Roland M-300 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 3–5), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 6–8). 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 should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13. 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.

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

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with same or equivalent type.

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.

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.

001-50

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Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

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002a

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Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.

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003

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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.

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004

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Never install the unit in any of the following locations:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are

• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are

• Subject to salt exposure; or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty or sandy; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.

008a

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The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions, or as marked on the rear side of unit.

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008e

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Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

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009

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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!

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010

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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.

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011

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Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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007

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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.

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012a

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Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:

• The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or

• If smoke or unusual odor occurs

• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or

• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or

• The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

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013

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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.

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014

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Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)

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015

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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.

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016

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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.

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020

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Keep lithium batteries out of reach of small children. If a child has accidentally swallowed a battery, see a doctor immediately.

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021

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Lithium batteries must never be recharged, heated, taken apart, or thrown into a fire or water.

101a

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The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.

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102b

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Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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103a

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At regular intervals, you should unplug the power plug and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

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104

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Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

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106

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Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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107b

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Never handle the power cord or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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108a

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Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.

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109a

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Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet (p. **).

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110a

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Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, pull the plug on the power cord out of the outlet.

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113

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Use only the specified type (model no. CR2032) of lithium battery ( p. 18). Be sure to insert it as directed (to ensure correct polarity).

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026

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Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.

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027

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Never expose lithium battery to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

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114

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Used lithium batteries must be disposed of in compliance with whatever regulations for their safe disposal that may be observed in the region in which you live.

118b, 118c

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Keep the USB memory cover, the REAC caps, the grounding terminal screw, the lithium battery, the battery panel, the battery panel screws and any fader knobs you may remove and the included the REAC connector covers and the ferrite cores in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.

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120

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Always turn the phantom power off when connecting any device other than condenser microphones that require phantom power. You risk causing damage if you mistakenly supply phantom power to dynamic microphones, audio playback devices, or other devices that don’t require such power. Be sure to check the specifications of any microphone you intend to use by referring to the manual that came with it.

(This instrument’s phantom power: +48V DC, 14mA Max)

IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply

301

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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 conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.

307

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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.

308

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Although the LCD and LEDs are switched off when the POWER switch is switched off, this does not mean that the unit has been completely disconnected from the source of power. If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one that is within easy reach and readily accessible.

Placement

351

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Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.

352a

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This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

352b

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Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.

354a

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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.

355b

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When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.

360

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Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface. You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.

Maintenance

401a

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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, nonabrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

402

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Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data

452

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Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up on a USB memory, or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Memory Backup

501b

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This unit contains a battery which powers the unit’s memory circuits while the main power is off. When this battery becomes weak, the message shown below will appear in the display. Once you see this message, have the battery replaced with a fresh one as soon as possible to avoid the loss of all data in memory.

fig.BatteryLow.eps

Additional Precautions

551

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Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory on a USB memory.

552

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Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on a USB memory once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

553

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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.

554

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Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

556

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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

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A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal operation.

558b

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To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels (especially when it is late at night).

559a

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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.

562

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Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

Before Using USB memory

Using USB memory

704

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Carefully insert the USB memory card all the way in—until it is firmly in place.

705

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Never touch the terminals of the USB memory. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty.

708

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USB memories are constructed using precision components; handle the cards carefully, paying particular note to the following:

• To prevent damage to the cards from static electricity, be sure to discharge any static electricity from your own body before handling the cards.

• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact portion of the cards.

• Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or vibration.

• Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or other such locations (storage temperature: -25 to 85˚ C).

• Do not allow cards to become wet.

• Do not disassemble or modify the cards.

About USB memory

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Before using USB memory for the M-300, please format the memory on the M-300. For details, please refer to “Formatting USB memory”(p.177).

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Some USB memory might not be able to be used on the M-

300.

If an error message appears when formatting as described in “Formatting USB memory” (p.177), it is not possible to use this USB memory for the M-300.

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The M-300 supports only USB memory (USB flash Memory and USB flash drive). Hard Disk and Memory Card Reader via USB is not supported.

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USB memory does not work via USB hub.

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When the access lamp of USB memory is lit or blinking, please do not remove the USB memory. This might cause some damage to the data of the USB memory or deficit.

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We recommend to format USB memory before doing mixing operation on the M-300.

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We recommend to use USB memory exclusively for the M-300/ M-380/M-400 without storing any other files or programs.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Regarding the CAT5e cable

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In order to keep superb digital transfer quality by REAC, please make sure to use following optional cables for 100m CAT5e cable:

• SC-W100S 100M CAT5e cable

• W100S-R 100M CAT5e cable with reel

Channel Edit operation

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You might hear some noise when you control the following:

• Preamp Gain

• 4-band EQ

• 8-band EQ

• Gate

• Compressor

• Limiter

• Channel Link

• Library Recall

However, this is not out of order.

Multiple connection of REAC products

851

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Recording, duplication, distribution, sale, lease, performance, or broadcast of copyrighted material (musical works, visual works, broadcasts, live performances, etc.) belonging to a third party in part or in whole without the permission of the copyright owner is forbidden by law.

852a

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This product can be used to record or duplicate audio or visual material without being limited by certain technological copyprotection measures. This is due to the fact that this product is intended to be used for the purpose of producing original music or video material, and is therefore designed so that material that does not infringe copyrights belonging to others (for example, your own original works) can be recorded or duplicated freely.

