Mackie SDR96 User Manual

POWER

24 TRACK/24 BIT DIGITAL AUDIO RECORDER

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SDR 24/96

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Operation Guide

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DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product’s enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

Le symbole clair avec point de fl che l’int rieur d’un triangle

quilat ral est utilis pour alerter l’utilisateur de la pr sence l’int rieur du coffret de "voltage dangereux" non isol d’ampleur suffisante pour constituer un risque d’ l ctrocution.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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Important Safety Instructions

12. Servicing — Do not attempt to service the SDR24/96. All servicing should be referred to the Mackie Service Department.

13. Lightning — Unplug the SDR 24/96 during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Note that this Mackie product is not completely disconnected from the AC mains service when the power switch is in the OFF position.

14. Grounding and Polarization — To prevent electric shock, do not use the SDR24/96 polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure. Do not defeat the SDR24/96 grounding by plugging into an ungrounded receptacle or ground lift adapter.

This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

ATTENTION — Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant las limites applicables aux appareils numériques de class A/de class B (selon le cas) prescrites dans le réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par les ministere des communications du Canada.

1. Read instuctions — Read, understand and follow all safety and operating instructions before using the SDR24/96.

2. Retain Instructions — Keep these safety and operating instructions for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings — Follow all warnings on the SDR24/96 and in these operating instructions.

4. Water and Moisture — Do not use the SDR24/96 near water – for example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink, garden hose, incontinent poodle, sweaty drummer, etc. – or when condensation has formed on the unit.

5. Cleaning — Clean only with a dry cloth.

6. Heat and Ventilation — Locate the SDR24/96 away from heat sources such as radiators, campfires, compost pits, heliarc welders, magma flows, etc. Do not block SDR24/96 ventilation openings or install in spaces that prevent adequate air circulation to the unit.

7. Power Sources — Connect the SDR24/96 only to a power source of the type described in these operating instructions or as marked on the SDR24/96.

8. Power Cord Protection — Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked upon, tripped over, or abraded by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit the SDR24/96.

9. Object and Liquid Entry — Do not drop objects or spill liquids into the SDR24/96. Clean only with a damp cloth; do not clean with liquid or aerosol cleaners.

10. Attachments — Use the SDR24/96 with only the accessories specified in this manual.

11. Damage Requiring Service — The SDR24/96 should be serviced only by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has spilled into the unit; or C. The unit has been exposed to rain or water; or D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked

change in performance; or

E. The unit has been dropped, or its chassis damaged.

FCC Information

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply

with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

This product has been tested and complies with the following standards and directives as set forth by the

European Union: * EN 55103-1 E1-E3 Radiated and Conducted Emissions * EN 55103-2 E1-E3 Immunity * EN 60950/IEC 950 Electrical Safety Requirements

WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this

appliance to rain or moisture.

SDR24/96

Contents

Operation Guide

Introduction ----------------------------4

Save your Box!-------------------------------- 4 How To Use This Guide --------------------- 4 Conventions ---------------------------------- 5 About “Tape” --------------------------------- 5 Overview -------------------------------------- 6

Setup & Configuration----------------7

Required Equipment ------------------------ 7 Installation------------------------------------ 7

I/O Connections and Cables ------------------- 8

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Word Clock and Digital Synchronization ---- 8 Mackie Media (Optional) ----------------------- 11

Hookups ----------------------------------------12

Analog Hookup ----------------------------------- 12 Digital Hookup ------------------------------------ 14 Remote 24/Micro Remote (Optional) ------- 16 Footswitch (Optional) --------------------------- 16

Power-Up-------------------------------------- 16 Configuration--------------------------------- 17

Track I/O Setup----------------------------------- 17 Input Type Setup --------------------------------- 18 Synchronization ---------------------------------- 19

Sample Clock -------------------------------------- 19 Sample Rate ---------------------------------------- 19 Time Code Chase ---------------------------------- 19 Time Code Source --------------------------------- 19 Frame Rate ----------------------------------------- 20 Sample Size----------------------------------------- 20 LTC Output ----------------------------------------- 20 MTC Output ---------------------------------------- 20 Varispeed ------------------------------------------- 20

SDR24/96 Operation -----------------21

Project Management------------------------ 21

Creating a New Project -------------------------- 21 Opening a Project -------------------------------- 22 Saving a Project ----------------------------------- 22 Deleting a Project -------------------------------- 23 Copying a Project--------------------------------- 24 Renaming a Project ------------------------------ 25 Purging a Project --------------------------------- 25

