For the following languages, a PDF version of the Owner’s Manual can be found on the CD-ROM.
Flowchart: Using the QUAD-CAPTURE for Recording DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) is the generic term used for music creation software, such as SONAR, etc. Install the driver (p. 14). Do you have a DAW? Yes. No. Windows Install the included Cakewalk SONAR X1 LE Mac OS X Prepare the DAW software, such as GarageBand, Logic, etc. Register the Cakewalk SONAR X1 LE. Set the input/output audio device on the DAW (p. 24, p. 27). For details, refer to the installation guide of the Cakewalk SONAR X1 LE.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 3; p. 5). These sections provide important information concerning 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, the Owner’s Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY • Immediately disconnect the USB cable, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when: • Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or • 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. • Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.
IMPORTANT NOTES Power Supply Maintenance • 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 peripheral devices. • 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.
IMPORTANT NOTES Additional Precautions • Please be aware that contents in memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory. • Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY......................3 Checking the Driver Settings........................ 35 IMPORTANT NOTES...............................5 Viewing the Control Panel in the Foreground.......................................................... 35 Contents of the Package......................8 Panel Descriptions..............................10 Front Panel........................................................... 10 Rear Panel.............................................................
Contents of the Package After you open the package, please check that all items are present. (If any accessories are missing, please contact the place of purchase.) QUAD-CAPTURE Owner’s Manual This is the document you’re reading. Keep it at hand for reference when needed. QUAD-CAPTURE Driver CD-ROM This CD-ROM contains the QUAD-CAPTURE drivers and demo songs. * Do not play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player.
Contents of the Package License agreement This agreement allows you to use certain software whose copyright is the property of Roland Corporation. You must read this before opening the CD-ROM. You’ll need to provide the following items • External amplifier, speakers, headphones, etc., for listening to the sound that is output via the QUAD-CAPTURE • Microphone, guitar, etc.
Panel Descriptions Note Do not connect the QUAD-CAPTURE to the computer until the driver has been installed (p. 14). Front Panel 1 1 3 4 5 2 1. 6 3 2 7 8 9 10 INPUT 1L jack, INPUT 2R jack (Combo input jacks) These are analog audio input jacks with microphone preamps. They accommodate both XLR type and phone type plugs, allowing you to use the type appropriate for the equipment you’re connecting. They also support either balanced or unbalanced connections.
Panel Descriptions 4. PEAK indicator Lights up when the input signal level is too high. Use the [SENS 1L] and [SENS 2R] knobs to adjust the input level so that the PEAK indicator does not light. 5. [AUTO-SENS] button Switches on/off the AUTO-SENS setting. The AUTO-SENS setting allows you to optimize the input level by analyzing the input audio signal (p. 26). 6. USB indicator Lights up when the QUAD-CAPTURE is connected to a computer and the computer has detected the QUAD-CAPTURE. 7.
Panel Descriptions Rear Panel 11 12 12 13 14 14 15 16 17 11. USB connector Connects the QUAD-CAPTURE to a computer that is compatible with USB 2.0. Before connecting, you must install the driver (p. 14). 12. MIDI OUT/IN connectors Connect the MIDI OUT connector to your MIDI sound module, etc. Connect the MIDI IN connector to your MIDI keyboard or MIDI controller. 13. COAXIAL IN (3/4)/OUT (3/4) jacks The COAXIAL IN (3/4) jack inputs the digital audio signal.
Panel Descriptions 15. [GROUND LIFT] switch Normally, this switch should be set to “NOR” (NORMAL). If you experience noise due to a ground loop, etc., you may be able to eliminate the noise by setting this to “LIFT,” which disconnects the GND (SLEEVE) pin of the OUTPUT 1L/2R (balanced TRS type) jacks from ground. OUTPUT 1L/2R jacks (balanced TRS type) NOR LIFT 16. [PHANTOM] switch Switches on or off the supply of phantom power to the XLR type jacks of the INPUT 1L and INPUT 2R jacks.
Driver Installation Windows Mac OS X Note Do not connect the QUAD-CAPTURE to the computer until you are directed to do so. A “driver” is software that transfers data between the QUAD-CAPTURE and application software running on your computer when your computer and the QUAD-CAPTURE are connected. 1. Start up the computer without the QUAD-CAPTURE connected. Disconnect all USB cables other than those for a USB keyboard and/or USB mouse (if used).
