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General| Bus Powered | No |
|---|---|
| Phantom Power | Yes |
| Bit Depth | 24-bit |
| Audio Interface Type | USB |
| Digital Inputs | 1 x S/PDIF |
| Digital Outputs | 1 x S/PDIF |
| Sample Rates | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz |
| USB | USB 2.0 |
| A/D Resolution | 24-bit |
| Analog Inputs | 8 x XLR-1/4" combo |
| MIDI I/O | 1 in, 1 out |
Covers warnings related to electrical shock, grounding requirements, and proper outlet usage.
Addresses precautions regarding heat, ventilation, and reducing the risk of fire or electrical shock.
Details the terms and conditions of the software license agreement.
Outlines the warranty period, terms, and exclusions for the hardware.
Explains FCC compliance for digital devices and potential interference.
Provides step-by-step instructions for Mac, Windows, and all users.
Details the requirements for mounting the 828 unit in a standard 19-inch rack.
Description of the physical controls on the front panel, including inputs, gain, and monitor controls.
Explanation of menu access, navigation buttons, and LCD display functions.
Description of all physical input and output connectors on the rear panel.
Overview of the 828's analog and digital I/O, universal connectivity, and mic/guitar inputs.
Details on analog I/O, DSP mixing, software control, and stand-alone operation.
Covers ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI, Word Clock, and Foot Switch interfaces.
Information on the LCD display, headphone outputs, control room features, and operation modes.
Lists the items included in the 828 package.
Specifies the necessary hardware and software for the 828.
Details on how and why to register the 828 product.
Explains using the 828 without installing drivers on macOS and iOS.
Covers the installer process, audio drivers, and latency performance.
Details ASIO driver support and Windows-specific driver information.
Covers WDM drivers, Host Buffer Size, Safety Offsets, and sample rate sync.
Information on using the CueMix 5 app and Performer Lite software.
Guidance on integrating the 828 with DAWs and other audio applications.
Instructions for setting up MIDI I/O on Windows and macOS.
Covers USB, iOS, typical setup, audio, and MIDI connections.
Details on clocking, foot switch, S/PDIF, optical, and word clock synchronization.
Explains mic/line/instrument inputs, phantom power, preamp gain, and pad settings.
Details on using mic inserts and TRS quarter-inch connections.
Covers main outputs, monitor A/B selection, and trim/gain controls.
Details on Pre/Post Fx switching and guitar re-amping.
Explains optical I/O, TOSLink format, and source selection.
Describes MIDI connections and configuring the MIDI OUT as THRU.
Briefly mentions clock synchronization for optical connections.
Explains phase lock, choosing a master clock, and sync scenarios.
Details on how to sync the 828 with S/PDIF devices.
Describes methods for syncing optical devices with the 828.
Explains how to resolve devices using word clock, including daisy-chaining.
Describes the front panel LCD, meters, lock icon, USB, and MIDI status.
Explains how to navigate menus and use the MENU, SELECT, and BACK buttons.
Details on controlling headphone volume, monitor volume, and preamp gain.
Covers headphone volume, preamp controls, and monitor volume.
Explains how to configure monitor groups and switch between monitor pairs.
Details on setting up and using the talkback feature.
Covers talkback settings like Latch, Level, Dim, and Mic Effects.
Instructions for turning the unit on and off.
Guidance on installing the software and obtaining the iOS app.
Ensures the 828 is connected and powered on before running CueMix 5.
Explains the layout and controls within the CueMix 5 Home tab.
Covers Sample Rate, Clock Source, Loopback, Input Meters, and other device settings.
Details Windows settings like Host Buffer Size, Safety Offsets, and Audio Streams.
Information on saving/loading presets and viewing version details.
Configures gain, pad, phase, and USB host send options for inputs.
Sets the format for Bank A optical ports (ADAT or TOSLink).
Enables and configures the foot switch input.
Displays level meters for S/PDIF inputs.
Manages monitor volume, A/B switching, monitor groups, and output trim.
Chooses the audio source for S/PDIF and Optical outputs.
Explains how to create and manage individual monitor mixes for output pairs.
Details available input sources for each mix, including analog, optical, and USB channels.
Describes EQ, Gate/Compressor access, channel naming, pan, mute, meter, fader, and solo.
Details on adjusting EQ bands, frequency, gain, Q, and filter types.
Information on accessing and configuring the compressor and gate processors.
Explains the four bands of parametric EQ, controls, and characteristics.
Describes the function and application of the gate and compressor effects.
Details on the Gate's Threshold, Attack, and Release parameters.
Explains the Compressor's Threshold, Ratio, Attack, and Release parameters.
Covers reverb settings like room size, pre-delay, damping, decay, and width.
Explains how to route input signals to the reverb processor.
Settings for mix input meters (pre/post-fader) and USB channels.
Information on saving/recalling device presets and using the CueMix 5 iOS app.
Displays connected MOTU devices and allows switching between them.
Covers connecting via IP address, virtual connections, and logging out.
Covers running CueMix 5, setting sample rate, and clock mode.
How to select the 828 in macOS and Windows audio software.
Explains monitoring latency and its causes.
Using the 828 mixer to bypass DAW monitoring for low latency.
Adjusting audio buffer size in host software, focusing on macOS.
Discusses buffer size impact on CPU and latency, and Windows settings.
Details on sending USB audio back to the computer via loopback channels.
Instructions for combining loopback audio with live inputs.
How to activate Optical Expander mode via the front panel or CueMix 5.
Ensuring proper clock resolution for optical connections.
Defines how optical inputs map to analog outputs at 1x sample rates.
Defines how optical inputs map to analog outputs at 2x sample rates.
Troubleshooting steps for the 828 not appearing in Audio MIDI Setup.
Steps to resolve issues with no audio passing through the 828.
Guidance for monitoring problems and latency.
Troubleshooting audio artifacts like clicks, pops, and drive issues.
Instructions for performing a factory reset and handling power cycling issues.
Information on how to contact MOTU technical support via chat, call, or ticket.
Details on the information needed to effectively solve technical problems.
Technical specifications for microphone inputs, including XLR and TRS.
Technical specifications for line inputs, line outputs, and headphone outputs.
Technical specifications for S/PDIF, Word Clock, and power supply.
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