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Roland Octa-Capture User Manual

Roland Octa-Capture
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Table of Contents

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Roland Octa-Capture Specifications

Audio Channels IconAudio Channels
number of audio record channels (44.1/48/96 kHz)12 channels
number of audio playback channels (44.1/48/96 kHz)10 channels
number of audio record channels (192 kHz)4 channels
number of audio playback channels (192 kHz)4 channels
Signal Processing IconSignal Processing
pc interface bit depth24-bit
ad/da conversion bit depth24-bit
internal processing bit depth40-bit
Sampling Frequency IconSampling Frequency
ad/da conversion sampling frequency44.1/48/96/192 kHz
digital (in/out) sampling frequency44.1/48/96 kHz
Input and Output Levels IconInput and Output Levels
nominal input level (input jack 1-6, xlr type)-56 to -6 dBu
nominal input level (input jack 7-8, xlr type)-50 to +0 dBu
nominal input level (input jack 1-8, 1/4-inch trs phone type)-46 to +4 dBu
nominal output level (output 1-8)+0 dBu (balanced)
headroom16 dB
Impedance IconImpedance
input impedance (input jack 1-6, xlr type)5 k ohms (balanced)
input impedance (input jack 7-8, xlr type)10 k ohms (balanced)
input impedance (input jack 1-8, 1/4-inch trs phone type)17 k ohms (balanced)
output impedance (output 1-8)1.8 k ohms (balanced)
output impedance (phones)47 ohms
Frequency and Noise IconFrequency and Noise
frequency response (192 kHz)20 Hz to 90 kHz (+0/-8 dB)
frequency response (96 kHz)20 Hz to 40 kHz (+0/-2 dB)
frequency response (48 kHz)20 Hz to 22 kHz (+0/-2 dB)
frequency response (44.1 kHz)20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0/-2 dB)
residual noise level-87 dBu typ. (GAIN: min., 600 ohms terminated, IHF-A)
Dynamic Range and Display IconDynamic Range and Display
dynamic range (ad block input 1-8)104 dB typ. (GAIN: min.)
dynamic range (da block output 1-8)113 dB typ.
display128 x 64 dots Graphic LCD (backlit LCD)
Connectors IconConnectors
input jacks (xlr type / 1/4-inch trs phone type)XLR type (balanced/phantom power +48 V), 1/4-inch TRS phone type (balanced)
coaxial input connectorpresent
coaxial output connectorpresent
headphone jackStereo 1/4-inch phone type
output jack (1/4-inch trs phone type)balanced
midi connectorsIn, Out
usb connectorpresent
Power and Dimensions IconPower and Dimensions
power supplyDC 9 V (AC adaptor)
current draw1.45 A
dimensions283.8 (W) x 157.9 (D) x 50.4 (H) mm / 11-3/16 (W) x 6-1/4 (D) x 2 (H) inches
weight1.32 kg / 2 lbs 15 oz

Summary

Using the Unit Safely

Essential Safety Guidelines

Lists critical safety instructions to prevent hazards like fire, shock, or injury.

Important Notes

Panel Descriptions

Front panel Overview

Introduces the controls and indicators on the front of the OCTA-CAPTURE.

Rear Panel Overview

Introduces the connectors and ports on the rear of the OCTA-CAPTURE.

Driver Installation and Settings

Installation Procedure Overview

Provides a table outlining driver installation steps for different OS.

Windows 7/Vista: Driver Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the driver on Windows 7/Vista.

User Account Control and Setup Wizard

Details the User Account Control prompt and the driver setup wizard steps.

Input/Output Device Settings

Explains selecting OCTA-CAPTURE as audio/MIDI device in software.

Windows XP: Driver Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the driver on Windows XP.

Windows XP: Found New Hardware Wizard

Explains the process for the Found New Hardware Wizard on Windows XP.

Windows XP: Input/Output Device Settings

Selecting OCTA-CAPTURE as audio/MIDI device in software for XP.

Mac OS X: Driver Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the driver on Mac OS X.

Mac OS X: Audio I/O Device Settings

Selecting OCTA-CAPTURE as audio device in system settings for Mac.

Mac OS X: MIDI I/O Device Settings

Configuring MIDI settings in Audio MIDI Setup.

