User manual EDIROL UA-25

Owner's Manual Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 2­5). 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. Copyright © 2004 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC. For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ­ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ­ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ­ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ­ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment. This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit. For Canada NOTICE This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. AVIS 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 : Type of Equipment : Responsible Party : Address : Telephone : UA-25 USB Audio Interface Roland Corporation U.S. 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890 3700 2 USING THE UNIT SAFELY Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly. * Material damage refers other adverse effects respect to the home furnishings, as well animals or pets. to damage or caused with and all its to domestic The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger. The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled. The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet. 001 · Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner's Manual. · Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces. .................................................................................................. 010 007 .................................................................................................. 002a · Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit. .................................................................................................. 003 · Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center, or an authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page. · This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist. .................................................................................................. 004 .................................................................................................. 011 · Never use or store the unit in places that are: - Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are - Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are - Humid; or are - Exposed to rain; or are - Dusty; or are - Subject to high levels of vibration. · Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit. .................................................................................................. 013 · In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit. 3 012d · Immediately turn the power off, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page when: - If smoke or unusual odor occurs - Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or - The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or - The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. 104 · Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children. .................................................................................................. 106 · Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit. .................................................................................................. 108c · Disconnect all cords coming from external devices before moving the unit. .................................................................................................. 014 · Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!) .................................................................................................. 120 .................................................................................................. 023 · DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system components may result. · Always turn the phantom power off when connecting any device other than condenser microphones that require phantom power. You risk causing damage if you mistakenly supply phantom power to dynamic microphones, audio playback devices, or other devices that don't require such power. Be sure to check the specifications of any microphone you intend to use by referring to the manual that came with it. (This instrument's phantom power: 48 V DC, 8 mA Max) 4 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" on page 3­4, please read and observe the following: Power Supply 307 402 · Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices. · Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation. Additional Precautions 553 Placement 351 · Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference. 352a · Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit's buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions. 556 · When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself--never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable's internal elements. 558a · This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers. 352b · Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off. 355b · To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit's volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night). 559a · When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials. 562 · When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated. · Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions. - Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable. 564 Maintenance 401a · For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. · Before you open the included CD-ROM, you must read the "license agreement." Opening the CD-ROM will be taken to mean your acceptance of the license agreement. 