Mackie DL-806, 1608 User Manual

DL806 and DL1608 Owner’s Manual

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water.

Clean only with a dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

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.

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 power-supply 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 apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no object ﬁlled with

liquids, such as vases or beer glasses, shall be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO NOT OPEN!

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO

NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

The lightning ﬂash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the prescence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure, that may be of signiﬁcant magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the prescence of important operating and maintaining (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Laite on liitettävä suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan.

Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt.

Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag.

PORTABLE CART

WARNING

16.

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of ﬁre or

electric shock.

17.

The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, so the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

18. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Changes or modiﬁcations to this device not expressly approved by LOUD

Technologies Inc. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.

19. This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is applicable)

for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as regulations of the Canadian Department

ATTENTION

20.

According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these permissible limits could result in

—

sant 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.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépas-

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.

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 90 Duo in small club 6 92 4 95 Subway Train 3 97 2 100 Very loud classical music

1.5 102 1 105 Ben screaming at Troy about deadlines

0.5 110

0.25 or less 115 Loudest parts at a rock concert

Sound Level dBA, Slow Response

of Communications.

set out in the radio interference

Typical Example

limits

WARNING — To reduce the risk of ﬁre or electric shock,

do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Correct Disposal of this product: This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive

(2012/19/EU) and your national law. This product should be handed over to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city ofﬁce, waste authority, or your household waste disposal service.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................... 2

Table Of Contents .......................................................................................................................... 3

Chapter 1 : Welcome ...................................................................................................................... 4

Chapter 2 : Mixer Hardware – DL Series : Front Panel ................................................................. 5

Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 5

iPad Dock Connector ................................................................................................................................... 5

iPad Tray and Tray Inserts ........................................................................................................................... 6

PadLock™ .................................................................................................................................................... 10

Front Panel Introduction........................................................................................................................... 11

Gain Knobs ................................................................................................................................................. 11

Sig / OL LEDs .............................................................................................................................................. 11

Phones Output Jack................................................................................................................................... 12

Phones Knob .............................................................................................................................................. 12

Chapter 3 : Mixer Hardware – DL Series : Rear Panel ................................................................ 13

Rear Panel Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 13

Power Connector ....................................................................................................................................... 13

Power Switch / Power LED ......................................................................................................................... 14

Phantom Power Switch ............................................................................................................................. 14

Phantom Power LED .................................................................................................................................. 15

XLR and 1/4” Inputs ................................................................................................................................... 15

L/R Main Outs ............................................................................................................................................. 16

Aux Sends ................................................................................................................................................... 16

Kensington Lock ........................................................................................................................................ 17

Network Connector ................................................................................................................................... 17

Force Update Button ................................................................................................................................. 18

Appendix A : Hookup Diagrams ................................................................................................. 19

Appendix B : Technical Information ........................................................................................... 25

Specications ............................................................................................................................................. 25

Dimensions ................................................................................................................................................ 29

Appendix C : Service Information .............................................................................................. 35

Appendix D : Glossary Of Terms ................................................................................................. 37

Warranty Statement / GPL Statement ........................................................................................ 45

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Chapter 1 : Welcome

Hello everyone! This is the DL806 and DL1608 Owner’s Manual...we hope you like it!

Instead of one massive document containing detailed information about the hardware and software, we have divided them into separate manuals. Simply decide if you need assistance with the hardware or software and dive on in. The water here is warm and crystal clear.

The following pages describe the hardware side of things and should remain relatively unchanged throughout the life of your product. The software, though, is another story. The Master Fader app is always being updated...even right now this very minute! This means frequent updates to the Reference Guide, rmware and more. With each major release comes an updated Reference Guide.

So there you have it. Again, we hope you like it. If you have any questions or comments about this Owner’s Manual, please contact us at: www.mackie.com/support

About This Guide

This guide is designed to be accessible, with subsections as complete as practical to minimize having to electronically leaf back and forth looking for the whole story. This guide provides the following resources:

• A general overview of the DL806 and DL1608’s facilities and features.

• Dissection-by-dissection description of each input and output.

• Hookup diagrams depicting some of the more common setups.

As the saying goes, “a picture tells a 1000 words”. With that thought in mind, we added quite a few illustrations, screen shots and other images throughout to accompany the text.

This icon marks information that is critically important or unique! For your own good, read and remember them...it is a good idea to pay special attention to these areas in the Owner’s Manual marked with the “VERY IMPORTANT” hand icon.

There’s an illustration of a microscope, so, of course, you’re going to get more detailed information when you see this little guy. There are explanations of features and practical tips listed here.

