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MICRO BR

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Mixdown

Its necessary to bounce all of your tracks to a stereo pair of tracks before you can export your song to a computer as a WAV or MP3 file for burning onto a CD. In normal mode, push EXIT and UTILITY until you see BOUNCE on the display.
Congratulations on your purchase of the BOSS MICRO BR. This TurboStart contains stepby-step instructions that will quickly introduce you the MICRO BRs major features. Note: The MICRO BR has two modes: normal mode and MP3 mode. In MP3 mode, MP3 appears in the lower-left corner the display. Use the MP3/TRAINER button to toggle between modes.
Note: The upper right corner of the display shows the track youre bouncing to. By default, 12V2Tracks 1 and 2, Virtual Track 2is selected. 4 Press STOP and REWIND together to go back to the beginning of the song. Press RECORD, and then press PLAY. When the songs finished playing, press STOP.

Creating a New Song

In normal mode, press UTILITY. Press TR1 (SNG). Press TR2 (NEW). Press VALUE + or VALUE until HiFi(MT2) is showing on the display. Press TR4 (EXE).

Converting to MP3/WAV

8 In normal mode, press UTILITY. Press TR2 (TRK). Press the 4 CURSOR. Press TR2 (EXP). Use the CURSOR and VALUE buttons to select TR12V2, unless you bounced to a different destination. Press TR4 for NEXT. Press the Value + or key to choose the quality of MP3 you want to create, or to choose WAV. Press TR4 (EXE) to perform the conversion.

Selecting an Input

Before you select a track, you must first select the input you want to use: In normal mode, press INPUT. 2 Press a TR1-4 button to select the corresponding input: gtr, mic, lin, or ext. Note: The input thats shown on the display in capital letters is selected. 3 Turn the INPUT LEVEL knob on the side of the MICRO BR as far up as you can without your loudest input signal turning on the OVER indicator.
Selecting and Recording a Track
4 In normal mode, press the Record button (the button with the red dot beneath it). Press TR1 to record on Track 1REC flashes above the TR1 button. Press the PLAY button to start recording. When youre done, press STOP.
Tip: You can also convert MICRO BR recordings to MP3 or WAV format on your computer using the free BR Wave Converter software available at RolandUS.com.

Using The Rhythm Track

In normal mode, the MICRO BR has a built-in drum machine you can jam with! Press RHYTHM. 2 Press TR1 until ON is displayed on the bottom right of the display. 3 Press TR2 until it says PT: at the top left of the display. 4 Press PLAY to hear the drum pattern play. 5 Use the VALUE + or to change the drum pattern to the desired style.
Note: To record other tracks, repeat the steps above, pressing TR2 for Track 2, TR3 for Track 3 etc. Youll hear your recorded tracks play as you record new ones.
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Applying Effects

Transferring an MP3/WAV File to a Computer
Connect a USB cable from your computer to the MICRO BRthe MICRO BR appears as a removable storage device on your computer. On a:
The MICRO BR has a powerful effects engine you can use as you record. Press EFFECTS. 2 Use the VALUE + or to switch between different effect presets. Note: You will get different effect presets based on the input you selected earlier. 3 Record your track or MP3/WAV file as described earlier.
Windows PCit appears in your My Computer window. Macit appears on your desktop.
Note: In some versions of Windows, the MICRO BR may appear as a removable storage device titled Removable disk (?:). 4 On the computer, double-click the MICRO BR to reveal two folders: MP3 and Roland. Open the MP3 folder to display your MP3 and/or WAV files. Drag the files from the MP3 folder to the desired location on your computer, such as your desktop.
Playing an MP3 or WAV File
The MP3 file name appears on the display. A demonstration song called Big Dance comes pre-loaded on the MICRO BR. Note: As shipped from the factory, the MICRO BR starts up in MP3 mode. If youre not in MP3 mode, press MP3/TRAINER to enter MP3 mode. Press the VALUE + or key until Big Dance shows on the display. Press PLAY.
Recording An MP3/WAV File
You can record a stereo MP3 or WAV file directly from an input. If youre not in MP3 mode, press MP3/TRAINER to enter MP3 mode. 2 Press INPUT. 3 Press a TR1-4 button to select the corresponding input: gtr, mic, lin, or ext. Note: The selected input appears on the display in capital letters. Press EXIT. Turn the INPUT LEVEL knob on the side of the MICRO BR as far up as you can without your loudest input signal turning on the OVER indicator. Press RECORD (the button with the red dot beneath it.) Press the Value + or key until the quality MP3 youd like or WAV is shown on the display. Press PLAY to begin recording. When youre finished recording, press STOP.

