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PreSonus 1818VSL User Manual

AudioBox™ 1818VSL
Owner’s Manual
OverviewHookupConnecting
Software: Virtual StudioLive
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Important Safety Instructions
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this manual.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous” voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to humans.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids and no object filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
CAUTION: These service instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions. Repairs must be performed by
qualified service personnel.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry a cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades, with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Use only attachments/accessories specified by PreSonus.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer or sold with this apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as if a power-supply cord or plug is damaged; or liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen, into the apparatus; or if the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. All PreSonus products in the USA should be serviced at the PreSonus factory in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. If your product requires a repair, contact support@presonus.com to arrange for a return-authorization number. Customers outside the USA should contact their local distributor. Your distributor’s contact information is available at www.presonus.com.
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a Mains power outlet with a protective grounding/earthing connection.
16. Where the Mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
EU Directives on the Protection of the Environment and Other Euro Stuff
RoHS This product is compliant with the EU Directive 2011/65/EU for the Restriction
of the use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment. No lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg), hexavalent chromium (Cr+6), PBB or PBDE is intentionally added to this device. Any traces of impurities of these substances contained in the parts are below the RoHS specified threshold levels.
REACh This product is compliant with the European Union Directive EC1907/206 for the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of chemicals (REACh) and contains none or less than 0.1% of the chemicals listed as hazardous chemicals in the REACh regulation.
WEEE This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city recycling office or the dealer from whom you purchased the product.
CE This product complies with the European Union Council Directives and Standards relating to electromagnetic compatibility EMC Directive (2006/95/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2004/108/EC).
AudioBox™ 1818VSL
1.0 Overview — 1
1.1 Introduction — 1
1.2 Summary of AudioBox 1818VSL
Hardware Features — 2
1.3 Summary of Studio One Artist Software Features — 2
1.4 Summary of Virtual StudioLive Software Features — 3
4.1.5 Loading Scenes and Presets from VSL — 30
4.1.6 Using VSL to Create a Monitor Mix — 31
4.2 AB1818VSL Remote — 33
4.2.1 Networking your iPad and Computer — 33
4.2.2 Connecting to Virtual StudioLive — 36
4.2.3 AB1818VSL Remote: Overview Page — 37
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1.5 What is in the Box — 4
2.0 Hookup — 5
2.1 Front-Panel Connections — 5
2.2 Rear-Panel Connections — 7
2.3 Typical Band Hookup Diagram — 9
2.4 Speaker-Switching
Hookup Diagram — 10
3.0 Connecting to a Computer — 11
3.1 System Requirements — 11
3.2 Installation for Windows — 12
3.3 Installation for Mac OS X — 14
3.4 Using the AudioBox 1818VSL with
Popular Audio Applications — 15
4.2.4 Aux Mix Page — 42
4.2.5 Settings Page — 44
4.2.6 Channel Zoom Page — 46
4.3 Studio One Artist Quick Start — 47
4.3.1 Installation and Authorization — 47
4.3.2 Enabling the Audio Driver — 52
4.3.3 Configuring MIDI Devices — 53
4.3.4 Creating a New Song — 56
4.3.5 Creating Audio Tracks — 58
4.3.6 Creating MIDI Tracks — 59
4.3.7 Adding Virtual Instruments
and Plug-in Effects to Your Song — 60
5.0 Tutorials — 62
5.1 Microphone Types — 62
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4.0 Software: Virtual StudioLive and Studio One Artist — 17
4.1 Virtual StudioLive — 17
4.1.1 Virtual StudioLive: Setup — 17
4.1.2 Virtual StudioLive: Browser — 22
4.1.3 Virtual StudioLive: Overview and Fat Channel Tab — 23
4.1.4 VSL Controls: Definitions and Uses — 24
5.1.1 Condenser — 62
5.1.2 Dynamic — 62
5.1.3 USB Microphones and Other Types — 62
5.1.4 Microphone Placement — 63
5.2 A Brief Tutorial on Dynamics Processing — 66
5.2.1 Common Questions Regarding
Dynamics Processing — 66
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5.2.2 Types of Dynamic Processing — 67
5.2.3 Compression Settings: Some Starting Points — 72
5.3 Equalizers — 74
5.3.1 What is an EQ? — 74
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5.3.2 Equalization Settings: How to Find the Best and Leave the Rest — 76
5.3.3 General EQ Suggestions — 79
5.4 Aux Bus Mixing — 82
5.4.1 Monitor Mixing — 82
5.4.2 Effects Processing — 82
5.5 Digital Effects — 83
5.5.1 Reverb — 83
5.5.2 Delay — 84
5.4.3 Modulation Effects — 84
6.0 Technical Information — 85
6.1 Specifications — 85
7.0 Troubleshooting and Warranty — 87
7.1 Troubleshooting — 87
7.2 PreSonus Limited Warranty — 88
Index — 90
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Owner’s Manual

