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Mackie Onyx 1620i User Manual

Mackie Onyx 1620i
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OWNER'S MANUAL
16-Channel Premium Analog Mixer
with FireWire
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Mackie Onyx 1620i Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMackie
ModelOnyx 1620i
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Quick Start Guide

Setup and Zeroing Controls

Basic setup, environment, and initial control settings.

Connections and Level Setting

How to connect audio sources and set optimal input/output levels.

FireWire and Other Notes

Initial FireWire setup and general operational tips for the mixer.

Introduction to Onyx 1620i

Product Overview

Overview of the mixer's capabilities and premium features.

Key Product Features

Detailed list of the Onyx 1620i's specifications and functionalities.

Hookup Diagrams

Typical Club System Setup

Illustrates a common setup for live club sound reinforcement.

Typical Recording System Setup

Shows a typical setup for studio recording with the mixer.

Post-Production System Setup

Depicts a setup for post-production audio workflows.

Rear Panel Connections

Power Connection and Switch

Details on connecting power and operating the main power switch.

FireWire Connections

Information on utilizing the FireWire interface for digital audio transfer.

Connection Section Details

Microphone Inputs

Explains the female XLR mic inputs and phantom power.

Mono and Stereo Line Inputs

Details on connecting line-level sources to mono and stereo channels.

Main Outputs and Alt 3-4

Information on main stereo outputs and the alternate 3-4 bus.

Tape Inputs and Outputs

How to use the RCA tape inputs and outputs for recording.

Headphone Output

Details on connecting and using headphones with the mixer.

Channel Controls Explained

Mono Channel Controls

Describes controls for channels 1-8, including EQ and Hi-Z.

Stereo Channel Controls

Details controls for channels 9-16, including EQ and FireWire input selection.

Channel EQ Parameters

Explains the 4-band EQ on mono and 3-band EQ on stereo channels.

Aux Sends, Pan, and Mute/Alt 3-4

Covers aux send levels, panning, and the mute/alt 3-4 function.

Channel Level and Solo Functions

Details channel faders, OL/ -20 LEDs, and the solo function.

Control Room and Metering

Source Selection for Monitoring

How to select main mix, tape, FW, or alt 3-4 for control room/phones.

Control Room and Phones Knobs

Adjusting volume levels for control room and headphone outputs.

Level Metering Explained

Understanding the function and interpretation of the mixer's meters.

Solo Mode Operations

How PFL and AFL solo modes work for channel monitoring.

Aux Master Section

Master Aux Sends and Returns

Overall control of aux send levels and aux return inputs.

Pre/Post Fader Switching

How to set aux sends for pre-fader or post-fader operation.

Talkback System

Talkback Microphone and Level

Location and level control for the built-in talkback microphone.

Talkback Destinations

Routing talkback audio to headphones or aux sends.

Main Mix and FireWire Assignment

Main Mix Fader Control

Adjusting the overall stereo output level for the main mix.

Assigning Main Mix to FireWire

Routing the main mix to computer via FireWire channels 15-16.

Appendix A: Service and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guidance on diagnosing and resolving channel and output problems.

Power and Repair Information

Checks for power issues and details on warranty and non-warranty repair services.

Appendix B: Connection Types

XLR Connector Details

Explanation of pinouts and usage for XLR microphone connectors.

1/4" Phone Plug Types

Description of TS and TRS 1/4" plugs for mono/stereo and balanced/unbalanced signals.

RCA Plug Usage

Information on using RCA connectors for audio devices.

TRS Insert Jack Functionality

How to use TRS insert jacks for send/receive signal paths.

Appendix C: Technical Specifications

Noise and Distortion Specifications

Data on input noise, output noise, and signal distortion (THD+N).

Input/Output Levels and Impedances

Details on impedance values and maximum signal levels for various connections.

Dimensions and Power Requirements

Physical size, weight, and power consumption of the mixer.

Block Diagram

Appendix D: Rack Ear Installation

Tools and Procedure for Rack Mounting

Steps and tools required to mount the mixer in a standard 19" rack.

Appendix E: FireWire Driver Installation

Windows FireWire Driver Setup

Step-by-step guide for installing FireWire drivers on Windows.

Mac OS X FireWire Setup

Instructions for connecting and configuring the mixer with Mac OS X.

Appendix F: Modifications

FireWire Send Modifications

Details on modifying FireWire sends for pre/post insert or fader.

Aux Send Modifications

Information on modifying aux sends for pre-EQ operation.

Onyx 1620i Limited Warranty

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