Roland VS-1680 Bedienungshandbuch

® OWNER'S MANUALOWNER'S MANUAL Copyright © 1998 ROLAND CORPORATIONAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in a

Saving Song Data to a DAT Recorder (Backup)...141Loading Performance Data from a DAT Recorder (Recove

This deletes the phrase containing the mark. When [F2(ALL)] is pressed, you can place or remove the markson all the tracks simultaneously.fig.04-61(ph

Creating New Phrases (Phrase New)This creates a new phrase from an existingtake.1. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [F2 (TRACK)].2. Press [F1 (Tr/Ph)] so t

Naming Phrases (Phrase Name)With each recording of the tracks, the follow-ing names (Phrase names) are given automat-ically.fig.04-70(ph_name.eps)You

The VS-1680 comes with the optional VS8F-2 effect expansion board. Up to twoof these effect expansion boards can be installed in the VS-1680. With the

* Depending on the effects used, when mixing with different effects inserted into eachchannel, or mixing channels having effects inserted with other c

EFX1 (Effect Insert Switch)This sets how the effects are connected.Off: There is no Insert.Ins: Inserts in both channels of the stereo effect.InsL: In

Adding the Sound with the Effect Applied to the Direct Sound (Send/Return)When adding the sound with effect to the direct sound, such as is done withr

(Send Level)This adjusts the volume level of the signal (0–127) sentto the EFFECT bus. Set the initial value to “100.”(Send Pan)This adjusts the stere

Adjusting the Balance of the OverallEffect Send LevelYou can adjust the balance of the total effect send levelfor each effect with the effect send lev

At this point, the function buttons work as shownbelow.fig.05-02(effectsel.eps)[F1 (Preset)]: Displays the Preset patch list.[F2 (User)]: Displays the

Dividing Performance Data Into Two Parts (Song Split) ...172Connecting Performance Data (Song Combine)...

At this time, the function buttons work as shownbelow.fig.05-13(efxprm.eps)[F1 ( ←Blk)]: Displays the settings of the previouseffect block.[F2 (→Blk)]

A Zip drive can be connected to the SCSI connector ofthe VS-1680. Be sure to read the owner’s manual foryour Zip drive as well.This chapter will expla

6. Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move thecursor. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to set eachof the values.fig.06-02(driveinit.eps)Init Drive (Initialize Dr

Checking Disk ReliabilityWhen initializing a hard disk or other disk, you canconfirm that the read and write functions in all of thedisk partitions ar

There are two ways to carry out the Song Copy proce-dure. Select the method depend on the amount of freespace on the destination disk (100 MB for Zip

6. Use the TIME/VALUE dial to move the cursor tothe song you want to copy and press [F3(MARK)]. By pressing [F2 (ALL)], you can placeand remove Marks

To Load Data from Disks (Drive Select)If you want to take playable songs that havebeen copied to Zip disks and load them ontothe VS-1680’s hard disk,

7. After you have selected the drive and partition,press [F4 (Exec)].8. A confirmation message appears on the screen.Press [YES].9. ”STORE Current?” (

5. Press [ ] to move the cursor to “Source Song.”6. Songs that are marked are copied. Use theTIME/VALUE dial to move the cursor to the songyou want to

Loading Data From Disks (Extract)1. Select the load (restore) destination drive (internalhard disk) as the current drive.2. Insert a disk that was cop

About the Package ContentsThe following items are included with the VS-1680.Please check to make sure you have all the items.• VS-1680• AC cord• Quick

You can connect a CD-R drive which is designated byRoland, to the VS-1680’s SCSI connector. This chapterexplains the procedures involved in creating y

Mixing:The content of adjustments made to mixer settingsduring playback are not recorded to the CD-R disc.For example, in a normal performance, even i

10. This display appears as shown below. Check eachof the capacity. At this time, if you move the cur-sor to “L-ch Source Track” or “R-ch SourceTrack,

Auditioning (Test Listening) Songs Written to CDs (CD Player Function)You cannot playback CD-R discs that havejust had written songs to them with regu

Writing Additional Songs to the DiscTo the extent that any remaining free space allows,you can add songs to CD-R discs that have not yetbeen finalized

