This document summarizes various Roland digital live sound products including digital snakes, personal mixers, recording devices, and digital consoles. It provides configuration examples of complete live sound systems using combinations of these products, including standard and expanded setups for front-of-house mixing, monitoring, recording, broadcasting, and more. The examples show different input-output configurations and options for connecting the various products together over REAC networks.

1. Digital Snakes
Enjoy superior clear sound, great intelligibility with
minimal latency and the freedom to split or extend
your audio sources anywhere.
Bridging
The S-MADI REAC Bridge enables connectivity
b e t w e e n M A D I - e q u i p p e d d i g i t a l a u d i o
mixers/systems to any REAC-based devices.
Personal Mixers
The M-48 is the “next generation”
live personal mixer that offers
musicians the flexibly to control
exactly what they want to listen to
during their performances.
REAC Driver
The REAC driver enables users to
capture up to 40 audio channels from
a Digital Snake or V-Mixing System
directly into most ASIO-based DAWs
via Cat5e/6 cable.
Multi-channel Recording
Multi-channel recording and playback,
including virtual rehearsal is accomplished
with reliability and stability using the dedicated
R-1000 48-Track Recorder/Player.
R-1000
48-TRACK RECORDER/PLAYER
S-RDK
Roland REAC Driver
S-MADI
REAC MADI BRIDGE
M-48
LIVE PERSONAL MIXER
Digital Consoles
Boasting powerful mixing engines to support multiple channels, buses, EQ, effects,
dynamics processing and unprecedented digital patching, the V-Mixer lineup
represents a premium console choice. More than a digital mixing console; it is the
heart of a V-Mixing System ideal for any live event applications in corporate, church,
education or rental/staging environments.
your audio sources anywhere.your audio sources anywhere.

2. SC-W100S
40CH I/O MODULAR RACK
S-4000S-0832
8in/32out flagship I/O unit
40CH I/O MODULAR RACK
S-4000S-MR
Modular rack chassis with no preinstalled
In/Out modules
48-TRACK RECORDER/PLAYER
R-1000
Recording and virtual rehersal
REAC MADI BRIDGE
S-MADI
PERSONAL MIXER
M-48
S-4000R
Remote control of all input gain
adjustments, phantom power and
PAD settings
REMOTE
CONTROLLER
SC-A41S
SC-A41S multi-cables are convenient for
connection to the S-4000H, analog consoles,
and other equipment.
D-SUB/XLR Cable Set
XI SERIES M-5000 EXPANTION CARDS
SI-AD4
4-channel
Analog Input Module
SO-DA4
4-channel
Analog Output Module
SI-AES4
4-channel
Digital Input Module
SO-AES4
4-channel
Digital Output Module
S-4000M
REAC Merge Unit
S-4000D
Splitter & Power Distributor
W100S-R
100 meter Cat5e cable
on a reel for REAC signal
transmission
Crossover Ethernet cable
with Neutrik® Ethercon
connectors on both ends
REAC CABLE
(100m)
REAC CABLE (100m)
SC-W100S
REAC CABLE (20m)
SC-W20F
40CH I/O MODULAR RACK
S-4000S-3208LIVE MIXING CONSOLES
M-5000
M-480
32in/8out flagship I/O unit
40CH I/O MODULAR RACK
S-4000S-3208
32in/8out flagship I/O unit
8X32 FOH UNITS-4000H
No pre-amp model
Supports 44.1 / 48 kHz sampling rate
connected with V-Mixer.
S-240P
Redundant DC power to an S-4000S or
S-4000H
EXTERNAL POWER
SUPPLY UNIT
STAGE UNITS-1608
16in/8out I/O unit
FOH UNITS-0816
8in/16out I/O unit
8X8 I/O UNITS-0808
8in/8out compact digital snake
Eliminate the need for direct boxes by
using the TRS or Hi-Z inputs
Power options – REAC
Embedded Power and
External Battery enabling
a variety of setups
XI-SDI XI-SFP XI-WSGXI-DANTE XI-MADI XI-REACXI-DVI
M-300 M-200iM-300
Full Product Line Up

