DIGITAL MIXER V3.5 Quick Guide Thank you for choosing a Yamaha TF-RACK Digital Mixer. To take full advantage of the superior features and performance offered by your TF-RACK mixer, and to enjoy years of trouble-free use, please read this document carefully before operating your console.
Contents 1. PRECAUTIONS............................................................................................ 5 9. TF-RACK Troubleshooting........................................................................ 23 2. Introduction................................................................................................. 7 10. Specifications.......................................................................................... 24 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 Intended user.......................
PRÉCAUTIONS CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 The above warning is located on the top of the unit. L’avertissement ci-dessus est situé sur le dessus de l’unité. 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.
1. PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards.
PRECAUTIONS Handling caution • Do not insert your fingers or hands in any gaps or openings on the device (vents, panel, etc.). • Avoid inserting or dropping foreign objects (paper, plastic, metal, etc.) into any gaps or openings on the device (vents, panel, etc.) If this happens, immediately turn off the power, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and have the device inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
2. Introduction 2-1 Intended user This product was designed for users who are familiar with using analog mixers as part of a PA system. are helpful attributes of this electronic file format. We encourage you to take advantage of these benefits. You can download the latest Adobe Acrobat Reader DC application from the website listed below. http://www.adobe.
3. Panels 3-1 Front panel ⑩ ① ② ③ ⑪ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑪ 1 FADER BANK section 9 USER DEFINED KNOBS section 2 iPad connector 0 Display section 3 USB connector a Ventilation holes To prevent overheating, do not block the ventilation holes.
Panels 3-2 Rear panel ② ① ⑩ ⑨ 1 OMNI OUT jacks Analog signal output jacks. Jacks 1–8 are male XLR3-32 type connectors; jacks 9–16 are TRS phone connectors. These jacks are used to output AUX/ MATRIX channels and STEREO channels. Nominal output level is +4 dBu. You can select which signal is output on the OMNI OUT screen. 2 ST IN jacks Stereo input jacks that can be used for connecting a CD player or other line level device. These jacks are unbalanced female RCA jacks. Nominal input level is -10 dBV.
4. Workflow overview Here’s a brief overview of how to start using the TF-RACK. 1 2 Connect Connect the instruments and mics. Connect output devices such as powered speakers. Connect the included power cord to the AC IN connector. Use Presets to Set Up Each Channel Step1 Step2 Select a channel. Display section C -30 -28 -26 -40 -40 -48 -30 -11 30% 30% 30% 30% -18 30% C C L15 R15 C R10 ) to access the Library -26 0% L63 Step3 Adjust the channel’s parameters.
Workflow overview 3 Adjust the Mix 4 Do a sound check and adjust the overall mix. • Adjusting each channel using the FADER section on the OVERVIEW screen (page 18) • Adjusting SEND TO AUX for the level sent to AUX for each channel (page 19) • Muting all input channels or effects (page 13) • Turning effects on and off, adjusting the overall level of effects "FX1/FX2" (page 19) You can save your entire mix setup as a Scene. Scenes can be recalled later as needed.
5. Connections Connecting outputs Powered speakers (front speakers) Connecting inputs Wireless mic receiver Powered speakers (floor monitors) CD player Mic FC5 (optional) USB 2.
6. Controls and functions This section briefly introduces the console’s features. 6-2 iPad connector NOTE Allows you to connect an iOS device or a USB storage device. For details about the available features and parameters, refer to the Reference Manual. 6-1 FADER BANK section Allows you to change the fader bank displayed in the OVERVIEW screen. The keys light to indicate which fader bank is currently selected.
Controls and functions 6-5 TAP key 6-8 PHONES section ① ① Allows you to tap and set the delay time or modulation speed used for effects on FX1/FX2 and AUX9/10– AUX19/20. The key flashes in time with the tempo. The tempo you tap on the [TAP] key is applied to effects that have “Sync” set to “On”. You can set the [TAP] key flashing to "Off" in the SETUP screen. 6-6 [CLEAR CUE] key ② 1 [PHONES] jack This is the headphones jack used to monitor signals selected for MONITOR or CUE.
Controls and functions Operating the display • Changing screens The screen switches when you touch an on-screen button. You can touch an area of the screen to select that area, then touch it again to switch to the configuration screen for that area. If an area is displayed in pink when selected, the area contains a parameter that can be controlled with the [TOUCH AND TURN] knob. To return to the OVERVIEW screen, press the Home key ( ).
