Neve 8816 16:2 Summing Mixer
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5. By using this software you agree to AMS Neve s terms and conditions which are 1 Usage You may make as many copies of this nrnanram for vaur nin use as wou need hut wou may nnt w O IDo Not Agree ie Neve Recall E Select Installation Folder e A The installer will install Neve Recall in the following folder To install in this folder click Next To install to a different new or existing folder enter one below or click Browse Folder C Program Files Neve Recall Cancel Previous Insert the CD into the drive and the Setup program should automatically launch If the application fails to launch automatically go to the CD drive in Windows Explorer and double click the NeveRecall msi file or the setup exe file to launch the Setup program manually The Welcome screen will launch Click Next Click Next Click I Agree then click Next If you click I Do Not Agree the install procedure will terminate The installation programme will automatically select a location for all files to be copied to Click Next or click Browse to select another location Page 31 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 E Neve Recall Click Next to start the installation Confirm Installation e Lu The installer is ready to install Neve Recall on your computer Click Next to start the installation Cancel Previous DEl ut The install will start and the installation progress will b
6. 5 Options Fader Pack Option E a The optional fader pack provides 16 Input faders with post fade direct outputs plus mutes and 2 Master faders The Input faders have a range of oodB to 15 dB The Master faders have a range of codB to OdB With the fader pack fitted the rotary channel level control of the 8816 becomes an aux send level control with a range of codB to 15dB This can be used to send channels to a reverb or other effects unit Recall of the faders and mutes can be stored using USB and the Recall application so that they can be included into the multi unit Recall system provided on the 88 outboard range NOTE Internal jumper settings must be changed to enable the optional fader pack to take control of the main mix level See section on Jumper settings e When the fader option is not fitted the jumper sets the Aux output level to 3dBu e When the fader option is fitted the jumper sets the Aux output level to OdBu ADC Option 44 1 48 88 2 96 176 192 DSD e y Sampling Frequency a d Sample frequency can be selected by pressing the button to the right em of the sample frequency leds This will toggle through the sampling frequencies required one at a time The 8816 has 2 sync inputs AES 3 on a female XLR and Word Clock on a chassis BNC If neither sync input is present the unit will synchronise to its internal crystal clock If one or the other sync inputs is present at the correct s
7. ADC insert jack if fitted which will allow for monitoring of the main mix signal or the inserted signal This could be of benefit when you need to monitor the ADC Input which could be a completely different source from the 8816 such as when using the digital option as a separate high quality stereo A to D NOTE The monitor source can be set to pre or post ADC insert using jumpers within the unit Information is provided in the Jumper Settings section Mon Level This alters the loud speaker s output level and has a range of codB to OdB Sum This is selected by pressing the width control When illuminated yellow then the main mix outputs are summed with whatever is selected to the LS Monitor This function is useful when auditioning mixes together in the Main or Alt loudspeakers Width Control The Width control is post mix level control and alters the stereo image from mono through stereo to enhanced stereo W button This switches the Width control into circuit across the Main mix output post insert and is indicated by the button being illuminated yellow Page 17 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Mix Level This alters the main mix level and has a range of codB to OdB It can be used to control the output level from the unit to the DAW The control can also be augmented with fader control if an optional fader pack is fitted In this case the mix level control no longer has any function Ana
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9. qt le HP Jack on Rear Pnl x d Channel CH 14 Cue 14 anne l Sum 2TR CH Pre Levels Yel 1 2 Mon Dc pos E Mom A A as I A I P s and O P s marked 4dBu are electronically Balanced CH 15 ST Cue D 15 ST Cue Main Default 2TR CH1 2 iMon Toggle 2 All I P s and 0 P s marked with 10dbv or 14dbv are unbalanced Yel 3 Controls marked with a can be recalled tal Sum CTL 4 Controls marked with a can be reset DC lo 20db 2 AT zy ds JE POE P TEE E ee m CH 16 ST Cue R 16 ST Cue v o p s are via jacks on the rear of unit Pag 7 When Sum is Pea this will Mix the Main Mix o p with Ye TB what ever is selected on the monitor af that time DE os Level 340a 8 10dbv 8dbu 2TR To Cue L A C Eng TB Mic Yel Pre Set DC Io L G F E Issue OMR A P SC NILE 162 Summing Mixer 5 8816 A EEE Paha Seen 13 1 06 12 1 06 15 12 05 dete Traced RAP org No EB11729 CN No Checked s 1 o 1 checked AMS NEVE LTD 2005 O A0 L1 HLAY3 TOINHOIL C OO Dd 94 0000000 9 07 Gel sna SISSVHO y jsn4 90 S4 dL asf sindino L83SNI Q39NY IV8 PN 183S5NI O3ONVIVH JAV IS Sindino NIVA Q39NY IVE 100 XIN AdS NIVA Y AdS LW X LAO aH A9 NI J3MOd pubojbu3 ui opo 35 f 9 S YIS 135 E y OU pollas E E ges La NN Oo e CYCGAV 9A9N 911 N30Vj DG O
