MIDAS MR18 Digital Mixer User Manual

1. Entwodiksyon

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. Enstriksyon Sekirite Enpòtan

• Li enstriksyon sa yo.
• Kenbe enstriksyon sa yo.
• Fè atansyon tout avètisman yo.
• Swiv tout enstriksyon yo.
• Pa sèvi ak aparèy sa a toupre dlo.
• Netwaye sèlman ak twal sèk.
• Pa bloke okenn ouvèti vantilasyon. Enstale an akò ak enstriksyon manifakti a.
• Pa enstale tou pre okenn sous chalè tankou radyatè, rejis chalè, recho, oswa lòt aparèy (tankou amplifiers) ki pwodui chalè.
• Pa defèt objektif sekirite nan ploge polarize oswa ki kalite tè. Yon ploge polarize gen de lam ak youn pi laj pase lòt la. Yon ploge kalite tè gen de lam ak yon twazyèm pwong tè. Yo bay lam lajè a oswa twazyèm pikèt la pou sekirite ou. Si priz yo bay la pa anfòm nan priz ou a, konsilte yon elektrisyen pou ranplase priz demode a.
• Pwoteje kòd elektrik la pou yo pa mache oswa kwense sitou nan priz, resipyan konvenyans, ak pwen kote yo sòti nan aparèy la.
• Itilize sèlman atachman/akseswa manifakti a espesifye.
• Itilize sèlman ak charyo a, kanpe, tripod, bracket, oswa tab ki espesifye pa manifakti a, oswa vann ak aparèy la. Lè yo itilize yon kabwa, pran prekosyon lè w ap deplase konbinezon kabwa a/aparèy la pou evite blese nan ranvèse.
• Deploge aparèy sa a pandan tanpèt zèklè oswa lè li pa itilize pou yon peryòd tan ki long.
• Refere tout sèvis yo bay pèsonèl sèvis kalifye. Reparasyon nesesè lè aparèy la domaje nenpòt fason, tankou kòd kouran oswa ploge domaje, likid koule oswa objè tonbe nan aparèy la, aparèy la te ekspoze a lapli oswa imidite, li pa fonksyone nòmalman. , oswa li te tonbe.

3. Pake kontni

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

• MIDAS MR18 Digital Mixer
• Inite ekipman pou pouvwa
• Gid Quick Start (manyèl sa a)

Si nenpòt atik ki manke oswa ki domaje, tanpri kontakte konsesyonè ou imedyatman.

4. Pwodwi souview

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 Panèl devan

Figi 4.1: Devan 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 preamplifikatè.
• Input Channels 17-18: TRS jacks for line-level inputs.
• Pò USB: Type-A USB port for connecting a USB drive for recording and playback.
• Antre/Sòti MIDI: 5-pin DIN connectors for MIDI control.
• LED estati: Indicators for power, Wi-Fi connection, and signal presence.

4.2 Panèl dèyè

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

• Antre pouvwa: IEC connector for the included power supply.
• Ethernet Port: 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.
• Main Outputs (L/R): XLR connectors for the stereo main mix output.
• Aux Outputs 1-6: XLR connectors for auxiliary mixes (monitor sends, effects sends).
• Sòti ekoutè: TRS jack with dedicated level control.

5. Enstalasyon

5.1 Koneksyon pouvwa

1. Connect the provided power supply to the MR18's power input on the rear panel.
2. Branche ekipman pou pouvwa a nan yon priz kouran AC ki apwopriye.
3. Press the power switch to turn on the unit. The Power LED on the front panel will illuminate.

5.2 Rezo Koneksyon

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

• Pwen Aksè (PA): 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 websit.

5.3 Tablet/Computer Connection

Download and install the appropriate control application for your device:

• iPad: M AIR App soti nan Apple App Store la.
• Android: M AIR App soti nan Google Play Store.
• PC/Mac/Linux: M AIR EDIT Software from the MIDAS websit.

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 Operasyon debaz

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

6.2 Konfigirasyon Antre/Sòti

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. Antretyen

• Netwayaj: Sèvi ak yon twal mou epi sèk pou netwaye deyò mixer la. Pa sèvi ak pwodui netwayaj abrazif oswa solvan.
• Vantilasyon: Asire w ke ouvèti vantilasyon yo pa bloke pou anpeche surchof.
• Depo: Lè w pa itilize mixer a pou yon bon bout tan, sere l nan yon kote ki fre epi sèk, lwen limyè solèy dirèk ak tanperati ekstrèm.
• Mizajou mikrolojisyèl: Regularly check the MIDAS websit pou mizajou firmwèr pou asire pèfòmans optimal ak aksè a nouvo fonksyonalite.

NAN. Depanaj

9. Espesifikasyon

10. Garanti ak sipò

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 Websit: www.midasconsoles.com