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Roland Studio-Capture Amplifier Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Directly Outputting Each Channel’s Main Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Input .

  • Page 3: Main Features

    Owner’s Manual in its entirety . This manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference . Copyright © 2013 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved . No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of...

  • Page 4: Confirming Package Contents

    This shows the audio signal flow, and how the preamp (p . 30), monitor mixer (p . 32), and patch bay (p . 37) are related . License agreement This agreement permits you to use software for which the copyright is owned by Roland Corporation . You must read this before opening the CD-ROM .
  • Page 5 Confirming Package Contents Rack mount angle Rack mount angle If you want to install the STUDIO-CAPTURE in an 19-inch rack, please use the included rack mount adaptors . Installation Remove the screws from the left and right sides of the STUDIO-CAPTURE (three screws on each side) .

  • Page 6: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Front Panel Number Name Explanation These indicate the input levels of the 16 channels . Adjust the input level so Input level meters that the peak indicator (0; red LED) of each input level meter does not light . These indicate the selected channel .
  • Page 7 Panel Descriptions Number Name Explanation Here you can make settings for the preamp and compressor of the input channel whose input channel indicator is lit (p . 19–p . 22) . [SENS] knob Adjusts the preamp gain of the input channel (p . 20) . [AUTO-SENS] button Automatically sets the level optimally for the audio input signal (p .
  • Page 8 Panel Descriptions INPUT 1–12 jacks These are analog audio input jacks equipped with mic preamps . Either balanced or unbalanced sources can be connected . Guitar Connect to either INPUT 1 or 2, and turn Hi-Z on (p . 20) . Bass Connect using a balanced (XLR) plug and turn on the [48V] button (p .

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Panel Descriptions Rear Panel INPUT 13–16 jacks MONITOR OUT 1L, 2R jacks These are analog audio input jacks . Either bal- Connect a mixer or other device here . anced or unbalanced sources can be connected . [MONITOR OUT LEVEL] switch If this is “ON, ”...
  • Page 10 Panel Descriptions DC IN jack MIDI IN, OUT connectors Connect the included AC adaptor . Connect the MIDI OUT connector to an external MIDI sound module, etc . Place the AC adaptor so the side with the Connect the MIDI IN connector to a MIDI keyboard or indicator (see illustration) faces upwards MIDI controller .

  • Page 11: Usb Driver Installation

    NOTE Do not connect the STUDIO-CAPTURE to the computer until you are directed to do so . MEMO Refer to the Roland website for the latest USB drivers and information about compatibility with the latest operating system versions . http://www.roland.com/support/ Install the USB Driver (Windows) Connect the AC adaptor (p .
  • Page 12 USB Driver Installation When “Ready to install the driver . ” appears, connect the STUDIO-CAPTURE to the computer using the USB cable, and then hold down the [ ] (power) button for several seconds to turn on the power . MEMO If a message appears, follow the instructions on the screen .

  • Page 13: Install The Usb Driver (Mac Os X)

    USB Driver Installation Install the USB Driver (Mac OS X) Connect the AC adaptor (p . 10) . Start up the computer without the STUDIO-CAPTURE connected . Exit all applications that are running . Insert the included “STUDIO-CAPTURE Driver CD-ROM” into the DVD-ROM drive . Double-click the [StudioCapture_USBDriver] icon in the [MacDriver] folder on the CD-ROM .

  • Page 14: Confirm That Sound Can Be Heard

    USB Driver Installation Confirm that Sound Can Be Heard Configure the computer so that audio played from a program that uses the computer’s audio features, such as Music (Windows 8 app), Windows Media Player or iTunes, can be heard . Connect the headphones or amplified speakers (p .
  • Page 15 USB Driver Installation MEMO • The software that starts and is used to play the sample file may vary depending on your computing environment . If different software starts, play the sample file as described in the owner’s manual for the software you are using . •...

  • Page 16: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Connecting Equipment Connect guitars and mics to the INPUT jacks, and amplified speakers to the LINE OUT 1L and 2R jacks . Headphones can be connected to the PHONES 1 jack and PHONE 2 jack (p . 6–p . 10) . Turning the Power On/Off * Before you proceed, you must install the USB driver on your computer (p .

  • Page 17: Turning The Power Off

    Basic Operation Turning the Power Off Before you turn off the power, make sure to do the following . • Turn the [MONITOR OUT LEVEL] knob and [PHONES LEVEL 1] [PHONES LEVEL 2] knobs all the way to the left •...

