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3. INPUTS

These female XLR connectors accept balanced 

line-level signals from a mixing console or other signal 
source.

If you are connecting a single subwoofer output, or 

LFE (low-frequency effects) output to the subwoofer, 
you may use either the A or B input connector.

CAUTION: NEVER connect the output of an 
amplifier directly to the input of the  

 

subwoofer. This could damage the input  
circuitry of the powered subwoofer.

4. HIGH PASS OUTPUTS

Balanced XLR male connectors are provided for the 

line-level A and B high-pass outputs. The subwoofer’s  
internal active crossover splits the input signals into 
two frequency bands. The low frequency range below 
100 Hz goes to the internal amplifier that powers the 
subwoofer. The frequency range above 100 Hz is sent to 
these line-level output jacks.

Connect these outputs to the inputs of your main 

powered loudspeakers, or to the inputs of the amplifier 
powering the main loudspeakers. In this way, the main 
loudspeakers will play the range above 100 Hz. If the 
main loudspeakers have good low-frequency response, 
then you may decide to use the full-range outputs (5) 
instead.

The level control and polarity switch have no effect 

on the high-pass outputs. The outputs are separate and 
maintain the stereo separation of the input signals.

5. FULL RANGE OUTPUTS

Balanced XLR male connectors are provided for the 

line-level A and B full-range outputs. Connect these 
outputs to the inputs of another powered subwoofer, 
main powered loudspeakers, or to an amplifier powering 
passive loudspeakers. 

The signal at these outputs is a direct copy of the 

input signals. These outputs allow you to daisy-chain 
multiple subwoofers, and/or send the full-range signals 
to the main loudspeakers.

The level control and polarity switch have no effect 

on the full-range outputs. The outputs are separate and 
maintain the stereo separation of the input signals.

6. POLARITY INVERT

Press this switch in to invert subwoofer polarity. 

Depending on the placement of the HD1801 subwoofer 
relative to the full-range speakers, you may get a better 
low-frequency response if you invert the polarity of the 
subwoofer’s signal. See page 11 for more information.

7. POWER LIGHT ON

Press this switch in to turn on the front panel power 

LED if a visual indicator is preferred. The LED next to 
the switch will light as a reminder.

If this switch is out, and the HD1801 is turned on, the 

LED on the front of the cabinet will not light, nor will 
the LED next to the switch.

8. LEVEL

This controls the overall signal level at the input to 

the built-in power amplifier. It ranges from –6 dB to  
+6 dB of gain. The center detent is 0 dB (unity gain).

This control has no effect on the level of the High 

Pass Outputs (4) or the Full Range Outputs (5).

POWER

18 -INCH HIGH DEFINITION POWERED SUBWOOFER

ON

REVISION

SERIAL NUMBER

WARNING

:

   TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.  DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE — NE PAS OUVRIR

SETTINGS

POWER

LIGHT ON

SIG/ LIMIT

THERMAL

LEVEL

POLARITY

INVERT

FULL RANGE

HIGH PASS

OUTPUTS

A

B

A

B

A

B

INPUTS

+

6dB

6dB

HD1801

4

5

6

7

10

9

8

9

Owner’s Manual

Owner’

s Manual

Summary of Contents for HD 1801

Page 1: ...HD1801 OWNER S MANUAL 18 Powered Subwoofer...

Page 2: ...ifications to this device not expressly approved by LOUD Technologies Inc could void the user s authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules 20 This apparatus does not exceed the Class A Class B...

Page 3: ...em Designed and tuned by the experts at EAW HD1801 subs deliver 1600W peak power via high output 18 drivers custom designed for optimal pairing with Mackie full range loudspeakers The HD1801 incorpora...

Page 4: ...performance Placement of the subwoofer relative to the full range loudspeakers will also affect performance See page 10 for more information 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 SRM450v2 reproduces all...

Page 5: ...ance Placement of the subwoofer relative to the full range loudspeakers will also affect performance See page 10 for more information Left line level output Right line level output Power Cord Line lev...

Page 6: ...bwoofers to optimize performance See page 10 for more information Left line level output Right line level output Power Cord Power Cord Pole Mount Pole Mount Line level High Pass output A Line level Hi...

Page 7: ...ded that you use straps to secure your loudspeakers for stacked scenarios such as this one Be sure to loop a strap through each handle going down each side of the cabinet setup as shown above Left lin...

Page 8: ...fer off As a general guide powered subwoofers should be turned on after the mixer and other sources but prior to full range speakers Additionally they should also be powered off after the tops but bef...

Page 9: ...ve loudspeakers The signal at these outputs is a direct copy of the input signals These outputs allow you to daisy chain multiple subwoofers and or send the full range signals to the main loudspeakers...

Page 10: ...frequently or lights continuously turn down the input level until it only blinks occasionally Excessive limiting may lead to overheating which in turn trips the thermal protect circuitry and interrupt...

Page 11: ...the subwoofer This is normal as our ears perceive them both as the same The polarity invert switch comes into play when the HD1801 subwoofer is paired with a loudspeaker Ideally the woofer cones of th...

Page 12: ...speaker must be supported independently of any other HD subwoofer and any other loads A minimum of two rigging points must be used to hang an HD1801 More may be used for creating the desired hanging a...

Page 13: ...ggingReminder To reiterate Mackie is 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 pr...

Page 14: ...switch will activate muting the amplifier s output When the amplifier has cooled down to a safe operating temperature the thermal switch resets itself and the HD1801 resumes normal operation If the th...

Page 15: ...e 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 sup...

Page 16: ...has an output impedance of 120 ohms then you can daisy chain up to nine HD1801s This is a load of 1222 ohms HD1801 input impedance 11 kohms 9 of these in parallel 1222 ohms Since microphones typically...

Page 17: ...r half space 2 Measured with swept sine at 1 W within operating range scaled for max power half space AC Power Requirements US 100 120 VAC 50 60 Hz 300 watts Europe 220 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 300 watts AC C...

Page 18: ...authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment EEE Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health...

Page 19: ...Limit LED Thermal LED Polarity Invert LED LPF 100 Hz Overexcursion Protection HPF 40 Hz Thermal Monitoring Amp Limiter Polarity Invert Thermal Mute Normal Inverted Gain HD Subwoofer Processing Crossov...

Page 20: ...within the Warranty Period to the Company at www mackie com support or by calling LOUD technical support at 1 800 898 3211 toll free in the U S and Canada during normal business hours Pacific Time ex...

Page 21: ...SION SERIAL NUMBER WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE DO NOT REMOVE COVER NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFI...

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