1.0 Overview

1.1 Introduction

Overview 1 Introduction 1.1
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Thank you for purchasing the PreSonus AudioBox™ 1818VSL. PreSonus Audio Electronics has designed the AudioBox 1818VSL utilizing high-grade components to ensure optimum performance that will last a lifetime. Loaded with 8 high-headroom, Class A, XMAX™ microphone preamplifiers; a built-in 18x18 USB 2.0 recording and playback engine; MIDI I/O; S/PDIF I/O; ADAT I/O; BNC word clock output; Fat Channel processing with 3-band EQs, compressors, limiters, and downward expanders; delay and reverb effects; and more, AudioBox 1818VSL breaks new boundaries for music performance and production. All you need is a computer with a USB 2.0 connection, a few microphones and cables, powered speakers, and your instruments, and you are ready to record in the studio or in front of a live audience!
We encourage you to contact us at 225-216-7887 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time) with questions or comments regarding your PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL. PreSonus Audio Electronics is committed to constant product improvement, and we value your suggestions highly. 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 AudioBox 1818VSL!
ABOUT THIS MANUAL: We suggest that you use this manual to familiarize yourself with the features, applications, and correct connection procedures for your AudioBox 1818VSL before trying to connect it to your computer. This will help you avoid problems during installation and setup.
Throughout this manual you will find Power User Tips that can quickly make you an AudioBox 1818VSL expert. In addition to the Power User Tips, you will find an assortment of audio tutorials at the back of this manual. These tutorials cover everything from microphone placement to equalizer and compression-setting suggestions.
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1.2 Summary of AudioBox 1818VSL Hardware Features

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1.2 Summary of AudioBox 1818VSL Hardware Features
• 24-bit/96 kHz sampling rate
• 8 Class A XMAX microphone preamplifiers
• 2 Instrument inputs
• 6 Line inputs
• MIDI I/O
• S/PDIF I/O
• ADAT I/O
• BNC word clock output
• High-definition analog-to-digital converters (114 dB dynamic range)
• 18x18 USB 2.0 audio interface
• Headphone output
• Rugged steel chassis
• Virtual StudioLive™ monitor-mixing software
• Studio One™ Artist
• Compatible with Cubase, Digital Performer, Logic, Nuendo, Pro Tools 9+, Sonar, Studio One, and other audio-recording software
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• Mac OS X®- and Windows®-compatible

1.3 Summary of Studio One Artist Software Features

All PreSonus audio interfaces include PreSonus Studio One Artist recording software, which comes with over 4 GB of plug-ins, loops, and samples, giving you everything you need for music recording and production. The Studio One Artist Quick Start Guide is located in Section 4.3 of this manual. You will find a complete user manual on the Studio One Artist installation DVD.
• Unlimited track count, inserts, and sends
• 20 high-quality, native plug-ins: amp modeling (Ampire), delay (Analog Delay, Beat Delay), distortion (Redlight Dist), dynamics processing (Channel Strip, Compressor, Gate, Expander, Limiter, Tricomp), equalizer (Channel Strip, Pro EQ), modulation (Autofilter, Chorus, Flange, Phaser, X-Trem), reverb (MixVerb, Room Reverb), and utility (Binaural Pan, Mixtool, Phase Meter, Spectrum Meter, Tuner)
• Over 4 GB of loops, samples, and instruments, featuring: Presence virtual sample player, Impact virtual drum machine, SampleOne virtual sampler, Mojito virtual analog-modeled subtractive synthesizer
• Innovative and intuitive MIDI mapping
• Powerful drag-and-drop functionality for faster workflow
• Mac OS X®- and Windows®-compatible
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Summary of Virtual StudioLive Software Features 1.4

1.4 Summary of Virtual StudioLive Software Features

Virtual StudioLive is a powerful monitor-mixing application that allows you to add professional dynamics processing, EQ, and effects to your monitor mixes.
• Easy drag-and-drop workflow
• Drag presets directly to channels
• Drag parts of presets directly to components in the Fat Channel
• StudioLive 16.0.2 Fat Channel with:
• High-pass Filter
• Downward Expander
• Compressor
• 3-band semi-parametric EQ
• Limiter
• Two effects buses with 32-bit floating-point reverbs and delays
• Quickly drop entire Scenes to the mixer for instant recall of all channel and effects settings
• Load effects quickly by simply dragging and dropping
• Mixer overview:
• See all of the most-used mixer parameters at once
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• See the state of all Fat Channel settings at once
• See all Aux mixes at once
• See the current effects and parameter settings
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1.5 What is in the Box

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In addition to this manual, your AudioBox 1818VSL package contains the following:
PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL USB 2.0 recording interface
6’ (1.8m) USB cable
External power supply
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Software library containing:
• PreSonus Studio One Artist program DVD plus gigabytes of third-party content
• PreSonus Virtual StudioLive and AudioBox driver CD
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2.0 Hookup

