Roland Corporation VS-2000CD Owner's Manual

This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC.

For EU Countries

Apparatus containing Lithium batteries

ADVARSEL!

Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.

VARNING

Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

ADVARSEL

Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruks joner.

VAROITUS

Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.

For Canada

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

NOTICE

AVIS

For the USA

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment. This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.

For the USA

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Compliance Information Statement

Model Name :

Type of Equipment :

Responsible Party :

Address :

Telephone :

VS-2000 DIGITAL STUDIO WORKSTATION Roland Corporation U.S. 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938, U. S. A. (323) 890-3700

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

001

• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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002d

other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit or its AC adaptor. (The only exception would be where this manual provides specific instructions which should be followed in order to put in place user-installable options; see Chapter 29.)

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003

• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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004

• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct

sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors);

or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration.

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007

• Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

008c

• Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

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008e

• Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

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009

• Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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010

• This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.

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011

• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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

• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the

plug has been damaged; or

• If smoke or unusual odor occurs

• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been

spilled onto the unit; or

• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise

has become wet); or

• The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance.

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013

• In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

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014

• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

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015

• Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

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016

• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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020

• Keep lithium batteries out of reach of small children. If a child has accidentally swallowed a battery, see a doctor immediately.

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021

• Lithium batteries must never be recharged, heated, taken apart, or thrown into a fire or water.

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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022b

• Always turn the unit off and unplug the AC adaptor before attempting installation of the circuit board (model no. VS8F-2/VS8F-3; Chapter 29).

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• 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 plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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103b

• At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

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• 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.

118

• Should you remove screws, 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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120

• Always turn the phantom power off when connecting any device other than condenser microphones that require phantom power. You risk causing damage if you mistakenly supply phantom power to dynamic microphones, audio playback devices, or other devices that don’t require such power. Be sure to check the specifications of any microphone you intend to use by referring to the manual that came with it.

(This instrument’s phantom power: 48 V DC, 10 mA Max)

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• Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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108b

• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.

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109b

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (Chapter 4).

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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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113

• Use only the specified type (model no. CR3032) of lithium battery (Chapter 29). Be sure to insert it as directed (to ensure correct polarity).

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114

• Used lithium batteries must be disposed of in compliance with whatever regulations for their safe disposal that may be observed in the region in which you live.

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115a

• Install only the specified circuit board(s) (model no. VS8F-2/VS8F-3). Remove only the specified screws (Chapter 29).

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Important Notes

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

291a

Power Supply

301

• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.

302

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

307

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

Placement

351

• Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.

352a

• This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

352b

• Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.

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.

355b

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

Maintenance

401a

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

402

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

Repairs and Data

452

• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up on a storage device (e.g., CD-R/RW disc), 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.

Memory Backup

501b

• This unit contains a battery which powers the unit’s memory circuits while the main power is off. When this battery becomes weak, the message shown below will appear in the display. Once you see this message, have the battery replaced with a fresh one as soon as possible to avoid the loss of all data in memory. To have the battery replaced, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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Important Notes

Additional Precautions

551

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

552

• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on a storage device (e.g., CD-R/RW disc) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

553

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

554

• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

556

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

558a

• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night).

559a

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

562

• Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.

• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

Handling Hard Disks

Important Performance and Image Data

811

• Once a hard disk fails to function normally, all data that has been stored on it could be destroyed.

All hard disks eventually wear out.

you consider the hard disk not as a permanent storage site, but as a place to store data temporarily. We also recommend that you back up important performance that cannot be recorded again onto the external media (e.g., CD-R/RW disc).

Note that Roland assumes no liability whatsoever, including monetary compensation, for the loss of any recorded content in the event of the malfunction of, or physical damage to the hard disk, or for any direct or incidental damages resulting from the loss of such data.

Precautions Regarding Setup and Use

812

• Certain hard disk setup procedures and usage conditions may result in the corruption of recorded data, malfunctioning, or physical damage to the disk, so be sure to observe the following precautions.

• Do not subject the hard disk to vibration or shock, especially while the unit is in operation.

• Do not set up the unit in any location where it may be affected by vibration from external sources, or on any surface that is not stable and level.

• If the device includes a cooling fan, ensure that the fan and the side panel air vents remain unobstructed.

• Do not leave the unit in any environment subject to temperature extremes; for example, in a closed automobile in summer or outdoors during winter.

• Do not use the unit in conditions of high temperature and humidity or in any location subject to rapid temperature changes.

• Do not unplug the power cord or switch off any circuit breakers in the circuit to which the unit is connected while the power is turned on.

• Do not move the unit while the power is turned on or immediately after turning off the power. When transporting the unit, first turn off the power and confirm that the display screen has gone off, disconnect the power plug, then wait at least two minutes before moving the device.

We recommend that

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Important Notes

Emergency Procedures

813

* The following procedures are to be used as

emergency measures only, and are not recommended for normal operation.

• If the device fails to respond to operational commands or does not complete operations, turn off the power. If the power does not shut off following normal shutdown procedures, disconnect the power plug.

If the unit does not operate normally when the power is turned on again, it may mean that the hard disk has been damaged. In such instances, consult your dealer or the nearest Roland Service Center. Note, however, that it may not be possible to recover any data from the hard disk once it has been lost.

If your device features drive check capabilities, use the drive check function to regularly confirm that there are no problems, even when the device is operating normally.

For more detailed information on the shutdown and drive check procedures, refer to the Owner’s Manual.

Handling the CD-RW Drive

Access Indicator

Emergency eject hole

• Install the unit on a solid, level surface in an area free from vibration.

• Avoid using the unit immediately after it has been moved to a location with a level of humidity that is greatly different than its former location. Rapid changes in the environment can cause condensation to form inside the drive, which will adversely affect the operation of the drive and/or damage discs. When the unit has been moved, allow it to become accustomed to the new environment (allow a few hours) before operating it.

• It is strictly restricted to eject tray using emergency eject hall during VS-2000 is operating (while the DISK indicator of VS-2000 or access indicator of built-in CD-RW drive is lit).

• Remove any disc from the drive before powering up or down.

Eject Button

• When you carry VS-2000, remove the disc from the loading tray.

• To avoid the risk of malfunction and/or damage, insert only discs with into the CD-RW drive. Never insert

any other type of disc. Avoid getting paper clips, coins, or any other foreign objects inside the drive.

• Do not touch the lens.

• When the lens is dirty, clean the lens with a commercial lens blower.

Lens

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Important Notes

Handling CD-ROM/CD-R/ CD-RW Discs

• DO NOT play a CD-R/RW disc (CD-R/RW disc on which song data has been backed up) 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.

• Upon handling the discs, please observe the following.

• Do not touch the recorded surface of the disc.

• Do not use in dusty areas.

• Do not leave the disc in direct sunlight or an enclosed vehicle.

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

• Keep the disc in the case.

• Do not keep the disc in the CD-RW drive for a long time.

• Do not put a sticker on the label of the disc.

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.

852a

• When exchanging audio signals through a digital connection with an external instrument, this unit can perform recording without being subject to 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.)

853

• 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.

• Wipe the disc with a soft and dry cloth radially from inside to outside. Do not wipe along circumference.

• Do not use benzine, record cleaner spray or solvents of any kind.

• Do not bend the disc.

