Midas MR18, MR12 User manual

MR18

18-Input Digital Mixer for iPad/Android Tablets with 16 MIDAS PRO Preamps, Integrated Wi Module and Multi-Channel USB Audio Interface

MR12

12-Input Digital Mixer for iPad/Android Tablets with 4 MIDAS PRO Preamps, 8 Line Inputs, Integrated Wi Module and USB Stereo Recorder

Product Manual

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 3

Legal Disclaimer ............................................................. 3

Limited warranty ............................................................ 3

1. Introduction ............................................................... 4

2. Callouts ....................................................................... 5

2.1 MR18 Callouts ....................................................................... 5

2.2 MR12 Callouts ...................................................................... 6

3. Hookup ....................................................................... 7

3.1 MR18 Hookups ..................................................................... 7

3.2 MR12 Hookups ................................................................... 10

4. Network Connection ............................................... 12

4.1 IP Address and DHCP ....................................................... 12

4.2 Ethernet/LAN ..................................................................... 12

4.3 Wi Client ............................................................................ 12

4.4 Access Point ........................................................................ 13

4.5 Getting Started.................................................................. 13

5. M AIR for iPad ........................................................... 14

5.1 Main Screen ........................................................................ 14

6.5 EQ ........................................................................................... 20

6.6 Dynamics ............................................................................. 21

6.7 Sends ..................................................................................... 21

6.8 Main ....................................................................................... 21

6.9 Meters and RTA..................................................................22

6.10 Eect Rack ......................................................................... 22

6.11 Snapshots .......................................................................... 22

6.12 Scenes and Shows .......................................................... 22

6.13 Routing ............................................................................... 22

6.14 Setup ................................................................................... 23

7. M AIR Edit for PC ...................................................... 24

7.1 Main View and Mixer Tab ............................................... 24

7.2 Channel Tab ........................................................................24

7.3 Input Tab .............................................................................. 25

7.4 Gate Tab ................................................................................ 25

7.5 EQ Tab ................................................................................... 26

7.6 Comp Tab ............................................................................. 26

7.7 Sends Tab ............................................................................. 26

5.2 Input ...................................................................................... 14

5.3 Sends ..................................................................................... 14

5.4 Gate ....................................................................................... 14

5.5 Dynamics ............................................................................. 15

5.6 Channel EQ ......................................................................... 16

5.7 Insert ..................................................................................... 16

5.8 Presets .................................................................................. 16

5.9 Output .................................................................................. 16

5.10 Mete rs ................................................................................. 17

5.11 S ho w s .................................................................................. 17

5.12 Snapshots .......................................................................... 17

5.13 Eects.................................................................................. 17

5.14 Routing ............................................................................... 17

5.15 Setup ................................................................................... 18

5.16 Main EQ .............................................................................. 18

6. M AIR for Android .................................................... 18

6.1 Main View ............................................................................ 18

6.2 Input ...................................................................................... 19

7.8 Main Tab ...............................................................................27

7.9 FX Tab .................................................................................... 27

7.10 Meter Tab ........................................................................... 27

7.11 Setup Menu ....................................................................... 27

7.12 Snapshot Page..................................................................28

7.13 Utilities ................................................................................ 29

7.14 Auto Mix ............................................................................. 30

8. MIDI ........................................................................... 31

9. Specications ...........................................................32

9.1 MR18 ...................................................................................... 32

9. 2 MR12 ...................................................................................... 33

10. Eect Descriptions ................................................35

11. Instructional Videos .............................................. 42

12. Block Diagrams ......................................................43

12.1 MR18 Block Diagram ...................................................... 43

12.2 MR12 Block Diagram .....................................................44

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION ......................................45

6.3 Cong ................................................................................... 19

6.4 Gate ....................................................................................... 20

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9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized

20. Please keep the environmental aspects of battery

Important Safety Instructions

Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of su cient magnitude

to constitute risk of electric shock. Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with ¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. Allother installation or modi cation should be performed only by quali edpersonnel.

This symbol, wherever it appears,

alertsyou to the presence of uninsulated

dangerous voltage inside the enclosure-voltage that may be su cient to constitute a risk ofshock.

