Roland R-07 User manual

Owner’s Manual

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Check the contents of the package
The R-07 comes with the following items. As soon as you open the package, please check that all these items are present.
If anything is missing, please contact your dealer.
*R-07 recorder
*microSD card
This is inserted in the R-07 itself. A memory card is required in order
to carry out recording and playback with the R-07.
*Batteries (Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x2)
*Owner’s manual
This is the document you’re reading. Keep it available for reference
when needed.
*Leaet“USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
Before using this unit, carefully read the leaet. After reading, keep
the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
PDF Manual (download from the Web)
• Reference guide
This explains all functions of the unit.
To obtain the PDF manual
1. Enter the following URL in your computer.
http://www.roland.com/manuals/
2. Choose “R-07” as the product name.
Copyright © 2017 ROLAND CORPORATION
*This document explains the specications of the product at the time
that the document was issued. For the latest information, refer to
the Roland website.

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Panel Descriptions
Display
This shows various types of information
for the R-07.
PEAK indicator
This will light when the input volume is
excessive.
Bluetooth indicator
This blinks when pairing with a Bluetooth
speaker or headphones (p. 10).
It is lit if the R-07 is connected to a
Bluetooth speaker or headphones, or when
the remote control is on (p. 16).
Built-in mics
This is a stereo mic built into the unit.
[SCENE] button
This button lets you switch scenes (p. 12)
that recall settings suitable for a specic
recording situation.
Long-press this button to ip the display
vertically.
[MENU] button
This button lets you make various settings
for the R-07, such as recording/playback
settings and specifying the date and time.
[REHEARSAL] button
This button automatically sets the
appropriate recording level.
[A B] button
This button lets you repeatedly play
between two points (the A–B region) of
a le. When you assign an “A”marker and
“B” marker in the le, playback will repeat
between the “A” and “B” markers. Pressing
the button the rst time assigns the“A”
marker, and pressing it a second time
assigns the “B” marker.
[MARK] button
For a WAV le, you can press this button
to add a mark at a desired location. If you
press this button at a marked location, the
mark is removed.
Remote indicator
Operation Status
Lit Recording
Blinking (slow) Record-standby
Blinking (fast) Input overload

Panel Descriptions
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[ ] button
Press this button to move to the beginning
of the le, or to select the previous le. For
a WAV le that contains marks, this button
returns to the previous mark. By holding
down this button, you can rewind through
the le.
You can do this during playback or while
stopped.
This button also moves the cursor to the
left in the screen, or changes the value of
the selected item.
INPUT [+] [–] buttons
These buttons adjust the level of the audio
that’s being input via the built-in mics, the
MIC/AUX IN jack.
Pressing [+] will increase the input level.
Pressing [–] will decrease the input level.
[ ] button
This button stops playback or recording.
This button also moves the cursor
downward in the screen, or changes the
value of the selected item.
REC/PLAY indicator
Operation Status
Lit red Recording
Blinking red Record-stanby
Lit green Playing
Blinking green Play-stanby
[ ] button
Press this button to enter recording-
standby mode or to begin recording.
You’ll also use this button to conrm a
selection.
VOL [+] [–] buttons
These buttons adjust the volume that
is output from the built-in speaker, the
PHONES jack or the Bluetooth device.
[ ] button
Press this button to start playback, or to
pause playback or recording.
This button also moves the cursor upward
in the screen, or changes the value of the
selected item.
[ ] button
Press this button to select the next le. For
a WAV le that contains marks, this button
advances to the next mark. By holding
down this button, you can fast-forward
through the le.
You can do this during playback or while
stopped.
This button also moves the cursor to the
right in the screen, or changes the value of
the selected item.

Panel Descriptions
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[POWER] switch
Slide this switch toward POWER to turn
the power on/o (p. 8). With the power
turned on, you can set this switch to the
right to enable the HOLD function
If you leave HOLD on, operation is disabled
for all buttons, preventing unintended
operation. Even if HOLD is on, you can still
operate the R-07 from a mobile device
(p. 16).
USB port
Use a commercially available USB cable to
connect this to your computer. This allows
les recorded on the R-07 to be transferred
to your computer, or WAV and MP3 les
from your computer to be copied to the
R-07 for playback.
* Do not use a micro USB cable that is
designed only for charging a device.
Charge-only cables cannot transmit
data.
PHONES jack
You can connect headphones here (p.
10).
MIC/AUX IN jack
Use this if you want to connect an external
mic, audio device or electronic musical
instrument.

