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ICON ProAudio U44 User Manual

Usb2.0 high-speed, 4x4 software controlled audio interface with a large display screen
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4x4 software controlled audio interface with a large display screen
The U44 is a software-controlled, simple to use audio interface packed
with features for your live, karaoke and studio performances.
In addition to great sounding preamps, the U44 boasts impressive
AD/DA conversion rates, (122dB analog to digital conversion/127dB
digital to analog conversion), two Neutrik ®
Combo XLR
Mic/line In
Connectors, and 2 line/inst in 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jacks.
The parameters on the brightly lit, easy to read 7 inch TFT display can
be adjusted via iCON's own ground breaking iO Pro software. 'Set it and
forget it' or tinker to your hearts content! There is no need to remember
your physical knob, button and faders settings - save all your settings as
various 'snapshots' in iO Pro!
All the convenience. All the features. None of the hassle!

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  • Page 1 4x4 software controlled audio interface with a large display screen The U44 is a software-controlled, simple to use audio interface packed with features for your live, karaoke and studio performances. In addition to great sounding preamps, the U44 boasts impressive AD/DA conversion rates, (122dB analog to digital conversion/127dB digital to analog conversion), two Neutrik ®...
  • Page 2 Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions 1. Read this manual thoroughly before using this unit. 2. Keep this manual for future reference. 3. Take notice of and comply with all warnings included in the user's manual or indicated on the appliance.
  • Page 3 Rear Panel....................12 Front Panel .....................14 Hardware Connections ................15 TRS, TS and XLR Connections ..............16 Different types of microphone connection method diagram ....19 UNI OTG Connection ................20 Installing your U44 ..................22 Using your device with iO Pro ..............24 Specifications ..................25 Services ....................26...
  • Page 4 Firstly, congratulations on your purchase of the U44 audio interface! In these pages, you'll find a detailed description of the features of the U44, as well as a guided tour through its top, front and rear panels, step-by-step instructions for their setup and use and a full list of specifications.
  • Page 5 Register your ICON Pro Audio product to your User Center 1. Check the serial number of your device Please go to http:// iconproaudio.com/registration or scan the QR code below. Input your device’s serial number and the other information on the screen. Click “Submit”.
  • Page 6 U44 has you covered! The key feature of the U44 is that it boasts a large display screen and no knobs, no switches, no faders and no dials. Everything is controlled by iCON iO Pro software.
  • Page 7 Mic In 1+2, Line In 3+4, UNI OTG, Headphones 1+2 and Master Out sections are conveniently color-coded for easy visual reference. You will need to connect to your computer to enable the iO Pro software. The U44 is controlled via this software. This is ideal for engineers and studio owners who wish to make all necessary changes via their computer, rather than interact physically with faders, knobs and buttons.
  • Page 8 Features Pt. 2 • 24-Bit 192KHz 4 in 4 out analog audio interface • Software controlled • High-resolution analog mic preamps with 62dB of gain • Excellent sound quality • Digital to Analog conversion: 127 dB • Analog to Digital conversion: 122 dB •...
  • Page 10 Top Panel (Display Screen) All adjustments to parameters are carried out via iCON's iO Pro software. Please ensure this has been successfully downloaded and installed, (Windows users should also ensure the ASIO driver has been installed - this is achieved via the iO Pro installer). 1.
  • Page 11 9. Headphone volume controls Connect one or two pairs of stereo headphones to the two 1/4 inch (6.35mm)jack sockets and adjust the volume with these knobs. 10. Master knob This virtual knob controls the volume of the main output. A Brief Explanation of the Differences Between 'Line in' and 'Instrument Inputs' "Line in"...
  • Page 12 Rear Panel 1. Power switch 2. Power supply connector A +12V DC power supply adapter is required to power the U44 (supplied). (Note: You can purchase replacement power adapters from ICON distributors/ dealers near you or via special order from support.iconproaudio.com) 3.
