PS22 Live Routing Tool（Driver must be installed to use PS22 Live）

With this drive, the sound card can be recognized and used on the computer. It is a necessary driver for using PS22 Live on the computer.

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PS22 Live software driver installation failed

Please close your anti-virus software and then reinstall the driver.

PS22 Live has no Bluetooth function, no reverb, no noise reduction function

PS22 Live is a sound card designed for recording, if you need sound effects, please add them in your DAW.

PS22 Live doesn't have software driver for MacOS version

MacOS built-in driver, no need to install, you can use it directly.

What DAWs are available and how do I download them

There are PreSonus Studio One, Cockos Reaper 6, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Apple Logic Pro, Steinberg Cubase, you can visit the official website to download the software.

What does the 3.5mm jack on the PS22 Live do

3.5mm TRS output - Copy the main output signal. Can be used to connect to headphones for real-time monitoring through TRS to TRS cables (not included).

How do I connect a smartphone to the PS22 Live

You can connect your phone to the PS22 Live using the USB-C socket.

Note: iOS only supports iPhone 15, iPhone 16 and above.

The power indicator is off

Using USB-C interface to connect mobile phones or computer devices while supplying power to the sound card.

How to distinguish and use the interface of PS22 Live

1. Mic/Line Input (MiC1)-Combo XLR socket. Connect a microphone or line-level input. lt accepts both XLR and ¼" (6.35 mm) jacks. Connect a microphone using an XLR plug; connect a line-level input using a TS or TRS ¼" (6.35 mm) jack.To protect the circuitry the ¼" (6.35 mm) microphone input is not supported. Please use an XLR to XLR cable to connect your microphone.

2. Instrument Input (MlC2)-Accept Instrument level ¼"(6.35mm) TS plug input.

3. 3.5mm Monitor Out -lt can be used to connect to a powered speaker or other audio device. lt requires a 3.5mm TRS to TRS cable.

4. 3.5mm TRRS Stream Out - This interface connects to a smartphone with a headphone jack for recording or streaming purposes. lt requires a 3.5mm TRRS to TRRS cable.

5. OTG: USB data for mobile device -This USB-C interface connects to a smartphone or tablet using a USB-C to USB-C cable for recording or streaming.lt requires your mobile device to support the standard UAC (USB Audio Class) protocol.

Note:
(1) Android phones need to support the USB host (OTG) feature and have it enabled.
(2) iPhones with a Lightning connector require a Lightning to USB Camera Adapter from Apple.

6. USB-C Data and Power for Computer - Supports both power and data transfer. If you are using an external power adapter to power the device, please use one rated at 5V-1A.

7.3.5mm Headphone Jack-Connect your headphones or headsets with a 3.5mm TRS or TRRS plug.Please note that the microphone input of the headset is not supported. The jack is located on the right side of the device.

How to distinguish the light indication and functional status of PS22 Live

8. Mic/Line (MlC1) and Instrument (MlC2) Gain Knobs and LED Indicators - Adjust the preamp gain for Mic/Line and Instrument using the respective knobs. LED indicates status with three colors: white when input is connected, pink when the signal is close to clipping, and red for clipping.To prevent clipping, lower the gain and keep the input in the white and pink zone.

9.48V Phantom Power Switch and LED Indicator -Press the switch to enable and disable 48V phantom power for the microphone input. The LED indicator turns white when phantom power is enabled. Please note that phantom power can only be enabled when an XLR microphone is connected.Typically, only condenser microphones require phantom power.lt is important to avoid turning on phantom power when it is not needed, as it may damage your microphone.lf you are unsure about the type of microphone you have, it is recommended to contact the manufacturer for confirmation.

10. Direct Monitor Switch and LED Indicator - Enable and disable real-time monitoring of mic and instrument input with a single button press. When enabled, the mix of microphone input and instrument input is routed to both left and right channels of the headphones and monitor output. The LED indicator turns white to indicate that the Director Monitor feature is enabled.

11. Monitor Level and LED Indicator - Adjust the level of the 3.5mm monitor output on the rear of the device using this knob. The LED indicator turns white to indicate that the PS22 Live is powered.

12.Headphone Level and LED Indicator -Use this knob to adjust the level of the headphone jack on the right side of the device.

The LED indicates device status:
Blue: PS22 Live is powered, but no data connection detected.
Green: USB-C data connection detected.
Cyan: OTG data connection detected.
White: Both USB-C and OTG data connection detected.
Purple: Device is in Instrument Stream Mode.

Stream Mode, Studio Mode and Instrument Stream Mode

The PS22 Live offers two modes for enhanced convenience in streaming and music recording applications.

By default:Stream Mode: Both the MiCi and MlC2 inputs on the computer duplicate the hardware MIC/Line input signal.lf only the MIC/Line Input (MIC1) is connected, the device automatically enters stream mode. Stream mode enhances compatibility with streaming software and mobile devices that may encounter difficulties with mono channel audio input.

Studio Mode: The MIC1 on the computer maps to the hardware MIC/Line input signal, while the MlC2 on the computer maps to the hardware instrument input signals. lf the Instrument Input (MIC2) is connected, the device automatically enters studio mode. Studio mode allows for separate track (stereo) recording in music applications.

Switching from Studio Mode to Instrument Stream Mode:
If you need to enter Instrument Stream Mode when an instrument is connected, simply hold the Direct Monitor button for more than 3 seconds. When enabled, the mix of hardware microphone input and hardware instrument input is routed to both MlC1 and MIC2. The LED indicator of the headphone level knob will turn purple when the device is in this mode.