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2.1.6. Preferences 2.1.7. Pedals 2.1.8. MIDI 2.1.9. Analog Refs 2.1.10. Network 2.1.11. Updating your H9000 Firmware 2.2. Setting up Your H9000R 2.2.1. Connecting to Emote With an Ethernet Connection 2.2.2. Connecting to Emote With a Wi-Fi Connection 2.2.3. Switching Networks 2.2.4.
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6. Using the H9000 as a Computer Audio Interface 6.1. Changing the USB Audio Sample Rate 6.2. Using the H9000 with macOS 6.2.1. Using the H9000 With Your Existing Computer Audio Interface 6.3. Using the H9000 with Windows 6.3.1. Setting Sample Rate on the H9000 using Windows...
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B.1. So t Reset / Access Point Mode / Clear Current State B.2. Fail Safe Updater / Recovery Mode B.3. Factory Reset B.4. USB Dump Data B.5. USB Self-Test Mode C. H9000 MIDI Functionality C.1. Velocity C.2. Trigger C.3. Toggle C.4. Note Number C.5.
Congratulations on your purchase of the Eventide H9000, the new agship processor in the Eventide product line. The H9000 is designed to be an incredibly versatile tool, allowing you to process a large number of channels using the latest digital and networked audio formats, and o ering the great sounding e ects you have always loved from Eventide.
• User’s manual 1.2. Features The H9000 is designed to be easy to use while giving you power, control, and versatility through the implementation of the following features: 1.2.1. Multiple Quad ARM Processors The H9000 uses multiple cutting-edge e ects processors, allowing it to process a large number of I/O...
1.2.9. Compatibility with VSig3 Editing So tware VSig3 is a cross-platform visual editor that enables the creation of custom algorithms for the H9000. It is available for download here: https://www.eventideaudio.com/products/so tware/algorithm-...
1. Introduction 1.3. Hierarchy In order to get the most out of your H9000, please familiarize yourself with the four main terms below, which represent the “hierarchy” used in the product: • Session • FX Chain • Algorithm • Parameter Note The standard H9000’s front panel contains dedicated hardware buttons for all four of the above...
1.3.2. FX Chain The H9000 allows you to chain up to four algorithms together into a custom FX Chain. The FX chain is fed by audio inputs, then the audio is routed through up to four algorithms, and then nally to audio outputs.
FFT or a reverb network. An Algorithm in the H9000 is a combination of some of these modules, and of certain variable values associated with the modules that make up that algorithm. The designer of the algorithm might choose to set some variables of some modules to a speci c value that cannot be changed by the user, while allowing that user to change the values of other variables.
1.3.4. Parameter Parameters are the individual adjustments you can make within an algorithm (or FX chain). On the H9000, when you navigate to a speci c algorithm you are presented with its speci c parameters, which you can easily adjust.
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2. Setup 2. Setup 2.1. Setting up Your H9000 Press the Setup button to enter the Setup menus for the H9000. The le t-hand side of the display shows a list of areas you can customize, including: • Info •...
2.1.1. Info The Info screen is a display only; none of its settings can be adjusted. It provides a high-level overview of your H9000 unit, with the following information: 2.1.1.1. System Info This column displays: •...
This column displays revision and ID information for the DSP modules installed in your unit. 2.1.2. Expansion cards This column displays information on any expansion card(s) that are installed in the H9000’s three expansion slots (which are labeled slots A, B, and C).
2. Setup The Name screen allows you to create a custom name for your H9000. With custom names assigned, you can easily select the desired unit when using multiple units and controlling them with Emote. To assign a custom name to your unit: •...
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Word Clock Termination Status To use the H9000 at the end of a word clock chain, enable Word Clock Termination. To use the H9000 in the middle of a word clock chain, disable Word Clock Termination and use a BNC T piece.
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FX chain; you choose which one you wish to make active. The Digital Audio Mode menu is where this selection is made. Use the Digital Audio mode selector to pick your preferred connector, which will then be available in the audio routing menus of the H9000. Available choices include: •...
