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- Page 1 EASY F Audio Interface USER’S MANUAL ENGLISH...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS shall be placed on the apparatus. The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. Warning can be easily accessible. 1. Read these instructions before operating this apparatus. CAUTION 2. Keep these instructions for future reference. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 3. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
EASY F USER’S MANUAL CONTENTS INTRODUCTION FEATURES INCLUDED ITEMS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS QUICK INSTALLATION (WINDOWS) QUICK INSTALLATION (MAC) PRODUCT OVERVIEW EASY FIREWIRE CONTROL PANEL DIGITAL AUDIO WORKSTATION TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS BLOCK DIAGRAM DISPOSAL FEB, 2009... -
Page 4: Introduction
This user’s manual was created with the express purpose of creating an easy reference guide for operating the Easy FireWire. It is recommended that you read the manual before operating the unit then store the manual for future reference. -
Page 5: Quick Installation (Windows)
4. When instructed to ‘disconnect and reconnect’ the Easy FireWire, connect the unit to the computer and turn the power is on. 5. Finalize the installation process. QUICK INSTALLATION (MAC) The Easy FireWire operates as a plug-and-play device with Macintosh computers. Simply connect the Easy FireWire to your Mac through the FireWire connection and it should be immediately recognized by the Mac. To ensure your Easy FireWire is working, enter the Utilities folder and double-click the Audio MIDI Setup icon. Here you should be able to select the Easy FireWire as your default audio input and output device. -
Page 6: Product Overview
EASY F USER’S MANUAL PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1. 1/4” TRS Inputs Connect your balanced line-level input signals here using 1/4” TRS phone jack plugs. The signals from these connections are sent through the FireWire interface to the computer for recording. 2. 1/4” TRS Outputs These jacks accept 1/4” TRS phone jack connectors and are for the output of balanced line-level signals. The signal sent through these outputs is taken from the FireWire interface. -
Page 7: Easy Firewire Control Panel
7. DC Power Input Connect the Easy FireWire’s DC power supply here. EASY F CONTROL PANEL Using the Easy FireWire control panel, users can adjust various properties of their FireWire audio signals. The control panel is currently only available on PC computers. Devices: In the Devices section, users are able to view and edit the name of the Easy FireWire when it is connected to the computer. - Page 8 FireWire input. Output Channels: By entering the Output Channels section, users can view and edit the names of the two output channels from the computer to the Easy FireWire.
- Page 9 EASY F USER’S MANUAL When setting up inputs and outputs in your DAW software, the Easy FireWire inputs and outputs will appear as follows. Unit Input ASIO display name Unit Output ASIO display name Input 1 EasyFW – Line In 1 Output 1 EasyFW – Line Out 1 Input 2 EasyFW – Line In 2 Output 2 EasyFW – Line Out 2 Synchronization: In the Synchronization section, users can adjust the sampling rate (between 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96 kHz) and other synchronization properties. These properties are set for optimum performance and, unless you are an experienced user, are probably best left alone.
- Page 10 The Stream Buffer Depth is adjustable between 0.5 and 20 milliseconds. It adjusts the buffer used when streaming a signal from the Easy FireWire. If the depth is set too high, an obvious latency will become evident. If the depth is too low, various clicks and pops may become evident. It is best to set the Stream Buffer Depth to a level that...
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Page 11: Digital Audio Workstation
EASY F USER’S MANUAL Streams: In the Streams section, the Easy FireWire device properties can be viewed. Each input and output stream can be scrutinized, and the isochronous stream number, and its supported sampling rates, can be viewed. DIGITAL AUDIO WORKSTATION The Swissonic Easy FireWire’s ASIO driver is compatible with the most popular DAW software, including (but definitely not limited to) Steinberg Cubase, Steinberg Nuendo, Cakewalk Sonar, Sony Sound Forge and Apple’s Logic Pro. To activate the Easy FireWire in your... -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
EASY F USER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Driver won’t install ● Be sure not to connect the Easy FireWire until the installation instructs you ‘disconnect and reconnect’ the unit. ● Uninstall any previously installed driver. Even an unsuccessful installation attempt may have installed the control panel, so check the “Install/Uninstall Programs” menu in the Control Panel. -
Page 13: Specifications
EASY F USER’S MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS Inputs (1 & 2) 2 x 1/4" TRS, Bal. Outputs (1 & 2) 2 x 1/4" TRS, Bal. Phones Output 1 x 1/4" TRS, Bal. FireWire Interface 2 in & 2 out, 24-bit / 96 kHz Control Volume Controls Rotary Phones Level Control Frequency Response (Input to output) 20Hz ~ 20KHz +0/-1 dB S/N ratio <-88 dBu THD+N (Any output, 1KHz @ 0dBu, <0.05% 20Hz to 20KHz, channel inputs) Maximum Level Input +16.1 dBu Output +6 dBu Phone Output +2 dBu/100 ohm (1/100W) Impedance Input 10 K ohms Output 100 ohms Phones... -
Page 14: Block Diagram
EASY F USER’S MANUAL BLOCK DIAGRAM... -
Page 15: Disposal
EASY F USER’S MANUAL DISPOSAL Do not dispose of the device at the end of his operating life in your normal domestic waste. This device is subject to the European Guidelines 2002/96/EC. • Have the product disposed of by a professional disposal company of by your communal disposal facility. • Observe the currently applicable regulations. In case of doubt contact your disposal facility. •... - Page 16 Contact: Musikhaus Thomann Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany www.thomann.de...
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