Panel Descriptions
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microSD card slot
Insert the microSD card into this slot. When
the R-07 is shipped from the factory, a
microSD card is inserted.
Built-in speaker
This is the R-07’s internal speaker.
Battery compartment
Install batteries here (p. 8).
Tripod mounting socket
This socket lets you attach the R-07 to a
commercially available camera tripod.
(The socket is threaded for a 1/4”screw.)
About microSD cards
*Some memory card types or memory cards from some manufacturers may not record or play back properly on the unit.
Strap hole
The strap can be passed through this hole.

Panel Descriptions
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Main Screen
Here we’ll explain the principal icons and information shown in the main screen.
Playing / Stopped
Song name
Elapsed playback time
Output level
Play/stop status (PLAY/STOP)
Power supply status (USB /batteries )
Song length
Sampling rate of the song being played
Reverb status (ON /OFF)
Playback speed (ON /OFF)
Repeat status (ON /OFF)
Peak
Current time
Recording
Song name
Elapsed recording time
Input level
Record/recording-standby
status (REC/STANDBY)
Power supply status (USB /batteries )
Remaining recordable time on the memory card
Sampling rate during recording
Limiter/AGC status (ON /AGC /OFF)
Plug-in power status (ON /OFF) (Appears
only when external mic has been connected.)
Peak
Current time

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Getting Ready
1. Turning the Power On/O
Types of batteries that can be used
• Alkaline battery (AA, LR6)
• Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6)
NOTE
The R-07 itself is not able to recharge rechargeable Ni-MH
batteries. You’ll need to use a battery charger designed for
rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
1. Make sure that the power is o.
If the power is on, turn it o. Slide the R-07’s [POWER] switch toward
POWER to turn the power on/o.
2. Open the cover of the battery compartment located on
the bottom of the unit.
Turn the R-07 over, then slide the cover downward while pressing
the area circled in the illustration.
*When turning the unit over, be careful so as to protect the buttons
and knobs from damage. Also, handle the unit carefully; do not
drop it.
3. Install the batteries.
Install two AA batteries in the compartment, making sure that the
polarity (+/– orientation) is correct.
+
+
-
-
4. Close the cover of the battery compartment.
5. Slide the [POWER] switch toward POWER for several
seconds; the power will turn on.
When the power turns on, a screen like the following will appear in
the display. We’ll call this the “main screen.”
6. To turn the power o, slide the [POWER] switch once
again toward POWER for several seconds.

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Note when using the R-07 on batteries
• If you handle batteries improperly, you risk explosion and uid
leakage. Make sure that you carefully observe all of the items
related to batteries that are listed in “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and
“IMPORTANT NOTES”(leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY).
• Do not mix fresh batteries with used batteries, and do not mix
batteries of dierent types.
• If you won’t be using the R-07 for an extended period of time, we
recommend that you remove the batteries to prevent them from
leaking electrolyte.
• If electrolyte should leak from the batteries, use a soft cloth to wipe
the battery compartment clean, and then install new batteries.
Electrolyte that contacts your skin might cause irritation. Electrolyte
that enters your eyes is dangerous; if this occurs, immediately ush
your eyes thoroughly with water.
• Do not carry or store batteries together with metallic objects such
as pens, necklaces, or hairpins.
Power conservation function
The power to this unit will be turned o automatically after a
predetermined amount of time has passed since it was last used for
playing music, or its buttons or controls were operated (Auto O
function).
If you do not want the power to be turned o automatically,
disengage the Auto O function. For details, refer to the reference
guide (PDF).
• Any settings that you are in the process of editing will be lost
when the power is turned o. If you have any settings that you
want to keep, you should save them beforehand.
• To restore power, turn the power on again (p. 8).
Remaining battery indication
• When the remaining battery power runs low, a battery low icon
appears in the upper right of the display. When this appears,
install fresh batteries as soon as possible. If you continue to use the
unit in this state, the display will indicate“Battery Low,” and nally
the R-07 will stop functioning entirely.
Battery life (when using alkaline batteries)
Continuous playback approximately 15 hours
Continuous recording approximately 15 hours
*The above battery lifespans are approximate. Battery life will vary
depending on environmental conditions and the method of use.
2. Specifying the Battery Type
1. Press [MENU] to access the “Menu”screen, use [ ]/[ ]
to select “Power Manage,” and press [ ].
2. Use [ ]/[ ] to move the cursor
to the Battery setting, and use
[ ]/[ ] to specify the type of
battery that you’re using.
3. Press [MENU] twice to return to
the main screen.

