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Roland BRIDGE CAST Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 BRIDGE CAST Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Installing the Dedicated App and Driver ............................... 12 About the BRIDGE CAST App ..................................12 Installing the BRIDGE CAST app and driver ..............................13 Connecting to Your Computer or External Equipment and Configuring the Settings............15 About the included USB cable ..................................15 Connecting to a Computer/External Equipment ............................
  • Page 3 Table of contents Registering a Sound Effect ..................................78 Using Background Music and Sound Effects from Roland Cloud (BGM CAST) ................. 80 Signing in to Roland Cloud ..................................80 Using background music ..................................... 81 Using the Sound Effects ....................................83 Configuring the Roland Cloud and Background Music Settings ......................
  • Page 4 BRIDGE CAST Owner’s Manual About the “BRIDGE CAST” dedicated app The BRIDGE CAST app is a dedicated app used for configuring the settings of this unit and helps you to use this unit’s features (for computers running Windows/macOS). You can use this app for a variety of operations, such as adjusting the mic sound quality, adjusting the game sound or voice chat audio, backing up/restoring the settings on this unit and more.
  • Page 5 Panel Descriptions (on BRIDGE CAST) Panel Descriptions (on BRIDGE CAST) This section explains the names of the components of the BRIDGE CAST and how each one works. â Top Panel(P.5) â Rear Panel(P.9) Top Panel You can use the “BRIDGE CAST” dedicated app to access more detailed settings. For details, refer to “About the BRIDGE CAST...
  • Page 6 This recalls a mic effect preset. Each press of the button cycles between settings 1 through 5 in order. About the presets You can customize the mic effect settings and overwrite the presets when using the BRIDGE CAST app. â...
  • Page 7 “HOME” tab of the BRIDGE CAST app Ó “CH.1”– “CH.4”. You can also make the indicators go dark when mute is on. Set this from the “SYSTEM” tab in the BRIDGE CAST app Ó “MUTE DISPLAY(P.77)”.
  • Page 8 Adjusts the volume of the headphones/headset. You can change the maximum volume of the headphones/headset. Set this from “SYSTEM” Ó GAIN(P.77)” in the menu screen of the BRIDGE CAST app. “PHONES * Change this setting only after turning the headphones/headset volume all the way down.
  • Page 9 Panel Descriptions (on BRIDGE CAST) Rear Panel 5V port (USB Type-C ® Use either a commercially available USB cable or the included USB cable to connect a USB AC adaptor (commercially available). This unit powers up automatically when a USB AC adaptor is connected.
  • Page 10 Set the audio to output via the USB port from “OUTPUT” Ó “USB OUT MODE (CONSOLE/MOBILE)(P.64) ” in the menu screen of the BRIDGE CAST app. LINE OUT jack (stereo mini type) Connect this jack to your monitor speakers or other audio equipment. This is a 3.5 mm stereo mini plug.
  • Page 11 Panel Descriptions (on BRIDGE CAST) PHONES/HEADSET jack (four-conductor stereo mini phone type) Connect your headphones or headset here. The audio from the bus being used is output from this jack. When using a headset, the audio from the headset mic is input.
  • Page 12 Installing the BRIDGE CAST app and driver(P.13) About the BRIDGE CAST App The BRIDGE CAST app is a dedicated app used for configuring the settings of this unit and helps you to use this unit’s features (for computers running Windows/macOS).
  • Page 13 Installing the BRIDGE CAST app and driver To operate this unit and configure its settings, install the “BRIDGE CAST” dedicated app on your computer. A dedicated driver must be installed to connect this unit to a computer and to handle multiple audio sources.
  • Page 14 Launch your browser and access the following Web page. https://roland.cm/bridgecast From the downloads page, search for “BRIDGE CAST Driver Ver.xxx for macOS” and click on the link. “xxx” indicates the version number. Follow the onscreen instructions to download the dedicated driver.