About the License Agreement

• The VS-2000 and its CD-R/RW capability are designed to allow you to reproduce material to which you have copyright, or material which the copyright owner has granted you permission to copy. Accordingly, reproduction of Music CD or other copyrighted material without permission of the copyright owner avoiding technical prohibiting features of second-generation and later copying like SCMS or others constitutes copyright infringement and may incur penalties even in case such reproduction is for your own personal use and enjoyment (private use). Consult a copyright specialist or special publications for more detailed information on obtaining such permission from copyright holders.

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Step-By-Step Instruction Finder 21

1—Welcome 29

About this Manual .......................................................................................................................................................... 29

How the

Names ........................................................................................................................................................................ 30

Note, Tip, Glossary and Warning Icons ............................................................................................................... 30

Other Documents in the VS-2000 Box .......................................................................................................................... 31

Getting More Help .......................................................................................................................................................... 31

The Roland Internal Web site ................................................................................................................................. 31

The Roland US Web site ......................................................................................................................................... 31

The Roland US Faxback System ............................................................................................................................ 31

Roland US Product Support ................................................................................................................................... 31

2—Getting Around 33

The Top Panel of the VS-2000 ........................................................................................................................................ 33

Analog Input Jacks .................................................................................................................................................. 33

Mixer Area ................................................................................................................................................................ 35

Display Area ............................................................................................................................................................. 39

Control Area ............................................................................................................................................................. 41

Navigation Tools ...................................................................................................................................................... 44

The Rear Panel of the VS-2000 ...................................................................................................................................... 47

VS-2000 Owner’s Manual

is Organized ................................................................................................. 29

3—Introduction to the VS-2000 51

What’s Inside the VS-2000? ............................................................................................................................................ 51

Input Jacks and Connectors .................................................................................................................................... 51

The Mixing Console ................................................................................................................................................. 52

The Internal Effects .................................................................................................................................................. 55

The Hard Disk Recorder ......................................................................................................................................... 56

Rhythm Track ........................................................................................................................................................... 57

Tuner .......................................................................................................................................................................... 57

Output Jacks and Connectors ................................................................................................................................ 57

Signal Flow ....................................................................................................................................................................... 57

Projects .............................................................................................................................................................................. 58

Busses in the VS-2000 ..................................................................................................................................................... 58

What’s a Bus? ............................................................................................................................................................ 58

About Direct Paths ................................................................................................................................................... 59

Achieving Perfect Levels ................................................................................................................................................ 59

What’s “Clipping?” ................................................................................................................................................. 59

How Do I Get Good Levels? .................................................................................................................................. 60

The Importance of Backing Up ..................................................................................................................................... 61

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4—Setting Up and Basic Operations 63

Things You’ll Need ......................................................................................................................................................... 63

Power ......................................................................................................................................................................... 63

A Way to Listen to the VS-2000 .............................................................................................................................. 63

Getting Ready .................................................................................................................................................................. 63

Powering Up .................................................................................................................................................................... 65

What Happens During the VS-2000’s Power-Up ................................................................................................ 65

Configuring the VS-2000 ................................................................................................................................................ 66

Setting Up the VGA Monitor, Mouse and Keyboard .......................................................................................... 66

Setting the VS-2000’s Clock ............................................................................................................................................ 67

A Few Fundamental Concepts ...................................................................................................................................... 67

Selection ..................................................................................................................................................................... 67

Switches ..................................................................................................................................................................... 68

Parameters and Values ............................................................................................................................................ 68

Tools You’ll Use All the Time ........................................................................................................................................ 68

The Cursor/ZOOM Buttons ................................................................................................................................... 68

The F Buttons ............................................................................................................................................................ 68

Pages .......................................................................................................................................................................... 69

The Time/Value Dial ............................................................................................................................................... 69

The ENTER/YES and EXIT/NO Buttons ............................................................................................................. 70

The SHIFT Button ..................................................................................................................................................... 70

Using a Mouse .......................................................................................................................................................... 70

Using an ASCII Keyboard ....................................................................................................................................... 72

UNDO and REDO .................................................................................................................................................... 72

Naming ...................................................................................................................................................................... 74

If You’re Using DS-Series Monitors .............................................................................................................................. 75

Setting Up for Roland’s DS-Series Digital Monitors ........................................................................................... 75

Adjusting Your Listening Level .................................................................................................................................... 75

Playing the Factory Demos ............................................................................................................................................ 76

“U Wanna Play Me” ................................................................................................................................................ 76

“With Me” ................................................................................................................................................................. 76

The VS-2000’s Built-It Tuner .......................................................................................................................................... 79

Connecting the VS-2000 to a Computer Via USB ....................................................................................................... 81

Caution when using USB storage mode ............................................................................................................... 81

Establishing a connection to your computer (Entering USB Storage mode) ................................................... 82

Terminating the connection to your computer (Exiting USB Storage mode) .................................................. 84

Turning Off the VS-2000 ................................................................................................................................................. 85

Turning Off the VS-2000 .......................................................................................................................................... 85

5—Understanding Effects 87

Harnessing the VS-2000’s Effects .................................................................................................................................. 87

Dry and Wet .............................................................................................................................................................. 87

Effect Routings ................................................................................................................................................................. 87

Insert Effects .............................................................................................................................................................. 88

Loop Effects ............................................................................................................................................................... 88

Master Effects ................................................................................................................................................................... 89

Native and Plug-In Effects ............................................................................................................................................. 89

External Effects ................................................................................................................................................................ 90

Getting the Most From Your Effect Processors ........................................................................................................... 90

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6—Understanding the Hard Disk Recorder 93

VS-2000 Hard Disk Drives ............................................................................................................................................. 93

What’s a Hard Drive? .............................................................................................................................................. 93

How a VS-2000 Hard Drive Organizes Data ....................................................................................................... 93

Preparing a Hard Drive for Use ............................................................................................................................. 94

How Audio Is Recorded on a VS-2000 Hard Drive ................................................................................................... 94

How Recordings Are Played Back ............................................................................................................................... 94

Random Access ........................................................................................................................................................ 94

What’s Pointer-Based Playback? ........................................................................................................................... 94

Non-Destructive, Pointer-Based Editing ..................................................................................................................... 95

Pointer-Based Editing .............................................................................................................................................. 95

What Is a VS-2000 Track? ............................................................................................................................................... 97

The Power of V-Tracks ............................................................................................................................................ 97

Track Editing Basics ........................................................................................................................................................ 98

About Editing Phrases ............................................................................................................................................ 98

About Editing Regions ............................................................................................................................................ 98

7—Project and Drive Operations 99

Navigating the PROJECT Menu Screens ..................................................................................................................... 99

Working with the PROJECT LIST ......................................................................................................................... 99

About “Store Current?” Messages ...................................................................................................................... 100

Project Operations ......................................................................................................................................................... 101

About F6 (MARK) .................................................................................................................................................. 101

SELECT .................................................................................................................................................................... 101

NEW ......................................................................................................................................................................... 102

NAME ...................................................................................................................................................................... 103

PROTECT ................................................................................................................................................................ 104

OPTIMIZE ............................................................................................................................................................... 105

Destination Drive Selection .................................................................................................................................. 105

COPY ....................................................................................................................................................................... 106

ERASE ...................................................................................................................................................................... 107

SPLIT ........................................................................................................................................................................ 107

COMBINE ............................................................................................................................................................... 109

