Audio Interface Mode (AIM)
The Audio Interface Mode (AIM) setting transforms the most fundamental
characteristics of the Symphony I/O system to best match the host device to which
Symphony I/O is connected. Rather than create a single hardware and software user
interface that must adapt to all connection scenarios, the Audio Interface Mode
customizes the user interface to your specific scenario, thus simplifying operation. If
you change the way you connect your setup, select the appropriate Audio Interface
Mode from the front panel. When switching between Audio Interface Modes as your
workflow demands, the settings of each Mode are recalled automatically!
The following Audio Interface Modes are available:
Symphony - to connect to Symphony 64 PCI and Symphony Mobile Express/34 cards.
Pro Tools HD - to connect to Pro Tools HD PCI cards. Symphony I/O may be controlled
from a Mac via USB, though the Mac connection isn’t required for audio operation.
USB Audio - to use Symphony I/O as a USB audio interface with an Apple Mac
computer.
Standalone - to connect Symphony I/O to recording devices via ADAT, S/PDIF or AES
inputs and outputs. Symphony I/O may be controlled from a Mac via USB, though the
Mac connection isn’t required for audio operation.