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SP400C – 3

4.

Introduction

The SP400C is a complete two-way bass-reflex

flush-mount loudspeaker assembly designed for
ease of installation, extremely wide coverage, and
high-fidelity full-range sound reinforcement.

The SP400C is ideal for use in business music

systems and foreground/background music applications.

Installing the SP400C is simple. The one-piece

assembly includes the backcan, mounting tabs
(clamps), front baffle rim, high- and low-frequency
drivers, and our proprietary two-way waveguide based
on Mackie Designs award-winning HR824 studio
monitors. Support rails are supplied that attach to
the C-ring (included) and distribute the speaker’s
weight to the ceiling tile T-channels. A template is
also included for marking the correct cutout size.

The Phoenix-style connector on the back of the

assembly provides input and loop-through
connections for 70V/100V distribution systems, or
low-impedance operation. An easily accessible
rotary switch on the front panel selects the
appropriate tap (from 3.7 watts to 30 watts). A
second switch allows you to select among full-range
operation, high-pass (when used with a subwoofer),
and full-range low-impedance operation (16 ohms).

A plastic paint shield is provided that protects

the transducers so the front baffle rim and grille can
be painted to match the surrounding décor.

5. Product Description

1. Grille
2. C-Ring
3. Support Rails
4. Mounting Tabs
5. Attachment Screws
6. Backcan
7. Terminal Cover Plate
8. Connector
9. Strain Relief

10. Seismic Safety Tab
11. Waveguide
12. Tap Selector Switch
13. Full-range/High-Pass Selector Switch

1

2

3

4

+

LOOP

THRU

LOOP

THRU

IN

IN

+

3.7

7.5

15

30

70v

100v

HIGH
PASS

FULL

RANGE

FULL

RANGE

(16 OHMS)

7.5

15

30

5. Attachment

Screws

12. Tap Selector 

Switch

1. Grille

6. Backcan

7. Terminal

Cover Plate

8. Connector

9. Strain Relief

10. Seismic 

Safety Tab

11. Waveguide

13. Full-Range/High-Pass 

Selector Switch

4. Mounting

Tabs

2. C-Ring

3. Support Rails

Summary of Contents for SP400C

Page 1: ...SP400C 2 Way Ceiling Monitor Sound Palette Instruction Manual 3 7 7 5 15 30 70v 100v HIGH PASS FULL RANGE FULL RANGE 16 OHMS 7 5 15 30...

Page 2: ...d Health Administration OSHA has established the maximum sound pressure levels that can be with stood without causing damage which are shown in the table below According to the OSHA regulations any ex...

Page 3: ...V 100V distribution systems or low impedance operation An easily accessible rotary switch on the front panel selects the appropriate tap from 3 7 watts to 30 watts A second switch allows you to select...

Page 4: ...tion in level as you move around the area The downside of higher density coverage of course is that more speakers are required for a given area Installation Note Observe all local and national codes w...

Page 5: ...TIGHTEN 1 2 3 4 LO O P THRU LO O P THRU IN IN B2 Open the terminal cover plate 7 on the back of the SP400C Use a threaded conduit set screw coupler not supplied For 1 2 conduit use Thomas Betts Steel...

Page 6: ...ke sure all the taps in the system add up to less than the rated power of the amplifier driving them As a general rule you should provide at least 10 headroom to account for insertion losses i e wirin...

Page 7: ...rated metal with weather resistant coating Safety Features Rear hanging Ring Safety loop located at rear of enclosure for attachment of load bearing safety strap 11 8 in 300 mm 9 5 in 241 mm 10 8 in 2...

Page 8: ...instructions 1 Call Mackie Designs Tech Support at 1 888 337 7404 7 am to 5 pm PST Monday Friday to verify the problem and obtain a Return Authorization RA Number Be sure to have the serial number of...

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