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Roland UA-100 USB Audio MIDI Interface Quick Start User Guide

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The UA-100 Audio Canvas is a professional audio and MIDI interface designed for comprehensive music production. This manual provides extensive guidance covering all stages of setup, from initial compatibility checks (BIOS, USB drivers) to detailed recording techniques. It serves as an essential resource for users—including studio professionals and advanced hobbyists—who utilize multi-track sequencing software like Cakewalk or Cubase. Learn how to maximize the UA-100's full capabilities, troubleshoot common device errors, and complete advanced mixing projects with confidence.

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UA-100 Startup Supplement

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Page 1 UA-100 Startup Supplement Microsoft, Windows, and Direct X are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Windows® 95 is known officially as: “Microsoft® Windows® 95 operating system.” Windows® 9...
Page 2 Index Before Installing ...................................................................................................................3 Software Requirements ........................................
Page 3 Before Installing Before installing the UA-100 please complete the following checklist: A) Make sure your USB host controller is installed and compatible. Follow the instructions outlined under “Compa...
Page 4 Compatibility Information The UA-100 is compatible with most Microsoft Windows 98 software and supported hardware. It fully supports Microsoft’s Direct X audio system, and can be used for nearly any a...
Page 5 2) Recording Software The UA-100 is currently incompatible with the following software products A) Emagic Logic The UA-100 is not known to function correctly with Emagic’s Logic line of recording soft...
Page 6 If you do not receive the “New Hardware Found” message or Windows does not prompt for the drivers disk you may need to manually install the driver. To do this, highlight the USB Composite Device, as a...
Page 7 C) Wave Profiler Do not, under any circumstances, run Cakewalk’s Wave Profiler while the UA-100 is operational. In most cases Cakewalk will ask you before running this function with a question such as...
Page 8 9. Set “Synch reference” to “Sample Position - Output”. Under card options check all options except for “Start Input First”, which should remain unchecked. If you have not run Cubase previously, these...
Page 9 General Troubleshooting If you should experience problems with audio or MIDI playback such as stuttering, distortion or timing issues, first consult pages 49–65. Try each suggestion, even if the sympt...
Page 10 Roland UA-100 Audio Canvas tutorial UA-100 Controller software-Main mixer overview With the UA-100 set to PC mode, boot up the UA-100 controller software. You are given two choices: Mixer and VT Mixer...
Page 11 With the block diagram you can trace the path of your signal from left to right. On the far right there are two gray boxes, the Record Selector and the Master Selector. You can route the signal so tha...
Page 12 Project 1 Record a dry track while reverb is heard. 1. In Cakewalk 8, open a new song. 2. In track view, double click on the “Source” box. You’ll get a dialog box in which you will make two changes: F...
Page 13 Project 2 Record 2 separate tracks simultaneously 1. On the front of your UA-100, plug your guitar or microphone into the left jack and a microphone into the right jack. Remember, if you plug a microp...
Page 14 Project 3 Vocal pitch follows MIDI note If you are having trouble singing on key, try this procedure to correct the note you are singing to be absolutely right on. Anyone can sound like a trained prof...
Page 15 Project 4 Recording output from MIDI Sound module (basic) In this project, labeled as basic, we will record all MIDI simultaneously onto two tracks, left and right. 1. In the UA-100 Mixer Easy Setting...

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Published June 02, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

What do I check before installing the UA-100?

Ensure your USB host controller is compatible, update BIOS and USB drivers, disable Modem audio drivers, and verify DMA settings.

What minimum system requirements must I meet for the UA-100?

Meet the minimum system requirements listed on the packaging or in the Edirol catalog/website; it will not be supported otherwise.

How do I record two separate audio tracks simultaneously using my software?

Set up a track source as 'Left: UA-100 Wave' and another as 'Right: UA-100 Wave', then arm both tracks and press record.

What should I watch out for when setting recording levels?

Avoid distortion by not setting the volume to 100% at any stage, especially on the MIDI sound module. Set it slightly under maximum.

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