Q&A

A collection of popular articles from the R-09 knowledge base
How Do I Select and Play Back a File?... 2 How Do I Select the Recording Mode?... 3 How Do I Turn on the R-09s Phantom Power?.. 4 How Do I Transfer a File to My Computer?... 5 How Do I Find R-09 Articles in the RolandUS.com Knowledge Base?.. 6
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R-09 How Do I Select and Play Back a File?
Press the FINDER/MENU button. Cursor to the desired files name. Press the REC button. Cursor to Select. Press REC. Press the PLAY button to start playback. Use the VOLUME buttons on the right side of the R-09 to adjust your listening level. Press the STOP button to end playback.
How Do I Select and Play Back a File?
R-09 How Do I Select the Recording Mode?
The R-09 can record in nine different record modes. The R-09 offers a range of choices, from high-quality modes that use up your available memory more quickly to more efficient modes that allow for longer recordings. In the WAV-format 24-bit record mode, the R-09 creates the highest-quality audio files. The MP3 modes are best for longer recordings. Use the following steps to change record modes. 7 Press and hold down the FINDER/MENU button. Use the 5 button and 6 button to cursor to Recorder Setup. Press the REC button. Use the 5 button and 6 button to cursor to Sample Rate. Use the 4 button and the 3 button to select the desired Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz. (The higher the Sample Rate value, the better the recording quality.) Use the 6 button to cursor down to Rec Mode. Use the 3 button and the 4 button to change the record mode. The modes range from best quality to longest recording time. You can choose WAV-24 bit, WAV-16 bit, MP3-320 kbps, MP3-224 kbps, MP3-192 kbps, MP3160 kbps, MP3-128 kbps, MP3-96 kbps, or MP3-64 kbps. Press FINDER/MENU twice to get back to the main screen.
How Do I Select the Recording Mode?
R-09 How Do I Turn on the R-09s Phantom Power?
The R-09 can supply 5V of phantom power when youre using a condenser microphone that requires plug-in power. Important! Only use phantom power with mics that require it. Turning on the R-09s phantom power with a mic that doesnt need it can cause damage to the mic. Heres how to turn the R-09s phantom power on: Press and hold down the FINDER/MENU button until Menu is displayed. Cursor down to Input Setup. Press the REC button. Cursor down to Plug-in Power. Press 4 to turn plug-in power on if its not already on. Press the FINDER/MENU button twice to return to the main screen.
How Do I Turn on the R-09s Phantom Power?
R-09 How Do I Transfer a File to My Computer?
3 Turn on the R-09. Connect one end of the provided USB cable to the USB jack on the R-09 and the other to an available USB jack on your computer. On a Windows PCthe R-09 appears as a removable storage device in the My Computer window. Macthe R-09 appears as a drive will on the desktop. On the computer, double-click on the R-09s icon to see your R-09 recordings. Drag the R-09 files you want to transfer from the removable drive to the desired location on your computer.
To disconnect the R-09 from a Windows PC: Click the Safely Remove Hardware button in the system tray next to the clock. Click USB Mass Storage device. Click Stop. Remove the USB cable from the computer and the R-09 once the USB Mass Storage Device disappears from the Safely Remove Hardware Wizard.
To disconnect the R-09 from a Mac: Control-click the R-09 drive on the desktop and select Eject. Remove the USB cable from the computer and R-09.
How Do I Transfer a File to My Computer?
R-09 How Do I Find R-09 Articles in the RolandUS.com Knowledge Base?
3 Point your browser to the R-09 Support area on RolandUS.com. Click Knowledge Base. If youre not already logged into Roland Backstage, the Roland Backstage login appears. If youre: a Roland Backstage memberenter your email address and password, and then click the Login button. not yet a Roland Backstage memberclick Create New Profile to create a free new user account. As a Roland Backstage member, you become part of the online Roland US.com community and gain access to helpful tools and services. 6 Once youre logged in, click the large Knowledge Base button. On the Knowledge Base screen, enter R-09 in the Product field. Click the Find button in the middle of the screen to browse the available R-09 Knowledge Base articles.

How Do I Find R-09 Articles in the Knowledge Base?

