E-mu 1820m, 1820, 1212m Owner’s Manual

1820 1820

Owner’s Manual

E-MU 1820m - 1820 - 1212m PCI

Digital Audio System

Owner’s Manual

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Software Version: 2.00

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Table of Contents

1- Introduction .................................................................	9
Welcome!..............................................................................................................................	9
All Systems Include: .........................................................................................................	9
E-MU 1212M System .....................................................................................................	10
E-MU 1820 System ........................................................................................................	10
E-MU 1820M System .....................................................................................................	10
Notes, Tips and Warnings ..........................................................................................	10
2 - Installation ................................................................	11
Setting Up the Digital Audio System ................................................................................	11
Notes for Installation .................................................................................................	11
Safety First! .................................................................................................................	12
Connector Types ............................................................................................................	12
Installing the E-MU 1010 PCI Card ..................................................................................	13
Install the Sync Daughter Card or 0202 Daughter Card..................................................	14
E-MU 0202 & AudioDock ..........................................................................................	15
Rubber Feet .................................................................................................................	16
Rack Mounting the AudioDock .....................................................................................	16
Software Installation ..........................................................................................................	17
Installing the E-MU 1010 Drivers .............................................................................	17
Windows XP, Windows XP x64, Windows Vista, Windows Vista x64 ....................	17
Uninstalling all Audio Drivers and Applications .....................................................	17
Note About Windows Logo Testing ..........................................................................	18
3 - PCI Card & Interfaces .................................................	19
The E-MU 1010 PCI Card..................................................................................................	19
Connections ...................................................................................................................	19
EDI Connector ............................................................................................................	19
S/PDIF Digital Audio Input & Output ......................................................................	19
ADAT Optical Digital Input & Output ......................................................................	19
IEEE1394 Firewire ......................................................................................................	20
The 0202 Daughter Card ...................................................................................................	20
Connections ...................................................................................................................	20
Analog Inputs and Outputs .......................................................................................	20
MIDI In/Out ...............................................................................................................	20
The AudioDock ..................................................................................................................	21
Front Panel Connections ...............................................................................................	22
Preamp Section ...........................................................................................................	22
MIDI 1 In/Out ............................................................................................................	22
S/PDIF Optical Out ....................................................................................................	22
Headphone Output & Volume Control ....................................................................	22

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The AudioDock Front Panel Indicators ........................................................................	23
The MIDI Input Indicators .........................................................................................	23
The Clock Source and Sample Rate Indicators .........................................................	23
The Clock Source LEDs ..............................................................................................	23
The Sample Rate Indicators .......................................................................................	23
Rear Panel Connections .................................................................................................	24
Line Level Analog Inputs ...........................................................................................	24
Turntable Inputs & Ground Lug ................................................................................	24
Line Level Analog Outputs ........................................................................................	24
Computer Speaker Analog Outputs ..........................................................................	25
MIDI 2 In/Out ............................................................................................................	25
EDI Connector (Card) ...............................................................................................	25
The Sync Daughter Card ....................................................................................................	26
Connections ...................................................................................................................	26
4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer .............................................	27
PatchMix DSP.....................................................................................................................	27
Overview of the Mixer........................................................................................................	27
Mixer Window ................................................................................................................	28
Mixer Block Diagram .....................................................................................................	28
Pre Fader or Post Fader ..............................................................................................	28
E-MU Icon in the Windows Taskbar .................................................................................	29
The Toolbar ........................................................................................................................	29
The Session .........................................................................................................................	30
New Session ....................................................................................................................	30
Open Session ..................................................................................................................	31
Save Session ....................................................................................................................	31
Session Settings ..............................................................................................................	31
System Settings ...........................................................................................................	31
Using External Clock ..................................................................................................	32
MIDI Settings ..............................................................................................................	32
I/O Settings .................................................................................................................	33
Input Mixer Strips...............................................................................................................	35
Input Type ...................................................................................................................	35
Mixer Strip Creation...........................................................................................................	36
Multichannel WAVE Files ..............................................................................................	37
Windows Media Player/DVD/Surround Sound Playback .......................................	37
Insert Section ..................................................................................................................	38
Working with Inserts ..................................................................................................	38
The Insert Menu .........................................................................................................	39
Using External Sends & Returns ................................................................................	40
ASIO Direct Monitor Send/Return ............................................................................	41
Meter Inserts ...............................................................................................................	42
To Set the Input Levels of a Strip ...................................................................................	42
Making the Best Possible Recording .........................................................................	43
Trim Pot Insert ............................................................................................................	44
Test Tone/Signal Generator Insert .............................................................................	44
Managing Your Inserts ...................................................................................................	45
Aux Section .....................................................................................................................	46
Sidechain Diagram .....................................................................................................	46
Pre or Post Fader Aux Sends ......................................................................................	47
Level, Pan, Solo & Mute Controls .................................................................................	48
Main Section.......................................................................................................................	49
TV Screen & Selectors .....................................................................................................	50