BACKUP ................................................................................................................................................................. 110

RECOVER ............................................................................................................................................................... 111

IMPORT .................................................................................................................................................................. 112

EXPORT ................................................................................................................................................................... 113

Drive Operations ........................................................................................................................................................... 115

Disk Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................. 115

Fragmentation ........................................................................................................................................................ 115

Format Drive .......................................................................................................................................................... 117

Clear Partition ........................................................................................................................................................ 119

Drive Check ............................................................................................................................................................ 120

8—The Home Screen 123

Elements of the Home Screen ...................................................................................................................................... 123

Display Pop-Up Menu Button ............................................................................................................................. 123

Current Channel Display ...................................................................................................................................... 124

PAN Knobs ............................................................................................................................................................. 124

Meters Display ....................................................................................................................................................... 124

Position Bar ............................................................................................................................................................. 126

The Playlist ............................................................................................................................................................. 126

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Meter Switches ........................................................................................................................................................ 128

Input Peak Indicators ............................................................................................................................................. 130

Current Time Location Display ............................................................................................................................ 130

Clock, Calendar ...................................................................................................................................................... 131

Using the Fader/Pan Display ...................................................................................................................................... 131

The F/P Switches ................................................................................................................................................... 131

About The ID Buttons ................................................................................................................................................... 132

9—Working with Input Signals 133

Analog Input Signals .................................................................................................................................................... 133

Making Analog Connections ................................................................................................................................ 133

Phantom Power ............................................................................................................................................................. 134

Setting Analog Input Levels ................................................................................................................................. 134

Digital Input Signals ..................................................................................................................................................... 135

Digital Connections ................................................................................................................................................ 135

Digital Considerations ........................................................................................................................................... 135

The Master Clock .................................................................................................................................................... 135

Recording Digital Input Signals ........................................................................................................................... 137

10—Using the Digital Mixer 139

Channel Selection .......................................................................................................................................................... 139

Selecting an Input Channel for Editing ............................................................................................................... 139

Selecting a Track Channel for Editing ................................................................................................................. 139

Selecting an FX Return Channel for Editing ...................................................................................................... 140

The MASTER Fader ...................................................................................................................................................... 140

Muting and Soloing Channel Signals ......................................................................................................................... 141

Mute Mode .............................................................................................................................................................. 141

Solo Mode ................................................................................................................................................................ 142

Scenes .............................................................................................................................................................................. 142

Basic Scene Operations .......................................................................................................................................... 143

Editing Scenes ......................................................................................................................................................... 144

Scenes in Safe Mode ............................................................................................................................................... 145

Resetting Mixer Parameters ......................................................................................................................................... 146

11—Input and Track Channel Tools 147

Viewing a CH EDIT Screen .......................................................................................................................................... 147

Introduction to the CH EDIT Screens ......................................................................................................................... 148

How the CH EDIT Screens Are Organized ........................................................................................................ 148

The CH EDIT Screens ................................................................................................................................................... 149

The CH EDIT VIEW Screen .................................................................................................................................. 149

The DYN Screen ..................................................................................................................................................... 156

The EQ Screen ......................................................................................................................................................... 160

The FX Ins Screen ................................................................................................................................................... 163

The RSSPan Screen ................................................................................................................................................. 163

The CH EDIT ASSIGN Screen .............................................................................................................................. 164

Parameter View ...................................................................................................................................................... 164

Assorted CH EDIT Tools .............................................................................................................................................. 166

The CH EDIT VIEW CpyPRM Button ................................................................................................................. 166

The DYN and EQ Screen RESET Buttons ........................................................................................................... 166

The FADER Button ................................................................................................................................................ 166

CH PARAMETERS Controls ....................................................................................................................................... 167

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12—Working with Input Channels 169

Introduction to Input Channel Routing ............................................................................................................. 169

Routing Linked Stereo Input Channels .............................................................................................................. 169

Routing an Input Channel Signal to a Track ............................................................................................................. 170

Quick-Routing Input Channels to Tracks .......................................................................................................... 170

Input Signal Routing on the EZ ROUTING VIEW Screen ............................................................................... 172

Input Channel Signals and the Main Mix .................................................................................................................. 172

Removing Input Channel Signals from the Main Mix ..................................................................................... 172

Adding an Input Channel’s Signal to the Main Mix ........................................................................................ 173

Routing an Input Channel Signal to a Direct Path ................................................................................................... 173

13—Operating the Hard Disk Recorder 175

The Transport Buttons .................................................................................................................................................. 175

The Main Transport Buttons ................................................................................................................................ 175

Special Transport Buttons ..................................................................................................................................... 175

The TRACK/STATUS Buttons ................................................................................................................................... 176

How the TRACK/STATUS Buttons Work ......................................................................................................... 176

Recording ....................................................................................................................................................................... 176

Before Recording a Track ...................................................................................................................................... 176

Recording a New Track ........................................................................................................................................ 177

Playback ......................................................................................................................................................................... 177

Basic Playback Procedure ..................................................................................................................................... 177

Moving Through a Project .................................................................................................................................... 178

Using Jump ............................................................................................................................................................. 178

Looped Playback .................................................................................................................................................... 178

Preview .................................................................................................................................................................... 180

Scrub ........................................................................................................................................................................ 181

Locators .......................................................................................................................................................................... 182

Basic Locator Operations ...................................................................................................................................... 182

Other Locator Operations ..................................................................................................................................... 184

Remaining In Locator Mode ................................................................................................................................. 184

Locators in Safe Mode ........................................................................................................................................... 184

Markers ........................................................................................................................................................................... 186

Placing a Marker .................................................................................................................................................... 186

Moving the Now Line to a Marker ...................................................................................................................... 187

Clearing Markers ................................................................................................................................................... 187

Editing Markers ..................................................................................................................................................... 188

Punching ......................................................................................................................................................................... 188

Monitoring During Punching .............................................................................................................................. 189

Before You Punch .................................................................................................................................................. 189

Punching In and Out Manually ........................................................................................................................... 189

Auto-Punching ....................................................................................................................................................... 190

14—Working with Track Channels 193

Bouncing ......................................................................................................................................................................... 193

The Mechanics of Bouncing ................................................................................................................................. 194

Mono and Stereo Bouncing .................................................................................................................................. 194

First Things ............................................................................................................................................................. 194

Link the Destination Tracks For a Stereo Bounce ............................................................................................. 195

Routing Tracks for a Bounce ................................................................................................................................ 195

Listening as You Bounce ....................................................................................................................................... 198

Mixing the Bounce ................................................................................................................................................. 198

Performing the Bounce ......................................................................................................................................... 199

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Sending a Track Channel’s Signal to a Direct Path .................................................................................................. 200

Routing a Track to a Direct Path .......................................................................................................................... 200

Mixing ............................................................................................................................................................................. 200

The Mechanics of Mixing ...................................................................................................................................... 200

15—FX and Aux Busses and Direct Paths 203

Aux and FX Busses ........................................................................................................................................................ 203

FX and Aux Bus Overview ................................................................................................................................... 203

When Would You Use an FX Bus? ...................................................................................................................... 204

When Would You Use an Aux Bus? .................................................................................................................... 204

Sending a Signal to an FX or Aux Bus ................................................................................................................. 204

Stereo FX and Aux Busses ..................................................................................................................................... 204

FX and Aux Bus Levels .......................................................................................................................................... 205