3. Three live recording options
All consoles support live multi-channel recording. Simply connect the R-1000 with Cat5e/6 cables to easily record (or playback) up to 48 channels
of 24 bit audio.
Uncompressed BWF file data is stored on a removable SSD or HDD where it can be edited later in the studio with a DAW of choice. By using Cakewalk
SONAR Producer software*, up to 40 channels can be recorded directly by simply connecting a single REAC cable to a PC. In addition, the built-in USB
memory recorder can record a stereo output signal from the console as an uncompressed WAV file. The USB memory recorder also supports WAV file
playback for convenient playback of music and announcements.
R-1000 48-Track Recorder/Player SONAR REAC Recording System Built-in USB Recorder/Player
* REAC driver kit is required to record using Cakewalk SONAR directly.

4. Support and management of multiple M-48 Live Personal MixersSupport and management of multiple M-48 Live Personal Mixers
For the performing musician wanting the best possible
sound quality and flexibility in their individual stage mix,
the M-48 Live Personal Mixer offers control over 40 audio
sources that can be easily managed in 16 assignable stereo
groups. Configurations are straightforward with the ability
to control, save and recall all connected M-48s from an
M-5000, M-480, or M-200i Live Mixing Console allowing
the FOH engineer to assist in setup and mixing.

5. Configuration Example - Standard M480 System (42x26)
This system supports typical mid-sized live event applications. Two S-1608 for I/O enable a total of 32 inputs and 16 outputs on the stage with 10 inputs and
10 outputs at the console.
S-1608 S-1608
M-480
REAC A REAC B
Stage
Front of House
42 Inputs : 32 Snake + 10 Console
26 Outputs : 16 Snake + 10 Console

6. Configuration Example - Expanded M-480 System (58x26)
This system supports a larger live event applications. An S-4000S-3208 and S-1608 for I/O enable a total of 48 inputs and 16 outputs on the stage with 10
inputs and 10 outputs at the console.
S-1608S-4000S-3208
M-480
REAC A REAC B
Stage
Front of House
58 Inputs : 48 Snake + 10 Console
26 Outputs : 16 Snake + 10 Console

7. Configuration Example - Standard M-480 System with Expanded Outputs (50x34)
S-4000S-3208 S-0816
M-480
REAC A REAC B
Stage
Front of House
50 Inputs : 40 Snake + 10 Console
34 Outputs : 24 Snake + 10 Console

8. Configuration Example - Live Monitoring System
Expanded system for mixing live stage. Flexible I/O setup is possible by using four S-0808s. Using four M-48 and M-480, the V-Mixing System can be used as
a monitoring system for any live application.
S-4000D
M-48M-48
M-48
M-48
S-0808 S-0808
S-0808
S-0808
S-4000M
Stage
M-480
REAC BREAC A
Front of House
Expanded system for mixing
live stage. Flexible I/O setup
is possible by using four
S-0808s. Using four M-48 and
M-480, the V-Mixing System can
be used as a monitoring
system for any live application.

9. Configuration Example - Audio Installation for Hall/Church
A setup of two S-0808s on the stage and an S-4000S on the side of the stage can support a variety of events. An M-480 at the FOH (front of house) position
connected to a PC can be remotely controlled through a wireless LAN using a tablet PC.
S-0808 S-0808
S-4000M
External Controller
Wireless Mic Receiver
S-1608
Stage
M-480
REAC B
REAC A
Recording Booth
S-4000S-3208 S-4000S-3208
USB
RS-232C
2 Ch Audio
8ch XLR
CD/DVD-Player
PC Control Software
(M-480 RCS)
Tablet PC
Touch Screen
Wireless
LAN
48 input channels must be selected from 106 physical
inputs via M-480 patchbay. *1 Wireless LAN equipment
and setup are required. *2 Using S-4000M patchbay, 40
input channels must be selected from 80 physical inputs.
A setup of two S-0808s on the
stage and an S-4000S on the side
of the stage can support a
variety of events. An M-480 at
the FOH (front of house) position
connected to a PC can be
remotely controlled through a
wireless LAN using a tablet PC.

