Cubase AI 9 - Software license & extension STEINBERG - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Music production software license (DAW)
Brand	Steinberg
Model	Cubase AI 9
Category	Software license & extension
Manual languages	French, German, English, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian
Number of manual pages	114 pages (PDF)
Minimum system requirements	Windows 7/8.x/10 64-bit or OS X 10.11/macOS Sierra, 64-bit multi-core processor, 4 GB RAM, 12 GB free hard disk space, 1366x768 resolution, DirectX 10 graphics card with WDDM 1.1 (Windows), compatible audio interface, Internet connection for activation
Recommended system requirements	Intel i5 processor or higher, 8 GB RAM, 1920x1080 resolution, dedicated ASIO audio interface
License type	Electronic license (eLicenser)
Activation	Required via activation code at www.steinberg.net/activate with Internet connection
Audio compatibility	Dedicated ASIO drivers (recommended), generic low-latency ASIO driver (Windows), Mac OS X drivers
Key features	Recording, editing, mixing, MIDI sequencing, VST instruments, audio effects
Maintenance and cleaning	Not applicable (software)
Safety	Keep the activation code in a safe place; activation is mandatory
Spare parts and repairability	Not applicable
General information	Software by Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH, 2016; manual downloadable at www.steinberg.help

Frequently Asked Questions - Cubase AI 9 STEINBERG

How to install Cubase AI 9?

Double-click the installer and follow the on-screen instructions. Make sure you have an Internet connection for activation. After installation, you need to activate your license at www.steinberg.net/activate using the provided activation code.

How to activate Cubase AI 9 license?

Activation is mandatory. Go to www.steinberg.net/activate with your activation code (received by email or on the Essential Product License Information sheet). Follow the instructions to download the license to your eLicenser. An Internet connection is required.

What are the minimum system requirements?

64-bit operating system: Windows 7/8.x/10 or OS X 10.11/macOS Sierra. 64-bit multi-core processor (Intel i5 or higher recommended). 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended). 12 GB free hard disk space. Display resolution 1366x768 (1920x1080 recommended). DirectX 10 graphics card with WDDM 1.1 (Windows). Compatible audio interface. Internet connection for activation.

How to configure the audio interface in Cubase AI 9?

Go to Devices > Device Setup. Click on VST Audio System and select the appropriate ASIO driver from the drop-down menu. To configure inputs/outputs, go to Devices > VST Connections. Delete the default buses, then add your own input and output buses according to your audio interface.

What to do if the license does not activate?

Check that you are using the correct activation code. Make sure you have a stable Internet connection. If the problem persists, consult the Support section on www.steinberg.net. You can also contact technical support via the Steinberg Hub menu in Cubase.

How to download the PDF manual for Cubase AI 9?

The manual is available for free download at www.steinberg.help. You can also access the manual from the Help menu in Cubase. On the notice-facile.com website, you can download it in PDF format by selecting the desired language.

What is the difference between a dedicated ASIO driver and the generic ASIO driver?

A dedicated ASIO driver is provided by the audio interface manufacturer and offers lower latency and better control. The generic low-latency ASIO driver (Windows only) uses Windows Core Audio and does not require installation, but may be less performant with external USB interfaces.

Is Cubase AI 9 compatible with macOS Sierra?

Yes, Cubase AI 9 is compatible with OS X 10.11 and macOS Sierra. Make sure to install the latest drivers for your audio interface and check the minimum system requirements.

Can I use Cubase AI 9 without an Internet connection?

An Internet connection is required for initial license activation. Once activated, you can use the software offline, except for updates or certain online features.

How to get technical support for Cubase AI 9?

You can access support via the Steinberg Hub menu in Cubase, which contains links to support pages, FAQs, and forums. Also visit www.steinberg.net for updates and compatibility information.

USER MANUAL Cubase AI 9 STEINBERG

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Table of Contents

5 Introduction
5 About the Documentation
5 Key Commands
5 Conventions
6 How You Can Reach Us
7 System Requirements and Installation
7 System Requirements
8 Installing the Program
8 Activating Your License
9 Hardware Installation
11 System Setup

About the Documentation

- The documentation for this product is provided at www.steinberg.help.