Practical Guide to the EDIROL R-09
Amazing 24 bit/48 kHz super sound quality! Ultra-lightweight recorder. Fits in your pocket! Functional! Fun! Record anywhere! Detailed explanation of practical techniques.
Welcome to the world of Live Recording.
Record band performances. Record bird songs. Record children singing.
Record trains. Record realistically. Record the air around you.
Record in uncompressed 24 bit/48 kHz.
Record, record, and record some more.
Everyone wants to record the sounds of their lives.
This book is written for those who are new to the world of Live Recording using the EDIROL R-09. Its a practical how-to book filled with hints and explanations for every recording situation. (For specific operating instructions, please see the owners manual that came with the R-09.)
So, lets begin live recording with the R-09.
Chapter 1 : The outstanding features of the R-09
The outstanding features of the R-09... P.4

Chapter

The outstanding features of the R-09
Chapter 2 : Situation practical use technique
Situation 1 : Recording acoustic instruments.. P.6 Situation 2 : Recording band performances... P.8 Situation 3 : Recording from cassettes or MD.. P.10 Situation 4 : Recording vocals... P.12 Situation 5 : Recording outdoors.. P.14 Situation 6 : Recording meetings... P.16
Situation practical use technique
Chapter 3 : Applied technique
Application 1 : Techniques for recording specific instruments. P.18 Application 2 : Creating CDs on a PC... P.20 Application 3 : Deleting unnecessary data on a PC.. P.21 Application 4 : Layering sounds on a PC to create a sound track. P.22 Application 5 : Techniques for applying file names.. P.23

3 Applied technique

Chapter 4 : Appendix
Options for recording on the R-09... P.24 Examples of connecting accessories to the R-09.. P.26 Specifications.... P.27

4 Appendix

Compact, with high sound quality.
Unbelievable high quality
The R-09s 24 bit/48 kHz quality is suitable for professional recording studios and surpasses the 16 bit/44.1 kHz standard for CDs. You can capture the dynamics and details of recorded sound.
No rewinding. One-button recording.
Unlike tapes, you dont need to search for a place to begin recording. A file is created for each recording, so organizing your files is a snap on your PC.
Ultra-light. Take it anywhere, anytime.
A heavy recorder is just another burden when youre carrying a lot of luggage. The ultra-light, compact R-09 fits in your pocket or a corner of your bag.
The outstanding features of the R-09.
No mechanical noise. Convenient built-in mic.
The R-09 uses an SD card as its recording medium. Recording doesnt involve moving parts, so you dont have to worry about recording the mechanical noises associated with tape- and disc-based recorders. The built-in stereo mic is both practical and powerful.

Record in MP3.

MP3 is the most popular format for internet delivery and portable music players. MP3 provides high quality with small data sizes. The R-09 can record in MP3 format, allowing you to transfer your original music to your PC and distribute it over the internet quickly and easily.

5 minutes

about 100 MB
Creating CDs on the PC 2. CD Quality WAV 16bit/44.1kHz Internet distribution of music

about 50 MB

3. Internet music distribution quality

MP3 128kbps/44.1kHz

about 5 MB
Recording band performances
Setting the mic gain for optimum performance
Optimizing recording levels
Bands are louder than normal everyday sounds. Set the mic gain in the back of the R-09 to LOW.
Set to HIGH for quieter sounds Set to LOW for louder sounds
Before recording the band, find where the loudest sound occurs. Adjust the recording level so that the R-09 level meter reaches its highest level without the PEAK indicator, shown in red below, turning on.
The R-09 allows you to set the basic mic gain in order to utilize its microphones features to their fullest. By setting this first, the gain is optimized, the recording level is easier to adjust, and, of course, the result is a better recording.
Adjust so the PEAK indicator light does not turn on when the loudest sound occurs
Although this process may take some effort, there are great benefits to be gained by doing it. If the level is set too low, the entire recording will be recorded at a low volume; if the sound level is set too high, then the sound will be clipped, with pops and snaps.

