MIDAS MR18 Digital Mixer User Manual

1. Rhagymadrodd

The MIDAS MR18 is an 18-input digital mixer designed for studio and live applications, controllable via iPad or Android tablets. It features 16 award-winning MIDAS PRO microphone preamplifiers, an integrated tri-mode Wi-Fi router, and an 18x18 channel bidirectional USB2.0 audio interface. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your MR18 mixer.

2. Cyfarwyddiadau Diogelwch Pwysig

• Darllenwch y cyfarwyddiadau hyn.
• Cadwch y cyfarwyddiadau hyn.
• Gwrandewch ar bob rhybudd.
• Dilynwch yr holl gyfarwyddiadau.
• Peidiwch â defnyddio'r offer hwn ger dŵr.
• Glanhewch â brethyn sych yn unig.
• Peidiwch â rhwystro unrhyw agoriadau awyru. Gosod yn unol â chyfarwyddiadau'r gwneuthurwr.
• Peidiwch â gosod yn agos at unrhyw ffynonellau gwres fel rheiddiaduron, cofrestrau gwres, stofiau, neu gyfarpar arall (gan gynnwys amplifyddion) sy'n cynhyrchu gwres.
• Peidiwch â threchu pwrpas diogelwch y plwg polariaidd neu'r math o sylfaen. Mae gan blwg polariaidd ddau lafn gydag un yn lletach na'r llall. Mae gan blwg math sylfaen ddau lafn a thrydydd prong sylfaen. Darperir y llafn llydan neu'r trydydd prong er eich diogelwch. Os nad yw'r plwg a ddarperir yn ffitio i mewn i'ch allfa, ymgynghorwch â thrydanwr i gael gwared ar yr allfa ddarfodedig.
• Amddiffynnwch y llinyn pŵer rhag cael ei gerdded ymlaen neu ei binsio yn enwedig wrth blygiau, cynwysyddion cyfleustra, a'r pwynt lle maent yn gadael y cyfarpar.
• Defnyddiwch atodiadau/ategolion a nodir gan y gwneuthurwr yn unig.
• Defnyddiwch gyda'r drol, stand, trybedd, braced, neu fwrdd a bennir gan y gwneuthurwr yn unig, neu a werthir gyda'r offer. Pan ddefnyddir trol, byddwch yn ofalus wrth symud y cyfuniad cart/offer i osgoi anaf rhag tip-over.
• Tynnwch y plwg o'r cyfarpar hwn yn ystod stormydd mellt neu pan na chaiff ei ddefnyddio am gyfnodau hir o amser.
• Cyfeirio pob gwasanaeth i bersonél gwasanaeth cymwys. Mae angen gwasanaethu pan fydd y cyfarpar wedi'i ddifrodi mewn unrhyw ffordd, fel llinyn cyflenwad pŵer neu blwg wedi'i ddifrodi, hylif wedi'i ollwng neu wrthrychau wedi disgyn i'r offer, mae'r cyfarpar wedi bod yn agored i law neu leithder, nid yw'n gweithredu'n normal , neu wedi cael ei ollwng.

3. Cynnwys Pecyn

Upon unpacking your MIDAS MR18, please ensure all components are present and in good condition. The package should contain:

• MIDAS MR18 Digital Mixer
• Uned Cyflenwi Pŵer
• Canllaw Cychwyn Cyflym (y llawlyfr hwn)

Os oes unrhyw eitemau ar goll neu wedi'u difrodi, cysylltwch â'ch deliwr ar unwaith.

4. Cynnyrch Drosview

The MIDAS MR18 is a compact, rack-mountable digital mixer designed for intuitive control via tablet or computer. It features a robust set of inputs and outputs, integrated Wi-Fi, and a high-quality USB audio interface.

4.1 Panel Blaen

Ffigur 4.1: Blaen view of the MIDAS MR18 digital mixer. This image displays the input connectors, status LEDs, and the USB port.

The front panel of the MR18 provides access to the primary input channels and essential status indicators:

• Input Channels 1-16: Combo XLR/TRS jacks for microphone and line-level inputs. These inputs feature MIDAS PRO preampcodwyr.
• Input Channels 17-18: TRS jacks for line-level inputs.
• Porth USB: Type-A USB port for connecting a USB drive for recording and playback.
• MIDI Mewn / Allan: 5-pin DIN connectors for MIDI control.
• Statws LEDs: Indicators for power, Wi-Fi connection, and signal presence.

