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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Sampling Workstation
SP-606.
201a
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT
SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 2–3; p. 4–6). 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
Copyright © 2004 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Sampling Workstation SP-606. 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2–3; p. 4–6). 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.
  • Page 2 (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. • Never use or store the unit in places that are: •...
  • Page 3 012c • Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when: • The AC adaptor or the power-supply cord has been damaged;...

  • Page 4: Important Notes

    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. Additional Precautions •...
  • Page 5 (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials. • Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.
  • Page 6 * CompactFlash and are trademarks of SanDisk Corporation and licensed by CompactFlash associ- ation. * Roland Corporation is an authorized licensee of the CompactFlash™ and CF logo ( * Fugue © 2004 Kyoto Software Research, Inc. All rights reserved. ) trademarks.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Conventions Used in This Manual... 11 An Overview of the SP-606 ...12 How the Various Sections Are Connected... 12 Audio Signal Flow Inside the SP-606... 12 How the SP-606 Is Organized ... 13 Playing and Performing Sounds ... 13 Switching the Mode (Internal/External) ... 15 Top, Front, and Rear Panels ...16...
  • Page 8 Contents Selecting What the Effect Will Apply to (MFX Assign)... 34 Making Mastering Settings ... 34 List of Effects ... 35 Chapter 3. Sampling ...42 Available Sampling Time ... 42 Basic Sampling Procedure... 43 Preparations for Sampling ... 43 Recording the Sample ... 44 Resampling ...
  • Page 9 Appendix ... 76 Controllable V-LINK Functions and MIDI Messages ... 76 Bank Select/Program Change Function List... 77 Chapter 11. Using the SP-606 with Other MIDI Equipment ...78 About MIDI ... 78 About MIDI Connectors ... 78 About the MIDI Implementation Chart ... 78 MIDI on the SP-606...

  • Page 10: Main Features

    D Beam controller and V-LINK functionality (p. 72, p. 75) The SP-606 features a D Beam controller, which lets you control a filter or solo synthesizer simply by moving your hand. New realms of expression are made possible by V-LINK functionality, which lets you connect a compatible video device and control it to create video effects that are linked to the expressive elements of a musical performance.

  • Page 11: Conventions Used In This Manual

    The SP-606 provides not only USB-MIDI functionality, but also file transfer capability for importing and exporting .WAV and AIFF files. Audio drivers for WDM and ASIO are included, letting the SP-606 function as a versatile USB audio interface (on Windows or Macintosh) with a variety of inputs and outputs.

  • Page 12: An Overview Of The Sp-606

    This section lets you record the timing at which you want samples to play, and specify how the samples will be played. You can then play back this data to create automatic performances. Audio Signal Flow Inside the SP-606 fig.audioFlow Digital Line...

  • Page 13: How The Sp-606 Is Organized

    “songs,” which contain performance data. In addition the SP-606 operates in one of two modes: “internal mode” in which you use the SP-606’s pads and knobs to control the SP-606 itself; and “external mode,” in which the pads and knobs control the included P606 application running on your computer.
  • Page 14 When you sample into these banks, the samples will be saved in internal memory. When the SP-606 is shipped from the factory, samples are already loaded into pad banks 1–4. Since these samples are protected so that they will not be erased accidentally, you will be unable to edit or delete them.

  • Page 15: Switching The Mode (Internal/External)

    To select Internal mode, press [INT] so it’s lit. External In this mode you can use the SP-606’s pads and knobs to control the P606 application (an included sequencer for Windows) running on your USB-connected computer. To select External mode, press [EXT] so it’s lit.

  • Page 16: Top, Front, And Rear Panels

    Top, Front, and Rear Panels Top Panel fig.top-panel D BEAM controller By placing your hand above this you can apply various effects to a pattern or sample. (p. 72) TRIGGER button This lets you use the D Beam controller to play pads as an alternative to striking the pads.
  • Page 17 AUDIO IN REC LEVEL knob This adjusts the volume of the audio signal that is input via the rear panel INPUT (p. 19). Adjust this knob so that the level indicator does not light. (p. 26, p. 44) VOLUME knob This adjusts the volume of the audio signal that is output from the rear panel OUTPUT and PHONES jacks (p.

