Steinberg MR816X Getting Started Manual

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■Setup window
This section explains the Setup window called up by clicking the SETUP icon ( ) at the left end of the main window. From 
this window, you can set basic parameters such as Sample Rate and Word Clock Source of the MR816 CSX/MR816 X. To 
close the Setup window, press the [X] button at the top left corner. 
NOTE
·The parameters on the Setup window can be set also in the Control Panel (page 30). This is convenient when you want to set the basic 
parameters...

Using a DAW other than Cubase
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Using a DAW other than Cubase
When using a DAW software other than Cubase, you can use the MR816 CSX/MR816 X simply as an audio interface having 
up to 16 input/output channels. Link-related functions such as quickly routing the input channel to an audio track of Cubase 
(page 9) are not available, but the following additional functions are available with the use of the MR Editor.
● Producing monitor mixed sound
The MR Editor lets you produce the...

Using multiple MR816 CSX/MR816 Xs
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Using multiple MR816 CSX/MR816 Xs
Up to three MR816 CSX/MR816 Xs can be used simulta-
neously by connecting them in daisy-chain fashion to a 
computer via IEEE1394 cables. You can upgrade your 
music production system and add more audio input/out-
put channels simply by adding another MR816 CSX/
MR816 X. 
Even when multiple MR816 CSX/MR816 Xs are con-
nected, you can set parameters such as those for digital 
audio input/output, Sweet Spot Morphing...

Using the MR816 CSX/MR816 X without a computer
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Using the MR816 CSX/MR816 X without 
a computer
Using the MR Editor on a computer enables you to store mixing balance and other related settings to the MR816 CSX/
MR816 X. This settings are available even if the power of the MR816 CSX/MR816 X is turned off and then back on again. 
Accordingly, you can use the MR816 CSX/MR816 X as a standalone mixer or D/A - A/D conver ter without the use of a com-
puter after the necessary settings on...

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Appendix
Hints when using audio data (Windows)
For optimum use of the audio functions, we recommend you make the following settings. These settings minimize possible 
audio problems, such as drop outs, glitches and noise.
●Set the DMA mode (high-speed transfer mode) of 
the hard disk to on
Windows Vista
Select [Control Panel] ➝ [Device Manager] (➝ [Continue] 
in the “User Account Control” window) ➝ “IDE ATA/ATAPI 
controllers”, then double-click “ATA Channel 0” and open...

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Troubleshooting
■If an error message appears:
·Refer to the Error Message List on page 49. 
■No sound is heard, or the sound is too faint.
Settings on the MR816 CSX/MR816 X and connections
·The connection cable from the external device may be broken.·Make sure that a signal from an external device or the DAW is 
being sent to the MR816 CSX/MR816 X’s input.
·Make sure to set the volume of the connected device to 
appropriate levels.
·Make sure to set the gain to an...

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·Try increasing the latency value of the Yamaha Steinberg FW 
Driver. 
·(For Windows) Refer to “Hints when using audio data (Win-
dows)” on page 45.
■Incorrect pitch.
Settings on the MR816 CSX/MR816 X and connections
·Confirm whether or not the master device of the word clock 
works in a stable way. 
·Make sure to set the Sample Rate of the MR816 CSX/
MR816 X to the same value as that of the synchronized exter-
nal audio device. 
■Word Clock Source lamps and Sample 
Rate...

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Specifications
Electrical Characteristics
Input and Output Specifications
General Specifications
Sample RateInternal  44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz
External 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz (± 0.1% respectively)
Total Harmonic Distortion GAIN: Minimum 0.004% or less (1 kHz @ +18 dB, into 600 Ω)
Frequency Response
(CH IN to LINE OUT)fs = 48 kHz 20 Hz–20 kHz, +1, -3 dB @ +4 dB, into 600 Ω
fs = 96 kHz 20 Hz–40 kHz, +1, -3 dB @ +4 dB, into 600 Ω
Dynamic Range
(SN ratio at the...

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Functions
*Specifications and descriptions in this Operation Manual are for information purposes only. Steinberg/Yamaha reserves the 
right to change or modify products or specifications at any time without prior notice. Since specifications, equipment or 
options may not be the same in every locale, please check with your Steinberg/Yamaha dealer. 
European models
Purchaser/user Information specified in EN55103-1 and EN55103-2.
Inrush current: 2.0 A (MR816 CSX), 2.0 A (MR816...

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Block Diagrams
■MR816 X
· When setting the MR816 X to the normal mode: 
8Analog In/Out, 8Digital In/Out, 16DAW In/Out
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MIC/LIN E IN PU TCH 1–8
IN SE RT I/O
GAI N
+48V
IN PU T XLR
IN PU T PH ON E S
BUS 1
BUS 2
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[–34dBu — +10dBu][–60dBu — –16dBu]
[+4dBu]
[–60 dBu]
[+4dBu]...