Roland M-48 owner manual Panel Descriptions, Top Panel

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Panel Descriptions

Top Panel

Memory section

 

Supplementary input section

 

Line out section

 

 

 

Headphones section

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Layer select section

 

Group control section

 

Control select section

Layer select section

Here you can select the layer for the groups that you want to operate.

The button corresponding to the currently shown layer will light.

[1-8] button

Selects groups 1–8.

Group control section (continued)

SIG (signal) indicators

These will light when the group contains a source whose level exceeds -40 dB. This indicates the level of the source immediately after the REAC input.

[9-16] button

Selects groups 9–16.

*If the button of the layer not shown is blinking, this means that Solo is turned on for a group in that layer.

Group control section

Here you can mix the groups.

*The [CONTROL] knobs, SIG indicators, and [SOLO] buttons of unused groups (no sources assigned) will not do anything.

[SOLO] buttons

These turn Solo on/off for each group.

The button will blink when Solo is on.

☞“Listening to Each Group Individually (Solo)” (p. 26)

Control select section

Here you can select the parameter that will be adjusted by the [Control] knobs of the group control section.

The button of the selected parameter will light.

[Control] knobs

These adjust the parameter selected in the control select section.

The indicators around the circumference of the [Control] knobs indicate the approximate value of the parameter you’re adjusting.

When the indicator at the 6 o’clock position is lit, the following values are indicated.

• Volume/Reverb send/EQ gain: 0.0 dB

• Pan: center

Lit

[VOLUME] button

This button allows you to adjust the volume.

The volume can be adjusted in a range of -Inf dB – +20.0 dB.

☞“Adjusting the Volume of Each Group” (p. 26)

[PAN] button

This allows you to adjust the pan.

☞“Adjusting the Pan of Each Group” (p. 27)

[REVERB SEND] button

This button allows you to adjust the reverb send.

The reverb send can be adjusted in a range of -Inf dB – +10.0 dB.

☞“Applying Reverb to Each Group” (p. 28)

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Contents Copyright 2009 Roland Corporation Check the included Items Ferrite coreMain Features Table of Contents Never install the unit in any of the following locations Do not open or perform any internal modifications on UnitScrews for attaching the APC-33 all purpose clamp Protect the unit from strong impact. Do not drop itNever climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit Distance from this unit, or switch them off Connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctionsMove it farther away from the source of interference Can deform or discolor the unitPanel Descriptions Top PanelLine OUT Volume knob Phones Volume knobControl select section LO Gain button MID Freq buttonRear Panel Installation Placing the M-48 on a Desk at an AngleAttaching the M-48 to the Top of a Mic Stand Attach the mounting bracket to the M-48Installation If Your Mic Stand has 3/8 inch ThreadsItems to use Attach the mounting bracket to the mic standIf Your Mic Stand has 5/8 inch Threads Attaching the M-48 to Any Part of a Mic Stand Attach the APC-33 to your mic stand or drum, and fastenMounting bracket BelowSpread the two tabs and open the ferrite core Attaching the Reac Connector CoverAttaching the Ferrite Core Connecting External Devices Connecting the M-48 to a V-Mixing SystemConnecting the M-48 to an Analog Mixer System Connecting External DevicesConnecting Nine or More M-48 Units Units4000S-3208 Slave Reac device Front speakers 400 FOHConnecting Input/Output Devices to the M-48 Rear panelTurning the Power On Turning the Power OffMaking Settings for the M-48 Other settings settings made by the mixing engineer Groups for the drummer Example setup for the DrummerSource level/pan settings Example setup for lead vocalist Groups for the lead vocalistGuitar1 L Guitar2 LExample setup for backing vocalists Source assign settings Groups for backing vocalistOverhead L Guitar1 L Guitar1 R Guitar2 L Guitar2 RAdjusting the Mix Adjusting the Volume of Each GroupPress the Volume button Here’s how to monitor just the audio of a specific groupAdjusting the Pan of Each Group Adjusting the Input Level of AUXUsing the Built-in Ambient Mic Turn the AUX in knob to adjust the AUX in input levelUsing Effects Applying Reverb to Each GroupApplying EQ to Each Group Press the Reverb Send buttonApplying a Limiter to the Headphones Output Adjusting the Line Out Output LevelAbout Memory Using the Memory FunctionsStoring Mixer Settings to Memory Store Recalling Mixer Settings from Memory Recall Returning to the Factory Settings Factory ResetTurn off the power p Press the Recall buttonMain Specifications DimensionsBlock Diagram Troubleshooting Avis Information Other CENTRAL/ Latin America
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M-48 specifications

The Roland M-48 is a versatile and powerful multipurpose digital mixer that has been designed to meet the needs of modern sound engineers and musicians. This state-of-the-art device combines advanced technology with intuitive design, making it an essential tool for live performances, studio sessions, and broadcast applications.

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In summary, the Roland M-48 is a comprehensive digital mixer that combines high channel counts, advanced DSP technology, ease of use, and robust connectivity options. With its impressive range of features, it serves as an invaluable asset for sound professionals across various applications, from live events to studio recordings. Its combination of quality, versatility, and durability makes it a standout choice in the competitive landscape of digital mixers.
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