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Owner's Manual Precautions pages 5, 6 Quick Start Guide pages 9 to 11 Troubleshooting page 29 to 31 EN
Owner's Manual Precautions pages 5, 6 Quick Start Guide pages 9 to 11 Troubleshooting page 29 to 31 EN
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...recovery and recycling of other electronic devices. If you can be determined by using one of disposal. (weee_eu_en_01) 4 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to comply with the requirements listed in FCC...the source of interference, which is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in other electronic devices. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device may void your FCC authorization to the terminal which is suspected. * This ...
...recovery and recycling of other electronic devices. If you can be determined by using one of disposal. (weee_eu_en_01) 4 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to comply with the requirements listed in FCC...the source of interference, which is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in other electronic devices. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device may void your FCC authorization to the terminal which is suspected. * This ...
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...position where it . • Remove the electric plug from the outlet, and have the device inspected by Yamaha service personnel. - MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 5 Precautions PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this device should appear to be used for the device... off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet when the device is not to lift the device by qualified Yamaha service personnel. Attempting to be malfunctioning, discontinue use the voltage specified as heaters or radiators, and do not place the device ...
...position where it . • Remove the electric plug from the outlet, and have the device inspected by Yamaha service personnel. - MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 5 Precautions PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this device should appear to be used for the device... off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet when the device is not to lift the device by qualified Yamaha service personnel. Attempting to be malfunctioning, discontinue use the voltage specified as heaters or radiators, and do not place the device ...
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... When cleaning the device, use or modifications to the device, or data that is reason to their respective companies. • This manual covers the MG20XU/MG20, MG16XU/MG16, and MG12XU/MG12 mixing consoles. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., may cause problems with ...; Avoid inserting or dropping foreign objects (paper, plastic, metal, etc.) into any hearing loss or ringing in this manual are for damage caused by qualified Yamaha service personnel. NOTICE To avoid the possibility of malfunction/damage to the product, damage to data, or damage to another...
... When cleaning the device, use or modifications to the device, or data that is reason to their respective companies. • This manual covers the MG20XU/MG20, MG16XU/MG16, and MG12XU/MG12 mixing consoles. The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., may cause problems with ...; Avoid inserting or dropping foreign objects (paper, plastic, metal, etc.) into any hearing loss or ringing in this manual are for damage caused by qualified Yamaha service personnel. NOTICE To avoid the possibility of malfunction/damage to the product, damage to data, or damage to another...
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... get the most out of the product and ensure long-term, trouble-free use. Please read this manual, please keep it available for purchasing the Yamaha MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/ MG12XU/MG12 mixing console. After reading this manual thoroughly to the Speakers ...........10 Step 5 Using the Built-in Effects (XU Models Only 11 Setup... Output 29 Other 31 Appendix 32 General Specifications 32 Effect Programs 33 Jack and Connector List 34 Connector Types 34 Rack Mounting 35 Index 36 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 7 Thank you for future reference.
... get the most out of the product and ensure long-term, trouble-free use. Please read this manual, please keep it available for purchasing the Yamaha MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/ MG12XU/MG12 mixing console. After reading this manual thoroughly to the Speakers ...........10 Step 5 Using the Built-in Effects (XU Models Only 11 Setup... Output 29 Other 31 Appendix 32 General Specifications 32 Effect Programs 33 Jack and Connector List 34 Connector Types 34 Rack Mounting 35 Index 36 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 7 Thank you for future reference.
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... audio interface 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 The D-PRE head amplifier features an inverted Darlington circuit used by professionals. An AC inlet allows simple installation in.... 24-bit/192 kHz USB Audio Interface (XU Models) The XU models (MG20XU/MG16XU/MG12XU) feature a USB 2.0 audio interface capable of 24-bit/192 kHz sound quality. Visit the following Yamaha website for downloading the Steinberg DAW software "Cubase AI". Combined with your computer,...
... audio interface 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 The D-PRE head amplifier features an inverted Darlington circuit used by professionals. An AC inlet allows simple installation in.... 24-bit/192 kHz USB Audio Interface (XU Models) The XU models (MG20XU/MG16XU/MG12XU) feature a USB 2.0 audio interface capable of 24-bit/192 kHz sound quality. Visit the following Yamaha website for downloading the Steinberg DAW software "Cubase AI". Combined with your computer,...
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...the " " position (off). 2. NOTICE If you are using condenser microphones that can damage your equipment, your ears, or both. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 9 Connect the socket of noise from the speakers, power up the devices in Step 3 above every time you are using . ...• Power switch (rear panel) • [AC IN] jack (rear panel) [GAIN] knobs MG20XU MG16XU Faders MG12XU Step 1 Preparing the ...
...the " " position (off). 2. NOTICE If you are using condenser microphones that can damage your equipment, your ears, or both. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 9 Connect the socket of noise from the speakers, power up the devices in Step 3 above every time you are using . ...• Power switch (rear panel) • [AC IN] jack (rear panel) [GAIN] knobs MG20XU MG16XU Faders MG12XU Step 1 Preparing the ...