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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.

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* Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation.

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* Windows® is known officially as: “Microsoft® Windows®

operating system.”

* Neutrik and EtherCon are registered trademarks of Neutrik,

Inc.

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When multiple REAC products are connected to either REAC A or REAC B on the M-300 via REAC splitter or switching hub, please set the REAC mode on each product correctly. If you turn on the power of these products with REAC mode set incorrectly, there might be some digital noise generated from REAC products or M-300. If this happens, please turn off the power of all REAC products and set the REAC mode correctly.

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MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which was developed by Technology Properties Limited (TPL). Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL Group.

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reserved.

fig.Fugue-logo.eps

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* All product names mentioned in this document are trade-

marks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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IMPORTANT NOTES................................................................................ 6

Contents ................................................................................................. 9

Introduction ......................................................................................... 13

Check the included items.....................................................................................................................................................13

Conventions used in this manual ......................................................................................................................................13

Basic knowledge about REAC .............................................................................................................................................13

Placement...................................................................................................................................................................................15

Turning the power on/off.....................................................................................................................................................17

About the internal lithium battery....................................................................................................................................18

À propos de la pile interne au lithium..............................................................................................................................18

About USB memory................................................................................................................................................................19

Explanation of the panels ................................................................... 20

Top panel/Front panel...........................................................................................................................................................20

Rear panel...................................................................................................................................................................................28

Basic operation .................................................................................... 32

Basic panel operations...........................................................................................................................................................32

Screen operations ...................................................................................................................................................................34

Editing a name..........................................................................................................................................................................37

Library operations ...................................................................................................................................................................37

Message operations................................................................................................................................................................39

Input channel operations.................................................................... 40

About the input channels.....................................................................................................................................................40

Operations using the CHANNEL EDIT section...............................................................................................................41

Operations in the CHANNEL DISPLAY screen................................................................................................................44

Stereo-linking channels.........................................................................................................................................................49

Specifying a channel name and color label...................................................................................................................50

Copying channel settings to another channel .............................................................................................................51

Using the channel library......................................................................................................................................................52

Assigning channels to DCA groups and MUTE groups..............................................................................................53

AUX, MTX, MAIN operations ............................................................... 54

About AUX, MTX, MAIN.........................................................................................................................................................54

Operations using the CHANNEL EDIT section...............................................................................................................55

Operations in the CHANNEL DISPLAY screen................................................................................................................58

Stereo-linking AUX/MTX.......................................................................................................................................................63

Linking MAIN L/R and MAIN C ............................................................................................................................................64

Specifying a channel name and color label...................................................................................................................64

Copying channel settings to another channel .............................................................................................................64

Using the AUX/MTX/MAIN library .....................................................................................................................................65

Assigning channels to DCA groups and MUTE groups..............................................................................................66

Copying the MAIN mix

(AUX1–8 only) ...........................................................................................................................................................................66

Copying a MTX mix to another MTX (MTX1–4) ............................................................................................................67

Dynamics .............................................................................................. 68

Gate/expander operations...................................................................................................................................................68

Compressor operations.........................................................................................................................................................74

Limiter operations...................................................................................................................................................................78

4-band EQ/8-band EQ .......................................................................... 80

4-band EQ operations (CH1–32) ........................................................................................................................................80

8-band EQ operations (AUX/MTX/MAIN)........................................................................................................................82

AUX send/MTX send ............................................................................ 84

AUX/MTX send operations (CH1–32) ...............................................................................................................................84

MTX send operations .............................................................................................................................................................86

Input/output patchbay........................................................................ 88

Default setting of the input/output patchbay..............................................................................................................88

Patchbay operations ..............................................................................................................................................................89

Input patchbay operations ..................................................................................................................................................90

Output patchbay operations...............................................................................................................................................92

Metering ............................................................................................... 94

About the meters.....................................................................................................................................................................94

Viewing the meters.................................................................................................................................................................94

Viewing the channel strip of the channel layer............................................................................................................95

Editing the meter settings....................................................................................................................................................96

Listing the channel names and group names...............................................................................................................97

Effects.................................................................................................... 98

About effects.............................................................................................................................................................................98

Effect input/output settings............................................................................................................................................. 100

Editing effect parameters.................................................................................................................................................. 102

Using the 31-band GEQ...................................................................................................................................................... 104

Inserting an external effects device .................................................106

About inserting an external effects device .................................................................................................................106

Inserting an external effects device into a channel ................................................................................................. 107

DCA groups......................................................................................... 108

About DCA groups............................................................................................................................................................... 108

DCA group settings.............................................................................................................................................................. 108

Assigning a channel to a DCA group............................................................................................................................. 108

Specifying a name and color label for the DCA group ........................................................................................... 109

Using the panel to control DCA groups ....................................................................................................................... 109

Mute groups .......................................................................................110

About mute groups .............................................................................................................................................................110

Assigning a channel to a mute group........................................................................................................................... 110

Specifying a name and color label for a mute group.............................................................................................. 111

Talkback/Oscillator............................................................................112

About talkback and oscillator ..........................................................................................................................................112

Using talkback ....................................................................................................................................................................... 113

Using the oscillator ..............................................................................................................................................................113

Monitor/Solo ......................................................................................114

About monitoring ................................................................................................................................................................ 114

Using Monitor........................................................................................................................................................................ 115

