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RØDECaster Duo
Getting Started With The RØDECaster Duo
How to Get Started With the
In this section, we'll take you through the basic setup
process for the RØDECaster Duo, including connecting
headphones and speakers, connecting and setting up
microphones, instruments and other devices, updating
firmware, and more.
Selecting a Language
After booting up your RØDECaster Duo for the first time,
you will be asked to select your default language. There are
10 languages to choose from: English, Chinese, Japanese,
Korean, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese.
The default language can be changed at any time by
tapping the settings cog and selecting 'System' >
'Language' .
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Date and Time
Next you will be asked to configure the time and date for
your unit. Use the rotary encoder and touchscreen to set
your local time and date. On the bottom left, you can also
select whether you would like to show the time and date on
the home screen.
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  • Page 1 RØDECaster Duo | How to Get Started With the RØDECaster Duo | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/how-to-get-started-with-the-rodecaster-duo  RØDECaster Duo Getting Started With The RØDECaster Duo How to Get Started With the RØDECaster Duo In this section, we’ll take you through the basic setup process for the RØDECaster Duo, including connecting headphones and speakers, connecting and setting up microphones, instruments and other devices, updating...

  • Page 2: Updating Firmware

    RØDECaster Duo | How to Get Started With the RØDECaster Duo | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/how-to-get-started-with-the-rodecaster-duo Updating Firmware Next you will be prompted to connect your RØDECaster Duo to a computer via Wi-Fi, ethernet or USB to ensure you RØDECaster Duo Getting Started With The RØDECaster Duo are running the most up-to-date firmware.

  • Page 3: Monitor Output Settings

    RØDECaster Duo | How to Get Started With the RØDECaster Duo | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/how-to-get-started-with-the-rodecaster-duo Adjusting Headphone Levels Both headphone outputs have an independent level RØDECaster Duo Getting Started With The RØDECaster Duo control. These are located at the top-right of the unit and are labelled 1 and 2.

  • Page 4: Connecting Microphones

    RØDECaster Duo | How to Get Started With the RØDECaster Duo | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/how-to-get-started-with-the-rodecaster-duo When enabled, the monitor output level will be set to line- level and cannot be adjusted. This is useful if you are using the monitor outputs to send audio to outboard equipment, such as broadcast or livestreaming equipment, and want to RØDECaster Duo Getting Started With The RØDECaster Duo...
  • Page 5 RØDECaster Duo | How to Get Started With the RØDECaster Duo | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/how-to-get-started-with-the-rodecaster-duo Pro Tip The two analog inputs on the RØDECaster Duo feature our world-class Revolution Preamps™. These are ultra-low-noise, high-gain preamps that will give you plenty of output, even with the most demanding dynamic microphones, while RØDECaster Duo Getting Started With The RØDECaster Duo remaining incredibly quiet.
  • Page 6 RØDECaster Duo | How to Get Started With the RØDECaster Duo | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/how-to-get-started-with-the-rodecaster-duo it in to any of the four inputs using a TRS or instrument cable. Next, open the channel setup screen and select either ‘Line-in’ or ‘Instrument’ from the “mic locker” menu – this will adjust the input gain to a suitable level depending on what is connected.

  • Page 7: Factory Reset

    RØDECaster Duo | How to Get Started With the RØDECaster Duo | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/how-to-get-started-with-the-rodecaster-duo Factory Reset To perform a factory reset, tap the settings cog, then ‘System’ > ‘Information’ > ‘View Device Information’ , then ‘Erase and Reset Device’ . RØDECaster Duo Getting Started With The RØDECaster Duo This will permanently delete all current configuration...
  • Page 8 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up Channels and Outputs | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-channels-and-outputs  RØDECaster Duo Setting Up Channels And Outputs Setting Up Channels and Outputs In this section, we’ll take you through setting up the mixer, assigning channels and configuring outputs on the RØDECaster Duo.