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11. Neve dealer if the following information is not clear Ch 1 Ch 2 Ch 15 Ch 16 B R q B Le je ie TE Mix Left Mix Right Aux Gain ans i Jumpers Location C No Fader Remote default EIILIIIIS Remote Fader Unplugged sra rs Page 26 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Monitor Source pre post ADC Insert NOTE The monitor source can be set to pre or post ADC insert using jumpers within the unit Please consult your local Neve dealer if the following Information is not clear DL MON SOURCE PRE ADC INSERT DEFAULT SETTING L i MON SOURCE POST ADC INSERT dd oe ADC Page 27 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 10 Unit Specifications Balanced 4dBu gt 20 ko s Balanced 4dBu 50 Ohms Unbalanced 4dBu 100 Ohms More than 60 Ohms Balanced Better than 26 dBu Balanced Better than 26 dBu into 600 Ohms Unbalanced Better than 26 dBu into 600 Ohms Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 5dB Better than 3dB O 60k THD 50 Hz to 20 kHz Better than 0 02 Measured at 20 dBu into 10k with 80k filter Better than 86 dBu Better than 85 dBu 20 Hz to 20 kHz filter Better than 80 dBu All specifications with no processing in circuit Page 28 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 11 Connectors There are five 25 way D type co
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13. bass synth to the mono program for really deep mono bass that will not make the cutter head jump if mastering to vinyl Page 16 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 e Listen to the mono and trim the DAW sample delays to get perfect L amp R tracking and save the results to an interleaved wav file e A vocal could be brightened by EQing the Sum signal or Cymbals could be brightened by EQing the Difference signal N B The underlying mode of the insert can be changed by pressing the Mix level control even if the insertion button is not selected Iie 2TR 1 2 MON y j 2TR MIX When selected sends the 2 track return signal directly to the 2 Track Mix bus 2TR Level Control This adjusts the two track return level sent to the Cue Mix or 2 Track Mix bus and has a range of codB to 10dB This is useful for sending 2 track mixes to the cue headphones or as a reverb return to the cues or 2 track mix bus Monitor Selections There are 3 leds above the Mon level control that indicate what is selected to the LS monitor If no led is illuminated then the main monitor defaults to the main mix output Selection of the sources to the monitor is by pressing the Mon level control e 1 press selects 2TR to Mon e 2 press selects CH1 2 pre fade sources e 3 press selects Mon input e 4 press returns the monitor to the Main Mix output It is also possible to set the main mix source to the monitors post the
14. engineer and producer can monitor on two sets of speakers and switch between them using the Alt Speaker switch allowing comparisons of the mastered mix on small and large speakers Headphones can also be connected if required The monitor source select can be used to switch between monitoring the sound entering the 8816 on inputs 1 and 2 the sound leaving the 8816 on the mix bus and the sound as recorded on the CDR DAT Workstation via the 2 Track Return Page 11 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Live Recording 2 Track A FOH Console l Main Out Grp Matrix Outputs While the output for the main Front Of House console may be of a high standard the mix created for the venue does not have the correct balance for the recording The 8816 can solve this problem The main mix outputs of the 8816 should be connected to a recording device such as a DAT or DAW running on a laptop Mac or PC The output of the recording device should be connected to the 2 Track Return on the 8816 Key elements such as the lead vocal can be connected directly to an input on the 8816 from a Direct Out on the FOH console Other elements such as drums keyboards etc can be connected to the inputs of the 8816 either from the Group Outputs or from the Matrix Outputs of the FOH console depending on the type of FOH console being used A correct balance between the individual and pre mixed sounds can be set up on the 881
15. fails for example if the USB is removed by accident or power is lost to the unit a warning message will prompt to the user to try again If Recall is started with a unit that has no firmware the user will be prompted to upgrade the firmware as the unit cannot be used in Recall unless the firmware installation is successful If the firmware is corrupted or the unit has an old version of firmware a prompt will appear upon starting the Recall software to indicate that firmware must be updated before the user can proceed The process described above can then be followed to update the latest firmware Page 24 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 8 Physical amp Technical Information Dimensions 8816 Rack Mounting and Cooling Power Requirements The rack unit can be installed in a standard 19 cabinet with access to the front and the rear No specific air conditioning is required for the rack providing there is free flow of air through the rack from front to back and side to side and that the ambient air is maintained below 25 degrees centigrade Racks may be stacked but at least 1U space should be allowed between each unit RS B 2 ON LI IC Primary Protection Fuse 8816 36v DC 1 6A Max 36v T3 15A anti surge 20mm x 5mm glass Next to DC input on rear of unit Mains Supply The power supply unit is a free standing external type
16. of the installation Once completed click Close The software is now ready to use Page 33 12 DRAWING No SHT 1 of 1 EB11729 ES 1 Solo gt
