Roland VS-1824 Owner's Manual

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (Owner’s Manual p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (Owner’s

10Error MessagesFinalized CD !This message appears when an attempt is made to write to a commercial CD or a finalized CD-R disc. Replace the disc with

100MIDI Implementation| 02 00 4F | 00 - 08 | Track Channel ATT -16 ||——————————+—————————+————————————————————————————————

101MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation| 02 04 4F | 00 - 08 | Track Channel FX2 Insert Return Level -16 ||——————————+—————————+—————————————

102MIDI Implementation|——————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 02 09 40 | 00 - 01 | Input Channel BUS Send Switch -

103MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation : : :| 02 0E 6F | 01 - 7F | Track Channel AUX(AUX3) Pan -16 ||———

104MIDI Implementation|——————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 02 11 2F | 00 - 7F | Monitor Out Level

105MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation| 02 12 6A | 00 - 01 | Input Channel BUS Send Switch -9 -17 Off,On || 02 12 6B | 00 - 01 | Input Channe

106MIDI ImplementationExample 2) Write the mark point ( DeviceID = 10 ) (HOST) => F0 41 10 00 0E 12 03 01 00 aa aa aa aa ss F7 => (VS-1824)

107MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation| | | 4:Vocoder || | | 5:2ch RSS

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109MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation|——————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 04 00 14 | 0aaaaaaa| Vocoder: Voi

11Error MessagesError MessagesToo Many Markers!You have tried to set track number mark points in excess of the maximum (98) you can set for one CD.Unf

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112MIDI Implementation| 04 00 1E | 0aaaaaaa| Flanger: Effect Level || 04 00 1F#| 0bbbbbbb|

113MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation|——————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 04 00 18 | 0aaaaaaa| M.Tap Delay:

114MIDI Implementation+————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+| 04 00 0E | 0aaaaaaa| Reverb SW

115MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation| 04 00 33#| 0bbbbbbb| -60,,,12dB||——————————+—————————+—————————————

116MIDI Implementation| 04 00 20 | 0aaaaaaa| EQ: Mid EQ Gain || 04 00 21#| 0bbbbbbb|

117MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation|——————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 04 00 1E | 0aaaaaaa| Limiter Bch

118MIDI Implementation| 04 00 18 | 0aaaaaaa| Analog Phaser LFO 1 Depth || 04 00 19#| 0bbbbbbb|

119MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation●Remote Operation+————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————+| Start |

12GlossaryActive TerminatorA type of terminator (a terminating resistance) place at each end of a SCSI chain. A new addition to SCSI-2 specifications,

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122MIDI Implementation| address | Data | Contents and remarks ||==========+=========+================================

123MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation| 00 00 39 | 20 - 7e | Name - 16 ||——————————+—————————+—————————————

124MIDI ImplementationF0H 7FH,Dev,06H,03H F7HByte DescriptionF0H Status of System Exclusive Message7FH Universal System Exclusive Message Realtime Hea

125MIDI ImplementationMIDI ImplementationF7H EOX (End of System Exclusive Message)If the device ID on the message was as same as that of the receiving

126MIDI Implementation<Ex. 4> What in nibble system is 1258 in decimal system? ____ 16)1258 16) 78 ... 10 16) 4 ..

127MIDI ImplementationMIDI ImplementationControlChange24-bit Digital Studio RecorderModel VS-1824Date : Aug. 01 2001Version : 1.00MIDI Implementatio

128Mixer Section Block DiagramInput Mixer and Track Mixerfig.10-01REC Bus (1–8)Level(Fader)ATT(-42–+6 dB)Phase(NRM, INV)TRACK1-11-21-31-41-51-61-71-81

129Mixer Section Block DiagramMixer Section Block DiagramMaster Blockfig.10-02Level(Knob)BalanceREC BUSMIXDIR OUT 7DIR OUT 8Level(Knob)PHONESMONITORMO

13GlossaryGlossaryNTSC FormatColor television format used in Japan, the United States, and other countries. Tapes recorded in the NTSC format cannot b

130Track Sheetfig.16-03TracksV-Tracks1234567812345678910111213141516SCENELOCATORProject Artist ClientDateSong NameInternal Removable Backing up toTrac

131Track SheetTrack Sheetfig.10-04Tracks91011121314 1817161512345678910111213141516NOTESTrack Sheet (2)V-Tracks

132SpecificationsVS-1824 / VS-1824CD24 bit Digital Studio Workstation* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of

133SpecificationsSpecificationsInput ImpedanceInput1–2: 30 k ohmInput3–8: 30 k ohmGuitar (Hi-Z): 500 k ohmNominal Output LevelMaster Out: 0 dBuAUX A (

134IndexNumerics10-Band Graphic Equalizer ... 632ch RSS ...

