Owner's Manual
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...note this serial number in the event of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. The term "XU models" refers to the MG20XU, MG16XU, and MG12XU. • Throughout this manual, the term "MG" refers to all models collectively. Model No. Depending on the ... consoles. In cases where different features need to be described for each model, the features for the MG16XU/MG16 and MG12XU/MG12 will be held responsible for damage caused by qualified Yamaha service personnel. PA_en_2 2/2 • Do not rest your weight on the device or place heavy objects...
...note this serial number in the event of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. The term "XU models" refers to the MG20XU, MG16XU, and MG12XU. • Throughout this manual, the term "MG" refers to all models collectively. Model No. Depending on the ... consoles. In cases where different features need to be described for each model, the features for the MG16XU/MG16 and MG12XU/MG12 will be held responsible for damage caused by qualified Yamaha service personnel. PA_en_2 2/2 • Do not rest your weight on the device or place heavy objects...
Owner's Manual
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Please read this manual, please keep it available for purchasing the Yamaha MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/ MG12XU/MG12 mixing console. Contents Precautions 5 Contents 7 Main Features 8 Quick Start Guide 9 Step 1 Preparing the Power Supply 9 Step 2 Making Connections 9 Step 3 Powering Up the ... product and ensure long-term, trouble-free use. After reading this manual thoroughly to the Speakers ...........10 Step 5 Using the Built-in Effects (XU Models Only 11 Setup 12 Setup Examples 12 Controls and Connectors 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 15 Input Channel Block 16 Built-in Effects...
Please read this manual, please keep it available for purchasing the Yamaha MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/ MG12XU/MG12 mixing console. Contents Precautions 5 Contents 7 Main Features 8 Quick Start Guide 9 Step 1 Preparing the Power Supply 9 Step 2 Making Connections 9 Step 3 Powering Up the ... product and ensure long-term, trouble-free use. After reading this manual thoroughly to the Speakers ...........10 Step 5 Using the Built-in Effects (XU Models Only 11 Setup 12 Setup Examples 12 Controls and Connectors 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 15 Input Channel Block 16 Built-in Effects...
Owner's Manual
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...The XU models (MG20XU/MG16XU/MG12XU) feature 24 built-in effects that they are included with the specially-designed "MG01" operational amp, the overall result is transferred based on downloading and installing Cubase AI, and making necessary settings. Visit the following Yamaha website... you can use DAW software such as a block diagram and level diagram. • Owner's Manual (this book) 8 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/mg_xu/ • Technical Specifications (English only): Includes general specifications, input/output characteristics,...
...The XU models (MG20XU/MG16XU/MG12XU) feature 24 built-in effects that they are included with the specially-designed "MG01" operational amp, the overall result is transferred based on downloading and installing Cubase AI, and making necessary settings. Visit the following Yamaha website... you can use DAW software such as a block diagram and level diagram. • Owner's Manual (this book) 8 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/mg_xu/ • Technical Specifications (English only): Includes general specifications, input/output characteristics,...
Owner's Manual
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The selected effect program number flashes in the display. To avoid falling into the mix until you should apply it . MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 11 You can use the [PARAMETER] knob (page 23) to up-tempo tunes. Reverb Level While working for many hours ... MG20XU has an [FX RTN LEVEL] knob.) 1. Any more suited to adjust effect parameters such as reverb or delay. Step 5 Using the Built-in Effects (XU Models Only) Quick Start Guide [AUX (2, 4)/FX] knobs Display [PROGRAM] knob* [PARAMETER] knob* [ON] switch for [FX RTN] [ST] switch for [FX RTN] * The ...
The selected effect program number flashes in the display. To avoid falling into the mix until you should apply it . MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 11 You can use the [PARAMETER] knob (page 23) to up-tempo tunes. Reverb Level While working for many hours ... MG20XU has an [FX RTN LEVEL] knob.) 1. Any more suited to adjust effect parameters such as reverb or delay. Step 5 Using the Built-in Effects (XU Models Only) Quick Start Guide [AUX (2, 4)/FX] knobs Display [PROGRAM] knob* [PARAMETER] knob* [ON] switch for [FX RTN] [ST] switch for [FX RTN] * The ...
