Yamaha CobraNet Interface Card

Elevate your audio networking with the Yamaha MY16-CII CobraNet Interface Card, an essential expansion for compatible Yamaha digital mixing consoles and signal processors. This compact, high-performance interface brings 16 input channels and 16 output channels of uncompressed CobraNet digital audio to your system, enabling flexible, scalable distribution across a CobraNet-enabled network. Built for professional environments—live sound, broadcast studios, install venues, and corporate facilities—the MY16-CII delivers reliable, low-latency performance that preserves signal integrity from source to destination. Seamlessly integrate CobraNet into your Yamaha ecosystem, unlock advanced routing possibilities, and future-proof your installation with a card designed to meet the demands of modern networked audio.

• 16x16 CobraNet I/O: 16 input channels and 16 output channels of uncompressed CobraNet digital audio, delivering dense, high-fidelity networking for complex shows and installations.
• Seamless Yamaha integration: An optional interface card designed specifically for compatible Yamaha digital mixing consoles and signal processors, ensuring smooth setup and reliable operation within existing workflows.
• Compact, robust form factor: Slim dimensions (120 mm x 40 mm x 200 mm) with 2 x RJ-45 connectors, allowing easy installation in compact chassis doors or expansion slots without crowding other hardware.
• Low-latency, uncompressed audio: CobraNet technology provides high-quality, low-latency digital audio suitable for demanding live and fixed installations where timing is critical.
• Flexible networking and scalability: Dual RJ-45 network ports enable CobraNet topology that scales from small setups to larger, multi-room configurations, while maintaining reliable audio transfer across the network.

Technical Details of Yamaha CobraNet Interface Card

• Model: Yamaha MY16-CII CobraNet Interface Card
• Type: CobraNet interface card for compatible Yamaha digital mixing consoles and signal processors
• Channels: 16 input channels and 16 output channels of uncompressed CobraNet format digital audio
• Connectors: 2 x RJ-45 connectors
• Dimensions: 120 mm × 40 mm × 200 mm (4.7" × 1.6" × 7.9")
• Compatibility: Designed for compatible Yamaha digital mixing consoles and signal processors supporting CobraNet

how to install Yamaha CobraNet Interface Card

Installing the MY16-CII CobraNet Interface Card is straightforward when you follow these steps. Begin by confirming that your Yamaha device supports CobraNet expansion and that you have a compatible CobraNet network in place. Power down all equipment and unplug from the mains to ensure safe handling of components. Locate the available expansion slot or card bay on your Yamaha console or processor; consult your device’s manual if you’re unsure where the MY16-CII should reside. Gently insert the CobraNet interface card into the slot, aligning connectors and ensuring a firm, secure seating. Reassemble any panels if you removed them, then reconnect power. Connect the CobraNet network using the two RJ-45 ports on the MY16-CII to your CobraNet switch or network backbone. Power up the system and enter the device’s configuration or network settings to map the 16×16 channels to the desired sources and destinations across your CobraNet network. Test the routing with a known audio source and verify that all 16 input and 16 output channels are accurately represented in your software, adjusting channel routing as needed. For best results, ensure firmware and software on the Yamaha device are up to date and that your CobraNet network is properly segmented and configured to minimize latency and avoid contention on shared switches. If you are integrating multiple CobraNet devices, plan your topology to minimize the number of hops audio must traverse and confirm timing alignment across the network to maintain coherent performance during live operations.

Frequently asked questions

Q: What is the Yamaha MY16-CII CobraNet Interface Card?
A: It is an optional CobraNet interface card designed for compatible Yamaha digital mixing consoles and signal processors, enabling a 16×16 CobraNet audio I/O within a Yamaha system.

Q: How many CobraNet channels does it support?
A: It supports 16 input channels and 16 output channels of uncompressed CobraNet digital audio.

Q: How is the card connected to the network?
A: The card provides 2 x RJ-45 connectors for CobraNet networking, allowing connection to CobraNet switches or network hubs.

Q: What are the physical dimensions of the card?
A: The interface measures 120 mm × 40 mm × 200 mm (4.7" × 1.6" × 7.9").

Q: Is the audio uncompressed or compressed?
A: The MY16-CII handles uncompressed CobraNet audio, preserving fidelity across the network with minimal latency.

Q: Can I use this card with any Yamaha console?
A: It is intended as an optional CobraNet interface card for compatible Yamaha digital mixing consoles and signal processors; compatibility depends on your specific model and CobraNet support.

Q: What should I consider when installing?
A: Ensure you have a CobraNet-enabled network, verify compatibility with your Yamaha device, power down equipment before installation, and configure channel routing after installation to map all 16 input and 16 output channels appropriately.