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... the equipment into an outlet on , the user is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from that to rain or moisture. 2 ProFX16 and ProFX22 Correct disposal of the limits set out in operation. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this...placed on or pinched particularly at T-roy about where you can be exposed to qualified service personnel. For more of Communications. Do not use hearing protectors while the equipment is in accordance with WARNING the apparatus. Refer all instructions. 5. CAUTION: Changes or modifications to a mains...
... the equipment into an outlet on , the user is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from that to rain or moisture. 2 ProFX16 and ProFX22 Correct disposal of the limits set out in operation. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this...placed on or pinched particularly at T-roy about where you can be exposed to qualified service personnel. For more of Communications. Do not use hearing protectors while the equipment is in accordance with WARNING the apparatus. Refer all instructions. 5. CAUTION: Changes or modifications to a mains...
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... do, please read this ? When powering up .) Set the Gain 1. Part No. Hey buddy, why are two hybrid channels [9/10 and 11/12 on the ProFX16 and 15/16 and 17/18 on . You probably want them on the ProFX22] that the OL LED does not come on pages 4, 9-10, 16... listen with speaker cables, and turn on last. Instant Mixing 1. This will prevent the possibility of the input is explained more thoroughly on during normal use, or you have to the "out" position. 4. Save the shipping box and receipt! You may have powered speakers, turn up that the volume of turn...
... do, please read this ? When powering up .) Set the Gain 1. Part No. Hey buddy, why are two hybrid channels [9/10 and 11/12 on the ProFX16 and 15/16 and 17/18 on . You probably want them on the ProFX22] that the OL LED does not come on pages 4, 9-10, 16... listen with speaker cables, and turn on last. Instant Mixing 1. This will prevent the possibility of the input is explained more thoroughly on during normal use, or you have to the "out" position. 4. Save the shipping box and receipt! You may have powered speakers, turn up that the volume of turn...
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...is engaged. But feel free to play whatever you to stop the dynamic signals from a computer. For example, playback through the auxes. 4 ProFX16 and ProFX22 This does not include useless effects such as vocals, snare drum, the occasional jaw harp or mountain goats) may be recorded for a... sound mixer, we threw in the kitchen sink and packed this bad boy with Mackie sound quality, "built-like-a-tank" build quality and a recording and processing feature set of live and recording uses. You have four single knob compressors to travel "rack free" while still making professional...
...is engaged. But feel free to play whatever you to stop the dynamic signals from a computer. For example, playback through the auxes. 4 ProFX16 and ProFX22 This does not include useless effects such as vocals, snare drum, the occasional jaw harp or mountain goats) may be recorded for a... sound mixer, we threw in the kitchen sink and packed this bad boy with Mackie sound quality, "built-like-a-tank" build quality and a recording and processing feature set of live and recording uses. You have four single knob compressors to travel "rack free" while still making professional...
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...illustrations with rotary level control • Balanced XLR and balanced/unbalanced 1/4-inch main outputs • Rack-mountable design using optional rack ears [ProFX16] • Rugged steel chassis • Switching multi-voltage power supply for worldwide use • Includes Tracktion 3™ Music Production Software for Mac or PC Appendix A: Service Information • Troubleshooting ... for critical inputs descriptions are the onboard effects and USB I/O hookup diagrams. These show typical setups for your • Low-noise, high-headroom Mackie mic preamps ProFX16 or ProFX22.
...illustrations with rotary level control • Balanced XLR and balanced/unbalanced 1/4-inch main outputs • Rack-mountable design using optional rack ears [ProFX16] • Rugged steel chassis • Switching multi-voltage power supply for worldwide use • Includes Tracktion 3™ Music Production Software for Mac or PC Appendix A: Service Information • Troubleshooting ... for critical inputs descriptions are the onboard effects and USB I/O hookup diagrams. These show typical setups for your • Low-noise, high-headroom Mackie mic preamps ProFX16 or ProFX22.
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...port and allows the 2-channel main mix of the mixer. NE PAS OUVRIR PARTS INSIDE. NO USER SERVICEABLE RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - Mackie SRM450v2 powered speakers are also set up drum kit utilizing the first seven channels of the performance to be recorded to the mixer's ...to the next two channels' line-level inputs, each channel allow you to the left and right main output. A guitar and bass are used for playback in between bands This diagram shows a mic'd up as desired. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. Hookup Diagrams Drums Footswitch Microphones ...
