User Manual

User's Guide Babyface Pro © RME

30.1 Useful hints

If the unit is not in CC mode, the iPad will detect an

incompatible USB device, and display a message saying

“Cannot Use Device – The connected USB device is not

supported”. In newer iOS versions even the device name and

its serial number will be shown.

When the power supply for the Babyface Pro is insufficient, iOS will complain about the at-

tached unit drawing too much power.

When using hard covers as back panel protection for the iPad, the Kit's/adapter’s plug may not

fit completely, causing a loose connection or partial functionality. If in doubt, remove the cover.

No sound: Incorrect output gain settings, see next chapter.

The iPad's volume control is inactive during USB operation.

If the unit does not enter Host

mode: Remove and reconnect the

Connection Kit.

Correct detection and operation of

the Connection Kit itself can be

determined in Settings / General /

About. The adapter will be listed

there right after connection, with

additional details like

manufacturer, model number etc.

Connected USB devices, i.e. the

Babyface Pro will not be shown

here, though.

Having tested several Chinese replicas of the Apple Camera Connection Kit, from 2-in-1 to

5-in-1 adapters, we strongly recommend purchasing the original!

All adapters seemed to work for the simple application of copying photos. Attempting to run the

Babyface Pro with USB Audio 2.0 was when the problems started. Some of the tested adapters

would not work at all, others only with short cables, and only one adapter came close to the

quality of the original. But as soon as 8-channel recording or 96 kHz playback was initiated, the

Apple Kit always performed much better.

We are not aware of copies of the Apple USB to Lightning adapter. Therefore a similar advice

as above seems not necessary for this newer technology.