Using Solo ............................................................................................................................................................................... 115

Scene memory.................................................................................... 116

About scene memory.......................................................................................................................................................... 116

Operations in the SCENE screen...................................................................................................................................... 118

Editing the scene list ........................................................................................................................................................... 119

The Global Scope function................................................................................................................................................ 121

Synchronizing scene memories with M-48 memories............................................................................................ 122

USB memory recorder ....................................................................... 124

About the USB memory recorder ................................................................................................................................... 124

Using the USB memory recorder ....................................................................................................................................125

User settings.......................................................................................128

About user settings.............................................................................................................................................................. 128

Creating and editing user settings................................................................................................................................. 128

Limiting the range of possible operations .................................................................................................................. 133

Editing the user fader layers............................................................................................................................................. 134

Editing the user button ......................................................................................................................................................136

Editing other user preferences ........................................................................................................................................ 137

REAC applications and settings ........................................................138

REAC applications................................................................................................................................................................. 138

REAC connection examples.............................................................................................................................................. 139

REAC settings ......................................................................................................................................................................... 140

Editing the S-4000M’s Input/Output Settings............................................................................................................ 142

Merge Patchbay Operations............................................................................................................................................. 144

Output Patchbay Operations (S-0808).......................................................................................................................... 145

Splitting Merged Inputs (S-4000M's Split Function)................................................................................................ 146

Saving/Loading the S-4000M’s Input/Output Setups............................................................................................. 147

Remote................................................................................................ 148

Remote functions .................................................................................................................................................................148

Remote settings .................................................................................................................................................................... 149

Other settings and functions ............................................................152

System information and basic mixer settings............................................................................................................ 152

Saving/loading mixer settings......................................................................................................................................... 155

Date&time settings ..............................................................................................................................................................158

Managing USB memory .....................................................................................................................................................159

Console Lock ..........................................................................................................................................................................162

Help function ......................................................................................................................................................................... 163

Other settings ........................................................................................................................................................................164

Management of the M-48 live personal mixer ................................ 166

What is the M-48 live personal mixer?.......................................................................................................................... 166

Connecting M-48 units to the M-300 ............................................................................................................................ 167

Editing and managing M-48 units.................................................................................................................................. 168

Specifying the outputs from the M-300 to the M-48 unit ..................................................................................... 169

Viewing the connected M-48 units................................................................................................................................ 170

Making settings for an M-48 unit.................................................................................................................................... 172

Source Level/Pan settings ................................................................................................................................................. 175

Source Assign settings........................................................................................................................................................ 178

Checking and adjusting the musician’s mix (Group Mix) ......................................................................................180

Copying M-48 settings........................................................................................................................................................ 182

M-48 memory operations.................................................................................................................................................. 183

Using the M-48 library ........................................................................................................................................................ 185

Saving/loading USB memory........................................................................................................................................... 187

Appendix ............................................................................................190

User button functions......................................................................................................................................................... 190

Error message list.................................................................................................................................................................. 191

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................................................192

Pin configuration diagrams ..............................................................................................................................................193

Requirements for switching hubs .................................................................................................................................. 194

Main specifications .............................................................................................................................................................. 195

Dimensions............................................................................................................................................................................. 198

Effect types......................................................................................... 199

Reverb....................................................................................................................................................................................... 199

Delay.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 204

Modulation ............................................................................................................................................................................. 208

Channel strip .......................................................................................................................................................................... 210

Pitch shift................................................................................................................................................................................. 212

GEQ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 213

Roland vintage effects ........................................................................................................................................................ 214

Index ................................................................................................... 216

Screen index ....................................................................................... 220

Introduction

Check the included items

The following items are included with the M-300. Make sure that all of them are present:

• The M-300 itself

• Power cord

* Use only the power cord that was included with the M-300.

• REAC connector covers (two)

• Channel number sticker

• Ferrite cores (two)

• Owner’s manual (the document you’re reading)

Conventions used in this manual

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The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system, so what you actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.

Names

The following input/output units can be connected to the M300’s REAC ports:

• S-1608 stage unit

• S-0816 FOH unit

• S-4000S 40-channel I/O modular rack (Ver. 2.010 and later)

• S-0808 8x8 I/O UNIT

• S-4000M REAC MERGE UNIT

The REAC port on the M-300 does not support REAC EMBEDDED POWER. When you connect an S-0808, install an external battery on the S-0808 to power via the DC IN port. Note, however, that when the connection on the M-300 is made via an S-4000M or S4000D, the S-0808 is powered by the S-4000M or S-4000D, and so no external battery is needed.

In this manual, we may abbreviate these units as the S-1608, S0816, or S-4000S, or may refer to them collectively as input/ output units.

Text enclosed in square brackets [ ] indicates a button. For example, the direction to “press [METER]” means that you are to press the METER button.

If a secondary name is shown for a button, such as [DISP (BUTTON ASSIGN)], the text in parentheses indicates the function that the button has when pressed while holding down [SHIFT].

In the case of function buttons, the function is given in parentheses, such as [F1 (LINK)].

Basic knowledge about REAC

About REAC

The REAC (Roland Ethernet Audio Communication) interface is the core of this system. It uses a proprietary protocol based on Ethernet technology, and allows 40 channels of digital audio to be sent in each direction via a single Cat5e Ethernet cable.

