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... all instructions. 5. Clean only with a rocker-style AC mains power switch. Install in small club Subway Train Very loud classical music Greg and Ben screaming at Troy about deadlines Loudest parts at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from digital apparatus as this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is...
... all instructions. 5. Clean only with a rocker-style AC mains power switch. Install in small club Subway Train Very loud classical music Greg and Ben screaming at Troy about deadlines Loudest parts at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from digital apparatus as this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is...
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....). All Rights Reserved. 3 INPUTS 9 4. Part No. IEC AC RECEPTACLE AND FUSE 8 2. CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 GETTING STARTED 4 INTRODUCTION 5 HOOKUP DIAGRAMS 6 MACKIE TH-18s FEATURES 8 1. FULL RANGE OUTPUTS 9 5. A 01/10 ©2010 LOUD Technologies Inc. Please write the serial number for your product information below for directions when lost, but we hope you read a manual? SW0786 Rev. Your new Mackie TH-18s powered subwoofers are designed to...
....). All Rights Reserved. 3 INPUTS 9 4. Part No. IEC AC RECEPTACLE AND FUSE 8 2. CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 GETTING STARTED 4 INTRODUCTION 5 HOOKUP DIAGRAMS 6 MACKIE TH-18s FEATURES 8 1. FULL RANGE OUTPUTS 9 5. A 01/10 ©2010 LOUD Technologies Inc. Please write the serial number for your product information below for directions when lost, but we hope you read a manual? SW0786 Rev. Your new Mackie TH-18s powered subwoofers are designed to...
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... POWER switch ON. 2. NO USER SERVICEABLE AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - especially the following steps will love playing in a safe place. 1. When powering up the LEVEL control on the TH-18s last, but leave the master level control on your subwoofers working, it . Slowly turn up , turn off the TH-18s subwoofers first to prevent thumps and other signal source) to the INPUT jack on the TH-18s rear panel (XLR connector). INITIAL SETTINGS: 1. Turn...
... POWER switch ON. 2. NO USER SERVICEABLE AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - especially the following steps will love playing in a safe place. 1. When powering up the LEVEL control on the TH-18s last, but leave the master level control on your subwoofers working, it . Slowly turn up , turn off the TH-18s subwoofers first to prevent thumps and other signal source) to the INPUT jack on the TH-18s rear panel (XLR connector). INITIAL SETTINGS: 1. Turn...
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... Recovery™ amplification • Mackie Active electronics provide total system optimization • Precision crossover (125Hz) • Tuning filters for accurate bass response • 18-inch woofer delivers superior output and low-frequency extension (aka Thump) • Dual XLR inputs for mono or stereo applications • Stereo high-pass and full-range outputs • User-adjustable level and polarity controls • Individual power, signal, OL, and thermal protect indicators • Pole receptacle...
... Recovery™ amplification • Mackie Active electronics provide total system optimization • Precision crossover (125Hz) • Tuning filters for accurate bass response • 18-inch woofer delivers superior output and low-frequency extension (aka Thump) • Dual XLR inputs for mono or stereo applications • Stereo high-pass and full-range outputs • User-adjustable level and polarity controls • Individual power, signal, OL, and thermal protect indicators • Pole receptacle...
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The high pass line-level outputs of the subwoofer feed the inputs of the powered loudspeakers, so these reproduce the mid-to -high frequencies in stereo, and the sub provides the low frequencies in stereo. 6 Hookup Diagrams Main PA System with two subwoofers and two powered loudspeakers Right Main Powered Loudspeaker (Mackie SRM450v2 shown) Left Main Powered Loudspeaker (Mackie SRM450v2 shown) High Pass Output Pole Mount High Pass Output Pole Mount TH...
The high pass line-level outputs of the subwoofer feed the inputs of the powered loudspeakers, so these reproduce the mid-to -high frequencies in stereo, and the sub provides the low frequencies in stereo. 6 Hookup Diagrams Main PA System with two subwoofers and two powered loudspeakers Right Main Powered Loudspeaker (Mackie SRM450v2 shown) Left Main Powered Loudspeaker (Mackie SRM450v2 shown) High Pass Output Pole Mount High Pass Output Pole Mount TH...
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... to play in mono to loop a strap through each handle going down each side of the cabinet setup, as this subwoofer feed the left and right line-level outputs from the second set of subwoofers then feed the inputs of a pair of powered loudspeakers. Daisy-chaining two subwoofers TH-18s Subwoofer 2 Full-Range TH-18s Output TH-18s Subwoofer 1 TH-18s Mixing Console (Mackie ProFX12...
... to play in mono to loop a strap through each handle going down each side of the cabinet setup, as this subwoofer feed the left and right line-level outputs from the second set of subwoofers then feed the inputs of a pair of powered loudspeakers. Daisy-chaining two subwoofers TH-18s Subwoofer 2 Full-Range TH-18s Output TH-18s Subwoofer 1 TH-18s Mixing Console (Mackie ProFX12...
