Edirol CG-8 User manual

See the sound. Hear the visuals.

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

(p. 4), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 5), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 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, OWNER’S

MANUAL should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a

convenient reference.

202

permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

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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. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when

unused for long periods of time.

13. 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.

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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.

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

001-50

• Connect mains plug of this model to a mains

socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

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

002a

• Do not open or perform any internal modifications

on the unit.

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

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.

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

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.

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

007

• Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is

level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on

stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

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

008a

• The unit should be connected to a power supply

only of the type described in the operating instruc-

tions, 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.

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

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!

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

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.

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

012a

• Immediately turn the power off, remove the power

cord from the outlet, and request servicing by your

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

rized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information”

page when:

• 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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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 b

e

carried out. The specific thing that must be done i

s

indicated by the design contained within the circle. I

n

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 instruction

s

or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol i

s

determined by the design contained within th

e

triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used fo

r

general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must neve

r

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

must not be done is indicated by the design containe

d

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

means that the unit must never be disassembled.

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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.

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

014

• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

101a

• The unit should be located so that its location or

position does not interfere with its proper venti-

lation.

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

102b

• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply

cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an

outlet or this unit.

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

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.

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

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.

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

106

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

the unit.

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

107b

• Never handle the power cord or its plugs with wet

hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an

outlet or this unit.

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

108a

• Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug

from the outlet, and pull out all cords from

external devices.

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

109a

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and

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

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

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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IMPORTANT NOTES

291b

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 4

and 5, 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 LCD and 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 and readily accessible.

Placement

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 initiating 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 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 a memory

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

• This unit contains a battery that maintains the contents of

memory even when the power is turned off. If this battery

runs low, the unit will not start up, have this battery

replaced with a new one every 5 years. Please be aware

that the actual life of the battery can vary depending on

how the unit is used. When it is time to change the battery,

consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service

Center, or an authorized 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 memory card.

552

• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents

of data that was stored in the unit’s memory, or other

device 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.

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.

561

• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV series; sold

separately). By connecting any other expression pedals,

you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

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 information on

cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

566b

• The sensitivity of the D Beam controller will change

depending on the amount of light in the vicinity of the

unit. If it does not function as you expect, adjust the sensi-

tivity as appropriate for the brightness of your location.

Before Using 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

• Please use a separately available Roland PM-128-CF

CompactFlash card with the memory card adaptor supplied

with this unit. Operation with other media is not guaranteed.

708

• Memory cards are constructed using precision compo-

nents; 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.

Handling Hard Disks

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

and the side panel 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 mea-

sures 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 proce-

dures, 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.

If your device features drive check capabilities, use the

drive check function to regularly confirm that there are no

problems, even when the device is operating normally.

For more detailed information on the shutdown and drive

check procedures, refer to the Owner’s Manual.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

220

• All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks 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.

981a

• Copyright to the internal data

Copyright to the data included in this product is the property of the respective copyright holder(s). For details, refer to the

included “License agreement.“

982

• The demo data of this unit is not transmitted from the MIDI OUT connector.

985

• The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display. Note,

however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you

actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.

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Contents

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

How to read this manual ................................................................................................................13

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

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

Rear Panel ................................................................................................................................................................ 17

Before you begin ............................................................................................................................18

About the card adaptor.......................................................................................................................................... 18

Connecting the card adaptor .................................................................................................................. 18

Inserting/removing a CompactFlash card ........................................................................................... 19

About CompactFlash cards................................................................................................................................... 20

Types of CompactFlash cards that you can use...................................................................................20

Projects and image files that can be stored on a CompactFlash card ............................................... 20

Formatting a CompactFlash card...........................................................................................................20

Precautions concerning the handling of CompactFlash cards........................................................... 20

What is V-LINK?..................................................................................................................................................... 21

Making the connections.................................................................................................................22

Basic connections.................................................................................................................................................... 22

Example setups ....................................................................................................................................................... 23

VJ performance ......................................................................................................................................... 23

Using a sequencer to control the CG-8..................................................................................................24

Using images played by the CG-8 as video sources............................................................................ 25

Basic operation...............................................................................................................................26

