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Edirol R-09 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 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

    Changing the name (Rename)......66 reference. Moving songs (Move) ........67 Copying (Copy) ..........69 Copyright © 2006 ROLAND CORPORATION Repair Files (Repair)........70 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be Creating folders (Make Folder)......71 reproduced in any form without the written permission...

  • 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 Names of things and what they do 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.
  • Page 6 Names of things and what they do 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 Status Operation...
  • Page 7 Names of things and what they do ig.names2.eps_60 ig.names3.eps_60 POWER switch HOLD switch Holding down the POWER switch turns Set the HOLD switch to the ON position so power on or off. only the following buttons can be used and ➜“Turning power on/off”...
  • Page 8 Names of things and what they do fig.names4.eps_60 MICROPHONE INPUT jack The MIC input jack is used to connect an external microphone. ➜“Using external microphones” (p. 33) The volume can be adjusted using the [(+) and (-) INPUT LEVEL buttons When connecting an external microphone, please choose the setting according to the microphone type.
  • Page 9 Names of things and what they do 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.
  • Page 10 Names of things and what they do fig.names6.eps_60 USB terminal This connector is used to connect to a PC via the included USB cable. Songs recorded on the R-09 can be transferred to the PC, and WAV or MP3 files can be copied from the PC to the R-09 to be played.

  • 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> <Finder Screen> This screen shows a song list and allows names to be edited and songs to be deleted or copied.
  • Page 12 R-09 screens and basic operations Information shown in the display This section describes the main icons and information shown in the <Main Screen>. fig.joho-e.eps_60 <Play/Stop> Song name Peak Playback time Song length Reverb status Output level (OFF/HALL1/HALL2/ROOM/PLATE) Power supply status Playback/Stop status Repeat status Current time...
  • Page 13 R-09 screens and basic operations Basic operations Recording and playback fig.sousa-1-e.eps_70 Playback/Pause Rewind/Previous song Fast Forward/ (start of song) Next song Record/ Stop Recording Standby Selecting and entering fig.sousa-1-e.eps_70 <Normal> Cancel operation, Return to previous screen Move cursor up Change the value (-) Change the value (+) Move cursor to the left Move cursor to the right...

  • Page 14: Using The

    Using the R-09 Turning power on/off Using the AC adaptor Be sure to use the AC adaptor when connecting to a PC. If the batteries become exhausted while copying a song, the song may be corrupted. Check that power is turned off. If the power is on, turn it off.
  • Page 15 Using the R-09 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 •...
  • Page 16 Using the R-09 fig.power-onoff-e.eps_80 Turn power on. Press and hold down the [POWER switch] to turn on the power. Hold down Set the battery type. Select the battery type (alkaline batteries or nickel metal hydride batteries) on the <Menu Screen>. “Setting the battery type (Battery)”...

  • Page 17: Preparing The Memory Card

    Using the R-09 Preparing the memory card The R-09 uses an SD memory card. Inserting Insert the supplied SD memory card. ■ Inserting 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.
  • Page 18 Using the R-09 fig.power-onoff-e.eps_80 Turn power on. Press and hold down the [POWER switch] to turn on the power. Hold down 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). “SD Unformatted”...
  • Page 19 Using the R-09 Formatting 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 Using the R-09 fig.format-sure-e.eps_80 Select “Yes.” A confirmation screen is shown. Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to select “Yes,” then press the [REC Button]. Move cursor to the left or right Enter fig.process.eps_80 Do not remove the memory card during formatting. The storage area on the memory card may become damaged.

  • Page 21: Setting Time And Date

    Using the R-09 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>. Show <Menu Screen>...
  • Page 22 Using the R-09 Edit the time and date. fig.edit-datetime-e.eps_80 1. Move the cursor. Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to move the cursor to the right or left. Move cursor to the left or right 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...

  • Page 23: Recording

    Using the R-09 Recording Recording with the [Internal MIC]. When using the [Internal MIC], do not connect anything to the [MIC Input Jack] or [LINE IN Jack]. If a microphone or cable is connected to the [MIC Input Jack] or [LINE IN Jack], input from these jacks take precedence, and input from the [Internal MIC] is disabled.

  • Page 24: Playing Back

    Using the R-09 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 Play Press the [PLAY Button ] to begin playback.

