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Owner’s Manual

Contents

Features

Part No. SW1277 Rev. A  09/19

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•  Lightweight, Small Footprint, Built-Like-A-Tank

  o     Lightweight all-in-one design offers everything  

        you need for your gig

  o     Load in to your next gig and be set up in minutes

  o     Fits just about anywhere and disappears in any room 

o     Rugged design is built to last

•  Proven SRM Sound with Ultra-Wide Coverage

  o     1300W of power delivers maximum headroom  

        and top performance

  o     6-driver wide-dispersion array and 10" subwoofer  

        provide crystal-clear, room-filling sound

  o     Adjustable height directs the sound at ear level  

        for optimal coverage and clarity 

o     For audiences of up to 100 people

•  Complete Wireless Control with SRM-Flex Connect™

  o     Pair your smartphone and get wireless control over    

        everything from channel levels to EQ, system presets,  

        and more

  o     Mount your phone to your mic stand for on the fly    

        adjustments or have a dedicated engineer mix you  

        from the audience

  o     Compatible with iOS and Android® devices*

•  Stream Your Music

  o     Need to play some break music or a backing track?  

        No need to worry about the cable. Stream music straight  

        from your phone or any Bluetooth® enabled device.

•  Built-in 6-Channel Digital Mixer

  o     The built-in 6-channel digital mixer has inputs for mics,  

        instruments, and media players

  o     Professional XLR out allows for connection  

        to an additional SRM-Flex or front-of-house mixer

•  Dial in Your Sound

  o     2-Band EQ on channels 1 and 2 allow you to easily adjust  

        the tone of your mic, guitar, keyboard, or anything else  

        you plug in to get the sound just right

  o     Application voicing modes tailor the system to your    

        application and venue. Choose between Music, Speech,  

        and Live.

•  Find the Perfect Reverb

  o     Put the finishing touch on your sound with a choice  

        of not just 1, but 3 great-sounding reverbs

•  Zero-Fuss Physical Controls

  o     With tactile knobs for every critical function  

        and adjustment, you can get to what you need without  

        the hassle of navigating menus on a small screen

•  Weight and Dimensions (H x W x D)

  o     29.6 lb. / 13.4 kg 

o     17.0 x 13.0 x 14.2 in / 432 x 330 x 361 mm (Base only) 

o     79.0 x 2.8 x 3.0 in / 2007 x 71 x 76 mm  

       (Total size with extenders)

•  Included Accessories

  o     Carry bag for array module and extenders 

o     Protective cover for subwoofer/mixer module

*SRM-Flex Connect requires iOS 11 or later or Android 6 or later

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Important Safety Instructions ........................................... 2
Contents / Features ............................................................ 3
Introduction / Getting Started ........................................... 4
Hookup Diagrams ............................................................... 5

Base Station ........................................................................ 9
SRM-Flex Connect™ App ................................................... 9
SRM-Flex: Rear Panel Features ......................................... 9
 

1. Power Connection .................................................... 9

 

2. Power Switch ........................................................... 9

SRM-Flex: Top Panel Features ..........................................10
 

3. Power LED ...............................................................10

 

4. XLR and 1/4" Combo Inputs [Chs. 1 and 2] ...........10

 

5. Line / Hi-Z Switches [Chs. 1 and 2] ....................... 11

 

6. 1/4" Stereo Line Inputs [Ch. 3/4] .......................... 11

 

7. Sig / OL LEDs ........................................................... 11

 

8. 1/8" Stereo Line Input [Ch. 5/6] ........................... 11

 

9. Bluetooth Button [Ch. 5/6] ................................... 11

 

10. Volume Knobs .......................................................12

 

11. Reverb Send Knobs [Chs. 1 and 2] .......................12

 

12 and 13. Low and Hi EQ Knobs [Chs. 1 and 2] .......12

 

14. Reverb Button .......................................................13

 

15. Speaker Mode Button...........................................13

 

16. Super Power Button .............................................13

 

17. Master Volume Knob .............................................14

 

18. Main Meters ..........................................................14

 

19. Limiter LED ...........................................................14

 

20. Mix Out .................................................................14

Protection Circuitry ...........................................................15
 Limiting .......................................................................15
 

Overexcursion Protection ..........................................15

 

Thermal Protection ....................................................15

AC Power ............................................................................15
Care and Maintenance ......................................................15

Placement ..........................................................................16

Appendix A: Service Information ......................................17
Appendix B: Technical Information ..................................18
 

SRM-Flex Dimensions ................................................19

 

SRM-Flex Block Diagram ..........................................20

Limited Warranty ...............................................................21

Summary of Contents for SRM-Flex

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...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 instal...

