Roland P-1 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing the Photo Presenter P-1.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING
THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (OWNER’S
MANUAL p. 2–4). 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 © 2004 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in
any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used
improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic
animals or pets.
001
• Before using this unit, make sure to read the
instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.
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002c
• Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit
or its AC adaptor.
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003
• 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
• Never use or store the unit in places that are:
• 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
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration.
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007
• Make sure you always have the unit placed
so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never
place it on stands that could wobble, or on
inclined surfaces.
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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.
008c
• Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied
with the unit. Also, make sure the line
voltage at the installation matches the input
voltage specified on the AC adaptor’s body.
Other AC adaptors may use a different
polarity, or be designed for a different
voltage, so their use could result in damage,
malfunction, or electric shock.
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008e
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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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012b
• Immediately turn the power off, remove the
AC adaptor 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 AC adaptor, 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
• 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
• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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015
• 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
• 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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023
• DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound
may be of a level that could cause permanent
hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other
system components may result.
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101b
• The unit and the AC adaptor should be
located so their location or position does not
interfere with their proper ventilation.
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101b
• The unit and the AC adaptor should be
located so their location or position does not
interfere with their proper ventilation.
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102c
• Always grasp only the plug on the AC
adaptor cord when plugging into, or
unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.
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103b
• At regular intervals, you should unplug the
AC adaptor 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
• 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
• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy
objects on the unit.
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107c
• Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs
with wet hands when plugging into, or
unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.
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108b
• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC
adaptor and all cords coming from external
devices.
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109b
• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power
and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet
(p. 21).
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110b
• Whenever you suspect the possibility of
lightning in your area, disconnect the AC
adaptor from the outlet.
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118
• Should you remove the grounding terminal,
make sure to put them in a safe place out of
children’s reach, so there is no chance of
them being swallowed accidentally.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
291a
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2-3, please read and observe the
following:
Power Supply
301
• 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.
302
• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after
long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is
not a cause for concern.
307
• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off
the power to all units. This will help prevent
malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other
devices.
Placement
351
• 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
• This device may interfere with radio and television
reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of
such receivers.
352b
• 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.
355b
• 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.
Maintenance
401a
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry
cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with
water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a
soft, dry cloth.
402
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of
any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration
and/or deformation.
Repairs and Data
452
• 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 PC card, 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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Additional Precautions
551
• 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 PC card.
552
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the
contents of data that was stored on a PC card once it
has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no
liability concerning such loss of data.
553
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the
unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when
using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can
lead to malfunctions.
554
• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
555
•A small amount of noise may be heard from the
display during normal operation.
556
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp
the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This
way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the
cable’s internal elements.
558a
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the
unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer
to use headphones, so you do not need to be
concerned about those around you (especially when
it is late at night).
559a
• When you need to transport the unit, package it in
the box (including padding) that it came in, if
possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent
packaging materials.
562
• Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If
using some other make of connection cable, please
note the following precautions.
• 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 Cards
Using DATA Cards
704
• Carefully insert the PC card all the way in—until it
is firmly in place.
Eject Button
PC card slot
PC card adaptor
Compactflash (PC card)
Ex) When using Compactflash
705
• Never touch the terminals of the PC card. Also,
avoid getting the terminals dirty.
Handling CD-ROMs
801
• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside
(encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CDROM discs may not be read properly. Keep your
discs clean using a commercially available CD
cleaner.
About the stand
• Do not transport the P-1 by grasping its stand.
• Do not apply weight to the P-1 from above when the
stand is set up.
• Please note that the rubber feet of the stand may
leave marks on certain surfaces.
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Copyright
851
• Unauthorized recording, distribution, sale, lending,
public performance, broadcasting, or the like, in
whole or in part, of a work (musical composition,
video, broadcast, public performance, or the like)
whose copyright is held by a third party is
prohibited by law.
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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.