5 IMPORTANT NOTES Handling CD-ROMs 801 204 · Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner. * Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. 206e * The screen shots in this document are used in compliance with the guidelines of the Microsoft Corporation. 206j Copyright 851 * Windows® is known officially as: "Microsoft® Windows® operating system." 207 · Unauthorized recording, distribution, sale, lending, public performance, broadcasting, or the like, in whole or in part, of a work (musical composition, video, broadcast, public performance, or the like) whose copyright is held by a third party is prohibited by law. 852b * Apple and Macintosh are registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. 209 * MacOS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. 220 · When exchanging audio signals through a digital connection with an external instrument, this unit can perform recording without being subjected to some of the restrictions of the Serial Copy Management System (SCMS). This is because the unit is intended solely for musical production, and is designed not to be subject to restrictions as long as it is used to record works (such as your own compositions) that do not infringe on the copyrights of others. (SCMS is a feature that prohibits second-generation and later copying through a digital connection. It is built into MD recorders and other consumer digitalaudio equipment as a copyright-protection feature.) 853 * All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. 231 * OMS is a registered trademark of Opcode Systems, Inc. 232 * FreeMIDI is a trademark of Mark of the Unicorn, Inc. · Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this unit. 6 Contents Contents of the package........................................................................ 8 Front and rear panel............................................................................... 9 Front panel................................................................................................................... 9 Rear Panel .................................................................................................................. 12 Driver installation and settings (Windows)........................................ 14 About the driver modes........................................................................................... 14 Installing the driver .................................................................................................. 15 Driver settings ........................................................................................................... 26 Driver installation and settings (Macintosh)...................................... 32 About the driver modes........................................................................................... 32 Mac OS X users.......................................................................................................... 33 Mac OS 9 users .......................................................................................................... 36 Basic connections and settings.......................................................... 45 Basic connections ...................................................................................................... 45 Recording a mic or guitar ........................................................................................ 46 Recording a digital signal ........................................................................................ 48 Recording to an MD or other digital device ......................................................... 49 Adjusting the audio latency .................................................................................... 50 Using ASIO direct monitor...................................................................................... 51 Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 52 Main Specifications .............................................................................. 65 Index ...................................................................................................... 66 7 Contents of the package The box in which the UA-25 was shipped should contain the following items. After opening the box, first check to make sure that all the items are included. If any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the UA-25. UA-25 fig.ua-25 USB cable Use this to connect the USB connector of your computer with the USB connector of the UA-25. * Please use only the included USB cable. If you require a replacement due to loss or damage, please contact a "EDIROL/Roland Service Center" section at the end of this manual. Owner's Manual This is the manual you are reading. Please keep it on hand for reference. CD-ROM This contains the driver required in order to use the UA-25. * Be careful not to touch or scratch the recorded surface (unprinted surface) of the disc. Doing so may render the disc unreadable. If the disc gets dirty, use a commercially available CD cleaner to clean it. Do not play back the CD-ROM in a conventional audio CD player. Doing so may produce high-volume sound that can damage your hearing and/or speakers. 