Welcome to U RECORD – the quickest and easiest way to transfer your vinyl records to your
computer. Once you record your vinyl, you can burn music CDs or even load your favorite
records onto portable media players!
The U RECORD system consists of the USB Recorder device and accompanying software for
your computer. If you are a beginner user and are looking for the quickest way to record your
vinyl, you may wish to use our EZ Vinyl Converter (PC) or EZ Audio Converter (Mac) software.
These applications are extremely easy to use and we have included a handy manual (see the
EZ Vinyl/Tape Converter Software Guide) to guide you through all the necessary steps.
Please read this manual for information about the USB Recorder and how to connect it to your
record player and computer. Once you become familiar with the connection procedure and the
features of the device, insert the included CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive and install
the software application which best suits you. Refer to the software manuals included on the
CD for information on software operation. We sincerely hope that you enjoy this great product!
BOX CONTENTS
Please make sure that the following items were included in the box. Before using this
product, read the Safety and Warranty Information.
• USB Recorder
• USB Cable
• Software CD
• U RECORD Quickstart Manual
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CONNECTION DIAGRAM AND TOP PANEL FEATURES
Please refer to the following list of features:
1.STEREO RCA INPUT –
Connect your record player
to this stereo RCA input.
2.GROUND CONNECTOR – If
your record player features a
grounding wire, please
connect it to this terminal by
loosening the terminal,
inserting your record player’s
grounding wire and then
tightening to secure the
grounding wire to the
terminal. If your record
player has a grounding wire
but it is not connected to the
grounding terminal when
using this product, you may
experience a “buzzing” or
“humming” effect!
Tip: Most old record players will
have a grounding wire which
needs to be connected to the
grounding terminal. Some new
record players have the
grounding wire built into the RCA
connection and, therefore,
nothing needs to be connected to
the grounding terminal.
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3. PHONO | LINE SWITCH – This switch should be set depending on the audio signal being
output from your record player. Most old record players output a weak audio signal, known
as a Phono-level signal, which needs to be amplified in order to be heard. In this case, the
switch should be set to ‘PHONO’. Some modern record players have the ability to output a
louder signal, also known as a Line-level signal. In this case, the switch should be set to
‘LINE’.
Tip: If the audio level is very low when you play your vinyl, it is possible that you are using a Phono-level
record player but have incorrectly set the switch to “LINE” – if this is the case, flip the switch to “PHONO”.
On the other hand, if the audio from your record player sounds extremely loud, distorted and unpleasant, it
is possible that you are using a Line-level record player but have incorrectly set the switch to “PHONO” – if
this is the case, flip the switch to “LINE”.
4.RECORDING LEVEL KNOB – This knob can be used to adjust the volume of the recording.
As you record your vinyl, be careful about recording too loud or “hot” of a signal – this may
result in unpleasant distortion in your recordings. Use this knob to adjust the volume so the
audio level meters in the recording application never hit the red.
Tip: Many songs have quiet introductions which may often be misleading when trying to determine the
optimal recording level. For example, you may have set the recording level so the level meters in the
software never hit the red during the introduction of a song. However, when a loud part of the song begins
playing, the meters start hitting the red and “clipping” the audio signal, resulting in distorted audio. We
recommend that, before you begin the actual recording, you find a loud moment in the music and adjust the
recording level so the meters never go into the red. This will ensure that your entire recording will sound
crisp and clear, without distorting.
5.USB CONNECTION – This is the connection to your computer. Use the included USB cable
to connect this port to an available USB port on your computer. The square side of the cable
should be connected to the USB Recorder, while the flat side of the cable should be
connected to your computer. The USB Recorder is a plug-and-play device so there are no
special drivers or software needed – it should be ready to use as soon as it is plugged into
your computer.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Try an amplifier with an ungrounded plug.
Try an amplifier with a “Ground Lift” switch, and
engage that switch.
Try a “Direct Box” (or “Direct Injection” box) with
ground lift switches between your computer’s
audio output and the amp.
Try plugging your laptop into a different power
outlet.
Run the laptop on batteries (not viable for long
periods of time).
Use a 3-to-2 prong adapter for your laptop’s power
supply so that the laptop ground is not connected
to the mains outlet. Contact your computer
manufacturer for any safety concerns before doing
this.
Plug your laptop into a power outlet which has a
separate ground (like an Earth ground) from the
other audio devices.
If using a Line-level record player, please ensure
that the Phono | Line switch is set to ‘Line’ to
prevent the audio from distorting.
Turn down the Recording Level knob.
In Windows 7, go to Start Menu Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound. Click
the Recording tab. Click Properties in the lower
right-hand corner. Click the Levels tab and set the
slider to "4."
I am experiencing a hum or
high-pitched tone when
recording and listening to my
vinyl on my laptop computer.
The audio from the record
player is too loud and distorted.
