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, Owners Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

WARNING and

CAUTION Notices

About the Symbols

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 power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
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.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.
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.
Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptors body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.
Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.
Never install the unit in any of the following locations. Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are Exposed to steam or smoke; or are Subject to salt exposure; or are Humid; or are Exposed to rain; or are Dusty or sandy; or are Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.

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Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.
Do not force the units power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cordsthe total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cords outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.
Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 30).
Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the Information page.
Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.
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.
Should you remove screws, keep them in a safe place out of childrens reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.
The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.
Always turn the phantom power off when connecting any device other than condenser microphones that require phantom power. You risk causing damage if you mistakenly supply phantom power to dynamic microphones, audio playback devices, or other devices that dont require such power. Be sure to check the specifications of any microphone you intend to use by referring to the manual that came with it. (This devices phantom power: 48 V DC, 6 mA Max)
Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply

Maintenance

Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.
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.

13. OUTPUT jacks 18 (nominal output 0 dBu)
These jacks output analog audio signals. They are balanced TRS phone jack outputs. * You can also connect phone plugs (unbalanced).

14. Main output jacks

These output jacks can be controlled by the [MAIN OUT] knob.
15. Combo input jacks (INPUT 58)
XLR type: Phone type: INPUT 5-6 INPUT 7-8 INPUT 5-8 -56-6 dBu -50+0 dBu -46+4 dBu XLR plug
* INPUT 58 are fixed at low-impedance (Lo-Z). XLR input jacks 7 and 8 support high input levels of +16 dBu. Youll have plenty of headroom even when using microphones to record loud sources such as a bass drum. Use the XLR jacks to connect microphones, and use the phone jacks to connect other devices. The XLR type connection can provide 48 V phantom power, allowing you to connect condenser microphones that require a phantom power supply. In this case, turn on phantom power switch on (p. 36).

16. USB connector

Connect this to a computer. Before connecting the OCTA-CAPTURE for the first time, you must install the driver as described in Driver Installation and Settings (p. 14).

17. MIDI connectors

MIDI IN connector This is a MIDI input connector. You can connect your MIDI keyboard or MIDI controller here. MIDI OUT connector This is a MIDI output connector. You can connect it to your MIDI sound module.
Driver Installation and Settings
A driver is software that transfers data between the OCTA-CAPTURE and the application software on your computer when the OCTA-CAPTURE is connected to your computer. The procedure for installation and checking will depend on your system. Perform the following two steps to install and check the driver.
Windows 7/ Windows Vista 1. 2. 3. Install the driver Input/output device settings Verifying that you hear sound p. 15 p. 17 p. 27 Windows XP p. 19 p. 21 p. 27 Mac OS X p. 23 p. 24 p. 27
Windows 7/Windows Vista Users

Installing the Driver

Steps to be performed on the OCTA-CAPTURE keyboard itself are marked by a Operation of the OCTA-CAPTURE symbol. Dont connect the OCTA-CAPTURE to your computer until you are told to do so. * The example screen shots included here are taken from Windows 7.
1. With the OCTA-CAPTURE disconnected, start up Windows.
Disconnect all USB cables from your computer, with the exception of those for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).
2. Close all currently running software. 3. Insert the included OCTA-CAPTURE CD-ROM into your DVD-ROM drive.
When the auto-play dialog box appears, click [Open folder to view files].
4. In the appropriate folder within the CD-ROM, double-click the [Setup] icon to start up the installer.
OS Windows 7: Windows Vista: Windows 7 64-bit edition: Windows Vista 64-bit edition: Installer Open the folders [Driver] and then [Win7] Open the folders [Driver] and then [Vista] Open the folders [x64Driver] and then [Win7] Open the folders [x64Driver] and then [Vista]

This completes driver installation and settings. Next, verify that you hear sound from the OCTA-CAPTURE. -> Verifying That You Hear Sound (p. 27)

