Connecting The Vs-2000 To A Computer Via Usb; Caution When Using Usb Storage Mode - Roland VS-2000 Owner's Manual

Connecting the VS-2000 to a Computer Via USB

You can exchange various files with a computer connected to the VS-2000 via a USB
connection. You can:
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The VS-2000 box contains a CD-ROM on which you'll find Mac and PC software that
allows you to convert VS-format files to WAV files or AIFF files and vice versa. See the
documentation included with the software to learn how to convert files.
Realtime audio signals and MIDI messages cannot be handled via the VS-2000's USB
connector.
Any USB-related process begins with the activation of USB storage in the VS-2000.

Caution when using USB storage mode

Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of the data that was stored
on a hard disk once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability
concerning such loss of data.
Further, Roland Corporation will accept no responsibility for improper function of
VS-2000 caused by the incorrect operation.
Please read following instruction and "Cautions when establishing the USB connection"
(Page 82) carefully before the USB connection with computers.
When you connect the VS-2000 to your computer using a USB cable, all folders and
files on the VS-2000's hard disk will be displayed on the computer monitor, and you
will be able to freely modify, delete, or add to these files via USB. In addition, you
will be able to initialize the VS-2000's hard disk remotely using the computer.
Also, initializing or de-fragmentation of VS-2000's hard disk is possible remotely
from the computer.
Note, however, that if files and folders are modified, deleted, or added using the
computer, or if the hard disk is initialized, or if de-fragmentation is executed, the
VS-2000 may no longer be able to function properly, and important data could be
lost. It is crucial, therefore, that no operations other than contained application
(VS-2000 Wave Converter) be carried out using USB.
Do not perform the following actions when switching to USB mode or transmitting
data. These operations may result in your computer not responding. Data on VS-
2000's hard disk may also be corrupted.
Do not: • Disconnect the USB cable
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Move recordings from the VS-2000 to the computer—VS-2000 recordings can be
transferred to the computer and converted to WAV files or AIFF files for editing,
processing, etc.
Move audio files to the VS-2000 from the computer—WAV files or AIFF files can be
converted to VS-format files on the computer and transferred to the VS-2000.
Important
• Put the computer in suspended (standby) mode or hibernation, restart, or quit
• Turn off the VS-2000's power
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