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Yamaha AG03MK2 User Manual

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  • Page 1 LIVE STREAMING MIXER User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Introduction  4 About this Guide.................. 4 How the manuals are organized.............. 6 Product features.................. 7 Accessories.................... 8 Component names and functions  9 Rear panel.................... 9 Front side.................... 11 Getting ready to use this product  17 Connecting to an iPhone/iPad..
  • Page 3 Contents Using this product for a podcast  59 Using WaveLab Cast................. 59 Using this product for recording  60 Using Rec’n’Share with an iPhone/iPad............ 60 Using Cubase AI with your computer............ 61 Using this product in music production  62 Using Cubasis LE with an iPhone/iPad..

  • Page 4: About This Guide

    Do not use this product for any purpose that may infringe upon the rights of any third party including copyrights, as established by law in each country or region. Yamaha bears no responsibility for any infringement upon third party rights that may occur as a result of using this product.
  • Page 5 Introduction > About this Guide the permission of Yamaha Corporation is not required regardless of whether the distribution method is paid or free of charge. *1: The word “content” includes a computer program, audio data, Accompaniment Style data, MIDI data, waveform data, voice recording data, music score, and score data, etc.

  • Page 6: How The Manuals Are Organized

    This also explains how to use this product in different situations. NOTE You can download these manuals from the Yamaha website. The latest manual data is always available on the Yamaha website, so please make use of these resources as necessary.

  • Page 7: Product Features

    Introduction > Product features Product features This is a Live streaming mixer that’s used for livestreaming and other uses via connection to your computer, iPad or smartphone. Features a built-in compressor, equalizer and reverb with adjustable tonal character Use the dedicated “AG Controller” to make detailed adjustments to the tonal character. You can turn the compressor, equalizer and reverb on/off on the product itself.

  • Page 8: Accessories

    Introduction > Accessories Accessories The following accessories are included with this product. USB cable (USB-C to USB-A), 1.5 m × 1 Safety Guide × 1 Quick Guide × 1 WaveLab Cast Download Information × 1 Cubase AI Download Information × 1...

  • Page 9: Component Names And Functions

    When connecting an iPhone/iPad, connect a USB power adapter (sold separately) to the DC] USB port. NOTE A dedicated driver is required to use this product with Windows® computers. Download and install the driver from the following website. AG03MK2 : https://www.yamaha.com/2/ag03mk2/ AG06MK2 : https://www.yamaha.com/2/ag06mk2/ NOTICE Do not connect any other devices except for an iPhone, iPad or a computer to the USB 2.0 port.
  • Page 10 Component names and functions > Rear panel [5V DC] USB port (USB-C) Connect a commercially-available USB power adapter, USB mobile battery or similar device here. Use this with devices that cannot supply power like an iPhone or iPad, or when connecting to computers that cannot supply ample bus power.

  • Page 11: Front Side

    Component names and functions > Front side Front side AG06MK2 AG03MK2 Mic/line input jack Connect your mic, electronic instrument or other device here. You can insert an XLR type or phone (balanced/ unbalanced) plug into this jack. Plug type Phone type (balanced)
  • Page 12 Component names and functions > Front side Line [K (R)] input jack ([K] input jack on the AG03MK2) AG06MK2 Connect an electronic keyboard, audio device or other line-level equipment here. Channels 3/4 use phone plugs, and channels 5/6 use RCA pin type plugs. Use the channel 3 [L/MONO] jack to connect a device with a monaural output.
  • Page 13 1/2 level knobs are at minimum (0) setting. Phantom [+48V] switch/[+48V] LED (AG03MK2 only) When this switch is turned on (O), the [+48V] LED lights, and DC +48 V phantom power is supplied to the XLR plug connected to the mic/line input jack for channel 1.
  • Page 14 [FOOT SW] jack Connect a footswitch (such as a Yamaha FC5, sold separately) here. You can use a footswitch to mute the reverb sound when the LED for the [REVERB] button is on. The [EFFECT] button LED flashes when the effect sound is muted.
  • Page 15 Component names and functions > Front side [HEADSET] mic [M] input jack Connect a headset mic here. Normally, the plug is pink. The audio input from this jack is sent to channel 1. NOTE When you connect a mic plug into the [HEADSET] mic input jack, the audio from the device connected to channel 1 (mic/line input jack) is muted.
  • Page 16 NOTE When recording to a DAW or other software, set this to [DRY CH 1-2] (or [DRY CH 1-2G] on the AG03MK2) to send the audio signal without reverb or other effects added.

