Playing Songs (Portable Backing Machine); Playback Procedure - Roland SonicCell User Manual

Playing Songs
USER'S GUIDE
The SonicCell can play back MIDI files (SMF) and audio files (WAV, AIFF, MP3).
This is a convenient function that you can also use to play backing tracks during a live performance.
■ Connections
fig.setsuzoku-pbm.eps
* Save the song data in
the root directory of
your USB memory.
* Use only USB memory sold by Roland. Operation cannot be guaranteed when products other than there is
used. Proper operation cannot be guaranteed if other USB memory products is used.
* Connect the USB memory after the SonicCell's power is turned on.
* If, after a USB memory device has been removed, you decide that you want to connect it again, you'll need
to switch the SonicCell's power off, then switch it back on again.
NOTE
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the vol-
ume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.
When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the
inputs (INPUT) may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.
■ File Formats that You Can Play
For details on the file formats that you can play, refer to p. 168 .
■ Playing the Demo Songs
Refer to p. 15.

Playback Procedure

Before you continue, make sure that the USB memory containing the song file you want to play is connected
to the SonicCell.
You should also make sure that the SonicCell is set to Performance mode (p. 60 ).
* When saving song file on your USB memory, be sure to save it in the root directory. Songs saved in the root
directory will be saved in the "USB Memory" playlist.
fig.button-PBM.eps
1
Press [SMF/AUDIO PLAYER].
The Playlist Select screen will appear.
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2
Turn [CURSOR/VALUE] to move the cursor to the "USB Memory."
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(Portable Backing Machine)
SMF, WAV,
AIFF, MP3
USB
OUTPUT
MEMORY
Monitor Amplifier etc.