Roland Corporation R-09 Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manual

Checking the package contents

The R-09 comes with the following items. After opening the package, please check all items. If any items are missing, please contact the retailer from whom this product was purchased.

* In the interest of product improvement, the appearance of this unit and/or the supplied accessories are subject to change without prior notice.

R-09

USB cable (mini-B cable; 1 meter)

This cable connects the R-09 to the USB terminal on the PC.

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor is specifically designed for the R-09. Please use only the included AC adaptor.

* For use in your country, a different AC adaptor and plug may have been supplied.

SD Memory card

This memory card is needed to record or play back sound on the R-09.

Owner's manual

This document is the owner's manual. Please keep it on hand for easy reference.

Names of Things and What They Do 4

R-09 screens and basic operations 11

Using the R-09 14

Turning power on/off .....................................14

Preparing the memory card .............................17

Setting time and date......................................21

Recording......................................................23

Playing back..................................................24

Deleting ........................................................25

Recording 26

Configuring recording.....................................26

Recording instruments and voice ......................29

Using the internal microphones ...............29

Using external microphones....................33

Recording from cassettes or CDs ......................39

Playing back 42

Basic connections...........................................42

Playing back songs.........................................43

Rewinding and Fast Forwarding..............45

Repeated playback of a selected section..46

Repeating a song..................................48

Shuffle play ..........................................50

Playing back in order ............................52

Applying reverb effects during playback ...........54

Song types that can be played.........................55

Downloading songs to a PC 56

Connecting to the PC ......................................56

Loading songs................................................57

Disconnecting the PC ......................................59

Manipulating songs and folders 62

Displaying the <Finder screen>........................62

Selecting (Select) ............................................63

Displaying song or folder information (Information) ... 64

Deleting (Delete).............................................65

Changing the name (Rename)..........................66

Moving songs (Move) .....................................67

Copying (Copy) .............................................69

Creating folders (Make Folder).........................70

R-09 Configuration Settings 72

Displaying the <Menu screen>.........................72

Setting the sampling frequency when recording ........73

Setting the recording mode .............................74

Setting the song playback mode ......................75

Setting whether to use repeat playback or not....76

Adjusting the display brightness .......................77

Setting the time until the screen is darkened when no

operations are performed for a set period of time .....78

Setting the time until the power turns off when no

operations are performed for a set amount of time ....79

Setting the battery type ...................................80

Setting whether to monitor sound while recording ......81

Setting whether to use a plug-in powered

microphone or not ......................................... 82

Setting the date and time ................................83

Displaying SD memory card information ...........84

Formatting SD memory cards...........................85

Initializing the R-09 ........................................85

Message list 86

Troubleshooting 88

Index 93

Specifications 97

USING THE UNIT SAFELY 99

IMPORTANT NOTES 101

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 99) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 101). 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, This Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

Names of things and what they do

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Internal MIC

These stereo microphones are built into the R-09. ➜“Using the internal microphones” (p. 29)

Display

The display shows information about the R-09.➜“Information shown in the display” (p. 12)

PEAK indicator

This indicator lights up when the input or output volume is too high. If the [PEAK Indicator] is lit while recording, the recording will be distorted. Decrease the volume with the [(-) Input Level Button]. ➜“Adjusting recording levels” (p. 37)

FINDER/MENU button

The FINDER/MENU button is used to change screens or to EXIT (cancel operations or return to previous screen). ➜“Basic operations” (p. 13)

Current Screen

<Main Screen> (p. 11)

<Finder Screen> (p. 11) <Menu Screen> (p. 11)

REVERB button

Changes to <Finder Screen> Changes to <Menu Screen> when button is held down

Cancels operation or returns to previous screen or <Main Screen>

Operation

The REVERB button turns the reverb feature on/off and changes the reverb type.

➜

“Applying reverb effects during playback” (p. 54)

REVERB

REVERB is an effect that can be used to, for example, make it seem as if the sound were being played in a large hall. Four types of reverb are available: hall1, hall2, room, or plate. ➜“Reverb type” (p. 54)

Names of things and what they do

REPEAT button

The REPEAT button allows the region between two points (between A - B) to be played back repeatedly. Assign marker A and marker B in the song, and the region between marker A and marker B will be repeated. Pressing the button once assigns marker A. Pressing the button again assigns marker B.

