Mackie MDR 24/96 Operations Instructions

24 TRACK/24 BIT, DIGITAL AUDIO HARD DISK RECORDEROperation GuideMDR 24MDR 24MDR 24MDR 24MDR 24/96

10MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Setup and ConfigurationThis chapter explains how to set up and configure the MDR24/96 for use in yourstudio. Two application examp

11Operation GuideOperation GuideI/O Cards and CablesWhile the MDR24/96 ships with AIO•8 cards already installed, three other flavorsof I/O cards are a

12MDR 24/96MDR 24/96To replace the AIO-8 cards with different I/O cards:1. If the MDR24/96 is plugged into AC power, unplug it.2. Unscrew the thumbs

13Operation GuideOperation GuideSync Card and Cables - Word Clock and Digital SynchronizationThe Sync Card provides ports to synchronize the MDR24/96’

14MDR 24/96MDR 24/96The following are recommended setups for establishing proper sample clocksynchronization with the devices connected to the MDR24/9

15Operation GuideOperation GuideMackie Media (Optional)The MDR24/96 emulates the tape library tradition with Mackie Media M•90 andMackie Media PROJECT

16MDR 24/96MDR 24/96MFOOT SWTO HDR/MDRREMOTE JACKREMOTE 24DO NOT PLUG INTOETHERNETWARNING TAPE IN/OUTSINPUT OUTPUTINPUT OUTPUTINPUT OUTPUTANALOG I/O A

17Operation GuideOperation GuideDIGI-I/OConfigurationBefore starting a Project, you will need to configure the MDR24/96 I/O cardoptions and synchroniz

18MDR 24/96MDR 24/96PDI•8 CardThe PDI•8 card options include sample rate conversion for each stereo AES/EBUinput, and status bit control (pro/consumer

19Operation GuideOperation GuideSynchronization OptionsSample ClockThe Sample Clock setting determines thesource of the MDR24/96 sample clock. Ifthe M

2MDR 24/96MDR 24/961. Read instuctions — Read, understand and follow all safety and operatinginstructions before using the MDR24/96. 2. Retain Instruc

20MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Time Code ChaseIf the MDR is set to slave to external timecode (MTC or SMPTE time code),engaging the Time Code Chase modecauses th

21Operation GuideOperation Guide<- SYNC OPTIONS [2]-> MMC Pre-RollDevice On Time OnSend MMCUse MMC On/Off to toggle MIDI Machine

22MDR 24/96MDR 24/96<- SYNC OPTIONS [4]Video SR/2 SR/2 Field In OutGenerate SMPTE/MTCThese options allow you to select whetherSMPT

23Operation GuideOperation GuideHookupsThis section shows how the MDR24/96 is typically connected to both analog anddigital consoles (using the Mackie

24MDR 24/96MDR 24/96This example describes the hookup for the D8B console equipped for analog I/O. TAPE IN/OUTSINPUT OUTPUTINPUT OUTPUTINPUT OUTPUTANA

25Operation GuideOperation GuideTDIF Hookup (DIO•8)NoteNoteNoteNoteNote: Determiningwhich unit in Figure 1provides the masterclock depends on yourapp

26MDR 24/96MDR 24/96TDIF Hookup with DIO•8Digital 8•BusAPOGEESYNCAPOGEEWordClockOutWordClockInWordClock Out(MDR24/96as Master)WordClock Out(D8B asMast

27Operation GuideOperation GuideNote:Note:Note:Note:Note: Determiningwhich unit in Figures2 & 3 provides masterclock depends onyour application.AD

28MDR 24/96MDR 24/96ADAT Optical Hookup with DIO•8APOGEESYNCAPOGEEWordClockOutWordClockInADAT Optical InAPOGEEDIGITAL I/OSYNCIN OUTTDIFADAT OPTICALAPO

29Operation GuideOperation GuideADAT Optical InADAT Optical OutDigital•8 BusOPT•8 CardsMDR 24/96Figure 3OPT•8 CardsADAT Optical InADAT Optical OutADAT

