Yamaha AUDIOGRAM6 Owner's Manual

Yamaha AUDIOGRAM6 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 USB AUDIO INTERFACE Owner’s Manual Bedienungsanleitung Mode d’emploi Manual de instrucciones Руководство пользователя...
  • Page 2 2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. See user manual instructions if interference to radio reception is suspected. * This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (FCC DoC) FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)
  • Page 3 If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use spill into any openings. If any liquid such as water seeps into the immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service device, unplug the USB cable from this device immediately. Then have personnel.
  • Page 4 • Copying of the software or reproduction of this manual in whole or in part by any means is expressly forbidden without the written consent of the manufacturer. • Yamaha makes no representations or warranties with regard to the use of the software and documentation and cannot be held responsible for the results of the use of this manual and the software.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Thank you for choosing a Yamaha AUDIOGRAM 6 Computer Recording System. The AUDIOGRAM 6 includes a USB audio interface for digital audio data transfer, and Cubase AI DAW (Digital Audio Worksta- tion) software for Windows® and Macintosh® computer operating systems. With the AUDIOGRAM 6 and your personal computer you have the basic elements of a high-performance computer recording system that is easy to set up and operate.
  • Page 6: System Requirements

    Introduction System Requirements • Visit the web address below for the latest information on: NOTE Computer System Requirements Cubase AI 4 System Requirements Windows Vista Windows Computer Windows-based computer with built-in Windows XP Professional SP1 or USB interface higher/XP Home Edition SP1 or higher Windows Vista (32 bit) Windows Vista 1.4 GHz or higher Intel Pentium pro-...
  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup Be sure to turn the PHANTOM +48V switch (★) on when Powered speakers using a phantom-powered condenser microphone. Keyboard, etc. Microphone Guitar CD player Headphones USB cable To connect a device such as a microphone: To connect an instrument such as an electric guitar Cubase AI or bass:...
  • Page 8: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide This quick setup and operation guide covers everything from installing the Cubase AI software to using Cubase AI for recording and mixdown. While going through this section you might find it useful to also refer to the “Controls and Functions” section on page 15, as well as the pdf manual supplied with the Cubase AI software.
  • Page 9: Powering Up The System

    Quick Guide Step Powering Up the System To prevent loud pops and noises, turn on the power USB Connection Precautions to your sound gear starting with the sources (instruments, CD players, etc.) and ending with the Be sure to observe the following points when connect- monitor speakers (powered speakers).
  • Page 10: Recording With Cubase Ai

    Quick Guide Step Recording with Cubase AI This section describes the procedure for recording to the Cubase AI software we installed earlier via the AUDIOGRAM interface. NOTE For details on operation of the Cubase AI software refer to the pdf-format manual provided with the software.
  • Page 11 Quick Guide On a Windows computer select [ASIO Select [New Project] from the [File] menu to DirectX Full Duplex Driver] in the [Devices] create a new project file. field on the left side of the Device Setup win- The new project dialog window will open. For this dow, and click [Control Panel] on the right example select [CAI4 - 4 Stereo 8 Mono Audio Track side of the window.
  • Page 12: Preparing To Record

    Quick Guide Preparing to Record Play the instrument to be recorded, and adjust the AUDIOGRAM GAIN controls and Click in the track list (the area in which the LEVEL controls so that the Clipping indica- track names are displayed) to select a track tor never lights.
  • Page 13: Recording And Playback

    Quick Guide Recording and Playback To hear playback of the track you have just recorded, use either the Transport panel Click the Transport panel [Record] button to [Rewind] button or the ruler to rewind to the begin recording. beginning of the recorded section, then click the Transport panel [Start] button.
  • Page 14: Mixing With Cubase Ai

    Quick Guide Step Mixing with Cubase AI In this section we’ll try mixing down multiple recorded audio tracks to stereo, and creating a wav file. Mixes can be stored as WAV or AIFF files, which can then be recorded to audio CDs. Launch Cubase AI and open a project file.
  • Page 15: Controls And Functions

    Controls and Functions MIC/INST Input Jack STEREO OUT Jacks Microphones and instruments such as guitars can be These output the mixed signal from channels 1 to 5/6. connected here using XLR or phone jack cables. Set The output level can be adjusted using the MASTER the MIC/INST switch to MIC or INST according to LEVEL control.
  • Page 16: Input Signal Flow

    MASTER LEVEL control all the way down. . Turn this switch on when using a phantom-powered CAUTION condenser microphone. NOTE Yamaha recommends that you use a USB cable with a length of 1.5 meter or less. ■ Input Signal Flow Level Adjust the recording level...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    “Sound” to open the “Sound” dialog window. If so, try removing the other device(s) and connecting only the Yamaha USB device. 2. Click the “Input” tab and under “Choose a device for sound input” select “USB Audio CODEC”.
  • Page 18 Troubleshooting Macintosh: Don’t change these settings if you are not familiar with your computer’s operating system. 1. Select [System Preferences ...] from the Apple menu and then select “Sound” to open the “Sound” Check that the file system is set properly, and make dialog window.
  • Page 19: Dimensional Diagrams

    Specifications ■ General Specifications Jacks MIC/INST Input Jack Combo jacks (Mic/HiZ) LINE Input Jacks (L, R) Phone jacks PHONES Jack Phone jack STEREO OUT Jacks (L, R) Phone jacks USB Connector USB 1.1 44.1/48 kHz, 16 bit MIC: for microphones Controls MIC/INST Switch INST (Hi-Z): for guitars, etc.
  • Page 20: Specifications

    Specifications ■ Block Diagram and Level Diagram STEREO STEREO AUDIOGRAM 6 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 21: About The Accessory Disk

    PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”) CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SOFT- WARE. YOU ARE ONLY PERMITTED TO USE THIS SOFTWARE PURSUANT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT. THIS AGREEMENT IS BETWEEN YOU (AS AN INDIVIDUAL OR LEGAL ENTITY) AND YAMAHA CORPORATION (“YAMAHA”).
  • Page 22: Limitation Of Liability

    IF YAMAHA OR AN AUTHORIZED DEALER HAS BEEN the copyright owner. ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. In no event shall Yamaha’s total liability to you for all damages, losses and causes of action (whether in con- 3. TERMINATION...
  • Page 23: North America

    Niederlassung und bei Yamaha Vertragshändlern in den jeweili- gen Bestimmungsländern erhältlich. Pour plus de détails sur les produits, veuillez-vous adresser à Yamaha ou au distributeur le plus proche de vous figurant dans Para detalles sobre productos, contacte su tienda Yamaha más la liste suivante.
  • Page 24 Yamaha Web Site (English only) http://www.yamahasynth.com/ Yamaha Manual Library http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/ U.R.G., Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division, Yamaha Corporation © 2008 Yamaha Corporation WN49330 804POAP6.3-01A0 Printed in China...

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