  • Page 18: Front Panel

    Top, Front, and Rear Panels INT/EXT buttons These buttons switch between Internal and External modes. Normally you will leave Internal mode selected. (p. 15) FUNC button You can hold down [FUNC] and press another button or pad to access an alternate function for that button or pad. CLIP BOARD button This button lets you use the clip board to copy a sample.

  • Page 19: Rear Panel

    4. AC adaptor jack Connect the included AC adaptor here. (p. 20) 5. USB connector Use a USB cable to connect the SP-606 to your computer. (p. 83) 6. MIDI connectors (OUT/IN) Use these to connect MIDI equipment. (p. 78) 7.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Sp-606 To Your Equipment

    (INPUT, DIGITAL IN) may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors, such as those from the Roland PCS series. Howling could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by: Changing the orientation of the microphone(s).

  • Page 21: Turning The Power On/Off

    When you have returned to the Play screen, it is safe to switch off the power. If you decide not to shut down, press [F2] (CANCEL). Lower the volume on the SP-606 and all your external equipment so they’re at the lowest possible level. Switch off all your external equipment.

  • Page 22: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card

    Carefully insert the Memory card all the way in-until it is firmly in place. When using a memory card for the first time, you must format it on the SP-606. (p. 67) Memory cards formatted by another device will not be recognized by the SP-606.

  • Page 23: Quick Start

    Press [F3] (SELECT) or [ENTER]. The selected pad bank will appear in the display. When the SP-606 is shipped from the factory, pad banks 1–4 contain preloaded data. Adjusting the Loudness of the Sound When You Strike the Pads Here’s how to adjust the loudness of the sounds produced when you strike the pads. This setting is common to all sixteen pads.

  • Page 24: Playing Patterns

    If the pattern number indication shown in the lower line is not highlighted, the SP-606 is already preparing to switch to the next pattern, so you will not be able to reserve the next pattern.

  • Page 25: Changing The Bpm (Tempo) During Pattern Playback

    Type” (p. 50) is set to PHRASE will take priority over SINGLE samples. Playing an Audio Input Signal The SP-606’s [INPUT SOURCE] pad lets you start/stop the sound of an external audio input source in the same way as when controlling a sample. You can also apply effects to this sound.

  • Page 26: Recording Your Own Samples

    Quick Start Power up the SP-606 using the procedure described in “Turning the Power On” (p. 21). Wait until the Pattern Play screen (p. 15) appears in the display. Hold down [FUNC] and press the [INPUT SOURCE] pad to get the INPUT SETTING screen.

  • Page 27: Sampling

    Play back your CD player and adjust the input level. If you selected INPUT in step 3, adjust the AUDIO IN REC LEVEL knob until the level is as high as you can get it without causing the knob’s level indicator to light. If you made connections to DIGITAL IN, the AUDIO IN REC LEVEL knob has no effect.

  • Page 28: Editing A Sample

    Editing a Sample Looping a Sample Causing a sample to play repeatedly from its beginning to its end is called “looping.” The SP-606 makes it easy for you create phrases by playing phrases repeatedly in this way. Go to the Play screen (p. 15).

  • Page 29: Reversing The Playback

    Reversing the Playback The Reverse setting makes a sample play in the opposite direction, as if a tape were being played backward. Go to the Play screen (p. 15). Hold down [FUNC] and press pad [13] (SAMPLE PARAM) to get the SAMPLE EDIT screen. Press the pad whose sample you want to edit.

  • Page 30: Chapter 1. Playing The Pads/Making Pad Settings

    Chapter 1. Playing the Pads/Making Pad Settings Playing the Pads For details on basic ways to play the pads, refer to “Playing Samples from the Pads” in the Quick Start (p. 23). Playing a Roll Here’s how you can make a sample play repeatedly (i.e., “roll”) as long as you hold down a pad. Go to the Play screen (p.

