Mackie M-Caster Studio User guide

LIVE STREAMING MIXER

OWNER’S MANUAL

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 a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Minimum distance (5 cm) around the apparatus for sucient ventilation.
The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation
openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

9. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

10. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.

11. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.

12. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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.

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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.

16. Operating Temperature: 0˚–45˚ C // 32–3˚ F

17. RF Power: ≤20dBm (EIRP)

Bluetooth frequency range: 2400–2483.5 MHz
Bluetooth transmitter modulation: GFSK, π/4-DQPSK, 8-DPSK

18. This device complies with Part 5 of the FCC Rules [and contains license­exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science
and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS standard(s)].
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

() This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil
est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement
économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:

() L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et

(2) L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même
si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

If the product is subjected to static electrical interference,
it is necessary to manually restart the product which
is within the design scope of the product.

Laite on liitettävä suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan.

Apparatet stikprop skal tilsluttes en stikkontakt
med jord, som giver forbindelse til stikproppens jord.

19. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 5 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 o 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 dierent
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 Audio, LLC. could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment under FCC rules.

20.This apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference
regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Canada ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)

ATTENTION

— Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits
radioélectriques dépassant las limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de class B prescrites dans le réglement sur le brouillage
radioélectrique édicté par les ministere des communications du Canada.

21. This equipment complies with FCC and ISED radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should
be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20cm between
the radiator & your body.

22.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 suciently 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 90 Duo in small club
6 92

4 95 Subway Train
3 97

2 00 Very loud classical music
.5 02

 05 The roar of Snoqualmie Falls

0.5 0

0.25 or less 5 Loudest parts at a rock concert

Sound Level dBA,
Slow Response

Typical Example

Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt.

Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag.

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 (202/9/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 eective usage of natural resources. For more information about
where you can drop o your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city oce, waste authority, or your household waste disposal service.

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Contents

Owner’s Manual

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

Contents .......................................................3

Features ........................................................3

Introduction .................................................4

Getting Started ............................................4

Hookup Diagrams ........................................5

M•Caster STUDIO: Rear Panel Features ....7

Force Update Switch ....................................7

. Power Connector ......................................7

2. 48V Phantom Power Switch [XLR] ........7

3. XLR & /4" Combo Input Jack [Ch. ] .... 7

4. /8" Headset Output [Ch. ] ....................8

5. USB I/O [Ch. 2] ........................................8

6. /8" Line In Jack [Ch. 2] .........................9

7. /8" Smartphone Stereo Jack [Ch. 3] ....9

8. /8" Headphones Output Jack................9

9. /8" Speaker Output Jack .......................9

M•Caster STUDIO: Top Panel Features ....0

0. Volume Knobs .......................................0

. Input Selector Switches ....................... 0

2. ContourFX Control Knobs ...................0

3. StreamFX Control Knobs .....................0

4. Main Mix Volume Knob ........................0

5. Sample Buttons -4 ...............................

6. Sample Volume Knob ............................

7. Navigation Knob ....................................

8. Home Button .........................................

9. Menu Button ..........................................

20. TFT Display (aka MixViewer) ..............

M•Caster STUDIO: Settings ...................... 2

Utility ..........................................................8

Utility – Output Gain ......................... 8

Utility – Storage Mode ...................... 9

Utility – Firmware Update ............... 20

Utility – Factory Reset ..................... 20

Utility – Gamer’s Paradise ................ 2

Appendix A: Service Information ............. 22

Appendix B: Technical Information ......... 23

M•Caster STUDIO Dimensions ................ 23

Limited Warranty .......................................24

Features

Pristine sound quality and unmatched flexibility

in a sleek, compact design

Use your favorite mic plus a headset, media player

and more

Pick the perfect vocal sound with selectable

ContourFX Presets

StreamFX makes it easy to add the finishing touch

with tons of fun voice-changing eects to choose from

USB connectivity allows for use as an audio

interface on a Mac/PC

Bluetooth® connectivity allows for remote call-in

support or music playback

Introduction ...............................................2

Main Menu .................................................2

Contour .......................................................2

FX ................................................................ 2

Bluetooth .................................................... 3

Sampler ......................................................4

Sampler – Record ..............................4

Sampler – Assign ..............................5

Sampler – Clear .................................5

Sampler – Mode ................................6

Sampler – Colors ...............................7

Lighting ....................................................... 7

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Connect directly to your smartphone’s headphone

jack to both send and receive audio

View levels, settings, and more via the built-in

MixViewer color display

The built-in Sampler allows you to transfer

and store audio files directly on M•Caster
Studio and trigger them via 4 dedicated buttons

RGB LED strip with a whole rainbow of user-selectable

colors. You can even have it cycle through all the colors
automatically.

Included accessories

• USB Cable

• Power Supply

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Introduction

Getting Started

M•Caster Studio is a powerful, compact
Live Streaming Production Studio for streaming
on mobile devices, laptops, and in the studio.

Plug in your mic, sweeten your sound
with ContourFX and StreamFX, then stream
in minutes. With ContourFX, your voice will reach
new heights with studio-quality sound-shaping
and enhancements. And with StreamFX, you
can add fun voice-changing eects.

M•Caster Studio is also packed with features
like dedicated headset and media player inputs,
a built-in 4-pad sampler with 3GB of internal storage,
USB connectivity, and user-selectable RGB lighting
that looks amazing in any streaming setup.

The built-in MixViewer color display makes
adjustments and configuration a snap. And with
Bluetooth®, M•Caster Studio may be utilized
for call-in support or music playback via phone,
tablet, or computer. Automatic mix minus ensures
that remote guests only hear you on their end.

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From streaming to podcasting, get pristine
audio just about anywhere with M•Caster Studio.
Your followers will thank you.

We realize that you can’t wait to hook up your
M•Caster Studio and try it out. Nevertheless, please
take the time to read this page NOW, and the rest
can wait until you’re good and ready.

. Turn down all knobs.

2. Push the included line cord securely into

the M•Caster Studio’s power connector
and plug the other end into an AC outlet.

3. Connect to headphones and/or to speakers.

4. Plug signal sources into the M•Caster Studio,

such as:

• Microphone plugged into the mic input.
(Engage phantom power if needed.)

• Line-level sources such as a keyboard, headset
and/or smartphone plugged into the line-level
inputs.