➜

“Repeated playback of a selected section” (p. 46)

PLAY/PAUSE button ( )

The PLAY/PAUSE button starts playback. It can also pause playback or recording. It is also used to move the cursor up in the display or to change the value of a selected item.

➜

“Basic operations” (p. 13)

Current Screen Status Operation

Stopped Plays back

RWD button ( )

Playing Pauses playback Recording standby (REC button blinking) Starts recording Recording (REC button lights up) Pauses recording

—

Moves cursor up Changes the value

The RWD button selects the beginning of the song or the previous song. If it is held down, the song rewinds while the button is pressed. It can be used during playback or while stopped. It is also used to move the cursor to the left in the display or to change the value of a selected item. ➜“Basic operations” (p. 13)

Current Screen

FWD button ( )

During a song Moves to beginning of song Beginning of a song Moves to previous song During a song, at the beginning of a

song, or while stopped

Current Status Operation

Rewinds while button is pressed

—

Moves cursor to the left Changes the value

The FWD button selects the next song. If it is held down, the song fast forwards while the button is pressed. It can be used during playback or while stopped. It also functions as the right arrow for the cursor (moves the cursor to the right) and changes the value of a selected item. ➜“Basic operations” (p. 13)

Current Screen Current Status Operation

During a song Moves to next song

Beginning of a song Moves to next song During a song, at the beginning

of a song, or while stopped

—

Fast forwards while button is pressed

Moves cursor to the right Changes the value

Names of things and what they do

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STOP button ( )

The STOP button stops playback or recording. It is also used to move the cursor down in the display or to change the value of a selected item. ➜“Basic operations” (p. 13)

Current Screen

REC indicator

Playing Stops playback Recording standby

(REC button blinks) Recording

(REC button lights up)

Status Operation

Releases from recording-standby mode

Stops recording

—

Moves cursor down Changes the value

The REC indicator is lit red during recording. It blinks while in recording-standby mode (REC PAUSE).

REC button

The REC button is used to enter recording-standby mode or to start recording. It is also used to enter selected items. ➜“Basic operations” (p. 13)

Current Screen

Stopped Puts into recording-standby mode Recording standby (REC button blinks) Starts recording

Status Operation

— Enter

Names of things and what they do

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POWER switch

Holding down the POWER switch turns power on or off.

➜

“Turning power on/off” (p. 14)

Never switch off the power during playback/ recording, while connected to the PC via USB, or while “Now Processing!” appears in the display.

(+) and (-) INPUT LEVEL buttons

The INPUT LEVEL buttons adjust the level of the sound from the [Internal MIC ], [MIC Input Jack ], and [LINE IN Jack ].

Pressing the (+) input level button increases the input sound level. Pressing the (-) input level button decreases the input sound level.

➜

“Adjusting recording levels” (p. 37)

AC ADAPTOR jack

This is the power jack. Connect the included AC adaptor to this jack.

➜

“Using the AC adaptor” (p. 14)

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HOLD switch

181716

Set the HOLD switch to the ON position so only the following buttons can be used and to help prevent accidental operations.

Buttons remaining operable when the HOLD switch is set to ON:

• [AUTO GAIN CONTROL Switch ]

• [EXTERNAL MICROPHONE TYPE Switch ]

• [LOW CUT Switch ]

• [MIC GAIN Switch ]

(+) and (-) HEADPHONE VOLUME buttons

These buttons adjust the output sound level when headphones are connected to the

[HEADPHONE jack ].

The volume cannot be adjusted for sound output via a digital cable connected to the [HEADPHONE

jack ] (digital output).

HEADPHONE jack

(digital output connector)

This jack is used as both the HEADPHONE jack and the digital output connector. To listen with headphones, connect headphones. To have digital output, connect an optical digital cable (round mini-type).

➜

“Playing back” (p. 42)

Optical

Digital jack to connect optical cables.

Names of things and what they do

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MICROPHONE INPUT jack

The MIC input jack is used to connect an external microphone.

➜

“Using external microphones” (p. 33)

The volume can be adjusted using the [(+) and (-) INPUT LEVEL buttons ].

When connecting an external microphone, please choose the setting according to the microphone type.

