E-MU 1616M PCIe User Manual

Digital Audio System

Owner's Manual

E-MU 1616/1616M CardBus Digital Audio System 1

E-MU 1616/1616m CardBus Digital Audio System

Owner’s Manual

Software Version: 1.81

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Table of Contents

1- Introduction ................................................................. 7

Welcome!.............................................................................................................................. 7

The E-MU 02 CardBus Card ............................................................................................ 7

E-MU MicroDock ............................................................................................................. 7

E-MU 1616M System ....................................................................................................... 8

PatchMIx DSP ...................................................................................................................8

Notes, Tips and Warnings ............................................................................................ 8

2 - Installation .................................................................. 9

Setting up the 1616 or 1616m system................................................................................ 9

Notes for Installation ................................................................................................... 9

Installing the CardBus Card and Software........................................................................ 10

Plug in the E-MU 02 CardBus Card .............................................................................. 10

Software Installation .......................................................................................................... 10

Installing the E-MU 02 Drivers .................................................................................. 10

Windows 2000 or Windows XP ................................................................................10

Uninstalling all Audio Drivers and Applications ..................................................... 10

Note About Windows Logo Testing .......................................................................... 11

Connecting the MicroDock ...............................................................................................11

Connector Types ............................................................................................................ 11

3 - CardBus Card & MicroDock ......................................... 13

The E-MU 02 CardBus Card ..............................................................................................13

Connections ................................................................................................................... 13

CardBus Connector .................................................................................................... 13

Removing the CardBus Card .....................................................................................13

EDI Connector ............................................................................................................ 13

Monitor Output .......................................................................................................... 13

The MicroDock...................................................................................................................14

Front Panel Connections ............................................................................................... 15

Preamp Section ........................................................................................................... 15

S/PDIF Digital Audio Input & Output ...................................................................... 15

ADAT Optical Digital Input & Output ...................................................................... 16

Headphone Output & Volume Control .................................................................... 16

Rear Panel Connections ................................................................................................. 18

Line Level Analog Inputs ...........................................................................................18

Turntable Inputs & Ground Lug ................................................................................ 18

Line Level Analog Outputs ........................................................................................18

Computer Speaker Analog Outputs .......................................................................... 19

MIDI 1 & 2 In/Outs .................................................................................................... 19

EDI Connector (Card) ...............................................................................................19

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4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer ............................................. 21

PatchMix DSP..................................................................................................................... 21

Overview of the Mixer........................................................................................................ 21

Mixer Window ................................................................................................................ 22

Mixer Block Diagram ..................................................................................................... 22

Pre Fader or Post Fader ..............................................................................................22

E-MU Icon in the Windows Taskbar ................................................................................. 23

The Toolbar ........................................................................................................................ 23

The Session ......................................................................................................................... 24

New Session ....................................................................................................................24

Open Session .................................................................................................................. 25

Save Session .................................................................................................................... 25

Session Settings .............................................................................................................. 25

System Settings ........................................................................................................... 25

Using External Clock .................................................................................................. 26

I/O Settings ................................................................................................................. 26

Input Mixer Strips............................................................................................................... 28

Input Type ................................................................................................................... 28

Mixer Strip Creation........................................................................................................... 29

Multichannel WAVE Files .............................................................................................. 30

Windows Media Player/DVD/Surround Sound Playback ....................................... 30

Insert Section .................................................................................................................. 31

Working with Inserts .................................................................................................. 31

The Insert Menu ......................................................................................................... 32

ASIO Direct Monitor Send/Return ............................................................................ 33

Meter Inserts ............................................................................................................... 34

To Set the Input Levels of a Strip ................................................................................... 35

Making the Best Possible Recording ......................................................................... 35

Trim Pot Insert ............................................................................................................ 36

Test Tone/Signal Generator Insert ............................................................................. 37

Managing Your Inserts ................................................................................................... 38

Aux Section ..................................................................................................................... 39

Sidechain Diagram ..................................................................................................... 39

Pre or Post Fader Aux Sends ......................................................................................40

Level, Pan, Solo & Mute Controls ................................................................................. 41

Main Section....................................................................................................................... 42

TV Screen & Selectors ..................................................................................................... 43

Effect ........................................................................................................................... 43

Input ........................................................................................................................... 44

Output ........................................................................................................................ 44

Auxiliary Effects & Returns ............................................................................................ 45

Sidechain Diagram ..................................................................................................... 45

Sync/Sample Rate Indicators ......................................................................................... 45

Output Section ............................................................................................................... 46

Main Inserts ................................................................................................................ 46

Main Output Fader ..................................................................................................... 46

Output Level Meters ................................................................................................... 46

Monitor Output Level ................................................................................................ 46

Monitor Balance Control ........................................................................................... 46

Monitor Output Mute ................................................................................................ 46

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5 - Effects ....................................................................... 47

Overview............................................................................................................................. 47

The Effects Palette............................................................................................................... 47

FX Insert Chains ............................................................................................................. 48

Creating, Renaming & Deleting Categories or Presets ............................................. 49

Importing and Exporting Core FX Presets and FX Insert Chains ............................. 50

FX Edit Screen..................................................................................................................... 51

User Preset Section ......................................................................................................... 52

Core Effects and Effects Presets .....................................................................................53

List of Core Effects.............................................................................................................. 54

DSP Resource Usage ....................................................................................................... 54

Core Effects Descriptions................................................................................................... 55

1-Band Para EQ .............................................................................................................. 55

1-Band Shelf EQ ............................................................................................................. 55

3-Band EQ ......................................................................................................................56

4-Band EQ ......................................................................................................................57

Auto-Wah ........................................................................................................................ 58

Chorus ............................................................................................................................ 59

Compressor .................................................................................................................... 59

Basic Controls ............................................................................................................. 60

Distortion ....................................................................................................................... 61

Flanger ............................................................................................................................ 62

Freq Shifter .....................................................................................................................63

Leveling Amp .................................................................................................................. 64

Lite Reverb ...................................................................................................................... 65

Mono Delays - 100, 250, 500, 750, 1500, 3000 .......................................................... 66

Phase Shifter ................................................................................................................... 67

Rotary .............................................................................................................................. 67

Speaker Simulator .......................................................................................................... 68

Stereo Delays - 100, 250, 500, 750, 1500 .................................................................... 69

Vocal Morpher ................................................................................................................ 71

E-MU PowerFX ................................................................................................................... 72

Automating E-MU PowerFX .......................................................................................... 74

E-MU PowerFX Resource Availability ........................................................................... 74

