Mackie CR1604 - VLZ User Manual

CR1604-VLZ
MIC / LINE MIXER
OWNER’S MANUAL
AUX
SENDS
STEREO AUX RETURNS
EFFECTS TO
MONITORS
TO AUX
SEND 2
TO AUX
SEND 1
1
2
PWR
PHAN
SOLO
SOLO
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RETURNS
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MAIN MIX
TO SUBS
ASSIGN OPTIONS
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AUX
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EQ
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AUX
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EQ
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PAN
AUX
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EQ
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PAN
AUX
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EQ
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PAN
AUX
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EQ
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AUX
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EQ
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AUX
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EQ
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PAN
AUX
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EQ
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AUX
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EQ
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PAN
AUX
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EQ
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PAN
AUX
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EQ EQ
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PAN
AUX
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PAN
AUX
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EQ
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PAN
AUX
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EQ
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PAN
AUX
LEFT RIGHT
PHONES
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EQ
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LAMP
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TAPE IN
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RUDE
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LIGHT
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SUBS 3
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MAIN MIX
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TAPE
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MAIN
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HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
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MUTE
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HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
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MUTE
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HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
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MUTE
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+15-15
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U
+15-15
12k
HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
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MUTE
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+15-15
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U
+15-15
12k
HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
U
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MUTE
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+15-15
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U
+15-15
12k
HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
U
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MUTE
U
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+15-15
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U
+15-15
12k
HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
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MUTE
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+15-15
12k
HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
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MUTE
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HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
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LOW
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MUTE
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HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
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MUTE
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12k
HI
MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
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MUTE
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12k
HI
MID MID MID MID
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
U
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13
MUTE
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U
+15-15
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U
+15-15
12k
HI
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
U
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14
MUTE
U
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U
+15-15
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U
+15-15
12k
HI
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
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15
MUTE
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12k
HI
80Hz
LOW CUT
75 Hz
18dB/OCT
LOW
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MAX
16
MUTE
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PATENT PENDING
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LINE
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MIC 1
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UN-
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POWER
120 VAC 50/60 Hz 20W
315mA/250V SLO-BLO
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MIC 15 MIC 14 MIC 13 MIC 12 MIC 11 MIC 10 MIC 9 MIC 8 MIC 7 MIC 6 MIC 5
SUB OUTSC-R OUTSMAIN INSERT
TAPE TAPE
MAIN OUT
AUX SEND
DIRECT OUT
AUX RETURN
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INPUT OUTPUT
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L
(MONO)(MONO)(MONO)
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UN-
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LINELINELINELINELINELINE
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE REPLACE WITH SAME
TYPE FUSE AND RATING
CAUTION:

Mackie CR1604 - VLZ Specifications

General

Channels	16
Mic Preamps	16
EQ Bands	3-band
Phantom Power	Yes
Type	Analog Mixer
Width	17.5 inches
Microphone Preamps	16
Bus Outputs	4
Inputs - Mic Preamps	16 x XLR
Inputs - Line	16
Outputs - Main	2
EQ Bands Detail	High, Mid, Low

Summary

INTRODUCTION AND MANUAL STRUCTURE

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Explains the manual's structure, layout, and icons.

MIXER LAYOUT SECTIONS

Describes the Patchbay, Channel Strip, and Output Sections of the mixer.

REFERENCE SECTIONS

Directs users to the Glossary and other appendix sections for more information.

HOOKUP DIAGRAMS

MIXER CONFIGURATION AND SWITCHING

CONVERTING TO RACKMOUNT MODE

Instructions for converting the mixer for rack installation.

SWITCHING POSITIONS

Explanation of the purpose of indicator stripes on switches.

PATCHBAY AND INPUT DESCRIPTIONS

E-Z INTERFACE AND INPUT FLEXIBILITY

Overview of the mixer's versatile input/output design and capabilities.

MIC INPUTS AND PHANTOM POWER

Details on microphone inputs, phantom power, and related warnings.

INPUT AND INSERT CONNECTIONS

LINE INPUTS AND TRIM CONTROL

Description of the 1/4" line input jacks and the trim gain control.

INSERT JACKS AND DIRECT OUT

Information on using insert jacks for effects and direct outputs.

MONITORING AND AUXILIARY OUTPUTS

SPLIT MONITORING

Using direct outs for multitrack monitoring setups.

AUX SEND OUTPUTS

Information on aux send outputs for effects and monitors.

EFFECTS AND SUBGROUP ROUTING

EFFECTS PROCESSING: SERIAL OR PARALLEL

Explanation of serial and parallel effects usage.

AUX RETURN INPUTS AND SUB OUTS

Description of aux return inputs and subgroup outputs.

MONITOR AND TAPE CONNECTIONS

CONTROL ROOM, PHONES, AND TAPE I/O

Details on control room, headphone, and tape output/input jacks.

MAIN OUTPUTS AND POWER MANAGEMENT

MAIN INSERT, MAIN OUTS, AND MONO OPTIONS

Details on main insert/output jacks and mono features.

