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other types, e.g., dynamic or ribbon, will not be damaged by the inadvertent application of phantom 

power, but note that some older mics may be; if you have any doubt, please check the specification 

of your mic to ensure that it is safe to use.

 

Input 2 uses a ¼” (6.35 mm) jack socket which is 2-pole when in instrument mode and 3-pole when 

used as a mono line input. It can accept signals from an electric or electroacoustic guitar or bass, 

a keyboard, and most other types of audio equipment. Set the INST switch ON (‘INST’ illuminates 

red)  if  you  are  connecting  a  musical  instrument,  e.g.,  a  guitar  in  the  example,  using  an  ordinary 

2-pole (TS) guitar jack. Set the INST switch to OFF if you are connecting a line level source such as a 

keyboard, synthesiser or the balanced output of an external audio mixer via a 3-pole (TRS) jack. Note 

the jack socket accepts both TRS and TS types of jack plug.

Using Direct Monitoring

You will frequently hear the term “latency” used in connection with digital audio systems. In the case 

of the simple DAW recording application described above, latency will be the time it takes for your 

input signals to pass through your computer and audio software. Latency can be a problem for a 

performer who wishes to record while monitoring their input signals. 

The Scarlett Solo is fitted with a “Direct Monitoring” option, which overcomes this problem. Setting 

the front panel DIRECT MONITOR switch to ON will route your input signals directly to the Scarlett 

Solo’s headphone and main monitor outputs. This enables you to hear yourself with zero latency – 

i.e., in “real time” – along with the computer playback. Your inputs will be summed to mono, so both 

mic and instrument will appear in the centre of the stereo image. Note that the input signals to your 

computer are not affected in any way by the use of Direct Monitor.

When Direct Monitoring is set to ON, ensure that your recording software is not set to route its input 

(what you are currently recording) to its output. If it is, you will hear yourself “twice”, with one signal 

audibly delayed as an echo.

Monitoring with DIRECT MONITOR set to OFF can be useful when using an FX plug-in to your DAW to 

create a stereo effect which contributes to the live performance. In this way, you will be able to hear 

exactly what is being recorded, complete with the FX. However, some latency may result, the amount 

depending on the DAW’s buffer size and processing power of the computer.

Headphone monitoring

Connect a pair of stereo headphones to the front panel headphone socket to hear both what you are 

recording - your current input signal(s), plus any tracks you’ve already recorded in your computer. 

Note: Set the front panel DIRECT MONITOR switch to ON when recording. The pre-recorded tracks 

will be heard in stereo, and the current input signals in mono – central in the stereo image. If you are 

using both the mic and instrument inputs, the two inputs will be summed in mono.

Содержание Scarlett Solo

Страница 1: ...User Guide www focusrite com Version 1 0 ...

Страница 2: ...al Registration 9 Audio Setup in your DAW 10 Examples of use 12 Connecting a microphone instrument 12 Using Direct Monitoring 13 Headphone monitoring 13 Connecting Scarlett Solo to loudspeakers 14 HARDWARE FEATURES 16 Front Panel 16 Back Panel 17 SPECIFICATIONS 18 Performance Specifications 18 Physical and Electrical Characteristics 19 TROUBLESHOOTING 20 COPYRIGHT AND LEGAL NOTICES 20 ...

Страница 3: ...th balanced inputs your audio will be protected from any hum or interference Third Generation Scarlett interfaces are class compliant on macOS this means they are plug and play so no need to install a driver if you are a Mac user This User Guide provides a detailed explanation of the hardware to help you achieve a thorough understanding of the product s operational features We recommend that both ...

Страница 4: ...ystem Requirements The easiest way to check that your computer s operating system OS is compatible with the Scarlett Solo 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 further compatibility information by searching our Help Centre at https support focusrite com hc en gb ...

Страница 5: ... on your computer Scarlett Solo gets its power from your computer via the USB connection there is no need for a separate power supply However we do recommend that when using it with a laptop the laptop should be powered using its AC adaptor as otherwise the battery will run down faster than when powering the laptop alone Your computer will initially treat your Scarlett as a Mass Storage Device MSD...

Страница 6: ... to get the software for your Scarlett or to follow a step by step setup guide based on your choices Once you have installed the Focusrite Control software to set up and configure 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 Your OS should automatically switch the computer s default audio inputs a...

Страница 7: ...her than D depending on what other devices you have connected to your PC Double click on the pop up message to open the dialogue box shown below Double click on Open folder to view files this will open an Explorer window Double click Click Here to Get Started This will redirect you to the Focusrite website where we recommend that you register your device ...

