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Onyx Blackbird
37. FIRMWARE LOADER
When new Onyx Blackbird firmware becomes
available on
http://www.mackie.com/products/onyxblackbird/
this tab allows you to update the device. After
downloading and unzipping the latest firmware for the
device from the Mackie website, simply browse for the
appropriate .bin file and click "Upload".
Never power cycle the device or computer
while updating firmware. It is possible to
permanently damage the device this way.
However, it is highly recommended to power cycle the
device after the firmware update has completed. This
ensures that the new firmware is properly loaded and
the device is ready for the next session or event.
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38. STANDALONE
The selection in this tab dictates the Onyx Blackbird's
clock source when it is not connected to a computer
(e.g. for use as a standalone preamp with 96 kHz
S/MUX II output).
• Word Clock: This is the default selection, and
will allow your Blackbird to sync accordingly
and alter the sample rate based on incoming
word clock signal. The Onyx Blackbird operates
using word clock from a device that is connect-
ed to the word clock in jack on the rear panel.
Select "Word Clock" when you want Blackbird
to be a slave in a system of digital devices.
• Internal: The Onyx Blackbird employs patented
JetPLL
™
jitter reduction clocking technology
for the best performance available. Select
"Internal" when the Onyx Blackbird will serve
as the master clock for itself, as well as when
integrated into larger studio setups.
• ADAT: The Onyx Blackbird supports the
S/MUX II protocol and will sync to signal
coming in via the ADAT ports on the rear panel.
Select "ADAT" when you want Blackbird to sync
to an externally provided ADAT signal.
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