ICON Cube G User manual

Series
USB Recording Audio Interface
Cube
Cube Pro
Cube G
2-In / 2-Out Recording USB Interface
4-In / 4-Out Recording USB Interface
4-In (1 Mic/1 Guitar) / 4-Out Recording USB Interface with S/PDIF and MIDI I/O
Cube Mini
Cube 4Nano
Cube DJ
Cube DJ mini
Compact 2-In (1 Mic + Switchable Mic/Guitar In) / 2-Out Recording USB Interface
4-In / 4-Out with +48V Phantom Power Recording USB Interface
4-In / 4-Out DJ Recording USB Interface
2-In / 4-Out DJ Recording USB Interface
Cube Cube Pro Cube G Cube Mini Cube 4nano Cube DJ Cube DJ Mini
N1630

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture
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 cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacture’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. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Important Safety Instructions

What's in the package
Cube
Cube Pro
Cube G
Cube Mini
Cube 4Nano
Cube DJ
Cube DJ mini
Cube
Cube Pro
Cube G
Cube Mini
Cube 4Nano
Cube DJ
Cube DJ mini
Cube
Cube Pro
Cube G
Cube Mini
Cube 4Nano
Cube DJ
Cube DJ mini
Cube
Cube Pro
Cube G
Cube Mini
Cube 4Nano
Cube DJ
Cube DJ mini
Cube
Cube Pro
Cube G
Cube Mini
Cube 4Nano
Cube DJ
Cube DJ mini
Introduction
Features
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Mac driver installation
MAC Software control panel
Windows driver installation
Windows Control Panel
Hardware Connections
Minimum System Requirements
Specifications
Services
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Introduction
Please write your serial number here for future reference:
Purchased at:
Date of purchase:
Thank you for purchasing the ICON Cube series digital audio Interface. We
sincerely trust this product will provide years of satisfactory service, but if
anything is not to your complete satisfaction, we will endeavor to make things
right.
In these pages, you'll find a detailed description of the features of the Cube
series digital audio interfaces, as well as a guided tour through their front and
rear panels, step-by-step instructions for their setup and use, and full
specifications.
You'll also find a warranty card enclosed---please don't forget to fill it out and
mail it so that you can receive online technical support at: www.icon-
global.com. And so we can send you updated information about these and
other ICON products in the future. As with most electronic devices, we strongly
recommend you retain the original packaging. In the unlikely event the product
must be returned for servicing, the original packaging (or reasonable
equivalent) is required.
With proper care and adequate air circulation, your Cube series digital audio
interface will operate without any trouble for many years. We recommend that
you record your serial number in the space provided below for future
reference.
What's in the package?
Cube/ Cube Pro/ Cube G / Cube Mini / Cube 4 Nano / Cube DJ mini
or Cube DJ USB Recording Interface
QuickStart Guide
Driver Software CD / Users' Manual
USB cable

24-Bit 96/192KHz 2-In/2-Out USB Recording Interface
2x2 analog line I/O full duplex recording and playback
2 analog inputs and 2 analog outputs on 1/4” TRS jacks
Master volume control on the front panel
1 headphone output with assignable source and individual volume control
USB2.0 High Speed equipped and USB bus-powered
Supports DirectSound, WDM and ASIO2.0
Compatible with Mac OS (Intel-Mac) and Windows XP, Vista (32-bit/64-bit)
& Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit)
Full duplex, simultaneous record/playback
Rugged aluminum construction
The ICON Cube USB Recording interface provides an audio input and output
module with USB connectivity. Main features include:
Features - Cube
5V DC USB Line Outs
12
CUBE
1
Line Ins
2

Features - Cube Pro
24-Bit 96/192KHz 4-In/4-Out USB Recording Interface
4x4 analog line I/O full duplex recording and playback
4 analog inputs and 4 analog outputs on 1/4” TRS jacks
Master volume control on the front panel
1 headphone output with assignable source and individual volume control
Flexible channel routing via the software control panel
USB2.0 High Speed equipped and USB bus-powered
Supports DirectSound, WDM and ASIO2.0
Compatible with Mac OS (Intel-Mac) and Windows XP, Vista (32-bit/64-bit)
& Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit)
Full duplex, simultaneous record/playback
Rugged aluminum construction
The ICON Cube Pro USB Recording interface provides an audio input and output
module with USB connectivity. Main features include:
USB
5V DC Line Outs
1234
Line Ins
1 2 3 4
CUBE

