Getting Started
1
2
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 3), and
“IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 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, Getting Started should be read in its entirety. The manual should be
saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written
permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Copyright © 1999 ROLAND CORPORATION
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Read all the instructions before using the product.
1.
Do not use this product near water — for example, near a
2.
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near
a swimming pool, or the like.
This product should be used only with a cart or stand that is
3.
recommended by the manufacturer.
This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier
4.
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 consult an
audiologist.
The product should be located so that its location or position
5.
does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
The product should be located away from heat sources such
6.
as radiators, heat registers, or other products that produce
heat.
The product should be connected to a power supply only of
7.
the type described in the operating instructions or as marked
on the product.
8.
The power-supply cord of the product should be unplugged
from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
9.
Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids
are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
10.
The product should be serviced by qualified service
personnel when:
A.
The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B.
Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
product; or
C.
The product has been exposed to rain; or
D.
The product does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E.
The product has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.
11.
Do not attempt to service the product beyond that described
in the user-maintenance instructions. All other servicing
should be referred to qualified service personnel.
For the USA
This product may be equipped with a polarized line plug (one blade wider than the other) . This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the plug.
For Canada
For Polarized Line Plug
CAUTION:
ATTENTION:
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE
DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOND.
For the U.K.
BLUE:
BROWN:
NEUTRAL
LIVE
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Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used
improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic
animals or pets.
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.
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• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions
below, and the Getting Started.
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002a
• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on
the unit.
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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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009
• Avoid damaging the power cord. Do not bend it excessively, step on it, place heavy objects on it, etc. A
damaged cord can easily become a shock or fire hazard.
Never use a power cord after it has been damaged.
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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.
102b
• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply cord
when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or
this unit.
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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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107b
• Never handle the power cord or its plugs with wet hands
when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or
this unit.
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108a
• Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from
the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.
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109a
• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug
the power cord from the outlet (p. 20).
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110a
• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in
your area, pull the plug on the power cord out of the
outlet.
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• Should you remove the optical connector caps, 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
291b
In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on page 2 and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on
page 3 , please read and observe the following:
Power Supply
301
• Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any
device that will generate line noise (such as an electric
motor or variable lighting system).
307
• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the
power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions
and/or damage to speakers or other devices.
Placement
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.
352
• This device may interfere with radio and television
reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such
receivers.
354a
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near
devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed
vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes.
Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.
355
• To avoid possible breakdown, do not use the unit in a wet
area, such as an area exposed to rain or other moisture.
Maintenance
401a
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth
or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To
remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a
mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to
wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
402
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any
kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or
deformation.
Additional Precautions
552
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the
contents of data that was stored on a storage device (e.g.,
hard disk or MO disk), in another MIDI device (e.g., a
sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation
assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
553
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its
jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to
malfunctions.
556
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the
connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you
will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s
internal elements.
557
• A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during
normal operation.
558a
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s
volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use
headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about
those around you (especially when it is late at night).
559
• 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.
Handling CD-ROMs
801
• 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.
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.
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.
852b
• 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 copyrightprotection feature.)
853
• Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a
copyright held by a third party. Roland assumes no
responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use
of this unit.