• Copyright to the audio material and image data on
the included CD-ROM (with the exception of the
photos in the PHOTO/Imageland folder) is the
property of the individuals or groups listed in the
separate CD-ROM list leaflet, or is the property of
Roland Corporation.
Amateurs are granted permission to use and
duplicate this material solely for use in their own
personal video editing or creations for submission in
contests (i.e., derivative works).
If you wish to use this material for public performance, broadcast, sale, distribution, or any
commercial purpose, please contact Roland Corporation or Edirol Corporation.
• The image data in the PHOTO/Imageland folder on
the included CD-ROM is from ImageLand Corporation’s “Creative Material” series, and has been
reproduced with their permission.
Copying, distributing, transferring, lending, or
selling this image data in whole or in part is
forbidden.
For more information about the “Creative Material”
series, please contact ImageLand Corporation.
ImageLand Corporation (Japan)
TEL: 03-5802-5513
FAX: 03-5802-5516
http://www.imaging.co.jp/iml/
• The fonts used in Title Maker (with certain exceptions) were created by DigitalDreamDesign.
For details on these fonts, contact
DigitalDreamDesign
http://www.digitaldreamdesign.net
mailto:into@digitaldreamdesign.net
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* GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland
Corporation.
204
* Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation.
206e
* The screen shots in this document are used in
compliance with the guidelines of the Microsoft
Corporation.
206j
* Windows® is known officially as: “Microsoft®
Windows® operating system.”
207
* Apple and Macintosh are registered trademark of
Apple Computer, Inc.
209
* MacOS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
220
* All product names mentioned in this document are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
230
* SmartMedia is a trademark of Toshiba Corp.
234
* CompactFlash and are trademarks of SanDisk
Corporation and licensed by CompactFlash association.
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* Roland Corporation is an authorized licensee of the
CompactFlash™ and CF logo ( ) trademarks.
* About SMF
The included CD-ROM contains two types of music
data. One type is for GM2 compatible sound
modules, while the other is for GS formatcompatible sound modules.
Use the type of music data that is suitable for your
sound module.
If you choose the incorrect type of music data for
your sound module, it will not play back correctly.
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• The computer graphics used in the demo and
contained in the PHOTO/VJMASARU folder of the
included CD-ROM are original graphics created for
the P-1 by VJ Masaru.
TUN Entertainment
VJ MASARU
http://www.vjmasaru.com
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Contents
IMPORTANT NOTES ................................................................ 4
Main features of the P-1 ........................................................ 11
Main applications................................................................... 12
In a concert................................................................................................................................ 12
Using the P-1 with the V-1................................................................................................13
In a presentation ......................................................................................................................14
When performing live.............................................................................................................15
Panel Descriptions................................................................. 16
Top panel ..................................................................................................................................16
Rear panel .................................................................................................................................20
Operation .............................................. 23
An overview of the P-1 .......................................................... 24
Pages and Albums ................................................................................................................... 24
Saving and loading Albums................................................................................................... 25
Internal memory.................................................................................................................25
PC card ................................................................................................................................25
Computer ............................................................................................................................25
Connecting peripheral equipment........................................ 26
Connecting the P-1 to your television...................................................................................26
Turning the power on/off....................................................... 28
Turning the power on .............................................................................................................28
Turning the power off.............................................................................................................28
Displaying a photo on the television screen....................... 29
Viewing a list of the photos (Photo Play mode).................................................................. 29
Selecting a photo directly .......................................................................................................30
Viewing the selected photo in the full screen ................................................................30
Selecting a photo directly from the full screen display ................................................31
Assigning photos................................................................... 32
Selecting a photo......................................................................................................................32
Cutting a frame ........................................................................................................................35
Inserting an empty frame .......................................................................................................35
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Contents
Playing background music ................................................... 36
Selecting background music ..................................................................................................36
Playing background music..................................................................................................... 38
Stopping the background music............................................................................................38
