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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.
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Copyright © 2003 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 should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Copyright © 2003 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

  • Page 2: Using The Unit Safely

    If you Roland Service Center, or an autho- experience any hearing loss or ringing rized Roland distributor, as listed on in the ears, you should immediately the “Information”...
  • Page 3 • Try to prevent cords and cables from request servicing by your retailer, the becoming entangled. Also, all cords nearest Roland Service Center, or an and cables should be placed so they authorized Roland distributor, as are out of the reach of children.

  • Page 4: Important Notes

    (e.g., hard disk) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no 352b • Noise may be produced if wireless communi- liability concerning such loss of data.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT NOTES 852b • Use a cable from Roland to make the • When exchanging audio signals through a connection. If using some other make of digital connection with an external connection cable, please note the following instrument, this unit can perform recording precautions.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY ..............2 IMPORTANT NOTES................4 Features of the UA-3FX................7 Check the contents of the package ............8 Names of things and what they do ............. 10 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows)....... 14 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh)..... 26 Basic use....................

  • Page 7: Features Of The Ua-3Fx

    * You will need to use Windows XP or Mac OS X in order to utilize 24-bit audio. * If you install the dedicated UA-3FX driver that is included, you will also be able to use 24-bit audio with other operating systems.

  • Page 8: Check The Contents Of The Package

    Check the contents of the package The UA-3FX comes with the following items. When you open the package, check that you have all of these items. If any are missing, contact the dealer where you purchased the UA-3FX. ■ UA-3FX fig.UA-3FX...
  • Page 9 Check the contents of the package ■ Owner’s manual This is the manual you are reading. When using the UA-3FX, keep this at hand for reference. ■ License agreements These license agreements grant you permission to use certain software whose copyrights are the property of Roland Corporation.

  • Page 10: Names Of Things And What They Do

    Names of things and what they do Panel fig.top fig.001 Mic input jack (plug-in powered mic) A miniature condenser mic that requires a power supply can be connected to this jack. You must use a mic that supports plug-in power. This jack provides a 3.3 V power supply. Use the guitar/mic input adjustment slider ( ) to adjust the volume.

  • Page 11: Usb Connector

    DIGITAL * If DIGITAL is selected but no signal is being input from the digital input connector, the UA-3FX will operate as if ANALOG was selected. The audio signal output from your computer via USB will be sent through LOOP-BACK the UA-3FX and returned to your computer.

  • Page 12: Effect Knobs

    USB indicator This will light in blue if the UA-3FX is connected to your computer via the USB cable and the computer has recognized the UA-3FX correctly.

  • Page 13: Headphone Jack

    ON. In order to use “Advanced mode” (p. 14), you will need to install the UA-3FX's dedicated driver from the included CD-ROM. (➔ “Advanced mode and Standard driver mode” (Windows ➔...

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

    A “driver” is software that transfers data between the UA-3FX and application software running on your computer, when your computer and the UA-3FX are connected by a USB cable. The driver sends data from your application to the UA-3FX, and from the UA- 3FX to your application.
  • Page 15 13)) The standard USB audio driver included with Windows will be used. In standard driver mode, audio signals are transferred between the UA-3FX and the computer at a resolution of 16 / 24 bits and sampling frequencies of 32 / 44.1 / 48 kHz. Select this mode if you are using an application that uses Window’s own functionality, such as an...

