Roland Music Mixer VS 100 User Guide

Hardware Manual  
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY  
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices  
About the Symbols  
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or  
Used for instructions intended to alert the  
user to the risk of death or severe injury  
should the unit be used improperly.  
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 injury or material  
damage should the unit be used  
improperly.  
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be  
carried out (are forbidden).The specific thing that must  
not be done is indicated by the design contained within  
the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that  
the unit must never be disassembled.  
* Material damage refers to damage or  
other adverse effects caused with  
respect to the home and all its  
furnishings, as well to domestic animals  
or pets.  
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be  
carried out.The specific thing that must be done is  
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the  
case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord  
plug must be unplugged from the outlet.  
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING  
Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or  
its AC adaptor.  
Never install the unit in any of the following  
locations.  
Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct  
sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a  
heating duct, on top of heat-generating  
equipment); or are  
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Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace  
parts within it (except when this manual  
provides specific instructions directing you to  
do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the  
nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized  
Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information”  
page.  
Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors);  
or are  
Exposed to steam or smoke; or are  
Subject to salt exposure; or are  
Humid; or are  
Exposed to rain; or are  
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Dusty or sandy; or are  
Subject to high levels of vibration and  
shakiness.  
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Make sure you always have the unit placed so it  
is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it  
on stands that could wobble, or on inclined  
surfaces.  
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY  
Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with  
the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the  
installation matches the input voltage specified  
on the AC adaptor's body. Other AC adaptors  
may use a different polarity, or be designed for a  
different voltage, so their use could result in  
damage, malfunction, or electric shock.  
Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC  
adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing  
by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service  
Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as  
listed on the “Information” page when:  
The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or  
the plug has been damaged; or  
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If smoke or unusual odor occurs  
Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been  
spilled onto the unit; or  
Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also,  
the supplied power cord must not be used with  
any other device.  
The unit has been exposed to rain (or  
otherwise has become wet); or  
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The unit does not appear to operate  
normally or exhibits a marked change in  
performance.  
Do not excessively twist or bend the power  
cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can  
damage the cord, producing severed elements  
and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and  
shock hazards!  
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In households with small children, an adult  
should provide supervision until the child is  
capable of following all the rules essential for  
the safe operation of the unit.  
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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.  
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Protect the unit from strong impact.  
(Do not drop it!)  
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Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to  
share an outlet with an unreasonable number of  
other devices. Be especially careful when using  
extension cords—the total power used by all  
devices you have connected to the extension  
cord’s outlet must never exceed the power  
rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord.  
Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the  
cord to heat up and eventually melt through.  
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Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable  
material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind  
(water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.  
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Before using the unit in a foreign country,  
consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland  
Service Center, or an authorized Roland  
distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.  
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DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional  
audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of  
a level that could cause permanent hearing loss.  
Damage to speakers or other system  
components may result.  
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY  
The unit and the AC adaptor should be located  
so their location or position does not interfere  
with their proper ventilation.  
Whenever you suspect the possibility of  
lightning in your area, disconnect the AC  
adaptor from the outlet.  
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Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor  
cord when plugging into, or unplugging from,  
an outlet or this unit.  
Keep any ground terminal screw you may  
remove and the included ferrite core in a safe  
place out of children's reach, so there is no  
chance of them being swallowed accidentally.  
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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  
Always turn the phantom power off when  
connecting any device other than condenser  
microphones that require phantom power. You  
risk causing damage if you mistakenly supply  
phantom power to dynamic microphones,  
audio playback devices, or other devices that  
don’t require such power. Be sure to check the  
specifications of any microphone you intend to  
use by referring to the manual that came with  
it.  
insulation and lead to fire.  
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Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming  
entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be  
placed so they are out of the reach of children.  
(This instrument’s phantom power: 48 V DC,  
5 mA maximum per channel.)  
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Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects  
on the unit.  
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Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with  
wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging  
from, an outlet or this unit.  
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Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC  
adaptor and all cords coming from external  
devices.  
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Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and  
unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 38).  
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IMPORTANT NOTES  
Power Supply  
Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on  
which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar  
the surface.  
You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to  
prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make sure  
that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.  
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. If it is not practical to use a separate  
electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between  
this unit and the electrical outlet.  
Maintenance  
For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or  
one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove  
stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-  
abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit  
thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.  
The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of  
consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.  
Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the  
power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or  
damage to speakers or other devices.  
Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to  
avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.  
Placement  
Handling CD-ROMs  
Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment  
Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded  
surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may not  
be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially  
available CD cleaner.  
containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To  
alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or  
move it farther away from the source of interference.  
This device may interfere with radio and television reception.  
Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.  
Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices,  
such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit.  
Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or  
while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you  
should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater  
distance from this unit, or switch them off.  
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices  
that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or  
otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat  
can deform or discolor the unit.  
When moved from one location to another where the  
temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets  
(condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or  
malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this  
condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it  
to stand for several hours, until the condensation has  
completely evaporated.  
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IMPORTANT NOTES  
Using SD Memory Cards  
Copyright  
Carefully insert the SD memory card all the way in—until it is  
firmly in place.  
Recording, duplication, distribution, sale, lease, performance,  
or broadcast of copyrighted material (musical works, visual  
works, broadcasts, live performances, etc.) belonging to a  
third party in part or in whole without the permission of the  
copyright owner is forbidden by law.  
This product can be used to record or duplicate audio or visual  
material without being limited by certain technological copy-  
protection measures. This is due to the fact that this product is  
intended to be used for the purpose of producing original  
music or video material, and is therefore designed so that  
material that does not infringe copyrights belonging to others  
(for example, your own original works) can be recorded or  
duplicated freely.  
Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a  
copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsibility  
whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party  
copyrights arising through your use of this unit.  
Never touch the terminals of the SD memory card. Also, avoid  
getting the terminals dirty.  
SD memory cards are constructed using precision  
components; handle the cards carefully, paying particular  
note to the following.  
Additional Precautions  
Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s  
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks  
and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.  
To prevent damage to the cards from static electricity, be  
sure to discharge any static electricity from your own body  
before handling the cards.  
Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the  
contact portion of the cards.  
Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.  
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 (storage temperature: -25 to 85C).  
Do not allow cards to become wet.  
To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s  
volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use  
headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those  
around you (especially when it is late at night).  
Do not disassemble or modify the cards.  
When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box  
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you  
will need to use equivalent packaging materials.  
Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables  
that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use  
of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low,  
or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications,  
contact the manufacturer of the cable.  
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System section............................................................................................................18  
Control surface screen .............................................................................................19  
Channel strip section................................................................................................20  
Playing back a file...........................................................................................................................30  
Selecting a file to play back....................................................................................30  
Viewing file information..........................................................................................31  
Inserting markers.......................................................................................................32  
Loop playback (A-B REPEAT)..................................................................................33  
Using the metronome ..................................................................................................................34  
Recording while playing back a file.........................................................................................35  
Deleting a file...................................................................................................................................36  
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Connecting computers and audio equipments..................................................................39  
Turning the power on.............................................................................................................. 40  
Using the compressors and equalizers.............................................................................. 48  
Turning on the compressors and equalizers........................................................................48  
Sampling frequency setting.......................................................................................................52  
Operations in the system setting screen...........................................................54  
Block Diagram ............................................................................................................................ 56  
About V-LINK............................................................................................................................... 57  
Error Message List ..................................................................................................................... 58  
Specifications.............................................................................................................................. 60  
Index .............................................................................................................................................. 62  
Information.................................................................................................................................. 67  
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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES”  
(Hardware manual p. 3; p. 6). 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, Hardware manual and Getting started should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on  
hand as a convenient reference.  
Copyright © 2009 ROLAND CORPORATION  
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of  
ROLAND CORPORATION.  
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permission of the copyright holder is prohibited by law. Additionally, this data must not be copied, nor used in a secondary  
copyrighted work without the permission of the copyright holder.  
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., includes newer sounds), so what you actually  
see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.  
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Overview  
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Overview of the SONAR V-STUDIO 100  
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High-end spec audio interface functions  
USB 2.0 audio interface supporting 8-in/6-out and 24-bit/96 kHz  
Extraneous noise-resistant balanced input/output  
Two XLR input jacks with microphone preamps and phantom power  
Carefully selected parts are used to ensure transparent sound, ensuring spacious and high-quality recordings  
Equipped with a wide variety of input/output terminals that provide connective compatibility with any equipment.  
High-impedance (Hi-Z) terminals for directly connecting guitars or basses  
Both MIDI input/output and digital input terminals packed onto the compact body  
Low latency driver supporting WDM/ASIO 2.0  
Compact control surface  
Connection with SONAR provides a comfortable editing environment  
Equipped with a 100 mm motor fader  
Touch-sensitive capability-smooth operation with great precision  
Equipped with an assignable encoder and a multitude of buttons  
Intuitive control of mixing parameters with visual feedback on the main unit’s LCD screen  
Can be used as a physical controller for other software such as Logic  
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Overview of the SONAR V-STUDIO 100  
fig.fader.eps  
A digital mixer that supports a range of inputs  
A digital mixer with 8 channel input  
High quality sound design through digital signal processing with internal 40-bit computing  
A compressor and a 3-band parametric equalizer for analog input  
WAVE recorder function  
Directly record sample or performance onto an SD card  
Connecting to a computer is not necessary. The SONAR V-STUDIO 100 can be used as a standalone WAVE recorder.  
