Roland PCR A30 Service Manual

Owner’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing the MIDI keyboard controller PCR-A30.

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.

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 EDIROL/Roland Service Center, or an authorized EDIROL/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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• 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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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.

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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• 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 AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center, or an authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:

• The AC adaptor or the power-supply cord 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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• 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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• Always grasp only the output plug or the body of the AC adaptor when plugging into, or unplugging from, this unit or an outlet.

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• 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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• 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 AC adaptor body, or its output 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 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. 10).

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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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IMPORTANT NOTES

In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2 -3, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

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• Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system).

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• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.

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• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

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.

354a

• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

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

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• Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard. This can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing to produce sound.

Maintenance

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• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

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

Repairs and Data

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• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), 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.

Additional Precautions

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• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer).

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• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in the unit’s memory once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

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• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

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• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

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• 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).

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• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

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• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-**; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

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• 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.

Handling CD-ROMs

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• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner.

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* Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation.

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* The screen shots in this document are used in compliance with the

guidelines of the Microsoft Corporation.

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

operating system.”

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* Apple and Macintosh are registered trademark of Apple Computer,

Inc.

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* MacOS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

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* OMS is a registered trademark of Opcode Systems, Inc.

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* FreeMIDI is a trademark of Mark of the Unicorn, Inc.

Contents of the package

The PCR-A30 includes the following items. When you open the package, first make sure that all items are included. If any are missing, contact the dealer where you purchased the PCR-A30.

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USB Audio Interface / MIDI Keyboard Controller PCR-A30

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AC adaptor

This is the only AC adaptor you should use with the PCR-A30. Do not use any AC adaptor other than the supplied one, since doing so may cause malfunction.

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USB cable

Use this to connect the USB connector of your computer with the USB connector of the PCR-A30. For details on connections and driver installation, refer to

* Please use only the included USB cable. If you require a replacement due to loss or damage, please contact

a “EDIROL/Roland Service Center” listed in the “Information” section at the end of this manual.

Setup

(p. 11).

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852b

853

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CD-ROM

This contains drivers and editors for use with the PCR-A30.

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Template sheets (two sheets)

One of these templates lists the messages that are assigned to the knobs and sliders (controllers) by GM2 memory (memory no. 0). A blank sheet is also included for you to make a note of your own controller settings.

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Owner’s Manual

This is the manual you are reading. Please keep it on hand for reference.

• 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.

• When exchanging audio signals through a digital connection with an external instrument, this unit can perform recording without being subjected to some of the restrictions of the Serial Copy Management System (SCMS). This is because the unit is intended solely for musical production, and is designed not to be subject to restrictions as long as it is used to record works (such as your own compositions) that do not infringe on the copyrights of others. (SCMS is a feature that prohibits second-generation and later copying through a digital connection. It is built into MD recorders and other consumer digital-audio equipment as a copyright-protection feature.)

• 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.

Quick page reference table

Before you begin

Using the audio functionality

Using the PCR-A30 as a MIDI keyboard

Using the PCR-A30 as a MIDI controller

Driver Installation p. 11 Settings p. 38 Names of things and what they do p. 8 Table of operating modes p. 45 System settings p. 82

Audio and MIDI flow p. 36 Playing sounds on your computer p. 40 Recording sound on your computer p. 41 Digital recording the output of the PCR-A30 on a CD/MD/DAT p. 42

Playing a connected sound module Features Useful When Playing p. 44

Pitch Bend p. 44 Modulation p. 44 Hold p. 44 Expression p. 44 Octave Shift p. 44 Transpose p. 44

Switching memory sets Snapshot mode (SNAPSHOT) p. 52 Assign MIDI messages.ÅiController settingsÅj p. 53

Note Assign p. 55 Aftertouch Assign p. 57 Control Change Assign p. 59 Program Change Assign p. 61 RPN/NRPN Assign p. 64 Sys Ex. Assign p. 66

Tempo Assign p. 73 Assign Copy p. 74 No Assign p. 75 Save p. 76 Bulk p. 77 Protect p. 80 V-Link p. 81

p. 43

p. 51

Making system settings

Trouble Shooting

F8 Clock Velocity Offset p. 83 Keyboard Port Set p. 83 H-Activity On / Off p. 83 USB MIDI Driver Mode p. 83 Startup Memory p. 84 Factory Reset p. 84 USB AudioOn / Off p. 84 USB Audio Sampling Frequency p. 84 USB Audio Driver Mode p. 84 Direct Monitor On / Off p. 85 Settings for devices connected to the input jacks p. 85 Speaker On / Off p. 85

Problems related to the USB driver Problems when using the PCR-A30 p. 97

p. 83

p. 94

Contents

IMPORTANT NOTES ....................................... 4

Contents of the package ................................ 5

Quick page reference table ............................ 6

Contents........................................................... 7

Names of things and what they do................ 8

Panel............................................................................... 8

Rear Panel.................................................................... 10

