Yamaha Audio mLAN8P User Manual

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Owner’s manual

Bedienungsanleitung

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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 LOCA TION:

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

92-BP (bottom)

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL

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PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

* Please keep these precautions 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:

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

CAUTION

to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power switch,
disconnect the adaptor plug from the outlet, and have the
instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

• Use the specified adaptor (PA-5C or an equivalent
recommended by Yamaha) only. Using the wrong adaptor
can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.

• Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the electric
plug from the outlet. Never insert or remove an electric plug
with wet hands.

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

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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:

• 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.

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

• 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.

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

• 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.

• 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 near other electrical products such
as televisions, radios, or speakers, since this might cause
interference which can affect proper operation of the other
products.

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

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

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

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SAVING USER DATA

• Save all data to your computer using the included application
software, in order to help prevent the loss of important data
due to a malfunction or user operating error.

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

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

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha mLAN8P. The mLAN8P is an interface unit that supports
“mLAN,” a digital network for music which employs a high-performance serial bus “IEEE1394.”
The mLAN8P enables you to configure audio and MIDI signal networks easily now without
repeatedly re-making complicated connections.
You can quickly configure a system that contains currently-used audio and MIDI devices and
future devices that support “IEEE1394” or “mLAN.” In addition, the mixer function of the
mLAN8P is very useful in music production applications.
Please read this manual to make the best use of mLAN8P’s excellent features, and keep the

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manual in a safe place so that you can refer to it any time you have questions.

Package Contents

• mLAN8P unit

• PA-5C AC Adaptor*

• mLAN Tools (CD-ROM)

• IEEE1394 cable (2.0m)

• Owner’s manual (this document)

• mLAN Guide Book

• mLAN Tools Installation Guide

* May not be included in your area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer.

Included Software

The mLAN8P comes with a CD-ROM containing application software that is helpful for
using the mLAN8P. The CD-ROM includes “mLAN Patchbay,” which is used on a personal
computer to set the routing of audio and MIDI signals that are transmitted between the
devices connected to the mLAN8P. The CD-ROM also includes “mLAN Mixer,” which
enables you to control the mLAN8P mixer and effect functions from a personal computer.
For more information, please refer to the “mLAN Tools Installation Guide.”

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Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................................................... 4

Package Contents........................................................................... 4

Features .......................................................................................... 6

Names and Functions..................................................................... 8

Connections.................................................................................. 12

Turning the Power On/Off........................................................... 15

Power-On Sequence for Connected Devices................................................15

Internal Configuration of the mLAN8P ....................................... 16

Function Trees .............................................................................. 18

Routing I/O signals between mLAN devices ............................... 20

Mode Functions............................................................................ 24

Settings for the Mixer Input Section: [Mixer 1/2] [1] - [12] ........................24

Settings for the Mixer Output Section: [Mixer 2] - [AUX 1/2].....................27

Settings for the Mixer Output Section: [Mixer 2] - [L] [R] ...........................28

Settings for the MIDI Section .......................................................................29

Utility Section ................................................................................................31

LED/LCD Messages....................................................................... 37

Specifications................................................................................ 38

Index............................................................................................. 39

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The illustrations and LCD screens shown in this Owner’s Manual are for instructional purposes
only, and may appear somewhat different from those on your device.

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

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Features

■ Fast data transfer via mLAN

“mLAN” is a digital network designed for music applications. It uses and extends the industry
standard “IEEE1394” high performance serial bus. You can now configure more advanced systems
much more easily. Please refer to the separate “mLAN Guide Book” for more information on
mLAN.

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■ Converting MIDI and audio signals into the mLAN format

You can connect MIDI or audio devices that do not support mLAN to an mLAN system. The fol­lowing conversion is possible:

• mLAN MIDI signal to/from MIDI signal

• mLAN audio signal to/from analog audio signal

• mLAN audio signal to/from digital audio signal

• analog audio signal to/from digital audio signal

■ 12-channel mixer function

The mLAN8P provides various functions as a 12-channel digital audio mixer, as well as an interface
unit.

NOTE

You cannot change the mLAN8P’s settings using the controls on the unit while the mLAN Mixer
is operating.

■ Versatile internal digital effects

The mLAN8P is equipped with a high-quality internal effect processor*1 essential for music pro­duction.

■ Internal sampling rate converter

The mLAN8P’s internal sampling rate converter enables data transfer between devices with differ-

ent sampling frequencies*2, such as DAT and CD players.

*1.Use the included application software “mLAN Mixer” to set the internal effect proces-

sor parameters. For more information, refer to the mLAN Mixer Owner’s Manual (elec­tronic file).

*2.The mLAN8P supports sampling frequencies of 48kHz and 44.1kHz.

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Features

■

Basic concept of mLAN8P

MIDI device

ANALOG OUT

mLAN device

IEEE1394 jack

IEEE1394 jack

Macintosh

computer

that supports

FireWire

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

mLAN8P

MIDI IN
MIDI OUT
ANALOG IN

IEEE1394 jack

IEEE1394 jack

mLAN device

IEEE1394 jack

IEEE1394 jack

DIGITAL IN

DIGITAL OUT

digital audio

DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL IN

computer*

MIDI signal

analog audio signal

digital audio signal

device

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The diagram shown above illustrates the signal flow through each device connected via the
mLAN8P. You can set the input source and output destination of audio and MIDI signals of the
various devices via the mLAN8P. Specifically, signals can be input from and output to any mLAN
device via a single IEEE1394 cable. You can also make and change the connections of these
devices in any order without re-patching the cables.

NOTE

There is a certain restriction regarding the operation of the mLAN8P. You
cannot set up the transmission of MIDI signals between the mLAN devices
using the mLAN8P. You need to set this from the personal computer using
the included “mLAN Patchbay” software.

* Make this serial connection when using the included software on Windows. To use the

included application software on a Macintosh, connect the mLAN8P’s mLAN jack and the
Macintosh’s FireWire port using an IEEE1394 cable. (See “Connecting an mLAN device” on
page 13.)

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Names and Functions

Top panel

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A

LOCK DATA

B

I

RT/ERR

C

D

Front panel

PHONES

J

INPUT VOLUME

PHONES VOLUME

PUSH ON/STANDBY

MIDI

/UTILITY

MIXER2

MIXER1

IN

OUT-A
9101112
1234

EF

OUT-B

GH

PAGE

DIRECT

AUX1 AUX2

–1/EXIT +1/ENTER

WCLK

5678

SYS

L

–MIX–

METER

R

VALUE

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Names and Functions

A LEDs

The LED lights up to indicate the status of
the unit as follows:

[LOCK]

The condition in which the mLAN8P receives
word clock from another device correctly is
called “lock.” The left LOCK LED indicates
the status of signals input at Digital In. The
right LOCK LED indicates the status of mLAN
signals.
green : Lock
off : Unlock (A cable is not connected or

word clock is not received correctly.)

[DATA]

green : Normal status
red : Sound is interrupted due to con-

nection or removal of a device on
the bus, changes to the connec­tion, out of word clock sync, etc.

[RT/ERR]

green : The mLAN8P is a “root.”
red : An error has occurred.
off : Status other than above.
* This LED is also located on the right end of

the rear panel.

E Mode buttons

These buttons, combined with the channel/
function buttons, are used to select the set­ting parameters.

F Channel/function buttons

These buttons, combined with the mode but­tons, are used to select the setting parameters.