Placing the R-09

In rehearsal studios, instruments are placed in various locations throughout the room. To record the sound from each instrument equally, place the R-09 in the middle of the studio at about the height of a table. Placing the R-09 on the floor can garble the sound and the recording will not be clear. If the R-09 is placed too high, the lower frequencies will be dropped and the recording will sound tinny.
Choose the sound quality according to the purpose. If sound quality is important:
If long recording time is important:
For example, we recommend recording in WAV format when you want to archive material or when youll use the recording as the master for making a CD. WAV format maximizes the features of the R-09, so its appropriate for recordings you want to keep. On the other hand, we recommend recording in MP3 format when reviewing practices at rehearsal studios or when making long recordings. You can leave the R-09 recording for an entire session for later review.
p.30-31 in the Owners See recording mode. Manual for setting the

Place in the middle

Bass Amp Guitar Amp
PA Speakers for Vocals and Keyboard
The optional Cover/Stand Set is not just a simple protective cover.
The optional cover/stand set (OP-R09C) is not just a protective coverit connects to the included stand. The cover can also attach to commercially available tripods for cameras or video cameras. So if you need the extra stability, you can use a tripod in place of the stand. In addition, you can use the mic stand adaptor (OP-R09M) to attach the R-09 to a mic stand. With a single mic stand, you can place the R-09 in the optimal position and the optimal height in the studio.

Convenient stand attachment!
The R-09 cover attaches directly to camera tripods
The R-09 cover attaches directly to microphone stands when using the mic stand adaptor (OP-R09M)
Recording from cassettes or MD
Selecting the cables to use
First, check the volume setting on the playback device. If the volume is set too low, then the volume of the recording will be too low no matter how high the R-09 input level is set. Conversely, if the volume is too high, the sound will be distorted no matter how you adjust the level on the R-09.
The R-09s audio input uses a stereo mini-plug. Select a cable thats compatible with the output jack(s) on the playback machine. Most combo or radio-cassette units use an RCA plug; most compact players use a stereo mini-plug. Verify the type of plug used by the playback device in its owners manual.
The R-09 uses a stereo mini-plug. Most compact cassette players and MD players also use this plug type.
If the recording level is too low, the level meter doesnt move much. If the recording is made with these settings, then the sound at playback will be unsatisfactory.
Next, find the loudest point of the song to be recorded. Every song has its loudest and quietest points. Set the level so that PEAK light doesnt quite turn on when the loudest section is played.
RCA connectors are often used for sound input to mini component stereo sets and video decks.
Use WAV format to preserve important recordings that are faithful to the source. If creating CD

WAV 16bit/44.1kHz

For professional quality
Because 16 bit/44.1 kHz is the same setting used on audio CDs, its ideal for burning to CD for playback on a CD player. This format is great for making CDs to pass out to friends, or to keep. If the sound source is high quality, it may be preferable to use the best quality 24 bit/48 kHz setting. However, be aware that the 24 bit/48 kHz setting takes up a lot of memory (in other words, the recording time on the SD card is shorter). Also, when making a CD on a PC, youll need software capable of handling a 24 bit/48 kHz sound recording.

Checking the playback settings is also important!
Portable cassette players and MD players often have built-in features such as equalizers or bass boosters to intensify the sound. These features are important when listening outdoors so you can enjoy the music. However, we recommend turning these features off when recording on the R-09 for your archives. Mini component stereo sets and radio-cassettes also use features such as bass boosting or loudness to intensify the sound from the compact speakers. These features should also be turned off. If these features are left on, then the lower frequencies will be louder than the other frequencies. If recorded in this state, the original sound will not be recorded faithfully. Also, its difficult to edit or process these recording later on so that they resemble the original sound. The best method is to faithfully record the original sound, and then use editing software on a PC to do any additional processing. Doing so allows you to preserve a faithful recording of the original sound. Using a copy of the recording, you can then edit or process the sound as much as you like.
See p.20 in this guide for PC applications

Recording vocals

Setting recording levels
Have the singer sing the loudest section of the song. Since the singer may quickly tire of singing just for setting a recording level, try to determine the level quickly. Remember that body temperature rises after singing for a while, and the voice can get louder. It may be a good idea to set the level a little lower to compensate for this.
When using the R-09 internal mic, use the R-09 as if its a microphone. You can place the R-09 as you would a microphone by using the optional cover/stand set (OP-R09C) and the mic stand adaptor (OP-R09M).
Unlike other types of recording, when recording vocals, you should be aware that the singer s breaths may be captured by the mic. You can prevent this by using a pop guard (see photo on left).
Setting the recording quality

If possible, its best to position the microphone while considering the future listener. For example, if you record a murmuring stream on the right and bird songs on the left, when you play back the recording your listener will be transported to that place.
Increase realism with stereo recording
After setting the mic gain, check the input level. Remember to check the PEAK indicator when the loudest sound is heard!
If the wind is strong, you can change the microphone direction to cut down the wind noise. Wind blowing into the microphone can drown out all other sounds. Monitor while recording to determine how to position the microphone.