Saving Songs to CD-R Discs(CD-R Backup)You can save song data stored on the VS-1680’s harddisk to CD-R discs. This procedure is called backup.Converse

6. Songs that are marked are backed up. Use theTIME/VALUE dial to move the cursor to the songyou want to back up and press [F3 (MARK)]. Bypressing [F2

6. Songs that are marked are loaded. Use theTIME/VALUE dial to move the cursor to thesongs you want to restore and press [F4 (MARK)].By pressing [F3 (

This chapter describes the MIDI messages that can behandled by the VS-1680 and the operations that theVS-1680 can perform using MIDI messages.For more

Synchronization with the VS-1680 asthe Reference (Master)When you are having the VS-1680 act to control theMIDI sequencer, use the following procedure

Simple OperationThe VS-1680 can be operated as easily as conventionalmulti-track recorders. You will be able to enjoy theadvantages of home studio fro

6. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [EXT SYNC].fig.08-03(sync/tempo.eps)7. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move thecursor. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to ad

4. Press [PLAY (DISPLAY)].Return to Play condition.5. Set your MIDI sequencer to send MTC.6. Press [EXT SYNC].The button indicator blinks, indicating

What is the Sync Track?In addition to the tracks for recording audio signals,the VS-1680 has a separate track for recording MIDIClock signals. This is

5. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move thecursor to “MIDI Thru” and rotate theTIME/VALUE dial.MIDI Thru (MIDI Thru Switch)This selects the function o

Creating a Tempo Map1. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [TAP].The Tempo Map screen appears in the display.2. Tempo Map 1 (the song’s initial tempo) is disp

Synchronized Operation1. Connect the VS-1680 and the MIDI sequencer asshown below.fig.08-11(vs_midi->seq.eps)2. Press [PLAY (DISPLAY)].3. Hold down

4. When you have finished setting the Markers, press[STOP].* To correctly place Markers on the downbeats of othersong, we recommend using the Preview

6. A confirmation message asking if you want to savethe changes to the tempo map appears in the dis-play. If you want to save the changes, press [YES]

Use with a MIDI ControllerThe VS-1680 can transmit its mixer settings and func-tions as MIDI messages. Conversely, MIDI messagesfrom an external MIDI

Switching EffectsYou can use MIDI control change messages transmit-ted from an external MIDI controller to switch effects.1. Press [PLAY (DISPLAY)].2.

1. PEAK IndicatorsThese indicators allow you to confirm the sound levelinput at the input jacks (1–8). They help you to deter-mine the correct input l

This chapter explains the procedures for using a DATrecorder in conjunction with the VS-1680. Refer to theowner’s manual for your DAT recorder as you

Saving Song Data to a DATRecorder (Backup)Use the following procedure to back up thesong data on the current drive.1. Connect the VS-1680 and the DAT

5. ”STORE Current?” (Store the current song?)appears in the display. If you wish to save the cur-rent song, press [YES]; if not, then press [NO].6. Pr

* To check whether or not a backup has been performed cor-rectly, we recommend that you carry out the Verify proce-dure (p. 146).Loading Performance D

2. Insert the tape which contains the song data intothe DAT recorder. If the song data is backed upon two or more tapes, insert the first tape.3. Prep

Checking Names of SavedPerformance Data (Name)This operation lets you check the names of song datathat was saved to a DAT tape. Even if you have saved

9. When the load procedure is finished, “Please StopDAT” appears in the display. Stop the DATrecorder, then press [YES]. The DAT Name screenappears in

fig.09-07b(dat_rc_connect)1. Connect the DAT recorder to the VS-1680 as left.2. Insert the tape which contains the song data intothe DAT recorder. If

Disks used with Roland’s VS-880 and VS-840 modelscan also be used by the VS-1680. Additionally, songdata recorded on such disks can be loaded by the V

1. Make settings as shown below.fig.10-01(connection.eps)2. Insert the disk onto which VS-880/840 song datahas been recorded into the Zip drive.3. For

4. SELECT/CH EDIT(Select/Channel Edit) buttonsUse these buttons when you wish to change trackmixer settings and to change track channels. The cur-rent

Converting VS-1680 SongData for Use with the VS-880 (Song Export)You can convert the current song for use witha VS-880 and copy it as a new songs to a