Basic Transport Operations ----------------26

Fast Wind------------------------------------------- 26 Stop ------------------------------------------------- 26 Scrub ------------------------------------------------ 27 Play -------------------------------------------------- 27

Record ---------------------------------------------- 27 Serial 9-Pin----------------------------------------- 27 Time Display--------------------------------------- 27 Transport Menu ----------------------------------- 27 Locate Points and Looping --------------------- 30

Recording ------------------------------------- 31

Track Options ------------------------------------- 32 Record Options ----------------------------------- 33 Monitoring ----------------------------------------- 35 Metering and Setting Record Levels---------- 36 Autopunch ----------------------------------------- 37 Rehearse-------------------------------------------- 38 Footswitch Operation --------------------------- 39

Editing ----------------------------------------- 40

Delete Last ----------------------------------------- 40 Edit Button----------------------------------------- 40

Delete ----------------------------------------------- 40 Cut --------------------------------------------------- 41 Copy ------------------------------------------------- 41 Paste ------------------------------------------------- 41 Place ------------------------------------------------- 42 Undo ------------------------------------------------- 43 Redo ------------------------------------------------- 44

Disk and System Utilities ------------------ 44

Disk Menu ------------------------------------------ 44

Mount Drive---------------------------------------- 44 Format Drive --------------------------------------- 44 Defrag Drive---------------------------------------- 45

System Menu -------------------------------------- 45

USB Mass Storage --------------------------------- 45 SDR Footswitch------------------------------------ 46 Remote Footswitch ------------------------------- 46 Load Meter ----------------------------------------- 46 Date -------------------------------------------------- 47 Time ------------------------------------------------- 47 About ------------------------------------------------ 47

Appendix A: Troubleshooting and Service ---- 48

Appendix B: Technical Info ----------------------- 50

Appendix C: Upgrading the System Software - 51

Appendix D: Analog I/O Pinout ------------------51

Appendix E: Compatible Cables ----------------- 52

Printed in the U.S.A.

Operation Guide

SDR 24/96

Introduction

Save your Box!

Uncle Jeff’s Bottom Ten Reasons to Save the Box:

10. You think boxes grow on trees?

9. It’s actually a time capsule, packed with a biological code that can’t be decrypted until 2043.

8. Its festive graphics will cheer up those other boxes forgotten in your attic.

7. Impress your friends: tape it up and pretend that you actually have two SDR24/96s.

6. If you throw it away, bad people will know you have a studio in your house.

5. Someday, when paper costs more than steel, it could net you a fortune.

4. The SDR24/96 itself only costs $47.95. The balance is what you paid for the box.

3. Properly sealed, it can be used as a flotation device in the unlikely event of a water landing.

2. It’s a great place to hide your old digital 8-track recorder.

1. If you collect ten SDR24/96 boxes, Greg will come over for dinner (this offer does not apply to dealers or distributors).

In the unlikely event that you should need to send the SDR24/96 back to Mackie for service, please use the shipping box it came in. This box has been specially designed to minimize damage to the SDR24/96 during shipping, so that it won’t end up more broken than when you sent it.

How To Use This Guide

Welcome to the cutting edge of affordable multitrack recording and editing! The first part of this guide explains how to setup and connect the SDR24/96 to an analog or digital console. The second part describes how to start a session, operate the basic transport and monitoring controls, and explains the terms and conventions used to name, store, and retrieve projects on disk.

To get the most out of this guide, you’ll need to be familiar with the basic multitrack recording process. Updated manuals and the latest software releases can be obtained via Mackie’s website at:

Please write your serial number here for future reference:

www.mackie.com.

Purchased at:

Date Of Purchase:

SDR24/96

Conventions

The SDR24/96 Operation Guide uses the following conventions to help you find information quickly:

Text Conventions

a) Text referring to the LCD display use medium weight

(example: SETUP MENU)

b) Text referring to hardware controls or connectors use heavy weight

(example: STOP)

Icons

This icon identifies in-depth explanations of features and practical tips. Though not required reading, they do offer some choice tidbits of knowledge that will leave you wiser for the reading.

This icon identifies information that is critically important to the operation of the SDR24/96. So for your own sake, please read these sections.