• Computer plugged into the USB-C jack.

• Smartphone paired and connected
via Bluetooth.

5. Confirm that the input selector switches

have the correct inputs selected.

6. Slowly raise the input and output volume

knobs to a comfortable listening level.

How to Use This Manual:

Afer this introduction, a getting started guide will

help you get things set up fast. The hookup diagrams
show some typical setups, while the remaining
sections provide details of the M•Caster Studio.

The bracketed numbers throughout the manual

references the number of each of the features;
go there if you seek additional information about
said feature.

This icon marks information that
is critically important or unique
to the M•Caster Studio. For your own
good (and our peace of mind), please
read and remember them. You will be
quizzed later.

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 M•Caster Studio.

7. Add EQ, FX, samples, contour shaping, downlit

accent color (and more) to taste.

If you desire a more thorough walk-through
of the M•Caster Studio, there is a wealth of information
in the following pages!

Things to Remember:

• Never listen to loud music for prolonged periods.

Please see the Safety Instructions on page 2
for information on hearing protection.

• Save the shipping boxes and packing materials!

You may need them someday.

• Save the sales receipt and original packaging

in case you ever need warranty service.

• Beep boop.

Please write the serial numbers here for future reference
(i.e., insurance claims, tech support, return authorization,
make dad proud, etc.)

Purchased at:

Date of purchase:

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Hookup Diagrams

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There are a number of use case scenarios for M•Caster Studio. Live streamers use their favorite device
(phone or tablet) as the connection to the streaming service, game streamers ofen stream-share live video
and their game screens over Twitch and other social plaforms and M•Caster Studio works well for podcasters
due to its portability (not to mention quality audio and fun eects).

In this example, a Mackie EM-89D microphone is connected to the channel  XLR mic input [#3].
The lef side of channel ’s input selector switch should be illuminated (blue). A computer is added
to the channel 2 USB connector [#5]. The right side of channel 2’s input selector switch should
be illuminated (green). Lastly, a phone is connected over Bluetooth for guests calling into the podcast/livestream.
The right side of channel 3’s input selector switch should be illuminated (blue) since connected via Bluetooth.

As shown above, a pair of Mackie’s MC-60BT headphones are connected to the M•Caster Studio’s /8" headphone
jack [#8].

Adjust the input [#0] and output [#4] volume of all three inputs until you are pleased with the results,
then start streaming, podcasting or whatever your heart desires!

Live-Streaming, Game-Streaming, Podcasting and More!

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It was mentioned on the previous page that there are a number of use case scenarios for M•Caster Studio.
With this example, we’ll take a look at some of the other inputs and outputs.

Here, a gaming headset is connected to the channel  /8" input [#4]. The right side of channel ’s input selector
switch should be illuminated [orange]. Then a phone is connected via the /8" TRRS connector [#7]. The lef
side of channel 3’s input selector switch should be illuminated (white) since using the /8" TRRS connector.

Adjust the input [#0] and output [#4] volume of the two inputs until you are pleased with the results,
then start streaming, podcasting or whatever your heart desires!

Live-Streaming, Game-Streaming, Podcasting and More!

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M•Caster STUDIO: Rear Panel Features

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Force Update Switch

The force update switch is conveniently located
right next to the power connector. In a perfect world,
this indented switch would just sit there without
a care in the world, umbrella drink in hand, beach,
surf and sun on a daily basis. In all likelihood,
this switch will live his / her dream out, while
the rest of us can only dream of such a life.

Here’s how to force an update: first, unplug
the M•Caster Studio. Now, with a bent paperclip,
poke the force update switch, then power up
the M•Caster Studio with the button depressed.

Now that you know how to force an update,
here’s a friendly reminder that you should

let the switch remain peaceful, calm
and tranquil, only forcing an update if instructed
to do so by Tech Support. Thank you for listening!

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M•Caster Studio does NOT power up
via the computer’s USB-C connection
(#5). That is a separate feature!

2. 48V Phantom Power Switch [Ch.  XLR]

Press this switch in if the Ch.  XLR microphone
requires phantom power. (Always check the position
of this switch before connecting microphones.).

When engaged, the mic icon located
in the upper-lef corner of the display
[#20] will illuminate yellow. Otherwise,
it remains gray when disengaged.

. Power Connector

M•Caster Studio has a universal power supply
that accepts any AC voltage ranging from 00 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.

Connect the power adapter connector of the power
supply to the M•Caster Studio and plug the other end
into an outlet.

Only use the factory-authorized power
supply that came with the M•Caster Studio.

You may notice a “pop” and some white
noise when engaging / disengaging
phantom power, especially when
the volume knobs [#0, #4]

are cranked. This disappears afer a few seconds.

3. XLR and /4" Combo Input Jack [Ch. ]

This is a female XLR connector that accepts
a balanced mic or line level input from almost
any type of source. The volume is controlled
with the volume knobs [#0, #4].

Professional ribbon, dynamic, and condenser
mics all sound excellent through this input.
The mic / line input will handle any kind of level
you can toss at them, without overloading.

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TIPSLEEVE

RING

SLEEVERING

TIPSLEEVE

SLEEVE

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4. /8" Headset Output [Ch. ]

They are wired as follows, according to standards

specified by the AES (Audio Engineering Society).

XLR Balanced Wiring:

Pin  = Shield (ground)
Pin 2 = Positive (+ or hot)
Pin 3 = Negative (– or cold)

SHIELD

HOT

1

3

COLD

1

3

2

SHIELD

COLD

HOT

In addition to accepting a balanced mic signal

using an XLR connector, this input channel may

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also accept a /4" line-level signal driven by balanced
or unbalanced sources.

To connect balanced lines to this input, use
a /4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve (TRS) plug. “TRS” stands
for Tip-Ring-Sleeve, the three connection points
available on a stereo /4" or balanced phone jack
or plug. TRS jacks and plugs are used for balanced
signals and are wired as follows:

This is a female /8" TRRS connector that accepts
the mic level signal of the TRRS and has a line-level
output for the headphones. A gaming headset should
be connected here. The volume is controlled with
the volume knobs [#0, #4].

Warning: The headset amp is loud
and could cause permanent hearing
damage. Even intermediate levels may

be painfully loud with some headsets.
BE CAREFUL! Always turn the volume knob
all the way down before connecting headsets.
Then turn it up slowly as you listen carefully.