  • Page 9: Connecting A Wireless Transmitter

    RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up Channels and Outputs | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-channels-and-outputs The Default Mixer Configuration The RØDECaster Duo has seven separate inputs for connecting a wide range of devices and audio sources: two combo jacks for connecting microphones, instruments and other devices, a wireless receiver for connecting RØDE RØDECaster Duo Setting Up Channels And Outputs...
  • Page 10 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up Channels and Outputs | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-channels-and-outputs allowing you to connect up to two RØDE Series IV wireless transmitters, including the Wireless GO II and Wireless ME. To do this, first access the channel setup screen by pressing the physical button above the fader you wish to assign your wireless device to.
  • Page 11 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up Channels and Outputs | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-channels-and-outputs allowing you to easily visualise your levels, as well as a marker for unity gain. In ‘Broadcast’ mode, the level meters will include dBFS (decibels full scale) markers as well as a gain reduction meter (if you have the compressor activated on that channel).
  • Page 12 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up Channels and Outputs | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-channels-and-outputs Pro Tip need to select the green listen buttons for all of the channels you are using when recording. They are for “listening” to a particular channel without hearing the rest of the audio. Selecting the listen buttons for all of your channels RØDECaster Duo Setting Up Channels And Outputs may result in audio being recorded that you do not expect (for example, if you have all of your active channels solo'd using...
  • Page 13 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up Channels and Outputs | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-channels-and-outputs the associated channel in this sub-mix ( when you select the mute setting on a channel in a sub-mix, this will clear the custom level you had set on that input’s fader and return it to the level set by the main mix).
  • Page 14 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up USB Connections | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-usb-connections  RØDECaster Duo Setting Up USB Connections Setting Up USB Connections Learn more about the RØDECaster Duo’s USB interfaces, including how they work, what they should be used for, and how they can help you improve your workflow. The RØDECaster Duo is an incredibly versatile audio production tool with a plethora of powerful features for improving workflows for podcasting, livestreaming, and music production.
  • Page 15 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up USB Connections | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-usb-connections (meaning all of your audio inputs blended together) is sent  to all of these audio outputs. This means that what you hear in your headphones, on speakers, and what is sent to each of the USB audio interfaces will be exactly the same.
  • Page 16 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up USB Connections | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-usb-connections content.  USB Main RØDECaster Duo Setting Up USB Connections The main output of the RØDECaster Duo is the device called ‘RØDECaster Duo Main’ . To access this device on your computer, connect your computer to the USB 1 port on the back of the RØDECaster Duo.
  • Page 17 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up USB Connections | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-usb-connections Mix L  Mix R RØDECaster Duo Setting Up USB Connections XLR/TRS/Wireless 1 XLR/TRS Wireless 2 Bluetooth L Bluetooth R SMART Pads L SMART Pads R USB Main L USB Main R USB Chat L USB Chat R USB Secondary L...
  • Page 18 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up USB Connections | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-usb-connections not accept ‘RØDECaster Pro Main’ as an audio source. This is a limitation of browser-based software due to multitrack  audio devices not being properly recognised. If you are using an online streaming platform, connect your RØDECaster Duo to your computer using the USB 2 port instead of USB 1 and use the ‘RØDECaster Pro Secondary’...
  • Page 19 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up USB Connections | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-usb-connections Mix-minus for the USB Outputs  If you are using a USB channel for making a remote call via either a mobile device or a communications app on a computer, we recommend activating mix-minus on that RØDECaster Duo Setting Up USB Connections channel.
  • Page 20 RØDECaster Duo | Setting Up USB Connections | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/setting-up-usb-connections Apparel Create Account         RØDECaster Duo Setting Up USB Connections © 2023 RØDE All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions 7 van 7 7-7-2023 09:37...
  • Page 21 RØDECaster Duo | Connecting Callers and Online Guests | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/connecting-callers-and-online-guests  RØDECaster Duo Connecting Callers And Online Guests Connecting Callers and Online Guests In addition to the two analog inputs, the RØDECaster Duo features a variety of digital inputs for connecting all types of devices, including computers, smartphones or tablets.

