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Summary of Contents for Focusrite Scarlett 4i4
- Page 1 User Guide www.focusrite.com Version 1.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Connecting Scarlett 4i4 to loudspeakers ........ -
Page 3: Overview
User Guide so that you are fully aware of all the possibilities that the Scarlett 4i4 and accompanying software has to offer. If the main User Guide sections do not provide the information you need, be sure to consult https://support.focusrite.com/, which contains a comprehensive collection of answers to... -
Page 4: Box Contents
The easiest way to check that your computer’s operating system (OS) is compatible with the Scarlett 4i4 is to use our online OS Checker at https://customer.focusrite.com/downloads/os. As new OS versions become available over time, you can continue to check for futher compatibility information... -
Page 5: Getting Started
With the Third Generation, Scarlett interfaces introduce a new, faster way of getting up and running, using the Scarlett Quick Start tool. All you need to do is connect your Scarlett 4i4 to your computer. Once connected, you will see that the device is recognised by your PC or Mac and the Quick Start tool will guide you through the process from there. - Page 6 Scarlett, or to follow a step by step setup guide based on your choices. Once you have installed the Focusrite Control software to setup and confi gure your interface, the Scarlett will be switched out of MSD mode so that it no longer appears as a Mass Storage Device when connected to your computer.
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Page 7: Windows Only
Windows only: On connecting your Scarlett 4i4 to your PC, a Scarlett icon will appear on the desktop: (Note that the drive letter may be something other than E:, depending on what other devices you have connected to your PC). - Page 8 Your OS should automatically switch the computer’s default audio inputs and outputs to be the Sound Settings Scarlett 4i4. To verify this, right click on the Sound icon on the taskbar and select and set the Scarlett as the Input and Output Device.
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Page 9: All Users
In order to force your Scarlett 4i4 out of MSD mode without first registering it, connect it to your host computer and press and hold the 48V button for five seconds. This will ensure that your Scarlett 4i4 has full functionality. -
Page 10: Audio Setup In Your Daw
Mac-based DAW that uses Core Audio. After following the Getting Started procedure described above, you can start using the Scarlett 4i4 with the DAW of your choice. To allow you to get started if you do not already have a DAW application installed on your computer, both Pro Tools | First and Ableton Live Lite are included;... -
Page 11: Loopback Inputs
Once the Scarlett 4i4 is set as the preferred Audio Device* in your DAW, Inputs 1 to 4 and Outputs 1 to 4 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. -
Page 12: Examples Of Usage
Examples of Usage The Scarlett 4i4 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 DAW software on your Mac or PC. -
Page 13: Using Direct Monitoring
Input channels 1 and 2 of the Scarlett 4i4 each have a PAD function: when selected from Focusrite Control (PAD illuminates green when active), the signal level fed to your DAW is reduced by 10 dB. - Page 14 The signals at LINE OUTPUTS 3 and 4 are at (full) fixed level, and thus if you use these for monitoring, you will have to control the volume either from Focusrite Control, or by adjusting the volume at an external amplifier.
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Page 15: Creating An Effects Loop
Creating an effects loop The Scarlett 4i4 allows the easy integration of external outboard processors or effects. A good example is the inclusion of an outboard stereo compressor to a recording setup similar to that outlined above. -
Page 16: Connecting Scarlett 4I4 To A Dj Mixer
Monitor Level control to maximum, otherwise Outputs 1 and 2 will be at a lower level than Outputs 3 and 4. Note that although the outputs of the Scarlett 4i4 are balanced, they may be connected to an unbalanced input using a cable fitted with a ¼” TS jack. Most DJ mixers will have unbalanced inputs using phono (RCA) sockets, so suitable phono-to-TS jack cables will be needed to make the connection. -
Page 17: Hardware Features
4. INST – two red LEDs; illuminate when Instrument mode is selected for Inputs 1 or 2 from Focusrite Control; gain is set to suit instrument signals. When INST is off, the ¼” jack input is configured to accept a line level signal, e.g., from a keyboard, synth module or FX unit. -
Page 18: Back Panel
The Scarlett 4i4 provides a convenient MIDI interface with your DAW, making a computer MIDI card unnecessary. USB 2.0 port – Type C connector; connect to your computer with cable supplied. 17. K (Kensington security lock) – secure your Scarlett 4i4 to a suitable structure if desired. -
Page 19: Channel Listings
CHANNEL LISTINGS The tables below summarise how the Scarlett 4i4’s inputs and outputs will correspond to the input and output channels in your chosen DAW. 4i4 Hardware Inputs Input 44 .1/48 kHz 88 .2/96 kHz 176 .4/192 kHz Ch 1... - Page 20 Line Inputs 1 and 2 Dynamic Range 110.5 dB (A-weighted) Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB <0.002% (minimum gain, -1 dBFS input with 22 Hz/22 kHz THD+N bandpass filter) +22 dBu (no PAD); +29.5 dBu (PAD selected); Maximum Input Level measured at minimum gain Gain Range...
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Page 21: Physical And Electrical Characteristics
XLR “Combo” type: Mic/Line/Inst on front panel Mic/Line switching Automatic Line/Instrument switching Selected per channel via Focusrite Control 10 dB attenuation, selected per channel via Focusrite Control Shared +48 V phantom power switch for Inputs 1 & 2 Phantom power (XLR connections only) AIR function Selected per channel via Focusrite Control Analogue Inputs 3 &... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Full Terms and Conditions of the Warranty can be found at https://focusrite.com/warranty. Focusrite is a registered trade mark and Scarlett 4i4 is a trade mark of Focusrite Audio Engineering Limited. All other trade marks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
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