Mackie PORTABLE RECORDING PREAMP Manuel D’Utilisation

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We know that many of you can’t wait to get your new 

Onyx Satellite computer interface hooked up, and you’re 
probably not going to read the manual first (sigh!). So 
the first section after this introduction is a Quick-Start 
Guide called “Getting Started” to help you get the Onyx 
Satellite set up fast so you can start using it right away. 
Right after that are the ever popular hook-up diagrams 
that show typical setups for various recording applications.

Then, when you have time, read the Features Descrip-

tion section. This describes every knob, button, and 
connection point on the Onyx Satellite.

Throughout this section you’ll find illustrations with 

each feature numbered. If you want to know more about 
a feature, simply locate it on the appropriate illustra-
tion, notice the number attached to it, and find that 
number in the nearby paragraphs.

This icon marks information that is 
critically important or unique to the 
Onyx Satellite. For your own good, 
read them and remember them. 
They will be on the final test.

This icon leads you to in-depth expla-
nations of features and practical tips. 
While not mandatory, they usually 
have some valuable nugget of informa-
tion.

Appendix B is a section on connectors: XLR connec-

tors, balanced connectors, unbalanced connectors, and 
the insert connectors used on the Onyx Satellite.

More resources on our website at www.mackie.com.
THE FAQs

Click on Support to find answers to many of your ques-

tions. The FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section is 
filled with answers to many of the questions our Techni-
cal Support staff has fielded over the years.

Visit our forums to seek help from our online commu-

nity of Mackie users.

The “Glossary of Terms” is a fairly comprehensive 

dictionary of pro-audio terms. If terms like “clipping,” 
“noise floor,” or “unbalanced” leave you blank, refer to 
this glossary for a quick explanation.

“Arcane Mysteries” discusses some of the down ‘n’ 

dirty practical realities of microphones, fixed installa-
tions, grounding, and balanced versus unbalanced lines. 
It’s a goldmine for the neophyte, and even the seasoned 
pro might learn a thing or two.

•  Innovative 2-piece FireWire Recording System for 

professional recording on a PC or Mac

•  Dual Onyx mic preamps for superior sound quality 

versus competing interfaces 

•  8 inputs for connection of microphones, line 

sources, and instruments 

•  6 line-level outputs 

•  24-bit/96 kHz capable sound quality 

•  Built-in control room functions include talkback 

and A/B monitor switching 

•  6-channel volume control allows for surround sound 

mixing 

•  Firewire protocol for low latency real-time recording 

•  Satellite pod can be bus powered for field use or 

externally powered, for added convenience 

•  Works with all ASIO and Core Audio compatible 

software, Mac and PC (also compatible with  
GigaSampler GSIF drivers) 

•  Pod provides 2 in/2 out audio streams; “Docked” pod 

and base station provide 2 in/6 out audio streams

•  Bundled with full version of Tracktion 2 software for 

a complete recording solution on a PC or Mac 

•  Indestructo Mackie construction holds up to the 

rigors of field recording