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MOTU UltraLite-mk5 User Manual

MOTU UltraLite-mk5
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UltraLite-mk5
1280 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
Business voice: (617) 576-2760
Business fax: (617) 576-3609
Web site: www.motu.com
Tech support: www.motu.com/support
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User Guide
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MOTU UltraLite-mk5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Audio inputTRS
Form factorRackmounted
Product colorBlack
Minimum RAM4096 GB
Minimum processorIntel® Core™ i3
Minimum storage drive space500 GB
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10
USB version2.0
S/PDIF in portYes
Device interfaceUSB
XLR combo inputs2
Digital audio optical in1
Number of analog inputs6
Number of analog outputs10
Digital audio optical input typeS/PDIF
Microphone preamp gain74 dB
Audio A/D Converter (ADC)-
Power sourceAC
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth175 mm
Width220 mm
Height45 mm

Summary

Safety Precautions and Electrical Requirements

Important Safeguards

General safety instructions and precautions for product operation.

Environment, Heat and Ventilation

Guidelines for proper ventilation and operating temperature.

To Reduce the Risk of Electrical Shock or Fire

Specific warnings to prevent electrical hazards and fires.

About the UltraLite-mk5

Overview of Features

Details on I/O, connectivity, inputs, and analog flexibility.

Core Functionality

Explains DSP mixing, processing, software control, and stand-alone operation.

Connectivity Options

Covers ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI I/O, display, headphone output, and rack mounting.

Packing List and System Requirements

Packing List

Lists all items included in the product package.

System Requirements

Specifies the hardware and software needed for operation.

Please Register Today!

Encourages users to register their product online for benefits.

Software Installation

USB Audio Class-Compliant Operation

How to use the device without driver installation on compatible systems.

Software Installation and Drivers

Instructions for installing software, drivers, and latency performance.

Windows Specific Settings

Settings for Windows audio drivers, buffer size, and latency offsets.

CueMix 5 and Performer Lite

Information on the CueMix 5 app and Performer Lite workstation software.

Working with Host Audio Software

Guidance on using the device with audio applications.

MIDI I/O Setup

Configuring MIDI input/output for Windows and macOS systems.

Hardware Installation

iOS Setup

Connecting the device to iOS devices via USB-C or Lightning.

Computer Setup and Connections

Setting up the device as a computer audio interface and common connection types.

Input and Output Specifics

Details on combo jacks, TRS connections, main outputs, calibration, and FX switching.

Digital Connectivity

Information on Optical (ADAT/TOSLink) and S/PDIF digital connections and sync.

MIDI Connections

How to connect MIDI devices to the UltraLite-mk5.

Front Panel Operation

Level Meters

Description of the OLED screen's level metering capabilities.

Push-Button Knobs

Explanation of the functions of the front-panel rotary encoders.

Power

How to turn the unit on and off using the power knob.

Channel Focus

How the screen displays level settings when knobs are adjusted.

Main Volume

How to toggle volume control between headphones and main outs.

Menu Navigation

How to navigate the device's menu system.

CueMix 5

Run the Installer, Get the App

Instructions for downloading and installing the CueMix 5 software.

Make Hardware Connections

Steps for connecting the UltraLite-mk5 to a computer or iOS device.

Home Tab

Overview of the Home tab for quick access to basic settings.

Device Tab

Details on device settings like Sample Rate and Clock Source.

Input Tab

Settings for the UltraLite-mk5's analog and digital inputs.

Output Tab

Settings for the UltraLite-mk5's analog and digital outputs.

Mix Tabs

How to create independent monitor mixes for each output.

Mix Inputs

Details on the available inputs for each mix bus.

Input Channel Strip

Explanation of the controls and indicators within a channel strip.

Channel Settings

Adjusting EQ, Gate, Compressor, and other channel parameters.

Mixer Effects

Overview of available DSP effects like EQ, Compressor, and Reverb.

Four-Band Parametric EQ

Detailed explanation of the four-band parametric equalizer controls.

Gate

Explanation of the Gate effect parameters and operation.

Compressor

Explanation of the Compressor effect parameters and operation.

Reverb

Explanation of the Reverb effect parameters and routing.

Mix Input Meters

Settings for display input meter levels (pre-fader or post-fader).

Saving and Recalling Device Presets

How to save and load device configuration presets.

The CueMix 5 iOS App

Information about controlling the UltraLite-mk5 via the iOS app.

Working with Host Audio Software

Preparation

Steps to prepare before running host audio software.

Run the CueMix 5 App

Launching CueMix 5 to configure hardware before host software.

Choose the UltraLite-mk5

Selecting the UltraLite-mk5 as the audio interface in host software.

Reducing Monitoring Latency

Techniques to minimize delay when monitoring live inputs.

Loopback

Using Loopback channels to send computer audio back to the computer.

Troubleshooting

My MOTU Interface Isn't Showing Up in Audio MIDI Setup on My Mac

Steps to resolve issues with the interface not appearing in macOS.

No Audio Input or Output Happening

Diagnosing and fixing issues with no audio signal.

Can't Hear Computer Audio Output

Steps to ensure computer audio is routed correctly to the interface.

How to Monitor Live Inputs

Guidance on monitoring live inputs via the mixer.

How to Control Monitoring Latency

Guidance on reducing monitoring latency.

How to Factory Reset Device

Instructions for performing a factory reset on the device.

Clicks and Pops Under Optical or S/PDIF Sync

Troubleshooting clicks and pops related to sync settings.

Clicks and Pops Due to Hard Drive Problems

Identifying and resolving clicks and pops caused by hard drive issues.

Connecting or Powering Gear During Operation

Recommendation against connecting/disconnecting gear during operation.

Customer Support

Information on how to contact customer support.

Audio Specifications

MIC In

Technical specifications for microphone inputs (XLR and TRS).

TRS

Technical specifications for TRS line inputs and outputs.

Line In

Detailed specifications for line input channels.

Line Out

Detailed specifications for line output channels.

Phones

Technical specifications for the headphone output.

S/PDIF

Technical specifications for S/PDIF digital connections.

Half-rack Mounting Kit

Packing List

Lists the components included in the Half-rack Mounting Kit.

Instructions

Step-by-step guide for mounting the unit in a rack.

Half-rack Coupler Kit

Packing List

Lists the components included in the Half-rack Coupler Kit.

Instructions

Steps for coupling two half-rack units together.

Index

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