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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the UA-1EX USB Audio Interface.
201a
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.
202
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.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the UA-1EX USB Audio Interface. 201a 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.
  • Page 2 • Dusty; or are provides specific instructions directing you • Subject to high levels of vibration. 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....................
  • Page 3 • Immediately disconnect the USB cable, and the reach of children. request servicing by your retailer, the ....................nearest Roland Service Center, or an autho- • Never climb on top of, nor place heavy rized Roland distributor, as listed on the objects on the unit.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 3, please read and observe the following: Placement Maintenance 401a • Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other • For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry equipment containing large power transformers) cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with may induce hum.
  • Page 5 • Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If * Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of using some other make of connection cable, please Microsoft Corporation. note the following precautions. 206e • Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Mac OS X Users ..........................27 Installing the driver ............................27 Input/output device settings ........................28 Mac OS 9 Users ...........................29 Installing the UA-1EX driver........................29 Installing the ASIO driver ..........................29 Checking that you hear sound ........................31 Basic use ......................33 Listening to Sound from Your Computer................33...
  • Page 7 Windows XP/2000 users ..........................44 Windows Me users ............................45 Windows 98 users ............................46 Input/output device setting......................... 48 Mac OS X users............................... 52 Mac OS 9 users ............................... 53 Troubleshooting ....................54 UA-1EX Block Diagram ...................66 Main Specifications ..................67 Index .........................70...

  • Page 8: Contents Of The Package

    Contents of the Package 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 UA- 1EX. USB Audio Interface UA-1EX CD-ROM This contains drivers for using the UA-1EX in Advanced mode.
  • Page 9 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.

  • Page 10: Names Of Things And What They Do

    Connect these jacks to your audio system, such as amplified speakers or a stereo set. * 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.
  • Page 11 * If you change this setting, you must disconnect the UA-1EX from the computer and then reconnect it. Input volume This adjusts the volume of the audio signal (sound) that is being input to the mic input jack...
  • Page 12 Sampling frequency select switch ● 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. Switch A set to the lower position Record/play at 44.1 kHz 44.1kHz...
  • Page 13 (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...

  • Page 14: Getting Connected And Installing Drivers (Windows)

    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.

  • Page 15: Installing The Driver

    Windows XP/2000 users 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).
  • Page 16 1. The “Setup is now ready to install the drivers” dialog box will appear. Set the UA-1EX’s ADVANCED (mode select) switch to ON. Operation of the UA-1EX * The driver cannot be installed by means of the following procedure if the switch is set to OFF.
  • Page 17 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 “!”...
  • Page 18 ■ 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.
  • Page 19 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. fig.back2000 5.

  • Page 20: Windows Me/98 Users

    Windows Me/98 users 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.

  • Page 21: Driver Settings

    Output device EDIROL UA-1EX This sends the audio signal from the computer to the UA-1EX. This is what you will nor- mally 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.

  • Page 22: Input/Output Device Setting

    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.

  • Page 23: Sequencer Software Settings

    Sequencer software settings Before you start up your sequencer software, connect the UA-1EX to your computer. If your sequencer software allows you to specify audio input/output settings, choose EDIROL UA-1EX. For details, refer to the owner’s manual for your sequencer software.

  • Page 24: Checking That You Hear Sound

    Computer Signal flow Headphones As soon as you connect the UA-1EX to your computer, sound will no longer be output from the speakers of your computer. • Connect an external monitor system or headphones to the UA-1EX. • If you want sound to be output from the speakers of your computer, disconnect the UA-...
  • Page 25 2. Click the Preview tab, and then click the button. Playback begins. * If the UA-1EX is connected to your computer, sound will not be output from the speakers of your computer, but rather from headphones or speakers connected to the UA-1EX’s headphone jack or line output jacks.

  • Page 26: Getting Connected And Installing Drivers (Macintosh)

    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.

  • Page 27: Mac Os X Users

    Mac OS X Users Steps to be performed on the UA-1EX itself are marked by a symbol. Operation of the UA-1EX Installing the driver * If the “Authenticate” dialog box appears during the installation, input the password and click “OK.”...

