Owner's Manual
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... WITH DIGITAL EFFECTS POWER ON CFX12 12 CHANNEL COMPACT INTEGRATED LIVE SOUND MIXER MONO PLUG STEREO PLUG INSERT ALL THE WAY IN TO THE "SECOND CLICK" TIP OUT TO EFFECTS DEVICE RING RETURN FROM EFFECTS DIRECT OUT WITH SIGNAL INTERRUPTION TO MASTER FOR USE AS AN EFFECTS LOOP (TIP = SEND, RING = RETURN) OPTIONAL USES FOR INSERTS SERIAL NUMBER MANUFACTURING DATE MIC 1 MIC 2 MIC 3 MIC 4 MIC 5 MIC 6 MIC 7 MIC 8 STEREO EFX EFX SEND L RETURN R 1 TAPE TAPE INPUT OUTPUT...
... WITH DIGITAL EFFECTS POWER ON CFX12 12 CHANNEL COMPACT INTEGRATED LIVE SOUND MIXER MONO PLUG STEREO PLUG INSERT ALL THE WAY IN TO THE "SECOND CLICK" TIP OUT TO EFFECTS DEVICE RING RETURN FROM EFFECTS DIRECT OUT WITH SIGNAL INTERRUPTION TO MASTER FOR USE AS AN EFFECTS LOOP (TIP = SEND, RING = RETURN) OPTIONAL USES FOR INSERTS SERIAL NUMBER MANUFACTURING DATE MIC 1 MIC 2 MIC 3 MIC 4 MIC 5 MIC 6 MIC 7 MIC 8 STEREO EFX EFX SEND L RETURN R 1 TAPE TAPE INPUT OUTPUT...
Owner's Manual
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... the effective usage of producing high sound pressure levels use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer, or sold with a rocker-style AC mains power switch. Servicing is located on the rear panel and should not be placed on ...user of the presence of with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Duration Per Day In Hours 8 6 4 3 2 1.5 1 0.5 0.25 or less Sound Level dBA, Slow Response 90 92 95 97 100 102 105 110 115 Typical Example Duo in excess of waste could result in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of time. Ear plugs or protectors...
... the effective usage of producing high sound pressure levels use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer, or sold with a rocker-style AC mains power switch. Servicing is located on the rear panel and should not be placed on ...user of the presence of with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Duration Per Day In Hours 8 6 4 3 2 1.5 1 0.5 0.25 or less Sound Level dBA, Slow Response 90 92 95 97 100 102 105 110 115 Typical Example Duo in excess of waste could result in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of time. Ear plugs or protectors...
Owner's Manual
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... mono subwoofer output • 12-segment stereo LED metering • Mackie's (in)famous Rude Solo Light • 9-band stereo graphic EQ (main mix) • EMAC™ 32-bit digital stereo effects with footswitch jack • 2 aux sends with master level controls • 2 effects sends with master level controls • Level controls for stereo effect returns • Break switch for choosing a Mackie CFX MKII mixer! Whenever a feature is mentioned, described or illustrated, its number...
... mono subwoofer output • 12-segment stereo LED metering • Mackie's (in)famous Rude Solo Light • 9-band stereo graphic EQ (main mix) • EMAC™ 32-bit digital stereo effects with footswitch jack • 2 aux sends with master level controls • 2 effects sends with master level controls • Level controls for stereo effect returns • Break switch for choosing a Mackie CFX MKII mixer! Whenever a feature is mentioned, described or illustrated, its number...
Owner's Manual
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... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 INTRODUCTION 3 ABOUT THIS MANUAL 3 QUICK START 5 APPLICATIONS DIAGRAMS 6 PATCHBAY FEATURES 8 MIC 8 LINE IN 8 INSERT 8 EFFECTS: SERIAL OR PARALLEL 9 STEREO LINE IN 9 MAIN OUT 9 SUBWOOFER OUT 9 MAIN INSERT 9 UTILITY OUT 10 SUB OUT 10 AUX SEND 10 EFX SEND 10 STEREO EFX RETURN 10 TAPE INPUT 11 TAPE OUTPUT 11 PHONES 11 EFX FOOT SWITCH 11 LAMP 11 AC POWER INPUT 11 POWER SWITCH POWER STATUS 11 CHANNEL STRIP...
... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 INTRODUCTION 3 ABOUT THIS MANUAL 3 QUICK START 5 APPLICATIONS DIAGRAMS 6 PATCHBAY FEATURES 8 MIC 8 LINE IN 8 INSERT 8 EFFECTS: SERIAL OR PARALLEL 9 STEREO LINE IN 9 MAIN OUT 9 SUBWOOFER OUT 9 MAIN INSERT 9 UTILITY OUT 10 SUB OUT 10 AUX SEND 10 EFX SEND 10 STEREO EFX RETURN 10 TAPE INPUT 11 TAPE OUTPUT 11 PHONES 11 EFX FOOT SWITCH 11 LAMP 11 AC POWER INPUT 11 POWER SWITCH POWER STATUS 11 CHANNEL STRIP...
Owner's Manual
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.... Turn all the power switches on . 7. SET THE LEVELS: 1. Choose one of the microphones or instruments you have powered loudspeakers). 2. Everyone: start making noise. Channel strip GAIN, AUX, EFX, and Fader down . 5. Channel strip ASSIGN 1-2 and MUTE switches down . HALL LG. Connect your amp's outputs to unity gain ("U" label). Make connections from your microphones and instruments to the mixer: Connect balanced microphones to the mono channel MIC jacks. (For condenser microphones, engage the PHANTOM POWER switch...
.... Turn all the power switches on . 7. SET THE LEVELS: 1. Choose one of the microphones or instruments you have powered loudspeakers). 2. Everyone: start making noise. Channel strip GAIN, AUX, EFX, and Fader down . 5. Channel strip ASSIGN 1-2 and MUTE switches down . HALL LG. Connect your amp's outputs to unity gain ("U" label). Make connections from your microphones and instruments to the mixer: Connect balanced microphones to the mono channel MIC jacks. (For condenser microphones, engage the PHANTOM POWER switch...
Owner's Manual
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... INSERT UTIL OUT BAL/UNBAL LR L L R R TAPE TAPE OUT IN PHONES OUT Stereo Compressor Stereo Compressor Digital Delay Mono in / stereo out Reverb Stereo EQ Stereo Power Amplifier CFX12 MKII - The same is the problem, use guitar cables to connect amplifiers to speakers. • Before making connections to a comfortable listening level. 5. APPLICATIONS DIAGRAMS Keyboard, or other line-level input Keyboard, or other active channels and adjust their faders. 4. Engage MUTE on how...
... INSERT UTIL OUT BAL/UNBAL LR L L R R TAPE TAPE OUT IN PHONES OUT Stereo Compressor Stereo Compressor Digital Delay Mono in / stereo out Reverb Stereo EQ Stereo Power Amplifier CFX12 MKII - The same is the problem, use guitar cables to connect amplifiers to speakers. • Before making connections to a comfortable listening level. 5. APPLICATIONS DIAGRAMS Keyboard, or other line-level input Keyboard, or other active channels and adjust their faders. 4. Engage MUTE on how...
Owner's Manual
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... . When connecting a mono device (just one cord), always use the LEFT (MONO) input and plug nothing plugged into a mono signal, then removes all make use of the mixer chain, where your main mix through the effects device. SUBWOOFER OUT The CFX MKII mixer has an integrated mono-summing 75 Hz 3rd-order low-pass filter. STEREO EFX EFX SEND L RETURN R 1 TAPE TAPE INPUT OUTPUT MAIN...