REAC can do the following:

• Send 40 channels of digital audio in each direction

• Send audio up to 100 meters on one Cat5e cable

• A switching hub or the S-OPT option can be used to extend the cable.

• Use a switching hub to easily split the signal

• The transmission delay between REAC devices is extremely small (approximately 375 microseconds)

When the signal passes through a switching hub, there will be approximately 200 microseconds of delay for each unit.

About cables

Since Cat5e Ethernet cables are used, it’s very easy to connect REAC devices to each other. Cat5e Ethernet cables are commonly used for computer network connections, and have RJ45 plugs.

Types of Ethernet cable

There are two types of Ethernet cables. Although both types have the same exterior appearance, their RJ45 plugs are wired differently, as follows:

• Crossover cable

The internal wiring of the cable is crossed at each RJ45 plug. This means that the connections of the RJ45 plugs will differ at each end of the cable.

• Straight cable

The internal wiring of the cable is the same at each end.

Crossover cables (such as RSS SC-W20F, RSS SC-W100S, or RSS W100S-R) should be used when connecting to the REAC ports on this product.

Certain cautions apply if you’re using a conventional switching hub with this system. For details, refer to “REAC applications” (p.

138).

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M-380

S-1608

Ethernet connectors

Ethernet cables use RJ45 plugs. REAC equipment provides an RJ45 connector for each REAC port.

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RJ45 plug

For critically important communication, it is vital to protect the RJ45 plug and connector. For such situations, REAC RJ45 connectors use a sturdy Neutrik EtherCon plug. Using the EtherCon RJ45 plug allows a latched-type connector similar to an XLR plug.

The Neutrik Corporation provides EtherCon RJ45 plugs, as well as EtherCon plugs that can be added to the RJ45 plug of commercially available Ethernet cable.

The RJ45 connectors of REAC ports can accept either RJ45 plugs or EtherCon plugs.

Cautions for handling Cat5e cables

• Do not apply excessive force to Cat5e cables.

• Do not bundle (bend) a Cat5e cable to a radius less than 25 mm, or fold it in two.

• Do not tightly bundle a Cat5e cable.

• Do not place multiple Cat5e cables in parallel for an extended distance.

• Do not place Cat5e cables near a source of electrical noise (power supply cord, motor, fluorescent lights, etc.).

REAC RJ45 connector

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S-1608

SLAVE SLAVE

Cat5e

REAC A

MASTER

S-1608

Cat5e

REAC B

MASTER

M-300

The default input/output patching between the M-300 and input/output units connected to REAC ports A/B is as follows:

Input jacks

Input channel

IN1–16 CH1–16

REAC A

IN17–40 none

REAC B IN1–40 none

Output jacks

REAC A or REAC B

You can change the input/output settings. For details, refer to “Input/output patchbay” (p. 88).

OUT1–5 AUX1–5

OUT6–8 MAIN L, MAIN R, MAIN C

OUT9–40 CH1–32 DIRECT OUTS

Outputs

REAC connections

Here is a typical example of connections using the S-1608.

When connecting REAC devices to each other, the REAC mode of one device must be set to REAC master, and the REAC mode of the other must be set to REAC slave.

In this system, the M-300 is normally set to be the master (FOH setting), while the input/output units are set to be slaves.

For a more detailed description of connections, refer to “REAC applications” (p. 138).

Cat5e Ethernet cables up to 100 meters long are supported. If you need a longer connection, we recommend that you use the optional S-OPT.

Cautions when making REAC connections

• REAC connections are designed so that noise will not be produced even if you hot-swap (plug or unplug a live connection). However in rare cases, noise may occur at the audio output of the system. To prevent hot-swapping from causing damage to your speakers or other equipment connected to the audio outputs, please observe the following points:

• Make REAC connections while holding down the [MUTE ALL OUTPUTS] of the input/output unit

• Before you make REAC connections, mute the outputs using [F6 (MUTE ALL OUT)] in the MUTE GROUP screen (p. 110).

In some cases, the muted state will continue even after you release your finger from [MUTE ALL OUTPUTS] of the input/ output unit. In this case, press [MUTE ALL OUTPUTS] once again to mute, and then release your finger to unmute the unit.

Placement

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Attaching the ferrite core

You must attach the ferrite cores before using the M-300. This is for the purpose of preventing electromagnetic noise; do not remove it.

Spread the tabs, and open the ferrite core.

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Attach a ferrite core near the RJ45 plug on the Ethernet cable.

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About the REAC caps

When the M-300 is shipped from the factory, REAC caps are attached to the REAC ports. In order to use REAC port, you’ll need to remove the REAC cap. Take care not to lose the REAC caps you remove.

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About the REAC connector covers

When using an Ethernet cable with standard RJ45 plugs, fit the included REAC connector covers on the REAC ports as shown.

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Close the ferrite core until you hear it snap shut.

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Connect the plug with the ferrite core to the M-300’s

REAC port.

Remove the REAC connector cover if you’re using an EtherCon type REAC cable (SC-W20F/SC-W100S/W100S-R). Take care not to lose the REAC connector covers you removed.

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AC power connections

Connect one end of the supplied AC power cord to a grounded AC outlet, and the other end to the AC INPUT connector to provide power for the M-300’s internal power supply.

Use only the supplied power cords to prevent damage to the units.

