Behringer UCA202 Network Card User Manual
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1. 1 Connectors 18 6 SPECIFICATIONS RCA unbalanced approx 27 kQ 2 dBV RCA unbalanced approx 400 Q 2 dBV Toslink optical cable S PDIF 1 8 TRS stereo jack approx 50 Q 2 dBu 2 x 3 7 mW 100 Q type A 6 SPECIFICATIONS DIGITAL PROCESSING Converter Sample rate SYSTEM DATA Frequency response THD Crosstalk Signal to noise ratio POWER SUPPLY USB connection DIMENSIONS WEIGHT Dimensions H x W x D Weight U CONTROL gt UCA202 16 bit converter 32 0 kHz 44 1 kHz 48 0 kHz 10 Hz to 20 kHz 1 dB 44 1 kHz sample rate 10 Hz to 22 kHz 1 dB 48 0 kHz sample rate 0 05 typ 10 dBV 1kHz 77 dB 0 dBV 1 kHz A D 89 dB typ 1 kHz A weighted D A 96 dB typ 1 kHz A weighted 5 V 100 mA max approx 22 mm 0 87 x 88 mm 3 46 x 60 mm 2 36 approx 0 12 kg BEHRINGER always takes great care to ensure the highest standard of quality Any modifications which may be necessary will be made without prior notification Technical data and appearance of the equipment can therefore differ from the details or illustrations shown 6 SPECIFICATIONS 19 U CONTROL gt UCA202 7 WARRANTY 1 OTHER WARRANTY RIGHTS AND NATIONAL LAW 1 This warranty does not exclude or limit the buyer s statutory rights provided by national law in particular any such rights against the seller that arise from a legally effective purchase contract 2 The warranty regulations mentioned herein ar2. Trademarks mentioned belong to their respective owners and are not affiliated with BEHRINGER U CONTROL gt UCA202 FOREWORD Dear Customer welcome to the team of U CONTROL users and thank you very much for expressing your confidence in us by purchasing the UCA202 It is one of my most pleasant tasks to write this letter to you because it is the culmination of many months of hard work delivered by our engineering team to reach a very ambitious goal to develop a first rate unit which is flexible enough to be used mobile as well as within studio setups The task to design our new UCA202 certainly meant a great deal of responsibility You the discerning user and musician were the focus of our entire development efforts It also meant a lot of work and night shifts to accomplish this goal But it was fun too Developing a product usually brings a lot of people together and what a great feeling it is when every body who participated in such a project can be proud of what we ve achieved It is our philosophy to share our joy with you because you are the most important member of the BEHRINGER family With your highly competent suggestions for new products you ve greatly contributed to shaping our company and making it successful In return we guarantee you uncompromising quality as well as excellent technical and audio properties at an extremely favorab le price All of this will enable you to fully unfold your creativity without being
3. CA202 To provide a professional recording interface between mixing console and computer you can use the UCA202 in combination with a suitable mixing console that includes subgroup outputs This type of setup allows you to record several signals in the computer at the same time to simultaneously play back several takes or playbacks which have been recorded and to listen to the whole recording via loudspea kers or headphones Figure 4 1 shows a possible setup with one UCA202 Connect the outputs of the subgroup in this case ALT 3 4 OUT with the inputs of the UCA202 6 You can choose to connect the outputs of the interface either to the TAPE INPUT sockets or to your monitor speakers You can connect control headphones to the 3 socket of the UCA202 or to the headphones output of your mixing console Use the USB cable supplied with the unit to connect your PC or MAC via the USB interface By routing each channel that you want to record through the ALT3 4 subgroup you can now use the input channels of the mixing console to record different signals e g microphone guitar sound module etc in the computer If you connect the OUT jacks of the UCA202 to channel inputs 7 8 not via TAPE INPUT make sure that the signal is not switched to the subgroup but instead to the main output of your mixer MUTE key on the UB1204FX PRO in channel 7 8 not pressed Otherwise feedback can occur Make sure that you use the SOURCE section on the mixing consol
4. ECIFICATIONS G 18 A A EP Poo a 20 U CONTROL gt UCA202 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the family of U CONTROL users and thank you for expressing your confidence in BEHRIN GER products by purchasing the UCA202 With the UCA202 you have purchased a high performance audio interface that includes a USB connector It is thus an ideal sound card for your laptop computer or an essential recording playback component for studio environments that involve desktop computers The UCA202 is PC and Mac compatible Therefore no separate installation procedure is required while the operating system drivers ensure an extremely short latency Thanks to its robust construction and compact dimensions the UCA202 is also ideal for traveling The separate headphones output allows you to play back your recordings at any time even if you don t happen to have any loudspeakers available 2 inputs and outputs as well as the digital stereo output give you total connecting flexibility to mixing consoles loudspeakers or headphones Power is supplied to the unit via the USB interface The LED gives you a quick check that the UCA202 is properly connected to the computer The UCA202 is the ideal extra for every computer musician 8 1 INTRODUCTION U CONTROL gt UCA202 1 1 Before you started 1 1 1 Shipment Your UCA202 was carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure secure transport Should the condition of the cardboard box suggest that damage may have ta
