Mackie HD1801 Owner's Manual - Page 3

Owner's Manual Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 CONTENTS 3 FEATURES 3 INTRODUCTION 3 HOOKUP DIAGRAMS 4 REAR PANEL FEATURES 8 INS AND OUTS OF POLARITY 11 RIGGING 12 PLACEMENT 14 THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS 14 AC POWER 14 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 14 APPENDIX A: SERVICE INFORMATION 15 APPENDIX B: CONNECTIONS 16 APPENDIX C: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 17 HD1801 GRAPHS AND DIMENSIONS 18 HD1801 BLOCK DIAGRAM 19 HD1801 LIMITED WARRANTY 20 Features Introduction • 1600W of ultra-efficient Class-D Fast Thank you for choosing the Mackie HD1801 Recovery™ amplification subwoofer. Mackie HD Series Powered Subwoofers • 800W RMS / 1600W peak power provide intense low-frequency extension and punch to • 133 dB SPL max output (peak @ 1m) any Mackie full-range system. Designed and tuned by • 35 Hz - 145 Hz operating range the experts at EAW, HD1801 subs deliver 1600W peak • 18" high-output woofer with 4" voice coil power via high-output 18" drivers custom-designed for • Active electronics provide complete system optimal pairing with Mackie full-range loudspeakers. optimization The HD1801 incorporates Mackie-standard professional • Symmetrical Linkwitz-Riley crossover components like efficient Class-D Fast Recovery™ (100 Hz, 24 dB/octave) amplifiers and system-optimizing Active electronics so • Precision tuning filters for ultra-accurate that everything sounds great right out of the box. bass reproduction • Phase alignment to perfectly complement Mackie full-range loudspeakers • Ported, direct-radiating design for maximum punch and low-frequency extension • Designed and tuned by Eastern Acoustic Works • Dual XLR inputs, full-range and high-pass outputs for mono or stereo setups • Level control and polarity invert switch with Premium circuitry includes a symmetrical LinkwitzRiley crossover, precision tuning filters and user-friendly features like high pass outputs for stereo operation with a single sub. The 15mm birch plywood enclosures feature a ported, direct-radiating design for chestpounding punch. Pair the HD1801 with any Mackie full-range loudspeaker for an extremely powerful and fully high-definition PA solution. LED indicator Paired with a Mackie HD Series loudspeaker, you have • Signal / limit and thermal LED indicators a complete (and completely affordable) "plug and play" • Integrated protection and limiting circuitry system that is ideal for small clubs, DJs and rehearsal • Rugged all-wood cabinet (15mm birch plywood) spaces. The HD1801 has both full-range and high-pass • Pole mount receptacle for mounting full-range stereo outputs for connection to full-range top boxes. speaker Just dial in the appropriate level and use the polarity • 12 integrated M10 flypoints switch to make sure the sub is in phase with the • Compact and lightweight (106 lb / 48.1 kg) loudspeakers. The integrated pole-cup can accommodate a standard mounting pole, so your favorite speaker has a nice place to sit. You can fly it using the integrated M10 flypoints. Or you can just stack your full-range box right on top of the sub...the HD1801 ain't picky. So if you are looking for an extremely powerful, affordable PA setup that is simple to use, then you're in the right place. Read on to learn everything you could possibly want to know about your new subwoofer. Part No. SW0822 Rev. B 01/10 ©2004-2010 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved. Owner's Manual 3