Take extras

In normal situations, when you want even just a little better quality, its best to record in WAV format. However, if youre recording outside, you will probably want to record for an extended time. For this situation, MP3 may be best. MP3 recordings are about 1/10 the size of WAV recordings (at 128 kpbs).
Recording time for 256 MB
300 minutes 250 minutes 200 minutes 150 minutes 100 minutes 50 minutes minutes WAV (44.1kHz/16bit) MP3 (44.1kHz/128kbps)
Check your batteries and SD card before leaving. Nature doesnt provide convenience stores where you can buy batteries. Be sure that you have these items, because without them, you cant do any recording. Also, be aware that batteries are used up faster when its colder. Even if you think that your batteries have enough charge, take some spares just in case.
Check these before leaving
When an external microphone is convenient
Whenever you record outside, theres always the chance that you may not be able to get to the place you want to record from. With an external microphone, you can sometimes reach those hard-to-get-to spots. Use the optional stereo microphone (CS-15), sold separately. This microphone can capture sound from a specific location, allowing you to target the sound you want. So you can target the sound you want. And since the R-09 operates independently of the microphone position, you can move more freely in the outdoors.

Using LOW CUT to block wind noise
If a strong wind blows into the microphone, other sounds will be affected by the sound of the wind. Sometimes the wind is louder than the sound youre trying to record, making it impossible to get the recording you want. If this happens, try turning on LOW CUT located on the back of the R-09. Because the wind sounds produce low frequencies, you can reduce the noise by cutting out the lower frequencies during recording.
Turn LOW CUT on to cut out lower frequency sounds

Recording meetings

Setting the recording level for meetings
First, set the mic gain to HIGH. For normal everyday volumes, such as meetings, setting the microphone sensitivity to HIGH is best. You can do level checks by putting the R-09 into recording standby during the pre-meeting chatter. You can also turn AGC (Auto Gain Control) on. AGC turns the recording level up when the speaker speaks quietly and turns the level down when the speaker is loud. This setting maintains a good volume balance when reviewing the recording.
The R-09 microphone is an omni-directional microphone, so placement is not a serious issue when recording a meeting. To record all participants clearly, youll probably want to place the R-09 in the middle of the table. When placing the R-09 on a table, use the optional cover/stand set (OP-R09C) to eliminate noise from the table. Even a short burst of noise can block out the conversation in the meeting.
Set AGC to ON SET MIC GAIN to HIGH
The R-09 with the optional cover/stand set The R-09 looks quite stylish on the tripod
Using an external microphone for lectures
Since the purpose of recording a meeting is to be able to hear what is being said, there is no strict requirement for good sound quality. More importantly, the recording will often be for an extended time, so MP3 is probably the best format.
When recording lectures or other presentations where theres only one speaker, use an external microphone (CS-15), sold separately, for better performance. The microphone captures sound from a specific source, so you can reduce the sounds from the audience.

MP3 is recommended

for extended recordings
If you need to record for a longer time, set the bit rate to 64 kpbs. Although this level of compression will degrade the quality, its sufficient for recording conversations during meetings.
The external microphone can also be setup as shown
Using Auto Gain Control (AGC)
The AGC automatically changes the recording level according to the volume of the sound being recorded. You may think that this convenient feature should be left on all the time. However, there are times when using AGC is not appropriate. This is especially the case when youre trying to capture the true nature of a sound. For example, if you record a piano recital with AGC on, you would lose all the inflection and dynamism of the piano because the sound would be recorded at the same volume throughout. Also, the recording level is constantly being increased and decreased, giving the recording a less natural sound. For meetings and lectures, its best to keep the volume even so that you can capture whats being said. This is when the AGC feature can be best put to use.