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Effect ...........................................................................................................................	50
Input ...........................................................................................................................	51
Output ........................................................................................................................	51
Auxiliary Effects & Returns ............................................................................................	52
Sidechain Diagram .....................................................................................................	52
Sync/Sample Rate Indicators .........................................................................................	52
Output Section ...............................................................................................................	53
Main Inserts ................................................................................................................	53
Main Output Fader .....................................................................................................	53
Output Level Meters ...................................................................................................	53
Monitor Output Level ................................................................................................	53
Monitor Balance Control ...........................................................................................	53
Monitor Output Mute ................................................................................................	53
5 - Effects .......................................................................	55
Overview.............................................................................................................................	55
The Effects Palette...............................................................................................................	55
FX Insert Chains .............................................................................................................	56
The Order of Effects .......................................................................................................	57
Creating, Renaming & Deleting Categories or Presets .............................................	57
Importing and Exporting Core FX Presets and FX Insert Chains .............................	58
FX Edit Screen.....................................................................................................................	59
User Preset Section .........................................................................................................	60
Core Effects and Effects Presets .....................................................................................	61
List of Core Effects..............................................................................................................	62
DSP Resource Usage .......................................................................................................	62
Core Effects Descriptions...................................................................................................	63
1-Band Para EQ ..............................................................................................................	63
1-Band Shelf EQ .............................................................................................................	63
3-Band EQ ......................................................................................................................	64
4-Band EQ ......................................................................................................................	65
Auto-Wah ........................................................................................................................	66
Chorus ............................................................................................................................	67
Compressor ....................................................................................................................	67
Basic Controls .............................................................................................................	68
Distortion .......................................................................................................................	69
Flanger ............................................................................................................................	70
Freq Shifter .....................................................................................................................	71
Leveling Amp ..................................................................................................................	72
Lite Reverb ......................................................................................................................	73
Mono Delays - 100, 250, 500, 750, 1500, 3000 ..........................................................	74
Phase Shifter ...................................................................................................................	75
Rotary ..............................................................................................................................	75
Speaker Simulator ..........................................................................................................	76
Stereo Delays - 100, 250, 500, 750, 1500 ....................................................................	77
Vocal Morpher ................................................................................................................	79
Gate .................................................................................................................................	80
Applications ................................................................................................................	80
Parameters ..................................................................................................................	81
Threshold ....................................................................................................................	81
Release Time ...............................................................................................................	81
Max Gain Reduction ..................................................................................................	81
Lookahead ..................................................................................................................	81
Level Meter ..................................................................................................................	82

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Gain Reduction Meter ................................................................................................	82
Reshaper .........................................................................................................................	83
Applications ................................................................................................................	83
Multimode EQ ...............................................................................................................	86
Applications ................................................................................................................	86
Parameters ..................................................................................................................	87
Lowpass .......................................................................................................................	87
Highpass .....................................................................................................................	87
Highpass -> Lowpass ..................................................................................................	88
Highpass || Lowpass ..................................................................................................	88
Band Pass ....................................................................................................................	89
Band Cut .....................................................................................................................	89
RFX Compressor .............................................................................................................	90
Signal Flow .................................................................................................................	90
Parameters ..................................................................................................................	91
Threshold ....................................................................................................................	91
Gain Reduction Meter ................................................................................................	91
Ratio ............................................................................................................................	91
Attack ..........................................................................................................................	91
Release ........................................................................................................................	91
Gain .............................................................................................................................	92
Advanced Parameters .................................................................................................	92
Soft Knee .....................................................................................................................	92
Gate .............................................................................................................................	94
Comp Lookahead/Delay ............................................................................................	94
Auto-Release ...............................................................................................................	95
Max Compression ......................................................................................................	96
Neg Compression .......................................................................................................	96
Input Mode .................................................................................................................	97
Example Settings ........................................................................................................	98
Multimode EQ Settings ............................................................................................	100
Compressor Settings ................................................................................................	100
E-MU PowerFX .................................................................................................................	101
Automating E-MU PowerFX ........................................................................................	103
E-MU PowerFX Resource Availability .........................................................................	103
Rendering Audio with E-MU PowerFX ...........................................................................	105
General Tips for Rendering using PowerFX ............................................................	105
Tips for using Freeze Mode on Cubase LE ..............................................................	105
Using E-MU PowerFX with WaveLab and SoundForge .............................................	105
E-MU E-Wire VST .............................................................................................................	106
E-Delay Compensator ..................................................................................................	107
E-Delay Compensator Use .......................................................................................	108
E-Delay Units Parameter ..........................................................................................	108
Grouping Tracks .......................................................................................................	109
6 - Using High Sample Rates .........................................	111
Overview...........................................................................................................................	111
E-MU 1820 System at 88.2k/96k (1010 PCI Card & AudioDock) ...........................	111
E-MU 1212M System at 88.2k or 96k (1010 PCI Card & I/O Card) ........................	112
E-MU 1820 System at 176.4kHz or 192kHz (1010 PCI Card & AudioDock) .........	113
E-MU 1212 System at 176.4k/192k (1010 PCI Card & I/O Card) ...........................	113
WDM Recording and Playback Behavior ....................................................................	115

