Edirol V-44SW E1 Control Using V-LINK

Using the V-44SW with Other Devices

V-LINK ( ) is a function that allows music and

images to be performed together. By using MIDI to connect

two or more V-LINK compatible devices, you can easily enjoy

performing a wide range of visual effects that are linked to the

expressive elements of a music performance.

When V-LINK mode is on, you can have control of the V-44SW

be synchronized to the performance of a V-LINK compatible

instrument (such as the Fantom-X).

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For more on how to switch V-LINK mode on and off, refer to the

Owner’s Manual of the V-LINK compatible device connected to

the V-44SW.

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To see which functions can be controlled from the external device

while V-LINK mode is in effect, refer to the MIDI Implementation

for the connected device and the V-44SW’s MIDI Implementation.

The functions that can be controlled may vary according to the

connected device and the settings.

The MIDI Implementation for the V-44SW can be downloaded

from the Roland Systems Group website.

http://rolandsystemsgroup.net

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\o You can have the [MIDI] button light up or go off to show

whether V-LINK mode is on or off. Select “9. MIDI Setup” in the

menu and set “1: MIDI Sw Mode” to “V-LINK Indicator.”

Parameters settings under the initial V-LINK status (whereby

the V-44SW receives only the V-LINK ON message) are

shown below.

You can use the REMOTE connector to enable switching,

control of effects, and other operations from a computer or

other external control device.

The V-44SW’s REMOTE connector is a 9-pin male D-sub

connector. Be sure to use an RS-232C cable to connect the

control device.

An RS-232C cable (D-Sub, 9-pin, female-female) is the proper

cable for connecting a computer.

Cable Connections:

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Use an RS-232C cable with a connector that matches the

connector on your device.

Connect the V-44SW and control device with an

RS-232C cable.

Turn on the power to the control device.

Set the communications protocol for the control

device.

Turn on the power to the V-44SW.

Begin operation.

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For more detailed information about commands, refer to the

“REMOTE Command Reference” (p. 60).

Control Using V-LINK

What is V-LINK?

How to Use V-LINK

Initial V-LINK Status Settings

Parameter Initial Status

Rx Channel 1

Tx Channel 1

Channel Select Buttons SD VIDEO [1] button

TRANSITION Select Buttons [MIX] button

[TRANSITION TIME] Knob 0.0 (sec.)

[KEY] Button OFF

[P in P] Button OFF

PANEL PRESET Buttons OFF

Output Fade Mode Auto

OUTPUT FADE Level MAX (No fade)

Controlling the V-44SW from an

External Device Using the

REMOTE Connector

About Connections

Setup Procedure

1 : DCD

2 : RXD

3 : TXD

4 : DTR

5 : GND

6 : DSR

7 : RTS

8 : CTS

9 : RI