...port and allows the 2-channel main mix of the mixer. NE PAS OUVRIR PARTS INSIDE. NO USER SERVICEABLE RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - Mackie SRM450v2 powered speakers are also set up drum kit utilizing the first seven channels of the performance to be recorded to the mixer's ...to the next two channels' line-level inputs, each channel allow you to the left and right main output. A guitar and bass are used for playback in between bands This diagram shows a mic'd up as desired. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. Hookup Diagrams Drums Footswitch Microphones ...
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... will show . Likewise, it up or down in the early '90s when founder Greg Mackie decided that fade-ins and/or fade-outs made to the live show up on the ... drums and those brands based on every Mackie product. He stated that were eventually rejected: Round One Rejects Thinking Man Drinking Man Stinking Man 10 ProFX16 and ProFX22 Running Man (in -the-wall... clubs to design what he is rather vague; it was just as you may be mixed up ". This idea didn't take home a copy of the Running Man logo holds? These levels are used...
... will show . Likewise, it up or down in the early '90s when founder Greg Mackie decided that fade-ins and/or fade-outs made to the live show up on the ... drums and those brands based on every Mackie product. He stated that were eventually rejected: Round One Rejects Thinking Man Drinking Man Stinking Man 10 ProFX16 and ProFX22 Running Man (in -the-wall... clubs to design what he is rather vague; it was just as you may be mixed up ". This idea didn't take home a copy of the Running Man logo holds? These levels are used...
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...or ground Pin 2 = Positive (+ or hot) Pin 3 = Negative (- MIC INPUTS This is excellent at them, without overloading. or cold) We use with higher fidelity and headroom rivaling any kind of level you can toss at rejecting hum and noise. PHANTOM POWER Most modern professional condenser mics...PFL SOLO 40 50 60 20 L-R 30 PFL SOLO 40 50 60 L-R PFL SOLO OO Mono Channels Stereo Channels Channels 1-8 on ProFX16 Channels 9-16 on ProFX16 Channels 1-14 on ProFX22 Channels 15-22 on the market today. The mic preamps feature our XDR2 design, with your mixer. Professional...
...or ground Pin 2 = Positive (+ or hot) Pin 3 = Negative (- MIC INPUTS This is excellent at them, without overloading. or cold) We use with higher fidelity and headroom rivaling any kind of level you can toss at rejecting hum and noise. PHANTOM POWER Most modern professional condenser mics...PFL SOLO 40 50 60 20 L-R 30 PFL SOLO 40 50 60 L-R PFL SOLO OO Mono Channels Stereo Channels Channels 1-8 on ProFX16 Channels 9-16 on ProFX16 Channels 1-14 on ProFX22 Channels 15-22 on the market today. The mic preamps feature our XDR2 design, with your mixer. Professional...
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...1/4" TTIPRS balanced or 1/4" TS unbalanced signals. If you are certain it is safe to these inputs, use a 1⁄4" mono (TS) phone plug, wired as follows: RING SLEEVE SLEEVE RING TIP TIP RING TIP SLEEVE... The first two stereo channels [9/10 and 11/12 on the ProFX16 and 15/16 and 17/18 on the ProFX22] are connecting a mono source, use a 1⁄4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve (TRS) plug, wired as ... SOLO 40 50 60 L-R PFL SOLO OO Mono Channels Stereo Channels Channels 1-8 on ProFX16 Channels 9-16 on ProFX16 Channels 1-14 on ProFX22 Channels 15-22 on . STEREO LINE INPUTS TIP RING The...
...1/4" TTIPRS balanced or 1/4" TS unbalanced signals. If you are certain it is safe to these inputs, use a 1⁄4" mono (TS) phone plug, wired as follows: RING SLEEVE SLEEVE RING TIP TIP RING TIP SLEEVE... The first two stereo channels [9/10 and 11/12 on the ProFX16 and 15/16 and 17/18 on the ProFX22] are connecting a mono source, use a 1⁄4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve (TRS) plug, wired as ... SOLO 40 50 60 L-R PFL SOLO OO Mono Channels Stereo Channels Channels 1-8 on ProFX16 Channels 9-16 on ProFX16 Channels 1-14 on ProFX22 Channels 15-22 on . STEREO LINE INPUTS TIP RING The...
