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Main features Contents Main features Main features ............................................2 16 x 16 USB 3.0 Audio Interface with 8 x D-PRE and 32-bit/192 kHz support Panel Controls and Terminals ................3 Front Panel ..........................................................3 Rear Panel ...........................................................5 Software ....................................................6 Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver ............................6 dspMixFx UR-C..........
Panel Controls and Terminals Panel Controls and Terminals Front Panel 2 5 2 5 6 2 5 1 3 3 4 3 2 5 7 9 ! 3 8 ) @ % ^ # $ 1 [MIC/HI-Z 1/2] jacks 6 [+48V] switch For connection to a microphone, electric guitar, or electric bass. This jack can be connected to both XLR-type and phone-type (unbalanced only) plugs. The XLR type is set to the optimum level for microphone connection and phone type is for line connection. Turns the phantom power on (lit) and off (unlit).
Panel Controls and Terminals 9 [PHONES 1/2] jacks Adjusts the output signal level of the [PHONES] jack. ) [LOCK] indicator Lights up when the selected clock source and the word clock source are synchronized. The indicator flashes continuously when they are not synchronized. ! [USB] indicator Lights up when the power is turned on and the unit is communicating with the computer or iOS device. The indicator flashes continuously when the computer or iOS device does not recognize the device.
Panel Controls and Terminals Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 DC IN [16V] 6 [MAIN OUTPUT L/R] jacks For connection to the AC power adaptor. For connection to monitor speakers. This outputs one of the MIX 1to 4 signals. To adjust the output signal level, use the [OUTPUT] knob on the front panel. These jacks can be connected to phone-type (balanced/unbalanced) plugs. 2 [USB 3.0] port For connection to a computer or iOS device. NOTICE When connecting to a computer with a [USB 3.
Software Software This section explains software operations for using the UR816C with a computer. 1 Sample Rate Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver is a software program that allows communication between the UR816C and a computer. In Control Panel, you can configure the basic settings for the audio driver (Windows) or confirm the audio driver information (Mac). How to Open the Window Lets you select the sample rate of the device. Settings: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.
Software 2 Mode Lets you select the latency mode. Settings: Low Latency, Standard, Stable Sample Rate Descriptions Low Latency Low latency mode. High-performance computer is required. Standard Standard latency mode. Stable High latency mode. This prioritizes stability for low-performance computer and high-load projects. How to select the sample rate and the clock source (Mac) You can select the sample rate in the [Audio MIDI Setup] window.
Software dspMixFx UR-C Tool Area This software is for operating the convenient built-in DSP mixer and DSP effects. The DSP mixer allows you to mix up to sixteen input channels down to one stereo output. A number of DSP effects for processing the input signals are also provided, and since the processing/mixing is hardware-based, there is no monitoring latency. This is the area for configuring the overall common settings of dspMixFx UR-C. 2 4 1 3 5 6 Screenshot 1 Quit Quits dspMixFx UR-C.
Software Main Window 3 +48V This window is for configuring the entire signal flow. Indicates the on/off status of the phantom power function of the device. Channel Area (page 9) MIX Area (page 11) 4 High Pass Filter Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the high pass filter. To select the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter, use the “Setup Window” (page 12) in the section “dspMixFx UR-C.” 5 Phase Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the phase inversion of the signal.
Software ^ Fader Value REV-X Area Displays and adjusts the Fader value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number. This is the area for configuring the REV-X channel settings. 1 DAW Area This is the area for configuring the DAW channel settings. 2 3 4 1 5 6 7 2 3 4 5 6 8 1 Level Meter Indicates the signal level. 7 2 REV-X Edit 1 Level Meter Opens (lit) and closes (unlit) the “REV-X” (page 19) setup window. Indicates the signal level.
Software MASTER Area 3 Balance This is the area for configuring the master channel settings. Adjusts the volume balance of the left and right channels. Range: L16 – C – R16 4 Balance Value Displays and adjusts the Balance value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number. 1 5 Mute Turn the mute function on (lit)/ off (unlit). 6 Master Fader Adjusts the signal level. 2 Range: -∞ dB – +6.00 dB 3 7 Master Fader Value 4 Displays and adjusts the Master Fader value.