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7 - Appendix .................................................................	117
Sync Daughter Card Supplement ....................................................................................	117
SMPTE Conversion ......................................................................................................	117
SMPTE Features ........................................................................................................	117
SMPTE Options ............................................................................................................	117
SMPTE Modes of Operation ........................................................................................	118
Host Mode ................................................................................................................	118
External Mode ..........................................................................................................	118
Flywheel Mode .........................................................................................................	118
Flywheel Modes ........................................................................................................	118
Stripe Mode ..............................................................................................................	119
SMPTE Background..........................................................................................................	119
Types of SMPTE ........................................................................................................	119
Why use SMPTE? ..........................................................................................................	120
Striping SMPTE .............................................................................................................	120
Avoiding SMPTE problems ..........................................................................................	120
Duplicating SMPTE time code .................................................................................	121
Other Tips for using SMPTE ....................................................................................	121
Example SMPTE Connection .......................................................................................	121
MIDI Time Code (MTC) ..................................................................................................	122
Word Clock In/Out ..........................................................................................................	122
Getting in Sync .................................................................................................................	124
Useful Information ..........................................................................................................	125
AES/EBU to S/PDIF Cable Adapter .............................................................................	125
Cables - balanced or unbalanced? ..............................................................................	125
Balanced Cables .......................................................................................................	125
Unbalanced Cables ..................................................................................................	126
Digital Cables ...............................................................................................................	126
Grounding ....................................................................................................................	126
Phantom Power ............................................................................................................	126
Appearance Settings in Windows ............................................................................	126
Technical Specifications...................................................................................................	127
Internet References...........................................................................................................	135
Forums ......................................................................................................................	135
Note concerning the Microsoft GS Wavetable Software Synth .................................	135
Index ............................................................................	139

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8	E-MU 1820M/1820/1212M PCI Digital Audio System

1- Introduction

Welcome!

1- Introduction

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the E-MU 1820M, E-MU 1820 or E-MU 1212M 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. All three systems offer unprecedented value by providing studio-quality, 24-bit/192kHz multi-channel recording and playback at an astounding price.

E-MU Digital Audio System Components

	E-MU 1212M		E-MU 1820		E-MU 1820M
• E-MU 1010 PCI Card		• E-MU 1010 PCI Card		• E-MU 1010 PCI Card
• E-MU 0202 I/O Daughter Card		• AudioDock		• AudioDockM
• 0202 I/O Card Cable		• EDI (E-MU Digital Interface Cable)		• E-MU Sync Daughter Card
• (2) MIDI Adapter Cables		• PC Power Adapter Cable		• Sync Card Cable
• D.A.S. Software/Driver		• Headphone Splitter Cable		• EDI (E-MU Digital Interface Cable)
Installation CD-ROM		• D.A.S. Software/Driver		• PC Power Adapter Cable
• Prod. Tools Software Bundle		Installation CD-ROM		• Headphone Splitter Cable
CD-ROM		• Prod. Tools Software Bundle		• D.A.S. Software/Driver Installation CD
• Quick Start Guide		CD-ROM		• Prod. Tools Software Bundle CD
		• Quick Start Guide		• Quick Start Guide
	Inputs & Outputs		Inputs & Outputs		Inputs & Outputs
(8)	Ch. ADAT Optical In	(8)	Ch. ADAT Optical In	(8)	Ch. ADAT Optical In
(8)	Ch. ADAT Optical Out	(8)	Ch. ADAT Optical Out	(8)	Ch. ADAT Optical Out
(2)	Ch. S/PDIF Digital In	(2)	Ch. S/PDIF Digital Ins	(2)	Ch. S/PDIF Digital In
(2)	Ch. S/PDIF Digital Out	(4)	Ch. S/PDIF Digital Out	(4)	Ch. S/PDIF Digital Out
(1)	MIDI Input & Output	(2)	MIDI Inputs & Outputs	(2)	MIDI Ins & 3 MIDI Outs
(2)	24-bit Bal. Line Inputs	(6)	24-bit Bal. Line Inputs	(6)	24-bit Bal. Line Inputs
(2)	24-bit Bal. Line Outputs	(8)	24-bit Bal. Line Outputs	(8)	24-bit Bal. Line Outputs
		(2)	Mic./Line Preamp Inputs	(2)	Mic./Line Preamp Inputs
		(2)	Turntable Preamp Inputs	(2)	Turntable Preamp Inputs
		(1)	Stereo Headphone Out	(1)	Stereo Headphone Out
		(4)	Computer Speaker Outs	(4)	Computer Speaker Outs
				(1)	Word Clock In & Out
				(1)	SMPTE (LTC) In & Out

All Systems Include:

The E-MU 1010 PCI Card is the heart of all three 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 Firewire port provides high-speed connectivity to the Creative NOMAD® portable digital audio player, external CD-RW drives and other Firewire compatible devices such as DV camcorders, printers, scanners and digital still cameras. The E-MU 1010 PCI Card also provides eight-channels of ADAT® optical digital input and output, as well as a S/PDIF stereo digital input and output.

The PatchMix DSP mixer application is included in all the systems. PatchMix DSP delivers unmatched flexibility in routing your audio between physical inputs and

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Welcome!

outputs, virtual (ASIO/WAVE) inputs and outputs and internal hardware effects and buses—no external mixer 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, there is no latency when you record. 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.

E-MU 1212M System

The E-MU 1212M includes the 0202 Daughter Card, which provides 2 line level, balanced analog inputs, 2 line level, balanced analog outputs, plus MIDI input and output. This is no-compromise audio interface, using ultra-high performance 24-bit/192kHz A/D - D/A converters to deliver an unbelievable 120dB dynamic range.