Mac OS X Users

Steps to be performed on the OCTA-CAPTURE keyboard itself are marked by a Operation of the OCTA-CAPTURE symbol. Dont connect the OCTA-CAPTURE to your computer until you are told to do so. * What you actually see on the screen may differ depending on your system.
* During the installation process, when you are presented with a dialog box asking you to supply your password, enter an administrators password and click [OK].
1. With the OCTA-CAPTURE disconnected, start up your computer.
2. Close all currently running software. 3. Insert the included OCTA-CAPTURE CD-ROM into your DVD-ROM drive. 4. Double-click one of the following icons on the CD-ROM to start up the installer.
OS Mac OS X 10.6 or later Mac OS X 10.5 or earlier Installer [OctaCapture_USBDriver.pkg] [OctaCaptureUSBDriver.pkg] Folder /Driver (10.6) /Driver (10.4_10.5)
A message concerned with checking whether installation is possible may appear. If so, click [Continue]. If a message indicating that installation is not possible appears, check the operating system youre using, and perform step 4.
5. The screen will indicate Welcome to the OCTA-CAPTURE Driver Installer. Click [Continue].
6. If the screen asks you to select a destination, click your start-up disk to select it, and then click [Continue]. 7. When the display asks you to select the type of installation, click [Install] or [Upgrade]. 8. In the next screen, click [Continue Installation]. 9. When installation is completed, click [Restart] to restart your computer.
* It may take some time for your computer to restart.
10. Operation of the OCTA-CAPTURE Once your computer has started up, check to make sure that the OCTA-CAPTUREs power is turned off, then use a USB cable to connect it to your computer. 11. Operation of the OCTA-CAPTURE Switch on the OCTA-CAPTUREs power (p. 31).
Audio Input/Output Device Settings
In order to use the OCTA-CAPTURE with your software, youll need to select the OCTA-CAPTURE as the audio input/output device and MIDI input/output device. For details on how to do this, refer to the documentation for your software.
Audio output device Audio input device OCTA-CAPTURE OCTA-CAPTURE
* If youre unable to select the OCTA-CAPTURE as the audio input/output device in your software, it may be that a problem has occurred. Refer to Problems with Settings (p. 84) in the Troubleshooting section.
Using the OCTA-CAPTURE with iTunes
Heres how to specify the OCTA-CAPTURE as the sound output device so that it can be used with iTunes. In Verifying That You Hear Sound (p. 38), youll use iTunes to play back sample data. Be sure to make the settings described below. * The sound will be output from the OCTA-CAPTUREs MAIN output jacks (OUTPUT 1/2) and headphone jacks. * The content displayed may differ depending on your system.

Basic Connections

Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards. * The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet. Use a USB cable to connect the OCTA-CAPTURE to your computer. Both MIDI data and audio data are transferred over the USB cable. When you connect headphones or amplified speakers as shown in the diagram, youll be able to monitor the playback from your software, or the sound of instruments or audio devices connected to the OCTA-CAPTURE.
Amplified Speakers Headphones

Turning the Power On/Off

Once the connections have been completed (p. 30), turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.

Turning the Power On

1. Turn the [MAIN OUT] knob all the way to the left.
2. Switch on the power to any external equipment connected to the input jacks. 3. Press and hold the OCTA-CAPTUREs [POWER] button until it lights.
This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.
4. Switch on the power to your amp or powered monitor speakers. 5. During playback, adjust the volume by turning the [MAIN OUT] knob toward the right.

Turning the Power Off

Before you turn off the power, make sure to do the following. Turn the [MAIN OUT] knob all the way to the left Minimize the volume of all connected equipment
1. Switch off the power to your amp or powered monitor speakers. 2. Press and hold the OCTA-CAPTUREs [POWER] button for one second, and then release it.
Settings will be saved when you turn off the power. When you turn on the power, the OCTACAPTURE will start up with the saved settings.
3. Switch off power to the connected equipment.

