Roland Cassette Player AR 200S User Guide

Owner’s Manual  
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the AR-200S Roland Audio Recorder. This manual mainly  
describes how to use the AR-200S as a playback device using CompactFlash cards that contain recordings made  
with other AR Series models.  
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When recording to CompactFlash cards with the AR-3000/2000/200/100, we recommend use of optional Roland  
CompactFlash cards (PM-***-CF Series).  
201a  
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and  
“IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 3). These sections provide important information concerning the proper  
operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every  
feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should  
be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.  
Main Features  
Simplified Panel, Specialized for  
Remote Control from Other Devices  
Audio Recording System Uses No  
Moving Parts  
The AR-200S can be used as a dedicated playback  
device, which is controlled by means of instructions  
from other devices, and which employs phrases  
created with the AR-3000/200 and saved on  
CompactFlash cards.  
The AR-200S uses memory cards in an audio  
recording system that has no moving parts. The  
system uses no rotating parts or drive mechanism, so  
it’s practically maintenance free. It also features  
excellent sound quality and superior reliability.  
High-Quality Recording and  
Playback  
A Variety of Control Terminals for a  
Wide Range of Playback Methods  
Roland’s innovative RDAC system enables high-  
quality recording and playback using less data. You  
can select recording settings tailored to the usage  
circumstances and the capacity of the card, with six  
different sampling frequencies and four levels of  
signal processing (RDAC-Mode). This ensures  
compatibility for recording and playback for a variety  
of situations and applications.  
The AR-200S features “Control Input Terminals” as  
control connectors. This permits connection of  
switches, sensors, program timers, and other devices,  
enabling control of the unit from another location. In  
addition, the AR-200S can be controlled with a  
computer via the RS-232C port.  
Compact Half-Rack Size Body  
All recorded phrases are saved on memory cards,  
allowing you to quickly play phrases for any situation,  
simply by changing cards.  
The 1U half-rack size body takes up practically no  
space. The AR-200S can be mounted in any standard  
19-inch EIA rack using the optional rack mount  
adapter.  
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Maximum recording time with use of 128 MB  
CompactFlash cards (with monaural recording)  
HIGH (44.1 kHz)/16-bit Linear: 24 minutes  
(approximately 11 seconds/MB)  
LONG1 (22.05 kHz)/RDAC-MODE 3: 2 hours 11  
minutes (approximately 1 minute/MB)  
ANNOUNCE (8 kHz)/RDAC-MODE 1: 9 hours  
(approximately 4 minutes 10 seconds/MB)  
Allows DC-Powered Operation  
The AR-200S features input terminals for DC power  
supplies, making the unit compatible in a variety of  
usage environments.  
234  
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235  
CompactFlash and  
are trademarks of SanDisk Corporation and licensed by CompactFlash association.  
) trademarks.  
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Roland Corporation is an authorized licensee of the CompactFlashand CF logo (  
202  
Copyright © 2006 ROLAND CORPORATION  
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written  
permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.  
 
IMPORTANT NOTES  
291a  
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the following:  
Power Supply  
Before Using Cards  
301  
Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an  
electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator,  
washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a  
motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used,  
power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce  
audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect  
a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.  
Using Memory Cards  
704  
Carefully insert the memory card all the way in—until it is firmly in place.  
fig.CFslot  
302  
The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive  
use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.  
307  
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.  
CompactFlash™  
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.  
705  
Never touch the terminals of the memory card. Also, avoid getting the  
terminals dirty.  
707  
This unit’s memory card slot accepts CompactFlash memory cards.  
Microdrive storage media are not compatible.  
352aThis device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use  
708  
this device in the vicinity of such receivers.  
CompactFlash cards are constructed using precision components; handle  
the cards carefully, paying particular note to the following.  
352bNoise 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.  
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.  
355bWhen 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.  
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 (storage temperature: -25 to 85˚ C).  
Do not allow cards to become wet.  
Do not disassemble or modify the cards.  
Maintenance  
401aFor everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has  
Copyright  
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.  
851  
Unauthorized recording, distribution, sale, lending, public performance,  
broadcasting, or the like, in whole or in part, of a work (musical compo-  
sition, video, broadcast, public performance, or the like) whose copyright is  
held by a third party is prohibited by law.  
402  
Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the  
possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.  
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.  
Additional Precautions  
Keep the included Euroblock connector in a safe place out of children’s  
reach, so there is no chance of them being stepped on accidentally.  
552  
Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was  
stored on a memory card 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 unit’s 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 itself—  
never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage  
to the cable’s internal elements.  
558bTo avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at  
reasonable levels (especially when it is late at night).  
559aWhen 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 equiv-  
alent packaging materials.  
562 (SMoodmifieedc) onnection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incor-  
porate 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.  
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Attaching the Card Protector ...................................................................................................................................... 6  
Turning On the Power.................................................................................................................................................. 7  
Playback By Card Data............................................................................................................................................... 10  
Repeated Playback of Phrases (Interval Playback) ................................................................................................ 13  
Connectors Used in Terminal Rec ............................................................................................................................ 15  
Controlling Another Device (Control Out) ............................................................................................................. 18  
Other Useful Functions During Phrase Playback .................................................19  
AR-3000 Settings That Can Be Used......................................................................................................................... 21  
MODE SW Settings ..................................................................................................22  
Control I/O Connector Specifications ....................................................................23  
Specifications...........................................................................................................24  
Input/Output Standard ............................................................................................................................................. 25  
Dimensions................................................................................................................................................................... 25  
Index..........................................................................................................................26  
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Panel Descriptions  
fig.Panel.e  
1
2
3
4
5
Bottom Chassis  
7
8
9
11  
13  
14  
6
10  
12  
10. Control I/O Terminals (CONTROL B)  
Front Panel  
1. PLAY/CLIP Indicator  
Lights during playback of phrases.  
Terminals for external control signals used to control the AR-200S and for  
connecting to an external DC power supply (p. 10, p. 11, p. 12, p. 13, p.  
15, p. 23).  
Also lights during recording of phrases when the input level is too high  
(at clipping level).  
11. RS-232C Connector  
17).  
2. REC Indicator  
Lights during recording of phrases.  
12. AC Adaptor Jack  
3. Display  
Accepts connection of the supplied AC adaptor.  
Phrase numbers are indicated here.  
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Be sure to use only the PSB-1U AC adapter.  
4. MEMORY CARD Slot  
Bottom Chassis  
Slot for inserting CompactFlash cards.  
5. Eject Button  
13. REC MODE Switches  
Press to eject the CompactFlash card.  
Used for recording settings (p. 14).  
14. MODE Switches  
Rear Panel  
Used for switching the playback mode and output level (p. 22).  
6. Ground Terminal  
Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may  
experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface feels  
gritty to the touch when you touch this device, microphones connected to  
it, or the metal portions of other objects, such as guitars. This is due to an  
infinitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if  
you are concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (see figure)  
with an external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may  
occur, depending on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure  
of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or  
Display Examples  
AR-200S Status  
Display  
The phrase number of the  
currently selected phrase  
is indicated.  
Stopped  
an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.  
When a phrase without  
any data recorded to it is  
selected, the phrase num-  
ber flashes.  
927  
Unsuitable places for connection  
Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)  
Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)  
Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the  
event of lightning)  
The phrase number of the  
phrase currently playing  
dots light.  
During Phrase  
Playback  
7. Audio I/O Terminals  
During playback of a  
MIDI phrase, the phrase  
number flashes and the  
four dots light.  
Terminals for input and output of analog audio.  
8. INPUT VOLUME Knob  
Adjusts the volume level of signals input to the audio input terminals.  
The phrase number of the  
phrase currently being re-  
corded is indicated, and  
the four dots flash.  
9. Control/Power Input Terminals (CONTROL A)  
During Phrase  
Recording  
Terminals for external control signals used to control the AR-200S and for  
connecting to an external DC power supply (p. 10, p. 11).  
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The terminal block features a protective cover. Be sure not to lose the cover when  
making connections to the terminals or other times when the cover is removed.  
Also be sure to keep the removed cover out of the reach of children.  
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Depending on the playback mode (p. 10), a phrase with a different number than  
the one displayed may be played back.  
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Installation  
Rack-Mounting the AR-200S  
Attaching the Rubber Feet (Included  
Items)  
By attaching a rack mount adaptor (RAD-50: sold separately) to the AR-200S,  
you can install it in an EIA rack. One RAD-50 can accommodate up to two AR-  
200S units.  
Attach these as required, such as when you’re using the AR-200S without  
mounting it on a rack or the like.  
Peel off the double-sided tape from the rubber feet and affix the rubber feet at  
the locations shown in the following figure.  
1. Remove the four rubber feet from bottom of the unit.  
fig.Set-02.e  
fig.Set-01  
Note: Do not use these holes.  
2. Attach the RAD-50 adaptor to the AR-200S using the screws that are  
supplied with the RAD-50.  
fig.Set-03  
Rack Mounting (Important Notes on  
Heat Radiation)  
RAD-50  
When you are mounting the unit on a rack or the like, give attention to the  
following points to ensure efficient cooling.  
Install in a well-ventilated location.  
Avoid mounting in a sealed rack. Warm air within the rack cannot escape  
and is sucked into the unit again, making efficient cooling impossible.  
