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RME Audio Fireface 400 User Manual

RME Audio Fireface 400
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User's Guide
Fireface 400
Portable FireWire
®
at its best!
FireWire 400 Digital I/O System
8 + 8 + 2 Channels Analog / ADAT / SPDIF Interface
24 Bit / 192 kHz Digital Audio
36 x 18 Matrix Router
MIDI I/O
Stand-Alone Operation
MIDI Remote Control
Stand-Alone MIDI Controlled Operation
TotalMix
24 Bit / 192 kHz 9
SyncAlign
®
ZLM
®
SyncCheck
®
SteadyClock

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RME Audio Fireface 400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRME Audio
ModelFireface 400
CategoryAccessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General

Introduction

Provides an overview of the Fireface 400 audio system.

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the Fireface 400 package.

System Requirements

Details the necessary hardware and software for Fireface 400 operation.

Brief Description and Characteristics

Outlines the main features and capabilities of the Fireface 400.

First Usage - Quick Start

Guides users through initial setup and basic operation of the Fireface 400.

Connectors and Front Panel

Describes the front panel connectors, controls, and indicators.

Quick Start

Provides concise steps for getting started with the Fireface 400.

Accessories

Lists optional accessories available for purchase.

Warranty

Outlines the warranty terms and conditions for the product.

Appendix

Contains supplementary information and resources.

Installation and Operation - Windows

Hardware Installation

Details the physical connection of the Fireface 400 to a computer.

Desktop Computer

Installation steps specifically for desktop computer setups.

Notebook

Installation steps specifically for notebook computer setups.

Driver and Firmware

Explains driver installation and firmware update procedures.

Driver Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the Fireface 400 driver.

Driver Update

Instructions for updating the Fireface 400 driver.

Deinstalling the Drivers

Guidance on how to uninstall the Fireface 400 drivers.

Firmware Update

Process for updating the Fireface 400 firmware.

Configuring the Fireface

Details the configuration options available for the Fireface 400.

Settings dialog - General

Explains the general settings dialog and its various options.

Settings dialog - Input Gain

Describes how to adjust the input gain levels for channels.

Settings dialog - DDS

Details the Direct Digital Synthesizer (DDS) settings for clocking.

Clock Modes - Synchronization

Explains clock synchronization modes and settings for stability.

Limit Bandwidth

Covers options for limiting FireWire bus bandwidth.

Operation and Usage

Explains how to use the Fireface 400 for audio playback and recording.

Playback

Details how to configure audio playback settings.

DVD-Playback (AC-3/DTS)

Covers DVD playback utilizing AC-3/DTS audio streams.

Low Latency under MME (Buffer Size Adjustment)

Explains low latency settings for MME drivers via buffer adjustment.

Notes on WDM

Provides important information and notes about WDM audio drivers.

Multi-client Operation

Discusses using multiple audio applications simultaneously.

Digital Recording

Explains how to perform digital audio recordings.

Analog Recording

Details how to perform analog audio recordings.

Operation under ASIO 2.0

Covers using the Fireface 400 with ASIO 2.0 drivers.

General

General overview of ASIO 2.0 operation with the Fireface 400.

Known Problems

Discusses common issues and problems encountered with ASIO 2.0.

Operation under GSIF (Gigasampler Interface)

Explains operation using the GSIF interface.

Windows 2000/XP

GSIF operation details specific to Windows 2000/XP systems.

Common Problems

Troubleshooting common problems related to GSIF operation.

Using more than one Fireface

Details how to use multiple Fireface units together.

DIGICheck

Introduces the DIGICheck utility for audio analysis and testing.

Hotline - Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common issues and problems.

General

General troubleshooting advice and resources.

Installation

Troubleshooting issues related to the hardware and driver installation.

Diagrams

Includes diagrams illustrating signal routing and connections.

Channel Routing ASIO at 96 kHz

Shows ASIO channel routing diagrams at 96 kHz.

Channel Routing MME at 96 kHz

Shows MME channel routing diagrams at 96 kHz.

Mac OS X – Installation and Operation

Hardware Installation

Details the physical connection of the Fireface 400 for Mac OS X.

Desktop Computer

Installation steps for desktop computers on Mac OS X.

Notebook

Installation steps for notebook computers on Mac OS X.

Driver

Explains driver installation for Mac OS X.

Driver Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the Fireface driver on Mac OS X.

Driver Update

Instructions for updating the Fireface driver on Mac OS X.

Firmware Update

Covers firmware updates for the Fireface 400 on Mac OS X.

Mac OS X FAQ

Addresses frequently asked questions for Mac OS X users.

Round about Driver Installation

Discusses common issues with driver installation on Mac OS X.

MIDI doesn't work

Troubleshoots MIDI connectivity problems on Mac OS X.

Supported Sample Rates

Lists sample rates supported by the Mac OS X driver.

Repairing Disk Permissions

Provides steps for repairing disk permissions on Mac OS X.

FireWire Compatibility

Discusses FireWire compatibility with Mac computers.

Various Information

Offers general information for Mac OS X users.

Hotline - Troubleshooting

Provides troubleshooting tips for Mac OS X.

Configuring the Fireface

Settings Dialog - General

Explains the general settings dialog and its various options.

Settings dialog - Input Gain

Describes how to adjust the input gain levels for channels.

Settings dialog - DDS

Details the Direct Digital Synthesizer (DDS) settings for clocking.

