behringer UCG102 Guitar Link Usb Interface User Manual

User Manual GUITAR LINK UCG102
The Ultimate Guitar-to-USB Interface for Recording and Jamming with your PC/Mac or iOS device

Safety Instruction

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 block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
11. **** Correct disposal of this product: This symbol indicates that this product must not be disposed of with household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and your national law. This product should be taken to a collection center licensed for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). The mishandling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the efficient use of natural resources. For more information about where you can take your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, or your household waste collection service.
12. Do not install in a confined space, such as a book case or similar unit.
13. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

Introduction

Thank you for expressing your confidence in us by purchasing the GUITAR LINK UCG102. Your computer will become the ultimate working platform 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 AIFFformat 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”.
1.1 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.

1. 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.

2. Please always use the original packaging to avoid damage due to storage or shipping.

3. Never let unsupervised children play with the device or with its packaging.

4. Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally friendly fashion.

1.2 Online registration
Please register your new Behringer equipment right after your purchase by visiting behringer.com and read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully.
Should your Behringer product malfunction, it is our intention to have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact the Behringer retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Should your Behringer dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact Information). Should your country not be listed, please contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website (behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation!

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.![behringer UCG102 Guitar Link Usb Interface

• Should your Behringer](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2024/03 /behringer-UCG102-Guitar-Link-Usb-Interface-Should-your-Behringer.png)Fig. 2.1: Control elements and connections

  1. You can connect the guitar to your computer via USB connection. The blue control LED (6) indicates that a connection to the computer has been established.

  2. The VOLUME control adjusts the volume level of the headphones output. Turn the control fully to the left before you connect the headphones. This helps you avoid the damage that is caused by high volume settings.

  3. You can use a commercially available ¼” jack for the -connection.
     ◊ We would like to draw your attention to the fact that extremely loud sound levels may damage your hearing as well as your headphones/loudspeakers.
     Turn the VOLUME control fully clockwise before you switch on the unit. Be careful to select a suitable volume at all times.

  4. You can connect the UCG102 to your guitar via the guitar input (¼” jack). Use a commercial ¼” mono jack cable.

  5. You can modify the guitar signal with the LEVEL switch.
     At high signal levels, the CLIP LED (above the Behringer LOGO) will light up red in which case you should set the LEVEL switch to LOW.

  6. The blue LED indicates the status of the USB connection.

Application Example

You can connect the UCG102 directly to your computer in order to record, play along to a playback or play directly over the modeling amps and effects. The UCG102 lets you get started immediately, wherever you are. Simply hook up and start to rock.
3.1 Operation of the connector Fig. 3.1: Wiring of the UCG102
Use the USB cable to connect the GUITAR LINK UCG102 to your computer. The USB unit of the UCG102 is bus powered—no separate power supply is needed. The blue LED (6) lights up and the system indicates the connection of a USB audio unit.
Connect your headphones to the PHONES connector on the UCG102.
If you don’t want to use your headphones, you can also connect a pair of active monitors to the PHONES connector— the Behringer MONITOR SPEAKERS Series, MS16, MS20, MS40, B2030A or B2031A are perfect choices for this application.

Audio Connections

With the integrated USB interface, you can change your computer to an ultimate recording studio. Whether you rehearse at home or in the studio, the used audio connections always remain the same.
4.1 Wiring
You connect the UCG102 to your guitar via a standard instrument cable.Fig. 4.1: Unbalanced instrument cable with ¼” TS connector
4.2 Headphone connection
The UCG102 provides a connection for head-phones. You can connect any standard com-mercial headphone with a ¼” TRS jack plug. For mini TRS jack plugs, you will need a suitable adapter. You can see the required pin allocation from the following diagram.
Balanced ¼” TRS connector For connection of balanced and unbalanced plugs, ring and sleeve have to be bridged at the stereo plug.
Fig. 4.2: TRS stereo connector
4.3 USB cable
The UCG102 comes with a USB cable for connecting USB-compatible devices like notebooks.Fig. 4.3: USB connector cable

Specifications

Guitar In

Phones Out

USB 1.1

Digital Processing

Power Supply

Dimensions / Weight

Dimensions (H x W x D)| approx. 1 x 2 x 3 3/4″
approx. 24.6 x 50.8 x 95.6 mm
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Cable length| approx. 5 9/10″ / 15 cm
Weight| approx. 0.198 lbs / 0.09 kg

System Requirements (PC / Mac)

Software

/ ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / Win 7 / Win 8 / W i n 8 .1
Driver (Mac OS X)| Core Audio

Behringer is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards.
As a result of these ef forts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may dif fer from those listed or illustrated.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

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GUITAR LINK UCG102

GUITAR LINK UCG102
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This equipment 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.

Important information:
Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Music Tribe can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.
** Hereby, Music Tribe declares that this product is in compliance with Directive 2014/30/EU, Directive 2011/65/EU and Amendment 2015/863/EU, Directive 2012/19/EU, Regulation 519/2012 REACH SVHC and Directive 1907/2006/EC.
Full text of EU DoC is available at https://community.musictribe.com/ EU Representative: Music Tribe Brands DK A/S
Address: Gammel Strand 44, DK-1202 København K, Denmark
UK Representative:** Music Tribe Brands UK Ltd.
Address: 8th Floor, 20 Farringdon Street London EC4A 4AB, United Kingdom

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Documents / Resources

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