It’s a good idea to pay attention to text displayed next to a note icon, as this icon draws attention to certain features and functions relating to the usage of the mixer.

This seems like as good a place as any to have our rst note together (and I will cherish this moment forever)! Whether you have a DL806 or a DL1608 mixer, this is THE place to be! This Owner’s Manual covers the hardware of both mixers. The dierences between the two are noted throughout. If not specically noted, operation is the same for both mixers.

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Chapter 2 : Mixer Hardware – DL Series : Front Panel

Introduction

We’re going to start things o with a look at the front panel of the mixer: its features, how and where to make connections and signal ow. Let’s kick o our front panel hardware discussion with the iPad dock connector.

iPad Dock Connector

On the far left of the mixer (outlined by the vertical green rectangle below) is the iPad dock connector. DL series mixers with Lightning dock support wired control from iPad (4th generation), iPad mini, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3 and iPad mini 4 (requires optional iPad mini tray accessory) and iPad Air and iPad Air 2 (requires optional iPad Air tray accessory). DL series mixers with 30-pin dock support wired control from iPad 2 and iPad (3rd generation).

If using an iPad 2, iPad (3rd generation) or iPad (4th generation), slide the iPad right to left, face up, home button on the left until it mates with the iPad dock connector. If using a mini iPad or iPad Air, the tray insert will need to be removed rst. See the next three pages which explain the iPad tray and tray inserts.

This connection serves multiple purposes. For one, recording and playback are possible when an iPad is connected to the mixer. [Recording and playback are detailed in the Master Fader Reference Guide]. For another, as long as the mixer is plugged in and turned on, the iPad will charge. And most importantly, Master Fader works sans wireless router when docked. Plus, it just looks cool when the two are married together, connected as one. Perfection. Bliss. Do it and you’ll see what we mean.

30-pin Dock Connector Lightning Dock Connector

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iPad Tray and Tray Inserts

The largest area on the mixer is the iPad tray with the dock to its left. The iPad tray is a part of the DL Series mixer and cannot be removed. The iPad slides into the tray and mates with the dock connector on the mixer. One of the really cool things about these mixers is that it seamlessly transitions from wired to wireless operation. Therefore, the tray is highly-durable to withstand repetitive insertion and removal of an iPad. It does this by using a tray and insert design.

It needs to not only accommodate the current iPad designs, but also be ready for future variations. Tray inserts are added to t the iPad 2, iPad (3rd generation), iPad (4th generation), iPad mini, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 4, iPad Air and iPad Air 2. The amazing t is achieved by utilizing two center rails and curved supports on the sides. There are also two guides above the iPad creating the perfect alignment needed for docking.

The result is that all current iPad versions are supported. Additionally, it is ready for any new iPad design with just the addition of a new tray insert. Having said that, we can’t predict the future; if we could we would all be retired zillionaires, traveling the world over. We do our best to plan for all possiblities, but there are no guarantees.

DL Series mixers come equipped with a standard iPad tray insert already installed and screwed down. The following is a list of all current iPad models and what insert (if any) is needed to dock it:

iPad 2, iPad (3rd generation), iPad (4th generation) – standard tray insert (included with mixer).

iPad mini, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 4 – iPad mini tray insert (sold separately). The included iPad tray insert needs to removed and replaced with an iPad mini tray insert. [See directions on the next page].

iPad Air and iPad Air 2 – iPad Air tray insert (sold separately). The included iPad tray insert needs to removed and replaced with an iPad Air tray insert. [See directions on page 9].

The tray insert is not necessarily dependent on what type of connector the iPad has. In other words, while an iPad 2 and iPad (3rd generation) [both 30-pin connectors] and iPad (4th generation) [Lightning connector] have dierent connectors, all three models require the included standard tray insert. Having said that, all iPad minis and iPad Airs have a Lightning connector and require that the included tray insert be removed and replaced with a tray insert for that model.

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With dierent dimensions than the other iPads, the iPad mini, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3 and iPad mini 4 don’t t the included iPad tray...it’s too small! Don’t fret, though; we’ve got you covered. As mentioned on the previous page, an iPad mini may be docked to a DL Series mixer with a Lightning connector, but it requires a mini tray insert (sold separately).

Here’s how to install the iPad mini tray:

(1) remove the four screws from the mixer, as seen in the illustration below.

(2) If applicable, slide the tray insert out from the mixer and SAVE IT SOMEWHERE SAFE! Should you decide to dock an iPad 2, iPad (3rd generation), or iPad (4th generation) to the mixer, the tray will be necessary.

