MR816CSX/MR816X Getting Started
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1. Cubase Al DVD ROM O Cubase Al g To view PDF files you must install Adobe Reader on your computer If you do not have Adobe Reader you can download the application from the Adobe website at the following URL http www adobe com MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 7 Special Notices for the Accessory Disks lt Steinberg and Yamaha make no representations or warranties with regard to any problems while attempting to copy the disks or software and cannot be held responsible for the results of attempts to copy the data These disks are NOT for audio visual purpose Do not attempt to play the disks on a CD DVD player Doing so may result in irreparable damage to your audio CD DVD player The software Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor and Steinberg MR Extension included in the TOOLS for MR CD ROM and the copyrights thereof are under exclusive ownership by Yamaha The software included in the Cubase Al DVD ROM and the copyrights thereof are under exclusive ownership by Stein berg Media Technologies GmbH Copying reproduction of the software in whole or in part by any means is expressly forbidden without the written consent of the manufacturer For latest information of the software included in the accessory disks refer to the web site below Future upgrades of application and system software and any changes in specifications and functions will be announced separately on the web site http service steinberg de2. ake sure to set the volume for the headphones and master volume applied to the output jacks ake sure that the speakers or headphones are con nected correctly ake sure that the power to your amplifier and other external devices is turned on Make sure that the volume between monitor speakers is well balanced Make sure the word clock setting is correct for both the R816 CSX MR816 X and the external device s Connection with a computer Confirm whether or not the lamps of the Word Clock Source and Sample Rate flash in order Refer to Word Clock Source lamps and Sample Rate lamps flash in order Settings on a computer Make sure to set the volume settings within your appli cation to appropriate levels Confirm whether or not the settings in Yamaha Stein berg FW Driver are appropriate For details refer to Audio and MIDI signals fail to transfer between com puter and the MR816 CSX MR816 X lamps flash in order Settings on the MR816 CSX MR816 X and connections When the lamps flash the MR816 CSX MR816 X may not be recognized by the connected computer Turn off then on of the power of the corresponding MR816 CSX MR816 X or disconnect an IEEE1394 cable from the MR816 CSX MR816 X then connect again When multiple MR816 CSX MR816 Xs or devices com patible with the Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver are daisy chain connected remember that up to three devices can be connected if the Sampl
3. MR816 CSX MR816 X e IEEE1394 equipped device If any IEEE1394 devices which are not compatible with Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver are connected directly to a computer disconnect them from the computer and make sure to connect only a device which is compatible with Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 23 There may be multiple IEEE1394 interfaces installed on the computer and each of the multiple IEEE1394 devices may be connected to different interfaces When using multiple devices compatible with the Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver and connecting them to the com puter peer to peer individually i e star connection make sure to connect them all to the jacks of a single interface Settings on a computer Confirm whether or not TOOS for MR has been installed correctly For Windows XP Add New Hardware Wizard may not be completed correctly If you have canceled it restart the computer so that Add New Hardware Wizard appears Restart the computer For Mac If the new IEEE1394 interface PC card etc is connected to the computer with the power turned on restart the computer The IEEE1394 device com patible with the Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver will be recognized by the computer after restarting E Cannot use other connected IEEE1394 devices correctly Disconnect the IEEE1394 device compatible with the Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver from the computer Information for U
4. Make sure that the power to the MR816 CSX MR816 X is turned off Using an IEEE1394 cable connect the MR816 CSX MR816 X directly to the computer without using a hub and disconnect all other IEEE 1394 devices from the computer Start the computer and log on to the Administra tor account Select Start gt Settings gt Control Panel If the control panel appears as category view click Switch to Classic View in the upper left of the con trol panel All control panels and icons will be displayed Go to System gt Hardware gt Driver Signing Driver Signing Options and select the radio button to the left of Ignore Install the software anyway and don t ask for my approval and click OK System Properties System Restore Automatic Updates General ComputerName Hardware Add Hardware Wizard z The Add Hardware Wizard helps you install hardware Add Hardware Wizard Device Manager Seedy The Device Manager lists all the hardware devices installed ES on your computer Use the Device Manager to change the properties of any device Driver Signing Device Manager Hardware Profiles y Hardware profiles provide a way for you to set up and store DI diferent hardware configurations Hardware Profiles Driver Signing Options During hardware installation Windows might detect software that has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility w
5. mined by turning the unit OFF and ON please try to elimi nate the problem by using one of the following measures Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference Utilize power outlets that are on different branch circuit breaker or fuse circuits or install AC line filter s In the case of radio or TV interference relocate reorient the antenna If the antenna lead in is 300 ohm ribbon lead change the lead in to co axial type cable If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product If you can not locate the appropriate retailer please contact Yamaha Corporation of America Elec tronic Service Division 6600 Orangethorpe Ave Buena Park CA90620 The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA class B COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE Responsible Party Yamaha Corporation of America Address 6600 Orangethorpe Ave Buena Park Calif 90620 Telephone 714 522 9011 Type of Equipment ADVANCED INTEGRATION DSP STUDIO Model Name MR816CSX MR816X This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interf
6. 3 2kg Operating Free air Temperature Range 5 35 Included Accessories AC power adaptor PA 30 or equivalent DVD ROM Cubase Al CD ROM TOOLS for MR Getting Started manual printed booklet IEEE1394 cable Rubber stoppers x 4 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 29 Hum amp Noise GAIN Maximum 86 dB 90 dB SN LINE OUT 20 Hz 20 kHz Rs 1500 PAD OFF Output channel fader Nominal All Input channel faders Minimum GAIN 60 dB 53 dB 57 dB SN LINE OUT Z PAD OFF Output channel fader Nominal Input channel fader one channel Nominal Maximum Voltage Gain 84 dB CH1 8 to LINE OUT 2 Crosstalk 1 kHz N Minimum 85 dB CH1 8 Adjacent Input Functions Input Channels 1 8 Analog Input IC Preamp Discrete Class A MIC preamp Inverted Darlington Circuitry 48V button Phantom Power switch ENDE PAD button 0 26 dB Gain knob 44 dB variable 60 dB to 16 dB Phase Normal Reversed controlled via a computer High Pass Filter OFF 80 Hz 12 dB oct Controlled via a computer HI Z switch On off for channel 1 Input impedance 500 kQ AD converter 24 bit linear Enhanced dual bit delta sigma conversion SIG PEAK lamp 3dB or mode red 40db 3dB green when the clipping point of the signal is assumed to be O dB Output Channels 1 8 Analog Output Level Control DA converter Multi Function E
