OWNER’S MANUAL
Big Knob Passive Monitor Controller Important Safety Instructions 11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions.
Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................2 The Big Knob Passive benefits from a proven, bestselling design to deliver professional level control, plus source and monitor selection for studios of any size. TABLE OF CONTENTS.........................................................................3 BIG KNOB PASSIVE FEATURES..........................................................3 INTRODUCTION..................................................................
Big Knob Passive Monitor Controller Hookup Diagram DAW Big Knob Passive is the perfect monitoring tool as a level control for a home / project studio or integrated as part of a larger studio. There are many great things about the Big Knob Passive, but one of the features is no need for power...it can be placed anywhere to your heart’s content! After you’ve decided on a spot, it’s time to make connections.
2. 1/8" Stereo Line Input The rear panel is where to connect various sources feeding IN to the Big Knob Passive. These signals are then routed through the Big Knob Passive and released through the monitor OUT jacks. 3 2 1 The stereo line input may accept an 1/8" line-level signal from a smartphone, MP3 player, or other signal source. The Source Input B 1/4" and 1/8" linelevel connections may be connected simultaneously.
Big Knob Passive Monitor Controller Front Panel Description 7. Mute Switch The mute switch does just what it sounds like it does. It turns off the signal by “routing” it into oblivion. Engaging the mute switch (almost) provides the same result as turning the volume knob all the way down. The front panel is where the magic happens! Once all of the connections on the rear panel have been made, there are several switches and a level control that you may use, manipulate and set to your heart’s content.
Noise/Hum/Buzz If you think your Big Knob Passive has a problem, please check out the following troubleshooting tips and do your best to confirm the problem. Visit the Support section of our website (www.mackie.com/support) where you will find lots of useful information such as FAQs and documentation. You may find the answer to the problem without having to send your Big Knob Passive away.
Big Knob Passive Monitor Controller Appendix B: Technical Information Big Knob Passive Specifications Maximum Levels Frequency Response 0 dBu Input: ±1 dB, 10 Hz – 30 kHz Distortion (THD+N) 0 dBu Input @1 kHz: <0.
Owner’s Manual Big Knob Passive Dimensions 5.4" / 137 mm 5.6" / 142 mm 3.1" / 79 mm WEIGHT 2.2 lb / 1.0 kg WEIG 2.2 lb 1.0 k 3.
Source B Inputs 1/8” • 3,5 mm stereo input defeats the 1/4” • 6,35 inputs Big Knob Passive Monitor Controller L (MONO) L (MONO) DIM –20 dB 0 dB MONO Mono Stereo MUTE Mute Big Knob Passive Monitor Controller Big Knob Passive Block Diagram
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