Eventide H8000FW Spezifikationen

H8000FW Operating Manual (for software version 5.5) Eventide , Harmonizer, UltraShifter, and Eve/Net are trademarks

4 The H8000FW houses two independently running DSPs (digital signal processors). They are lovingly referred to as "DSP A" and "DSP

94serial Enables or disables the serial port. If set to enabled, MIDI commands can be received at or sent from the serial port.  See Setting Up t

95Press the midi SOFT KEY again to reveal the "second" menu page. MIDI This is just the same as the MIDI parameter found on the "to

96midiclk out Will make the H8000FW output a MIDI clock signal that represents its internal tempo (SETUP/tempo). This is a high accuracy signal to w

97Then use the left and right CURSOR keys to skip through the programs by their first letter to the programs that begin with "i". Then use

98"Manually" Selecting an External Controller for Modulation The first parameter, mode, selects the actual external controller that will d

99In "3 switch" mode:  "tip" is high when a switch connected between tip and sleeve is closed and the third switch is open.

100MIDI single Allows selection of any MIDI control number with coarse quantization. Input range is 0 to 127. A third parameter appears, con, whic

101tip 1 & 2, ring 1 & 2, and tip & ring 1 & 2 When a pedal input is used as a switch input, it can operate in one of two modes, sup

102mod 1, 2, 3, and 4 Triggers when the mod 1, 2, 3, or 4 parameter passes 50%. MIDI single Allows selection of any single byte MIDI control number

10310 + 12 = 22 22 - 16 = 6 SIX! MIDI Running Status It’s worth noting that MIDI commands are often sent on a MIDI connection only if the command be

5 Knobs, Keys, and Jacks If this is your first time learning the H8000FW, don’t be put off by some of the rather in-depth descriptions that will fol

104to use doesn’t involve MIDI, simply select it with the mode parameter. If the external controller you would like to use does involve MIDI, you h

105With range set to +200, the external controller’s range corresponds to the full range of the parameter’s values (different types of parameters wi

106When type is set to unipolar and the external controller is all the way up, the parameter will take on a value determined by the origin and the r

107These "placeholders" are selected as the mode on external modulation or trigger menu pages littered throughout the H8000FW. For exampl

108So, "redirection" allows you to configure your external modulation and trigger menu pages to suit the particulars of your studio/rack s

109Press and hold the SELECT key for one second. Set the mode to assign 3. Press the *done* SOFT KEY to exit.  To change the "one second hold

110Remote Controlling the Bypass Functions It is often necessary to be able to remote control the system bypass function. For this reason a special

111 REMOTE CONTROLLING PARAMETERS Parameters can be remote controlled via MIDI or the rear panel foot pedal jacks. To remote control a parameter, f

112Remote Controlling Triggers As we mentioned before, some soft keys are known as triggers because pressing them causes an action to happen, as opp

113Each parameter would be controlled over its full range - for example, in this preset lo freq has a minimum value of 10 (Hz) and a maximum value o

6D) Bypass Status LEDs A illuminated = DSP A is bypassed B illuminated = DSP B is bypassed both A and B blinking = system is bypassed  See Bypass

114 The group size is the number of controllers in the group. For example, in the screen at the right, the group is from 70 to 77. This is a usefu

115Program Load, Save, Delete, Etc. "...the H8000FW is like a jungle gym for sine waves..." -Anonymous Programs are the "algor

116Categorized by Effects Type Although each program is unique, all programs can be categorized broadly by the types of effects that they contain. T

117Unlike categorization by effects type, there is no way to see categorization by intended source on the list menu page in the PROGRAM area. Howeve

118Categorized by You (User Groups) This is extremely handy! You can use the usergrp menu page in the PROGRAM area to assign programs to any of ten

119Categorized by Recent Use We will go into more detail in the next section, but the H8000FW keeps track of what programs you’ve recently loaded.