Rendering Audio with E-MU PowerFX .............................................................................76

General Tips for Rendering using PowerFX .............................................................. 76

Tips for using Freeze Mode on Cubase LE ................................................................ 76

Using E-MU PowerFX with WaveLab and SoundForge ...............................................76

E-MU VST E-Wire ...............................................................................................................77

E-Delay Compensator .................................................................................................... 78

E-Delay Compensator Use ......................................................................................... 79

E-Delay Units Parameter ............................................................................................ 79

Grouping Tracks ......................................................................................................... 80

6 - Appendix ................................................................... 81

Using High Sample Rates .................................................................................................. 81

Overview ......................................................................................................................... 81

WDM Recording and Playback Behavior ...................................................................... 83

Useful Information ............................................................................................................84

Cables - balanced or unbalanced? ................................................................................ 84

Balanced Cables ......................................................................................................... 84

Unbalanced Cables ....................................................................................................84

Adapter Cables ...............................................................................................................84

1/8” Mini-phone to 1/4” Adapters ............................................................................ 85

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Cinch (RCA) to 1/4” Adapters ................................................................................... 85

Digital Cables .................................................................................................................85

AES/EBU to S/PDIF Cable Adapter ...............................................................................85

Grounding ......................................................................................................................86

Phantom Power .............................................................................................................. 86

Appearance Settings in Windows .................................................................................. 86

Technical Specifications..................................................................................................... 87

Internet References.............................................................................................................94

Forums ........................................................................................................................ 94

Index .............................................................................. 97

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1- Introduction

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the E-MU 1616 or E-MU 1616m CardBus Digital Audio System. Your computer is about to be transformed into a powerful audio processing workstation. We’ve designed this E-MU digital audio system to be logical, intuitive and above all, to provide you with pristine sound quality. These systems offer unprecedented quality and value by providing studio-class, 24-bit/192kHz multi-channel recording and playback to any CardBus equipped PC.

1616 & 1616M System Components

E-MU 1616 & 1616m

• E-MU 02 CardBus Card

• E-MU MicroDock

• EDI (E-MU Digital Interface Cable)

• E-MU Digital Audio System Software/Driver Installation CD-ROM

• Production Tools Software Bundle CD-ROM

• Quick Start Guide

Inputs & Outputs

(8) Channel ADAT Digital Optical Input (8) Channel ADAT Digital Optical Output (2) Channel S/PDIF Digital Input (2) Channel S/PDIF Digital Output (2) MIDI Inputs & Outputs (4) 24-bit Balanced Line Inputs (6) 24-bit Balanced Line Outputs (2) Microphone/Line Preamp Inputs (2) Turntable Preamp Inputs (1) Stereo Headphone Output (3) Stereo Computer Speaker Outputs

(allows 32 MIDI channels)

(with +48V phantom power)

(with RIAA equalized preamplifier)

(with volume control)

(with 1/8” jacks to connect powered speakers)

1- Introduction

Welcome!

The E-MU 02 CardBus Card

The E-MU 02 CardBus Card is the heart of both systems. Its powerful hardware DSP processor allows you to use over 16 simultaneous hardware-based effects, which place minimal load on your computer’s CPU. The 02 CardBus Card has its own 24-bit stereo output and can be used without the E-MU MicroDock to drive headphones or line level inputs.

E-MU MicroDock

Both systems include the E-MU MicroDock, which is a half rack-space, audio interface. The MicroDock adds the following input and output capabilities: two mic/line inputs with pro studio-class microphone preamps, 4 balanced line level analog inputs, an RIAA stereo turntable preamp, 6 balanced line level outputs, a headphone output with front panel volume control , two sets of MIDI I/O ports, eight-channels of ADAT® optical digital input and output, as well as a S/PDIF stereo digital input and output. In addition, three stereo mini phone jacks allow easy connection to powered speaker systems. You have a total of 16 inputs and 16 outputs! High-quality, 24-bit A/D and D/A converters are used throughout.

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1- Introduction Welcome!

E-MU 1616M System

The E-MU 1616m system includes the MicroDockM, and is a no compromise, mastering-grade system, which includes all the features of the 1616 system. The 1616M system is distinguished by the addition of ultra-high performance 24-bit/192kHz A/D - D/A converters which deliver an unbelievable 120dB dynamic range.

PatchMIx DSP

PatchMix DSP offers unmatched ﬂexibility in routing your audio between physical inputs/outputs, virtual (ASIO/WAVE) inputs/outputs, internal hardware effects and buses. No external mixer is needed. You can add digital effects, EQs, meters, level controls and ASIO/WAVE sends anywhere you like in the signal chain.

Because the effects and mixing are hardware-based, you can record using effects with near zero-latency. You can even record a dry signal while monitoring yourself with effects! Mixer setups can be saved and instantly recalled for speciﬁc purposes such as recording, mixdown, jamming, special effect setups, playing games, watching DVDs, or general computer use.

You’ll want to keep up with the latest software and options for your E-MU digital audio system. You can ﬁnd all of this, plus other helpful information, at the E-MU Website: http://www.emu.com.

Notes, Tips and Warnings

Items of special interest are presented in this document as notes, tips and warnings.

f Notes provide additional information related to the topic being discussed. Often,

notes describe the interaction between the topic and some other aspect of the system.

E Tips describe applications for the topic under discussion.

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Warnings are especially important, since they help you avoid activities that can

cause damage to your ﬁles, your computer or yourself.

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2 - Installation

Setting up the 1616 or 1616m system

Setting up the 1616 or 1616

There are four basic steps to installing your E-MU system:

Install the E-MU 02 CardBus card in your computer. Go there.

Install the PatchMix DSP software and drivers onto your computer.

Connect the MicroDock to the 02 CardBus Card using the supplied EDI cable.

Connect audio, MIDI and synchronization cables between the E-MU system and

your other gear.

system

Notes for Installation

• IF AT ANY TIME DURING THIS INSTALLATION YOU SEE NO RESPONSE: Use the Alt-Tab feature to select other applications. One of them may be the Microsoft Digital Signature warning. It is possible for this warning to appear behind the installation screen.

•Make sure you have the latest Windows Service Packs from Microsoft (Windows 2000 - SP 4, Windows XP - SP 1 or higher).

• Disable onboard sound and uninstall all other sound cards. (If you wish to try using multiple sound cards in your system, do so after you have conﬁrmed that your E-MU Digital Audio System is operating normally.)

