ESI ESP1010e User Manual
High Quality 8-in / 8-out
PCIe Audio Interface
User’s Guide
ESI - Copyright © 2009
Revision 1, April 2009
www.esi-audio.com
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Introduction.................................................................................................................................. |
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Description of ESP1010e ............................................................................................................. |
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2.1 |
PCIe card.............................................................................................................................................................. |
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Breakout Box – Front........................................................................................................................................... |
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Breakout Box – Rear............................................................................................................................................ |
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Minimum System Requirements.......................................................................................................................... |
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Hardware Installation ................................................................................................................. |
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3.1 |
Preparation for Hardware Installation.................................................................................................................. |
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PCIe Card Installation.......................................................................................................................................... |
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Driver Software Installation ....................................................................................................... |
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4.1 Windows XP ........................................................................................................................................................ |
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Windows Vista................................................................................................................................................... |
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ESP1010e Control Panel............................................................................................................ |
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Pull-Down Menus .............................................................................................................................................. |
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Input Section ...................................................................................................................................................... |
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Output Section ................................................................................................................................................... |
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Digital Section ................................................................................................................................................... |
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DirectWIRE ....................................................................................................................................................... |
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Audio Applications..................................................................................................................... |
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Windows Multimedia Setup............................................................................................................................... |
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Cubase LE 4....................................................................................................................................................... |
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General Information.................................................................................................................. |
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1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing the ESI ESP1010e, the perfect audio gear for multi channel recording applications in your home studio and for home entertainment. The hardware integrates the latest interface standard for extremely fast and reliable data transfer, more reliable and stable than comparable FireWire or USB 2.0 interface solutions.
ESP1010e is equipped with 24-bit converters on up to 8 analog inputs, up to 8 analog outputs. Two input connectors are equipped with microphone preamps with balanced XLR connectors and switchable phantom power supply that can be used with high quality dynamic and condenser microphones, in addition two Hi-Z inputs are provided to directly connect and use guitar input signals. ESP1010e also provides a 24-bit 96kHz coaxial digital input and output, a 32 channel MIDI I/O interface with 2 inputs and 2 outputs and full EWDM driver with DirectWIRE functionality.
All this makes ESP1010e a perfect multi channel recording solution for all the latest audio applications – the system is simple to install and simple to use and is a great choice for you to build a home studio around.
2. Description of ESP1010e
2.1 PCIe card
The ESP1010e PCIe card only has one single connector – EDI II. This connector is used to connect the PCIe card with the 19" breakout box using the supplied cable.
Low Profile bracket
The ESP1010e PCIe card is a low profile card, that means it can be installed in computer systems with lower height (the so-called “low profile” standard). The hardware is supplied with an additional smaller metal bracket that can be installed when needed. To install it, you need to remove the standard bracket using a screw driver to remove the two screws. Then use them to install the other bracket.
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2.2 Breakout Box – Front
The front panel provides the following connectors from left to right:
Microphone Input Channel 1/2 and Channel 3/4: 2 microphone inputs with XLR input for dynamic and condenser microphones. When the first microphone input is in use, its input signal will be recorded via input channel 1 and 2. When the second microphone input is in use, its input signal will be recorded via input channel 3 and 4.
Hi-Z Instrument Inputs Channel 5/6 and Channel 7/8: 2 Hi-Z instrument input for guitars. When the first Hi-Z input is in use, its input signal will be recorded via input channel 5 and 6. When the second Hi-Z input is in use, its input signal will be recorded via input channel 7 and 8.
Analog Line Inputs Channel 1 to 4: 4 line level inputs for standard line signal and recording via input channel 1 to 4.
Headphone Outputs 1 & 2: two independent stereo headphone outputs for the master monitoring signal.
2.3 Breakout Box – Rear
The back panel provides the following connectors from left to right:
DC 12V 1A power supply connector: you can connect an optional (not included) DC 12V power supply to ESP1010e via this connector. This might be required if you require stable +48V phantom power supply for the two microphone inputs on the front. Please note that normally this power supply is not required.
EDI II connector: use this connector to connect the external 19" rack with the PCIe card of ESP1010e (see section 2.1 of this manual).
MIDI in and MIDI out connectors: 2 independent MIDI inputs and 2 independent MIDI outputs for standard MIDI signals with 16 channels for each connector.
S/PDIF digital in & out connectors: 2 RCA connectors, for S/PDIF in (top) and S/PDIF out (bottom). Connect these to other S/PDIF compatible equipment.
Analog Line Inputs Channel 5 to 8: 4 line level inputs for standard line signal and recording via input channel 5 to 8.
Analog Line Outputs Channel 1 to 8: 8 line level outputs for standard line signal and playback via output channel 1 to 8.
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2.4 Minimum System Requirements
-Intel Pentium 4 1.0 GHz CPU or equivalent and compatible AMD CPU
-512 MB RAM
-Direct X 8.1 or higher
-one available PCIe x1, x4 or PCIe x16 slot
-DVD-ROM drive (for Cubase LE 4 installation)
-internet connection (for Cubase LE 4 activation)
-recent version of Microsoft Windows XP (SP2 or higher) or Windows Vista (32-bit & 64-bit)
-the latest chipset and mainboard utility drivers for your system must be installed
3. Hardware Installation
3.1 Preparation for Hardware Installation
The ESP1010e PCIe card and other components in the computer can be damaged easily by electrical shock. You should use an anti-static device that can discharge the static electricity of your body to avoid potential static damage to the cards. If you do not feel capable of installing a PCIe card into your computer please contact a computer specialist.
Turn off the computer power and remove the power cable from your computer power supply.
Disconnecting the Power Cord
Refer to your computer user’s manual and remove the computer cover. Make sure that you have an available PCIe slot on your motherboard to install the ESP1010e.
Removing the computer cover
To avoid possible static shock damage to the computer parts, discharge it by touching the computer case or something grounded. We recommend you use an anti-static device such as an anti-static wristband.
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