Yamaha RIO3224-D, RIO1608-D User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Keep This Manual For Future Reference.

Contents

PRECAUTIONS................................... 5

Introduction .................................... 7

Features .............................................................7

Firmware Updates..............................................7

Precautions for Rack Mounting ..........................7

Recessed Installation ..........................................8

About Dante .................................... 8

Controls and Functions.................... 9

Front Panel ........................................................9

Rear Panel........................................................12

About Connections ........................ 13

Accessories

(Please check the package contents.)

• Owner’s Manual

• AC power cable

• Dante Virtual Soundcard license code

Daisy Chain Network .......................................13

Star Network....................................................13

About Dante Controller....................................14

Head Amp Control ......................... 15

Control from an Rio-native Device ...................15

Control from a Device That Does Not

Feature Rio-Native Support ....................... 15

Head Amplifier Parameters That Can be

Monitored and Controlled ........................15

Troubleshooting ............................ 16

Troubleshooting ..............................................16

Messages .........................................................17

Specifications................................. 19

General Specifications......................................19

Analog Input Characteristics ............................20

Analog Output Characteristics .........................20

Digital I/O Characteristics ................................20

Digital Output Characteristics ..........................20

Dimensions......................................................21

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The above warning is located on the top of the unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

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.

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

1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during

lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.

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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 accessories 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 comply 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 devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does

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

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE)

Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America

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

Telephone : [phone]

Type of Equipment : I/O RACK

Model Name : Rio3224-D/Rio1608-D

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.

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

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT.
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the fol­lowing code:

GREEN-AND-YELLOW : EARTH
BLUE : NEUTRAL

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

The wire which is coloured GREEN-and-YELLOW must be connected
to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the
safety earth symbol or colored GREEN or GREEN-and-YELLOW.

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.

BROWN : LIVE

(FCC DoC)

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(3 wires)

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PRECAUTIONS

Power supply/Power cord

Do not open

Water warning

Fire warning

If you notice any abnormality

Power supply/Power cord

Location

Connections

Maintenance

Handling caution

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:

• 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.

• 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 supplied power cord/plug.
If you intend to use the device in an area other than in the one you purchased,
the included power cord may not be compatible. Please check with your Yamaha
dealer.

• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have
accumulated on it.

• Be sure to connect to an appropriate outlet with a protective grounding
connection. Improper grounding can result in electrical shock.

• This device contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the device or
attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way. 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 on it any containers (such as vases, bottles or glasses) containing
liquids which might spill into any openings. If any liquid such as water seeps
into the device, turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from
the AC outlet. Then have the device inspected by qualified Yamaha service
personnel.

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

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:

• 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.

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

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

• Do not block the vents. This device has ventilation holes at the rear 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.

• To avoid damage, do not install or store the device in a place subject to salty air
or corrosive gas or chemicals.

• 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. Even when the power
switch is turned off, electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum
level. When you are not using the product for a long time, make sure to unplug
the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

• If the device is mounted in an EIA standard rack, carefully read the section

“Precautions for Rack Mounting” on page 7. Inadequate ventilation can result in
overheating, possibly causing damage to the device(s), malfunction, or even
fire.

• 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.

• Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit. A burning item may fall
over and cause a fire.

• When one of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the power
switch and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet. Then have the device
inspected by Yamaha service personnel.

- The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged.

- It emits unusual smells or smoke.

- Some object has been dropped into the instrument.

- There is a sudden loss of sound during use of the device.

• If this device 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.

• Remove the power plug from the AC outlet when cleaning the device.

• Do not insert your fingers or hands in any gaps or openings on the device

• Avoid inserting or dropping foreign objects (paper, plastic, metal, etc.) into any

• Do not rest your weight on the device or place heavy objects on it, and avoid use

• Do not use speakers for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume

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(vents, etc.).

gaps or openings on the device (vents, 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.

excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.

level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any
hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

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Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or

Handling and Maintenance

Connectors

modifications to the device, or data that is lost or destroyed.

NOTICE

To avoid the possibility of malfunction/ damage to the
product, damage to data, or damage to other property,
follow the notices below.

