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General| Brand | Mackie |
|---|---|
| Model | CFX 12 |
| Category | Music Mixer |
| Language | English |
Warning regarding safe movement of equipment when using carts.
Warnings regarding electrical shock, water exposure, and proper grounding.
Information on noise levels and preventing hearing loss during operation.
Details features for 8, 12, or 16 mono channels and 2 stereo line channels.
Overview of the comprehensive master section capabilities.
Explains the use of numbered feature references within the manual.
Steps to turn off, zero, and prepare the mixer for initial use.
Guide to connecting microphones, instruments, and outputs to the mixer.
Procedure for adjusting channel gain and setting initial levels for audio sources.
Tips for adjusting channel levels, EQ, and effects for better sound.
Key considerations and warnings for operating the mixer safely and effectively.
Illustrates a typical setup for a small club performance using the CFX12 MKII.
Diagram for CFX16 MKII in a large club or auditorium with subwoofer.
Diagram for CFX20 MKII in a church with separate utility mix.
Details on the mixer's rugged, low-noise, phantom-powered microphone preamplifiers.
Information on balanced or unbalanced line inputs and their gain range.
Usage of insert jacks for serial effects like compressors or as direct outputs.
Explains the difference and application of serial and parallel effects processing.
Details on using stereo line inputs for balanced/unbalanced signals.
Information on main stereo outputs (XLR/TRS) and subwoofer output.
Explains how to use the main insert for serial processing of the overall mix.
Explains the utility output for setting independent levels without affecting the main mix.
Describes using sub outputs for amplifiers or recorders, with sub fader control.
Details on using aux sends for monitors/effects and EFX sends for processors.
Details on patching external parallel effects to stereo efx return inputs.
Details on using tape inputs for entertainment and tape outputs for recording.
Information on headphone output for monitoring, including solo/pfl signal routing.
Connecting a footswitch for effects bypass and using a gooseneck lamp.
Details on connecting AC power and the main power switch and status LED.
Details on engaging phantom power for condenser microphones via the switch.
How to use the gain knob to set input sensitivity and the zero level LED.
Explanation of the 100 Hz low cut filter and its applications.
Describes the aux send knobs for monitor mixes or effects, and their levels.
Explains the difference between pre-fader and post-fader aux send modes.
Details on using EFX 1 and EFX 2 sends for external processors and EMAC.
Covers the HI, MID (with sweep), and LOW EQ controls for tone shaping.
How the pan knob directs signals to sub outputs and affects stereo balance.
Explains mute switch function and assign switches for signal routing to mixes.
Explains the role of the fader as the primary level control for each channel.
How to use the solo/PFL function to monitor individual channels via headphones.
Explains the main stereo fader for controlling overall output levels.
Details on the 12-LED peak metering system for monitoring signal levels.
Explains the function of the Rude Solo LED for solo/PFL monitoring.
Information on the graphic EQ for shaping the main mix frequency spectrum.
Adjusting tape input levels and using the break switch for muting or switching.
Controlling headphone volume and utility output levels independently.
Details on sub faders for mix control and assigning sub outputs to stereo paths.
Controlling the overall level of auxiliary sends for monitors or effects.
Adjusting the master send level for external EFX 1 processor.
Controlling the return level for external EFX 1 effects.
Overview of the internal EMAC 32-bit digital stereo effects processor.
Setting EFX 2 send and 'To Main Mix' levels for the EMAC processor.
Using effects sends to add effects to stage monitor mixes.
Guide to rotating the preset select switch to choose desired effects.
Detailed descriptions of available reverb effects, including tail and pre-delay.
Detailed descriptions of the four available delay effects and their parameters.
Adjusting delay time, reverb decay, and modulation depth/damping.
Using the WIDE switch for stereo image and the BYPASS button for effects muting.
Explanation of the CLIP LED for monitoring EFX output levels relative to clipping.
Precautions for AC power distribution, grounding, and outlet testing.
Information on obtaining factory-authorized service and understanding warranty terms.
Steps to diagnose and resolve common channel, output, noise, and power problems.
Detailed technical specifications for frequency response, distortion, and noise.
Specific ranges for input gain, phantom power, and equalization parameters.
Information on mixer rated output levels and maximum input levels.
Details on voltage gain, input/output impedance, and digital effects.
Explanation of channel level LED sensitivity and VU meter segments.
A visual representation of the CFX MKII series internal circuitry and signal flow.
Details the three-year warranty, repair process, and limitations.
Steps required to get factory-authorized service and necessary documentation.
