Yamaha AW1600 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modiﬁcations not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to acces-

sories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.

3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to com-

ply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic

* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B)

devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:

Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference.

Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line ﬁlter/s.

In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial type cable.

If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620

The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE)

Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America

Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620

Telephone : 714-522-9011

Type of Equipment : Professional Audio Workstation

Model Name : AW1600

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected.

* This applies only to products distributed by

YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM

Connecting the Plug and Cord

IMPORTANT. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured makings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug.

BLUE : NEUTRAL BROWN : LIVE

(FCC DoC)

• This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha-Kemble Music (U.K.) Ltd. (2 wires)

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PRECAUTIONS

Water warning

If you notice any abnormality

Location

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

* Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

WARNING

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, ﬁre or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Power supply/Power cord

• Only use the voltage speciﬁed as correct for the device. The required voltage is printed on the name plate of the device.

• Use only the speciﬁed AC power adaptor (PA-300 or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha).

• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators, and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place heavy objects on it, or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over it.

Do not open

• Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way. The device contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel.

• Do not expose the device to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place containers on it containing liquids which might spill into any openings.

• Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

• If the power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a sudden loss of sound during use of the device, or if any unusual smells or smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the device inspected by qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel.

• If this device or the AC power adaptor should be dropped or damaged, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the device inspected by qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel.

CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the device or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Power supply/Power cord

• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the device is not to be used for extended periods of time, or during electrical storms.

• When removing the electric plug from the device or an outlet, always hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it.

•To avoid generating unwanted noise, make sure there is adequate distance between the AC power adaptor and the device.

• Do not cover or wrap the AC power adaptor with a cloth or blanket.

• Before moving the device, remove all connected cables.

• When setting up the device, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet.

•Avoid setting all equalizer controls and faders to their maximum. Depending on the condition of the connected devices, doing so may cause feedback and may damage the speakers.

• Do not expose the device to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the day) to prevent the possibility of panel disﬁguration or damage to the internal components.

• Do not place the device in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.

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•Avoid locations where the unit will be subject to strong vibration. Excessive vibration can damage the internal hard disk and CD-RW drive.

• Do not block the vents. This device has ventilation holes at the top to prevent the internal temperature from becoming too high. In particular, do not place the device on its side or upside down. Inadequate ventilation can result in overheating, possibly causing damage to the device(s), or even ﬁre.

• Do not use the device in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Doing so may result in noise, both in the device itself and in the TV or radio next to it.

Connections

• Before connecting the device to other devices, turn off the power for all devices. Before turning the power on or off for all devices, set all volume levels to minimum.

• Be sure to connect to a properly grounded power source. A ground screw is provided on the rear panel of this device for maximum safety and shock prevention. Be sure to connect the ground screw to a conﬁrmed ground point before plugging the device into the mains. Improper grounding can result in electrical shock.

Handling caution

• When turning on the AC power in your audio system, always turn on the power ampliﬁer LAST, to avoid speaker damage. When turning the power off, the power ampliﬁer should be turned off FIRST for the same reason.

• Do not insert your ﬁngers or hands in any gaps or openings on the device (vents, disc slots, etc.).

•Avoid inserting or dropping foreign objects (paper, plastic, metal, etc.) into any gaps or openings on the device (vents, disc slots, etc.) If this happens, turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. Then have the device inspected by qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel.

• Do not use headphones for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

• Do not rest your weight on the device or place heavy objects on it, and avoid use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.

XLR-type connectors are wired as follows (IEC60268 standard): pin 1: ground, pin 2: hot (+), and pin 3: cold (-).

Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modiﬁcations to the device, or data that is lost or destroyed.

Always turn the power off when the device is not in use.

Even when the power switch is in the “STANDBY” position, electricity is still ﬂowing to the device at the minimum level. When you are not using the device for a long time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

The performance of components with moving contacts, such as switches, volume controls, and connectors, deteriorates over time. Consult qualiﬁed Yamaha service personnel about replacing defective components.

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Caution for Laser

This product utilizes a laser.

Use of control, adjustment or performance of procedures other than those speciﬁed herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Do not open covers and do not repair yourself. Refer servicing to qualiﬁed personnel.

Laser properties of the Drive

Laser Class : Class 1 (HHS and IEC 825-1) Wavelength : for CD 784 nm

for DVD 662 nm

The label shown below is located on the bottom of this product.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

The label shown below is located on the top of the internal CD-RW drive.

CAUTION ATTENTION

VORSICHT

ADVARSEL ADVARSEL VARNING VAR O!

CAUTION: CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. CLASSE 3B RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU. KLASSE 3B SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN. KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING. UNDGÅ UDS/ETTELSE FOR STRÅLING. KLASSE 3B SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN. KLASS 3B SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG. KURSSI 3B NÄKYVÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA LASERSÄTEILYLLE, ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEN.

Handling the CD-R/RW media

Please observe the following points when handling the disc.

Failure to do so may cause problems such as the recorded data being lost, the drive to malfunction, or the printed label to become blurred.

• Do not place the disc in locations of direct sunlight, high temperature, or high humidity.

• Do not touch the recording surface of the disc. Hold the disc at the edges.

• Gently wipe dust or dirt off of the recording surface of the disc. Use an air duster or cleaner to remove dust. Vigorously rubbing the surface of the disc with a dry cloth may scratch the disc.

• If the disk surface needs cleaning, wipe gently from the center to the outside of the disk with a soft damp cloth, then gently wipe off remaining moisture in the same way with a clean dry cloth.

• Do not write on the disc or afﬁx labels to it.

• Do not wipe the disc with chemicals or detergents.

• Do not bend or drop the disc.

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Internal Hard Disk Precautions

• During some hard disk operations a small amount of vibration might be felt at the control panel and you might hear some mechanical noises. This is normal.

• Do not subject the unit to strong physical shock. Excessive physical shock can damage the internal hard disk.

•Always turn the power off when moving the unit from one location to another. Data on the internal hard disk can be lost or corrupted if the unit is moved while the power is on.

Copyright and other intellectual property laws in various countries permit reproduction of copyrighted materials under certain requirements. The observance of applicable laws for use of this product, however, is your responsibility. Yamaha disclaims any liability for violation of such laws in association with the use of this product.

Although this product is designed for original music production, it can be utilized to make reproduction of copyrighted music and other sound products. While certain reproduction and use of reproduced materials are permitted under applicable laws, such reproduction and use without license may constitute copyright infringement and other violation of laws. Since violation of such laws can have serious consequences, you may wish to consult a legal expert about your planned use of this product.

This product incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in which Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect to which it has license to use others’ copyrights. Such copyrighted materials include, without limitation, all computer software, styles ﬁles, MIDI ﬁles, WAVE data and sound recordings. Any unauthorized use of such programs and contents outside of personal use is not permitted under relevant laws. Any violation of copyright has legal consequences. DON’T MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES.

The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this owner’s manual are for instructional purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from those on your instrument.

