Mackie SRM550 Owner's Manual

Mackie SRM550 Owner's Manual

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SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750
1600W POWERED LOUDSPEAKERS
O W N E R ' S M A N U A L

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  • Page 1 SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 1600W POWERED LOUDSPEAKERS O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, or your household waste disposal service. SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Appendix C: Technical Information ......21 [SRM550 / SRM650] SRM550 Dimensions & Frequency Response ..23 SRM650 Dimensions & Frequency Response ..24 SRM750 Dimensions & Frequency Response ..25 SRM Loudspeaker Block Diagram ..... 26...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    The hookup through the loudspeakers. diagrams show some typical setups, while the remaining sections provide details of the SRM550, 8. Adjust the master volume of the mixer to a SRM650 and SRM750 loudspeakers.
  • Page 5: Hookup Diagrams

    PA works well for the main SRM650. However, don’t count out the soloist mode! It has a nice low cut and a brilliant high end. Select the monitor mode for the SRM550 monitor. Lastly, you can ring out before you play, utilizing the SRM’s feedback destroyer [page 11] or just let it kill the feedback while playing.
  • Page 6 For the output, you will want to set a speaker mode, described in detail on page 11. For this type of setup, we recommend selecting the PA speaker mode for live sound on your SRM loudspeakers. If using any SRM loudspeakers as monitors, select the monitor speaker mode. Small Club System SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 7 Hookup Diagrams continued... SIG/OL SIG/OL SIG/OL SIG/OL SIG/OL SIG/OL POWER CONSUMPTION 200W POWER CONSUMPTION 200W POWER CONSUMPTION 200W POWER CONSUMPTION 200W Feel the awesome power! In this example, a pair of SRM2850 subwoofers line each side of the venue... four subs total! The top sub on each side is connected to an SRM750 loudspeaker. This fully powered PA is desired when you really need a slammin’...
  • Page 8 SRM loudspeakers. Make sure that the Ch 1 / Mix button is OUT [Ch 1]. See above for a visual representation of daisy-chaining. Daisy-Chaining Multiple SRM Loudspeakers SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 9: Srm Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features

    SRM Loudspeaker: Rear Panel Features 2. Power Switch Press the top of this rocker switch inwards to turn on the loudspeaker. The front panel Running Man logo will glow with happiness...or at least it will if the loudspeaker is plugged into a suitable live AC mains supply and the main logo switch [10] SIG/OL SIG/OL...
  • Page 10: Gain Knobs

    For more information on these connectors, see It will remain lit so long as there is signal above Appendix B on page 20. –20 dBu present in that channel. SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 11: Thru Output

    This is a great tool application. There are four modes available: PA, DJ, for performers without a dedicated engineer. Monitor and Soloist with each SRM550 and SRM650 The integrated and amazingly accurate Feedback and PA, DJ, Fill and Speech with each SRM750.
  • Page 12: Main Logo Switch / Limit Led

    Check it out! selected! Sports – Music and sports demand two completely different sets of sounds. If used as a sports PA, set the switch to sports. SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 13: Smart Protect

    This is very dangerous. Overexcursion Protection The SRM550 and SRM650 use an 18 dB/octave high- pass filter, while the SRM750 uses an 24 dB/octave But- Care and Maintenance terworth high-pass filter just prior to the low-frequency amplifier.
  • Page 14: Placement

    (the angle These loudspeakers are designed to sit on the between the facing sides of the cabinets) and frequency floor or stage as the main PA, monitors [SRM550 / cancellation effects between cabinets. SRM650], or fill speakers [SRM750]. Check to make When two cabinets are positioned side-by-side sure that the support surface (e.g.
  • Page 15: Room Acoustics

    Room Acoustics SRM loudspeakers are designed to sound fantastic • Highly reverberant rooms, like many in nearly every application. gymnasiums and auditoriums, are a nightmare for sound system intelligibility. But, room acoustics play a crucial role in the overall Multiple reflections off the hard walls, ceiling, performance of a sound system.
  • Page 16: Rigging

    SRM loudspeaker. 3. Installation: Have a qualified professional rigger do the installation and inspection. 4. Safety: Use adequate safety precautions and back-up systems. 3 Fly Points [SRM550 / SRM650] MP = Mounting Point Rear SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 17: Important Rigging Reminder

    Important Rigging Reminder: To reiterate, we are not in the business of providing complete rigging systems, either as designers, manufacturers, or installers. It is the responsibility of the installer to provide a properly engineered, load-certified rigging system for supporting the loudspeaker from structure.
  • Page 18: Appendix A: Service Information

    • Has it shut down? Make sure there is at least six inches of free space behind each SRM loudspeaker. SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 19 • Try disconnecting the cable connected to the main input jack. If the noise disappears, it could be a “ground loop,” rather than a problem with the SRM loudspeaker. Try some of the following troubleshooting ideas: • Use balanced connections throughout your system for the best noise rejection.
  • Page 20: Appendix B: Connections

    SRM loudspeakers. See page 8 for a visual Engineering Society) standards: representation of daisy-chaining. Unbalanced RCA Connector Sleeve – Shield (Ground) Tip – Positive (+ or hot) SLEEVE SLEEVE Unbalanced RCA Connector SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 21: Appendix C: Technical Information

    Rated Power 400 watts rms Grille Powder-coated 18 gauge steel 800 watts peak Fly Points 3x M10 x 1.5 x 37 mm [SRM550 / SRM650] Rated THD < 1% 10x M10 x 1.5 x 37 mm [SRM750] Cooling Convection Monitor Angle 60˚...
  • Page 22 The “Running Man” figure is a registered trademark of LOUD Technologies Inc. All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders, and are hereby acknowledged. ©2014 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved. SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 23: Srm550 Dimensions & Frequency Response

    377 mm 10.9 in 15.9 in 278 mm 403 mm SRM550 Loudspeaker Frequency Response PA Speaker Mode – This mode is full range, but focuses DJ Speaker Mode – This mode bumps the lows and highs on mid-range clarity where vocals often reside.
  • Page 24: Srm650 Dimensions & Frequency Response

    2 kHz to ensure boost and sparkle to mid-range and high frequencies. maximum gain before feedback in monitor applications. This mode is perfect for plug-and-play singer-songwriters. 1000 20000 Frequency (Hz) SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 25: Srm750 Dimensions & Frequency Response

    SRM750 Loudspeaker Dimensions WEIGHT 89 lb 40.4 kg 42.5 in 42.5 in 1080 mm 1080 mm 17.5 in 12.8 in 445 mm 325 mm 17.5 in 18.0 in 18.0 in 445 mm 458mm 458mm SRM750 Loudspeaker Frequency Response PA Speaker Mode –...
  • Page 26: Srm Loudspeaker Block Diagram

    SRM Loudspeaker Block Diagram SRM550 • SRM650 • SRM750 Powered Loudspeakers...
  • Page 27: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place. This Limited Product Warranty (“Product Warranty”) is provided by LOUD Technologies Inc. (“LOUD”) and is applicable to products purchased in the United States or Canada through a LOUD-authorized reseller or dealer. The Product Warranty will not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser of the product (hereinafter, “Customer,”...
  • 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.720trees.com...

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