MIDAS MR18 Digital Mixer User Manual

1. Sarrera

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.

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3. Paketearen edukia

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

• MIDAS MR18 Digital Mixer
• Elikatze-unitatea
• Hasierako gida azkarra (eskuliburu hau)

Elementuren bat falta edo hondatuta badago, jarri harremanetan zure saltzailearekin berehala.

4. Produktua amaitu daview

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 Aurreko panela

4.1. irudia: Aurrealdea 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:

• 1-16 sarrera kanalak: Combo XLR/TRS jacks for microphone and line-level inputs. These inputs feature MIDAS PRO preampigogailuak.
• 17-18 sarrera kanalak: TRS jacks for line-level inputs.
• USB ataka: Type-A USB port for connecting a USB drive for recording and playback.
• MIDI sarrera/irteera: 5-pin DIN connectors for MIDI control.
• Egoera LEDak: Indicators for power, Wi-Fi connection, and signal presence.

4.2 Atzeko panela

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

• Potentzia sarrera: IEC connector for the included power supply.
• Ethernet ataka: RJ45 connector for wired network connection to a router or computer.
• Urrutiko Agintearen etengailua: Selects between Access Point, Wi-Fi Client, or Ethernet modes for network connectivity.
• Irteera nagusiak (E/E): XLR connectors for the stereo main mix output.
• Aux Outputs 1-6: XLR connectors for auxiliary mixes (monitor sends, effects sends).
• Aurikularretarako irteera: TRS jack with dedicated level control.

5. Konfigurazioa

5.1 Energia-konexioa

1. Connect the provided power supply to the MR18's power input on the rear panel.
2. Plug the power supply into a suitable AC outlet.
3. Press the power switch to turn on the unit. The Power LED on the front panel will illuminate.

5.2 Sareko konexioa

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

• Access Point (AP): 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 webgunea.

5.3 Tablet/Computer Connection

Download and install the appropriate control application for your device:

• iPad: M AIR App from the Apple App Store.
• Android: M AIR App Google Play Store-tik.
• PC/Mac/Linux: M AIR EDIT Software from the MIDAS webgunea.

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 Oinarrizko funtzionamendua

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

6.2 Sarrera/Irteera konfigurazioa

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. Mantentzea

• Garbiketa: Erabili zapi leun eta lehor bat nahasgailuaren kanpoaldea garbitzeko. Ez erabili garbitzaile edo disolbatzaile urratzailerik.
• Aireztapena: Ziurtatu aireztapen-zuloak ez daudela blokeatuta, gehiegi berotzea ekiditeko.
• Biltegiratzea: Denbora luzez erabiltzen ez baduzu, gorde irabiagailua leku fresko eta lehor batean, eguzki-argitik eta tenperatura altuetatik babestuta.
• Firmware eguneraketak: Regularly check the MIDAS webfirmware eguneratzeetarako gunea errendimendu optimoa eta funtzio berrietarako sarbidea bermatzeko.

8. Arazoak

9. Zehaztapenak

10. Bermea eta Laguntza

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 Webgunea: www.midasconsoles.com