Driver Installation Windows 5. When a confirmation screen regarding user account control appears, click [Yes] or [Continue]. 6. When “The QUAD-CAPTURE Driver will be installed on your computer.” appears, click [Next]. 7. Click [Next] again. Windows 7/Windows Vista If a dialog box regarding Windows security appears, click [Install]. Windows XP If the “Software Installation” dialog box appears, click [Continue] to proceed with the installation.
Driver Installation 9. Windows 7/Windows Vista When “Installation has been completed.” appears, click [Close]. If the “System Settings Change” dialog box appears, click [Yes] to restart Windows. 10. Open the “Control Panel,” click [Hardware and Sound], and then click [Sound]. If you have selected Icon view or Classic view, double-click [Sound]. 11. Click the [Playback] tab, select the QUAD-CAPTURE’s [1-2], and then click [Set Default]. 12. Click [OK]. Proceed to p.
Driver Installation 9. Windows XP If a dialog box that asks whether you want to connect to Windows Update appears, select [No, not this time] and click [Next]. 10. Select [Install the software automatically (Recommended)] and click [Next]. 11. If the “Hardware Installation” dialog box appears, click [Continue Anyway] to proceed with the installation. 12. When “Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard” appears, click [Finish]. 13. When “Installation has been completed.” appears, click [Close].
Driver Installation Mac OS X If the “Authenticate” or “Installer requires that you type your password” dialog box appears during the installation, enter an administrator password and click [OK]. 5. When “Welcome to the QUAD-CAPTURE Driver installer” appears, click [Continue]. 6. If the screen for selecting the installation destination appears, select the startup disk and click [Continue]. 7. When the installation type appears, click [Install] or [Upgrade]. 8.
Driver Installation 14. Open the [Applications] folder and then the [Utilities] folder, and then double-click [Audio MIDI Setup]. The “Audio MIDI Setup” dialog box will appear. 15. Open the MIDI device settings dialog box. Operating System Operation Mac OS X 10.6 or later Select [Show MIDI Window] in the [Window] menu. (The “MIDI Studio” window will appear.) Mac OS X 10.5 or earlier Click the [MIDI Devices] tab. 16.
Driver Installation 20. Using your mouse, drag and connect ▲/▼ (which represent the input/output ports of each device) of the [QUAD-CAPTURE] and added [QUAD-CAPTURE], so that they are connected as shown in the figure. 17 18 21, 23 16 22 20 21. Click [Test Setup]. If you have a sound module connected to the QUAD-CAPTURE’s MIDI OUT connector, the following step will cause it to produce a fairly laud sound, so please reduce the volume of your sound module before continuing. 22.
Driver Installation Confirm that Sound can be Heard Windows 1. Mac OS X Connect the headphones or amplified speakers as shown in the figure. Headphones Front panel Amplified speakers Rear panel * 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. 2. Open the folder named [Sample] on the included CD-ROM, and copy the file “TTears” (.mp3) to the desktop. 3.
Driver Installation 4. Adjust the volume. Use the QUAD-CAPTURE’s [OUTPUT] knob to adjust the volume. If the sample file can be heard, the computer and QUAD-CAPTURE are connected properly and the driver has been successfully installed. If you cannot hear the sample file, refer to “Problems When Using the QUAD-CAPTURE” (p. 37).
Basic Use This section explains the basic connections and data flow of the QUAD-CAPTURE. Refer also to the block diagram on the back cover. Precautions Concerning the Use of DAW Software Before using the DAW software, please note the following points. • Connect the QUAD-CAPTURE to the computer before starting the DAW software. • Do not disconnect the QUAD-CAPTURE from the computer while the DAW software is running. After exiting the DAW software, disconnect the QUAD-CAPTURE.
Basic Use Output Device Settings To play audio and MIDI data on your DAW software, select the QUAD-CAPTURE as the audio and MIDI output device. For details about settings, refer to the documentation for your DAW software. Audio Output Device Device name QUAD-CAPTURE MME, WDM/KS ASIO Core Audio 1-2 (QUAD-CAPTURE) 1-2 1, 2 ✓ 3-4 (QUAD-CAPTURE) 3-4 3, 4 ✓ MIDI Output Device Device name QUAD-CAPTURE 24 44.
Basic Use Setup for Recording Audio signals from the INPUT 1L jack, INPUT 2R jack, and COAXIAL IN (3/4) jack can be sent to your DAW software and recorded. When connecting equipment to the INPUT 1L jack and INPUT 2R jack, check the setting of the [PHANTOM] and [Hi-Z (INPUT 1)] switches (p. 13). Guitar Condenser microphone Computer • Example: Connect a guitar to the INPUT 1L jack. → Set the [Hi-Z] switch to “ON.” Connect a condenser microphone to the INPUT 2R jack. → Set the [PHANTOM] switch to “48V.
