8816 User Manual
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7. Connector 1 Balanced Inputs 1 8 Circuit Shield Hi Lo 1 25 24 12 2 11 10 23 3 22 21 9 4 8 7 20 5 19 18 6 6 5 4 17 7 16 15 3 8 2 1 14 Connector 2 Balanced Inputs 9 16 Circuit Shield Hi Lo 9 25 24 12 10 11 10 23 11 22 21 9 12 8 7 20 13 19 18 6 14 5 4 17 15 16 15 3 16 2 1 14 The same pin arrangement is used on Connectors 3 4 and 5 to provide the following circuits Connector 3 Balanced Insert Outputs Pre Fade Insert Left Send Pre Fade Insert Right Send Insert Mix Left Send Insert Mix Right Send Aux Bus Send BF NU AJU OQIN BO 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Connector 4 Balanced Insert Inputs Pre Fade Insert Left Return Pre Fade Insert Right Return Insert Mix Left Return Insert Mix Right Return 2 Track Left Return 2 Track Right Return 2 Track Left Bus Input 2 Track Right Bus Input EN Bb 0 N c Connector 5 Balanced Main Outputs Main Mix Left Output Main Mix Right Output Monitor Main Speaker Left Output Monitor Main Speaker Right Output Monitor Alternate Speaker Left Output Monitor Alternate Speaker Right Output Cue Left Output Cue Right Output EN Rut There are two unbalanced mono 1 4 jack outputs Main MIXL amp R Tip Hi Sleeve
8. Neve Neve 8816 16 2 Summing Mixer User Manual 527 361 Issue 6 5 ri cue y CUE 44 w ST CUE 2TR TO CUE n t CUE 1 CUE 2 AE gt po dns A So SFO SO E S n Na j E E y 3 3 1i F o a gt gt y P 1 Y Y i gt A 71 d et a pe eh r E V 7 U PAN P PAN AN Zt A AN Ah AN AM AN wn d d i p Seeeeeeeeeeeeees a uN CUE 6 Cer OES CUE ti 431 p L The 8816 is a 16 2 summing mixer with comprehensive input mixing and monitoring functions with VU meters remix and Recall as standard In addition to the standard 8816 there is also a digital outputs option and an optional fader pack 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Health amp Safety Notice For your own safety and for the protection of others please observe the following safety instructions e Read these instructions e Heed all safety warnings Do not use near water e Clean only with a dry cloth e Do not install near heat sources e Do not block ventilation openings e Protect the power cord e Only use accessories specified by the manufacturer e Unplug when unused for long periods of time e Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only AMS NEVE Billington Road Burnley Lancs BB11 5UB England Phone 44 0 1282 457011 Fax 44 0 1282 417282 Email info ams neve com Web www ams neve com Support http www ams neve info crm fault report html 2007 2010
9. The main left and right meters are sourced directly from the main outputs so signal problems within the unit or that which is connected can be metered correctly The meter is a pseudo PPM type with a special scale that ranges from 16 to 26 dBu This type of meter and range is ideal for accurate metering of analogue levels when they are fed to a digital recorder to maximise levels and to avoid digital clipping Three important points are identified on the meter to help the user to match levels between the unit and a DAW e 0 PPM Scale Point 5 for line up 4dBu Ovu e 14 PPM Scale Point 8 5 18 dBu for typical DAWs set to 14 OdBFS REL 4 dBu e 18 PPM Scale Point 9 5 22 dBu for typical DAWs set to 18 OdBFS REL 4 dBu Power Switch Switches the unit on off and indicates a healthy 36 volts supply by illuminating red When powering up the unit it is normal that e the buttons on the unit will flash briefly e the internal relays will reset themselves e the meter needles will briefly jump to full scale 19 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Options Fader Pack Option BERR EBB ERE RRR REE EB e S ou 7 The optional fader pack provides 16 Input faders with post fade direct outputs plus mutes and 2 Master faders e The Input faders have a range of oodB to 15dB The Master faders have a range of oodB to OdB With the fader pack fitted the rotary channel level
10. the ADC insert using jumpers within the unit These jumpers are located on the main motherboard of the 8816 just adjacent to the A D card The photo below shows the view from the front of the unit With the jumpers on the two left most pins the monitor source is Pre the ADC insert With the jumpers on the two right most pins the monitor source is Post the ADC insert Please consult your local Neve dealer if this information is not clear 2 DG 2 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Fader Pack Jumper Settings Internal jumper settings must be changed to enable the optional fader pack to take control of the fader and main mix levels THESE SWITCHES ONLY NEED TO BE SET IF YOU HAVE THE OPTIONAL FADER PACK IF THERE IS NO FADER PACK PRESENT DO NOT SET THESE SWITCHES Please consult your local Neve distributor if the following information is not clear le P I3 14 15 d6 DDODDDDDDDDDDDDD Ba asa ansa eee Meee Meee unoa unen enana Meee Meee enana enana ansa uasa Meee Rear of unit Mix Left Mix Right Aux Gain Jumper position OT No Fader Remote default TE Remote Fader plugged in There are a total of 19 internal jumpers that need to be set for the remote fader pack to control the 8816 e One jumper for each fader 16 Mix Left Mix Right 2 Aux Gain 1 The jumper settings are the
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12. The engineer and producer can monitor on two sets of speakers and switch between them using the Alt Speaker switch allowing comparisons of the mastered mix on small and large speakers Headphones can also be connected if required The monitor source select can be used to switch between monitoring the sound entering the 8816 on inputs 1 and 2 the sound leaving the 8816 on the mix bus and the sound as recorded on the CDR DAT Workstation via the 2 Track Return 11 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Live Recording 2 Track While the output for the main Front Of House console may be of a high standard the mix created for the venue does not have the correct balance for the recording The 8816 solves this problem The main mix outputs of the 8816 should be connected to a recording device such as a DAT or DAW running on a laptop Mac or PC The output of the recording device should be connected to the 2 Track Return on the 8816 Key elements such as the lead vocal can be connected directly to an input on the 8816 from a Direct Out on the FOH console Other elements such as drums keyboards etc can be connected to the inputs of the 8816 either from the Group Outputs or from the Matrix Outputs of the FOH console depending on the type of FOH console being used A correct balance between the individual and pre mixed sounds can be set up on the 8816 using the Channel level controls The mix is now passing
