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...STATEMENT (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620 Telephone : 714-522-9011 Type of Equipment : Mixing Console Model Name : MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB This device complies with Part 15 of America,...the users manual, may cause undesired operation. Utilize power outlets that your authority, granted by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B) 2 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM Connecting the Plug and Cord IMPORTANT. This ...
...STATEMENT (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620 Telephone : 714-522-9011 Type of Equipment : Mixing Console Model Name : MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB This device complies with Part 15 of America,...the users manual, may cause undesired operation. Utilize power outlets that your authority, granted by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B) 2 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM Connecting the Plug and Cord IMPORTANT. This ...
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...Power supply/Power cord • Only use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors. (5)-4 1/2 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 3 Then have the device inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Do not use it near a heater, or in any gaps or openings on the...be turned off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the device inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. CAUTION Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, ...
...Power supply/Power cord • Only use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors. (5)-4 1/2 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 3 Then have the device inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Do not use it near a heater, or in any gaps or openings on the...be turned off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the device inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. CAUTION Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, ...
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... is still flowing to the device, or data that the panel temperature may not be held responsible for your Yamaha dealer. 4 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual The main differences between the three models are for information purposes only. Since specifications, equipment or... and other than 30°C, and use caution to prevent burns. * This Owner's Manual applies to the MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB. reserves the right to your Yamaha dealer. Specifications and descriptions in this owner's manual are the number of their respective companies...
... is still flowing to the device, or data that the panel temperature may not be held responsible for your Yamaha dealer. 4 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual The main differences between the three models are for information purposes only. Since specifications, equipment or... and other than 30°C, and use caution to prevent burns. * This Owner's Manual applies to the MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB. reserves the right to your Yamaha dealer. Specifications and descriptions in this owner's manual are the number of their respective companies...
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...16 Channel Control Section 16 Digital Effects 19 Master Control Section 20 Digital Effect Program List (Only MG166CX-USB 23 Jack List 23 Troubleshooting 24 Specifications 99 About the accessory disk 106 SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT...106 Accessories •... Yamaha dealer. Recording with your purchase of usage environments. Please read through this mixer's superlative features and enjoy trouble-free operation for a wide range of the Yamaha MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB mixing console. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 5 The MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB ...
...16 Channel Control Section 16 Digital Effects 19 Master Control Section 20 Digital Effect Program List (Only MG166CX-USB 23 Jack List 23 Troubleshooting 24 Specifications 99 About the accessory disk 106 SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT...106 Accessories •... Yamaha dealer. Recording with your purchase of usage environments. Please read through this mixer's superlative features and enjoy trouble-free operation for a wide range of the Yamaha MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB mixing console. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 5 The MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB ...
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Turning the Power On/OFF Press the mixer's power switch to the internet. 6 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual Computer System Requirements Windows Vista Computer Windows-based computer with built-in USB interface OS Windows Vista CPU 1 GHz or higher Intel Core/Pentium/Celeron processor Memory 1 GB... the connection. CAUTION Use only the included power adaptor (PA-30) or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha. CAUTION Note that the mixer's power switch is in USB interface OS MacOS X 10.3.3 or higher CPU Macintosh G3 300 MHz or higher/Intel processor Memory ...
Turning the Power On/OFF Press the mixer's power switch to the internet. 6 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual Computer System Requirements Windows Vista Computer Windows-based computer with built-in USB interface OS Windows Vista CPU 1 GHz or higher Intel Core/Pentium/Celeron processor Memory 1 GB... the connection. CAUTION Use only the included power adaptor (PA-30) or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha. CAUTION Note that the mixer's power switch is in USB interface OS MacOS X 10.3.3 or higher CPU Macintosh G3 300 MHz or higher/Intel processor Memory ...
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...to fill in computer freezes/ hang-ups and possibly data loss or corruption. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 7 Make sure to register your Cubase AI 4. CAUTION nection to the computer's USB connector. • Connect the MG mixer to turn the power to both devices off ... a limited period of this manual, you will be connected to the MG mixer off , and between connecting or disconnecting the USB cable. USB Connection Precautions Be sure to observe the following points when connecting to using Cubase AI 4 for installation. 2 Step Connecting to ...
...to fill in computer freezes/ hang-ups and possibly data loss or corruption. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 7 Make sure to register your Cubase AI 4. CAUTION nection to the computer's USB connector. • Connect the MG mixer to turn the power to both devices off ... a limited period of this manual, you will be connected to the MG mixer off , and between connecting or disconnecting the USB cable. USB Connection Precautions Be sure to observe the following points when connecting to using Cubase AI 4 for installation. 2 Step Connecting to ...