120Searching for and Loading Programs Before reading this section, please be sure to have read and fully understood the preceding section, "Cat

121CURSOR keys to skip from grouping to grouping (e.g. from programs that use PDM to programs that use RDM to programs that use PRDM and so on). The

122The H8000FW has internal memory for Factory programs (those that came with the unit) and User programs (those that you have tweaked and saved or

123Loading Programs Programs are loaded by first selecting a program to load in the PROGRAM area. You select a program to load by sorting through t

7Press and hold this key for one second to access the Routing Storage area where "routing configurations" are loaded and saved.  See Si

124Loading a Program Via a MIDI Program Change Message The normal way to load a program remotely is by means of a MIDI Program Change message. A MID

125The second line of this screen shows the programs according to the Search and Sort options on the Criteria page. The wheel or keypad can be used

126Alternatively, if omni mode is off, a MIDI Program Change message sent using the base channel will cause the program to be loaded in DSP A, while

127Triggering the Next or Previous Program to Load The H8000FW can also advance to the next program displayed on the list menu page in the PROGRAM a

128The program you are saving is the one running on the currently displayed DSP. If you would like to save the program running on the DSP not curren

129Copying Programs To copy a program, simply load it and then use Save to save it where you would like the program copied to. You can copy a progr

130Renaming a Program To rename a program, simply load it and then press the Save SOFT KEY in the PROGRAM area. Place the CURSOR over the rename fi

131Parameters "I can’t tell you what a parameter is, but I’ll know it when I see it." --US Supreme Court The PARAMET

132System Tempo Most programs that have "frequency" or "time" parameters (e.g., LFOs, reverb decays, and delays) will synchroniz

133If you want to make the "naked" parameter impervious to changes in the system tempo, turn the t_ parameter to off.  See midiclk out on

8L) THE KNOB Spin the KNOB to change the value of whatever parameter is highlighted.  See Using the Cursor Keys, the SELECT key, the NUMERIC KEY

134By setting Mode to continue, successive "taps" of the Source (be it the soft key, a foot pedal, or whatever) will simply extend the cur

135Graphics and Curves Several programs use an interface reminiscent of an analog graphic equalizer. Two parameters are used: an x value and a y va

136 We could get a little wackier. How about making an input amplitude of 0.667 result in an output amplitude of -0.5? No sweat. By making the in

137Storing and Loading Setups As you will have deduced from reading the foregoing text, there are many adjustments you can make to the H8000FW. Woul

138There is one difference between saving a Setup and saving a Program. It is possible to choose whether, when the setup is reloaded, it will automa

139AAAppppppeeennndddiiixxx AAA ---UUUtttiiillliiitttiiieeesss Transmitting and receiving Data Setting Up the Serial Port The serial port can

140 The pin-out for the serial port is: 1 DCD 2 RXD 6 DSR 3 TXD 7 RTS 4 DTR 8 CTS 5 gnd 9 nc For most applications, only pins 2, 3, and

141saved setups and saved programs and replace them with the received setups and programs. (Note: The current setup and the currently running prog

142set the parameter sequence out found on the midi/ext menu page in the SETUP area to off on the "slave."  On the same menu page, set

143Sequencing With MIDI Most MIDI sequencers will receive system exclusive messages and store them for later playback on the originating instrument.

9gjnpoqThe Back Panel a) AC VOLTAGE SELECTOR Line up the dot with the triangle so that your preferred voltage is up. It is absolutely essenti

144then your changes will also be sent with the echo information to the sequencer. This might be useful for editing or touching-up a sequence. The

145Connecting user-supplied crystals and external clocks User-supplied Crystal Oscillators (H8000 and H8000A only) A user-supplied crystal oscillato

146Service and Start-Up Options Fixing Internal Memory Problems The H8000FW uses solid-state memory circuits to store programs, the routing configur

147Highlight format internal and press the SELECT key. You’ll arrive at the screen shown to the right. Pressing the <yes> SOFT KEY will dele

148Fixing PCMCIA SRAM Memory Card Problems Note - the following only applies to PCMCIA static RAM memory cards. If a Memory Card "checksum er

149You might also put a label on the card (using adhesive tape, indelible marker, etc.) indicating the date and that a problem occurred. Keep track

150Clear Setup At the factory, all of the adjustable parameters in the H8000FW are set to nominal values called "factory defaults." To re

151Software Version and Accessories The H8000FW has expansion and upgrade capabilities. "Information" menu pages allow you to keep track

152Start-Up Options There are several "secret keys" that can be depressed during startup to perform special functions. These keys should

153PROGRAM Loads "Mute" into both DSPs instead of their current programs. Press the <Yes> SOFT KEY to go ahead or <No> to abor

103213211/4"Note that AES/EBU 1/2 can be used as sync sources on the H8000 and H8000A, but not on the H8000FW.  See Digital Setup on page 78.