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1. Before you start 9

Introduction................................................................... 9

Remember to back up your data .................................. 9

About the built-in CD-RW drive ..................................10

Using the CD-RW drive .............................................. 10

Connecting the AC adaptor ........................................ 11

Turning the power on/off ............................................11

2. Introducing the AW1600 13

Features of the AW1600 ............................................13

AW1600 terminology .................................................. 15

Recorder section.................................................... 15

Mixer section.......................................................... 15

Quick Loop Sampler section ..................................16

Overall.................................................................... 16

Parts of the AW1600 and what they do......................17

Top panel ...............................................................17

Rear panel .............................................................21

Front panel............................................................. 23

Basic operation on the AW1600.................................24

Viewing the display ................................................ 24

Accessing a screen/page/channel ......................... 24

Switching a button on/off........................................ 25

Editing a value in the display .................................25

Inputting text ..........................................................25

Using the Selected Channel section ......................26

3. Listening to the demo song 27

Connect external devices and turn on the power ....... 27

Loading the demo song..............................................28

Playing the demo song...............................................29

Mixing the demo song ................................................30

4. Recording to a sound clip 33

Connecting your instrument or mic............................. 33

Adjusting the input level .............................................34

Recording/playing a sound clip ..................................35

Overdubbing ...............................................................58

Punch-in/out................................................................59

Manual punch-in/out...............................................59

Auto punch-in/out ...................................................59

Using the Undo List ....................................................61

Switching virtual tracks ...............................................62

Saving the current song..............................................63

Loading an existing song ............................................64

7. Various types of playback 65

Using the locator.........................................................65

Using markers.............................................................67

Adjusting the position of a locate point or marker.......68

Erasing a locate point or marker.................................69

Repeatedly playing a specific region

(the A-B Repeat function) ...........................................70

Finding a location while you listen to the sound

(the Nudge function) ...................................................71

Finding a location while you view the waveform.........72

8. Using libraries and scene memories 73

About the libraries.......................................................73

About scene memories ...............................................73

Basic operation for libraries and scene memories......74

Storing library or scene data ..................................74

Recalling library or scene data ...............................75

Deleting library or scene data.................................75

Naming library or scene data .................................76

Details on libraries and scene memory.......................77

Input library.............................................................77

EQ library ...............................................................77

Dynamics library.....................................................78

Effect library ...........................................................78

Mastering library.....................................................78

Sample library ........................................................78

Channel library .......................................................79

Scene memories ....................................................79

Using the Recall Safe function....................................80

5. Track recording 39

Creating a new song ..................................................39

Direct recording and Bus recording............................40

Assigning input signals to tracks (Direct recording)....42

Assigning input signals to tracks (Bus recording)....... 45

Enabling the metronome ............................................47

Recording on a track ..................................................48

Pairing input channels/track channels........................49

Using the input library................................................. 50

Using the EQ library ...................................................52

Using the dynamics library .........................................53

6. Overdubbing 55

About overdubbing .....................................................55

Assigning the input signal to a track...........................56

Instantly recalling an EQ library.................................. 56

Instantly recalling a dynamics library.......................... 57

Setting the mix balance and pan ................................ 57

9. Mixdown and bounce operations 81

About mixdown and bouncing.....................................81

Preparing for mixdown................................................83

Using the internal effects via send/return ...................85

Recording on the stereo track.....................................87

Bounce (ping-pong) recording procedure ...................88

Correcting a Vocal Track (Pitch Fix) ...........................89

Convenient functions during

mixdown/bounce operations .......................................92

Adding input signals or pad

performances during mixdown...........................92

Using meters to check

the level of each channel ...................................93

Viewing all parameters for a certain channel .........93

Initializing a channel...............................................94

Editing the EQ parameters.....................................95

Editing the dynamics parameters...........................96

Editing the parameters of an internal effect............97

Inserting an effect into a track channel...................99

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Contents

10. Creating an audio CD 101

Creating an audio CD...............................................101

Types of media that

you can use with the CD-RW drive...........................101

Methods of writing an audio CD ...............................102

Basic settings for the CD-RW drive..........................103

Writing audio data (Track At Once) .......................... 104

Writing audio data (Disc At Once) ............................ 106

Finalizing CD-R/RW media.......................................108

Erasing CD-RW media ............................................. 109

Playing an audio CD................................................. 110

11. Quick loop sampler 111

About the quick loop sampler ................................... 111

Using sample libraries .............................................. 113

Recording/playing a pad performance .....................114

Grid Recording (Step Recording) the Pads..............116

Importing from an audio CD/WAV file to a pad ........117

Importing from an audio track/stereo track to a pad.119

Importing From a Computer To the Pads.................120

Editing the sample name..........................................121

Trimming the playback region ..................................122

Switching the playback mode for each pad..............123

Using the Slice function............................................124

Deleting an unwanted sample .................................. 126

12. Track editing 127

What you can do using editing commands............... 127

Basic procedure for track editing .........................128

List of editing commands.......................................... 130

ERASE................................................................. 130

DELETE ...............................................................131

INSERT................................................................ 131

COPY................................................................... 132

MOVE ..................................................................133

EXCHANGE......................................................... 134

TIME COMP/EXP

(Time Compression/Expansion) ......................134

PITCH CHANGE..................................................135

EXPORT .............................................................. 135

Exporting WAV files and

importing audio CD or WAV files..............................136

Importing and Exporting Audio Data

From and To a Computer ................................136

Exporting WAV files ............................................. 136

Transferring WAV Files To and

From a Computer ............................................ 137

Importing WAV Files ............................................ 139

Importing from the CD-RW drive.......................... 140

13. Song management 143

About songs .............................................................143

Editing the song name.............................................. 145

Editing various settings for the song ........................146

Copying or deleting a song....................................... 147

Optimizing a song..................................................... 148

Creating a tempo map..............................................149

Importing data from an existing song........................151

Backing up songs and sample libraries ....................152

Restoring songs or sample libraries .........................154

Exchanging Song Data

With Other AW-series Audio Workstations ...............155

14. MIDI and utility functions 157

What you can do using MIDI.....................................157

Basic MIDI Settings ..................................................158

Setting MIDI messages.............................................158

Using the MIDI Remote function...............................163

About the MIDI Remote function ..........................163

Using the MIDI Remote function presets..............163

Using the user-defined Remote function ..............165

Using the test tone oscillator.....................................167

Digital input settings and

Initializing the internal hard disk................................168

Overall settings for the AW1600 ...............................169

15. Using the AW1600 with external devices 171

Using the AW1600 with a “workstation synth” ..........171

Synchronizing the AW1600

with the workstation’s sequencer.....................171

Recording/playing AW1600 mix

operations on the workstation’s sequencer .....172

Switching AW1600 scenes from

the workstation’s sequencer ............................173

Remotely controlling a tone generator module .........174

Using external effects ...............................................175

Connecting a digital recorder such as MD or DAT ...177

Mixing down to a digital recorder..........................177

Recording audio data from a digital recorder .......178

Appendix 179

Input library list..........................................................179

Mastering library list..................................................180

EQ library list ............................................................181

Dynamics Parameters ..............................................182

Dynamics library list..................................................185

Effects library list.......................................................186

Effects Parameters ...................................................188

Sample library list .....................................................200

Troubleshooting ........................................................202

Display message list .................................................206

About the CD-ROM included with the AW1600 ........209

MIDI data format .......................................................215

MIDI Implementation Chart.......................................219

Specifications............................................................220

Dimensions ...............................................................222

Index .........................................................................223

Block diagram ...........................................................227

AW1600 Owner’s Manual

Chapter 1

■ Trademarks

■ Yamaha Pro Audio website

■ Yamaha Manual Library

■ Responsibility for loss of data, etc.

Before you start

This chapter explains what you should know before you begin using the AW1600.

Introduction

■ Check the included items

The AW1600 package contains the following items. If any are missing, please contact your dealer.

• The AW1600

•AC adaptor (PA-300)

• Owner’s manual (this book)

• CD-ROM

■ Copyright

Copying of commercially available music sequence data and/or digital audio ﬁles for any purpose other than your own personal use is strictly prohibited.

• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. USA in the United States and other countries.

• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation USA in the United States and other countries.

• Cubase SX and Nuendo are trademarks of Steinberg Media Technologies AG.

• Logic is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. USA in the United States and other countries.

• SONAR is a registered trademark of Twelve Tone Systems, Inc.

• ProTools is a trademark or registered trademark of Avid Technology, Inc. and afﬁliated companies.

• Other company names and product names in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Before you start

Remember to back up your data

■ Storing produced data

Produced data can be lost due to breakdown or mistaken operation. We recommend that you store all important data on your computer, CD-R/CD-RW discs, or other external storage medium.

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Yamaha will accept no responsibility for any damages (including consequential or incidental) incurred by the customer or any third party as a result of loss or impairment of the data stored on the hard disk or CD-R media, regardless of whether such loss could have been or actually was foreseen by Yamaha. Nor does Yamaha guarantee the media against any defect that may render it unusable.

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About the built-in CD-RW drive • Using the CD-RW drive

About the built-in CD-RW drive

A built-in CD-RW drive is a device that lets you create or

Before you start

play audio CDs, backup and restore data from the internal hard disk, and read data from a CD-ROM.

IMPORTANT

• Even if a CD-RW drive is operating normally, it may fail a read or write operation approximately once in ﬁve hundred times.

•Yamaha will take no responsibility for any damages, direct or consequential, that may result from the use of the above CDRW drive.

■ Handling

1 Never touch the objective lens.

B Be careful that the objective lens does not become

dusty or dirty.

C If the objective lens becomes dusty, use a commer-

cially available blower etc. to blow the dust off with clean air.

D Since the inside of the drive contains powerful mag-

netic circuitry, do not allow any magnetic material to come near the drive. (In particular, any metallic fragments, screws, or pins that enter the drive mechanism will cause operation to fail.)

Using the CD-RW drive

To insert a disc into the CD-RW drive, press the eject switch. The disc tray will open. Place the disc on the tray, and gently push the disc tray in.

NOTE

• The disc tray is ejected electrically. If the disc tray is not ejected when you press the eject switch, turn on the power of the AW1600 and press the eject switch once again.

Eject switchEject hole

■ Removing a CD in an emergency

If you are unable to remove the disc by pressing the eject switch, insert a wire of less than 2 mm diameter (such as a straightened paper clip) into the eject hole, and push gently. However, pressing the eject switch will not eject the disc when the AW1600 is in the following states, so do not use this method in such cases.

• When the AW1600’s power is “STANDBY”

• When the disc is being accessed (data is being read, written, or erased)

• While in CD PLAY mode

CAUTION

• This removal method is for use in emergencies such as when you cannot remove the disc due to a malfunction of the disc tray or a power failure. Do not use this method unnecessarily, since doing so will damage the CD-RW drive.

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CAUTION

• If you turn off the power of the AW1600 without performing the above shutdown procedure, not only will any unsaved changes be lost, but you also risk damaging the data on the hard disk, and damaging or drastically shortening the lifespan of the hard disk itself and the internal CD-RW drive. Please use caution.

•A small amount of electrical current is ﬂowing even when the power is in STANDBY mode. If you will not be using the AW1600 for an extended period of time, be sure to disconnect the AC adaptor from your AC outlet.

Connecting the AC adaptor • Turning the power on/off

Connecting the AC adaptor

When connecting the included AC adaptor (PA-300), you must ﬁrst connect it to the DC IN jack of the AW1600, and then to the AC wall outlet. After connecting the AC adaptor to the AW1600, wrap the cable around the hook as shown in the diagram. This will prevent the cable from being accidentally pulled out, causing the AW1600 to unexpectedly lose power.

Turning the power on/off

You must use the following procedure to switch the power of the AW1600 between ON and STANDBY. If you fail to follow this procedure, the internal hard disk or your external monitor system may be damaged.

■ Turning the power on

In a system that includes the AW1600, turn the power of each device on in the following order.

1 External devices such as audio sources and effect

processors connected to the input/output jacks of the AW1600

B The AW1600 itself

C The monitor system connected to the AW1600’s out-

put jacks

In the Work Navigate section located in the

upper left of the top panel, press the [SONG] key several times to access the following SHUTDOWN page.

Press the [ENTER] key located in the mid-

dle right of the top panel.

A popup window will ask you whether you want to save the current song.

Before you start

• Before you turn on the power, make sure that the AC adaptor is ﬁrmly connected to the AW1600 and to the AC outlet. If the power is disconnected while the AW1600 is being used, the AW1600 itself or the hard disk may be damaged.

When you turn on the power of the AW1600, an opening screen will appear, and then the following screen will appear.

■ Turning the power off (shut down)

In a system that includes the AW1600, turn the power of each device off in the following order.

1 The monitor system connected to the AW1600’s out-

put jacks

B The AW1600 itself

C External devices such as audio sources and effect

processors connected to the input/output jacks of the AW1600

When turning off the power of the AW1600, you must perform the following “shut-down” procedure.

Using the CURSOR [ ]/[ ] keys located

in the upper right of the top panel, move the cursor (the blinking area in the screen) to the YES button if you want to save the current song, or to the NO button if you do not want to save it. Then press the [ENTER] key.

When the “Now safe to turn off...” message

appears, turn off the [POWER] switch located on the rear panel.

IMPORTANT

CAUTION

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Chapter 2

Introducing the AW1600

This chapter describes the features of the AW1600, the name of each part and its function, and introduces terminology you need to know when using the AW1600.

Features of the AW1600

The AW1600 is an audio workstation that combines a digital mixer, multi-effect processor, hard disk recorder, sampler, and CD-RW drive. The following diagram shows the signal ﬂow within the AW1600.

INPUT jacks 1–8

DIGITAL

STEREO IN jack

Input channels 1–8

×2

Tr ack channels 1–16 Return channels 1/2 Pad channels 1–4

Buses L/R AUX buses 1/2 Effect buses 1/2

×8

Stereo buses L/R

×2

Stereo output channel

Mixer

×2

×2 ×2

Metronome

×2

Sound clip

STEREO/AUX OUT jacks DIGITAL STEREO OUT jack MONITOR OUT jacks PHONES jack

Effect 1

Internal effects

Effect 2

Introducing the AW1600

Recorder input

1 2 3 4

Quick loop sampler

patching

×2 ×16 ×16

Recorder

Data Backup/

WAV File Import

CD Play

CD Write

Restore

CD-RW drive

Now let’s take a more detailed look at each section of the AW1600.

■ Mixer section

● Full-ﬂedged mixer with 36 input channels

The AW1600 contains a digital mixer with a total of 36 input channels, including analog inputs x 8, stereo digital input x 1, recorder tracks x 16, and effect returns x 2. Audio quality is guaranteed by 24-bit AD/DA and 32-bit internal processing. A Hi-Z input jack for directly connecting an electric guitar or bass is also provided.

● Totally redesigned operation

The AW1600 is designed to be operated directly by the musician (guitarist, vocalist, drummer etc.). With a minimum number of steps, you can assign input signals to tracks, switch the monitor signal, and record with effects, EQ, and dynamics processing applied.

● Four-band EQ and dynamics processors on each channel

Four-band full-parametric EQ and dynamics processing is provided on virtually every channel. You can recall the desired preset from the library, and use the panel knobs and keys to quickly adjust the settings.

● Two high-quality multi-effect units are built-in

The two built-in effect units deliver a wide variety of effects including spatial-type effects such as reverb and delay, modulation type effects such as chorus and ﬂanger, and guitar-type effects such as distortion and amp simulation. These effects can be used either via send/return, or inserted into a desired channel.