Certain models of laptop
computers generate
large amounts of ground
noise. This noise can
leak into your USB audio
device and cause noise
in the audio outputs.
The Phono | Line switch
is set incorrectly.
The Recording Level is
set too high.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
The audio from the record
player is barely audible.
I do not hear any audio when I
play music from my record
player.
On Windows Vista, my
recordings are mono instead of
stereo.
The Phono | Line switch
is set incorrectly.
The Recording Level is
set too low.
The USB Recorder is not
connected to your
computer.
Bad USB computer port.
Bad USB cable. Try using a different USB cable.
Problem is caused by
use of a USB hub.
Recording input
properties in Vista not
set to “stereo”.
If using a Phono-level record player, please ensure
that the Phono | Line switch is set to ‘Phono’.
Turn up the Recording Level knob.
Use the included USB cable to connect the USB
Recorder to your computer’s USB port.
Try connecting the USB Recorder to an alternate
USB port.
Some hubs do not provide sufficient power to
properly power the Express DJ Audio Interface. If
you experience problems when using a hub,
unplug the hub and then connect the audio
interface directly to your computer’s USB port.
In Vista, you may need to manually specify
“stereo” for the recording input.
Go to Start Control Panel Sound (in Classic
View). Then, click on the Recording tab and
highlight the Microphone input (USB Audio
Codec). Click on Properties to bring up the input
settings. Next, click on the Advanced tab and
select “2 channel, 16 bit, 44100 Hz (CD quality)” in
the Default Format pull-down menu. Lastly, click
Apply to accept the settings.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Refer to the following list of frequently asked questions for additional information.
Question: What operating systems is the USB Recorder compatible with?
Answer: The hardware USB Recorder is compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7, and Mac OS X. The EZ Vinyl
Question: Do I need to install any drivers or special software for the USB Recorder?
Answer: The USB Recorder is class-compliant and is ready to use as soon as it is plugged into your computer’s
Question: Do I need an adapter to power the USB Recorder?
Answer: No, the USB Recorder is powered through the USB connection.
Question: Can I record audio from other devices, such as tape, CD or media players?
Answer: Sure! You can record audio from virtually any source. Simply use the correct cable to connect your device
Question: Can I use other third-party software packages with the USB Recorder?
Answer: We highly recommend that you use the software included on the CD to record your music. However, you
Converter software is compatible with Windows XP and Vista. The EZ Audio Converter software is
compatible with Mac OS X.
USB port. However, you do need to install either of the supplied audio software applications to take
advantage of audio recording.
to the RCA inputs of the USB Recorder. In most cases, you will need to set the Phono | Line switch to
Line.
can use the USB Recorder with almost all applications which allow you to record audio from an external
input. In most software applications, the USB Recorder will be labeled as “USB Audio Codec”. For further
information, please consult the software’s documentation.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Visit the Ion Audio website (www.ionaudio.com) regularly for additional information, news and
updates.
www.ionaudio.com/urecord
www.ionaudio.com/ezvc
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INTRODUCCIÓN
Bienvenido a U RECORD – la manera más rápida y fácil de transferir sus grabaciones en vinilo a su
computadora. Una vez que graba su vinilo, puede quemar CD de música o incluso cargar sus grabaciones
favoritas en reproductores de medios portátiles
El sistema U RECORD consiste en un dispositivo grabador USB (USB Recorder) y el software asociado para
su computadora. Si usted es un usuario principiante y busca la manera más rápida de grabar su vinilo, es
conveniente que use nuestro software EZ Vinyl Converter (PC) o EZ Audio Converter (Mac). Estas
aplicaciones son muy fáciles de usar y hemos incluido un práctico manual (vea la Guía del Software EZ
Vinyl/Tape Converter) para que lo guíe a lo largo de todos los pasos necesarios.
Lea esta manual para obtener información acerca del grabador USB y de cómo conectarlo a su reproductor de
discos y su computadora. Una vez que se familiarice con el procedimiento de conexión y las características
del dispositivo, inserte el CD incluido en la unidad de CD-ROM e instale la aplicación de software que mejor se
adapte a su estilo. Consulte la información sobre la operación del software en los manuales de software
incluidos en el CD. ¡Esperamos sinceramente que disfrute este gran producto!
CONTENIDO DE LA CAJA
Verifique que la caja contenga los siguientes elementos: Antes de usar este producto, lea la Información
sobre la seguridad y la garantía.
• Grabador USB
• Cable USB
• CD de software
• Manual de inicio rápido de U RECORD
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DIAGRAMA DE CONEXIÓN Y CARACTERÍSTICAS DEL
PANEL SUPERIOR
Consulte la lista de características siguiente:
1. ENTRADA RCA ESTÉREO
– Conecte su reproductor
de discos a esta entrada
RCA estéreo.