  • Page 22: Connecting Ios Devices

    RØDECaster Duo | Connecting Callers and Online Guests | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/connecting-callers-and-online-guests Connecting iOS devices The RØDECaster Duo is MFi-certified for seamless interaction with iOS devices (including iPhones and iPads). If your iOS device has a Lightning connector, you will need to use a Lightning Accessory Cable, such as the RØDE RØDECaster Duo Connecting Callers And Online Guests...
  • Page 23 RØDECaster Duo | Connecting Callers and Online Guests | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/connecting-callers-and-online-guests Selecting Audio Devices on Mac To select the RØDECaster Duo as an audio device on a Mac computer, go to your system preferences and click ‘Sound’ , then select the USB channel you are using as both your ‘Input’...
  • Page 24 RØDECaster Duo | Connecting Callers and Online Guests | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/connecting-callers-and-online-guests Back Channel Mode Back Channel mode is a function that allows you to communicate with remote guests “off-air”. This is useful in podcasting or livestreaming scenarios where the host needs to call and prep a guest live without the audio being RØDECaster Duo Connecting Callers And Online Guests...
  • Page 25 RØDECaster Duo | Connecting Callers and Online Guests | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/connecting-callers-and-online-guests © 2023 RØDE All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions RØDECaster Duo Connecting Callers And Online Guests 5 van 5 7-7-2023 09:38...
  • Page 26 RØDECaster Duo | Using the SMART Pads | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-smart-pads  RØDECaster Duo Using The SMART Pads Using the SMART Pads The RØDECaster Duo’s SMART pads have a wide range of uses, from triggering sounds and voice effects to MIDI commands and mixer actions.
  • Page 27 RØDECaster Duo | Using the SMART Pads | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-smart-pads Using the SMART Pads to Trigger Sounds When in ‘Sound’ mode, audio can be assigned to pads and will play when the pad is pressed. Audio can be loaded onto or recorded directly to the pads and played back in different ways.
  • Page 28 RØDECaster Duo | Using the SMART Pads | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-smart-pads There are multiple audio playback modes for the sound pads. To access these on the RØDECaster Duo, tap the target pad from the main screen and then tap ‘Edit’ . If you’re using RØDE Central, go to the ‘Customize SMART pads’...
  • Page 29 RØDECaster Duo | Using the SMART Pads | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-smart-pads Using the SMART Pads to Trigger Voice Effects Voice effects allow you to add a range of transformations and enhancements to microphone channels by pressing the pads. RØDECaster Duo Using The SMART Pads This could be as subtle as adding reverb for a vocal performance to drastic vocal effects for livestreaming or podcasting.
  • Page 30 RØDECaster Duo | Using the SMART Pads | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-smart-pads it takes for the echoes to die away. The rotary controls can be adjusted by tapping the control on the screen and then turning the rotary encoder. RØDECaster Duo Using The SMART Pads Megaphone The megaphone effect is selected by tapping the third icon at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 31: Pitch Shifter

    RØDECaster Duo | Using the SMART Pads | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-smart-pads Voice Disguise RØDECaster Duo Using The SMART Pads This effect changes to your voice timbre to make it unrecognisable. It has a single on/off control. Pitch Shifter This effect adjusts the pitch of the incoming signal by a set amount.
  • Page 32 RØDECaster Duo | Using the SMART Pads | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-smart-pads Trash Talk The ‘Trash Talk’ function cuts the audio sent to the mix- minus channels on USB and Bluetooth. This means any guests you have connected will no longer hear you (but if RØDECaster Duo Using The SMART Pads they speak, they will still be heard).