154Connecting AES 11 thru 18 to the H8000FW AES/EBU signals 11 to 18 are connected by means of a DB25 multi-pin connector. Adaptor snakes for this c

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156Making connections between the H8000FW and the computer. All recent Macs and many PCs support FireWire. Those PCs that do not support FireWire ca

157external digital to analog converter feeding a speaker, while the passing of the buckets represents the FireWire connection. So, if the chute bec

158If you are using just one external audio device (or an internal one such as a sound card) everything is easy. This device becomes the clock maste

159IIInnnssstttaaalllllliiinnnggg DDDrrriiivvveeerrrsss ooonnn YYYooouuurrr PPPCCC This section describes how to install the software driv

160 Run the EventideInstaller.exe file by clicking on it. You will see the screen below. The long number after “Dice” may be different.  Fo

161 Leave the “Create a ..” box checked and hit Next. When you see the box below, hit Install.  Please wait ….  After about a minu

162  After about a minute, you will see the box below. You MUST restart your computer before continuing, but need not do it immediately if you have

163 Click the No, not this time radio button, followed by the Next button.  The second Wizard screen now displays:  Make sure Install the softwa

11Eventide recommends the use of professional quality cables made of RG-59/U coaxial cable. Ordinary "hi-fi" type leads will probably prov

164 The installation now proceeds ……  When the driver is successfully installed, the following screen displays: Now click Finish. All d

165CCCooonnnfffiiiggguuurrriiinnnggg ttthhheee HHH888000000000FFFWWW fffooorrr PPPCCC OOOuuutttpppuuuttt Once all software drivers have

166  Select the Audio tab, then, for Default Device, select Eventide Dice Audio. Warning: If this option does not display in the Default Device’s

167To enable throughput on DSP channel B, repeat the steps outlined above, except when selecting the channel using the Processor A/B control button,

168TTThhheee WWWiiinnndddooowwwsss CCCooonnntttrrrooolll PPPaaannneeelll The H8000FW has a computer Control Panel that is installed by the

169 Device nickname This allows you to enter an amusing nickname for your H8000FW. These names will only be meaningful if you have more than one H80

170Buffer Size This allows you to change the FireWire buffer size. See Setting the sample rate and buffer size for the system for more information.

171Set WDM Channel Maps WDM applications are often mainly inclined to think in terms of sound cards, and have trouble interfacing to a true multi-ch

172Global Settings -System Page There are a number of different FireWire hardware configurations that may be installed on your computer. Some of the

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12inputs menu page in the SETUP area. To route signals to the ADAT output, select them at the outputs menu page in the SETUP area. These jacks may

174 Eventide recommends cards using a Texas Instrument chip set. In particular, the following chip sets are not recommended for use with H8000

175IIInnnssstttaaalllllliiinnnggg DDDrrriiivvveeerrrsss ooonnn YYYooouuurrr MMMaaaccciiinnntttooossshhh This section describes how to inst

176 The first installation screen now displays:  The Release Notes show information about the current release – this is often rather technical. C

177Note that if your Macintosh has more than one hard drive, the H8000FW drivers must be installed to your boot drive.  Click Install to proceed.

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179processed by the H8000FW. Of course, if you have speakers connected, you’ll hear the output as well. Setting Up the H8000FW for Default Audio Out

180 After selecting the Output tab, Eventide H8000 displays as an output device, along with its port type, Firewire. Highlight it to select it as yo

181  From the Core Audio tab, be sure the Enabled checkbox is selected, and Eventide H8000FW is selected as your driver.  You now will be prompted

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183  Click the “+’ button beneath the Aggregate Devices area. A listing of all installed audio device drivers subsequently displays. Click in the c

13m) SERIAL PORT An IBM PC type RS232 connector that looks like a modem or printer to a connected computer. Connect a "9 pin" serial cab

184Note that the sequence the devices are listed is a very important consideration. As Built-in Audio precedes Eventide H8000FW in the listing, it c

185These actions establish the H8000FW’s internal routing configuration.. The number 20 routing preset on the H8000FW, Firewire 8Track AB, supports

186An Example of Using Logic Pro with the H8000FW The following example illustrates using the H8000FW as both an insert and a bus effect with Apple’

187

188Step-by-Step Descriptions of the Routing Process Flow The audio source from the hard drive is sent to Audio 1. Once it is received, it encounters

189TTThhheee MMMaaaccciiinnntttooossshhh CCCooonnntttrrrooolll PPPaaannneeelll This is similar to the Windows Control Panel, but is simplifi

