YAMAHA MW-8CX, MW10C User Manual

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IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM

Connecting the Plug and Cord

IMPORTANT. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured makings identifying the terminals
in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
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. (2 wires)

BLUE : NEUTRAL
BROWN : LIVE

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

(DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE)

Responsible Party : Yamaha Corporation of America

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

Telephone : [phone]

Type of Equipment : USB Mixing Studio

Model Name : MW8CX/MW10C

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

* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (FCC DoC)

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 regula-

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

tions does 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 co-axial 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.

(class b korea)

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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/Power cord

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

• Use only the included AC power adaptor (PA-10 or an equivalent recommended
by Yamaha).

• Do not place the power 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 device or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify
them in any way. The device 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 device 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.

If you notice any abnormality

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

• 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.

CAUTION

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

Power supply/Power cord

• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the device is not to be used for
extended periods of time, or during electrical storms.

• When removing the electric plug from the device or an outlet, always hold the
plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it.

•To avoid generating unwanted noise, make sure there is adequate distance (50
cm or more) between the AC power adaptor and the device.

• Do not cover or wrap the AC power adaptor with a cloth or blanket.

Location

• Before moving the device, remove all connected cables.

• When setting up the device, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily
accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the
power switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet. Even when the power
switch is turned off, electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum
level. When you are not using the product for a long time, make sure to unplug
the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

•Avoid setting all equalizer and controls to their maximum. Depending on the
condition of the connected devices, doing so may cause feedback and may
damage the speakers.

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

• Do not use the device in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile
phone, or other electric devices. Doing so may result in noise, both in the device
itself and in the TV or radio next to it.

Connections

• Before connecting the device to other devices, turn off the power for all devices.
Before turning the power on or off for all devices, set all volume levels to
minimum.

Handling caution

• When turning on the AC power in your audio system, always turn on the power
amplifier LAST, to avoid speaker damage. When turning the power off, the power
amplifier should be turned off FIRST for the same reason.

• Do not insert your fingers or hands in any gaps or openings on the device.

•Avoid inserting or dropping foreign objects (paper, plastic, metal, etc.) into any
gaps or openings on the device. If this happens, turn off the power immediately
and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. Then have the device inspected
by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

• Do not use the 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.

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

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XLR-type connectors are wired as follows (IEC60268 standard): pin 1: ground, pin 2: hot (+), and pin 3: cold (-).

Insert TRS phone jacks are wired as follows: sleeve: ground, tip: send, and ring: return.

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

Always turn the power off when the device is not in use.

Even when the power switch is in the “STANDBY” position, electricity is still flowing to the device at the minimum level. When you are not using the device for a long
time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

The performance of components with moving contacts, such as switches, volume controls, and connectors, deteriorates over time. Consult qualified Yamaha service
personnel about replacing defective components.

The MW mixer may heat up by as much as 15 to 20°C while the power is on. This is normal. Please note that the panel temperature may exceed 50°C in ambient
temperatures higher than 30°C, and use caution to prevent burns.

* This Owner’s Manual applies to both the MW8CX/MW10C. The main difference between the two models is that the MW8CX includes digital effects while the MW10C

has no internal effects.

* In this manual the term “MW mixers” refers to both the MW8CX and MW10C. In cases where different features need to be described for each model, the MW8CX

feature will be described first, followed by the MW10C feature in brackets: MW8CX (MW10C).

SPECIAL NOTICES

• The owner’s manual is the exclusive copyright of Yamaha Corporation.

• The included software is the exclusive copyright of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.

• 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.

• This disk is a DVD-ROM. Do not attempt to play the disk on a DVD player. Doing so may result in irreparable damage to your DVD player.

• Visit the web address below for the latest information on supplied software and operating system requirements.
<http://www.yamahasynth.com/>

The illustrations and LCD screens as shown in this owner’s manual are for instructional purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from those on your
instrument.

This product incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in which Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect to which it has license to use others’
copyrights. Such copyrighted materials include, without limitation, all computer software, style files, MIDI files, WAVE data, musical scores and sound recordings. Any
unauthorized use of such programs and contents outside of personal use is not permitted under relevant laws. Any violation of copyright has legal consequences.
DON’T MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES.

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.

• Windows is the registered trademarks of Microsoft® Corporation.

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

• Steinberg and Cubase 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.

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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MW8CX/MW10C Owner’s Manual

Introduction

Thank you for choosing a Yamaha MW8CX/MW10C USB Mixing Studio. The MW8CX/MW10C
includes an audio mixer equipped with a USB interface for digital audio data transfer, and Cubase AI
DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) software for Windows® and Macintosh® computer operating sys­tems. With the MW8CX/MW10C USB Mixing Studio and your personal computer you have the basic
elements of a high-performance computer recording system that is easy to set up and operate.

Please read through this manual carefully before beginning use, so that you will be able to take full
advantage of your mixer’s superlative features and enjoy trouble-free operation for years to come. After
reading the manual, please store it in a safe place.

Features

Connect To Your Computer via a Single USB
Cable (page 7)

The MW mixer connects to your computer via the supplied
USB cable. Stereo audio data is transferred in both direc­tions—from the mixer to the computer, and vice-versa—via
the USB connection (44.1 kHz or 48 kHz sampling fre­quency).

No Driver Installation Required (page 7)

The MW system uses the standard drivers included in your
computer’s operating system, so there’s no need to install
any extra driver software.

Cubase AI DAW Software Supplied (page 7)

Cubase AI software, included in the MW package, offers
versatile, high-performance hard-disk recording capability.

Compression (page 9)

Compression increases the overall level without introducing
distortion by compressing excessive peaks in the signals
from microphones and guitars.

Mixer Functions (page 16)

The MW mixer can handle up to 8 inputs (MW8CX) or 10
inputs (MW10C), mixing them to STEREO OUT or REC
OUT. The MW mixer can simultaneously connect to a wide
range of devices: microphones, line-level devices, stereo
synthesizers, and more.

48V Phantom Power (page 18)

A PHANTOM switch supplies +48V phantom power to the
mixer’s microphone inputs, so you can use high-quality
phantom-powered condenser microphones for superior
recording quality.

Accessories

• Cubase AI DVD-ROM

•Power adaptor (PA-10)*

• USB cable

• Owner’s Manual (this book)

*May not be included depending on your particular area. Please

check with your Yamaha dealer.

Contents

Introduction...........................................5

Features.......................................................... 5

Contents.......................................................... 5

Before Turning on the Mixer............................ 6

Turning the Power On/OFF............................. 6

■ Mixer Basics................................ 7

Quick Guide ..........................................7

1. Installing Cubase AI .................................... 7

2. Connecting to the MW mixer....................... 7

3. Powering Up the System ............................ 8

4. Adjusting Level and Tone ........................... 9

5. Recording with Cubase AI ........................ 10

6. Mixing with Cubase AI .............................. 13

■ Reference .................................. 15

Setup....................................................15

Front & Rear Panels ...........................16

Channel Control Section ............................... 16

Master Control Section.................................. 18

Jack List ........................................................ 19

Digital Effect.................................................. 20

Rear Input/Output Section............................. 20

Digital Effect Program List (Only MW8CX) ... 21

Mounting to a Microphone Stand .................. 21

Troubleshooting .................................22

Specifications .....................................91

Electrical Specifications ................................ 91

General Specifications .................................. 91

Analog Input Specifications........................... 92

Analog Output Specifications........................ 92

Digital Input/Output Specifications ................ 92

Dimensional Diagrams.................................. 93

Block Diagram and Level Diagram................ 94

About the accessory disk..................95

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Introduction

Before Turning on the Mixer

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CAUTION

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Be sure that the mixer’s power switch is in the
STANDBY position.

Use only the included power adaptor (PA-10) or
an equivalent recommended by Yamaha. Use of a
different adaptor may result in equipment dam­age, overheating, or fire.

Connect the power adaptor to the AC ADAPTOR IN
connector (
turn the fastening ring clockwise (

q) on the rear of the mixer, and then

w) to secure the

connection.

w

q

Plug the power adaptor into a standard household

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power outlet.

• Be sure to unplug the adaptor from the outlet
when not using the mixer, or when there are

CAUTION

lightning storms in the area.

•To avoid generating unwanted noise, make
sure there is 50 cm or more between the power
adaptor and the mixer.

Turning the Power On/OFF

Press the mixer’s power switch to the ON position.
When you are ready to turn the power off, press the
power switch to the STANDBY position.

Note that trace current continues to flow while the
switch is in the STANDBY position. If you do not plan

CAUTION

to use the mixer again for a long while, please be sure
to unplug the adaptor from the wall outlet.

NOTE

To prevent loud pops and noises, turn on the power to
your sound gear starting with the sources (instruments,
CD players, etc.) and ending with the power amplifier or
powered speakers.

Example : Instruments, microphones, and CD players

first, then the mixer, and finally the power
amplifier or powered speakers.

When turning off the power to the system, reverse the
order described above.

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Mixer Basics

Quick Guide

Mixer Basics

This quick setup and operation guide covers everything from installing the Cubase AI software to
using Cubase AI 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 software.

Step

Important!

1
2
3

Step

1

Installing Cubase AI

1

You are only permitted to use this software pursuant to the terms and conditions of the “Steinberg Soft­ware End User License Agreement (EULA)” shown during the installation.

Start the computer and log on to the Administrator account.

Insert the included DVD-ROM into the computer’s DVD-ROM drive.

Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Cubase AI software.