Clock Modes - Synchronization

Explains clock synchronization modes and settings for stability.

Limit Bandwidth

Covers options for limiting FireWire bus bandwidth.

Diagram: Channel Routing at 96 kHz

Stand-Alone Operation, Connections and TotalMix

Stand-alone Operation

Explains how to use the Fireface 400 in stand-alone mode.

Front Panel Operation

Details operation using the front panel controls.

8-Channel AD/DA-Converter

Describes the unit's function as an 8-channel converter.

2-Channel Mic Preamp

Explains its use as a 2-channel microphone preamp.

Monitor Mixer

Details its use as a monitor mixer.

Digital Format Converter

Explains its function as a digital format converter.

Analog/digital Routing Matrix

Describes its role as an analog/digital routing matrix.

Analog Inputs

Details the analog input specifications and usage.

Line Rear

Covers the rear analog line inputs.

Microphone / Line Front

Explains the front microphone and line inputs.

Instrument / Line Front

Details the front instrument and line inputs.

Analog Outputs

Details the analog output specifications and usage.

Line

Covers the analog line outputs.

Phones (7/8)

Details the front headphone outputs.

Digital Connections

Explains the digital connection options.

ADAT

Covers ADAT digital connections.

SPDIF

Details SPDIF digital connections.

MIDI

Explains the MIDI connection options.

Word Clock

Details Word Clock input/output and synchronization.

Word Clock Input and Output

Explains the Word Clock connections and functionality.

Technical Description and Usage

Provides technical background on synchronization and clocking.

Cabling and Termination

Discusses cabling and termination for Word Clock.

Operation

Explains the operation of Word Clock synchronization.

TotalMix: Routing and Monitoring

Covers routing and monitoring features of TotalMix.

Overview

Provides an overview of TotalMix's capabilities.

The User Interface

Describes the TotalMix mixer user interface.

Elements of a Channel

Explains the components of a TotalMix channel strip.

Tour de TotalMix

A practical guide to using TotalMix.

Submix View

Explains the Submix View for managing complex routings.

Mute and Solo

Details the Mute and Solo functions in TotalMix.

The Quick Access Panel

Describes additional options in the Quick Access Panel.

Presets

Covers the preset management features in TotalMix.

The Monitor Panel

Explains the Monitor Panel for monitoring functions.

Preferences

Details the Preferences dialog settings.

Editing the Names

Describes how to edit channel and preset names.

Hotkeys

Explains keyboard shortcuts for controlling TotalMix.

Menu Options

Lists and describes options available in the TotalMix menu.

Level Meter

Explains the functionality and settings of the level meters.

TotalMix: The Matrix

Overview

Provides an overview of TotalMix's Matrix view.

Elements of the Matrix View

Describes the components of the Matrix view interface.

Operation

Details how to operate the Matrix view for routing.

Advantages of the Matrix

Highlights the benefits of using the Matrix view.

TotalMix Super-Features

ASIO Direct Monitoring (Windows only)

Explains ASIO Direct Monitoring for Windows users.

Selection and Group-based Operation

Describes how to group and select channels in TotalMix.

Copy Routings to other Channels

Explains how to copy routing configurations.

Delete Routings

Details how to delete routing configurations.

Recording a Subgroup (Loopback)

Covers recording subgroups using loopback.

Using external Effects Devices

Explains how to integrate external effects devices.

MS Processing

Describes Mid/Side processing capabilities.

MIDI Remote Control

Overview

Provides an overview of MIDI remote control for TotalMix.

Mapping

Maps Mackie Control surface elements to TotalMix functions.

Setup

Covers the setup for MIDI remote control.

Operation

Explains how to operate MIDI remote control.

Simple MIDI Control

Details simple MIDI control commands.

Loopback Detection

Explains loopback detection for MIDI.

Stand-Alone MIDI Control

Covers MIDI control in stand-alone mode.

Technical Reference

TECH INFO

Refers to additional technical information resources.

Technical Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications of the Fireface 400.

Analog

Details the analog input and output specifications.

MIDI

Lists MIDI interface specifications.

Digital

Covers digital interface specifications.

Digital Inputs

Details specifications for digital inputs (AES/EBU, SPDIF, ADAT, Word Clock).

Digital Outputs

Details specifications for digital outputs (AES/EBU, SPDIF, ADAT, Word Clock).

General

Provides general technical specifications like dimensions and weight.

Technical Background

Provides background technical information.

Lock and SyncCheck

Explains digital signal lock and SyncCheck functionality.

Latency and Monitoring

Discusses latency and monitoring aspects of audio processing.

FireWire Audio

Details the technical aspects of FireWire audio implementation.

Number of Channels and Bus Load

Covers channel limits and FireWire bus load considerations.

DS - Double Speed

Explains the Double Speed (DS) operation mode.

QS - Quad Speed

Explains the Quad Speed (QS) operation mode.

AES/EBU - SPDIF

Details the properties of AES/EBU and SPDIF formats.

Noise level in DS / QS Mode

Discusses noise levels in Double/Quad Speed modes.

SteadyClock

Explains the SteadyClock technology for jitter reduction.

Diagrams

Includes diagrams illustrating signal routing and connections.

Block Diagram Fireface 400

Provides a block diagram of the Fireface 400.

Connector Pinouts

Details the pinouts for various connectors.

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