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Edirol R-4 Pro Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2 For EU Countries CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is Apparatus containing incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or Lithium batteries equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. ADVARSEL! VARNING Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte.
  • Page 3 Refer amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service capable of producing sound levels that could cause Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on permanent hearing loss.
  • Page 4 • Avoid using new batteries together with used ones. In addition, avoid mixing different types of batteries. Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page. • Remove the batteries whenever the unit is to remain unused for ....................
  • Page 5 Important Notes 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 3 and 4, please read and observe the following: Power Supply: Use of Batteries 355b • When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water •...
  • Page 6 In such instances, consult your dealer or the recommend that you back up important performance and nearest Roland Service Center. Note, however, that it may image data that cannot be recorded again onto the external not be possible to recover any data from the hard disk once media that is supported by your device.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Connecting to a video device with a timecode port ....84 Introducing the R-4 Pro ..... 9 Application guide ....89 The R-4 Pro’s controls and connectors..9 Connecting an external mic for CD-quality Display............. 18 stereo recording ......89 What is a project? ...........

  • Page 8: Checking The Included Items

    ■ R-4 Pro fig.R-4.eps_50 ■ AC adapter This AC adapter is designed specifically for the R-4 Pro. Do not attempt to use any other adapter with the R-4. ■ Power Conversion Cable This is the R-4 Pro dedicated XLR connector (4-pin) and AC adapter conversion cable.

  • Page 9: Introducing The R-4 Pro

    * The hard disk may be damaged if you turn off the power of the R-4 Pro while data is being read from or written to the hard disk (such as during recording or playback). You must also be careful not to turn off the power while data is being transferred between the hard disk and an external memory device.
  • Page 10 Introducing the R-4 Pro fig.panel-1.eps_50 Hold switch [HOLD] By selecting the HOLD ON position, you can disable the panel buttons so that unwanted operations will not occur if a button is pressed accidentally. However, even if this switch is set to HOLD ON, the phantom power switches...
  • Page 11 Divide, Combine, and Merge. For details, refer to “Editing” (p. 51). You won't be able to enter Wave Edit mode during playback or recording, or if the R-4 Pro’s hard disk contains no files that the R-4 Pro can handle.
  • Page 12 Introducing the R-4 Pro fig.panel-1.eps_50 Cursor/Monitor Select buttons [CURSOR/MONITOR SELECT] Use these buttons to select items shown in the display. When you’re in the main screen, you can press the up/down buttons to select the channel that you want to monitor.
  • Page 13 Recording will begin immediately when you press the REC button. The REC button is lit red during recording. If you hold down the PAUSE button and press the REC button, the REC button will blink red, and the R-4 Pro enters recording standby mode. Recording will begin when you then press the REC button PAUSE button.
  • Page 14 USB connector [USB] You can use the included USB cable to connect the R-4 Pro to your computer to move or copy projects that were recorded on the R-4 Pro. You can also move or copy files from your computer the R-4 Pro’s hard disk.
  • Page 15 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” page.
  • Page 16 * The XLR type connectors 1-4 can provide 48 V phantom power, allowing you to connect phantom-powered condenser mics. In this case, turn on the phantom power switch ( fig.XLR-TRS This R-4 pro is equipped with balanced (XLR) type connectors. Wiring diagrams for 1:GND 2:HOT these jacks are shown below.
  • Page 17 Bottom panel Battery compartment Install batteries here if you want to operate the R-4 Pro on battery power. The orientation in which you must insert the batteries is shown on the side of the battery compartment. Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the batteries.

  • Page 18: Display

    Display While playing or stopped The Main screen The R-4 Pro Main screen shows information about the project and the operational status of the R-4 Pro. You can press the [DISPLAY] button to switch the contents of the display. fig.play-disp.eps...
  • Page 19 The default value is 100. Channel level sliders * The settings are stored by the R-4 Pro and not in the project. When you turn off the power, the settings revert to the default value. * These settings do not affect the recording levels.
  • Page 20 Introducing the R-4 Pro While recording The Main screen The R-4 Pro Main screen displays information about the project and the operational status of the R-4 Pro. You can press the [DISPLAY] button to switch the contents of the display. Time counter...
  • Page 21 * When the recording buffer is close to capacity, the “HDD buffering” message is displayed. If vibration or sound pressure may be the cause, take the R-4 Pro to a location where there is no vibration or sound pressure and check if the recording buffer capacity is restored.

