Mackie SRM 150 User Manual

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SRM150 CoMpaCt
aCtive pa SySteM
USeR'S ManUal
SRM150
MAIN
EQ
U
HIGH
12kHz
-15
+15
OFF
MAX
LEVEL
U
PHANTOM POWER
MID
2.5kHz
48V
-15
+15
U
INSTRUMENT (CH 1)
LOW
100Hz
-15
+15
1
2
3
MIN
MAX
MIN
MAX
MIN
MAX
MIC/LINE
MIC/LINE
L
R

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  • Page 1 SRM150 CoMpaCt aCtive pa SySteM USeR’S ManUal SRM150 MAIN HIGH 12kHz LEVEL PHANTOM POWER 2.5kHz INSTRUMENT (CH 1) 100Hz MIC/LINE MIC/LINE...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 2. Keep these instructions. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required 3. Heed all warnings. when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power- 4. Follow all instructions. 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 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 15. This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the object filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. manufacturer’s instructions. 16. This apparatus has been designed with Class-I construction and must 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing con- stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. nection (the third grounding prong). 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type 17. This apparatus has been equipped with an all-pole, rocker-style AC plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. mains power switch. This switch is located on the rear panel and A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. should remain readily accessible to the user. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the 18. This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SRM150 BLOCK DIAGRAM ........................18 SRM150 LIMITED WARRANTY ......................19 Don’t forget to visit our website at www.mackie.com for more information about this and other Mackie products. Part No. 0019782 Rev. A 12/06 ©2006 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in China.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION The Cabinet The SRM150 cabinet was designed with the same Thank you for choosing a Mackie compact active PA material as our SRM50 and SRM50 loudspeakers, the system for your sound reinforcement applications. strongest molded composite cabinet on the planet. It...
  • Page 5: Quick Start

    QUICK START Start with the following settings on the front of the connections from microphones. Channel  has ste- SRM150: reo RCA jacks [] specifically for a stereo line-level input from a tape deck or CD player. • MAIN LEVEL [6] control down. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC •...
  • Page 6: Hookup Diagrams

    HOOKUP DIAGRAMS Vocal Mic Boom Extender (Included) MP3 Player SRM150 MAIN Electric Guitar HIGH 12kHz LEVEL PHANTOM POWER 2.5kHz INSTRUMENT (CH 1) 100Hz MIC/LINE MIC/LINE This illustrates how to use the SRM150 as a per- Mic Stand Adapter sonal monitor. Mount the SRM150 on a microphone (Included) Power stand using the Mic Stand Mounting Bracket in-...
  • Page 7 Stereo line-level output Keyboard or other line-level instrument SRM150 SRM150 MAIN MAIN HIGH HIGH 12kHz 12kHz LEVEL LEVEL PHANTOM POWER PHANTOM POWER 2.5kHz 2.5kHz INSTRUMENT (CH 1) INSTRUMENT (CH 1) 100Hz 100Hz MIC/LINE MIC/LINE MIC/LINE MIC/LINE MAIN IN MAIN IN Stereo Monitor Power...
  • Page 8: Front Panel Description

    These are used to adjust the signal level for each SRM150 individual channel. Since the SRM150 incorporates MAIN Mackie’s world-class low-noise mic preamp technology, you can connect either a line-level or a microphone-level HIGH 12kHz signal to the input, and use this control to adjust the level correctly.
  • Page 9: Main Level

    7. HIGH, MID, and LOW EQ This is a global phantom power switch and applies 48V to the XLR input connectors on channels 1 and 2. Use the EQ controls to make overall adjustments to Dynamic microphones, like Shure’s SM57 and SM58, do the sound of the SRM150.
  • Page 10: Rear Panel Description

    REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION 8. POWER Switch Note: If you happen to lose the AC linecord, replace- Switch up to turn the SRM150 on, and switch down to turn it off. Make sure the MAIN LEVEL [6] control is ments are readily available at any office or computer supply store.
  • Page 11: Placement

    PLACEMENT The SRM150 compact active PA systems are designed Here are some other placement tips: to sit on the floor, a tabletop, or to fit on a standard • Avoid placing loudspeakers in the corners of a room. microphone stand. This increases the low-frequency output and can cause You can place the SRM150 on the floor and angle the sound to be muddy and indistinct.
  • Page 12: Ac Power Considerations

    AC POWER CONSIDERATIONS CARE AND MAINTENANCE Be sure the SRM150 is plugged into an outlet that is Your Mackie active loudspeaker will provide many able to supply enough current for the amplifier. years of reliable service if you follow these guidelines:...
  • Page 13: Connections

    CONNECTIONS XLR Connectors 1/4" TS Phone Plugs and Jacks Inputs 1- accept -pin male XLR connectors on the “TS” stands for Tip-Sleeve, the two connection points Neutrik combo inputs. They are wired as follows, available on a mono 1/" phone jack or plug. They are according to standards specified by the AES (Audio used for unbalanced line-level signals and the high- Engineering Society).
  • Page 14: Service Information

    Visit the Support section of a non-lubricating electrical contact cleaner. our website (www.mackie.com/support) where you will Noise find lots of useful information such as FAQs, documenta- • Make sure all connections to the active speakers are tion, and user forums.
  • Page 15: Repair

    Repair Service for Mackie products is available at a factory- You will need to contact the authorized service authorized service center. Service for Mackie products center for their latest turn-around times when you living outside the United States can be obtained through call for your Service Request Number.
  • Page 16: Srm150 Specifications

    Rated Power 100 watts rms continuous, 0 Hz to 0 kHz “Mackie.” and the “Running Man” figure are registered trade- marks of LOUD Technologies Inc. Maximum Power 150 watts peak All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered Rated THD 0.05%...
  • Page 17 SRM150 MAIN HIGH 12kHz LEVEL PHANTOM POWER 2.5kHz INSTRUMENT (CH 1) 100Hz MIC/LINE MIC/LINE SRM150 MAIN 8.0 in/ HIGH 6.8 in/ 12kHz LEVEL PHANTOM POWER 2.5kHz INSTRUMENT (CH 1) 100Hz 20.3 cm 17.3 cm MIC/LINE MIC/LINE 6.8 in/ 11.2 in/ 11.2 in/ 17.3 cm 28.4 cm...
  • Page 18: Srm150 Block Diagram

    SRM150 BLOCK DIAGRAM...
  • Page 19: Srm150 Limited Warranty

    G. LOUD Technologies warrants all repairs performed for 90 days or for the remainder of the warranty period. C. Service and repairs of Mackie products are to be This warranty does not extend to damage resulting from performed only at a factory-authorized facility (see D below).
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