135IndexIndexLo-Fi Process ... 61Lo-Fi Processor ...

136IndexStereo In ... 17Stereo Multi ...

137IndexIndex...MEMO...

138Index...MEMO...

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14Shortcut Key OperationsHere is a list of the functions that can be performed by pressing multiple buttons, or usingthe TIME/VALUE dial in conjunctio

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (Owner’s Manual p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (Owner’s

15Shortcut Key OperationsShortcut Key Operations LOCATOR/SCENE buttons[SCENE] + [REC]: Automix Realtime recording (when Automix is “on.”)[SHIFT] + [S

16Parameter List Input Mixer [CH EDIT] (INPUT 1–8, DIGITAL)]Parameter name Display Value, Initial valueChannel Link Link Off, OnAttenuator ATT -12–0

17Parameter ListParameter ListParameter name Display Value, Initial valueV-track V.Track 1–16AUX Switch AUX (1–3) Off, PreFade, PstFade (*6)AUX Level

18Parameter List System Parameter [SHIFT] + [F5 (SYSTM)] → [F1 (SYSPM)]Parameter name Display Value, Initial valueMaster Clock MasterClk DIGIN1, INT

19Parameter ListParameter List Metronome Parameter [SHIFT] + [F5 (SYSTM)] → [F5 (METRO)]Parameter name Display Value, Initial valueMetronome Out Met

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20Preset Patch ListOn the VS-1824, you can access the range of effects listed below.Loop: Direct Level is set to “0.” Connect this Patch to the effect

21Preset Patch ListPreset Patch ListNo. Patch Name Algorithm Type Input CommentP046 GT:DIedClean Vocal Multi Insert Mono Superclean sound like line re

22Preset Patch ListNo. Patch Name Algorithm Type Input CommentP091 Vocal Multi Vocal Multi Insert Mono (p. 42)P092 Rotary Rotary Insert Mono (p. 44)P0

23Preset Patch ListPreset Patch List Parametric Equalizer (26 presets)No. Patch Name Algorithm Type Input CommentP142 PEQ:BassDrum Parametric EQ Inse

24Preset Patch ListNo. Patch Name Algorithm Type Input CommentP193 ParametricEQ Parametric Equalizer Insert 2ch (p. 62)P194 Graphic EQ Graphic Equaliz

25Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListThis section describes the effects associated with the respective algorithms and internal terminations. Read this sectio

26Algorithm ListReverbThis feature adds reverberation to the sound to simulate the size of space such as a hall and a room.fig.08-04Input LInput ROutp

27Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListParameter (full name) Setting FunctionEQ (Equalizer)Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the equalizer on or off.Low Gain -12– +12

28Algorithm ListDelayDelay is a feature to add a delayed sound to the direct sound in order to add thickness to the sound or to yield a special effect

29Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListEQ (Equalizer)Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the equalizer on or off.Low Gain (Low Gain) -12– +12 dB Sets the boost/cut amoun

3About MIDIAbout MIDIThis section explains the basic concepts of MIDI, and how the VS-1824 handles MIDI messages.What is MIDIMIDI stands for Musical I

30Algorithm ListStDly-Chorus (Stereo Delay Chorus)Delay and Chorus can be combined to create spaciousness.fig.08-10Parameter (full name) Setting Funct

31Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListChorus: Adds spaciousness and depth to the sound.Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the chorus on or off.Rate (Rate) 0.1–10.0 kHz

32Algorithm ListStPS-Delay (Stereo Pitch Shifter Delay)Changes the pitch of the direct sound. Corrects vocals out of tune or adds thickness to the sou

33Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListEQ (Equalizer)Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the equalizer on or off.Low Gain (Low Gain) -12– +12 dB Sets the boost/cut amoun

34Algorithm ListVocoderThe vocoder creates “talking instrument” effects. To use Vocoder, input an instrumental sound into the left channel and a vocal

35Algorithm ListAlgorithm List2ch RSSGives each of the sounds input into the respective channels three-dimensional locations.fig.08-16• Input A is inp

36Algorithm ListPrecautions for using RSSIn order to obtain the maximum effect from the RSS, observe the following points.• Acoustically “dead” rooms

37Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListDelay RSSThe right-side, left-side and center Delay sounds can be set separately. As RSS is connected to both the right

38Algorithm ListChorus RSSRSS is connected to the Chorus output. The sound image is defined with the sound from the left-side channel located at left

39Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListGuitarMulti 1–3These provide multi-effects for guitar sounds suited for rock. Guitar Multi 1 through 3 differ in the deg

4About SCSISCSI stands for Small Computer System Interface. It is a data transfer standard that allows large amounts of data to be sent and received.