  • Page 18: Checking The Levels

    Basic Operation Checking the Levels The output levels are shown in the main screen . Sampling rate Indicate if two STUDIO-CAPTURE units are connected Indicate when connected via USB Sync indicator Indicate if reverb is being applied Internal clock (INT), External clock (EXT) Name of the level meters currently shown Level meter...

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Audio Signals

    Basic Operation Adjusting the Audio Signals Adjusting the Mic Preamp and Compressor Each INPUT 1–12 jack has its own mic preamp and compressor which can be adjusted independently . 1. Select the channel that you want to set Press the input channel button (1–12) of the channel that you want to set; the input channel indicator will light .
  • Page 20 Basic Operation 2. Adjusting the mic preamp Phase setting Low-cut on/off If you want to invert the phase of the audio input To apply the low-cut filter, press the [LoCUT] signal, press the [PHASE] button so it’s lit . button so it’s lit . The cutoff frequency is 75 Hz .
  • Page 21 Basic Operation Using AUTO-SENS Press the [AUTO-SENS] button; it will blink . While the button is blinking, perform the loudest portion of the song . If you decide to cancel, press the [DISPLAY] button . Stop performing . There is no input for approximately four seconds, then the [AUTO-SENS] button will change from rapid blinking to being unlit, and you’ll exit this setting .

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Attenuator

    Basic Operation 3. Adjusting the compressor Turning the compressor on/off If you want to compress the high levels and boost the low levels to make the volume consistent and avoid distortion, press the [COMPRESSOR] button so it’s lit . When the compressor is applied, the GR indicator will light . Adjusting threshold Turn the [THRESHOLD] knob to adjust the THRESHOLD setting .

  • Page 23: Settings

    Basic Operation 2. Adjusting the input channel Auto-sens If you use AUTO-SENS, the input level will be automatically set according to the highest level of the audio input signal (p . 21) . Adjusting the nominal input rating Turn the [SENS] knob to adjust the input attenuator so that the peak indicator (0;...
  • Page 24 Basic Operation Main screen Use the [ ] cursor buttons to switch input channels, and use the [VALUE] knob to change the value . Reverb type Use the [ ] buttons P .DLY: Pre delay to move the cursor, and use the TIME: Reverb type VALUE knob to change the value .

  • Page 25: Setting Input And Output Device

    Basic Operation Setting Input and Output Device Precautions concerning the use of DAW software • Connect the STUDIO-CAPTURE to the computer before starting the DAW software . • Do not disconnect the STUDIO-CAPTURE from the computer while the DAW software is running .
  • Page 26 Basic Operation Audio input device 44 .1, 48, 96 Device name ASIO 192 kHz IN 1–2 1–2 (STUDIO-CAPTURE) IN 1–2 (2) IN 3–4 3–4 (STUDIO-CAPTURE) IN 3–4 (4) IN 5–6 5–6 (STUDIO-CAPTURE) IN 5–6 (6) IN 7–8 7–8 (STUDIO-CAPTURE) IN 7–8 (8) IN 9–10 STUDIO- 9–10 (STUDIO-CAPTURE)

  • Page 27: Using The Studio-Capture Control Panel

    INPUT 15 INPUT 16 COAXIAL IN (15/16) Copyright © 2013 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. STUDIO-CAPTURE Patch bay Attenuator p . 37 p .

  • Page 28: Patch Bay

    Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel MEMO Some of the settings, such as those for the preamps, can be controlled by the knobs and buttons of the STUDIO-CAPTURE itself (p . 19) . Preamps You can set the input sensitivity for each of the INPUT 1–12 jacks . You can also set the input sensitivity automatically .

  • Page 29: Control Panel

    “View by:” to the icon view (Large icons or Small icons) . Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows XP Click the Windows [Start], then successively click [Roland], [STUDIO-CAPTURE Driver], and [STUDIO-CAPTURE] . * If you don’t see the STUDIO-CAPTURE icon, open the “Control Panel” and switch to Icon view (Windows 7) or Classic view (Windows Vista/Windows XP) .

  • Page 30: Controlling The Preamps And Mixers

    Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Controlling the Preamps and Mixers Preamp Control Screen Switch to the monitor mixer control Show the attenuator screen screen (p . 32) . (p . 32) . Preamp control Refer to “Device panel” (p . 36) . Preamp You can control these settings individually for each input jack .
  • Page 31 Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Compressor The OUT meter shows the status of the signal that is output from the compressor . The GR meter shows the amount of gain reduction applied by the Disables the compressor . compressor . Mutes signals below the specified Select a compressor preset .

