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Summary of Contents for Mackie DRM212
- Page 1 DRM212 • DRM215 • DRM315 Professional Powered Loudspeaker Series O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 19. This apparatus has been designed with Class-I construction and must be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing 2. Keep these instructions. connection (the third grounding prong). 3. Heed all warnings. 20. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
DRM315 features a single angle pole-mount Limited Warranty .............. 27 • Professional rigging options o M10 flypoints for professional installations** **DRM212 and DRM215 can be flown in vertical orientation only **DRM315 can be flown in both horizontal and vertical orientation Like us Follow us Watch our dang videos Part No. -
Page 4: Introduction / Getting Started
Introduction Getting Started DRM Series Professional Powered Loudspeakers deliver The following steps will help you set up the loudspeakers class-leading power via ultra-efficient Class-D amplifiers quickly. with next-gen protection and Power Factor Correction technology for peak performance when you need it. 1. -
Page 5: Hookup Diagrams
2 input. A DRM215 loudspeaker will be used for the main PA. Simply connect a cable from the DRM212 monitor’s MIX OUT jack to the DRM215 PA’s channel 1 input. - Page 6 Hookup Diagrams continued... SPEAKER CONTROL SPEAKER VOICING LIVE SHOW SPEAKER CONTROL SPEAKER CONTROL PUSH FOR SETTINGS PUSH FOR SETTINGS GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN LINE LINE LINE LINE +50dB +50dB +50dB +50dB INPUT INPUT INPUT INPUT INPUT INPUT PUSH FOR SETTINGS DIRECT OUT DIRECT OUT MIX OUT...
- Page 7 In this example, a laptop is connected to the inputs of two DRM18S subwoofers with the X-Over set to DRM Top. The High-Pass Out of each subwoofer is then connected to the input of each DRM212 loudspeaker. Additionally, a set of Mackie MC-250 headphones is connected to the phones jack of the laptop.
- Page 8 Hookup Diagrams continued... To next DRM To next DRM loudspeaker loudspeaker input input SPEAKER CONTROL SPEAKER CONTROL SPEAKER CONTROL SPEAKER CONTROL Main Outs PUSH FOR SETTINGS PUSH FOR SETTINGS PUSH FOR SETTINGS PUSH FOR SETTINGS GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN GAIN...
- Page 9 HPF set to DRM Sub. Talk about beefy low end! Outputs 1 and 2 from the mixer may be used as aux sends; these are connected directly to the CH1 inputs of a pair of DRM212 loudspeakers to be used as monitors for the band. The Speaker Modes of the monitor loudspeakers may be set to Monitor.
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Page 10: Drm Loudspeakers: Rear Panel Features
DRM Loudspeakers: Rear Panel Features 1. Power Connection This is a standard 3-prong IEC power connector. SPEAKER CONTROL Connect the detachable power cord (included in the packaging with the loudspeaker) to the power receptacle, and plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet. -
Page 11: Gain [Ch. 1 And 2]
DRM Loudspeakers: Rear Panel Features continued... To connect unbalanced lines to these inputs, 6. 1/8" Input [Ch. 3/4] use a 1/4" mono (TS) phone plug, wired as follows: This input may accept a stereo 1/8" line-level signal from a phone, tablet, MP3 player, or other signal source. -
Page 12: Drm Control Dashboard
DRM Control Dashboard™ Main Push the speaker control knob to open the menu. From here, rotate the speaker control knob to scroll The following list provides the high level navigation between the six selections. The current selection will items, in order, on the user interface and their illuminate in a can’t-miss DayGlo green. -
Page 13: Sub
• Off – Choose this if there is no subwoofer connected to the system. Here you are using DRM loudspeakers only. • DRM Sub – Choose this if a Mackie DRM18S SPEAKER VOICING subwoofer is connected to the system. The crossover... -
Page 14: Eq Setup
Rotate the speaker control knob until the sub HPF The DRM212, DRM215 and DRM315 all have 3-band you desire is illuminated, then push to select it. EQ with shelving hi, peaking mid and shelving low. If var is selected (as seen below), the frequency... -
Page 15: Delay
In addition to these EQ choices, there are two more The delay time ranges from a low of 0.0 ms (ft, m) selections. First, when flat is illuminated and selected to a maximum of 100 ms (112.5 ft, 34.2 m). (by pushing in the speaker control knob), the EQ resets to flat: In order to change the delay, first push the speaker... -
Page 16: Configuration
There are six user memory snapshots which should Configuration be more than enough. This is where to recall / store settings to memory, lock access to the settings, select Ch. 2 input setting Store – Tap this to store the current settings and more. - Page 17 Secret Squirrel Unlock – If you – or worse, someone Front LED – Decide if you want the front LED else! – set up a 4-digit lock code and you don’t know on or off. When illuminated, push the speaker the passcode, there is a quick fix.