2.CONECTOR DE TIERRA –
Si su reproductor de discos
tiene un cable de conexión
a tierra, conéctelo a este
terminal aflojándolo,
insertando el cable y
apretándolo nuevamente
para sujetarlo al terminal. Si
su reproductor de discos
tiene un cable de conexión
a tierra pero no se conecta
al terminal de tierra cuando
se usa este producto,
puede experimentar un
efecto de "zumbido".
Consejo: La mayoría de los
reproductores de discos
antiguos tienen un cable de
conexión a tierra que debe
conectarse al terminal de tierra.
Algunos reproductores
modernos tienen el cable de
conexión a tierra incorporado a
la conexión RCA y, por lo tanto,
no es necesario conectar nada
al terminal de tierra.
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3. CONMUTADOR FONO | LÍINEA – Este conmutador debe colocarse en la posición que
corresponda a la señal de audio que sale del reproductor de discos. La mayoría de los
reproductores de discos antiguos entregan una señal de audio débil, conocida como señal de nivel
fonográfico o “fono”, que debe amplificarse para poder ser oída. En este caso, el conmutador se
debe colocar en ‘PHONO’. Algunos reproductores de discos modernos tienen capacidad para
producir una señal más intensa, conocida como señal de nivel de línea. En este caso, el
conmutador se debe colocar en ‘LINE’.
Consejo: Si el nivel del audio es muy bajo cuando reproduce su vinilo, es posible que esté usando un reproductor de
nivel fonográfico pero colocó incorrectamente el conmutador en “LINE” – si éste es el caso, cambie el conmutador a
“PHONO”. En cambio, si el audio de su reproductor de discos suena extremadamente alto, distorsionado y
desagradable, es posible que el reproductor que está usando sea de nivel de línea y que colocó incorrectamente el
conmutador en “PHONO” – si éste es el caso, cambie el conmutador a “LINE”.
4.PERILLA DE NIVEL DE GRABACIÓN – Esta perilla se puede usar para ajustar el volumen de la
grabación. Cuando grabe su vinilo, tenga cuidado de no grabar una señal demasiado alta o
"caliente" —el resultado puede ser una desagradable distorsión en sus grabaciones. Use esta
perilla para ajustar el volumen de modo que los medidores de nivel de audio de la aplicación de
grabación no lleguen nunca a la zona roja.
Consejo: Algunos temas tienen introducciones de bajo volumen que con frecuencia pueden ser engañosas cuando
se trata de determinar el nivel de grabación óptimo. Por ejemplo, usted puede haber ajustado el nivel de grabación
de modo que los medidores del software nunca lleguen al rojo durante la introducción del tema. Sin embargo,
cuando comienza a reproducirse una parte de alto volumen del mismo, los medidores llegan a la zona roja y
"recortan" la señal de audio, produciendo un sonido distorsionado. Recomendamos que, antes de comenzar la
grabación propiamente dicho, busque un momento de alto volumen de la música y ajuste el nivel de grabación de
modo que los medidores nunca lleguen al rojo. De esta forma se asegura de que toda la grabación sonará nítida y
clara, sin distorsión.
5.CONEXIÓN USB – Es la conexión a su computadora. Use el cable USB incluido para conectar
este puerto a un puerto USB disponible en la computadora. El lado cuadrado del cable debe
conectarse al grabador USB, mientras que el lado plano del mismo debe conectarse a la
computadora. El grabador USB es un dispositivo “plug-and-play”, de modo que no necesita drivers
o software especiales —debe estar listo para usar tan pronto se enchufa a la computadora.
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SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS
PROBLEMA CAUSA SOLUCIÓN
Use un amplificador con un enchufe no conectado a
tierra.
Use un amplificador con interruptor de “levantamiento de
la tierra” y conecte ese interruptor.
Use una “caja directa” (o caja de “inyección directa) con
interruptores de levantamiento de la tierra entre el
dispositivo de audio de la computadora y el amplificador.
Pruebe enchufando su computadora portátil a un
tomacorriente diferente.
Haga funcionar la computadora con baterías (no viable
para largos periodos).
Use un adaptador de 3 a 2 patas para la fuente de
alimentación de su computadora portátil, a fin de que la
conexión a tierra de la computadora no esté conectada al
tomacorriente de la red. Antes de hacerlo, comuníquese
con el fabricante de su computadora para aclarar
cualquier inquietud relativa a la seguridad.
Enchufe su computadora portátil a un tomacorriente que
tenga una conexión a tierra independiente de los demás
dispositivos de audio.
Experimento un zumbido
o tono muy agudo
cuando grabo y escucho
mi vinilo en mi
computadora portátil
(laptop).
Ciertos modelos de
computadoras portátiles
generan una gran
cantidad de ruido. Este
ruido puede entrar en su
dispositivo de audio del
USB y causar ruido en
las salidas de audio.
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