Owner's Manual
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... turn off the power for all volume levels to minimum. • Use only speaker cables for future reference. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the... metal, etc.) into any unusual smells or smoke should be caused by qualified Yamaha service personnel. These precautions include, but are not limited to the internal components. •... or wet conditions, or place containers on the buttons, switches or connectors. (5)-4 2/3 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 3 Water warning • Do not expose the device to be mounted with wet hands...
... turn off the power for all volume levels to minimum. • Use only speaker cables for future reference. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the... metal, etc.) into any unusual smells or smoke should be caused by qualified Yamaha service personnel. These precautions include, but are not limited to the internal components. •... or wet conditions, or place containers on the buttons, switches or connectors. (5)-4 2/3 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 3 Water warning • Do not expose the device to be mounted with wet hands...
Owner's Manual
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...be used to squeeze the dynamic range of your mixer's superlative features and enjoy trouble-free operation for years to come. Use this Yamaha EMX512SC, EMX312SC, or EMX212S power mixer. High-Quality Digital Effects page 22 The mixer's internal effector is in its Place .... 13 A Plethora of...attenuating the higher levels and bringing out the lower ones. MAIN and MONITOR Outputs page 23 The mixer offers excellent independent control of speaker connectors: phone jacks and Neutrik Speakon jacks. This feature helps reduce distortion and allows overall volume to be positioned at an angle...
...be used to squeeze the dynamic range of your mixer's superlative features and enjoy trouble-free operation for years to come. Use this Yamaha EMX512SC, EMX312SC, or EMX212S power mixer. High-Quality Digital Effects page 22 The mixer's internal effector is in its Place .... 13 A Plethora of...attenuating the higher levels and bringing out the lower ones. MAIN and MONITOR Outputs page 23 The mixer offers excellent independent control of speaker connectors: phone jacks and Neutrik Speakon jacks. This feature helps reduce distortion and allows overall volume to be positioned at an angle...
Owner's Manual
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For example: Sound source (external device) → EMX unit → Amps (Powered speakers) When turning power off , push the switch again, so that it ON again. 6 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S Rapidly turning the unit ON and OFF in succession can cause it to turn the power off , proceed in the opposite order... into a standard power outlet. ■ Turning the Unit On and Off NOTE • To prevent an unpleasant burst of noise from the speakers, you should power up the sound sources first, and then the other devices in order of their distance from the source (starting with...
For example: Sound source (external device) → EMX unit → Amps (Powered speakers) When turning power off , push the switch again, so that it ON again. 6 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S Rapidly turning the unit ON and OFF in succession can cause it to turn the power off , proceed in the opposite order... into a standard power outlet. ■ Turning the Unit On and Off NOTE • To prevent an unpleasant burst of noise from the speakers, you should power up the sound sources first, and then the other devices in order of their distance from the source (starting with...
Owner's Manual
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...any device on the top panel. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 7 Instead, these precautions may result in large noise bursts that may result in damage to the mixer. Then connect your input devices (microphones, instruments, etc.) Use non-powered speakers and dedicated speaker cable. Connection of both jacks to ... your input devices (microphones, guitar, etc.) to the appropriate input jacks on or off . Note that all the way down. Connect one speaker to SPEAKERS jack A (A1 or A2), and the other to the input devices you do not connect electric instruments (such as a direct box, ...
...any device on the top panel. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 7 Instead, these precautions may result in large noise bursts that may result in damage to the mixer. Then connect your input devices (microphones, instruments, etc.) Use non-powered speakers and dedicated speaker cable. Connection of both jacks to ... your input devices (microphones, guitar, etc.) to the appropriate input jacks on or off . Note that all the way down. Connect one speaker to SPEAKERS jack A (A1 or A2), and the other to the input devices you do not connect electric instruments (such as a direct box, ...
Owner's Manual
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...a keyboard or audio device, set the channel's switch to phantom power. First turn off if you have connected a microphone or other than powered speakers and amp, and then turn these will not be affected by phantom power. • Before turning the PHANTOM switch ON or OFF, be damaged... if connected to the LINE position ( ). EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 9 If using powered speakers or amps, turn on each channel accordingly. It is also recommended that you are using phantom power, do not connect any devices ...
