Behringer GUITAR LINK UCG102 User manual

User manual
Version 1.0 October 2006
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GUITAR LINK UCG102

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This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts
you to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage inside the
enclosure—voltage that may be
sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts
you to important operating and
maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature. Please read
the manual.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not remove the top
cover (or the rear section). No
user serviceable parts inside;
refer servicing to qualified
personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain and
moisture. The apparatus shall
not be exposed to dripping or
splashing liquids and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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DETAILED SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
8) Only use attachments/accessories specified
by the manufacturer.
9) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power supply cord or plug is damaged, li-
quid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
10) CAUTION - These service instructions are
for use by qualified service personnel only. To
reduce the risk of electric shock do not per-
form any servicing other than that contained in
the operation instructions.

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GUITAR LINK UCG102
UCG102
GUITAR LINK
VPlug in your favorite guitar and turn your PC or Mac computer into a guitar amp and recording
system without the need for any other hardware
VEnjoy immediate access to "Guitar Combos BEHRINGER Edition" from Native Instruments—the
leading authentic guitar amp and stomp box modeling software
VPackage also includes Kristal 16-track music production and Audacity editing software
VWorks directly with your PC or Mac computer—ultra-low latency ASIO drivers for PC included
VStereo Headphone output lets you jam with your computer and can also be used for monitoring
with active monitor speakers
VVariable-speed file playback function for MP3, WAV, AIFF audio files—perfect for easy
learning and practicing
VPowered via USB—no additional power supply required
VHigh-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
VConceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany
The Ultimate Guitar-to-USB Interface to Jam and Record with Killer Modeling Amps and
Effects

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FOREWORD
Dear customer,
Welcome to the team of BEHRINGER users, and thank you very much
for expressing your confidence in us by purchasing this UCG102.
Writing this foreword for you gives me great pleasure, because it represents
the culmination of many months of hard work delivered by our
engineering team to achieve a very ambitious goal: to design a USB
interface that allows a guitar to be connected directly to the computer,
convinces through its excellent sound and offers a maximum of flexibility
and performance. The task of designing our new UCG102 certainly
meant a great deal of responsibility, which we assumed by focusing on
you, the discerning user and musician. Meeting your expectations also
meant a lot of work and night shifts. But it was fun, too. Developing a
product usually brings a lot of people together, and what a great feeling
it is when all who participated in such a project can be proud of what
they’ve achieved.
It is our philosophy to share our enjoyment with you, because you are
the most important member of the BEHRINGER team. With your highly competent suggestions for
new products you’ve made a significant contribution to shaping our company and making it successful.
In return, we guarantee you uncompromising quality as well as excellent technical and audio properties
at an extremely reasonable price. All of this will enable you to give free rein to your creativity without
being hampered by budget constraints.

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We are often asked how we manage to produce such high-quality devices at such unbelievably low
prices. The answer is quite simple: it’s you, our customers! Many satisfied customers mean large sales
volumes enabling us to get better purchasing terms for components, etc. Isn’t it only fair to pass this
benefit on to you? Because we know that your success is our success too!
I would like to thank everyone that made the UCG102 possible in the first place. You have all made
your own personal contributions, from the developers to the many other employees at this company,
and to you, the BEHRINGER user.
My friends, it’s been worth the effort!
Thank you very much,
Uli Behringer

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ........................ 8
1.1 Before you get started ..................... 8
1.1.1 Shipment .................................. 8
1.1.2 Online registration ................... 9
2 CONTROLS AND
CONNECTIONS ....................... 10
3 SOFTWARE ............................. 12
3.1 Included software .......................... 12
3.2 System requirements ..................... 15
3.3 Device drivers and latency ............ 16
4 APPLICATION EXAMPLES ..... 17
4.1 Operation of the connector ............ 17
4.2 Connection to a guitar .................... 18
5 AUDIO CONNECTIONS ........... 19
5.1 Wiring .............................................. 19
5.2 Headphone connection .................. 20
5.3 USB cable ....................................... 20
6 SPECIFICATIONS .................... 21
7 WARRANTY ............................. 22
FCC—FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION COMPLIANCE
INFORMATION ................... 26

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Thank you for expressing your confidence in us
by purchasing the GUITAR LINK UCG102. Your
computer will become the ultimate working plat-
form on which you can use the classic effects, in
the studio as well as on stage. With a notebook, a
guitar and the UCG102, it is now possible to work
on the go, be it train or hotel.The GUITAR LINK
UCG102’s scope of delivery includes a first-class
modeling software with virtual amps and effects
pedals. Accompany songs in MP3-, WAV- and
AIFF-format which you can play from your PC or
Mac computer. A headphone connection with a
volume regulator is also available so that you
can enjoy the session with your favorite volumes
undisturbed, entirely after the motto “Plug‘n
Rock”..
1 INTRODUCTION
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
Your GUITAR LINK UCG102 was carefully
packed at the assembly plant to assure secure
transport. Should the condition of the cardboard
box suggest that damage may have taken place,
please inspect the unit immediately and look for
physical indications of damage.
Damaged equipment should NEVER be
sent directly to us. Please inform the
dealer from whom you acquired the unit
immediately as well as the transportation
company from which you took delivery.
Otherwise, all claims for replacement/
repair may be rendered invalid.
Please always use the original
packaging to avoid damage due to
storage or shipping.

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1 INTRODUCTION
Never let unsupervised children play
with the device or with its packaging.
Please dispose of all packaging
materials in an environmentally
friendly fashion.
1.1.2 Online registration
Please, do remember to register your new
BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase
by visiting www.behringer.com (alternatively
www.behringer.de) and kindly read the terms and
conditions of our warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction,
our goal is to have it repaired as quickly as pos-
sible. To arrange for warranty service, please con-
tact the retailer from whom the equipment was
purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not
be located in your vicinity, you may directly con-
tact one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding con-
tact information is included in the original
equipment packaging (Global Contact Informati-
on/European Contact Information). Should your
country not be listed, please contact the distribu-
tor nearest you.
A list of distributors can be found in the support
area of our website (www.behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with
us helps us process your repair claims quicker and
more efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation!

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2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
You can connect the UCG102 directly to an amp by means of the jack connector and to your PC or Mac
computer by using the USB connector. The USB connection supplies the power for the UCG102.
Fig. 2.1: Control elements and connections