This symbol, wherever it appears,

alertsyou to important operating and

maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Please read the manual.

Caution

To reduce the risk of electric shock, donot

remove the top cover (or the rear section). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to quali ed personnel.

Caution

To reduce the risk of  re or electric shock,

do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids and no objects  lled with liquids, suchas vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Caution

These service instructions are for use

by quali ed service personnel only. Toreduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions. Repairs have to be performed by quali ed servicepersonnel.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampli ers) that produce heat.

or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. Ifthe provided plug does not  t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Use only attachments/accessories speci ed by themanufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speci ed by the manufacturer, orsold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid

injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to quali ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has beendropped.

15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

17. Correct disposal of this product: This symbol indicates that this product must not be disposed of with household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and

your national law. This product should be taken to a collection center licensed for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). The mishandling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the e cient use of natural resources. For more information about where you can take your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city o ce, or your household waste collection service.

18. Do not install in a con ned space, such as a book case or similar unit.

19. Do not place naked  ame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed-of at a battery collection point.

21. Use this apparatus in tropical and/or moderate climates.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

MUSIC Group accepts no liability for any loss which may be su ered by any person who relies either wholly or in part upon any description, photograph, or statement contained herein. Technical speci cations, appearances and other information are subject to change without notice. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. MIDAS, KLARK TEKNIK, LAB GRUPPEN, LAKE, TANNOY, TURBOSOUND, TC ELECTRONIC, TC HELICON, BEHRINGER, BUGERA and DDA are trademarks or registered trademarks of MUSIC Group IP Ltd. © MUSIC Group IP Ltd. 2016 All rights reserved.

LIMITED WARRANTY

For the applicable warranty terms and conditions and additional information regarding MUSIC Group’s Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at music-group.com/warranty.

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1. Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the new MIDAS M AIR series digital mixer. These mixers oer plenty of analog I/O for most per formances in a very compact form factor that is easy to transport, but doesn’t sacrice any mixing power. With high-end features taken from the M32 mixer, such as MIDAS PRO preamps, high-quality eects, P-16 monitoring on the MR18, and USB recording capability, these consoles far outperform their size.

Mixing live shows can now be done from anywhere in the venue thanks to the wireless control options that allow all software functions to be controlled from an iPad*, Android* tablet or PC. While a dedicated ex ternal router can be used, it is not necessary thanks to the integrated Wi module. This allows monitors to be adjusted while standing on stage, and the main mix to be per fected from anywhere in the crowd.

In addition to dedicated aux buses for monitoring, the M AIR has 4 studio-quality stereo eects processors. In fact, these are the same great eects found in the acclaimed M32 mixer, including legendary reverb, echo and chorus algorithms.

Not just a live sound tool, the MR18 features an 18x18 USB audio/MIDI interface, and the MR12 allows 2-track stereo recording. This makes for a great mobile recording device, home studio interface, and enables live per formances to be multitracked for later mixing.

Continue through this manual to learn all about the functionality of your mixer, as well as the M AIR software.

*iPad is a trade mark of Apple Inc. Andr oid is a trademark of G oogle Inc. iPad and And roid tablet are not inc luded.

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2. Callouts

2.1 MR18 Callouts

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(1) INPUTS accept balanced and unbalanced XLRand ¼" plugs.

(2) MAIN L & R jacks send the main mix signal to PA or monitor speakers via

XLR cables.

(3) HEADPHONE jack accepts a ¼"TRS plug for connecting a pair

ofheadphones.

(4) PHONES LEVEL knob determines the output of the headphones jack.

(5) POWER switch turns the power on and o. The LED on the main input

panel will light when the unit is powered on.

(6) USB port (type B) accepts a USB cable for connection to a computer for

multi-channel audio and MIDI recording. Up to 18 audio channels can be simultaneously recorded, and 18 channels are available for playback. The mixer application allows assignment of channels for recording and playback. 16channels of MIDI I/O can also be transmit ted on the same USB connection. Check the product page on midasconsoles.com todownload the required (Windows*) driver and the full manual for a comprehensive explanation of the interface.

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(7) ETHERNET port allows the mixer to be controlled via LAN or connected

Wi router.