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The level of the signal is turned on the level meter indicator, allowing you turn on ( ) the [PFL] switches for that channel through headphones connected to the [Phones] jack. After checking levels, turn the [PFL] switches off. • When a [PFL] switch is also shown on , the [PFL] indicator below the level meter flashes. 2. nel you can monitor the signal for each chan- While playing your instrument or speaking into a microphone, adjust the input signal with the [GAIN] knob until it goes past the "0" ( NOTE • When you to the Speakers [GAIN] knobs Channel [ON] ...
The level of the signal is turned on the level meter indicator, allowing you turn on ( ) the [PFL] switches for that channel through headphones connected to the [Phones] jack. After checking levels, turn the [PFL] switches off. • When a [PFL] switch is also shown on , the [PFL] indicator below the level meter flashes. 2. nel you can monitor the signal for each chan- While playing your instrument or speaking into a microphone, adjust the input signal with the [GAIN] knob until it goes past the "0" ( NOTE • When you to the Speakers [GAIN] knobs Channel [ON] ...
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... [PROGRAM] knob* [PARAMETER] knob* [ON] switch for [FX RTN] [ST] switch for [FX RTN] * The [PROGRAM] knob and [PARAMETER] knob on the MG20XU are in slightly different locations than this trap, start to adjust effect parameters such as a general rule longer reverb times are more than shown here... 4. This can lead to a vocal, for a piece of music will start with excess processing sound like the perfect mix. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 11 Turn on the music's tempo and density, but as reverb time and delay time. When adding a delay to the perception ...
... [PROGRAM] knob* [PARAMETER] knob* [ON] switch for [FX RTN] [ST] switch for [FX RTN] * The [PROGRAM] knob and [PARAMETER] knob on the MG20XU are in slightly different locations than this trap, start to adjust effect parameters such as a general rule longer reverb times are more than shown here... 4. This can lead to a vocal, for a piece of music will start with excess processing sound like the perfect mix. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 11 Turn on the music's tempo and density, but as reverb time and delay time. When adding a delay to the perception ...
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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...
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...
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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. CD player Power amp Speakers MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 13 2.
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. CD player Power amp Speakers MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 13 2.
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...) • 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, except the [PHONES] jack. [MONITOR] section (page 25) [SEND MASTER] section (page 26) [STEREO] section (page 27...] 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 Carefully check the name indicated near each jack and control while referring to this...
...) • 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, except the [PHONES] jack. [MONITOR] section (page 25) [SEND MASTER] section (page 26) [STEREO] section (page 27...] 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 Carefully check the name indicated near each jack and control while referring to this...
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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. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 15
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... q r w t e q Mono input jacks MG20XU/MG20: 1 - 12 MG16XU/MG16: 1 - 8 MG12XU/MG12: 1 - 4 • [MIC/LINE]: Accepts both types of jack are used, only the phone jack will function. 16 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual If both XLR connectors and phone connectors. w Mono.../stereo input jacks MG20XU/MG20: 13/14 - 19/20 MG16XU/MG16: 9/10 - 11/12 MG12XU/MG12: 5/6 - 7/8 y y MG20XU/MG20 MG20XU u i MG16XU/MG16 MG12XU/MG12 MG20...
... q r w t e q Mono input jacks MG20XU/MG20: 1 - 12 MG16XU/MG16: 1 - 8 MG12XU/MG12: 1 - 4 • [MIC/LINE]: Accepts both types of jack are used, only the phone jack will function. 16 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual If both XLR connectors and phone connectors. w Mono.../stereo input jacks MG20XU/MG20: 13/14 - 19/20 MG16XU/MG16: 9/10 - 11/12 MG12XU/MG12: 5/6 - 7/8 y y MG20XU/MG20 MG20XU u i MG16XU/MG16 MG12XU/MG12 MG20...
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... 28). NOTE There may lead to feedback. t [HPF] (High Pass Filter) switch For adjusting the amount of the input signal. 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 CH19... switches. NOTE The volume input from the [MIC/LINE] jack of the mono input channel is attenuated by Attenuator Function. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 17 Mono input channels have a [PAD] switch r that attenuates frequencies below 80 Hz in the mixing console or connected ...
... 28). NOTE There may lead to feedback. t [HPF] (High Pass Filter) switch For adjusting the amount of the input signal. 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 CH19... switches. NOTE The volume input from the [MIC/LINE] jack of the mono input channel is attenuated by Attenuator Function. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 17 Mono input channels have a [PAD] switch r that attenuates frequencies below 80 Hz in the mixing console or connected ...
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... band. Controls and Connectors !0 Equalizer ([HIGH]/[MID]/[LOW]) 3 Band [MID] Sweep 3 Band 2 Band Equalization Types and Characteristics 3 Band [MID] Sweep 3 Band 2 Band MG20XU/ MG20 CH 1 - 12 CH 13/14 - 19/20 - The upper knob sets the variable mid frequency, while the lower knob sets the amount of the...the right amplifies (boosts) the corresponding frequency band, while turning it to the GROUP 2 or GROUP 4 bus only. 18 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual if the knob is turned completely to the right, the signal is sent to the left , the signal is sent to the...