  • Page 31: Making Pad Settings

    You can protect a pad bank so that it cannot be edited or erased. When the SP-606 is shipped from the factory, you will not be able to edit or erase pad banks 1–4 since they are protected to prevent the samples from being deleted accidentally.

  • Page 32: Deleting A Sample

    Chapter 1. Playing the Pads/Making Pad Settings Deleting a Sample Go to the Play screen (p. 15). Hold down [FUNC] and press pad [9] (PAD UTIL) to get the PAD UTILITY screen. Press [F1] (DELETE) to get the PAD DELETE screen. Press the pad whose sample you want to delete;...

  • Page 33: Chapter 2. Using Effects

    Chapter 2. Using Effects The SP-606 contains three built-in effect modules, which can be used simultaneously. “MFX” stands for Multi-Effects. Refer to “Audio Signal Flow Inside the SP-606” (p. 12). Basic Effect Operation Turning Effects On/Off Go to the Play screen (p. 15).

  • Page 34: Selecting What The Effect Will Apply To (Mfx Assign)

    Chapter 2. Using Effects You can exchange MFX1 and MFX2 by holding down [FUNC] and pressing [F1] (EXCHG). A message of “Exchange MFX1&2, Are You Sure?” will appear. Press [F3] (EXEC) to perform the exchange, or press [F2] (CANCEL) if you decide to cancel the operation. Press [F1] (LIST) to get the MFX1 TYPE LIST or MFX2 TYPE LIST screen.

  • Page 35: List Of Effects

    Press [F3] (SELECT) or [ENTER] to confirm your choice. You will return to the MASTERING screen. If you decide to cancel, press [EXIT]. Editing the Mastering Setup Use [ ] to select the parameter you want to edit. Turn the VALUE dial or use [DEC][INC] to edit the parameter value. Parameter Value Spilt Freq...
  • Page 36 Chapter 2. Using Effects CTRL 1 6 COMPRESSOR SUSTAIN Makes the sound levels more Adjusts the amount of com- consistent. pression. 7 LO-FI PROCESSOR SMPL RATE Produces a “lo-fi” sound. Adjusts the sampling rate. (*3) 8 GUITAR AMP SIM AMP TYPE Simulates a guitar amp Selects the type of guitar amp.
  • Page 37 CTRL 1 16 BPM AUTO PAN DEPTH Cyclically varies the pan posi- Adjusts the depth of the effect. tion of the sound in synchroni- zation with the BPM (tempo). 17 AUTO PAN DEPTH Cyclically varies the pan posi- Adjusts the depth of the effect. tion of the sound.
  • Page 38 Chapter 2. Using Effects CTRL 1 24 PHASER DEPTH Adds modulation to the sound. Adjusts the depth of modula- tion. 25 STEP PHASER RATE Varies the pitch of the phaser Adjusts the rate of modulation. sound in stepwise fashion. 26 RING MODULATOR FREQ Gives the sound a metallic Adjusts the pitch of the metal-...
  • Page 39 CTRL 1 36 DISTORTION DIST Severely distorts the sound. Adjusts the amount of distor- tion. 37 FUZZ DRIVE Adds new overtones to the Adjusts the amount of distor- sound, distorting it severely. tion. 38 WAH SENS Produces a wah effect. Adjusts the sensitivity of the wah effect.
  • Page 40 Chapter 2. Using Effects *1: For effect types 43–45, you can hold down [FUNC] and press [F2] (SUB) to access a sub-parameter screen. The tables shown below list the parameters that appear in these screens. Press [F3] (EXIT) to return to the previous screen. 43 SUBSONIC Value Explanation...
  • Page 41 *3: As you turn the knob toward the right, the sampling rate will change continuously over a range of 1–1/16th of 44.1 kHz. *4: Speaker type specifications “Speakers” indicates the diameter (in inches) and number of the speakers. Type Cabinet —...

  • Page 42: Chapter 3. Sampling

    Do not use this device to make illegal recordings. Roland Corporation accepts no responsibility for any damages or penalties you may be required to pay as a result of making illegal recordings using Roland-manufactured equipment.

