Roland RG-100 Owner's manual

Information

When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor

in your country as shown below.

As of May 1, 2004 (EDIROL-2)

ASIA

TAIWAN

ROLAND TAIWAN

ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.

Room 5, 9fl. No. 112 Chung Shan

N.Road Sec.2, Taipei, TAIWAN,

R.O.C.

TEL: (02) 2561 3339

BRAZIL

Roland Brasil Ltda

Rua San Jose, 780 Sala B

Parque Industrial San Jose

Cotia - Sao Paulo - SP, BRAZIL

TEL: (011) 4615 5666

CENTRAL/LATIN

AMERICA

DENMARK

Roland Scandinavia A/S

Nordhavnsvej 7, Postbox 880,

DK-2100 Copenhagen

DENMARK

TEL: 3916 6200

FRANCE

Roland France SA

4, Rue Paul Henri SPAAK,

Parc de l'Esplanade, F 77 462 St.

Thibault, Lagny Cedex FRANCE

TEL: 01 600 73 500

FINLAND

Roland Scandinavia As,

Filial Finland

Elannontie 5

FIN-01510 Vantaa, FINLAND

TEL: (0)9 68 24 020

GERMANY

Roland Elektronische

Musikinstrumente HmbH.

Oststrasse 96, 22844 Norderstedt,

GERMANY

TEL: (040) 52 60090

AUSTRIA

Roland Elektronische

Musikinstrumente HmbH.

Austrian Office

Eduard-Bodem-Gasse 8,

A-6020 Innsbruck, AUSTRIA

TEL: (0512) 26 44 260

BELGIUM/HOLLAND/

LUXEMBOURG

Roland Benelux N. V.

Houtstraat 3, B-2260, Oevel

(Westerlo) BELGIUM

TEL: (014) 575811

EUROPE

HUNGARY

Roland East Europe Ltd.

Warehouse Area ‘DEPO’ Pf.83

H-2046 Torokbalint, HUNGARY

TEL: (23) 511011

ITALY

Roland Italy S. p. A.

Viale delle Industrie 8,

20020 Arese, Milano, ITALY

TEL: (02) 937-78300

NORWAY

Roland Scandinavia Avd.

Kontor Norge

Lilleakerveien 2 Postboks 95

Lilleaker N-0216 Oslo

NORWAY

TEL: 2273 0074

PORTUGAL

Tecnologias Musica e Audio,

Roland Portugal, S.A.

Cais Das Pedras, 8/9-1 Dto

4050-465 PORTO

PORTUGAL

TEL: (022) 608 00 60

POLAND

MX MUSIC SP.Z.O.O.

UL. Gibraltarska 4.

PL-03664 Warszawa POLAND

TEL: (022) 679 44 19

GREECE

STOLLAS S.A.

Music Sound Light

155, New National Road

Patras 26442, GREECE

TEL: 2610 435400

RUSSIA

MuTek

3-Bogatyrskaya Str. 1.k.l

107 564 Moscow, RUSSIA

TEL: (095) 169 5043

SPAIN

Roland Electronics

de España, S. A.

Calle Bolivia 239, 08020

Barcelona, SPAIN

TEL: (93) 308 1000

SWITZERLAND

Roland (Switzerland) AG

Landstrasse 5, Postfach,

CH-4452 Itingen,

SWITZERLAND

TEL: (061) 927-8383

SWEDEN

Roland Scandinavia A/S

SWEDISH SALES OFFICE

Danvik Center 28, 2 tr.

S-131 30 Nacka SWEDEN

TEL: (0)8 702 00 20

UKRAINE

TIC-TAC

Mira Str. 19/108

P.O. Box 180

295400 Munkachevo, UKRAINE

TEL: (03131) 414-40

UNITED KINGDOM

Roland (U.K.) Ltd.