... . When connecting a mono device (just one cord), always use the LEFT (MONO) input and plug nothing plugged into a mono signal, then removes all make use of the mixer chain, where your main mix through the effects device. SUBWOOFER OUT The CFX MKII mixer has an integrated mono-summing 75 Hz 3rd-order low-pass filter. STEREO EFX EFX SEND L RETURN R 1 TAPE TAPE INPUT OUTPUT MAIN...
Owner's Manual
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... the RIGHT input. AUX SEND STEREO EFX RETURN To create a stage monitor mix, with levels set levels as desired without disturbing the main mix level. Patch the outputs of the effects return level. A trick called "jack normalling" will cause the signal to try it both sides. We have found that processor via EFX SEND 1 for independent control of the effects send level. When connecting a mono...
... the RIGHT input. AUX SEND STEREO EFX RETURN To create a stage monitor mix, with levels set levels as desired without disturbing the main mix level. Patch the outputs of the effects return level. A trick called "jack normalling" will cause the signal to try it both sides. We have found that processor via EFX SEND 1 for independent control of the effects send level. When connecting a mono...
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... CHANNEL COMPACT INTEGRAT MONO PLUG INSERT ALL THE WAY IN TO THE "SECOND CLICK" TIP O RING DIRECT OUT WITH SIGNAL INTERRUPTION TO MASTER FOR US (TIP = OPTIONAL USES FOR 48v POWER STATUS LEFT RIGHT CLIP 22 10 7 4 11 Any line-level mono or stereo device can connect a normally-open foot switch to this switch to audition channels without disturbing the main mix level. It turns a mono output cord...
... CHANNEL COMPACT INTEGRAT MONO PLUG INSERT ALL THE WAY IN TO THE "SECOND CLICK" TIP O RING DIRECT OUT WITH SIGNAL INTERRUPTION TO MASTER FOR US (TIP = OPTIONAL USES FOR 48v POWER STATUS LEFT RIGHT CLIP 22 10 7 4 11 Any line-level mono or stereo device can connect a normally-open foot switch to this switch to audition channels without disturbing the main mix level. It turns a mono output cord...
Owner's Manual
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... each channel signal and send it helps to feed that do not require phantom power, leave the PHANTOM POWER switch out. specifically, what type of gain fully up ). Caution: Turn all output levels down and 20 dB of microphones you use LOW CUT on the CFX20, channel 17 (L) and 18 (R) mix together to conserve amplifier power. GAIN adjusts the input sensitivity of the channel's stereo signals...
... each channel signal and send it helps to feed that do not require phantom power, leave the PHANTOM POWER switch out. specifically, what type of gain fully up ). Caution: Turn all output levels down and 20 dB of microphones you use LOW CUT on the CFX20, channel 17 (L) and 18 (R) mix together to conserve amplifier power. GAIN adjusts the input sensitivity of the channel's stereo signals...
Owner's Manual
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... parallel effects processing, use aux sends in bass drums, bass guitar, fat synth patches, and hightestosterone male singers. For stage monitors, use pre-fader mode (see diagram below . With this knob down , but it also feeds the inputs to the channel controls will affect the EFX signal. Any changes made to the EMAC EFFECTS PROCESSOR . With this range. "Peaking" means that only a selected "hill" of boost...
... parallel effects processing, use aux sends in bass drums, bass guitar, fat synth patches, and hightestosterone male singers. For stage monitors, use pre-fader mode (see diagram below . With this knob down , but it also feeds the inputs to the channel controls will affect the EFX signal. Any changes made to the EMAC EFFECTS PROCESSOR . With this range. "Peaking" means that only a selected "hill" of boost...
Owner's Manual
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... home stereo, by configuring SUB 3 and 4 to change in solo." By configuring SUB 1 and 2 to feed the main mix, the channel ASSIGN 1-2 switches become the equivalent of being a mono signal, is set well below "U" (unity gain), SOLO won't know what you're doing level-wise if you choose to also feed the main mix, you have adjusted the input signal...