NOTE

• In order to have continuous use of Cubase AI, including support and other benefits, you will need to register the
software and activate your software license by starting it while the computer is connected to the Internet. Click
the “Register Now” button shown when the software is started, then fill in all required fields for registration. If
you do not register the product, you will be unable to use the application after a limited period of time expires.

•To install on Mac computers double-click the “Cubase AI*.mpkg” icon or the “Cubase AI* Start Center” icon.
“*” indicates where the version number appears in the actual icon name.

• Visit the web address below for the latest information on:

<http://www.yamahasynth.com/>

Connecting to the MW mixer

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Turn the power to the MW mixer and all

2

gear that is to be connected to the MW
mixer off/standby (except the computer),
and set the LEVEL controls and STEREO
Master control to their minimum settings.

USB Connection Precautions

Be sure to observe the following points when connecting to
the computer’s USB interface.
Failure to observe these rules can result in computer freezes/
hang-ups and possibly data loss or corruption. If the MW
mixer or computer does hang up, turn the power to both
devices off and then on again, and restart the computer.

Connect the MW mixer to your computer
using the supplied USB cable.

LEVEL controls

STEREO Master control

CAUTION

• Be sure to wake the computer from sleep/sus­pended/standby mode before making a con­nection to the computer’s USB connector.

• Connect the MW mixer to the computer before
turning the MW mixer power on.

•Always quit all applications running on the
computer before turning the MW mixer’s
power on or off, or connecting or disconnect­ing the USB cable.

•Wait at least 6 seconds between turning the
MW mixer on or off, and between connecting
or disconnecting the USB cable.

When connecting or disconnecting the USB
cable be sure to turn the 2TR IN/USB control

CAUTION

all the way down.

NOTE

Disconnect the USB cable when using the MW
mixer without the computer.

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Mixer Basics

NOTE

Quick Guide

3

Be sure to turn the MW mixer
PHANTOM switch on when
using phantom-powered con­denser microphones.

Although electric guitars
and basses can be con­nected directly to the
mixer’s inputs, the sound is
likely to be thin and possi­bly noisy. For best results
with these types of instru­ments use a DI box (direct
box) or amp simulator
between the instrument
and the mixer.

Connecting Microphones and/or Instru­ments.

For details on making connections refer to the “Setup”
section on page 15 and the “Front & Rear Panels” sec­tion on page 16.

DI

USB cable

Step

Powering Up the System

3

To prevent loud pops and noises, turn on the
power to your sound gear starting with the
sources (instruments, CD players, etc.) and end­ing with the power amplifier or powered speakers.

Example : Instruments, microphones, and CD players first, then

the mixer, and finally the power amplifier or powered
speakers.

Observe the following precautions when

CAUTION

turning on phantom power.

• Make sure that the PHANTOM switch is off when
phantom power is not needed.

• When turning the switch on, be sure that only con­denser microphones are connected to the XLR
input jacks. Other devices may be damaged if con­nected to phantom power. This precaution does not
apply to balanced dynamic microphones, however,
as these will not be affected by phantom power.

•To minimize the possibility of speaker damage, turn
phantom power on ONLY while your power amplifier
or powered speakers are switched off. It’s also a
good idea to turn the mixer’s output controls—STE­REO Master control—all the way down.

•We recommend that you set the computer output to the

maximum level and mute the computer’s internal
speaker. For details on how to make the setting refer to
the “The recorded sound is too low in level.” in the “Trou­bleshooting” on page 22.

• The first time you connect to the computer’s USB con-

nector, or change the connection to a different USB port,
a driver installation display may appear after turning the
power to the MW mixer on. If this occurs, wait until the
installation is complete before proceeding.

Balanced Cables and Unbalanced Cables

Tw o types of cables can be used to connect microphones, elec­tronic instruments, and other audio sources to the mixer’s inputs,
as well as to connect the mixer’s outputs to a power amplifier or
related gear: balanced or unbalanced. Balanced cables are
highly resistant to noise, and are the best choice for low-level sig­nals such as the output from microphones, as well as for long
cable runs. Unbalanced cables are generally used for short runs
from line-level sources such as synthesizers.

Cable Guidelines

Microphone cable Balanced is best.

Short line-level cables

Long line-level cables Balanced is best.

Unbalanced cable is fine in a relatively
noise-free environment.

Connector Types

XLR Connectors

This 3-pin connector is resistant to
externally induced noise, and is
used primarily for balanced con­nections. With properly designed
receiving circuitry cables with this
type of connector can also be used
for unbalanced signals. XLR type
connectors are the standard for
microphone connections as well as most professional audio
gear.

Phone Connectors

Phone connectors are avail­able in mono and stereo ver­sions. Stereo types are also
known as “TRS” connectors
(Tip-Ring-Sleeve), and are
used for stereo headphone
jacks, insert jacks, and also to
carry balanced signals in many
cases. Unbalanced types are
used for mono signals -guitar
cables are a common example.

RCA Pin Connectors

This type of unbalanced con­nector is most commonly found
on home audio and video
equipment. RCA type pin jacks
are often color coded: white for
left audio channel and red for
right audio channel, for exam­ple.

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Mixer Basics

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INPUT

OUTPUT

Quick Guide

Step

Adjusting Level and Tone

4

Level Adjustment

The first step is to set the level controls on

1

all instruments and other sources appro­priately.

Adjust the channel GAIN controls so that

2

the corresponding PEAK indicators flash
briefly on the highest peak levels. (GAIN
controls are not provided on the stereo
channels—7/8 (MW8CX), or 7/8 and 9/10
(MW10C)).

Raise the STEREO Master control to the

3

“▼” position.

Adjust the LEVEL control to create the

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desired initial balance while monitoring via
headphones or monitor speakers. The
overall headphone level is adjusted by the
MONITOR/PHONES control.

Tone Adjustment

The MW mixer’s compressors and 3-band equalizers make
it easy to shape the tone of independent channels to
achieve the best possible mix.

Use the High-pass Filter for Microphone Input

As the name implies, a “high-pass filter” allows only signals
above a certain frequency to pass. Conversely, signals below
that “cutoff frequency” are attenuated. When an MW high­pass filter is turned on, signals below 80 Hz are attenuated.
This can be useful for minimizing low-frequency breath noise
from a vocalist, as well as handling noise, or rumble transmit­ted via the microphone stand. It is generally a good idea to
turn the high-pass filter on for microphone channels.

Compression

One form of compression known as “limiting” can, when
properly used, produce a smooth, unified sound with no
excessive peaks or distortion. A common example of the use
of compression is to “tame” a vocal that has a wide dynamic
range in order to tighten up the mix. Compression can also
be applied to guitar tracks to add extra sustain. Too much
compression can be a cause of feedback, however, so use it
sparingly.

GAIN control

PEAK indicator

LEVEL controls

MONITOR/PHONES control

STEREO Master control

Equalizer Tips

The best advice that can be given regarding equalization
while recording is simply to use as little equalization as possi­ble. If you want a little more presence you can turn the HIGH
end up a bit. Or you can boost the bass a little if you feel the
low end is lacking. During recording it’s better to use EQ
sparingly for compensation only.

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Mixer Basics

Quick Guide

Step

This section describes the procedure for recording to the Cubase AI software we installed earlier via the MW mixer.

NOTE

Cubase AI Setup

Recording with Cubase AI

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Cubase AI 6 is used for the examples in this manual. For details about other versions of Cubase AI or Cubase AI
operation in general, refer to the PDF manual provided with the software.

Select [Device Setup] from the [Devices]

4

menu to open the Device Setup window.

To prevent the playback sound from

1

Cubase AI from being directly re-recorded,
set the MW mixer’s 2TR IN/USB switch to
TO MONITOR ( ).

Launch Cubase AI.

2

Windows:

Click [Start] → [All Program] → [Steinberg Cubase AI *]
→ [Cubase AI *] to launch the program. (“*” indicates

where the version number appears in the actual icon name.)

NOTE

If the ASIO Direct Sound Full Duplex Driver dia­log window appears, click [OK].

Mac:

Double-click the [Application] → [Cubase AI *].
“*” indicates where the version number appears in the
actual icon name.

NOTE

• If you specified a file destination when installing
the Cubase AI software, launch the application
from that location.

• Create a Cubase AI shor tcut or alias on your
desktop so you can easily launch the program
when required.

When the Project Assistant window

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appears, select the [More] menu → [Empty]
and click [Create].

Windows:

Select [VST Audio System] in the [Devices] field on the
left side of the window. Select [ASIO DirectX Full
Duplex Driver] in the [ASIO Driver] field on the right
side of the window. A dialog window will appear asking
“Do you want to switch the ASIO driver?”. Click
[Switch].

Mac:

Select [VST Audio System] in the [Devices] field on the
left side of the window. Select [USB Audio CODEC] in
the [ASIO Driver] field on the right side of the window.
A dialog box will appear asking “Do you want to switch
the ASIO driver?”. Click [Switch].

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A new project is created.

NOTE

Recorded Cubase AI data is stored as a
“Project.”

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Select [ASIO DirectX Full Duplex Driver]

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(Windows), [USB Audio CODEC] (Mac) in
the [Devices] field on the left side of the
Device Setup window, and click [Control
Panel] on the right side of the window.

Select [VST Connections] from the

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[Devices] menu.

Mixer Basics

Quick Guide

Windows:

The ASIO Direct Sound Full Duplex Setup dialog win­dow will be displayed. Check only the input port and
output port [USB Audio CODEC] checkbox, and then
click [OK] to close the dialog window.

Mac:

The [CoreAudio Device Settings] dialog window
appears. Check only the [USB Audio CODEC] check­box in both “Input” and “Output” of the [Input/Output
Configuration] field. Click [Close] to close the dialog
window.