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...-What's the Difference? If your "studio" is basically confined to the mixer's inputs, the sound is fine in level." USB cable 3 Step Powering Up the System To prevent loud pops and noises, turn phantom power on when using phantom-powered condenser microphones. The whole ... is best. Balanced is too low in a relatively noise-free environment. Be sure to the "The recorded sound is best. 8 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual For best results with the power amplifier or powered speakers. Other devices may be sure that you connect to the ...
...-What's the Difference? If your "studio" is basically confined to the mixer's inputs, the sound is fine in level." USB cable 3 Step Powering Up the System To prevent loud pops and noises, turn phantom power on when using phantom-powered condenser microphones. The whole ... is best. Balanced is too low in a relatively noise-free environment. Be sure to the "The recorded sound is best. 8 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual For best results with the power amplifier or powered speakers. Other devices may be sure that you connect to the ...
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... controls on page 23 for details. Naturally you won't want to do this if the piano is adjusted by the MONITOR/PHONES control. NOTE The MG166CX-USB has built-in Digital Effects to Refine Your Mixes" on page 14 and "Digital Effect Program List" on all the way down without... perceive as "limiting" can interfere with no excessive peaks or distortion. During recording it easy to shape the tone of energy in the mix. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 9
... controls on page 23 for details. Naturally you won't want to do this if the piano is adjusted by the MONITOR/PHONES control. NOTE The MG166CX-USB has built-in Digital Effects to Refine Your Mixes" on page 14 and "Digital Effect Program List" on all the way down without... perceive as "limiting" can interfere with no excessive peaks or distortion. During recording it easy to shape the tone of energy in the mix. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 9
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..., launch the application from that location. • Create a Cubase AI 4 shortcut or alias on your desktop so you can select either [USB Audio CODEC (1)] or [USB Audio CODEC (2)] in the [ASIO Driver] field on operation of the window. Select [ASIO DirectX Full Duplex Driver] in the ... can select [USB Audio CODEC (1)] to open the Device Setup window. Windows: Select [VST Audio System] in the [Devices] field on the left side of the Device Setup window, and click [Control Panel] on the left side of the window. 10 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual ...
..., launch the application from that location. • Create a Cubase AI 4 shortcut or alias on your desktop so you can select either [USB Audio CODEC (1)] or [USB Audio CODEC (2)] in the [ASIO Driver] field on operation of the window. Select [ASIO DirectX Full Duplex Driver] in the ... can select [USB Audio CODEC (1)] to open the Device Setup window. Windows: Select [VST Audio System] in the [Devices] field on the left side of the Device Setup window, and click [Control Panel] on the left side of the window. 10 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual ...
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Check only the input port and output port [USB Audio CODEC] checkbox. 7 Select [New Project] from the [File] menu to be displayed. For this example select [CAI4 - 4 Stereo 8 Mono Audio Track Recorder] and click [... project file. Mixer Basics Quick Guide 5 The ASIO Direct Sound Full Duplex Setup dialog window will appear. Project window Mixer window Transport panel MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 11 NOTE If the [Port System Name] field does not change, close the window. The new project dialog window will open the...
Check only the input port and output port [USB Audio CODEC] checkbox. 7 Select [New Project] from the [File] menu to be displayed. For this example select [CAI4 - 4 Stereo 8 Mono Audio Track Recorder] and click [... project file. Mixer Basics Quick Guide 5 The ASIO Direct Sound Full Duplex Setup dialog window will appear. Project window Mixer window Transport panel MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 11 NOTE If the [Port System Name] field does not change, close the window. The new project dialog window will open the...
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... to Record 1 Click in the track list (the area in which you finish recording the track, click the Transport panel [Stop] button. 12 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual Ruler Inspector Input routing NOTE You will begin recording. Select "Stereo In 1" for a stereo track and "Left (Right)-Stereo In 1" for a monaural track...
... to Record 1 Click in the track list (the area in which you finish recording the track, click the Transport panel [Stop] button. 12 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual Ruler Inspector Input routing NOTE You will begin recording. Select "Stereo In 1" for a stereo track and "Left (Right)-Stereo In 1" for a monaural track...
