to a performance → p. 78

• Applying effects to a patch → p. 26, p. 132

• Applying effects to the signal from the Input jack → p. 43

PART VIEW Button

If the MIDI sound module is in Performance

mode (p. 54), press this button when you

want to make settings for each part.

By pressing this button together with

the [MIDI INST] button, you can switch

between Performance mode and Patch mode.

INPUT Button

Press this button when you want to

apply an effect to the signal from a

device connected to the INPUT jack,

or to make output-related settings.

• Recording a mic or guitar → p. 40

• Inputting sound from an external

device → p.142

USB AUDIO Button

Press this button when you

want to apply an effect to the

audio signal from the connected

computer, or to make

output-related settings.

• USB AUDIO → p. 140

MIDI INST Button

Press this button when you

want to use the SonicCell as

a MIDI sound module.

• MIDI connections → p. 22, p. 54

• Performance → p. 22, p. 58

• Patch → p. 23, p. 82

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2

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USER‘S GUIDE

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fig.kakubu-rearPanel.eps

Rear and Front Panels

Rear Panel

Front Panel

USB COMPUTER Connector

Use a USB cable to connect your computer here.

This connection can handle both MIDI and audio.

• Using the SonicCell with your computer

→ p.31, p.135

USB MEMORY Connector

You can connect USB memory here and

use the SonicCell to play back files (songs)

that have been stored on USB memory.

• Playing back songs → p.28, p.167

DC IN Jack

Connect the included AC adaptor

here (p. 18). Do not use any AC

adaptor other than the included

one; doing so may cause

malfunctions.

POWER Switch

Turns the power on/off

(p. 18).

MIDI IN/OUT Connectors

You can connect these to other MIDI

equipment to send and receive MIDI

messages.

• Using the SonicCell as a MIDI

sound module → p. 22, p. 54

Security Slot

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SAMPLING RATE Switch

This specifies the sampling rate used to record or play back audio data.

After changing this setting, you’ll need to turn the SonicCell’s power off,

then on again. If you’re using software, you’ll also need to restart your software.

Be sure to set the [SAMPLING RATE] switch to match the sampling rate setting of

the software you’re using.

MASTER VOLUME Dial

This adjusts the volume of the

signals output from the PHONES

jack and OUTPUT jacks (p. 19).

PHONES Jack

This is a stereo mini-type jack for connecting headphones.

This jack will output the sound received from the INPUT jack

mixed with the sound from the USB-connected computer and

the sound from the SonicCell itself.

Connecting headphones will not mute the sound from the OUTPUT jack.

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■ USER`S GUIDE

INPUT LEVEL Knob

Adjusts the input level of the

signal received at INPUT.

• Adjusting the input level → p. 42

L/GUITAR/MIC Jack (combo input jack)

You can connect either a mic, guitar, or line equipment here.

This instrument is equipped with balanced (XLR/TRS) type

jacks. Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below.

Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams

of other equipment you intend to connect.

INPUT SOURCE Switch

Set this as appropriate for the device you’ve

connected to the LINE (L) jack.

If you’ve connected your source to the LINE (R)

jack, you must set this switch to LINE (L).

LINE (L):

Connect a line-level device such as an audio

device (e.g., CD player) or keyboard.

GUITAR (Hi-Z):

Connect an electric guitar that’s not being

sent through an effects processor

(high-impedance connection).

MIC:

Connect a mic.

• Recording a mic or guitar → p. 40, 142

LINE (R) Jack

When using LINE (L) and LINE (R) for stereo input,

input the signal for the R channel here.

* If you’re inputting in mono, connect it to the

LINE (L) jack.

You can’t use this jack if the INPUT gain select

switch is not at the LINE (L) position.

• Recording a mic or guitar → p. 40, 142

OUTPUT Jacks (R, L/MONO)

These jacks output the audio signal.

If you’re outputting in mono, connect to the

L/MONO jack.

These jacks output the combined signals of the

sound received from INPUT, the sound from the

USB-connected computer, and the sound from

the SonicCell itself.

INPUT/OUTPUT Jacks

These jacks input or output audio signals.

Switch

LINE

GUITAR

Dynamic

MIC

Condenser

Plug/connector accepted

1/4“ phone plug (unbalanced)

(High impedance supported)

1/4“ phone plug (balanced or unbalanced),

XLR connector

* Switch OFF “Phantom Power“ in the INPUT screen.

XLR connector (48 V phantom power supported)

Connecting a phantom-powered condenser mic

→In the INPUT screen, turn “Phantom Power” on (p.142)

Nominal input level

-30 – -10 dBu

-50 – -30 dBu

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Turning the Power On/Off

■

Connecting the AC Adaptor

Make sure that the [POWER] switch is off.

Connect the included power cord to the included AC adaptor.

Connect the AC adaptor to the SonicCell’s DC IN connector, and plug the power cord into an AC

outlet.

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fig.AC-setchi.eps

* Depending on the circumstances of a particular

setup, you may experience a discomforting sensa-

tion, or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the

touch when you touch this device, microphones

connected to it, or the metal portions of other

objects, such as guitars. This is due to an inﬁnitesi-

mal electrical charge, which is absolutely harm-

less. However, if you are concerned about this,

connect the ground terminal (see ﬁgure) with an

external ground. When the unit is grounded, a

slight hum may occur, depending on the particu-

lars of your installation. If you are unsure of the

connection method, contact the nearest Roland

Service Center, or an authorized Roland distribu-

tor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Unsuitable places for connection

• Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)

• Gas pipes (may result in ﬁre or explosion)

• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the event of lightning)

* When turning the unit upside-down, get a bunch of newspapers or magazines, and place them under

the four corners or at both ends to prevent damage to the buttons and controls. Also, you should try to

orient the unit so no buttons or controls get damaged.

* When turning the unit upside-down, handle with care to avoid dropping it, or allowing it to fall or tip

over.

1

2

3

DC IN

Place the AC adaptor so that its lamp light is on the top side.

(it lights up when connected to an AC outlet)

AC Adaptor

(PSB-1U)

AC Outlet

Power Cord

Lamp

Ground

Terminal

SonicCell Bottom Panel

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Turning the Power On/Off

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■ USER`S GUIDE

■

Turning the Power On

fig.PowerOn.eps

Minimize the volume of the SonicCell and of your con-

nected audio equipment.

Turn on the [POWER] switch.

* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval

(a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will

operate normally.

Use the [MASTER VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume.

■

Turning the Power Off

Minimize the volume of the SonicCell and of your connected audio equipment.

Turn off the power of your connected audio equipment.

Turn off the [POWER] switch.

The indications in the display will disappear, and the power will turn off.

NOTE

Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your various devices in the order

specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or dam-

age to speakers and other devices.

MASTER VOLUME Knob

POWER Switch

Rear Panel

Front Panel

1

2

3

1

2

3

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USER‘S GUIDE

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Basic Operation of the SonicCell

We’ll explain this using the Performance mode Part View screen as an example.

fig.display-sample.eps.

Accessing the Part View Screen

After turning the power on, make sure that [MIDI

INST] is lit, then press [PART VIEW].

Moving the Cursor

The cursor will move when you turn [CURSOR/VALUE].

cursor.eps

Moving Between Screens

fig.dispCursor3.eps

Turn [CURSOR/VALUE] to move the cursor to [PATCH].

fig.cursor-push-eps

Press [CURSOR/VALUE].

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The Patch Edit screen will appear.

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Press [EXIT].

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You’ll return to the Part View screen.

About the display and [CURSOR/VALUE]

Cursor

the Name of

the display

1

Turn

Cursor

1

Press

2

Press

3

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