POWER CONNECTION AND FUSE

Information on power connection, cable, and fuse replacement.

POWER AND PHANTOM POWER FEATURES

POWER SWITCH AND LED

Details on the main power switch and its indicator light.

PHANTOM POWER SWITCH AND LED

Information on phantom power control and its indicator light.

BNC LAMP SOCKET

Description of the 12V BNC lamp socket for lighting.

CHANNEL STRIP FUNCTIONALITY

UNITY GAIN AND FADER OPERATION

Explanation of unity gain and fader controls.

CHANNEL ASSIGN SWITCHES

Explanation of channel assignment switches (1-2, 3-4, L-R).

CHANNEL SOLO AND STATUS INDICATORS

SOLO FUNCTION

Explanation of the solo (AFL/PFL) function for monitoring channels.

SOLO AND STATUS LEDs

Details on the -20 (SOLO) and OL (MUTE) status indicator LEDs.

CHANNEL CONTROLS: MUTE, PAN, EQ

MUTE AND PAN CONTROLS

Explanation of the channel mute switch and pan pot operation.

3-BAND MID-SWEEP EQ

Details on the equalizer controls for frequency adjustment.

CHANNEL EQ AND AUX SEND CONTROLS

LOW CUT FILTER

Explanation of the low cut filter switch for bass frequency reduction.

AUX SEND CONTROLS

Description of the AUX send level knobs for routing signals.

AUX SEND MODES AND SHIFTING

PRE/POST SWITCH

Explanation of the pre/post send switching for AUX 1 & 2.

5/6 SHIFT FUNCTION

Details on shifting AUX sends 3-4 to outputs 5-6.

OUTPUT SECTION DESCRIPTION

MAIN L-R MIX FADER

Description of the main mix fader operation.

SUBGROUP FADERS AND ASSIGNMENT

Explanation of subgroup faders and assigning them to the main mix.

TAPE AND SOURCE MONITORING

TAPE INPUT AND ROUTING OPTIONS

Control and routing options for stereo tape input.

SOURCE SELECTION AND MONITOR LEVEL

Choosing audio sources and controlling monitor output levels.

SOLO MODES AND INDICATORS

SOLO MODES: AFL/PFL

Explanation of Normal (AFL) and Level Set (PFL) solo modes.

SOLO LEVEL AND INDICATORS

Solo level control and status indicator lights for solo awareness.

METERING AND AUXILIARY MASTER CONTROLS

METERS AND AUX TALK

Description of the peak metering system and aux talk feature.

AUX SENDS MASTER CONTROLS

Master level controls for AUX sends 1 & 2.

AUX RETURN AND EFFECT ROUTING

AUX SENDS SOLO AND MONITOR EFFECTS

Soloing aux sends and using them for monitor effects.

AUX RETURN 3 ROUTING OPTIONS

Routing Aux Return 3 to Main Mix or Subgroups.

AUX RETURN 4 ROUTING AND RETURNS SOLO

C-R/PHNS ONLY (AUX RET 4)

Routing Aux Return 4 to C-R/Phones only.

RETURNS SOLO FUNCTION

Soloing all stereo aux returns simultaneously.

MODIFICATIONS

CR1604-VLZ POST-EQ MODIFICATION

Instructions for modifying post-EQ aux sends for audio signal routing.

CR1604-VLZ SOURCE MODIFICATION

CR1604-VLZ BLOCK DIAGRAM

GAIN STRUCTURE DIAGRAM

SPECIFICATIONS

SERVICE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Common issues and solutions for mixer problems.

REPAIR PROCEDURES

Instructions for obtaining service and returning the mixer.

APPENDIX A: GLOSSARY

APPENDIX B: CONNECTIONS

XLR CONNECTORS

Detailed guide to using XLR connectors for audio signals.

1/4" TRS AND TS CONNECTORS

Explanation of TRS and TS connectors for audio use.

SPECIAL CONNECTIONS AND LINE UNBALANCING

SWITCHED PHONE JACKS AND RCA CONNECTORS

Information on switched jacks and RCA connectors.

UNBALANCING A LINE

How to connect balanced to unbalanced signals.

TRS INSERT JACKS AND STEREO INPUTS

TRS SEND/RECEIVE INSERT JACKS

Explanation of insert jack send/receive functionality.

STEREO INPUTS AND RETURNS

Guide to using stereo inputs and returns.

MULTS AND "Y" CABLES

APPENDIX C: ADVANCED CONNECTIVITY TOPICS

BALANCED LINES

Benefits of balanced audio connections for noise immunity.

PHANTOM POWERING MICROPHONES

Explanation of phantom power requirements for microphones.

PHANTOM POWER GUIDELINES

INSTALLATION BEST PRACTICES AND GROUNDING

DO'S AND DON'TS OF FIXED INSTALLATIONS

Installation tips for sound systems.

GROUNDING PRINCIPLES

Explanation of grounding for safety and noise reduction.

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