Mackie MCU Pro User Manual
MCU Pro
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UNIVERSAL CONTROL SURFACE EXTENDER
MCU XT Pro
Universal Control Surface
Universal Control Surface Extender
OWNER’S MANUAL
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PORTABLE CART
WARNING
CAUTION AVIS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS ENLEVER LE COUVERCLE.
AUCUN ENTRETIEN DE PIECES INTERIEURES PAR L'USAGER.
CONFIER L'ENTRETIEN AU PERSONNEL QUALIFIE.
AVIS: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION, N'EXPOSEZ PA S CET ARTICLE
A LA PLUIE OU A L'HUMIDITE
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Le symbole éclair avec point de flèche à l'intérieur d'un triangle équilatéral
est utilisé pour alerter l'utilisateur de la présence à l'intérieur du coffret de
"voltage dangereux" non isolé d'ampleur suffisante pour constituer un risque
d'éléctrocution.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Le point d'exclamation à l'intérieur d'un triangle équilatéral est employé
pour alerter les utilisateurs de la présence d'instructions importantes pour le
fonctionnement et l'entretien (service) dans le livret d'instruction
accompagnant l'appareil.
Important Safety Instructions
14.
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. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
11.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
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.
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:
• Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
13.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
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
(2002/96/EC) 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.
• Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandthe
receiver.
• Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferent
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianfor
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)
apparatus as
Canadian Department
limits for radio noise emissions from digital
set out in the radio interference regulations of the
of Communications.
WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
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ATTENTION —
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits
radioélectriques dépassant las limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de class A/de class B (selon le cas) prescrites dans le
réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par les ministere
des communications du Canada.
20.
Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent
hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to
noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some
hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a period of
time. The U.S. Government’s Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) has specified the permissible noise level
exposures shown in the following chart.
According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these
permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. To ensure
against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure
levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment
capable of producing high sound pressure levels use hearing
protectors while the equipment is in operation. Ear plugs or
protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when
operating the equipment in order to prevent permanent hearing
loss if exposure is in excess of the limits set forth here:
Duration, per
day in hours
8 90 Duo in small club
6 92
4 95 Subway Train
3 97
2 100 Veryloudclassicalmusic
1.5 102
1 105 B-en and M-att screaming at T-roy about deadlines
0.5 110
0.25 or less 115 Loudest parts at a rock concert
Sound Level dBA,
Slow Response
Typical Example
Introduction
Thank you for choosing Mackie for your Digital
Audio Workstation (DAW) control solution.
Pro and MCU XT Pro provide the familiar feel of
analog-style mixing to the DAW environment. But
they also deliver the most complete
software compatibility of any control surface
available today, including USB connectivity.
The labels for the buttons and controls are
specific to Apple Logic Pro. Custom lexan overlays
are available for other supported DAWs. Some of
these are included with the MCU Pro and others
may be ordered from our parts department.
These overlays fit over the right-hand side of
the control
for the functionality supported by the DAW being
utilized. Visit www.mackie.com/products/mcupro/
mcupro_software to see a list of all currently
supported DAWs, and to order an overlay for your
particular DAW application.
The
our easy-to-use Music Production Software for PC
or Mac. It is the perfect companion software for
the MCU Pro. Follow the instructions on the
included license card to download and authorize
Tracktion.
surface and correctly label the buttons
MCU Pro
includes a license for Tracktion,
feature set and
MCU
Contents
IMP OR TANT SAFETY INSTRUC TIONS 2
INTRODUCTION 3
SOF TWARE USER’ S GUIDE 3
CHANGING MODES 4
INSTALLATION 4
VES A / OMNIMOUNT MOUNTING 5
HOO KU P DIAGRAMS 6
FRO NT PANEL 7
CHA NN EL STRIP 7
MAS TE R SECTION 8
REA R PANEL 9
APP EN DIX A: KEY COMMANDS 10
APP EN DIX B: FAD ER ALIGNMENT 11
APP EN DIX C: SOFTWARE SUPPORT 12
APPENDIX C: SERVICE INFORMATION 13
APP EN DIX D: TECHNICAL INFOR MATION 14
DIM EN SIONS 15
LIM IT ED WARRAN TY 16
Overlays Included Overlays Available
Steinberg
Cubase / Nuendo
MOTU Digital
Performer
Avid Pro Tools Propellerhead Reason
Cakewalk Sonar RML Labs SAW Studio
Mackie Tracktion SSL Soundscape
Adobe Audition
Ableton Live
Sony Vegas
Software User’s Guide
Visit www.mackie.com/products/mcupro/
to obtain the latest manuals and
all the currently supported DAW applications.
