Native Instruments Guitar Rig Mobile Application guide
HARDWARE REFERENCE
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Manual written by Alexander Stamm
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Product Version: 4.0 (09/2009)
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Table Of Contents
1 WelcometoGUITARRIGMOBILE!.......................................................................................6
2 BeforeyouStart–ImportantNotes....................................................................................7
2.1 SerialNumbers&Nameplate...................................................................................7
2.2 UsingtheUnitSafely...............................................................................................7
2.2.1 Warning ........................................................................................... 7
2.2.2 Caution ........................................................................................... 8
2.2.3 Disposal Notice ................................................................................ 8
2.3 Disclaimer..............................................................................................................9
3 PartsoftheGUITARRIGMOBILEI/OAudioInterface......................................................... 10
4 InstallationunderWindowsXP/WindowsVista............................................................... 12
4.1 SoftwareInstallation............................................................................................. 12
4.2 HardwareInstallation............................................................................................ 15
4.3 Conguration........................................................................................................ 18
4.3.1 Conguring GUITAR RIG 4 ................................................................18
4.3.2 Using GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O as your Default Audio Interface ............ 20
4.4 AudioConnectionsandLevels................................................................................22
4.4.1 Connecting the Input and Adjusting the Input Level ............................. 22
4.4.2 The Input Level of GUITAR RIG 4 ..................................................... 23
4.4.3 Connecting the Output ..................................................................... 24
5 InstallationunderMacOSX............................................................................................26
5.1 SoftwareInstallation.............................................................................................26
5.2 HardwareInstallation............................................................................................28
5.3 Conguration........................................................................................................28
5.3.1 Conguring GUITAR RIG 4 ............................................................... 29
5.3.2 Using GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O as your Default Audio Interface ............ 30
5.4 AudioConnectionsandLevels................................................................................31
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5.4.1 Connecting the Input and Adjusting the Input Level ............................. 32
5.4.2 The Input Level of GUITAR RIG 4 ..................................................... 33
5.4.3 Connecting the Output ..................................................................... 34
6 Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................36
6.1 AudioIssues.........................................................................................................37
6.1.1 No Sound or Low Volume ................................................................. 37
6.1.2 Distorted Signal .............................................................................. 37
6.1.3 Noise ............................................................................................ 37
6.1.4 Ground Loops ................................................................................. 38
6.2 Hardware-RelatedProblems..................................................................................38
6.2.1 Driver Issues .................................................................................. 38
6.2.2 USB Issues .................................................................................... 39
6.2.3 Using GUITAR RIG MOBILE with a Laptop ......................................... 40
7 TechnicalSpecications................................................................................................. 41
7.1 JacksandSockets................................................................................................ 41
7.2 AudioSpecications..............................................................................................42
7.3 PowerSupply........................................................................................................44
7.4 DimensionsandWeight.........................................................................................44
7.5 EnvironmentalSpecications.................................................................................45
7.6 SystemRequirements............................................................................................45
7.6.1 General System Specications .......................................................... 45
7.6.2 Supported Driver Interfaces .............................................................. 45
7.6.3 Supported Platforms ...................................................................... 45
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1 Welcome to GUITAR RIG MOBILE!
GUITAR RIG MOBILE is a professional recording-solution for guitar and bass. It comprises
the ultra-compact GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O audio interface and the ESSENTIAL version of
the critically acclaimed GUITAR RIG 4 software.
The GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O is a studio-quality audio-interface that connects to your com-
puter via high-speed USB 2.0. It features a Hi-Z input for electric guitars and bass guitars and
a stereo line-out to connect to a hi- system, a mixer, a pair of active speakers or headphones.
The GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O audio-interface is designed for use with Native Instruments
GUITAR RIG 4 software but will work with most professional audio software.
In this manual, you will learn more about GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O’s features and how to
make the best use of them. Please read the manual carefully in order to get acquainted with
the product.
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2 Before you Start – Important Notes
First things rst; before using GUITAR RIG MOBILE, it is advised that you read this chapter
carefully.
2.1 Serial Numbers & Nameplate
GUITAR RIG MOBILE comes with two serial numbers. The GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O hardware
serial number can be found on the bottom of the product, while the serial number for the
included version of GUITAR RIG 4 is located on the cover of the installation CD.
The nameplate is located on the bottom of the product. It lists the product model name and
other technical information.
2.2 Using the Unit Safely
Please read the following instructions thoroughly to prevent from health risks and damaging
the product.
2.2.1 Warning
To prevent hearing damage, always follow these important security advices:
•
This Product, in combination with an amplier, headphones or speakers, can produce
sounds in decibel ranges that may cause hearing damage.
•
For protection, set all volume levels to a minimum before using GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O.
