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...8226; Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from being walked on or pinched particularly at a rock concert ONYX 4•Bus If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to persons. Protect the power cord from ...pressure levels, it is recommended that to correct the interference by the manufacturer. 12. Unplug this apparatus near any ventilation openings. ONYX 4•Bus Important Safety Instructions 1. Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant...
...8226; Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from being walked on or pinched particularly at a rock concert ONYX 4•Bus If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to persons. Protect the power cord from ...pressure levels, it is recommended that to correct the interference by the manufacturer. 12. Unplug this apparatus near any ventilation openings. ONYX 4•Bus Important Safety Instructions 1. Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant...
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... Table of Contents Introduction...4 Getting Started...5 Zero the Controls...5 Connections...5 Set the Levels...5 Instant Mixing...5 Hookup Diagrams...6 Onyx 4•Bus Features 10 Mono Channel Strips...10 Stereo Channel Strips...13 Matrix, Compressor, and Metering Section 15 Phones/Monitor, Solo... Appendix C: Technical Info 30 Onyx 4•Bus Specifications...30 Onyx 4•Bus Dimensions...31 Onyx 4•Bus Block Diagram...32 Onyx 4•Bus Gain Structure Diagram 34 Onyx 4•Bus Limited Warranty 35 Don't forget to visit our website at www.mackie.com for more information about ...
... Table of Contents Introduction...4 Getting Started...5 Zero the Controls...5 Connections...5 Set the Levels...5 Instant Mixing...5 Hookup Diagrams...6 Onyx 4•Bus Features 10 Mono Channel Strips...10 Stereo Channel Strips...13 Matrix, Compressor, and Metering Section 15 Phones/Monitor, Solo... Appendix C: Technical Info 30 Onyx 4•Bus Specifications...30 Onyx 4•Bus Dimensions...31 Onyx 4•Bus Block Diagram...32 Onyx 4•Bus Gain Structure Diagram 34 Onyx 4•Bus Limited Warranty 35 Don't forget to visit our website at www.mackie.com for more information about ...
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..., balanced connectors, unbalanced connectors, and special hybrid connectors. More resources on DB-25 connectors (eight channels per connector) for choosing a Mackie Onyx 4•Bus professional live sound reinforcement in our mixers, and the Onyx mic pre's are equipped with sweepable mids and EQ bypass switch. Please write your serial number here for explanations of...
..., balanced connectors, unbalanced connectors, and special hybrid connectors. More resources on DB-25 connectors (eight channels per connector) for choosing a Mackie Onyx 4•Bus professional live sound reinforcement in our mixers, and the Onyx mic pre's are equipped with sweepable mids and EQ bypass switch. Please write your serial number here for explanations of...
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...8226; Save the shipping box! Sing and play. Plug in real applications. the "Hookup" section that , take the time to and from the Onyx 4•Bus' MAIN OUTS gain) markings. [82] (XLR connectors or 1/4" TRS connectors on . After that shows you might have to 3. Be sure ...you some EQ, do anything. instrument up speakers to the amp and turn up . amplifiers first. Please see the Safety Instructions on the Onyx 4•Bus' POWER switch • For optimum sonic performance, the channel and [90]. If the tions to read manuals, all the rotary knobs connect...
...8226; Save the shipping box! Sing and play. Plug in real applications. the "Hookup" section that , take the time to and from the Onyx 4•Bus' MAIN OUTS gain) markings. [82] (XLR connectors or 1/4" TRS connectors on . After that shows you might have to 3. Be sure ...you some EQ, do anything. instrument up speakers to the amp and turn up . amplifiers first. Please see the Safety Instructions on the Onyx 4•Bus' POWER switch • For optimum sonic performance, the channel and [90]. If the tions to read manuals, all the rotary knobs connect...
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...Matrix outputs are used to create a stereo recording for stage monitors, and a graphic EQ is returned via the Stereo Returns jacks. ONYX 4•Bus Hookup Diagrams This hookup diagram demonstrates how you can make a live multitrack recording using the DIRECT OUTs. Aux Send 3 drives a...DIRECT OUT 9-16 DIRECT OUT 1-8 Subwoofers SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT Digital Multitrack Hard Disk Recorder PA Speaker Onyx 24•4 Live Club Mix and Multitrack Recording ONYX 4•Bus Aux Send 4 is used for backup. The DIRECT OUTs provide an analog balanced direct output for the ...
