Steinberg UR-RT 2 User Manual

Steinberg UR-RT 2 User Manual

USB AUDIO INTERFACE

EN Operation Manual

Contents

Contents

 

Panel Controls and Terminals ....................................................

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Front Panel UR-RT4 ......................................................................................

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Rear Panel UR-RT4 ......................................................................................

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Front Panel UR-RT2 ......................................................................................

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Rear Panel UR-RT2 ......................................................................................

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Software .......................................................................................

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Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver ......................................................................

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dspMixFx UR-RT .........................................................................................

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Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series .......................................................

16

Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip ...........................................................

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REV-X ..........................................................................................................

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Guitar Amp Classics ....................................................................................

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Using with a Computer .............................................................

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Connection Example UR-RT4 .....................................................................

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Connection Example UR-RT2 .....................................................................

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Configuring Audio Driver Settings on the DAW Software ............................

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Recording/Playback .....................................................................................

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Using with an iOS device ..........................................................

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Connection Example UR-RT4 .....................................................................

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Connection Example UR-RT2 .....................................................................

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Recording/Playback .....................................................................................

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Troubleshooting ........................................................................

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Appendix ....................................................................................

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Limitations on the use of effects ..................................................................

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Signal Flows ................................................................................................

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Block Diagrams ...........................................................................................

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General Specifications .................................................................................

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Technical Specifications ..............................................................................

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Uninstalling TOOLS for UR-RT ...................................................................

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UR-RT4 / UR-RT2 Operation Manual 2

Panel Controls and Terminals

Panel Controls and Terminals

Front Panel UR-RT4

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1 [USB] indicator

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.

2 [MIC/HI-Z 1/2] jack

For connection to a microphone, digital instrument, electric guitar, or electric bass.

This jack can be connected to both XLR-type and phonetype (unbalanced only) plugs. The XLR-type is MIC only and the phone type is HI-Z only.

3 [MIC/LINE 3/4] jack

For connection to a microphone or digital instrument. This jack can be connected to both XLR-type and phonetype (balanced/unbalanced) plugs. The XLR type is MIC only and the phone type is LINE only.

Plug types

Phone-type (balanced)

XLR-type (balanced)

Phone-type (unbalanced)

 

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4 [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 gain knobs so that the [PEAK] indicator flashes briefly at the loudest input volume.

5 [+48V] indicator

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

6 [TRANSFORMER] switch

Switches the transformer circuit of the [MIC/HI-Z 1/2] jack and [MIC/LINE 3/4] jack on and off.

Use of the [TRANSFORMER] switch

ON (lit)

Passing the input signal through the transformer circuit results in sound with natural compression and saturation.

OFF (unlit)

This setting results in a well-balanced sound that is faithful to the original, which is the feature of D-PRE.

Proper use of the HI-Z or LINE inputs

HI-Z

Guitar and bass with passive pickups (not battery powered)

LINE

Effect device, preamp, direct box

Guitar and bass with active pickups (battery powered)

Digital instruments, such as synthesizer

NOTE

The unit features one transformer of analog circuitry for each front input channel, created by Rupert Neve Designs® specifically for audio interface use.

7 [GAIN 1 to 4] knob

Adjusts the input signal level of the [MIC/HI-Z 1/2] jack and [MIC/LINE 3/4] jack.

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Panel Controls and Terminals

8 [PHONES 1/2] knob

Adjusts the output signal level of the [PHONES1/2] jack.

9 [PHONES 1/2 ] jack

For connection to a set of stereo headphones. [PHONES 1] outputs the MIX 1 signals.

[PHONES 2] outputs the MIX 1 or MIX 2 signals. To select the output signal of the [PHONES 2], refer to “Headphone Area” (page 14) in the section “dspMixFx UR-RT” or the “Headphones Window” (page 17) in the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

What is MIX?

MIX refers to the stereo output signals which flow in the device. The input signals to the device flow to each MIX. Refer to the section “Signal Flow” (page 37).

) [OUTPUT] knob

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

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Rear Panel UR-RT4

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1 [ ](Standby/On) switch

Sets the power of the device to On (O) or Standby (N).

2 DC IN [12V]

For connection to the AC power adaptor.

3 [USB 2.0] port

For connection to a computer or iOS device.

NOTICE

When connecting to a computer with a [USB 2.0] port, observe the following to prevent the computer from freezing or shutting down, as well as corruption or even loss of data.

USB 3.0 cable requires a separate conversion plug.

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.

4 [+48V 3/4] switch

Turns the phantom power on and off.

When you turn this switch on, phantom power will be supplied to the [MIC/LINE 3/4] jack. Turn this switch on when using a phantom powered condenser microphone.

5 [+48V 1/2] switch

Turns the phantom power on and off.