While channel ’s XLR mic output supports
48V phantom power, this /8" mic output
does not. However, this output does add
an extra +5V of “plug-in power”.

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/4" TRS Balanced Mono Wiring:

Sleeve = Shield
Tip = Hot (+)
Ring = Cold (–)

TIP

RING
TIP

SLEEVE

To connect unbalanced lines to this input, use

a /4" mono (TS) phone plug, wired as follows:

/4" TS Unbalanced Mono Wiring:

Sleeve = Shield
Tip = Hot (+)

TIP

TIP

SLEEVE

5. USB I/O [Ch. 2]

This is an interface that allows audio to stream
to and from the M•Caster Studio via computer.
This is the connection to use when live-streaming over
computer via USB instead of live-streaming by phone.

This is the connection that may be used for gaming,
playing uploaded and/or downloaded streaming
content, playing music or just about any other sound
that is emitted to/from the computer. The volume
is controlled with the volume knobs [#0, #4].

Connect the USB-C side of a USB cable
(included in the packaging)to the M•Caster Studio
and the USB-A side to the computer’s USB port.

Don’t forget to change the input and output
to ‘M•Caster Studio’ via Settings on your computer.

M•Caster Studio’s USB connection is audio
only. It is not a source of power.

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6. /8" Line Input Jack [Ch. 2]

Connect a line-level signal to this input jack using
an unbalanced /8" TRS connector. This may be an
instrument connection, such as a sampler or keyboard
(or other), or perhaps a secondary portable source,
such as another smartphone, MP3 player or just about
any other line-level signal. The volume is controlled with
the volume knobs [#0, #4].

It is wired as follows, according to standards
specified by the AES (Audio Engineering Society):

Stereo /8" TRS

Sleeve = Shield (Ground)
Tip = Lef Channel
Ring = Right Channel

If connecting a device, keep in mind
that while the volume may be raised and
lowered via the M•Caster Studio volume
knobs, the volume of the device also

needs to be up.

8. /8" Headphones Output Jack

This /8" TRS connector supplies the output to stereo
earbuds, headphones or IEMs. The volume is controlled
with the main mix volume knob [#4].

The phones output is wired as follows, according
to standards specified by the AES (Audio Engineering
Society):

Stereo /8" TRS

Sleeve = Shield (Ground)
Tip = Lef Channel
Ring = Right Channel

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 volume knob all the way down before
connecting headphones. Then turn it up slowly as you
listen carefully.

7. /8" Smartphone Stereo Jack [Ch. 3]

This is the connection to use when live-streaming
via phone instead of computer via USB. Connect
a line-level signal from a smartphone (most likely),
MP3 player or other signal source to this jack using
an unbalanced /8" TRRS connector. The volume
is controlled with the volume knobs [#0, #4].

While the volume may be raised and lowered
via the M•Caster Studio volume knobs,
the volume of the device also needs to be up.

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9. /8" Speaker Output Jack

This /8" stereo output jack connects to the input
of powered monitors. The signal at this output
is a stereo mix of all the inputs.

It shouldn’t come as any surprise that we would
highly recommend any sized CR-X / CR-XBT monitors.
Check the Mackie website for more information!

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M•Caster STUDIO: Top Panel Features

0. Volume Knobs

These knobs adjust the level of each channel’s
relative volume and gain –
[#] – to the main mix [#4]. This allows signals
from the outside world to be adjusted to run through
each channel at optimal internal operating levels.
The volume levels range from – dB (o) to +0.0 dB
(max).

Lef knob = Ch.  (Combo input or headset)
Middle knob = Ch. 2 (Line input or computer/USB)
Right knob = Ch. 3 (Phone or Bluetooth)

. Input Selector Switches

These source switches determine which channel
inputs are active.

The activated channel  input may either be mic 
(combo input, lef side of Ch.  input selector switch
down) [#3] or mic 2 (/8" gaming headset, right side of

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Ch.  input selector switch down) [#4].

The activated channel 2 input may either be aux 
(/8" instrument / line input jack, lef side of Ch. 2
input selector switch down) [#6] or aux 2 (USB /
computer connection, right side of Ch. 2 input selector
switch down) [#5].

of the selected source(s)

3. StreamFX Control Knobs

These knobs increase and decrease the channel’s
FX intensity of the selected preset. The FX level ranges
from o (knob fully counter-clockwise) to max (knob
fully clockwise). These control knobs are post-volume
[#0] and post-ContourFX control knobs [#2].

While these knobs determine the FX
“intensity” level, the actual presets
are selected via the navigation knob [#7],
menu button [#9] and MixViewer [#20].

More information may be found on page 3.

4. Main Mix Volume Knob

This knob allows you to adjust the level of the signal
sent to the outputs, including the headphones [#8]
and gaming headset outputs [#4]. The volume levels
range from o (silent) to max (full volume).

Please note that when this knob is rotated, the output
level will be displayed horizontally across the top
of the MixViewer [#20].

The activated channel 3 input may either be aux 3
(/8" phone input jack, lef side of Ch. 3 input selector
switch down) [#7] or aux 4 (Bluetooth connection,
right side of Ch. 3 input selector switch down).

It’s a new school year, so these icons are color
coordinated with the input and output jacks on the rear
panel of the M•Caster Studio. The currently selected
inputs (and their respective controls) will illuminate
the same color as these rear panel jacks. For example,
as seen to the right, Ch.  mic input (blue) [#3],
Ch. 2 USB I/O (green) [#5] and /8" smartphone
jack (white) [#7]. Note that the icons are also
presented at the top of the MixViewer [#20].

2. ContourFX Control Knobs

These knobs control how much the selected preset
aects the channel’s signal, thereby “shaping” it. The
FX level ranges from o (knob fully counter-clockwise)
to max (knob fully clockwise). These control knobs are
post-volume [#0], but pre-StreamFX control knobs
[#3].

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11

10

17

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13

12

20

16

14

While these knobs determine the “shape”
level, the actual presets are selected
via the navigation knob [#7], menu
button [#9] and MixViewer [#20].

More information may be found on page 2.

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5. Sample Buttons -4

Pressing one (or more) of these buttons results
in playback of the saved sample. When pressed the
sample will play. Additionally, the button will illuminate
and flash at the speed and duration of the playback.

The samples, playback mode, colors and more
may be changed and updated via the menu button
[#9], navigation knob [#7] and MixViewer [#20].
More on this later.