Atlantic Close, Swansea

Enterprise Park, SWANSEA

SA7 9FJ,

UNITED KINGDOM

TEL: (01792) 702701

ROMANIA

FBS LINES

Piata Libertatii 1,

535500 Gheorgheni, ROMANIA

TEL: (266) 364 609

U. S. A. / CANADA

EDIROL Corporation North

America

425 Sequoia Drive, Suite 114

Bellingham, WA 98226

U. S. A.

TEL: (360) 594-4276

FAX: (360) 594-4271

http://www.edirol.com/

EUROPE

EDIROL (Europe) Ltd.

Studio 3.4 114 Power Road

London W4 5PY

U. K.

TEL: +44 (0)20 8747 5949

FAX:+44 (0)20 8747 5948

http://www.edirol.com/europe

Deutschland

TEL: 0700 33 47 65 20

France

TEL: 0810 000 371

Italia

TEL: 02 93778329

AUSTRALIA

Roland Corporation

Australia Pty., Ltd.

38 Campbell Avenue

Dee Why West. NSW 2099

AUSTRALIA

TEL: (02) 9982 8266

AUSTRALIA

IRELAND

Roland Ireland

G2 Calmount Park, Calmount

Avenue, Dublin 12

Republic of IRELAND

TEL: (01) 4294444

CZECH REP.

K-AUDIO

Kardasovska 626.

CZ-198 00 Praha 9,

CZECH REP.

TEL: (2) 666 10529

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS” (p.2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 3 – 4), and “IMPORTANT NOTES”

(p. 5 – 7). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation

of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of

every feature provided by your new unit, The manual should be read in its entirety. The

manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

Owner’s Manual

03672823 ’04-8-1KS

Owner’s Manual

To resize thickness, move all items on the front cover

and center registration marks to left or right

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an

equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the

presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the

product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to

constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is

intended to alert the user to the presence of important

operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

literature accompanying the product.

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with

one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two

blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the

third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug

does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for

replacement of the obsolete outlet.

WARNING:

IMPORTANT:

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying

the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the

letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.

GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE

For the U.K.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the

point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,

or table specified by the manufacturer, or

sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,

use caution when moving the cart/apparatus

combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when

unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing

is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any

way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid

has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,

the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does

not operate normally, or has been dropped.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

2

To resize thickness, move all items on the front cover

and center registration marks to left or right.

This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC.

For EU Countries

Apparatus containing

Lithium batteries

ADVARSEL!

Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved

fejlagtig håndtering.

Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af

samme fabrikat og type.

Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til

leverandøren.

VARNING

Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte.

Använd samma batterityp eller en

ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av

apparattillverkaren.

Kassera använt batteri enligt

fabrikantens instruktion.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or

equivalent type recommended by the

manufacturer.

Discard used batteries according to the

manufacturer’s instructions.

ADVARSEL

Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av

batteri.

Benytt samme batteritype eller en

tilsvarende type anbefalt av

apparatfabrikanten.

Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til

fabrikantens instruks joner.

VAROITUS

Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on

virheellisesti asennettu.

Vaihda paristo ainoastaan

laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan

tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo

valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

NOTICE

AVIS

For the USA

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential

installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee

that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.

This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.

For Canada

For the USA

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Compliance Information Statement

Model Name :

Type of Equipment :

Responsible Party :

Address :

Telephone :

RG-100

REALTIME GRAPHICS PRESENTER

USB Audio Interface

Edirol Corporation North America

425 Sequoia Drive, Suite 114, Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 594-4276

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

001

• Before using this unit, make sure to read the

instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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002a

• Do not open or perform any internal modifica-

tions on the unit.

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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 rack that is

recommended by Roland.

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006

• When using the unit with a rack or stand recom-

mended 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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008a

• The unit should be connected to a power supply

only of the type described in the operating

instructions, or as marked on the rear side of unit.

..........................................................................................................

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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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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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.

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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026

• Do not put anything that contains water (e.g.,

flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of

insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray

cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any

liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft

cloth.

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101a

• The unit should be located so that its location or

position does not interfere with its proper venti-

lation.

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102b

• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply

cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an

outlet or this unit.

