Roland maxWerk Musical Instrument - Manual (Page 15)

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Names of Things and What They Do
Rear Panel
fig.01-02PanelRear_75
L. AC Inlet
Connect the supplied power cord here.
* For details on the power consumption, refer to p. 150.
The unit should be connected to a power source only of the type marked on the side of
unit.
M. Grounding Terminal
In some cases, depending on the environment in which the unit is installed, the surface of the
panel may sometimes feel rough and grainy. 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 an authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the “Information” page.
● 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)
N. USB Connector
Use a USB cable to connect the VariOS to your computer.
O. MIDI Connectors
Connect external MIDI devices here (p. 20). Use MIDI cables (sold separately) to make
connections.
P. DIGITAL OUT
These jacks output digital audio signals (stereo). Two types are provided; optical and coaxial.
Output settings are made in the screen where you specify the effect signal flow (p. 86, p. 111).
You can use both types of OUT connector simultaneously; they will output the same sound.
Q. INPUT
R. OUTPUT
Connect your amp or mixer to these jacks. Output settings are made in the screen where you
specify the effect signal flow (p. 86, p. 111).
IN Receives MIDI messages from an external device.
OUT Transmits MIDI messages to an external device.
AUDIO IN Jacks
Connect a line-level source or mic here if you want to input audio into the VariOS.
* The audio signal that is input to AUDIO IN will be mixed with the sound of the Var-
iOS and output from MAIN OUT.
LEVEL Knob Adjusts the level at which audio is input from the AUDIO IN jacks.
GAIN switch Switches the AUDIO IN input jacks between line level and mic level.
DIRECT OUT Jacks Output the sound unprocessed by effects or only the multi-effect sound in stereo.
MAIN OUT Jacks
Output the audio signal in stereo. If you want to use monaural output, connect only
the L jack.
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