Steinberg UR12 User manual

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE:
DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC
requirements. Modifications not expressly
approved by Yamaha may void your authority,
granted by the FCC, to use the product.
2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to
accessories and/or another product use only high
quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this
product MUST be used. Follow all installation
instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void
your FCC authorization to use this product in the
USA.
3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to
comply with the requirements listed in FCC
Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices.
Compliance with these requirements provides a
reasonable level of assurance that your use of this
product in a residential environment will not result
in harmful interference with other electronic
devices. This equipment generates/uses radio
frequencies and, if not installed and used according
to the instructions found in the users manual, may
cause interference harmful to the operation of other
electronic devices. Compliance with FCC
regulations does not guarantee that interference
will not occur in all installations. If this product is
found to be the source of interference, which can
be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”,
please try to eliminate the problem by using one of
the following measures:
Relocate either this product or the device that is
being affected by the interference.
Utilize power outlets that are on different branch
(circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line
filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/
reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300
ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial
type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce
satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer
authorized to distribute this type of product. If you
can not locate the appropriate retailer, please con-
tact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic
Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena
Park, CA90620
The above statements apply ONLY to those
products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of
America or its subsidiaries.
* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B)
FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)
* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.
COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT
(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE)
Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America
Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620
Telephone : [phone]
Type of Equipment : USB AUDIO INTERFACE
Model Name : UR12
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected.
(FCC DoC)
(class b korea)

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Contents
Precautions ..............................................4
Notice .................................................................. 5
Information .......................................................... 5
Introduction ..............................................7
Package Contents ............................................... 7
Manuals ............................................................... 7
Conventions in this manual ................................. 7
Power supply ....................................................... 8
Setting Up .................................................8
1. Installing the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver... 8
2. Downloading Cubase AI .................................. 9
Appendix.................................................10
Uninstalling Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver ...... 10
Technical Specifications .................................... 11
General Specifications ...................................... 12
For detailed instructions and information on the functions of the
product, read the Operation Manual included in the TOOLS for
UR12 CD-ROM.

PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
BEFORE PROCEEDING
Please keep this manual in a safe place for
future reference.
WARNING
Always follow the basic precautions
listed below to avoid the possibility of
serious injury or even death from
electrical shock, short-circuiting,
damages, fire or other hazards. These
precautions include, but are not limited
to, the following:
Do not open
• This device contains no user-serviceable parts.
Do not open the device or attempt to
disassemble the internal parts or modify them in
any way. If it should appear to be malfunctioning,
discontinue use immediately and have it
inspected by qualified Yamaha service
personnel.
Water warning
• Do not expose the device to rain, use it near
water or in damp or wet conditions, or place on it
any containers (such as vases, bottles or
glasses) containing liquids which might spill into
any openings. If any liquid such as water seeps
into the device, immediately unplug the USB
cable from the computer. Then have the device
inspected by qualified Yamaha service
personnel.
• Never insert or remove a USB cable with wet
hands.
Fire warning
• Do not put burning items, such as candles, on
the unit. A burning item may fall over and cause a
fire.
If you notice any abnormality
• When one of the following problems occur,
immediately unplug the USB cable from the
computer. Then have the device inspected by
Yamaha service personnel.
- It emits unusual smells or smoke.
- Some object has been dropped into the device.
- There is a sudden loss of sound during use of
the device.
CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions
listed below to avoid the possibility of
physical injury to you or others, or
damage to the device or other property.
These precautions include, but are not
limited to, the following:
Location
• Do not place the device in an unstable position
where it might accidentally fall over.
• Do not place the device in a location where it
may come into contact with corrosive gases or
salt air. Doing so may result in malfunction.
• Before moving the device, remove all connected
cables.
Connections
• Before connecting the device to other devices,
immediately unplug the USB cable from the
computer. Before turning the power on or off for
all devices, set all volume levels to minimum.
Maintenance
• Remove the USB cable from a computer when
cleaning the device.
Handling caution
• Do not rest your weight on the device or place
heavy objects on it, and avoid use excessive
force on the buttons, switches or connectors.
• Do not use the device/speakers or headphones
for a long period of time at a high or
uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause
permanent hearing loss. If you experience any
hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a
physician.
Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage
caused by improper use or modifications to the
device, or data that is lost or destroyed.