Dynamic microphone Battery-powered condenser

microphone Plug-in powered condenser

microphones

Stereo microphone

Monaural microphone

• When connecting a dynamic microphone or a battery-powered microphone, be sure to use the <Menu Screen> to set the unit so plug-in power is not supplied to the microphone. The microphone may be damaged if used with the improper setting.

• If a cable is connected to the [LINE IN Jack], then no sound is input via the [MIC Input Jack].

Use the <Menu Screen> to switch OFF power for a plug-in powered microphone (p. 82).

Use the <Menu Screen> to switch ON power for a plug-in powered microphone (p. 82).

Set to stereo with the [EXTERNAL MICROPHONE TYPE Switch ].

Set to monaural with the [EXTERNAL MICROPHONE TYPE Switch ].

Dynamic microphone

The durable dynamic microphone is suitable for vocal or instrumental recordings. It does not require a power supply.

Condenser microphone

The sensitive condenser microphone is suitable for recording quiet sounds, such as live instrumentals or meetings. It requires a power supply from either batteries or plug-in power.

LINE IN jack

When inputting audio signals from audio equipment or digital instruments, use a cable with a stereo-mini plug to connect the R-09 to the device.

➜

“Recording from cassettes or CDs” (p. 39)

Volume is adjusted with the [(+) and (-) INPUT LEVEL buttons ].

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Names of things and what they do

AUTO GAIN CONTROL switch

This switch turns AUTO GAIN CONTROL on or off. It is usually set to off.

OFF

The switch cannot be used for the line input.

EXTERNAL MICROPHONE TYPE switch

Evens out the overall level of the signal during recording by increasing the level of sounds that are weak, while attenuating those that are loud. Turn this switch on to record voices of people both near and far during meetings.

Records input sounds without changing them.

This switch is used to set the microphone type to match the microphone connected to the [MIC Input Jack ].

MONO STEREO

LOW CUT switch

Monaural microphone is connected. Stereo microphone is connected.

This switch turns LOW CUT on or off. It is usually set to off.

OFF

MICROPHONE GAIN switch

Records while cutting the lower range portion of the input signal. Turn on when breath noise (the sound of breathing while recording a voice) or wind noise (when recording outside) may be a problem.

Records without cutting the lower range.

This switch changes the sensitivity with respect to the input from the microphone.

LOW

HIGH

Lowers the microphone sensitivity. Set to LOW when inputting loud sounds such as band performances.

Increases the microphone sensitivity. Set to HIGH when inputting softer sounds such as meetings.

Names of things and what they do

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Bottom cover

The bottom cover slides to two positions. When the cover is opened, the [USB

Terminal ] and [Memory Card Slot ]

are visible first. With the [Bottom Cover Lock

] slid to the release position, open the

cover further to reveal the [Battery Compartment ].

➜

“Preparing the memory card” (p. 17)

➜

“Using batteries” (p. 15)

When opening the cover, be sure to follow the procedure in “Using batteries” (p. 15). Forcing the cover open may damage the unit.

USB terminal

This connector is used to connect to a PC via the included USB cable. Songs recorded on the R-09 can be transferred to the PC, and WAV or MP3 files can be copied from the PC to the R-09 to be played.

➜

“Preparing the memory card” (p. 17)

Since USB 2.0 (HI-SPEED USB) is supported, songs can be transferred quickly.

Memory card slot

This slot accepts SD memory cards.

➜

“SD Memory Card” (p. 20)

Bottom cover lock

This lock protects against batteries falling out if the bottom cover is opened by mistake.

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Battery compartment

Batteries are inserted here when operating on battery power. There is no need to insert batteries when using the AC adaptor.

➜

“Using batteries” (p. 15)

Be sure to turn the R-09 off before unplugging the AC adapter.

R-09 screens and basic operations

The R-09 screen

The <Main Screen> is shown when power to the R-09 is turned on. The <Finder Screen> and <Menu Screen> can be opened from the <Main Screen>.

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This startup screen is shown after power is turned on. Songs can be recorded or played.

Hold down

USB connection

This screen shows a song list and allows names to be edited and songs to be deleted or copied.

You can do things such as set the date and time, adjust the recording sound quality, adjust the brightness of the display, and perform initializations.