Configuring an FX or Aux Bus ............................................................................................................................. 206

Creating a Headphone Mix Using an Aux Bus .................................................................................................. 207

Direct Paths .................................................................................................................................................................... 207

When Would You Use a Direct Path? ................................................................................................................. 208

Sending a Signal to a Direct Path ......................................................................................................................... 208

Direct Path Levels .................................................................................................................................................. 208

Configuring a Direct Path ..................................................................................................................................... 209

16—Using Effects 211

Using Loop Effects ........................................................................................................................................................ 211

Setting Up an Internal Loop Effect ...................................................................................................................... 211

Setting Up an External Loop Effect ..................................................................................................................... 213

Inserting an Effect .......................................................................................................................................................... 214

About Insert Effects ................................................................................................................................................ 214

Input and Track Channel Insert Effects .............................................................................................................. 214

MASTER Bus Insert Effects ................................................................................................................................... 217

Selecting, Editing and Saving Effect Patches ............................................................................................................. 218

The EFFECT VIEW Screen .................................................................................................................................... 218

The Algorithm View Screen .................................................................................................................................. 219

Selecting Effect Patches ......................................................................................................................................... 219

Editing Effect Patches ............................................................................................................................................ 221

Saving Effect Patches ............................................................................................................................................. 223

Speaker Modeling .......................................................................................................................................................... 224

Using Speaker Modeling ....................................................................................................................................... 224

Microphone Modeling .................................................................................................................................................. 224

RSS PAN ......................................................................................................................................................................... 225

17—Working with FX Return Channels 227

FX Return CH EDIT Tools ............................................................................................................................................ 227

The Main FX Return CH EDIT Screen ................................................................................................................. 228

The FX Return Parameter View Screen ............................................................................................................... 231

Routing Effects to Tracks .............................................................................................................................................. 232

Quick Routing an FX Return Channel ................................................................................................................ 232

FX Return Routing on the EZ Routing VIEW Screen ........................................................................................ 233

Adding Effects to a Headphone Mix .......................................................................................................................... 234

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18—Editing Tracks 235

Editing Concepts and Overview ................................................................................................................................. 235

Phrases and Regions .............................................................................................................................................. 235

Edit Points ............................................................................................................................................................... 236

Using the IN, OUT, FROM and TO Buttons ...................................................................................................... 237

Performing Edits ........................................................................................................................................................... 238

The Appearance of Selected Tracks, Phrases and Regions .............................................................................. 238

Where Editing Takes Place ................................................................................................................................... 239

Selecting Phrase or Region Editing ..................................................................................................................... 240

Editing Methods ..................................................................................................................................................... 241

Edit Messages ......................................................................................................................................................... 241

Editing with an Optional Mouse ......................................................................................................................... 242

Editing from the TRACK Menu ........................................................................................................................... 249

19—Phrase Editing Operations 255

COPY .............................................................................................................................................................................. 255

MOVE ............................................................................................................................................................................. 257

TRIM IN .......................................................................................................................................................................... 257

TRIM OUT ...................................................................................................................................................................... 258

DELETE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 258

SPLIT ............................................................................................................................................................................... 258

NEW ................................................................................................................................................................................ 259

NORMALIZE ................................................................................................................................................................. 260

DIVIDE ........................................................................................................................................................................... 260

NAME ............................................................................................................................................................................. 261

Take Mngr ...................................................................................................................................................................... 262

20—Region Editing Operations 263

COPY .............................................................................................................................................................................. 263

MOVE ............................................................................................................................................................................. 265

INSERT ........................................................................................................................................................................... 265

CUT ................................................................................................................................................................................. 266

ERASE ............................................................................................................................................................................. 267

COMP/EXP. .................................................................................................................................................................. 267

IMPORT .......................................................................................................................................................................... 269

EXCHANGE .................................................................................................................................................................. 270

ARRANGE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 270

NAME ............................................................................................................................................................................. 272

21—Working with the VS-2000 Outputs 273

The VS-2000 Outputs .................................................................................................................................................... 273

Output Pairs ........................................................................................................................................................... 273

Analog Output Jacks ............................................................................................................................................. 273

Digital Output Connectors ................................................................................................................................... 273

Output Signal Routing ................................................................................................................................................. 274

Bus Routing ............................................................................................................................................................ 274

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22—EZ Routing 277

The EZ ROUTING Screens ........................................................................................................................................... 277

Navigating the EZ ROUTING Screens ................................................................................................................ 277

EZ ROUTING VIEW Screen ................................................................................................................................. 278

The EZ ROUTING OUTPUT ASSIGN Screen ................................................................................................... 278

The EZ ROUTING LOOP EFFECT ASSIGN Screen ......................................................................................... 279

EZ Routing Tools ........................................................................................................................................................... 280

Saving and Loading EZ Routing Templates ............................................................................................................. 280

Saving an EZ Routing Template .......................................................................................................................... 281

Loading an EZ Routing Template ........................................................................................................................ 282

23—MIDI and Synchronization 283

MIDI Operations ............................................................................................................................................................ 283

VS-2000 MIDI Basics .............................................................................................................................................. 283

Remote MIDI Control of the VS-2000 .................................................................................................................. 285

Remote MIDI Storage of VS-2000 Settings ......................................................................................................... 287

MIDI Metronome ................................................................................................................................................... 289

Synchronization ............................................................................................................................................................. 291

Why Sync the VS-2000? ......................................................................................................................................... 291

Basic Synchronization Concepts .......................................................................................................................... 291

Working with a Sync Track .................................................................................................................................. 295

Working with a Tempo Map ................................................................................................................................ 296

Syncing an External Device to the VS-2000 ........................................................................................................ 298

Syncing the VS-2000 to an External Device ........................................................................................................ 299

Synchronizing the VS-2000 and Video Equipment ........................................................................................... 301

Exchanging Digital Audio Data During Synchronization ............................................................................... 304

24—Using the Rhythm Track 305

Rhythm Track Basics ..................................................................................................................................................... 305

About Track 17/18 ................................................................................................................................................. 305

About Rhythm Track Sounds and Drum Kits ................................................................................................... 305

About Rhythm Patterns ......................................................................................................................................... 306

About Rhythm Arranges ....................................................................................................................................... 306

The Rhythm Track and the Tempo Map ............................................................................................................. 306

Playing a Rhythm Track ............................................................................................................................................... 307

The Rhythm Track Metronome ............................................................................................................................ 308

Selecting, Editing and Creating a Rhythm Arrange ................................................................................................. 309

Selecting a Rhythm Arrange ................................................................................................................................. 309

Creating or Editing a Rhythm Arrange .............................................................................................................. 309

Rhythm Arrange Tools .......................................................................................................................................... 310

Saving a Rhythm Arrange ..................................................................................................................................... 311

Rhythm Arrange Copying .................................................................................................................................... 312

Deleting a Rhythm Arrange ................................................................................................................................. 313

Working with Rhythm Patterns .................................................................................................................................. 313

About the RHYTHM PATTERN SETUP Screen ................................................................................................ 313

Copying a Pattern .................................................................................................................................................. 315

Creating or Editing a Rhythm Pattern ................................................................................................................ 315

Saving a Rhythm Pattern ...................................................................................................................................... 319

Rhythm Pattern Micro Editing ............................................................................................................................. 319