  • Page 15 Connecting to Your Computer or External Equipment and Configuring the Settings Connecting to Your Computer or External Equipment and Configuring the Settings This section explains how to connect this unit to your computer or external equipment (such as a mic, monitor speakers or tablet) and how to configure your computer’s device settings.
  • Page 16 The dedicated driver is automatically downloaded and installed (first time only). Mac users A dedicated driver must be installed. Turn on your external equipment. Launch the BRIDGE CAST app. to ensure a listenable volume balance while playing the Adjust the volume game or voice chat sound on your...
  • Page 17 Connecting to Your Computer or External Equipment and Configuring the Settings About the Power Supply This unit does not have a power switch. The power automatically turns on when this unit is connected to a computer (bus power). To turn off the power, first turn off all external equipment and then unplug the USB cable that connects this unit to your computer.
  • Page 18 Screen)(P.28) You can change the maximum volume of the headphones/headset. Set this from “SYSTEM” Ó GAIN(P.77)” in the menu screen of the BRIDGE CAST app. “PHONES * Change this setting only after turning the headphones/headset volume all the way down.
  • Page 19 See the owner’s manual of your computer or of the respective app for details on the audio input/output settings. When using a game app To output the sound from a game app on your computer to this unit, set the game app output device to “GAME (BRIDGE CAST V2)”.
  • Page 20 When outputting audio from your computer (such as from a music player app or from a song that’s playing back in your browser) to this unit, set the playback (output) device of the music player app or browser to “MUSIC (BRIDGE CAST V2)”.
  • Page 21 Connecting to a Video Game Console, iPad or iPhone Connecting to a Video Game Console, iPad or iPhone This section explains how to connect this unit to a video game console, iPad or iPhone. â Connecting to a Video Game Console(P.21) â...
  • Page 22 Connecting to a Video Game Console, iPad or iPhone About the Power Supply This unit does not have a power switch. The power automatically turns on when this unit is connected to a video game console (bus power). To turn off the power, first turn off all external equipment and then unplug the USB cable that connects this unit to your video game console.
  • Page 23 Plays a sound effect (preset sound). ● You can’t use the BRIDGE CAST app while a video game console is connected to the USB port. Before connecting the video game console, make the appropriate settings in the BRIDGE CAST app.
  • Page 24 Connecting to a Video Game Console, iPad or iPhone Connecting to an iPad/iPhone This is an example of how to connect the devices when you want to use your tablet or smartphone to have a voice chat while listening to the sound of the game. * To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.
  • Page 25 Connecting to a Video Game Console, iPad or iPhone About the Power Supply ● This unit does not have a power switch. The power automatically turns on once you connect a USB AC adaptor (commercially available) to supply power. ● This unit may operate in an erratic manner if you try to power it from your iPad/iPhone (bus power), due to insufficient bus power.
  • Page 26 Mutes/unmutes the audio for each channel. Plays a sound effect (preset sound). ● You can’t use the BRIDGE CAST app while an iPad/iPhone is connected to the USB port. Before connecting the iPad/iPhone, make the appropriate settings in the BRIDGE CAST app. ●...
  • Page 27 Exporting a Profile(P.69) System settings Backing up/Restoring the Settings on This Unit(P.72) Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)(P.76) Other Settings(P.77) Background music and sound effects Registering a Sound Effect(P.78) Using Background Music and Sound Effects from Roland Cloud (BGM CAST)(P.80)
  • Page 28 Adjusting the Volume (Home Screen) Adjusting the Volume (Home Screen) The home screen is shown when you launch the BRIDGE CAST app. * The image above shows what the screen looks like when the USB port connection setting is “PC”.
  • Page 29 Adjusting the Volume (Home Screen) INPUT Section These controls adjust the volume of each input source. The status of input sources that are not assigned to the MIC, AUX, CHAT, or GAME channels is displayed in this area. Name Explanation This shows which bus is being operated.
  • Page 30 MIC/PERSONAL selector switch For the mic audio (not routed through a bus) and PERSONAL MIX, use the BRIDGE CAST app to set which one is being controlled on this unit. Links/unlinks the two buses (STREAM MIX, PERSONAL MIX). This works the same as the [MIX LINK] button on the BRIDGE CAST.