7. A Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for TOOLS for MR window appears TOOLS for MR InstallShield Wizard Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for TOOLS for MR This program will install the following three components Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor Steinberg MR Extension Before executing this setup program make sure to turn off the power to all the IEEE1394 devices connected to the computer then exit all the programs and close all the unnecessary windows on the computer 11 Click Next After completing the installation make sure to restore the origi nal setting if necessary 12 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 1 2 Follow the on screen instructions in the Setup window for Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Stein berg MR Editor and Steinberg MR Extension appearing in order i If the same version of each software component has already been installed in your computer the installation window of the corresponding software will not appear If a message The software you are installing has not passed Windows Logo Testing appears click Continue Anyway You do not need to abort the installation If the message does not appear proceed to the next step 1 3 When installation is complete a message indi cating so appears If restarting of the computer is necessary following successful completion of the installation make sure that the radio button to the left of Yes want to restart my c
8. External 44 1kHz 48kHz 88 2kHz 96kHz 0 1 respectively Total Harmonic Distortion GAIN Minimum 0 004 or less 1 kHz 18 dB into 600 Q Frequency Response fs 48 kHz 20 Hz 20 kHz 1 3 dB 4 dB into 600 Q CH IN to LINE OUT fs 96 kHz 20 Hz 40 kHz 1 3 dB 4 dB into 600 Q 104 dB DA converter LINE OUT 97 dB AD DA to LINE OUT 118 dB Equivalent input noise Dynamic Range SN ratio at the maximum level Z A un 86 dB Residual output noise Output fader Minimum Input and Output Specifications Analog Input MIC LINE HI Z jack 1 Type XLR type balanced Input Level Nominal Level Maximum Level Input Impedance MIC LINE jack 2 and MIC LINE IN 48 Phantom powered 60 dBu to 10 dBu 24 dBu 8 5 KQ jacks 3 8 CH1 8 P INSERT 1 0 jack 1 and 2 INSERT IN TRS phone type unbalanced 0 dBu 14 dBu 10 kQ Output Level Analog Input Type Nominal Level Maximum Level Input Impedance OUTPUT jacks 1 8 Line Output TRS phone type balanced 4 dBu 18 dBu 600 Q INSERT I O jack 1 and 2 INSERT OUT TRS phone type unbalanced 4 dBu 18 dBu 10 kQ i 4mW 4mW 25 mW 25 mW 8Q nn tanda TRS phone type unbalanced Monitor 1 2 12mW 12mW 75mW 75mW 400 General Specifications Power Requirements 40W PA 30 Dimensions H x D x W 44 x 305 x 480 mm Net Weight
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10. device Furthermore the WCL Word Clock jack and the digital jacks are also provided for comprehensive com patibility with devices and applications in professional studios Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip effect MR816 CSX only The MR816 CSX is equipped with eight independent blocks of the Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip effect using the new Sweet Spot Morphing Technology developed by Yamaha These give you a variety of specially programmed compressor equalizer settings into which are distilled years of extensive professional engineering experience letting you quickly and easily achieve professional level results for your sound by simple panel operations When connecting the MR816 CSX to a computer this effect can be applied to the audio signal transferred recorded to the DAW software such as Cubase as well as the sound from audio equipment such as keyboards guitars and microphones In addition a dedicated window lets you create more detailed settings for this effect unit REV X effect The MR816 CSX MR816 X is equipped with the REV X Effect a high quality digital reverb effect unit which can be applied to all input channels When connecting the MR816 CSX MR816 X to a computer this reverb can be applied to the input signal coming from the DAW software as well as the sound from audio equipment such as keyboards guitars and microphones In addition a dedicated window lets you create more detailed settings for this effect unit Dai
11. goto nsf show supportupdates_mr816_gb 8 MRS16csx MR816x Getting Started HSITONGA The Controls and Connectors Front Panel 00600 lose o o a O HI Z switch O ASSIGN lamps O MIC LINE HI Z jack 1 analog input jack 1 and MIC LINE jack 2 analog input jack 2 QUICK CONNECT buttons with LED lamps O SIG PEAK lamps O Gain knobs 1 8 The MORPH lamp is available only on the MR816 CSX The MR816 X is not equipped with the MORPH lamp O Word Clock Source lamps Sample Rate lamps O 48V button phantom power button with LED Multi Function encoder knobs 1 and 2 with LED lamps lamps O PAD button with LED lamps Headphone jacks 1 and 2 STANDBY ON switch Rear Panel oe e a an INSERT 1 0 a INPUT O AC ADAPTOR IN jack O S PDIF IN OUT jack OPTICAL IN OUT jack O IEEE1394 jack 1 and 2 O WCLK IN OUT jack wordclock in out jack O OUTPUT jacks 1 8 analog output jacks 1 8 O MIC LINE INPUT jacks 3 8 analog input jacks 3 8 INSERT I O jacks 1 and 2 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 9 Turning the Power On and Off Power Supply 1 Make sure that the STANDBY ON switch of the MR816 CSX MR816 X is in the STANDBY posi tion N WARNING e Use only the included power adaptor PA 30 or an equiva lent recommended by Yamaha Use of a different adaptor may result in equipment dam
12. on the MR Editor on the computer This means that the last settings stored or recalled on MR Editor can be used even if the MR816 CSX MR816 X is disconnected from the computer Accordingly you can use the MR816 CSX MR816 X as a mixer or D A converter or A D converter without a computer after the necessary set tings on the MR Editor or Cubase are completed Z WARNING Make sure to set all volume levels to minimum 0 before disconnecting the external device E Using the MR816 CSX MR816 X as a E Using the MR816 CSX MR816 X as an mixer AD converter Digital O device 99900990009 2222 5 ly Up to three MR816 CSX MR816 Xs up to two when the Sample Rate is set to 88 2kHZ or 96kHz can be used simultaneously by connect ing them in daisy chain fashion to a computer via IEEE1394 cables For details refer to the Operation Manual PDF file included in the accessory CD ROM Volume settings of the MR816 CSX MR816 X and monitor speakers powered speakers To ensure a clear monitor sound with the least noise set the master volume level of the MR816 CSX MR816 X to high Lower the volume of the monitor speakers powered speakers to the minimum then raise the master volume level of the MR816 CSX MR816 X to high After that adjust the volume of the monitor speakers as desired 20 MR816csx MR816x Getting
13. spill into e Use the specified adaptor PA 30 or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha any openings If any liquid such as water seeps into the instrument turn off the only Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or power immediately and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet Then have overheating the instrument inspected by qualified Steinberg Yamaha service personnel e Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have e Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands accumulated on it e Do not place the AC adaptor cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators Fire warning and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord place heavy objects e Do not put burning items such as candles on the unit on it or place it in a position where anyone could walk on trip over or roll burning item may fall over and cause a fire anything over it If you notice any abnormality Do not open e lfthe AC adaptor cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged or if there is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument or if any unusual smells or smoke should appear to be caused by it immediately turn off the power switch disconnect the adaptor plug from the outlet and have the instrument inspected by qualified Steinberg Yamaha service personnel e Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way The instrument contains
14. the MR816 CSX MR816 X will flash When the flashing stops the opera tion is completed and the MR816 CSX MR816 X starts normally with the factory settings A CAUTION e Never attempt to turn off the power while factory settings are being written to internal memory Turning the power off in this state results in loss of all user data and may cause the system to freeze due to corruption of data in the internal memory This means that MR816 CSX MR816 X may not be able to operate properly even when turning the power on next time HSITONGA Troubleshooting E No sound is heard or the sound is too faint EH Word Clock Source lamps and Sample Rate Settings on the MR816 CSX MR816 X and connections The connection cable from the external device may be broken ake sure that a signal from an external device or the DAW is being sent to the MR816 CSX MR816 X s input Make sure to set the volume of the connected device to appropriate levels Make sure to set the gain to an appropriate level Make sure to set the 48V button phantom power to on when using a condenser microphones f you are connecting an electric guitar make sure that it is connected to an input jack that supports HI Z and that the HI Z switch is turned on Make sure that the INSERT I O jacks are connected properly Make sure to turn off the mute for each channel ake sure to raise each input channel fader to an appropriate level