  • Page 28: Input/Output Device Settings

    Connect the UA-1EX to your Macintosh. Operation of the UA-1EX * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after connecting the UA-1EX is required before the unit will operate normally. 3. Open “System Preferences” and click “Sound.”...

  • Page 29: Mac Os 9 Users

    3. Prepare the CD-ROM. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your Macintosh. 4. Double-click the UA-1EX Driver-E Installer icon (found in the Driver E (Mac OS 9) folder of the CD-ROM) to start up the installer. 5. Verify the Install Location, and click [Install].
  • Page 30 Here we will explain how to install the ASIO 1.0 16 bit-compatible driver. 1. From the Driver E (Mac OS 9) - ASIO folder of the CD-ROM, copy [UA-1EX ASIO1.0 16bit] to the ASIO Drivers folder of the ASIO-compatible software you are using (e.g., Cubase VST, Logic, Digital Performer).

  • Page 31: Checking That You Hear Sound

    Macintosh Signal flow Headphones As soon as you connect the UA-1EX to your Macintosh, sound will no longer be output from the speakers of your Macintosh. • Connect an external monitor system or headphones to the UA-1EX. • If you want sound to be output from the speakers of your Macintosh, disconnect the...
  • Page 32 Was the sample data played back? If it was played back correctly, this means that the computer and the UA-1EX are connected correctly, and that the drivers have been installed correctly.

  • Page 33: Basic Use

    Computer Signal flow Headphones As soon as you connect the UA-1EX to your computer, sound will no longer be output from the speakers of your computer. • Connect an external monitor system or headphones to the UA-1EX. • If you want sound to be output from the speakers of your computer, disconnect the UA-...

  • Page 34: Recording A Cassette Tape Or Lp Into Your Computer

    Recording a Cassette Tape or LP into Your Computer Here’s how you can record the analog output of an audio device such as a cassette tape or LP (vinyl record) into your computer. fig.analog Audio cables Audio Amplifier Computer (Cassette, record players) LINE OUT Signal flow Set this to ANALOG.
  • Page 35 OUTPUT LINE IN If you connect the UA-1EX as shown in the above diagram with another device that passes the input audio back to the output (e.g., a MD/DAT in recording mode), the sound will loop between the UA-1EX and the other device, causing oscillation and producing an unexpected high volume.

  • Page 36: Recording Sound From Your Computer Onto Md Or Dat

    • The UA-1EX does not support professional digital audio device formats. • The UA-1EX cannot mix the input signals from the various input jacks with the input signal from the digital input connector and output them from the digital output connector.

  • Page 37: Recording The Digital Output From A Cd/Md/Dat Into Your Computer

    Other notes • The UA-1EX complies with SCMS. If the audio data that is input from the digital input connector contains copy-prohibit flags (as will be the case if you recorded an MD from a CD), the UA-1EX will not allow this data to be recorded on your computer.

  • Page 38: Recording A Mic

    Recording a Mic Here’s how you can sing along with audio data played back from your computer, and use your sequencer software to record just the sound of the mic. fig.analog The mic input and the audio data from your Monitor computer will be mixed and output.
  • Page 39 2. Relocating microphone(s) at a greater distance from speakers. 3. Lowering volume levels. • The UA-1EX is compatible with plug-in powered mics (miniature condenser mics designed for connection to a computer’s mic input or to the recording jack of an MD (Mini Disc) recorder).

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Audio Latency

    Adjusting the Audio Latency When using the UA-1EX in Advanced mode, you can change the driver settings to adjust the latency of the audio. To adjust the latency, change the Buffer Size in the driver settings dialog box. * Latency is the time delay from when an sequencer software plays back audio data until the sound is actually heard from an audio device such as the UA-1EX.

  • Page 41: Decreasing The Asio Buffer Size (Windows)

    Decreasing the ASIO Buffer Size (Windows) If you’re using the UA-1EX from ASIO-compatible software, you’ll be able to reduce the buffer size further. If clicks or pops occur, uncheck this check box. * “Adjusting the Audio Latency” (p. 40) must be performed with this check box unchecked.