  • Page 31 Adjusting the Volume (Home Screen) Name Explanation MIC EFFECTS 1–5 Recalls mic effect presets 1–5. Transmits MIDI control change messages 1–4 from the MIDI output port (CTRL) of the USB port. MIDI CC 1–4 This can be set when the USB port connection setting is “PC”. SOUND EFFECTS A (BGM Plays back the sound effects you selected for SOUND EFFECTS A–D.
  • Page 32 Adjusting the Volume (Home Screen) Hot Key Settings By setting the function of a MUTE/ASSIGN button to “HOT KEY”, you can just press a button to execute an action easily instead of using keyboard shortcuts (which are combinations of key presses). Select "HOT KEY"...
  • Page 33 OUTPUT Section This adjusts the output volume. You can’t adjust the volume for STREAM, LINE OUT and PHONES by using the BRIDGE CAST app. Adjust the volume with the knobs on this unit instead. Click the icon to mute/unmute the audio.
  • Page 34 Adjusting the Mic Audio Adjusting the Mic Audio This section explains how to adjust the mic audio. â Getting Ready to Use a Mic(P.34) â Calibrating the Mic Sound Quality (Cleanup)(P.36) â Processing the Mic Audio (Mic Effects)(P.38) â Saving the Mic Effect Settings as a Preset(P.41) â...
  • Page 35 Adjusting the Mic Audio Adjusting the input gain (sensitivity) Here’s how to adjust the mic’s input gain so that the input audio is at the appropriate level. On the menu screen, click the “MIC SETUP” tab and speak into the mic while adjusting the “GAIN”. Raise the input gain as high as possible, while making sure that the waveform in the graph stays within the blue area.
  • Page 36 Adjusting the Mic Audio Calibrating the Mic Sound Quality (Cleanup) Here’s how to adjust the sound quality of the mic audio to make your voice sound listenable and clear. This feature helps you to suppress ambient noise or to normalize the differences in volume between mics, for instance. On the menu screen, click the “MIC CLEANUP”...
  • Page 37 Adjusting the Mic Audio ATTACK 0–100 ms Sets how long it takes for the noise suppressor to be applied. * Times are approximate. This also changes depending on the volume. RELEASE 50–5000 ms Sets how long it takes for the noise suppressor effect to be cancelled. * Times are approximate.
  • Page 38 MIC EFFECTS Off, Turns mic effects on/off. LOCK Off, Locks the mic effects so that it can’t be accidentally switched on/off. When this is ON, the mic effects can’t be turned on/off with the [MIC EFFECTS] button on the BRIDGE CAST.
  • Page 39 Adjusting the Mic Audio Changing the audio (Voice Changer) This effect alters the pitch and tonal quality of your voice. You can create transformations such as “from a female to a male voice”, “from a male to a female voice”, and so on. On the menu screen, click the “MIC EFFECTS”...
  • Page 40 Adjusting the Mic Audio Adding reverb to audio (Reverb) You can add reverb to a voice to give the impression of spatial depth. This is also effective for giving emphasis when announcing the title of a production or program. On the menu screen, click the “MIC EFFECTS” tab and set the parameters in the respective menus. Menu Value Explanation...
  • Page 41 Adjusting the Mic Audio Saving the Mic Effect Settings as a Preset You can save the current mic effect settings as presets and recall them as needed. You can save up to five presets. * Editable presets are preregistered by factory default. â...
  • Page 42 Adjusting the Mic Audio Recalling a preset On the menu screen, click the “MIC EFFECTS” tab and then click the preset you want to recall. This recalls the effect settings. When you edit the settings of a preset you recalled, the preset name changes from white to yellow.
  • Page 43 Adjusting the Mic Audio Initializing a preset Here’s how to initialize a preset and restore the settings of presets 1–5 to their default state. On the menu screen, click the “MIC EFFECTS” tab and then click the [RESET] button. A confirmation message appears. Click the [OK] button.