15. tiff FW_11000B tiff FW_11000C tiff FW_11000D tiff Library Audio MIDI Drivers YamahaFWMIDI plugin Library LaunchAgents com yamaha YamahaFWCM plist Library PreferencePanes Yamaha Steinberg FW prefPane Library Preferences com yamaha FWDriver plist Library Receipts YamahaFWAudioDriver pkg YamahaFWCM pkg YamahaFWCP pkg YamahaFWDriverplist pkg YamahaFWEnabler pkg YamahaFWHAL pkg YamahaFWMIDIIcon pkg YamahaFWMIDIPlugin pkg System Library Extensions YamahaFWAudioDriver kext System Library Frameworks YamahaFWeEnabler framework Users Account name Library Preferences com yamaha YamahaFWCM plist Account name indicates the account name when Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver is installed 18 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started Removing Steinberg MR Editor 0 lt Keep in mind that files with the extension ttf may be in use by other Yamaha applications We recommend that you avoid deleting any of these files unless necessary Applications MREditor app Library Fonts Yamaha EBM7 Bold ttf Yamaha EBM7 Regular ttf Yamaha EBM8 Expanded ttf Yamaha EBM8 Regular ttf Yamaha EBM10 Bold ttf Yamaha EBM15 Condensed ttf Library Receipts Steinberg MR Editor pkg Removing Steinberg MR Extension Library Application Support Steinberg Components mr_extension_u bundle Library Application Support Steinberg Project Templates Steinberg xxx cpr xxx indicates specific model na
16. CD ROM drive of your computer Installation 6 Open the CD ROM then double click the file TOOLS for MR mpkg The Welcome to the TOOLS for MR Installer win dow appears Gg A dialog box appears asking if you want to install the software Click Continue 7 Follow the onscreen instructions to install the software 8 When installation has been completed click Restart to restart the computer 9 Turn on the power to the MR816 CSX MR816 X The Word Clock Source lamps and Sample Rate lamps of the MR816 CSX MR816 X flash in order then stop indicating that the initial settings are com pleted g If Word Clock Source lamps and Sample Rate lamps of the MR816 CSX MR816 X do not flash in order after waiting a while restart the computer When canceling the installation If you ve cancelled an installation before it is complete the software may not have been installed properly To install the software properly resume the procedure from Step 6 1 Audio MIDI Setup Audio Devices From the hard disk to which the OS is installed usually Macintosh HD click Applications gt Utilities then double click Audio MIDI Setup Mac OS X 10 5 The Audio MIDI Setup window appears Mac OS X 10 6 Mac OS X 10 7 The Audio Devices window appears 2 Follow the instructions below to confirm the setting MAC OS X 10 5 Click Audio Devices then select Yamaha Steinberg FW from t
17. Getting Started EN MR 816csx MR 816x ADVANCED INTEGRATION DSP STUDIO En O steinberg FCC INFORMATION U S A 1 IMPORTANT NOTICE DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT This product when installed as indicated in the instructions con tained in this manual meets FCC requirements Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority granted by the FCC to use the product 2 IMPORTANT When connecting this product to accessories and or another product use only high quality shielded cables Cable s supplied with this product MUST be used Follow all installation instructions Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA 3 NOTE This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations Part 15 for Class B digital devices Compliance with these requirements pro vides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this prod uct in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices This equipment gen erates uses radio frequencies and if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations If this product is found to be the source of interference which can be deter
18. Installing TOOLS for MR 1 Start the computer and log on to the Administra tor account 2 Insert the Cubase Al DVD ROM into the DVD ROM drive 3 When the WELCOME TO CUBASE Al window appears choose your preferred language by clicking on the corresponding national flag icon 0 If this window does not appear automatically open the DVD ROM then double click the file Start Center 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to install the software CAUTION Keep in mind that noise may be generated when installing or uninstalling the TOOLS for MR Before performing either of these operations make sure to lower the output level of each device g You are only permitted to use this software pursuant to the terms and conditions of the License Agreement shown during the installation TOOLS for MR consists of three software components Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor and Steinberg MR Extension Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver en ables audio signals to be transferred between a com puter and the MR816 CSX MR816 X via IEEE1394 cables Steinberg MR Editor enables you to perform all settings on an the MR816 CSX MR816 X including basic parameters d system related parameters allowing you to remotely control the MR816 CSX MR816 X from the computer and save parameter settings for the MR816 CSX MR816 X as a ile Steinberg MR Extension enables you to use the Link function betwee
19. Started HSITONGA Try Recording Once you ve successfully installed the device following the instructions on page 11 you can quickly and easily record your musical performances through simple operations on the DAW software Here you ll connect a microphone to the MIC LINE HI Z jack then record your vocal performance to a mono track in Cubase Cubase Link function e By installing the TOOLS for MR you can use various functions linked between the MR816 CSX MR816 X and Cubase and Cubase Al etc You must have a version of Cubase or Cubase Al later than 5 in order to use the Link function For information check the MR816 CSX MR816 X operation manual and the website below http service steinberg de goto nsf show supportupdates_mr816_gb 0 For more information on recording using the MR816 CSX MR816 X and Cubase as well as details about the buttons and knobs of the MR816 CSX MR816 X refer to the Operation Manual PDF file For details about Cubase refer to the Operation Manual of Cubase For explanations in this section examples from Cubase 5 are used If you are using a version of Cubase other than version 5 see the PDF manual provided with Cubase using an IEEE1394 cable then start the com puter Turn on the power of the MR816 CSX MR816 X Wait until the Word Clock Source lamps and Sample Rate lamps of the MR816 CSX MR816 X flash in order then stop After the lamp flashing is completed launch Cubase If the followin
20. TOOLS for MR CD ROM into the CD ROM drive of your computer Installation The installer will install the following three software com ponents to your computer Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor Steinberg MR Extension g Use the Cancel button or Close button to quit the installation Quitting by using the Ctrl Alt Delete buttons or by turning off the power while installation is in process can result in prob lems since the installation is terminated without performing a proper uninstall 1 0 Open the CD ROM then double click the file setup exe A Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for TOOLS for MR window appears TOOLS for MR InstallShield Wizard Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for TOOLS for MR This program will install the following three components Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor Steinberg MR Extension Before executing this setup program make sure to turn off the power to all the IEEE1394 devices connected to the computer then exit all the programs and close all the unnecessary windows on the computer g If the User Account Control window appears click Continue A dialog box appears 11 Click Next 1 2 Follow the on screen instructions in the Setup window for Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Stein berg MR Editor and Steinberg MR Extension appearing in order g If the same version of each software component has a