  • Page 25: Deleting

    Using the R-09 Deleting Delete the recorded voice. fig.open-finder-e.eps_80 Show Show the <Finder Screen>. <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 ] and [STOP Button ] to select the song to delete, then press the [REC Button].

  • Page 26: Recording

    Recording Configuring recording You can set the sound quality to use when recording. Improving the sound quality increases the song size and decreases the recording time. When making a final recording of a performance, it is best to use WAV 16 bit or 24 bit to give priority to sound quality.
  • Page 27 Recording Recording mode MP3 64 kbps MP3 96 kbps MP3 128 kbps MP3 160 kbps Recording mode MP3 192 kbps MP3 224 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

    Recording Estimated recording times The approximate recording time for memory cards is shown below. Recording time (estimate) Unit: minutes Memory card size Setting 64 MB 128 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 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...

  • Page 29: Recording Instruments And Voice

    Recording Recording instruments and voice Using the internal microphones fig.mic-LR.eps_80 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 Recording 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 Show the <Menu Screen>. <Menu Screen> Hold down fig.recoedersetting-e.eps_80 2. Select “Recorder Setup.” Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select “Recorder Setup,”...
  • Page 31 Recording Set the recording mode. “Configuring recording” (p. 26) fig.recmode-e.eps_80 1. Select “Rec Mode.” Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to move the cursor to the Rec Mode line. Move the cursor up or down fig.setrecmode-e.eps_80 2. Select the recording mode. Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to change...
  • Page 32 Recording fig.rec-start-e.eps_80 Press the [REC Button] to begin recording. Starts 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

    Recording 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 Stereo microphone • If a cable is connected to the [LINE IN Jack], then the input from the [MIC Input Jack] is ignored. Do not connect anything to the [LINE IN Jack].
  • Page 34 Recording fig.setsamplingrate-e.eps_80 3. Select the sampling frequency (Sample Rate) Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to change the Sample Rate value. 44.1 kHz Sampling frequency values 48 kHz Changes the value Set the recording mode. “Configuring recording” (p. 26) fig.recmode-e.eps_80 1.
  • Page 35 Recording Set the type of microphone being used. Dynamic microphone Use the <Menu Screen> to switch OFF power intended for Condenser microphone powered plug-in powered microphones only (p. 86). by self-contained battery Plug-in powered condenser mi- Use the <Menu Screen> to switch ON power for plug-in crophone powered microphones (p.
  • Page 36 Recording fig.rec-start-e.eps_80 Press the [REC Button]. Starts recording 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].
  • Page 37 Recording 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 Recording fig.level.eps-e_80 PEAK Beyond this level Indicator lights up clipping occurs Waveforms are clipped and sound is distorted Clipped Level range for R-09 recording Input sound Recording waveform waveform 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.

  • Page 39: Recording From Cassettes Or Cds

    Recording 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 Recording Set the recording mode. “Configuring recording” (p. 26) fig.recmode-e.eps_80 1. Select “Rec Mode.” Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to move the cursor to the Rec Mode line. Move the cursor up or down fig.setrecmode-e.eps_80 2. Select the recording mode. Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to change...
  • Page 41 Recording fig.rec-start-e.eps_80 Press the [REC Button] to begin recording. Starts recording Press the [REC Button] while in recording-standby mode (the [REC Indicator] blinks). The [REC Indicator] lights up, and recording begins. Recording can also be started by pressing the [PLAY/PAUSE Button].

  • 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 Headphones Analog PHONES speakers (OPTICAL) Digital DIGITAL IN speakers 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

    Playing back Playing back songs Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to select the song to play, then press the [Play Button ] to start playback. “Song types that can be played” (p. 55) fig.play_eps fig.open-main-e.eps_80 Show the <Main Screen>. Show <Main Screen>...
  • Page 44 Playing back fig.play-start-e.eps_80 Play Play. When the [PLAY Button ] is pressed, the song shown in the display begins to play. fig.outputlevel-e.eps_80 Use the [(+) and (-) HEADPHONE VOLUME Volume High buttons] to set the volume to a comfortable loudness. The volume cannot be adjusted for sound output via a digital cable connected to the [HEADPHONE jack] (digital output).

  • Page 45: Rewinding And Fast Forwarding

    Playing back Rewinding and Fast Forwarding If the [RWD Button ] is pressed during playback, the recording rewinds while the button is pressed; if the [FWD Button ] is pressed during playback, the recording fast forwards 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.