Digital recording at up to 24-bit/96kHz  
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The WAVE recorder function is available only when the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is not connected to a computer via USB.  
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Panel Descriptions  
Input/output component  
Front panel  
fig.front01.eps  
1. INPUT 1L/INPUT 2R  
[Hi-Z] button  
Analog audio signal input jacks with a microphone preamp.  
This switch changes the input impedance. Set this switch as  
appropriate for the device that you’ve connected to the  
INPUT 1L LINE jack.  
You can use the [SENS] knob to adjust the input level of  
INPUT 1L/INPUT 2R. The level is displayed on the screen. (See  
p. 18.)  
If you’ve connected a guitar or bass, press this switch inward  
to turn it on.  
interface function.  
If nothing is connected, leave this switch in the off position.  
The [Hi-Z] button affects only the LINE jack of INPUT 1L. It  
does not change the impedance of the MIC jack for INPUT 1L,  
nor of the LINE jack of INPUT 2R.  
MIC (XLR balanced input)  
This input supports a 48 V phantom power supply and is  
compatible with condenser microphones that support a  
phantom power supply. If using a phantom-compatible  
microphone, turn on the phantom power supply switch. (See  
p. 16.)  
2. SD card slot  
Insert an SD card for the WAVE recorder here. For more  
information, see p. 28.  
LINE (1/4” TRS balanced input)  
3. Headphone output  
TRS balanced type line input terminal.  
This output delivers the same signal as the MAIN output. To  
adjust the headphone volume, use the [VOLUME] knob.  
The INPUT 1L jack supports high-impedance input. If you  
connect a guitar, turn on the [Hi-Z] button.  
You can also connect an unbalanced plug to this input.  
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Panel Descriptions  
Rear panel  
fig.rear01.eps  
4. Cord hook  
10. Grounding terminal  
Hook the AC adapter’s cord here, see p. 38.  
Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you  
may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that  
the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this  
device, microphones connected to it, or the metal portions of  
other objects, such as guitars. This is due to an infinitesimal  
electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if  
you are concerned about this, connect the ground terminal  
(see figure) with an external ground. When the unit is  
grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the  
particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the  
connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service  
Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the  
“Information” page.  
5. Power switch  
Turn the power on/off. For more information, see p. 40.  
6. DC IN jack  
Connect the DC plug of the supplied AC adaptor here.  
7. USB connector  
Use a USB cable to connect the V-STUDIO 100 to a personal  
computer.  
8. MIDI connectors (MIDI OUT/V-LINK and MIDI IN)  
Unsuitable places for connection  
When the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is connected to a computer,  
these connectors work as 1 in/1 out USB MIDI interfaces.  
Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)  
Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)  
Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be  
dangerous in the event of lightning)  
When the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is not connected to a  
connector for V-LINK.  
9. Footswitch connector  
Connect a footswitch (sold separately) here.  
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This product is equipped with balanced (XLR/TRS) type  
jacks. Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown below.  
Make connections after first checking the wiring  
diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect.  
You can use a footswitch to control the WAVE recorder  
function or start and stop SONAR VS.  
For more information about footswitch, see “Connecting  
footswitches” (p. 46).  
TIP:  
RING: COLD  
SLEEVE: GND  
HOT  
2: HOT  
1: GND  
3: COLD  
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Panel Descriptions  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
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15. MAIN OUTPUT 1 and 2 (1/4” TRS balanced output)  
Analog audio signal output jacks  
11. INPUT 3L/MONO and 4R (1/4” TRS balanced input)  
These outputs deliver the signals of the MAIN MIX, WAVE  
recorder and USB audio playback (OUT 1/2) from the mixer.  
Analog audio signal input jacks for line input. If you only plug  
into one INPUT 3L/MONO jack, it will function as a mono  
input.  
16. OUTPUT 3 and 4 (1/4” TRS balanced output)  
Analog audio signal output jacks.  
These inputs correspond to input 3-4 in the USB audio  
interface function.  
These outputs deliver the signal from USB audio OUT 3/4.  
12. INPUT 5L and 6R (RCA pin input)  
17. OUTPUT 5L and 6R (RCA pin output jack)  
Analog audio signal output jacks  
Analog audio signal input jacks for line input. These inputs  
correspond to input 5-6 in the USB audio interface function.  
These outputs deliver the signal from the USB audio OUT 5/6.  
13. COAXIAL IN (7/8) (coaxial digital input)  
This terminal supports 24-bit/96kHz digital signals.  
[PLAYBACK] knob  
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These inputs correspond to input 7-8 in the USB audio  
interface function.  
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If you connect the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 to a computer, you  
must match the sampling frequency of the input signal to  
that of the SONAR V-STUDIO 100. For more information  
about setting the sampling frequency, see “Sampling  
frequency setting” (p. 52).  
14. Phantom power switch  
This switch supplies phantom power to the INPUT 1L and  
INPUT 2R XLR terminals.  
Use this knob to adjust the volume of the USB audio playback  
(OUT 1/2) that is output from the MAIN OUTPUT 1/2 and the  
headphone terminal.  
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You must only turn on this switch if connecting a  
microphone that needs phantom power. Supplying phantom  
power to dynamic microphones or audio reproducing  
equipment may cause a failure. For more information about  
the specifications of your microphone, see its manual.  
Phantom power supply of SONAR V-STUDIO 100:  
DC 48 V, 5 mA maximum per channel  
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Panel Descriptions  
Digital mixer component  
fig.mixer01.eps  
Input section  
fig.01.eps  
1. [PAN] knob (INPUT 1L/INPUT 2R)  
Use this knob to adjust the balance between the right and left channels of the signal that is input from the INPUT 1L/2R.  
2. [COMP/EQ] button  
Use this button to turn the compressors and equalizers on and off for each channel. For more information, see “Using the  
compressors and equalizers” (p. 48).  
3. Level knob  
Use this knob to adjust the mixing level for each channel.  
4. [MAIN MIX] knob  
Use this knob to adjust the main volume after mixing.  
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Panel Descriptions  
System section  
fig.02.eps  
5. Compressor/equalizer setting button  
8. Display screen  
Use this button to switch the display on the setting screen  
between the compressor and the equalizer when using these  
effects.  
This screen displays a range of information. When you press  
the [DISPLAY] button, the level meter screen is displayed.  
Level meter screen  
fig.lvl-meter.eps  
For more information about using the compressors and  
equalizers, see “Using the compressors and equalizers” (p.  
48).  
6. [THRES/LO]/[R1] knob, [RATIO/MID]/[R2] knob and  
[GAIN/HI]/[R3] knob  
The functions of these knobs depend on the status of the  
1. The input level of each INPUT  
INPUT 1/2 shows the level after the signal passes through  
the [SENS] knob.  
When the equalizer setting screen is displayed  
Use these knobs to change each parameter of the equalizer.  
2. USB audio (OUT 1/2) playback level  
3. WAVE recorder playback level  
4. MAIN OUT 1/2 output level  
(See “Setting the equalizers” (p. 49).)  
When the compressor setting screen is displayed  
Use these knobs to change each parameter of the  
5. Peak indicator  
compressor. (See “Setting the compressors” (p. 50))  
Use the level knobs to adjust each level to ensure this  
peak indicator is not lit.  
When the ACT function is on (only when SONAR is in use: see  
“ACT section” (p. 23))  
9. [CURSOR/VALUE]/[R4] knob  
Use these knobs to control the plug-ins for SONAR and the  
ACT function.  
Use this knob to move the cursor on the display or change  
the value of the parameter. Push the knob ([SELECT] button)  
to fix the value.  
7. [ACT]/[V-LINK] button  
When you are using SONAR, this button is the [ACT] button.  
When you press this button, it lights up and you can use the  
[R1]–[R4] knobs to control the plug-ins for SONAR and the  
ACT function.  
for SONAR and the ACT function.  
10. [DISPLAY] button  
If SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is not connected to a computer, this  
button becomes the [V-LINK] button. (See p. 57)  
Press this button to display the level meter screen.  
Press and hold the [DISPLAY] button for about 1 second to  
display the system screen. On this screen you can change the  
system settings of SONAR V-STUDIO 100. For more  
information, see p. 52.  
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Using the control surface component  
fig.mixer03.eps  
The button is off  
Computer  
If you connect SONAR V-STUDIO 100 to a computer and turn the power on, the section within the bounding  
rectangle in this illustration functions as the control surface for SONAR VS.  
Control surface screen  
fig.ctrl-disp1.eps  
Level meter screen  
Control surface screen  
When you are using SONAR, pressing the [DISPLAY] button switches between the level meter screen and the control  
surface screen. The control surface screen displays information about SONAR and plug-ins that can be controlled  
from SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
Control surface screen  
1. Name of the parameter controlled by the [R1]–[R4] knobs  
When the ACT function is on, turning the [R1]–[R4] knobs switches the display to show the name of the parameter  
that is currently being manipulated.  