  • Page 44 Adjusting the Mic Audio Exporting a Mic Effect Preset File You can save the effect presets (1–5) as a single file (.brdgcEfx) to your computer. Use the BRIDGE CAST app when you want to reload the saved file into this unit.
  • Page 45 Adjusting the Mic Audio Loading a preset file Here’s how to apply the settings you saved for the effect presets (1–5) back to this unit. On the menu screen, click the “MIC EFFECTS” tab and then click the [LOAD FILE] button. In the LOAD FILE dialog box, select the file you wish to load (.brdgcEfx), and then click the [Open] button.
  • Page 46 Adjusting the Mic Audio Click the [OK] button. A message appears after the effect preset settings have been applied. Click the [OK] button to close the message. Related information: Saving the Mic Effect Settings as a Preset(P.41)
  • Page 47 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects This section shows you how to adjust the game sound (input source: GAME ) that’s input from the USB port. *1: When the connection setting for the USB port is “CONSOLE/MOBILE”, the input source is “USB”. Game effects You can apply game effects (virtual surround, equalizer, limiter) to the audio of your game.
  • Page 48 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Listening to Game Audio in Virtual Surround Roland’s unique three-dimensional acoustic technology lets you listen in virtual surround sound to the 5.1 /7.1 audio signal that’s input from the USB port (input source: GAME (SPEAKER)) when using headphones.
  • Page 49 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects LISTENING ANGLE 12–78° Set this according to how the speakers are actually positioned, and the position from which you are listening to them. This is enabled when OUTPUT TYPE is “SPEAKER”. When audio is input, the speaker that is outputting the audio lights up blue.
  • Page 50 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Outputting 5.1 /7.1 Audio from a Windows PC To listen to the audio from your Windows computer on the BRIDGE CAST in virtual surround sound, the computer must be outputting 5.1/7.1 audio.
  • Page 51 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Using the Equalizer to Adjust the Game Sound You can use the equalizer to adjust the tonal character of the game sound (input source: GAME ). This lets you emphasize important frequency ranges in the game or de-emphasize unnecessary frequency ranges. For instance, you can use this to suppress the sound of wind or other environmental noises during an FPS game, or make sounds like footsteps or gunshots easier to hear.
  • Page 52 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects 0.3–16.0 Adjusts the bandwidth used for boosting or attenuating each frequency band. * This setting is available when the “DETAIL” switch is enabled. You can save up to five game settings (virtual surround, equalizer, limiter) as presets, and recall them whenever you like. â...
  • Page 53 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Using the Limiter to Limit the Volume of a Game You can use the limiter to keep the volume down, which helps prevent damage to your ears from sudden loud sounds. For example, you can prevent gunshots from being louder than necessary in a first-person shooter game.
  • Page 54 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Saving the Game Settings as a Preset You can save the current game settings (virtual surround, equalizer, limiter) as presets, and recall them whenever you like. You can save up to five presets. * Editable presets are preregistered by factory default.
  • Page 55 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Click the [OK] button. This overwrites the equalizer settings. You can edit the preset names later. To do this, click next to the preset name, input the name in the rename window and click the [OK] button.
  • Page 56 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Recalling a preset On the menu screen, click the “GAME” tab and then click the preset you want to recall. This recalls the effect settings. When you edit the settings of a preset you recalled, the preset name changes from white to yellow.
  • Page 57 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Initializing a preset Here’s how to initialize a preset and restore the settings of presets 1–5 to their default state. On the menu screen, click the “GAME” tab and then click the [RESET] button. A confirmation message appears.
  • Page 58 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Click the [OK] button to close the message. You can save the game presets as a single file. â Exporting a Game Preset File(P.59)
  • Page 59 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Exporting a Game Preset File You can save the game presets (1–5) as a single file (.brdgcEQ) to your computer. Use the BRIDGE CAST app when you want to reload the saved file into this unit.