17. output level control It has a range of codB to 10dB and can be used for DJ style mixing or where the engineer wants to mix some compressed or EQ d main mix source back into the main mix outputs without the compression or EQ dominating the mix as it would using the insert INS This switches the main mix pre fade insert in and out of circuit via the input and output connectors on the rear of the unit It has two modes selectable by pressing the Mix Level control When a normal pre fade insert is selected the button will illuminate yellow If the mix level control is pressed then the illumination will change to red indicating that the insert point has changed to a Sum amp Difference insert In Sum and Difference mode the standard stereo signal is converted into a mono common or sum signal on the left output and a mono difference signal on the right output This enables the engineer to apply different processes to the common or centre image and the difference or stereo image At the insert return the signal is re converted to a standard stereo signal The technique is frequently used in mastering recordings and is useful for Using an overall stereo EQ where the L amp R Image will not shift with any tracking errors within the EQ unit or EQ the mono to subtly change the mix balance post mixing e Compress and limit the Sum and Difference separately to negate tracking errors or create a quite different stereo image e Add a sub
18. recording device The DSD output is switchable between SDIF 2 and SDIF 3 with a rear panel switch SDIF 2 requires a 44 1kHz sync signal to be passed to the DAC and this should preferably come from the 8816 sync output via a 3rd BNC cable SDIF 3 transmits the DSD signals with clock information included and should not need the sync signal N B Refer to your DSD recording device for information on compatibility Page 20 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 6 Rear Panel Connectors and Controls Rear Panel Controls BALANCED MAIN OUTPUTS nt BALANCED INSERT INPUTB BALANCED INSERT QUTPUTS use p i ML sf y Vas a AA s Po MS qo WEM Ge tees iss 3 Line Output DB 25 Socket standard Pro Tools and DA88TM connection balanced at 4 dBu for INS Main and LS Outputs and 1 4 inch stereo jacks at 10dBv for Main and Alt Loudspeaker Outputs Line Input e DB 25 Socket standard Pro Tools and DA88TM connection balanced at 4dBu e DC Power Input 8 Pin DIN Socket Talkback Foot Switch 1 4 inch mono jack USB Type B male When connecting the unit to a PC or Mac it must be connected directly to an available USB port or via a powered hub not via a passive hub A ADC Option Earth Lift Switch This will lift the mains earth connection from the chassis of the unit allowing for the unit to be connected to a suitable technical earth system thus
19. 6 using the Channel level controls The mix is now passing through the mix bus of the 8816 The engineer can monitor the live recording on headphones and switch between monitoring the output of the 8816 and the 2 Track Return from the recorder for a confidence check on the recorded sound Page 12 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Sub Mixer LIES TNUMNBAMBEARABBBNBBESBEISIIINZBNES JS ai PO DAA E E es Mix Out 2 Track MARLE Bus Input Sometime the console being used for a mix simply does not have enough inputs This may be because it is a small digital mixer being used to meet a fixed budget or because the console has a limited number of inputs Connect the outputs of the additional instruments or sound sources such as keyboards effects units etc to the inputs of the 8816 Connect the Main Outputs of the 8816 to a pair of inputs on the main mixer The sounds passing through the 8816 can be balanced using the Channel Level controls These sounds are now passing through the mix bus of the 8816 The overall level being passed to the main mixer can be set using the Master Level control of the 8816 Should more than 16 inputs be required on the sub mixer then two 8816 units can be used The output from the first 8816 is connected to the 2 Track Bus Input of the second 8816 and the Main Output from the second 8816 goes to the main mixer Page 13 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Iss
20. 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Neve Neve 8816 16 2 Summing Mixer User Manual 527 361 Issue 5 AMS NEVE Billington Road Burnley Lancs BB11 5UB England Phone 44 0 1282 457011 Fax 44 0 1282 417282 info ams neve com www ams neve com WWW neve eu Page 1 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Health amp Safety Notice For your own safety and for the protection of others please observe the following safety instructions e Read these instructions e Heed all safety warnings Do not use near water e Clean only with a dry cloth e Do not install near heat sources e Do not block ventilation openings e Protect the power cord e Only use accessories specified by the manufacturer e Unplug when unused for long periods of time e Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only 2007 AMS Neve Ltd own the copyright of all information and drawings contained in this manual which are not to be copied or reproduced by any means or disclosed in part or whole to any third party without written permission As part of our policy of continual product improvement we reserve the right to alter specifications without notice but with due regard to all current legislation Disclaimer The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate at the time of publication However no responsibility is taken by us for ina