2. Name of the plug-in controlled by the [R1]–[R4] knobs  
3. Items (track or bus) that can be controlled in the channel strip section  
4. Name of the track or bus currently being controlled in the channel strip section  
5. Name of the parameter assigned to the [VALUE] knob  
6. Value of the parameter assigned to the [VALUE] knob  
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Channel strip section  
fig.daw01.eps  
This section controls SONAR’s track or bus parameters.  
1. Track selection button  
Use this button to select the track (or bus) to control.  
[SHIFT] + track selection buttons  
Press this key combination to switch the current strip between the track and the bus.  
Track selection button + [VALUE] knob  
2. [ASSIGN] button  
Press this button to switch the parameter assigned to the [VALUE] knob.  
The assigned parameter will depend on the track (or bus) you’re controlling. For details, refer to SONAR’s  
online Help.  
The currently assigned parameter is displayed on the screen. (See p. 19.)  
[SHIFT] + [ASSIGN] buttons  
When you press this key combination, the [ASSIGN] button flashes and you can use the [VALUE] knob to change the  
current time (jog/shuttle mode).  
To restore the display, press the [ASSIGN] button.  
3. [VALUE] knob  
Use this knob to change the value of the current parameter.  
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4. Channel fader  
The channel fader has a touch-sensitive motor fader so it can move in response to the volume of the current strip. It  
also moves while playing, according to the automation information.  
To record automation information, touch and then release the fader during automation recording.  
The motor fader moves very quietly. However, you may want to make it totally silent if you plan to record  
with microphones or mix any soft music. To stop the operation of the motor fader, turn on “Disable Fader  
Movement” in the VS-100 properties page. For more information about the VS-100 properties page, see  
“VS-100 properties page” (p. 24).  
For more information about recording automation information, see the SONAR online Help.  
5. [MUTE] button  
Press this button to turn the mute on or off for the current strip.  
When the current strip is muted, the [MUTE] button is lit.  
[SHIFT] + [MUTE] buttons  
Use this key combination to turn the input monitor on and off for the current strip.  
*
When the current strip is the bus, this does not work.  
6. [SOLO] button  
Press this button to turn the solo on or off for the current strip.  
When the current strip is the solo, the [SOLO] button is lit.  
[SHIFT] + [SOLO] buttons  
Use this key combination to turn the solo on or off for all tracks.  
7. [ARM] button  
Press this button to turn recording standby on or off for the current strip.  
When the current strip is in recording standby mode, the [ARM] button is lit.  
*
When the current strip is the bus, this does not work.  
[SHIFT] + [ARM] buttons  
Use this key combination to bring the current strip to automation recording standby mode.  
For more information about recording automation information, see the separate SONAR online Help.  
8. [SHIFT] button  
Use this button in combination with other buttons.  
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Transport section  
fig.daw02.eps  
5.  
6.  
7.  
Button  
Press this button to rewind the current time.  
[SHIFT] +  
button  
Use this key combination to move the current time to  
the previous measure.  
Button  
Press this button to fast-forward the current time.  
[SHIFT] +  
button  
Use this key combination to move the current time to  
the next measure.  
This section controls playback of SONAR.  
1. [LOOP] button  
Press this button to turn SONAR’s loop function on or  
off.  
Button  
Press this button to move the current time to the end of  
the project.  
*
This button is not lit even when SONAR’s loop function is  
on.  
[SHIFT] +  
button  
[SHIFT] + [LOOP] buttons  
Use this key combination to move the current time to  
the next marker.  
Use this key combination to set the selected range for  
SONAR’s loop function.  
*
For more information about selecting the range, see the  
separate SONAR online help.  
8.  
9.  
Button  
Press this button to stop the transport.  
2. [VIEW] button  
Press this button to display SONAR’s Track view.  
Button  
[SHIFT] + [VIEW] buttons  
Press this button to start playback.  
Use this key combination to display SONAR’s Console  
view.  
If you press this button during playback, the playback  
pauses.  
3. [MARKER] button  
10.  
Button  
Press this button to insert a marker at the current time.  
Press this button to start recording tracks that are in  
recording standby mode.  
*
If you press this button while SONAR is paused, the  
Marker view is displayed.  
If you press this button during playback, you can start  
recording tracks that are in recording standby mode  
without stopping playback.  
4.  
Button  
Press this button to move the current time to the  
beginning of the project.  
[SHIFT] +  
button  
Use this key combination to move the current time to  
the previous marker.  
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ACT section  
fig.daw03.eps  
When you press the [ACT] button to turn on the ACT function, the button lights up and you can use the [R1]–[R4]  
knobs to control the parameters of plug-ins that support the function.  
You cannot control plug-ins that do not support the ACT function.  
You can configure the parameters controlled by the four knobs in the VS-100 properties page.  
What is ACT?  
MIDI controllers or control surfaces. Plug-in effects and synthesizers that are active on SONAR are  
controlled automatically.  
For more information, see the SONAR online Help.  
Expanded ACT section  
If you turn on the system setting “DAW Full Asgn,” you’ll be able to use not only the four knobs of the ACT  
section but also the buttons and knobs of the “Input section” (p. 17) to control ACT-compatible plug-ins.  
The names of the parameters being controlled are shown in the “VS-100 properties page” (p. 24).  
For details on how to turn on the system setting “DAW Full Asgn,” refer to “System settings” (p. 52).  
If “DAW Full Asgn” is turned on, you won’t be able to use the input section to control SONAR  
V-STUDIO 100’s digital mixer functionality. If you want to adjust the mixer, you’ll need to turn “DAW  
Full Asgn” off.  
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VS-100 properties page  
fig.proppage.eps  
The VS-100 properties page displays the names of the parameters  
that can be controlled with the [R1]–[R4] knobs.  
You can also configure the action of the footswitches or of the  
motor fader connected to SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
To display the VS-100 properties page, in SONAR, select “VS-100”  
command from “Tools” menu.  
key on your computer displays the online Help. For more  
information about the VS-100 properties page, see the online Help.  
Using DAW software other than SONAR  
If you set the system setting “DAW Select” (p. 55) to “Other,” the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 will be recognized as a  
Mackie Control from your DAW software, and you’ll be able to use the controllers enclosed by the frame in the  
illustration to control your DAW software.  
fig.Mackie.eps  
By default, no function is assigned to the  
,
, [VIEW], and [MARKER] buttons. Use the assign  
function of your DAW software to assign the desired function to these buttons.  
For details on how to make settings in your DAW, refer to the documentation for your DAW.  
For DAW software other than SONAR, you won’t be able to turn on the [ACT] button.  
For details on making system settings, refer to “System settings” (p. 52).  
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WAVE Recorder  
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Using the WAVE recorder  
fig.mixer04.eps  
Button is lit  
When you turn on the power of the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 without connecting it to a computer, the [DAW/WAVE  
RECORDER] button lights up and you can operate the WAVE recorder.  
You can use the WAVE recorder to record signals that have been mixed in the digital mixer section.  
If you change the system setting “WAV-Rec Source,” you can also use the WAVE recorder to record only the  
signals input to INPUT 1L/INPUT 2R. For more information, see “Parameter list” (p. 55).  
Playback sound from the WAVE recorder is output via the MAIN OUTPUT 1/2 and the headphones.  
WAVE recorder screen  
fig.recorder01.eps  
Main screen  
Main screen:  
The main screen of the WAVE recorder. When you turn the  
power on and press the [DAW/WAVE RECORDER] button,  
this screen is displayed. This is where you record and  
playback songs.  
Finder screen:  
Press  
Use this screen to perform operations such as listing,  
selecting or deleting files.  
Finder screen  
If a different screen is displayed, pressing the  
[DAW/WAVE RECORDER] button will return you  
to the main screen.  
If the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is connected via  
USB to your computer, pressing the [DAW/  
WAVE RECORDER] button will not access the  
WAVE recorder main screen.  
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Using the WAVE recorder  
Information displayed on the main screen  
fig.recorder02.eps  
1. File name  
2. Level meter  
Displays the output level  
When input signal was detected, displays the  
input level  
3. Marker view  
Number on the left: the number of the marker that was passed at the point displayed on the time counter  
Number on the right: the number of markers contained in the file  
4. File length:  
while recording, this displays the remaining recording time  
5. Time counter  
During playback and while paused:  
During recording:  
displays elapsed time since the beginning of the file  
displays elapsed recording time  
Basic operation  
fig.recorder03.eps  
2. Adjust the output level of the WAVE recorder  
3. [A<>B] (repeat A-B) button  
in the file repeatedly.  
Set the A and B marks during playback to repeat  
the section between A and B.  
For more information, see “Loop playback (A-B  
REPEAT)” (p. 33).  
4. [METRONOME] button  
Turn on the metronome. For more information,  
see “Using the metronome” (p. 34).  
5. [MARKER] button  
Insert a marker at the point displayed on the time counter.  
6. Reset the time counter to zero  
If markers have been inserted, pressing this button will reset the time counter to the point of the previous marker.  
7. Rewind the time counter  
8. Fast-forward the time counter  
9. Move the time counter to the end of the file  
If markers have been inserted, pressing this button will move the time counter to the point of the next marker.  
