Steinberg Ci1 Operation Manual

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The Controls and Connectors
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Rear Panel 
USB terminal
This terminal is used to connect the CI1 and the 
computer by using the included USB cable.
PHONES jack
A pair of headphones can be plugged in here. 
This jack outputs the mixed signal from the ana-
log input jacks and the signal from a DAW or 
other audio software. The output level can be 
adjusted using the PHONES control. This out-
put signal is not affected by the MASTER con-
trol.
 LINE OUT jacks L/R
These jacks...

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Software Installation
English
Software Installation
To use the CI1, you must first install the software on the computer. This section explains the soft-
ware installation. Install Sequel LE/WaveLab LE in the STEINBERG SOFTWARE PACKAGE FOR 
CI1 DVD-ROM, then install the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver in the TOOLS for CI1 CD-ROM.
NOTE
Before installing the software, confirm the “System Requirements for Software” on page 7. The latest information 
(e.g. OS compatibility, software update,...

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Software Installation
English
Installing TOOLS for CI1
TOOLS for CI1 consists of software component: 
Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver. Yamaha 
Steinberg USB Driver enables communication 
between the CI1 and your computer. The 
TOOLS for CI1 Installer installs this software 
component. Follow the instructions below to 
install the component.
Windows: ......................................... page 13
Mac OS X:  ....................................... page 15
Windows
Preparing to install...

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Software Installation
English
Initial settings of driver 
(Windows XP only)
For Windows Vista/Windows 7 users, the initial 
settings of the driver are set automatically. Go 
on to step 15.
12.The “Found New Hardware Wizard” win-
dow appears.
Some computers may take a while to display 
the window.
A dialog box may appear asking you whether 
you wish to connect to Windows Update. In this 
case, select the radio but ton to the left of “Not 
at this time,” then click [Next].
13.Select...

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Software Installation
English
Mac OS X
Software Installation
1.
Disconnect all the devices other than 
the mouse and keyboard from the com-
puter.
2.Insert the TOOLS for CI1 CD-ROM into 
the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
3.Open the CD-ROM, then double-click 
the file “Yamaha Steinberg USB 
Driver.mpkg.”
4.A dialog box appears asking if you want 
to install the software. Click [Continue].
The “Welcome to the Yamaha Steinberg USB 
Driver Installer” window appears.
5.Click...

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Connecting to an External Device
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Connecting to an External Device
Connection Examples
Options 
Microphone stand adaptor
A Yamaha BMS-10A microphone stand adaptor 
can be attached to the underside of the CI1. 
The CI1 attached with the microphone stand 
adaptor can then be used with a conventional 
microphone stand.
HeadphonesComputer Powered monitor speakers Electric guitar
Microphone
BMS-10A 

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Audio driver settings of the software
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Audio driver settings of the software
This section explains the audio driver setup with Sequel LE/WaveLab LE.
Sequel LE
1.Start Sequel LE.
2.Click the [Program Setting Page] icon in 
the bottom left corner of the screen.
3.Click the right side of “Audio Connec-
tion” in the “Audio Settings” section, 
then select “Yamaha Steinberg USB 
ASIO (Windows)” or “Steinberg CI1 
(Mac).”
4.When “Do you want to switch the ASIO 
driver?” window...

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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
The power of the device does not turn on.
• Make sure that the CI1 is properly con-nected to the computer via a USB cable. 
The USB bus-power is necessary to use the CI1.
• Confirm whether or not a proper USB ca-ble is used. 
If the USB cable is brok en or damaged, have the 
USB cable replaced with a known working one. 
Use a USB cable no longer than 1.5 meters.
• Connect the CI1 to a computer without a 
USB hub.
No sound.
• Make sure that...

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Uninstalling the TOOLS for CI1
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Uninstalling the TOOLS for CI1
To uninstall TOOLS for CI1, you must remove the following software component. 
• Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver
Windows
1.Disconnect all other USB devices except 
mouse and keyboard from the com-
puter.
2.Log on to the Administrator account.
Exit any open applications and close all open 
windows.
3.Open the window for the uninstall oper-
ation as follows.
(Windows Vista/Windows 7)
From the Start menu, select...

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Appendix
English
Appendix
Input and Output Specifications
General Specifications
Specifications and descriptions in this manual are for information purposes only. Steinberg/Yamaha Corp. reserves 
the right to change or modify products or specifications at any time without prior notice. Since specifications, equip-
ment or options may not be the same in every locale , please check with your Steinberg/Yamaha dealer.
Analog Input Type Input Level
Nominal Level Maximum Level Input...