  • Page 43: Basic Sampling Procedure

    Turn on the power of the device you connected in step 3. Turn on the power of the SP-606, using the procedure described in “Turning the Power On” (p. 21). Wait until the Pattern Play screen (p. 15) appears in the display.

  • Page 44: Recording The Sample

    Press [SAMPLING] to get the SAMPLING MENU screen. If P606 is running in Windows and is connected to the SP- 606, and the SP-606 is in External mode (p. 15), the EXT SEQ SAMPLING STANDBY screen (p. 49) will appear.

  • Page 45: Resampling

    “Resampling” is the process of playing back one or more existing samples and re-recording (re- sampling) the result. On the SP-606, you can resample only samples within the same pad bank. You cannot resample using the Roll function (p. 30).
  • Page 46 Chapter 3. Sampling Resampling Up to Four Existing Samples in Combination Go to the Play screen (p. 15). Press [SAMPLING] to get the SAMPLING MENU screen. [SAMPLING] will blink. Press [F2] (RESMPL) to get the RESAMPLING STANDBY screen. In the lower line of the screen, REMAIN indicates the length (remaining time) available for resampling.

  • Page 47: Resampling (Manual)

    Resampling Your Pad Performance Go to the Play screen (p. 15). Press [SAMPLING] to get the SAMPLING MENU screen. [SAMPLING] will blink. Press [F2] (RESMPL) to get the RESAMPLING STANDBY screen. In the lower line of the screen, REMAIN indicates the length (remaining time) available for resampling.

  • Page 48: Using Ext Seq Sampling

    For details, refer to the owner’s manual for your external sequencer. Perform all of the steps in “Preparations for Sampling” (p. 43), and make audio connections from your external sound source to the SP-606. Go to the Play screen (p. 15).

  • Page 49: Sampling A Performance From The P606

    Sampling will end automatically, and you will return to the Play screen. Sampling a Performance from the P606 Connect the SP-606 via USB to the P606 running in Windows (p. 83). Press [EXT] so it’s lit, and External mode (p. 15) is selected.

  • Page 50: Chapter 4. Editing A Sample

    Chapter 4. Editing a Sample Basic Procedure for Editing Sample Parameters Go to the Play screen (p. 15). Hold down [FUNC] and press pad [13] (SAMPLE PARAM) to get the SAMPLE EDIT screen. The number of the pad you press in step 3 is shown at the lower left of the screen.

  • Page 51: Specifying The Start/End Points Of A Sample (Omitting Unwanted Portions)

    Parameter Value Beat 1/4–8/4 Measure 1/128–1/2, 1–99998 Specifying the Start/End Points of a Sample (Omitting Unwanted Portions) Go to the Play screen (p. 15). Hold down [FUNC] and press pad [14] (SAMPLE LOOP EDIT) to get the SAMPLE LOOP EDIT screen. The waveform of the sample is displayed.

  • Page 52: Changing A Sample's Bpm (Tempo)

    Chapter 4. Editing a Sample Press [F3] (TRUNC). A message “Truncate, Are You Sure?” will ask you whether you are sure you want to truncate (delete) the portions of the sample that are outside the specified Start and End points. To truncate the sample, press [F3 (EXEC).

  • Page 53: Dividing A Sample (Chop)

    Dividing a Sample (Chop) The Chop function automatically divides the sample of the currently selected pad into several samples, according to the Level (threshold value) you specify. The sample can be chopped into a maximum of sixteen samples. For some phrases, such as those that contain many notes or simultaneously played notes, it may not be possible to divide the sample appropriately.

  • Page 54: Chapter 5. Creating A Pattern

    Chapter 5. Creating a Pattern About Pattern Recording You can create original patterns by recording your performance on the pads. A pattern can be recorded in either of the following two ways. Realtime Recording In this method you strike the pads to record them while the pattern plays. The pattern will continue repeating, and the data you input (i.e., your pad strikes) will be added to the pattern.

