Cymatic Audio LP-16 User Manual
PRODUCT MANUAL
Version 1.0
Firmware Release 83859
December 2014
TABLE OF CONTENT
12.2.6. Format USB Device ..........................................................................................................................................19
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................4
1.1. AC adapter ........................................................................................................................................ 4
1.2. Environment ...................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3. Handling ............................................................................................................................................ 4
1.4. Connecting cables and input and output jacks ................................................................................. 4
1.5. Alterations ......................................................................................................................................... 4
1.6. Volume .............................................................................................................................................. 4
2. USAGE PRECAUTIONS .....................................................................................................5
2.1. Electrical interference ....................................................................................................................... 5
2.2. Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................ 5
3. LIMITED WARRANTY .........................................................................................................5
4. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................6
5. WHAT’S IN THE BOX ..........................................................................................................6
6. LP-16 CONNECTIONS AND USER INTERFACE ...............................................................7
6.1. Front Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 7
6.2. Rear Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 8
6.3. Top Panel .......................................................................................................................................... 9
7. MODES OF OPERATION .................................................................................................10
7.1. Multi-Track Mode ............................................................................................................................. 10
7. 2 . Stereo Mode.................................................................................................................................... 10
7.3 . USB Interface Mode .......................................................................................................................11
8. SIGNAL FLOW ..................................................................................................................11
9. LP-16 FILE TERMINOLOGY AND FOLDER STRUCTURE ..............................................12
9.1. Music Folder .................................................................................................................................... 12
9.2. Recording Folder ............................................................................................................................. 12
10. LP-16 TRANSPORT BEHAVIOR.......................................................................................12
10 .1. Using the Skip Forward/Skip-Back Buttons .................................................................................... 12
10.2. Using the Stop Button ..................................................................................................................... 13
10.3. Using to the Playlist Folder ............................................................................................................. 13
13. STEREO (ST) MODE OPERATIONS AND MENUS .........................................................20
13 .1. Stereo Mode Home Screen (Playlist) .............................................................................................. 20
13.2. Stereo Mode Menus ........................................................................................................................ 21
13 . 2.1. Playback Mode ..................................................................................................................................................21
13.2.2. Play-out Channels ............................................................................................................................................ 22
14. SUPPORTED USB STORAGE DEVICES ........................................................................22
14 .1. USB 2.0 Thumb Drives ................................................................................................................... 22
14.2. USB 2.0 Hard Drives ....................................................................................................................... 22
15. CONNECTING THE LP-16 TO AN AUDIO MIXER ...........................................................22
15 .1. Connecting the LP-16 to a Mixer with Unbalanced Line Inputs ...................................................... 22
15.2. Connecting the LP-16 to a Mixer with Balanced Line Inputs........................................................... 23
16. USB INTERFACE MODE ..................................................................................................24
16 .1. Using the LP-16 as an Audio Interface with Microsoft Windows .................................................... 25
16 .1.1. Minimum System Requirements ...................................................................................................................... 25
16 .1. 2 . WDM and ASIO Driver Installation .................................................................................................................. 25
16.2. LP-16 Mixer / Control Panel for PC ................................................................................................. 25
16 . 2.1. Mixer View ........................................................................................................................................................ 26
16.2.2. Settings View: Synchronization Tab ............................................................................................................... 28
16.2.3. Settings View: Buffers Tab .............................................................................................................................. 29
16.2.4. Settings View: Input Channels Tab .................................................................................................................. 30
16.2.5. Settings View: Output Channels Tab ................................................................................................................31
16.2.6. Settings View: About Tab ................................................................................................................................. 32
16.3. Using the LP-16 as an Audio Interface with OS X .......................................................................... 33
16 . 3.1. Minimum System Requirements ...................................................................................................................... 33
16.3.2. Driver Installation ............................................................................................................................................. 33
16.4. Using the LP-16 as an Audio Interface with an Apple® iPad® ....................................................... 33
16 . 4.1. Minimum System requirements ....................................................................................................................... 33
16.4.2. Driver Installation ............................................................................................................................................. 33
17. UPDATING THE FIRMWARE ON YOUR LP-16 ................................................................33
18. TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................................................34
18 .1. Standalone Player Mode ................................................................................................................. 34
18.2. USB Audio Interface Mode ............................................................................................................. 34
19. SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................35
20. LEGAL DISCLAIMER ........................................................................................................35
11. WORKING WITH USB MEDIA .......................................................................................... 13
11.1. Test failed: Wrong file system ......................................................................................................... 14
11. 2. Test failed: Disk error ...................................................................................................................... 14
12. MULTI-TRACK (MT) MODE OPERATIONS AND MENUS ...............................................15
12.1. Multitrack Mode Home Screen ....................................................................................................... 15
12.2. Multitrack Mode Menus ................................................................................................................... 16
12.2.1. Playback Mode ..................................................................................................................................................16
12.2.2. Select Playlist ....................................................................................................................................................17
12.2.3. MIDI Settings .....................................................................................................................................................17
12.2.4. Foot Switch settings ..........................................................................................................................................18
12.2.5. Display settings .................................................................................................................................................18
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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2. USAGE PRECAUTIONS
1.1. AC adapter
• Be sure to use only the supplied 12 V DC, 1000 mA AC adapter, which is equipped with a
“center-positive” plug. The use of an adapter other than the specied type may damage the
unit and could pose a safety hazard.
