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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
1- Introduction
Welcome!
Greeting and introduction to the E-MU Digital Audio System.
2 - Installation
Setting Up the Digital Audio System
Step-by-step guide for installing the E-MU Digital Audio System.
Notes for Installation
Important notes and warnings regarding the installation process.
Safety First!
Critical safety precautions to follow during hardware installation.
Connector Types
Identification and description of various connectors used.
3 - PCI Card & Interfaces
The E-MU 1010 PCI Card
Details about the core PCI card, its features, and connections.
The 0202 Daughter Card
Information about the 0202 Daughter Card, its connections, and functionality.
The AudioDock
Overview of the AudioDock interface, its inputs, and outputs.
Rear Panel Connections
Description of the AudioDock's rear panel connections and ports.
4 - The PatchMix DSP Mixer
PatchMix DSP
Introduction to the PatchMix DSP mixer software.
Overview of the Mixer
Explains the main sections and layout of the PatchMix DSP mixer.
Mixer Window
Detailed breakdown of the mixer window sections and their functions.
E-MU Icon in the Windows Taskbar
How to access PatchMix DSP via the system tray icon.
The Toolbar
Overview of the buttons and functions in the PatchMix DSP toolbar.
The Session
Information on saving and managing mixer setups as sessions.
New Session
Steps to create a new mixer session, including template selection.
Open Session
How to load previously saved mixer sessions.
Save Session
How to save the current mixer configuration.
Session Settings
Accessing and configuring system, MIDI, and I/O settings.
System Settings
Configuration of clock source, sample rate, and sync settings.
Using External Clock
How to synchronize the system with external clock sources.
MIDI Settings
Configuration options for MIDI ports and MTC.
I/O Settings
Adjusting input/output levels and digital format settings.
Input Mixer Strips
Overview of the different sections within input mixer strips.
Input Type
Explanation of how input types are displayed and configured.
Inserts
How to add effects and other processing to mixer strips.
Pan Controls
Controls for positioning audio in the stereo field.
Aux Sends
How to send signals to auxiliary buses for effects or submixes.
Volume Control
Controls the output level of mixer strips.
Mute/Solo Buttons
Buttons for muting or soloing individual mixer strips.
Mixer Strip Creation
Steps for creating new mixer strips with various input sources.
Multichannel WAVE Files
Information on supported multichannel audio file formats.
Windows Media Player/DVD/Surround Sound Playback
How to configure playback for surround sound formats.
Insert Section
Details on inserting effects and routing options within mixer strips.
Working with Inserts
Practical guidance on utilizing the insert functionality.
The Insert Menu
Accessing options for managing inserts via a context menu.
To Add a Send Insert:
Steps to split a signal and send it to an output.
To Add a Send/Return Insert:
Steps to send a signal to an external device and return it.
Using External Sends & Returns
Connecting external gear using send/return inserts.
To Insert an External Signal Processing Device:
Procedure for inserting external audio processing.
ASIO Direct Monitor Send/Return
Using ASIO 2.0 for zero-latency monitoring.
To Add an ASIO Direct Monitor Send/Return:
Steps for setting up ASIO direct monitoring.
Meter Inserts
Using peak meters to monitor signal levels in the mixer.
To Set the Input Levels of a Strip
Guide to setting optimal input signal levels.
Making the Best Possible Recording
Best practices for achieving high-quality digital recordings.
Trim Pot Insert
Using the trim pot insert for gain adjustment and phase inversion.
Test Tone/Signal Generator Insert
Utilizing the insert for test tones and signal generation.
Managing Your Inserts
Procedures for deleting, bypassing, and soloing inserts.
To Delete an Insert:
How to remove an insert from a mixer strip.
To Bypass an Insert:
How to temporarily disable an insert effect.
To Solo an Insert:
How to isolate the sound of a single insert effect.
Aux Section
How auxiliary sends are used for effects and submixes.
Other Uses of the Aux Sends
Alternative applications for auxiliary sends as mix buses.
Pre or Post Fader Aux Sends
Explanation of pre-fader and post-fader aux send behavior.
Level, Pan, Solo & Mute Controls
Description of controls for strip level, panning, muting, and soloing.
Main Section
Overview of controls for the main mix, monitor, and effect parameters.
TV Screen & Selectors
Using the TV screen to view and control effects, inputs, and outputs.
Effect
How to display and program effect parameters in the TV screen.