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191EEEllleeeccctttrrriiicccaaalll SSSpppeeeccciiifffiiicccaaatttiiiooonnnsss Sample Rates 96kHz, 88.2kHz, 48kHz, 44.1kHz or external. Frequency

192Remote Control Inputs Up to 2 foot pedals (or 0-5V control inputs), or 6 foot switches, or combination. Remote Control Outputs 2 isolated relay c

193WWWaaarrrrrraaannntttyyy IIInnnfffooorrrmmmaaatttiiiooonnn WARRANTY INFORMATION

TTTaaabbbllleee ooofff CCCooonnnttteeennntttsss TABLE OF CONTENTS ____________________________________________________________________________ 2

14Getting Around and Altering Parameters Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of the Display Before we begin to describe the H8000FW’s interface, w

194 When we receive a unit, this is how we determine whether it is under warranty: 1. If the unit was shipped from our factory within the past ca

195 2. All shipments will be returned to you collect. If this is impossible because of shipping regulations or money is due us, we will request p

196IIInnndddeeexxx **, input bits, 92 “2 switch” mode, 101 “3 switch” mode, 102 44.1 kHz, 86 48 kHz, 86 88.2 kHz, 86 96 kHz, 86 A/C cord, 9 A/D co

197DSP A/B key location, 6 use, 6, 16, 41, 42, 75, 126, 143 DSP Display Indicator, 16 areas where pertinent, 16 gen. description, 16 DSPs both runni

198module, 126 Memory Cards care of, 50 checksum error, 152 fixing, 152 reasons for, 152 dumping data from, 144 erasing, 156 formatting, 50, 152 ins

199name of the current on display, 17 recently used, 122 renaming, 133 saving, 44, 130 reasons for, 130 saving vs. updating, 118 searching, 38, 123

200entering, 20 textblocks, 137 Timer, system, 136 trig. See place holders trigger. See external trigger triggers Soft Keys, 18 troubleshooting, 76

201Modification History V1.6 software version 5.5 add Yamaha/Tascam compatability notes on p.156 add max/min remote mode description on p.106 upda

15SETUP Storage Press and hold down the PROGRAM key again for one second to access this area. The LED next to the PROGRAM key blinks. Inside you’

16Understanding the Display and SOFT KEYS Every "area" in the H8000FW makes use of the display, so understanding the display is critical.

17the example shown above, we’re running a program "1210 Chorus" on DSP A. The upper right-hand corner of the screen always describes the

18 Press it again to get a third menu page. Press it twice more to return to the original menu page. Pressing a SOFT KEY repeatedly that is no

19 Using the Cursor Keys, the SELECT key, the NUMERIC KEYPAD, and the KNOB We use the CURSOR keys, the KNOB, the SELECT key, and the NUMERIC KEYPAD

20Ganged Parameters In some cases there are multiple, related parameters that are usually adjusted together. To make such "mass adjustments&qu

21 The CURSOR keys take you around the virtual keyboard.  SELECT enters the currently selected letter (equivalent to actually pressing a key on a

22 On page 40, we’ll run programs on DSP A and DSP B and we’ll run "monolithic programs." Moreover, we’ll "tweak" their paramet

23a compelling reason to do otherwise ... you are a professional, aren't you ? Eventide does not recommend the use of S/P DIF above 48kHz sampl

CONFIGURING THE MAIN INPUTS 53 Configuring the DSP input sources 55 Configuring the MAIN Outputs 55 CONNECTING TO THE H8000FW’S OUTPUTS...

24Things to Know about Routing When you are ready, see The Comprehensive Input / Output Scheme for more details. Until then …  The effects engine (

25LOADING ROUTING CONFIGURATIONS As was stated in the Overview, the H8000FW houses two separate DSP engines. DSP A is always running a program and

26FACTORY ROUTING CONFIGURATIONS Notes on the following configurations:  The input block and output block shown below are just “binding posts” to c

27"AES4 A->B" All four AES1-4 inputs go into DSP A. The outputs from DSP A go into DSP B, the outputs from DSP B feed both the analog

28input block1234567812345678output block1234567812345678DSP A1234567812345678DSP B1234567812345678FireWire1 outputs12345678FireWire1 inputs12345678

294 channel Dual Machine Routings The following routings configure the H8000FW as two separate 4 channel units. If a dual stereo preset, e.g. “1030

30FireWire 8 Track A,B" FireWire1 1-4 inputs go into DSP A, out from DSP A to the analog outputs and the FireWire1 1-4 outputs. The FireWire1

318 Channel parallel routings "ADAT A || B" All eight ADAT inputs go into DSP A and DSP B, all eight outputs from both DSP A and DSP B ar

32 "FIREWIRE A || B" All eight FIREWIRE1 inputs go into DSP A and DSP B, all eight outputs from both DSP A and DSP B are summed at the out

33ADAT & AES8 I/O There is a lot going on here. FireWire1 in is connected to ADAT out, ADAT in is connected to FireWire1 out, AES 11-18 in are c

The Concept Behind "Redirection" - External Assigns 1-8 and Trigs 1 & 2...