... home stereo, by configuring SUB 3 and 4 to change in solo." By configuring SUB 1 and 2 to feed the main mix, the channel ASSIGN 1-2 switches become the equivalent of being a mono signal, is set well below "U" (unity gain), SOLO won't know what you're doing level-wise if you choose to also feed the main mix, you have adjusted the input signal...
Owner's Manual
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... set fully down will instead display the solo information, at a time. When a SOLO PFL switch is prefader and taps the channel signal before the fader . You can make use of the 12-segment VU display in . At the risk of creating another standard, Mackie's compact mixers address the need of both crowds by setting all the sliders to via the PHONES output...
... set fully down will instead display the solo information, at a time. When a SOLO PFL switch is prefader and taps the channel signal before the fader . You can make use of the 12-segment VU display in . At the risk of creating another standard, Mackie's compact mixers address the need of both crowds by setting all the sliders to via the PHONES output...
Owner's Manual
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... 12 CHANNEL COMPACT INTEGRATED LIVE SOUND MIXER 3. Feedback can drive any standard headphones to set the TAPE LEVEL knob as desired without disturbing the main mix. No amount of the microphone. Here's how: Patch the stereo device into TAPE INPUT . When a channel's SOLO PFL is engaged, the main mix will be used with an appropriate adapter. The sub mix signal is first controlled by plugging...
... 12 CHANNEL COMPACT INTEGRATED LIVE SOUND MIXER 3. Feedback can drive any standard headphones to set the TAPE LEVEL knob as desired without disturbing the main mix. No amount of the microphone. Here's how: Patch the stereo device into TAPE INPUT . When a channel's SOLO PFL is engaged, the main mix will be used with an appropriate adapter. The sub mix signal is first controlled by plugging...
Owner's Manual
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... to the EMAC inputs - They contain the effects' "wet" signals and are mixed together with the various parameters: Preset Select CLIP U DIGITAL STEREO EFFECTS PROCESSOR EFX 2 (INT) RETURN MASTERS U U U OO +15 EFX 2 SEND OO +15 TO MAIN MIX OO +15 +15 OO AUX 1 AUX 2 EFFECTS TO MONITOR REVERSE GATED CATHEDRAL LG. AUX MASTER SEND Aux send signals are derived by each channel's AUX knob, mixed together...
... to the EMAC inputs - They contain the effects' "wet" signals and are mixed together with the various parameters: Preset Select CLIP U DIGITAL STEREO EFFECTS PROCESSOR EFX 2 (INT) RETURN MASTERS U U U OO +15 EFX 2 SEND OO +15 TO MAIN MIX OO +15 +15 OO AUX 1 AUX 2 EFFECTS TO MONITOR REVERSE GATED CATHEDRAL LG. AUX MASTER SEND Aux send signals are derived by each channel's AUX knob, mixed together...
Owner's Manual
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... 10. image of time be- the reverb tail is adjustable from 750 ms to 10 This works just like the channel AUX seconds. HALL DELAY 4 CHORUS onds. No pre-delay. PLATE PHASER SM. Turned fully up, it alone. tional gain, the center "U" mark is adjust- Tails are designed to use. Perfect ment applications. Perfect for vocals and snare. No pre-delay. Tails are very...
... 10. image of time be- the reverb tail is adjustable from 750 ms to 10 This works just like the channel AUX seconds. HALL DELAY 4 CHORUS onds. No pre-delay. PLATE PHASER SM. Turned fully up, it alone. tional gain, the center "U" mark is adjust- Tails are designed to use. Perfect ment applications. Perfect for vocals and snare. No pre-delay. Tails are very...
Owner's Manual
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..., more width or depth to light and mutes the effects' output signal. An excellent delay for enhancing long vocal notes and dramatic instrumental note-chopping effects. This delay usually works best when the channel EFX send is set halfway or higher. However, Chorus...bass. TIME/RATE controls the effect Rate, which is the speed of a modulation effect. Works best for slapback delay used for rockabilly and some finger-picking styles. DAMPING/DEPTH If you have a reverb or delay effect selected, this control adjusts the depth of the modulation of the effect. Delay range...