  • Page 46: Repeated Playback Of A Selected Section

    Playing back 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 2, 3 fig.play-start-e.eps_80 Play Play back. When the [PLAY Button ] is pressed, the song shown in the display begins to play.
  • Page 47 Playing back 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. Song 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

    Playing back Repeating a song Repeats a selected song. fig.single.eps 1, 6 2, 3 fig.open-set-e.eps_80 Show the <Menu Screen>. Show Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show <Menu Screen> the <Menu Screen>. Hold down The <Menu Screen> is not shown during playback. Press the [STOP Button ] to stop playback.

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

    Playing back fig.setsingle-e.eps_80 Select “SINGLE.” Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to change the Play Mode value, and select “SINGLE.” Change the value fig.repeat-sin-e.eps_80 Select “Repeat.” Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to move the cursor to the “Repeat”...

  • Page 50: Shuffle Play

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

  • Page 51: Return To

    Playing back fig.repeat-set-shu-e.eps_80 Set repeat playback. Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to change the Repeat value. Change the 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.

  • Page 52: Playing Back In Order

    Playing back 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>. Show Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show <Menu Screen> the <Menu Screen>.
  • Page 53 Playing back fig.repeat-set-seq-e.eps_80 Set repeat playback. Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to change the Repeat value. • If “Repeat” is set to OFF, playback automatically stops once all Change the songs in the selected folder have been played in song order. the value •...

  • Page 54: Applying Reverb Effects During Playback

    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

    Playing back Song types that can be played The R-09 can play back the following songs. Sampling frequency (kHz) Sample size (bits) Playback 32, 44.1, 48 16, 24 Sampling frequency (kHz) Bit rate (kbps) 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, Playback 32, 44.1, 48 320, VBR...

  • 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

    Downloading songs to a PC Loading songs Windows fig.win-1-e.eps_34 Open My Computer. A name such as “Removable Disk” is displayed for the R-09's memory card. Double click on the removable disk. fig.win-3-e.eps_53 Copy the songs. Select the songs to copy from the removable disk to the PC, and then drag them to an appropriate location.
  • Page 58 Downloading songs to a PC Macintosh fig.mac-1-e.eps_50 “NO NAME' or “Untitled” is displayed on the desktop. The R-09 appears on the desktop as “NO NAME” (for OS X) or as “untitled” (for OS 9). fig.mac-3-e.eps_47 Double click on “NO NAME” or “untitled.”...

  • Page 59: Disconnecting The Pc

    Downloading songs to a PC 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.
  • Page 60 Downloading songs to a PC Macintosh fig.macr-1-e.eps_50 Disconnect the R-09. Disconnect the R-09 connection shown on the desktop. • With Mac OS X, drag the “NO NAME” icon to the Dock. When dragging to the garbage can on the right side of the Dock, the garbage can changes to and the connection can be terminated.
  • 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. <Finder Screen>...

  • Page 63: Selecting (Select)

    Manipulating songs and folders 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>.

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

    Manipulating songs and folders 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 ] and [STOP Button ] to select a song or folder, then press the [REC Button]. Move the cursor Enter...

  • Page 65: Deleting (Delete)

    Manipulating songs and folders Deleting (Delete) fig.song-select-e.eps_80 Select a song or folder from the <Finder Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select a song or folder, then press the [REC Button]. Move the cursor Enter To select a subfolder, select the folder then press the [FWD up or down Button...

  • Page 66: Changing The Name (Rename)

    Manipulating songs and folders Changing the name (Rename) fig.song-select-e.eps_80 Select a song or folder from the <Finder Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select a song or folder, then press the [REC Button]. Move the cursor Enter To select a subfolder, select the folder then press the [FWD...

  • Page 67: Moving Songs (Move)

    Manipulating songs and folders Moving songs (Move) fig.song-select-e.eps_80 Select a song from the <Finder Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select a song, then press the [REC Button]. To select a subfolder, select the folder then press the [FWD Move the Button ].
  • Page 68 Manipulating songs and folders R-09 memory card structure The song and folder structure for the R-09 memory card is shown below. fig.root-e.eps ➝ R-09 top level Root R09_0001.WAV R09_0002.WAV Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] R09_0003.WAV Song ➝ to change the selected file R09_0004.MP3 R09_0005.MP3...