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Features of the AW1600

■ Recorder section ■ Quick Loop Sampler section

● 8-track Simultaneous Recording & 16-track

Simultaneous Playback (16-bit songs)

You can record multiple tracks of instruments one by one, or set up multiple mics to record a drum set or a live per-

formance by an entire band. A stereo track for direct mix-

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down of all 16 tracks is also provided, letting you manage the multi-track audio and the two-track mix as a single package of data. For the multi-tracks as well as the stereo track, you can use eight virtual tracks for each track. When recording parts or during mixdown, you can switch virtual tracks to record multiple takes, and select the best take later. The “bit depth” (number of quantization bits) of the audio data recorded on each track can be set to 16 or 24 bits for each individual song. 16-bit songs allow simultaneous recording of up to 8 tracks, and simultaneous playback of up to 16 tracks. A maximum of eight 24-bit song tracks can be recorded or played simultaneously (→ p. 143).

● Versatile editing functionality

Audio data recorded on a track can be copied, moved, or edited using a variety of commands. You can make detailed edits, or even make radical changes to the structure of the song by using the same riff repeatedly or increasing the number of choruses. “Time Compression” lets you compress or expand the time axis of the audio data in a range of 50%–200%. “Pitch Change” lets you modify the pitch in a range of one octave upward or downward. You can use the Undo function to reverse the results of as many as the last ﬁfteen editing operations.

● A variety of Locate methods, and auto punch-in/out

Seven locate points (start/end, relative zero, A/B, in/out) and 99 markers can be assigned at any desired point in the song, for quick access via Locate operations. Auto punchin/out and A-B repeat playback functions are also provided. The AW1600 also has a metronome that follows the tempo map.

The AW1600 has a built-in pad-type sampler. You can assign sixteen stereo waveforms to the four pads with sample banks. Audio tracks from the hard disk, or WAV ﬁles from a CD-ROM disc or computer can be loaded. The timing at which each pad is pressed can be recorded on a dedicated pad track, and edited later. Drum phrases from the sample library can be assigned to pads, and you can then record pad operations to use this function as a simple rhythm machine. The maximum polyphony is four stereo notes, and the maximum playback time is a total of approximately 47 seconds (approximately 29 seconds in 24-bit songs) of stereo for the entire Quick Loop Sampler.

■ CD-RW drive

A dedicated CD-RW drive is installed in the AW1600. You can produce an audio CD from the stereo tracks of the songs recorded on the hard disk. Markers assigned within a song can also be used as the track numbers of the CD. You can even use advanced techniques such as assigning more than one track number within a single song. The CD-RW drive can also be used to backup/restore songs, to play back audio CDs, and to load WAV data from a CD-ROM.

■ Connecting to a Computer

The AW1600 can be directly connected to a computer via the built-in USB interface. This allows WAV-format audio ﬁles to be copied between the AW1600 and computer for convenient management and processing in computerbased applications, and “backup” song ﬁles can be stored on the computer’s memory media.

● Sound Clip function

The Sound Clip function lets you record and play back an input signal without affecting the recorder tracks. You can use this as a sketch for your ideas for a song or arrangement.

● Vocal Editing with Pitch Fix

A Pitch Fix function is provided to allow precise adjustment of the pitch of a vocal track as well as the generation of chorus parts from a main vocal line. This feature can also be used to change the character of a vocal sound.

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AW1600 terminology

■ Paired tracks

■ Locate points/markers

Mixer section

■ Channels

Recorder section

■ Tracks

A location where data is recorded is called a “track.” The AW1600’s recorder section uses the following types of track.

● Audio tracks

The physical tracks used to record and play back audio data are called “audio tracks,” or simply “tracks.” The AW1600 has sixteen audio tracks. You can record eight tracks simultaneously, and play back 16 tracks simultaneously (16-bit songs).

● Stereo track

Independently from audio tracks 1–16, the AW1600 has a “stereo track” that records and plays a stereo audio signal. The stereo track is used mainly as a dedicated mixdown track for recording the ﬁnal mix.

● Virtual tracks

Each audio track 1–16 and the stereo track consists of eight tracks. Each of these eight tracks is called a “virtual track.” For the audio tracks and the stereo track, only one virtual track can be recorded or played at any time. However, you can switch virtual tracks to continue recording other takes while preserving the previously-recorded content. The diagram below shows the concept of virtual tracks. The horizontal rows indicate audio tracks 1–16, and the vertical columns correspond to virtual tracks 1–8. The shaded areas indicate the virtual track that is currently selected for recording or playback.

Audio tracks

AW1600 terminology

For audio tracks 9/10–15/16, adjacent pairs of tracks are handled by the mixer as a single unit. These pairs of tracks are referred to as “paired tracks.” A paired track can be used to record a stereo source, or a dual-guitar performance, etc.

Locations within a song that you speciﬁed in order to execute a function such as auto punch-in/out or A-B repeat playback are called “locate points.” Locate points include the in/out points and the A/B points, and you can use the keys of the Locate section to move instantly to these points. Independently of the locate points, you can assign “markers” at desired locations within a song so that you will be able to ﬁnd these locations quickly. The AW1600 lets you set up to ninety-nine markers (1–99). By using the keys of the Locate section you can move instantly to the previous or next marker.

A signal route that processes a single signal within the mixer and sends it to various sections is called a “channel.” The mixer section of the AW1600 lets you use the following channels.

● Input channels 1–8

These apply EQ and dynamics processing to the signals that are input from MIC/LINE INPUT jacks 1–8, and send them to the recorder tracks or to the STEREO OUT jacks.

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Virtual tracksVirtual tracks

Stereo track

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

● Track channels 1–16

These channels apply EQ and dynamics processing to the audio playback signals from audio tracks 1–16 of the recorder, and send the signals to the stereo track and the STEREO OUT jacks. You can also perform “bounce recording” by sending these channels to different tracks.

● Return channels 1/2

These channels send the return signals from the internal effects to the stereo track and the STEREO OUT jacks.

● Pad channels 1–4

These channels apply EQ and dynamics processing to the playback of Quick Loop Sampler pads 1–4, and send the signals to the stereo track and the STEREO OUT jacks.

● Stereo output channel

This applies EQ and dynamics processing to the signal of the stereo bus (which combines the signals of the various channels), and sends it to the stereo track or to the STEREO OUT jacks. The same signal is also output from the MONITOR OUT jacks and from the PHONES jack.

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AW1600 terminology

■ Paired channels

For track channels 9/10–15/16, pad channels 1–4, and return channels 1/2, the parameters (except for pan and phase) are always linked for adjacent pairs of channels. These are called “paired channels.”

For input channels 1–8 and track channels 1–8, you can also switch two adjacent odd-numbered/even-numbered

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channels to function as paired channels. The parameters (except for pan and phase) of paired channels will be linked, so that adjusting one parameter will cause the same parameter of the other channel to follow.

■ Buses

A signal route that mixes the signals from multiple channels and send them to an output jack or recorder track input is called a “bus.” Unlike channels, which handle only a single signal, a bus can combine multiple signals into one or two, and send them to a destination. (The term “bus” comes from the vehicle that carries numerous people simultaneously.) The AW1600’s mixer section lets you use the following buses.

● Stereo bus

This mixes the input signals to stereo, and sends them via the stereo output channel to the stereo track of the recorder or to the STEREO OUT jacks.

