Yamaha Music Mixer EMX68s User Manual

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The Owner’s Manual Revisions  
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha EMX88S/EMX68S Powered Mixer. Parts of the EMX88S, EMX68S owner’s manual have been  
revised. Please refer to the following revisions rather than the corresponding sections of the original owner’s manual.  
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P.30  
MAIN section  
Block and Level diagram  
PA  
SPEAKERS OUT  
MAXIMUM OUTPUT [400W/4]  
F
+30dB  
+20dB  
+10dB  
0dB  
NOMINAL OUTPUT [80W/4]  
+11dB  
+4dB  
F Level Meter  
This LED display shows the level of signals received at the  
MAIN (STEREO) jack (input/output panel 7).  
Power Amplifier output section level diagram (bottom right)  
Note: The SPEAKERS 1 & 2 jacks (rear panel 1) out-  
put the signals received at the MAIN OUT jack via the  
internal power amplifier. Check the output signal level  
via the LIMITER indicator (M).  
These plots show the nominal output and maximum output  
levels of signals received at the SPEAKERS jacks. If the output  
level is +4dB (Level Meter “0”), the internal power amplifier  
will deliver 80W into a 4load. If the output level is +11dB  
(LIMITER indicator lights), the internal amplifier will deliver  
a maximum of 400W into a 4load. If you are using the  
BRIDGE jack, the internal power amplifier will deliver 160W  
into an 8load with a +4dB signal and a maximum of 800W  
into an 8load with a +11dB signal.  
MONITOR section  
K
K Level Meter  
This LED display shows the level of signals received at the  
MONITOR OUT jack (input/output panel 7).  
Note: The SPEAKERS 1 & 2 jacks (rear panel 1) out-  
put the signals received at the MONITOR OUT jack via  
the internal power amplifier. Check the output signal  
level via the LIMITER indicator (M).  
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POWER AMP section  
M LIMITER indicator  
If the output level of signals received  
at the SPEAKERS output jacks (out-  
M
put of the internal power amplifier)  
reaches maximum, the indicator will  
light.  
Caution: If the LIMITER indicator flashes continuous-  
ly, the internal power amplifier section is being exces-  
sively overloaded and may malfunction. Reduce the  
output level at the Master controls (EJ) below the lev-  
el that the indicator flashes only briefly on the highest  
transient peaks.  
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Block and Level diagram  
8 k H z  
4 k H z  
2 k H z  
1 k H z  
8 k H z  
4 k H z  
2 k H z  
1 k H z  
8 k H z  
4 k H z  
2 k H z  
1 k H z  
5 0 0 H z 5 0 0 H z  
2 5 0 H z 2 5 0 H z  
1 2 5 H z 1 2 5 H z  
5 0 0 H z  
2 5 0 H z  
1 2 5 H z  
O R ( N O M N O - M N U I T T E )  
M A I N R ( N O N - M U T E )  
M A I N L ( N O N - M U T E )  
O R  
M O N I T  
E F F E C T  
M A I N R  
M A I N L  
H i  
M i d  
L o  
H i  
M i d  
L o  
H i  
M i d  
L o  
E F F E C T  
A L D I G I T  
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Precautions  
WARNING  
• Do not remove the units cover. You could receive an electrical  
shock. If you think internal inspection, maintenance, or repair  
is necessary, contact your dealer.  
• Do not modify the unit. Doing so is a fire and electrical shock  
hazard.  
• If lightning begins to occur, turn off the power switch of the  
unit as soon as possible, and unplug the power cable plug from  
the electrical outlet.  
Installation  
• Connect this units power cord only to an AC outlet of the type  
stated in this Owners Manual or as marked on the unit. Failure  
to do so is a fire and electrical shock hazard.  
• Do not allow water to enter this unit or allow the unit to  
become wet. Fire or electrical shock may result.  
• Do not place a container with liquid or small metal objects on  
top of this unit. Liquid or metal objects inside this unit are a fire  
and electrical shock hazard.  
• Do not place heavy objects, including this unit, on top of the  
power cord. A damaged power cord is a fire and electrical shock  
hazard. In particular, be careful not to place heavy objects on a  
power cord covered by a carpet.  
• Use only the included power cord for this unit. Using other  
types may be a fire and electrical shock hazard.  
• The power to this device is not completely shut off even when  
the power switch is turned off. Locate the device close to the AC  
outlet so you can easily reach the power plug.  
• If there is a possibility of lightning, do not touch the power  
cable plug if it is still connected. Doing so may be an electrical  
shock hazard.  
In case an abnormality occurs during operation  
• If the power cord is damaged (i.e., cut or a bare wire is  
exposed), ask your dealer for a replacement. Using the unit  
with a damaged power cord is a fire and electrical shock hazard.  
• Should this unit be dropped or the cabinet be damaged, turn the  
power switch off, remove the power plug from the AC outlet,  
and contact your dealer. If you continue using the unit without  
heeding this instruction, fire or electrical shock may result.  
• If you notice any abnormality, such as smoke, odor, or noise, or  
if a foreign object or liquid gets inside the unit, turn it off  
immediately. Remove the power cord from the AC outlet. Con-  
sult your dealer for repair. Using the unit in this condition is a  
fire and electrical shock hazard.  
Operation  
• Do not scratch, bend, twist, pull, or heat the power cord. A  
damaged power cord is a fire and electrical shock hazard.  
CAUTION  
Operation  
Installation  
• Use only speaker cables when connecting speakers to amplifier  
outputs. Using other types of cables is a fire hazard.  
• Hold the power cord plug when disconnecting it from an AC  
outlet. Never pull the cord. A damaged power cord is a poten-  
tial fire and electrical shock hazard.  
• Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Doing so is a  
potential electrical shock hazard.  
• This unit has ventilation holes at the rear to prevent the internal  
temperature rising too high. Do not block them. Blocked venti-  
lation holes are a fire hazard.  
Maintenance  
• Clean the contacts of the phone plug before connecting it to the  
SPEAKERS jack of this unit. Dirty contacts may generate heat.  
• When rack-mounting the unit, allow enough free space around  
the unit for normal ventilation. This should be10 cm at the  
sides, 15 cm behind, and 25 cm above.  
For normal ventilation during use, remove the rear of the rack  
or open a ventilation hole.  
If the airflow is not adequate, the unit will heat up inside and  
may cause a fire.  
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION  
– FOR CORRECT OPERATION –  
Connector pin assignments  
Influence on cell phone usage  
• XLR-type connectors are wired as follows: pin 1: ground, pin 2:  
hot (+), and pin 3: cold (-).  
• Using a cell phone (mobile telephone) near this unit may induce  
noise. If noise occurs, use the telephone away from the unit.  
Replacing abrasive parts  
Volume level setting  
• The performance of components with moving contacts, such  
switches, rotary controls, faders, and connectors, deteriorates  
over time. The rate of deterioration depends on the operating  
environment and is unavoidable. Consult your dealer about  
replacing defective components.  
• Do not set all equalizer controls and faders to maximum.  
Doing so may cause oscillation depending on the condition of  
the connected unit and speakers, and may damage the speakers.  