Deleting a Pattern ................................................................................................................................................... 320

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The Rhythm Track and MIDI ...................................................................................................................................... 321

Playing External Rhythm Track Sounds ............................................................................................................ 321

Entering Rhythm Pattern Notes Via MIDI ......................................................................................................... 321

Muting the Rhythm Track ........................................................................................................................................... 322

Rhythm Track Backup and Recovery ......................................................................................................................... 322

Turning Off the Rhythm Track ................................................................................................................................... 323

25—Harmony 325

Harmony Basics ............................................................................................................................................................. 325

The Harmony Source ............................................................................................................................................ 325

The Harmony Module ........................................................................................................................................... 325

Harmonization ....................................................................................................................................................... 326

The Harmony Sequencer ...................................................................................................................................... 326

Harmony and Effects ............................................................................................................................................. 326

Starting Harmony ......................................................................................................................................................... 327

HARMONY ASSIGN Screen ................................................................................................................................ 327

HARMONY ALGORITHM Screen ..................................................................................................................... 328

Harmony Patch Loading .............................................................................................................................................. 329

Customizing the Harmony Module ........................................................................................................................... 329

Harmony Patch Storage ............................................................................................................................................... 331

Entering Harmony Notes ............................................................................................................................................. 331

Single Note and Chord Entry ............................................................................................................................... 331

Using the TRACK/STATUS Buttons .................................................................................................................. 332

The TRACK/STATUS Buttons in Chrd Mode .................................................................................................. 333

The TRACK/STATUS Buttons in Chrd Mode, con’t. ....................................................................................... 334

The TRACK/STATUS Buttons in Chrd Mode, con’t. ....................................................................................... 335

Using a MIDI Controller ....................................................................................................................................... 336

Part(y) of the First Part .......................................................................................................................................... 336

Moving In and Out of Harmony Mode ..................................................................................................................... 336

Recording in the Harmony Sequencer ....................................................................................................................... 337

Sequencing Harmonies in Realtime .................................................................................................................... 337

Sequencing Harmonies in Step Time .................................................................................................................. 338

Editing a Harmony Sequence .............................................................................................................................. 339

Harmony Snapshots ..................................................................................................................................................... 339

Recording Harmonies on Hard Disk Recorder Tracks ............................................................................................ 340

Turning the Harmony Feature Off ............................................................................................................................. 340

26—Automix 341

The Benefits of Automix .............................................................................................................................................. 341

How Automix Works ................................................................................................................................................... 341

The AUTOMIX Screen .......................................................................................................................................... 342

Activating Automix Mode .................................................................................................................................... 344

Recording Automix Data ............................................................................................................................................. 344

Realtime Automix Recording ............................................................................................................................... 345

Realtime Punching of Automix Data .................................................................................................................. 345

Snapshot Recording of Parameter Values .......................................................................................................... 346

Playing Back Automix Data ........................................................................................................................................ 346

Editing Automix Data .................................................................................................................................................. 347

Automix Editing Concepts ................................................................................................................................... 347

Automix Editing Methods .................................................................................................................................... 348

Automix Editing Operations ................................................................................................................................ 349

Micro-Editing Automix Data ............................................................................................................................... 353

Automix and V-Link ..................................................................................................................................................... 354

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27—Mastering and CD-R/RW Operations 355

Mastering ........................................................................................................................................................................ 355

Mixing for Mastering ............................................................................................................................................. 355

Important Mastering Concepts ............................................................................................................................ 355

Working in the VS-2000 Mastering Room .......................................................................................................... 359

Editing Mastering Tracks ...................................................................................................................................... 362

Placing CD Track Markers .................................................................................................................................... 362

CD-R/RW Operations .................................................................................................................................................. 364

Creating an Audio CD ........................................................................................................................................... 364

Erasing a CD-RW Disk .......................................................................................................................................... 368

If You Encounter Error Messages During CD Burning .................................................................................... 368

The CD Player Feature .......................................................................................................................................... 368

WAV File Importing .............................................................................................................................................. 369

Exporting Tracks and Phrases as WAV Files ..................................................................................................... 372

CD Capture ............................................................................................................................................................. 374

Installing VS8F-3 Plug-Ins ..................................................................................................................................... 376

Removing VS8F-3 Plug-Ins ................................................................................................................................... 376

Backing Up VS8F-3 Plug-Ins ................................................................................................................................. 376

28—Utility Menu Parameters 377

The Main UTILITY Menu Screen ................................................................................................................................ 377

SYSTEM .......................................................................................................................................................................... 378

OPERATION DISPLAY ........................................................................................................................................ 380

VGA .......................................................................................................................................................................... 381

PS/2 MOUSE, PS/2 KEYBOARD ........................................................................................................................ 381

Digital .............................................................................................................................................................................. 382

Display ............................................................................................................................................................................ 382

PLAYREC ....................................................................................................................................................................... 383

MIDI ................................................................................................................................................................................ 384

SYNC ............................................................................................................................................................................... 384

AUTO PUNCH/LOOP ................................................................................................................................................. 384

MARKER ........................................................................................................................................................................ 384

LOCATE ......................................................................................................................................................................... 385

SCENE ............................................................................................................................................................................. 385

AUTOMIX ...................................................................................................................................................................... 385

DATE/TIME .................................................................................................................................................................. 385

Parameter Initialization ................................................................................................................................................ 385

Resetting Mixer and UTILITY Parameters ......................................................................................................... 385

RSS PAN SETUP ............................................................................................................................................................ 386

V-LINK ............................................................................................................................................................................ 386

29—Expanding the VS-2000 389

Installing a VS8F-2/VS8F-3 Effect Expansion Board ............................................................................................... 389

Installation de la carte d’extension d’effets (French language for Canadian Safety Standard) ......................... 392

Replacing the VS-2000’s Battery .................................................................................................................................. 395

Remplacement de la pile du VS-2000.fs (French language for Canadian Safety Standard) ............................... 397

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Supplemental Information 399

SHIFT Operations ......................................................................................................................................................... 399

Factory EZ Routing Templates ................................................................................................................................... 400

Recording Template .............................................................................................................................................. 400

Bouncing Template ................................................................................................................................................ 401

Mixdown Template ............................................................................................................................................... 402

Mastering Template ............................................................................................................................................... 403

VS-2000 Tick Resolution Table .................................................................................................................................... 404

MIDI Channels and Control Change Maps .............................................................................................................. 405

Automix Parameter List ............................................................................................................................................... 408

V-Studio Song/VS-2000 Project Compatibility ........................................................................................................ 410

Recording Mode Tables ........................................................................................................................................ 410

Parameter Translations ......................................................................................................................................... 410

Glossary 413

Index 421

Information 442

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Auto Punch

Clearing Auto Punch Points ..................................................................................................................................190

Editing Auto Punch IN and OUT Points Manually ...........................................................................................191

Performing an Auto Punch ...................................................................................................................................192

Setting Auto Punch Points Using Locators .........................................................................................................191

Setting Auto Punch Points Using Markers .........................................................................................................191

Setting Auto Punch Points When a Project Isn’t Playing ..................................................................................190

Setting Auto Punch Points While a Project Is Playing ......................................................................................190

Automix

Activating Automix Mode .....................................................................................................................................344

Creating a New Automix Event ...........................................................................................................................353

Deleting an Automix Event ...................................................................................................................................353