  • Page 69: Copying (Copy)

    Manipulating songs and folders Copying (Copy) fig.song-select-e.eps_80 Select a song from the <Finder Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select a song, then press the [REC Button]. To select a subfolder, select the folder then press the [FWD Move the Button ].

  • Page 70: Repair Files (Repair)

    Manipulating songs and folders fig.song-s Repair Files (Repair) This feature allows you to repair files that cannot be played because an accident occurred during recording; for example, an adaptor was mistakenly disconnected or a card was removed. When the R-09 detects a damaged file, the "Repair" Menu is shown in the Finder. elect-e.eps_80 Select a song from the <Finder Screen>.

  • Page 71: Creating Folders (Make Folder)

    Manipulating songs and folders 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 ] and [STOP Button ] to select Root, then press the [REC Button]. Move the cursor Enter...
  • Page 72 Manipulating songs and folders fig.makefolder-e.eps_80 Select “Make Folder.” Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select “Make Folder,” then press the [REC Button]. Move the cursor Enter up or down fig.makefokder3-e.eps_80 Press the [REC Button] to enter. A confirmation screen is shown.

  • Page 73: 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 Value Category Menu/Effect Procedure (Default value in bold) Sample Rate 44.1/48 p. 74 Rate Sets the sampling frequency when recording. 64/96/128/ Rec Mode 192/224/320...

  • Page 74: Displaying The

    R-09 Configuration Settings Displaying the <Menu screen> fig.open-set.eps_80 Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button]. The <Menu screen> is shown. Show <Menu Screen> Hold down The screen cannot be changed while playing or recording a song. Please try while the unit is stopped. Setting the sampling frequency when recording (Sample Rate) Decide on whether the sound quality or a longer recording time is to be given precedence,...

  • Page 75: Setting The Recording Mode

    R-09 Configuration Settings 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 ] and [STOP Button ] to select “Recorder Setup,”...

  • Page 76: Setting The Maximum File Size

    R-09 Configuration Settings Setting the Maximum File Size (Max File Size) This feature sets a limit on the file size of the file generated during recording. Use this feature to prevent long MP3 recordings from becoming too large to be read by some software, after the data has been converted to WAV.

  • Page 77: Setting The Song Playback Mode

    R-09 Configuration Settings 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.

  • Page 78: Setting Whether To Use Repeat Playback Or Not

    R-09 Configuration Settings Setting whether to use repeat playback or not (Repeat) When set to repeat playback, the song is repeated according to the playback mode (p. 77) setting. fig.plaersetting-e.eps_80 Select “Player Setup” from the <Menu Screen>. Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select “Player Setup,”...

  • Page 79: Adjusting The Display Brightness

    R-09 Configuration Settings 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 ] and [STOP Button ] to select “Display Setup,”...

  • Page 80: Setting Peak Hold For The Level Meter

    R-09 Configuration Settings Setting Peak Hold for the Level Meter (Peak Hold) This feature sets peak hold for the Level Meter. When peak hold is ON, the largest value for the input signal is held and displayed for a set time. fig.displaysetting-e.eps_80 Select “Display Setup”...

  • Page 81: Setting The Time Until The Screen Is Darkened When No Operations Are Performed For A Set Period Of Time

    R-09 Configuration Settings 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 82: Turning Off Indicators When The Display Goes Dark

    R-09 Configuration Settings Turning off indicators when the display goes dark (Rec/Peak LED) The [REC Indicator] and [PEAK Indicator] can be linked to the Display Timer settings. When the display goes dark, the [REC Indicator] and [PEAK Indicator] also turn off. fig.displaysetting-e.eps_80 Select “Display Setup”...

  • Page 83: Setting The Time Until The Power Turns Off When No Operations Are Performed For A Set Amount Of Time

    R-09 Configuration Settings 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 84: Setting The Battery Type

    R-09 Configuration Settings 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”...

  • Page 85: Setting Whether To Monitor Sound While Recording

    R-09 Configuration Settings 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 ] and [STOP Button ] to select “Input Setup,”...

  • Page 86: Setting Whether To Use A Plug-In Powered Microphone Or Not

    R-09 Configuration Settings Setting 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 87: Setting The Date And Time

    R-09 Configuration Settings 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 88: Displaying Sd Memory Card Information

    R-09 Configuration Settings 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 ] and [STOP Button ] to select “SD Card,” then press the [REC Button]. Move the Enter cursor...

  • Page 89: Formatting Sd Memory Cards

    R-09 Configuration Settings Formatting SD memory cards (Format) 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.

