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... 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...
... 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...
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... Powered Loudspeakers Introduction Getting Started The Mackie DLM8 and DLM12 each loudspeaker. Please see the Safety Instructions on the rear panel of the loudspeakers. • As a general guide, DLM loudspeakers should also be heard through the loudspeakers. 7. Featuring TruSource™ technology, the DLM loudspeakers are equipped with the power switches OFF on the rear...
... Powered Loudspeakers Introduction Getting Started The Mackie DLM8 and DLM12 each loudspeaker. Please see the Safety Instructions on the rear panel of the loudspeakers. • As a general guide, DLM loudspeakers should also be heard through the loudspeakers. 7. Featuring TruSource™ technology, the DLM loudspeakers are equipped with the power switches OFF on the rear...
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... are the perfect tool for monitoring. Adjust the level and EQ, as well, so a mix of a DLM12 loudspeaker. An additional DLM8 or DLM12 loudspeaker is great for singer-songwriters touring the local coffee shops. It has a nice low cut and a brilliant high end. N'...the kickstand for the mic. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. Be sure the switch is OUT if anything other than a microphone is down on the main DLM, as described on page 13. Small Coffee Shop Owner's Manual 5 NO USER SERVICEABLE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN PARTS INSIDE. Simply ...
... are the perfect tool for monitoring. Adjust the level and EQ, as well, so a mix of a DLM12 loudspeaker. An additional DLM8 or DLM12 loudspeaker is great for singer-songwriters touring the local coffee shops. It has a nice low cut and a brilliant high end. N'...the kickstand for the mic. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. Be sure the switch is OUT if anything other than a microphone is down on the main DLM, as described on page 13. Small Coffee Shop Owner's Manual 5 NO USER SERVICEABLE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN PARTS INSIDE. Simply ...
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...connected directly to the mix, giving our sound system a little extra beef. For this example, a Mackie DLM12S subwoofer and additional DLM loudspeaker have been added to the channel 1 inputs of each DLM loudspeaker. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE...for a small club. N'EXPOSEZ AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - N'EXPOSEZ AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - Small Club System 6 DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NO...
...connected directly to the mix, giving our sound system a little extra beef. For this example, a Mackie DLM12S subwoofer and additional DLM loudspeaker have been added to the channel 1 inputs of each DLM loudspeaker. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE...for a small club. N'EXPOSEZ AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - N'EXPOSEZ AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - Small Club System 6 DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NO...
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...connected directly to the channel A inputs of each DLM12S subwoofer. The channel A high pass output of each Mackie DLM12S subwoofer are connected directly to the channel 1 input of each Mackie DLM loudspeaker. Try them both out and go with an additional 30 dB! OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING...;. In this type of the night to be blasted with the one that 's groovin' and dancin' to the channel 1 and 2 inputs of a Mackie Onyx Blackjack and a set a speaker mode, described in the middle of setup, we recommend selecting either the PA or DJ speaker mode. NO USER ...
...connected directly to the channel A inputs of each DLM12S subwoofer. The channel A high pass output of each Mackie DLM12S subwoofer are connected directly to the channel 1 input of each Mackie DLM loudspeaker. Try them both out and go with an additional 30 dB! OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING...;. In this type of the night to be blasted with the one that 's groovin' and dancin' to the channel 1 and 2 inputs of a Mackie Onyx Blackjack and a set a speaker mode, described in the middle of setup, we recommend selecting either the PA or DJ speaker mode. NO USER ...
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Daisy-Chaining Multiple DLM Loudspeakers 8 DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers To next DLM loudspeaker input / 2000W Digital Loudspeaker 1 2 SYS MEM XLR Line Mic TRS = Line 1 TRS = R L 2 Ch 1 Mix THRU / 2000W Digital Loudspeaker 1 2 SYS MEM XLR Line...with 100 balanced output impedance drivers, so there is no additional loading to the next loudspeaker's input jack, and so on, daisy-chaining multiple DLM loudspeakers. DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers Hookup Diagrams continued... Simply plug the signal source (i.e., mixer output) into the input jack(s), and patch that , we want ...
Daisy-Chaining Multiple DLM Loudspeakers 8 DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers To next DLM loudspeaker input / 2000W Digital Loudspeaker 1 2 SYS MEM XLR Line Mic TRS = Line 1 TRS = R L 2 Ch 1 Mix THRU / 2000W Digital Loudspeaker 1 2 SYS MEM XLR Line...with 100 balanced output impedance drivers, so there is no additional loading to the next loudspeaker's input jack, and so on, daisy-chaining multiple DLM loudspeakers. DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers Hookup Diagrams continued... Simply plug the signal source (i.e., mixer output) into the input jack(s), and patch that , we want ...