When you turn this switch on, phantom power will be supplied to the [MIC/HI-Z 1/2] jack. 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 UR-RT 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/HI-Z 1/2] and [MIC/LINE 3/4] jacks, make sure to set 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.

Panel Controls and Terminals

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6 [MIDI OUT] jack

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

7 [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 UR-RT4-port1] for the MIDI port when using a MIDI jack with an iOS app. Please note that [Steinberg UR-RT4- port2] is not available.

8 [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.

9 [LINE OUTPUT 1 to 4] jacks

For connection to external devices with line level signals. These jacks can be connected to phone-type (balanced/ unbalanced) plugs. The [LINE OUTPUT1/2] jack outputs the MIX 1 signal and the [LINE OUTPUT 3/4] jack outputs the MIX 2 signal.

) [LINE INPUT 5/6] jacks

For connection to digital instrument or a mixer.

These jacks can be connected to phone-type (balanced/ unbalanced) plugs. You can select the input signal level of the [LINE INPUT 5/6] jacks between “+4 dBu” and “-10 dBV.” Select “+4 dBu” when connecting a professional audio device, and select “-10 dBV” when connecting a consumer device. The default initial setting is “-10 dBV.” To select the input signal level, use the “Setup Window” (page 14) in the section “dspMixFx UR-RT” or the “Settings Window” (page 18) in the “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

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Front Panel UR-RT2

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1 [USB] indicator

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.

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 1] jack. When you turn this switch on, use an unbalanced phone plug for connection between the instruments and the [MIC/LINE 1] jack. If you use a balanced phone plug, this device will not work correctly.

CAUTION

To protect your speaker system, leave the monitor speakers turned off when turning the [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 [HI-Z] switch. Doing so can damage the connected device and/or the unit itself.

3 [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks

For connection to a microphone or digital instrument. This jack can be connected to both XLR-type and phonetype (balanced/unbalanced) plugs. The XLR type is set to the optimum level for microphone connection and phone type is for line connection.

Plug types

Phone-type (balanced)

XLR-type (balanced)

Phone-type (unbalanced)

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Proper use of the HI-Z or LINE inputs

HI-Z

Guitar and bass with passive pickups (not battery powered)

LINE

Effect device, preamp, direct box

Guitar and bass with active pickups (battery powered)

Digital instruments, such as synthesizer

4 [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 gain knobs so that the [PEAK] indicator flashes briefly at the loudest input volume.

5 [+48V] indicator

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

6 TRANSFORMER switch

Switches the transformer circuit of the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jack on and off.

Use of the TRANSFORMER switch

ON (lit)

Passing the input signal through the transformer circuit results in sound with natural compression and saturation.

OFF (unlit)

This setting results in a well-balanced sound that is faithful to the original, which is the feature of D-PRE.

NOTE

The unit features one transformer of analog circuitry for each front input channel, created by Rupert Neve Designs® specifically for audio interface use.

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Panel Controls and Terminals

7 [GAIN 1/2] knob

Adjusts the input signal level of the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jack.

8 [PHONES] knob

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

9 [PHONES ] jack

For connection to a set of stereo headphones.

) [OUTPUT] knob

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

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Panel Controls and Terminals

Rear Panel UR-RT2

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](Standby/On) switch

 

 

 

 

6 [MIDI IN] jack

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sets the power of the device to On (O) or Standby (N).

 

For connection to the MIDI OUT jack of the MIDI device.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Receives and inputs MIDI signals to the computer.

2 DC IN [12V]

For connection to the AC power adaptor.

3 [USB 2.0] port

For connection to a computer or iOS device.

NOTICE

When connecting to a computer or iOS with a [USB 2.0] port, observe the following to prevent the computer from freezing or shutting down, as well as corruption or even loss of data.

• USB 3.0 cable requires a separate conversion plug.

NOTE

Select [Steinberg UR-RT2-port1] for the MIDI port when using a MIDI jack with an iOS app. Please note that [Steinberg UR-RT2- port2] is not available.

7 [MAIN OUTPUT L/R] jacks

For connecting to monitor speakers or external devices with line level signals.

These jacks can be connected to phone-type (balanced/ unbalanced).

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.

4 [+48V] switch

Turns the phantom power on and off.

When you turn this switch on, phantom power will be supplied to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jack. 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 UR-RT 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/HI-Z 1/2] jacks, make sure to set 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.

8 [LINE INPUT 3/4] jacks

For connection to digital instrument or a mixer.

