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  • Page 3 Thank you and congratulations on your choice of the Edirol P-10 visual sampler. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 4; p. 6). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of all of your new unit’s features, you should read the...

  • Page 4: Using The Unit Safely

    USING THE UNIT SAFELY symbol alerts the user to important instructions or Used for instructions intended to alert the warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is user to the risk of death or severe injury determined by the design contained within the triangle. should the unit be used improperly.
  • Page 5 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 101b • Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, • The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft their location or position does not interfere with their drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

  • Page 6: Important Notes

    IMPORTANT NOTES Power Supply Maintenance 401a • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is • For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by one that has been slightly dampened with water.
  • Page 7 It is prohibited to create video sequence • Do not disassemble or modify the cards. that may cause such problems. Roland or Edirol is not responsible for any medical problems you or your Handling CD-ROMs audiences/spectators may experience caused by such video sequences.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Using the SD Card ....................17 Inserting and Removing the SD Card ..............17 Connecting Peripheral Devices................... 17 Connecting the AC Adaptor to the P-10 .............. 17 Connecting External Devices................18 Turning the Power On and Off ................... 19 Turning the Power On..................19 Turning the Power Off..................
  • Page 9 Possible Movie Length and Number of Still Images ............34 Capturing Movies..................... 34 Capturing Still Images....................35 Deleting Captured Images ..................36 Transferring Files from a Computer to the P-10..........37 Using Windows XP or Windows Vista ................ 37 5. Pad Settings Assigning Images to Pads................40 Pad Parameters ....................
  • Page 10 Specifying an Audio File (Additional Audio File) ..........44 Specifying the Volume (Audio Level) ..............45 Specifying the Reverse Effect (Reverse Sw)............45 Specifying the Strobe Effect (Strobe Sw) .............. 45 Specifying the Strobe Interval (Strobe Time) ............45 Still Images ......................45 Adding Still Images to a Pad (Add Still Image).............
  • Page 11 Specifying the Transmission Channel (Tx Channel) ..........60 Specifying Soft Through (Soft Through)..............60 Operating the P-10 Using Note Messages (Note Message Enable)......60 Controlling Movie Speed (Speed Knob) .............. 61 Controlling the Image Color (Color Knob) ............61 Controlling the Output Fade (Output Fade Knob)..........61 Controlling Repeat (Repeat A<>B Sw)..............
  • Page 12 Artist Introductions ..................78 Index......................79...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    1. Introduction...

  • Page 14: Panel Descriptions

    Top Panel P-10_TopPanel.eps [MENU] Button PADs [1]–[12] Use to make settings for the P-10’s main functions (p. 54). PADs [1]–[12] perform the following functions: • Play back images (p. 26). Display You can tell what type of image is assigned to a pad Shows information related to the current operation and by looking at the pad color.
  • Page 15 Use to capture still images (p. 35). [EXT SOURCE] Button CAPTURE [MOVIE] Button Display an image from an external device connected to the INPUT jack on the P-10’s display (p. 26). Use to capture movies (p. 34). [DELETE] Button Delete pad information or images (p. 36).

  • Page 16: Rear Panel

    P-10_RearPanel.eps MIDI OUT/THRU Connector Cord Hook Connect a MIDI device that you want to control from the P-10. To prevent inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid MIDI IN Connector applying undue stress to the DC IN jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook (p.

  • Page 17: Before You Start

    “Attaching the SD Card Theft Prevention Cover” (p. 67). The P-10 won’t function unless an SD card has been inserted. Make sure you insert an SD card before using the unit. Connecting Peripheral Devices...

  • Page 18: Connecting External Devices

    1. Turn off the power to all devices. To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and 2. Connect the P-10 to the external device. turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

  • Page 19: Turning The Power On And Off

    Turning the Power On Using the P-10 for Presentations Once the connections have been completed (p. 17), Use the P-10 at presentations to accurately convey your ideas with movies and still images. turn on the power to your various devices in the P-10_Presentation.eps...