Micro-Editing Automix Data ................................................................................................................................353

Navigating to the Automix Screen .......................................................................................................................342

Playing Back Automix Data ..................................................................................................................................346

Recording a Realtime Automix .............................................................................................................................345

Taking a Snapshot ...................................................................................................................................................346

Targeting Automix Data ........................................................................................................................................347

The AUTOMIX EDIT Screen .................................................................................................................................347

Undoing a Micro-Edit ............................................................................................................................................353

Aux Busses

Adjusting an FX or Aux Bus’s Master Level .......................................................................................................205

Configuring an FX or Aux Bus from a CH EDIT VIEW Screen .......................................................................206

Configuring an FX or Aux Bus from the MASTER EDIT Screen .....................................................................206

Metering FX and Aux Bus and Direct Path Levels ............................................................................................205

Sending a Signal to an FX or Aux Bus .................................................................................................................204

Setting Up a Headphone Mix ................................................................................................................................207

CD-R/RW Operations

Burning an Audio CD ............................................................................................................................................366

Erasing a CD-RW Disk ...........................................................................................................................................368

Importing a WAV File ............................................................................................................................................371

Making Sure You Have Enough Space ................................................................................................................365

Playing an Audio CD .............................................................................................................................................369

CH EDIT Parameters

Changing CH EDIT Screens ..................................................................................................................................147

Displaying an FX Return Channel’s CH EDIT Screen .......................................................................................227

Displaying an Input Channel’s CH EDIT Screen ...............................................................................................147

CH EDIT parameters

Displaying a Track Channel’s CH EDIT Screen .................................................................................................147

Changing Your Current Location in a Project .................................................................................................131

Channels

Selecting a Track Channel for Editing .................................................................................................................139

Selecting an FX Return Channel for Editing .......................................................................................................140

Selecting an Input Channel for Editing ...............................................................................................................139

To Reset a Channel’s Fader and Pan ....................................................................................................................140

Designating the Master Clock for Digital Audio Input .................................................................................136

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Direct Paths

Configuring a Direct path ..................................................................................................................................... 209

External Insert-Like Effects ................................................................................................................................... 208

Metering FX and Aux Bus and Direct Path Levels ............................................................................................ 205

Sending a Signal to a Direct Path ......................................................................................................................... 208

Drives

Clearing a Drive/Partition .................................................................................................................................... 119

Formatting a Hard Drive ...................................................................................................................................... 117

Running Drive Check ............................................................................................................................................ 121

Selecting a New Destination Drive ...................................................................................................................... 106

Selecting an Item in the Project List ..................................................................................................................... 100

To Display the Projects on a Drive ...................................................................................................................... 100

EZ Routing

Initializing and Clearing Routings ...................................................................................................................... 280

Loading an EZ Routing Template ........................................................................................................................ 282

Making Connections on the EZ ROUTING OUTPUT ASSIGN Screen ......................................................... 279

Making Connections on the EZ ROUTING VIEW Screen ............................................................................... 278

Saving an EZ Routing Template .......................................................................................................................... 281

Editing Tracks

Configuring the Behavior of the IN, OUT, FROM and TO Buttons ............................................................... 238

Copying Data by Dragging with Your Mouse ................................................................................................... 246

Moving Data by Dragging with Your Mouse .................................................................................................... 246

Performing an Edit Operation From the Edit Pop-Up Menu .......................................................................... 248

Performing an Edit Operation from the TRACK Menu ................................................................................... 250

Placing Edit Points Using the IN, OUT, FROM and TO Buttons .................................................................... 237

Placing Edit Points on a TRACK Menu Operation Screen ............................................................................... 250

Placing Edit Points with Your Mouse ................................................................................................................. 243

Quick-Selecting from the TRACK Menu ............................................................................................................ 251

Selecting Destination V-Tracks with Your Mouse ............................................................................................ 244

Selecting Phrase or Region Editing ...................................................................................................................... 240

Selecting Phrases By Clicking or Dragging Your Mouse ................................................................................. 244

Selecting Phrases from the SELECT PHRASE Pop-Up Menu ......................................................................... 244

Selecting Regions From the SELECT TRACK Pop-Up Menu .......................................................................... 245

Selecting Regions by Dragging Your Mouse ...................................................................................................... 245

Selecting a Track with Your Mouse ..................................................................................................................... 243

Selection Using the TRACK Menu’s Onscreen Selection Tools ...................................................................... 252

Snapping to Grid .................................................................................................................................................... 247

Trimming Phrases by Dragging Your Mouse .................................................................................................... 246

Effects

Adding Effects to a Headphone Mix ................................................................................................................... 234

Editing an Effect Patch .......................................................................................................................................... 222

External Insert-Like Effects ................................................................................................................................... 208

Inserting Effects on an Input or Track Channel ................................................................................................. 215

Inserting Effects on the MASTER Bus ................................................................................................................. 217

Routing Effects to Tracks ...................................................................................................................................... 232

Saving an Effect Patch ........................................................................................................................................... 223

Selecting an Effect Patch ........................................................................................................................................ 221

Setting Up an External Loop Effect ..................................................................................................................... 213

Setting Up an Internal Loop Effect ...................................................................................................................... 211

Using Microphone Modeling ............................................................................................................................... 224

Using Speaker Modeling ....................................................................................................................................... 224

Exporting Tracks as WAV Files ........................................................................................................................... 372

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Exporting WAV Files

Burning Exported WAV Files to CD ....................................................................................................................374

Exporting Phrases as WAV Files ..........................................................................................................................373

Exporting Tracks as WAV Files ............................................................................................................................372

Exporting a VS-2000 Project ...............................................................................................................................114

FX Busses

Adjusting and FX or Aux Bus’s Master Level ....................................................................................................205

Configuring an FX or Aux Bus from a CH EDIT VIEW Screen .......................................................................206

Configuring an FX or Aux Bus from the MASTER EDIT Screen .....................................................................206

Metering FX and Aux Bus and Direct Path Levels ............................................................................................205

Sending a Signal to an FX or Aux Bus .................................................................................................................204

Fader Groups

Assigning Channels to a Fader Group on the LCD ...........................................................................................153

Finding Events with Microscopic Precision Using Scrub ...........................................................................181

Harmony

Capturing a Harmony Snapshot ...........................................................................................................................340

Displaying the HARMONY ASSIGN Screen ......................................................................................................327

Displaying the Harmony Module Parameters ...................................................................................................329

Editing a Harmony Sequence ...............................................................................................................................339

Enabling MIDI Control ..........................................................................................................................................329

Loading Harmony Patches ....................................................................................................................................329

Saving Harmony Patches .......................................................................................................................................331

Selecting Pre or Post Harmonies ..........................................................................................................................328

Selecting the Harmony Source and Processors ..................................................................................................328

Sequencing Harmonies in Realtime .....................................................................................................................337

Sequencing Harmonies in Step Time ...................................................................................................................338

Turning on the Harmony Sequencer ...................................................................................................................329

Using a MIDI Controller ........................................................................................................................................336

Using the TRACK/STATUS Buttons ...................................................................................................................332

Headphone Mix Setup ..............................................................................................................................................207

Importing

Recovering Backup Data ........................................................................................................................................111

Importing a Song from an Earlier V-Studio .....................................................................................................112

Importing a WAV File ...............................................................................................................................................371

