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PRESONUS FireStudio User Manual

PRESONUS FireStudio
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FIRESTUDIO
© 2008, PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
26 I/O 24-bit/96k Recording Interface with
DSP Mixer/Router Control Console Application
User’s Manual
Version 2.0

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PRESONUS FireStudio Specifications

Microphone Preamp IconMicrophone Preamp
frequency response (+0, -0.5dB)20Hz to 50kHz
frequency response (+0/-3.0dB)20Hz to 150kHz
input impedance1600 Ohm
THD + N< 0.003%
EIN-126dBu
S/N ratio>101dB
common mode rejection ratio>55dB
gain control range-6dB to 55dB
maximum input level+17dBu
phantom power+48VDC
Instrument Input IconInstrument Input
input impedance1 Mega Ohm
Line Inputs IconLine Inputs
frequency response (+0, -5dB)20Hz to 50kHz
frequency response (+0/-3.0dB)20Hz to 150kHz
input impedance10 KOhm
THD + N< 0.003%
S/N ratio>101dB
gain control range-9dB to +12dB
maximum input level+23dBu
Digital Audio IconDigital Audio
ADC dynamic range107dB
DAC dynamic range110dB
bit depth24
reference level for 0dBFS+18dBu
internal sample frequency selections44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
BNC word clock output level4.5V
BNC word clock input level range3.0 to 5.5V
Clock IconClock
jitter<20ps RMS (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
jitter attenuation>60 dB (1 ns in => 1 ps out)
Power IconPower
input voltage range18 to 30 VDC
power requirements (continuous)24W
external switching power supply90-230VAC / 35W

Summary

Overview

Introduction

Provides a general introduction to the PreSonus FireStudio and its capabilities, encouraging manual reading.

Features

Lists the key features and specifications of the FireStudio audio interface and bundled software.

What's Included in the Box

Details the contents of the FireStudio package, including the interface, cables, power supply, and software discs.

System Requirements

Outlines the minimum hardware and operating system requirements for using the FireStudio with Mac and Windows.

Operation

Quick Start Up Guide

Guides users through the initial installation process for the FireStudio on Windows and Mac operating systems.

Sample Hook Up Diagrams

Provides visual examples of connecting the FireStudio for mobile recording and full band setups.

Microphone Types

Discusses different microphone types (condenser, dynamic, ribbon) and their compatibility with the FireStudio.

Dynamics Processing Tutorial

Introduces the basics of dynamics processing, including common questions and the need for compression.

Digital Connections and Synchronization

Explains ADAT optical, S/MUX, BNC Sync, and Word Clock for connecting and synchronizing digital audio devices.

Controls and Connections

FireStudio Control Console Application

Introduces the FireStudio Control Console application and its routing and mixing capabilities.

Hardware Settings

Covers basic controls for sample rate, buffer size, and clock source selection within the FireStudio.

Output and Router Matrix

Details the virtual patch bay for custom routing of inputs and playback streams to physical outputs.

Mixer Tab Overview

Covers the creation, renaming, and saving of 9 stereo monitor mixes and channel strip controls.

Front Panel Layout

Details the components and functions of the FireStudio's front panel, including microphone preamplifiers and instrument inputs.

Back Panel Layout

Describes the various ports and connections found on the back panel of the FireStudio, including power, FireWire, MIDI, BNC, and digital I/O.

Technical Information

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Provides solutions for common issues like pops, clicks, sync problems, and no input signal on channels 1 or 2.

Technical Specifications

Presents detailed technical specifications for microphone preamps, line inputs, digital audio, clock, power, and more.

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