Turning AGC on causes the recording level to be automatically adjusted

Application

Techniques for recording specific instruments

Vocals

Ideally, recording occurs in a studio or other enclosed space that excludes outside noises. If youre recording in a room, choose a room where there is little environmental noise (street noise or city noise) and that doesnt echo much.
Avoid recording breaths (when breathing is loud)

Record from the front

The microphone should be placed directly in front of the singer. However, you can place the microphone a little below the mouth to reduce the sound of breathing. By doing this, a more rounded sound, with more lower frequencies, can be recorded, depending on the voice quality or the settings. To prevent this effect, set LOWCUT to ON. Doing so will make the sound more crisp.

Acoustic Guitar

The acoustic guitar provides rich mid and low frequency sounds. However, if these sounds are too loud, the music may sound muffled. In this case, dont change the position of the microphone (which should be around the 15th or 17th fret), but change its angle so that the microphone is at an angle from the neck of the guitar. This should make the sound clearer. When you want to record the sharp sound of strumming the guitar, place the microphone away from the body near the point where neck is attached, in order to record the string vibration while reducing the level of the low and mid frequencies.

Sound hole

Muffled sound

Clear sound

Capture the strumming sound

Electric guitar or bass

Emphasize high frequencies
Loud output 3m Quiet output 1m
When playing the guitar or bass in a studio, the volume and settings are the same as for performances, in general. If you want to give the feeling of recording in a room, place the microphone 10 feet (3 m) or more away. Be aware however, that if you place the microphone too far away, the sound may become less clear because theres too much room ambience. On the other hand, to create the impression of the instrument playing directly in front of the listener, place the microphone about 3 feet (1 m) away or less. If youre recording in a room, its best to directly connect an effect processor with an amp modeling feature, or an amp to the R-09 via cables. Devices with internal amp modeling can provide realistic sounds when connected via cables.

Avoid pointing directly at the sound but aim for the bell

Stringed instruments

Stringed instruments, such as the violin or contrabass, are similar to the acoustic guitar. The secret is to have a balance between the string vibrations and the sound from the body. The R-09 internal stereo condenser microphone should be placed about 6 feet (2 m) away, facing the instrument to capture the room sounds. Bringing the microphone in to about 3 feet (1 m) produces a clear, contoured sound. Taking the microphone out to 12 feet (m) produces a full sound. Adjust the microphone height and sound quality (low to increase the low frequencies and high to have a clearer sound) while monitoring the sound.

Emphasize the bow

Record everything

Emphasize the body

Creating CDs on a PC
Have you ever wanted to have someone listen to a recording of a performance? For this type of situation, making a CD is better than making a cassette or MD. A CD is more likely to be listened to because CD players, CD radio-cassette units, and car stereos are all prevalent and easily accessible. Once you learn how to make a CD, its an easy process.

CD Creation

Transfer the sound files (WAV or MP3) stored on the SD card to the PC via a USB connection. Write to a CD using Windows Media Player or iTunes on the PC.
To create CDs on a PC, you need a CD writeable drive and either Windows Media Player for Windows or iTunes for MacOS. The software usually comes pre-installed on new PCs. (However, some versions may not allow creating CDs. See the owners manual for the software for details.)
Windows Media Player screen

iTunes screen

If you know that youre creating a CD, then we recommend using the WAV 16 bit/44.1 kHz format when recording on the R-09. These are the same specifications as the CD, so you dont need to spend extra time to convert the data!
Use WAV 16 bit/44.1 kHz for CDs
Deleting unnecessary data on a PC
There are cases when you will want to edit your recording, such as, for example deleting the first five seconds because theyre unnecessary. For Windows PCs, you can use the Cakewalk SONAR Home Studio series (sold separately) or for MacOS, you can use GarageBand (included with the MacOS on newer models), or similar software to edit the R-09 recordings. Either software allows you to easily delete unwanted sections in the recording. (See the respective owners manual or help for the software for details.)