13. The file names follow the format down_88XY_V hex where XY are the last two digits of the 88 unit name e g 16 for 8816 and V is the software version number A typical filename could be down_8804_3 hex Double click on the latest filename which matches your unit If an incorrect file is selected the user will be prompted to select another file a 5 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 File Downloading Please Wait Updating Firmware Neve Recall Firn IMPORTANT PLEASE RESTART RECALL Neve Recall Error Updating Firmware File Please try again Corrupted or Old Firmware Once the file is selected the transfer will begin and the Recall screen will display that the download is under way This process may take up to two minutes for each unit Upon completion the message Firmware Update Successful will be displayed Click OK to continue You can continue to update other units successfully without restarting Recall but the Recall software must be restarted once this process is finished If the transfer fails for example if the USB is removed by accident or power is lost to the unit a warning message will prompt to the user to try again If Recall is started with a unit that has no firmware the user will be prompted to upgrade the firmware as the unit cannot be used in Recall unless the firmware installation is successful If the firmware is corrupted or the u
14. control of the 8816 becomes an aux pre fader send level control with a range of codB to 15dB These auxes can be set Pre or Post fade and this is set in the Recall software once the 8804 is attached via USB This aux can be used to send channels to a reverb or other effects unit It is not possible to monitor this aux send on the 8816 it is only available on the D sub output labelled Balanced Insert Outputs on the rear of the unit Recall of the faders and mutes can be stored using USB and the Recall software so that they can be included into the multi unit Recall system provided on the 88 outboard range NB Internal jumper settings must be changed to enable the optional fader pack to take control of the main mix level Please see section on Jumper settings on page 29 e When the fader option is not fitted the Aux Gain jumper sets the Aux output level to 3dBu e When the fader option is fitted the Aux Gain jumper sets the Aux output level to OdBu Also please note that the Solo and Mute buttons will not synchronise between the two units until both units are connected to the PC or Mac via USB and the Recall software is running as shown below 20 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 ADC Option 44 1 48 88 2 96 176 192 DSD g rz VV ES CK Sampling Frequency Sample frequency can be selected by pressing the button to the right of the sample frequency leds This will toggle thro
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16. position this sets the unit to Master If you only have a single 8816 this should always be set to Slave s Ds 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Unit Specifications Input Impedance Balanced 4dBu gt 20KQ Output Impedance Balanced 4dBu 50 Unbalanced 4dBu 1002 Headphone Jack Output Impedance Loading More than 600 Max Input Level Balanced Better than 26 dBu Max Output Level Balanced Better than 26 dBu into 6000 Unbalanced Better than 14 dBu into 600 Frequency Response Ch 1 Line input to Main Output 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 5dB Better than 3dB O 60k THD Ch 1 Line input to Main Output 50 Hz to 20 kHz Better than 0 02 Measured at 20 dBu into 10k with 80k filter Noise No channels routed Better than 86 dBu 1 channel routed Better than 85 dBu 20 Hz to 20 kHz filter 16 channels routed Better than 80 dBu All specifications with no processing in circuit 2 51 x 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Connectors There are five 25 way D type connectors e Connectors 1 and 2 for Channel Inputs e Connector 3 for Auxiliary Outputs e Connector 4 for Master section Input e Connector 5 for Master section Outputs The 16 line inputs are on 2 x 25way D type connectors and follow the standard pin outs used by Pro Tools amp Tascam DA88
17. set to Slave E CI 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 ADC Option ADC L amp R Insert 1 4 inch jack acting as a switched insert into the ADC input Maximum input level 26dBu for conversion to OdBFS N B See Headroom Level Setting for different input level conversions Hot Tip Cold Ring Ground Sleeve AES Sync Female XLR to take a standard AES 110 Ohm input signal for use as a word clock sync source WCLK In BNC input for TTL level world clock signal Input impedance can be set to 75 Ohm using the selection switch on the rear of the unit WCLK Out BNC 75 Ohm output TTL level world clock signal at sampling frequencies buffered from ADC sync source AES Out Male XLR outputs standard AES 110 Ohm digital audio In normal operation working at 48kHz while syncing to a 48kHz clock both XLRs will output a parallel signal of the analogue Main Mix When working in Dual Mode syncing to a 48kHz clock yet selecting 96kHx on the front panel the Left of the Main Mix will be sent on the Left XLR and the Right of the Main Mix will be sent on the right XLR DSD L and R BNC 75 Ohm output TTL level DSD signal 75 Ohm WCLK Selects a 75 Ohm input impedance for WCLK in SDIF 2 3 Selects the DSD Output format SDIF2 DSD data only SDIF3 DSD data with embedded clock 24 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Fir