Setup 11

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers

(Windows) ...................................................... 12

Installing the driver ................................................... 12

Settings and checking................................................ 22

Specifying the audio and MIDI input/output

destination............................................................... 22

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers

(Macintosh) .................................................... 25

Mac OS X users........................................................... 25

Installing the driver................................................ 25

Setting the audio device ........................................ 26

Mac OS 9 users............................................................ 27

Installing the PCR-A30 driver .............................. 27

Setting the driver.................................................... 28

Installing the ASIO driver..................................... 33

Table of operating modes.......................................... 45

Setting the MIDI Transmit Channel ........................46

Selecting Sounds on a Sound Module..................... 48

Transmitting a Reset message .................................. 50

Using the PCR-A30 as a MIDI controller ..... 51

Changing the Memory Sets ...................................... 51

Transmitting the current controller values all at once

(SNAPSHOT).............................................................. 52

Assign MIDI messages (EDIT) .................................53

NOTE ASSIGN ....................................................... 55

AFTERTOUCH ASSIGN....................................... 57

CONTROL CHANGE ASSIGN............................ 59

PROGRAM CHANGE ASSIGN........................... 61

RPN/NRPN ASSIGN ............................................64

Sys Ex. ASSIGN ...................................................... 66

TEMPO ASSIGN..................................................... 73

Copying a MIDI message assignment

(ASSIGN COPY)......................................................... 74

Canceling a MIDI message assignment

(NO ASSIGN)............................................................. 75

Saving a memory set (SAVE).................................... 76

Transmitting/receiving bulk data (BULK)............. 77

Protecting a memory set (PROTECT)...................... 80

V-LINK mode ............................................................. 81

System settings ............................................ 82

Appendices 87

Operation 35

Basic use ....................................................... 36

Basic connections........................................................ 36

Audio and MIDI flow................................................ 36

Input/output devices ................................................ 38

Use audio functionality................................. 40

Playing sounds on your computer .......................... 40

Recording sound on your computer ....................... 41

Digitally recording sound from your computer.... 42

Using the PCR-A30 as a MIDI keyboard...... 43

Features Useful When Playing................................. 44

Applying Pitch Changes to Notes........................ 44

Modifying the Sound of Notes............................. 44

Adding a Sustain Effect to Notes......................... 44

Controlling the Volume or Timbre of the Sound44

Changing Octaves .................................................. 44

Transpose the Pitch of the Keyboard................... 44

Memory sets .................................................. 88

Troubleshooting............................................ 94

MIDI implementation................................... 101

Main specifications..................................... 106

index............................................................. 107

Names of things and what they do

Panel

fig.panelA_50

345 76

Master volume knob

This adjusts the volume that is output from the headphone jack, the master output jacks and the speaker.

Controllers [R1]–[R8]

You can assign MIDI messages to these controllers.

V-LINK Button

Press the V-LINK button to enter V-LINK mode (p. 81). When V-LINK mode is on, the V-LINK button will light.

*V-LINK

V-LINK ( ) is a function that lets you play music and images. By using this with a VLINK compatible video device, you can enjoy various video effects that are linked to your performance.

MEMORY Button

Accesses memories that are stored within the PCR-A30.

MIDI CH Button

Specifies the transmission channel (“current channel”) for the keyboard and bender.

PROGRAM CHANGE Button

Transmits program change messages on the current channel.

EDIT Button

Used to assign MIDI messages to the controllers.

DEC Button

Decreases the value of a setting by one (except in PLAY mode (p. 44)).

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INC Button

Increases the value of a setting by one (except in PLAY mode (p. 44)).

10.

HEX Button

When not in PLAY mode (p. 44), sets the input mode to hexadecimal (HEX input mode).

11.

DECIMAL Button

When not in PLAY mode (p. 44), sets the input mode to decimal (DECIMAL input mode).

12.

Controllers [B1]–[B6]

You can assign MIDI messages to these controllers.

fig.panelB_50

Names of things and what they do

13.

Display

Indicates the current status and various other information.

USB DATA OUT HEX

14.

Controllers [S1]–[S8]

Lights if the PCR-A30 is connected to your computer via USB. This will blink when MIDI messages are transmitted via USB or MIDI OUT. Lights when the value shown in the display is hexadecimal.

You can assign MIDI messages to these controllers.

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15.

Controllers [L1]–[L3]

You can assign MIDI messages to these controllers.

* You can also assign MIDI messages to these controllers as

desired.(➝Edit mode ( EDIT )

16.

TRANSPOSE/ENTER Button

Use

[TRANSPOSE]

(p. 53))

[OCTAVE -/+]

to transpose the pitch of the keyboard in semitone steps. Also, in any mode except PLAY mode, it functions as the

[ENTER]

button, which you need to press to confirm the settings you've made.

17.

OCTAVE -/+

Press

[OCTAVE -/+]

to shift the pitch of the keyboard up or down in steps of an octave. When not in PLAY mode, use these buttons to return to the previous setting item (the

[BACK]

button) or to cancel the setting and return to PLAY mode (the

18.

BENDER Lever

[CANCEL]

button).

This lever can be used to modify the pitch or apply vibrato.

You can change the SPEAKER ON/OFF setting by holding down [OCTAVE+] or [TRANSPOSE] while you turn on the power.(

Turn on the power while holding down [OCTAVE+] SPEAKER OFF Turn on the power while holding down [TRANSPOSE] SPEAKER ON

➝

SPEAKER ON/OFF (p. 85))

Names of things and what they do

Rear Panel

fig.rear_50

19.