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Contents
IMPORTANT NOTES.........................4
Introduction ......................................6
Checking What’s in the Package............................6
What You Can Do with the U-8.............................8
Panel Descriptions.........................12
Getting Ready to Use the U-8........15
Connecting the Unit...............................................15
What Else You Need to Use the U-8.............19
Turning On the Power...........................................19
When Turning On the Power
for the First Time....................................19
When Turning Off the Power........................20
Preparing for Use of the Included Programs
(Installing the included software)................20
Installing U-8 Controller, U-8 Tuner,
Cakewalk Home Studio U-8.................20
Getting Ready to Use the U-8 with a Computer
Before You Install the U-8 Driver..................24
Installing the U-8 Driver ................................26
Starting up Cakewalk Home Studio U-8............28
Running the program for the first time........28
Making settings for Cakewalk Home Studio U-8
Installing Virtual Sound Canvas 3.0 (VSC 3.0) ..34
Features.............................................................34
Installing VSC 3.0............................................35
Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader ........................37
Confirming That Sound Is Produced..................38
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...29
How to View the Online Manuals ..53
Viewing the Cakewalk Home Studio U-8 manual
If There’s a Problem, Read “Troubleshooting” .53
Viewing the Other Online Manuals....................55
Information That You May Find Useful
How to Match the Input Levels...........................56
How to Adjust the MIC/A and
GUITAR/B Input Levels.......................56
Selecting the Auxiliary and Digital Inputs
and Setting the Levels ...........................56
Reinstalling the Applications and the Driver....57
The U-8 Driver........................................................57
Settings for the U-8 Driver.............................57
Deleting the U-8 Driver..................................57
Deleting Unneeded Drivers Installed with
the U-8 Connection................................58
Removing (Uninstalling) a Program...................61
Effect Algorithm List.............................................62
Effect Parameter List .............................................63
The Included Song Data........................................68
The Preset Effect Patch List ..................................68
The Style Data (SMF).............................................68
System Requirements............................................69
System Requirements for VSC 3.0.......................70
....53
..56
Specifications.................................71
Index................................................73
Creating Songs with the U-8 and
Cakewalk Home Studio U-8...........41
What Are Audio and MIDI?..........................41
Getting Ready to Record.......................................42
Step 1:
Use the Start Button to Prepare the Song
Step 2: Create the Backing Data ....................42
Recording the Guitar, Vocals and Chorus..........44
Step 3: Press the GUITAR/INST Button or the
MIC Button to Get Ready to Record....44
Using Effects to Create Sounds .....................47
Finishing Up the Song...........................................48
Step 4:
Press the MIX DOWN Button and Mix
the Song While Adding System Effects
Step 5: Recording a Song on an MD or
DAT Recorder.........................................52
..42
.....48
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Introduction
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We want to thank you for your purchase of the U-8. The U-8 is a digital
studio that you can connect to your computer to compose songs using a
sequencer program.
Checking What’s in the Package
The U-8 includes the following items. When you open the package, first
check to make sure that all the included items are present. If something is
missing, contact the dealer where you bought it.
U-8 Main Unit
fig.00-01
OUTPUT
INPUT
AUX
MIC
AUDIO+MIDI
AUDIO
MIDI
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A(L
MIDI
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B(R
GUITAR
(
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Hi-Z
Power Cable
This is used to connect the power supply for the U-8. For more on how to
connect it, take a look at “4. Connecting the Power Supply (p. 18).”
fig.00-02.e
FOOT SW OUTIN MIDI
OUTIN
DIGITAL
EFFECTS/MIXER CONTROL
PEAK
PEAK
A
B
MIXER
EFFECTS
4
4
50dBm
50dBm
AUDIO
1234
1-8
1/9 2/10 3/11 4/12 5/13 6/14 7/15 8/16
1-8
9-16
PHONES
010
TRACK STATUS
RHYTHM BASS ACC 1 ACC 2
USB
POWER
EZ RECORDINGINPUT SENS
4321
GUITAR
MIX
/INST
DOWN
MIC
START
USB DIGITAL STUDIO
U-8
REC
VALUE
MONITOR
CURSOR
MIDI
MASTER
EXITENTER
NO
YES
EDIT
MENU
WINDOW
COMMAND
SELECT
AUTO PUNCH
SHIFTLOOP
2
1
SET
TAPNEXTPREV
MARKER
USB Cable
fig.00-08
This is used to connect the USB connector on the U-8 to the USB connector
on the computer. For more on how to connect it, see “5. Connecting to the
Computer (p. 18).”
CD-ROM
fig.00-03
Before opening the
included CD-ROM, be sure
to read the separate
Roland License
The CD-ROM includes the following software.
Agreement.
U-8 Driver
This software is necessary to enable the computer to recognize the U-8. For
information on how to install it, see “Getting Ready to Use the U-8 with a
Computer (p. 24).”
* Before you install the U-8 driver, be sure to read “Before You Install the U-8
Driver” (p. 24).
Cakewalk Home Studio U-8
Cakewalk Home Studio U-8 is digital recording software you can use with
the U-8.
For information on how to install it, see “Preparing for Use of the Included
Programs (Installing the included software) (p. 20).”
Do not touch or scratch the
lower (data) surface of the
disc. Doing so may make it
impossible to read data
correctly. If the disc
ecomes dirty, clean it with
a commercially available
CD cleaner designed for
that purpose.