6. Sample Volume Knob

Rotate this knob to adjust the volume of the samples.
It is a global control, aecting the level of all four
sample pads. The volume levels range from o (silent)
to max (full volume).

7. Navigation Knob

This is the main method of navigation through
the M•Caster Studio’s GUI. Rotate it to view and adjust
the EQ, FX, samples, select a downlit accent color,
connect via Bluetooth, update the firmware and more,
then push to make a selection. This also becomes
the main (speaker) output level adjustment when
the main and headphone levels are unlinked.
Much more on all of this later.

Pushing the navigation knob down when
on the home view also opens up the menu
view.

8. Home Button

Pressing this button simply returns you to the main
mixer view... home! Additionally, when navigating
through the GUI, it will automatically return home
afer approximately 30 seconds.

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9. Menu Button

Pressing this button with the “hamburger” icon opens
the settings menu. Once open, use the navigation knob
[#7] to scroll through (and select) the options you
desire.

Pushing the navigation knob down when
on the home view also opens up the menu
view.

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20. TFT Display (aka MixViewer)

The MixViewer presents information about
the M•Caster Studio in full color. There is nothing
to push, touch, turn, twist and shout here... info
display only. TFT is considered one of the best
displays and is easy on the eyes.

The MixViewer should be covered with a protective
film to protect the M•Caster Studio from scratches
and other possible damage during production
and distribution. It also helps keeps fingerprints
o! It won’t aect performance, but we still
recommend removing the protective film.

That is the hardware in a nutshell, but we’re only
getting started! Flip the page and let’s take a look
at all of the incredible features packed in your
M•Caster Studio.

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M•Caster STUDIO: Settings

Introduction

Friends! We have a lot to get through, but we’ll start

at the top and work our way through...

When the M•Caster Studio is first plugged in,
you will be immediately greeted with the infamous
Running Man logo. Afer a few seconds of boot-up,
you are greeted with the home view, which is the main
mixer view. It displays which inputs are selected,
the sample and output channels and all of their
respective I/O meters.

Main Menu

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Hey, we’re o to a great start! Now press the menu
button [#9] to open the settings menu as seen below.

Rotate the navigation knob [#7] to choose between
 dierent digital signal processors (DSPs), such
as EQ, compression, filtering and more. The “audio
quality enhancement” is selected here, but the amount
of processing is determined by the level of the channel’s
ContourFX Control Knob [#2].

Only one ContourFX preset may be selected at a time.
We implore you to use trial-and-error to find the best
ContourFX preset for your application. The currently
selected ContourFX preset will have an asterisk (*)
next to it. Broadcaster* in the example located
on the bottom-lef.

The available ContourFX Presets are:

• None (O)

• Broadcaster

• Deepcaster

• Brightcaster

• Auto-Leveler

• Hard Compress

Contour

Sampler Lighting

FX BT

Utility

As mentioned previously, the navigation knob [#7]
is used to scroll through (and select) the options you
desire. The current option will illuminate green, while
the remaining options remain grayed out. Go ahead
and rotate the knob to see!

Contour

As seen above, the Contour presets feature is
illuminated green, so we’ll start there and work our
way right. Push the navigation knob down to select it.

ContourFX Presets

• Bright

• Crisp

• AM Radio

• Vintage Vinyl

• De-Esser

FX

Once you’ve had some fun playing around with
the various ContourFX, it’s time to add some other
flavor to the mix. Afer returning to the settings screen,
rotate and select ‘FX’ using the navigation knob [#7].

Contour

Sampler Lighting

FX BT

Utility

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None

Broadcaster*

Deepcaster

Brightcaster

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Rotate the navigation knob [#7] to choose between
2 dierent, crazy signal-altering eects! The eect
is chosen with this knob, but the intensity of the eect
is determined by the level of the channel’s StreamFX
Control Knob [#3].

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Only one StreamFX preset may be selected at a time.
We implore you to use trial-and-error to find the best
StreamFX preset for your application. The currently
selected StreamFX preset will have an asterisk (*)
next to it. Ping Pong* in the example below.

StreamFX Presets

None

Nitrous

Ping Pong*

Space Echo

The available StreamFX Presets are:

• None (O)

• Plate Verb

• Live Room

• Bathroom Verb

• Lasershow

Setting up and connecting a device via Bluetooth
is the third and final feature on the top row of the
settings... then we’ll check out the bottom row features!

Upon powering up the M•Caster Studio, the Bluetooth
function is either:

() In sleep mode. See ‘Pairing and connecting
for the first time’ (below) or...

(2) ...Paired and connected. See ‘Previously paired
and connected devices’ (next page).

Pairing and connecting for the first time:

This is how to pair and connect a device to an
M•Caster Studio.

As done previously, return to the settings screen,
then rotate and select ‘BT’ using the navigation knob
[#7].

Contour

FX BT

• Flanger

• Munchkin

• Grandma

• Mega Deep

• Diablo

• Bioshock

• Optimus

• Shockwave

• Soundwave

• Clapback

• Repeater

• Delay Verb

• Nitrous

• Ping Pong

• Space Echo

• Spatial Eect

Sampler Lighting

Utility

Once the Bluetooth screen is open, rotate
the navigation knob to ‘Enter pairing mode’
and push to begin the pairing process.

Bluetooth Settings

Pairing

Back to menu

Enter pairing mode

Auto-connect: ON

While M•Caster Studio is in pairing mode,
simultaneously scan for Bluetooth devices
on the device. You should see ‘M-Caster Studio’
appear in the list of “available devices”. Select it
by tapping it. From there, your Bluetooth device
should indicate that it is successfully connected.
If it does not, start the pairing process again,
and make sure that the M•Caster Studio
and device are both in pairing mode at the same time.

Bluetooth

If you are running a podcast, an interviewee may
be added to the show over the phone’s Bluetooth
connection. Due to mix-minus, the guest will hear
everything except for their own voice.

Bluetooth Settings

Connected:

Craig R.

Back to menu

Disconnect this device

Auto-connect: ON

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Previously paired and connected devices:

The Bluetooth connection will disconnect if it’s out
of range. Previously paired and connected devices will
automatically reconnect IF ‘Auto-connect’ is set to ON.

To drop the device from being paired with
the M•Caster Studio, press ‘Disconnect
this device’ in Settings > Bluetooth.