(3) place the iPad mini tray insert on top of the mixer, making sure to line up the sides and the screw holes.

(4) put the screws back into the mixer from where you just removed them (as displayed below) to hold the iPad mini tray insert into place.

(5) for the complete iPad mini tray kit installation instructions, click here!

iPad mini tray kit

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The iPad Air and iPad Air 2 also do not t the included iPad tray. Again, though; we’ve got you covered. As mentioned two pages ago, an iPad Air may be docked to a DL Series mixer with a Lightning connector, but it requires an Air tray insert (sold separately).

Here’s how to install the iPad Air tray:

(1) remove the four screws from the mixer, as seen in the illustration on the previous page.

(3) slide the iPad Air tray right to left, making sure to line up the sides and the screw holes (Figure A below).

(4) put the screws back into the mixer from where you just removed them to hold the iPad Air tray insert into place (Figure B below).

(5) for the complete iPad Air tray kit installation instructions, click here!

iPad Air tray kit

Figure A

Figure B

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If you had been mixing with an iPad mini, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 4, iPad Air or iPad Air 2, but would rather use an iPad 2, iPad (3rd generation) or iPad (4th generation), the included iPad tray will need to be reinstalled. The iPad tray insert only needs to be reinstalled if you are mixing with the iPad 2, iPad (3rd generation) or iPad (4th generation). Here’s how to reinstall the iPad tray:

(1) remove the four screws from the mixer, numbered 1 to 4 in the illustration below.

(2) remove the iPad mini (or iPad Air) tray insert (if applicable).

(3) slide the included standard tray insert into the mixer as displayed below.

(4) put the screws back into the mixer from where you just removed them to hold the tray insert into place.

Tray

Tray Insert

The iPad tray insert doesn’t need to be locked down If switching regularly between iPads. Instead, hand-tighten the screws to the mixer before sliding the tray insert back in. they can’t get lost and you’re still able to slide the tray insert in and out as needed.

This way

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PadLock™

Also included with the mixer is a PadLock. This is used to lock the iPad into place on the mixer. One might use this for xed installs where a dedicated iPad is used and (Pad)locked to the mixer. Or leave the PadLock o so the iPad may be conveniently transferred in and out of the mixer.

After docking the iPad (not shown), the PadLock needs to be attached by moving it right to left [horizontal green arrows], NOT downward. This ensures that the foam compresses against the iPad and holds it solidly in place. Then hand-tighten each of the two security screws down [vertical green dotted lines] using the supplied wrench.

While the PadLock provides some level of security, it is NOT foolproof or guaranteed protection. LOUD Technologies Inc. is not responsible for the loss, theft, damage or destruction of your DL Series mixer or iPad whether a PadLock has been used or not.

Front Panel Introduction

Each DL1608 mixer is outtted with 16 gain knobs, 16 sig / OL LEDs, one phones output jack and one phones knob. Each DL806 mixer is outtted with eight gain knobs, eight sig / OL LEDs, one phones output jack and one phones knob. Let’s take a look at each of these features, starting with the gain knobs.

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DL1608 Front Panel

Gain Knobs

The gain knobs adjust the input sensitivity of the mic and mic/line inputs. This allows signals from the outside world to be adjusted to run through each channel at optimal internal operating levels. channels 13-16 The gain knobs are analog controls, and are therefore NOT recallable.

If a balanced mic or line-level signal is connected to any channel, there is 0 dB of gain with the knob fully down, ramping up to 60 dB of gain fully up.

If a 1/4" line-level signal is connected, there is 20 dB of attenuation with the knob fully down and 40 dB of gain fully up, with unity gain “U” at 10:00

This 20 dB of attenuation can be very handy when inserting a hot signal from a line-level source. Without this “virtual pad,” there is more chance of channel clipping.

Sig / OL LEDs

This dual-colored LED will illuminate green when the channel’s input signal is present, indicating signal. It will remain lit so long as there is signal above –20 dBu present in that channel.

All channels may accept a balanced mic or line-level signal using an XLR connector, while

[on the DL1608;

Because of the low-noise, high-headroom Onyx mic preamps, it is possible to use the mixer strictly as a wireless system and store the mixer away (in an equipment room, for example). Just make sure to LOWER the gain knobs a touch to gain extra headroom before clipping.

channels 5-8

on the DL806]

also accept 1/4" line-level signals.