  • Page 32: Attenuator Screen

    Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Attenuator Screen Each of the INPUT 13–16 jacks lets you attenuate the incoming audio signal, allowing you to adjust the input level If this is on, attenuator settings will be linked in stereo . Adjust the attenuation, and switch the nominal input levels as appropriate for the connected devices .
  • Page 33 Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Direct monitors A–D Here you can control the monitor level and balance of the audio data being input via INPUT 1–16 jacks . If this is on, settings other than Adjusts the send level to the reverb PAN will be linked in stereo (refer unit (direct monitor A only) .
  • Page 34 Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel DAW monitor A–D Here you can control the balance of the five stereo channels of audio data sent from the computer, and send it to the headphones or the monitoring section . You can control the four output mixers independently . If this is on, settings other than PAN will be linked in stereo .
  • Page 35 Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Reverb You can apply reverb to the audio signal of the direct monitor in the monitor mixer A . Setting Value Explanation No reverb will be applied . ECHO Echo will be applied . ROOM Reverb that simulates the reverberation of a room .
  • Page 36 Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Device panel Here you can view the status of the STUDIO-CAPTURE’s settings . Selects which unit’s mixer will be shown Indicates the clock source . when two STUDIO-CAPTURE units are connected (p . 46) . Setting Explanation When you click this button, the display of...

  • Page 37: Patch Bay

    Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Patch Bay The PATCHBAY dialog box will appear when you choose [Open the Patchbay] from the “Device” menu . As appropriate for your needs, you can freely assign the output destinations of the four monitor mixers and the output destinations of the playback channels from the computer .

  • Page 38: Saving Or Loading Settings On The Computer

    Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Saving or Loading Settings on the Computer From the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel, you can save the current settings as a file, or load previously saved settings from a file . The following settings are saved . •...

  • Page 39: Changing The Auto-Sens Settings

    Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Loading user presets from a file In the preamp control screen (p . 30), click [PRESET], then [User Preset], then [Load User Presets . . .] . Select the file that you want to load . * When you load user presets from a file, all 16 of the currently stored user presets will be overwritten .

  • Page 40: Directly Outputting Each Channel's

    Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Directly Outputting Each Channel’s Input If you choose the command [Directly Output the Inputs] from the “Device” menu, the input signals from the INPUT 1–8 jacks will be passed directly to the output jacks . * The settings of mixers A–D and the patch bay will change .

  • Page 41: Synchronizing With Other Devices

    Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel Synchronizing with Other Devices If you’re using a coaxial cable to synchronize the STUDIO-CAPTURE with another device, click the “Device” menu, then click [Device Settings] and make the appropriate settings for “SYNC” and “INPUT SELECTOR (15/16) . ” For details, refer to ”Connecting Two STUDIO-CAPTURE Units”...

  • Page 42: Usb Driver Settings

    Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel USB Driver Settings Here’s how to view or modify the USB driver settings . For details, refer to “USB Driver Settings” (p . 54) . Windows From the “Driver” menu, choose [Driver Settings] . Mac OS X From the “STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel”...

  • Page 43: Changing The System Settings

    Changing the System Settings System settings can be changed in the STUDIO-CAPTURE’s SYSTEM screen . Press the [VALUE] knob ([MENU] button) . The SYSTEM screen appears . Use the [ ] [ ] cursor buttons to move the cursor to the parameter that you want to change .
  • Page 44 Changing the System Settings Parameter Explanation Initializes the mute and solo settings of the channels . CLEAR MUTE/ To initialize the settings, turn the [VALUE] knob to choose “Yes” and then press the [VALUE] SOLO knob ([MENU] button) . If you decide not to clear the settings, choose “No, ” and then press the [VALUE] knob ([MENU] button) .

  • Page 45: Advanced Operation

    Advanced Operation Outputting to Four Monitor Systems The sounds being input to INPUT 1–16 can be mixed independently by the four monitor mixers, and sent from each mixer to a different output destination . This lets you create a separate monitor mix for each player in a band . Monitor speakers Monitor speakers Microphone...