8 Front and rear panel Front panel fig.front 1 3 45 8 9 12 2 fig.jack-type 6 7 10 11 13 1. Combo input jacks These are analog audio input jacks with mic preamps. They accommodate either XLR or phone plugs, allowing you to connect a variety of equipment. Either balanced or unbalanced signals may be connected. Phantom power (48 V) is provided for XLR type connections, allowing you to connect condenser mics that require phantom power. In this case, turn on the phantom power switch (19) located on the rear panel. XLR plug TRS phone Phone plug plug (unbalanced) (balanced) fig.XLR-TRS * This instrument is equipped with balanced (XLR/TRS) type input jacks. Wiring diagrams for these jacks are shown on the right. Make connections after first checking the wiring diagrams of other equipment you intend to connect. GND(SLEEVE) 1:GND 2:HOT 3:COLD HOT(TIP) COLD(RING) 2. Input sensitivity knobs These adjust the input level of the signals input to the front panel combo input jacks (1). 3. Input impedance select switch Use this switch to select either high impedance (Hi-Z) or low impedance (Lo-Z) as appropriate for the type of device connected to the INPUT 2/R phone type input jack of the combo input jacks (1). Turn this switch on ( inward position) to select high impedance (Hi-Z) if a guitar or bass is connected. Turn this switch off ( outward position) to select low impedance (Lo-Z) if a microphone is connected. Combo input jack INPUT 1/L is fixed at low impedance (Lo-Z). 9 Front and rear panel fig.front 1 3 45 8 9 12 2 4. Peak/Limiter indicator 6 7 10 11 13 This indicates whether the input signal is distorting or the limiter is operating. Limiter switch Limiter on Status The indicator will function as a limiter indicator. When the input signal exceeds a certain level, the limiter will operate and the indicator will light green. The indicator will function as a peak indicator. Use the input sensitivity knobs for each input jack to adjust the input level so that the peak indicator does not light red. Limiter off 5. USB indicator This will light blue when the UA-25 is connected to your computer via a USB cable and the computer has correctly detected the UA-25. 6. Digital input switch If you want to record the digital input, turn this on ( inward position). This allows you to synchronize with an external digital device connected to the digital input connector (16). Digital input switch On Off On and no digital device is connected to the digital input connector Mode Digital input mode Analog input mode Status The input from the digital input connector (16) is sent to the computer. The input from the combo input jacks (1) is sent to the computer. The audio signal that is output from your computer via USB will pass through the UA-25 and return to the computer. LoopBack mode * When the digital input switch is on, you will not hear the sound from the computer. * When the digital input switch is on, the settings of the Direct Monitor section are ignored. In other words, operating the direct monitor switch (8), STEREO/MONO select switch (9), or direct monitor volume (10) will have no effect. 10 Front and rear panel 7. Digital input indicator This indicator will blink when you turn on the digital input switch. When an external digital signal device is connected to the digital input connector, the indicator will change to steadily lit. 8. STEREO/MONO select switch (Direct Monitor section) This selects whether the signal input via the combo input jacks (1) is to be monitored in stereo (STEREO) or in monaural (MONO). If you have connected a guitar to only INPUT 2/R, use the monaural setting ( inward position). Even if the monaural setting is selected, the audio signal sent via USB to your computer is stereo. * If the digital input switch (6) is on, operating the STEREO/MONO select switch has no effect. 9. Direct monitor switch (Direct Monitor section) This selects whether the signal input via the combo input jacks (1) is to be output from the headphone jack (13) and master output jacks (14). The direct monitor on/off setting can be controlled directly from ASIO 2.0 compliant software such as Cubase. On (Direct Monitor indicator lit) Off (Direct Monitor indicator unlit) The input signal will be output. The input signal will not be output. Use this setting if the audio signal is being passed through within your computer, or if you are monitoring the input signal directly via an external mixer. * This setting does not affect the signal input via the digital input connector (16). 10. Direct monitor volume (Direct Monitor section) This adjusts the volume at which the signal input via the combo input jacks (1) is output from the headphone jack (13) and the master output jacks (14). When this is turned fully clockwise, the signal being monitored will be at +6 dB. 11. Direct monitor indicator (Direct Monitor section) This indicator will be lit if direct monitor is on, and unlit if direct monitor is off. If the digital input switch (6) is on, the Direct Monitor indicator will be extinguished and the direct monitor function will be off. 12. Output volume This adjusts the volume of the output from the headphone jack (13) and the master output jacks (14). 13. Headphone jack Headphones are connected to this jack. This outputs the same sound as the master output jacks (14). Sound will still be output from the master output jacks even if headphones are connected. 11 Front and rear panel Rear Panel fig.rear 18 19 22 14 15 16 17 20 21 23 14. Master output jacks (phone type, RCA phono type) These are analog audio output jacks. The phone jacks and RCA phono jacks output the same sound. You may use whichever type of jack is appropriate for the connected device or the type of cable. 