Input volume

20.

Input jacks (L, R)

21.

Headphone jack

This dual concentric knob adjusts the input level to

These are input jacks for analog audio signals. You can connect dynamic mics, guitars, or audio devices. You must set the If you connect a guitar or mic only to the L jack or R jack, the signal will be monaural.

Input select switch

to the position appropriate for the device you have connected.

input jacks L and R

You can connect a set of headphones to this jack. The headphone jack will output the same signal as the master output jacks and digital output jacks. Sound will be output from the master output jacks even if headphones are connected.

* Use the Master volume knob of the Audio Control section to adjust the volume of the headphone jack and master output

jacks. It is not possible to adjust the volume that is output from the digital output jacks.

22.

Master output jacks

These are analog audio output jacks. You can connect them to your external monitor speaker system.

23.

Digital output jack

Use these jacks to output digital audio to a digital audio device such as a CD/MD/DAT.

On the PCR-A30, the input from the input jacks cannot be output directly to the Digital output connector.

24.

AC adaptor jack

Connect the include AC adaptor to this jack. Insert the plug firmly so it won’t get unplugged accidentally.

25.

Power switch

DC OFF USB *1

Bus power (USB)

Power on using the AC adaptor Power is off Power on using a USB cable (when not using the AC adaptor)

BUS power can be used when the PCR-A30 is connected to your computer via a USB cable. In this case, the power will be supplied from your computer via the USB cable. To use the PCR-A30 with bus power, set the power switch to

* For some computers, the PCR-A30 may not operate if bus power is used. In this case, use the included AC adaptor.

26.

USB connector

USB

Use this when connecting the PCR-A30 to your computer via a USB cable.

27.

MIDI IN/OUT connectors

These can be connected to the MIDI connectors of other MIDI devices to transmit and receive MIDI messages.

28.

Controllers [P1] and [P2]

You can connect the appropriate type of pedals to these jacks and use them as controllers.

HOLD EXPRESSION

* You can also assign MIDI messages to these controllers as desired. (➝Edit mode ( EDIT )

Connect a pedal switch to this jack and use it as a Hold pedal. Connect an expression pedal to this jack and use it to control tone or volume in real time.

(p. 53))

Setup

This section explains how to install the drivers needed for connecting the PCR-A30 to a computer, and make the necessary settings.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)................. (p. 12)

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh)............... (p. 25)

What is a driver?

A “driver” is software that transfers data between the PCR-A30 and application software running on your computer, when your computer and the PCR-A30 are connected by a USB cable. The driver sends data from your application to the PCR-A30, and from the PCR-A30 to your application.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Installing the driver

The installation procedure will differ depending on your system. Please proceed to one of the following sections, depending on the system you use.

• Windows XP users ........................................................... (p. 12)

• Windows 2000 users......................................................... (p. 17)

• Windows Me/98 users .................................................... (p. 21)

Windows XP users

With the PCR-A30 disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).

If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well.

Open the

fig.2-1

Click the

[Driver Signing]

Open the box.

Make sure that

want Windows to take?” “Ignore”

If it is set to If it is not set to the current setting (“Warn” or “Block”). Then change the setting to click

System Properties

Click the Windows

Control Panel

“Pick a category”

“or pick a Control Panel icon”

Hardware

Driver Signing Options

[OK]

tab, and then click

“What action do you

“Ignore”,

simply click

“Ignore”

dialog box.

start

menu, and from the menu, select

, click

is set to

, make a note of

“Ignore”

“Performance and Maintenance”

, click the

dialog

[OK]

and

System

icon.

If you are using Windows XP Professional, you must log on using a user name with an administrative account type (e.g., Administrator). For details on user accounts, please consult the system administrator of your computer.

Depending on how your system is set up, the System icon may be displayed directly in the Control Panel (the Classic view). In this case, doubleclick the System icon.

If you changed “What

action do you want Windows to take?”, you

must restore the previous setting after you have installed the driver. (p. 16)

Click

[OK]

to close the

Exit all currently running software (applications). Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well.

System Properties

dialog box.

Prepare the CD-ROM. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

Click the Windows select

“Run...”

The

fig.2-3_30

“Run...”

Specify the name of the file you want to execute. Enter the following into the click

[OK].

(drive name) : \Driver\USB_XP2K\SETUPINF.EXE

* In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as

name

“D:”

may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your

CD-ROM drive.

The

SetupInf

You are now ready to install the driver.

start

button. From the menu that appears,

dialog box will appear.

“Open”

dialog box will appear.

field, and

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

If the screen indicates

“Windows can perform

the same action each

time you insert a disk

or connect a device with this kind of file”, click [Cancel].

To check the drive name

Click the Start button, and choose My Computer from the menu that appears. In the window that appears, check the drive name of

“D:”

. The drive

the CD-ROM drive into which you inserted the CD-ROM in step 7. The drive name is the (D:) or (E:) displayed by the

CD-ROM drive .

Use the following procedure to connect the PCR-A30 to your computer.

With the to the

Connect the

Use the

Set the PCR-A30's power switch to the power. Near the task bar, your computer will indicate Please wait.