352b Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off. 354a Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit. 355b When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated. 360 Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface. You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.

Maintenance

401a For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. 402 Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Placement

351 Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference. 352a This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

Repairs and Data

452 Please be aware that all data contained in the units memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up on a SD card or on your personal computer, or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

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Additional Precautions
551 Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the units memory on a SD card or on your personal computer. 552 Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on a SD card or on your personal computer once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data. 553 Use a reasonable amount of care when using the units buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions. 554 Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display. 556 When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itselfnever pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cables internal elements. 558a To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the units volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night). 559a When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials. 562 Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

Before Using Cards

Using DATA Cards
704 Carefully insert the DATA card all the way in until it is firmly in place. fig.M512-Insert
705 Never touch the terminals of the DATA card. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty. 708 SD cards are constructed using precision components; handle the cards carefully, paying particular note to the following. To prevent damage to the cards from static electricity, be sure to discharge any static electricity from your own body before handling the cards. Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact portion of the cards. Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or vibration. Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or other such locations. Do not allow cards to become wet. Do not disassemble or modify the cards.

Copyright

851 Unauthorized recording, distribution, sale, lending, public performance, broadcasting, or the like, in whole or in part, of a work (musical composition, video, broadcast, public performance, or the like) whose copyright is held by a third party is prohibited by law. 853 Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this unit.

Complete music production workstation
The MICRO BR features workstation functionality, which lets you create a finished song without needing to use any other equipment.
Section 1. Recording and playing back (p. 38)
Versatile audio inputs and effects
The input jacks let you directly connect your electric guitar or bass, or a stereo microphone or line output device. Theres also a built-in microphone. Effects powered by COSM technology can be applied to the audio input, producing a wide range of variation.
You can also play back the four tracks and mix them down to a V-track, so theres no need to erase anything even if youve used all the tracks.
Putting multiple tracks together (Bounce) (p. 50)
Using Insert Effects (p. 61) Using Reverb Effect (p. 74)

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What is a V-track? Each track consists of eight virtual tracks, and you can choose one of these virtual tracks for recording and playback. In other words, you can record your performances using up to 4 x 8 = 32 tracks, and choose four of these tracks for playback. We call these virtual tracks V-tracks.
Putting multiple tracks together (Bounce) (p. 50) Mastering (p. 76)

Audio data conversion

Song data youve completed can be converted within the MICRO BR to common formats such as MP3 or WAV, and sent via USB to your computer.
Converting between track data and audio files (p. 112) Section 6. Using USB (p. 100)
V-Track1 V-Track2 V-Track3 V-Track4 V-Track5 V-Track6 V-Track7 V-Track8
Convenient MP3/WAV functionality
The MICRO BR can function as an MP3 or WAV file player, making it easy to take your favorite music with you for listening. Theres also a Trainer function, which lets you play back MP3/WAV music at a slower tempo or eliminate the sound localized at the center of the sound fieldgreat features when you want to practice along on your instrument. Extended-duration MP3 recording is also supported, so the MICRO BR is ideal for outdoor recording using a commercially available stereo microphone or the onboard microphone.
If youre using V-tracks in your recording, youll find it convenient to photocopy and use the Track Sheet (p. 131) provided at the end of this manual.

Rhythm function

Theres a convenient rhythm function, which provides a very useful way to capture phrases or song ideas that come to mind. Simply select a rhythm pattern thats close to what you have in mind, and set the tempo. The MICRO BR also provides an Arrange function, which lets you combine rhythm patterns to create an entire song.
Section 5. Using MP3 player (p. 91)

Built-in chromatic tuner

The built-in chromatic tuner lets you tune while your guitar or bass is connected to the MICRO BR.

Press [UTILITY].

Press [TR1] (SNG).

Press [TR1] (SEL).

The song select screen will appear.
Use VALUE [-][+] to select 01:BigDance.

fig.Disp-Song-sel.eps

If you want to adjust the volume of each track, refer to Adjusting the volume of a track (p. 33).

Press [TR4] (EXE).