[MIDI] mode

[IN] [OUT-A] [OUT-B]

[UTILITY] mode

[DIRECT] : Direct out settings

[WCLK] (WORD CLOCK)

[SYSTEM] (SYSTEM)

[MTER] (METER) : Level meter indications

[Mixer 1] mode

[1] - [8] : Settings for the input channels

[Mixer 2] mode

[9] [10] : Settings for the input channels

[11] [12] : Settings for the input channels

[AUX1] [AUX2] :Settings for AUX 1/2
[L] [R] : Settings for the output desti-

: Settings for the connection

destination of the devices con­nected to the MIDI terminals

: Word clock-related settings
: System settings

of the mixer input section

routed from Digital In.

routed from A/D In.

nation

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NOTE

Refer to “LED/LCD Messages” on page
37 for information on the error indication.

B LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

The LCD displays various data and informa­tion.

C INPUT VOLUME

This knob is used to adjust the volume level
of audio signals input from the ANALOG IN
jacks.

D ON/STANDBY, PHONE VOLUME

Press this knob to switch the power on and
standby (off). Turn the knob to adjust the
headphone volume level.

Even when the switch is in the “STANDBY”
position, electricity is still flowing to the
instrument at the minimum level. When
you are not using the mLAN8P for a long
time, make sure you unplug the AC power
adaptor from the wall AC outlet.

G PAGE button

These buttons are used to navigate back and
forth through the parameters.

H +1/ENTER and –1/EXIT buttons

These buttons are used to increment or dec­rement the parameter value by one. Press
and hold down one of these buttons to
change the value continuously. While the
mLAN8P displays the confirmation dialog for
an edited settings, these buttons are used to
execute (ENTER) or cancel (EXIT) the opera­tion.

I VALUE dial

This dial is used to increase or decrease a
parameter value continuously. It is useful when
you wish to change a value significantly.

J PHONES jack

Connect a pair of stereo headphones here.
The signals routed to ANALOG OUT 1/L and
2/R are also output here.

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Names and Functions

Rear Panel

AB C D

CONTRAST ANALOG MIDI

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DC IN

EF G H IJ

A CONTRAST

This knob is used to adjust the contrast of
the LCD on the top panel.

B ANALOG IN/OUT jacks

These jacks are used to input and output
analog audio signals. They are also called
A/D In and D/A Out respectively, since sig­nals input at ANALOG IN are digitally pro­cessed.

C MIDI IN/OUT terminals

These terminals are used to connect MIDI
devices and transmit and receive MIDI infor­mation.

OUT2/R OUT1/L IN2/R IN1/L

OPTICALCOAXIAL

OUT IN OUT IN

123

SERIAL I/O

RT/ERR

ACTIVE

OUT-B OUT-A IN

mLAN IEEE1394 S200

D SERIAL I/O jack

This jack is used to connect the mLAN8P
directly to a personal computer via a serial
cable. Use this jack to connect the mLAN8P
and the computer when you are using the
mLAN Patchbay and mLAN Mixer on Win­dows. This is not used to input or output
MIDI and audio signals. Refer to page 13 for
more information on the connections.

E DC IN jack

This jack is used to connect the included
power supply adaptor (PA-5C).

Do not attempt to use an AC adaptor other
than the Yamaha PA-5C or an equivalent
recommended by Yamaha. The use of an
incompatible adaptor may cause irrepara­ble damage to the mLAN8P, and may even
pose a serious shock hazard! ALWAYS
UNPLUG THE AC ADAPTOR FROM THE
AC POWER OUTLET WHEN THE
mLAN8P IS NOT IN USE.

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Names and Functions

F COAXIAL IN/OUT jacks

These jacks are used to input and output dig­ital audio signals via digital audio pin cables.

NOTE

Select either the COAXIAL IN jacks
or OPTICAL IN jacks. (page 33.)
These jacks, along with the OPTICAL
IN/OUT jacks
ITAL IN/OUT.”

7 are also called “DIG-

G OPTICAL IN/OUT jacks

These jacks are used to input and output dig­ital audio signals via optical fiber cables.

The OPTICAL connectors are protected
by plastic covers. You must remove the
cover before connecting the cable. Please
remember to replace the cover when you
disconnect the cable.

NOTE

Select either the COAXIAL IN jacks
or OPTICAL IN jacks. (page 33.)
These jacks, along with the COAXIAL
IN/OUT jacks
ITAL IN/OUT.”

6 are also called “DIG-

I RT/ERR LED

This LED indicates the following statuses.
green : The mLAN8P is a “root.”
orange : An error has occurred. (IEEE1394

bus-related)
red : An error has occurred. (Other errors)
off : Status other than above.
* The same LED is located on the top panel.

NOTE

Refer to “LED/LCD Messages” on

page 37 for information on the error

indication.

J ACTIVE LED

This LED indicates the following statuses.
blue : The relay function is active.
off : The relay function is disabled.

NOTE

Since the mLAN8P does not function

as a bus relay when the power is

turned off, the active LED also indi-

cates whether the power to the unit is

on (blue) or off.

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H mLAN (IEEE1394) jacks

These jacks are used to connect mLAN
devices or IEEE1394-compatible devices via
IEEE1394 standard (6-pin) cables. Each jack
has an LED in the upper left corner to indi­cate the following statuses.
green : The mLAN8P or connected device

is a “leaf” node.
off : Not connected.
red : Sound somewhere other than the

connected device is interrupted

when you remove the cable.

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Connections

This section explains how to connect mLAN and MIDI devices (such as tone generators and key­boards) to a personal computer via the mLAN8P.

(1) Connecting the power supply adaptor

Connect the plug of the included power supply adaptor (PA-5C) to the DC IN jack on the rear
panel of the mLAN8P, and connect the adaptor part to an AC outlet. Be sure to turn the power

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switch off (standby) on the unit before disconnecting the power adaptor cable.

123

SERIAL I/O

RT/ERR

ACTIVE

CONTRAST ANALOG MIDI

OUT2/R OUT1/L IN2/R IN1/L

DC IN

OUT IN OUT IN

OPTICALCOAXIAL

OUT-B OUT-A IN

mLAN IEEE1394 S200

power supply

adaptor (PA-5C)

To electrical outlet

Do not attempt to use an AC adaptor other than the Yamaha PA-5C or an equivalent rec­ommended by Yamaha. The use of an incompatible adaptor may cause irreparable dam­age to the mLAN8P, and may even pose a serious shock hazard! ALWAYS UNPLUG
THE AC ADAPTOR FROM THE AC POWER OUTLET WHEN THE mLAN8P IS NOT IN
USE.

(2) Connecting a MIDI device

Use optional MIDI cables to connect the MIDI device’s MIDI IN terminal to the mLAN8P’s MIDI

OUT jack, and the MIDI device’s MIDI OUT jack to the mLAN8P’s MIDI IN terminal. Set the HOST

SELECT switch on the MIDI device to “MIDI.”

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CONTRAST ANALOG MIDI

OUT2/R OUT1/L IN2/R IN1/L

DC IN

OUT IN OUT IN

OPTICALCOAXIAL

OUT-B OUT-A IN

mLAN8P

mLAN IEEE1394 S200

SERIAL I/O

123

RT/ERR

ACTIVE

MIDI cable

Set the HOST SELECT switch
on the rear panel to “MIDI.”