Input Channel Signals

Removing Input Signals from the Main Mix ......................................................................................................173

Routing an Input Signal to Direct Bus .................................................................................................................173

Routing to Tracks ....................................................................................................................................................172

Sending an Input Channel’s Signal into the Main MIX ....................................................................................173

Installing a VS8F-2 Effect Expansion Board ...................................................................................................389

Locators

Changing Locator Banks ........................................................................................................................................183

Clearing a Locator ...................................................................................................................................................183

Clearing a Locator in Safe Mode ..........................................................................................................................185

Editing Locators ......................................................................................................................................................184

Recalling a Locator .................................................................................................................................................183

Recalling a Locator in Safe Mode .........................................................................................................................185

Remaining in Locator Mode ..................................................................................................................................184

Storing a Locator .....................................................................................................................................................183

Storing a Locator in Safe Mode .............................................................................................................................185

Turning on Locator Safe Mode .............................................................................................................................185

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Looping

Activating Looped Playback ................................................................................................................................ 180

Clearing Loop Points ............................................................................................................................................. 179

Editing Loop FROM and TO Points Manually .................................................................................................. 179

Setting Loop Points Using Locators .................................................................................................................... 179

Setting Loop Points Using Markers ..................................................................................................................... 179

Setting Loop Points When a Project Isn’t Playing ............................................................................................. 178

Setting Loop Points While a Project Is Playing .................................................................................................. 178

MIDI

Changing Effect Patches via MIDI ....................................................................................................................... 286

Changing Scenes via MIDI .................................................................................................................................... 286

Receiving SysEx Bulk Dump Data ....................................................................................................................... 289

Remote Control of the VS-2000 with Control Change Messages .................................................................... 286

Remote Control of the VS-2000 with SysEx Messages ...................................................................................... 285

Sending SysEx Bulk Dump Data .......................................................................................................................... 288

Setting Up a MIDI Metronome ............................................................................................................................. 289

Markers

Clearing Markers .................................................................................................................................................... 187

Editing Markers ...................................................................................................................................................... 188

Moving the Now Line to a Marker ...................................................................................................................... 187

Placing a Marker ..................................................................................................................................................... 186

Mastering

Building Mastering Tracks Selection-by-Selection ............................................................................................ 360

Editing Mastering Tracks ...................................................................................................................................... 362

Navigating to the Mastering Room ..................................................................................................................... 359

Placing CD Track Markers .................................................................................................................................... 364

Recording Mastering Tracks ................................................................................................................................. 362

Selecting the Mastering Room Operating Mode ............................................................................................... 359

Selecting the Mastering Tracks’ Recording Mode ............................................................................................. 359

Selecting the Mastering V-Tracks ........................................................................................................................ 360

Turning On the Mastering Room ......................................................................................................................... 359

Using the Mastering Tool Kit ............................................................................................................................... 361

Metronome

Setting Up a MIDI Metronome ............................................................................................................................. 289

Monitoring the Recording Busses Directly ..................................................................................................... 275

Moving Through a Project ..................................................................................................................................... 178

Muting Channels in Mute Mode ........................................................................................................................... 141

Naming

Entering a New Name Using the VS-2000 Controls ........................................................................................... 74

Entering a New Name from a Keyboard .............................................................................................................. 74

Outputs

Routing a Pair of Busses to a Pair of Outputs .................................................................................................... 274

Routing a Pair of Busses to the Stereo MONITOR Bus .................................................................................... 275

Pinpointing an Event with the PREVIEW Buttons ........................................................................................ 180

Playing Back Recorded Tracks ............................................................................................................................ 177

Playing the Factory Demos ...................................................................................................................................... 76

Power

Powering Up ............................................................................................................................................................. 65

Turning Off the VS-2000 .......................................................................................................................................... 85

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Projects

Backing Up a Project ...............................................................................................................................................110

Combining Two Projects ........................................................................................................................................109

Copying a Project ....................................................................................................................................................106

Creating a New Project ..........................................................................................................................................103

Entering a Project Comment .................................................................................................................................104

Erasing a Project ......................................................................................................................................................107

Exporting a VS-2000 Project ..................................................................................................................................114

Importing a Song from an Earlier V-Studio ........................................................................................................112

Loading a Project ....................................................................................................................................................101

Locking and Un-Locking a Project on Your Hard Drive ..................................................................................104

Marking a Project ....................................................................................................................................................101

Optimizing a Project ...............................................................................................................................................105

Re-Naming a Project ...............................................................................................................................................104

Recovering Backup Data ........................................................................................................................................111

Selecting a New Destination Drive ......................................................................................................................106

Selecting an Item in the Project List .....................................................................................................................100

Splitting a Project ....................................................................................................................................................108

To Display the Projects on a Drive .......................................................................................................................100

Quick Routing

An Input Signal to a Track .....................................................................................................................................171

Recording Digital Input Signals ............................................................................................................................137

Recording a New Track ...........................................................................................................................................177

Replacing the VS-2400CD’s Battery .................................................................................................................395

Resetting Mixer and UTILITY Parameters ......................................................................................................385

Rhythm Track

Adding a Pattern to a Rhythm Arrange ..............................................................................................................310

Backing Up Your Rhythm Track Work ...............................................................................................................322

Backing Up a User Rhythm Arrange or Rhythm Pattern .................................................................................322

Copying a Pattern ...................................................................................................................................................315

Copying a Rhythm Arrange ..................................................................................................................................312

Creating a Pattern in Step Time ............................................................................................................................317

Deleting a Pattern ...................................................................................................................................................320

Entering Rhythm Pattern Notes Via MIDI ..........................................................................................................321

Micro-Editing a Rhythm Pattern ..........................................................................................................................319

Muting the Rhythm Track .....................................................................................................................................322

Playing External Rhythm Track Sounds .............................................................................................................321

Playing a Rhythm Track ........................................................................................................................................307

Quick-Entering Rhythm Arrange Patterns .........................................................................................................310

Recording a Rhythm Pattern in Realtime ............................................................................................................315

Recovering a User Rhythm Arrange or Rhythm Pattern ..................................................................................322

Removing a Pattern from a Rhythm Arrange ....................................................................................................310

Saving a Rhythm Arrange .....................................................................................................................................311

Selecting a Rhythm Arrange .................................................................................................................................309

Turning Off the Rhythm Track .............................................................................................................................323

Working on the RHYTHM PATTERN SETUP Screen ......................................................................................314

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Routing

Effects to Tracks with EZ Routing ....................................................................................................................... 233

Effects to Tracks with Quick Routing .................................................................................................................. 232

Input Channel Signals to Tracks with EZ Routing ............................................................................................ 172

Input Channel Signals to Tracks with Quick Routing ...................................................................................... 171

Tracks to Track with EZ Routing ......................................................................................................................... 196

Tracks to Track with Quick Routing ................................................................................................................... 195

Scenes

Changing Scene Banks ........................................................................................................................................... 143

Clearing a Scene ..................................................................................................................................................... 143

Clearing a Scene in Safe Mode ............................................................................................................................. 146

Editing Scenes ......................................................................................................................................................... 144

Leaving Scene Mode .............................................................................................................................................. 143

Protecting a Channel’s Settings When a Scene is Recalled .............................................................................. 145

Recalling a Scene .................................................................................................................................................... 143