Key Commands

Many of the default key commands, also known as keyboard shortcuts, use modifier keys, some of which are different depending on the operating system.

For example, the default key command for Undo is Ctrl-Z on Windows and Cmd-Z on Mac OS. When key commands with modifier keys are described in this manual, they are shown with the Windows modifier key first, in the following way:

• Windows modifier key/Mac OS modifier key-key

EXAMPLE

Ctrl/Cmd-Z means: press Ctrl on Windows or Cmd on Mac OS, then press Z.

Conventions

In our documentation, we use typographical and markup elements to structure information.

How You Can Reach Us

On the Steinberg Hub menu in Cubase you find items linking to additional information.

The menu contains links to various Steinberg web pages. Selecting a menu item automatically launches your browser and opens the page. On these pages you can find support and compatibility information, answers to frequently asked questions, information about updates and other Steinberg products, etc. This requires that you have a web browser installed on your computer, and a working internet connection.

System Requirements and Installation

System Requirements

Your computer must meet the following minimum requirements for the Windows and Mac OS versions of Cubase:

64-bit Windows 7/8.x/10—OS X 10.11/macOS Sierra

• 64-bit Intel or AMD multi-core CPU (Intel i5 or faster recommended)
  • 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
  • 12 GB free HD space
  • 1366 x 768 display resolution (1920 x 1080 recommended)
• Graphics card with DirectX 10 and WDDM 1.1 support (Windows only)
• OS compatible audio hardware (ASIO compatible audio hardware recommended for low latency performance)
  • DVD ROM dual-layer drive (if you do not use the download version)
• Internet connection required for activation, account setup, and personal/product registration. Additional downloads may be required for the installation.

For recommended systems and support of future operating systems, please refer to the Support section on our website www.steinberg.net.

Installing the Program

Launching Installation

PROCEDURE

1. Double-click Start Installation.
2. Follow the instructions on screen.

Activating Your License

You must activate your license.

PREREQUISITE

You have a working Internet connection and an activation code to download your license to your eLicenser.

NOTE

You can find the license activation code in an e-mail, if you purchased your product via the Steinberg online shop or on the Essential Product License Information sheet, if your product was delivered on an installation medium.

PROCEDURE

1. Go to www.steinberg.net/activate for information about activation.
2. Follow the instructions on screen.

RESULT

The license is downloaded to your eLicenser and activated.

Hardware Installation

Installing the Audio Hardware and its Driver

PROCEDURE

1. Install the audio hardware and related equipment on the computer, as described in the hardware documentation.
2. Install the driver for the audio hardware.

A driver is a piece of software that allows a program to communicate with a certain piece of hardware. In this case, the driver allows Cubase to use the audio hardware. Depending on the operating system of your computer, there are different types of drivers that can be used.

Dedicated ASIO Drivers

Professional audio hardware often comes with an ASIO driver written especially for the device. This allows for direct communication between Cubase and the audio hardware. As a result, the devices with specific ASIO drivers can provide lower latency (input-output delay), which is crucial when monitoring audio via Cubase or using VST instruments. The ASIO driver may also provide special support for multiple inputs and outputs, routing, synchronization, etc.

ASIO drivers are provided by the audio hardware manufacturers. Make sure to check the manufacturer's web site for the latest driver versions.

IMPORTANT

If your audio hardware comes with a specific ASIO driver, we strongly recommend that you use this.

Generic Low Latency ASIO Driver (Windows Only)

On Windows systems, you can use the Generic Low Latency ASIO driver. This driver provides ASIO support for any audio hardware supported by Windows, thus allowing for low latency. The Generic Low Latency ASIO driver provides the Windows Core Audio technology in Cubase. No additional driver is needed. This driver is included with Cubase and does not require any special installation.

NOTE

This driver should be used if no specific ASIO driver is available. Although the Generic Low Latency ASIO driver supports all audio devices, you might get better results with on-board audio cards than with external USB audio interfaces.

macOS Drivers (macOS only)

If you are using a Macintosh computer, make sure that you are using the latest macOS drivers for your audio hardware. Follow the instructions of the manufacturer to install the driver.