The

Found New Hardware Wizard

Select

[Next]

fig.2-7_20

The screen will indicate

search and installation options”

Select

install”

power switch

PCR-A30

USB cable

“Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)”

“Don’t search. I will choose the driver to

, and click

AC adaptor

[Next]

turned

to connect the

“Please choose your

OFF

, connect the included

to an electrical outlet.

PCR-A30

“DC”

will appear.

to your

position, and turn on the

“Found New Hardware”.

computer

AC adaptor

, and click

Once the connections have

een 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.

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

efore the unit will operate normally.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Make sure that the

“EDIROL PCR-A MIDI”

If the “What action do you want Windows to take?” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore”, a “Hardware Installation” dialog box will appear.

“Model”

, and click

field indicates

[Next]

. Driver installation will begin.

“EDIROL PCR-A WAVE”

If “What action do you want Windows to take?” is set to “Warn”

A dialog box with a “!” symbol will appear.

1. Click [Continue Anyway].

2. Continue the installation.

If “What action do you want Windows to take?” is set to “Block”

A dialog box with a “x” symbol will appear.

1. Click [OK].

2. When the “Found New Hardware Wizard” appears, click [Finish].

3. Return to step 1 (p. 12) and re-install the driver from the beginning of the procedure.

The

Insert Disk

Click

[OK]

The

Files Needed

Input the following into the

dialog box will appear.

“Copy files from”

field, and click

[OK]

The Insert Disk dialog may not appear. In that case, proceed to the next step.

(drive name):\DRIVER\USB_XP2K

* The drive name

CD-ROM drive.

If the “What action do you want Windows to take?” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore”, a “Hardware Installation” dialog box will appear.

“D:”

may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your

If “What action do you want Windows to take?” is set to “Warn”

A dialog box with a “!” symbol will appear.

1. Click [Continue Anyway].

2. Continue the installation.

The screen will indicate Click

[Finish]

The

Found New Hardware Wizard

select

“Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)”

[Next]

“Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard”

will appear again.

, and click

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

fig.2-7_20

The screen will indicate

search and installation options”

Select

“Don’t search. I will choose the driver to

install”

Make sure that the

“EDIROL PCR-A MIDI”

If the “What action do you want Windows to take?” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore”, a “Hardware Installation” dialog box will appear.

, and click

“Please choose your

[Next]

“Model”

field indicates

, and click

“EDIROL PCR-A WAVE”

[Next]

. Driver installation will begin.

If “What action do you want Windows to take?” is set to “Warn”

A dialog box with a “!” symbol will appear.

1. Click [Continue Anyway].

2. Continue the installation.

The

Insert Disk

Click

[OK]

The

Files Needed

Input the following into the

dialog box will appear.

“Copy files from”

field, and click

[OK]

The Insert Disk dialog may not appear. In that case, proceed to the next step.

(drive name):\DRIVER\USB_XP2K

* The drive name

CD-ROM drive.

If the “What action do you want Windows to take?” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore”, a “Hardware Installation” dialog box will appear.

“D:”

may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your

If “What action do you want Windows to take?” is set to “Warn”

A dialog box with a “!” symbol will appear.

1. Click [Continue Anyway].

2. Continue the installation.

The screen will indicate Click

[Finish]

Wait until

When driver installation has been completed, the dialog box will appear. Click

[Yes]

This completes installation of the driver. Next, we recommend that you computer, so MIDI and audio processing will be as smooth as possible. (→

“Enabling background processing”

“Found New Hardware”

. Windows will restart automatically.

“Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard”.

appears near the taskbar.

System Settings Change

enable background processing

(p. 16))

on your

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Enabling background processing

In Windows XP, make settings to enable background processing. If you fail to make this setting, you may experience interruptions in the sound. To ensure that MIDI and audio processing occurs smoothly, use the following procedure to make settings.

Open the

fig.2-30a

Click the

At the right of the The

Click the

System Properties

Click the Windows

Control Panel

“Pick a category”

“or pick a Control Panel icon”

Advanced

Performance Options

Advanced

tab.

Performance

tab.

dialog box.

start

menu, and from the menu, select

, click

dialog box will appear.

“Performance and Maintenance”

field, click

, click the

[Settings]

System

icon.

Depending on how your system is set up, the

System icon may be displayed directly in the Control Panel (the Classic view). In this case, doubleclick the System icon.

In the

Processor Scheduling

click

[OK]

In the

System Properties

The

System Properties

Next, make MIDI device and audio device settings. (p. 22)

field, select

dialog box, click

dialog box will close.

“Background services”

[OK]

, and

If you changed “What action do you want Windows to take?”

If you changed the What action do you want Windows to take? (p. 12) setting, restore the original setting after Windows restarts.

1. Log on to Windows using the user name of an administrative account (e.g., Administrator).

2. Click the Windows start button, and from the menu that appears, select Control Panel.

3. In “Pick a category,” click “Performance and Maintenance”.

4. In “or pick a Control Panel icon”, click the System icon. The System Properties

dialog box will appear.

*Depending on how your system is set up, the System icon may be displayed directly in the

Control Panel (classic view). In this case, double-click the System icon.

5. Click the Hardware tab, and then click [Driver Signing]. The Driver Signing Options dialog box will appear.

6. Return the What action do you want Windows to take? setting to the original setting (either “Warn” or “Block”), and click [OK].

