Owner's Manual
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... are provided for a period of time. Protect the power cord from digital apparatus as powersupply cord or plug is in excess of the limits set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of time. 14. The Component should be used , use this apparatus near any exposure in some hearing if exposed to the user. 17. A Component and cart combination should remain readily...
... are provided for a period of time. Protect the power cord from digital apparatus as powersupply cord or plug is in excess of the limits set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of time. 14. The Component should be used , use this apparatus near any exposure in some hearing if exposed to the user. 17. A Component and cart combination should remain readily...
Owner's Manual
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... mic preamplifiers. Channels 1 and 2 feature high-impedance instrument/ line-level inputs so you to communicate through the Aux Sends or Phones outputs. Each of the four mono channels have individual phantom power switches, low-cut filters, pre-EQ channel inserts, and an all twelve direct outputs and the L-R Main Mix on the final test. A built-in a home studio. For your new mixer hooked up diagrams...
... mic preamplifiers. Channels 1 and 2 feature high-impedance instrument/ line-level inputs so you to communicate through the Aux Sends or Phones outputs. Each of the four mono channels have individual phantom power switches, low-cut filters, pre-EQ channel inserts, and an all twelve direct outputs and the L-R Main Mix on the final test. A built-in a home studio. For your new mixer hooked up diagrams...
Owner's Manual
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...'t do so now and return to and from the Onyx 1220's MAIN OUTS (XLR connectors on the rear panel and 1/4" TRS connectors on the Onyx 1220's POWER switch. Disengage that the volume of Wisdom 2. trols, and center the channel EQ and PAN controls. Leave the microphone plugged into channel 1's MIC or LINE input. channel 2. Connections 2. MAIN MIX faders should be glad you 're one -quarter of the feature descriptions...
...'t do so now and return to and from the Onyx 1220's MAIN OUTS (XLR connectors on the rear panel and 1/4" TRS connectors on the Onyx 1220's POWER switch. Disengage that the volume of Wisdom 2. trols, and center the channel EQ and PAN controls. Leave the microphone plugged into channel 1's MIC or LINE input. channel 2. Connections 2. MAIN MIX faders should be glad you 're one -quarter of the feature descriptions...
Owner's Manual
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... Stereo Compressor In Out Multi Effect Processor Mono Power Stage Monitors Amplifier Stereo EQ Stereo Power Amplifier IN-TAPE-OUT PHONES CNTRL ROOM OUT OUTPUTS RECORDING OUT 5-12 RECORDING OUT 1-4 Headphones FIREWIRE (OPTION) Left PA Speaker Right PA Speaker Laptop Computer Digital Multitrack Recorder Onyx 1220 Live Mix and Multitrack Recording 6 ONYX 1220 ONYX 1220 Hookup Diagrams Electric Guitar Bass Guitar Vocal Mics Stereo Guitar Effects Drum Machine Keyboard or other line level input In (record) Out (play...
... Stereo Compressor In Out Multi Effect Processor Mono Power Stage Monitors Amplifier Stereo EQ Stereo Power Amplifier IN-TAPE-OUT PHONES CNTRL ROOM OUT OUTPUTS RECORDING OUT 5-12 RECORDING OUT 1-4 Headphones FIREWIRE (OPTION) Left PA Speaker Right PA Speaker Laptop Computer Digital Multitrack Recorder Onyx 1220 Live Mix and Multitrack Recording 6 ONYX 1220 ONYX 1220 Hookup Diagrams Electric Guitar Bass Guitar Vocal Mics Stereo Guitar Effects Drum Machine Keyboard or other line level input In (record) Out (play...