• InstallShield “IKernel Application Error” on Windows XP: When installing this software on Windows XP, you may be confronted with a “kernel error” at the very end of installation. This is an issue with the InstallShield program, which is what we use to install software on your computer. Please do not be alarmed by this, as the error is innocuous.

To read more about this error, and obtain instructions on how to avoid getting the message, please visit this website: http://support.installshield.com/kb/view.asp?articleid=q108020

•Multiple Digital Audio System sound cards are not supported.

Please read the following sections as they apply to your system as you install the E-MU 02, paying special attention to the various warnings they include.

Prior to installing the hardware, take a few moments to write down the 18-digit serial number, which is located on the back of the box and on the 02 CardBus Card. This number can help EMU Customer Service troubleshoot any problems you may encounter.

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2 - Installation Installing the CardBus Card and Software

Installing the CardBus Card and Software

Plug in the E-MU 02 CardBus Card

To plug the 02 CardBus Card into your computer

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Turn on your computer and wait for it to ﬁnish loading Windows.

Insert the E-MU 02 CardBus card into the CardBus slot on your PC with the symbol up. The CardBus card cannot be incorrectly inserted.

With CardBus card connected, continue to the software installation.

Software Installation

Installing the E-MU 02 Drivers

After installing the E-MU 02 CardBus card, you need to install the PatchMix DSP software and E-MU 02 CardBus card drivers.

Windows 2000 or Windows XP

The software is not compatible with other versions of Windows.

As soon as you insert the CardBus card, Windows automatically detects it and searches for device drivers.

When prompted for the audio drivers, click the Cancel button.

Insert the E-MU software Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. If Windows AutoPlay mode is enabled for your CD-ROM drive, the CD starts running automatically. If not, from your Windows desktop, click Start -> Run and type d:\setup.exe (replace d:\ with the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive). You can also open the CD and double-click Setup.exe .

The installation splash screen appears. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.

Choose “Continue Anyway” when you encounter the “Windows Logo Testing” warning screen. See the note on the following page for more information.

When prompted, restart your computer.

Uninstalling all Audio Drivers and Applications

At times you may need to uninstall or reinstall some or all of the applications and device drivers to correct problems, change conﬁgurations, or upgrade outdated drivers or applications. Before you begin, close all audio card applications. Applications still running during the uninstallation will not be removed.

Click Start -> Settings -> Control Panel .

Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon.

Click the Install/Uninstall tab (or Change or Remove Programs button).

Select the E-MU driver/application entries and then click the Add/Remove (or

Change/Remove) button.

In the InstallShield Wizard dialog box, select the Remove option.

Click the Yes button. Restart your computer when prompted.

You may now re-install existing or updated E-MU 02 CardBus card device drivers or applications.

Serial Number -

During the registration process, you will be asked to enter your 18-digit serial number. The serial number is located on the back of the box and on bottom of the 02 CardBus Card.

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Note About Windows Logo Testing

When you install the Digital Audio System drivers, you will see a dialog box that informs you that the driver has not passed Windows Logo testing.

The Digital Audio System drivers are not signed because the driver does not support some of the consumer audio features that the Microsoft driver signing program requires, most notably Digital Rights Management.

However, the Digital Audio System drivers have been rigorously tested using the same test procedures that a signed driver requires, and it passes in all important categories, including those that measure the relative stability of the driver. So, it is perfectly safe to install these drivers on your computer.

Connecting the MicroDock

Connect the supplied EDI cable between the 02 CardBus Card and the MicroDock.

Connect the supplied +48 volt DC adapter to the+48VDC jack on the rear of the

Microdock. See the diagram at right.

Connect your audio inputs and outputs to the MicroDock as shown on page 18.

Turn the MicroDock on by turning the Headphone Volume control.

2 - Installation

Connecting the MicroDock

+48V DC Adapter

VDC

48 +

EDI

The Headphone Volume Control is the Power Switch.

Connector Types

These connector types are used to connect the E-MU MicroDock hardware components. They will be referred to by the name shown in the ﬁrst column of the following chart:

Name

EDI CAT5 Connector 02 CardBus card and MicroDock

S/PDIF In RCA Connector S/PDIF digital audio devices

S/PDIF Out RCA Connector S/PDIF digital audio devices

ADAT Optical In TOSLINK Optical Connector ADAT digital audio devices (or S/PDIF)

ADAT Optical Out TOSLINK Optical Connector ADAT digital audio devices (or S/PDIF)

Mic/Line Inputs XLR Jacks or 1/4” jacks

Line In/Out 1/4” connectors Connect to balanced or unbalanced

Description Connects

XLR: connect to microphone

(balanced or unbalanced)

1/4”: instrument inputs or line inputs

inputs and outputs.

02 CardBus Card

Warning: The E-MU 02 CardBus card has been designed to use readily available

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and inexpensive standard computer system cables. This makes it easy for you to ﬁnd replacement cables if your original cable becomes damaged or lost. However, because these standard cables types are used for other purposes, you must use caution to avoid connecting the cables incorrectly. DO NOT connect the supplied EDI cable to the Ethernet or network connector on your computer. Doing so may result in permanent damage to either your computer, the E-MU 02 CardBus card, or the MicroDock.

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2 - Installation Connecting the MicroDock

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3 - CardBus Card & MicroDock

The E-MU 02 CardBus Card

The E-MU 02 CardBus card is the heart of the system and contains E-MU’s powerful E-DSP chip. The powerful hardware DSP on this little card leaves more CPU power free on your computer for additional software plug-ins and other tasks.

CardBus Connector

E-MU 02 CardBus Card

Connect to Computer

3 - CardBus Card & MicroDock

The E-MU 02 CardBus Card

Digital Audio System

EDI Connector

Connect to MicroDock

Monitor Output

Line Level or Headphones

Connections

CardBus Connector

Connects the E-MU 02 CardBus card to your computer.

Removing the CardBus Card

Before removing the CardBus card, you need to select “Safely Remove Hardware” from the Taskbar. Otherwise ASIO channels will remain allocated to the Digital Audio System and your other audio applications may develop problems or hang.

From the Taskbar, select the icon. The “Safely Remove Hardware” pop-up window appears.

Choose OK , then press the Eject button on the CardBus slot to eject the card.

EDI Connector

Connects to the MicroDock using the supplied EDI cable. This cable provides a two-way data link between the E-MU 02 and the MicroDock.

Monitor Output

This output is designed to drive stereo headphones or any line-level input. Adjust the monitor output level in the PatchMix DSP application to control the volume of this output.

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3 - CardBus Card & MicroDock The MicroDock

The MicroDock

The MicroDock connects to the E-MU 02 CardBus card via the EDI cable.

