Owner's Manual
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... to sufficiently intense noise for replacement of the polarized or grounding-type plug. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or PORTABLE CART table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with one or more of the limits set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of time. Servicing is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from tip-over...
... to sufficiently intense noise for replacement of the polarized or grounding-type plug. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or PORTABLE CART table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with one or more of the limits set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of time. Servicing is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from tip-over...
Owner's Manual
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.... Owner's Manual 3 Mackie HD Series Powered Subwoofers provide intense low-frequency extension and punch to any Mackie full-range system. Part No. Owner's Manual Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 CONTENTS 3 FEATURES 3 INTRODUCTION 3 HOOKUP DIAGRAMS 4 REAR PANEL FEATURES 7 INS AND OUTS OF POLARITY 10 PLACEMENT 11 THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS 11 AC POWER 11 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 11 APPENDIX A: SERVICE INFORMATION 12 APPENDIX B: CONNECTIONS 13 APPENDIX C: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 14 HD1501 GRAPHS AND DIMENSIONS...
.... Owner's Manual 3 Mackie HD Series Powered Subwoofers provide intense low-frequency extension and punch to any Mackie full-range system. Part No. Owner's Manual Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 CONTENTS 3 FEATURES 3 INTRODUCTION 3 HOOKUP DIAGRAMS 4 REAR PANEL FEATURES 7 INS AND OUTS OF POLARITY 10 PLACEMENT 11 THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS 11 AC POWER 11 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 11 APPENDIX A: SERVICE INFORMATION 12 APPENDIX B: CONNECTIONS 13 APPENDIX C: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 14 HD1501 GRAPHS AND DIMENSIONS...
Owner's Manual
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... frequencies Power Cord 1 2 3 4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 MON MAIN ProFX12 Mixer This diagram shows the left line level output of a Mackie ProFX12 mixer feeding inputs A and B of the subwoofer relative to achieve optimum performance. See page 10 for more information. HD1501: 3-WAY Mono Sub SYSTEM WITH SRM450v2 LOUDSPEAKERS 4 HD1501 Experiment with the HD1501's polarity switch to the full-range loudspeakers will also affect performance. Placement of one Mackie HD1501 subwoofer. Two SRM450v2 powered...
... frequencies Power Cord 1 2 3 4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 MON MAIN ProFX12 Mixer This diagram shows the left line level output of a Mackie ProFX12 mixer feeding inputs A and B of the subwoofer relative to achieve optimum performance. See page 10 for more information. HD1501: 3-WAY Mono Sub SYSTEM WITH SRM450v2 LOUDSPEAKERS 4 HD1501 Experiment with the HD1501's polarity switch to the full-range loudspeakers will also affect performance. Placement of one Mackie HD1501 subwoofer. Two SRM450v2 powered...
Owner's Manual
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... level output HD1501 input A Left line level output 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9-10 11-12 1 2 3 4 CFX12mkII Mixer HD1501 subwoofer Power reproduces the low Cords frequencies This diagram shows the left and right line level outputs of a Mackie CFX12mkII mixer feeding input A of the subwoofer relative to achieve optimum performance. See page 10 for more information. Experiment with the HD1501's polarity switch to the full-range loudspeakers will also affect performance. HD1501: STEREO 3-WAY SYSTEM WITH HD1521 LOUDSPEAKERS Owner's Manual 5 Placement of two Mackie HD1501 subwoofers...
... level output HD1501 input A Left line level output 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9-10 11-12 1 2 3 4 CFX12mkII Mixer HD1501 subwoofer Power reproduces the low Cords frequencies This diagram shows the left and right line level outputs of a Mackie CFX12mkII mixer feeding input A of the subwoofer relative to achieve optimum performance. See page 10 for more information. Experiment with the HD1501's polarity switch to the full-range loudspeakers will also affect performance. HD1501: STEREO 3-WAY SYSTEM WITH HD1521 LOUDSPEAKERS Owner's Manual 5 Placement of two Mackie HD1501 subwoofers...