• Connect the AC adapter only to an AC outlet that supplies the rated voltage required by the
adapter.
• When disconnecting the AC adapter from the AC outlet, always grasp the adapter itself and
do not pull at the cable.
• During lightning or when not using the unit for an extended period, disconnect the AC
adapter from the AC outlet.
1.2. Environment
To prevent the risk of re, electric shock or malfunction, avoid using your Live Player LP-16 in
environments where it will be exposed to:
• Extreme temperatures
• Heat sources
• Excessive humidity or moisture
• Excessive dust or sand
• Excessive vibration or shock
1.3. Handling
• Never place objects lled with liquids on the LP-16, as this can cause electric shock.
• Do not place an open ame source, such as a lighted candle, on the LP-16 since this can
cause re.
• The LP-16 is a precision instrument. Do not exert undue pressure on the keys and other
controls. Also take care not to drop the unit, and do not subject it to shock or excessive
pressure.
• Take care that no foreign objects (coins, pins etc.) or liquids can enter the unit.
2.1. Electrical interference
For safety considerations, the LP-16 has been designed to provide maximum protection against
the emission of electromagnetic radiation from inside the device, and protection from external
interference. However, equipment that is very susceptible to interference or that emits powerful
electromagnetic waves should not be placed near the LP-16, as the possibility of interference
cannot be ruled out entirely. With any type of digital control device, the LP-16 included,
electromagnetic interference can cause malfunctioning and can corrupt or destroy data. Care
should be taken to minimize the risk of damage.
2.2. Cleaning
Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the LP-16. If necessary, slightly moisten the cloth. Do not use
abrasive cleanser, wax, or solvents (such as paint thinner or cleaning alcohol), since these may
dull the nish or damage the surface.
3. LIMITED WARRANTY
For the applicable warranty terms and conditions and additional information on Cymatic Audio’s
Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at www.cymaticaudio.com/warranty
1.4. Connecting cables and input and output jacks
Always turn off the power to the LP-16 and all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting
the power source. Make sure to disconnect all connection cables and the power cord before
moving the LP-16.
1.5. Alterations
Do not open the case of the LP-16, or attempt to modify the product in any way. Doing so will void
the warranty. There are no serviceable parts inside the unit.
1.6. Volume
Do not use the headphone output of the LP-16 at a loud volume for a long time since this can
cause hearing impairment.
CERTIFICATIONS
This product complies with the European Union Council Directives and
Standards relating to Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic c ompatibility
(EMC) and Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
This product is compliant with the EU Directive 2011/65/EU for the Restriction
of the use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic
Equipment. No lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg), hexavalent chromium
(Cr+6), PBB or PBDE is intentionally added to this device. Any traces of
impurities of these substances contained in the parts are below the RoHS
specied threshold levels.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements
of 47 CFR of PART 15 limit for radiation and conduction emission relating to
FCC rules Part 15B: 2010.
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4. INTRODUCTION
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6. LP-16 CONNECTIONS AND USER INTERFACE
Thank you for purchasing the Cymatic Audio Live Player LP-16. The LP-16 is the world’s easiest
to use direct from USB 16-track / MIDI player and 18-output, 2-input USB audio interface for PC,
Mac® and iPad®.
The LP-16 works as a dedicated multi-track player for live performances, while sparing users the
hassles of using a laptop and computer audio interface in a live environment. The LP-16 does not
require any additional computer hardware, other than a USB hard drive and cabling, in order to
play back 16 separate audio tracks directly into the line inputs of a live sound mixer. These prerecorded tracks can be individually mixed alongside the audio from live performers to augment
their performance.
