Owner's Manual 5
Features
• ProvenVLZ3low-noise,high-headroomdesign
•StudiogradeXDR2
™
mic preamps
•130dBdynamicrange
•Distortionunder0.0007%
(20 Hz - 20 kHz)
•Phantompowerforstudio
condenser mics
• 4subgroups,eachwithdedicatedcompressors
for total dynamic control
• Dedicatedin-linechannelcompressionfor
critical inputs
• 3-bandactiveEQwithcarefullyselected
frequency ranges for maximum flexibility
• Dual32-bitRMFX+
™
processors featuring 24
"gig ready" effects including reverb, delay, and
chorus
• Integrated4x224-bitUSBinterface
•StreamsubgroupsormasterL/Rtoyour
laptop for recording
•Useyourfavoriteplug-inliveviaauxes5/6
•Convenientstereoreturnformusicplayback
from laptop during breaks
• 6auxsendswithinserts,1-2pre,3-4pre/post
switchable, 5-6 switchable to internal effects
• 18dB/oct100Hzlowcutlteravailableon
every mic input
• 60mmlong-wearinglogarithmic-taperfaders
• Allsteel,classicMackie"Built-Like-A-Tank"
chassis design
• Smallestfootprintinclasssavespreciousdesk
space:
2404-VLZ3: 6" x 29.4" x 19.1"
3204-VLZ3: 6" x 38" x 19.1"
• Lightweightandportable:
2404-VLZ3: 31 lbs / 14.1 kg
3204-VLZ3: 39 lbs / 17.7 kg
How To Use This Manual
The first pages after the table of contents are the
hookup diagrams. These show typical setups for fun
times with your mixer.
Next is a detailed tour of the entire mixer. The
descriptions are divided into sections, just as your mixer
is organized into distinct zones:
• RearPanel/Connections
• ChannelControls
• 2-Track,USB,AuxMasters,Meters
• StereoEffectsProcessors,Headphones,
Talkback, Main and Groups Mix
Throughout these sections you’ll find illustrations
with each feature numbered and described in nearby
paragraphs.
This icon marks infor mation that is critically
important or unique to the mixer. For your own
good, read them and remember them.
This icon will lead you to some explanations of
features and practical tips. Go ahead and skip
these if you need to leave the room in a hurry.
Appendices
Appendix A: Service Information
•Troubleshooting
•Repair
Appendix B: Connections
•XLRConnectors
•1/4"TRSPhonePlugsandJacks
•1/4"TSPhonePlugsandJacks
•RCAPlugsandJacks
•TRSSend/ReceiveInsertJacks
Appendix C: Technical Information
•Specications
•Dimensions
•BlockDiagram
•TrackSheet
Appendix D: USB and you... sb
Appendix E: Table of Effects Presets