7. Click [OK]. The System properties dialog box will close.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Windows 2000 users

With the PCR-A30 disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).

If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well.

Open the Click the Windows

Settings | Control Panel

fig.05-2_30

Click the

[Driver Signing]

The will appear.

System Properties

Start

button, and from the menu that appears, select

. In

Hardware

Driver Signing Options

tab, and then click

dialog box.

Control Panel

dialog box

, double-click the

System

icon.

Log on to Windows as a user with administrative privileges (such as Administrator)

Make sure that

verification”

If it is set to If it is not set to “Block”). Then change the setting to

Click

[OK]

Exit all currently running software (applications). Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well.

Prepare the CD-ROM. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

Click the Windows select

“Run...”

The

“Run...”

“File signature

is set to

“Ignore”,

to close the

dialog box will appear.

“Ignore”

simply click

“Ignore”,

make a note of the current setting (“Warn” or

System Properties

Start

button. From the menu that appears,

[OK]

“Ignore”

and click

dialog box.

[OK]

If you changed “File signature verification”,

you must restore the previous setting after you have installed the driver. (

➝“If you changed “File

signature verification”” (p. 20))

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

fig.05-5_30

In the dialog box that appears, input the following into the click

[OK]

(drive name) : \Driver\USB_XP2K\SETUPINF.EXE

* In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as

name

“D:”

may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your

CD-ROM drive.

The

SetupInf

You are now ready to install the driver.

Use the following procedure to connect the PCR-A30 to your computer.

With the to the

PCR-A30

Connect the

Use the

Set the PCR-A30's power switch to the power.

“Open”

dialog box will appear.

power switch

AC adaptor

USB cable

field, and

turned

to an electrical outlet.

to connect the

OFF

, connect the included

PCR-A30

“DC”

to your

position, and turn on the

computer

“D:”

. The drive

AC adaptor

To check the drive name

In the Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer icon. In the window that appears, check the drive name of the CD-ROM drive into which you inserted the CD-ROM in step7. The drive name is the (D:) or (E:) displayed by the

CD-ROM drive .

Once the connections have

een 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.

If the “File signature verification” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore”, a

“Digital Signature Not Found” dialog box will appear.

If “File signature verification” is set to “Warn”

1. Click [Yes].

2. Continue the installation.

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

efore the unit will operate normally.

If “File signature verification” is set to “Block”

1. Click [OK].

2. When the “Found New Hardware Wizard” appears, click [Finish].

3. Return to step 1 (p. 17) and re-install the driver from the beginning of

the procedure.

The

Insert Disk

Click

[OK]

dialog box will appear.

If the Insert Disk dialog

ox does not appear, proceed to the next step.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

The

Files Needed

Input the following into the

(drive name) : \DRIVER\USB_XP2K

* The drive name

CD-ROM drive.

If the “File signature verification” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore,” a “Digital Signature Not Found” dialog box will appear.

dialog box will appear.

“Copy files from”

“D:”

may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your

field, and click

[OK]

If “File signature verification” is set to “Warn”

1. Click [Yes].

2. Continue the installation.

The screen will indicate Click

[Finish]

The

System Settings Change

Click

[Yes]

Log on to Windows as a user with administrative privileges (e.g., Administrator).

. Windows will restart automatically.

“Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard”.

dialog box will appear.

After you have logged on to Windows, the appear again.Click

The

Files Needed

Input the following into the

(drive name) : \DRIVER\USB_XP2K

* The drive name

CD-ROM drive.

If the “File signature verification” (Step 4) setting was not set to “Ignore,” a “Digital Signature Not Found” dialog box will appear.

[OK]

dialog box will appear.

“Copy files from”

“D:”

may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your

Insert Disk

field, and click

dialog box will

[OK]

If the Insert Disk dialog

ox does not appear, proceed to the next step.

If “File signature verification” is set to “Warn”

1. Click [Yes].

2. Continue the installation.

The screen will indicate Click

[Finish]

The

System Settings Change

Click

[Yes]

If the

System Settings Change

Windows from the

. Windows will restart automatically.

“Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard”.

dialog box may appear.

dialog box does not appear, restart

Start

menu.

If the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog

ox does not appear, proceed to the.

This completes installation of the driver. Next, we recommend that you computer, so MIDI and audio processing will be as smooth as possible. (→

“Enabling background processing”

enable background processing

(p. 20))

on your

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Enabling background processing

In Windows 2000, make settings to enable background processing. If you fail to make this setting, you may experience interruptions in the sound. To ensure that MIDI and audio processing occurs smoothly, use the following procedure to make settings.

Click the Windows

Settings | Control Panel

Click the

At the right of the The

fig.back2000

Performance Options

In the

Application response

“Background services”

Click

[OK]

dialog box.

Advanced

to close the

Start

button, and from the menu that appears, select

. In

Control Panel

tab.

Performance

System Properties

field, click

dialog box will appear.

field, choose

and click

[OK]

, double-click the

[Performance Options]

System

icon.

Next, make MIDI device and audio device settings. (p. 22)

If you changed “File signature verification”

If you changed the “File signature verification” (p. 17) setting, restore the original setting after Windows restarts.