10. Stop  
11. Start the playback from the point displayed on the time counter  
12. Create a new file and start recording  
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Using the WAVE recorder  
SD memory card  
In SONAR V-STUDIO 100, data is recorded on an SD memory card.  
Inserting an SD memory card  
fig.sd-ins.eps  
NEVER insert or remove an SD memory card when the power of  
SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is on. Doing so may result in the loss of  
data from the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 or the SD memory card.  
1. Turn the power off.  
2. Insert the SD card into the SD card slot.  
Never insert or remove an SD memory card while this unit’s power is on.  
Doing so may corrupt the unit’s data or the data on the SD memory card.  
Carefully insert the SD memory card all the way in—until it is firmly in  
place.  
3. Turn the power on.  
Removing an SD memory card  
1. Turn the power off.  
The memory card will pop out slightly. Pull the card out.  
Formatting an SD memory card  
If you use a new SD memory card, or if you use an SD memory card that has been used in other devices such as  
personal computers, the card will need to be formatted before it can be used for the SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
“Formatting an SD memory card” (p. 52)  
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Using the WAVE recorder  
Recording  
1. Check the input level.  
fig.recorder04.eps  
If the peak indicator at the right end of  
the level meter (indicated by the arrow  
in the illustration) is lit, turn the [MAIN  
MIX] knob to the left to reduce the  
level.  
2. Press the  
(Record)  
button and start recording.  
The time counter starts counting  
forward.  
3. Press the  
(Stop) button to stop recording.  
The recorded file will automatically be given a name of “REC_****.WAV”. The “*” field will be a number that  
starts with 0001 and increments each time you record.  
The recorded file is saved in the root folder of the SD memory card.  
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Playing back a file  
1. Press the  
(Playback) button.  
2. Use the [PLAYBACK] knob to adjust the playback volume.  
If the sampling frequency of the file being played differs from the sampling frequency setting of the SONAR  
V-STUDIO 100, you may hear a small amount of noise when the file is playing or stopped. In this case, refer to  
“Sampling frequency setting” (p. 52) and set the SONAR V-STUDIO 100’s sampling frequency to match the  
sampling frequency of the file you’re playing.  
Selecting a file to play back  
The SONAR V-STUDIO 100 cannot play back files that are inside a folder. When using a computer to copy  
files for playback to SD memory, you must copy them to the root folder.  
1. In the main screen, press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to open the finder screen (p. 26).  
2. In the finder screen, turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to select the file that you want to play back.  
fig.finder-screen.eps  
3. In the next screen, ensure that “Select” is highlighted and press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob.  
fig.finder-screen2.eps  
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Viewing file information  
The finder screen lets you view the file size and file format.  
1. From the main screen, press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to open the finder screen (p. 26).  
2. In the finder screen, turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to select the desired file, and then press the  
[CURSOR/VALUE] knob.  
3. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to highlight “Information,” and then press the [CURSOR/VALUE]  
knob.  
fig.finder-screen3.eps  
4. The display will show the file size and the file format (sample rate and bit depth).  
fig.finder-screen4.eps  
5. Press the [DISPLAY] button to return to the previous screen.  
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Inserting markers  
During playback or recording, you can insert markers at any point on the file.  
By inserting markers on a file, you can quickly jump to those positions by pressing the  
button.  
button or  
1. Play back the file.  
2. When the file reaches the point where you want to insert a mark, press the [MARKER] button.  
The number displayed in the marker counter increases.  
fig.marker01.eps  
Deleting a marker  
During playback or recording, you can hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [MARKER] button to delete the  
preceding marker.  
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Loop playback (A-B REPEAT)  
This function allows you to play back any section (A-B) in the file repeatedly. After inserting marks A and B while the  
file is playing you can then repeat the section between the two marks.  
fig.repeat-a.eps  
1. Play back the file.  
A
Press the [A <> B] button once during playback.  
The [A <> B] button flashes. This point becomes the starting point (A mark) for the  
playback loop.  
*
After inserting the A mark, pressing the  
B mark cancels the A mark.  
(Stop) button before setting the  
fig.repeat-b.eps  
2. Press the [A <> B] button again.  
A
B
The [A <> B] button lights up. This point becomes the end point (B mark) for the  
playback loop.  
The section set in the steps 1 and 2 automatically plays back repeatedly.  
fig.repeat-ab.eps  
*
After inserting the A mark, if you play back to the end of the file without setting the  
B mark, the end of file becomes the B mark.  
A
B
Canceling the loop playback  
To cancel the loop playback after inserting A and B marks, press the [A <> B] button.  
The [A <> B] button turns off and the loop playback is cancelled.  
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Using the metronome  
1. Press the [METRONOME] button.  
The metronome function is turned on and the [METRONOME] button flashes.  
2. The metronome setting screen is displayed.  
Use the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to adjust the tempo, beat, and volume of the metronome.  
fig.metronome01.eps  
Parameter  
Tempo  
Beat  
Description  
Tempo (BPM)  
Beat  
Level  
Volume (0-127)  
3. Press the [WAVE RECORDER] button to return to the main screen.  
4. To turn off the metronome, press the [METRONOME] button again.  
The light of the [METRONOME] button turns off.  
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Recording while playing back a file  
You can play back a file in the background and record only your playing at the same time.  
1. Select the file to play back in the background (See p. 30).  
2. Press and hold the [SHIFT] button, and press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob.  
The main screen displays “BG” to the right of the file name. This indicates that the file is selected for background  
playback.  
fig.bgMark.eps  
3. Press the  
(Record) button.  
Recording starts. At the same time, the file selected for background playback starts.  
4. To finish recording, press the  
(Stop) button.  
5. When you start playback, the recorded file and the background file are played back  
simultaneously.  
6. To cancel the selection of the background file, press and hold the [SHIFT] button and press the  
[CURSOR/VALUE] knob.  
If the file for the background playback is selected, rewind and fast-forward operations affect both files.  
If the background file is longer than the file being recorded, the play button will blink when the recorded  
file has played to its end, and playback will continue to the end of the background file.  
To display the name of the file for background playback, press the [SHIFT] button.  
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Deleting a file  
A deleted file cannot be recovered.  
1. From the main screen, press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to access the finder screen (p. 26).  
2. From the finder screen, turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to select the file that you want to delete,  
and then press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob.  
3. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to highlight “Delete,” and then press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob.  
fig.fileDel0.eps  
4. A confirmation screen appears.  
To delete the selected file, press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob once again.  
fig.fileDel1.eps  
If you decide not to delete the file, press the [DISPLAY] button.  
5. When the file has been deleted, you will return to the finder screen.  
Press the [DISPLAY] button to return to the previous screen.  
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Connections  
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Connections  
Connecting the AC adaptor  
Connect the included AC adaptor to the SONAR V-STUDIO 100’s DC IN jack.  
fig.Connect-ACadpt.eps  
AC Adaptor  
(included)  
Power Cord  
(included)  
DC IN  
to Power Outlet  
Indicator  
Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual  
information faces downwards.  
* The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.  
To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to  
avoid applying undue stress to the AC adaptor jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook, as shown in  
the illustration.  
fig.CordHook.j.eps  
Cord Hook  
AC Adaptor Cord  
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Connections  
Connecting computers and audio equipments  
Before connecting the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 to a computer, read the separate Installation Guide  
and install the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 driver on the computer. If the driver is not installed, SONAR  
V-STUDIO 100 cannot be operated correctly from the computer.  
Use a USB cable to connect your computer to the SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
Connect your audio output devices such as headphones or speakers to the SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
*
This package does not include audio output devices such as headphones or speakers.  
fig.Connect-basic.eps  
Monitor amplified speakers  
Headphones  
USB  
Connector  
Computer  
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Turning the power on  
*
*
*
Once the connections have been completed (p. 38), 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.  
This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit  
will operate normally.  
Always make sure to have the volume level turned down before switching on power. Even with the volume all the way  
down, you may still hear some sound when the power is switched on, but this is normal, and does not indicate a  
malfunction.  
1. Turn the SONAR V-STUDIO 100’s [MAIN MIX] knob and the Headphone [VOLUME] knob to the  
minimum.  
fig.Vol-Min.eps  
2. If the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is connected to a computer, turn on the power of your computer.  
3. Turn on the power switch of SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
fig.P-ON.eps  
4. Turn on the power of the monitor speaker.  
*
To protect its circuits, the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 does not operate for a while after you turn the power on.  
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Connections and signal flow  
Connecting microphones and guitars  
fig.Connect-mic-guitar.eps  
Guitar/Bass  
Microphone  
Connect the guitar  
or bass to INPUT 1  
If you use a phantom power-enable condencer  
microphone, set this switch to “+48V”  
Hi-Z  
Adjust the input level  
Adjust the input level  
*
*
*
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.  
When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the INPUT connectors  
may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.  
Feedback 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. Relocating microphone(s) at a greater distance from speakers.  
3. Lowering volume levels.  
*
Do NOT connect anything to input terminals that you are not using.  
Adjusting the level  
Use the [SENS] knob to adjust the input level. To achieve the best recording quality, display the level meter on the  
screen and use the [SENS] knob to increase the level as far as possible without the input level exceeding the normal  
level.  