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Attaching the power cord hook

As shown in the illustration, fit the power cord hook over

the power cord.

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When installing in a Rack

When installing in a Rack, the M-300 should be used only with the optional rackmount angle brackets, RA-10U.

Turning the power on/off

M-380

Turning the power on

Turn on the power of your input/output units.

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Once the connections have been completed, 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.

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INPUT OUTPUT

M-300

Connect your input/output units (S-1608, S-0816, S4000S, etc.) to the M-300’s REAC port.

Connect your audio equipment to the audio inputs and audio outputs of the M-300 and your input/output units.

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Audio feedback could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by:

1. Changing the orientation of the microphone(s).

2. Relocating microphone(s) at a greater distance from speakers.

3. Lowering volume levels.

Cat5e

For information about how to turn the power of S-1608/S-0816 on, refer to the owner’s manual of the S-1608/S-0816.

For information about how to turn the power of S-0808 on, refer to the owner’s manual of the S-0808.

Turn on the power of the equipment connected to the audio outputs of the M-300 and your input/output units.

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This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.

Turning the power off

Mute the outputs using [F6 (MUTE ALL OUT)] in the MUTE GROUP screen (p. 110).

Turn off the power of the equipment connected to the audio outputs of the M-300 and your input/output units.

Turn off the power using the POWER switch located on the M-300’s rear panel.

Before you turn off the power of the M-300, make sure that it is not reading/writing USB memory or reading/writing scene memory or library data. The data may be destroyed if you turn off the power during such operations.

Turn off the power of your input/output units.

For information about how to turn the power of S-1608/S-0816 off, refer to the owner’s manual of the S-1608/S-0816.

Turn on the power of the equipment connected to the

audio inputs of the M-300 and your input/output units.

Turn on the power using the POWER switch located on

the M-300’s rear panel.

When the power supply has started up, a screen like the following will appear:

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For information about how to turn the power of S-0808 off, refer to the owner’s manual of the S-0808.

Turn off the power of the equipment connected to the

audio inputs of the M-300 and your input/output units.

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To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

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About the internal lithium battery

The M-300 has an internal lithium battery that backs up the clock function and the mixer settings. If this battery runs down, the clock function and the feature that provides for the reinstatement of the mixer settings that existed prior to switching off the power will no longer operate correctly. If a popup message recommending that you replace the battery appears when you turn on the power, replace the battery as

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described in the following procedure.

Replace the old battery with a CR2032 type lithium battery. Ask your consumer electronics dealer for a “CR2032 type lithium battery.”

Back up the M-300’s mixer settings to USB memory (p.

156).

Switch off the M-300’s power, and disconnect the power

cord from the AC outlet.

Remove the two screws that fasten the battery cover as

shown in the illustration, and detach the battery cover.

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À propos de la pile interne au lithium

Le M-300 est équipé d’une pile au lithium qui fait fonctionner l’horloge et préserve les réglages du mélangeur. Si la pile est faible, l’horloge et la restauration des réglages du mélangeur ne fonctionnent pas correctement. Si un message contextuel recommandant de remplacer la pile s’affiche lorsque l’appareil est mis sous tension, il faut la remplacer comme suit.

Remplacement de la pile usée par une pile au lithium de type CR2032. Il faut s’assurer d’obtenir pile au lithium de type CR2032 du détaillant d’appareils électroniques.

Faire une copie de sauvegarde des réglages du

mélangeur interne dans la mémoire USB (p. 156).

Couper l’alimentation du M-300 et débrancher le câble

d’alimentation de la prise de courant.

Comme le montre l’illustration, retirer les deux vis qui

retiennent le couvercle du compartiment de la pile et retirer le couvercle.

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Remove the old battery, and insert the new battery.

Be careful not you cut your hand.

Attach the battery cover as shown in the illustration, and

fasten it using the two screws you removed in step 3.

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Turn on the power of the M-300, and set the date and

time (p. 158).

Load the previously saved settings (MIXER PARAMETER,

SYSTEM SETTING) from the USB memory to which you backed up the data in step 1. (p. 156)

Retirer la pile usée et insérer la pile neuve.

Faites attention de ne pas vous couper.

Remettre en place le couvercle du compartiment de la

pile et le fixer à l’aide des deux vis retirées à l’étape 3.

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Mettre le M-300 sous tension et régler la date et l’heure

(p. 158).

Charger les réglages enregistrés (PARAMÈTRE DU

MÉLANGEUR, RÉGLAGE DU SYSTÈME) dans la mémoire USB où la copie de sauvagarde a été faite à l’étape 1. (p.

156)

About USB memory

Introduction

The M-300 can use USB memory to store and read a variety of data.

• Record and play WAV files using the USB Memory Recorder

• Save and load user settings files

• Back up and recover internal mixer data

Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in—until it is firmly in place.

USB memory used with the USB Memory Recorder must support USB 2.0 (Hi-speed).

About the USB memory cover

The USB memory connector is fitted with a USB memory cover. When using USB memory, open the USB memory cover. When not using USB memory, keep the USB memory cover closed.

