Mackie DLM8 Owner's Manual - Page 3

Owner's Manual Contents Important Safety Instructions 2 Contents 3 Features 3 Introduction 4 How To Use This Manual 4 Getting Started 4 Things To Remember 4 Hookup Diagrams 5 DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features........... 10 1. Power Connection 10 2. Power Switch 10 3. Fan Vents 10 4. Kickstand 10 5. XLR and 1/4" Combo Inputs 11 6. Mic/Line Switch [Channel 1 Only 11 7. RCA Inputs [Channel 2 Only 11 8. Thru Output 11 9. Ch 1/Mix Switch [Thru Output 11 10. OLED Display 11 11. Channel 1 and 2 Buttons 12 12. Front LED On / Limit / Off 12 13. SYS Button 13 14. MEM Button 14 15. Control Lock 14 16. + and - Buttons 14 17. 2000W/2W Switch 14 Smart Protect 15 Limiting 15 Overexcursion Protection 15 Thermal Protection 15 FYI 15 AC Power 15 Placement 16 Room Acoustics 16 Rigging 17 Rigging Design Practices 17 Rigging Hardware and Accessories 17 Rigging Notes 17 Important Rigging Reminder 18 Care and Maintenance 18 Appendix A: Service Information 19 Appendix B: Connections 21 Appendix C: Technical Information 22 DLM Loudspeaker Dimensions 24 DLM Loudspeaker Frequency Responses 25 DLM Loudspeaker Block Diagrams 26 Appendix D: Table of Effects Presets 27 Mackie Limited Warranty 28 Features • 2000W system power via ultra-efficient Class-D amplification • TruSource™ technology • Mackie designed, vertically-aligned, common-magnet Tru Source driver • 8" LF woofer / 1.75" HF driver [DLM8] • 12" LF woofer / 1.75" HF driver [DLM12] • Incredibly compact, lightweight design • Powerful TruSource DSP delivers seamless clarity, consistent dispersion and unmatched fidelity • DL2 Integrated Digital Mixer • Powerful, one-touch digital mixer with bright OLED screen • Two highly-versatile input channels with FX • Independent channel level, 3-band EQ and effects control • 16 great-sounding effects include reverb, chorus and delay • XLR/TRS combo and dual RCA connectors • Handles mic, line, stereo and instrument signals • Unmatched system control for professional applications • Multi-band feedback destroyer • Six speaker modes deliver the perfect voicing for your application • Alignment delay up to 300ms for delay stack, balcony, etc. • Three memory locations for instant venue setting recall • Smart Protect DSP dynamically protects amp/driver • Innovative ultra-compact design • 1/3 smaller than a traditional 2-way design • Fit an entire DLM system in nearly any car • Stack them up for storage • Pole-mountable on tripod or atop DLM12S using SPM300 speaker pole • Flyable via standard M10 rigging hardware • Wall-mount them using SWM300 articulated arm for stealthy, powerful install system • Roadworthy PC-ABS cabinet with pro black finish and ergonomic top carry handle • Rugged, powder-coated 20 gauge steel grille • Integrated kickstand delivers the perfect angle for personal monitor use • Ridiculously lightweight • 21.4 lb / 9.7 kg [DLM8] • 30 lb / 13.6 kg [DLM12] Part No. SW0942 Rev. B 12/12 ©2012 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved. Owner's Manual 3