MIDI device

Connections

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(3) Connecting an mLAN (IEEE1394) device

Use an IEEE1394 standard (6-pin) cable to connect the mLAN (IEEE1394) jack on the mLAN
(IEEE1394) device to the mLAN (IEEE1394) jack on the mLAN8P. At this time, you do not have to
turn off the power to either device.

mLAN8P mLAN (IEEE1394) device

ANALOG MIDI

OUT2/R OUT1/L IN2/R IN1/L

N

OUT IN OUT IN

OPTICALCOAXIAL

OUT-B OUT-A IN

mLAN IEEE1394 S200

IEEE1394 standard cable

SERIAL I/O

123

RT/ERR

ACTIVE

IEEE1394

standard cable

Macintosh computer

that supports FireWire

(4) Connecting a Windows computer (serial connection)

Use a serial cable to connect the computer’s RS232C jack to the mLAN8P’s SERIAL I/O jack. At this
time, make sure that the power to the computer and the mLAN8P is turned off.

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NOTE

Make this serial connection when using the included software on Windows. To use on a Mac-

intosh, connect the mLAN8P’s mLAN jack and the Macintosh’s FireWire port using an

IEEE1394 cable. (See “Connecting an mLAN device.”)

Use a standard D-SUB 9P → MINI DIN 8P cable

mLAN8P

CONTRAST ANALOG MIDI

OUT2/R OUT1/L IN2/R IN1/L

DC IN

OUT IN OUT IN

OPTICALCOAXIAL

OUT-B OUT-A IN

mLAN IEEE1394 S200

computer

RS-232C

(DB9)

SERIAL I/O

123

RT/ERR

ACTIVE

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Connections

(5) Connecting analog audio devices (amplifier, speakers, mixer, etc.)

Connect ANALOG OUT 1/L and 2/R to two channels on the mixer.

mLAN8P

CONTRAST ANALOG MIDI

OUT2/R OUT1/L IN2/R IN1/L

OUT-B OUT-A IN

SERIAL I/O

mLAN IEEE1394 S200

123

RT/ERR

ACTIVE

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DC IN

OUT IN OUT IN

OPTICALCOAXIAL

(6) Connecting a digital audio device

Use digital audio cables to connect a digital audio device, such as a CD player or MD player, to
the mLAN8P’s digital in/out.

• Using OPTICAL jacks • Using COAXIAL jacks

mLAN8P

CONTRAST ANALOG MIDI

OUT2/R OUT1/L IN2/R IN1/L

DC IN

OUT IN OUT IN

OPTICALCOAXIAL

OUT-B OUT-A IN

mLAN IEEE1394 S200

OPTICAL OUT OPTICAL IN

SERIAL I/O

123

RT/ERR

ACTIVE

CONTRAST ANALOG MIDI

OUT2/R OUT1/L IN2/R IN1/L

DC IN

COAXIAL OUT

mLAN8P

OPTICALCOAXIAL

OUT IN OUT IN

COAXIAL IN

OUT-B OUT-A IN

mLAN IEEE1394 S200

SERIAL I/O

123

RT/ERR

ACTIVE

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NOTE

OUTIN

OPTICAL

digital audio device

Select COAXIAL IN jacks or OPTICAL IN jacks. (page 33.)

IN
COAXIAL

digital audio device

OUT

Connections

(7) Connecting a pair of headphones

Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jacks on the front panel of the mLAN8P to monitor
the signal output at ANALOG OUT 1/L and 2/R (Stereo Mix).

PHONES

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Turning the Power On/Off

Power-On Sequence for Connected Devices

When you finish connecting the mLAN8P and necessary devices, make sure that the volume level
of the mLAN8P and the audio equipment is set to minimum (0), then turn on the power to the
MIDI transmit device, MIDI receive device, and audio equipment (mixer, then amplifier) in this
order. To turn off the power to the devices, first lower the level of the audio equipment, then
reverse this order. If the devices are connected via mLAN, you do not have to follow the order of
turning the power on and off.

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Internal Configuration of the
mLAN8P

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MIDI

device

MIDI

IN

MIDI/

mLAN MIDI

conversion

mLAN

MIDI

OUT

(e.g., S80+mLAN8E)

mLAN

MIDI

IN

mLAN MIDI/

MIDI

conversion

mLAN device

mLAN jacks1-3

mLAN

audio input*

Digital Mixer

1

section*

mLAN audio output

3

Stereo

Mix

Output

Mix L
Mix R

Audio/

mLAN audio

direct conversion

AUX

1/2

Output

Digital audio

device

COAXIAL

IN

OPTICAL

IN

(Digital In*2)

LR

Audio

device

ANALOG

IN
1/L, 2/R
(A/D In)

Analog/digital

(A/D)

conversion

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MIDI OUT-A/B

MIDI

device

MIDI

device

mLAN signals

non-mLAN signals

Output destination selection

Digital/analog (D/A) conversion

COAXIAL OUT
OPTICAL OUT

(Digital Out)

e.g., MD

ANALOG OUT (D/A Out)

e.g., powered

mLAN cables

non-mLAN cables

1/L, 2/R

(=PHONES)

speakers

mLAN8P

Input

Output

mLAN plugs

mLAN output plugs (Indicated in the
“From” field in mLAN Patchbay.)

mLAN audio

St Mix L (stereo mix L)
St Mix R (Stereo mix R)
AUX1
AUX2
*Dig In L (Digital In L)
*Dig In R (Digital In R)
*A/D In L (ANALOG In L)
*A/D In R (ANALOG In R)

mLAN MIDI

*IN (MIDI IN)

Internal Configuration of the mLAN8P

mLAN input plugs (Indicated in the
“To” field in mLAN Patchbay.)

mLAN audio

Input1
Input2
Input3
Input4
Input5
Input6
Input7
Input8

mLAN MIDI

*OUT-A (MIDI OUT-A)
*OUT-B (MIDI OUT-B)

English

About the name of mLAN plugs:

Some mLAN plug names start with an asterisk (*). This means that they are directly connected to the
rear panel connectors of the mLAN8P. For example, “*IN (MIDI IN)” plug outputs signals input at the
MIDI IN terminal (on the rear panel of the mLAN8P) to the mLAN bus. This plug is regarded as an
mLAN output plug, but the name includes “*IN” since it outputs signals input at the MIDI IN terminal.
In the same way, “*OUT-A (*MIDI OUT-A)” plug is an mLAN input plug, but the name includes “*OUT­A” since it inputs signals output at MIDI OUT-A on the rear panel.

The diagram on the left illustrates the entire signal flow.
You can set the input source and output destination for audio and MIDI signals of the various devices
after they are connected to the mLAN8P. The mLAN8P, especially with its 12-channel digital mixer
function, supports a broad range of applications, serving as the core of a music production studio.
You can set the input source and output destination for various signals and use the mixer function
not only from the mLAN8P of the mLAN8P, but also from a computer by using the included
mLAN Tools.

NOTE

*1 Built-in effect processor. (Use the included application software “mLAN Mixer” to set the effect parame-

ters.) For more information on the effect processor, refer to the Data List in the mLAN Mixer Instruction
Manual (PDF file). For more information on the structure of the digital mixer section, refer to the Block

Diagram in the mLAN Mixer Owner’s Manual.
*2 Specify which digital jack is used, COAXIAL IN or OPTICAL IN. (page 33.)
*3 For mLAN audio inputs, you can select from any 8 channels on the bus (system).