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3. Setting the Date andTime
After you turn on the power for the rst time, you’ll need to set the
internal clock as follows. The date and time you specify are used as
the time stamp for the les that are recorded.
1. Press [MENU] to access the “Menu”screen, use [ ]/[ ]
to select “Date & Time,” and press [ ].
NOTE
• The internal clock is powered by batteries. If the R-07 is left for
several minutes with batteries removed, the internal clock will
return to its default state. When you turn on the power in this
state, the message“Clock Initialized” will appear.
• If the screen indicates “Clock Initialized,” you’ll need to reset the
date and time.
2. Set the date and time.
Use [ ]/[ ] to move the cursor left/
right.
When the cursor is at the position of the
character you want to change, use [ ]/[ ] to change the date and
time, and press [ ] to conrm the setting.
3. Press [MENU] to return to the main screen.
4. Using Headphones
The R-07 has a built-in speaker. You can listen to the playback
through this speaker, or you can connect headphones for listening.
You can also connect Bluetooth headphones to the R-07 and listen
wirelessly to the playback.
*To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn
down the volume, and turn o all the units before making any
connections.
Connecting Bluetooth® Headphones
Supported codecs: SBC, Qualcomm® aptX™ audio,
Qualcomm®aptX™ Low Latency audio
Registering a Bluetooth device (Pairing)
“Pairing” is the procedure by which the mobile device that you want
to use is registered on this unit (the two devices recognize each
other).
Once a mobile device has been paired with this unit, there is no
need to perform pairing again. After the R-07 starts, it searches for
the previously-connected device, and connects automatically.
1. Place the Bluetooth device that you want to connect
near the R-07, power-on the device, and put it in pairing
mode.
For details, refer to the owner’s manual of your Bluetooth device.
2. Press [MENU] to access the “Menu”screen, use [ ]/[ ]
to select “Bluetooth,” and press [ ].
3. Use [ ]/[ ] to select “Pairing Audio” and press [ ].

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4. Use [ ]/[ ] to choose “Yes,”
and then press [ ].
The display indicates“Pairing...”, and
this unit waits for a response from the
Bluetooth device.
When pairing succeeds, the display indicates “Completed.” and
sound can be output from the Bluetooth device.
Connecting an already-paired Bluetooth device
1. Press [MENU] to access the “Menu”screen, use [ ]/[ ]
to select “Bluetooth,” and press [ ].
2. Use [ ]/[ ] to select “Connect Audio” and press [ ].
3. Select the playback device that
you want to use, and press [ ].
4. Use [ ]/[ ] to choose “Yes,” and then press [ ].
The display indicates“Connecting...”, and this unit waits for a
response from the Bluetooth device.
When the connection succeeds, the display indicates“Completed.”
and sound can be output from the Bluetooth device.
4. Using Headphones
The R-07 has a built-in speaker. You can listen to the playback
through this speaker, or you can connect headphones for listening.
You can also connect Bluetooth headphones to the R-07 and listen
wirelessly to the playback.
*To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn
down the volume, and turn o all the units before making any
connections.
Connecting Bluetooth® Headphones
Supported codecs: SBC, Qualcomm® aptX™ audio,
Qualcomm®aptX™ Low Latency audio
Registering a Bluetooth device (Pairing)
“Pairing” is the procedure by which the mobile device that you want
to use is registered on this unit (the two devices recognize each
other).
Once a mobile device has been paired with this unit, there is no
need to perform pairing again. After the R-07 starts, it searches for
the previously-connected device, and connects automatically.
1. Place the Bluetooth device that you want to connect
near the R-07, power-on the device, and put it in pairing
mode.
For details, refer to the owner’s manual of your Bluetooth device.
2. Press [MENU] to access the “Menu”screen, use [ ]/[ ]
to select “Bluetooth,” and press [ ].
3. Use [ ]/[ ] to select “Pairing Audio” and press [ ].

