Mackie FreePlay LIVE, Owner'S Manual

Owner

’s Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Factory Reset [aka Vulcan Mind Meld]

Since settings may be changed via FreePlay Connect, 

it may be necessary to reset the FreePlay LIVE to its 

factory settings. 

Please keep in mind that this erases all settings,  

including any levels, EQs, etc. that may have been  

set. Be sure to power down any amps and/or powered 

speakers before resetting FreePlay LIVE.

Simply press and hold the Channel 1 and 2 buttons 

simultaneously to reset the FreePlay LIVE to its factory 

settings.

If you use the factory default key  

combination, you are also wiping the  

FreePlay’s memory of previously paired  

devices. To remedy this, on your smartphone, tablet  

or other Bluetooth device, you will need to ‘forget  

device’ in the Bluetooth settings, then re-pair in  

order to regain communication and functionality.

AC Power

Be sure FreePlay LIVE is plugged into an outlet that 

is able to supply the correct voltage specified for your 

model. It will continue to operate at lower voltages, but 

will not reach full power.

Be sure the electrical service can supply enough  

amperage for all the components connected to it.

We recommend that a stiff (robust) supply of AC 

power be used because the amplifiers place high    

current demands on the AC line. The more power that 

is available on the line, the louder the speakers will 

play and the more peak output power will be available 

for a cleaner, punchier bass. A suspected problem of 

“poor bass performance” is often caused by a weak AC 

supply to the amplifiers.

Care and Maintenance

FreePlay LIVE will provide many years of reliable 

service if you follow these guidelines:

 •   Avoid exposing it to moisture. If it’s set up    

    outdoors, be sure it’s under cover if rain  

    is expected.

•  Avoid exposure to extreme cold (below freezing  

    temperatures). If you must operate FreePlay LIVE  

    in a cold environment warm up the voice coils  

    slowly by sending a low-level signal through  

    them for about 15 minutes prior to high-power  

   operation.

•  Use a dry cloth to clean FreePlay LIVE. Only do  

    this when the power is turned off. Avoid getting  

    moisture into any of the openings.