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Owner's Manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Mode d'emploi
Manual de instrucciones
Features
Input Channels...................................................................page 16
With up to 16 (MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB: 10) mic/line inputs
or up to four stereo inputs, the MG mixer can simultaneously
connect to a wide range of devices: microphones, line-level
devices, stereo synthesizers, and more.
Compression........................................................................page 9
Compression increases the overall level without introducing
distortion by compressing excessive peaks in the signals from
microphones and guitars.
Cubase AI 4 DAW Software Supplied...............................page 10
By connecting the MG mixer to the computer via a USB cable an
audio data mixed by the MG mixer can be recorded on Cubase AI
4.
High-quality digital effects (MG166CX-USB)...........pages 19, 23
With digital effects built in, the MG166CX-USB can deliver a wide
range of sound variations all by itself.
Funktionen
Eingangskanäle..................................................................Seite 40
Mit bis zu 16 Mikrofon-/Line-Eingängen
USB: 10) oder bis zu vier Stereoeingängen können viele Geräte
gleichzeitig am MG-Mischpult angeschlossen werden: Mikrofone,
Geräte mit Leitungspegel, Stereo-Synthesizer uvm.
Kompression......................................................................Seite 33
Kompression erhöht den Durchschnittspegel, ohne Verzerrung
hinzuzufügen, indem übermäßige Pegelspitzen der Signale von
Mikrofonen oder Gitarren komprimiert werden.
DAW-Software Cubase AI 4 mitgeliefert.........,................Seite 34
Wenn Sie Ihr MG-Mischpult über ein USB-Kabel am Computer
anschließen, können durch das MG-Mischpult gemischte
Audiodaten in Cubase AI 4 aufgenommen werden.
Hochwertige Digitaleffekte (MG166CX-USB)...........Seiten 43, 47
Mit den eingebauten digitalen Effekten kann das MG166CX-USB
aus sich heraus eine Reihe von Klangvariationen liefern.
(MG166CX-USB/MG166C-
Caractéristiques
Canaux d'entrée.................................................................page 64
Avec 16 entrées micro/ligne (MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB: 10)
ou quatre entrées stéréo maximum, la console de mixage MG peut
connecter simultanément une grande variété d'appareils : micros,
appareils de ligne, synthétiseurs stéréo, etc.
Compression......................................................................page 57
La compression augmente le niveau général sans engendrer de
distorsion en comprimant les pics excessifs des signaux des
micros et des guitares.
Le logiciel DAW Cubase AI 4 fournit................................page 58
En connectant la console de mixage MG à un ordinateur via un
câble USB, des donnés audio créées par la console de mixage MG
peuvent être enregistrées sur Cubase AI 4.
Effets numériques de qualité supérieure
(MG166CX-USB).........................................................pages 67, 71
Grâce aux effets numériques intégrés, la console MG166CX-USB
peut proposer de nombreuses variations de sons.
Características
Canales de entrada.........................................................página 88
Con un máximo de 16 entradas de micrófono/línea
USB/MG166C-USB: 10) o cuatro entradas estereofónicas, la
mezcladora MG puede conectarse simultáneamente con una gran
variedad de dispositivos: micrófonos, dispositivos de nivel de línea,
sintetizadores estereofónicos, etc.
Compresión.....................................................................página 81
La compresión aumenta el nivel general sin causar distorsión,
mediante la compresión del exceso de picos en las señales de los
micrófonos y guitarras.
El software DAW Cubase AI 4 suministrado................página 82
Al conectar la mezcladora MG con un ordenador por medio de un
cable USB, se puede grabar en Cubase AI 4 datos de audio
creados por la mezcladora MG.
Efectos digitales de alta calidad (MG166CX-USB)...páginas 91, 95
Gracias a sus efectos digitales incorporados, la mezcladora
MG166CX-USB puede producir por sí misma una amplia gama de
variaciones de sonido.
(MG166CX-
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Bedienungsanleitung Mode d’emploi Manual de instrucciones Features Input Channels...page 16 With up to 16 (MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB: 10) mic/line inputs or up to four stereo inputs, the MG mixer can simultaneously connect to a wide range of devices: microphones, line-level devices, stereo synthesizers, and more.
  • Page 2 The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug. * This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha-Kemble Music (U.K.) Ltd. (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif.
  • Page 3 • If this device or the AC power adaptor should be dropped or damaged, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the device inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Do not place the device in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.
  • Page 4 • Copying of the software or reproduction of this manual in whole or in part by any means is expressly forbidden without the written consent of the manufacturer. • Yamaha makes no representations or warranties with regard to the use of the software and documentation and cannot be held responsible for the results of the use of this manual and the software.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Yamaha MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB mixing console. The MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB feature input channels suitable for a wide range of usage environments. Furthermore, the mixer has the USB connector that enables you to record an audio data mixed with the mixer on the included Cubase AI 4 DAW software.

  • Page 6: Before Turning On The Mixer

    Be sure that the mixer’s power switch is in the STANDBY position. Use only the included power adaptor (PA-30) or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha. Use of a different adaptor may result in equipment dam- CAUTION age, overheating, or fire.