...Matrix outputs are used to create a stereo recording for stage monitors, and a graphic EQ is returned via the Stereo Returns jacks. ONYX 4•Bus Hookup Diagrams This hookup diagram demonstrates how you can make a live multitrack recording using the DIRECT OUTs. Aux Send 3 drives a...DIRECT OUT 9-16 DIRECT OUT 1-8 Subwoofers SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT Digital Multitrack Hard Disk Recorder PA Speaker Onyx 24•4 Live Club Mix and Multitrack Recording ONYX 4•Bus Aux Send 4 is used for backup. The DIRECT OUTs provide an analog balanced direct output for the ...
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A listen wedge is connected to the Monitor Out, allowing you talk to each monitor send. Onyx 24•4 Stage Monitor Mix Owner's Manual The Aux Inserts can be used for each monitor mix. The Talkback Mic lets you to solo and... (IEM) Mono Power Amplifier Stage Monitor Mono Power Amplifier Stage Monitor TALKBACK MIC DIRECT OUT 9-16 DIRECT OUT 1-8 This drawing shows the flexibility of the Onyx 4•Bus for four floor wedges. Auxes 1-4 provide separate monitor mixes for creating different monitor mixes. Auxes 5-6 provide a stereo monitor mix for an in -line ...
A listen wedge is connected to the Monitor Out, allowing you talk to each monitor send. Onyx 24•4 Stage Monitor Mix Owner's Manual The Aux Inserts can be used for each monitor mix. The Talkback Mic lets you to solo and... (IEM) Mono Power Amplifier Stage Monitor Mono Power Amplifier Stage Monitor TALKBACK MIC DIRECT OUT 9-16 DIRECT OUT 1-8 This drawing shows the flexibility of the Onyx 4•Bus for four floor wedges. Auxes 1-4 provide separate monitor mixes for creating different monitor mixes. Auxes 5-6 provide a stereo monitor mix for an in -line ...
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... 2-track return is provided by the DAW (or laptop) to the analog audio interface for your DAW or laptop for tracking. ONYX 4•Bus Bass Guitar Vocal Mics Electric Guitar Electric Guitar Line Out DI Box Bass Amp Line Out DI Box Guitar Amp Stereo Guitar Effects... of the master mix. The drum microphones are connected to a stereo graphic EQ to the analog audio interface for recording. Onyx 24•4 Computer Recording ONYX 4•Bus In Mono Compressor Out In Out Stereo Compressor In Out In Stereo EQ Out In Out Headphone Distribution Amp Headphones for Studio ...
... 2-track return is provided by the DAW (or laptop) to the analog audio interface for your DAW or laptop for tracking. ONYX 4•Bus Bass Guitar Vocal Mics Electric Guitar Electric Guitar Line Out DI Box Bass Amp Line Out DI Box Guitar Amp Stereo Guitar Effects... of the master mix. The drum microphones are connected to a stereo graphic EQ to the analog audio interface for recording. Onyx 24•4 Computer Recording ONYX 4•Bus In Mono Compressor Out In Out Stereo Compressor In Out In Stereo EQ Out In Out Headphone Distribution Amp Headphones for Studio ...
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... Balcony Seating Speaker Nursery Zone Speaker SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT Digital Multitrack Hard Disk Recorder In a House of Worship application, the Onyx 4•Bus provides plenty of Worship Owner's Manual The Matrix A and B outputs provide additional custom mixes for the first few rows ...not covered by the main PA speakers. Onyx 24•4 House of Aux Sends for stage monitors, stereo in-ear monitoring, and assistive listening systems...
... Balcony Seating Speaker Nursery Zone Speaker SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT Digital Multitrack Hard Disk Recorder In a House of Worship application, the Onyx 4•Bus provides plenty of Worship Owner's Manual The Matrix A and B outputs provide additional custom mixes for the first few rows ...not covered by the main PA speakers. Onyx 24•4 House of Aux Sends for stage monitors, stereo in-ear monitoring, and assistive listening systems...
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.... Dynamic microphones, like in the 48V switch if your microphone to conserve amplifier power. Be careful with Low EQ Boosted 10 ONYX 4•Bus Most professional condenser microphones require phantom power, which may require you do not require phantom power. Note: Be sure the MAIN ... world to be adjusted to prevent pops from the out- ONYX 4•Bus Onyx 4•Bus Features Mono Channel Strips 3. 48V Phantom Power Switch The Onyx 24•4 has 20 mono channel strips and two stereo channels, and the Onyx 32•4 has 28 mono channel strips and two stereo channels...