When you are using a stacked mounting arrangement, be especially sure  
to provide for adequate ventilation within the rack to keep discharged air  
cannot be kept open, then provide a ventilation port or ventilation fan at  
the upper area of the back surface of the rack, where warm air  
accumulates.  
Attaching the Card Protector  
By attaching the Card Protector (supplied) to the AR-200S, you can prevent the  
memory card from inadvertently being removed from the AR-200S.  
When you are using the unit in a portable case or rack, remove the covers  
from the front and back surfaces of the case, so that the front and back  
surfaces of the unit are not obstructed.  
1. After confirming that the card is securely inserted in the card slot,  
use the provided screws to attach the Card Protector, as shown in  
the figure below.  
fig.CardProtect.e  
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When placing the unit on the rack, be careful not to pinch your fingers.  
For more information about installation, also see “Placement” in the  
Important Notes (p. 3).  
Card Protector  
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Important Notes on Making Connections  
and Switching the Power On and Off  
921  
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices,  
always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices  
Connecting Cables to the Audio Input  
before making any connections.  
924  
and Output Terminals  
To prevent the inadvertent  
disruption of power to your unit  
(should the plug be pulled out  
accidentally), and to avoid  
applying undue stress to the AC  
adaptor jack, anchor the power  
cord using the cord hook, as  
shown in the illustration.  
Cord Hook  
Use a commercially  
available flat-head  
screwdriver to secure  
the cable ends  
Connect to  
audio input and output terminals  
on the AR-200S’s rear panel  
The cord of  
the supplied  
AC Adaptor  
926  
When connection cables with  
resistors are used, the volume  
level of equipment connected to  
To the Power Outlet  
Insert the cables  
the inputs (control/power input and control I/O terminals) may be low.  
If this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.  
Euroblock  
Connector  
941  
Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your  
various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the  
wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers  
and other devices. (When turning the power off, reverse this procedure.)  
Turning On the Power  
Connected device AR-200 Power amp, etc.  
942  
The AR-200S is not equipped with a power switch. Power is turned on when  
control I/O terminals’ DC IN.  
This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few  
seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.  
To avoid risk of electric shock, do not touch the connectors while the unit  
is in operation.  
Supplied AC adaptor: ACI or PSB series  
Never remove a card during recording of phrases. Furthermore, do not  
turn off the power or remove the AC adaptor cord during recording of  
phrases. Doing so may damage the card.  
Control/Power Input and Control I/O terminals’ DC  
IN specifications  
To avoid the risk of malfunction and/or damage, insert only  
CompactFlash card into the MEMORY CARD slot. Never insert any  
other type of card. Avoid getting paper clips, coins, or any other foreign  
objects inside the drive.  
Voltage: 9 to 24 V DC  
Current: 1200 mA  
*
Refer also to DC Power Supply (p. 23).  
930 (modified)  
Do not remove the CompactFlash card while the card is being accessed.  
Doing so may corrupt the unit’s data or the data on the CompactFlash card.  
931  
Do not supply electrical power simultaneously to multiple terminals;  
doing so may result in damage to the unit.  
Carefully insert the CompactFlash card all the way in—until it is firmly  
in place.  
Cards Handled by the AR-200S  
With the AR-200S, recorded audio and non-audio information (phrase data) is  
stored on cards.  
Optional Roland CompactFlash cards (PM-***-CF Series) are  
recommended for use with the AR-200S.  
Up to a maximum of 1000 phrases can be saved to cards formatted with the  
AR-200S.  
When Removing  
To remove the card, press the eject button.  
Press the eject button firmly, all the way in.  
*
Never remove a card during recording, playback, or formatting. Furthermore, do  
not turn off the power or remove the AC adaptor cord during recording,  
playback, or formatting. Doing so may damage the card.  
*
To format a card on the AR-200S, transmit the format command via the RS-  
232C port.  
Card Compatibility with Other Models  
in the AR Series  
Important Notes on Handling Cards  
The AR-200S’s file format is the same as the format for the AR-3000/200.  
When Inserting  
Insert the card all the way into the card slot.  
Using Cards Formatted on Earlier Model Units  
with the AR-200S  
*
Insert the card straight into the slot, with the card label facing upwards.  
Files on PC cards used on AR-3000/200/2000/100 models can be used by  
copying the data to CompactFlash with the ARE-3000.  
(Cards copied using AR models cannot be used.)  
Using Cards Formatted on the AR-200S with  
Earlier Models  
Cards can be used as is with the AR-3000/200 by copying the data to PC  
card (PM series) with the ARE-3000.  
Side with arrow  
should face upwards  
Cards cannot be used with the AR-2000/100.  
(Cards copied using other AR models cannot be used.)  
CompactFlash™  
Please download the ARE-3000 (free of charge) from the following URL.  
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Examples of Usage and Connection for  
the AR-200S  
You can use the AR-200S alone or in combination with other AR-200S units or other equipment to play audio in a wide variety of scenes. This section shows some  
examples of these. You can use these examples as a starting point for making changes to match your own usage circumstances.  
Together with Other Equipment (System Examples)  
Using the Control Input and Output Connectors  
Control Input  
Messages, explanations, warnings, announcements, effect sounds, and the like are played with high sound quality according to control signals from sensors,  
buttons, and switches (p. 10).  
fig.Use-01.e  
Sensor  
Program Timer  
Momentary Switch  
p
m
.
Sensor-triggered automatic  
broadcasts  
Control timer for automatic  
broadcasts  
Playback of message broadcasts and  
announcements at regular, set times in  
offices, factories, or other such areas  
Broadcasts at set times of upcoming  
events at amusements areas  
Pressing the switch plays back  
a set announcement, guidance  
message, explanation, or the like  
Guidance announcements made upon  
detection of a person’s presence  
Playback of event performances at  
attractions and other sites  
Set announcements played back as required  
Broadcast of museum exhibition explanations  
or guidance  
Types of External Control  
Power Amp  
AR-200S  
Control Signal  
Audio Signal  
Control Output  
Control signals can be output during or after phrase playback to control an external device (p. 18).  
fig.Use-02.e  
Busy Out  
Control Signal  
Audio Signal  
AR-200S  
Power Amp  
Power Unit  
Only during phrase playback, power amp or other  
gear is powered up (offset time set to five seconds)  
Power  
Lamp lights during phrase playback  
Reray  
Switch  
Control Out  
After playback ends, controls external device  
* A card formatted on the AR-2000 or AR-3000 is required.  
Power Amp  
AR-200S  
Extinguishing lights  
When elevator doors are closed and  
other similar situations  
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Using the RS-232C Connector  
By connecting an RS-232C cable, you can control the AR-200S from an external control device, such as a computer or touch panel (p. 17).  
fig.Use-03.e  
AR Control with a computer  
Control signal  
Audio signal  
AR-200S  
Power Amp.  
Explanatory messages and guidance for public facilities and museum exhibits  
CONTROL PANEL  
Control Interface  
AR-200S  
Power Amp.  
What You Can Do (Usage Tips)  
Repeat Playback of the Same Phrase  
There are several methods for doing this. Choose a playback method that matches your usage conditions.  
Changing Playback Mode Settings to Interval Mode  
You can have phrases be played back repeatedly at set intervals (p. 13).  
Inputting a Continuous Make-contact Signal to the Control Input Connectors  
You can repeat playback by continuously shorting the control input connectors.  
Playing a Variety of Phrases in Succession  
Using Direct Playback of Control Input  
By inputting control signals to a connector number from 1 through 9, you can play back the phrase assigned to the number (p. 11).  
Using Binary Playback of Control Input  
You can select phrases by inputting binary signals to connector numbers 1 through 8, and play the selected phrases in succession each time you input control  
signals to the START connector (p. 12).  
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Playback Instructions (Control Input Playback)  
You can use the control input and DC input screw terminals (CONTROL A)  
and the 25-pin D-sub-type control I/O connector (CONTROL B) on the AR-  
200S’s rear panel to control the AR-200S from an external device.  
This chapter explains how to connect external devices and make the settings  
for the AR-200S.  
Direct Playback (Normal Playback)  
A phrase is played back when a control signal is input directly to the terminal  
with the number to which the phrase is assigned. Up to 9 phrases can be  
played back.Assign Phrases 1 through 9 beforehand to Port Nos. 1 through 9,  
respectively.  
*
The control I/O connector cannot be used to switch the power to the AR unit on or off.  
This makes it very convenient when you want to specify a desired phrase  
directly using a switch, relay, sensor, or other such means.  
fig.CtrIn-Dir01.e  
A Control  
Signal  
On the AR-200S, a single unit amount of recorded data (audio signals) is called  
a phrase. Phrases are managed using phrase numbers.  
Port No.  
Phrase  
• • •  
• • •  
9
009  
1
2
3
4
5
001 002 003 004 005  
Types of Control Input Playback  
Connectors Used for Direct Play (Control I/O  
Connector)  
There are four types of control input playback: Playback by Card Data (p. 10),  
Direct Playback (Last-In) (p. 11), Binary Playback (p. 12), and Interval Playback  
(p. 13). You cannot use more than one type of playback at the same time.  
1–9  
Inputting a control signal directly to the terminal with the num-  
ber corresponding to the phrase starts playback of the phrase.  
10 (STOP)  
This stops phrase playback.  