Turning the power on/off.....................................................................................................................................26

Turning the power on.............................................................................................................................. 26

Turning the power off.............................................................................................................................. 26

How the CG-8 is organized................................................................................................................................... 27

Images ........................................................................................................................................................ 27

Projects ....................................................................................................................................................... 28

Patches, Effects, and Pictures.................................................................................................................. 29

Selecting a project ................................................................................................................................................... 31

Selecting a Photo Patch and playing back the image ........................................................................................ 32

Selecting a Photo Patch............................................................................................................................ 32

Selecting a Stamp Patch to layer on the image................................................................................................... 33

Selecting a Stamp Patch...........................................................................................................................33

Applying an effect to the image ........................................................................................................................... 34

Various playback methods ............................................................................................................36

Using the XY pad to apply effects to the image................................................................................................. 36

Using the D Beam to apply effects to the image ................................................................................................ 37

Using the D Beam to momentarily pause image movement ............................................................. 37

Using the D Beam to apply an effect ..................................................................................................... 38

Recording and reproducing the motion of an image ........................................................................................ 39

Cueing or pausing the image (the Trigger function)......................................................................................... 40

Using an external audio input source to control the image (Sound Control function)................................ 41

Switching patches automatically (Auto Switch function) ................................................................................ 43

Using a foot pedal................................................................................................................................................... 44

Using a foot pedal to switch patches (Pedal Shift function) .............................................................. 44

Learning more about the CG-8 ......................................................................................................45

How the CG-8 is structured .................................................................................................................................. 45

Play mode ................................................................................................................................................................ 49

Menu mode.............................................................................................................................................................. 49

Main menu screen (MAIN MENU) .......................................................................................................49

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Contents

About projects ................................................................................................................................50

What is a project?.................................................................................................................................................... 50

Creating a new project........................................................................................................................................... 51

Assigning a project to a visual pad...................................................................................................................... 54

Editing a project...................................................................................................................................................... 57

Images that you can use as a Photo Picture or Stamp Picture........................................................... 57

Assigning a Photo Picture or Stamp Picture to a visual pad ............................................................. 57

Creating patches.............................................................................................................................61

Before you create patches...................................................................................................................................... 61

The content that is stored in a patch......................................................................................................61

Preparations before creating a patch ..................................................................................................... 61

Creating a Photo Patch ..........................................................................................................................................62

Selecting a Photo Patch............................................................................................................................ 62

Selecting a Photo Effect ........................................................................................................................... 63

Selecting a Photo Picture......................................................................................................................... 64

Editing the parameters of a Photo Effect ..............................................................................................65

Applying modulation to the parameters of a Photo Effect ................................................................ 66

Making XY pad, D Beam, and Foot Pedal settings.............................................................................. 68

Saving a Photo Patch (the Save operation) ........................................................................................... 72

Creating a Stamp Patch.......................................................................................................................................... 73

Selecting a Stamp Patch...........................................................................................................................73

Selecting a Stamp Effect........................................................................................................................... 74

Selecting a Stamp Picture ........................................................................................................................ 75

Editing the parameters of a Stamp Effect ............................................................................................. 76

Applying modulation to the parameters of a Stamp Effect ............................................................... 77

Making XY pad, D Beam, and Foot Pedal settings.............................................................................. 79

Saving a Stamp Patch (the Save operation) .......................................................................................... 83

Managing projects and pictures....................................................................................................84

Folder and file related operations ........................................................................................................................ 84

Copying.................................................................................................................................................................... 85

Deleting.................................................................................................................................................................... 89

Renaming................................................................................................................................................................. 91

Creating a folder ..................................................................................................................................................... 94

Formatting a CompactFlash card......................................................................................................................... 97

Caution when formatting........................................................................................................................97

Formatting procedure..............................................................................................................................97

Adjusting the sensitivity of the controllers..................................................................................99

Adjusting the sensitivity of the XY pad and D Beam........................................................................................ 99

Using external equipment to control the CG-8 ..........................................................................101

Using V-LINK ....................................................................................................................................................... 101

Using MIDI equipment........................................................................................................................................ 103

Setting the device number..................................................................................................................... 103

