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WELCOME & THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing this Audient product! iD4 is the culmination of years of experience in high performance analogue and digital circuit design, delivering the audio performance of a large format recording console in a compact and elegant desktop package. iD4 provides a single world-class Audient console mic pre, JFET D.I, class leading converter technology, console style monitor control, and our virtual scroll wheel technology ScrollControl .
CONTENTS iD4 Overview 1 Safety Information 2 Declaration of Conformities 4 5 Mac Installation 6 Windows Installation 7 iOS Installation 9 Product Registration 10 Firmware Update 10 11 Microphone & Line Input 12 Instrument Input 13 Loudspeaker Outputs 13 Headphone Outputs 13 Monitor Control 14 Volume Encoder 14 Monitor Mix 14 Monitor Pan 15 MUTE Speakers 15 iD Button 16 Metering 16 Status LED 16 Kensington Lock 16 17 Sample Rate 18 B
ID4 OVERVIEW Phantom Power Indicator USB Status LED Meters Channel 1 Mic Preamp Gain Monitor Mix Volume Encoder Channel 2 D.I Gain Speaker Mute Button USB 2.0 D.I Instrument Input Speaker Outputs iD Button Phantom Power Swich 3.5mm Headphone Output Mic / Line Input 6.
SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Instructions Please read all of these instructions and save them for later reference before connecting the USB cable and powering up iD4. iD4 itself does not operate with any high voltage mains supply inside the unit but appropriate safety measures should still be adhered to prevent electrical shock and fire hazards. In the event of a unit failure, do not attempt to open the iD4 yourself.
SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITIES FCC Part 15B This apparatus has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a class-A digital device, pursuant to Part 15B of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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MAC INSTALLATION System Requirements • • OS X/macOS : 10.7.5 (Lion) or later Mac: Intel CPU, 1GB RAM Minimum 1. Connect iD4 Using the USB cable provided, connect iD4 to a USB port on your Mac. USB 2. Check Connectivity Once connected to your computer and powered on, the green status LED on iD4 will illuminate. If at any time the status LED turns off during normal operation please check all connections and if further problems develop please contact Audient support. 3.
WINDOWS INSTALLATION Windows System Requirements: • • • Windows 7 or later (32 or 64 bit) Intel Core 2 @ 1.6 GHz, or AMD equivalent 1 GB RAM Minimum 1. Download the iD Drivers Head to our website for the latest version of our iD Windows Installer: audient.com/id4-downloads 2. Connect iD4 Using the USB cable provided, connect iD4 to your computer’s USB port. 3. Run iD Driver Setup Double click on the installer to run the iD mixer setup and follow the onscreen instructions. 4.
WINDOWS INSTALLATION 5. Check Connectivity iD Icon Once connected to your computer and powered on, the green status LED on iD4 will illuminate. If at any time the status LED turns off during normal operation please check all connections and if further problems develop, please contact Audient Support. Once the iD app is installed, the iD icon will be visible in the Windows System Tray (it may be in the hidden icons area).
IOS INSTALLATION iOS System Requirements: • • • Device running iOS 6 or later Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter USB 2.0 Powered Hub A driver is not needed for iOS operation, however a powered USB hub must be used (as an iPad or iPhone cannot power iD4), along with a “Camera Adapter” cable, which can be purchased from Apple directly or other third party manufacturers. Other devices such as MIDI keyboards may be plugged into the USB hub along with iD4, giving you even more functionality. 1.
REGISTRATION AND FIRMWARE UPDATE Registration Windows By registering your iD4, you will be notified when new versions of firmware are made available via email. These firmware updates allow us to improve iD4’s performance and even potentially features. To register your iD4, please go to: For regular Windows operation, the iD app must be running, therefore when a firmware update is available you will be notified. To check manually, right click on the iD icon in the system tray and select Check for Updates.
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HARDWARE FEATURES Microphone Preamplifier & Line Input iD4 features a single classic Audient microphone preamplifier. This preamp is based on designs from Audient’s classic consoles and are the same that are used across our entire product range. The design features discrete, Class-A circuitry providing exceedingly low distortion and noise performance. From a sonic point of view, iD4 is fast, open and detailed.
HARDWARE FEATURES D.I Input Loudspeaker Outputs iD4 uses a discrete Class-A JFET instrument (D.I) input on channel 2, which is easily accessible at the front of the unit. The D.I input is perfect for plugging in electric or electro-acoustic guitars, as well as basses and even synthesisers. The JFET circuitry adds a tiny bit of colour and distortion to the signal, giving your instruments a bit of added warmth. iD4 has stereo speaker outputs on the back panel in the form of balanced TRS jack connectors.
HARDWARE FEATURES Monitor Control Volume Encoder The Volume encoder allows you to change the volume of the audio for both the speaker and headphone outputs. Pressing the encoder will dim the audio, dropping the level by 15 dB, useful if you want to quickly turn down the level to your speakers/headphones without losing your listening level. As you adjust the volume level, the main meters will change to show the level you are setting it to, before changing back to show the output level.