E-MU 1820 System

The E-MU 1820 includes the AudioDock, which is a half rack-space, audio interface. The AudioDock adds the following input and output capabilities to the system: two mic/line inputs with TFPro™ preamps, 6 balanced line level analog inputs, an RIAA stereo turntable preamp, 8 balanced line level outputs, an assignable headphone output, two sets of MIDI I/O ports, an additional S/PDIF optical output, and four stereo mini phone jacks for easy connection to powered speaker systems. Combined with the digital I/O on the 1010 PCI card, you have a total of 18 inputs and 20 outputs! Of course, professionalquality, 24-bit A/D and D/A converters with automatic DC blocking are used throughout.

E-MU 1820M System

The E-MU 1820M system includes the AudioDockM, and is a no compromise, mastering-grade system, which includes all the features of the 1820 system. The 1820M 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.

The Sync Daughter Card comes standard with the 1820M system and can be purchased as an optional upgrade to the 1820 and 1212M systems. The Sync Card adds Word Clock in and out for sample-synchronizing outboard digital equipment and SMPTE longitudinal time code in/out for syncing other recording equipment. A separate MIDI Time Code output port on the Sync Card eliminates timing problems caused by combining MTC with MIDI performance data.

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.

fNotes 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.

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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Setting Up the Digital Audio System

2 - Installation

Setting Up the Digital Audio System

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

1.Remove any other sound cards you have in your computer. (Once you are sure that the E-MU card works properly, your old sound card can be reinstalled if desired.)

2.Install the E-MU 1010 PCI card in your computer. Go there.

3.Install the 0202 Daughter Card or Sync Daughter Card (if applicable). Go there.

4.Connect the AudioDock (if applicable).

5.Install the PatchMix DSP software onto your computer.

6.Connect audio, MIDI and synchronization cables between the E-MU system and your other gear.

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 XP - SP 2 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 1010, 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 1010 PCI Card. This number can help EMU Customer Service troubleshoot any problems you may encounter—by writing the number down now, you’ll avoid having to open your computer to find it later on.

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Safety First!

•To avoid possible permanent damage to your hardware, make sure that all connections are made with the host computer’s power off. Unplug the computer’s power cable to make sure that the computer is not in sleep mode.

•Take care to avoid static damage to any components of your system. Internal computer surfaces, the E-MU 1010 PCI board and the interfaces are susceptible to electrostatic discharge, commonly known as “static.” Electrostatic discharge can damage or destroy electronic devices. Here are some procedures you can follow when handling electronic devices in order to minimize the possibility of causing electrostatic damage:

•Avoid any unnecessary movement, such as scuffing your feet when handling electronic devices, since most movement can generate additional charges of static electricity.

•Minimize the handling of the PCI card. Keep it in its static-free package until needed. Transport or store the board only in its protective package.

•When handling a PCI card, avoid touching its connector pins. Try to handle the board by its edges only.

•Before installing a PCI card into your computer, you should be grounded. Use a ground strap to discharge any static electric charge built up on your body. The ground strap attaches to your wrist and any unpainted metal surface within your computer. If you don’t have a ground strap, you can ground yourself by touching the metal case of another piece of grounded equipment.

•Before connecting a cable to your interface or between PCI cards, touch the connector sleeve of the cable to the sleeve of the jack to which you’ll be connecting the cable in order to discharge any static build-up.

Connector Types

These connector types are used to connect the E-MU 1010 hardware components. They will be referred to by the name shown in the first column of the following chart:

Name	Description	Connects
Card/External	CAT5 Connector	1010 PCI card and AudioDock
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)
1394	Firewire Connector	Interfaces to Firewire peripherals

Warning: The E-MU 1010 PCI Card has been designed to use readily available and inexpensive standard computer system cables to make it easy for you to find replacement cables if your original cables become damaged or lost. However, because these standard cables types are used for other purposes, you must use caution to avoid connecting the cables incorrectly. Please verify that all cables are connected only to the proper components before powering up your system.

As you install hardware components, observe the following general precautions to avoid damage to your equipment and yourself.

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Installing the E-MU 1010 PCI Card

Installing the E-MU 1010 PCI Card

Note: This installation is very simple but if you are not familiar with the installation of computer peripherals and add-in boards, please contact your authorized E-MU Systems dealer or an approved computer service center to arrange for the installation.

To install the 1010 PCI card into your computer

1.Make sure that the power switch on your computer is off.

IMPORTANT: Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet!

2.Touch a metal plate on your computer to ground yourself and to discharge any static electricity.

3.Follow the computer manufacturer’s recommended procedure for opening the case.

4.Remove the metal brackets from two adjacent PCI slots. If you have the E-MU 1820 system (non-M) you only need to remove the bracket from a single PCI slot. Put the screw(s) aside for use later. See figure 1 below.

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5.Align the E-MU 1010 PCI card with the slot and press gently but firmly down into the slot as shown in figure 2.

6.Do not force the E-MU 1010 card into the slot. Make sure that the gold finger connector of the card is aligned with the PCI bus connector on the motherboard before you insert the card into the PCI slot. If it doesn’t fit properly, gently remove it and try again.

7.Secure the card into the slot using one of the screws you placed aside earlier.

