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SD-50_e.book 3 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Owner’s manual 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 4) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 7). These sections provide important information concerning the 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, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety.
SD-50_e.book 4 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 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. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.
SD-50_e.book 5 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 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.
SD-50_e.book 6 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 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.
SD-50_e.book 7 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 IMPORTANT NOTES Power Supply: Use of Batteries 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.
SD-50_e.book 8 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 IMPORTANT NOTES ❍ Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact portion of the cards. 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. ❍ Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or vibration. ❍ Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or other such locations.
SD-50_e.book 9 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY...................................................................................4 IMPORTANT NOTES...........................................................................................7 Check the Contents of the Package ...............................................................12 Getting Ready 13 Names of Things and What They Do..............................................................14 Front Panel..............
SD-50_e.book 10 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Contents Operation 43 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module .....................................................44 About the Sound Generator........................................................................................................................................ 44 Explanation of Terms ...................................................................................................................................... 45 Polyphony............
SD-50_e.book 11 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Contents System Settings...............................................................................................72 Basic Procedure for System Settings ........................................................................................................................ 72 System Setting List .......................................................................................................................................... 73 Utility Functions .
SD-50_e.book 12 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Check the Contents of the Package When you open the package, check that all items are present. If anything is missing, please contact your dealer. ❏ SD-50 (main unit) ❏ SD-50 Owner’s Manual (the document you’re reading) This explains how to use the SD-50, and includes cautions and other notes. Keep it at hand for reference. ❏ Software Disc (DVD-ROM) This disc contains the following.
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SD-50_e.book 14 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Names of Things and What They Do Front Panel fig.panel-front_e.eps 2 3 4 5 1 10 6 9 7 8 11 12 13 14 1 Display Useful information relevant to the procedure at hand is shown here. * The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g.
SD-50_e.book 15 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Names of Things and What They Do 6 [TEMPO] button This button changes the tempo of the song (p. 68). 7 [KEY CTRL] button This button changes the key of the song (p. 68). 8 [MINUS ONE] (CENTER CANCEL) button This button lets you mute a part in a song or reduce the volume of the melody (e.g., vocal), so that you can play that part or melody yourself (p. 69).
SD-50_e.book 16 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Names of Things and What They Do Rear Panel ig.XLR_e.eps 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 [POWER] switch This switch turns the power on/off (p. 22). Setting Explanation BUS When connected to a computer and using bus power, this setting turns the power on. OFF Turns the power off. DC IN/ BATTERY When using an AC adaptor or batteries (sold separately), this setting turns the power on.
SD-50_e.book 17 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Names of Things and What They Do 9 LINE IN jack Set the [SETTING] switch to “GUITAR” or “MIC” unless you’ve connected a condenser microphone that requires phantom power. Supplying phantom power to a dynamic microphone will cause malfunction. For details on the specifications of the microphone you’re using, refer to the owner’s manual for your microphone.
SD-50_e.book 18 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Names of Things and What They Do Side Panel fig.panel-side_e.eps 1 2 988 1 Security Slot ( ) http://www.kensington.com/ 2 USB MEMORY connector Connect USB memory (sold separately) here (p. 64). 931 * Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in—until it is firmly in place. 3 PHONES jack Connect headphones here. 4 [VOLUME] dial This dial adjusts the overall volume of the output from the rear panel LINE OUTPUT jacks and PHONES jack.
SD-50_e.book 19 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Names of Things and What They Do Bottom Panel fig.battery-0_e.eps 1 1 Battery compartment Install six commercially available AA nickel-metal hydride batteries or alkaline batteries in the battery compartment. This allows the unit to be used even when the AC adaptor is not connected. Batteries that can be used Please use nickel-metal hydride batteries or alkaline batteries. * Do not use zinc-carbon batteries.
SD-50_e.book 20 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Turning the Power On/Off Before You Turn the Power On Using the AC Adaptor 1. Connect the included AC adaptor and power cord. 2. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC In connector on the rear panel. fig-connect-AC-Adaptor_e.eps Indicator 2 AC adaptor 1 Power cord To an electrical outlet 932 * Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards.
SD-50_e.book 21 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Turning the Power On/Off 2. Making sure that each battery is oriented in the correct polarity (+/–), insert the batteries into the battery compartment. fig.Battery-2.eps 3. Securely close the battery compartment lid. Battery remaining indication When the batteries run low, the BATTERY indicator will light. If you continue use, the BATTERY indicator will blink. Please stop using the unit, and replace the batteries. fig.battery-3_e.
SD-50_e.book 22 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Power On 941 Once the connections have been completed (p. 20), turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. fig.power_e.eps [POWER] switch [VOLUME] dial 1. Verify the following before you turn on the power.
