The V-4 requires adjustment whenever the cross fader is replaced or the stroke is adjusted.
Connect the PREVIEW OUT jack on the V-4 to a television monitor (Fig. 1).
Turn on the power to the V-4. A light comes on in the gap with the cross fader.
Press the MENU button. The Menu screen appears on the television monitor (Figs. 2).
* As you carry out the operation described below, view the television monitor connected to the PREVIEW OUT jack.
Press the [ ] or [ ] button to move the cursor to "Utility," then press the ENTER button.
Press the [ ] or [ ] button to select "Video Fader Calibrate A," then press the ENTER button.
* Move the control for the cross fader all the way to A, then press the ENTER button .
Press the [ ] or [ ] button to select "Video Fader Calibrate B," then press the ENTER button.
* Move the control for the cross fader all the way to B, then press the ENTER button.
Press the MENU button twice to quit the Menu screen.
* Adjustment similar to that just described is also required whenever the video fader is replaced.
You can adjust the cross fader to a stroke at any of four stages (10 mm, 23 mm, 35 mm, and 45 mm).
* If the cross fader is installed on the V-4 unit, detach it before you carry out the operation described below.
Move the control for the cross fader to its central position.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the stopper retainer screw (Fig. 1).
Move the stopper to any one of the four holes that you prefer (Fig. 2).The four stopper holes are stamped
"10," "23," "35," and "45." These indicate the stroke obtained when screwed to the respective hole. Use these
stamped indicators as a guide for positioning the stopper.
Secure the stopper in place using the stopper retainer screw you removed in step 2 (Fig. 3).
* Overtightening the screw may damage the cross fader. Roland assumes no responsibility for any accident or product
damage arising from installation operations.
* No Phillips screwdriver is included with this product.
* Never remove any screw other than the one specified.
(Fig. 1) PREVIEW OUT jack (Fig. 3) Video Fader Calibrate
(Fig. 2) MENU button, [ ] and [ ] buttons,
Switch off the power to the V-4.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws at the four corners of the video fader (Fig. 1).
Turn the video fader upside-down and detach the cable connecting the V-4 to the video fader.
The cable is held in place by a hook on the video fader. Detach the cable from the hook (Fig. 2), then
disconnect the connector on the video fader (Fig. 2).
* When reinstalling the video fader, orient the connector as shown in the figure and insert it. After attaching the connector,
secure the cable in place on the hook.
* Portions of the connector for the video fader are sharp. When unplugging or inserting the connector, be careful not to get
Orient the connector as shown in the figure and insert it into the cross fader (Fig. 4).
* Never use excessive force to insert the connector. If it won't go in properly, pull it out and try again.
Attach the cross fader using the screws you removed in step 2 (Fig. 5).
* Orient the cross fader by aligning the triangle printed on the cross fader with the triangle printed on the V-4 (Fig. 6).
* After you have completed the installation procedure, check again to make sure the device is installed correctly.
* When the installation is finished, carry out the procedure described in "Adjusting the V-4" below.
* Overtightening the screws may damage the unit's case. Roland assumes no responsibility for any accident or product
damage arising from installation operations.
* No Phillips screwdriver is included with this product.
* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject tochange without
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Installing the Cross Fader
When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor
in your country as shown below.
As of August 20, 2004 (EDIROL-2)
Room 5, 9fl. No. 112 Chung Shan
N.Road Sec.2, Taipei, TAIWAN,
Roland Shanghai Electronics Co.,Ltd.
5F. No.1500 Pingliang Road
Roland Shanghai Electronics Co.,Ltd.
Chaoyang District, Beijing 100011
Roland Shanghai Electronics Co.,Ltd.
2/F., No.30 Si You Nan Er Jie Yi
Xiang, Wu Yang Xin Cheng,
Nordhavnsvej 7, Postbox 880,
FIN-01510 Vantaa, FINLAND
Oststrasse 96, 22844 Norderstedt,
Warehouse Area ‘DEPO’ Pf.83
H-2046 Torokbalint, HUNGARY
Parque Industrial San Jose
Cotia - Sao Paulo - SP, BRAZIL
email : sales@rolandaudio.com
A-6020 Innsbruck, AUSTRIA
Roland Central Europe N.V.
Houtstraat 3, B-2260, Oevel
G2 Calmount Park, Calmount
20020 Arese, Milano, ITALY
Lilleakerveien 2 Postboks 95
Cais das Pedras, 8/9-1 Dto
4050-465, Porto, PORTUGAL
535500 Gheorgheni, ROMANIA
3-Bogatyrskaya Str. 1.k.l
Paseo García Faria, 33-35
295400 Munkachevo, UKRAINE
425 Sequoia Drive, Suite 114
Studio 3.4 114 Power Road
http://www.edirol.com/europe
• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instruc-
tions below, and the Owner’s Manual.
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• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on
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• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on
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• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts
within it (except when this manual provides specific
instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing
to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or
an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the
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• Protect the unit from strong impact.
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• Before installing the cross fader unit, you must first
always turn off the V-4 and unplug its power cord.
• Never use or store the unit in places that are:
• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an
enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-gener-
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration.
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• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material,
coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks,
etc.) to penetrate the unit.
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• In households with small children, an adult should
provide supervision until the child is capable of
following all the rules essential for the safe operation of
• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the
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• Should you remove screw, keep them in a safe place
out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them
being swallowed accidentally.
• If the unit could become a hazard if it moves, all caster
wheels should be removed once the unit has been
placed at the place of installation, or has been loaded
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In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” , please read and observe the following:
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices
that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or
otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat
can deform or discolor the unit..
• When moved from one location to another where the temper-
ature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets
(condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or
malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this
condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it
to stand for several hours, until the condensation has
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or
one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove
stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-
abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit
thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind,
to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
• The subsequent performance of the unit cannot be assured
after the user has subjected the cross fader to any form of
disassembly or modification.
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit's sliders
and other controls. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
• When connecting or disconnecting any cable, grasp the
connector itself---never pull on the cable. That way, you will
avoid causing shorts or damage to the cable's internal
• Dispose of the packing carton and padding for this device in
accordance with your local standards for sorting refuse.
• The cross fader is a consumable item. Replacement is possible
only in the event of initial failure due to a manufacturing
• Exercise caution to prevent injury to the hands around the
openings through which installations are performed, and on
the edges of circuit boards.
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used
The ●symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-
cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions
or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the
triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for
general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never
be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that
must not be done is indicated by the design contained
within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it
means that the unit must never be disassembled.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: ‘’USING THE UNIT SAFELY’’ and ‘’IMPORTANT NOTES’’ .
These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel
assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s Manual should be read
in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
V-4 Cross Fader Owner's Manual