  • Page 20: Using The P-10 At Concerts (V-Link)

    Before You Start Using the P-10 at Concerts (V-LINK) As a musician, use your MIDI device to control the P-10 and synchronize images to the sounds and beats. P-10_Concert.eps...

  • Page 21: Mastering Basic Operation

    Mastering Basic Operation What Does the P-10 Do? Basic Operation The P-10 is an easy to operate visual sampler that allows you What is a PAD? to freely perform with images as your imagination designs. P-10_Image_e.eps Press a pad to play back an image. Pads that have a movie assigned to them light in red.

  • Page 22: Using The [Menu] Button And [Value] Knob

    Mastering Basic Operation Using the [MENU] Button and [VALUE] Using the [EXIT] Button Knob Press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen. Press the [MENU] button to display the MENU screen. When an image is being played back, pressing the Button_MENU.eps [EXIT] button stops playback.

  • Page 23: Outputting Images

    Supported Movie and Still Image File Formats When you connect the P-10 to a visual device such as a display, not only the images played back on the P-10, but also The P-10 supports the following movie and still image file the P-10’s setting screens appear on the visual device.
  • Page 24 MEMO...

  • Page 25: Playing Back Images

    2. Playing Back Images...

  • Page 26: Playing Back Images Assigned To Pads

    P-10_PAD2.eps Connect an external device (such as a video camera or DVD player) and you can display its images on the P-10’s display or on an external display connected to the P-10. Make sure you specify the video input jack beforehand (p.

  • Page 27: Applying Effects To Images

    3. Applying Effects to Images...

  • Page 28: Effects

    Effects Apply image effects—such as changing colors, reversing playback, and changing the playback speed—to enhance your performance. Effect Description Movies Stills [SPEED] Knob Adjust the playback speed. – [COLOR] Knob Adjust the image color. [VIDEO OUTPUT FADE] Knob Fade the image. [REPEAT A B] Button Repeat a specified section of a movie.

  • Page 29: Fading An Image (Video Output Fade)

    Effects Fading an Image Repeating Movie Playback (VIDEO OUTPUT FADE) (REPEAT) Rotate the [VIDEO OUTPUT FADE] knob to fade the image. Specify a section of a movie in real-time and then repeat “Fade” is a playback effect. Gradually fading from an image playback.

  • Page 30: Reversing Movie Playback (Reverse)

    Show (SLIDE SHOW) You can play back a movie in reverse. When you reverse The P-10 slide show doesn’t just display your images in a slide movie playback, audio playback is also reversed. show, you can also apply motion graphics just like the ones used in professional music video clips.

  • Page 31: Applying Strobe To Image Playback (Strobe)

    Effects Applying Strobe to Image Playback (STROBE) Play back images with strobe. Movies appear with short intervals between frames creating a stop motion feel. Still images are displayed one after another in short flashes. 1. Play back an image. For details, see “Playing Back Images” (p. 26). 2.
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  • Page 33: Capturing Images

    4. Capturing Images...

  • Page 34: Capturing Images From An External Device

    What is Capturing? You can capture images from an external device, such as a DVD player or video camera, as stills or movies using the P-10. The P-10 cannot capture images from media with technical security measures (copy guard signal).

  • Page 35: Capturing Still Images

    [ENTER] button. You can capture a continuous series of still images. For details, see “Specifying the Capture Still Mode The image from the external device appears on the P-10’s (Capture Still Mode)” (p. 58). display. 3. Press the CAPTURE [STILL] button when the image you want to capture appears.

  • Page 36: Deleting Captured Images

    Capturing Images from an External Device 5. Rotate the [VALUE] knob to select “Execute” or Deleting Captured Images “Cancel.” When you want to delete the image from the SD card, 1. Select the pad which has images you want to delete select “Execute,”...

