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- Page 1 For the following languages, a PDF version of the Owner’s Manual can be found on the CD-ROM. Deutsch, Français, Italiano, Español, Português, Nederlands...
- Page 2 Preparing Your DUO-CAPTURE EX Install the USB Driver p. 12 Configure the Input/Output Device p. 17 Connect a Guitar or Microphone p. 18, p. 19 Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 37) and “IMPORTANT NOTES”...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Panel Descriptions ....6 Using the DUO-CAPTURE EX ..21 Front Panel ..... 6 Mac OS X MIDI Settings . -
Page 4: Introduction
DUO-CAPTURE EX Owner’s Manual This is the document you’re reading. Keep it on hand for reference when needed. DUO-CAPTURE EX Driver CD-ROM Contains USB drivers, demo songs, and a PDF version of the Owner’s Manual. Cakewalk SONAR LE DVD-ROM Windows Contains SONAR LE. -
Page 5: License Agreement
Introduction USB cable Use this cable to connect the DUO-CAPTURE EX to the USB port of your computer. * Please use only the included USB cable. If you require a replacement due to loss or damage, please contact the nearest Roland Service center or an authorized Roland distributor (p. 45). -
Page 6: Panel Descriptions
-46–+2 dBu MEMO • To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume and turn off all devices (except the computer) before making any connections. • DUO-CAPTURE EX is equipped GND (SLEEVE) with balanced (XLR/TRS) type 1: GND jacks. -
Page 7: Phones Jack
Replace the batteries as soon as possible. • When using the optional AC adaptor, the DUO-CAPTURE EX will automatically be switched off after 10 consecutive hours of no communication with the computer. The power indicator will blink 5 minutes before the unit switches off automatically. -
Page 8: Rear Panel
COLD (RING) USB port ( Connects to the computer. NOTE Do not connect the DUO-CAPTURE EX to the computer until the driver has been installed (p. 12). - Page 9 Introduction [PHANTOM] switch Determines whether the DUO-CAPTURE EX supplies phantom power to the XLR connectors of the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 jacks. Switch.position Connected.equipment Condenser microphone that requires phantom power +48V * Phantom power supplied by this unit: DC 48 V; maximum 6 mA (for INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 combined).
- Page 10 • When a guitar is connected to the INPUT 1 jack and nothing is connected to the INPUT 2 jack, set to “MONO. ” • Even when set to “MONO, ” a stereo audio signal is output from the DUO-CAPTURE EX’s USB port.
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Page 11: Using Batteries
Introduction Using Batteries When using the DUO-CAPTURE EX with the [COMPUTER/TAB] switch (p. 10) set to “TAB, ” three alkaline batteries or commercially available rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (AA, LR6) are required. Inserting the Batteries (Bottom Panel) Remove.the.battery.case.cover.on.the.bottom.panel. of.the.DUO-CAPTURE.EX . While pressing the tab, lift the cover. -
Page 12: Usb.driver.installation
A USB driver is software installed on your computer that handles data sent between your computer’s software and the DUO-CAPTURE EX. In order to use the DUO-CAPTURE EX with a computer, the USB driver must be installed. NOTE Do.not.connect.the.DUO-CAPTURE.EX.to.the.computer.until.you.are.directed.to.do.so . - Page 13 When.“Ready.to.install.the.driver . ” .appears,.connect.the.DUO-CAPTURE.EX.to.the. computer.using.the.USB.cable.and.set.the.[POWER].switch.to.the.“on”.position . MEMO • Do not connect any cables to the DUO-CAPTURE EX other than the USB cable. • If a message appears, follow the instructions on the screen. Windows.XP If using Windows XP, follow the instructions on the screen and continue the installation.
