D8B Manual • Chapter 1 • page 4
Introduction
T
his Guide reflects the newest and most
progressive features and options available
on the Mackie Digital 8•Bus. The D8B is
designed to grow with the audio industry. Each
software revision provides new features and
capabilities, updating your console and ensuring
that your investment remains current for many
years to come.
An increasing number of other manufacturers
have jumped on the D8B band wagon. Through
affiliations with companies like Apogee, TC
Electronics, Massenburg, dbx, and Antares,
Mackie Designs has provided an environment
where third-party plug-ins let you design the
perfect system for your needs—all within the
Digital 8•Bus architecture!
About This Manual
This manual is the “let’s just do it” guide. Each
chapter covers an important consideration:
• Chapter 1 describes basic setup procedures with
an emphasis on achieving successful routing of an
audio source to your monitors.
• Chapter 2 briefly describes all surface controls.
• Chapter 3 describes the on-screen interface.
• Chapter 4 highlights some typical applications.
If you’d like to move ahead at light-speed, try
jumping directly to Chapter 4, using Chapters 2 and 3
as a reference. If you crave details, or if you’re new
to recording—especially digital recording—don’t
forget to check out our website for more info at
www.mackie.com.
Let’s Get It Working
This is a step-by-step guide to get the Digital 8•Bus
working. We assume you’ve pulled everything out
of the box and are ready to start working.
First, you’ll need:
• 1 Stereo Power Amplifier
• 1 pair of Monitor Speakers (you can substitute a
pair of powered monitors for the power amplifier/
monitor speaker combo, or some stereo
headphones)
• Miscellaneous cables
• 1 cup of coffee (we think any native Seattle-based
beverage heightens the Mackie experience)
Hooking Stuff Up
First, connect the Remote CPU to the console.
1. Connect the DC power cable between the Remote
CPU and the console. Rotate the outer sleeve of
the connector clockwise until the sleeve is snug
and finger-tight.
Caution: The Remote CPU weighs 42 pounds,
so we recommend that if you mount it in a
rack, you place it at the bottom of the rack
and provide additional support at the rear of
the unit.
PARALLEL
MOUSE
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THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS OR REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "DIGITAL SYSTEMS", D8B AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE •
CONSOLE DATA
KEYBOARD
CONSOLE
DATA
POWER
SUPPLY
WARNING:
SHUT OFF REMOTE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CONNECTING
OR DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY CABLE FROM CONSOLE
AUX
1
AUX
2
AUX
3
AUX
4
AUX
5
AUX
6
AUX
7
AUX
8
AUX
9
AUX
10
AUX
11
AUX
12
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
TALKBACK
PHONES 2
19
13
PUNCH I/O
PHONES 1
20
14
21
15
22
16
2 TRACK IN A
23
17
24
18
MASTER OUT
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
11
MIC
MIC
10
MIC
9
MIC
8
MIC
7
MIC
6
MIC
5
MIC
4
MIC
3
MIC
2
MIC
1
MIC
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
+48V
PH
LINE IN
INSERT
2 TRACK IN B
STUDIO OUT
2 TRACK IN C
MASTER OUT
L R
L
R
CR
MAIN
BUS OUT 1-8
&
SURROUND OUT
CR
NEAR FIELD
AUX OUT
(BAL/UNBAL)
LINE INPUTS
(BAL /UNBAL)
L R
L R
L R
L R
L R
L R
PATENTS PENDING
MACKIE DESIGNS
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE AND
2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION
TAPE 1
-
8
TAPE 9
-
16
TAPE 17
-
24
DIGITAL EFFECTS CARDS
DIGITAL I/O
SYNC
ALT I/O
TAPE IN/OUTS
DIGITAL I/O
1
AES/EBU
DIGITAL I/O
2
S/PDIF
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
SERIAL NUMBER
MANUFACTURING DATE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
REPLACE WITH THE SAME TYPE FUSE AND RATING.
DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE
UTILISE UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MÊME TYPE.
DEBRANCHER AVANT DE REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
AVIS:
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE — NE PAS OUVRIR
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INPUT
72
CHANNEL
DIGITAL MIXER
12
A B C D
WARNING:
SHUT OFF POWER TO UNIT BEFORE INSTALLING OR REMOVING CARDS!
ANALOG I/O
ANALOG IN
ANALOG OUT
120/230V
1.0/0.5A
120V
60Hz, 2.8A
SERIAL NUMBER
MANUFACTURING DATE
MACKIE DESIGNS
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO
THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: 1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE AND 2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED THAT
MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION
Data Cable
DC Power
Cable
Multi-Sync Video Monitor
PS/2 Mouse
PC-Compatible Keyboard