HARDWARE FEATURES Monitor Pan iD4’s Monitor Pan feature enables you to pan both the mic pre and DI input from left to right, making it easy to create a balanced headphone mix that suits you. Press and hold the Mute and iD buttons whilst turning the Volume Encoder to pan the inputs. Twisting clockwise pans channel 1 left and channel 2 right, while twisting anti-clockwise pans channel 1 right and channel 2 left. Pressing the encoder whilst holding the Mute and iD button will reset the pan.
HARDWARE FEATURES iD Button Pressing the iD button will activate ScrollControl, which allows the encoder to be used as a scroll wheel for your computer. This works well for controlling plugin parameters and adding automation in a more hands on way. Status LED The Status LED indicates connection via USB to your device. A solidly lit light means that there is stable communication between iD4 and the device.
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GENERAL OPERATION This next section will give some insight on how to get the most out of iD4, and some of the different settings and options you have available to you when using it. Sample Rate When starting a new project, it is important to consider the sample rate you are using. The sample rate dicates how many times a second the level of the incoming audio is measured (sampled), which allows continuous analogue audio to be represented digitally as a series of 0s and 1s. 44.
GENERAL OPERATION macOS The buffer size is selected from within your DAW, most likely in an audio settings or preferences menu. iOS * Setting buffer size on macOS in Logic Pro X The location of the buffer size setting (or having a setting at all) is dependant on the app that you are using. Generally it will be found in the app’s preferences/settings menu, or alternatively by finding the app, in the iOS settings app. Windows On Windows, buffer size needs to be selected in the iD app before the DAW.
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LOGIC PRO SETUP Operation with Logic Pro With iD4 plugged into your Mac, launch Logic Pro and ensure that iD4 is selected as your Input and Output Device: If you are opening an existing session, iD4’s sample rate will automatically change to match the project. If you are starting a new session, be sure to select the appropriate sample rate found in: Logic Pro > Preferences > Audio File > Project Settings > Audio Once iD4 is selected as your device, set the appropriate buffer size for your session.
PRO TOOLS SETUP Operation with Pro Tools If using Windows, ensure that you have followed the installation instructions found on page 6. With iD4 connected, launch Pro Tools and ensure that a new session is created at the desired sample rate. If you are using Windows, make sure that you have already set your Latency and Buffer Size settings in the iD System Tray before opening a project. Changing these mid session will result in Pro Tools needing to restart. Go to Setup > I/O...
CUBASE/NUENDO SETUP Operation with Cubase / Nuendo If using Windows, ensure that you have followed the installation instructions found on page 6. With iD4 plugged into your computer, launch Cubase or Nuendo and head straight for the Devices Menu: Devices > Device Setup... Select VST Audio System in the devices menu. Ensure that Audient iD4 is selected as the audio device. You will be asked if this is OK, select ‘switch’. Select Audient iD4 in the devices menu, here you will see the main iD4 information.
ABLETON LIVE SETUP Operation with Ableton Live If using Windows, ensure that you have followed the installation instructions found on page 6. With iD4 plugged into your computer, launch Ableton Live and head straight to: Live > Preferences > Audio In the Audio tab make sure that iD4 is assigned as the playback device. you can also select the appropriate sample rate for your project, as well as the buffer size.
TROUBLESHOOTING & FAQ Troubleshooting • “The unit will not power on” Double check that the USB cable is plugged in firmly. If it still won’t power on, try using a different USB port on your computer and possibly a different USB cable. If you are using a USB hub, try plugging iD4 directly into the computer. • “I get clicks and pops on DAW playback” This is most likely to do with setting the buffer size too low for your computer.
TROUBLESHOOTING & FAQ FAQs • “I keep getting loud feedback in my speakers” This is most likely caused by monitoring your microphone input while your speakers are on in the same room. Please make sure that you either move the monitor mix knob all the way to DAW if you aren’t wanting to monitor your input, or if you are, simply press the MUTE Speakers button and listen on headphones.
SPECIFICATIONS MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER: (measurement includes ADC signal path) MIC GAIN: LINE GAIN: PHANTOM POWER: MIC EIN: CMRR: MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL: INPUT IMPEDANCE (Mic): INPUT IMPEDANCE (Line): FREQUENCY RESPONSE: CROSSTALK: THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz): SNR: XLR COMBI FEMALE: 1/4” TRS JACK: D.I / INSTRUMENT INPUT: (Channel 2) D.I GAIN: MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL: INPUT IMPEDANCE: FREQUENCY RESPONSE: THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz): SNR: 1/4” TS JACK: -5 to 35dB +8 dBu (0.
DIMENSIONS 133mm 120mm Weight: 1.0 kg 133mm 40.7mm 61.1mm 62.1mm NEUTRIK Weight: 1.
WARRANTY Warranty Statement Your iD4 comes with a manufacturer’s warranty for one year (12 months) from the date of despatch to the end user. The warranty covers faults due to defective materials used in manufacture and faulty workmanship only. During the warranty period Audient will repair at its discretion or replace the faulty unit provided it is returned carriage paid to an authorised Audient service centre.
SERVICE Service Information iD4 contains no user-serviceable components, please refer to qualified service personnel for diagnosis and repair. Your warranty will be void if you tamper with the device at component level. If you have any questions with regard to the repair, please contact Audient Ltd. If your unit is in warranty, please contact your dealer directly for a repair or replacement (at the discretion of the dealer).