Basic Use Adjusting the Input Level Automatically The AUTO-SENS setting allows you to have the optimum input level be set automatically, based on an analysis of the audio signal being input. 1. Connect equipment to the INPUT 1L or INPUT 2R jack. 2. Press the [AUTO-SENS] button. The [AUTO-SENS] button blinks and the unit is made ready for the automatic adjustment. * The AUTO-SENS setting does not work for jacks that are not connected. 3. Play the loudest section of the song.
Basic Use Input Device Settings To record audio and MIDI data on your DAW software, select the QUAD-CAPTURE as the audio and MIDI input device. For details about settings, refer to the documentation for your DAW software. Audio Input Device Device name QUAD-CAPTURE MME, WDM/KS ASIO Core Audio 44.
Setting from the Control Panel You can control the AUTO-SENS setting via the QUAD-CAPTURE’s control panel, which is installed on the computer. The QUAD-CAPTURE control panel also provides for control of the QUAD-CAPTURE’s internal preamps, compressor, input mixer, and DIGITAL OUT SELECTOR. You cannot control any function other than input gain of the preamp and the AUTO-SENS setting using the QUAD-CAPTURE itself. The control panel will be available for use after you’ve installed the dedicated driver.
Setting from the Control Panel Setting the Preamp Screen Indication Setting Description Low cut Enables the low-cut filter for the input. The cutoff frequency is 100 Hz. Phase Inverts the phase of the input signal. Adjusts the input gain over a range of 0–54 dB, in steps of 1 dB. The input level indicator of the QUAD-CAPTURE varies according to the gain setting. Input gain When setting the input gain from the control panel, the [AUTO-SENS] button lights up.
Setting from the Control Panel Setting the Compressor Screen Indication 30 Setting Description Gate Mutes signals below a specified level (in dB). Bypass When set to off, the compressor is enabled. When set to on, the compressor is disabled. Threshold Specifies the signal level (in dB) at which the compressor begins operating. Ratio Specifies the compression ratio by which the audio signal is to be compressed.
Setting from the Control Panel Setting the Input Mixer You can control the monitor level of the audio data being input via the INPUT 1L jack, INPUT 2R jack, or COAXIAL IN (3/4) jack. Adjusting the monitor level does not affect the recording level. Setting the Sampling Rate The sampling rate setting of the QUAD-CAPTURE automatically changes to match the rate of the audio data that is played, or the rate that your DAW software is set to when recording.
Setting from the Control Panel Selecting the Sound Output from the COAXIAL OUT (3/4) Jack You can select the sound (from either the computer (WAVE OUT 1-2, WAVE OUT 3-4) or from the direct mixer) to be output from the COAXIAL OUT (3/4) jack. DIGITAL OUT SELECTOR DIRECT MIX (from the direct mixer) WAVE OUT 1-2 (from the computer) COAXIAL OUT (3/4) WAVE OUT 3-4 (from the computer) 1. From the “Device” menu, select [Device Settings]. The dialog appears. 2.
Setting from the Control Panel Initializing the Settings The QUAD-CAPTURE allows you to initialize each setting. 1. From the “Device” menu, select [Initialize]. The confirmation screen will appear. 2. Click [OK] to carry out the initialization, or click [Cancel] to cancel without initializing. Checking the Signal Flow You can check the signal flow by displaying a block diagram. 1. From the “Device” menu, select [Show the signal flow].
Setting from the Control Panel Changing the AUTO-SENS Setting Method You can choose whether to have the AUTO-SENS setting (p. 26) finish automatically or manually, and you can set the maximum value for the recording level. The recording level will be set automatically according to the maximum volume that was input during the AUTO-SENS setting time. 1. From the “Device” menu, select [Device settings]. 2. From the items in “AUTO-SENS,” select “AUTO” or “MANUAL.” 3.
Setting from the Control Panel Checking the Driver Settings You can check or modify the driver settings. For details, refer to “Advanced Driver Settings” (p. 51). Windows  From the “Driver” menu, select [Driver Settings]. Mac OS X  From the “QUAD-CAPTURE Control Panel” menu, select [Driver Settings]. Viewing the Control Panel in the Foreground You can set the software so the QUAD-CAPTURE control panel always appears in the foreground. Windows  From the “Driver” menu, select [Always on top].
