Alesis 7-51-0214-b User Manual

 

We know this manual will be an integral part of  the experience 

with your IO 14 or IO|26 interface so we’ve done our best to 

make it complete, accurate, and helpful for you. 

 

The manual is divided into the following sections describing the 

various functions and applications of  the IO audio interface. While 

it’s a good idea to read through the entire manual once carefully, 

those having general knowledge about audio interfaces may want 

to use the table of  contents to look up specific topics. 

 

Chapter 1: Hardware Overview describes every section of  the 

IO|14/26’s in detail.  If  you’re not sure about the function of  a 

knob, button, connector, or status light, read this section for 

clarification. 

 

Chapter 2: Installation (Windows) walks you though the installation of  

the drivers and included software that accompany the IO|14/26.  

This section covers ASIO, WDM, and MIDI I/O drivers for the 

PC. 

 

Chapter 3: Installation (Macintosh) discusses installation of  the 

CoreAudio and CoreMIDI drivers for Macintosh computers. 

 

Chapter 4: Getting Started with Cubase LE is designed to help you 

start recording right away. 

Chapter 5: Using the Control Panel shows you how to configure 

the IO|14/26. 

 

Chapter 6: Hardware Direct Monitoring provides detailed instructions 

for using the IO1|14/26’s built-in digital mixer for low-latency 

audio monitoring. 

 

Chapter 7: Getting In Deeper: Hardware  covers a variety hardware 

issues such as cabling, using the IO|14/26’s insert jacks, and 

wiring up a home studio. 

 

Chapter 8: Getting In Deeper: Recording discusses various recording 

methods and techniques and includes a special section for 

Cakewalk SONAR users. 

 

Chapter 9: Troubleshooting provides various troubleshooting 

techniques in case of  difficulty.  

Technical Specifications covers a variety of  technical information that 

technical users will want to know. 

 

And at the end of  this manual you’ll see a glossary of  common 

terms and a page about the IO|14/26’s warranty.