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Mackie VLZ4 Owner's Manual

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24-/32-Channel 4-Bus FX Mixer with USB
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  • Page 1 VLZ4 4•Bus 24-/32-Channel 4-Bus FX Mixer with USB O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural VLZ4 4•Bus 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Getting Started ............6 45. USB Switch ..........20 Hookup Diagrams ............ 7 2-Track, USB, Aux Masters And Meters ....21 VLZ4 4•Bus Features ..........9 46. Lamp ............. 21 Rear Panel - Connections ........9 47. Suck Knob ..........21 Mic Ins ............

  • Page 4: Features

    60mm long-wearing log-taper faders • High-resolution 12-segment stereo meters • Sealed rotary control resist dust and grime • “Built-Like-A-Tank” rugged steel chassis with powder-coat finish • High-visibility, high-contrast controls deliver convenient “at-a-glance” visual feedback • Universal power supply for worldwide use VLZ4 4•Bus...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    In pursuit of the ultimate “do-it-all” Live Sound Mixer, we threw in the kitchen sink and packed this bad The VLZ4 4•Bus Series Mixers feature a 4x2 USB boy with a full set of processors allowing you to travel recording and playback function. This means up to four “rack free”...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Better yet, turn off the power. • When shutting down, turn off any power amplifiers or powered speakers first. When powering up, turn them on last. This will reduce the chance of turn-on or turn-off thumps. • Save the shipping box! VLZ4 4•Bus...

  • Page 7: Hookup Diagrams

    Ampeg rig which is connected (via DI) to the mic 20 input. The last four mono channels of each 24 and 32-channel VLZ4 4•Bus mixer have built-in compressors, so feel free to "squeeze" the vocals and bass to heart's desire since they lie here. Last, but not least, a DJ is spinning records connected (via a d.2 Pro DJ mixer) to the line inputs on stereo channels 21/22.
  • Page 8 Once the band has played a few shows and feel that the songs are up to par, then it's time to record them for posterity and all three adoring fans. The good thing is that the VLZ4 4•Bus mixer functions great in both environments...

  • Page 9: Vlz4 4•Bus Features

    VLZ4 4•Bus Features 21/22 23/24 MONITOR SUBGROUP INSERTS TIP SEND, RINGRETURN INSERTS (TIP SEND, RING RETURN) BAL / UNBAL BAL / UNBAL MONO SUBGROUP OUTS MONITOR MONO LINE (BAL / UNBAL) BAL / UNBAL AUX INSERTS STEREO RETURNS TIP SEND, RING RETURN...

  • Page 10: Insert

    Level control is available -20 dB to +20 dB if you are feeding another zone. connecting a mono source. Use the left (mono) stereo return input, and the mono signals will appear on both sides of the main mix. VLZ4 4•Bus...

  • Page 11: L/R Main Outs: Xlr & 1/4

    21/22 23/24 MONITOR SUBGROUP INSERTS TIP SEND, RINGRETURN INSERTS (TIP SEND, RING RETURN) BAL / UNBAL BAL / UNBAL MONO SUBGROUP OUTS MONITOR LINE (BAL / UNBAL) MONO BAL / UNBAL AUX INSERTS STEREO RETURNS TIP SEND, RING RETURN BAL / UNBAL ONYX MIC PREAMPS MONO AUX SENDS...

  • Page 12: Aux Inserts

    This 1/4" TRS connector supplies the output to stereo headphones. It is the same signal that is routed to the monitor outputs [15-16]. The volume is controlled with the phones knob [69], right next to the monitor knob [68]. VLZ4 4•Bus...
  • Page 13 21/22 23/24 MONITOR SUBGROUP INSERTS TIP SEND, RINGRETURN INSERTS (TIP SEND, RING RETURN) BAL / UNBAL BAL / UNBAL MONO SUBGROUP OUTS MONITOR LINE (BAL / UNBAL) MONO BAL / UNBAL AUX INSERTS STEREO RETURNS TIP SEND, RING RETURN BAL / UNBAL ONYX MIC PREAMPS MONO AUX SENDS...

