Yamaha GO44 User Manual

Owner‘s Manual

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SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

This product utilizes batteries or an external power
supply (adapter). DO NOT connect this product to
any power supply or adapter other than one
described in the manual, on the name plate, or
specifically recommended by Yamaha.

WARNING: Do not place this product in a position
where anyone could walk on, trip over ,or roll any­thing over power or connecting cords of any kind.
The use of an extension cord is not recommended!
If you must use an extension cord, the minimum
wire size for a 25’ cord (or less ) is 18 AWG. NOTE:
The smaller the AWG number ,the larger the cur­rent handling capacity. For longer extension cords,
consult a local electrician.

This product should be used only with the compo­nents supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is rec­ommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used,
please observe all safety markings and instructions
that accompany the accessory product.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:

The information contained in this manual is
believed to be correct at the time of printing. How­ever, Yamaha reserves the right to change or mod­ify any of the specifications without notice or
obligation to update existing units.

This product, either alone or in combination with an
amplifier and headphones or speaker/s, may be
capable of producing sound levels that could cause
permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long
periods of time at a high volume level or at a level
that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hear­ing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult
an audiologist.
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter
the time period before damage occurs.

Some Yamaha products may have benches
and / or accessory mounting fixtures that are
either supplied with the product or as optional
accessories. Some of these items are designed
to be dealer assembled or installed. Please
make sure that benches are stable and any
optional fixtures (where applicable) are well
secured BEFORE using.

Benches supplied by Yamaha are designed for
seating only. No other uses are recommended.

NOTICE:

Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowl­edge relating to how a function or effect works
(when the unit is operating as designed) are not
covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are
therefore the owners responsibility. Please study
this manual carefully and consult your dealer
before requesting service.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES:

Yamaha strives to produce products that are both
user safe and environmentally friendly. We sin­cerely believe that our products and the production
methods used to produce them, meet these goals.
In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the
law, we want you to be aware of the following:

Battery Notice:

This product MAY contain a small non-recharge­able battery which (if applicable) is soldered in
place. The average life span of this type of battery
is approximately five years. When replacement
becomes necessary, contact a qualified service
representative to perform the replacement.

This product may also use “household” type batter­ies. Some of these may be rechargeable. Make
sure that the battery being charged is a recharge­able type and that the charger is intended for the
battery being charged.

When installing batteries, do not mix batteries with
new, or with batteries of a different type. Batteries
MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or incor­rect installation may result in overheating and bat­tery case rupture.

Warning:

Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any
battery. Keep all batteries away from children. Dis­pose of used batteries promptly and as regulated
by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any
retailer of household type batteries in your area for
battery disposal information.

Disposal Notice:

Should this product become damaged beyond
repair, or for some reason its useful life is consid­ered to be at an end, please observe all local,
state, and federal regulations that relate to the dis­posal of products that contain lead, batteries, plas­tics, etc. If your dealer is unable to assist you,
please contact Yamaha directly.

NAME PLATE LOCATION:

The name plate is located on the bottom of the
product. The model number, serial number, power
requirements, etc., are located on this plate. You
should record the model number, serial number,
and the date of purchase in the spaces provided
below and retain this manual as a permanent
record of your purchase.

Model

Serial No.

Purchase Date

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

92-BP (bottom)

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS
UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the
instructions contained in this manual, meets
FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly
approved by Yamaha may void your authority,
granted by the FCC, to use the product.

2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to
accessories and/or another product use only
high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied
with this product MUST be used. Follow all
installation instructions. Failure to follow instruc­tions could void your FCC authorization to use
this product in the USA.

3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found
to comply with the requirements listed in FCC
Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital
devices. Compliance with these requirements
provides a reasonable level of assurance that
your use of this product in a residential environ­ment will not result in harmful interference with
other electronic devices. This equipment gener­ates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed
and used according to the instructions found in
the users manual, may cause interference
harmful to the operation of other electronic
devices. Compliance with FCC regulations does

* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B)

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE)

Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America

Type of Equipment : MOBILE AUDIO INTERFACE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:

1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected.

Address : 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620

Telephone : [phone]

Model Name : GO44

not guarantee that interference will not occur in
all installations. If this product is found to be the
source of interference, which can be deter­mined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”,
please try to eliminate the problem by using one
of the following measures:

Relocate either this product or the device that is
being affected by the interference.

Utilize power outlets that are on different branch
(circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line
filter/s.

In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/
reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is
300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co­axial type cable.