The MicroDock provides (4) balanced analog inputs, (2) microphone preamp inputs, (6) balanced line-level analog outputs, (3) stereo 1/8” outputs for connecting powered computer speakers, (2) MIDI inputs, (2) MIDI outputs, a stereo headphone output, and a RIAA equalized turntable preamp section which is “normalled” into line input 2L and 2R, 8 channels of ADAT digital input/output, and stereo S/PDIF digital input/output.

The MicroDock is

completely “hot pluggable”— It’s OK to plug or unplug the MicroDock while the computer is turned on.

Out

Line

Mic

Clip

-15

Line -

Mic -

Line

-3

-6

-12

-20

+50 +65

Mic

Clip

-3

-6

-12

-20

-15

Phono

48V

+50 +65

Gnd

S/PDIF

MIDI Cable

Out

The inputs are conﬁgured as follows:

mono microphone/line inputs (2 inputs)

(2)

(2) stereo pairs of line level inputs (4 inputs)

(1) stereo pair of S/PDIF/AES digital inputs (2 inputs)

(4) stereo pairs of ADAT channels on the ADAT optical input (8 inputs)

Out

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It’s a good idea to mute MicroDock inputs 2 in the PatchMix DSP

Off

mixer when nothing is plugged in, since the turntable preamp has a very high gain (60dB) and could contribute

VDC

EDI

extra noise to your mix/ monitor bus.

(1) RIAA equalized turntable preamp input allows you to connect a turntable without using

an expensive external preamp.

Note: These inputs are automatically disconnected

when plugs are inserted into inputs 2L & 2R.

MIDI input ports using the supplied breakout cable

(2)

The outputs are conﬁgured as:

(3) stereo pairs of line level outputs

(1) stereo pair driving a stereo headphone jack

(1)

stereo pair of S/PDIF/AES digital outputs

(4) stereo pairs of ADAT channels on the ADAT optical output

(3) stereo 1/8” computer speaker outputs. These outputs carry the same signals as the 3

stereo line level outputs and are provided as a convenience for connecting computer or powered speaker systems.

(2) MIDI output ports using the supplied breakout cable

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(Share the same routing as Line Outs 1L/1R)

Front Panel Connections

Preamp Section

The front panel mono Mic/Line inputs A & B can be used as balanced microphone inputs, hi-Z guitar pickup inputs, or line level inputs. The Neutrik combination jack accepts microphones using a standard XLR connector or line level/hi-Z inputs (such as an electric guitar) using a standard 1/4 inch TRS/TS connector.

Each preamp has a level control which sets the preamp gain from 0dB to +65dB for the XLR input and from -15dB to +50dB for the Hi-Z line input. The line markings around the knobs are calibrated in 10dB increments. The heavy hash marks on the gain controls indicate unity analog gain to the converter inputs (~5dBV input = 0dBFS output).

A phantom power switch enables +48 volt phantom power supplied to both microphones. A red LED illuminates to indicate phantom power is enabled. The audio mutes for a second when phantom power is turned on. After turning phantom power off, wait two full minutes before recording to allow the DC bias to drain. See Phantom Power for additional information.

Each microphone input has its own input level meters and clipping indicators. The LED meters indicate signal presence. Adjust the input gain so that the yellow LEDs are illuminated. The red Clip LED indicates that the gain is set too high and the signal is clipping the input. These LEDs monitor the signal directly at the analog-to-digital converters and before any processing by the rest of the system. When setting the levels for signals being sent into the MicroDock, the red clip indicator should never ﬂash.

3 - CardBus Card & MicroDock

The MicroDock

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Phantom Power

Caution:

microphones (notably ribbon types) cannot tolerate phantom power and may be damaged. Check the speciﬁcations and requirements of your microphone before using phantom power.

Some

S/PDIF Digital Audio Input & Output

RCA phono jacks are standard connectors used for coaxial S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital InterFace) connections. Each jack carries two channels of digital audio. The MicroDock sends or receives digital audio data at 44.1k , 48k, 88.2k, 96k, 176.4k or 192k sample rates. Data is always transmitted at 24-bits, but lower word widths can be read. The word clock contained in the input data stream can be used as a word clock source. See System

Settings.

S/PDIF digital I/O can be used for the reception and/ or transmission of digital data from external digital devices such as a DAT external analog-to-digital converter or an external signal processor equipped with digital inputs and outputs.

The S/PDIF out can be conﬁgured in either Professional or Consumer mode in the Session Settings menu. The MicroDock can also send and receive AES/EBU digital audio through the use of a cable adapter. See Cables - balanced or unbalanced? for details.

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3 - CardBus Card & MicroDock The MicroDock

ADAT Optical Digital Input & Output

The ADAT optical connectors transmit and receive 8 channels of 24-bit audio using the ADAT type 1 & 2 formats. The word clock contained in the input data stream can be used as a word clock source. See System Settings. Optical connections have certain advantages such as immunity to electrical interference and ground loops. Make sure to use high quality glass ﬁber light pipes for connections longer than 1.5 meters.

At the 88.2k, 96k, 176.4k or 192k sample rates, the industry standard S/MUX interleaving scheme is used for ADAT input and output. S/MUX uses additional ADAT channels to gain additional bandwidth on the existing interface. See the chart below or go here for additional information.

Important:

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using any type of digital I/O such as S/PDIF or ADAT, you MUST sample sync the two devices or clicks and pops in the audio will result.

When

Sample Rate

44kHz/48kHz

88kHz or 96kHz 4 channels of 24-bit audio, using S/MUX standard interleaving

176kHz or 192kHz 2 channels of 24-bit audio, using S/MUX standard interleaving

Number of Audio Channels

8 channels of 24-bit audio

The ADAT intputs and outputs can be conﬁgured in the System Settings (page 25) to send and receive S./PDIF optical data at 44.1k , 48k, 88.2k, or 96k sample rates.

S/PDIF Optical is not supported at 176.4k or 196k due to the bandwidth limitations of the optical components.

Headphone Output & Volume Control

The headphone output drives standard stereo headphones and the adjacent volume control sets the listening level. The headphone ampliﬁer can drive headphones with impedance as low as 24 ohms. The headphone output uses a high-current version of thehigh-quality output ampliﬁers used on the other channels. For this reason it has a very clean signal that can be used as another stereo output if you need it.

Note:

does not support AC3 passthrough at this time.

PatchMix DSP

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Front Panel Analog Connections

Use the 3-pin XLR jack

for Low Impedance

microphones.

