User Manual

User's Guide Babyface Pro © RME

5.2 Quick Start

After the driver installation (chapter 7 / 15), connect the inputs to the analog signal source.

The analog input sensitivity can be changed at the unit (IN, SELECT) or in TotalMix FX (Tools,

Gain). To achieve the best signal to noise ratio, adjust your analog source to its highest output

level and then decrease the input gain in TotalMix or at the Babyface itself to make sure that the

loudest signal reaches about -3dBFS.

The XLR line inputs of the Babyface Pro can be used with +4 dBu and -10 dBV line signals. The

electronic input stage can handle balanced (XLR, TRS jacks) and unbalanced (TS jacks) input

signals correctly.

On the analog playback side (the DA side), an adjustment of the analog output level is available

by the rotary encoder (select desired output via OUT), or in TotalMix FX.

The output signal of channels 3/4, Phones, can be set freely using the rotary encoder. These

outputs are optimized for headphones, but can also be used as line outputs.

The Babyface Pro digital inputs and output support the formats SPDIF and ADAT optical.

TotalMix FX remembers all settings, and loads these automatically when the Babyface Pro

drivers are loaded.

5.3. Operation at the Unit

Operation at the unit in online mode (drivers installed under Windows and Mac OS X, PC mode

chosen at the unit) covers the most useful actions and situations in daily operation. Clearly la-

belled buttons together with an intuitive operation scheme give direct access to volume, moni-

toring and setup.

Input Gains

The gains of all four analog inputs can be controlled directly by the big encoder knob. Use IN to

select input 1/2 or 3/4, then push SELECT several times to step through left channel, right

channel or both. The selected channel and amount of gain is shown by a single LED flashing in

the left INPUT level meters. Turn the wheel to increase or decrease the gain. The three INPUT

LEDs also show overload. Too hot levels will not be missed even if the level meter currently

shows a quieter channel.

Output Volume

Select one of the three outputs via OUT, then turn the wheel. The current fader position of To-

talMix FX (which moves in sync) is displayed via flashing single LEDs in the output level meter.

The three output LEDs also show overload. Too hot levels will not be missed even if the level

meter currently shows a quieter channel.

0 dB position: reduce the gain so that the yellow LED just turns off.

OUT can also be reassigned to perform Speaker B switching in the Options/Key Commands

dialog in TotalMix FX.

Output Balance

Select one of the three outputs via OUT, then hold down SELECT. The right level meters show

two bars, lit up until the yellow LEDs. Turn the wheel to move the stereo image more to the left

or right. This setting equals an adjustment of the PAN knob in a stereo hardware output of To-

talMix FX, and indeed the knob in the software will move in sync.