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Mackie ONYX Series User Manual

Mackie ONYX Series
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PREMIUM ANALOG MIXERS WITH MULTI-TRACK USB

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Mackie ONYX Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
DimensionsVaries by model
WeightVaries by model
Mic PreampsOnyx mic preamps
EQ3-band EQ per channel
OutputsMain, control room, and headphone outputs
Phantom Power+48V phantom power
TypeAnalog Mixer
ChannelsVaries by model (12, 16, 24)

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Correct Product Disposal

Instructions for environmentally responsible disposal of the product.

Features Overview

Introduction to Onyx Mixers

Brief overview of the mixer's purpose and target audience.

How to Use This Manual

Guidance on interpreting manual icons and structure.

Quick Start Guide

Initial Setup and Connections

Covers plugging in, zeroing controls, and making audio connections.

RTC Setup Procedure

Hookup Diagrams

Typical Live Sound System Setup

Illustrates a common live sound system configuration.

Typical Recording System Setup

Illustrates a typical recording system configuration.

Onyx Rear Panel Features

Input and Output Connectivity

Details on mic, line, stereo, and main outputs, including rear panel jacks.

Signal Routing and Effects Sends

Explanation of monitor sends, FX send, and footswitch connections.

Onyx Front Panel Features

Channel Strip Controls

Covers 1/8" Stereo Input, Gain Knobs, OL LEDs, Low Cut Switches, Line/Hi-Z, EQ Controls.

Channel Processing Controls

Covers Mid EQ, Low EQ, Aux Mon, Pan, Mute.

Channel Monitoring and Assignment

Covers Solo Switches, L-R Assign, Bluetooth.

USB and SD Card Routing Switches

Covers USB 1/2/3/4, SD Switch, Mackiemus Prime.

Master Section Controls

Power and Phantom Power

Explains the power indicator and global 48V phantom power.

Headphone and Solo Monitoring

Describes headphone output, solo controls, and monitoring modes.

Control Room and Effects Sends

Details control room outputs, FX to monitor sends, and FX master levels.

Main Mix and Mute Controls

Explains main mix fader, mute switch, and USB send routing.

Studio Command Interface

Display and Navigation Controls

Covers Preset Display, Control Knob, and Back Button functions.

FX and SD Card Functions

Explains the FX and SD buttons for accessing effects and recordings.

FX Section Overview

Effect Types and Parameters

Details delay, echo, reverb, modulation, and multi-purpose effects and their controls.

FX Presets and EQ Reset

How to save, recall, and reset effects and EQ settings.

SD Stereo Recording and Playback

SD Card Formatting and Transport

Steps for formatting an SD card and using transport controls for recording.

File Management and Final Thoughts

How to manage recorded files and key considerations for SD recording.

Mixer Settings Configuration

General Settings (Auto-Play, Record Mode)

Configuration of auto-play behavior and recording bit-depth/sample rate.

SD Card and System Information

Covers SD card management, Time/Date, Factory Reset, and About information.

Service Information and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Lists potential issues like no power, bad channels, hum, and noise.

Technical Specifications

Electrical Performance Metrics

Covers noise, impedance, frequency response, EQ, distortion, crosstalk, and levels.

Power, Options, and Dimensions

Details phantom power, AC requirements, optional accessories, and physical dimensions.

Physical Dimensions

ONYX16 and ONYX24 Dimensions

Visual representation of mixer dimensions with measurements for Onyx16 and Onyx24.

Block Diagrams

Onyx8 Block Diagram

Detailed internal signal flow and component architecture for the Onyx8 model.

Onyx12 Block Diagram

Detailed internal signal flow and component architecture for the Onyx12 model.

Onyx16 Block Diagram

Detailed internal signal flow and component architecture for the Onyx16 model.

Onyx24 Block Diagram

Detailed internal signal flow and component architecture for the Onyx24 model.

Track Sheets

Onyx8 Track Sheet

Visual layout of controls for the Onyx8 channel strips.

Onyx12 Track Sheet

Visual layout of controls for the Onyx12 channel strips.

Onyx16 Track Sheet

Visual layout of controls for the Onyx16 channel strips.

Onyx24 Track Sheet

Visual layout of controls for the Onyx24 channel strips.

USB 3/4 Return Setup Guide

Limited Warranty Information

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