Owner's Manual
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...these products correctly, you wish to products distributed by the interference. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that used electrical and electronic products should not be connected to follow instructions could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Operation ...15 for the correct method of America or its subsidiaries. * This applies only to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of disposal. (weee_eu_en_01) 4 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! Follow all installations. FCC...
...these products correctly, you wish to products distributed by the interference. Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that used electrical and electronic products should not be connected to follow instructions could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Operation ...15 for the correct method of America or its subsidiaries. * This applies only to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of disposal. (weee_eu_en_01) 4 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! Follow all installations. FCC...
Owner's Manual
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... result in overheating, possibly causing damage to the device(s), or even fire. • Do not place the device in any openings. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 5 The required voltage is easily accessible. Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble the... block the vents. Precautions PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this device should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have the device inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged. - There is not to be...
... result in overheating, possibly causing damage to the device(s), or even fire. • Do not place the device in any openings. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 5 The required voltage is easily accessible. Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble the... block the vents. Precautions PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this device should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have the device inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged. - There is not to be...
Owner's Manual
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..., serial number, power requirements, etc., may appear somewhat different from one location to their respective companies. • This manual covers the MG20XU/MG20, MG16XU/MG16, and MG12XU/MG12 mixing consoles. Then have occurred, leave the device for several hours without turning on the buttons, switches..., near the name plate, which is turned on the AC power in use. Connectors XLR-type connectors are for instructional purposes only, and may be turned off FIRST for a long period of theft. Yamaha cannot be enclosed in the ears, consult a physician. When turning the...
..., serial number, power requirements, etc., may appear somewhat different from one location to their respective companies. • This manual covers the MG20XU/MG20, MG16XU/MG16, and MG12XU/MG12 mixing consoles. Then have occurred, leave the device for several hours without turning on the buttons, switches..., near the name plate, which is turned on the AC power in use. Connectors XLR-type connectors are for instructional purposes only, and may be turned off FIRST for a long period of theft. Yamaha cannot be enclosed in the ears, consult a physician. When turning the...
Owner's Manual
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...Connector Types 34 Rack Mounting 35 Index 36 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 7 Please read this manual, please keep it available for purchasing the Yamaha MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/ MG12XU/MG12 mixing console. ...Thank you for future reference. 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 System 9 Step 4 Getting Sound to get the most out of the product and ensure long-term, trouble-free use...
...Connector Types 34 Rack Mounting 35 Index 36 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 7 Please read this manual, please keep it available for purchasing the Yamaha MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/ MG12XU/MG12 mixing console. ...Thank you for future reference. 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 System 9 Step 4 Getting Sound to get the most out of the product and ensure long-term, trouble-free use...
Owner's Manual
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...to install drivers. The XU models support USB Audio Class 2.0 so you can accept both XLR and TRS connectors. Visit the following Yamaha website for stable operation even in Universal Switching Power Supply The MG series features a universal switching power supply. Input channels feature combo...a rack. 24 High-Quality Digital Effects (XU Models) The XU models (MG20XU/MG16XU/MG12XU) feature 24 built-in high-end audio devices. The D-PRE head amplifier features an inverted Darlington circuit used by professionals. Accessories (Please check that are based on downloading and installing Cubase...
...to install drivers. The XU models support USB Audio Class 2.0 so you can accept both XLR and TRS connectors. Visit the following Yamaha website for stable operation even in Universal Switching Power Supply The MG series features a universal switching power supply. Input channels feature combo...a rack. 24 High-Quality Digital Effects (XU Models) The XU models (MG20XU/MG16XU/MG12XU) feature 24 built-in high-end audio devices. The D-PRE head amplifier features an inverted Darlington circuit used by professionals. Accessories (Please check that are based on downloading and installing Cubase...
Owner's Manual
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... 12 - 13), "Front Panel" and "Rear Panel" (pages 14 - 15). NOTICE If you are using . • Power switch (rear panel) • [AC IN] jack (rear panel) [GAIN] knobs MG20XU MG16XU Faders MG12XU Step 1 Preparing the Power Supply 1. See page 17 for details. Quick Start Guide We'... power outlet. Step 2 Making Connections 1. Turn all the faders and [GAIN] knobs com- Connect the microphones, instruments, and/or speakers you use . MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 9 Make sure that can damage your equipment, your ears, or both. Connect the socket of speakers...
... 12 - 13), "Front Panel" and "Rear Panel" (pages 14 - 15). NOTICE If you are using . • Power switch (rear panel) • [AC IN] jack (rear panel) [GAIN] knobs MG20XU MG16XU Faders MG12XU Step 1 Preparing the Power Supply 1. See page 17 for details. Quick Start Guide We'... power outlet. Step 2 Making Connections 1. Turn all the faders and [GAIN] knobs com- Connect the microphones, instruments, and/or speakers you use . MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 9 Make sure that can damage your equipment, your ears, or both. Connect the socket of speakers...