  • Page 55: Erasing Unwanted Performance Data

    Press [F3] (START) or [ If you specified a “Count In” (p. 54) of 1 MEAS or 2 MEAS, a count-in (unrecorded region) will be inserted. Realtime recording will begin after the count-in. The screen will show the current measure and beat. If you press [F2] (REHRSL), the screen will indicate “Rehearsal,”...

  • Page 56: Step Recording

    Chapter 5. Creating a Pattern Step Recording There are two types of step recording; “step recording note,” where you specify the length of the notes to input, and “step recording sample,” where input will proceed in steps equal to the actual length of the samples. Step Recording Note Procedure Go to the Pattern Play screen (p.

  • Page 57: Step Recording Sample Procedure

    Step Recording Sample Procedure Each time you input a sample, the input location will advance by the number of measures in the sample (minimum 1/128th of a measure). This is convenient when you are creating a succession of samples that you want to synchronize to the tempo of the pattern.

  • Page 58: Chapter 6. Pattern Editing

    (p. 24). When the SP-606 is shipped, the Protect setting is turned on for the preloaded patterns. If you attempt to edit or delete a preloaded pattern in this state, the message “Protected!” will appear, and you will be unable to edit or delete the pattern unless you turn off the Protect setting.

  • Page 59: Storing Track Mute Settings In A Pattern

    Storing Track Mute Settings in a Pattern Go to the Pattern Play screen (p. 15). Turn the VALUE dial or use [DEC][INC] to select the pattern you want to edit. You can also select a pattern from the pattern list (p. 24). Press [F2] (EDIT) to get the PATTERN EDIT screen.

  • Page 60: Inserting Performance Data (Create)

    Chapter 6. Pattern Editing Inserting Performance Data (CREATE) Here’s how to insert new performance data at the desired location in a pattern. Press [F1] (CREATE) to get the CREATE EVENT screen. Specify the location at which you want to insert data. (Example) 01-1-00: measure 1, beat 1, tick 00 Use [ ] to move the cursor to “measure,”...

  • Page 61: Changing The Groove Of A Pattern (Swing)

    Changing the Groove of a Pattern (SWING) Go to the Pattern Play screen (p. 15). Turn the VALUE dial or use [DEC][INC] to select the pattern you want to edit. You can also choose a pattern from the pattern list (p. 24). Press [F2] (EDIT) to get the PATTERN EDIT screen.

  • Page 62: Deleting A Pattern

    Chapter 6. Pattern Editing Deleting a Pattern Go to the Pattern Play screen (p. 15). Turn the VALUE dial or use [DEC][INC] to select the pattern you want to delete. You can also choose a pattern from the pattern list (p. 24). Press [F2] (EDIT) to get the PATTERN EDIT screen.

  • Page 63: Chapter 7. Songs

    Chapter 7. Songs Recording a Song Basic Procedure for Recording a Song You create a song by connecting patterns in the desired order. Go to the Song Play screen (p. 15). While the song is stopped, turn the VALUE dial or use [DEC][INC] to select the song you want to record. You can also choose a song from the song list (p.

  • Page 64: Editing A Song

    Chapter 7. Songs Editing a Song Basic Procedure for Editing a Song Go to the Song Play screen (p. 15). Press [F2] (EDIT) to get the SONG EDIT screen. In the upper line of the screen, the song name is shown at the left, and the current step/total number of steps are shown at the right.

  • Page 65: Deleting A Song

    Press [F1] (TYPE) to switch between uppercase/lowercase/numerals. Press [F2] (DELETE) to delete the character at the cursor location. Press [F3] (INSERT) to insert a space at the cursor location. Press [ENTER] to update the name of the song. If you decide to cancel, press [EXIT]. Deleting a Song Go to the Song Play screen (p.

  • Page 66: Selecting And Playing A Song From The Song List

    Chapter 7. Songs Selecting and Playing a Song from the Song List Go to the Song Play screen (p. 15). Press [F1] (LIST) to get the SONG LIST screen. Turn the VALUE dial or use [ and press [F3] (SELECT) or [ENTER] to confirm your choice. If you decide to cancel, press [EXIT].

