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Summary of Contents for Focusrite Scarlett 4i4
- Page 1 User Guide focusrite.com Version 2...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Connecting Scarlett 4i4 to loudspeakers ........ -
Page 3: Overview
Although all inputs and outputs on the Scarlett 4i4 are routed directly to and from your DAW for recording and playback, you can configure the routing within the 4i4’s accompanying Focusrite Control application To meet your needs. -
Page 4: Box Contents
Box Contents Along with your Scarlett 4i4 you should have: • USB cable, Type ‘A’ to Type ‘C’ • Getting Started Information (printed inside the box lid) • Important Safety Information System requirements The easiest way to check your computer’s operating system (OS) is compatible with your Scarlett is to use our Help Centre’s compatibility articles:... -
Page 5: Getting Started
With the Third Generation, Scarlett interfaces introduce a new, faster way of getting up and running, using the Scarlett Quick Start tool. All you need to do is connect your Scarlett 4i4 to your computer. Once connected, you will see the device is recognised by your PC or Mac and the Quick Start tool will guide you through the process from there. - Page 6 Double-click on the icon to open the Finder window shown below: Double-click on the “Click Here to Get Started.url” icon. This will redirect you to the Focusrite website, where we recommend you register your device: Click on “Let’s get you started”, and you’ll see a form which will be partly prefilled for you automatically.
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Page 7: Windows Only
Windows only: On connecting your Scarlett 4i4 to your PC, a Scarlett icon will appear on the desktop: (Note that the drive letter may be something other than E:, depending on other devices connected to your PC). Double-click on the pop-up message to open the dialogue box shown below:... - Page 8 Double-click “Click Here to Get Started”. This will redirect you to the Focusrite website, where we recommend you register your device: Click on “Let’s get you started”, and you’ll see a form which will be partly prefilled for you automatically.
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Page 9: All Users
Start mode and unlock the full potential of the interface. Initially, when in Easy Start mode, the interface will function at sample rates up to 48 kHz and the MIDI I/O is disabled. Once Focusrite Control is installed on your computer, you can work at sample rates up to 192 kHz. -
Page 10: Audio Setup In Your Daw
Guide, but both applications include a full set of Help files. Instructions are also available at avid.com ableton.com respectively. Please note - your DAW may not automatically select the Scarlett 4i4 as its default I/O device. Focusrite USB ASIO You must manually select as the driver on your DAW’s Audio Setup* page. -
Page 11: Loopback Inputs
Once the Scarlett 4i4 is set as the preferred Audio Device* in your DAW, Inputs 1 to 4 and Outputs 1 to 4 will appear in your DAW’s Audio I/O preferences. Depending on your DAW, you may need to enable certain inputs or outputs before use. -
Page 12: Examples Of Usage
Examples of Usage The Scarlett 4i4 is an excellent choice for several different recording and monitoring applications. Some typical configurations are shown below. Connecting a microphone or instrument This setup shows a typical setup for recording with DAW software on your computer. You might record guitar through Input 1 and vocals through Input 2 into your DAW, while monitoring the playback from the DAW via headphones or speakers. -
Page 13: Using Direct Monitoring
Input channels 1 and 2 of the Scarlett 4i4 each have a PAD function: when selected from Focusrite Control (PAD illuminates green when active), the signal level fed to your DAW is reduced by 10 dB. - Page 14 In the setup shown in the lower diagram, a small pair of active monitors connected to Outputs 3 and 4 could act as “nearfield” monitors; their volume would either be adjusted locally on the speakers or via Focusrite Control. The volume of the passive main monitors would be adjusted by the front panel MONITOR control.
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Page 15: Creating An Effects Loop
Inputs 3 and 4, as shown below. You can then route the channels from your DAW to outputs 3/4. In Focusrite Control route Software Playback 3/4 to line outputs 3/4 and the signal will be sent to the compressor. We have omitted the front panel connections in this example for clarity. -
Page 16: Connecting Scarlett 4I4 To A Dj Mixer
Level control to maximum, otherwise Outputs 1 and 2 will be at a lower level than Outputs 3 and 4. Note that although the outputs of the Scarlett 4i4 are balanced, they can be connected to an unbalanced input using a cable fitted with a ¼” TS jack. Most DJ mixers will have unbalanced inputs using phono... -
Page 17: Hardware Features
4. INST – two red LEDs; illuminate when Instrument mode is selected for Inputs 1 or 2 from Focusrite Control; gain is set to suit instrument signals. When INST is off, the ¼” jack input is configured to accept a line level signal, e.g., from a keyboard, synth module or FX unit. -
Page 18: Back Panel
The Scarlett 4i4 provides a convenient MIDI interface with your DAW, making a computer MIDI card unnecessary. USB 2.0 port – Type C connector; connect to your computer with cable supplied. 17. K (Kensington security lock) – secure your Scarlett 4i4 to a suitable structure if desired. -
Page 19: Channel Listings
CHANNEL LISTINGS The tables below summarise how the Scarlett 4i4’s inputs and outputs will correspond to the input and output channels in your chosen DAW. 4i4 Hardware Inputs Input 44 .1/48 kHz 88 .2/96 kHz 176 .4/192 kHz Ch 1... -
Page 20: Performance Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Performance Specifications All performance figures measured in accordance with the provisions of AES17, as applicable. Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz Custom Mixes 6 mono Maximum custom mix inputs 8 mono Microphone Inputs Dynamic Range 111 dB (A-weighted) -
Page 21: Physical And Electrical Characteristics
XLR “Combo” type: Mic/Line/Inst on front panel Mic/Line switching Automatic Line/Instrument switching Selected per channel via Focusrite Control 10 dB attenuation, selected per channel via Focusrite Control Shared +48 V phantom power switch for Inputs 1 & 2 Phantom power (XLR connections only) AIR function Selected per channel via Focusrite Control Analogue Inputs 3 &... - Page 22 Front Panel Indicators USB power Green LED Gain Halos Tri-colour LED rings ( with GAIN controls) Phantom power Red LED Instrument mode 2 x red LEDs AIR mode 2 x amber LEDs Pad active 2 x green LEDs MIDI data received Green LED Weight and Dimensions 185 mm x 47.5 mm x 119.7 mm...
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Page 23: Troubleshooting
COPYRIGHT AND LEGAL NOTICES Full Terms and Conditions of the Warranty can be found at focusrite.com/warranty. Focusrite is a registered trade mark and Scarlett 4i4 is a trade mark of Focusrite Audio Engineering Limited. All other trade marks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
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