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Getting Started

Before you begin​

Check the current iD Range Compatibility guidance for supported operating systems and system requirements.

iD14 MKII is officially supported on compatible macOS and Windows systems.

Register your iD14 MKII in Audient ARC to access the latest iD software, Windows driver, and product resources.

USB connection​

Connect iD14 MKII to:

  • a USB-C port using the supplied USB-C to USB-C cable
  • a suitable USB-A 3.0 port using a USB-C to USB-A cable

A USB-C to USB-A cable is not supplied.

When using USB-A, the port must be USB 3.0 and capable of supplying at least 900 mA. If the available USB-A ports cannot provide the required current, use a suitable powered USB hub.

macOS​

iD14 MKII supports compatible Intel and Apple Silicon Macs. Check iD Range Compatibility for the current minimum and supported macOS versions.

Install and connect​

  1. Download the latest iD software through Audient ARC.
  2. Open the downloaded installer and install the iD application.
  3. Connect iD14 MKII to the computer.
  4. Check that the white USB status LED illuminates.
  5. Open the macOS Sound settings and confirm that iD14 is available as an input and output device.
  6. Open the iD application.

The iD icon appears in the macOS menu bar and provides access to the mixer and quick settings.

If the USB status LED turns off during normal operation, check the USB connection. If the problem continues, contact Audient Support.

Windows​

Current supported Windows versions are listed in iD Range Compatibility.

Install and connect​

  1. Download the latest iD software and Windows driver through Audient ARC.
  2. Connect iD14 MKII to the computer.
  3. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
  4. Restart the computer so that the drivers are fully applied.
  5. Check that the white USB status LED illuminates.
  6. Open the Windows Sound settings and confirm that iD14 is available as an audio device.

Once installed, the iD icon appears in the Windows system tray.

  • Double-click the icon to open the iD Mixer.
  • Use the tray controls to access settings such as sample rate and buffer size.

See DAW Setup for recording and playback configuration.

Firmware updates​

Keep iD14 MKII firmware and the iD application up to date.

Use Check for Updates in the iD application to check for available firmware. If an update is offered:

  1. Choose the online update source, or a local firmware file if one has been supplied to you.
  2. Review the firmware version shown by the application.
  3. Continue to the update screen.
  4. Stop audio playback through iD14 MKII when prompted.
  5. Start the update and wait for it to complete.

The interface may disconnect and reconnect during the firmware update.

Do not use an iOS or iPadOS device as the firmware-update host.