  • Page 60 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Loading a preset file Here’s how to apply the settings you saved for the equalizer presets (1–5) back to this unit. On the menu screen, click the “GAME” tab and then click the [LOAD FILE] button. In the LOAD FILE dialog box, select the file you wish to load (.brdgcEQ), and then click the [Open] button.
  • Page 61 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects A confirmation message appears. Click the [OK] button. A confirmation message appears after the equalizer preset settings have been applied. Click the [OK] button to close the message. Related links: Saving the Game Settings as a Preset(P.54)
  • Page 62 Adjusting the Game Sound / Using the Game Effects Using the Settings in the Game Effect Library as Presets The game effect settings stored in the game effects library can be used as presets. On the menu screen, click the “GAME” tab and then click the [LIBRARY] button. From “GAME EFFECTS LIBRARY”, click the setting you want to use as a preset.
  • Page 63 Adjusting the Voice Chat Audio Adjusting the Voice Chat Audio This section shows you how to adjust the voice chat sound (input source: CHAT ) that’s input from the USB port. *1: When the connection setting for the USB port is “CONSOLE/MOBILE”, the input source is “USB”. â...
  • Page 64 (the audio signal that’s input from the BRIDGE CAST to your computer). By applying delay to the audio output, you can make the timing of the video and audio match.
  • Page 65 Configuring a Profile Configuring a Profile This section explains how to create and use profiles. â Creating a Profile(P.65) â Exporting a Profile(P.69) Creating a Profile The profile function lets you save your own custom settings. By creating profiles for different uses, you can recall your custom settings for each, simply by switching between profiles.
  • Page 66 Configuring a Profile Creating a profile * Editable profiles are preregistered by factory default. Customize the settings on this unit. On the menu screen, click the “PROFILE” tab and then click the [WRITE] button. Input the profile name and click the save destination memory number in “WRITE TO”. Profile names can contain up to 18 single-byte alphanumeric characters or symbols.
  • Page 67 Configuring a Profile Switching between profiles On the menu screen, click the “PROFILE” tab and then click the profile you want to switch to. This switches between settings on this unit. When you edit the settings of a profile you recalled, the profile name changes from white to yellow.
  • Page 68 Configuring a Profile Initializing a profile Here’s how to initialize a profile and restore the settings of profiles 1–5 to their default state. On the menu screen, click the “PROFILE” tab and then click the [RESET] button. A confirmation message appears. Click the [OK] button.
  • Page 69 Configuring a Profile Exporting a Profile You can save the profiles (1–5) as a single file (.brdgcProfile) to your computer. Use the BRIDGE CAST app when you want to reload the saved file into this unit. â Exporting a profile â...
  • Page 70 Configuring a Profile Loading a profile Here’s how to apply the settings you saved for the profile (1–5) back to this unit. On the menu screen, click the “PROFILE” tab and then click the [LOAD FILE] button. In the LOAD FILE dialog box, select the file you wish to load (.brdgcProfile), and then click the [Open] button.
  • Page 71 Configuring a Profile Click the [OK] button to close the message. Related information: Creating a Profile(P.65)
  • Page 72 System Settings System Settings This section explains about the system-related operations and settings on the BRIDGE CAST. â Backing up/Restoring the Settings on This Unit(P.72) â Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)(P.76) â Other Settings(P.77) Backing up/Restoring the Settings on This Unit You can back up the settings on this unit as a single file (.brdgcBackup).
  • Page 73 System Settings Backing up On the menu screen, click the “SYSTEM” tab and then click the [BACKUP] button. In the Save dialog box, name the file and specify the save destination, and click the [Save] button. This backs up the file (.brdgcBackup).
  • Page 74 System Settings Restoring Here’s how to restore the settings for this unit that you backed up. Restoring the settings overwrites the current settings. On the menu screen, click the “SYSTEM” tab and then click the [RESTORE] button. In the LOAD FILE dialog box, select the file you wish to load (.brdgcBackup), and then click the [Open] button.