The Bluetooth may disconnect when aected
by Electrostatic Discharge [ESD]. Manually
reconnect the Bluetooth connection.

Last, but certainly not least... please make
sure that the Ch. 3 input selector switch
[#] is set to Bluetooth!

Congratulations! You went through the top line
of Settings with ease! Now we'll head South and take
a look at the Settings on the bottom row, again from

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lef to right. First up is – <drum roll> – Sampler!

Sampler

The previously mentioned features are incredible
enough on their own merit. However, with a wink
and nod to Ron Popeil, “But wait, there’s more!”
Act now and we’ll add five more circle features
to your M•Caster Studio!

That’s right, Jim! When any of the settings on the top
row are opened, the selection is made right then,
but when Sampler is opened, a plethora of sampler
options appears. Here you have to dig deeper to make
selections. Let’s take a look at the Sampler Options
starting at the top-lef with ‘Record’:

Sampler Options

Contour

Sampler

FX BT

Lighting

Utility

Record Assign Clear

Mode Colors

Once ‘Record’ is tapped, the TFT screen will display
(and request) that you push a sample button to start
recording. Additionally, all four sample pads will flash
between red and green until a selection is made.

Sampler Record

Press a sample button

to start recording.

AirHorn.St

eam.Stere wav Tron

S1 S2

S3 S4

Next, tap one of the four sample pads [#5] to select
it. All sample pad colors will will remain the same solid
color they were assigned, except for the sample pad
that was tapped. It will flash between red and o.
Recording will start immediately.

Sampler Record

S1

04:20

Any audio played through the M•Caster Studio
is recorded as a sample. Press the sample pad again
to stop recording. This closes the file and makes
it available for immediate playback. It will replace
the current selection, although that sample may
be reassigned as it is still on the internal drive.

Samples are recorded in .wav format at 24-bit /
48 kHz, then stored and saved as ‘Sample.wav’,
‘Sample().wav’, etc. However, the names may
be updated via USB the next time you do a firmware
update. M•Caster Studio will remember these samples
every time it is powered up thereafer. Don’t fret, they
won’t disappear!

Sampler – Record:

Your M•Caster Studio comes stocked with a handful
of samples to get you started... but what if there are
particular sounds and samples that you like and use
that perhaps no one else does? This is where ‘Sampler
Record’ makes its grand entrance!

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M•Caster Studio comes equipped with a solid 3GB
of internal storage. That should be more than enough
to hold all of your samples. If not, you will be met with
an error message, as seen below.

Sampler Record

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Stereo.wav

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Sampler – Assign:

As you might have guessed, this is the place to assign

samples to each of the four sample pads.

Assign Options

Record Assign Clear

Mode Colors

Once ‘Assign’ is tapped, the TFT screen will display
(and request) that you push a sample button to assign
a sample. Additionally, all four sample pads will remain
the same solid color that they were assigned.

Assign Sample

Press a sample button

to assign sample.

S1 S2

ilhelmScr erBleep.St

S3 S4

Sampler – Clear:

‘Clear’ simply removes the currently selected sample

from the chosen sample pad.

Clear Options

Record Assign Clear

Mode Colors

Once ‘Clear’ is tapped, the TFT screen will display
(and request) that you push a sample button to clear
its sample. Additionally, all four sample pads will flash
between (our beloved Seattle sports teams’) blue
and green until a selection is made.

Clear Sample

Press a sample button

to clear it’s sample.

AirHorn.St

S1 S2

Next, tap one of the four sample pads [#5]
to select it. From here, rotate the navigation knob [#7]
to highlight the preferred sample, then push to select.

Assign Sample 4

Files #:1-12 of 12

<- Leave menu

AirHorn.Stereo.wav

Applause.Stereo.wav

The available samples are:

• AirHorn.Stereo.wav

• Applause.Stereo.wav

• ApplauseWithLaughter.Stereo.wav

• Buzzer.Stereo.wav

• CensorBleep.Stereo.wav

• Success.Stereo.wav

eam.Stere wav Tron

S3 S4

Tap one of the four sample pads [#5] to select it.
A message pops to indicate success! Now there is no
color or sample associated with that sample pad.

• Success2.Stereo.wav

• Trombone.Stereo.wav

• WilhelmScream.Stereo.wav

• YouLose.Stereo.wav

• YouLose2.Stereo.wav

Samples that you have recorded will also
be added to this list. We don’t know what
they’re named, so we can’t add them!

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Sampler – Mode:

Moving right along into the sampler’s ‘Mode’ section.

Sampler Options

Record Assign Clear

Mode Colors

This is the spot where to select each sample’s
playback mode. Once ‘Mode’ is tapped, the TFT screen
will display (and request) that you push a sample
button to select its mode. Additionally, all four sample
pads will flash between blue and yellow until a selection
is made.

Sample Modes

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Press a sample button

to select mode.

Oneshot

S1 S2

Retrigger

• Retrigger – Retrigger is also similar
to the One Shot as it also plays the sample
from start to finish. In fact, it will do so if you
allow it. However, you didn’t set this up as
a One Shot. It’s a Retrigger!

With Retrigger, you’re supposed to tap
the sample button again. This ends
the currently playing sample and starts
the sample playback from the beginning.

Playback may be stopped by pressing and
holding the sample button for one second.

As you might expect, only one mode may be selected
per sample pad (although it would be quite odd to have
more than one!). The currently selected mode will
have an asterisk (*) next to it. Oneshot* in the example
to the lef.

Regardless of the sample mode(s) chosen:

The sample buttons will flash – in their
selected colors – during playback.

Loop

S3 S4

Oneshot

Next, tap one of the four sample pads [#5] to select
it. All sample pad colors will turn o except for the
sample pad that was tapped. It will flash between blue
and yellow. From here, rotate the navigation knob [#7]
to highlight the preferred mode, then push to select.

Sample 1 Mode

Oneshot*

Loop

Retrigger

As seen below-lef, there are a total of three choices:

• One Shot – One Shot plays the sample from
start to finish. The sample may be stopped
early by pressing the sample button again.

Don’t expect the sample to play back
if the sample button is pushed and held
for a second or longer. Just a quick tap
is all it takes to play!

All four sample buttons are on their own
chain. What this means is that multiple
samples may be played simultaneously.