Operational Specifications for Control Input  
Playback  
11/12 (COM) Shorting with the above terminals results in “ON.”  
fig.CtrIn-DirPin.e  
Select a Phrase  
STOP  
COM  
Playback  
Mode  
When new control signals When control sig-  
are input during playback nals are input con-  
10 9  
1
1
2
of a phrase  
tinuously  
Direct Playback  
(Normal)  
A phrase in progress is stopped, Repeated  
and playback of another speci-  
fied phrase is begun only when  
of a higher priority than that of  
the phrase currently being  
12 11  
COM  
*
Control Input and DC Input Terminal (CONTROL A) “1, 2” are connected in  
parallel with Control I/O Connector (CONTROL B) “1, 2.”  
played back  
Basic Operation of Direct Playback (Normal Playback)  
Direct Playback  
(Last-In)  
Playback stopped, followed by Repeated  
playback of the specified phrase  
fig.CtrIn-Dir02.e  
Port No. 1  
Port No. 2  
STOP Port  
Interval Playback Playback stopped, followed by Repeated  
playback of the specified phrase  
Binary Playback  
Disabled  
Repeated  
*
The AR-200S features one type of control input recording, “Terminal Rec”(p.  
14).  
002  
001  
Audio Output  
What Is No-voltage/Make-contact?  
001 Interrupted  
This is contact that makes starting possible simply by connecting two lines to  
the control input connectors and shorting their ends. This is a general-use  
method that lets you create start systems easily using only a switch and  
without any need for a power source, enabling easy use for a variety of  
applications.  
Playback: Input a control signal to a Port, 1–9.  
The phrase assigned to the Port is played back.  
Stopping: Input a control signal to Port 10 (STOP).  
Playback of the phrase is stopped.  
You can control playback and recording with the AR-200S using On/Off  
signals from No-voltage/Make-contact input from an external source.  
By connecting infrared sensors or switches, relays, and timers, or other  
external starting connectors to the AR-200S, you can use the unit in an even  
wider variety of applications.  
Terminal Priorities  
fig.CtrIn-DirPrior.e  
HIGH  
LOW  
1
>
2
>
3
........ >  
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The AR-200S can help simplify installation operations by making the starting-  
side contact hot and sharing the ground as the common connector.  
When a new high-priority control signal is input during phrase  
playback  
Playback of the current phrase is stopped, and playback of the specified  
phrase begins.  
For more on the control input specifications, refer to Control I/O  
Connector Specifications (p. 23) in the Appendices.  
fig.CtrIn-Dir03A.e  
Port No. 1  
Port No. 2  
Playback By Card Data  
002  
001  
Audio Output  
Cards Created on the AR-3000 or AR-2000  
Playback will use the settings (playback method) recorded in the card. For  
more information, please refer to the owner’s manuals for each device.  
002 Interrupted  
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If a control signal has a lower priority than that of the phrase currently being  
played back, the specified phrase is not played back.  
*
Some functions are not available. (p. 21)  
While the control signal is continuously input  
Playback is repeated while the signal is input.  
Card made on the AR-200/100  
fig.CtrIn-Dir04.e  
Playback mode is available Direct Playback (Normal).  
Phrases 1 through 9 are assigned to the control I/O connector Port Nos. 1  
through 9.  
Port No. 1  
001  
001  
001  
Audio Output  
10  
 
                   
Playback Instructions (Control Input Playback)  
AR-200S Settings  
Operational Specifications for Direct  
Playback (Last-In)  
Selecting the Control Input Mode  
fig.CtrIn-Dir02.e  
With the power to the AR-200S switched off, set the MODE switches on the  
bottom panel as shown below.  
Port No. 1  
SW 1: OFF, SW 2: OFF  
Port No. 2  
STOP Port  
Assigning Phrases to the Terminals  
Assign phrases 1 through 9 to Port Nos. 1 through 9.  
002  
001  
Audio Output  
Settings in Effect When a Card Is Formatted  
001 Interrupted  
Port No.  
Phrase  
1
2
3
4
5
•••  
•••  
9
Playback: Input a control signal to a Port, 1–9.  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
009  
The phrase assigned to the Port is played back.  
Stopping: Input a control signal to Port 10 (STOP).  
Playback of the phrase is stopped.  
Playing Back Phrases Assigned to the  
Connectors (Direct Playback)  
Priority Order  
The most recently input control signal is given priority in playback.  
By inputting control signals directly to Port Nos. 1 through 9, you can play  
back the phrases assigned to those numbers. Up to 9 phrases can be played  
back. Assign phrases 1 through 9 beforehand to Port Nos. 1 through 9.  
This is very convenient when you want to specify a desired phrase directly  
If a new and different control signal is input during playback of a  
phrase  
Playback of the current phrase is stopped, and playback of the specified  
phrase then begins.  
using a switch, relay, sensor, or other such means.  
fig.CtrIn-Dir03B.e  
fig.CtrIn-Dir01.e  
Port No. 1  
A Control  
Signal  
Port No. 2  
Port No.  
Phrase  
• • •  
• • •  
9
009  
1
2
3
4
5
001 002 003 004 005  
001  
002  
Audio Output  
001 Interrupted  
Connectors Used for Direct Play (Last-In)  
(Control I/O Connector)  
While the control signal is continuously input  
Playback is repeated while the signal is input.  
fig.CtrIn-Dir04.e  
1–9  
Inputting a control signal directly to the terminal with the  
number corresponding to the phrase starts playback of the  
phrase.  
Port No. 1  
10 (STOP)  
This stops phrase playback.  
001  
001  
001  
Audio Output  
11/12 (COM)  
Shorting with the above terminals results in “ON.”  
fig.CtrIn-DirPin.e  
STOP  
AR-200S Settings  
Select a Phrase  
COM  
10 9  
1
1
2
Selecting the Control Input Mode  
With the power to the AR-200S switched off, set the MODE switches on the  
bottom panel as shown below.  
12 11  
COM  
SW 1: ON, SW 2: OFF  
*
Control Input and DC Input Terminal (CONTROL A) “1, 2” are connected in  
parallel with Control I/O Connector (CONTROL B) “1, 2.”  
Assigning Phrases to the Terminals  
Assign phrases 1 through 9 to Port Nos. 1 through 9.  
Settings in Effect When a Card Is Formatted  
Port No.  
Phrase  
1
2
3
4
5
•••  
•••  
9
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
009  
11  
 
       
Playback Instructions (Control Input Playback)  
Operational Specifications of Binary  
Playback  
Specifying Phrases in Binary Notation  
(Binary Playback)  
fig.CtrIn-Bin02.e  
By inputting binary (Base 2) signals to Port Nos. 1 through 8 to select a phrase  
and inputting a start message to the START terminal, you can then play back  
the selected phrase. A maximum of 250 phrases can be selected and played  
back with this method.  
001  
Binary Specification  
Port No. 1–8  
This allows you to specify 250 phrases with control signals (from a switch or  
other ON/OFF signal device), without having to use computers or other  
START Port  
complicated equipment.  
fig.CtrIn-Bin01.e  
001  
Audio Output  
Binary Specification  
Playback: Specify the phrases using combinations of 0 (Off) and 1 (On)  
signals to Port Nos. 1 through 8, and Port Nos. 11 and 12, and  
input a control signal to the Port No. 9 (START).  
This plays back the specified phrase.  
Port No. 1–8  
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1  
01110000  
Stopping: Input a control signal to Port No. 10 (STOP).  
This stops playback of the phrase.  
PLAY  
START SIGNAL  
Phrase 112  
The basic operation of Binary Playback is shown below.  
fig.CtrIn-Bin03.e  
*
To conduct Binary Playback, you will need to obtain a control device capable of  
generating binary signals.  
001  
002  
003  
Binary Specification  
Port No. 1–8  
Connectors Used in Binary Playback  
Disabled  
START Port  
Audio Output  
1–8  
Phrases are specified in binary format using combinations  
of 0 (Off) and 1 (On).  
001  
001  
002  
003  
9 (START)  
10 (STOP)  
11/12 (COM)  
Starts phrase playback.  
Binary specified phrases are played back repeatedly.  
Stops phrase playback.  
Shorting with the above terminals results in “ON.”  
Playback is repeated while the start signal is continuously input.  
You can begin playback of phrases by specifying phrases in binary with  
the start signal continuously being input.  
fig.CtrIn-BinPin.e  
START  
When the START connector control signal switches to Off, the current  
phrase finishes, and then playback is stopped.  
STOP  
Select a Phrase  
10 9 8  
1
No action results when a new start signal is input while a phrase is being  
played back.  
AR-200S Settings  
12 11  
COM  
bottom panel as shown below.  
Even without connecting to all eight connectors used for making the  
binary specifications, you can still conduct Binary Playback. The number  
of phrases that can be specified is determined by the formula “two to the  
nth power minus one” (with “n” being the number of connectors used).  
Example:  
SW 1: OFF, SW 2: ON  
To Specify Phrases with Binary Signals  
Example: Specifying Phrase 112 (Phrase #: 112)  
Convert the phrase number to a binary signal number.  
“0” (Off), “1” (On)  
Using three timers or other such devices capable of outputting the  
necessary signals gives two to the third power minus one (i.e., 8 - 1 = 7),  
meaning you can specify the seven phrases 001 through 007.  
However, start signals feature other special requirements.  
According to the Phrase Number / Binary Signal chart (p. 13), the  
phrase number “112” is converted to the binary number “01110000.”  
fig.CtrIn-Bin04.e  
Port No.  