E Note: Some computer cases don’t use screws to secure PCI cards. In this case, follow the instructions that came with your computer.

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Install the Sync Daughter Card or 0202 Daughter Card

•E-MU 1820M - If you’re planning to use Word Clock. MIDI Time Code or SMPTE sync, unwrap the Sync Daughter Card and get ready to install it. If you don’t need these options or don’t have an empty PCI slot, you can skip these next few steps.

•E-MU 0202M - Unwrap the 0202 Daughter Card and get ready to install it.

1.Connect the ribbon cable provided with the kit between the E-MU 1010 card and the 0202 Daughter card or Sync Daughter Card as shown in figures 3 & 4. The cables are keyed so they cannot be incorrectly inserted. Seat the connectors firmly in the sockets and arrange the cables neatly.

2.Align the Sync Daughter Card or the 0202 Daughter Card with the slot and press gently but firmly down into the slot as shown in figure 2 on the preceding page.

3.Do not force the E-MU Card into the slot. Make sure that the tab at the rear of the card is aligned with the PCI bus connector on the motherboard before you insert the card into the PCI slot. If it doesn’t fit properly, gently remove it and try again.

4.Secure the card into the slot using one of the screws you placed aside earlier.

	Figure 3	Figure 4
	Sync Daughter	0202 Daughter
		Card
	Card

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E-MU 0202 & AudioDock

If you have both the E-MU 0202 I/O card and the AudioDock, you are advised not to connect both to the same E-MU 1010 PCI card using this version of software. There are known issues with doing this what will be addressed in a future software update.

AudioDock Owners only

5.Locate the Disk Drive Power Converter Cable shown below and identify the large male connector (the one with pins on it). Plug this connector into a spare disk drive power cable in your computer. If there is no spare disk drive power cable, insert the Adapter Cable between one of your disk drives and the power supply.

Power Converter Cable

To Power

Supply

To Disk Drive

The AudioDock requires 1.1 Amps at 12V (13 Watts) to operate. The AudioDockM requires 1.25 Amps at 12V (15 Watts) to operate.

E-MU 1010 PCI Card

6.Plug the small connector into the E-MU 1010 PCI card as shown above. The connector is keyed and can only be inserted one way.

7.After all components have been installed and securely fastened, close the computer case.

8.Connect the supplied network-type cable from the 10 BaseT jack on the E-MU 1010 PCI card labeled “EXTERNAL” to the matching connector labeled “Card” on the AudioDock. The cable supplied with the AudioDock is specially shielded to prevent unwanted RF emissions.

9.Plug the power cord back into the wall outlet and turn on your computer.

CAUTION: Do not connect the supplied CAT5 cable to the Ethernet or network connector on your computer. Doing so may result in permanent damage to either your computer, the E-MU 1010 or both.

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Rubber Feet

Four rubber feet were included with the AudioDock. These feet should be used if you’re not going to rack mount the AudioDock. If you are going to rack mount the AudioDock, leave the feet off.

To install the rubber feet, simply peel off the protective backing from the adhesive and press the feet into the round depressions at each corner of the bottom plate.

Rubber	Rubber
Foot	Foot

Rack-shelf	Rack-shelf
mount	mount

Rack-shelf	Rack-shelf
mount	mount
Rubber	Rubber
Foot	Foot

Rack Mounting the AudioDock

The AudioDock was designed to be rack mounted using standard 19-inch rack shelves. (These shelves are available from a number of sources on the Internet. Search for “Rack Shelf”.)

Two AudioDocks fit side by side on a single rack shelf. Two screws are provided to secure the AudioDock to the rack shelf (M3 x 6mm). Do not use screws longer than 6mm or damage to the circuit board may result.

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Software Installation

Installing the E-MU 1010 Drivers

The first time you restart your PC after installing the E-MU 1010 PCI card, you will need to install the PatchMix DSP software and E-MU 1010 PCI card drivers.

Windows XP, Windows XP x64, Windows Vista, Windows Vista x64

The software is not compatible with other versions of Windows.

1.After you have installed your Digital Audio System, turn on your computer. Windows automatically detects the Digital Audio System and searches for device drivers.

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

3.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.

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

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

6.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 audio card's 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.

1.Click Start -> Settings -> Control Panel.

2.Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon.

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

4.Select the E-MU driver/application entries and then click the Add/Remove (or Change/Remove) button.

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

6.Click the Yes button. Restart your computer when prompted.

7.You may now re-install existing or updated E-MU 1010 PCI card device drivers or applications.

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Software Installation

E 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 the 1010 PCI Card.

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Software Installation

Note About Windows Logo Testing

When you install the Digital Audio System drivers, you will see a dialog box informing you either that the driver has not been certified by Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL), or that the driver is signed by Creative Labs, Inc, and you will be asked if you would like to continue with the installation.

The Digital Audio System audio drivers are not certified by WHQL because the product does not support some of the features that the Microsoft Windows Logo Program requires, most notably Universal Audio Architecture (UAA) and Digital Rights Management (DRM).

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

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The E-MU 1010 PCI Card

The E-MU 1010 PCI card is the heart of the system and contains E-MU’s powerful E-DSP chip. The powerful hardware DSP on this card leaves more power free on your CPU for additional software plug-ins and other tasks.