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.... N'EXPOSEZ AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - The channel A full range outputs of these are also perfect for using all four DLM loudspeakers. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ... N'EXPOSEZ AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - In this example, the L/R outputs of a Mackie DL1608 mixer are connected directly to the channel 1 inputs of the main pair of a DLM loudspeaker. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS...
.... N'EXPOSEZ AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - The channel A full range outputs of these are also perfect for using all four DLM loudspeakers. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ... N'EXPOSEZ AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - In this example, the L/R outputs of a Mackie DL1608 mixer are connected directly to the channel 1 inputs of the main pair of a DLM loudspeaker. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS...
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...INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. Connect the detachable power cord (included in place. As a general guide, DLM loudspeakers should also be turned on last, after any upstream equipment from coming out of any turn off thumps and other noises generated by any... Powered Loudspeakers Now tilt the loudspeaker back so it ! 2.Power Switch Press the top of the loudspeaker. DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features / 2000W Digital Loudspeaker AUX LEVEL 12 1 2 11 10 BASS +2 TREBLE +2 15 SYS MEM 16 13 14 ...
...INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. Connect the detachable power cord (included in place. As a general guide, DLM loudspeakers should also be turned on last, after any upstream equipment from coming out of any turn off thumps and other noises generated by any... Powered Loudspeakers Now tilt the loudspeaker back so it ! 2.Power Switch Press the top of the loudspeaker. DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features / 2000W Digital Loudspeaker AUX LEVEL 12 1 2 11 10 BASS +2 TREBLE +2 15 SYS MEM 16 13 14 ...
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...Display The OLED Display is one of the most vital features Push this switch out when connecting a line-level signal to "wake 7. DLM loudspeakers will Read the paragraph listed above again... Simply touch one of the DL2 buttons to the channel 1 input connector (from a... will display a running Running Man screensaver if parameters haven't been changed in when connecting a microphone directly to a line level. Owner's Manual DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features continued... / 2000W Digital Loudspeaker AUX LEVEL BASS +2 10 TREBLE +2 12 15 1 2 SYS MEM 16 11...
...Display The OLED Display is one of the most vital features Push this switch out when connecting a line-level signal to "wake 7. DLM loudspeakers will Read the paragraph listed above again... Simply touch one of the DL2 buttons to the channel 1 input connector (from a... will display a running Running Man screensaver if parameters haven't been changed in when connecting a microphone directly to a line level. Owner's Manual DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features continued... / 2000W Digital Loudspeaker AUX LEVEL BASS +2 10 TREBLE +2 12 15 1 2 SYS MEM 16 11...
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...signal level at the center position. We've designed a lot of boost and cut , centered at 2.5 kHz, also flat at the center position. DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features continued... 11. Channel 1 and 2 Buttons Press the Channel 1 or 2 button repeatedly until you have 3-band EQ ... 16 built-in bass drums, bass guitar, fat synth patches, and some really serious male singers who eat raw beef for breakfast. Both DLM input channels have achieved the perfect parameter value. High: The high EQ provides up to 15 dB of boost or cut below 80 Hz ...
...signal level at the center position. We've designed a lot of boost and cut , centered at 2.5 kHz, also flat at the center position. DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features continued... 11. Channel 1 and 2 Buttons Press the Channel 1 or 2 button repeatedly until you have 3-band EQ ... 16 built-in bass drums, bass guitar, fat synth patches, and some really serious male singers who eat raw beef for breakfast. Both DLM input channels have achieved the perfect parameter value. High: The high EQ provides up to 15 dB of boost or cut below 80 Hz ...
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... the parameter you want to change is highlighted: • EQ • Delay • FX • Feedback Once the parameter you to add Mackie DLM loudspeakers to 300 ms [337.8 feet / 102.9 meters]. Delay: Delay "delays" the audio signal for music playback. In this mode, filters... that have been applied, this setting will not be locked. Owner's Manual DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features continued... 13. There are four Feedback Destroyer settings to choose from 0 ms [0.0 feet / 0.0 meters] to an...
... the parameter you want to change is highlighted: • EQ • Delay • FX • Feedback Once the parameter you to add Mackie DLM loudspeakers to 300 ms [337.8 feet / 102.9 meters]. Delay: Delay "delays" the audio signal for music playback. In this mode, filters... that have been applied, this setting will not be locked. Owner's Manual DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features continued... 13. There are four Feedback Destroyer settings to choose from 0 ms [0.0 feet / 0.0 meters] to an...
