Mackie ProFX16 User Manual

Professional Mic/Line Mixers with FX and USB I/O
ProFX16 and ProFX22
OWNER’S MANUAL
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MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTEMUTEMUTEMUTEMUTEMUTEMUTE
OL
4 6 3
10 15
7
10 20 30
0 2
0dB = 0dBu
LEVEL SET
RUDE
SOLO
MAIN
METERS
RL
MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC
GAINGAIN
+20
-20
GAIN
(MONO)
LINE IN 9
LINE IN 10
L
R
(MONO)
L R
(MONO)
BAL /UNBAL BAL /UNBAL BAL /UNBAL
BAL /UNBAL BAL /UNBAL
BAL /UNBAL BAL /UNBAL BAL /UNBAL BAL /UNBAL
BAL /UNBAL BAL /UNBALBAL /UNBALBAL /UNBALBAL /UNBALBAL /UNBALBAL /UNBALBAL /UNBALBAL /UNBALBAL /UNBALBAL /UNBALBAL /UNBAL
L
R
(MONO)
L
R
LINE IN 11
LINE IN 12
LINE IN 13
LINE IN 14
LINE IN 15
LINE IN 16
L R
17/1815/16 19/20 21/22
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
LINE IN LINE INLINE IN LINE IN LINE IN LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
7
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
7
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
GAIN
U
+50
M
I
C
G
A
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N
U
+50
M
I
C
G
A
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N
U
LOW CUT LOW CUT
AUX
RETURN
MON
1
INTERNAL FX
MON
2
AUX
MASTER
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
TO MON 1 TO MON 2
TO MON 1 TO MON 2
TO MAIN L-R
U
+10
U
+15
U
+15
U
+10
U
+15
U
+15
SOURCE
LINE
USB
PHANTOM
POWER
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15/16 17/18 19/20 21/22
8K4K2K1K500250125
15 15 10 10
5 5 0
15 15 10 10
5 5 0
STEREO GRAPHIC EQ
PHONES
L
R
(MONO)
L
R
1 2
3 4
1 2
RL RL RL RL
SUB 2 SUB 3SUB 1
INSERT
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
INSERT
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
INSERT
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
OL
RL
PAN
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
OL
RL
PAN
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
OL
RL
PAN
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
OL OL OL OL OL
RL
PAN
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5
5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5
5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ EQ EQ EQ EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
AUX
RL
PAN
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
AUX
RL
PAN
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
AUX
RL
PAN
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
AUX
RL
PAN
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
INSERT
OFF MAX
COMP
OFF MAX
COMP
OFF MAX
COMP
OFF MAX
COMP
12kHz
HI
80Hz
LOW
MID
2.5kHz
12kHz
HI
80Hz
LOW
MID
2.5kHz
12kHz
HI
80Hz
LOW
MID
2.5kHz
12kHz
HI
80Hz
LOW
MID
2.5kHz
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
SUB 4
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
CR /PHONES
MAX
2-TRACK RETURN
TAPE
USB OUT
MAIN
LEVEL
U
+15
INT FX
MUTE
SIG/OL
PROFESSIONAL MIC/LINE MIXER WITH FX
FX SEND
FOOTSWITCH
MON SEND
BALANCED BALANCED
AUX RETURN CR OUT SUB OUT
MAIN OUT
IN OUT
TAPE
L
R
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
MAIN
+20
-20
U
MIC
BAL /UNBAL
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
6
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5
5
U
60
6
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
INSERT
MIC
BAL /UNBAL
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
5
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5
5
U
60
5
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
INSERT
MIC
BAL /UNBAL
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
4
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
4
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
INSERT
MIC
BAL /UNBAL
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
3
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
3
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
INSERT
MIC
BAL /UNBAL
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
2
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5
5
U
60
2
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
INSERT
MIC
BAL /UNBAL
U
GAIN
M
I
C
G
A
I
N
U
+50
-20dB
+30dB
AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
1
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5 5
U
60
1
PFL
SOLO
L-R
1-2
3-4
80Hz
LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
1
MON
2
U
+15
U
+15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
-15
U
+15
LOW CUT
100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz
INSERT
MAIN MIX
MON 1
EQ IN
BYPASS
USBSUB 1-2
13 DELAY 1 (300ms)
14 DELAY 2 (380ms) 15 DELAY 3 (480ms) 16 REVERB + DLY (250ms)
01 BRIGHT ROOM 02 WARM LOUNGE 03 SMALL STAGE 04 WARM THEATER
09 CHORUS 10 CHORUS + REV 11 DOUBLER 12 TAPE SLAP
05 WARM HALL 06 CONCERT HALL 07 PLATE REVERB 08 CATHEDRAL
BREAK
(MUTES ALL CH)
FX FX
TO MAIN L-R
FX FX FX FX FX FX FX FX FXFX FXFXFXFXFXFXFX

