Steinberg UR22C Manual

USB AUDIO INTERFACE

EN Operation Manual

Contents
Main Features ...........................................	2
Panel Controls and Terminals ................	3
Front Panel ..........................................................	3
Rear Panel ...........................................................	5
Software ....................................................	6
Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver ............................	6
dspMixFx UR-C....................................................	8
Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series .............	13
Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip..................	16
REV-X ................................................................	18
Guitar Amp Classics ..........................................	20
Using with a Computer ..........................	23
Connection Example..........................................	23
Configuring Audio Driver Settings on the DAW
Software.............................................................	24
Recording/Playback ...........................................	25
Using with an iOS Device ......................	27
Connection Example..........................................	27
Recording/Playback ...........................................	28
Troubleshooting.....................................	30
Appendix.................................................	33
Limitations on the use of effects ........................	33
Computer connector types.................................	33
Signal Flows.......................................................	34
Block Diagrams..................................................	35
Technical Specifications ....................................	37
General Specifications .......................................	38
Uninstalling TOOLS for UR-C ............................	39

Main Features

Main Features

2 x 2 USB 3.0 Audio Interface with 2 x D-PRE and 32-bit/192 kHz support

The UR22C is a 2-in and 2-out USB 3.0 audio interface, featuring two world-renowned D-PRE microphone preamps and supporting 192 kHz and 32-bit audio quality to capture all the subtleties and expressiveness of any audio source.

True 32-bit resolution

The UR22C and the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver support the 32-bit Integer format, which can represent audio data in higher resolution compared to Float format. Together with a DAW (such as Cubase) which can fully utilize the 32-bit Integer data, they enable unprecedented audio resolution in your music production.

USB 3.0 & USB Type-C

The UR22C is equipped with a USB Type-C port and features USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) SuperSpeed mode. It also provides full compatibility with the USB 2.0 High-Speed mode and includes a Type-C to Type-A cable.

dspMixFx

The dspMixFx technology is powered by the latest SSP3 DSP chip and offers latency-free monitoring with highly acclaimed DSP effects, including REV-X reverb, for users of any DAW software.

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Panel Controls and Terminals

Panel Controls and Terminals

Front Panel

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1 [MIC/LINE 1] jack												7 [USB] indicator

For connection to a microphone or digital instrument. This jack can be connected to both XLR-type and phone-type (balanced/unbalanced) plugs.

Plug types

Phone-type (balanced)

XLR-type (balanced)

Phone-type (unbalanced)

NOTE

The phantom power will be supplied to the XLR jack connected to the [MIC/LINE 1] jack.

2 [INPUT 1 GAIN] knob

Adjusts the input signal level of the [MIC/LINE 1] jack.

3 [MIC/LINE 2] jack

For connection to a microphone, digital instrument, electric guitar, or electric bass. This jack can be connected to both XLR-type and phone-type (balanced/ unbalanced) plugs.

NOTE

The phantom power will be supplied to the XLR jack connected to the [MIC/LINE 2] jack.

4 [INPUT 2 GAIN] knob

Adjusts the input signal level of the [MIC/LINE 2] jack.

5 [PEAK] indicator

Lights up according to the input signal. Lights up when the input signal is 3 dB below the clipping level.

Setting optimum recording levels

Adjust the [INPUT GAIN] knobs so that the [PEAK] indicator flashes briefly at the loudest input volume.

6 [+48V] indicator

Lights up when the [+48V] switch (phantom power) is turned on.

Lights up when the power is turned on and the unit is communicating with the computer or iOS device. The indicator flashes continuously when the computer or iOS device does not recognize the device.

8 [INPUT 2 HI-Z] switch

Switches the input impedance (on O/off N). Turn this switch on when connecting high impedance instruments, such as an electric guitar or electric bass, directly to the [MIC/LINE 2] jack. When you turn this switch on, use an unbalanced phone plug for connection between the instruments and the [MIC/LINE 2] jack.

CAUTION

To protect your speaker system, leave the monitor speakers turned off when turning the [INPUT 2 HI-Z] switch on/off. It’s also a good idea to turn all output level controls down to their minimum. Neglect of these precautions may result in loud noise bursts that may damage your equipment, your ears, or both.

NOTICE

Do not connect or disconnect any cables while turning on the [INPUT 2 HI-Z] switch. Doing so can damage the connected device and/or the unit itself.

NOTE

•If you use a balanced phone plug, the device will not work correctly.

•When the HI-Z switch is turned on, the signal from the XLRtype is cut off.

9 [MONO] switch

When this switch is on, the input to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks is output to both the [MAIN OUT L/R] jacks and the L/R channel of the [PHONES] jack. When the switch is off, the input to the [MIC/LINE 1] jacks is output to the [MAIN OUT L] jack and the input to the [MIC/LINE 2] jacks is output to the [MAIN OUT R] jack.