Connections

EXTERNAL

Connects to Audio Dock via EDI Cable

S/PDIF

In/Out

ADAT or S/PDIF Optical In/Out

Firewire

EDI Connector

Connects to the AudioDock using the supplied EDI cable. This cable provides a a two-way data link between the E-MU 1010 and the AudioDock as well as supplying power to the AudioDock.

S/PDIF Digital Audio Input & Output

RCA phono jacks are standard connectors used for S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital InterFace) connections. Each jack carries two channels of digital audio. The E-MU 1010 receives digital audio data with word lengths of up to 24-bits. Data is always transmitted at 24-bits.

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 1010 PCI card can also send and receive AES/EBU digital audio through the use of a cable adapter. See AES/EBU to S/PDIF Cable Adapter for details.

The S/PDIF input and outputs are usable at the 44.1kHz, 48kHz 88.2kHz and 96kHz sample rates, but are disabled for 176.4kHz and 192kHz. The word clock contained in the input data stream can be used as a word clock source. See System Settings.

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 96kHz or 192kHz sample rates, the industry standard S/MUX interleaving scheme is used for ADAT input and output. S/MUX uses additional ADAT channels to achieve the required bandwidth. See the chart below or go here for additional information.

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The E-MU 1010 PCI Card

Important: When 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.

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The 0202 Daughter Card

Sample Rate	Number of Audio Channels
44kHz/48kHz	8 channels of 24-bit audio
88.2kHz/96kHz	4 channels of 24-bit audio, using S/MUX standard
176.4kHz/192kHz	2 channels of 24-bit audio, using S/MUX standard

IEEE1394 Firewire

This port allows high speed data transfer between your computer and external storage devices such as hard disks, CD-ROM drives, etc. Firewire ports are “hot-swappable” which means that you can plug and unplug Firewire peripherals without turning off power.

This port does NOT support Firewire audio. It is fully compliant with the OHCI 1.1 specification, supporting asynchronous and isochronous data transfers at 100, 200 or 400 Mbit/s with multiple DMA channels.

The 0202 Daughter Card

The 0202 Daughter card is the companion card for E-MU 1010 systems which don’t include the AudioDock. The 0202 Daughter card provides one pair of 24-bit balanced analog inputs and one pair of 24-bit balanced analog outputs, plus MIDI in and out.

Connections

Left / Right

Line Inputs

Left / Right

Line Outputs

MIDI

In/Out

MIDI In/Out

Analog Inputs and Outputs

The 0202 Daughter Card provides two balanced, analog inputs and two balanced, line level analog outputs. The inputs can be connected to any line level stereo signal from keyboards, CD-players, cassette decks, etc. The analog inputs are assigned to a mixer strip in the mixer application.

The outputs can feed any line level input such as a mixing board, the auxiliary input on your stereo or a set of powered speakers. The line outputs are not designed to drive headphones directly. Connect the line outputs to a stereo receiver or mixer with a headphone jack to obtain the proper current drive.

Either TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) 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 MIDI input and output port can be assigned in your specific MIDI application. Connect the MIDI adapter cable that came with your 0202 Daughter card to the miniDIN connectors on the card. The adapter cables convert the mini-DIN to standard DIN connectors used on most keyboards and synthesizers. Connect MIDI Out to the MIDI In port of your synthesizer and MIDI Out of your synth to MIDI In of the 0202 Daughter Card.

Important: The 6-pin Firewire connector/port has a 3-watt maximum power output. Connect only one high power usage device such as a IEEE 1394 hard disk or CD-RW drive to this port unless it is self-powered.

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The AudioDock

The AudioDock connects to the E-MU 1010 PCI card via the EDI cable.

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

The inputs are configured as follows:

(2)	mono microphone/line inputs
(3)	stereo pairs of line level inputs (6 inputs)
(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 3L & 3R since the A/D converters are shared between the turntable inputs.
(2)	MIDI input ports

The outputs are configured as:

(4)	stereo pairs of line level outputs
(1)	stereo pair driving a stereo headphone jack (the provided cable allows 2 stereo outputs)
(1)	optical S/PDIF output (stereo).
(4)	stereo 1/8” computer speaker outputs. These outputs carry the same signals as the 4
	stereo line level outputs and are provided as a convenience for connecting computer
	speaker systems.
(2)	MIDI output ports

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The AudioDock

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

It’s a good idea to mute AudioDock inputs 3 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.

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The AudioDock

Front Panel Connections

Insert 1/4"

Signal/Clip

Phantom

S/PDIF

LED

Plug for Line Level

Indicators

Power On/Off

Optical Out

Indicators

-10dB to +25dB Gain

	Insert XLR Plug	Input Gain	MIDI #1	Headphone	Headphone
	for Mic Level
		Controls	I/O Jacks	Output	Volume
	+20dB to +55dB Gain

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 using a 1/4 inch TRS/TS connector.

The superb-sounding mic preamps are designed by TF Pro®. Each preamp has a level control which sets the preamp gain from +20dB to +55dB for the XLR input and from -10dB to +25dB for the 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. See Phantom Power for additional information.

Each microphone input has its own input level and clipping indicators. The green LED indicates presence of signal and illuminates at -12 dB below clipping. The red LED indicates that 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 AudioDock, the red level indicators should never flash.

