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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Checking The Package Contents

    Checking the package contents The R-09 comes with the following items. After opening the package, please check all items. If any items are missing, please contact the retailer from whom this product was purchased. * In the interest of product improvement, the appearance of this unit and/or the supplied accessories are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Names of Things and What They Do R-09 screens and basic operations Using the R-09 Turning power on/off ...14 Preparing the memory card ...17 Setting time and date...21 Recording...23 Playing back...24 Deleting ...25 Recording Configuring recording...26 Recording instruments and voice ...29 Using the internal microphones ...29...

  • Page 4: Names Of Things And What They Do

    Names of things and what they do fig.names1.eps_60 Internal MIC These stereo microphones are built into the R-09. ➜“Using the internal microphones” (p. 29) Display The display shows information about the R-09.➜“Information shown in the display” (p. 12) PEAK indicator This indicator lights up when the input or output volume is too high.

  • Page 5: Play/Pause Button

    REPEAT button The REPEAT button allows the region between two points (between A - B) to be played back repeatedly. Assign marker A and marker B in the song, and the region between marker A and marker B will be repeated. Pressing the button once assigns marker A.

  • Page 6: Stop Button

    ig.names1-1.eps_60 STOP button ( The STOP button stops playback or recording. It is also used to move the cursor down in the display or to change the value of a selected item. ➜“Basic operations” (p. 13) Current Screen Playing Recording standby <Main Screen>...

  • Page 7: Power Switch

    ig.names2.eps_60 POWER switch Holding down the POWER switch turns power on or off. ➜“Turning power on/off” (p. 14) Never switch off the power during playback/ recording, while connected to the PC via USB, or while “Now Processing!” appears in the display. (+) and (-) INPUT LEVEL buttons The INPUT LEVEL buttons adjust the level of the sound from the [Internal MIC...

  • Page 8: Microphone Input Jack

    LINE IN jack When inputting audio signals from audio equipment or digital instruments, use a cable with a stereo-mini plug to connect the R-09 to the device. ➜“Recording from cassettes or CDs” (p. 39) Volume is adjusted with the [(+) and (-) INPUT LEVEL buttons Use the <Menu Screen>...

  • Page 9: Low Cut Switch

    fig.names5.eps_60 AUTO GAIN CONTROL switch This switch turns AUTO GAIN CONTROL on or off. It is usually set to off. Evens out the overall level of the signal during recording by increasing the level of sounds that are weak, while attenuating those that are loud. Turn this switch on to record voices of people both near and far during meetings.

  • Page 10: Battery Compartment

    Battery compartment Batteries are inserted here when operating on battery power. There is no need to insert batteries when using the AC adaptor. ➜“Using batteries” (p. 15) Be sure to turn the R-09 off before unplugging the AC adapter.

  • Page 11: R-09 Screens And Basic Operations

    R-09 screens and basic operations The R-09 screen The <Main Screen> is shown when power to the R-09 is turned on. The <Finder Screen> and <Menu Screen> can be opened from the <Main Screen>. fig.mode-e.eps_78 <Main Screen> This startup screen is shown after power is turned on.

  • Page 12: Information Shown In The Display

    Information shown in the display This section describes the main icons and information shown in the <Main Screen>. fig.joho-e.eps_60 Song name Playback time Output level Playback/Stop status (PLAY/STOP) Song name Recording time Input level Record/Recording standby status (REC/STANDBY) fig.powersource-e.eps_60 new batteries. <Play/Stop>...

  • Page 13: Recording And Playback

    Basic operations Recording and playback fig.sousa-1-e.eps_70 Rewind/Previous song (start of song) Selecting and entering fig.sousa-1-e.eps_70 Cancel operation, Return to previous screen Change the value (-) Move cursor to the left fig.sousa-3-e.eps_70 <When editing the internal clock date and time or name only> Cancel operation, Return to previous screen Move cursor to the left...