2.1 Front-Panel Connections

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Microphone Inputs. Your AudioBox 1818VSL is equipped with PreSonus XMAX microphone preamplifiers for use with all types of microphones. The XMAX has a Class A input buffer, followed by a dual-servo gain stage. This arrangement results in ultra-low noise and wide gain control, allowing you to boost signals without increasing background noise.
The eight analog inputs of the AudioBox 1818VSL feature combo jacks. This convenient connector accepts either a ¼-inch phone plug or an XLR plug.
48-volt Phantom Power. The AudioBox 1818VSL provides 48V phantom power for every microphone input, in banks of four. This feature can be individually enabled for each bank, using the buttons on the left side of the front panel.
WARNING: Phantom power is only required for condenser micro phones and can severely damage dynamic mics, especially ribbon mics. Therefore, switch
phantom power off for all channels where it is not required.
XLR connector wiring for phantom power:
Pin 1 = GND
Pin 2 = +48V
Pin 3 = +48V
Instrument Inputs. The ¼-inch TS connectors on channels 1 and 2 are for use with instruments (guitar, bass, etc.). When an instrument is plugged into the instrument input, the mic preamp is bypassed, and the AudioBox 1818VSL becomes an instrument preamplifier.
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Power User Tip: Active instruments are those that have an internal preamp or a line-level output. Active instruments should be plugged into a line input rather than into an instrument input. Plugging a line-level source into the instrument inputs on the front of the AudioBox 1818VSL not only risks damage to these inputs but also results in a very loud and often distorted audio signal.
Please note: As with any audio input device, plugging in a microphone or an instrument, or
turning phantom power on or off, will create a momentary spike in the audio output of your AudioBox 1818VSL. Because of this, we highly recommend that you turn down the channel trim before changing connections or turning phantom power on or off. This simple step will add years to life of your audio equipment.
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Line-level Inputs. Channels 3-8 of the AudioBox 1818VSL have a ¼-inch, balanced TRS connection for line-level input. When these inputs are engaged, the microphone­preamp circuit is bypassed. Typical examples of line-level connections are synthesizer outputs, CD/DVD-player outputs, and (with exceptions) signal-processor outputs.
Input Gain/Trim Control. These knobs provide the following gain structure:
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• XLR Microphone / TS ¼-inch Instrument inputs: 80 dB of variable gain (-15/-30 dB to +65/50 dB)
• TRS ¼-inch Line Level inputs: 40 dB of variable gain (-20 dB to +20 dB)
Clip Indicator. All channels feature clip LEDs next to the trim controls. The red clip indicator LED will illuminate when the channel’s input signal reaches 0 dBFS. At this level, your mic preamp/line trim signal will exhibit signs of clipping (distortion).
Power User Tip: Never run your input levels higher than the channel inputs can handle. If you overdrive the analog-to-digital converters, it will cause digital distortion (digital clipping), which sounds terrible. The XMAX™ preamps in your AudioBox 1818 VSL provide plenty of headroom; take advantage of it.
Phones. The Phones knob controls the volume of the headphone output on the front of the unit. The headphone amplifier is quite powerful, and the volume goes to 11, so use the maximum setting with extreme caution.
Main. The Main knob controls the output level for the Main Outputs on the back of the AudioBox 1818VSL, with a range of -80 dB to 0 dB.
USB Sync LED. This LED will illuminate blue when the AudioBox 1818VSL is properly powered and synced to a USB 2.0 connection. It will flash blue and red when the unit is properly powered but no USB connection is detected.
¼-inch Phones Jack. This is where you connect headphones to your AudioBox 1818VSL.
Main Output Meters. These meters display the signal level going to the Main and Line 1/2 Outputs on the back panel of the AudioBox 1818VSL. The level set by the Main Output knob on the front panel has no effect on the metered level.
Power User Tip: Because Outputs 1 and 2 share the same signal source, you can use these meters to monitor that output pair as well.
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2.2 Rear-Panel Connections

