RSS AR-200S User manual

The Industry Standard
for Audio Playback
AR-3000R
AR-200R AR-200S
The AR Series
Audio Recorders
Recording Time
S-HIGH
HIGH
STANDARD
LONG 1
LONG 2
ANNOUNCE
48 kHz
44.1 kHz
32 kHz
22.05 kHz
16 kHz
8 kHz
20Hz-22kHz
20Hz-20kHz
20Hz-15kHz
20Hz-10kHz
20Hz-7.5kHz
20Hz-3.7kHz
RDAC Mode and Recording Time
H-LINEAR
1:58:31
2:08:57
2:57:47
4:17:54
5:55:34
11:51:09
LINEAR
2:57:47
3:13:26
4:26:41
6:26:52
8:53:22
17:46:44
MODE 3
7:54:06
8:53:49
11:51:09
17:31:39
23:42:18
47:24:37
MODE 2
7:54:06
8:53:49
11:51:09
17:31:39
23:42:18
47:24:37
MODE 1
11:51:09
12:53:44
17:46:44
25:47:28
35:33:28
71:06:56
* Mono Recording time per 1GB Memory Card (x 2 for AR-3000R)
* Recording time is half for stereo recording
* Time specs for continuous recording of 1 phrase
RDAC Grade Sampling Frequency Playback Range
AR-3000R Specifications
Recording Format
Recording Media
RDAC Grade
Phrase Type
Number of Phrases
RDAC (Roland Digital Audio Coding)
Compact Flash Memory Card up to 2GB x 2
H-LINEAR, LINEAR, MODE3, MODE2, MODE1
Stereo, Mono (Audio) or SMF (MIDI)
Up to 2,000 phrases
S/N Ratio
Interfaces
Power Supply
Power Consumption
Dimensions & Weight
90dB
RS-232C, MIDI, AR-LINK
AC 117, 230, 240V (50/60Hz)
11W (117V), 12W (230/240V)
482(W) x 231.4(D) x 44(H) mm, 2.7kg
Network Card (AR-NT1R)
Audio Input
Audio Output
Line output : +4dBu/500 ohms/balanced,
Mono output : +4dBu/500 ohms/unbalanced,
Phone : 90+90mW Max (30 ohms or more)
Mic Input : -46dBu/2k ohms/balanced
Line Input : 0dBu/20k (stereo) or 10k (mono)
ohms/unbalanced
Options
Accessories Rubber Feet, Card Protector (with screws),
Owner's Manual, AC Cord
AR-200R Specifications
Power Supply
Dimensions & Weight
Current Draw
Accessories
Options
AC Adaptor or DC9 -24V
218(W) x 234.7(D) x 44(H) mm, 1.4kg
1000mA (AC Adaptor) or
1200mA (External DC Power)
Rubber Feet, Card Protector (with screws),
Owner's Manual, AC adaptor
Rack Mount bracket
Recording Format
Recording Media
RDAC Grade
Phrase Type
Number of Phrases
Audio Input
Audio Output
S/N Ratio
RDAC (Roland Digital Audio Coding)
Compact Flash Memory Card up to 2GB
H-LINEAR, LINEAR, MODE3, MODE2, MODE1
Stereo, Mono (Audio) or SMF (MIDI)
Up to 1,000 phrases *
0dBu/10k ohms/unbalanced
84 dB
*When saved on AR-3000R
Line output : +4dBu/-10dBV/600 ohms/balanced
Phone : 1+1 mW Max (30 ohms or more)
AR-200S Specifications
AR-3000R Dimension (mm) AR-200R Dimension (mm) AR-200S Dimension (mm)
Power Supply
Dimensions & Weight
Current Draw
Accessories
Options
AC Adaptor or DC9 -24V
218(W) x 233.3(D) x 44(H) mm, 1.5kg
Rubber Feet, Card Protector (with screws),
Euroblock Connector, Owner's Manual, AC adaptor
1000mA (AC Adaptor) or
1200mA (External DC Power)
Recording Format
Recording Media
RDAC Grade
Phrase Type
Number of Phrases
Audio Input
Audio Output
S/N Ratio
RDAC (Roland Digital Audio Coding)
Compact Flash Memory Card up to 2GB
H-LINEAR, LINEAR, MODE3, MODE2, MODE1
Stereo or Mono
Up to 1,000 phrases
-6dBu/10k ohms/balanced
+4dBu/-10dBV/600 ohms/balanced
84 dB Rack Mount bracket
44.0 45.3
197.8
17.4
41.0 3.5
482.0
430.1
1.3
231.4
16.2
218
217.6
42 3.3
14.2
215.43.7
441.9
45.9
233.3
217.6
218
44
1.9
45.9
3.7 215.8 15.2
234.7
42 3.3
Copyright 2006 Roland Corporation. All rights reserved
All specification and appearances are subject to change without notice
Aug. 2006 RAM-7002 PR
www.rolandsystemsgroup.net

Flagship AR product with a wide range of editing, playback and control features
The AR-3000R Audio Recorder is a one rack space digital audio recorder/player designed for any application requiring
high fidelity pre-recorded announcements. Theme parks, museums, elevators, airports, buses, trains and trams are just
some of the installations that can benefit from the AR-3000R's high quality, over 140 hours of recording time.