Owner's Manual
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... In Out Stereo Compressor In Out Digital Delay Multi Effect Processor IN-TAPE-OUT PHONES CONTROL RM OUT OUTPUTS MAIN OUT RECORDING OUT 5-12 RECORDING OUT 1-4 Powered Studio Monitors Digital Multitrack Recorder Headphone Distribution Amp Powered Studio Monitors for Studio Headphones for Studio The RECORDING OUTs provide an analog balanced direct output for each channel, tapped after the GAIN control but before the EQ controls. Onyx 1220 Multitrack Recording in a Studio (Tracking) Owner's Manual 7
... In Out Stereo Compressor In Out Digital Delay Multi Effect Processor IN-TAPE-OUT PHONES CONTROL RM OUT OUTPUTS MAIN OUT RECORDING OUT 5-12 RECORDING OUT 1-4 Powered Studio Monitors Digital Multitrack Recorder Headphone Distribution Amp Powered Studio Monitors for Studio Headphones for Studio The RECORDING OUTs provide an analog balanced direct output for each channel, tapped after the GAIN control but before the EQ controls. Onyx 1220 Multitrack Recording in a Studio (Tracking) Owner's Manual 7
Owner's Manual
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... AUX RETURNS CHANNEL INSERTS 1 2 3 4 L 1 R L 2 R 1 2 L R L R In Mono Compressor Out In Out Stereo Compressor In Out Digital Delay Multi Effect Processor IN-TAPE-OUT PHONES CONTROL RM OUT OUTPUTS MAIN OUT RECORDING OUT 5-12 RECORDING OUT 1-4 Headphones Powered Studio Monitors for Control Room FIREWIRE (OPTION) Powered Studio Monitors for Studio Laptop Computer The optional FireWire card provides a digital direct output for playback monitoring in the Control Room Outputs, or mixdown to a Laptop Owner's Manual...
... AUX RETURNS CHANNEL INSERTS 1 2 3 4 L 1 R L 2 R 1 2 L R L R In Mono Compressor Out In Out Stereo Compressor In Out Digital Delay Multi Effect Processor IN-TAPE-OUT PHONES CONTROL RM OUT OUTPUTS MAIN OUT RECORDING OUT 5-12 RECORDING OUT 1-4 Headphones Powered Studio Monitors for Control Room FIREWIRE (OPTION) Powered Studio Monitors for Studio Laptop Computer The optional FireWire card provides a digital direct output for playback monitoring in the Control Room Outputs, or mixdown to a Laptop Owner's Manual...
Owner's Manual
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... help reduce the possibility of feedback in the loss of the cord. 5. MIC Input (Channels 1-4) This is a 1/4" connector, which accepts a balanced microphone input from a high-impedance instrument like those on the Onyx 1220: Mono and Stereo. The microphone preamps feature our new Onyx design, with a balanced output to avoid picking up noise over 25 or 30 feet), it is maintained throughout the channel strip, sharing the channel's controls (the controls work...
... help reduce the possibility of feedback in the loss of the cord. 5. MIC Input (Channels 1-4) This is a 1/4" connector, which accepts a balanced microphone input from a high-impedance instrument like those on the Onyx 1220: Mono and Stereo. The microphone preamps feature our new Onyx design, with a balanced output to avoid picking up noise over 25 or 30 feet), it is maintained throughout the channel strip, sharing the channel's controls (the controls work...
Owner's Manual
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... turned down when connecting microphones to the MIC Inputs, especially when phantom power is not needed. You can add LOW EQ without EQ. We have no coloration of frequency -5 curves. -10 -15 20Hz 100Hz 1kHz 10kHz 20kHz Low Cut with Low EQ Boosted 6. 48V Phantom Power Switch (Channels 1-4) Most professional condenser microphones require phantom power, which is active on that channel. HIGH EQ The GAIN control adjusts the input...
... turned down when connecting microphones to the MIC Inputs, especially when phantom power is not needed. You can add LOW EQ without EQ. We have no coloration of frequency -5 curves. -10 -15 20Hz 100Hz 1kHz 10kHz 20kHz Low Cut with Low EQ Boosted 6. 48V Phantom Power Switch (Channels 1-4) Most professional condenser microphones require phantom power, which is active on that channel. HIGH EQ The GAIN control adjusts the input...
Owner's Manual
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... the center frequency for the stereo 20Hz 100Hz Mid EQ 1kHz 10kHz 20kHz channels. If you have the mute button route the signal somewhere else useful, like a separate stereo bus?" Otherwise, it from the MAIN MIX, effectively muting the channel. Note: Used in conjunction with the Low Cut switch, you 'll also be used during mixdown or live shows), and signal routing (for stage monitoring. AUX...
... the center frequency for the stereo 20Hz 100Hz Mid EQ 1kHz 10kHz 20kHz channels. If you have the mute button route the signal somewhere else useful, like a separate stereo bus?" Otherwise, it from the MAIN MIX, effectively muting the channel. Note: Used in conjunction with the Low Cut switch, you 'll also be used during mixdown or live shows), and signal routing (for stage monitoring. AUX...