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Introduction  
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha EMX88S/EMX68S Powered Mixer. The  
EMX88S/EMX68S has the following features.  
In order to take full advantage of the EMX88S/EMX68S and enjoy long and trouble-free  
performance, please read this owners manual carefully, and keep it in a safe place for  
future reference.  
Features  
• The EMX88S/EMX68S features eight input channels  
less, and reduced heat generation to 35% or less (in  
field applications, compared to Yamahas previous  
models), and has lead to a reduction in energy cost  
and to less-restrictive installation requirements related  
to heat generation.  
(EMX88S), six input channels (EMX68S) that support  
a wide range of audio sources, from microphones to  
line-level devices. The microphone input for each  
channel has +15 V phantom power for use with con-  
denser-type microphones.  
Two powerful main amps are built-in to deliver 400W  
+ 400W (800W monaural when bridged).  
According to your needs, the output signal to the  
power amps can be either stereo [MAIN L-R], [MAIN  
(L+R)] + monitor [MAIN (L+R) - MON], or [MAIN  
(L+R)] (bridge connection).  
Contents  
Introduction........................................................... 5  
Features ...............................................................5  
EMX88S/EMX68S Quick Guide .................................6  
  Stereo  
Front and rear panel .................................................10  
Control panel ......................................................10  
Input/output panel............................................... 14  
Rear panel.......................................................... 16  
Installation ..........................................................16  
The stereo-mixed main signal will be output from  
speaker output jacks A and B of the EMX88S/  
EMX68S. Either one or two speakers can be con-  
nected to each set of speaker jacks.  
  [MAIN (L+R)] + monitor  
The monaural-mixed main signal will be output  
from speaker jacks A of the EMX88S/EMX68S, and  
the monitor signal will be output from speaker  
jacks B. Either one or two speakers can be con-  
nected to each set of speaker jacks.  
Connections .............................................................17  
Basic Operation ........................................................20  
Connecting microphones and instruments .........20  
Sending an independent mix to the monitor speak-  
ers ...................................................................20  
  [MAIN (L+R)] (bridge connection)  
The two power amps will be bridged, and the mon-  
aural-mixed main signal will be output from the  
BRIDGE jack. This allows high-volume output  
when using only one speaker.  
Using the digital effect ........................................20  
Example setups ........................................................22  
As a conference PA system/installed sound  
system ............................................................ 22  
• Individual seven-band graphic equalizers are provided  
to the main and the monitor sections. In this way, you  
can individually adjust the volume level and frequency  
response of the main speakers and monitor speakers.  
As a band PA...................................................... 23  
Installing an optional rack mount kit .........................25  
Troubleshooting .......................................................26  
Specifications ...........................................................27  
Two limiter circuits are built-in to prevent excessive  
input levels to the amp.  
General specifications ........................................27  
Input specifications .............................................28  
• The 16 built-in effect types are equivalent in quality to  
those of the acclaimed Yamaha SPX series of multi-  
effect units, and allow a variety of effects to be applied  
to add reverb or ambience to vocals or instruments.  
The16 types include TAP DELAY, which lets you easily  
adjust the delay time.  
Output specifications ..........................................28  
Dimensions .........................................................29  
Block and Level diagram ....................................30  
• The EMX88S/EMX68S has implemented “EEEngine,  
Yamahas epochal amp drive technology to create an  
unrivaled high-efficiency drive.  
The EEEngines energy-saver/low-heat-generation  
design has reduced power consumption to 50% or  
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EMX88S/EMX68S Quick Guide  
Never connect the speakers in the manner shown  
below. Otherwise, the EMX88S/EMX68Ss built-  
in power amplifier will be damaged.  
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Quick Guide  
The following steps (1–5) explain the basic con-  
nection and operation of the EMX88S/EMX68S.  
Also, please read “Front and Rear Panel” and  
“Basic Operation” following this Quick Guide  
section to learn more about using the EMX88S/  
EMX68S.  
STEP 1  
Connection  
Connecting speakers  
Using speaker cables, connect each speaker to the  
SPEAKERS A 1 jack and to the B 1 jack in the  
SPEAKERS jack section on the rear panel of the  
EMX88S/EMX68S.  
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Setting the power amplifier mode  
• The diagram above shows an example of connecting  
two main speakers. Refer to pages 17–18 for other  
connection examples.  
Set the power amp select switch (located on the  
right corner on the panel) to MAIN L-R.  
You may connect to either of the two jacks on the  
speakers.  
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• Be sure to use a cable designed for speaker connec-  
tion.  
Power amp select switch  
• This Quick Guide assumes that two main speakers  
are connected. Refer to pages 13, 17, 18 for other  
connections and power amp select switch settings.  
• When the power amp select switch is set to the  
MAIN L-R position, the stereo L signal will be out-  
put from the SPEAKERS A jacks, and the stereo R  
signal will be output from the SPEAKERS B jacks.  
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Connecting a microphone  
Connecting a CD player, MD player, and/or cassette  
deck  
Make sure that the power is turned off to the  
EMX88S/EMX68S.  
Connect a CD player or MD player to the 2TR IN  
jacks. Refer to the operation manual of the corre-  
sponding device for more information on the  
input and output of the device.  
Connect a microphone to the Low-Z jack or MIC  
jack.  
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Microphone  
Using a condenser microphone  
CD player  
Recorder  
(Cassette, DAT, MD)  
Turn on the PHANTOM switch (located in the upper  
right corner on the panel).  
To connect a second player, use the LINE jack or Hi-  
Z jack.  
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You cannot use the Hi-Z jack and the Low-Z jack for  
the same channel at the same time. If a microphone  
has already been connected to the Low-Z jack of a  
channel, you cannot connect a player to the Hi-Z  
jack of the channel.  
• Connect a recorder to the REC OUT jacks.  
PHANTOM switch  
• Do not connect or disconnect a condenser micro-  
phone while the power to the unit is on and the  
PHANTOM switch has been turned on.  
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EMX88S/EMX68S Quick Guide  
Connecting an electric acoustic guitar or electric  
bass  
If you wish to connect multiple instruments,  
make a monaural connection as shown below.  
Connect an electric acoustic guitar or electric  
bass to the Super Hi-Z jacks.  
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You can also use the Hi-Z jacks and Super Hi-Z  
jacks to connect multiple instruments. You cannot  
use the Hi-Z jack and the Low-Z jack for the same  
channel at the same time. If a microphone has  
already been connected to the Low-Z jack of a chan-  
nel, you cannot connect an instrument to the Hi-Z  
jack of the channel.  
Electric-acoustic  
guitar  
Electric  
bass  
• If you wish to use a guitar signal processor or bass  
effect unit, connect them to the Hi-Z jack or LINE  
jack. You cannot use the Hi-Z jack and the Low-Z  
jack for the same channel at the same time. If a  
microphone has already been connected to the Low-  
Z jack of a channel, you cannot connect the effect  
unit to the Hi-Z jack of the channel.  
STEP 2  
Power on  
1 Turn on the power to all external devices con-  
nected to the EMX88S/EMX68S.  
