Roland MC-909 owner manual About V-LINK, What is V-LINK?, Connection examples, Using V-LINK

About V-LINK

What is V-LINK?

V-LINK ( ) is a function that provides for the play of music and visual material. By using V-LINK-compatible video equipment, visual effects can be easily linked to, and made part of the expressive elements of a performance.

(Examples)

By using the MC-909 and Edirol DV-7PR together, you can:

•Make Edirol DV-7PR playback settings remotely from the MC-909.

•Use the MC-909’s sequencer to enjoy synchronized music and video.

•Use the MC-909’s velocity pads to switch the Edirol DV-7PR’s images (clips/palettes).

•Use the MC-909’s knobs to adjust the brightness or color of the image.

•Use the MC-909’s turntable emulation to control the video playback speed along with the music playback speed.

*In order to use V-LINK with the MC-909 and Edirol DV-7PR, you will need to make connections using an Edirol UM1/UM-1S (sold separately).

By using the MC-909 and Edirol V-4 together, you can:

•Make settings for remotely controlling the V-4 from the MC-909.

•Use the MC-909’s sequencer to switch images on the V-4, creating video performances with synchronized music.

•Use the MC-909’s velocity pads to control the V-4’s input selector, switching between images from various source devices.

•Use the MC-909’s knobs to specify the time for transition effects (e.g., overlap or wipe).

*In order to use V-LINK with the MC-909 and Edirol V-4, you will need a commercially-available MIDI cable.

Connection examples

*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.

Connection to Edirol DV-7PR

Use a UM-1 to connect the MC-909’s MIDI OUT connector to the DV- 7PR’s remote jack.

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Connection to Edirol V-4

Use a commercially-available MIDI cable to connect the MC-909’s MIDI OUT connector to the Edirol V-4’s MIDI IN connector.

Edirol UM-1

REMOTE

Edirol DV-7PR

MIDI OUT

MC-909

MIDI IN

	Projector
Edirol V-4	Display

Using V-LINK

Turning V-LINK on

1.In the lower left of the panel, press [V-LINK] so the indicator is lighted.

The V-LINK SETUP screen will appear.

2.Press [F6 (Close)] or [EXIT].

The [V-LINK] indicator will remain lit, and you’re returned to the previous screen.

In this state, you can operate the velocity pads and turntable emulation slider to manipulate images in sync with the playback of the MC-909.

Even when V-LINK is on, the panel will operate in the same way as usual for Pattern mode (p. 22), Patch/Sample mode (p. 52), and Song mode (p. 80).

Turning V-LINK off

1.Press [V-LINK] to access the V-LINK SETUP screen.

2.Press [V-LINK] again.

The [V-LINK] indicator goes out, and you’re returned to the previous screen.

You cannot turn V-LINK off from a screen other than the V-LINK SETUP screen.

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