Mackie ProFX16 Specifications

General

Channels	16
EQ Bands	3-band
USB Interface	Yes
Type	Analog Mixer
Inputs	16
Phantom Power	Yes
Aux Sends	2
Effects	Yes
Returns	2
Faders	60mm

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Quick Start

Initial Setup and Connections

Steps for zeroing the mixer and making basic audio connections.

Setting Gain and Basic Mixing

Procedure for adjusting input levels and getting initial sound.

USB and Important Notes

Overview of USB connectivity and key operational tips.

Introduction

Awesomely unheard of features

Highlights key features like onboard FX and compressors.

USB Recording and Playback

Details on the mixer's 2x2 USB interface for recording and playback.

Features

Hookup Diagrams

Typical Live Sound System

Diagram illustrating a common live sound setup with the mixer.

Rear Panel Connections

POWER CONNECTION

Description of the standard IEC power connector and its features.

POWER Switch

Explanation of the mixer's power switch operation and standby mode.

USB INPUT/OUTPUT

Details on the 2x2 USB interface for routing and computer connection.

USB output FROM the mixer - recording, etc:

Explanation of USB output routing options for recording.

RUNNING MAN LOGO

History and explanation of the Mackie Running Man logo.

Front Panel - Connections and Channel Strip

Input Jacks

Description of MIC, LINE, and STEREO LINE input connectors.

Channel Signal Processing

Controls for INSERT, GAIN, LOW CUT, and EQ.

Channel Sends and Muting

Controls for AUX MON, AUX FX, PAN, MUTE, OL LED.

Channel Routing and Level Adjustment

Controls for ASSIGN, PFL SOLO, FADER, USB, and COMPRESSOR.

Additional Inputs & Outputs

MON SEND and FX SEND

Outputs for monitor mixes and external effects.

FX FOOTSWITCH and AUX RETURN

Footswitch connection and stereo aux return inputs.

Main, Control Room, and Sub Outputs

Outputs for main mix, control room monitoring, and subgroups.

PHONES and TAPE I/O

Headphone output and RCA inputs/outputs for tape sources.

Stereo Graphic EQ, Main Meters & more!

48V PHANTOM POWER Switch

Switch to enable phantom power for condenser mics.

POWER LED

Indicator light for mixer power status.

STEREO GRAPHIC EQ Controls

7-band graphic EQ and its bypass function.

MAIN MIX / MON 1 Switch

Switch to select graphic EQ routing for main mix or monitors.

MAIN METERS and SOLO LED

Signal level meters and solo mode indicator.

Aux Masters, Aux Returns & Internal FX

AUX MASTERS and RETURNS

Controls for aux monitor and return signal levels.

INTERNAL FX Controls

Routing and level controls for onboard effects.

Main & Subs Mix, USB Out, 2-Track Return, and more!

INT FX MUTE and USB OUT

Mute switch for internal FX and USB output routing switch.

2-TRACK RETURN Settings

Switch and level control for the 2-track return source.

BREAK Switch and CR/PHONES Control

Mute switch for breaks and control room/headphone level.

SUB ASSIGN Switches and Faders

Assign switches and faders for subgroup routing and control.

MAIN MIX Fader

Primary stereo fader for overall output level adjustment.

Appendix A: Service Information

Troubleshooting Guide

Steps to diagnose and resolve common operational problems.

Repair and Service Options

Information on obtaining warranty and non-warranty service.

Appendix B: Connections

XLR and 1/4" TRS Connectors

Details on microphone XLR and stereo/balanced TRS connections.

RCA Plugs and Insert Jacks

Description of RCA connectors and using insert jacks.

Appendix C: Technical Information

Noise and Distortion Specifications

Data on noise characteristics and harmonic distortion.

Level and Impedance Specs

Maximum levels, EQ specs, and input/output impedances.

Power and Physical Specifications

AC power requirements, dimensions, and weight.

Dimensions

Block Diagram

Track Sheet - Mono Channels

Track Sheet - Comp & Stereo Channels

Track Sheet - Master Section

Appendix D: Table of Effects Presets

ProFX16 and ProFX22 Limited Warranty