The mLAN8P mixer section features Direct mode and Mixer mode. When the mLAN Mixer is
not being used, the unit is in Direct mode, in which signals are input and output directly. When
the mLAN Mixer is being used, the unit enters Mixer mode. The default setting (when you turn
on the power to the unit) is Direct mode.

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Function Trees

■ Mixer input section (mLAN Audio 1-8 Ch)

Mode button

[MIXER 1] [1]-[8] Input Device/Nickname

English

Channel

button

Page button to navigate

Audio In Plug 25

Link

Gain Adjusts the input level. 25
AUX1 Adjusts the AUX 1 send level. 26
AUX2 Adjusts the AUX 2 send level. 26
Ch (Channel On/Off) Turns the channel function on and off. 26

Pan (Balance)

Level Sets the volume level. 26

[+1/ENTER] [–1/EXIT] button and
[VALUE] dial to set

Selects the input source (mLAN audio
output plug).

Assigns the same value for each pair
(1&2, 3&4... 11&12).

Sets the stereo position (or balance
when Link switch is ON).

■ Mixer input section (Digital Audio 9-10 Ch, Analog Audio 11-12 Ch)

■ Mixer output section (mLAN Audio output)

Mode button

[MIXER 2] [9]/[10] Optical (Coaxial) Input L/R Only for display purpose 24

Channel

button

[11]/[12] Analog Input L/R Only for display purpose 24

[AUX 1 (A1)]
[AUX 2 (A2)]

[MIX L]
[MIX R]

Page button to navigate

Link

Gain Adjusts the input level. 25
AUX1 Adjusts the AUX 1 send level. 26
AUX2 Adjusts the AUX 2 send level. 26
Ch (Channel On/Off) Turns the channel function on and off. 26

Pan (Balance)

Level Sets the volume level. 26

Link

Gain Adjusts the input level. 25
AUX1 Adjusts the AUX 1 send level. 26
AUX2 Adjusts the AUX 2 send level. 26
Ch (Channel On/Off) Turns the channel function on and off. 26

Pan (Balance)

Level Sets the volume level. 26
AUX Out Device/Nickname
AUX Out Plug 27
Link Assigns the same value for AUX 1 and 2. 27
Level Sets the volume level. 28
Mix Out Device/Nickname
Mix Out Plug 28
Balance Sets the Stereo Mix Out balance. 29
Level Sets the volume level. 29

[+1/ENTER] [–1/EXIT] button and
[VALUE] dial to set

Assigns the same value for each pair
(1&2, 3&4... 11&12).

Sets the stereo position (or balance
when Link switch is ON).

Assigns the same value for each pair
(1&2, 3&4... 11&12).

Sets the stereo position (or balance
when Link switch is ON).

Selects the output destination (mLAN
audio input plug).

Selects the output destination (mLAN
audio input plug).

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■ MIDI section ■ DIRECT OUT ■ Word Clock ■ System section

■ Level meters

Function Trees

Mode button

[MIDI/
UTILITY]

Channel

button

[IN] MIDI In Device/Nickname Selects the output destination of the

[OUT-A] MIDI Out A Device/

[OUT-B] MIDI Out B Device/

[DIRECT] Digital In L Device/

[WCLK] Wordclock Source Sets the type of word clock. 32

[SYS] Digital Input Source Selects “Optical” or “Coaxial.” 33

[METER]

Page button to navigate

MIDI In Plug 30

Nickname
MIDI Out A Plug 30

Nickname
MIDI Out B Plug 30

Nickname
Digital In Plug 31
Digital In R Device/

Nickname
Digital In Plug 31
A/D In L Device/Nickname Sets the output destination of the A/D

A/D In Plug 31

A/D In R Device/Nickname Sets the output destination of the A/D

A/D In Plug

Group1 Wordclock Master Sets the word clock master. 32

Digital Output Source

Analog Output Source

Set Nickname Edits the nickname. 34

Select Device/Nickname

Set Nickname Sets the nickname. 34
Set Root Sets the mLAN8P as a “root.” 35

Net Traffic

Factory Set

Confirmation

All Ch

Ch1-8, Opti (Coax) L/R, A/
D L/R

St Mix L/R, AUX 1/2 Displays the output signal level meter. 36

MIDI IN, OUT-A, OUT-B

[+1/ENTER] [–1/EXIT] button and
[VALUE] dial to set

signal input at MIDI IN on the rear
panel (mLAN MIDI input plug).

Selects the input source of the signal
output from MIDI OUT-A on the rear
panel (mLAN MIDI output plug).

Selects the input source of the signal
output from MIDI OUT-B on the rear
panel (mLAN MIDI output plug).

Sets the output destination of the
Digital In left channel signal (mLAN
audio input plug).

Sets the output destination of the
Digital In right channel signal (mLAN
audio input plug).

In left channel signal (mLAN audio
input plug).

In right channel signal (mLAN audio
input plug).

Selects the signal output from DIGI­TAL OUT on the rear panel.

Selects the signal output from ANA­LOG OUT on the rear panel.

Selects a device for which the nick­name is edited.

Displays the amount of data traffic on
the network.

Resets the mLAN8P to its factory
default settings.

Selects the requirement for connec­tion.

Displays the level meter for all chan­nels.

Displays the input signal level meter. 36

Displays whether or not the MIDI sig­nal is input or output.

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Routing I/O signals between

NOTE

mLAN devices

After connecting the mLAN8P to each device via cables, you can easily route and connect I/O sig­nals between the devices without re-patching the cables. An operation common to both input
and output connections is performed.

English

audio 1ch
audio 2ch
audio 3ch
audio 4ch
audio 5ch
audio 6ch
audio 7ch
audio 8ch

YAMAHA A5000 YAMAHA A5000

(A) (B)

MIDI

IEEE1394

standard cable

audio 1ch
audio 2ch
audio 3ch
audio 4ch
audio 5ch
audio 6ch
audio 7ch
audio 8ch

MIDI

Liverpool HamamatsuDetroit

mLAN output plugmLAN output plug

audio 1ch
audio 2ch
audio 3ch
audio 4ch
audio 5ch
audio 6ch
audio 7ch
audio 8ch

IEEE1394

standard cable

MIDI

YAMAHA mLAN8P

mLAN input plugmLAN input plug

audio 1ch
audio 2ch
audio 3ch
audio 4ch
audio 5ch
audio 6ch
audio 7ch
audio 8ch

MIDI A
MIDI B

The diagram above illustrates an example of routing the output signal from audio channel 3 on a
Yamaha A5000 (B) to audio channel 1 (Input 1) on the mLAN8P. Each device has a nickname,
“Detroit,” “Liverpool,” and “Hamamatsu” from left to right.

Follow the steps below to configure this connection on the mLAN8P. For more information on
other connections, refer to the notes in the steps.

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1. Press [MIXER 1] to enter MIXER 1 mode. The mLAN8P displays the channel parameter in the

mode previously selected.

For any cases other than the e xample described above, select one of the fol­lowing modes, according to the desired mLAN input source or output desti­nation. For more information, refer to the Function Tree table on pages 18
and 19.