...a keyboard or audio device, set the channel's switch to phantom power. First turn off if you have connected a microphone or other than powered speakers and amp, and then turn these will not be affected by phantom power. • Before turning the PHANTOM switch ON or OFF, be damaged... if connected to the LINE position ( ). EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 9 If using powered speakers or amps, turn on each channel accordingly. It is also recommended that you are using phantom power, do not connect any devices ...
Owner's Manual
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... as necessary to adjust the overall output level. It is risk of damage to your speakers or to the internal amp. This position 8 Adjust the LEVEL knobs for the LIMITER lamps to flash on . 10 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S For each input device you have connected: Generate sound from the device while...
... as necessary to adjust the overall output level. It is risk of damage to your speakers or to the internal amp. This position 8 Adjust the LEVEL knobs for the LIMITER lamps to flash on . 10 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S For each input device you have connected: Generate sound from the device while...
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... before moving into the MONITOR bus. If the lamp lights up for unused channels to "0". 20 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S If input is from a stereo channel pair (5/6, 7/8, 9/10, or 11/12), the signals from the SPEAKERS A jacks V (depending on the setting of the POWER AMP switch R). NOTE Input of the signal sent from...
... before moving into the MONITOR bus. If the lamp lights up for unused channels to "0". 20 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S If input is from a stereo channel pair (5/6, 7/8, 9/10, or 11/12), the signals from the SPEAKERS A jacks V (depending on the setting of the POWER AMP switch R). NOTE Input of the signal sent from...
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... 9 LINE and MIC jacks (Channels 5/6 to the right, the mixer automatically raises the compression ratio while adjusting the output gain accordingly. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 21 LINE jacks: Unbalanced stereo inputs. As the knob is sent in equal levels to its ON position. Be sure to set the LINE... of device you are connecting. Avoid setting the knob too high, however, as louder signals are supplying-either jack. To avoid damage to speakers, be adjusted independently. • Signals into LINE L and LINE R jacks are sent independently to the corresponding MAIN L and R buses....
... 9 LINE and MIC jacks (Channels 5/6 to the right, the mixer automatically raises the compression ratio while adjusting the output gain accordingly. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 21 LINE jacks: Unbalanced stereo inputs. As the knob is sent in equal levels to its ON position. Be sure to set the LINE... of device you are connecting. Avoid setting the knob too high, however, as louder signals are supplying-either jack. To avoid damage to speakers, be adjusted independently. • Signals into LINE L and LINE R jacks are sent independently to the corresponding MAIN L and R buses....
Owner's Manual
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... OUT jacks is adjusted by the MAIN section's MASTER knob G, you should adjust the level as necessary at the SPEAKERS jacks does not stay too high. The base frequencies for the bands are: 125, 250, 500, 1k, 2k..., 4k and 8k Hz. NOTE Since this output signal is then output at the SPEAKERS jacks V. nal power amp and is not adjusted by the MAIN section's MASTER knob G and graphic equalizer E. Keep an... the LIMITER lamps Q to an external DAT recorder or cassette recorder. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 23 The signal sent to these jacks to the MAIN L and MAIN R buses.
... OUT jacks is adjusted by the MAIN section's MASTER knob G, you should adjust the level as necessary at the SPEAKERS jacks does not stay too high. The base frequencies for the bands are: 125, 250, 500, 1k, 2k..., 4k and 8k Hz. NOTE Since this output signal is then output at the SPEAKERS jacks V. nal power amp and is not adjusted by the MAIN section's MASTER knob G and graphic equalizer E. Keep an... the LIMITER lamps Q to an external DAT recorder or cassette recorder. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 23 The signal sent to these jacks to the MAIN L and MAIN R buses.
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Each band can be adjusted by the MONITOR section's MASTER O knob M and the settings of the MONITOR section's graphic equalizer K. 24 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S tor signal. The signal sent to the MONITOR bus. L EFFECT RETURN knob M Adjusts the level of the signal sent from the ...and (if the POWER AMP switch is down , the MONITOR OUT signal also passes through the internal power amp and is then output at the SPEAKERS jacks does not stay too high. O MONITOR OUT jack This unbalanced phone jack outputs the monaural moni- Controls and Connectors MONITOR Section K L K...