  • Page 14: Using The

    Check that power is turned off. If the power is on, turn it off. Press and hold the [POWER switch] on the R-09 to turn power on or off. fig.ac-eps_80 Plug the DC plug of the AC adaptor into the [AC Adapter Jack] on the R-09.

  • Page 15: Using Batteries

    Using batteries Be sure to use the AC adaptor when connecting to a PC. Pressing and holding down the [POWER switch] turns on the power and shows an R-09 image in the display. Batteries that can be used • AA alkaline batteries (LR6) •...

  • Page 16: Battery Life

    • Do not mix new and used batteries or different types of batteries. • When not using the R-09 for an extended time, it is recommend that the batteries be removed to prevent leakage. • When connecting to a PC via a USB cable, always use the AC adaptor to prevent power failures during connection.

  • Page 17: Preparing The Memory Card

    Check that the power is turned off. If the power is on, turn it off. Press and hold the [POWER switch] on the R-09 to turn power on or off. Open the [Bottom Cover] on the bottom of the unit.

  • Page 18: Turn Power On

    Press and hold down the [POWER switch] to turn on the power. When using a memory card with the R-09 for the first time, the memory card must be formatted. Please format the memory card following the procedure in “Formatting” (p. 19).
  • Page 19 A memory card must be formatted when using it with the R-09 for the first time. Be sure to format the memory card on the R-09. Cards formatted on devices other than the R-09 may not operate properly on the R-09.
  • Page 20 Press the [FINDER/MENU Button] twice to return to the <Main Screen>. SD Memory Card • The R-09 supports SD memory cards of 64 MB to 2 GB. • Some memory card types or memory cards from some manufacturers may not record or play back properly on the R-09.

  • Page 21: Setting Time And Date

    Setting time and date When turning on power, please follow the procedure below to set the internal clock. The time and date set here are used as information (time stamp) for the recorded songs. fig.open-set-e.eps_80 Show the <Menu Screen>. Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show the <Menu Screen>.

  • Page 22: Move The Cursor

    Edit the time and date. fig.edit-datetime-e.eps_80 1. Move the cursor. Use the [RWD Button the cursor to the right or left. fig.edit-datetime-2-e.eps_80 2. Edit the date and time. Move the cursor over the character to change, use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button date and time, then press the [REC Button] to enter the changes.

  • Page 23: Recording

    2. Play the song to record into the microphone. The level meter indicates the loudness of the input to R-09. fig.inputlevel-set.eps_80 3. While the sound is being output, press the [(+) (-) Input Level Button] to adjust the volume gradually.

  • Page 24: Playing Back

    Playing back Listen to the recorded voice. fig.phones.eps_80 Connect a playback device. The R-09 does not have speakers. To listen to the playback, headphones or speakers must be provided separately. fig.play-start-e.eps_80 Press the [PLAY Button playback. When the [PLAY Button] is pressed, the song shown in the display begins to play.

  • Page 25: Deleting

    Deleting Delete the recorded voice. fig.open-finder-e.eps_80 Show the <Finder Screen>. Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show the <Finder Screen>. fig.song-select-e.eps_80 Select the song. Use the [PLAY Button the song to delete, then press the [REC Button]. fig.delete-e.eps_80 Select “Delete.”...

  • Page 26: Recording

    • Higher sampling frequencies result in larger song sizes and shorter recording times. • When using the recording as an audio track for a video, we recommend setting the frequency to 48 kHz. • The sampling frequency of a recorded song cannot be changed on the R-09. 44.1 kHz...

  • Page 27: Recording Mode

    Recording mode MP3 64 kbps MP3 96 kbps MP3 128 kbps MP3 160 kbps Recording mode MP3 192 kbps MP3 256 kbps MP3 320 kbps WAV 16 bit WAV 24 bit ■ WAV versus MP3 WAV songs (*.WAV) store all sound information without compression; MP3 songs (*.MP3) store songs using compression.

