Creative Emu 0404 Usb Manual

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Owner’s Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ................................................................................. 5
Package Includes: ......................................................................... 6
Computer Requirements  ............................................................... 7
Windows .......................................................................................................... 7
OS X...

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Using Dolby AC-3 Pass-through  .................................................. 47
Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 48
Internet References  ......................................................................................... 50
Forums ........................................................................................................ 50
Technical Specifications  .................................................................

Introduction
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INTRODUCTION
Thanks for your purchase of the E-MU 0404 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface. This 
interface brings an unparalleled level of USB audio quality to the Mac or PC, with 
pristine 24-bit/192kHz A/D and D/A converters, ultra-low jitter clock, and XTC™ 
Class-A, ultra-low noise mic/line/hi-Z preamps. The signal-to-noise specs of the 
E-MU 0404 USB 2.0 are unmatched by any other USB interface on the market! 
From its plug-and-play functionality and hands-on...

Package Includes:
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PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• E-MU 0404 USB 2.0 AudioPod
•USB Cable 
• Universal Power Adaptor 
• Quick Start Installation Guide
E-MU Software/Manual CD-ROM (OS X /Windows)
• Window XP and x64 Drivers 
•Mac OS X Drivers
• Owner’s Manual and Tutorials
E-MU Production Tools Software Bundle CD-ROM (Windows)
• Cakewalk Sonar LE
• Steinberg Cubase LE
• Steinberg Wavelab Lite
• Celemony Melodyne essential
• IK Multimedia AmpliTube LE
• SFX Machine LT 
• Minnetonka diskWelder BRONZE...

Computer Requirements
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COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS
The minimum computer system requirements for the E-MU 0404 USB 2.0 are 
listed below.
Windows
• Intel® or AMD® processor — 1.2 GHz or faster
• Intel, AMD, or 100% compatible motherboard & chipset
• Microsoft® Windows® XP (SP 2 or greater) or Windows XP x64
• 1 available (Hi-Speed) USB 2.0 port *
•256 MB System RAM
• 900 MB of free hard disk space for full installation
• CD-ROM/CD-RW or DVD-ROM drive required for software...

Software Installation
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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
Windows XP
Follow these instructions to install the 0404 USB 2.0 software and E-MU 
Production Tools software bundle on a Windows XP computer.
1. First connect the 0404 USB 2.0 to your computer using the supplied USB 
cable, and turn it on. Connect the 5VDC Adapter as shown on page 12
.
2. If Windows prompts you with an Add New Hardware Wizard, click Cancel.
3. Insert the E-MU Software/Manual Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. If 
Windows...

Software Installation
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Macintosh OS X
Follow these instructions to install the 0404 USB 2.0 drivers and software on a 
Macintosh OS X computer. First, connect the 0404 USB 2.0 to your computer as 
shown on page 12
.
Install the 0404 USB 2.0 Software
1. Insert the E-MU Software/Manual CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. Double-click on the E-MU icon on the desktop.
3. Double-click on the Install icon to start the installation.
4. The installation Welcome screen appears. Follow...

Software Installation
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Setup the MIDI Devices
If you plan to use a MIDI keyboard, now would be a good time to set up your MIDI 
devices. Connecting a MIDI keyboard will allow you to use the virtual instruments 
provided in the software bundle and get the most out of your purchase. 
14. Click the MIDI Devices button. The window shown below appears.
15. Click the Add Device button. A new external 
device icon like the one shown at left appears. 
16. Double-click on the new external device if...