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103a

• At regular intervals, you should unplug the

power plug 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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107b

• Never handle the power cord or its plugs with

wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging

from, an outlet or this unit.

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108a

• Before moving the unit, disconnect the power

plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from

external devices.

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109a

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and

unplug the power cord from the outlet (p. 26).

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110a

• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning

in your area, pull the plug on the power cord out

of the outlet.

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118b

• Keep the included rubber feet, card slot cover,

and screws in a safe place out of children's reach,

so there is no chance of them being swallowed

accidentally.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

291b

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT

SAFELY” on pages 2 – 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.

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.

308

• Although the LEDs are switched off when the POWER

switch is switched off, this does not mean that the unit has

been completely disconnected from the source of power. If

you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off

the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the

power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you

choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one

that is within easy reach.

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 inter-

ference.

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.

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.

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

deformation.

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 a DATA

card, 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.

Memory Backup

501a

•A battery inside the unit powers the internal clock. Once

this battery gets weak, the clock is reset when the unit

turns off. The estimated life expectancy of a battery is

about five years. (The life of a battery changes depending

on the condition.)

When it is time to change the battery, consult with your

retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an autho-

rized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information”

page.

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 a DATA card.

552

• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents

of data that was stored on a storage device (e.g., hard disk

or DATA card) 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.

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.

557

•A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during

normal operation.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

558b

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

volume at reasonable levels (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.

562

• Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using

some other make of connection cable, please note the

following precautions.

• 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 infor-

mation on cable specifications, contact the manufac-

turer of the cable.

564

• You must read the “license agreement.”

• Unauthorized recording, distribution, sale, lending, public

performance, broadcasting, or the like, in whole or in part,

of a work (musical composition, video, broadcast, public

performance, or the like) whose copyright is held by a

third party is prohibited by law.

000

• The sample files are copyrighted by ROLAND CORPO-

RATION.

Before Using Cards

Using DATA Cards

704

• Carefully insert the DATA card all the way in—until it is

firmly in place.

fig.M512-Insert

705

• Never touch the terminals of the DATA card. Also, avoid

getting the terminals dirty.

707

• We recommend the use of a separately available Roland

CompactFlash card (PM-128-CF, 128 MB) with this unit.

Roland assumes no liability for operation of other cards

708

• CompactFlash cards are constructed using precision

components; handle the cards carefully, paying particular

note to the following.

• To prevent damage to the cards from static electricity,

be sure to discharge any static electricity from your

own body before handling the cards.

• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with

the contact portion of the cards.

• Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or

vibration.

• Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles,

or other such locations (storage temperature: -25 to 85˚

C).

• Do not allow cards to become wet.

• Do not disassemble or modify the cards.

CompactFlash™

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IMPORTANT NOTES

Handling Hard Disks

Important Performance and Image

Data

811

• Once a hard disk fails to function normally, all data that

has been stored on it could be destroyed.

All hard disks eventually wear out.

We recommend that

you consider the hard disk not as a permanent storage

site, but as a place to store data temporarily. We also

recommend that you back up important performance and

image data that cannot be recorded again onto the

external media that is supported by your device. For

instructions on how to make such backups, refer to the

owner’s manual for your device.

Note that Roland assumes no liability whatsoever,

including monetary compensation, for the loss of any

recorded content in the event of the malfunction of, or

physical damage to the hard disk, or for any direct or

incidental damages resulting from the loss of such data.

Precautions Regarding Setup and Use

812

• Certain hard disk setup procedures and usage conditions

may result in the corruption of recorded data, malfunc-

tioning, or physical damage to the disk, so be sure to

observe the following precautions.

• Do not subject the hard disk to vibration or shock,

especially while the unit is in operation.

• Do not set up the unit in any location where it may be

affected by vibration from external sources, or on any

surface that is not stable and level.

• If the device includes a cooling fan, ensure that the fan

air vents remain unobstructed.