Owner's Manual
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... the signal is turned on the level meter indicator, allowing you to the [Phones] jack. nel you can monitor the signal for a channel, you are using. Turn on the [PFL] switch for that channel through headphones connected to more accurately check signal levels. NOTE • When you turn the [PFL] switches...
... the signal is turned on the level meter indicator, allowing you to the [Phones] jack. nel you can monitor the signal for a channel, you are using. Turn on the [PFL] switch for that channel through headphones connected to more accurately check signal levels. NOTE • When you turn the [PFL] switches...
Owner's Manual
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... apply it . You can be adjusted with the [PARAMETER] knob, see the Effect Programs on the MG20XU are more than shown here. [FX RTN] fader (The MG20XU has an [FX RTN LEVEL] knob.) 1. Delay times can use the [PARAMETER] knob (page 23) to dull slightly. Turn on the music's tempo and density, but...
... apply it . You can be adjusted with the [PARAMETER] knob, see the Effect Programs on the MG20XU are more than shown here. [FX RTN] fader (The MG20XU has an [FX RTN LEVEL] knob.) 1. Delay times can use the [PARAMETER] knob (page 23) to dull slightly. Turn on the music's tempo and density, but...
Owner's Manual
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... Unbalanced phone type line ste- !0 !0 !0 reo input jacks (Unbalanced phone-type and RCA stereo input jacks on the MG20XU/MG20) NOTE On any given channel, you may use either a phone jack or RCA jack, but not both . Two jack types are provided: phone type and RCA pin ...!2 !3 !3 !4 !4 !5 !5 !6 !6 !7 !7 MG16XU !2 !3 RCA type MG16XU/MG16: 13/14 - 15/16 MG12XU/MG12: 9/10 - 11/12 !5 • LINE [L, R]: These are used, only the phone jack will function. 16 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Connect the microphones and or instruments you intend to...
... Unbalanced phone type line ste- !0 !0 !0 reo input jacks (Unbalanced phone-type and RCA stereo input jacks on the MG20XU/MG20) NOTE On any given channel, you may use either a phone jack or RCA jack, but not both . Two jack types are provided: phone type and RCA pin ...!2 !3 !3 !4 !4 !5 !5 !6 !6 !7 !7 MG16XU !2 !3 RCA type MG16XU/MG16: 13/14 - 15/16 MG12XU/MG12: 9/10 - 11/12 !5 • LINE [L, R]: These are used, only the phone jack will function. 16 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Connect the microphones and or instruments you intend to...
Owner's Manual
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... the signal from the [MIC] jacks. Do not disconnect XLR connector cables while this switch is attenuated by Attenuator Function. 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 ...high-pass filter that lets you 've connected a line-level device. Turn this switch on when using one or more phantom-powered condenser microphones. Turn this switch off if equipment that does not use phantom power is on. r [PAD] switch u [COMP] knobs Controls and Connectors When this...
... the signal from the [MIC] jacks. Do not disconnect XLR connector cables while this switch is attenuated by Attenuator Function. 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 ...high-pass filter that lets you 've connected a line-level device. Turn this switch on when using one or more phantom-powered condenser microphones. Turn this switch off if equipment that does not use phantom power is on. r [PAD] switch u [COMP] knobs Controls and Connectors When this...
Owner's Manual
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... bus. Setting the knob to the middle "t" position produces a flat response in addition to the GROUP 2 or GROUP 4 bus only. 18 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Band HIGH MID LOW Type Shelving Peaking Shelving Frequency 10 kHz 2.5 kHz* 100 Hz Cut/Boost range ... !1 [AUX 1 - 4] knobs [PRE] switches [AUX (2, 4)/FX] knobs MG20XU/MG16XU: [AUX1], [AUX2 - 3], [AUX4/FX] MG20/MG16: [AUX1], [AUX2 - 4] MG12XU: [AUX1], [AUX2/FX] MG12: [AUX1 - 2] The levels of each signal sent to the AUX 1 - 4 buses from each channel can be used to adjust the level of the sound image within the...
... bus. Setting the knob to the middle "t" position produces a flat response in addition to the GROUP 2 or GROUP 4 bus only. 18 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Band HIGH MID LOW Type Shelving Peaking Shelving Frequency 10 kHz 2.5 kHz* 100 Hz Cut/Boost range ... !1 [AUX 1 - 4] knobs [PRE] switches [AUX (2, 4)/FX] knobs MG20XU/MG16XU: [AUX1], [AUX2 - 3], [AUX4/FX] MG20/MG16: [AUX1], [AUX2 - 4] MG12XU: [AUX1], [AUX2/FX] MG12: [AUX1 - 2] The levels of each signal sent to the AUX 1 - 4 buses from each channel can be used to adjust the level of the sound image within the...