15. Digital output connector (optical) Use this connector when you want to digitally output an audio signal to a digital audio device such as MD or DAT. Use an optical cable to make connections. 16. Digital input connector (optical) Use this connector when you want to digitally input an audio signal from a digital audio device such as CD, MD, or DAT. Use an optical cable to make connections. 17. MIDI IN/OUT connectors You can connect these to the MIDI connectors of your MIDI device to transmit and receive MIDI messages. * The MIDI IN/OUT connectors are not available if you are using Standard driver mode (p. 13). 18. Limiter switch This turns the UA-25's hardware limiter on/off. If a sudden, high-volume sound is input to the combo input jacks (1), the limiter applies mild compression to prevent clipping from occurring at the AD converter. * Clipping noise will be heard if the input signal exceeds the capacity of the limiter. 12 Front and rear panel 19. Phantom power switch This is an on/off switch for the phantom power supplied to the XLR connectors of the combo input jacks (1) on the front panel. * You must leave the phantom power turned off (right position) unless condenser mics requiring phantom power are connected to the XLR jacks. Supplying phantom power to a dynamic mic or an audio playback device may cause malfunction. For details on the requirements of your mic, refer to its owner's manual. (The UA-25's phantom power supply: DC 48 V, 8 mA maximum) 20. USB connector Use a USB cable to connect the UA-25 to your computer. 21. ADVANCE (mode select) switch This switches the driver operation mode. If you change the setting of this switch, you must close all software, disconnect the USB cable that connects the UA-25 to your computer, and then re-connect the USB cable. On (Advanced mode) You can use the included UA-25 driver to record, play, and edit audio from your sequencer software or audio editing software with high quality and stable timing. Off (Standard driver mode) Choose this mode if you are using software that uses the standard audio driver included with your operating system. * The sample rate will be fixed at 44.1 kHz/16 bit regardless of the setting of the UA-25's sample rate select switch. * The MIDI IN/OUT connectors are not available when using Standard driver mode. For details on these operating modes, refer to "About the driver modes" (Windows, p. 14; Macintosh, p. 32). 22. 96 kHz REC/PLAY select switch When using the UA-25 at 96 kHz, this switches between 96 kHz REC (recording) or 96 kHz PLAY (playback). If you change the setting of this switch, you must disconnect the USB cable that connects the UA-25 to your computer, and then reconnect the USB cable. 23. Sample rate select switch This specifies the sample rate at which audio data is recorded and played back. If you change the setting of the Sample Rate select switch, you must close all software, disconnect the USB cable that connects the UA-25 to your computer, and then reconnect the USB cable. * 96 kHz can be used only in Advanced mode. Also, you will need to set the 96 kHz REC/PLAY select switch to either REC (recording) or PLAY (playback) in order to record or play back successfully. * If you are using Standard driver mode (the ADVANCE switch turned off), the sample rate is fixed at 44.1 kHz regardless of the Sample Rate select switch setting. 13 Driver installation and settings (Windows) About the driver modes A "driver" is software that transfers data between the UA-25 and application software running on your computer, when your computer and the UA-25 are connected by a USB cable. The driver sends data from your application to the UA-25, and from the UA-25 to your application. The UA-25 has two operating modes, Advanced mode and Standard driver mode, and a different driver is used by each mode. Advanced mode This is the operating mode when the rear panel ADVANCE (mode select) switch is ON. You can use the native driver included on the UA-25 Driver CDROM to record, play, and edit audio with high quality and stable timing. In Advanced mode, audio signals are transferred between the UA-25 and the computer at a bit depth of 24 bits and a sample rate of 44.1/48/96 kHz. Choose Advanced mode if you are using software that supports 24-bit audio, such as the Cakewalk series or Cool Edit; or ASIO-compatible software that can record, play, and edit high-quality audio, such as Cubase VST or Logic Audio. Normally, you should use Advanced mode. * You must use Advanced mode if you want to use MIDI. Standard driver mode This is the operating mode when the rear panel ADVANCE (mode select) switch is OFF. The standard USB audio driver provided by Windows will be used. In Standard driver mode, audio signals are transferred between the UA25 and the computer at a bit depth of 16 bits and a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz. Choose this mode if you are using software that uses the standard functionality provided by Windows, such as software that uses the CD-ROM drive of your computer to play CD audio, or that uses the software synthesizer included with Windows. * The driver included with Windows does not support ASIO. * The MIDI IN/OUT connectors are not available when using Standard driver mode. The installation procedure will differ depending on your system. Please proceed to one of the following sections, depending on the system you use. · Windows XP users .................................................................. (p. 15) · Windows 2000 users ............................................................... (p. 20) · Windows Me/98 users ........................................................... (p. 24) 14 Driver installation and settings (Windows) Installing the driver Windows XP users 1 Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). You must log on to Windows with a user name whose account has administrative privileges (e.g., Administrator). 