Recalling a Scene in Safe Mode ............................................................................................................................ 145

Storing a Scene ........................................................................................................................................................ 143

Storing a Scene in Safe Mode ................................................................................................................................ 146

Turning on Scene Safe Mode ................................................................................................................................ 145

Setting Up

Roland DS-Series Digital Monitors ........................................................................................................................ 75

The VS-2000’s Clock ................................................................................................................................................. 67

VGA Monitor, Mouse and Keyboard .................................................................................................................... 66

Setting the Project Recording Mode ................................................................................................................. 102

Soloing Channels in Solo Mode ........................................................................................................................... 142

Synchronization

Converting a Sync Track to a Tempo Map ......................................................................................................... 298

Creating a Sync Track Automatically .................................................................................................................. 295

Creating a Tempo Map from Markers ................................................................................................................ 298

Exchanging Digital Audio Data During Synchronization ............................................................................... 304

Generating a Sync Track from Markers .............................................................................................................. 295

Recording a Sync Track from an External Device ............................................................................................. 295

Setting Up the VS-2000 as a Sync Slave .............................................................................................................. 299

Setting Up the VS-2000 as the Sync Master ........................................................................................................ 299

Shaping a Tempo Map By Hand .......................................................................................................................... 297

Shifting the Project Start Time .............................................................................................................................. 300

Starting Synchronized Playback with the VS-2000 as Master ......................................................................... 299

Starting Synchronized Playback with the VS-2000 as Slave ............................................................................ 300

Synchronizing the VS-2000 and Video Equipment ..................................................................................... 301

To Set an Analog Input Level ............................................................................................................................... 134

Track Editing

Selecting Phrases from the SELECT PHRASE Pop-Up Menu ......................................................................... 244

Selecting Regions From the SELECT TRACK Pop-Up Menu .......................................................................... 245

Tuning an An Instrument with the VS-2000 Tuner ...................................................................................... 79

Tuning to Recorded Tracks ..................................................................................................................................... 80

Tuning to a Non-Standard Pitch ............................................................................................................................. 80

Turning Fader Control On or Off ......................................................................................................................... 284

Turning Phantom Power On or Off ..................................................................................................................... 134

Undoing a Track Recording or Editing Operation ........................................................................................... 73

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Using Jump ...................................................................................................................................................................178

Using Microphone Modeling ..................................................................................................................................224

Using Speaker Modeling .........................................................................................................................................224

Using the Built-In Screen Saver ...........................................................................................................................378

Using the CH PARAMETERS Knobs ..................................................................................................................167

Using the RSS Pan Feature ...................................................................................................................................225

V-LINK

Connecting the VS-2000 and the DV-7PR ...........................................................................................................302

Switching V-LINK Mode Off ................................................................................................................................302

Switching V-LINK Mode On .................................................................................................................................301

Viewing a CH EDIT Screen ....................................................................................................................................147

Zooming In and Out on the Playlist .....................................................................................................................127

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1—Welcome

Congratulations on the purchase of your Roland VS-2000 Digital Studio Workstation. The VS-2000 will allow you to take your music—or any other kind of sound—from the ﬁrst spark of inspiration to completed recording.

Although the VS-2000 is simple to operate, the sheer number of tools it provides do require some introduction and explanation. That’s what the for. Of course, what you do with these tools is up to you and your imagination.

If you’ve purchased a VS8F-2 Effect Expansion Board or a VS8F-3 Plug-In Effect Expansion Board for your VS-2000, refer to Chapter 29, beginning on Page 389, for installation instructions. To learn how to install a VS20-VGA VGA/Mouse Expansion Board for adding mouse, ASCII keyboard and VGA capabilities to your VS-2000, see the installation instructions that ship with the VS20-VGA.

Your VS-2000 is an extremely reliable device. However, there’s no guarantee against data loss due to improper use of the VS-2000 or unforeseen events. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

About this Manual

VS-2000 Owner’s Manual

How the

The and settings. It also provides application suggestions and step-by-step procedures. To get the most from your VS-2000, we recommend reading the entire manual. The structure of the manual generally reﬂects the order in which a typical signal ﬂows through the VS-2000, with extra explanations for beginners at the front.

If you’d like to get to work immediately, you may ﬁrst want to:

•

Here’s where you’ll ﬁnd instructions that explain how to perform some basic operations:

•

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set the VS-2000’s internal clock and calendar

recording to make it easy for you to keep track of your work. See Page 67 for instructions.

connect a mouse, ASCII keyboard and VGA monitor

(sold separately), a mouse, PS/2 keyboard and VGA monitor, see Page 66 for setup information.

“Creating a New Project” “Recording a New Track” “Backing Up a Project” “Inserting Effects on an Input or Track Channel” “Setting Up an Internal Loop Effect” “Mixing”

—Page 200

explains the VS-2000 ‘s architecture, features, operations

—Page 103 —Page 177

—Page 110

—Page 211

is Organized

—The VS-2000 time-stamps each

—If you’ve purchased a VS20-VGA

—Page 215

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These procedures will get you up and running, but, of course, they’re no substitute for actually reading the manual and really learning how the VS-2000’s features work.

We highly recommend purchasing an optional VS20-VGA and connecting a VGA monitor to your VS-2000—it makes the VS-2000 even easier and more fun to use. With a VGA monitor, you can perform most VS-2000 operations onscreen using a mouse.

To make it easy for you to ﬁnd the manual’s many step-by-step procedures, we’ve assembled a “Step-By-Step Instruction Finder” that starts on Page 21. There’s also a standard Table of Contents at the front of the book and an Index in back. Additional information can be found in “Supplemental Information,” starting on Page 399.

In this manual, illustrations that show VS-2000 screens reﬂect their appearance at the time the manual was written. As the VS-2000’s software is enhanced through operating system upgrades, the appearance of the VS-2000’s screens may change.

Names

Throughout the and settings that appear in the display—are shown exactly as they appear on the VS-2000 itself. As a result, names printed on the VS-2000 are shown in capital letters. For example, the button labeled “AUTOMIX” will appear in the manual as the AUTOMIX button, or simply AUTOMIX, as in “Press AUTOMIX.” Settings on the display are shown in the same lower- and upper -case letters they use onscreen.

A few buttons serve several purposes and have multiple names. In such cases, we’ll refer to the button by the name that reﬂects its current use. If we need to refer to a button’s multiple labels all at once, we’ll show the labels with a bullet between them, as with the CH EDIT•MASTER button.

The F 1-6 buttons beneath the display can do different things at different times. We’ll show an F button’s current function in parentheses after its name, as in “F1 (INPUT).”

The four arrow keys are a special case. Sometimes, we’ll collectively refer to

, , 

“cursor,” around in the VS-2000’s display.

and  as “cursor” buttons since they allow you to move, or

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, the names of buttons, knobs, faders, jacks—

Note, Tip, Glossary and Warning Icons

Throughout the hand margins. Here’s what these symbols mean.

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, you ﬁnd the symbols shown below in the left-

Notes

provide additional information about the topic described in the main text.

Tips

offer interesting ways to use the feature under discussion. They’ll also let you know

why you should care about what’s being said.

This symbol will be of special interest to beginners, because the word—or words—to its right can be found in the glossary that starts on Page 413.

Make sure you pay attention whenever you see the important information that will help you avoid damage to your recordings, VS-2000, other equipment or even yourself.

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