Operation Guide

About “Tape”

No, you’re not reading the wrong manual. Our goal was to build a hard disk recorder that is comfortable for someone familiar with tape recording, but that doesn’t require you to get a brain transplant from a computer geek to use. When familiar terms such as Tape Inputs, Tape Returns, Transport, and the like are applied to the SDR24/96, they mean exactly what you expect them to mean. Where the well-worn shoe fits, we continue to wear it.

Operation Guide

Overview

By combining traditional multitrack tape recording features with the power and flexibility of non-linear editing, the Mackie Designs SDR24/96 takes multitrack recording to a level never before achieved by a product in its price range. In addition to the standard battery of traditional tape-based features, the SDR24/96:

• Combines the familiarity of a multitrack tape machine with the security of

non-destructive recording and non-degrading recording media.

SDR 24/96

• Records simultaneously on all 24 tracks at 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, or

96 kHz (12 tracks at 88.2 and 96 kHz when using Digital Optical inputs). At 48 kHz the internal hard drive stores over 2200 track-minutes of 24-bit audio (90 minutes of 24 full tracks). That’s more than six reels of 2" tape at 30 inches per second! At 96 kHz the drive stores over 1100 trackminutes of 24-bit audio (45 minutes of 24 full tracks).

• Has eight Virtual Takes per track, allowing you to record multiple passes

without having to change routing and busing assignments or use additional tracks.

• Projects and Tracks are compatible with the HDR24/96 and the MDR24/96.

• Audio files are saved in native Wave file format (.WAV).

• Interfaces with any analog or digital console with ADAT™ optical I/O or

analog I/O (uses 24-bit A/D and D/A converters).

• Provides three convenient methods of backup: Mackie Media M•90, a

removable hard drive (also capable of 24-track recording and playback), Mackie Media PROJECT, a removable drive using inexpensive, removable

2.2 GB ORB™ cartridges; and data transfer to another computer through the SDR24/96’s USB port.

• Offers two optional remote control devices – the compact Remote 24 and

the Micro Remote for smaller project studios.

Record Ready

POWER

• Other remote control interfaces include ADAT Sync, Serial 9-Pin, and MIDI

I/O for MMC (MIDI Machine Control).

Meter Display

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SDR24/96

Setup & Configuration

This chapter explains how to set up and configure the SDR24/96 for use in your studio. Two application examples show how to interface the SDR24/96 with analog and digital recording consoles.

Required Equipment

Of course, there’s more to a studio than a recorder and some musicians. At a minimum, you’ll need the following to make the SDR24/96 feel at home:

• A console with a minimum of 24 tape sends (buses or direct outputs) and returns (line inputs or monitor returns). If your analog console has only 8 tape sends, use Y-cord splitters to send tape out 1 to SDR24/96 Inputs 1, 9 and 17; tape out 2 to SDR24/96 Inputs 2, 10, and 18, and so forth.

• Cables to connect the SDR24/96 to the console: Up to six DB25 break-out cables or fiber optic cables, depending on your I/O setup.

• All the stuff that typically connects to a console: microphones, instruments, outboard equipment, control room monitors, and so on.

Installation

This section describes how to connect the SDR24/96 to your console. Before you begin, you should choose a location for your SDR24/96 considering the following:

Operation Guide

• If you’re not using the Remote 24 or Micro Remote, position the front panel within convenient reach of your normal recording/mixing position. If you are using a remote controller, you might want to get the SDR24/96 out of the way. Be aware that although analog cables can be fairly long, Remote 24 and Micro Remote cables are limited to about 10 meters. ADAT Optical cables can reach up to about 15 meters.

• The SDR24/96 requires a reliable AC power source with a good ground. Do not use a ground lift adapter or plug the SDR24/96 into an ungrounded receptacle. Remember, this is a computer. Using an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to power the SDR24/96 is a good idea to avoid an unexpected shutdown and protect it from transient line voltages.

Note!

The SDR24/96 has a universal-input switching power supply, so you can plug the AC linecord into any AC outlet with a voltage between 100 and 240 VAC without having to worry about setting any switches or using a step-up or stepdown voltage transformer.

Operation Guide

SDR 24/96

I/O Connections and Cables

I/O connections are available in either analog or digital and can be used in any combination:

Analog

• Each 25-pin D-subminiature (DB25) connector provides eight balanced analog line-level inputs or outputs. These connectors are pin-for-pin compatible with the analog (not TDIF) DB25 connectors found on the TASCAM DTRS recorders (see Appendix D: Analog I/O Pinout). DB25 cables that break out to XLR or 1/4" TRS connectors for mating with your console are readily available (see Appendix E: Compatible Cables).