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Recording
1. Recalling Settings for Specic Purposes
The R-07 provides settings that are suitable for various recording situations. These settings are called “scenes.”
1. Press [SCENE] to access the “Scene”screen, and use [ ]/[ ] to change the Scene setting.
Scene Explanation Sample Rate Rec Mode Limiter Low Cut Input Level
OFF Choose this if you want to make settings
manually.
Music HiRes
Settings appropriate for high-quality recording
of a band performance that’s not high-volume,
or of an acoustic instrumental performance.
96 kHz WAV-24 bit ON OFF 60
Music CD Settings for CD-quality recording. 44.1 kHz WAV-16 bit ON OFF 60
Music Long Settings for extended-duration recording. 44.1 kHz MP3-192 kbps ON OFF 60
Loud Live Settings appropriate for high-volume
performances such as in a club. 44.1 kHz WAV-24 bit OFF OFF 25
Loud Practice
Settings appropriate for extended-duration
recording at high volume, such as in a practice
studio.
44.1 kHz MP3-192 kbps OFF OFF 25
Instrument Settings appropriate for recording a nearby
instrument. 44.1 kHz WAV-24 bit ON OFF 60
Vocal Settings appropriate for recording a nearby
vocal. 44.1 kHz WAV-24 bit ON 100 Hz 60
Voice Memo Settings appropriate for non-musical recording,
such as a conference, lecture, or speech. 44.1 kHz MP3-128 kbps AGC 200 Hz AUTO
Field
Settings appropriate for recording the sounds
of nature, such as birdcalls or the murmuring
sound of a river.
96 kHz WAV-24 bit ON 100 Hz 80
Even after selecting a scene, you can edit the Sample Rate, Rec Mode, Limiter, Low Cut, and Input Level values. You can then save the changes you
made.
For details on how to save your changes, and more about the Limiter and the Low Cut lter, refer to the reference guide (PDF).

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2. Specifying the Recording Quality
You can specify the audio quality with which the recording will be
made.
The audio quality setting is a combination of the Sample Rate and
the Rec Mode. The audio quality will aect the size of the le, and
will also aect the length of time over which recording can take
place with an microSD card.
Consider whether audio quality or length of recording are more
important for your situation, and choose the quality that’s
appropriate for you.
1. In the “Scene”screen, use
[ ]/[ ] to move the cursor to
the Sample Rate line, and use
[ ]/[ ] to change the sample
rate setting.
Sample Rate 44.1 kHz, 48.0 kHz, 88.2 kHz,
96.0 kHz (default)
*If this setting is 88.2 kHz or 96.0 kHz, the only choices for REC Mode
are WAV-16 bit and WAV-24 bit.
2. Use [ ]/[ ] to move the cursor
to Rec Mode, and use [ ]/[ ]
to change the Rec Mode setting.
Rec Mode
2xWAV-16 bit, 2xWAV-24 bit, WAV+MP3,
MP3-64 kbps, MP3-96 kbps, MP3-128 kbps,
MP3-160 kbps, MP3-192 kbps,
MP3-224 kbps, MP3-320 kbps, WAV-16 bit,
WAV-24 bit (default)
*2xWAV-16 bit, 2xWAV-24 bit, MP3 and WAV+MP3 can be selected
only if the Sample Rate is 44.1 kHz or 48.0 kHz.
*If you select WAV+MP3, the setting is xed at WAV-16 bit and
MP3-128 kbps.
3. Press [SCENE] to return to the main screen.
3. Adjusting the Input Level
Here we explain the procedure for using the rehearsal function.
MEMO
Although you can also make adjustments manually or by using
LIMITER/AGC, please refer to the reference guide (PDF) for details
on those settings.
*If LIMITER/AGC is set to AGC, the rehearsal screen is not shown.
1. Press [MENU] to access the “Menu”screen, use [ ]/[ ]
to choose “Input,” and then press [ ].
2. Use [ ]/[ ] to move the cursor
to the Rehearsal Time setting,
and use [ ]/[ ] to specify
the time.
Rehearsal Time Manual, 30 sec, 1 min (default), 3 min, 5 min
3. Press [MENU] twice to return to the main screen.