How to Install the Hard DiskWhich was Formatted withthe VS-880EX to the VS-1680When internal hard disks that have been used by a VS-880EX are installe

6. Press [F4 (Imprt)]. If “Imprt” does not appear in[F4], first press [PAGE] until “Imprt” is displayed,and then press [F4 (Imprt)].7. Press [F1 (SelD

1. Connect the Zip drive to the VS-1680.2. Select the song you want to convert for use VS-880/VS-880EX as the current song.3. Insert a ZIP disk into t

Previewing Techniques(Preview)When editing a song, you will likely want to find pre-cise points in the song, for example the point wheresound begins

Press the following buttons while their button indica-tors are lit.[] []: Selects the track to be played back.[TO]: The song is played back repeatedly

Recalling a Specific Location(Jump)Besides using the TIME/VALUE dial, markers andlocators to move the current time of the song, you canalso directly s

Preparations for Auto MixPress [AUTOMIX]. The button indicator lights, indi-cating that Mix mode is on.fig.11-06(am_on.eps)At this time, while holdin

When the current time is included in an adja-cent marker:Press either [SCENE] and [PREVIOUS] or [SCENE]and [NEXT], the gradation range will be specifi

If You Don’t Want to Record Fader Settings (Mask Fader)You can specify that the settings adjustable from thetop panel will not be recorded, as describ

1. Graphic DisplayThis displays various data related to the current statusof the VS-1680 during recording, playback, editing,changing the setting, and

Disabling Auto Mix Only on Specified Channels1. Move to the point where you want to disableAuto Mix.2. Confirm that Auto Mix mode is on.3. Select the

However if you once again record (step 3’) afterreturning to the condition of recording number 2, therecordings 3–5 that were canceled by the Undo ope

Cancelling Only the Very Last-Performed OperationIf you most frequently use the Undo function to undojust the previously performed recording/editing

About Solo ModeIf you press [SOLO (MASTER)] while holding[SHIFT], SOLO Mode turns on. Operation is as fol-lows.1. Press [SOLO (MASTER)] while holding

Simultaneously Adjusting aStereo Source (Stereo Link)When recording or playing back a stereo source, nor-mal mixer operations require you to control t

Adjusting the PanWhen Stereo Link is on, this adjusts the total left-rightbalance while preserving the pan settings for bothchannels. If you want to a

StereoIn SelectThis selects the external input connector or jack usingStereo In.Off: Stereo In is not used.Input 1/2: Selects INPUT jacks 1/2 for use

Directly InputtingAlphanumeric CharactersNot only can you use the normal process of rotatingthe TIME/VALUE dial to enter text, but you can alsouse the

Sync Gen. (Generator)This selects the MIDI Clock on which the Metronomewill be based. Select “MIDIclk” if you wish to use theTempo Map, and “SyncTr” i

5. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [EXT SYNC].The Sync/Tempo screen appears in the display.fig.11-28(sync/tempo.eps)6. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to mov

BANK/9:Pressing this with the LOCATOR buttons (1–8)selects the Locator bank.SCENE/0:This is pressed when storing, recalling, and delet-ing Scenes.CLEA

The Optimize operation searches all V-tracks on thetarget song, and when playing back those V-tracks,erases the phrases that cannot be heard. For exam

Changing the Name ofPerformance Data (Song Name)You can change the names of your newly cre-ated songs and add comments that explainsimply what kind of

6. This sets you up to specify the next segment.Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move thecursor. Repeat Step 5 to designate the followingsegment in the

4. You can check the track name by pressing [F1(SelTr)].If you are going to set a mark at this time, the press [F1(Back)].fig.11-36(sel_tr.eps)5. Pres

5. Press [F4 (Exec)].6. A confirmation message appears on the screen.Press [YES]. If you wish to cancel the procedure,then press [NO].7. ”STORE Curren

3. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial.PhaseThis selects the phase (NRM, INV) for each channel.Usually, “NRM” is selected.NRM: Normal phase (same phase as the

3. Press [F2 (Mon)]. If “Mon” does not appear in[F2], first press [PAGE] until “Mon” is displayed,and then press [F2 (Mon)].fig.11-44(mon.eps)(Level)T

