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Index
Numerics
3-Band EQ ................................................................ 58
4CH
......................................................................... 23
4-indiv
................................................................ 41, 69
A
A-B REPEAT ....................................................... 11, 47
A-B Repeat button
..................................................... 11
AC adaptor
.......................................................... 8, 24
AC adaptor jack
........................................................ 14
Adjusting the input levels
.......................................... 30
Int-Mic
............................................................... 32
LEVEL
............................................................... 30
SENS
.................................................................. 30
Alkaline
.............................................................. 25, 69
amplified speakers
.................................................... 41
Analog
..................................................................... 66
analog device
............................................................ 41
B
batteries ................................................................... 25
Battery compartment
................................................. 17
Battery life
................................................................ 26
Battery Low
.............................................................. 74
Battery Time
............................................................. 69
Block diagram
........................................................... 81
Bottom panel
............................................................ 17
Bright
...................................................................... 69
BWF
........................................................................ 23
C
Channel level meters ................................................. 18
Channel level sliders
.................................................. 19
Channel names
......................................................... 18
Check
...................................................................... 70
CLEAR
.................................................................... 11
Clear button
............................................................. 11
Clip level indicators
.............................................. 1819
Combo input jack
...................................................... 16
Combo input jacks
..................................................... 16
Comp&DeEsser
........................................................ 59
computer
................................................................. 71
Control sync connector
......................................... 14, 73
Copy
....................................................................... 50
CTRL SYNC
............................................................. 14
D
Date ........................................................................ 68
Date & Time
........................................................ 62, 70
DC IN
...................................................................... 14
Delete
...................................................................... 52
Dig + Ana
................................................................ 66
Digital
..................................................................... 66
digital device
............................................................ 33
DIGITAL IN
............................................................. 14
Digital input jack
...................................................... 14
DIGITAL OUT
.......................................................... 14
Digital output jack
.................................................... 14
DISP
........................................................................ 13
Display
.......................................................... 13, 18, 20
Display button
.......................................................... 13
Display Setup
........................................................... 69
Display Timer
........................................................... 69
E
Effect button ............................................................. 11
EFFECTS
................................................................. 11
effects
................................................................. 5556
Enhancer
................................................................. 59
ENTER/FINDER
...................................................... 12
Enter/Finder button
.................................................. 12
EXIT
........................................................................ 11
Exit button
............................................................... 11
external power sources
.............................................. 27
Ext-Power
................................................................ 69
F
Factory Reset ....................................................... 65, 70
file size
.................................................................... 23
File-Sys Error
............................................................ 74
Format
................................................................ 64, 70
Four-channel projects
................................................ 23
Front panel
............................................................... 13
G
Graphic EQ .............................................................. 58
Grounding terminal
.................................................. 15
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Roland Edirol R-44 Specifications

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BrandRoland
ModelEdirol R-44
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Lithium Battery Safety Information

Warning Notices in Multiple Languages

Safety precautions regarding lithium batteries presented in Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, and English.

Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement

FCC Compliance Statement

Standard FCC statement regarding RFI for Class B digital devices.

Safe Operation Guidelines

Understanding Safety Icons and Warnings

Explains the meaning of WARNING, CAUTION, and specific safety symbols used in the manual.

General Safety Precautions

Covers avoiding unit modification, environmental hazards, stability, power cord use, and battery handling.

Electrical Safety and Battery Precautions

Details electrical connections, foreign power, battery care, and phantom power usage.

Important Operational Notes

Power Supply and Battery Usage

Guidance on power sources, battery types, and connecting/disconnecting devices.

Unit Placement and Environmental Considerations

Advice on placement to avoid interference, temperature issues, and condensation.

Maintenance, Data Handling, and Additional Precautions

Instructions for cleaning, data during repairs, cable handling, volume, and transport.

Memory Card Handling and Copyright

Guidelines for memory card usage and copyright law.