• Do not leave the unit in any environment subject to

temperature extremes; for example, in a closed

automobile in summer or outdoors during winter.

• Do not use the unit in conditions of high temperature

and humidity or in any location subject to rapid

temperature changes.

• Do not unplug the power cord or switch off any circuit

breakers in the circuit to which the unit is connected

while the power is turned on.

• Do not move the unit while the power is turned on or

immediately after turning off the power. When trans-

porting the unit, first turn off the power and confirm

that the display screen has gone off, disconnect the

power plug, then wait at least two minutes before

moving the device.

Emergency Procedures

813

* The following procedures are to be used as emergency

measures only, and are not recommended for normal

operation.

• If the device fails to respond to operational commands or

does not complete operations, turn off the power. If the

power does not shut off following normal shutdown

procedures, disconnect the power plug.

If the unit does not operate normally when the power is

turned on again, it may mean that the hard disk has been

damaged. In such instances, consult your dealer or the

nearest Roland Service Center. Note, however, that it may

not be possible to recover any data from the hard disk

once it has been lost.

* All product names mentioned in this document are trade-

marks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

234

* CompactFlash and are trademarks of SanDisk

Corporation and licensed by CompactFlash association.

235

* Roland Corporation is an authorized licensee of the

CompactFlash

™

and CF logo ( ) trademarks.

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Table of Contents

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

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

Table of Contents....................................................................................8

Basic Features ......................................................................................12

Realtime Graphics Presenter ....................................................................................................... 12

High-quality image generating...................................................................................................12

Various picture control functions ...............................................................................................12

Sound performance....................................................................................................................... 12

Scheduler function ........................................................................................................................ 12

External remote control................................................................................................................ 12

About this instruction manual .............................................................13

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

Front Panel................................................................................................................................................. 14

Rear Panel.................................................................................................................................................. 15

Before using this unit ...........................................................................16

About installation..................................................................................................................................... 16

Attaching the rubber feet (supplied).......................................................................................... 16

System rack installation (heat releasing notes)......................................................................... 16

Attaching the card slot cover (equipped) .................................................................................. 17

Using cards with the RG-100 .................................................................................................................. 18

Cards that can be used with the RG-100.................................................................................... 18

Projects and material that can be saved to cards...................................................................... 18

Formatting cards ........................................................................................................................... 18

Notes on handling cards .............................................................................................................. 18

Using the mouse ....................................................................................................................................... 19

Mouse pointer................................................................................................................................ 19

Single-click ..................................................................................................................................... 19

Double-click ................................................................................................................................... 19

Drag-and-drop............................................................................................................................... 19

RG-100 connection examples..............................................................20

Basic connections...................................................................................................................................... 20

When connecting the AC power cord ................................................................................................... 21

Other connection examples..................................................................................................................... 22

Using with MIDI devices ............................................................................................................. 22

Using the RS-232C interface ........................................................................................................ 22

Using the remote IN/OUT control terminals ........................................................................... 23

When using this unit for the first time ................................................24

Basic operation .....................................................................................25

Powering on the unit................................................................................................................................ 25

Powering off the unit.................................................................................................................... 26

Using a card for instant playback .......................................................................................................... 27

Creating a movie....................................................................................................................................... 28

Details on movies played from this unit.................................................................................... 28

Creating a movie ........................................................................................................................... 29

Previewing the movie................................................................................................................... 32

Playing the movie..................................................................................................................................... 33

Advanced use of this unit ....................................................................................................................... 35

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Table of Contents

Detailed features ...................................................................................36

Structure of the unit ................................................................................................................................. 36

About the operation screens ................................................................................................................... 38

The MAIN MENU screen ............................................................................................................38

The MOVIE EDITOR screen........................................................................................................ 39

The SCHEDULER screen ............................................................................................................. 39

The PROJECT SETTING screen .................................................................................................. 40

The SYSTEM SETTING screen.................................................................................................... 40

The FILE MANAGER screen....................................................................................................... 41

The Play Mode............................................................................................................................... 41