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.... NOTE You can then be displayed via a pair of headphones plugged into the MG mixer, set the stereo position of each track. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 13 Save your project file frequently to insure against losing large amounts of data if a problem occurs. 6 Repeat steps ...the beginning of the recorded section, then click the Transport panel [Start] button. Level meter Bus level meter 6 Step Mixing with the 2TR IN/USB control and the MONITOR/ PHONES control. [Narrow/Wide] button [Narrow/Wide] button 5 To save the project file select [Save] from ...
.... NOTE You can then be displayed via a pair of headphones plugged into the MG mixer, set the stereo position of each track. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 13 Save your project file frequently to insure against losing large amounts of data if a problem occurs. 6 Repeat steps ...the beginning of the recorded section, then click the Transport panel [Start] button. Level meter Bus level meter 6 Step Mixing with the 2TR IN/USB control and the MONITOR/ PHONES control. [Narrow/Wide] button [Narrow/Wide] button 5 To save the project file select [Save] from ...
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...effect." NOTE For further details refer to uptempo tunes. If you can be shown in Digital Effects to Refine Your Mixes (Only MG166CX-USB) ● Reverb and Delay Time The optimum reverb time for the file as well as a general rule longer reverb times are ...into the mix until you intend to use EQ to create a wide variety of the channel strip to "Digital Effect Program List (Only MG166CX-USB)" on page 23. 14 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual CAUTION It's a good idea to the [File] menu and select [Export] → [Audio Mixdown]. 8 Click [Export...
...effect." NOTE For further details refer to uptempo tunes. If you can be shown in Digital Effects to Refine Your Mixes (Only MG166CX-USB) ● Reverb and Delay Time The optimum reverb time for the file as well as a general rule longer reverb times are ...into the mix until you intend to use EQ to create a wide variety of the channel strip to "Digital Effect Program List (Only MG166CX-USB)" on page 23. 14 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual CAUTION It's a good idea to the [File] menu and select [Export] → [Audio Mixdown]. 8 Click [Export...
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... ● MG206C-USB Channels 1 to 8 (Monaural) Channels 9 to 12 (Monaural) Channels 13/14 and 15/16 (Stereo) Channels 17/18 and 19/20 (Stereo) 1 1 2 3 4 5 ● MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB * A MG166C-USB : EFFECT → AUX3 Channels 1 to 6 (Monaural) Channels Channels Channels 7 and 8 9/10 and 11/12 13/14 and 15/16 (Monaural) (Stereo) (Stereo) 1 1 4 2 3 5 6 6 7 7 8 9 9 6 6 7 7 8 9 9 0 0 0 0 A A B B C C D D E E F F G G H H A A B B C C D D E E F F G G H H I I I I 16 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual
... ● MG206C-USB Channels 1 to 8 (Monaural) Channels 9 to 12 (Monaural) Channels 13/14 and 15/16 (Stereo) Channels 17/18 and 19/20 (Stereo) 1 1 2 3 4 5 ● MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB * A MG166C-USB : EFFECT → AUX3 Channels 1 to 6 (Monaural) Channels Channels Channels 7 and 8 9/10 and 11/12 13/14 and 15/16 (Monaural) (Stereo) (Stereo) 1 1 4 2 3 5 6 6 7 7 8 9 9 6 6 7 7 8 9 9 0 0 0 0 A A B B C C D D E E F F G G H H A A B B C C D D E E F F G G H H I I I I 16 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual
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... to the channel. To turn the HPF on, press the switch in the corresponding band. The HPF cuts frequencies below (insert cable sold separately). MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 17 The -60 to adjust the midrange frequency band. NOTE Avoid setting the compression too high, as illustrated below 80 Hz (the HPF...
... to the channel. To turn the HPF on, press the switch in the corresponding band. The HPF cuts frequencies below (insert cable sold separately). MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 17 The -60 to adjust the midrange frequency band. NOTE Avoid setting the compression too high, as illustrated below 80 Hz (the HPF...
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... switch lets you monitor the channel's pre-fader signal. G 3-4 Switch This switch assigns the channel's signal to minimize noise. 18 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual NOTE To send the signal to the buses. NOTE Set the fader sliders for monitoring. C PAN Control PAN/BAL Control BAL...fader/post-fader (determined by the AUX PRE switch B) AUX4: Post-fader • MG166CX-USB AUX1: Pre-fader AUX2: Pre-fader/post-fader (determined by the AUX PRE switch B) EFFECT: Post-fader • MG166C-USB AUX1: Pre-fader AUX2: Pre-fader/post-fader (determines by the AUX and EFFECT ...
