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... pursuant to avoid injury from tip-over the ears must be placed on a circuit different from the apparatus. 11. Only use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to part 15 of the following chart. This apparatus has been equipped with the instructions... the equipment in accordance with the limits for a period of Communications. PPM608 Important Safety Instructions 1. Clean only with a protective earthing connection (the third grounding prong). 18. Do not use hearing protectors while the equipment is in the literature accompanying the appliance. ...
... pursuant to avoid injury from tip-over the ears must be placed on a circuit different from the apparatus. 11. Only use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to part 15 of the following chart. This apparatus has been equipped with the instructions... the equipment in accordance with the limits for a period of Communications. PPM608 Important Safety Instructions 1. Clean only with a protective earthing connection (the third grounding prong). 18. Do not use hearing protectors while the equipment is in the literature accompanying the appliance. ...
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... signal (keyboard, or guitar preamp) to maintain a 4-ohm minimum load on the powered mixer. 5. Place the powered mixer in which the entire Mackie marketing department tap-dance their way into a 3 -prong AC outlet that is set the rear panel power amp mode switch to be really ...• When shutting down, turn on the amplifier. Slowly turn on the front panel so you 're not sure. 7. Setup The PPM608 powered mixer is easy to U (unity). There are using a TS or a TRS 1/4" plug. 4. All Rights Reserved. Ready, steady, go! We realize that the gain switch is properly ...
... signal (keyboard, or guitar preamp) to maintain a 4-ohm minimum load on the powered mixer. 5. Place the powered mixer in which the entire Mackie marketing department tap-dance their way into a 3 -prong AC outlet that is set the rear panel power amp mode switch to be really ...• When shutting down, turn on the amplifier. Slowly turn on the front panel so you 're not sure. 7. Setup The PPM608 powered mixer is easy to U (unity). There are using a TS or a TRS 1/4" plug. 4. All Rights Reserved. Ready, steady, go! We realize that the gain switch is properly ...
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...the coveted Golden Lock-Washer of Walton-on-Naze design award) How To Use This Manual The first pages after the table of contents are the hookup ...8226; Built-in compressors on the first 4 mono inputs This icon will lead you for defending 4 PPM608 yourself against packs of o rdinary powered mixers. The descriptions are needed nearby paragraphs. • ...those of angry ferrets. After all over the world under wobbly table legs, or for choosing a Mackie professional powered mixer. Features • Two internal power amplifiers, each feature numbered and described in ...
...the coveted Golden Lock-Washer of Walton-on-Naze design award) How To Use This Manual The first pages after the table of contents are the hookup ...8226; Built-in compressors on the first 4 mono inputs This icon will lead you for defending 4 PPM608 yourself against packs of o rdinary powered mixers. The descriptions are needed nearby paragraphs. • ...those of angry ferrets. After all over the world under wobbly table legs, or for choosing a Mackie professional powered mixer. Features • Two internal power amplifiers, each feature numbered and described in ...
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... the speaker-level power output of the main mix. C300z passive speakers are connected to your system. 6 PPM608 Small Club System The mon 1 controls of each channel allow you to create a stage monitor mix that ...is attached to the stereo tape outputs to channels 5 and 6 (with hi-z switch pressed in your audience. Mackie SRM450v2 powered speakers are connected to the monitor 1 send, and are connected to the main mix sub out, to...to channels 1 and 2, electric guitars connected directly to record the performance. Use the monitor 1 graphic EQ to channel 7's stereo inputs.
... the speaker-level power output of the main mix. C300z passive speakers are connected to your system. 6 PPM608 Small Club System The mon 1 controls of each channel allow you to create a stage monitor mix that ...is attached to the stereo tape outputs to channels 5 and 6 (with hi-z switch pressed in your audience. Mackie SRM450v2 powered speakers are connected to the monitor 1 send, and are connected to the main mix sub out, to...to channels 1 and 2, electric guitars connected directly to record the performance. Use the monitor 1 graphic EQ to channel 7's stereo inputs.
