Steinberg UR816C User Manual

Operation Manual
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Steinberg UR816C Specifications

General

Type	Audio Interface
Number of Mic Preamps	8
Phantom Power	Yes
Sample Rate	192 kHz
Bit Depth	24-bit
MIDI I/O	Yes
A/D Resolution	24-bit/192kHz
Word Clock	Yes
OS Compatibility	Windows, macOS
Form Factor	Rackmount
Rack Spaces	1U
Analog Inputs	8 x XLR/TRS Combo
Analog Outputs	8 TRS
Digital Inputs	ADAT, S/PDIF
Digital Outputs	ADAT, S/PDIF
Power Supply	External PSU
Channels	16
Latency	Low Latency
Software	Cubase AI

Summary

Main Features Overview

16x16 USB 3.0 Audio Interface

High-speed audio interface with extensive input/output capabilities and 32-bit/192 kHz support.

True 32-bit Resolution

Supports 32-bit integer format for higher audio resolution and enhanced music production.

USB 3.0 & USB Type-C Connectivity

Features USB 3.0 SuperSpeed mode and a USB Type-C port for versatile computer connections.

dspMixFx Technology

Provides latency-free monitoring with built-in DSP effects powered by the SSP3 DSP chip.

SSPLL™ Jitter Reduction

Advanced technology for removing audio band jitter, ensuring reliable clock synchronization.

Panel Controls and Terminals

Front Panel Controls

Detailed description of all front panel buttons, knobs, and indicators for device operation.

Rear Panel Connections

Explanation of all rear panel input, output, and interface ports for connectivity.

Software Configuration and Driver Setup

Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver

Installation and configuration of the USB driver for computer communication and basic settings.

ASIO and CoreAudio Settings

Configuring audio driver settings for DAWs on Windows (ASIO) and Mac (CoreAudio).

dspMixFx UR-C Operation

Software Overview and Access

Introduction to the dspMixFx software and how to open it on Windows and Mac.

Main Window Layout and Controls

Description of the main window layout, including Channel, DAW, REV-X, Master, and Mix areas.

Input Channel Configuration

Settings for individual input channels including gain, pan, mute, solo, and channel linking.

DSP Effects Configuration

Detailed settings for Sweet Spot Channel Strip, REV-X Reverb, and Guitar Amp Classics effects.

Output Routing and Master Settings

Managing output signal routing to various outputs and master channel controls.

Cubase Integration Features

Input Settings Window

Configuring device input parameters and effects within Cubase.

Hardware Setup Window

Setting general hardware and Cubase-linked functions like Digital Mode and Channel Link.

Specialized Operation Modes

Stand-alone Operation

Using the device as a standalone mixer or AD/DA converter without a computer.

HA Mode Operation

Using the UR816C as a mic preamp extension via ADAT with specific connectivity.

iOS Device Integration

Connecting and operating the UR816C with iOS devices using Cubasis and dspMixFx.

Troubleshooting Guide

Power and Connectivity Problems

Resolving issues related to power indicators, USB connection, and device recognition.

Audio Signal Issues

Diagnosing and fixing problems like no sound, noise, interruption, or distortion.