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1.

  Read these instructions.  

2.

  Keep these instructions.

3.

  Heed all warnings.

4.

  Follow all instructions.

5.

  Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.

  Clean only with a dry cloth.

7.

  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manu-

facturer’s instructions.

8.

  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, 

or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.

  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. 

A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-

type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or 

the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit 

into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.

 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, 

convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.

 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.

 Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table 

specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the 

apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when 

moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury 

from tip-over.

13.

 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when 

unused for long periods of time.

14.

 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when 

the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord 

or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the 

apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not 

operate normally, or has been dropped.

15.

 This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no object 

filled with liquids, such as vases or beer glasses, shall be placed on the 

apparatus.

16.

 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk 

of fire or electric shock.

17.

 This apparatus has been designed with Class-I construction and must be 

connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection 

(the third grounding prong).

18.

 This apparatus has been equipped with a rocker-style AC mains power 

switch. This switch is located on the rear panel and should remain readily 

accessible to the user.

19.  

The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, 

so the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

20.

 NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC 

Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection 

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 

generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not 

installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause 

harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no 

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. 

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television 

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and 

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or 

more of the following measures:

•  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•  Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

•  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that 

to which the receiver is connected.

•  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

  CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved 

by LOUD Technologies Inc. could void the user's authority to operate the 

equipment under FCC rules.

21.

 This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is 

applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set 

out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of 

Communications.

ATTENTION

 — 

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélec-

triques dépassant las limites applicables aux appareils numériques de class 

A/de class B (selon le cas) prescrites dans le réglement sur le brouillage 

radioélectrique édicté par les ministere des communications du Canada.

22.

 Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing 

loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing 

loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently 

intense noise for a period of time. The U.S. Government’s Occupational 

Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the permissible 

noise level exposures shown in the following chart.

  According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these permissible limits 

could result in some hearing loss. To ensure against potentially dangerous 

exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons 

exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels 

use hearing protectors while the equipment is in operation. Ear plugs or 

protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating 

the equipment in order to prevent permanent hearing loss if exposure is in 

excess of the limits set forth here:

PORTABLE CART

WARNING

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC 

SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is 

intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous 

voltage" within the product's enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude 

to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the 

user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) 

instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not 

expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Duration, per 

day in hours

Sound Level dBA, 

Slow Response

Typical Example 

8

90

Duo in small club

6

92

4

95

Subway Train

3

97

2

100

Very loud classical music

1.5

102

1

105

John screaming at Troy about deadlines

0.5 

110

0.25 or less 115

Loudest parts at a rock concert

Correct Disposal of this product: 

This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive 

(2002/96/EC) and your national law. This product should be handed over to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling 

of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the 

same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste 

equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, or your household waste disposal service.

Important Safety Instructions

Summary of Contents for DLM12

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 2000W Powered Loudspeakers with DL2 Digital Mixer DLM8 and DLM12...

Page 2: ...onnected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by LOUD Technologies Inc could void the user s authori...

Page 3: ...aker 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...

Page 4: ...epth explanations of features and practical tips They usually have some valuable nuggets of information This icon draws attention to certain features and functions relating to the usage of the loudspe...

Page 5: ...THRU 2 TRS TRS Line XLR RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS N OUVREZPASLACOUVERTURE N EXPOSEZ PASCET QUIPEMENT LAPLUIEOU L HUMIDIT MEM SYS 2 1 2000W Digital Loudspeaker DLM loudspeakers are the p...

Page 6: ...L UNBALANCED R 0dB 0dBu MAIN METERS R L OL 4 6 3 10 15 7 10 20 30 0 2 BREAK MUTES ALL CHANNELS PHANTOM POWER POWER STEREO GRAPHIC EQ FX SEND MID 2 5kHz MID 2 5kHz MID 2 5kHz MID 2 5kHz MID 2 5kHz 80Hz...

Page 7: ...AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIREORELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE DONOTREMOVECOVER NOUSERSERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE REFERSERVICINGTOQUAL...

Page 8: ...ker input To next DLM loudspeaker input Main Outs HookupDiagramscontinued DLM loudspeakers may be daisy chained via the male XLR connector labeled THRU Simply plug the signal source i e mixer output i...

