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Echo AUDIOFIRE 4 User Manual

Echo AUDIOFIRE 4
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AUDIOFIRE
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AUDIOFIRE
4
AUDIOFIRE
8
AUDIOFIRE
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Echo AUDIOFIRE 4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAudio Interface
ConnectivityFireWire
Sample Rates44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
Analog Inputs4
Analog Outputs4
Headphone Output1
Bit Depth24-bit
Phantom PowerYes
DriverASIO, Core Audio
Dimensions1.75 inches

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Limited Warranty

Disclaimer and Limitation of Warranty

Introduction

What You Should Have Received in the Box

Lists the items included with the AudioFire product upon purchase.

System Requirements

Specifies the necessary hardware and software for using the AudioFire devices.

Installation

Log In as Administrator

Instructions for logging into a Mac account with administrative privileges for installation.

Check OS X Version

Details how to verify the operating system version required for AudioFire.

Run Software Update

Recommends updating the operating system before installing the AudioFire.

Installing the AudioFire Hardware and Software

Step-by-step guide for installing the AudioFire interface and its associated software.

Connecting to the Audio Interface

Analog Inputs and Outputs – AudioFire2

Details the analog input and output connections for the AudioFire2 model.

Analog Inputs and Outputs – AudioFire4

Details the analog input and output connections for the AudioFire4 model.

Analog Inputs and Outputs – AudioFire8

Details the analog input and output connections for the AudioFire8 model.

Universal Inputs – AudioFire4 and AudioFire8

Describes the universal input capabilities for AudioFire4 and AudioFire8, including mic/guitar.

Analog Inputs and Outputs – AudioFire12

Details the analog input and output connections for the AudioFire12 model.

The FireWire Connector

Explains the function and use of the FireWire port for connecting the AudioFire.

S/PDIF (AudioFire4 and AudioFire8)

Describes the S/PDIF digital input/output connectors on AudioFire4 and AudioFire8.

MIDI

Explains the MIDI input/output ports and their functionality.

MIDI and S/PDIF Dongle (AudioFire2)

Details the MIDI and S/PDIF dongle used with the AudioFire2.

Word Clock (AudioFire8 and AudioFire12 only)

Describes the Word Clock connectors for synchronizing AudioFire8 and AudioFire12.

Software Configuration

Installing Tracktion

Install Tracktion from the AudioFire CDROM

Step-by-step guide to install Tracktion from the provided CD-ROM.

Authorize your copy of Tracktion

Procedures for obtaining a license code and authorizing the Tracktion software.

Launching Tracktion and Assigning Inputs & Outputs

Steps to launch Tracktion and configure input/output assignments.

Audio Settings

Details on configuring audio device settings within Tracktion for the AudioFire.

Console Software

Running the Console

How to open and launch the AudioFire Console application.

Automatic Flash Update

Information on the automatic firmware update process for the AudioFire hardware.

Console Window

Overview of the AudioFire Console interface, its metaphor, and basic functions.

Bus Select Tabs

Explains how to select and manage output buses within the Console window.

Master Output Bus Control

Details the controls for managing the master output bus mix and levels.

Analog Inputs

Description of the controls for managing analog input levels and monitoring in the Console.

Digital Inputs (AudioFire2, AudioFire4 and AudioFire8)

Explains the controls for digital inputs within the AudioFire Console.

Playback Controls

Details the controls for managing audio playback levels from applications.

Adjusting Playback Volume

Guidance on adjusting output volume levels within the digital domain.

Nominal Levels

Explanation of nominal signal level settings (+4dBu/-10dBV) for inputs/outputs.

Settings Tab

Accessing hardware settings like sample rate, clock source, and S/PDIF format.

Sample Rate

Information on setting and locking the sample rate for the AudioFire hardware.

Clock Source

Guidance on selecting and synchronizing the clock source for the AudioFire.

S/PDIF Format

Details on selecting the S/PDIF transmission format (Consumer/Professional).

Version Information

Displays version details for Console, ARM, and DSP firmware components.

Console Settings and Stand-Alone Mode

Describes saving console settings and operating the AudioFire in stand-alone mode.

Synchronizing Multiple Devices

Explains methods for synchronizing AudioFire with other audio equipment.

Using Multiple AudioFires

Guidelines and instructions for configuring and using multiple AudioFire units together.

Contacting Echo Customer Service

Contacting Mackie Customer Service

Appendix A: General Troubleshooting Guide

Appendix B: An Introduction to Digital Recording

Converting Sound into Numbers

Describes the process of analog-to-digital conversion for audio signals.

Decibels

Explains the concept and measurement of decibels (dB) in audio signals.

Nominal Signal Levels and Headroom

Discusses nominal signal levels (+4dBu/-10dBV) and audio headroom.

Unbalanced and Balanced Inputs and Outputs

Explains the differences between unbalanced and balanced audio signals and connections.

Dynamic Range

Defines dynamic range and its importance in digital audio systems.

Appendix C: Specifications

AudioFire2 - Audio Performance

Detailed audio performance specifications for the AudioFire2 unit.

AudioFire2 - Hardware

Technical hardware specifications for the AudioFire2 unit.

AudioFire4 - Audio Performance

Detailed audio performance specifications for the AudioFire4 unit.

AudioFire4 - Hardware

Technical hardware specifications for the AudioFire4 unit.

AudioFire8 - Audio Performance

Detailed audio performance specifications for the AudioFire8 unit.

AudioFire8 - Hardware

Technical hardware specifications for the AudioFire8 unit.

AudioFire12 - Audio Performance

Detailed audio performance specifications for the AudioFire12 unit.

AudioFire12 - Hardware

Technical hardware specifications for the AudioFire12 unit.

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