  • Page 14: Talkback Mic

    AC outlet. The VLZ4 4•Bus Series Mixers have a universal power and the AC mains supply. supply that can accept any AC voltage ranging from As a general guide, you should turn on your 100 VAC to 240 VAC.

  • Page 15: Front Panel - Knob Twiddlin' Section

    VLZ4 4•Bus Features Front Panel - Channel Strip GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN LINE GAIN LINE GAIN SUCK 100% -20dB +40dB -20dB +40dB -20dB +40dB -20dB +40dB -20dB +40dB -20dB +40dB 2-TRACK RETURN USB OUT LOW CUT LOW CUT...

  • Page 16: Gain Control

    “U” like Unity gain down there that you want to hear, and filtering it out VLZ4 mixers have a “U” symbol on almost every level makes the low stuff you do want much more crisp and control. It stands for “unity gain,” meaning no change in tasty.

  • Page 17: Compressor

    26. Compressor COMP Each of the last four mono channels in the VLZ4 4•Bus mixer has an in-line compressor circuit with a variable threshold. This is very useful for compression of vocals, and snare drums, for example, COMP so you might consider connecting your microphones and drum mics to these channels, rather than other channels.

  • Page 18: Aux Sends 1-6

    FX MASTER TO AUX 1 FX MAS to return the output from external All VLZ4 4•Bus mono channels have 3-band EQ with processors back to the main mix. shelving high, peaking mid with adjustable mid Carefully adjust how much of each frequency and shelving low.

  • Page 19: High Eq

    COMP COMP COMP COMP TO LR -20dB -20dB -20dB 31. High EQ 37. Pan The high EQ provides up to This control allows you to adjust 15 dB of boost or cut above how much of the channel signal 12 kHz, and it is also flat (no is sent to the left versus the right boost or cut) at the detent.

  • Page 20: Sig Led

    Used in switch overrides both the TRS inputs [5] and the FX2 conjunction with the channel's balance knob [37], they switch [44]. are used to determine the destination of the channel's signal. VLZ4 4•Bus...

  • Page 21: 2-Track, Usb, Aux Masters And Meters

    LINE GAIN So, the original unprocessed “dry” signals go from SUCK the channels to the main mix, and the processed “wet” signals go from the stereo returns to the main mix, and once mixed together, the dry and wet signals combine to 100% 2-TRACK RETURN USB OUT...

  • Page 22: Usb Out

    [28]. If it does not turn on, make sure the power cord is correctly inserted at both ends, the local AC mains VLZ4 4•Bus supply is active, and the power switch [20] is on.

  • Page 23: Left/Right Level Meters

    58. Left/Right Level Meters 60. Solo Mode These peak meters are made up of two columns of Engaging a channel's solo switch [41] will cause this twelve LEDs, with three colors to indicate different dramatic turn of events: Any existing source selection ranges of signal level, traffic light style.

  • Page 24: Stereo Effects Processors, Headphones, Talkback

    1 and/or aux 2 by adjusting the stored into the FX memory after about one second. 'FX to aux' control [62]. When the VLZ4 4•Bus mixer is turned on, the FX section will load up the last-used preset. VLZ4 4•Bus...

  • Page 25: Preset Selector, Tap Delay And Led

    [17] outputs. This control is independent of, and prior corner of each VLZ4 4•Bus mixer. Further details of to, the monitor [68] and phones [69] level controls. each preset are explained in Appendix E on page 37.

  • Page 26: Monitor Level

    72. Compressor with some headphones. BE CAREFUL! Always turn this Each of the four groups in the VLZ4 4•Bus mixer has control all the way down before connecting headphones, an in-line compressor circuit with a variable or pressing a solo switch [41, 49, 53, 55, 73], or doing threshold.

  • Page 27: Group 1-4 Faders

    Ok, congratulations are now over. Time to plug in your two groups as a stereo pair, group 1 and 2 for example, VLZ4 4•Bus mixer, power it on, and start twiddlin' some make sure that both group faders “ride” together to knobs! maintain the left/right balance.