(8) RESET button resets the console to default network parameters when held

for 2 seconds. When held for 10 seconds, allconsole functions are reset to factory default status.

(9) REMOTE switch selects between Ethernet, Wi client, or Access Point. See

the Network Connection chapter for details.

(10) MIDI IN/OUT jacks send and receive MIDI signals to and from external

equipment. Seethe MIDI Implementation chart fordetails.

(11) ULTRANET port allows connection of BEHRINGER P16-M personal

monitoring mixers or P16-D distribution hubs.

(12) AUX SEND jacks send your monitor mixes to active stage monitors or

headphone mixers via XLR connectors.

(13) Inputs 17 and 18 acceptbalanced ¼" cables for connecting line-level

sources. These inputs have limited processing compared to the other input channels.

*Windows i s either a register ed trademark or tr ademark of Micros oft Corporat ion in the United State s and/or other countries.

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2.2 MR12 Callouts

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(1) ETHERNET port allows the mixer to be controlled via LAN or connected

Wi router.

(2) REMOTE switch selects between Ethernet, Wi client, or Access Point.

See the Network Connection chapter for details.

(3) RESET button resets the console to default network parameters when held

for 2 seconds. When held for 10 seconds, all console functions are reset to factory default status.

(4) MIDI IN/OUT jacks send and receive MIDI signals to and from external

equipment. See the MIDI Implementation chart for details.

(5) USB port (type A) accepts a ash drive for stereo recordings and playback.

The red LED next to it indicates le access. Do not remove the USB ash drive while it is lit!

(6) XLR COMBO jacks accept balanced and unbalanced XLR and ¼" plugs.

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(7) ¼" inputs accept balanced or unbalanced ¼" plugs. Channel 11 and 12

accept high impedance sources for direct connection of guitars and basses.

(8) AUX SEND jacks send your monitor mixes to stage monitors or

headphone mixers.

(9) MAIN L/R jacks send the main mix signal to PA or monitor speakers via

XLR cables.

(10) HEADPHONE jack accepts a ¼" TRS plug for connecting a pair of

headphones.

(11) PHONES LEVEL knob determines the output of the headphones jack.

(12) POWER switch turns the mixer on and o. The front panel LED will light

when the unit is powered on.

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3. Hookup

3.1 MR18 Hookups

3.1.1 MR18 recording with iPad

Wireless router (optional)

P16-D

iPad* with camera

connection kit for multi-track

recording

up to 18 tracks

P16-M

DN100

Active Monitors

BALANCED LINKED INPUTS

Keyboard

TRS

Headphones

Active loudspeakers

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TRS

3.1.2 MR18 live performance

P16-D

iPad* for wireless control

P16-M

Active Monitors

BALANCED LINKED INPUTS

DN100

Keyboard

Headphones

Active loudspeakers

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ACCESS POINT mode (Mobile Devices with WiFi)

WIFI CLIENT mode (Mobile Devices with Wifi)

3.1.3 MR18 System Overview

Router

Win/Mac*/Linux*

ETHERNET mode

Computer with Ethernet port

CAT-5 cable

Win/Mac/Linux

Mobile Devices with WiFi

iOS/Android

Router

or any other MIDI / Mackie Control compatible Controller

X-TOUCH

iOS/Android*

CAT-5 cable

iOS/Android Android

WIRELESS CONTROL

WIFI CLIENT*

ACCESS POINT*

ACCESS POINT

WIFI CLIENT

ETHERNET

WIRED CONTROL

ETHERNET

MIDI I/O

*WIFI CLIENT mode:

- available channels: 1-11

*ACCESS POINT mode:

- available channels: 1-11

- max. 4 Wifi clients

- performance limited by Wifi bandwidth

Win/Mac/Linux

AUDIO INPUTS USB AUDIO

MIC/LINE IN

CH. 1-16

LINE IN

CH. 17-18

DSP-MIXER CH.