7. Displaying the configuration screens You can view the following screens by touching the buttons in the OVERVIEW screen. To return to the OVERVIEW screen, press the Home key ( ) below the display. CUE/MONITOR/OSCILLATOR Used to manage CUE/monitor source and control oscillators. METER Displays the input and output level. OVERVIEW CH VIEW Provides an overall view of a channel's settings. You can adjust settings on this screen or switch to the dedicated screen for each setting.
Displaying the configuration screens INPUT/OUTPUT/TITLE LIST Allows you to record directly to a computer or USB storage device, play back audio files, manage titles, etc. OVERVIEW SETUP Used to configure general mixer settings, OMNI OUT settings, recall safe settings, assign user-defined keys and knobs, configure custom fader banks, and set up other preferences. If a Tio1608-D is connected to the NY64-D, settings for the Tio1608-D are also available on this screen.
Displaying the configuration screens To return to the OVERVIEW screen, press the Home key ( ) below the display. The OVERVIEW screen can display the CH STRIP section and the FADER section. When the OVERVIEW screen is first displayed, the FADER section is displayed. ) while the OVERVIEW screen is displayed.
Displaying the configuration screens FX1/FX2 Used to select effects and edit their parameters. SEND TO AUX Allows you to set each channel's AUX bus send levels. OVERVIEW CH STRIP section Provides an overall view of the mixer. From here you can move to the different screens. Initial Data ASSIGN Allows you to turn Recall Safe and Mute Safe on and off, assign the channel to a DCA, and adjust the SUB bus send level. AUTOMIXER Sets the AUTOMIXER that can be used for CH1–CH8.
8. Setup This section explains how to set up the TF series console the first time you turn it on. 4 When finished, touch [OK]. 5 Press the Home key ( 8-1 Setting the internal clock Set the console’s internal clock, including the date, time, and format. The date and time set here is used as a timestamp when saving Scenes. 1 Touch the SETUP icon . The SETUP screen is displayed. ). The OVERVIEW screen is displayed.
Setup 8-3 Removing the handles You can remove the handles if they are not needed. The procedure is the same for the left and right handle. The right side is shown here. 1 3 Use the 3 screws removed in step 1 to re-attach the bracket. Remove the 3 screws that secure the bracket, and remove the bracket. When re-attaching the bracket, be sure to use the 3 screws that were original used to secure the bracket. Remove the 2 screws that secure the handle, and remove the handle.
Setup 3 8-5 Installing an NY card Before installing an NY card in the expansion slot, confirm that the card is compatible with TF-series consoles. For information about compatible cards, visit the Yamaha pro audio website. http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/ 1 Align the sides of the NY card with the guide rails inside the expansion slot, and then insert the NY card. 3 Insert a flat-head screwdriver or similar tool into the notch at the bottom of the NY card, and pull out the card slightly.
9. TF-RACK Troubleshooting No sound Problems and Causes The input source (input port) settings for the input channel are incorrect. The corresponding channel is turned off. The fader level for the corresponding channel is turned down. Phantom power is not being supplied (when using a condenser mic). The mute is on. Too much gate is being applied. Sound level is too low The gain is too low. Too much gate or compression is being applied. Sound is distorted The gain is too high.
10. Specifications General specifications Sampling Frequency*1 Signal Delays Frequency Response Total Harmonic Distortion*2 Hum & Noise*3 Dynamic Range Crosstalk@1 kHz*4 Dimensions (W x H x D) Net Weight Power Requirements (wattage) Power Requirements (voltage and hertz) Temperature Range Included Accessories Internal clock: 48 kHz; Dante clock: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz (when using NY64-D) Less than 2.6 ms, INPUT to OMNI OUT, Fs=48 kHz +0.5, –1.
Specifications Analog output specifications Output jacks Load impedance Maximum output level switch 75 Ω 600 Ω Lines “+24 dBu” position (default) +4 dBu (1.23 V) +24 dBu (12.3 V) 100 Ω 40 Ω Phones — 3 mW *4 75 mW OMNI OUT 1-8 OMNI OUT 9-16 PHONES *1. *2. *3. *4. *5. *6. Connectors XLR-3-32 type (Balanced)*1 TRS phone (Balanced)*2 Stereo Phone Jack (Unbalanced)*3 The XLR-3-32 connector is a balanced-type connector (1=GND, 2=HOT, 3=COLD).
Specifications TF-RACK 409 374 35 22 396 368 430 132 480 Unit: mm 26 TF-RACK Quick Guide
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