• Loop – Like the One Shot, Loop also plays
the sample from start to finish. However,
once the sample has finished playing, it
will “loop back” to the beginning and play
the sample again repeatedly until the sample
button is pressed again.

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Sampler – Colors:

This is the section where you get to choose what

color(s) the sample pads will be.

Color Options

Record Assign Clear

Mode Colors

Once ‘Colors’ is tapped, the TFT screen will display
(and request) that you push a sample button to select
its color. Additionally, all four sample pads will flash
between red and yellow until a selection is made.

Sample Color

Press a sample button

to select its color.

Green

S1 S2

Red

The available colors (in order) are as follows:

• GREEN

• RED

• BLUE

• YELLOW

• CYAN

• MAGENTA

• WHITE <-- no, really, it IS white!

M•Caster Studio will remember the selection every

time it is powered up thereafer.

Lighting

Now that samples have been loaded and approved,

it’s time to get... even more colorful!

Contour

FX BT

Blue

S3 S4

Green

Next, tap one of the four sample pads [#5]
to select it. All sample pad colors will turn o except
for the sample pad that was tapped. It will flash
between o and the currently selected color.
From here, rotate the navigation knob [#7]
to highlight the preferred color, then push to select.

Sample 1 Color

Green*

Red

Blue

Yellow

Only one color may be selected per sample pad.
The currently selected color will have an asterisk (*)
next to it. Green* in the example shown on the lef.
Note that the names of the colors of the sample
pad are displayed on the TFT screen.

Sampler

Lighting

Utility

When selected, lighting changes the downlit accent
color located on the undercarriage of M•Caster Studio.
Simply rotate the navigation knob [#7] until the color
you desire arrives. Once found, push the knob down
to select.

Only one color may be selected at a time (although
the “RGB” selection slowly transitions between all
colors). The currently selected color will have an
asterisk (*) next to it. RGB* in the example below.

Lighting Options

O

RGB*

White

Red

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The available colors (in order) are as follows:

• OFF (NONE)

• RGB

• WHITE <-- no, really, it IS white!

• RED

• ORANGE

• YELLOW

• GREEN

• LIGHT BLUE

• BLUE

• PURPLE

• MAGENTA

• PINK

M•Caster Studio will remember the selection every

time it is powered up thereafer.

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Don’t forget to set the M•Caster Studio’s
LED to match the carpet and drapes!

The output level of the monitoring outputs
is controlled via the main mix volume knob [#4],
but Utility > Output Gain is where to adjust the output
gain of the phone/BT and USB outputs.

Tap ‘Output Gain’ to reveal a screen similar to what
is displayed below. From here, rotate the navigation
knob [#7] between ‘Bluetooth Output’, ‘USB Output’
and ‘Headphone and mainout:’. Once the selection you
desire is highlighted – ‘Bluetooth Output’ in the example
below – push the navigation knob down to select.
Then rotate the knob to raise and lower the level
of the selected output, Bluetooth or USB. A horizontal
fader appears at the bottom of the screen, displaying
the current output level.

Output Gain

Bluetooth Output

USB Output

Headphone and mainout: LINKED

Utility

We are onto the sixth and final feature: ‘Utility’.
However, we would like to bring back Ron Popeil since
there are additional features tucked within ‘Utility’.

Let’s take a deeper dive into what options
are available within Utility, starting at the top-lef
with ‘Output Gain’:

Utility Options

Contour

Sampler Lighting

Utility – Output Gain:

M•Caster Studio contains three “types” of outputs:

• Monitoring Outputs – this covers the gaming
headsets [#4], headphones [#8]
and speaker outputs [#9].

FX BT

Utility

Output

Gain

Factory

Reset

Storage

Mode

Gamer’s
Paradise

Firmware

Update

This covers the Bluetooth and USB output gain
portion, but what is up with ‘Headphone and mainout’
at the bottom of the screen there? Simply put, these
outputs may either be linked [default] or unlinked.

When linked, the single main mix volume knob [#4]
“combines and controls” the output volume of both
the headphone and main output.

However, when unlinked, the main mix volume knob
will control the level of the headphone output, but the
navigation knob [#7] controls the level of the main
output... but only when on the main home screen.

Utility – Storage Mode:

‘Storage Mode’ and ‘Firmware Update’
work together, so we’ll cover what they
are and how to perform a Firmware
Update utilizing both.

‘Storage Mode’ is the place to select whether
M•Caster Studio has control over the cache storage
(INTERNAL) or if a computer does (EXTERNAL).

• Phone Outputs – this covers the Ch.3 output,
regardless of whether it’s hard wired (TRRS)
[#8] or a Bluetooth connection.

• USB Output – this covers – you guessed
it! – the USB output [#5].

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Utility Options

Factory

Reset

Storage

Mode

Output

Gain

Gamer’s
Paradise

Firmware

Update

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In INTERNAL mode, M•Caster Studio has read
and write access over the file system, can play
samples from memory and update any parameters.
This is the default setting. When ‘Storage Mode’
is tapped, notice that EXTERNAL access is OFF.

Storage Mode

External access: OFF

Enable for PC file system

access.

Back to menu

Enable PC access

In EXTERNAL mode, the computer has (almost)
complete control over the M•Caster Studio. You can
still mix audio from connected devices, but you are
locked out of sample playback and editing/changing
parameters. Rotate and select ‘Enable PC access’
to switch from M•Caster Studio (INTERNAL)
to computer (EXTERNAL).

Notice below that EXTERNAL access is now ON.
Now notice it on the MixViewer [#20] of your
M•Caster Studio... cool!

There should be a file called something similar
to ‘M-Caster_Firmware_Update_v_0_66.bin’ within
the folder. This folder may be dragged-and-dropped
into the EXTERNAL – i.e. computer’s – ‘M-CASTER’
cache.

Once completed, we can now () eject the drive –
right-click, eject ‘M-CASTER’; the external drive
should disappear from the desktop to confirm
success and (2) disable PC access – press
the navigation knob down.

Everything is almost back to normal... except
we still need to add the updated firmware
to the M•Caster Studio. After returning
to the main menu, select Utility > Firmware Update.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Storage Mode

External access: ON

Some funtions are

unavailable.

Eject from PC before

disabling

Disable PC access

The first thing you may notice, though, are all the
flashing LEDs. Do not fret, this is ok... this is supposed
to happen! Did you push a sample pad, input selector
switch, home and/or settings switch with no result?
That is ok, too. The one thing that does work is pushing
the navigation knob down. Please do NOT do this until
you have “ejected” the drive from the computer. More
on this shortly.

