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DRM Professional Passive Loudspeaker Series
Getting Started
Introduction
DRM Series Professional Passive Loudspeakers deliver
high-performance, crystal-clear sound with the rugged
construction and reliability that professional production
and install customers demand.
Custom transducers housed in coated touring-grade plywood
cabinets are designed for consistent performance in the most
demanding applications.
Equipped with M10 flypoints, dual angle pole mounts,
and available line array configurations; the DRM Series
is perfect for clubs, houses of worship, rental systems
and more.
Combine with MX Series Amplifiers* and the SP260
Loudspeaker Processor for a complete Mackie
professional system.
*MX Series Amplifiers not available in the US, Canada,
China, Japan and other 100 – 120V countries.
How to Use This Manual:
After this introduction, a getting started guide will help
you get things set up fast. The hookup diagrams show some
typical DRM-P loudspeaker setups, including some that
involve the DRM18S-P subwoofer.
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The following steps will help you set up the loudspeakers
quickly.
1. Make all initial connections with the power switches
OFF on all equipment. Make sure the master volume, level
and gain controls are all the way down.
2. Connect the outputs from the mixing console (or other
signal source) to the inputs on the rear panel of the power
amplifier.
3. If not using a subwoofer, connect the speaker output(s)
from the power amplifier to the input on the rear panel
of the loudspeaker(s).
4. If using a subwoofer, connect the speaker output(s)
from the power amplifier to the input on the rear panel
of the subwoofer(s), then connect the thru outputs
from the subwoofer to the inputs of the loudspeakers.
5. Turn the mixer (or other signal source) on.
6. Turn the power amplifier on. Turn up its volume
or gain control(s) as recommended by the manufacturer.
7. Start the signal source and raise the mixer’s main
L/R fader up to a comfortably loud listening level.
Things to Remember:
• Never listen to loud music for prolonged periods. Please see
the Safety Instructions on page 2 for information on hearing
protection.
• As a general guide, the mixer (or other signal source)
should be turned on first, followed by the amplifier.
As such, the amplifier should also be turned off first,
followed by the mixer. This will reduce the possibility
of any turn-on or turn-off thumps and other noises
generated by any upstream equipment from coming
out of the speakers.
• Save the shipping boxes and packing materials! You may
need them someday. Besides, the cats will love playing
in them and jumping out at you unexpectedly. Remember
to pretend like you are surprised!
• Save your sales receipt in a safe place.
Please write the serial numbers here for future reference
(i.e., insurance claims, tech support, return authorization,
make dad proud, etc.)
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