  • Page 67: Chapter 8. Using A Memory Card

    Chapter 8. Using a Memory Card If the SP-606 is powered up, do not remove the memory card from the SP-606’s card slot before shutting down (p. 22). Doing so may damage the SP-606 or the data in the memory card.

  • Page 68: Card Utility Operations

    • The loop point settings within an AIFF file are ignored. • If you attempt to import WAV/AIFF data in a format not supported by the SP-606, the error message “unsupported!” will appear, and the data will not be imported.

  • Page 69: File Export

    Turn the VALUE dial or use [DEC][INC] to select the file you want to import. If you want to select multiple files, press [F1] (MARK) to assign a check mark to each file you want to select. If the memory card contains no files, the display will indicate “Empty.” Press a pad to select the import-destination pad.

  • Page 70: Backup Save

    Chapter 8. Using a Memory Card BACKUP SAVE This operation saves backup data (all settings of the SP-606, including the samples, pad banks, patterns, and songs) to a memory card. Up to four sets of backup data can be saved on one memory card.

  • Page 71: Backup Delete

    BACKUP DELETE This operation deletes the specified set of backup data (all settings of the SP-606, including the samples, pad banks, patterns, and songs) from a memory card. In the CARD UTILITY screen, use [ “Backup Delete” line. Press [ENTER] to get the BACKUP DELETE screen.

  • Page 72: Chapter 9. Using The D Beam

    Chapter 9. Using the D Beam Using the D Beam Controller The D Beam is a controller that you use simply by moving your hand above it. Three different ways of using the D Beam are already set up for immediate use; trigger, synth, and filter. By adjusting the D Beam settings you can use it to apply a wide range of other effects.

  • Page 73: D Beam Setting Parameters

    D Beam Setting Parameters TRIGGER As an alternative to striking the pad itself, you can use the D Beam controller to play a specified pad. Parameter Value Pad Number 1–16 Pad Velocity 1–127 Trig Mode MOMENTARY, LATCH SYNTH This lets you use the D Beam to control the pitch of a built-in monophonic synthesizer. Parameter Value Send Select...

  • Page 74: D Beam Info (D Beam Information) Screen

    Chapter 9. Using the D Beam Parameter Value Vibrato Depth 0–127 LFO Wave 0–127 LFO Rate 0–127 PORTAMENT 0–100 TIME FILTER This lets you use the D Beam to control a built-in filter that features an extremely steep slope. Parameter Value Cutoff Low 0–127...

  • Page 75: Chapter 10. About V-Link

    • Use the SP-606’s sequencer to play music and show images in synchronization. • Use the SP-606’s pads or sequencer playback (song or pattern) to switch photos or pages on the Edirol P-1. In order to use V-LINK between the SP-606 and the Edirol P-1, you will need to connect the two units using a MIDI cable (sold separately).

  • Page 76: V-Link Setup Parameters

    Chapter 10. About V-LINK V-LINK Setup Parameters Use [ ] to choose the setting (parameter) you want to edit. Turn the VALUE dial or use [DEC][INC] to edit the value of the parameter. Parameter V-LINK Ctrl Ch CTRL1 CTRL2 CTRL3 D Beam Seq Ctrl Bank When you have finished setting the parameters, press [F3] (WRITE) to store the settings.

  • Page 77: Bank Select/Program Change Function List

    Bank Select/Program Change Function List Bank Select Program Change DV-7PR Palette 1–20 Page 1–20 (00H 00H–13H 00H) (00H 00H–13H 00H) Clip 1–32 Photo 1–12 (00H–1FH) (00H–0BH) Chapter 10. About V-LINK Ch A/B (00H 00H/01H 00H) Input 1–4 (00H–03H)

  • Page 78: Chapter 11. Using The Sp-606 With Other Midi Equipment

    About the MIDI Implementation Chart The MIDI implementation chart (p. 96) provides an easy way to see just what MIDI messages the SP-606 is able to transmit and receive. By placing this chart beside the MIDI implementation chart of another MIDI device, you can see at a glance which MIDI messages can be sent and received between the two devices.

