Configuring The 96I I/O In Pro Tools - DigiDesign 96i I/O Manual

preamp or D.I.
Figure 2. 96i I/O studio setup with a mixing console
Connection Tips
Connect digital recorders such as CD and DAT
recorders using the S/PDIF RCA outputs on the
96i I/O.
Inputs 1–4 offer the greatest amount of sensi-
tivity adjustment, so use these inputs for low-
level signals from less powerful devices (such as
older keyboards, samplers, and sound modules).
Use inputs 5–16 for professional grade devices
with higher output levels.
Consider connecting the 96i I/O to a high-
quality patch bay for the greatest flexibility. A
patch bay will let you quickly route signals to in-
puts 1–4 or 5–16 as needed; use inputs 1–4 when
you need the most control over input levels. Use
inputs 5–16 for all other input needs.
12 96i I/O Guide
INPUTS 1-4
SW CTRL GAIN
to 96i I/O inputs 1–16
Low-level sources channel outputs
to inputs 1–4
Synths,
sound
modules,
and other
to mixer
inputs
INPUTS 5-16 OUTPUT
+4dBu/–12dBV +4dBu/–10dBV
96i I/O Out 1–2
Main
Outs
Tape
returns
or inputs
Sends and Returns
Effects Devices
Configuring the 96i I/O in
Pro Tools
Configuring the 96i I/O with Pro Tools includes
adjusting input and output gain, and selecting
(or deselecting) S/PDIF input.
The 96i I/O, when correctly connected, is auto-
matically recognized by Pro Tools when it
launches. 96i I/O settings are configured in the
Hardware Setup window.
To configure the 96i I/O in Pro Tools:
Choose Setups > Hardware.
1
Configure the Hardware Setup parameters for
2
the 96i I/O.
• For input gain, see "Adjusting 96i I/O In-
put and Output Levels" on page 13.
Monitoring System
Monitor
Outs