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Page 14: Install The Usb Driver (Mac Os X)
[Install Software] button or [OK] button. Follow.the.instructions.on.the.screen.and.install.the.software . 5-1 . . When “Welcome to the DUO-CAPTURE EX Driver installer” appears, click the [Continue] button. 5-2 . . If the screen for selecting the installation destination appears, select the startup disk and click the [Continue] button. -
Page 15: Confirm That Sound Can Be Heard
Open the “Control Panel, ” click the [Hardware and Sound] icon , and then click the [Sound] icon. If you have selected Icon view or Classic view, double-click the [Sound] icon. 2-2 . . Click the [Playback] tab, select the DUO-CAPTURE EX’s [OUT], and then click the [Set Default] button. 2-3 . . - Page 16 • If you cannot select “DUO-CAPTURE EX” in step 2-2, refer to “Using the DUO-CAPTURE EX” (p. 21). • If the DUO-CAPTURE EX is selected as the output device, the computer’s audio alerts will be...
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Page 17: Connections.and.settings
Configure the settings necessary to use the DAW software to play audio and MIDI, and to record audio. Select the DUO-CAPTURE EX as the audio and MIDI input device, and as the output device. For details about settings, refer to the documentation for your software. -
Page 18: Playing Back
DAW software or the sound from an instrument or audio device connected to the DUO-CAPTURE EX. * To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume and turn all devices (except the computer) off before making any connections. -
Page 19: Recording
Connections and Settings Recording You can use your DAW software to record audio from the INPUT 1 jack and INPUT 2 jack. When a device is connected to the INPUT 1 jack or to the INPUT 2 jack, set the [PHANTOM] switch (p. 9) and the [INST] switch (p. -
Page 20: Appendix
If this chapter 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 (p. 45) and contact the nearest Roland Service center or an authorized Roland distributor. Roland support website: http://www.roland.com/support/... -
Page 21: Using The Duo-Capture Ex
USB.driver.is.installed Follow step 6-1 of the USB driver installation procedure (p. 13) and install the USB driver. If you connect the DUO-CAPTURE EX to a different Windows.7/. USB port of the computer than the one you used Windows.Vista... - Page 22 Windows? the.DUO-CAPTURE.EX. device Mac.OS.X Configure Audio MIDI Setup (p. 26). Have you configured “Audio MIDI Setup”? When using the DUO-CAPTURE EX, no sound is heard from the computer’s No.sound.is.heard. speakers. from.the.computer’s. This is not a malfunction. Connect headphones or an audio...
- Page 23 Appendix Problem Items.to.Check Action The DUO-CAPTURE EX’s microphone input Does the sensitivity of the microphone level is -60 dBu for the XLR connector, and My.microphone.is.too. match the input level of the -46 dBu for the TRS phone type jack. If the...
- Page 24 DUO-CAPTURE EX Driver Windows CD-ROM. Have you set the system’s “Performance” setting? Is the DUO-CAPTURE EX connected to a USB Connect the DUO-CAPTURE EX directly to hub? one of the computer’s USB ports. Sound.is.interrupted. You must use the included USB cable.
- Page 25 Problem Items.to.Check Action Use the [SENS 1] or [SENS 2] knob to adjust the input level of the DUO-CAPTURE EX. Is the input level appropriate? If your software has an input level adjust- ment, check the input level setting. Recordings.are.too.
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Page 26: Mac Os X Midi Settings
Confirm.that.[DUO-CAPTURE.EX].appears.in.the.“MIDI.Studio”.window.or.the.“Audio. MIDI.Setup”.dialog.box . If [DUO-CAPTURE EX] does not appear or if it is grayed out, it means that the DUO-CAPTURE EX is not being detected properly. In this case, click the [Rescan MIDI] icon. Also, try turning the DUO-CAPTURE EX off and then on again. - Page 27 The [Test Setup] icon turns on (blue). MEMO If you have a sound module connected to the DUO-CAPTURE EX’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.
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Page 28: Avoid Problems
DUO-CAPTURE EX” (p. 21). 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 DUO-CAPTURE EX Driver CD-ROM. Setting the System Volume If the playback volume is too loud or too low, try adjusting the system volume. - Page 29 Appendix Windows.XP Open.the.“Control.Panel,”.click.the.[Sounds,.Speech,.and.Audio.Devices].icon,.and. then.click.the.[Sounds.and.Audio.Devices].icon . If you have selected Classic view, double-click the [Sounds and Audio Devices] icon. Click.the.[Audio].tab . In.the.“Sound.playback”.area,.make.sure.that.[OUT.(DUO-CAPTURE.EX)].is.selected. as.the.“Default.device,”.and.click.the.[Volume].button . When.the.volume.control.appears,.adjust.the.“Wave”.volume . If the mute check box is selected, clear the check box. 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.[DUO-CAPTURE.EX.