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NOTICE
To avoid the possibility of malfunction/
damage to the product, damage to data, or
damage to other property, follow the notices
below.
■Handling and Maintenance
• Do not use the device in the vicinity of a TV,
radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other
electric devices. Otherwise, the device, TV, or
radio may generate noise.
• Do not expose the device to excessive dust or
vibration, or extreme cold or heat (such as in
direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during
the day), in order to prevent the possibility of
panel disfiguration, unstable operation, or
damage to the internal components.
• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on
the device, since this might discolor the panel.
• When cleaning the device, use a dry and soft
cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents,
cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping
cloths.
• Condensation can occur in the device due to
rapid, drastic changes in ambient temperature—
when the device is moved from one location to
another, or air conditioning is turned on or off, for
example. Using the device while condensation is
present can cause damage. If there is reason to
believe that condensation might have occurred,
leave the device for several hours without turning
on the power until the condensation has
completely dried out.
• When turning on the AC power in your audio
system, always turn on the power amplifier LAST,
to avoid speaker damage. When turning the
power off, the power amplifier should be turned
off FIRST for the same reason.
• This disk containing the software is not meant for
use with an audio/visual system (CD player, DVD
player, etc.). Do not attempt to use the disk on
equipment other than a computer.
• Always unplug the USB cable from a computer or
turn off the computer when the device is not in
use.
■Connectors
• XLR-type connectors are wired as follows
(IEC60268 standard): pin 1: ground, pin 2: hot
(+), and pin 3: cold (-).
Information
■About copyrights
• The software included in the TOOLS for UR12
CD-ROM and the copyrights thereof are under
exclusive ownership by Yamaha Corporation.
• This manual is the exclusive copyrights of
Yamaha Corporation.
• Copying of the software or reproduction of this
manual in whole or in part by any means is
expressly forbidden without the written consent of
the manufacturer.
• This product incorporates and bundles computer
programs and contents in which Steinberg Media
Technologies GmbH and Yamaha Corporation
own copyrights or with respect to which it has
license to use others' copyrights. Such
copyrighted materials include, without limitation,
all computer software, style files, MIDI files,
WAVE data, musical scores and sound
recordings. Any unauthorized use of such
programs and contents outside of personal use is
not permitted under relevant laws. Any violation
of copyright has legal consequences. DON'T
MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL
COPIES.
■About this manual
• The illustrations and screens as shown in this
manual are for instructional purposes only.
• Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH and
Yamaha Corporation make no representations or
warranties with regard to the use of the software
and documentation and cannot be held
responsible for the results of the use of this
manual and the software.
• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft®
Corporation in the United States and other
countries.
• Apple, Mac, Macintosh and iPad are trademarks
of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
• Steinberg and Cubase are registered trademarks
of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
• The company names and product names in this
manual are the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
• Software may be revised and updated without
prior notice.

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The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc.,
may be found on or near the name plate, which is at the bottom
of the unit. You should note this serial number in the space
provided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of
your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.
Model No.
Serial No.
(bottom_en_01)
This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents
means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with
general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of
old products, please take them to applicable collection points, in
accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC.
By disposing of these products correctly, you will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and
the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste
handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products, please contact your local
municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
[For business users in the European Union]
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for
further information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
(weee_eu_en_01)