Input Signal  
8
0
7
1
6
1
5
1
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
Phrase Number (Binary)  
Input of binary specifications should be completed in no more  
than 50 milliseconds.  
12  
 
       
Playback Instructions (Control Input Playback)  
Operational Specifications of Interval Playback  
Repeated Playback of Phrases  
(Interval Playback)  
fig.CtrIn-Int01.e  
Port No. 2  
The specified phrase will be played back at fixed intervals. Make each of the  
terminal settings beforehand for the playback interval and phrases to be  
played back.  
STOP Port  
002  
002  
Audio Output  
When making settings in Interval Playback mode, assign Phrases 1  
through 9 to the control output connectors 1 through 9.  
The playback interval settings are shown below.  
002 Interrupted  
Interval time used for phrases  
Playback: Input control signals to the control Input/output connectors No. 1  
through 9.  
Results in the repeated play of the phrase assigned to the  
terminal.  
Stopping: Input a control signal to Port No. 10 (STOP).  
This stops playback of the phrase.  
Port No.  
Playback Interval  
1 second  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
5 seconds  
10 seconds  
15 seconds  
30 seconds  
1 minute  
AR-200S Settings  
5 minutes  
15 minutes  
30 minutes  
With the power to the AR-200S switched off, set the MODE switches on the  
bottom panel as shown below.  
SW 1: ON, SW 2: ON  
Phrase Number / Binary Signal chart  
fig.Bin-Chart.e  
Binary  
Binary  
Binary  
Binary  
Binary  
Phrase  
No.  
Phrase  
No.  
Phrase  
No.  
Phrase  
No.  
Phrase  
No.  
(Port 87654321)  
(Port 87654321)  
(Port 87654321)  
(Port 87654321)  
(Port 87654321)  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
008  
009  
010  
011  
012  
013  
014  
015  
016  
017  
018  
019  
020  
021  
022  
023  
024  
025  
026  
027  
028  
029  
030  
031  
032  
033  
034  
035  
036  
037  
038  
039  
040  
041  
042  
043  
044  
045  
046  
047  
048  
049  
050  
00000001  
00000010  
00000011  
00000100  
00000101  
00000110  
00000111  
00001000  
00001001  
00001010  
00001011  
00001100  
00001101  
00001110  
00001111  
00010000  
00010001  
00010010  
00010011  
00010100  
00010101  
00010110  
00010111  
00011000  
00011001  
00011010  
00011011  
00011100  
00011101  
00011110  
00011111  
00100000  
00100001  
00100010  
00100011  
00100100  
00100101  
00100110  
00100111  
00101000  
00101001  
00101010  
00101011  
00101100  
00101101  
00101110  
00101111  
00110000  
00110001  
00110010  
051  
052  
053  
054  
055  
056  
057  
058  
059  
060  
061  
062  
063  
064  
065  
066  
067  
068  
069  
070  
071  
072  
073  
074  
075  
076  
077  
078  
079  
080  
081  
082  
083  
084  
085  
086  
087  
088  
089  
090  
091  
092  
093  
094  
095  
096  
097  
098  
099  
100  
00110011  
00110100  
00110101  
00110110  
00110111  
00111000  
00111001  
00111010  
00111011  
00111100  
00111101  
00111110  
00111111  
01000000  
01000001  
01000010  
01000011  
01000100  
01000101  
01000110  
01000111  
01001000  
01001001  
01001010  
01001011  
01001100  
01001101  
01001110  
01001111  
01010000  
01010001  
01010010  
01010011  
01010100  
01010101  
01010110  
01010111  
01011000  
01011001  
01011010  
01011011  
01011100  
01011101  
01011110  
01011111  
01100000  
01100001  
01100010  
01100011  
01100100  
101  
102  
103  
104  
105  
106  
107  
108  
109  
110  
111  
112  
113  
114  
115  
116  
117  
118  
119  
120  
121  
122  
123  
124  
125  
126  
127  
128  
129  
130  
131  
132  
133  
134  
135  
136  
137  
138  
139  
140  
141  
142  
143  
144  
145  
146  
147  
148  
149  
150  
01100101  
01100110  
01100111  
01101000  
01101001  
01101010  
01101011  
01101100  
01101101  
01101110  
01101111  
01110000  
01110001  
01110010  
01110011  
01110100  
01110101  
01110110  
01110111  
01111000  
01111001  
01111010  
01111011  
01111100  
01111101  
01111110  
01111111  
10000000  
10000001  
10000010  
10000011  
10000100  
10000101  
10000110  
10000111  
10001000  
10001001  
10001010  
10001011  
10001100  
10001101  
10001110  
10001111  
10010000  
10010001  
10010010  
10010011  
10010100  
10010101  
10010110  
151  
152  
153  
154  
155  
156  
157  
158  
159  
160  
161  
162  
163  
164  
165  
166  
167  
168  
169  
170  
171  
172  
173  
174  
175  
176  
177  
178  
179  
180  
181  
182  
183  
184  
185  
186  
187  
188  
189  
190  
191  
192  
193  
194  
195  
196  
197  
198  
199  
200  
10010111  
10011000  
10011001  
10011010  
10011011  
10011100  
10011101  
10011110  
10011111  
10100000  
10100001  
10100010  
10100011  
10100100  
10100101  
10100110  
10100111  
10101000  
10101001  
10101010  
10101011  
10101100  
10101101  
10101110  
10101111  
10110000  
10110001  
10110010  
10110011  
10110100  
10110101  
10110110  
10110111  
10111000  
10111001  
10111010  
10111011  
10111100  
10111101  
10111110  
10111111  
11000000  
11000001  
11000010  
11000011  
11000100  
11000101  
11000110  
11000111  
11001000  
201  
202  
203  
204  
205  
206  
207  
208  
209  
210  
211  
212  
213  
214  
215  
216  
217  
218  
219  
220  
221  
222  
223  
224  
225  
226  
227  
228  
229  
230  
231  
232  
233  
234  
235  
236  
237  
238  
239  
240  
241  
242  
243  
244  
245  
246  
247  
248  
249  
250  
11001001  
11001010  
11001011  
11001100  
11001101  
11001110  
11001111  
11010000  
11010001  
11010010  
11010011  
11010100  
11010101  
11010110  
11010111  
11011000  
11011001  
11011010  
11011011  
11011100  
11011101  
11011110  
11011111  
11100000  
11100001  
11100010  
11100011  
11100100  
11100101  
11100110  
11100111  
11101000  
11101001  
11101010  
11101011  
11101100  
11101101  
11101110  
11101111  
11110000  
11110001  
11110010  
11110011  
11110100  
11110101  
11110110  
11110111  
11111000  
11111001  
11111010  
13  
 
         
Recording Instructions (Terminal Rec)  
RDAC-Mode (Signal Processing Format)  
Required Settings for Recording  
In order perform recording matched to usage conditions, including the  
connected equipment, recording source, sound quality, time, and playback  
system, you make recording settings.  
The RDAC mode is a type of digital data processing system for recording.  
On the AR-200S, you can select from among four modes.  
RDAC-Mode  
Sound  
quality  
Amount of card  
memory consumed  
Recording settings are made in phrase units. You can mix phrases having  
different recording settings on a single card.  
LINEAR  
MODE3  
16 bit PCM Recording  
About 2.5 times the  
recording time of  
LINEAR.  
The possible recording time of a card varies according to the recording  
settings. For a rough guide to maximum recording times with various  
settings, see Card Audio Recording Time Chart (p. 21).  
High  
Large  
Small  
MODE2  
MODE1  
More than 2.5 times  
the recording time of  
LINEAR.  
MODE SW Setting  
With the power to the AR-200S switched off, set the MODE switches on the  
About 4 times the re-  
cording time of LIN-  
EAR.  
bottom panel as shown below.  
SW 6: ON  
Selecting RDAC-Mode  
With the power to the AR-200S turned off, set the REC MODE switches on the  
bottom panel as shown below.  
REC MODE SW Settings  
The REC MODE switches are located on the AR-200S’s bottom panel. You can  
change the recording settings by changing the settings of the REC MODE  
switches.  
Each switch is ON when in the upward position, and OFF when in the  
downward position.  
When the AR-200S is shipped from the factory, all switches will be OFF.  
RDAC-Mode  
LINEAR  
SW 4  
ON  
SW 5  
ON  
MODE3  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
MODE2  
OFF  
OFF  
MODE1  
OFF  
*
Use a pointed object to change the ON/OFF settings of the REC MODE  
switches.  
*
Set the REC MODE switches with the power to the AR-200S turned off.  
fig.RecModeSW  
If the type of card does not provide the recording time you  
want, change the RDAC mode or RDAC grade setting to use  
less card capacity, then perform recording again.  
Card Audio Recording Time Chart (p. 21)  
RDAC-Grade (Sampling Frequency)  
The RDAC grade is the type of sampling frequency for digital recording.  
On the AR-200S, you can select from among six grades.  
What’s RDAC?  
RDAC (Roland Digital Audio Coding) is a proprietary audio recording  
standard from Roland.  
It achieves high sound quality and also makes it possible to record for  
long times.  
