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  • Page 1 24c Audio Interface and Production Controller Owner’s Manual ® English www.presonus.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Introduction — 1 Bypass — 25 What’s in the Box? — 2 Cubase / Nuendo (MCU) — 26 What’s in your My PreSonus Account — 3 Getting Started — 26 Firmware Updates — 3 Channel Strip — 28 Hookup — 5 Transport Controls —...

  • Page 3: Overview

    Please see Section 10.1 for applications not listed in the Table of Contents. Throughout this manual, you will find Power User Tips that can quickly make you an ioStation 24c expert and help you get the most out of your investment.

  • Page 4: What's In The Box

    Overview ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers What’s in the Box? Owner’s Manual What’s in the Box? Your ioStation 24c package contains the following: ioStation 24c audio interface/production controller Quick Start Guide Getting Started • Erste Schritte • Cómo empezar • Pour commencer • 开始...

  • Page 5: What's In Your My Presonus Account

    What’s in your My PreSonus Account Owner’s Manual What’s in your My PreSonus Account Once you register your ioStation 24c , you will be able to download the following: Studio One Artist recording software and content Universal Control (necessary for firmware updates) Visit http://my.presonus.com...
  • Page 6 This process can take up to five minutes. At the end of the firmware update, you will be prompted to reboot your ioStation 24c. Once rebooted, your ioStation 24c fader may require recalibration. This is an automated process. Do not interfere with or interrupt the fader calibration process.

  • Page 7: Hookup

    Headphone Output. The rear-panel headphone output mirrors the same streams as the Main left/right outputs. Main Outs. These are the Main outputs for the ioStation 24c. The output level of the Main outputs is controlled by the Main level control on the front of the unit. Playback streams 1 and 2 are routed to these outputs.

  • Page 8: Top-Panel

    XLR connector wiring for phantom power: Pin 1 = GND Pin 2 = +48V Pin 3 = +48V Sync LED. This light indicates if your ioStation 24c is in sync with your computer. When no sync is available, this light will flash red.

  • Page 9: Connection Diagram

    Headphone Level. This knob controls the level of the rear panel headphone output. Main. The main knob controls the output level for the main left/right outputs on the back of your ioStation 24c and has a range of -80 dB to 0 dB. This control provides attenuation only.

  • Page 10: Connecting To A Computer

    Installation for Windows Download the Universal Control installer from your MyPreSonus account. Connect your ioStation 24c to an available USB C, 2.0, or 3.0 port and launch the installer. The installer will take you through each step of the installation process. This application will install the ASIO and WDM drivers, as well as Universal Control.
  • Page 11 If you begin to hear pops, clicks, or distortion in your audio path, try raising the buffer size. Loopback (Windows only). The ioStation 24c ASIO driver provides two loopback streams to record audio from one application to another.

  • Page 12: Installation For Windows

    Recording a vocal in real time over a karaoke track played from a web browser or media player. Power User Tip: Because the ioStation 24c is a class compliant Core Audio device, these virtual streams are not available in macOS. However, there are several third-party applications that provide this functionality in macOS.

  • Page 13: Installation For Macos

    6. You will be asked if you’d like to relaunch Logic. Click “try (re)launch. ” 7. Your ioStation 24c features custom I/O labels for faster work flow. To enable these labels for use in Logic, go to Options | Audio | I/O Labels.
  • Page 14 2. Got to Setup | Hardware and select your ioStation 24c from the Peripherals list. Click OK. 3. Go to Setup | Playback Engine and select your ioStation 24c from the menu at the top of the window. Click OK.

  • Page 15: Studio One

    Getting Started Owner’s Manual Studio One Getting Started By default, your ioStation 24c is configured for Studio One. No further device setup Studio One is required. If you have changed the ioStation’s Operation Mode and would like to return to using it with Studio One, press and hold the NEXT button while powering on, then press the Solo button to enable Studio One.

  • Page 16: Channel Strip

    24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Channel Strip Owner’s Manual Set the Send To and Receive From fields to “ioStation 24c” Your ioStation 24c is now ready for use. Channel Strip 1. Arm. Pressing the Arm button will allow you to arm track for recording the currently selected track in Studio One.

  • Page 17: The Session Navigator

    Click to enable F2 User function. See Section 4.4.1 for details. 4. Channel. Encoder controls individual channel scrolling. Navigation buttons adjust the currently visible fader on the ioStation 24c by one channel. Press SHIFT + Channel to lock the channel controls to the currently selected track.

  • Page 18: F1-F4 Functions

    SHIFT + Marker to enable F4 User function. See Section 4.4.1 for details. F1-F4 Functions 4.4.1 Using Shift plus the lower four Session Navigator button will access alternate functions for your ioStation 24c. By default, these are assigned as follows: • F1. Open Inspector •...

  • Page 19: Control Link

    Studio One ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Control Link Owner’s Manual Control Link Click on the pull-down menu in the Control Link display to launch the ioStation 24c editor window. Right-click on any ioStation 24ccontrol and select “Assign...

