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M-Audio FireWire 1814 User Manual

M-Audio FireWire 1814
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M-Audio FireWire 1814 - Users Manual
1 Introduction
2 What’s in the Box
3 About the FireWire 1814
4 FireWire 1814 Features
5 Minimum System Requirements
Windows
Mac OS
6 Controls and Connectors
Front Panel Diagram
Front Panel Descriptions
Rear Panel Diagram
Rear Panel Descriptions
7 Driver Installation
Windows XP
Windows 2000
Mac OS X
Mac OS 9
8 Hardware Connections
Audio
MIDI
9 The Software Control Panel
Global Menus
Mixer Page
Output Page
Hardware Page
About Page

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M-Audio FireWire 1814 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAudio Interface
ConnectivityFireWire
Input Channels18
Output Channels14
Analog Inputs8
Analog Outputs8
Mic Preamps2
Phantom PowerYes
Sample Rates44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
Headphone Outputs1
Power SupplyExternal Power Supply
FireWire InterfaceIEEE 1394 (FireWire 400)
MIDI I/OYes
Software CompatibilityWindows, macOS

Summary

Introduction

What's in the Box

About the FireWire 1814

FireWire 1814 Features

Minimum System Requirements

Windows System Requirements

Specifies minimum hardware and OS requirements for Windows users.

Mac OS System Requirements

Specifies minimum hardware and OS requirements for Mac users.

Controls and Connectors

Front Panel Controls and Diagrams

Details the front panel diagram and descriptions of its numbered controls and indicators.

Rear Panel Connectors and Diagrams

Details the rear panel diagram and descriptions of its numbered connectors and ports.

Driver Installation

Windows Driver Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing drivers on Windows XP and Windows 2000 systems.

Mac OS X Driver Installation

Guide for installing drivers on Mac OS X, including administrator authorization.

Mac OS 9 Driver Installation

Instructions for installing drivers on Mac OS 9, including OMS configuration.

Hardware Connections

Audio Connections

Details on connecting audio sources and outputs, including microphone and line level inputs.

MIDI Connections

Describes how to connect MIDI devices to the FireWire 1814's MIDI I/O ports.

The Software Control Panel

Control Panel Overview

Explains how to open and navigate the M-Audio Control Panel software.

Global Menus and Settings

Covers global settings like Mixer Settings, Load/Save, Level Controller Assignment, and Main Output controls.

Mixer Page Functionality

Details the mixer page for routing and controlling audio inputs and software returns.

Output Page Controls

Manages analog and digital outputs, aux bus, and headphone buses control.

Hardware Page Settings

Provides access to sample rate, buffer size, sync source, and digital port selection.

About Page Information

Displays hardware and driver software version information for technical support.

Using the FireWire 1814

Setting Up Recording Levels

Guides on setting input levels for Mic/Inst, Line, ADAT Optical, and S/PDIF inputs.

Monitoring Inputs for Recording

Explains ASIO Direct, ASIO Software, WDM, and Direct Hardware monitoring modes.

General Recording Instructions

Provides guidance on routing input signals to audio software and setting up tracks for recording.

Setting the Sample Rate

How to set and sync sample rates from software or external digital sources.

Adding Effects While Direct Monitoring

Using aux sends to add effects to directly monitored signals at 44.1/48kHz.

Aux Send for Separate Monitor Mix

Creating alternate headphone mixes using aux sends for artists or engineers.

Level Controller Assignments

Customizing the front panel Level controller for various assignments, like input monitor levels.

A/B Selector Switch Functions

Configuring the A/B switch for Direct Monitoring or Headphone Source Selection.

Monitoring Live Playback

Using A/B switch for DJ cueing and monitoring external sources with headphones.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting No Sound

Steps to resolve issues when no audio is heard, including driver and connection checks.

Troubleshooting Digital Input Issues

Resolving no sound problems with digital input sources, focusing on sync settings.

Troubleshooting Clicks and Pops

Addressing audio distortion and clipping, buffer size, and bus power conflicts.

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Product Specifications

Input Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for Line and Mic/Instrument inputs.

Output Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for Line Outputs and Headphone Outputs.

Digital Interfaces and Sampling Rates

Specifications for Word Clock, Analog, and Digital sampling rates.

Default Mixer and Output Settings

Warranty and Registration