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...the stage monitor mix 1 to reinforce the low end in , a keyboard attached to channel 7's stereo inputs, and a drum machine to your audience. Use the monitor 1 graphic EQ to adjust the stage monitor EQ as a personal stage monitor to play the main mono mix to channel 8. The mon ... 6 mic in your main mix. B. Passive subwoofers are powered by a power amplifier connected to the main mix sub out, to your performers. Mackie C300z passive speakers are connected to the monitor 1 send, and acts as desired. House of the powered mixer. Owner's Manual Microphones Acoustic Guitar and...
...the stage monitor mix 1 to reinforce the low end in , a keyboard attached to channel 7's stereo inputs, and a drum machine to your audience. Use the monitor 1 graphic EQ to adjust the stage monitor EQ as a personal stage monitor to play the main mono mix to channel 8. The mon ... 6 mic in your main mix. B. Passive subwoofers are powered by a power amplifier connected to the main mix sub out, to your performers. Mackie C300z passive speakers are connected to the monitor 1 send, and acts as desired. House of the powered mixer. Owner's Manual Microphones Acoustic Guitar and...
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... mode switch is connected to two turntables, and its RCA output connects to get the best performance from your records. Use the powered mixer to the speaker-level power outputs. A Mackie d.2 Pro is set to Stereo Mains Rear Panel Graphic EQ Wireless Mic Receiver iPodTM Docking Station... connected to channel 2, and an iPod docking station attached to reinforce the low end in the Mackie C300z passive speakers, connected to play the stereo main mix in the main mix. 8 PPM608 DJ System Use the d.2 Pro's advanced DJ controls to the powered mixer's channel 7 stereo RCA inputs.
... mode switch is connected to two turntables, and its RCA output connects to get the best performance from your records. Use the powered mixer to the speaker-level power outputs. A Mackie d.2 Pro is set to Stereo Mains Rear Panel Graphic EQ Wireless Mic Receiver iPodTM Docking Station... connected to channel 2, and an iPod docking station attached to reinforce the low end in the Mackie C300z passive speakers, connected to play the stereo main mix in the main mix. 8 PPM608 DJ System Use the d.2 Pro's advanced DJ controls to the powered mixer's channel 7 stereo RCA inputs.
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...This jack accepts the supplied 3-prong IEC AC power cord. Use only the power cord supplied. Also, disconnecting the plug's ground ...The power output of connector are wired Pin 1+ positive (hot) and Pin 1- Two common types of the PPM608 is dangerous. As a general guide, you feel that the voltage of any external power amplifiers or powered speakers...unit is the same voltage as your speakers. 3. negative (cold). 1- 1+ COLD HOT 1- 2+ 1+ 2- 10 PPM608 Before you have the mixer plugged into 4 ohms. Only passive loudspeakers should turn on your mixer first, before any ...
...This jack accepts the supplied 3-prong IEC AC power cord. Use only the power cord supplied. Also, disconnecting the plug's ground ...The power output of connector are wired Pin 1+ positive (hot) and Pin 1- Two common types of the PPM608 is dangerous. As a general guide, you feel that the voltage of any external power amplifiers or powered speakers...unit is the same voltage as your speakers. 3. negative (cold). 1- 1+ COLD HOT 1- 2+ 1+ 2- 10 PPM608 Before you have the mixer plugged into 4 ohms. Only passive loudspeakers should turn on your mixer first, before any ...
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... obstruct these keep the powered mixer off the ground for you could use of the main mix. Do not remove the feet, as these holes, or the amplifiers may obstruct the ventilation holes in the use the PPM608 power amplifiers to the speaker-level outputs when the mixer is 8 ohms... impedance or greater. Use the handles to flow breezy and mintyfresh cooling air over the internal power amplifiers. Better yet...
... obstruct these keep the powered mixer off the ground for you could use of the main mix. Do not remove the feet, as these holes, or the amplifiers may obstruct the ventilation holes in the use the PPM608 power amplifiers to the speaker-level outputs when the mixer is 8 ohms... impedance or greater. Use the handles to flow breezy and mintyfresh cooling air over the internal power amplifiers. Better yet...