Setting the MIDI transmit/receive channel........................................................................................ 105

Specifying the MIDI messages that will be sent from the CG-8...................................................... 107

MIDI messages and functions ..............................................................................................................109

Appendix .......................................................................................111

Photo Effects List .........................................................................................................................112

Stamp Effects List ........................................................................................................................119

MIDI Implementation Chart ..........................................................................................................122

Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................................123

Restoring the factory settings.....................................................................................................124

Specifications ...............................................................................................................................125

Special thanks...............................................................................................................................126

Index ..............................................................................................................................................127

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Main Features

An instrument that lets you present images in real time

You can generate images in real time, and use controllers such as the knobs, D Beam, and XY pad to freely

perform the images.

Diverse effects

The CG-8 provides a wide range of visual effect patterns that you can use to easily create expressive

images.

Load images to create a variety of expressions

Via the card adaptor, you can load images you’ve created with a digital camera or computer, and easily

give them an entirely different character. A wide range of expressive transformations can be created by

applying effects to the images you load.

Combine two image layers

You can combine two layers (background and foreground); for example, by adding a logo or other

foreground to a background image to project your message effectively.

Use music to control images

The CG-8 can analyze sound from its LINE IN jacks or internal mic, and apply a visual effect accordingly.

Peaks in the sound can be detected and used to create motion in the images or to switch patches.

Control via MIDI

In addition to controlling images via V-LINK as part of a musical performance, you can also control the

CG-8’s images via MIDI from a sequencer.

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How to read this manual

The CG-8 owner’s manual is organized as shown below. If you’re using the CG-8 for the first time, please read

“Basic operation”

(p. 26). This chapter helps you make sure that the CG-8 is correctly connected to your other

equipment, and explains basic operations, from turning on the power to playing back images.

For more details, refer to the sections listed below.

Panel Descriptions (p. 14)

This explains the CG-8’s knobs, buttons, and connectors.

Before you begin (p. 18)

This explains how to use the card adaptor and CompactFlash cards.

Making the connections (p. 22)

This explains how to connect other equipment such as a television or projector to the CG-8, and various

ways in which you can use it.

Basic operation (p. 26)

This explains how to turn the power on, and describes the basic work flow on the CG-8.

Various playback methods (p. 36)

This explains the various ways in which you can play back images using the CG-8.

Learning more about the CG-8 (p. 45)

This explains concepts and terms you’ll need to know when using the CG-8, and describes the operating

screens and basic structure of the CG-8.

About projects (p. 50)

This explains project-related operations, such as how to load images into the CG-8.

Creating patches (p. 61)

This explains how to create and save your own photo patches and stamp patches.

Managing projects and pictures (p. 84)

This explains how to copy/delete/rename projects or images, and how to format a CompactFlash card.

Adjusting the sensitivity of the controllers (p. 99)

This explains how to adjust the sensitivity of the XY pad and D Beam.

Using external equipment to control the CG-8 (p. 101)

This explains how you can control the CG-8 from a V-LINK compatible device or a MIDI device.

Appendix (p. 111)

This section contains an effect list, troubleshooting tips, and the CG-8’s specifications.

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Panel Descriptions

fig.frontpanel.eps

1.

D-BEAM

You can apply a variety of effects to the image by moving

your hand above this.

→

p. 37, p. 68, p. 79

2.

D-BEAM indicator

This will light when the D Beam is responding.

→

p. 37, p. 68, p. 79

3.

STROBE button

If you press this (button lit) and place your hand over the

D Beam, the image will stop momentarily.

→

p. 37

4.

ASSIGNABLE button

If you press this (button lit) and place your hand over the

D Beam, the effect specified for each patch will be applied.

→

p. 38

5.

REC button

This button records movements of the parameter knobs,

XY pad, and D Beam for ten seconds. Recording will

begin when you press the button (lit red).

→

p. 39

6.

GRAB MOTION switch

This plays back the parameter knob, XY pad, and D Beam

movements you recorded using the [REC] button.

LOOP:

The recorded movement will play repeatedly.

OFF:

The patch will play normally.

