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. 1163 Nicole Court Glendora, CA 91740 • USA Tel: (909) 394-9007 • Fax: (909) 394-9411 Web: www.macklabs.com email: info@macklabs.
General Safety Instructions Always follow these basic safety precautions when using the system: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Read carefully and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. DO NOT block or cover ventilation slots and openings. DO NOT place the product in a closed enclosure or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. Never spill liquid on the product or drop objects into the ventilation slots and openings.
Table of Contents 1. 1.1. 1.2. 1.3. OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................... Features and Capabilities .......................................................................... General Specifications .............................................................................. Hardware Configurations ......................................................................... 1 1 1 2 2. INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION ....................
Shipping Container Contents 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.
1 OVERVIEW 1.1 Features and Capabilities The Mackenzie MacFi system is the most cost effective series of solid state digital audio record / playback systems available to the industry. Backed by Mackenzie’s years of system design experience, MacFi offers a great deal of functionality in a compact and inexpensive package. The MacFi retrieves stored audio data from non-volatile flash memory, eliminating the need for battery backup, and delivers superb sound quality.
Audio Input: Line: Mic: Level: RCA, 10k ohm 1/8” mini jack, up to 1.5k ohm +4dBm max., adjustable Audio Output: Line: Amplified: Level: RCA, transformer isolated, 600 ohm Terminal, bridged into 8 ohm Adjustable, Line: +4dBm max. Amp: 4 watt max.
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. 2.1 Installation Steps These are the general steps for installation. 1. Find a space on the wall or table. For table top applications, install included rubber feet.
2.2.2 Configuration Switches 1 4 8 position DIP Switch: 8 UP ( ) position is OFF. DOWN ( ) position is ON. 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.
If multiple inputs are held active the system will play one sequence of the first message and then cycle through any other active messages sequentially, based on the order which they were activated. The message corresponding to the lower input number will have priority should multiple inputs be activated at exactly the same time.
Memory Protect Enable record Disable record 8 MacFi Quikey V 1.0 11/25/98 Mackenzie Laboratories, Inc.
Play Next Enabling Next Message allows Start 8 input(Connector 1, Pos. 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. 7 Memory Protect Allows the user to lock message memory so that messages may not be accidentally overwritten.
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. Mono. 1/8” mini jack. Up to 1.5k ohm impedance. This specification is compatible with most consumer grade microphones(Radio Shack Omnidirectional Dynamic P/N 33-2001).
2.3 Manual Button & LED Configuration Push buttons and LED’s are located on the top of the MacFi allowing easy and convenient message recording and playback. The following describes use of the Status and Message Sections. 2.3.1 2.3.2 2.3.3 Overdrive Indicator This red LED monitors the level of the recording input. Overdriving the system will cause audio to clip, adversely effecting sound quality. Monitor the input material and set the input level just below overdrive for the best results.
If a message is setup for recording, with both the record and the message LEDs blinking, pressing this button will initiate the recording process. Pressing it again, with the recording in process, will stop the recording. Pressing this button with no LEDs blinking will have no effect. 2.3.6 Select Button This button selects the message for recording or playing. Depressing this button sequences through the individual message positions, represented by the message LED’s.
Step 4 – Listen to record source through monitor and/or reference Overdrive LED to verify level and queue material. Step 5 – Depress Start/Stop button to begin recording and start audio source. Message and Record LED’s will remain solid during recording. Step 6 – Depress Start/Stop button to end recording and exit Record Setup Record setup will time out after 1 minute of inactivity. 3.
3.4 Playing-Remote Control Remote Control playback is achieved through the I/O connections located on the endplate of the MacFi unit. Please reference the Hardware Configuration section of this manual for additional information on available connections. Playback of message will include selected repeat and delay parameters. Step 1 – Make all desired power, audio out, configuration switch and I/O connections to the unit and power up. Unit will initiate self test and default to idle mode.
4 WARRANTY, SERVICE & RETURNS The industrial grade housing and quality construction of the Mackenzie MacFi virtually eliminates the need for service or maintenance. There are no user-serviceable components within the Mackenzie MacFi. Refer all servicing to the factory. 4.1 Warranty Coverage: The Mackenzie MacFi is tested and checked before shipment and is guaranteed against defective material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
Warranty & Registration Card for the MacFi - Eight Message Digital Audio Record/Play System Date: Serial No.: Purchaser: Address: City: Phone: State: Fax: Zip: Email: Purchased From: Date: Address: City: Phone: State: Fax: Zip: Email: Return warranty card to Mackenzie Laboratories Inc., 1163 Nicole Court, Glendora, CA 91740 USA - or Email information to registration@macklabs.
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