  • Page 22: What Is A Project

    What is a project? On the R-4 Pro, the data that you record and play back is handled as a project. On the hard disk, each project actually consists of a folder with one or more files, as shown below.
  • Page 23 Limitations on file size The R-4 Pro can handle files up to 2 GB in size. If the file size reaches 2 GB during recording, the file is closed. Then, a new file is created and recording continues. When you finish recording, these files appear as separate projects.

  • Page 24: Getting Ready To Use The R-4 Pro24

    Getting ready to use the R-4 Pro Basic connection examples To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections. fig.basic.eps Analog connection...

  • Page 25: Connecting The Ac Adapter And Turning The Power On/Off

    Plug the power conversion cable connector into the power connector on the R-4 Pro side panel (left). Plug the AC adapter into an AC power outlet. To turn the power on, press and hold the R-4 Pro [POWER] switch for about two seconds. Wait until the Main screen appears.

  • Page 26: Turning On The Power

    (The R-4 Pro cannot recharge nickel metal-hydride batteries. You must use a separate charger.) * You must specify the type of batteries in the R-4 Pro System Settings menu item “5 System Setup” (p. 75). The R-4 Pro will not operate correctly if the specified battery type that does not match the actual batteries.
  • Page 27 • Do not mix new batteries with used batteries nor mix batteries of differing types. • If you will not be using the R-4 Pro for an extended time, we recommend that you remove the batteries to prevent leakage or other accidents.
  • Page 28 Getting ready to use the R-4 Pro Battery status When using the R-4 Pro on battery power, a battery icon is shown in the lower right of the display. As the battery runs down, the battery icon will change as follows.
  • Page 29 Furthermore, when the “Battery Low” message is displayed, the recording automatically stops, but the power does not automatically turn off. Turn the R-4 Pro power off and change the external power source. * If the final voltage is not set, the “Battery Low” message is not displayed and the power may cut off. Read the following to set the final voltage for the R-4 Pro.

  • Page 30: Recording

    Recording Recording from a connected mic The following describes how to record audio from a mic connected to a R-4 Pro XLR input connector. fig.mic-1.eps Turn this ON if you're using a condenser mic. Adjust the input LEVEL and SENS ●...
  • Page 31 Turn the input level knobs [LEVEL] (inner) to the center position. This signal is 0 dB. Hold down the [PAUSE] button and press the [REC] button. The R-4 Pro enters recording standby mode. During recording standby, the [REC] button blinks and the display alternates between REC and STANDBY.
  • Page 32 In the worst case, irreparable damage may occur. Please avoid subjecting the R-4 Pro to strong impact or continuous vibration during use. The following actions may cause malfunctions •...

  • Page 33: Recording From The Internal Mics

    Recording Recording from the internal mics The following describes how to record an audio source via the R-4 Pro internal mics. ● Phantom power switch Turn this OFF. fig.input-intmic.eps ● System settings Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button. In 1 Recording Setup, set Input Select to IntMic.

  • Page 34: Recording Digital Audio From A Digital Device

    Recording Recording digital audio from a digital device The following describes how to record from a digital device connected to the R-4 Pro digital input connector. fig.digital.eps DIGITAL IN CD player for playback DIGITAL OUT ● Connections Connect your digital device to the digital input connector. You will need a separately available XLR type cable to connect your device to the R-4 Pro digital input connector.

  • Page 35: Simultaneously Recording Sound From Connected Mics And A Digital Device

    Recording Simultaneously recording sound from connected mics and a digital device You can record sound from both mics connected to R-4 Pro XLR input connectors 3 and 4 and a digital device connected to the digital input connector. Microphone CD player for playback DIGITAL OUT fig.input-analog.eps...

  • Page 36: Simultaneously Recording Sound From Connected External Mics And The Internal Mics

    Recording Simultaneously recording sound from connected external mics and the internal mics You can record sound both from the mics connected to R-4 Pro XLR input connectors 3 and 4 and the internal mics. Microphone fig.input-analog.eps ● System settings Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button.