Make sure that “USB Audio CODEC 1/2”

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(Windows), “Front Left/Front Right” (Mac)
are shown in the [Port System Name] field,
and check the [Visible] column in the
Device Setup window. Click [OK] to close
the window.

NOTE

If the [Port System Name] field does not
change, close and restart the Cubase AI, then
open the Device Setup window.

Windows:

If “Not Connected” is selected in the [Audio Device]
field, click on the “Not Connected” indication, and then
switch to [ASIO DirectX Full Duplex Driver].
Also set the [Outputs] in the same way, and then close
the window.

Mac:

If “Not Connected” is selected in the [Audio Device]
field, click on the “Not Connected” indication, and then
switch to [USB Audio CODEC].
Also set the [Outputs] in the same way, and then close
the window.

Select [Add Track] → [Audio] from the

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[Project] menu.

The Add Audio Track dialog window appears.

Set the “Count” and “Configuration”

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parameters, and then click [Add Track].

The added tracks will appear.

NOTE

You will normally use a stereo track when
recording synthesizers, and a monaural track
when recording vocals or guitars.

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Mixer Basics

Ruler

<Transport panel>

Recording results

Stop

Record

Start

Rewind

Forward

Quick Guide

Preparing to Record

Click in the track list (the area in which the

1

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 Track list

Specify the point at which you want to start

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recording via the ruler at the top of the win­dow for the project.

Click the black area of the ruler to move the project cur­sor (the vertical black line) to that position.

Recording and Playback

Click the Transport panel [Record] button

1

to begin recording.

When recording is started the project cursor will begin
moving to the right and a box that displays the recording
results will be created.

Make sure the [Record Enable] button for

2

the track to be recorded is turned on.

If the [Record Enable] button is off, click it to turn it on.

Play the instrument to be recorded, and

3

adjust the MW mixer’s GAIN control,
LEVEL controls and STEREO master con­trol so that the Clipping indicator never
lights.

<Transport panel>

Inspector

Clipping indicator

Play the part.

2

When you finish recording the track, click

3

the Transport panel [Stop] button.

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.

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Quick Guide

Select [Mixer] from the [Devices] menu to

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open the Mixer window.

The overall playback level will be displayed via the mas­ter 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.

NOTE

The output signal from Cubase AI is routed to
the MW mixer’s 2TR IN inputs. To hear the play­back sound via a pair of headphones plugged
into the MW mixer, set the bus select switch to
TO MONITOR ( ) and adjust the volume with
the 2TR IN/USB control and the MONITOR/
PHONES control.

To save the project select [Save] from

5

the [File] menu and enter a file name
before actually saving the file.

Save your project frequently to insure against losing
large amounts of data if a problem occurs.

Repeat steps 1 through 5 to record further

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material on the same track.

To record additional material on a different

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track, select a new track and repeat the
record procedure.

NOTE

You can monitor the sound being recorded and
a previously recorded sound simultaneously
while recording (MONITOR MIX). Refer to “B
2TR IN/USB” on page 19 for details.

Level meter Bus level meter

Step

In this section we’ll try mixing down multiple recorded audio tracks to stereo, and creating an audio file. Mixes can be stored
as WAV or AIFF files, which can then be recorded to audio CDs.

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2

3

Mixing with Cubase AI

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Launch Cubase AI and open a project file.

Click the [Start] button on the Transport
Panel.

While listening to playback, drag the chan­nel strip level faders up and down to create
the desired initial balance, then adjust the
overall volume using the bus volume fader.

Start with the Featured Part

You can start working on a mix from almost any part, but it
makes the most sense to start with the main instrument or
vocal. Set up an initial level for the main part, and then build
the rest of the mix around it.
For example, if you’re mixing a piano trio with a vocalist,
begin by setting the level of the vocal track at around the
nominal level, and then gradually add the other instruments.
Your choices will also be influenced by the type of music you
are working on. If the song is a ballad you might want to add
the piano to the mix after the vocal, and then add the bass
and drums. If it’s a more rhythmically oriented piece you
could add the bass and drums first, and then the piano.
Whatever best serves the music is right.

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Quick Guide

Drag the pan controls on the top of the

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channel strips left and right to set the ste­reo position of each track.

Pan Effectively

“Panning” creates the illusion of stereo space by changing
the relative levels of each track’s signal sent to the left and
right speakers. If a signal is sent only to the left speaker, the
sound will appear to come from the far left side of the stereo
sound field. If it sent with equal level to both left and right
speakers our ears tell us the sound is located in the center of
the stage. Judicious panning can also help to create cleaner­sounding mixes by spreading the instruments out across the
sound stage so that they don’t “get in each other’s way.”
There are no hard and fast rules, but the bass and kick drum
are usually placed in the center of the mix, as is the lead
instrument or vocal. Other instruments should be evenly bal­anced throughout the sound stage in a well-balanced man­ner.

At this point you can begin to use EQ to

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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. Click
Inserts 1 and select “Reverb - RoomWorks SE”.

Double-click the left locator (starting point)

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and right locator (ending point) of the
Transport panel. Change each highlighted
number, and then specify the position of
the locator.

When the final mix adjustments have

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been made, go to the [File] menu and
select [Export] → [Audio Mixdown].

Enter a file name and select a destina-

8

tion for the file as well as a file type.

If you intend to use the file to create an audio CD, select
the WAV file type (AIFF on Mac OS X), 16 bit, and 44.1
kHz.

Click [Export].

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Progress of the mixdown operation will be shown in a
progress window. When the progress window closes the
mixdown is complete.

NOTE

Audio files created by mixdown can be directly
played back using the Windows Media Player,
or iTunes on a Mac computer.

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NOTE

For further details refer to the pdf manual pro­vided with the Cubase AI software.

It’s a good idea to lower the channel fader a
bit before adding an effect, since the effect

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can cause an increase in the overall channel
level.

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Setup

Reference

Guitar

Bass

Microphone

Synthesizer

CD Player

DI

Recorder

Powered Speakers

Effect Processor

(exciter)

Personal Computer

Foot Switch

(YAMAHA FC5)

Headphones

Powered Monitor

Speakers

Effect Processor

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NOTE

NOTE

Front & Rear Panels

The following applies to both the MW8CX and MW10C. In cases where different features need to be
described for each model, the MW8CX feature will be described first, followed by the MW10C feature
in brackets: MW8CX (MW10C).

Channel Control Section

1 MIC Input Jacks (CHs 1 to 5/6)

These are balanced XLR-type microphone input jacks
(1:Ground; 2:Hot; 3:Cold).

2 LINE Input Jacks (CHs 1, 2)

These are balanced TRS phone-jack line inputs (T:Hot;
R:Cold; S:Ground).
You can connect either balanced or unbalanced phone plugs
to these jacks.

1

Channels

1 and 2

(Monaural)

3/4 and 5/6

1

Channels

(Stereo)

Channels

7/8 (7/8 and 9/10)

(Stereo)

4

2

5

6

7

8

9

0

A

B

3

6

7

9

0

A

B

3

0

A

B

3 LINE Input Jacks (CHs 3/4 to 7/8 (CHs 3/4 to

9/10))

These are unbalanced phone-jack stereo line inputs.

4 LINE Input Jacks (CH 7/8, (CHs 7/8, 9/10))

These are unbalanced stereo RCA pin jacks.

Where an input channel provides both a MIC input
jack and a LINE input jack, or a LINE input jack and
an RCA pin jack, you can use either jack but not both
at the same time. Please connect to only one jack on
each channel.

5 INSERT Jacks (CHs 1, 2)

Each of these jacks provides an insert point between the
equalizer and LEVEL control of the corresponding input
channel (CHs 1, 2). The INSERT jacks are ideal for connect­ing devices such as graphic equalizers, compressors, or noise
filters into the corresponding channels. These are TRS (tip,
ring, sleeve) phone jacks that carry both the send and return
signal (tip = send/out; ring = return/in; sleeve = ground).

Patching external devices via an INSERT jack
requires a special insert cable such as illustrated
below (insert cable sold separately).

To the input jack of the

external processor

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To the INSERT I/O jack

Sleeve (Ground)

Ring: IN

Tip: OUT

The signal output from the INSERT jacks is
reverse-phased. This should not be a problem

CAUTION

when connecting to an effect unit, but please be
aware of the possiblility of phase conflict when
connecting to other types of device. A reversed­phased signal may result in degraded sound
quality or even complete sound cancellation.

Tip: OUT

Tip: IN

To the output jack of

the external processor

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Front & Rear Panels

6 GAIN Control

Adjusts the input signal level.
To achieve the best balance between S/N ratio and dynamic
range, adjust the level so that the PEAK indicator
only occasionally and briefly on the highest input transients.
The -60 to -16 scale is the MIC input adjustment range. The

-34 to +10 scale is the LINE input adjustment range.

7 Switch (High Pass Filter)

This switch toggles the HPF on or off. To turn the HPF on,
press the switch in ( ). The HPF cuts frequencies below
80 Hz (the HPF does not apply to the line inputs of stereo
input channels

34).

8 COMP Control

Adjusts the amount of compression applied to the channel.
As the knob is turned to the right the compression ratio
increases while the output gain is automatically adjusted
accordingly. The result is smoother, more even dynamics
because louder signals are attenuated while the overall level
is boosted.

NOTE

Avoid setting the compression too high, as the higher
average output level that results may lead to feed­back.

9 PEAK Indicator

The peak level of the post-EQ signal is detected, and the
PEAK indicator lights red when the level reaches 3 dB
below clipping. For XLR-equipped stereo input channels (3/
4 and 5/6), both the post-EQ and post-mic-amp peak levels
are detected, and the indicator lights red if either of these
levels reaches 3 dB below clipping.