Страница 8: ...ased on your choices Once you have installed the Focusrite Control software to set up and configure 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 Your OS should automatically switch the computer s default audio inputs and outputs to be the Scarlett Solo To verify this right click on the Sound icon ...

Страница 9: ...our Scarlet Solo at a later date you can do so at https customer focusrite com user register You will need to enter the Serial Number manually this number can be found on the base of the interface itself and can also on the barcode label on the side of the box We recommend that you download and install our Focusrite Control application as this will disable MSD mode and unlock the full potential of...

Страница 10: ...s focusrite com get started where Getting Started videos are available Operating instructions for ProTools First and Ableton Live Lite are beyond the scope of this User Guide but both applications include a full set of Help files Instructions are also available at www avid com and www ableton com respectively Please note your DAW may not automatically select the Scarlett Solo as its default I O de...

Страница 11: ...tputs 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 The two examples below show two Inputs and two outputs enabled in the Ableton Lite Audio Preferences Typical name Terminology may differ slightly between DAWs ...

Страница 12: ...ation while monitoring the playback via headphones Scarlett Solo s inputs are on the front panel Input 1 uses a standard 3 pin XLR socket and is configured to work with microphones of most types you will probably have a male XLR connector on the end of your mic cable If you are using a studio condenser capacitor microphone designed to operate on 48 volt phantom power press the 48V button Some lowe...

Страница 13: ...em Setting the front panel DIRECT MONITOR switch to ON will route your input signals directly to the Scarlett Solo s headphone and main monitor outputs This enables you to hear yourself with zero latency i e in real time along with the computer playback Your inputs will be summed to mono so both mic and instrument will appear in the centre of the stereo image Note that the input signals to your co...

Страница 14: ...se the rear panel outputs should be connected to the amplifier s inputs RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT The line outputs are 3 pole TRS 6 35 mm jack sockets and are electronically balanced Typical consumer Hi Fi amplifiers and small powered monitors will have unbalanced inputs either on phono RCA sockets or via a 3 5 mm 3 pole jack plug intended for direct connection to a computer In either case use a suita...

Страница 15: ... cables to connect these to the outputs of the Scarlett Solo NOTE You run the risk of creating an audio feedback loop if loudspeakers are active at the same time as a microphone We recommend that you always turn off or turn down monitoring loudspeakers while recording and use headphones when overdubbing ...

Страница 16: ...t Line level switch for Input 2 switches gain to suit instrument or line level signals INST illuminates red when Instrument mode is selected Note that INST mode may also be selected from Focusrite Control 7 AIR switch enabling AIR mode for the mic input AIR modifies the frequency response of the input stage to model the classic transformer based Focusrite ISA microphone preamps AIR illuminates yel...

Страница 17: ...ucture if desired 13 USB 2 0 port Type C connector connect to your laptop or computer with the USB cable supplied 14 LINE OUTPUTS LEFT and RIGHT 2 x 6 35 mm TRS jack sockets 10 dBu output level variable electronically balanced Either TRS balanced connection or TS unbalanced connection jack plugs can be used ...

Страница 18: ...0 002 minimum gain 1 dBFS input with 22 Hz 22 kHz bandpass filter Maximum Input Level 22 dBu at minimum gain Gain Range 56 dB Input impedance 60 kohms Instrument Input Dynamic Range 110 dB A weighted Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 1 dB THD N 0 03 minimum gain 1 dBFS input with 22 Hz 22 kHz bandpass filter Maximum Input Level 12 5 dBu at minimum gain Gain Range 56 dB Input impedance 1 5 Mohms...

Страница 19: ...Analogue Outputs Main outputs Balanced 2 x TRS jacks on rear panel Stereo headphone output TRS jack on front panel Output level control main and headphone On front panel Direct Monitoring Front panel switch allows zero latency monitoring of inputs Other I O USB 1 x USB 2 0 Type C connector Front Panel Indicators USB power Green LED Gain Halos Tri colour LED rings concentric with GAIN controls Phan...

Страница 20: ...ease visit the Focusrite Help Centre at http support focusrite com where you will find articles covering numerous troubleshooting examples COPYRIGHT AND LEGAL NOTICES Focusrite is a registered trade mark and Scarlett Solo and Scarlett Solo Studio are trade marks of Focusrite Audio Engineering Limited All other trade marks and trade names are the property of their respective owners 2019 Focusrite A...

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