Auto Power Off

The OCTA-CAPTURE is able to turn itself off automatically. The power is turned off automatically after a predetermined amount of time has passed since youve operated anything on the panel. * Auto Power Off will not function if the OCTA-CAPTURE is connected to your computer, or if a microphone/instrument is connected. The [POWER] switch will blink approximately 15 minutes before the power turns off. When the OCTA-CAPTURE left the factory, all of this functions was set to 4HOURS. To set a function to OFF, follow the procedure below.
1. Press and hold the [DISPLAY] button for one second.
The System screen will appear.
2. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to move the cursor to POWER OFF. 3. Press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob.
The parameter value will be highlighted.
4. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to change the setting to OFF. 5. Press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to finalize the setting. 6. Press the [DISPLAY] button.

Saving settings

1. From the Device menu, choose [Save settings]. 2. Specify the file in which the settings are to be saved.

Loading settings

1. From the Device menu, choose [Load settings]. 2. Specify the file that contains the settings you want to load.
Initializing the Settings
The OCTA-CAPTURE allows you to initialize each setting independently. * Settings can also be initialized from the OCTA-CAPTURE itself (p. 60).
1. From the Device menu, choose [Initialize].
2. From the items shown, choose the item that you want to initialize.
Displayed item ALL MIC PRE DIRECT MIX REVERB PATCH BAY Content that will be initialized Preamp, direct mixer, reverb, and patch bay Compressor settings and preamp settings Direct mixer AD settings Reverb settings Patch bay settings
A confirmation screen will appear.
3. Click [OK] to initialize, or click [Cancel] to cancel without initializing.

Checking the signal flow

From the Device menu, choose [Show the signal flow] to view a block diagram.

Driver settings

Heres how to view or modify the driver settings.

Windows users

From the Driver menu, choose [Driver Settings].

Mac OS X users

From the OCTA-CAPTURE Control Panel menu, choose [Driver Settings]. For details, refer to Driver Settings (p. 69).

View in foreground

From the Driver menu, choose [Always on top].
From the OCTA-CAPTURE Control Panel menu, choose [Always on top].
Operations in the OCTA-CAPTUREs Panel

Main Screen

Press the [DISPLAY] button to access the main screen.
Name of the level meters currently shown Lit when connected via USB Sampling Frequency Clip indicator Level meter Channel Number Sync indicator Internal clock (INT) External clock (EXT) Output level meter
If phantom power (p. 36) is turned on for a channel, that channel number will be highlighted.
As you turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob toward the right, youll move successively through the screens INPUT (the input levels), DAW (the output levels from the computer), and OUTPUT (the output levels from the OCTA-CAPTUREs OUTPUT jacks).
Input Level meter DAW Playback Level meter Output Level meter

Input Mixer

[MIX SEL] Button
Press the [MIX SEL] button to access the INPUT MIXER screen.

INPUT MIXER screen

Name of the selected mixer Output destination
Pan Level Channel Number Input mixer master volume
Output level meter of the input mixer

Input/Output Devices (Second Unit)
Input Device IN 1-2 IN 1-2(2) IN 3-4 IN 3-4(4) IN 5-6 IN 5-6(6) IN 7-8 IN 7-8(8) IN 9-10 IN 9-10(10) MAIN MAIN(R)
Used when synchronizing a first unit and second unit.
Output Device OUT 1-2 OUT 1-2(2) OUT 3-4 OUT 3-4(4) OUT 5-6 OUT 5-6(6) OUT 7-8 OUT 7-8(8) OUT 9-10 OUT 9-10(10)