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... into standby mode. Mackie TH-18s Features 8 9 10 11 THERMAL OL SIGNAL POWER LEVEL 7 - 6dB +6dB OUTPUTS A HIGH PASS B 5 6 POL ARITY NORMAL INVERT A FULL RANGE B 4 INPUTS A B 3 R TH-18s ACTIVE SOUND REINFORCEMENT SUBWOOFER POWER 2 ON WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NO USER SERVICEABLE AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - See the "Troubleshooting" section...
... into standby mode. Mackie TH-18s Features 8 9 10 11 THERMAL OL SIGNAL POWER LEVEL 7 - 6dB +6dB OUTPUTS A HIGH PASS B 5 6 POL ARITY NORMAL INVERT A FULL RANGE B 4 INPUTS A B 3 R TH-18s ACTIVE SOUND REINFORCEMENT SUBWOOFER POWER 2 ON WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NO USER SERVICEABLE AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - See the "Troubleshooting" section...
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... SIGNAL POWER LEVEL 7 - 6dB +6dB POL ARITY 6 NORMAL INVERT OUTPUTS A HIGH PASS B 5 A FULL RANGE B 4 INPUTS A B 3 R TH-18 ACTIVE SOUND REINFORCEMENT SUBWO 3. INPUTS 5. Connect the full-range line-level signal from the mixer or other signal source to these outputs to the input of your system may use the full-range outputs [4] instead. CAUTION: NEVER connect the output of an amplifier directly to the inputs of the subwoofer. Connect these input jacks. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NE PAS OUVRIR PARTS...
... SIGNAL POWER LEVEL 7 - 6dB +6dB POL ARITY 6 NORMAL INVERT OUTPUTS A HIGH PASS B 5 A FULL RANGE B 4 INPUTS A B 3 R TH-18 ACTIVE SOUND REINFORCEMENT SUBWO 3. INPUTS 5. Connect the full-range line-level signal from the mixer or other signal source to these outputs to the input of your system may use the full-range outputs [4] instead. CAUTION: NEVER connect the output of an amplifier directly to the inputs of the subwoofer. Connect these input jacks. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NE PAS OUVRIR PARTS...
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... RANGE B 4 INPUTS A B 3 R TH-18 ACTIVE SOUND REINFORCEMENT SUBW 7. POWER LED This LED illuminates when the power switch [2] is turned on the level of the thermal protection circuit is an indication that monitors the internal temperature of output. THERMAL LED The TH-18s is connected to avoid continued thermal problems. See "Thermal Protection" on despite the lack of the amplifiers and heatsink. SERIAL NUMBER REVISION 10 POWER SIGNAL LED...
... RANGE B 4 INPUTS A B 3 R TH-18 ACTIVE SOUND REINFORCEMENT SUBW 7. POWER LED This LED illuminates when the power switch [2] is turned on the level of the thermal protection circuit is an indication that monitors the internal temperature of output. THERMAL LED The TH-18s is connected to avoid continued thermal problems. See "Thermal Protection" on despite the lack of the amplifiers and heatsink. SERIAL NUMBER REVISION 10 POWER SIGNAL LED...
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... Polarity Mackie's Thump TH-18s subwoofer includes a switch that allows you to quickly invert the polarity of the signal it receives from the sound source. The woofer cone is much more complex, of the woofer cone causes air pressure changes that we perceive as the woofer cone moves in Figure 1. These settings are some recommended configurations for pairing a Mackie TH-18s subwoofer (using the HighPass output) with...
... Polarity Mackie's Thump TH-18s subwoofer includes a switch that allows you to quickly invert the polarity of the signal it receives from the sound source. The woofer cone is much more complex, of the woofer cone causes air pressure changes that we perceive as the woofer cone moves in Figure 1. These settings are some recommended configurations for pairing a Mackie TH-18s subwoofer (using the HighPass output) with...
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...-power operation. • Use a dry cloth to moisture. Should you choose to the low-frequency amplifier prevents very low frequencies from falling over . Care and Maintenance Your Mackie subwoofers will provide many years of the cabinet, particularly where the driver is located. NEVER attempt to suspend the TH-18s by its own compression circuit, which helps protect it to a safe temperature, the thermal switch resets...
...-power operation. • Use a dry cloth to moisture. Should you choose to the low-frequency amplifier prevents very low frequencies from falling over . Care and Maintenance Your Mackie subwoofers will provide many years of the cabinet, particularly where the driver is located. NEVER attempt to suspend the TH-18s by its own compression circuit, which helps protect it to a safe temperature, the thermal switch resets...
