This document provides detailed technical information for the Yamaha DMR8 Digital Mixer/Recorder. It serves as a reference guide containing specific data formats, performance metrics, and connection details necessary for operating the device.
The manual is organized into sections covering recorder specifications (such as track configuration and sampling frequencies), mixer specifications (including DSP quantization and distortion levels), general hardware specs, and extensive connector pinouts for various interfaces like AD/SLAVE IN/OUT, Digital Cascade, Control I/O, Remote, Timecode, Superimpose, and Digital I/O.
| Recorder type | Stationary Head / Dual capstan type |
|---|---|
| Track configuration | 8 PCM audio tracks, 1 timecode track, 1 control track, 2 AUX (analog) tracks |
| Sampling frequency | 48kHz / 44.1kHz / 32kHz |
| Dynamic range | 120dB |
| Quantization | 20 bit linear |
| DSP quantization | 32 bit EQ, 28 bit Mix Effect, 24 bit Digital YO |
| Power consumption | 120W |
| Dimensions | 670.5(W) x 677.3(D) x 253.6(H) mm |
| Weight | Approx 31kg (68lbs) |
The device uses YAMAHA M20P, an 8mm wide metal particle type cassette.
The recording and playback time is 20 minutes at 48kHz, 22 minutes at 44.1kHz, or 30 minutes at 32kHz.
Control IN and OUT use RS422 via a 15-pin D-sub female connector.