● AUX buses 1/2

These combine the signals from the various track, input, return, and pad channels, and output them via the STEREO/AUX OUT jacks to an external device. Use these when you will use an external effect processor, or to create a mix differing from the stereo channel for musicians to monitor.

● Effect buses 1/2

These combine the signals from the track, input, return, and pad channels, and input them to built-in effects 1 and

2. (However, it is not possible for the return channel 1/2

signals to be returned to the input of the same effect.)

● Buses L/R

These combine the signals of track, input channels, and send them to recorder track inputs.

Quick Loop Sampler section

■ Sample banks and samples

In the Quick Loop Sampler section you can assign stereo waveforms to the four pads, and strike the pads to play them back. These stereo waveforms are called “samples.” The memories to which the samples are assigned are called “sample banks,” and each pad provides four sample banks (A–D).

■ Pad track

The AW1600 can realtime-record and play back your strikes on the pads. The memory that records these pad operations is called the “pad track.” Unlike the tracks that record audio, the pad track simply records the timing at which you “pressed a pad” or “released a pad.”

Overall

■ Songs

The smallest unit by which the AW1600 manages a composition is called a “song.” When you save a song on the hard disk, all data necessary for reproducing that song will be saved; i.e., not just the audio data, but also mixer settings and the samples used by the quick loop sampler. You can return to the original state at any time by loading the saved song.

■ Scenes and scene memories

A “scene” is a stored set of settings for the mixer section and effects. The area of memory that holds the scenes is called “scene memory,” and 96 scenes can be stored for each song. Scene memories are saved on the hard disk as part of the song.

■ Libraries

A “library” is an area of memory that stores individual settings such as for EQ or dynamics. The AW1600 has separate libraries for EQ, dynamics, effect, channel, input, and mastering settings. Each library is saved on the hard disk as part of the song.

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■ Tempo map

The “tempo map” records changes in tempo and time signature that occur during the course of a song. The tempo map is saved on the hard disk as part of the song.

■ System data

Various global settings that apply to all songs are collectively referred to as “system data.” System data is stored on the hard disk independently of the individual songs.

Parts of the AW1600 and what they do

This section explains the names and functions of the various items on the AW1600’s top panel, rear panel, and front panel.

Top panel

Display (P. 18)

Selected Channel section (P. 19)Input/output section (P. 17)Work Navigate section (P. 18)

Data entry/control section (P. 20)

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Quick Navigate section (P. 18)

Quick Loop Sampler section (P. 18)

■ Input/output section

1 [GAIN] knobs 1–8

These adjust the sensitivity of the signals that are input from the rear panel MIC/LINE INPUT jacks 1–8.

B [INPUT SEL] keys 1–8

These keys select the mixer input channel that you will operate.

HINT

• Pressing and holding an [INPUT SEL] key will display the INPUT SETTING popup window, allowing you to make settings for the corresponding input channel.

Mixer section (P. 19)

Tr ansport section (P. 21)

Locate section (P. 20)

C [MONITOR/PHONES] knob

This knob adjusts the level of the signal that is output from the MONITOR OUT jacks and the PHONES jack.

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■ Work Navigate section

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1 [SONG] key

This key accesses the SONG screen, where you can save or load songs, and perform the shut-down procedure.

B [CD] key

This key accesses the CD screen, where you can write or play an audio CD, and backup or restore data.

C [TRACK] key

This key accesses the TRACK screen, where you can check whether each track contains data, and switch the virtual tracks that will be used for recording and playback.

D [EDIT] key

This key accesses the EDIT screen, where you can copy or erase tracks.

E [REMOTE] key

This key accesses the REMOTE screen, where you can use the front panel faders and [TRACK SEL] keys to control an external MIDI device or sequencer software on your computer.

F [UTILITY] key

This key accesses the UTILITY screen, where you can make MIDI, oscillator, and digital input settings, and format the hard disk.

■ Quick Navigate section

■ Display

This is a backlit liquid crystal display that indicates the current operating status or the settings of the various parameters. The screens that are displayed will depend on the front panel keys and knobs that are operated.

1 [RECORD] key

This key accesses the RECORD screen, where you can quickly assign the signal to be recorded to the input of each track, and make settings for recording.

B [MONITOR] key

This key accesses the MONITOR screen, where you can quickly select the signal to be monitored, or switch the stereo track playback on/off.

1 Access indicator

This indicator indicates the access status of the internal hard disk. When the hard disk is being read or written, this indicator will light.

CAUTION

•Never turn off the power of the AW1600 when the access indicator is lit. Doing so will not only damage the data on the internal hard disk, but may also damage the hard disk itself. When you want to turn off the power of the AW1600, you must perform the shutdown procedure (

→

p. 11).

B Contrast

Adjusts the brightness of the display.

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1 [SELECT] key

Hold down this key and press a pad 1–4 to select a pad for operations.

B Pads 1–4

Each of these pads plays back the sample that has been assigned to it.

C [SAMPLE EDIT] key

This key accesses the SAMPLE screen, where you can make settings and perform operations for the quick loop sampler.

■ Mixer section

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1 [TRACK SEL] keys 1–8 B [TRACK SEL] keys 9/10–15/16 C [STEREO SEL] key

Use these keys to select the mixer track channels or recorder tracks that you want to control.

■ Selected Channel section

1 [EQ] knob

Turning this knob will adjust the EQ (equalizer) gain for the currently selected channel. You can press this knob to access the EQ screen, where you can adjust all of the EQ settings.

B [DYN] knob

Turning this knob will adjust the dynamics depth for the currently selected channel. You can press this knob to access the DYN screen, where you can adjust all of the dynamics settings.

D Faders 1–8 E Faders 9/10–15/16

Normally, these faders adjust the playback level of each recorder track. By changing the internal settings, you can also use these faders to control the input levels of input channels 1–8 and pads 1–4.

F [STEREO] fader

This adjusts the output level of the stereo bus.

C [EFFECT 1] knob D [EFFECT 2] knob

Turning these knobs will adjust the amount of signal that is sent from the currently selected channel to the internal effects 1 and 2 (i.e., effect send levels 1 and 2). You can press these knobs to access the EFF1 or EFF2 screens, where you can adjust the parameters of the internal effects.

E [PAN/BAL] knob

Turning this knob will adjust the pan of the currently selected channel (or the balance of the stereo output channel). You can press this knob to access the PAN screen, where you can adjust pan for multiple channels.

F [HIGH] key G [HI-MID] key H [LO-MID] key I [LOW] key

These keys select one of the four EQ bands (HIGH, HIMID, LO-MID, LOW) to be adjusted.

J [VIEW] key

This key accesses the VIEW screen, where you can check the level of each channel, or perform on-screen adjustments to the faders and other mix parameters of each channel.

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■ Data entry/control section

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1 [UNDO/REDO] key

This key cancels the results of a recording or track editing operation (Undo), or re-executes a cancelled operation (Redo).

B [SCENE] key

This key accesses the SCENE screen, where you can save or recall scene memories.

C [JOG ON] key

This key is an on/off switch for the Nudge function (→ p. 71) which uses the [DATA/JOG] dial ( function is on, the key will light.

5). When this

D [CURSOR] keys ([ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] keys)

These keys move the cursor in the screen (the blinking frame) to select a speciﬁc item.

E [DATA/JOG] dial

Use this dial to change the value of a parameter. If the [JOG ON] key ( function.

3) is on, this dial operates the Nudge

F [ENTER] key

Use this key to operate a button displayed in the screen, or to execute a speciﬁc function.

HINT

• This key will light if Undo can be performed.