10. Configuration Example - Cascade System
Cascade connection enables up to 96 mixing channels by connecting two M-480s via a single Cat5e/6 cable. Master console shares Main/AUX/Matrix/Solo
buses of Slave Console. A large format mixing system can be configured with minimum footprint.
M-480 Slave M-480 Master
S-4000S-3208 S-4000S-3208
Stage
Front of House

11. Configuration Example - Cascade System with other REAC components
96 channels of mixing with compatibility with over 20 other REAC components including digital snakes, personal mixing, multi-channel recording/playback
and MADI bridge.
S-1608
M-480 Slave M-480 Master
REAC A
R-1000
S-4000S-3208
S-4000M
S-4000D
S-0808
M-48
M-48
Stage
Front of House

12. Configuration Example - Standard M-480 System with Analog Breakout
This system supports mid-sized live event applications that also require an analog breakout ability for a recording or broadcast split.
S-1608 S-1608
S-0816
S-4000S-0040
M-480
S-4000D
REAC A REAC B SPLIT
Stage
Front of House Analog Breakout
42 Inputs : 32 Snake + 10 Console
26 Outputs : 16 Snake + 10 Console
Analog Split : 16 or 40 Outputs
OR

13. Configuration Example - Expanded M-480 System with Personal Mixing
This system supports large-sized live event applications. Connect as many M-48 Personal Mixers as dictated by the number of musicians. Two digital snakes
provide 48 stage inputs and 16 outputs with 10 ins and 10 outs at the console.
1
8
S-1608
S-4000D
M-48
M-48
M-48
M-48
M-48
M-48
M-48
M-48
M-480
S-4000S-3208
REAC BREAC A
Stage
Front of House
58 Inputs : 48 Snake + 10 Console
26 Outputs : 16 Snake + 10 Console
Personal Mixers : Up to 8 per S-4000D
(Connect multiple S-4000Ds
inline to enable more M-48s)

14. Configuration Example - M-480 System with M-380 Monitor/Broadcast Position
This is a standard setup that also includes a split to a monitor location that can in turn have additional inputs/outputs connected.
S-1608 S-1608
S-0816
S-4000S-0040
M-380M-480
S-4000D
REAC A REAC B
Stage
Front of House Monitor/Broadcast
42 Inputs : 32 Snake + 10 Console
26 Outputs : 16 Snake + 10 Console
Split : Monitor/Broadcast Position with
10 Console & 16 or 40 Snake Outputs
REAC A REAC B
OR

15. Configuration Example - Broadcasting System
Use the M-480 for mixing TV/radio broadcasts along with recording direct preamp splits via a parallel connection using the R-1000 and SONAR REAC
Recording System. Using the Roland S-MADI bridge, the sound is sent to an OB van using MADI format. The S-4000D enables easy splitting and distribution
of the audio.
S-4000D
S-MADI
MADI
S-0816
Stage Press Room Broadcast Van
M-480
REAC BREAC A
Recording Booth
S-4000S-3208
REAC
Split
R-1000
Multi Track Live Recording
Removable HDD or SDD
Production
(DAW of Choice)

16. Configuration Example - Multi-Channel Recording/Playback System
The R-1000 not only records multi-channel audio but can also play back 48 channels in combination with a V-Mixing System or other digital consoles using
MADI. This enables playing backing track and rehearsing/training without theband present. The SONAR REAC Recording System enables multi-channel
recording simultaneously.
S-1608
M-480
REAC Split
REAC A
REAC B
R-1000
S-4000S-3208
Up to 48 Tracks of
Recording and Playback
Stage
Front of House
PC With SONAR Producer
Recording

17. Configuration Example - Standard M-480 System with SONAR V-Studio 700 REAC Recording
This standard setup includes a split to a multi-channel recording ability with SONAR V-Studio - all possible via a single Cat5e/6 cable connected to the
network port on a PC.
S-1608 S-1608
VS-700C
PC With SONAR Producer
VS-700R
Optional
Word Clock I/O
Cable
USB
REAC A REAC B
Stage
Recording & Post-Production
M-480
S-4000D
42 Inputs : 32 Snake + 10 Console
26 Outputs : 16 Snake + 10 Console
Record Split : 40 Channels
Front of House