Features - Cube G
24-Bit 96/192KHz 4-In/4-Out USB Recording Interface
2x2 analog I/O full duplex recording and playback
1 mic input with individual gain control
1 Hi-Z input for guitar or bass with individual gain control
2 analog outputs on 1/4” TRS jacks
Master volume control on the front panel
1 headphone output with assignable source and individual volume control
S/PDIF I/O on RCA coaxial connectors
1 x 1 16-channels MIDI I/O
USB2.0 High Speed equipped and USB bus-powered
Supports DirectSound, WDM and ASIO2.0
Compatible with Mac OS (Intel-Mac) and Windows XP, Vista (32-bit/64-bit)
& Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit)
Full duplex, simultaneous record/playback
Rugged aluminum construction
The ICON Cube G USB Recording interface provides an audio input and output
module with USB connectivity. Main features include:
Midi I/O
InOut
CUBE
M
Line Outs
L
G H
Mic
USB
RLR
Line In
S/PDIF
Out In

Gain
G1 G2
Gain
CUBE
HUSB Stereo Out
G1
Hi-Z
M
MMic Gain Hi-Z/Mic
G2
G2
Features - Cube Mini
Extremely compact size: around 9cm x 9cm
24-Bit 96/192KHz 2-In/2-Out USB Recording Interface
2x2 analog I/O full duplex recording and playback
1 mic input with preamp for dynamic mic, switchable to Hi-Z input for
guitar/bass
1 Hi-Z input for guitar/bass
2 line outputs on a stereo 1/4” TRS jack
1 headphone stereo output on 1/4” TRS jack
USB2.0 High Speed equipped and USB bus-powered
Supports DirectSound, WDM and ASIO2.0
Compatible with Mac OS (Intel-Mac) and Windows XP, Vista (32-bit / 64-bit)
& Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit)
Full duplex, simultaneous record/playback
Rugged aluminum construction
The ICON Cube Mini USB Recording interface provides an audio input and output
module with USB connectivity. Main features include:

Features - Cube 4Nano
24-Bit 96/192KHz 4-In/4-Out USB Recording Interface
2x2 analog I/O full duplex recording and playback
Dual MIC/Instrument preamps with individual gain control and phantom
power switch
2 analog outputs on 1/4” TRS jacks
S/PDIF I/O on RCA coaxial connectors
1 x 1 – 16 channel MIDI I/O
Master volume control on the front panel
1 headphone output with assignable source and individual volume control
Flexible channel routing via the software control panel
USB2.0 High Speed equipped and USB bus-powered
Supports DirectSound, WDM and ASIO2.0
Compatible with Mac OS (Intel-Mac) and Windows XP, Vista (32-bit/64-bit)
& Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit)
Full duplex, simultaneous record/playback
Rugged aluminum construction
The ICON Cube 4Nano USB Recording interface provides an audio input and
output module with USB connectivity. Main features include:
CUBE

Features - Cube DJ
24 Bit 96/192KHz 4-In/4-Out USB Recording Interface for DJ
4x4 analog I/O full duplex recording and playback
4 analog inputs and 2 analog outputs on RCA jacks
1 mic input on XLR connector with gain control
Individual “Line – Phono level switch for inputs 1/2 & 3/4
Mic In – Line 1/2 In” switch for inputs ½
Master volume control cross fader allows instant switching between
output 1/2 or 3/4.
1 headphone output with assignable source and individual volume control
Flexible channel routing via the software control panel
USB2.0 High Speed equipped and USB bus-powered
Supports DirectSound, WDM and ASIO2.0
Compatible with Mac OS (Intel-Mac) and Windows XP, Vista (32-bit/64-bit)
& Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit)
Full duplex, simultaneous record/playback
Rugged aluminum construction
”
“
The ICON Cube DJ USB Recording interface provides an audio input and
output module with USB connectivity. Main features include:
CUBE

Features - Cube DJ mini
24 Bit 96/192KHz 2-In/4-Out USB Recording Interface for DJ
2x4 analog I/O full duplex recording and playback
1 mic input (Ch.1 &2) on 1/4” connector with gain control
1 headphone output (Ch.3 & 4) with assignable source and individual
volume control
Flexible channel routing via the software control panel
USB2.0 High Speed equipped and USB bus-powered
Supports DirectSound, WDM and ASIO2.0
Compatible with Mac OS (Intel-Mac) and Windows XP, Vista (32-bit/64-bit)
& Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit)
Full duplex, simultaneous record/playback
Rugged aluminum construction
2 analog outputs on RCA jacks
Master volume control on the top panel. (Ch.1 & 2）

