Introduction
1.1 Overview
The US-224 is a USB controller designed for Cubasis and other Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software applications. Its design incorporates a two-input, two-output 24-bit audio interface, a 16-channel MIDI interface, and a control surface for your most-used mouse functions.
Our goal was to create a device to make your DAW software as easy to use as a Portastudio. The transport and other controls are designed and laid out to look and function just like a Portastudio – if you’ve ever used a tape recorder, you know how to use the US-224.
Because the US-224 is USB based, it’s the ideal companion to any desktop- or laptop- based digital recording setup. And since it’s as compact as a laptop, it can be combined with one to create a complete portable digital audio workstation solution.
1.2 Features
The input section comprises a 24-bit audio interface, capable of streaming two simultaneous tracks of audio into your computer. Inputs include two balanced XLR mic inputs, two 1/4” unbalanced line inputs (switchable to high-impedance, for direct input of a guitar, bass or other hi-Z source), and an S/PDIF digital input. Outputs include a pair of unbalanced line outputs on RCA connectors, S/PDIF output, and separate headphone output.
The US-224 also features MIDI Input and Output ports, allowing you to send and receive data and MIDI Time Code (MTC) from your MIDI-based keyboards and other devices.
The US-224’s control surface includes a variety of controls which make working with audio software faster and easier. The channel section of the control surface consists of four channel faders (plus one master fader), four MUTE/SOLO buttons, a switch to toggle Solo and Mute functions, and individual record-ready and select switches. The master section features a DATA wheel, PAN control (assigned by pressing the channel SELect key) and dedicated transport and locate controls, offering one-button access to these often- used functions.
1.3 What’s in the package
The US-224 package contains the following items. When opening the package, please make certain that all the included items are present. If anything is missing, contact the dealer where you purchased it.
US-224 Controller USB Cable
CD-ROM containing driver software and Cubasis VST
1.4Nomenclature used in this manual
The following conventions will be used in this manual:
ALL CAPS will be used to designate physical buttons, faders, controllers and LED indicators on the US-224.
BOLD CAPS will be used to designate physical connectors on the US-224 Italics will be used to designate software dialog messages
Underlined Italics will be used to designate software menu functions and on-screen controllers.
