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Windows driver v2.2
Macintosh driver v2.0

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Windows OS

Mac OS

Audio Software Notes


 

Installing Driver and Control Panel Software

Note: The USBPre software must be loaded onto the computer in order to access the USBPre. Install the software before plugging in the USBPre for the first time.

Follow these simple installation instructions and you will be ready to connect audio sources in minutes. The included CD-ROM installs the USBPre Control Panel Application, the USBPre extensions that enable the USBPre to work with Sound Manager, and the USBPre extensions that enable the USBPre to work with ASIO.

  1. Power on your computer and get to the desktop.
  2. Close any open applications.
  3. Place the Sound Devices USBPre CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.
  4. Launch USBPre Installer from the CD-ROM.
  5. Once the installation program has begun follow the on-screen instructions in the installer application.

Be certain to review the READ ME file for late breaking information regarding the USBPre.

This table provides a guide to where files are put during installation.

Name Type Install Location
USBPre Control Panel HD>System Folder>Control Panels
USBPre Composite Class Extension - required for Sound Manager use. HD>System Folder>Extensions
USBPre Config Composite Class Extension - required for Sound Manager use. HD>System Folder>Extensions
PGUSBPre Extension - required for ASIO use. HD>System Folder>Extensions (Disabled)
USBPre ASIO File  HD>Sound Devices USBPre
Configurations  Folder - contains config files. HD>Sound Devices USBPre
Documents  Folder of Help Files HD>Sound Devices USBPre

Please Note:

  • ASIO drivers are installed disabled.
  • If all extensions are enabled at the same time the ASIO extension will be selected. One must turn off  the ASIO extension to have the USBPre work through Sound Manager.
  • Note: When running Mac OS 9.0.4, do not launch the computer with the USBPre connected, you will not be able to select any audio hardware. This is a minor bug in OS 9.0.4.  Upgrade to OS 9.1 or connect the USBPre after the computer has launched to prevent the Sound Manager from hanging.

     

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