Gradually raise the volume controls while music is playing to set the desired listening level.
•
Do not operate it at high volume levels for long periods. If you experience any hearing prob-
lems or ringing in the ears, consult an audiologist immediately.
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2.2.2 Caution
To make sure that the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O or any device connected is not damaged
during usage or maintenance, it is important you follow these instructions:
•
Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble or modify the internal parts. The device
contains no user-serviceable parts. If it appears to be malfunctioning, discontinue use im-
mediately and have it inspected by qualied service personnel.
• Do not expose the unit to rain, nor use it near water or in damp or wet conditions.
• Do not allow any objects or liquids of any kind to penetrate the unit.
•
Never use or store the unit in areas that are subject to temperature extremes (e.g. direct
sunlight in an enclosed vehicle or near heat-generating equipment) or high levels of vibra-
tion.
•
Do not place the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O in an unstable position where it is possible the
unit could accidentally fall. Remove all connected cables before moving the unit.
•
Before turning the power on or off for any component, set all volume levels to their minimum.
• Do not use excessive force on the knobs or connectors.
•
When cleaning the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O, use a soft, dry cloth. Never use paint thinners,
solvents, cleaning uids or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.
2.2.3 Disposal Notice
Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or if you wish to dispose it, please ob-
serve the regulations of your area and country that relate to the disposal of electronic products.
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2.3 Disclaimer
Native Instruments GmbH cannot be held responsible for damage or lost or destroyed data
caused by improper use or modication to the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O.
The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of release.
However, Native Instruments reserves the right to make changes to the specications at any
time without notice or obligation to update existing units.
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3 Parts of the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O Audio
Interface
1
The input socket (¼” jack, TRS stereo) will accept instrument level signals. It allows you
to connect a variety of different sound sources, including your electric guitar or bass. For
stereo input, a split (insert cable / y-cable, not included) is needed.
2 The input level control allows adjusting the amplication of the incoming audio signal.
3 The input activity LED indicates the level of the audio signal at the input. A green light
shows that a signal is present, while a red light indicates clipping, meaning that the input
level is set too high.
4 The output socket (¼” jack, TRS stereo) transmits the output signal received from your
computer application, such as GUITAR RIG 4 or your sequencer. Depending on your
amplication system, a split (insert cable / y-cable, not included) might be needed for
stereo transmission.
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5
The output level control. Turn down volume before connecting anything to the output,
especially headphones.
6
The USB activity LED shows that the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O is connected to a USB
port.
7
The USB port allows connecting the unit to your computer. Your computer must fulll the
USB 2.0 specications in order for the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O to work.
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4 Installation under Windows XP / Windows Vista
This chapter describes the basic installation of GUITAR RIG MOBILE on Windows XP and
Vista, focusing on the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O audio interface. For detailed information about
the GUITAR RIG 4 software, please consult the Application Reference. You can nd it on
the product CD or in the GUITAR RIG 4 menu under Help > Open Manual > Your Language.
4.1 Software Installation
Make sure you are logged in with administrator privileges. Do not connect the GUITAR RIG
MOBILE I/O yet.
1. Browse the content of the product CD and locate the setup le. It is called “Guitar Rig
4 Setup”. If you are using a download version of GUITAR RIG 4, you need to extract the
setup les rst.
2. Double-click “Guitar Rig 4 Setup” to start the installation procedure.
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3.
Follow the on-screen instructions, which will guide you through the installation procedure.
4.
You will be asked to specify the path to the plug-in folder of your DAW (Digital Audio
Workstation, e.g. your sequencer software). If you are going to use GUITAR RIG 4 exclu-
sively in standalone mode, or if you don’t know what a plug-in is, just use the standard
setting.
5.
You will be asked if you want to install drivers for the GUITAR RIG audio interfaces. Select
“Mobile I/O” and click on “Continue”.
6.
During installation of the driver, several Windows security messages will show up, e.g. “The
driver has not passed the Windows Logo Test” or “Windows can’t verify the publisher of
this driver software”. Don’t worry, everything is ne here. Simply click “Continue Anyway”
(Windows XP) or “Install this Driver Software Anyway” (Windows Vista) to continue the
installation.
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7. Restart your computer upon completion.
The following applications have been placed onto your hard drive:
• GUITAR RIG 4 – the fully featured standalone application.
•
GUITAR RIG 4 plug-ins – Use GUITAR RIG 4 as a plug-in for your Digital Audio Workstation
(DAW) of choice. On Windows computers, GUITAR RIG 4 supports the VST and RTAS®
plug-in formats.
•
Native Instruments Service Center – this application handles product activation as well as
update management. Please refer to the Setup Guide for details.
• The drivers for the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O audio interface.