MONO IN 1-16 USB/AUX IN (STEREO) FX RETURN 1-4 (STEREO)

4 STEREO FX SLOTS RTA METER

ADCs

DSP

DSP ENGINE

AUDIO I/OMIXER CONTROL

AUDIO IN/OUT

CH. 1-18

DSP-MIXER BUSES

AUX / GROUP SEND 1-6

P16-M

P16-D

AUDIO OUTPUTS

DACs

PHONES STEREO

LEVEL

MAIN OUT L-R

AUX SEND 1-6

ULTRANET OUT CH. 1-16

MR18

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3.2 MR12 Hookups

3. 2.1 MR12 club performance

Wireless router (optional)

iPad* for remote control

Active loudspeakers

USB Flash Drive

Insert sends from mixer

Sub mixer (optional)

Headphones

Active monitors

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WIFI CLIENT mode (Mobile Devices with Wi)

ACCESS POINT mode (Mobile Devices with Wi)

3.2.2 MR12 System Overview

Router

Win/Mac*/Linux*

ETHERNET mode

Computer with Ethernet port

CAT-5 cable

Win/Mac/Linux

Mobile Devices with WiFi

iOS/Android

Router

or any other MIDI / Mackie Control compatible Controller

X-TOUCH

iOS/Android*

CAT-5 cable

iOS/Android Android

WIRELESS CONTROL

WIFI CLIENT*

ACCESS POINT*

ACCESS POINT

WIFI CLIENT

ETHERNET

WIRED CONTROL

Win/Mac/Linux

AUDIO INPUTS

MIC/LINE IN

LINE IN

Hi-Z

ETHERNET

DSP-MIXER CH.

MONO IN 1-16

MONO IN 1-16*

USB/AUX IN (STEREO)

MIDI I/O

*WIFI CLIENT mode:

- available channels: 1-11 *ACCESS POINT mode:

- available channels: 1-11

- max. 4 Wi clients

- bandwidth limited by Wi adapter

USB/AUX IN (STEREO)

FX RETURN 1-4 (STEREO)

4 STEREO FX SLOTS

*Ch. 13-16 fed by any IN 1-12 (Signal Split, e.g. for monitoring with dierent EQ)

ADCs

DSP

DSP ENGINE

AUDIO I/OMIXER CONTROL

USB RECORDER

STEREO REC

(VARIOUS SOURCES)

STEREO PLAY

(SPECIFIC “USB”

STEREO

INPUT CHANNEL)

DSP-MIXER BUSES

PRE-DEFINED AS SUBGROUPS*

XR12: BUSES 3/4/5/6

MR12: BUSES 3/4/5/6

XR16: BUSES 5/6

RTA METER

*PRE-DEFINED BUSES Also used for monitoring

AUDIO OUTPUTS

PHONES STEREO

DACs

LEVEL

MAIN OUT L-R

DACs

AUX SEND 1-2

MR12

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4. Network Connection

The M AIR mixers oer convenient digital control of the various mixing functions in three dierent ways - via Ethernet LAN, or wirelessly as a Wi Client or as an Access Point. Selection is made with the REMOTE switch. You may view or change the network preferences for these on any of the M AIR remote control applications on the ’Setup/Network’ page.

4.1 IP Address and DHCP

Depending on the connection scenario, the M AIR mixers oer up to 3 options for connecting a tablet or PC for software control – DHCP Client, DHCP Server, andxed IP operation. Connection is achieved dierently depending on whichoption you choose:

DHCP Client mode is available in Ethernet LAN or Wi Client operation. Themixerwill automatically request an IP lease from the DHCP server that ownsthe IPaddresses in the network to which you are tr ying to connect.

DHCP Server (DHCPS) is optionally available for Ethernet LAN connec tions and is standard in Access Point operation. The mixer will own the IP addresses and provide IP leases to devices requesting access to that network. The mixer will always use IP address 192.168.1.1 and assign IP addresses 192.168.1.101 –

192.16 8.1.132 to it s c lie nt s.

Static IP is available for Ethernet LAN and Wi Client operation. The mixer will use the xed (static) IP address, subnet mask and gateway that you specify for registering on the network. Make sure that the addresses you specify manually are not conicting with any other addresses on the same network. We generally recommend using the DHCP mode, unless you have a very specic reason to set itup manually.

