Mackie HDA Owners Manual

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  • Mackie HDA | Owners Manual - Page 1
    HDA 2-Way High-Definition Arrayable Loudspeaker OWNER'S MANUAL
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    HDA Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power- supply
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    read this entire manual. There are specific instructions FEATURES 5 on rigging safety, power and signal connections, voicing HOOKUP DIAGRAMS 6 and more. These notes are all extremely important in REAR PANEL FEATURES 13 order to get the most out of your HDA loudspeaker(s), 1. MAIN INPUT 13
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    ...until now. The Mackie HDA brings this technology to you at a price point never seen before. HDA is a constant curvature line array. This means that the physical angle of the loudspeaker matches the acoustical angle. There is only one way to rig together multiple HDAs, so it's easy to use. As more
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    Owner's Manual Overview Features The Mackie HDA High-Definition Arrayable Powered Loudspeaker is a 110˚ x 20˚ constant curvature line array ideal for installed and portable PA systems. The HDA 2-Way High-Definition Powered Loudspeaker delivers 1200W of peak system power via Class-D Fast Recovery™
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    feature of the Mackie HDA loudspeaker system is the ability to connect multiple loudspeakers together easily, as shown in the illustration above. If only one HDA is required, connect the mixer output to the HDA's XLR MAIN INPUT using a balanced XLR cable. The HDA is powered via the supplied
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    SOLO SOLO Mixing Console (Mackie Onyx 1640i shown) This covered by the PA. The left and right main outputs from a mixer feed the MAIN INPUTS of the HDAs. Since only one HDA is used per side, the Array Mode switch should be in the '1-2' position on both speakers. HDA: 2-WAY SYSTEM Owner's Manual
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    subwoofer feeds the MAIN INPUT of a Mackie HDA powered loudspeaker. The LOOP OUT of that Mackie HDA powered loudspeaker feeds the MAIN INPUT of the next Mackie HDA powered loudspeaker. The HDAs reproduce the mid-to-high frequencies in mono, and the subs provide the low frequencies in mono. The Array
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    from a mixer feeds the MAIN INPUT of a Mackie HDA powered loudspeaker. The LOOP OUT of that Mackie HDA feeds the MAIN INPUT of the next Mackie HDA. This daisy-chained array is repeated once more to complete the tri-fecta. Since three units are used, the Array Mode switches should be in the '3-4' or
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    a Mackie HDA powered loudspeaker. The LOOP OUT of that Mackie HDA powered loudspeaker feeds the MAIN INPUT of the next Mackie HDA powered loudspeaker. The HDAs reproduce the mid-to-high frequencies in mono, and the sub provides the low frequencies in mono. Since three HDAs are used, the Array Mode
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    mirror the rest of the system as identified above. Another important aspect to keep in mind is the rigging setup of loudspeakers. In this diagram, the HDAs are flown utilizing an FB121 Flybar. In this array, subs may be on the stage to add more thump to the overall sound system. Be sure to visit
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    and rigging sections, starting on page 17 and Appendix A on page 22 to review and run the Resolution software. This predictive software is an invaluable tool in determining safety issues, weights and angles involved, coverage and much more. 12 HDA HDA: 2 HD1801 SUBWOOFERS AND 4 HDA LOUDSPEAKERS
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    the same balanced line-level signal that is connected to the main input jack. Use it to daisy-chain several HDAs together off the same signal source. See Appendix C for more information about this connector and page 6 for instructions on how to daisy-chain multiple loudspeakers. 3. ARRAY MODE This
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    HDA HDA HIGH DEFINITION ARRAYABLE POWERED LOUDSPEAKER 6 5 THERMAL SIG/LIMIT POWER LIGHT ON 4 ARRAY MODE 3 1-2 3-4 3-4 LONG THROW LOOP OUT 2 MAIN INPUT 1 PARALLEL 3-4 LONG THROW When configuring an array with three or four HDAs per side, set the Array to '3-4' will cover the audience
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    HDA = 27KG / 59LB HDA RIGGING WORKING LOAD LIMIT (WLL): FOUR (4) HDA IN SUCCESSION, 108KG / 236LB If an extension cord is used for the AC mains, use COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. SERIAL NUMBER As a general guide, powered speakers should be powered