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If you have never owned a Native Instruments product, you will need to register by following
the on-screen instructions. More information about creating a NI User Account and about
activating GUITAR RIG 4 is available in the Service Center Quick Start Guide and manual located in
the Service Center installation folder.
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In case you want to install the hardware drivers only, a separate driver installer le is available
on the installation CD. You can also download its latest version from the Support section of
the Native Instruments website.
4.2 Hardware Installation
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O directly to a USB 2.0
port on your computer.
GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O is powered via USB. Operation is guaranteed only with a USB 2.0
controller as a single device or with self-powered USB 2.0 hubs. On Windows XP systems,
Service Pack 2 is required for GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O to work – you can nd out about your
Windows version in the System Properties window.
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After successfully installing the driver, the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O will be recognized auto-
matically. If not, run the software installation again as explained above.
Several driver modules will be assigned to the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O now, each one caus-
ing a pop-up window in which you are asked how you want to install the new device.
1. Choose to not connect to the “Windows Update Web site”.
2.
Choose “Install the software automatically” (Windows XP) or “Locate and install driver
software” (Windows Vista).
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3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete this procedure.
4.
During installation of the driver, several Windows security messages will show up, e.g. “The
driver has not passed the Windows Logo Test” or “Windows can’t verify the publisher of
this driver software”. Simply click “Continue Anyway” (Windows XP) or “Install this Driver
Software Anyway” (Windows Vista) to continue the installation.
On a Windows computer, the driver is associated with a particular USB port. If you plug the
USB cable into a different port than the one it was installed at, the driver assignment process
starts again – if this happens, just follow the steps described above.
If at any time the computer does not seem to recognize the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O, discon-
nect the USB cable, wait a few seconds, then re-connect it. If the problem remains, restart
your computer with the interface connected.
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4.3 Conguration
This chapter explains how to use the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O audio interface with Windows
XP / Windows Vista and particularly with the included GUITAR RIG 4. It is assumed that you
have already activated GUITAR RIG 4 using the Service Center – please refer to the Setup
Guide for help on this process.
4.3.1 Conguring GUITAR RIG 4
We will now set up GUITAR RIG 4 to use the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O audio interface. Start
the software before you proceed.
1.
When the software is started for the rst time, you will be prompted with the Audio Setup
window automatically, where you need to make the following settings. To access these
settings later on, select File > Audio and MIDI Settings from the program menu.
2. From the “Audio” tab, choose ASIO as the driver interface.
3. Select GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O from the “Device” dropdown menu.
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If GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O doesn’t appear in the list, something went wrong. Restart the
installation as explained in section 4.1.
You can access the Driver Control Panel by clicking on “ASIO Cong”. In the Driver Control
Panel, two status elds on the bottom show whether the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O hardware
is connected and ready to use.
The audio interface allows to be congured by the following parameters:
• Presets: Several presets for common types of usage are included, from minimal latency
suitable for fast systems with strong CPU power, to higher latencies suitable for slower sys-
tems. If you are experienced in setting up audio drivers and want to create your own custom
settings, select User Dened Settings.
•
USB Buffersize and Audio Buffersize: These parameters are grayed out, unless you have
selected User Dened Settings from the Presets Menu. Together, they dene the system’s
latency, i.e. the time that passes from the moment an audio signal is sent into the GUITAR
RIG MOBILE I/O hardware until the moment you hear it in your headphones or your speak-
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ers. The value for Audio Buffersize must always be at least twice as large as the Usb
Buffersize value. Note that the Usb Buffersize parameter has a direct impact on the CPU
usage of the system. The resulting CPU usage differs between computers, so it could make
sense to experiment with different settings.
•
Sample Rate: Choose a sample rate that is compatible with your music application and
suited to your computing power. Per default, the sample rate is set to 44100 Hz (CD-Quality).
Higher sample rates may improve sound quality, but cause a higher CPU load as well.
It is recommended that you try the latency presets rst and then continue with the subse-
quent steps of the installation. Once you are nished, you should revisit the Audio and MIDI
Settings to gure out the best latency setting for your system. If audio dropouts occur with
the preset minimal latency, you can try the low latency or standard latency settings instead.
Higher latency values will reduce the probability of audio dropouts.
4.3.2 Using GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O as your Default Audio Interface
If you want to use the GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O for playback of all audio applications on your
computer (not only for music software), you have to set it as your default audio interface.
For Windows XP, this works as follows:
1. Open Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices.
2. Select the “Audio” tab.
3.
In the “Sound playback” and “Sound recording” sections, click on the Default Device
menu, and then select GUITAR RIG MOBILE I/O.
4. Click Ok to close the “Sounds and Audio Devices” dialog.
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