  • Page 37: Playing Back

    Playing back This section explains how to play back audio recorded on the R-4 Pro and projects on the R-4 Pro internal hard disk. Make the correct settings and connections before playing anything back. • Connections before playback......(p. 37) •...
  • Page 38 Connect the R-4 Pro digital output connector [DIGITAL OUT] to the digital input connector of the device with digital input. *You will need a separately available XLR type cable (not included) to connect your digital device to the R-4 Pro digital output connector.

  • Page 39: Setup Before Playback

    Playing back Setup before playback Player Setup fig.recording-1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button. The system menu screen appears in the display. fig.player-setup2.eps Use the [CURSOR] buttons to choose , and 2 Player Setup press the [ENTER] button. The Player Setup screen appears.
  • Page 40 Playing back Speaker You can use the R-4 Pro internal speakers to monitor the sound without having to connect headphones or other equipment. fig.recording-1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button. The system menu screen appears in the display. fig.speaker-on.eps Use the [CURSOR] buttons to choose 3 Speaker, and press the [ENTER] button.

  • Page 41: Playing Back

    Playing back Playing back Normal playback After performing the steps described in “Connections before playback” (p. 37) and “Setup before playback” (p. 39), proceed as follows. Select the project that you want to play. From the Main screen, press the [ENTER/FINDER] button. In the Finder screen that appears, use the [CURSOR] up/down buttons and the [SCRUB] dial to select a project.
  • Page 42 Playing back Markers button or You can assign markers at desired locations in a project. Then you can use the button to move backward or forward to a marker location. You can use the Mark function either while playing or while recording. Use the [NEXT] button or the [SHUTTLE] dial to find the location at which you want to assign a marker.
  • Page 43 Playing back Repeat playback (A-B REPEAT) You can repeatedly play back between two points (A-B) in the project. Simply assign points A and B during playback, and the playback will repeat between points A and B. fig.repeat-a Play the project. During playback, press the [A-B REPEAT] button once.

  • Page 44: Finder Functions

    Finder functions The R-4 Pro saves projects as files on its internal hard disk. You can use the Finder functions to select a project from numerous folders or projects within folders, to delete an unwanted project, or to copy a project to an external memory device.

  • Page 45: Deleting A Project (Delete)

    Finder functions Deleting a project (Delete) fig.finder-1.eps While the Main screen is shown on the display, press the [ENTER/FINDER] button. The Finder screen shown in the figure is displayed. Projects are shown in descending alphabetical order. fig.finder-select.eps In the Finder screen, use the [CURSOR] up/down buttons or the [SCRUB] dial to select the project you want to delete.

  • Page 46: Renaming A Project (Rename)

    Finder functions Renaming a project (Rename) fig.finder-1.eps While the Main screen is shown in the display, press the [ENTER/FINDER] button. The Finder screen shown in the figure is displayed. Projects are shown in descending alphabetical order. fig.finder-select.eps In the Finder screen, use the [CURSOR] up/down buttons or the [SCRUB] dial to select the project you want to rename.

  • Page 47: Copying A Project (Copy)

    Finder functions Copying a project (Copy) fig.finder-1.eps While the Main screen is shown in the display, press the [ENTER/FINDER] button. The Finder screen shown in the figure is displayed. Projects are shown in descending alphabetical order. fig.finder-select.eps In the Finder screen, use the [CURSOR] up/down buttons or the [SCRUB] dial to select the copy source project (the project you want to copy).

  • Page 48: Moving A Project (Move)

    Finder functions Moving a project (Move) * You cannot move a project between the hard disk and an external memory device. If you need to do this, you can first copy the project, and then delete the copy source project. fig.finder-1.eps While the Main screen is shown in the display, press the [ENTER/FINDER] button.