  • Page 90: Message List

    Message list This section describes the main messages shown on the display. Message Problem Clock Initialized The internal clock was initialized because no power was available. Battery Low The remaining power of the internal battery is low. The battery must be replaced.
  • Page 91 Message list Message Problem SD Card Full The memory card does not have sufficient space available. Copy the song to the PC and check the memory card capacity. SD Card Slow The write to the memory card was too slow. Use a memory card that was tested for the R-09.

  • Page 92: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section provides tips on solving problems that may occur. Problems during recording The recording only plays on the L channel (left) • If using an external microphone, check whether the microphone is set to stereo or monaural. If the microphone is a monaural one, only the L channel (left) is recorded. To record both channels using a monaural microphone, set the microphone type to “MONO”...
  • Page 93 Troubleshooting Recorded files cannot be played back. • If an adaptor is mistakenly unplugged or a card is removed during recording, files can get damaged, making it impossible to play them back. The file repair feature can be used to repair such files.
  • Page 94 Troubleshooting Problems during playback There’s no sound • The sound may not be heard if the output volume is too low. Increase the output volume gradually. “(+) and (-) HEADPHONE VOLUME buttons” (p. 7) • Check if the headphones or speakers are connected properly. “Basic connections”...
  • Page 95 Troubleshooting Miscellaneous problems The power won’t turn on • Check if the AC adaptor is properly connected. If using batteries, make sure the batteries are inserted correctly in the correct orientation. The batteries may also be low, so have new batteries on hand. “Turning power on/off”...
  • Page 96 Troubleshooting 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. 89) The R-09 is connected to the PC with a USB cable, but the PC doesn’t recognize it •...

  • Page 97: Index

    Index Symbols Date ..... (+) and (-) HEADPHONE VOLUME buttons ..........Setting ......(+) and (-) INPUT LEVEL buttons ..........Date & Time ..........Delete ..................AC adaptor Digital output connector ..................AC ADAPTOR jack Disconnecting ....................AC adaptor jack Display ......
  • Page 98 Index ..................HAL1, HAL2 (hall) Main screen ..................HEADPHONE jack Make Folder ....................... HIGH Max File Size ....................HOLD is ON Media Player ....................HOLD switch Memory card ..... Displaying memory card information ......Formatting memory cards ............
  • Page 99 Index ........................Optical ........... REC button ..........REC indicator ............PAUSE ..........Rec Mode ....... Setting the Rec Mode ........ Connecting to the PC ..........Rec Monitor Sw ........ Disconnecting the PC ........... REC PAUSE ..........Peak Hold ..........Rec/Peak LED ..........
  • Page 100 Index ..– ............Sample Rate (Sampling frequency) untitled ......Setting the Sample Rate ......... USB 2.0 (HI-SPEED USB) ............Screen ..........USB cable ........Finder screen ..........USB screen ........... Main screen ..........USB terminal ........Menu screen ........USB screen .............

  • Page 101: 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 64/96/128/160/192/224/320 kbps Format Sampling Rate 44.1/48 kHz...
  • Page 102 Specifications [Input/Output] [Effects] Playback Reverb ● Audio Inputs 4 types (Hall 1, Hall 2, Room, Plate) Internal Stereo Microphone [Others] Mic input (Stereo miniature phone type, plug-in powered mic) Line input (Stereo miniature phone type) ● Display * The Internal/External MIC and the LINE IN can't 128 x 64 dot graphic display be used at the same time;...

  • Page 103: Using The Unit Safely

    (except when this manual provides ....................specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland • Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable Service Center, or an authorized Roland material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind distributor, as listed on the “Information”...
  • Page 104 In the • Before using the unit in a foreign country, interest of safety, please read and observe the consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland following precautions Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, •...

  • Page 105: Important Notes

    352a • This device may interfere with radio and television and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such of data.
  • Page 106 • Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please * Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of note the following precautions.
  • Page 107 For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : R-09 Type of Equipment : WAVE/MP3 RECORDER Responsible Party : Roland Corporation U.S. Address : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 Telephone : (323) 890 3700...
  • Page 108 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country as shown below. IRELAND HONG KONG BRAZIL TRINIDAD MIDDLE EAST Roland Ireland Parsons Music Ltd. Roland Brasil Ltda. AMR Ltd G2 Calmount Park, Calmount...

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