  • Page 20: Pro Tools (Hui)

    Owner’s Manual Pro Tools (HUI) Getting Started By default, the ioStation 24c is in Studio One operation mode. To switch to Pro Tools ProTools (HUI) operation, press and hold the NEXT button while powering on your ioStation 24c, then press the Touch button to enable Pro Tools (HUI) operation.

  • Page 21: Channel Strip

    Pro Tools (HUI) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Channel Strip Owner’s Manual Channel Strip 1. Arm. Pressing the Arm button will allow you to arm the currently selected track for recording. Press with SHIFT to arm all tracks for recording.

  • Page 22: The Session Navigator

    Pro Tools (HUI) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers The Session Navigator Owner’s Manual The Session Navigator The Session Navigator provides quick navigation and session controls. Each button alters the functions of the push-button encoder and the Next and Prev buttons on either side.

  • Page 23: Logic (Mcu)

    Owner’s Manual Logic (MCU) Getting Started By default, the ioStation 24c is in Studio One operation mode. To switch to Logic (MCU) Logic operation, press and hold the NEXT button while powering on your ioStation 24c, then press the Mute button to enable Logic (MCU) operation.
  • Page 24 6. Click Add. 7. Right-click on the Mackie Control in the Control Surface Setup and select Show/Hide Inspector. 8. In the Inspector, set the Input and Output ports to “ioStation 24c. ” Your ioStation 24c is now ready to use. Enjoy!

  • Page 25: Channel Strip

    Logic (MCU) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Channel Strip Owner’s Manual Channel Strip 1. Arm. Pressing the Arm button will allow you to arm the currently selected track for recording. Press with SHIFT to arm all tracks for recording.

  • Page 26: The Session Navigator

    Logic (MCU) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers The Session Navigator Owner’s Manual The Session Navigator The Session Navigator provides quick navigation and session controls. Each button alters the functions of the push-button encoder and the Next and Prev buttons on either side.

  • Page 27: Bypass

    Logic (MCU) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Automation Controls Owner’s Manual Automation Controls 1. Touch / Latch. Engages Touch Automation on the currently selected track. Press the SHIFT and Touch buttons simultaneously to engage Latch Automation on the currently selected track.

  • Page 28: Cubase / Nuendo (Mcu)

    Cubase / Nuendo (MCU) operation. Once you have connected your ioStation 24c to your computer, launch Cubase or Nuendo to set up the ioStation 24c as a Mackie Control Universal device. 1. Go to Studio | Studio Setup.
  • Page 29 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Getting Started Owner’s Manual 4. Set the MIDI Input and Output to “ioStation 24c. ” 5. Click “Apply. ” 6. Select MIDI Port Setup and make sure that “In All MIDI” box is unchecked and then click “OK. ”...

  • Page 30: Channel Strip

    Cubase / Nuendo (MCU) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Channel Strip Owner’s Manual Channel Strip 1. Arm. Pressing the Arm button will allow you to arm the currently selected track for recording. Press with SHIFT to arm all tracks for recording.

  • Page 31: The Session Navigator

    Cubase / Nuendo (MCU) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers The Session Navigator Owner’s Manual The Session Navigator The Session Navigator provides quick navigation and session controls. Each button alters the functions of the push-button encoder and the Next and Prev buttons on either side.

  • Page 32: Automation Controls

    Cubase / Nuendo (MCU) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Automation Controls Owner’s Manual Automation Controls 1. Touch / Latch. Press Touch to open the dialog prompt in Cubase to revert to the last saved version of your session.

  • Page 33: Live (Mcu)

    Owner’s Manual Live (MCU) Getting Started By default, the ioStation 24c is in Studio One operation mode. To switch to Live (MCU) Live operation, press and hold the NEXT button while powering on your ioStation 24c, then press the Arm button to enable Live (MCU) operation.
  • Page 34 Live (MCU) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Channel Strip Owner’s Manual Channel Strip 1. Arm. Pressing the Arm button will allow you to arm the currently selected track. Press with SHIFT to arm the currently focused bank of tracks for recording.
  • Page 35 Live (MCU) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers The Session Navigator Owner’s Manual The Session Navigator The Session Navigator provides quick navigation and session controls. Each button alters the functions of the push-button encoder and the Next and Prev buttons on either side.

  • Page 36: Bypass

    Live (MCU) ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Automation Controls Owner’s Manual Automation Controls 1. Touch / Latch. Press to Show/Hide Browser. 2. Write / Trim. Press to toggle Clip and Device views. 3. Read / Off. Press to toggle Session and Arrangement views.

  • Page 37: Studio One Artist Quick Start

    Studio One Artist provides you with all of the tools necessary to capture and mix a great performance. Power User Tip: As a valued PreSonus customer, you are eligible for a discount upgrade to Studio One Professional. For more details on the Studio One upgrade program for PreSonus customers, please visit https://shop.presonus.com/products/software/studio-...