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Page 18: Protection Circuitry
Thermal Protection ABOUT All amplifiers produce heat. DRM loudspeakers are designed to be efficient both electrically and thermally. DRM212 v1.0.29 In the unlikely event of the amplifier overheating, a DRM212 v111 built-in thermal switch will activate, muting the signal. TEMP 29˚C / 85˚F... -
Page 19: Ac Power
If they are set up outdoors, be sure they are under cover if rain is expected. The DRM212 and DRM215 have dual angle pole-mounts for optimal coverage. The rear one • Avoid exposure to extreme cold (below freezing is a straight angle while the front is angled at a 7˚... -
Page 20: Room Acoustics
By providing direct line-of-sight from the loudspeakers to the audience, you increase the overall brightness and intelligibility of the sound system. MP = Mounting Point DRM212 / DRM215 Fly Points BOTTOM REAR SIDE DRM315 Fly Points... -
Page 21: Rigging
DRM loudspeaker by its handle. of them may be used with a variety of products. While The fly points of the DRM212, DRM215 and DRM315 these accessories are intended to facilitate installation, are shown on the previous page while examples the wide variety of possible installation conditions and of a flown DRM315 are displayed below. -
Page 22: Appendix A: Service Information
Visit the Support are good and sound. section of our website (www.mackie.com/support) where you will find lots of useful information such as FAQs • Make sure none of the signal cables are routed near and other documentation. -
Page 23: Appendix B: Technical Information
DRM Loudspeakers Specifications Acoustic Performance Equalization Frequency Range (–10 dB): 45 Hz – 20 kHz [DRM212] ±12 dB @ 20 Hz – 200 Hz 43 Hz – 20 kHz [DRM215] ±12 dB @ 200 Hz – 2.00 kHz 35 Hz – 20 kHz [DRM315] High ±12 dB @ 2.00 kHz –... - Page 24 DRM Loudspeakers Specifications continued... Physical Properties Options DRM212 Cover P/N 2036809-48 DRM212: Height: 25.0 in / 635 mm DRM215 Cover P/N 2036809-49 Width: 14.7 in / 373 mm DRM315 Cover P/N 2036809-50 Depth: 16.2 in / 411 mm SPM400 Loudspeaker Pole Mount...
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Page 25: Drm Dimensions
DRM212 Loudspeaker Dimensions WEIGHT 42.0 lb 9. kg 25.0 in 635 mm 4.7 in 6.2 in 373 mm 4 mm DRM215 Loudspeaker Dimensions WEIGHT 57.0 lb 25.9 kg 28.3 in 7 9 mm 8. in 7.0 in 460 mm 432 mm... -
Page 26: Drm Block Diagram
DRM Loudspeakers Block Diagram DRM Professional Powered Loudspeaker Series... -
Page 27: Limited Warranty
For full terms and conditions, as well as the specific duration of the Warranty for this product, please visit www.mackie.com. The Product Warranty, together with your invoice or receipt, and the terms and conditions located at www.mackie.com constitutes the entire agreement, and supersedes any and all prior agreements between LOUD and Customer related to the subject matter hereof. - Page 28 16220 Wood-Red Road NE Woodinville, WA 98072 • USA Phone: 425.487.4333 Toll-free: 800.898.3211 Fax: 425.487.4337 www.mackie.com...