information for
Part No. SW0454 Rev. C 10/10
©2007-2010 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Changing Modes
MCU Pro
operation:
1. Mackie Control (use with most DAWs. See
Appendix C on page 12
2. Logic Control (use with Apple Logic).
3. HUI (use with Avid Pro Tools, including HD,
LE, and M Powered versions).
When first turning on the
prompts you to select a mode of operation:
• Press Ch. 1 V-Pot to select Mackie Control.
• Press Ch. 4 V-Pot to select HUI.
• Press Ch. 8 V-Pot to select Logic Control.
Once the selection has been made, MCU Pro
will automatically boot into the selected mode
each time it is powered up.
To change the mode of operation:
1. Turn off the Mackie Control.
2. Hold down both the Ch. 1 and Ch. 2 SELECT
buttons while turning on the Mackie Control.
3. The display once again prompts you to select a
mode of operation.
has three different modes of
).
MCU Pro
, the display
Connecting with MIDI
• Connect the
two MIDI cables (IN and OUT). Use the MIDI
2 (MAIN) MIDI connections on the MCU Pro.
• Connect the third-party MIDI interface to the
computer as described by the manufacturer
(see “Hookup 2: MIDI” on page 6).
For both methods:
• Connect one end of the external power supply
to the MCU Pro, and the other end to an
AC power source between 100 VAC and
240 VAC (50–60 Hz).
• Turn on the MCU Pro POWER switch.
• Launch the software program of choice.
• Select your software’s console or surface
manager set up window.
• Select the Mackie Control in the MIDI device
setup section of your DAW application.
• Once the Mackie Control is selected within
your software’s setup preferences, the unit(s)
will be recognized automatically.
MCU Pro / MCU XT Pro
•
as a single large console – a “Control Surface
Group.”
MCU Pro
to the MIDI interface via
units may function
Installation
There are two methods for connecting the
MCU Pro
because all of the MIDI ports on the MCU
available. If using MIDI cables to connect the
MCU Pro to a computer via third-party MIDI
interface, the other two MIDI ports (3 and 4) on
the MCU Pro are inactive.
Connecting with USB
• Connect the
to a computer: USB and MIDI.
Note: The USB method is the preferred method
Pro are
MCU Pro
USB cable (see “Hookup
The USB connection works with both
Macintosh and PC platforms and is “plug and
play” (no driver installation required!).
to
a computer with a
1: USB” on page 6).
• Go to the MCU Pro software section on our
website (www.mackie.com/products/mcupro/
mcupro_software) for details on using the
MCU Pro with your particular application.
To connect one or more MCU XT Pros:
1. If using the USB method to connect the MCU
Pro to a computer, then the MCU Pro has
three sets of MIDI IN/OUT connectors for connecting additional MCU XT Pro units. Always
connect MIDI OUT from one unit to MIDI IN
on the next unit (and MIDI IN to MIDI OUT).
2. If using the MIDI method to connect the MCU
Pro to a computer, then connect the MCU XT
Pro to the external USB MIDI interface [the
MIDI 3 and MIDI 4 connectors on the MCU
Pro are not functional using this method].
Connect the MIDI OUT from the MCU XT Pro
to the MIDI IN on the MIDI interface (and
MIDI IN to MIDI OUT).
