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ROLI Loop Block

Creator Manual

September 2016

Introduction

Hello creator, and welcome to the Creator Manual for the Lightpad Block. We think of the

people who buy and use ROLI’s products as creators more than customers. Our products

are designed to expand the bandwidth of creative expression and thereby empower people

as the creators they are. Everyone who buys and uses BLOCKS is investing in this vision of

creativity and therefore is also a co-creator of ROLI.

You may already be playing your BLOCKS and discovering its creative possibilities. This

comprehensive Creator Manual explains all of the details about your Lightpad Block to

ensure that you get the most out of it.

BLOCKS is a modular, digital music making platform which open new possibilities for

musical expression and is the world’s first truly mobile music studio. The individual Blocks

are user-configurable and connect to each other magnetically in countless ways to suite your

specific musical needs or style. There are currently 3 different Blocks to choose from: The

Lightpad Block, the Loop Block, and the Live Block.

On the next page we have included a short list of terms specific to BLOCKS. We will refer to

these terms throughout this Creator Manual.

Please note that this is a digital manual updated regularly to reflect software updates and

other improvements. Be sure to check for updates on noise.fm. This Manual is current up to

NOISE v1.1.57.

Support and Feedback

We want you to have the best experience possible with our products and would love to hear

your feedback. Should you have any questions, are experiencing any problems, or just want

to say hello, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

The easiest way to reach us is to send a support enquiry from: noise.fm or

www.support.roli.com. We will respond as quickly as possible.

Summary of content (13 pages)

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ROLI Loop Block Creator Manual September 2016 Introduction Hello creator, and welcome to the Creator Manual for the Lightpad Block. We think of the people who buy and use ROLI’s products as creators more than customers. Our products are designed to expand the bandwidth of creative expression and thereby empower people as the creators they are. Everyone who buys and uses BLOCKS is investing in this vision of creativity and therefore is also a co-creator of ROLI.
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Table of Contents Glossary of Selected Seaboard GRAND Terms 1. Getting Started 1.1. 1.2. 1.3. 1.4. 2. The Lightpad Block 2.1. 2.2. 2.3. 2.4. 2.5. 3. The Five Dimensions of Touch Playing Techniques Incorporating Other BLOCKS Examples of Different Configurations Care and Maintenance 4.1. 4.2. 5. Connections and Specifications Charging the Lightpad Block Connecting to the NOISE App The Lightpad Surface Make Music Now Playing the Lightpad Block 3.1. 3.2. 3.3. 3.4. 4.
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Glossary of selected BLOCKS terms BLOCKS: BLOCKS refers to the MIDI-over-Bluetooth enabled Lightpad Block, Live Block, and Loop Block coupled with the NOISE App. Together these components create a modular, digital music making platform which open new possibilities for musical expression through the use of 5D Touch. BLOCKS can be physically connected to each other magnetically in multiple configurations and and connect with the NOISE App wirelessly. BLOCKS is the world’s first truly mobile music studio .
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Lightpad Block: the 5D Touch sensitive 15 x 15 LED matrix made up of 225 individual cells covered with laser etched silicon which enable the input of 5D Touch performances. Live Block: the Control Block which features 10 buttons and enables performers to change octave, arpeggiated, play chords or individual notes, sustain notes, change scales, and adjust volume.
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Media: Picture of BLOCKS Connecting to NOISE 1. Getting started 1.1 What are BLOCKS BLOCKS is a modular, digital music making platform which opens new possibilities for musical expression through the use of 5D Touch. BLOCKS can be made up of one or more individual Blocks such as the Loop Block and Live Block and can be connected to each other magnetically in multiple configurations.
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1.4 Product Registration In order to fully unlock the potential of BLOCKS and the NOISE app, please register BLOCKS. BLOCKS can be registered either through the NOISE Application or by visiting www.noise.fm. Launch the NOISE app on your compatible iOS device. Upon launching the BLOCKS app for the first time, you will be asked to sign in or register with noise.fm. Registration on noise.fm makes it possible to store all of your NOISE app data such as presets, clips, projects, and songs in the cloud.
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2. The Lightpad Block 2.1 Connections and Specifications USB C Connector The Lightpad Block features a USB C connector for charging the device or for a MIDI-overUSB connection between BLOCKS and a computer. Please see chapter 2.2 for more information about charging the Lightpad Block and Chapter 4.2 for information about the battery. DNA Connectors There are 8 DNA connectors in pairs of two located on all four sides of the Lightpad Touch.
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2.2 Charging the Lightpad Block Using the included USB “C” cable, plug the Lightpad Block into any USB charger. Some USB chargers have a higher current rating such as an iPad charger (12W capacity as opposed to an iPhone charger which has 5W capacity). Both chargers will work, but the iPad charger will be much faster as it can provide higher wattage. The same applies for a host USB 2 port (2.5W) verses a USB 3 port (4.5) on a computer.
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2.4 The Lightpad Surface The Lightpad surface features a 15 x 15 LED matrix comprised of individual cells (225) and covered with laser etched silicone which enables users to input multidimensional or 5D Touch performances. The Lightpad Surface is made of silicone which is purposely engineered to withstand repetitive pressure inputs from fingers and hands while providing passive haptic feedback to the input gestures.
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3. Playing the Lightpad Block 3.1 Five Dimensional Touch or 5D Touch The Lightpad Block is a multidimensional instrument that lets you modulate sound through five dimensions of touch. NOISE is optimised to respond to these dimensions of touch. Through simple movements and gestures, you can shape sound easily and discover new modes of expression. The icons below depict the Five Dimensions of Touch on the Lightpad Block.
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3.2 Playing Techniques Media: Diagram or wireframe of hands doing gestures (vibrato, chromatic bend, glide bend, press) with descriptions under each illustration. (To be created) You can apply playing techniques associated with keyboard, string, and electronic instruments to the Seaboard GRAND. Playing techniques include: Strike and hold: Strike the Lightpad Surface and hold for a duration without adding any additional movement.
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3.3 Incorporating Other BLOCKS 3.4 Examples of Different Configurations 4. Care and Maintenance 4.1 Cleaning the Lightpad Block Basic care and attention will protect your Lightpad Block and help it stay in optimal condition. Keep it away from direct sunlight, sharp objects or edges,corrosive solvents, liquids, and especially oils - including greasy fingers after eating food. The lightpad surface is designed for finger and hand pressure/impact, but NOT for hard objects, such as drum sticks.
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shared work. Login to noise.fm to access the BLOCKS Creator Manuals and other helpful information. 5.2 ROLI Support Contact the ROLI support team directly on www.roli.com/support for any questions. You will receive an answer within 24 hours. Our support team is here to help you.