5. IZATION NUMBER 1 To obtain warranty service the buyer or his authorized dealer must call BEHRINGER see enclosed list during normal business hours BEFORE returning the product All inquiries must be accompanied by a description of the problem BEHRINGER will then issue a return authorization number 20 7 WARRANTY U CONTROL gt UCA202 2 Subsequently the product must be returned in its original shipping carton together with the return authorization number GB to the address indicated by BEHRINGER 3 Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted 5 WARRANTY REGULATIONS 1 Warranty services will be furnished only if the product is accompanied by a copy of the original retail dealer s invoice Any product deemed eligible for repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced 2 If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to comply with applicable technical or safety standards on a national or local level in any country which is not the country for which the product was originally developed and manufactured this modification adaptation shall not be considered a defect in materials or workmanship The warranty does not cover any such modification adaptation irrespective of whether it was carried out properly or not Under the terms of this warranty BEHRINGER shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from such a modification adaptation 3 Free inspections and mainte
6. U CONTROL gt UCA202 www behringer com Operating Manual Version 1 1 March 2006 wc BEHRINGER JUST LISTEN U CONTROL gt UCA202 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric This symbol wherever it appears alerts shock do not remove the top you to the presence of uninsulated cover or the rear section No dangerous voltage inside the en user serviceable parts inside closure voltage that may be refer servicing to qualified sufficient to constitute a risk of shock personnel WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or This symbol wherever it appears alerts electric shock do not expose you to important operating and mainte this appliance to rain and nance instructions in the accompanying moisture The apparatus shall literature Please read the manual not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN A ATTENTION A RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR mf U CONTROL gt UCA202 DETAILED SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 1 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers
7. e applicable unless they constitute an infringement of national warranty law 2 ONLINE REGISTRATION Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting www behringer com alternatively www behringer de and kindly read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently Thank you for your cooperation 3 WARRANTY 1 BEHRINGER BEHRINGER International GmbH including all BEHRINGER subsidiaries listed on the enclosed page except BEHRINGER Japan warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the original date of purchase in accordance with the warranty regulations described below If the product shows any defects within the specified warranty period that are not excluded from this warranty as described under 5 BEHRINGER shall at its discretion either replace or repair the product using suitable new or reconditioned parts In the case that other parts are used which constitute an improvement BEHRINGER may at its discretion charge the customer for the additional cost of these parts 2 If the warranty claim proves to be justified the product will be returned to the user freight prepaid 3 Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded 4 RETURN AUTHOR
8. e to select the correct monitoring paths ALT 3 4 and MAIN MIX or ALT 3 4 and TAPE If you lead the UCA202 back via a channel input not TAPE INPUT you can also use the aux path in the channel to set up a monitor mix for live musicians To do this use the Aux Send e g Aux 1 in this channel input If the musicians want to hear themselves as well as the playback or previous recording takes use the Aux Sends in the recording channels to mix in the recording signals with the monitor mix 4 WORKING WITH THE UCA202 15 U CONTROL gt UCA202 5 AUDIO CONNECTIONS Although there are various ways to integrate the UCA202 into your studio or live set up the audio connections to be made will basically be the same in all cases 5 1 Wiring Please use standard RCA cables to connect the UCA202 to other audio equipment You can also use an adapter cable shield Fig 5 1 RCA cable 16 5 AUDIO CONNECTIONS U CONTROL gt UCA202 Sleeve Sleeve Tip Tip Fig 5 2 Adapter cable with 1 4 jack 5 2 Headphones connection The UCA202 is provided with a headphones jack Here you can connect any standard pair of stereo headphones with a 1 8 TRS connector 5 AUDIO CONNECTIONS 17 U CONTROL gt UCA202 LINE IN Connectors Input impedance Max input level LINE OUT Connectors Output impedance Max output level DIGITAL OUTPUT Socket Output format PHONES OUT Socket Output impedance Max output pegel USB 1