4.2 Panel Cefn

The rear panel houses the main power input, network connections, and main outputs:

• Mewnbwn pŵer: IEC connector for the included power supply.
• Porthladd Ethernet: RJ45 connector for wired network connection to a router or computer.
• Remote Control Switch: Selects between Access Point, Wi-Fi Client, or Ethernet modes for network connectivity.
• Prif Allbynnau (Chwith/Dde): XLR connectors for the stereo main mix output.
• Aux Outputs 1-6: XLR connectors for auxiliary mixes (monitor sends, effects sends).
• Allbwn clustffon: TRS jack with dedicated level control.

5. Gosod

5.1 Cysylltiad Pwer

1. Connect the provided power supply to the MR18's power input on the rear panel.
2. Plug the power supply into a suitable AC outlet.
3. Press the power switch to turn on the unit. The Power LED on the front panel will illuminate.

5.2 Cysylltiad Rhwydwaith

The MR18 offers three modes for network connectivity, selected via the "Remote Control" switch on the rear panel:

• Access Point (AP): The MR18 creates its own Wi-Fi network. This is ideal for direct control from a tablet or laptop without an external router.
• Wi-Fi Client: The MR18 connects to an existing Wi-Fi network. This allows control from devices already on that network and can provide internet access to the mixer (for firmware updates, etc.).
• Ethernet: Connect the MR18 directly to a computer or an external router via an Ethernet cable for a stable wired connection.

For detailed instructions on configuring each network mode, refer to the full software manual available on the MIDAS websafle.

5.3 Tablet/Computer Connection

Download and install the appropriate control application for your device:

• iPad: M AIR App from the Apple App Store.
• Android: M AIR App o'r Google Play Store.
• PC/Mac/Linux: M AIR EDIT Software from the MIDAS websafle.

Once installed, launch the application and connect to your MR18 via the configured network connection.

6. Operating the MR18

The MR18 is controlled entirely through its dedicated software application. This section provides a general overview of key operational aspects.

6.1 Gweithrediad Sylfaenol

• Stribedi Sianel: Each input channel in the software provides controls for gain, phantom power, EQ, dynamics (gate/compressor), and routing.
• Cymysgu: Adjust faders for individual channels and master outputs. Create auxiliary mixes for monitors or effects sends.
• Effeithiau: The MR18 includes a virtual effects rack with various reverbs, delays, and modulation effects.

6.2 Ffurfwedd Mewnbwn/Allbwn

The software allows flexible routing of inputs to channels and outputs. You can assign physical inputs to any processing channel and route any mix bus or channel to the physical outputs.

6.3 Recording via USB

The MR18 features an 18x18 channel bidirectional USB2.0 audio interface. This allows you to record all 18 input channels directly to a connected computer (DAW software required) or play back 18 channels from your computer through the mixer.

6.4 Dugan-style Auto-Mixing

The MR18 incorporates Dugan-style auto-mixing, which automatically manages microphone gain sharing. This feature is particularly useful in multi-microphone setups (e.g., panel discussions, conferences) to reduce feedback and improve clarity by automatically attenuating unused microphones and boosting active ones.

7. cynnal

• Glanhau: Defnyddiwch frethyn meddal, sych i lanhau tu allan y cymysgydd. Peidiwch â defnyddio glanhawyr sgraffiniol na thoddyddion.
• Awyru: Sicrhewch nad yw'r agoriadau awyru wedi'u rhwystro i atal gorboethi.
• Storio: Pan nad yw'n cael ei ddefnyddio am gyfnodau hir, storiwch y cymysgydd mewn lle oer, sych, i ffwrdd o olau haul uniongyrchol a thymheredd eithafol.
• Diweddariadau Cadarnwedd: Regularly check the MIDAS websafle ar gyfer diweddariadau cadarnwedd i sicrhau perfformiad gorau posibl a mynediad at nodweddion newydd.

8. Datrys Problemau

9. manylebau

10. Gwarant a Chefnogaeth

For detailed warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official MIDAS website or contact your local MIDAS distributor. Keep your proof of purchase for any warranty claims.

MIDAS Official Websafle: www.midasconsoles.com