MobilePre USB User’s Guide
Quick Start Guide This Quick Start Guide is a very short, step-by-step guide to getting you started right away at using your new M-Audio MobilePre USB. Step 1: Run the Installer Insert the included Install CD-ROM into your CD or DVD drive and double-click the install program. Follow the onscreen instructions. Depending on your operating system, you may be prompted to restart your computer at the end of the installation procedure. If the installer instructs you to restart, you must restart your computer.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the MobilePre USB by M-Audio. MobilePre USB is your audio upgrade for any PC or Macintosh computer*, utilizing the convenience of your computer’s USB port—no tools, computer disassembly, or power supply is needed; In fact, the MobilePre USB is also class-compliant on Windows XP & Mac OS X 10.2.6 & higher, so no driver installation is necessary—just Plug and Play.
System Requirements The MobilePre USB has been designed to work with Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, or XP and Mac OS 9.2.2 or OS X 10.1.5 and Jaguar (10.2.2). Specific requirements include: Windows PC: Minimum Required— • • • • • 350 MHz Pentium II 64MB RAM CD-ROM Drive Native USB 1.
Software Setup Your MobilePre USB comes with driver software that allows it to communicate with your computer’s operating system: Windows or Mac OS. Please skip to your computer’s operating system in this section and follow those instructions. IMPORTANT NOTE: Your MobilePre USB provides a USB connector which accepts the standard USB cable supplied with the unit. You should install the software drivers, as described below, BEFORE connecting the MobilePre USB to your computer.
5. The CD performance enhancements page will then appear. Click “Next.” 6. The installation program will now prompt you of a successful hardware installation. Click “Finish” and restart your computer. 7. After restarting your computer, Windows will tell you that your hardware has not passed Windows Logo testing. Go ahead and click “ContinueAnyway,” to finish the installation. 8.
Windows 2000 1. Place the M-Audio Drivers Software CD in your CD-ROM Drive. 2. Launch the MobilePre USB Installer.exe program. 3. Close all other running applications, as directed by the first screen that appears. 4. Direct X 8.1 or greater must be installed on your computer. If this software has not been previously installed, the installer program will prompt you to do so. If you have been presented with this request, click “Next” to install or upgrade Direct X now. 5.
7. Click “Yes” to continue. 8. Click “Next,” twice. 9. Click “Finish” on the next screen appearing.This will cause Windows to restart your computer.
10. You may now connect the MobilePre USB to your computer (refer to the Hardware Installation section of this manual for instructions). 11. After your computer restarts, you will be prompted with a note about “Digital Signature not found.” Click “Yes” to continue. Windows ME 1. 2. 3. 4. Place the M-Audio Drivers Software CD in your CD-ROM Drive. Launch the MobilePre USB Installer.exe program. Close all other running applications,as directed by the first screen that appears. Direct X 8.
5. Your MobilePre USB must be disconnected from your computer’s USB bus, before continuing (if you just finished installing Direct X, your computer will have restarted, and a reminder to disconnect the MobilePre USB will follow). If it is currently connected, disconnect it now. 6. The MobilePre USB install screen will now appear.Click “Next” to continue. 7. A screen appears that displays checked boxes for Digital Audio and DMA transfer. Click “Next” to continue.
8. The installation program will inform you of a successful hardware installation. Click “Next. 9. This next screen explains that your computer now needs to be restarted. Make sure that the box labeled,“Yes…” is checked, then click “Finish” to continue restarting. NOTE: If you un-check the box labeled, “Yes…” you will again, with a new screen, be prompted to restart. This is because DMA Mode has been enabled. 10.
Windows 98 SE 1. Place the M-Audio Drivers Software CD in your CD-ROM Drive and double-click on the file named “MobilePre USB Installer.exe”. 2. Close all other running applications, as directed by the first screen that appears. 3. Direct X 8.1 or greater must be installed on your computer. If this software has not been previously installed, the installer program will do this for you. If you have been prompted with this request, click “Next” to install or upgrade Direct X now. 4.
6. The next screen shows that the drivers have been successfully installed. Click “Next” 7. Windows will now tell you that your computer needs to be started. Make sure that the “Yes” box is checked, and click “Finish.” 8. Once the computer has restarted and returned to the desktop, connect the MobilePre USB to your computer (refer to the Hardware Installation section of this manual for instructions). Click “Next,” in the screen that appears after this connection is made.
9. Make sure “Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)” is selected and click “Next to continue.” 10. None of the option-boxes in the next screen need to be selected. Click “Next,” to continue. 11. Make sure that the box for “The updated driver (Recommended) USB Composite Device” is selected and click “Next,” to continue.
12. Windows should have found a driver. Click “Next,” to continue. 13. Windows now will inform you that driver installation has been completed. Click “Finish,” to complete the installation process. MobilePre USB and the Windows Sound System The MobilePre USB’s Windows Multimedia drivers will allow you to use the MobilePre USB as your Windows system sound device. If the MobilePre USB is the only audio device installed in your computer, then Windows will “select” it automatically.
Mac OS 9 Setup 1. Insert the MobilePre USB Drivers CD into your CD-ROM drive. AutoRun will open the CD and allow you to view its contents. 2. Double click the “M-Audio MobilePre USB Installer.” 3. Click "Continue" at the M-Powered Screen. 4. Read the "Instructions for using M-Audio MobilePre USB." Click "Continue." 5. Select your install location, or simply choose the OS 9 boot drive (which is the default). Click "Install" to continue. 6. Installation requires a restart of the computer.