Connecting I/O signals between mLAN devices

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

Input to the mLAN8P

• Input1–8...[MIXER1]

• Input9–12...[MIXER2]

• MIDI Out A/B...[MIDI/UTILITY]

Output to other mLAN devices

• AUX1 (A1), AUX2 (A2), Mix Out L (L), Mix Out R (R)...[MIXER2]

• Digital In L, Digital In R, A/D In L, A/D In R, MIDI In...[MIDI/UTILITY]

2. To set the signal input at the mLAN8P’s channel 1 (Input 1), press channel button [1].

For any cases other than the example described above, usethe appropriate
channel/function buttons, according to the desired input source or output
destination. For more information, refer to the Function Tree table on pages
18 and 19.

English

3. Press the [ PAGE] button until the Input Device, Input Nickname, or Input Device/Nick-

name page appears.

The combination of “Vendor (provider)” and “Module (model)” are used to
specify a “Device.” (The Vendor name may sometimes be omitted.)

Displaying the Device/Nickname

Press the currently selected mode button repeatedly to switch the display for Device and

Nickname as follows:

• Device/Nickname

• Device

• Nickname

To set the output destination (mLAN input plug) for the audio signals input to
the rear panel, use the [ PAGE ] buttons to select the input source.
This step is not necessary for MIDI signals.

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Connecting I/O signals between mLAN devices

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

4-1. In the “From:” field, use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select

the desired device to connect to Channel 1 on the mLAN8P. The Device/Nickname of the
selected device flashes.

English

If you are setting the output destination, the “To:” field appears instead of the
“From:” field.

4-2. If multiple units of the same model are connected (as in this example), both “Device” fields

display “YAMAHA/A5000,” but does not indicate which is A or B. In this case, press the mode
button to display the Nickname of the selected device.

First, you need to specify a Nickname for each device (page 34).
A temporary Nickname has been set at the factory. The last three digits of
the alphanumeric number (hexadecimal) indicate the device’s unique ID
number.

5. Select “Liverpool (or A5000/Liverpool)” and press the [PAGE ] button. The mLAN8P dis-

plays the Audio In Plug page.

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6. In the “From:” field, use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select

the desired mLAN plug to connect to Channel 1 on the mLAN8P. In this example, select

“Channel 3 (AS3).”

If you are setting the output destination, the “To:” field appears instead of the
“From:” field.

Connecting I/O signals between mLAN devices

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

7. The mLAN plug name flashes a few times, then the mLAN8P displays a confirmation screen

for the connection changes.

Press [ENTER] to confirm the changes.

To cancel the changes, press [EXIT].

If the UTILITY Confirmation is set to “Off,” a confirmation screen will not
appear. Instead, the mLAN plug name flashes a fe w times, then the mLAN8P
automatically executes the connection changes.

Now the connection is complete.

To specify multiple output destinations (mLAN input plug), press the
[PAGE ] button and repeat the steps described above.

Using the included mLAN Patchbay enables you to make connections visu­ally using the drag-and-drop function.

You can set either the “Device” parameter or the “Nickname” parameter first.

English

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Mode Functions

NOTE

NOTE

Settings for the Mixer Input Section: [Mixer 1/2] [1] - [12]

This section explains how to route mLAN audio input signals from connected devices to the
mLAN8P and how to set the Mixer function parameters.

English

Assign any of eight channel signals from the connected devices to channels [1] - [8], Digital In sig­nals to channels [9] and [10], and A/D In signals to channels [11] and [12].

Use [UTILITY] mode to select Optical or Coaxial for the Digital In connection (P.33).

1. Press the [Mixer 1] or [Mixer 2] button, depending on the target channel.

2. Press the channel button that corresponds to the channel number you wish to set. You can

select channels [1] - [8] for [Mixer 1] and channels [9] - [12] for [Mixer 2].

3. Use the [ PAGE ] button to select a parameter you wish to set. (Move the cursor “ ”

to the parameter.)

Repeatedly pressing the channel button for the currently-selected channel
will switch pages (except for the [Input Device/Nickname] and [Audio In Plug]
parameters.)

4. Use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select the names of the

devices and parameter values.

[Input Device/Nickname]

Use the [Device/Nickname] parameter to specify the name of the device on the mLAN you

wish to connect to the channel selected via the channel button. If you are not connecting any

devices, select “Unconnected.”

A5000 (Nickname=Liverpool) is connected.

No device is connected.

The screen is different for [Mixer 2] channels [9] - [12] (Digital In, A/D In).

Display for A/D Input L ([Mixer 2] channel [11])

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Mode Functions

NOTE

[Audio In Plug]

Select an input “Plug” for connection from the mLAN Plugs (virtual plugs) on the selected

device. If the device does not have an appropriate mLAN Plug, “No Source (Destination)

Plug” appears.

This screen does not appear for [Mixer 2] channels [9] - [12] (Digital In, A/D In).

A5000’s “Assignable 1” is connected.

No appropriate Plug was found.

[Link (Link Switch)]

When this parameter is turned on, all channels are paired using combinations of 1&2, 3&4,

5&6, 7&8, 9&10, and 11&12. Both channels of each pair will have the same parameter set-

tings, except for the [Input Device/Nickname] and [Audio In Plug] parameters.

Value: On, Off

English

The parameter value of the channel for which the Link Switch is turned on
will be applied to both channels. When the Link Switch is On, the Pan param­eter changes to the Balance parameter.

[Gain]

This parameter enables you to adjust the input signal level in 6dB steps.

Value: –6dB, 0dB, +6dB, +12dB, +18dB, +24dB

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Mode Functions

[Aux 1/2]

This parameter enables you to set the volume level of the input audio signal that is sent to

AUX 1 and 2. The signal sent to AUX 1 and 2 can be assigned to any channel on the mLAN.

Value: – ∞ dB (minimum send level) - +6 dB (maximum send level)

English

[Ch (Channel On/Off)]

This parameter turns channels On and Off. With the Off setting, the corresponding channels

will be muted.

Value: On, Off

[Pan/Balance]

This parameter enables you to set the stereo image of each channel. When you raise the L

value, the stereo position shifts to left. When you raise the R value, the stereo position shifts to

right.

If the Link Switch is turned On, this parameter becomes the Balance parameter and both odd

and even channels have the same value.

Value: L63 - R63 (for both Pan and Balance)

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When the Link Switch is turned On:

[Level]

This parameter enables you to set the volume level of the input signal that is sent to the out-

put.

Value: – ∞ dB (minimum send level) - 0 dB (maximum send level)

Mode Functions

NOTE

Settings for the Mixer Output Section: [Mixer 2] ­[AUX 1/2]

You can assign the AUX 1/2 signals (routed in the Mixer Input section) to any mLAN channel.

1. Press the [Mixer 2] button.

2. Press the [AUX 1] or [AUX 2] button.

3. Use the [ PAGE ] button to select a parameter you wish to set.

4. Use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select the names of the

devices and parameter values.

[AUX Out Device/Nickname]

Use the [AUX Out Device/Nickname] parameter to specify the name of the device you wish to

assign as the destination of the AUX signals. If you are not connecting any devices, select

“Unconnected.”

English

[AUX Out Plug]

Select an AUX send “Plug” from the mLAN Plugs (virtual plugs) on the selected device. If the

device does not have an appropriate mLAN Plug, “No Source (Destination) Plug” appears.

You can select multiple destinations. If multiple devices are connected to the
network, the [Device/Nickname] and [Plug] parameter screens indicate the
number of connected devices in the lower left corner of the display. When
you press the [PAGE ] button repeatedly, this number increments and the
parameter setting changes accordingly.