1. After Windows restarts, log in to Windows as a user with administrative privileges, (such as Administrator).

2. In the Windows desktop, right-click the My Computer icon, and from the menu that appears, select Properties. The System Properties dialog box will appear.

3. Click the Hardware tab, and then click [Driver Signing]. The Driver Signing Options dialog box will appear.

4. Return the “File signature verification” setting to the original setting (either “Warn” or “Block”), and click [OK].

5. Click [OK]. The System Properties dialog box will close.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Windows Me/98 users

With the PCR-A30 disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).

If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well.

Exit all currently running software (applications). Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well.

Prepare the CD-ROM. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

Click the Windows The

Run...

fig.05-13_30

In the dialog box that appears, input the following into the

[OK]

(drive name) : \Driver\USB_ME98\SETUPINF.EXE

* In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as

name CD-ROM drive.

The

Use the following procedure to connect the PCR-A30 to your computer.

dialog box will appear.

“D:”

may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your

SetupInf

With the to the

PCR-A30

Connect the Use the

Start

button. From the menu that appears, select

“Open”

dialog box will appear.You are now ready to install the driver.

power switch

AC adaptor

USB cable

field, and click

turned

to an electrical outlet.

to connect the

OFF

, connect the included

PCR-A30

to your

“D:”

computer

Run...

. The drive

AC adaptor

To check the drive name

In the Windows desktop, double-click the My

Computer icon. In the window that appears, check the drive name of the CD-ROM drive into which you inserted the CD-ROM in step3. The drive name is the (D:) or (E:) displayed by the

CD-ROM drive .

Once the connections have

een 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.

Set the PCR-A30's power switch to the power. The driver will be installed automatically.

In the

SetupInf

* If a message recommends that you restart Windows, restart Windows as directed.

Next, make MIDI device and audio device settings. (p. 22)

dialog box, click

[OK]

“DC”

position, and turn on the

You may be requested to install a USB hub. In this case, perform the installation as directed by the dialog box that appears.

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

efore the unit will operate normally

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Settings and checking

■

Specifying the audio and MIDI input/output destination

Windows XP users

Open

Control Panel

Click the Windows

Open the

“Pick a category”

Control Panel icon”

Click the

Audio

Sounds and Audio Devices Properties

start

button, and from the menu that appears, select

click

“Sound, Speech, and Audio Devices”

, click the

sounds and Audio Devices

tab.

Control Panel

dialog box.

. Next, in

icon.

“or pick a

Depending on how your system is set up, the

Sounds and Audio Devices icon may be

displayed directly in the Control Panel (the Classic view). In this case, doubleclick the Sounds and Audio Devices icon.

For

MIDI music playback

right of

[Default device]

the list that appears.

Sound playback

Sound recording

MIDI music playback

Close the

Sounds and Audio Devices Properties

Click OK to complete the settings.

Windows 2000 / Me users

Open

Control Panel

Click the Windows

Panel

Open the

Multimedia Properties”

Click the

For right of

Sounds and Multimedia Properties

Control Panel

Audio

MIDI music playback

[Preferred device]

from the list that appears.

Start

button, and from the menu that appears, select

, double-click the

dialog box.

tab.

, click the ▼ located at the

, and select the following from

EDIROL PCR-A EDIROL PCR-A EDIROL PCR-A MIDI OUT

dialog box.

Sounds and Multimedia

icon to open the

, click the ▼ located at the

, and select the following

Settings | Control

“Sounds and

For details on the PCRA30’s input/output devices, refer to

output devices”

For details on adjusting the audio latency and using ASIO Direct Monitor, refer to “Taking full advantage” (p. 24).

If the Sound and Multimedia icon is not displayed, click

“Show all control panel options” in the frame at the

left.

For details on the PCRA30’s input/output devices, refer to “Input/ output devices

output devices”

“Input/

(p. 38).

“Input/

(p. 38).

Sound playback

Sound recording

MIDI music playback

Close the

Sounds and Audio Devices Properties

Click OK to complete the settings.

This completes settings for using the PCR-A30 with an application that uses the standard Windows device settings, such as Media Player. For details on how to make these settings, refer to the owner’s manual for your software. For details on the PCR-A30’s input/output devices, refer to “Input/output devices” (p. 38).

EDIROL PCR-A EDIROL PCR-A EDIROL PCR-A MIDI OUT

dialog box.

For details on adjusting the audio latency and using ASIO Direct Monitor, refer to “Taking full

advantage” (p. 24).

Windows 98 users

Open

Control Panel

Click the Windows

Panel

Open the

In dialog box.

Click the

Specify the

Click the following selections from the list that appears, and click

[Apply]

Multimedia Properties

Control Panel

Audio

“Preferred device”

Playback

Playback Recording

Start

button, and from the menu that appears, select

dialog box.

, double-click the

Multimedia

tab.

field and

EDIROL PCR-A EDIROL PCR-A

Recording

field, make the

icon to open the

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Settings | Control

“Multimedia Properties”

For details on the PCRA30’s input/output devices, refer to

output devices” (p. 38)

“Input/

Click the

fig.2-29_30

Set

Select from the list that appears, and click

Close the

Click

MIDI

tab.