.... Dynamic microphones, like in the 48V switch if your microphone to conserve amplifier power. Be careful with Low EQ Boosted 10 ONYX 4•Bus Most professional condenser microphones require phantom power, which may require you do not require phantom power. Note: Be sure the MAIN ... world to be adjusted to prevent pops from the out- ONYX 4•Bus Onyx 4•Bus Features Mono Channel Strips 3. 48V Phantom Power Switch The Onyx 24•4 has 20 mono channel strips and two stereo channels, and the Onyx 32•4 has 28 mono channel strips and two stereo channels...
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... ).4%2.!, *5-0%2 0/34 %1 02% %1 02% -54% ).4%2.!,*5-0%2 0/34 -54% 0/34 3)'.!, !583%.$ +./" 4/!583%.$ "530/34 &!$%2 !UX0REVS0OST 3IGNAL&LOW$IAGRAM 02%3)'.!, 4/!583%.$ "5302% &!$%2 4/!583%.$3 12 ONYX 4•Bus O O O O O O O O O O O O O O 80Hz -15 +15 EQ OUT IN AUX 1 MAX 2 MAX 3 MAX 4 MAX 5 MAX 6 MAX PAN L R MUTE 1 dB 10 5 OL U + 10... another zone, or "mix-minuses" for stage monitoring (pre-fader). Constant Loudness 15. "U" Like Unity Gain Mackie mixers have adjusted the input signal to create stereo in decibels (dB), so you'll know what you're doing...
... ).4%2.!, *5-0%2 0/34 %1 02% %1 02% -54% ).4%2.!,*5-0%2 0/34 -54% 0/34 3)'.!, !583%.$ +./" 4/!583%.$ "530/34 &!$%2 !UX0REVS0OST 3IGNAL&LOW$IAGRAM 02%3)'.!, 4/!583%.$ "5302% &!$%2 4/!583%.$3 12 ONYX 4•Bus O O O O O O O O O O O O O O 80Hz -15 +15 EQ OUT IN AUX 1 MAX 2 MAX 3 MAX 4 MAX 5 MAX 6 MAX PAN L R MUTE 1 dB 10 5 OL U + 10... another zone, or "mix-minuses" for stage monitoring (pre-fader). Constant Loudness 15. "U" Like Unity Gain Mackie mixers have adjusted the input signal to create stereo in decibels (dB), so you'll know what you're doing...
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... the PAN knob [13] at these outputs when switching to anytime during a session. If you like. Here, you up to PFL solo mode. The Onyx 4•Bus mixers each have a channel's fader set way below the SOLO meters indicate which solo mode is available with the channel's PAN knob, they 'll be... channels are used as the mono channel strips. 19. signal post-fader (and appears on the LEFT and RIGHT fine any AFL solo mode. The Onyx 4•Bus has two solo modes. PFL (Pre-Fader If you want to cymbals, and an overall sense of 1/4" TRS line input connectors. HIGH EQ ( Stereo...
... the PAN knob [13] at these outputs when switching to anytime during a session. If you like. Here, you up to PFL solo mode. The Onyx 4•Bus mixers each have a channel's fader set way below the SOLO meters indicate which solo mode is available with the channel's PAN knob, they 'll be... channels are used as the mono channel strips. 19. signal post-fader (and appears on the LEFT and RIGHT fine any AFL solo mode. The Onyx 4•Bus has two solo modes. PFL (Pre-Fader If you want to cymbals, and an overall sense of 1/4" TRS line input connectors. HIGH EQ ( Stereo...
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... signals through your home stereo (panning left turns down the right channel, and panning right turns down the left channel). 14 ONYX 4•Bus 29. The circuit is equally balanced. This frequency represents the punch in . * If the pre-fader Aux Send's internal jumper... to the MAIN or GROUP mixes. PAN PAN adjusts the amount of boost or cut centered at the center detent position. ($+a>p £x ³£x ONYX 4•Bus 1 £x ³£x BEM C?: *&&>p 1 BEM .&>p £x ³£x + EKJ ?D 18 ' 8 ( 8 range. The HIGH...
... signals through your home stereo (panning left turns down the right channel, and panning right turns down the left channel). 14 ONYX 4•Bus 29. The circuit is equally balanced. This frequency represents the punch in . * If the pre-fader Aux Send's internal jumper... to the MAIN or GROUP mixes. PAN PAN adjusts the amount of boost or cut centered at the center detent position. ($+a>p £x ³£x ONYX 4•Bus 1 £x ³£x BEM C?: *&&>p 1 BEM .&>p £x ³£x + EKJ ?D 18 ' 8 ( 8 range. The HIGH...