SD-50_e.book 23 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver A driver is software that transfers data between the SD-50 and the application software on your computer when the SD-50 is connected to your computer. The procedure for installation and checking will depend on your system. Perform the following three steps to install and check the driver. The procedure for installation and checking Windows 7 / Windows Vista Windows XP Mac OS X 1. Install the driver p. 24 p. 28 p. 33 2.
SD-50_e.book 24 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver Windows 7/Windows Vista Users Steps to be performed on the SD-50 sound module itself are marked by a Operation of the SD-50 connect the SD-50 to your computer until you are told to do so. symbol. Don’t * The example screen shots included here are taken from Windows 7. 1. With the SD-50 disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables from your computer, with the exception of those for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).
SD-50_e.book 25 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver 5. A user account control confirmation screen will appear. Click [Yes] if you’re using Windows 7, or click [Continue] if you’re using Windows Vista. fig.win7uac_e.eps 6. The screen will indicate “SD-50 Driver will be installed on your computer.” Click [Next]. If any other message appears, proceed as directed by the message. 7. To begin the installation, click [Next] once again. Installation will begin.
SD-50_e.book 26 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver 10. Operation of the SD-50 Switch on the SD-50’s power (p. 20). The driver will be installed automatically. * It can take several minutes for the driver installation to complete. When the installation is completed, the “SD-50 Driver Setup” dialog box will indicate “Installation has been completed.” 11. Click [Close] to close the “SD-50 Driver Setup” dialog box. If the “System Settings Change” dialog box appears, click [Yes].
SD-50_e.book 27 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver Settings when using the SD-50 in Windows Media Player Here’s how to specify the SD-50 as the system default playback device so that it can be used with Windows Media Player. * In “Verifying That You Hear Sound” (p. 38), you’ll use Windows Media Player to play back sample data. Be sure to make the settings described below. 1. Open the “Control Panel,” click the Hardware and [Sound and click Sound].
SD-50_e.book 28 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver Windows XP Users Steps to be performed on the SD-50 sound module itself are marked by a Operation of the SD-50 connect the SD-50 to your computer until you are told to do so. symbol. Don’t 1. With the SD-50 disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables from your computer, with the exception of those for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). 2. Close all currently running software. 3.
SD-50_e.book 29 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver 8. Operation of the SD-50 When the “Ready to install the driver” message appears, use a USB cable to connect the SD-50 to your computer. fig.xpdrv4-e.eps_27 If any other message appears, proceed as directed by the message. 9. Operation of the SD-50 Switch on the SD-50’s power (p. 20). The indication “Found New Hardware” will appear in the lower right corner of your screen.
SD-50_e.book 30 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver 12. If the “Hardware Installation” dialog box appears, click [Continue Anyway] to continue the installation. fig.xpdrv7-e.eps If you are unable to proceed, click [OK] in the dialog box to terminate the installation. Then change the setting as described in “Driver Signing Option Settings (Windows XP)” (p. 99), and perform the installation once again. 13. The screen will indicate “Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard.” Click [Finish].
SD-50_e.book 31 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver Input/Output Device Settings In order to use the SD-50 with your software, you must select the SD-50 as the audio input/output device. For details on how to make this setting, refer to the documentation for the software you’re using. * If you’re unable to select the SD-50 as the audio input/output device in your software, it may be that a problem has occurred. Refer to “Problems with Settings” (p. 94) in the Troubleshooting section.
SD-50_e.book 32 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver Settings when using the SD-50 in Windows Media Player Here’s how to specify the SD-50 as the system default playback device so that it can be used with Windows Media Player. * In “Verifying That You Hear Sound” (p. 38), you’ll use Windows Media Player to play back sample data. Be sure to make the settings described below. 1.
SD-50_e.book 33 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver Mac OS X Users Steps to be performed on the SD-50 sound module itself are marked by a Operation of the SD-50 symbol. Don’t connect the SD-50 to your computer until you are told to do so. * If the “Authenticate” or “Installer requires that you type your password” dialog box appears during the installation, enter an administrator password and click [OK]. * What you actually see on the screen may differ depending on your system. 1.
SD-50_e.book 34 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver 8. In the next screen, click [Continue Installation]. 9. When installation is completed, click [Restart] to restart your computer. * It may take some time for your computer to restart. 10. 11. Operation of the SD-50 Switch off the SD-50’s power (p. 22). Operation of the SD-50 When your computer has restarted, use a USB cable to connect the SD-50 to your computer. 12. Operation of the SD-50 Switch on the SD-50’s power (p. 22).