  • Page 28: Estimated Recording Times

    Estimated recording times The approximate recording time for memory cards is shown below. Recording time (estimate) Setting WAV (16 bit/44.1 kHz) WAV (16 bit/48 kHz) WAV (24 bit/44.1 kHz) WAV (24 bit/48 kHz) MP3 128 kbps MP3 256 kbps MP3 320 kbps The above recording times are estimates.

  • Page 29: Recording Instruments And Voice

    The internal microphone is a stereo microphone. The sound picked up by the microphone on the right side of the R-09 is recorded on the right channel (R), while the sound that the microphone on the left captures is recorded on the left channel (L).

  • Page 30: Set The Sampling Frequency

    Set the sampling frequency. “Configuring recording” (p. 26) fig.open-set-e.eps_80 1. Show the <Menu Screen>. Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show the <Menu Screen>. fig.recoedersetting-e.eps_80 2. Select “Recorder Setup.” Use the [PLAY Button “Recorder Setup,” then press the [REC Button]. fig.setsamplingrate-e.eps_80 3.

  • Page 31: Select The Recording Mode

    Set the recording mode. “Configuring recording” (p. 26) fig.recmode-e.eps_80 1. Select “Rec Mode.” Use the [PLAY Button the cursor to the Rec Mode line. fig.setrecmode-e.eps_80 2. Select the recording mode. Use the [RWD Button the Rec Mode value. Recording mode fig.open-basic2-e.eps_80 Press the [FINDER/MENU Button] twice to return to the <Main Screen>.

  • Page 32: Play It Back

    fig.rec-start-e.eps_80 Press the [REC Button] to begin recording. Press the [REC Button] in recording-standby mode (while the [REC Indicator] is blinking). The [REC Indicator] lights up, and recording begins. • Recording can also be started by pressing the [PLAY/PAUSE Button]. •...

  • Page 33: Using External Microphones

    Using external microphones The R-09 can use a dynamic microphone or a condenser microphone, such as the type that are connected to the microphone jack of a PC. fig.conmic-LR-e.eps_80 • If a cable is connected to the [LINE IN Jack], then the input from the [MIC Input Jack] is ignored.
  • Page 34 fig.setsamplingrate-e.eps_80 3. Select the sampling frequency (Sample Rate) Use the [RWD Button the Sample Rate value. Sampling frequency values Set the recording mode. “Configuring recording” (p. 26) fig.recmode-e.eps_80 1. Select “Rec Mode.” Use the [PLAY Button the cursor to the Rec Mode line. fig.setrecmode-e.eps_80 2.

  • Page 35: Connect The Microphone

    (stereo). Connect the microphone. Connect a microphone to the [MIC Input Jack] on the R-09. To monitor the sound while recording, connect headphones to the [HEADPHONE jack]. Feedback may occur when external speakers are connected, so please do not use speakers.
  • Page 36 fig.rec-start-e.eps_80 Press the [REC Button]. Press the [REC Button] while in recording-standby mode (while the [REC Indicator] is blinking). The [REC Indicator] lights up, and recording begins. • Recording can also be started by pressing the [PLAY/PAUSE Button]. • If you slide the HOLD switch to the ON position after starting a recording, the recording will not stop nor will the recording level change even if a button is accidentally pressed.

  • Page 37: Adjusting Recording Levels

    Adjusting recording levels The R-09 is designed to record a wide variety of sounds, but it can also make high-quality recordings when a recording level (volume) appropriate for the sound to be recorded is set. Level settings should be the highest input level (volume) that has no distortion. This principle is the same for both the [Internal Microphone] and external microphones.
  • Page 38 Indicator lights up Level range for R-09 recording Use the [Input Level Button] to adjust the volume so that the [PEAK Indicator] does not light up even when the loudest sound is produced by the target. Doing this prevents clipping during the loudest parts of a song or during instrumental passages played fortissimo.