AUX1/EFX3: Sounds assigned to the AUX1 bus. WithEFFECT B installed, the sounds arethose assigned to the (EFX3) EFFECTbus.AUX2/EFX4: Sounds assigned to

Confirming That a Drive isNot Damaged (Drive Check)You can check the drive you are using tomake sure it can be read correctly. This isreferred to as D

ReadError: Number of read errors detected by thisoperationIf a disk error is found, it is possible to erase only thedata that was lost as a result of

1. POWER SwitchThis switch turns power of the VS-1680 on and off.2. AC IN (AC Inlet)Connect the included power cable here.3. SCSI ConnectorThis is a D

This section describes the settings that affect the overall functioning of the VS-1680.Switching the Display ContentIn Play condition, the graphic dis

Each of the function button works as shown below.[F1 (LMTrk)]: This displays the track mixer level meter.fig.12-04(tr_lvl.eps)[F2 (LM In)]: This displ

Lower Part of the DisplayThis area displays the Playlist. Each time you hold down [SHIFT] and press[PLAY (DISPLAY)], the display appears or disappears

[F2 (ZOOM-)]: This reduces (in three stages) the display of the Playlist in theTrack area. When the waveform is displayed, this reduces thedisplay of

[F5 (WAVE)]: This displays the level (waveform) of the sounds recorded onthe tracks. Pressing the button once more removes this fromthe screen. You ca

Fader MatchHere, the fader is selected to control the sound if there is a discrepancy betweenthe current fader and the actual volume level.Jump: The a

Checking the Remaining Disk SpaceThe amount of free disk space available for recordingthe current song is displayed as “Remained” in theupper part of

Overall Settings for the VS-1680 (Global Parameters)These are setting related to the overall operation of theVS-1680.Holding the function of [SHIFT]Yo

Displaying Measures and BeatsIf both the metronome is being used and MIDI clockmessages are being transmitted, the measure and beatof the song can be

When There Is No Hard Disk InstalledEven when there is no hard disk installed in the VS-1680, it still can be used with only a Zip drive connect-ed to

11. DIGITAL Connectors (IN, OUT)The VS-1680 features both coaxial and optical digitalI/O connectors (conforming to S/P DIF).IN: This inputs a digital

PREVIOUS/NEXT Sw (PREVIOUS/NEXT Switch)This selects how the [PREVIOUS] and [NEXT] buttonsfunction.PHRASE: [PREVIOUS] and [NEXT] are used to movethe cu

Overall Settings forPlayback and Recording(Play/Record Parameters)These are settings related to the overall workings ofthe Play and Record functions.C

Scrolling the WaveformWhile the level (waveform) of the sounds is displayed(p. 184), you can scroll the waveform display.1. Hold down [SHIFT] and pres

To Have a MessageDisplayed at a Specified TimeThe VS-1680 features an internal clock, allowing youto have the unit turn on automatically on a specifie

Along with the functions or external devices explained in earlier chapters, thischapter explains some actual ways and gives some tips in which the VS-

Device IDThis sets the Device ID number (1–32) that is usedwhen exchanging exclusive messages (mixer parame-ters) with an external MIDI device. Exclus

Device IDThis sets the Device ID number (1–32) that is usedwhen exchanging exclusive messages (mixer parame-ters) with an external MIDI device. Exclus

Synchronizing with Cakewalk Pro Audio (MMC)The VS-1680 supports MMC. This means that when two VS-1680 units are syn-chronized or when a VS-1680 is use

Settings for the VS-16801. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [F5 (SYSTEM)]. The System menu icon is displayed. If the Systemmenu icon does not appear, then

Settings for Cakewalk Pro AudioMake the settings for Cakewalk Pro Audio as describedbelow. For more detailed information about Cakewalk,please refer t

CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIRCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT REMOV

This chapter explains basic concepts, internal struc-ture, and basic operation that you will need to know inorder to operate the VS-1680. Please read

Recording to Cakewalk1. Make the connections as shown below.fig.13-03(cwtovs.digi.eps)2. Follow the procedure as described in “Settings for the VS-168

Recording to the VS-16801. Make the connections as shown below.fig.13-04(vstocw_digi.eps)2. Follow the procedure as described in “Settings for the VS-

6. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and []to move thecursor. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to changethe settings as shown below.Master ClockThis is used to select th

