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Akai DR16 pro

Akai DR16 pro
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HARD DISK RECORDER
Operators Manual
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
000218-4 Printed in Japan

Table of Contents

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Akai DR16 pro Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of Tracks/Channels16
Sampling Rate44.1 kHz
Bit Depth16-bit
Storage TypeHard Disk Drive (HDD)
MIDI I/OYes
Operating SystemProprietary
Video InputNo
Video OutputNo
Network ConnectivityNo
Power SupplyAC Adapter

Summary

Introduction

What is the DR16 pro?

Explains what the DR16pro is, a 16-track digital hard disk recorder and editor.

Features

Lists the key features and capabilities of the DR16pro, such as multitrack recording and digital mixing.

Front and Rear Panels

Front Panel Overview

Provides a detailed overview of the physical controls and features on the front of the DR16pro unit.

Rear Panel Overview

Details the various connectors and ports located on the back of the DR16pro unit.

Getting Around the DR16 pro

Operating Modes

Explains the different operational modes of the DR16pro, such as Normal, Sub-Menu, Mix, and Edit modes.

Operation and Display

Describes the DR16pro's display and operational elements, including status indicators and sub-menus.

Entering Time Values

Entering Time Values

Details how to input and display desired time values for locating and setting points within recordings.

Specifying InOut Points

Explains how to set 'in' and 'out' points, crucial for auto punch-in/out and editing operations.

Setting Up the DR16 pro

Locating the DR16 pro

Provides guidelines for positioning the DR16pro for optimal performance and ventilation.

Power Connection and OnOff

Instructions for connecting the power supply and operating the power switch for the DR16pro.

Recording

Sampling Frequency

Explains the importance of setting the sampling frequency and its impact on audio quality and recording time.

Input Source Configuration

Details how to select and configure analog and digital input sources for recording.

Punch-In Functions

Covers manual, footswitch, and automatic punch-in/out methods for recording.

Playback

Outputs Overview

Describes the various analog and digital outputs available for playback and monitoring.

Starting and Stopping Playback

Instructions for initiating and terminating playback operations using the unit's controls.

Special Play Keys

Explains the function of special keys like TO, OVER, FROM, and IN->OUT for precise playback control.

Mixer

Mixer Overview and Output Assignment

Introduces the 16-channel digital mixer and its output assignment modes (MULT, MIX).

Individual Channel Settings

Details how to adjust level, pan, and send settings for each mixer channel.

Snapshot Settings

Covers storing, recalling, and mapping mixer snapshots for automated mixing.

Projects

Creating a New Project

Guides users through the process of creating new project files on the hard disk.

Loading Project Files

Explains how to load existing project files from connected hard disks.

Deleting Project Files

Provides instructions for deleting project files to manage disk space.

Locate Functions

Locating to Specific Points

Describes how to locate to precise points using time entry and navigation controls.

Direct Locate Points

Explains storing and recalling up to nine direct locate points using the numeric keypad.

Stack Locate Points

Details storing and recalling up to 100 stack locate points using a two-digit number.

Editing

Editing Functions Overview

Introduces the nine available editing functions like copy, move, insert, and erase.

Undoing an Edit

Explains how to undo edits, allowing for experimentation and comparison.

Copy Function

Describes how to copy sections of audio to other tracks or locations.

Move Function

Details how to move sections of audio, leaving a gap in the source track.

Hard Disks

Choosing a Hard Disk

Provides guidance on selecting compatible and suitable hard disks for the DR16pro.

SCSI Connection and Termination

Explains SCSI connection principles, cables, IDs, and termination requirements.

Formatting and Erasing Disks

Covers the essential processes of formatting and erasing hard disks for the DR16pro.

Backup and Restore

Backup to SCSI Tape Drive

Instructions for backing up data to a SCSI tape drive for safety.

Restoring from SCSI Tape Drive

Details the process of restoring backed-up data from a SCSI tape drive.

Loading from DAT

Explains how to load data from a DAT recorder for backup or transfer.

Synchronization

SMPTEEBU Synchronization

Covers setting up synchronization using SMPTE/EBU timecode.

MIDI Synchronization

Explains how to synchronize with external MIDI devices using MTC, MMC, or MIDI Clock.

MasterSlave Operation Via RS422

Details master/slave operation using the RS422 interface.

Song Mode

Tempo Map Creation

Guides users on creating tempo maps for synchronized playback with sequencers.

Beat Map Creation

Explains how to create beat maps, specifying time signatures for songs.

Song Creation and Management

Covers selecting, naming, and setting the start time for songs.

Other Functions

System Setup

Allows control over features like AKAINET ID, Flash ROM save/load, and display settings.

Assigning MIDI Controllers

Details how to assign MIDI controllers for various functions like mute, level, pan, and sends.

Appendix

Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the DR16pro.

System Error Codes

Lists and explains various system error codes for troubleshooting.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Details MIDI message transmission and reception for controller and system functions.