Key facts
- Brand
- Roland
- Model
- AR-100
- Category
- Voice recorder
- Industry
- Electronics
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-08-10
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Roland AR-1000 Announcement Recorder Owner's Manual
This document is the Owner's Manual for the Roland AR-1000 Announcement Recorder. It provides instructions on operating the unit, including recording voice or music directly onto PCMCIA memory cards (SRAM or FLASH) and playing them back using various methods such as Program Playback, Direct Playback, and computer control via RS-232-C.
The manual details the front panel controls, connection examples for microphones, line inputs, and external devices, and explains how to manage memory cards, including formatting, copying data, and erasing silent portions. It also covers advanced features like assigning phrases to control inputs and configuring system settings for playback order and power-on modes.
Roland AR-100 specifications
| Sampling Rates | 8.5kHz, 17kHz, 22kHz |
|---|---|
| Recording Time (1M card) | 243 sec (8.5kHz), 121 sec (17kHz), 94 sec (22kHz) |
| Power Supply | AC 100-120V 50/60Hz |
All Roland AR-100 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How much recording time can be stored on a 1M memory card?
A 1M memory card can store up to 243 seconds at 8.5kHz, 121 seconds at 17kHz, or 94 seconds at 22kHz.
Can the AR-1000 be controlled by a personal computer?
Yes, playback can be controlled by a personal computer using the RS-232-C connection.
Does the AR-100 have internal memory for recording or playback?
No. The AR-100 does not contain memory for recording/playback, so a separately sold PC card is required.
What is a phrase on the AR-100?
A phrase is a piece of recorded data, such as audio signals or MIDI messages, and phrases are identified by phrase numbers.
