Mackie S215 User Manual

Mackie S215 User Manual

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  • Page 1 S215 Two-way LoUDSpeaker USer’S maNUaL...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power- 2. Keep these instructions. supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have 3. Heed all warnings. fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 4. Follow all instructions. 12. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced 6. Clean only with dry cloth. hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a period of time. The U.S. Government’s 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified manufacturer’s instructions. the permissible noise level exposures shown in the following chart. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these permissible limits stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. could result in some hearing loss. To ensure against potentially danger- 9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. ous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pres- 10. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the sure levels use hearing protectors while the equipment is in operation. manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Mackie S15 sound rein- Connecting and setting up the S15 is a breeze. It forcement loudspeakers. accepts a speaker-level signal via either a Neutrik Speakon ® connector or female 1/4-inch TS (Tip/Sleeve) The S15 is a professional two-way loudspeaker connector.
  • Page 4: Hookup Diagrams

    RIGHT RETURN L MIXER OUT R MIXER OUT COMPRESSOR LEVEL TAPE OUT Left and Right S215 S215 Mixer Line Outs Stereo Power Amplifier From LEFT From RIGHT SPEAKER OUT SPEAKER OUT S215: WITH A MACKIE POWERED MIxER AND STEREO POWER AMPlIFIER...
  • Page 5 Note: The FR Series M•1400 power amplifiers have a built-in subwoofer crossover. If you are not using a Mackie M•1400 amplifier, you can use an active crossover between the first and second amplifiers with the crossover set between 15 Hz to 180 Hz. This allows more amplifier power for the low frequencies rather than being wasted as heat in the S18s’...
  • Page 6: Connections

    CONNECTIONS PlACEMENT The S15 has two connectors labeled IN/OUT. One is a The S15 speaker is designed to sit on the floor or Neutrik Speakon™ connector and the other is a female stage. It can be pole-mounted via the built-in socket on 1/4"...
  • Page 7 • Avoid placing the speakers directly on a hollow stage floor. A hollow stage can resonate at certain frequencies, causing peaks and dips in the fre- quency response of the room. It’s better to place the loudspeakers on a sturdy table or stand designed to handle the weight of the S15s.
  • Page 8: Service Information

    Repair For warranty repair or replacement, refer to the war- ranty information on page 11. If you think your Mackie product has a problem, Non-warranty repair for Mackie products is available please check out the following troubleshooting tips and at a factory-authorized service center. To locate your do your best to confirm the problem.
  • Page 9: S215 Specifications

    Input Impedance 8 ohms at any time without notice. Recommended Amplifier Power “Mackie” and the “Running Man” figure are registered trademarks 50 watts rms continuous of LOUD Technologies Inc. 1400 watts peak All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered High-Frequency Section trademarks of their respective holders, and are hereby acknowledged.
  • Page 10 S215 PRECISION PASSIVE DESIGNED BY MACKOIDS IN WHITINSVILLE, MA & WOODINVILLE, WA,USA ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF LOUD TECHNOLOGIES INC. • COPYRIGHT ©2004 MANUFACTURED IN CHINA • "MACKIE" AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE SERIAL NUMBER MANUFACTURING DATE PIN 1 IN PIN 2 N/C...
  • Page 11: S215 Limited Warranty

    Mackie dealer where you materials, return freight, and insurance. Products repaired purchased the product. It is necessary to establish purchase...
  • Page 12 16220 Wood-Red Road NE • Woodinville, WA 98072 • USA United States and Canada: 800.898.3211 Europe, Asia, Central and South America: 425.487.4333 Middle East and Africa: 31.20.654.4000 Fax: 425.487.4337 • www.mackie.com E-mail: sales@mackie.com...

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