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Mackie Onyx 80 series User Manual

Mackie Onyx 80 series
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OWNER’S MANUAL
PREMIUM LIVE ANALOG MIXERS
w/PERKINS EQ & ONYX MIC PREAMPS
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Mackie Onyx 80 series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMackie
ModelOnyx 80 series
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Electrical Safety Warnings

Advises on reducing electric shock risk, avoiding cover removal, and seeking qualified service personnel for repairs.

Hearing Protection and Noise Exposure

Details risks of hearing loss from high noise levels and provides OSHA exposure limits and recommendations for hearing protection.

Environmental Precautions

Warns users to avoid exposing the apparatus to rain or moisture to prevent fire or electric shock hazards.

Getting Started

Setting Input Levels

Details the procedure for adjusting input GAIN controls to achieve optimal signal levels for each channel.

Onyx 80 Series Features

Input GAIN Control

Describes the GAIN control for adjusting input sensitivity for mic and line inputs.

Perkins EQ Bypass (IN/OUT)

Provides a hardware bypass for the Perkins EQ circuitry, allowing A/B comparison of EQ'd vs. un-EQ'd signals.

Auxiliary Sends Overview

Explains the purpose of AUX Sends for effects processing or stage monitoring and their control.

Channel Fader Operation

Controls the output level of the channel, from off to unity gain and beyond.

Auxiliary Section

Stereo Aux Input GAIN

Adjusts input sensitivity for stereo Aux Inputs to optimal operating levels.

Aux Send Routing for Aux Inputs

Explains how Aux Sends 1-6 on Aux Inputs 1-8 are routed to specific Aux Send buses.

Stereo Aux Input Level Control

Controls the output level of the stereo Aux Input channels.

Master Aux Send Section

Aux Send Master Level Controls

Controls the overall level of each of the eight Auxiliary Sends before they are delivered to the outputs.

Group Section

Group Fader Level Control

Controls the Group's signal level, from off to unity gain and beyond.

Talkback Section, Mute Groups, and Mono Out

Main Mix and Phones/Monitor Section

Main Mix Master Faders

Master faders controlling the output levels at the MAIN OUTS.

Monitor Output Level Control

Controls the signal level at the Left and Right MONITOR OUTS.

Headphone Output Level Control

Controls the signal level at the stereo headphone output.

Rear Panel Connections

Microphone Input (XLR)

Female XLR connector for balanced microphone input, featuring Onyx mic preamps.

Line Input (1/4" TRS)

1/4" TRS connector for balanced or unbalanced line-level input signals.

Channel Insert Jacks

1/4" TRS jacks for connecting serial effects devices, acting as send/return points.

Direct Channel Outputs (DB25)

DB-25 connectors providing balanced direct outputs for eight channels each, post-GAIN and pre-EQ.

Stereo Aux Inputs

1/4" TRS connectors for balanced or unbalanced line-level stereo signals from external processors.

Aux Send Outputs

1/4" TRS outputs providing balanced or unbalanced signals for effects devices or stage monitors.

Group Send Outputs

1/4" TRS outputs providing balanced or unbalanced signals for connecting to line-level devices.

Talkback Microphone Input

Female XLR input for connecting an external talkback microphone (dynamic recommended).

Mono Output

Male XLR output providing a balanced line-level combination of Left and Right Main Mix signals.

Main Outputs (XLR and TRS)

XLR and 1/4" TRS outputs for balanced line-level signals representing the final mixed stereo output.

Monitor Outputs

1/4" TRS jacks providing a balanced line-level signal for monitoring or additional main mix outputs.

AC Power Receptacle

Standard 3-prong IEC connector for detachable linecord, supporting universal AC voltage.

Main Power Switch

Powers the unit on or off, supplying power to the mixer and front panel LEDs.

Appendix A: Service Information

Warranty Service Procedures

Details warranty terms and the process for obtaining service or repairs within the warranty period.

Troubleshooting: No Power

Checks to perform if the mixer is not receiving power, including cord, outlet, and switch verification.

Troubleshooting: Bad Output

Steps to diagnose output issues, checking levels, connections, and isolating mixer vs. external device problems.

Troubleshooting: Channel Issues

Guides for diagnosing problems with individual channels, checking mute, gain, fader, and signal source.

Troubleshooting: Sound Quality Issues

Addresses problems related to distortion, noise, or hum, guiding users to check inputs, levels, and cabling.

Troubleshooting: Noise and Hum

Provides steps to identify and eliminate noise or hum by checking inputs, channels, and grounding.

Product Repair Process

Outlines the steps for sending the mixer for service, including contacting Tech Support and packaging requirements.

Appendix B: Connections

DB25 Connectors

DB25 Connector Pinout and Wiring

Provides the pinout diagram and wiring details for DB25 connectors used for direct channel outputs.

Appendix C: Technical Info

Equalization (EQ) Specifications

Details the EQ bands, frequencies, and boost/cut ranges for mono and stereo channels.

AC Power Requirements

Lists power consumption figures for each Onyx 80 Series model and universal AC supply voltage.

Onyx 80 Series Block Diagram

Signal Flow and Interconnection Diagram

Visual representation of the mixer's internal signal flow and interconnections between different sections.

Onyx 80 Series Gain Structure Diagram

Onyx 80 Series Limited Warranty

Warranty Terms and Coverage

Details the three-year limited warranty, repair/replacement policy, and coverage limitations.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Explains the process for obtaining warranty repairs, including contacting support and providing documentation.

Factory Authorized Service Procedure

Provides step-by-step instructions for obtaining factory-authorized service, including obtaining a Service Request Number.

Warranty Claim Verification

LOUD Technologies' right to inspect products and require proof of purchase for warranty claims.

Repair and Replacement Policy

Details the timeframe for repairs/replacements and the use of refurbished parts.

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