  • Page 38: Setting Up Studio One

    Select the content you wish to add and click “Install. ” The content will automatically begin to download and install from your MyPreSonus user account. Power User Tip: You may be prompted to enter your My PreSonus user account information. Clicking “Remember Credentials” will allow you to have immediate access to any content you purchase from the PreSonus Marketplace.

  • Page 39: Configuring Audio Devices

    From the External Devices window in Studio One Artist, you can configure your ioStation 24c, MIDI keyboard controller, sound modules, and control surfaces. This section will guide you through setting up your ioStation 24c as well as MIDI keyboard controllers and sound modules. Please consult the Reference Manual located within Studio One for complete setup instructions for other MIDI devices.
  • Page 40 1. Click on the Configure External Devices link in the Setup area on the Start page to launch the External Devices window. 2. Click the Add button. This will launch the Add Device window. 3. From the menu on the left, click on the PreSonus folder and select “ioStation 24c. ”...
  • Page 41 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Setting Up Studio One Owner’s Manual In the Receive From and Send To drop-down menus, select “ioStation 24c. ” 4. Click “OK. ” Setting up a MIDI Keyboard controller A MIDI keyboard controller is a hardware device that is generally used for playing and controlling other MIDI devices, virtual instruments, and software parameters.
  • Page 42 Studio One Artist Quick Start ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Setting Up Studio One Owner’s Manual 2. From the menu on the left, select your MIDI controller from the list of manufacturers and models. If you do not see your MIDI controller listed, select New Keyboard.
  • Page 43 Studio One Artist Quick Start ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Setting Up Studio One Owner’s Manual 1. In the External Devices window, click the Add button. 2. Select your device in the menu on the left. If your device is not listed, select New Instrument.

  • Page 44: Creating A New Song

    Studio One Artist Quick Start ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Creating a New Song Owner’s Manual Creating a New Song Now that you’ve configured your audio and MIDI devices, let’s create a new Song. We’ll start by setting up your default audio I/O.

  • Page 45: Configuring Your Audio I/O

    Studio One Artist Quick Start ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Creating a New Song Owner’s Manual Configuring Your Audio I/O 9.3.1 1. Click on Song | Song Setup to set your sample rate and resolution and configure your audio I/O.

  • Page 46: Creating Audio And Instrument

    Studio One Artist Quick Start ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Creating a New Song Owner’s Manual 4. Click on the Outputs tabs to enable any or all of the outputs on your audio interface. In the lower right corner, you will see the Audition Select menu.

  • Page 47: Tracks

    Studio One Artist Quick Start ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Creating a New Song Owner’s Manual Folder. This track helps you to manage your session as well as to quickly edit multiple tracks at once. Power User Tip: If you would like to add an audio track for each of the available inputs, go to Track | Add Tracks for All Inputs.

  • Page 48: Adding Virtual Instruments And Effects

    Studio One Artist Quick Start ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Creating a New Song Owner’s Manual Adding Virtual Instruments and Effects 9.3.4 You can add plug-ins and instruments to your Song by dragging-and-dropping them from the browser. You can also drag an effect or group of effects from one channel to another, drag in customized effects chains, and instantly load your favorite virtual-instrument preset without ever scrolling through a menu.
  • Page 49 Studio One Artist Quick Start ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers Creating a New Song Owner’s Manual Drag-and-Drop Audio and MIDI Files Audio and MIDI files can be quickly located, auditioned, and imported into your Song by dragging them from the file browser into the Arrange view.

  • Page 50: Appendix

    24c’s control performance may vary depending your DAW’s MCU implementation. Others Studio One. If “ioStation 24c” is listed as a supported device by your DAW, it has been integrated into your application using the Studio One native protocol.

  • Page 51: 10.2.2 Fader

    Appendix ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers 10.2 ioStation 24c MIDI Protocol Owner’s Manual 10.2.2 Fader Use MIDI pitch bend message to transmit fader moves and receive fader positions. Channel 0 is used to address the fader. Faders Received...
  • Page 52 Appendix ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers 10.2 ioStation 24c MIDI Protocol Owner’s Manual Button and LED ID Tables: Channel Strip Controls Button Label ID (Hex) LED Type Bypass Solo Mute Fader Touch SHIFT Session Navigator Button Label ID (Hex)
  • Page 53 © 2020 PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved. FaderPort, FireStudio, and PreSonus are trademarks or registered trademarks of PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc. Studio One is a registered trademarks of PreSonus Software Ltd. Mac and macOS are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc., in the U.S. and other countries. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft, Inc., in the U.S.
  • Page 54 24c Audio Interface and Production Controller Owner’s Manual 18011 Grand Bay Ct. • Baton Rouge, ® Louisiana 70809 USA• 1-225-216-7887 Part# 70-52000148-A www.presonus.com...

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