SD-50_e.book 35 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver Using the SD-50 with iTunes Here’s how to specify the SD-50 as the sound output device so that it can be used with iTunes. In “Verifying That You Hear Sound” (p. 38), you’ll use iTunes to play back sample data. Be sure to make the settings described below. * The content displayed may differ depending on your system. 1. In [System Preferences], click [Sound]. 2. Click the [Output] tab. Select [SD-50 44.1kHz]. 3.
SD-50_e.book 36 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver 4. Click [Add Device] three times. fig.osxadddevice-e.eps Three [New Device] items will appear. 5. Specify the device name for each [New Device]. 1. Select the [New Device] you added, and click [Show Info]. 2. Enter the name in the [Device Name] field. For each [New Device], enter the following names. fig.osxnewdevice-e.
SD-50_e.book 37 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver 7. Check to make sure that MIDI transmission and reception takes place normally. 1. Click “Test Setup.” 2. Turn down the SD-50’s volume. The following step will cause a fairly loud sound to be produced from the SD-50. 3. Click the SD-50’s downward arrow. If the SD-50 produces sound, the settings are correct. fig.XXXXXXXXXXXXX Click Click 4. Click “Test Setup” once again to end the test. 8.
SD-50_e.book 38 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver Verifying That You Hear Sound Now let’s play back some sample data to verify that the connections and settings are correct. 921 * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.
SD-50_e.book 39 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Installing the Driver Playing Back the Sample Data Here we will play back sample data using the standard functionality provided by your operating system. The sample data “TTears(.mp3)” is in the included DVD-ROM. * Copyright law prohibits you from using the song data included with this product for any purpose other than personal enjoyment unless you have obtained permission from the copyright holder.
SD-50_e.book 40 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using Playlist Editor You can create playlists for playing SMFs or audio files on the SD-50 using the Playlist Editor. When using the SD-50 to play backing tracks (accompaniment), it’s convenient to create a playlist that specifies the desired order for the songs. For details on using this, refer to the PDF manual that is installed together with Playlist Editor. Installing Playlist Editor The procedure for installing Playlist Editor will depend on your system.
SD-50_e.book 41 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using Playlist Editor Creating a Playlist Start up Playlist Editor and create a playlist. PlaylistEditor.eps_35 * For details on how to create a playlist, refer to “PlaylistEditorManual.E.pdf” from the “Playlist Editor” help. * You’ll need to use the included “Playlist Editor” to create playlists. They cannot be created on the SD-50 itself. * You can play songs individually without creating a playlist.
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SD-50_e.book 44 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module About the Sound Generator The SD-50’s sound generator has the following two modes. In Normal mode, you can select sounds from the SD-50 itself. For more about selecting sounds, refer to “Selecting a Tone For Each Part” (p. 46). Normal mode This is the normal state of the SD-50. You’ll be able to select and play sounds from three groups: PRESET, GM2, and Solo.
SD-50_e.book 45 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module Explanation of Terms Tone On the SD-50, a “tone” is the unit of sound (e.g., piano, organ, guitar) that you can select. For the available tones, refer to PDF “Tone List.” Drum set A “drum set” is a group of percussion instrument sounds. Since percussion instruments are not usually used to play a melody, it’s not necessary that you be able to play different pitches of the instrument from the keyboard.
SD-50_e.book 46 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module Selecting a Tone For Each Part Selecting From the Tone List Here’s how to select a tone from a list. Refer to PDF “Tone List” for information on the available tones. 1. Press the [PART] button a number of times to access the MIDI part screen. page_part_meter.eps 2. Turn the [VALUE] dial to select the part whose tone you want to change. page_part_meter.eps 3. Press the [INST] button to access the tone list screen.
SD-50_e.book 47 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module Selecting by Category or Group Here’s how to select a tone by category such as piano or organ, or from a group such as PRESET, GM2, or Solo. 1. Press the [PART] button a number of times to access the MIDI part screen. page_part_meter.eps 2. Turn the [VALUE] dial to select the part whose tone you want to change. page_part_meter.eps 3. Press the [INST] button a number of times to access the category group screen.
SD-50_e.book 48 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module Viewing a Tone’s Program Change and Bank Select Numbers Here’s how to check the program change and bank select numbers of the currently selected tone. 1. Press the [INST] button a number of times to access the tone information screen. page_tone_info.
SD-50_e.book 49 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module Adjusting the Settings of Each Part For each part, you can adjust its volume and other settings, and apply effects to the sound. Muting/Soloing a Part You can “mute” a specific part so that it will not produce sound. Conversely, you can “solo” a specific part so that it will play while all of the other parts are muted. 1. Press the [PART] button a number of times to access the MIDI part screen. page_part_meter.eps 2.