Our goal now is to load the latest firmware
on to M•Caster Studio. While the LEDs continue
to flash, go to the Mackie website to check
for the latest firmware. Download and save
the file to the computer’s desktop. Unzip the file
and open the folder.

In addition to firmware updates, ‘Storage Mode’
holds another important function. Any samples
that are created (or purchased) may be added
to M•Caster Studio via ‘Storage Mode’. In essence,
‘Storage Mode’ behaves like an external drive:
USB thumb drive, portable hard drive, etc.
So copy-and-paste (or drag-and-drop) the samples
from the ‘external’ (i.e. thumb drive) to the ‘internal’
(i.e. M•CASTER) drive.

Simply follow the same steps as outlined above:
() Enable PC access, (2) drag-and-drop the samples
into the computer’s ‘M-CASTER’ drive, (3) eject
the drive, then (4) disable PC access. Follow the steps
in Utility > Firmware Update to complete the process.

Samples may be named (and re-named),
but please stay away from “special”
characters such as...
* @ /: < >? \ |... and more!

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Firmware Update

Updating...

Do not unplug your

M-Caster or access its

USB disk!

Firmware Update

Update complete!

M-Caster will now restart.

Do not unplug your

M-Caster or access its

USB disk!

Utility – Firmware Update:

See ‘Storage Mode’ (previous feature)
for directions on how to start a firmware
update.

‘Firmware Update’ is the place to view the current
version of firmware, and, if available, the place to
download the latest firmware on to M•Caster Studio.

Utility Options

Output

Gain

Factory

Reset

Storage

Mode

Gamer’s
Paradise

Firmware

Update

As seen below, an update is available! Simply push
the navigation knob down when ‘Start update’ is

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highlighted.

Firmware Update

Current version: 1.0.65

Update available: 1.0.66

Back to menu

Utility – Factory Reset [aka Don Lee Vulcan Mind Meld]:

Are things just a complete mess and you want
to start with a fresh slate? Well, zero everything
out with a simple factory reset.

Utility Options

Output

Gain

Factory

Reset

Storage

Mode

Gamer’s
Paradise

Firmware

Update

Tap ‘Factory Reset’ to reveal a screen similar
to what is displayed below. From here, rotate
the navigation knob [#7] to either ‘Back to menu’
or ‘Factory reset (erase all)’. Once the selection you
desire is highlighted – ‘Back to menu’ in the example
below – push the navigation knob down to select.

Factory Reset

This will erase all files on

internal storage and

reset all settings.

Back to menu

Factory reset (erase all)

Start update

As you might imagine, we do not want
you pushing any buttons, twiddlin’ any
knobs or (by no means) unplugging
the M•Caster Studio! The update

does not take long, so please be patient.

The next time you return to Utility > Firmware Update,

it should look a little something like this:

Firmware Update

Current version: 1.0.66

Back to menu

Are you ready to do a factory reset?
Before selecting ‘Factory reset (erase all)’
please understand that this erases

all settings, including any ContourFX
and StreamFX presets, levels, samples, colors, etc.
that may have been set. More importantly, this will
erase any samples that were recorded, dragged-and­dropped, etc. from the file system. This does NOT
include the default samples that ship with the product.

As you can see, there is nothing to do other than

return back to the main menu.

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Afer tapping ‘Factory reset (erase all)’, you will
be met with the following two screens. Please do NOT
touch or push anything while M•Caster Studio
is resetting back to factory settings. Once completed,
though, feel free to return to the main menu
and start fresh.

Factory Reset

Resetting...

Factory reset (erase all)

Factory Reset

Factory reset

completed successfully!

Back to menu

Utility – Gamer’s Paradise:

Mackoids around the world are loving the ‘Gamer’s
Paradise’ feature! Here you are able to play or watch!
Select ‘Gamer’s Paradise’ to enter.

Utility Options

Output

Gain

Factory

Reset

Storage

Mode

Gamer’s
Paradise

Firmware

Update

Tap ‘Gamer’s Paradise’ to reveal a screen similar
to what is displayed below. From here, rotate
the navigation knob [#7] to ‘Play Arcade’, ‘Watch
Arcade’ or ‘Watch Live Sports’. Once the selection you
desire is highlighted – ‘Watch Arcade’ in the example
below – push the navigation knob down to select.

Gamer’s Paradise

Play Arcade

Watch Arcade

Watch Live Sports

When a factory reset is performed, you are
also wiping the M•Caster Studio’s memory
of previously paired devices. To remedy

this, on your smartphone, tablet or other
Bluetooth device, you will need to ‘forget device’
in the Bluetooth settings, then re-pair in order
to regain communication and functionality.

Back to menu

As seen above, there are three choices:

• Play Arcade – Are you a fan of classic arcade
games? How about current gaming/video
consoles? Any time you feel like “tapping
out” from creating your next M•Caster
Studio masterpiece, drop in here for a visit.
There are an insane amount of games
available, so we won’t post them all here.

• Watch Arcade – Watching people play games
has become a huge phenomenon over
the past few years and has grown
exponentially. Do you want to watch your
favorite gamers play? This is the spot!

• Watch Live Sports – Last, but certainly not
least, your M•Caster Studio can stream live
sports on the MixViewer. This encompasses
nearly every sport – Yukigassen, anyone?! –
and at every level from top-performing
professionals on down to Pee-Wee football,
Ladybugs soccer and the T-ball leagues!
It surprised us, but if you want to watch
shin-kicking, it, too, is a competitive sport,
and is available to watch.

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Appendix A: Service Information

If you think your M•Caster Studio 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 information such as FAQs and other
documentation. You may find the answer to the problem
without having to part with your M•Caster Studio.

Troubleshooting

No power

• Please note that M•Caster Studio’s USB (computer)
connection [#5] is audio only. It is not a source
of power.

• Our favorite question: Is it plugged in?
Make sure the outlet is live.

• Our next favorite question: Is the power switch on?

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Gotcha. There is no power switch, but...

• Make sure the power cord is plugged all the way into
the AC outlet (if utilizing the wall wart).

• Are any of the input selector switch LEDs illuminated?
If not, make sure the AC (or USB) outlet is live.
If so, refer to “No sound” below.

