Roland VS-2480DVD Manuals

1 Supplements to the manuals Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the VS-2480DVD (the model with a built-in DVD multi drive). The owner’s manual contained in this package explains the use of a CD-RW drive with the VS-2480HD and the VS-2480CD. Most operations are the same on the VS-2480DVD with a built-in DVD multi drive. Please read “CD-RW drive” in the VS-2480 manual as “DVD multi drive.” This document provides supplemental information that does not appear in the VS-2480’s manual. About DVD multi drive ................................................................................... p. 2 Recommended Discs..................................................................................... p. 2 Functions for utilizing DVD-R/RW discs ...................................................... p. 3 Writing and reading speed from/to discs..................................................... p. 3 User Interface Change ................................................................................... p. 4 Specifications................................................................................................. p. 4 Contents * Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (this Supplementary Manual p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (Owner’s Manual p. 2–3), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (Owner’s Manual p. 4–6). ■Handling of DVD multi drive ❍Please pay attention same as CD-RW drive (See “Handling CD-RW drive” on p.6 of VS-2480 Owner’s Manual). ■Handling of DVD-R/RW discs ❍Please pay attention same as CD-R/RW discs (See “Handling CD-R/RW discs” on p.6 of VS-2480 Owner’s Manual). ◆ About the version of system software ◆ The operating system of the VS-2480DVD is version 2.5 or later and is compatible with the VS8F-3 Plug-In Effect Expansion Board (sold separately). You can install and use a VS8F-3 immediately upon purchase of the VS-2480DVD. Please read the manual for information regarding the installation of the VS8F-3. Also, please read “VS-2480CD” in the owner’s manual of VS8F-3 as “VS-2480DVD.” The model with built-in DVD multi drive

Version 2.0

1 VS-2480/2480CD/2480DVD Q&A BASIC FUNCTIONS Q: What are the main differences between VS-2480/2480CD/2480DVD and VS-1880/1824? A: Main differences from VS-1880/1824 are as follows. • Accommodates 96kHz sampling rate • 24-bit linear recording • 2x R-BUS ports • Newly developed pre-amp circuit on analog input • Increased number of analog input jacks • 17 motorized faders • Mouse operation • Information display function via VGA OUT • SMPTE input • Word clock input • 3.5” hard disk drive installable with expanded partition size to 10GB • Dynamics processor (Compressor/Expander) equipped on every mixer channel • 4-band EQ • Surround panning function Q: About the Recording Mode A: • M24 (Mastering 24bit) Audio from the analog inputs that passes through the VS-2480/2480CD/2480DVD’s 24-bit A/D converter, and audio data from the 24-bit digital inputs will be recorded and played as linear data. When this mode is selected, the VS-2480/2480CD/2480DVD will function as a 16-track recorder (tracks 1–16). When sampling frequency is more than 64kHz, the VS-2480/2480CD/2480DVD will function as a 8-track recorder. • MTP (Multi Track Pro) Audio from the analog inputs that passes through the VS-2480/2480CD/2480DVD’s 24-bit A/D converter, and audio data from the 24-bit digital inputs will be recorded and played using proprietary Roland coding technology (R-DAC). Normally you should select this mode. • CDR (CD-R Writing): This mode allows you to directly create a CD image file on your hard disk – this file can later be burned onto a CD-R. Recording and playback will occur using 16-bit linear data similar to that of a CD player or DAT recorder. In CDR mode, Tracks 1–8 are linked in odd/even fader pairs, with their levels controlled by the odd-numbered fader. Track 17–24 cannot be used. • M16 (Mastering 16bit): Recording and playback will occur using 16-bit linear data similar to that of a CD player or DAT recorder. When this mode is selected, the VS-2480/2480CD/2480DVD will function as a 16-track recorder (tracks 1–16). When sampling frequency is more than 64kHz, the VS-2480/2480CD/2480DVD will function as a 8-track recorder. • MT1 (Multi Track 1): This recording mode provides approximately twice the recording time of M16 mode. • MT2 (Multi Track 2): This recording mode provides even longer record times than MT1. • LIV (Live 1): This mode is appropriate when your hard disk lacks free space or when recording live performances where the total recording time is unknown. • LV2 (Live 2): This mode provides the longest recording time. This mode is appropriate for live recordings of speeches, and recordings made for reference purposes. Use this mode if you have very little drive space left or you aren’t sure how long the recording will be. Q: Is it possible to mix down even when all the 24 tracks are occupied? A: Yes. In the Mastering Room, you can mix down to the empty V-tracks on tracks 23/24 while playing back 24 tracks.