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DIGITAL MIXING CONSOLE V2 Quick Guide Thank you for choosing a Yamaha TF5/TF3/TF1 Digital Mixing Console. To take full advantage of the superior features and performance offered by your TF-series console, and to enjoy years of trouble-free use, please read this...
Contents 1. Precautions ....................5 8. Setup ......................20 Setting the internal clock ..............20 2. Introduction ....................7 Initialization (factory reset) ..............20 Intended user ..................7 Attaching the optional Rack Mount Kit (RK5014) (TF1 only) .... 21 Intended usage ................... 7 Installing an NY card ................
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PRÉCAUTIONS CONCER- NANT LA SÉCURITÉ Lire ces instructions. Conserver ces instructions. Tenir compte de tous les avertissements. Suivre toutes les instructions. Ne pas utiliser ce produit à proximité d’eau. Nettoyer uniquement avec un chiffon propre et sec. Ne pas bloquer les orifices de ventilation. Installer l’appareil conformément aux instructions du fabricant.
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Modifications not expressly approved av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt Type of Equipment : Digital Mixing Console by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the fabrikantens instruktion. FCC, to use the product. Model Name : TF5/TF3/TF1 2.
Failing to do so may result in electric shock, one you purchased, the included power cord may not be If you notice any abnormality compatible. Please check with your Yamaha dealer. hearing loss, or equipment damage. • If any of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the • Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or...
Yamaha dealer and have qualified Yamaha service should not be mixed with general personnel replace the backup battery. The average life of Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by household waste. the backup battery is approximately five years, depending...
34 channels of audio functions, production operation, and effects output. parameters. The Refernece Manual is available on the Yamaha Pro Information about the software described here is Audio website. available on the Yamaha Pro Audio website.
3. Workflow Overview Here’s a brief overview of how to start mixing using a Presets. Use Presets to Set Up Each Channel Connect Connect the instruments and mics. Step1 Step2 Connect output devices such as powered speakers. Press the Library key ( ) to access the Press the [SEL] key to select a channel.
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Workflow Overview What is a “Preset”? Adjust the Mix Save Your Settings A Preset is a file stored in the Library ( that contains channel settings such as the type of input (instrument or mic), equalizer Do a sound check and adjust the overall mix. You can save your entire mix setup as a Scene.
4. Panels 4-1 Top panel The top panel of TF Series consoles is divided into the following sections. ⑬ ② ① ⑪ ③ ⑭ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ 1 Channel Strip section (page 13) 2 ST IN (stereo input) section (page 13) 3 FX (effects) section (page 14) 4 USER DEFINED KEYS section (page 14) 5 MUTE section (page 14)
48 kHz, 24-bit audio. When using with a computer 0 AC IN connector 3 INPUT jacks running Microsoft Windows, the Yamaha Steinberg Connect the included power cord. When connecting Combination jacks that support both XLR and TRS USB Driver is required. When using a Mac, Core Audio to a power outlet, first connect the power cord to the phone connectors.
5. Connections Connecting outputs Connecting inputs Electric guitar or bass Powered speakers (floor monitors) Keyboard or synthesizer Computer Powered speakers (front FC5 (optional) (DAW software) speakers) USB 2.0 Default signal routing for each output jack Default signal routing for each channel HINT What if I’m using condenser mics? OMNI OUT 1 AUX1 OUT CHANNEL...
Pressing this key will cause the key to light, which indicates that you can control the channel on the For TF5 and TF3 consoles, ST IN can also be controlled using display. For stereo channels, you can press the [SEL] INPUT 2 in the FADER BANK.
You can remove certain input and FX channels from the mute selected for MONITOR or CUE. For TF5 and TF3 consoles, FX can also be controlled using INPUT group by turning MUTE SAFE on for the desired channels. 2 in the FADER BANK.
Controls and functions 6-10 6-11 FADER BANK section SENDS ON FADER section Display section Allows you to quickly assign different channels to the Switches each channel strip to temporarily control the Allows to you control the console by touching the console’s faders.
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Controls and functions Operating the display Using the [TOUCH AND TURN] knob to control • Adjusting the Q (steepness) of the EQ When in manual mode on the EQ screen, select one parameters • Changing screens of the handles and pinch in or out to adjust the Q. The screen switches when you touch an on-screen As shown below, touch the parameter you want to button.
2 [CUE] key For information about compatible iOS devices, visit the Used as the cue monitor key for the corresponding ① Yamaha pro audio website. STEREO channel. The key lights when the CUE is on. http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/ ② 3 Meter LEDs...
7. Displaying the configuration screens While viewing the OVERVIEW screen, you can double-touch an area of a channel to switch to that area’s configuration screen. While viewing a configuration screen, you can easily switch to another area by touching the desired area in the left side of the screen. To return to the OVERVIEW screen, press the Home key ( ) below the display.
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Displaying the configuration screens You can view the following screens by touching the buttons in the OVERVIEW screen. To return to the OVERVIEW screen, CUE/MONITOR/OSCILLATOR Used to manage CUE/monitor source and press the Home key ( ) below the display. control oscillators.
8. Setup This section explains how to set up the TF series When finished, touch [OK]. console the first time you turn it on. Press the Home key ( 8-1 Setting the internal clock The OVERVIEW screen is displayed. Set the console’s internal clock, including the date, NOTE time, and format.
Setup 8-3 Attaching the optional Rack Mount Mount the console into the rack, and fasten it into • To ensure sufficient airflow, leave the rear of the rack open and position it at least 10 cm from walls or other place. Kit (RK5014) (TF1 only) surfaces. If the rear of the rack cannot be left open, The procedure is the same for the left and right sides of install a commercially available fan or similar ventilation the console.
TF-series consoles. Make sure you insert the card fully, so that the connection For information about compatible cards, visit the Yamaha terminal on the NY card is firmly connected to the connection pro audio website.
For information about compatible portable audio players, refer to the Reference Manual. For the latest information, visit the console. Yamaha pro audio website. No audio heard from portable audio player connected to iPad connector The console and computer are not assigned to the same subnet If using Static IP address provisioning, set the console to the same subnet mask as the computer.
Pro Audio Department, Yamaha Corporation The source code will be provided at no charge; however, we may require you to reimburse Yamaha for the cost of delivering the source code to you. The source code can be downloaded by visiting the following URL: http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/...
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Specifications TF1 rack TF series Quick Guide...
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