Yamaha RMWAP8 User manual
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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious
injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other
hazards.These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Fire warning
• Do not place any burning items or open flames near the product, since they may cause a fire.
Wireless unit
• Do not use this product near medical devices or inside medical facilities. Radio waves from
this product may affect electro-medical devices.
• Do not use this product within 15 cm (6 in) of persons with a heart pacemaker implant or a
defibrillator implant. Radio waves from this product may affect electro-medical devices, such
as a heart pacemaker implant or defibrillator implant.
Location
• Install in the manner instructed in the manual. Falling may result in injury or damage.
• Confirm that the finished installation is safe and secure. Also, carry out safety inspections
periodically. Failure to observe this may cause devices to fall and result in injury.
PRECAUTIONS
Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the
product, or data that is lost or destroyed.
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CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical
injury to you or others.These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
If you notice any abnormality
• If any of the following problems occur, immediately disconnect the LAN cable from the product.
- The LAN cable becomes frayed or damaged.
- Unusual smells or smoke are emitted.
- Some object, or water has been dropped into the product.
- Cracks or other visible damage appear on the product.
Then have the product inspected or repaired by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
Do not open
• This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to disassemble the internal
parts or modify them in any way.
Water caution
• Do not expose the product to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place on
it any containers (such as vases, bottles or glasses) containing liquids which might spill into
any openings.
Location and connection
• When connecting this product with a PoE injector or a PoE network switch, use a LAN cable
which supports PoE. If you connect a cable that does not comply with specifications, or
connect a flat type or slim type cable, fire or malfunctions might occur.
• Do not damage the LAN cable. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire, electric
shock, or damage to the product.
- Do not place heavy objects on the cable.
- Do not process the cable in any way.
- Do not use staples to fix the cable in place.
- Do not apply excessive force to the cable.
- Be sure to keep the cable away from anything hot.
• Do not place the product in an unstable position or a location with excessive vibration, where
it might accidentally fall and cause injury.
• Keep this product out of reach of children. This product is not suitable for use in locations
where children are likely to be present.
• Do not place the product in a location where it may come into contact with corrosive gases or
salt air. Doing so may result in malfunction.
• Do not route a LAN cable where someone might trip over them, such as in a location where
people pass. Tripping on a cable may cause a person or this product to fall down, resulting in
personal injury or damage to the product.
• Before moving the product, remove the connected LAN cable.
Handling caution
• Do not rest your weight on the product or place heavy objects on it.
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To avoid the possibility of malfunction/damage to the product, damage to data, or damage to other
property, follow the notices below.
Handling and maintenance
• Use the product at a distance of at least 20 cm away from the human body. This product
complies with international electromagnetic exposure limits set forth for a normal environment.
• Do not use the product in the vicinity of a TV, radio, or other electric products. Otherwise, the
product, TV, or radio may generate noise.
• Do not use the product in the vicinity of a microwave oven. Otherwise, there is a risk of
electromagnetic interference with wireless communication.
• Install the product in a location away from other electronic devices. Installing this product near
other electronic devices may cause the quality of received radio waves to suffer and
communication to become unstable.
• Do not install the product in a location where magnetic fields are strong. Otherwise, it might
cause the product to malfunction.
• Do not expose the product to excessive dust or vibration, or extreme cold or heat, in order to
prevent the possibility of disfiguration, unstable operation, or damage to the internal
components.
• Do not install in locations where temperature changes are severe. Otherwise, condensation
may form on the inside or the surface of the product, causing it to break.
• If there is reason to believe that condensation might have occurred, leave the product for
several hours without turning on the power until the condensation has completely dried out, in
order to prevent possible damage.
• Do not use a LAN cable that comes into contact with the product case or applies excessive
force to the connector.
• Do not touch the interior of a port with your fingers or any metallic object.
• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the product, since this might cause alteration
or discoloration.
• When cleaning the product, use a dry and soft cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents,
cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths, since this might cause alteration or
discoloration.
NOTICE
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About functions/data bundled with the product
• Warning: This is a class A product. Operation of this product in a residential environment
could cause radio interference.
• This product is compatible with the 1.9 GHz DECT standard. If the product is used in an
environment where CS digital broadcasting is being received or PHS is used, radio waves
may interfere with each other, affecting broadcasting and communication.
• This product uses Dante Broadway. Refer to the Audinate website (English) for details on the
open-source licenses for the particular software.
https://www.audinate.com/software-licensing
• Refer to the website below for the licensing terms of the open source software used in this
product.
U.S.A. and Canada
https://uc.yamaha.com/support/
Other countries
https://download.yamaha.com/
About this manual
• This Manual uses the following signal words for the important information:
• The illustrations as shown in this manual are for instructional purposes only.