1
Line Ins
2
Front Panel - Cube
These are unbalanced analog inputs on standard 1/4" TS connectors
at - 10dB line level.
This potentiometer controls the master output level of the analog
outputs.
This potentiometer controls the output level of the headphone output.
This output jack accepts a standard 1/4" stereo TRS headphone
connector.
LINE INPUTS 1-2:
MASTER LEVEL CONTROL:
HEADPHONE LEVEL CONTROL:
HEADPHONE OUTPUT:
Front Panel - Cube Pro
These are unbalanced analog inputs on standard 1/4" TS connectors at
-10dB line level.
This potentiometer controls the master output level of the analog
outputs.
This potentiometer controls the output level of the headphone output.
This output jack accepts a standard 1/4" stereo TRS headphone
connector.
LINE INPUTS 1-4:
MASTER LEVEL CONTROL:
HEADPHONE LEVEL CONTROL:
HEADPHONE OUTPUT:
Line Ins
1 2 3 4

G1
Hi-Z
M
MMic Gain Hi-Z/Mic
G2
G2
Front Panel - Cube G
This is unbalanced MIC level input.
This potentiometer controls the input level of its associated analog mic input.
This is hi-impedance input for guitar.
This potentiometer controls the master output level of the analog
outputs.
This potentiometer controls the output level of the headphone output.
This output jack accepts a standard 1/4" stereo TRS headphone
connector.
MIC INPUT:
INPUT GAIN LEVEL CONTROL
HI-ZI INPUT:
MASTER LEVEL CONTROL:
HEADPHONE LEVEL CONTROL:
HEADPHONE OUTPUT:
INPUT GAIN LEVEL CONTROL
This potentiometer controls the input level of its associated guitar input.
Front Panel - Cube Mini
This is hi-impedance input for guitar.
This connector accept mic or guitar input.
MIC or HI-ZI input switch for input 2.
HI-ZI INPUT:
HI-Zi / MIC INPUT:
HI-Zi / MIC INPUT SWITCH:
INPUT GAIN LEVEL CONTROL FOR MIC
This potentiometer controls the input level of its associated mic input.
M G H
Mic

Front Panel - Cube 4Nano
“MIC/INST” INPUTS 1/2
48V PHANTOM POWER SWITCH
INPUT GAIN LEVEL CONTROLS 1/2
MASTER LEVEL CONTROL
HEADPHONE LEVEL CONTROL
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
Unbalanced instrument and mic level inputs. These hybrid connectors will
accept a standard 3-pin XLR plug or a 1/4” TS connector.
Press to supply +48V phantom power to the associated XLR input. This
phantom power circuit is suitable for most condenser microphones.
These potentiometers control the input level of their associated analog
Mic/Inst/Line input.
This potentiometer controls the master output level of the analog outputs.
This potentiometer controls the output level of the headphone output.
This output jack accepts a standard 1/4 stereo TRS headphone connector.″

Front Panel - Cube DJ
“LINE/PHONO” SWITCH FOR INPUTS 1/2 & 3/4
“MIC/LINE” SWITCH FOR INPUTS 1/2
MIC INPUT CONNECTOR FOR INPUTS 1/2
MIC INPUT GAIN LEVEL CONTROL
HEADPHONE LEVEL CONTROL
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
MASTER VOLUME CONTROL CROSS FADER
Switch to adjust the input level of inputs 1/2 & 3/4 for different input devices.
Activate the button if the mic is used for inputs 1/2 otherwise use the line
input connectors (RCA) located on the rear panel.
This is unbalanced MIC level input for a dynamic microphone.
This potentiometer controls the input level of the mic.
This potentiometer controls the output level of the headphone output.
This output jack accepts a standard 1/4 stereo TRS headphone connector.
Horizontal cross fader “Master volume control” allows instant monitoring
between output 1/2 or 3/4.
″
USB2.0 High-Speed
CUBE
Master
1/2 3/4
CUBE

Front / Top Panel - Cube DJ mini
This is unbalanced MIC level input for a dynamic microphone.
This potentiometer controls the input level of the mic.
MIC INPUT CONNECTOR FOR INPUTS 1/2
MIC INPUT GAIN LEVEL CONTROL
HEADPHONE LEVEL CONTROL:
HEADPHONE OUTPUT:
MASTER LEVEL CONTROL:
This potentiometer controls the output level of the headphone output.(Ch.3 & 4)
This output jack accepts a standard 1/4" stereo TRS headphone connector.
This potentiometer controls the master output level of the analog
outputs.(Ch.1 & 2)