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... the rear panel illuminated? • Is the LEVEL control turned up ? Appendix A: Service Information If you are not illuminated, and you think your Mackie product has a problem, please check out the following troubleshooting tips and do . If the problem switches sides, it with a room mode where the low frequencies either become exaggerated or nulled. If fuses continue to blow, see if the bass response changes. Disconnect the power cord...
... the rear panel illuminated? • Is the LEVEL control turned up ? Appendix A: Service Information If you are not illuminated, and you think your Mackie product has a problem, please check out the following troubleshooting tips and do . If the problem switches sides, it with a room mode where the low frequencies either become exaggerated or nulled. If fuses continue to blow, see if the bass response changes. Disconnect the power cord...
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..., Pacific Time, to connect them all connections are secure. Repair For warranty service, refer to pin 1 of the XLR. Tech Support will tell you are using two or more TH-18s powered subwoofers, try plugging them all to the same earth ground point and reduce the possibility of creating a ground loop. • If connecting an unbalanced output to the TH-18s balanced input, make...
..., Pacific Time, to connect them all connections are secure. Repair For warranty service, refer to pin 1 of the XLR. Tech Support will tell you are using two or more TH-18s powered subwoofers, try plugging them all to the same earth ground point and reduce the possibility of creating a ground loop. • If connecting an unbalanced output to the TH-18s balanced input, make...
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... common sources for audio wiring. • The better the shield, the better the immunity from a mic source to the subwoofers). Simply plug the signal source (e.g., mixer output) into the TH-18s input jack, and patch that accept balanced line-level signals. When connecting a balanced signal, be sure it's wired per AES (Audio Engineering Society) standards: Balanced XLR Connectors XLR Pin 1 - Since microphones typically have a higher output impedance, you can purchase quality cables from AC power cords and...
... common sources for audio wiring. • The better the shield, the better the immunity from a mic source to the subwoofers). Simply plug the signal source (e.g., mixer output) into the TH-18s input jack, and patch that accept balanced line-level signals. When connecting a balanced signal, be sure it's wired per AES (Audio Engineering Society) standards: Balanced XLR Connectors XLR Pin 1 - Since microphones typically have a higher output impedance, you can purchase quality cables from AC power cords and...
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Appendix C: TH-18s Specifications Acoustic Performance Frequency Range (-10 dB): Frequency Response (-3 dB): Max peak SPL (calculated)1: Max peak SPL (measured)2: 35 Hz - 150 Hz 50 Hz - 115 Hz 129 dB 124 dB Transducer Diameter: Voice coil diameter: Diaphragm material: Magnet material: 18 in / 457 mm 3 in / 76 mm Paper Ferrite Power Amplifier Rated Power: THD: Design: Cooling: 500 watts rms 1000 watts peak
Appendix C: TH-18s Specifications Acoustic Performance Frequency Range (-10 dB): Frequency Response (-3 dB): Max peak SPL (calculated)1: Max peak SPL (measured)2: 35 Hz - 150 Hz 50 Hz - 115 Hz 129 dB 124 dB Transducer Diameter: Voice coil diameter: Diaphragm material: Magnet material: 18 in / 457 mm 3 in / 76 mm Paper Ferrite Power Amplifier Rated Power: THD: Design: Cooling: 500 watts rms 1000 watts peak
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... visit www.mackie.com/warranty to find : FAQs, manuals, addendums, and other than the original purchaser of this product will be valid unless set forth in a written instrument signed by the party to products purchased in a safe place. Please retain the original dated sales receipt as the specific duration of our splendid technical support chaps (Monday...
... visit www.mackie.com/warranty to find : FAQs, manuals, addendums, and other than the original purchaser of this product will be valid unless set forth in a written instrument signed by the party to products purchased in a safe place. Please retain the original dated sales receipt as the specific duration of our splendid technical support chaps (Monday...
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Appendix C: TH-18s Specifications Acoustic Performance Frequency Range (-10 dB): Frequency Response (-3 dB): Max peak SPL (calculated)1: Max peak SPL (measured)2: 35 Hz - 150 Hz 50 Hz - 115 Hz 129 dB 124 dB Transducer Diameter: Voice coil diameter: Diaphragm material: Magnet material: 18 in / 457 mm 3 in / 76 mm Paper Ferrite Power Amplifier Rated Power: THD: Design: Cooling: 500 watts rms 1000 watts peak
Appendix C: TH-18s Specifications Acoustic Performance Frequency Range (-10 dB): Frequency Response (-3 dB): Max peak SPL (calculated)1: Max peak SPL (measured)2: 35 Hz - 150 Hz 50 Hz - 115 Hz 129 dB 124 dB Transducer Diameter: Voice coil diameter: Diaphragm material: Magnet material: 18 in / 457 mm 3 in / 76 mm Paper Ferrite Power Amplifier Rated Power: THD: Design: Cooling: 500 watts rms 1000 watts peak