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.
- Power on your computer and get to the desktop.
- Close any open applications.
- Place the Sound Devices USBPre CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.
- Launch USBPre Installer from the CD-ROM.
- 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:
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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