RDAC-Grade  
Sampling  
frequency  
48kHz  
Sound  
quality  
Amount of card  
memory consumed  
S-HIGH  
High  
Large  
HIGH  
44.1kHz  
32kHz  
STANDARD  
LONG1  
22.05kHz  
16kHz  
LONG2  
If You’re Not Sure About Which Grade and  
Mode to Choose  
The optimal grade and mode vary according to the usage conditions,  
including the connected equipment, recording source, sound quality,  
time, and playback system.  
Small  
ANNOUNCE  
8kHz  
STANDARD is best for ordinary recording. ANNOUNCE uses up the least  
card space, and is best for recording announcements, narration, and the like.  
When you are recording audio such as a narration with ANNOUNCE or  
LONG2, you can record with higher clarity by using the equalizer to cut the  
bass range. Select an RDAC grade that matches the circumstances of use.  
The factory default settings are RDAC-Grade: LONG1; and RDAC-Mode:  
MODE1.  
First, try recording and playback with these settings. In most cases, this  
yields satisfactory sound quality.  
Selecting RDAC-Grade  
With the power to the AR-200S turned off, set the REC MODE switches on the  
bottom panel as shown below.  
RDAC-Grade  
S-HIGH  
SW 1  
ON  
SW 2  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
SW 3  
ON  
HIGH  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
STANDARD  
LONG1  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
LONG2  
ANNOUNCE  
OFF  
14  
 
                   
Recording Instructions (Terminal Rec)  
Recording Type (Stereo/Mono)  
Operational Specifications for  
Terminal Rec  
Select either stereo recording or mono recording.  
Choosing mono recording gives you recording times that are twice as long as  
with stereo recording.  
Phrases are specified by combinations of signals of 0 (Off) and 1 (On) to the  
Port Nos. 1 through 8 as well as Port Nos. 11 and 12, and record, playback, and  
delete functions are specified with combinations of control signals of 0 (Off)  
and 1 (On) to Port Nos. 9 and 10.  
Selecting Recording Type  
With the power to the AR-200S turned off, set the REC MODE switches on the  
bottom panel as shown below.  
Presence or Absence of Phrases  
If there is a binary-specified phrase that has already been recorded, a signal is  
output from the CONT OUT connector (Port No. 15). If there is an empty  
phrase, no signal is output.  
Recording Type  
Stereo  
SW 6  
ON  
Mono  
OFF  
*
During Terminal Rec, the CONT OUT connector functions as a connector for  
signals confirming the presence or absence of phrases. Note that this differs from  
the normal function of CONT OUT.  
What is mono recording  
fig.CtrIn-Rec02.e  
In the case of mono recording, input the audio signal to the “MONO/L” input  
terminal. When audio signals are input simultaneously to the “MONO/L” and  
“R” input terminals, L and R are mixed and recorded.  
Timing Chart (The presence or absence of phrases)  
Binary Specification  
Port No.1–8  
Tbcd  
Line Thru Output (p. 19)  
REC MODE SW 6: OFF (Mono)  
Control Out  
(the presence or absence  
of phrases)  
When audio signals are input to “MONO/L,” output is from OUTPUT L  
and R. When audio signals are input to “R,” output is from OUTPUT R  
only. When audio signals are input to both “MONO/L” and “R,” solely  
the signals input to “MONO/L” are output from OUTPUT L, while the  
“MONO/L” and “R” signals are mixed and output from OUTPUT R.  
REC MODE SW 6: ON (Stereo)  
min max  
Tbcd  
:
Binary Phrase Output Delay Times  
250  
(msec)  
Recording  
9: 0 (Off)  
Audio signals input to “MONO/L” are output from OUTPUT L, and  
audio signals input to “R” are output from OUTPUT R.  
10: 1 (On)  
While control signals are being input, the specified phrase is recorded. When  
input of the control signal stops, recording then ends.  
fig.CtrIn-Rec03.e  
Connectors Used in Terminal Rec  
Timing Chart (Rec)  
You can specify phrases by inputting binary (base 2) signals to the Port Nos. 1  
through 8, and perform record, playback, and delete functions by inputting  
control signals to Port Nos. 9 and 10. A total of 250 phrases can be specified  
with control signals (On/Off). This is convenient when you want to control  
Tbrs  
Tbrh  
Binary Specification  
Port No.1–8  
recording from an external control device.  
Trw  
fig.CtrIn-Rec01.e  
Binary Specification  
Port 1–8  
Port No.10  
Tbrd  
Tbred  
Tvred  
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1  
Busy Out  
01101111  
Tvrd  
Audio Output  
Signal sent to  
Port Nos. 9 and 10  
Record  
Play  
Phrase 112  
min max  
Trw  
Tbrs  
: Rec Pulse Width  
: Binary Setup Time  
300  
200  
100  
300  
300  
100  
100  
Delete  
Tbrh : Binary Hold Time  
Tbrd : Busy Delay Time  
Tvrd  
Tbred : End Busy Delay Time  
Tvred : End Audio Delay Time  
*
To conduct binary control, you need to provide a control device that can generate  
binary signals.  
: Audio Delay Time  
1–8  
Phrases are specified in binary format using combi-  
nations of 0 (Off) and 1 (On).  
(msec)  
9, 10  
Combinations of 0 (Off) and 1 (On) are used to spec-  
ify record, delete, and playback.  
*
Recording does not start if there is a binary-specified phrase that has already  
been recorded (the recording instruction is disabled). When recording, either  
specify an empty phrase or delete the existing phrase before recording the new  
one. Additionally, in Terminal Rec, since a make signal is output from the  
CONT OUT connector when a specified phrase has already been recorded, this  
allows confirmation using a connected external control device.  
15/18 (CONT OUT)  
Outputs signals for confirming the presence or ab-  
sence of phrases.  
11/12 (COM)  
fig.CtrIn-RecPin.e  
Shorting with the above terminals results in “ON.”  
Rec/Play/Delete  
10 9 8  
Select a Phrase  
1
*
*
*
The remaining recording time appears in the display when ten seconds or less of  
recording time remains.  
When you’re using the Terminal Recording Mode, recording takes place  
immediately, without entering trigger recording standby.  
Use the INPUT VOLUME knob to adjust the recording level so that the PLAY/  
CLIP indicator does not light.  
12 11  
COM  
18  
15  
CONT OUT  
15  
 
         
Recording Instructions (Terminal Rec)  
Playback  
9: 1 (On)  
10: 0 (Off)  
To Specify Phrases with Binary Signals  
The specified phrase is played back.  
Even when control signals are input continuously, the phrase is played back  
one time only and then ends.  
Note that the way phrases are specified in Terminal Rec differs  
from that used in Binary Playback.  
fig.CtrIn-Rec04.e  
Timing Chart (PLAY)  
Example: Binary specification of Phrase 112 (Phrase #: 112)  
Convert the phrase number to a binary signal number.  
“0” (Off), “1” (On)  
Tbps  
Tbph  
Binary Specification  
Port No.1–8  
The phrase number “0001” is specified in the binary notation as  
“00000000,” and as shown in the Phrase Number / Binary Signal chart  
Tpw  
(p. 13), each subsequent specification is shifted by one.  
fig.CtrIn-Rec06.e  
Port No.9  
Tbpd  
001  
00000000  
Busy Out  
Tvpd  
Tvbd  
Phrase No.  
87654321 Port No.  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
00000001  
00000010  
00000011  
00000100  
00000101  
00000110  
00000111  
Audio Output  
min max  
Tpw  
: Play Pulse Width  
20  
200  
100  
300  
300  
100  
Tbps : Binary Setup Time  
Tbph : Binary Hold Time  
Tbpd : Busy Delay Time  
Tvpd : Audio Delay Time  
Tvbd : End Busy Delay Time  
(msec)  
*
Playback does not begin if the binary-specified phrase is empty (the playback  
instruction is disabled). When playing back, specify a phrase that has already  
been recorded.  
248  
249  
250  
11111000  
11111001  
11111010  
Delete  
9: 1 (On)  
The phrase number “112” becomes the binary signal “01101111.”  
10: 1 (On)  
First, when ON is input to Port No. 10, and then ON is input to Port No. 9,  
deletion of the specified phrase begins. Deletion ends when the signal from the  
CONT OUT connector confirming the presence or absence of the phrase  
changes to OFF.  
*
Deletion does not begin if the binary-specified phrase is empty (the delete  
instruction is disabled). When deleting, specify a phrase that has already been  
recorded.  
fig.CtrIn-Rec05.e  
Timing Chart (Delete)  
Tbds  
Tpdd  
Binary Specification  
Port No.1–8  
Trdw  
Port No.9  
Tpds  
Tpdh  
Tprd  
Port No.10  
Tbcd  
Tbdh  
Control Out  
(the presence or absence  
of phrases)  
min  
max  
Trdw : Delete Rec Pulse Width  
Tpds : Delete Play Setup Time  
Tpdh: Delete Play Hold Time  
Tprd : Delete Play Rec Delay Time  
Tbds : Delete Binary Setup Time  
Tbdh: Delete Binary Hold Time  
100  
50  
50  
0
200  
20  
Tbcd : Binary Phrase Output Delay Time  
Tpdd: Play Phrase Output Delay Time  
250  
*2500(typ.)  
(msec)  
*Play phrase output delay time is dependent on the card used.  
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About Control Using RS-232C  
The AR-200S can be controlled using serial communications from a computer,  
touch panel, or other device via RS-232C. You can control a number of  
operations including recording, playback, switching settings, and editing  
phrases.  
