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INPUT
INPUT SOURCE SELECT
OL
8
0
4
8
DAW
24
MIX
0 =
+
4dBu
PHONES
1
STUDIO OUTS
MAX
O O
INPUT SOURCE(S)
2
PHONES MIX INPUT
MAX
O O
2-TRACK
2-TRACK
PHONO
A
B
STUDIO OUTS
PHONES/
SOURCE
MAX
O O
OFF
LEVEL
ON
Operation Guide
MIC
O O
MAX
VOLUME
MONO
MUTE
POWER
POWER
MONITOR SELECT
A
B
TALKBACK
DIM
MAX
O O
TO
2-TRACKS
LEVEL
STUDIO COMMAND SYSTEM
C
TO
PHONES/
STUDIO
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Summary of Contents for Mackie Big Knob Studio Command System
- Page 1 INPUT INPUT SOURCE SELECT 2-TRACK 4dBu PHONES PHONES/ STUDIO OUTS SOURCE INPUT SOURCE(S) PHONES MIX INPUT Operation Guide 2-TRACK PHONO STUDIO OUTS VOLUME MONO MUTE LEVEL POWER POWER MONITOR SELECT TALKBACK 2-TRACKS LEVEL STUDIO COMMAND SYSTEM PHONES/ STUDIO...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
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 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Big Knob Block Diagram ..18 Big Knob Limited Warranty ...19 Please write your serial number here for future reference (i.e., insurance claims, tech support, return authorization, etc.) Purchased at: Date of purchase: Part No. SW0581 Rev. E 04/09 ©2004-2009 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved. Don’t forget to visit our website at www.mackie.com for more information about this and other Mackie products. Operation Guide... -
Page 4: Introduction
Visit our website (www.mackie.com) to learn more about these prod- ucts and the solutions to your audio and recording needs that Mackie has to offer, or pick up a catalog at your nearest Mackie dealer. 2-TRACK 2-TRACK... -
Page 5: Set The Levels
3. Connect the MONITOR A output jacks rear panel of Big Knob to a pair of active studio monitors (or the inputs of an amplifier that is powering a pair of passive studio monitors). These will be located at your mixing position. If you know whether the inputs to the active studio monitors (or amplifier) accept a –10 dBV (consumer) or +4 dBu input level, set the trim... -
Page 6: Hookup
–10 dB position (pushed in). If it is, switch it to the +4 position. This will provide a stronger signal to send to your DAW. MONITOR B Mackie HR824 or other MONITOR C Active Studio Monitors Powered... -
Page 7: Big Knob Features
Big Knob Features Front Panel INPUT SOURCE SELECT Section These buttons turn on or off the four input signals connected to Big Knob. Any combination of the four inputs can be turned on at the same time, as indi- cated by the red LEDs above the buttons. When selected, these input sources are routed to the MONITOR A, B, and C stereo outputs, the 2-TRACK A and 2-TRACK B stereo outputs, the DAW stereo... -
Page 8: Power Led
Pressing this button turns down the signal going to the MONITOR A, B, and C outputs by 20 dB. This lets you turn down the speakers to converse with- out affecting the speaker level you have set. Note: Like the Big Knob VOLUME control, the MONO, MUTE, and DIM buttons ONLY affect the MONITOR A, B, and C outputs. -
Page 9: Talkback Level
When the button is down (PHONES MIX INPUT), the STUDIO/PHONES outputs are fed the signal from the DAW PHONES MIX INPUT rear panel. In this position, the recording engineer listens to the “real” mix coming from the DAW (DAW MIX INPUT), but the talent can listen to an alternate and specialized mix coming from the DAW (DAW PHONES MIX INPUT). - Page 10 2-TRACK A Level Switch This two-position switch sets the input level of the 2-TRACK A inputs to either +4 dB (balanced input) or –10 dB (unbalanced input). Use the +4 dB setting for professional equipment operating at the +4 dBu standard, and use the –10 dB setting for consumer equipment operating at the –10 dBV standard.
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Page 11: Talkback Footswitch
For example, the DAW’s 1-2 outputs can send the main mix to the DAW MIX inputs on Big Knob, and the DAW’s 3-4 outputs can send a custom head- phone mix to the DAW PHONES MIX INPUT. You can then use the PHONES/STUDIO OUTS SOURCE button to select the mix for the PHONES and STUDIO OUTS DAW PHONES MIX Level Switch... - Page 12 PHONES AMP and STUDIO OUT The PHONES AMP and STUDIO OUTS have the option of being fed signal by the currently selected INPUT SOURCE SELECT buttons (thus mirroring the mix being heard by the engineer) or the signal connected to the DAW PHONES MIX INPUT con- nectors (thus providing a separate unique monitor- ing mix for the talent).
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Page 13: Appendix A: Service Information
Appendix A: Service Information Warranty Service If you think your Mackie product has a problem, please check out the following troubleshooting tips and do your best to confirm the problem. Visit the Support section of our website (www.mackie.com/ support) where you will find lots of useful informa- tion such as FAQs and other documentation. -
Page 14: Repair
To locate your nearest service center, visit www.mackie.com, click “Support” and select “Locate a Service Center.” Service for Mackie products living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors. If you do not have access to our website, you can... -
Page 15: Appendix B: Connections
Appendix B: Connections 1/4" TRS Phone Plugs and Jacks “TRS” stands for Tip-Ring-Sleeve, the three connec- tion points available on a stereo 1/4" or balanced phone jack or plug. TRS jacks and plugs are used for balanced signals and stereo headphones: Balanced Mono RING SLEEVE 1/4" TRS Balanced Mono Wiring: Sleeve = Shield Tip = Hot (+) Ring = Cold (–) -
Page 16: Appendix C: Technical Info
Appendix C: Technical Info Big Knob Specifications Frequency Response Line-level Inputs and Outputs +0, –1 dB, 10 Hz to 50 kHz +0, –3 dB, 5 Hz to 100 kHz RIAA Equalization Deviation (Phono Input) ± 0.5 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz Distortion (THD & IMD) Line-level Inputs to Line-level Outputs (unity gain) >... - Page 17 Therefore, we reserve the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. “Mackie.”, “Big Knob,” and the “Running Man” are registered trademarks of LOUD Technologies Inc. All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders, and are hereby acknowledged.
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Page 18: Big Knob Block Diagram
Big Knob Block Diagram BIG KNOB... -
Page 19: Big Knob Limited Warranty
The Product Warranty will not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser of the product (hereinafter, “Customer,” “you” or “your”). For products purchased outside the U.S. or Canada, please visit www.mackie.com/warranty to find contact information for your local distributor, and information on any warranty coverage provided by the distributor in your local market. - Page 20 16220 Wood-Red Road NE • Woodinville, WA 98072 • USA US and Canada: 800.898.3211 Europe, Asia, Central and South America: 425.487.4333 Middle East and Africa: 31.20.654.4000 Fax: 425.487.4337 • www.mackie.com E-mail: sales@mackie.com...
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