2 Open the System Properties dialog box. 1. Click the Windows start menu, and from the menu, select Control Panel. 2. In "Pick a category", click "Performance and Maintenance". 3. In "or pick a Control Panel icon", click the System icon. g.signature 3 Depending on your system, the System icon may be displayed directly in the Control Panel (Classic view). If so, double-click the System icon. Click the Hardware tab, and then click [Driver Signing]. Open the Driver Signing Options dialog box. If you change the "Driver Signing Options" setting, change it back to the original setting after you've installed the driver. 4 In the Driver Signing Options dialog box, make sure that "Ignore" is selected. If "Ignore" is selected, simply click [OK]. If "Ignore" is not selected, make a note of the current setting (Warn or Block), change the setting to "Ignore", and click [OK]. 5 6 Click [OK] to close the System Properties dialog box. Close all currently running software (applications). Also close all windows that are open. If you are using software such as antivirus programs, be sure to close these programs as well. 15 Driver installation and settings (Windows) 7 Find the included CD-ROM. Insert the CD-ROM into your computer's CD-ROM drive. If the screen indicates "Windows can perform the same action each time you insert a disk or connect a device with this kind of file," click [Cancel]. 8 9 fig.win-run From the Windows start menu, choose "Run..." The "Run" dialog box will appear. Input the name into the dialog box as shown, and click [OK]. (Drive name): \Driver\XP2k\setup.exe * The drive name is "D:" in the example shown here, but this may be different on your system. Specify the drive name for your CD-ROM drive. The SetupInf dialog box will appear. You are now ready to install the driver. Checking the name of your drive. From the start menu, choose My Computer. In the window that appears, verify the name of the CD-ROM drive into which you inserted the CDROM in step 7. The (D:) or (E:) displayed by the CD-ROM drive icon is the drive name. 10 11 Set the UA-25's ADVANCE (mode select) switch to the ON position. Use the USB cable to connect the UA-25 to your computer. Near the task bar, your computer will indicate "Found New Hardware". Please wait. This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after connecting the USB cable is required before the unit will operate normally. 12 The Found New Hardware Wizard will appear. Select "Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)", and click [Next]. 13 The screen will indicate "Please choose your search and installation options". Select "Don't search. I will choose the driver to install", and click [Next]. 14 Make sure that the "Model" field indicates "EDIROL UA25", and click [Next]. Driver installation will begin. 16 Driver installation and settings (Windows) If the "What action do you want Windows to take?" (Step 4) setting was not set to "Ignore", a "Hardware Installation" dialog box will appear. A dialog box with a "!" symbol will appear. 1. Click [Continue Anyway]. 2. Continue the installation. A dialog box with a "x" symbol will appear. 1. Click [OK]. 2. When the "Found New Hardware Wizard" appears, click [Finish]. 3. Return to step 1 (p. 15) and re-install the driver from the beginning of the procedure. 15 The Insert Disk dialog box will appear. Click [OK]. The Insert Disk dialog may not appear. In that case, proceed to the next step. 16 The Files Needed dialog box will appear. Input the following into the "Copy files from" field, and click [OK]. (drive name):\DRIVER\USB_XP2K * Specify the drive name of your CD-ROM drive. If the "What action do you want Windows to take?" (Step 4) setting was not set to "Ignore", a "Hardware Installation" dialog box will appear. A dialog box with a "!" symbol will appear. 1. Click [Continue Anyway]. 2. Continue the installation. 17 The screen will indicate "Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard". Click [Finish]. 18 When driver installation has been completed, the System Settings Change dialog box will appear. Click [Yes]. Windows will restart automatically. If the System Setting Change dialog box does not appear, restart Windows from the start menu. 17 Driver installation and settings (Windows) If you changed the "Driver Signing Options" setting (p. 15, step 4), restore the setting to its previous state after restarting Windows. 1. Log on to Windows using the same user account as the one used when the driver was installed. 2. From the Windows start menu, choose Control Panel. 3. In "Pick a category," click Performance and Maintenance. 4. In "or Pick a Control Panel icon," click the System icon. The System Properties dialog box appears. * Depending on your system, the System icon may be shown directly in the Control Panel (Classic view). If so, double-click the System icon. 5. Click the Hardware tab, and then click [Driver Signing]. The Driver Signing Options dialog box appears. 6. In Driver Signing Options, restore the previous setting ("Warn" or "Block") and click [OK]. 