For the [PHONES] jack, the input to the [MIC/LINE 1] jacks is output to the L channel and the input to the [MIC/ LINE 2] jacks is output to the R channel.

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Panel Controls and Terminals

) [MIX] knob

Adjusts the signal level balance between the input signal to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks and the signal from an application, such as DAW software. Both of the signals to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks are mixed as a mono signal. Operation of this control knob does not affect the signal sent to a computer.

Using the Mix knob

Turn the [MIX] knob to the [DAW] side if the input volume is high and to the [INPUT] side if the input volume is low. When the knob is turned fully to the [DAW] side, only the input sound from DAW can be heard.

! [PHONES ] jack

For connection to a set of stereo headphones.

@ [PHONES] knob

Adjusts the output signal level of the [PHONES] jack.

# [OUTPUT] knob

Adjusts the output signal level of the [MAIN OUTPUT] jacks.

$ POWER indicator

Lights up when the power is turned on. The indicator flashes continuously if the power supply is insufficient. In this case, use the USB power adapter or USB mobile battery.

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Panel Controls and Terminals

Rear Panel

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1 [POWER SOURCE] switch														4 [+48V] switch

For selecting the port for supplying power to the UR22C. To supply bus power via the [USB 3.0] port, set this switch to the [USB 3.0] side. To supply power via the [5V DC] port, set this switch to the [5V DC] side.

2 [USB 3.0] port

For connection to a computer or iOS device.

NOTICE

When connecting to a computer with a [USB 3.0] port, observe the following to prevent the computer from freezing or shutting down, as well as corruption or even loss of data.

•Before connecting/disconnecting the USB cable, be sure to observe the following points.

-Quit all open software applications on the computer.

-Set all output level controls to the minimum.

•Wait at least six seconds between connecting/ disconnecting the USB cable.

NOTE

Apple accessories may be required when connecting the UR22C with iOS devices. For details, refer to the UR22C Startup Guide.

3 [5V DC] port

For connecting a USB power adapter or USB mobile battery. Use a power supply when connecting the UR22C to a device that does not supply sufficient bus power, such as an iPad. (The UR22C does not include a USB power adapter or USB mobile battery.)

NOTICE

•Read the safety precautions for the USB power adapter or USB mobile battery that you use.

•Use a USB power adapter or USB mobile battery that can supply power in compliance with USB standards with a 5- pin micro USB plug.

Output voltage 4.8 V to 5.2 V Output current 0.9 A or greater

Using the [5V DC] port

Even when the UR22C is connected to a computer, you can supply power via the [5V DC] port by external power supply if the [POWER SOURCE] switch is set to the [5V DC] side. This can be used to avoid power supply problems. For example, ground loops due to differences in voltage potential can occur if the device connected to the UR22C is using the same power outlet as the computer, and audio quality degradation can occur if the power supply from the computer’s USB port is not stable.

Turns the phantom power on/off. When you turn this switch on, phantom power will be supplied to the XLR jack connected to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks. Turn this switch on when using a phantom powered condenser microphone.

NOTICE

When using phantom power, observe the following to prevent noise and possible damage to UR22C or connected equipment.

•Do not connect or disconnect any devices while the phantom power switch is turned to ON.

•Set all output level controls to the minimum before turning the phantom power switch to ON or OFF.

•When connecting devices not requiring phantom power to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jack, make sure to turn the phantom power switch to OFF.

NOTE

When the phantom power switch is turned on and off, all inputs/ outputs will be muted for a few seconds.

5 [MIDI OUT] jack

For connection to the MIDI IN jack of the MIDI device. Transmits MIDI signals from the computer.

6 [MIDI IN] jack

For connection to the MIDI OUT jack of the MIDI device. Receives and inputs MIDI signals to the computer.

NOTE

•Select [Steinberg UR22C-port1] for the MIDI port when using a MIDI jack with an iOS app. Please note that [Steinberg UR22Cport2] is not available.

•Do not activate dspMixFx when using a MIDI device. This may interfere with stable data transmission/reception.

7 [MAIN OUTPUT L/R] jacks

For connection to monitor speakers. These jacks can be connected to phone-type (balanced/unbalanced) plugs. This outputs the MIX 1 signals. To adjust the output signal level, use the [OUTPUT] knob on the front panel.

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Software

Software

The section explains software operations for using the UR22C with a computer.

Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver

1 Sample Rate

Lets you select the sample rate of the device.

Settings: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz

NOTE

Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver is a software program that allows communication between the UR22C and a computer. In Control Panel, you can configure the basic settings for the audio driver (Windows) or confirm the audio driver information (Mac).