  • Page 17: Getting Ready To Use This Product

    When using this product for streaming or otherwise using it for long periods of time, have a power supply on hand to power your iPhone/iPad. For a list of compatible operating systems, see the following Yamaha website. AG03MK2: https://www.yamaha.com/2/ag03mk2/ AG06MK2: https://www.yamaha.com/2/ag06mk2/...
  • Page 18 Getting ready to use this product > Connecting to an iPhone/iPad Connect this product to an Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter using the included USB cable. Rear panel USB cable (included) NOTE If you’re using an iPad that has a USB-C connector, use the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter. You can also use the USB-C charging cable included with the iPad to connect directly to this product.

  • Page 19: Connecting To Android Devices

    Getting ready to use this product > Connecting to Android devices Connecting to Android devices This explains what to do to power this unit, up through connecting to an Android device. An external power supply is required to connect to an Android device. What you need USB power adapter or USB mobile battery (at least 5 V, 1 A) USB cable (commercially available, for power supply)
  • Page 20 Getting ready to use this product > Connecting to Android devices Using a 3.5 mm four-conductor stereo mini cable, connect the smartphone [P] input/output jack on this product to the headset jack on your Android device. Android device 4-conductor (TRRS), 3.5 mm stereo mini cable NOTE You will need a conversion adapter cable if your Android device does not have a jack for connecting stereo mini plugs.

  • Page 21: Connecting To Your Computer And Configuring The Settings (Windows)

    Getting ready to use this product > Connecting to your computer and configuring the settings (Windows) Connecting to your computer and configuring the settings (Windows) First, you will need to download and install the “Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver” from the following website, so that your computer can recognize this product. AG03MK2: https://www.yamaha.com/2/ag03mk2/ AG06MK2: https://www.yamaha.com/2/ag06mk2/...
  • Page 22 Getting ready to use this product > Connecting to your computer and configuring the settings (Windows) Type “Sound” into the “Search” box screen, and then select “Sound Settings” from the menu that appears. Select [Yamaha AG03MK2] or [Yamaha AG06MK2] for “Output” and “Input” on the “Sound” screen.

  • Page 23: Connecting To Your Computer And Configuring The Settings (Mac)

    Settings on the computer Open “Finder” → “Go” → “Applications” → “Utilities” → “Audio MIDI Setup”. Select [Yamaha AG03MK2] or [Yamaha AG06MK2] from the list at the left side of the Audio Devices screen. If the Audio Devices screen is not shown, select “Show Audio Devices” from the “Window”...
  • Page 24 Output”. Similarly, select “Use This Device For Sound Input”. Once you’ve finished steps 3 and 4, the mic and speaker icons at the bottom right of [Yamaha AG03MK2] or [Yamaha AG06MK2] in the list will appear. Quit “Audio MIDI Setup.”...

  • Page 25: Using This Product For Livestreaming (17Live, Twitch, Youtube Live)

    Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Using with an iPhone/iPad Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) Using with an iPhone/iPad This explains how to use this product with your iPhone/iPad to configure the settings and make the necessary operations to livestream your voice or your singing to 17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live or other such services.
  • Page 26 Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Using with an iPhone/iPad Connect headphones or earphones Connect your headphones or earphones to the output jack.
  • Page 27 Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Using with an iPhone/iPad Connect the mic Connect the mic to the channel 1 mic/line input jack. Now that you’ve made these connections, configure the settings for this unit. Turn the [z] (standby/on) switch on. Turn the [z] (standby/on) switch on.
  • Page 28 Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Using with an iPhone/iPad Configure the settings for the AG Make the settings for each switch on the front panel as follows. [LINE] switch: off Phantom [+48V] switch: on (when using a condenser mic) Channel 1 [GAIN] knob, level knob, fader: as appropriate (see illustration) [STREAMING OUT]: [INPUT MIX] [MIX MINUS]: off...
  • Page 29 [H] knob has no effect on the volume of the livestreaming audio. Starting the livestream Use the fader (only on the AG03MK2) or the level knob to adjust the respective volumes. Launch the livestreaming app and check the balance for the listeners. NOTE...