Note: Changing parameters of the currently selected connection mode will disconnect the software from the console. If the console is erroneously congured for a xed IP address that is incompatible with the network it is connected to, the console will be inaccessible. In this case, one of the other two connection modes can be used to regain access and amend the settings. If that does not work, hold the Reset button for 2 seconds to return to default networksettings.

Wi Client setup screen

4.3 Wi Client

This mode supports DHCP Client (default) and xed IP operation. The M AIR mixers can suppor t WEP, WPA and WPA2 security mechanisms in Wi Client mode and works on Wi channels 1-11.

Correct SSID (network name) and password need to be supplied to connect to an existing network. WEP passwords have to be either 5 characters or 13 characters long. If the supplied SSID and password are incorrect, the mixer cannot be accessed. In this case the networking parameters have to be reset and another connection mode has to be used to regain access.

The Ethernet connection mode may be used for conguration of the WiClientmode. While being connec ted in Ethernet mode, the M AIR mixer can scan the available wireless networks and display their SSID network names, eldstrength and security method. By selecting the preferred wireless network, this information can be copied to the applications’ Wi Client setup page automatically. You will then be prompted to ll in the security password of that network. After switching from Ethernet to Wi Client mode, the mixer should connect to the selected wireless network automatically, and will be displayed by remote applications on any device connected to the same network.

Mixer name and Ethernet setup screen

4.2 Ethernet/LAN

This mode supports DHCP Client (default), DHCP Server, and xed IP operation. Note that if the mixer is connected to a network where no DHCP server is present, the mixer will generate an automatic IP address (range 169.254.1.0–

169.254.254.255). There are no security options for LAN connections, soanydevice in that network may take control of connected M AIR consoles. Whenconnecting via LAN/Ethernet to a Wi router, make sure the security settings of that router prevent unauthorized access.

Access Point s etup screen

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4.4 Access Point

This mode only supports DHCP Server operation with a maximum of 4clients, working on Wi channels 1-11. Security is supported via WEP 40-bit (5ASCIIcharacters) or WEP 104-bit (13 ASCII characters). By default, the mixer will use a network name consisting of the model name plus the last bits of the mixer’s unique MAC address (e.g.MR18-17-BE-C0). The default IP address is

192.168.1.1 and no security is engaged.

The control software is available for Android and iPad tablets as well as Mac/ PC/Linux computers. Visit music-group.com to download the Mac/PC/Linux software. The tablet software can be downloaded from the application store on your device.

4.5 Getting Started

First Wi remote connection to your M AIR mixer

1. Download and install the remote control app for your device.

• Android smartphones/tablets: M AIR Android from the

Google Play* store

• iPad: M AIR for iPad from the App Store*

• PC: M AIR EDIT for Windows, Mac or Linux from midasconsoles.com

2. Set the REMOTE switch on your M AIR mixer to ACCESS POINT mode and power on the mixer.

3. Reset your M AIR mixer’s network settings to default values by holding the RESET button for 2 seconds. This is located in the small hole above the Wiicon and requires a paper clip or similar tool to reach.

4. Switch your remote control device on and open the network settings.

iPad:

1. Start the Settings/Wi dialog on your iOS.

2. Switch ’Wi’ on.

3. Select your M AIR mixer’s name from the list of networks, e.g. “MR18-19-1B-07”. After a couple of seconds, the status should change to ’Connected’, indicated by a check mark.

4. Open your M AIR for iPad app and it will show any M AIR mixers (’Devices’) found in that network, with their IP address, which in this case is 192.168.1.1.

5. Tap on the mixer’s icon to connect the app with your mixer. Note - if a warning pops up telling you that the mixer rmware is not supported, it is recommended to update the rmware to the latest version (see the product page on midasconsoles.com for details). You can, however, choose to connect anyway.

6. Once the app is connected to your mixer, all parameters will be loadedautomatically. Enjoy exploring all mixing functions of your M AIR mixer remotely!

PC: M AIR EDIT for Windows, Mac or Linux

1. Open the Wireless Network Connections dialog on your operating system.

2. Make sure the ’WLAN’ or ’Wi ’ adapter is switched on.

3. View the list of wireless networks and select your M AIR mixer’s name, e.g.“MR18-19-1B-07”. After a couple of seconds, the status should change to’Connected’, indicated by a check mark.

