Roland RS-70 - Manual (Page 139)

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Performing with a
computer
Performing with a computer
If you are using music software running on a computer, you can use the computer
to operate the RS-70’s controls. Not only can you create and play back song data, you
can also have Tones switch automatically.
What’s more, you can use the included RS Editor software to create Tones using the
computer.
Installing & setup the driver (Windows)
The following items are required for connections and installation. Please have the
following items ready.
• RS-70
• AC adaptor
• USB cable (Sold separately)
• RS Editor CD-ROM
Which type of connection?
You can either use the USB cable, or use the MIDI cable to make a MIDI connection.
Depending on the type of connection you are using, install the appropriate driver
and make the appropriate settings.
• USB connection (Windows) → p. 139
• USB connection (Macintosh) → p. 151
• Connecting with MIDI cables → p. 155
What is a driver?
fig.Win-00.e
A “driver” is software that transfers data between the RS-70 and application
software running on your computer, when your computer and the RS-70 are
connected by a USB cable. The driver sends data from your application to the RS-70,
and from the RS-70 to your application.
Application
Driver
Computer
USB cable
USB port
RS-70 rear panel
The installation procedure will differ depending on your system.
Please proceed to one of the following sections, depending on the system you use.
• Windows XP users p. 140
• Windows 2000 users p. 144
• Windows Me/98 users p. 147
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