18. through the mix bus of the 8816 The engineer can monitor the live recording on headphones and switch between monitoring the output of the 8816 and the 2 Track Return from the recorder for a confidence check on the recorded sound E ut 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Sub Mixer Mix Out UAM sas Ex Mix Out SSSR eee eee E SS SS SS SS ee a e gt BAA A RA AA A A A SD A DD 2 Track AA Slave 8816 Bus Input Master 8816 E M M PS AAA AE Sometime the console being used for a mix simply does not have enough inputs This may be because it is a small digital mixer being used to meet a fixed budget or because the console has a limited number of inputs Connect the outputs of the additional instruments or sound sources such as keyboards effects units etc to the inputs of the 8816 Connect the Main Outputs of the 8816 to a pair of inputs on the main mixer The sounds passing through the 8816 can be balanced using the Channel Level controls These sounds are now passing through the mix bus of the 8816 The overall level being passed to the main mixer can be set using the Master Level control of the 8816 Should more than 16 inputs be required on the sub mixer then two 8816 units can be used The Mix Output from the first 8816 is connected to the 2 Track Bus Input of the second 8816 and the Main Output from the second 8816 goes to the main mixer PE LR 88 Series Outboard 8
19. 816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Controls Channel Strip The channel strip comprises a Cut Solo button a rotary Level control a rotary Pan control and a Cue select button Level Control The Level Control has a range of dB to 15dB with OdB set at about 12 o clock This range is deliberately chosen to be able to accommodate most line inputs levels whether they be professional 4dBu inputs or semi professional 10dBV inputs The Level control sets the levels going to the main L R Mix Outputs and to the Utility Aux Bus with the extra benefit of changing its function into an individual aux pre fade send level when an optional fader panel is fitted Please note If you need to calibrate your DAW inputs from the 8816 for example using tone as a reference signal the 8816 channel gain controls should all be set at approximately the 12 o clock position before trimming the input levels on your DAW This ensures that in a worst case scenario the differences in levels due to the variations in tolerance of the potentiometers is only 1dB from centre Setting the channel gain controls to maximum is not recommended before calibrating your DAW inputs Pan Control This is a classic 3dB centre pan with S Law shaping to help accurate panning to extremes of left and right Cue Control Button When operated this takes the input of the channel pre fader level and pre pan and sends it to the Cue mixer via the Cue lev
20. AMS Neve Ltd own the copyright of all information and drawings contained in this manual which are not to be copied or reproduced by any means or disclosed in part or whole to any third party without written permission As part of our policy of continual product improvement we reserve the right to alter specifications without notice but with due regard to all current legislation Disclaimer The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate at the time of publication However no responsibility is taken by us for inaccuracies errors or omissions nor any liability assumed for any loss or damage resulting either directly or indirectly from use of the information contained within it Trademarks All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are hereby acknowledged 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Table of Contents Health amp Safety Notice 2 System Requirements e 4 Customer Service eeeeeeeeeeesennee 4 INTOAUCH ON eem nia 5 Note on Headroom and Levels 5 Application Scenarios 6 RECO TAI RETE 6 Recording with the optional Fader Pack 7 Overdubbing s conan rr rr 8 Mi A T ATE E TET 9 Mixing with Fader Pack 10 MASTETINO T 11 Live R
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22. Screen There are four unbalanced mono Y jack outputs Main SPK L amp R and ALT SPK L 8 R Tip Hi Sleeve Screen There are two unbalanced stereo 1 4 jack outputs L amp R Cue amp Headphone Tip Left Ring Right Sleeve Common 0 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 There is one unbalanced 3 5mm stereo jack Mon Tip Left Ring Right Sleeve Common There is one control 1 4 jack Talkback footswitch Tip Control Sleeve Common 219 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Recall Software Installation Installation for PC ie Setup Neve Recall Welcome to the Neve Recall Setup Dd Wizard This will install Neve Recall 6 1 on your computer It is recommended that you close all other applications before continuing Click Next to continue or Cancel to exit Setup Cancel ie Setup Neve Recall License Agreement Please read the following important information before continuing Please read the following License Agreement You must accept the terms of this agreement before continuing with the installation LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY 1 DEFINITIONS AND HEADINGS 1 1 Inthis License and Limited Warranty the following words and phrases shall bear the following meanings Ol agree O 1 do not agree ie Setup Neve Recall Select Destina
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25. ck Browse to select another location Click Next gt Tick as desired then click Next 35 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 16 Setup Neve Recall Ready to Install Setup is now ready to begin installing Neve Recall on your computer Click Install to continue with the installation or click Back if you want to review or change any settings Destination location C Program Files Neve Recall Start Menu Folder Neve Recall ses Cea 16 Setup Neve Recall Installing Please wait while Setup installs Neve Recall on your computer Extracting files C Program Files Neve RecalliRecall exe Cancel 16 Setup Neve Recall Completing the Neve Recall Setup a Wizard Setup has Finished installing Neve Recall on your computer The application may be launched by selecting the installed icons Click Finish to exit Setup Launch Neve Recall Click Install The install will start and the progress displayed If you wish to launch Recall tick the Launch Neve Recall box Click Finish The software will now be ready to use and will be accessible from Start Menu Programs Neve Recall Neve Recall or from the Recall icon on the Windows Desktop 36 Issue 6 5 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Installation for Mac e00 Install Neve Recall Welcome to the Mac OS X Installation Program You will be guided through the st