• Do not use the device in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile
phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise, the device, TV, or radio may
generate noise.

• 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, damage to the internal components or
unstable operation.

• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the device, since this might
discolor the panel or keyboard.

• When cleaning the device, use a dry and soft cloth. Do not use paint thinners,
solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.

• Condensation can occur in the device due to rapid, drastic changes in ambient
temperature—when the device is moved from one location to another, or air
conditioning is turned on or off, for example. Using the device while
condensation is present can cause damage. If there is reason to believe that
condensation might have occurred, leave the device for several hours without
turning on the power until the condensation has completely dried out.

• The rubber feet included in this package can be attached to the bottom to prevent
slippage when it is to be used on a slippery surface.

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

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old
Equipment

This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents means that used electrical
and electronic products should not be mixed with
general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old
products, please take them to applicable collection
points, in accordance with your national legislation and
the Directives 2002/96/EC.

By disposing of these products correctly, you will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the
environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products, please
contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale
where you purchased the items.

[For business users in the European Union]

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your
dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European
Union]

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these
items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct
method of disposal.

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

Information

About copyrights

* Copying of the commercially available musical data including but not limited to

MIDI data and/or audio data is strictly prohibited except for your personal use.

About this manual

* The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this manual are for instructional

purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from those on your device.

* The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or

registered trademarks of their respective companies.

European Models
Inrush Current based on EN 55103-1:2009
4A (on initial switch-on)
3A (after a supply interruption of 5s)
Conforms to Environments: E1, E2, E3 and E4

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Introduction

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Yamaha Rio3224-D/Rio1608-D
I/O Rack. The Rio3224-D is a Dante-compatible I/O rack,
featuring 32 analog inputs, 16 analog outputs, and 8
AES/EBU outputs. The Rio1608-D is a Dante-compatible
I/O rack, featuring16 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs.
To take full advantage of the superior functions and
performance offered by the Rio3224-D/Rio1608-D, and to
extend the useful life of the product, be sure to read this
owner’s manual carefully before operation.

NOTE

• Where specifications for the Rio3224-D differ from the
Rio1608-D, this manual places specifications that apply
only to the Rio1608-D in curly brackets { } (e.g., [INPUT]
connectors 1-32 {1-16}).

• Unless otherwise noted, illustrations for the Rio3224-D are
used.

• If certain specifications are common to both the Rio3224-D
and Rio1608-D, both units are collectively called “Rio.”

Features

Long-distance Dante Network Capability

Low-latency, low-jitter audio can be transferred over
distances up to 100 meters* between devices via standard
Ethernet cables using the Dante network protocol. The Rio
can be used as a general-purpose I/O box for the Dante
network. Supported sampling rates are 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz,

88.2 kHz, and 96 kHz.

* Maximum practical distance may vary according to the cable used.

Remotely Controllable Internal Head
Amplifiers

Internal head amplifier parameters can be remotely
controlled from a compatible device.

Digital Outputs (Rio3224-D only)

The Rio3224-D features XLR-3-32 type balanced
connectors for AES/EBU format digital audio outputs.

Gain Compensation Function

If the Rio’s Gain Compensation function is enabled from a
supported device that lets you set gain compensation (such
as CL series products), the subsequent fluctuations in
analog gain will be compensated for by internal digital
gain. The audio signal will be output to a Dante network
with a gain level that was fixed immediately before the Gain
Compensation function was enabled. In this way, you can
set the gain individually for FOH and MONITOR even if
they share the same channel.

Firmware Updates

This product enables you to update the unit firmware to
improve operations, add functions, and correct possible
malfunctions. The following two types of firmware are
available for the unit.

• Unit’s firmware

• Dante module firmware

You must update each type of firmware separately.
Details on updating the firmware are available on the

following website:

http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/

For information on updating and setting up the unit, please
refer to the firmware update guide available on the website.

NOTE

When you update Dante firmware on the unit, be sure to
update Dante firmware on other Dante-compatible devices
connected to the Rio.

