Owner's Manual Bedienungsanleitung Mode d'emploi Manuale d'uso Manual del usuario Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the UM-2EX USB MIDI Interface. 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 2; p. 4). 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. 202 Copyright © 2005 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. 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. 001 004 · Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner's Manual. ............................................................................................... 002a · Do not open (or modify in any way) 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 Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page. ............................................................................................... · 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 heatgenerating 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. ............................................................................................... 2 007 023 · 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. ............................................................................................... 011 · Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit. ............................................................................................... 012d (Modified) · 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. ............................................................................................... 104 · 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: · 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. ............................................................................................... 013 · 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. ............................................................................................... · 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. ............................................................................................... 014 · Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!) ............................................................................................... 3 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" on pages 2 and 3, please read and observe the following: Placement 352a Maintenance 401a · This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers. 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. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit. 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. · 352b · 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. Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation. 402 · Additional Precautions 553 354a · · 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. 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. To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit's volume at reasonable levels (especially when it is late at night). When you need to transport the unit, pack it in shock-absorbent material. Transporting the unit without doing so can cause it to become scratched or damaged, and could lead to malfunction. 556 355b · · 558b · 559b · 4 Handling CD-ROMs 801 · 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. 204 * * 206j Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The screen shots in this document are used in compliance with the guidelines of the Microsoft Corporation. Windows® is known officially as: "Microsoft® Windows® operating system." Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. OMS is a registered trademark of Opcode Systems, Inc. FreeMIDI is a trademark of Mark of the Unicorn, Inc. 206e * 207 * 209 * 220 * 231 * 232 * 5 Contents of the Package The UM-2EX includes the following items. When you open the package, first make sure that all items are included. If any are missing, contact the dealer where you purchased the UM2EX. USB MIDI Interface UM-2EX CD-ROM This contains drivers for use with the UM-2EX. Owner's Manual This is the manual you are reading. Please keep it on hand for reference. 6 Contents Names of Things and What They Do................................................................... 9 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Windows) ..................................... 11 About the Driver Modes ................................................................................................................ 11 Installing the Driver........................................................................................................................ 12 Windows XP/2000 users ...................................................................................................... 12 Windows Me/98 users ......................................................................................................... 17 Setting the Driver ............................................................................................................................ 18 Windows XP users ................................................................................................................ 18 Windows 2000/Me users ..................................................................................................... 19 Windows 98 users ................................................................................................................. 20 Getting Connected and Installing Drivers (Macintosh) ................................... 21 About the Driver Modes ................................................................................................................ 21 Driver Installation and Settings .................................................................................................... 21 Mac OS X users ...................................................................................................................... 22 Mac OS 9 users....................................................................................................................... 26 Basic Use............................................................................................................. 33 Basic Connections and MIDI Flow ............................................................................................... 33 Transmitting MIDI messages from a MIDI keyboard or digital piano to the sequencer software ............................... 33 Transmitting MIDI Messages from the sequencer software to a MIDI sound module or digital piano....................... 34 Appendices.......................................................................................................... 35 About Standard Driver Mode ....................................................................................................... 35 Installation of the standard driver ...................................................................................... 35 Standard driver settings ....................................................................................................... 35 Troubleshooting.................................................................................................. 36 Main Specifications ............................................................................................ 44 7 Deutsch Anschlüsse herstellen und Treiber installieren (Windows)............................ 45 Treiber installieren.......................................................................................................................... 45 Windows XP/2000-Anwender ............................................................................................ 45 Anschlüsse herstellen und Treiber installieren (Macintosh).......................... 48 Treiberinstallation und Einstellung .......................................... ...