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Appendices
Sampling Frequency Setting
If you want to connect the OCTA-CAPTURE to your computer via USB and use it as a USB audio interface, youll need to set the OCTA-CAPTUREs sampling frequency to match your softwares sampling frequency, as follows.
* After youve changed the sampling frequency, you must turn the OCTACAPTUREs power off, then on again.
* If software that uses the OCTA-CAPTURE is running, you must close the software.
1. Press and hold the [DISPLAY] button for one second to access the system setting (UTILITY) screen. 2. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to move the cursor to SAMPLE FREQ. 3. Press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to highlight the value. 4. Turn the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to change the setting. 5. Press the [CURSOR/VALUE] knob to confirm the setting. 6. Switch off the OCTA-CAPTUREs power, then turn it back on again (p. 31).
Start up your recording software. * If the sampling frequency is set to 192 kHz, only INPUT 14 and OUTPUT 14 can be used.
Limitations when using the 192 kHz setting
If the OCTA-CAPTUREs sampling frequency is set to 192 kHz, its operation will be limited as follows. Only INPUT 14 and OUTPUT 14 can be used. Direct Mixer A will be the only direct mixer available. Reverb will be unavailable. The patch bay will be disabled. The output settings will be fixed at the four channels OUT 1-2: Direct Mixer A and OUT 3-4: WAVE OUT 3-4. The inputs will be fixed at INPUT 14. The digital input/output jacks cannot be used. A second OCTA-CAPTURE unit cannot be used.
Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)
After first switching off the OCTA-CAPTUREs power, hold down the CHANNEL [ buttons while you press the [POWER] button to turn on the power.

] and [

The screen will indicate Factory Reset.

Driver Settings

In the driver settings dialog box you can view or change driver settings such as the buffer size.
Viewing or changing the settings (Windows)
* If the Windows monitoring function is enabled, it wont be possible to change the driver settings on Windows 7. Refer to Windows Monitoring Function Settings (Windows 7) (p. 80) and disable monitoring.
1. Use a USB cable to connect the OCTA-CAPTURE to your computer, then switch on the OCTA-CAPTUREs power. 2. Open the Windows Control Panel and double-click the OCTA-CAPTURE icon.

A number such as 2- appears at the beginning of the device name (Windows)

Problems with Settings

Problem What to check Could the OCTA-CAPTURE be in use by other software? Close all software you currently have running. Next, switch off the OCTACAPTUREs power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, reinstall the driver. -> Reinstalling the Driver (p. 73) Is the driver installed correctly? Driver installation may have failed. Please reinstall the driver. -> Reinstalling the Driver (p. 73) Is the OCTA-CAPTURE device name shown? If the device name is not displayed, it may be that the driver installation failed. Please reinstall the driver. -> Reinstalling the Driver (p. 73) Could the computer to which the OCTA-CAPTURE is connected have entered standby (suspend) mode, hibernate mode, or sleep mode? Close all software thats using the OCTA-CAPTURE. Next, switch off the OCTACAPTUREs power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer. Cant select/use the OCTA-CAPTURE within software or in system settings Could you have disconnected and reconnected the USB cable while using the OCTA-CAPTURE? Close all software thats using the OCTA-CAPTURE. Next, switch off the OCTACAPTUREs power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer. Could the OCTA-CAPTURE have been connected when the computer started up? On some computers, the OCTA-CAPTURE may be unusable if it is already connected when the computer starts up. Start up your computer, and then connect the OCTA-CAPTURE. Could you be using the Media Player included with Windows? The OCTA-CAPTUREs MIDI device cannot be selected for Media Player on Windows 7 or Windows Vista. Could you be using a multichannel WDM audio port? If youre using a multichannel WDM audio port, there are cases in which some software will not allow you to select anything other than input/output jacks 1 and 2 as the input/output destination. If you want to select input/output jacks 310 as input/output destinations, disable the multichannel WDM audio port. -> Use Multichannel WDM Audio Port check box (Windows XP) (p. 70) Have you made Audio MIDI Setup? (Mac OS X) Make the appropriate Audio MIDI Settings as described in Audio Input/Output Device Settings (p. 24), MIDI Input/Output Device Settings (p. 25). p. 24 p. 25 p. 73 p. 73 p. 73 Page