The tempo menu provides controls for setting the H9000’s tempo. The unit’s tempo a ects the H9000’s many time-based e ects, which can be synchronized to various clock sources. For example, a delay algorithm’s repeats can be synchronized to an incoming MIDI clock or your DAW.
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2. 1 .5. 1 .3. MIDI Clock In this mode, the H9000 will automatically set the tempo to an incoming MIDI signal (as long as that MIDI signal contains a valid MIDI clock signal). The external MIDI clock signal can arrive either via DIN, or USB-B.
2. Setup 2.1.6. Preferences The Preferences section controls various aspects of the H9000’s display. Use the cursor keys to highlight the setting you wish to adjust, then use the Enter key and/or wheel to adjust the setting. 2.1.6.1. Screen Brightness This control adjusts the brightness of the front panel screen on a scale of 1-10.
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2.1.6.7. Bonjour Enabled Turning this setting to “On” con gures the H9000 to advertise its services using the “Bonjour” protocol on the local area network. Bonjour is a zero-con guration network protocol that allows the H9000 to be automatically discovered by the Emote so tware.
2. Setup 2.1.7. Pedals The H9000 allows connection of up to four independent foot pedals; these pedals can be a “switch” type (on/o ) or a “continuous” type (volume) pedal. When setting up an FX chain and its underlying algorithms, you can map the action of the footswitch/foot pedals to any parameter of your choosing, allowing expressive control of the e ects.
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A ter you have selected the mode appropriate for your connected switch/pedal, press the Enter key to save your selection. 2.1.7.2. Calibrating Your Attached Pedals and Switches Once you have selected your desired type of pedal/switch, the H9000 will populate the rest of the display with relevant calibration tools. •...
2.1.7.3. Control Voltages The H9000 can also be controlled using up to 4 control voltage sources. To do so, follow the instructions for setting up and calibrating an expression pedal. CV 1+2 will correspond to the TIP and RING of Expression Pedal 1, CV 3+4 will correspond to the TIP and RING of Expression Pedal 2.
The Analog Reference Levels screen allows you to set the levels for the eight analog inputs and outputs present on the 25-pin DSUB connectors. This allows the H9000 to be installed in a wide variety of environments, and interface at an optimum level with a professional and some consumer equipment.
1-2 of the DSUB connector will also a ect the XLR inputs and outputs. 2.1.10. Network The network screen controls settings for connecting your H9000 to a standard Local Area Network. Once a network connection is established, you can use the Emote so tware to view and control H9000 parameters and update your H9000’s rmware.
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2.1.10.2. Wireless Setup To connect the H9000 to a wireless network: Connect the included Wi-Fi dongle to one of the H9000’s four USB ports. On the network screen, any available wireless networks will be automatically listed beneath the Ethernet option.
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You can use the Emote so tware with the H9000 on this private network in environments where there is no LAN for the H9000 and the computer running Emote to connect to each other. To create an Access Point, press the so t key “START WIFI A/P”.
2.1.11. Updating your H9000 Firmware 2.1.11.1. Firmware Update Your H9000 must be connected to Emote to update. This can be via a network connection using ethernet or WIFI, or a direct ethernet connection to your computer. Do not interrupt the network connection to your H9000 or close Emote during the update process.
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Once a connection to Emote has been established, go to the Devices View (the button labeled 9K in the menu bar) and locate the H9000 Firmware version at the bottom le t corner of the page. Click on “Updates” and you will be presented with a list of available rmware updates to choose from. Select a rmware version and click the “Install”...
2.2. Setting up Your H9000R The H9000R lacks front panel controls, so all setup and con guration is done using Emote. Emote can initially connect to the H9000 in three ways: Ethernet, directly to the computer. Ethernet, through your local area network.
Services. This installs a system component for nding any Bonjour services on the network, which allows your H9000 to show up in Emote automatically without needing to manually enter an IP address. A ter installing Bonjour Print Services, restart your computer, then open Emote.