Used in connection with a Windows PC, Mac® or iPad®, the LP-16 also serves as an 18-output/
2-input USB audio interface. With a large number of outputs, the individual tracks of a multi-track
DAW session can easily be connected to the individual inputs of an analog studio mixer, perfect
for analog summing and mixing “out of the box”, imparting classic analog avor to your next mix
session.
The LP-16 User Manual contains in-depth details of your Live Player’s features and functionality,
including:
• Direct from USB hard drive multi-track playback (16 tracks at 24-bit or 16-bit, 44.1/48kHz)
• Intuitive user interface to edit and save settings, song and playlist les
• Creation and editing of settings and playlist les ofine, using Windows playlist software
• 16 unbalanced analog 1/4” tip-sleeve outputs
• 1/8” Stereo Line level input
• Front panel ¼” headphone output with dedicated level control
• Zero latency hardware input monitoring (USB Interface Mode)
• 2-input / 18-output USB audio interface, 24 bit/44.1/48 kHz USB Class Compliant
• Mac® OS-X® compatible: Core Audio plug and play drivers
• Windows® PC compatible (Windows XP, Vista, 7 & 8 32-bit/64-bit) WDM and ASIO®
drivers.
• IPad® compatible: Plug and play. USB adapter required including
• Apple® Lightning to USB Camera Adapter
• Apple® USB Camera Connection Kit
• Foot Switch connector for hands free playback/pausing of track playback
• MIDI I/O with synchronized Standard MIDI File player functionality
5. WHAT’S IN THE BOX
• LP-16 recorder
• AC/DC power adapter and power cable
• USB cable
• Quick Start Guide
6.1. Front Panel
1. USB Storage Connector
Attach a USB thumb drive or USB hard drive to this connector, when using the LP-16 in either
MT or ST mode.
2. MIDI input
The MIDI input receives incoming MIDI messages, and can also be congured as a MIDI through
port using the MIDI settings menu.
Conguring the MIDI input as a through port can be useful in certain live sound scenarios. On
stage, you could have a MIDI Keyboard connected to the LP-16’s MIDI input, and play over the
same MIDI device that the LP-16 is using. Alternatively, you can turn MIDI through off to if you
want to prevent ‘accidental’ play-out.
3. MIDI Output
The MIDI output connector can output the MIDI data from Standard MIDI Files (SMF) that reside
in the attached drive’s project folder, alongside the multitrack les. With this capability, the LP-
16 can trigger external MIDI hardware such as MIDI synthesizers or MIDI-enabled lighting
controllers, at the same time it plays back multi-track audio les.
4. Foot Switch Connector
The footswitch connector allows connection of a standard on/off foot pedal, which can be
congured to start, pause, and un-pause playback of the current song.
5. Headphone Out
The headphone connector outputs a stereo signal, which works as follows:
• In MT mode, the connector outputs a mono mix of all 16 tracks, mixed together at unity gain
• In ST mode, the connector outputs the stereo le currently being played back
• In USB mode, the connector outputs the stereo DAW signal
6. Headphone Volume
This knob allows volume adjustment of the front-panel headphone output.
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6.2. Rear Panel
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1. Mono Line-Level Output Connectors
These unbalanced connectors each output a separate mono audio track, sourced from the
currently playing multi-track song le.
2. Stereo 3.5mm Input
This connector is used as a 2-channel, unbalanced line-level input when the LP-16 is operating
in USB interface mode.
3. USB Device Connector
This female USB connector is used to attach the LP-16 to an OS X or Windows computer, or an
iOS device, allowing the LP-16 to act as a 2-input, 18-output audio interface.
4. External Power Supply Connector
Connect the included external power supply to this connector.
5. Power Switch
Use this switch to turn power on/off to the LP-16.
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The top panel buttons perform the following functions, depending on which of the three modes
is currently active :
Multitrack Mode Stereo Mode USB Inter face Mode
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Switch to stereo mode Switch to multitrack mode No Function
Show multitrack mode menu Show stereo mode menu Show input settings menu
Go back to previous screen Go back to previous screen Go back to previous screen
Go to previous song Go to previous song No Function
Go to next song Go to next song No Function
Pause/Stop playback Pause/Stop playback No Function
Start playback Start playback No Function
Show folder contents screen Show folder contents screen No Function
Selection up Selection up Selection up
Select Select Select
Selection down Selection down Selection down
In addition, four separate key combinations are also available that perform the following functions:
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Stop & Play Toggles between stereo player and multi-track player mode
Stop & Next increment next song while in play list mode
Stop & Previous Decrement next song while in play list mode
Previous/Next/Select Send midi all notes off in multi-track player mode
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7. MODES OF OPERATION
The LP-16 offers three different modes of operation, depending on your specic needs:
7.1. Multi-Track Mode
This mode, hereby abbreviated as “MT Mode”, is the main operational mode of the LP-16. In
MT mode, the unit can play back up to 16 separate tracks of audio, which are each output to a
separate physical ¼” output connector on the rear panel of the unit.