2 Make sure that the MASTER controls in the  
MONITOR section and the MAIN section are set  
to “0,then press the POWER switch on the  
EMX88S/EMX68S to turn on the power.  
Connecting an electronic musical instrument  
To the EMX88S/EMX68Ss LINE jacks, you can  
connect an electronic musical instrument such as  
a synthesizer, drum machine, signal processor  
connected to an electric guitar, etc. Refer to the  
diagram below to make a stereo connection from  
the output jacks (such as L/MONO and R) of an  
electronic musical instrument to the LINE jacks  
in stereo.  
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• Be sure to follow the power up sequence specified  
above to prevent the speakers from being damaged.  
To correct the low range, turn on the YAMAHA  
SPEAKER PROCESSING switch in the upper right  
corner of the panel.  
Synthesizer,  
Drum machine,  
Guitar processor  
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STEP 3  
STEP 4  
Sound output  
Applying built-in effects  
Set the MASTER control in the MAIN section to  
1 Turn on the ON switch in the DIGITAL EFFECT  
section. The ON switch indicator lights up.  
2 Using the Program selector, select one of 16 effect  
types.  
3 Adjust the amount of effect applied by using the  
EFFECT control of the target channel and the  
EFFECT RTN control in the MAIN section.  
,” then while playing an instrument con-  
nected to a channel to be checked (or while  
speaking to a connected microphone), adjust the  
LEVEL control of the corresponding channel so  
that the 0 LED of the peak level indicator in the  
MAIN section will light up momentarily.  
• Do not press the PAD switch if sound is input from  
the microphone. Otherwise, press the PAD switch  
on.  
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• If you are using one of the speakers as a monitor  
speaker, use the MASTER control of the MONITOR  
section to adjust its volume.  
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STEP 5  
Power off  
1 Press the POWER switch of the EMX88S/EMX68S  
to turn off the power to the unit.  
2 Turn off the power to all connected devices.  
• Note that if the LIMITER indicator stays lit for a  
long time, the built-in amplifier and speakers may  
be damaged.  
• Be sure to follow the power off sequence specified  
above to prevent the speakers from being dam-  
aged.  
• Set the MASTER controls in the MAIN section  
and the MONITOR section to “0” for use next  
time (so that a loud noise will not sound the next  
time you turn on the power to the unit).  
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10 Front and rear panel  
Front and rear panel  
Control panel  
  Channel section  
Use these controls to adjust factors such as the  
equalization, (frequency response), volume,  
effect and monitor output level for the input sig-  
nal to each channel.  
2MONITOR control  
For each channel, this controls the amount of sig-  
nal that is sent to the MONITOR bus.  
The signal of the MONITOR bus is sent to the  
MONITOR jacks (input/output panel 7).  
Note: The signal is sent to the MONITOR bus  
from a location before the level control (5) of  
each channel. This means that it will not be af-  
fected by the setting of the Level control.  
1
3EFFECT control  
For each channel, this controls the amount of sig-  
nal that is sent to the EFFECT bus.  
The signal of the EFFECT bus is sent to the built-  
in digital effect, and to the EFFECT OUT jacks  
(input/output panel 4).  
2
3
4
Note: The signal is sent to the EFFECT bus  
from a location after the level control (5) of  
each channel. This means that the amount of  
signal that is sent to the EFFECT bus will be af-  
fected not only by the setting of the effect con-  
trol, but also by the setting of the level control.  
5
6
4PAN control (BAL/ PAN control for CH7/ 8  
(EMX88S), CH5/ 6 (EMX68S))  
This knob adjusts the stereo image (L/R) for each  
channel. Adjust for equal volume on left and  
right with a sound source input to the CH7 and 8  
(EMX88S), CH5 and 6 (EMX68S) LINE connec-  
tors (L/R).  
1Equalizer controls (HIGH, MID, LOW)  
This is a 3-band equalizer that adjusts the high  
frequency range, mid frequency range, and low  
frequency range of each channel. Response is flat  
when the knobs are in the “ ” position. Rotating  
it toward the right will boost the corresponding  
frequency band, and rotating it toward the left  
will cut it.  
5LEVEL control  
This adjusts the output level for each channel.  
6PAD switch (16 (EMX88S) only, 14  
(EMX68S) only)  
This switch attenuates the input signal by 30 dB.  
When connecting a line level device to channels  
1–6 (EMX88S), 1–4 (EMX68S), or if the mic  
input is distorted, turn this switch on (the  
pressed-in position).  
The base frequency (or center frequency), range  
of boost or cut, and equalizer type of each band  
are as follows.  
HIGH: 10 kHz ±15 dB shelving type  
MID:  
2.5 kHz ±15 dB peaking type  
LOW: 100 Hz ±15 dB shelving type  
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val between the last two presses will be set as the  
delay time. The specified time will be remem-  
bered even if the power is turned off.  
  DIGITAL EFFECT section  
This section allows you to turn the built-in digital  
effect on/off and to select the effect type.  
The LED beside the switch will blink in synchro-  
nization with the delay time only when the effect  
type is TAP DELAY.  
  MAIN section  
This section allows you to adjust the tone and  
volume of the stereo (MAIN L, R) bus, the mix  
level of the built-in effect, and the mix level of the  
external input.  
A
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8
F
E
9
0
B C D  
AGraphic equalizer  
7PROGRAM selector  
The EMX88S/EMX68S has a 7-band graphic  
equalizer for adjusting the frequency response of  
the stereo (MAIN L, R) bus signal. This allows  
you to cut or boost each frequency band by a  
maximum of ±12dB.  
This knob selects the effect type for the internal  
digital effect.  
8PARAMETER control  
This knob adjusts the parameter of the internal  
digital effect.  
These graphic equalizer settings affect both the  
stereo (MAIN L, R) bus signal output to the  
speakers and the line level signal output from the  
MAIN (STEREO) jack (input/output panel 7).  
* If TAP DELAY is selected by the PROGRAM  
selector, this adjusts the amount of feedback.  
9DIGITAL EFFECT ON switch  
Use this switch to turn the digital effect on and  
off. When this switch is on, the effect bus signal  
processed with the built-in digital effect is sent to  
the stereo (MAIN L, R) bus and MONITOR bus.  
The mix level of the effect sound is adjusted with  
the EFFECT RTN control in the MAIN and  
MONITOR sections.  
BEFFECT RTN control  
Use this control to adjust the effect signal sent to the  
stereo (MAIN L, R) bus from the built-in digital  
effect.  
CAUX IN control  
This control adjusts the amount of signal that is  
sent from the AUX IN jack to the stereo (MAIN  
L, R) bus.  
The LED beside the switch will light when the  
effect is on.  
0TAP switch  
Only if the PROGRAM selector has selected  
TAP DELAY as the internal effect type, you can  
press this switch to set the desired delay time.  
Press the TAP switch several times, and the inter-  
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12 Front and rear panel  
These graphic equalizer settings affect both the  
MONITOR bus signal output to the speakers and  
the line level signal sent from MONITOR jack  
signal (input/output panel 7).  