Introduction
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Introduction
Package Contents
The package of this product contains the
following items. After opening the package,
make sure that it includes everything listed
below.
• UR12 Main unit
• TOOLS for UR12 CD-ROM
• Getting Started (this book)
• CUBASE AI DOWNLOAD INFORMATION (printed)
• USB cable
Disk Contents
The TOOLS for UR12 CD-ROM contains the
following.
Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver
This software allows communication
between the device and a computer. Make
sure to install it before you first use the
device.
Operation Manual (PDF)
The file [UR12_OperationManual_en.pdf]
(English Operation Manual) is in the folder
[Documentation]. Drag and drop the file
onto the desktop.
NOTE
To view PDF files, you need to install Adobe
Reader on your computer. You can download
the latest version at the following website.
http://www.adobe.com/
Manuals
Getting Started (this book)
Read this manual when setting up the
device. After finishing the setup as
indicated in this manual, read the Operation
Manual.
Operation Manual
This is included in the TOOLS for UR12 CD-
ROM. Read through this manual to
understand how to use the features of the
product.
Conventions in this manual
Windows or Mac
When the procedures or explanations are
specific to only one of the platforms,
Windows or Mac, this is properly indicated
in the manual. When the platforms do not
appear, procedures or explanations are for
both Windows and Mac.
Procedures
An arrow (“”) is shown for some
procedures in the manual. For example, the
string [Devices] [Device Setup] 
[Control Panel] indicates that you should
perform the procedures in the following
order.
1. Click the [Devices] menu.
2. Select the [Device Setup] option.
3. Click the [Control Panel] button.
Cubase
The phrase “Cubase” in this manual applies
to all Cubase programs and versions
(except Cubase LE). If a specific version is
indicated, the version is described in the
text.
Screens
This manual predominantly uses
screenshots of Windows. However, Mac
screenshots are used when instructions of
the function apply only to the Mac. Also, this
manual uses screenshots of Cubase 7.5. If
you are using another version of Cubase,
the actual screenshots might not be the
same. For details, refer to the Cubase

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manuals (PDF) opened from the [Help]
menu.
Version Information
The letters “x.x.x” and “x.xx” indicate the
version number.
Power supply
USB bus-powered
The UR12 is a bus-powered type device
which can be powered by the host
computer connected via a USB cable. The
power automatically turns on when the
device is connected to the computer via a
USB cable and turns off when the device is
disconnected from the computer.
External power supply
The power also can be supplied via a USB
power adapter or USB mobile battery from
the [5V DC] port at the rear panel.
NOTICE
When turning on the AC power in your audio
system, always turn on the power amplifier
LAST. When turning the power off, the power
amplifier should be turned off FIRST.
NOTE
The [5V DC] port is used only for power
supply. The [USB 2.0] port is also used for
transferring digital audio data.
Setting Up
The following two setup procedures are
required before you can use the device with
a computer.
1. Installing Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver
2. Downloading Cubase AI (DAW)
1. Installing the Yamaha
Steinberg USB Driver
Follow the steps below to install the Yamaha
Steinberg USB Driver.
NOTE
• You are only permitted to use this software
pursuant to the terms and conditions of the
“License Agreement” shown during the
installation.
• Future upgrades of application and system
software and any changes in specifications
and functions will be announced at the
following website.
http://www.steinberg.net/
Windows
1. Disconnect all USB devices other
than the mouse and keyboard from
the computer.
2. Start the computer and log on to
the Administrator account.
Exit any open applications and close
all open windows.
3. Insert the TOOLS for UR12 CD-
ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
4. Open the CD-ROM then double-
click [setup.exe].
5. Follow the on-screen instructions
to install the software.