  • Page 39: Recording From Cassettes Or Cds

    Recording from cassettes or CDs The R-09 can be used for recording instrumental performances and taking voice memos, but it can also be used to record cassettes or CDs using the [LINE IN Jack]. If a device or cable is connected to the [LINE IN Jack], input from the microphones is disabled. Therefore, it is not possible to mix microphone and line input during recording.
  • Page 40 Connect the CD player. Use an audio cable to connect the line out jack on the CD player to the [LINE IN Jack] on the R-09. Adjust the input level. Adjust the input level while playing the song to be recorded on the CD player.
  • Page 41 Be careful to not mistakenly use the [Input Level Button]. Press the play button on the CD player. The song playing on the CD player is recorded on the R-09. Waiting until the song finishes playing. fig.rec-stop-e.eps_80 Press the [STOP Button recording.

  • Page 42: Playing Back

    Playing back Basic connections The R-09 does not have speakers. To listen to playback, headphones or amp speakers must be provided separately. fig.basic-e.eps_80 When connecting speakers Turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.

  • Page 43: Playing Back Songs

    Press the [FWD Button] to move forward one song at a time. When “No Song” is shown, there is no song in the current folder that the R-09 can play. When “No Card” is shown, there is no memory card in place.
  • Page 44 • The song names shown in the display do not support MP3 ID3 tagging. See “Song types that can be played” (p. 55) for songs that can be played back on the R-09. ] is pressed, the song shown in...

  • Page 45: Rewinding And Fast Forwarding

    Rewinding and Fast Forwarding If the [RWD Button ] is pressed during playback, the recording rewinds while the button is pressed; if the [FWD Button while the button is pressed. Once these buttons are released, playback starts again. If the buttons are held down continuously, the rewind or fast forward speed increases. fig.rwdfwd-e.eps_80 Rewinding or fast forwarding during playback When rewinding or fast forwarding during playback of a 16/24 bit WAV song, the rewind or fast...

  • Page 46: Repeated Playback Of A Selected Section

    Repeated playback of a selected section Play back a specific section in a song repeatedly. A section can be played repeatedly to check the recording. fig.repeat.eps fig.play-start-e.eps_80 Play back. When the [PLAY Button in the display begins to play. fig.repeat-1-e.eps_80 Set the start position (marker A).
  • Page 47 fig.repeat-ab-e.eps The section set in steps 1 and 2 (A-B) is played back repeatedly. To cancel repeat playback, press the [REPEAT Button] again. Cautions during setting • If marker B is not set after setting marker A and playback continues to the end of the song, the section between marker A and the end of the song is repeated.

  • Page 48: Repeating A Song

    Repeating a song Repeats a selected song. fig.single.eps fig.open-set-e.eps_80 Show the <Menu Screen>. Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show the <Menu Screen>. The <Menu Screen> is not shown during playback. Press the [STOP Button ] to stop playback. fig.plaersettings-e.eps_80 Select “Player Setup.”...

  • Page 49: Use The [Rwd Button ] And [Fwd Button ] To Change

    fig.setsingle-e.eps_80 Select “SINGLE.” Use the [RWD Button the Play Mode value, and select “SINGLE.” fig.repeat-sin-e.eps_80 Select “Repeat.” Use the [PLAY Button the cursor to the “Repeat” line. fig.repeat-set-e.eps_80 Select “ON.” Use the [RWD Button the Repeat value, and select “ON.” fig.open-basic2-e.eps_80 Return to <Main Screen>.

  • Page 50: Shuffle Play

    Shuffle play Automatically change the song order and play back. fig.open-set-e.eps_80 Show the <Menu Screen>. Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show the <Menu Screen>. The <Menu Screen> is not shown during playback. Press the [STOP Button ] to stop playback. fig.plaersettings-e.eps_80 Select “Player Setup.”...