3 - CardBus Card & MicroDock

The MicroDock

Mic

Line

Line -

Mic -

Mic

Clip

-3

-6

-12

-20

-15

Use the center

Phone Jack for

High Impedance

Instrument

instruments such

as electric guitar

or bass.

Digital Connections

ADAT

(Optical)

Out

Line

+50 +65

Mic

Clip

-3

-6

-12

-20

-15

+50 +65

48V

S/PDIF

Out

Off

On/Off

& Phone Volume

Stereo

Headphones

External A/D - D/A Converter

Out

Optical

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

(8 more analog inputs & outputs)

DAT or CD

Digital Audio Device with S/PDIF

Out

MIDI Keyboard

REAL TIME CONTROLLERS

ASSIGNABLE KEYS

SEQUENCER

Audio Outs

PRESET

SAMPLE

LEVEL

EXIT

ENTER

PAGE

PRESET SELECT

RETURN

EMULATOR

0.987654321

S/PDIF

(Coax)

MIDI 1

Out

Coaxial

MIDI Out

MIDI In

Out

INC/YES

DEC/NO

ENTER

ESCAPE

Audio Outs

TRIGGERS

ABC

DEF

123

JKL

MNO

GHI

456

TUV

WXY

PRS

789

MIDI

MIDI Sound Module

MIDI 2

Out

MIDI In

VOLUME

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MASTER/GLOBAL

TRANSPOSE DIGITAL PROCESSINGSAMPLE MANAGEMENT

MULTIMODE

PRESET MANAGEMENT DYNAMIC PROCESINGPRESET DEFINITION

SAMPLE

PRESET

DRIVE SELECT LOAD SAVE AUDITION TRIGGER MODE

3 - CardBus Card & MicroDock The MicroDock

Rear Panel Connections

4 Balanced Line Level Inputs

(configured as 2 stereo pairs)

Out

(configured as 3 stereo pairs)

Turntable Inputs

(tied to line input 2)

Phono

Turntable

Ground

Gnd

Out

Alternate Outputs6 Balanced Line Level Outputs

(same as outputs 1-3)

MIDI Cable

MIDI Port

Connector

48 Volt DC

Power Input

VDC

EDI

Connect to

E-MU 02 CardBus Card

Line Level Analog Inputs

4 balanced 24-bit, line-level, analog inputs are provided (1-2). These can be used to input any line level signal from keyboards, CD-players, cassette decks, etc. The analog inputs are assigned to mixer strips in the mixer application. The line level inputs can be set to accommodate the consumer -10dBV standard, or the pro audio +4 dBu standard in the I/O screen of the Session Settings dialog box. See I/O Settings.

The maximum input level is 18dBV (=20.2dBu).

Either TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cables can be used. See page 84 for additional information about unbalanced cables and connectors. The line-level inputs are all servo-balanced, enabling them to convert unbalanced signals to balanced signals internally to reduce noise.

Turntable Inputs & Ground Lug

The RCA turntable inputs feed an RIAA equalized preamp designed for moving magnet type phono cartridges with 60 dB of gain. Connect the ground lead from your turntable to the ground lug to prevent hum.

The turntable inputs share line level inputs 2L and 2R. Inserting a plug into Line Input 2 disconnects the turntable preamp from that channel. Do NOT leave your turntable connected when using inputs 2L and 2R, since this can cause a ground loop.

Important: Do NOT plug in line level signals to the turntable inputs. The turntable inputs are designed to accept the extremely low-level signal from a phonograph cartridge. Use RCA to 1/4” adapters to connect line level signals to the line level analog inputs.

Line Level Analog Outputs

Six balanced 24-bit, line-level, analog outputs are provided (1-3). Output pair 1 is designated as the Monitor Output and is fed by the monitor bus of the PatchMix DSP mixer application. We suggest that you plug your speakers in here. Special anti-pop circuitry mutes the analog outputs when power is turned on or off.

Like the analog line inputs, either TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cables can be used. Balanced cables provide better noise immunity and +6dB higher signal level. The output line level can be set to accommodate the consumer -10dBV standard, or the pro audio +4 dBu standard in the I/O screen of the Session Settings dialog box. See I/O Settings.

The maximum input and output line levels are matched when the input and output settings are set to the same mode (pro or consumer) in the I/O preferences screen.

 It’s also a good idea

to mute the Dock In strip 2L/2R in the PatchMix DSP mixer when nothing is plugged in, since the turntable preamp has a very high gain (60dB) and could contribute extra noise to your mix/ monitor bus.

 Balanced Cables:

You should ONLY use balanced (TRS) cables if BOTH pieces of equipment use balanced connections. Connecting balanced cables between balanced outputs and unbalanced inputs can actually increase noise and introduce hum.

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Computer Speaker Analog Outputs

table

These stereo mini-phone (3.5mm) jacks duplicate line level outputs 1-3 with a lower output level to accommodate consumer speakers. These line level outputs are designed to interface easily with powered speakers.

Computer Speaker Output Duplicates Line Level Output

1 L/R Tip = 1L Ring = 1R

2 L/R Tip = 2L Ring = 2R

3 L/R Tip = 3L Ring = 3R

MIDI 1 & 2 In/Outs

MIDI input and output ports allow you to interface any type of MIDI equipment such as keyboards, effect units, drum or guitar controllers (anything with MIDI). The MIDI drivers were installed when you installed your PatchMix DSP software and the MIDI ports will appear in your system control panel under “Sounds and Audio Devices”.

There are two completely independent sets of MIDI input and output ports on the MicroDock, which can be assigned in your speciﬁc MIDI applications.

Connect the MIDI breakout cable to the D-connector on the MicroDock. Connect MIDI Out to the MIDI In port of your synthesizer and MIDI Out of your synth to MIDI In of the MicroDock MIDI cable.

3 - CardBus Card & MicroDock

The MicroDock

EDI Connector (Card)

Connects the MicroDock to the E-MU 02 CardBus card using a CAT5-type computer cable. The cable supplied with the MicroDock is specially shielded to prevent unwanted RF emissions.

Basic Connections

Audio

from

Synthesizer

Out

Audio

Monitors

MIDI Synthesizer

Mixer

Speakers

MIDI In

Out

MIDI 1

MIDI Out

Phono

Gnd

MIDI Cable

Out

VDC

EDI

Connect Desktop

Speakers to

1/8" jacks

Turn

AC Adapter

CardBus

Card

Powered Desktop Speakers

* Note: Line Inputs 2L/2R and Phono 2L/2R cannot be used at the same time.