1-SHOT:

The recorded movement will play. When you

release your hand from the switch, it will

return to the [OFF] position and the patch will

play normally.

→

p. 39

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Panel Descriptions

7.

TRIGGER switch

This cues or pauses the image.

RESTART:

Cues the image. When you release your hand,

the switch will return to the [OFF] position

and the patch will play normally.

OFF:

The patch will play normally.

STROBE:

Pauses the image. When you release your

hand, the switch will return to the [OFF]

position and the patch will play normally.

→

p. 40

8.

INPUT SELECT switch

This selects whether the external audio input will be taken

from the [LINE IN] jacks or from the internal mic.

→

p. 41

9.

Internal mic

Use this mic when you want to use the Sound Control

function.

→

p. 41

10.

INPUT LEVEL knob, SIGNAL indicators, PEAK indicators

Turn the [INPUT LEVEL] knob to adjust the input level

of the audio signal from an external source.

When an audio signal is received, the [SIGNAL] indicator

will light blue. If the input level is too high, the [PEAK]

indicator will light red.

→

p. 41

11.

PEAK FREQ

k

nob, DETECTION indicator

Turn the [PEAK FREQ] knob to specify the center frequency

at which the external input audio will be analyzed.

The [DETECTION] indicator will light when a peak is

detected.

→

p. 41

12.

SPEED

k

nob, SPEED indicator

If the [AUTO SWITCH] switch is set to [SPEED], this knob

adjusts the speed at which the patch will change. The patch will

change at the timing at which the [SPEED] indicator lights.

→

p. 43

13.

AUTO SWITCH switch

This switches patches automatically.

SPEED:

The patch will switch at the speed specified by

the [SPEED] knob.

OFF:

The patch will play normally.

SOUND:

The patch will switch when the peak specified

by the Sound Control function is detected.

→

p. 43

14.

SHUTDOWN button

When the power is on, you can press and hold this button

(for two seconds) to put the CG-8 in standby mode. In

standby mode, press this button to turn the CG-8 on.

The illumination of the button indicates the unit’s status

as follows:

Lit blue:

On

Lit red:

Standby

Unlit:

Off

→

p. 26

15.

HDD indicator

This will light when the CG-8 is accessing its internal

hard disk.

* Never switch off the CG-8’s power while it is accessing the

hard disk.

16.

MIDI indicator

This will blink when the CG-8 receives a MIDI message.

17.

Display panel

This is used mainly to display the bank and number of

patches, effects, and pictures. It also displays various

information about the CG-8.

18.

PREVIEW button

By pressing this (the button will light), you can preview

all pictures in the currently selected bank.

→

p. 64, p. 75

19.

SAVE button

This saves the patch.

→

p. 72, p. 83

20.

VISUAL PAD 1–16

Use these to switch projects, patches, effects, pictures,

and banks.

→

p. 31, p. 32, p. 33, p. 62, p. 73

21.

EFFECT pad

Press this (the pad will light), and you can use visual

pads [1]–[16] to switch the effect for the currently selected

patch.

By holding down this button and pressing a visual pad

[1]–[16] you can switch banks.

→

p. 63, p. 74

22.

PICTURE pad

Press this (the pad will light), and you can use visual

pads [1]–[16] to switch the picture for the currently

selected patch.

By holding down this button and pressing a visual pad

[1]–[3] you can switch banks.

→

p. 64, p. 75

23.

STAMP PATCH pad

Press this (the pad will light) to perform Stamp Patch

operations or use visual pads [1]–[16] to switch stamp

patches.

By holding down this button and pressing a visual pad

[1]–[8] you can switch banks.

→

p. 33, p. 73

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Panel Descriptions

24.

PHOTO PATCH pad

Press this (the pad will light) to perform Photo Patch

operations or use visual pads [1]–[16] to switch photo

patches.

By holding down this button and pressing a visual pad

[1]–[8] you can switch banks.

→

p. 32, p. 62

25.

CHANGE PROJECT button

Press this (the button will light) to use visual pads [1]–

[16] to switch projects (visual pads to which a project is

assigned will light). In the display panel, the left side

shows the currently selected project, and the right side

shows the number of the project that will be selected

next. When you press the [CHANGE PROJECT] button

once again, the selected project will begin loading.