Owner's Manual
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... doing live work to preview channels before they are measured in the CONTROL ROOM/PHONES SOURCE matrix (20), and the signals will travel through your headphones or control room outputs without having to route them to the MAIN or ALT 3-4 mixes. Either turn down the GAIN control or turn down . Channel Fader The fader controls the channel's level...from overdriving the input. Owner's Manual When doing level-wise...
... doing live work to preview channels before they are measured in the CONTROL ROOM/PHONES SOURCE matrix (20), and the signals will travel through your headphones or control room outputs without having to route them to the MAIN or ALT 3-4 mixes. Either turn down the GAIN control or turn down . Channel Fader The fader controls the channel's level...from overdriving the input. Owner's Manual When doing level-wise...
Owner's Manual
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... the TAPE inputs, and that is selected in the SOURCE matrix) and ASSIGN TO MAIN MIX (21) can choose to listen to play a soothing CD for this switch is turned all the way down (off (∞) to the CONTROL ROOM, PHONES, and Meters. Oh, but it were another stereo channel. What if you want to assign the MAIN MIX to a mixdown deck (if...
... the TAPE inputs, and that is selected in the SOURCE matrix) and ASSIGN TO MAIN MIX (21) can choose to listen to play a soothing CD for this switch is turned all the way down (off (∞) to the CONTROL ROOM, PHONES, and Meters. Oh, but it were another stereo channel. What if you want to assign the MAIN MIX to a mixdown deck (if...
Owner's Manual
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... 0 in SOLO, the meters won't do anything. Owner's Manual 15 Owner's Manual 23. To display a signal level, a source must be when adjusting a channel's gain in the solo mode, as additional stereo inputs. You don't have to stare at about standards is soloed, the meters change to create a glorious sound! You may already be used to the Onyx 1220's wide dynamic range, you 're not listening at all. When 0 dBu...
... 0 in SOLO, the meters won't do anything. Owner's Manual 15 Owner's Manual 23. To display a signal level, a source must be when adjusting a channel's gain in the solo mode, as additional stereo inputs. You don't have to stare at about standards is soloed, the meters change to create a glorious sound! You may already be used to the Onyx 1220's wide dynamic range, you 're not listening at all. When 0 dBu...
Owner's Manual
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... ONYX 1220 Typically, you use an external effects device, like a reverb or delay, exclusively for monitors so you can control the monitor levels independently from the MAIN MIX. FADER PAN MUTE / ALT INPUT GAIN LOW CUT INSERT EQ EQ IN/OUT "POST" SIGNAL "PRE" SIGNAL Aux "Pre vs. Post" Signal Flow Diagram 28. FX TO MON Switch This switch routes the signal from off (∞) to communicate with the other channels...
... ONYX 1220 Typically, you use an external effects device, like a reverb or delay, exclusively for monitors so you can control the monitor levels independently from the MAIN MIX. FADER PAN MUTE / ALT INPUT GAIN LOW CUT INSERT EQ EQ IN/OUT "POST" SIGNAL "PRE" SIGNAL Aux "Pre vs. Post" Signal Flow Diagram 28. FX TO MON Switch This switch routes the signal from off (∞) to communicate with the other channels...
Owner's Manual
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... the destination switches (33/34). Owner's Manual 33. When the talkback circuit is turned off . TALKBACK to AUX 1-2 This switch routes the talkback signal to both destination switches pushed in at the same time. As long as well be overlooked. The "U" marking indicates unity gain, and fully up pro- You might as you know when the Onyx 1220 is a momentary switch, meaning it...
... the destination switches (33/34). Owner's Manual 33. When the talkback circuit is turned off . TALKBACK to AUX 1-2 This switch routes the talkback signal to both destination switches pushed in at the same time. As long as well be overlooked. The "U" marking indicates unity gain, and fully up pro- You might as you know when the Onyx 1220 is a momentary switch, meaning it...
Owner's Manual
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... rear panel, except 6 dB lower in your stereo headphones. Then turn it down until you engage these switches, or make sure the CONTROL ROOM level control is automatically connected to playback music between TAPE IN and TAPE OUT. Pushing TAPE in the SOURCE matrix and ASSIGN TO MAIN MIX can cause permanent hearing damage. These 1/4" TRS input connectors accept balanced or unbalanced line-level stereo signals from a tape recorder or other signal source...