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Signal flow when recording with SONAR  
fig.routing01.eps  
To USB  
WAVE IN  
1-2  
WAVE OUT  
1-2  
WAVE IN  
MAIN  
[PLAYBACK]  
[MAIN MIX]  
[PAN]  
[SENS]  
1L  
INPUT  
2R  
MAIN OUTPUT 1/2  
PHONES output  
[LEVEL]  
[VOLUME]  
MIXER  
If you connect the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 to your computer with a USB cable, you can use SONAR to record sounds  
input to INPUT 1L/INPUT 2R.  
*
The [PAN] knob does not have any effect on USB audio.  
Signal flow when recording with the WAVE recorder  
fig.routing02.eps  
To WAVE RECORDER  
[PLAYBACK]  
[PAN]  
[SENS]  
1L  
2R  
MAIN OUTPUT 1/2  
PHONES output  
INPUT  
[MAIN MIX]  
[LEVEL]  
[VOLUME]  
MIXER  
If the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is not connected to a computer, the WAVE recorder function is available. Press the  
Record button to record sounds input to INPUT 1L/INPUT 2R.  
To adjust the balance between the sounds input to INPUT 1L and INPUT 2R, use the [PAN] knob.  
For more information about using the WAVE recorder function, see “Using the WAVE recorder” (p. 26).  
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Connections and signal flow  
Connecting audio equipment and synthesizers  
fig.Connect-various.eps  
Guitar/Bass  
Microphone  
Synthesizer, etc.  
Audio Player, etc.  
Monitor amplified  
speakers  
Effects, etc.  
Recorder, Mixer, etc.  
*
The sampling frequency of the input signal from digital equipment must be the same as that of the SONAR V-STUDIO  
100. For more information about setting the sampling frequency of the SONAR V-STUDIO 100, see “Sampling  
frequency setting” (p. 52).  
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Connections and signal flow  
Signal flow when recording with SONAR  
fig.routing03.eps  
To USB  
WAVE IN  
1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8  
WAVE OUT  
1-2  
WAVE IN  
MAIN  
[PLAYBACK]  
[MAIN MIX]  
[PAN]  
[SENS]  
1L  
2R  
MAIN OUTPUT 1/2  
PHONES output  
INPUT  
[LEVEL]  
[VOLUME]  
3L/4R  
5L/6R  
7/8  
MIXER  
To control the direct monitor volume for the input signal, use the [MAIN MIX] knob.  
To control the SONAR’s playback volume, use the [PLAYBACK] knob.  
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Connections and signal flow  
Signal flow when recording with the WAVE recorder  
fig.routing04.eps  
To WAVE RECORDER  
[PLAYBACK]  
[PAN]  
[SENS]  
1L  
2R  
MAIN OUTPUT 1/2  
PHONES output  
[MAIN MIX]  
INPUT  
[LEVEL]  
[VOLUME]  
3L/4R  
5L/6R  
7/8  
MIXER  
Signals input to INPUT 1–8 are mixed and recorded on the WAVE recorder.  
To control the recording level of the WAVE recorder, use the [MAIN MIX] knob. The recording level can be checked with  
the level meter.  
To control the playback level of the WAVE recorder, use the [PLAYBACK] knob.  
If you change the system setting “WAV-Rec Source,” you can also use the WAVE recorder to record only the signals  
input to INPUT 1L/INPUT 2R. For more information, see “Parameter list” (p. 55).  
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Connections and signal flow  
Connecting footswitches  
fig.connectFS.eps  
TIP  
RING  
Roland PCS-31  
TRS 1/4phone cable  
(commercially available)  
White  
(TIP)  
Red  
(RING)  
BOSS FS-5U  
BOSS FS-6  
Footswitch 1 Footswitch 2  
Footswitch 2 Footswitch 1  
Polarity switch  
Set the switches as shown bellow.  
B
A
You can use footswitches to control the actions of the WAVE recorder and SONAR.  
Function  
Footswitch 1  
Footswitch 2  
Playback  
Recording  
If you are using SONAR, you can assign functions to footswitches in the VS-100 properties page (See p. 24).  
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Compressor and Equalizer  
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Using the compressors and equalizers  
Each analog input on SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is equipped with a compressor and a 3-band equalizer.  
Turning on the compressors and equalizers  
fig.compEQ01.eps  
When you press the [COMP/EQ] button on each channel, that channel’s compressor and equalizer are turned on.  
When the compressor and equalizer are on, the [COMP/EQ] button is lit.  
The equalizer setting screen is displayed.  
When you press the [COMP/EQ] button of another channel, the equalizer setting screen for that channel is displayed.  
Turning off the compressors and equalizers  
When you press the [COMP/EQ] button of a channel, the equalizer setting screen for that channel is displayed.  
When you press the [COMP/EQ] button again, its compressor and equalizer are turned off.  
The equalizer setting screen indicates that the compressor and equalizer have been turned off.  
fig.compEQ02.eps  
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Using the compressors and equalizers  
Setting the compressors and equalizers  
fig.compEQ03.eps  
Equalizer setting screen  
Compressor setting screen  
Pressing the compressor/equalizer toggle button switches between the screens for the compressor and the  
equalizer.  
Setting the equalizers  
fig.compEQ04.eps  
Meaning  
Changing the settings  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Channel currently displayed  
Equalizer bypass  
Press the [COMP/EQ] button for each channel  
Use the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to set the cursor, and then press the knob  
Equalizer Q  
1. Use the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to set the cursor  
2. Press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob  
3. Use the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to change the value  
4. Press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to confirm  
Hi band cutoff frequency/gain  
MID band center frequency/gain  
LO band cutoff frequency/gain  
Adjust each of the [LO], [MID] and [HI] knobs  
7
Gain of each band  
*
The HI and LO bands are shelving type and the MID band is peaking type.  
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Using the compressors and equalizers  
Setting the compressors  
fig.compEQ06.eps  
Meaning  
Changing the settings  
1
2
3
4
Channel currently displayed  
Compressor bypass  
Threshold  
Press the [COMP/EQ] button for each channel  
Use the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to set the cursor, and then press the knob  
Adjust each of the [THRES], [RATIO] and [GAIN] knobs  
Compression ratio  
5
Output gain  
6
7
Attack time  
1. Use the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to set the cursor  
2. Press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob  
3. Use the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to change the value  
4. Press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to confirm  
Release time  
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System settings  
5. Press the [DISPLAY] button to return to the  
previous screen.  
Formatting an SD memory card  
An SD memory card that you have just purchased or an SD  
memory card that has been used by a computer or other  
device must be formatted as described below before it can  
be used with the SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
Sampling frequency setting  
If you want to connect the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 to your  
computer via USB and use its USB audio interface  
functionality, set the V-STUDIO’s sampling frequency to  
match your software’s sampling frequency as follows.  
When you format an SD memory card, all data on that  
card will be erased. Be sure to back up any important  
data before you proceed.  
1. Hold down the [DISPLAY] button for approximately  
one second to access the system setting screen.  
If an SD memory card that is not in a state that can be  
used by the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is inserted, the  
display will indicate “SD Unformatted.”  
2. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to move the cursor  
to “Sample Freq,” and then press the [CURSOR/  
VALUE] knob.  
fig.SetSampleFreq1.eps  
1. Hold down the [DISPLAY] button for approximately  
one second to access the system setting screen.  
2. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to move the cursor  
to “SD Format,” and then press the [CURSOR/  
VALUE] knob.  
fig.Format1.eps  
3. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to specify the  
desired sampling frequency, and then press the  
[CURSOR/VALUE] knob to confirm the change.  
fig.SetSampleFreq2.eps  
3. A confirmation screen appears.  
To begin formatting, turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to  
highlight “Yes,” and then press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob.  
fig.Format2.eps  
4. Turn the SONAR V-STUDIO 100’s power off and  
then on again.  
The SONAR V-STUDIO 100’s sampling frequency setting will  
not change until the power has been turned off and on again.  
If you decide not to format the card, turn the [CURSOR/  
VALUE] knob to highlight “No,” and then press the [CURSOR/  
VALUE] knob.  
If the SONAR V-STUDIO 100’s actual sampling frequency  
does not match the setting in the system setting screen,  
an “*” symbol is shown by the sampling frequency  
value.  
*
Do not remove the SD memory card until formatting has  
been completed.  
4. When formatting has been completed, you will  
return to the system setting screen.  
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System settings  
Reverb settings  
Initialization  
The digital mixer section provides reverb that can be applied  
to the signal from each input.  
Initializing the settings  
When you execute the system setting “Reverb” (p. 55), the  
reverb screen appears, allowing you to specify the reverb  
To initialize the settings to their factory-set state, proceed as  
follows.  
type and adjust the send levels for each input.  
fig.SetRev1.eps  
The LCD contrast, sampling frequency, digital input  
settings, and the data in the SD memory card will not be  
initialized.  
1. Hold down the [DISPLAY] button for approximately  
one second to access the system setting screen.  