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Explanation of the panels

Top panel/Front panel

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Explanation of the panels

4 5

10 11 12

1 3

14 15

Fader module section

Layer section

Main fader module

CHANNEL EDIT section

Display

Function button section

Screen controller section

METER button

EFFECTS Section

GROUP section

SETUP Section

SCENE MEMORY section

USB MEMORY RECORDER section

TALKBACK/OSC Section

MONITOR Section

USER Section

PHONES jack

PHONES LEVEL knob

p. 21

p. 22

p. 25

p. 26

p. 27

Fader module section

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LAYER

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Explanation of the panels

section

This section lets you control the 16 channels you selected in the Layer section.

SEL buttons

Use these buttons to select the channel that you want to control in the CHANNEL EDIT section or in the screen. The [SEL] button of the currently selected channel will light.

This section lets you select the channel layer that will be assigned to the fader module section. The button of the currently assigned channel layer will be lit.

USER1 layer button

USER2 layer button

This assigns the user fader layer 1 or user fader layer 2 to the fader module section.

“Editing the user fader layers” (p. 134)

AUX/MTX/DCA layer button

This assigns AUX1–8, MTX1–4, and DCA1–4 to the fader module section.

CH 17–32 layer button

This assigns CH17–32 to the fader module section

Explanation of the panels

SOLO buttons

These buttons turn solo on/off for each channel. The button will light when solo is on.

“Using Solo” (p. 115)

Meters

These indicate the signal level of each channel.

“Editing the meter settings” (p. 96)

MUTE buttons

These turn muting on/off for each channel. The button will be lit if mute is active.

Faders

These adjust the signal level of each channel.

CH 1–16 layer button

This assigns CH1–16 to the fader module section.

Explanation of the panels

Main fader module

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CHANNEL EDIT section

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Explanation of the panels

SEL button

This button selects the MAIN channel so that it can be controlled from the CHANNEL EDIT section or in the screen. It will light if the MAIN channel is selected.

By repeatedly pressing [SEL] you can alternately select the MAIN L, MAIN R, or MAIN C channels.

SOLO button

This button turns solo on/off for the MAIN L/R/C channels. It will light if solo is on.

Fader

This adjusts the signal level of the MAIN L/R/C channels.

In this section you can operate the main parameters of the currently selected channel.

CH DISP button

This button accesses the CHANNEL DISPLAY screen. It will light red while this screen is displayed.

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Explanation of the panels

PREAMP area

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•

GAIN knob

This adjusts the preamp gain of CH1–32. When ATT Ctrl (p.

48) at the CHANNEL DISPLAY screen is on, this always adjusts the attenuator.

This adjusts the attenuator of AUX1–8, MTX1–4, or MAIN L/R/ C.

•

+48V button

This turns the +48V phantom power on/off.

•

PAD button

This switches the pad on/off. Turning this on will lower the input sensitivity of the preamp by 20 dB.

These controls are invalid for the following channels:

• Input channels to which you have not patched an input port

• Input channels to which you’ve patched a port that has no preamp gain, such as an internal port

EQUALIZER area

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In this area you can operate the 4-band EQ or 8-band EQ that is provided on each channel.

• DISP button

This accesses the EQUALIZER popup where you can make detailed settings. The button will light red while the popup is shown.

• ON button

This button turns the EQ on/off. It will light if the EQ is on.

• Band selection button ([LO], [LO MID], [HI MID ], [HI ])

These buttons select the band controlled by knobs on the EQUALIZER area. The button of the currently selected band will light.

Explanation of the panels

HPF (High-pass filter) area

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In this area you can operate the HPF that is provided for each input channel.

• ON button

This button turns the filter on/off. It will light if the filter is on.

These controls are invalid for the following channels:

• AUX1–8

• MAIN L/R/C

• MTX1–4

For AUX1–8, MTX1–4, or MAIN L/R/C, [HI MID ] / [HI ] buttons move the target band of the 8-band EQ on screen. For details, refer to “8-band EQ operations (AUX/MTX/MAIN)” (p. 82).

• Q knob

This adjusts the Q of the selected band.

• FREQ knob

This adjusts the center frequency of the selected band.

• GAIN knob

This adjusts the gain of the selected band.

When the GATE/EXPANDER popup, COMPRESSOR popup, or LIMITER popup is displayed, the parameters of the gate/ expander, compressor, or limiter can be adjusted using the Q knobs, FREQ knobs, or GAIN knobs. For more information, refer to “GATE/EXPANDER popup” (p. 69), “COMPRESSOR popup” (p.

74) or “LIMITER popup” (p. 78).

Explanation of the panels

GATE area

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In this area you can operate the gate/expander that is provided for CH1–32.

• DISP button

This accesses the GATE/EXPANDER popup where you can make detailed settings. The button will light red while the popup is shown.

You can turn the gate/expander on or off by holding down [SHIFT] and pressing [DISP].

Explanation of the panels

This control is invalid for the following channels:

• AUX1–8

• MTX1–4

• MAIN L/R/C

COMP area

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AUX/MTX SENDS area

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In this area you can adjust the send level from CH1–32 to the AUX/MTX buses, or adjust the send level from AUX1–8, MAIN L/R/ C to the MTX buses.

• AUX1–AUX8 / MTX1–MTX4 buttons

These buttons select the AUX/MTX bus that will be the target of the SEND LEVEL knob or the faders in SENDS ON FADER mode.

In this area you can operate the compressor that is provided on CH1–32 and the limiter that is provided on AUX1–8, MTX 1–4, and MAIN L/R/C.