Deleting unnecessary data
Cakewalk SONAR Home Studio screen

GarageBand screen

These software packages are designed for editing music, so they can edit sound files. For example, you can easily create a non-stop melody track by connecting several edited files together.
Cakewalk SONAR Home Studio
See http://www.cakewalk.com/ for information on Cakewalk products.
Layering sounds on a PC to create a sound track
When you play back your R-09 recorded performance, wouldnt it be interesting to add sound effects in the background to enhance the recording? For example, you can play relaxing piano music with a background of a murmuring creek or chirping birds. This method is often used to create relaxation CDs. For Windows PCs, you can use the Cakewalk SONAR Home Studio series (sold separately) or for MacOS, you can use GarageBand (included with the MacOS on newer models), or similar software to layer two or more sounds, as shown in the image below. (See the respective owners manual or help for the software for details.)

Piano sounds

River and bird sounds
In the past, people would get frustrated because to do something like this they would have to carry around large, heavy equipment for recording. With the R-09, you can create your own sound library because you can carry it while walking around town, on trips, or even at lunch at your favorite cafe. Also, Cakewalk SONAR Home Studio can import Windows compatible movie files (AVI/MPEG1 formats), so you can use your R-09 recordings as a sound track for videos! Garageband offers similar functionality.
Techniques for applying file names
Cautions when renaming files
When backing up WAV or MP3 files on the PC that were recorded on the R-09, you can make managing files easier by giving them easy-to-understand files names. Name your files something thats easily recognizable, e.g., use the instrument name or place name where the recording was made. However, there are some restrictions for naming files on the PC. If you name your file with one of the names shown below, the file will not display properly when its played back on the R-09. If youre going to play the file on the R-09, do not use the following file names.

File Name Description

File names beginning with a period (.) Files using extensions other than.WAV or.MP3
These files are ignored by the R-09 and are not played. These files are ignored by the R-09 and are not played.

Deciding play order on the R-09 based on file name
Wed like to introduce some file-name tricks when youre using the R-09 as a portable music player. When playing back multiple songs on the R-09, the song-order playback mode can be either shuffle playback (SHUFFLE) or sequential playback (SEQUENTIAL). When sequential playback is selected, the files are played back in the following order: (space) ! # $ % & ( ) + , -. ; = @ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{} In other words, to create the desired song playback order place a number sequence in front of the file, such as 001mysong.WAV, 002mysong.WAV,. 024mysong.wav.
See p.52 of the Owners Manual for details on sequential playback.
Options for recording on the R-09

nCover/Stand Set

OP-R09C
The R-09 cover is a special cover that preserves the surface of the R-09 and protects the unit from impact. The cover is design so the R-09 can be used while its on. There is also a place to attach tripods on the back of the cover. Attach the stand included with the Cover/Stand Set or a commercially available tripod to set the R-09 at the desired height and angle.
Use the included stand as a convenient hand grip to reduce handling noise. The cover can be attached to commercially available tripods
nMicrophone Stand Adaptor

OP-R09M

The Microphone Stand Adaptor allows you to attach the R-09 to a microphone stand. Because the R-09 can be attached to microphone stands in the rehearsal studio, you can freely set it anywhere. The Microphone Stand Adaptor is essential for studio recordings!
The R-09 cover attaches directly to microphone stands when using the mic stand adaptor (OPR09M)
There are many optional items (sold separately) available to help you optimize your recordings on the R-09. All of these items are handy when recording on the R-09!

nStereo Microphone

The R-09 internal microphone is omni-directional and picks up a wide range of sounds. Its useful in many situations. If you use the optional Stereo Microphone CS-15, you can zero-in on specific sounds. For example, when recording outdoors, if you want to record the sound of the river, wind, and bird songs, then the internal microphone is best. If you want to record just one of these sounds, the external Stereo Microphone CS-15 is best. You can make the best recordings by choosing the microphone that fits the situation.
An easy-to-grip microphone holder is included
The microphone can also stand alone

nCarrying Case

CB-R09S

nHeadphones

RH-300
This Carrying Case can hold the R-09 unit and all the options you need to make your recordings. Of course, the case holds the R-09 and cover, microphone, and AC adaptor, but it also has pockets for extra media and batteries. You can keep all the necessities for recording in the case, and be ready to leave at any time!