Parameter  
Value  
ECHO, ROOM, SMALL HALL,  
LARGE HALL  
Type  
2. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to move the cursor  
to “Initialize,” and then press the [CURSOR/VALUE]  
Adjust the amount of reverb  
applied to each channel  
SEND LEVEL  
knob.  
fig.Init1.eps  
If reverb is on, the “Rv” icon is shown at the left of the  
level meter screen. If reverb is being applied to a  
channel, that channel number will be highlighted.  
fig.SetRev2.eps  
3. A confirmation screen appears.  
To execute initialization, turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to  
highlight “Yes,” and then press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob.  
fig.Init2.eps  
If you decide not to initialize, turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob  
to highlight “No,” and then press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob.  
4. When initialization is completed, you will return to  
the system setting screen.  
5. Press the [DISPLAY] button to return to the  
previous screen.  
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System settings  
Initializing the system settings  
(Factory Reset)  
Other settings  
The system setting screen lets you change various settings to  
specify how the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 will operate.  
To initialize all settings of SONAR V-STUDIO 100 to their  
factory-set state, proceed as follows.  
Operations in the system setting screen  
The data in the SD memory card will not be initialized.  
1. Power-off the SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
1. Hold down the [DISPLAY] button for approximately  
one second; the system setting (UTILITY) screen  
appears.  
2. While holding down the [ACT]/[V-LINK] button and  
the compressor/equalizer setting button, power-  
on the SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
fig.FReset.eps  
2. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to move the cursor  
to the parameter that you want to change.  
fig.SetSampleFreq1.eps  
3. Press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to highlight the  
value of that parameter.  
fig.SetSampleFreq2.eps  
3. When the screen indicates “Factory Reset,” release  
the [ACT]/[V-LINK] button and the compressor/  
equalizer setting button.  
4. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to change the  
value.  
5. Press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to confirm the  
change.  
6. Press the [DISPLAY] button to return to the  
previous screen.  
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System settings  
Parameter list  
Parameter  
Description  
Value  
Adjusts the contrast of the display.  
Higher values will make the display appear darker.  
LCD Contrast  
0–19  
Specifies the sampling frequency of the SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
For details, refer to “Sampling frequency setting” (p. 52).  
44.1, 48.0, 96.0  
(kHz)  
Sample Freq  
Reverb  
Accesses the setting screen for the built-in reverb. For details, refer to “Reverb settings” (p.  
53).  
Specifies the file playback mode for the WAVE recorder.  
Sgl: Play only the selected file.  
WAV-Play Mode  
Sgl, Seq  
WAV-Play Rept  
WAV-Play Mon  
Turns repeat playback on/off for files in the WAVE recorder.  
OFF, ON  
Specifies whether file playback in the WAVE recorder will be stereo or mono.  
ST, MONO  
Specifies the source when recording into the WAVE recorder.  
Mix: Record the mixed signal of INPUT 1–8.  
1-2: Record only INPUT 1/2. The INPUT 1 signal will be recorded on the left channel, and  
refer to the block diagram (p. 56).  
WAV-Rec Source  
1:  
Record only INPUT 1. The INPUT 1 signal will be recorded as a monaural file.  
Specifies the bit depth when recording into the WAVE recorder.  
In order to play back a file that was recorded at 24-bit or 32-bit depth, you must use a media  
player software that supports those bit depths.  
WAV-Rec Bit  
DAW Select  
16, 24, 32 (bit)  
Sonar, Other  
Specifies the operating mode of the control surface section.  
Normally you should leave this set to SONAR.  
software other than SONAR” (p. 24).  
Allows the knobs and buttons of the digital mixer section to be used as controllers of the ACT  
section. For details, refer to “ACT section” (p. 23).  
DAW Full Asgn  
Storage  
OFF, ON  
OFF, ON  
If this is ON, the SD card slot can be used as a USB mass storage device when connected to a  
computer. When this is ON, the USB audio/MIDI interface functionality cannot be used.  
* Change this setting while the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is not USB-connected to a computer.  
Formats (initializes) the SD card in the SD card slot.  
For the procedure, refer to “Formatting an SD memory card” (p. 52).  
SD Format  
Turns the INPUT 7-8 (COAXIAL IN) input on/off.  
AUTO: The input signal from INPUT 7-8 (COAXIAL IN) will be received. The SONAR V-STUDIO  
100 will switch to the same sampling frequency as this digital signal.  
OFF: The digital signal will not be received.  
Digital IN  
AUTO, OFF  
Specifies the signal that is sent to the USB audio input (recording).  
Post EQ: The signal processed by the internal compressor/equalizer will be sent.  
Pre EQ: The signal will be sent before being processed by the internal compressor/  
equalizer.  
To USB  
Post EQ, Pre EQ  
Initialize  
Initializes SONAR V-STUDIO 100 settings. For details, refer to “Initialization” (p. 53).  
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Block Diagram  
VS-100BlockDiagram.eps  
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About V-LINK  
What is V-LINK?  
Connection example  
V-LINK (  
) is functionality that allows you to  
This explanation uses the example of a connection with the  
EDIROL P-10. Use a MIDI cable to connect the SONAR  
V-STUDIO 100’s MIDI OUT connector to the EDIROL P-10’s  
perform music and video simultaneously. By connecting  
V-LINK compatible devices via MIDI, you can easily enjoy a  
variety of video effects that are linked with your performance.  
MIDI IN connector.  
fig.V-LINKConnection.eps  
For example, by using the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 in  
conjunction with the EDIROL Visual Sampler P-10, you can  
enjoy performing synchronized video from the SONAR  
V-STUDIO 100.  
MIDI IN  
MIDI OUT  
In order to enjoy V-LINK between the SONAR V-STUDIO  
100 and EDIROL P-10, you’ll need MIDI cables (sold  
separately) to make connections.  
Turning V-LINK on/off  
EDIROL P-10  
SONAR V-STUDIO 100  
1. Power-on the SONAR V-STUDIO 100 with it  
disconnected from your computer.  
To avoid malfunctions or speaker damage, lower the  
volume of all device and turn off their power before you  
make connections.  
You can’t use the V-LINK frequency when connected to  
a computer via USB.  
V-LINK parameters  
2. Press the [V-LINK] button to make it light.  
V-LINK will turn on, and the “V” icon appears in the left side of  
the level meter screen.  
fig.VLINK.eps  
Controller  
TRACK <  
TRACK >  
ASSIGN  
MUTE  
V-LINK Control  
Transmitted MIDI Message  
C0 00  
C0 01  
C0 02  
C0 03  
C0 04  
C0 05  
Image Switching  
(Clip Switching)  
When V-LINK is on, you’ll be able to control the video image  
from the control surface section.  
SOLO  
ARM  
3. Press [V-LINK] button once again to turn V-LINK off.  
The V-LINK button will go dark.  
Video Control,  
Video Bank Select  
VALUE  
B0 00 00–47  
Fader  
Video Control  
B0 0B 00–7F  
(*1)  
V-LINK  
Mode Switching  
*1: Differs depending on whether the power is on or off  
ON: F0H 41H 10H 00H 51H 12H 10H 00H 00H 01H 6FH F7H  
OFF: F0H 41H 10H 00H 51H 12H 10H 00H 00H 00H 70H F7H  
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Error Message List  
SD Card Slow/Push Any Key  
SD Card Locked  
fig.sd-card-slow.eps  
fig.sd-card-locked.eps  
Recording into the WAVE recorder was halted because  
writing to the SD memory card was not fast enough.  
The WAVE recorder cannot record because the SD memory  
card is set to the Lock state (write protect).  
Press any button to clear this message.  
Action:  
Action:  
Refer to the owner’s manual of your SD memory card, and  
defeat the Lock setting to make the card writable.  
Try formatting the SD memory card (p. 52).  
Try recording at a lower sampling frequency or lower bit  
depth (p. 55).  
SD Card Error!  
If the error still appears, try using a different SD memory  
card.  
fig.sd-card-error.eps  
SD Unformatted  
An error occurred while accessing the SD memory card.  
fig.sd-unformat.eps  
Action:  
Try formatting the SD memory card (p. 52).  
If the error still appears, try using a different SD memory  
card.  
The WAVE recorder cannot record or play back because an  
unrecognizable SD card is inserted.  
Action:  
File-Sys Error  
fig.fsys-err.eps  
Try formatting the SD memory card (p. 52).  
If the error still appears, try using a different SD memory  
card.  
SD Card Full  
The WAVE recorder cannot record or play back because an  
unrecognizable SD card is inserted.  
fig.sd-card-full.eps  
Action:  
Try formatting the SD memory card (p. 52).  
If the error still appears, try using a different SD memory  
card.  
Recording into the WAVE recorder was halted because the SD  
memory card has insufficient free space.  
Action:  
Delete unneeded files or move files to your computer to  
increase the amount of free space on the SD memory card.  
Use a different SD memory card.  
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Error Message List  
Improper File  
Coaxial Frequency Mismatch  
fig.improper-file.eps  
fig.coax-freq-mis.eps  
The selected file cannot be played because it does not match  
the sampling frequency of the digital signal being input to  
INPUT 7-8 (COAXIAL IN).  
100.  
Action:  
Action:  
Use SONAR or other software to convert the file to a format  
that can be played by the SONAR V-STUDIO 100.  
Select a file whose sampling frequency matches. (To check  
a file’s sampling frequency, see “Viewing file  
information” (p. 31)  
For more information about playable formats, see  
“Specifications” (p. 60).  
