User manual ROLAND UA-25EX MANUAL 2

[. . . ] Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 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. [. . . ] If you're using headphones, use the UA-25EX's output volume knob to adjust the volume. If you've connected your audio playback system to the OUTPUT jacks, use the controls of your audio playback system to adjust the volume. You should hear the sample data played from the headphones or speakers connected to the UA-25EX. * If the Digital input switch is on (digital input mode), you won't be able to hear the sound being played by your computer. If you could hear the sample data, the UA-25EX is correctly connected to your computer and the driver has been installed correctly. If you could not hear the sample data, refer to "Troubleshooting" (p. If there's no sound, or if there's something wrong with the playback, information provided in that section will help you solve the problem. All connections and driver settings for the UA-25EX are now complete. · · · · · "Basic connections" (p. 32) "Connecting a microphone and applying the compressor" (p. 37) 29 Basic Connections and Settings This section explains the basic connections and data flow for the UA-25EX. Refer to the block diagram printed on the front cover of the manual as you read this section. * 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 making any connections. * When connection cables containing resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the inputs (input jacks) may be low. * Howling could be produced depending on the location of microphones relative to speakers. Lowering volume levels. Note When you connect the UA-25EX to your computer, sound will no longer be heard from your computer's speakers. · Connect your headphones or audio playback system (external monitors) to the UA-25EX. · If you want to listen to sound through your computer's speakers, disconnect the UA-25EX from your computer. 30 Basic Connections and Settings Basic connections Use the USB cable to connect the UA-25EX to your computer. MIDI data and audio data are transferred in both directions via the USB cable. By connecting headphones or monitor speakers as shown in the illustration, you can monitor the playback from your software or the sound from an instrument or audio device connected to the UA-25EX. fig. basic. eps Amplified Speakers Front Panel Rear Panel Computer Headphones 31 Basic Connections and Settings Connecting a microphone or a guitar With the connections and settings described here, you can listen to audio data play back from your computer while you record just your vocal or guitar performance into your sequencer. fig. mic-guitar. eps Guitar/Bass Connect to INPUT 2 Hi-z Specify the Sample Rate Adjust the Input Sensitivity Adjust the Input Sensitivity Connect a microphone to XLR type jacks Turn ON when connecting a phantom powerd microphone Connections The sound of the microphone connected to INPUT 1 will be recorded in your computer on the left (L) channel. If you connect a source to INPUT 2, it will be recorded on the right (R) channel. Connect your guitar/bass to INPUT 2. Input impedance select switch If you've connected a guitar/bass to INPUT 2: If you've connected a microphone to INPUT 2: Select Hi-Z ( Select Lo-Z ( pressed inward). outward position). Phantom power switch If you're using a condenser microphone, turn the phantom power switch on. [. . . ] 10 Combo input jack Digital audio Installing the driver S Sample rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 SLEEVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 57 Index T Threshold knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 TRS jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]