Returning to the beginning of the song................................................................................38
Moving the playback location of the background music...................................................39
Specifying the playback method of the background music ..............................................39
Adjusting the pitch of the background music..................................................................... 40
Raising the pitch................................................................................................................. 40
Lowering the pitch.............................................................................................................40
Adjusting the volume of the background music.................................................................41
Raising the volume ............................................................................................................41
Lowering the volume ........................................................................................................41
Adjusting the tempo of the background music................................................................... 42
Raising the tempo ..............................................................................................................42
Lowering the tempo ..........................................................................................................42
Applying effects to the image (TRANSITION) ..................... 43
Mix .............................................................................................................................................43
Selecting the Mix type .......................................................................................................43
Specifying the time for the Mix effect .............................................................................44
Turning the Mix effect on/off ..........................................................................................44
Wipe........................................................................................................................................... 45
Selecting the Wipe type..................................................................................................... 45
Specifying the time for the Wipe effect........................................................................... 46
Turning the Wipe effect on/off........................................................................................ 46
Title ............................................................................................................................................47
Selecting a Title................................................................................................................... 47
Specifying the time for the Title display......................................................................... 48
Turning the Title display on/off......................................................................................48
Playing photos automatically (AUTO).................................. 49
Specifying the timing for automatic photo playback .........................................................49
Switching photos at a specified interval (AUTO TIMER)............................................ 50
Switching photos according to playback volume or MIDI messages
(MP3/SMF SYNC) ............................................................................................................51
Switching photos according to external audio volume (INPUT SYNC)....................52
Using the Demo Play function ......................................................................................... 53
Turning automatic playback on/off .....................................................................................54
Assigning narrations to photos (NARRATION)................... 55
Selecting the narration you want to use............................................................................... 55
Recording a narration .............................................................................................................59
Saving a recorded narration...................................................................................................61
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Menu mode ............................................................................. 62
Menu list ...................................................................................................................................62
Creating a new album (NEW ALBUM)................................................................................ 63
Creating an album .............................................................................................................63
Loading an album (ALBUM LOAD) ....................................................................................64
Loading an existing album ...............................................................................................64
Saving an album (ALBUM SAVE) ........................................................................................66
Saving an album.................................................................................................................66
Editing the name of an album (ALBUM NAME) ...............................................................68
Saving the album name.....................................................................................................69
Viewing information on photos, music, and narrations, and deleting them
(FILE UTILITY) .......................................................................................................................70
Viewing information on photos, music, and narrations ..............................................70
Deleting photos, music, or narrations.............................................................................73
Copying photos, music, or narrations.............................................................................74
Using the keyboard to input a title (TITLE MAKER)......................................................... 75
Inputting the characters for the title................................................................................ 75
Saving your title .................................................................................................................77
Creating a title by freehand drawing (FREE CANVAS)....................................................78
Drawing the picture or text for the title..........................................................................78
Saving your title .................................................................................................................79
Assigning a title to an album page (TITLE ASSIGN).........................................................80
Selecting a title.................................................................................................................... 80
Contents