This screen is displayed when a PC is connected via USB. Songs can be copied (moved) between the R09 and PC.

R-09 screens and basic operations

Information shown in the display

This section describes the main icons and information shown in the <Main Screen>.

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Playback time

Output level

Playback/Stop status (PLAY/STOP)

Recording time

Input level

(REC/STANDBY)

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Song name

Repeat status

Current time

(ON/OFF)

Current timeRecord/Recording standby status

Peak

Song length

Reverb status (OFF/HALL1/HALL2/ROOM/PLATE)

Power supply status (AC adaptor /battery )

Peak

Remaining recording time on memory card

Plug-in power status (ON/OFF)

Power supply to the MIC input jack (AC adaptor /battery )

Little power

remaining

Please insert

new batteries.

Full power

Batteries have

full power.

Basic operations

Recording and playback

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R-09 screens and basic operations

Playback/Pause

Rewind/Previous song (start of song)

Selecting and entering

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Cancel operation, Return to previous screen

Change the value (-) Move cursor to the left

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Cancel operation, Return to previous screen

Stop

Move cursor up

Move cursor down

Fast Forward/ Next song

Record/ Recording Standby

Change the value (+) Move cursor to the right

Enter

Delete characterInsert character

Move cursor to the left

Change character

Move cursor to the right

Enter

Using the R-09

Hold down

Turning power on/off

Using the AC adaptor

Be sure to use the AC adaptor when connecting to a PC. If the batteries become exhausted while copying a song, the song may be corrupted.

Check that power is turned off.

If the power is on, turn it off. Press and hold the [POWER

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switch] on the R-09 to turn power on or off.

Plug the DC plug of the AC adaptor into the [AC Adapter Jack] on the R-09.

Plug the AC adaptor into an electrical power outlet.

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Turn power on.

Pressing and holding down the [POWER switch] turns on the power and shows an R-09 image in the display. To turn off power, press and hold down the [POWER switch].

• Be sure to use the AC adaptor supplied with this product.

• If the [HOLD Switch] is in the on position, no operations can be performed. Be sure to slide it to the off position. (➜ p. 7)

If the AC adaptor is connected while power is on, the power supply is drawn from the AC adaptor.

Using batteries

2. 3.

Be sure to use the AC adaptor when connecting to a PC. Pressing and holding down the [POWER switch] turns on the power and shows an R-09 image in the display.

Batteries that can be used

• AA alkaline batteries (LR6)

• AA nickel metal hydride batteries (HR15/51)

The R-09 cannot recharge nickel metal hydride batteries. Please use a separately purchased battery charger.

Check that the power is turned off.

If the power is on, turn it off. Press and hold the [POWER switch] on the R-09 to turn power on or off.

Open the [Bottom Cover] on the bottom of the unit.

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1. Turn the R-09 over.

2. Slide the [Bottom Cover] up.

3. Slide the [Bottom Cover Lock] and hold it there while sliding the [Bottom Cover] up.

The cover will stop when the [USB Terminal] and [Memory Slot] can be seen. Slide the [Bottom Cover Lock] to the right, and while holding it there slide the [Bottom Cover] further up.

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* Forcing the cover open may damage the unit.

4. Fold the [Bottom Cover] down.

The [Battery Compartment] should be visible.

Using the R-09

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Insert the batteries.

Insert two AA batteries into the [Battery Compartment]. Be sure the positive and negative terminals are oriented correctly.

Close the bottom cover.

Using the R-09

Hold down

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Turn power on.

Press and hold down the [POWER switch] to turn on the power.

Set the battery type.

Select the battery type (alkaline batteries or nickel metal hydride batteries) on the <Menu Screen>.

“Setting the battery type (Battery)” (p. 80)

Cautions when using batteries with the R-09

• Do not mix new and used batteries or different types of batteries.

• When not using the R-09 for an extended time, it is recommend that the batteries be removed to prevent leakage.

• When connecting to a PC via a USB cable, always use the AC adaptor to prevent power failures during connection.

Power saving feature

The R-09 is equipped with a power saving feature designed to prevent the unnecessary consumption of power. If no operation is performed for a set amount of time, the display will be darkened or the power will be shut off according to the settings for the power saving feature.