Controller numbers correspond to the track channelparameters as follows.Controller Number Mixer Parameter3 TRACK STATUS7 MST Send Level 9 Level Meter1

Preparations for Compu Mix1. Make the connections as shown below.fig.13-07(compumix.eps)2. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [F5 (SYSTEM)]. The System menu

Chapter 13 Takein Advantages of the VS-1680 (idea and examples)205Chapter 13To Have the Fader Movements IgnoredWhen playing back songs using Compu Mi

Synchronizing with Video EquipmentWhen used in combination with the Roland SI-80S, you can control playbackand stop functions on the VS-1680 with vide

Sync Error LevelThis sets the interval (0–10) for checking MTC receiv-ing status when synchronize VS-1680 with MTC froman external MIDI device. If the

(Numeric)10-band graphic equalizer...A102, A1222-channel RSS...A85, A1133-band Isolator ...

(R)RSS ...A64, A85Random access ...R27Realtime...

The Location Where a Performance isRecorded (Song)The location where a performance data is recorded isrefered to as the song. For example on a cassett

210 InformationWhen you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below.A

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® OWNER'S MANUALOWNER'S MANUAL Copyright © 1998 ROLAND CORPORATIONAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in a

Playlists: Data that specifies “which phrases are played back and the orderin which they are played” is called a playlist. The VS-1680 fea-tures 256 V

Mixer SectionThe digital mixer specifies input or output status of the recorder section.The VS-1680’s mixers include the input mixer, which, in the si

RECORDING Bus:Signals assigned to the RECORDING bus are routed to the recorder section to berecorded. There are eight channels which can be assigned t

Input MixerInput mixer is placed before the recorder section, and correspond to the externalinput sources (INPUT 1–8, DIGITAL IN L/R).fig.01-10(inpput

Track MixerTrack mixer is placed after the recorder section, and correspond to the tracks(1–15/16).fig.01-11(trackmix.eps)All of the tracks are output

Master BlockThis selects the jacks or connectors connected to external equipment to which theoutput of each mixer is sent.fig.01-13(mstrblck.eps)Recor

Track Minutes and Recording TimeWith cassette tape recorders, the amount of time you can record on a tape is pre-determined by the length of that tape

For example, 10 track minutes be used for 10 minutes of monaural recording, 5minutes of stereo recording, 2 minutes and 30 seconds of recording on fou

• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instruc-tions below, and the Owner's Manual...

Effects SectionAbout the Effect Expansion BoardUp to two optional VS8F-2 effect expansion boards can be installed in the VS-1680. With two VS8F-2s ins

This chapter explains the basic operation of the VS-1680. This covers all of the fundamental processes,including recording and editing, so please read

3. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move thecursor. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to changethe values for each of the settings.fig.02-01a(date)Date EditTh

4. When shut down has been completed properly,“PowerOFF/RESTART” appears in the display.5. Turn down the volume of your audio equipment.6. Turn off th

Display Each of the Condition MenusWhile holding down [SHIFT], press the function button ([F1]–[F6]) that corre-sponds to the condition you want to en

Selecting Pages Contained inFunctions and SettingsThe menu icon for each page is displayed. Press thefunction button ([F1]–[F6]) that corresponds to t

Switching Track ConditionsThe condition for each track switches each time theSTATUS button is pressed. You can check the condi-tion by looking at the

Using the LocatorTime locations are stored with the LOCATOR buttons([1]–[8]) on the top panel of the VS-1680. Each buttoncorrespond to each time in a

Deleting a Stored Time Location1. While holding down [CLEAR], press the LOCA-TOR button ([1]–[8]) for locate point that you wishto delete. For example

4. Each of the mark points is displayed. Using [ ],[ ], [ ], and [ ], move the cursor to theMarker you want to change. However, if no markpoint is sto

• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supplycord when plugging into, or unplugging from, anoutlet or this unit...