  • Page 51: Press The [Finder/Menu Button] Twice To Return To The

    fig.repeat-set-shu-e.eps_80 Set repeat playback. Use the [RWD Button the Repeat value. • If “Repeat” is set to OFF, playback automatically stops once all the songs in the selected folder have been played with the shuffle feature. • If “Repeat” is set to ON, songs are repeated in the same order once all the songs in the selected folder have been played with the shuffle feature.

  • Page 52: Playing Back In Order

    Playing back in order The recorded songs are played back in order of their song number. “The order of songs” (p. 44) fig.open-set-e.eps_80 Show the <Menu Screen>. Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show the <Menu Screen>. The <Menu Screen> is not shown during playback. Press the [STOP Button ] to stop playback.
  • Page 53 fig.repeat-set-seq-e.eps_80 Set repeat playback. Use the [RWD Button the Repeat value. • If “Repeat” is set to OFF, playback automatically stops once all the songs in the selected folder have been played in song order. • If “Repeat” is set to ON, songs are repeated in the same order once all the songs in the selected folder have been played in song order.

  • Page 54: Playing Back

    Applying reverb effects during playback The R-09 can apply reverb effects to the song being played. Such reverberation simulates the experience of being in a hall or on stage. REVERB is an effect that can be used to, for example, make it seem as if the sound were being played in a large hall.

  • Page 55: Song Types That Can Be Played

    Song types that can be played The R-09 can play back the following songs. Playback 44.1, 48 Playback 32, 44.1, 48 Variable Bit Rate. Bit rates are decreased for low sound density situations. Bit rates are increased for high sound density situations.

  • Page 56: Downloading Songs To A Pc

    Downloading songs to a PC By connecting a PC to the R-09 via a USB cable, songs from the R-09's memory card can be downloaded to the PC and used by music software. Also, songs on the PC can be sent to the R-09 for playback.

  • Page 57: Loading Songs

    The actual display may differ depending on the environment. Downloading songs from a PC To load songs from the PC into the R-09, select the songs on the PC and drag them to the removable disk icon. Songs that can be played on the R-09 Playback 32, 44.1, 48...
  • Page 58 • The actual display may differ depending on the environment. Downloading songs from a PC To load songs from a Macintosh into the R-09, select the songs on the Macintosh and drag them to the “NO NAME” or “untitled” icon. Songs that can be played on the R-09...

  • Page 59: Disconnecting The Pc

    Disconnect the PC and R-09. Follow the procedure below to disconnect and unplug the USB cable. Do not turn off power to the R-09 or remove the USB cable or memory card while the PC and R-09 are connected. Windows Display the “Safe to remove...
  • Page 60 • The actual display may differ depending on the environment. Disconnect. Once the “NO NAME” or “untitled” icon has been deleted from the desktop, the USB cable connected the R- 09 and PC can be removed. The power to the R-09 can also be turned off. and the...
  • Page 61 Memo...

  • Page 62: Manipulating Songs And Folders

    Manipulating songs and folders The R-09 saves songs to the memory card. The <Finder Screen> lists these songs, and the songs can be deleted or copied from this screen. Also, folders can be created, so songs can be moved to and managed in folders.

  • Page 63: Selecting (Select)

    Selecting (Select) This operation is used to select and play back a song from the list of recorded songs. If a folder is selected, the current directory changes to the selected folder and the songs in the folder can be selected from the <Main Screen>. fig.song-select-e.eps_80 Select a song or folder from the <Finder Screen>.

  • Page 64: Displaying Song Or Folder Information (Information)

    Displaying song or folder information (Information) fig.song-select-e.eps_80 Select a song or folder from the <Finder Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button a song or folder, then press the [REC Button]. To select a subfolder, select the folder then press the [FWD Button ].

  • Page 65: Deleting (Delete)

    Deleting (Delete) fig.song-select-e.eps_80 Select a song or folder from the <Finder Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button a song or folder, then press the [REC Button]. To select a subfolder, select the folder then press the [FWD Button ]. To move up a level, press the [RWD Button fig.delete-e.eps_80 Select “Delete.”...