Press the Save/Import button to save the di erent types of presets to internal memory, as well as optionally saving to a user-supplied USB drive. Long-press the Save/Import button to import saved presets into the H9000. See the section “Saving and Importing” for more details.
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These eight unlabeled buttons (four on either side of the display) allow you to quickly navigate the H9000’s front panel user interface. The so t keys correspond to di erent functions and are always context sensitive to the currently screen.
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Mode Buttons The H9000 has four dedicated Mode buttons that let you switch to any of the editing modes with a single touch. The selected button illuminates to indicate the current mode.
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◦ import any H9000 presets you have created or perform an o ine rmware update. Attach the included USB Wi-Fi dongle to connect the H9000 to a local area network ◦ Connect a class-compliant USB MIDI controller for real-time adjustment of many H9000 ◦...
3. Hardware Note If you install the H9000 in a location where working with the front panel is not practical or convenient, all adjustments can also be made using Emote. 3.2. H9000R Front Panel The H9000R front panel has the following controls: Power Press the latching power button to turn the H9000R on or o .
Startup Sequences (Section 3.3. Rear Panel The H9000 and H9000R have an identical rear panels. They o er a wide variety of audio and data connections, allowing them to be used in many di erent environments and work ows. Power Connector Connect the H9000 to your power source using a standard IEC power cable.
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3. Hardware The H9000 has 2 1/4” TRS inputs that allow for a variety of external control sources including expression pedals, foot switches, control voltages, or a combination. Relay (x2) The dual ¼” relay connectors allow the H9000 actions to close external circuits.
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Connect a class-compliant USB MIDI controller (Section C) ◦ USB B Connector Connect the H9000 to your Mac or PC, allowing you to use it as a 16-input, 16-output computer audio interface (Section AES/EBU Connector This 25-pin DSUB female connector allows you to feed the H9000 with eight channels of AES- EBU digital audio, and also allows the unit to output eight channels.
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3. Hardware This 25-pin female DSUB connector feeds the H9000 with 8 channels of balanced analog audio input. Tascam Standard pinout. Analog Output 8-channel This 25-pin female DSUB connector outputs 8 channels of balanced analog audio. Tascam Standard pinout. Note You can adjust the operating level of the 8-channel analog inputs and outputs in the Setup menu, between +4dBu and -10dBv.
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3. Hardware This BNC connector allows the H9000 to sync its digital system clock to an incoming word clock signal. It is compatible with word clock signals ranging in sample rate from 44.1kHz to 96kHz. Word Clock Output This BNC connector outputs the H9000’s digital clock signal at the unit’s currently con gured sample rate.
4. Front Panel Operation 4. Front Panel Operation In this section, we will show you how to navigate the H9000 front panel and operate the unit. Note This chapter is not necessary for H9000R users. 4.1. A Note on “Latching” So t Keys: The H9000 UI has context-sensitive “so t keys”...
Cancel or OK so t keys. Note that you cannot delete factory sessions. These sessions are meant to always be available on the H9000 and never be removed. 4.3.5. Rename Press the Rename so t key to rename a currently highlighted session. You will then be presented with the naming screen where you can enter a new name.
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Press the Add FX Chain so t key to add a new FX chain to the currently loaded session. You can have up to four FX chains in your H9000. The H9000 will prompt you to select a name and I/O con guration for the FX chain, which will be routed automatically upon creation.
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4. Front Panel Operation do not require any of the external processing the H9000 can provide, the eight analog input and outputs, along with their di erent routing options, allows the H9000 to work as a network-attached patch bay. In the Direct I/O screen, use the cursor keys to highlight the input/output you wish to assign, then use the wheel to select the physical input/output you wish to use in your direct I/O pathway.
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Product Type H9 as well as E ect Type Reverb. In this way, you can reach the same algorithm in several di erent ways. This powerful feature is a great way to narrow down the H9000’s vast list of FX chains to a more manageable selection that is appropriate to the task at hand.