4. Open your M AIR Editor for Mac/Win/Linux and click on ’Setup’. Thelistwillshow any M AIR mixers found in that network, with their nameand IPaddress, which in this case is 192.168.1.1.

Android smartphones/tablets:

1. Start the Settings/Wireless & Networks dialog on your Android system.

2. Switch ’Wi ’ on.

3. Click on ’Wi ’ to select a network. From the list of networks, select your M AIR mixer’s name, e.g. “MR18-19-1B-07”. After a few seconds, the status should change to ’Connected’.

4. Open your M AIR for Android app and it will show similar information:

• Mix Access = All

• IP Ad dres s = 192 .168 .1.1

• Wi Lock = None

• Wi connected to MR18-19-1B-07

5. You may choose to lock the connection to this specic Wi network if you want to ensure that your device cannot automatically connect to another network while you are controlling your mixer.

6. Click on ’Connect’ and tap on the mixer’s name in order to connect the app with your mixer. Note - if a warning pops up telling you that the mixer rmware is not supported, it is recommended to update the rmware to the latest version (see the product page on midasconsoles.com for details). Youcan,however, choose to connect anyway.

7. Once the app is connec ted to your mixer, all parameters will be loaded automatically. Enjoy exploring all mixing functions of your MAIRmixerremotely!

5. Click on your mixer’s name, e.g. “MR18-19-1B-07”, and conrm to synchronize from mixer to PC in order to connect the app with your mixer. If a warning pops up telling you that the mixer rmware is not supported, it is recommended to update the rmware to the latest version (see the product page on midasconsoles.com for details). You can, however, choose to connect anyway.

6. Once the app is connected to your mixer, all parameters will be transferred automatically. Enjoy exploring all mixing functions of your MAIRmixerremotely!

*App Store is a serv ice mark of Apple Inc. Go ogle Play is a trademar k of Google Inc.

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5. M AIR for iPad

The M AIR applications for iOS, Android and Mac/Win/Linux allow all of the physical controls and features normally found on analog mixers to be adjusted digitally, and also allow eects and routing to be fully adjusted, all from a remote location away from the input box. This results in a very compact, yet full-featured mixing solution that can be operated while moving about the venue or studio. This chapter will discuss the software's functionality on an iPad.

5.1 Main Screen

The main screen provides access to all 16 channel faders, Aux in, and FX send levels, as well as navigation to preamp controls, meters, FX slots and more. Thechannel strips can be swiped side to side to reveal all 21 faders, and the selected bus fader is always visible.

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5.2 Input

The Input section allows adjustment of the most common preamp parameters such as gain and phantom power. This is accessed by pressing the top of the Channel Strip of the channel you wish to modify. If another menu such as Sends or Gate come up instead, the menus can be swiped side-to-side without returning to the Main Screen.

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1. The Link button allows adjacent channels to be linked as a stereo pair. Moving one of the linked channels‘ fader will also adjust the other channel.

2. The Phase button inverts the phase.

3. Use the Mic/USB switch to determine whether the channel is fed by the microphone input or by a signal from a DAW via the multi-channel USBconnection.

4. The Mic Gain knob adjusts the input gain for the currently selected channel’s mic preamp.

5. The USB Trim knob adjusts the digital trim for the signal coming from the connected computer. The Mic/USB switch must be set to USB.

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1. The Channel Strip control section gives a quick reference to the status of phantom power, aux send levels, pan, etc., but no adjustments are made directly on this screen. Touch anywhere inside a channel’s top strip section to edit parameters.

2. Touch a channel’s Solo button to send the channel to the solo bus. Thebutton will light yellow to indicate that a channel has been soloed.

3. Each channel has a dedicated meter to monitor the input level. If the meter reaches the red clip lights, lower the gain control on the Input screen (5.2).

4. The Channel Fader adjusts a channel’s level, or adjusts the aux/FX send level, depending on which layer is selec ted on the right-hand side (see callout 11).