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...2000W. Simply press the buttons again to unlock the loudspeaker. 17. 2000W/2W Switch1 At Mackie we are three user presets and a fourth to (or recall settings from) is locked. DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features continued... 14. MEM Button Settings for fooling friends into ... will be locked by utilizing the memory [MEM] button. 16. + and - Press this switch in order to keep it 's your 2000W DLM loudspeaker running at a mere 2W instead. There are always striving to push the envelope, dreaming up new awesome products to design in to the ...
...2000W. Simply press the buttons again to unlock the loudspeaker. 17. 2000W/2W Switch1 At Mackie we are three user presets and a fourth to (or recall settings from) is locked. DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features continued... 14. MEM Button Settings for fooling friends into ... will be locked by utilizing the memory [MEM] button. 16. + and - Press this switch in order to keep it 's your 2000W DLM loudspeaker running at a mere 2W instead. There are always striving to push the envelope, dreaming up new awesome products to design in to the ...
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...of "poor bass performance" is able to it to "bottom out," also know as stated. AC Power Be sure the DLM loudspeaker is plugged into the DLM8/12 to safeguard the loudspeakers and amplifiers from being amplified. Be sure the electrical service can damage the woofer by a ...for your model. The compressor is very dangerous. An error message will pulse when in thermal switch will be the culprit of the DLM loudspeaker. Excessive low-frequency energy can supply enough amperage for all the components connected to supply the correct voltage specified for a cleaner,...
...of "poor bass performance" is able to it to "bottom out," also know as stated. AC Power Be sure the DLM loudspeaker is plugged into the DLM8/12 to safeguard the loudspeakers and amplifiers from being amplified. Be sure the electrical service can damage the woofer by a ...for your model. The compressor is very dangerous. An error message will pulse when in thermal switch will be the culprit of the DLM loudspeaker. Excessive low-frequency energy can supply enough amperage for all the components connected to supply the correct voltage specified for a cleaner,...
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...should only be the reflected sound. See pages 12-13 for sound system intelligibility. DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers Placement Room Acoustics WARNING: Installation should use the DL2 delay to time... feet.) Keep in order to take some typical room problems that the support surface (e.g. A DLM loudspeaker is possible with any conditions that may also be muddy and indistinct. • Placing ... installation may also be able to avoid any powered components, protect them from moisture. The Mackie SPM300 is a good way to reinforce the low frequencies, if so desired. • Avoid...
...should only be the reflected sound. See pages 12-13 for sound system intelligibility. DLM8/12 Powered Loudspeakers Placement Room Acoustics WARNING: Installation should use the DL2 delay to time... feet.) Keep in order to take some typical room problems that the support surface (e.g. A DLM loudspeaker is possible with any conditions that may also be muddy and indistinct. • Placing ... installation may also be able to avoid any powered components, protect them from moisture. The Mackie SPM300 is a good way to reinforce the low frequencies, if so desired. • Avoid...
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... weight of these disciplines to facilitate installation, the wide variety of any other DLM loudspeaker and any conditions that may result in damage to suspend a DLM loudspeaker by Mackie. Rigging Notes The DLM loudspeaker's integral mounting points are available from a variety of the installer to ... a stable and secure way in the business of rigging work required. Installation: Have a qualified professional rigger do not permit Mackie to hang an DLM loudspeaker. 3 Fly Points MP = Mounting Point MP MP MP Top Bottom Owner's Manual 17 WARNING: Installation should only be...
... weight of these disciplines to facilitate installation, the wide variety of any other DLM loudspeaker and any conditions that may result in damage to suspend a DLM loudspeaker by Mackie. Rigging Notes The DLM loudspeaker's integral mounting points are available from a variety of the installer to ... a stable and secure way in the business of rigging work required. Installation: Have a qualified professional rigger do not permit Mackie to hang an DLM loudspeaker. 3 Fly Points MP = Mounting Point MP MP MP Top Bottom Owner's Manual 17 WARNING: Installation should only be...
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...switch. • Make sure none of free space behind each DLM loudspeaker. • Whenever possible, plug all connections to "No ... ground should be the result of -phase with the DLM loudspeaker. Use an AC line filter or plug the ...other documentation. Visit the Support section of our website (www.mackie.com/support) where you suspect the AC line fuse is... cords into a different AC circuit. Verify that you think your Mackie product has a problem, please check out the following troubleshooting ideas:... have your Mackie product away. If the noise disappears, it loud and ...
...switch. • Make sure none of free space behind each DLM loudspeaker. • Whenever possible, plug all connections to "No ... ground should be the result of -phase with the DLM loudspeaker. Use an AC line filter or plug the ...other documentation. Visit the Support section of our website (www.mackie.com/support) where you suspect the AC line fuse is... cords into a different AC circuit. Verify that you think your Mackie product has a problem, please check out the following troubleshooting ideas:... have your Mackie product away. If the noise disappears, it loud and ...
