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Chapter 18 CD-R Backup

This chapter explains how to create your own original audio CD and backup song data to CD-R/CD-RW discs.

This chapter describes various general CD-R or CD-RW operations. See Chapter 13 to learn about mastering a song to a CD-R or CD-RW.

CD-R Backup and Recover

You can save song data stored on the VS-1824’s hard drive to CD-R/CD-RW discs. This procedure is called “CD-R backup.” The process of loading backed-up song data from a CD-R/CD-RW disc onto the VS-1824 hard drive is referred to as “CD-R recover.” Besides all V-Track recordings, backed- up data also includes locators, markers, mixer Scenes, Automix data, and Undo levels.

In CD-R backup, song data is converted into a data format specifically for saving. This means it is not possible to play back song data directly from the CD-R/CD-RW drive. If you wish to play the backup data, it must be recovered onto a VS-1824 hard drive first. A song that will not fit on a single disc will be copied across multiple discs based on the available free space on the discs.

*Only song data on the internal drive can be backed up onto CD-R/CD-RW discs.

*Song data cannot be backed up to discs that already have songs (audio tracks) recorded on them.

*You may lose song data by incorrectly performing the CD-R backup procedure. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data. Furthermore, Roland does not warrant any copied data, regardless of the performance or condition of the CD-R/CD-RW drive.

*It is impossible to backup songs created by other VS models or in other VS model formats. For these types of songs, Execute Song Import first, then perform the Backup.

Before Using the CD-RW drive

Handling the CD-RW Drive

•Install the unit on a solid, level surface in an area free from vibration.

•Remove any disc from the drive before powering up or down.

•Avoid using the unit immediately after it has been moved to a location with a level of humidity that is greatly different than its former location. Rapid changes in the

environment can cause condensation to form inside the drive, which will adversely affect the operation of the drive and/or damage discs. When the unit has been moved, allow it to become accustomed to the new environment (allow a few hours) before operating it.

•To avoid the risk of malfunction and/or damage, insert

only discs with into the CD-RW drive. Never insert any other type of disc. Avoid getting paper clips,

coins, or any other foreign objects inside the drive.

•Do not attempt to remove the disc from the CD-RW drive while the drive is functioning (while the MIDI/ DISK indicator of VS-1824 or busy indicator of external CD-RW drive is lit).

•Do not attempt to carry a VS-1824 equipped with a CD-RW drive (VS-1824 CD) while a disc is loaded in the CD-RW drive.

•Do not touch the lens.

•When the lens is dirty, clean the lens with a commercial lens blower.

Handling CD-R/CD-RW Discs

•DO NOT play a CD-R/RW disc (CD-R/RW disc on which song data has been backed up) 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.

•Upon handling the discs, please observe the following.

❍Do not touch the recorded surface of the disc.

❍Do not use in dusty areas.

❍Do not leave the disc in direct sunlight or an enclosed vehicle.

•Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty discs may not read/write properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner.

•Keep the disc in the case.

•Do not keep the disc in the CD-RW drive for a long time.

•Do not put a sticker on the label of the disc.

•Wipe the disc with a soft and dry cloth radially from inside to outside. Do not wipe along circumference.

•Do not use benzine, record cleaner spray or solvents of any kind.

•Do not bend the disc.

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