Testing the Audio Hardware

To make sure that the audio device works as expected, perform the following tests.

• Use any software included with the hardware to make sure that you can record and play back audio without problems.
• If the hardware is accessed via a standard operating system driver, try playing back audio using the standard audio application of the computer, for example, Windows Media Player or Apple iTunes.

Installing a MIDI Interface or USB MIDI Keyboard

Although many USB MIDI keyboards and MIDI interfaces are plug&play devices, you may have to install a dedicated device driver. Follow the installation procedure described in the documentation that came with the device.

NOTE

You should also check the web site of the manufacturer for the latest driver updates.

System Setup

Selecting the Driver for Your Audio Device

Before you can set up the routing for your audio signals and start recording, you need to make sure that the correct ASIO driver is selected.

PROCEDURE

1. Select Devices > Device Setup.
2. In the Device Setup dialog, click the VST Audio System entry on the left.
   The VST Audio System page is shown on the right.
3. On the ASIO Driver pop-up menu, select the driver that you want to use.
4. Click OK.

Setting Up the VST Connections

The VST Connections dialog allows you to set up the routing of input and output signals between Cubase and your audio hardware. These connections are called busses. In this section you learn how to set up the busses for playback and recording.

Removing Busses

Before you add busses, it is recommended to remove any outputs that were automatically added by Cubase.

PROCEDURE

1. Select Devices > VST Connections.
2. In the VST Connections dialog, select the Outputs tab.
3. In the Bus Name column, right-click the top entry and select Remove Bus from the context menu.

If necessary, repeat this step for any further busses.

Adding Outputs

You must set up the outputs for playing back audio in Cubase.

PREREQUISITE

Remove the busses that were automatically added by Cubase.

PROCEDURE

1. Select Devices > VST Connections.
2. In the VST Connections dialog, select the Outputs tab.
3. Click Add Bus.

4. In the Add Output Bus dialog, make your settings.

5. Click Add Bus.

The new bus is added, allowing you to have audio in Cubase routed to your audio hardware.

1. Optional: If you want to change the output ports that were selected automatically, open the Device Port pop-up menu and select different ports.

Inputs			Outputs
All Add Bus Presets
Bus Name		Speakers	Audio Device	Device Port	Click
Stereo Out		Stereo	Yamaha Steinberg FW		Click
	Left			MR816CSX Analog 1
	Right			Not Connected
				✓ Not Connected
				MR816CSX Analog 1 [ Stereo Out - Left ]
				MR816CSX Analog 2
				MR816CSX Analog 3

Depending on your audio hardware, more than two output ports might be available. For most cases we recommend to use the main stereo outputs.

RELATED LINKS

Removing Busses on page 12

Adding Inputs

You must set up the inputs for recording into Cubase.

PROCEDURE

1. Select Devices > VST Connections.
2. In the VST Connections dialog, select the Inputs tab.
3. In the Bus Name column, right-click the top entry and select Remove Bus from the context menu.
   If necessary, repeat this step for any further busses.
4. Click Add Bus.
5. In the Add Input Bus dialog, make your settings.
6. Click Add Bus.
   The new bus is added, allowing you to have audio from the input of your audio device routed to Cubase for recording.
7. Optional: If you want to change the input ports that were selected automatically, open the Device Port pop-up menu and select different ports.

RESULT

You are now ready to record audio in Cubase and play it back.

NOTE

To get started with Cubase, we recommend watching the video tutorials on the Steinberg YouTube Channel including a demonstration of the new features of Cubase.

Deutsch

Cristina Bachmann, Heiko Bischoff, Christina Kaboth, Insa Mingers, Matthias Obrecht, Sabine Pfeifer, Benjamin Schütte, Marita Sladek

Driver Mac OS X (solo Mac)

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目次

75 はじめに

75 マニュアルについて

75 キーボードショートカット

75 表記規則

Generic Low Latency ASIO Driver (Windows のみ)

Configurando as conexões VST