26. cting your MP3 player to the unit s LS selector and feeding to the LS Output or Cue headphone outputs Talkback Level This adjustment screw sets the level from the talkback mic to the cue headphones This is not set to a factory preset and the level should always be set by the user before use Failure to set this pot may result in a low level talkback feed Talkback Microphone A microphone is built into the unit to allow the engineer or producer to communicate with the artist during recording sessions INS MIX Insert Mix routes the IMR signal to the main 2 Track Mix Output pre level control but post insert IMR Level Control Insert Mix Return allows for the IMR signals to be mixed directly into the main mix output post insert but pre mix output level control It has a range of codB to 10dB and can be used for DJ style mixing or where the engineer wants to mix some compressed or EQ d main mix source back into the main mix outputs without the compression or EQ dominating the mix as it would using the insert INS This switches the main mix pre fade insert in and out of circuit via the input and output connectors on the rear of the unit It has two modes selectable by pressing the Mix Level control When a normal pre fade insert is selected the button will illuminate yellow If the mix level control is pressed then the illumination will change to red indicating that the insert point has changed
27. e Rate AES Output 21 BS D EEE 22 Rear Panel Connectors and Controls 23 A ET AAT T 23 LNE UP TC O errr rrr rr rrr 23 Talkback Foot Switch 23 Bl H 23 Rear Panel Controls 23 Earth EIE SWIC Mene 23 Slave BUS SWIECEBIousseixsbessasasuss Su satvess Pasa ameta 23 ADC ODIO m P 24 ADC LA RINSE Pianista 24 AES A o A dad dauddauad agas 24 IB Muscat cren 24 VICE q e 1 eE aT 24 A PPP enn 24 PEDE Rania 24 Z5 Ohm 0 A cup rFER REEF PUEVMIS M PIE 24 DIF 27 Sd Misa PR M EE SEE PEE 24 Firmware Upgrades 25 Selecting a File for Transfer 25 File Downloading eene 26 Corrupted or Old Firmware ese 26 Physical amp Technical Information 27 DIMENSION Gursen i s 27 Rack Mounting and Cooling 27 Power Requirements rr rrr nana ana 27 Mains SUD 5 ses cast M TR 27 System Settings esses 28 Setting the Headroom on the optional A to D CONG T E TE ETETETT TE 28 Monitor Source pre post ADC Insert 28 Fader Pack Jumper Settings 29 Multiple 8816 8804 cene 30 Unit Specifications 31 COnneciO Suse ptit
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29. ecordad rrakx E ERE WEREERIEY PER RS 12 Sub MIX P ccc ccccceeeeeeesececuceeeuuueeeennneeesaenes 13 eld s 14 Channel SED exp A iu v ER EN OPERIES 14 Level CONTO caritas 14 Pan Control ssessssesssnsnrnnnnrnnnnrrnnnrrrnnrernn 14 Cue Control BUELLOFi caeci en aio wen er 14 Channel Cut Solo button 15 Cue Seco MM 15 TAN COLO APA o o y H 15 Headphone Mon nennen 15 Headphone Control eeeeeeeee 15 Headphone Jack e 15 Master Section eus 16 Ni o C 16 MOM etr Pm 16 Talkback Level cnn nn 16 Talkback Microphone eese 16 INS MD a 16 IMR Level Control een nnn 16 INS cT 16 2 TIS MD arnai vtduata DUE edad rid qu ORA GST 17 2IR Level Controlar torcer 17 Monitor Selections een nnn 17 MOM EU 18 eI o o O 18 Width Control eee mmn 18 sU gt DUELO Marmalade 18 Mix EUM IITIT 18 Analogue Digital overload indication 18 a PETERET TUTTI 19 Power Switch eee nnnm nn 19 Appendix A3 Signal Flow Block Diagrams 8816 Optional Fader Pack control Optional ADC board installation elsi P 20 Fader Pack Option eren 20 ELO o A o 21 Sampling Frequency serere 21 Single Doubl
30. el control to feed the cue output via the Headphones jack sockets on the front and rear of the unit Channels 1 14 are individually switchable to the Cue mix via the Cue button control On older models of 8816 Cue buttons 1 14 are interlocked while on newer models it is possible to send any combination of 1 14 to the Cue mix Channels 15 and 16 are linked as a stereo cue direct to the cue mix For overdubbing channels 15 16 can be set up as your backing track mix on the DAW and then selecting the appropriate channel from 1 to 14 will allow you to blend or ride a track using the cue level control allowing the artist to hear exactly what he or she needs to hear before dropping in to record a du 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Cue Section Channel Cut Solo button The function of the button can be changed from Cut to Solo by operating the Solo Master adjacent to channel 16 In Cut mode this button will mute the feed to the main two track bus Cut is indicated by the button turning red In Solo mode selecting the button will cut all channels except the one operated commonly referred to as Solo In Place Solo is indicated by the button turning yellow As the solo system is latching it is possible to build up solo groups and to then use the Cut Solo Master to audition a solo group or a cut group This can be useful for comping or sorting out EQ balance problems in the mix quickly before printing
31. eps necessary to install this software Go Back aw Disk 1 Disk2 cQ 26 0GB 5 0GB Free 12 0GB 8 8GB Free a Y 5 E Y Installing this software requires O bytes of additional space You have selected to install this software on the volume Disk 1 lt a 880 Install Neve Recall Click Upgrade to perform a basic installation of this software package on the volume c Upgrade eoo Install Neve Recall O installation Type Installing LO Finish Up The software was successfully installed SSS Insert the CD containing the software into the Mac and the install programme will launch automatically Click Continue Select the location where you wish the software to be installed to Click Continue Click Upgrade and the software will start to install The progress bar will show the state of the installation Once completed click Close The software is now ready to use New Versions of Recall Software for Mac Where you wish to install a new version of the Recall software on a Mac you will need to uninstall the previous version first and remove some files From the Applications folder move the Neve Recall folder to the Trash From the System Library Extensions folder move Neve8816 kext to the Trash move this file regardless of the actual outboard units you may have connected via USB From the Library Receipts folder move Nev
