Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the CDR-88RW-4 (CD Writing Kit).
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (Owner’s Manual p. 2), “USING THE UNIT
SAFELY” (Owner’s Manual p. 3), “IMPORTANT NOTES” (Owner’s Manual
p. 5), and “Precautions” (Operation Manual of PLEXWRITER 12/10/32S
p. 76).
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 every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s
Manual and Operation Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual
should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
To connect CDR-88RW-4, the system software of VS series may need to
be updated. Please read “Check the software version of Roland VS series”
(p. 9) before you connect, and check the software version.
In case update of software is necessary, consult with your retailer, the
nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the “Information” page.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
WARNING:
IMPORTANT:
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the
letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED
THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Never use with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table except as specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
For the U.K.
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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.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic
animals or pets.
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• Before using this unit, make sure to
read the instructions below, and the
Owner’s Manual.
• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or
replace parts within it (except when
this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all
servicing to your retailer, the nearest
Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on
the “Information” page.
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions
or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the
triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for
general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never
be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that
must not be done is indicated by the design contained
within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it
means that the unit must never be disassembled.
The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
007
• Make sure you always have the unit
placed so it is level and sure to remain
stable. Never place it on stands that
could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
• Do not excessively twist or bend the
power cord, nor place heavy objects
on it. Doing so can damage the cord,
producing severed elements and short
circuits. Damaged cords are fire and
shock hazards!
• This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and
headphones or speakers, may be
capable of producing sound levels that
could cause permanent hearing loss.
Do not operate for a long period of
time at a high volume level, or at a
level that is uncomfortable. If you
experience any hearing loss or ringing
in the ears, you should immediately
stop using the unit, and consult an
audiologist.
• In households with small children, an
adult should provide supervision until
the child is capable of following all the
rules essential for the safe operation of
the unit.
• 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.
Excessive loads can cause the
insulation on the cord to heat up and
eventually melt through.
• Before using the unit in a foreign
country, consult with your retailer, the
nearest Roland Service Center, or an
authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the “Information” page.
• DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a
conventional audio CD player. The
resulting sound may be of a level that
could cause permanent hearing loss.
Damage to speakers or other system
components may result.
In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE
UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 3, please read and observe the following:
Power Supply
301
• Do not use this unit on the same power circuit
with any device that will generate line noise
(such as an electric motor or variable lighting
system).
307
• Before connecting this unit to other devices,
turn off the power to all units. This will help
prevent malfunctions and/or damage to
speakers or other devices.
Placement
352
• This device may interfere with radio and
television reception. Do not use this device in
the vicinity of such receivers.
353
• Observe the following when using this
device. For further details, refer to “Handling
the CD-RW Drive” on this page.
• Do not place the unit near devices that
produce a strong magnetic field (e.g.,
loudspeakers).
• Install the unit on a solid, level surface.
• Do not move the unit or subject it to
vibration while the drive is operating.
354a
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight,
place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it
inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise
subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive
heat can deform or discolor the unit.
355
• To avoid possible breakdown, do not use the
unit in a wet area, such as an area exposed to
rain or other moisture.
Maintenance
401a
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a
soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly
dampened with water. To remove stubborn
dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild,
non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure
to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry
cloth.
402
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or
solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility
of discoloration and/or deformation.
Handling the CD-RW Drive
602
• Install the unit on a solid, level surface in an
area free from vibration.
603
• Avoid using the unit immediately after it has
been moved to a location with a level of
humidity that is greatly different than its former
location. Rapid changes in the environment can
cause condensation to form inside the drive,
which will adversely affect the operation of the
drive and/or damage discs. When the unit has
been moved, allow it to become accustomed to
the new environment (allow a few hours) before
operating it.
606
• Remove any disk from the drive before
powering up or down.
608
• To avoid the risk of malfunction and/or
damage, insert only discs with into
the CD-RW drive. Never insert any other type
of disc. Avoid getting paper clips, coins, or
any other foreign objects inside the drive.
