PREMIUM LIVE ANALOG MIXERS w/PERKINS EQ & ONYX MIC PREAMPS OWNER'S MANUAL ONYX 80 SERIES Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. PORTABLE CART WARNING Carts and stands - The Component should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. A Component and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the Component and cart combination to overturn. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 15. This Onyx mixer has been designed with Class-I construction and must be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection (the third grounding prong). 16. This Onyx mixer has been equipped with an all-pole, rocker-style AC mains power switch. This switch is located on the rear panel and should remain readily accessible to the user. 17. This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. ATTENTION -- Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant las limites applicables aux appareils numériques de class A/de class B (selon le cas) prescrites dans le réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par les ministere des communications du Canada. 18. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a period of time. The U.S. Government's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the permissible noise level exposures shown in the following chart. According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels use hearing protectors while the equipment is in operation. Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating the equipment in order to prevent permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits set forth here. Duration Per Day In Hours 8 6 4 3 2 1.5 1 0.5 0.25 or less Sound Level dBA, Slow Response 90 92 95 97 100 102 105 110 115 Typical Example Duo in small club Subway Train Very loud classical music Tami screaming at Adrian about deadlines Loudest parts at a rock concert CAUTION AVIS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS ENLEVER LE COUVERCLE. AUCUN ENTRETIEN DE PIECES INTERIEURES PAR L'USAGER. CONFIER L'ENTRETIEN AU PERSONNEL QUALIFIE. AVIS: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION, N'EXPOSEZ PAS CET ARTICLE A LA PLUIE OU A L'HUMIDITE The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. Le symbole clair avec point de fl che l'int rieur d'un triangle quilat ral est utilis pour alerter l'utilisateur de la pr sence l'int rieur du coffret de "voltage dangereux" non isol d'ampleur suffisante pour constituer un risque d' l ctrocution. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Le point d'exclamation l'int rieur d'un triangle quilat ral est employ pour alerter les utilisateurs de la pr sence d'instructions importantes pour le fonctionnement et l'entretien (service) dans le livret d'instruction accompagnant l'appareil. WARNING -- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. 2 ONYX 80 SERIES Table of Contents Introduction................................................................................................................4 Getting Started..........................................................................................................5 Zero the Controls .......................................................................................................................................5 Connections.................................................................................................................................................5 Set the Levels ..............................................................................................................................................5 Instant Mixing.............................................................................................................................................5 Owner's Manual Hookup Diagrams......................................................................................................6 Onyx 80 Series Features ........................................................................................10 Channel Strips...........................................................................................................................................10 Auxiliary Section......................................................................................................................................14 Group Section ...........................................................................................................................................16 Metering, Matrix, and Power LEDs......................................................................................................17 TALKBACK Section, MUTE GROUPS, and MONO OUT..................................................................19 MAIN MIX and PHONES/MONITOR Section .................................................................................20 Rear Panel...................................................................................................................................................21 Appendix A: Service Information........................................................................25 Warranty Service......................................................................................................................................25 Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................25 Repair ......................................................................................................................................................... 26 Appendix B: Connections ......................................................................................27 Appendix C: Technical Info .................................................................................. 30 Onyx 80 Series Specifications ............................................................................................................. 30 Onyx 80 Series Dimensions...................................................................................................................32 Onyx 80 Series Block Diagram.............................................................................................................33 Onyx 80 Series Gain Structure Diagram............................................................................................34 Onyx 80 Series Limited Warranty ......................................................................35 Don't forget to visit our website at www.mackie.com for more information about this and other Mackie products. Part No. 0012749-00 Rev. A 1/05 ©2005 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved. Owner's Manual 3 ONYX 80 SERIES Introduction Thank you for choosing a Mackie Onyx 80 Series professional live mixing console. The Onyx 80 Series of mixers feature all-new analog circuitry and the latest technologies for live sound reinforcement in a durable, road-worthy package. The Onyx 80 Series mixing consoles come in four sizes: the 24-channel Onyx 2480, 32-channel Onyx 3280, 40-channel Onyx 4080, and the flagship 48-channel Onyx 4880. The master section and channel strip configuration are the same for all four models, the only difference being number of channels. The Onyx 80 Series consoles are equipped with our new premium precision-engineered studio-grade Onyx mic preamps. Mackie is renowned for the high-quality mic preamps used in our mixers, and the Onyx mic pre's are better than ever, with specifications rivaling expensive stand-alone mic preamplifiers. Each mono channel strip features an individual phantom power switch, low-cut filter, polarity switch, pre-EQ channel insert, and an all new four-band EQ design with sweepable mids and EQ bypass switch. All mono channels have eight Aux sends with a stereolink function (can provide up to four IEM mixes), Pan, Mute and Mute Group assign, PFL Solo, 100 mm Fader, Group and Main Mix assign, and four signal-level indicators. In addition, balanced direct outputs are provided on DB-25 connectors (eight channels per connector) for multitrack recording. The master section features eight stereo Aux inputs, eight Master Aux sends, eight Group Masters, an Aux/ Group Flip function, a 10x2 Matrix, a Phones/Monitor section, and a Talkback section with routing switches that allow you to communicate through the Aux Sends, Group outputs, or the L/R mix. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL We know that many of you can't wait to get your new mixing console hooked up, and you're probably not going to read the manual first (sigh!). So the next section is a Quick-Start Guide to help you get the mixer set up fast so you can start using it right away. Right after that are the ever popular hook-up diagrams that show typical mixer setups for live sound, recording and mixdown. Then, when you have time, read the Features Description section. This describes every knob, button, and connection point on the Onyx 80 Series, roughly following the signal flow through the mixer. Throughout this section you'll find illustrations with each feature numbered. If you want to know more about a feature, simply locate it on the appropriate illustration, notice the number attached to it, and find that number in the nearby paragraphs. This icon marks information that is critically important or unique to the Onyx 80 Series. For your own good, read them and remember them. They will be on the final test. This icon leads you to in-depth explanations of features and practical tips. While not mandatory, they usually have some valuable nugget of information. A PLUG FOR THE CONNECTOR SECTION Appendix B is a section on connectors: XLR connectors, balanced connectors, unbalanced connectors, and special hybrid connectors. More resources on our website at www.mackie.com. THE GLOSSARY: A Haven of Non-Techiness for the Neophyte The "Glossary of Terms" is a fairly comprehensive dictionary of pro-audio terms. If terms like "clipping," "noise floor," or "unbal ...