40Algorithm ListParameter (full name) Setting FunctionComp (Compressor):Compresses the entire output signals when the input volume exceeds a specified

41Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListFlg (Flanger): Adds effects similar to ascending/descending sound of a jet.Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the flanger on or o

42Algorithm ListVocal MultiThis feature provides a multi-effect suited for vocals.fig.08-30Parameter (full name) Setting FunctionNS (Noise Suppressor)

43Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListEQ (Equalizer)Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the equalizer on or off.Low Gain (Low Gain) -12– +12 dB Sets the boost/cut amoun

44Algorithm ListRotarySimulates a rotary speaker. Behaviors of High and low frequency band Roters can be set up separately, allowing realistic modelin

45Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListPre-amplifierSimulates the pre-amplifier section of a guitar amplifier. 14 types of pre-amplifiers that can be simulated

46Algorithm ListParameter (full name) Setting FunctionNS (Noise Suppressor): Mutes noise in the silent mode.Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the noise suppr

47Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListSt Phaser (Stereo Phaser)A phaser adds a phase-shifted sound to the direct sound, producing a twisting modulation that c

48Algorithm ListEQ (Equalizer)Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the equalizer on or off.Low Gain (Low Gain) -12– +12 dB Sets the boost/cut amount in the low f

49Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListSt Flnger (Stereo Flanger)fig.08-38Parameter (full name)SettingFunctionFlg (Flanger): Adds effect similar to ascending/d

5TroubleshootingTroubleshootingWhen the VS-1824 does not perform the way you expect, check the following points before you suspect a malfunction. If t

50Algorithm ListDual Comp/Lim (Dual Compressor/Limitter)Compressors suppress signals at High levels. Limiter is used to control excessive input. Each

51Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListParameter (full name) Setting FunctionCmpA, CmpB (Compressor): Compresses the entire output signals when the input volum

52Algorithm ListGate ReverbThis is a reverb in which the reverberation is muted during its decay. Its reverse mode can be used in conjunction with Acc

53Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListParameter (full name) Setting FunctionGRev (Gate Reverb): Mutes the revert sound midway.Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the g

54Algorithm ListMultiTapDly (Multi-Tap Delay)This is a Delay feature that can set 10 delay sounds separately.fig.08-45Parameter (full name) Setting Fu

55Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListEQ (Equalizer)Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the equalizer on or off.Low Gain (Low Gain) -12– +12 dB Sets the boost/cut amoun

56Algorithm ListStereo Multifig.08-47Parameter (full name) Setting FunctionNS (Noise Suppressor): Mutes noise in the silent mode.Sw (Switch) On, Off

57Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListEQ (Equalizer)Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns the equalizer on or off.Low Gain (Low Gain) -12– +12 dB Sets the boost/cut amoun

58Algorithm ListReverb 2This gate reverb works in either of two modes of gate operation (Gate/Ducking). In the Gate mode, the gate opens when a certai

59Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListParameter (full name) Setting FunctionRev (Reverb 2): Gate reverb with two modes of gate operationSw (Switch) On, Off Tu

6Troubleshooting• The sampling rate of the recording destination song is different than the sampling rate of the digital audio device.→ Match the samp

60Algorithm ListSpace ChorusThis is a chorus effect simulating Roland SDD-320. The effect to be changed can be reproduced by turning the four buttons

61Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListLo-Fi Process (Lo-Fi Processor)This allows you to create a “lo-fi” sound by lowering the sample rate and/or decreasing t

62Algorithm ListParametricEQ (4-Band Parametric Equalizer)This is an equalizer that can freely change the cutoff frequency or the band width (Q). With

63Algorithm ListAlgorithm List*1: If Low Type (Low Type) or High Type (High Type) is set to “Shlv (Shlving Type),” the setting for Lo Q or High Q is i

64Algorithm ListHum CancelerEliminates annoying hum (or “surge” sounding “boon”).fig.08-59Parameter (full name) Setting FunctionHC (Hum Canceler): Re

65Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListVocal CancelerWhen a stereo source is being input from CD or DAT and so on, this cancels the sound which is located in t

66Algorithm List*1: Setting to “Unlimit” means that the frequency that can be played back on this unit is the lower limit.*2: Setting to “Unlimit” mea

67Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListVoice TransformerYou can convert male voice into female voice, female voice into male voice, and human voice into mechan

68Algorithm ListParameter (full name) Setting FunctionVT (Voice Transformer): Creates various voice characters.Sw (Switch) On, Off Turns Vocal the tra

69Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListVocoder 2 (19)This is a 19-band vocoder. Provides clear sounds that used to be impossible with the previous vocoders.fig

7TroubleshootingTroubleshootingInternal EffectsEffects cannot be used• The VS8F-2 has not been installed correctly (User Guide p. 6, 9).• Only one VS8

70Algorithm ListParameter (full name) Setting FunctionVoc (Vocoder 2): The pitch is specified as in the instrumental sound while the tone is output in

71Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListMicModeling (Microphone Modeling)This modifies sound that was recorded by a conventional dynamic mic, lapel mic or direc

72Algorithm ListParameter (full name) Setting FunctionLnk (Link): Channel B follows the settings for Channel A.Link (Link Switch) On, Off Specifies if

73Algorithm ListAlgorithm List3BndIsolater (3-Band Isolator)Sharply cuts off components by frequency band to eliminate undesired sounds. Useful to eli

74Algorithm ListTapeEcho201Simulates the tape echo section of the Roland RE-201 Space Echo. Capable of reproducing very subtle behavior at the measuri

75Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListAnalogFlnger (Analog Flanger)Simulates Roland SBF-325 Analog Flanger. Provides three types of flanger effects as well as

76Algorithm ListAnalogPhaserTwo units of analog phasers are placed in parallel to accommodate stereo sounds. Surges unique to Phaser is created by add

77Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListSpeaker ModelingModels a variety of speaker characteristics ranging from those of High-end professional monitor speakers

78Algorithm ListParameter (full name) Setting FunctionSpMod (Speaker Modeling): Selects the speaker subject to characteristics modeling.Sw (Switch) Of

79Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListMastering Tool KitThis Kit is a compressor that splits sounds into different frequency band to unify their volumes. With

8TroubleshootingWhen synchronizing using a MIDI sequencer as the master, the VS-1824 does not respond to the sequencer messages• The MIDI cable is not

80Algorithm ListHigh Freq (High Frequency) 1.40–20.0 kHz Sets the center frequency in the High frequency band.High Q (High Q) 0.3–16.0 Sets the width

81Algorithm ListAlgorithm ListHigh Rel (High Release) 50 ms–5.000 s Sets the time until when the High frequency band expander stops working after the

82MIDI ImplementationModel: VS-1824, Version 1.00, Aug. 01 20011. TRANSMITTED DATA AND RECOGNIZED RECEIVE DATA Channel Voice Message●Note On/OffWhen “

83MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation<stereo in & effect return> ST IN FX1 FX2 FX3 FX4MIDI ch. ->

84MIDI Implementation| | | 5,,,40m||—————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————

85MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation|—————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 00H 1DH | mmH llH | EQ: High EQ Fre

86MIDI Implementation|—————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 00H 04H | mmH llH | Delay RSS: Center Level

87MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation| 00H 23H | 00H 00H | (Reserved) | : :| 00H 7FH

88MIDI Implementation|—————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 00H 09H | mmH llH | Pre Amp: Treble

89MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation| | | 0,1,2 = A,B,Link||—————————+—————————+————————————————

9Error MessagesError MessagesAborted Command!Illegal Request!This disk drive cannot be used by the VS-1824.Already SelectedThe currently selected disk

90MIDI Implementation| 00H 19H | mmH llH | M.Tap Delay: Time 9 || | |

91MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation|—————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 00H 12H | mmH llH | EQ: Low EQ Freq

92MIDI Implementation| | | 3,,,100 = 0.3,,,10.0||—————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————

93MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation|=========+=========+===================================================|| 00H 00H | mmH llH | Voice Transform

94MIDI Implementation| | | -60,,,0dB||—————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————

95MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation| 00H 7FH | 00H 00H | |+—————————+—————————+————————————————

96MIDI Implementation|—————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 00H 33H | mmH llH | Compressor Low Release

97MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation●Song Position PointerThe current position is transmitted with the Song Position Pointer Message before the VS

98MIDI ImplementationaaH Response::bbH ResponseF7H EOX (End of System Exclusive Message)(*) see “3. MIDI Machine Control” section●Data Transfer (RQ1,

99MIDI ImplementationMIDI Implementation|——————————+—————————+———————————————————————————————————————————————————|| 00 00 16 | 00 - 01 | MIDI System E