21. ables e When setting up the product make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible If some trouble or malfunction occurs immediately turn off he power switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet Even when the power switch is turned off electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum evel When you are not using the product for a long time make sure to unplug he power cord from the wall AC outlet Use only the rack specified for the instrument When attaching the stand or rack use the provided screws only Failure to do so could cause damage to the internal components or result in the instrument falling over e Do not place objects in front of the instrument s air vent since this may prevent adequate ventilation of the internal components and possibly result in the instrument overheating e Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components turn off the power for all components Before turning the power on or off for all components set all volume levels to minimum Also be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level e When cleaning the instrument use a soft dry cloth Do not use paint thinners solvents cleaning fluids or chemical impregnated wiping cloths o Handling caution e Take care that the ke
22. age overheating or fire Doing so will also immediately void the product warranty even if the effective warranty period has not expired 2 Connect the power adaptor to the AC ADAPTOR IN jack on the rear panel of the MR816 CSX MR816 X then turn the fastening ring clockwise O to secure the connection 3 Plug the power adaptor into a standard house hold power outlet Gg Be sure to unplug the adaptor from the outlet when you are not using the MR816 CSX MR816 X or when lightning storms are expected in your area Make sure that there is adequate distance between the power adaptor and the MR816 CSX MR816 X Otherwise noise may be generated 10 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started Turning the Power On and Off 1 To turn the power on press the STANDBY ON switch to the ON position 2 To turn the power off press the STANDBY ON switch to the STANDBY position CAUTION e Note that a small amount of current continues to flow while the switch is in the STANDBY position If you do not plan to use the MR816 CSX MR816 X for an extended period of time please be sure to unplug the adaptor from the wall out let 0 To prevent sudden loud sounds from being produced from your speakers power on your equipment starting at the audio source instrument mic CD player etc and working down stream Example Instruments microphines CD players and other peripheral devices MR816 CSX MR816 X gt Powered speake
23. d microphones Connecting a single MR816 CSX MR816 X to a computer DAW The MR816 CSX MR816 X has a comprehensive set of I O terminals allowing you to connect digital devices such as a mas ter recorder and mic preamp having digital input output as well as analog devices such as microphone guitar and bass N WARNING e Make sure to set all volume levels to minimum 0 before disconnecting the external device Guitar Microphone Headphone 1 Ba 2 Front panel Synthesizer Tone generator D CD DAT Rear panel rosesseee RE Mic preamplifier IN Computer A SSS Powered speaker g The MR816 CSX MR816 X can handle up to 16 channels of audio signal Analog 8 channels Digital 8 channels Regarding the digital input output channels you can select which format is used S PDIF coaxial optical or ADAT or both according to the connected audio devices You can set this from the control panel in Cubase or Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver and the setup screen of MR Editor Please refer to the Operation Manual for more details MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 19 Using the MR816 CSX MR816 X without a computer The settings of the internal mixer and system edited on the MR Editor can be stored to the MR816 CSX MR816 X by storing the settings as a Scene and recalling a Scene
24. d with eight discrete head amplifiers using the Inverted Darlington Circuitry Design for superior highly musical sound with minimal distortion and noise Mixer function and useful monitoring The mixer function with DSP processor lets you input up to sixteen channels of audio and mix down to eight channels of stereo Two of these stereo outputs can be assigned for separate monitoring through headphones connected to the PHONE jacks on the front panel What s more the monitor sound can be processed with the REV X reverb effect allowing you to have a full and natural monitor sound without latency delays Versatile input output jacks for professional studio use The MR816 CSX MR816 X is equipped with eight mono input jacks MIC LINE HI Z jack and MIC LINE jack on the front panel and MIC LINE INPUT jacks on the rear panel which accept both XLR 3 31 and TRS phone plug type connectors In addition each of these jacks provides a PAD button which enables connection of a wide range of instruments and devices from condenser microphones to synthesizers and other line level instruments The MIC LINE HI Z jack is compatible with HI Z high impedance inputs allowing you to connect instruments with high out put impedance such as electric guitar or bass The MIC LINE HI Z jack and MIC LINE jack are routed to the INSERT 1 0 jacks on the rear panel letting you apply a desired effect different from the internal one to the sound already input from the external
25. e Remove Follow the instructions to remove the software 14 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started E Windows Vista Windows 7 Preparing to install 1 Make sure that the power to the MR816 CSX MR816 X is turned off 2 Using an IEEE1394 cable connect the MR816 CSX MR816 X directly to the computer without using a hub and disconnect all other IEEE 1394 devices from the computer 3 Start the computer and log on to the Administra tor account 4 Select Start gt Control Panel If the control panel appears as category view switch the view as follows For Windows Vista Click Classic View in the upper left of the control panel For Windows 7 Click View by Category in the upper right of the control panel and select Large icons or Small icons All control panels and icons will be displayed 5 Double click the Device Manager icon Gg If the User Account Control window appears click Continue A dialog box appears 6 Check that no or x marks appear next to IEEE1394 Bus host controllers If one of these marks is shown the IEEE1394 i LINK connection cannot be used Refer to the owner s manual of your computer for details 7 Click the Close button x at the top right of the Device Manager window then click the Close button x at the top right of the Control Panel window to close it 8 Exit any open applications and close all open windows 9 Insert the
26. e Rate is set to 44 1kHz 48kHz and up to two devices can be connected if the Sample Rate is set to 88 2kHz 96kHz If more devices than this limit are connected remove unnecessary device s from the daisychain connection Confirm whether or not an audio device which is not compatible with the Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver has been connected If so remove the corresponding device from the daisy chain connection For Windows Confirm whether or not the Yamaha n Driver Yamaha Al Driver or mLAN Driver mLAN Tools is installed to the computer lf so disable these drivers turn the power to the corresponding device off then on again or disconnect the corresponding device from the computer then connect again E The device name cannot be recognized from the DAW software E Audio and MIDI signals fail to transfer between computer and the MR816 CSX MR816 X Connection with a computer Confirm the status of the Word Clock Source lamps and Sample Rate lamps If they flash in order refer to Word Clock Source lamps and Sample Rate lamps flash in order Make sure that the IEEE1394 cable is connected prop erly and that the power to the MR816 CSX MR816 X has been turned on Disconnect the IEEE1394 cable once then insert it again There may be a loop connection Check the IEEE1394 cable to make sure that none of the devices are con nected in a loop Example of loop connection MR816 CSX Computer Computer MR816 X
27. e phantom power of the MIC LINE HI Z jack 1 via the following instructions Turn phantom power on off 48 button Press the QUICK CONNECT button 1 while hold ing down the 48V button The lamps of the 48V button and QUICK CONNECT button 1 will light indicating that the phantom power of the MIC LINE HI Z jack 1 is turned on MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 21 If you want to change the recording track for the MIC LINE HI Z jack already set via the selected template select the mono audio track to be record in the project window on Cubase then click the QUICK CONNECT 1 button of the MR816 CSX MR816 X The lamp of the QUICK CONNECT button 1 flashes for a while then the input channel corre sponding to the MIC LINE HI Z jack is assigned to the newly selected audio track Turn on the Record Enable button and Monitoring button of Cubase so that you can monitor the sound being recorded Select the mono audio track Audio 02 Em S Audio 03 mono rg BAUME Y v Y v amp amp O D SX har gt Ostoreeax Osiarreax Osicrreax oscrenx Osiaree C OIOIOIOIO 2 A A IA 3 4 5 6 me 1 MIC LINE Click the QUICK CONNECT button Turn the gain knob 1 to adjust the input sensitiv ity of the MIC LINE HI Z 1 jack You can confirm the input signal level by checking the SIG PEAK lamp Adjust the input signal level by turning the knob so that the SIG PEAK lamp flashes diml