9. hampered by budget constraints We are often asked how we can make it to produce such high grade devices at such unbelievably low prices The answer is quite simple it s you our customers Many satisfied customers means large sales volumes enabling us to get better conditions of purchase for components etc Isn t it only fair to pass this benefit back to you Because we know that your success is our success too U CONTROL gt UCA202 would like to thank all people whose help on U CONTROL UCA202 has made it all possible Everybody has made very personal contributions starting from the designers of the unit via the many staff members in our company to you the user of BEHRINGER products My friends it s been worth the trouble Thank you very much It p Uli Behringer U CONTROL gt UCA202 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUC TION ap a realen 8 1 1 Before you started anne ee 9 IM EE NE EE ceca 9 11 2 os oa o EEE EE EE EE 9 1 13 Online registration re 10 2 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS cocinar 11 2 1 Hardware ENN ta 11 3 OPERATING ELEMENTS AND CONNECTIONS 2 222 22222222200220020n2000 12 Ns A NE E E E A A AET 12 RET A 18 4 WORKING WITH THE UCA202 0ccooccoccconcconconcconcconnconcconcnnnnnoncnnaronncnnnnnnnnos 14 A T Applicaton example sorento cortante tienta amenace sti sees iden 14 5 AUDIO CONNECTIONS isis 16 GSE e PERA Pon o EN NINO IN A A DEREN SARAH EHINNERR 16 52 Headphones Connection errada 17 6 gt F
10. ing Such costs will also be invoiced separately when the buyer has sent in a written repair order 86 WARRANTY TRANSFERABILITY This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer customer of retail dealer and is not transferable to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product No other person retail dealer etc shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf of BEHRINGER 87 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES Failure of BEHRINGER to provide proper warranty service shall not entitle the buyer to claim consequential damages In no event shall the liability of BEHRINGER exceed the invoiced value of the product Customers in the European Union please contact BEHRINGER Germany Support for further details FireWire is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Technical specifications and appearance subject to change without notice The information contained herein is correct at the time of printing The names of companies institutions or publications pictured or mentioned and their respective logos are registered trademarks of their respective owners Mac and the Mac Logo are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the US and other countries Their use neither constitutes a claim of the trademarks by BEHRINGER nor affiliation of the trademark owners with BEHRINGER BEHRINGER accepts no liability for any loss which may be suffered by any person who relies either wholly or in part upon any descri
11. ken place please inspect the unit immediately and look for physical indications of damage IS Damaged equipment should NEVER be sent directly to us Please inform the dealer from whom you acquired the unit immediately as well as the transportation com pany from which you took delivery Otherwise all claims for replacement repair may be rendered invalid 123 Please always use the original packaging to avoid damage due to storage or ship ping is Never let unsupervised children play with the equipment or with its packaging 1237 Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally friendly fashion 1 1 2 Initial operation Please make sure the unit is provided with sufficient ventilation and never place the UCA202 on top of an amplifier or in the vicinity of a heater to avoid the risk of overheating The current supply is made via the USB connecting cable so that there is no external power supply unit required All required safety precautions have been adhered to 1 INTRODUCTION 9 U CONTROL gt UCA202 1 1 3 Online registration Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting www behringer com alternatively www behringer de and kindly read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction our goal is to have it repaired as quickly as possible To arrange for warranty service please contact the retailer from whom the equipme