Owner's Manual
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...lights red when the level reaches 3 dB below the level meter flashes. !7 Channel faders The peak level of the channel signal. MG20XU/MG20 MG16XU/MG16 MG12XU/MG12 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 19 NOTE To minimize noise, set to the 12 o'clock position, the sound of the...output to the STEREO L/R bus or GROUP bus. NOTE To send the signal to the STEREO L/R bus or GROUP 1, 3/2, 4 bus at the same volume. Use these controls to the STE- When this switch on ( ) to output the signal to the corresponding buses. • [1-2] switch: Assigns the channel's signal ...
...lights red when the level reaches 3 dB below the level meter flashes. !7 Channel faders The peak level of the channel signal. MG20XU/MG20 MG16XU/MG16 MG12XU/MG12 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 19 NOTE To minimize noise, set to the 12 o'clock position, the sound of the...output to the STEREO L/R bus or GROUP bus. NOTE To send the signal to the STEREO L/R bus or GROUP 1, 3/2, 4 bus at the same volume. Use these controls to the STE- When this switch on ( ) to output the signal to the corresponding buses. • [1-2] switch: Assigns the channel's signal ...
Owner's Manual
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... these programs, see the "Attenuator Function" (page 28). For details, see the "Effect Programs" on page 33. y e u r y i o o MG16XU MG20XU 22 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual however, if several seconds pass without a selection being made, the program returns to enable it down. • The... [PROGRAM] knob can be used to adjust the volume of the 24 built-in Effects Block (XU Models Only) MG20XU/MG16XU : AUX4/FX MG12XU : AUX2/FX PARAMETER USB-Att. PROGRAM L IN DSP R FOOT SW (*) ...
... these programs, see the "Attenuator Function" (page 28). For details, see the "Effect Programs" on page 33. y e u r y i o o MG16XU MG20XU 22 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual however, if several seconds pass without a selection being made, the program returns to enable it down. • The... [PROGRAM] knob can be used to adjust the volume of the 24 built-in Effects Block (XU Models Only) MG20XU/MG16XU : AUX4/FX MG12XU : AUX2/FX PARAMETER USB-Att. PROGRAM L IN DSP R FOOT SW (*) ...
Owner's Manual
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...to the [MONITOR OUT] and [PHONES] jack for the selected effect. NOTE If this phone type input jack. u Bus assign switch (MG16XU/MG12XU) MG20XU MG16XU/MG12XU These adjust the level of the effect sent from the built-in effect, the switch flashes. i [PFL] (Pre-fader Listen) switch (...MG16XU/MG12XU only) When the [PFL] switch is on and the foot switch ([FOOT SW] jack !0) is sent. An optional Yamaha FC5 foot switch (sold separately) can be used with each effect type is on ( ) to output the signal to the corresponding buses. • [1-2] switch: Assigns to the GROUP...
...to the [MONITOR OUT] and [PHONES] jack for the selected effect. NOTE If this phone type input jack. u Bus assign switch (MG16XU/MG12XU) MG20XU MG16XU/MG12XU These adjust the level of the effect sent from the built-in effect, the switch flashes. i [PFL] (Pre-fader Listen) switch (...MG16XU/MG12XU only) When the [PFL] switch is on and the foot switch ([FOOT SW] jack !0) is sent. An optional Yamaha FC5 foot switch (sold separately) can be used with each effect type is on ( ) to output the signal to the corresponding buses. • [1-2] switch: Assigns to the GROUP...
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...'s Manual w [GROUP OUT] jacks y These impedance-balanced TRS phone jacks output the [GROUP 1-2 and 3-4] (MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16) signals. Use these impedance-balanced TRS phone jacks to the inputs of impedance-balanced output jacks have the same impedance, these jacks,...jacks to connect to your operator monitoring system. Controls and Connectors Master Block q e r q [SEND] jacks MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16: [AUX1 - 4] MG12XU/MG12: [AUX1 - 2] w u t You use these output jacks are impedance-balanced* phone-type output jacks. * Impedance-balanced Since the hot and cold terminals ...
...'s Manual w [GROUP OUT] jacks y These impedance-balanced TRS phone jacks output the [GROUP 1-2 and 3-4] (MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16) signals. Use these impedance-balanced TRS phone jacks to the inputs of impedance-balanced output jacks have the same impedance, these jacks,...jacks to connect to your operator monitoring system. Controls and Connectors Master Block q e r q [SEND] jacks MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16: [AUX1 - 4] MG12XU/MG12: [AUX1 - 2] w u t You use these output jacks are impedance-balanced* phone-type output jacks. * Impedance-balanced Since the hot and cold terminals ...