28. ents including the electronic musical instrument guitar and microphone Furthermore this product features the Link functions with the Cubase resulting that you can build the convenient music production studio The MR816 CSX MR816 X provides the two manuals Getting Started manual this manual and Operation Manual PDF file included in the accessory disk The Getting Started manual this book covers the introduction for using the MR816 CSX MR816 X such as how to install the necessary software and how to connect the audio device and computer to this product On the other hand the Operation Manual PDF file covers the details about the functions of the MR816 CSX MR816 X and instruc tions Please read the Getting Started manual this book at first then read the Operation Manual PDF file so that you can take full advantage of its superlative features and enjoy trouble free operation for years to come After reading this manual please keep it available for future reference Main Features Link with Cubase Install the included software and you can link the MR816 CSX MR816 X with Cubase for seamless operation for example monitoring the Cubase mixed sound with no latency and one button press assignment of audio inputs to Cubase tracks The flagship model of Cubase can also use the convenient Control Room feature with the MR816 For details about the Link function refer to page 21 High quality sound The MR816 CSX MR816 X is equippe
29. er information The serial number is located on the rear panel Please record the model number serial number and date of pur chase in the spaces provided below and keep this manual as a per manent record of your purchase Model Serial No Purchase Date PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL 92 BP others Table of Contents Introduction 6 Connecting to an External Device 19 EAS ssssiininnorensiisissa annainn 6 Try Recording ooocccccnncccccccononaninnnonancnononannncnnnonnnnos 21 Package Contents 7 Troubleshooting sca 23 About the Disks included in the Package 7 APPO lirica 25 The Controls and Connectors 9 Turning the Power On and Off 10 Software Installation 11 PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference N WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock short circuiting damages fire or other hazards These precautions include but are not limited to the following Power suplyAC power adaptor e Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument The required e Do not expose the instrument to rain use it near water or in damp or wet voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument conditions or place containers on it containing liquids which might
30. erence and 2 this device must accept any interference received including inter ference that may cause undesired operation See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected This applies only to products distributed by FCC DoC YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM Connecting the Plug and Cord IMPORTANT The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accor dance with the following code BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured makings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the termi nal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the ter minal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug e This applies only to users in the United Kingdom 2 wires OBSERVERA Apparaten kopplas inte ur v xelstr msk llan n tet s l nge som den ar ansluten till v gguttaget ven om sj lva appa raten har st ngts av ADVARSEL Netspeeendingen til dette apparat er IKKE afbrudt s lesenge netledningen siddr i en stikkontakt som er tendt ogs selvom der or slukket p apparatets afbryder VAROITUS Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty k ytt ky
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33. evice amp Steinberg MR816 Series Yamaha Steinberg FW Bus amp Yamaha Steinberg FW WDM Audio amp lt Storage controllers H a System devices 2 0 0 5 E 8 8 E p Uninstallation To uninstall TOOLS for MR you must remove the following three software components Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor Steinberg MR Extension 1 Make sure that the power to the MR816 CSX MR816 X is turned off Exit any open applica tions and close all open windows 2 From the Start menu select Control Panel gt Programs and Features to display the Uninstall or change a program panel 3 Select Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor and Steinberg MR Extension from the list 4 To uninstall the software click Uninstall Unin stall Change If the User Account Control window appears click Continue A dialog box appears Follow the instructions to remove the software HSITONGA E Mac Preparing to install Confirming the installation 1 Make sure that the power to the MR816 CSX MR816 X is turned off 2 Using an IEEE1394 Firewire cable connect the MR816 CSX MR816 X directly to the computer without using a hub and disconnect all other IEEE 1394 devices from the computer 3 Start the computer and log in to the Administra tor account 4 Exit any open applications and close all open windows 5 Insert the TOOLS for MR CD ROM into the
34. g dialog box is displayed while Cubase is starting click OK Cubase 5 9 2 Do you want to select Yamaha Steinbere FW ASIO Driver as MASTER ASIO driver E Do not ask again When the Project Assistant window appears click Recording The project templates for the MR816 CSX MR816 X will be displayed Selecting one of these project templates will create a project in which the input output routing of audio tracks has already been set Here select Steinberg MR816CSX multi channel recording or Steinberg MR816X multi channel recording Steinberg MR816CSX multi channel recording Steinberg MR816CSX stereo recording Steinberg MR816CSX Vocal Inst Recording 1 Steinberg MR816CSX Vocal Inst Recording 2 Steinberg MR816X multi channel recording Steinberg MR816X stereo recording Steinberg MR816X Vocal Inst Recording 1 Steinberg MR816X Vocal Inst Recording 2 1 Connect a computer to the MR816 CSX MR816 X 5 Select the template then click Create Continue Selecting Steinberg MR816CSX multi channel recording or Steinberg MR816X multi channel recording will create audio tracks 1 8 on Cubase To the audio input output routing for each track the input channel input jack of the MR816 CSX MR816 X will be assigned then the corresponding QUICK CONNECT lamps will light Connect the microphone to MIC LINE HI Z jack 1 When using a phantom powered condenser micro phone turn on th
35. he pull down menu in Properties For The current audio settings are shown in the Audio input and Audio Output fields MAC OS X 10 6 Mac OS X 10 7 Select Yamaha Steinberg FW from the list of Audio Devices The current audio settings are shown in the right of the screen You can output audio signals of the system sounds and audio player software e g i Tunes etc from the MR816CSX MR816X The procedure is described below Mac OS X 10 5 Select Yamaha Steinberg FW for Default Output in System Settings Mac OS X 10 6 Mac OS X 10 7 Select Use this device for sound output in the Action menu gearwheel icon at the left bottom of the Audio Devices win dow MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 11 Uninstallation Remove the following files from the boot disk generally Macintosh HD to uninstall TOOLS for MR Yamaha Stein berg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor and Steinberg MR Extension ly If the folders described below are not displayed in the Finder select Go to Folder under the Go menu of the Finder input the folder locations and then click Go Removing Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Applications Yamaha FWDriver Yamaha Steinberg FW Control Panel app YamahaFWCM app Library Application Support Yamaha FWDriver HAL YamahaFWHAL bundle Library Audio MID Devices Yamaha lmages FW_10000D tiff FW_10000E tiff FW_110006 tiff FW_110007 tiff FW_110008 tiff FW_110009