  • Page 33: Midi Triggers

    RØDECaster Duo | Using the SMART Pads | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-smart-pads Pro Tip You can set up several different ‘Back Channel’ routings on different pads, allowing you to communicate with different guests individually for different segments of your podcast or livestream depending on which pad you activate. RØDECaster Duo Using The SMART Pads Ducking...
  • Page 34 RØDECaster Duo | Using the SMART Pads | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-smart-pads Accessories Authorised Dealers Manage your Account Software Create Account Apparel RØDECaster Duo Using The SMART Pads        © 2023 RØDE All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms &...
  • Page 35 RØDECaster Duo | Using the On-board Processing | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-on-board-processing  RØDECaster Duo Using The On-board Processing Using the On-board Processing In this section, we’ll take you through how to set up the RØDECaster Duo’s APHEX® audio processing, including using the intuitive VoxLab™ editor and advanced on- board control, as well as using the powerful channel effects.
  • Page 36 RØDECaster Duo | Using the On-board Processing | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-on-board-processing � Use this to subtly enhance the low end of your signal, giving it more richness and tighter bass articulation. � Use this to add brightness and detail to your signal, which is perfect for giving your voice more presence RØDECaster Duo and clarity.

  • Page 37: Equaliser (Eq)

    RØDECaster Duo | Using the On-board Processing | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-on-board-processing Compressor Use the compressor to make your voice (or any other audio RØDECaster Duo Using The On-board Processing source) sound smooth and balanced. This is achieved by bringing down (or “compressing”) the loudest peaks in the signal, while boosting quieter parts so that it is more even.

  • Page 38: Noise Gate

    RØDECaster Duo | Using the On-board Processing | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-on-board-processing Noise Gate Use this to help reduce background noise in your recording, RØDECaster Duo Using The On-board Processing such as air conditioners, chatter in another room or traffic outside. This is very handy if you are recording in a space that is not acoustically treated.
  • Page 39 RØDECaster Duo | Using the On-board Processing | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-on-board-processing Loading and Saving Presets The RØDECaster Duo offers a selection of professionally tailored default presets – ‘Neutral’ , ‘Podcast Studio’ and ‘Broadcast’ – which you can either use as they are or as a RØDECaster Duo Using The On-board Processing foundation for further editing.
  • Page 40 RØDECaster Duo | Using the On-board Processing | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-the-on-board-processing effects work, check out the 'Using the SMART pads' section. RØDECaster Duo Using The On-board Processing Microphones Contact RØDE About RØDE Headphones Service Centre News and Info Interfaces and Warranty Job Opportunities Mixers Where to Buy...
  • Page 41 RØDECaster Duo | Recording and Exporting Audio | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/recording-and-exporting-audio  RØDECaster Duo Recording And Exporting Audio Recording and Exporting Audio In this section, we’ll walk through how to connect a range of different recording devices to your RØDECaster Duo, and then how to record and export your audio.

  • Page 42: Connecting A Microsd Card

    RØDECaster Duo | Recording and Exporting Audio | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/recording-and-exporting-audio Connecting a MicroSD Card You can record your audio directly to a microSD card. You will need to use a high-quality microSD card that supports data rates of at least 100MB/s. Any quality microSD card RØDECaster Duo Recording And Exporting Audio labelled either ‘microSDHC’...