Rear Panel - Cube
Connect it with the provided USB cable to your computer's USB
connector. Your computer must have a USB2.0 connector to
maximize the performance of Cube.
These are unbalanced analog outputs on standard 1/4" TS connectors
at +6dBU line level.
USB 2.0 CONNECTOR:
LINE OUTPUTS 1-2:
POWER SUPPLY CONNECTOR:
Connect the 5VDC power supply to this jack using ICON AC adaptor in
case your notebook is not capable to supply sufficient power to Cube.
Note: Normally, extenal power supply is not needed, Cube series audio
interface is USB-bus powered.
Rear Panel - Cube Pro
Connect it with the provided USB cable to your computer's USB
connector. Your computer must have a USB2.0 connector to maximize
the performance of Cube Pro.
These are unbalanced analog outputs on standard 1/4" TS connectors
at +6dBU line level.
USB 2.0 CONNECTOR:
LINE OUTPUTS 1-4:
POWER SUPPLY CONNECTOR:
Connect the 5VDC power supply to this jack using ICON AC adaptor in
case your notebook is not capable to supply sufficient power to Cube Pro.
Note: Normally, extenal power supply is not needed, Cube series audio
interface is USB-bus powered.
5V DC USB Line Outs
12
USB
5V DC
Line Outs
1234

Rear / Side Panel - Cube G
Line Outs
L
USB
RLR
Line In
S/PDIF
Out In
Midi I/O
InOut
USB 2.0 CONNECTOR
LINE INPUTS 1/2
LINE OUTPUTS 1/2
S/PDIF COAXIAL I/O CONNECTORS
MIDI I/O CONNECTORS
Connect it with the provided USB cable to your Mac/PC's USB connector.
Your Mac/PC must have a USB2.0 connector in order to run the full speed
of Cube G.
These are unbalanced analog inputs on standard 1/4 TS connectors at
–10dB line level.
These are unbalanced analog outputs on standard 1/4 TS connectors at
+6dBU line level.
S/PDIF digital input and output on coaxial RCA connectors. The digital
input is selected via the Cube G's software control panel, while the digital
output will be sent to the coaxial.
MIDI input and output on standard 5-pin DIN connectors
″
″

HUSB Stereo Out
Rear / Side Panel - Cube Mini
Connect it with the provided USB cable to your computer's USB
connector. Your computer must have a USB2.0 connector i
This output jack accepts a standard 1/4" stereo TRS headphone
connector.
These are unbalanced stereo output on standard 1/4" TS connectors at
+6dBU line level.
These
USB 2.0 CONNECTOR:
HEADPHONE OUTPUT:
STEREO OUTPUT:
INPUT GAIN LEVEL CONTROL FOR HI-Z INPUTS 1 & 2:
to maximize
the performance of Cube Mini.
potentiometer control the input level of their associated guitar
input 1 & 2.
Gain
G1 G2
Gain
Rear Panel - Cube 4Nano

USB 2.0 CONNECTOR
LINE OUTPUTS 1/2
S/PDIF COAXIAL I/O CONNECTORS
MIDI I/O CONNECTORS
POWER SUPPLY CONNECTOR
Connect it with the provided USB cable to your Mac/PC's USB connector.
Your Mac/PC must have a USB2.0 connector in order to run the full speed
of Cube 4 Nano.
These are unbalanced analog outputs on standard 1/4 TS connectors at
+6dBU line level.
S/PDIF digital input and output on coaxial RCA connectors. The digital input
is selected via the Cube 4 Nano's software control panel, while the digital
output will be sent to the coaxial.
MIDI input and output on standard 5-pin DIN connectors
Cube 4 Nano is USB-bus powered. If your computer does not supply
sufficient power, connect a ICON 5VDC power supply adapter to this jack.
"
(Note: You can get the power adapter from ICON distributors/dealers near you)
Rear Panel - Cube DJ
USB 2.0 CONNECTOR
LINE INPUTS 1/2 & 3/4
LINE OUTPUTS 1/2 & 3/4
MIDI I/O CONNECTORS
Connect it with the provided USB cable to your Mac/PC's USB connector.
Your Mac/PC must have a USB2.0 connector in order to run the full speed of
Cube DJ.
These are unbalanced analog inputs on RCA connectors at –10dB line level.
These are unbalanced analog outputs on RCA connectors at +6dBU line level.
MIDI input and output on standard 5-pin DIN connectors