12. nance repair work are expressly excluded from this warranty in particular if caused by improper handling of the product by the user This also applies to defects caused by normal wear and tear in particular of faders crossfaders potentiometers keys buttons tubes guitar strings illuminants and similar parts 4 Damages defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this warranty A improper handling neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals A connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not comply with the technical or safety regulations applicable in the country where the product is used A damages defects caused by force majeure or any other condition that is beyond the control of BEHRINGER 5 Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized personnel user included will void the warranty 6 Ifan inspection of the product by BEHRINGER shows that the defect in question is not covered by the warranty the inspection costs are payable by the customer 7 WARRANTY 21 U CONTROL UCA202 7 Products which do not meet the terms of this warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyer s expense BEHRINGER will inform the buyer of any such circumstance If the buyer fails to submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after notification BEHRINGER will return the unit C O D with a separate invoice for freight and pack
13. nt was purchased Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity you may directly contact one of our subsidiaries Corresponding contact information is included in the original equipment packaging Global Contact Information European Contact Information Should your country not be listed please contact the distributor nearest you A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website www behringer com support Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently Thank you for your cooperation 10 1 INTRODUCTION U CONTROL gt UCA202 2 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS The UCA202 is PC and Mac compatible Therefore no installation procedure or drivers are required for the correct functioning of the UCA202 13 To work with the UCA202 your computer must fulfill the following ninimum requirements Intel or AMD CPU 400 MHz or higher G3 300 MHz or higher minimum 128 MB RAM minimum 128 MB RAM USB 1 1 interface USB 1 1 interface Windows XP 2000 Mac OS 9 0 4 or higher 10 X or higher 2 1 Hardware connection Use the USB connecting cable supplied with the UCA202 to connect the unit to your computer The USB connection also supplies the UCA202 with current You can connect a variety of devices and equipment to the inputs and outputs 2 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 11 U CONTROL gt UCA202 3 OPERATING ELEMENTS AND CONNECTIONS 3 1 Front
14. panel Fig 3 1 Front panel UCA202 The LED indicates the status of the USB power supply DIGITAL OUTPUT The Toslink jack carries an S PDIF signal which can be connected via a fiber optic cable for example to the digital input of an effects device Use the f pjack to connect a standard pair of headphones equipped with a 1 8 TRS connector 12 3 OPERATING ELEMENTSAND CONNECTIONS U CONTROL gt UCA202 The VOLUME control adjusts the volume level of the headphones output Turn the control fully to GB the left before you connect the headphones This helps you avoid the damage that is caused by high volume settings 3 2 Rear panel 0000 GF Fig 3 2 back of the UCA202 Use the LINE OUT jacks for audio cables with RCA connectors 6 Use the LINE IN jacks for audio cables with RCA connectors The OFF ON MONITOR switch activates the monitor function In this case the input signal is routed directly to the headphones output 3 OPERATING ELEMENTS AND CONNECTIONS 13 U CONTROL UCA202 4 WORKING WITH THE UCA202 4 1 Application example TRUTH BE B2031A 0 0 l oj pe 3 19 8989 5100 bee 5005 10000 3 TN EEA UB1204F x PRO U CONTROL UCA202 Cd Fig 4 1 Common version with the UCA202 PC MAC 14 4 WORKING WITH THE UCA202 U CONTROL gt U
15. ption photograph or statement contained herein Colours and specification may vary slightly from product Products are sold through our authorised dealers only Distributors and dealers are not agents of BEHRINGER and have absolutely no authority to bind BEHRINGER by any express or implied undertaking or representation No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying and recording of any kind for any purpose without the express written permission of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH BEHRINGER is a registered trademark ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2006 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH Hanns Martin Schleyer Str 36 38 47877 Willich M nchheide Il Germany Tel 49 2154 9206 0 Fax 49 2154 9206 49032 22 7 WARRANTY
16. that produce heat 8 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 9 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 10 CAUTION These service instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions unless you are qualified to do so U CONTROL gt UCA202 SU CONTROL Ultra low latency 2 In 2 Out USB Audio Interface with Digital Output A Ultra flexible audio interface connects your instruments mixer etc with your computer for recor ding and playback High resolution 48 KHz converters for high end audio quality gt Works with your PC or Mac no setup or drivers required Free audio recording and editing softwa re downloadable at www behringer com Stereo headphone output with dedicated level control lets you monitor both input and output Additional S PDIF optical output for direct digital conversion Powered via USB bus no external power supply needed High quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany gt r gt pp p gt All
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