Connecting your computer via USB (USB mode)............... 82
Connections and driver installation...................................................................................... 82
Supported operating systems...........................................................................................82
Making connections and installing the driver............................................................... 82
Connecting your computer to the P-1 and transferring albums, photos, or music .......85
Connect the P-1 to your computer...................................................................................86
Transferring files ................................................................................................................ 87
Shutting-down the USB connection ................................................................................88
How the P-1’s internal memory is organized ................................................................90
V-1 CONTROL......................................................................... 91
Using the P-1 to control a V-1 (V-1 CONTROL) .................................................................91
Using a P-1 photo with the V-1’s Superimpose function............................................. 92
Switching V-1 input channels from the P-1 ...................................................................93
V-LINK ..................................................................................... 94
Using a MIDI device to switch photos on the P-1............................................................... 94
Using Note messages to switch photos ..........................................................................95
Using Program Change messages to switch photos..................................................... 97
Using Control Change messages to switch photos....................................................... 98
Setting the MIDI Receive Channel ........................................................................................99
Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel...................................................................................... 99
Setting the MIDI Device ID ..................................................................................................100
Using V-LINK to switch photos.....................................................................................100
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Contents
System settings (SYSTEM) ................................................. 101
SYSTEM SETTING ................................................................................................................102
Switching between NTSC and PAL (NTSC/PAL)...................................................... 102
MIDI Thru on/off (MIDI SOFT THRU)........................................................................ 102
Album Auto Save on/off (AUTO ALBUM SAVE) .....................................................103
Setting the range of the Tempo Adjustment Knob .....................................................103
AUTO SETTING ....................................................................................................................104
Specifying the interval at which Auto Timer will switch photos .............................104
Specifying the order in which photos will switch....................................................... 104
Specifying the range of pages displayed ...................................................................... 104
Appendices .......................................... 105
Troubleshooting................................................................... 106
Message list.......................................................................... 108
MIDI Implementation............................................................ 111
Specifications....................................................................... 118
Index...................................................................................... 119
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Main features of the P-1
4 Large LCD + Touch Panel
The P-1’s large LCD screen displays a list of the photos. From this list, simply use your finger to touch the
photo that you want to output. The photo you touched will appear on your television or projector.
* Photos can be loaded from PC Card or from your computer via USB.
Fast switching of photos
Photos can be switched with virtually no latency.
This is ideal for realtime control from a MIDI device.
Transition and Title functions
You can use Mix or Wipe effects to transition between photos, and superimpose titles on a photo.
* You can create titles using the P-1’s Title Maker function (p. 75), or create titles on your computer and load them
via USB.
Auto-play
You can switch among photos in synchronization with MP3/SMF data played back by the P-1.
* When playing MP3 data, the photos synchronize to the level of the music. When playing SMF data, the photos
synchronize to MIDI messages. You can also switch among photos according to the volume of an external audio
device.
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p. 16
➝
p. 30, p. 51
➝
p. 43
➝
p. 49
MP3 player with variable tempo and pitch
The P-1 uses Roland’s proprietary VariPhrase technology, which allows you to freely and independently
control the tempo and pitch of MP3 playback. You can change the tempo without affecting the pitch, or
make fine adjustments to the pitch without changing the tempo. This lets you modify the character of the
music appropriately for your situation.
Narration function
Sound that you record on the P-1 or load as a WAV file can be triggered by a photo and played back.
➝
p. 40, p. 42
➝
p. 55
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Main applications
Here are some typical ways in which you can use the P-1.
In a concert
fig.ex-1-1-e
PLAYER
PLAYER
PLAYER
The concert will
PLAYER
begin in a few
minutes.
PROJECTOR
P-1
The concert will
begin in a few
minutes.
The concert will
begin in a few
minutes.
SPEAKER
The P-1 is a great addition to a concert performance.
Photos of the performers, still images appropriate for the song, or titles you create can be projected on the
screen. You can use the touch panel to switch the photos or titles. The P-1 also provides convenient
functions for a concert performance, such as playing background music or narrations.
• For more about creating titles, refer to p. 75
• For more about switching photos or titles, refer to p. 43–p. 48.
• For more about background music, refer to p. 36.
• For more about narrations, refer to p. 55.
The concert will
begin in a few
minutes.
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Using the P-1 with the V-1
fig.ex-1-2-e
Main applications
SYMPHONY CONCERT
SYMPHONY
CONCERT
P-1
VIDEO INPUT
V-1
By using the P-1 in conjunction with the V-1 four-channel video mixer, you can superimpose titles on
scenes of the performance.
• For more about connections with the V-1, refer to p. 91.