32. he workstation to the inputs of the 8816 If you have a backing track pre mix on your workstation assign this to outputs connected to inputs 15 16 on the 8816 Connect the output of the track being recorded to any of inputs 1 14 on the 8816 Connect the performer s headphones to the headphone socket on the rear of the 8816 The cue mix level of the overdub against the backing track can be adjusted using the Cue level control until the mix is right for the performer The 2 Track Return can also be routed to the Cue so may be used as an effects return if the performer wishes to listen to a guide reverb while recording The engineer can monitor on headphones connected to the front of the 8816 and can switch between monitoring the performer s cue mix and the main mix 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Mixing Neve 33609 Pro Tools V Line In Stereo Y 1 8 amp 9 16 Main Out Lx YENNEEREEERE a Le J se v B H B Connect the outputs of the workstation to the inputs of the 8816 Key elements such as lead vocals and lead instruments should be kept separate within the workstation and connected to individual inputs on the 8816 Other elements such as backing vocals effects etc can be routed to stereo groups within the workstation and these groups connected to the 8816 inputs Optimum sound quality within the workstation is generally achieved by setting the virtual fade
33. imilar mic pre if required Connect the main output of the 8816 to the inputs of the workstation this can be analogue or digital if the optional digital card is fitted Set the balance required using the channel level controls on the 8816 and record onto the workstation 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Recording with the optional Fader Pack V 1073 DPA bet Direct Out EDDIE B unm A Pro Tools Fader Pack D stm Y 1 16 Line In T Headphones KEE EEEE rA SAREE Eee EERE EEE Ee 3 Engineer Headphones Connect the instruments to be recorded to channel inputs on the 8816 and connect the direct outputs from these channels to the inputs of the DAW the direct outs are located on the fader pack These channels can be muted so that they do not go to the main bus if monitoring via the 8816 or a monitor mix can be set up on the DAW and monitored via the 2 Track Return on the 8816 Signals can now be recorded with fader control over their level while the mix or play back is monitored through the 8816 In all of the above recording situations the engineer can utilise the 8816 to control monitoring via two pairs of speakers and or the headphones as required The 8816 can also be used to provide a Cue to performer headphones 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Overdubbing PC Mac Backing y Tracks Ch 15 16 Channels 1 14 Connect the outputs of t
34. ing used for the digital output Double Rate If the selected sample rate on the front of the unit for example 96kHz is double that being input into the sync into the rear of the unit 48 kHz either Wordclock or AES sync then the 2 XLR connectors on the rear will output Left and Left on 1 L and Right and Right on 2 R this applies to all those situations when the sample rate selected on the front is exactly double the actual sample rate input into the rear either Wordclock or AES not just at 48kHz Either the WCK or AES led will illuminate green indicating the sync reference is still being used for the digital output even though the ADC is sampling at twice the sync input sampling rate It was designed to work in this this way to make allowances for early digital equipment that had limited sample rate capability 21 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 DSD Selecting DSD will default to 44 1kHz reference If no sync is available it will use its own internal crystal reference The interface requires a minimum of 2 BNC cables DSD left and DSD right to the DSD recording device The DSD output can be switched between SDIF 2 and SDIF 3 formats with a rear panel switch SDIF 2 requires a 44 1kHz sync signal to be passed to the DAC and this should preferably come from the 8816 sync output via a 3rd BNC cable SDIF 3 transmits the DSD signals with clock information included and should not need the sy
35. is isolates the mains earth from the chassis of the unit If this is operated earth must be maintained to the chassis of the unit by using the studio technical earth or equivalent earthing system When illuminated the red led on the power switch indicates a healthy 36V supply 2127 a 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 System Settings Setting the Headroom on the optional A to D card L D R O IN WELK OUT EN TN A X5 Sat conn maak A7 i dob ROB Dic AZ Sat XN OUT tL RN S du bo if YN Vili m Tii 11 ANN o 7 AN 0 ZINN S 7 x et e AR n Ct QU2 ASTMO po ADC ZON del LINGERT RINSERT VON Neu A v D 4 The unit can be set to one of three headroom settings 14dB 18dB or 22dB relative to 4dBu The headroom is defined as the number of dBs above 4dBu before the ADC clips The clip led within the left and right output meter will light if the selected input level is exceeded for more than 1 sample The headroom can be changed by accessing the switches through two holes on the A D card labelled HR and 18 UP 14 DN indicated left 14 dB Both switches in the down position 18 dB HR switch down and 18 amp 14 up 22 dB HR 18 and 14 all up NB Only use a non metallic plunger tool to operate the level change switches Monitor Source pre post ADC Insert NB The monitor source can be set to Pre or Post
36. mware Upgrades In order to get the most from your Neve unit the latest firmware should be installed Upgrading your software is a simple process with on screens prompts to guide you Start the Recall software gt On the main screen right click the window title bar Mac users select Recalls Click Upgrade Firmware Select the file to transfer You will be prompted about removing other units When updating units only the unit that is being updated should be connected via USB All other units should have their USB disconnected Even if you are updating two units of the same model they should be connected individually and updated in two separate operations If more than one unit is connected via USB when the Update is about to be performed a screen will prompt you to disconnect the other units Update 8803 Unit Firmware select file with nan MW re V is th cicius A prompt screen will confirm the software number amp version you should Blu select and display the current version of firmware for the unit Click OK Selecting a File for Transfer Update 8803 Firmware Select Hex File 7 The Open File dialog will appear OQ amp m To locate the firmware file browse to the location e PC users C Program Files Neve Recall Firmware Filename down_8803_2 r A Fes 550 Dumond Fe Fess M e Mac users Applications Neve Recall Firmware C Open as read only