[Link (Link Switch)]

When this switch is turned on, the level settings for AUX 1 and AUX 2 become the same. The

parameter value of the channel for which the Link Switch is turned on will be applied to the

other channel.

When the Link Switch is turned on, “ ” appears in the lower left corner of the display.

Value: On, Off

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Mode Functions

[Level]

This parameter enables you to set the volume level of the AUX signal sent to the output.

Value: 0dB - –

∞

dB

You can assign audio input signals (routed in the Mixer Input section) to any mLAN channel.

1. Press the [Mixer 2] button.

2. Press the [L] or [R] button.

3. Use the [ PAGE ] button to select a parameter you wish to set.

4. Use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select the names of the
devices and parameter values.

[Mix Out Device/Nickname]

Use the [Device/Nickname] parameter to specify the name of the module on the mLAN you
wish to assign as the destination of the audio signals (routed from the Mixer input section). If

you are not connecting any modules, select “Unconnected.”

[Mix Out Plug]

Select a “Plug” from the mLAN Plugs (virtual plugs) on the selected device. If the device does

not have an appropriate mLAN Plug, “No Source (Destination) Plug” appears.

You can select multiple destinations. If multiple devices are connected to the
network, the [Device/Nickname] and [Plug] parameter screens indicate the
number of connected devices in the lower left corner of the display. When
you press the [PAGE ] button repeatedly, this number increments and the
parameter setting changes accordingly.

Settings for the Mixer Output Section: [Mixer 2] ­[L] [R]

NOTE

Mode Functions

[Balance (Output Balance)]

This parameter enables you to set the stereo balance of the stereo audio output signal. The
default value is 0 (Center).
When you raise the L value, the stereo position shifts to left. When you raise the R value, the
stereo position shifts to right. The setting for one channel will also be applied to the other
channel.

Value: L63 - R63

[Level]

This parameter enables you to set the volume level of the stereo output signal.

∞

Value: 0dB - –

dB

Settings for the MIDI Section

Follow the steps below to connect the mLAN device and the MIDI device connected to the MIDI
IN/OUT terminals on the rear panel of the mLAN8P.

1. Press the [MIDI/UTILITY] button.

2. Press the [IN] or [OUT-A/B] button.

3. Use the [ PAGE ] button to select a parameter you wish to set.

4. Use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select the names of the
devices and parameter values.

English

A

[MIDI/UTILITY] - [IN]

You can route the MIDI signals from the device connected to the MIDI IN terminal on the rear
panel to any channel on the mLAN.

[MIDI In Device/Nickname]

Use the [Device/Nickname] parameter to specify the name of the device you wish to assign as
the destination of the MIDI signals from the device connected to the MIDI IN terminal. If you

are not connecting any devices, select “Unconnected.”

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Mode Functions

NOTE

[MIDI In Plug]

Select a “Plug” (that sends out the MIDI signal) from the mLAN Plugs (virtual plugs) on the
selected device. If the device does not have an appropriate mLAN Plug, “No Source (Destina-

tion) Plug” appears.

English

You can select multiple destinations. If multiple devices are connected to the
network, the [Device/Nickname] and [Plug] parameter screens indicate the
number of connected devices in the lower left corner of the display. When
you press the [PAGE ] button repeatedly, this number increments and the
parameter setting changes accordingly.

B [MIDI/UTILITY] - [OUT-A/B]

You can route the MIDI signals from any channel on the mLAN to the device connected to the
MIDI OUT A/B terminal on the rear panel of the mLAN8P.

[MIDI Out A/B Device/Nickname]

Use the [Device/Nickname] parameter to specify the name of the device (on the mLAN) that
outputs MIDI signals to the MIDI OUT A/B terminals of the mLAN8P. If you are not connecting

any devices, select “Unconnected.”

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[MIDI Out A/B Plug]

Select a “Plug” (that sends out the MIDI signal) from the mLAN Plugs (virtual plugs) on the
selected device. If the device does not have an appropriate mLAN Plug, “No Source (Destina-

tion) Plug” appears.

Mode Functions

NOTE

Utility Section

The Utility section enables you to set various parameters for the Digital In/Out, A/D In and D/A
Out connections, word clock, and system.

A

[MIDI/UTILITY] - [DIRECT]

Follow the steps below to route signals from Digital In and A/D In directly to any mLAN channel,
while bypassing the Mixer section.

1. Press the [MIDI/UTILITY] button.

2. Press the [DIRECT] button.

3. Use the [ PAGE ] button to select a parameter you wish to set.

4. Use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select the names of the
devices and parameter values.

[Digital In (A/D In) L/R Device/Nickname]

Use the [Device/Nickname] parameter to specify the name of the device on the mLAN you
wish to assign as the destination of the Digital In and A/D In signals. If you are not connecting
any devices, select “Unconnected.”

English

[Plug]

Select a “Plug” (that sends out the MIDI signal) from the mLAN Plugs (virtual plugs) on the
selected device. If the device does not have an appropriate mLAN Plug, “No Source (Destina­tion) Plug” appears.

You can select multiple destinations. If multiple devices are connected to the
network, the [Device/Nickname] and [Plug] parameter screens indicate the
number of devices connected in the lower left corner of the display. When
you press the [PAGE ] button repeatedly, this number on the screen
increments and the parameter setting changes accordingly.

B [MIDI/UTILITY] - [WCLK]

Follow the steps below to make word clock-related settings, which include the word clock type,
word clock master and slave, sync frequency (Fs44.1kHz or Fs48kHz) of each node.

1. Press the [MIDI/UTILITY] button.

2. Press the [WCLK] button.

3. Use the [ PAGE ] button to select a parameter you wish to set.

4. Use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select the names of the
devices and parameter values.

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Mode Functions

NOTE

[Wordclock Source]

This parameter is used to select the method of setting the mLAN8P’s word clock. If you have
selected “Manual,” use the [Device/Nickname] parameter to specify the name of the device
(on the mLAN) that you wish to assign as the word clock master.

Value: Internal 44k, Internal 48k, External Coaxial/Oprical, Auto,

When the internal clock (44.1k) is selected:

English

The selected value flashes a few times and the system automatically displays the confirmation

message.

Group 1 Master, Manual

The default setting is “Auto.” If you have selected “Auto” or “Manual,” the
name of the master device appears.

To confirm the changes, press the [+1/ENTER] button. To cancel the operation, press the [–1/
EXIT] button.

[Group 1 Wordclock Master]

You can assign one device as the word clock master and the rest of the devices as the slaves.
Press the [+1/ENTER] or [–1/EXIT] button to select the Device/Nickname of the device (on

mLAN) that you wish to assign as the word clock master.

The Device/Nickname of the selected device flashes a few times, then the mLAN8P displays

the following confirmation screen.

To confirm the changes, press the [+1/ENTER] button. To cancel the operation, press the [–1/
EXIT] button.

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Mode Functions

NOTE

C [MIDI/UTILITY] - [SYS]

Follow the steps below to make system-related settings.

1. Press the [MIDI/UTILITY] button.

2. Press the [SYS] button.

3. Use the [ PAGE ] button to select a parameter you wish to set.

4. Use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select the names of the
devices and parameter values.

[Digital Input Source]

This parameter is used to select “Optical” or “Coaxial” on the mLAN8P’s rear panel to input
Digital In signals.

