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Owner's Manual Precautions Quick Start Guide Troubleshooting pages 4, 5 pages 12 to 14 page 27 EN
Owner's Manual Precautions Quick Start Guide Troubleshooting pages 4, 5 pages 12 to 14 page 27 EN
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.... WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. (UL60065_03) 2 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Thank you for the longest possible period of time. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions....plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11 Only use this manual, please keep it available for your purchase of the Yamaha MGP16X or MGP12X mixing console. Servicing is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your...
.... WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. (UL60065_03) 2 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Thank you for the longest possible period of time. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions....plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11 Only use this manual, please keep it available for your purchase of the Yamaha MGP16X or MGP12X mixing console. Servicing is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your...
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...along with exceptionally musical characteristics as well as on the mono input channels features Xpressive EQ, which effectively models analog EQ utilizing Yamaha's famed VCM (Virtual Circuitry Modeling) technology. REV-X and SPX (pages 21, 28) Two powerful digital effect blocks are... Diagram and Level Diagram 33 Accessories • AC power cord (1) • Rack mount kit (1) (MGP12X only) • Owner's manual (1) MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 3 EQ (equalizer) The shelving EQ (low/high) on an iPod/iPhone filled with Class-A discrete microphone preamplifiers. The circuit ...
...along with exceptionally musical characteristics as well as on the mono input channels features Xpressive EQ, which effectively models analog EQ utilizing Yamaha's famed VCM (Virtual Circuitry Modeling) technology. REV-X and SPX (pages 21, 28) Two powerful digital effect blocks are... Diagram and Level Diagram 33 Accessories • AC power cord (1) • Rack mount kit (1) (MGP12X only) • Owner's manual (1) MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 3 EQ (equalizer) The shelving EQ (low/high) on an iPod/iPhone filled with Class-A discrete microphone preamplifiers. The circuit ...
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... READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING * Please keep this device should appear to1 be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by Yamaha service personnel. - These precautions include, but are not limited to other hazards. Water warning • Do not expose the device...warning • Do not put burning items, such as water seeps into any abnormality • When one you intend to minimum. 4 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual PA_en_1 1/2 Inadequate ventilation can damage it. • Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the device is a sudden loss of...
... READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING * Please keep this device should appear to1 be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by Yamaha service personnel. - These precautions include, but are not limited to other hazards. Water warning • Do not expose the device...warning • Do not put burning items, such as water seeps into any abnormality • When one you intend to minimum. 4 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual PA_en_1 1/2 Inadequate ventilation can damage it. • Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the device is a sudden loss of...
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...the speakers. • Do not apply oil, grease, or contact cleaner to iPod or iPhone respectively, and has been certified by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Do not rest your weight on the device or place heavy objects on it, and avoid use paint thinners, ...near a heater, or in your device. • Throughout this manual are wired as shown in any gaps or openings on the device (vents, ports, etc.). • Avoid inserting or dropping foreign objects (paper, plastic, metal, etc.) into any hearing loss or ringing in the U.S. PA_en_1 2/2 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 5
...the speakers. • Do not apply oil, grease, or contact cleaner to iPod or iPhone respectively, and has been certified by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Do not rest your weight on the device or place heavy objects on it, and avoid use paint thinners, ...near a heater, or in your device. • Throughout this manual are wired as shown in any gaps or openings on the device (vents, ports, etc.). • Avoid inserting or dropping foreign objects (paper, plastic, metal, etc.) into any hearing loss or ringing in the U.S. PA_en_1 2/2 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 5
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... in a relatively noise-free environment. With properly designed receiving circuitry cables with this type of connector can be used for unbalanced signals. White Red 6 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Short line-level cables Unbalanced cable is best. Long line-level cables Balanced is best. Stereo types are used for example. Male Female Phone jacks...
... in a relatively noise-free environment. With properly designed receiving circuitry cables with this type of connector can be used for unbalanced signals. White Red 6 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Short line-level cables Unbalanced cable is best. Long line-level cables Balanced is best. Stereo types are used for example. Male Female Phone jacks...
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... compression can be given regarding equalization while recording is simply to start working on. Start with the clarity of music you 'll want to pass. MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 7 Making the Most of Your Mixer Level Adjustment for Optimum Mix Equalizer Tips The best advice that can be a cause of feedback, however, so...
... compression can be given regarding equalization while recording is simply to start working on. Start with the clarity of music you 'll want to pass. MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 7 Making the Most of Your Mixer Level Adjustment for Optimum Mix Equalizer Tips The best advice that can be a cause of feedback, however, so...
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Sound Reinforcement for Live Performance CD player (MGP16X) USB (MGP12X) USB : iPod/iPhone signal CH15/16 : iPod/iPhone signal CH11/12 iPod/ iPhone Powered monitor speakers Computer/Audio interface Synthesizer Headphones Exciter Portable recorder Powered speakers Powered monitor speakers (For musician monitoring) 8 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Effect processor Microphone x 2 DI Bass Microphone x 4 Guitar Drum Setup Setup Examples 1.