21. Main SPK L 8 R and ALT SPK L amp R Hi Screen L amp RCue amp Headphone iMon Left Right Common Tip Control Sleeve Common Page 30 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 12 Recall Software Installation Installation for PC Neve Recall software allows settings from the 8816 to be stored on a PC or Mac and recalled for later use Recall can be used for all the units in the 88 range including 8801 8803 8804 and 8816 Multiple units can be stored and recalled together Please see the separate Recall Manual for further details This may be downloaded from the Neve web site at http www ams neve com html downloads index ph i Neve Recall Cancel i Neve Recall Welcome to the Neve Recall Setup Wizard e A The installer will guide you through the steps required to install Neve Recall on your computer Click Next to continue WARNING This computer program is protected by copyright law and intemational treaties Unauthorized duplication or distribution of this program or any portion of it may result in severe civil or criminal penalties and will be prosecuted to the maximum extent possible under the law Cancel Previous 4 i Neve Recall License Agreement Please take a moment to read the license agreement now If you accept the terms below click Agree then Next Otherwise click Cancel
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23. Output automatically dimming the music fed to the headphones and loudspeakers There is also a parallel 1 4 inch jack on the rear of the unit for footswitch operation Headphone Jack A headphone jack is provided on the front of the unit and a second parallel headphone jack on the rear Parallel 4dBu line outputs are provided on the rear of the unit to be used for Cue feeds to the studio NOTE Only headphones with impedances above 60 Ohms should be used Page 15 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 4 Master Section Talkback Level Talkback Mic Alt Spk Selects a second set of loudspeakers for switching between main and near field loud speakers iMon This input has a 3 5mm jack socket for connecting your iPod or other MP3 player to the unit s LS selector and feeding to the LS Output or Cue headphone outputs Talkback Level This adjustment screw sets the level from the talkback mic to the cue headphones This is performed when setting up the unit so talkback is at a set level during a session Talkback Microphone A microphone is built into the unit to allow the engineer or producer to communicate with the artist during recording sessions INS MIX Insert Mix routes the IMR signal to the main 2 Track Mix Output pre level control but post insert IMR Level Control Insert Mix Return allows for the IMR signals to be mixed directly into the main mix output post insert but pre mix
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25. The 8816 outputs can be monitored on loudspeakers or headphones as required The performers headphones source can be switched engineer performer Sub mixing signals to be recorded Connect the instruments to be recorded to the inputs of the 8816 via a 1073 or similar mic pre if required Connect the main output of the 8816 to the inputs of the workstation this can be analogue or digital if the optional digital card is fitted Set the balance required using the channel level controls on the 8816 and record onto the workstation Page 6 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Recording with optional Fader Pack 1 Pro Tools A 1 16 Line In v i A V Studio Headphones MUDO DDT ASS rA SESE REE REE ee ee oy Engineer Headphones Connect the instruments to be recorded to channel inputs on the 8816 and connect the direct outputs from these channels to the inputs of the DAW the direct outs are located on the fader pack These channels can be muted so that they do not go to the main bus if monitoring via the 8816 or a monitor mix can be set up on the DAW and monitored via the 2 Track Return on the 8816 Signals can now be recorded with fader control over their level while the mix or play back is monitored through the 8816 In all of the above recording situations the engineer can utilise the 8816 to control monitoring via two pairs of speakers and or the headphones as required The 8816
26. ampling frequency the led AES or WCLK will illuminate showing that the sync input is being used as a reference If both sync inputs are present and correct the word clock input will be used as the reference Normally the sync input is set to the required sample rate In this case both AES out 1 L and AES out 2 R carry the same stereo AES signal converted from the unit s left and right analogue outputs Double Rate AES Output It is also possible to select 96kHz or 88 1kHz sample rate with a 48kHz or 44 1kHz sync input Similarly it is possible to select 192kHz or 176 2 kHz sample rate with a 96kHz or 88 1kHz sync input This will cause the unit to output double rate AES on the two AES Output connectors The sync led will illuminate green indicating the sync reference is still being used for the digital output even though the ADC is sampling at twice the sync input sampling rate In this situation AES out 1 L carries the odd and even samples of the left audio double rate signal on its left and right digital channels respectively Similarly AES out 2 R carries the odd and even samples of the right audio double rate signal on its left and right AES channels DSD Selecting DSD will default to 44 1kHz reference If no sync is available it will use its own internal crystal reference The Page 19 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 interface requires a minimum of 2 BNC cables DSD left and DSD right to the DSD