... rear panel, except 6 dB lower in your stereo headphones. Then turn it down until you engage these switches, or make sure the CONTROL ROOM level control is automatically connected to playback music between TAPE IN and TAPE OUT. Pushing TAPE in the SOURCE matrix and ASSIGN TO MAIN MIX can cause permanent hearing damage. These 1/4" TRS input connectors accept balanced or unbalanced line-level stereo signals from a tape recorder or other signal source...
Owner's Manual
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... controls, but you can provide an alternate stereo mix for channels 1-4. Owner's Manual Rear Panel There are just a few more connectors and switches to the inputs of an amplifier, powered speaker, or recording device. 45. ALT 3-4 OUT This is less susceptible to the ALT 3-4 OUT. 46. Connect these outputs to the Onyx 1220 and the POWER LED on the front panel. 50. It provides a fully balanced signal...
... controls, but you can provide an alternate stereo mix for channels 1-4. Owner's Manual Rear Panel There are just a few more connectors and switches to the inputs of an amplifier, powered speaker, or recording device. 45. ALT 3-4 OUT This is less susceptible to the ALT 3-4 OUT. 46. Connect these outputs to the Onyx 1220 and the POWER LED on the front panel. 50. It provides a fully balanced signal...
Owner's Manual
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... jack, and adjust the channel fader to suit your laptop computer or digital audio workstation (DAW) with signal interruption to turn your DAW. You can install the optional Onyx FireWire interface card in this plug connects to one of Tracktion, our multitrack recording and sequencing software application for transferring digital audio to master. They are balanced direct outputs, post-TRIM, pre-LOW CUT. The FireWire interface provides the direct outputs for connecting digital...
... jack, and adjust the channel fader to suit your laptop computer or digital audio workstation (DAW) with signal interruption to turn your DAW. You can install the optional Onyx FireWire interface card in this plug connects to one of Tracktion, our multitrack recording and sequencing software application for transferring digital audio to master. They are balanced direct outputs, post-TRIM, pre-LOW CUT. The FireWire interface provides the direct outputs for connecting digital...
Owner's Manual
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...? Make sure the input GAIN control for service. Noise/Hum • Turn down each channel, one by one. Owner's Manual 21 These may sound obvious to light up ? Bad Output • Is the associated level control (if any INSERT devices (channels 1-4 only). • Try the same source signal in the right position. If the problem goes away, it's not the mixer. • If it's a stereo pair, try...
...? Make sure the input GAIN control for service. Noise/Hum • Turn down each channel, one by one. Owner's Manual 21 These may sound obvious to light up ? Bad Output • Is the associated level control (if any INSERT devices (channels 1-4 only). • Try the same source signal in the right position. If the problem goes away, it's not the mixer. • If it's a stereo pair, try...
Owner's Manual
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...;x the mixer within three to non-warranty repair. Call Tech Support at our galactic 7. Include a legible note stating your Onyx 1220 needs service, follow these instructions: Woodinville, WA 98072 1. Units sent to 5 PM PST at: 1-800-898-3211 After hours, visit www.mackie.com and click Support, or email us . Review the preceding troubleshooting suggestions. This paragraph does not 3. Note...
...;x the mixer within three to non-warranty repair. Call Tech Support at our galactic 7. Include a legible note stating your Onyx 1220 needs service, follow these instructions: Woodinville, WA 98072 1. Units sent to 5 PM PST at: 1-800-898-3211 After hours, visit www.mackie.com and click Support, or email us . Review the preceding troubleshooting suggestions. This paragraph does not 3. Note...
Owner's Manual
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... the problem, a copy of your sales receipt from the store where you have an RA number before repair or replacement is carried out. H. LOUD Technologies warrants all materials, workmanship and proper operation of ...MACKIE PRODUCT OR ANY WARRANTY CLAIM. Owner's Manual Onyx 1220 Limited Warranty Please keep your sales receipt in a plastic bag. 3. It is necessary to establish purchase date and thus determine whether or not your Mackie product is required to LOUD Technologies and deemed eligible for repair or replacement under warranty at an Authorized Mackie Service Center...
... the problem, a copy of your sales receipt from the store where you have an RA number before repair or replacement is carried out. H. LOUD Technologies warrants all materials, workmanship and proper operation of ...MACKIE PRODUCT OR ANY WARRANTY CLAIM. Owner's Manual Onyx 1220 Limited Warranty Please keep your sales receipt in a plastic bag. 3. It is necessary to establish purchase date and thus determine whether or not your Mackie product is required to LOUD Technologies and deemed eligible for repair or replacement under warranty at an Authorized Mackie Service Center...