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Main applications
In a presentation
fig.ex-2-e
PROJECTOR
P-1
Preview window
P-1's main features:
Easy to use
2A
Thmbnail window
P-1
Presentation
P-1's main features:
Easy to use
Quick response
Sound/Still
Quick response
the shortest
latency
Easy to use
touch panel
display
Quick response
END
Sound/Still integration
The P-1 is an excellent choice for presentations that use photos or other still images.
You can preview a photo before outputting it for the audience, or freely select a photo from a list of
“thumbnails.”
• For more about the P-1’s display screen and how to output a photo from the P-1, refer to p. 29.
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When performing live
fig.ex-3-e
V-Synth
Main applications
V-Drums
V-4
P-1
By switching rapidly through photos in synchronization with MIDI or audio, you can create “flip-card
animation” effects.
Photos can be switched in synchronization with a performance on keyboard or V-Drums, in
synchronization with MP3/SMF playback on the P-1 itself, or in synchronization with the input from an
external audio device.
• For more about switching photos in synchronization with MIDI or audio, refer to p. 49.
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Panel Descriptions
Top panel
fig.p-front1
2
3
4
5
7
6
8
9
10
10
1
1
Display (touch panel)
This displays various information according to the operation you’re performing.
This is a touch panel; you can perform operations simply by lightly touching the panel with your
finger.
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A light touch is sufficient when operating the touch panel. Pressing the touch panel forcefully or
with a hard object will damage it. Be careful not to use excessive force, and never press the touch
panel with any object other than your finger.
For normal cleaning, wipe the panel with a soft dry cloth, or use a firmly wrung-out cloth to
remove dirt. To remove stubborn dirt, use a mild detergent and then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Panel Descriptions
2
Auto play button (AUTO)
To switch photos you can either touch the desired photo in the P-1’s display, or switch among photos
automatically based on time or audio/MIDI data. By pressing the Auto play button (so it’s lit), you
can access a screen in which you can make settings for automatically switching photos (p. 49).
3
Narration button (NARRATION)
The P-1 lets you assign a narration (audio) to each photo; when the photo is switched, the narration
will also play.
By pressing the Narration button (so it’s lit), you can access a screen in which you can assign
narrations to the photos (p. 55) and a screen in which you can record narrations (p. 59).
4
Audio input level adjustment knob (LEVEL)
Adjusts the volume of the input from the audio input jacks and mic input jack.
5
Video output button (VIDEO OUT)
Turn this on when you want to output video from the P-1 to your television or other output device.
If you don’t want to output video (i.e., if you only want to view a photo on the P-1’s own display),
turn this off.
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Audio output level adjustment knob (VOLUME)
Adjusts the volume of the output from the headphone jack and the audio output jacks.
7
Mix button (MIX)
Selects the type of mix to be used when switching between photos. ( p. 43)
Mix
Mix refers to an effect that transitions between two images by “fading” one image into the other.
On the P-1, holding down the Mix button will display six different mix types. Select (touch) the
mix type that you want to use.
8
Wipe button (WIPE)
Selects the type of wipe to be used when switching between photos. ( p. 45)
Wipe
Wipe refers to an effect that transitions between two images by “wiping” across the screen to
replace one image with another. On the P-1, holding down the Wipe button will display six
different wipe types. Select (touch) the wipe type that you want to use.
9
Title button (TITLE)
This button selects the title that will be superimposed on the photo. You can specify titles separately
for each
appear. Select (touch) the title that you want to use. ( p. 47)
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Photo transition time knob (TIME)
“Page”
(p. 24). If you press the Title button, the four titles assigned to the current page will
This knob affects the operation of the Mix button, Wipe button, and Title button. You
can turn this Time button to adjust the length of time over which the Mix, Wipe, or Title effects are to
occur.
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8
9
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Panel Descriptions
fig.p-front2
11 12 13 14
17
11
Photo Play button (PHOTO PLAY)
Press the Photo Play button to access a list of photo thumbnails (
also use this button to switch between the thumbnail list and the full-screen display.