Included Accessories and Documentation

Package Contents Checklist

Lists the items included with the R-44, such as the unit, AC adaptor, USB cable, and manuals.

Introducing the R-44: Top Panel

Internal Microphones and Speakers

Details the built-in microphones and speakers on the top panel of the R-44.

Introducing the R-44: Top Panel Switches

Phantom Power, Low Cut, Hold, and Limiter Switches

Explains the operation of phantom power, low cut, hold, and limiter switches.

Introducing the R-44: Top Panel Buttons

Power, Effects, Exit, Scrub, Menu, and A-B Repeat Buttons

Describes the functions of power, effects, exit, scrub, menu, and A-B repeat buttons.

Marker and Cursor Button Functions

Explains how to use the marker and cursor buttons for navigation and marking.

Introducing the R-44: Playback and Navigation Buttons

PREV, NEXT, PLAY, and Enter/Finder Buttons

Describes the transport controls for playback and project selection.

Introducing the R-44: Front Panel

Display and Basic Operation Buttons

Details the R-44's display, stop, pause, and record buttons.

Input and Monitoring Controls

Explains the input level knobs, monitor level knob, and headphone jack.

Introducing the R-44: Side Panel (Left)

Sync, Digital I/O, Card Slot, and Power Connections

Covers sync, digital I/O, card slot, USB, security, and power connections.

Introducing the R-44: Side Panel Features

Grounding Terminal and Line Outputs

Explains the grounding terminal and the analog line output jacks.

Introducing the R-44: Side Panel (Right)

Combo Input Jacks (1-4)

Details the XLR/TRS combo input jacks, phantom power, and connection types.

Introducing the R-44: Bottom Panel

Battery Compartment Access

Explains where to install batteries and how the power source switches.

Display Information

Main Screen Display Elements (Playback/Stopped)

Explains each element shown on the R-44's main screen during playback or when stopped.

Display Details and Mixer Screen

Additional Main Screen Information

Provides details on marker display, level meters, power source, and date/time.

Mixer Screen Functions

Explains how to adjust channel levels and monitor volume balance.

Recording Display Information

Main Screen Elements During Recording

Details information shown on the main screen during recording, including recordable time and SD card capacity.

Recording Buffer Status

Buffer Gauge and SD Card Slow Message

Explains the recording buffer gauge and the "SD Card Slow!" message.

Understanding Projects and File Structure

Monaural Project Formats

Describes how monaural projects are structured with WAV and PJT files.

Project File Types and Limitations

Stereo and Four-Channel Project Structures

Explains the file structure for stereo and four-channel projects.

File Size, BWF Format, and Copying Cautions

Covers file size limits, Broadcast Wave Format, and precautions for copying files.

Getting Started: Power Management

Connecting the AC Adaptor and Powering On/Off

Step-by-step guide to connecting the AC adaptor and turning the R-44 on and off.

Battery Installation and Setup

Installing and Configuring Batteries

Instructions for installing AA batteries and setting the battery type in the system menu.

Battery Status and Usage

Monitoring Battery Levels and Estimating Battery Life

Explains the battery level indicators and estimated battery life under various conditions.

External Power Source Configuration

Setting Final Voltage for External Power

Guide to setting the final voltage for external power sources for accurate battery display.

SD Memory Card Management

Inserting and Preparing the SD Card

Instructions for inserting an SD card, formatting, and using the write-protect feature.

Removing the SD Memory Card Safely

Steps for safely removing the SD memory card from the unit.

Recording Basics

Connecting and Recording from Microphones

Instructions for connecting microphones, setting phantom power, system settings, and limiter.

Input Level Adjustment and Features

Explains low cut, input level knobs, and optimizing levels for recording.

Initiating Recording and Monitoring

Describes how to start recording, enter standby, and monitor audio.

Advanced Recording Scenarios

Recording with Internal Microphones

Steps for recording using the R-44's built-in microphones.

Recording Digital and Analog Audio

Steps for connecting digital and analog devices for recording.