D2TR IN control  
This adjusts the amount of signal that is sent  
from the 2TR IN jacks to the stereo (MAIN L, R)  
bus.  
HEFFECT RTN control  
EMASTER control  
This control adjusts the effect signal level sent to  
the MONITOR bus from the built-in digital  
effect.  
This control adjusts the stereo (MAIN L, R) bus  
signal output level.  
This setting is output to the SPEAKERS A, B,  
BRIDGE jacks and the MAIN (STEREO) jack  
(input/output panel 7) on the rear panel and  
appears in the stereo (MAIN L, R) bus signal.  
I2TR IN control  
This control adjusts the amount of signal that is  
sent from the 2TR IN jacks to the MONITOR  
bus.  
FPeak level indicator  
This indicator allows you to monitor the level of  
the signal which is output from the MAIN (STE-  
REO) jack (input/output panel 7).  
JMASTER control  
This control adjusts the MONITOR bus signal  
output level.  
This setting is output to both the front and rear  
panel MONITOR jacks and appears in the MON-  
ITOR bus signal.  
Note: To avoid distortion, adjust the MASTER  
control (E) so that the 0 indicator lights occa-  
sionally.  
KPeak level indicator  
This indicator allows you to monitor the level of  
the signal which is output from the MONITOR  
jack (input/output panel 7).  
  MONITOR section  
Note: To avoid distortion, adjust the MASTER  
control (J) so that the 0 indicator lights occa-  
sionally.  
This section allows you to adjust the tone and  
volume of the MONITOR bus, and specify the  
mix level of the built-in digital effect.  
G
  PHANTOM switch, indicator  
K
L
H
J
LPHANTOM ON, OFF switch  
This switch turns the phantom power supply on/  
off for the Low-Z XLR type input jacks of chan-  
nels 1–6 (EMX88S), 1–4 (EMX68S).  
I
Turn this switch off if you do not use it.  
GGraphic equalizer  
The EMX88S/EMX68S has a 7-band graphic  
equalizer for adjusting the frequency response of  
the MONITOR bus signal. This allows you to cut  
or boost each frequency band by a maximum of  
±12dB. You can use these sliders to reduce the  
level of frequency bands at which feedback easily  
occurs. Frequency response is flat when a slider is  
in the center position. Moving a slider in the pos-  
itive direction will boost, and in the negative  
direction will cut.  
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Control panel 13  
  POWER AMP section  
  YAMAHA SPEAKER PROCESSING  
Here you can select the operating mode of the  
power amp. You can also check the operation of  
the limiter circuit.  
OON/ OFF switch  
This switch enables you to compensate the low  
range of the speakers. The low range balance  
when this switch is on varies depending on the  
speakers.  
First, check the low range balance by auditioning  
the resultant sound, then set this switch to on or  
off.  
M
N
O
MLIMITER indicator  
This indicator lights up when the level of the sig-  
nal output from the power amp section reaches  
the maximum and the limiter is activated. Adjust  
appropriate control so that the indicator lights up  
for only a short while when the signal reaches the  
maximum level.  
  STAND-BY  
PON/ OFF switch  
This switch mutes (silences) the input signals  
from channels 1–8 (EMX88S) or channels 1–6  
(EMX68S). The indicator will blink when this  
switch is on.  
Note: The indicator lights up or flashes for a  
longer duration if the power amp section is sig-  
nificantly overloaded, which could result in  
malfunction. Avoid such a situation.  
The on/off setting of this switch does not affect  
the signal from the AUX IN jacks or 2TR IN  
jacks.  
NPower amp select switch  
P
Select one of the following settings to specify the  
signals to be routed to the corresponding jacks  
according to the speaker connection at the  
SPEAKERS jacks 1on the rear panel.  
  Power switch and indicator  
MAIN L-R  
The stereo (MAIN L, R) bus signals are output  
from the SPEAKERS A 1, 2 jacks and the SPEAK-  
ERS B 1, 2 jacks. The final level of these signals is  
adjusted by the MAIN MASTER control.  
MAIN (L+R)-MON  
The MONITOR bus signals are output from the  
SPEAKERS B 1, 2 jacks, and a monaural signal  
that is a mix of the stereo (MAIN L, R) bus sig-  
nals is output from the SPEAKERS A 1, 2 jacks.  
The final level of these signals is adjusted by the  
MAIN MASTER control and the MONITOR  
MASTER control.  
Q
QPower ON/ OFF switch and indicator  
This switch turns the power of the EMX88S/  
EMX68S on/off. When the switch is turned on,  
MONO (BRIDGE)  
The monaural signal that is a mix of the stereo  
(MAIN L, R) bus is output from the BRIDGE  
jack. The final level of this signal is adjusted by  
the MAIN MASTER control. Set the switch to  
this position when you connect only a single  
speaker for high-volume amplification.  
the indicator lights up.  
Note: Before turning the EMX88S/EMX68S on/  
off, turn down the MASTER controls of the  
MONITOR and MAIN section.  
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14 Front and rear panel  
Input/ output panel  
2
4
1
3 5 6  
7
1Channel input jacks (Hi-Z, Low-Z)  
16 (EMX88S), 14 (EMX68S)  
These are the input jacks for channels  
1–6 (EMX88S), 1–4 (EMX68S).  
2Super Hi-Z jacks  
These two phone jacks are the input connectors  
for input channel 5–6 (EMX88S), 3–4 (EMX68S).  
They are unbalanced, can be used simulta-  
neously, and their high input impedance makes  
them ideal for use with instruments such as elec-  
tric-acoustic guitar and electric bass. They can  
also be used with line-level sources, such as syn-  
thesizers and drum machines.  
By using the PAD switches (control panel 6) you  
can connect any of the jacks to a wide range of  
sources from mics to line level devices (synthesiz-  
ers or rhythm boxes etc.). The Low-Z jacks can  
provide +15 V phantom power, allowing you to  
use condenser microphones.  
3Channel input jacks (MIC/ LINE)  
78 (EMX88S), 55 (EMX68S)  
These are the input jacks for channels  
7–8 (EMX88S), 5–6 (EMX68S).  
Both Hi-Z and Low-Z are balanced, and are com-  
patible with microphones of output impedance  
50–600or line level devices of 600. The nom-  
inal input level is from –40 dB to –10 dB for the  
Hi-Z jacks, and from –50 dB to –20 dB for the  
Low-Z jacks.  
Connect microphones to the MIC jacks. Connect  
line-level devices, such as synthesizers to LINE L  
(MONO)/R jacks if the devices are stereo sound  
sources. Use the LINE L (MONO) jack if the  
devices are monaural sound sources. The MIC  
jacks can provide +15 V phantom power, allow-  
ing you to use condenser microphones.  
Pin connections for the Hi-Z and Low-Z jacks are  
as follows.  
Low-Z jacks  
(XLR type)  
Hi-Z jacks  
(TRS phone jacks)  
The MIC jacks are balanced, and are compatible  
with microphones of output impedance 50–  
600.  