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Cakewalk Home Studio U-8 Manual
This describes the details of Cakewalk Home Studio U-8. You can view this
manual using Acrobat Reader, supplied by Adobe Systems Incorporated.
For more information on how to view this manual, see “How to View the
Online Manuals (p. 53).”
U-8 Controller
This program controls the U-8’s mixer and effects. For information on how
to set up the program, see “Preparing for Use of the Included Programs
(Installing the included software) (p. 20).” Also, for more information,
refer to the U-8 Controller Manual described below.
U-8 Tuner
This is a special U-8 feature for tuning electronic guitars. For details, refer to
the U-8 Tuner Manual described below.
Virtual Sound Canvas 3.0
Virtual Sound Canvas 3.0 (VSC 3.0) is a MIDI software synthesizer. When
used with the U-8, you can play and record MIDI data without an external
sound module, using only your computer.
For how to install VSC 3.0, refer to p.35.
Introduction
Demo Songs
These are demo songs for Cakewalk Home Studio U-8.
Style Data (SMF)
Style data comprise typical performance patterns representing a variety of
musical genres that are stored as SMF performance data.
Online Manuals
You can view the online manuals shown below with a Web browser
(Internet browser) such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape
Navigator.
For more information about each of the online manuals, please see “How to
View the Online Manuals (p. 53).”
Troubleshooting
If there’s a problem, such as no sound, viewing Troubleshooting will give
you some possible solutions.
U-8 Technical Guide
This describes the details of effects, special examples of connections with the
U-8, exchange of MIDI messages with the U-8, the details of the U-8’s onboard digital mixer, and more.
U-8 Controller Manual
This describes how to use the U-8 Controller.
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Introduction
U-8 Tuner Manual
This describes how to use the U-8 Tuner.
Preset Effect Patch List
This is a list of preset data for effects.
Getting Started
fig.00-04.e.eps_20
This is the document you are reading. Keep it by you for reference whenever
you operate the U-8.
Roland License Agreement
fig.00-05.e.eps_10
These are contracts by which Roland allows you, the customer, to use the
software. Be sure to read these before opening the package of the CD-ROM.
Cakewalk Product Registration Card
Please fill out and send in the registration card that comes in this package.
Doing so will make sure you are entitled to technical support and kept
aware of updates and other news regarding Cakewalk products.
What You Can Do with the U-8
Achieving a Personal Digital Recording Studio in Combination
with Your Computer.
You can use the U-8 with a sequencer program to achieve the same range of
songmaking operations as a recording studio, including recording, mixdown, and mastering.
Easy Operation Using the U-8 Unit Together with a Sequencer
You can perform practically all tasks quickly and easily using just the U-8
itself, including song playback, recording, rewinding, fast forward, and
effect settings.
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Professional Effects Processor That Draws on Roland’s
Experience in Musical Equipment
The high-performance DSP multi-effect processor in the U-8 is provided
with carefully selected algorithms for guitar, vocals, and recording.
A special graphical controller enables easily understood control for effect
parameters.
The algorithms include Guitar Multi effects, allowing you to apply a rich
range of guitar effects, Vocal Multi effects for a variety of vocal sounds, and
finally, Mastering effects, which add power to mixed songs.
MIDI Interface
The unit is equipped with a MIDI interface that lets you connect an external
MIDI sound module and play backing.
Simple Connection to Your Computer Via USB Cable
You can make connections even when the power is turned on. No special
settings are required.
Introduction
Optical Digital Input/Output
You can digitally acquire sounds from MDs and CDs for use as backing
data, or record mastered songs to DAT or MD directly in digital form.
About Copyrights
The law prohibits the unauthorized recording, public performance,
broadcast, sale, or distribution etc. of a work (CD recording, video
recording, broadcast, etc.) whose copyright is owned by a third party.
Roland will take no responsibility for any infringement of
copyright that you may commit in using the U-8.
About SCMS
SCMS stands for Serial Copy Management System. This is a
function that protects the rights of copyright holders by prohibiting
recording via a digital connection for more than two generations.
When digital connections are made between digital recorders that
implement this function, SCMS data will be recorded along with
the audio data. Digital audio data which contains this SCMS data
cannot again be recorded via a digital connection.
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Introduction
■ What Is USB?
USB stands for Universal Serial Bus, and is a new interface used to connect
various peripherals to a computer.