Simultaneous Recording of Mixed Sources

How to set up recording from microphones and digital/analog devices simultaneously.

Input Level Configuration for Mixed Signals

Explains input level knobs for combined analog and digital/mic sources.

Playback and Monitoring

Connecting Playback Devices

Guide to connecting headphones, speakers, or mixers for playback monitoring.

Digital Output for Playback Devices

Instructions for connecting devices with digital input ports to the R-44's digital output.

Playback Configuration and Navigation

Player Setup and Playback Modes

Details on setting Play Mode, Repeat options, and speaker settings.

Normal Playback and Marker Navigation

Steps to play projects, adjust volume, and use markers for navigation.

Advanced Playback: A-B Repeat

Guide to creating and canceling playback loops between two points.

Project Management with the Finder

Finder Functions Overview

Lists available project manipulation functions: select, rename, copy, move, delete, make folder, repair.

Performing Project Operations

Detailed steps for selecting, renaming, copying, moving, deleting projects, and creating folders.

Project Repair Utility

How to use the repair feature for projects that cannot be played due to errors.

Enhancing Sound Quality with Effects

Overview of Available Effects

Introduces the R-44's five effect types and explains basic audio concepts like effects and clipping.

Applying and Adjusting Effects

Detailed guide on how to select effect types and apply them to channels.

Fine-Tuning Effect Parameters

Instructions on how to adjust specific parameters for each effect type.

Detailed Effect Configurations

EQ and Noise Gate Effects

Explains the parameters and functions of the 3-Band EQ, Graphic EQ, and Noise Gate effects.

Enhancer, Comp/DeEsser, and MS-Mic Effects

Details the parameters for Enhancer, Comp&DeEsser, and MS-Mic effects.

System Setup Menu and Recording Settings

System Setup Options Overview

Lists all available system setup categories, including Recording, Player, Speaker, Display, and more.

Recording Setup Configuration Details

Explains input selection, recording frequency, bit depth, mode, pre-recording, project naming, and limiter link.

System Setup: Playback and Device Settings

Player Setup and Playback Modes

Details on setting Play Mode, Repeat options, and speaker settings.

Date, Time, and Display Settings

How to set date/time and configure display options.

System Settings: Power, Sync, and File Format

Details settings for battery type, external power, sync mode, and project file format.

System Setup: Card Management and Reset

SD Card Operations and Factory Reset

Procedures for SD card formatting/checking and performing a factory reset.

Appendix: Computer Connectivity

Connecting and Disconnecting the R-44 from a Computer

Steps to connect and safely disconnect the R-44 via USB for file transfer.

Appendix: Advanced Linking

Remotely Linking Two R-44 Units

How to connect and configure two R-44 units for synchronized recording.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Understanding R-44 Messages

Explains the meaning and resolution for various messages displayed by the R-44.

Resolving Computer and Recording Problems

Addresses issues with computer connection, inability to record, or distorted audio.

Troubleshooting Audio Performance and SD Card Issues

Solutions for pan/stereo image problems, distortion, and slow SD card performance.

Troubleshooting Playback and R-44 Operation

Addresses no sound issues, sound skipping, power problems, and control inoperability.

R-44 Technical Specifications

Recorder Section and Input/Output Specs

Details on channels, sampling, media, I/O ports, levels, and impedance.

Other Terminals, Effects, and Physical Details

Lists specifications for USB, Control Sync, effects, power, dimensions, and weight.

R-44 System Block Diagram

Signal Flow Overview

Visual representation of how audio and data signals flow through the R-44.

R-44 Monitoring Chart

Output Jack and Monitor Settings

A chart detailing output jack and monitor assignments for different project formats.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

UK Mains Lead Colour Code

Wiring color code for the UK mains lead.

USA Declaration of Conformity

FCC compliance statement and manufacturer information for the USA.

Service and Support Information

Contacting Service Centers Worldwide

Lists EDIROL/Roland service centers and distributors by region.

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