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General| Brand | Mackie |
|---|---|
| Model | ONYX 1220i |
| Category | Music Mixer |
| Language | English |
General safety guidelines for operating the apparatus, covering installation, cleaning, and usage.
Information regarding FCC rules, digital device compliance, and measures to correct radio interference.
Details on the apparatus's compliance with Canadian regulations regarding radio noise emissions.
Warnings about potential hearing damage from high sound levels and recommended hearing protection.
Instructions for setting up the mixer in a suitable environment.
Guide to setting all controls to their minimum or center positions before operation.
Steps for connecting power and audio sources to the mixer.
Procedure for setting optimal input and output levels using gain and faders.
Reference to page 34 for detailed FireWire setup information.
Important operational notes regarding powering up/down and handling headphone volume.
Lists the key features and specifications of the Onyx 1220i mixer.
Describes the organization of the manual into sections and zones.
Explains the meaning of the "VERY IMPORTANT" and "A CLOSER LOOK" icons.
Lists the various appendices covering service, connectors, technical info, and more.
Illustrates a typical setup for a small live performance gig.
Depicts a common setup for a club system using various instruments and speakers.
Shows a typical studio setup for recording with a computer and software.
Illustrates a setup for post-production audio work with video displays.
Details the connectors and power section located on the mixer's rear panel.
Explains the IEC power connector and universal power supply.
Describes the operation of the main power switch.
Details the FireWire interface for digital audio transfer to/from a computer.
Describes the balanced XLR main outputs for connecting to amplifiers or speakers.
Explains the switch for selecting mic or line level for main outputs.
Details the 1/4" TRS connectors for sending signals to external processors or monitors.
Describes the 1/4" TRS stereo inputs for returning processed audio.
Explains the use of insert jacks for external effects or dynamics processors.
Describes the female XLR microphone inputs and Onyx mic preamps.
Explains the 48V phantom power for condenser microphones and its safe usage.
Details the 1/4" mono line inputs for channels 1-4.
Describes the 1/4" stereo line inputs for channels 5-12.
Explains the 1/4" TRS control room outputs for studio monitors.
Details the 1/4" TRS main outputs for connecting to external audio gear.
Describes the 1/4" TRS ALT 3-4 outputs for an alternate stereo mix.
Explains the RCA tape inputs for external sources.
Details the RCA tape outputs for recording the main stereo mix.
Describes the 1/4" TRS headphone output for monitoring.
Explains controls for mono channels 1-4, including Hi-Z and 48V Phantom power.
Details controls for stereo channels 5-12, including FireWire input selection.
Explains the "U" symbol representing unity gain on level controls.
Describes the Hi-Z switch for connecting guitars directly to channels 1 and 2.
Explains the low-cut (high-pass) filter for mono channels 1-4.
Details the 48V phantom power switch for microphone inputs on channels 1-4.
Explains how to adjust the input sensitivity for mic and line signals.
Describes the switch for selecting FireWire send mode (pre or post EQ).
Explains the input selection switch for channels 11 and 12.
Overview of the 3-band EQ applied to mono and stereo channels.
Describes the high EQ band, affecting frequencies above 12 kHz.
Explains the sweepable mid EQ frequency control for mono channels.
Details the mid EQ level adjustment for mono channels.
Describes the mid EQ level adjustment for stereo channels.
Explains the low EQ band, affecting frequencies below 80 Hz.
Explains the aux send controls for creating monitor or effects mixes.
Describes the pan control for adjusting stereo placement in the main mix.
Details the dual-function mute and alternate stereo bus routing switch.
Explains the signal level and overload indicators for each channel.
Describes the channel fader for adjusting output level to the main mix.
Explains the solo function for auditioning individual channels.
Explains selecting the main mix as the source for control room and headphones.
Details selecting Tape, FireWire, or Alt 3-4 as sources for monitoring.
Describes routing control room sources to the main mix.
Explains the control room volume knob.
Describes the headphone volume control and safety warning.
Explains the function and interpretation of the level meters.
Describes the function of the rude solo light.
Explains the master controls for aux send levels.
Details the pre/post fader switches for aux sends.
Describes the master controls for aux return levels.
Explains the switch to route Aux Return 2 to Aux Send 1.
Identifies the location of the built-in talkback microphone.
Explains how to adjust the talkback signal level.
Describes routing the talkback signal to headphones or aux sends.
Explains the main mix fader for adjusting the overall output level.
Details how the main mix is assigned to FireWire outputs for recording.
Provides tips for diagnosing and resolving common channel and output issues.
Information on obtaining warranty and non-warranty service.
Explains the wiring and use of 3-pin XLR connectors for microphone inputs.
Details the use of unbalanced mono 1/4" TS connectors.
Explains the use of stereo/balanced 1/4" TRS connectors.
Describes the use of unbalanced RCA connectors for audio and video equipment.
Explains the TRS insert jacks for sending and receiving signals to/from processors.
Details how to use insert jacks to tap signals without interrupting the channel.
Lists detailed technical specifications for noise, distortion, and frequency response.
Specifies the maximum input and output signal levels.
Details the EQ bands and frequency ranges for mono and stereo channels.
Lists FireWire sample rates, buffer sizes, and resolution.
Details power consumption and universal AC power supply requirements.
Provides the mixer's physical dimensions and weight.
Shows the internal signal routing and processing within the mixer.
Lists the tools needed for rack ear installation.
Provides a step-by-step guide to mounting the mixer using rack ears.
Step-by-step guide for installing FireWire drivers on Windows systems.
Lists the operating system requirements for the FireWire drivers.
Detailed instructions for installing drivers on Windows Vista.
Detailed instructions for installing drivers on Windows XP.
Discusses the importance of buffer sizes for audio performance.
Lists the operating system requirements for Mac compatibility.
Guides users through configuring the mixer in Mac's Audio MIDI Setup.
Describes a modification to change FireWire sends from pre-insert to post-insert.
Details a modification to change FireWire sends from pre-fader to post-fader.
Explains a modification to make pre-fader aux sends pre-EQ.
Outlines the terms and conditions of the limited product warranty.