Digital

• The digital outputs are ADAT optical connections, and provide eight digital inputs or outputs per connector (four if using 96 kHz sample rate).

Note: Different manufacturers use different wiring standards for DB25 interface cables that otherwise look the same. Make sure the cable you are using is the correct one.

See Appendix E for a list of compatible SDR24/96 Analog I/O cables.

Word Clock and Digital Synchronization

Various methods are provided to synchronize the SDR24/96’s sample clock and time/transport position to other equipment. The functions and connections for each of the sync connections are as follows:

• SMPTE IN — This 1/4" jack serves as an input when slaved to incoming

SMPTE time code. Use a shielded 2-conductor cable with a 1/4" TS plug.

• SMPTE OUT — This 1/4" jack serves as an output when generating

SMPTE time code to synchronize other devices with the SDR24/96. Use a shielded 2-conductor cable with a 1/4" TS plug.

• WORD CLOCK IN — This BNC jack receives word clock from another

device when the SDR24/96 Sample Clock is set to Word Clock. Use this input when the SDR24/96 is operating as a word clock slave. Use 75-ohm coaxial cable with a BNC connector.

• WORD CLOCK OUT — This BNC jack transmits word clock to other

devices in the system when the SDR24/96 is configured as the clock master (Sample Clock set to Internal). Use 75-ohm coaxial cable with a BNC connector.

DIGITAL WORD CLOCK I/O

1 - 8

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• MIDI IN/OUT — These standard MIDI connectors (female 5-pin DIN) can

be used to send or receive MIDI Time Code (MTC) and MIDI Machine Control (MMC) when connecting to equipment with transport controls and a position display.

• ADAT SYNC OUT — This 9-pin D-subminature connector connects to the

SYNC IN connector on an ADAT multitrack recorder when the SDR24/96 is providing the master sample clock. Use male-to-male 9-pin D-sub (DB9) cable.

• ADAT SYNC IN — This 9-pin D-subminature connector connects to the

SYNC OUT connector on an ADAT multitrack recorder when the SDR24/96 is the slave. Use male-to-male 9-pin D-sub (DB9) cable.

Whenever digital audio connections are made between devices, the sample clock of every device must run at exactly the same rate. This is usually accomplished by selecting one device as the “master” clock source and distributing its word clock signal to all the “slave” devices in the system. The master is configured to run from its internal clock, and the slaves from external word clock. Some digital interfaces are self-clocking (such as the AES input on many DAT machines) and do not require a separate word clock connection. Others simply cannot be configured as slaves. The master/slave designation must be correctly made for each device to avoid the clicks and pops associated with asynchronous clocks.

Generally it doesn’t matter which device in a system serves as the word clock master. For example, if your SDR24/96 Inputs and Outputs are connected to the Tape Inputs and Outputs of a Mackie Digital 8 either the SDR24/96 or D8B can be the word clock master. (Note: The D8B must have the Apogee Word Clock Card installed for this application.)

•Bus console using ADAT optical,

Operation Guide

SDR 24/96

The following is the recommended setup for establishing proper sample clock synchronization with the devices connected to the SDR24/96.

ADAT Optical

With the SDR24/96 as a master, set the receiving device(s) to derive sample clock from their ADAT optical ports if the ports are self-clocking. In this case, no word clock connection is necessary. If the ADAT optical ports on the receiving devices are not self-clocking, connect WORD CLOCK OUT of the SDR24/96 to Word Clock In on the receiving device(s). If the receiving device is an ADAT multitrack recorder, use ADAT SYNC OUT of the SDR24/96 to the SYNC IN on the ADAT.

With the SDR24/96 configured as a slave, there is no need to connect the word clock connection on the SDR24/96 (the SDR can derive its word clock from the Digital Optical input). Make sure the sample clock (SETUP:Sync:SClk) is set to ADAT A, ADAT B, or ADAT C (whichever is the master ADAT).

Word Clock to other Slaves

Note:Note:

Note: Use 75 W coaxial cables when con-

Note:Note: necting word clock to the Word Clock input jack. If there are more devices to connect to the Word Clock, use a BNC Tee

BNC-Tee adaptor

WORD CLOCK I/O

IN OUT

adapter to feed the signal on to the next device in the chain.