“MIDI output”

[Single instrument]

MIDI output

Multimedia Properties

[OK]

to complete the settings.

, and choose one of the following

[Apply]

EDIROL PCR-A MIDI OUT

dialog box.

For details on adjusting the audio latency and using ASIO Direct Monitor, refer to “Taking full advantage” (p. 24).

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)

Taking full advantage

● Adjusting the audio latency

You can change the driver settings to adjust the latency of the audio. To adjust the latency, change the Buffer Size in the driver settings dialog box. Latency is the time delay from when an application plays

back audio data until the sound is actually heard from an audio device such as the PCR-A30.

1. As described in Opening the driver settings dialog box , open the “Driver Settings” dialog box.

2. Adjust the driver buffer size. The following setting will produce the shortest latency.

Set “Audio Buffer Size” to the far left (Min).

3. Click [OK] to close the driver settings dialog box.

4. Restart the application that is using the PCR-A30.

If you are using an application that has a function for testing audio devices, get it to perform its tests.

5. Play back audio data on your application. If interruptions occur in the sound, repeat this procedure, and gradually increase the buffer size specified in step 2 until interruptions no longer occur.

* Depending on the application you are using, there may be a buffer size or latency adjustment function

among the audio settings of the application as well. For details, refer to the operation manual for your application.

● Using ASIO Direct Monitor

If you are using the PCR-A30 from an ASIO 2.0 compatible application, the PCR-A30 can be controlled from your ASIO 2.0 compatible application.

1. As described in Opening the driver settings dialog box, open the “Driver Settings” dialog box.

2. Make the following settings. Check the “Use ASIO Direct Monitor” check box.

3. Click [OK] to close the driver settings dialog box.

* Depending on your application, there may also be an ASIO Direct Monitor setting among the audio

settings of your application. For details, refer to the operation manual for your application.

* When using ASIO Direct Monitor, monitoring may switch on/off at unexpected times, depending on the

application settings and on the recording procedure. If this occurs, uncheck the check box in step 2 to disable ASIO Direct Monitor.

Opening the driver settings dialog box

1. Open the “Control Panel” and double-click “EDIROL PCR-A” icon.

2. The Driver Settings dialog box will appear.

* In Windows XP, click “Switch to classic view” to switch the display to the classic view. EDIROL

PCR-A icon will not be displayed unless the classic view is selected.

* In Windows Me, click “View all Control Panel options.”

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh)

The installation procedure will differ depending on your system. Please proceed to one of the following sections, depending on the system you use.

• Mac OS X users ................................................................. (p. 25)

• Mac OS 9 users .................................................................. (p. 27)

Mac OS X users

■

Installing the driver

Disconnect all USB cables other than those for your keyboard and mouse, and restart your Macintosh.

Prepare the CD-ROM. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

In the

Driver (Mac OS X)

PCRAUSBDriver.pkg

The display will indicate

Installer”.

The display will indicate Click the drive in which the operating system is installed to select it, and then

click

The display will indicate Click

The display will indicate

your computer when the installation is done”.

Click

The display will indicate Click

This completes installation of the PCR-A30 driver. Next, make MIDI device and audio device settings.

Click

[Continue]

Install

[Continue Installation]

[Restart]

Upgrade

to restart your computer.

folder of the CD-ROM, double-click

“Welcome to the EDIROL PCR-A USB Driver

“Select a Destination”.

“Easy Install”.

“Installing this software requires you to restart

“The software was successfully installed”.

If the "Authenticate" dialog box appears during the installation, input the password and click "OK."

Select your startup disk as the drive.

If the "Authenticate" dialog box appears during the installation, input the password and click "OK."

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh)

■

Setting the audio device

Use the following procedure to connect the PCR-A30 to your computer.

With the to the

Connect the

Use the

Set the PCR-A30's power switch to the power.

Open

In the to

“EDIROL PCR-A 44.1 kHz”.

In the

PCR-A 44.1 kHz”.

In the

A 44.1 kHz”.

When you have finished making settings, close the dialog box.

power switch

PCR-A30

USB cable

“System Preferences”

Sound Effects

Output

Input

tab, set

AC adaptor

tab, set

“Choose a device for sound input”

turned

to connect the

tab, set

“Choose a device for sound output”

OFF

, connect the included

to an electrical outlet.

PCR-A30

“DC”

and click

“Play alerts and sound effects through”

“Sound”.

to your

position, and turn on the

AC adaptor

computer

“EDIROL

“EDIROL PCR-

Once the connections have

een 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.

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

efore the unit will operate normally.

Although “44.1 kHz” is used for the purpose of explanation within this document, this changes depending on the actual setting of the sampling frequency select switch on your PCR-A30. (p. 84)

When using the PCR-A30 with your software

Before using the PCR-A30 with your software, please note the following points.

• Turn on the power of the PCR-A30 before you start up your software.

• Do not disconnect the USB cable from the PCR-A30 or power-off the PCR-A30 while your software is running.

• Quit your software before you power-off the PCR-A30.

• Turn off the Sleep function of your Macintosh.

• The PCR-A30 will not operate in the Mac OS X Classic environment. Use the PCR-A30 when the Classic environment is not running.

* For details on how to make these settings, refer to the owner’s manual for your

software.