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MCU Pro or MCU XT Pro
Mounting Plate
0.153 in/3.88 mm
Thread Engagement
(8 places)
Mounting Plate Thickness + 0.25 in = length of screw
M4 (4 mm) Pemnut
(8 places)
0.868 in/22.06 mm
Clearance for MCU Pro
0.469 in/11.91 mm
Clearance for MCU XT Pro
VESA / Omnimount Mounting
The
MCU Pro
the bottom panel for mounting to a standard VESA
wall mount or floating arm mount, using 75 mm
or 100 mm mounting patterns. These holes accept
M4 (4 mm) screws. The length of the screw will
vary depending on the thickness of the mounting
plate. The screw length is calculated by
determining the thickness of the mounting plate
and adding 0.25 inches to that for the threads to
engage the pemnut in the bottom of the MCU Pro
(see figure below).
The MCU Pro weighs 16.8 lb (7.6 kg) and the
MCU XT Pro weighs 11.0 lb (5.0 kg), so be sure
to select a mounting arm or plate that can support
the weight of the unit.
Since it is unlikely that you will want the MCU Pro
mounted perpindicular to the desktop, make sure
the VESA mount is flexible enough so it may be
properly adjusted for your working space.
and M
CU XT Pro
Many VESA mounts are designed for
video monitors, and the mounting plate
is perpindicular to the desktop surface.
have holes in
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IN OUT
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EXTERNAL
POWER
POWER
3.0A-4.0A
7.5V
UNIVERSAL CONTROL SURFACE EXTENDER
IN OUT
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POWER
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7.5V
UNIVERSAL CONTROL SURFACE EXTENDER
IN
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OUTINOUT IN
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OUT
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EXTERNAL
CONTROL
USER SWITCH
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(INTERNAL)
= MCU
EXTERNAL
POWER
POWER
7.5V 3.0A-4.0A
UNIVERSAL CONTROL SURFACE
Third-party
Multiport
MIDI Interface
MIDI
OUT
MIDI
IN
Connection
(typically USB)
Digital Audio Workstation
MIDI
OUT
MIDI
IN
MIDI
OUT
MIDI
IN
MCU XT Pro MCU XT Pro
MCU Pro
IN OUT
MIDI
EXTERNAL
POWER
POWER
3.0A-4.0A
7.5V
UNIVERSAL CONTROL SURFACE EXTENDER
IN OUT
MIDI
EXTERNAL
POWER
POWER
3.0A-4.0A
7.5V
UNIVERSAL CONTROL SURFACE EXTENDER
IN OUT
MIDI
EXTERNAL
POWER
POWER
3.0A-4.0A
7.5V
UNIVERSAL CONTROL SURFACE EXTENDER
IN
MAIN
OUTINOUT IN
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OUT
PORT 2 PORT 3 PORT 4
EXTERNAL
CONTROL
USER SWITCH
PORT1
EXTERNAL
POWER
POWER
7.5V 3.0A-4.0A
UNIVERSAL CONTROL SURFACE
USB Connection
Digital Audio Workstation
This setup provides the ultimate in DAW control:
32 faders with 32 V-Pots.
You may purchase short MIDI cables to keep
the cabling neat and tidy when connecting
the MCU XT Pros to the MCU Pro.
MIDI
OUT
MIDI
IN
MIDI
OUT
MIDI
IN
MIDI
OUT
MIDI
IN
MCU XT Pro MCU XT Pro MCU XT Pro
MCU Pro
UNIVERSAL CONTROL SURFACE EXTENDER
IN
MAIN
OUTINOUT IN
12
OUT
PORT 2 PORT 3 PORT 4
EXTERNAL
CONTROL
USER SWITCH
PORT1
EXTERNAL
POWER
POWER
7.5V 3.0A-4.0A
UNIVERSAL CONTROL SURFACE
USB Connection
Digital Audio Workstation
MIDI
OUT
MIDI
IN
MIDI
OUT
MIDI
IN
MIDI
OUT
MIDI
IN
MIDI Drum Controller MIDI Synth KeyboardMCU XT Pro
MCU Pro
Hookup Diagrams
Hookup 1: USB
Hookup 2: MIDI
Hookup 3: With Multiple MIDI Devices
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