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Owner’s Manual
■ Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:
“USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES”
(Page 4–5; Page 6–8). These sections provide important
information concerning the proper operation of the unit.
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Table of Contents Introduction 4 ■ USING THE UNIT SAFELY........................................................................... 4 Checking ■ IMPORTANT NOTES .................................................................................... 6 and ■ Check the Included Items............................................................................ 9 Preparations ■ Main Features.............................................................
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Checking and Preparations Getting Started Playback Creating a Music CD Other Recording Methods More Functions Reference Index Recording to CF/CD Advanced Operation 51 ■ Using the Metronome ................................................................................ 52 Sounding a Count-In to Ensure Accurate Timing (Count-in) ..................................... 53 Other Recording ■ Automatically Starting Recording When Sound Begins.........
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Introduction USING THE UNIT SAFELY The symbol alerts the user to important instructions Used for instructions intended to alert or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is the user to the risk of death or severe determined by the design contained within the injury should the unit be used triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for improperly. general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger. Used for instructions intended to alert The
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Checking and Preparations USING THE UNIT SAFELY 012b 101b • Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC • The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by their location or position does not interfere with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, their proper ventilation. or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on ................................................................................
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Introduction IMPORTANT NOTES In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on Page 4–5, please read and observe the following: • If you place the unit on a piano or an item of furniture, the rubber feet of this unit may discolor or damage the finish Power Supply of the piano. To prevent the rubber feet from causing this 301 type of problem, place a cloth under the unit. • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is bein
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Checking and Preparations IMPORTANT NOTES Handling CompactFlash Cards Handling CD-R/RW Discs 704 *** • Carefully insert the CompactFlash card all the way in— • DO NOT play a CD-R/RW disc (CD-R/RW disc on which until it is firmly in place. track data from a CompactFlash card has been backed up fig.M512-Insert Page 71) on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system componen
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Introduction IMPORTANT NOTES (continued) Copyright 851 • 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. (852a) • This unit is designed for professional use. When using the CD-R/RW drive to transfer audio signals, this unit can perform recording without being subject to the
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Checking and Preparations Check the Included Items Introduction Check the Included Items Check the CD-2 package to make sure it includes these items. ❑ CD-2 ❑ Blank CD-R disc : 700MB ❑ CompactFlash (CF card): 128MB * The card is already formatted. Page 36 ❑ AC Adaptor (PSB-3U) ❑ Card Protector (attached to the bottom of the CD-2) ❑ Power Cord ❑ Owner’s Manual ❑ Leaflet (“Record Your Performance and Create a CD”) 9
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Introduction Main Features Easily create an original music CD using only the CD-2 You can record on three types of media. CompactFlash CD-R discs CD-RW discs (CF cards) ● You can create a music CD from selected songs recorded on a CompactFlash card. ● You can create a music CD by directly recording onto a CD-R/RW disc. Easily record using the internal mics, and listen back using the built-in speakers ● Since stereo mics are built in, you can start recording immediately. Page 30 For hands-free
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Checking and Preparations Main Features Convenient practice functions for music lessons ● You can slow down the playback speed without affecting the pitch of a song.* Page 40 ● You can change the playback pitch (key) of a song.* Page 41, 42 ● You can remove the vocal from the playback of a CD.* Page 42 The CD-2 provides a Center Cancel function that can eliminate much of the main vocal part from a CD so it becomes less noticeable. This lets you use your favorite CDs as karaoke CDs. ● You c
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Introduction Panel Descriptions Top Panel EDIT Button Internal Speakers/Internal Mics Use this button when you want to edit the tracks of a CF Stereo Speakers card. These are a pair of stereo speakers built into the CD-2. Page 58–63, “Editing a CF Card” MIC L/MIC R Stop ( ) Button These are a stereo pair of mics built into the CD-2. You can Press this button to stop playback or recording. use these mics to record. Page 44, “Playing Back a CF Card” Page 30, “Recording with the Internal Mics” Pl
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Checking and Preparations Panel Descriptions CD WRITE Area COMPACT DISC Operation Area The controls in this area let you create a music CD from The controls in this area let you control the CD-R/RW disc CF card tracks. or music CD. MASTERING Button PITCH Button This button lets you apply mastering effects to tracks on ● You can use this button to adjust the pitch (fine the CF card. adjustments of less than a semitone) of the CD playback. Page 49, “Creating a Professional-Sounding CD” Page 41,
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Introduction Panel Descriptions (continued) Side Panel (CompactFlash Slot) Display MIC 1/MIC 2 Jacks The display shows various information or messages related to the operation you’re performing, such as when Mics with XLR-type plugs can be connected to these jacks. making various settings or editing tracks. Page 20, “Connecting Other Equipment” LEVEL Meter Security Slot ( ) This indicates the volume level of the track that’s playing You can attach a commercially available security lock or t
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Checking and Preparations Panel Descriptions (continued) Front Panel MIC SELECT Button MIC 1/GUITAR Knob This selects the audio input source that will be recorded. This adjusts the input level of the MIC 1 jack or the GUITAR jack. Page 37, “Selecting the Recording Source” Page 37, “Adjusting the Input Level” EFFECT Button MIC 2 Knob This button applies an effect to the audio input source. This adjusts the input level of the MIC 2 jack. Page 70, “Applying Effects to Your Vocal or Instrumental P
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Introduction Panel Descriptions (continued) Rear Panel POWER Switch AUX OUT Jacks This turns the power on/off. Use these jacks to output analog audio signals to an external speaker system or electronic piano. Page 24, “Turning the Power On/Off” Page 20, “Connecting Other Equipment” AC Adaptor Jack You can choose the type of audio signal that is sent from Connect the included AC adaptor to this jack. the AUX OUT jacks. Page 20, “Connecting Other Equipment” Page 77, “Choosing the Audio Source th
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Checking and Preparations Panel Descriptions (continued) / Media That Can Be Used with the CD-2 Introduction Media That Can Be Used with the CD-2 As its recording media, the CD-2 uses CompactFlash cards (CF cards) and CD-R/RW discs. The functions available for editing or deleting songs (tracks) after recording will differ according to the media you use. The table below shows the functions that can be used with each type of media. Media CF card CD-R disc CD-RW disc Music CD 4x speed 4x/8x speeds
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Notes Regarding CompactFlash (CF) Cards In this manual, CompactFlash cards are referred to as “CF ■ Recording Modes and Maximum Recording Times cards.” When using a CF card for recording, you can select one of You can purchase CF cards at your local computer dealer or at three recording modes as appropriate for the desired a store that handles digital cameras. recording time and audio quality ( Page 36). The following table shows the maximum recording times ■ Specifications possible with eac
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Checking and Preparations Media That Can Be Used with the CD-2 (continued) Attaching the Card Protector You can attach the included card protector in front of the CF card slot to block the slot and prevent theft of the CF card. To attach the card protector, proceed as follows. Turn off the CD-2 and all connected equipment. 1 • Disconnect all cables from the CD-2. NOTE Turn the CD-2 upside down, and remove the card 2 When turning the CD-2 upside protector. down, place stacks of newspapers or
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Introduction Connecting Other Equipment NOTE • 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. ● Front Panel Electric guitar Electric bass Mic Headphones ● Side Panel ● Rear Panel Foot switch AC adaptor L R (PSB-3U: included) To analog output jacks L L L R R R To analog input jacks AC cord To MIDI IN connector (Included) To power outlet MIDI sound module, etc. Amp, audio set, etc