→

p. 31

26.

EXIT button, ENTER button, PREV button,

NEXT button, VALUE dial

By using these buttons and this dial while viewing the

menus that appear in the display screen, you can assign

photo pictures and stamp pictures, manage projects and

image files, and make MIDI settings for the CG-8.

→

p. 50, p. 84, p. 101

27.

MENU button

Press and hold this button for two seconds or longer to

access the MAIN MENU screen.

→

p. 49

28.

CONTROLLER ASSIGN button

Press this button when you want to make assignments for

the XY pad, D Beam, and foot pedal.

→

p. 68, p. 79

29.

HOLD button

This switches Hold on/off for the effect controlled by the

XY pad.

→

p. 36

30.

XY PAD ACTIVE indicator

This will light when the XY pad is responding.

→

p. 36, p. 68, p. 79

31.

XY pad

By touching your fingertip to the surface of this pad you

can apply a variety of effects to the image.

→

p. 36, p. 68, p. 79

32.

RATE knob

This adjusts the speed of modulation for the effect.

→

p. 34, p. 66, p. 77

33.

DEPTH button

Press this (the button will light) and you can use the

[COLOR]/[SPEED]/[X]/[Y]/[Z] knobs to adjust the

depth of modulation.

→

p. 34, p. 66, p. 77

34.

MODULATION knob

This selects the type of effect modulation. If you choose

[SOUND 1], [SOUND 2], or [SOUND 3], the external

audio input will modulate the effect.

→

p. 34, p. 66, p. 77

35.

Parameter knobs

These knobs adjust various parameters of the effect.

→

p. 34, p. 65, p. 66, p. 76, p. 77

The result will differ according to the effect, but the

knobs mainly control the following parameters.

COLOR

k

nob:

Adjusts a color-related parameter.

When the [DEPTH] button is pressed (the button will

light), this knob adjusts the depth of modulation.

SPEED

k

nob:

Adjusts a speed-related parameter of the effect itself.

When the [DEPTH] button is pressed (the button will

light), this knob adjusts the depth of modulation.

FADE

k

nob:

Adjusts a fade-related parameter. Turn toward the left to

fade-to-black, or toward the right to fade-to-white.

X

k

nob:

Adjusts an X-axis (left/right) parameter such as X-axis or

angle of rotation.

When the [DEPTH] button is pressed (the button will

light), this knob adjusts the depth of modulation.

Y

k

nob:

Adjusts a Y-axis (up/down) parameter such as Y-axis or

angle of rotation.

When the [DEPTH] button is pressed (the button will

light), this knob adjusts the depth of modulation.

Z

k

nob:

Adjusts a Z-axis (forward/back) parameter such as Z-

axis or angle of rotation.

When the [DEPTH] button is pressed (the button will

light), this knob adjusts the depth of modulation.

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Panel Descriptions

fig.rearpanel.eps

1.

POWER switch

This turns the power on.

You can press this again to turn the power off, but

before you turn the power off, make sure that the

[SHUTDOWN] button is lit red (Standby mode).

→

p. 26

2.

MIDI OUT/THRU connector, MIDI IN connector

You can connect external MIDI devices to these

connectors.

988

3.

Security slot ( )

You can connect a commercially available security lock

cable to this slot.

http://www.kensington.com/

4.

OUTPUT VIDEO jack

This jack outputs a video signal. You can connect it to

your television or other device used for monitoring.

→

p. 22

5.

OUTPUT S-VIDEO connector

This connector transmits an S-video signal. You can

connect it to your television or other device used for

monitoring.

→

p. 22

6.

OPTION connector

Connect the included card adaptor here.

→

p. 18

7.

OUTPUT RGB connector

Connect a display here. Use a display that provides an

analog RGB D-sub 15-pin connection at VGA (640 x 480)

resolution.

→

p. 22

8.

LINE IN L/R jacks

Connect an instrument or CD player to these jacks.

→

p. 22

9.

FOOT SW jack

Connect a separately available foot pedal (e.g., DP-2) or

expression pedal (e.g., EV-5) to this jack.