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Changing the current position
You can use any of the following methods to change the current position within the song.
Operation Fast-forward Rewind The song will rewind while you hold down Move to the beginning of the song (00:00:00-00.0) Move to the end of the song Hold down Move in steps of hours/minutes/seconds/ frames/sub-frames Move in steps of measures/beats and press. Hold down and press. Explanation The song will fast-forward while you hold down.
Use CURSOR [ ][ ] to move the cursor to the hours/minutes/ seconds/frames/sub-frames indication, and use VALUE [-][+] to change the time. Use CURSOR [ ][ ] to move the cursor to the measure/beat indication, and use VALUE [-][+] to change the measure/beat.
About the display indicates the time location The time (see below) shown in the lower line of the display indicates the location as 00 hours 00 minutes 00 seconds 00 frames 0 sub-frames.

fig.Disp-MTC

One frame is 1/30th of a second. A sub-frame is 1/10th of a frame.

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Creating a new song
If the memory card contains more than one song, the most recently used song will be selected automatically. If you want to record a new song, proceed as follows.
The new song will be created, and you will return to the Play screen.
Creating a new song (Song New)

fig.QS-SONG-NEW.eps

* Before you create a new song, read Connecting other equipment (p. 22) and connect your equipment before you continue. * Make sure that the display does not indicate.

Press [TR2] (NEW).

The display will indicate Type.

fig.Disp-.eps

Use VALUE [-][+] to select HiFi.
For more about the data type, refer to Recording (p. 38).

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Selecting the input
Here we explain how to select the audio source (input) that you want to record. As an example, well explain how to connect your electric guitar and input its sound.
Use CURSOR [ ][ ] to move the cursor to Sns (sensitivity), and use VALUE [-][+] to adjust the setting.
Adjust the sensitivity for the source you want to record. For best results, adjust the sensitivity as high as possible without allowing the OVER indication to appear in the screen when the loudest sounds are produced by the input source. If the OVER indicator lights, reduce the Sns value.

Erasing a song (Song Erase)
This operation erases a song from the memory card. 1. 2. Press [UTILITY] then press [TR1] (SNG). Press CURSOR [ ].

fig.Disp-util-song2.eps

Press [TR3] (ERS). The display will ask ERS?

fig.Disp-ERS.eps

Press [TR2] (CPY). The display will ask Copy to NewSong? 4. 5. Use VALUE [-] [+] to select the song that you want to erase. Press [TR4] (YES). The display will ask Are you sure? If you are sure you want to erase the song, press [TR4] (YES). If you decide not to erase the song, press [EXIT] (or [UTILITY]). Press [UTILITY] (or press [EXIT] several times) to return to the Play screen.
* If you erase the song that youre currently using, another song on the memory card will be selected automatically. If no other song exists, a new song will be created.

fig.Disp-CPY.eps

Press [TR4] (YES). The Copy operation will be executed. Once the copy has been completed, Completed! appears in the display, and youre returned to the Play screen.
7. If the message Card Full! appears If this message appears before you copy data, the memory card has insufficient free space. Either execute the operation described in Saving space on the memory card (Song Optimize) (p. 59), or erase unneeded songs or audio files (MP3, etc.) from the memory card. For details, refer to Erasing a song (Song Erase) (p. 58) or Erasing an MP3/ WAV file (p. 98). If you want to check the free space remaining on a memory card, refer to Viewing song information (p. 52).

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Saving space on the memory card (Song Optimize)
When you perform track editing or punch-in/ out, the previous data will remain on the memory card without being erased. In some cases, this unneeded data may occupy significant space on the memory card, unnecessarily using up the cards capacity. This will reduce the available recording time. By executing the Song Optimize operation you can erase unneeded data from the memory card and increase the amount of space thats available. 1. 2. Press [UTILITY] then press [TR1] (SNG). Press CURSOR [ ].
Naming a song (Song Name)
When you create a new song, it will automatically be given a name such as SONG0001. When youve finished your song, we recommend that you give it a descriptive name so that youll be able to manage your songs more easily. 1. Press [UTILITY] then press [TR1] (SNG).

fig.Disp-util-song1.eps

16. Press [TR4] (EXE). The display will ask ********.*** OK?
* ********.*** stands for the filename and the file extension.
17. If you want to convert, press [TR4] (YES). If you want to cancel this operation, press [EXIT]. Press [TR4] (YES), and the track data will be converted to MP3 or WAV. The converted audio file will be saved in the MP3 folder. (p. 101) The mastering data has been converted, youre returned to the mastering screen.
You can listen the converted audio file in MP3 mode. (p. 93)

