Panel Descriptions - Roland U-8ST Getting Started Manual

Panel Descriptions

Top Panel
* The functions of the top panel controls may differ depending on the sequencer used in conjunction with your U-8. For more detailed
information, refer to your sequencer's manual.
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1.TIME/VALUE Dial
Moves the song position (the present time) forward and
backward.
When setting a parameter value, turn it clockwise to raise
the value or counterclockwise to lower it.
2.ENTER Button
When setting a parameter, this "locks in" the present value
as the parameter's new value.
At other times, it's used to answer "yes" to questions or to
press the button under the cursor.
3.EXIT Button
When setting a parameter, this cancels the setting.
At other times, it's used to answer "no" to questions.
4.CURSOR Buttons
Move the cursor and item selections up, down, left, and
right.
5.Record Indicator
Lights up during recording.
6.Playback Indicator
Lights up to show the progress of playback or recording.
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7.Record Button
This initiates recording.
8.Play Button
Starts playback or recording.
9.Stop Button
Stops playback or recording.
10.Fast-forward Button
Fast-forwards the song.
11.Rewind Button
Rewinds the song.
12.To Start of Song Button
Rewinds to the start of the song.
13.START Button
Starts songmaking. A dialog box appears and guides you
through the procedure.
14.GUITAR/INST (Guitar/Instrumental) Button
Starts recording for a guitar or another instrument. A dialog
box appears and guides you through the procedure.
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