7. Click [OK]. The System Properties dialog box closes. Next, you need to set your computer so priority is given to background services, which will help to assure that audio and MIDI processing occur smoothly. ( "Giving priority to background services" (p. 19)) 18 Driver installation and settings (Windows) Giving priority to background services Crackling may occur in the sound if you omit making this setting. To ensure that audio and MIDI are processed smoothly, make the setting as follows. 1 Open the System Properties dialog box. 1. From the Windows start menu, choose Control Panel. 2. In "Pick a category," click "Performance and Maintenance". Depending on your system, the System icon may be displayed directly in the Control Panel (Classic view). If so, double-click the System icon. 3. In "or Pick a Control Panel icon," click the System icon. 2 3 Click the Advanced tab. Click [Settings] located at the right of the Performance area. The Performance Options dialog box appears. fig.background 4 5 Click the Advanced tab. In Processor Scheduling, choose "Background services," and click [OK]. In the System Properties dialog box, click [OK]. The System Properties dialog box closes. Next, you need to make audio device and MIDI device settings. ("Driver settings" (p. 26)) 6 19 Driver installation and settings (Windows) Windows 2000 users 1 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) 2 Open the System Properties dialog box. Click the Windows Start button, and from the menu that appears, select Settings | Control Panel. In Control Panel, double-click the System icon. fig.signature-2k 3 Click the Hardware tab, and then click [Driver Signing]. The Driver Signing Options dialog box will appear. 4 Make sure that "File signature verification" is set to "Ignore". If it is set to "Ignore", simply click [OK]. If it is not set to "Ignore", make a note of the current setting ("Warn" or "Block"). Then change the setting to "Ignore" and click [OK]. If you changed "File signature verification", you must restore the previous setting after you have installed the driver. 5 6 Click [OK] to close the System Properties dialog box. Exit all currently running software (applications). Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well. 7 Prepare the CD-ROM. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. 20 Driver installation and settings (Windows) 8 Click the Windows Start button. From the menu that appears, select "Run..." The "Run..." dialog box will appear. To check the drive name In the Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer icon. In the window that appears, check the drive name of the CD-ROM drive into which you inserted the CDROM in step7. The drive name is the (D:) or (E:) displayed by the CD-ROM drive . 9 fig.05-5_30 In the dialog box that appears, input the following into the "Open" field, and click [OK]. (drive name) : \Driver\XP_2k\SETUPINF.EXE * In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as "D:". The drive name "D:" may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your CD-ROM drive. The SetupInf dialog box will appear. You are now ready to install the driver. 10 11 Set the UA-25's ADVANCE (mode select) switch to the ON position. Use the USB cable to connect the UA-25 to your computer. This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after connecting the USB cable is required before the unit will operate normally. If the "File signature verification" (Step 4) setting was not set to "Ignore", a "Digital Signature Not Found" dialog box will appear. If "File signature verification" is set to "Warn" 1. Click [Yes]. 2. Continue the installation. If "File signature verification" is set to "Block" 1. Click [OK]. 2. When the "Found New Hardware Wizard" appears, click [Finish]. 3. Return to step 1 (p. 20) and re-install the driver from the beginning of the procedure. 21 Driver installation and settings (Windows) 12 The Insert Disk dialog box will appear. Click [OK]. If the Insert Disk dialog box does not appear, proceed to the next step. 13 The Files Needed dialog box will appear. Input the following into the "Copy files from" field, and click [OK]. (drive name) : \DRIVER\XP_2k * Specify the drive name of your CD-ROM drive. If the "File signature verification" (Step 4) setting was not set to "Ignore," a "Digital Signature Not Found" dialog box will appear. If "File signature verification" is set to "Warn" 1. Click [Yes]. 2. Continue the installation. 14 The screen will indicate "Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard". Click [Finish]. 15 The System Settings Change dialog box will appear. Click [Yes]. Windows will restart automatically. If you changed the "File signature verification" (p. 20) setting, restore the original setting after Windows restarts. 1. After Windows restarts, log in to Windows as a user with administrative privileges, (such as Administrator). 2. In the Windows desktop, right-click the My Computer icon, and from the menu that appears, select Properties. The System Properties dialog box will appear. 3. Click the Hardware tab, and then click [Driver Signing]. The Driver Signing Options dialog box will appear. 4. Return the "File signature verification" setting to the original setting (either "Warn" or "Block"), and click [OK]. 5. Click [OK]. The System Properties dialog box will close. This completes installation of the driver. Next, we recommend that you enable background processing on your computer, so MIDI and audio processing will be as smooth as possible. ( "Enabling background processing" (p. 23)) 22 Driver installation and settings (Windows) Enabling background processing In Windows 2000, make settings to enable background processing. If you fail to make this setting, you may experience interruptions in the sound. To ensure that MIDI and audio processing occurs smoothly, use the following procedure to make settings. 