***
• When you carry CDR-88RW-4, remove the
disc from the loading tray. Do not carry the
device with the loading tray downward.
***
• Avoid vibration and shock during operating.
Do not carry with the power on.
***
• Optical pickup is dust-proof. Using a CD type
pickup cleaner may damage.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
Handling Compact discs
(CD-R/RW/ROM)
***
• Upon handling the discs, please observe the
following.
• Do not touch the recorded surface of the
disc.
• Do not use in dusty areas.
• Do not leave the disc in direct sunlight or
an enclosed vehicle.
***
• Keep the disc in the case.
***
• Do not keep the disc in the CD-RW drive for a
long time.
***
• Do not put a sticker on the label of the disc.
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• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny
underside (encoded surface) of the disc.
Damaged or dirty discs may not read/write
properly. Keep your discs clean using a
commercially available CD cleaner.
***
• Wipe the disc with a soft and dry cloth
radially from inside to outside. Do not wipe
along circumference.
***
• Do not use benzine, record cleaner spray or
solvents of any kind.
***
• Do not bend the disc.
Copyright
852a
• When exchanging audio signals through a
digital connection with an external
instrument, this unit can perform recording
without being subject to the restrictions of the
Serial Copy Management System (SCMS).
This is because the unit is intended solely for
musical production, and is designed not to be
subject to restrictions as long as it is used to
record works (such as your own compositions) that do not infringe on the copyrights
of others. (SCMS is a feature that prohibits
second-generation and later copying through
a digital connection. It is built into MD
recorders and other consumer digital-audio
equipment as a copyright-protection feature.)
851
•Unauthorized recording, distribution, sale,
lending, public performance, broadcasting, or
the like, in whole or in part, of a work (musical
composition, video, broadcast, public performance, or the like) whose copyright is held by a
third party is prohibited by law.
853
•Do not use this unit for purposes that could
infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We
assume no responsibility whatsoever with
regard to any infringements of third-party
copyrights arising through your use of this unit.
Additional Precautions
***
• To create your original audio CD with Roland
VS series and CDR-88RW-4, you need an
internal IDE hard disk (HDP88 series, HDP35
series, etc.).
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• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore
the contents of data that was stored on a DAT
recorder or disk drive (hard disk, Zip disk,
etc.) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation
assumes no liability concerning such loss of
data.
553
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using
the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls;
and when using its jacks and connectors.
Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
556
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables,
grasp the connector itself—never pull on the
cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts,
or damage to the cable’s internal elements.
557
•A small amount of heat will radiate from the
unit during normal operation.
558a
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to
keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels.
You may prefer to use headphones, so you do
not need to be concerned about those around
you (especially when it is late at night).
559a
• When you need to transport the unit, package
it in the box (including padding) that it came
in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use
equivalent packaging materials.
* Zip is a trademark of Iomega Corporation.
* Iomega is a registered trademark of Iomega Corpo-
ration.
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Using this unit in connection with VS series
Main Features of the CDR-88RW-4
Creating an Original Audio CD
You can create your original audio CD that can be played on ordinary CD player.
Saving Songs to CD-R/RW Discs
You can save songs saved on internal hard drive of Roland VS series to CD-R/RW discs.
Auditioning (Test Listening) Songs Written to CD-R/RW Discs
You can play ordinary audio CD or the CD you created on CDR-88RW-4 and output through
Roland VS series.
Creating an Original
Audio CD
Playing an Audio CD
Backing up Song data
on CD-R/RW disc
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Using this unit in connection with VS series
About limitation of functions
There are some limitation of functions if this unit is used in connection with Roland VS
series.
◆
The following jacks, knobs or button will not be used
• Headphone jack
• Volume Control knob
• Play Button
• Audio Output jacks
◆
Writing Speed
Writing speed to CD-R discs is limited to “x1” or “x4.”
Writing speed to CD-RW discs is limited to “x2” or “x4.”
◆
Reading Speed
Even if the reading speed is set to “x4” or “x8,” the time it takes is not always 1/4 or 1/8
of the original. This is because writing speed to the internal hard disk or errors during
disc reading.
