MGX Series Setup Guide
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1. Checking the accessories
Make sure that the following accessories have been included.
・ Power Adapter (including power cord) × 1
・ MGX16V MGX16 MGX12V MGX12 Safety Guide × 1
・ MGX16V MGX16 MGX12V MGX12 Start Guide × 1
・ Cubase AI License Card × 1
・ Basic FX Suite License Card × 1
・ Steinberg Plus License Card × 1
NOTE A USB cable is not included with this product. |
2. Installing TOOLS for MGX/URX
TOOLS for MGX/URX is a software package that’s necessary for connecting and using this product with your computer. Follow the steps below to install TOOLS for MGX/URX on your computer.
1. Access the following website to download TOOLS for MGX/URX
2. Decompress (extract) the downloaded file
3. Launch TOOLS for MGX/URX Installer
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the software
This completes the installation of TOOLS for MGX/URX.
3. Connect the power adapter
Connect the included power adapter to the DC IN port on the rear panel of the unit in the order shown in the illustration below.
・ Use the supplied adapter only. Using the wrong adapter can result in damage to the product or overheating. ・ When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet. |
4. Connecting to your computer
Connect the product to your computer and perform the initial setup operations below.
What you need
・ Windows or Mac computer
・ A commercially available USB cable that meets the following specifications. (A USB cable is not included with this product.)
◦ MGX16V, MGX12V: USB 3.0 (Super Speed)
◦ MGX16, MGX12: USB 2.0 (High Speed) or higher
1. Use a USB cable to connect the [USB MAIN] port on the rear panel of the unit to the USB port on your computer
2. Make sure that the volume on this product and on the connected device is turned all the way down
3. Press the [
] (power) switch on the top panel of the unit to turn it on
4. When you first start the device, follow the instructions on the screen to set the language and date/time
5. On the Operation Mode screen, select Simple Mode or Standard Mode
6. If you select Simple Mode in step 5, follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the setup
NOTE For more information about Operation Mode, please refer to the User Guide. |
5. Updating the firmware
Make sure to update the firmware to the latest version to ensure optimum use of all the features of this product.
1. Access the Device List screen in Device Center
To update the firmware for this product, use the device configuration software “Device Center.” Device Center is included in TOOLS for MGX/URX. Follow the steps below to launch Device Center and display the Device List screen.
・ Windows: Launch Device Center from the notification area on the taskbar
・ Mac: Launch the Device Center from the Applications folder
2. On the Device Center Device List screen, select the MGX for which you want to update the firmware
3. Disconnect all Yamaha products other than the selected MGX from your computer
4. Click [
] (Firmware Update) in Device Center
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to update the firmware
6. When the screen indicating the update is complete appears, click [Close]
This completes the preparations for using MGX.
If you are unable to set up, please refer to the “Frequently asked questions” section in the User Guide.
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