Word Clock From Master

Word clock input jack

SDR24/96

Note:Note:

Note: If you are using an SDR24/96 with the Mackie Digital

Note:Note: 8•Bus console, you may need to turn on the Digital 8•Bus first. The Apogee Clock I/O on the D8B prefers not to see an active signal at its Word Clock input when it powers up.

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The SDR24/96 emulates the tape library tradition with Mackie Media M•90 and Mackie Media PROJECT drives. Both drives come complete with a plug-in tray for quick removal and a nifty storage case for shelving and transporting the drives. The SDR24/96 can record or play directly off the M as quickly as changing tape on a 24-track—no backup time required. PROJECT drives are for backup only and use removable 2.2GB ORB cartridges that fit in your pocket. Each can hold a couple of 5-minute 24-track masters.

Mackie Media Tray

Mackie Media Receiver

To install or remove a Mackie Media tray:

1. Power the SDR24/96 off whenever inserting or removing media trays.

If you have an active project, don’t forget to save it first!

•90 so you can change sessions

Operation Guide

2. To remove a drive, first unlock it by inserting the key and turning it a quarter-turn counterclockwise. Two keys are packed with the recorder, and one with each M•90 drive.

3. Lift the bail handle to release the drive, and pull it out of the drive bay.

4. To install a new M•90 or PROJECT drive, slide the media tray into the front panel drive bay. Press it firmly into place, and latch it by pressing the bail handle downward until it’s fully seated.

5. Insert the key into the lock and turn it a quarter-turn clockwise. The key locks the drive into place and powers the tray.

6. The SDR24/96 will automatically detect the Mackie Media drive when you next power it up.

Note: Note:

Note: Mackie Media are hard drives, and as we all know, hard drives

Note: Note: involve some pretty intricate technology. So don’t shake the little darlin’, and if a tray has just come in from a freezing car or airplane cargo hold, do not install it until it has reached room temperature.

Operation Guide

SDR 24/96

Hookups

This section shows how the SDR24/96 is typically connected to both analog and digital consoles (using the Mackie Analog and Digital 8•Bus consoles as examples). These examples assume that the rest of your studio equipment (monitors, sound sources, outboard processing, etc.) is already connected, or that you know how to connect it.

Before you begin, note how the three analog eight-channel I/O connectors are arranged on the SDR24/96 rear panel: 1-8 is on the left, 9-16 is in the center, and 17-24 is on the right. Labeling each cable before you begin will make connecting the SDR24/96 to your console easier.

Analog Hookup

This example describes the hookup for the 24•8 analog console.

Cables & Hardware

(6) Analog break-out cables, DB25 to eight 1/4" TRS phone plugs

Hookup

1. Connect three break-out cables to the SDR24/96 Inputs (bottom connectors). If you want to have the ability to route any console input to any recorder track, then connect the 1/4" plugs on each of the three breakout cables to the like-numbered Submaster/Tape Output jacks on the 8•Bus console. This works as long as you don’t record more than 8channels at a time, since the Submaster Outputs 9-16 and 17-24 are the same as outputs 1-8.

Alternately, you can connect the console’s direct outputs to the recorder’s inputs, so that each console channel feeds the like-numbered recorder track. Or, you can use a combination of direct and subgroup outs. The hookup diagram below shows the SDR24/96 inputs connected to the Submaster Outputs.

ANALOG OUT 1 - 8 ANALOG OUT 9 - 16 ANALOG OUT 17 - 24

ANALOG IN 1 - 8 ANALOG IN 9 - 16 ANALOG IN 17 - 24

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OUT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

REPLACE WITH THE SAME TYPE FUSE AND RATING. DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE

SMPTE

OUT

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

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2. Connect three break-out cables to the SDR24/96 Outputs (top connectors). Connect the plug end of the cables to the like-numbered Tape Return jacks on the 24•8 console.

SDR24/96 Settings

1. Set the Sample Clock (SETUP:Sync:SClk) to Internal.

2. Set the Sample Rate and Sample Size according to your preference.

Console Settings

Set the 24•8 console to the nominal +4 dBu operating level by setting the five Operating Level switches in the Sub Out and Tape Return sections to the ‘out’ position.

This example describes the hookup for the D8B console equipped for analog I/O.

