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DX8 Digital Audio Mixer/
Signal Processor
with Automixing
Instruction Manual
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8. Power Sources — Connect the DX8 to a power supply only of the type described in these operation instructions or as marked on the rear panel. If using an external DC power CAUTION AVIS supply or battery pack, be sure the voltage corresponds to the range indicated on the rear RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN panel, and that it is connected with the correct polarity. RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE 9. Power Cord Protection — Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked NE PA
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2. INTRODUCTION and 4-Switch (DX-SW4) versions and may be The DX8 is a DSP-based digital audio mixer and combined in any configuration. signal processor designed for use in a variety of The DX8 is supplied with PC software that installations such as churches, courtrooms, allows access to all of the system’s settings and convention centers, and hotels. It provides eight configurations. The software offers access to the universal inputs and two balanced outputs allowing Automixing controls, two 1/
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N N N N N N N N I I I I I I I I A A A A A A A A G G G G G G G G FRONT PANEL FEATURES INPUT UP/DOWN BUTTONS EQ LED DISPLAY Use these buttons to adjust the mix level for each When an EQ UP/DOWN button is pressed, the EQ input channel. meter indicates the amount of boost or cut of the LO and HI frequencies in decibels (±15 dB). INPUT LED DISPLAY When both "0" LEDs are lit, the gain is set to unity This indicates the signal level after the mic preamp (flat response). stage, just after the A/D conver
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N N I A G REAR PANEL FEATURES MODE This switch changes the front panel operation INPUTS 1-8 between Bus A and Bus B operation. In addition, Each of the eight analog inputs has separate the LOCK position disables the front panel controls balanced mic and line input connectors that use to prevent unauthorized changes to the settings. A Mackie’s acclaimed XDR mic preamps. These are 3- security code must be entered to enable the front pin Phoenix-type connectors. Use either the MIC or panel controls
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N N N N N N N N I I I I I I I I A A A A A A A A G G G G G G G G remote controls can be connected to each other in RECORD Out a daisy-chain fashion to extend the remote control These RCA connectors supply unbalanced line-level functionality of the DX8. signals from the BUS A and BUS B outputs. Use these outputs to connect to the inputs of a COMM PORT recorder, or as additional line-level outputs to This is identical to the COMM PORT on the front connect to an external power amplifier. The signals
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3. INSTALLATION APPLICATION DIAGRAMS DX8 – 7 N N N N N N N N I I I I I I I I A A A A A A A A G G G G G G G G Jukebox Laptop with DX8-PC Application Remote Controls –10 – 8 – 6 – 3 0 – 5 – 10 – 15 CD Player Cassette or DAT Recorder – 20 – 25 – 30 – 40 Microphone 1 2345678 SERIAL NUMBER MANUFACTURING DATE DX8 DIGITAL MIXER DIRECT OUTPUTS U U U U U U U U U U THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS OR REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGNS INC "MACKIE", 12 INPUTS 1 +5V G + – "MACKIE INDUSTRIAL", AND THE "RU
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DX8 – 8 N N N N N N N N I I I I I I I I A A A A A A A A G G G G G G G G Priority Mic Control Switch to Logic Input Priority Enable CD Player Cassette or DAT Recorder Digital Satellite Service Paging Mic –+ 24VDC Power Supply 1 2345678 SERIAL NUMBER MANUFACTURING DATE DX8 DIGITAL MIXER DIRECT OUTPUTS U U U U U U U U U U THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS OR REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGNS INC "MACKIE", "MACKIE INDUSTRIAL", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE 12 INPUTS 1 +5V G + – CONCEIVED, DESIGNED
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N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G Drum Mics Vocals Laptop with DX8-PC Application Vocals Vocals Wireless Microphone Receiver for Lead Vocalist Digital Multitrack Recorder Optional Live Recording 1 2345678 SERIAL NUMBER MANUFACTURING DATE DX8 DIGITAL MIXER DIRECT OUTPUTS U U U U U U U U U U THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS OR REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGNS INC "MACKIE", 12 INPUTS 1 +5V + "MACKIE I
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DX8 – 10 N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G Table Microphones Priority Mic Control Switch to Logic Input Priority Enable Podium Mic 1 2345678 SERIAL NUMBER MANUFACTURING DATE DX8 DIGITAL MIXER DIRECT OUTPUTS U U U U U U U U U U THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS OR REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGNS INC "MACKIE", "MACKIE INDUSTRIAL", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE 12 INPUTS 1 +5V G + – CONCEIVED, DESIGNED,