Software Meter Window 4 Digital Mode This window is for showing the meter at the top of the Main window. Selects the input and output signal format of the [OPTICAL IN] and [OPTICAL OUT] jacks. 1 Option Description ADAT Input and output signals of up to 8 channels. S/PDIF Input and output of 2-channel (stereo) signals. When ADAT is selected, the input and output signals of up to eight channels at 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz, or up to four channels at 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz, or up to two channels at 176.
Software ) Knob Mode Selects the method of operating the knobs on dspMixFx UR-C. Settings Description Circular Drag in a circular motion to increase and decrease the parameter. Drag on a dial clockwise to increase, and counterclockwise to decrease. If you click any point on the knob, the parameter will jump there instantly. Linear Drag in a linear motion to increase and decrease the parameter. Drag upward or rightward to increase, and downward or leftward to decrease.
Software Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series These are the windows for configuring the device settings from Cubase series software. The dedicated windows for Cubase series allow you to configure the parameters which are configured by dspMixFx UR-C. Two types of windows are available: Input Settings and Hardware Setup. Screenshot Input Settings Window This window is for configuring the input settings of the device. The signal flow is from top to bottom.
Software Effect Settings area Outputs area This area is used to set parameters related to the UR816C input/output port effects. This area is used to set parameters related to hardware outputs. 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 1 Pre/Post 1 Mix Bus name Displays the Mix Bus name of the hardware output. The output bus of the track must be connected to this Mix bus. Used to select the insertion point for the effect.
Software Hardware Setup Window This window allows you to configure general hardware settings and Cubase-linked function settings. 1 2 3 4 5 1 model Displays the name of the device. 2 HPF Selects the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter. Settings: 120Hz, 100Hz, 80Hz, 60Hz, 40Hz 3 Digital Mode Selects the input and output signal format of the [OPTICAL IN] and [OPTICAL OUT] jack. Options Description ADAT Input and output signals of up to 8 channels. S/PDIF Input and output 2 channel signals.
Software Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip Common to Compressor and Equalizer The Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip (“Channel Strip” for short) is a multi-effect that combines compression and EQ. Advanced sound engineering know-how is condensed into a number of convenient presets that can be simply and instantly recalled, for professional results. Sixteen channel strips are provided, and each can be assigned to the monitor sound only, or to both the monitor and recorded sound.
Software 3 RATIO Equalizer Adjusts the release time of the compressor. Range: 1.00 – ∞ 4 KNEE Selects the knee type of the compressor. Settings Description SOFT Produces the most gradual change. MEDIUM Results in a setting midway between SOFT and HARD. HARD Produces the sharpest change. 5 SIDE CHAIN Q Adjusts the band width of the side chain filter. Range: 0.50 – 16.00 6 SIDE CHAIN F Adjusts the center frequency of the side chain filter. Range: 20.0 Hz – 20.
Software REV-X REV-X REV-X is a digital reverb platform developed by Yamaha for pro audio applications. One REV-X effect is included in this unit. Input signals can be sent to the REV-X effect, and the REV-X effect is applied only to the monitor outputs. Three types of REV-X are available: Hall, Room, and Plate. The hardware REV-X equipped with the device and REV-X of the VST Plug-in version have essentially the same parameters.
Software 8 Hi Ratio Adjusts the duration of reverberation in the high frequency range by using a ratio relative to the Reverb Time. When you set this parameter to 1, the actual specified Reverb Time is fully applied to the sound. The lower the value, the shorter the duration of reverberation in the high frequency range. Range: 0.1 – 1.0 9 Low Ratio Adjusts the duration of reverberation in the low frequency range by using a ratio relative to the Reverb Time.
Software Guitar Amp Classics CLEAN 5 Guitar Amp Classics are guitar amp simulations that make extensive use of advanced Yamaha modeling technology. Four amp types with different sonic characteristics are provided. The Guitar Amp Classics equipped with the device and the Guitar Amp Classics of the VST Plug-in version have the same parameters.