Setting the power saving feature

• “Setting the time until the screen is darkened when no operations are performed for a set period of time (Display Timer)” (p. 78)

• “Setting the time until the power turns off when no operations are performed for a set amount of time (Auto Power Off)” (p. 79)

Remaining battery power indication

When the battery power becomes low, a low battery icon is shown in the lower right of the display. Please replace the batteries as soon as possible. If batteries with low power are used, the “Battery Low” message is displayed and all R09 functions will eventually stop.

“Message list” (p. 86)

Battery life

When using alkaline batteries

Continuous playback approximately 5.5 hours Continuous recording approximately 4 hours

* The battery life indicated above is approximate. Battery life will vary depending on the

environment in which you are using the R-09 and your method of use.

Preparing the memory card

Back side

The R-09 uses an SD memory card.

Inserting

Insert the supplied SD memory card.

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Inserting

Check that the power is turned off.

If the power is on, turn it off. Press and hold the [POWER switch] on the R-09 to turn power on or off.

Open the [Bottom Cover] on the bottom of the unit.

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1. Turn the R-09 over.

2. Slide the [Bottom Cover] up.

The cover will stop when the [USB Terminal] and [Memory Slot] can be seen.

* Forcing the cover open may damage the unit.

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Using the R-09

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Insert the memory card.

• When inserting the memory card, make sure the reverse side of the card is facing up and insert the card slowly. If the card is forcibly inserted incorrectly, the R-09 or the memory card may be damaged. Please exercise caution.

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

Close the [Bottom Cover].

Using the R-09

Hold down

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Turn power on.

Press and hold down the [POWER switch] to turn on the power.

When using a memory card with the R-09 for the first time, the memory card must be formatted. Please format the memory card following the procedure in “Formatting” (p. 19). “SD Unformatted” is shown when an unformatted memory card is inserted into the R-09.

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Removing

Turn off power to the R-09.

Open the [Bottom Cover].

Lightly push the memory card inward, then release it.

Remove the memory card after it pops out toward you.

Never insert or remove a memory card while this unit’s power is on. Doing so may corrupt the data on the memory card.

Formatting

Hold down

Show

Move the

cursor

up or down

Enter

Move the

cursor

up or down

Enter

A memory card must be formatted when using it with the R-09 for the first time.

Be sure to format the memory card on the R-09. Cards formatted on devices other than the R-09 may not operate properly on the R-09.

Formatting

Formatting refers to initializing a memory card according to a specified data storage format. If a memory card with recordings is formatted, all the recorded songs are deleted.

Check that the memory card is inserted.

Check that the memory card to be formatted is inserted in the [Memory Card Slot] on the R-09.

Using the R-09

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“Inserting” (p. 17)

Show the <Menu Screen>.

Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show the <Menu Screen>.

To cancel the operation, press the [FINDER/MENU Button]. You’re returned to the previous screen.

Select “SD Card.”

Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select “SD Card,” then press the [REC Button].

To cancel the operation, press the [FINDER/MENU Button]. You’re returned to the previous screen.

Select “Format.”

Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select “Format,” then press the [REC Button].

To cancel, press the [FINDER/MENU Button]. You’re returned to the previous screen.

Using the R-09

Enter

Move cursor

to the left

or right

Press twice

Show

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Select “Yes.”

A confirmation screen is shown. Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to select “Yes,” then press the [REC Button].

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Do not remove the memory card during formatting. The storage area on the memory card may become damaged.

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When “Completed!” is shown, formatting has completed.

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Return to <Main Screen>.

Press the [FINDER/MENU Button] twice to return to the <Main Screen>.

SD Memory Card

• The R-09 supports SD memory cards of 64 MB to 2 GB.

• Some memory card types or memory cards from some manufacturers may not record or play back properly on the R-09.

• Never insert or remove a memory card while this unit’s power is on. Doing so may corrupt the data on the memory card.

• Carefully insert the memory card all the way in—until it is firmly in place. Do not force the card into the slot.

The memory card write protect feature (LOCK)

The contents of the memory card can be protected by write protecting it. To write protect a card, slide the write protect switch on the side of the memory card to the “LOCK” position. Unlock write protect to delete data on the card.

Write protect switch

Setting time and date

Hold down

Show

Move the

cursor

up or down

Enter

When turning on power, please follow the procedure below to set the internal clock. The time and date set here are used as information (time stamp) for the recorded songs.