• If you press and hold this key, the UNDO LIST screen will appear. Here you can turn the [DATA/JOG] dial to revert as many as the last ﬁfteen operations (

→

p. 61).

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1 [SOUND CLIP] key

This key accesses the CLIP screen, where you can record or play sound clips.

B [AUTO PUNCH] key

This key switches the audio punch-in/out function on/off, letting you automate recording.

C [REPEAT] key

This key switches the A-B repeat function on/off, letting you repeatedly play a speciﬁed region.

D MARK SEARCH [ ]/[ ] keys

These keys search for markers placed within the song.

E [IN]/[OUT] keys

These keys specify the points at which auto punch-in/out recording will begin (the In point) and end (the Out point). These keys can also be used as locate keys to move directly to the In point or Out point.

F [A]/[B] keys

These keys specify the points at which the Repeat function will begin (point A) and end (point B). These keys can also be used as locate keys to move directly to point A or point B.

G [MARK] key

This key places a mark at the current location of the song.

H [SET] key

Use this key in conjunction with the [IN]/[OUT] keys or the [A]/[B] keys to register the current location as a locater.

I [CANCEL] key

Use this key in conjunction with the [IN]/[OUT] keys or the [A]/[B] keys to cancel a locater that you registered.

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■ Transport section

1 RTZ [ ] key

This key moves directly to the relative zero time location. Used in conjunction with the [SET] key, this registers the current location as the relative zero time.

HINT

• Broadly speaking, the times displayed in the AW1600’s counter can be either absolute time (ABS) or relative time (REL). The absolute time zero location is ﬁxed, but the relative time zero location can be freely speciﬁed.

B REW [ ] key

This key rewinds the current location. Each time you press this key, you will alternate between 8x speed and 16x speed.

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C FF [ ] key

This key fast-forwards the current location. Each time you press this key, you will alternate between 8x speed and 16x speed.

D STOP [■] key

This key stops playback, recording, fast-forward, or rewind.

E PLAY [ ] key

If you press this key while the recorder is stopped, playback will begin. If you press this key during fast-forward or rewind, normal-speed playback will begin. If you press this key during recording, recording will stop and playback will resume (“punch-out”).

F REC [●] key

If you hold down this key and press the PLAY [ ] key while the recorder is stopped, recording will begin. If you hold down this key and press the PLAY [ ] key during playback, you will switch from playback to recording (“punch-in”).

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Rear panel

1 MIC/LINE INPUT jacks 1–8

(XLR/TRS Phone)

These balanced input jacks accept both XLR-3-31 and TRS phone plug type connectors. Nominal input sensitivity can be adjusted from –46 dBu to +4 dBu. Just about any type of balanced source can be connected here – microphones, direct boxes, or the output from equipment with balanced line-level outputs. Unbalanced lines with standard phone plug connectors can be directly connected to the TRS inputs. Connector wiring is as shown below.

Male XLR connector

1/4" TRS phone plug

1 (ground)

Ring (cold)

3 (cold)

2 (hot)

Tip (hot)

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B MIC/LINE INPUT jack 8 (Hi-Z)

This is a high impedance 1/4" phone input jack (unbalanced). The nominal input level is –46 to +4 dBu. An instrument with high output impedance such as an electric guitar or bass with passive-type pickups can be connected here.

C STEREO/AUX OUT jacks

These are 1/4" phone output jacks (unbalanced) that output the signals of the stereo bus or AUX bus 1/2.

D MONITOR OUT jacks

These are 1/4" phone output jacks (unbalanced) for connection to your monitor setup, such as a stereo system or powered speakers.

E PHONES jack

This is a 1/4" TRS phone output jack for connecting your headphones for monitoring.

Sleeve (ground)

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F USB Connector

This connector allows the unit to be directly connected to a USB-equipped computer via a standard USB cable (compatible with USB 2.0). When the USB Storage mode is selected WAV ﬁles and song ﬁles can be transferred between the AW1600 and the computer. In the “normal”

mode the USB connection can be used for MIDI control. The USB interface does not directly handle audio signals.

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NOTE

• The USB interface cannot be directly connected to external hard disks or CD-R/RW drives.

• The AW1600 can be connected to either a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 interface, but data transfer will be slower if a USB 1.1 interface is used.

• When connecting via USB 2.0 be sure to use a cable speciﬁed for USB 2.0 use.

• The USB MIDI driver provided on the supplied CD-ROM must be properly installed to allow MIDI message transmission and reception.

• When connecting USB cables, make sure to connect the AW1600 directly to a computer without USB hub.

Caution when using the USB connector

You must observe the following points when connecting the AW1600 to your computer via the USB connector. If you fail to observe these points, your computer or the AW1600 may stop operating (“hang up”), causing data to be corrupted or lost. If the computer or the AW1600 stops working, turn the power off and then on again, and restart the computer.

• Before connecting the computer via the USB connector, disable the power management mode (suspend/sleep/standby/hibernate) on your computer.

• Connect the USB connector to the computer before you power-on the AW1600.

•Execute the following before turning the power to the AW1600 on/off, connecting/disconnecting the USB cable, or turning the USB Storage mode on/ off.

• Close all application programs.

• If the USB Storage mode is off, make sure that data is not being transmitted from the AW1600.

• If the USB Storage mode is engaged, make sure that reading and writing ﬁles is not in progress.

• If the USB Storage mode is engaged, safely remove the AW1600 from the Windows taskbar or drag the AW1600 icons from the Macintosh desktop to the trash after closing all AW1600 windows.

• Leave an interval of at least six seconds between powering the AW1600 on and off, or between disconnecting and connecting the USB cable.

G DIGITAL STEREO IN/OUT jacks

These jacks allow direct transfer of digital audio between the AW1600 and DAT recorders, MD (MiniDisc) recorders, CD recorders, and other consumer-format digital audio gear. These connectors conform to the IEC-60958 standard.

H FOOT SW jack

A separately sold foot switch (Yamaha FC5) can be connected here to control transport operations such as start/ stop, or to perform punch-in/out.

NOTE

• The appropriate operation may not occur if you use a foot switch other than the Yamaha FC5 (or equivalent).

• Does not function when the MTC MODE is “SLAVE” or while the REW[ ], FF[ ], or [JOG ON] key is being used.

• When a record track is assigned in the RECORD screen the functions are switched in the following order: PLAY[ ] → Punch In → Punch Out → STOP[ however, the order becomes Punch In → STOP[

■

]. When Auto Punch-in/Out is engaged,

■

I MIDI IN connector J MIDI OUT/THRU connector

These connectors allow MIDI messages to be exchanged with external devices. MIDI IN receives MIDI messages. MIDI OUT/THRU can be internally switched to function either as a MIDI OUT jack (which transmits MIDI messages generated within the AW1600) or MIDI THRU jack (which re-transmits messages that are received at the MIDI IN jack).

K PHANTOM +48V CH1–4 and CH5–8 Switches

Independent phantom power switches are provided for the XLR-type MIC/LINE INPUT connector groups 1 through 4 (CH1–4) and 5 through 8 (CH5–8). Turn phantom power to the appropriate connectors ON when using one or more phantom-powered condenser microphones.

CAUTION

• Be sure to turn the phantom power switches off when phantom power is not required.

• Make sure that no equipment other than phantom-powered microphones is connected to the XLR inputs of the input group for which phantom power is turned on. Applying phantom power to devices that are not phantom-powered can cause damage. Balanced dynamic microphones, however, can usually be connected without adverse effect.