Software CRUNCH 1 DRIVE 2 3 4 5 This is the amp type to use when you want lightly overdriven crunch tones. The CRUNCH model simulates the type of vintage tube amplifiers that are favored for blues, rock, soul, R&B, and similar styles. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Normal/Bright The DRIVE amp type provides a selection of distortion sounds that simulate the tonal character of various high gain tube amplifiers.
Software LEAD 1 2 3 4 5 6 The LEAD amp type simulates a high-gain tube amp that is rich in overtones. It is ideally suited to playing lead guitar lines that will project well in an ensemble, but it can also be set up for crisp accompaniment tones as well. 1 High/Low Selects the amp output type. The [High] setting simulates a high-output amp, and allows the creation of more distorted tones. 2 GAIN Adjusts the input level applied to the preamp stage.
Using as a Stand-alone Device Using as a Stand-alone Device Connection Example WARNING Make sure that you set all volume levels to minimum before connecting or disconnecting the external device. Otherwise, highvolume output may damage your hearing or the equipment.
Using as a Stand-alone Device Configuring Audio Driver Settings on the DAW Software Cubase Series Programs 1. Make sure that all applications have been closed. 2. Turn on the UR816C. 3. Confirm the POWER indicator is lit. 4. Double-click the shortcut of Cubase series on the desktop to start Cubase. 5. When the [ASIO Driver Setup] window appears while the Cubase series program is launching, confirm that the device is selected, then click [OK].
Using as a Stand-alone Device Recording/Playback This section explains simple recording operations for using a microphone or electric guitar. Connect a microphone or electric guitar to [MIC/HI-Z 1] jack as shown in the connection examples (page 24). Turn the [+48V] switch on when using a phantom powered condenser microphone. 8. While singing into the microphone or guitar, adjust the output signal level of the headphones with the [PHONES] knob on the device. 9. Click [ ] to start the recording.
Using as a Stand-alone Device Programs other than Cubase Series 1. Launch your DAW software. 2. Open dspMixFx UR-C. For instructions on how to open dspMixFx UR-C, refer to the section “How to Open the Window” (page 8). 3. Adjust the input signal level of the microphone with the [INPUT GAIN] knob on the device. Setting optimum recording levels Adjust the [INPUT GAIN] knobs so that the [PEAK] indicator flashes briefly at the loudest input volume. 4.
Expanding with Other Devices Expanding with Other Devices This section shows how to increase the number of analog input channels you can record by connecting an eightchannel mic preamp. In this example, you can record up to sixteen channels by connecting a maximum of sixteen mics to the devices. Use the [OPTICAL IN] jack (ADAT) on the device to input the audio signal, and use the [WORD CLOCK OUT] jack on the device to output the word clock signal to the mic preamp. 5.
Using the Device without Computer Using the Device without Computer This section shows how to use the device without a computer, allowing you to use it as a standalone mixer or AD/DA converter. You can save the DSP mixer and DSP effect settings configured by the dspMixFx UR-C to the device. These settings are maintained even if you turn off the power of the device. WARNING Make sure that you set all volume levels to minimum before connecting or disconnecting the external device.
Using the Device in HA Mode Using the Device in HA Mode HA mode is a mode that uses the UR816C as a mic preamp. It can be used as an extension of monitor output. In HA mode, the connections from the [INPUT 1to 8] jacks and the [OPTICAL OUT 1 to 8] jack are directly output as shown in the table below. In this condition, input and output cannot be performed at the USB port.
Using with an iOS Device Using with an iOS Device Connection Example WARNING Make sure that you set all volume levels to minimum before connecting or disconnecting the external device. Otherwise, highvolume output may damage your hearing or the equipment. NOTE • Apple accessories may be required when connecting the UR816C with iOS devices. For details, refer to the UR816C Startup Guide. • For the latest information on compatible iOS devices, refer to the Steinberg website below. https://www.steinberg.
Using with an iOS Device Recording/Playback 5. Tap [+ADD] on the left of the screen, then tap [AUDIO] to add an Audio Track. 6. Tap on the far left of your screen to show the track inspector. 7. Tap to show the details window and set the input bus for the track by tapping a number. 8. Tap 9. Adjust the input signal level of the microphone with the [INPUT 1 GAIN] knob on the device. This section explains simple recording operations for using a microphone or electric guitar.