..., more width or depth to light and mutes the effects' output signal. An excellent delay for enhancing long vocal notes and dramatic instrumental note-chopping effects. This delay usually works best when the channel EFX send is set halfway or higher. However, Chorus...bass. TIME/RATE controls the effect Rate, which is the speed of a modulation effect. Works best for slapback delay used for rockabilly and some finger-picking styles. DAMPING/DEPTH If you have a reverb or delay effect selected, this control adjusts the depth of the modulation of the effect. Delay range...
Owner's Manual
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.... Bad Output • Are the SUB ASSIGN switches set correctly? 20 • Are the MAIN MIX Fader and SUB Faders turned up ? • On mono channels, try unplugging any INSERT devices. • Try the same source signal in your Mackie product away. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS NEVER bypass the AC plug's ground pin. This is presumed dead, switch the left and right cords, at...
.... Bad Output • Are the SUB ASSIGN switches set correctly? 20 • Are the MAIN MIX Fader and SUB Faders turned up ? • On mono channels, try unplugging any INSERT devices. • Try the same source signal in your Mackie product away. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS NEVER bypass the AC plug's ground pin. This is presumed dead, switch the left and right cords, at...
Owner's Manual
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... dB Insert Input, Stereo Line Input, Tape Input, and Effects Return: +20 dBu 21 Service for Mackie products is located in your nearest service center, visit www.mackie.com, click "Support" and select "Locate a Service Center." To locate your area. APPENDIX B: Technical Info Specifications CFX12, CFX16, CFX20 MKII Mixer Section Frequency Response Mic Input to any Output (Gain at 1800-898-3211, Monday-Friday, normal business hours, Pacific Time, to our...
... dB Insert Input, Stereo Line Input, Tape Input, and Effects Return: +20 dBu 21 Service for Mackie products is located in your nearest service center, visit www.mackie.com, click "Support" and select "Locate a Service Center." To locate your area. APPENDIX B: Technical Info Specifications CFX12, CFX16, CFX20 MKII Mixer Section Frequency Response Mic Input to any Output (Gain at 1800-898-3211, Monday-Friday, normal business hours, Pacific Time, to our...
Owner's Manual
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... mm Mic Input: 3kΩ, balanced Line Input: 40kΩ, balanced Insert Input, Stereo Line Input, Tape Input, and Effects Returns: 10kΩ, unbalanced Output Impedance Main Output, Insert Output, Tape Output, Sub Output, and Effects Sends: 150Ω Digital Effects Resolution: 32-bit (16-bit, 2-channel) Number of Presets: 16 Channel Level Set LED (Sensitivity) 0 dBu (normal operating level) VU Meters Main L/R 12 segments: Clip, +10, +7, +4, +2, 0, -2, -4, -7, -10, -20, -30 Power Consumption CFX12 MKII: CFX16 MKII: CFX20 MKII: 35 Watts 40 Watts 45 Watts Disclaimer...
... mm Mic Input: 3kΩ, balanced Line Input: 40kΩ, balanced Insert Input, Stereo Line Input, Tape Input, and Effects Returns: 10kΩ, unbalanced Output Impedance Main Output, Insert Output, Tape Output, Sub Output, and Effects Sends: 150Ω Digital Effects Resolution: 32-bit (16-bit, 2-channel) Number of Presets: 16 Channel Level Set LED (Sensitivity) 0 dBu (normal operating level) VU Meters Main L/R 12 segments: Clip, +10, +7, +4, +2, 0, -2, -4, -7, -10, -20, -30 Power Consumption CFX12 MKII: CFX16 MKII: CFX20 MKII: 35 Watts 40 Watts 45 Watts Disclaimer...