Poor sound

• Is it loud and distorted? Make sure that you’re not
overdriving a stage in the signal chain. Verify that
all level controls are set properly.

• Are the input connectors plugged completely into
the jacks? Be sure all connections are secure.

• If possible, listen to the signal source with headphones
plugged into the preamp stage. If it sounds bad there,
it’s not the M•Caster Studio.

Noise / Hum / Buzz

• Check the signal cable between the computer/mixer/
MP3 player/phone and the M•Caster Studio. Make
sure all connections are secure. These problems
usually produce crackling noises, hum, or buzz.

• Make sure the signal cable is not routed near AC
cables, power transformers, or other EMI sources
(including wall warts and line lumps!). These sources
usually produce hum.

• Is there a light dimmer or other triac-based device
on the same AC circuit as the M•Caster Studio?
Dimmers cause buzzing noises. Use an AC line
filter or plug the M•Caster Studio into a dierent
AC circuit.

• The internal AC line fuse may be blown. This is not
a user serviceable part. If you suspect the AC line
fuse is blown, please see the "Repair" section next.

No sound

• Do the input selector switches have the correct
source(s) selected?

• Is the level knob for the input source turned all the way
down? Verify that all the volume controls in the system
are properly adjusted.

• Is the signal source turned up? Make sure the signal
level from the computer, mixer, MP3 player, phone
(or whatever device immediately precedes the
M•Caster Studio) is high enough to produce sound.

• Speaking of computers, if one is connected
to the M•Caster Studio, make sure
() that the cable is plugged in to the correct jacks
and (2) that the input and output is changed
to ‘M•Caster Studio’ via Settings on the computer.

• If possible, listen to the signal source with headphones
plugged in. If it sounds noisy there, it’s not the
M•Caster Studio.

Other Issues

• Please email or call Technical Support if you are
having any other issue(s) not listed here:

o mackie.com/support-contact
o -800-898-32

Repair

For warranty service, refer to the warranty information

on page 24.

Non-warranty service is available at a factory-authorized
service center. To locate the nearest service center, visit
www.mackie.com/support/service-locator. Service for
an M•Caster Studio living outside the United States may
be obtained through local dealers or distributors.

If you do not have access to our website, please call
our Tech Support department at -800-898-32 (normal
business hours, Pacific Time), to explain the problem.
They will tell you where the nearest factory-authorized
service center is located in your area.

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Appendix B: Technical Information

M•Caster STUDIO Specifications

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Noise Characteristics

A-D Dynamic Range (all inputs): 6 dB
D-A Dynamic Range (all outputs): 20 dB

Distortion (THD+N)

( kHz, –dBFS, 20 kHz BW)
Ch  XLR Input <0.02% THD+N
Ch  /4" Line Input <0.05% THD+N
Ch  /8" Gaming Headset Input <0.02% THD+N
Ch 2 /8" Line Input <0.02% THD+N
Ch 2 USB <0.0% THD+N
Ch 3 /8" Phone Input <0.0% THD+N

Input / Output

Maximum Input Level +0 dBu
Maximum Output Level +0 dBu

Bit Depth / Sample Rate

Supported Bit Depth & Sample Rate 24-bit / 48 kHz

System Requirements

PC Windows 0 or higher (32 or 64 MB RAM)
Android Android 9 or higher
Mac Mac OS X 0.3 or higher (32 or 64 MB RAM)

iOS iOS 3 or higher

Power Requirements

USB-C 00–240V, 50/60 Hz, 2V 2A
Phantom Power 48VDC to Channel  input

Physical Dimensions and Weight

Height: 2.8 in / 72 mm
Width: 5. in / 29 mm
Depth: 8.0 in / 203 mm
Weight: .5 lb / 0.7 kg

Disclaimer

Since we are always striving to make our products better
by incorporating new and improved materials, components,
and manufacturing methods, we reserve the right to change
these specifications at any time without notice.

“Mackie.” and the “Running Man” figure are registered trademarks
of LOUD Audio, LLC.

All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders, and are hereby
acknowledged.

©2022 LOUD Audio, LLC.
All Rights Reserved.

M•Caster STUDIO Dimensions

WEIGHT

1.5 lb

0.7 kg

8.0 in

203 mm

5.1 in

129 mm

2.8 in

72 mm

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Limited Warranty

Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place.

This Limited Product Warranty (“Product Warranty”) is provided by LOUD Audio, LLC (“LOUD”) and is applicable to products
purchased in the United States or Canada through a LOUD-authorized reseller or dealer. The Product Warranty will not extend
to anyone other than the original purchaser of the product (hereinafer, “Customer,” “you” or “your”).

For products purchased outside the U.S. or Canada, please visit www.mackie.com to find contact information for your local
distributor, and information on any warranty coverage provided by the distributor in your local market.

LOUD warrants to Customer that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use
during the Warranty Period. If the product fails to conform to the warranty then LOUD or its authorized service representative
will at its option, either repair or replace any such nonconforming product, provided that Customer gives notice of the
noncompliance within the Warranty Period to the Company at: www.mackie.com or by calling LOUD technical support
at .800.898.32 (toll-free in the U.S. and Canada) during normal business hours Pacific Time, excluding weekends
or LOUD holidays. Please retain the original dated sales receipt as evidence of the date of purchase. You will need it
to obtain any warranty service.

For full terms and conditions, as well as the specific duration of the Warranty for this product, please visit www.mackie.com.

M•Caster STUDIO Live Streaming Mixer

The Product Warranty, together with your invoice or receipt, and the terms and conditions located at www.mackie.com
constitutes the entire agreement, and supersedes any and all prior agreements between LOUD and Customer related
to the subject matter hereof. No amendment, modification or waiver of any of the provisions of this Product Warranty
will be valid unless set forth in a written instrument signed by the party to be bound thereby.

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Need help with the M•Caster STUDIO?

• Visit www.mackie.com/support to find: FAQs, manuals, addendums, and other documents.

• Email us at: www.mackie.com/support-contact

• Telephone [phone] to speak with one of our splendid technical support chaps
(Monday through Friday, normal business hours, Pacific Time).

M•Caster STUDIO Live Streaming Mixer

9820 North Creek Parkway #20
Bothell, WA 980 • USA
Phone: [phone]
Toll-free: 800.898.32
Fax: [phone]
www.mackie.com