ZN42690 EN Set the fader and all knobs ([GAIN] knob, Level knobs, Speakers [ ] knob, and 3 Controls and Functions 1 [USB 2.0] terminal ^ [MONITOR OUT] jacks (RCA jacks) Headphones [ ] knob) to the minimum. MIXING CONSOLE For connecting to a computer using the included USB 2.0 & [MONITOR OUT] jacks (phone jacks) (Minimum: Lower fader to the bottom setting. Turn knobs fully to the left.) cable. When connected to a computer, the computer supplies Connect powered monitor speakers. These jacks support 3 MIC/LINE input jacks power to the mixer and audio data can be sent between phone plugs (balanced/unbalanced). the mixer and computer. A USB driver might be required for Owner’s Manual For connecting to a microphone, an instrument, or an audio computer input/output. You can download the driver from the [GAIN] knobs device. These jacks support both XLR and phone plugs. * [FOOT SW] jack following Yamaha website, and install it on your computer. For connecting to a separately-sold foot switch (Yamaha FC5, Welcome http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/ag/ etc.). XLR Phone When the [EFFECT] button # is turned on, the effected sound Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha AG03 Mixing Console. Please read this manual NOTICE Level knobs can be muted with a foot switch. The [EFFECT] button LED thoroughly to get the most out of the product and ensure long-term, trouble-free use. After Please do not connect any device to [USB 2.0] terminal other than Speakers [ ] knob 4 Guitar [ ] input jack (channel 2G) flashes while the effected sound is muted. reading this manual, keep it readily available for future reference. personal computers or tablet devices. For connecting to an instrument, such as an electric ( Headphones [ ] output jack For the remainder of this manual, the word "mixer" is used instead of "Mixing Console." guitar or an electric bass. This jack support phone plugs. 2 [5V DC] terminal Headphones [ ] knob Fader This jack is disabled when the [GUITAR/LINE] switch 5 For connecting to a set of headphones. This jack supports a For connecting to a commercially available USB power is off (N). stereo phone plug. To connect headphones or earphones with adapter or USB mobile battery. Use this terminal when Main Features stereo mini plugs, you can use the [HEADSET] headphones connecting the mixer to a tablet or other device that cannot Multi-purpose 3-channel mixer with audio interface, ideal for live webcasting 5 [GUITAR/LINE] switch output jack A. 4 Make sure that the volume of the powered speakers is set to minimum. supply power to the mixer. A USB power adapter or USB • Audio interface supports up to 24-bit/192 kHz recording. For switching the input on channel 2. Turn this switch on Turn on the power to connected devices in the following order: Instruments, mobile battery is not included with the mixer. • An intuitive Loopback function enables fast and easy live webcasting. 5 (O) when directly connecting an instrument with high output NOTICE • Yamaha's premium “D-PRE” mic preamp provides high resolution sound. audio devices Mixer's [ ] switch Powered monitor speakers. impedance, such as an electric guitar or electric bass, to the Guitar [ ] input jack 4. Turn this switch off (N) when • Please read the safety precautions for the USB power adapter or NOTICE Follow this order to avoid loud, unexpected noise from the speakers. Reverse the order when connecting a line-level instrument to the Line [ ] input USB mobile battery that you are using. A [HEADSET] microphone [ ] input jack Included Accessories turning the power off. jack 6. When this switch is turned on, use an unbalanced • Use a USB power adapter or USB mobile battery that can supply For connecting to the microphone plug for your headset. • USB cable (1.5 m) cable with phone plugs to connect the instrument to the mixer. power via a USB micro B plug based on the following USB standards: If a microphone or instrument is connected to channel 1, set the [GAIN] knob to Normally this plug is color-coded in pink. The audio input here 6 The mixer will not operate correctly if a balanced cable is Output voltage: 4.8 V to 5.2 V • Technical Specifications (English only): Includes general specifications, input/output characteristics, is sent to channel 1. the 12 o'clock position. used. block diagram, dimensions, and jack and plug list. Output current: 0.5 A or greater NOTE If a microphone is connected to the [HEADSET] microphone • CUBASE AI DOWNLOAD INFORMATION: Contains the access code necessary for downloading the CAUTION input jack, the sound from the microphone or instrument Steinberg DAW software Cubase AI. When operating this switch, turn all output controls (such as the connected to the