9 lights

B PAN Control (CHs 1, 2)

PAN/BAL Control (CHs 3/4, 5/6)
BAL Control (CH 7/8 (CHs 7/8, 9/10)

The PAN control determines the stereo positioning of the
channel signal on the Stereo L and R buses.
The BAL control knob sets the balance between left and
right channels. Signals input to the L input (odd channel) go
to the Stereo L bus; signals input to the R input (even chan­nel) go to the Stereo R bus.

On channels where this knob provides both PAN and
BAL control (channels 3/4 and 5/6), the knob oper­ates as a PAN control when input is received via the
MIC jack or L (MONO) input only, and as a BAL con­trol when input is received via both L and R inputs.

C LEVEL Control

Adjusts the level of the channel signal. Use these knobs to
adjust the balance between the various channels.

Set the controls for unused channels all the way
down to minimize noise.

0 Equalizer (HIGH, MID, and LOW)

This three-band equalizer adjusts the channel’s high, mid,
and low frequency bands. CH 7/8 (CHs 7/8, 9/10) have two
bands: high and low. Setting the knob to the ▼ position pro­duces a flat response in the corresponding band. Turning the
knob to the right boosts the corresponding frequency band,
while turning to the left attenuates the band. The following
table shows the EQ type, frequency, and maximum cut/boost
for each of the three bands.

Band Type Frequency

HIGH Shelving 10 kHz

LOW Shelving 100 Hz

Maximum

Cut/Boost

A EFFECT (AUX) Control

Adjusts the level of the signal sent from the channel to the
EFFECT (AUX) bus. Note that the signal level sent to the
bus is also affected by the LEVEL control
channels (CHs 3/4 to 7/8 (CHs 3/4 to 9/10)) the signals
from the L (odd) and R (even) channels are mixed and
then sent to the EFFECT (AUX) bus.

C. On stereo

±15 dBMID Peaking 2.5 kHz

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NOTE

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Master Control Section

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3

4

5

6

7

3 RETURN L (MONO), R Jacks

These are unbalanced phone-jack type line inputs. The signal
received by these jacks is sent to the STEREO L/R bus.
These jacks are typically used to receive the signal returned
from an external effect device (reverb, delay, etc.).

These jacks can also be used as an auxiliary stereo
input. If you connect to the L (MONO) jack only, the
mixer will recognize the signal as monaural and will
send the identical signal to both the L and R jacks.

4 SEND EFFECT (AUX) Jack

This is an impedance balanced* TRS phone jack that outputs
the signal from the EFFECT (AUX) bus. You can use this
jack, for example, to connect to an external effect unit.

5 STEREO OUT (L, R) Jacks

These are impedance balanced* TRS phone jacks that output
the signals adjusted by the STEREO Master control
can use these jacks, for example, to connect to the power
amplifier driving your main speakers.

E. You

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0

A

9

B

C

MW8CX

D

1 2TR IN Jacks

These RCA pin jacks can be used to input a stereo sound
source. Use these jacks when you want to connect a CD
player directly to the mixer.

NOTE

Select where you want to send the signal using the
2TR IN/USB switch B, and adjust the signal level
using the 2TR IN/USB control in the Master Control
section.

2 REC OUT (L, R) Jacks

These RCA pin jacks can be connected to an external
recorder such as an MD recorder in order to record the same
signal that is being output via the STEREO OUT jacks.

NOTE

The mixer’s STEREO Master control has no affect on
the signal output via these jacks. Be sure to make
appropriate level adjustments at the recording
device.

6 MONITOR (L, R) Jacks

These are impedance balanced* TRS phone jacks that output
the signals adjusted by the MONITOR/PHONES control
Connect these jacks to your monitor system.

7 PHONES Jack

Connect a pair of headphones to this TRS phone jack. The
PHONES jack outputs the same signal as the MONITOR
OUT jacks.

8 PHANTOM +48 V Switch

This switch toggles phantom power on and off. When the
switch is on the mixer supplies +48V phantom power to all

channels that have XLR mic input jacks (CHs 1–5/6).
Turn this switch on when using one or more phantom-pow­ered condenser microphones.

When this switch is on the mixer supplies DC +48 V
power to pins 2 and 3 of all XLR-type MIC INPUT
jacks.

• Be sure to leave this switch off ( ) if you do
not need phantom power.

CAUTION

• When turning the switch on ( ), be sure that
only condenser mics are connected to the XLR
input jacks (CHs: 1 to 5/6). Devices other than
condenser mics may be damaged if connected
to the phantom power supply. Note, however,
that the switch may be left on when connecting
to balanced dynamic microphones.

•To avoid damage to speakers, be sure to turn
off amplifiers (or powered speakers) before
turning this switch on or off. We also recom­mend that you turn all output controls (STE­REO Master control, etc.) to their minimum
settings before operating the switch to avoid
the risk of loud noises that could cause hearing
loss or device damage.

C.

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Reference

Playback

signal

Recording

signal

2TR IN/
USB

2TR IN/USB control

STEREO Master control

MONITOR/PHONES controls

STEREO

bus

REC OUT/USB

MONITOR/
PHONES jacks

Front & Rear Panels

9 RETURN Control

Adjusts the level at which the signal received at the
RETURN jacks (L (MONO) and R) is sent to the STEREO
L/R bus.

NOTE

If you supply a signal to the RETURN L (MONO) jack
only, the mixer sends the same signal to both the L
and R Stereo buses.

0 POWER Indicator

This indicator lights when the mixer’s power is ON.

A Level Meter

This LED meter displays the level of the signal sent to the
STEREO OUT jacks, MONITOR jacks and the PHONES
jack. The “0” segment corresponds to the nominal output
level. The PEAK segment lights red when the output reaches
the clipping level.

B 2TR IN/USB

• 2TR IN/USB Switch

If it is set to TO STEREO ( ), the signals input via the
2TR IN jacks and the USB connector are sent to the STE­REO L/R bus. If this switch is set to TO MONITOR ( ),
the signals are sent to the MONITOR OUT jacks, the
PHONES jack, and the level meter. The MONITOR MIX
feature becomes available when it is set to TO MONITOR
().

MONITOR MIX Signal Flow

• 2TR IN/USB control

Adjusts the level of the signal sent from the 2TR IN jacks
and USB connector to the STEREO L/R bus.

C MONITOR/PHONES Control

Controls the level of the signal output to the PHONES jack
and the MONITOR jacks.

D STEREO Master Control

Adjusts the signal level sent to the STEREO OUT jacks.

* Impedance Balanced

Since the hot and cold terminals of impedance bal­anced output jacks have the same impedance, these
outputs are less affected by induced noise.

*: When overdubbing, you can adjust the levels

of the monitor playback signal and the signal being recorded
separately.

Jack List

Input and Output Jacks Polarities Configurations

MIC INPUT

LINE INPUT (stereo channels)
STEREO OUT, MONITOR, EFFECT (AUX)*

INSERT

PHONES

Pin 1: Ground
Pin 2: Hot (+)
Pin 3: Cold (-)

Tip: Hot (+)
Ring: Cold (-)
Sleeve: Ground

Tip: Output
Ring: Input
Sleeve: Ground

Tip: L
Ring: R
Sleeve: Ground

OUTPUTINPUT

XLR Connector

Ring

TipSleeve

TRS Phone Connector

RETURN
LINE INPUT (monaural channels)

* These jacks will also accept connection to monaural phone connectors. If you use monaural plugs, the connection will be unbalanced.

Tip: Hot
Sleeve: Ground

TipSleeve

Phone Connector

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Digital Effect * Only the MW8CX has digital effects.

1 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.

2 PROGRAM Dial

1

2

Selects one of the 16 internal effects. See page 21 for details about the internal
effects.

3 PARAMETER Control

Adjusts the parameter (depth, speed, etc.) for the selected effect.
The last value used with each effect type is saved.

NOTE

When you change to a different effect type, the mixer automatically restores
the value that was previously used with the newly selected effect (regard­less of the current position of the PARAMETER Control knob).
These parameter values are reset when the power is turned off.

4 ON Switch

Switches the internal effect on or off. The internal effect is applied only if this
switch is turned on. The switch lights orange when on.
An optional YAMAHA FC5 foot switch (sold separately) can be used to toggle the
digital effects ON and OFF.

NOTE

The ON switch lights and the internal effect unit is active by default when
the power is initially turned on.

3

5 EFFECT RTN Control

Adjusts the signal level sent from the internal digital effect unit to the STEREO
bus. The EFFECT RTN control does not affect the level of the signal sent to the
SEND EFFECT jack.

4

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Rear Input/Output Section

1 POWER Switch

Use this switch to turn the mixer’s power ON or to
STANDBY mode.

Note that a small current continues to flow while
the switch is in the STANDBY position. If you do

CAUTION

not plan to use the mixer for a while, be sure to
unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet.

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2 AC ADAPTOR IN Connector

Connect the supplied power adaptor to this connector (see
page 6).

3 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

CAUTION

the way down.

