Yamaha MX400 Musical Instrument User Manual


 
Introduction
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MX400 User’s Guide
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha MX400. The MX400 series is designed
for easy operation and versatility in a wide range of applications, including PA
and installed systems. The MX400 series includes three models; 8 channel, 12
channel, 16 channel, and 24 channel mixers.
In order to take full advantage of the MX400’s functionality, please read this
manual carefully.
Features of the MX400
Each of the mono input channels provides the following functions.
XLR/phone input jacks
20dB pad switch / continuously variable gain control
3 band EQ (with variable mid-range frequency) / EQ on/off switch / high
pass filter switch
TRS insert jack / direct output
A total of 5 AUX SEND systems (pre
×
2, post/pre
×
2 (switchable), post
×
1)
ODD/EVEN group and stereo assign switch / pan control
Channel ON switch
PFL switch
Level meter for accurate level control
In addition to the mono input channels, 4 sets of stereo input channels are pro-
vided, with the following functions.
Four stereo inputs with 2 band EQ
GROUP/AUX/STEREO assign switches
Balance/pan control
TRS 1/4” phone jack and RCA input jack select switch (only for stereo
input 1/2)
The master section provides the following features.
Five fader-style AUX SEND controls
Independent 3 point level meter for each AUX SEND control
TO ST switch and pan control for each GROUP
GROUP ON switch, AFL switch, and 100 mm fader for each GROUP
The MONI/ST2 switch allows the ST2/MONI OUT output signal to be
switched in the following two ways;
1) One of the signals from an external source input to the stereo bus, the
PFL bus, or the 2TR IN.
2) The same signal as the ST1 OUT output signal.
ON switch, L+R switch, and fader are provided for the ST2/MONI OUT
output signal.
In addition, the following functions are provided.
XLR mic inputs
Talkback level control
Assign switch
The TAPE IN jacks and REC OUT jacks have level controls, for convenience
when you need additional margin for monitoring or recording. The level
meters with peak indicators allow accurate monitoring.