Table of Contents Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................................................................2 What’s in the Box? ..............................................................................................................................................................................................2 Fast Track USB Features ...........................................
Introduction Thank you for choosing the M-Audio Fast Track USB. Fast Track USB is your compact, professional audio solution for any Windows or Macintosh computer.* It uses the convenience of USB connectivity, so there’s no need to disassemble your computer and no bulky external power supplies. Fast Track USB gives you all you need for a complete, professional-quality recording setup on the go.
Macintosh Minimum: Recommended: < < < < < G3, G4, iMac, iBook or Powerbook with native USB support (USB hubs are not supported) < < 128 MB RAM G3, G4, iMac, iBook or PowerBook with native USB support 64 MB RAM CD-ROM drive Mac OS X version 10.2.8 “Jaguar” or later, or Mac OS X version 10.3.4 “Panther” or later Mac OS X “Jaguar” version 10.2.8 or later Front Panel Controls 1. Input Level – Adjusts the gain level for the rear-panel XLR input (14). 2.
Rear Panel Controls 9. Kensington Lock Connector – Connect a standard laptop-style cable locking device here to protect your Fast Track USB from theft or accidental breakage. 10. USB Connector – Connect the included USB cable here, and connect the other end to your computer’s USB port. 11. Line Outputs – Left and Right stereo outputs. Connect these outputs to powered monitors such as the M-Audio DX4s, or to the inputs of your stereo amplifier or receiver. 12.
Windows XP 1. Place the Fast Track USB CD into your CD-ROM drive. Do NOT connect the Fast Track USB to your computer’s USB port at this time. A menu will automatically appear. If Autoplay is disabled, browse the CD content and double click the Fast Track USB folder. Then double click the Fast Track USB Installer Icon. 2. The M-Audio Fast Track USB Installer screen will appear, asking you to confirm that you wish to install Fast Track USB. Click “Next” to continue. 3.
The default Latency setting is “Medium.” This setting should serve your purposes, but you can experiment with lower settings if you wish. If you experience stuttering or crackling in your audio playback, try using a higher latency setting. Fast Track USB and Windows Media Drivers WDM/MME Fast Track USB’s Windows drivers support Windows’ native WDM/MME protocol, allowing you to use Fast Track USB as your Windows default audio device.
Specifications mic in (balanced): maximum input: signal-to-noise ratio: dynamic range: THD+N: variable gain: frequency response: line out (unbalanced): maximum output: signal-to-noise ratio: dynamic range: THD+N: frequency response: -2.2dBu 100dB (a-weighted) 100dB (a-weighted) 0.005% (-86dB) @ -1dBFS 50dB 20Hz - 20kHz, +/-0.2dB @ 48kHz headphones (32 Ohm load): maximum output: 2.1Vpp (-2.5dBV) signal-to-noise ratio: 103dB (a-weighted) THD+N: 0.075% @ -2dBFS instrument in (unbalanced): maximum input: +3.
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