  • Page 37: Transferring Files From A Computer To The P-10

    Vista P-10_Computer.eps SD Card Connector Connect the P-10 to a computer and you can use the computer to prepare images. When preparing images with a computer, make sure you USB Cable install the P-10 Image Converter application from the CD-ROM supplied with the P-10 beforehand.
  • Page 38 Transferring Files from a Computer to the P-10 MEMO...

  • Page 39: Pad Settings

    5. Pad Settings...

  • Page 40: Assigning Images To Pads

    Assigning Images to Pads By assigning an image to a pad, you can play back an image by simply pressing the pad to which it is assigned. When you assign images to each pad, you can change to images you want to play back in an instant.

  • Page 41: Pad Parameters

    Pad Parameters 4. Press the [ENTER] button. What are the Pad Parameters? 5. Rotate the [VALUE] knob to change the value. “Pad Parameters” are the settings that specify how an image is D05_03.eps played back and let you change the image or images assigned to a pad.

  • Page 42: Returning To The Previous Setting Value (Undo)

    Pad Parameters Movie Pad Parameters Returning to the Previous Setting Value (UNDO) You can specify the following parameters for movies. You can return the P-10 to its state prior to changing the Parameter settings after performing the following operations. Description Page...

  • Page 43: Changing The Pad Parameters

    Changing the Pad Parameters Movies Changing the Play Mode (Play Mode) Specify the play mode according to how you want to play Changing a Movie Assigned to a Pad back a movie. Play back a movie using the following play modes.

  • Page 44: Specifying The Playback Range (Start Frame/End Frame)

    Changing the Pad Parameters Specifying the Playback Range Syncing a Movie with Audio (Audio Sync) (Start Frame/End Frame) When you apply speed, repeat, and reverse effects to a movie, you can specify whether to apply the same changes to Specify the range of the movie that you want to play back. the audio.

  • Page 45: Specifying The Volume (Audio Level)

    Changing the Pad Parameters Still Images Specifying the Volume (Audio Level) Specify the volume. Adding Still Images to a Pad Setting Description (Add Still Image) This is the maximum volume. You can add still images to a pad that has a still image Specify the volume level with a number.

  • Page 46: Exchanging Still Images Assigned To A Pad

    Changing the Pad Parameters Exchanging Still Images Assigned to a Specifying an Audio File (Additional Audio File) You can exchange still images that are assigned to a pad. You can add an audio file to a pad which has still images assigned to it.

  • Page 47: Specifying The Slide Show Set (Slide Show Set)

    (Slide Show User Set) Motions are movements such as enlarging, shrinking, and sliding still images. The P-10 comes with 79 types of motions for you to choose from. You can create an original slide show set by selecting and arranging the motions.

  • Page 48: Copying Pad Parameters

    Copying Pad Parameters 4. Press the [ENTER] button. Copy parameters from one pad and assign them to another pad. The pad parameters are copied to the selected pad. When you copy the pad parameters, the images If you have selected a pad that is lit red (movie) or blue assigned to the pad are also copied.

  • Page 49: Truncating A Movie (Truncate)

    5. Press the [ENTER] button. movie length once the action is complete. The P-10 begins truncating the movie. 1. Specify the “Start Frame” and “End Frame” from the PAD PARAMETER screen beforehand.
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  • Page 51: System Settings

    6. System Settings...

  • Page 52: Specifying System Settings

    Specifying System Settings Items You Can Specify Functions relating to the P-10’s operations are referred to as the “system.” The system settings that you can specify are listed in the table below. MENU Setting Item Description Page System Backup Back up system settings to the SD card.
  • Page 53 Specifying System Settings MENU Setting Item Description Page Set the device ID when you have connected multiple P-10’s to a MIDI Device ID p. 60 device so that you can tell them apart. Rx Channel Specify the channel for receiving MIDI messages.

  • Page 54: Menu Screen Operation

    Specifying System Settings 4. Rotate the [VALUE] knob to select a setting item. MENU Screen Operation D06_03.eps 1. Press the [MENU] button. Button_MENU.eps The MENU screen appears. D06_01.eps 5. Press the [ENTER] button. 6. Rotate the [VALUE] knob to change the setting value.