Could the OCTA-CAPTURE be in use by other software? Close all software thats currently running, disconnect the OCTA-CAPTUREs USB cable, and then reconnect it. If this does not solve the problem, reinstall the driver. -> Reinstalling the Driver (p. 73) p. 73
What to check Could the computer to which the OCTA-CAPTURE is connected have entered standby (suspend) mode, hibernate mode, or sleep mode? Close all software that uses the OCTA-CAPTURE, disconnect the OCTACAPTUREs USB cable, and then reconnect it. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer. Could you have disconnected and reconnected the USB cable while using the OCTA-CAPTURE? Close all software that uses the OCTA-CAPTURE, disconnect the OCTACAPTUREs USB cable, and then reconnect it. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer. Could you have connected or disconnected the USB cable during playback or recording, or switched off the OCTA-CAPTURE, then turned it back on again? If you disconnect and reconnect the USB cable during playback or recording, or switch off the OCTA-CAPTURE, then turn it back on again, the OCTA-CAPTURE may become unable to play back or record. Stop playback or recording, and then perform playback and recording again. If you are still unable to play back or record, close all applications that are using the OCTA-CAPTURE, and then turn the OCTA-CAPTUREs power off, then on again. Could the OCTA-CAPTURE have been connected when the computer started up? On some computers, the OCTA-CAPTURE may be unusable if it is already connected when the computer starts up. Start up your computer, and then connect the OCTA-CAPTURE. Try adjusting the audio buffer size of the driver If the size of the drivers audio buffer is too small, sound may not be produced, or it may be impossible to carry out normal playback and recording. In such cases, you should refer to Driver Settings (p. 69), and increase the size of the buffer. Could there have been a heavy processing load while using the OCTACAPTURE? If your computer experiences a heavy processing load while youre using the OCTA-CAPTURE, it may stop operating correctly. If this occurs, stop playback/ recording, and then perform playback/ recording again. If you are still unable to play back or record, close all applications that are using the OCTA-CAPTURE, and then turn the OCTA-CAPTUREs power off, then on again. Does your software support 24-bit audio data? Check whether the software youre using supports playback and recording of 24-bit audio data. Is your software set correctly? Make sure that your software is set to play and record 24-bit audio data.

Cant play or record 24-bit audio data
What to check Is the digital input switch turned on? If you want to digitally capture audio data from a CD or MD into your computer, turn on the digital input switch to select digital input mode (p. 60). Does the OCTA-CAPTUREs sample rate setting match the sample rate setting of the digital device from which youre trying to record? Set the OCTA-CAPTURE to the same sample rate as the device from which youre recording. If you switch the OCTA-CAPTUREs sample rate, you must cycle the power to the OCTA-CAPTURE in order to make the new setting take effect. Is the OCTA-CAPTUREs system setting DIGITAL set correctly? If the OCTA-CAPTURE is not correctly synchronized with the digital signal thats being input to the digital input connector, the sync indicator will indicate INT. In the Utility section, make sure that the DIGITAL setting is AUTO. Also make sure that your digital device is correctly connected to the digital input connector, and that a digital signal is being input.
Cant record via a digital connection / Something is wrong with the recorded sound
Problems when Two Units are Connected
Problem What to check Could a USB device other than the OCTA-CAPTURE units, a mouse, and a keyboard be connected? Make sure that all USB devices other than the OCTA-CAPTURE units, mouse, and keyboard are disconnected from your computer. Are both OCTA-CAPTURE units connected? Are the OCTA-CAPTUREs VS EXPAND settings correct? Set the first OCTA-CAPTURE units VS EXPAND to OFF, and the second unit to ON. ASIO or CoreAudio does not show the audio ports of the two units Have you used a coaxial cable to connect the second units OUT (9/10) to the first units IN (9/10)? Is the OCTA-CAPTUREs system setting DIGITAL set to AUTO? In the OCTA-CAPTURE control panels Driver Settings, check the VS EXPAND item. Check the connections as described in step 7 of Connecting Two OCTACAPTURE Units (p. 63). Check the device set settings (Mac OS X). Check the Mac OS X settings as described in step 7 of Connecting Two OCTA-CAPTURE Units (p. 63). Have you selected OCTA-CAPTURES as the audio setting in your DAW software? (Mac OS X) p. 63 p. 60 Page

