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.
Copyright © 2010 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
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: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE
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 symbolor 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.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with same or equivalent type.
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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.
● Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
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● Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.
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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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● 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.
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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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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.
●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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●Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.
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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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●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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●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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●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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●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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●Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)
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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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●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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●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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●Lithium batteries must never be recharged, heated, taken apart, or thrown into a fire or water.
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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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● Never expose lithium battery to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
●The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
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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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● 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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●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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●Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.
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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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● Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.
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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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● 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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●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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●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.
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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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●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)
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Power Supply
●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.
●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.
●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
●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.
●This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
●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.
●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.
●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.
●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
●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.
●Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Repairs and Data
●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.
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Memory Backup
●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.
Additional Precautions
●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.
●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.
●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.
●Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
●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.
●A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal operation.
●To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels (especially when it is late at night).
●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.
●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.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Before Using USB memory
Using USB memory
●Carefully insert the USB memory card all the way in—until it is firmly in place.
●Never touch the terminals of the USB memory. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty.
●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
●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).
●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.
●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.
●USB memory does not work via USB hub.
●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.
●We recommend to format USB memory before doing mixing operation on the M-300.
●We recommend to use USB memory exclusively for the M-300/ M-380/M-400 without storing any other files or programs.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
Regarding the CAT5e cable
●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
●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
●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.
Copyright
●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.
●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.
●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.
*Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
*Windows® is known officially as: “Microsoft® Windows® operating system.”
*Neutrik and EtherCon are registered trademarks of Neutrik, Inc.
●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.
*Fugue © 2010 Kyoto Software Research, Inc. All rights reserved.
*All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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IMPORTANT NOTES................................................................................ |
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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 ................................................................................................................................................................... |
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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 |
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66 |
Copying a MTX mix to another MTX (MTX1–4) ............................................................................................................ |
67 |
Dynamics .............................................................................................. |
68 |
Gate/expander operations................................................................................................................................................... |
68 |
Compressor operations......................................................................................................................................................... |
74 |
Limiter operations ................................................................................................................................................................... |
78 |
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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) ............................................................................................................................... |
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MTX send operations ............................................................................................................................................................. |
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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 |
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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 .......................................................................................................................................................................... |
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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)
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.
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The following input/output units can be connected to the M- 300’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 S- 4000D, 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, S- 0816, 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)].
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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Ethernet connectors
Ethernet cables use RJ45 plugs. REAC equipment provides an RJ45 connector for each REAC port.
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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 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.
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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.
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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.
1. Spread the tabs, and open the ferrite core.
2.Attach a ferrite core near the RJ45 plug on the Ethernet cable.
3. Close the ferrite core until you hear it snap shut.
4.Connect the plug with the ferrite core to the M-300’s REAC port.
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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.
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.
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.
Attaching the power cord hook
1.As shown in the illustration, fit the power cord hook over the power cord.
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.
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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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2.Connect your audio equipment to the audio inputs and audio outputs of the M-300 and your input/output units.
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.
3.Turn on the power of the equipment connected to the audio inputs of the M-300 and your input/output units.
4.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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1.Mute the outputs using [F6 (MUTE ALL OUT)] in the MUTE GROUP screen (p. 110).
2.Turn off the power of the equipment connected to the audio outputs of the M-300 and your input/output units.
3.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.
4.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.
For information about how to turn the power of S-0808 off, refer to the owner’s manual of the S-0808.
5.Turn off the power of the equipment connected to the audio inputs of the M-300 and your input/output units.
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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6.Turn on the power of the M-300, and set the date and time (p. 158).
7.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)
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.
1.Faire une copie de sauvegarde des réglages du mélangeur interne dans la mémoire USB (p. 156).
2.Couper l’alimentation du M-300 et débrancher le câble d’alimentation de la prise de courant.
3.Comme le montre l’illustration, retirer les deux vis qui retiennent le couvercle du compartiment de la pile et retirer le couvercle.
4.Retirer la pile usée et insérer la pile neuve.
Faites attention de ne pas vous couper.
5.Remettre en place le couvercle du compartiment de la pile et le fixer à l’aide des deux vis retirées à l’étape 3.
6.Mettre le M-300 sous tension et régler la date et l’heure (p. 158).
7.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)
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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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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.
2SOLO buttons
These buttons turn solo on/off for each channel. The button will light when solo is on.
“Using Solo” (p. 115)
3Meters
These indicate the signal level of each channel.
“Editing the meter settings” (p. 96)
4MUTE buttons
These turn muting on/off for each channel. The button will be lit if mute is active.
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These adjust the signal level of each channel.
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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.
2SOLO button
This button turns solo on/off for the MAIN L/R/C channels. It will light if solo is on.
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This adjusts the signal level of the MAIN L/R/C channels.
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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
3 HPF (High-pass filter) area
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:
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This adjusts the gain of the selected band.
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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].
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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.
8 AUX/MTX SENDS area
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.
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)
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5 Display
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.
6 Function button section
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.
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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.
2SHIFT button
This button has the following two functions:
•Some buttons change their function while [SHIFT] is held down.
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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.
3ENTER button
Use this button to turn an on-screen button on/off, or to confirm a change you’ve made to the settings.
4HELP 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).
8 METER button
This button accesses the METER screen where you can view the meters. It will light red while this screen is shown.
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This button accesses the EFFECTS screen where you can control the effects. It will light red while this screen is shown.
2EXT 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.
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10GROUP section
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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.
2MUTE 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.
11SETUP section
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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.
2SYSTEM button
This button accesses the SYSTEM screen where you can make various system settings. It will light red while the screen is shown.
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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.
2RECALL button
This recalls the mixer parameters from the currently selected scene number.
3PREV / NEXT buttons
These buttons move to the preceding or following scene number.
4STORE button
This stores the current mixer parameters into the currently selected scene number.
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•Selecting a song
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.
•Rewinding or fast-forwarding during playback
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.
2 button
Use this button to start or stop playback, or to start recording.
•Playing a song
When you press this button while the recorder is stopped, the currently selected song will play.
•Stopping a song
When you press this button while the song is playing, playback will stop.
•Starting recording
When you press this button in recording-standby mode, recording will start.
•Stopping recording
When you press this button while recording a song, recording will stop.
3REC 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.
4DISP 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.
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14 TALKBACK/OSC (talkback/oscillator) section
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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.
2DISP 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.
3TALKBACK button
This button turns talkback on/off. It will blink while talkback is on.
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This adjusts the monitor output level in a range of -Inf dB – +10.0 dB.
2DISP button
This button accesses the MONITOR screen where you can make monitor or solo settings. It will light red while the screen is shown.
3SOLO CLEAR button
This button clears (turns off) the solo settings of all channels in a single operation.
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You can connect a set of headphones to this jack, and use it to monitor the MONITOR L/R audio signal.
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This adjusts the output level to the headphones connected to the PHONES jack.
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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.
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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These are TRS type (balanced) jacks for inputting analog audio signals from line level equipment.
By default they are patched to CH21–24.
Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below. Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect.
3CONSOLE INPUT 9–12
These are RCA phono jacks for inputting analog audio signals from line level equipment.
By default they are patched to CH25–28.
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.
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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.
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).
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4 USB connector
This USB connector can be connected to your PC to control the M-300 remotely.
For details, refer to “USB MIDI” (p. 148).
5 MIDI connectors
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).
6 RS-232C / MIDI select switch
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.
7 RS-232C connector
You can use this RS-232C connector to remotely control the M- 300 from an external device.
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