  • Page 42: Using Asio Direct Monitor (Windows/Mac Os 9)

    Using ASIO Direct Monitor (Windows/Mac OS 9) If you are using the UA-1EX from an ASIO2.0-compatible sequencer software in Advanced mode, the UA-1EX’s direct monitor switch can be controlled automatically from the sequencer software. 1. Set Input monitor switch to AUTO.
  • Page 43 The “Edirol UA-1EX Driver Settings” dialog box will appear. * In Windows XP, click “Switch to Classic View” to select Classic View on your computer. If you’re not in Classic View, the EDIROL UA-1EX icon won’t be shown. * In Windows Me, click “View all Control Panel options.”...

  • Page 44: Appendices

    If you are using Windows XP, the installation has been completed when the message near the taskbar saying that “Found New Hardware” has disappeared. * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after connecting the UA-1EX is required before the unit will operate normally.

  • Page 45: Windows Me Users

    2. Exit all currently running software (applications). If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well. 3. Place the UA-1EX’s ADVANCED (mode select) switch in the OFF position. 4. Connect the UA-1EX to the computer.

  • Page 46: Windows 98 Users

    3. Place the UA-1EX’s ADVANCED (mode select) switch in the OFF position. 4. Connect the UA-1EX to the computer. * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after connecting the UA-1EX is required before the unit will operate normally.
  • Page 47 8. Click [Next]. Depending on your system, the Driver location may differ from the illustration, but this is not a problem. 9. File (driver) copying will begin. If the Windows CD-ROM is not inserted in the CD-ROM drive, a “Insert Disk” dialog box may appear.

  • Page 48: Input/Output Device Setting

    2. Click the Audio tab. 3. For Sound playback and Sound recording, click the ▼ located at the right of [Default device], and select UA-1EX. 4. Click [OK] to complete the settings. 5. Next, in order to ensure that audio processing occurs smoothly, you need to make settings so that Background Services is given priority.
  • Page 49 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.
  • Page 50 *1 If the CD playback volume does not change when you adjust this control, then change the WAVE volume. • You will be able to use the UA-1EX at the best audio quality if you set the Volume Control volume to the maximum setting.
  • Page 51 When playing audio CDs from the computer’s internal CD-ROM drive, or using the UA-1EX to play game music Windows XP/2000 users: 1. Open the System Properties dialog box. Select Start | Settings | Control Panel, and in the Control Panel, double-click the System icon.

  • Page 52: Mac Os X Users

    • Do not disconnect the UA-1EX while your sequencer software is running. Exit your sequencer software before you disconnect the UA-1EX. • The UA-1EX will not operate in the Mac OS X Classic environment. You can not use it if the Classic environment is running.

  • Page 53: Mac Os 9 Users

    Wait for approximately five seconds. UA-1EX uses a driver included with Mac OS. * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after connecting the UA-1EX is required before the unit will operate normally.