SD-50_e.book 50 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module Adjusting Each Part’s Volume Here’s how to adjust the volume of a specific part. 1. Press the [PART] button a number of times to access the MIDI part screen. page_part_meter.eps 2. Turn the [VALUE] dial to select the part whose volume you want to adjust, and then press the [ENTER] button twice. page_part_meter-100.eps 3. Turn the [VALUE] dial to adjust the setting.
SD-50_e.book 51 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module Adjusting the Pan and Effect Depth You can specify the pan (stereo position) of each part, and adjust the depth of the reverb and chorus effects for each part. 1. Press the [PART] button a number of times to access the Part Edit screen. page_part_edit-1.eps 2. Turn the [VALUE] dial to select the effect whose settings you want to adjust, and then press the [ENTER] button. page_part_edit-3.
SD-50_e.book 52 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module Adjusting the Effect Settings Here’s how to adjust the effect settings and other settings of the studio set. 1. Press the [PART] button a number of times to access the Studio Set Edit screen. page_studio_edit.eps 2. Turn the [VALUE] dial to select the item you want to edit, and then press the [ENTER] button. page_studio_edit-2.
SD-50_e.book 53 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module 3. Turn the [VALUE] dial to adjust the setting. The effect settings you adjust will be saved in internal memory if you save the studio set (p. 52).
SD-50_e.book 54 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Sound Module Saving a Studio Set You can save the studio set you’ve edited. This means that the sounds you’ve selected for the SD-50’s parts, as well as other settings, will be saved in internal memory. You can save three different studio sets in internal memory. 1. Edit the studio set as desired. Make settings as described in “Selecting a Tone For Each Part” (p. 46), “Adjusting the Settings of Each Part” (p.
SD-50_e.book 55 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an Audio Interface By connecting the SD-50 to your computer, you can use it as an audio interface. This also allows you to connect a microphone or guitar, and record your vocal or instrumental performance into the computer. 983 * Howling could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. This can be remedied by: 1. Changing the orientation of the microphone(s). 2.
SD-50_e.book 56 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an Audio Interface Listening to Playback from Your Computer 1. Use a USB cable to connect the SD-50 to your computer. 2. Play back an audio file (e.g., WAV or MP3) on your computer. The playback of your computer will be heard from the SD-50. Recording Your Microphone or Guitar If you connect a microphone or guitar to the SD-50, you’ll be able to record a vocal or guitar performance into the computer.
SD-50_e.book 57 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an Audio Interface Adjust the input level 1. Press the [PART] button a number of times to access the audio part screen. The level meters will appear. page_audio_meter-mic.eps 2. Turn the [SENS] knob to adjust the input volume. In order to record with the best audio quality, use the [SENS] knob to increase the level as far as possible without allowing an overload to occur; i.e., don’t let the level meter reach the maximum point.
SD-50_e.book 58 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an Audio Interface Recording Sound From the Line Input You can connect your portable audio player or other audio device to the SD-50’s line input, and record the sound into the computer from that device. Getting Ready to Record Connect your audio device 1. Use a USB cable to connect the SD-50 to your computer. 2. Connect your portable audio player or other audio device to the LINE IN jack. Adjust the input level 1.
SD-50_e.book 59 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an Audio Interface Input/Output and Effect Settings Here you can apply an effect to the external audio input via a microphone or guitar, and specify how the audio is to be output. 1. Press the [PART] button a number of times to access the Audio Setting screen. page_audio_setting-1.eps 2. Turn the [VALUE] dial to select the item you want to edit, and then press the [ENTER] button. page_audio_setting-3.
SD-50_e.book 60 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as a MIDI Interface You can connect a MIDI keyboard to the SD-50 and use it as a MIDI interface for your computer. This lets you create song data by playing your MIDI keyboard. For details on how to make the necessary settings, refer to the user’s guide for the software you’re using. If the SD-50 is not connected to a computer, you can use your MIDI keyboard to play the SD-50’s sound generator. When connected to a computer fig.
SD-50_e.book 61 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player The SD-50 can function as a music player that can play SMF or audio files. You can use your computer to create a “playlist” that specifies a playback order for “songs” (SMF/audio files), and then transfer this via USB memory and use it on the SD-50. In addition to playing songs in the order specified by a playlist, you can also select and play individual songs from the playlist.
SD-50_e.book 62 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player What is SMF? SMF (Standard MIDI File) is a data format that was created in order to standardize music data across manufacturers. Many collections of SMF music data are available in a wide range of musical styles for listening enjoyment, instrument practice, or karaoke. SMF/audio files that can be played SMF MID Format 0 or 1 * SMF format 1 limits the tracks that can be played back.