About projects.......................................................................................42

Creating or selecting a project ................................................................................................................ 42

Creating a new project.................................................................................................................. 42

Selecting a project.......................................................................................................................... 43

Editing the project settings...................................................................................................................... 45

Showing up the PROJECT SETTING screen............................................................................. 45

Editing the mute settings ............................................................................................................. 46

Setting the loading screen ............................................................................................................ 46

Setting the aspect ratio of the display ........................................................................................ 46

Creating a movie ...................................................................................47

Preparations for creating a movie.......................................................................................................... 48

Features of the MOVIE EDITOR screen................................................................................................ 50

Setting the total movie length................................................................................................................. 51

Creating background clips ...................................................................................................................... 52

Photos that can be used for background clips .......................................................................... 52

Importing photo material to be used for background clips.................................................... 52

Creating the background clip...................................................................................................... 54

Detailed settings for the background clip ................................................................................. 55

Editing the background clip ........................................................................................................ 56

Creating front clips................................................................................................................................... 57

Materials that can be used for front clips .................................................................................. 57

Importing material to be used for front clips............................................................................ 57

Creating the front clip .................................................................................................................. 59

Detailed settings for the front clip .............................................................................................. 60

Editing the front clip..................................................................................................................... 61

Selecting the sound .................................................................................................................................. 63

Sound materials that can be used for playback ........................................................................ 63

Importing sound material............................................................................................................ 63

Selecting the sound ....................................................................................................................... 65

Detailed settings for the sound ................................................................................................... 66

Editing the sound track ................................................................................................................ 67

Selecting MIDI data.................................................................................................................................. 68

MIDI data that can be sent........................................................................................................... 68

Importing MIDI material ............................................................................................................. 68

Selecting the MIDI material......................................................................................................... 69

Editing the MIDI track.................................................................................................................. 70

Playing the movie..................................................................................................................................... 71

Copying a movie....................................................................................................................................... 72

Naming a movie ....................................................................................................................................... 73

Editing the palettes................................................................................................................................... 74

Selecting a palette.......................................................................................................................... 74

Saving a palette.............................................................................................................................. 75

Exchanging palettes with other projects.................................................................................... 77

Changing the name of the palette............................................................................................... 79

Changing screens...................................................................................................................................... 80

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Table of Contents

Using the Scheduler .............................................................................81

About the Scheduler function................................................................................................................. 81

Preparations for setting a schedule........................................................................................................ 82

About the SCHEDULER screen.............................................................................................................. 83

Programming a schedule......................................................................................................................... 84

Programming a schedule to play a palette................................................................................ 84

Programming a schedule to remotely control external devices............................................. 86

Programming a schedule to control this unit............................................................................ 88

Editing schedules .......................................................................................................................... 89

Setting a schedule..................................................................................................................................... 90

Setting the weekly mode schedule ............................................................................................. 90

Setting the daily mode schedule .................................................................................................91

Selecting the palettes for movie playback............................................................................................. 92

Saving the schedule settings ................................................................................................................... 93

Playing movies in the Play Mode ........................................................94

Activating the Play Mode........................................................................................................................ 94

Selecting a Play Mode.............................................................................................................................. 95

Selecting the Movie Play mode...................................................................................................95

Selecting the Schedule Play mode .............................................................................................. 96

The mute function .................................................................................................................................... 97

Setting the system ................................................................................98

Adjusting the internal clock.................................................................................................................... 98

Settings in the SYSTEM SETTING screen............................................................................................. 99

Accessing the SYSTEM SETTING screen .................................................................................. 99

Setting the RS-232C baud rate................................................................................................... 100

Setting the MIDI receive channel.............................................................................................. 100

Adjusting the volume level balance between external connected devices and this unit . 100

Setting the message language to be displayed ....................................................................... 100

Setting the mode after startup................................................................................................... 100

Managing the files...............................................................................101

Starting up the FILE MANAGER screen ............................................................................................ 101

About the FILE MANAGER screen ..................................................................................................... 102