  • Page 49: Creating A New Folder (Make Folder)

    Finder functions Creating a new folder (Make Folder) fig.finder-1.eps While the Main screen is shown in the display, press the [ENTER/FINDER] button. The Finder screen shown in the illustration will appear. Projects are shown in descending alphabetical order. fig.finder-make1.eps In the Finder screen, use the [CURSOR] up/down buttons or the [SCRUB] dial to select (hard disk) located at the top level.
  • Page 50 Finder functions fig.new-folder.eps A folder named NewFolder is created. Projects are shown in alphabetical order, and folders are shown in alphabetical order after the projects. Use the [CURSOR] up/down or the [SCRUB] dial to verify that the new folder was created. If an identically named folder already exists, a number will be added to the name of the newly created folder, e.g., NewFolder-1, NewFolder-11, NewFolder-111, etc.

  • Page 51: Editing

    Editing You can edit the projects that you have recorded with the R-4 Pro directly on the R-4 Pro. Editing Operation command Trim Creates a new project from a region extracted between two specified p. 51 points in a waveform.
  • Page 52 Editing fig.wave-4.eps In the same way, move to the end (point ) of the region you want to extract, and press the [ENTER] button. * The value of point is displayed as a location in the sample (data). fig.wave-trim2.eps Project fig.wave-5.eps A screen asking you to confirm the specified points is shown.
  • Page 53 Playback, stop, scrub dial, shuttle dial, and marker operations may be performed even while using this command. However, you cannot perform A-B Repeat operations. fig.wave2-1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [WAVE EDIT] button. The Wave Edit Menu screen is shown in the display. Use the [CURSOR] buttons to select...
  • Page 54 Editing fig.wave-divide.eps The divided project is saved as two new projects with the same name as the original Project project but with appended to the names. The “-1” “-2” original project remains unchanged. For example, if the original project is named Project, Project the new projects is named Project-1 and Project-2.
  • Page 55 In the Main screen, use the [NEXT] button or [PREV] button to select the desired project. Alternatively, you can use the cursor buttons in the Finder screen. fig.wave3-1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [WAVE EDIT] button. The display shows the Wave Edit Menu screen. Use the [CURSOR] buttons to select...
  • Page 56 Editing fig.wave-combine.eps The combined projects are saved as a new project Project-1 Project-2 with the same name as the original project but with appended to it. The original project remains “-1” unchanged. For example, if the original project is named Project, the Project new project is named Project-1.
  • Page 57 * Since MONO x1, STEREO x1, or 4 ch. projects cannot be merged, the Merge command does not appear in the menu when selecting these projects. fig.merge-1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [WAVE EDIT] button. The Wave Edit Menu screen is shown. Use the [CURSOR] buttons to select 4 Merge, and press the [ENTER] button.
  • Page 58 This command changes the timecode for the data recorded in BWF format. * The Edit Timecode screen does not display for non-BWF formatted data. fig.merge-1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [WAVE EDIT] button. The Wave Edit Menu screen is shown. Use the [CURSOR] buttons to select...

  • Page 59: Effects Settings

    HOLD switch on. What is an effect? On the R-4 Pro, an “effect” is a process that digitally transforms the sound, giving it greater clarity or impact. Effects can also make the sound more intelligible or reduce undesirable noise.

  • Page 60: Applying Effects

    Effects settings Applying effects You can adjust the R-4 Pro effects not only while standing-by for recording or playback, but also while you listen to the sound during actual playback or recording. This section explains how to adjust the effect settings while playing back or in recording standby mode.
  • Page 61 Each effect has various parameters that you can adjust to alter the character of the effect. The settings you make are stored even when the R-4 Pro power is switched off. However, if you change the effect type, these settings are reset to the default values.

  • Page 62: Effects

    Effects settings Effects 1: 3-Band EQ Parameter Default Range of values Explanation name values 200Hz, 250Hz, 315Hz, 400Hz, 500Hz, 630Hz, 800Hz, 1kHz, 1.25Hz, Specifies the center frequency of the MID FREQ. 1kHz 1.6kHz, 2kHz, 2.5kHz, mid-range equalizer. 3.15kHz, 4kHz, 5kHz, 6.3kHz Sets the range of the region centered on the Mid Freq for which the gain...
  • Page 63 Effects settings 4: Enhancer Parameter Default Range of values Explanation name values Adjusts the sensitivity of the enhanc- SENSE 0–100 er effect. Adjusts the amount of phase-shifted 0–100 sound that is to be mixed with the in- put. LEVEL 0–120 Adjusts the overall volume.

