MOTU MicroBook II User Manual

Essential guidelines for safe operation, handling, and maintenance of the MicroBook to prevent hazards like electrical shock and fire.

Instructions on how to find the unique serial number for your MicroBook unit electronically via the CueMix FX software.

Details the items included in the MicroBook box upon purchase, ensuring all components are present.

Specifies the minimum hardware and software requirements for the MicroBook on Mac OS X systems.

Outlines the minimum hardware and software specifications required to operate the MicroBook on Windows PCs.

Step-by-step guide for installing the MicroBook software and drivers on Mac OS X.

Instructions for installing the MicroBook software and drivers on Windows systems.

Overview of the CueMix FX application for controlling the MicroBook's mixer and effects.

Information on the AudioDesk software package for advanced audio recording and production on Mac.

Guidance on physically connecting the MicroBook hardware to your computer using the provided USB cable.

Details on connecting microphones, guitars, line-level devices, and outputting audio to monitors or speakers.

Explanation of how the MicroBook draws power from the USB bus and requirements for different computer setups.

Illustrates a common studio setup configuration for the MicroBook, including computer, microphones, and monitors.

Instructions for installing the necessary audio drivers for the MicroBook on Mac OS X systems.

Guide on launching CueMix FX to configure the MicroBook hardware and ensure proper functioning.

Steps to select and enable the MOTU MicroBook Core Audio driver within your audio software.

How to configure the MicroBook with Digital Performer and AudioDesk for optimal audio input/output.

Instructions for setting up the MicroBook as the audio device within Avid Pro Tools.

Guide for configuring the MicroBook's audio I/O and buffer settings in Logic Pro and Logic Express.

Steps to select the MicroBook as the audio output and input device within Apple's GarageBand.

How to configure the MicroBook for input and monitoring within Soundtrack Pro.

Configuration details for using the MicroBook with Cubase and Nuendo via the ASIO driver.

Setting up the MicroBook with Ableton Live, including driver selection and audio device configuration.

Instructions for configuring the MicroBook's audio output and driver in Propellerhead Reason and Record.

Guide for integrating the MicroBook with Cockos Reaper by selecting the appropriate audio device.

Explanation of buffer size settings and their impact on latency and computer performance in host applications.

Details two methods for monitoring live audio inputs with the MicroBook: via computer or CueMix FX.

Guidance on adjusting audio I/O buffer sizes to control monitoring delay and optimize computer responsiveness.

Steps to install the ASIO and Windows multimedia drivers for the MicroBook on Windows.

Guidance on launching CueMix FX to configure the MicroBook hardware and confirm its operational status.

How to select the MOTU ASIO or Windows multimedia driver within your audio software.

Setting up the MicroBook with Avid Pro Tools using the MOTU Audio ASIO driver.

Configuration steps for using the MicroBook with Cubase and Nuendo via the MOTU Audio ASIO driver.

Instructions for integrating the MicroBook with Ableton Live, including driver selection.

Guide for setting up the MicroBook's audio card driver in Propellerhead Reason and Record.

How to select the MOTU Audio ASIO driver for the MicroBook within Cockos Reaper.

Configuration steps for using the MicroBook with Cakewalk SONAR via MOTU ASIO or WDM drivers.

Guidance on selecting the overall sample rate for the MicroBook and host software.

Information on the MicroBook's internal clock source setting for audio synchronization.

Details how MicroBook audio inputs and outputs appear and are listed within your host software.

Explains how CueMix FX provides external mixing and effects processing integrated with host software.

Introduction to CueMix FX software for controlling the MicroBook's mixer and effects processing.

Details the MicroBook's 8-bus digital mixer capabilities driven by hardware DSP for EQ and compression.

Highlights the advantages of CueMix FX over host-based mixing, such as no buffer latency and zero CPU drain.

Information on how CueMix FX is installed along with the main MicroBook software.

A brief overview of the CueMix FX mixer's layout and fundamental mixing operations.

Access and control settings for individual MicroBook inputs, including phase, trim, EQ, and dynamics.

Manage the MicroBook's four stereo mix busses, including assigning inputs and adjusting levels.

Apply EQ and dynamics processing to output pairs just before the signal leaves the MicroBook.

Provides a comprehensive meter bridge for all inputs, outputs, and mix busses, showing signal activity.

Settings for generating sine wave and white/pink noise signals for testing and calibration.

Control extra return channels to host software for routing audio sources and processing.

Overview of advanced analysis tools like FFT display, Spectrogram, X-Y Plot, and Oscilloscope in CueMix FX.

Troubleshooting steps for issues with AudioDesk authorization, including name and keycode entry.

Diagnosing and resolving audio glitches like clicks and pops, possibly related to hard drive fragmentation or USB bus issues.

Advice against connecting or disconnecting devices while recording or playing audio to avoid glitches.

Guidance on setting up input monitoring, referencing host application documentation or CueMix FX.

Information on managing monitoring latency, with references to CueMix FX and buffer settings.

Information on how to obtain customer support by registering the product online or via mail.

Procedure for obtaining replacement software installer discs if the original disc is damaged.

Contact methods and information required for technical support assistance with the MicroBook system.