  • Page 30: Using This Product With An Android Device

    Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Using this product with an Android device Using this product with an Android device This explains how to use this product with your Android device to configure the settings and make the necessary operations to livestream your voice or your singing to 17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live or other such services.
  • Page 31 Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Using this product with an Android device Connect headphones or earphones Connect your headphones or earphones to the headphones output jack.
  • Page 32 Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Using this product with an Android device Connect the mic Connect the mic to the channel 1 mic/line input jack. Now that you’ve made these connections, configure the settings for this unit.
  • Page 33 [H] knob has no effect on the volume of the livestreaming audio. Starting the livestream Use the fader (only on the AG03MK2) or the level knob to adjust the respective volumes. Launch the livestreaming app and check the balance for the listeners. NOTE...

  • Page 34: Using This Product With Your Computer

    This product Windows or Mac computer (on which the AG Controller and livestreaming apps are installed) Install the “AG Controller” app from the following website. AG03MK2: https://www.yamaha.com/2/ag03mk2/ AG06MK2: https://www.yamaha.com/2/ag06mk2/ Headphones or earphones with a stereo mini-plug cable USB cable (included)
  • Page 35 Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Using this product with your computer Connect headphones or earphones Connect your headphones or earphones to the headphones output jack. Once you’ve made all the connections, let’s configure the settings for this product.
  • Page 36 Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Using this product with your computer Configure the settings for the AG Make the settings for each switch on the front panel as follows. Phantom [+48V] switch: on (when using a condenser mic) Channel 1 [GAIN] knob, level knob, fader: as appropriate (see illustration) [STREAMING OUT]: [INPUT MIX] [MIX MINUS]: off...
  • Page 37 Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Using this product with your computer Turn the [z] (standby/on) switch on. Turn the [z] (standby/on) switch on. Once you’ve made the settings on this product, launch the “AG Controller” app and click “Sound Check”...
  • Page 38 “Disabled”. Also, set the “Mic/Auxiliary Audio” setting in “Global Audio Devices” to the line setting, [Yamaha AG03MK2] or [Yamaha AG06MK2]. On the left-hand navigation menu, click “Steam”. Select the streaming service to use, and input the stream key as necessary that you received from the service.

  • Page 39: Operations While Livestreaming

    Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Operations while livestreaming Operations while livestreaming This explains the operations you can use while livestreaming. Mute the mic If you will be leaving your seat or otherwise taking a break during the livestream, turn the [MUTE] button on (the LED lights up), so that the sound from the mic is not broadcasted.
  • Page 40 Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Operations while livestreaming Reverb settings screen How to access: [Detail r] → click on the [Reverb] graph onscreen NOTE The AG Controller app is not available for Android devices.

  • Page 41: Connecting Your Musical Instrument Or Music Player

    Connect your digital piano, synthesizer or other digital instrument to the channel 3/4 line input jack. Adjust the volume using the level knob for channel 3/4. AG03MK2 Connect the guitar to the guitar input jack using an unbalanced phone connector, and set the [GUITAR/LINE] switch to GUITAR (O).
  • Page 42 Using this product for livestreaming (17LIVE, Twitch, YouTube Live) > Connecting your musical instrument or music player Adding background music and sound effects To play back background music or sound effects, connect your music player to the [AUX (P)] smartphone input/output jack.

  • Page 43: Using This Product In A Web Meeting Using With An Iphone/Ipad

    Using this product in a Web meeting > Using with an iPhone/iPad Using this product in a Web meeting Using with an iPhone/iPad This explains the settings and operations to make when using this product with your iPhone/iPad to hold Web meetings with apps such as Zoom, Skype, Teams, FaceTime and LINE.
  • Page 44 Using this product in a Web meeting > Using with an iPhone/iPad Connect the Lightning or USB-C 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter to the smartphone [P] input/output jack of this product with a 3.5 mm 4-conductor (TRRS) stereo mini cable. Lightning/USB-C Lightning/USB-C 3.5 mm headphone...
  • Page 45 Using this product in a Web meeting > Using with an iPhone/iPad Connect headphones or earphones Connect your headphones or earphones to the headphones output jack.
  • Page 46 Using this product in a Web meeting > Using with an iPhone/iPad Connect the mic Connect the mic to the channel 1 mic/line input jack. Now that you’ve made these connections, configure the settings for this unit. Turn the [z] (standby/on) switch on. Turn the [z] (standby/on) switch on.
  • Page 47 [H] knob has no effect on the volume of the livestreaming audio. Start the Web meeting. Use the fader (only on the AG03MK2) or the level knob to adjust the respective volumes. Launch the livestreaming app and check the balance for the listeners. Operations during the conversation Muting your own voice To interrupt the conversation, turn the MUTE button on (the LED lights up).
  • Page 48 Using this product in a Web meeting > Using with an iPhone/iPad NOTE See “Audio-related and other issues” (p.65) if you don’t hear any sound.