4.5. Algorithms In the H9000, each FX chain can contain up to four separate signal processing algorithms. The Algorithms screen is where you work with these speci c algorithms; you can navigate to it by either: •...
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Their signal routing con guration Note The H9000 allows not only serial routing of algorithms, but also parallel and mixed serial/ parallel routing as well. The expert page is where you can view and control this aspect of the routing.
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4.5.3.8. List Press the latching List so t key to view the main list of all algorithms available on the H9000. To the right of the list is a description eld that shows information for the currently highlighted algorithm, including: •...
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As you add tags, the main list of algorithms will be ltered to only show algorithms that contain text matching the tag(s) you have selected. This powerful feature is a great way to narrow down the H9000’s vast list of algorithms to a more manageable selection, one that is appropriate for the task at hand.
4. Front Panel Operation 4.6. Parameters On the H9000, each algorithm contains a set of parameters; you adjust these parameters to adjust the sound of the algorithm you have selected. For example, a reverb algorithm contains parameters for settings such as room size, decay time, pre- delay, and so on.
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MIDI controllers, expression pedals, footswitches, control voltages, etc. The MIDI functionality on the H9000 is “plug-and-play”. You can connect a MIDI device to the 5-pin MIDI-in DIN port, or connect a MIDI class compliant interface to one of the USB connectors. All MIDI Channel con guration is done when individual controllers are mapped, as opposed to in a central MIDI settings screen.
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• The external controller and the parameter are now paired. 4.6.1.2. Custom Map The Custom Map feature is also designed to map controllers to H9000 parameters, but with a much ner level of control. It works as follows: • Use the cursor keys to navigate to the parameter you wish to custom map a controller to, then press the Custom Map so t key.
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Give it a whirl with your favorite algorithm and see what happens… 4.6.1.4. Functions Functions in the H9000 act much like Macros in Ableton Live; essentially, they are higher-level groupings of parameters that can be adjusted with a single knob.
4. Front Panel Operation 4.7. Meters The H9000 o ers an 8-channel set of dedicated three-segment hardware LED meters, positioned above the front panel color display. These LED meters are always active. The rst segment of the hardware LED meter represents signal presence, at any dB level. The second segment, if lit, means the signal is reaching -6dB, which represents nominal headroom and nominal S/N ratio.
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• highlighted metering channel, and that channel will now show the assignment above the channel number. On a stock H9000 unit with no expansion cards installed, the following single input/output channels can be assigned to the each meter: • •...
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The I/O meters screen shows which bank of I/O metering you are on in the upper le t corner, and which of the 8 pages you are on in the upper-right corner. On a stock H9000 with no expansion cards...
The H9000 allows you to save various types of data, both to its internal memory or a USB drive connected to any of the USB ports. Once you have saved this data to an attached USB drive, you can import it to a di erent H9000, allowing you to easily share your work among machines.
If you have a USB stick plugged in, you will also see the “Export” options. The export options will NOT appear in the list if no drive is attached. Whereas “Saving” refers to storing something onto the H9000’s internal memory, “Exporting” transfers it from the H9000 to the ash drive.
When Saving with a USB stick plugged in, you’ll also be given the option to also export a ter the save is complete. 4.8.3. Importing Once you have saved H9000 data to a USB drive, that data can be imported to any H9000 unit by connecting the drive. Importing works as follows: •...
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4. Front Panel Operation Note Any algorithms you load would be sourced from a development environment, such as Eventide’s “VSig” so tware editor. The VSig so tware is available for download at: https:// www.eventideaudio.com/products/so tware/algorithm-editor/vsig3 Use the cursor up/down keys or wheel to select the data you wish to load, then press the SELECT key;...
Scenes are used to control sequenced program changes in the H9000. This mode can be useful when you are using the H9000 in a live environment such as a concert or theatrical production, and wish to “step through” di erent pre-con gured states in an order you have set up in advance.