The data transfer rate when the power is turned on and no card is inserted is  
9,600 bps.  
About RS-232C References  
In addition to the owner’s manual, the separate publication “RS-232C  
Reference Notes” is also available for those needing detailed documentation  
regarding RS-232C connector control.  
Please download the PDF file (free of charge) from the following URL.  
RS-232C Reference Notes cover the following topics:  
Setup  
Overviews, detailed descriptions, and lists of commands  
Examples of usage algorithms  
17  
 
     
Controlling Another Device with the AR-200S  
(Control Output Connectors)  
You can use the 25-pin D-sub-type control I/O connector (CONTROL B) on  
the AR-200S’s rear panel to control an external device from the AR-200S.  
The AR-200S outputs two kinds of control signals, Busy Out and Control Out.  
This chapter explains how to connect external devices and make the settings  
for the AR-200S.  
Controlling Another Device  
(Control Out)  
The Control Out signal is output for a duration of one second from the CONT  
OUT pins after playback of audio phrases, pattern phrases, and song phrases.  
This signal can be used to start amplifiers and other external devices in sync  
Starting Another Device (Busy Out)  
with phrase playback.  
Busy Out is a continuous signal output from the BUSY OUT pins during  
You can set the time that is to pass after phrase playback before output is made  
playback (as well as during recording and recording standby) of audio  
to anything from 0 seconds to 59 minutes 59 seconds. Settings are made in  
phrases, pattern phrases, and song phrases.  
phrase units.  
This signal can be used to start amplifiers and other external devices in sync  
with phrase playback.  
Note that if playback of a phrase in progress is cut off, no  
Control Out signal is output.  
Busy Out Specifications  
No-voltage/make-contact  
Contact capacity: Max. DC 30 V, 3 A  
Control Out Specifications  
Port Nos. 13 and 17 have Make-contact during output.  
fig.CtrOut-01.e  
No-voltage/make-contact  
Make-contact time: 1 second, Contact capacity: Max. DC 30 V, 3 A  
9
1
13  
Port Nos. 15 and 18 have Make-contact during output.  
fig.CtrOut-03.e  
17 13  
Normal  
9
1
18 15  
Normal  
13  
17  
During Output  
17  
15  
18  
During Output  
Output of Busy Out Signals In Dual Mono Mode (p.  
19)  
18  
15  
When in Dual Mono mode, the Busy Out signal of the left channel is output  
from the BUSY OUT pins (Port Nos. 13 and 17), and the right channel Busy  
Out signal is output from the CONT OUT pins (Port Nos. 15 and 18).  
Output of Control Out Signals In Dual Mono Mode  
(p. 19)  
Note that Control Out signals are not output in Dual Mono Mode (the Control  
Out settings are not effective).  
In such instances, if the Busy Out output settings have been made, then the  
Busy Out signal of the left channel is output from the BUSY OUT pins (Port  
Nos. 13 and 17), and right channel’s Busy Out signal is output from the CONT  
OUT pins (Port Nos. 15 and 18).  
fig.CtrOut-02.e  
During  
Interval Repeat  
During  
Delay Time  
During playing a  
Phrase  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
CLOSE (ON)  
OPEN (OFF)  
AR-200S Settings  
BUSY OUT  
ON : ON : ON  
Settings for these parameters cannot be made with the AR-200S. Only phrases  
set on the AR-3000 are effective. For detailed information, please refer to the  
AR-3000 owner’s manual.  
MAKE START  
MAKE END  
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Other Useful Functions During Phrase  
Playback  
Moreover, by using an optional AR-3000 to create and edit phrases, you can  
also use the following functions.  
For detailed information, please refer to the AR-3000 owner’s manual.  
Line Out (Thru) Setting During Phrase  
Playback  
*
You cannot make settings for these parameters on the AR-200S. Furthermore,  
they are effective only with phrases whose settings have been made on the AR-  
3000.  
You can take audio from INPUT, mix it during phrase playback, and mixed it  
from OUTPUT.  
fig.LineThru-01.e  
CD player or other  
sound playback device  
Playing Data for Two Units on the Left  
and Right (Dual Mono Mode)  
The Dual Mono mode is a feature for playing different mono audio phrases  
independently on the left and right channels.  
By outputting odd-numbered phrases (001, 003, ...) from the left channel and  
even-numbered phrases (002, 004, ...) from the right channel, you can play back  
two units’ worth of phrases using only the one device.  
INPUT  
You can also play back separate phrases on the left and right channels either  
simultaneously, or shifted.  
fig.DualMono.e  
OUTPUT  
Sound input to INPUT  
+
AR sound phrase  
Odd-Numbered  
Phrase  
Even-Numbered  
Phrase  
Power Amp  
L
R
001  
003  
002  
004  
005  
006  
This is useful when you want to do things like taking music from INPUT and  
layering it with narration phrases as background music.  
You can also make the Input sound fade out or in.  
To Users of the AR-2000/100 (Legacy Models)  
On the AR-2000/100 (legacy models), this “Dual Mono Mode” is the  
function called “Channel Playback Mode.” When using them, please try  
to keep in mind that the two functions are identical.  
Line throughput is possible only for signals connected to the INPUT  
terminals.  
Adjusting the Sound Quality During  
Audio Phrase Playback (EQ—Equalizer)  
Line Thru Output Specifications  
The following output specifications apply, depending on the Line Thru  
settings.  
fig.LineThru-02.e  
You can adjust the quality of the sound during audio phrase playback with  
two-band equalization.  
During Phrase  
Playback  
During Phrase  
Playback  
AR PHRASE  
OUTPUT  
Playing Back Phrases in the Order They  
Are Selected (Program Playback)  
When On  
You can have the group of preset phrases play back in the order they are  
selected by inputting a control signal to the START port.  
With program playback, you can register up to a maximum of 100 phrases in  
each of the five patterns of Programs 1 through 5.  
Since the order and duration of the phrases is predetermined, this is a  
convenient option when you have only one contact, such as a timer or switch,  
with which to trigger this action.  
When On (0%)  
When On (50%)  
When On  
(100%)  
Sound input to line input  
LINE THRU  
When fade-out or fade-in settings have been made  
During Phrase  
Playback  
During Phrase  
Playback  
AR PHRASE  
OUTPUT  
When On (0%)  
LINE THRU  
Fade-Out  
(TIME)  
Fade-In  
(TIME)  
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Troubleshooting  
The start of phrase playback is delayed when  
playback is controlled from an external device  
About playback  
Has the “Delay Time” been set for the phrase?  
Control Input Playback (Direct/Binary) does not  
work as intended  
Check the AR-3000 to confirm whether or not the delay time has been set.  
Check the control signals being sent from the external control device,  
connections and so on once more.  
Make sure the MODE switches’ settings (Direct/Binary) are selected  
correctly. You cannot achieve control input playback merely by  
connecting a device to the port. Be sure to set the control input mode and  
match the method used for connecting to the connectors (p. 22).  
Others  
No sound  
intended  
Reconfirm that the power to the AR-200S or connected device is on.  
Reconfirm that the volume control on the AR-200S or connected device is  
turned up.  
When the card is formatted, phrase assignments for Port Nos. 1 through  
9 are such that Phrase 001 is assigned to Port No. 1, Phrase 002 to Port  
No. 2, and so on up to Phrase 009, which is assigned to Port No. 9. Check  
to make sure that the phrases are properly selected.  
Reconfirm that there are no shorts in any connector cables.  
Phrase number flashes during playback  
Phrases play repeatedly in Direct Playback  
Although the AR-200S is not MIDI phrase-compatible, if a specified  
phrase is a MIDI phrase, the phrase number will flash.  
Check to make sure that “INTERVAL PLAYBACK” is not selected with  
the MODE switch settings (p. 22).  
There is a scraping sound coming from the AR-200S  
Card made on the AR-3000  
In situations such as when control signals are input continuously, the  
movement of the internal relays may make a scraping sound, but this  
does not indicate any malfunction. To prevent overuse and failure of the  
relay, you may also switch to Interval Playback in order to have the relay  
move only once (p. 13).  
Phrases are not played back (PLAY indicator is  
flashing)  
Is the MTC “Sync Source” set to “MTC?”  
When not synchronizing playback with MTC and using the AR-200S as a  
slave, set “Sync Source” on the AR-3000 to “Internal.”  
The volume of the device connected to the output  
connector is low  
Pattern phrases and song phrases are not played  
back as intended  
Could you be using a connection cable that contains a resistor?  
Use a connection cable that does not contain a resistor.  
Phrases composed from pattern phrases or song phrases will not be  
played back properly unless they are saved as actual phrases (if the  
composed phrase is not saved, the next phrase is sought and then played  
back). Check the AR-3000 to confirm whether or not the composite  
phrase has been saved.  
Error Messages  
If an incorrect operation is attempted or execution is not possible, an error message will appear in the display.  
Note the message that appears, and take the appropriate action.  
Display  
Situation  
Action  
It is possible that the data in the memory  
card or the card itself has been damaged.  
Delete all phrases. If delete card is not possible, or if the same message appears after the card has been  
delete card, it may be that the card is malfunctioning. Use a different card.  
No more data can be recorded in the card.  
Either delete unnecessary phrases, or use a different card.  
Check the phrase for which the message was displayed.  
Format the card.  
Either the phrase data is damaged, or the  
AR-200S is not able to handle the phrase.  