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Line Outputs. The AudioBox 1818VSL has eight line outputs to route to external devices, such as headphone amps and DJ mixers. Outputs 1 and 2 share their playback streams with the Main Outs. Outputs 7 and 8 share their playback streams with the headphone output. Outputs 3 through 6 have independent playback streams.
Main Out. These are the main outputs for the AudioBox 1818VSL. The output level of the Main Outs is controlled by the Main volume knob on the front of the unit.
MIDI I/O. MIDI stands for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface.” MIDI inputs and outputs allow connection to, and communication with, external MIDI equipment. One function of these ports is MIDI sequencing but the MIDI protocol can be used for much more than instruments and sequencing.
NOTE: MIDI is not audio but is frequently used to trigger or control an audio source (such as a plug-in or synthesizer). It’s important to ensure that your MIDI data is correctly sent and received by the appropriate hardware or software devices. If the devices generate audio, you may also need to return the audio to an AudioBox 1818VSL input channel. Please consult the User’s Manuals of your MIDI devices for help with MIDI setup and usage.
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S/PDIF In and Out Jacks. The S/PDIF standard allows two channels of audio to be transmitted at rates up to 24 bit, 96 kHz. The S/PDIF I/O also allows the AudioBox 1818VSL to send and receive word clock to external digital devices.
Power User Tip: Remember to set “S/PDIF” as the Clock Source and set the sample rate to correspond to the external device in the AudioBox VSL Setup Tab (Windows) or in Audio MIDI Setup (OS X) when using the S/PDIF input for external sync.
ADAT–S/MUX Input and Output. These are ADAT–S/MUX connections for your external digital devices. When recording or playing back at 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz, the ADAT input and output will stream 8 channels. When recording or playing back at
88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, each connection will stream 4 channels. The ADAT–S/MUX I/O also allows the AudioBox to send and receive word clock to external digital devices.
Power User Tip: Remember to select “ADAT ” as the Clock Source and set the sample rate to correspond the external device in the AudioBox VSL Setup Tab (Windows) or in Audio MIDI Setup (OS X) when using the ADAT input for external sync.
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BNC Sync Output. This is a 75Ω word clock output that allows the AudioBox 1818VSL to transmit word clock information to other digital audio devices.
Power User Tip: A 75Ω BNC word clock cable is required to achieve proper sync.
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USB 2.0 Port. This is where you connect the USB cable from your AudioBox 1818VSL to your computer. The AudioBox 1818VSL must be connected to a USB 2.0 port to work properly.
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Power Input. This is where you connect the power supply for your AudioBox 1818VSL. The AudioBox 1818VSL cannot be bus powered.
Power Switch. This is the On/Off switch for your AudioBox 1818VSL.
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Typical Band Hookup Diagram 2.3

2.3 Typical Band Hookup Diagram

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2.4 Speaker-Switching Hookup Diagram

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System Requirements 3.1

3.0 Connecting to a Computer

Your AudioBox 1818VSL is a rugged USB 2.0 audio interface with flexible monitoring control and professional audio tools.
3.1 System Requirements
Below are the minimum computer-system requirements for PreSonus Studio One Artist and Virtual StudioLive software.*
Mac
• Operating Systems:
• Mac OS X 10.6 or higher
• Hardware:
• Minimum: Intel® Core™ Duo Processor, 2 GB RAM
• Recommended: Intel Core 2 Duo or Intel iCore
Windows
• Operating Systems (32- or 64-bit):
• Windows 7, Vista
processor or better, 2 GB or more RAM
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• Hardware:
• Minimum: Intel Core Duo or AMD Athlon™ X2 processor, 2 GB RAM
• Recommended: Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon X4 or better, 4 GB or more RAM
NOTE: The speed of your processor, amount of RAM, and capacity, size, and speed of your hard drives will greatly affect the overall performance of your recording system. A faster processor and more RAM can reduce signal latency (delay) and improve overall performance.
*Subject to change. Check www.presonus.com for updates.
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3.2 Installation for Windows

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3.2 Installation for Windows
The AudioBox installer requires that your AudioBox 1818VSL be connected to your computer. Connect your AudioBox 1818VSL to an available USB 2.0 port and insert the Installation CD into your disc drive. The AudioBox installer will auto-launch and take you through each step of the installation process. Please read each message carefully.
It is recommended that you quit all applications before you start the installation.
Windows Vista Users: If you see any Windows Security alerts, click “Install this driver software anyway.”
1. The installer will open to the Welcome screen.
Click “Next.”
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2. You will be asked if you would like the installer to automatically create an icon on your desktop for AudioBox Virtual StudioLive software.
This software allows you to create near-zero latency monitor mixes with dynamics and effects. Creating a desktop icon will provide you with quick access to these controls.
Click “Next.”
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3. The installer will now scanned your computer, you will be prompted to begin the installation. If your AudioBox is not detected by the installer, you will prompted to connect it.
Click “Install Driver.”
4. Once the driver has been installed successfully, you will be alerted.
Click “Next” to finish the installation.
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5. In order for the driver to operate properly, you must restart your computer.
Click “Finish” to automatically reboot your computer.
6. Once your computer has restarted, connect your AudioBox 1818VSL.
Your AudioBox 1818VSL is now ready to use!
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3.3 Installation for Mac OS X

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3.3 Installation for Mac OS X
After inserting the Installation CD into your disc drive, browse the disc, and run the AudioBox 1818VSL installer, which will take you through each step of the installation process. Please read each message carefully and be especially careful that you do not connect your AudioBox too soon.
1. You will be directed to the Welcome screen. Click “Continue” and follow the onscreen instructions.
2. You will be directed to choose the hard drive onto which you want to install the drivers and Virtual StudioLive software. You must choose your system drive; storage drives and partitions cannot be used as hosts for the driver.
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When installation is completed, you will find the Universal Control program in your Applications folder. It is recommended that you place this in your Dock.
Click “Install.”
3. When installation is completed, your computer will restart. Once it has rebooted, connect your AudioBox 1818VSL to your Mac with a USB cable and power it on. You are now ready to use your AudioBox 1818VSL!
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Using the AudioBox 1818VSL with Popular Audio Applications 3.4

