The manual explains features, connections, controls, Cubase integration, specifications and troubleshooting for the Yamaha MR816 CSX/MR816 X audio interface.
The Yamaha MR816 CSX/MR816 X is a high‑end integrated DSP audio workstation that lets you connect instruments and microphones to a computer via IEEE1394 and record with DAW software such as Cubase. It offers 8 discrete pre‑amps, DSP‑based mixing, REV‑X reverb and, for the CSX model, Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip effects.
The guide covers front‑panel and rear‑panel connectors, control knobs, software setup, daisy‑chain operation of up to three units, and detailed technical specifications. It also provides troubleshooting steps and driver installation instructions for Windows systems. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Supported sampling rates (internal) | 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz |
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| Total harmonic distortion (THD) | ≤ 0.004 % (1 kHz @ +18 dB, 600 Ω) |
| Input impedance (MIC/LINE/HI‑Z) | 500 Ω |
| Power requirement | 40 W (PA‑30 adapter) |
| Dimensions (H × D × W) | 44 mm × 305 mm × 480 mm |
| Net weight | 3.2 kg |
Connect the unit to the computer with an IEEE1394 (FireWire) cable; a second IEEE1394 port can be used to daisy‑chain another MR816.
Both internal and external sampling rates of 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz are supported (± 0.1 %).