◆
Readable Format
It is limited to “CD-ROM Mode-1” or “CD-DA.”
◆
Recordable Format
It is limited to “CD-ROM Mode-1” or “CD-DA.”
◆
Recording Mode
It is limited to “Track at Once” or “Disc at Once.”
About the CDR-88RW-4’s SCSI Number Setting
SCSI ID number of CDR-88RW-4 must be different from it of Roland VS series itself. The
default SCSI ID number of CDR-88RW-4 is “4.”
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Check the software version of Roland VS series
To connect CDR-88RW-4, the system software of VS series may need to be updated. Please check
the software version which can be connected to CDR-88RW-4.
In case update of software is necessary, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service
Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.
How to check the version of the system software
1.
Turn the power on while holding
2.
Version of the system appears at first like “VS-880 Ver 3.201” at the top of the display.
3.
Then the startup process begins as usual.
Please find compatibility of your unit as follows.
Software version
Before ver.3.204
Ver.3.204 or later
How to check the version of the system software
1.
Turn the power on while holding
2.
Version of the system appears at first like “VS880EX Ver2.001” at the top of the display.
3.
Then the startup process begins as usual.
[CH EDIT]
and
Compatibility with CDR-88RW-4
Update needed
Compatible
[SELECT]
and
[STATUS]
[STATUS]
of channel 1.
of channel 1.
Please find compatibility of your unit as follows.
Software version
Before ver.2.013
Ver.2.013 or later
Update needed
Compatible
Compatibility with CDR-88RW-4
How to check the version of the system software
1.
Turn the power on while holding
2.
Version information screen appears at first. This screen includes the system version No. on top
like “VS 1680 Ver2.001.”
3.
Press
[YES/ENTER]
Please find compatibility of your unit as follows.
, the startup process begins as usual.
Software version
Before ver.2.021
Ver.2.021 or later
[SELECT]
and
Compatibility with CDR-88RW-4
Update needed
Compatible
[STATUS]
of channel 1.
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Check the software version of Roland VS series
How to check the version of the system software
1.
Turn the power on while holding
2.
Version of the system appears at first like “VS-890 Ver.1.011” at the top of the display.
3.
Then the startup process begins as usual.
Please find compatibility of your unit as follows.
Software version
Before ver.1.011
Ver.1.011 or later
[SELECT]
and
Compatibility with CDR-88RW-4
Update needed
Compatible
[STATUS]
of channel 1.
How to check the version of the system software
1.
Turn the power on while holding
2.
Version information screen appears at first. This screen includes the system version No. on top
like “VS1880 Ver1.011.”
3.
Press
[YES/ENTER]
Please find compatibility of your unit as follows.
, the startup process begins as usual.
Software version
Before ver.1.011
Ver.1.011 or later
[SELECT]
and
Compatibility with CDR-88RW-4
Update needed
Compatible
[STATUS]
of channel 1.
How to check the version of the system software
1.
Turn the power on while holding
2.
Version of the system appears at first like “VSR-880 Ver.1.021” at the top of the display.
3.
Then the startup process begins as usual.
Please find compatibility of your unit as follows.
Software version
Before ver.1.021
Ver.1.021 or later
Compatible
Compatible
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[STATUS]
of channel 1 and
Compatibility with CDR-88RW-4
Update needed
Compatible
[SCRUB]
.
For EU Countries
This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC.
For the USA
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.
For Canada
NOTICE
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
AVIS
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
About the License Agreement
Roland VS series and CD-R/RW capability of those are designed to allow you to reproduce
material to which you have copyright, or material which the copyright owner has granted you
permission to copy. Accordingly, reproduction of Music CD or other copyrighted material
without permission of the copyright owner avoiding technical prohibiting features of secondgeneration and later copying like SCMS or others constitutes copyright infringement and may
incur penalties even in case such reproduction is for your own personal use and enjoyment
(private use). Consult a copyright specialist or special publications for more detailed
information on obtaining such permission from copyright holders.
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Information
When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as
shown below.