  • Page 43: Starting And Stopping The Recording

    RØDECaster Duo | Recording and Exporting Audio | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/recording-and-exporting-audio Pro Tip You can record to both a microSD card and hard drive simultaneously. RØDECaster Duo Recording And Exporting Audio Making Recordings to Local Storage Starting and Stopping the Recording To start a recording, press the ‘REC’...
  • Page 44 RØDECaster Duo | Recording and Exporting Audio | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/recording-and-exporting-audio Activating Multitrack Recording When recording on the RØDECaster Duo, you can select to RØDECaster Duo Recording And Exporting Audio record either the full stereo mix or each track individually (plus the full stereo mix). The latter is called multitrack recording and allows you to edit your tracks individually in post-production if needed.
  • Page 45 RØDECaster Duo | Recording and Exporting Audio | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/recording-and-exporting-audio Navigating Through a Recording There are several ways to navigate through the file when playing back audio. You can use the slider at the bottom of RØDECaster Duo Recording And Exporting Audio the screen, the ‘jump’...
  • Page 46 RØDECaster Duo | Recording and Exporting Audio | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/recording-and-exporting-audio settings then ‘Outputs’ > ‘Multitrack’ > ‘USB’ and deselect ‘Off’ . USB 2 and USB Chat cannot be configured as multitrack outputs. RØDECaster Duo Recording And Exporting Audio Multitrack Recording via USB When in multitrack mode, the RØDECaster Duo Main output features 16 different audio outputs, as follows: 6 van 10 7-7-2023 09:39...
  • Page 47 RØDECaster Duo | Recording and Exporting Audio | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/recording-and-exporting-audio Mix L Mix R RØDECaster Duo Recording And Exporting Audio XLR/TRS/Wireless 1 XLR/TRS Wireless 2 Bluetooth L Bluetooth R SMART Pads L SMART Pads R USB Main L USB Main R USB Chat L USB Chat R USB Secondary L...

  • Page 48: Starting The Recording

    RØDECaster Duo | Recording and Exporting Audio | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/recording-and-exporting-audio     Guidelines - Guidelines - Logic Guidelines - Pro Guidelines - Pro GarageBand Tools MAC Tools PC Download Download Download Download RØDECaster Duo Recording And Exporting Audio RØDECaster Duo RØDECaster Duo RØDECaster Duo...
  • Page 49 RØDECaster Duo | Recording and Exporting Audio | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/recording-and-exporting-audio Using the On-screen ‘REC’ Button to Start Recording in Your DAW It is possible to use MIDI to control your DAW from the RØDECaster Duo. For example, you can map the on-screen RØDECaster Duo Recording And Exporting Audio ‘REC’...
  • Page 50 RØDECaster Duo | Recording and Exporting Audio | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/recording-and-exporting-audio        © 2023 RØDE All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions RØDECaster Duo Recording And Exporting Audio 10 van 10 7-7-2023 09:39...
  • Page 51 RØDECaster Duo | Using RØDE Central | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-rode-central  RØDECaster Duo Using RØDE Central Using RØDE Central In this section, we’ll walk through how to use the RØDECaster Duo’s companion app RØDE Central for updating firmware, assigning channels, configuring SMART pads, transferring recordings, and more.

  • Page 52: Audio Setup

    RØDECaster Duo | Using RØDE Central | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-rode-central Audio Setup ‘Audio Setup’ allows you assign channels to your faders RØDECaster Duo Using RØDE Central using an easy drag-and-drop interface. The physical faders are represented by the four icons on the top left; the virtual faders are represented by the three icons on the top right.
  • Page 53 RØDECaster Duo | Using RØDE Central | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/using-rode-central the top right corner to zoom in and out of your recording. To trim a recording, click and drag the start and end markers to the desired location (both the real-time and elapsed recording time can be found under the waveform).
  • Page 54 RØDECaster Duo | Updating Firmware | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/updating-firmware  RØDECaster Duo Updating Firmware Updating Firmware In this section, we’ll walk through how to update the RØDECaster Duo’s firmware via the unit or via RØDE Central. Plus, find information on current and past firmware updates, and the beta firmware testing program.
  • Page 55 RØDECaster Duo | Updating Firmware | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/updating-firmware Downloading Firmware via RØDE Central When a firmware update is available, and you connect RØDECaster Duo to a computer and open RØDE Central, clicking on the RØDECaster Duo icon on the left-hand side RØDECaster Duo Updating Firmware of the software will prompt you to update.
  • Page 56 RØDECaster Duo | Updating Firmware | RØDE https://rode.com/en/user-guides/rodecaster-duo/updating-firmware �� Your RØDECaster Duo should appear on the left column among other RØDE Central compatible devices. Click it. �� Click the settings cog in the top right of the window, then click the ‘Factory Reset’ option. You will be RØDECaster Duo Updating Firmware prompted to disconnect all RØDE devices from your...

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