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MR5mk2

MR5mk2

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 

manufacturer’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 con-

nection (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 equip-

ment 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 

radioélectriques 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 danger-

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

persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pres-

sure 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:

Important Safety Instructions

PORTABLE CART

WARNING

CAUTION    AVIS

RISK OF ELECTRIC 

SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR

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

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

ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS ENLEVER LE COUVERCLE. 

AUCUN ENTRETIEN DE PIECES INTERIEURES PAR L'USAGER. 

CONFIER L'ENTRETIEN AU PERSONNEL QUALIFIE.

AVIS: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION, N'EXPOSEZ PAS CET ARTICLE 

A LA PLUIE OU A L'HUMIDITE

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.

Le symbole éclair avec point de flèche à l'intérieur d'un triangle équilatéral 
est utilisé pour alerter l'utilisateur de la présence à l'intérieur du coffret de 
"voltage dangereux" non isolé d'ampleur suffisante pour constituer un risque 
d'éléctrocution.

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.

Le point d'exclamation à l'intérieur d'un triangle équilatéral est employé 
pour alerter les utilisateurs de la présence d'instructions importantes pour le 
fonctionnement et l'entretien (service) dans le livret d'instruction 
accompagnant l'appareil.

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

The Ballard Mallard screaming at 

desTROYer about deadlines

0.5 

110

0.25 or less 115

Loudest parts at a rock concert

Summary of Contents for mr5mk2

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL High Resolution Powered Studio Monitor MR5mk2 ...

Page 2: ...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 ...

Page 3: ... 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 Contents MR5mk2 Features ...

Page 4: ...ssional monitoring system The completely re voiced MR5mk2 features all new high end drivers and provides unmatched frequency response performance in its category The MR5mk2 s precision Class A B amplification 55W LF 30W HF offers class leading power tons of connection options and simple acoustic controls for room correction Plus an optimally sized custom waveguide and minimum diffraction molded ba...

Page 5: ...sponse in a room that s optimized for bass reproduction A lot of factors can conspire to thwart the MR5mk2s extended low frequency including room shape room volume and acoustical treatment This is not a cop out or an apology It s plain old physics in action Luckily we ve armed you with some compensating controls that you can use to optimize the frequency response of the speakers in your particular...

Page 6: ... of input connectors XLR 1 4 inch and RCA Since all three of them are connected together electrically do not connect more than one signal at a time to the input jacks The XLR connector and 1 4 inch TRS tip ring sleeve connector accept a balanced signal while the RCA connector accepts an unbalanced signal A balanced signal provides better noise rejection and is the preferred method especially if us...

Page 7: ...the characteristics of the woofer to produce low frequency extension Conversely if the mixes are consistently too bright then adding some additional high frequency energy in the monitors satisfies your ears and the resultant mix has less HF content It s a real rush to mix really loud But remember that the resulting mix only sounds good when you play it at least that loud However strange it may sou...

Page 8: ...ers from inadvertent damage CAUTION The protection circuits are designed to prevent damage to the loudspeakers under reasonable and sensible conditions Should you choose to ignore the warning signs i e excessive distortion you can still damage the speakers in the MR5mk2 by overdriving them Such damage is beyond the scope of the warranty OverexcursionProtection A 12 dB octave high pass filter at 50...

Page 9: ...ted near AC cables power transformers or other EMI sources including wall warts and line lumps These sources usually produce hum Is there a light dimmer or other triac based device on the same AC circuit as the monitor Dimmers cause buzzing noises Use an AC line filter or plug the monitor into a different AC circuit Excessive hiss is an indication of an incorrect gain setting somewhere before the ...

Page 10: ... Support department at 1 800 898 3211 normal business hours Pacific Time to explain the problem They will tell you where the nearest factory authorized service center is located in your area Service for Mackie products living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors Need help with your new MR5mk2 Visit www mackie com and click Support to find FAQs manuals and...

Page 11: ...SLEEVE TIP SLEEVE TIP RING RING TIP SLEEVE RING 1 4 TS Phone Plugs and Jacks TS stands for Tip Sleeve the two connections available on a mono 1 4 phone jack or plug They are used for unbalanced signals It is okay to connect an unbalanced 1 4 phone plug into the 1 4 TRS phone jack on the MR5mk2 1 4 TS Unbalanced Wiring Hot Tip Shield Ground Sleeve RCA Plugs and Jacks RCA type plugs also known as ph...

Page 12: ...e our products by incorporating new and improved materials components and manufacturing methods Therefore we reserve the right to change these specifications at any time without notice MR5mk2 Specifications Acoustic Performance Free Field Frequency Response 50 Hz 20 kHz Sound Pressure Level 1 meter 4 dBu into Balanced Input 104 dB SPL 1m Maximum SPL Per Pair 116 dB SPL 1m Transducers Low Frequency...

Page 13: ...ged MR5mk2 Block Diagram 2011 LOUD Technologies Inc All Rights Reserved 2 dB 0 2 3 1 2 dB HIGH FREQ XLR BALANCED LINE INPUT RCA UNBALANCED LINE INPUT 1 4 UNBALANCED LINE INPUT INPUT LEVEL CROSSOVER HI FREQ LO FREQ HI FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER HI FREQUENCY DRIVER LO FREQUENCY DRIVER TWEETER HI VDC HI VDC OVEREXCURSION PROTECT LO FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER WOOFER HI VDC LO VDC TOROIDAL POWER TRANSFOR...

Page 14: ...E FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS 1 THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE AND 2 THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION WARNING TO REDUCETHE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSETHIS EQUIPMENTTO RAIN OR MOISTURE DO NOT REMOVE COVER NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ...

Page 15: ...vice representative will at its option either repair or replace any such nonconforming product provided that Customer gives 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 normal business hours Pacific Time excluding weekends or LOUD holidays Please retain t...

Page 16: ... Road NE Woodinville WA 98072 USA United States and Canada 800 898 3211 Europe Asia Central and South America 425 487 4333 Middle East and Africa 31 20 654 4000 Fax 425 487 4337 www mackie com E mail sales mackie com ...

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