* For details on the PCR-A30’s input/output devices, refer to “Input/output

devices” (p. 38).

Once set this way, all sounds from your Macintosh (including audio alerts) will be output only through the PCR-A30, not from the speakers of your Macintosh.

Mac OS 9 users

■

Installing the PCR-A30 driver

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh)

Use either OMS or FreeMIDI as the MIDI driver.

The included OMS or FreeMIDI.

* Either OMS or FreeMIDI must be installed in your Macintosh, as appropriate for the

sequencer software you are using.

* If you install OMS or FreeMIDI after installing the PCR-A driver, you must install

the PCR-A driver once again.

* Disconnect the PCR-A30 from the Macintosh before you perform the installation.

If a PCR-A30 is already connected to your Macintosh when you install the driver, a message like the following will appear when the Macintosh is started up. Perform the steps described below as appropriate for the message that is displayed.

Use the following procedure to install the PCR-A driver.

PCR-A driver

If the screen indicates:

“Software needed for the USB device “PCR-A” is not available. Would you like to look for the software on the Internet?” → click [Cancel].

If the screen indicates:

“Software required for using device “PCR-A” cannot be found. Please refer to the manual included with the device, and install the necessary software”.

is an add-on module for using the PCR-A30 with

→ click [OK].

OMS can be found in the OMS 2.3.8 E folder within the OMS (Mac OS 9) folder of the CD-ROM. If you would like to know more about OMS, refer to OMS_2.3_Mac.pdf which can be found in the same folder.

Exit all currently running software (applications). If you are using a virus checker or similar software, be sure to exit this as well.

Prepare the CD-ROM.Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

Double-click the

OS 9)

folder of the CD-ROM) to start up the installer.

Verify the

If a message like the following is displayed, click The other currently running

applications will exit, and installation will continue.

A dialog box will indicate Click

[Restart]

PCR-A Driver-E Installer

Install Location

[Continue]

to restart your Macintosh.

, and click

Installation was successful

icon (found in the

[Install]

Driver E (Mac

The installation location will be shown differently depending on your system. Make sure that you have selected the startup disk for the system you are currently using.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh)

■

Setting the driver

If you are using FreeMIDI, proceed to

“FreeMIDI settings”

OMS settings

Use the following procedure to connect the PCR-A30 to your computer.

With the to the

Connect the

Use the

Set the PCR-A30's power switch to the power.

fig.3-3

From the CD-ROM, drag the

Setting

folder on the hard disk of your Macintosh to copy it there.

fig.3-4

In the you installed OMS, double-click it up.

power switch

PCR-A30

USB cable

folder into the

Opcode - OMS Applications

AC adaptor

turned

to an electrical outlet.

to connect the

Driver E (Mac OS 9) - OMS

Opcode - OMS Applications

OMS Setup

OFF

, connect the included

PCR-A30

“DC”

folder where

to your

position, and turn on the

to start

(p. 31).

AC adaptor

computer

Once the connections have

een 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.

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

efore the unit will operate normally.

fig.3-5_35

If a dialog box like the one shown here appears, click A confirmation dialog box will then appear, so click

fig.3-6_35

The

Create a New Studio Setup

dialog box will appear. Click

[Cancel]

If you accidentally clicked

[Cancel]

in the next screen.

[Turn It Off]

[OK]

, click

We recommend that you turn off AppleTalk, by selecting Chooser from the Apple menu.

If you are using the PCRA30 in conjunction with other MIDI devices, make settings as described in ReadmeE.htm located in the Driver E (Mac OS 9) folder of the CD-ROM.

Choose From the

and click

fig.3-8_35

A screen like the one shown here will appear.

fig.3-9_35

From the

MIDI Setup

In the that appears, check

background

“Open”

OMS MIDI Setup

from the

OMS Setting [Open]

Edit

menu, select

, and click

File

menu.

folder that you copied in

OMS

dialog box

Run MIDI in

[OK]

step 3

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh)

, select the

PCR-A

file,

fig.3-10_40

From the

Current

If you are unable to select

Current

applied, and you may continue to the next step.

Verify that MIDI transmission and reception can be performed correctly. From the

File

menu, choose

Make

, it has already been

Studio

menu, choose

Make

Test Studio

A diamond mark (◊) indicate in the settings are enabled.

Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh)

Try moving the fader of the PCR-A30. If the arrow beside number 2 or 3 in the diagram at right blinks, the settings have been made correctly. When you move the mouse cursor

near the MIDI connector icon, the cursor will change to a  shape. If a MIDI sound module is connected to the PCR-A30’s MIDI OUT connector, click the MIDI connector icon shown in the diagram at the right. If you hear sound, the settings have been made correctly.

Exit

OMS Setup

From the appears, click

File

menu, choose

[OK]

[Exit]

. If the

to close the dialog box.

AppleTalk confirmation

dialog box

For details on connecting a MIDI sound module, refer to the owner’s manual for your MIDI sound module.

For details on the PCRA30’s input/output devices, refer to

output devices” (p. 38).

“Input/

This completes installation of the driver.

Next, make MIDI device settings in your sequencer or other software. For details on how to make these settings, refer to the owner’s manual for your software.

For details on the PCR-A30’s input/output devices, refer to “Input/output devices” (p. 38).

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