3.4 Using the AudioBox 1818VSL with Popular Audio Applications

Apple Logic Pro/Express 7+:
Complete setup instructions for Studio One Artist and a brief tutorial on its features can be found in Section 4.3 of this manual. However, you can use your AudioBox 1818VSL with any audio-recording application that supports Core Audio or ASIO. Please consult the documentation that came with your audio application for specific instructions on how to select the AudioBox 1818VSL driver as the audio-device driver for your software.
Below are basic driver-setup instructions for four popular audio applications.
1. Launch Logic Pro/Express.
2. Go to Logic | Preferences | Audio.
3. Click on the Devices Tab .
4. On the Core Audio tab, check Enabled.
5. Select PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL from the device menu.
6. You will be asked if you’d like to relaunch Logic. Click “try (re)launch.”
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7. Your AudioBox 1818VSL features custom I/O labels for faster workflow. To enable these labels for use in Logic, go to Options | Audio | I/O Labels.
8. The second column in the pop-up window will be named “Provided by Driver.” Activate each of these labels for your AudioBox 1818VSL. When you are done, close this window.
9. You are now ready to use your AudioBox 1818VSL.
1. Launch Cubase.
2. Go to Devices | Device Setup.
3. Select “VST Audio System” from the Devices column in the Device Setup.
4. Select PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL from the ASIO Driver dropdown list.
5. Click “Switch” to begin using the AudioBox 1818VSL driver.
6. Once you have successfully changed the driver, go to Devices | VST Connections to enable your input and output buses.
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3.4 Using the AudioBox 1818VSL with Popular Audio Applications
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1. Launch Sonar.
2. Go to Options | Audio... and click on the Advanced tab.
3. Change the Driver Mode to “ASIO.” (Using WDM, rather than
ASIO, for pro-audio applications is not recommended.)
4. Click the “OK” button.
5. Restart Sonar.
6. Go to Options | Audio... and click on the Drivers tab.
7. Highlight all input and output drivers begin­ning with “PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL.”
8. Go to Options | Audio... and click on the General tab.
9. Set the Playback Timing Master to “ PreSonus AudioBox... DAW Out 1.”
10. Set the Recording Timing Master to “PreSonus AudioBox... Mic/Inst 1.”
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Ableton Live 5+
1. Launch Ableton Live
2. Go to Options | Preferences | Audio
3. Choose Driver Type: Asio | Audio Device: ASIO PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL
4. Go to Input Config: Enable and select the desired Input channels.
5. Go to Output Config: Enable and select the desired Output channels.
6. You may now select the AudioBox 1818VSL’s inputs and outputs for each track created in Live.
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1. Launch ProTools
1. Go to Setup | Hardware and select AudioBox 1818VSL from the Peripherals list. Click OK.
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1. Go to Setup | Playback Engine and select AudioBox 1818VSL from the menu at the top of the window. Click OK.
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4.0 Software: Virtual StudioLive and Studio One Artist

Your AudioBox 1818VSL comes with a powerful software bundle that provides everything you need to record, produce and mix an album. This software package, including Virtual StudioLive™ (VSL) and Studio One™ Artist, is designed to help you get the most from your studio.