36. is soldered in place The average life span of this type of battery is approximately five years When replacement becomes necessary contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement This product may also use household type batteries Some of these may be rechargeable Make sure that the battery being charged is a rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being charged When installing batteries do not mix batteries with new or with bat teries of a different type Batteries MUST be installed correctly Mis matches or incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture Warning Do not attempt to disassemble or incinerate any battery Keep all batteries away from children Dispose of used batteries promptly and as regulated by the laws in your area Note Check with any retailer of household type batteries in your area for battery disposal informa tion Disposal Notice Should this product become damaged beyond repair or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an end please observe all local state and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead batteries plastics etc If your dealer is unable to assist you please contact Steinberg Yamaha directly NAME PLATE LOCATION The name plate is located on the top panel of the product The name plate lists the product s model number power requirements and oth
37. ith Windows Tell me why this testing is important What action do you want Windows to take Ignore Install the software anyway and don t ask For my approval O Warn Prompt me each time to choose an action O Block Never install unsigned driver software Administrator option v Make this action the system default E g 6 Check that no or x marks appear next to IEEE1394 Bus host controllers in System gt Hardware gt Device Manager If one of these marks is shown the IEEE1394 i LINK connection cannot be used Refer to the owner s manual of your computer for details 7 Close the Device Manager window System Prop erties window and Control Panel by clicking the OK button or the Close button X of the win dows 8 Exit any open applications and close all open windows 9 Insert the TOOLS for MR CD ROM into the CD ROM drive Installation The installer will install the following three software com ponents to your computer Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor Steinberg MR Extension g Use the Cancel button or Close button to quit the installation Quitting by using the Ctrl Alt Delete buttons or by turning off the power while installation is in process can result in prob lems since the installation is terminated without performing a proper uninstall 10 open the CD ROM then double click the file setup exe
38. lready been installed in your computer the installation window of the corresponding software will not appear If the Windows Security window appears confirm that the publisher is YAMAHA CORPORATION then click Install 7 Windows Security Would you like to install this device software yy Name Yamaha Corporation Sound video and game 5 Publisher YAMAHA CORPORATION Don t Install E Always trust software from YAMAHA CORPORATION WP You should only install driver software from publishers you trust How can I decide which device software is safe to install MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 19 HSITONGA 1 3 When installation is complete a message indi cating so appears If restarting of the computer is necessary following successful completion of the installation make sure that the radio button to the left of Yes want to restart my computer now is selected then click Finish to restart the computer If restarting the computer is unneces sary click Finish to exit the installation pro cess When canceling the installation If you ve cancelled an installation before it is complete the software may not have been installed properly To install the software properly resume the procedure from Step 10 Initial settings of driver After you ve installed TOOLS for MR perform the initial settings of the driver 0 If the User Account Control window appear
39. me etc Library Audio Plug Ins VST3 Yamaha ChannelStrip_m vst3 ChannelStrip_s vst3 RevHall vst3 RevHallMix vst3 RevPlate vst3 RevPlateMix vst3 RevRoom vst3 RevRoomMix vst3 Library Audio Presets Yamaha Corporation REV X Hall Basic vstpreset Bright Hall vstpreset Church vstpreset Clean vstpreset Small Hall vstpreset Library Audio Presets Yamaha Corporation REV X Room Basement vstpreset Basic vstpreset Bedroom vstpreset Garage vstpreset Library Receipts Steinberg MR Extension pkg Templates for Low Grade DAWs pkg HSITONGA Connecting to an External Device Cautions when connecting to external devices When connecting the MR816 CSX MR816 X to external audio devices and a computer follow the instructions below NX WARNING e Before you connect external devices to the MR816 CSX MR816 X turn off the power to all devices after setting all volume levels to minimum 0 Otherwise electrical shock or damage to the components may occur 1 Connect the instrument or microphone to 3 Turn on the power to all the devices in the follow MR816 CSX MR816 X then connect the ing order connected instruments and micro MR816 CSX MR816 X to the computer using an phones gt MR816 CSX MR816 X monitor IEEE 1394 cable speakers When you turn off the power first turn down the vol 2 Start the computer ume of each audio device then turn off in the reverse order monitor speakers gt MR816 CSX MR816 X gt instruments an
40. n the MR816 CSX MR816 X and versions of Cubase page 21 that are compatible with this func tion The TOOLS for MR Installer installs these three soft ware components If using a Windows installed Yamaha n Driver Yamaha Al Driver or mLAN Driver mLAN Tools Uninstall the driver software before installing the TOOLS for MR If you want to use mLAN devices with the same computer you don t need to uninstall the mLAN Driver mLAN Tools g If you are using mLAN Driver mLAN Tools V1 6 2 update them to V1 6 3 or higher before installing the Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver This is necessary because the Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver cannot work together with the mLAN Driver mLAN Tools V1 6 2 installed When using the Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver make sure to disable the mLAN Driver If this is enabled on Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver can not work because the mLAN Driver uses the IEEE1394 interface When using the mLAN Driver make sure to turn off any devices compatible with the Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver or disconnect them from the computer before enabling the mLAN driver Note that you may not need to disable the mLAN driver when the computer is equipped with multi ple IEEE 1394 interfaces and a device compati ble with the Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver is connected to the different IEEE1394 interface from the other used by the mLAN driver MR816csx MR816x Getting Started M E Windows XP Preparing to install 1
41. ncoder knob control for all the channels 1 8 Software control for each of the channels 1 8 24 bit linear 128 times oversampling Advanced multi bit delta sigma conversion Headphone jacks 1and2 Level Control Multi Function Encoder knob control aximum Output Level 25mW 8Q 75mW 400 IEEE 1394 jack European models Audio interface 16 ch input 16 ch output Purchaser user Information specified in EN55103 1 and EN55103 2 Inrush current 2 0 A MR816 CSX 2 0 A MR816 X Conforms to environments E1 E2 E3 E4 26 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started gt Warranty Terms and Conditions available as printable PDF file at www steinberg net warranty The Warranty Terms and Conditions available as printed PDF file at www steinberg net warranty apply only for countries of the European Economic Area EEA and Switzerland gt Gew hrleistungsbestimmungen finden Sie als druckbare PDF Datei unter www steinberg de warranty Die Gewahrleistungsbestimmungen in Schriftform sind als PDF Datei unter www steinberg de warranty erh ltlich und gelten nur f r den Europ ischen Wirtschaftsraum EWR und die Schweiz Les conditions de garantie se trouvent dans le document PDF imprimable sous www steinberg net warranty Les conditions de garantie disponibles au format PDF la page www steinberg net warranty s appliquent uniquement aux pays de l Espace conomique europ en EEE
42. no user serviceable parts If it should appear to be malfunctioning discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Steinberg Yamaha service personnel CAUTION Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others or damage to the instrument or other property These precautions include but are not limited to the following Power supply AC power adaptor e Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple connector e When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet always hold Doing so can result in lower sound quality or possibly cause overheating in the the plug itself and not the cord outlet e Unplug the AC power adaptor when not using the instrument or during electrical storms 3 11 1 2 4 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started e Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations or extreme cold or heat such as in direct sunlight near a heater or in a car during the day to prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to the internal components e Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV radio stereo equipment mobile phone or other electric devices Otherwise the instrument TV or radio may generate noise Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over e Before moving the instrument remove all connected adaptor and other c