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Show the <Menu Screen>.

Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show

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the <Menu Screen>.

Select “Date & Time.”

Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select “Date & Time,” then press the [REC Button].

When the power is on, the internal clock draws power from the AC adaptor or the batteries. When the power is off, the internal clock will run temporarily on the power stored in the main unit. However, if the power is off for several days, the internal clock settings return to the original settings (initial status). When power is turned on in initial status, the message “Clock Initialized” is shown. If “Clock Initialized” is shown, please reset the date and time.

Using the R-09

Move cursor

to the left

or right

Change the value

Enter

Show

Edit the time and date.

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1. Move the cursor.

Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to move the cursor to the right or left.

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2. Edit the date and time.

Move the cursor over the character to change, use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to change the

date and time, then press the [REC Button] to enter the changes.

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Return to <Main Screen>.

Press the [FINDER/MENU Button].

Recording

standby

Starts

recording

Stops

recording

Recording with the [Internal MIC].

When using the [Internal MIC], do not connect anything to the [MIC Input Jack] or [LINE IN Jack]. If a microphone or cable is connected to the [MIC Input Jack] or [LINE IN Jack], input from these jacks take precedence, and input from the [Internal MIC] is disabled.

Adjust the input level.

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1. Enter the recording-standby mode.

Press the [REC Button] while the <Main Screen> is showing. The [REC Indicator] blinks. The unit is in

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recording-standby mode.

2. Play the song to record into the microphone.

The level meter indicates the loudness of the input to R-09.

3. While the sound is being output, press the [(+) (-) Input Level Button] to adjust the volume gradually.

Adjust so that the level meter moves as far to the right as possible without the [PEAK Indicator] turning on. If the [PEAK Indicator] stays lit, then the input level is too high, and the recorded sound becomes distorted.

Using the R-09

See “Adjusting recording levels” (p. 37) for details on adjusting

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the input level.

Press the [REC Button] to begin recording.

The [REC Indicator] lights up.

Press the [STOP Button ] to stop

recording.

The [REC Indicator] goes out, and the recorded song is shown in the display.

Power cannot be turned off during recording.

See “Configuring recording” (p. 26) for details on recording settings.

Using the R-09

Play

Low

Volume High

Playing back

Listen to the recorded voice.

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Connect a playback device.

The R-09 does not have speakers. To listen to the playback, headphones or speakers must be provided separately.

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Press the [PLAY Button ] to begin playback.

When the [PLAY Button] is pressed, the song shown in the display begins to play.

When “No Song” is shown in the display, there is no song that the R-09 can play.

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“Manipulating songs and folders” (p. 62)

Adjust the volume.

Use [(+) and (-) HEADPHONE VOLUME buttons] to set the volume to a comfortable level.

The volume cannot be adjusted for sound output via a digital cable connected to the [HEADPHONE jack] (digital output).

Rewind/Fast Forward

If the [RWD Button ] is held down during playback, the recording rewinds. If the [FWD Button ] is held down during playback, the recording fast forwards. Once

these buttons are released, playback starts again.

See “Playing back” (p. 42) for details on playback.

Deleting

Show

Move the

cursor

up or down

Enter

Move the

cursor

up or down

Enter

Show

Delete the recorded voice.

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Show the <Finder Screen>.

Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show

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the <Finder Screen>.

Select the song.

Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select the song to delete, then press the [REC Button].

Select “Delete.”

Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select “Delete,” then press the [REC Button].

Using the R-09

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Press the [REC Button] to delete the song.

A confirmation screen is shown. Press the [REC Button] to delete the song.

To cancel, press the [FINDER/MENU Button] before pressing the [REC Button].

Do not turn off power while deleting.

Return to <Main Screen>.

Press the [FINDER/MENU Button].

Recording

Configuring recording

You can set the sound quality to use when recording. Improving the sound quality increases the song size and decreases the recording time.

When making a final recording of a performance, it is best to use WAV 16 bit or 24 bit to give priority to sound quality.

When making an audio CD, set the sampling frequency to 44.1 kHz and the recording mode to WAV 16 bit.

Test recordings and records of meetings do not usually require sound quality as good as that. For longer recordings that give priority to song size, use MP3 128 kbps at 44.1 kHz.