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Editing the Mastering Tool Kit settings
If you want to create new settings, select the existing patch thats closest to what you have in mind, then modify (edit) those settings. If you want to save your edited settings, you can save them as a user patch or a song patch. 1. Press [EXIT] and [UTILITY] several times to make the display indicate 2. Press [EFFECTS]. The mastering tool kit selection screen appears. 7. 6. Use CURSOR [ ][ ] to move the cursor to the parameter that you want to edit, and use VALUE [-] [+] to edit the values. If there are other parameters that you want to edit, use CURSOR [ ][ ] to move the cursor to each parameter, and use VALUE [-] [+] to edit the value. If you want to edit another effect block, press [EXIT] and then repeat steps 57.

fig.Disp-mastering.eps

If you want to save the current effect settings, refer to Saving the mastering tool kit settings (Write) (p. 79).
Use CURSOR [ ][ ] and VALUE [-] [+] to select a patch. Choose a preset, user, or song patch number. Press [TR2] (EDT). The mastering tool kit edit screen appears. Changes you make to the Mastering Tool Kit settings are temporary. If you exit the effect edit screen without saving your edited effect patch, the indication ** will appear in the area that indicates the bank. Please be aware that your edits will be lost if you perform any of the following when this ** indication is shown:
Select another effect patch Load/save a song Turn off the power

fig.Disp-MTK-edit.eps

When it doesnt settle on one screen because there are a lot of the effect blocks, the screen is switched pressing the CURSOR [ ][ ] button. 5. Press the [TR1][TR4] button for the effect block that you want to edit. In the screen shown here, the effect blocks are assigned like this: [TR1] (IN), [TR2] (CMP), and so forth. Of the displayed blocks, blocks that are turned on are shown in uppercase, and blocks that are turned off are shown in lowercase. Press one of the [TR1][TR4] buttons to access the parameter editing screen for the corresponding effect block.

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Saving the mastering tool kit settings (Write)
Heres how you can assign a name (patch name) to the kit settings youve edited, and save them as a new patch.
* You cant save a patch while a song is playing or being recorded. * If you dont need to edit the patch name, proceed to step 5.

If youve created an MP3/WAV file on your computer and would like to use it on the MICRO BR, youll need to transfer the MP3/ WAV file from your computer to the MICRO BR. For details on how to transfer MP3/ WAV files, read Section 6. Using USB (p. 100). If a memory card included with a commercially available MP3 player is inserted in the MICRO BR, it wont work, since such cards cant be used as is. In order to use a memory card on the MICRO BR, youll need to initialize (p. 115) the card first. However, all data saved on that memory card will be lost when you initialize the card. You can't use the following functions in MP3 mode. Rhythm function Reverb

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Switching to MP3 Mode
Press [MP3/TRAINER] to enter MP3 mode; the display will indicate
Playing back will stop. When

(the MP3 screen).

pressed after the playback is stopped, the playback is restarted from the current time location.

Playing the MP3/WAV file

1. Press [MP3/TRAINER]. Switches to MP3 mode; the display will indicate 2. (the MP3 screen).
The file numbers are displayed in order of the file name (alphabetical). In order to send an MP3/WAV file created on your computer to the MICRO BR, youll need to establish a USB connection (p. 101).
Use CURSOR [ ][ ] to move the cursor to the file number, and use VALUE [-][+] to select the number of the MP3/ WAV file you want to play. Press. The file begins playing. When the current audio file finishes playing, the next file will start playing. You can use the following operations when during playback.
Operation The MP3/WAV file will fast-forward while you hold down. The MP3/WAV file will rewind while

Action Fast-forward

you hold down. Move to the beginning of the Hold down and press. current file Move to the ending of the curHold down and press. rent file Move to the Press [+] when the cursor on the file preceding file number. Move to the next Press [-] when the cursor on the file file number.

Mac OS 9.1.x / 9.2.x Mac OS X Driver The MICRO BR uses a standard DRIVER that is found on OS. The DRIVER will be installed automatically once connected with Computer via USB.
Realtime audio signals and MIDI messages cannot be handled via the MICRO BRs USB connector.