•To prevent speakers damage turn power ampliﬁers (or powered speakers) off when switching phantom power on or off. It’s also a good idea turn all master faders and output volume controls down to minimum. The noise generated when phantom power is switched on or off can damage system components and may even cause hearing damage if ampliﬁed to sufﬁciently high levels.

L Ground Screw

For maximum safety the ground screw should be properly connected to a conﬁrmed ground point. Proper grounding will also ensure minimum hum, noise, and interference.

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M POWER switch

CAUTION

This switches the power between ON and STANDBY.

NOTE

• When switching the power of the AW1600 between ON and STANDBY, you must follow the “Turning the power on/off” ( p. 11) procedures described.

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N DC IN connector

Connect the included AC adaptor (PA-300) to this connector.

• Use only the included AC adaptor (PA-300) for this unit. Using other types may be a ﬁre and electrical shock hazard.

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■ CD-RW drive

1 Eject switch

This switch ejects the disc tray.

B Eject hole

This hole allows you to open the disc tray manually.

C Access indicator

This indicator will light while the CD inserted in the drive is being accessed.

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Basic operation on the AW1600

This section explains basic operations on the AW1600.

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Viewing the display

The display of the AW1600 shows the following information.

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1 Screen name

This is the name of the currently selected screen.

B Selected channel

This indicates the mixer channel that is selected for operations. The display has the following signiﬁcance.

• TRACK 1–8.......................Track channels 1–8

• TRACK 9/10–15/16...........Track channels 9/10–15/16

• INPUT 1–8 ........................Input channels 1–8

• STEREO ...........................Stereo output channel

•PAD 1–4............................Pad channels 1–4

Operating the knobs or keys of the Selected Channel section will edit the parameters of the channel that is selected here.

C Counter (left side)

This indicates the current location within the song. When the AW1600 is in the default state, this counter will indicate the absolute time (the time from where you began recording the song) in units of hours/minutes/seconds/milliseconds. At the left of this value is displayed the locate point or marker that was passed most recently.

D Counter (right side)

This indicates the current location within the song in units of measures/beats. The measures/beats are calculated according to the tempo and time signature speciﬁed in the tempo map for the song. The current tempo and time signature are displayed at the left of this value.

E Main screen

The information displayed in this area will depend on the key that was last pressed. The following types of object are displayed in the main screen.

● Cursor

The blinking frame within the display is called the “cursor.” When an object in the screen is enclosed by the cursor, that object is selected for operations.

● Buttons

Buttons in the display are used to switch a parameter on/off, to select one of multiple choices, or to execute a speciﬁc function. A button that is currently on will be displayed in black with white text. A button that is currently off will be displayed in white with black text.

● Knob/fader/parameter display area

The knob/fader/parameter display area within the display is used to edit the value of the corresponding parameter.

Knob fader parameter

● Page display area

Most screens are divided by function into two or more “pages.” The page display area lists the pages that can be selected within that screen. The name of the currently selected page is highlighted.

display area

Accessing a screen/page/channel

When you want to edit an internal setting of the AW1600, or to edit a parameter that cannot be operated by a fader or knob shown in the display, you will need to access the desired screen and page.

Press the key or knob for the desired

screen.

The keys and knobs of various sections listed below have their own screens, and the corresponding screen will be displayed when you press a key or knob.

• All keys in the Work Navigate section

• All keys in the Quick Navigate section

• The [VIEW] key of the Selected Channel section

• All knobs of the Selected Channel section

• The [SAMPLE EDIT] key of the Quick Loop Sampler section

HINT

• When you switch screens, the page that was last used in that screen will be displayed.

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To switch pages within a screen, you can

Inputting text

6 7

3 4

• If you want to add characters to a name that has less than the maximum number of characters, move the cursor to the INS button and press the [ENTER] key to insert “_”, then change the name as required.

either repeatedly press the same key as in step 1, or hold down the same key as in step 1 and use the CURSOR [ ]/[ ] keys.

If there are more pages than can be shown in one screen, an arrow like the following will appear in the page display area. This arrow means that one or more additional hidden pages exist in that direction.

To access a hidden page, hold down the same key as in step 1, and press the [CURSOR] key of the same direction as the arrow.

In pages that display a list of parameters for multiple channels, the screen may be divided into a page for the input channels/pad channels and a page for the track channels, since not all of the parameters can be shown in a single screen. In this case, use the [INPUT SEL] keys, pads 1–4, or [TRACK SEL] keys to select the channels that you want to view.

Switching a button on/off

Here’s how to switch a button in the screen on/off.

Use the [CURSOR] keys to

move the cursor to the desired button in the screen.

Press the [ENTER] key.

The button will be switched on/ off.

If you move the cursor to a button that executes a speciﬁc function and then press the [ENTER] key, that function will be executed.

Editing a value in the display

Here’s how to edit the value of a fader, knob, or parameter shown in the display.

Use the [CURSOR]

keys to move the cursor to the desired fader, knob, or parameter value.

Turn the [DATA/JOG]

dial to edit the value.

Basic operation on the AW1600

When you create a new song or save a scene memory or library setting, a popup window will appear, allowing you to assign a name for the song or setting.

This popup window contains the following items and functions.

1 Text input box

This box lets you input characters, numerals, and symbols. When you save the data for the ﬁrst time, the box will contain a default name. You can input a scene/library name or song name of up to twelve characters.

B Text palette

This displays the characters, numerals, and symbols that can be input in the text input box.

C CANCEL button

If you move the cursor to this button and press the [ENTER] key, you will return to the previous screen without changing the name.

D OK button

If you move the cursor to this button and press the [ENTER] key, the scene/library will be saved or the new song will be created.

E button

If you move the cursor to this button and press the [ENTER] key, the character that is currently selected in the text input box will be switched between uppercase and lowercase.

F INS button

When you move the cursor to this button and press the [ENTER] key, an “_” (underscore) will be inserted at the location of the currently selected character (underlined), and subsequent characters will move one character backward.

G DEL button

When you move the cursor to this button and press the [ENTER] key, the currently selected character (underlined) will be deleted, and subsequent characters will move one character forward.

To assign a new name, use the [CURSOR] keys to move the cursor in the text input box to the character that you want to change, and turn the [DATA/JOG] dial to select a character. When you have ﬁnished inputting the name, move the cursor to the OK button and press the [ENTER] key to apply the new name.

NOTE

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Basic operation on the AW1600

Using the Selected Channel section

You can use the knobs and keys of the Selected Channel section to directly operate the mix parameters (EQ, dynamics, pan, etc.) of the currently selected channel.

Use the [TRACK SEL] keys, [INPUT SEL]

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keys, [STEREO SEL] keys, or pads 1–4 to select the channel that you want to operate.

When using the Selected Channel section, you must ﬁrst select the channel that you want to operate. The currently selected channel is indicated in the upper left of the screen.

The channels correspond to each key or pad as follows.

• [TRACK SEL] keys 1–8....Track channels 1–8

• [TRACK SEL]

keys 9/10–15/16................Track channels

9/10–15/16

• [INPUT SEL] keys 1–8......Input channels 1–8

• [STEREO SEL] key...........Stereo output channel

•Pads 1–4............................Pad channels 1–4

According to the parameter you want to

edit, turn the ﬁve knobs of the Selected Channel section.

The following items will change when you turn each knob.

Turn the [EQ] knob

This changes the amount of boost/cut for the selected EQ band. To select the EQ band, use the [HIGH], [HI-MID], [LO-MID], and [LOW] keys located at the right.

NOTE

• Simply turning the knobs of the Selected Channel section will not cause the screen to change.