USB allows a variety of peripheral devices to be connected via a single USB
cable, and is far faster than the earlier serial port, allowing audio to be
recorded or played while playing MIDI data.
It also allows peripheral devices to be connected or disconnected while the
power is left on, and the computer will automatically recognize such
devices. (For some peripherals, it may be necessary to make settings or
perform other procedures.)
■ GM/General MIDI
fig.GM Logo
General MIDI is a set of recommendations which seeks to provide a way to
go beyond the limitations of proprietary designs, and standardize the MIDI
capabilities of sound generating devices. Sound generating devices and
music files that meet the General MIDI standard bear the General MIDI logo
().
Music files bearing the General MIDI logo can be played back using any
General MIDI sound generating unit to produce essentially the same
musical performance.
■ GM 2/General MIDI 2
fig.GM2 Logo
The upwardly compatible General MIDI 2 ( ) recommendations pick
up where the original General MIDI left off, offering enhanced expressive
capabilities, and even greater compatibility.
Issues that were not covered by the original General MIDI
recommendations, such as how sounds are to be edited, and how effects
should be handled, have now been precisely defined. Moreover, the
available sounds have been expanded.
General MIDI 2 compliant sound generators are capable of reliably playing
back music files that carry either the General MIDI or General MIDI 2 logo.
In some cases, the conventional form of General MIDI, which does not
include the new enhancements, is referred to as “General MIDI 1” as a way
of distinguishing it from General MIDI 2.
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■ GS
Introduction
fig.GS Logo
The GS Format ( ) is Roland’s set of specifications for standardizing the
performance of sound generating devices. In addition to including support
for everything defined by the General MIDI, the highly compatible GS
Format additionally offers an expanded number of sounds, provides for the
editing of sounds, and spells out many details for a wide range of extra
features, including effects such as reverb and chorus.
Designed with the future in mind, the GS Format can readily include new
sounds and support new hardware features when they arrive.
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* GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation.
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* Cakewalk is a registered trademark of Twelve Tone Systems, Inc.
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* Cakewalk Home Studio, Virtual Piano, StudioWare, and the Cakewalk logo are
trademarks of Twelve Tone Systems, Inc.
* Adobe, the Adobe logo and Acrobat® Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated.
* Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
206c
* Windows® 98 is known officially as: “Microsoft® Windows® 98 operating
system.”
206f
* Windows® 2000 is known officially as: “Microsoft® Windows® 2000 operating
system.”
206e
* Screen shots reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation.
213
* Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
214
* MMX is a trademark of Intel Corporation.
220
* All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.
985
* The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should
typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a
newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you
actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.
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Panel Descriptions
Top Panel
* The functions of the top panel controls may differ depending on the sequencer used in conjunction with your U-8. For more detailed
information, refer to your sequencer’s manual.
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14 15
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1.TIME/VALUE Dial
Moves the song position (the present time) forward and
backward.
When setting a parameter value, turn it clockwise to raise
the value or counterclockwise to lower it.
2.ENTER Button
When setting a parameter, this “locks in” the present value
as the parameter’s new value.
At other times, it’s used to answer “yes” to questions or to
press the button under the cursor.
3.EXIT Button
When setting a parameter, this cancels the setting.
At other times, it’s used to answer “no” to questions.
4.CURSOR Buttons
Move the cursor and item selections up, down, left, and
right.
5.Record Indicator
Lights up during recording.
6.Playback Indicator
Lights up to show the progress of playback or recording.
12
37
6
98
11
5
7
7.Record Button
This initiates recording.
8.Play Button
Starts playback or recording.
9.Stop Button
Stops playback or recording.
10.Fast-forward Button
Fast-forwards the song.
11.Rewind Button
Rewinds the song.
12.To Start of Song Button
Rewinds to the start of the song.
13.START Button
Starts songmaking. A dialog box appears and guides you
through the procedure.
14.GUITAR/INST (Guitar/Instrumental) Button
Starts recording for a guitar or another instrument. A dialog
box appears and guides you through the procedure.
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Panel Descriptions
15.MIC (Microphone) Button
Starts recording with a microphone. A dialog box appears
and guides you through the procedure.
16.MIX DOWN Button
Starts mix-down. A dialog box appears and guides you
through the procedure.
17.WINDOW Button
Switches the top window displayed with the sequencer
program.
18.MENU Button
Displays the menu for the sequencer program.