27. avoiding hum loops Slave Bus Switch This switches the 2T bus input onto the unit s main mix bus This allows two 8816 units to be joined together to create a slave and master system expanding the number of inputs It also automatically sets the unit to be part of the Recall system as the slave or master ADC Input 1 4 inch jack acting as a switched insert into the ADC input Maximum input level 26dBu for conversion to OdBFS N B See Headroom Level Setting for different input level conversions AES Sync Female XLR to take a standard AES 110 Ohm input signal for use as a word clock sync source Page 21 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 WCLK In BNC input for TTL level world clock signal Input impedance can be set to 75 Ohm using the selection switch on the rear of the unit WCLK Out BNC 75 Ohm output TTL level world clock signal at sampling frequencies buffered from ADC sync source AES Out Male XLR outputs standard AES 110 Ohm digital audio DSD Land R BNC 75 Ohm output TTL level DSD signal 75 Ohm WCLK Selects a 75 Ohm input impedance for WCLK in SDIF 2 3 Selects DSD Output format SDIF2 DSD data only SDIF3 DSD data with embedded clock Page 22 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 7 Firmware Upgrades Pre f Post Settings Update Fenimare About Reca mt Selection of Units to 8816M 8816S Update Firmware Please Ensure that ONLY
28. can also be used to provide a Cue to performer headphones Page 7 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Overdubbing a p S E an e g Hrs i RR a PC Mac Backing VAN Tracks VA Channels 1 14 Ch 15 16 Connect the outputs of the workstation to the inputs of the 8816 If you have a backing track pre mix on your workstation assign this to outputs connected to inputs 15 16 on the 8816 Connect the output of the track being recorded to any of inputs 1 14 on the 8816 Connect the performer s headphones to the headphone socket on the rear of the 8816 The cue mix level of the overdub against the backing track can be adjusted using the Cue level control until the mix is right for the performer The 2 Track Return can also be routed to the Cue so may be used as an effects return if the performer wishes to listen to a guide reverb while recording The engineer can monitor on headphones connected to the front of the 8816 and can switch between monitoring the performer s cue mix and the main mix Page 8 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Mixing 33609 Line In A A Stereo 1 8 Main V 9 16 Out Connect the outputs of the workstation to the inputs of the 8816 Key elements such as lead vocals and lead instruments should be kept separate within the workstation and connected to individual inputs on the 8816 Other eleme
29. ccuracies errors or omissions nor any liability assumed for any loss or damage resulting either directly or indirectly from use of the information contained within it Trademarks All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are hereby acknowledged Page 2 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Table of Contents Health amp Safety No Ce init 2 lc Introduction vvv AR AAA 5 Note on Headroom and Lev CIS isaac rra aa o areae GA evacuated pa cn tea nds 5 2 Application ScenarlOSi ssssssssssss2SREROSERSRRRSEREEERFARKRREREREERKNMORERREENKEREWWRERRRERERKFFARRSERREEREXEE 6 o REI 6 Recording With optional Fader Packed cat vii pei AAA 7 ei quiis dorar riada 8 IVES iste eth EE 9 MING WIN Fader RACK quss atin Grete cle atin tie e va tene er See hla kita lies ties soles aia iV ru M dss 10 Master mt A A AAA AAA AE ETET T 11 ENS Record 12 SUD MID Porra iaa Arca 13 3S CONTOS A IET EIER 14 CRETAE ao A En q A 14 Level COntrolarstls TT UU TUR 14 Pan CONTO etai vo steal rd edv d dr uud icto A ated pedi a LUE 14 CUC On OI UEC A siue diat dira ad ietces mangas aria ms a iata deca ana a ong a a Ei id 14 Channel Cue Solo DUO Mire estas atu at SE UR ola Dee e ru ca e oca e EE RC Res 14 amc A T UTI 15 ZI COUCH rosca Ma MEE MM EU ELM M A I ALME ED MIR ears ILS AES 15 Headphone MODs ssdoetuiotetbam estin A ends ca cba ouais hoc E Mur od rr EUM Pi 15 Headphone CORTO A e dur c dale A 15 Headphone
30. e changed from Cut to Solo by operating the Solo Master adjacent to channel 16 In Cut mode this button will mute the feed to the main two track bus Cut is indicated by the button turning red In Solo mode selecting the button will cut all channels except the one operated commonly referred to as Solo In Place Solo is indicated by the button turning yellow As the solo system is latching it is possible to build up solo groups and to then use the Cut Solo Master to audition a solo group or a cut group This can be useful for comping or sorting out EQ balance problems in the mix quickly before printing the final pass Page 14 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Cue Section amp CUET6 2TRTOCUE CLR pF d ue X Aa A Fi 1 i E e Fe We e y he a nt T CUE 1 14 2T to Cue Sends the 2 Track Return post level control to the headphone mix ideally suited for replaying the last overdub to the artist for auditioning or a complete 2 track mix of the whole song without the artist needing to come into the control room Headphone Mon Selects the prefade LS Outputs onto the Cue headphone outputs so the artist hears the same sources as the engineer feeds to the monitors Headphone Control This control adjusts the main Headphone levels with a range of codB OdB The headphone control also incorporates a switch which when operated feeds the unit s talkback mic to the Headphone