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6. When installation has been
completed, click [Finish].
If a window requiring you to restart your
computer appears, follow the on-
screen instructions and restart the
computer.
NOTE
To confirm the installation, follow these steps:
1. Connect the device directly to the
computer by using the included USB
cable.
Make sure not to connect it to a USB hub.
2. Open the [Device Manager] window as
follows.
[Control Panel] ([Hardware and
Sound]) [Device Manager]
3. Click on the [+] mark or [>] mark next to
“Sound, video and game controllers.”
4. Confirm that the device name is listed.
Installation of the Yamaha Steinberg USB
Driver is now complete.
Mac
1. Disconnect all USB devices other
than the mouse and keyboard from
the computer.
2. Start the computer and log in to
the Administrator account.
Exit any open applications and close
all open windows.
3. Insert the TOOLS for UR12 CD-
ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
4. Open the CD-ROM then double-
click [Yamaha Steinberg USB
Driver V***.pkg].
*** represents the version number.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions
to install the software.
6. When installation has been
completed, click [Restart] to
restart the computer.
NOTE
To confirm the installation, follow these steps:
1. Connect the device directly to the
computer by using a USB cable.
Make sure not to connect it to a USB hub.
2. Open the “Audio MIDI Setup” window as
follows.
[Applications] [Utilities] [Audio MIDI
Setup]
3. Confirm that the device name is listed in
the left column.
Installation of the Yamaha Steinberg USB
Driver is now complete.
2. Downloading
Cubase AI (DAW)
We are offering Cubase AI as a free
download via our website, specifically for
customers who have purchased the UR12.
In order to download the software, you’ll
need to first create a MySteinberg account
in the Steinberg website. For the latest
information, see the Steinberg website
below.
http://www.steinberg.net/getcubaseai/
NOTE
A valid “Download access code” is required
for Cubase AI download. It is printed on the
included CUBASE AI DOWNLOAD
INFORMATION.
The setup is now complete.
For detailed instructions and information on
the functions of the product, read the
Operation Manual included in the TOOLS
for UR12 CD-ROM.

Appendix
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Appendix
Uninstalling Yamaha
Steinberg USB Driver
Windows
1. Disconnect all USB devices other
than the mouse and keyboard from
the computer.
2. Start the computer and log on to
the Administrator account.
Exit any open applications and close
all open windows.
3. Open the window for the uninstall
operation as follows.
Select [Control Panel] [Uninstall a
Program] to call up the [Uninstall or
change a program] panel.
4. Select [Yamaha Steinberg USB
Driver] from the list.
5. Click the [Uninstall] / [Uninstall /
Change].
If the [User Account Control] window
appears, click [Continue] or [Yes].
6. Follow the on-screen instructions
to remove the software.
Uninstalling Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver
is now complete.
Mac
1. Disconnect all USB devices other
than the mouse and keyboard from
the computer.
2. Start the computer and log in to
the Administrator account.
Exit any open applications and close
all open windows.
3. Insert the TOOLS for UR12 CD-
ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
4. Open the CD-ROM then double-
click [Uninstall Yamaha Steinberg
USB Driver].
5. Click [Run] when the “Welcome to
the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver
uninstaller.” message appears.
After that, follow the on-screen
instructions to uninstall the software.
6. Click [Restart] when the
“Uninstallation completed.”
message appears.
7. When the message prompting you
to restart your computer appears,
click [Restart].
Uninstalling Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver
is now complete.

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Technical Specifications
MIC INPUT (Balanced)
Maximum Input Level +0 dBu
Input Impedance 4 kΩ
Gain Range +10 dB to +54 dB
HI-Z INPUT (Unbalanced)
Maximum Input Level +8.5 dBV
Input Impedance 1 MΩ
Gain Range +/-0 dB to +40 dB
MAIN OUTPUT (Unbalanced)
Maximum Output Level +6 dBV
Output Impedance 600 Ω
PHONES 1/2
Maximum Output Level 6 mW+6 mW, 40 Ω
USB
Specification USB2.0, 24 bit, 44.1 kHz/48 kHz/88.2 kHz/96 kHz/176.4 kHz/192 kHz
XLR INPUT
Polarity 1: Ground
2: Hot (+)
3: Cold (-)

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General Specifications
The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the printing date. Since Steinberg/Yamaha
makes continuous improvements to the product, this manual may not apply to the specifications of your partic-
ular product. To obtain the latest manual, access the Steinberg website then download the manual file. Since
specifications, equipment or separately sold accessories may not be the same in every locale, please check
with your Steinberg/Yamaha dealer.
Power Requirements 2.5 W
Dimensions 159 (W) x 46 (H) x 144 (D) mm
Net weight 850 g
Operating Free-air
Temperature Range
0 to 40 ℃
Included Accessories ・TOOLS for UR12 CD-ROM
・Getting Started (brochure)
・CUBASE AI DOWNLOAD INFORMATION (printed)
・USB Cable

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