MIC/LINE input jack 3 on channel 1 is cut Rear panel off. • Owner's Manual (this leaflet) Speakers [ ] knob F and Headphones [ ] knob G) fully to "0" (minimum). Sudden high level peaks caused by the switching operation 7 Slide the fader to the position indicated by the thick line, and turn the Level can damage external devices as well as the hearing of those present. [HEADSET] headphones [ ] output jack knobs to the 3 o'clock position. For connecting to the headphone for your headset. Normally 6 LINE [ ] input jacks 1 this plug is color-coded in light green. The same sound as for For connecting to line-level devices such as an electric 2 the headphones [ ] output jack ( is output. keyboard or an audio device. Use the [L/MONO] jack on NOTE If a headphone plug is connected to the [HEADSET] Quick Start Guide channel 2 for instruments, etc. with mono output. In this case, ^ & headphones [ ] output jack, the sound output from the the sound input to the [L/MONO] jack is output from both the Front panel headphones [ ] output jack ( is cut off. Preparation: Download and install drivers. L channel and R channel on the mixer. This jack is disabled when the [GUITAR/LINE] switch 5 is on (O). B [ ] (Standby/On) switch The "Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver" might be required for computer input/output. Visit the For turning the power of the unit to standby (N) and on (O). following Yamaha website for details on downloading and installing the driver, and making 7 [GAIN] switch the necessary settings. Determines the basic volume for channel 2/3. Turn this switch 3 NOTICE on (O) if you hear distortion. Rapidly switching the [ ] switch between on and standby in succession http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/ag/ NOTE Turn the Level knob to minimum before turning the [GAIN] 4 can cause the mixer to malfunction. After switching the [ ] switch to Set the Speakers [ ] knob and the Headphones [ ] knob to the 12 o'clock switch on (O) and off (N). Otherwise, noise may be 5 standby, wait for at least six seconds before turning it on again. STEP 1 Connecting speakers, microphones, 8 produced. * position. 6 C Level meter instruments, etc. Speak into your microphone, play your instrument, or play your audio device, 8 [+48V] phantom switch / [+48V] LED 9 7 ( If the level of the sound sent to the computer exceeds -10 1 Turn off the power of all speakers, instruments, and other devices to be and adjust the volume on the powered monitor speakers. When this switch is turned on (O), the [+48V] LED lights and 8 dBu, [SIG] (green) turns on; if the level reaches 3 dB before connected to the mixer. If no sound is heard, of if you want to adjust the volume, follow the instructions DC +48 V phantom power is supplied to the XLR plug on MIC/ clip level (+7 dBu), [PEAK] (red) turns on. To send an 10 LINE input jack 3. Turn this switch on when using a phantom- 9 appropriate volume to the computer, adjust the volume of Connect speakers, microphones, and instruments referring to the connection in the boxed section below. A 2 powered condenser microphone. each channel until [SIG] remains lit and [PEAK] flashes only example below. If you still do not hear the sound after doing the following steps, please refer to the NOTICE B momentarily when there is a loud sound. checklist in the "Troubleshooting" section at the back of this booklet. Be sure to leave this switch off (N) if you do not need phantom power. ) C D [AUX] input jack Connection Example Follow the important precautions below, in order to prevent noise and ! D n There is no sound, or you need to increase the volume possible damage to external devices as well as the mixer if you turn this This is an auxiliary input jack. It supports a stereo mini plug. Powered switch on (O). E You can connect a smartphone or other device and use Electric guitar Foot switch monitor Speak into your microphone or play your instrument, turning the [GAIN] • Be sure to leave this switch off (N) when you connect a device that @ applications to trigger sound effects or background music. (Yamaha FC5) speakers Headphones 1 does not support phantom power to channel 1. Use the controls on the connected device to adjust volume. Microphones Electric keyboard Audio device knob to the right so that the corresponding [PEAK] LED flashes briefly. NOTE • For optimum volume when using a microphone, place the microphone as close to the sound source • Make sure to turn this switch off (N) when connecting/disconnecting # F as possible. a cable to/from channel 1. • If the [PEAK] LED does not light even if the [GAIN] knob has been turned fully to the right, raise the • Slide the fader on channel 1 to minimum before turning this switch on (O)/off (N).