The LINE jacks are unbalanced, and are compati-  
ble with line level devices of 600output imped-  
ance. Nominal input level is –50 dB for the MIC  
jacks and –10 dB for the LINE jacks.  
Pin 1: ground  
Pin 2: hot (+)  
Pin 3: cold (–)  
Sleeve: ground  
Tip: hot (+)  
Ring: cold (–)  
S
R
T
+ -  
- +  
GND  
GND  
Note: The MIC and LINE inputs for channel  
7 (EMX88S), 5 (EMX68S) can be used simulta-  
neously but their levels cannot be adjusted sep-  
arately (Same for channel 8 (EMX88S),  
6 (EMX68S).)  
Note: It is not possible to simultaneously use  
both the Hi-Z and Low-Z inputs of a given  
channel. For each channel, use only one of the  
inputs as appropriate for the input source.  
Phantom power is switched on/off in simulta-  
neously for channels 1–8 (EMX88S), 1–6  
(EMX68S). For this reason, devices which do  
not require phantom power must be connected  
to the Hi-Z or LINE jacks if the PHANTOM  
switch (control panel L) is on.  
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4EFFECT OUT jack  
7REC OUT/ MAIN (STEREO)/ MONITOR-  
OUTPUT jacks  
The input of an external effect such as a delay or  
echo can be connected to this jack.  
These are output jacks which send line level sig-  
nals from the EMX88S/EMX68S to external  
devices. A stereo recording device such as a cas-  
sette recorder or MD recorder can be connected  
to the REC OUT jacks, and a playback device  
such a power amp can be connected to the MON-  
ITOR and MAIN (STEREO) jacks. The signals  
sent from each jack are as follows.  
The signal adjusted by the EFFECT control of  
each channel will be sent to the EFFECT bus, its  
level adjusted by the EFFECT OUT control, and  
output from this jack.  
The nominal output level and impedance are  
+4 dB/10 k.  
5FOOT SW jack  
REC OUT jacks: The stereo (MAIN L, R)  
bus signal before it has passed through the  
MASTER control and graphic equalizer  
You can connect a Yamaha FC5 foot switch (sold  
separately) to this jack and use it to turn the  
built-in digital effect on and off. The Digital  
Effect ON switch on the front panel must always  
be set to ON in order to use the foot switch.  
MONITOR jack: The MONITOR bus signal  
which has passed through the MONITOR  
MASTER control and graphic equalizer  
6AUX IN/ 2TR IN-INPUT TO MAIN jacks  
These are input jacks that allow the signal from  
an external device to be added to the MAIN out-  
put.  
MAIN (STEREO) jack: The stereo (MAIN L,  
R) bus signal which has passed through the  
MAIN MASTER control and graphic equal-  
izer  
AUX IN jacks: Connect these jacks to the  
output jacks of an external effects processor.  
If the effects processor has a stereo output,  
connect it to the AUX IN L (MONO) and R  
jacks. If it has monaural output, use the AUX  
IN L (MONO) jack. Signal input to these  
jacks is sent to the stereo (MAIN L, R) bus.  
The nominal output level and impedance are  
–10 dBV/10 kfor the REC OUT jacks, and  
+4 dB/10 kfor the MONITOR/MAIN (STE-  
REO) jacks.  
2TR IN jacks: Use these jacks to connect a  
stereo device, such as a cassette player or a  
CD player. The signals input to these jacks is  
sent to the stereo (MAIN L, R) bus.  
The nominal input level and impedance are –10 dB/  
600for the AUX IN jack, and –10 dBV/600Ω  
for the 2TR IN jacks.  
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16 Front and rear panel  
Rear panel  
2
1
1Speaker output jacks (SPEAKERS)  
Connect speakers here. The EMX88S/EMX68S  
has two internal power amps. There are three  
ways in which speakers can be connected to the  
EMX88S/EMX68S.  
2AC IN socket  
Connect the included power cord to this socket.  
Connect the plug of the power cord to an AC out-  
let that meets the requirements stated in the spec-  
ifications in this document.  
Two-channel connection  
Two-channel parallel connection  
Bridge connection  
At this time, use the power amp select switch N  
on the control panel to select a signal sent to the  
correct jacks.  
page.  
Installation  
The EMX88S/EMX68S uses a forced cooling system with intake on the bottom of the rear panel and exhaust  
on the top of the rear panel to avoid blocking the heated air flow.  
Front  
NO  
15cm  
or less  
NO  
Exhaust  
Front  
Intake  
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Connections 17  
Connections  
When connecting various devices, make sure the cables and plugs have the correct rating.  
Be sure to use cables designed for the purpose when you connect speakers to speaker jacks.  
  Connecting main speakers  
There are three ways in which speakers can be connected to the EMX88S/EMX68S.  
The speaker impedance requirement varies depending on how you connect the speakers. Refer to the dia-  
grams below to make sure the speaker impedance will not be lower than the specified value.  
  When the power amp select switch is set to MAIN L-R or MAIN (L+R)-MON:  
• 2-channel connections  
Connect either one or two speakers each to jacks A and jacks B.  
If the power amp select switch is set to MAIN L-R, the signals of the MAIN L and MAIN R buses will be out-  
put respectively to the speakers connected to the A and B jacks. If the power amp select switch is set to MAIN  
(L+R)-MON, the summed signals of the MAIN L bus + R bus and the signal of the MONITOR bus will be  
output respectively to jacks A and B.  
For either setting of the switch, use speakers with an impedance in the range of 4–8 ohms if you are connect-  
ing only one speaker to each set of outputs. A maximum output of 400W + 400W will be obtained when 4-  
ohm speakers are used.  
Power amp select switch  
Not used  
or  
48Ω  
48Ω  
• 2-channel parallel connections  
If you connect two speakers to each set of outputs, use speakers with an impedance in the range of 8–16 ohms.  
A maximum output of 400W + 400W will be obtained when 8-ohm speakers are used.  
Power amp select switch  
Not used  
or  
816816Ω  
816816Ω  
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  When the power amp select switch is set to MAIN (L+R) BRIDGE:  
Bridge connection  
Connect only one 8–16 ohm speaker to the BRIDGE jack. The speaker will output the combined signal of the  
MAIN L bus + R bus. A maximum output of 800 W will be obtained when an 8-ohm speaker is used.  
Power amp select switch  
Not used  
Not used  
816Ω  
Caution:  
When using two-channel connection or two-channel parallel connection, do not connect a speaker to the  
BRIDGE jack.  
When using a bridge connection, do not connect a speaker to either the A or B jacks.  
The BRIDGE jack has a protective cap that prevents a speaker from being accidentally connected to it when  
you are using two-channel or two-channel parallel connections. Remove this protective cap only when mak-  
ing a bridge connection.  
  Connecting a monitor speaker  
You can connect a powered speaker to the MONITOR jack.  
VOL  
Powered monitor  
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Connections 19  
  Example connections  
Synthesizer, Drum Box  
Cassette Deck  
CD Player  
Foot switch  
(YAMAHA FC5)  
Microphone  
88  
Effect Processor  
Main Speakers  
Electric bass  
Electric-acoustic  
guitar  
Power amp  
* Speakers normally connect to the jacks on  
the rear panel. When more speaker outputs  
are needed, use the MAIN (STEREO) jacks  
are for stereo output and the MONITOR  
jack is for monaural output.  