SD-50_e.book 63 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player Listening to the Demo Songs Here’s how to listen to the demo songs that are built into the SD-50. 1. Switch on the SD-50’s power (p. 22). 2. Press the [PLAYER] button twice; the playlist screen will appear. The button’s indicator will light. fig.screen_play_list.eps 3. Turn the [VALUE] dial to move the cursor to “Demo Songs.” page_play_list-demo1.eps 4. Press the [ ]. Playback will start from the first demo song.
SD-50_e.book 64 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player Playing Back Selecting a Song 1. Connect USB memory containing playlists and songs to the SD-50. 2. Press the [PLAYER] button a number of times to access the playlist screen. The button’s indicator will light. fig.screen_play_list.eps * If a is shown at the left of the playlist name, you cannot edit that playlist’s settings or change the settings of the songs within that playlist. 3.
SD-50_e.book 65 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player 6. Press the [ENTER] button. The play screen will appear. page_song_player-opening.eps Playing a Song 1. From the play screen, press the [ ] button to start playing the song.
SD-50_e.book 66 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player Adjusting the volume of the song 1. In the play screen, turn the [VALUE] dial. The screen will appear as follows, you can change the volume. You can also adjust the song volume from the audio part screen (p. 59). page_song_playe-volumer.eps Chain Play / Repeat All settings You can use Chain Play for the songs in the playlist, or play all songs repeatedly.
SD-50_e.book 67 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player A-B Repeat This lets you repeatedly play back a specific region within a song. This is a convenient way to listen repeatedly to a passage of interest. 1. Play back the song. 2. During playback, press the [ ] button. Start point (A) has now been specified. The [ ] button’s indicator will blink. 3. Press the [ ] button once again. End point (B) has now been specified. The [ ] button’s indicator will light.
SD-50_e.book 68 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player Changing the Tempo 1. Play back a song. * If you change the tempo while the song is stopped, the song’s playback tempo will not be changed. 2. Press the [TEMPO] button. The tempo screen will appear. page_tempo.eps Audio MIDI 3. Turn the [VALUE] dial. The song’s tempo will change. When you play back a MIDI file, the [TEMPO] button’s indicator will blink in time with the tempo.
SD-50_e.book 69 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player Using Minus-One and Center Cancel (MINUS ONE/CENTER CANCEL) When playing back a song, you can use these functions to mute the specified part(s) so that you can perform it yourself, or minimize the melodic portion so that you can perform it. If you’ve connected a microphone or guitar, you can use the SD-50 to play back an accompaniment while you perform on vocals or guitar. 1.
SD-50_e.book 70 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player Selecting Favorite Songs (FAVORITE) You can register up to three songs as “favorites,” so they can later be instantly recalled at the press of a button. Registering a Favorite Song 1. Access the song list (p. 64). fig.page_song_list.eps 2. Press the [FAVORITE] button for a number of seconds until the REGIST SONG screen appears. page_regist_favorite.eps 3. Press one of the [PART](1) – [PLAYER](3) buttons.
SD-50_e.book 71 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Using the SD-50 as an SMF/Audio Player Adjusting the Input/Output Volume Here’s how to adjust the playback level for an SMF or audio file, or adjust the input level for a microphone or guitar. 1. Press the [PART] button a number of times to access the audio part screen. page_audio_meter.eps 2. Turn the [VALUE] dial to select the item that you want to edit, and then press the [ENTER] button.
SD-50_e.book 72 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 System Settings Here you can make “system” settings that apply to the overall operation of the SD-50, such as the tuning and the brightness of the display. Basic Procedure for System Settings 1. Press the [MENU] button. The menu screen will appear. menu-1.eps 2. Turn the [VALUE] dial to select the parameter that you want to edit, and then press the [ENTER] button. The value of the selected parameter will be highlighted. menu-2.eps 3.
SD-50_e.book 73 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 System Settings System Setting List Indication Range Explanation LCD Contrast 1–10 Adjusts the brightness of the display. Higher settings make the display brighter. GM TYPE CLASSICAL, CONTEMPORARY Switches the GM sound type. • Classical The basic sound set that blends well with an ensemble. You can also choose this if GM2 data compatibility is important. • Contemporary A sound set that emphasizes the realism of each instrument.
SD-50_e.book 74 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Utility Functions Utility functions let you perform various operations for the SD-50 and for USB memory. Settings (user data) you made on the SD-50 can be saved to USB memory, and data from USB memory can be returned to the SD-50. Utility functions Item Function Page BACKUP Back up user data p. 75 RESTORE Restore backed-up data into the SD-50 p. 75 USB MEM FORMAT Format (initialize) USB memory p.