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3 - CardBus Card & MicroDock The MicroDock

5.1 Surround Speaker Connections

Center

Left

Front

Phono

Out

Gnd

MIDI Cable

Out

Left

Rear

Front Rear Ctr/Sub

Sub-Woofer

(with built-in power amps)

The 1/8” stereo jacks make it easy to connect to powered surround sound speakers. Only three stereo cables are necessary with many speaker systems (see above). The 1/8” jacks duplicate the 1/4” outputs.

VDC

EDI

Right Front

Right

Rear

You can connect the 1/8” stereo jacks to your surround speakers and connect the 1/4” outputs to your other gear for music creation. When you want to monitor in surround, simply open the 5.1 Session and turn on your surround speakers.

The chart below shows how to connect the outputs for 5.1 surround sound playback.

Multichannel WAVE to Surround Sound Speaker Channels

(using the factory 5.1 DVD Playback Session)

WAVE Strip Surround Channels 1/4” Outputs 1/8” Outputs

E-DSP WAVE 1/2 Front Left / Front Right 1L = FL 1R = FR 1 (Tip = FL Ring = FR)

E-DSP WAVE 3/4 Center / Subwoofer 3L = C 3R = Sub 3 (Tip = C Ring = Sub)

E-DSP WAVE 5/6 Rear Left / Rear Right 2L = RL 2R = RR 2 (Tip = RL Ring = RR)

E-DSP WAVE 7/8 Side Left / Side Right N/A N/A

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4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer

PatchMix DSP

The PatchMix DSP Mixer is a virtual console which performs all of the functions of a

typical hardware mixer and a multi-point patch bay. With PatchMix, you may not even need a hardware mixer. PatchMix DSP performs many audio operations such as ASIO/

WAVE routing, volume control, stereo panning, equalization, effect processing, effect send/return routing, main mix and monitor control and allows you to store and recall these “Sessions” at will.

 To Invoke the PatchMix DSP Mixer

Left-click once on the E-MU icon on the Windows System Tray. The PatchMix DSP mixer window appears.

Overview of the Mixer

Add New

Strip

Physical Input Strips

ASIO Input Strip

Toolbar

4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer

PatchMix DSP

f Click on the buttons

and knobs in the mixer screen below to jump to the description of the control.

Display

Select

Buttons

Delete

Strip

Channel

Insert

Section

Pan

Controls

Aux

Sends

Volume

Fader

Solo/Mute

Buttons

“TV”

Screen

Aux

Effects

Section

Sync/

Sample

Rate

Indicators

Monitor

User

Deﬁnable

Scribble Strip

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Controls Windows Source Audio

(Direct Sound, Windows Media, etc.)

WAVE Strip

Main

Inserts

Current Session

Name

Main Mix

Output Volume

& Meters

Volume/Balance

/Mute Controls

4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer Overview of the Mixer

Mixer Window

The Mixer consists of four main sections.

Application Toolbar Lets you manage sessions and show/hide the various views.

Main Section Controls all the main levels, aux buses, and their inserts. This section

also has a “TV” which shows parameters for the currently selected effect and the input/output patching. It also shows the session’s current sample rate and whether it’s set to internal or external clock.

Mixer Strips This section is located to the left of the Main Section and shows all

the currently instantiated mixer strips. Mixer strips can represent Physical analog/digital inputs, or Host inputs such as ASIO or Direct Sound. Mixer strips can be added or deleted as necessary. This section can be resized by dragging the left edge of the frame.

Effects Palette This popup window is invoked by pressing the FX button in the

toolbar. Iconic representations of all effects presets are shown here, organized by category. From this window, you can drag and drop effect presets into the insert slots available on the mixer strips and main section aux buses and main inserts.

A simpliﬁed diagram of the mixer is shown below.

Input

Post-Fader Strip

Insert

Section

Panning

Input

Pre-Fader Strip

Insert

Section

Fader

MUTE

Aux 1

Aux Bus 1

Aux 1

Send

Amount

Aux

Effects

Insert

Section

Aux 2

Aux Bus 2

Aux 2

Send

Amount

Insert

Section

Fader

MUTE

Main Bus

Return

Amount

Return

Amount

Mixer Block Diagram

Meter

Main Bus

Effects

Insert

Section

Main

Level

Monitor

Out

MUTE

Monitor

Level

Main

Out

Output 1L/1R

& Headphones

Pre Fader or Post Fader

When creating a new Mixer Strip, you have the option for the Aux Sends to be placed Post Fader (both Aux Sends come after the channel fader) or Pre Fader (both Aux Sends come before the channel fader). The Pre-fader option allows you to use either Aux Send as another mix bus, which is unaffected by the channel fader. More Information.

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E-MU Icon in the Windows Taskbar

Right-clicking on the E-MU icon in the Windows taskbar calls the following window.

Right-Click Here

Opens the PatchMix DSP Mixer.

Calls the PatchMix DSP help system.

Disables the splash screen that appears at boot-up.

When unchecked, FX are not loaded until needed, resulting in faster computer boot.

Restores the default PatchMix DSP and driver settings.

Closes the PatchMix DSP background program, disabling use of all audio I/O from the E-MU hardware. Open the PatchMix DSP application to start audio again.

4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer

E-MU Icon in the Windows Taskbar

f Restore Defaults:

Always try this option ﬁrst if PatchMix is crashing or if you are having any other strange audio problems.

The Toolbar

New

Session

Open

Session

New Session

Open Session Calls up the standard “Open” dialog box, allowing you to open a

Save Session Calls up the standard “Save” or “Save As…” dialog boxes, allowing

Show/Hide Effects Toggle button that shows or hides the FX palette.

Session Settings Calls up the Sessions Settings window. Session Settings.

Save

Session

“About”

PatchMix DSP

Show/Hide

Effects

Session

Settings

Global

Prefs

Calls up the “New Session” dialog box. New Session.

saved Session.

you to save the current Session.

f Click the buttons in

the toolbar to learn about their function.

Global Preferences Calls up the Global Preferences window.

About PatchMix DSP Right-Click on the E-MU logo to view the “About PatchMix DSP”

screen, which provides the software and ﬁrmware version numbers and other information.

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4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer The Session

The Session

The current state of the PatchMix DSP mixer (fader settings, effects routings…everything!) can be saved as a Session. Whenever you create or modify a mixer setup, all you have to do is Save it to be able to recall it at a later time.