  • Page 46: Units

    Advanced Operation Connecting Two STUDIO-CAPTURE Units If you connect two STUDIO-CAPTURE units, you’ll be able to use them as a 32-in/20-out audio interface with ASIO on Windows or with Core Audio on Mac OS X . In order to connect two STUDIO-CAPTURE units and use them, you must turn “ON” the “VS EXPAND”...
  • Page 47 Advanced Operation Specify the sampling rate (p . 53) . * When using two units, they cannot be used with the 96 and 192 kHz setting . Make the following settings in the SYSTEM screen (p . 43) . Parameter Value VS EXPAND If equipment is connected to the...
  • Page 48 Advanced Operation The procedure will differ depending on your system . Proceed as follows . Windows If you’re using Windows, the two STUDIO-CAPTURE units must be connected to the same USB controller . In the driver settings of “USB Driver Settings” (p . 54), select the VS EXPAND check box .
  • Page 49 Advanced Operation Connect your headphones to the PHONES jack of the first STUDIO-CAPTURE unit . The number of audio ports will increase, allowing you to record and play back using 32-in/20-out . STUDIO-CAPTURE device name First unit STUDIO-CAPTURE Second unit STUDIO-CAPTURE EXP Settings for monitoring through headphones Start up the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel (p .
  • Page 50 Advanced Operation In the lower left of the screen, click the [STUDIO-CAPTURE] button . The state of the first STUDIO-CAPTURE unit will be shown . Switch to the direct mixer control screen, and check to make sure that the sliders for channels 15–16 of DIRECT MIXER A are sufficiently raised .
  • Page 51 Advanced Operation Input/output devices (first unit) Input Device Output Device IN 1-2 OUT 1-2 IN 1-2 (2) OUT 1-2 (2) IN 3-4 OUT 3-4 IN 3-4 (4) OUT 3-4 (4) IN 5-6 OUT 5-6 STUDIO-CAPTURE IN 5-6 (6) OUT 5-6 (6) IN 7-8 OUT 7-8 IN 7-8 (8)

  • Page 52: Device

    Advanced Operation Synchronizing with Another Digital Device To synchronize with another digital device, set “SYNC” to [AUTO] . You can set “SYNC” in the following locations . • The SYSTEM screen of the STUDIO-CAPTURE unit (p . 43) • The STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel “Device” menu -> [Device Settings] (p . 41) Make the following settings if you want to digitally record the output of another digital device .

  • Page 53: Appendices

    Appendices Sampling Rate Setting * If software or the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel that uses the STUDIO-CAPTURE is running, you must close . Press the [VALUE] knob ([MENU] button) to access the SYSTEM screen . Use the [ ] [ ] buttons to choose “SAMPLE RATE . ” Turn the [VALUE] knob to change the setting .

  • Page 54: Restoring The Factory Settings

    “View by:” to the icon view (Large icons or Small icons) . Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows XP Click the Windows [Start], then successively click [Roland], [STUDIO-CAPTURE Driver], and [STUDIO-CAPTURE] . * If you don’t see the STUDIO-CAPTURE icon, open the “Control Panel” and switch to Icon view...
  • Page 55 Appendices Setting Explanation You can display the current sampling rate . To change the sampling rate, select a sampling rate from the menu . SAMPLE RATE * The sampling rate cannot be changed during playback or recording, or when equipment is connected to the COAXIAL IN (15/16) jack . You can display the current clock source .

  • Page 56: Mac Os X Midi Settings

    Appendices Mac OS X Open the “Applications” folder, and double-click the [STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel] icon . The “Driver Settings” panel appears . Setting Explanation You can display the current sampling rate . To change the sampling rate, select a sampling rate from the menu . SAMPLE RATE * The sampling rate cannot be changed during playback or recording, or when equipment is connected to the COAXIAL IN (15/16) jack .
  • Page 57 Appendices Confirm that [STUDIO-CAPTURE] appears in the “MIDI Studio” window . If [STUDIO-CAPTURE] does not appear or if it is grayed out, it means that the STUDIO-CAPTURE is not being detected properly . In this case, click the [Rescan MIDI] icon . Also, try turning the STUDIO-CAPTURE off and then on again .
  • Page 58 Appendices Click the [Test Setup] icon . The [Test Setup] icon turns on (blue) . MEMO If you have a sound module connected to the STUDIO-CAPTURE’s MIDI OUT connector, a fairly loud sound will be heard when you perform the next step . Reduce the volume of your sound module before continuing .

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    If this troubleshooting doesn’t help you solve a problem, please refer to the support section of our website . If the problem is not resolved, refer to the contact information (refer to the last page) and contact the nearest Roland Service Center or an authorized Roland distributor . Roland support website: http://www.roland.com/support/...

