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MOTU 896HD User Manual

MOTU 896HD
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MOTU 896HD
Users Guide for Windows
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Table of Contents

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MOTU 896HD Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAudio Interface
Sample RateUp to 192kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
ConnectivityFireWire
Digital I/OADAT, S/PDIF
MIDI I/OYes
Phantom PowerYes
Preamps8
Operating System CompatibilityMac OS, Windows
Audio Channels8

Summary

Safety Precautions and Electrical Requirements

Important Safeguards

Lists essential safety and operating instructions for the MOTU 896HD, covering general warnings and specific precautions.

Quick Reference: 896HD Front Panel

Front Panel Metering

Describes the 10-segment LED meters for analog inputs, programmable meters, and main outs on the front panel.

Input Trims and Phantom Power

Explains the analog input trim knobs and the 48V phantom power switch for microphone preamps.

Monitor and Headphone Controls

Details the MONITOR LEVEL knob for controlling mix bus volume and the headphone output.

Quick Reference: 896HD Rear Panel

Rear Panel Connectors

Details all physical input and output connectors on the 896HD rear panel, including analog, ADAT, and AES/EBU.

Quick Reference: MOTU FireWire Audio Console

Console Settings Overview

Explains how to access and use the MOTU FireWire Audio Console for interface settings.

About the 896HD

Overview

Provides a general description of the 896HD's features, I/O capabilities, and system architecture.

Packing List and Windows System Requirements

Packing List

Lists all the items included in the 896HD hardware package.

Windows System Requirements

Specifies the minimum and recommended hardware and operating system requirements for Windows.

Run the 896HD Software Installer First

Installing the 896HD Software

Instructions for installing the MOTU FireWire Audio Console and associated drivers.

What is ASIO?

Defines ASIO (Audio Streaming Input and Output) and its role in multi-channel audio.

Installing the 896HD Hardware

Connect the 896HD Interface

Step-by-step guide for connecting the 896HD to a computer via FireWire.

Connect Audio Inputs and Outputs

Details on making analog and digital audio connections to the 896HD.

Making Sync Connections

Explains how to synchronize the 896HD with other digital audio devices and time references.

MOTU FireWire Audio Console

Accessing the 896HD Settings

Describes how to open the MOTU FireWire Audio Console from various applications.

'General' Tab Settings

Details global settings that apply to all connected MOTU FireWire interfaces.

896HD Tab Settings

Explains specific settings for the 896HD interface within the console.

Cubase, Nuendo and Other ASIO Software

What is ASIO?

Defines ASIO (Audio Streaming Input and Output) and its importance for multi-channel audio.

Preparation

Outlines preparatory steps before configuring Cubase or Nuendo with the 896HD.

Choosing the MOTU FireWire ASIO Driver

Guides users on selecting the correct MOTU FireWire ASIO driver in their audio software.

Sonar and other WDM Software

WDM and Wave Driver Compatibility

Explains WDM drivers and compatibility with Windows audio applications.

Installing the MOTU FireWire Audio WDM Driver

Instructions for installing the WDM driver included with the 896HD software.

Reducing Monitoring Latency

Monitoring Live Input

Explains methods for monitoring live audio signals with the 896HD, with or without plug-ins.

Adjusting the Audio I/O Buffer

Details how buffer size affects latency and CPU load when processing live audio.

CueMix DSP Hardware Monitoring

Describes using the 896HD's built-in CueMix DSP for zero-latency monitoring.

CueMix Console

Overview

Introduces CueMix Console, the virtual mixer for the 896HD's on-board mixing features.

CueMix Console Basic Operation

Explains the fundamental concepts and features for operating the CueMix Console.

Working with a Mix

Describes the components of each mix channel within the CueMix Console interface.

Performance Tips & Troubleshooting

Why does the start sound not play through the 896HD?

Troubleshoots playback issues, often related to sample rate mismatches.

The computer freezes when it starts up

Addresses computer startup freezes, potentially caused by WDM driver conflicts.

Audio in SONAR speeds up or slows down

Diagnoses audio timing issues in SONAR, often linked to incorrect sync settings.

Clicks and pops under word clock sync

Troubleshoots audio artifacts caused by incorrect word clock synchronization.

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