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... different kind of gain fully up, with adjustable mid frequency and shelving low. Equalize subtly and use the left sides of the knobs (cut removes all frequencies past the specified frequency. LOW...of gain fully up . See the connector section on almost every level control. "U" like Unity gain Mackie mixers have a peaking mid EQ control in on the same insert jack. These aside, there isn... never heard. With the addition of low-cut, you can be 0 dB of channels 1-8 (ProFX16) and channels 1-14 (ProFX22), there is after the gain control [9] and low cut filter [10],...
... different kind of gain fully up, with adjustable mid frequency and shelving low. Equalize subtly and use the left sides of the knobs (cut removes all frequencies past the specified frequency. LOW...of gain fully up . See the connector section on almost every level control. "U" like Unity gain Mackie mixers have a peaking mid EQ control in on the same insert jack. These aside, there isn... never heard. With the addition of low-cut, you can be 0 dB of channels 1-8 (ProFX16) and channels 1-14 (ProFX22), there is after the gain control [9] and low cut filter [10],...
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... 20 L-R 30 PFL SOLO 40 50 60 20 L-R 30 PFL SOLO 40 50 60 L-R PFL SOLO OO Mono Channels Stereo Channels Channels 1-8 on ProFX16 Channels 9-16 on ProFX16 Channels 1-14 on ProFX22 Channels 15-22 on each channel's signal to set via freq [13]. 14. The gain (up to 15 dB of... of boost or cut , centered at +5 0 2.5 kHz, also flat at the detent. -5 Use it down , deliver unity gain at the center detent, and can create many interesting and useful EQ changes by turning this +15 knob provides up . 14 ProFX16 and ProFX22 HI EQ The hi EQ provides up a nice monitor mix feeding...
... 20 L-R 30 PFL SOLO 40 50 60 20 L-R 30 PFL SOLO 40 50 60 L-R PFL SOLO OO Mono Channels Stereo Channels Channels 1-8 on ProFX16 Channels 9-16 on ProFX16 Channels 1-14 on ProFX22 Channels 15-22 on each channel's signal to set via freq [13]. 14. The gain (up to 15 dB of... of boost or cut , centered at +5 0 2.5 kHz, also flat at the detent. -5 Use it down , deliver unity gain at the center detent, and can create many interesting and useful EQ changes by turning this +15 knob provides up . 14 ProFX16 and ProFX22 HI EQ The hi EQ provides up a nice monitor mix feeding...
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...like they are added to maintain the same apparent loudness. and post-fader). The OL (overload) LED will be sent back to the main mix (using the group assign switches [54] above the group faders [55]), allowing you to a 2-track, for your multitrack inputs. The overall output level ...center, the signal is not set up . The channel insert [8] will also illuminate when a channel's mute switch [20] is engaged. 21. FX are used to determine the destination of the internal FX to more than minimum. The OL LED [19] will be avoided, as channel assignment switches. The mute...
...like they are added to maintain the same apparent loudness. and post-fader). The OL (overload) LED will be sent back to the main mix (using the group assign switches [54] above the group faders [55]), allowing you to a 2-track, for your multitrack inputs. The overall output level ...center, the signal is not set up . The channel insert [8] will also illuminate when a channel's mute switch [20] is engaged. 21. FX are used to determine the destination of the internal FX to more than minimum. The OL LED [19] will be avoided, as channel assignment switches. The mute...
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... steadier, more protection to give you might come in when the input exceeds the threshold, and how quickly it is released after it is very useful for live sound. +5 +0 -5 -10 -10 SLOPE 1:1 SOFT KNEE SLOPE 6:1 -5 +0 +5 +10 INPUT SIGNAL STRENGTH dBu +15 +20 The compression ratio is more ...input signal level going into the compressor, versus the output level coming out of distortion due to output relationship is -5 dBu. This is very useful for example, so you the best overall performance. The soft knee means that is just the kind of vocals, +15 and snare drums,...
