Mackie hui runs hot

[frn0003]

has anyone experienced the mackie hui running hot? everything works as it should except the self demo, but runs hot. is this normal?

 

[mjbphotos]

What's a 'hui'?

 

[ecc83]

I didn't have a clue either....

Mackie - HUI

Heh! Nor I! A mixer it seems and it pulls 60watts so if it is fairly compact it will run pretty warm. Do check for any fans or blocked filters.

Dave.

 

[frn0003]

mackie hui

Heh! Nor I! A mixer it seems and it pulls 60watts so if it is fairly compact it will run pretty warm. Do check for any fans or blocked filters.

Dave.

It is a control surface. There is no fan

 

[frn0003]

As Dave said it draws 60 watts, so the heat it dissipates will be about the same as the warmth from a 60w light bulb. If there is no venting to let heat out the unit will probably get a bit warm over time while it's powered up. There's likely one spot where the power supply is located that may be warmer than the rest of the unit, maybe the back right corner where the AC cord is connected(?) I'm guessing not too many here have one of those, so getting an opinion if it runs hot might be iffy. If still unsure perhaps an email to Mackie might get an answer.
On the bright side, the heat won't let dampness build up inside on the components .

Thanks for your help, it seems to be hotter where the faders are, the mackie hui does have flying faders so maybe that will contribute a bit of heat?