34The I/O Identifier While each DSP has eight inputs and eight outputs, it’s not necessarily the case that every program will utilize all eight inpu

35Those DSP inputs or outputs that are not used by the program are "dead" - no signals are passed by them. Knowing which inputs and outpu

36Setting Input Levels As we’re sure you know, getting a high, but not distorted, signal at every point in a signal path is essential. The Level Me

37EFFECTING THINGS "The effect on your affect of the H8000FW’s effects will positively affect your popularity." -Anonymous

38Let’s go through an example. Say you want to use a delay-based program. First, go to the Criteria menu page in the PROGRAM area and set Search By

39Use the KNOB or the up and down CURSOR keys to move the highlighted section of the screen up or down. Press the SELECT key to load the highlighted

40 See? Alphabetical order! Now, pressing the left or right CURSOR keys jumps through the alphabet. Pressing the right CURSOR key here would cause u

41little can be said generally about what you’ll find in the PARAMETER area because every program in the H8000FW is a unique "algorithm."

42Pressing the PROCESSOR A/B key toggles the display from parameters for the program running on DSP A to parameters for the program running on DSP B

43"Tweaking" and Saving "Tweaks" Different sets of parameter values for a single program are said to be different "tweaks&q

SYNCHRONIZING CONNECTED AUDIO DEVICES...

44After selecting save, you can verify that your program is now listed under the list menu page in the PROGRAM area. Note that there is a U to the

45You can also change the names of the groups to something more useful than "group." Press and hold the PROGRAM key until you see the Rout

46Wrap Up So, there you have it. The procedure we followed in this Quickstart section is more or less the procedure you will follow whenever you us

47OOOpppeeerrraaatttiiiooonnn Mounting and Handling Normally, the H8000FW will be rack mounted in a standard 19 inch rack. If the rack will be ta

48When a Memory Card is inserted, the H8000FW may report that the card is not formatted and offer to format it. If the Memory Card has already been

49The Comprehensive Input / Output Scheme All right, the word "comprehensive" has been used a bit much in this manual so far, but it’s app

50The MAIN Outputs block may be fed from any of the outputs of either DSP or from the MAIN Inputs block. Each channel has two inputs - signals conne

51This example shows DSP A and DSP B running in parallel, both being fed from Main in and their outputs being mixed at Main out.

52DSPA1234567812345678DSPB12345678123456781234567812345678Main inMain out123456781234567812345678DSPA1234567812345678DSPB123456781234567812345678123

53Routing Configuration Because of the large numbers of routing options and possible configurations, routings are most usefully loaded as presets, w

5412SP/DIF2coax1234567812345678Main in1234AES/EBU in1234Analog in12345678FireWire2 in12345678FireWire1 in1112131415161718AES in12SP/DIFopto12345678A

55CONFIGURING THE DSP INPUT SOURCES Any DSP input may be fed from any of the MAIN Inputs block outputs, or from any output of either DSP. Note that

56DSPA1234567812345678DSPB123456781234567812345678AES/EBU in12345678ADAT in1234567812345678Main inAES/EBU out12345678ADAT outSP/DIF12345678Main outA

57Connecting to the H8000FW’s outputs Different versions of the H8000FW support a wide range of possible outputs, as described in the chart below. B

58 Note that on software V4.6 and earlier, the Main out block signals are named according to the corresponding default output. A56785678

59Here is a complete example using the H8000FW.  FireWire1 in feeds the MAIN Inputs, which connect to DSP A.  DSP A feeds DSP B which feeds the MA

60The first four channels of MAIN outputs (those connected to the default Analog outputs) get their signals from DSP B channels 1 to 4. The second f

61DIN 1/2 Allows the Selection of Either AES/EBU or S/P DIF for the First Digital Input Pair. When set to AES/EBU the first 2 default digital inp

