- Connect to your computer<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- How to connect to iOS and Android devices<\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- Update your computer’s sound settings<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nRegister the Shure MVi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
NOTE: <\/strong>Keep your Sweetwater invoice handy, as you\u2019ll need that to fill out some information and also upload it to your account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first step in the setup process is to register your MVi interface with Shure. By registering the MVi, you\u2019ll receive in-depth product support as well as an extended two-year warranty. Follow these steps to register your interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\n- Log into your Shure account<\/a>. If you don\u2019t have an account, you can create one here.<\/a>
- Make sure to enter a valid email address during the account creation process, as Shure will send an account activation link needed to complete the account creation process.<\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- Click the Register my Products <\/strong>button, then click the green REGISTER PRODUCT<\/strong> button on your account homepage.<\/li>
- Enter the MVi serial number, then click FIND MY PRODUCT<\/strong>.<\/li>
- Enter all of the purchase information, drag a copy of your interface from your desktop, then click SUBMIT<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>\n\n\n\nInstall ASIO4ALL (PC users only)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Shure MVi portable audio interface is class-compliant on Mac computers as it runs on the native macOS Core Audio<\/em> engine. On the other hand, PC users will need to download ASIO4ALL for the MVi to communicate correctly with the computer. Follow these steps to download and install ASIO4ALL. Mac users can skip this step and continue to MVi setup and connections<\/a><\/em><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\n- Go to www.asio4all.org<\/a>, then click the latest version listed to begin the download.<\/li>
- Navigate to your Downloads<\/em> folder, run the installer, then follow the on-screen instructions.
- During the installation process, make sure that you have the \u201coff-line settings\u201d box checked, as that will allow you to make any changes outside of your recording software.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>\n\n\n\nShure MVi setup and connections<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Now that you have everything set up, it\u2019s time to get your MVi interface set up and connected. One great thing is that not only can you connect it to your PC or Mac, but you can also connect it to any iOS or Android device! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Connect to your computer<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When it comes to desktop or laptop computers, all you need to do is use the included micro-USB to USB cable, connect it to any available USB port, then update your computer\u2019s sound settings. From there, simply connect your equipment, choose an effects setting and start recording! If you need to turn phantom power (+48v) <\/em>on, press and hold the Mute <\/strong>button for approximately 3 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s recommended to connect it directly to your computer and not a hub. The Shure MVi requires 250 mA for the port you\u2019re connecting. USB hubs (particularly passive hubs) <\/em>may prevent the MVi from properly communicating with your computer. If necessary, reconfigure your USB connections, so the Shure MVi is connected directly to your computer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>\n\n\n\nThe MVi isn’t showing up on my computer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your Shure MVi isn\u2019t showing up on your computer, reconnect the interface by unplugging and plugging it back in. If you have not done so yet, try reconfiguring the USB connections so that MVi is connected directly to your computer. Sometimes USB hubs cannot provide enough power for bus-powered devices, especially for hubs that do not have their own power supply (aka passive hubs). If the problem persists, try a different USB port or cable. Visit our Windows<\/strong><\/a> and Mac<\/strong><\/a> guides for more tips on resolving audio device connectivity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>\n\n\n\nHow to connect to iOS and Android devices<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just like connecting the interface to your computer, all you need to do is use the included micro-USB to USB-C cable and connect to your mobile device. Your mobile device will be powerful enough to supply power to your MVi, but you\u2019ll only get 16v of Phantom Power when connected. This means any instrument or microphone that requires a full +48v will not work.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Shure MVi also comes with a free app called Shure Motiv for both Android<\/strong><\/a> and iOS<\/a>, <\/strong>which allows you to record and share any audio you\u2019ve created. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nClick the image to download Shure Motiv for Android.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nClick the image to download Shure Motiv for iOS<\/em>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>\n\n\n\nUpdate your computer’s sound settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When your computer plays audio, the sound is output through a selected audio device. To choose your Shure MVi Mac or PC\u2019s audio device, you\u2019ll need to update the Sound settings. These settings will apply to most apps and features, but most audio software has its own audio settings, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
That means your DAW or other related audio software needs to know what the audio device is and what inputs and outputs are being used. To test audio playback with your new Shure MVi, update the computer\u2019s Sound settings and then play sound from a web browser, like a video from our YouTube channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mac<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\n- From the Menu Bar, click the Apple <\/strong>icon and select System Preferences<\/strong>.<\/li>
- Click Sound<\/strong>.<\/li>
- Under the Output <\/em>and Input <\/em>tabs, select the MVi interface.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
PC<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\n- From your Windows taskbar, right-click the sound <\/strong>icon and select Open Sound Settings<\/strong>.<\/li>
- Select your Shure MVi from the Output <\/em>and Input <\/em>dropdown boxes.<\/li>
- Test your output by scrolling down to and selecting the Sound Control Panel,<\/strong> click the Playback <\/strong>tab, right-click the MVi<\/strong>, then click Test<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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- Select your Shure MVi from the Output <\/em>and Input <\/em>dropdown boxes.<\/li>
- Click Sound<\/strong>.<\/li>
- From the Menu Bar, click the Apple <\/strong>icon and select System Preferences<\/strong>.<\/li>
- Navigate to your Downloads<\/em> folder, run the installer, then follow the on-screen instructions.
- Enter the MVi serial number, then click FIND MY PRODUCT<\/strong>.<\/li>
- How to connect to iOS and Android devices<\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>