  • Page 7: Mixer Basics

    Mixer Basics Quick Guide Mixer Basics This quick setup and operation guide covers everything from installing the Cubase AI 4 software to using Cubase AI 4 for recording and mixdown. While going through this section you might find it useful to also refer to the “Front and Rear Panels” section on page 16, as well as the pdf manual supplied with the Cubase AI 4 software.

  • Page 8: Powering Up The System

    Mixer Basics Quick Guide Connecting Microphones and/or Instru- ments. For details on making connections refer to the “Setup” section on page 15 and the “Front & Rear Panels” sec- tion on page 16. Be sure to turn the MG mixer PHANTOM switch on when using phantom-powered con- denser microphones.

  • Page 9: Adjusting Level And Tone

    Step Adjusting Level and Tone Level Adjustment The first step is to set the level controls on all instruments and other sources appro- priately. Adjust the channel GAIN controls so that the corresponding PEAK indicators flash briefly on the highest peak levels. Engage the ON and ST switches of the input channels that you would like to record.

  • Page 10: Recording With Cubase Ai 4

    Mixer Basics Quick Guide Step Recording with Cubase AI 4 This section describes the procedure for recording to the Cubase AI 4 software we installed earlier via the MG mixer. For details on operation of the Cubase AI 4 software refer to the pdf-format manual provided with the software. NOTE Cubase AI 4 Setup To prevent the playback sound from...
  • Page 11 The ASIO Direct Sound Full Duplex Setup dialog window will be displayed. Check only the input port and output port [USB Audio CODEC] checkbox. Make sure that “USB Audio CODEC 1/2” are shown in the [Port System Name] field, and check the [Visible] column in the Device Setup window.
  • Page 12 Mixer Basics Quick Guide Preparing to Record Click in the track list (the area in which the track names are displayed) to select a track to record on. The various settings for the selected track are available in the Inspector on the left side of the display. [Record Enable] button Inspector Input routing...

  • Page 13: Mixing With Cubase Ai 4

    To hear playback of the track you have just recorded, use either the Transport panel [Rewind] button or the ruler to rewind to the beginning of the recorded section, then click the Transport panel [Start] button. The overall playback level will be displayed via the mas- ter section bus level meter on the right side of the mixer window, and the channel level will be displayed via the channel strip level meter.
  • Page 14 Mixer Basics Quick Guide At this point you can begin to use EQ to refine your mix, and add effects. As an example let’s try adding reverb. Click the [Edit] button ( ) on the left side of the channel strip to open the VST audio channel settings window.

  • Page 15: Reference

    Reference Setup Reference Powered monitor speakers Guitar Bass Microphone Effect processor (exciter) Rear panel Recorder Personal Computer Synthesizer MG206C-USB MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner’s Manual Effect processor CD Player Powered speakers Headphones Powered monitor speakers...

  • Page 16: Front & Rear Panels

    Reference Front & Rear Panels Channel Control Section ● MG206C-USB Channels Channels Channels 1 to 8 9 to 12 13/14 and 15/16 (Monaural) (Monaural) (Stereo) MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner’s Manual ● MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB MG166C-USB : EFFECT → AUX3 Channels Channels 17/18 and 19/20 1 to 6 (Stereo) (Monaural)
  • Page 17 MIC Input jacks These are balanced XLR-type microphone input jacks. (1: Ground; 2: Hot; 3: Cold) LINE Input Jacks (monaural channels) These are balanced TRS phone-jack line inputs. (T: Hot; R: Cold; S: Ground). You can connect either balanced or unbal- anced phone plugs to these jacks.
  • Page 18 Reference Front & Rear Panels AUX, EFFECT Control Adjusts the level of the signal sent from the channel to the AUX and EFFECT buses. These knobs should generally be set close to the “▼” position. These controls send either the signal from immediately prior to the channel fader (pre-fader signal) or the signal after the channel fader (post-fader sig- nal) to the corresponding buses.

  • Page 19: Digital Effects

    Digital Effects * Only the MG166CX-USB has digital effects. FOOT SWITCH Jack A Yamaha FC5 foot switch (sold separately) can be connected to this jack and used to toggle the digital effects ON and OFF. PROGRAM Dial Selects one of the 16 internal effects. See page 23 for details about the internal effects.

  • Page 20: Master Control Section

    Reference Front & Rear Panels Master Control Section ● MG206C-USB Rear panel MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner’s Manual ● MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB MG166C-USB : EFFECT → AUX3 Rear panel...
  • Page 21 USB Connector Connects to the computer via the included cable. The USB connector outputs the same signal as the REC OUT jacks. When connecting or disconnecting the USB cable be sure to turn the 2TR IN/USB control all the way down. CAUTION SEND Jacks (AUX, EFFECT) These impedance balanced* TRS phone jacks output the sig-...
  • Page 22 Reference Front & Rear Panels Level Meter This LED meter displays the level of the signal selected by the MONITOR switch , 2TR IN/USB switch switch. The “0” segment corresponds to the nominal output level. The PEAK indicator lights red when the output reaches the clipping level.