The memory card is not formatted for use  
with the AR-200S.  
There is no phrase corresponding to the  
specified phrase.  
Select a saved phrase or record a new phrase.  
Data was not written to or read from the  
card in time.  
Change the RDAC-Grade, RDAC-Mode, or other recording conditions to reduce the amount of data.  
Set card protect to OFF.  
Card protect is set to ON, so data cannot  
be written to the card.  
The AR-200S gets hot.  
Ventilate well to avoid overheating, and keep the unit cool.  
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Regarding Cards  
Card Audio Recording Time Chart  
AR-3000 Settings That Can Be Used  
The following table shows recording times available for cards formatted for  
the AR-3000.  
When cards created with an AR-3000 are played back on an AR-200S, the  
resulting playback could diverge from the original. This is due to a variety of  
factors, including the fact that data created for settings specific to the AR-3000  
cannot be used by the AR-200S. For details, see the tables below.  
*
Recording times listed are for mono recording. Recording times are halved when  
data is recorded in stereo.  
*
These times are for when 1 phrase is recorded continuously, and are provided for  
your reference when recording. The recording time will depend on the  
combination of the grade settings of each phrase recorded in each memory card.  
Phrase Compatibility  
RDAC-Grade  
ANNOUNCE  
LONG2  
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
LONG1  
PM-128-CF  
(128MB)  
RDAC-Mode  
H-LINEAR LINEAR MODE3 MODE2* MODE1  
STANDARD  
HIGH  
RDAC- S-HIGH  
15:08  
16:28  
22:43  
32:57  
22:43 1:00:35  
24:43 1:05:55  
34:05 1:30:53  
49:26 2:11:51  
1:00:35 1:30:53  
1:05:55 1:38:53  
1:30:53 2:16:20  
2:11:51 3:17:47  
3:01:47 4:32:41  
6:03:35 9:05:22  
Grade  
S-HIGH  
MODE1  
MODE2  
MODE3  
LINEAR  
H-LINEAR  
Stereo  
HIGH  
RDAC-Mode  
STANDARD  
LONG1  
LONG2  
45:26 1:08:10 3:01:47  
1:30:53 2:16:20 6:03:35  
ANNOUNCE  
*
Minimum recording times are listed only for MODE2. Depending on  
conditions, you may be able to attain recording times longer than listed here.  
Recording Type  
Mono  
Recorded Phrase Data  
1. Phrase messages  
1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
1.4  
1.5  
1.6  
1.7  
1.8  
1.9  
Playback Volume  
Delay Time  
o
When a piece of Phrase data recorded by the AR-200S, the settings of data on  
the card will be as follows.  
If you will be using the card on the AR-3000, refer to this list.  
o
Playback Point  
Repeat Playback  
Loop Playback  
Fade  
o
o
o
Playback Volume  
Delay Time  
100  
Phrase  
settings  
o
00s00f  
Control Output  
o
Playback Point  
Start: 00h00m00s00f0sf  
End: The real time of the phrase  
MIDI Playback Tempo  
Phrase Name  
o (*1)  
o (*2)  
Repeat Playback  
Loop Playback  
Fade  
OFF  
OFF  
2. Phrase Combination  
2.1  
2.2  
Pattern Phrase  
Song Phrase  
o (*3)  
o (*3)  
Fade In: OFF  
Fade Out: OFF  
Control Output  
OFF  
4. Card Edit  
MIDI Playback Tempo 120  
Phrase Name MESSAGE 1  
(MESSAGE + Phrase number)  
4.1  
4.5  
4.6  
Card Format (Number of Recorded Phrases)  
o
Card Protect  
Card Name  
o
o (*4)  
5. Control Input Settings (*5)  
5.1  
5.2  
5.3  
5.4  
5.5  
Control Input Mode  
o
Direct Playback Method  
Program Playback Method  
Binary Playback Method  
Terminal Rec Method  
o
o
o (*6)  
o
6. MIDI Settings  
All MIDI Settings  
x
o
x
7. RS-232C Setting  
7.1  
Data Transmission Speed Setting  
8. AR-LINK Setting  
8.1  
AR-LINK Mode  
9. System Settings  
9.1  
9.2  
9.3  
9.4  
9.5  
9.6  
Dual Mono Mode  
Line Thru Settings  
EQ  
o
o
o
x
o
x
Volume Thru  
Busy Out  
Display Extinguished  
*1: MIDI phrases are played back silently for the duration of the phrase in  
accordance with the playback tempo.  
*2: The phrase name will not be displayed on the AR-200S.  
*3: If a MIDI phrase is set, playback is silent for the duration of that phrase.  
*4: The card name will not be displayed on the AR-200S.  
*5: Enabled only when the playback mode is set to “Playback by Card Data.”  
*6: For binary playback, up to 250 phrases can be played back.  
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MODE Switch Specifications  
In addition to the REC MODE switches (p. 14), the AR-200S’s bottom panel  
also houses the MODE switches. Various applications are possible by changing  
the settings of the MODE switches.  
Each switch is ON when in the upward position, and OFF when in the  
downward position.  
When the AR-200S is shipped from the factory, all switches will be OFF.  
*
Use a pointed object to change the ON/OFF settings of the MODE switches.  
*
fig.ModeSW  
SW 1, 2: Playback Mode Settings  
The AR-200S’s playback modes (p. 10) are set by means of varying  
combinations of ON and OFF settings for SW 1 and 2.  
PLAYBACK MODE  
Playback by Card Data  
Direct Playback (Last-In)  
Binary Playback  
SW 1  
OFF  
ON  
SW 2  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
Interval Playback  
ON  
SW 3: Output Level Setting  
Specifies the output level. Set this in accordance with the specifications for the  
device to which the playback is being output.  
OFF:  
ON:  
-10 dBV  
+4 dBu  
SW 4: Programmed  
Ordinarily, this should be set to “OFF.”  
SW 5: Update Mode  
Set this to “ON” when updating the AR-200S with the program files on a  
CompactFlash card or writing AR-200S programs to CompactFlash cards.  
Ordinarily, this should be set to “OFF.”  
SW 6: Terminal Rec Setting  
When conducting Terminal Rec (p. 14), set this to “ON.”  
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Control I/O Connector Specifications  
fig.ControlB  
13  
1
DC Power Supply  
Power can be supplied to the AR-200S from an external power supply  
unit (DC power supply) as well as from the AC adaptor.  
25  
14  
To supply power from an external power supply unit (DC power), use  
the Control Input and DC Input Terminal (CONTROL A) or the Control  
I/O Connector (CONTROL B) DC IN and GND pins.  
Port No.  
Signal Name  
1/INC  
2
Remark  
1
Power Supply Specifications  
2
DC +9–24 V, 1200 mA  
3
3/DEC  
4
4
*
The DC OUT pin of the Control I/O Connector (CONTROL B) can be used as  
power supply for a sensor, etc.  
5
5/EXCHANGE  
6
Control Input  
6
7
7
8
8
9
9/START  
STOP  
Never short a power supply pin (21, 24, 25) to the GND pin, since this  
will damage the unit.  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
COM (GND)  
COM (GND)  
BUSY OUT  
NC  
When using the DC OUT, be careful not to exceed the maximum rating  
(100 mA).  
Control Output  
Control Output  
For reasons of safety, do not connect the DC IN + pin of the Control Input  
and DC Input Terminal (CONTROL A) to metal parts such as the chassis  
or the Control I/O Connector (CONTROL B).  
CONT OUT  
GND  
Do not supply electrical power simultaneously to multiple connectors or  
terminals; doing so may result in damage to the unit.  
BUSY OUT  
CONT OUT  
NC  
Control Output  
+5V, Max: 100 mA  
+9–24V, 1200mA  
NC  
DC OUT  
GND  
GND  
DC IN  
DC IN  
*
Control Input and DC Input Terminal (CONTROL A) “1, 2” are  
connected in parallel with Control I/O Connector (CONTROL B) “1, 2.”  
When using Program Playback on a PC card created by the AR-3000, use  
connectors 1 (INC), 3 (DEC), 5 (EXCHANGE), 9 (START), and 10 (STOP).  
Do not make any connection to NC pins, since this will cause faulty operation.  
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Specifications  
RS-232C  
AR-200S: Audio Recorder  
Transmission Method: Start-Stop Synchronous System (Asynchronous)  
Duplex Data Transmission  
Recording Format  
Baud Rate:  
Parity:  
Data Length:  
Stop bit Length:  
Code:  
4800/9600/19200/38400 bps  
none  
8 bit  
1 bit  
ASCII  
RDAC (Roland Digital Audio Coding)  
RDAC-Grade (Sampling Rate)  
S-HIGH:  
HIGH:  
STANDARD:  
LONG1:  
LONG2:  
48 kHz  
44.1 kHz  
32 kHz  
22.05 kHz  
16 kHz  
8 kHz  
*
The setting for 38400 bps is for compatibility with legacy models (the AR-2000).  
However, it is a value for the communication speed that is not defined by the RS-  
232C standards. Make this setting as necessary when using a legacy model by  
means of card conversion.  