7. The next window "Welcomes You..." to the installation process. Click "Continue." 8. Select your OS X hard drive. Click "Continue." 9. When prompted, click "Upgrade" to continue. 10. When prompted, click "Continue Installation." 11. When prompted, click "Restart" to finish the installation. 12. After the computer has restarted, now plug the MobilePre USB into your computer’s USB Port. 13. Go to "System Preferences" in the Apple Menu. Select the "Sound" preference panel, and click the "Output" tab.
Hardware Setup Front Panel Features The front panel of the MobilePre USB houses features providing the following functions: 1. Channel 1 Inst/Line Input Jack: This 1/4” balanced connector 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. accepts an instrument or line level signal for Channel 1 of the MobilePre USB. This input is ideal for recording guitar, bass or synthesizer.
10. Power Indicator: This LED indicator lights when the MobilePre USB is receiving power through its USB port. Rear Panel Features The rear panel of the MobilePre USB houses jacks providing the following functions: 1. USB Jack: This jack connects the MobilePre USB to your computer, using a USB 1.1 (or higher) connection. 2. Stereo Line Output Jack: This jack outputs the same signal as 3. 4. 5. 6.
USB Connection The MobilePre USB communicates with your computer through a USB port. It is also powered by the USB connection. Because of this, we recommend that you plug the MobilePre USB into one of the built-in USB ports on your computer, not through a keyboard connection or USB hub. To connect your MobilePre USB, find the open jack of an unused USB port on your computer and connect it to the MobilePre’s USB jack with the included USB cable.
Mac OS X: Follow the driver software installation for Mac OS X and restart. Launch the MobilePre USB Control Panel, which is found in the bottom row of the OS X System Preferences panel. or The control panel has the following sets of controls: USB Record The USB Record section controls the level of the signal from the microphone and instrument inputs to the recording software. Volume: There is a volume fader for both input channels 1 and 2.
Link: This button links channels 1 and 2, so that any changes made to one slider will change the other. Left Only: This box, when checked, sends only the left (Channel 1) input to the direct monitor.This signal will be sent to both outputs. See the “Using the MobilePre USB” section in this manual for more information about using direct monitor. Device Output This section controls the levels of the MobilePre USB’s playback output.
Optimize for Slower Systems: Only the Mac OS 9 version of the Mobile Pre control panel has this checkbox. It should be left checked if your computer’s processor is of G3 or slower speed. Using the MobilePre USB Now that we’ve finished connecting speakers and setting levels, you’re probably interested in getting started. This chapter explains how to connect microphones and speakers to the MobilePre USB, and will explain some of the units typical applications.
Check the documentation that came with your microphone to see if you need to switch on phantom power. As a rule, most FET condenser microphones, such as the Groove Tubes GT57™, require phantom power. Most tube condenser microphones, such as the Groove Tubes GT67™, have their own power supply and don’t need phantom power. Dynamic microphones, like the Shure SM57™, don’t need phantom power, and some ribbon microphones can be damaged if you send phantom power.
However, if your speakers are not self-powered then you will need to connect the MobilePre USB’s outputs to the inputs of a power amplifier or stereo receiver.You can then connect the power amp or receiver’s outputs to the speakers. Make sure that the speakers that you use near a CRT Computer Monitor are shielded speakers. If your monitor begins to become discolored in one of the corners, or if the image appears warped, move the speaker further away to avoid damage to your monitor.
Troubleshooting The M-Audio.com website contains the latest troubleshooting information. This should be your first stop for up-to-date information, the latest drivers, FAQ files, and extensive how-to guides.You will also find information here on contacting tech support via email and phone. Here are some other quick troubleshooting tricks to try if you’re having problems with the MobilePre USB: • • • When things don’t seems to be working properly, try restarting the computer.
Technical Specifications Hardware Features Analog Inputs: - Microphone & Instrument/Line: 2, In-to-USB & USB-to-Analog Audio Stereo Out - XLR Microphone: 2, Balanced w/ switchable Phantom Power (+48 V) - 1/8" Microphone: Stereo - Instrument/Line: 2, 1/4" Balanced, high-impedance (for electric guitar & bass) - Input Channel Gain Knob: +40 dB max - Input Channel LEDs: Clip (Red) and Signal-Present (Green) Analog Outputs: - Unbalanced Outs: 2, 1/4” (-10 dBV nominal, +1.
Audio Performance Supported Sampling Frequencies (Hz): 8000, 9600, 11025, 12000, 16000, 22050, 24000, 32000, 44100 & 48000 Outputs, 1/4” & Stereo Line: - Dynamic Range: 91 dB (typical, -60 dB input, A-weighted) - S/N Ratio: 91 dB (typical, A-weighted) - THD: -87 dB (typical) Inputs, XLR Mic: - Dynamic Range: 91 dB (typical, -60 dB input, A-weighted) - Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 91 dB (typical, A-weighted) - THD: -80 dB (typical) Inputs, Inst/Line: - Dynamic Range: 96 dB (typical, -60 dB input, A-weighted) - Sig
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