Mackenzie MacFi User Manual

Mackenzie MacFi User Manual

Eight message digital audio record/play system

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MACKENZIE
Eight Message Digital Audio Record/Play System
User's Manual
Version 1.0 Revised 11/25/98
Doc 99-20-038
MACKENZIE LABORATORIES, INC.
Tel: (909) 394-9007 • Fax: (909) 394-9411
1163 Nicole Court
Web: www.macklabs.com
Glendora, CA 91740 • USA
email: info@macklabs.com

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  • Page 1 MACKENZIE Eight Message Digital Audio Record/Play System User's Manual Version 1.0 Revised 11/25/98 Doc 99-20-038 MACKENZIE LABORATORIES, INC. Tel: (909) 394-9007 • Fax: (909) 394-9411 1163 Nicole Court Web: www.macklabs.com Glendora, CA 91740 • USA email: info@macklabs.com...
  • Page 2: General Safety Instructions

    General Safety Instructions Always follow these basic safety precautions when using the system: 1. Read carefully and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. DO NOT block or cover ventilation slots and openings. 4.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents OVERVIEW ...................... 1 1.1. Features and Capabilities ................1 1.2. General Specifications ................1 1.3. Hardware Configurations ................. 2 INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION ..............3 2.1. Installation Steps ..................3 2.2. Hardware Configuration ................3 2.2.1. Power ....................3 2.2.2.
  • Page 4: Optional Accessories

    The following items should be found in the container of Digital Audio Record/Play System: MacFi System Installation and User Guide Set of four rubber feet Optional Accessories 12 VDC, 1.0 amp power pack, 115 V 50/60Hz, Order: MacFi-PS, P/N 40010008-1) Rack Mount Kit, Order: MacFi RM-Kit...
  • Page 5: Overview

    The MacFi is offered in either 8 or 16 minute versions and supports up to 6.5kHz bandwidth and 60 dB of dynamic range. System capacity is 8 randomly and instantly accessible messages.
  • Page 6: Hardware Configurations

    10" W x 8" L x 1.5" H 18 gauge cold rolled steel chassis Texture coated paint process *Rack mount kit available Regulatory Agency Approvals: UL/CSA approval on external power pack. Hardware Configurations MacFi 8 – 8 messages, 8 minutes MacFi 16 – 8 messages, 16 minutes...
  • Page 7: Installation & Configuration

    2 INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION This section provides complete instructions for mounting the MacFi, 8 Message Digital Audio Record / Play System on a wall or table. It also illustrates all interface requirements to auxiliary equipment, including inputs and outputs. Configuration switch settings are provided.
  • Page 8: Configuration Switches

    This user adjustable dip switch is provided to allow the user to tailor the operation of the MacFi to meet their demands. NOTE: This dip switch is read by the system only upon power up. Changing the position of the dip switch while the module is powered up will have no affect on the operation of the system.
  • Page 9 Play one sequence per closure: If an activation input is maintained, the system will only play the message sequence one time. The MacFi will wait for the input to go inactive for 100ms before it will recognize that input for subsequent message activations.
  • Page 11: Connector 1

    Play Next Enabling Next Message allows Disable Start 8 input(Connector 1, Pos. Enable 9) to initiate playback of next valid message sequence. First input after power on will play message 1. All operation modes are supporated and other start inputs (1 - 7) are disabled. Memory Protect Enables record ability Allows the user to lock message...
  • Page 12: Audio In Level

    1 Record Input, connect to common to enter record setup mode. 2 Future Use 3 Future Use For remote recording procedure, reference section 3.2. 2.2.5 Audio In Level Potentiometer to adjust record level. +4dBm maximum input level. 2.2.6 Audio In Mic Microphone input for recording messages.
  • Page 13: Manual Button & Led Configuration

    Manual Button & LED Configuration Push buttons and LED’s are located on the top of the MacFi allowing easy and convenient mes- sage recording and playback. The following describes use of the Status and Message Sections. 2.3.1 Overdrive Indicator This red LED monitors the level of Input is not overdriving the system the recording input.
  • Page 14: Select Button

    Recording - Local Local recording is achieved through the LED’s and buttons located on the top of the MacFi unit. Please reference the Manual Button & LED Configuration section of this manual for additional information on functions. Step 1 – Make all desired power, audio in, audio out, configuration switch and I/O connections to the unit and power up.
  • Page 15: Recording - Remote Control

    Playing-Local Local playback is achieved through the LED’s and buttons located on the top of the MacFi unit. Please reference the Manual Button & LED Configuration section of this manual for additional information on functions. Playback of messages will include selected repeat and delay parameters.
  • Page 16: Playing-Remote Control

    ON, at which time it may be released. Record Indicator will remain ON and Message LED’s will cycle while system runs audio memory check. This process could take up to 15 minutes on the MacFi 8 and up to 30 minutes on the MacFi 16.
  • Page 17: Warranty, Service & Returns

    To get warranty service for your MacFi system, you must provide proof of the date of original purchase. In the event you need to ship your MacFi system to the factory for service, call us for a return authorization number. When you ship your MacFi system, you must prepay all shipping cost.
  • Page 18 Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Fax: Email: Purchased From: Date: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Fax: Email: Return warranty card to Mackenzie Laboratories Inc., 1163 Nicole Court, Glendora, CA 91740 USA - or - Email information to registration@macklabs.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Notes:...
  • Page 19 Music-Thru, individual message enable/disable, message sequencing and night answer. Digital Message Repeaters - Mackenzie’s line of Digital Message repeaters are the ideal audio and video solutions for Information, Amusement, Entertainment, Museum and Exhibit applications.

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