Mackie ProFX22 User Manual

Professional Mic/Line Mixers with FX and USB I/O
ProFX16 and ProFX22
OWNER’S MANUAL
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RUDE
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AUX
LINE IN LINE INLINE IN LINE IN LINE IN LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
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PFL
SOLO
L-R
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3-4
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LOW
MID
FREQ
600
1.5k150
8k100
EQ
12kHz
HI
MON
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MON
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AUX
RETURN
MON
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INTERNAL FX
MON
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AUX
MASTER
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TO MON 1 TO MON 2
TO MON 1 TO MON 2
TO MAIN L-R
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SOURCE
LINE
USB
PHANTOM
POWER
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STEREO GRAPHIC EQ
PHONES
L
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(MONO)
L
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SUB 2 SUB 3SUB 1
INSERT
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AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
dB
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10
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50
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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
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LOW CUT
INSERT
U
GAIN
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+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
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LOW CUT
INSERT
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+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
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LOW CUT
U
GAIN
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-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
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LOW CUT
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+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
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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
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LOW CUT
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AUX
OL OL OL OL OL
RL
PAN
dB
30 20 10
10
40
50
5
5
U
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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
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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
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U
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U
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AUX
RL
PAN
MON
1
MON
2
U
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AUX
RL
PAN
MON
1
MON
2
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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
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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
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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
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+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
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INSERT
MIC
BAL /UNBAL
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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
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INSERT
MIC
BAL /UNBAL
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AUX
LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
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dB
30 20 10
10
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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
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MIC
BAL /UNBAL
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LINE IN
OL
RL
PAN
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dB
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5 5
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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
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INSERT
MIC
BAL /UNBAL
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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
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LOW CUT
INSERT
MIC
BAL /UNBAL
U
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M
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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
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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 ProFX22 Specifications

General

Channels	22
USB Interface	Yes
Phantom Power	Yes
EQ Bands	3-band
Built-in Effects	Yes
Type	Analog
Outputs - Main	2

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Quick Start Guide

Zero the Mixer

Steps to reset all mixer controls to their default positions.

Connections

Guide for connecting audio sources and outputs to the mixer.

Set the Gain

Procedure for adjusting input signal levels for optimal performance.

Instant Mixing

Basic steps to achieve sound output and start mixing.

Introduction

Key Mixer Features

Details the mixer's built-in processors, compressors, and overall design.

USB Recording and Playback

Explains the 2x2 USB interface for recording and playback.

Product Features

Manual Navigation Guide

Hookup Diagrams

Rear Panel Overview

Power Connection

Details the standard 3-prong IEC power connector.

Power Switch

Explains the operation of the mixer's power switch.

USB Input/Output

Describes the functionality of the 2x2 USB interface.

Front Panel Overview

Mic Inputs

Female XLR connector for microphone and line level input.

Phantom Power

Explains 48V phantom power for condenser microphones.

Line Inputs

Details the 1/4" jacks for connecting line-level sources.

Stereo Line Inputs

Explains the 1/4" TRS/TS inputs for stereo line-level signals.

Channel Strip Controls - Signal Path

Insert Jack Functionality

Describes the 1/4" jacks for connecting serial effects processors.

Gain Control

Adjusts the input sensitivity for mic and line inputs.

Low Cut Switch

High-pass filter to reduce bass frequencies below 100 Hz.

Channel Equalization (EQ)

Describes the 3-band EQ with shelving and peaking controls.

Channel Strip Controls - EQ and Sends

Hi EQ

Controls high-frequency adjustment up to 12 kHz.

Mid EQ and Frequency Controls (Mono)

Semi-parametric mid-sweep EQ for mono channels.

Mid EQ Control (Stereo)

Peaking mid EQ control for stereo channels.

Low EQ Control

Controls low-frequency adjustment below 80 Hz.

Aux Mon 1-2 Controls

Controls for setting up monitor mixes independently from the main mix.

Channel Strip Controls - Routing and Indicators

Aux FX Send Control

Controls for sending signal to the internal FX processor.

Pan Control

Adjusts the channel signal's position between left and right outputs.

OL LED Indicator

Indicator for signal overload before the channel fader.

Mute Switch

Silences the channel's signal output.

Assign Switches

Selects main mix or subgroup destinations for channel signals.

Channel Strip Controls - Faders and USB

PFL Solo Switch

Pre-Fader Listen switch for monitoring individual channels.

Channel Fader

Adjusts the final level of each channel to the main mix.

USB Switch

Routes stereo USB playback to the last stereo channel.

Compressor Section

Additional I/O Ports

Monitor Send Output

Output for stage monitor mixes.

FX Send Output

Output for external effects processors.

Mixer Outputs and Returns

FX Footswitch Connection

Connects a footswitch to control internal effects mute.

Aux Return L/R Inputs

Stereo inputs for processed signals from external effects.

Main Outputs (XLR & 1/4")

Main stereo outputs for connecting to amplifiers or speakers.

Control Room Outputs

Outputs for monitoring.

Subgroup Outputs (1-4)

Outputs for multitrack recording or secondary amplification.

Phones Output

Headphone output for monitoring.

Tape I/O Connections

RCA connections for tape, CD, or iPod playback/recording.

Master Section EQ and Meters

48V Phantom Power Switch

Global switch to enable phantom power for all mic inputs.

Power LED Indicator

Indicates when the mixer is powered on.

Stereo Graphic EQ

7-band graphic equalizer for main mix output adjustment.

Master Section Controls

EQ/Monitor Mix Selection & Bypass

Switches for EQ routing and bypass, and monitor mix selection.

Main Meters & Solo Indicator

LED meters for signal level and solo status indicator.

Aux Masters, Returns & Internal FX

Aux Masters, Returns & Internal FX Controls

Controls for aux monitor/FX sends, returns, and internal effects.

Main, Sub Mixes, and USB/Tape

USB Out, 2-Track Return & Break Switch

Controls for USB output, 2-track return, and input muting.

CR/Phones Level Control

Controls levels for control room and headphone outputs.

Subgroup and Main Mix Faders

Subgroup Assignment & Faders

Assigns channels to subgroups and controls their levels.

Main Mix Fader

Master stereo fader for main line-level outputs.

Appendix A: Service & Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Guide

Tips for diagnosing and resolving common mixer problems.

Service & Repair Information

Details on noise, power issues, and obtaining service.

Appendix B: Connector Guide

XLR, TS, and RCA Connector Details

Explains wiring and use of common audio connectors.

Insert Jack Connections

Appendix C: Technical Specs

Specifications

Lists technical details including noise, distortion, and impedance.

Dimensions

Block Diagram

Track Sheets

Mono Channels

Visual layout of mono channel controls.

Comp & Stereo Channels

Visual layout of compressor and stereo channels.

Master Section

Visual layout of master section controls.

Appendix D: Effects Presets

Product Warranty Information