How to Open the Window

Windows

•From the start menu, select [Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver]  [Control Panel].

•From the Cubase series menu, select [Studio] [Studio Setup]  [Yamaha Steinberg USB ASIO]  [Control Panel].

Click the upper tabs to select the desired window.

The available sample rates may differ depending on the particular DAW you’re using.

2 USB Mode

Lets you select the USB mode. The default setting is SuperSpeed (USB 3.1 Gen 1) mode.

Settings: SuperSpeed (USB 3.1 Gen 1), High-Speed (USB 2.0)

NOTE

If High-Speed (USB 2.0) mode is used, the data bandwidth will become narrower, but this will not affect the functionality of the UR22C. Other performance values such as latency will not change.

ASIO Window (Windows only)

For selecting the ASIO driver settings.

Mac

•Select [Application]  [Yamaha Steinberg USB Control Panel]

•From the Cubase series menu, select [Studio] [Studio Setup]  [Steinberg UR22C (High Precision)]  [Control Panel]  [Open Config App]

Steinberg UR22C Window

These windows are for selecting the sample rate and the USB mode.

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1 Device

Lets you select the device for use with the ASIO driver. This function is available when connecting two or more devices that are compatible with the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver to the computer.

2 Mode

Lets you select the latency mode.

Settings: Low Latency, Standard, Stable

Sample Rate	Descriptions
Low Latency	Low latency mode. High-performance
	computer is required.
Standard	Standard latency mode.
Stable	High latency mode. This prioritizes
	stability for low-performance computer
	and high-load projects.

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3 Buffer Size

Lets you select the buffer size for the ASIO driver. The range varies depending on the specified sample rate. The lower the value of the ASIO buffer size, the lower the value of audio latency.

Sample Rate	Range
44.1 kHz / 48 kHz	32 Samples – 2048 Samples
88.2 kHz / 96 kHz	64 Samples – 4096 Samples
176.4 kHz / 192 kHz	128 Samples – 8192 Samples

4 Input Latency/Output Latency

Indicates the latency (delay time) for the audio input and output in millisecond units.

About Window

Indicates the version and copyright information of the audio driver.

How to Select the Sample Rate (Mac)

You can select the sample rate in the [Audio MIDI Setup] window. Select the sample rate from the [Applications]  [Utilities]  [Audio MIDI Setup]  [Format] menu.

Software

How to Select the Buffer Size (Mac)

You can select the buffer size in the settings window for each application (DAW software, etc.).

From the Cubase series menu, select [Studio]  [Studio Setup], then click [Control Panel] in [Steinberg UR22C] or [Steinberg UR22C (High Precision)] in the menu on the left side of the window.

The method for opening the settings window is different for each application.

Using with 32-bit Integer processing (Mac)

[Steinberg UR22C] or [Steinberg UR22C (High Precision)] is shown in the [ASIO Driver] setting on the Cubase series program. Select [Steinberg UR22C (High Precision)] when processing at 32-bit integer resolutions between Cubase and the driver.

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dspMixFx UR-C

This software is for operating the convenient built-in DSP mixer and DSP effects. The DSP mixer allows you to mix up to two input channels down to one stereo output. A number of DSP effects for processing the input signals are also provided, and since the processing/mixing is hardware-based, there is no monitoring latency.

Screenshot

How to Open the Window

Windows

[All Programs] or [All apps]  [Steinberg UR22C]  [dspMixFx UR-C]

Mac

[Application]  [dspMixFx UR-C]

Software

Tool Area

This is the area for configuring the overall common settings of dspMixFx UR-C.

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1 Quit

Quits dspMixFx UR-C.

2 Minimize

Minimizes the dspMixFx UR-C window.

3 File

Provides four different menus for various settings.

Menu	Descriptions
Open	Opens the settings file of dspMixFx
	UR-C.
Save	Saves the settings file of dspMixFx UR-
	C to a computer.
Import Scene	Imports a scene from the settings file of
	dspMixFx UR-C. Select the desired
	settings file of dspMixFx UR-C and
	import the desired scene on the left
	side of the [IMPORT SCENE] window.
	The window appears after the file is
	selected in the file selection dialog.
	Select the destination for importing on
	the right side of the window. Click [OK]
	to import it.
Initialize All Scenes	Initialize all the saved scenes.

4 Scene

Indicates the scene name. You can change the scene name by clicking on it. Clicking the button on the right opens the window for calling up other scenes. Call up the desired scene by clicking it. To cancel calling up the scene, click outside of the window.

5 Store

Opens the Scene Store window. Enter the desired scene name into the STORE NAME field. Select the destination for storing the scene in the No. NAME field. Click [OK] to store the scene.

