PreSonus FireStudio Lightpipe - Manual (Page 35)

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
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5.1 TROUBLESHOOTING
Many technical issues can arise when converting a standard computer into a digital audio workstation (DAW).
PreSonus can only provide support for issues that directly relate to the FireStudio Lightpipe interface and
Studio One Artist software. It may be necessary to contact the manufacturer of the computer, operating system,
and third-party DAW software to obtain additional technical support. PreSonus does not provide support for
issues regarding operating systems, additional hardware, or non-PreSonus software. Please check our Web site,
www.presonus.com , regularly for software information and updates, firmware updates, and technical support.
You also can get technical assistance by calling PreSonus at 225-216-7887 Monday through Friday between the
hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Central Time. PreSonus Technical Support can also be contacted during the same
hours via email at [email protected].
Pops and Clicks
Pops and clicks in either your input or playback audio are typically caused by momentary losses of
synchronization between the FireStudio Lightpipe and its clock source. This can be due to a FireWire card that
is not suited for FireWire audio devices or to a lack of CPU power or available memory. Try closing all
unnecessary programs, increasing the buffer size in the Universal Control, and optimizing your operating system
for audio.
Pops and clicks exclusive to the digital inputs or outputs are typically caused when the FireStudio Lightpipe is
not digitally synced to the external digital device. If this is the case, ensure your FireStudio Lightpipe and
external digital device are properly synced.
Please consult your external device’s user manual for details on
syncing it to your FireStudio Lightpipe.
Flashing Sync Light
The FireStudio Lightpipe’s Sync light flashes blue when it is not synced. Check the FireWire cable to ensure that
it hasn’t become disconnected.
Audio Dropouts
Audio dropouts can occur when the speed of your processor cannot process the audio buffer fast enough.
Increase your buffer size in the Universal Control and try the different Operation Modes.