Owner's Manual
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HD1501: STEREO 4-WAY SYSTEM WITH HD1521 LOUDSPEAKERS AND DUAL SUBWOOFERS 6 HD1501 The High Pass output A of these subwoofers also feed the input of each subwoofer then feeds input A of another pair of Mackie HD1501 subwoofers. Be sure to disengage the Polarity Invert switch on the HD1501 subwoofers to HD1501 input A HD1501 subwoofers reproduce the low frequencies Power Cord Onyx 1640i Mixer This diagram shows the left and right line level outputs of a Mackie Onyx 1640i mixer feeding input A of each Mackie HD1521...
HD1501: STEREO 4-WAY SYSTEM WITH HD1521 LOUDSPEAKERS AND DUAL SUBWOOFERS 6 HD1501 The High Pass output A of these subwoofers also feed the input of each subwoofer then feeds input A of another pair of Mackie HD1501 subwoofers. Be sure to disengage the Polarity Invert switch on the HD1501 subwoofers to HD1501 input A HD1501 subwoofers reproduce the low frequencies Power Cord Onyx 1640i Mixer This diagram shows the left and right line level outputs of a Mackie Onyx 1640i mixer feeding input A of each Mackie HD1521...
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... sources. Press the bottom of your unit is the same voltage as your speakers. Before you plug the AC power cord into the powered subwoofer, make sure that the voltage of this switch to turn -off . Owner's Manual Rear Panel Features HD1501 15 -INCH HIGH DEFINITION POWERED SUBWOOFER INPUTS A B 3 OUTPUTS A FULL RANGE B 5 A HIGH PASS B 4 10 SETTINGS POWER 7 LIGHT ON POLARITY INVERT 6 THERMAL SIG/ LIMIT 9 - 6dB +6dB LEVEL 8 AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE -
... sources. Press the bottom of your unit is the same voltage as your speakers. Before you plug the AC power cord into the powered subwoofer, make sure that the voltage of this switch to turn -off . Owner's Manual Rear Panel Features HD1501 15 -INCH HIGH DEFINITION POWERED SUBWOOFER INPUTS A B 3 OUTPUTS A FULL RANGE B 5 A HIGH PASS B 4 10 SETTINGS POWER 7 LIGHT ON POLARITY INVERT 6 THERMAL SIG/ LIMIT 9 - 6dB +6dB LEVEL 8 AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE -
Owner's Manual
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...-range outputs. LEVEL This controls the overall signal level at these line-level output jacks. If you may decide to use either the A or B input connector. FULL RANGE OUTPUTS Balanced XLR male connectors are separate and maintain the stereo separation of the High Pass Outputs (4) or the Full Range Outputs (5). The frequency WraARnNgINeG: above 100 Hz. POLARITY INVERT internal active crossover splits the input signals into Press this switch in power amplifier. The...
...-range outputs. LEVEL This controls the overall signal level at these line-level output jacks. If you may decide to use either the A or B input connector. FULL RANGE OUTPUTS Balanced XLR male connectors are separate and maintain the stereo separation of the High Pass Outputs (4) or the Full Range Outputs (5). The frequency WraARnNgINeG: above 100 Hz. POLARITY INVERT internal active crossover splits the input signals into Press this switch in power amplifier. The...
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... USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Owner's Manual HD1501 15 -INCH HIGH DEFINITION POWERED SUBWOOFER INPUTS A B 3 OUTPUTS A FULL RANGE B 5 A HIGH PASS B 4 10 SETTINGS POWER LIGHT ON 7 THERMAL SIG/ LIMIT 9 POLARITY INVERT 6 - 6dB +6dB LEVEL 8 9. If the temperature begins to exceed a safe operating level, this indicator lights and the amplifier output is an indication that monitors the internal temperature of the thermal protection circuit is limited to allow the amplifier to avoid continued thermal problems...
... USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Owner's Manual HD1501 15 -INCH HIGH DEFINITION POWERED SUBWOOFER INPUTS A B 3 OUTPUTS A FULL RANGE B 5 A HIGH PASS B 4 10 SETTINGS POWER LIGHT ON 7 THERMAL SIG/ LIMIT 9 POLARITY INVERT 6 - 6dB +6dB LEVEL 8 9. If the temperature begins to exceed a safe operating level, this indicator lights and the amplifier output is an indication that monitors the internal temperature of the thermal protection circuit is limited to allow the amplifier to avoid continued thermal problems...