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    front pole cup [12] serves two purposes. It angles the HDA downward 20˚ to aim at the audience below the loudspeaker. It may also be utilized for use with two HDAs arrayed on one pole as seen in the hook-up diagram on page 8. 13. COMPRESSION PAD The compression pad supports the weight of multiple
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    on FB121 Flybar Ground stack on HD1801 subwoofer Flown with FB121 Flybar or PA-A2 Eyebolt Kit Number of Mackie HDA Loudspeakers per side 1 or 2 1 or 2 3 1 or 2 3 1 or 2 3 or 4 Number of Mackie HDA Array Mode HD1801 Subwoofers Switch per side 0 or 1 (use SPM200 loudspeaker 1-2 pole with
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    this manual, make sure the loudspeakers are installed in a stable and secure way in order to avoid any conditions that may be dangerous for persons or structures. Rigging HDAs may only be flown horizontally. Use M10 x 1.5 x 37 mm forged shoulder eyebolts or the optional FB121 Flybar. WARNING
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    . As described throughout this manual, make sure the loudspeakers are installed in a stable and secure way in order to avoid any conditions that may be dangerous for persons or structures. Rigging Notes A minimum of two rigging points must be used to hang an HDA. More may be used for creating the
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    manual, make sure the loudspeakers are installed in a stable and secure way in order to avoid any conditions that may be dangerous for persons or structures. Room Acoustics The HDA loudspeakers draperies to cover large glass speaker, the more prominent will be the reflected sound. Use more speakers
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    are now well-versed in the ways of the Mackie HDA loudspeaker. Time to grab a frosty one and kick back. Be sure the electrical service can supply enough current for all the components connected to it. We recommend that a stiff (robust) supply of AC power be used because the amplifiers place high
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    death. As described throughout this manual, make sure the loudspeakers are installed in a stable and secure way in order to avoid any the venue? Should three or four HDAs be used? How many subwoofers should be employed in this particular system? Should the subwoofer(s) be flown or placed on the
  • Mackie HDA | Owners Manual - Page 23
    Owner's Manual Appendix B: Service Information If you think there is a problem with your Mackie HDA, 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 lots of useful information such
  • Mackie HDA | Owners Manual - Page 24
    C: Connections XLR Connectors The HDA has one female XLR input that accepts a balanced line-level signal. When connecting a HDAs to be connected in parallel. Simply plug the signal source (i.e., mixer output) into the main input jack, and patch that speaker's LOOP OUT jack to the next speaker
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    Long Throw Voicing for an array with 3 or 4 HDAs *See pages 13-14 and the Frequency Response graph on page 28 for more information. 1 Calculated from driver sensitivity and amplifier power. 2 Measured with pink noise, free field at 1 meter, before limiting. Line Input Power US 100 - 120 VAC, 50
  • Mackie HDA | Owners Manual - Page 26
    Power ON Mounting Methods Pole mount, integral rigging flybar, stack on top or fly underneath subwoofer(s), or fly via 4 integrated M10 mounting points (using Kit (4 x M10 x 1.5mm x 37mm) SPM200 Loudspeaker Pole Mount FB121 HDA Flybar Disclaimer Since we are always striving to make our products
  • Mackie HDA | Owners Manual - Page 27
    HDA Block Diagram Owner's Manual 27 HF Signal / Limit LED HD Digital to Loudspeaker Limiter Analog Amp HF Array Mode Processing Converter INPUT XLR Analog to Digital Converter Mute 1-2 3-4 3-4 Long Throw LOOP OUT XLR HD Digital to Loudspeaker Limiter Analog Amp LF Processing
  • Mackie HDA | Owners Manual - Page 28
    Frequency Response On-Axis 100 1000 Frequency (Hz) 10K 20K 1-2 3-4 3-4 Long HDA Beamwidth vs. Frequency 360 100 10 Horizontal / Vertical 1 100 1000 Frequency (Hz) 10K 20K HDA Directivity vs. Frequency 100 Beamwidth (Degrees) Directivity Factor (Q) Directivity Index (dB) 10 1 20
  • Mackie HDA | Owners Manual - Page 29
    Manual HDA Limited Warranty Please keep your sales use during the Warranty Period. If the product fails to conform to the warranty then LOUD or its authorized service powered loudspeaker? • Visit www.mackie.com and click Support to find: FAQs, manuals, and addendums. • Email us at: techmail@mackie.
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    16220 Wood-Red Road NE • Woodinville, WA 98072 • USA United States and Canada: 800.898.3211 Europe, Asia, Central and South America: 425.487.4333 Middle East and Africa: 31.20.654.4000 Fax: 425.487.4337 • www.mackie.com E-mail: [email protected]
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HDA
OWNER’S MANUAL
2-Way High-Definition
Arrayable Loudspeaker