Before you begin using PatchMix DSP, you need to set it up to be compatible with the other software applications you may be running. The most important consideration is your system sample rate. PatchMix DSP and any applications or other digital gear you are using must be set to the same sample rate. PatchMix DSP can run at 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88kHz, 96kHz, 176.4 kHz or 192kHz, but its complete set of features are only available at 44.1kHz or 48kHz. See Chapter 6 - Using High Sample Rates for details.

Once the sample rate is set, you can only easily switch between 44.1k and 48k. You cannot switch between 44/48k and 88k/96k/176k/192k. With a change to these high

sample rates, you must start a new session.

You can also set up an external sync source, thereby obtaining the sample rate from some other device or application. External sync can be obtained from the ADAT input or S/PDIF input. If the session is set at 44.1kHz or 48kHz and the external source is coming in at a higher rate (such as 96k), the Sync Indicator will be extinguished (off), but PatchMix will attempt to receive the external data. The two units are NOT sample locked however, and you should correct this condition to avoid intermittent clicks in the audio. Always check for the presence of the LOCKED indicator whenever you are

using a digital interface.

PatchMix DSP comes with several session templates to choose from so when you create a new session you can either create a “blank” session based around a designated sample rate, or select from a list of template starting points.

In a PatchMix DSP session the number of strips in the mixer is dynamically conﬁgurable. This allows you to create only those strips you need up to a maximum number determined by available DSP resources and available inputs.

 Important: When

using any form of digital input, you MUST synchronize the Digital Audio System to the external digital device (S/PDIF/ADAT).

New Session

You create a new session by clicking the “New Session” button in the PatchMix DSP main Toolbar. The following dialog box appears.

Select a Template or new Session at the desired sample rate

Session Description

Add your own comment or note about the Session

Check this if you want to edit the New Session.

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You can now select one of the factory template sessions. The factory templates are preprogrammed with speciﬁc setups such as audio recording or mixing. The selector tabs categorize Template Sessions into three groups based on sample rate, 44.1k/48k, 88k/ 96k, or 176k/192k.

You can create your own templates by simply copying or saving sessions into the “Session Templates” folder (Program Files\Creative Professional\E-MU PatchMix DSP\Session Templates).

There is also a Comment area that you can use to give yourself some clue as to what you were thinking when you created the session.

Selecting a Session at 176.4kHZ or 192kHz

When operating at 176.4k or 192k sample rates, the number of I/O channels are slightly reduced. At these high sample rates you must select one of three types of sessions each contianing a different I/O conﬁguration. Please see page

81 for details.

Open Session

To Open a saved session, click on the Open Session button. A dialog box appears allowing you to choose one of your saved Sessions to open. Choose one of your saved sessions and click on the Open button.

4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer

The Session

Save Session

To Save a session, click on the Save Session button. A Save dialog box appears allowing you to choose a location in which to save the current Session. The “My Sessions” folder is chosen by default.

Get in the habit of saving the session whenever you have created a special mixer setup. This will make your life much easier as you can recall a setup for many different audio modes such as: recording, mixing, special ASIO routings, etc.

Session Settings

System Settings

Pressing the Session Settings button on the toolbar brings up the System Settings window shown below. Click the tabs to select System or I/O options.

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4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer The Session

The System Settings include the following:

• Internal/External Clock Selects between internal or external word clock source

as the master clock source for the system

• Sample Rate Selects the sample rate when using internal clock. Your choices are: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz,

176.4kHz, 192kHz.

• External Clock Source

(ext. clock only)

Select from: ADAT, or S/PDIF as an external sample clock source.

Using External Clock

Whenever you are using any digital I/O such as ADAT or S/PDIF, one of the digital devices MUST supply the master clock to the others. This master clock runs at the system sample rate and can be embedded into a data stream such as S/PDIF or ADAT. Common symptoms of unsynced digital audio include, random clicks or pops in the audio or failure of the digital stream to be recognized. Always check for the presence of

the “LOCKED” indicator whenever you are using a digital interface.

If an External Clock is interrupted or switched after the Session has been created (except between 44.1k <-> 48k), the “LOCKED” indicator will be extinguished and PatchMix will attempt to receive the external data. The two units are NOT sample locked however, and you should correct this condition to avoid intermittent clicks in the audio.

I/O Settings

You can set the level (-10dBV or +4 dBu) for each pair of analog outputs and the input gain setting for each pair of analog inputs.

An output setting of +4 provides the most output and is compatible with professional audio gear. Balanced output cables provide a +6dB hotter signal than unbalanced cables when used with balanced inputs. Do NOT use balanced cables unless your other gear has balanced inputs. See “Cables - balanced or unbalanced?” in the Appendix for more information.

E Note: if set to

“External” without an external clock present, PatchMix DSP defaults to the internal 48kHz clock rate.

Comparison of -10dBV & +4dBu Signal Levels

Consumer

Clipping -->

Headroom

+ 6 dBV

+ 2 dBV

{

-10 dBV

0 dBV = 1V RMS 0dBu = .777V RMS

An input setting of -10 is compatible with consumer audio gear and works best with low level signals. (-10dBV is approximately 12dB lower than +4dBu.) Choose the setting that allows you to send or receive a full scale signal without clipping.

Setting correct input and output levels is important! You can measure the level of an input by inserting a meter into the ﬁrst effect location in the strip. Adjust your external equipment outputs for the optimum signal level. See “To Set the Input Levels of a Strip” for details.

Professional

(balanced)(unbalanced)

+20 dBu

+8 dBu

+4 dBu

-8 dBu

<-- Clipping

Headroom

}

f Input too weak?

Use -10 Input setting.

Output too weak?

Use +4 Output setting

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4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer

The Session

Input Level

Settings

Optical

Input

Select

Mic Soft Limiting

On/Off

• Inputs +4 or -10 Selects between Consumer level (-10dBV) or

Professional level (+4dBu) inputs. (Use the -10dBV setting if your input is too weak.)

• Outputs +4 or -10 Selects between Consumer level (-10dBV) or

Professional level (+4dBu) outputs. (The +4 dBu setting outputs a hotter level.)

• Optical Input Select Selects between ADAT or optical S/PDIF for the MicroDock

ADAT Input. The coaxial S/PDIF input is disabled when S/PDIF optical is selected.

• Microphone Input

Soft Limiting

• Optical Output Select Selects between ADAT or optical S/PDIF for the MicroDock

• S/PDIF Output Format Selects between S/PDIF or AES/EBU format for S/PDIF. This

The Mic/Hi-Z inputs have built-in “soft limiters” which automatically turn down the gain before the signal overloads the A/D converters. The soft limiters allow you to record a hotter signal without fear of clipping. This control turns the soft limiters On or Off. See

the Best Possible Recording for additional information

about the soft limiters.