19.SELECT Button
This selects the target of an operation according to
circumstances with the sequencer program.
20.COMMAND Button
This calls up editing commands or the like according to
circumstances with the sequencer program.
* In Cakewalk, use this button to undo your last action.
21.LOOP Button
When the button has been pressed and the LED is lit up, this
performs loop playback or recording in a range specified by
Locate points.
22.AUTO PUNCH Button
When the button has been pressed and the LED is lit up, this
performs auto punch in/out or recording in a range
specified by Locate points.
23.SHIFT Button
After pressing this button to light it up, activates the other
button’s alternate function.
29.EFFECTS/MIXER CONTROL 1 to 4 Knobs
When the Effects Edit or Mixer Control screen has been
displayed by pressing the EFFECTS or MIXER button, these
controls change the values of the parameters assigned to
each one.
30.Input A Peak Indicator
Lights up when the signal from A input or Mic input is too
high.
31.Input B Peak Indicator
Lights up when the signal from B input or Guitar input is
too high.
32.Input A Sensitivity Volume Knob
This adjusts the signal level for A input or Mic input.
33.Input B Sensitivity Volume Knob
This adjusts the signal level for B input or Guitar input.
How to Adjust the Input A/B Level
For instructions on adjusting the Input A/B levels, refer
to “How to Match the Input Levels ”(p. 56).
34.Track Status Buttons
Change the status of the tracks (play, mute, or the like).
35.Track Volume Faders
Set the volume for tracks.
36.REC (Record) MONITOR Button
Switches the Record monitor (the sound output during
recording). When lighted, only the sound being recorded is
output. When dark, all sound is output.
37.Master Volume Fader
Adjusts the overall volume level.
24.MARKER Button (PREV)
This moves the song position to the previous marker.
What Is a
This is a feature for remembering a song position. For
details, see the manual of the sequencer program.
MARKER?
25.MARKER Button (NEXT)
This moves the song position to the next marker.
26.Locator Set Button (TAP)
Pressing the TAP button inserts a marker to the present
song position.
27.MIXER Button
Displays the Mixer Control screen.
28.EFFECTS Button
Displays the Effects Edit screen.
38.Track Group Indicators
These show the present assignments of the Track Volume
faders and the Track Status buttons.
39.Track Group Select Button
Used to select the Track Groups assigned to the Track
Volume faders and the Track Status buttons.
40.Headphones Volume Knob
Adjusts the volume level of the output from the headphones
jack. Turn it counterclockwise to lower the volume, or
clockwise to raise it.
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Panel Descriptions
Side Panel
fig.03-02
1
1.Line Output Jacks
These are for connecting equipment such as an external
stereo set or speaker with built-in amplifier.
2.AUX Input Jacks
These are for connecting external equipment, such as a
MIDI sound module, or CD and MD players.
3.Mic Input Jack
This is for connecting an XLR type (unbalanced input)
microphone.
* The pin assignments for the XLR type connectors are as shown below.
Before making any connections, make sure that these pin assignments are
compatible with that of all your other devices.
fig.03-04
3
1:GND
12
* Because pin 3 is connected to ground (GND), when connecting a
balanced-output device, make sure that unbalanced connection is possible.
* When using the A Input jack at the same time, the signal from the A Input
jack takes priority, and the signal from the Mic Input jack is not input.
2:HOT
3:GND
2
34567
Rear Panel
fig.03-03
4.A Input Jack
This is for connecting standard output from a 1/4 inch
phone mike, a TRS-phone (unbalanced input) mike,
synthesizer, or the like.
* The pin assignment of a TRS-phone mike is as shown below. Before
making any connections, make sure that this pin assignment is compatible
with all your other devices.
* Because RING is connected to ground (GND), when connecting a
balanced-output device, make sure that unbalanced connection is possible.
fig.03-05
HOT (TIP)
GND (SLEEVE)
COLD (RING)
5.B Input Jack
Connect the guitar after routing it through your multieffects processor or similar equipment. It’s also for
connection to synthesizer output.
6.Guitar Input Jack
This is for direct high-impedance connection to a guitar.
* When using the B Input jack at the same time, the signal from the B Input
jack takes priority, and the signal from the Guitar Input jack is not input.
7.Headphones Jack
This is for connecting headphones. Sound is output from the
Line Output jacks even when headphones are connected.