MIDI 1 In/Out

MIDI input and output ports allow you to interface any type of MIDI equipment such as keyboards, effect units, drum or guitar controllers. 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”.

S/PDIF Optical Out

The front panel S/PDIF connector is an optical TOSLINK output which, by default, carries a digital copy of the main output pair. This output is a convenient way to master to a portable DAT, MD recorder or other media. This S/PDIF output can also be freely assigned in the mixer application.

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 the high-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. This output is freely assignable in the mixer application.

Warning: Some microphones cannot tolerate phantom power and may be damaged. Check the microphone’s specifications and requirements before using phantom power.

Warning #2: After turning phantom power off, wait two full minutes before recording to allow the DC bias to drain.

The audio mutes for a second when phantom power is turned on.

f Tip: Since the headphone output can be placed into any insert location, you can use it to monitor or troubleshoot the signal flow.

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The AudioDock

The AudioDock Front Panel Indicators

MIDI

CLOCK

SMPTE

1

LCK

44.1

96

IN

2

EXT

48

192

OUT

The MIDI Input Indicators

These two indicators, labelled 1 & 2, show MIDI activity on the MIDI input jacks.

The Clock Source and Sample Rate Indicators

These LED indicators on the front panel of the AudioDock show the current timing synchronization and sample rate. These indicators reflect the current settings in the Session Settings Window. See System Settings.

•If the sample rate is 88.2 kHz, the 44.1k and 96k LEDs both illuminate. If the sample rate is 176.4 kHz, the 48k and 192k LEDs both illuminate.

The Clock Source LEDs

The Clock Source LEDs indicate the source of the master clock that is currently driving the E-MU 1010.

LED	Clock Source
LCK	Lock - Indicates that the internal or external clock is locked and valid.
EXT	External - Indicates that an external clock source is selected.

When the system is running from an external or digital clock source, the AudioDock continually checks that the incoming clock source is valid. If the clock source changes or becomes invalid in any way, the LCK LED will flicker or will not be lit. If sync has been lost, the audio outputs will also be muted. The AudioDock will switch to internal clock at 48kHz if sync is lost and switch back to external clock if sync is re-established.

Typical causes of loss of digital or external sync include:

•Removing the S/PDIF or external clock cables

•Loss of power to the device providing the clock source

•Sudden changes in the S/PDIF sample rate

(as would happen if a DAT tape had data recorded at multiple rates)

The Sample Rate Indicators

The Sample Rate LEDs indicate the current sample rate at which the system is running. The LEDs will light solidly to indicate the different sample rates of 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz or 192kHz.

When slaving to an external master source, the clock may drift slightly or change dramatically (i.e. abrupt sample rate change or unplugging of physical master source). the E-MU 1010 is tolerant to minor drifting within the supported rates of 44.1k, 48k, 88k, 96k, 176k and 192k, but if the sample rate drifts out of range (1%) the “Lock” LED will be extinguished. If set to external clock and the external clock is removed or out of tolerance, the E-MU 1010 will switch to internal clock at 48kHz (the default sample rate) until an external clock source is connected.

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The AudioDock

Rear Panel Connections

6 Balanced Line Level Inputs

Turntable Inputs

Turntable

Alternate Outputs

(configured as 3 stereo pairs)

(tied to line input 3)

Ground

(same as outputs 1-4)

6 Balanced Line Level Outputs	Monitor	MIDI Port 2	Connect to
(configured as 3 stereo pairs)	Outputs	In/Out	E-MU 1010 Card

Line Level Analog Inputs

Six balanced 24-bit, line-level, analog inputs are provided (1-3). 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. Input 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 level in pro mode is 18dBV (=20.2dBu). Maximum output level in consumer mode is 6dBV.

Either TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cables can be used. See page 125 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 to accept moving magnet type phono cartridges. The turntable inputs share line level inputs 3L and 3R. Inserting a plug into Line Input 3 disconnects the turntable preamp from that channel. Connect the ground lead from your turntable to the ground lug to prevent hum.

Line Level Analog Outputs

Eight balanced 24-bit, line-level, analog outputs are provided (1-4). Output pair 4 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. All the analog outputs can be freely assigned in the mixer application. 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.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Do NOT use balanced audio cables (TRS) when connecting balanced outputs to unbalanced inputs. Doing so can increase noise levels and introduce hum.

Warning: Do NOT leave your turntable connected when using outputs 3L and 3R. This can cause a ground loop.

• It’s also a good idea to mute Dock inputs 3 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.

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The AudioDock

Computer Speaker Analog Outputs

These stereo mini-phone (3.5mm) jacks duplicate line level outputs 1-4 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
4 L/R	Tip = 4L	Ring = 4R

MIDI 2 In/Out

A second, independent set of MIDI input and output ports which can be assigned in your specific MIDI application.

EDI Connector (Card)

Connects to the AudioDock to the E-MU 1010 PCI card using a CAT5 computer cable. The cable supplied with the AudioDock is specially shielded to prevent unwanted RF emissions.

Warning: The AudioDock has been designed to use readily available 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 1010 card, or the AudioDock.

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The Sync Daughter Card

The Sync Daughter Card

The Sync Daughter card (included in the E-MU 1820M system and available as an option for other systems) provides word clock in and out, SMPTE (LTC) in and out and an additional MIDI output for transmitting MIDI Time Code (MTC). MIDI Time Code is a special rendering of SMPTE that can be transmitted over MIDI cables. For additional information about SMPTE, please refer to SMPTE Background.