SD-50_e.book 75 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Utility Functions Backing Up User Data (BACKUP) Here’s how to save user data to USB memory. This operation is called “backup.” 1. Connect your USB memory device to the SD-50. 2. In the utility screen, select “User Backup.” page_util-back.eps 3. Press the [ENTER] button. The following screen will appear. back-up-dialog.eps To cancel without executing, press the [EXIT] button. 4. To execute the backup, press the [ENTER] button.
SD-50_e.book 76 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Utility Functions 3. Press the [ENTER] button. The following screen will appear. Restore-dialog.eps To cancel without restoring, press the [EXIT] button. 4. To execute the restore operation, press the [ENTER] button. When the restore is completed, the following screen will appear. page_power_off.eps 5. Turn the SD-50’s power off, then on again. Formatting USB Memory (USB MEM FORMAT) Here’s how to format USB memory.
SD-50_e.book 77 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Utility Functions Returning to the Factory Settings (FACTORY RESET) Here’s how you can return all settings in the SD-50 to their factory-set condition. This operation is called “factory reset.” If the SD-50 contains important data you’ve created, be aware that all of your data will be lost when the factory reset operation is executed. If you want to keep your data, save it to USB memory before you proceed. 1. In the utility screen, select “Factory Reset.
SD-50_e.book 78 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Utility Functions Viewing Information About the SD-50 (INFORMATION) Here’s how to view the version of the SD-50’s system software, and the remaining battery power. 1. In the utility screen, select “INFORMATION.” page_util-infor.eps 2. Press the [ENTER] button. The following screen will appear. page_system_info.eps Press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen.
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SD-50_e.book 80 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Controlling DAW Software When the SD-50 is connected to your computer, you can use the SD-50 to control your DAW software. For example, you can press the SD-50’s [ ] button to play a song in your DAW software. fig.connect-MIDI-Cont_e.eps MIDI Signal flow SD-50 Computer Press The MIDI messages transmitted from the SD-50 are compatible with Mackie Logic Control.
SD-50_e.book 81 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 About V-LINK What is V-LINK? V-LINK ( ) is a function that lets you present music and video simultaneously. When V-LINK compatible devices are connected via MIDI, you’ll be able to easily enjoy a variety of visual effects that are linked to the expressive elements of your performance. For example, if you use the SD-50 with the EDIROL P-10, you’ll be able to do the following.
SD-50_e.book 82 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 About V-LINK Turning V-LINK On/Off 1. Press the [V-LINK] button. The button will light, and the following screen will appear. fig.screen_vlink.eps V-LINK will turn on. When the V-LINK button is on, the video can be controlled in tandem with operations of the SD-50. 2. Press the [V-LINK] button once again. The V-LINK button will go out, and V-LINK will turn off.
SD-50_e.book 83 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Driver Settings The settings window of the SD-50 driver allows you to make settings such as the audio input/output buffer size. Decreasing the buffer size will decrease the latency and improve the realtime response. However, depending on the processing power of your computer and the complexity of your song data, this may make clicks and pops during recording or playback more likely.
SD-50_e.book 84 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Driver Settings About the Items in the Settings Dialog Box fig.driver-e.eps 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 No. Setting Description Audio Buffer Size This lets you adjust the buffer size for the audio input/output. (The default setting is the sixth position from the left.) * If you change the buffer size, you must restart the application that’s using the SD-50, or if you’re using an application that has an audio device test function, you must execute that test function.
SD-50_e.book 85 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Driver Settings MAC OS X Users 1. Use a USB cable to connect the SD-50 to your computer, then switch on the SD-50’s power. 2. In “System Preferences,” click “SD-50.” The Driver Settings screen will appear. About the Items in the Settings Dialog Box fig.Driverset-mac-e.eps 1 2 3 No. Setting Description 1 Audio Buffer Size This adjusts the driver’s audio input/output buffer size.
SD-50_e.book 86 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Reinstalling the Driver If a problem occurred while installing the driver, use the following procedure to reinstall it. 1. Uninstall the SD-50 driver as described in “Removing the driver.” 2. Install the driver once again as described in “Installing the Driver” (p. 23). Removing the Driver Your computer may fail to correctly recognize the SD-50 if the driver could not be installed according to the specified procedure.
SD-50_e.book 87 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Reinstalling the Driver Mac OS X Users 1. Start up your computer with all USB cables disconnected. Make sure that all USB cables other than those for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used) are disconnected. 2. Insert the included DVD-ROM into the DVD-ROM drive of your computer. 3. Double-click one of the following icons on the DVD-ROM to start up the uninstaller. OS Uninstaller Mac OS X 10.6 or later [SD50_Uninstaller] (/Driver/10.6) Mac OS X 10.
