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MOTU 24Ai User Manual

MOTU 24Ai
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24Ai
User Guide
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Cambridge, MA 02138
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Business fax: (617) 576-3609
Web site: www.motu.com
Tech support: www.motu.com/support
24Ao
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Table of Contents

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MOTU 24Ai Specifications

General IconGeneral
Audio Channels24
Analog Inputs24
Sample Rates44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
A/D Resolution24-bit
Computer ConnectivityUSB 2.0
MIDI I/OIn/Out
Word ClockYes
Form FactorRackmount
Simultaneous I/O24
Digital I/OAES/EBU
Dimensions19" x 1.75" x 8.5"

Summary

Part 1 Getting Started

Quick Start Guide

Provides initial steps to set up and use the MOTU AVB interface quickly.

24Ai Front Panel

Details the controls and indicators on the front panel of the 24Ai audio interface.

24Ai Rear Panel

Describes the rear panel connections and ports of the 24Ai audio interface.

24Ao Front Panel

Details the controls and indicators on the front panel of the 24Ao audio interface.

24Ao Rear Panel

Describes the rear panel connections and ports of the 24Ao audio interface.

MOTU AVB Control Web App

Explains how to access and use the web-based control interface for the MOTU AVB devices.

About Your MOTU AVB Audio Interface

Provides an overview of the MOTU AVB interface's features, capabilities, and I/O configurations.

Packing List and System Requirements

Lists the items included in the package and the system requirements for operation.

Software Installation

Guides users through the necessary software installation steps for various operating systems and scenarios.

Hardware Installation

Provides instructions for physically installing the MOTU audio interface, including rack mounting.

Part 2 Using your MOTU interface

Presets

Describes available device presets and how to create custom ones for various use cases.

The Front Panel LCD

Explains the functions and navigation of the device's front panel LCD display and buttons.

Working with Host Audio Software

Details how to connect and configure the interface with audio software on Mac and Windows.

Mixer Effects

Provides information on the DSP-driven mixer effects, including EQ, compression, and reverb.

Networking

Explains Audio Video Bridging (AVB) networking, setup, and capabilities for expanding the system.

Part 3 Appendices

Troubleshooting

Offers solutions to common issues encountered with the MOTU AVB interface and its software.

Audio Specifications

Lists the detailed technical audio specifications for the 24Ai and 24Ao models.

Mixer Schematics

Provides schematic diagrams illustrating the internal signal flow of the mixer channels.

D-sub Connector Specifications

Details the pin-out configurations for D-sub connectors used with the interface.

Updating Firmware

Guides users on how to download and install firmware updates for the MOTU AVB interface.

OSC Support

Explains Open Sound Control (OSC) protocol support for remote control applications.