37. nc signal Please refer to your DSD recording device for information on compatibility De 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Rear Panel Connectors and Controls Rear Panel Controls Line Output DB 25 Socket standard Pro Tools and DA88TM connection balanced at 4 dBu for INS Main and LS Outputs and 1 4 inch stereo jacks at 10dBv for Main and Alt Loudspeaker Outputs Line Input e DB 25 Socket standard Pro Tools and DA88TM connection balanced at 4dBu e DC Power Input 8 Pin DIN Socket Talkback Foot Switch 1 4 inch mono jack USB Type B male When connecting the unit to a PC or Mac it must be connected directly to an available USB port or via a powered hub and not via a passive hub A Earth Lift Switch This will lift the mains earth connection from the chassis of the unit allowing for the unit to be connected to a suitable technical earth system thus avoiding hum loops Slave Bus Switch This switches the 2T bus input onto the unit s main mix bus This allows two 8816 units to be joined together to create a slave and master system expanding the number of inputs It also automatically sets the unit to be part of the Recall system as the slave or master e At the Out position this sets the unit to Slave e At the In position this sets the unit to Master If you only have a single 8816 this should always be
38. nd Levels The 8816 is an extremely versatile 16 2 summing mixer which can produce the highest possible recording and mixing performances in any format using revered Neve analogue designs including transformer mixing With comprehensive input mixing and monitoring functions 8816 can upgrade a DAW to a professional mixing facility Not only does the unit provide quite unbelievable analogue facilities but also has remix and Recall as standard In addition to the superb facilities offered as standard on the 8816 there are two options digital outputs and a fader pack ADC Output World class A to Ds with sampling rates of up to 192kHz and DSD outputs Analogue insert points are provided ahead of the ADCs that couple the ultimate analogue circuitry with superior digital conversion making the unit an obvious choice for complete integration with a DAW NOTE The ADC option requires internal fitting Please consult your local Neve dealer Fader Pack 16 Input Faders with Cut Solo controls and post fade direct outputs plus 2 Master Faders give the engineer fine level control with a traditional feel With the fader unit attached the rotary channel level controls become aux pre fade send levels increasing the functionality of the unit e Each channel has 15dB of gain also known as 15dB in hand e Excessive use of gain may overload your DAW or other recording device OdB on the channel level control is approx at the 12 o clock
39. nit has an old version of firmware a prompt will appear upon starting the Recall software to indicate that firmware must be updated before the user can proceed The process described above can then be followed to update the latest firmware 26s 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Physical 8 Technical Information Dimensions Unit name Unit Depth Depth mm inches Height mm inches Weight kg Ibs 8816 2U 390 15 4 88 3 5 7 16 Rack Mounting and Cooling Power Requirements The rack unit can be installed in a standard 19 cabinet with access to the front and the rear No specific air conditioning is required for the rack providing there is free flow of air through the rack from front to back and side to side and that the ambient air is maintained below 25 C 779F Racks may be stacked but at least 1U space should be allowed between each unit 8816 Rated Voltage 36v DC Rated Current 1 6A Max Primary Protection Fuse Operating Voltage 36v Fuse Rating amp Type T3 15A anti surge 20mm x 5mm glass Location Next to DC input on rear of unit Mains Supply The power supply unit is a free standing external type with a universal input therefore no mains operating voltage setting is required There is a mains earth lift switch located at the rear of the unit next to the fuse holder When operated th
40. position Internal headroom is 26dBu e If your DAW is overloading but the overload indicators on the 8816 meters are not illuminated then reduce your output levels e If your DAW is overloading and the red overload indicators are illuminated then you may need to reduce your input levels 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Application Scenarios Recording PC Mac Mic q nhe H ETT gt THIEHTH EEEE A Pro Tools oy lt VY 1 16 Line In Studio Headphones MERECE 2 i 4 v v E J Du i n i A E n AAA D Engineer AAA Headphones The 8816 can be used to monitor from the workstation while recording directly from a mic pre such as the 1073DPD or as a pre mixer for recording a number of signals simultaneously to the workstation With the optional fader pack direct outs can be used from the 8816 to the DAW enabling it to be used like a conventional desk with both recording and monitoring signals passing through the unit Direct recording with 8816 as monitor Connect the output of the mic pre to the input of the workstation Connect the outputs of the workstation to the inputs of the 8816 The 8816 outputs can be monitored on loudspeakers or headphones as required The performers headphones source can be switched engineer performer Sub mixing signals to be recorded Connect the instruments to be recorded to the inputs of the 8816 via a 1073 or s
41. rs to OdB Final mix levels can be set on the 8816 The mix is now being created on the mix bus of the 8816 This uses the same transformer mix topology as the classic 80 series Neve consoles and recreates their legendary sound Recording back to the DAW or onto another device such as a CDR may be analogue or if the digital option is fitted can be from the Neve Analogue to Digital Converters ensuring the best possible sound quality A Neve 33609 compressor or a Neve 8803 EQ unit can be patched across the Insert allowing the whole mix to be compressed or EQ d Sometimes it is necessary to mix between a clean mix and a processed mix for example when using a Filter Bank to create a special effect across the whole mix for one section of a song This can be done by patching the filter bank across the Inserts of the 8816 and switching to Insert Mix mode The balance between the clean mix and the processed mix is now controlled by the Insert Mix level control and the engineer can switch between clean and processed mix or balance the two as required 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Mixing with Fader Pack PC Mac Neve 33609 Pro Tools im v A p lt Hdi RR A Stereo A Main Out Line In V 1 8 amp 9 16 i V V E E EI o o NN NNNENEENEEZEENEENENM The engineer and producer can monitor on two sets of speakers main and near field and switch between
