DLM12S 2000W Powered Subwoofer with DLP Digital Processor OWNER’S MANUAL
DLM12S Powered Subwoofer Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. 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.
Features Important Safety Instructions................................... 2 Contents.................................................................. 3 Features.................................................................. 3 Introduction............................................................. 4 How To Use This Manual.......................................... 4 Getting Started........................................................ 4 Things To Remember..............................................
DLM12S Powered Subwoofer Introduction Getting Started Packing huge power and deep low end into the highest-output compact subwoofer on the market, the Mackie DLM12S 12" Powered Subwoofer delivers 2000 watts of chest-pounding power into any system. The following steps will help you set up the subwoofers quickly. 1. Make all initial connections with the power switches OFF on all equipment. Make sure the master volume, level, or gain controls are all the way down.
2000W Digital Loudspeaker AUX 1 2000W Digital Loudspeaker AUX BASS +2 TREBLE +2 LEVEL 2 SYS 1 XLR Line Mic 2 SYS MEM XLR Line Mic Ch 1 Mix TRS = Line BASS +2 TREBLE +2 LEVEL MEM TRS = Ch 1 Mix TRS = Line TRS = R R L 1 2 L THRU 1 POWER THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES FOR THE U.S. AND ICES-003, FOR CANADA.
DLM12S Powered Subwoofer Hookup Diagrams continued... 2000W Digital Loudspeaker AUX 1 2000W Digital Loudspeaker AUX BASS +2 TREBLE +2 LEVEL 2 SYS 1 XLR Line Mic 2 SYS MEM XLR Line Mic Ch 1 Mix TRS = TRS = Line BASS +2 TREBLE +2 LEVEL MEM Ch 1 Mix TRS = TRS = Line R R L 1 L 2 THRU 1 POWER 2 THRU POWER THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES FOR THE U.S. AND ICES-003, FOR CANADA.
To next DLM12S subwoofer input Main Outs 2000W Digital Subwoofer AUX 2000W Digital Subwoofer AUX BASS +2 TREBLE +2 LEVEL VOL XVR DLY To next DLM12S subwoofer input MEM VOL STEREO MONO NORMAL INVERT 2000W Digital Subwoofer AUX BASS +2 TREBLE +2 LEVEL XVR DLY MEM VOL STEREO MONO NORMAL INVERT 2000W Digital Subwoofer AUX BASS +2 TREBLE +2 LEVEL XVR DLY MEM VOL STEREO MONO NORMAL INVERT A A A A A A B B B B B B B HIGH PASS FULL RANGE INPUTS HIGH PASS FULL RANG
DLM12S Powered Subwoofer Hookup Diagrams continued... 2000W Digital Loudspeaker AUX 1 2000W Digital Loudspeaker AUX BASS +2 TREBLE +2 LEVEL 2 SYS 1 XLR Line Mic 2 SYS TRS = 1 THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES FOR THE U.S. AND ICES-003, FOR CANADA. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
Owner’s Manual DLM12S Subwoofer: Rear Panel Features 2000W Digital Subwoofer AUX BASS +2 TREBLE +2 LEVEL 12 VOL 17 15 DLY 16 MEM 10 11 13 14 5 2000W 2W XVR 9 8 STEREO MONO NORMAL INVERT A B 4 INPUTS 6 7 HIGH PASS A B FULL RANGE POWER 2 100 - 240V 50 - 60Hz 250W 3 1 THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES FOR THE U.S. AND ICES-003, FOR CANADA.
DLM12S Powered Subwoofer DLM12S Subwoofer: Rear Panel Features continued... 2000W Digital Subwoofer AUX BASS +2 12 VOL 15 XVR DLY 17 2000W 2W 9 16 MEM 10 11 13 14 5 8 STEREO MONO NORMAL INVERT A B 4 INPUTS 6 HIGH PASS 7 A B FULL RANGE 5. Normal/Invert Switch [Polarity] 7. Full Range Outputs This switch reverses the polarity of the signal going into the subwoofer amplifier by 180˚. It has no effect on the signal at the outputs.