  • Page 64: System Setup

    System setup You can make settings related to the R-4 Pro system when performing initial settings for recording or playback. Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button to enter the system setup menu. See “Example operations” (p. 65) for setup procedures.

  • Page 65: Example Operations

    Recording Setup Player Setup Speaker LCD Setup System Setup fig.recording-1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button. The System Menu screen is shown in the display. fig.recording-2.eps Use the [CURSOR] buttons to choose 1 Recording Setup and press the [ENTER] button.
  • Page 66 System setup Timecode settings fig.recording-1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button. The System Menu screen is shown in the display. fig.recording-2.eps Use the [CURSOR] buttons to select , and 6 Timecode press the [ENTER] button. The Recording Setup screen is shown.
  • Page 67 System setup Date & Time settings fig.recording-1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button. The System Menu screen is shown in the display. fig.data-1.eps Use the [CURSOR] buttons to select , and 7 Date & Time press the [ENTER] button. The Date & Time screen is shown.
  • Page 68 System setup Project Name settings fig.pj-name1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button. The System Menu screen is shown in the display. fig.pj-name2.eps Use the [CURSOR] buttons to select , and 8 Project Name press the [ENTER] button. The Project Name screen is shown.
  • Page 69 System setup Using the HDD Utility fig.hd-uti1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button. The System Menu screen is shown in the display. fig.hd-uti2.eps Use the [CURSOR] buttons to select , and 9 HDD Utility press the [ENTER] button. The HDD Utility screen is shown.
  • Page 70 System setup Using the USB Storage Utility fig.hd-uti1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button. The System Menu screen is shown in the display. fig.hd-uti2.eps Use the [CURSOR] buttons to select 10 USB Storage , and press the [ENTER] button. Utility...
  • Page 71 System setup Executing Factory Reset (Restoring the factory default settings) fig.Fact-uti1.eps Press the R-4 Pro [SYSTEM] button. The System Menu screen is shown in the display. fig.fact-reset.eps Use the [CURSOR] buttons to select 11 Factory Reset and press the [ENTER] button.

  • Page 72: System Menu

    System setup System Menu 1 Recording Setup The values in boldface are the default values. * You cannot make Recording Setup settings during recording or playback. Menu item Value Function This selects the type of input. Choose this setting if you want to record analog input. Connect your mic or an- Analog alog audio device to the XLR input connectors.
  • Page 73 System setup Menu item Value Function One-channel recording to This selects the structure of the project file that is MONOx1 one monaural file created during recording. A monaural WAV file will be created for each channel. Choose these Two-channel recording to MONOx2 settings if you are using a separate mic for the vo- two monaural files...
  • Page 74 Project Name” (p. 77) plus an ascending serial number. The serial number is incremented automatically, e.g., R4_Scene1_001–R4_Scene1_999, up to 999. The R-4 Pro uses the number of the highest serial numbered project name in the current folder as the start value for the serial number.
  • Page 75 OFF, 2 sec, BackLight have been performed on the R-4 Pro. 5 sec, 10 sec, Timer If you are operating the R-4 Pro on battery power, use this setting to conserve 20 sec battery life. 5 System Setup Parameter Value Function Sets the type of batteries you are using.
  • Page 76 Selects the frame rate. Selects whether to output the timecode to the Out Select ON, OFF timecode connector. Plays the project in the R-4 Pro that matches Chase ON, OFF the timecode input from the timecode con- nector. H : 00–23 M : 00–59...
  • Page 77 Available characters Available characters (space) !#$%&'()+,-.01234546789;=@ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ[]^_` abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{} 9 HDD Utility You can use utility commands on the R-4 Pro internal hard disk. You cannot execute HDD Utility commands during recording or playback. Command Explanation Formats the internal hard disk.
  • Page 78 System setup 10 USB Storage Utility You can perform utility commands on a external memory device connected to the R-4 Pro. You can not execute USB Storage Utility commands during recording or playback. When not mounted Command Explanation Mounts an external memory device after it is connected.