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Front & Rear Panels

Digital Effect Program List (Only MW8CX)

No Program Parameter Description

1 REVERB HALL 1 REVERB TIME

2 REVERB HALL 2 REVERB TIME

3 REVERB ROOM 1 REVERB TIME

4 REVERB ROOM 2 REVERB TIME

5 REVERB STAGE 1 REVERB TIME

6 REVERB STAGE 2 REVERB TIME

7 REVERB PLATE REVERB TIME Simulation of a metal-plate reverb unit, producing a more hard-edged sound.

8 DRUM AMBIENCE REVERB TIME A short reverb that is ideal for use with kick drum.

9 KARAOKE ECHO DELAY TIME Echo designed for karaoke (sing-along) applications.

10 VOCAL ECHO DELAY TIME Echo suitable for vocals.

11 CHORUS 1 LFO Frequency Creates a thick sound by modulating the delay time.

12 CHORUS 2 LFO Frequency

13 FLANGER LFO Frequency

14 PHASER LFO Frequency

15 AUTO WAH LFO Frequency

16 DISTORTION DRIVE Adds a sharp-edged distortion to the sound.

* “LFO” stands for Low Frequency Oscillator. An LFO is normally used to modulate another signal, determining the modulation speed and

waveform shape.

Reverb simulating a large space such as a concert hall.

Reverb simulating the acoustics of a small space (room).

Reverb simulating a large stage.

The PARAMETER control adjusts the frequency of the LFO* that modulates the
delay time.

A sweeping pitched effect.
The PARAMETER control adjusts the frequency of the LFO* that modulates the
delay time.

Phase modulation produces a cyclical phasing effect.
The PARAMETER control adjusts the frequency of the LFO* that modulates the
delay time.

A wah-wah effect with cyclical filter modulation.
The PARAMETER control adjusts the frequency of the LFO* that modulates the
delay time.

Mounting to a Microphone Stand

• When using the mixer on a microphone stand,
be sure to set the stand on a level and stable

CAUTION

1

surface. Do not set up the stand in locations
subject to vibrations or wind.

• Note that mixer may be damaged if the stand
should fall over. Attach the connection cables
carefully so that the cables will not catch on the
equipment and cause it to fall. For example:
arrange the cables so that they run parallel with
the microphone pole down to the base of the
stand.

• Leave ample free space around the stand.

Turn the mixer upside-down, and hold the
microphone-stand adaptor (BMS-10A; sold sep­arately) against the bottom of the mixer so that
the screw holes are aligned (q).
Screw the adaptor firmly into place with the two
screws (w).

Turn the mixer right-side up, and mount it onto

2

your microphone stand.

Loosen the angle adjustment wingnut (q),

3

adjust the mixer’s angle as desired (w), and
then tighten the wingnut securely (e).

For more information, refer to the BMS-10A Owner’s Manual.

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Troubleshooting

The MW mixer won’t
turn on.

The system doesn’t
work properly.

The Input ports are
not shown (Win­dows 7/Vista).

No sound.

❑ Is the included adaptor properly plugged into both the mixer and an appropriate AC wall

outlet?

❑ Are the USB cable and all necessary audio cables properly connected?
❑ Are you using a USB hub?

USB hubs can interfere with proper operation, so try connecting the MW mixer directly to a
USB port on the computer. If the computer has multiple USB ports, try a different 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 sound input of your computer operating system assigned properly?

1. From the [START] menu click [Control Panel], then double-click the “Sound” icon to
open the “Sound” dialog window.

2. Click the “Recording” tab, right-click the “USB Audio CODEC” icon and select “Proper­ties.”

3. Click the “Advanced” tab, then select “2 channel, 16 bit, 44100 Hz (CD Quality)” or “2
channel, 16 bit, 48000 Hz (DVD Quality)” in the “Default Format” field.

❑ Are your speaker cables connected properly, or are they shorted?
❑ Are the volume controls of your sources, audio devices, applications software, computer

operating system, etc., set at appropriate levels?

❑ Is the output of your computer operating system muted?
❑ Do you have several applications running at the same time?

Be sure to quit all applications you are not using.

❑ Is the sound output of your computer operating system assigned properly?

Windows 7/Vista:

1. From the [START] menu click [Control Panel], then double-click the “Sound” icon to
open the “Sound” dialog window.

2. Click the “Playback” tab and check whether the “USB Audio CODEC” icon is checked.
If not, right-click the “USB Audio CODEC” icon and select “Set as Default Device.”

3. Click the [Recording] tab and check whether the “USB Audio CODEC” icon is checked.
If not, right-click the “USB Audio CODEC” icon and select “Set as Default Device.”

Windows XP:

1. From the [START] menu click [Control Panel], then double-click the “Sounds and Audio
Devices” icon to open the “Sounds and Audio Devices Properties” dialog window.

2. Click the “Audio” tab.

3. Set “Sound playback: Default device” and “Sound recording: Default device” to “USB
Audio CODEC.”

4. Click [OK].

Mac:

1. Select “System Preferences ...” from the Apple menu and then select “Sound” to open
the “Sound” dialog window.

2. Click the “Input” tab and under “Choose a device for sound input” select “USB Audio
CODEC”.

3. Click the “Output” tab and under “Choose a device for sound output” select “USB Audio
CODEC”.

❑ Is the sound output of the Cubase AI application assigned properly?

For setup details refer to page 7 of the Quick Guide.

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Troubleshooting

The recorded sound
is too low in level.

❑ Is the computer’s output level setting too low?

We recommend that you set the computer output to the maximum level and mute the com­puter’s internal speaker.

Windows 7/Vista:

1. From the [START] menu click [Control Panel], then double-click the “Sound” icon to
open the “Sound” dialog window.

2. Click the “Playback” tab, right-click the “USB Audio CODEC” icon and select “Proper­ties”.

3. Click the “Levels” tab, then set the volume slider to its maximum level.
Close the “Properties” dialog window.

4. Click the “Sounds” tab in the “Sound” dialog window, then select “No sounds” in the
“Sound Scheme.”

Windows XP:

1. From the [START] menu click [Control Panel], then double-click the “Sounds and Audio
Devices” icon to open the “Sounds and Audio Devices Properties” dialog window.

2. Click the “Volume” tab.

3. Set “Device volume” to “High.”

4. Click the “Sound” tab.

5. Select “No sound” in the “Sound scheme.”

Mac:

1. Select [System Preferences ...] from the Apple menu and then select “Sound” to open
the “Sound” dialog window.

2. Click the “Output” tab and set the volume slider at the bottom of the window to its maxi­mum level.

3. Click the “Sound Effect” tab and set the volume slider of the “Alert volume” slider to its
minimum level.

❑ Have you connected or disconnected the USB cable while Cubase AI is running?

Doing so can sometimes cause the Windows output level to be reset to its default level.
Check and raise the output level if necessary.

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Troubleshooting

The sound is inter­mittent or distorted.

❑ Is the PEAK indicator flashing red?

You might have to lower GAIN control or LEVEL control levels to avoid distortion.

❑ Are you applying the effects and compressor at an appropriate level?

You might have to lower EFFECT RTN control and COMP control levels.

❑ Are any other applications, device drivers, or USB devices (scanners, printers, etc.) run-

ning at the same time?
Be sure to quit all applications you are not using.

❑ Are you playing back a large number of audio tracks?

The number of tracks you can play at the same time will depend on the performance of the
computer you are using. You may experience intermittent playback if you exceed your
computer’s capabilities.

❑ Are you recording or playing long continuous sections of audio?

The audio data processing capabilities of your computer will depend on a number of fac­tors including CPU speed and access to external devices.

On Windows XP computers, changing some settings as outlined below can improve perfor­mance.

1. Click [Control Panel] from the [START] menu, and double-click the “Sounds and Audio
Devices” icon to open the “Sounds and Audio Devices Properties” dialog window.

2. Click the “Volume” tab and click “Advanced” in “Speaker settings.” The “Advanced
Audio Properties” dialog window will open.

3. Click the “Performance” tab. Set “Hardware acceleration” to “Full”, and “Sample rate
conversion quality” to “Good.”

Don’t change these settings if you are not familiar with your computer’s operating system.
Check that the file system is set properly, and make sure that you have a plenty of free

memory (more than 128 megabytes). If the audio files you are recording or playing are not
too large, changing the virtual memory settings can sometimes improve audio perfor­mance.

In some cases it might be necessary to update your hard disk controller, device drivers, or
BIOS. Refer to your computer’s support center or support page on the web for more infor­mation.

❑ Try adding memory.

Adding more RAM memory can significantly increase your computer’s audio performance.
Refer to your computer’s owner’s manual for information on installing and setting up extra
memory.

There is a delay
when playing a soft­ware synthesizer via
a MIDI keyboard
(latency).

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❑ Check the URL listed below for the latest information.

<http://www.yamahasynth.com/>

Reference

Specifications

■ Electrical Specifications

MIN TYP MAX UNIT

Frequency Response STEREO OUT GAIN: min (CHs 1–5/6)

EFFECT SEND

(AUX SEND*)

MONITOR OUT, REC OUT -3.0 1.0

Total Harmonic Distor­tion (THD + N)

Hum & Noise

Hum & Noise are mea­sured with a 6 dB/
octave filter @12.7
kHz; equivalent to a 20
kHz filter with infinite
dB/octave attenuation.

Crosstalk (1 kHz) Adjacent Input CH1, 2 -70

Maximum Voltage Gain
(1 kHz)

All level controls are
maximum when mea­sured
PAN/BAL: panned
hard left or hard right.