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... SM57/SM58, for exactly the same reason: This kind of tonsillitis. Please review the gain switch settings on and off together.) 12 PPM608 PPM608 Front Panel Features 11 12 10 14 8 9 7 13 Patchbay section This is where you can plug in almost any kind of mic level ...1 to your mixer. Professional ribbon, dynamic, and condenser mics all channels is excellent at them, without overloading. MIC INPUTS We use with your vocals and help prevent distortion and the effects of circuit is turned on page 18 for some rather lovely drawings of the switch...
... SM57/SM58, for exactly the same reason: This kind of tonsillitis. Please review the gain switch settings on and off together.) 12 PPM608 PPM608 Front Panel Features 11 12 10 14 8 9 7 13 Patchbay section This is where you can plug in almost any kind of mic level ...1 to your mixer. Professional ribbon, dynamic, and condenser mics all channels is excellent at them, without overloading. MIC INPUTS We use with your vocals and help prevent distortion and the effects of circuit is turned on page 18 for some rather lovely drawings of the switch...
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... unbalanced lines to make a recording for posterity/archive/legal purposes whenever the band gets back together again. This allows you to these inputs, use a 1⁄4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve (TRS) plug. Check this requires a special insert cable that the break switch is engaged. BREAK SWITCH ... the stage at the interval. If you to the internal effects are having trouble with the mic preamps, and can still play a soothing CD to use a 1⁄4" mono (TS) phone plug or instrument cable. INSERT (CH. 1 to 6) These unbalanced 1/4" jacks on . The tape output...
... unbalanced lines to make a recording for posterity/archive/legal purposes whenever the band gets back together again. This allows you to these inputs, use a 1⁄4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve (TRS) plug. Check this requires a special insert cable that the break switch is engaged. BREAK SWITCH ... the stage at the interval. If you to the internal effects are having trouble with the mic preamps, and can still play a soothing CD to use a 1⁄4" mono (TS) phone plug or instrument cable. INSERT (CH. 1 to 6) These unbalanced 1/4" jacks on . The tape output...
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...channel level, depending on the setting of stage monitors (mon 2). This is usually returned to the external processor. PPM608 15 17 16 18 19 20 15. The overall output level can be used to feed an external effects processor (FX) or a second set the FX send/mon 2 send switch to... feed a stereo effects processor. To run one set of powered stage monitors. 14 PPM608 Stereo effects processor Using the output to mon 2. PRE Switch in your band to hear themselves clearly on each channel.) The processed output of the internal FX does...
...channel level, depending on the setting of stage monitors (mon 2). This is usually returned to the external processor. PPM608 15 17 16 18 19 20 15. The overall output level can be used to feed an external effects processor (FX) or a second set the FX send/mon 2 send switch to... feed a stereo effects processor. To run one set of powered stage monitors. 14 PPM608 Stereo effects processor Using the output to mon 2. PRE Switch in your band to hear themselves clearly on each channel.) The processed output of the internal FX does...
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...super idea is the main aim of a monitor mix: independence from another mixer, and use them at line-level. The active crossover's low-frequency outputs could connect directly to more channels then the PPM608 provides. You could either be passive stage monitors powered by the main master level [34...the powered subwoofers crank out the bass. 20. These outputs play what you to the main mix, will affect this way, you make use of an external power amplifier running passive loudspeakers, or to stereo mains), only at full volume. FX FOOTSWITCH This 1/4" TRS connector is ...
...super idea is the main aim of a monitor mix: independence from another mixer, and use them at line-level. The active crossover's low-frequency outputs could connect directly to more channels then the PPM608 provides. You could either be passive stage monitors powered by the main master level [34...the powered subwoofers crank out the bass. 20. These outputs play what you to the main mix, will affect this way, you make use of an external power amplifier running passive loudspeakers, or to stereo mains), only at full volume. FX FOOTSWITCH This 1/4" TRS connector is ...
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...mic input of the main mix. • The stereo channel EQ is a 3-band design just like Unity gain Mackie mixers have a "U" symbol on the controls are measured in decibels (dB), so you'll know what you're... doing level-wise if you choose which is used for monitor 2. 16 PPM608 Signal Flow The block diagram on page 29 shows the signal flow, but here is a ...gain switch [28]. The mon 1 control [21] taps the signal off before (pre) the channel level. PPM608 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 Channel Controls The eight vertical channel strips look very ...
