Owner’s Manual Contents page 7 If you wish to get started right away: pages 8 to 11 Quick Start Guide If you encounter a problem: page 21 Troubleshooting EN
Explanation of Graphical Symbols Explication des symboles The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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.
PA_en_7 1/2 PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. Do not open • This device contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
PA_en_7 2/2 Connections NOTICE Information • Do not use speaker cables with a metal-housing connector. Doing so may result in electrical shock due to differences in voltage. Use speaker cables with a nonmetal-housing connector, or with a insulated-housing connector. • Before connecting the device to other devices, turn off the power for all devices. Also, before turning the power of all devices on or off, make sure that all volume levels are set to the minimum.
Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha POWERED MIXER EMX7. This product is a powered mixer for mixing multiple sound sources for live performances by a band or other events. This manual helps users not familiar with mixers to install and configure the connections, and also explains how to use the product. Please read this manual thoroughly to get the most out of the product and ensure long-term, trouble-free use. After reading this manual, please keep it available for future reference.
Quick Start Guide Getting Sound to the Speakers/ Connection Example Equalizer controls 1. Turn off ( [ ) all switches (including the ] (Power) switch). 2. Connect the devices you intend to use. (The diagram to the right shows a connection example. Also refer to the diagram to the left.) Precautions for Connecting the Speakers 2. Passive speakers 3. • Connect a single passive speaker (a speaker without an internal amplifier) to the respective [SPEAKERS A/B] jacks.
Quick Start Guide 6. Turn on the power. Switching order: Instrument or audio device → Mixer [ ] (Power) switch WARNING When turning off the power, a loud and unpleasant noise may be generated by the speakers. To prevent this, first turn off the Mixer [ ] (Power) switch, then turn off the instrument or audio device. 7. Set the [LEVEL] control for the channel that has the connected device to the “ t ” position. 8. Use the STEREO MASTER [LEVEL] control to adjust the overall sound level. 9.
Quick Start Guide Using the Compressor When the compressor is applied to vocals, it evens out the input level, reducing the level of loud passages and bringing up softer passages. It also makes each sound more distinct, enabling the listener to better understand the performer’s singing. 1. Adjust the [COMP] controls until you get the desired sound for channels you wish to add compression. Turn the control to the right to increase the level of compression.
Quick Start Guide Using the Built-in Effects It is possible to add particular sound effects or effects that simulate the sound of different performance environments, such as concert halls and small clubs. 1. Call up the HOME screen. When the [ ] (Power) switch is turned on ( ), the HOME screen is displayed. (See the figure to the right.) If a different screen is displayed, it will come up as soon as the [PROGRAM] rotary encoder is operated. Program number Program name 2.
Controls and Functions Front Panel q Equalizer controls [HIGH]/[MID]/[LOW] For adjusting the [HIGH], [MID], and [LOW] audio frequencies. Turning the control to the right amplifies (boosts) the corresponding frequency band, while turning to the left attenuates (cuts) the band. Setting the control to the “t” position produces a flat response in the corresponding band.
Controls and Functions !9 Display Shows the currently used program and settings screens for each function. @0 [MENU/CONTROL] rotary encoder !7 !2 !3 @1 !9 !8 @1 Level meter @0 @3 @4 !4 !5 @6 @5 For operating and configuring the SPEAKER PROCESSOR screen or SYSTEM SETUP screen, and setting the graphic equalizer. Turn the rotary encoder to select the desired setting, and then press the encoder to enable it. This uses LED indicators to show the STEREO L/R, AUX1, and AUX2 signal levels.
Controls and Functions Rear Panel #6 #5 #7 #6 [AC IN] jack #5 [SPEAKERS A/B] jacks Use commercially available speaker cables to connect the speakers. These jacks can be used with both TS phone and speakON plugs. When connecting a speakON plug, insert it and turn until it locks in place. The amplifier mode selection determines the output signal. For more information about selecting the amplifier mode, see page 17. 14 NOTICE Do not bundle or tie the power cord and speaker cables during use.
Screen Procedures Turn on ( switch. ) the [ ] (Power) * The currently selected effect is displayed on the HOME screen. For details about effect selection, see “Using the Built-in Effects” on page 11. Operate the [PROGRAM] rotary encoder. (Can be operated from any screen.) HOME screen* Operate the [MENU/CONTROL] rotary encoder. Press the [GEQ ACCESS] button from any screen. MENU screen GEQ EDIT screen Turn the [MENU/CONTROL] rotary encoder until it highlights the operation you wish to perform.
Speaker Processor The speaker processor function allows you to set a program that selects an appropriate sound quality to match the particular speakers that are connected. It also includes a bass boost function that can be enabled to significantly bring out those lower frequencies. 3. Press the [MENU/CONTROL] rotary encoder Selecting the Speaker Processor Program 4. Turn the [MENU/CONTROL] rotary encoder to 1. Call up the SPEAKER PROCESSOR screen.
System Setup Selecting the Amplifier Mode 2. Turn the [MENU/CONTROL] rotary encoder until the cursor highlights the AMP MODE parameter box. 1. Call up the SYSTEM SETUP screen. (For more There are two amplifier modes: information about the screen procedures, see page 15.) • STEREO: When using the SPEAKERS A/B channel for L/R stereo. Provides common 2-channel stereo output. • L+R/AUX1: When using the SPEAKERS A channel for L+R mono, and the SPEAKERS B channel for AUX1.