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Connecting to your computer
Use the USB cable to connect the MICRO BR to your computer. The end of the USB cable that is connected to the MICRO BR has a mini type B USB connector. If you purchase a cable from a computer shop, be sure that you are getting the correct shape and type of connector. * Purchase USB cables at computer stores or other retailers.

fig.05-040

Composition of Data on Memory Cards
The folders and files created are as shown below.

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Section 6
Root folder MP3 folder 123MUSIC.MP3 AMAZING.MP3 BIGDANCE.MP3 HELLO.WAV MP3/WAV files ROLAND folder
To USB connector of your computer

MP3 Folder

USB cable

(mini B type)

This is the folder in which you will place the MP3 or WAV files used in MP3 mode. If you place MP3/WAV files from your computer in this folder, youll be able to play them back on the MICRO BR. MP3/WAV files youve created on the MICRO BR can also be taken from this folder into your computer.
MP3/WAV files must be saved in the MP3 folder. MP3/WAV files located in any other folder cannot be played. Do not delete the MP3 folder. The MICRO BR may stop operating correctly if you do so. Do not place files unsupported by the MICRO BR in the MP3 folder. You'll need to convert the track data into the MP3/WAV file to use the track data with your computer as MP3/WAV file. For details refer to Converting between track data and audio files (p. 112).

ROLAND Folder

The song data and various settings used by the MICRO BR are saved in this folder. If you want to back up your song data, or exchange song data with a BR-900CD or BR-600, copy this folder.

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Checking the folders and files saved on a memory card
When you connect the MICRO BR via USB to your computer (p. 103, p. 106), a MICRO_BR icon will appear on your computer.
* With certain versions of Windows OS, the Removable disk (?:) icon may be displayed.

fig.05-020

The MICRO BR does not support long filenames. Such filenames will not be displayed correctly. Assign filenames of no more than eight characters, not including the filename extension.

Rhythm Effects

Rhythm Effects 6.
Since effect settings and rhythm settings are not compatible between the MICRO BR and the BR900CD/600, these settings will be ignored. The MICRO BR and BR-900CD/600 use different types of memory cards. This means that in order to transfer data between the MICRO BR and the BR-900CD/600, you must use your computer to copy the data from the original memory card to the other memory card.
For details on handling the ROLAND folder, refer to Composition of Data on Memory Cards (p. 101).

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Section 7. Other Convenient Functions
Adjusting the Display Contrast
Depending on where the MICRO BR is situated, the display contents may be difficult to read. If this is the case, perform the procedure given below to adjust the contrast (1 to 20). 1. 2.
Tuning an Instrument (Tuner)
The MICRO BR has a built-in chromatic tuner function that allows you to tune your instrument quickly. The built-in tuner supports both guitar and bass guitar. As an example here, we will explain how to use the tuner to tune your guitar.
* It is not possible to play back or record while using the tuner.
Press [UTILITY]. Use CURSOR [ ][ LCD Contrast screen. ] to access the
Check the following points before you begin. 3. 4. Use VALUE [-][+] to adjust the value. If you decide the contrast, press [EXIT] (or [UTILITY]).
Your guitar is connected to the GUITAR IN jack. GTR is selected as the input source (p. 39). The Sns parameter is at the highest value possible without causing the OVER icon to light (p. 39).
If you press and hold [UTILITY] while turning the VALUE [-][+], you will be able to change the contrast in real time. Choose the method that best suits the MICRO BRs setup.

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Tuning
While viewing the tuning guide, adjust the tuning so that is positioned midway
If you do not want to output the tuning sounds, either turn down the VOLUME dial. 1.
between the two sides. If the pitch of the string is within +/-50 cents of the correct pitch, the tuning guide will indicate the discrepancy between the actual and the correct pitches. Your instrument is tuned above the displayed note
Hold down [EFFECTS] and press [RHYTHM].

Section 7

When the built-in tuner of the MICRO BR is used, the reference pitch is shown in the upper of the display, and the note name in the right. The lower part will display a tuning guide to indicate the difference between the input sound and the displayed note.