This dual-colored LED will illuminate red when the channel’s input signal is too high, indicating a signal overload. This should be avoided, as distortion will occur. If the OL LED comes on regularly, check that the gain knob is set correctly for the input device. The signal is at –3 dB before hard clip begins.

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Phones Output Jack

This 1/4" TRS connector supplies the output to stereo headphones. The volume is controlled with the phones knob located right below the output jack.

The phones output follows standard conventions:

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Phones Knob

This knob is used to adjust the volume from the phones output jack, from o to maximum gain (max). The phones knob is an analog control, and is therefore NOT recallable.

a channel or doing anything new that may aect the headphone volume. Then turn it up slowly as you listen carefully.

TIPSLEEVE

SLEEVERING

RING

Tip = Left channel Ring = Right channel

TIP

RING

TIP

SLEEVE

Sleeve = Ground

Warning: The headphone amp is loud and could cause permanent hearing damage. Even intermediate levels may be painfully loud with some headphones. BE CAREFUL! Always turn the phones knob all the way down before connecting headphones, soloing

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Chapter 3 : Mixer Hardware – DL Series : Rear Panel

DL1608 Rear Panel

Barrel Connector

Locking Outer Ring

Rear Panel Introduction

The

Power

Block

Each DL Series mixer is outtted with a power connector, a power switch (and corresponding LED), a phantom power switch (and corresponding LED), L/R XLR main output jacks, a Kensington lock, a network connector and a force update button. In fact, the only functional dierence between the two is that the DL1608 has 16 input jacks and six aux sends jacks, whereas the DL806 has eight input jacks and four aux send jacks. Even though those numbers may vary slightly, their function is the same. Let’s take a look, shall we?

Power Connector

DL Series mixers have a universal external power supply that accepts any AC voltage ranging from 100 VAC to 240 VAC. No need for voltage select switches. It will work virtually anywhere in the world. That’s why we call it a “Planet Earth” power supply! It is less susceptible to voltage sags or spikes compared to conventional power supplies, and provides greater electromagnetic isolation and better protection against AC line noise.

An external 12V DC with the mixer. A locking barrel connector resides at the end of the cord attached to The Power Block. Attach it to the power connector on the mixer and rotate the outer ring clockwise to lock. Do not over-tighten! Screw until there is resistance, then stop. Connect the female end of the line cord to The Power Block and plug the male end into a live grounded AC outlet. An LED on The Power Block will illuminate green to indicate success (whether the mixer is powered on or not).

power supply [aka The Power Block] and a line cord are included

Warning: Disconnecting the plug’s ground pin is dangerous. Don’t do it!

In fact, it’s a bad idea to remove anything from (or add anything to) The Power Block or line cord. Again, don’t do it!

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Power Switch

DL806 Rear Panel

Press the top of this rocker switch in to turn the mixer on and mixer o.

As a general guide, the mixer should be turned on rst, before any external power ampliers or powered speakers. As such, it should also be turned o last. This will reduce the possibility of any turn-on or turn-o thumps in the PA.

Power LED

This LED will illuminate green when the mixer is turned on Block and line cord are connected correctly (to each other, the mixer and the AC outlet), the local AC mains supply is active and that the power switch is on.

Phantom Power Switch

Press the top of this rocker switch in if any microphone requires phantom power. (Always check the position of this switch before connecting microphones.) This is a global switch that aects all mic channels’ XLR jacks at once.

Most modern professional condenser mics require 48V phantom power which lets the mixer send low-current DC voltage to the mic’s electronics through the same wires that carry audio. (Semi-pro condenser mics often have batteries to accomplish the same thing.) “Phantom” owes its name to an ability to be “unseen” by dynamic mics [Shure SM57 / SM58, for example], which do not need external power and are not aected by it, anyway.

Press the bottom of this switch in to turn the phantom power o.

Never plug single-ended (unbalanced) or ribbon microphones into the mic input jacks when phantom power is on. Do not plug instrument outputs into the mic XLR input jacks with phantom power on unless you know for certain that it is safe to do. When phantom power is engaged, be sure that the master fader is down when connecting microphones to the mic inputs to prevent pops from getting through the PA.

press the bottom of this switch to turn the

. If it does not turn on, conrm that The Power

It is not a good idea to enable the phantom power unless it is actually needed. Line-level sources may be particularly unhappy when they are subjected to 48V phantom powering. Many musical instrument amps and keyboards with “direct outputs” t this description.

It takes approximately 15 seconds for the phantom power to shut o completely. Do not add or remove any inputs until the phantom power LED is completely o or mics could be ruined.

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