  • Page 16: Installing The Special Driver

    • Windows Me/98 users......(p. 21) ■ Windows XP users With the UA-3FX disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). * If you are using Windows XP Professional, you must log on using a user name with an administrative account type (e.g., Administrator).
  • Page 17 The Found New Hardware Wizard will appear. Make sure that the screen indicates “EDIROL UA-3FX ”, select “Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)”, and click [Next]. The screen will indicate “Please choose your search and installation options”.
  • Page 18 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) Make sure that the “Model” field indicates “EDIROL UA-3FX ”, and click [Next]. Driver installation will begin. * If the “Driver Signing Options” setting is not set to “Ignore” in step 4, the Install Hardware dialog box will appear.
  • Page 19 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) ■ Windows 2000 users With the UA-3FX disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). Log on to Windows as a user with administrative privileges (such as Administrator).
  • Page 20 CD-ROM drive. The SetupInf dialog box will appear. You are now ready to install the driver. Set the UA-3FX’s ADVANCED (mode select) switch to the ON position. Use the USB cable to connect the UA-3FX to your computer. 942* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit.
  • Page 21 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) The “Find New Hardware Wizard” may be displayed. Verify that “EDIROL UA-3FX” is displayed, and click [Finish]. If the “Find New Hardware Wizard” dialog box is not displayed, proceed to step 17. The System Settings Change dialog box may appear.

  • Page 22: Settings And Checking

    Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) Set the UA-3FX’s ADVANCED (mode select) switch to the ON position. Use the USB cable to connect the UA-3FX to your computer. The driver will be installed automatically. In the SetupInf dialog box, click [OK].
  • Page 23 For details on Advanced mode and Standard Driver mode, refer to Standard driver mode” (p. 14). Advanced mode Sound playback EDIROL UA-3FX Sound recording EDIROL UA-3FX Close the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box. Click OK to complete the settings.

  • Page 24: Windows 98 Users

    Specify the “Preferred device”. Click the Playback field and Recording field, make the following selections from the list that appears. Advanced mode Playback EDIROL UA-3FX Recording EDIROL UA-3FX “Advanced mode and For details on Advanced mode and Standard Driver mode, refer to Standard driver mode”...

  • Page 25: Check Whether There Is Sound

    When the Recording source select switch is set to DIGITAL, it is not possible to play back audio data from your computer. Set the switch to ANALOG. Was the sample data played back? If it was played back correctly, this means that the computer and the UA-3FX are connected correctly, and that the drivers have been installed correctly.

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

    A “driver” is software that transfers data between the UA-3FX and application software running on your computer, when your computer and the UA-3FX are connected by a USB cable. The driver sends data from your application to the UA-3FX, and from the UA-3FX to your application.
  • Page 27 * In order for the setting of the ADVANCED (mode select) switch to take effect, you must exit all sequencer software and other applications that use the UA-3FX, and re-connect the UA-3FX. The installation procedure will differ depending on your system.
  • Page 28 In the Driver (Mac OS X) folder of the CD-ROM, double-click UA3FXUSBDriver.pkg. In the Authenticate dialog box, input the password and click [OK]. The display will indicate “Welcome to the EDIROL UA-3FX USB Driver Installer”. Click [Continue]. The display will indicate “Select a Destination”.
  • Page 29 Although “44.1 kHz” is used for the purpose of explanation within this document, this changes depending on the actual setting of the sampling frequency select switch on your UA-3FX. In the Output tab, set “Choose a device for sound output” to “EDIROL UA- 3FX 44.1kHz”.
  • Page 30 Please note the following points Before using the UA-3FX with your software, please note the following points. * Connect the UA-3FX to your computer via a USB cable before you start up your sequencer or other software. * Do not disconnect the UA-3FX’s USB cable while your sequencer or other software is running.
  • Page 31 A dialog box will indicate Installation was successful. Click [Restart] to restart your Macintosh. Use a USB cable to connect the UA-3FX to your computer before you start up your software. If your software allows you to make audio input/output settings,...

  • Page 32: Installing The Asio Driver

    Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) ■ Installing the ASIO driver This section explains how to install the ASIO driver that allows the UA-3FX to be used by your sequencer software or audio editing software. The UA-3FX cannot play back audio data from the Macintosh’s sound manager (such as audio CDs and alert sounds).

  • Page 33: Basic Use

    Basic use This chapter explains various ways in which you can connect and use the UA-3FX. 921* * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before disconnecting the USB cable.

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

    LINE IN fig.loop.e If you connect the UA-3FX 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-3FX and the other device, causing oscillation and producing an unexpected high volume.