31. e shown Installing Neve Recall Neve Recall is being installed Cancel i Neve Recall mi Click Next Neve Recall Information Please visit http www ams neve com and register your product today to receive the latest updates and support on Neve Recall MS Neve Ltd http www ams neve com Click Next to continue Cancel PONY Fel f Once the install has successfully completed click Close Installation Complete The software will now be ready to use and will be accessible from Dagon gee ae Start Menu Programs Neve Recall Neve Recall or from Click Cose to exit the Recall icon on the Desktop Page 32 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Installation for Mac eeo Install Neve Recall come to the Mac OS X Installation Program You will be i ded through the steps necessary to install this software TS Select Destination I Installation Type E 8 Installing IB Finish Up Ee Installation Type E installing b eoo Install Neve Recall O Installation Type I e installing L Finish Up eoo Install Neve Recall O Installation Type Oinstalling Insert the CD containing the software into the Mac and the install programme will launch automatically Click Continue Select the location where you wish the software to be installed to Click Continue Click Upgrade and the software will start to install The progress bar will show the state
32. gt PPM Range Enable L R 20dBu to 26dBu Q9 9 i Ins FADER OPTION enrolls ae aoe DC i DC Jo DC 0 P I P PPM PPM 0 4dBu 14 18dBu 18 22dBu I P D P a g Ye Normal qs Led s In Meter Mix L Mix R Aux bus i Cut Solo Red Sum Diff S S PPM Drive Yellow Digital O L SCENE PME NC po We cx o Loto TUN p Red Analogue Clip 25dbu CH CONEIR i Wo Ez Control AER E MEM ay us QO A AZ Laf ACH xl us E R gt 1dbu E Lat 4 1 4 CH I P Y p d Pan r Mix 5 1 5 4dbu Pre Fade Id Level 6 1 6 Level g l Inf to 0 5 8 l Inf to 15 9 Insert DECODE yp EXE i ENCODE 4 L 1 oo ES sl iis i ls D gt s a gt HO A oot 4dbu 223 d Solo i 3Ie 218 SUM O 101 212 or Lot 1 d amp 10dB 11 2 3 n amp 4dbu DIFF hind Main 12 214 i 5 Hoop i DIFF Control Mix 13 2 5 Aoo K T L SUM Pre Fade L SUM 4 i Output E f Red Cut i R DIFF il Te n R DIFF E ES S Yel Solo l 4 16 2 8 oS zB Ps g m i 0 0 Ldbu p A nee 3p 4D7 o 4 1 V Sampling Frequency Select Toggle ARA AAN PUC A qo lt DC an f Ac DC Mom Ja Inf to 10 s meen pum Loio m ju Inf fo 10 i 2T Retun A on gt Ss a E or 4dbu 441 480 882 960 1764 1920 DSD i DC Reverb Return 3 6 1416 Yel iis P G o 2TR Pred ern Pred Tal Frec fice Pret 4dbu Mix Sampling Frequency Select kHz i kao orc 441 48 0 882 96 0 176 4 192 DSD Inser
33. ion TOF VIG neat ne Di x ian deiode da 33 T T 13 Block Diagrams 8816 Optional Fader Pack control Optional ADC board installation Page 4 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 1 Introduction The 8816 is an extremely versatile 16 2 summing mixer which can produce the highest possible recording and mixing performances in any format using revered Neve analogue designs including transformer mixing With comprehensive input mixing and monitoring functions 8816 can upgrade a DAW to a professional mixing facility Not only does the unit provide quite unbelievable analogue facilities but also has remix and Recall as standard In addition to the superb facilities offered as standard on the 8816 there are two options digital outputs and a fader pack ADC Output World class A to Ds with sampling rates of up to 192kHz and DSD outputs Analogue insert points are provided ahead of the ADCs that couple the ultimate analogue circuitry with superior digital conversion making the unit an obvious choice for complete integration with a DAW NOTE Requires internal fitting please consult your local Neve dealer HE NE NMNENMENENENMEUNEN Fader Pack 16 Input Faders with Cut Solo controls and post fade direct outputs plus 2 Master Faders give the engineer fine level control with a traditional feel With the fader unit attached the rotary channel level controls become aux send levels increasing
34. k in CJ Firmware EsTdown_8803_2 hex s File name down 8803 2 Files of type 8803 Dutboard Firmware Files hex C Open as read only The Open File dialog will appear To locate the firmware data file browse to the location e PC users C Program Files Neve Recall Firmware e Mac users Applications Neve Recall Firmware The file names follow the format down_88XY_V hex where XY are the last two digits of the 88 unit name e g 16 for 8816 and V is the software version number A typical filename could be down_8804_5 hex Double click on the latest filename which matches your unit If an incorrect file is selected the user will be prompted to select another file Page 23 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 File Downloading Please Wait Updating Firmware Neve Recall Firmware Update Successful IMPORTANT PLEASE RESTART RECALL OK Neve Recall Error Updating Firmware File Please try again Corrupted or Old Firmware Once the file is selected the transfer will begin and the Recall screen will display that the upload is under way This process may take up to two minutes Upon completion the message Firmware Update Successful will be displayed Click OK to continue You can continue to update other units successfully without restarting Recall but the Recall software must be restarted once this process is finished If the transfer
35. logue Digital overload indication Analogue overload of the unit is indicated by a red led in the associated left or right output meter The actual level at which the overload led illuminates is about 1dB below the max output of the unit 26 dBu If the ADC option is fitted to the unit then the led will light yellow if a digital overload occurs for more than 1 sample This has priority over the analogue overload indication Sensitivity of the digital overload indication will be set by the unit s digital operating level Metering The main left and right meters are sourced directly from the main outputs so signal problems within the unit or what is connected can be metered correctly The meter is a pseudo PPM type with a special scale that ranges from 16 to 26 dBu This type of meter and range is ideal for accurate metering of analogue levels when they are fed to a digital recorder to maximise levels and to avoid digital clipping Three important points are identified on the meter to help the user to match levels between the unit and a DAW e 0 PPM Scale Point 5 for line up 4dBu Ovu e 14 PPM Scale Point 8 5 18 dBu for typical DAWs set to 14 OdBFS REL 4 dBu e 18 PPM Scale Point 9 5 22 dBu for typical DAWs set to 18 OdBFS REL 4 dBu ee Power Switch Meve 8816 Switches the unit on off and indicates a healthy 36 volts supply by illuminating red Page 18 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5
