When you first receive the AI-1, while you can use the unit out of the box, we'd suggest a couple of things to perform with the kit before using it for recording to maximize the potential of the AI-1.
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Make sure you update the firmware of the AI-1 using the RØDE Central desktop app on a Mac or PC by downloading the software here.
- This ensures that the latest features and updates are applied.
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If you're using a studio condenser microphone, such as the NT1, make sure to enable Phantom Power (P48).
- This ensures that condenser microphone is being powered correctly.
- to enable to phantom power press the left dial inwards and a red P48 LED will illuminate.
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Download the ASIO drivers if you're using a Windows computer.
- To get the best out of the AI-1, we'd recommend using the AI-1 ASIO drivers when using a DAW.
- For more information about the AI-1 ASIO driver and download link, please see our article here: AI-1 ASIO Drivers
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You can enable microphone monitoring on the AI-1 with headphones connected.
- This is great for listening to the microphone levels in real-time before it reaches the recording software or DAW.
- You can enable direct monitoring by pressing the right dial inwards and the direct monitoring LED will turn on.
- This is great for listening to the microphone levels in real-time before it reaches the recording software or DAW.
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