Exchanging and editing files ................................................................................................................ 103

About files that can be used with this unit.............................................................................. 103

How to select files ....................................................................................................................... 104

Copying files................................................................................................................................ 105

Copying files from this unit to a card, or from a card to this unit. ...................................... 105

Changing the names of files. ..................................................................................................... 105

Erasing files.................................................................................................................................. 106

Using folders to sort the files..................................................................................................... 106

Reloading the card ...................................................................................................................... 106

Formatting the card................................................................................................................................ 107

Notes on formatting the card .................................................................................................... 107

Formatting the card .................................................................................................................... 107

Entering names ...................................................................................108

How to select file data ........................................................................109

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Table of Contents

Using the remote control terminals ..................................................110

Remotely controlling the RG-100 from external devices.................................................................. 110

Playing movies directly with terminal signals ....................................................................... 110

Muting .......................................................................................................................................... 110

Adjusting the time....................................................................................................................... 110

Connecting external devices...................................................................................................... 110

Remotely controlling external devices with the RG-100 .................................................................. 111

Starting up other devices (Busy Out) ....................................................................................... 111

Remotely controlling external connected devices (Control Out)......................................... 111

Remote control terminal specifications ............................................................................................... 111

Using the RS-232C interface..............................................................112

Setting up................................................................................................................................................. 112

About the RS-232C interface...................................................................................................... 112

Setting up ..................................................................................................................................... 112

Connecting the RG-100 with the control PC ........................................................................... 112

Setting up the PC......................................................................................................................... 112

Setting up the RG-100................................................................................................................. 112

RS-232C command reference................................................................................................................ 113

Command overview ................................................................................................................... 113

Details on commands ................................................................................................................. 114

List of effects.......................................................................................116

MIDI implementation...........................................................................119

Troubleshooting..................................................................................121

Specifications......................................................................................122

Index.....................................................................................................123

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Basic Features

You can produce dynamic audio-visual presentations using even the simplest of

materials.

The image generator produces an output of XGA (1,024 X 768) analog RGB high-

quality picture.

You have the liberty to control picture, stamp, and text materials at any time during

operation, using the various picture control functions, which also add a 3-D

appearance to the whole picture. You can set each picture, stamp, and text material

to motion in different patterns independently.

You can specify a stereo sound to be performed in synchronization with the

graphics.

Also, by using the separately available UM-1X, you can connect external MIDI

devices and play back MIDI data.

The RG-100 holds a Scheduler function, with which you can control your audio-

visual performance according to a programmed schedule.

The RG-100 supports the use of external remote control via the RS-232C interface,

remote control in/out terminals, and MIDI (when connected to the optional UM-1X).

Realtime Graphics Presenter

High-quality image generating

Various picture control functions

Sound performance

Scheduler function

External remote control

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About this instruction manual

• When using this unit for the first time, be sure to read

“When using this unit for

the first time”

(p. 24) first. There you will find basic guidance, which leads you

through checking that all your equipment is properly connected, powering on the

RG-100, and playing the sample movie.

• You can find an overall guide to operation of this unit in

“Basic operation”

(p. 25).

In that section, you will find instructions concerning powering on the RG-100,

playing the preset movie, and editing a movie, so you can acquire an overall grasp

of operations on the Presenter.

• The rest of this document, starting from

“Detailed features”

(p. 36), introduces all

the functions of this unit, in greater detail.

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Panel Descriptions

fig.frontpanel.eps

1.

ACCESS Indicator

CARD: Lights up during access to a card (data copy or

load).

HDD: Lights up during access to the installed hard disk

drive.

2.

MODE Set Buttons (MODE/ADJUST, /INC, /DEC,

ENTER)

Press to adjust the time. Also used to select palettes in

Play Mode.

3.

Display

Indicates the time or state of unit.

4.

MENU Button

Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to access the

MAIN MENU screen.

5.