Value: Optical, Coaxial

When “Optical” is selected:

[Digital/Analog Output Source]

This parameter is used to select signals output to ANALOG OUT and Digital Out on the rear
panel.

Value: Stereo Mix, AUX 1/2, Digital In, A/D In

When “Stereo Mix” is selected:

English

The signal assigned to ANALOG OUT is also output to the headphones
(PHONES).

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Mode Functions

[Set Nickname]

[Select Device/Nickname]

Press the [+1/ENTER] button in the [Set Nickname] screen to display this parameter. Select the
Device/Nickname of the device on the mLAN whose [Nickname] you wish to change.

Use the [+1/ENTER], [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select the Device/Nickname of the

device you wish to change. The Device/Nickname will flash.

Press the [PAGE ] button to display the following screen.

English

Use the [ PAGE ] button to move the cursor and use the [+1/ENTER], [–1/EXIT] but­tons or the [VALUE] dial to change the characters.
Move the cursor to the right end and press the [PAGE ] button to display the confirmation
screen. (This confirmation screen appears regardless of the setting of the Confirmation in Util­ity mode.)

Press the [+1/ENTER] button to confirm the nickname.
Press the [–1/EXIT] button to exit the screen without making any changes.

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Mode Functions

NOTE

[mLAN8P Set Root]

This parameter is used to assign the mLAN8P as the root of the mLAN.

Press the [+1/ENTER] button to display the screen to confirm the setting.
Press the [+1/ENTER] button again to specify the mLAN8P as the root.
Press the [–1/EXIT] button to exit the screen without making any changes.

[Net Traffic]

This screen indicates the amount of data being handled on the mLAN by a percentage and a
graph.

[Factory Set]

This parameter enables you to reset the settings on the mLAN8P to its factory default settings.

English

Press the [+1/ENTER] button to display the screen to confirm the setting.
Press the [+1/ENTER] button again to specify the mLAN8P as the root.
Press the [–1/EXIT] button to exit the screen without making any changes.

The Nickname setting will not be reset to the factory default.

[Confirmation]

This parameter is used to set the requirement for connecting the mLAN8P and I/O signals.

Value: On, Off

When it is On, the connection is made when you confirm the destination.
When it is Off, the connection is made when you select the destination.

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Mode Functions

NOTE

D [MIDI/UTILITY] - [METER]

Follow the steps below to display the level meters. The “C” mark appears when the signal clips.

1. Press the [MIDI/UTILITY] button.

2. Press the [METER] button.

3. Use the [ PAGE ] button to select the level meter group you wish to view (All Ch,
Input, Output, MIDI).

4. Use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to select the channel to view.

English

“All Ch” (All Channels) is selected:

You can view all channels simultaneously to see if any signal is input to the Mixer Input section.
You can also check the outputs from the Mixer section. The LCD displays Ch1-8 (Input 1-8), Op/
Co (Digital In), Ad (A/D In), and Mix/AUX (from left to right). To switch between Mix (Stereo Mix
output) and AUX, use the [+1/ENTER] and [–1/EXIT] buttons or the [VALUE] dial.

“Input” is selected:
e.g., Ch1 and Ch2

"Output” is selected:
e.g., AUX1/2

“MIDI” is selected:

An asterisk (“*”) flashes during MIDI signal transmission and reception.

If the mLAN8P receives MIDI signals at the MIDI IN terminal on the rear
panel, but does not output mLAN MIDI or audio signals to another mLAN
device, an asterisk (“*”) will not appear. On the other hand, if the mLAN8P is
a word clock master , an asterisk flashes when the unit receives MIDI signals ,
regardless of whether it is outputting mLAN MIDI/audio signals.

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LED/LCD Messages

LED messages

Top panel LED Function Status

LOCK (left)

LOCK (right)

DATA

RT/ERR Indicates root and error.

While the mLAN8P (scanning the connected devices, four LEDs flash in green.

Rear panel LED Function Status

mLAN1–3

RT/ERR Indicates root and error.

ACTIVE Indicates the status of the relay function. Blue ... The relay function is enabled.

Indicates the “lock” status of the signal
input at Digital In.

Indicates the “lock” status of the mLAN
signal.

Reports interruption of the sound

due to connection or removal of the
device on the bus, changes to the con­nection, out of word clock sync, etc.

Indicates if sound from sources other
than the device being disconnected is
interrupted.

Green ... Lock, Off ... Unlock

Green ... Lock, Off ... Unlock

Red ... Sound is interrupted.

Red/orange ... An error has occurred.
Green ... The mLAN8P is a “root.”

Red ... Sound is interrupted.
Green ... Sound is not interrupted.
(leaf node)

Red/orange ... An error has occurred.
Green ... The mLAN8P is a “root.”

English

Error messages

Rear panel LED

32 1 RT

red orange

red orange

red red orange

green orange

green

red red

orange

red red

red

LCD display Cause Action

1394: Topo­logical Loop

1394: Cycle
Lost

Over 16 Hops
Limit

MIDI: Fram­ing Error

MIDI: Rx
Buffer Full

The topology of the connected
devices creates a loop.

Cycle Start Packet is not trans­mitted to the bus. (Audio/MIDI
data cannot be transmitted.)

A malfunctioning device exists
on the bus.

The number of hops exceeds 16. Check the number of hops.

The power to the bus is insuffi­cient.

MIDI IN transfer rate is not cor­rect.

Data transmission exceeds the
MIDI transfer rate.

The sound is interrupted for
some reason, or the devices are
not syncing.

Check to see if any part of the
connection creates a loop.

Remove the malfunction­ing device.

Remove the malfunction­ing device.

Add a power provider to
the bus, or remove a power
consumer from the bus.

Check the MIDI transfer
rate setting.

Check to see if the transmit­ting device is operating
properly.

Check the word clock set­ting on the mLAN8P and
the source.

37

Specifications

mLAN : IEEE1394 High Performance Serial Bus

Data Rate S200, Isochronous Resource Manager capable, Bus Manager capable,

Connection Manager
Conforms to IEC61883-6 Audio and Music Protocol
Digital Audio 8in/8out, MIDI 2in/1out

Sampling rate : 44.1kHz, 48kHz
Analog I/O : Analog In(A/D Converter)

English

Functions : Mixer Input (x12)

Controls : INPUT VOLUME, power switch (PUSH ON/STANDBY), PHONES VOLUME,

Jacks : PHONES, ANALOG IN (1/L, 2/R), ANALOG OUT (1/L, 2/R), MIDI IN,

Display

Top panel : LCD (24 x 2 lines + 2 digits [7 segments], back-lit), LOCK LED (x2), DATA LED,

Rear panel : mLAN 1/2/3 LED, ACTIVE LED, RT/ERR LED

Power supply : Power supply adaptor PA-5C
Power consumption

Dimensions : 220(W) x 206(D) x 71(H)[mm]
Weight : 2.0kg

Frequency Response : 5Hz-20KHz(fs=44.1KHz), 5Hz-21KHz(fs=48KHz)
Analog Out(D/A Converter)

Frequency Response : 5Hz-20KHz(fs=44.1KHz), 5Hz-21KHz(fs=48KHz)

Dynamic Range 95dB(JIS-C)

THD Less than 0.003%(0dBm)

Maximum Output +3dBV(+5dBm)

Link (*1), ATT, Gain (*1), Phase, Delay (*2), EQ(4Band) (*2), Dynamics (*2), AUX

Send 1, 2 (*1), Pre/Post 1, 2, Channel on/off (*1), Meter (*1), Pan (*1), Fader (*1)

: Output

Effect Return (level, pan, mute), AUX Master 1, 2 (*1), AUX Link (*1), Level (*1),

Balance (*1)

: Effect

Effect type/parameter
*1 These parameters can be set on the mLAN8P.
*2 Up to eight channels

Mode buttons (MIDI/UTILITY, MIXER 1 & 2), Channel/Function buttons (x8),
PAGE button ( / ), +1/ENTER button, –1/EXIT button, VALUE dial,

CONTRAST knob

MIDI OUT (A, B), COAXIAL IN/OUT, OPTICAL IN/OUT, SERIAL I/O,
mLAN IEEE1394 (1, 2, 3), DC IN

RT/ERR LED

: 17 W

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.