  • Page 79: Changing The Midi Settings

    OFF: The pads will not sound even if messages are received from an external MIDI device. 1–9: Specify the channel that will play Pad Banks 1–4. The MIDI channel for each set of four banks is assigned relative to this value, as described in “MIDI on the SP-606” (p. 78).

  • Page 80: Chapter 12. System Settings

    About the System Settings Using the Included CD-ROM to Restore the Factory-Set Condition The included “DRIVER/FACTORY DATA” CD-ROM contains data you can use to restore the SP-606 to the state it was in when it left the factory. All internal memory data will be lost if you perform this procedure. If you want to keep your data, make a backup before you proceed.

  • Page 81: Making System Settings

    12. The message “This will clear all the internal contents. Are you sure?” will appear. Press [F3] (EXEC). If you decide to cancel, press [F2] (CANCEL). The display will indicate “Executing...” 13. The message “Please Power Off.” will blink. Turn off the power of the SP-606, and then turn it back on again. Making System Settings Go to the Play screen (p.

  • Page 82: Checking System Information

    Chapter 12. System Settings Checking System Information If you hold down [FUNC] and press [F1] (INFO) in steps 3–7 of “Making System settings,” the SYSTEM INFO (System Information) screen will appear. • You can press [F1] (MEMORY) to see the following items of memory-related information. Item Internal Card...

  • Page 83: Chapter 13. About Usb

    USB cable or turn off the power while data is being transferred or while P606 is running. Installing the USB Driver In order to take full advantage of the SP-606’s capabilities, you will need to install the included USB driver in your computer. Windows XP/2000 users: From the “DRIVER/FACTORY DATA CD-ROM”...

  • Page 84: Usb Audio Signal Flow

    OFF: Use the driver provided by Windows or Mac OS. * After you change this setting, you need to cycle the power to the SP-606. ON: Use the Roland driver. Choose this setting when using P606 or in order to take full advantage of the SP-606’s capabilities. OFF, Turns USB audio input on/off.

  • Page 85: Copying Files Or Folders Via Usb

    Insert a memory card into the card slot (p. 22). Before using a memory card for the first time, you must format it on the SP-606 (p. 67). The SP-606 will not recognize a memory card that was formatted by another device.

  • Page 86: Chapter 14. About P606

    Refer to “Installing the USB Driver” (p. 83). * For details on how to use P606, refer to P606 Help. * P606 will not start up unless the SP-606 is connected to your computer using USB. Installing P606 Run the program setup.exe from the included “P606”...

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section provides points to check and actions to take when the SP-606 does not function as you expect. Refer to the appropriate section for the problem you are experiencing. The Screen Display Is Not Visible, or Is Difficult to Read...
  • Page 88 Can’t Select Data from a Memory Card Is the memory card inserted correctly? Shut down the SP-606, remove the memory card, and reinsert it all the way into the slot. (p. 22) Is the memory card of the correct type? The SP-606 can use CompactFlash cards with a capacity of from 16 MB through 512 MB (3.3V).
  • Page 89 Was the memory card formatted correctly? Only memory cards that were formatted by the SP-606 can be used. Format the memory card on the SP-606. (p. 67) Sequencer-Related Problems Doesn’t Play When You Press [ (Play) Have you selected a pattern or song that contains...

  • Page 90: Message Lists/Recommended Memory Cards

    Shutdown procedure. The contents of internal memory or the memory card may have been damaged. Roland Corporation accepts no responsibility for the recovery of data lost from internal memory or memory card, nor any damages resulting from such loss. Action You must use the correct procedure to turn off the power.

  • Page 91: Recommended Memory Cards

    You selected a backup file that contains no data. Empty Pad! You selected a pad that contains no sample. Recommended Memory Cards As of the date of writing, the following memory cards have been tested by Roland and found to operate correctly with the SP-606. Maker DELKIN DEVICES...