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Page 30: Software Settings
Appendix Voice Communication Software Settings Windows.7 If you are using voice communication software, the volume of the audio device may be adjusted automatically to suit the characteristics of the conversation. Use the following procedure to disable automatic volume adjustment. Open.the.“Control.Panel,”.click.the.[Hardware.and.Sound].icon,.and.then.click.the. [Sound].icon . -
Page 31: Advanced Usb Driver Settings
Audio.Buffer.Size * After adjusting the buffer size, make sure to restart all programs that are using the DUO-CAPTURE EX. If using software that has an “audio device test” function, run the test function. [Show.“README”] Displays the online manual for the USB driver. - Page 32 Audio.Buffer.Size * After adjusting the buffer size, make sure to restart all programs that are using the DUO-CAPTURE EX. If using software that has an “audio device test” function, run the test function. If audio drops out or if noise is heard even if you have adjusted the buffer size setting Recording.Margin...
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Page 33: Main Specifications
Appendix Main Specifications Roland DUO-CAPTURE EX UA-22: USB Audio Interface Recording: 2 channels Number.of.Audio.Recording/ Playback.Channels Playback: 2 channels PC interface: 24 bits Signal.Processing AD/DA Conversion: 24 bits Sampling.Frequency AD/DA Conversion: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz INPUT 1, 2 (XLR type): -60– -12 dBu Nominal.Input.Level... - Page 34 1 lb 1 oz Owner’s Manual Read Me First License Agreement Accessories DUO-CAPTURE EX Driver CD-ROM Cakewalk SONAR LE DVD-ROM (Windows) USB cable Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) ×3 AC adaptor (PSB-1U) * When purchasing an AC adaptor, be sure to specify the adaptor (from the list that Options.(Sold.separately)
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Page 37: Using.the.unit.safely
1U), and make sure the line voltage at the to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, installation matches the input voltage specified the nearest Roland Service Center, or an on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the may use a different polarity, or be designed for “Information”... -
Page 38: Using The Unit Safely
Do.not.use.overseas containers containing liquid on this product. Before using the unit in a foreign country, Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland operation, or other malfunctions. Service Center, or an authorized Roland Turn.off.the.unit.if.an.abnormality.or. - Page 39 USING THE UNIT SAFELY CAUTION CAUTION Unplug.the.AC.adaptor.from.the.outlet. Place.in.a.well.ventilated.location before.cleaning The unit and the AC adaptor should be located Before cleaning the unit, disconnect the so their location or position does not interfere AC adaptor (p. 8) and all cords coming from with their proper ventilation.
- Page 40 For details on the requirements of your microphone, refer to its owner’s manual. (The DUO-CAPTURE EX’s phantom power supply is DC 48 V, 6 mA for INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 combined.) Handle.leaking.batteries.carefully •...
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Page 41: Important.notes
• When moved from one location to another where the DUO-CAPTURE EX again. the temperature and/or humidity is very different, Power.Supply:.Use.of.Batteries water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. -
Page 42: Important Notes
Rough handling can connection method, contact the lead to malfunctions. nearest Roland Service Center, or an • When disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector authorized Roland distributor, as listed itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will on the “Information”... - Page 43 • ASIO is a trademark and software of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH. • Microsoft product screen shots reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation. • Roland is an either registered trademark or trademark of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Cakewalk and SONAR are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Cakewalk, Inc.
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Page 44: Index
Index ASIO ..........17 Sampling frequency . - Page 45 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. TAIWAN ECUADOR POLAND KUWAIT AFRICA EUROPE ROLAND TAIWAN ENTERPRISE Mas Musika ROLAND POLSKA SP. Z O.O. EASA HUSAIN AL-YOUSIFI &...
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Page 47: Declaration Of Conformity
For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : UA-22 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 48 [PHANTOM] (XLR ONLY) [DIRECT MONITOR] +48V [INST] (TRS ONLY) Hi-Z/Lo-Z PEAK...