Troubleshooting If you experience problems, read this chapter first. It contains tips for solving most problems. If this chapter cannot 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 listed at the end of this document. Roland support website: http://www.roland.
Troubleshooting Problems When Using the QUAD-CAPTURE Problem Confirmation Resolution Is the driver installed? Install the driver (p. 14).
Troubleshooting Problem Confirmation Resolution Can you hear sound by connecting headphones? If you can hear sound through headphones connected to the PHONES jack, check that you have correctly connected your audio playback system (external monitors), and adjust the volume of your equipment. If the sound in your headphones is inaudible or too soft, check the other troubleshooting items.
Troubleshooting Problem The volume level of the instrument connected to input connector is too low Distorted sound from a device connected to the input jack Confirmation Resolution Is the [MIX] knob turned to the INPUT side? Turn the [MIX] knob toward the right to adjust the volume (p. 11). Is the input level too low? If you’ve connected the device to the INPUT 1L or INPUT 2R jack, try turning the [SENS 1L] or [SENS 2R] knob of the QUAD-CAPTURE toward the right to increase the input level (p. 10).
Troubleshooting Problem Confirmation Resolution You must use the included USB cable. Are you using the included USB cable? Sound is interrupted during playback or recording, sound drops out Some commercially available USB cables do not meet the requirements of the USB standard, and this may prevent the QUAD-CAPTURE from operating correctly. Is the monitoring function of Windows enabled? (Windows 7) Disable the monitoring function (p. 48).
Troubleshooting Problem Confirmation Resolution Is the driver installed? Install the driver (p. 14). Is the QUAD-CAPTURE’s sampling rate set to 192 kHz? If the QUAD-CAPTURE’s sampling rate is set to 192 kHz, the COAXIAL IN (3/4)/OUT (3/4) jacks cannot be used. Are the software’s input device and output device configured? Select the QUAD-CAPTURE as the input and output device (p. 24, p. 27).
Troubleshooting Problem Cannot play back or record Cannot change the sampling rate in Advanced Driver Settings or software. Cannot play or record 24-bit audio data 42 Confirmation Is it possible that the digital signal arriving as input has a different sampling rate than the rate you’ve selected within your software? Resolution Set the sampling rate setting of the software to match the sampling rate of the equipment connected to the COAXIAL IN (3/4) jack.
Troubleshooting Problems with SONAR LE Problem Confirmation Resolution Cannot record or play back at 192 kHz SONAR LE is limited to a maximum sampling rate of 96 kHz. If you want to record and play back at 192 kHz, you need to use a higher-level version of SONAR. Limitations When Using the 192 kHz Setting If the QUAD-CAPTURE’s sampling rate is set to 192 kHz, its operation will be limited as follows. • The COAXIAL IN (3/4)/OUT (3/4) jacks cannot be used.
Troubleshooting Changing Computer Settings to Avoid Problems Changing these computer settings can help you avoid the problems described in “Problems When Installing the Driver” (p. 36) and “Problems When Using the QUAD-CAPTURE” (p. 37). Driver Signing Options Setting (Windows XP) If the “Driver Signing Options” setting is set to [Block], you cannot install the driver. Configure as follows. 1. Open the “Control Panel,” click [Performance and Maintenance], and then click the [System] icon.
Troubleshooting Power Management Settings If the sound is interrupted during a performance or if sounds are missing, you may be able to resolve the problem by changing the computer’s power management settings. 1. Windows 7/Windows Vista Open the “Control Panel,” click [System and Security] or [System and Maintenance], and then click [Power Options]. • If you have selected Icon view in Windows 7, double-click the [Power Options] icon.
Troubleshooting System “Performance” Settings (Windows) If the sound is interrupted during a performance or if sounds are missing, you may be able to solve the problem by changing the “Performance” setting of the system as described below. 1. Windows 7/Windows Vista Open the “Control Panel,” click [System and Security] or [System and Maintenance], and then click [System]. • If you have selected Icon view in Windows 7, double-click the [System] icon.
Troubleshooting Setting the System Volume If the playback volume is too loud or too quiet, try adjusting the system volume. 1. Windows 7 Open the “Control Panel” and set the display mode to “Category.” 2. Click [Hardware and Sound], and then click [Adjust system volume]. 3. After the volume mixer appears, select the QUAD-CAPTURE’s [1-2 (QUAD-CAPTURE)] from the “Device” pull-down menu and adjust the volume. 1. Windows Vista Open the “Control Panel” and click [Hardware and Sound].