1.AC Inlet
This is for connecting the power cord.
2.Power Switch
This switches the power on and off.
3.USB Connector
By connecting this to a computer using a USB cable, you can
exchange audio signals, MIDI signals, and U-8 control signals.
4.MIDI OUT Connector
This is for connecting to the MIDI input on another MIDI
instrument to send MIDI messages.
5.MIDI IN Connector
This is for connecting to the MIDI output on another MIDI
instrument to receive MIDI messages.
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6.Foot Switch Jack
This is for connecting a foot switch. When the U-8 Mixer is
activated, you can use this switch to inclement an effect
patch in the Effect Patch Manager. Otherwise, this switch
works as the same as the Play and Stop Button.
7.Digital Output Connector
This is for making the connection for digital output to
digital audio equipment such as a DAT or MD device.
8.Digital Input Connector
This is for making the connection for digital input from
equipment such as a CD, MD, or DAT device.
Getting Ready to Use the U-8
Connecting the Unit
To use the U-8, you need to connect a computer, and headphones or an
amplifier. Refer to the explanation below, and make the connections that
best suit your setup.
Before making connections, make sure that (1) the power switch is turned
off and (2) the Master Volume fader is lowered all the way.
fig.04-09.e
1. 2.
ON
OFF
POWER
REC
MONITOR
MASTER
Switch off the power button. Lower all the way.
1. Making Connections for Hearing Sound
To hear sound from the U-8, use one of the methods below to make the
connections.
You will need to acquire
and have on hand
whatever equipment or
cables (other than what
came with the U-8) that
you need. When doing this,
take care to ensure that the
configuration of the cable
connectors is compatible.
Connecting a Speaker with a Built-in Amp or a Stereo Set
fig.04-03.e
OUTPUT L
L
Powered Speaker
INPUT
OUTPUT R
L
R
Left
Right
OUTPUT
R
AUX IN
LINE IN
INPUT
)
BAMIC
GUITAR (Hi-Z
U-8
Stereo Set
Use the Master Volume fader on the top panel of the U-8 or the volume knob
on the speaker with built-in amp or stereo set to adjust the volume level.
(921)
Connecting Headphones
fig.04-02
L
L
R
R
AUX IN
OUTPUT
Use the Master Volume fader or the Headphones Volume knob on the top
panel to adjust the volume level for headphones.
INPUT
)
BAMIC
GUITAR (Hi-Z
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.
When making a digital
connection between the U-8
and a stereo set, connect
the Digital Output
connector on the U-8 to the
Digital Input connector on
the stereo set. For more
information, refer to
“Making a Digital
Connection” in “U-8 and
External Equipment” in
the U-8 Technical Guide.
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Getting Ready to Use the U-8
j
2. Making Connections for Recording
To record sound through the U-8, use one of the methods below to make the
connections.
Connecting a Guitar
fig.04-04.e
L
L
R
R
AUX IN
OUTPUT
Multiple Effects Processor
In general, when connecting a guitar directly, connect it to the Guitar Input
jack, and when connecting a guitar through an multiple effects processor,
or the like, connect it to the B Input Jack.
INPUT
)
BAMIC
GUITAR (Hi-Z
GUIT AR (Hi-Z)B INPUT
Connecting a Microphone
fig.04-05.e
L
L
R
R
AUX IN
OUTPUT
MIC
XLR type
If the connector on the cable connected to the mike is an XLR one, connect it
to the Mic Input jack. If it is a 1/4” phone plug, connect it to the A Input jack.
(983)
* Howling could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to
speakers. This can be remedied by:
1) Changing the orientation of the microphone(s).
2) Relocating microphone(s) at a greater distance from speakers.
3) Lowering volume levels.
INPUT
)
BAMIC
GUITAR (Hi-Z
A INPUT
1/4" phone type
Microphone
Make sure that the
microphone you’re
connecting to the Mic Input
ack or the A Input jack
complies with the pin
assignments described for
the Mic Input jack or the A
Input jack under “Side
Panel (p. 14).”
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Getting Ready to Use the U-8
Connecting a Device Such As a
fig.04-06
CD Player, MD Player, or DAT Player
U-8
L
OUTPUT
AUX IN
AUX IN
INPUT
RLR
)
BAMIC
GUITAR (Hi-Z
Connect the analog output from the CD player, MD player, DAT player, or
the like to the AUX Input jack on the U-8.