Mac OS X: MIDI Configuration and Testing

Setting up MIDI connections and testing transmission.

Verifying That You Hear Sound

Connecting Your Audio Playback System

Illustrates connecting headphones or speakers for monitoring.

Playing Back the Sample Data

Instructions for playing sample audio files to verify setup.

Basic Operation

Basic Connections Diagram

Illustrates the physical connections for power, computer, and audio output.

Turning the Power On

Step-by-step guide for powering on the unit and connected equipment.

Turning the Power Off

Step-by-step guide for powering off the unit and connected equipment.

Controlling the Preamp

How to select channels and adjust preamp gain using buttons and knob.

PHANTOM [48V] Button

How to turn phantom power on/off for condenser microphones.

Recording a Microphone or Guitar

Guides on connecting and setting up microphones and guitars for recording.

Input Impedance Setting (CH 1 & 2)

How to set input impedance for Hi-Z or Lo-Z on channels 1 and 2.

Phantom Power On/Off

Instructions for enabling or disabling phantom power.

Input Sensitivity Setting

How to adjust input sensitivity for optimal recording quality.

Auto Sens Setting

Explains how Auto Sens automatically sets recording levels.

Direct Monitor Volume Adjustment

How to adjust monitor sound balance without affecting recording level.

Advanced Operation

Simultaneously Recording Multiple Inputs

Guides on connecting multiple instruments for simultaneous recording.

Input Sensitivity Adjustments

Reiteration on adjusting input sensitivity for best quality.

Direct Monitor Volume Adjustments

Reiteration on adjusting monitor volume balance.

Direct Mixers and Routing

Overview of direct mixers and patch bay for monitoring and output assignment.

Control Panel Introduction

Explains the function of the dedicated control panel software.

Main Window and Control Screens

Describes the main window, preamp, and direct mixer control screens.

Preamp Control Parameters

Details settings like input gain, phantom power, phase, and low cut.

Compressor Control Parameters

Explains compressor settings like Gate, Attack, Release, Ratio, Gain, Link.

Direct Mixer Control Overview

Explains mixer select tabs and controls for input mixers.

Input Mixer A-D Controls

Details controls like Stereo Link, Mute, Solo, Send, Pan, and Slider for input mixers.

Patch Bay Functionality

Explains assigning output destinations for mixers and playback channels.

Live Set-up with Four Stage Monitors

Guides on setting up monitor mixes for band members using direct mixers.

Connecting Two OCTA-CAPTURE Units

Instructions for linking two units for expanded I/O.

Connecting Two Units: Windows Setup

Configuring settings for two units on Windows, including driver settings.

Connecting Two Units: Mac OS X Setup

Configuring settings for two units on Mac OS X, including MIDI and aggregate devices.

Headphone Monitoring (Two Units)

Configuring headphone monitoring when using two units.

Operations in the OCTA-CAPTURE's Panel

Compressor Parameter Settings

Details how to adjust compressor parameters like THRS, GAIN, GATE, ATK, REL, RATIO, LINK.

System Settings Details

Explains AUTO SENS, BACKUP/RECALL, VS EXPAND, DIGITAL, CLEAR MUTE/SOLO, POWER OFF, INITIALIZE.

Appendices

Setting the Sampling Frequency

How to match OCTA-CAPTURE's sampling frequency with software.

Sampling Frequency Setting Procedure

Steps to set the sampling frequency and restart the unit.

Restoring the Factory Settings

How to perform a factory reset using buttons and power.

Driver Settings: Viewing/Changing (Windows)

How to adjust driver settings like audio buffer size in Windows.

Reinstalling the Driver

Procedure to reinstall the driver if installation issues occur.

Troubleshooting

Overall: Power Issues

Checks for power-related problems like the unit not turning on.

Driver Installation: Initial Checks

Checks for common issues during driver installation.

Playback Issues: No Computer Sound

Troubleshoots why sound is not heard from computer speakers.

Two Units Connected: USB & VS EXPAND

Addresses issues with connected USB devices and VS EXPAND settings.

Two Units Connected: Coaxial Sync & Mac Settings

Troubleshoots coaxial synchronization and Mac OS X audio settings for two units.

Two Units Connected: Monitoring Sound Issues

Troubleshoots problems with hearing monitor sound from the second unit.

Main Specifications

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