Esi U46 XL [4/18] Introduction

U46 XL ESI

1. Introduction

Thank you for choosing the ESI U46 XL.

U46 XL is an ideal mobile recording interface for both laptop and desktop computers. It offers 4

input and 6 output channels in a solid portable and stylish unit. It's the perfect solution for playback

and recording applications on the road - all in a rugged and compact package that can travel with

you everywhere.

The line level inputs and outputs are provided via RCA connectors. There is even a professional

microphone input with XLR input, +48V phantom power support and adjustable input gain, a Hi-Z

instrument input as well as a headphone output with separate volume control.

There is more: U46 XL is bus powered from your PC or Mac, which means that typically no

external power supply is needed for its operation.

With its EWDM driver interface, U46 XL can be used perfectly with all current audio applications,

even including professional recording and DJ programs from various companies. ASIO, MME,

WDM, CoreAudio and DirectX support is provided. U46 XL works under Windows and Mac OS X.

Even if you are an experienced professional, please take some time to read through this user manual

and familiarize yourself with the features and operation of U46 XL. You may also want to refer to

your audio software’s documentation to better understand how U46 XL works with your program.

1.1 What’s in the box

- U46 XL USB audio interface

- Installation and Driver CD

- Steinberg Cubase LE 4 DVD

- User’s Guide

- USB cable

1.2 Key Features

- 4-in 6-out multi purpose USB audio interface

- 4 line inputs (mono)

- XLR microphone input with gain control

- +48V phantom power for condenser microphone

- direct instrument input for electric guitars (Hi-Z) with gain control

- 6 line level analog outputs with separate mix outputs

- headphone out with level control

- 4 channel recording and 6 channel playback at the same time – Full Duplex

- 4-in 6-out at 44.1 kHz, 4-in 4-out at 48 kHz

- WDM, MME, ASIO, CoreAudio and DirectSound support

- compatible with Windows XP/Vista and Mac OS X