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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus with water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 8.
ENVIRONMENTAL DECLARATION Compliance Information Statement: Declaration of Compliance procedure Product Identification: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Responsible party: American Music and Sound Address: 5304 Derry Avenue #C Agoura Hills, CA 91301 Telephone: 800-994-4984 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OVERVIEW Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Scarlett Studio package, part of the range of Focusrite professional computer audio interfaces incorporating high quality, Focusrite analogue pre-amplifiers. You now have a simple, compact and complete solution for recording with a microphone or directly from instruments, by routing high quality audio to and from your computer.
Box Contents You should find that your Scarlett Studio package comprises: • • • • • • • • Scarlett 2i2 computer audio interface Scarlett Studio CM25 condenser microphone Scarlett Studio HP60 headphones Resources DVD containing: - Cubase LE 6 recording software - USB Drivers for Mac and Windows Red XLR microphone cable (3 m) USB cable “Getting Started Guide” “Download Your Software” online registration card System requirements Mac OS Apple Macintosh with a high-speed USB 2.
GETTING STARTED IMPORTANT - PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU INSTALL THE SCARLETT 2i2 DRIVERS BEFORE CONNECTING THE INTERFACE TO YOUR COMPUTER. Software Installation We aim to ensure that the latest installation software will be on the disk included with your Scarlett 2i2. However we strongly recommend that you check for any later version on our website at www.focusrite.com/downloads before performing the software installation.
Your OS should automatically switch the computer’s default audio outputs to be the USB port to which the Scarlett 2i2 is connected. To verify this: • • on Windows 7 - go to Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound > Manage Audio Devices and ensure that ‘Default Playback’ and ‘Recording’ are set to ‘Scarlett 2i2’. on Windows 8 - navigate to Control Panel, and then select Hardware and Sound > Sound > Manage Audio Devices and ensure that ‘Default Playback’ and ‘Recording’ are set to ‘Scarlett 2i2’.
Once the Scarlett 2i2 driver is selected, Inputs 1 & 2 and Outputs 1 & 2 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. The example below shows Inputs 1 & 2 and Outputs 1 & 2 enabled in Cubase LE Device Setup. *Typical name. Terminology may differ slightly between DAWs.
Example of Usage The Scarlett 2i2 is an excellent choice for several different recording and monitoring applications. Some typical configurations are shown below. Connecting a microphone or instrument This setup illustrates the most typical configuration for recording with the DAW on your Mac or PC. In this case, you might record guitar through Input 1 and vocals through Input 2 into Cubase LE, while monitoring the DAW playback via headphones or loudspeakers.
Recording with a microphone The Scarlett Studio CM25 microphone supplied with Scarlett Studio is a studio quality condenser mic which is ideal for recording vocals and most acoustic instruments. Connect the CM25 to one of the Scarlett 2i2’s two front panel inputs with the cable supplied. Note that the cable has a male and a female connector; the female end connects to the microphone and the male end into the Scarlett 2i2.
DON’T ignore the room acoustics. You probably won’t have the luxury of a recording studio’s perfect acoustics. Be aware of how reverberant the room is. Reverberation is neither good nor bad, but frequently inappropriate! Some instruments will benefit from being recorded in a reverberant space, others won’t. A “dead” acoustic is generally better than a “live” one, because reverberation can be added electronically in the recording process, but room reverberation on the recording can’t be removed.
Connecting Scarlett 2i2 to headphones The Scarlett Studio package includes a pair of high quality headphones, the Scarlett Studio HP60. They are lightweight and durable, and should prove comfortable to wear for extended periods. The headband is adjustable. The HP60 headphones have a low noise, oxygen-free copper cable, fitted with a ¼” (6.35 mm) 3-pole (TRS) jack plug. This should be connected to the socket at the right hand side of the Scarlett 2i2 front symbol).
The line output connectors are 3-pole (TRS) ¼” (6.35 mm) jack sockets, and are electronically balanced. Typical consumer (hi-fi) amplifiers and small powered monitors will have unbalanced inputs, either on phono (RCA) sockets, or via a 3.5 mm 3-pole jack plug intended for direct connection to a computer. In either case, use a suitable connecting cable with jack plugs at one end. Professional power amplifiers will generally have balanced inputs.
Back Panel 9 9. 10 11 Kensington security lock – secure your Scarlett 2i2 to a suitable structure if desired. 10. USB 2.0 port – Type B connector; connect to your computer with cable supplied. 11. Line outputs - 2 x ¼” (6.35 mm) TRS jack sockets; +4 dBu output level. Either ¼” TRS (balanced) or TS (unbalanced) jack plugs can be used.
SPECIFICATIONS Performance Specifications A-D dynamic range 105 dB ‘A-weighted’ (all inputs). Converter chipset A-D dynamic range 114 dB D-A dynamic range Range 104 dB ‘A-weighted’ (all outputs). Converter chipset D-A dynamic range 114 dB Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz Microphone Inputs 1 & 2 Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz +/-0.1 dB Gain range + 10 dB to + 55 dB THD+N 0.
Physical and Electrical Characteristics Analogue Inputs 1 & 2 Connectors Neutrik XLR Combo: Mic/Line/Inst (Inputs 1-2) on front panel Mic/Line switching Automatic Line/Instrument switching 2 x front panel switches Phantom power Shared +48 V phantom power switch for inputs 1&2 Analogue Outputs Main outputs 2 x balanced ¼” TRS jacks on rear panel (Main outputs) Stereo headphone output ¼” TRS jack on front panel Main output level control Headphones level control On front panel Other I/O USB 1 x
Scarlett Studio CM25 Microphone Specifications Capsule Type 20 mm dia.
TROUBLESHOOTING For all troubleshooting queries, please visit the Focusrite Answerbase at www.focusrite.com/answerbase where you will find articles covering numerous troubleshooting examples. COPYRIGHT AND LEGAL NOTICES Focusrite is a registered trade mark and Scarlett 2i2 and Scarlett Studio are trade marks of Focusrite Audio Engineering Limited. All other trade marks and trade names are the property of their respective owners. 2012 © Focusrite Audio Engineering Limited. All rights reserved.