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    When installing, all USB devices other than the UA-1EX should be disconnected from your computer. If you have connected the UA-1EX to an external USB hard disk, please connect the UA-1EX directly to a USB connector on the computer itself.
  • Page 55 The driver cannot be installed unless the USB connector is enabled. Does your computer or USB hub have a sufficient power supply? If you are using bus power, the UA-1EX cannot be connected if insufficient power is being supplied to it. Check whether the following cases might apply.
  • Page 56 Did you connect the UA-1EX to a different USB connector than the one you used when installing the driver? If your computer or USB hub has two or more USB connectors, and you connect the UA-1EX to a USB connector to which you have not previously connected it, this dialog box may appear even though you have already installed the driver.
  • Page 57 Have the drivers been installed correctly? In order to playback audio data using the UA-1EX, the USB Audio Device driver must be installed. For details on installation and settings, refer to Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows p. 14, Macintosh p. 26).
  • Page 58 Did you specify the correct audio data input source within the operating system? Depending on the sequencer software you are using, you may need to specify the UA-1EX as the audio data input source for your computer. For details on this setting, refer to“Driver Settings” (p.
  • Page 59 Noise or pops are heard when recording/playing on your computer Noise is heard during audio playback Pops/clicks occur during audio playback Noise is heard in the recorded sound In Macintosh, check the Energy Saver settings. In the Mac OS System Setup, set Energy Saver as follows. Click the Sleep tab.
  • Page 60 Are you using a USB device in addition to the UA-1EX? Try switching off USB devices other than the UA-1EX. If you have connected the UA-1EX to an external USB hard disk, please connect the UA-1EX directly to a USB connector on the computer itself.
  • Page 61 If your sequencer software has an audio device test function, execute the test function. * After changing the buffer size, you must restart any sequencer software that uses the UA-1EX. Clicks or pops may occur in the sound if a LAN is operating.
  • Page 62 CD-ROM drive or network? If a heavy processing load occurs while the UA-1EX is being used, it may not work correctly. In this case, stop playback/recording, and then start playback/recording once again. If you are still unable to play/record correctly, close all sequencer software that had been using the UA-1EX, and re-connect the UA-1EX.
  • Page 63 The sound is too weak Has a mic been left connected? If a mic is connected to the UA-1EX, disconnect the mic and turn the input sensitivity knob all the way toward the left (lowering the input level). Have you connected the grounding terminal? Connecting the chassis of your computer or the grounding terminal of your computer’s AC power...
  • Page 64 Deleting the driver If you were unable to install the driver according to the procedure given, the UA-1EX may not be recognized correctly by the computer. In this case, use the following procedure to delete the driver, and then follow the procedure in “Getting Connected and Installing Drivers” (Windows (p. 14), Macintosh (p.
  • Page 65 * Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). 2. Drag “USB UA-1EX Driver” from the Extensions folder into the Trash to delete it. 3. Drag the ASIO driver that you installed in “Installing the ASIO driver” (p. 29) into the Trash to delete it.

  • Page 66: Ua-1Ex Block Diagram

    UA-1EX Block Diagram ■ When the recording source select switch is set to ANALOG USB connector USB CODEC USB indicator Digital output connector (optocal) Headphones volume Output indicator Input indicator Line input jacks Hedphone jack Input monitor switch Line output jacks...

  • Page 67: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications ● UA-1EX: USB Audio Interface Controllers ● ADVANCED switch Number of Audio Record/Playback INPUT VOLUME Channels PHONES VOLUME Record: 1 pair of stereo SAMPLE RATE switch Play: 1 pair of stereo 96kHz MODE switch REC SOURCE switch = ANALOG:...
  • Page 68 When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized Information EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country as shown below. REUNION KOREA GUATEMALA CENTRAL/LATIN Maison FO - YAM Marcel Cosmos Corporation Casa Instrumental AMERICA 25 Rue Jules Hermann,...
  • Page 69 TRINIDAD DENMARK POLAND UKRAINE LEBANON AMR Ltd Roland Scandinavia A/S ROLAND POLSKA SP. Z O.O. EURHYTHMICS Ltd. Chahine S.A.L. Ground Floor Nordhavnsvej 7, Postbox 880, UL. Gibraltarska 4. P.O.Box: 37-a. Gerge Zeidan St., Chahine Bldg., Maritime Plaza DK-2100 Copenhagen PL-03664 Warszawa POLAND Nedecey Str.

  • Page 70: Index

    Index Numerics Input monitor switch ..........12 Input volume ............... 11 96 kHz play/record select switch ......latency ................40 ADVANCED (mode select) switch ......11 Line input jacks ............10 Advanced mode ..........11, 14, 26 Line output jacks ............10 ANALOG ..............
  • Page 71 For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : UA-1EX Type of Equipment : USB Audio Interface Responsible Party : Roland Corporation U.S. Address : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 Telephone : (323) 890 3700...
  • Page 72 For EU Countries 04014845...

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