Table Of Contents; Contents; Features - Mackie DLM12 Owner's Manual

Contents

Important Safety Instructions .................................. 2
Contents ................................................................. 3
Features ................................................................. 3
Introduction ............................................................ 4
How To Use This Manual ......................................... 4
Getting Started ....................................................... 4
Things To Remember ................................................ 4
Hookup Diagrams .................................................... 5
DLM8/12 Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features .......... 10
1. Power Connection ....................................... 10
2. Power Switch ............................................. 10
3. Fan Vents ................................................... 10
4. Kickstand ................................................... 10
5. XLR and 1/4" Combo Inputs ........................ 11
6. Mic/Line Switch [Channel 1 Only] ................ 11
7. RCA Inputs [Channel 2 Only] ....................... 11
8. Thru Output ................................................ 11
9. Ch 1/Mix Switch [Thru Output] ................... 11
10. OLED Display ............................................ 11
11. Channel 1 and 2 Buttons ............................ 12
12. Front LED On / Limit / Off ........................ 12
13. SYS Button ............................................... 13
14. MEM Button ............................................. 14
15. Control Lock ............................................. 14
16. + and - Buttons ........................................ 14
17. 2000W/2W Switch .................................. 14
Smart Protect ....................................................... 15
Limiting .......................................................... 15
Overexcursion Protection ................................ 15
Thermal Protection .......................................... 15
FYI ............................................................... 15
AC Power ............................................................. 15
Placement ............................................................. 16
Room Acoustics ............................................... 16
Rigging ............................................................... 17
Rigging Design Practices .................................. 17
Rigging Hardware and Accessories ................... 17
Rigging Notes ................................................. 17
Important Rigging Reminder ............................ 18
Care and Maintenance ........................................... 18
Appendix A: Service Information ............................ 19
Appendix B: Connections ....................................... 21
Appendix C: Technical Information .......................... 22
DLM Loudspeaker Dimensions .......................... 24
DLM Loudspeaker Frequency Responses ........... 25
DLM Loudspeaker Block Diagrams .................... 26
Appendix D: Table of Effects Presets ...................... 27
Mackie Limited Warranty ....................................... 28
Part No. SW0942 Rev. B 12/12
©2012 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Features

• 2000W system power via ultra-efficient Class-D
amplification
™
• TruSource technology
• Mackie designed, vertically-aligned,
common-magnet Tru Source driver
• 8" LF woofer / 1.75" HF driver [DLM8]
• 12" LF woofer / 1.75" HF driver [DLM12]
• Incredibly compact, lightweight design
• Powerful TruSource DSP delivers seamless
clarity, consistent dispersion and unmatched
fidelity
• DL2 Integrated Digital Mixer
• Powerful, one-touch digital mixer with bright
OLED screen
• Two highly-versatile input channels with FX
• Independent channel level, 3-band EQ
and effects control
• 16 great-sounding effects include reverb,
chorus and delay
• XLR/TRS combo and dual RCA connectors
• Handles mic, line, stereo and instrument
signals
• Unmatched system control for professional
applications
• Multi-band feedback destroyer
• Six speaker modes deliver the perfect
voicing for your application
• Alignment delay up to 300ms for delay stack,
balcony, etc.
• Three memory locations for instant venue
setting recall
• Smart Protect DSP dynamically protects
amp/driver
• Innovative ultra-compact design
• 1/3 smaller than a traditional 2-way design
• Fit an entire DLM system in nearly any car
• Stack them up for storage
• Pole-mountable on tripod or atop DLM12S
using SPM300 speaker pole
• Flyable via standard M10 rigging hardware
• Wall-mount them using SWM300 articulated
arm for stealthy, powerful install system
• Roadworthy PC-ABS cabinet with pro black
finish and ergonomic top carry handle
• Rugged, powder-coated 20 gauge steel grille
• Integrated kickstand delivers the perfect
angle for personal monitor use
• Ridiculously lightweight
• 21.4 lb / 9.7 kg [DLM8]
• 30 lb / 13.6 kg [DLM12]
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