  • Page 66: Changing The Name (Rename)

    Changing the name (Rename) fig.song-select-e.eps_80 Select a song or folder from the <Finder Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button a song or folder, then press the [REC Button]. To select a subfolder, select the folder then press the [FWD Button ]. To move up a level, press the [RWD Button fig.rename-e.eps_80 Select “Rename.”...

  • Page 67: Moving Songs (Move)

    • Select “Root” to move the song to the top level. When a folder is selected, the song is moved into that folder. ➜“R-09 memory card structure” (p. 68) • To cancel, press the [FINDER/MENU Button] before pressing the [REC Button].
  • Page 68 R-09 memory card structure The song and folder structure for the R-09 memory card is shown below. fig.root-e.eps Root R09_0001.WAV R09_0002.WAV R09_0003.WAV Song ➝ R09_0004.MP3 R09_0005.MP3 Folder ➝ Folder1 • The song and folder names can be changed. ➜“Changing the name (Rename)” (p. 66) •...

  • Page 69: Copying (Copy)

    • Select “Root” to copy the song to the top level. When a folder is selected, the song is copied into that folder. ➜“R-09 memory card structure” (p. 68) • To cancel, press the [FINDER/MENU Button] before pressing the [REC Button].

  • Page 70: Creating Folders (Make Folder)

    Creating folders (Make Folder) Select where to create a folder from the <Finder Screen>. fig.root-select-e.eps_80 ■ Selecting Root 1. Use the [PLAY Button select Root, then press the [REC Button]. fig.folder-select-e.eps_80 ■ Selecting a folder 1. Use the [PLAY Button select the folder where the new folder is to be created.
  • Page 71 fig.makefolder-e.eps_80 Select “Make Folder.” Use the [PLAY Button “Make Folder,” then press the [REC Button]. fig.makefokder3-e.eps_80 Press the [REC Button] to enter. A confirmation screen is shown. Press the [REC Button] to enter. A “New Folder” is created. To cancel, press the [FINDER/MENU Button] before pressing the [REC Button].

  • Page 72: R-09 Configuration Settings

    R-09 Configuration Settings Various R-09 settings, such as recording and playback settings and date and time settings, are done from the <Menu Screen>. List of Settings Category Sample Rate Rate Sets the sampling frequency when recording. Recorder Setup Rec Mode Sets the song type (recording mode) when record- ing.

  • Page 73: Setting The Sampling Frequency When Recording

    Setting the sampling frequency when recording (Sample Rate) Decide on whether the sound quality or a longer recording time is to be given precedence, and set the sampling frequency accordingly. “Configuring recording” (p. 26) fig.recoedersetting-e.eps_80 Select “Recorder Setup” from the <Menu Screen>.

  • Page 74: Setting The Recording Mode

    Setting the recording mode (Rec Mode) Please make the sampling frequency according to whether sound quality or recording time has precedence. “Configuring recording” (p. 26) fig.recoedersetting-e.eps_80 Select “Recorder Setup” from the <Menu Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button “Recorder Setup,” then press the [REC Button]. fig.recmode-e.eps_80 Select “Rec Mode.”...

  • Page 75: Setting The Song Playback Mode

    Setting the song playback mode (Play Mode) Here’s how to set the playback method for songs. In addition to playing songs back in order from the beginning, one song can be repeated or songs can automatically be reordered for playback. fig.plaersetting-e.eps_80 Select “Player Setup”...

  • Page 76: Setting Whether To Use Repeat Playback Or Not

    Setting whether to use repeat playback or not (Repeat) When set to repeat playback, the song is repeated according to the playback mode (p. 75) setting. fig.plaersetting-e.eps_80 Select “Player Setup” from the <Menu Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button “Player Setup,” then press the [REC Button]. fig.repeat-sin-e.eps_80 Select “Repeat.”...