Input
Display of physical and host input routing in the mixer.
Output
Display of physical and host output routing in the mixer.
Auxiliary Effects & Returns
Assigning effects to auxiliary buses and managing returns.
Sync/Sample Rate Indicators
Understanding the indicators for sync status and sample rate.
Output Section
Overview of main inserts, output fader, and monitor controls.
5 - Effects
Overview
Introduction to the DSP effects included with the system.
The Effects Palette
How to access and use the effects library and presets.
To Select an Effect
Steps for choosing and applying effects from the palette.
To Edit an Effect
Process for adjusting effect parameters on the TV screen.
To Delete an Effect
How to remove an effect from an insert location.
FX Insert Chains
How to save, manage, and use chains of effects.
To Save FX Insert Chains
Steps for saving a group of effects as a chain.
Creating, Renaming & Deleting Categories or Presets
Utilities for organizing effects presets and categories.
To Create a New Preset Category
Steps to create new folders for organizing presets.
To Delete an Effect Category or Preset
How to delete effect categories or individual presets.
To Rename an Effects Category
Steps to rename existing preset categories.
Importing and Exporting Core FX Presets and FX Insert Chains
Utilities for sharing and managing effects presets.
FX Edit Screen
Interface for editing and programming individual effects parameters.
To Bypass an Insert:
How to temporarily disable an insert effect.
To Solo an Insert:
How to isolate the sound of a single insert effect.
User Preset Section
Accessing and managing user-created effect presets.
To Select a User Preset
How to load a saved user preset.
To Create a New User Preset
Steps to save current effect settings as a new user preset.
To Delete a User Preset
How to remove a user-created preset.
To Rename a User Preset
How to change the name of a user preset.
To Overwrite or Save a User Preset
How to update an existing user preset with new settings.
Core Effects and Effects Presets
Information on core effects and how presets are stored.
List of Core Effects
A list of all available core effects algorithms.
DSP Resource Usage
Factors affecting the number of simultaneous effects.
Core Effects Descriptions
Detailed descriptions of individual core effects.
1-Band Para EQ
Explanation of the parametric equalizer effect.
1-Band Shelf EQ
Explanation of the shelving equalizer effect.
3-Band EQ
Explanation of the 3-band equalizer effect.
4-Band EQ
Explanation of the 4-band equalizer effect.
Auto-Wah
Description of the auto-wah filter effect.
Chorus
Description of the chorus effect for creating stereo width.
Compressor
Explanation of the compressor effect and its parameters.
Basic Controls
Explanation of the core controls for the compressor effect.
Distortion
Description of the distortion effect for adding grit.
Flanger
Description of the flanger effect for creating sweep sounds.
Freq Shifter
Description of the frequency shifter effect.
Leveling Amp
Description of the leveling amplifier effect.
Lite Reverb
Description of the lite reverb effect for simulating spaces.
Mono Delays - 100, 250, 500, 750, 1500, 3000
Details on the mono delay effects and their parameters.
Phase Shifter
Description of the phase shifter effect.
Rotary
Description of the rotary speaker simulation effect.
Speaker Simulator
Description of the speaker cabinet simulation effect.
Stereo Delays - 100, 250, 500, 750, 1500
Details on the stereo delay effects and their parameters.
Stereo Reverb
Description of the stereo reverb effect.
Vocal Morpher
Description of the vocal morpher effect.
E-MU PowerFX
Introduction to using E-MU PowerFX as VST inserts.
To Setup & Use E-MU PowerFX:
Guide to setting up and using E-MU PowerFX in Cubase LE.
Automating E-MU PowerFX
How to automate PowerFX parameters within a host application.
E-MU PowerFX Resource Availability
Information on resource limitations and compatibility.
E-MU PowerFX Compatibility Chart
Compatibility of E-MU PowerFX with various audio applications.
Rendering Audio with E-MU PowerFX
Process and tips for rendering audio with PowerFX.
General Tips for Rendering using PowerFX
Advice for optimizing PowerFX rendering performance.
Tips for using Freeze Mode on Cubase LE
Specific tips for Cubase LE users regarding freeze mode.
Using E-MU PowerFX with WaveLab and SoundForge
Troubleshooting stuttering issues with specific applications.
E-MU E-Wire VST
Introduction to the E-Wire VST/ASIO bridge for routing.
To Setup and use E-Wire:
Steps for setting up and using the E-Wire VST plugin.
