Owner’s Manual
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the UA-1EX USB Audio Interface.
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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 4). 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.
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Copyright © 2005 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.
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• Before using this unit, make sure to read
the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.
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• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.
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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 “Information” page.
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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.
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 powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
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• 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 heatgenerating equipment); or are
•Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are
•Humid; or are
•Exposed to rain; or are
•Dusty; or are
•Subject to high levels of vibration.
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• Make sure you always have the unit placed
so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble,
or on inclined surfaces.
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•This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at
a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.
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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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• Immediately disconnect the USB cable, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:
•If smoke or unusual odor occurs
•Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or
•The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or
•The unit does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
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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 the unit.
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•Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)
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•DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system components may
result.
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• Try to prevent cords and cables from
becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of
the reach of children.
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•Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.
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• Disconnect all cords coming from external devices before moving the unit.
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In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 3, please read and observe the following:
Placement
•Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.
•This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
•Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.
•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 temperature 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 completely evaporated.
Maintenance
•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.
Additional Precautions
•Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
•When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.
•To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night).
•When you need to transport the unit, package it in the case that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
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•Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.
•Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.
Handling CD-ROMs
•Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner.
*Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
*The screen shots in this document are used in compliance with the guidelines of the Microsoft Corporation.
*Windows® is known officially as: “Microsoft® Windows® operating system.”
*Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
*Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
*All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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Contents of the Package................................................................................... |
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Names of Things and What They Do ............................................................. |
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows).................................. |
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About the Driver Modes ........................................................................................................... |
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Installing the Driver ................................................................................................................... |
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Windows XP/2000 users .............................................................................................................................. |
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Windows Me/98 users.................................................................................................................................. |
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Driver Settings ............................................................................................................................ |
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About the input and output devices ........................................................................................................... |
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Input/output device setting......................................................................................................................... |
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Sequencer software settings ......................................................................................................................... |
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Checking that you hear sound ..................................................................................................................... |
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Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh)................................ |
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About the Driver Modes ............................................................................................................................... |
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Mac OS X Users .......................................................................................................................... |
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Installing the driver ....................................................................................................................................... |
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Input/output device settings ....................................................................................................................... |
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Mac OS 9 Users ........................................................................................................................... |
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Installing the UA-1EX driver........................................................................................................................ |
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Installing the ASIO driver ............................................................................................................................ |
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Checking that you hear sound ..................................................................................................................... |
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Basic use .......................................................................................................... |
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Listening to Sound from Your Computer............................................................................... |
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Recording a Cassette Tape or LP into Your Computer......................................................... |
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Recording Sound from Your Computer onto MD or DAT .................................................. |
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Recording the Digital Output from a CD/MD/DAT into Your Computer ...................... |
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Recording a Mic.......................................................................................................................... |
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Adjusting the Audio Latency ................................................................................................... |
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Decreasing the ASIO Buffer Size (Windows)......................................................................... |
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Using ASIO Direct Monitor (Windows/Mac OS 9) .............................................................. |
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Appendices ...................................................................................................... |
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Installing the OS-Standard Driver |
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Windows XP/2000 users .............................................................................................................................. |
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Windows Me users ........................................................................................................................................ |
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Windows 98 users.......................................................................................................................................... |
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Input/output device setting......................................................................................................................... |
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Mac OS X users............................................................................................................................................... |
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Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. |
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UA-1EX Block Diagram ................................................................................... |
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Main Specifications ......................................................................................... |
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Index ................................................................................................................. |
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The UA-1EX includes the following items. When you open the package, first make sure that all items are included. If any are missing, contact the dealer where you purchased the UA1EX.
USB Audio Interface UA-1EX
CD-ROM
This contains drivers for using the UA-1EX in Advanced mode.
*Be careful not to touch or scratch the recorded surface (unprinted surface) of the disc. Doing so may render the disc unreadable. If the disc gets dirty, use a commercially available CD cleaner to clean it.
*Do not play back the CD-ROM in a conventional audio CD player. Doing so may produce
high-volume sound that can damage your hearing and/or speakers.
Owner’s Manual
This is the manual you are reading. Please keep it on hand for reference.
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■ You’ll need to provide the following items
An external amp, speakers, headphones, microphone, and MD or DAT recorder are not included.
The external amp, speakers, or headphones you’ll need in order to hear the sound that is output by the UA-1EX are not included. Also not included are a microphone or an MD or DAT recorder, which you’ll need in order to input sound to the UA-1EX. You will need to provide these items separately.