Sound Reinforcement for Live Performance CD player (MGP16X) USB (MGP12X) USB : iPod/iPhone signal CH15/16 : iPod/iPhone signal CH11/12 iPod/ iPhone Powered monitor speakers Computer/Audio interface Synthesizer Headphones Exciter Portable recorder Powered speakers Powered monitor speakers (For musician monitoring) 8 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Effect processor Microphone x 2 DI Bass Microphone x 4 Guitar Drum Setup Setup Examples 1.
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2. For Events and Parties DVD player (voice) Setup (MGP16X) USB (MGP12X) USB : iPod/iPhone signal CH15/16 : iPod/iPhone signal CH11/12 DJ mixer iPod/ iPhone CD player Headphones Computer/Audio interface Instrument, Microphone CH8 (for MC) * MGP12X: CH4 Powered speakers Power amp Speakers MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 9
2. For Events and Parties DVD player (voice) Setup (MGP16X) USB (MGP12X) USB : iPod/iPhone signal CH15/16 : iPod/iPhone signal CH11/12 DJ mixer iPod/ iPhone CD player Headphones Computer/Audio interface Instrument, Microphone CH8 (for MC) * MGP12X: CH4 Powered speakers Power amp Speakers MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 9
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... be cases in step 1. Refer to ensure at least 11U* of rack space. e q w e q w Fasten them into place. 10 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 13U 11U Using other surfaces. Use a screwdriver to remove these brackets. Precautions for Rack Mounting This unit is about 578mm. ...Mounting the MGP16X/MGP12X 1. Setup Rack Mounting The unit requires at least 13U* of rack space. * 11U corresponds to ...
... be cases in step 1. Refer to ensure at least 11U* of rack space. e q w e q w Fasten them into place. 10 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 13U 11U Using other surfaces. Use a screwdriver to remove these brackets. Precautions for Rack Mounting This unit is about 578mm. ...Mounting the MGP16X/MGP12X 1. Setup Rack Mounting The unit requires at least 13U* of rack space. * 11U corresponds to ...
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... the unit into the rack, and fasten it to ensure that the screws used do not go deeper than 12 millimeters into place. 13U 11U MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 11 Prepare the included rack-mount kit (2 sup- CAUTION Be sure to the mixer in step 2. MGP12X 3. however, you can ... to fasten the rack- Also, to the front cover. Using other side as shown): q center, w front, and e back. vertical spacing: 208.5mm.) Yamaha does not sell such a cover; Setup Security Cover Mounting In order to prevent the control knobs of about 20-25 millimeters between the front panel...
... the unit into the rack, and fasten it to ensure that the screws used do not go deeper than 12 millimeters into place. 13U 11U MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 11 Prepare the included rack-mount kit (2 sup- CAUTION Be sure to the mixer in step 2. MGP12X 3. however, you can ... to fasten the rack- Also, to the front cover. Using other side as shown): q center, w front, and e back. vertical spacing: 208.5mm.) Yamaha does not sell such a cover; Setup Security Cover Mounting In order to prevent the control knobs of about 20-25 millimeters between the front panel...
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... into a power outlet. GAIN controls Power switch (rear panel) DI Although electric guitars and basses can damage your equipment, your ears, or both. 12 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Make sure that can be connected directly to the mixer's inputs, the sound is set the +48V phantom switch to the [AC IN] connector. 3. For...
... into a power outlet. GAIN controls Power switch (rear panel) DI Although electric guitars and basses can damage your equipment, your ears, or both. 12 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Make sure that can be connected directly to the mixer's inputs, the sound is set the +48V phantom switch to the [AC IN] connector. 3. For...
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Adjust the GAIN controls so that the corresponding peak indicators flash briefly on . Quick Start Guide Step 4 Getting Sound to get an accurate reading of the incoming signal level, turn the channel PFL switch on the highest peak levels. NOTE To use the level meter to the Speakers 1. Adjust the channel GAIN controls so that level meter indication occasionally rises above the "
Adjust the GAIN controls so that the corresponding peak indicators flash briefly on . Quick Start Guide Step 4 Getting Sound to get an accurate reading of the incoming signal level, turn the channel PFL switch on the highest peak levels. NOTE To use the level meter to the Speakers 1. Adjust the channel GAIN controls so that level meter indication occasionally rises above the "
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... the mix. TO CH15/16 (TO CH11/12) switch 1 DUCKER switches 2 CH13/14, CH15/16 (CH9/10, CH11/12) 1 2 GAIN controls 4 GAIN control 14 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 5 ON switch 5 Channel fader 3 SOURCE channel Too much reverb, particularly in the high frequencies, can result in unnatural sound and interfere with reverb level all...
... the mix. TO CH15/16 (TO CH11/12) switch 1 DUCKER switches 2 CH13/14, CH15/16 (CH9/10, CH11/12) 1 2 GAIN controls 4 GAIN control 14 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 5 ON switch 5 Channel fader 3 SOURCE channel Too much reverb, particularly in the high frequencies, can result in unnatural sound and interfere with reverb level all...