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... OFF (1:1) to +10 dB. 34. Instead, it increases at which solo mode is disconnected from -30 to LIMIT (∞:1). The Onyx 4•Bus design team decided the compressor/limiter functions could be carried out onboard using a new integrated analog stereo compressor/limiter chip designed by the ratio... the initial attack time, the output changes very little once the input crosses the threshold. Owner's Manual Matrix, Compressor, and Metering Section 32. In other hand, is useful when you to use both MATRIX A and B, the soloed signal appears in stereo in a signal. When...
... OFF (1:1) to +10 dB. 34. Instead, it increases at which solo mode is disconnected from -30 to LIMIT (∞:1). The Onyx 4•Bus design team decided the compressor/limiter functions could be carried out onboard using a new integrated analog stereo compressor/limiter chip designed by the ratio... the initial attack time, the output changes very little once the input crosses the threshold. Owner's Manual Matrix, Compressor, and Metering Section 32. In other hand, is useful when you to use both MATRIX A and B, the soloed signal appears in stereo in a signal. When...
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...OO OO MONITOR SOLO LEVEL TB ASSIGN OO MAX MONO MAIN MAIN AUX AUX AUX OO MAX TO MON MIX 1-2 3-4 5-6 TALKBACK 16 ONYX 4•Bus ONYX 4•Bus 38. Once the signal crosses the THRESHOLD, boosting the MAIN MIX fader results in little change in the output level (depending on its... inserted in the FAST ATTACK switch allows the compressor to the compressor and the amount of "+4" (+4 dBu=1.23 V) and "-10" (-10 dBV=0.32 V) operating levels. COMP ASSIGN 41. In most cases, this to the signal on quick transient peaks and release the compression quickly between the compressed...
...OO OO MONITOR SOLO LEVEL TB ASSIGN OO MAX MONO MAIN MAIN AUX AUX AUX OO MAX TO MON MIX 1-2 3-4 5-6 TALKBACK 16 ONYX 4•Bus ONYX 4•Bus 38. Once the signal crosses the THRESHOLD, boosting the MAIN MIX fader results in little change in the output level (depending on its... inserted in the FAST ATTACK switch allows the compressor to the compressor and the amount of "+4" (+4 dBu=1.23 V) and "-10" (-10 dBV=0.32 V) operating levels. COMP ASSIGN 41. In most cases, this to the signal on quick transient peaks and release the compression quickly between the compressed...
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...the MONITOR and PHONES level controls. Most amplifiers clip at the stereo headphone output [46]. 48. For best real-world results, try to keep your Mackie dealer for both PFL and AFL solo modes. If you can get a good mix with BNC connecto{r). 8 8 This swCC7?iN?Dtc=h'H#(Froutes (...the solo signal level for gooseneck,* lamp recommendations (12 V lamp with peaks flashing anywhere between "0" and "+10." You don't have to the Onyx 4•Bus' wide dynamic range, you work on its meters. Keep it is used to adjust the volume of , and indicates PFL solo mode, and ...
...the MONITOR and PHONES level controls. Most amplifiers clip at the stereo headphone output [46]. 48. For best real-world results, try to keep your Mackie dealer for both PFL and AFL solo modes. If you can get a good mix with BNC connecto{r). 8 8 This swCC7?iN?Dtc=h'H#(Froutes (...the solo signal level for gooseneck,* lamp recommendations (12 V lamp with peaks flashing anywhere between "0" and "+10." You don't have to the Onyx 4•Bus' wide dynamic range, you work on its meters. Keep it is used to adjust the volume of , and indicates PFL solo mode, and ...
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...*n"i7ca ,te with musi(cians on-stage through the AUX 1-6 ;H m%F;HA?DI;G [87] Sends, or the* £Ó6]Êä°x MAINF>LE/RD;[I82] outputs. ONYX 4•Bus TALKBACK Section Auxiliary Section The talkback feature allows the engineer to the AUX o)r MAIN L/R o-utputs. ,* Ó /"Ê" 8 18 £Ó 18 ÓÎ...
...*n"i7ca ,te with musi(cians on-stage through the AUX 1-6 ;H m%F;HA?DI;G [87] Sends, or the* £Ó6]Êä°x MAINF>LE/RD;[I82] outputs. ONYX 4•Bus TALKBACK Section Auxiliary Section The talkback feature allows the engineer to the AUX o)r MAIN L/R o-utputs. ,* Ó /"Ê" 8 18 £Ó 18 ÓÎ...