Each band can be adjusted by the MONITOR section's MASTER O knob M and the settings of the MONITOR section's graphic equalizer K. 24 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S tor signal. The signal sent to the MONITOR bus. L EFFECT RETURN knob M Adjusts the level of the signal sent from the ...and (if the POWER AMP switch is down , the MONITOR OUT signal also passes through the internal power amp and is then output at the SPEAKERS jacks does not stay too high. O MONITOR OUT jack This unbalanced phone jack outputs the monaural moni- Controls and Connectors MONITOR Section K L K...
Owner's Manual
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... B1 and B2 output the signal from the MAIN R bus. NOTE When using the mixer for lack of subwoofers. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 25 The lamp indicates that gets sent to the SPEAKERS jacks, as to compensate, for example, for live performances, you can fill in gaps in on . The MAIN ... recommend that the mute does not work on the amp is too high and there is on and off. S YS Processing switch This switch turns Yamaha Speaker Processing on . T STAND-BY switch This switch mutes the input to channels 1 to the B jacks. U POWER switch and lamp This switch turns the EMX ...
... B1 and B2 output the signal from the MAIN R bus. NOTE When using the mixer for lack of subwoofers. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 25 The lamp indicates that gets sent to the SPEAKERS jacks, as to compensate, for example, for live performances, you can fill in gaps in on . The MAIN ... recommend that the mute does not work on the amp is too high and there is on and off. S YS Processing switch This switch turns Yamaha Speaker Processing on . T STAND-BY switch This switch mutes the input to channels 1 to the B jacks. U POWER switch and lamp This switch turns the EMX ...
Owner's Manual
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Please use the cord that will effectively eliminate hum noise and interference. 26 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S If the AC outlet is inserted into a standard power outlet. Note that the output directed to these jacks to connect to the setting of ... the plug is not grounded, be sure to securely connect the EMX to the included power cord. Controls and Connectors Rear Panel W V X V SPEAKERS jacks Use these jacks varies according to speakers. A1, B1: Neutrik NL4 Speakon outputs. Connect one end of fire, burns, or equipment damage. Use of a different cord may...
Please use the cord that will effectively eliminate hum noise and interference. 26 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S If the AC outlet is inserted into a standard power outlet. Note that the output directed to these jacks to connect to the setting of ... the plug is not grounded, be sure to securely connect the EMX to the included power cord. Controls and Connectors Rear Panel W V X V SPEAKERS jacks Use these jacks varies according to speakers. A1, B1: Neutrik NL4 Speakon outputs. Connect one end of fire, burns, or equipment damage. Use of a different cord may...
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...8Ω 4Ω to 8Ω ■ 2-channel parallel connection When connecting speakers in parallel as shown below . When making 2-channel and 2-channel parallel connections to 16Ω EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 27 Note that actual speaker impedance varies according to connection method and number of 8 ohms to 16 ohms. ...8Ω to 16Ω 8Ω to 16Ω 8Ω to 16Ω 8Ω to the SPEAKERS jacks, be sure that...
...8Ω 4Ω to 8Ω ■ 2-channel parallel connection When connecting speakers in parallel as shown below . When making 2-channel and 2-channel parallel connections to 16Ω EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 27 Note that actual speaker impedance varies according to connection method and number of 8 ohms to 16 ohms. ...8Ω to 16Ω 8Ω to 16Ω 8Ω to 16Ω 8Ω to the SPEAKERS jacks, be sure that...
Owner's Manual
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CD, Cassette, or DAT Recorder Speakers CD Player Power Amp Microphones Microphones Drums Foot Switch (YAMAHA FC5) Monitor Speakers Rear Panel 30 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S EMX Installation Intake Exhaust At least 10 cm At least 25 cm Vents are not blocked by connecting a power ...amp to the MAIN OUT or MONITOR OUT jack, and then connecting speakers to the SPEAKERS jacks on the...
CD, Cassette, or DAT Recorder Speakers CD Player Power Amp Microphones Microphones Drums Foot Switch (YAMAHA FC5) Monitor Speakers Rear Panel 30 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S EMX Installation Intake Exhaust At least 10 cm At least 25 cm Vents are not blocked by connecting a power ...amp to the MAIN OUT or MONITOR OUT jack, and then connecting speakers to the SPEAKERS jacks on the...