  • Page 13 These are unbalanced instrument/line inputs and balanced mic level inputs, connected to the U44 pre-amp. These hybrid connectors will accept a standard 3-pin XLR plug or a 1/4 inch (6.35mm) TRS or TS connector. The inner 1/4 inch connector is for line and instrument inputs and the XLR is intended for microphones.
  • Page 14 Front Panel 1. Headphone output These output jacks accept a standard 1/4 inch (6.35mm) stereo TRS headphone connector.
  • Page 15 Hardware Connections Connect the U44 outputs to your amplifier, powered monitors or surround system. If you are monitoring through headphones, connect your headphones to the device’s headphone outputs. Ensure the volume is down or at zero before wearing your headphones.
  • Page 16 TRS, TS and XLR Connections Line outputs are balanced on the U44 device. TRS (balanced) cables should be used for these connections. You will be able to distinguish a ¼ inch (6.35mm) TRS (balanced) cable from a TS (unbalanced) cable by their appearance.
  • Page 17 (+48V) on the outboard equipment rather than your audio device, if using a XLR/¼ inch (6.35mm) combo input on your U44 to connect, (this is a moot point if using a dedicated LINE input as these do not carry phantom power).
  • Page 18 If connecting an external device such as a channel strip to the audio interface using the XLR/¼ inch (6.35mm) combo input, in order that you may complete tasks like perform high pass filters, add compression and coloration using ‘tube’ simulators and so on, you may be concerned that the signal will effectively pass through two preamps, adding unwanted additional signal coloration.
  • Page 19 Different types of microphone connection method diagram Balanced Condenser Microphone (Apollo) Note: For dynamic microphone users, please make sure +48V phantom power switch is “OFF” before you plug in your microphone, otherwise it may cause damage to your microphone.
  • Page 20 6. Check to see if it is receiving audio from the device. You should be able to hear the output of the U44 on your phone/device and/or see the signal of the output (depending on the app you are using).
  • Page 21 7. Start streaming – the audio output from the U44 will be reflected in your broadcast. 8. When you have completed your broadcast, safely eject the U44. You can usually find an option to eject or safely remove USB ‘peripherals’ in the settings or notification panel of your device.
  • Page 22 Installing your U44 To ensure functionality of your U44 for either Mac or Windows, iCON's iO Pro software should be downloaded and installed, as this is where you control the parameters of the device. Please remember to ensure you've connected your device to your computer (PC or Mac) and turned it on.
  • Page 23 Full instructions on how to install iO Pro are in the iO Pro manual which can be found on the product page on the iCON website, (https://iconproaudio.com/). It is also easy to locate within the iO Pro software itself, by selecting HELP and then MANUAL, (which you won't be able to do until you install the software obviously!).
  • Page 24 Every compatible iCON device has its own unique version of iCON iO Pro. Below, we can see the Windows version of the iO Pro software for the U44. Here we can observe the Windows layout for iO Pro;...
  • Page 25 Specifications U44 Technical Specifications Microphone Inputs (XLR - balanced) High Impedance (Hi-Z) Instrument Inputs Analog Line Inputs Four Three (two stereo headphones and one Analog Monitor Outputs (DC coupled) stereo master) Digital Output Port One (USB OTG) Audio to Digital Conversion...
  • Page 26 Headphone Outputs: (Stereo, Unbalanced) Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz (+/-2.5dB) Load Impedance 16 to 600 Ohms +18dBu, no load +18dBu, 600Ohms (7.94Vrms) Maximum Output Levell +16dBu, 100 Ohms (6.3Vrms) +14.6dBu, 32 Ohms (5.4Vrms) +8.6dBu, 16 Ohms (2.7Vrms) Dimensions and Weights 213mm 198mm 46mm...
  • Page 27 Services If your U44 needs servicing, follow these instructions. Check our online Help Center at http://support.iconproaudio.com, for information, knowledge, and downloads such as: 1. FAQ 2. Download 3. Product Registration 4. Video Tutorials Very often you will find solutions on these pages. If you don’t find a solution, create a support ticket at our online Help Center at the link below, and our technical support team will assist you as soon as we can.
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