Change the digital signal’s sampling frequency to match  
the file.  
Turn off the digital input (p. 55).  
Recorder Working  
fig.rcdr-working.eps  
Coaxial In Error/Unsupported Clock  
fig.coax-err.eps  
The operation cannot be executed because the WAVE  
recorder is recording.  
A digital signal of a sampling frequency not supported by the  
SONAR V-STUDIO 100 is being input to INPUT 7-8 (COAXIAL  
IN).  
Action:  
Stop recording on the WAVE recorder, and perform the  
operation once again.  
Action:  
Switch your external digital device to a sampling  
frequency that is supported by the SONAR V-STUDIO 100,  
or switch the V-STUDIO’s sampling frequency to match  
that of the digital input signal.  
Files Frequency Mismatch  
fig.file-freq-mis.eps  
If the V-STUDIO is connected via USB, match the sampling  
frequency of your digital device to the sampling frequency  
of the V-STUDIO and your software.  
The selected file cannot be played because it does not match  
the sampling frequency of the background file.  
Action:  
Select a file whose sampling frequency matches. (To check  
a file’s sampling frequency, see “Viewing file  
information” (p. 31)  
Use SONAR or other software to convert the file’s sampling  
frequency.  
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Specifications  
Digital Audio Workstation: SONAR V-STUDIO 100  
Audio Interface, Mixer  
Number of Input Channels  
AD/DA Conversion  
8
Sample Rate:  
Signal Processing:  
44.1/48.0/96.0 kHz  
24 bits  
Compressor:  
Equalizer:  
Reverb:  
Input Jacks 1–6  
Input Jacks 1–6  
Input Jacks 1–6 (Echo/Room/Small Hall/Large Hall)  
40 bits  
DSP processing  
Internal:  
Number of USB Audio Record/  
Playback Channels  
Record:  
Playback:  
10 channels  
6 channels (Full duplex)  
96.0 kHz:  
48.0 kHz:  
44.1 kHz:  
20 Hz to 40 kHz (+0/-3 dB)  
20 Hz to 22 kHz (+0/-3 dB)  
20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0/-3 dB)  
Frequency Response  
Residual Noise Level  
(IHF-A, typ.)  
- 81 dBu  
(MAIN MIX knob = U, CHANNEL VOLUME knobs = U)  
AD block:  
DA block:  
Input Jacks 1–2:  
Input Jacks 3–6:  
Output Jack 1–2: 112 dB typ.  
Output Jack 3–6: 106 dB typ.  
104 dB typ. (GAIN: min.)  
100 dB typ.  
Dynamic Range  
Mic Input Jacks 1–2:  
Input Jacks 1–2:  
Input Jacks 3–4:  
Input Jacks 5–6:  
-60 to -16 dBu  
-40 to +4 dBu  
+4 dBu  
-10 dBu  
Nominal input level + 18 dB  
Nominal Input Level:  
Input Impedance  
* Maximum input level:  
Mic Input Jacks 1–2:  
Input Jacks 1–4:  
Input Jacks 1 (Hi-Z):  
Input Jacks 5–6:  
1.5 k ohms  
15 k ohms  
500 k ohms  
18 k ohms  
Output Jack 1–4:  
+4 dBu  
Nominal Output Level  
Output Impedance  
Output Jack 5–6:  
* Maximum output level :  
-10 dBu  
Nominal Output Level + 18 dB  
Output Jack 1–4:  
Output Jack 5–6:  
2 k ohms  
1 k ohms  
Recommended Load  
Impedance  
10 k ohms or greater  
Mic Input Jacks 1–2:  
Output Jacks 1–4:  
Output Jacks 5–6:  
XLR type (balanced/phantom power +48 V)  
1/4 inch TRS phone type (balanced)  
RCA pin type  
Connectors  
MIDI Connectors (Input/Output)  
Digital Input Connector:  
USB Connector (B type)  
Headphones Jack:  
Coaxial type  
Stereo 1/4 inch phone type  
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Specifications  
Control Surface  
100mm Touch-sensitive Motorized Fader  
Assignable Encoder  
Assign Button  
TRACK Control  
Track Select Button:  
Track Control Button:  
Track Control Button:  
Transport  
+/-  
MUTE/SOLO/ARM/SHIFT  
LOOP/TRACK VIEW/MARKER  
ACT Button  
ACT Encoder:R1–R4  
ACT Control  
WAVE RECORDER  
* WAVE RECORDER does not function when VS-100 is connected to a computer via USB.  
Record:  
Stereo 1 channel  
Channels  
Data Type  
Playback:  
Playback:  
Stereo 1 channel (NORMAL MODE)  
Stereo 2 channel (REC-ON-PLAY MODE)  
Format:  
Sampling Frequency:  
Bit Depth:  
STEREO, WAV  
44.1 kHz/48.0 kHz/96.0 kHz  
16/24/32-bit  
Recording Media  
Files  
SD(HC) memory card, 512M Byte or more  
Up to 2 GB:  
512 files  
4 GB or more:  
1000 files  
A-B REPEAT  
Metronome  
Marker  
Controls  
REC-ON-PLAY MODE  
16 bit/44.1 k Hz stereo:  
16 bit/48.0 k Hz stereo:  
24 bit/48.0 k Hz stereo:  
24 bit/96.0 k Hz stereo:  
755 minutes  
694 minutes  
462 minutes  
231 minutes  
Recording Time using 8GB  
SDHC card  
* Recording times are approximate. Actual results may vary somewhat.  
* If more than one recorded file exists, the total recordable time will be less than listed.  
OTHERS  
Power Supply  
Current Draw  
Phantom Power  
DC 9 V (AC adaptor)  
1 A  
+48 V/5 mA (each input)  
282.0 (W) x 180.8 (D) x 70.2 (H) mm  
11-1/8 (W) x 7-1/8 (D) x 2-13/16 (H) inches  
Dimensions  
Weight  
1.9 kg/4 lbs 4 oz  
Foot Switch:  
Dual Foot Switch:  
BOSS FS-5U  
BOSS FS-6  
Options  
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In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.  
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AB button .......................................................... 27  
AC adaptor ....................................................... 38  
ACT button ................................................ 18, 23  
Active Controller Technology ................... 23  
File  
LCD Contrast .................................................... 55  
Level knob ........................................................ 17  
Level meter ...................................................... 27  
Level meter screen ........................................ 18  
LO knob ............................................................. 18  
LOOP button .................................................... 22  
Loop playback ................................................. 33  
File length ......................................................... 27  
File name ........................................................... 27  
Files Frequency Mismatch .......................... 59  
File-Sys Error .................................................... 58  
Finder screen ................................................... 26  
B
Background file ............................................... 35  
Beat ..................................................................... 34  
MARKER button ....................................... 22, 27  
Marker view ...................................................... 27  
METRONOME button .................................... 27  
Microphone Preamp ..................................... 14  
MID knob .......................................................... 18  
C
Connection ....................................................... 41  
Connector  
GAIN knob ........................................................ 18  
Go beginning button ................................... 22  
Grounding terminal ...................................... 15  
Footswitch ............................................... 15  
MIDI ............................................................ 15  
USB ............................................................. 15  
Control surface screen ................................. 19  
Cord hook ......................................................... 15  
CURSOR/VALUE knob ................................... 18  
Headphone ...................................................... 14  
HI knob .............................................................. 18  
Hi-Z button ....................................................... 14  
Next marker button ...................................... 22  
Next measure button ................................... 22  
D
DAW Full Asgn ......................................... 23, 55  
DAW Select ....................................................... 55  
DAW/WAVE RECORDER button ................ 26  
DC IN jack .......................................................... 15  
Delete  
Initialize ...................................................... 53, 55  
INPUT .................................................................. 14  
Input  
Output  
1/4” TRS balanced ................................. 16  
Headphone .............................................. 14  
Main output ............................................. 16  
RCA Pin ...................................................... 16  
1/4” balanced .......................................... 16  
Coaxial digital ......................................... 16  
Guitar/Bass ............................................... 14  
Microphone ............................................. 14  
RCA Pin ...................................................... 16  
File .............................................................. 36  
Digital IN ........................................................... 55  
DISPLAY button .............................................. 18  
E
Equalizer .................................................... 48–49  
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Play button ................................................ 22, 27  
Playback  
Screen  
USB connector ................................................ 15  
UTILITY screen ................................................. 54  
SD card slot ...................................................... 14  
Select  
VALUE knob ..................................................... 20  
VIEW button ..................................................... 22  
V-LINK button .................................................. 18  
VS-100 properties page ............................... 24  
Loop ........................................................... 33  
Playback button ............................................. 30  
PLAYBACK knob ............................................. 16  
Power switch ............................................ 15, 40  
Previous marker button ............................... 22  
Previous measure button ........................... 22  
W
WAV-Play Mode .............................................. 55  
WAV-Play Mon ................................................ 55  
WAV-Play Rept ................................................ 55  
WAV-Rec Bit ..................................................... 55  
WAV-Rec Source ...................................... 26, 55  
R
RATIO knob ...................................................... 18  
RCA pin input .................................................. 16  
Record button .......................................... 22, 27  
Recorder Working .......................................... 59  
Recording ......................................................... 29  
repeat A-B button .......................................... 27  
Reverb ......................................................... 53, 55  
Rewind button ......................................... 22, 27  
XLR Input ........................................................... 14  
File .............................................................. 30  
SENS knob ........................................................ 14  
SHIFT button .................................................... 21  
Signal flow ......................................... 42, 44–45  
SOLO button .................................................... 21  
Stop button ............................................... 22, 27  
Storage .............................................................. 55  
System setting screen .................................. 54  
T
Tempo ................................................................ 34  
THRES knob ...................................................... 18  
Time counter ................................................... 27  
To USB ................................................................ 55  
Track selection button ................................. 20  
TRS balanced input ....................................... 16  
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For EU Countries  
For the USA  
This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.  
