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GETTING STARTED
To start using the AI1, connect it to your computer using the included
USB cable. The LEDs around the gain knobs will light up to show
that the audio interface is powered on. Connect headphones to the
headphone port on the front or using the line outputs on the back to
connect the interface to studio monitor speakers.
The AI1 does not require any drivers to be used (plug-and-play),
however you can download a control-panel application on
our website.
The driver also provides virtual audio channels and loopback
functionality. This makes it possible to mix and record internal
audio signals from various audio applications.
MICROPHONE INPUT
To connect a microphone to the AI1, you will need a standard XLR
cable. Simply connect the microphone to the mic input on the front
panel and, if your microphone is a condenser, switch on the +48v
Phantom Power via the button on the top of the interface.
HI-Z/LINE INPUT
The SubZero AI1 also features a Hi-Z/line input. To record an
instrument such as an electric guitar, bass or keyboard, this input
will need to be set to Hi-Z via the button on the top of the interface.
To record a line signal such as an external music player or digital
recorder, the input will need to be set to Line via the button on the
top of the interface.
To record using this input, simply connect the output of your
instrument or device to the input of the interface using a standard
jack cable.
INPUT MONITORING
Enable the Direct Monitoring switch to be able to listen to incoming
signals as well as the output of your DAW.
RECORDING AND PLAYBACK
In your DAW, remember to check that the input and output devices
are set to SZ-AI1 and enable input monitoring on your selected
channel. Adjust the Gain knob on the interface until the level going
into your DAW is high enough without clipping. The LEDs around the
gain knobs will indicate the strength of the signal. When the light is
off, it is likely that the input is too low or there is no signal. When it
turns green, the signal level is useable. Orange usually indicates an
optimal level and red means that the level is too high (i.e. the signal
clips) and the gain has to be reduced.
For monitoring, adjust the headphone or volume knob on the
interface until the output level is loud enough without being
uncomfortable.
WARNING: Prolonged exposure to loud volumes can result in hearing
loss. Take caution when adjusting input and output levels.
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