M-Audio Revolution 5.1 [18/36] Using the revolution 5 s inputs and outputs

surround receivers have a separate output for the subwoofer, but most rely

on externally powered subwoofers. You can always connect the Revolution

5.1’s subwoofer output to the line input of a powered subwoofer.

In addition to the rear panel jacks, the Revolution also has the following internal connection:

8. CD/Aux Input - While most computer CD or DVD players play through the

operating system software, we have provided an internal connector for your

CD- ROM in case you care to use it. This port would use a standard computer

internal analog audio cable. You may record and monitor from this input.

Using the Revolution 5.1’s Inputs and Outputs

The following descriptions describe in greater detail the inputs and outputs listed

above. You’ll learn even more about setting up and using these connections in the

Control Panel section of this manual.

There are three input connectors described below. Only one of them can be used for

recording at any given time, though all three can be monitored simultaneously. Use the

Control Panel’s “Input/Other” page to select which input may be recorded (please refer

to that section of the manual for more information).

Line Inputs

The Revolution 5.1 has a stereo line input. This input allows you to record CDs, audio

from video, instruments or any other sound source that outputs line level audio, with up

to 96kHz/24-bit audiophile-quality sampling.

You can set the record level for the Line Input on the Input/Other tab of the Revolution

5.1 Control Panel. You may also set the monitor level independently for the line input

from the Input/Other tab. See the Control Panel section for more details.

Mic Input

The Revolution 5.1 has a microphone input. This input is mono (one channel) and is

designed to accommodate the electrical characteristics—such as gain and impedance

factors—of a typical microphone. It can accept a small mono dynamic or condenser

microphone and it can also provide power for common electret multimedia

microphones. You can connect a small microphone for recording sound effects, voice-

recognition and videoconference applications. This input allows you to record up to

96kHz/24-bit audiophile-quality sampling.

You can set the Input level for the Mic Input on the “Input/Other” tab of the Revolution

5.1 Control Panel. You may also set the monitor level independently for the mic input

from the Input/Other tab. See the Control Panel section for more details.

CD/Aux Input

The Revolution 5.1 has an internal analog connector for a CD-ROM drive. This is

provided for your convenience if you choose to make this internal connection. If you are