Summary of Contents for Roland Digital Snake S-2416
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Before using the S-2416, ensure that its system program is at the most recent version. For information on available upgrades for the system program, see the Roland website (http://proav.roland.com).
Roland Service Center, or an authorized Use only the supplied power cord the plug from the outlet Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” when: • The power cord has been damaged; or Use only the attached power cord. Also,...
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY CAUTION CAUTION Place in a well ventilated location Handle the ground terminal carefully If you remove the screw from the ground The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with terminal, be sure to replace it;...
• Roland, REAC, and V-Mixer are either registered may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce is physically damaged, restoration of the stored trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in audible noise.
Before Installing Changing Where the Rack-Mount Angles Are Attached • You can shift the location where the rack-mount angles are installed by 16 millimeters. • Attaching the rack-mount angles at the back lets you change the orientation in which the unit is mounted on a rack. NOTE Before carrying out this operation, detach all connections.
Panel Descriptions Front Panel Name Explanation Various input devices are connected to these. The inputs include a variable-gain preamp that can accept signals from -65 through +10 dBu (nominal, maximum input: +28 dBu). The status of the connectors is displayed on 3 indicators. CLIP Lights in red when the input signal exceeds 0 dB (digital full scale).
Panel Descriptions Name Explanation This is a female 9-pin D-sub connector. REMOTE connector It is used to connect a dedicated remote controller for digital snake devices (the S-4000R) or a computer installed with dedicated remote control software (S-4000RCS). The REMOTE indicator lights in orange when an S-2416 is communicating with S-4000R or computer via the REMOTE indicator RS-232C connection.
When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” sheet.
Preparations for Power-Up Connecting the Power Cord Turning the Power On and Off Connect the included power cord to the AC IN connector on rear * Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume panel. Be sure to use the included power cord for connecting the down.
Cables for REAC Connections With Digital Snake and V-Mixing Systems, digital transmission of audio signals is performed by means of REAC (Roland Ethernet Audio Communication). Compared to analog transmission, this system is extremely resistant to external noise, but in very rare instances, noise can occur.
Connecting REAC Devices When Using AES/EBU INPUT AES/EBU S-2416: Slave V-Mixer: Master Mixer, etc. Word-clock generator S-2416 settings NOTE Change the setting of the [REAC MODE] switch and [MODE] switch while the S-2416 is powered down. [REAC MODE] switch Setting S (Slave) [MODE] switch Setting...
Connecting REAC Devices When Also Using AES/EBU INPUT with a Cascade Connection This gives an overview of the settings when connecting the V-Mixer with a cascade connection to an S-0816 unit. AES/EBU Mixer, etc. S-2416: Slave S-0816: Slave V-Mixer: Master Word-clock generator AES/EBU INPUT is the audio signals of inputs 25 through 32 on the S-2416.
Connecting REAC Devices When Using Duplex REAC Lines If the REAC MAIN signal is interrupted, communication automatically switches to REAC BACKUP. S-2416: Slave V-Mixer: Master S-2416 settings NOTE Change the setting of the [REAC MODE] switch and [MODE] switch while the S-2416 is powered down. [REAC MODE] switch Setting S (Slave)
Connecting REAC Devices When Connecting S-2416 Units to One Another S-2416: Slave S-2416: Master NOTE Change the setting of the [REAC MODE] switch and [MODE] switch while the S-2416 is powered down. Slave-unit settings Master-unit settings [REAC MODE] switch Setting [REAC MODE] switch Setting S (Slave)
Connecting Devices * To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections. * This instrument is equipped with balanced (XLR) type jacks. Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown on “INPUT/OUTPUT Connector” of “Connector Information”(p.
Connecting Devices Connecting Digital Devices When connecting digital equipment, use a commercially available breakout cable and make the connection to the AES/EBU connector. * The AES/EBU connector is a 25-pin D-sub female connector wired as shown in “AES/EBU connector” in “Connector Information”(p. 25). Check the wiring of cables and equipment before connecting them.
Making Settings for the Input Channels Making Settings Using an S-4000R Adjusting the Preamp Gain You can adjust the preamp gain on the S-2416 before sending the The S-4000R is a dedicated remote controller for digital snake signal to a mixer. devices.
Making Settings for the Input Channels Switching the Gain Range (Pad) Supplying Phantom Power You can switch the pad on and off to change the variable range of You can supply phantom power from the S-2416 when a condenser the preamp gain for individual channels. microphone or other device requiring +48 V of power is connected.
Making Settings for the Input Channels Switching Off Stereo Link Manipulating Two Channels As a Pair (Stereo Link) NOTE Switching off Stereo Link does not make the values and other Using the Stereo Link feature lets you simultaneously manipulate settings go back to what they were before Stereo Link was two adjacent channels, one odd-numbered and one even (1 and 2, switched on.
You can make various settings for the input channel at the for digital snake devices to make the various settings for the input operation screen on the Roland V-Mixer. channels. Connect the V-Mixer to the S-2416, then make various settings at the CHANNEL DISPLAY screen.
Replace with a new power cord. The power cord is damaged. – Consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” sheet. REAC has the following three operation modes, and the mode setting for each connected REAC device must be made correctly.
Appendix Main Specifications Roland S-2416: STAGE UNIT Number of Channels 32 in 24 out Sample Rate: 96.0 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz AD Conversion Signal Processing: 24 bits Sample Rate: 96.0 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz DA Conversion Signal Processing: 24 bits -2 dB / +0 dB (@ +4 dBu, 20 Hz to 40 kHz, Sample Rate: 96 kHz, typ.)
Appendix Connector Information REAC connector Cat5e crossover wiring Cat5e straight wiring REMOTE connector * Cable length should be 15 meters or shorter. Pin No. Signal Pins Included RS-232C cable TxD (Data Out) RxD (Data In) Short to pin 8 Short to pin 7 INPUT/OUTPUT connector XLR balanced XLR unbalanced...
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Compliance Information Statement Model Name : S-2416 Type of Equipment : Audio I/O unit Responsible Party : Roland Corporation U.S. Address : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700 Telephone : For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION...
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