Yamaha MD8 owner manual Patching in Signal Processors, From processor’s output

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Patching in Signal Processors

Input channels 1 and 2 feature INSERT I/O jacks. These make it easy to patch external signal processors directly into these two channels. Typically, compressors, limiters, and noise gates are used for this type of connection. Reverb, delay, and other effects processors can be used too.

The INSERT I/O connections, which use TRS (Tip, Ring, Sleeve) phone jacks, are two-way connections, with the tip carrying the output signal from the MD8 to the external processor and the ring carrying the output signal from the external processor back into the MD8. You need special insert cables to do this. A wiring diagram for an insert cable is shown below.

To processor’s input

Connect to MD8 INSERT I/O

 

Sleeve Tip

Sleeve

 

Ring (return)

 

Tip (send)

From processor’s output

The following illustration shows how to connect an external processor to the MD8’s INSERTs. Other equipment has been removed for clarity.

Signal processor

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Input Output

Insert cable

AUX SEND

 

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LINE INPUT

 

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MID

Once connected, operation is the same as normal. The signal source for the external proces- sor is taken after the channel’s EQ section. The output signal from the external processor is then returned into the channel just before the fader. The processed signal can be assigned to the groups, sent to the Stereo bus, or to the auxiliary sends.

MD8—Owner’s Manual

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Contents Multitrack MD Recorder Varoitus Safety Instructions Read the Following Before Operating the MD8 Keep This Manual For Future Reference Contents Repeat, Cue List & Program Play 10. MD8 Applications Mixer MD8 FeaturesWelcome to the MD8 RecorderWelcome to the MD8 Type Logo Description Buying Discs for the MD8MiniDisc Touring the MD8 Topside ViewInput Channels PAN control Group Assign switchesFader Master Section MTC, Midi CLK, and MMC indicators Status indicatorsPitch indicators TOC Edit indicator& OUT indicators Repeat mode indicatorsAuto Punch indicator Track record indicatorsAuto Punch I/O button Disc Transport SectionDisc Transport buttons Song Search buttonsMark Search & Mark buttons B Repeat buttonsRepeat button Display buttonPower ON/OFF switch Rear PanelLine Input 9-10/11-12 MIC/LINE INPUTsMIC/LINE INPUTs 1 Track Direct OUTsFront Connectors Phantom Power ON/OFF switchFirst Session Quick-Start SystemLoading a Disc Connecting the Power CordTurning on the MD8 Recording the First TrackMaking the Connections GRP & DIR GRP MethodMonitoring & Recording GRP & DIR DIR MethodListening to the First Track Overdubbing Press the Play button to play back what you‘ve recordedMix and refine your music as follows MixdownRecord the Final Mix to your stereo master recorder Basic Multitracking An Overview of Multitrack RecordingAdvanced Multitracking About Monitoring Multi-Source Mixing Up MIC/LINE Track 1 disc Input 1 jack/XLRMix and refine your music as described on Record the final mix to your stereo master recorderRecording a New Song Recording & Mixing TechniquesSearching for Blanks Rec Mode Tracks Used Recording Time Setting the Recording ModeUse the Data dial to select a Recording mode Minutes DiscTitling Discs & Songs RecordingManual Punch In/Out Using the REC ButtonPress the Stop button to stop playback Using the REC Select buttons Using a Footswitch Press the footswitch to start playbackSetting the In/Out Points On-the-Fly Auto Punch In/OutUsing SET and Last REC Search Single Take Auto Punch In/Out Play Record WaitRecord Auto Punch with a Footswitch Leaving Auto Punch In/Out modeMulti Take Auto Punch In/Out Press Enter to prepare for recording the second take Go back to aboveAuditioning Your Takes Use the Data dial to select the Take you want to auditionSetting the Pre-Roll & Post-Roll Times Ping-Pong Recording TracksSet the Monitor Level control as required Preparing for Ping-PongSet the faders on the source channels to the 7-8 mark Source TracksPerforming Ping-Pong for Real Rehearsing Ping-PongChecking the Ping-Pong Operation Ping-Pong with Overdub Destination Track Overdub SourceContinue with Preparing for Ping-Pongon Pitch Adjusting the PitchToggling Between FIX & Vari Pitch Using a Footswitch Mode Before IndicatorsApplying Effects Applying Effects at MixdownApplying Effects with Ping-Pong Applying Effects when RecordingSet the effects processor as required Patching in Signal Processors From processor’s outputRewind & Fast Forward Quick Search FunctionsSearching for Songs Shuttle Playback Function Cue/ReviewLocating Specific Points Searching for the Last Rec in & OUT PointsTo return to normal playback speed, press Play again Inserting Markers Marker IndicatorsSearching for Markers Original SongAdjusting Markers Press the Adjust buttonAdjusting Markers Before Erase Erasing MarkersPress the Enter button to erase the marker After EraseOne Song Repeat Press the Repeat button to cancel All Song Repeat playbackRepeat, Cue List & Program Play All Song RepeatRepeat Press the Repeat button to cancel A-B RepeatRepeat Song Use the Data dial to select Edit or NEW Cue List Playback & CopyCue List Press the Play button to start Program playback Program PlaybackProgram Viewing Disc Contents Editing Songs & TracksCopying & Converting Songs Erasing DiscsUse the Data dial to select the Song that you want to copy Use the Data dial to select a blank area Use the Data dial to select another trackPress the Enter button to copy Song Copy Renumbering SongsBefore AfterPress Enter to renumber the songs Moving SongsPress Enter once more to move the song to the new position Song 1 before divide Dividing SongsPress the Enter button to divide Song 1 after dividePress the Enter button to combine Combining SongsSong Before combine After combine Use the Data dial to select the song you want to erase Erasing SongsErasing Tracks Press the Enter button to eraseBefore Part Erase Erasing PartsPress Enter again to erase After Part EraseCopying Tracks Press Enter again to copyCopying Parts Source TrackDisplay Dimmer Other FunctionsFrame Display Peak HoldMD8 & Midi Using the MD8 in a Synchronized Midi SystemAbout Tempo Maps Setting Up a Synchronized Midi System Setting the Midi Sequencer MTC Cabling Note Using MTCSetting the MD8 for MTC Operation Use the Data dial to select MTC Midi TimecodeSetting the Midi Sequencer Using Midi ClockProgramming the Tempo Map A once again flashes on the display 001 2/4 010 3/4 005 6/8 000 4/4 Deleting Steps in a Tempo MapSaving a Tempo Map Selecting Midi Clock for synchronizationUse the Data dial to select Mclk Midi Clock Controlling the MD8 with MMC FunctionPress the Enter button to return to the Utility menu Setting the MMC Device IDEnabling MMC Use the Data wheel to set this parameter to on or OFFTempo Map Chart Meter Step Measure Time10 MD8 Applications One-Take RecordingMidi Home Studio Using the MD8 with Another Mixer Track transferEffects Return Beyond the BasicsMarkers Pitch Applications MonitoringMixdown 12 Q&A Section What’s the difference between MiniDiscs and MD Data Discs?How many songs can I store on an MD Data disc? Troubleshooting Synchronize to the MD8 MMC remote control doesMidi sequencer does not Not workAppendix MD8 Transport ModesDisplay Messages Message MeaningSpecifications Digital/AudioGeneral Specifications subject to change without noticeBlock Diagram Dimensions Glossary Midi Timecode-SeeMTC Glossary Index NumericsHigh EQ MTC Vari Midi Implementation Chart Session Info