Getting Started - Mackie THUMP212XT Owner's Manual

Introduction
ThumpXT Loudspeakers are the next evolution
of the incredibly popular series, packed with more
power, capability, and bang-for-the-buck than ever before.
Completely redesigned from the ground up, ThumpXT
features heavy-duty drivers, 1400W amplifiers,
and powerful tools to make your next gig easier than ever.
Optimize the system with venue-specific voicing modes
plus Indoor/Outdoor modes. The built-in Feedback Eliminator
and Music Ducking mode keep the show running smooth
when it counts.
Control it all plus access additional features like system EQ,
levels, mutes, and more right from your phone with the Thump
Connect 2 app. And with Bluetooth® streaming, ultra-versatile
I/O, legendary Thump sound quality, and easy portability,
ThumpXT is going to be your new favorite loudspeaker.
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 ThumpXT loudspeaker setups.
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Thump212XT and Thump215XT 1400W Enhanced Powered Loudspeaker Series

Getting Started

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. If not using a subwoofer, connect the outputs from
the mixing console (or other signal source) to the inputs
on the rear panel of the loudspeakers.
3. If using a subwoofer, connect the outputs from
the mixing console (or other signal source) to the inputs
on the subwoofer, then connect the high pass outputs
from the subwoofer to the inputs of the loudspeakers.
4. Push the line cord securely into the subwoofer's /
loudspeaker's IEC connectors and plug the other ends into
grounded AC outlets. The subwoofer/loudspeaker may accept
the appropriate voltage as indicated near the IEC connector.
5. Go to the batting cages and work on your swing.
6. Turn the mixer (or other signal source) on.
7. Turn the subwoofer on (if applicable).
8. Turn the loudspeakers on.
9. Make sure the loudspeaker's channel gain knob(s)
are set to mic or line.
10. Be sure that the volume of the input is the same
as it would be during normal use.
11. 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, subwoofers next, and ThumpXT
loudspeakers last. As such, the ThumpXT loudspeakers
should also be turned off first, followed by the subwoofers,
then 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.