Page 9: ...RELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE DO NOT REMOVE COVER NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL 1 THRU 2 TRS TRS Line XLR RISK OF ELECTRIC...

Page 10: ...ULES FOR THE U S AND ICES 003 FOR CANADA OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS 1 THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE AND 2 THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED I...

Page 11: ...llow you to play a CD player iPod or other line level source The tape in jacks accept an unbalanced signal using standard hi fi RCA hookup cables 8 Thru Output This is a male XLR type connector that p...

Page 12: ...ow EQ provides up to 15 dB of boost or cut below 80 Hz The circuit is flat at the center position This frequency represents the punch in bass drums bass guitar fat synth patches and some really seriou...

Page 13: ...system Delay Delay delays the audio signal for a set period of time With DLM loudspeakers it s used for aligning delay stacks balcony fills etc not as an effect DLM delay times range from 0 ms 0 0 fe...

Page 14: ...elFeaturescontinued 16 and Buttons These buttons work in conjunction with the buttons mentioned previously channel 1 and 2 MEM and SYS Increase or decrease the level EQ settings and FX level on channe...

Page 15: ...ing a built in thermal switch will activate muting the signal and ramping the fan up to top speed An error message will also appear on the OLED Display When the amplifier has cooled down to a safe ope...

Page 16: ...rmance of a sound system Here are some additional placement tips to help overcome some typical room problems that might arise Placing loudspeakers in the corners of a room increases the low frequency...

Page 17: ...ot supplied by Mackie Various types of load rated hardware are available from a variety of third party sources There are a number of such companies specializing in manufacturing hardware for designing...

Page 18: ...usts angle Care and Maintenance Your Mackie loudspeakers will provide many years of reliable service if you follow these guidelines Avoid exposing the loudspeakers to moisture If they are set up outdo...

Page 19: ...line cords into outlets which share a common ground The distance between the outlets and the common ground should be as short as possible If you think your Mackie product has a problem please check o...

Page 20: ...isit www mackie com click Support and select Locate a Service Center Service for Mackie products living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors If you do not ha...

Page 21: ...vers so there is no additional loading to the inputs when daisy chaining In other words you could conceivably daisy chain DLM loudspeakers indefinitely XLR Input Connector 2 3 1 SHIELD COLD HOT SHIELD...

Page 22: ...driver sensitivity and amplifier power Power Amplifiers System Power Amplification Rated Power 1000 watts rms 2000 watts peak Low Frequency Power Amplifier Rated Power 500 watts rms 1000 watts peak R...

Page 23: ...02 mm Weight 22 lb 10 kg DLM12 Height 15 9 in 403 mm Width 15 3 in 389 mm Depth 14 3 in 363 mm Weight 31 lb 14 1 kg Mounting Methods Floor mount pole mount wall mount or fly via three integrated M10 m...

Page 24: ...peakers 24 DLM8 12 Powered Loudspeakers DLM8LoudspeakerDimensions DLM12LoudspeakerDimensions WEIGHT 22 lb 10kg 12 1 in 307 mm 11 9 in 302 mm 12 3 in 313 mm WEIGHT 31 lb 14 1kg 15 3 in 389 mm 14 3 in 3...

Page 25: ...d range clarity where vocals often reside Soloist Speaker Mode This mode features a low frequency roll off to get rid of unwanted thumps and adds boost and sparkle to mid range and high frequencies Th...

Page 26: ...er Fader DSP Speaker Processing Hi Lo XLR Line 0 dB Mic 30 dB XLR 0 or 30 dB TRS 0 dB fixed gain Amp Amp Limit Limit THRU XLR TRS COMBO DISPLAY 1 2 SYS MEM USER CONTROLS Comp Lim Comp Lim XOver XOver...

Page 27: ...tails dense diffusion and long pre delays and reflections that would be found in a very large stone walled house of worship Gives amazing depth to choirs wind instruments organs and soft acoustic guit...

Page 28: ...ives notice of the noncompliance within the Warranty Period to the Company at www mackie com support or by calling LOUD technical support at 1 800 898 3211 toll free in the U S and Canada during norma...

Page 29: ...Owner s Manual 29 Owner s Manual 16220 Wood Red Road NE Woodinville WA 98072 USA Phone 425 487 4333 Toll free 800 898 3211 Fax 425 487 4337 www mackie com...

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