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Photo Assign button (PHOTO ASSIGN)
From the photos saved in the P-1 or on a PC card, use this button to select the photo you want to
display on your television or other output device.
If you press the Photo Assign button (so it’s lit), the display will show a list of the photos on the P-1
and the PC card, and the assignment destinations (p. 32).
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MP3/SMF assign button (MP3/SMF ASSIGN)
The P-1 lets you assign background music to each album, and play the music simply by pressing the
Stop/Play buttons.
If you press the MP3/SMF assign button (so it’s lit), a screen will appear where you can select a music
file from the P-1’s internal memory or a PC card, and adjust the volume or pitch at which the music
plays (p. 36).
PHOTO PLAY mode
15
16
, p. 29). You can
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14
Menu button (MENU)
When you press the Menu button (so it’s lit),
perform the following operations or settings.
Menu name Operations and settings For details
NEW ALBUM
ALBUM LOAD
ALBUM SAVE
ALBUM NAME
FILE UTILITY
TITLE MAKER
FREE CANVAS
TITLE ASSIGN
USB
V-1 CONTROL
V-LINK
SYSTEM
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Stop/Play buttons (STOP/PLAY)
Create a new album.
Load a different album.
Save the currently displayed album.
Rename an album.
View or delete data such as photos, background music, or narrations.
Use an on-screen keyboard to input text for use as a superimposed title.
Use freehand drawing to create text or pictures for use as a superimposed
title.
Select a title (text superimposed on the photo) for the album page.
Transfer photos or background music files to/from your computer via a
USB cable.
Control a V-1 (if connected; sold separately) from the P-1.
Specify the channel on which MIDI messages are to be transmitted and received, and make settings for using V-LINK to control the P-1 from an external MIDI device.
Make system-related settings, such as those for the NTSC/PAL format selection and MIDI Thru, and settings for auto-play.
This button stops or plays background music.
Press the
Press the
[PLAY] button
[STOP] button
(PLAY) to begin playing the selected music (p. 38).
(STOP) to stop playback. While stopped, pressing the Stop button again
returns you to the beginning of the song.
Menu mode
(p. 62) will appear. In
Panel Descriptions
Menu mode
p. 63
p. 64
p. 66
p. 68
p. 70
p. 75
p. 78
p. 80
p. 82
p. 91
p. 94
p. 101
you can
If no background music is selected, you can use these buttons to move to the next (NEXT) or
previous (PREV) photo. If the Auto Play button (AUTO) is lit, the photos play back automatically
when you press the [PLAY] button (p. 49).
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Tempo adjustment knob (TEMPO)
Turning the tempo adjustment knob will adjust the playback speed of the background music. (You
can change the range of adjustment in
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PC card slot (PC CARD)
SYSTEM
(p. 103).)
You can insert a PC card into this slot.
fig.pc-card-e
Carefully insert the PC card all the way in—until it is firmly in
Eject Button
place.
Never touch the terminals of the PC card. Also, avoid getting
the terminals dirty.
Ex) When using Compactflash
PC card adaptor
Compactflash (PC card)
PC card slot
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Panel Descriptions
Rear panel
fig.p-rear
18
27
18
19
20
28
Headphone jack (PHONES)
Headphones can be connected here. The headphone jack outputs the same sound as the audio output
jacks. Sound will be output from the audio output jacks even if headphones are connected.
Audio output jacks (OUTPUT AUDIO): RCA phono type
These are output jacks for analog audio signals. Connect these jacks to the audio input jacks of your
television or external amp.
Video (composite) output jack (OUTPUT VIDEO)
This jack outputs a video signal.
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19
20
21
22
23 24
25
26
31
20
Depending on the video device to which you connect this jack, the color may appear blurred. If
this occurs, use the S-video output jack (OUTPUT S-VIDEO).