Owner's Manual
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... sound source. A subwoofer works by the polarity switch is receiving from your setup. It does so according to the low-frequency portion of the subwoofer's output relative to ensure that you may be used in which setting gives you have noticed any changes to just the subwoofer. The polarity invert switch comes into play when the HD1501 subwoofer is housed. Listed below are some recommended configurations for pairing a Mackie HD-Series subwoofer (using...
... sound source. A subwoofer works by the polarity switch is receiving from your setup. It does so according to the low-frequency portion of the subwoofer's output relative to ensure that you may be used in which setting gives you have noticed any changes to just the subwoofer. The polarity invert switch comes into play when the HD1501 subwoofer is housed. Listed below are some recommended configurations for pairing a Mackie HD-Series subwoofer (using...
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... characteristics to support the weight of the HD1501) to a safe operating temperature, the thermal switch resets itself, and the HD1501 resumes normal operation. Use the optional Mackie speaker mounting pole to mount them for your model. Avoid installing the subwoofer in a cold environment, warm up the voice coils slowly by sending a low-level signal through them on the line, the louder the subwoofer will play and the more power that a stiff...
... characteristics to support the weight of the HD1501) to a safe operating temperature, the thermal switch resets itself, and the HD1501 resumes normal operation. Use the optional Mackie speaker mounting pole to mount them for your model. Avoid installing the subwoofer in a cold environment, warm up the voice coils slowly by sending a low-level signal through them on the line, the louder the subwoofer will play and the more power that a stiff...
Owner's Manual
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... Mackie product has a problem, please check out the following troubleshooting ideas: • Use balanced connections throughout your Mackie product away. Make sure the AC outlet is live . No sound • Is the input level control for the best noise rejection. • Whenever possible, plug all the way down before disengaging the offending switch. • Is the thermal indicator lit red on the rear panel glowing green? Make sure the output volume...
... Mackie product has a problem, please check out the following troubleshooting ideas: • Use balanced connections throughout your Mackie product away. Make sure the AC outlet is live . No sound • Is the input level control for the best noise rejection. • Whenever possible, plug all the way down before disengaging the offending switch. • Is the thermal indicator lit red on the rear panel glowing green? Make sure the output volume...
Owner's Manual
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... information on , daisy-chaining multiple subwoofers. Cold (-) There are also wired according to the next subwoofer's input jack, and so on page 17. Shield (Ground) Pin 2 - Tech Support will tell you can daisy chain up to connect several HD1501's. Owner's Manual Appendix B: Connections Repair "XLR" Connectors For warranty service, refer to how many you where the nearest factory-authorized service center is located in parallel=1222 ohms). The HD1501...
... information on , daisy-chaining multiple subwoofers. Cold (-) There are also wired according to the next subwoofer's input jack, and so on page 17. Shield (Ground) Pin 2 - Tech Support will tell you can daisy chain up to connect several HD1501's. Owner's Manual Appendix B: Connections Repair "XLR" Connectors For warranty service, refer to how many you where the nearest factory-authorized service center is located in parallel=1222 ohms). The HD1501...
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... galvanized steel Physical Properties Height: Width: Depth: Weight: 20.0 in / 508 mm 18.25 in / 464 mm 25.0 in / 76 mm Paper Ferrite Power Amplifier Rated Power: THD: Design: Cooling 600 watts rms 1200 watts peak < 0.03% Class D Active, twin thermally controlled vari-speed fans Input/Output Input Type Input Impedance: Full Range Output: High Pass Output: Output Impedance: Level Control: Female XLR Balanced differential (stereo left/right) 20 k Male XLR Balanced...
