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Contents Contents Message from the Development Team..2 Panel Controls and Terminals ...............3 Front Panel......................................................3 Rear Panel ......................................................5 Software ..........................................................7 Using the UR22mkII ..............................10 Connections..................................................10 Configuring Audio Driver Settings on the DAW Software ....................................
Panel Controls and Terminals Panel Controls and Terminals Front Panel 1 [INPUT 1 GAIN] knob 5 [USB] indicator Adjusts the input signal level of the [MIC/LINE 1] jack. 2 [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks For connection to a microphone or digital instrument. This jack can be connected to both XLR-type and phone-type (balanced/unbalanced) plugs*1. The XLRtype is set to the optimum level for microphone connection and phone type is for line connection. Lights up when the power is turned on.
Panel Controls and Terminals 8 [MIX] knob Adjusts the signal level balance between the input signal to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks and the signal from an application, such as DAW software. Both of the signals to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks are mixed as a mono signal. Operation of this control knob does not affect the signal sent to a computer. HINT Using the Mix knob Turn the [MIX] knob to the [DAW] side if the input volume is high and to the [INPUT] side if the input volume is low.
Panel Controls and Terminals Rear Panel 1 [5V DC] port For connecting a USB power adapter or USB mobile battery. Use a Micro USB B connector for connection. Use a power supply when connecting the UR22mkII to a device that does not supply sufficient bus power, such as an iPad. (The UR22mkII does not include a USB power adapter or USB mobile battery.) NOTICE • Read the safety precautions for the USB power adapter or USB mobile battery that you use.
Panel Controls and Terminals 6 [+48V] switch Turns on and off the phantom power. When you turn this switch on, phantom power will be supplied to the XLR jack connected to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks. Only turn this switch on/off after connecting a phantom powered condenser microphone to the device. Always turn the phantom power switch to OFF when it is not required. NOTICE When using phantom power, observe the following to prevent noise and possible damage to UR22mkII or connected equipment.
Panel Controls and Terminals Software Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver is a software program that allows communication between the UR22mkII and a computer. In Control Panel, you can configure the basic settings for the audio driver (Windows) or confirm the audio driver information (Mac). NOTE Installing the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver is not necessary when connecting the device to an iPad. Windows 2 Enable Loopback Turns the loopback function on and off with check box.
Panel Controls and Terminals ASIO window Mac For selecting the ASIO driver settings. How to Open the Window Use the following two methods. • Select [System Preferences] [Yamaha Steinberg USB]. • From the Cubase series menu, select [Devices] [Device Setup...] [Steinberg UR22mkII] [Control Panel] [Open Config App]. Steinberg UR22mkII Window This window is for setting the loopback function. 1 Device Lets you select the device for use with the ASIO driver.
Panel Controls and Terminals 3 Mix When Enable Loopback is set to on, select the input signal to Mono or Stereo. Options: Mono, Stereo Mono: [MIC/LINE 1/2] inputs will be recorded as mono. Stereo: [MIC/LINE 1/2] inputs will be recorded as stereo. The [MIC/LINE 1] input will be L channel. The [MIC/LINE 2] input will be R channel. HINT How to Select the Buffer Size Select the buffer size in the settings window for each application (DAW software, etc.).
Using the UR22mkII Using the UR22mkII 6. Connect an electric guitar to the [MIC/LINE 2] jack. Connections 7. Turn the [INPUT 2 HI-Z] switch on. 8. Turn the [+48V] switch on when using a condenser microphone which requires phantom power. This section covers instructions for connecting a microphone and an electric guitar to the UR22mkII with a computer. 1. Confirm that the output level of the [OUTPUT] and [PHONES] knobs are set to the minimum.
Using the UR22mkII Connection examples Connecting to a Computer Microphone Keyboard Guitar Headphones Connecting to an iPad Microphone Keyboard Guitar Front Panel Front Panel Rear Panel Rear Panel To [USB2.
Using the UR22mkII Configuring Audio Driver Settings on the DAW Software This section provides examples of connecting the UR22mkII to a computer. The explanations in this section assume that the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver has been properly installed according to the “Getting Started” instructions included with the package. Recording/Playback This section explains simple recording/playback operations for using a microphone and an electric guitar, using an existing template in Cubase (default settings).
Using the UR22mkII 4. Select UR22mkII ports for [Device Port] on both the inputs and outputs tabs. Inputs Tab 9. Select the input routing in the inspector. When a microphone is connected to the [MIC/LINE 1] jack: Click the track name on the left side of the project window. Track name Outputs Tab In the window that appears below, select [Mono-In 1]. 5. Set the [MIX] knob of the device to the center position between [INPUT] and [DAW]. 6.
Using the UR22mkII 10. Click [] at the top of the screen to start recording. 11. Programs other than Cubase Series 1. Launch the DAW software. 2. Adjust the input signal level of the microphone or guitar with the [INPUT GAIN] knob on the device. HINT Setting optimum recording levels Click [] at the top of the screen to stop recording. 12. Click the Ruler to move the project cursor to Adjust the gain knobs so that the [PEAK] indicator flashes briefly at the loudest input volume. 3.
Using the UR22mkII Using the UR22mkII with connected MIDI device This section explains the Cubase settings for using the VST instrument HALion Sonic SE with connected MIDI device. 1. 4. Select the input routing in the inspector. Click the track name on the left side of the project window. Track name Confirm the connection between the MIDI device and UR22mkII. Connect the MIDI IN of the UR22mkII to the MIDI OUT jack of the MIDI device with a MIDI cable.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Power does not turn on. (The USB indicator is off or flashing continuously, even though the UR22mkII is connected to a computer.) Has the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver been installed properly? Refer to the Getting Started instructions to complete the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver installation. To confirm the installation, follow these steps: 1. Connect the device directly to the computer by using a USB cable. Make sure not to connect it to a USB hub. 2.
Troubleshooting No sound Is the [ASIO Driver] setting on the Cubase series program set properly? From the Cubase series menu, open the [Devices] [Device Setup…] [VST Audio System], then confirm that the [Yamaha Steinberg USB ASIO] (Windows) or [Steinberg UR22mkII] (Mac) is selected on the [ASIO Driver]. Windows Mac Was the power of the device turned on before starting the DAW software? Before starting the DAW software, connect the device to a computer and turn on the power of the device.
Troubleshooting Unusual sound (noise, interruption, or distortion) Does your computer satisfy the system requirements? Confirm the system requirements. For the latest information, see the Steinberg website below. http://www.steinberg.net/ Are you recording or playing long continuous sections of audio? The audio data processing capabilities of your computer will depend on a number of factors including CPU speed and access to external devices. Reduce the audio tracks and check the sound again.
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