... band. Controls and Connectors !0 Equalizer ([HIGH]/[MID]/[LOW]) 3 Band [MID] Sweep 3 Band 2 Band Equalization Types and Characteristics 3 Band [MID] Sweep 3 Band 2 Band MG20XU/ MG20 CH 1 - 12 CH 13/14 - 19/20 - The upper knob sets the variable mid frequency, while the lower knob sets the amount of the...the right amplifies (boosts) the corresponding frequency band, while turning it to the GROUP 2 or GROUP 4 bus only. 18 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual if the knob is turned completely to the right, the signal is sent to the left , the signal is sent to the...
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... to the [LINE] (L/MONO) jack, and as a [BAL] control when sound is input to both [PAN] and [BAL] functions. MG20XU/MG20 MG16XU/MG16 MG12XU/MG12 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 19 Use these controls to the STE- When this condition, the audio from the STEREO L/R buses or GROUP buses that...
... to the [LINE] (L/MONO) jack, and as a [BAL] control when sound is input to both [PAN] and [BAL] functions. MG20XU/MG20 MG16XU/MG16 MG12XU/MG12 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 19 Use these controls to the STE- When this condition, the audio from the STEREO L/R buses or GROUP buses that...
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...] PHANTOM (*) Only MG20XU, MG20, MG16XU and MG16 PAD 26dB HA GAIN HPF 80Hz MG20XU/MG20 : CH1-8 ...MG20XU/MG20 : CH13/14,15/16 MG16XU/MG16 : CH9/10,11/12 MG12XU/MG12 : CH5/6,7/8 R [-34dBu - +10dBu] Only MG20XU and MG20 L [-34dBu - +10dBu] MG20XU.../MG20 : CH17/18,19/20 R [-34dBu - +10dBu] PHANTOM HA HPF HPF 80Hz HA GAIN HA MG20XU... : CH17/18 MG20 : CH17/18 CH19/20 HA GAIN HA USB-PLAY-L USB-PLAY-R LINE/USB MG20XU : CH19/20 (*) Only MG20XU...PRE AUX1 AUX1PRE MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16 MG12XU/MG12 AUX2/FX, AUX2 PRE AUX2 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/...
...] PHANTOM (*) Only MG20XU, MG20, MG16XU and MG16 PAD 26dB HA GAIN HPF 80Hz MG20XU/MG20 : CH1-8 ...MG20XU/MG20 : CH13/14,15/16 MG16XU/MG16 : CH9/10,11/12 MG12XU/MG12 : CH5/6,7/8 R [-34dBu - +10dBu] Only MG20XU and MG20 L [-34dBu - +10dBu] MG20XU.../MG20 : CH17/18,19/20 R [-34dBu - +10dBu] PHANTOM HA HPF HPF 80Hz HA GAIN HA MG20XU... : CH17/18 MG20 : CH17/18 CH19/20 HA GAIN HA USB-PLAY-L USB-PLAY-R LINE/USB MG20XU : CH19/20 (*) Only MG20XU...PRE AUX1 AUX1PRE MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16 MG12XU/MG12 AUX2/FX, AUX2 PRE AUX2 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/...
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... : CH11/12 BAL MG12XU/MG12 PRE MG16XU/MG16 MG12XU/MG12 PRE MG16XU/MG16 1-2 3-4 (*) ST AUX1 AUX1PRE AUX2/FX, AUX2 AUX2 AUX3 (*) AUX4/FX, AUX4 (*) PFL MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 21
... : CH11/12 BAL MG12XU/MG12 PRE MG16XU/MG16 MG12XU/MG12 PRE MG16XU/MG16 1-2 3-4 (*) ST AUX1 AUX1PRE AUX2/FX, AUX2 AUX2 AUX3 (*) AUX4/FX, AUX4 (*) PFL MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 21
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...8226; You can also select the desired effect by turning the knob while holding it . y e u r y i o o MG16XU MG20XU 22 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual The number flashes during selection; PROGRAM L IN DSP R FOOT SW (*) Only MG16XU MG16XU MG12XU ON FX RTN... MG20XU LEVEL PFL 1-2 3-4(*) ST AUX1PRE AUX2PRE (*) AUX3PRE (*) FX ON !0 q w e r t STEREO L STEREO R GROUP 1 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 (*) GROUP 4 (*) AUX1 AUX2 (*) AUX3 ...
...8226; You can also select the desired effect by turning the knob while holding it . y e u r y i o o MG16XU MG20XU 22 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual The number flashes during selection; PROGRAM L IN DSP R FOOT SW (*) Only MG16XU MG16XU MG12XU ON FX RTN... MG20XU LEVEL PFL 1-2 3-4(*) ST AUX1PRE AUX2PRE (*) AUX3PRE (*) FX ON !0 q w e r t STEREO L STEREO R GROUP 1 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 (*) GROUP 4 (*) AUX1 AUX2 (*) AUX3 ...