Decide whether the sound quality or the recording time is to be given precedence, and make the settings accordingly.

Sampling frequency

(Default value is bold)

Sampling frequency values

The larger value provides better sound quality. When making a digital recording, the sound level is measured periodically, and that level is made into a digital signal. The sampling frequency is a value that defines the time interval and is expressed in kHz. A high sampling frequency is needed to faithfully reproduce high sounds.

44.1 kHz

48 kHz

• Higher sampling frequencies result in larger song sizes and shorter recording times.

• When using the recording as an audio track for a video, we recommend setting the frequency to 48 kHz.

• The sampling frequency of a recorded song cannot be changed on the R-09.

Recording mode

MP3 64 kbps MP3 96 kbps MP3 128 kbps MP3 160 kbps

Recording mode

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WAV versus MP3

WAV songs (*.WAV) store all sound information without compression; MP3 songs (*.MP3) store songs using compression. Consequently, WAV songs have a better sound quality recording than MP3 songs. On the other hand, MP3 reduce data volume by removing frequencies that are hard for the human ear to hear.

When recording with MP3, the song size is smaller than the WAV setting recording, and a longer recording can be made.

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bps and bit

The higher the value, the better the sound quality.

The MP3 bps is the bit rate unit (bits per second). The bit rate indicates data transfer rates in number of bits sent per second.

The WAV bit is used to represent the size of a sample. The sample size indicates the amount of precision used in capturing subtle changes in the sound. Larger sampling size values allow for more details of the sound to be expressed, and result in sound that is smoother and more natural.

MP3 192 kbps MP3 256 kbps MP3 320 kbps

WAV 16 bit

WAV 24 bit

Recording

• Higher bps and bit values result in larger song sizes and shorter recording times.

• Software such as Windows Media Player cannot play back 24 bit WAV files.

Recording

Estimated recording times

The approximate recording time for memory cards is shown below.

Recording time (estimate) Unit: minutes

Setting

WAV (16 bit/44.1 kHz) 5 11 44 88 180 WAV (16 bit/48 kHz) 5 10 40 81 166 WAV (24 bit/44.1 kHz) 3 7 29 59 120 WAV (24 bit/48 kHz) 3 7 27 54 110 MP3 128 kbps 62 126 490 980 1,993 MP3 256 kbps 31 63 245 490 996 MP3 320 kbps 25 50 196 392 797

The above recording times are estimates. The times may change depending on the card specifications. Furthermore, the actual recording time is shorter when there are multiple files.

64 MB 128 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB

Memory card size

Recording instruments and voice

Hold down

Using the internal microphones

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The internal microphone is a stereo microphone. The sound picked up by the microphone on the right side of the R-09 is recorded on the right channel (R), while the sound that the microphone on the left captures is recorded on the left channel (L).

• To prevent feedback when recording with a microphone, do not use speakers.

• If a microphone or other device is connected to the [LINE IN Jack] or [MIC Input Jack], the [Internal Mic] cannot be used. When using the [Internal MIC], do not connect anything to the [MIC Jack] or [LINE IN Jack].

Set monitoring on when recording to monitor the sound while recording.

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“Setting whether to monitor sound while recording” (p. 81)

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Turn on power to the R-09.

Turn on power to the R-09. See “Turning power on/off” (p.

14)

Recording

Hold down

Show

Move the

cursor

up or down

Enter

Changes the value

Set the sampling frequency.

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“Configuring recording” (p. 26)

1. Show the <Menu Screen>.

Press and hold down the [FINDER/MENU Button] to show the <Menu Screen>.

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2. Select “Recorder Setup.”

Use the [PLAY Button ] and [STOP Button ] to select “Recorder Setup,” then press the [REC Button].

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3. Select the sampling frequency (Sample Rate).

Use the [RWD Button ] and [FWD Button ] to change the Sample Rate value.

Sampling frequency values

44.1 kHz

48 kHz

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Roland Corporation R-09 Owner's Manual

Checking the package contents

Contents

Names of things and what they do

R-09 screens and basic operations

Using the R-09

Turning power on/off

Preparing the memory card

Setting time and date

Recording

Playing back

Deleting

Recording

Configuring recording

Recording instruments and voice

Using the internal microphones