System Setup 5. Press the [MENU/CONTROL] rotary encoder to confirm your selection. Setting the LCD Backlight 5. Press the [MENU/CONTROL] rotary encoder to confirm your selection. 1. Call up the SYSTEM SETUP screen. (For more NOTE To return to the HOME screen, operate the [PROGRAM] rotary encoder. information about the screen procedures, see page 15.) To return to the HOME screen, operate the [PROGRAM] rotary encoder. SYSTEM SETUP screen 2.
Graphic Equalizer (GEQ) The EMX7 is equipped with a Flex9GEQ graphic equalizer. The Flex9GEQ allows you to select up to nine bands out of a total of 31 and adjust the gain. 3. Set the gain. GEQ EDIT screen q e Setting the Frequency and Gain 1. Call up the GEQ EDIT screen. Press the corresponding AUX1, AUX2 or STEREO [GEQ ACCESS] button for the channel that you wish to apply the graphic equalizer.
Graphic Equalizer (GEQ) Turning the Graphic Equalizer (GEQ) ON/OFF 2. Turn the [MENU/CONTROL] rotary encoder until the cursor highlights the GEQ ON button. Resetting the Gain for All Frequencies 1. When the GEQ ON screen is displayed, turn the [MENU/ CONTROL] rotary encoder until the cursor highlights the RESET GEQ button. 1. Call up the GEQ ON screen. Press the corresponding AUX1, AUX2 or STEREO [GEQ ACCESS] button for the channel that you wish to apply the graphic equalizer.
Troubleshooting Check the following items before contacting your Yamaha dealer. If the problem remains, contact your nearest Yamaha dealer. The power does not come on. Turn off the [ ] (Power) switch and recheck the connection. Be sure that you are using the included power cord, and that it is correctly connected to the [AC IN] jack and plugged into a working power outlet.
Appendix Connecting Speakers When you wish to connect multiple speakers from the [SPEAKERS A/B] jacks in parallel, keep in mind that the overall impedance does not fall below 4 ohms. When connecting speakers with the same impedance in parallel, the overall impedance value is half with two speakers, one-third with three speakers, and only one-quarter with four speakers. CAUTION • When connecting each device, only use appropriately rated cables and plugs.
Appendix Vertical/Horizontal Orientation and Installation Horizontal Orientation Installation This is convenient when operating from a seated position with the mixer placed on the floor. This mixer has vents located on the sides. Please install it so that these vents are well clear of walls or other objects. CAUTION The mixer orientation can be changed for ease in operation and for adapting to different installation needs. Vertical Orientation Do not push too forcefully when tilting the mixer.
Appendix Rack Mounting To prepare the mixer for rack mounting, use the RK-EMX7 (rack-mount brackets) sold separately. This mixer requires 7U* of rack-mount space. * 7U is approximately 312 mm. CAUTION This mixer is heavy, and should be lifted by two people when mounting onto a rack. Assembly of the Rack-mount Brackets 1. Use a screwdriver to loosen and remove the 12 screws on the mixer side pads.
Appendix Effect Programs No. Program Parameter Description 1 REV HALL 1 Reverb Time 2 REV HALL 2 Reverb Time 3 REV ROOM 1 Reverb Time 4 REV ROOM 2 Reverb Time 5 REV STAGE 1 Reverb Time 6 REV STAGE 2 Reverb Time 7 REV PLATE Reverb Time Simulation of a metal-plate reverb unit, producing a more hard-edged reverberation. 8 DRUM AMB Reverb Time A short reverb that is ideal for use with a drum kit.
Appendix Jack and Plug List Jack (Input/Output) Polarity Dimensions XLR jack MIC/LINE (Balanced) MIC (Balanced) MIC/LINE*1 (Balanced) AUX1 SEND*1 (Impedance balanced*2) AUX2 SEND*1 (Impedance balanced*2) STEREO OUT*1 (Impedance balanced*2) LINE 5/6, 7/8 (Unbalanced) FOOT SW (Unbalanced) SPEAKERS A/B (Unbalanced) Pin 1: Ground Pin 2: Hot (+) Pin 3: Cold (-) Tip: Hot (+) Ring: Cold (-) Sleeve: Ground 400 Configuration Input 2 60 3 60 1 TRS phone plug Ring Tip: Hot (+) Ring: Cold (-) Sleeve: Gr
Appendix General Specifications Maximum Output Power (1 kHz) THD+N <10% 710 W + 710 W (4 Ω), 500 W + 500 W (8 Ω) THD+N <1% 600 W + 600 W (4 Ω), 400 W + 400 W (8 Ω) Input Channels 12 channels (max. 8 MIC/12 LINE, 4 Mono + 4 Stereo) CH4: Hi-Z input supported Output Channels SPEAKERS (A, B): 1, AUX1 SEND: 1, AUX2 SEND: 1, STEREO OUT (L, R): 1, REC OUT (L, R): 1 Bus Stereo: 1 AUX: 2 (Including FX) COMP Multiple parameters (gain, threshold, ratio) can be adjusted simultaneously with a single control.
Index A [AC IN] jack ....................................................................14 AMP MODE ...................................................................17 AMPLIFIER [LIMIT] indicators........................................13 Amplifier mode .........................................................14, 17 AMPLIFIER [MODE] indicators ......................................13 AMPLIFIER [PROTECTION] indicators .........................13 AUX1 MASTER [LEVEL] control.................................
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