User manual MACKIE MR5

[. . . ] High Resolution Active Studio Monitor MR5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Cleanonlywithdrycloth. Useanon-scratchclothtoprotectthefinish. Donotblockanyventilationopenings. Installinaccordancewiththe manufacturer'sinstructions. Donotinstallnearanyheatsourcessuchasradiators, heatregisters, stoves, orotherapparatus(includingamplifiers)thatproduceheat. [. . . ] But remember that the resulting mix only sounds good when you play it at least that loud. However strange it may sound, mixes made at lower levels sound even better when played loud, perhaps even a bit bigger than life. Decide what level you're going to mix at and use the meter to help keep you mixing at that level. Your ears will thank you, and your mixes will be better for it. 5. Power Switch Use this switch to turn on or off the MR5. When the power switch is turned on and the MR5 is plugged into an AC outlet, the power LED on the front of the monitor lights up to let you know the MR5 is ready to go. Owner's Manual 6. Mains Input and Fuse Connect the power cord to this IEC socket securely, and plug the other end into your AC outlet. Make sure the AC outlet has the correct voltage indicated next to the IEC socket. The fuse is located behind the fuse cover, at the bottom of the IEC socket. See the "Troubleshooting" section on page 9 for information about replacing the fuse. 4. LOW FREQ FILTER The LOW FREQ switch tailors the overall low-frequency response by +2 dB or +4 dB at 100 Hz. · For most applications, use the "0 (NORMAL)" setting. This takes the equalization circuit out of the signal path. · If you want or need just a little extra low-frequency output, use the +2 dB setting. · If you want or need more low-frequency output, use the +4 dB setting. Remember how things work in reverse, so boosting the deep bass content on playback may actually decrease it in the final mix. 7. Bass Reflex Port A bass reflex system uses the radiation from the rear of the woofer cone to extend the low-frequency response of the speaker. The size of the port is carefully designed with respect to the volume of the cabinet and the characteristics of the woofer to produce low-frequency extension. FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION 8. Power Indicator The power indicator lights up when the power switch [5] on the back of the MR5 is turned on and AC power is available at the mains input [6]. Owner's Manual 7 MR5 PROTECTION CIRCUITS There are several protection mechanisms designed into the MR5 to safeguard the loudspeakers and amplifiers from inadvertent damage. CAUTION: The protection circuits are designed to prevent damage to the loudspeakers under reasonable and sensible conditions. Should you choose to ignore the warning signs (i. e. , excessive distortion), you can still damage the speakers in the MR5 by overdriving them. Such damage is beyond the scope of the warranty. Input Signal Wiring You should use high-quality, shielded cable to connect the signal source to the SIGNAL INPUT jack [1] on the MR5. [. . . ] Service for Mackie products living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors. Need help with your new MR5?· · · Visit www. mackie. com and click Support to find: FAQs, manuals, and addendums. Telephone 1-800-898-3211 to speak with one of our splendid technical support representatives, (normal business hours, PST). 10 MR5 Appendix B: CONNECTORS XLR Connectors XLR connectors are used to make balanced connections to the MR5. They are wired as follows, according to standards specified by the AES (Audio Engineering Society). SHIELD HOT SLEEVE SLEEVE TIP Owner's Manual 1/4" TS Phone Plugs and Jacks "TS" stands for Tip-Sleeve, the two connections available on a mono 1/4" phone jack or plug. [. . . ]