SDR 24/96

Operation Guide

POWER

100 - 240V 250mA

50/60Hz

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(6) DB25 to DB25 Analog Cables

Cables & Hardware

ANALOG OUT 1 - 8 ANALOG OUT 9 - 16 ANALOG OUT 17 - 24

ANALOG IN 1 - 8 ANALOG IN 9 - 16 ANALOG IN 17 - 24

DIGITAL WORD CLOCK I/O MIDI

DIGITAL

IN OUT

DIGITAL

9 - 16

17 - 24

IN OUT

1 - 8

USB

IN OUT

X2 1-4X25-8X29-12

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ANALOG I/O ANALOG I/O ANALOG I/O

OUT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

REPLACE WITH THE SAME TYPE FUSE AND RATING. DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE

INPUT OUTPUT

TAPE IN/OUTS

SMPTE

OUT

WARNING:

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INPUT OUTPUT

Digital 8•Bus

ININOUT

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INPUT OUTPUT

FOOT

SWITCH

MANUFACTURING DATE

SERIAL NUMBER

AIO•8 Cards

SDR

24 TRACK/24 BIT DIGITAL

AUDIO RECORDER

MICRO/

REMOTE 24

CNTRL

HIGH RESOLUTION NON-LINEAR RECORDER

ADAT SYNC

OUT

ADAT SYNC

SERIAL

9-PIN

(3) AIO•8 cards for D8B (6) DB25 to DB25 analog cables

Hookup

1. Connect three DB25 analog cables between the SDR24/96 Inputs (bottom connector) and the corresponding D8B Tape Outputs (top connector).

2. Connect three DB25 analog cables between the SDR24/96 Outputs (top connector) and the corresponding D8B Tape Inputs (bottom connector).

SDR24/96 Settings

1. Set the Input Type (SETUP:I/O:INPUT TYPE SELECT) to Analog for Inputs 1-8, 9-16, and 17-24.

2. Set the Sample Clock (SETUP:Sync:SClk) to Internal.

3. Set the Sample Rate and Sample Size according to your preference. It is not necessary to set the D8B and SDR24/96 to the same Sample Rate, since with analog connections, the sample clocks on the two units are not synchronized

Console Settings

1. Set the D8B Sample Clock to 44.1 k Internal or 48 k Internal according to your preference.

Operation Guide

SDR 24/96

Note: If you are using a D8B console with OPT•8 cards installed and the SDR24/96 is the clock master, then a Clock I/O card must also be installed in the D8B to properly synchronize its word clock with the SDR24/96.

Digital Hookup

This example describes the hookup for the D8B console equipped for digital I/O (DIO•8 or OPT•8).

Cables & Hardware

(3) DIO•8 or OPT•8 cards for D8B (1) Apogee Clock I/O card for D8B (if D8B is the slave) (6) ADAT optical cables (1) 75Ω BNC word clock cable

Hookup

1. Connect three ADAT optical cables from the SDR24/96 DIGITAL optical outputs to the optical inputs on the corresponding D8B I/O cards.

2. Connect three ADAT optical cables from the SDR24/96 DIGITAL optical inputs to the optical outputs on the corresponding D8B I/O cards.

3. When the D8B is the clock master, the SDR24/96 can derive its clock from the Digital Optical input. When the SDR24/96 is the clock master, connect the WORD CLOCK OUT on the SDR24/96 to the WORD CLOCK IN on the D8B (the D8B must have an Apogee Clock I/O card installed).

SDR24/96 Settings

1. Set the Input Type (SETUP:I/O:INPUT TYPE SELECT) to ADAT for Inputs 1-8, 9-16, and 17-24.

2. If the SDR24/96 is the clock master, set the Sample Clock to Internal. If the SDR24/96 is a clock slave, set the Sample Clock to ADAT A (or B or C). (SETUP:Sync:SClk:ADAT A).

3. Set the Sample Rate to 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz according to your preference.

Console Settings

1. If you have DIO•8 cards installed, set the Tape Input and Tape Output format for each card to ADAT. OPT

2. If the D8B is the clock master, set the Sample Clock to either 44.1 k Internal or 48 k Internal. If it is a clock slave, then set the Sample Clock to either 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz to match the Sample Rate selected on the SDR24/96. Set the Apogee Clock to Word Clock.

•8 cards need no configuration.

SDR24/96

ADAT Optical Hookup with DIO•8

ANALOG OUT 1 - 8 ANALOG OUT 9 - 16 ANALOG OUT 17 - 24

ANALOG IN 1 - 8 ANALOG IN 9 - 16 ANALOG IN 17 - 24

SDR

24 TRACK/24 BIT DIGITAL

AUDIO RECORDER

HIGH RESOLUTION NON-LINEAR RECORDER

Operation Guide

POWER

100 - 240V 250mA

50/60Hz

USB

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When the SDR24/96 is Master, connect SDR24/96 WORD CLOCK OUT to D8B WORD CLOCK IN.

