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- Page 1 FR Series TWO CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIERS FR•800, FR•1400, and FR•2500 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. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. PORTABLE CART WARNING CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Appendix A: Service Information ...1 Warranty Service ... 1 Troubleshooting ... 1 Repair ...1 Don’t forget to visit our website at www.mackie.com for more information about this and other Mackie products. Part No. SW0315 Rev. A 03/2006 ©2006 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved. -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new Mackie power amplifier. Please read these instructions to get the maximum performance from your amplifier, and to keep the owner’s manual writer from getting sad. He’s been a bit down recently, after his sweetheart in ac-... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting Started The following steps will help you set up your amplifier, and get the levels just right. Settings: 1. Be sure the amplifier’s POWER switch is off. 2. Turn down both Level controls. 3. On the rear panel, set the SUBSONIC FILTER switch OFF and the CLIP LIMIT switch ON. -
Page 6: Hookup Diagrams
CONSOLE MONO OUT AMP MODE SWITCH MONO FROM MIXING CONSOLE MAIN OUT AMP MODE SWITCH Passive Speakers (Mackie C300s) OPTIONAL CONNECTION USING BINDING POSTS TO SPEAKERS Passive Speakers (Mackie C300s) OPTIONAL CONNECTION USING BINDING POSTS TO SPEAKER BRIDGE Passive Speaker... - Page 7 SPEAKER INPUT COLD SPEAKER 1– 2– COLD CHANNEL B FROM "THRU" OUTPUT Passive Speakers (Mackie C300s) Passive Speakers (Mackie C300s) Passive Speakers (Mackie C300s) TO SECOND FROM "THRU" SPEAKER INPUT OUTPUT Crossover Cable (Pin 2+ to Pin 1+ Pin 2– to Pin 1–) COLD 1–...
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Page 8: Front Panel Features
Front Panel Features 1. POWER Use this rocker switch to turn the unit on or off. This connects/disconnects the AC power to the AC power transformer. The amplifier is on when the top of the switch is pressed in. It is off when the bottom of the switch is pressed in. -
Page 9: Rear Panel Features
Rear Panel Features 6. XLR INPUTS These inputs allow you to connect balanced XLR plugs. These are wired conventionally, with pin 2 hot, pin 3 cold and pin 1 ground. 7. 1/4" INPUTS These inputs allow you to connect balanced 1/4" TRS or unbalanced TS plugs from line-level sources. -
Page 10: Fan Vents
11. FAN VENTS Do not obstruct the ventilation openings of the ampli- fier. 1. SPEAKER OUTPUTS There are two options for connecting your speakers: binding posts and Speakon connectors. Normally, you would use either the binding posts or the Speakon connectors. Since the connectors are wired in parallel (e.g., CHANNEL 1 binding post and Speakon are in parallel, and CHANNEL 2 binding post and Speakon are in parallel), you can connect a speaker... -
Page 11: General Precautions
General Precautions AC POWER REQUIREMENTS The amplifier's power cord should be plugged into an AC outlet properly configured with the voltage required for your particular model. Be sure the AC outlet can supply enough current to allow full power operation of all the amplifiers plugged into it. -
Page 12: Appendix A: Service Information
Appendix A: Service Information Warranty Service Details concerning Warranty Service are spelled out in the Warranty section on page 19. If you think your amplifier has a problem, please do everything you can to confirm it before calling for service. Doing so might save you from the deprivation of your amplifier. -
Page 13: Repair
AC circuit so they share a common ground. Repair Service for Mackie products is available at a factory- authorized service center. Service for Mackie products living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors. -
Page 14: Appendix B: Connections, Math And Stuff
Appendix B: Connections, math and stuff Use a high-quality 3-conductor shielded cable to connect the signal between the signal source (mixing console, equalizer, etc.) and the balanced inputs to the amplifier. If you are using unbalanced inputs, use a high-quality 2-conductor shielded cable. Here are some common audio connectors and their internal wiring: XLR Connectors XLR connectors are commonly wired as follows (ac-... -
Page 15: Longer Lengths
conductors and smaller Metric WG numbers = smaller conductors. The Metric WG is equal to ten times the nominal conductor diameter in millimeters. Longer Lengths For cable lengths over 200 feet / 60 m at 8 ohms, and over 100 feet / 30 m at 4 ohms, the conductor sizes needed for less than 0.5 dB power losses are rarely prac- tical for physical and cost reasons. -
Page 16: Appendix C: Technical Info
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 hold- ers, and are hereby acknowledged. -
Page 17: Block Diagram
Block Diagram Owner’s Manual... -
Page 18: Dimensions
Dimensions You can reach a technical support representative After hours, visit www.mackie.com and click Support, FR SERIES AMPLIFIERS 19.0 " (483 mm) Need Help? Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 5 PM PST at: 1-800-898-11 or email us at: techmail@mackie.com FR•800... -
Page 19: Fr Series Limited Warranty
B. Failure to register online or return the product registration card will not void the three-year warranty. C. Service and repairs of Mackie products are to be performed only at a factory-authorized facility (see D below). Unauthorized service, repairs, or modification will void this warranty. - Page 20 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...