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4. Point the mic toward the source
you want to record, and press
[REHEARSAL].
The recording level will automatically
be set according to the loudest volume
that occurs during the specied Rehearsal Time. At the same time,
the unit will also perform a test to determine the appropriate
sensitivity for the mic.
If you’re recording music such as an instrumental or vocal
performance, you should play the loudest portion of the song.
If the Rehearsal Time is set to MANUAL, press [ ] to nish the
rehearsal.
4. Recording
1. Press [ ].
The REC/PLAY indicator blinks red; the R-07 is in the record-standby
state.
2. Press [ ] or [ ].
The REC/PLAY indicator will light red, and recording will begin.
MEMO
After recording starts, you can set the [POWER] switch to the
HOLD position so that accidental button presses do not stop the
recording or change the input level.
NOTE
• Acoustic feedback might occur if you
record while an external speaker is
connected. Turning“Rec Monitor Sw”
OFF prevents acoustic feedback.
• The built-in mics cannot be used if
a mic or other device is connected to the MIC/AUX IN jack. If you
want to use the built-in mics, do not connect anything to the MIC/
AUX IN jack.
• You can’t turn o the power during recording. You must stop
recording before you can turn o the power.
3. Press [ ] to stop recording.
The REC/PLAY indicator will go out.
The display will show the le that was recorded.
MEMO
• To pause, press [ ]. To disengage pause and resume recording,
press [ ] once again.
• A le name such as R07_0001.WAV will be created automatically.
The 0001 portion is assigned as a number that is one greater than
the largest number of the existing les.
• If the Recorder parameter File Name is set to “Date,” the date and
time of recording will be the le name. For details, refer to the
reference guide (PDF).

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Playback / Using the Recorded Data
Playing Back Recordings with R-07
1. Access the main screen.
2. Use [ ]/[ ] to select the le that you want to play.
MEMO
If the display indicates “No Song,” the current folder contains no
les that the R-07 can play back.
If the display indicates “No Card,” no microSD card has been
inserted.
3. Press [ ] to play the le.
The REC/PLAY indicator will light green.
During playback, you can hold down [ ] to rewind, or [ ] to
fast-forward. Normal playback will resume when you release the
button.
NOTE
For some types of microSD card, the data reading speed may
not keep up when rewinding or fastforwarding during playback,
causing the rewind or fast-forward operation to stop.
If this occurs, press [ ] to stop playback. Then play back once
again.
4. Use VOL [+] [–] to adjust the volume.
5. Press [ ] to stop playback.
The REC/PLAY indicator will go out.
Using Recordings with a Computer
Use a commercially available USB cable to connect the R-07 to your
computer, and transfer the recorded les to the computer.
*For details on transferring les to your computer, refer to the
reference guide (PDF).
Recorded les can be used with music production DAW software or
video editing software on your computer. For details on the formats
that can be imported, and the import procedure, refer to the
owner’s manual of your software.
Creating an Audio CD
By using a device that is able to create audio CDs, such as the
Roland CD-2 series, you can create an audio CD from les that were
recorded on the R-07. For more about the CD-2 series, refer to the
Roland website.
*If you intend to create an audio CD, set Sample Rate to 44.1 kHz and
REC Mode to WAV-16 bit. Using the scene setting “MUSIC CD” is a
convenient way to make these settings (p. 12).

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Controlling the R-07 from a Mobile Device
Using Bluetooth® functionality lets you remotely control the R-07
from a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet.
*The app supports iOS and Android.
1. Installing the App“R-07 Remote”
1. From the web browser of your mobile device, access the
following URL.
http://roland.cm/r-07
From the page that appears, install the app that’s appropriate for
your mobile device.
2. Making Settings on the R-07
1. Press [MENU] to access the “Menu”screen, use [ ]/[ ]
to choose “Bluetooth,” and then press [ ].
2. Use [ ]/[ ] to select “Remote Control,” and press [ ].
3. Press [ ] to turn Remote ON.
The Bluetooth indicator will light.
4. Press [MENU] three times to return to the main screen.
3. Making Settings on the Mobile Device
1. Turn on the Bluetooth function of the mobile device.
MEMO
The explanation here uses the iPhone as an example. For details,
refer to the owner’s manual of your mobile device.
*Do not tap the “R-07” that is shown in the Bluetooth settings of the
mobile device.
4. Starting the R-07 Remote
1. Place the mobile device that you want to connect
nearby this unit.
MEMO
If you have more than one unit of this model, power-on only the
unit that you want to pair (power-o the other units).
2. Start the R-07 Remote.
If you are starting the R-07 Remote for the rst time, or if you have
initialized the R-07’s settings, tap the R-07 that appears.
When the connection is completed, the Bluetooth indicator is lit.