Recording the Current Condition ofthe Mixer (Scene)Up to 8 sets of settings, values included, that definethe total condition of the mixer can be store

Deleting a Scene1. Press [SCENE].The button indicator lights.2. The indicators for the [SCENE] buttons ([1]–[8]) towhich mixer settings are stored the

fig.02-14(tmp_track.eps)fig.02-15(tmp_efxt.eps)fig.02-16(tmp_mst.eps)Input Mixer SettingsOutput destination (MIX bus or track)Track to be recorded (up

4. When you are finished making the EZ Routing settings, press [F6 (SAVE)].5. The Routing Save screen appears in the display. Rotate the TIME/VALUEdia

Storing Recording Settings (Recording)Select this when you want to record the performance input via the INPUT jacks.If you wish to cancel the settings

5. Press [F2 (STEP →)].6. Only the source assigned to the track is indicated. Press [ ], [ ], [ ],and [ ] to move the cursor. Rotate the TIME/VALUE di

8. Make the settings for the effects. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] tomove the cursor. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to adjust each of the values.Press [F

11. Press [F2 (STEP→)]. You can return to the previous screen by pressing [F1(STEP←)].12. Determine whether or not the output is to be sent to the AUX

15. Press [F4 (Exec)].A confirmation message appears in the display. Press [YES] if you want to setthe selected routing.fig.02-24a(apply.eps)16. Press

4. Specify which source or track is to be output to the MIX bus. Press theselected source input channel SELECT buttons or the track channel SELECTbutt

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANTSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNITSAFELY” on pages 2–4, please read and observe thefollowing:Pow

8. Make the settings for the effects. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] tomove the cursor. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to adjust each of the values.Press [F

12. Determine how the output is to be sent. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [] to move the cursor. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to adjust each of the val-ues.

Storing Track Bouncing Settings (Bouncing)Select this when recording the performance data from multiple tracks onto anumber of other tracks. If you wa

5. Press [F2 (STEP→)].6. Only the playback tracks assigned to recording tracks are indicated. Press[ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the cursor. Rotate t

7. Press [F2 (STEP→)]. You can return to the previous screen by pressing [F1(STEP←)].8. Make the settings for the effects. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [

11. Press [F2 (STEP→)]. You can return to the previous screen by pressing [F1(STEP←)].12. Determine whether or not the output is to be sent to the AUX

14. Determine how the output is to be sent. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ]to move the cursor. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to adjust each of the val-ues.f

4. Press [ ] and [ ] to move the cursor to “Use Template,” and press [F4(Exec)] once more.5. A confirmation message is displayed. Press [YES].The EZ R

This chapter explains the operations necessary forrecording with the VS-1680. Try out each operation asyou read these instructions.RecordingItems Nece

MT2 (Multi-Track 2):While maintaining high-quality sound, recording time is longer than that avail-able in “Multi-Track 1” mode. This mode is good for

● A small amount of heat will radiate from the unitduring normal operation.● To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep theunit’s volume at reaso

General Course of theRecording ProcessThe procedure for recording with the VS-1680 isroughly as same as record process by multi-trackrecorders as ment

* Howling could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speak-ers. This can be remedied by:1. Changing the orientation of the

5. Adjust the input sensitivity, with the INPUT knobof the channel input assigned as the source. Get astrong input signal by having instrument volumes

Saving a RecordedPerformance (Song Store)The contents of any recorded performance will be lostif you simply turn the power off, or even if there is an

Using the Foot switch(Manual Punch-In 2)Use a foot switch to punch in and out. Using Punch-In/Punch-Out when both performing on an instru-ment and rec

Using Locators:1. Preset locate points where you want to punchin/punch out.2. While holding down [AUTO PUNCH], press theLOCATOR button specifying the

Recording Procedure:1. Hold down [REC] and press the STATUS buttonfor the track you wish to re-record.2. Press [ZERO] to return to the beginning of th

Using Locators:1. First store locate points where you want to beginand end the loop.2. While holding down [LOOP], press the LOCATORbutton for the loca

Recording Procedure:1. Hold down [REC] and press the STATUS buttonfor the track you wish to re-record.2. Press [ZERO] to return to the beginning of th

3. Using the TIME/VALUE dial to set the V-track.fig.03-21(vtrack.eps)4. Press [PLAY (DISPLAY)].Return to Play condition.5. As described in “Recording

Preparations ...12About the Package Contents ...