4.1 Virtual StudioLive

Virtual StudioLive is a powerful monitoring software that essentially turns your AudioBox 1818VSL into a mini-StudioLive™ 16.0.2. VSL provides control of channel, effects bus, and Main bus levels; Fat Channel parameters; and effects. VSL also includes a librarian, allowing you to easily manage your presets and mix Scenes.
Controlling VSL is as easy as drag-and-drop. Load Fat Channel presets and Scenes by simply dragging them onto the channel or mixer overview. You can load Fat Channel presets as a complete channel strip or as individual gate, compressor, and EQ presets. You can even drag presets out of the browser and exchange them with other AudioBox 22/44/1818VSL owners.
4.1.1 Virtual StudioLive: Setup
The VSL Setup tab lets you set basic driver parameters such as buffer size and sample rate and enables you to adjust the user preferences in VSL. To access the Setup options, click on the Setup Tab button at the top of the VSL window.
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Meter Decay Sets the Response Time for the Meters in the Device Window.
VSL gives you the option to set the response time for the channel meters. By default, this is set to Normal. Enable Slow Meter decay to more accurately meter the peaks and falls of the signal. Enable Fast Metering to monitor your signal in real time.
Meter Peak Hold Sets the Clip Indicator to Remain Illuminated.
When this option is enabled, the clip indicator on any given channel meter in VSL will remain illuminated until manually cleared, even if the signal is no longer clipping. The meters will also display the last peak value until a new peak is established. To clear the clip indicator, click on it with your mouse.
Meter Post Fader Sets the Channel Metering to Post Fader Signal
When this option is enabled, the channel meters in VSL will display the signal level after it has been boosted or attenuated by the channel fader. By default, all metering in VSL is pre-fader.
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Run at Startup (Windows Only) Launches the Virtual StudioLive Application Automatically on Startup.
When this is enabled, VSL will automatically launch each time you boot your Windows.
On the Mac, you can set this up first by dragging VSL to your dock, then by right-clicking it and selecting Options>Open at Login.
Please Note: VSL is disabled when it is not launched and all audio routing must be made either in your DAW or in your system preferences.
Sample Rate Selector (OS X Only) Changes Sample Rate.
Sets the sample rate to 44.1, 48, 88.2, or 96 kHz.
A higher sample rate will increase the fidelity of the recording. It will also increase the file size and the amount of system resources necessary to process the audio.
Changing the sample rate will produce a momentary popping noise. Because of this, it is recommended that you turn the Main and Phones volumes down on your AudioBox prior to changing the sample rate.
On Windows systems, the sample rate is set from inside your host audio application.
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Performance (OS X only) Changes VSL’s Input Monitoring Buffer Size.
VSL offers three Performance modes for input monitoring: Fastest, Normal, and Safe. These modes allow you to adjust the VSL’s buffer to either lower the input latency or increase it depending on your computer’s speed.
• Fastest: Sets VSL’s input buffer to 1 millisecond.
• Normal: Sets VSL’s input buffer to 2 milliseconds.
• Safe: Sets VSL’s input buffer to 4 milliseconds.
For most machines, Normal mode will provide excellent stability with nominal latency.
Buffer Size Selector (Windows only) Changes the Buffer Size.
You can set the buffer size from 64 (44.1 or 48 kHz) or 128 (88.2 or 96 kHz) to 2048 samples. The buffer size determines the roundtrip time it takes audio data to be converted from analog to digital and back to analog. As a general rule, the higher the buffer size, the better the system performance, but the less playable virtual instruments and the like become. In general, 512 samples (11 to 12 milliseconds) will provide you with a large enough buffer for optimum system performance, but low enough to be unobtrusive. You should set your buffer size and sample rate prior to launching your host application.
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On the Mac, the buffer size is set from inside your host application.
Power User Tip: The buffer size you set in VSL (Windows) or in your audio application (Mac OS X), applies only to the driver’s performance in your ASIO or Core Audio application.
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ADAT Mode (Windows Only) Sets ADAT I/O to ADAT or S/MUX Mode
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When recording or playing back at 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz, the ADAT I/O on the AudioBox 1818VSL will provide 8 audio channels over the optical inputs and outputs. When recording or playing back at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, these connections will provide 4 audio channels.
In order to record or playback at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz over ADAT, you must set the correct Input and Output ADAT Modes. AudioBox VSL provides two modes:
ADAT 8x8: Channels 1-8 (44.1/48 kHz)
ADAT SMUX 4x4: Channels 1-4 (88.2/96 kHz)
If you are recording at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, you must set the ADAT In Mode to “ADAT SMUX 4x4” in addition to setting the correct sample rate.
If you are outputting audio through the optical outputs on your AudioBox 1818VSL at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, you must set the ADAT Out Mode to “ADAT SMUX 4x4” .
By default, these Modes are set to ADAT 8x8. As long as you are using your AudioBox 1818VSL at 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz, you do not need to make any changes.
Power User Tip: Failure to set the correct ADAT Mode for the sample rate being used will result in audio artifacts. Setting ADAT mode is not necessary when using Analog or S/PDIF I/O at higher sample rates.
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ADAT Mode (OS X Only) Sets ADAT I/O to ADAT or S/MUX Mode
When recording or playing back at 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz, the ADAT I/O on the AudioBox 1818VSL will provide 8 audio channels over the optical inputs and outputs. When recording or playing back at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, these connections will provide 4 audio channels.
In order to record or playback at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz over ADAT, you must set the correct Input and Output ADAT Modes. These settings are available in OS X’s Audio MIDI Setup Utility.
By default, these Modes are set to 18ch-24bit. As long as you are using your AudioBox 1818VSL at 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz, you do not need to make any changes.
To record or playback at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, open the Audio MIDI Setup Utility on your Mac (Applications/Utilities/Audio MIDI Setup).
Once Audio MIDI Setup opens, click on the Audio window. If the Audio window doesn’t open when Audio MIDI Setup first opens, go to Window and select “Show Audio window.”
Select “AudioBox 1818VSL” from the audio device list on the left. To the left of the Sample Rate selection menu, you will find the ADAT Mode menu:
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18ch -24bit: Channels 1-8 (44.1/48 kHz)
14ch - 24bit: Channels 1-4 (88.2/96 kHz)
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Power User Tip: Failure to set the correct ADAT Mode for the sample rate being used will result in audio artifacts. Setting ADAT mode is not necessary when using Analog or S/PDIF I/O at higher sample rates.
Clock Source Select (Windows Only)
If you are recording at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, you must set the ADAT Input Mode to “14ch -24bit” in addition to setting the correct sample rate.
If you are outputting audio through the optical outputs on your AudioBox 1818VSL at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, you must set the ADAT Output Mode to “14ch - 24bit” .
Changes the Clock Source for the AudioBox 1818VSL.
The clock-source setting determines the port from which the AudioBox 1818VSL is receiving word clock information. This keeps the AudioBox in sync with other digital devices. You can choose between Internal, S/PDIF, or ADAT.
In general, you will want the AudioBox 1818VSL to be your master clock, in which case you should set the clock to “Internal”. This setting also means that your AudioBox is generating word clock and sending this information out of its digital outputs.
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Power User Tip: When slaved to an external clock, the AudioBox 1818VSL will not automatically change its sample rate to match the external clock. As a result, it may fail to sync to the clock source. If your AudioBox is not syncing to an external source, make sure that both your master device and the AudioBox 1818VSL are set to the same sample rate.
Setting Clock Source (OS X)
If you want the AudioBox to receive sync from an external device, choose the digital input to which the external device is connected (S/PDIF or ADAT). The AudioBox 1818VSL’s sync light will flash from blue to red. When the AudioBox is in sync, the light will be blue.
Using Audio MIDI Setup to Set the Clock Source for the AudioBox 1818VSL.
The clock-source setting determines the port from which the AudioBox 1818VSL is receiving word clock information. This keeps the AudioBox in sync with other digital devices. You can choose between Internal, S/PDIF, or ADAT.
In general, you will want the AudioBox 1818VSL to be your master clock, in which case you should set the clock to “Internal.” This setting also means that your AudioBox is generating word clock and sending this information out of its digital outputs.
If you want the AudioBox to receive sync from an external device, open the Audio MIDI Setup Utility on your Mac (Applications/Utilities/Audio MIDI Setup).
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Once Audio MIDI Setup opens, click on the Audio window. If the Audio window doesn’t open when Audio MIDI Setup first opens, go to Window and select “Show Audio window.”
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Main to S/PDIF In Bypasses the SPDIF Input and Routes Main Mix to DAW Inputs 9 and 10.
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Select “AudioBox 1818VSL” from the audio device list on the left. Using the Clock Source pull-down menu, choose the digital input to which the external device is connected (S/PDIF or ADAT). The AudioBox’s sync light will flash from blue to red. When the AudioBox is in sync, the light will be blue.
Power User Tip: When slaved to an external clock, the AudioBox will not automatically change its sample rate to match the external clock. As a result, it may fail to sync to the clock source. If your AudioBox is not syncing to an external source, make sure that both your master device and the AudioBox are set to the same sample rate.
VSL gives you the option to record the Main Mix in your DAW application. This means that whatever you are listening to through your AudioBox 1818VSL Main Outputs will be recorded in your DAW by record-enabling Inputs 9 and 10 (S/PDIF Left and Right).
When this option is selected, you will not be able to record the signal connected to the physical SPDIF input on the back of your AudioBox 1818VSL on its own. However, if the S/PDIF stereo input is a part of the Main Mix in VSL, it will be recorded as part of the mix.
It should be noted that the Main Level knob on the front of the AudioBox 1818VSL will not have any effect on the recording.
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Power User Tip: Do not route the track on which you are recording the Main Mix in your DAW to Outputs 1-8. This will send the Main Mix back to the DAW input channels in VSL and create a feedback loop. It is highly recommended that you either do not select an output for the Main Mix recording track in your DAW.
Main to S/PDIF Out Patches the Main Mix to the S/PDIF Output.
This preference allows you to patch the Main Mix to your S/PDIF output. This is especially useful when utilizing a studio control center with a S/PDIF input (like the PreSonus Central Station).
When this preference is enabled, the Main Mix in VSL will be routed to the S/PDIF output on the back of your AudioBox 1818VSL in addition to your Main Outputs and Line Outputs 1/2.
Power User Tip: When this preference is enabled, you will not be able to patch signal from your DAW directly to the S/PDIF output on your AudioBox 1818VSL.
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4.1.2 Virtual StudioLive: Browser