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S-video output jack (OUTPUT S-VIDEO)
This jack outputs an S-video signal.
22
Audio input jacks (INPUT AUDIO): RCA phono type
These are input jacks for analog audio signals.
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Mic input jack (INPUT MIC): phone type
Connect a mic to this jack.
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LCD contrast adjustment knob (LCD CONTRAST)
This knob adjusts the contrast of the P-1’s display screen.
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MIDI input/output jacks (MIDI IN/OUT)
You can connect these jacks to other MIDI devices to transfer MIDI messages.
V-LINK
( ) is a communication standard promoted by Roland Corporation for use with
music and video devices. V-LINK allows video to be linked with musical performances in a wide
variety of ways (p. 94).
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USB connector (USB)
You can connect your computer here to transfer photos or background music into the P-1 (p. 82).
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Grounding terminal
Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation,
or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device, microphones
connected to it, or the metal portions of other objects, such as guitars. This is due to an infinitesimal
electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are concerned about this, connect the
ground terminal (see figure) with an external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may
occur, depending on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the connection method,
contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the
“Information” page.
Unsuitable places for connection
• Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)
• Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)
• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the event of lightning)
Panel Descriptions
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Power switch (POWER)
Press this switch to turn the power on/off. The power is on when the switch is in the inward position.
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AC adaptor jack
Connect the included AC adaptor to this jack.
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Cable hook
fig.c-ac-e
To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit
(should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid
applying undue stress to the AC adaptor jack, anchor the
power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration.
Using the cable hook
To AC Concent
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Security Slot( SEQULITY LOCK)
http://www.kensington.com/
AC adaptor
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MEMO
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Operation
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An overview of the P-1
Pages and Albums
The terms
“Page”
and
“Album”
will appear frequently in this manual.
Let’s start by explaining what these terms mean.
fig.o-album1-e
Page
The screen that appears when you power up the P-1
is called a
You can assign up to twelve photos (still images) to
each
• You can assign a
fig.o-album2-e
page
Page
.
.
narration
to each photo.
Page
1
Photo
Narration
5
Photo
Narration
9
Photo
Narration Narration
2
Photo
Narration
6
Photo
Narration
10
Photo
3
Narration
7
Photo
Narration Narration
11
Photo
Narration
- 1page - -
Photo
4
Photo
Narration
8
Photo
12
Photo
Narration
Album
An
Album
consists of twenty (A–T) of these
• You can assign
background music
album.
The P-1 can hold more than one
album
To each album you can assign a maximum of
75 photos (when using NTSC) or 53 photos
(when using PAL), including the photos that
are assigned as titles. Assigning the same
photo twice or more within the same album
will not decrease the number of photos you
can assign.
You can assign a maximum of 240
narrations.
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pages
to each
.
.
Album
20sheets (20page)
BGM
Saving and loading Albums
fig.o-flow-e
P-1
Internal memory (64 MB)
An overview of the P-1
PC CARD
Album
Photos
Narration
Background music
Transfer
Settings
Title
3
Transfer
Album
Photos
Narration
Background music
Settings
Title
Transfer
Internal memory
The P-1 contains internal memory for storing albums. When the P-1 is shipped from the factory, the
internal memory contains sample albums with photos and background music. You are free to overwrite
all of this sample data.
Since this factory-loaded sample data is also provided on the included CD-ROM (PRESET(E) folder), you
can reload it if you wish.
PC card
Commercially available PC cards or PC card adaptors for SmartMedia/SD/Memory Stick media can be
used to store albums that won’t fit in internal memory. Photos and background music you want to use in
a P-1 album can also be loaded via PC card.
Computer
If you use a USB cable to connect your computer to the P-1, you’ll be able to save (back up) albums or
individual photos or music from internal memory or a PC card to the hard disk of your computer.
Conversely, photos or background music you create on your computer can be used in the P-1.