6 Selecting windows

Selects the desired dspMixFx UR-C window. The selected window icon lights in red.

Menu	Description
	Main window
	Setup window
	Information window

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Main Window

This window is for configuring the entire signal flow.

Channel Area (page 9)

MIX Area (page 11)

DAW Area (page 10)

REV-X Area (page 10)

Master Area (page 11)

Channel Area

This is the area for configuring the input channel settings.

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1 Channel Link

Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the channel link function of two adjacent channels. When this is on, two mono channels will become one stereo channel.

2 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

3 +48V

Indicates the on/off status of the phantom power function of the device.

Software

4 High Pass Filter

Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the high pass filter. To select the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter, use the “Setup Window” (page 12) in the section “dspMixFx UR-C.”

5 Phase

Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the phase inversion of the signal.

6 FX REC

Turn the FX REC (effect recording) on and off.

Settings	Description
On (lit)	Applies an effect to both the monitor
	signal (sent to the device) and the
	recording signal (sent to the DAW
	software).
Off (unlit)	Applies an effect to only the monitor
	signal (sent to the device).

7 Effect On/Off

Turns the Effect on (lit) and off (unlit).

8 Effect Edit

Opens (lit) and closes (unlit) the selected effect setup window.

9 Effect Type

Selects the effect type.

Settings: NoEffect, Ch.Strip, Clean, Crunch, Lead, Drive

NOTE

The maximum number of Channel Strip and Guitar Amp Classics iterations which can be used simultaneously is limited. Refer to the “Limitations on the use of effects” (page 33).

) REV-X Send

Adjusts the signal level which is sent to REV-X.

Range: -∞ dB − +6.00 dB

! REV-X Send Value

Displays and adjusts the REV-X send value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

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DAW Area

This is the area for configuring the DAW channel settings.

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1 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

Software

REV-X Area

This is the area for configuring the REV-X channel settings.

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1 REV-X Edit

Opens (lit) and closes (unlit) the “REV-X” (page 18) setup window.

2 REV-X Type

Selects the REV-X type.

Settings: Hall, Room, Plate

3 REV-X Time

Adjusts the reverb time of REV-X. This parameter links to Room Size. The adjustable range varies depending on REV-X type.

REV-X Type	Range
Hall	0.103 sec − 31.0 sec
Room	0.152 sec − 45.3 sec
Plate	0.176 sec − 52.0 sec

4 REV-X Time Value

Displays and adjusts the REV-X Time value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

5 REV-X Return

Adjusts the return level of REV-X.

6 REV-X Return Value

Displays and adjusts the REV-X Return value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

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MASTER Area

This is the area for configuring the master channel settings.

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1 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

2 Loop Back

Turns the Loopback function on (lit) and off (unlit).

What is Loopback?

Loopback is a convenient function for broadcasting over the Internet. It mixes the input audio signals (such as microphone and guitar) with the audio signals playing back in the software in the computer into two channels in the UR22C, and sends them back to the computer. Refer to the section “Signal Flow” (page 34).

If the Loopback function is on while you are monitoring input signals from the UR22C via DAW software, it will cause loud noise. This is because an infinite loop of the audio signal is generated between the UR22C and the DAW software. When using the loopback function, turn off the monitor functions on your DAW software.

BGM Deliver

UR22C

MIX Area

This is the area for selecting the MIX you want to configure. The UR22C can be set only to MIX1.

Software

Meter Window

This window is for showing the meter at the top of the Main window.

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1 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level. Peak hold is normally set to on.

Display color	Description
Green	Up to -18dB
Yellow	Up to 0dB
Red	CLIP

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Software

Setup Window

This window is for configuring the common settings of the device.

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1 Device

Selects the device when simultaneously connecting one or more devices that are capable with dspMixFx.

2 Device Settings

Opens the Control Panel.

3 HPF Setting

Selects the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter.

Settings: 120 Hz, 100 Hz, 80 Hz, 60 Hz, 40 Hz

4 Zoom

Changes the window size.

Settings: 100%, 150%, 200%, 250%, 300%

5 Knob Mode

Selects the method of operating the knobs on dspMixFx

UR-C.

Settings	Description
Circular	Drag in a circular motion to increase and
	decrease the parameter. Drag on a dial
	clockwise to increase, and counterclockwise to
	decrease. If you click any point on the knob,
	the parameter will jump there instantly.
Linear	Drag in a linear motion to increase and
	decrease the parameter. Drag upward or
	rightward to increase, and downward or
	leftward to decrease. Even if you click any point
	on the knob, the parameter will not jump there.

6 About

Indicates the version of the firmware and software.

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