→

p. 44

10.

AC IN connector

Connect the included power cord here.

Rear Panel

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Before you begin

Use the included card adaptor to load image files from a digital camera or computer.

* The card adaptor is only for use with the CG-8. Don’t use it with a conventional computer.

* Don’t remove the CompactFlash card while data is being loaded from the card. Doing so may

destroy the data on the CompactFlash card.

* Don’t connect more than one card adaptor simultaneously.

* CompactFlash cards are not included with the CG-8. You will need to obtain them separately.

Make sure that the CG-8’s power is switched off, then connect the card adaptor to the

rear panel [OPTION] connector as shown below.

fig.Card02.e.EPS

About the card adaptor

Connecting the card adaptor

Card adaptor

930

Don’t connect or

disconnect the card

adaptor while the CG-8 is

powered up.

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Before you begin

This adaptor is for use with CompactFlash cards.

* We cannot guarantee that it will operate correctly with any media other than CompactFlash

cards.

930

* Do not insert or remove the supplied memory card adaptor while the unit is powered up.

Do not insert or remove a memory card while the memory card adaptor's indicator is

blinking. Doing so may cause the data in the memory card to be lost.

Inserting a CompactFlash card

* Don’t attempt to insert two or more cards simultaneously.

* Carefully note the end that should go in first, and the side that should face upward, then push

the CompactFlash card into the slot as far as it will go. Do not use excessive force.

Insert the CompactFlash card into the card adaptor as shown below.

fig.Card04.EPS

Removing a CompactFlash card

When you insert a CompactFlash card, the button located beside the card slot will pop

out.

When you press this button, the inserted CompactFlash card will pop out, allowing

you to remove it.

fig.Card05.EPS

Inserting/removing a CompactFlash card

931

Carefully note the end that

should go in first, and the

side that should face

upward, then push the

CompactFlash card into

the slot as far as it will go.

Do not use excessive force.

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Before you begin

The CG-8 can store projects and image files on a CompactFlash card. Insert a separately

available Roland PM-128-CF (128 MB) CompactFlash card into the included card

adaptor. We do not guarantee operation with other media.

Roland CompactFlash card:

PM-128-CF (128 MB)

Any number of project and image files can be stored on a CompactFlash card up to the

capacity of that card.

In a file name, you can use lowercase letters (a–z), numerals (0–9), and the symbols “-

” (hyphen) and “_” (underline). If a file whose file name contains uppercase letters is

saved on a CompactFlash card, the CG-8 will automatically convert the uppercase

characters to lowercase.

When saving image files to a CompactFlash card on your computer, you must add an

extension to the filename. The CG-8 will not recognize files that have no extension.

The CG-8 will not recognize files whose name contains characters that cannot be used

(A–Z, a–z, 0–9, -, _).

Before you can use a newly purchased CompactFlash card or a CompactFlash card

that’s been used by a different device, you’ll need to format (initialize) that card.

Caution when formatting

Formatting will erase all of the data on the card. Be sure to double-check before you

format a card.

Formatting procedure

Cards are formatted in the FILE MANAGER screen. For details, refer to

“Formatting

a CompactFlash card”

(p. 97).

When inserting

Carefully note the end that should go in first, and the side that should face upward, then

push the CompactFlash card into the slot as far as it will go. Do not use excessive force.

When removing

Grasp the card with your fingers and pull it straight out.

Never remove the card while loading, saving, or formatting is in progress. Also, you

must never turn off the power of the CG-8 or disconnect the power cord while loading,

saving, or formatting is in progress. Doing so may damage the CompactFlash card.

About CompactFlash cards

Types of CompactFlash cards that you can use

Projects and image files that can be stored on a

CompactFlash card

Formatting a CompactFlash card

Precautions concerning the handling of

CompactFlash cards

For details on the types of

image files that you can

use with the CG-8, refer to

“Images that you can

use as a Photo Picture or

Stamp Picture” (p. 57).

Static electricity can occur

more easily in conditions

of low humidity. Before

inserting or removing a

CompactFlash card, touch

a metal component of the

CG-8 to discharge any

static electricity that may

b

e present in your body.

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