  • Page 49: Using This Product With An Android Device

    Using this product in a Web meeting > Using this product with an Android device Using this product with an Android device This explains the settings and operations to make when using this product with your Android device to hold Web meetings with apps such as Zoom, Skype, Teams, FaceTime and LINE.
  • Page 50 Using this product in a Web meeting > Using this product with an Android device Connect headphones or earphones Connect your headphones or earphones to the headphones output jack.
  • Page 51 Using this product in a Web meeting > Using this product with an Android device Connect the mic Connect the mic to the channel 1 mic/line input jack. Now that you’ve made these connections, configure the settings for this unit.
  • Page 52 [H] knob has no effect on the volume of the livestreaming audio. Start the Web meeting. Use the fader (only on the AG03MK2) or the level knob to adjust the respective volumes. Launch the livestreaming app and check the balance for the listeners.
  • Page 53 Using this product in a Web meeting > Using this product with an Android device Operations during the conversation Muting your own voice To interrupt the conversation, turn the MUTE button on (the LED lights up). NOTE See “Audio-related and other issues” (p.65) if you don’t hear any sound.

  • Page 54: Using This Product With Your Computer

    Using this product in a Web meeting > Using this product with your computer Using this product with your computer This explains the settings and operations to make when using this product with your Windows PC or Mac to hold Web meetings using Zoom, Skype, Teams, FaceTime or LINE. (Zoom, Skype, Teams, FaceTime and LINE are the names of apps.) What you need This product...
  • Page 55 Using this product in a Web meeting > Using this product with your computer Connect headphones or earphones Connect your headphones or earphones to the headphones output jack.
  • Page 56 Using this product in a Web meeting > Using this product with your computer Connect the mic Connect the mic to the channel 1 mic/line input jack. Now that you’ve made these connections, configure the settings for this unit.
  • Page 57 Configure the settings for the app Launch the app you’ll use to hold the Web meeting, open the device settings in the app and confirm that the sound input device and sound output device are both set to either [Yamaha AG03MK2] or [Yamaha AG06MK2].
  • Page 58 Using this product in a Web meeting > Using this product with your computer Operations during the conversation Muting your own voice To interrupt the conversation, turn the MUTE button on (the LED lights up). NOTE See “Audio-related and other issues” (p.65) if you don’t hear any sound.

  • Page 59: Using This Product For A Podcast Using Wavelab Cast

    Using this product for a podcast > Using WaveLab Cast Using this product for a podcast Using WaveLab Cast WaveLab Cast is an app for Windows and Mac that’s optimal for producing podcast audio/video contents. The app allows you to easily record, edit and stream your content. WaveLab Cast setup: Refer to the following page to download the app and activate the license.

  • Page 60: Using This Product For Recording

    Rec'n'Share app makes it easy to do everything from performing and recording your favorite songs to recording and editing video of your performance, up through uploading the results. For more details on Rec'n'Share, see the following website. https://www.yamaha.com/2/rec_n_share/ NOTE Check the App Store to see which OS versions are compatible with the app.

  • Page 61: Using Cubase Ai With Your Computer

    Using this product for recording > Using Cubase AI with your computer Using Cubase AI with your computer Use Cubase AI in combination with this product to record and edit audio and so on. Cubase AI is DAW software for music production that lets you record, playback and edit audio using your computer. Cubase AI setup: Refer to the following page to download the app and activate the license.

  • Page 62: Using This Product In Music Production

    Using this product in music production > Using Cubasis LE with an iPhone/iPad Using this product in music production Using Cubasis LE with an iPhone/iPad Use Cubasis LE in combination with this product to record and edit audio. Cubasis LE is a basic version of the mobile DAW Cubasis.

  • Page 63: Using Cubase Ai With Your Computer

    Using this product in music production > Using Cubase AI with your computer Using Cubase AI with your computer Use Cubase AI in combination with this product to record and edit audio and so on. Cubase AI is DAW software for music production that lets you record, playback and edit audio using your computer. Cubase AI setup: Refer to the following page to download the app and activate the license.