For details on the folder structure of internal memory and a PC card, refer to p. 90.
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Connecting peripheral equipment
Connecting the P-1 to your television
The P-1 does not have a built-in amp or speakers. In order to hear the sound, you must connect the P1 to an audio playback system such as monitor speakers, a stereo set, or television. Alternatively, you
can listen through headphones.
In this example, we’ll make connections to a television.
1
Before you make connections, make sure that the P-1 and your television are powered off.
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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2
Connect the P-1 to your television.
When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the
inputs the audio output jacks may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do not
contain resistors, such as those from the Roland PCS series.
fig.c-tv-e
Connecting peripheral equipment
TV
to Audio input
Audio cable
to S-video input
Video cable ( S-video cable)
P-1 Rear Panel
When using
headphones
To connect the P-1 to your television, you’ll need audio cables and a video cable.
If your television has an S-video jack, we recommend that you use the S-video connector to make
connections, since this provides better image quality than the conventional (composite) video jack.
When using speakers (connect to Audio input of speakers)
Audio cables are not included; you’ll need to obtain them separately.
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Turning the power on/off
dark
bright
Turning the power on
Once the connections have been completed (p. 27), 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.
1
Press the power switch on the P-1’s rear panel to turn on the power.
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.
2
Switch on your television or other connected equipment.
Adjusting the contrast of the P-1’s display
fig.k-lcd-e
You may find the P-1’s display difficult to read immediately after
turning on the power, after using the P-1 for an extended time, or when
using the P-1 in certain environments. If this occurs, you can adjust the
contrast by turning the LCD contrast adjustment knob located on the
rear panel. Turning the knob clockwise darkens the display.
Turning the power off
1
Turn off the power to your television or other connected equipment.
2
Press the power switch located on the P-1’s rear panel to turn off the power.
All buttons and indicators on the top panel will go out.
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Displaying a photo on the television screen
When you power-on the P-1, an album will be loaded, and after a short time a list of photos will appear
in the P-1’s display. This screen is called
Play mode
In this section we’re going to show you how to display photos on your television screen, and explain
the
Photo Play mode
, that photo will appear on the television screen.
screen.
Viewing a list of the photos (Photo Play mode)
fig.b-p-play
1
Press the
The
the P-1’s display.
[PHOTO PLAY] button
[PHOTO PLAY] button
lights, and the screen for the Photo Play mode appears in
Photo Play mode
.
. When you select (touch) a photo in
Photo
fig.t-p-play-e
With the P-1’s default settings, the
automatically when you turn on the power.When you press the
again in
shows a list of photos), the P-1 switches to a full-screen (p. 30) display.
Photo Play mode
Photo
number
(i.e., when the
Photo Play mode
Photos
screen will appear
[PHOTO PLAY] button
[PHOTO PLAY] button
is lit and the P-1’s display
once
Background
music
assignment
status
(see p. 37)
Current page
Return to the previous page
(PREV)
When you power up the P-1, the most-recently displayed album will be loaded automatically. If you
changed the name of the album or its storage location, or if the album was saved on a PC card that is
no longer inserted, a New Album will be created in internal memory. If you want to re-specify the
album that should be opened, refer to p. 64.
Advance to the next page
(NEXT)
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Displaying a photo on the television screen
Selecting a photo directly
fig.fs-p-play-bar
1
Touch to move to the page
containing the photo you want to view.
fig.fs-p-play-1
2
Select (touch) the photo you want to view.
A red frame appears around the selected photo, and the
photo is displayed on the connected television.
Viewing the selected photo in the full screen
fig.b-p-play
1
When in
PLAY] button
photos), press the
The P-1 switches to a full-screen display.
fig.t-all
To return to the list of thumbnails, press the
PLAY] button
Photo Play mode
is lit and the P-1’s display shows a list of
[PHOTO PLAY] button
once again.
(i.e., when the
[PHOTO
once again.
[PHOTO
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