When you first launch VSL, notice the Browser window along the right side of the screen. The Browser in VSL functions similarly to the Browser in Studio One. From the Browser, you can see all of your Scenes, Fat Channel presets, and FX presets that are saved on your computer. You can also create new settings from this window. Simply drag­and-drop a Scene or preset to load it on your AudioBox 1818VSL.
Browser Tab Buttons Displays the Different Preset Categories.
All of your Scenes and presets are contained in dedicated folders in VSL. To view a specific set of presets, simply click on its tab.
• SCENE. Displays stored Scenes. A Scene is like a snapshot of your mix. It stores all Fat Channel parameters for every input and bus, as well as fader positions, the aux and effects mixes, FX bus settings, and channel mutes and solos. Creating a Scene requires simply dialing in a mix that you would like to use at a later date and saving it.
• FAT CH. Displays stored Fat Channel presets. VSL comes equipped with Fat Channel presets that have been custom-designed by professional audio engineers. These presets can be altered, renamed, and overwritten; you can build your own nearly limitless custom library of channel-strip settings.
• FX. Displays stored effects presets. VSL comes loaded with 50 custom reverb and delay presets designed by PreSonus. In addition to these presets, you can build your own nearly limitless custom effects library. The factory presets can be altered, renamed, and overwritten.
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Add New Button Creates a New Scene or Preset.
Just below the Browser tabs, you will see the Add New button. Clicking this button will immediately create a new Scene or preset.
Remove Button Deletes a Stored Scene or Preset.
Right next to the Add New button, you will find the Remove button. Clicking this button will delete the currently selected, stored Scenes or presets.
Show/Hide Browser Displays/Hides the Browser Window.
The Browser can be hidden from view to provide more real-estate for
your mix. Simply click on the “Hide Browser” button to close the Browser.
To reopen the Browser, click on the “Show Browser” button in the upper
right corner of your VSL window.
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4.1.3 Virtual StudioLive: Overview and Fat Channel Tab