  • Page 35: Recording Sound From Your Computer Onto Md Or Dat

    * The UA-3FX does not support professional digital audio device formats. * The UA-3FX cannot mix the input signals from the various input jacks with the input signal from the digital input jack and output them from the digital output jack.

  • Page 36: Recording The Digital Output From A Cd/Md/Dat Into Your Computer

    * If no signal is being received from the digital input connector even though the recording source select switch is set to DIGITAL, the UA-3FX will operate in the same way as when the switch is set to ANALOG.

  • Page 37: Recording A Guitar Or Mic

    Basic use Recording a guitar or mic Here’s how you can play your guitar or sing along with audio data played back from your computer, and use your sequencer or other software to record just the sound of the guitar or mic.

  • Page 38: Guitar/Mic Input Adjustment Slider

    Most mics are either dynamic mics or condenser mics; either type of mic can be connected to the UA-3FX. The UA-3FX also supports “plug-in powered mics,” a type of miniature condenser mic designed for connection to the mic input of a computer or the recording jack of an MD (Mini Disc) recorder.

  • Page 39: Recording Internet Radio Or Other Computer Sound

    Here’s how you can use your computer to record Internet radio or other sound from your computer. fig.pc.e Computer USB connector The sound that is output from your computer will pass through the UA-3FX, and be USB cable returned to the computer. USB connector Set this to the sampling frequency...

  • Page 40: Playing Back 5.1 Ch Surround From Your Computer

    Signal flow Set to ANALOG The UA-3FX’s 5.1 channel digital output can be played back by an amp that has a built-in 5.1 channel decoder. • During 5.1 channel playback, the output level indicators will light successively from the left.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Audio Latency

    Basic use Adjusting the audio latency When using the UA-3FX 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.
  • Page 42 2. The “EDIROL UA-3FX Driver Settings” dialog box will appear. * In Windows XP, click “Switch to classic view” to switch the display to the classic view. EDIROL UA-3FX will not be displayed unless the classic view is selected. * In Windows Me, click “View all Control Panel options”.

  • Page 43: Applying Effects

    Applying effects The UA-3FX’s effects provide an easy way to change the character of the sound, and are a great convenience for audio editing. Three types of digital effect are provided, and these can be applied while you play back sound or record from a mic or guitar. You can use the four knobs to easily adjust the character of the effect that is applied to the mic, guitar, or the sound from the line inputs or digital input.
  • Page 44 Applying effects Applying effects to the recording fig.eng-panel1_50 ig.advance-fx1.e Capture Play back ADVANCED Advanced effect Applying effects to the playback fig.eng-panel2_50 fig.advance-fx2.e Internet radio Audio CD Capture Play back Center cancel ADVANCED Advanced effect...
  • Page 45 Applying effects Applying effects Use the effect variation switch to select the desired effect. fig.fx-sw Press the capture button or the playback button. No effect will be applied if neither the capture button or the playback button are turned on (lit). You cannot turn both buttons on simultaneously.

  • Page 46: Using Effects

    Applying effects Using effects ■ Mastering effect (MASTERING) When capturing audio from a cassette tape or LP (vinyl record), you can use this effect to improve the quality of the audio file that is captured on your computer. fig.fx-master.e Set to 1.