When the D8B is Master, the SDR24/96 can derive its clock from the Digital Optical Input.

DIGITAL WORD CLOCK I/O

DIGITAL

9 - 16

IN OUT

X2 5-8

DIGITAL

17 - 24

IN OUT

9-12

APOGEE

CLOCK I/O

WORD

CLOCK

WORD

CLOCK

DIGITAL I/O

OUT

1 - 8

IN OUT

1-4

Clock I/O

Card

SYNC ALT I/O TAPE IN/OUTS

Digital 8•Bus

OUT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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APOGEE

DIGITAL I/O

TDIF

IN OUT

ADAT OPTICAL

SYNC

SMPTE

OUT

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APOGEE

DIGITAL I/O

TDIF

IN OUT

ADAT OPTICAL

SYNC

MIDI

ININOUT

TDIF

IN OUT

SYNC

SERIAL NUMBER

DIO•8 Cards

FOOT

SWITCH

MANUFACTURING DATE

MICRO/

REMOTE 24

CNTRL

ADAT SYNC

OUT

ADAT SYNC

SERIAL

9-PIN

ADAT Optical Hookup with OPT•8

ANALOG OUT 1 - 8 ANALOG OUT 9 - 16 ANALOG OUT 17 - 24

ANALOG IN 1 - 8 ANALOG IN 9 - 16 ANALOG IN 17 - 24

POWER

100 - 240V 250mA

50/60Hz

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When the SDR24/96 is Master, connect SDR24/96 WORD CLOCK OUT to D8B WORD CLOCK IN.

When the D8B is Master, the SDR24/96 can derive its clock from the Digital Optical Input.

DIGITAL WORD CLOCK I/O

DIGITAL

9 - 16

IN OUT

X2 5-8

DIGITAL

17 - 24

IN OUT

9-12

APOGEE

CLOCK I/O

WORD

CLOCK

WORD

CLOCK

OUT

1 - 8

USB

IN OUT

1-4

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Clock I/O

Card

SYNC ALT I/O TAPE IN/OUTS

OUT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

REPLACE WITH THE SAME TYPE FUSE AND RATING. DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE

INPUT OUTPUT

OPT•8

Digital 8•Bus

SMPTE

OUT

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INPUT OUTPUT

OPT•8

MIDI

ININOUT

SERIAL NUMBER

OPT•8

Cards

FOOT

SWITCH

MANUFACTURING DATE

SDR

24 TRACK/24 BIT DIGITAL

AUDIO RECORDER

MICRO/

REMOTE 24

CNTRL

HIGH RESOLUTION NON-LINEAR RECORDER

ADAT SYNC

OUT

ADAT SYNC

SERIAL

9-PIN

Operation Guide

Note:Note:

Note: The Remotes

Note:Note: duplicate nearly all of the front panel operating controls.

SDR 24/96

When we describe a front panel operation, you’ll probably find it available on the Remote also. If you have a Remote, try it both ways. If you don’t have a Remote yet, think of how convenient it would be.

Remote 24/Micro Remote (Optional)

Installing either remote is as simple as plugging in a telephone. Connect one end of the cable (supplied with the Remote) to the MICRO/REMOTE 24 CNTRL jack on SDR24/96 rear panel, and the other end to the TO HDR REMOTE JACK on the Remote 24, or to the TO SDR REMOTE JACK on the Micro Remote. It’s OK to plug or unplug either remote with the SDR24/96 powered on.

MICRO REMOTE

Back panel of the

TO SDR REMOTE JACK

FOOT

REMOTE 24

ANALOG OUT 1 - 8 ANALOG OUT 9 - 16 ANALOG OUT 17 - 24

ANALOG IN 1 - 8 ANALOG IN 9 - 16 ANALOG IN 17 - 24

WARNING

DO NOT PLUG INTO

ETHERNET

Remote connection

TO HDR

REMOTE JACK

SWITCH

Mackie Micro Remote

Back panel of the Mackie Remote 24

Footswitch

HIGH RESOLUTION

SDR

NON-LINEAR RECORDER

24 TRACK/24 BIT DIGITAL

AUDIO RECORDER

Note:Note:

Note: If you are

Note:Note: using an SDR24/96 with the Mackie Digital 8•Bus console, you may need to turn on the Digital 8•Bus first. The Clock I/O on the D8B prefers not to see an active signal at its Word Clock input when it powers up.