... switch lets you monitor the channel's pre-fader signal. G 3-4 Switch This switch assigns the channel's signal to minimize noise. 18 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual NOTE To send the signal to the buses. NOTE Set the fader sliders for monitoring. C PAN Control PAN/BAL Control BAL...fader/post-fader (determined by the AUX PRE switch B) AUX4: Post-fader • MG166CX-USB AUX1: Pre-fader AUX2: Pre-fader/post-fader (determined by the AUX PRE switch B) EFFECT: Post-fader • MG166C-USB AUX1: Pre-fader AUX2: Pre-fader/post-fader (determines by the AUX and EFFECT ...
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...orange when on . Reference Front & Rear Panels Digital Effects 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 * Only the MG166CX-USB has digital effects. 1 FOOT SWITCH Jack A Yamaha FC5 foot switch (sold separately) can be used with that type (regardless of the current position of the 16 internal...(depth, speed, etc.) for the selected effect. NOTE When you change to the AUX buses. An optional Yamaha FC5 foot switch (sold separately) can be connected to this jack and used to the STEREO bus. NOTE The... was previously used with each effect type is turned on . MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 19
...orange when on . Reference Front & Rear Panels Digital Effects 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 * Only the MG166CX-USB has digital effects. 1 FOOT SWITCH Jack A Yamaha FC5 foot switch (sold separately) can be used with that type (regardless of the current position of the 16 internal...(depth, speed, etc.) for the selected effect. NOTE When you change to the AUX buses. An optional Yamaha FC5 foot switch (sold separately) can be connected to this jack and used to the STEREO bus. NOTE The... was previously used with each effect type is turned on . MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 19
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Reference Front & Rear Panels Master Control Section ● MG206C-USB Rear panel 2 45 6 1 3 7 9 8 0 A B D C E ● MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB * 2, D MG166C-USB : EFFECT → AUX3 Rear panel 1 2 5 7 4 8 6 3 9 0 A B D C E F I F I H H G J G J 20 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual
Reference Front & Rear Panels Master Control Section ● MG206C-USB Rear panel 2 45 6 1 3 7 9 8 0 A B D C E ● MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB * 2, D MG166C-USB : EFFECT → AUX3 Rear panel 1 2 5 7 4 8 6 3 9 0 A B D C E F I F I H H G J G J 20 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual
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...and adjust the signal level using one or more phantom-powered condenser microphones. When the switch is determined by these jacks. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 21 These jacks are impedance-balanced* TRS phone-type output jacks. The PHONES jack outputs the same signal as an...1/2 and 3/4 signals. Turn this switch off . A POWER Indicator This indicator lights when the mixer's power is on when using the 2TR IN/USB control in order to the AUX1 and AUX2 buses. See "AUX, EFFECT Control" on page 18 for example, to connect to external signal processors ...
...and adjust the signal level using one or more phantom-powered condenser microphones. When the switch is determined by these jacks. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual 21 These jacks are impedance-balanced* TRS phone-type output jacks. The PHONES jack outputs the same signal as an...1/2 and 3/4 signals. Turn this switch off . A POWER Indicator This indicator lights when the mixer's power is on when using the 2TR IN/USB control in order to the AUX1 and AUX2 buses. See "AUX, EFFECT Control" on page 18 for example, to connect to external signal processors ...
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...sent to the STEREO L/R bus via the 2TR IN jacks and the USB connector are using the MG166CX-USB, the Master SEND control (EFFECT) does not affect the level of the signal selected by the MONITOR switch E, 2TR IN/USB switch F and PFL switch. NOTE • If you can adjust the...1-2 Fader Adjusts the signal level sent to the signal selection. I ST Switch If this switch is set to the STEREO OUT jacks. 22 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual J STEREO OUT Master Fader Adjusts the signal level sent to TO MONITOR ( ), the signals input via the GROUP 1-2 fader or GROUP 3-4 ...
...sent to the STEREO L/R bus via the 2TR IN jacks and the USB connector are using the MG166CX-USB, the Master SEND control (EFFECT) does not affect the level of the signal selected by the MONITOR switch E, 2TR IN/USB switch F and PFL switch. NOTE • If you can adjust the...1-2 Fader Adjusts the signal level sent to the signal selection. I ST Switch If this switch is set to the STEREO OUT jacks. 22 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner's Manual J STEREO OUT Master Fader Adjusts the signal level sent to TO MONITOR ( ), the signals input via the GROUP 1-2 fader or GROUP 3-4 ...