  • Page 47: Using The Mastering Effect

    Applying effects Using the mastering effect Here’s how you can archive a favorite cassette tape onto a CD fig.fx-master3.e Monitor speakers Computer Radio cassette player/Stereo set USB cable LINE OUT connector LINE IN Audio cables Audio cables Turn on the capture button connector OUTPUT...
  • Page 48 Applying effects Examples of effect settings Removing noise from a cassette tape fig.fx-temp1 1.MASTERING Recording without including extraneous noises from the surroundings fig.fx-temp2 1.MASTERING Sharpening the sound from a mic that lacks clarity fig.fx-temp3 1.MASTERING Making a live voice sound crisper and cleaner fig.fx-temp4 1.MASTERING Clarifying the sound of a low-quality MP3...
  • Page 49 Applying effects ■ Listening effect (LISTENING) You can apply this effect to the playback of a CD to enhance the sound in various ways. fig.fx-master-2.e Set to 2.LISTENING fig.fx-master2-2.e Effect Explanation When you input a stereo source such as a CD, this lets you eliminate sounds that are located in the center of the stereo image, creating a karaoke version without vocals.
  • Page 50 Applying effects Using the Listening effect Here’s how you can transform your computer into a karaoke system. You apply effects to the sound from Internet radio or a CD player. fig.fx-master4.e Computer Internet radio Monitor speakers USB cable LINE IN Audio cables connector Turn the playback...
  • Page 51 Applying effects ■ Performance effect It is useful to apply this effect when you are recording a mic or guitar. fig.fx-master-3.e Set to 3.PERFORM fig.fx-master2-3.e Effect Explanation Modifies the pitch, giving the sound a completely different character. FX VOICE As you turn the effect knob from OFF toward the maximum (far right), the pitch will rise.
  • Page 52 Applying effects Adding variation to your sound Here’s how you can apply effects to the sound from your guitar or mic. fig.fx-master5.e Computer Monitor speakers Plug-in powered mic USB cable connector LINE IN Audio cables Turn on the Capture button connector OUTPUT Signal flow...
  • Page 53 Applying effects Examples of effect settings A slightly distorted sound, as if you were speaking through a megaphone fig.fx-temp7 3.PERFORM Disguises the voice; useful for anonymous interviews fig.fx-temp8 3.PERFORM A nice setting for a guitar solo fig.fx-temp9 3.PERFORM A nice setting for clean guitar fig.fx-temp10 3.PERFORM...

  • Page 54: Installing The Os-Standard Driver

    If you are using Windows XP, the installation the unit will operate normally. has been completed when the message near the taskbar saying that “Found New Hardware” Windows will detect the UA-3FX, and the has disappeared. “Add New Hardware Wizard” dialog 942* box will appear.
  • Page 55 USB audio device driver is installed. Use the following procedure to install the drivers. If the display indicates “Can’t find an updated With the UA-3FX disconnected, start up driver for this device”, check “Updated Windows. driver”, and click [Next].
  • Page 56 Raise or lower the slider to adjust the Click [Finish]. volume of the UA-3FX. fig.05-27e_30 You will be able to use the UA-3FX at the best audio quality if you set the Volume Control volume to the maximum setting. Items that can be set...
  • Page 57 Installing the OS-standard driver When playing audio CDs from the computer’s internal CD-ROM drive, or using the UA-3FX to play game music (Standard driver mode only) Windows XP/2000 users: Open the System Properties dialog box. Select Start | Settings | Control Panel, and in the Control Panel, double-click the System icon.
  • Page 58 • Use a USB cable to connect the UA- select) switch in the OFF position. 3FX to your computer before you start Use a USB cable to connect the UA-3FX to up your software. your Macintosh. • Do not disconnect the UA-3FX’s USB cable while your software is running.
  • Page 59 Turn down the volume on the UA-3FX, select) switch in the OFF position. and on your audio equipment, then click [Start Test]. Use a USB cable to connect the UA-3FX to your computer. Use the [Main Volume] bar to adjust the 942* volume.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    The power conservation mode of your computer may limit the power that is supplied to USB. Check the settings of your computer. In some cases, the UA-3FX cannot be used with a bus-powered hub (a hub that does not contain a power supply). Please use a self-powered hub (a hub that contains a power supply).
  • Page 61 4. From the list, select the unknown device and click Delete. * In order to check whether or not the “Unknown Device” is the UA-3FX, disconnect the USB cable of the UA-3FX, and verify that “Unknown Device” has disappeared. Then connect the UA-3FX once again, and delete “Unknown Device.”...
  • Page 62 If this occurs, start up the computer with the UA-3FX disconnected, and then connect the UA-3FX. On a computer that uses a USB keyboard, starting up the computer with the UA- 3FX already connected may cause operation to become unstable. In this case, start up the computer with the UA-3FX disconnected, and then connect the UA-3FX.
  • Page 63 • Could the peak indicator be lighting in red? If you are inputting sound from the line input jack, use the UA-3FX's line input adjustment slider to lower the input level. If you are inputting sound from a guitar or mic, use the UA- 3FX's guitar/mic input adjustment slider to lower the input level.