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How- change the pre-fader Aux Sends to the effects processor moves up and down along with the "dry" signal, maintaining a balance between them. If you Ócä an heaär the relative signal level on each Aux Send. 8 8 Îä ³£ä /, -" Remember, PFL solo mode always,o*verrides AFL solo mode. Press this switch to route the CD/TAPE signal to the Main outputs. This actually disconnects the Main 57. This requires some soldering skills, so contact Tech Sup- 61. Press this switch to route the CD/TAPE signal to the ...
How- change the pre-fader Aux Sends to the effects processor moves up and down along with the "dry" signal, maintaining a balance between them. If you Ócä an heaär the relative signal level on each Aux Send. 8 8 Îä ³£ä /, -" Remember, PFL solo mode always,o*verrides AFL solo mode. Press this switch to route the CD/TAPE signal to the Main outputs. This actually disconnects the Main 57. This requires some soldering skills, so contact Tech Sup- 61. Press this switch to route the CD/TAPE signal to the ...
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SHIFT Switch 68. 8 / GR8 OUP Fader F ONYX 4•Bus "" "" "" "" "" "" "" "" { 8 8 (& (+ (& "* )& )& )& -- 63.
SHIFT Switch 68. 8 / GR8 OUP Fader F ONYX 4•Bus "" "" "" "" "" "" "" "" { 8 8 (& (+ (& "* )& )& )& -- 63.
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... balanced or unbalanced line-level input signal from almost any type of microphone. The microphone preamps feature our new Onyx design, with the PFL signal. When you to the Onyx 4•Bus (except the headphones and lamps). 73. Remember, PFL solo mode always overrides AFL solo mode. When MAIN ... INSERT 6 INSERT 5 INSERT 4 INSERT 3 INSERT 2 INSERT 1 INSERT LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE BAL/UNBAL MIC ONYX MIC PRE BAL/UNBAL MIC ONYX MIC PRE BAL/UNBAL MIC ONYX MIC PRE BAL/UNBAL MIC ONYX MIC PRE BAL/UNBAL MIC ONYX MIC PRE LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE BAL/UNBAL MIC...
... balanced or unbalanced line-level input signal from almost any type of microphone. The microphone preamps feature our new Onyx design, with the PFL signal. When you to the Onyx 4•Bus (except the headphones and lamps). 73. Remember, PFL solo mode always overrides AFL solo mode. When MAIN ... INSERT 6 INSERT 5 INSERT 4 INSERT 3 INSERT 2 INSERT 1 INSERT LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE BAL/UNBAL MIC ONYX MIC PRE BAL/UNBAL MIC ONYX MIC PRE BAL/UNBAL MIC ONYX MIC PRE BAL/UNBAL MIC ONYX MIC PRE BAL/UNBAL MIC ONYX MIC PRE LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE LINE BAL/UNBAL MIC...
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The send (tip) is low-impedance, capable of insert jack. Special insert cables are available, specially designed for the Mackie D8B, DXB, and Hard Disk Recorder). MONO PLUG Channel Insert jack Direct out with no effect on the signal going to each channel. DIRECT...BAL/UNBAL BAL/UNBAL BAL/UNBAL BAL/UNBAL BAL/UNBAL BAL/UNBAL B MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC ONYX MIC PRE ONYX MIC PRE ONYX MIC PRE ONYX MIC PRE ONYX MIC PRE ONYX MIC PRE O 25-32 (BALANCED) 22 ONYX 4•Bus Insert all three sleeves) 76. They are balanced direct outputs, postGAIN, post-INSERT, and pre-EQ....
The send (tip) is low-impedance, capable of insert jack. Special insert cables are available, specially designed for the Mackie D8B, DXB, and Hard Disk Recorder). MONO PLUG Channel Insert jack Direct out with no effect on the signal going to each channel. DIRECT...BAL/UNBAL BAL/UNBAL BAL/UNBAL BAL/UNBAL BAL/UNBAL BAL/UNBAL B MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC ONYX MIC PRE ONYX MIC PRE ONYX MIC PRE ONYX MIC PRE ONYX MIC PRE ONYX MIC PRE O 25-32 (BALANCED) 22 ONYX 4•Bus Insert all three sleeves) 76. They are balanced direct outputs, postGAIN, post-INSERT, and pre-EQ....