The RH-300 headphones are sealed for optimal monitoring. Of course these headphones are completely compatible with the R-09. With newly developed 45 mm drivers using a Neodymium magnet onboard, these headphones deliver a rich dynamic range. You can safely play back sounds even at high volumes. These sealed headphones are ideal for monitoring recordings outdoors.
Connect, Expand, Record!! Examples of connecting accessories to the R-09
Stereo Mic (CS-15) Cassette/DAT/MD/ Open reel, etc.
You can record from a radio cassette or a mini-combo by connecting its LINE OUT to the R-09 LINE IN.
Although the R-09 internal stereo mic is excellent, we recommend using the optional stereo mic (CS-15) when trying to record sound from a particular source.

LINE IN

Headphones (RH-300)

PHONES (OPTICAL)

The R-09 headphone jack doubles as the digital jack (optical). Analog input is a given, but connecting to a digital audio device, such as digital speakers, is also a snap.
or Monitor Speakers (MA Series)

AC Adaptor (included)

Use the AC adaptor for long recording times without worrying about battery charge.

SD Card

SD Cards of 64 MB to 2 GB are supported. Larger capacity means longer recording times are possible. (See the next page for details.) You can back up the data on a SD card to a PC by connecting the R-09 to the PC using the included USB cable.
Note: In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

Specifications

Recorder Part Tracks

2 (stereo)

Input/Output Audio Inputs
Signal Processing Data Type
<For Recording> * Stereo only Format Sampling Rate Bit Rates Format Sampling Rate Bit Depth <For Playback> Format Sampling Rate Bit Rates
AD/DA conversion: 24 bits, 44.1/48 kHz
Internal Stereo Microphone Mic input (Stereo miniature phone type, plug-in powered mic) Line input (Stereo miniature phone type) * The Internal/External MIC and the LINE IN cant be used at the same time; only the LINE IN is effective. Phones (Stereo miniature phone type) Digital Out Connector (Optical miniature phone type) * Phones and Digital Out use a common jack. Mic Input: -36dBu (Default input level) Line Input: 0dBu (Default input level) * 0 dBu = 0.775 V rms Mic input: 20 k ohms Line input: 17 k ohms 25 mW (In case 16 ohms load) 16 ohms or greater 20 Hz22 kHz

Audio Outputs

MP3 (MPEG-1 audio layer 3) 44.1/48 kHz 64/96/128/160/192/224/320 kbps WAV 44.1/48 kHz 16/24 bits
Nominal Input Level (Variable)
Input Impedance Output Level
MP3 (MPEG-1 audio layer 3) 32/44.1/48 kHz 64/96/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps or VBR (Variable Bit Rate) WAV 32/44.1/48 kHz 16/24 bits
Recommended Load Impedance Frequency Response USB Interface Effects
Mini-B type * support USB 2.0/1.1 mass storage device class Playback Reverb 4 types (Hall 1, Hall 2, Room, Plate)
Format Sampling Rate Bit Depth

Memory Card

Recording Time
SD Memory Card (supports 64 MB2 GB) unit: minutes Size of Memory Card 64MB 25 128MB 50 512MB 196 1GB 392 2GB 1,993 1,139 797

Others Display

Settings WAV (16 bits/44.1 kHz) WAV (16 bits/48 kHz) WAV (24 bits/44.1 kHz) WAV (24 bits/48 kHz) MP3 128kbps MP3 224kbps MP3 320kbps
128 x 64 dot graphic display AC Adaptor, Alkaline dry battery LR6 (AA) type x 2, or Nickel Hydrogen battery (HR15/51) x mA
Power Supply Current Draw Dimensions Weight
62.6 (W) x 102 (D) x 29.1 (H) mm 2-1/2 (W) x 4-1/16 (D) x 1-3/16 (H) inches 145 g / 6 oz (including batteries and memory card.) Owners Manual AC Adaptor SD Memory Card (64 M bytes) USB cable (Mini-B type) * Expected AA alkaline life under continuous use: Continuous playback: approximately 5.5 hours Continuous recording: approximately 4 hours (These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.) * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.
* Each recording time is approximate. The times may change depending on the card specifications. * In case that there are plural files, the sum of recording time would be shorter than above.

Accessories

System requirements

Windows

Microsoft Windows Me / XP Home Edition / XP Professional / 2000

Macintosh

Mac OS 9: 9.2 or later / Mac OS X: 10.2 or later
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