36. nnectors e Connectors 1 and 2 for Channel Inputs e Connector 3 for Auxiliary Outputs e Connector 4 for Master section Input e Connector 5 for Master section Outputs The 16 line inputs are on 2 x 25way D type connectors and follow the standard pin outs used by Pro Tools amp Tascam DA88 Connector 1 for Channel Inputs 1 8 connector 2 for Channel Inputs 9 16 Circuit Shield Hi Lo 1 25 24 12 2 11 10 23 3 22 21 9 4 8 7 20 5 19 18 6 6 5 4 17 7 16 15 3 8 2 1 1 The same pin arrangement is used on Connectors 3 4 amp 5 to provide the following circuits Connector 3 Pre Fade Insert Left Send Pre Fade Insert Right Send Insert Mix Left Send Insert Mix Right Send Aux Bus Send EN Y RU ON Connector 4 Pre Fade Insert Left Return Pre Fade Insert Right Return Insert Mix Left Return Insert Mix Right Return 2 Track Left Return 2 Track Right Return 2 Track Left Bus Input 2 Track Right Bus Input Rh NW buo Page 29 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Connector 5 Main Mix Left Output Main Mix Right Output Monitor Main Speaker Left Output gt Monitor Main Speaker Right Output Monitor Alternate Speaker Left Output Monitor Alternate Speaker Right Output 2 Cue Left Output Cue Right Output
37. nts such as backing vocals effects etc can be routed to stereo groups within the workstation and these groups connected to the 8816 inputs Optimum sound quality within the workstation is generally achieved by setting the virtual faders to OdB Final mix levels can be set on the 8816 The mix is now being created on the mix bus of the 8816 This uses the same transformer mix topology as the classic 80 series Neve consoles and recreates their legendary sound Recording back to the DAW or onto another device such as a CDR may be analogue or if the digital option is fitted can be from the Neve Analogue to Digital Converters ensuring the best possible sound quality A Neve 33609 compressor or a Neve 8803 EQ unit can be patched across the Insert allowing the whole mix to be compressed or EQ d Sometimes it is necessary to mix between a clean mix and a processed mix for example when using a Filter Bank to create a special effect across the whole mix for one section of a song This can be done by patching the filter bank across the Inserts of the 8816 and switching to Insert Mix mode The balance between the clean mix and the processed mix is now controlled by the Insert Mix level control and the engineer can switch between clean and processed mix or balance the two as required Page 9 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Mixing with Fader Pack Stereo Main Out e 5NSNNNENSENEENNEENME The enginee
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39. r and producer can monitor on two sets of speakers main and near field and switch between them using the Alt Speaker switch allowing comparisons of the mix on small and large speakers Headphones can also be connected if required The outputs of the recording unit or the appropriate two tracks of the DAW can be connected to the two track return so that the engineer can switch between monitoring the mix leaving the 8816 and the mix coming back from the recorder Page 10 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 Mastering 00 0 O0O8 25155125101 A Insert Snd Rtn Y Sum amp Difference mode Connect the outputs of your DAT CD player or two tracks of your DAW to inputs 1 and 2 on the 8816 Connect the master outputs of the 8816 to the inputs of the Workstation CDR or DAT that you wish to record onto Connect the outputs of the recording device to the 2 track return of the 8816 The mix is now passing through the mix bus of the 8816 A Neve 33609 compressor or a Neve 8803 EQ unit can be patched across the Insert Point allowing the whole mix to be compressed or EQ d The Insert can be switched to Sum and Difference mode allowing the producer to process the centre sum mono signal and the stereo difference signal in different manners The width control can be used to reduce the stereo width perhaps for a club remix or to enhance it beyond standard stereo if the original mix is not wide enough The
40. t pco Yel peu Mix i i e R Grn Digital O L op R gt gt Welk 69 al 315 415 ee Digital O L op L ins 2T To Bus i Mix nn L o lt AES G La Dc L2 gt L e OPTIONAL A TO D ADC Insert 2T Bus 1 P 4dbu E WE O R EM l 1 14 b E sense 4dbu PCB Jumpers EM HR Sel to move Monitor Mon Slave gt e H Recall e DC PORE POSTAJE NSPI 4 Level Master o 9 2 1 Inf to 0 N 5 6 o Rear pnl SW sil Sel pS gt f E P ie 4dbu o pea l I E i 25db i x k P i 10dBv Main R LSw S a gt A pL os i i Q W C W C AES AES AES DSD DSD c TN D 4dbu R IN OUT SYNC CH1 CH2 CHL CHR l 25db p O n B 10dBv 4 Mom M 514 y oj Dos M ALT i 10dBv SPK 5 3 Output D n wl 4dbu R Poa i t 10dBv I I L l l Lat ALT i i SPK i i m loan DC ae ne HP p lt ox n Mon j Lat x10 SUR gt SEN EE MED 36v 16A Cue Select Yel 5 2 35mm E m Supply T315A 1 M ge p 3L gue Jack CL p Um I To 70W L Mains 1 P Ns x s i S 14dbv sour E n i External N 90v to 240V ES Cue 1 T gt AE E Power ON OFF PSU aE 50Hz to 60Hz VL o Yel gt lt Level HP a pos Dc x x Cue Mix 000 Inf to 0 Amp i i l Tm Level Earth Lift Sw 1 L lt ar SEE 4 Cue 2 Inf to 10 mS A iE HP Jack on Front Pnl L CH 3 M gal a i D gt d wage I oo X t TO gt Jo i Yel Red ee Red Feeds From a 13 DC l ii E