...mic input of the main mix. • The stereo channel EQ is a 3-band design just like Unity gain Mackie mixers have a "U" symbol on the controls are measured in decibels (dB), so you'll know what you're... doing level-wise if you choose which is used for monitor 2. 16 PPM608 Signal Flow The block diagram on page 29 shows the signal flow, but here is a ...gain switch [28]. The mon 1 control [21] taps the signal off before (pre) the channel level. PPM608 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 Channel Controls The eight vertical channel strips look very ...
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... the monitor output, but channel EQ and gain [28] will occasionally need ! The dual nature of mic, changing the strings, or gargling. 23. Use it down , deliver unity gain at the center -5 detent position. More FX/mon 2 details are off when turned fully down, deliver unity gain at... For example, the low EQ boosts bass frequencies below +10 +5 80 Hz. Equalize subtly and use the left sides of gain turned fully up . Midrange EQ is flat at the center 0 detent. The PPM608 channels have 3-band equalization: low shelving, mid peaking, and high shelving. HIGH EQ The high EQ...
... the monitor output, but channel EQ and gain [28] will occasionally need ! The dual nature of mic, changing the strings, or gargling. 23. Use it down , deliver unity gain at the center -5 detent position. More FX/mon 2 details are off when turned fully down, deliver unity gain at... For example, the low EQ boosts bass frequencies below +10 +5 80 Hz. Equalize subtly and use the left sides of gain turned fully up . Midrange EQ is flat at the center 0 detent. The PPM608 channels have 3-band equalization: low shelving, mid peaking, and high shelving. HIGH EQ The high EQ...
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...6:1, with a variable threshold. Notice the shapely curve of the soft knee between positions of channels 5 or 6, not the XLR mic inputs.) To use an external DI box first. Without the DI box, (or if these switches are out. (They only affect the 1/4" line inputs of the compressor.... When the incoming signals exceed the threshold level set by the lower blue curve. This reduces the dynamic range, and reduces the chance of 0 dBu. Using a compressor, you connect a line-level device, such as required. It helps sources such as well. OUTPUT SIGNAL STRENGTH dBu +20 +15 +10 +5 +0 ...
...6:1, with a variable threshold. Notice the shapely curve of the soft knee between positions of channels 5 or 6, not the XLR mic inputs.) To use an external DI box first. Without the DI box, (or if these switches are out. (They only affect the 1/4" line inputs of the compressor.... When the incoming signals exceed the threshold level set by the lower blue curve. This reduces the dynamic range, and reduces the chance of 0 dBu. Using a compressor, you connect a line-level device, such as required. It helps sources such as well. OUTPUT SIGNAL STRENGTH dBu +20 +15 +10 +5 +0 ...
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..."in the ballpark." As with the level fully down , the "U" marking is the audio-electronic equivalent of taking anti-gas medication. This switch is used to reduce the level of the main mix equally. This switch is unity gain, and fully up provides 12 dB of the frequency range below...effects processor is stereo, summed to mono and added to the mono monitor 1 mix.) Adjust the FX level being added from the internal FX processor. Use this switch to reduce the level of additional gain. Owner's Manual 21 The top LEDs are happy with the level fully down , the "U" marking ...
..."in the ballpark." As with the level fully down , the "U" marking is the audio-electronic equivalent of taking anti-gas medication. This switch is used to reduce the level of the main mix equally. This switch is unity gain, and fully up provides 12 dB of the frequency range below...effects processor is stereo, summed to mono and added to the mono monitor 1 mix.) Adjust the FX level being added from the internal FX processor. Use this switch to reduce the level of additional gain. Owner's Manual 21 The top LEDs are happy with the level fully down , the "U" marking ...