Troubleshooting Voice Communication Software Settings (Windows 7) If you are using voice communication software, the volume of the audio device can be adjusted automatically to suit the conversation. Use the following procedure to disable automatic volume adjustment. 1. Open the “Control Panel,” click [Hardware and Sound], and then click [Sound]. If you have selected Icon view, click [Sound]. 2. In the [Communications] tab, set “When Windows detects communications activity” to [Do nothing]. 3.
Troubleshooting Reinstalling the Driver If you experience problems installing the driver, use the following procedure and reinstall the driver. 1. Delete the QUAD-CAPTURE’s driver. 2. Install the driver again as described in “Driver Installation” (p. 14). Deleting the Driver If the computer does not detect the QUAD-CAPTURE correctly, use the following procedure to delete the driver, and then install the driver again as described in “Driver Installation” (p. 14). 1.
Troubleshooting  1. Mac OS X Start up the computer without the QUAD-CAPTURE connected. Disconnect all USB cables other than those for a USB keyboard and/or USB mouse (if used). 2. Insert the included CD-ROM into the computer’s DVD-ROM drive. 3. Double-click [Uninstaller] in the [MacDriver] folder on the included CD-ROM. 4. When “This uninstalls QUAD-CAPTURE driver from this Mac.” appears, click [Uninstall]. 5. When “Are you sure you want to uninstall the driver?” appears, click [OK].
Troubleshooting Advanced Driver Settings You can set the input and output audio buffer size and ASIO-related settings. Windows When using Windows 7, driver settings cannot be changed while the monitoring function of Windows is enabled. Disable the monitoring function (p. 48). 1. 2. Exit all programs that are using the QUAD-CAPTURE. Open the “Control Panel” and set the display mode as follows. • Windows 7: Icon view • Windows Vista/Windows XP: Classic view 3. Double-click the [QUAD-CAPTURE] icon. 4.
Troubleshooting Setting Description [Match with the ASIO sample rate] (Windows 7/ Windows Vista) You can match the Windows sound sampling rate (e.g., MME, DirectSound, or WASAPI) with the ASIO sampling rate. Select this check box when using an ASIO-compatible application concurrently with an application, such as Windows Media Player, that is compatible with Windows sound. [Show “README”] You can display the online manual for the driver. Mac OS X 1.
Main Specifications USB Audio Interface: Roland QUAD-CAPTURE UA-55 Number of Audio Record/ Playback Channels Sampling Rate: 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz Record: 4 channels Playback: 4 channels Sampling Rate: 192 kHz Record: 2 channels Playback: 2 channels PC interface: 24 bits Signal Processing AD/DA Conversion: 24 bits Internal: 40 bits Sampling Rate Nominal Input Level AD/DA Conversion: 192 kHz, 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz DIGITAL (IN/OUT): 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.
Main Specifications XLR type (balanced, phantom power: +48 V, 6 mA Max) * Current value per channel. Input jacks 1–2 1/4-inch TRS phone type (balanced) * INPUT 1 supports high impedance Connectors Headphones jack (Stereo 1/4-inch phone type) OUTPUT jacks 1–2 (1/4-inch TRS phone type (balanced)) COAXIAL IN connector COAXIAL OUT connector MIDI connectors (In, Out) USB connector USB 2.
Index A M Audio MIDI Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 AUTO-SENS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 [AUTO-SENS] button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 MIDI IN connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MIDI OUT connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [MIX] knob. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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For the USA Model Name : Type of Equipment : Responsible Party : Address : Telephone : DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement UA-55 USB Audio Interface Roland Corporation U.S. 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 (323) 890-3700 For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
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+48V INPUT 1L INPUT 2R COAXIAL IN (3/4) MIDI IN Hi-Z/ Lo-Z SENS SENS A/D A/D PHASE PHASE HPF 100Hz HPF 100Hz COMP COMP OUT 1/2 AUDIO MAIN IN 1/2 OUT OUT 3/4 MIDI IN 3/4 IN Hi-SPEED USB INPUT MONO/ DIRECT MIXER PHONES MIDI OUT (3/4) COAXIAL OUT OUTPUT 2R OUTPUT 1L STEREO D/A DIGITAL OUT SELECTOR MIXER MIX OUTPUT * 4 0 - 8 3 2 9 0 1 0 0 1 5 *