  • Page 77: Adjusting The Display Brightness

    Adjusting the display brightness (Brightness) Here’s how to adjust the brightness of the R-09’s display. Power consumption is reduced when the display's brightness is decreased. fig.displaysetting-e.eps_80 Select “Display Setup” from the <Menu Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button “Display Setup,” then press the [REC Button].

  • Page 78: Setting The Time Until The Screen Is Darkened When No Operations Are Performed For A Set Period Of Time

    Setting the time until the screen is darkened when no operations are performed for a set period of time (Display Timer) To reduce power consumption, this feature automatically turns off the display when no operations are performed within a set period of time. fig.displaysetting-e.eps_80 Select “Display Setup”...

  • Page 79: Setting The Time Until The Power Turns Off When No Operations Are Performed For A Set Amount Of Time

    Setting the time until the power turns off when no operations are performed for a set amount of time (Auto Power Off) This feature automatically turns off power when no operations are performed for a set amount of time to reduce power consumption. During recording and playback or while connected via USB, the power does not turn off even if no operations are performed within the set period of time.

  • Page 80: Setting The Battery Type

    Setting the battery type (Battery) When using batteries with the R-09, set Battery according to the type of battery being used. If the wrong type is set, the remaining battery power will not be shown correctly. fig.powermanagement-e.eps_80 Select “Power Manage” from the <Menu Screen>.

  • Page 81: Setting Whether To Monitor Sound While Recording

    Setting whether to monitor sound while recording (Rec Monitor Sw) Sets whether to monitor the input sound through headphones while recording. fig.inputsetting-e.eps_80 Select “Input Setup” from the <Menu Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button “Input Setup,” then press the [REC Button]. fig.setrecmonitor-e.eps_80 Set monitoring with the “Rec Monitor Sw.”...

  • Page 82: Microphone Or Not

    Plug-inSetting whether to use a plug-in powered microphone or not (Plug-in Power) The following setting needs to be made when using an external microphone. Set it to ON when using a microphone that requires plug-in power; set it to OFF when the microphone uses batteries or does not require plug-in power.

  • Page 83: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time (Date & Time) Set the internal clock. The time and date set here is used as data for the recorded songs. “Displaying song or folder information (Information)” (p. 64) When the power is on, the internal clock draws power from the AC adaptor or the batteries. When the power is off, the internal clock will run temporarily on the power stored in the unit, but if the power is off for several days, the internal clock settings return to the original settings (initial status).

  • Page 84: Displaying Sd Memory Card Information

    Displaying SD memory card information (Information) The memory card usage and protect setting can be checked. fig.sdutl-e.eps_80 Select “SD Card” from the <Menu Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button “SD Card,” then press the [REC Button]. fig.information-e.eps_80 Select “Information.” Use the [PLAY Button “Information,”...

  • Page 85: Formatting Sd Memory Cards

    See “Formatting” (p. 19) for information about formatting memory cards. Initializing the R-09 (Factory Reset) You can restore all the settings that the R-09 originally had when it left the factory by carrying out the procedure below. This operation does not delete songs on the memory card.

  • Page 86: Message List

    The AC adaptor may also be used. Improper Song The song is in a file format that cannot be used with the R-09. Already Exists There is a song or folder of the same name. Create the song or folder using a different name.
  • Page 87 SD Card Slow The write to the memory card was too slow. Use a memory card that was tested for the R-09. The performance of the memory card may have decreased because of improper song organization on the memory card, which was caused by repeated saving and deleting.

  • Page 88: Troubleshooting

    • When using an external microphone, make sure to choose the settings appropriate for the microphone being used. “Set the type of microphone being used.” (p. 35) • Is a phantom powered microphone connected? The R-09 does not support phantom powered microphones.

  • Page 89: For Recording

    A stereo song is created although a monaural microphone was used for recording. • The R-09 records in stereo. Even if a monaural microphone is connected and the [EXTERNAL MICROPHONE TYPE Switch] is set to “MONO,” a stereo song with the same sound...