VSL provides you with two ways to look at your mix and to dial in FX settings: The Overview and Fat Channel Tabs.
The Overview Tab provides you with a complete graphical representation of your Virtual StudioLive mix environment.
The Fat Channel Tab opens a detailed overview of the Fat Channel parameters for the currently selected channel. The Fat Channel Tab can be opened either from the tab button at the top of the VSL window or by simply double-clicking on any of the microviews.
From either tab you can:
• Adjust levels for all analog and digital inputs, all eight playback streams, both effects buses, the main output level of the entire mix, and the output levels of each monitor mix.
• Adjust the panning for the analog and digital inputs and playback streams
• Adjust the send level for both the analog and digital inputs and playback streams to each FX bus
• Adjust the send level for each channel to outputs 3 and 4, 5 and 6, and 7 and 8
• Adjust the parameters for the FX preset on each FX bus
• Solo and mute each analog input and playback stream
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• Meter the inputs and outputs
From either the Overview or the Fat Channel tab, you can access the show/hide channel buttons to help keep your mix organized. You can hide the following channel groups from your mix: ADAT, DAW Returns, and Outputs.
Show/Hide ADAT Inputs Button Displays/Removes ADAT Input Channels from the Mix.
When this button is enabled, the ADAT input channels will be displayed in the mixer. If you disable this button, you will no longer see the ADAT channels in the mixer; however, any changes or routing that have been made will still be active, and these channels will still be heard in your mixes.
Show/Hide DAW Returns Button Displays/Removes DAW Playback Streams from the Mix.
When this button is enabled, DAW Playback Streams 1 through 8 will be displayed in the mixer. If you disable this button, you will no longer see these channels in the mixer; however, any changes or routing that have been made will still be active, and these channels will still be heard in your mixes.
Please Note: From VSL, you only have access to DAW Returns 1-8. The ADAT and S/PDIF output streams can only be accessed from your DAW.
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Show/Hide Outputs Button Displays/Removes Output Channels from the Mix.
When this button is enabled, the stereo output channels will be displayed in the mixer. If you disable this button, you will no longer see the stereo outputs in the mixer; however, any changes or routing that have been made will still be active, and you will still be able to hear your monitor mixes through all eight outputs.
This button will not remove the Main Output from the mixer. This output is always visible.
Please Note: From VSL, you can create and send mixes to all eight Line Outputs on your AudioBox 1818VSL. Outputs 1 and 2 share a mix with the Main Outputs, so the mix you create for your Main Outputs will be heard through both pairs of outputs. Outputs 7 and 8 share a mix with the headphone output, so creating a mix for Outputs 7 and 8 will send an identical mix stream to the headphone output on the front panel of the AudioBox 1818VSL.
4.1.4 VSL Controls: Definitions and Uses
VSL is a powerful application that allows you to create monitor mixes using all of the processing features of a StudioLive 16.0.2 digital mixer. These monitor mixes are not recorded in your host application. It is vital to remember that lowering the channel fader in VSL will not lower the signal in your host application, so it is possible to clip the recording without clipping the monitor mix. You must set the level for the recording using the trim knobs on the face of the AudioBox 1818VSL.
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A quick note on playback streams: The channels labeled “DAW” in VSL carry a playback stream from your host application (DAW). Traditionally, if you wanted to route a track in your DAW to a physical output on your interface, you assigned this output in your host application. Because the Virtual StudioLive application provides much more flexible routing, you can now route this same track to one output or every output, by itself or as part of a mix.
VSL On/Off Enables / Disables VSL Mixing.
When the VSL On/Off button is disengaged, your AudioBox 1818VSL functions as a simple 18x18 audio interface with no monitor mix or DSP capability. If you plan on mixing exclusively in your DAW or do not need to create monitor mixes using your computer, disabling VSL can greatly simplify your work environment.
When VSL is turned on, you will have access to all its mixing capability on your computer.
VSL is automatically disabled when you quit the application.
Select Button Accesses the Fat Channel.
Above each fader in VSL, you will see Select buttons. There is a Select button on each of the analog and digital inputs, each DAW return, on both effects buses, and on the Main output bus. Each of these buttons serves exactly the same purpose: to access the Fat Channel parameters for its channel or bus.
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