Phantom Voltage MIC no load 48 V

Input: CH INPUT 1, 2 MIC EIN (Equivalent Input Noise): Rs = 150 Ω, GAIN: maximum

INPUT GAIN: maximum

STEREO OUT +14 dBu, 20 Hz–20 kHz, Input Gain Control at minimum

STEREO OUT STEREO Master control at nominal level and all CH Level con-

EFFECT SEND

(AUX SEND*)

STEREO OUT STEREO Master control and one CH level control at nominal

STEREO OUT Residual Output Noise -100

Input to Output STEREO L/R, CH 1, 2, PAN: panned hard left or right -70

Rs = 150 Ω

Rs = 150 Ω RETURN to STEREO OUT 12
Rs = 600 Ω 2TR IN to STEREO OUT 23.8

20 Hz–20 kHz
Nominal output level @1 kHz

(CH1, 2)

trol at minimum.
All CH EFFECT (AUX*) controls at minimum.

level (CH1, 2)

MIC to CH INSERT OUT 60
MIC to STEREO OUT 76
MIC to REC OUT 58.2
MIC to MONITOR OUT 92
MIC to PHONES OUT 81
MIC to EFFECT SEND (AUX SEND*) 76
LINE to STEREO OUT 50
LINE to EFFECT SEND (AUX SEND*) 47
ST CH 7/8, (CHs 7/8, 9/10*) to STEREO OUT 26

-3.0 1.0

-3.0 1.0

0.1 %

-128

-87

-85

-64

dB

dBu

dB

dB

■ General Specifications

USB Audio Input/Output: 44.1/48 kHz
Input HPF CHs 1–5/6, 80 Hz, 12 dB/oct
Input Equalization

Tu rn over/roll-off frequency
of shelving: 3 dB below
maximum variable level.

CH 7/8 (CHs 7/8, 9/10*) HIGH: 10 kHz (shelving)

±15 dB maximum

PEAK Indicator Red LED turns on when post EQ signal (either post MIC HA or post EQ signal for

Internal Digital Effect
(Only MW8CX)

LED Level Meter Pre MONITOR Level 2x7 points LED meter (PEAK, +6, +3, 0, -5, -10, -20 dB)

Power Supply Adaptor PA-10 AC 38 VCT, 0.62 A, Cable Length = 3.6 m
Power Consumption 21 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 256.6 mm x 62.2 mm x 302.5 mm
Net Weight 1.7 kg (MW8CX), 1.6 kg (MW10C)

All level controls are nominal if not specified.
Output impedance of signal generator: 150 ohms

* The MW8CX feature is described first, followed by the MW10C feature in brackets: MW8CX (MW10C)

CHs 1–5/6 HIGH: 10 kHz (shelving)

MID: 2.5 kHz (peaking)
LOW: 100 Hz (shelving)

LOW: 100 Hz (shelving)

CHs 3/4, 5/6) reaches -3 dB below clipping (+17 dBu).
16 PROGRAM, PARAMETER control

Foot Switch (Digital Effect On/Off)

PEAK lights if the signal level reaches 3 dB below the clipping level.

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Specifications

■ Analog Input Specifications

Input Connectors Gain

CH INPUT MIC
(CHs 1, 2)

CH INPUT LINE
(CHs 1, 2)

ST CH MIC INPUT
(CHs 3/4, 5/6)

ST CH LINE
INPUT
(CHs 3/4, 5/6)

ST CH INPUT
(CH 7/8 (CHs 7/8,
9/10)*)

CH INSERT IN
(CHs 1, 2)

RETURN (L, R) — 10 kΩ

2TR IN (L, R) — 10 kΩ

Where 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms and 0 dBV= 1 Vrms

-60 dB

-16 dB

-34 dB

+10 dB

-60 dB

-16 dB

-34 dB

+10 dB

— 10 kΩ

— 10 kΩ

Input

Impedance

3 kΩ

10 kΩ

3 kΩ

10 kΩ

Appropriate

Impedance

50–600 Ω

Mics

600 Ω

Lines

50–600 Ω

Mics

600 Ω

Lines

600 Ω

Lines

600 Ω

Lines

600 Ω

Lines

600 Ω

Lines

Sensitivity **

-72 dBu

(0.195 mV)

-28 dBu

(30.8 mV)

-46 dBu

(3.88 mV)

- 2 dBu

(0.615 V)

-72 dBu

(0.195 mV)

-28 dBu

(30.8 mV)

-46 dBu

(3.88 mV)

- 2 dBu

(0.615 V)

-22 dBu

(61.5 mV)

-12 dBu

(195 mV)

- 8 dBu

(308 mV)

-22 dBV

(79.4 mV)

Nominal

Level

-60 dBu

(0.775 mV)

-16 dBu

(123 mV)

-34 dBu

(15.5 mV)

+10 dBu

(2.45 V)

-60 dBu

(0.775 mV)

-16 dBu

(123 mV)

-34 dBu

(15.5 mV)

+10 dBu

(2.45 V)

-10 dBu

(245 mV)

0 dBu

(0.775 V)

+4 dBu

(1.23 V)

-10 dBV

(0.316 V)

Max. before

Clipping

-40 dBu

(7.75 mV)

+4 dBu
(1.23V)

-14 dBu

(155 mV)

+30 dBu

(24.5 V)

-40 dBu

(7.75 mV)

-6 dBu

(389 mV)

-14 dBu

(155 mV)

+30 dBu

(24.5V)

+10 dBu

(2.45 V)

+20 dBu

(7.75 V)

+24 dBu

(12.3 V)

+10 dBV

(3.16 V)

Connector

Specifications

XLR-3-31 type (balanced [1 = GND, 2
= HOT, 3 = COLD])

TRS phone jack (balanced [Tip =
HOT, Ring = COLD, Sleeve = GND])

XLR-3-31 type (balanced [1 = GND, 2
= HOT, 3 = COLD])

Phone jack (unbalanced)

Phone jack (unbalanced)
RCA pin jack

TRS phone jack (unbalanced [Tip =
Out, Ring = In, Sleeve = GND])

Phone jack (unbalanced)

RCA pin jack

** Sensitivity : The lowest level that will produce an output of +4 dB (1.23 V), or the nominal output level when the unit is set to

the maximum level. (All level controls are at their maximum position.)

■ Analog Output Specifications

Output Connectors

STEREO OUT (L, R) 150 Ω 10 kΩ Lines +4 dBu (1.23 V) +20 dBu (7.75 V)

EFFECT SEND
(AUX SEND*)

CH INSERT OUT
(CHs 1, 2)

REC OUT (L, R) 600 Ω 10 kΩ Lines -10 dBV (0.316 V) +10 dBV (3.16 V) RCA Pin jack

MONITOR OUT (L, R) 150 Ω 10 kΩ Lines +4 dBu (1.23 V) +20 dBu (7.75 V)

PHONES OUT 100 Ω 40 Ω Phones 3 mW 75 mW TRS phone jack

Where 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms and 0 dBV= 1 Vrms

* The MW8CX feature is described first, followed by the MW10C feature in brackets: MW8CX (MW10C)

Output

Impedance

150 Ω 10 kΩ Lines +4 dBu (1.23 V) +20 dBu (7.75 V)

75 Ω 10 kΩ Lines 0 dBu (0.775 V) +20 dBu (7.75 V)

Appropriate

Impedance

Nominal Level

Max. before

clipping

Connector Specifications

TRS phone jack (impedance balanced
[Tip = HOT, Ring = COLD, Sleeve = GND])

TRS phone jack (impedance balanced
[Tip = HOT, Ring = COLD, Sleeve = GND])

TRS phone jack (unbalanced [Tip = OUT,
Ring = IN, Sleeve = GND])

TRS phone jack (impedance balanced
[Tip = HOT, Ring = COLD, Sleeve = GND])

■ Digital Input/Output Specifications

Connector Format Data Length Connector Specification

USB USB Audio 1.1 16 bit USB B type

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■ Dimensional Diagrams

Reference

Specifications

256.6

302.5

62.2

55.2

2

300

MW8CX

Unit: mm

* 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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Specifications

■ Block Diagram and Level Diagram

[+4dBu]

STEREO OUT

L

[+4dBu]

BA

[-6dBu]

STEREO

[0dBu]

SUM

STEREO R

STEREO L

EFFECT/AUX

[0dBu]

PAN

CH LEVEL

RE

PEAK

+48V

RE

PHANTOM

[0dBu]

BA

[-6dBu]

[0dBu]

3-Stage EQ

COMP

[-6dBu]

HIGH

MID

LOW

TH+GAIN

80

R

L

BA

SUM

[0dBu]

EFFECT (MW8CX)

AUX (MW10C)

ST CH LEVEL

RE

PEAK

[0dBu]

[-10dBV]

REC OUT

[0dBu]

BA

[-6dBu]

[0dBu]

3-Stage EQ

HA

[-7.8dBu]

R

BAL/PAN

BA

HIGH

MID

LOW

GAIN Trim

LED METER

[-14dBu]

[6 to 50dB]

STEREO L

DR

EFFECT (MW8CX)

AUX (MW10C)

ST CH LEVEL

3-Stage EQ

HA

STEREO R

DR

BAL

[0dBu] [0dBu]

BA

[-6dBu]

[0dBu]

HIGH

LOW

2-Stage EQ

[0dBu]

HA

[-16dBu]

MONITOR/PHONES

+

BA

2-Stage EQ

HA

BA

[0dBu]

SUM

-

[-14dBu]

L

[-6dBu]

[+4dBu]

MONITOR OUT

R

BA

SUM

+

-

EFFECT (MW8CX)

AUX (MW10C)

[-6dBu]

RETURN

[0dBu]

INV

[3mW @ 40ohms]

PHONES

TO STEREO/TO MONITOR

INV

EFFECT SEND (MW8CX)

AUX SEND (MW10C)

[+4dBu]

[+4dBu]

only MW8CX

BA

[0dBu]

SUM

[-6dBu]

2TR IN

[0dBu]

SUM

SUM

[-6dBu]

LO

USB

D-D+GND

LIN

LPF

[0dBu]