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iPod/iPhone section page 20 5. GROUP/STEREO section page 24 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 15 Stereo input section page 18 Master Control Block 4. Mono input section page 18 2. Mono and stereo input section page 18 3. RETURN/2TR IN section ... digital effects section page 21 6. Built-in the channel I/O connectors section (see 10 on the next page). Controls and Connectors Front Panel 4 6 8 7 1 235 9 * Throughout this manual, all panel illustrations show the panel of the MGP16X. Meter/PHONES section page 23 7. Channel Control Block 1.
iPod/iPhone section page 20 5. GROUP/STEREO section page 24 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 15 Stereo input section page 18 Master Control Block 4. Mono input section page 18 2. Mono and stereo input section page 18 3. RETURN/2TR IN section ... digital effects section page 21 6. Built-in the channel I/O connectors section (see 10 on the next page). Controls and Connectors Front Panel 4 6 8 7 1 235 9 * Throughout this manual, all panel illustrations show the panel of the MGP16X. Meter/PHONES section page 23 7. Channel Control Block 1.
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Master I /O connectors section page 25 11. Power section page 26 16 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Controls and Connectors Rear Panel 12 11 10 Rear Input/Output Block 10. Channel I /O connectors section page 26 12.
Master I /O connectors section page 25 11. Power section page 26 16 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Controls and Connectors Rear Panel 12 11 10 Rear Input/Output Block 10. Channel I /O connectors section page 26 12.
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... of summing from left to right is where the actual "mixing" takes place. The level meter LED shows the level of the bus (summing amplifier). MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 17
... of summing from left to right is where the actual "mixing" takes place. The level meter LED shows the level of the bus (summing amplifier). MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual 17
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...stereo channels is automatically lowered when a signal exceeding a certain level is input to the SOURCE channel (MGP16X: CH8, MGP12X: CH4). the STEREO master and GROUP (1-2, 3-4) faders - Turn this switch on... (MGP16X), 1-4 (MGP12X) Mono/stereo channels 9-12 (MGP16X), 5-8 (MGP12X) Stereo channels 13-16 (MGP16X), 9-12 (MGP12X) r q q e e t w y y y i u o o o !0 !0 !0 !1 !1 !1 !2 !2 !2 !3 !3 !3 !4 !4 !4 !5 !5 !5 !6 !6 !6 q +48V switch and indicator This switch toggles phantom power on page 21). !7 !7 !7 !8 !8 !8 18 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual When ...
...stereo channels is automatically lowered when a signal exceeding a certain level is input to the SOURCE channel (MGP16X: CH8, MGP12X: CH4). the STEREO master and GROUP (1-2, 3-4) faders - Turn this switch on... (MGP16X), 1-4 (MGP12X) Mono/stereo channels 9-12 (MGP16X), 5-8 (MGP12X) Stereo channels 13-16 (MGP16X), 9-12 (MGP12X) r q q e e t w y y y i u o o o !0 !0 !0 !1 !1 !1 !2 !2 !2 !3 !3 !3 !4 !4 !4 !5 !5 !5 !6 !6 !6 q +48V switch and indicator This switch toggles phantom power on page 21). !7 !7 !7 !8 !8 !8 18 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual When ...
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The indicator lights when it is connected to the input jacks (LINE) on the rear panel, initially adjust the input level according to a certain level, preventing sudden jumps or dips in the level. Turning this switch on . NOTE If an audio player other audio players, the actual sound output level may differ for each song depending on the LEVELER switch. Controls and Connectors t LEVELER switch and indicator When playing music from an iPod/iPhone or other than iPod/iPhone is turned on ( ) lets you have the volume adjusted automatically to the softest part (lowest level) of the song, ...
The indicator lights when it is connected to the input jacks (LINE) on the rear panel, initially adjust the input level according to a certain level, preventing sudden jumps or dips in the level. Turning this switch on . NOTE If an audio player other audio players, the actual sound output level may differ for each song depending on the LEVELER switch. Controls and Connectors t LEVELER switch and indicator When playing music from an iPod/iPhone or other than iPod/iPhone is turned on ( ) lets you have the volume adjusted automatically to the softest part (lowest level) of the song, ...
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... the balance between left or Groups 1 and 3, and decrease the level of the knob). Use these controls to CH15/16 (CH11/12). 20 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Switch TO CH15/16 (MGP16X) TO CH11/12 (MGP12X) Switch Setting ANALOG USB Audio Signal Input Source CH15/16 jacks... (MGP16X) CH11/12 jacks (MGP12X) iPod/iPhone Output Destination Channels CH15/16 (MGP16X) Ch11/12 (MGP12X) TO 2TR IN ANALOG USB 2TR IN jacks iPod/iPhone 2TR IN NOTE • The...
... the balance between left or Groups 1 and 3, and decrease the level of the knob). Use these controls to CH15/16 (CH11/12). 20 MGP16X/MGP12X Owner's Manual Switch TO CH15/16 (MGP16X) TO CH11/12 (MGP12X) Switch Setting ANALOG USB Audio Signal Input Source CH15/16 jacks... (MGP16X) CH11/12 jacks (MGP12X) iPod/iPhone Output Destination Channels CH15/16 (MGP16X) Ch11/12 (MGP12X) TO 2TR IN ANALOG USB 2TR IN jacks iPod/iPhone 2TR IN NOTE • The...