9. Press [F6 (PRM.V)].The effect settings status for all tracks can be viewed.fig.03-24(eff_prm.eps)10. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move the curso

Applying Effects While Recording (Send/Return)Now we will see how to add affects to the source atthe INPUT 8 jack, and then record the direct soundand

Applying Effects While Recording (Insert)Many recordings of electric guitar, vocals, or the likecontain the insertion of effects such as “Guitar Multi

12. Press [PAGE] until “Pan” is displayed in [F1], then press [F1 (Pan)].fig.03-31(pan.eps)13. Press [ ] and [ ] to move the cursor. With the TIME/VAL

17. Hold down [REC] and press the Track 9/10 STA-TUS button.The button indicator blinks red.18. Hold down the Track 9/10 STATUS button andinput channe

Select the Master ClockSynchronize the VS-1680’s reference clock (the masterclock) with the digital signal from the digital audiodevice.1. Hold down [

4. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move thecursor. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial.The status of the equalizer (curve) appears in the dis-play.fig.03-34(3e

* The 3-band (low, mid, high) equalizer can be used onchannel faders in only one mixer mode — either the Trackmixer or Input mixer — at a time. You ca

Adjust the Volume Levels for Each Track:10. Press [PLAY (DISPLAY)].Return to Play condition.11. Press [FADER] so that the TR side indicator lights.12.

Specify the Track to Which the Effect is to be Applied:6. Press the Track Channel 5 SELECT button.The button indicator lights, and the Track Mixer scr

Chapter 3 Multi-Track Recording ...58Recording...

13. Normally, the signal received via the INPUT 1jack is also assigned for recording on Track 9/10.When you wish to rerecord only Tracks 5–8, thenwhil

To Prohibit Digital CopyingWhen mixing down from the VS-1680 to a DATrecorder or similar recorder via a digital connection,you can prevent digital cop

Protecting Performances1. Make the current song the one to which you wantto apply Song Protect.2. Hold down [SHIFT] and press [F1 (SONG)].The Song men

This chapter explains the content and procedures forediting sound that has been recorded. Please read thischapter to gain an understanding of the conc

This copies the performance data on the track contain-ing the mark. When [F2 (ALL)] is pressed, you canplace or remove the marks on all the tracks sim

TO (To point)Specifies the reference time of the copy destination.11. Press [F4 (Exec)].This executes Track Copy.12. When the copy is completed correc

START (Start point)Specifies the starting time of the move range.END (End point)Specifies the ending time of the move range.FROM (From point)Specifies

5. Press the SELECT button for the channel contain-ing the exchange source track.The button indicator lights.Alternatively, press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [

6. Press [F1 (Back)].7. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move thecursor. Set each of the values.fig.04-19(tr_ins_prm)START (Start point)Specifies the s

7. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move thecursor. Set each of the values.fig.04-23(tr_cut_prm.eps)START (Start point)Specifies the starting time of t

Creating New Phrases (Phrase New) ...101Naming Phrases (Phrase Name) ...

6. Press [F1 (Back)].7. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to move thecursor. Set each of the values.fig.04-27(tr_ers_prm.eps)START (Start point)Specifies t

Alternatively, press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] tomove the cursor to the track you want to compress orexpand, and then press [F3 (MARK)] or [YES].This com

You can freely change the names you use for tracks.When, for example, you record something over manytimes, remembering what performance is recorded on

6. Press [F4 (STEP→)].fig.04-38(tr_imp_sg.eps)7. Press [ ].The cursor moves to “Source Track.”8. Rotate the TIME/VALUE dial to select the copysource t

This copies the phrase containing the mark. When [F2(ALL)] is pressed, you can place or remove the markson all the phrases simultaneously.fig.04-41(ph

OverlapWhen this is set to “Off,” the starting and endingpoints of the phrase can be thought of as being identi-cal to the “START” and “END” points in

Moving Phrases (Phrase Move)This operation moves the specified phrase toanother location. This is convenient for cor-recting timing mistakes that can

TO (To point)Specifies the reference time of the move destination.QuantizeWhen Quantize is set to “On,” the “TO” point (themove destination reference

This trims the performance data on the phrase con-taining the mark. When [F2 (ALL)] is pressed, you canplace or remove the marks on all the phrases si

This trims the performance data on the phrase con-taining the mark. When [F2 (ALL)] is pressed, you canplace or remove the marks on all the phrases si