The most common use for MT mode is to play back separate, pre-recorded “backing tracks” in a
live music environment, used to augment and expand upon live tracks played by live musicians.
By feeding the pre-recorded tracks into separate channels of the live sound mixer, the FOH
engineer can mix together the individual pre-recorded tracks alongside the live tracks, just as if
they were coming from individual live musicians. This provides much more exibility than if all
the pre-recorded tracks were “pre-mixed” to a stereo track that could not be altered or adjusted
in any way.
You may copy multiple .wav les to a USB drive, attach the drive to the LP-16, and playback the
les in MT mode, without any external software, using the following steps:
• Create a folder within the ‘Recording’ Folder (this folder is created on the USB device when
you rst plug it in)
• Copy 16 .wav les to this folder
• If the .wav les do not contain any numbering, they will be assigned to the LP-16 channels in
alphabetical order.
• In order to get a channel assignment you can number them in two ways:
Number as prex with underscore (always two digits)
○ 01_Guitar.wav
○ 02 _ Drums.wav
○ 09_vocals.wav
○ 16_bass.wav
Number as Sufx with underscore (always two digits)
○ Guitar_01.wav
○ Drums_02.wav
○ vocals _04.wav
○ bass_12.wav
Additionally, the LP-16 also works with an external Windows software named “LP-16 Playlist
Editor“, available for download at www.cymaticaudio.com/downloads
The LP-16 Playlist Editor is required to congure a “multi-track le playlist”, with the ability to step
through them in order as the concert progresses.
The external playlist software also allows for applying assorted playback settings to each playlist
le.
For specic details of operation for the external playlist software, please refer to its user’s manual,
available at: www.cymaticaudio.com/downloads
7. 2 . Stereo Mode
The LP-16 also offers a “stereo player mode”, hereby referred to as “ST Mode”. This mode is ideal
for playback of stereo audio les, such as pre-show, post-show, and break music.
• Unplug the drive from the LP-16 and attach it to a computer containing the desired stereo
audio les
• Copy the desired les from the computer’s hard drive, to the “Music” folder on the USB drive
• Attach the USB drive to the LP-16.
• The les now residing in the “Music” folder of the attached drive are now available to the LP-
16 when used in ST mode.
! NOTE:TheLP-16onlyplaysbackstereolesinthe“.wav”format.Itdoesnotplaybackstereo
lesinothercommonlyavailableconsumerformatssuchasMP3,AAC,WMA,andFLAC.
Ifthestereolesyouwishtouseareinoneofthese other formats,makesuretorstconvert
themtothe.wavleformat,usinganaudioutilityonyourcomputer.
Therearemanyfreewareutilitiesavailableonlinethatcanconvertfromtheaboveunsupported
formats,toastandardwavele.Forexample,thefreeAppleITunessoftwareperformsthistype
ofconversion;instructionsfordoingsocanbereadathttp://support.apple.com/kb/HT1550
7.3. USB Interface Mode
In USB Interface mode, the LP-16 acts as a 2-input, 18-output audio interface for OS X, Windows,
and iOS. For more details, please refer to the section titled “USB Interface Mode”;
8. SIGNAL FLOW
• The LP-16 contains 16 separate line-level outputs, which are sent out of 16 separate mono,
unbalanced line-level outputs.
• In MT mode, the LP-16 also contains an internal digital mixer that provides a mono mix down
of the 16 separate audio streams, mixed together at unity gain. This internal mix is sent out
of the front-panel headphone output.
• When operating as a USB computer audio interface, the stereo line input allows recording of
2 incoming channels to the DAW, while 18 separate DAW output channels can be sent to the
LR-16 (16 to the rear-panel outputs and an additional stereo channels sent to the headphone
output).
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In ST mode, the LP-16 plays back 44.1 and 48 kHz stereo wave les that are stored in the “Music”
folder on the attached USB drive. The stereo les can be congured to output from a specic pair
of rear-panel audio connectors of your choosing, and can also be monitored from the front panel
headphone output.
To transfer stereo audio les to the Music folder of the USB drive:
• Attach your USB drive to the LP-16
• The LP-16 will check the drive for proper formatting, and place the needed folders on the
drive
MODES OF OPERATION SIGNAL FLOW
USB 2.0
Computer
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