Owner's Manual
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...Microphones 2 Synthesizer Powered speakers (main) Mono input jacks accept both XLR connectors and phone connectors. Foot switch (YAMAHA FC5) (The [FOOT SW] jack is on XU models only.) NOTE On the MG20XU/MG20, the [SEND] jack, [GROUP OUT] jack, [MONITOR OUT], jack, and... [STEREO OUT] jack are located on XU models only.) Portable audio player Headphones 12 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Setup Setup Examples 1. Sound Reinforcement for Live Performance Front Panel Drum Electric guitar Powered speakers...
...Microphones 2 Synthesizer Powered speakers (main) Mono input jacks accept both XLR connectors and phone connectors. Foot switch (YAMAHA FC5) (The [FOOT SW] jack is on XU models only.) NOTE On the MG20XU/MG20, the [SEND] jack, [GROUP OUT] jack, [MONITOR OUT], jack, and... [STEREO OUT] jack are located on XU models only.) Portable audio player Headphones 12 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Setup Setup Examples 1. Sound Reinforcement for Live Performance Front Panel Drum Electric guitar Powered speakers...
Owner's Manual
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2. CD player Power amp Speakers MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 13 For Events and Parties Front Panel Microphones DVD player (voice) DJ mixer Setup Powered speakers Headphones Rear Panel Computer (for music playback and/or recording) (The [USB 2.0] jack is on XU models only.) NOTE On the MG20XU/MG20, the [SEND] jack, [GROUP OUT] jack, [MONITOR OUT], jack, and [STEREO OUT] jack are located on the rear panel.
2. CD player Power amp Speakers MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 13 For Events and Parties Front Panel Microphones DVD player (voice) DJ mixer Setup Powered speakers Headphones Rear Panel Computer (for music playback and/or recording) (The [USB 2.0] jack is on XU models only.) NOTE On the MG20XU/MG20, the [SEND] jack, [GROUP OUT] jack, [MONITOR OUT], jack, and [STEREO OUT] jack are located on the rear panel.
Owner's Manual
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...16) Mono/stereo input channels (page 16) Stereo input channels (page 16) Master block jacks (page 24) • The master block jacks on the MG16XU/MG16/ MG12XU/MG12 are all located on the front panel. • The master block jacks on the MG20XU/MG20 are all located on the rear panel...] section (page 27) [GROUP] section (page 26) Input Channel Block (page 16 - 21) Built-in Effects Block (XU models only) (page 22 - 23) Master Block (page 24 - 27) 14 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Controls and Connectors Front Panel The number and locations of jacks and controls vary slightly...
...16) Mono/stereo input channels (page 16) Stereo input channels (page 16) Master block jacks (page 24) • The master block jacks on the MG16XU/MG16/ MG12XU/MG12 are all located on the front panel. • The master block jacks on the MG20XU/MG20 are all located on the rear panel...] section (page 27) [GROUP] section (page 26) Input Channel Block (page 16 - 21) Built-in Effects Block (XU models only) (page 22 - 23) Master Block (page 24 - 27) 14 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Controls and Connectors Front Panel The number and locations of jacks and controls vary slightly...
Owner's Manual
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MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 15 Rear Panel Controls and Connectors Power Block (page 27) MG16XU USB Block (XU models only) (page 28) Master Block MG20XU Master block jacks (page 24) The master block jacks on the MG20XU/MG20 are all located on the rear panel, except the [PHONES] jack.
MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 15 Rear Panel Controls and Connectors Power Block (page 27) MG16XU USB Block (XU models only) (page 28) Master Block MG20XU Master block jacks (page 24) The master block jacks on the MG20XU/MG20 are all located on the rear panel, except the [PHONES] jack.
Owner's Manual
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...stereo input jack and the [USB 2.0] jack. Turn this switch on ( ) to supply DC+48 V to feedback. i [PHANTOM +48V] switch and indicator MG20XU/MG20: 1 - 12 MG16XU/MG16: 1 - 8 MG12XU/MG12: 1 - 4 13/14 - 19/20 9/10 - 11/12 5/6 - 7/8 Turning this switch on ( ) will apply a dedicated high-pass filter only...prevent damage or noise in the signal by a slope of 12 dB/octave. NOTICE • Be sure to the channel. o [LINE /USB ] switch (XU models) Switches the audio source input on ( ) if you 've connected a microphone or other switches. r [PAD] switch u [COMP] knobs Controls and...