PLAY MODE Buttons (MOVIE, SCHEDULE [WEEKLY,

DAILY 1, DAILY 2], MANUAL MOVIE PLAY 1 – 8,

EXIT)

Press to select the Play Mode and movies.

6.

MUTE Button

Press to temporarily turn off the image and sound output.

Press again to restore to normal.

7.

INFO Button

Press to show the information of the current movie in Play

Mode.

Do nothing for a while or press again to hide the

information.

8.

MEMORY CARD Slot

Insert card here.

9.

CARD LOAD & PLAY Button

Press to instantly load and play a project from a card

inserted to the MEMORY CARD slot.

10.

AUDIO LEVEL/INPUT Knob

Turn to adjust the level of audio input to this unit.

11.

AUDIO LEVEL/OUTPUT Knob

Turn to adjust the level of audio output from this unit.

12.

MOUSE Connector

Connect the supplied mouse to this connector.

13.

SHUTDOWN Button

Press and hold for more than 2 seconds when the unit is

powered on to turn it to standby mode. When you press

it in standby mode, the unit powers on again.

STANDBY Indicator

Green light: The unit is powered on.

Red light: The unit is in standby mode.

Off: The unit is powered off.

14.

POWER Button

Press to power on the unit.

Press again to power off. Be sure that the STANDBY

indicator lights in red before turning off the unit.

Front Panel

13 62 754

1413121098 11

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Panel Descriptions

fig.rearpanel.eps

1.

AC Inlet

Connect the supplied AC power cord to this connector.

Be sure to plug in the AC power cord to an outlet that

precisely matches the specifications inscribed on the rear

panel of this unit. If the inscription is difficult to read due

to the installation environment, refer to

“Specifications”

(p. 122).

2.

Remote IN/OUT Control Terminals

Connect external devices such as switches or sensors

(non-voltage make signals). You can remotely control this

unit using external devices.

3.

DISPLAY Connector

Connect a plasma display or large sized LCD. Be sure that

the connector type of the display is analog RGB D-sub 15-

pin, XGA (1024 X 768) compatible.

4.

SERIAL Connector

You can connect this unit to a PC to exchange signals via

serial connection. For detailed instructions, refer to

“Using the RS-232C interface”

(p. 112).

5.

Ground Terminal

Connect to an external ground connector or to earth. For

detailed instructions, refer to

“When connecting the AC

power cord”

(p. 21).

6.

AUDIO OUT Jacks (stereo; -10dBV)

Connect to an amplifier.

7.

AUDIO IN Jacks (stereo; -10dBV)

Connect to external audio devices such as a CD player.

8.

OPTION Socket

Connect the separately available UM-1X MIDI interface.

Be sure that the unit is powered off before you connect it.

Rear Panel

1 234

8576

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Before using this unit

Use these feet when not mounted on a system rack or whenever necessary at any

other installation sites.

Remove the backing from the adhesive side of the skids, and stick them on the

bottom of the unit as shown below.

fig.set-01.eps

If you are planning to mount this unit on a system rack, be sure to follow these notes

to cool down the unit efficiently.

• Install at a site with sufficient ventilation.

• Do not mount the unit in an enclosed system rack. The unit may draw in the

warmed up air inside the rack, and cannot cool down efficiently.

• Should a multiple number of units be mounted together, be sure to keep enough

space to expel heated air from the rack and that the unit does not draw the heated

air back in again. If the rear of the rack cannot be kept open, construct an air vent in

the region where the warmed air tends to accumulate, usually the upper part of the

rear of the rack, or build in a ventilator.

• If you are using the unit mounted inside a portable rack, uncover both front and

rear sides of the rack and make sure that both ends have enough clearance.

• If an error message warns of overheating, immediate countermeasures are needed

to cool down the unit. Recheck the installation state of the unit or rack following

the notes above.

* While mounting the unit on the system rack, be careful not to get your fingers pinched.

* For further instructions regarding the installation, refer also to

“Placement”

(p. 5).