  • Page 79: Appendix

    Appendix Handling external memory device An external memory device can be used to move project files on the R-4 Pro hard disk to a computer or to move WAV files from a computer to the R-4 Pro hard disk. * A USB cable can also be used to connect directly to a computer to exchange files. For details see Connecting to a computer (p.
  • Page 80 * When disconnecting the external memory device, be sure to unmount it. The data in the external memory device may be damaged. Please exercise caution. fig.usb-1.eps Press the [SYSTEM] button on the R-4 Pro. The display shows the system settings screen.
  • Page 81 You must format an external memory device before using it with the R-4 Pro. For the formatting procedure, refer to page 69 of “Using the HDD Utility” (p. 69). External memory devices formatted on a device other than the R-4 Pro may not work correctly on the R-4 Pro.

  • Page 82: Connecting To A Computer

    Using battery power will not cause a malfunction, but we recommend that you always use the AC adapter to prevent damage to the contents of the hard disk, which could occur if the batteries fail while the R-4 Pro is connected to your computer.
  • Page 83 R-4 Pro’s hard disk. * If any software or windows (such as Explorer) that are referencing the R-4 Pro’s hard disk are open when you close the USB connection between your computer and the R-4 Pro, an error will occur and the connection will not be closed correctly.

  • Page 84: Connecting To A Video Device With A Timecode Port

    The timecode indicates the position from the beginning in “Hour:Minute:Second:Frame” format. The R-4 Pro timecode is Longitudinal Timecode (LTC) conforming to SMPTE 12M-1999. Drop frame method The drop frame method is one of the SMPTE timecode formats. The 30 frames per second NTSC signal method used in the US and Japan is actually 29.97 frames/second.
  • Page 85 The R-4 Pro timecode is used. The timecode operates normally. Uses the timecode sent from the connected device. REC-RUN The R-4 Pro timecode is used. The timecode runs only during recording. The internal clock is used in place of the timecode. Use the [CURSOR] button to select Frame Rate.
  • Page 86 Appendix Setting the start time Setting the internal timecode start time fig.recording-1.eps Press the [SYSTEM] button on the R-4 Pro. The display shows the System Menu screen. fig.time-code-1.eps Use the [CURSOR] button to select , and press 6 Timecode [ENTER] button.
  • Page 87 Appendix Synchronize to an external timecode source * Be sure to connect the timecode In connector on the R-4 Pro to the Timecode Out port on the device used for synchronization. fig.recording-1.eps Press the [SYSTEM] button on the R-4 Pro.
  • Page 88 Appendix Setting the REC-RUN timecode start time fig.recording-1.eps Press the [SYSTEM] button on the R-4 Pro. The display shows the System Menu screen. fig.time-code-1.eps Use the [CURSOR] button to select , and 6 Timecode press the [ENTER] button. The Timecode screen is shown.

  • Page 89: Application Guide

    Application guide Before you record using the R-4 Pro, you must set up the R-4 Pro to be appropriate to your recording environment and purpose. This section gives several actual examples of applications. For details on connections refer to “Recording”...

  • Page 90: Recording Birdsongs Outdoors

    Application guide Recording birdsongs outdoors These basic settings are used for recording birdsongs or similar outdoor sounds. Since batteries are required for outdoor use, these settings take power conservation into account. Panel settings Phantom power switch ON if using a condenser mic that requires phantom power; otherwise OFF Recording Setup Input Select Analog...

  • Page 91: Recording Audio While Filming Video

    Recording audio memos using just the R-4 Pro You can use the internal mics to record with the R-4 Pro only. However, the recording quality will be limited compared to using good quality external mics. The sound of the R-4 Pro button operations or internal mechanism may also be recorded.

  • Page 92: Simultaneously Recording Environmental Sounds (Ambience)

    Simultaneously recording environmental sounds (ambience) You can take advantage of the R-4 Pro’s ability to record four channels simultaneously. You can use channels 1 and 2 to record a stage performance via digital inputs, and channels 3 and 4 to record the sounds of the room or audience via mics.