Monitor Speakers  
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20 Basic Operation  
Basic Operation  
This section explains basic operation of the EMX88S/EMX68S.  
Connecting microphones  
and instruments  
Sending an independent  
mix to the monitor speakers  
1Before connecting mics or instruments, 1Set the MONITOR section MASTER con-  
make sure that the power of all equip-  
ment (where applicable) is turned off.  
Also make sure that the level controls of  
each channel of the EMX88S/ EMX68S  
and the MASTER control of the MAIN sec-  
tion are turned down.  
trol to the “ ” position.  
2Adjust the MONITOR control to increase  
the level of the channel you want to hear  
from the monitor speaker, and also adjust  
so that the peak level meter 0 LED of the  
monitor section lights up occasionally.  
2Connect cables to your mics and instru-  
ments, and insert the other end of the  
cable rmly into the appropriate Low-Z/  
Hi-Z jack or the MIC/ LINE jack.  
Note: The MONITOR controls are not affected  
by the level settings of each channel. This allows  
you to create a mix that is independent of the  
MAIN section.  
Note: When connecting a line level device to  
channels 1–6 (EMX88S), 1–4 (EMX68S), turn  
on the PAD switch.  
3Use the graphic equalizers and MASTER  
controls of the MAIN/ MONITOR sections  
to adjust the overall volume and tone.  
You cannot use a channels Low-Z and Hi-Z  
jacks, and MIC and LINE jacks at the same  
time.  
Using the digital effect  
3Turn the power on in the order of periph-  
eral devices   EMX88S/ EMX68S.  
The EMX88S/EMX68S has a built-in digital  
effect, allowing reverberation or ambiance to be  
added to vocals or instrumental sounds.  
Note: When turning the power off, reverse this  
sequence.  
1Connect a mic or instrument to the  
desired channels, and adjust the volume  
and tone.  
4Set the MAIN section MASTER control to  
the “ ” position.  
2Press the DIGITAL EFFECT ON switch of  
Adjusts the stereo image of each channel using  
the PAN or BAL/PAN controls. (Adjust the bal-  
ance between the left and right volume levels of  
the sound sources connected to the LINE con-  
nectors L/R.)  
the DIGITAL EFFECT section.  
3Use the PROGRAM selector of the DIGI-  
TAL EFFECT section to select the effect  
type.  
5While speaking into the mic (while play-  
ing the instrument), adjust the channel  
LEVEL control so that the 0 LED of the  
MAIN section peak level meter lights  
occasionally.  
4Raise the EFFECT control of the channels  
to which you wish to apply the digital  
effect.  
5Use the MAIN/ MONITOR section EFFECT  
RTN control to adjust the level of the  
sound processed by the effect.  
6If you wish to adjust the tone of each  
channel, rotate the equalizer controls as  
desired.  
Note: If the effect sound is distorted even if the  
EFFECT RTN is turned all the way down, lower  
the EFFECT controls of each channel.  
7Use the MAIN section graphic equalizer  
and MASTER control to adjust the overall  
volume and tone.  
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Using the digital effect 21  
Controllable parameter  
No.  
Program  
Description  
Parameter  
Variable range  
Reverberation simulating a spacious expanse  
such as a concert hall.  
Reverb time  
Reverb time  
Reverb time  
Reverb time  
0.310.0s  
REVERB HALL  
REVERB ROOM  
REVERB PLATE  
Reverberation simulating the acoustics of a small  
room.  
0.33.2s  
0.310.0s  
0.310.0s  
Simulation of a plate reverb device. Produces a  
hard-sounding reverberation.  
Ideal reverb for vocals.  
REVERB VOCAL 1  
REVERB VOCAL 2  
Ideal echo for vocals.  
Delay time  
Delay time  
Room size  
0800ms  
0800ms  
0.110.0  
VOCAL ECHO 1  
VOCAL ECHO 2  
Delay effect that delays the signal.  
DELAY 1  
DELAY 2  
An effect produced by modifying the early reec-  
tions. It lets you add depth to the sound, or create  
echo-like effects.  
EARLY REF.  
GATE REVERB  
VOCAL DOUBLER  
SYMPHONIC  
FLANGE  
An effect produced by cutting the reverberation.  
Room size  
0.15.0  
050  
Produces an effect as though two people were  
singing.  
Pitch ne  
Gives a richly layered depth to the sound.  
Depth  
0100%  
Adds a sense of pitch to the tone. Effective on  
sounds that contain numerous overtones.  
Modulation  
frequency  
0.054.00Hz  
DISTORTION  
The well-known effect used to distort the sound.  
Drive  
0100  
This effect sets the delay time to the interval at  
which you actually press the switch.The amount of  
feedback can be adjusted by the PARAMETER  
control. The LED will blink in synchronization with  
the delay time.  
Feedback gain 099%  
Delay time 100ms (600bpm)–  
TAP DELAY  
2690ms (22.3bpm)*  
* The LED can not blink any faster than an interval of 256 ms (234.3 bpm).  
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22 Example setups  
Example setups  
This section provides some ways in which the EMX88S/EMX68S can be used, and explains connections and  
operation.  
As a conference PA system/ installed sound system  
This example shows the EMX88S/EMX68S used as a conference PA system or sound system. A sound mix dif-  
ferent from that of the main speakers can be sent to the powered monitor speakers connected to the MONI-  
TOR jack.  
Main Speakers  
Set to MAIN L-R  
SPEAKERS B1/2  
Powered  
monitor  
Main Speakers  
VOL  
SPEAKERS A1/2  
Microphone  
CD Player  
Cassette Deck  
• Connect the main speakers to the SPEAKERS B1  
or 2 jacks and the SPEAKERS A1 or 2 jacks.  
Connections  
• Connect mics to channel input jacks.  
• Connect the powered monitor speakers to the  
MONITOR jack.  
• If you wish to use an external device such as a CD  
player or LD player, connect the outputs of the  
device to the 2TR IN jacks of the EMX88S/  
EMX68S.  
Playing back a CD player  
1Turn the power on in the order of periph-  
eral devices   EMX88S/ EMX68S.  
Note: You can connect a stereo playback device,  
such as a CD player or an LD player, to channels  
7–8 (EMX88S), 5–6 (EMX68S) LINE inputs.  
The MIC and LINE inputs of channel 7 can be  
used simultaneously but their levels cannot be  
separately adjusted. (Same for channel  
2Adjust the MASTER control of the MAIN  
section to the “ ” position.  
3Start playback on the CD player, and use  
the MAIN section 2TR IN control to adjust  
the level so that the 0 LED of the MAIN  
section peak level meter does not light.  
8 (EMX88S), 6 (EMX68S))  
• If you wish to record the audio from the mics to a  
cassette deck, connect the REC OUT jacks of the  
EMX88S/EMX68S to the input jacks of the cas-  
sette deck.  