POWER

100 - 240V 250mA

50/60Hz

DIGITAL WORD CLOCK I/O

DIGITAL

9 - 16

IN OUT

X2 5-8

DIGITAL

17 - 24

IN OUT

9-12

1 - 8

USB

IN OUT

X2 1-4

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OUT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

REPLACE WITH THE SAME TYPE FUSE AND RATING. DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE

SMPTE

OUT

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

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MIDI

ININOUT

SERIAL NUMBER

FOOT

SWITCH

MANUFACTURING DATE

MICRO/

REMOTE 24

CNTRL

ADAT SYNC

SERIAL

Footswitch (Optional)

For hands-free do-it-yourself punches and Play/Stop operations, connect the cable of a momentary, normally open footswitch to the FOOT SWITCH 1/4" TS jack on the rear panel of the SDR24/96 or the Remote 24. If you have a Remote installed you can connect two foot switches, one to the SDR24/96 and one to the Remote. Each footswitch functions independently of the other. Footswitch functionality is assigned in the front panel SETUP:System menu.

Power-Up

OK, NOW you can turn it on. Assuming you have already connected the SDR24/96 to your console, power up the SDR24/96 first, then the outboard equipment and console, and finally the power amplifiers or powered monitors. Audio equipment tends to generate unexpected clicks and pops when you power it up, so by powering up your monitoring system last, you’ll save your speakers and your ears.

Before you read the next section, take a quick, self-guided tour of the front panel display and controls to get a sense of where they are.

OUT

9-PIN

SDR24/96

Note: When 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz sampling rate is selected (X2 mode), each digital optical port carries only 4 tracks instead of 8, due to a limitation in the ADAT Optical specification. Tracks 1-12 are used, and tracks 13-24 are unavailable in X2 mode. The analog inputs continue to operate with 24 tracks in X2 mode.

Configuration

Before starting a Project, you will need to configure the SDR24/96 I/O options and synchronization parameters. These parameters determine where the input signal is coming from, where the sample clock is coming from, how fast the sample clock runs, and how many bits are recorded in every sample. Some options, like sample rate and bit depth, will become “standards” that you won’t need to change very often. Others, like input-to-track assignments, you may need to change frequently.

Track I/O Setup

By default, each of the physical inputs and outputs on the SDR24/96 corresponds to their track numbers when recording and playing back audio. You can customize the inputs and outputs to go to any of the tracks using the

TRACK INPUT SELECT and TRACK OUTPUT SELECT menus. These settings apply to both the analog and digital inputs and outputs, and are saved with the project file.

To configure the track input mapping:

1. Press SETUP to enter the SETUP MENU.

2. Select I/O to enter the TRACK INPUT SELECT menu.

SETUP MENU > Record I/O Sync Transp

TRACK INPUT SELECT > TRK: 1-8 9-16 17-24

3. Select 1-8. The LCD display shows you the current setting for inputs 1-8, either Direct or Custom.

4. Select Direct for direct input-to-track recording (i.e., Input 1 to Track 1, Input 2 to Track 2, etc.).

5. Select Custom to route inputs to different track numbers.

♦

You can assign an input to more than one track.

♦

If an input is routed to an alternate track (i.e., Input 1 to Track 9),

the Input Type assignment doesn’t change (see “Input Type Setup” on the next page).

6. Press the Inc (increment) and Dec (decrement) select buttons to change the input number that is assigned to Track 1. Select Apply to save the change.

TRK 1- 8 INP: Direct Direct Custom Exit

New

Track

Setting

Current

Setting

TRK 1 INP: 1 ( 1) > Inc Dec Apply Exit

Operation Guide

SETUP

7. Press the Page Right for Track 2, and so on.

8. Select Exit when finished with Tracks 1-8 to return to the previous menu. Press the Page Left SELECT menu to edit tracks 9-16 and 17-24.

9. Select Exit when finished to exit.

To configure the track output mapping:

1. Press SETUP to enter the SETUP MENU.

2. Select I/O. Press the Page Right TRACK OUTPUT SELECT menu.

button to enter the

button to scroll to the next track. Repeat step 6

button to return to the TRACK INPUT

SETUP MENU > Record I/O Sync Transp

< TRACK OUTPUT SELECT > TRK: 1-8 9-16 17-24

Operation Guide

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