ADAT Output. The coaxial S/PDIF Output is disabled when S/PDIF optical is selected.

sets the S/PDIF-AES status bit, but does not affect the signal level.

Output Level Settings

Optical Output

Select

S/PDIF Output Format

Making

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4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer

f Physical input strips

are shown with BLUE text.

f Host input strips are

shown with WHITE text.

f The Input Type will

turn RED if the input is not available. (The MicroDock may be disconnected.)

Input Mixer Strips

PatchMix DSP Input Mixer Strips are stereo except for the MicroDock Mic/Line inputs. Each input mixer strip can be divided into four basic sections.

• Insert Section Effects, EQ, External/Host Sends & Returns can be inserted into the signal path.

• Pan Controls These controls position the signal in the stereo sound ﬁeld.

• Aux Sends Used to send the signal to sidechain effects or to create separate mixes.

• Volume Control Controls the output level of the channel.

Mono/Stereo

Input Type

Insert Section

Pan Controls

Aux Sends

Channel

Volume Control

Input Type

The very top of the strip is labeled mono or stereo and displays the type of the assigned input. Input mixer strips can be added as desired and can be conﬁgured to input the following:

• Physical input = Hardware

(Analog/SPDIF/ADAT).

• Host Input = Software

(Direct Sound, WAV, ASIO source)

Inserts

You can drag and drop effects from the Effects Palette or Right-click to insert a Physical or ASIO Send or Send/Return A Peak Meter, Trim Control or Test Signal can also be inserted by Rightclicking.

Pan Controls

These controls allow to you position the channel in the stereo sound ﬁeld. Dual controls on stereo strips allow you to position each side independently.

Aux Sends

These controls send the signal to sidechain effect processors such as reverb and delay. They can also be used to create separate mixes for the artist or for recording.

This screen shows a mono strip on the left and a stereo strip on the right.

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Mute/Solo

Buttons

Scribble Strip

Vol ume Control

Controls the output level of the strip into the main/monitor mix bus.

Mute/Solo Buttons

These convenient buttons allow you to solo or mute selected channels.

Scribble Strips

Click inside the scribble strip and type a name of up to eight characters.

Mixer Strip Creation

f CDs & MP3s: The

WAVE 1/2 strip is used to playback CDs, Windows Media Player, and Direct Sound.

PatchMix DSP is a dynamically conﬁgurable mixer. Each mixer session can contain an arbitrary number of strips up to a limit set by the number of available input sources and available DSP resources.

• Host refers to a computer application such as Cubase.

• Physical refers to a hardware input or output such as an output jack.

 To Add a New Strip:

1. Click on the New Mixer Strip button. See Overview of the Mixer. The New Mixer

Strip Input Dialog appears:

4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer

Mixer Strip Creation

f Adding or deleting a

strip “defragments” the effect/DSP resources. If any effect you wish to add is unavailable (greyed-out), try deleting an unused strip to free up resources.

2. Select the desired input to the mixer strip from the following choices:

• Physical Source: Analog or digital input (Analog, ADAT, S/PDIF)

• Host - ASIO Source input Streaming audio from an ASIO software application.

• Host - WAVE input Window sound sources — WAVE, WDM, CD

PHYSICAL SOURCE Function

Physical: Dock Mic/Line 24-bit monophonic analog input on the MicroDock.

Physical: Dock In 24-bit stereo analog input on the MicroDock.

Physical: Dock S/PDIF 2 channel digital audio from the S/PDIF input on the

Physical: Dock ADAT 2 channel (x4 strips) digital audio from the ADAT input on

HOST SOURCE Function

Host ASIO Output Source

From software application

Host Windows Source

From Windows

3. Select Pre-Fader Aux Sends or leave the box unchecked for Post-Fader Aux Sends.

4. Click OK to create a new strip or Cancel to cancel the operation.

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MicroDock.

the MicroDock.

2 channel digital audio from an ASIO source (software app). ASIO: 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, 13/14, 15/16

Direct Sound, WDM, Windows Media

(Sound generated or handled by Windows.)

WAVE 1/2 - Default stereo source such as game sound, CD player, beep sounds, etc. WAVE 3/4, WAVE 5/6, WAVE 7/8 - Additional WDM channels

f See “Pre or Post Fader

Aux Sends” on page 40.

4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer Mixer Strip Creation

 To Delete a Mixer Strip:

1. Click the top of the mixer strip you wish to delete. A red border appears around

the strip, indicating that it is selected.

2. Click on the Delete Mixer Strip button, or right-click and choose Delete, or use the

Delete key on the PC keyboard. See Overview of the Mixer.

Multichannel WAVE Files

The 1616 supports 2 channels of WAVE recording and 8 channels of multichannel WAVE playback. The WAVE channels are available for the following types of WDM

devices:

• Classic MME

• DirectSound

• Direct WDM / Kernel Streaming (KS)

DirectSound and the WDM/KS interfaces allow up to Eight channels of Wave Out while the classic MME interface only exposes 2 channels.

The WAVE channels operate at all sample rates. For additional information about WDM behavior at high sample rates, see page 81.

192kHz/96kHz DVD-Audio disks are protected against digital copying. Most DVDAudio disks contain duplicate 48kHz audio tracks which will play back on the 1616.

Windows Media Player/DVD/Surround Sound Playback

Select DirectSound as the output format when using Windows Media Player and other DVD player applications.

Eight channel WAVE playback supports either 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 surround audio. However, the 1616 is best suited to play 5.1 surround, since it only has 6 analog outputs. (You could play back 7.1 surround audio by using an external S/PDIF to Analog Converter. Create a 7/8 WAVE strip and insert a Send to S/PDIF Out.)

The chart below shows how to connect the outputs for 5.1 surround sound playback.

Multichannel WAVE to Surround Sound Speaker Channels

(using the factory 5.1 DVD Playback Session)

WAVE Strip Surround Channels 1/4” Outputs 1/8” Outputs

E-DSP WAVE 1/2 Front Left / Front Right 1L = FL 1R = FR 1 (Tip = FL Ring = FR)

E-DSP WAVE 3/4 Center / Subwoofer 3L = C 3R = Sub 3 (Tip = C Ring = Sub)

E-DSP WAVE 5/6 Rear Left / Rear Right 2L = RL 2R = RR 2 (Tip = RL Ring = RR)

E-DSP WAVE 7/8 Side Left / Side Right N/A N/A

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