Be careful of loop connections
fig.04-06a.e
L
OUTPUT
U-8
INPUT
RLR
AUX IN
AUX INOUTPUT
)
BAMIC
GUITAR (Hi-Z
MD/DAT/CD-R
LINE OUT
LINE IN
CD/MD/DAT
LINE OUT
INOUT
MIDI
U-8
FOOT SW
OUTPUT INPUT
DIGITAL
When making a digital
connection between the U-8
and the CD player, MD
player, DAT player, or the
like, connect the digital
output from the CD, MD,
or DAT player to the
Digital Input connector on
the U-8. For more
information, refer to
“Making a Digital
Connection” in “U-8 and
External Equipment” in
the U-8 Technical Guide.
MD/DAT/CD-R
INPUTOUTPUT
OUTPUTINPUT
Example of an Analog Loop Connection Example of a Digital Loop Connection
When the U-8 is connected as shown in the above diagram to a device that passes the
input sound through to its output (an MD/DAT/CD-R that is recording), the U-8
and that device will form a loop that can cause oscillation, producing an
unexpectedly loud sound.
This type of connection can cause malfunction and damage to speakers and other
equipment; take care to avoid these conditions.
In addition to the above figure, take a moment now to check your connections for the
following conditions.
•Could there be a looped connection between the analog and digital realms?
•Has any looped connection resulted from insertion of a mixer or other piece of
equipment between the devices?
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Getting Ready to Use the U-8
3. Making Connections for Using an External MIDI
Sound Module
This connection is made when playing MIDI data for backing using an
external sound module, such as the SC-8850, SC-8820, or SC-88Pro.
1
Connecting to the Output on a MIDI Sound Module
fig.04-07
U-8
MIDI sound module
L
AUX IN
OUTPUT
RLR
AUX IN
INPUT
)
BAMIC
GUITAR (Hi-Z
Connect the analog output on the external MIDI sound module to the AUX
Input jack on the U-8.
2
Connecting a MIDI Sound Module and the U-8 with MIDI
fig.04-08
U-8
ON
OFF
USBPOWERAC IN
MIDI OUT MIDI IN
INOUT
FOOT SW
OUTPUT INPUT
MIDI
DIGITAL
Make the connection with a MIDI cable to enable the external MIDI sound
module and the U-8 to exchange messages.
4. Connecting the Power Supply
Connect the power cable to the AC inlet and a power outlet.
fig.04-10
LINE OUT
MIDI sound module
MIDI IN
MIDI OUT
When inputting MIDI
messages from another
MIDI instrument or
controller, refer to the
“Connecting a MIDI
Instrument or Controller”
in “U-8 and External
Equipment” in the U-8
Technical Guide.
AC IN
U-8
(941)
5. Connecting to the Computer
Before connecting the U-8 to the computer, be sure to install the included
software. If you do not install them first, there is a case that the U-8 driver
cannot be installed correctly. For more information, refer to “Preparing for
Use of the Included Programs” (p. 20).
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After properly making the
connections explained up
to this point in the
instructions, be sure to
follow the procedure
described in “Turning On
the Power” to turn on the
power to the U-8. Errors in
this process may result in
malfunction or in damage
to the connected speakers.
■ What Else You Need to Use the U-8
External Amp, Speakers, Headphones, Microphone, and
Cables to Connect Them Are Not Included
The external amp, speakers, or headphones and the cables for connecting
them that you will need in order to hear the sound from the U-8 are not
included. A microphone for connection to the U-8 to input audio must also
be purchased separately. You will need to provide these items yourself.
MIDI Sound Module Is Not Included
A MIDI sound module for playing backing performances using a sequencer
is not included.
U-8 comes with software MIDI synthesizer, Virtual Sound Canvas 3.0. MIDI
performances are also possible with this software, but in cases of real-time
MIDI input and the like, we recommend connecting a hardware sound
module such as the SC-8850, SC-8820, or the SC-88Pro.
CD, DAT, or MD Devices and the Cables for Connecting Them
Are Not Included
You can make digital connections to a CD player, DAT recorder, MD
recorder, and the like, but these devices and cables for making the analog or
digital connections to them are not included. You will need to provide this
yourself.
Getting Ready to Use the U-8
For information on how to
install VSC3.0, see
“Installing Virtual Sound
Canvas 3.0 (VSC 3.0) (p.