5. Touch a channel’s Mute button to mute the channel. The button will light red when muted.

6. The Meters, Shows, Snapshots, Eects, Routing and Setup buttons allow direct access to these menus.

7. Engage the auto mix groups with these buttons. See section 5.9 for details.

8. Engage one of the 4 Mute Groups with these buttons. Assignments can be made by navigating to a channel’s Output tab.

9. The Layers menu lets you select which channels/buses are visible on the main screen. Custom layers can also be created and edited, for example, to access only the drum channels.

10. The Solo Clear button releases all soloed channels.

6. The HPF Freq knob adjusts the frequency of the lter, allowing unwanted low frequencies to be removed.

7. Engage the HPF (high-pass lter) with this switch.

8. Press this button to engage the phantom power. It is best practice to engage phantom power before running audio in a channel, allowing all voltages to stabilize and prevent any noise during the performance.

5.3 Sends

The Sends tab allows the currently selected channel’s signal to be routed to the 6 Aux outputs and to the 4 Eects processors. Aux and Eects routing can also adjusted using the fader banks on the right-hand side of the screen.

5.4 Gate

The Gate tab allows a noise gate to be engaged and adjusted to remove unwanted noise. To accommodate various levels of mixing expertise, a standard or advanced screen can be selected. The standard view oers 4 presets and a threshold adjustment, while the advanced view allows ne adjustment of the gate parameters.

11. The Fader Bank buttons alter the function of the channel faders. Whenset to Main, the faders adjust the channel volume levels sent to the main bus, andthe overall main output. When one of the Aux or Eect but tons are selected, the faders adjust each channel’s send level to that bus for monitoring or eec ts routing. The level for the Aux or Eect bus that is currently selec ted can be adjusted where the main fader normally appears.

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1. Engage the gate with the on/o button.

2. Adjust the Threshold that the audio must reach in order to bypass the gate. Any audio that does not register beyond the threshold setting will be mutedautomatically.

3. Press this button to open the preset list where your settings can be saved can recalled.

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9. Select a high-pass, low-pass or mid peak frequency and slope for the key lter. The specic frequency can be selected by dragging the line across the frequency chart.

10. Press the Advanced button to select between normal and advanced gateoperation.

11. Access the Key Filter parameters by pressing this button.

12. Select a source for the key lter.

5.5 Dynamics

A channel’s dynamics can be adjusted on this page. A compressor is useful for reducing the dynamic range of a signal, allowing the perceived volume in the mix to be raised without clipping. An expander can add dynamics by attenuating a signal when it drops below the predetermined threshold.

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1. Engage the compressor with the on/o button.

2. Adjust the Threshold at which the compressor begins to take eect. Audiothat falls below this setting will remain unaected.

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1. Engage the gate with the on/o button.

2. Gate Type buttons allow various types of gates to be selected. The EXP2, 3and 4 settings reduce the output by varying amounts, allowing a naturalsounding reduction of signals that don’t reach the selec ted threshold. TheGate setting enables a more aggressive drop in volume for signals below the threshold. An additional Range parameter adjusts the amount of attenuation. The Ducker setting attenuates the signal by a predetermined amount whenever the signal rises beyond the selected threshold. The Range parameter adjusts the amount of attenuation for this setting as well.

3. Adjust the Threshold that the audio must reach in order to bypass the gate or engage the Ducker.

4. The Range parameter adjusts the amount of signal attenuation for the Gateand Ducker settings.

5. Adjust the Attack knob to set how quickly the gate takes eect when the input signal drops below the threshold.

6. Adjust the Hold knob to set how long the input signal must surpass the threshold before bypassing the gate.

7. Adjust the Release knob to set how quickly the gate releases after the audio rises above the threshold.

8. Engage the Key Filter with the on/o button.

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3. Press this button to open the preset list where your settings can be saved can recalled.

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1. Engage the dynamics processor with the on/o button.

2. Adjust the Threshold at which the compressor begins to take eect. Audiothat falls below this setting will remain unaected.

3. Adjust the Knee to allow the compressor to have a more gradual eect on the signal. When the Knee is set fully to the left (hard knee), any signals that rise above the threshold will receive the full compression ratio right away.

4. Select between a compressor or expander to set the action of the dynamicsprocessor.

5. Adjust the Ratio to determine how aggressively the dynamics are aected.

6. The Wet/Dry ratio determines how much of the signal is left unaected by the processor.

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