User manual ROLAND AP-700

[. . . ] These sections provide important information concerning proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, the Owner's Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. About WARNING and CAUTION Notices About the Symbols 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. [. . . ] Double-click the file "TTears" (. mp3) that has been copied to the desktop. The software that starts and is used to play the sample file may vary depending on your computer environment. If different software starts, play the sample file as described in the owner's manual for the software you are using. * The copyright of content in this product (the sound waveform data, style data, accompaniment patterns, phrase data, audio loops and image data) is reserved by Roland Corporation and/or Atelier Vision Corporation. 19 Driver Installation 4. Adjust the volume. Use the AP-700's [PHONES] knob to adjust the volume. * The volume of the signals output from the OUTPUT jacks cannot be adjusted on the AP-700 itself. If the sample file can be heard, the computer and AP-700 are connected properly and the driver has been successfully installed. If you cannot hear the sample file, refer to "Problems When Using the AP-700" (p. 31). 20 How to Use This section explains the basic connections and settings for the AP-700. 48). Precautions Concerning the Use of Software Before using any software, please note the following points. · Connect the AP-700 to the computer before starting the software. · Do not disconnect the AP-700 from the computer while the software is running. When using SONAR, set to "Stereo IN (AP-700). " Computer Rear panel When connecting a condenser microphone, set the [PHANTOM] button to "48V. " Audio device Make sure that the [PHANTOM] button is set to "OFF" when connecting a dynamic microphone that does not require phantom power (p. When connecting a guitar or bass, set the [Hi-Z] button to "ON" (p. 10). 26 How to Use Use the corresponding knob ([INPUT 1 (MIC)], [INPUT 2 (GUITAR)], or [INPUT 3 (AUX)]) to adjust the volume of the microphone, guitar, or audio device so its PEAK indicator does not light. Features of the "ALL INPUT" Mode · Microphone or guitar sound is localized at the center. · If you record audio device sound only, do not connect any equipment to the INPUT 1 (MIC) or INPUT 2 (GUITAR) jack, and turn the [INPUT 1 (MIC)] and [INPUT 2 (GUITAR)] knobs fully to the left. · In "ALL INPUT" mode, you cannot record audio data played on the computer. To record audio data played on the computer, set the [REC MODE] button to "LOOP BACK. " · When recording, sound from the microphone, guitar, and audio device is mixed together. You cannot edit the recorded audio data separately. Examples of How to Use the "ALL INPUT" Mode · Recording the guitar sound while playing a Minus One CD · Singing with the karaoke sound of an audio device, and recording the vocal and karaoke sound · Recording vocal or guitar sound with a synthesizer · Recording voice-over for a TV or video game, using a microphone 27 How to Use Record Microphone or Guitar Sound While Mixing it with Audio Data Played on a Computer (LOOP BACK) When you set the recording mode to "LOOP BACK, " you can record microphone, guitar, and/or audio device sound on another software by combining audio data played on the computer. Headphones Amplified speakers Set the input port in the software. When using SONAR, set to "Stereo IN (AP-700), " and set "Driver mode" to [MME] or [ASIO]. Computer Rear panel When connecting a condenser microphone, set the [PHANTOM] button to "48V. " Audio device Make sure that the [PHANTOM] button is set to "OFF" when connecting a dynamic microphone that does not require phantom power (p. When connecting a guitar or bass, set the [Hi-Z] button to "ON" (p. 10). 28 How to Use Use the corresponding knob ([INPUT 1 (MIC)], [INPUT 2 (GUITAR)], or [INPUT 3 (AUX)]) to adjust the volume of the microphone, guitar, or audio device so its PEAK indicator does not light. Features of the "LOOP BACK" Mode · Microphone or guitar sound is localized at the center. · If you want to record only the sound played by your computer, do not connect any equipment to the INPUT 1 (MIC), INPUT 2 (GUITAR), and INPUT 3 (AUX) jacks, and turn the [INPUT 1 (MIC)], [INPUT 2 (GUITAR)], and [INPUT 3 (AUX)] knobs fully to the left. [. . . ] Open the "Control Panel" and set the display mode as follows. · Windows 7: Icon view · Windows Vista/Windows XP: Classic view 3. From the "Driver" menu, select [Driver Settings]. The "AP-700 Driver Settings" dialog box will appear. Setting Description You can adjust the input and output audio buffer size. * After adjusting the buffer size, make sure to restart all programs that are using the AP-700. If using software that has an "audio device test" function, run the test function. [. . . ]