  • Page 55: Menu

    (System Restore) Memory Remaining P-10 Version Restore P-10 settings using the backup file saved on the SD card. Backing Up System Settings on the SD 1. Rotate the [VALUE] knob to select “INFORMATION” from the MENU screen, and then press the [ENTER] Card (System Backup) button.

  • Page 56: Backing Up All Bank Data (Project Backup)

    You can save all of the bank parameters and image files on the A list of folders that contain backup data appears. SD card in up to 99 files. You can also restore the P-10 using D06_09.eps bank parameter data that you have saved on the SD card.

  • Page 57: Video

    When you connect an external display, first check which format is in use and then match the setting on the P-10. After changing the video format, make sure you turn off the P-10, and then turn it back on again.

  • Page 58: Specifying The Capture Still Mode (Capture Still Mode)

    You can change the mode for capturing still images. Specify how the speed changes when you rotate the [SPEED] knob. The P-10 has a mode for capturing one still image at a time and a mode for capturing multiple still images in succession. Setting...

  • Page 59: Specifying The Startup Logo (Start Logo)

    Menu MIDI Specifying the Startup Logo (Start LOGO) Specify whether the Edirol logo appears on the P-10’s display Specify the settings on the MIDI menu when you have when the power is turned on. connected the P-10 to a MIDI device.

  • Page 60: Specifying The Device Id (Device Id)

    Operating the P-10 Using Note Messages (Note Message Enable) Specify the device ID when you have connected multiple P-10’s to a MIDI device so that you can tell them apart. Specify the key range for controlling the P-10 using a MIDI device. Setting 17–32...

  • Page 61: Controlling Movie Speed (Speed Knob)

    Menu Controlling Movie Speed (Speed Knob) Controlling Repeat (Repeat A<>B Sw) Specify the type of MIDI message to use for controlling the Specify the type of MIDI message to use for controlling the [SPEED] knob from a MIDI device. [REPEAT A B] button from a MIDI device.

  • Page 62: Controlling Still Image Capture (Capture Still Image)

    Specify the channel to use for controlling an Edirol video mixer from the P-10. Restricting the Capture Buttons (Capture) When you play back images on the P-10, the mixer channel changes automatically and the images you are playing back When you restrict the capture buttons, the CAPTURE [MOVIE] are output through the mixer.

  • Page 63: Deleting Files On The Sd Card (Delete File)

    SD card is deleted and the SD card is formatted to the You cannot restore files that have been deleted. P-10. Make sure you back up all important data to a You cannot restore files that have been deleted.

  • Page 64: Returning To The Factory Default Settings (Factory Reset)

    Menu Returning to the Factory Default Settings (FACTORY RESET) You can return the P-10 back to its factory default settings. 1. Rotate the [VALUE] knob to select “FACTORY RESET” from the MENU screen, and then press the [ENTER] button. 2. Rotate the [VALUE] knob to select “Execute.”...

  • Page 65: Appendices

    7. Appendices...

  • Page 66: Using V-Link

    Output Fade Color R White How to Use V-LINK MENU/MIDI (p. 59) Connect the P-10 to a MIDI device that supports V-LINK with a MIDI cable. By turning the MIDI device’s V-LINK feature on, Items You Can Specify with V-LINK Default Setting you can control the P-10 and change the images it displays.

  • Page 67: Sd Cards You Can Use With The P-10

    SD Prevention Cover card, slide the switch to unlock the card. At the time of purchase, the P-10 has specialized screws on the When the write protect switch is in the “LOCK” back panel marked with a ▼.

  • Page 68: P-10 File Formats

    When placing a title or characters, on the P-10. Convert still images that you have place them within 80% of the inner area to be safe. made on the computer to a P-10 supported format Safety_Area-2-2.eps...