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MC (MIC) Bank
No. Patch Name Ag LoCut FarDista Ag3B Cmp Only Lmt ForNylon Only Cho Vo Dly 1 Vo Dly 2 Vo Comp OnBoard1 MTK on M Vocal EQ BrightEQ Enh+BCut VocalFx1 VocalFx2 VocalFx3 VocalFx4 SLAPBACK KARAOKE Algorithm VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI MSTR TOOL KIT MSTR TOOL KIT VOCAL MULTI COSM GTR AMP VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI MSTR TOOL KIT VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI VOCAL MULTI

EX (EXTERNAL MIC) Bank

No. Patch Name Flat Mixdown PreMastr Live Mix Pop Mix DanceMix JinglMix HardComp SoftComp DanceCmp Algorithm MSTR TOOL KIT MSTR TOOL KIT MSTR TOOL KIT MSTR TOOL KIT MSTR TOOL KIT MSTR TOOL KIT MSTR TOOL KIT MSTR TOOL KIT MSTR TOOL KIT MSTR TOOL KIT

MT (MASTERING) Bank

LN (LINE) Bank

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(*1) Stored in the Song. (If you want to save the settings as the currently selected song data, hold down and press.)
(*2) Stored in the MICRO BR. (*3) Not Stored.

Mixer Parameter

Parameter Name (*1) Display Input Select Input Sens Sns (GTR) Sns (MIC) Sns (LIN) Sns (EXT) Input Reverb Rv (GTR) Rv (MIC) Rv (LIN) Rv (EXT) Track Level Track Level Track Pan Track Pan Track Reverb Track Reverb Recording Mode Initial Value GTR 100 C(Normal) Valid Settings GTR, MIC, LIN, EXT -12 +8 (dB) -16 +8 (dB) -6 +8 (dB) -15 +9 (dB) 0120 L50C00R(Normal), BOUNCE, MASTERING (*3)

Insert Effects

Parameter Name (*1) Display

Location Location

Initial Value

INPUT<NORMAL>

Valid Settings
INPUT<NORMAL>, INPUT<REC DRY>, TRACK 14, 1/2, 3/4, RHYTHM, MASTER

Reverb

Parameter Name (*1) Reverb Type Reverb Time Tone Level Display Type Rev Time Tone Level Initial Value HALL 2.50 Valid Settings ROOM, HALL 0.110.0 (s) -120+12 (dB) 0100

Recorder Parameter

Parameter Name (*1) Recording Track V-Track Auto Punch On/Off Auto Punch In/Out Repeat Repeat Start/End Display Rec Track V-TRACK Initial Value Track OFF Valid Settings Track 14, 1/2, 3/OFF, ON (A.PUNCH indicator appear) Any time OFF, ON ( indicator appear) Any time

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Song Parameter
Parameter Name (*1) Song Name Data Type Song Protect Tuner Display Type TUNER Initial Value SONG0000 HiFi (MT2) OFF 440 Valid Settings 8 characters HiFi (MT2), STD (LV1), LONG (LV2) OFF, ON 435445 (Hz)

Phrase Trainer

Parameter Name (*3) Time Stretch Center Cancel Display CENTER CANCEL Center Cancel Adjust CenterAdjst Center Cancel Low Boost Low Boost Initial Value 100 OFF CValid Settings 25200 (%) OFF, ON L10L01, C00, R01R10 012

Event Full!

Cause: The MICRO BR has used up all the events that can be handled by one song. Perform the Song Optimize operation (p. 59). Solution:

No File!

Cause: The file you are trying to import with MP3/WAV import was not found. Have the file you want to import ready in the MP3 folder.
What is an event? The smallest unit of memory used by the MICRO BR to store recorded results on a memory card is the event. A newly created song provides approximately 2,000 events per song. For each track, one recording pass uses two events. Operations such as punch-in/out or track copy also use up events. The number of events that are used up will fluctuate in a complex way. Even if there is capacity remaining on the memory card, further recording or track editing will not be possible if all of the events are used up. In such cases, an error message such as Event Full will appear.

No Song!

Cause: Solution: Cause: There are no songs on the memory card. Create a new song (p. 38). Incorrect data is in the song folder, or the necessary data is not present. Restore the data backed up on the computer to the MICRO BR. In this case, restore each ROLAND folder to the MICRO BR (p. 104) (p. 107).

Power Down!

Cause: Internal power source voltage is below than guaranteed workable range. In case of using PSA adaptor: Cable might be broken or adaptor itself might be malfunctioning. Please contact Roland Service or Roland authorized dealers. In case of using batteries: Please replace with new batteries (p. 20).
Cause: Solution: The button was pressed while the Hold switch was on. Turn off the Hold switch, and then operate the button.

