Yamaha AD8HR Audio Interface User Manual

AD8HR is an 8-channel AD converter with remote microphone preamplifier, which has 96kHz, 24-bit linear AD converter, 128 times oversampling and 110dB dynamic range. Its input part has balanced XLR interface, high quality microphone preamplifier and +48V phantom power supply function, and simultaneously supports microphone and line level input. The output part supports AES/EBU format, and has 88.2/96kHz high sampling frequency. It is easy to adjust the gain of each channel (in 1dB steps) and set the high pass filter from the front panel. These settings are stored in the device's backup storage and will be retained even when the power is turned off. In addition, there is a special protocol that allows you to remotely control the device from a connected computer or other device.


Yamaha AD8HR Audio Interface User Manual - cover page
Brand
Yamaha
Category
Audio-Video Decoder
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
16
File format
PDF
File size
714 KB
Published
03 July, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
AD8HR
MD5 checksum
FA7F5C5AD3A23FE2078EB1CF14954F09

About this manual

The Yamaha AD8HR is a professional audio interface designed for use with Yamaha mixing consoles such as the PM5D and DM2000. It provides eight channels of high-quality analog input and output, supporting sampling rates up to 96kHz.

The manual details how to connect the unit using XLR inputs/outputs, word clock, AES/EBU digital audio, and remote control interfaces. It also explains the operation of various controls including gain, phantom power (+48V), high-pass filters (HPF), pad settings, and LED indicators.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Specifications
  • Connections
  • Controls
  • Operation
  • Remote Control
  • LED Indicators

Specifications

Sampling Rate Support44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz
Dynamic Range110 dB
Input/Output Connector TypeXLR-3-31
Digital Output ConnectorD-sub 25 pin
Word Clock ConnectorBNC
Frequency Response (44.1/48kHz)20Hz–20kHz
Frequency Response (88.2/96kHz)20Hz-40kHz
Phantom Voltage Range46 to 50 V

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum sampling rate supported by the AD8HR?

The AD8HR supports sampling rates of 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, and 96kHz.

How do I enable phantom power on the AD8HR?

Press the [+48V] button to turn phantom power on for the selected input channels.

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