p. 63 p. 60

What to check Could your headphones or monitor speakers be connected to the first OCTA-CAPTURE unit? Could you have connected a coaxial cable from the second units OUT (9/10) to the first units IN (9/10)? In the second units PATCH BAY, is DIRECT MIXER A selected for OUTPUT 9-10? In the second units MIXER A, is the MASTER VOLUME slider for INPUT MIXER/ OUTPUT MIXER raised? In the first units PATCH BAY, is DIRECT MIXER A selected for OUTPUT 1-2? In the first units MIXER A, is the 9-10 slider raised? Is PAN set to 100%L for channel 9 and 100%R% for channel 10? Check the settings as described in Settings for monitoring through headphones (p. 66). Have you used a coaxial cable to connect the second units OUT (9/10) to the first units IN (9/10)? Dropouts and other problems will occur if the two units are not digitally synchronized. Check the connections as described in Connecting Two OCTA-CAPTURE Units (p. 63). Try adjusting the drivers audio buffer size. If the drivers audio buffer size is too small, there might not be any sound, or playback/recording might not occur correctly. Try increasing the buffer size as described in Driver Settings (p. 69). Could a USB device other than the OCTA-CAPTURE, a mouse, and a keyboard be connected? Disconnect all USB devices other than the OCTA-CAPTURE, a mouse, and a keyboard from your computer.

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The Next Generation
Uncompromised quality and performance welcome to a new era in personal recording!
Compact and easy to use, the OCTA-CAPTURE Hi-Speed USB Audio Interface provides superb sound quality for the most demanding professional audio production applications. Featuring 10 inputs, 10 outputs, eight mic preamps, resolution up to 24-bit/192 kHz, and no-compromise specs and components, this interface sets a new standard in portable PC-based recording. Plug into the future of music production with OCTA-CAPTURE.
Eight channels with VS Preamps for pure, transparent sound
OCTA-CAPTURE delivers the very best in high-quality audio. The eight-channel analog input section is equipped with Rolands newly developed VS Preamps, which feature a Class A design for pristine detail and performance. Based on our acclaimed V-STUDIO 700 circuitry, these microphone preamps are built with carefully selected, premium audio components that provide an input-equivalent noise level specification of -123 dB, among the best in the industry.
AUTO-SENS automatically sets the input level for each channel
With AUTO-SENS, OCTA-CAPTURE sets the perfect levels for you. Just play the connected instruments, or sing if youre using a vocal mic, and AUTOSENS will calculate the optimum setting for each input. This innovative function is a great time-saver that makes session set up quick and easy.
Press the AUTO-SENS button, play the connected instruments, and OCTA-CAPTURE automatically sets the perfect recording levels.
Minimal analog circuitry reduces unwanted noise
VS Preamp technology eliminates noise from internal parameter operations such as low-cut filtering and phase inversion, and from the analog circuitry for the meter display. Since many parameters are digitally controlled by the builtin DSP, the reduction of analog circuitry helps eliminate extraneous noise.
A/D AMP Audio signals Previous models Analog SENS A/D AMP

Digital control Digital

High-performance DSP onboard with support for four discrete mixes
OCTA-CAPTUREs high-performance DSP provides 40-bit internal processing capability, allowing you to perform a variety of latency-free mixing, monitoring, and patching tasks without burdening your computer. The built-in mix function provides effects such as reverb and digital compression, and you can output four separate mixes, each customized for different monitoring requirements.
Audio signals OCTA-CAPTURE
Specially designed low-noise power circuitry
OCTA-CAPTUREs analog and digital sections are completely segregated to eliminate noise and crosstalk. Also, the way that the internal electronics connect to the power supply has a major impact on sound quality, and great care went into this part of the circuit design to ensure the finest audio performance. In addition to the analog and digital power supply circuitry, OCTA-CAPTURE is equipped with an independent power supply dedicated solely for phantom power: this ensures a stable supply of power, even when eight mics are plugged in simultaneously.
Direct mixer control Four discrete mixes
VS Streaming achieves extreme low-latency recording
OCTA-CAPTURE is equipped with Rolands latest audio-streaming technology, VS Streaming, which delivers rock-solid performance with unprecedented low latency, low jitter, and clear sound through a refined integration of driver and hardware. WDM/ASIO 2.0 (Windows) and Core Audio (Macintosh) driver versions are available, making OCTA-CAPTURE compatible with a wide range of DAW programs.