If these corrective measures do not produce
satisfactory results, please contact the local
retailer authorized to distribute this type of prod­uct. If you can not locate the appropriate
retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of
America, Electronic Service Division, 6600
Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620

The above statements apply ONLY to those
products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of
America or its subsidiaries.

* This applies only to products distributed by

YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.

(FCC DoC)

PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

* Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

WARNING

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even
death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions
include, but are not limited to, the following:

Power supply/AC power adaptor

• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument.
The required voltage is printed on the name plate of the
instrument.

• Use the specified adaptor (PA-3C or an equivalent
recommended by Yamaha) only. Using the wrong adaptor can
result in damage to the instrument or overheating.

• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust
which may have accumulated on it.

• Do not place the AC adaptor cord near heat sources such as
heaters or radiators, and do not excessively bend or otherwise
damage the cord, place heavy objects on it, or place it in a
position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything
over it.

Do not open

• Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the
internal parts or modify them in any way. The instrument
contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to be
malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it
inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

Water warning

• Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in
damp or wet conditions, or place containers on it containing
liquids which might spill into any openings.

• Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

Fire warning

• Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit.
A burning item may fall over and cause a fire.

If you notice any abnormality

• If the AC adaptor cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or
if there is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument,
or if any unusual smells or smoke should appear to be caused
by it, immediately disconnect the adaptor plug from the outlet,
and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service
personnel.

CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or
others, or damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited
to, the following:

Power supply/AC power adaptor Location

• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an
outlet, always hold the plug itself and not the cord.

• Unplug the AC power adaptor when not using the instrument,
or during electrical storms.

• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a
multiple-connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality,
or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.

• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations,
or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a
heater, or in a car during the day) to prevent the possibility of
panel disfiguration or damage to the internal components.

• Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo
equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise,
the instrument, TV, or radio may generate noise.

• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it
might accidentally fall over.

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• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected adaptor
and other cables.

• When setting up the instrument, make sure that the AC outlet you
are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction
occurs, immediately disconnect the plug from the outlet.

Connections

• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic
components, turn off the power for all components. Before
turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume
levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all
components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the
volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired
listening level.

Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.

Maintenance

• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use
paint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical­impregnated wiping cloths.

Handling caution

• Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the
gaps on the panel. If this happens, immediately unplug the
power cord from the AC outlet. Then have the instrument
inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument,
since this might discolor the panel or keyboard.

• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the
instrument, and do not use excessive force on the buttons,
switches or connectors.

• Do not use the instrument/device or headphones for a long
period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since
this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any
hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

SPECIAL NOTICES

- This owner’s manual is the exclusive copyright of Yamaha Corporation.

- The supplied Cubase LE, HALion SE, and Groove Agent SE are the exclusive copyrights of Steinberg Media
Technologies GmbH.

- Copying of the supplied 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.

- The supplied disk is a CD-ROM. Do not attempt to play the disk on an audio CD player. Doing so may result
in irreparable damage to your audio CD player.

- Copying of the commercially available musical data including but not limited to MIDI data and/or audio data
is strictly prohibited except for your personal use.

- The screen displays as illustrated in this owner’s manual are for instructional purposes, and may appear
somewhat different from the screens which appear on your computer.

- Future upgrades of application and system software and any changes in specifications and functions will be
announced separately.

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-Windows is the registered trademarks of Microsoft

- Apple and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

- FireWire and the FireWire symbol are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. The FireWire logo is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

- Steinberg, Cubase, HALion, and Groove Agent are the registered trademarks of Steinberg Media Technologies
GmbH.

- The company names and product names in this Owner’s Manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective companies.

Corporation.

- 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.

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Welcome to the GO44

Thank you for choosing the Yamaha GO44 Mobile Audio Interface.
The GO44 is a portable IEEE1394 (FireWire
operation and professional-quality audio. Connect the GO44 to a computer equipped with an
IEEE1394 (FireWire) port and enjoy the powerful, versatile features of digital audio recording and
editing.
In order to take full advantage of the many features and capabilities provided by the GO44, we
urge you to read this owner’s manual thoroughly before using your GO44 system, and keep the
manual in a safe, accessible location for future reference.