• DISP button

This accesses a popup where you can make detailed settings. This will access the COMPRESSOR popup for CH1–32, or the LIMITER popup for AUX1–8, MTX 1–4, and MAIN L/R/C. The button will light red while the popup is shown.

You can turn the compressor or limiter on or off by holding down [SHIFT] and pressing [DISP].

PAN area

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• PAN knob

For CH1–32, this adjusts the pan. For AUX1–8, MTX 1–4, MAIN L/R, it adjusts the balance.

You can turn the corresponding send switch on/off by holding down [SHIFT] and pressing [AUX1]–[AUX8] / [MTX1]–[MTX4].

•

DISP button

This button accesses the AUX/MTX SENDS popup where you can make detailed settings. It will light red while the popup is shown.

•

SEND LEVEL knob

This adjusts the send level to the AUX/MTX bus selected by the [AUX1]–[AUX8] / [MTX1]–[MTX4] buttons.

If an AUX or MAIN channel is selected, this will adjust the send levels to MTX1–4.

If a MTX channel is selected, this will adjust the send levels from AUX1–8 to MTX.

If AUX/MTX buses are stereo-linked, selecting the oddnumbered AUX/MTX bus will let you adjust the send pan, and selecting the even-numbered AUX/MTX bus will let you adjust the send level.

•

SENDS ON FADER button

This button turns SENDS ON FADER mode on/off. It will blink if SENDS ON FADER mode is on.

“Using the SENDS ON FADER” (p. 43)

Explanation of the panels

Display

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This area shows mixer parameters, system settings, and meters. You can use the CHANNEL EDIT section, the function button section, and the screen controller section to perform operations in the display.

Function button section

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Use these buttons to operate the function buttons shown at the bottom of the display, and to operate the tabs that switch between display screens.

Screen controller section

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• You can hold down [SHIFT] to modify the range by which a value will change when you operate the CHANNEL EDIT section’s knob or the value dial, allowing you to adjust the setting in finer detail.

You can use the user preference SHIFT LOCK (p. 137) to change the behavior of the SHIFT button.

ENTER button

Use this button to turn an on-screen button on/off, or to confirm a change you’ve made to the settings.

HELP button

This button accesses the HELP CONTENTS popup. If you hold down [HELP] and press another button, an explanation of that button will appear in the HELP popup. This button will light red while the popup is shown.

For more about using HELP, refer to the “Help function” (p. 163).

METER button

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This button accesses the METER screen where you can view the meters. It will light red while this screen is shown.

EFFECTS section

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Explanation of the panels

Cursor buttons / Value dial

• Cursor buttons

These buttons move the cursor up/down/left/right in the screen.

• Value dial

This adjusts the value of the parameter at which the cursor is located.

SHIFT button

This button has the following two functions:

• Some buttons change their function while [SHIFT] is held down.

INT FX button

This button accesses the EFFECTS screen where you can control the effects. It will light red while this screen is shown.

EXT FX button

This button accesses the EXTERNAL INSERT screen where you can control the external insert paths. It will light red while this screen is shown.

Explanation of the panels

GROUP section

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DCA button

This button accesses the DCA GROUP screen where you can control the DCA groups and make settings for them. It will light red while the screen is shown.

MUTE button

This button accesses the MUTE GROUP screen where you can control the mute groups and make settings for them. It will light red while the screen is shown.

Explanation of the panels

SETUP section

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PATCHBAY button

This button accesses the PATCHBAY screen where you can make settings for the input/output patchbay. It will light red while the screen is shown.

SYSTEM button

This button accesses the SYSTEM screen where you can make various system settings. It will light red while the screen is shown.

SCENE MEMORY section

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USB MEMORY RECORDER section

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• Selecting a song

• Rewinding or fast-forwarding during playback

• Playing a song

• Stopping a song

• Starting recording

• Stopping recording

/ button

Here you can select the song to play, and rewind or fastforward the playback.

By pressing these buttons, you can jump to the beginning of the preceding or following song. During playback, button takes you back to the beginning of the currently playing song.

By pressing and holding these buttons while a song is playing, you can rewind or fast-forward. Normal playback will resume when you release the button.

button

Use this button to start or stop playback, or to start recording.

When you press this button while the recorder is stopped, the currently selected song will play.

When you press this button while the song is playing, playback will stop.

When you press this button in recording-standby mode, recording will start.

When you press this button while recording a song, recording will stop.

DISP button

This button accesses the SCENE screen where you can manage the scene list and make scene settings. It will light red while the screen is shown.

RECALL button

This recalls the mixer parameters from the currently selected scene number.

PREV / NEXT buttons

These buttons move to the preceding or following scene number.

STORE button

This stores the current mixer parameters into the currently selected scene number.

REC button

Use this button to put the recorder in recording-standby mode, or to divide the song currently being recorded.

• Recording-standby mode

When you press this button while the recorder is stopped, the recorder will enter recording-standby mode. Press

to start recording.

• Dividing the song currently being recorded

When you press this button while a song is being recorded, recording of the song currently being recorded will be completed, and recording of a new song will begin.

DISP button

This button accesses the RECORDER screen where you can make recorder settings and manage the song list. It will light red while this screen is shown.

TALKBACK/OSC (talkback/oscillator) section

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Explanation of the panels

USER section

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MIC LEVEL knob

This adjusts the preamp gain of the talkback mic input over a range of -10dBu–65dBu.