  • Page 60: Using The Studio-Capture

    Appendices Problem Items to Check Action If you change the USB port to which the Windows XP STUDIO-CAPTURE is connected, the “Found New Hardware Wizard” may appear again The “Found New Did you connect the STUDIO-CAPTURE to a even if the USB driver has already been Hardware Wizard”...
  • Page 61 Appendices Problem Items to Check Action Connect the STUDIO-CAPTURE after the Was the STUDIO-CAPTURE connected to the computer has started up . With some computer while the computer was starting computers, the STUDIO-CAPTURE cannot be used if it is connected to the computer while the computer is starting up .
  • Page 62 Appendices Problem Items to Check Action Check the patch bay settings in Is the patch bay set correctly? STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel (p . 37) . In the STUDIO-CAPTURE Control Panel, Are there channels that are set to mute or check the MUTE and SOLO settings (p . 33, solo? p .
  • Page 63 Appendices Problem Items to Check Action Is the DAW software configured to record in stereo? When a signal is input via a single INPUT jack, Change the DAW software’s settings so If so, the signal input via the odd numbered only one channel is that it records in monaural .
  • Page 64 Appendices Problem Items to Check Action Windows Is the power management setting in Refer to the “Win (Mac) Driver/Readme . Windows set to economy mode? htm” file on the STUDIO-CAPTURE Driver CD-ROM . Windows Have you set the system’s “Performance” setting? Is the STUDIO-CAPTURE connected to a USB Connect the STUDIO-CAPTURE directly to...
  • Page 65 Appendices Problem Items to Check Action Use the [SENS] knob to adjust the input level of the STUDIO-CAPTURE (p . 20, p . 23) . If Is the input level appropriate? your software has an input level adjust- ment, check the input level setting . Recordings are too The STUDIO-CAPTURE’s microphone input loud or too quiet...

  • Page 66: Connected

    Appendices Problem Items to Check Action Change the sampling rate within the software currently being used, or exit the Are you playing or recording audio data? software and then change the sampling rate in the Driver Settings dialog box . Is there another program using the Exit the program that is using the STUDIO-CAPTURE?
  • Page 67 Appendices Problem Items to Check Action Could your headphones or monitor speakers Connect your headphones and monitor be connected to the first STUDIO-CAPTURE speakers to the first STUDIO-CAPTURE unit . unit? Could you have connected a coaxial cable from the second unit’s COAXIAL OUT (9/10) Connect the coaxial cable correctly jack to the first unit’s COAXIAL IN (15/16) jack?

  • Page 68: Avoid Problems

    Appendices Changing Computer Settings to Avoid Problems This section explains how to solve problems discussed in “Using the STUDIO-CAPTURE” (p . 60) . For details about configuring your operating system’s settings or deleting the USB driver, refer to the “Win (Mac) Driver/Readme .htm” file on the STUDIO-CAPTURE Driver CD-ROM . Setting the System Volume If the playback volume is too loud or too low, try adjusting the system volume .

  • Page 69: Software Settings

    Appendices Mac OS X Open “System Preferences” and click the [Sound] icon . Click the [Output] tab . In the “Select a device for sound output” area, make sure that [STUDIO-CAPTURE] is selected and use the “Output volume” slider to adjust the volume . If the mute check box is selected, clear the check box .

  • Page 70: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Roland STUDIO-CAPTURE (UA-1610): USB 2.0 Audio Interface Sampling Rate: 192 kHz, 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44 .1 kHz Number of Audio Record/ Record: 16 channels Playback Channels Playback: 10 channels PC interface: 24 bits Signal Processing AD/DA Conversion: 24 bits AD/DA Conversion: 192 kHz, 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44 .1 kHz...
  • Page 71 Main Specifications INPUT 1–12 jacks *1: XLR type (balanced, phantom power *2: DC +48 V (unloaded maximum), 10 mA (maximum load)) *1 INPUT 1–2 jacks support high impedance *2 Provided on all XLR-type input jacks . Current value is per channel . Total must not exceed 50 mA .

  • Page 72: Using The Unit Safely

    . Refer all servicing to your retailer, source of power . When the power needs to the nearest Roland Service Center, or an be completely turned off, turn off the power authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the switch on the unit, then pull out the plug from “Information”...
  • Page 73 . Do not use overseas Before using the unit in overseas, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page .
  • Page 74 USING THE UNIT SAFELY WARNING CAUTION Do not use a CD-ROM in an audio CD player Disconnect everything before moving the unit DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC audio CD player . The resulting sound may be adaptor and all cords coming from external of a level that could cause permanent hearing devices .

  • Page 75: Important Notes

    • Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near or a computer once it has been lost . Roland Corporation devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed assumes no liability concerning such loss of data .
  • Page 76 Technology Properties Limited the cable . (TPL) . Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL Group . Handling CDs / DVDs • ASIO is a trademark and software of Steinberg Media •...

  • Page 77: Index

    Index Preamp control screen . . . . . . . . 30 Symbols Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 48V .

  • Page 78: Declaration Of Conformity

    For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : UA-1610 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 79 For EU Countries For China...

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