VST3, VST, AU, and AAX plugin formats. Emote gives you control of all of the features and settings of your H9000 e ects processor, allowing you to cra t your e ects quickly and intuitively. Think of Emote as your artistic partner, letting you dig deeper into the creative potential of the H9000.
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◦ Save As: Save an Fx Chain le to your computer. ◦ Save To H9000: Save an Fx Chain le to the connected H9000. ◦ Algorithm Import Algorithm: Currently only supports the .9ka le format. To upload algorithms in the ◦...
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Minimize ( ◦ ctrl/⌘ Meter Bridge: Displays all of the H9000’s hardware IO meters in a separate window that ◦ allows you to view any physical IO source or destination in banks of 8. This is useful for debugging setup issues or doing more precise gain staging, as these meters are hardware- based, unlike the so tware metering provided within each FX chain.
TAP: Click the TAP button a single time to temporarily display the current tempo used by the ◦ H9000. Click the TAP tab repeatedly to manually set a new tempo. MUTE: Click the MUTE tab to toggle global mute on/o .
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Emote is launched on a speci c machine. Click on the + Icon at the bottom of the Browser to manually enter the IP address of an H9000 on the network.
Emote is needed in a given DAW project, and it does not matter which audio track it is placed on. Note Using Emote as a plug-in does not automatically route audio connections to the H9000, all audio connections must be con gured by using your selected DAW’s method of routing external audio e ects.
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H9000. In this case, automating any unused ones won’t have any e ect. If you replace an FX chain within the H9000, the DAW automation data will still exist, and will apply to whatever parameters are assigned to the Function in the newly created FX chain...
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H9000’s DAW state data, simply reload the DAW project without saving. Note While the DAW State Recall is a useful feature for saving your H9000 data, it is best practice to also save a H9000 session with all of your settings.
6. Using the H9000 as a Computer Audio Interface The H9000 can stream 16 inputs and 16 outputs to/from your Windows or macOS DAW, serving as a powerful outboard e ects processor for your DAW’s tracks. 6.1. Changing the USB Audio Sample Rate When using the H9000 as a USB audio device, the H9000 is always the USB clock source and determines the sample rate.
When the sample rates match again, the warning message will be cleared and the audio un-muted. Warning If you change the sample rate in the DAW rst, you will have to change it again once the H9000’s clock is changed to match. This is because the H9000 cannot force the computer to re-sync at the new rate;...
The H9000 is an outboard e ects processor, not a traditional, standalone “Computer Audio Interface” with control room monitoring functions. As a result, you will likely want to use the H9000’s computer connectivity in conjunction with your main computer audio interface.
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In your DAW of choice, select the Aggregate Device as your audio device for the DAW to use. • You will now have the I/O of your main audio interface AND the 16-input/output channels of the H9000 available to use in your DAW session as needed. • Ensure that the sample rates match on the following: The H9000’s internal clock...
6.3. Using the H9000 with Windows The H9000 is compatible with computers running Windows 10 and higher. In order to use the H9000 as an audio interface with Windows, you must install the Windows driver, which can be downloaded at https://www.eventideaudio.com/support/product/9106/installers...
6. Using the H9000 as a Computer Audio Interface 6.3.1. Setting Sample Rate on the H9000 using Windows Depending on the setup of your Windows machine, the H9000’s USB sample rate can be changed one of two ways: Windows OS method: Click the Windows menu bar icon on the bottom le t of your screen.
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7. Expansion Cards 7. Expansion Cards The H9000 o ers optional network audio I/O via 3 expansion card slots with up to 32 channels of bidirectional audio each. Once installed, they will be listed on the front panel’s Setup page and Emote’s Devices View, and will appear as I/O channels within Emote and on the front panel.
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7. Expansion Cards 7.1. MADI • Supports full AES5 compatibility • Sample Rate Clock Sources: H9000 or the selected MADI RX Stream • 32 In / 32 Out operation from 44.1kHz to 96kHz. • Optical, Coax or ExpressCard (RME proprietary) connections.