What is VS Streaming? VS Streaming is Rolands innovative audio-streaming technology that achieves super-low latency, excellent sound quality, and high performance by syncing the entire system (driver and hardware) to a high-precision dedicated clock.
AUDIO INTERFACE Hardware PC The clock is fed via USB Driver Application
Large LCD with peak indicator
OCTA-CAPTUREs front panel features a large LCD level meter that provides excellent visibility. You can monitor input levels on all channels simultaneously, and use the peak-hold function to help you make fine settings for achieving optimum levels. The Channel Select switch to the left of the LCD doubles as a peak-indicator lamp; it blinks red when the peak level is exceeded, allowing you to instantly recognize Blinks when excessive Peak hold input level occurs excessive input levels from a distance.
Many audio interfaces sync to your computers clock, and jitter (timing fluctuation) occurs, causing latency issues and unclear audio.

Audio data

Previous models
AUDIO INTERFACE Hardware Generates the clock PC Driver Application
Pro features for perfect drum recordings
With its eight mic preamps, OCTA-CAPTURE is ideal for multi-mic recordings, such as recording drums. Additionally, Channels 7 and 8 provide up to +16 dBu of extra headroom, helping you capture distortion-free recordings of kick drums and other extremely dynamic sources that are notoriously difficult to record.

Recording a kick drum

Level exceeded +10dBu Audio data

OCTA-CAPTURE

OCTA-CAPTURE internally generates a high-precision clock dedicated solely to audio. Because clocking does not rely on your computers performance, greater system syncing stability is achieved, as well as low latency and clear sound quality.
Meticulous attention to detail
OCTA-CAPTURE was designed with even the subtlest details in mind. The headphone output features +16 dBu of gain, enabling solid monitoring even when recording in high-dB settings. The exterior is made of rugged metal, yet its lightweight and compact, and you can attach the included rack ears to mount it in a rack. OCTA-CAPTURE is also equipped with a one-in/one-out MIDI interface. Rackmount setup

+16dBu Headroom

Bundled with Cakewalk Production Plus Pack
Cakewalks acclaimed SONAR LE DAW program is included, along with high-quality software synths and a diverse range of plug-in effects.

Specifications

Number of Audio Record/Playback Channels [ Sampling Frequency = 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz ] Record: 12 channels, Playback: 10 channels [ Sampling Frequency = 192 kHz ] Record: 4 channels, Playback: 4 channels Signal Processing PC interface: 24-bit, AD/DA Conversion: 24-bit, Internal: 40-bit Sampling Frequency AD/DA Conversion: 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz / 96 kHz / 192 kHz, DIGITAL (IN/OUT): 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz / 96 kHz Nominal Input Level Input Jack (XLR type): -56 to -6 dBu, Input Jack (XLR type): -50 to +0 dBu, Input Jack (1/4-inch TRS phone type): - 46 to +4 dBu Nominal Output Level OUTPUT 1 8: +0 dBu (balanced) Headroom 16 dB Input Impedance Input Jack (XLR type): 5 k ohms (balanced), Input Jack (XLR type): 10 k ohms (balanced), Input Jack (1/4-inch TRS phone type): 17 k ohms (balanced) Output Impedance OUTPUT 1 8: 1.8 k ohms (balanced), PHONES: 47 ohms Frequency Response 192.0 kHz: 20 Hz to 90 kHz (+0/-8 dB), 20 Hz to 60 kHz (+0/-2 dB), 96.0 kHz: 20 Hz to 40 kHz (+0/-2 dB), 48.0 kHz: 20 Hz to 22 kHz (+0/-2 dB), 44.1 kHz: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0/-2 dB) Residual Noise Level INPUT MAIN OUT: -87 dBu typ. (GAIN: min., 600 ohms terminated, IHF-A) * Internal Direct Monitor Mixer setting: Stereo Link: ON, Input channel fader: Unity Dynamic Range [ AD block ] INPUT 1 8: 104 dB typ. (GAIN: min.) [ DA block ] OUTPUT 1 8: 113 dB typ. Display 128 x 64 dots Graphic LCD (backlit LCD) Connectors 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 Connector, Coaxial Output Connector, Headphone Jack (Stereo 1/4-inch phone type), Output Jack (1/4-inch TRS phone type (balanced)), MIDI Connectors (In, Out), USB Connector Power Supply DC 9 V (AC adaptor) Current Draw 1.45 A Dimensions 283.8 (W) x 157.9 (D) x 50.4 (H) mm / 11-3/16 (W) x 6-1/4 (D) x 2 (H) inches Weight 1.32 kg / 2 lbs 15 oz Accessories Rack Mount Angle x 2, Owners Manual, Cakewalk Production Plus Pack DVD-ROM, Driver CD-ROM, AC Adaptor, USB cable