These jacks can be connected to phone-type (balanced/ unbalanced) plugs. You can select the input signal level of the [LINE INPUT 3/4] jacks between “+4 dBu” and “-10 dBV.” Select “+4 dBu” when connecting a professional audio device, and select “-10 dBV” when connecting a consumer device. The default initial setting is “-10 dBV.” To select the input signal level, use the “Setup Window” (page 14) in the section “dspMixFx UR-RT” or the “Settings Window” (page 18) in the “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

5 [MIDI OUT] jack

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

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Software

Software

This section explains software operations for using the

ASIO Window (Windows only)

UR-RT with a computer.

For selecting the ASIO driver settings.

 

Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver

Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver is a software program that allows communication between the UR-RT 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

•Select [Control Panel] [Hardware and Sound] or [Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices] [Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver]

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

Click the upper tabs to select the desired window.

Mac

•Select [System Preferences] [Yamaha Steinberg USB]

•From the Cubase series menu, select [Studio] [Studio Setup] [Steinberg UR-RT] [Control Panel] [Open Config App].

Steinberg UR-RT Window (Windows only)

This window is for selecting the sample rate.

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1 Sample Rate

Lets you select the sample rate of the device. Options: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz,

176.4 kHz, 192 kHz

NOTE

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

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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 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

64 Samples − 2048 Samples

 

 

88.2 kHz / 96 kHz

128 Samples − 4096 Samples

 

 

176.4 kHz / 192 kHz

256 Samples − 8192 Samples

 

 

3 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.

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Software

How to Select the Sample Rate (Mac)

You can select the sample rate in [Audio MIDI Setup] window.

1.Select [Applications] [Utilities] [Audio

MIDI Setup].

2.Select the sample rate from the [Format] menu.

How to Select the Buffer Size (Mac)

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

1.From the Cubase series menu, select [Studio] [Studio Setup].

NOTE

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

2.Click [Control Panel] in [Steinberg UR-RT] in the menu on the left side of the window.

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dspMixFx UR-RT

This software is for operating the convenient built-in DSP mixer and DSP effects. The DSP mixer allows you to mix up to six input channels {four 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.

NOTE

You cannot operate dspMixFx UR-RT while a Cubase series DAW is running. When Cubase is running, configure the DSP mixer and DSP effect from “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series” (page 16).

Screenshot

How to Open the Window

Windows

[All Programs] or [All apps] [Steinberg UR-RT] [dspMixFx UR-RT]

Mac

[Applications] [dspMixFx UR-RT]

Tool Area

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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1 Quit

Quits dspMixFx UR-RT.

2 Minimize

Minimizes the dspMixFx UR-RT window.

Software

3 Menu

Provides four different menus for various settings.

Menu

Description

 

 

Open

Opens the settings file of dspMixFx UR-RT.

 

 

Save

Saves the settings file of dspMixFx UR-RT to

 

a computer.

 

 

Import Scene

Imports a scene from the settings file of

 

dspMixFx UR-RT. Select the desired settings

 

file of dspMixFx UR-RT 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-RT window. The selected window icon lights in red.

Menu

Description

 

 

 

Main window (page 12)

 

 

 

Setup window (page 14)

 

 

 

Information window (page 15)

 

 

7 Help

Opens the Operation Manual (this manual).

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Main Window

This window is for configuring the entire signal flow.

Channel Area (page 12)

MIX Area (page 14)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DAW Area (page 13)

Master Area (page 13)

Headphone Area (page 14)

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.

Software

3 High Pass Filter

Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the high pass filter (not available on [LINE INPUT 5/6] {[LINE INPUT 3/4]}). To select the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter, use the “Setup Window” (page 14) in the section “dspMixFx URRT.”

4 Phase

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

5 Effect Insertion location

Selects the insertion location of an effect.

Options

Description

 

 

MON.FX

Applies an effect to only the monitor signal

 

(sent to the device).

 

 

INS.FX

Applies an effect to both the monitor signal

 

(sent to the device) and the recording signal

 

(sent to the DAW software).

 

 

6 Effect On/Off

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

7 Effect Edit

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

8 Effect Type

Select the effect type.

Options: ChStrp, Clean, Crnch, 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 36).

9 REV-X Send

Adjusts the signal level which is sent to REV-X. Range: - ∞ dB +6.00 dB

) Pan

Adjusts the pan.

Range: L16 C R16

! Mute

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

@ Solo

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

# +48V

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

$ Fader

Adjusts the signal level.

Range: - ∞ dB +6.00 dB

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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.

2 Pan

Adjusts the pan.

Range: L16 C R16

3 Mute

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

4 Solo

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

5 Fader

Adjusts the signal level.

Range: - ∞ dB +6.00 dB

Software

Master Area

This is the area for configuring the master channel settings.

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1 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

2 REV-X Send On

Indicates that REV-X Send is on. This is normally set to on.

3 REV-X Edit

Opens (lit) and closes (unlit) the “REV-X” (page 21) setup window.

4 REV-X Type

Selects the REV-X type.