E-Delay Compensation
Explanation of delay compensation for VST hosts.
E-Delay Units Parameter
How to set the units for the E-Delay Compensator.
Grouping Tracks
How to group tracks for E-Delay Compensation.
6 - Using High Sample Rates
Overview
Explains changes in mixer functionality at higher sample rates.
E-MU 1820 System at 88.2k/96k (1010 PCI Card & AudioDock)
Details on the 1820 system's performance at 88.2k/96k.
E-MU 1820 Inputs/Outputs at 88.2kHz or 96kHz
Table showing I/O configurations at higher sample rates.
E-MU 1212M System at 88.2k or 96k (1010 PCI Card & I/O Card)
Details on the 1212M system at 88.2k/96k.
E-MU 1212M Inputs/Outputs at 88.2kHz or 96kHz
Table showing I/O configurations for the 1212M.
E-MU 1820 System at 176.4kHz or 192kHz (1010 PCI Card & AudioDock)
Details on the 1820 system at 176.4k/192k.
E-MU 1212M System at 176.4k/192k (1010 PCI Card & I/O Card)
Details on the 1212M system at 176.4k/192k.
WDM Recording and Playback Behavior
Explains how WDM drivers behave with PatchMix at different sample rates.
7 - Appendix
Sync Daughter Card Supplement
Information specific to the Sync Daughter Card features.
SMPTE Conversion
How the Sync Card converts SMPTE to MIDI Time Code.
SMPTE Options
Configuration options for SMPTE striping and modes.
SMPTE Features
Overview of the Sync Card's SMPTE capabilities.
SMPTE Modes of Operation
Explanation of Host Mode, External Mode, and Flywheel Modes.
Host Mode
How the computer acts as the sync source.
External Mode
How the Sync Card converts incoming SMPTE.
Flywheel Mode
How the system handles missing SMPTE frames.
Flywheel Modes
Detailed descriptions of the different flywheel modes.
Stripe Mode
How to record SMPTE time code onto an audio track.
SMPTE Background
General information and history of SMPTE time code.
Types of SMPTE
Overview of different SMPTE time code formats.
Why use SMPTE?
Benefits and applications of using SMPTE synchronization.
Striping SMPTE
Process of recording SMPTE onto an audio track.
Avoiding SMPTE problems
Tips for preventing issues when using SMPTE.
Duplicating SMPTE time code
How to copy SMPTE time code.
Other Tips for using SMPTE
Additional advice for working with SMPTE.
Example SMPTE Connection
A diagram illustrating a typical SMPTE connection setup.
MIDI Time Code (MTC)
Explanation of MIDI Time Code and its relation to SMPTE.
Word Clock In/Out
How to synchronize devices using word clock.
To Synchronize PatchMix DSP to an External Clock Source:
Steps to set up external clock synchronization.
Getting in Sync
Essential information on synchronizing digital audio devices.
Useful Information
General tips and information regarding audio connections and setup.
AES/EBU to S/PDIF Cable Adapter
Information on using an adapter for digital audio signals.
Cables - balanced or unbalanced?
Discussion on the differences and use of balanced vs. unbalanced cables.
Balanced Cables
Details on the construction and function of balanced cables.
Unbalanced Cables
Details on the construction and function of unbalanced cables.
Digital Cables
Advice on selecting quality digital audio cables.
Grounding
Importance of proper grounding for noise reduction.
Phantom Power
Explanation and precautions for using phantom power.
Appearance Settings in Windows
How to adjust Windows visual effects for better performance.
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications for the 1820M System.
Specifications: 1820M System
Technical data and performance metrics for the 1820M system.
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications for the 1820 System.
Specifications: 1820 System
Technical data and performance metrics for the 1820 system.
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications for the 1212 System.
Specifications: 1212 System
Technical data and performance metrics for the 1212 system.
Internet References
List of useful online resources for musicians.
Note concerning the Microsoft GS Wavetable Software Synth
Guidance on disabling the MS GS Wavetable Synth.
Declaration of Conformity
FCC and regulatory compliance information for the device.
Compliance Information
Summary of compliance standards across different regions.
United States Compliance Information
FCC compliance details for the USA.
Canada Compliance Information
Compliance information specific to Canada.
European Union Compliance Information
Compliance details for the European Union market.
Australia/New Zealand Compliance Information
Compliance information for Australia and New Zealand.
Japan Compliance Information
Compliance details for Japan.
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