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION  
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.  
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.  
For Canada  
NOTICE  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.  
AVIS  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.  
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For C.A. US Proposition 65  
WARNING  
This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.  
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For the U.K.  
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.  
BLUE:  
NEUTRAL  
BROWN: 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.  
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.  
Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.  
For the USA  
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
Compliance Information Statement  
Model Name :  
Type of Equipment :  
Responsible Party :  
VS-100  
Digital Audio Workstation  
Cakewalk Inc.  
Address : 268 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02210  
Telephone : (617) 423-9004  
For EU Countries  
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Information  
Information  
When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized  
Cakewalk/EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country as shown below.  
ASIA  
EUROPE  
MALAYSIA/  
SINGAPORE  
Roland Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd.  
45-1, Block C2, Jalan PJU 1/39,  
Dataran Prima, 47301 Petaling  
Jaya, Selangor, MALAYSIA  
TEL: (03) 7805-3263  
PORTUGAL  
Roland Iberia, S.L.  
CHINA  
Roland Shanghai Electronics  
Co.,Ltd.  
5F. No.1500 Pingliang Road  
Shanghai 200090, CHINA  
TEL: (021) 5580-0800  
Portugal Office  
BELGIUM/FRANCE/  
HOLLAND/  
LUXEMBOURG  
Roland Central Europe N.V.  
Houtstraat 3, B-2260, Oevel  
(Westerlo) BELGIUM  
U.S.A.  
Cakewalk, Inc.  
NORTH AMERICA  
Cais das Pedras, 8/9-1 Dto  
4050-465, Porto, PORTUGAL  
TEL: 22 608 00 60  
268 Summer Street Boston, MA  
02210 U.SA  
(617) 423-9004  
CANADA  
Roland Canada Ltd.  
ROMANIA  
FBS LINES  
Piata Libertatii 1,  
535500 Gheorgheni,  
ROMANIA  
(Head Office)  
PHILIPPINES  
5480 Parkwood Way  
Richmond B. C., V6V 2M4  
CANADA  
G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc.  
339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue  
Makati, Metro Manila 1200,  
PHILIPPINES  
Roland Shanghai Electronics  
Co.,Ltd.  
(BEIJING OFFICE)  
10F. No.18 3 Section Anhuaxili  
Chaoyang District Beijing  
100011 CHINA  
TEL: (014) 575811  
CROATIA  
ART-CENTAR  
Degenova 3.  
HR - 10000 Zagreb  
TEL: (1) 466 8493  
TEL: (604) 270 6626  
TEL: (266) 364 609  
TEL: (02) 899 9801  
Roland Canada Ltd.  
RUSSIA  
MuTek  
Dorozhnaya ul.3,korp.6  
117 545 Moscow, RUSSIA  
TEL: (095) 981-4967  
(Toronto Office)  
TAIWAN  
TEL: (010) 6426-5050  
EUROPE  
EDIROL (Europe) Ltd.  
Studio 3.4 114 Power Road  
London W4 5PY  
170 Admiral Boulevard  
Mississauga On L5T 2N6  
CANADA  
ROLAND TAIWAN  
CZECH REP.  
ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.  
Room 5, 9fl. No. 112 Chung  
Shan N.Road Sec.2, Taipei,  
TAIWAN, R.O.C.  
VIET NAM  
VIET THUONG  
CORPORATION  
386 CACH MANG THANG  
TAM ST. DIST.3,  
HO CHI MINH CITY  
VIET NAM  
CZECH REPUBLIC  
DISTRIBUTOR s.r.o  
Voctárova 247/16  
CZ - 180 00 PRAHA 8,  
CZECH REP.  
TEL: (905) 362 9707  
SLOVAKIA  
U. K.  
TEL: +44 (0)20 8747 5949  
FAX:+44 (0)20 8747 5948  
DAN Acoustic s.r.o.  
Povazská 18.  
TEL: (02) 2561 3339  
AFRICA  
SK - 940 01 Nové Zámky  
TEL: (035) 6424 330  
THAILAND  
Theera Music Co. , Ltd.  
100-108 Soi Verng  
Nakornkasem, New  
Road,Sumpantawongse,  
Bangkok 10100 THAILAND  
TEL: (2) 830 20270  
DENMARK  
SOUTH AFRICA  
Paul Bothner(PTY)Ltd.  
Deutschland  
TEL: 0700 33 47 65 20  
TEL: 9316540  
SPAIN  
Roland Iberia, S.L.  
Paseo García Faria, 33-35  
08005 Barcelona SPAIN  
TEL: 93 493 91 00  
Roland Scandinavia A/S  
Nordhavnsvej 7, Postbox 880,  
DK-2100 Copenhagen  
DENMARK  
HONG KONG  
Tom Lee Music Co., Ltd.  
Service Division  
22-32 Pun Shan Street, Tsuen  
Wan, New Territories,  
HONG KONG  
Royal Cape Park, Unit 24  
Londonderry Road, Ottery 7800  
Cape Town, SOUTH AFRICA  
Italia  
TEL: 02 93778329  
TEL: (02) 224-8821  
TEL: 3916 6200  
TEL: (021) 799 4900  
SWEDEN  
FINLAND  
Roland Scandinavia As, Filial  
Finland  
Elannontie 5  
FIN-01510 Vantaa, FINLAND  
TEL: (0)9 68 24 020  
Roland Scandinavia A/S  
SWEDISH SALES OFFICE  
Danvik Center 28, 2 tr.  
S-131 30 Nacka SWEDEN  
TEL: (0)8 702 00 20  
TEL: 2415 0911  
INDIA  
Rivera Digitec (India) Pvt. Ltd.  
411, Nirman Kendra  
AUSTRALIA/  
NEW ZEALAND  
Mahalaxmi Flats Compound  
Off. Dr. Edwin Moses Road,  
Mumbai-400011, INDIA  
TEL: (022) 2493 9051  
SWITZERLAND  
GREECE/CYPRUS  
AUSTRALIA/  
Roland (Switzerland) AG  
Landstrasse 5, Postfach,  
CH-4452 Itingen,  
STOLLAS S.A.  
NEW ZEALAND  
Roland Corporation  
Australia Pty.,Ltd.  
38 Campbell Avenue  
Dee Why West. NSW 2099  
AUSTRALIA  
Music Sound Light  
155, New National Road  
Patras 26442, GREECE  
TEL: 2610 435400  
SWITZERLAND  
TEL: (061)975-9987  
INDONESIA  
PT Citra IntiRama  
Jl. Cideng Timur No. 15J-15O  
Jakarta Pusat  
INDONESIA  
TEL: (021) 6324170  
UKRAINE  
EURHYTHMICS Ltd.  
P.O.Box: 37-a.  
Nedecey Str. 30  
UA - 89600 Mukachevo,  
UKRAINE  
HUNGARY  
Roland East Europe Ltd.  
Warehouse Area ‘DEPO’ Pf.83  
H-2046 Torokbalint,  
HUNGARY  
For Australia  
Tel: (02) 9982 8266  
For New Zealand  
Tel: (09) 3098 715  
KOREA  
Cosmos Corporation  
1461-9, Seocho-Dong,  
Seocho Ku, Seoul, KOREA  
TEL: (02) 3486-8855  
TEL: (23) 511011  
TEL: (03131) 414-40  
NORWAY  
Roland Scandinavia Avd.  
CENTRAL/LATIN  
AMERICA  
Kontor Norge  
MIDDLE EAST  
Lilleakerveien 2 Postboks 95  
Lilleaker N-0216 Oslo  
NORWAY  
ISRAEL  
Halilit P. Greenspoon & Sons  
Ltd.  
8 Retzif Ha’alia Hashnia St.  
Tel-Aviv-Yafo ISRAEL  
TEL: (03) 6823666  
BRAZIL  
Roland Brasil Ltda.  
Rua San Jose, 211 Parque  
Industrial San Jose  
Cotia - Sao Paulo - SP, BRAZIL  
TEL: (011) 4615 5666  
TEL: 2273 0074  
POLAND  
ROLAND POLSKA SP. Z O.O.  
ul. Kty Grodziskie 16B  
03-289 Warszawa  
Tel/Fax: +48 22 678 9512  
TEL: (022) 678 9512  
TURKEY  
ZUHAL DIS TICARET A.S.  
Galip Dede Cad. No.37  
Beyoglu - Istanbul / TURKEY  
TEL: (0212) 249 85 10  
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