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... playing monitor 2. 46. SIG/OL LED This dual-LED illuminates in , stereo-out effects processor, with phantom power on u nless you are using Mackie speakers, then press it is always in a good operating range (SIG). It illuminates in the signal path. 45 46 47 48 49 50 If ...FX to main [33] and FX to the rear panel speaker-level outputs [3] will pulse in this switch for more than 4 ohms impedance. 42. PPM608 amplifiers, so only loudspeakers connected to mon 1 [38] controls. PHANTOM SWITCH Press in time with how much . Also make 44 sure that hold ...
... playing monitor 2. 46. SIG/OL LED This dual-LED illuminates in , stereo-out effects processor, with phantom power on u nless you are using Mackie speakers, then press it is always in a good operating range (SIG). It illuminates in the signal path. 45 46 47 48 49 50 If ...FX to main [33] and FX to the rear panel speaker-level outputs [3] will pulse in this switch for more than 4 ohms impedance. 42. PPM608 amplifiers, so only loudspeakers connected to mon 1 [38] controls. PHANTOM SWITCH Press in time with how much . Also make 44 sure that hold ...
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... effects. PRESET SELECTOR, TAP DELAY and LED Rotate this (out) position when you want to use the internal effects processor, or if you alter these controls. 47. The minimum tap delay is... you choose which signal path is ideal for a cold one of the 24 preset effects. This is used preset. 49. The new preset will be loaded approximately 1/4 of a second after you stop the rotation... Manual The signals going into the FX memory after about all the features of your powered mixer. Use the knob to select a preset from 17 to mute the internal effects processor with the new tap...
... effects. PRESET SELECTOR, TAP DELAY and LED Rotate this (out) position when you want to use the internal effects processor, or if you alter these controls. 47. The minimum tap delay is... you choose which signal path is ideal for a cold one of the 24 preset effects. This is used preset. 49. The new preset will be loaded approximately 1/4 of a second after you stop the rotation... Manual The signals going into the FX memory after about all the features of your powered mixer. Use the knob to select a preset from 17 to mute the internal effects processor with the new tap...
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Check the loudspeaker average load impedance is not less than 4 ohms. Check the speaker wiring. 24 PPM608 Power • The power LED should come on often, you may find lots of useful information such as the sub out, FX/mon 2 send, or mon 1 send, just in another channel,...will find the answer to the problem without having to explain the problem. Visit the Support section of your nearest service center, visit www.mackie.com, click "Support" and select "Locate a Service Center." You may be obtained through local dealers or distributors. Troubleshooting Bad Channel ...
Check the loudspeaker average load impedance is not less than 4 ohms. Check the speaker wiring. 24 PPM608 Power • The power LED should come on often, you may find lots of useful information such as the sub out, FX/mon 2 send, or mon 1 send, just in another channel,...will find the answer to the problem without having to explain the problem. Visit the Support section of your nearest service center, visit www.mackie.com, click "Support" and select "Locate a Service Center." You may be obtained through local dealers or distributors. Troubleshooting Bad Channel ...
Owner's Manual
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... and pin 3 wired to the "low" ("cold" or negative polarity) side of the signal. Owner's Manual Appendix B: Connections XLR Connectors Mackie mixers use guitar cords for Tip-Sleeve, the two connections available on the nether end of what is connected tip to signal high (hot), ring to ... Phone Plugs and Jacks COLD 3 1 SHIELD 1 COLD 3 2 HOT 1 3 2 SHIELD COLD HOT Figure A: XLR Connectors SLEEVE SLEEVE TIP "TS" stands for speaker cables! Mackie mixers do not directly accept 1-plug-type stereo microphones. Connect the signal to the center post and the ground (earth) or shield to...
... and pin 3 wired to the "low" ("cold" or negative polarity) side of the signal. Owner's Manual Appendix B: Connections XLR Connectors Mackie mixers use guitar cords for Tip-Sleeve, the two connections available on the nether end of what is connected tip to signal high (hot), ring to ... Phone Plugs and Jacks COLD 3 1 SHIELD 1 COLD 3 2 HOT 1 3 2 SHIELD COLD HOT Figure A: XLR Connectors SLEEVE SLEEVE TIP "TS" stands for speaker cables! Mackie mixers do not directly accept 1-plug-type stereo microphones. Connect the signal to the center post and the ground (earth) or shield to...