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As a band PA  
Here is an example of using the EMX88S/EMX68S as a small PA for a band. In this example, an external effect  
such as delay or reverb is also being used.  
Connections  
Set to MAIN (L+R) - MON  
Main  
Speakers  
SPEAKERS A  
1
2
SPEAKERS B  
1
2
88  
Effect Processor  
Monitor Speakers  
Footswitch  
(YAMAHA FC5) (TAP)  
*1  
Microphone  
Footswitch  
(YAMAHA FC5) (EFFECT ON/OFF)  
Electric bass  
Electric-acoustic  
guitar  
Synthesizer  
*1. Although this example shows an external effects pro-  
cessor and footswitch, which is used to turn on and off  
the built-in digital effects processor, connected to the  
EMX88S/EMX68S, in practice, only one effects process-  
or, internal or external, will be used at a time, so the  
footswitch is not required when using external effects.  
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24 Example setups  
• Connect mics or instruments, such as keyboards,  
to the channel input jacks.  
Using an external effect  
1Set the EFFECT section EFFECT OUT con-  
• Connect the main speakers to the SPEAKERS A,  
B 1/2 jacks and the monitor speakers.  
trol to the “ ” position.  
2Raise the EFFECT controls for the channels  
to which you want the external effect to  
be applied.  
• If you will be using an external effect such as  
delay or reverb, connect the EMX88S/EMX68Ss  
EFFECT OUT jack to the input jack of the exter-  
nal effect, and connect the output jack of the  
external effect to the EMX88S/EMX68Ss AUX IN  
jack.  
3Adjust the input level of the external  
effect so that the sound is not distorted at  
the input of the external effect.  
4Use the MAIN section AUX IN control to  
adjust the level of the sound processed by  
the effect.  
Note: If you are using an external effect, we rec-  
ommend that you turn down the EFFECT RTN  
controls of the MAIN and MONITOR sections.  
If the external effect has a stereo output, it is  
possible to connect its output jacks to the LINE  
jacks. However in this case, be sure that the  
EFFECT controls are turned all the way down  
for the channels into which the effect sound is  
being input. If the EFFECT controls are raised,  
feedback will occur, and your speakers may be  
damaged.  
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Installing an optional rack mount kit 25  
Installing an optional rack mount kit  
You can rack-mount the EMX88S/EMX68S using  
an optional rack mount kit (RK-88).  
Installing the rack mount bracket  
1 Remove the carrying handle by loosening and  
removing four screws.  
Rack mount kit RK-88  
• Bracket × 2  
• Screw × 6  
2 Attach one of the rack mount brackets to the side  
of the EMX88S/EMX68S using three included  
screws.  
Before you rack-mount the EMX88S/EMX68S,  
make sure that sufficient ventilation will be  
maintained. (Never install the unit in a sealed  
rack.)  
If you are going to install multiple devices includ-  
ing the unit in a rack, keep a 1U space or more  
between the devices. Use a blank panel with holes  
for ventilation if you wish to insert a panel  
between the devices.  
You will need a 7U space to install the rack  
mount. After installation, the unit will project  
62 mm from the front surface of the rack.  
62  
3 Attach the other rack mount bracket in the same  
way.  
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26 Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting  
The following table describes the possible malfunctions of this device, and the appropriate actions to be taken in  
each case.  
Problem  
Cause  
Action  
Please wait. When the device cools off, normal  
operation will resume automatically. However,  
please check the following three points to prevent  
The load on the amplier of this device the problem from recurring.  
was too great, and the protection cir-  
cuit for the amplifier has operated.  
Possible reasons for the excessive load  
are an excessive level setting in the  
channel control section or main section,  
insufcient ventilation, or insufcient  
load impedance of the connected speak-  
ers.  
If the level setting is excessive, lower it to the  
nominal level.You can refer to the peak level  
indicators of the main section when doing so.  
If the device is not ventilated sufciently, refer to  
the cautions given at the beginning of this man-  
ual and take appropriate measures to insure  
adequate ventilation.  
If the load impedance (including a short) is too  
low, refer to the chapter on connections (page  
15) and change the connections so that the  
impedance is correct.  
The POWER  
indicator is lit.  
Sound is no  
longer out-  
put from the  
speakers.  
Connections between devices have  
come loose.  
Inspect the connections, and correct any faulty con-  
nections.  
Other  
The device may have malfunctioned. Please con-  
tact your dealer.  
Other  
Powered Mixer Q&A  
Q: The built-in effect is not effective.  
A: The ON switch in the DIGITAL EFFECT section may  
not be turned on. Or, you have adjusted the EFFECT  
control in the Channel section or the EFFECT RTN  
control in the MAIN section.  
Q: The monitoring sound from the speakers is not power-  
A: The equalizer LOW control for each channel may be set  
ful enough relative to the level of the input sound.  
to negative values.  
Q: The signal is sent from the EFFECT OUT jack to the  
connected effect processor. Then the effect sound is  
returned to the AUX IN jack. However, no signal is input  
to the mixer.  
A: The AUX IN control in the MAIN section may not be  
rotated to right.  
Q: An external powered speaker is connected to the MON-  
ITOR-OUTPUT jack.  
A: The MONITOR controls for input channels may not  
have been adjusted.  
However, the signal is not sent to the speaker even  
when the MASTER control in the MONITOR section is  
turned.  
Q: Can the Low-Z jack and the Hi-Z jack be used at the  
A: You cannot use the Low-Z jack and the Hi-Z jack for the  
same time?  
same channel at the same time.  
Q: Can a single speaker be connected to the mixer?  
A: Yes. Use a speaker with an impedance of 4-8 ohms.  
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Specifications 27  
Specications  
  General specications  
MAIN L, R: 400 W+400 W/4@0.5% THD at 1 kHz, 270 W+270 W/8@0.5% THD at 1 kHz  
MAIN BRIDGE: 800 W/8@0.5% THD at 1 kHz  
Maximum output power  
20 Hz20 kHz +1 dB, 3 dB @1 W output into 8(SPEAKERS OUT)  
20 Hz20 kHz +1 dB, 3 dB @+4 dB output into 10 k(MAIN OUT, MONITOR OUT, EFFECT OUT)  
Frequency response  
Less than 0.5% @20 Hz20 kHz, 200 W output into 4(SPEAKERS OUT)  
Less than 0.3% @20 Hz20 kHz, +14 dB output into 10 k(MAIN OUT, MONITOR OUT, EFFECT OUT)  
Total harmonic distortion  
124 dB equivalent input noise, 65 dB residual output noise (SPEAKERS OUT)  
88 dB residual output noise (MAIN OUT, MONITOR OUT)  
79 dB (MAIN OUT)  
Master level control: nominal level, All channel level controls: minimum  
Master level control: nominal level, All channel level controls: minimum  
Master level control: nominal level, 1 channel level control: nominal level  
All channel level controls: minimum  
Hum & noise  
(Average, Rs=150)  
(with 20 Hz20 kHz BPF)  
75 dB (MONITOR OUT)  
69 dB (MAIN OUT)  
84 dB (EFFECT OUT)  
64 dB (EFFECT OUT)  
1 channel level control: nominal level  
86 dB CH IN (Lo-Z) to SPEAKERS OUT  
66 dB CH IN (Lo-Z) to MAIN OUT, MONITOR OUT  
66 dB CH IN (Lo-Z) to EFFECT OUT  
48 dB CH IN (Lo-Z) to REC OUT  
56 dB CH IN (Hi-Z) to MAIN OUT, MONITOR OUT  
46 dB CH IN (Super Hi-Z) to MAIN OUT  
26 dB AUX IN to MAIN OUT  
Maximum voltage gain  
24 dB 2TR IN to MAIN OUT  
66 dB MIC IN to MAIN OUT  
26 dB LINE IN to MAIN OUT  
Crosstalk at 1 kHz  
65 dB adjacent input, 65 dB input to output  
±15 dB Maximum  
HIGH  
MID  
LOW  
10 kHz shelving  
2.5 kHz peaking  
100 Hz shelving  
Input channel equalization  
* Turn over/roll-off frequency of shelving: 3 dB below maximum variable level.  