• If you turn the [DYN] knob immediately after recalling a preset library that includes dynamics settings, multiple dynamics parameters will change simultaneously, affecting the way in which dynamics processing is applied. The depth of this change will depend on the library that is recalled.

If you want to access the screen for a

parameter and edit it in greater detail, press one of the ﬁve knobs or the [VIEW] button.

Pressing each knob or button will access the following screens.

Press the [EQ] knob

The EQ screen will appear.

Press the [DYN] knob

The DYN screen will appear.

Press the [EFFECT 1] knob

The EFF 1 screen will appear.

Press the [EFFECT 2] knob

The EFF 2 screen will appear.

Press the [PAN/BAL] knob

The PAN screen will appear.

Press the [VIEW] key

The VIEW screen will appear.

● EQ screen EDIT page

Turn the [DYN] knob

This changes the depth of dynamics processing.

Turn the [EFFECT 1] knob

This adjusts the level of the signal that is sent from that channel to internal effect 1. (If the stereo output channel is selected, this adjusts the return level from internal effect 1.)

Turn the [EFFECT 2] knob

This adjusts the level of the signal that is sent from that channel to internal effect 2. (If the stereo output channel is selected, this adjusts the return level from internal effect 2.)

Turn the [PAN/BAL] knob

This adjusts the pan of the signal that is sent from that channel to the stereo bus. (If the stereo output channel is selected, this adjusts the balance of the left and right channels.)

Move the cursor in the screen to the

desired parameter, and use the [DATA/JOG] dial or the [ENTER] key to operate the parameter.

NOTE

• If you change individual parameters in the DYN screen, the parameter that you operate last will be assigned to the [DYN] knob.

• If you want to return to the state in which turning the [DYN] knob will adjust multiple parameters simultaneously, you must once again recall the library containing the dynamics settings you recalled prior to editing in the DYN screen.

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Listening to the demo song

When the AW1600 is shipped from the factory, its hard disk contains a demo song. This chapter explains how to play back the demo song while you operate the faders and keys of the front panel.

Connect external devices and turn on the power

The following diagram shows a typical example of connections to the AW1600. Connect your mics, instruments, and external devices as shown in this diagram.

Rhythm machine

MONITOR OUT

Mics

INPUT 1–8

Synthesizer

SONG SCENE

REC

INPUT 8

PHONES

(HI-Z)

MUSIC

SYNTHESIZER

PRODUCTION

Sequencer

Sampling

Integrated Real-timeExternalControl

Surface

Modular

SynthesisPlug-in

System

DIGITAL STEREO OUT

DIGITAL STEREO IN

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Electric guitar/ Electric bass

DAT recorder, MD recorder, etc.

00.00.00.00

Monitor system

VOL VOL

Headphones

When you have ﬁnished making connections, turn on the power switch of each device in the following order.

1 External devices such as audio sources or effect

processors connected to the input/output jacks of the AW1600

B The AW1600 itself

C The monitor system connected to the output jacks of

the AW1600

After the opening screen, the following screen will appear.

When you turn on the power of the AW1600, the last-used song will be loaded automatically. When you turn on the power of the AW1600 with the factory settings, a blank song will be loaded, so you can start recording immediately.

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Loading the demo song

Here’s how to load the demo song from the hard disk.

In the Work Navigate section, press the

[SONG] key.

The SONG screen will appear, where you can save or

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load songs.

Either press the [SONG] key repeatedly or

hold down the [SONG] key and use the CURSOR [ ]/[ ] keys to access the LIST page.

In this page, you can select a song on the hard disk, and load or delete it.

Turn the [DATA/JOG] dial to select the song

“The_Only_One.”

Move the cursor to the LOAD button in the

screen, and press the [ENTER] key.

A popup window like the following will appear. This window asks you whether you want to save the current song.

1 List

This area lists the songs that are saved on the hard disk. The line enclosed by the dotted frame in the center of the list indicates the song that is selected for operations. The highlighted line indicates the song that is currently loaded into the AW1600. (This is called the “current song.”)

NOTE

• Each row of the list will display the song name, data size, and bit depth (16/24 bit).

B SORT ﬁeld

These three buttons let you select how the songs in the list will be sorted. Choose the NAME button (sort alphabetically), OLD button (sort by save date), or SIZE button (sort by size).

Move the cursor to either YES (save the cur-

rent song) or NO (don’t save the current song), and press the [ENTER] key.

The song data will be loaded, and “The_Only_One” will become the current song.

NOTE

• If you select NO, any changes that you made to the current song since you last saved it will be lost.

“You’re the Only One”

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Playing the demo song

• The demo song uses the Scene function to switch the settings of the mixer. This means that playback will occur using the pre-speciﬁed balance — you do not need to operate the faders.

Here’s how to play back the demo song you loaded, and adjust the monitor level.

Playing the demo song

Either press the [VIEW] key repeatedly or

hold down the [VIEW] key and use the CURSOR [ ]/[ ] keys to access the VIEW screen METER page.

Press the PLAY [ ] key.

The demo song will begin playing, and the level of each track channel will be displayed in the METER page of the VIEW screen.

To adjust the monitor level appropriately,

use the AW1600’s [MONITOR PHONES] knob and the volume control of your monitor system.

HINT

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The VIEW screen METER page contains meters that show the input level of each channel and the output level of the stereo output channel. It is convenient to display this page when you want to check the level of each track.

NOTE

• Make sure that the selected channel area at the upper left of the METER page indicates either TRACK 1–8 or TRACK 9/ 10–15/16. If neither of these are displayed, press either the [TRACK SEL] key 1–8 or 9/10–15/16.

Lower the AW1600’s [STEREO] fader to the

– inﬁnity position. Also make sure that the AW1600’s [MONITOR PHONES] knob and the volume of your monitor system are turned down.

To stop the song, press the STOP [■] key.

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Mixing the demo song

When you play back a song, tracks 1–16 of the recorder are directly connected to track channels 1–8 and 9/10–15/16 of the mixer. The signals that pass through track channels 1–8 and 9/10–15/ 16 are sent to the stereo bus, routed through the stereo output channel, and sent from the STEREO/AUX OUT jacks or the MONITOR OUT jacks.

● Signal ﬂow during song playback

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Recorder section

Tr ac k 1

Tr ac k 2

Tr ac k 3

Tr ac k 4

Tr ac k 5

Tr ac k 6

Tr ac k 7

Tr ac k 8

Tr ac k 9

Tr ac k 10

Tr ac k 11

Tr ac k 12

Tr ac k 13

Tr ac k 14

Tr ac k 15

Tr ac k 16

Track

channels

Stereo bus

Stereo output channel

Mixer section

Tr ack channels 1–8 and 9/10–15/16 are directly controlled by the faders and [TRACK SELECT] keys of the panel. Here’s how you can adjust the mix level of each track channel and switch it on/ off while the song plays back.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

PRECAUTIONS

Contents

Before you start

Introduction

Remember to back up your data

About the built-in CD-RW drive

Using the CD-RW drive

Connecting the AC adaptor

Turning the power on/off

Introducing the AW1600

Features of the AW1600

AW1600 terminology

Mixer section

Recorder section

Quick Loop Sampler section

Overall

Parts of the AW1600 and what they do

Top panel

Rear panel

Front panel

Basic operation on the AW1600

Viewing the display

Accessing a screen/page/channel

Inputting text

Switching a button on/off

Editing a value in the display

Using the Selected Channel section

Listening to the demo song

Connect external devices and turn on the power

Loading the demo song

Playing the demo song

Mixing the demo song