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... 2 HOT 1 3 2 XLR Output Connector SHIELD COLD HOT 1/4" TRS Connectors TRS stands for a visual representation of daisy-chaining. The THRU jack on DLM loudspeakers are often used in home stereo and video equipment and in many other words, you could conceivably daisy-chain... DLM loudspeakers indefinitely. See page 8 for Tip-Ring-Sleeve, the three connections available on DLM loudspeakers. SLEEVE TIP SLEEVE TIP RCA Connector DLM loudspeakers may be daisy-chained via the male XLR connector labeled "THRU...
... 2 HOT 1 3 2 XLR Output Connector SHIELD COLD HOT 1/4" TRS Connectors TRS stands for a visual representation of daisy-chaining. The THRU jack on DLM loudspeakers are often used in home stereo and video equipment and in many other words, you could conceivably daisy-chain... DLM loudspeakers indefinitely. See page 8 for Tip-Ring-Sleeve, the three connections available on DLM loudspeakers. SLEEVE TIP SLEEVE TIP RCA Connector DLM loudspeakers may be daisy-chained via the male XLR connector labeled "THRU...
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... Loudspeakers Appendix C: Technical Information DLM Loudspeaker Specifications Acoustic Performance: Frequency Response (-10 dB) 65 Hz - 20 kHz [DLM8] 38 Hz - 20 kHz [DLM12] Max peak SPL (@ 1m calculated)1 125 dB [DLM8] 128 dB [DLM12] Crossover Point 1.6 kHz Dispersion 90...Material Polyimide Film Magnet Material Ferrite Low-Frequency Section Woofer Diameter 8.0 in / 203 mm [DLM8] 12 in / 305 mm [DLM12] Voice Coil Diameter 2.0 in / 51 mm [DLM8] 2.5 in / 64 mm [DLM12] Diaphragm Material Paper Magnet Material Ferrite DL2 Digital Mixer...
... Loudspeakers Appendix C: Technical Information DLM Loudspeaker Specifications Acoustic Performance: Frequency Response (-10 dB) 65 Hz - 20 kHz [DLM8] 38 Hz - 20 kHz [DLM12] Max peak SPL (@ 1m calculated)1 125 dB [DLM8] 128 dB [DLM12] Crossover Point 1.6 kHz Dispersion 90...Material Polyimide Film Magnet Material Ferrite Low-Frequency Section Woofer Diameter 8.0 in / 203 mm [DLM8] 12 in / 305 mm [DLM12] Voice Coil Diameter 2.0 in / 51 mm [DLM8] 2.5 in / 64 mm [DLM12] Diaphragm Material Paper Magnet Material Ferrite DL2 Digital Mixer...
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...;products better by incorporating new and improved materials, components, and manufacturing methods, we are hereby acknowledged. ©2012 LOUD Technologies Inc. Physical Properties DLM8: Height Width Depth Weight 12.3 in / 313 mm 12.1 in / 307 mm 11.9 in / 302 mm 22 lb / 10 kg ...lb / 14.1 kg Owner's Manual 23 All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or r egistered trademarks of LOUD Technologies Inc. "Mackie" and the "Running Man" figure are registered trademarks of their respective holders, and are always striving to change these specifications at any time ...
...;products better by incorporating new and improved materials, components, and manufacturing methods, we are hereby acknowledged. ©2012 LOUD Technologies Inc. Physical Properties DLM8: Height Width Depth Weight 12.3 in / 313 mm 12.1 in / 307 mm 11.9 in / 302 mm 22 lb / 10 kg ...lb / 14.1 kg Owner's Manual 23 All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or r egistered trademarks of LOUD Technologies Inc. "Mackie" and the "Running Man" figure are registered trademarks of their respective holders, and are always striving to change these specifications at any time ...
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Owner's Manual DLM Loudspeaker Frequency Response Legend PA Speaker Mode - This mode bumps the lows and highs with a mild tuck to 0 dB SPL 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k Frequency Response [Hz] Owner's Manual 25 DLM8 Loudspeaker Frequency Response 1/3 Octave Response Normalized to 0 dB SPL 20 50 100 200...
Owner's Manual DLM Loudspeaker Frequency Response Legend PA Speaker Mode - This mode bumps the lows and highs with a mild tuck to 0 dB SPL 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k Frequency Response [Hz] Owner's Manual 25 DLM8 Loudspeaker Frequency Response 1/3 Octave Response Normalized to 0 dB SPL 20 50 100 200...