Precautions for Rack Mounting

This unit is rated for operation at ambient temperatures
ranging from 0 to 40 degrees Celsius. When mounting
the unit with other Rio unit(s) or other device(s) in an
EIA standard equipment rack, internal temperatures can
exceed the specified upper limit, resulting in impaired
performance or failure. When rack mounting the unit,
always observe the following requirements to avoid heat
buildup:

• If three or more Rio units are mounted without
space in the same rack, set the fan speeds to HIGH.

• If multiple units are mounted in the same rack with
their fan speeds set to LOW, leave a 1U rack space
between every two units. Also either leave the open
spaces uncovered or install appropriate ventilating
panels to minimize the possibility of heat buildup.

• When mounting the unit in a rack with devices such
as power amplifiers that generate a significant
amount of heat, leave more than 1U of space
between the Rio and other equipment. Also either
leave the open spaces uncovered or install
appropriate ventilating panels to minimize the
possibility of heat buildup.

• To ensure sufficient airflow, leave the rear of the rack
open and position it at least 10 centimeters from
walls or other surfaces. If the rear of the rack can’t be
left open, install a commercially available fan or
similar ventilating option to secure sufficient
airflow. If you’ve installed a fan kit, there may be
cases in which closing the rear of the rack will
produce a greater cooling effect. Refer to the rack
and/or fan unit manual for details.

Direct Audio In/Out With a Connected
Computer

Connecting the Rio with a standard Ethernet cable to a
computer that has a Dante Virtual Soundcard installed
enables you to directly input or output audio signals
without using an audio interface device.

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About Dante

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A

B

C

D

E

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50 mm

100 mm

Recessed Installation

If you want to recess the front panel surface of the device
from the front edge of the rack, you can adjust the position
of the rack mount br acket s to rec ess the d evice by 50mm or
100mm, as shown in the illustration below.

NOTE

When you install the brackets, use the same screws that
you just removed.

About Dante

This product features Dante technology as a protocol to
transmit audio signals. Dante is a network protocol
developed by Audinate. It is designed to deliver
multi-channel audio signals at various sampling and bit
rates, as well as device control signals over a Giga-bit
Ethernet (GbE) network. Dante also offers the following
benefits:

• It transmits up to 512 in/512 out, for a total 1024
channels (in theory) of audio over a GbE network.
(The Rio3224-D features 32 in/24 out with a 24/32-bit
resolution. The Rio1608-D features 16 in/8 out with a
24/32-bit resolution.)

• Dante-enabled devices will automatically configure their
network interfaces and find each other on the network.
You can label Dante devices and their audio channels
with names that make sense to you.

• Dante uses high accuracy network synchronization
standards to achieve sample-accurate playback with
extremely low latency and jitter. Five types of latency are
available on the Rio: 0.25 msec, 0.5 msec, 1.0 msec,

2.0 msec, and 5.0 msec.

• Dante supports redundant connections via primary and
secondary networks to defend against unforeseen
difficulties.

• Connecting a computer to Dante network over Ethernet
enables you to directly input or output audio signals
without using any audio interface devices.

By taking advantages of these benefits, you can skip any
complicated procedures to automate connections and
setups of Dante-enabled devices, remotely control I/O
racks or amplifiers from a mixing console, or make
multi-track recordings to a DAW, such as Nuendo, installed
on a computer in the network.

Visit Audinate website for more details on Dante.

http://www.audinate.com/

More information on Dante is also posted on the Yamaha
Pro Audio website:

http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/

NOTE

Please do not use the EEE function (*) of network switches in
a Dante network.
Although power management should be negotiated
automatically in switches that support EEE, some switches do
not perform the negotiation properly. This may cause EEE to
be enabled in Dante networks when it is not appropriate,
resulting in poor synchronization performance and occasional
dropouts.
Therefore we strongly recommend that:

• If you use managed switches, ensure that they allow EEE to
be disabled. Make sure that EEE is disabled on all ports used
for real-time Dante traffic.

• If you use unmanaged switches, make sure to not use
network switches that support the EEE function, since EEE
operation cannot be disabled in these switches.

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* EEE (Energy Efficient Ethernet) is a technology that reduces switch

power consumption during periods of low network traffic. It is also
known as Green Ethernet and IEEE802.3az.

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