Meters  
5 POINTS LED METER (MAIN OUT L/R, MONITOR OUT)  
7 bands (125, 250, 500, 1k, 2k, 4k, 8k Hz)  
±12 dB Maximum (MAIN OUT, MONITOR OUT)  
Graphic equalizer  
Internal digital effect  
Phantom power  
Limiter  
16 programs, parameter control, tap delay control  
+15 V (balanced input)  
Comp. : THD0.5% (SPEAKERS OUT)  
Turns on. : THD0.5% (SPEAKERS OUT)  
LIMIT indicators  
Protection circuit (Power  
amp)  
POWER switch on/off mute, DC detection, TEMP (heatsink temp. 90°C)  
Fan circuit  
stop low speed (50°C) variable high speed (70°C)  
DIGITAL EFFECT MUTE : on/off, Tap delay  
RK-88, FC5  
Foot switch (FC5)  
Optional accessories  
USA and Canada  
Europe  
Other  
120 V AC 60 Hz/300W  
230 V AC 50 Hz/350W  
240 V AC 50 Hz/350W  
Power requirement/  
Power consumption  
Dimensions (WxHxD)  
Weight  
482×305×328 mm  
15.5 kg  
Supplied accessories  
AC power cord, Owners Manual  
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28 Specifications  
  Input specications  
Input level  
Actual load  
impedance  
Nominal  
impedance  
Connector  
type  
Input connectors PAD  
Max. before  
clipping  
*1  
Nominal level  
Sensitivity  
OFF  
50600Mics 62 dB (0.616 mV) 50 dB (2.45 mV) 20 dB (77.5 mV)  
XLR-3-31  
CH INPUT (Low-Z)  
(CH14/16)  
3 kΩ  
*2  
type  
ON  
600Lines  
32 dB (19.5 mV) 20 dB (77.5 mV)  
+10 dB (2.45 V)  
OFF  
50600Mics 52 dB (1.95 mV) 40 dB (7.75 mV) 10 dB (245 mV)  
Phone jack  
CH INPUT (Hi-Z)  
(CH12/14)  
10 kΩ  
*2  
(TRS)  
ON  
600Lines  
1kΩ  
22 dB (61.6 mV)  
42 dB (6.16 mV) 30 dB (24.5 mV)  
12 dB (195 mV) 0 dB (775 mV)  
10 dB (245 mV)  
+20 dB (7.75 V)  
0 dB (775 mV)  
CH INPUT  
(Super Hi-Z)  
(CH34/56)  
OFF  
ON  
*3  
470 kΩ  
Phone jack  
+10 dB (3.16 V)  
*2  
MIC INPUT  
3 kΩ  
10 kΩ  
10 kΩ  
10 kΩ  
50600Mics 62 dB (0.616 mV) 50 dB (2.45 mV) 20 dB (77.5 mV)  
XLR-3-31 type  
*3  
LINE INPUT (L, R)  
AUX IN (L, R)  
2TR IN (L, R)  
600Line  
600Line  
600Line  
22 dB (61.6 mV)  
22 dB (61.6 mV)  
10 dB (245 mV)  
10 dB (245 mV)  
+20 dB (7.75 V)  
+20 dB (7.75 V)  
Phone jack  
*3  
Phone jack  
22 dBV (79.4 mV) 10 dBV (316 mV) +17.8 dBV (7.76 V)  
Phono jack  
*1. Sensitivity is the lowest level that can produce an output of +4 dB (1.23 V) or the nominal output level when the unit is set at maximum gain.  
(All level controls are at maximum position.)  
*2. Balanced.  
*3. Unbalanced.  
0 dB=0.775 Vrms, 0 dBV=1 Vrms.  
  Output specications  
Output level  
Max. before clipping  
Actual source  
Output connectors  
Nominal  
impedance  
Connector  
type  
impedance  
Nominal  
A, B (1, 2)  
BRIDGE  
0.1Ω  
0.1Ω  
600Ω  
600Ω  
600Ω  
600Ω  
4/8Speaker  
8Speaker  
10 kLines  
10 kLines  
10 kLines  
10 kLines  
80 W/4Ω  
160 W/8Ω  
(400 W/4)  
(800 W/8)  
Phone jack  
Phone jack  
Phone jack  
Phone jack  
Phone jack  
Phono jack  
SPEAKERS OUT  
MAIN OUT (L, R)  
EFFECT OUT  
+4 dB (1.23 V)  
+4 dB (1.23 V)  
+4 dB (1.23 V)  
10 dBV (316 mV)  
+20 dB (7.75 V)  
+20 dB (7.75 V)  
+20 dB (7.75 V)  
+10 dBV (3.16 V)  
MONITOR OUT  
REC OUT (L, R)  
All output jacks are unbalanced.  
0 dB=0.775 Vrms, 0 dBV=1 Vrms.  
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.  
For European Model  
Purchaser/User Information specified in EN55103-1 and EN55103-2.  
Inrush Current: 75A  
Conformed Environment: E1, E2, E3 and E4  
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  Dimensions  
328  
482  
Unit: mm  
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  Block and Level diagram  
8 k H z  
4 k H z  
2 k H z  
1 k H z  
8 k H z  
4 k H z  
2 k H z  
1 k H z  
8 k H z  
4 k H z  
2 k H z  
1 k H z  
5 0 0 H z 5 0 0 H z  
2 5 0 H z 2 5 0 H z  
1 2 5 H z 1 2 5 H z  
5 0 0 H z  
2 5 0 H z  
1 2 5 H z  
O R ( N O M N O - M N U I T T E )  
M A I N R ( N O N - M U T E )  
( N O N - M M U A T I N E ) L  
O R  
M O N I T  
E F F E C T  
M A I N R  
M A I N L  
H i  
M i d  
L o  
H i  
M i d  
L o  
H i  
M i d  
L o  
E F F E C T  
D I G I T  
L A  
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YAMAHA CORPORATION  
Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division  
P.O. Box 3, Hamamatsu, 430-8651, Japan  
V832100 R0 1 AP 32  
NP Printed in Taiwan  
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