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Application Diagrams A: Typical Stereo Application A cassette deck is connected to the RECORD This diagram depicts a simple setup, using the output jacks for recording the service. DX8 in a stereo application. A microphone is The A OUTPUT is connected to a stereo power connected to the MIC input on channel 1 for paging amplifier configured for mono operation that drives purposes, and several program sources are connected a pair of loudspeakers that cover the sanctuary. to the LINE inputs on chan
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Connections Connecting Balanced Sources Connecting Unbalanced Sources Use high-quality three-conductor cable for It may be necessary to connect a 2-conductor balanced connections, such as Star Quad by unbalanced input to a balanced input on the DX8. Belden, Canare, Mogami, etc. The better the shield, the better the audio signal is protected from To connect an unbalanced line-level signal: induced EMI and RFI. Follow the instructions for connecting a balanced Note: With screw-down connectors, it'
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Strip the wire back about 1/4" inch, insert the active, the output is 0 VDC. The logic outputs can wire as far as it will go into the appropriate hole in supply up to 10 mA of current each. the supplied Phoenix-type connector, and tighten down the screw with a small slot-head screwdriver. LOGIC OUT It is recommended that you use 20 or 22 gauge 13 25 GROUND wire with the Phoenix-type connectors. The N/C LOGIC OUT 10 OUTPUT connectors are wired as follows: LOGIC OUT 9 LOGIC OUT 8 Pin 1 = Ground (S
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4. OPERATION Quick Start Set the Levels MIC and LINE Input Trim The analog trim controls on the rear panel are Reading the instruction manual is the only way not adjustable via the control software since these to fully understand the features and functions of the are in the analog domain, prior to the A/D converters. DX8. However, the Quick Start provides a quick To adjust the MIC and LINE TRIM controls: overview to get the DX8 set up and working fast. 1. Start the program source playback for In
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Using Inputs 1-8 Connect the microphones or program sources to Bus A and B Input Trim Inputs 1-8. Examples of program sources include a There is no metering after the BUS A and B input CD player, tape deck, tuner, satellite feed, TV audio, TRIM controls. These controls must be adjusted by jukebox, or other audio source. Each input has a ear. Start the program source playback for all separate Phoenix-type connector for a mic or line- sources connected to the BUS A or BUS B input. level input. Slo
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on/off. Each of the four buttons controls a single DIRECT OUTPUTS function and its associated LED displays the current state of the function. The DIRECT OUTPUTS provide an unbalanced Refer to Appendix C for a list of the predefined line-level signal from each of the 8 Input channels. functions available for the Selection Remote Control. This signal comes from the output of the preamplifier stage on each input channel, prior to the A/D DX-RVC Level Remote (2-Button/12-LED) converter and subsequen
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The logic functions assigned to each individual When activated as a latching function, the logic input and output are configured using the DX8- preset state is recalled when the logic input goes PC application. In addition, each logic input and from inactive to active. See “Presets” on pages output can be assigned a descriptive name (up to 22 and 29 for more information about the preset 32 characters) for easier identification within the recall function. PC application. Note: Logic I/O functions
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The Lock Code is set using the DX8-PC Upgrading the Software application (see page 20, "Set Lock Code"). To unlock the DX8 from the front panel, press the From time to time, Mackie Designs will release bottom "Down" buttons on the front panel in the upgrades for the internal operating software in the correct numerical sequence, according to the DX8. This can be downloaded from our website following chart: (www.mackie.com) to a PC-compatible computer. Use the serial port on the computer to connec
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The graphical user interface is divided into four Overview sections: 1. Menu Bar The DX8-PC software application provides real- 2. Indicators and Presets time control and configuration editing for the DX8 3. Buttons using a laptop or other PC-compatible computer. 4. Input/Output In addition to input and output level control and output EQ gain control, which is available on the Caution: To adjust a fader, click on the fader knob front panel, the DX8-PC application provides control to select it. C
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To save a configuration file: Advanced 1. Click Select File in the Configuration File window. 2. Browse to the location where you want to save the file in the Select Configuration File window. 3. Enter a new name in the File Name box and click Open. ← 4. Click PC DX8 to save all the current settings of the DX8 to the PC. The Status box will indicate if the file was successfully saved to the selected location. DX8 Unit Info To open a configuration file: This opens a dialog box that contains the