The AR-200R/S Audio Recorder are half rack space digital audio recorder/players designed for
any application requiring high fidelity pre-recorded announcements and control using RS-232C
or GPI contact closures.
Paging systems
Museums
Zoos
Airports
Theme Parks
Interactive installations
Public Transportations
Radio cart replacement for instant on-air
playback of jingles, spots and promos
Remotely controlled recorder for loading
news highlights, stories
Interactive phone message playback
The industry standard for reliable, high quality audio playback
Industry standard in sound quality and long recording times
AR-NT1R
No Moving Parts
The AR series is world renowned for its reliability. Audio is stored and played
back from Compact Flash or other solid state memory, providing much more
reliable performance than cassettes, CDs, DVDs, HDDs and other
mechanical recording devices. Since audio or MIDI data is recorded directly
to and played back from the memory card. the mechanical wear and tear
and failure over time associated with rotating or winding media is completely
eliminated.
Easy integration with other systems
Link multiple units with sample accuracy
The AR-3000R can be synchronized with external devices using MTC and
MMC. This enables the easy integration of up to 64 tracks of an AR system
with external devices such as video presenters and show control devices.
Using the AR-Link function,
users can build a 64-track
simultaneous playback
system. One AR-3000R
master device can lock up
to 31 units of AR-3000R or
AR-200R together for
sample accurate playback.
Using an installed AR-NT1R
IP networking board a user
can upload files and
playlists, and remotely
control an AR-3000R
using any standard
Ethernet network.
Recording and Playback of MIDI data
When used to record or
play back MIDI data, the
AR performs as a non-
mechanical MIDI
sequencer that can control
or synchronize music or
other event attractions such
as lighting systems, effects
or fountains.
24bit, 48kHz Linear Recording
The AR series’ 24-bit, 48KHz audio sets the standard in audio quality for
fixed installation applications. The AR series represents the industry
standard in high quality audio with up to 48 kHz, 24 bit linear recording and
playback. Users can select from a range of sample rates and recording
times including the latest Roland Digital Audio Coding (RDAC) technology,
which uses less memory with virtually no loss of sound quality and offers
over 140 hours of recording time. For demanding applications up to 2,000
phrases can be stored on the AR-3000R.
Flexible control options
Example of IP control
Network option for AR-3000R
The AR-3000R is the industry leader in flexible control options. Phrases can
be played back using GPI control, RS-232C control, sophisticated internal
playlists and many other options. It can also be triggered using manual front
panel controls. There are also very useful phrase-based parameters like
phrase level, fade in time, crossfade looping and more. Free ARE editing
software makes it very easy to make playlists and import .WAV audio files.
The Industry Standard for extreme reliability
The AR series has set the industry standard for reliability for over 10 years.
The AR-200R/S use solid state media for recording and playback eliminating
failures due to mechanical movements found in CD and DVD players and
guaranteeing no long term sound degradation.
Easily integrate messages with external audio
External audio sources like FM broadcasts or CD playback can be
connected to inputs on the AR’s rear panel. The external audio will then be
ducked to a user selectable level when a message is played by the AR.
Multi-Channel Playback (AR-200R)
Using one AR-3000R as the master, multiple AR-200R units can be locked
together for sample-accurate playback of up to 64 tracks. The system can
also be synchronized to external show control using MTC or MMC.
High quality audio with long recording times
The AR-200R/S support 16 bit/ 48kHz/linear recording as well as RDAC
(Roland Digital Audio Coding) technology that offers very long recording
times with virtually no loss of sound quality. Over 70 hours of audio can be
recorded to the optional memory card.
Installable anywhere
The AR-200R/S can be powered by AC or 9-24V DC. The compact size,
rugged design, and power supply flexibility enables the installation of the
AR-200R/S in just about any application environment.
100% prevention of accidental Play/Stop (AR-200S)
The AR-200S has no control buttons on the front panel. This prevents
the accidental starting or stopping of audio phrase playback, allowing for
a 100% secure installation.
AR-Link system for Multi Channel Playback
AR-LINK
AR-LINK
Speakers
Audio Signal
Control Signal
Power Amp
Master
Controller
MIDI Control System
Speakers
Audio Signal
Control Signal
Power Amp
Master Controller (Timer)
MIDI Patcher
MIDI Sound Module Audio Mixer
Lighting
Controller
Light
NETWORK
Replacement of Audio files
Remote control of Play/Rec
Changing Setup
Checking Status
Applications
AR-link (Out/In) Digital in (Coaxial) RS-232C Control I/O terminais Line inputs Outputs
Audio
Output
Control/
DC Power
Inputs
Line Input GP Input MIDI
In/Out
AR Link
In/Out
MIDI Connector (Out/In)
Control/
DC Power
Inputs
RS-232C
Euroblock
Connector
GPI Input