9. OLED Display The OLED Display is one of the most vital features of the DLM12S subwoofer. It displays subwoofer information including (but not limited to) volume, selected crossover, delay settings and other parameters. When a DLM12S subwoofer is powered up, the last state it was in will load up and the OLED Display will present the volume screen and settings. DLM12S subwoofers will display a running Running Man screensaver if parameters haven’t been changed in awhile.
DLM12S Powered Subwoofer 15. Control Lock The DLM12S interface may be locked by pressing the DLY [13] and MEM [14] buttons simultaneously. An image of a padlock will appear to indicate that the subwoofer is locked. When locked, the DLM12S is safe from accidental button presses. Simply press the buttons again to unlock the subwoofer. 16. + and – Buttons These buttons work in conjunction with the buttons mentioned previously: VOL, XVR, DLY and MEM.
There are advanced DSP protection mechanisms designed into the DLM12S to safeguard the subwoofers and amplifiers from inadvertent damage. The protection circuits are designed to protect the subwoofers under reasonable and sensible conditions. Should you choose to ignore the warning signs [e.g. excessive distortion], you can still damage the speaker in the DLM12S by overdriving it past the point of amplifier clipping. Such damage is beyond the scope of the warranty.
DLM12S Powered Subwoofer Placement The DLM12S subwoofer is designed to sit on the floor or stage. It is not designed to be pole-mounted or suspended. When pole-mounting loudspeakers, be sure that the DLM12S subwoofers are stabilized and secured from falling over or being accidentally pushed over. For stacked scenarios, it is highly suggested that straps are utilized. Failure to follow these precautions may result in damage to the equipment, personal injury, or death.
If you think your Mackie product has a problem, please check out the following troubleshooting tips and do your best to confirm the problem. Visit the Support section of our website (www.mackie.com/support) where you will find lots of useful information such as FAQs and other documentation. You may find the answer to the problem without having to send your Mackie product away. Troubleshooting No power • Our favorite question: Is it plugged in? Make sure the AC outlet is live [check with a tester or lamp].
DLM12S Powered Subwoofer 16 Repair For warranty service, refer to the warranty information on page 21. Non-warranty service for Mackie products is available at a factory-authorized service center. To locate the nearest service center, visit www.mackie.com, click “Support” and select “Locate a Service Center.” Service for Mackie products living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors.
Owner’s Manual Appendix B: Connections XLR Connectors Each DLM12S subwoofer has two female XLR inputs. Be sure the cables are wired per AES (Audio Engineering Society) standards: 2 SHIELD HOT 1 3 COLD SHIELD 1 3 COLD 2 HOT XLR Input Connector XLR Pin 1 – Shield (Ground) Pin 2 – Hot (+) Pin 3 – Cold (–) There are also four male balanced XLR output connectors on each DLM12S subwoofer [2 high pass and 2 full range]. These are also wired according to the AES standards listed above.
DLM12S Powered Subwoofer Appendix C: Technical Information DLM12S Subwoofer Specifications Acoustic Performance: Line Input Power Frequency Response (-10 dB) 35 Hz, User-selectable 90 Hz – 135 Hz US detachable line cord 100 – 120 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz, 250W EU detachable line cord 220 – 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz, 250W Max peak SPL (@ 1m calculated)1 128 dB AC Connector 3-pin IEC 250 VAC Crossover Point User-selectable 60 Hz – 120 Hz Horizontal Coverage N/A Safety Features Vertical
16.4 in 417 mm 20.8 in 529 mm 17.9 in / 455 mm WEIGHT 48 lb 21.
DLM12S Powered Subwoofer B XLR A XLR HARDWIRE BUS +A- +B- + - + - ANALOG BUS A B Limit Limit ADC ADC ADC DIGITAL BUS A B Fader XOver XOver XOver TruSource Comp / Lim AMP STATUS Core temperature Pwr Suply Voltage Delay Speaker Processing DSP DAC DAC DAC DAC DAC Amp - + B A Full Range Outputs B A High Pass Outputs Stereo Mono Polarity Invert Normal Invert LVL XVR DEL MEM USER CONTROLS DISPLAY DLM12S Powered Subwoofer DLM12S Subwoofer Block Diagram
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