...stereo input jack and the [USB 2.0] jack. Turn this switch on ( ) to supply DC+48 V to feedback. i [PHANTOM +48V] switch and indicator MG20XU/MG20: 1 - 12 MG16XU/MG16: 1 - 8 MG12XU/MG12: 1 - 4 13/14 - 19/20 9/10 - 11/12 5/6 - 7/8 Turning this switch on ( ) will apply a dedicated high-pass filter only...prevent damage or noise in the signal by a slope of 12 dB/octave. NOTICE • Be sure to the channel. o [LINE /USB ] switch (XU models) Switches the audio source input on ( ) if you 've connected a microphone or other switches. r [PAD] switch u [COMP] knobs Controls and...
Owner's Manual
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... these programs, see the "Attenuator Function" (page 28). e [PROGRAM] knob Selects one of built-in effects. y e u r y i o o MG16XU MG20XU 22 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Controls and Connectors Built-in Effects Block (XU Models Only) MG20XU/MG16XU : AUX4/FX MG12XU : AUX2/FX PARAMETER USB-Att. For details, see the "Effect Programs" on page...
... these programs, see the "Attenuator Function" (page 28). e [PROGRAM] knob Selects one of built-in effects. y e u r y i o o MG16XU MG20XU 22 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Controls and Connectors Built-in Effects Block (XU Models Only) MG20XU/MG16XU : AUX4/FX MG12XU : AUX2/FX PARAMETER USB-Att. For details, see the "Effect Programs" on page...
Owner's Manual
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... or off, and plugging or unplugging the USB cable. Controls and Connectors USB Block (XU Models Only) only MG20XU/MG16XU/MG12XU USB-REC-L USB-REC-R USB Audio Controller USB-Att. • [USB ....) 3. Turn the [PROGRAM] knob to adjust the volume of the display. 28 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual When the attenuator is formed and feedback or howling may result. [USB... hang up, restart the application and/or computer and turn the power to observe the following Yamaha website, and install it between turning the mixer on again. Attenuator Function The [...
... or off, and plugging or unplugging the USB cable. Controls and Connectors USB Block (XU Models Only) only MG20XU/MG16XU/MG12XU USB-REC-L USB-REC-R USB Audio Controller USB-Att. • [USB ....) 3. Turn the [PROGRAM] knob to adjust the volume of the display. 28 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual When the attenuator is formed and feedback or howling may result. [USB... hang up, restart the application and/or computer and turn the power to observe the following Yamaha website, and install it between turning the mixer on again. Attenuator Function The [...
Owner's Manual
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...(15.2 lbs.) Owner's Manual, Technical Specifications, Cubase AI Download Information (XU model only) Rack-mount kit (MG20XU, MG20, MG16XU, MG16 only) Rack-mount kit: RK-MG12 (for information purposes only. FX) 4 (MG16XU: incl. Specifications and descriptions in every locale, please check with 1 kHz...other specifications, see the included "Technical Specifications." *1 Noise is measured with A-weighting filter. *2 Crosstalk is measured with your Yamaha dealer. Input channels Output channels Bus Input Channel Function Mono: MIC/LINE Mono/Stereo: MIC/LINE Stereo: LINE STEREO OUT ...
...(15.2 lbs.) Owner's Manual, Technical Specifications, Cubase AI Download Information (XU model only) Rack-mount kit (MG20XU, MG20, MG16XU, MG16 only) Rack-mount kit: RK-MG12 (for information purposes only. FX) 4 (MG16XU: incl. Specifications and descriptions in every locale, please check with 1 kHz...other specifications, see the included "Technical Specifications." *1 Noise is measured with A-weighting filter. *2 Crosstalk is measured with your Yamaha dealer. Input channels Output channels Bus Input Channel Function Mono: MIC/LINE Mono/Stereo: MIC/LINE Stereo: LINE STEREO OUT ...