  • Page 92: Midi Implementation

    Version: 1.00 1. Receive data ■Channel Voice Messages * For the correspondence between note numbers and pad banks, refer to “MIDI on the SP-606” (p. 78). ●Note Off Status 2nd byte 3rd byte n = MIDI channel number: 0H - FH (ch.1 - ch.16)

  • Page 93: Song Position Pointer

    System Exclusive Message status ii = ID number: an ID number (manufacturer ID) to indicate the manufacturer whose Exclusive message this is. Roland’s manufacturer ID is 41H. ID numbers 7EH and 7FH are extensions of the MIDI standard; Universal Non-realtime Messages (7EH) and Universal Realtime Messages (7FH).
  • Page 94 Byte Explanation Exclusive status ID number (Roland) Device ID 00H 6EH Model ID (SP-606) Command ID (DT1) Address MSB Address Address Address LSB Data: the actual data to be sent. Multiple bytes of data are transmitted in order starting from the address.
  • Page 95 / 128 = quotient ... remainder 128 - remainder = checksum (However, the checksum will be 0 if the remainder is 0.) The SP-606 will process the data even if the received checksum is incorrect. MIDI Implementation Data (Value) 400 (40.0)–...

  • Page 96: Midi Implementation Chart

    MIDI Implementation Chart (INT MODE) MIDI Implementation Chart (INT MODE) Model SP-606 (INT MODE) Function... Basic Default Channel Changed Default Mode Messages Altered Note Number : True Voice Note On Velocity Note Off After Key's Touch Channel's Pitch Bend Control...
  • Page 97 MIDI Implementation Chart (EXT MODE) Model SP-606 (EXT MODE) Function... Basic Default Channel Changed Default Mode Messages Altered Note Number : True Voice Note On Velocity Note Off After Key's Touch Channel's Pitch Bend Control Change Program : True Number...

  • Page 98: Specifications

    Specifications SP-606: Sampling Workstation Maximum Polyphony 8 voices Maximum Sampling Time (mono, approx.) Internal Memory STANDARD LONG 5 min. 11 min. * Including Pre-loaded Sample Banks Card Memory (CompactFlash) Card capacity STANDARD LONG 16 MB 5 min. 11 min. 32 MB 12 min.
  • Page 99 • While under most conditions, a computer similar to the above will permit normal operation of the P606, Roland cannot guarantee compatibility solely on these factors. This is due to numerous variables that may influence the processing environment, such as differences in motherboard design and the particular combination of other devices involved.
  • Page 100 Index AC adaptor ... 19–20 Assign ... 50 AUDIO IN REC LEVEL ... 17, 25–26, 43–44 Auto Trig ... 27, 44, 46–49 Backup ... 70–71 BACKUP DELETE ... 71 BACKUP LOAD ... 70 BACKUP SAVE ... 70 Bank Select ... 77 Beat ...
  • Page 101 LCD Contrast ... 81 Level ... 50, 53, 73 LFO Rate ... 74 LFO Wave ... 74 Load Factory Data ... 80 Loop ... 28 Loop Sw ... 28, 50 MASTER LEVEL ... 82 MASTERING ... 17, 33–34, 45 MASTERING SETUP LIST ... 34 Meas ...
  • Page 102 Index Sample ... 13, 23 SAMPLE EDIT ... 28–29, 50 SAMPLE LOOP EDIT ... 51 Sampler ... 12 SAMPLING ... 18, 26–27, 42, 49 SAMPLING GAIN ... 42 Sampling Grade ... 43, 81 SAMPLING MENU ... 27, 44, 46–48 SAMPLING STANDBY ... 27, 44 Scale ...
  • Page 103 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : SP-606 Type of Equipment : Sampling Workstation Responsible Party : Roland Corporation U.S. Address : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 Telephone : (323) 890-3700 NOTICE AVIS For the U.K.
  • Page 104 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. PHILIPPINES AFRICA AFRICA G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc. 339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue EGYPT Makati, Metro Manila 1200,...

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