About installation

Attaching the rubber feet (supplied)

System rack installation (heat releasing notes)

Bottom surface

Front panel

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Before using this unit

By attaching the card slot cover to this unit, you can prevent dust from entering the

slot.

1

Attach the slot cover to the unit with the supplied screws.

fig.card.protect.eps

Attaching the card slot cover (equipped)

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Before using this unit

When you insert a card, the card indicator lights up while data is loading.

When upload is completed, the indicator turns off.

When using this unit, you can save data such as projects and photos to cards.

We recommend the use of a separately available Roland CompactFlash card (PM-

128-CF) with this unit.

The Roland CF card

• PM-128-CF (128 megabytes)

You can save projects and materials until the capacity of the card is reached.

The file names can consist of up to 32 characters.

When you save a material to a card, be sure to add an extension to the file name. For

more information about usable file formats, refer to

“Photos that can be used for

background clips”

(p. 52),

“Materials that can be used for front clips”

(p. 57),

“Sound materials that can be used for playback”

(p. 63) ,

“MIDI data that can be

sent”

(p. 68) , and

“About files that can be used with this unit”

(p. 103).

When using a new card or one that has been used with a different type of unit, you

need to format the card before use.

Notes on formatting

Once formatted, all data that was on the card will be lost. Always check beforehand

to make sure that there is no data that you need on a card before you format it.

The formatting procedure

Card formatting is carried out from the FILE MANAGER screen.

For detailed instructions, refer to

“Formatting the card”

(p. 107).

Insertion

Be careful with the direction of insertion and make sure the appropriate side of the

card is facing upwards. Also, be sure to insert the card all the way in, to the end of

the slot. Never use force when inserting the card.

When removing

Hold the card straight while pulling it out from the slot.

Never eject while loading/saving/formatting a card.

Also, never power down or unplug the unit while loading/saving/formatting the

card. Such attempts may cause serious damage to the card.

Using cards with the RG-100

Cards that can be used with the RG-100

Projects and material that can be saved to cards

Formatting cards

Notes on handling cards

Be sure that uploading is

completed before operating

the unit.

To protect electronic

components from static

damage, when insertion or

removing the card, touch the

metal part of the unit so that

the electrostatic is discharged.

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Before using this unit

Be sure to connect the supplied mouse following the instructions in

“Basic

connections”

(p. 20). The operation of this unit is mainly performed with the

mouse. The following are the basic actions using the mouse.

When you move the mouse, the pointer as seen on the display moves in the same

direction. Move the pointer to the desired position, and click the left or right button

of the mouse to select a menu or to trigger a function.

The mouse has two buttons; one on the left and one on the right. You mainly use the

left button while operating this unit. Move the mouse pointer to the desired position

and press the left button once. Single-clicks are used often; when clicking on buttons,

such as [OK] or [Cancel], and when selecting a menu.

Move the mouse pointer to the desired position and press the left button twice.

When operating this unit, you use this action on selected materials and effects to

access a window with a further setting menu.

This means literally to “drag” and “drop” items using the mouse. You use this action

to move, position, and copy your materials and effects. Move the mouse pointer to

the desired icon, and press the left button on the mouse to select the item. While

holding down the same button, move the mouse. The selected material or effect

moves along with the mouse pointer. When you reach the next desired position,

release the left button of the mouse. The selected material or effect is placed near the

released point.

Using the mouse

Mouse pointer

Single-click

Double-click

Drag-and-drop

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RG-100 connection examples

First, connect the output equipment, such as audio devices and a plasma display or large sized LCD. Then connect the

mouse to the front panel. Always make sure that all equipment is powered off before connecting. Otherwise you may

cause the devices to malfunction.

* To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all

devices before making any connections.

* When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the inputs (AUDIO IN) may be low. If

this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors, such as those from the Roland PCS series.

fig.connect.eps

Basic connections

AC power cord

Powered

speaker

Powered

speaker

Plasma display or

long sized LCD

CD player, etc.

Rear panel

Front panel

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

AC inlet

Analog RGB output (XGA)

Mouse

MOUSE

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