Synchronization is a basic technique needed for connecting multiple pieces of equipment. Word Clock, S/PDIF or ADAT optical are all industry standard methods of synchronizing digital equipment together at the system sample rate (44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz, or 192kHz). The master clock source is set in the Mixer Session Settings menu. See System Settings for more information.

Recording equipment can also be synchronized so that two audio recorders or an audio and video recorder can lock together as a single machine. SMPTE and MTC sync are used because they convey absolute time information. Word clock, S/PDIF or ADAT optical sync only synchronize the sample rate and unlike SMPTE and MTC, do not convey song position information. In a synchronized system, there is usually one MASTER machine, and one or more SLAVES. When the master starts, the others will follow (chase).

The Sync Daughter card is also a format converter. It converts incoming SMPTE time code to MIDI Time Code (MTC) and passes this information to the host computer to be used by a sequencer or audio recorder application. When your computer application is the “Master”, the Sync Daughter card converts MTC into SMPTE and sends it out to another SMPTE device.

In

Word Clock

Out

In

SMPTE

Out

MTC Out

Connections

The Sync Daughter Card contains Word Clock inputs and outputs for clock signals used in a studio where a common sample rate reference is required to keep multiple pieces of digital equipment running together. This is referred to as “house clock” or “house sync,” and is set to the actual sample rate of the system. Use a cable with BNC connectors to connect incoming clock signals to the Word Clock In jack on the Sync Daughter card. Connect the Word Clock Out to your other digital equipment to use the Sync Daughter Card as the Master Word Clock source. See Word Clock In/Out.

The Sync Daughter Card provides SMPTE (LTC) sync in and out, on two 1/4” phone jacks. LTC can be recorded onto an unused audio track on an analog or digital recorder and then fed back into the SMPTE input to synchronize your computer sequencer/recorder. See SMPTE Background for more information.

MIDI Time Code is also output whenever MTC is being generated by the host application (sequencer or audio recorder). A special cable converts the mini DIN to a standard MIDI jack.

See the Sync Daughter Card Supplement for more information about using the Sync Daughter Card.

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PatchMix DSP

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

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

Overview of the Mixer

Physical Input Strips

ASIO Input Strip

Toolbar

Add New

Strip

Delete

Strip

f Click on the buttons and knobs in the mixer screen below to jump to the description of the control.

Display

Select

Buttons

Channel	“TV”
Insert	Screen
Section

Pan

Controls

Aux

Aux

Effects

Sends

Section

Volume				Sync/
				Sample
Fader
				Rate
				Indicators
Solo/Mute
Buttons
				Monitor
User				Volume/Balance
Definable				/Mute Controls
Scribble Strip	WAVE Strip	Main	Current	Main Mix
	Controls Windows Source Audio	Inserts	Session	Output Volume
	(Direct Sound, Windows Media, etc.)		Name	& Meters

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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 patchbay. 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		Input			Mixer Block Diagram
Post-Fader Strip	Pre-Fader Strip
					Study this diagram to understand how
Insert		Insert			the PatchMix DSP Mixer works.
Chain		Chain
Panning
Fader				Aux	Meter
MUTE			Send		Return
				Effects
Aux 1	Aux	Aux 1
			Amount		Amount
	Bus 1			Insert
				Chain		Monitor
Aux 2	Aux	Aux 2	Send		Return	Out
			Amount		Amount	MUTE
	Bus 2			Insert
	Fader			Chain	Main Bus
						Monitor
	MUTE				Effects
						Level
					Insert
Main Bus					Chain	Main
					Main
					Level	Out

Pre Fader or Post Fader

When creating a new Mixer Strip, you have the option for the Aux Sends to be 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

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.

The Toolbar

New	Save	“About”	Session
Session	Session	PatchMix DSP	Settings

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

f Click the buttons in the toolbar to learn about their function.

Open	Sync	Show/Hide	Global
Session	Settings	Effects	Prefs

	New Session	Calls up the “New Session” dialog box. New Session.
	Open Session	Calls up the standard “Open” dialog box, allowing you to open a
		saved Session.
	Save Session	Calls up the standard “Save” or “Save As…” dialog boxes, allowing
		you to save the current Session.
	Show/Hide Effects	Toggle button that shows or hides the FX palette.
	Session Settings	Calls up the Sessions Settings window. Session Settings.
	Global Preferences	Calls up the Global Preferences window.
	Sync Settings	Calls up the SMPTE window. (if Sync Card is installed)
	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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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 44.1k, 48k, 88.2k, 96k, 176.4k or 192k, but its complete set of features are only available at 44.1kHz or 48kHz. See Chapter 6 - Using High Sample Rates for complete details.

Once the sample rate is set, you can only easily switch between 44.1k and 48k. You cannot switch between 44/48k and the higher rates of 88k/96k/176k/192k. This is because the number of mixer inputs and outputs changes significantly at these high sample rates. In the case of such drastic sample rate changes, 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, S/PDIF input or the Sync Daughter Card word clock. If the session is set at 44.1kHz or 48kHz and the external source is coming in at 96kHz (for example), 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.

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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