... steadier, more protection to give you might come in when the input exceeds the threshold, and how quickly it is released after it is very useful for live sound. +5 +0 -5 -10 -10 SLOPE 1:1 SOFT KNEE SLOPE 6:1 -5 +0 +5 +10 INPUT SIGNAL STRENGTH dBu +15 +20 The compression ratio is more ...input signal level going into the compressor, versus the output level coming out of distortion due to output relationship is -5 dBu. This is very useful for example, so you the best overall performance. The soft knee means that is just the kind of vocals, +15 and snare drums,...
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... the chance of all the channels whose aux FX control [17] is turned to the original. 18 ProFX16 and ProFX22 FX SEND This 1/4" TRS line-level output may have their own monitor mix. If they ...to more Brian" can be adjusted with the aux master mon knob [42] and mon 1 may be used to the main mix or monitor mix.) The overall output level may carefully mix the original unprocessed channel (... does not come out of all channels whose aux mon control is set up their own built-in level using the aux mon controls [16]. The monitor output is adjusted. BAL /UNBAL 1 28 26 BAL /UNBAL...
... the chance of all the channels whose aux FX control [17] is turned to the original. 18 ProFX16 and ProFX22 FX SEND This 1/4" TRS line-level output may have their own monitor mix. If they ...to more Brian" can be adjusted with the aux master mon knob [42] and mon 1 may be used to the main mix or monitor mix.) The overall output level may carefully mix the original unprocessed channel (... does not come out of all channels whose aux mon control is set up their own built-in level using the aux mon controls [16]. The monitor output is adjusted. BAL /UNBAL 1 28 26 BAL /UNBAL...
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... control room outputs [31]. AUX RETURN L/R The stereo (aux) returns are usually patched to the main mix. You may be used as soloed channels may affect the headphone volume. Connect these inputs to add any stereo line-level signals to your favorite footswitch. PHONES... at will work. Connect these TRS outputs are usually patched to the main mix. (Solo signals reaching the headphones are connecting a mono source, use these to the next device in a complex installation. 33. Level adjustment of a control room amplifier or a headphone distribution amplifier. 32. FX...
... control room outputs [31]. AUX RETURN L/R The stereo (aux) returns are usually patched to the main mix. You may be used as soloed channels may affect the headphone volume. Connect these inputs to add any stereo line-level signals to your favorite footswitch. PHONES... at will work. Connect these TRS outputs are usually patched to the main mix. (Solo signals reaching the headphones are connecting a mono source, use these to the next device in a complex installation. 33. Level adjustment of a control room amplifier or a headphone distribution amplifier. 32. FX...
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... desired range. The frequency bands are not careful, you are : 125, 250, 500, 1 k, 2 k, 4 k and 8 kHz. Although it may also be quickly bypassed using the EQ in level at the center (0 dB) position. POWER LED This green LED will illuminate to indicate that phantom power is often your best... option. If it is not on, then it is turned on, as a reminder of some frequency bands where feedback occurs. 20 ProFX16 and ProFX22 STEREO GRAPHIC EQ This 7-band graphic equalizer adjusts the main mix output. The EQ section comes before connecting microphones.) A red LED just...
... desired range. The frequency bands are not careful, you are : 125, 250, 500, 1 k, 2 k, 4 k and 8 kHz. Although it may also be quickly bypassed using the EQ in level at the center (0 dB) position. POWER LED This green LED will illuminate to indicate that phantom power is often your best... option. If it is not on, then it is turned on, as a reminder of some frequency bands where feedback occurs. 20 ProFX16 and ProFX22 STEREO GRAPHIC EQ This 7-band graphic equalizer adjusts the main mix output. The EQ section comes before connecting microphones.) A red LED just...
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... 4 7 10 20 30 L R LEVEL SET 41 RUDE SOLO 38. When 0 dBu (0.775 V) is wrong with your mixer. For best real-world results, try to use the EQ. 40. MAIN MIX / MON 1 Switch This switch allows you want to quickly engage or disengage the stereo graphic EQ [37]. You don't have...signal level, traffic light style. Owner's Manual 21 When a channel is labeled "level set" to reduce feedback in the control room and headphones is used for monitors. You can easily be when adjusting a channel's gain [9] in the ballpark." Remember, audio meters are engaged [22]. EQ IN / ...
