Mackie TH-15A Owner's Manual

Mackie TH-15A Owner's Manual

2-way 15" powered loudspeaker
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TH-15A
2-Way 15" Powered Loudspeaker
O W N E R ' S M A N U A L

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  • Page 1 TH-15A 2-Way 15” Powered Loudspeaker O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TH-15A FREQUENCY GRAPH ... 14 TH-15A BLOCK DIAGRAM ... 15 MACKIE LIMITED WARRANTY ... 16 Please write the serial number for your TH-15A here (or for both TH-15As if you have two) for future reference (i.e., insurance claims, tech support, return authorization, etc.):...
  • Page 4: Loudspeaker

    3. Slowly turn up the LEVEL control on the TH-15A to the “U” (unity gain) mark at the center position. 4. Adjust the master volume on your mixer to a comfortably loud listening level.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    FREQ LEVEL POWER 80Hz THRU INPUT The left and right line-level outputs from a mixer feed the inputs of two Mackie TH-15A Powered Loudspeakers. • High-density adiabatic fiberfill absorbs internal reflections • Rear panel power switch • Pole-mount socket • Balanced Mic/Line XLR input and thru connectors •...
  • Page 6 MUTE 9/10 11/12 The left and right line-level outputs from a mixer feed the inputs of two Mackie TH-15A Powered Loudspeakers. Their respective THRU jacks feed the inputs of another pair of Mackie TH-15A Powered Loudspeakers. Using a Microphone and the Thru Jack...
  • Page 7 Pole Mount The left and right line-level outputs from a mixer feed the inputs of two powered subwoofers. The high pass line-level outputs of the subwoofers feed the inputs of the Mackie TH-15A loudspeakers. PA System with one powered subwoofer...
  • Page 8: Mackie Th-15A Features

    • The TH-15A is designed to operate with a +4 dBu signal when the LEVEL control is at the U (center) position. • The TH-15A can accept up to a +20 dBu signal by turning down the LEVEL control accordingly. Turning the LEVEL past unity will provide enough gain to connect a microphone directly.
  • Page 9: Ol Indicator

    4. OL Indicator The OL (overload) indicator lights when the amplifiers in the TH-15A are near the clipping point. It is okay if the OL indicator blinks occasionally, because this means that the transient peaks are just reaching the maximum output of the amplifiers and you are getting the most from your TH-15As.
  • Page 10: Protection Circuits

    (i.e., frequent OL LED indications, excessive distortion), you can still damage the speakers in the TH-15A by overdriving them past the point of amplifier clipping. Such damage is beyond the scope of the warranty.
  • Page 11: Appendix A: Service Information

    For example, if a left speaker is presumed dead, switch the left and right cords at the speakers. If the problem switches sides, it’s not the TH-15A. It could be a bad cable, or no signal from the mixer. Bad Sound •...
  • Page 12: Appendix B: Connections

    • Visit www.mackie.com and click Support to find: FAQs, manuals, addendums, and other documents. • Email us at: techmail@mackie.com. • Telephone 1-800-898-3211 to speak with one of our splendid technical support chaps (Monday through Friday, normal business hours, PST).
  • Page 13: Appendix C: Th-15A Specifications

    Mounting Methods: Class AB Pole-mountable via the built-in socket on the bottom of the cabinet. Be sure the pole is capable of supporting the weight of the TH-15A. 24 dB/octave 3 kHz ±15 dB @ 80 Hz, shelving ±15 dB, bandpass,...
  • Page 14: Th-15A Dimensions

    TH-15A Dimensions 27.6 in / 702 mm 16.8 in / 427 mm TH-15A Frequency Response 16.4 in / 417 mm 26.2 in / 666 mm 5.9 in / 151 mm 24.9 in / 633 mm 15.5 in / 394 mm 8.8 in /...
  • Page 15: Th-15A Block Diagram

    Therefore, we reserve the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. “Mackie,” and the “Running Man” are registered trademarks of LOUD Technologies Inc. All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders, and are hereby acknowledged.
  • Page 16: Mackie Limited Warranty

    The Product Warranty will not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser of the product (hereinafter, “Customer,” “you” or “your”). For products purchased outside the U.S. or Canada, please visit www.mackie.com/warranty to find contact information for your local distributor, and information on any warranty coverage provided by the distributor in your local market.
  • Page 17 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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