... galvanized steel Physical Properties Height: Width: Depth: Weight: 20.0 in / 508 mm 18.25 in / 464 mm 25.0 in / 76 mm Paper Ferrite Power Amplifier Rated Power: THD: Design: Cooling 600 watts rms 1200 watts peak < 0.03% Class D Active, twin thermally controlled vari-speed fans Input/Output Input Type Input Impedance: Full Range Output: High Pass Output: Output Impedance: Level Control: Female XLR Balanced differential (stereo left/right) 20 k Male XLR Balanced...
Owner's Manual
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.... At the same time, your household waste disposal service. Owner's Manual Frequency Response 10 0 Relative Magnitude (dB) -10 -20 -30 -40 -50 10 100 Frequency (Hz) 1000 HD1501 Dimensions 18.25 in/ 464 mm 20.0 in/ 508 mm WEIGHT 80.0 lb 36.3 kg 25.0 in/ 635 mm...Owner's Manual 15 For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this type of with EEE. This symbol indicates that are generally associated with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive...
.... At the same time, your household waste disposal service. Owner's Manual Frequency Response 10 0 Relative Magnitude (dB) -10 -20 -30 -40 -50 10 100 Frequency (Hz) 1000 HD1501 Dimensions 18.25 in/ 464 mm 20.0 in/ 508 mm WEIGHT 80.0 lb 36.3 kg 25.0 in/ 635 mm...Owner's Manual 15 For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this type of with EEE. This symbol indicates that are generally associated with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive...
Owner's Manual
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16 HD1501 HD1501 Block Diagram HD1501 Full Range Output XLRs Input XLRs High Pass Output XLRs HPF 100 Hz Crossover HPF 100 Hz Crossover Polarity Invert LED Thermal LED Signal / Limit LED HPF 45 Hz LPF 100 Hz Overexcursion Crossover Protection HD Subwoofer Gain Processing - 6dB +6dB LEVEL Polarity Invert Thermal Mute Limiter Amp Normal Inverted Thermal Monitoring
16 HD1501 HD1501 Block Diagram HD1501 Full Range Output XLRs Input XLRs High Pass Output XLRs HPF 100 Hz Crossover HPF 100 Hz Crossover Polarity Invert LED Thermal LED Signal / Limit LED HPF 45 Hz LPF 100 Hz Overexcursion Crossover Protection HD Subwoofer Gain Processing - 6dB +6dB LEVEL Polarity Invert Thermal Mute Limiter Amp Normal Inverted Thermal Monitoring
Owner's Manual
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...Owner's Manual 17 Owner's Manual Mackie Limited Warranty Please keep your "). Please retain the original dated sales receipt as the specific duration of this product, please visit www.mackie.com/warranty. or Canada, please visit www.mackie.com/warranty to the warranty then LOUD or its authorized service representative will at its option, either repair or replace...you" or "your sales receipt in the U.S. and Canada) during the Warranty Period. Need help with your new powered subwoofer? • Visit www.mackie.com and click Support to find contact information for this Product ...
...Owner's Manual 17 Owner's Manual Mackie Limited Warranty Please keep your "). Please retain the original dated sales receipt as the specific duration of this product, please visit www.mackie.com/warranty. or Canada, please visit www.mackie.com/warranty to the warranty then LOUD or its authorized service representative will at its option, either repair or replace...you" or "your sales receipt in the U.S. and Canada) during the Warranty Period. Need help with your new powered subwoofer? • Visit www.mackie.com and click Support to find contact information for this Product ...
Owner's Manual
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...; www.mackie.com E-mail: sales@mackie.com HD1501 15 - DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NE PAS OUVRIR WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. INCH HIGH DEFINITION POWERED SUBWOOFER INPUTS A B OUTPUTS A FULL RANGE B A HIGH PASS B SETTINGS POWER LIGHT ON THERMAL SIG / LIMIT POLARITY INVERT - 6dB +6dB LEVEL AVIS...
...; www.mackie.com E-mail: sales@mackie.com HD1501 15 - DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NE PAS OUVRIR WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. INCH HIGH DEFINITION POWERED SUBWOOFER INPUTS A B OUTPUTS A FULL RANGE B A HIGH PASS B SETTINGS POWER LIGHT ON THERMAL SIG / LIMIT POLARITY INVERT - 6dB +6dB LEVEL AVIS...