  • Page 69: Slide Show Set List

    Slide Show Set List Slide Show Set Parameter Name Description Preset 1 Simple slide show presentation Preset 2 Presentation with active motions Preset 3 Presentation with a dynamic, sports-like feel Preset 4 Presentation with a promotional video feel Preset 5 Presentation with a travel log photo album feel Preset 6 Presentation with a family photo album feel...
  • Page 70 Slide Show Set List Motions Parameter Name Description Zoom In B-W Zoom in to the image from a black screen, and then fade out to white. Zoom Out B-W Zoom out to the image from a black screen, and then fade out to white. Zoom In W-B Zoom in to the image from a white screen, and then fade out to black.
  • Page 71 Slide Show Set List Parameter Name Description Multi-2 2 Display two images at vertical center, and then switch to the next images. Multi-3 1 Display three images in the center, zoom into the center image and switch it to the next image. Multi-3 2 After displaying three images on the left, change all three images to a different image.

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the P-10 does not operate as you expect, please check the following points first. If this does not resolve the problem, contact your nearest Roland service center or authorized Roland distributor. * If a message appears on the screen during operation, see “Error Messages” (p. 75).
  • Page 73 → The [REPEAT A B] button doesn’t work for audio files that you have added. The audio and images are not When playing back movies on the P-10, a jump of 1 frame about every 100 seconds in sync –...
  • Page 74 Is the [EXT SOURCE] button on? → When the [EXT SOURCE] button is on, images from the device connected to the P-10 p. 26 appear on the P-10’s display. You can’t apply effects to images from an external source.

  • Page 75: Error Messages

    Troubleshooting Error Messages When an error message appears on the P-10, the P-10 is not functioning correctly for some reason or there was an error in user operation. Try the following solutions when this happens. Message Description/Solution This file cannot be used on This is a file that cannot be used on the P-10.

  • Page 76: Midi Implementation Chart

    MIDI Implementation Chart P-10_MIDIChart_e.eps MIDI Implementation Chart Visual Sampler Date : Apr. 1, 2008 Model P-10 Version : 1.00 Transmitted Recognized Function... Remarks Basic Default 1–16 1–16 Settings can be saved Channel Changed 1–16 1–16 Default Mode Messages Altered **************...

  • Page 77: Main Specifications

    The actual times may differ slightly. Power Cord (for AC adaptor) Accessories * If there are many recorded files, the CD-ROM (P-10 Image Converter) total recording time may be less. SD Card When only movies are assigned: SD Card Theft Prevention Cover 864 (72 banks x 12 pads) Max.
  • Page 78 Artist Introductions MASARU OZAKI (aka VJ MASARU) At the age of 19, Masaru Ozaki crossed over to America from Japan to perform in the “Rhythm Of The World” world tour as a dancer. Participating in such events as an EC Flugshow and a private event for Prince William, Masaru traveled through twelve countries in one year, learning technical and stage direction for images and lighting.
  • Page 79 Index ..............Repeat INPUT Jacks ........Reverse ....[INPUT LEVEL] Knob ......... AC Adaptor ....Still Image Capture ........Input Video ......AC Adaptor Cord ........Strobe ......Add Still Image Copy ....Additional Audio File ....Entire Bank Parameters ........
  • Page 80 ......OUTPUT Jacks ......... Safety Area SD Card .... Back Up System Settings ... Cover Attachment Screws ........ Transfer Files ....P-10 Image Converter ........ Delete File ....Transmission Channel ............Folder Structure ........Truncate ......Add Still Image ........
  • Page 81 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country as shown below. CZECH REP. HUNGARY CENTRAL/LATIN OCEANIA ASIA Roland East Europe Ltd. CZECH REPUBLIC AMERICA Warehouse Area ‘DEPO’ Pf.83 DISTRIBUTOR s.r.o...
  • Page 82 For China For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : P-10 Type of Equipment : Visual Sampler Responsible Party : Roland Systems Group U.S. Address : 425 Sequoia Drive Suite 114, Bellingham, Washington, 98226 USA (360)-594-4282...
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