... 4 7 10 20 30 L R LEVEL SET 41 RUDE SOLO 38. When 0 dBu (0.775 V) is wrong with your mixer. For best real-world results, try to use the EQ. 40. MAIN MIX / MON 1 Switch This switch allows you want to quickly engage or disengage the stereo graphic EQ [37]. You don't have...signal level, traffic light style. Owner's Manual 21 When a channel is labeled "level set" to reduce feedback in the control room and headphones is used for monitors. You can easily be when adjusting a channel's gain [9] in the ballpark." Remember, audio meters are engaged [22]. EQ IN / ...
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...gain [9], EQ [11-15], and channel faders [23], as well as the channel FX sends [17] and the FX send master [42]. 22 ProFX16 and ProFX22 It illuminates red if the effects processor is within a good operating range (sig). These knobs route the effects output to monitor the amount... sent. Use the aux master [42] to mon 1, mon 2 and mains independently. Further details of the FX master. Rotate the preset selector knob [45] ...
...gain [9], EQ [11-15], and channel faders [23], as well as the channel FX sends [17] and the FX send master [42]. 22 ProFX16 and ProFX22 It illuminates red if the effects processor is within a good operating range (sig). These knobs route the effects output to monitor the amount... sent. Use the aux master [42] to mon 1, mon 2 and mains independently. Further details of the FX master. Rotate the preset selector knob [45] ...
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...[56] will have a drum kit hogging up provides 10 dB additional gain. SUBS ASSIGN Switches One popular use them to subs 1-2, engage the assign to maintain the left and right of a song if the need ...down at the sub outs. This gives you might be needed, but once again, it 's all appendices. 24 ProFX16 and ProFX22 This additional gain will appear at the end of a song (or quickly in level by 3 dB...the XLR and 1/4" main line-level outputs [30] and the tape outputs [34]. This is to use of the owner's manual. From here on the meters regardless of how loud the control room and phones ...
...[56] will have a drum kit hogging up provides 10 dB additional gain. SUBS ASSIGN Switches One popular use them to subs 1-2, engage the assign to maintain the left and right of a song if the need ...down at the sub outs. This gives you might be needed, but once again, it 's all appendices. 24 ProFX16 and ProFX22 This additional gain will appear at the end of a song (or quickly in level by 3 dB...the XLR and 1/4" main line-level outputs [30] and the tape outputs [34]. This is to use of the owner's manual. From here on the meters regardless of how loud the control room and phones ...
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...8226; Is phantom power required for your microphone? Repair For warranty service, refer to the warranty information on . Non-warranty service for Mackie products living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors. Tech Support will find the answer to the problem without...click "Support" and select "Locate a Service Center." To locate your amplifiers. Noise • Turn the channel gains down, one by one of useful information such as monitor out, just in another channel, set up ? • Are the EQs set correctly? • Is the channel level ...
...8226; Is phantom power required for your microphone? Repair For warranty service, refer to the warranty information on . Non-warranty service for Mackie products living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors. Tech Support will find the answer to the problem without...click "Support" and select "Locate a Service Center." To locate your amplifiers. Noise • Turn the channel gains down, one by one of useful information such as monitor out, just in another channel, set up ? • Are the EQs set correctly? • Is the channel level ...
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... (cold), and sleeve to a contractual obligation, but performs nightly at the downtown Woodinville Cocoa Rooms and Tea Bar 26 ProFX16 and ProFX22 Some examples: RING TIP • Unbalanced microphones SLEEVE • Electric guitars and electronic instruments • Unbalanced ...line-level connections • Speaker connections Don't use 3-pin female XLR connectors on a stereo 1/4" or b alanced phonTIPe jack or plug. Appendix B: Connections XLR Connectors Mackie mixers use guitar cords for speaker cables! When wired as phono plugs) and...
... (cold), and sleeve to a contractual obligation, but performs nightly at the downtown Woodinville Cocoa Rooms and Tea Bar 26 ProFX16 and ProFX22 Some examples: RING TIP • Unbalanced microphones SLEEVE • Electric guitars and electronic instruments • Unbalanced ...line-level connections • Speaker connections Don't use 3-pin female XLR connectors on a stereo 1/4" or b alanced phonTIPe jack or plug. Appendix B: Connections XLR Connectors Mackie mixers use guitar cords for speaker cables! When wired as phono plugs) and...