Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor Owner's Manual
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- Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 1
QUAD COMP/GATE 4-CHANNEL DIGITAL COMPRESSOR/GATE OWNER'S MANUAL �� �� �� �� ���� ��� ���� ��� ���� ��� ��� ���� ��� ���� ���� ��� ��� ���� �� ���� ���� ���� ��� - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 2
QUAD-COMP/GATE Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED whichever is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from digital - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 3
16 Compressor Artifacts 17 Appendix A: Service Information........ 18 Warranty Service 18 Troubleshooting 18 Repair 19 Appendix B: Connections 20 Appendix C: Technical Info 21 Specifications 21 Block Diagram 22 Limited Warranty 23 Don't forget to visit our website at www.mackie.com - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 4
. The four channel gate/expander and compressor/ limiter has a friendly Quad Comp/Gate hooked up, and you're probably not going to read this manual at all. Or you might not admit to it anyway. If your conscience does get the better of you, read the safety instructions and the Getting Started guide - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 5
READ THIS PAGE!! Even if you never reads manuals, please read and digest the safety instructions on page 2, and this page before you begin using the Quad Comp/Gate. Oh go on, please. Connections If you already know how you want to connect the Quad Comp/Gate, go right ahead and connect the inputs and - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 6
�� ���� �� ��� ��� � �� ��� � � � � � � � � ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� CHANNEL COMPRESSION USING INSERTS 6 QUAD COMP/GATE - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 7
���� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � SYSTEM LIMITING, IN-LINE WITH MAIN MIX Owner's Manual 7 - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 8
� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� USING CHANNEL INSERTS AND SUBGROUP INSERTS 8 QUAD COMP/GATE - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 9
���� �� ��� ��� � �� ��� ���� �� ��� � �� ���� �� ��� ��� � �� ���� �� ��� ��� � �� ���� �� ��� ��� � �� ��� TWO IDEAS FOR USING THE SIDECHAIN SENDS AND RETURNS Owner's Manual 9 - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 10
AC line noise. 2. POWER switch Press the top edge of this rocker switch in to turn on the Quad Comp/Gate. Turn it off by pressing the bottom edge of the rocker switch. 3. SIDE CHAIN SEND These 1/4" TRS jacks output the channel signals after the gate section, and before the compressor. These can - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 11
-linked limiters are often used for the main mix in front of amp/speakers systems for protection purposes. Stereo-linking the compressors will help prevent your main mix from panning left or right as compression occurs. (When channels are linked, each channel's compression or gating is triggered - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 12
you must seek, For the compressor knobs to work, use the COMP button in the bottom left hand corner. Using the knobs to adjust the gate Press GATE, then use these knobs to adjust the gate. (Use the labels above each knob.) If you press EXP to engage the downward expander, then the RATIO knob sets - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 13
�� � �� ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� �� Gate Overview The gate is a standard noise gate with variable key filters, and a downward expander function. It comes before the compressor in the Quad Comp/Gate signal path. Signals that are below the threshold - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 14
allow you to quickly identify target frequencies by ear. For an example of how to use key filter, suppose you have the Quad Comp/Gate connected using channel inserts (as in figure 1 on page 6). It receives the individual channel signals and sends them back to your mixer: 1. On your mixer, remove the - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Compressor Overview The compressor is a standard compressor with variable key filters, sidechain input, and an auto control. It comes after the gate in the signal path of the Quad Comp/Gate (peak limiting). You channel can be used to trigger the compression for that channel. This can be really useful - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 16
that channel to the headphones. 3. Engage the key listen by pressing and holding either of the key filter knobs on the Quad Comp/Gate for 2 seconds. 4. Use the key filter frequency and width controls to identify the frequency range to trigger compression. 5. Make appropriate compressor parameter - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 17
Owner's Manual Compressor Artifacts Two uncomplimentary terms often used to describe the sound of a compressor are breathing and pumping. . Few recordings are made in an absolutely silent environment, however. Any ambient noise in the room will be boosted when the gain rises, creating an artificial - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 18
your Quad Comp/Gate has a problem, please do everything you can to confirm it before calling for service. Doing so might save you from the deprivation of your Quad Comp/Gate and the associated suffering. These may sound obvious to you, but here are some things you can check. Read on: Troubleshooting - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 19
local dealers or distributors. If your Quad Comp/Gate needs service, follow these instructions: 1. Review the preceding troubleshooting suggestions. Please. 2. Call Tech Support at 1-800-898-3211, 7 am to 5 pm PST, to explain the problem and request a Service Request Number. Have your serial number - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 20
The Quad Comp/Gate inputs or plug. TRS jacks and plugs are used for balanced signals and stereo headphones: a very handy way of connecting your Quad Comp/Gate. (The hookup diagrams show some examples of the Quad Comp/Gate is carried on the tip, and the return from the output of the Quad Comp/Gate to - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Manual Appendix C: Technical Info Specifications Frequency Response 15 Hz-20 kHz ±0.2 dB THD 0.01% (15 Hz-20 kHz) Signal to Noise Ratio Analog in to Analog out, ref to +4 dBu: 104 dB Propagation delay 3.2 mS Gate specifications at any time without notice. "Mackie," and the "Running Man" are - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 22
22 QUAD-COMP/GATE Block Diagram QUAD COMP/GATE � ��� ���� ��� �� ���� ∑ ��� � � - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 23
Manual Quad Comp/Gate Limited Mackie product is within the warranty period. D. To obtain factory-authorized service: 1. Call Mackie Technical Support problem or establish the starting date of your Limited Warranty, we may, at our option, charge for service authorized service centers may use - Mackie Quad Gate/Compressor | Owner's Manual - Page 24
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