  • Page 93: Recording Comments Simultaneously

    Application guide Recording comments simultaneously You can use this feature to record four channels simultaneously. You can use channels 3 and 4 to record from the connected mics and channels 1 and 2 to record comments from the internal mics. Panel settings Phantom power switch ON if using a condenser mic that requires phantom power;...

  • Page 94: Messages

    The recording buffer has reached capacity. Recording does not stop, but some sound is not re- corded. This message will not disappear until a button is pressed. Move the R-4 Pro to a location where there is no vibration or sound pressure. If this message is displayed again, it is possible that the hard disk processing capacity has decreased.

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting

    If recording with the internal mics, you may hear metallic or mechanical clicks in the recording. These sounds are the operating noises of the R-4 Pro’s internal hard disk. Due to how the R-4 Pro is constructed, the hard disk operating sounds may affect the recording.
  • Page 96 Troubleshooting Pan (stereo image) is not stored correctly If the limiter is turned on, it will respond to the levels of each channel, meaning that when the level of a sound located toward the right (or left) side increases, the limiter for that channel will limit the volume. If you’re recording in stereo, the result will be that the left and right volume difference will diminish, causing the pan (stereo image) to move toward the center.

  • Page 97: Playback-Related Problems

    A skip of several seconds occurs in the project playback If the R-4 Pro is subjected to vibration or impact, writing to the hard disk may not occur in time, meaning that that portion of sound is not recorded. When you listen to the recorded project, the time count during playback does not skip, but there is a skip of several seconds in the sound of the project.

  • Page 98: Problems With The R-4 Pro Operation

    If effect settings or system settings you made have reverted to their original state, it is possible that you inadvertently reset the R-4 Pro to its factory default settings. Refer to: “Executing Factory Reset (Restoring the factory default settings)” (p. 71) Effect parameters that you set have been initialized Effect parameter values are remembered as long as the effect type is not changed;...

  • Page 99: Main Specifications

    Main specifications Recorder ● Channels: ● Media Internal Hard Disk Drive (80 GB) ● Signal Processing: ● Recording Time (Stereo, in hours) AD/DA Conversion: 24 bits Signal Processing 44.1 88.2 48 kHz 96 kHz Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/88.2/96/192 kHz 16 bit ●...

  • Page 100: Other Input/Output Part

    Main specifications Other Input/Output Part ● USB Interface Supports USB 1.1 and 2.0 Mass Storage Device Class. A Type Connector (For USB Storage device) ● SMPTE Timecode connector Supports USB 1.1 and 2.0 Mass Storage Device Class. B Type Connector (For Computer connection) BNC Coaxial type (Conforms SMPTE 12M-1999) Effect Unit Part ●...

  • Page 101: Block Diagram

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  • Page 102: Index

    Index Numerics ............................3-Band EQ Date ..........................Date & Time ............................4-indiv DC IN ..............Delete ..............Dig + Ana ..............Digital ............A-B REPEAT ............. digital connection ............. A-B Repeat button ............digital device ..........................DIGITAL IN ...............
  • Page 103 Index ........................ HDD Unformatted mixer screen ..........................HDD Utility Mode ......................Headphone jack Monaural projects ..........................headphones MONITOR ............................ HOLD monitor ........................HOLD ON Monitor level knob ..........................Hold switch MONOx1 ..............MONOx2 ..............
  • Page 104 Index ......................... – PREV System settings ........................– PREV button System Setup ............. Progress bar ..............project ............. Project exists ..............TARGET ........Project Name ............Time counter ............. TIMECODE ..............Timecode .......................... Timecode Connector ..........................Rec Bit Top panel .............
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  • Page 107 Model Name : R-4 Pro Type of Equipment : 4-CHANNEL PORTABLE RECORDER and WAVE EDITOR Responsible Party : Roland Systems Group U.S. Address : 425 Sequoia Drive Suite 114, Bellingham, Washington, 98226 USA Telephone : 360-594-4282 * Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

  • Page 108: Roland Corporation

    Information When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country as shown below. DENMARK CZECH REP. CENTRAL/LATIN OCEANIA ASIA Roland Scandinavia A/S K-AUDIO AMERICA Nordhavnsvej 7, Postbox 880, Kardasovska 626. Roland Corporation...

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