Audio cables for line input/output and digital input/output cables are not included.
The cables you will need to connect the UA-1EX to your audio equipment are not included. You will need to provide these separately.
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1 USB cable
Connect this to your computer so that audio signals can be transferred.
2 USB Indicator
After the UA-1EX is connected to your computer and your computer has recognized the UA-1EX, this indicator will light.
3 Mic input jack (plug-in powered mic)
Connect a miniature condenser microphone that is designed for connection to a computer or other device that will supply power to the microphone. This jack provides a 3.3 V power supply.
Use the Input volume 9 to adjust the volume.
* You must use a monaural microphone that is designed for plug-in power.
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*The volume of the audio output from these jacks cannot be adjusted on the UA-1EX itself. Volume adjustments must be made on the audio device to which the UA-1EX is connected.
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7 Output indicator
This will light when an audio signal (sound) is being output from the line output jacks 6 or the headphone jack 11 .
8 ADVANCED (mode select) switch
This switches the driver mode. Normally, you should leave this ON.
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specific to your operating system. |
* If you change this setting, you must disconnect the UA-1EX from the computer and then reconnect it.
9 Input volume
This adjusts the volume of the audio signal (sound) that is being input to the mic input jack 3 and line input jacks 4 .
10 Digital input connector (optical)
Connect this when you want to input digital audio from an audio device such as a CD/MD/DAT. Use an optical digital cable for connection.
11 Digital output connector (optical) / Headphone jack
The same jacks serves as both the headphone jack and digital output connector.
•You can connect an optical cable here, and output an audio signal in digital form to an MD recorder or other digital audio device.
•You can connect headphones here. Even if headphones are connected, sound will still be output from the Line output jacks 6
Optical
These are digital input/output jacks for connecting optical cables. Digital input/output jacks for connecting coaxial cables are labeled Coaxial.
12 Headphones volume
This adjusts the volume that is output from the Headphone jack 11 .
* You can’t adjust the volume that is output from the digital output connector and line output jacks.
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13 Setting select switches
These are miniature switches that you can slide up or down to make various settings.
●Sampling frequency select switch
A B
This selects the sampling frequency for recording/playing audio data.
* If you’ve changed the sampling frequency, disconnect the UA-1EX, and then reconnect it.
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Switch A set to the lower position |
Record/play at 44.1 kHz |
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32kHz |
Switch A set to the lower position |
Record/play at 32 kHz |
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48kHz |
Switch A set to the upper position |
Record/play at 48 kHz |
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96kHz |
Switch A set to the upper position |
Record or play at 96 kHz |
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If the sampling frequency is set to 96 kHz, you can either record or play back (not both). Set this switch to choose either recording or playback.
* If you’ve changed setting, disconnect the UA-1EX, and then reconnect it.
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Playback is selected. |
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Recording is selected. |
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This selects whether or not the audio signals that are input through the mic input jack 3 , digital input connector 10 , and Line input jacks 4 will be output to the headphone jack 11 and Line output jacks 6 .
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*If the recording source select switch is set to DIGITAL, input monitoring will always be ON regardless of the setting of this switch.
●Recording source select switch
This selects the input signal that will be sent via USB to your computer as the recording source.
ANALOG Switch set to the lower position
The analog audio signal from the mic input jack or line input jacks will be sent to your computer.
The sound from the digital input connector will be sent to the computer.
* If the DIGITAL position is selected, and no input DIGITAL Switch set to the upper position signal is being sent to the digital input connector, the
audio signal (sound) being output from the computer via USB will pass through the UA-1EX and then return to the computer.
*If the recording source select switch is set to DIGITAL and a digital signal is being input to the Digital input connector, audio data from the computer cannot be played back.
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What is a driver?
A “driver” is software that transfers data between the UA-1EX and application software running on your computer, when your computer and the UA-1EX are connected. The driver sends data from your application to the UA-1EX, and from the UA-1EX to your application.
About the driver modes
The UA-1EX has two operating modes, Advanced mode and Standard driver mode, and a different driver is used by each mode.
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computer at a resolution of 16/24 bits and sampling frequencies of 32/44.1/48/96 kHz. |
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The installation procedure will differ depending on your system.
Please proceed to one of the following sections, depending on the system you use.
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Steps to be performed on the UA-1EX itself are marked by a Operation of the UA-1EX |
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1.With the UA-1EX left unconnected, start up Windows.
Do not connect the UA-1EX to the computer until you reach Step 13 (p. 17).
*Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).
*Log onto Windows using a user name that has administrative privileges (such as Administrator).
2.Open the System Properties dialog box.
Windows XP users
1. Click the Windows start menu, and from the menu, select Control Panel.
2. In “Pick a category,” click “Performance and Maintenance.” 3. In “or pick a Control Panel icon,” click the System icon.
Depending on your setup, the System icon may appear directly in the Control Panel (Classic view). If so, double-click the System icon.
Windows 2000 users
1. Click the Windows Start menu, and from the menu that appears, select Settings | Control Panel.
2. In Control Panel, double-click the System icon.
3.Click the Hardware tab, then click [Driver Signing]. The Driver Signing Options dialog box will open.
4.In the Driver Signing Options dialog box, select “Ignore,” then click [OK].
If the current setting is “Warn” or “Block,” change this to “Ignore.” Then, when you’ve finished installing the driver, change it back to the original setting.
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5.Click [OK] to close the System Properties dialog box.
6.Exit all currently running software (applications).
Also close any currently open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar software, you must exit all of these programs as well.
7.Prepare the CD-ROM.
Insert the CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
If the message “Windows can perform the same action each time you insert a disk or connect a device with this kind of file” appears, [Cancel].
8.From the Windows start menu, choose Run....
The “Run...” dialog box will appear.
9.In the Open field of the Run dialog box, type the following and click [OK].
D: \Driver\XP2k\setup.exe
*The drive name is “D:” in the example shown here, but may be different on your system. Use the drive name for your CD-ROM drive.
10.The Driver Setup dialog box will appear. Click [Next].
11.To begin the installation, click [Next] once again. Installation will begin.
Windows XP users
If “Driver Signing Options” in step 4 is set to anything other than “Ignore,” a dialog box with an “!” or “x” symbol will appear. If a [Continue Anyway] button is displayed, click [Continue Anyway] to proceed with the installation. If you are unable to continue, click [OK] and repeat the driver installation from step 1.
Windows 2000 users
If “Driver Signing Options” in step 4 is set to anything other than “Ignore,” a dialog box indicating “Digital Signature Not Found” will appear. If a [Yes] button is displayed, click [Yes] to proceed with the installation. If you are unable to continue, click [OK] and repeat the driver installation from step 1.
The “Setup is now ready to install the drivers” dialog box will appear.
12. Operation of the UA-1EX Set the UA-1EX’s ADVANCED (mode select) switch to ON.
* The driver cannot be installed by means of the following procedure if the switch is set to OFF.
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13. Operation of the UA-1EX Connect the UA-1EX to your computer.
A message of “Found New Hardware” will appear. Please wait.
*This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after connecting the UA1EX is required before the unit will operate normally.
Windows XP users
1.The Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box will appear.
If the message “Connect to Windows Update to search for software?” appears, choose “No” and then click [Next].
2.Make sure that “EDIROL UA-1EX” is indicated. Then, choose “Install the software automatically (Recommended)” and click [Next].
If “Driver Signing Options” in step 4 is set to anything other than “Ignore,” a dialog box with an “!” symbol will appear. Click [Continue Anyway] to proceed with the installation.
Windows 2000 users
If “Driver Signing Options” in step 4 is set to anything other than “Ignore,” a dialog box indicating “Digital Signature Not Found” will appear. Click [Yes] to proceed with the installation.
14.The Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box will appear. Click [Finish].
15.In the Driver Setup dialog box, click [Close].
This completes driver installation.
If the Change System Settings dialog box appears, click [Yes]. Windows will restart automatically.
*If you changed the “Driver Signing Options” setting in step 4, restore the original settings after Windows has restarted.
Next, in order to ensure that audio processing occurs smoothly, you need to make settings so that Background Services is given priority.
( “Giving priority to Background Services” (p. 18))
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■ Giving priority to Background Services
If you don’t make this setting, you may experience problems such as clicks or pops in the sound. To ensure that audio data is handled smoothly, proceed as follows to make this setting.
Windows XP users
1.Open the System Properties dialog box.
1.From the Windows start menu, choose Control Panel.
2.In “Pick a category,” click “Performance and Maintenance.”
3.In “or Pick a Control Panel icon,” click the System icon.
Depending on your setup, the System icon may appear directly in the Control Panel (Classic view). If so, double-click the System icon.
2.Click the Advanced tab.
3.In the right side of the Performance area, click [Settings]. The Performance Options dialog box will open.
4.Click the Advanced tab.