  • Page 23: Digital Effect Program List (Only Mg166Cx-Usb)

    Digital Effect Program List (Only MG166CX-USB) Program Parameter REVERB HALL 1 REVERB TIME REVERB HALL 2 REVERB TIME REVERB ROOM 1 REVERB TIME REVERB ROOM 2 REVERB TIME REVERB STAGE 1 REVERB TIME REVERB STAGE 2 REVERB TIME REVERB PLATE REVERB TIME DRUM AMBIENCE REVERB TIME...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    ❑ Are the MONITOR switch and 2TR IN/USB switch set properly? ❑ Are your speaker cables connected properly, or are they shorted? ❑ If the above checks do not identify the problem, call Yamaha for service. (Refer to the page 71 for a list of service centers.) ❑...
  • Page 25 USB port. ❑ Are you using other USB devices at the same time? If so, try removing the other device(s) and connecting only the Yamaha USB device. ❑ Is the output of your computer operating system muted? No sound.
  • Page 26 Reference Troubleshooting The sound is intermittent or distorted. There is a delay when play- ing a software synthesizer via a MIDI keyboard (latency). MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner’s Manual ❑ Does the computer you are using meet the listed system requirements? Refer to “Computer System Requirements” on page 6 for details. ❑...
  • Page 27 Reference Specifications MG206C-USB ■ Electrical Specifications Frequency Response STEREO OUT GAIN: min (CHs 1–19/20) GROUP OUT AUX SEND MONITOR OUT, REC OUT Total Harmonic Distor- STEREO OUT +14 dBu @ 20 Hz–20 kHz, Input GAIN Control at minimum tion (THD + N) CH INPUT 1–12 MIC EIN (Equivalent Input Noise): Rs = 150 Ω, GAIN: maximum Hum &...

  • Page 28: Specifications

    Reference Specifications ■ Analog Input Specifications Input Input Connectors Gain Impedance -60 dB CH INPUT MIC 3kΩ (CHs 1–12) -16 dB -34 dB CH INPUT LINE 10kΩ (CHs 1–12) +10 dB -60 dB ST CH MIC INPUT 3kΩ (CHs 13/14–19/20) -16 dB -34 dB ST CH LINE INPUT...
  • Page 29 MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB ■ Electrical Specifications Frequency Response STEREO OUT GAIN: min (CHs 1–11/12) GROUP OUT EFFECT/AUX* SEND MONITOR OUT, REC OUT Total Harmonic Distor- STEREO OUT +14 dBu @ 20 Hz–20 kHz, Input GAIN Control at minimum tion (THD + N) CH INPUT 1–8 MIC EIN (Equivalent Input Noise): Rs = 150 Ω, GAIN: maximum Hum &...
  • Page 30 Reference Specifications ■ Analog Input Specifications Input Input Connectors Gain Impedance -60 dB CH INPUT MIC 3kΩ (CHs 1–8) -16 dB -34 dB CH INPUT LINE 10kΩ (CHs 1–8) +10 dB -60 dB ST CH MIC INPUT 3kΩ (CHs 9/10, 11/12) -16 dB -34 dB ST CH LINE...

  • Page 31: Rack Mounting

    * Specifications and descriptions in this owner’s manual are for information purposes only. Yamaha Corp. reserves the right to change or modify products or specifications at any time without prior notice. Since specifications, equipment or options may not be the same in every locale, please check with your Yamaha dealer. MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 32 Reference Specifications ■ Block Diagram and Level Diagram (MG206C-USB) CTRL GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP STEREO STEREO AUX4 AUX3 AUX2 AUX1 MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner’s Manual [-6dBu]...
  • Page 33 ■ Block Diagram and Level Diagram (MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB) CTRL GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP STEREO STEREO AUX* AUX2 AUX1 [-6dBu] MG206C-USB/MG166CX-USB/MG166C-USB Owner’s Manual Reference Specifications...

  • Page 34: About The Accessory Disk

    PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”) CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SOFTWARE. YOU ARE ONLY PERMITTED TO USE THIS SOFTWARE PURSUANT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREE- MENT. THIS AGREEMENT IS BETWEEN YOU (AS AN INDIVIDUAL OR LEGAL ENTITY) AND YAMAHA CORPORATION (“YAMAHA”).

  • Page 35: Limitation Of Liability

    Yamaha or an authorized Yamaha dealer within fourteen days with a copy of the receipt. Yamaha is not responsible for replacing media damaged by accident, abuse or misapplication. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PER-...
  • Page 36 For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha representative or the authorized distributor listed below. Pour plus de détails sur les produits, veuillez-vous adresser à Yamaha ou au distributeur le plus proche de vous figurant dans la liste suivante.
  • Page 37 Yamaha Pro Audio global web site: http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/ Yamaha Manual Library http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/ U.R.G., Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division, Yamaha Corporation © 2007 Yamaha Corporation WJ56020 703POCR?.?-01A0 Printed in Indonesia...

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