Options: Hall, Room, Plate

5 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

 

 

6 REV-X Return Level

Adjusts the return level of REV-X.

Range: - ∞ dB +6.00 dB

7 Pan

Adjusts the pan position

Range: L16 C R16

8 Mute

Turn the mute function on (lit)/ off (unlit).

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9 Fader

Adjusts the signal level.

Range: - ∞ dB +6.00 dB

Fader operations

You can reset certain parameters to 0 dB by double clicking the fader.

You can slide all fader channels at the same time by holding [Ctrl]/[command] and [Shift] while you drag on the faders.

MIX Area

This is the area for selecting the MIX you want to configure.

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1 MIX

Indicates the MIX object. The UR-RT2 can be set only to MIX1.

You can copy the Main window settings of the MIX by dragging and dropping.

Headphone Area

Indicates the monitor signal that is sent from the [PHONES] jack.

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1 PHONES On/Off

Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the headphones output. The UR-RT2 [PHONES 1] is normally on.

You can output the MIX selected in the MIX area to the PHONES by turning this on.

NOTE

With [PHONES 2], either MIX 1 or MIX 2 can be selected. (UR-RT4 only); [PHONES 1] is fixed to MIX 1 and cannot be changed.

Software

Setup Window

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

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1 CONTROL PANEL

For Windows, this opens the “Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver” (page 9). For Mac, this opens Audio MIDI Setup.

2 INPUT 5/6 LEVEL {INPUT 3/4 LEVEL}

Select the input signal level of [LINE INPUT 5/6] {LINE INPUT 3/4}.

Options: +4 dBu, -10 dBV

3 HPF

Selects the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter (not available on [LINE INPUT 5/6]{[LINE INPUT 3/4]}). Options: 120 Hz, 100 Hz, 80 Hz, 60 Hz, 40 Hz

4 LOOPBACK

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

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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 UR-RT, and sends them back to the computer. Refer to the section “Signal Flow” (page 37).

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

BGM Deliver

UR-RT

5 KNOB MOUSE CONTROL

Selects the method of operating the knobs on dspMixFx UR-RT.

Options

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 SLIDER MOUSE CONTROL

Selects the method of operating the sliders and faders on dspMixFx UR-RT.

Options

Description

 

 

Jump

Click any point on the slider and fader to

 

increase and decrease the parameter. If you

 

click any point on the slider and fader, the

 

parameter will jump there instantly.

 

 

Touch

Drag the handle of the slider and fader to

 

increase and decrease the parameter. Even

 

if you click any point on the slider and fader,

 

the parameter will not jump there.

 

 

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Information Window

This window indicates information about dspMixFx UR-RT and the device.

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Indicates the version of the firmware and software.

dspMixFx (for iOS devices)

From your iOS devices, you can conveniently control builtin DSP mixer functions and DSP effects by using dspMixFx for iOS devices. For details on this app, see the Steinberg web site below.

http://www.steinberg.net/

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Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series

These are the windows for configuring the device settings from Cubase series software. The dedicated windows for Cubase series allow you to configure the parameters which are configured by dspMixFx UR-RT. Two types of windows are available: Input Settings and Hardware Setup.

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How to Open the Window

Input Settings Window

From the Cubase series menu, [Studio] [MixConsole] [HARDWARE]

Hardware Setup Window

From the Cubase series menu, [Studio] [Audio Hardware Setup]

Input Settings Window

This window is for configuring the input settings of the device. The signal flow is from top to bottom. The settings on this window (except for the +48V indicator) are saved to the Cubase project file.

Input setting window ([HARDWARE]) is shown according to the settings for Stereo bus and Mono bus at the UR-RT device port.

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1 +48V

Indicates the phantom power on/off status.

2 Phase

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

3 High Pass Filter

Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the high pass filter (not available on [LINE INPUT 5/6] {[LINE INPUT 3/4]}). To select the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter, use the “Settings Window” (page 18) in the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.

4 Effect Edit

Opens the selected effect setup window.

5 Effect Type

Selects the effect type.

Options: ChStrp, Clean, Crnch, Lead, Drive

NOTE

The maximum number of Channel Strip and Guitar Amp Classics iterations which can be used simultaneously has restrictions. Refer to the “Limitations on the use of effects” (page 36).

6 DRIVE/Output Level

When Channel Strip is selected, this adjusts the degree to which the compressor is applied. The higher the value, the greater the effect.

Range: 0.00 − 10.00

When Guitar Amp Classics is selected, this adjusts the output level.

Range: 0.00 − 1.00

7 MORPH

Adjusts the Channel Strip Sweet Spot Data. (Refer to the “MORPH” in the section “Channel Strip” on page 19). When Guitar Amp Classics is selected, MORPH is not displayed.

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