Owner's Manual
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... go off . ❑ Check whether the vents at the sides and rear of the unit are correctly adjusted. ■ The sound from the speakers seems dull. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 31 Note that you may use one input or the other such source) may overheat if the vents are blocked. On each of... channel LEVEL knobs and the two MASTER knobs are set to appro- priate levels? ❑ Check that the speaker cables are not shorted. ❑ If the above checks do not identify the problem, call Yamaha for service. (Refer to the end of this case the B jacks will output the monitor signal, and...
... go off . ❑ Check whether the vents at the sides and rear of the unit are correctly adjusted. ■ The sound from the speakers seems dull. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 31 Note that you may use one input or the other such source) may overheat if the vents are blocked. On each of... channel LEVEL knobs and the two MASTER knobs are set to appro- priate levels? ❑ Check that the speaker cables are not shorted. ❑ If the above checks do not identify the problem, call Yamaha for service. (Refer to the end of this case the B jacks will output the monitor signal, and...
Owner's Manual
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...OUT Residual Output Noise (20 Hz-20 kHz) MAIN OUT L, R - Specifications Specifications ■ General Specifications Output EMX512SC Maximum Output Power SPEAKERS OUT EMX312SC EMX212S RL Conditions 4 Ω 8 Ω 4 Ω Both ch drive, 1 kHz, 8 Ω THD+N =< 0.5% 4 Ω 8 ...THD Ω => 1 %, Indicator × 2 Power Supply Thermal /heatsink temp => 100˚C :power supply shutdown /manual reset 32 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S REC OUT CH 1-4 INPUT A MAIN OUT CH 5/6-7/8 LINE (Phone) MAIN OUT CH 9/10-11/12 LINE (Pin) MAIN OUT Total Harmonic...
...OUT Residual Output Noise (20 Hz-20 kHz) MAIN OUT L, R - Specifications Specifications ■ General Specifications Output EMX512SC Maximum Output Power SPEAKERS OUT EMX312SC EMX212S RL Conditions 4 Ω 8 Ω 4 Ω Both ch drive, 1 kHz, 8 Ω THD+N =< 0.5% 4 Ω 8 ...THD Ω => 1 %, Indicator × 2 Power Supply Thermal /heatsink temp => 100˚C :power supply shutdown /manual reset 32 EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S REC OUT CH 1-4 INPUT A MAIN OUT CH 5/6-7/8 LINE (Phone) MAIN OUT CH 9/10-11/12 LINE (Pin) MAIN OUT Total Harmonic...
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... *5 Phone Jacks are at any time without prior notice. MONITOR OUT 600 Ω 10 kΩ Lines - Output Level Nominal Max. Yamaha Corp. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 33 Pin - 2 kΩ 10 kΩ 50-600 Ω Mics 600 Ω Lines -60 dBu (0.775 mV) -... to maximum level. (All level controls are unbalanced. ■ Output Characteristics Output Terminals Actual Source Impedance For Use with Nominal SPEAKERS [A1, A2, B1, B2] 0.1 Ω 4 Ω Speakers EMX512SC EMX312SC EMX212S MAIN OUT [L, R] 600 Ω 10 kΩ Lines - before Clip 125 W 500 W 75 W 300 W...
... *5 Phone Jacks are at any time without prior notice. MONITOR OUT 600 Ω 10 kΩ Lines - Output Level Nominal Max. Yamaha Corp. EMX512SC/EMX312SC/EMX212S 33 Pin - 2 kΩ 10 kΩ 50-600 Ω Mics 600 Ω Lines -60 dBu (0.775 mV) -... to maximum level. (All level controls are unbalanced. ■ Output Characteristics Output Terminals Actual Source Impedance For Use with Nominal SPEAKERS [A1, A2, B1, B2] 0.1 Ω 4 Ω Speakers EMX512SC EMX312SC EMX212S MAIN OUT [L, R] 600 Ω 10 kΩ Lines - before Clip 125 W 500 W 75 W 300 W...