43. o and game controllers and confirm that Steinberg MR816 Series Yamaha Steinberg FW Bus and Yamaha Steinberg FW WDM Audio are listed Device Manager File Action View Help se Intel AIM 3 0 Codec te Keyboards gt Mice and other pointing devices 34 Monitors 88 Network adapters E9 1394 Net Adapter EW Intel R PRO 100 VE Network Connection Y Ports COM amp LPT SBR Processors Sound video and game controllers Audio Codecs O Legacy Audio Drivers o Legacy Video Capture Devices Media Control Devices e ouodMAx Integrated Digital Audio Video Codecs Yamaha Steinberg FW Bus Yamaha Steinberg FW WDM Audio See Storage volumes i9 System devices HAEE Uninstallation To uninstall TOOLS for MR you must remove the following three software components Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor Steinberg MR Extension 1 Make sure the POWER switch on the MR816 CSX MR816 X is set to OFF exit from any open applications and close all open windows From the Start menu select Settings gt Con trol Panel gt Add or Remove Programs to dis play the Add or Remove Programs panel Click Change or Remove Programs located in the upper left then select Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor and Steinberg MR Extension from the list in the right panel To uninstall the software click Change or Remov
44. om puter the wizard appears several times Exit the wizard each time Initial Settings of MR816 Series Driver 1 6 Turn on the power to the MR816 CSX MR816 X The Found New Hardware Wizard window is dis played 1 7 Select the radio button next to Install the soft ware automatically Recommended then click Next 1 8 When installation is complete a message indi cating so appears Click Finish WDM Audio driver initial settings 1 9 The Found New Hardware Wizard window appears Select the radio button next to Install the software automatically Recommended then click Next 20 When installation is complete a message indi cating so appears Click Finish The Clock Source lamps and the Sample Rate lamps of the MR816 CSX MR816 X flash sequen tially then the flashing stops indicating that the initial settings have been completed When a new IEEE 1394 interface is installed to the computer or the second or later MR816 CSX MR816 X is connected to the computer the Found New Hardware Wizard window will appear In that case finish the wizard in the same way as described here MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 13 Confirming the installation BR N Select Control Panel from the Start menu Double click on the System icon to call up the System Properties window Select the Hardware tab and click Device Man ager Click on the mark next to Sound vide
45. omputer now is selected then click Finish to restart the computer If restarting the computer is unneces sary click Finish to exit the installation pro cess When canceling the installation If you ve cancelled an installation before it is complete the software may not have been installed properly To install the software properly resume the procedure from Step 10 Initial settings of driver After you ve installed TOOLS for MR perform the initial settings of the driver g A dialog box may appear asking you whether you wish to con nect to Windows Update In this case select the radio button to the left of Not at this time then click Next Bus driver initial settings 1 4 The Found New Hardware Wizard window appears Select the radio button next to Install the software automatically Recommended then click Next Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for Yamaha Steinberg Fw Bus If your hardware came with an installation CD E or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do Install the software automatically Recommended O Install from a list or specific location Advanced Click Next to continue HSITONGA 1 5 When installation is complete a message indi cating So appears Click Finish g If multiple IEEE1394 interfaces have been installed to the c
46. r Editor files onto external media as backup to avoid the loss of important data due to equipment malfunction or improper operation e If you want to store the settings edited on the MR816 CSX MR816 X without a computer launch the MR Editor with the computer and MR connected then perform the Scene Store operation This operation will store the settings to the internal memory of the MR816 CSX MR816 X and the MR Editor as a Scene Steinberg Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument or data that is lost or destroyed Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use Even when the power switch is in the STANDBY position electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level When you are not using the instrument for a long time make sure you unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall AC outlet Information e This manual is the exclusive copyrights of Yamaha Corporation e The screen displays as illustrated in this manual are for instructional purposes and may appear somewhat different from the screens which appear on your computer e This product incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in which Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH and Yamaha Corporation own copyrights or with respect to which it has license to use others copyrights Such copyrighted materials include without limitation all computer soft
47. rate for long periods of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears you should consult an audiologist IMPORTANT The louder the sound the shorter the time period before damage occurs Some Steinberg Yamaha products may have benches and or accessory mounting fixtures that are either supplied with the product or as optional accessories Some of these items are designed to be dealer assembled or installed Please make sure that benches are stable and any optional fixtures where applicable are well secured BEFORE using Benches supplied by Steinberg Yamaha are designed for seating only No other uses are recommended NOTICE Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a function or effect works when the unit is operating as designed are not covered by the manufacturer s warranty and are therefore the owners responsibility Please study this manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Steinberg Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environmentally friendly We sincerely believe that our prod ucts and the production methods used to produce them meet these goals In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law we want you to be aware of the following Battery Notice This product MAY contain a small non rechargeable battery which if applicable
48. rs power amps When turning the power off reverse the above sequence N WARNING e Before you connect external devices to the MR816 CSX MR816 X turn off the power to all devices Before turning the power on or off to all components set all volume levels to minimum 0 Otherwise electrical shock or damage to the components may occur Software Installation HSITONGA To use the MR816 CSX MR816 X you must first install the software on the computer This section explains the software installa tion Install Cubase Al before you install TOOLS for MR g If you have already installed a version of Cubase page 21 compatible with the Link function the instructions for Installing Cubase Al are not necessary Jump to the next section Installing TOOLS for MR Installing Cubase Al Gg You are only permitted to use this software pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Steinberg Software End User License Agreement EULA shown during the installation In order to have continuous use of Cubase Al including sup port and other benefits you will need to register the software and to activate your software license by starting it while the computer is connected to the Internet Click the Register Now button shown when the software is started then fill in all required fields for registration If you do not register the soft ware you will be unable to use it after a limited period of time expires