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

Use OCTA-CAPTURE as an I/O expansion unit for the V-STUDIO series
V-STUDIO 700 and V-STUDIO 100 owners can expand their I/O with OCTA-CAPTURE. Your DAW program will recognize V-STUDIO and OCTA-CAPTURE as a single audio device, letting you handle all inputs and outputs seamlessly.

V-STUDIO Series

The V-STUDIO series provides the ideal integrated production environment
In addition to its ergonomic control surface, the V-STUDIO 700 offers pro-spec I/O and an onboard Fantom VS sound module. This is the flagship system in the V-STUDIO series, and comes bundled with the SONAR 8.5 Producer DAW program.
The V-STUDIO 100 offers powerful music-production features in a compact package. It comes bundled with SONAR VSa DAW program specially designed for the V-STUDIO 100and the VS Production Pack, which includes a diverse range of plug-ins.

System Requirements*1

Windows OS Microsoft Windows 7 / Windows Vista / Windows XP Home / Windows XP Professional SP2 or later*2 Computer Windows-compatible PC with USB 2.0 port CPU/Clock Intel Core 2 Processor 1.6 GHz or higher Memory (RAM) 1 GB or more (2 GB or more is recommended) Macintosh OS Mac OS X 10.4.11 or later*3 (10.5.7 or later for Production Plus Pack*4) Computer Apple Macintosh series CPU/Clock Intel Core Processor Memory (RAM) 1 GB or more (2 GB or more is recommended)
*1 This product has been tested on representative computers that meet the system requirements, but we cannot guarantee that it will operate on any computer that meets these requirements. Please be aware that even under the same conditions, differences in the operating environment may produce differences in performance. *2 This product does not support Windows XP Media Center Edition or XP Professional x64. *3 Macintosh computers running Microsoft Windows are not supported.

Front Panel

Rear Panel
*4 Please note: SONAR LE does not run on Mac OS To use at 192 kHz, Intel Core 2 Processor/2 GHz or higher and built-in 7200 rpm or faster hard drive are required. To use two OCTA-CAPTUREs Intel Core 2 Processor/2 GHz or higher and built-in 7200 rpm or faster hard drive are required. To use two OCTA-CAPTUREs at 96 kHz or higher, one separate built-in SATA or faster hard drive dedicated for audio recording is required. (A USB hard drive cannot be used.) In case of Macintosh, Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later is required.

In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. Roland is either registered trademark or trademark of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Cakewalk is registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. SONAR, SoundCenter, Rapture, Studio Instruments, and the Cakewalk logo are trademarks of Cakewalk, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Windows is known officially as: Microsoft Windows operating system Intel and Intel. Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries. Apple, Macintosh, Logic, and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. ASIO, Cubase, and VST are trademarks of Steinberg Media Technologies, GmbH. All other trademarks mentioned are held by their respective owners.
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