Page 3: ...st right o Application voicing modes tailor the system to your application and venue Choose between Music Speech and Live Find the Perfect Reverb o Put the finishing touch on your sound with a choice...

Page 4: ...t s a good idea to pay attention to text displayed next to a note icon as this icon draws attention to certain features and functions relating to the usage of the SRM Flex The following steps will hel...

Page 5: ...directly into the channel 2 input Or if you use effects connect the guitar to the effects input and another cable from the effects output to the channel 2 input Note here that the mic line Hi Z switc...

Page 6: ...s to your company employees to the board stakeholders convention attendees or whatever other presentation you can think of the possibilities are endless Is there a post speech karaoke off Or maybe the...

Page 7: ...for the DJ to announce the couple s first dance and any someone with a blue truck license plate XYZ123 left their lights on announcements All the music is on a playlist on the DJ s laptop It s connec...

Page 8: ...set to mic switch left and a rad guitar to channel 2 mic line Hi Z switch is set to Hi Z switch right An analog synthesizer is plugged directly into stereo inputs 3 4 and a drum machine into the 1 8...

Page 9: ...extension modules and high frequency driver column fit into each other and the SRM Flex s base station subwoofer bottom into top see drawings on the bottom left with the grille s facing the same way...

Page 10: ...ired as follows according to standards specified by the AES Audio Engineering Society XLR Balanced Wiring Pin 1 Shield ground Pin 2 Positive or hot Pin 3 Negative or cold In addition to accepting a ba...

Page 11: ...el signal from a phone tablet MP3 player or other signal source NEVER connect the output of an amplifier directly to this input jack This could damage the input circuitry A Bluetooth connection and 1...

Page 12: ...e current reverb level Don t hear any reverb Make sure it s turned on either via the SRM Flex or SRM Flex Connect app Channel Equalization EQ Channels 1 and 2 have 2 band EQ with shelving hi and shelv...

Page 13: ...enue applications where speech is the primary audio source in need of clear and precise intelligibility Live This mode is flat perfect for singer songwriters and other live performers 16 Super Power B...

Page 14: ...and output levels as well as display the reverb send levels and EQ boost cut You can get a good mix with peaks flashing anywhere shy of the far right 3 4 LED bars SRM Flex will sound muddy and distort...

Page 15: ...ermal switch resets itself and the SRM Flex resumes normal operation If the thermal switch activates try turning down the level control s a notch or two to avoid overheating the amplifier Be aware tha...

Page 16: ...certain frequencies causing peaks and dips in the frequency response of the room It is better to place them on a sturdy stand designed to handle the weight Position the SRM Flex so the high frequency...

Page 17: ...t 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 If you think you...

Page 18: ...ck Handles One on the top panel of the base station Display LEDs Front Defeatable power Top Power Limiter Bluetooth Operating Temperature 0 40 C 32 104 F AcousticPerformance Frequency Range 10 dB 40 H...

Page 19: ...61mm 22 5in 572mm 17 0in 432mm 79 0in 2007mm DIMENSIONS 3 0in 76mm 2 8 71mm Accessories Included SRM Flex Carry and Cover Kit P N 2051980 00 Disclaimer Since we are always striving to make our product...

Page 20: ...mn PA System SRM FlexBlockDiagram Speaker Processing Hi Lo Amp Amp DAC DAC DAC Crossover Channel 1 Channel 2 Channels 3 4 Channels 5 6 Volume Volume Volume Volume Reverb Reverb DAC Master Volume Main...

Page 21: ...e noncompliance within the Warranty Period to the Company at www mackie com or by calling LOUD technical support at 1 800 898 3211 toll free in the U S and Canada during normal business hours Pacific...

Page 22: ...19820 North Creek Parkway 201 Bothell WA 98011 USA Phone 425 487 4333 Toll free 800 898 3211 Fax 425 487 4337 www mackie com...

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