  • Page 90: Problems During Playback

    “Message list” (p. 86) The wrong song is played • The song playback mode may be in shuffle play (SHUFFLE). In this mode, the R-09 randomly selects the next song to be played. Change the setting to normal play (SEQUENTIAL).

  • Page 91: Miscellaneous Problems

    “Turning power on/off” (p. 14) • If the R-09 still does not turn on even though there is no problem with the AC adaptor or batteries, the unit may be damaged.
  • Page 92 The settings disappear • If all the settings in the <Menu Screen> are restored to factory defaults, the R-09 may have been accidentally reset to factory defaults. Please reconfigure the settings. “Initializing the R-09 (Factory Reset)” (p. 85) The R-09 is connected to the PC with a USB cable, but the PC doesn’t recognize it •...

  • Page 93: Index

    Index Symbols (+) and (-) HEADPHONE VOLUME buttons (+) and (-) INPUT LEVEL buttons AC adaptor AC ADAPTOR jack AC adaptor jack Already Exists AUTO GAIN CONTROL switch Auto Power Off Battery Batteries that can be used Battery compartment Battery Low Setting the battery type Bottom cover Bottom cover lock...
  • Page 94 HAL1, HAL2 (hall) HEADPHONE jack HIGH HOLD is ON HOLD switch Icon Improper Song Information Initializing the R-09 (Factory Reset) Input Setup Internal Microphone LINE IN jack LOW CUT switch Main screen Make Folder Media Player Memory card Displaying memory card information...
  • Page 95 Optical PAUSE Connecting to the PC Disconnecting the PC PEAK indicator PLAT (plate) Playback Basic connections PLAY Play Mode PLAY/PAUSE button Playing back Repeat A-B SEQUENTIAL Setting the Repeat Setting the song playback mode SHUFFLE SINGLE Song types that can be played Player Setup Plug-in Power Power...
  • Page 96 Sample Rate (Sampling frequency) Setting the Sample Rate Screen Finder screen Main screen Menu screen USB screen SD Card SD Card Error SD Card Full SD Card Locked SD Card Slow SD memory card SD Unformatted Select SEQUENTIAL Settings SHUFFLE SINGLE Song Copy...

  • Page 97: Specifications

    Specifications WAV/MP3 RECORDER: R-09 [Recorder Part] ● Tracks 2 (stereo) ● Signal Processing AD/DA conversion: 24 bits, 44.1/48 kHz ● Data Type <For Recording> * Stereo only Format MP3 (MPEG-1 audio layer 3) Sampling Rate 44.1/48 kHz Bit Rates 64/96/128/160/192/256/320 kbps...

  • Page 98: Frequency Response

    [Input/Output] ● Audio Inputs Internal Stereo Microphone Mic input (Stereo miniature phone type, plug-in powered mic) Line input (Stereo miniature phone type) * The Internal/External MIC and the LINE IN can't be used at the same time; only the LINE IN is effective.

  • Page 99: Using The Unit Safely

    USING THE UNIT SAFELY Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.
  • Page 100 • Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/ amperes) for the extension cord.

  • Page 101: Important Notes

    IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page p. 99, please read and observe the following: Power Supply: Use of Batteries • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air condi-...

  • Page 102: Additional Precautions

    • Depending on the conditions in which you use the R- 09, you may notice a slight sensation of discomfort or roughness when touching the R-09 itself or a metal part of a connected mic. This is due to an extremely small electrical charge which poses absolutely no danger to the human body.

  • Page 103: Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : Type of Equipment : Responsible Party : NOTICE AVIS R-09 WAVE/MP3 RECORDER Roland Corporation U.S. Address : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 Telephone : (323) 890 3700 For the U.K.
  • Page 104 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country as shown below. HONG KONG Parsons Music Ltd. 8th Floor, Railway Plaza, 39 EUROPE Chatham Road South, T.S.T, EDIROL (Europe) Ltd.

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