34).”
Web Browser (Internet Browser) Is Not Included
In order to read the Online Manuals on the included CD-ROM, an Web
browser (Internet browser) such as Netscape Navigator or Microsoft
Internet Explorer must be already installed and set up on your computer.
You will need to provide this yourself.
Turning On the Power
■ When Turning On the Power for the First Time
Before you turn on the power to the U-8 for the first time, it is necessary to
install the included software. If you do not install them first, the U-8 driver
will not be installed correctly. For more information, refer to “Preparing for
Use of the Included Programs” (p. 20).
When you turn on the power to the U-8 for the first time after installing the
software and connecting the U-8 and the computer, a dialog box appears as
shown below, and preparations for using the U-8 start. Refer to “Getting
Ready to Use the U-8 with a Computer”.
fig.05-01.e.eps_50
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Getting Ready to Use the U-8
■ When Turning Off the Power
Before turning off the U-8 unit, make sure that all the programs on the
computer that are using the U-8 and that are using audio or MIDI have
finished.
Preparing for Use of the Included Programs
(Installing the included software)
■ Installing U-8 Controller, U-8 Tuner, Cakewalk Home
Studio U-8
Follow the steps below to install U-8 Controller, U-8 Tuner, Cakewalk Home
Studio U-8, and the online manuals on your computer.
1
2
Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
* Exit all other Windows applications before you install the software.
The following dialog comes up automatically.
Click the U-8 CW button.
* If the MENU dialog does not come up automatically, you can also install the
programs by choosing Start - Run and running the application named Setup.exe
from the CD-ROM.
fig.05-07a.e.eps_35
Do NOT turn on the U-8
now. You can turn it on
when you install the U-8
driver.
3
4
20
Warning dialog will appear. Read it carefully, and click OK.
The installer will start up. Click Next.
Getting Ready to Use the U-8
fig.05-08a.e.eps_35
If the “Welcome” Dialog Box Is Not Displayed
In certain computing environments, you may find that the “Welcome”
dialog box does not appear in the display.
In Step 5, a dialog box with a message telling you to restart your computer
may appear instead of the Welcome dialog box.
In this case, select
After restarting your computer, perform the entire installation procedure over
again from Step 1.
Yes, I want to restart my computer now.
and click OK.
5
The Choose Destination Location dialog box will be displayed. To install
to the specified destination, click Next. If you want to install to a different
folder, click Browse... and select another folder.
fig.05-08b.e.eps_50
Then, click Next.
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Getting Ready to Use the U-8
6
7
In the Select Components dialog box, confirm that the required software
has been checked, then click Next.
fig.05-08c.e.eps_50
If you select Cakewalk Home Studio U-8 to be installed, a dialog appears
which asks you whether and to where you want to install the demo songs.
Check the song names that you want to install and specify the destination.
Then, click Next. You can also copy them later.
fig.05-08g.e.eps_50
8
To install the demo song
after Cakewalk Home
Studio U-8 is installed, just
copy the desired song files
on the supplied CD-ROM
to the hard disk.
The software to be installed is shown in the Start Copying Files dialog
box; after confirming what is indicated is correct, click Next.
fig.05-08i.e.eps_50
Then it starts copying files. After this, install each component by following
the instructions on your screen.
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Getting Ready to Use the U-8
9
10
After installing Cakewalk components, you will be asked whether you
want to restart your computer. To make the settings effective, be sure to
choose Yes, I want to restart my computer now in the Setup Complete
dialog box, then click Finish. Windows will restart.
Since the setup will continue after Windows has restarted, DO NOT take the
CD out of the CD-ROM drive.
fig.05-08e.e.eps_50
After restarting Windows, COPY dialog will appear. Click OK, then some
more files will be copied.
* There is a case that the dialog is layered behind the other windows. Press
on the Windows taskbar to show the dialog to the top.
fig.05-08h.e.eps_50
11
12
Depending on your computer settings, you will see DMA dialog here. Read
the dialog carefully, and press OK.
Click OK in the Completed dialog.
fig.05-08d.e.eps_50
This completes the installation.
To use Cakewalk software with the U-8, you need to connect the U-8 to the
computer and install the driver. For more information, refer to “Getting
Ready to Use the U-8 with a Computer (p. 24).”
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