For the following languages, a PDF version of the Owner’s Manual can be found on the CD-ROM.
What is MIDI? MIDI is an internationally recognized standard for exchanging performance information between electronic musical instruments and computers. For example, in the illustration below, a MIDI signal meaning “the ‘C’ key on the MIDI keyboard was pressed” passes through the UM-ONE and is received by the computer’s software sound module, and then the software sound module plays the note “C.
USING THE UNIT SAFETY About WARNING and CAUTION Notices 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 to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.
USING THE UNIT SAFETY • 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. • 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. • Disconnect all cords coming from external devices before moving the unit.
IMPORTANT NOTES Placement • 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.
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Contents USING THE UNIT SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 IMPORTANT NOTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Panel Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Driver Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Panel Descriptions Note Do not connect the UM-ONE to the computer until the driver has been installed (p. 9). 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 No. Name Description 1 USB Cable Connects the UM-ONE to a computer. 2 USB Indicator Lights when the UM-ONE is connected to a computer and the computer has detected the UM-ONE. 3 MIDI IN Indicator Lights when MIDI messages are received from the device connected to the MIDI IN cable. 4 MIDI OUT Indicator Lights when MIDI messages are sent from the computer.
Driver Installation Windows Mac OS X Note Do not connect the UM-ONE to the computer until you are directed to do so. A “driver” is software that transfers data between the UM-ONE and application software running on your computer, when your computer and the UM-ONE are connected. 1. Start up the computer without the UM-ONE 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 UM-ONE Driver will be installed on your computer” appears, click [Next]. 7. Click [Next] again. Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista If a dialog box regarding Windows security appears, click [Install]. Windows XP If the “Software Install” dialog box appears, click [Continue] to proceed with the installation.
Driver Installation 9. Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista When “Installation has been completed.” appears, click [Close]. Close the “UM-ONE Driver Setup” dialog box. If the “Change System Settings” dialog box appears, click [Yes] to restart Windows. Installation complete. 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.
Driver Installation Mac OS X If a dialog box requesting a password appears during installation, enter a computer administrator’s user name and password and click the [Install Software] button or [OK] button. 5. When “Welcome to the UM-ONE 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. Click [Add Device] one time. One [new external device] will appear. 15. Click the added [new external device], and then click [Show Info]. 16. In the [Device Name] field, enter “UM-ONE” and click [Apply]. 17. Using your mouse, drag and connect the up/down arrows (which represent the input/output ports of each device) of the [UM-ONE] and the [UM-ONE] that you added so that they are connected as shown in the figure. 14 15 18, 20 13 19 17 18. Click [Test Setup]. 19.
Basic Use Precautions Concerning the Use of Software Before using the UM-ONE with your software, please note the following points. • Connect the UM-ONE to the computer before starting the software. • Do not disconnect the UM-ONE from the computer while the software is running. After exiting the software, disconnect the UM-ONE. • Select the UM-ONE for the software’s MIDI device setting. • The UM-ONE will not operate in the Mac OS X Classic environment.
Basic Use Playing Back MIDI Data To send MIDI messages that were recorded using DAW software to a MIDI sound module or software sound module, make the following connections and settings. MIDI OUT Cable (CONNECT TO MIDI IN) To MIDI IN Connector Software’s MIDI Output Device: UM-ONE MIDI Sound Module Digital Piano * When connecting other devices, always be sure to turn the volume down before connecting or disconnecting cables to prevent damage to speakers.
Basic Use Connecting the External Equipment to UM-ONE The [COMP/TAB] switch needs to be placed at the setting that’s appropriate for the device to which you’re connecting the UM-ONE. Switch position Connected device COMP For connecting a computer. Refer to “Using the UM-ONE with a Computer” (p. 16). In order to use the COMP setting, you must install the driver in your computer. TAB For connecting an iPad. Refer to “Using the UM-ONE with an iPad” (p. 16). Driver installation is not necessary.
Basic Use NOTE • The first-generation iPad cannot be used. • The iPad app you’re using must support CoreMIDI. You’ll need to provide the following items • iPad (made by the Apple Inc.) • Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (Camera Connector; made by the Apple Inc.
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 Problem Numeral such as “2-” appears at beginning of device name (Windows) Confirmation Did you connect the UM-ONE to a different USB connector than the one you used when installing the driver? Resolution If you connect the UM-ONE to a different USB connector than the one you used when installing the driver, a numeral may appear with the device name.
Troubleshooting Problem Confirmation Resolution Cannot select or use UM-ONE device Have you configured “Audio MIDI Setup”? (Mac OS X) Configure Audio MIDI Setup (p. 12). Is the driver installed? Install the driver (p. 9). Is the software’s input device and output device configured? Select the UM-ONE as the input and output device (p. 14, p. 15). Is the UM-ONE’s USB indicator off? Cannot play back or record Make sure that the UM-ONE is connected to the computer correctly.
Troubleshooting Problem Confirmation Resolution Configure as follows. Duplicate notes sound Sound is interrupted during playback, sounds are missing Is the sound module set to Local On? Is the software’s THRU function turned on? Sound module: Local Off Software’s THRU function: Off For details, refer to the owner’s manual for the equipment you are using. Are multiple programs running? Exit programs that are not in use.
Troubleshooting Changing Computer Settings to Avoid Problems Changing these computer settings can help you avoid the problems described in “Driver Installation” (p. 18) and “Using the UM-ONE” (p. 19). 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 7. Click [OK] to close the “Power Options” window. 8. Close the “Edit plan settings” screen. 1. Windows XP Open the “Control Panel,” click [Performance and Maintenance], and then click [Power Options]. 2. Click the [Power Schemes] tab, and set the “Power schemes” to [Always On]. 3. Click [OK] to close the “Power Options Properties” window. If you have selected Classic view, double-click [Power Options]. Mac OS X This setting is not available on certain versions of Mac OS X. 1.
Troubleshooting If other messages appear, follow the instructions on the screen. 7. When “Uninstallation was completed.” appears, click [OK] and restart the computer. 1. Start up the computer without the UM-ONE connected. Mac OS X 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 CD-ROM drive. 3. Double-click the [Uninstaller] in [Driver] folder on the included CD-ROM. 4.
Main Specifications UM-ONE: USB MIDI Interface MIDI IN Cable (CONNECT TO MIDI OUT) x 1 (16 MIDI Channels) Connectors MIDI OUT Cable (CONNECT TO MIDI IN) x 1 (16 MIDI Channels) USB Cable USB Indicator Indicators MIDI IN Indicator MIDI OUT Indicator Power Supply Supplied from the computer Current Draw 70 mA Dimensions Weight 60.
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For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : UM-ONE Type of Equipment : USB MIDI Interface Responsible Party : Address : Telephone : For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
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