DIGITAL

(1–16)

PROGRAM

USB

AUDIO

RIN

LPF

RO

EFFECT

(DSP)

Vbus

(Bus Powered)

LO

RO

LPF

[0dBu]

MONITOR MIX

EFFECT RETURN

IN

ON

PARAMETER

0dBu

-20dBu

-10dBu

-40dBu

-30dBu

-60dBu

PHONES

[3mW @ 40ohms]

MONITOR PHONES

[Nominal:-16dB]

[-10dBV]

[-7.8dBu]

REC OUT

ST

[Nominal:-6dB]

ST CH EFFECT/AUX SEND

[+1dBu]

ST CH EFFECT/AUX

[Nominal:-6dB]

2TR IN

RETURN

[Nominal:-6dB]

[-10dBV]

[-7.8dBu]

2TR IN

CH Level

ST CH Level

[Nominal:-6dB]

ST CH IN [-10dBu]

-50dBu

+20dBu

+30dBu

+10dBu

[+4dBu]

MONITOR OUT

LPF

YE

Clip Level Clip Level Clip Level

CH EFFECT AUX [Nominal:-6dB]

Clip Level

ST OUT [+4dBu]

EFFECT/AUX SEND [+4dBu]

RETURN [+4dBu]

only MW8CX

94

HPF

[0dBu]

HA

MIC

[-60 to -16dBu]

GAIN Trim

[16 to 60dB]

LINE

[-34 to +10dBu]

(CH1–2)

CH INPUT

INSERT

I/O

[0dBu]

80

[-34 to +10dBu]

HA

MIC

HPF

LINE L/MONO

[-60 to -16dBu]

(CH3/4, 5/6)

ST CH INPUT

[-34 to +10dBu]

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[-34 to +10dBu]

LINE R

L

ST CH INPUT

(CH7/8)

(CH9/10) (only MW10C)

[-10dBu]

ST CH LINE IN

Gain:Min [+10dBu]

ST CH MIC IN

Gain:Min [-16dBu]

ST CH LINE IN

Gain:Max [-34dBu]

ST CH MIC IN

Gain:Max [-60dBu]

R

R

R

L

Clip Level Clip Level Clip Level

L/MONO

[+4dBu]

RETURN

[-10dBV]

2TR IN

[-7.8dBu]

FOOT SW

EFFECT ON/OFF

CH IN LINE

Gain:Min [+10dBu]

+20dBu

+30dBu

0dBu

+10dBu

CH IN MIC

Gain:Min [-16dBu]

-10dBu

CH IN LINE Gain:Max [-34dBu]

CH IN MIC

Gain:Max [-60dBu]

-20dBu

-40dBu

-30dBu

-60dBu

-50dBu

About the accessory disk

NOTE

SPECIAL NOTICE

• The software included in the accessory disk and the
copyrights thereof are under exclusive ownership by
Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.

• 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.

• This disk is NOT for audio/visual purpose. Do not
attempt to play the disk on an audio/visual CD/DVD
player. Doing so may result in irreparable damage to
your player.

• Note that Yamaha does not offer technical support for
the DAW software in the accessory disk.

About the DAW software in the accessory
disk

The accessory disk contains DAW software both for Win­dows and Mac.

• Make sure to install DAW software under the “Adminis­trator” account.

• In order to have continuous use of the DAW software in
the accessory disk, including support and other bene­fits, you will need to register the software and activate
your software license by starting the software while the
computer is connected to the Internet. Click the “Regis­ter Now” button shown when the software is started,
then fill in all required fields for registration. If you do not
register the software, you will be unable to use it after a
limited period of time expires.

•To install on Mac computers double-click the “Cubase
AI*.mpkg” icon or the “Cubase AI* Start Center” icon.
“*” indicates where the version number appears in the
actual icon name.

For information about the minimum system requirements
and latest information on the software in the disk, check
the web site below.
<http://www.yamahasynth.com/>

About software support

Support for the DAW software in the accessory disk is pro­vided by Steinberg on its website at the following address.
http://www.steinberg.net

You can visit the Steinberg site also via the Help menu of
the included DAW software. (The Help menu also includes
the PDF manual and other information on the software.)

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Über die Zubehör-Disc

BESONDERER HINWEIS

• Die in der Zubehör-Disk enthaltene Software und deren
Urheberrechte sind im alleinigen Besitz der Steinberg
Media Technologies GmbH.

• Das Kopieren der Software und die Vervielfältigung dieses
Handbuchs als Ganzes oder in Teilen sind nur mit aus­drücklicher schriftlicher Genehmigung des Herstellers
erlaubt.

•Yamaha übernimmt keinerlei Garantie hinsichtlich der Nut­zung dieser Software und der dazugehörigen Dokumenta­tion und kann nicht für die Folgen der Nutzung von
Handbuch und Software verantwortlich gemacht werden.

• Diese Disc dient NICHT audiovisuellen Zwecken. Spielen
Sie diese Disc nicht in einem CD-/DVD-Player ab. Anderen­falls können schwere Schäden am Player entstehen.

• Beachten Sie, dass Yamaha keine technische Unterstüt­zung für die auf der Zubehör-Disc enthaltene DAW-Software
gewährt.

Über die DAW-Software auf der Zubehör­Disc

Die Zubehör-Disc enthält DAW-Software sowohl für Windows
als auch für Mac.

HINWEIS

Für Informationen über die minimalen Systemanforderungen
und die neuesten Informationen zu der auf der Disc befindli­chen Software besuchen Sie folgende Website.
<http://www.yamahasynth.com/>

• Achten Sie darauf, die DAW-Software im „Administra­tor“-Account zu installieren.

• Um den fortwährenden Betrieb der DAW-Software auf
der Zubehör-Disk einschließlich Support und anderer
Vor teile zu gewährleisten, müssen Sie die Software
registrieren und Ihre Software-Lizenz aktivieren, indem
Sie die Software auf dem Computer starten, während
dieser mit dem Internet verbunden ist. Klicken Sie auf
die Schaltfläche „Jetzt registrieren“, die beim Starten
der Software angezeigt wird, und füllen Sie dann alle für
die Registrierung erforderlichen Felder aus. Wenn Sie
die Software nicht registrieren, können Sie sie nach
Ablauf einer gewissen Zeitdauer nicht mehr nutzen.

• Doppelklicken Sie zur Installation auf einem Mac-Com­puter auf das Symbol „Cubase AI*.mpkg“ oder „Cubase
AI* Start Center“.
„ * “ gibt die Stelle an, an der im tatsächlichen Symbol­namen die Versionsnummer angezeigt wird.

Über die Software-Unterstützung

Unterstützung der DAW-Software auf der Zubehör-Disc wird
von Steinberg auf deren Website unter der folgenden Adresse
gewährt.
http://www.steinberg.net

Sie können die Steinberg-Website auch über das Hilfemenü
(Help) der enthaltenen DAW-Software erreichen. (Im Hilfe­menü finden Sie auch die PDF-Anleitung und weitere Informa­tionen zur Software.)

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A propos du disque accessoire

NOTE

AVIS SPECIAL

• Les logiciels fournis sur le disque accessoire et leurs copy­rights sont la propriété exclusive de Steinberg Media Tech­nologies GmbH.

•Toute copie du logiciel ou de ce mode d’emploi en tout ou
en partie, par quelque moyen que ce soit, est expressément
interdite sans le consentement écrit du fabricant.

•Yamaha n’offre aucune garantie quant à l’usage des logi­ciels ou de la documentation et ne peut être tenu pour res­ponsable des résultats de l’usage de ce mode d’emploi et
des logiciels.

• Ce disque n’est PAS un support audio/vidéo. N’essayez pas
de le lire avec un lecteur de CD/DVD audio/vidéo. Vous ris­queriez en effet d’endommager irrémédiablement ce der­nier.

•Veuillez noter que Yamaha n’offre aucun support technique
pour les logiciels DAW présents sur le disque accessoire.

A propos des logiciels DAW contenus sur
le disque accessoire

Le disque accessoire contient des logiciels DAW pour Win­dows et Mac.

• Prenez soin d’installer le logiciel DAW avec le compte
« Administrateur ».

•Pour bénéficier d’un usage ininterrompu des logiciels
DAW contenus sur le disque accessoire ainsi que du
support et d’autres avantages, vous devez obligatoire­ment enregistrer le logiciel et activer votre licence de
logiciel en démarrant l’application sur un ordinateur con­necté à Internet. Cliquez sur la touche « Enregistrer
maintenant » qui apparaît au démarrage du logiciel, puis
renseignez tous les autres champs requis pour l’enre­gistrement. Si vous n’enregistrez pas le produit, vous ne
pourrez plus exécuter l’application l’expiration d’un délai
spécifique.

•Pour procéder à l’installation sur un ordinateur Mac, dou­ble-cliquez sur l’icône « Cubase AI*.mpkg » ou « Cubase
AI* Start Center ».
« * » correspond au numéro de version dans le nom de
l’icône.

Pour plus d’informations sur la configuration système minimale
requise et les dernières informations sur les logiciels contenus
sur le disque, consultez le site web
ci-dessous.
<http://www.yamahasynth.com/>

A propos du support logiciel

Un support pour les logiciels DAW présents sur le disque
accessoire est fourni sur le site web de Steinberg à l’adresse
suivante.
http://www.steinberg.net

Vous pouvez en outre accéder au site de Steinberg via le
menu Help des logiciels DAW fournis. (Le menu Help contient
également le manuel PDF et d’autres informations sur les logi­ciels.)

