Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product DS-5 Roland
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OWNER’S MANUAL Thank you for purchasing the Roland Bi-Amp Monitor DS-8/7/5. 201b Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 3, 4), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p.
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
3 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. ....................................................................... 001-50 • Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
4 026 • Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.
5 IMPORTANT NOTES 291b In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 ~ 4, please read and observe the following: Power Supply 301.
6 Panel Descriptions Front fig. Rear fig. 1 Digital Input Coaxial Input Connector (Digital Input) This is the digital input connector for coaxial cable. It cannot be used for input of analog audio signals (no sound is produced). Optical Input Connector (Digital Input) This is the digital input connector for optic-fiber cable.
7 Panel Descriptions Digital Input Select Switch This switch selects AES/EBU, Optical or Coaxial. Select the connector used for the input signal. Assign Switch This switch selects the stereo position of the digital signal. It selects Right, L+R, or Left when using two DS-8/7/5 monitors for stereo sound (with digital signals).
8 Connection Examples Using Two DS-8/7/5 Monitors for Stereo Sound fig. Mixer,etc. Example for Using Analog Input Connectors Example for Using Digital Input Connectors CD Player, DVD Player, MD Player, etc VS-2480DVD/CD, VS-2400CD, VS-2000CD,etc Recording Equipment,etc.
9 Connection Examples Important Notes on Placement • During setup and transport, be careful not to damage the vibrating portions (the speaker cone and diaphragm). • Be sure to place the monitor so that the slits on the top to radiate the heat is not obstructed.
10 Reference Troubleshooting If there is no sound or if the unit does not operate as you expect, please check the following points first. If this does not resolve the problem, contact the nearest Roland service center or authorized Roland distributor.
11 Reference Frequency Response DS-8 DS-7 DS-5 15 60 40 80 200 300 500 700 1K 2K 4K 8K 6K 3K 24K 0 -15 -30 30 (dB) Response (Hz) LF: max flat LF: min HF: max flat flat HF: min 15 60 40 80 200 300 500 .
C5100021 4YG Specifications 962a * 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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