38

Index

Symbols

+1/ENTER and –1/EXIT buttons .................. 9

PAGE button ............................. 9

A

ACTIVE LED .............................................. 11

ANALOG IN/OUT jacks ............................ 10

Auto ........................................................ 32

AUX1/2 .............................................. 26, 27

C

Channel ................................................... 20

CHANNEL ON/OFF .................................. 26

Channel/function buttons .......................... 9

clips ......................................................... 36

COAXIAL IN/OUT jacks ............................ 11

Connection Type Switch .......................... 35

D

DC IN jack ............................................... 10

Digital audio pin cables ............................ 11

Digital Input Source ................................. 33

DIRECT .................................................... 31

E

External Coaxial/Optical ........................... 32

F

Fs44.1kHz ................................................ 31

Fs48kHz ................................................... 31

I

IEEE1394 .................................................6, 7

INPUT VOLUME ..........................................9

Internal sampling rate converter .................6

Internal44k ...............................................32

Internal48k ...............................................32

L

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) ........................9

LEDs ...........................................................9

Level .........................................................26

Link (Link Switch) .....................................25

LINK SWITCH ............................................27

M

Manual .....................................................32

METER ......................................................36

MIDI ...........................................4, 9, 12, 29

MIDI IN/OUT terminals .............................10

Mixer 1 button ...........................................9

Mixer 2 button ...........................................9

mLAN (IEEE1394) jacks .............................11

mLAN Mixer ...............................................4

mLAN Patchbay ..........................................4

mLAN Tools ................................................4

mLAN8P Factory Set .................................35

mLAN8P Set Root .....................................35

Mode buttons .............................................9

N

Net Traffic ................................................35

English

G

Gain ........................................................ 25

Group 1 Master ....................................... 32

H

HOST SELECT switch ................................ 12

O

ON/STANDBY .............................................9

optical fiber cables ....................................11

OPTICAL IN/OUT jacks ..............................11

OUTPUT BALANCE ....................................29

Output Source ..........................................33

39

P

PAN/BALANCE ......................................... 26

PHONE VOLUME ....................................... 9

PHONES jack ............................................. 9

R

RS232C jack ............................................. 13

RT/ERR LED .............................................. 11

English

S

SERIAL I/O jack .................................. 10, 13

stereo position ......................................... 26

sync frequency ......................................... 31

SYS .......................................................... 33

U

UTILITY ...................................................... 9

V

VALUE dial ................................................. 9

W

WCLK ...................................................... 31

word clock ............................................... 31

40

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

* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.

OBSERVERA!

Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) sá länge som
den ar ansluten till vägguttaget, även om själva apparaten har
stängts av.

ADVARSEL: Netspæendingen til dette apparat er IKKE afbrudt,

sálæenge netledningen siddr i en stikkontakt, som er t endt — ogsá
selvom der or slukket pá apparatets afbryder.

VAROITUS: Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita

koko laitetta verkosta.

regulations 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)

(standby)

For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha 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 Mexico S.A. De C.V.,
Departamento de ventas

Javier Rojo Gomez No.1149, Col. Gpe Del
Moral, Deleg. Iztapalapa, 09300 Mexico, D.F.
Tel: [phone]

BRAZIL

Yamaha Musical do Brasil LTDA.

Av. Rebouças 2636, São Paulo, Brasil
Tel: [phone]

ARGENTINA

Yamaha Music Argentina S.A.

Viamonte 1145 Piso2-B 1053,
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel: [phone]

PANAMA AND OTHER LATIN
AMERICAN COUNTRIES/
CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha de Panama 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

Yamaha-Kemble Music (U.K.) Ltd.

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

IRELAND

Danfay Ltd.

61D, Sallynoggin Road, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
Tel: [phone]

GERMANY/SWITZERLAND

Yamaha Europa GmbH.

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen,
F.R. of Germany
Tel: [phone]

AUSTRIA

Yamaha Music Austria

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

THE NETHERLANDS

Yamaha Music Nederland

Kanaalweg 18G, 3526KL, Utrecht, The Netherlands
Tel: [phone]

BELGIUM

Yamaha Music Belgium

Keiberg Imperiastraat 8, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium
Tel: [phone]

FRANCE

Yamaha Musique France,
Division Professionnelle

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-Hazen Electronica Musical, S.A.

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

GREECE

Philippe Nakas S.A.

Navarinou Street 13, P.Code 10680, 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 8B
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]

OTHER EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Europa GmbH.

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen,
F.R. of Germany
Tel: [phone]

AFRICA

Yamaha Corporation,
International Marketing Division

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

MIDDLE EAST

TURKEY/CYPRUS

Yamaha Europa GmbH.

Siemensstraße 22-34, 25462 Rellingen,
F.R. of Germany
Tel: [phone]

OTHER COUNTRIES

Yamaha Music Gulf FZE

LB21-128 Jebel Ali Freezone
P.O.Box 17328, Dubai, U.A.E.
Tel: [phone]

ASIA

HONG KONG

Tom Lee Music Co., Ltd.

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

INDONESIA

PT. Yamaha Music Indonesia (Distributor)
PT. Nusantik

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

KOREA

Cosmos Corporation

1461-9, Seocho Dong, Seocho 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.

11 Ubi Road #06-00, Meiban Industrial Building,
Singapore
Tel: [phone]

TAIWAN

Yamaha KHS Music Co., Ltd.

10F, 150, Tun-Hwa Northroad,
Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C.
Tel: [phone]

THAILAND

Siam Music Yamaha Co., Ltd.

121/60-61 RS Tower 17th Floor,
Ratchadaphisek RD., Dindaeng,
Bangkok 10320, Thailand
Tel: [phone]

THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
AND OTHER ASIAN COUNTRIES

Yamaha Corporation,
International Marketing Division

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

OCEANIA

AUSTRALIA

Yamaha Music Australia Pty. Ltd.

17-33 Market Street, South Melbourne, Vic. 3205,
Australia
Tel: [phone]

NEW ZEALAND

Music Houses of N.Z. Ltd.

146/148 Captain Springs Road, Te Papapa,
Auckland, New Zealand
Tel: [phone]

COUNTRIES AND TRUST
TERRITORIES IN PACIFIC OCEAN

Yamaha Corporation,
International Marketing Group

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

SY21

HEAD OFFICE Yamaha Corporation, Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division

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

Yamaha Manual Library (English versions only)
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