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- Page 1 402-VLZ3 4-Channel Premium Mic/Line Mixer O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
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 ac- cordance 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. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 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. Use only with a cart, stand, tri- pod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
24. METERS ...17 APPENDIX A: SERVICE INFORMATION ...18 APPENDIX B: CONNECTIONS...19 APPENDIX C: TECHNICAL INFORMATION ...20 402-VLZ3 LIMITED WARRANTY ...23 Please write your serial number here for future reference (i.e., insurance claims, tech support, return authorization, make dad proud, etc.) -
Page 4: Read This Page
1. Plug your microphone into channel 1’s mic input. 2. Turn on the 402-VLZ3. 3. Adjust the input levels. 4. Connect cords from the main outputs to the inputs of your amplifier. -
Page 5: Introduction
802, 1202, 1402, 1642, and 1604-VLZ3. We had a few of these high quality channels left over in engineering, so we decided to put them to good use in the 402-VLZ3. Some of the features include: • 2 mono mic/line channels and 1 stereo line-level channel •... -
Page 6: Hookup Diagrams
Hookup Diagrams Condenser microphone iPod This diagram shows a microphone connected to channel 1's mic input, with the phantom power switch pressed in. A guitar is attached to the instrument input of channel 2, with the instrument switch pressed in. An iPod docking station is connected to the line-level inputs of channels 3 and 4, so you can play to a pre-recorded backing track, or play music during the breaks... - Page 7 Electric Condenser Guitar microphone Amplifier modeler Laptop running Tracktion This diagram shows a condenser microphone connected to channel 1's mic input, with the phantom power switch pressed in. The line-level output from a popular guitar amplifier modeler feeds the line input of channel 2.
- Page 8 Stereo microphone This diagram shows the outputs of a stereo microphone connected to the mic inputs of channels 1 and 2. The stereo pan switch is pressed in, so channel 1 goes only to the left of the main mix, and channel 2 goes to the right. The tape output is connected to a location recording device, with a set of head- phones attached.
- Page 9 Synth 1 Effects/ Sampler Keyboard submix to front-of-house mixer This diagram shows the stereo outputs of a synth connected to the line inputs of channels 1 and 2. The stereo pan switch is pressed in, so channel 1 only goes to the left of the main mix, and channel 2 only goes to the right.
- Page 10 Video out Video Monitor This diagram shows two voice-over microphones connected to the mic inputs of channels 1 and 2. The stereo line-level output from a digital video player connects to the line inputs of channels 3 and 4. A laptop running sound effect software is connected to the tape input. The "assign to main"...
- Page 11 Condenser microphone Amplifier modeler DVD Player This diagram shows how you can use the mixer to control a home studio and a home theater, using the same set of loudspeakers. This is useful if you are short on space, or you are in love with a really nice pair of loudspeakers and want to share them between your home theater and home studio.
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Page 12: Features
Features 40-VLZ3... -
Page 13: Power Switch
XLR male mic connector. Professional ribbon, dynamic, and con- denser mics will all sound excellent through these inputs. The 402-VLZ3’s mic inputs will handle any kind of mic level you can toss at them, without overloading. PHANTOM POWER... -
Page 14: Instrument Switch (Ch.1-2)
Without this “virtual pad,” this scenario might lead to channel clipping. “U” LIKE UNITY GAIN Mackie mixers have a “U” symbol on almost every level control. This “U” stands 40-VLZ3 for “unity gain,” meaning no change in signal level. -
Page 15: Stereo Pan Switch (Ch.1-2)
range represents the punch in bass drums, bass guitar, fat synth patches, –5 –10 and some really seri- –15 ous male singers. Low EQ Used in conjunc- tion with the low cut [5] switch, you can boost the low –5 EQ without injecting –10 a ton of subsonic... -
Page 16: Tape Assign To Main
15. TAPE ASSIGN to MAIN Press this switch in to add the tape input to the main mix. Press it out if you do not want the tape input to play in the main mix. This allows DJ-style cueing of the tape input in your headphones before it is added to the main mix for your audience. -
Page 17: Phones Level
“in the ballpark.” You don’t have to stare at them (unless you want to). Congratulations! You’ve just read about all the features of your 402-VLZ3. You’re prob- ably ready for a cold shower. Go ahead. Owner’s Manual... -
Page 18: Appendix A: Service Information
Appendix A: Service Information If you think your 402-VLZ3 has a problem, please check out the following troubleshoot- ing tips and do your best to confirm the problem. Visit the support section of our website (www.mackie.com) where you will find lots of useful information such as FAQs, and documentation. -
Page 19: Appendix B: Connections
Appendix B: Connections “XLR” Connectors Mackie mixers use 3-pin female “XLR” connectors on all microphone inputs, with pin 1 wired to the grounded (earthed) shield, pin 2 wired to the “high” (”hot” or positive polarity) side of the audio signal and pin 3 wired to the “low”... -
Page 20: Appendix C: Technical Information
+0 dB/–3 dB at any time without notice. “Mackie,” and the “Running Man” are regis- tered trademarks of LOUD Technologies Inc. All other brand names mentioned are trade- marks or registered trademarks of their respec- –129.5 dBu... -
Page 21: Block Diagram
Block Diagram Main Main Owner’s Manual... -
Page 22: Dimensions
40.7 mm 7.3 in/ 185.5 mm Microphone Stand The bottom panel of the 402-VLZ3 has three non-threaded holes that allow it to be fitted with an optional microphone stand adapter. This lets you support the mixer on a standard mic stand, and adjust its height and level to whatever suits your strangely- complex set of preferences. -
Page 23: 402-Vlz3 Limited Warranty
LOUD-authorized reseller or dealer. The Product Warranty will not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser of the product (hereinafter, “Customer,” “you” or “your”). For products purchased outside the U.S. or Canada, please visit www.mackie.com/warranty to find contact information for your local distributor, and information on any warranty coverage provided by the distributor in your local market. - Page 24 16220 Wood-Red Road NE • Woodinville, WA 98072 • USA United States and Canada: 800.898.3211 Europe, Asia, Central and South America: 425.487.4333 Middle East and Africa: 31.20.654.4000 Fax: 425.487.4337 • www.mackie.com E-mail: sales@mackie.com...