2. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the M-1610 Pro.
The
M-1610 Pro
is a versatile multichannel format converter with exceptional audio quality across each
of its channels. State-of-the art components from audiophile grade converters have been carefully
aligned to fit into a compact, 1 HU 19" rack device.
A display with encoder gives access to all configuration options directly at the device. The phones output
at the front can receive any signal connected to the device - analog or digital. The analog I/O at the back
are accessible via D-Sub 25 connectors. In addition, the first two line level outputs are also available as
TRS. The last six of the 16 analog line level inputs also accept 6.3 mm (1/4") plugs.
Each analog channel can be individually adjusted to three different sensitivities that are perfectly
matched to the converter’s range. While this is usually implemented with digital 'trims', the M-1610 Pro
does the adjustment in the analog domain, ensuring that the converter’s signal to noise ratio is not
reduced when adapting to common line levels.
Digital audio can be received, routed, and sent over MADI and AVB. While MADI remains the de-facto
standard of point-to-point audio transmission, AVB has been chosen as a robust network solution based
on open standards. It supports sending and receiving of up to 128 audio channels over a single network
cable.
Various remote control protocols allow the device to be configured seamlessly via IEEE 1722.1 AVDECC,
JSON OSC and a web interface accessible by network or USB connection with a browser.
2.1. About This Manual
This printed document was created for firmware
2.0.0
on
2020-08-05
. For an updated version, please
.
The following manual provides a detailed explanation of features and their proper use. Please read the
safety instructions carefully.
Features described in this manual can change when the device firmware is updated. It is
therefore recommended to refer to the latest version of the manual available online.
Although the contents of this manual have been thoroughly checked for errors, RME can not guarantee
that it is correct throughout. RME does not accept responsibility for any misleading or incorrect
information within this guide. RME reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice.
2.2. Firmware Update
New and improved features for this device, as well as bug fixes, are published on the RME website in the
download section as a firmware update. The update is provided as a compressed file with a
.swu
extension and can be uploaded via web remote over USB or network.
To update the M-1610 Pro:
1. Connect the device by USB or network cable and open the Web Remote.
See: Section 8.5.1, “Finding the Device on a Network”
2. Download the current firmware from the RME website.
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