  • Page 64: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting > Power-related Troubleshooting Power-related The power LED will not light up Is the power of this product turned on? The LED will not light up if this product is not turned on. When using an iPhone, iPad or Android device: An external power supply is required, such as a USB power adapter or USB mobile battery.

  • Page 65: Audio-Related And Other Issues

    Your Windows PC does not recognize this product Have you installed the driver? You must install the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver if you wish to connect this product to a Windows PC. See the following website for how to install the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver.
  • Page 66 Troubleshooting > Audio-related and other issues Is the [STREAMING OUT] selector switch set to [LOOPBACK]? If you are using DAW software and the [LOOPBACK] setting is used, a loop may occur depending on your DAW software settings, which could cause feedback. To record while listening to the sound from your computer, be sure to use a setting other than [LOOPBACK].

  • Page 67: Appendix

    Appendix > General specifications Appendix General specifications AG06MK2 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms, Output impedance of signal generator (Rs) = 150 Ω All level controls are nominal if not specified. Frequency response Input (MIC) → MONITOR OUT via USB IN/OUT +0.5 dB/−1.5 dB (20 Hz to 48 kHz @ Fs = 192 kHz) with a nominal output level reference @ 1 kHz, GAIN knob: min, STREAMING OUT: DRY CH 1-2 Total harmonic distortion *1 (THD+N)
  • Page 68 Optional accessories Foot switch: FC5, Mic stand adaptor: BMS-10A Operating temperature 0 to +40 ℃ AG03MK2 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms, Output impedance of signal generator (Rs) = 150 Ω All level controls are nominal if not specified. Frequency response Input (MIC) →...
  • Page 69 Appendix > General specifications Input channels Mono (MIC/LINE): 1, including HEADSET MIC (plug-in power; CH 1 MIC and HEADSET MIC cannot be used simultaneously), Stereo (LINE) / Mono (guitar): 1, USB IN: 1, AUX IN: 1 Output channels MONITOR OUT: 2, PHONES: 2 (including HEADSET PHONES; PHONES and HEADSET PHONES cannot be used simultaneously), AUX OUT: 1 Input Channel Function (CH1, CH2G) 26 dB...
  • Page 70 Appendix > General specifications *3 Measured with 1 kHz band pass filter. *4 No switch or knob on the front panel. The contents of this guide apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing date.

  • Page 71: Input / Output Characteristics

    Appendix > Input / Output characteristics Input / Output characteristics Analog Input Characteristics (AG06MK2) 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms Input level GAIN Trim/ Actual Load At Nominal Input Jacks Connectors Sensitivity Max. 26 dB Impedance Level Nominal Position before clip −72 dBu −60 dBu −50 dBu...
  • Page 72 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, Yamaha Steinberg USB 24-bit 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, USB Type-C Driver 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz Analog Input Characteristics (AG03MK2) 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms Input level GAIN Trim / Actual Load At Nominal Input Jacks Connectors Sensitivity Max.
  • Page 73 (CTIA) *6 Tip = HOT, Ring = COLD, Sleeve = GND *7 Tip = Signal L, Ring 1 = Signal R, Ring 2 = GND, Sleeve = Output for smartphone Digital Input / Output Characteristics (AG03MK2) Terminals Format Data Length Connector USB Audio Class 2.0 /...

  • Page 74: Dimensions

    Appendix > Dimensions Dimensions AG06MK2 (Units: mm)
  • Page 75 Appendix > Dimensions AG03MK2 (Units: mm)

  • Page 76: Block And Level Diagrams

    Appendix > Block and level diagrams Block and level diagrams See the following Yamaha website for the AG06MK2 AG03MK2 Block and Level Diagrams. https://www.yamaha.com/2/ag03mk2/ https://www.yamaha.com/2/ag06mk2/...
  • Page 77 Stylesheet Name: 01_YMH_PDF_Manual_A5_PA_En-Multi Layout Folder: YMH_PDF_Manual_A5_PA Stylesheet Version: 2022.03.29 Yamaha Pro Audio global website https://www.yamahaproaudio.com/ Yamaha Downloads https://download.yamaha.com/ © 2022 Yamaha Corporation Published 04/2022 AM-B0...

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