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) audio/MIDI interface featuring multi-channel

Table of contents

Package Contents............................................................................................ 7

About the Included Software.......................................................................... 7

Power Supply................................................................................................... 7

Software Installation — Windows users ......................................................... 8

Compatible operating systems....................................................................... 8

Preparing to Install......................................................................................... 8

Installing the driver and the Control Panel ..................................................... 9

Assigning the GO44 as the default system audio device (Windows) ............. 11

Software Installation — Macintosh users ..................................................... 12

Compatible operating systems..................................................................... 12

Installing the Control Panel.......................................................................... 12

Assigning the GO44 as the default system audio device (Mac OS X)............ 12

Connectors and controls............................................................................... 13

Front Panel ..................................................................................................13

Rear Panel.................................................................................................... 13

I/O cable ..................................................................................................... 14

Drivers ........................................................................................................... 16

Windows drivers .......................................................................................... 16

Mac OS X drivers ......................................................................................... 18

GO44 Control Panel ...................................................................................... 19

MAIN display ............................................................................................... 19

The ASIO control panel (Windows only)....................................................... 21

The SCENES panel .......................................................................................21

ABOUT ........................................................................................................ 22

Specifications................................................................................................. 23

System Requirements.................................................................................... 24

Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 25

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Package Contents

The GO44 package contains the following
items. Check the contents for missing items.

• GO44 main unit

• AC Power Adaptor (PA-3C)

• I/O cable

• GO44 Owner’s Manual

•2 CD-ROMs

(Windows/Macintosh hybrid CD)

*

• IEEE1394 (FireWire) cable
(6–pin/6–pin)

• IEEE1394 (FireWire) adaptor
(4–pin/6–pin)

* May not be included depending on your particular

area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer.

About the Included Software

The included CD-ROMs contain the following
software (driver).

“TOOLS for GO44/GO46” CD-ROM

• Driver/Control Panel installer (Windows)

• Control Panel installer (Macintosh)

• GO44 Owner’s Manual (PDF)

• VST Instruments (VSTi)
HALion SE (Windows/Macintosh)
Groove Agent SE (Windows/Macintosh)

“Cubase LE” CD-ROM

• Cubase LE (Windows/Macintosh)

NOTE

• The serial number necessary for installing Cubase LE
(Windows) is printed on a sheet included with the CD­ROM.

• Please install Cubase LE while connected to the
internet and enter all required items during installa­tion.

•For Macintosh computers double-click the “Cubase
LE.pkg” icon.

•To install VSTi, double-click the following file on the
“TOOLS for GO44/GO46” CD-ROM.
Windows: VSTi Set\Setup VSTi Set.exe
Macintosh: VSTi Set\Setup VSTi Set.pkg

Power Supply

The GO44 does not have a power switch. The power is automatically turned on when the AC
power adaptor is connected. The GO44 can also be powered via the 6–pin/6–pin IEEE1394
(FireWire) port, making an AC power adaptor unnecessary. However, not all IEEE1394 (FireWire)
controllers deliver a constant operating voltage — therefore, we recommend using the included
AC power adaptor. The AC power adaptor is also useful whenever you would like to conserve the
battery power of your laptop. The AC power adaptor is required if your computer only features a
4–pin IEEE1394 (FireWire) port.

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Software Installation — Windows users

NOTE

Please perform the following steps in the given order. Do not connect the GO44 module to the
computer until instructed to do so.

Compatible operating systems

The GO44 can be used only under Windows XP (Home/Professional editions) SP (Service Pack) 1
and SP2. Other Windows versions are not supported. To check your Windows version, right click
the [My Computer] icon and select [Properties] from the context menu. You can also access this
menu item by clicking: [Start] → [Control Panel] → [System]. The Service Pack can be obtained
free of charge from the Microsoft web site (www.microsoft.com).

NOTE

• Refer to the system requirements printed on the package, or in the PDF manual page 24. You can also
check the latest system requirements on the Internet.
http://www.yamahasynth.com/

• If the [System] icon is not shown in the Control Panel, click “Switch to Classic View” in the upper left of the
window to display all control panels and icons.

Preparing to Install

Select [Start] → [Control Panel] and go to [System] → [Hardware] → [Driver Signing] → [Driver
Signing Options] and check the radio button to the left of “Ignore — Install the software anyway
and don’t ask for my approval” and click [OK].

NOTE

After completing the installation, make sure to restore the original setting if necessary.

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Software Installation — Windows users

Installing the driver and the Control Panel

1. Insert the included “TOOLS for GO44/GO46” CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of

your computer.

2. Double-click on the CD-ROM drive icon in the My Computer menu. Open

[GO44Driver_] → [GO44 Setup.exe] to start the InstallShield Wizard.

3. Select a language for the setup wizard and click [Next] to continue with the instal-

lation. The welcome message of the InstallShield Wizard appears. Click [Next].

4. If you want to specify a different location, click [Change]. Then click [Next].

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