  • Page 64: Sound Is Interrupted During Audio Playback

    Troubleshooting Noise is heard when playing back audio • Is a mic still connected? If a mic is connected to the UA-3FX, use the Guitar/Mic input adjustment slider to lower the input level. • Could there be a connection loop?
  • Page 65 Troubleshooting • Try making the following changes to the disk drive settings. Some computers may not have the following settings. 1. In the Windows Control Panel, double-click System. 2. Click the Device Manager tab. 3. Double-click Disk Drives to see the list of devices. 4.
  • Page 66 You must change the setting yourself using the “Chooser.”) • [Mac OS 9] In the “Memory” Control Panel, set Virtual Memory to “Off.” • Depending on the way in which you connect to the Internet, use the UA-3FX with the following settings.
  • Page 67 • Data that contains the SCMS flag cannot be recorded digitally. The UA-3FX supports SCMS, so that if SCMS-flagged data (such as data from an MD that was digitally copied from a commercial music CD) is input to the digital connector, the UA- 3FX will not be able to record this on the computer.
  • Page 68 Troubleshooting The volume changed when you resumed from Suspend or Hibernation status • When Windows 2000 resumes from Suspend or Hibernation, the output volume setting is changed due to a problem of Windows. Start up the Mixer application as described in “Volume Control setting” (p. 56), and adjust the USB Audio (Speaker) slider.
  • Page 69 Troubleshooting Installing software in Windows XP/2000 In order to install software in Windows 2000/XP, you must log on as a user who has administrative privileges (e.g., Administrator). In addition, you must use the following procedure to check the drive signature option settings.

  • Page 70: Deleting The Special Driver

    Troubleshooting Deleting the special driver If you were unable to install the driver according to the procedure given, the UA-3FX 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 ”...
  • Page 71 Use the following procedure to delete the driver that is already installed. Depending on your computer, some of the folder names may be different. 1. Use a USB cable to connect the UA-3FX to your computer. 2. Delete the USB Audio Device driver. Click the Windows Start button, and select Settings - Control Panel.

  • Page 72: Specifications

    AD/DA Conversion: 32/44.1/48 kHz • Current Draw * When you record audio digitally from a digital 250 mA device, UA-3FX does not support the switching function of the sampling rate of the digital • Dimensions device. 175 (W) x 125.5 (D) x 42.6 (H) mm...

  • Page 73: Ua-3Fx Block Diagram

    UA-3FX Block Diagram ■ When the recording source select switch is set to ANALOG fig.block-analog_e USB connector USB indicator USB CODEC Digital output connector (optical) Line input Line output volume peak indicator Effects Effects Line input jacks Headphone jack CAPTURE...

  • Page 74: Index

    Index ......... LISTENING ........... Advanced ..... ADVANCED (mode select) switch ........MASTERING ........Advanced effects ..........Mic input jack ........Advanced mode ............ ASIO ............... ASIO Direct Monitor OS-standard driver ....... Output level indicators ........... Block Diagram ....................Buffer Size PERFORM ..........
  • Page 75 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : UA-3FX Type of Equipment : USB Audio Interface Responsible Party : Edirol Corporation North America...
  • Page 76 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country as shown below. IRELAND HONG KONG BARBADOS PERU CYPRUS Roland Ireland Parsons Music Ltd. A&B Music Supplies LTD Audionet Radex Sound Equipment Ltd.

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