SD-50_e.book 88 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting If you experience a problem, read this chapter first. It contains information that may help you solve the problem. If the information here does not help you solve the problem, try accessing the Roland website. If you are still unable to solve the problem, please contact a service location listed at the end of this manual. Problems Using The SD-50 as a Player If a message appears in the screen during use, refer to “Error Messages” (p. 104).
SD-50_e.book 89 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Even though you set a tone’s pan all the way to one channel, sound is still heard from the opposite channel The SD-50’s built-in effects are stereo. This means that if you’ve applied an internal effect, the effect sound will still be heard from the opposite channel even if a tone is panned all the way to one side.
SD-50_e.book 90 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting • Could there be system exclusive data at the locations where the playback lags? Try changing the location of the system exclusive data. Since system exclusive messages involve a large amount of data, they can place a significant processing load on the sequencer or sound module. Try changing the location of the data, or if possible, replace the system exclusive data with a control change.
SD-50_e.book 91 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Problems with USB Memory Song does not play This might be due to one of the following reasons. • Is a “?” symbol shown in the list of songs for the playlist? USB memory is not recognized Files are not displayed • It may be that the USB memory has not been formatted correctly. If the USB memory was formatted by a device other than the SD-50, use the SD-50 to format it (p. 76). Can’t back up to USB memory Check the following points.
SD-50_e.book 92 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Problems that Can Occur when Connected to a Computer For help with Windows or Mac OS X operation, refer to the documentation for your computer or operating system. Problems when Installing the Driver Can’t start up the installer Is the DVD-ROM inserted correctly in your DVDROM drive? Make sure that the DVD-ROM is correctly inserted in the DVDROM drive.
SD-50_e.book 93 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Could other software be running, perhaps in the background (such as anti-virus software)? The installation may not occur correctly if other software is running. Be sure to close all other software before you perform the installation. Installation is not successfully completed After you connect the SD-50, it may take several minutes before it is recognized by your computer This is not a malfunction.
SD-50_e.book 94 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Problems with Settings Can’t select/use the SD-50 within software or in system settings Could the SD-50 be in use by other software? Close all software you currently have running. Next, switch off the SD-50’s power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, reinstall the driver. ➝ “Reinstalling the Driver” (p.
SD-50_e.book 95 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Problems with Playback or Recording Can’t play or record Was the driver installed correctly? Could you have disconnected and reconnected the USB cable while using the SD-50? Driver installation may have failed. Reinstall the driver. Close all software that uses the SD-50, disconnect the SD-50’s USB cable, and then reconnect it. ➝ “Reinstalling the Driver” (p. 86) If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer.
SD-50_e.book 96 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting No sound from your computer’s speakers If you connect the SD-50 to your computer, sound will not be heard from your computer’s speakers This is not a malfunction. Connect your headphones or audio playback system (external monitors) to the SD-50.
SD-50_e.book 97 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Check the power management settings Try disabling the LAN You may be able to eliminate clicks and pops by changing your system’s power management settings. In your computer’s Device Manager, try disabling LAN (wired/ wireless). ➝ “Power Management Settings” (p. 100) If this eliminates the clicks and pops, it may be that updating your LAN driver or BIOS may solve the problem. Check whether updated software is available.
SD-50_e.book 98 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Try adjusting “Hardware Acceleration” in the advanced display properties (Windows XP) In some cases, adjusting your graphics acceleration settings may solve problems with noise during audio playback. ➝ “Hardware Acceleration Settings (Windows XP)” (p.
SD-50_e.book 99 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Settings for Your Computer that Can Prevent Problems This section explains how to make settings on your computer to avoid the problems described in “Problems that Can Occur when Connected to a Computer” (p. 92). Driver Signing Option Settings (Windows XP) Driver installation may not be possible due to your settings for “Driver Signing Options.” Refer to the following, and make the appropriate settings.
SD-50_e.book 100 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Power Management Settings If you experience problems such as interrupted notes or dropouts in the sound, you may be able to solve the problem by changing your computer’s power management settings. Windows 7 users Windows Vista users 1. Open the “Control Panel,” click [System and Maintenance], and then click [Power Options]. If you’re using the Classic view, double-click the [Power Options] icon. 2.
SD-50_e.book 101 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting System “Performance” Settings (Windows) Windows Vista users 1. Open the “Control Panel,” click [System and Maintenance], and click [System]. You may be able to solve the problem by changing the “Performance” setting of the system as described below. Windows 7 users If you’re using the Classic view, double-click the [System] icon. 2. In the list of “tasks” shown at the left, click [Advanced System Settings]. 1.