42. s selected by pressing the width control When illuminated yellow then the main mix outputs are summed with whatever is selected to the LS Monitor This function is useful when auditioning mixes together in the Main or Alt loudspeakers Width Control The Width control is post mix level control and alters the stereo image from mono through stereo to enhanced stereo W button This switches the Width control into circuit across the Main mix output post insert and is indicated by the button being illuminated yellow Mix Level This alters the main mix level and has a range of codB to OdB It can be used to control the output level from the unit to the DAW The control can also be augmented with fader control if an optional fader pack is fitted In this case the mix level control no longer has any function Analogue Digital overload indication Analogue overload of the unit is indicated by a red led in the associated left or right output meter The actual level at which the overload led illuminates is about 1dB below the max output of the unit 26 dBu If the ADC option is fitted to the unit then the led will light yellow if a digital overload occurs for more than 1 sample This has priority over the analogue overload indication Sensitivity of the digital overload indication will be set by the unit s digital operating level 189 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Metering
43. same regardless of whether the 8816 is acting as Master or Slave 20 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Multiple 8816 8804 It is possible to have up to two 8816s and two optional 8804 fader packs connected via USB to the Recall software Please see also the 8804 User Manual on how to set the Master Slave status on the 8804 2 E tte EA E Y If you only have one 8816 and one 8804 fader pack connected both units must be set to SLAVE so the Recall software will operate correctly as shown left AAA JJ 1491919 47225228 BR AXARAAARARAAAALA E EGRE BB NM 204 e N SAA PANA AA re ee ee Set to SLAVE Set to SLAVE r i If you have two 8816s and two 8804 fader packs then one 8816 and 8804 must be set to MASTER and the other 8816 and 8804 must be set to SLAVE In this diagram the 8816 on the left is the master in terms of audio audio connections are not shown with the unit on the right feeding submix signals into it e MUNI AAA A A AAA wmn por mo me a A mass T TR 5 CUAAAAAAAAAAAAL AR IGI SS AARAAAAAAAAAAAAAAL Bee Se a B B o SSSR RRB AAA B M NM M E Cy M e Si e ww www wwwwwwwx u x vo omo A rr e SN 6 6 6 Set to SLAVE DONA NENA ENANA Set to MASTER Set to SLAVE The Master Slave status is set on the rear of the unit with the switch labelled Slave Bus e At the Out position this sets the unit to Slave e At the In
44. scu id 32 Recall Software Installation 35 Installation TOF PG isses iris rx ine rene eee 35 Installation for Ma C ccc cece eee ee ee eeee eens 37 New Versions of Recall Software for Mac 37 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 System Requirements Customer Service The 8816 may be used as a standalone unit If you wish to use the units Recall facility it should be connected directly to the computer or via a powered USB hub but not via a passive USB hub If you wish to use the Neve Recall software to store and reload user configurations you must have one of the following supported operating systems PC e Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 or later e Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later e Vista Service Pack 1 or later Mac OS 10 3 9 or later In the unlikely event that this unit should malfunction or develop a fault then please register the fault details on our website by clicking the link below You will also need to enter the unit s serial number when you do this so please have this to hand http www ams neve info crm fault report html Once the fault details have been registered one of our technical support team will be in touch via email This link should also be used for further operational or technical help or any general enquiry about the unit 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Introduction Note on Headroom a
45. the final pass LPANR CUE 1 14 2T to Cue Sends the 2 Track Return post level control to the headphone mix ideally suited for replaying the last overdub to the artist for auditioning or a complete 2 track mix of the whole song without the artist needing to come into the control room Headphone Mon Selects the prefade LS Outputs onto the Cue headphone outputs so the artist hears the same sources as the engineer feeds to the monitors Headphone Control This control adjusts the main Headphone levels with a range of codB OdB The headphone control also incorporates a switch which when operated feeds the unit s talkback mic to the Headphone Output automatically dimming the music fed to the headphones loudspeakers and Cues by 20dB There is also a parallel 1 4 inch jack on the rear of the unit for footswitch operation Headphone Jack A headphone jack is provided on the front of the unit and a second parallel headphone jack on the rear Parallel 4dBu line outputs are provided on the rear of the unit to be used for Cue feeds to the studio NB Only headphones with an Impedance above 60 Ohms should be used s dB 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Master Section Talkback Level Talkback Mic Alt Spk Selects a second set of loudspeakers for switching between main and near field loud speakers Mon This input has a 3 5mm jack socket for conne