  • Page 28: Appendix A: Service Information

    “Contact Tech Support” and select “Locate a Service Center Troubleshooting or Distributor” [3]. Service for VLZ4 mixers living outside the United States may be obtained through local dealers or distributors. Bad Channel If you do not have access to our website, you can •...
  • Page 29 When wired for stereo, a 1⁄4" TRS jack or plug is connected tip to left, ring to right and sleeve to ground (earth). VLZ4 mixers do not directly Unbalanced RCA Connector accept 1-plug-type stereo microphones. They must be separated into a left cord and a right Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 30 If you insert a TS (mono) 1⁄4" plug only partially (to phone. They are unbalanced, but have both the mixer the first click) into a VLZ4 insert jack, the plug will not output (send) and the mixer input (return) signals in activate the jack switch and will not open the insert one connector.

  • Page 31: Appendix C: Technical Information

    Appendix C: Technical Information Specifications Noise Characteristics: 4-Band Equalization (stereo channels) (Mic in to Insert Send out, max gain.) Low: ±15 dB @ 80 Hz termination: –128.5 dBu Low-Mid: ±15 dB @ 400 Hz (20 Hz–20 kHz bandwidth, 1/4" Main out, channel gains @ High-Mid: ±15 dB @ 2.5 kHz unity gain, channel EQs flat, all channels assigned to Main Mix,...
  • Page 32 Tape Tape Input 2 track Input Level Solo Stereo Return 1 & 2 To Main Mix Solo Hudson River To Aux 1 To Aux 2 Central Park To Aux 3 To Aux 4 Talkback Level Aux1-4 Talkback Assign VLZ4 4•Bus...
  • Page 33 Mono Insert Mono level Mono Out L sum L Insert Main Out R sum R Insert Main level Tape Out to USB 1-2 Sub 1 Sub 2 Sub 1-2 to USB 3-4 Main L-R USB Out Sub 3 Aux 5 Sub 4 Aux 6 Sub 3-4...
  • Page 34 AUX 5/6 AUX 5/6 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE SOLO SOLO SOLO SOLO SOLO SOLO SOLO SOLO SOLO SOLO SOLO VLZ4 4•Bus...
  • Page 35 Track Sheet - Comp & Stereo Channels and Master Section GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN LINE GAIN LINE GAIN SUCK 100% -20dB +40dB -20dB +40dB -20dB +40dB -20dB +40dB -20dB +40dB 2-TRACK RETURN USB OUT LOW CUT LOW CUT LOW CUT LOW CUT LOW CUT CH 1-2...
  • Page 36 Dimensions WEIGHT 31.0 lb 14.1 kg 6.0 in 153 mm 29.4 in / 748 mm 1.8 in 46 mm WEIGHT 39.0 lb 17.7 kg 6.0 in 153 mm 38.0 in / 964 mm 1.8 in 46 mm VLZ4 4•Bus...

  • Page 37: Appendix D: Usb

    Appendix D: USB The built-in USB interface allows for some USB output FROM the mixer - recording, etc: powerful and flexible routing. It is a 4x2 interface (1) A variety of different signals may be recorded allowing you to record up to four streams from the via the USB output section, depending on the setup.

  • Page 38: Appendix E: Table Of Effects Presets

    Delay times can easily be customized to suit the moment electric guitars. by using the Tap feature. For presets 17 to 24, the delay can be entered by tapping the preset selector knobs [65] more than once. VLZ4 4•Bus...

  • Page 39: Limited Warranty

    VLZ4 4•Bus Limited Warranty Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place. This Limited Product Warranty (“Product Warranty”) is provided by LOUD Technologies Inc. (“LOUD”) and is applicable to products purchased in the United States or Canada through a LOUD-authorized reseller or dealer.
  • Page 40 16220 Wood-Red Road NE Woodinville, WA 98072 • USA Phone: 425.487.4333 Toll-free: 800.898.3211 Fax: 425.487.4337 www.720trees.com...

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