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Audinate Brooklyn II Dante Module based design • 32 In / 32 Out operation from 44.1kHz to 96kHz. • Sample Rate Clock Sources: Brooklyn II Module, Dante network, H9000 • AES67 Support • Either 2 Primary and 2 Redundant Networks Connections or 4 Primary Network Connections...
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H9000 via the expansion card’s DigiLink ports. To use the H9000 as a H/W insert in Pro Tools, rst you have to check your Hardware Setup page in Pro Tools to see which inserts the H9000 will correspond to.
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Highlighting a device in the Peripherals window will allow you to view its I/O settings. In Pro Tools, the hardware inserts for HD I/O #1 and #2 will appear as A 1-16 and B 1-16. Since the H9000 is plugged into the Secondary port (HD I/O #3 and #4), its corresponding hardware inserts will be C 1-16 and D 1-16.
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7. Expansion Cards In the example below, the Pro Tools insert C 5-6 will route to the H9000 HD expansion I/O 5-6. The H9000 counts the total number of expansion card I/O as one 32 channel device, while Pro Tools splits these up into 2 separate 16 channel devices.
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Pro Tools Session. 7.3.4.2. Clock Source Displays either “Internal” or “LoopSync”. If the H9000 is the Clock Source in Pro Tools, then this will display “Internal”. If another HD device is the Clock Source in Pro Tools, then this will display “LoopSync”...
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Indicates whether your H9000 is clock source in the LoopSync or if it is receiving clock externally. If GREEN, your H9000 is serving as the “Loop Master” to the rest of your HD System. If RED, your H9000 is receiving clock from another source through the LoopSync of your HD System.
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Suitable ventilation must be provided for the unit at all times. In particular, the side vents must not be obstructed. It is best if there is an inch or more clearance between the top of the H9000 and the bottom of the units above and below.
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The warranty DOES NOT COVER shipping damage, either to or from Eventide. If you receive a new unit from us in damaged condition, notify the carrier and us; we will arrange to le an insurance claim and either repair or exchange the unit.
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The one-year warranty period begins on the day the unit is purchased from an Authorized Eventide Dealer or, if the unit is drop-shipped from Eventide, on the day shipped, plus a reasonable allowance for shipping delays. This applies whether or not you return your warranty registration form.
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8.3.1. Who Performs Warranty Work The only company authorized to perform work under this warranty is Eventide Inc., Little Ferry, New Jersey. While you are free to give personal authorization to anyone else (or to work on it yourself), we will not honor claims for payment for parts or labor from you or from third parties.
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This will clear the current state of the H9000, and enable the Wi-Fi Access Point (as long as a Wi-Fi dongle is plugged into a USB-A port on the H9000). This does not a ect any of your saved sessions or presets, but will clear the currently loaded session, which includes all settings in Setup View.
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To install an update using a FAT-32 formatted USB ash drive: • Download the “USB Installer for H9000”, which is available on the Eventide website. If for any reason you need a speci c rmware version, please contact support@eventide.com and we will provide you with the correct USB installer.
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Emote and select the “Dump Data” option. The USB Dump Data feature can also be done using Emote for either type of H9000. In the Devices View, click the Update button, and a button to “Dump Data” will be available. This is useful if you’d like to make a backup of your H9000’s data before updating its rmware.
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• Connect the drive to a USB port on the H9000. On the H9000, power on the unit while holding both the CHECK and X keys for at least two • seconds and wait for it to boot into self-test mode. You will see a progress bar that indicates the tests are being performed.
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C. H9000 MIDI Functionality C. H9000 MIDI Functionality On the H9000, MIDI is always on and received simultaneously by all of the USB ports as well as the MIDI-in DIN connector. The H9000 does not currently transmit or respond to any SysEx messages.
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C. H9000 MIDI Functionality C.4. Note Number Uses the whole range of the keyboard, using the note number as the control value. C.5. Note To Hz Uses the whole range of the keyboard, and emits a control value equal to the actual frequency of the note being played.
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