46. them using the Alt Speaker switch allowing comparisons of the mix on small and large speakers Headphones can also be connected if required The outputs of the recording unit or the appropriate two tracks of the DAW can be connected to the two track return so that the engineer can switch between monitoring the mix leaving the 8816 and the mix coming back from the recorder ES 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 Mastering 1081 O00 0 O0O8 7 1215 Ho 1251901 Neve 33609 INN A A Stereo Main Output A Line In A Insert Send amp Return V 1 8 amp Sum amp Difference mode Connect the outputs of your DAT CD player or two tracks of your DAW to inputs 1 and 2 on the 8816 Connect the master outputs of the 8816 to the inputs of the Workstation CDR or DAT that you wish to record onto Connect the outputs of the recording device to the 2 track return of the 8816 The mix is now passing through the mix bus of the 8816 A Neve 33609 compressor or a Neve 8803 EQ unit can be patched across the Insert Point allowing the whole mix to be compressed or EQ d The Insert can be switched to Sum and Difference mode allowing the producer to process the centre sum mono signal and the stereo difference signal in different manners The width control can be used to reduce the stereo width perhaps for a club remix or to enhance it beyond standard stereo if the original mix is not wide enough
47. tion Location Where should Neve Recall be installed om Lal Setup will install Neve Recall into the Following Folder To continue click Next IF you would like to select a different Folder click Browse Program Files Neve Recall Browse At least 36 0 MB of free disk space is required i Setup Neve Recall Select Start Menu Folder Where should Setup place the program s shortcuts Setup will create the program s shortcuts in the Following Start Menu Folder To continue click Next IF you would like to select a different Folder click Browse eve Recall Browse 16 Setup Neve Recall Select Additional Tasks Which additional tasks should be performed Select the additional tasks you would like Setup to perform while installing Neve Recall then click Next Additional icons C Create a desktop icon C Create a Quick Launch icon ae Tues Insert the CD into the drive and the Setup program should automatically launch If the application fails to launch automatically on inserting the CD then go to the CD Drive in Windows Explorer and double click the NeveRecall msi file or the setup exe file to launch the Setup program manually Click Next Click I Agree then click Next If you click I Do Not Agree the install procedure will terminate The installation programme will select a default location for files to be copied and created to Click Next to keep the default location or cli
48. to a Sum amp Difference insert 2 46 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 MIX ON fii 2TR 1 2 MON In Sum amp Difference mode the standard stereo signal is converted into a mono common or sum signal on the left output and a mono difference signal on the right output This enables the engineer to apply different processes to the common or centre image and the difference or stereo image At the insert return the signal is re converted to a standard stereo signal The technique is frequently used in mastering recordings and is useful for Using an overall stereo EQ where the L amp R Image will not shift with any tracking errors within the EQ unit or EQ the mono to subtly change the mix balance post mixing e Compress and limit the Sum and Difference separately to negate tracking errors or create a quite different stereo image e Add a sub bass synth to the mono program for really deep mono bass that will not make the cutter head jump if mastering to vinyl e Listen to the mono and trim the DAW sample delays to get perfect L amp R tracking and save the results to an interleaved wav file e A vocal could be brightened by EQing the Sum signal or Cymbals could be brightened by EQing the Difference signal N B The underlying mode of the insert can be changed by pressing the Mix level control even if the insertion button is not selected 2TR MIX When selected sends the 2 track re
49. turn signal directly to the 2 Track Mix bus 2TR Level Control This adjusts the two track return level sent to the Cue Mix or 2 Track Mix bus and has a range of oodB to 10dB This is useful for sending 2 track mixes to the cue headphones or as a reverb return to the cues or 2 track mix bus Monitor Selections There are 3 leds above the Mon level control to indicate the LS monitor selection If no led is illuminated then the main monitor defaults to the Main Mix output Selection of the sources to the monitor is by pressing the Mon level control e 1 press selects 2TR to Mon e 2 press selects CH1 2 pre fade sources e 3 press selects iMon input e 4 press returns the monitor to the Main Mix output It is also possible to set the Main Mix source to the monitors post the ADC insert jack if fitted which will allow for monitoring of the main mix signal or the inserted signal This could be of benefit when you need to monitor the ADC Input which could be a completely different source from the 8816 such as when using the digital option as a separate high quality stereo A to D 247 e 88 Series Outboard 8816 Summing Mixer Issue 6 5 NB The monitor source can be set to Pre or Post the ADC insert using jumpers within the unit Information is provided in the Jumper Settings section on page 28 Mon Level This alters the loud speaker s output level and has a range of oodB to OdB Sum This i
50. ugh the sampling frequencies one at a time The 8816 has 2 sync inputs e AES 3 on a female XLR and e Word Clock on a chassis BNC If neither sync input is present the unit will synchronise to its internal crystal clock If one or the other sync inputs is present the AES or WCK led will illuminate red showing that that sync input type is detected When the correct sampling frequency is selected either the WCK or AES led will light solid green to show that sync is being received and the unit has successfully locked to it If both sync inputs are present and valid the Wordclock input will take preference over AES as the reference Normally the sync input is set to the required sample rate In this case both AES out 1 L and AES out 2 R carry the same stereo AES signal converted from the unit s left and right analogue outputs Single Double Rate AES Output Single Rate If the selected sample rate on the front of the unit for example 48kHz is the same as the sync being input into the rear of the unit 48 kHz either via Wordclock or AES sync then the 2 XLR connectors on the rear of the ADC card will output Left and Right on both XLRs so in effect a stereo mix on 1 L and the same stereo mix on 2 R this does not just apply to the 48kHz sample rate but to when any sample rate on the front matches exactly that being input on the rear Either the WCK or AES led will illuminate green indicating the sync reference is be
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