Roland VS8F-3 Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manual 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (Owner’s Manual p. 2,

10 Before you use the VS8F-3 Where to install the VS8F-3 (Checking the first slot) VS-2480/2480CD VS-2400CD VS-2000Unplug the power before inst

11 Installing plug-in effects in the V Studio VS plug-in programs for the VS8F-3 are provided on a SETUP DISC, and thus cannot be used by the VS8F-3

12 Installation examples If you own one VS series unit and one VS8F-3 board When authorizing, the VS8F-3 must be installed in the first slot (p. 10

13 If you own two (or more) VS series units and one VS8F-3 board For the first VS series unit, you must install the VS8F-3 in the first slot (p. 10)

14 If you own two (or more) VS series units and two (or more) VS8F-3 boards For the first VS series unit, you must install the VS8F-3 in the first sl

15 Installation procedure 1. Carefully read the included leaflet “License agreement for Roland software” and verify that you accept the conditions. 2

16 Re-installing your plug-ins If you initialize (format) the hard disk of your VS series unit, the VS plug-in programs on the hard disk will be lost

17 Using the effects Now that you've installed the VS8F-3 in your VS series unit, let's try out the effects.A VS8F-3 effect can be used as

18 Using the effects Editing the effect parameters Here's how to edit the effect parameters of the selected patch. 1. Select a patch as descri

19 Effect Algorithm What are VS plug-in Programs? VS plug-in programs are programs created specifically for the VS8F-3.Each of these programs consi

2 USING THE UNIT SAFELY001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual...

20 Effect Algorithm Mastering Tool Kit This is a compressor that divides the input signal into frequency bands (High, Middle, and Low) and regulate

21 Effect Algorithm ENHANCER Accentuates the sound and pushes the sound forward. INPUT Splits the direct sound into three frequency bands, that is, L

22 Effect Algorithm COMP (Compressor) Compresses the entire output signals when the input volume exceeds a specified value. MIXER Adjusts the volume

23 Effect Algorithm Tempo Mapping Effect This is a stereo delay that lets you specify the delay time relative to the tempo. Since you can set the d

24 Effect Algorithm L-ch DELAYR-ch DELAY (*3) Initial Delay Time (INI.DLY) and Initial Delay Panpot (INI.D.PAN) are not linked. MODULATIONOUTPUT Par

25 Effect Algorithm (*4) The note value lengths have the following significance. 4band EQ (4band Equalizer) ➔ p. 20 DisplayExplanation 0.0 no delay

26 Effect Algorithm Stereo Reverb This models the reflections and reverberation of a hall or room, as well as its spatial character. Since both inp

27 Effect Algorithm EXP (Expander) If the input volume drops below the specified threshold, this will expand the dynamic range of the output signal.

28 Effect Algorithm Vocal Channel Strip This is a multi-effect suitable for use when recording or processing a vocal. This one algorithm can be use

29 Effect Algorithm Pre-Amp Modeling This effect simulates the variations in response between different types of preamp, and models the subtle diff

3 IMPORTANT NOTES Placement 354a • Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed ve

30 Preset Patch List Mastering Tool KitTempo Mapping EffectStereo Reverb NumberName Comment P000Mixdown Mix down for CD.P001 PreMastering Pre-master

31 Preset Patch List Vocal Channel StripPre Amp Modeling P057Long Cave Modeled reverberation of deep caves.P058 Garage Drums Natural reverb that enha

32 Troubleshooting If the VS8F-3 does not operate correctly even when you've installed it as directed by the owner's manual, or does not op

33 Troubleshooting Precautions when requesting service for the VS8F-3 If for some reason the VS8F-3 fails to operate properly, and repair or replacem

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35InformationWhen you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below.As

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4 Contents Introduction...5 Features of the VS8F-3...

5 Introduction Features of the VS8F-3 The VS8F-3 is an optional board that can be installed in an effect expansion slot of a supported VS series unit

6 Before you use the VS8F-3 To use VS8F-3 in a VS series recorder, the system program version of the V Studio must be compatible with the VS8F-3. Pl

7 Before you use the VS8F-3 Using the SETUP DISC to update the system version Here's how to update the system program of your VS series device

8 Before you use the VS8F-3 Recovering your projects Restore the data that you had backed up in Backing up your projects (p. 6) back onto the har

9 Before you use the VS8F-3 Rules for installing effect expansion boards What is the Key Card? It is necessary to authorize the effect programs wit