User Manual

ABOUT YOUR MOTU AVB AUDIO INTERFACE
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port for word clock daisy-chaining. To configure,
use the LCD menu to navigate to Settings -> Word
Clock Thru Mode.
Comprehensive metering
The large backlit LCD displays all signal activity at
a glance with detailed metering for all analog and
digital I/O. You can access many hardware settings
directly from the front panel.
Headphone outputs
The 1248 front panel provides two independent
headphone jacks with separate volume controls.
You can program the outputs to mirror another set
of 1248 outputs or act as their own independent
outputs. The 8M also offers a single headphone
output.
Precision Digital Trim™
On each interface, all of the analog inputs are
equipped with digitally controlled analog trims,
adjustable in 1 dB increments. The input trims for
mic inputs and guitar inputs can be adjusted from
the knobs on the front panel. You can save your
trim configurations as a preset for instant recall.
Rack mount or desktop operation
Each interface is housed in a sturdy, metal-alloy,
19-inch, rack-mountable unit. The rack mounting
brackets can be removed using a 7/64” hex wrench
for desktop operation.
AudioDesk
AudioDesk is a full-featured audio workstation
software package for Mac and Windows that is
available as a free download for you as a 1248, 8M
or 16A owner. Visit motu.com/avb to obtain your
copy. AudioDesk provides multi-channel
waveform editing, automated virtual mixing,
graphic editing of ramp automation, real-time
effects plug-ins with crossfades, support for many
third-party audio plug-ins, sample-accurate
editing and placement of audio, and more.