Using with an iOS Device 10. While singing into the microphone, adjust the output signal level of the headphones with the [PHONES] knob on the device. 11. Tap to start the recording. 12. Tap to stop the recording. 13. Tap and slide on the ruler to move the playback position. You can also tap recording. 14. Tap to return the beginning of the to playback the recorded sound.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The power indicator is off Is the AC adaptor connected correctly? The power indicator does not light when power is not supplied to the device. Refer to the Startup Guide instructions to connect the AC adaptor to the device.
Troubleshooting No Sound Is the input/output routing set properly? Refer to the section “Recording/Playback” (page 26) to check the input/output routing in the DAW. Is the monitor speaker switch turned on? Confirm that the monitor speaker switch is turned on. Is the buffer size set too low? Increase the buffer size compared to the current settings; refer to the section “Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver” (page 6) for instructions.
Appendix Appendix Limitations on the Use of Effects Computer Connector Types Six Channel strips and two Guitar Amp Classics are provided in the UR816C. USB 3.0 Type A Simultaneous use of the Channel Strips and Guitar Amp Classics on the same channel is possible since two slots are provided for inserting effects in to each input channel. However, the following restrictions apply. • Two Channel strips and two Guitar Amp Classics cannot be used in the same channel.
Appendix Signal Flows The following chart indicates the signal flow in the device. NOTE • The controllers on the device, such as the [INPUT GAIN] knobs, [OUTPUT] knob are not included in this chart. • To configure each parameter, use the “dspMixFx UR-C” (page 8) or “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series” (page 14). • Please note that you cannot use the built-in Guitar Amp Classics when the sample rate is set to 176.4 kHz or 192 kHz.
Appendix *1 The following chart indicates an effect insertion location. FX REC (ON) FX REC (OFF) From input on the device From input on the device Insert FX SLOT1 SLOT2 To DAW input To DAW input Insert FX SLOT1 SLOT2 To output on the device To output on the device • Set FX REC ON when recording the DSP effect processed signal with the DAW. • Set FX REC OFF when recording a signal without DSP effect processing with the DAW. *2 One of the MIX 1to 4 signals can be sent to the REV-X.
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Appendix iPad UR816C Operation Manual 42
Appendix HA Mode UR816C Operation Manual 43
Appendix General Specifications Power Requirements 38.4 W Dimensions (W x H x D) 446.3 x 45.6 x 225.8 mm Net Weight 2.7 kg Operating Free-air Temperature Range 0 to 40 °C Included Accessories • • • • • • • • AC adaptor (PA-300C or equivalent) USB 3.0 cable (3.1 Gen1, Type-C to Type-A, 1.
Appendix Technical Specifications MIC INPUT 1 to 4 (Balanced) Frequency Response +0.0/-0.3 dB, 20 Hz – 22 kHz Dynamic Range 106 dB, A-Weighted THD+N 0.002%, 1 kHz, -3 dBFS, 22 Hz/22 kHz BPF Maximum Input Level +24 dBu Input Impedance 4k Ohm Gain Range +6 dB – +60 dB Pad -16 dB HI-Z INPUT 1, 2 (Unbalanced) Maximum Input Level +9.
Appendix Digital I/O Interface ADAT ADAT, Optical, 24-bit S/PDIF IEC-60958, Optical, 24-bit PHONES 1, 2 Maximum Output Level 100 mW+100 mW, 40 Ω USB Specification USB 3.0, 32-bit, 44.1 kHz/48 kHz/88.2 kHz/96 kHz/176.
Appendix Uninstalling TOOLS for UR-C Mac To uninstall the software, you must remove the following software one by one. 1. • Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver • Steinberg UR-C Applications • Basic FX Suite Follow the steps below to uninstall TOOLS for UR-C. Disconnect all USB devices other than the mouse and keyboard from the computer. 2. Start the computer and log in to the Administrator account. Exit any open applications and close all open windows. Windows 1.