5.In the Processor Scheduling area, choose “Background services,” and click [OK].
6.In the System Properties dialog box, click [OK]. The System Properties dialog box will close.
Next, you’ll make the driver settings. ( “Driver Settings” (p. 21))
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Windows 2000 users
1.Click the Windows Start menu, and from the menu that appears, select Settings | Control Panel.
2.In Control Panel, double-click the System icon.
3.Click the Advanced tab.
4.Click [Performance Options].
The Performance Options dialog box will appear.
5.Choose “Background services” and click [OK].
6.Click [OK] to close the System Properties dialog box. The System Properties dialog box will close.
Next, you’ll make the driver settings. ( “Driver Settings” (p. 21))
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1.With the UA-1EX left unconnected, start up Windows.
Do not connect the UA-1EX to the computer until you reach Step 9.
2.Exit all currently running software.
Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well.
3.Prepare the CD-ROM.
Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
4.Click the Windows Start menu. From the menu that appears, select Run....
The “Run...” dialog box will appear.
5.In the dialog box that appears, input the following into the “Open” field, and click [OK].
D: \Driver\Me98\setup.exe
*The drive name is “D:” in the example shown here, but may be different on your system. Use the drive name for your CD-ROM drive.
6.The Driver Setup dialog box will appear. Click [Next].
7.To begin the installation, click [Next] once again. Installation will begin. The “Setup is now ready to install the drivers” dialog box will appear.
8.Operation of the UA-1EX Set the UA-1EX’s ADVANCED (mode select) switch to the ON position.
* The driver cannot be installed by means of the following procedure if the switch is set to OFF.
9.Operation of the UA-1EX Connect the UA-1EX to your computer.
A message of “Found New Hardware” will appear. Please wait.
*This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after connecting the UA1EX is required before the unit will operate normally.
10.In the Driver Setup dialog box, click [Close].
Next, you’ll make the driver settings. ( “Driver Settings” (p. 21))
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In order to get the best performance from the software you are using, you must choose the correct device settings.
Output device
EDIROL UA-1EX
This sends the audio signal from the computer to the UA-1EX. This is what you will normally use, for example when using the UA-1EX with an sequencer software such as Media Player. You will also use this when using an sequencer software such as SONAR in WDM driver mode, or when using a DirectSound software.
Input device
EDIROL UA-1EX
This receives the audio signal that is sent from the UA-1EX itself to the computer. This is what you will normally use, for example when using the UA-1EX with an sequencer software such as Media Player. You will also use this when using an sequencer software such as SONAR in WDM driver mode.
ASIO device
EDIROL UA-1EX
Use this if you are using the UA-1EX with an ASIO-compatible sequencer software such as Cubase. In the ASIO settings of your sequencer software, choose “EDIROL UA-1EX.”
*To prevent audio loop feedback or double monitoring, turn monitoring off in your sequencer software, or set your sequencer software to use ASIO Direct Monitor.
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Windows XP users
1.Open the Sound, Speech, and Audio Devices Properties dialog box.
1.From the Windows start menu, choose Control Panel.
2.In “Pick a category,” click Sound, Speech, and Audio Devices.
3.In “or Pick a Control Panel icon,” click the Sounds and Audio Devices icon.
2.Click the Audio tab.
3.For Sound playback and Sound recording, click the ▼ located at the right of [Default device], and select EDIROL UA-1EX.
4.Click [OK] to complete the settings.
Windows 2000/Me users
1.Open the Sounds and Multimedia Properties dialog box
1.Click the Windows Start button, and from the menu that appears, select Settings | Control Panel.
2.In Control Panel, double-click the Sounds and Multimedia icon.
If the Sound and Multimedia icon is not displayed, click “Show all control panel options” in the frame at the left.
2.Click the Audio tab.
3.For Sound Playback (or in Windows Me, Playback) and Sound Recording, click the ▼ located at the right of [Preferred device], and select EDIROL UA-1EX.
4.Click [OK] to complete the settings.
Windows 98 users
1.Open the Multimedia Properties dialog box.
1.Click the Windows Start button, and from the menu that appears, select Settings | Control Panel.
2.In Control Panel, double-click the Multimedia icon.
2.Click the Audio tab.
3.For Playback field and Recording, click the ▼ located at the right of [Preferred device], and select
EDIROL UA-1EX.
4.Click [OK] to complete the settings.
This completes the audio input/output settings. Proceed to “Checking that you hear sound” (p. 24).
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