User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- 1 Overview
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 What’s in the Box?
- 1.3 What’s in your My PreSonus Account
- 1.4 Firmware Updates
- 2 Hookup
- 2.1 Back Panel Connections
- 2.2 Top-Panel
- 2.3 Connection Diagram
- 3 Connecting to a Computer
- 3.1 Installation for Windows
- 3.1.1 Universal Control (Windows)
- 3.1.2 Loopback Recording (Windows only)
- 3.2 Installation for macOS
- 3.3 Using the ioStation 24c with Popular Audio Applications
- 4 Studio One
- 4.1 Getting Started
- 4.2 Channel Strip
- 4.3 Transport Controls
- 4.4 The Session Navigator
- 4.4.1 F1-F4 Functions
- 4.5 Automation Controls
- 4.6 Control Link
- 5 Pro Tools (HUI)
- 5.1 Getting Started
- 5.2 Channel Strip
- 5.3 Transport Controls
- 5.4 The Session Navigator
- 5.5 Automation Controls
- 6 Logic (MCU)
- 6.1 Getting Started
- 6.2 Channel Strip
- 6.3 Transport Controls
- 6.4 The Session Navigator
- 6.5 Automation Controls
- 6.6 Bypass
- 7 Cubase / Nuendo (MCU)
- 7.1 Getting Started
- 7.2 Channel Strip
- 7.3 Transport Controls
- 7.4 The Session Navigator
- 7.5 Automation Controls
- 8 Live (MCU)
- 8.1 Getting Started
- 8.2 Channel Strip
- 8.3 Transport Controls
- 8.4 The Session Navigator
- 9 Studio One Artist Quick Start
- 9.1 Installation and Authorization
- 9.2 Setting Up Studio One
- 9.2.1 Configuring Audio Devices
- 9.2.2 Configuring MIDI Devices
- 9.3 Creating a New Song
- 9.3.1 Configuring Your Audio I/O
- 9.3.2 Creating Audio and Instrument Tracks
- 9.3.3 Recording an Audio Track
- 9.3.4 Adding Virtual Instruments and Effects
- 10 Appendix
- 10.1 Operation Modes
- 10.2 ioStation 24c Multichannel Controller MIDI Protocol
- 10.2.1 SysEx
- 10.2.2 Fader
- 10.2.3 Session Navigator Encoder
- 10.2.4 Buttons and LEDs
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1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
ioStation 24c Audio Interface and Production Controllers
Owner’s Manual
1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the PreSonus® ioStation 24c
audio interface and production controller.
Featuring a 2-in, 2-out USB-C™ compatible audio interface and ultra-
smooth, touch-sensitive, motorized fader; complete automation and
transport controls; and the unique Session Navigator, the ioStation 24c
is your all-in-one recording and mixing assistant—making tracking
and mixing in your favorite DAW application quick and easy.
Loaded with high-headroom, Class A XMAX microphone preamplifiers; robust
metering, high-definition 24-bit, 192 kHz conversion; and more, the ioStation
24c breaks new boundaries for music performance and production. All you
need is a computer with a USB C, 2.0, or 3.0 connection, a few microphones and
cables, powered speakers, and your instruments, and you are ready to record!
PreSonus Audio Electronics is committed to constant product improvement, and
we highly value your suggestions. We believe the best way to achieve our goal
of constant product improvement is by listening to the real experts: our valued
customers. We appreciate the support you have shown us through the purchase
of this product and are confident that you will enjoy your ioStation 24c!
About this manual: We suggest that you use this manual to familiarize
yourself with the features, applications, and correct connection procedures
for your ioStation 24c before trying to connect it to your computer.
This will help you avoid problems during installation and setup.
This manual describes the ioStation 24c behavior in the DAWs
for which each operation mode was designed. Please see Section
10.1 for applications not listed in the Table of Contents.
Throughout this manual, you will find Power User Tips that can quickly make you
an ioStation 24c expert and help you get the most out of your investment.