41. the Unit to be Updated is Connected After Disconnection of Other Units Wait for 10 Seconds before Pressing OK Neve Recall ERROR Invalid Unit Type s or More than ONE Unit Connected to USB Please Try Again Update 8803 Unit Firmware select file with name down 8803 V hex Where Y is the Version Number Update Takes Approx 2 mins Current Firmware on Unit version 2 Press Ok to Continue Selecting a File for Transfer In order to get the most from your Neve unit the latest firmware should be installed Upgrading your software is a simple process with on screens prompts to guide you e Start the Recall software e On the main screen right click the window title bar Mac users select Recall e Click Upgrade Firmware e Select the file to transfer You will be prompted about removing other units When updating units only the unit that is being updated should be connected via USB All other units should have their USB disconnected Even if you are updating two units of the same model they should be connected individually and updated in two separate operations If more than one unit is connected via USB when the Update is about to be performed a screen will prompt you to disconnect the other units A prompt screen will confirm the software number amp version you should select and display the current version of firmware for the unit Click OK Update 8803 Firmware Select Hex File Loo
42. the functionality of the unit Note on Headroom and Levels e Each channel has 15dB of gain also known as 15dB in hand e Excessive use of gain may overload your DAW or other recording device OdB on the channel level control is approx at the 12 o clock position e Internal headroom is 26dBu e If your DAW is overloading but the overload indicators on the 8816 meters are NOT illuminated then back off your output levels e If your DAW is overloading and the red overload indicators ARE illuminated then you may need to back off your input levels Page 5 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 2 Application Scenarios Recording Mic i i z i LJ 0 Ei I ant w 1071 DPA e A 1 316 Pro Tools N v Line In Studio Headphones lt e D Engineer Headphones EM MEM EE ME LM The 8816 can be used to monitor from the workstation while recording directly from a mic pre such as the 1073DPD or as a pre mixer for recording a number of signals simultaneously to the workstation With the optional fader pack direct outs can be used from the 8816 to the DAW enabling it to be used like a conventional desk with both recording and monitoring signals passing through the unit Direct recording with 8816 as monitor Connect the output of the mic pre to the input of the workstation Connect the outputs of the workstation to the inputs of the 8816
43. ue 5 3 Controls Channel Strip The channel strip comprises a Cut Solo button a rotary Level control a rotary Pan control and a Cue select button Level Control The Level Control has a range of dB to 15dB with OdB set at about 12 o clock This range is deliberately chosen to be able to accommodate most line inputs levels whether they be professional 4dBu inputs or semi professional 10dBV inputs The Level control sets the levels going to the main L R Mix Outputs and to the Utility Aux Bus with the extra benefit of changing its function into an individual aux bus send level when an optional fader panel is fitted Pan Control This is a classic 3dB centre pan with S Law shaping to help accurate panning to extremes of left and right Cue Control Button When operated this takes the input of the channel pre level and pre pan and sends it to the cue mixer via the cue level control to feed the cue output to headphones Channels 1 14 are individually switchable to the cue via the Cue level control Channels 15 and 16 are linked as a stereo cue direct to the cue mix For overdubbing channels 15 16 can be set up as your backing track mix on the DAW and then selecting the appropriate channel from 1 to 14 will allow you to blend or ride a track using the cue level control allowing the artist to hear exactly what he or she needs to hear before dropping in to record Channel Cut Solo button The function of the button can b
44. with a universal input therefore no mains operating voltage setting is required There is a mains earth lift switch located at the rear of the unit next to the fuse holder When operated this isolates the mains earth from the chassis of the unit If this is operated earth must be maintained to the chassis of the unit by using the studio technical earth or equivalent earthing system When illuminated the red led on the power switch indicates a healthy T 36V supply Page 25 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 5 9 System Settings Setting Headroom for Optional A to D PM The unit can be set to one of three headroom settings 14dB 18dB iu MM or 22dB relative to 4dBu DO Je The headroom set is the number of dBs above 4dBu before the ADC kA P clips 000097 The clip led within the left and right output meter will come on if the A selected input level is exceeded for more than 1 sample The headroom can be changed by accessing the switches through the holes marked HR 18 UP or 14 DN down 14 dB Both switches in the down position 18 dB HR switch down and 18 14 up 22 dB HR 18 and 14 all up NB Only use a non metallic plunger tool to operate the level change switches Fader Pack Jumper Settings NOTE Internal jumper settings must be changed to enable the optional fader pack to take control of the main mix level Please consult your local
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