  • Page 75 System Settings Click the [OK] button. A confirmation message appears after the data has been restored. Click the [OK] button to close the message.
  • Page 76 System Settings Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) This shows you how to restore this unit to its factory settings. * When you execute a factory reset, all of the settings except for the sound effects (SFX A, SFX B) are restored to their factory settings.
  • Page 77 Other Settings These are the settings for the brightness of the indicators on the BRIDGE CAST as well as for what the level meters display. On the menu screen, click the “SYSTEM” tab and set the parameters in the respective menus.
  • Page 78 ● Sound effects are saved in the memory (SFX A, SFX B) of this unit. The method of playing back these sound effects is different from Roland Cloud. ● The memories in this unit contain preset sounds when the unit is shipped from the factory.
  • Page 79 Registering a Sound Effect The WAV file path is shown. Click the [PREVIEW] button to playback a preview of the WAV file you set. You can adjust the preview volume in “SYSTEM ” of the input source. *1: When the connection setting for the USB port is “CONSOLE/MOBILE”, the input source is “USB”. Click the [WRITE] button.
  • Page 80 Using Background Music and Sound Effects from Roland Cloud (BGM CAST) Using Background Music and Sound Effects from Roland Cloud (BGM CAST) You can use the background music and sound effects on the BRIDGE CAST that are available via Roland Cloud. â Signing in to Roland Cloud(P.80) â...
  • Page 81 The background music from Roland Cloud is streamed during playback via the app. ● The Roland Cloud background music is input to the “MUSIC” input source. By assigning “MUSIC” to the CH [1]–[4] knobs, you can adjust the volume of the background music on this unit.
  • Page 82 Using Background Music and Sound Effects from Roland Cloud (BGM CAST) Name Display Explanation Background music Shows the name (song title) of the background music. Example: name MOOD/GENRE Shows the mood and genre of the selected background Example: music. Add song to Adds the current background music to the playlist.
  • Page 83 Using the Sound Effects You can download the sound effects that are available via Roland Cloud into the app, to be used on the BRIDGE CAST. By assigning the sound effects you downloaded into the app to the MUTE/ASSIGN [1]–[4] buttons on the BRIDGE CAST, you can play them back at the timing you like.
  • Page 84 Using Background Music and Sound Effects from Roland Cloud (BGM CAST) Configuring the Roland Cloud and Background Music Settings Here’s how to view your information on Roland Cloud and configure the background music playback. Click the icon at the top right-hand part of the screen.
  • Page 85 ■ ■ ■ Appendix ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Appendix ■ ■ ■ Removing and Attaching the Faceplate of This Unit(P.86) Main Specifications(P.88) Mixer Block Diagram (PC)(P.89) Mixer Block Diagram (CONSOLE/MOBILE)(P.90)
  • Page 86 Removing and Attaching the Faceplate of This Unit Removing and Attaching the Faceplate of This Unit You can remove the faceplate of this unit when you want to customize the top panel. ● When removing or attaching the faceplate, be careful not to cut your fingers or hands on the edges of the faceplate. ●...
  • Page 87 Removing and Attaching the Faceplate of This Unit Attaching the faceplate Follow the steps from above in reverse order when attaching the faceplate. Place the faceplate on top on this unit. Make sure that all of the buttons and indicators are protruding and visible from the holes in the faceplate.
  • Page 88 Main Specifications Main Specifications Input Channel CHAT (*1) GAME (*1) MUSIC (*1) SYSTEM (*1) USB (*2) (*1) When the USB port connection setting is “PC” (*2) When the USB port connection setting is “CONSOLE/MOBILE” Output Channel LINE OUT PHONES MIC (*3) STREAM (*3) PERSONAL (*3) USB (*4)
  • Page 89 Mixer Block Diagram (PC) Mixer Block Diagram (PC)
  • Page 90 Mixer Block Diagram (CONSOLE/MOBILE) Mixer Block Diagram (CONSOLE/MOBILE)
  • Page 91 BRIDGE CAST Owner’s Manual ©2023 Roland Corporation...