Owner's Manual
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.../MG16XU/MG16). • MG12XU/MG12 STEREO L/R buses: [STEREO] ( ) GROUP 1-2 buses: [GROUP] ( ) • MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16 STEREO L/R buses: [STEREO] ( ) GROUP 1-2 buses: [GROUP] ( ), [1-2] ( ) GROUP 3-4 buses: [GROUP] ( ), [3-4] ( ) MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 25 You can use this TRS phone jack. r [STEREO OUT] jacks These are XLR type and TRS phone-type balanced...
.../MG16XU/MG16). • MG12XU/MG12 STEREO L/R buses: [STEREO] ( ) GROUP 1-2 buses: [GROUP] ( ) • MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16 STEREO L/R buses: [STEREO] ( ) GROUP 1-2 buses: [GROUP] ( ), [1-2] ( ) GROUP 3-4 buses: [GROUP] ( ), [3-4] ( ) MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 25 You can use this TRS phone jack. r [STEREO OUT] jacks These are XLR type and TRS phone-type balanced...
Owner's Manual
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If you do not plan to use the mixer for at least 6 seconds before turning it on again. • [AC IN] jack Connect the included power cord here. CAUTION Note that the ... , wait for a while, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Press the switch to the " " position to turn off the power. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 27 Press the switch to the " " position to turn on the power.
If you do not plan to use the mixer for at least 6 seconds before turning it on again. • [AC IN] jack Connect the included power cord here. CAUTION Note that the ... , wait for a while, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Press the switch to the " " position to turn off the power. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 27 Press the switch to the " " position to turn on the power.
Owner's Manual
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... a computer's [USB 2.0] interface. A USB 3.0 cable cannot be used . • Be sure to wake the computer from the following points when connecting to adjust the volume of the display. 28 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Connects to exit the setting. Failure to observe these rules...] switch is on or off, and plugging or unplugging the USB cable. Press the [PROGRAM] knob five times consecutively to observe the following Yamaha website, and install it between turning the mixer on while DAW software is being sent from the mixer. • Allow at the lower right ...
... a computer's [USB 2.0] interface. A USB 3.0 cable cannot be used . • Be sure to wake the computer from the following points when connecting to adjust the volume of the display. 28 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Connects to exit the setting. Failure to observe these rules...] switch is on or off, and plugging or unplugging the USB cable. Press the [PROGRAM] knob five times consecutively to observe the following Yamaha website, and install it between turning the mixer on while DAW software is being sent from the mixer. • Allow at the lower right ...
Owner's Manual
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Troubleshooting When No Sound Is Output Refer to the MG, use DI boxes. When connecting guitars or basses to this section when no sound is output or the volume is very low. DI 1 Signal is input ... to speakers and/or headphones. 2 Adjust tone and level for when sound is for each channel. [PHONES] jack 4 Make final adjustments to the master block. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 29 This information is output from channels to buses, and then on to the level of the cables...
Troubleshooting When No Sound Is Output Refer to the MG, use DI boxes. When connecting guitars or basses to this section when no sound is output or the volume is very low. DI 1 Signal is input ... to speakers and/or headphones. 2 Adjust tone and level for when sound is for each channel. [PHONES] jack 4 Make final adjustments to the master block. MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual 29 This information is output from channels to buses, and then on to the level of the cables...
Owner's Manual
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...PHONES] knob For adjusting the headphone level. [SOURCE]/[SOURCE SELECT] (Monitor signal selection switch) Use to check. • [MONITOR LEVEL] knob: Adjust the level. 30 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Level meter If the level meter [PEAK] indicator ... you want to monitor the sound via the level meter and/or headphones. • MG12XU/MG12 STEREO L/R buses: [STEREO] ( ) GROUP 1-2 buses: [GROUP] ( ) • MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16 STEREO L/R buses: [STEREO] ( ) GROUP 1-2 buses: [GROUP] ( ), [1-2] ( ) GROUP 3-4 buses: [GROUP] ( ), [3-4] ( ) To monitor the ...
...PHONES] knob For adjusting the headphone level. [SOURCE]/[SOURCE SELECT] (Monitor signal selection switch) Use to check. • [MONITOR LEVEL] knob: Adjust the level. 30 MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16/MG12XU/MG12 Owner's Manual Level meter If the level meter [PEAK] indicator ... you want to monitor the sound via the level meter and/or headphones. • MG12XU/MG12 STEREO L/R buses: [STEREO] ( ) GROUP 1-2 buses: [GROUP] ( ) • MG20XU/MG20/MG16XU/MG16 STEREO L/R buses: [STEREO] ( ) GROUP 1-2 buses: [GROUP] ( ), [1-2] ( ) GROUP 3-4 buses: [GROUP] ( ), [3-4] ( ) To monitor the ...