No Card!

Cause: You have tried to operate the recorder, or access the memory while the memory card (SD memory card) is not inserted, or is not inserted properly. The memory card has been removed after selection of data on that memory card. Turn off the MICRO BR, properly

Protected!

Cause: You are attempting to write data to a song that has protection switched on. To write data to the song, switch Protect to OFF (p. 60).

Cause:

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Stop Recorder!

Cause: The operation you attempted cannot be done while the recorder is running (playing or recording). Press [STOP] to stop playback or recording.

Macintosh.. 100, 106 Maintenance.. 14, 33 Manual.. 69, 71 Manual punch-in/out.. 45 Master... 71 Mastering.. 11, 76 Mastering Mode.. 42 Mastering Tool Kit.. 76, 78 MATCH... 71 MC (MIC) Bank... 120 MC Bank.. 66 MEA... 54, 114 Measure... 15 memory card... 20 METAL.. 71 METAL D... 71 MIC... 14 Mic Bank.. 66 Mic Level... 72 Mic Set... 72 Mid Attack.. 67, 80 Mid Level.. 70, 81 Mid Ratio... 67, 80 Mid Release.. 67, 80 Mid Thres.. 67, 80 Middle... 71 MIX... 70 Mix Level... 69 MIXER... 66, 70, 81 Mixer Parameter.. 121 MODE... 13 Mode.. 15, 73 MOV.. 55 Moving data.. 55 MP3.. 34, 91 MP3 Folder.. 101 MP3 Mode.. 93 MP3 screen... 17 MP3/TRAINER.. 13 MP3/WAV file information.. 99 MS... 71 MSTR TOOL KIT.. 66 MT (MASTERING) Bank.. 120 MT2.. 12, 38 music distribution sites.. 91
Onboard Microphone.. 14 OPT... 59 Optimize... 59 Options.. 130 OS... 100 OUT.. 70 OUTPUT.. 66, 70, 81 Output Impedance.. 130 OVER... 16
pan... 44 PAN-SQR... 73 PAN-TRI... 73 Parameter List. 67, 80, 121 patch name.. 63 pattern... 82 Pattern mode.. 83 Pattern Name.. 118 Pattern number.. 87 PHASER.. 66, 71 PHONES/LINE OUT.. 18 Phrase Trainer.. 35, 95 ping-pong recording.. 50 Play... 14 Play screen... 16 playback speed.. 35, 95 Playing an arrangement.. 90 Playing back.. 33, 43 plug-in powered condenser mic. 18, 114 POWER... 13 Power Down!.. 127 power off... 24 power on... 24

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Power Save.. 116 Power Supply.. 130 PREAMP.. 66, 71 Presence... 71 Preset arrangement.. 83, 117 Preset Arrangement List. 117 Preset patches... 62 Preset Pattern List.. 118 Protect... 60 Protected!... 127 PT... 31, 85 PTC... 60 Punch-in/out.. 45
R&A.. 43 Rate.. 6869, 71, 73 Recommended Load Impedance.. 130 Recorder Parameter.. 121 Recording.. 14, 32, 38, 42, 97 recording level.. 39 Recording Time.. 12, 38, 97, 129 Recovering... 105, 108 Redo.. 49 Reference Pitch.. 111 Release.. 70, 81 Remain... 52 remaining available recording time. 52 REP... 43 Repeat.. 16, 43, 94 Resonance.. 69, 71 reverb... 74 Reverb Parameters.. 75 Rewind.. 13, 27, 34, 93 RHYTHM.. 13, 15 rhythm... 11, 31, 82 Rhythm Parameter... 122 ROLAND Folder.. 101 ROOM... 75
Song New... 28 Song Optimize.. 59 Song Parameter... 122 Song patches... 62 Song Protect.. 60 Song Save... 60 song size.. 52 Source... 39 SP.. 72 SPEAKER SIM.. 66, 72 SplitH... 70, 81 SplitL... 70, 81 Starting measure... 87 STD.. 12, 38 Steps.. 85 Stereo Link... 41 stereo tracks.. 41 Stop... 14 Stop Recorder!.. 128 STP... 86 sub-frame.. 15, 27 Sustain... 68 System Parameter.. 122