3Operation GuideOperation GuideContentsIntroduction ----------------------------5Save your Box! -------------------------------- 5How To Use This Guid

30MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Note:Note:Note:Note:Note: Determiningwhich unit in Figure 4provides masterclock depends onyour application.AES/EBU Hookup (PDI•8)

31Operation GuideOperation GuideAES/EBU Hookup with PDI•8PDI•8AES/EBU I/OAES/EBUCables (DB25)PDI•8 I/O CardsDigital 8•BusMDR 24/96Figure 4APOGEESYNCAP

32MDR 24/96MDR 24/96MDR24/96 OperationNow that you’ve finished installing and configuring the MDR24/96, you’re almostready to start your first Project

33Operation GuideOperation GuideOpening ProjectsThe MDR24/96 organizes audio files and session information into folders calledProjects. When the MDR24

34MDR 24/96MDR 24/96PROJECTBPROJECT MENU [1]->New Open Save DeleteDeleting ProjectsFirst and foremost, backup your projects daily on an ex

35Operation GuideOperation GuideTBACKUPDProject Backup/RestoreWith Mackie Media drives, you can back up your Projects on removable mediathat you can h

36MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Basic Transport OperationsThe MDR24/96 transport and recording controls are similar to those on mostmultitrack tape recorders.Play

37Operation GuideOperation GuideLOC 2LOC 1LOC 2LOC 1 STORELocate Points and LoopingLocate points provide fast access to frequently used locations in y

38MDR 24/96MDR 24/96RecordingSaying the MDR24/96 is just a 24-track recorder is like saying a Ferrari 550is just a car. It’s true, but it misses the p

39Operation GuideOperation Guide4. Use the << and >> SELECT buttons to select a tracknumber from the top line; the selected track number

4MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Appendix A: Troubleshooting and Service----56Appendix B: Specifications --------------------- 56Appendix C: Upgrading the System

40MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Auto TakeSometimes you may want to record multiple passes, each on a differentVirtual Track. Instead of forcing you to manually ch

41Operation GuideOperation Guide24232221201918171615141312111098765432124TRACK /24BIT DIGITAL AUDIO HARD DISK RECORDEROL2471015202530354050OL247101520

42MDR 24/96MDR 24/96OL2504710152025303540+22 dBudBuequivalent+20–28 dBu+18+15+12+7+2–3–8–13–184. After adjusting the tape output levels for each cons

43Operation GuideOperation GuideRehearseRehearse (only available on the remote control) is a tool that you can use todetermine if a punch-in at your c

44MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Solo (Remote Only): This choice is available for the Remote Footswitch but not for theMDR24/96 Footswitch. Although you cannot sol

45Operation GuideOperation GuideDelete LastOne way to save disk space is to use the DELETE LAST button after a badrecording pass. One of the benefits

46MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Track EditThe TRACK/EDIT button gives you access to the set of non-destructive editingtools on the MDR24/96. The MDR24/96 allows y

47Operation GuideOperation Guide3. Look at the screen and you will see a Starttime and End time (you will not see an Endtime if you have chosen Paste

48MDR 24/96MDR 24/96START:00:02:17:12 END:00:02:20:04 (trackselect = record) Start End Cancel CopyCopyAccess the Copy command by firstpressing TRAC

49Operation GuideOperation GuideAudio DAudio EClipboardAudio DAudio B Audio EAudio BSource TrackSource TrackClipboardAudio BInsertAccess the Paste com

5Operation GuideOperation GuideIntroductionSave your Box!Uncle Jeff’s Bottom Ten Reasons to Save the Box:10. You think boxes grow on trees?9. It’s act

50MDR 24/96MDR 24/96List item number you arecurrently on. As you undo or redoitems you will see this numberdecrease or increase. Keep note ofthis numb

51Operation GuideOperation GuideEditing ExamplesThe following are examples of specific applications of the MDR24/96 editingcommands. These illustrate

52MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Making a Vocal CompWhen recording vocals, it is often necessary to record multiple takes and combinethem into a perfect vocal comp

53Operation GuideOperation GuideEditing on a ComputerThe MDR24/96 allows youto transfer a file to yourcomputer for editing, andthen transfer it back t

54MDR 24/96MDR 24/96DISK UTILITY MENU Mount Format Verifyor 2000 on it, or with any Mac that has File Exchange or PC Exchange installed(Mac OS 7 or

55Operation GuideOperation GuideTo Verify the Performance of external media:1. Press the DISK UTIL button. If the Active Drive is the Internal drive,

56MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Appendix B: SpecificationsPhysicalDimensions: 7" x 19" x 13.25" (17.8 cm x 48.3 cm x 33.7 cm)Shipping Weight:

57Operation GuideOperation GuideAppendix C: Upgrading the System SoftwareYou may be wondering about the two disks included with the MDR24/96? Thesedi

58MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Pin 1 + Ch 8 Ch16 Ch24Pin 2 shield Ch 8 Ch16 Ch24Pin 3 – Ch 7 Ch15 Ch23Pin 4 + Ch 6 Ch14 Ch22Pin 5 shield Ch 6 Ch14 Ch22Pin 6 – Ch

59Operation GuideOperation GuideAppendix E: Compatible CablesAnalog and Digital Multitrack CablesThe following companies supply analog and digital mu

6MDR 24/96MDR 24/96ConventionsThe MDR24/96 Quick Start Guide uses the following conventions to help you findinformation quickly:Text Conventionsa) Fi

60MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Marshall ElectronicsPO Box 2027, Culver City, CA 90231Tel: (800) 800-6608; Fax: (310) 391-8926http://www.mars-cam.com/cable.htmlAI

61Operation GuideOperation GuideAppendix F: Networking (FTP) SetupThe MDR24/96 comes to you with a handy 10/100 Base-T local area network(LAN) card b

62MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Hardware InterconnectionFor the simple network described here, simply plug one end of the cable into theEthernet port on the netwo

63Operation GuideOperation Guide SYSTEM MEN [1]-> Run FTP Setup MDS FTP Turbo TCP NetworkSystem #1 Settings (MDR24/96)Most computers w

64MDR 24/96MDR 24/96System #2 Settings (second computer or other Ethernet device)Windows 95/98Configuring TCP/IP:From the Windows Start button, select

65Operation GuideOperation GuideMacintosh OS 9.2.11. From the Apple menu choose Control Panels and select TCP/IP.2. From the File menu choose Config

66MDR 24/96MDR 24/96FTP Client ConfigurationThere are a number of FTP clients available for both PC and Macintosh platforms.This generic example may n

67Operation GuideOperation GuideAlthough LAN computers may connect to a WAN, such practice is typicallyachieved by the use of a “Gateway” or “Firewall

68MDR 24/96MDR 24/96HubA Hub is an active device that is designed to connect several Ethernet devicesin a “star” network. Each device connects to the

69Operation GuideOperation GuideREWINDFAST FWDPLAYSTOPRECORDSELECTSELECTSELECTSELECTONPOWERLOC 2LOC 1 STORELOOP1–2RECSAFEAUTOTAKET-CODECHASETRACK/EDIT

7Operation GuideOperation GuidePairs of SELECT buttons with << >> displayed above them are used to selectamong choices or move a curso

70MDR 24/96MDR 24/96M TAPE IN/OUTSINPUT OUTPUTINPUT OUTPUTINPUT OUTPUTANALOG I/O ANALOG I/O ANALOG I/O

71Operation GuideOperation GuideColophonOperation Guide text composed by Dana Bourke, Benjamin Olswang and Tony Baird,based on a ballet by Jeff Gilber

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8MDR 24/96MDR 24/96Status LEDsThe group of LEDs to the left of the time code displayindicates the state of several of the current setup options.• 44

9Operation GuideOperation GuideAbout “Tape”No, you’re not reading the wrong manual. Our goal was to build a hard disk recorder that iscomfortable for