ANNOUNCE:  
Display  
Playback Rate Area  
7 segments, 4 characters (LED)  
S-HIGH:  
20 Hz–22 kHz  
20 Hz–20 kHz  
20 Hz–15 kHz  
20 Hz–10 kHz  
20 Hz–7.5 kHz  
20 Hz–3.7 kHz  
HIGH:  
STANDARD:  
LONG1:  
LONG2:  
ANNOUNCE:  
Controllers  
INPUT VOLUME Knob  
Card Eject Button  
REC MODE Switches (Bottom Chassis)  
MODE Switches (Bottom Chassis)  
RDAC-Mode (Signal Processing Method)  
Indicators  
H-LINEAR:  
LINEAR:  
MODE3:  
MODE2:  
MODE1:  
24 bit PCM (playback only)  
PLAY/CLIP Indicator  
REC Indicator  
16 bit PCM recording  
2.5 times extended Recording time than LINEAR  
2.5 times more extended Recording time than LINEAR  
4 times more extended Recording time than LINEAR  
Connectors  
LINE I/O Connector (8-pin Euroblock)  
Control/Power In Terminal (5-pin Terminal Block with M3 bolts)  
Control I/O Connector (DB-25 type)  
RS-232C Connector (DB-9 type)  
Recording Media  
Memory Card (PM-128-CF: option)  
*
In order to recording/playback of audio signal, you will need to purchase one of  
the memory cards.  
Power Supply  
DC 9 V (AC Adaptor)  
DC 9–24 V (Control/Power In Terminal, Control I/O Connector)  
CompactFlash Card Slot  
1 slot  
Current Draw  
Phrase Types  
Audio Phrases (stereo/mono)  
1000 mA (When Using the AC Adaptor)  
1200 mA (When Using an External Power Supply Unit)  
Number of Phrases  
Dimensions  
Card made on the AR-200:  
Maximum 250 Phrases  
218 (W) x 233.3 (D) x 44 (H) mm  
Card made on the AR-200S/3000: Maximum 1000 Phrases  
8-5/8 (W) x 9-3/16(D) x 1-3/4 (H) inches  
Playback Methods  
Weight  
Card made on the AR-200S  
1.5 kg / 3 lbs 5 oz (Excluding AC Adaptor)  
Direct Playback:  
Interval Playback:  
Binary Playback:  
Computer-controlled playback: 1000 Phrases  
100 Phrases (Continuous Play)  
9 Phrases, 2 Modes (Normal, Last-in)  
9 Phrases  
250 Phrases  
Accessories  
Rubber Feet  
Card Protector (with screws)  
Euroblock Connector  
Owner’s Manual  
Card made on the AR-200  
Direct Playback:  
9 Phrases, 2 Modes (Normal, Last-in)  
9 Phrases  
250 Phrases  
AC Adaptor (PSB-1U)  
Interval Playback:  
Binary Playback:  
Computer-controlled playback: 250 Phrases  
100 Phrases (Continuous Play)  
Options  
Memory Card:  
Rack Mount Adaptor:  
PM-128-CF  
RAD-50  
Card made on the AR-3000  
Direct Playback:  
9 Phrases, 4 Modes  
(Normal, Fast-in, Last-in, Sequence)  
9 Phrases  
100 Phrases, 5 Patterns  
250 Phrases  
*
*
0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms  
In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of  
this unit are subject to change without prior notice.  
Interval Playback:  
Program Playback:  
Binary Playback:  
Computer-controlled playback: 1000 Phrases  
100 Phrases (Continuous Play)  
*
In addition to the owner’s manual, the separate publication “RS-232C  
Reference Notes” is also available for those needing detailed  
documentation regarding RS-232C connector control.  
Master Equalizer (Functions only when using cards  
that have been prepared on the AR-3000.)  
High: -12 dB thru +12 dB (3/6 kHz, Shelving Type)  
Low: -12 dB thru +12 dB (200/400 Hz, Shelving Type)  
Please download the PDF file (free of charge) from the following URL.  
RS-232C Reference Notes cover the following topics:  
Setup  
Residual Noise Level  
-80 dBu (Input Short, INPUT VOLUME: middle, DIN-Audio, typ.)  
Overviews, detailed descriptions, and lists of commands  
Examples of usage algorithms  
S/N Ratio  
Output: 84 dB (DIN-Audio, typ.)  
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Specifications  
Input/Output Standard  
Input Standard  
Input  
Input Sensitivity  
Nominal Input Level  
Non-Clip  
Max Input Level  
+20 dBu  
Input Impedance  
Recommended  
Source Impedance  
1 k ohms or less  
Line Inputs (Unbalanced)  
Output Standard  
-10 dBu  
0 dBu  
10 k ohms  
Output  
Nominal Output level  
Non-Clip  
Max Output Level  
+18 dBu  
Output Impedance  
Recommended  
Load Impedance  
600 ohms or greater  
Line Outputs (Balanced)  
+4 dBu/-10 dBV  
600 ohms  
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0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms, -10 dBV = -7.79 dBu  
Dimensions  
fig.Dimensions  
217.6  
42  
3.3  
218  
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Dimensions are with card inserted and rubber feet (included) attached.  
The power cord is not included.  
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Index  
B
Sampling Frequency ..................................................... 14  
T
C
Terminal Rec ............................................................ 14, 22  
Control I/O Connector ................................................. 23  
Control Input Playback ................................................ 10  
Control Out .................................................................... 18  
D
Direct Playback ........................................................ 10–11  
I
L
M
N
O
P
R
RDAC-Grade .................................................................. 14  
RDAC-Mode .................................................................. 14  
REC MODE .................................................................... 14  
Recorded Phrase Data .................................................. 21  
Recording ....................................................................... 14  
Recording Settings ........................................................ 14  
Recording Time ............................................................. 21  
Recording Type ............................................................. 15  
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For the U.K.  
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.  
BLUE:  
NEUTRAL  
BROWN: LIVE  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying  
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.  
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.  
Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.  
For the USA  
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
Compliance Information Statement  
Model Name :  
AR-200S  
Type of Equipment : Audio Recorder  
Responsible Party : Roland Systems Group U.S.  
14830 Desman Road, La Mirada, CA 90638  
(714) 521-8000  
Address :  
Telephone :  
For EU Countries  
For the USA  
This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC.  
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION  
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.  
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.  
For Canada  
NOTICE  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.  
AVIS  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.  
 
Information  
When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as  
shown below.  
FINLAND  
UNITED KINGDOM/  
IRELAND  
NORTH AMERICA  
EUROPE  
ASIA  
Roland Scandinavia As,  
Filial Finland  
Elannontie 5  
FIN-01510 Vantaa, FINLAND  
TEL: (0)9 68 24 020  
Roland (U.K.) Ltd.  
Atlantic Close, Swansea  
Enterprise Park, Swansea  
SA7 9FJ,  
EAST EUROPE  
CANADA  
TAIWAN  
Roland East Europe Ltd.  
Warehouse Area ‘DEPO’ Pf.83  
H-2046 Torokbalint, HUNGARY  
TEL: (23) 511011  
Roland Canada Music Ltd.  
ROLAND TAIWAN  
(Head Office)  
ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.  
Room 5, 9fl. No. 112 Chung Shan  
N.Road Sec.2, Taipei, TAIWAN,  
R.O.C.  
5480 Parkwood Way, Richmond  
B. C., V6V 2M4 CANADA  
TEL: (604) 270 6626  
UNITED KINGDOM  
TEL: (01792) 702701  
NORWAY  
TEL: (02) 2561 3339  
Roland Scandinavia Avd.  
Roland Canada Music Ltd.  
(Toronto Office)  
170 Admiral Boulevard  
Mississauga ON L5T 2N6  
CANADA  
AUSTRIA/BELGIUM/  
FRANCE/GERMANY/  
HOLLAND/  
LUXEMBOURG/  
PORTUGAL/SPAIN/  
SWITZERLAND  
Roland Iberia, S.L.  
Paseo García Faria, 33-35  
08005 Barcelona SPAIN  
TEL: 93 493 91 00  
Kontor Norge  
OCEANIA  
Roland Corporation  
Australia Pty.,Ltd.  
38 Campbell Avenue  
Dee Why West, NSW 2099  
AUSTRALIA  
Lilleakerveien 2 Postboks 95  
Lilleaker N-0216 Oslo  
NORWAY  
SINGAPORE/  
MALAYSIA  
TEL: 2273 0074  
TEL: (905) 362 9707  
Roland Asia Pacific Sdn. Bhd.  
45-1, Block C2, Jalan PJU 1/39,  
Dataran Prima, 47301 Petaling  
Jaya, Selangor, MALAYSIA  
TEL: 3-7805-3263  
SWEDEN  
U. S. A.  
Roland Scandinavia A/S  
SWEDISH SALES OFFICE  
Danvik Center 28, 2 tr.  
S-131 30 Nacka SWEDEN  
TEL: (0)8 702 00 20  
For Australia  
Roland Systems Group U.S.  
14830 Desman Road, La Mirada,  
CA 90638 U.S.A.  
TEL: (02) 9982 8266  
For New Zealand  
TEL: (09) 3098 715  
TEL: 714-521-8000  
CENTRAL/LATIN  
AMERICA  
DENMARK  
Roland Scandinavia A/S  
Nordhavnsvej 7, Postbox 880,  
DK-2100 Copenhagen  
DENMARK  
Roland Systems Group U.S.  
14830 Desman Road, La Mirada,  
CA 90638 U.S.A.  
TEL: 3916 6200  
TEL: 714-521-8000  
As of December 10, 2005 (RSS)  
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