In the TALKBACK/OSCILLATOR screen, you can select a talkback mic input from the CONSOLE INPUT 1–4.

DISP button

This button accesses the TALKBACK/OSCILLATOR screen, where you can make talkback settings and oscillator settings. It will light red while the screen is shown.

TALKBACK button

This button turns talkback on/off. It will blink while talkback is on.

MONITOR section

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DISP button

This button accesses the USER screen where you can change or edit the user settings. It will light red while the screen is shown.

If you hold down [SHIFT] and press this button, the USER BUTTON tab of the USER PREFERENCE popup will appear. This is a convenient way to check the user button settings.

USER 1-8 button

These access the function that is assigned to each button. You can make function assignments in the USER PREFERENCE popup. For details, refer to “Editing the user button assignments” (p. 136).

Explanation of the panels

LEVEL knob

This adjusts the monitor output level in a range of -Inf dB – +10.0 dB.

DISP button

This button accesses the MONITOR screen where you can make monitor or solo settings. It will light red while the screen is shown.

SOLO CLEAR button

This button clears (turns off) the solo settings of all channels in a single operation.

By holding down [SHIFT] and pressing a USER1–8 button, you can access the functions assigned to user buttons 9–16.

PHONES jack

You can connect a set of headphones to this jack, and use it to monitor the MONITOR L/R audio signal.

PHONES LEVEL knob

This adjusts the output level to the headphones connected to the PHONES jack.

Explanation of the panels

Rear panel

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Explanation of the panels

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CONSOLE INPUT jacks

CONSOLE OUTPUT jacks

REAC A, B ports

USB connector

MIDI connectors

RS-232C/MIDI select switch

RS-232C connector

DIGITAL OUT jack

Security slot

BATTERY slot

Grounding terminal

Power cord hook

AC INPUT connector

POWER switch

USB MEMORY connector

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p. 29

p. 30

p. 31

CONSOLE INPUT jacks

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Explanation of the panels

CONSOLE OUTPUT jacks

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Explanation of the panels

CONSOLE INPUT 1–4

These are balanced XLR-3-31 female input jacks for inputting analog audio signals from microphones or line level equipment.

By default they are patched to CH17–20.

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Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below. Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect.

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+PHANTOM[+48V/14mA]

HOT

GND

COLD

CONSOLE INPUT 5–8

These are TRS type (balanced) jacks for inputting analog audio signals from line level equipment. By default they are patched to CH21–24.

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Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below. Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect.

fig.TRSJack.eps

CONSOLE OUTPUT 1–4

These are balanced XLR-3-32 male output jacks for outputting analog audio signals.

By default, MAIN L/R, MONITOR L/R are patched to them.

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Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below. Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect.

fig.XLRJack.eps

GND

HOT

COLD

CONSOLE OUTPUT 5–8

These are TRS type (balanced) jacks for outputting analog audio signals. By default, AUX1–4 are patched to them.

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Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below. Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect.

fig.TRSJack.eps

CONSOLE INPUT 9–12

These are RCA phono jacks for inputting analog audio signals from line level equipment.

The CONSOLE INPUT 5–8 jacks and CONSOLE OUTPUT 5–8 jacks can also be used as input/output jacks for inserting external effect processors into channels. For details, refer to “Inserting an external effects device” (p. 106).

By default they are patched to CH25–28.

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When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the inputs (CONSOLE INPUT) may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.

Explanation of the panels

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REAC A, B ports

fig.REACPortGuide.eps

USB connector

fig.USBPortGuide.eps

These are RJ45 connectors for connecting input/output units such as the S-1608, S-0816, or S-4000S via Cat5e Ethernet cables.

These connectors support Cat5e Ethernet cables up to 100 meters long. If you need a longer connection, we recommend that you use the optional S-OPT.

The default input/output patching between the M-300 and input/output units connected to REAC ports A/B is as follows:

Explanation of the panels

Input jacks

REAC A

REAC B IN1–40 none

Output jacks

REAC A or REAC B

The REAC A/B ports have REAC indicators that show the REAC communication status. The state of the REAC indicator has the following significance:

Status

Unlit

Lit

Blinking Connected normally with a REAC device.

IN1–16 CH1–16

IN17–40 none

OUT1–5 AUX1–5

OUT6–8 MAIN L, MAIN R, MAIN C

OUT9–40 CH1–32 DIRECT OUTS

Explanation

No connection with a REAC device has been established.

A split connection with a REAC device has been established.

Input channel

Outputs

This USB connector can be connected to your PC to control the M-300 remotely.

For details, refer to “USB MIDI” (p. 148).

MIDI connectors

fig.MIDIPortsGuide.eps

These connectors are for connection with MIDI equipment. An IN connector (for reception) and an OUT/THRU connector (for transmission and “thru”) are provided. You can use the REMOTE popup to switch between the OUT and THRU functions.

For details, refer to “MIDI settings” (p. 149).

RS-232C / MIDI select switch

fig.SerialSelSWGuide.eps

On the M-300 you can use either the MIDI connectors or the RS232C connector. This switch selects the connector(s) you will use.

You must switch off the M-300’s power before changing the position of this switch.

RS-232C connector

fig.RS232CPortGuide.eps

You can use this RS-232C connector to remotely control the M300 from an external device.

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