1 Click the Windows Start button, and from the menu that appears, select Settings | Control Panel. In Control Panel, double-click the System icon. Click the Advanced tab. At the right of the Performance field, click [Performance Options]. The Performance Options dialog box will appear. 2 3 fig.back2000 4 In the Application response field, choose "Background services" and click [OK]. 5 Click [OK] to close the System Properties dialog box. Next, make MIDI device and audio device settings. ("Driver settings" (p. 26)) 23 Driver installation and settings (Windows) Windows Me/98 users 1 With the UA-25 disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables except for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used). If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well. 2 Exit all currently running software (applications). Also close any open windows. If you are using virus checking or similar software, be sure to exit it as well. 3 Prepare the CD-ROM. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. 4 Click the Windows Start button. From the menu that appears, select Run.... The "Run..." dialog box will appear. 5 In the dialog box that appears, input the following into the "Open" field, and click [OK]. To check the drive name In the Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer icon. In the window that appears, check the drive name of the CD-ROM drive into which you inserted the CDROM in step3. The drive name is the (D:) or (E:) displayed by the CD-ROM drive . (drive name) : \Driver\Me98\SETUPINF.EXE The SetupInf dialog box will appear. You are now ready to install the driver. * In the explanatory example shown here, the drive name is given as "D:". The drive name "D:" may be different for your system. Specify the drive name of your CD-ROM drive. This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after connecting the USB cable is required before the unit will operate normally. 6 Set the UA-25's ADVANCE (mode select) switch to the ON position. 7 Use the USB cable to connect the UA-25 to your computer. The driver will be installed automatically. If a message recommends that you restart Windows, restart Windows as directed. 24 Driver installation and settings (Windows) 8 In the SetupInf dialog box, click [OK]. Next, make MIDI device and audio device settings. ("Driver settings" (p. 26))) 25 Driver installation and settings (Windows) Driver settings About the input and output devices In order to get the best performance from the software you are using, you must choose the correct device settings. The UA-25's audio driver supports WDM and ASIO 2.0. Audio devices Audio output device Audio input device ASIO device EDIROL UA-25 Out MME EDIROL UA-25 Out EDIROL UA-25 MME EDIROL UA-25 In EDIROL UA-25 WDM MME WDM MME ASIO MIDI devices MIDI OUT EDIROL UA-25 MIDI OUT If you specify EDIROL UA-25 as the output port for your sequencer software, etc., messages will be sent from the UA-25's MIDI OUT connector. EDIROL UA-25 MIDI IN If you specify EDIROL UA-25 as the input port for your sequencer software, etc., messages will be received from the UA-25's MIDI IN connector. MIDI IN * For details on how to make settings for your software, you should also refer to the owner's manual for your software. * If you are unable to select the UA-25 in the device settings of your software, it is possible that the UA-25 driver was not installed correctly. Please re-install the driver. WDM Use this if you are using the UA-25 with the following applications or situations. · · · Conventional applications such as Media Player (for the settings, refer to "Input/output device settings" (p. 27)) WDM driver mode compatible applications such as SONAR DirectSound compatible applications ASIO Use this if you are using the UA-25 with an ASIO-compatible application such as Cubase. In the ASIO settings of your application, choose "EDIROL UA-25." * To prevent audio loop feedback or double monitoring, turn monitoring off in your application, or set your application to use ASIO Direct Monitor. * When using the UA-25 with ASIO, we recommend that you not set your application to use the Microsoft GS Wavetable SW Synth. (This will decrease the processing load, and make it easier to change the driver buffer size.) MME Normally you should use WDM or ASIO. Use this in the following cases when using an application that does not support WDM driver mode or ASIO. · Recording or playing 24-bit data 26 Driver installation and settings (Windows) Input/output device settings If you will be using the Windows Media Player application with the UA-25, specify the input/output devices as follows. The method in which you make device settings will depend on the software you are using. For details, refer to the owner's manual for your software. Depending on your system, the System icon may be displayed directly in the Control Panel (Classic view). If so, double-click the System icon. Windows XP users 1 Open the Sound, Speech, and Audio Devices Properties dialog box. 1. From the Windows start menu, choose Control Panel. 2. In "Pick a category," click Sound, Speech, and Audio Devices. 3. In "or Pick a Control Panel icon," click the Sounds and Audio Devices icon. 2 fig.sound Click the Audio tab. In the Sound playback, Sound recording, and MIDI music playback areas, click the Default device field. From the list that appears for each field, choose the device shown below.