62OPTO in – controls the function of the optical input connector (H8000FW only) The optical input connector on the rear panel is normally used for A

63OPTO out – allows use of optical output connector for optical S/P DIF (H8000FW only) The optical output connector is normally used for ADAT. It ma

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION  Before powering up the unit, check that the voltage selector on the back panel is set correctly.  Do not remove any co

64Signal Flow Example Now that you’re familiar with the actual menu pages employed in signal routing, let’s run through a realistic, but fairly invo

65 The analog outputs. Use LEVELS / output.  The digital outputs. Use LEVELS / output. You can also alter the "Wet/Dry" ratio in

66page!). Strictly speaking, assigning silence (-----------) to the last two inputs isn’t really necessary since we don’t plan to use those outputs

67Access the Routing Storage area by holding down the PROGRAM key for one second. The LED next to the PROGRAM key will begin to blink and the upper

68 LEVELS / dsp B used to adjust the Wet/Dry mix for DSP B, the output levels for DSP B, and the input levels for DSP B. Notice that the analog a

69Programs’ Effect on Routing Decisions As you’ll recall from the Quickstart section, to the right of every program name in the PROGRAM area there a

70If the I/O Identifier is not visible, this means either that the program has no inputs or outputs (unlikely, except for a small number of informat

71digital inputs and outputs. You load the program "Stereo Filter" with an "I/O Identifier" of "22." For convenienc

72CONTROLLING LEVELS The Level Meters Now that you’re comfortable routing signals in the H8000FW, we can explore the Level Meters. Once you underst

73The parameter decay time determines how long the meters take to go from full "deflection" to zero measuring an impulse. The parameter p

2information. Finally, when you need to find information days, weeks, months, and years down the road, we’d have you use the comprehensive Table of

74To monitor the input levels, go to the meter menu page in the LEVELS area. Change Source to inputs. Select post-fade if you would like to monito

75Input Levels, Wet/Dry Ratios, and Output Levels for Each DSP You can control the input level for each input of each DSP, the wet to dry ratio of e

76A’s outputs would be identical to its inputs: reverberant - not the sort of signal we’d normally call "dry" ! The important thing to re

77To adjust the level of the outputs from -100dB to 0dB, go to the output menu page in the LEVELS area. If you’re using the analog outputs on an H8

78 Digital Setup Note to H8000FW users: many of the screen shots in this section are taken from the H8000. Your screens will differ insofar as you h

79system sampling rate, from wherever it is derived, or sample rate conversion must be enabled.  The digital outputs are at the system sampling ra

80In effect, the H8000FW has two "speeds," a bit like gear ratios on a car. In the normal (lower) speed range, all presets can run, but on

81studio practice to establish a central high quality clock source, to which all the digital audio equipment is synchronized, usually by Word Clock.

82Of course, if you select one of the fixed rates (44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, or 96 kHz), the actual rate will be the same as the rate you select.

83If the words slipping or unlocked are in parentheses (as shown above for the ADAT inputs), this means that the respective inputs are not routed (n

3 OOOvvveeerrrvvviiieeewww aaannnddd QQQuuuiiiccckkkssstttaaarrrttt The Big Picture The Eventide H8000FW is a programmable, multi-channel, mul

84Digital inputs that are not routed (i.e., are not connected to "inputs block" or AES outputs) will not affect the status of the EXT LED.

85Alternatively, you can use Word Clock as a clock source. H8000/H8000A users must enable Word Clock before use, on the misc or clock menu pages res

86The Status of the Digital I/Os When Using the External Clock The right-hand side of the clock menu page in the SETUP area displays the status of t

87Understanding the "System Sampling Rate and External Sync Indicator" When Using the External Clock The "System Sampling Rate and Ex

88Sample Rate Conversion (SRC) In general you need to make sure that any digital inputs are synchronized to the system sampling rate. If for any re

89ensure the shortest possible stub length. Using multiple terminations is wrong, both because twice 50 Ohm in parallel gives 25 Ohms (wrong !) and

90Output Word Length The indicated output word length can be set on the right-hand side of the format menu page in the SETUP area. Your choices for

91dsp bypass Makes each output of each DSP the same as its corresponding input. For example, DSP A’s output 2 will be the same as DSP A’s input 2

92 External Controllers External controllers are inputs to the H8000FW that allow the modification of parameters from a source outside the H8000FW.

93heel and toe parameters will jump to reflect their new, calibrated values. You’re done. Now, when you use that foot pedal to modulate parameters