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Acerca del disco complementario

NOTA

AVISO ESPECIAL

• El software que se incluye en el disco complementario y los
derechos de copyright correspondientes al mismo son pro­piedad exclusiva de Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.

• Está terminantemente prohibida la copia del software o la
reproducción total o parcial de este manual por cualquier
medio sin la autorización por escrito del fabricante.

•Yamaha no ofrece garantía o declaración alguna en relación
con el uso del software y de la documentación, y no se res­ponsabiliza de los resultados del uso de este manual ni del
software.

• Este disco NO está pensado para una reproducción audio/
visual. No intente reproducirlo en un reproductor de CD/
DVD audio/visual, ya que se podrían causar daños irrepara­bles en el reproductor.

•Tenga presente que Yamaha no ofrece asistencia técnica
para el software DAW incluido en el disco complementario.

Acerca del software DAW incluido en el
disco complementario

El disco complementario contiene software DAW para Win­dows y Mac.

• Asegúrese de que instala el software DAW con la
cuenta de administrador.

•Para usar de forma continua el software DAW del disco
complementario, incluida asistencia técnica y otras ven­tajas, deberá registrarlo y activar su licencia iniciándolo
con el ordenador conectado a Internet. Haga clic en el
botón “Register Now” (registrar ahora) que aparece
cuando se inicia el software, luego rellene todos los
campos requeridos para el registro. Si no registra el
software, no podr usarlo después de un periodo limitado
de tiempo.

•Para la instalación en equipos Mac, haga doble clic en
el icono “Cubase AI*.mpkg” o en el icono “Cubase AI*
Start Center”.
“ * ” indica el lugar donde aparece el número de versión
en el nombre del icono.

Para obtener detalles acerca de los requisitos mínimos del
sistema y la información más reciente sobre el software
incluido en el disco, visite el siguiente sitio Web.
<http://www.yamahasynth.com/>

Acerca de la asistencia para el software

La asistencia para el software DAW incluido en el disco com­plementario la presta Steinberg en su sitio Web en la dirección
siguiente.
http://www.steinberg.net

También puede visitar el sitio de Steinberg desde el menú
Ayuda del software DAW incluido. (El menú Ayuda también
incluye el manual en formato PDF y otra información sobre el
software.)

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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.

Die Einzelheiten zu Produkten sind bei Ihrer unten aufgeführten
Niederlassung und bei Yamaha Vertragshändlern in den jeweiligen
Bestimmungsländern erhältlich.

Para detalles sobre productos, contacte su tienda Yamaha más cercana
o el distribuidor autorizado que se lista debajo.

NORTH AMERICA

CANADA

Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.

135 Milner Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario,
M1S 3R1, Canada
Tel: [phone]

U.S.A.

Yamaha Corporation of America

6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620,
U.S.A.
Tel: [phone]

CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA

MEXICO

Yamaha de México S.A. de C.V.

Calz. Javier Rojo Gómez #1149,
Col. Guadalupe del Moral
C.P. 09300, México, D.F., México
Tel: [phone]

BRAZIL

Yamaha Musical do Brasil Ltda.

Rua Joaquim Floriano, 913 - 4' andar, Itaim Bibi,
CEP 04534-013 Sao Paulo, SP. BRAZIL
Tel: [phone]

ARGENTINA

Yamaha Music Latin America, S.A.
Sucursal de Argentina

Olga Cossettini 1553, Piso 4 Norte
Madero Este-C1107CEK
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel: [phone]

PAN AMA AND OTHER LATIN
AMERICAN COUNTRIES/
CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Latin America, S.A.

Torre Banco General, Piso 7, Urbanización Marbella,

Calle 47 y Aquilino de la Guardia,
Ciudad de Panamá, Panamá
Tel: [phone]

EUROPE

THE UNITED KINGDOM/IRELAND

Yamaha Music U.K. Ltd.

Sherbourne Drive, Tilbrook, Milton Keynes,
MK7 8BL, England
Tel: [phone]

GERMANY

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany
Tel: [phone]

SWITZERLAND/LIECHTENSTEIN

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH
Branch Switzerland in Zürich

Seefeldstrasse 94, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland
Tel: [phone]

AUSTRIA

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Branch Austria

Schleiergasse 20, A-1100 Wien, Austria
Tel: [phone]

CZECH REPUBLIC/SLOVAKIA/
HUNGARY/SLOVENIA

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH Branch Austria

Schleiergasse 20, A-1100 Wien, Austria
Tel: [phone]

POLAND/LITHUANIA/LATVIA/ESTONIA

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH
Branch Sp.z o.o. Oddzial w Polsce

ul. 17 Stycznia 56, PL-02-146 Warszawa, Poland
Tel: [phone]

THE NETHERLANDS/
BELGIUM/LUXEMBOURG

Yamaha Music Europe Branch Benelux

Clarissenhof 5-b, 4133 AB Vianen, The Netherlands
Tel: [phone]

FRANCE

Yamaha Musique France

BP 70-77312 Marne-la-Vallée Cedex 2, France
Tel: [phone]

ITALY

Yamaha Musica Italia S.P.A.
Combo Division

Viale Italia 88, 20020 Lainate (Milano), Italy
Tel: [phone]

SPAIN/PORTUGAL

Yamaha Música Ibérica, S.A.

Ctra. de la Coruna km. 17, 200, 28230
Las Rozas (Madrid), Spain
Tel: [phone]

GREECE

Philippos Nakas S.A. The Music House

147 Skiathou Street, 112-55 Athens, Greece
Tel: [phone]

SWEDEN

Yamaha Scandinavia AB

J. A. Wettergrens Gata 1, Box 30053
S-400 43 Göteborg, Sweden
Tel: [phone]

DENMARK

YS Copenhagen Liaison Office

Generatorvej 6A, DK-2730 Herlev, Denmark
Tel: [phone]

FINLAND

F-Musiikki Oy

Kluuvikatu 6, P.O. Box 260,
SF-00101 Helsinki, Finland
Tel: [phone]

NORWAY

Norsk filial av Yamaha Scandinavia AB

Grini Næringspark 1, N-1345 Østerås, Norway
Tel: [phone]

ICELAND

Skifan HF

Skeifan 17 P.O. Box 8120, IS-128 Reykjavik, Iceland
Tel: [phone]

RUSSIA

Yamaha Music (Russia)

Room 37, bld. 7, Kievskaya street, Moscow,
121059, Russia
Tel: [phone]

OTHER EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany
Tel: [phone]

AFRICA

Yamaha Corporation,
Asia-Pacific Sales & Marketing Group

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu,
Japan 430-8650
Tel: [phone]

MIDDLE EAST

TURKEY/CYPRUS

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen, Germany
Tel: [phone]

OTHER COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Gulf FZE

LOB 16-513, P.O.Box 17328, Jubel Ali,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tel: [phone]

ASIA

THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA

Yamaha Music & Electronics (China) Co.,Ltd.

2F, Yunhedasha, 1818 Xinzha-lu, Jingan-qu,
Shanghai, China
Tel: [phone]

HONG KONG

Tom Lee Music Co., Ltd.

11/F., Silvercord Tower 1, 30 Canton Road,
Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: [phone]

INDIA

Yamaha Music India Pvt. Ltd.

5F Ambience Corporate Tower Ambience Mall Complex
Ambience Island, NH-8, Gurgaon-122001, Haryana, India

Tel: [phone]

INDONESIA

PT. Yamaha Musik Indonesia (Distributor)
PT. Nusantik

Gedung Yamaha Music Center, Jalan Jend. Gatot
Subroto Kav. 4, Jakarta 12930, Indonesia
Tel: [phone]

KOREA

Yamaha Music Korea Ltd.

8F, 9F, Dongsung Bldg. 158-9 Samsung-Dong,
Kangnam-Gu, Seoul, Korea
Tel: [phone]

MALAYSIA

Yamaha Music (Malaysia) Sdn., Bhd.

Lot 8, Jalan Perbandaran, 47301 Kelana Jaya,
Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Tel: [phone]

PHILIPPINES

Yupangco Music Corporation

339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue, P.O. Box 885 MCPO,
Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines
Tel: [phone]

SINGAPORE

Yamaha Music (Asia) Pte., Ltd.

#03-11 A-Z Building
140 Paya Lebor Road, Singapore 409015
Tel: [phone]

TAIWAN

Yamaha KHS Music Co., Ltd.

3F, #6, Sec.2, Nan Jing E. Rd. Taipei.
Taiwan 104, R.O.C.
Tel: [phone]

THAILAND

Siam Music Yamaha Co., Ltd.

4, 6, 15 and 16
891/1 Rama 1 Road, Wangmai,
Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Tel: [phone]

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floor, Siam Motors Building,

OTHER ASIAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Corporation,
Asia-Pacific Sales & Marketing Group

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu,
Japan 430-8650
Tel: [phone]

OCEANIA

AUSTRALIA

Yamaha Music Australia Pty. Ltd.

Level 1, 99 Queensbridge Street, Southbank,
Victoria 3006, Australia
Tel: [phone]

NEW ZEALAND

Music Works LTD

P.O.BOX 6246 Wellesley, Auckland 4680,
New Zealand
Tel: [phone]

COUNTRIES AND TRUST
TERRITORIES IN PACIFIC OCEAN

Yamaha Corporation,
Asia-Pacific Sales & Marketing Group

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu,
Japan 430-8650
Tel: [phone]

SY55

HEAD OFFICE

Yamaha Corporation, Digital Musical Instruments Division

Nakazawa-cho 10-1, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu, Japan 430-8650
Tel: [phone]

Yamaha Web Site (English only)

http://www.yamahasynth.com/

Yamaha Manual Library

http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/

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