• The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
• Yamaha continuously makes improvements and updates to the software included in this
product. You can download the latest software from the Yamaha website.
• Warning: Unauthorized copying of this document in part or in its entirety is prohibited.
INFORMATION
WARNING This content indicates “risk of serious injury or death.”
CAUTION This content indicates “risk of injury.”
NOTICE Indicates content that you must observe in order to prevent the
product from malfunctioning, being damaged, or operating
incorrectly, and to avoid data loss.
IMPORTANT Indicates content that you must know in order to operate and use the
product correctly.
NOTE Indicates information that is related to operation and use. Read this
for your reference.
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About transfer/disposal
• If you transfer the product to a third party, pass this manual and accessories along with it.
• Before you transfer ownership or dispose of this product, initialize the product settings to
default. If you transfer ownership or dispose of this product without initializing the settings,
your personal data may be stolen by a third party.
• This product contains recyclable components. When disposing of this product, please
contact the appropriate local authorities.
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Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha RM-WAP-16/RM-WAP-8 microphone access point.
This unit is a PoE-powered access point. It is compatible with the 1.9 GHz DECT standard
and Dante, and can be used in combination with a dedicated wireless microphone. Be
sure to read this manual before using the unit.
Included items
• Mounting bracket : 1
• Owner’s Manual (this document) : 1
Reference manuals
In order to use this unit, initial settings, such as pairing with a wireless microphone, are
required. For details on the initial setting procedure, functions, and specifications, read the
Reference Manual for the RM Series Wireless Microphone System. This publication is
available on the Yamaha website.
U.S.A. and Canada
https://uc.yamaha.com/support/
Other countries
https://download.yamaha.com/
INTRODUCTION
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Front panel
1(Power) indicator
2(Status) indicator
Indicates the status of this unit using a color and flashing pattern. For details, refer to
the Reference Manual.
3RESET button
Use to reset the settings by long-pressing with a fine-tipped object, then releasing it.
Rear panel
1UNLOCK switch
Use to remove this unit from the mounting bracket. For details, refer to page 13.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
Long press Status indicator Reset target
4 seconds to less
than 8 seconds
Flashes blue twice per second
(during long-pressing/resetting)
Network-related settings
8 seconds to less
than 12 seconds
Flashes blue three times per second
(during long-pressing/resetting) All settings (Automatically
restarts after reset)
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Bottom panel
1Dante/PoE port
This is an RJ-45 port to which you can connect an LAN cable (CAT5e or higher) via an
IEEE802.3af compliant a PoE injector or the PoE network switch to a Dante unit.
For details on injectors, refer to the Reference Manual.
NOTICE
: Do not connect this product to a public Wi-Fi and/or Internet service directly. Only
connect this product to the Internet through a router with strong password
protections. Consult your router manufacturer for information on optimum security
practices.
: Do not connect any device here other than a Dante-compatible device or a
device (including a computer) that supports gigabit Ethernet.
2Mounting cutouts
Use to hook onto the mounting bracket.
3Cable slots
Use for routing the LAN cable if necessary.
4Safety wire mounting holes
Use to attach a commercially available safety wire.
5Heatsinks
Allow internal heat to escape.
NOTICE
: Since the heatsinks collect heat, do not directly touch them with your hands. In
addition, avoid direct contact with heat-sensitive objects.
6Product label
Provides information about this unit and marks of conformity with various standards.
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This unit can be mounted on a wall or ceiling by using the mounting bracket.
Prepare the following.
• This unit
• Mounting bracket (included)
• Commercially available screws × 4
• Commercially available safety wire
1. Attach the mounting bracket to the wall or ceiling with four commercially
available screws.
The diameter of the screw holes is five mm.
INSTALLING ON A WALL OR CEILING
CAUTION
: Be sure to use screws and safety wires that are appropriate for the
material of the wall or ceiling.
Using inappropriate hardware may cause the unit or mounting bracket
to fall, resulting in injuries or malfunctions.
CAUTION
: When attaching to a wall, make sure that the side marked “UP” is at
the top.
If it is at the bottom, the unit may fall, causing injuries or malfunctions.
Screw
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2. Plug the LAN cable into the Dante/PoE port.
NOTICE
: Use STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) cable to prevent electromagnetic interference.
: When disconnecting the LAN cable from the Dante/PoE port, wait at least
five seconds before reconnecting the cable. Otherwise, damage or malfunctions
may result.
NOTE : We recommend using single-pair Ethernet cables in order to stabilize power
supply via PoE.
: If necessary, route the LAN cable through the cable slots.
3. Attach a commercially available safety wire.
4. Align the hooks on the mounting bracket with the mounting cutouts
(holes) in this unit.
Hook Mounting
cutouts
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