SD-50_e.book 102 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting System Volume Settings Windows 7 users 1. Open the “Control Panel,” and switch “View by:” to Windows XP users 1. Open the “Control Panel,” and double-click [Sounds and Audio Devices]. If you’re using the Classic view, double-click “Sounds and Audio Devices.” “Category.” 2. Click the [Audio] tab. 2. Click [Hardware and Sound], and then click [Adjust system volume]. 3. The volume mixer will appear.
SD-50_e.book 103 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Troubleshooting Voice communication Software Settings (Windows 7) Windows Monitoring Function Settings (Windows 7) If you’re using voice communication software, the volume of the audio device might be adjusted automatically according to the status of your conversation. If the monitoring function of Windows is enabled, the input sound might be heard in duplicate (doubled) or might cause an oscillating loop (feedback).
SD-50_e.book 104 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Error Messages If an incorrect operation is performed, or if processing could not be performed as you specified, an error message will appear. Refer to the explanation for the error message that appears, and take the appropriate action. Message Meaning Action USB Mem Not Ready! USB memory is not connected. Connect USB memory. Failed to load data from USB memory. Make sure that USB memory is correctly connected. It may be that the file is damaged.
SD-50_e.book 105 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Settings Saved as User Data The following settings are saved when you back up user data (p. 75). System settings (p. 75) Setting LCD Contrast Master Tune Output Gain Battery Mastering PowerSave Power Off Input/output volume settings (p. 71) Setting Mic/Line Input MP3/Audio Player SMF Player Audio settings (p. 59) Setting Mic Input SW Mic Echo Level Audio Input Att Direct Mon Sw Direct Mon Level TG to COMPUTER Studio set (p.
SD-50_e.book 106 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Solo Tone Solo Tone The Solo sounds and how to play them The Solo sounds allow you to reproduce the natural tonal changes (changes in dynamics) that are distinctive of each instrument as you range from delicate soft notes to strongly played powerful notes—not merely changes in the volume. * Dynamics can be controlled by Note-on Velocity, Modulation controller (CC01), and Expression (CC11).
SD-50_e.book 107 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Solo Tone Features of the Solo sounds Sound Features Violin • If you play two or more notes simultaneously, a chord will sound, simulating the double-stop playing technique of a violin. When all notes turn off, the instrument will return to mono mode. * Vibrato will not automatically be applied below the lowest note that a violin can sound (note number 55). This simulates the resonance of the open strings.
SD-50_e.book 108 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 MIDI Implementation Chart Date : Jan. 5, 2010 Version : 1.00 MIDI Implementation Chart Model SD-50 Transmitted Recognized Remarks Function...
SD-50_e.book 109 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Specifications SD-50: 128 Voices Sound Module with Audio Interface Sampling Frequency USB Audio: 44.1 kHz AD/DA Conversion: 44.
SD-50_e.book 110 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Specifications Power Supply DC 9 V (AC Adaptor) Battery (AA x 6, ALKALIN or Ni-MH) USB Bus power available Expected battery life under continuous use Nickel-metal hydride: 4 hours Alkaline: 3 hours * These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. Current Draw 500 mA (Bus power) 400 mA (AC Adaptor, Battery) Dimensions 249.9 (W) x 166.9 (D) x 55.15 (H) mm 9-7/8(W) x 6-5/8 (D) x 2-3/16 (H) inches Weight 0.
SD-50_e.book 111 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Index A D A-B Repeat ................................................................................. 67 15 AC Adaptor ......................................................................... 12, 20 Alkaline batteries ....................................................................... 19 Audio Input Att .......................................................................... 59 Audio Input/Output Device .............................................
SD-50_e.book 112 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 Index M R ................................................................................... 45 MEDIUM HALL ............................................................................ 52 MEDIUM ROOM .......................................................................... 52 [MENU] Button ........................................................................... 14 Mic Echo Level .........................................................................
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SD-50_e.book 116 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : Type of Equipment : Responsible Party : Address : Telephone : fig.15_WEEE_Small.eps For EU Countries 116 SD-50 Sound Module with Audio Interface Cakewalk, Inc.
SD-50_e.book 117 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 fig.16_ChineseRoHS.eps For China fig.17_Proposition65.eps For C.A. US (Proposition 65) WARNING This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.
SD-50_e.book 118 ページ 2010年1月25日 月曜日 午前10時52分 fig.05.eps For the U.K. IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. BLUE: BROWN: NEUTRAL LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
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