49. s click Continue 1 4 Turn on the power to the MR816 CSX MR816 X The Clock Source lamps and the Sample Rate lamps of the MR816 CSX MR816 X flash sequen tially then the flashing stops indicating that the initial settings have been completed Gg If the Word Clock Source lamps and Sample Rate lamps of the MR816 CSX MR816 X do not flash in order after waiting a while restart the computer If the User Account Control window appears when you install a new IEEE1394 interface to the computer click Continue 16 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started Confirming the installation 1 Select Control Panel from the Start menu 2 Double click the Device Manager icon ly Ifthe User Account Control window appears click Continue A dialog box appears 3 Click on the mark next to Sound Video and game controllers and confirm that Steinberg MR816 Series Yamaha Steinberg FW Bus and Yamaha Steinberg FW WDM Audio are listed Ex Device Manager ole File Action View Help 3 alBm EHE Computer ca Disk drives Display adapters DVD CD ROM drives ie Floppy disk drives eg Floppy drive controllers c IDE ATA ATAPI controllers IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers amp Keyboards A Mice and other pointing devices amp Monitors Network adapters 6 Portable Devices P Ports COM amp LPT A Processors EY Sound video and game controllers High Definition Audio D
50. sers on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment This symbol on the products packaging and or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste For proper treatment recovery and recycling of old products please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002 96 EC By disposing of these products correctly you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling For more information about collection and recycling of old products please contact your local municipality your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment please contact your dealer or supplier for further information Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union If you wish to discard these items please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal 24 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started Appendix HSITONGA Specifications z E n Electrical Characteristics 2 Internal 44 1kHz 48k Hz 88 2kHz 96kHz Sample Rate
51. sy chain connection of up to three devices Up to three MR816 CSX MR816 Xs two devices when the Sample Rate is set to 88 2 kHz or 96 KHz can be connected in daisy chain fashion You can expand the input output channels simply by connecting the MR816 CSX MR816 X additionally to the existing device via an IEEE1394 cable 6 MRS16csx MR816x Getting Started HSITONGA Package Contents This package contains the following items After opening the package make sure that it includes all of the items listed below O MR816 CSX MR816 X AC power adaptor PA 30 or equivalent O MR816 CSX MR816 X Getting Started this book 0 EEE1394 cable O Cubase Al DVD ROM TOOLS for MR CD ROM Rubber stoppers x 4 May not be included depending on your particular area Please check with your Yamaha dealer The rubber stoppers included in this package can be attached to the specified location on the bottom panel of this device to prevent slippage when it is to be used on a slipper surface xx About the Disks included in the Package Disk Contents Each of the included disks contains the following software driver TOOLS for MR CD ROM O TOOLS for MR installer Executing this installer will install Yamaha Steinberg FW Driver Steinberg MR Editor and Steinberg MR Extension in order O MR816 CSX MR816 X Operation Manual PDF For complete and detailed information about the MR816 CSX MR816 X refer to this PDF manual
52. tkin ei irroita koko laitetta verkosta standby SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply adapter DO NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than one described in the manual on the name plate or specifically recommended by Steinberg Yamaha WARNING Do not place this product in a position where anyone could walk on trip over or roll anything over power or connecting cords of any kind The use of an extension cord is not recom mended If you must use an extension cord the minimum wire size for a 25 cord or less is 18 AWG NOTE The smaller the AWG number the larger the current handling capacity For longer exten sion cords consult a local electrician This product should be used only with the components supplied or a cart rack or stand that is recommended by Steinberg Yamaha If a cart etc is used please observe all safety markings and instruc tions that accompany the accessory product SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing However Steinberg Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or obli gation to update existing units This product either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speaker s may be capable of producing sound lev els that could cause permanent hearing loss DO NOT ope
53. ware style files MIDI files WAVE data musical scores and sound recordings Any unauthorized use of such programs and contents outside of personal use is not permitted under relevant laws Any violation of copyright has legal consequences DON T MAKE DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES e Copying of the commercially available musical data including but not limited to MIDI data and or audio data is strictly prohibited except for your personal use e Steinberg and Cubase are the registered trademarks of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH e Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries e Apple Mac and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries e ADAT is a trademark of Alesis registered in U S and other countries adat e FireWire and the FireWire symbol are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries The FireWire logo is a trademark of Apple Inc 4 e The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies to FireWire 3 11 2 2 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 5 HSITONGA Introduction Thank you for purchasing the ADVANCED INTEGRATION DSP STUDIO MR816 CSX MR816 X This audio interface device enables you to transfer the digital analog audio signals between the DAW software such as Cubase on your computer and the audio equipm
54. y cover does not pinch your fingers and do not insert a inger or hand in any gaps on the instrument e Never insert or drop paper metallic or other objects into the gaps on the panel f this happens turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet Then have the instrument inspected by qualified Steinberg Yamaha service personnel e Do not place vinyl plastic or rubber objects on the instrument since this might discolor the panel e Do not rest your weight on or place heavy objects on the instrument and do not use excessive force on the buttons switches or connectors e Do not use the instrument device or headphones for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level since this can cause permanent hearing oss If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears consult a physician Saving and backing up your data e Storing the settings to internal memory of the MR816 CSX MR816 X must be performed from the MR Editor on the computer If you use the MR816 CSX MR816 X with MR Editor you can store the settings to internal memory by storing the settings as a Scene or recalling the Scene on the MR Editor Also you can save 20 Scenes as an Editor file to the computer If you use the MR816 CSX MR816 X with Cubase you cannot store the settings to internal memory of the MR816 CSX MR816 X Save the settings as a project file to the computer You should also save your Project files o
55. y in red The input signal level for each status of the lamp is as follows Please note that the following numeric value is a value when the clipping point is assumed to be OaB When the lamp is off The input signal level is less than 40 dB The input signal level is 40dB to 3dB The input signal level is 8dB or more When the lamp lights in green When the lamp lights in red Flashes dimly in red Y QUICK CONNECT v v O SIG PEAK Osic PEak Osic PEAK Osie nN oN 8 A n Y V 1 MIC LINE 2 W Turn the knob to adjust the gain 9 While playing the instrument or singing into the microphone gradually adjust the volume of the master output and headphones 22 MR816csx MR816x Getting Started 1 0 Click the Record button in the Transport panel to start recording 4 0 00 01 379 4 ajojo gt a When you have finished recording click the Stop button If necessary return to the beginning of the project then press the Play button to listen to the recording Likewise record your musical performance to the dif ferent track Restoring the Factory programmed Settings Fac tory Set You can reset all the settings of the MR816 CSX MR816 X to the initial factory programmed one by turn ing the power on pressing the STANDBY ON switch to the ON position while holding the multi function encoder knob and PAD button While the operation is being performed all the lamps of
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