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SRM1550 Subwoofer: Rear Panel Features continued...

They are wired as follows, according to standards 

specified by the AES (Audio Engineering Society): 

Balanced XLR Output Connector

Pin 1 – Shield (ground) 
Pin 2 – Positive (+ or hot) 
Pin 3 – Negative (– or cold)

See page 7 to learn more about daisy-chaining 

SRM1550 subwoofers.

8. Stereo/Mono Switch [Full Range]

This switch allows you to choose whether the  

 

A and B inputs are sent out separately [switch out]  
or as a mono sum of both inputs [switch in] via the  
full range outputs.

This is useful and saves the hassle of additional  

cable runs when connecting multiple (mono)  
subwoofers. Instead of running two cables from  
the first subwoofer to the next one, simply engage  
the switch and the signals from both inputs are  
combined on either full range output.

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Balanced XLR Output Connector

9. High Pass Mode

The high pass mode allows you to optimize  

the subwoofer and SRM loudspeakers connected  
to the SRM1550’s high pass outputs. If not using 
SRM350 or SRM450 loudspeakers, a variable mode  
allows you to select the best high pass mode suited  
for your PA system from 60 Hz to 120 Hz.

Frequencies below the crossover frequency are sent 

to the subwoofer. Additionally, the SRM loudspeaker 
presets apply alignment delay to the subwoofer creating 
an optimally aligned 3-way system. Frequencies above 
the selected crossover frequency are sent to the high 
pass outputs [6]. The high pass mode should be set  
to the lowest frequency response rating of the main 
loudspeakers. Press the high pass mode button  
repeatedly until the desired high pass mode setting  
LED illuminates. If “variable” is selected, turn the high 
pass mode knob to the frequency you desire.

SRM350

 – 115 Hz plus alignment delay

SRM450

 – 110 Hz plus alignment delay

VAR

 – 60 Hz – 120 Hz

10. Power LED Switch

The power LED on the front of the SRM1550  

illuminates when this switch is disengaged and  
AC power is available at the mains input [1].  
Engage the switch if you do not want the power  
LED to illuminate.

Congratulations, you have reached the end of  

the features section! At this point, you should have  
a pretty good understanding of how the SRM1550  
subwoofer functions. The following pages discuss 
SRM1550 placement, an in-depth look at polarity  
and Smart Protect, technical information and more. 
Check it out!

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Summary of Contents for SRM1550

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 1200W 15 Powered Subwoofer...

Page 2: ...ates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee...

Page 3: ...ign weighing in at only 65 5 lb 29 7 kg Like us Follow us Watch our dang videos Please write your serial number here for future reference i e insurance claims tech support return authorization make da...

Page 4: ...onsole or other signal source to the XLR inputs on the rear panel of the SRM1550 subwoofer s 3 Connect the high pass outputs from the SRM1550 subwoofer s to the inputs of powered loudspeakers or to an...

Page 5: ...DESTROYER MAIN SRM350v3 SRM350v3 SRM1550 In this example an SRM1550 subwoofer is connected to two SRM350v3 loudspeakers It is a perfect setup for a small club Here the L R outputs of a 1642VLZ4 mixer...

Page 6: ...t of each SRM1550 subwoofer is connected directly to the channel 1 input of each SRM450v3 loudspeaker Set the subwoofer levels to unity and be sure that the gain knob on each loudspeaker is set to lin...

Page 7: ...ts SRM1550 subwoofers may be daisy chained via the male XLR connector labeled FULL RANGE Simply plug the signal source i e mixer output into the first subwoofer s channel A input and patch that subwoo...

Page 8: ...turned on first SRM1550 subwoofers next and loudspeakers last As such the loudspeakers should also be turned off first followed by the SRM1550 subwoofers then the mixer This will reduce the possibilit...

Page 9: ...ly blinks occasionally Excessive limiting may lead to overheating which in turn trips the thermal protect circuitry and interrupts the performance See Thermal Protection on page 12 for more informatio...

Page 10: ...s a variable mode allows you to select the best high pass mode suited for your PA system from 60 Hz to 120 Hz Frequencies below the crossover frequency are sent to the subwoofer Additionally the SRM l...

Page 11: ...e woofer cone pulls into the cabinet A musical signal is much more complex of course but the same principle applies Movement of the woofer cone causes air pressure changes that we perceive as sound Wh...

Page 12: ...down the level control a notch or two on the mixing console or the back of the subwoofer to avoid overheating the amplifier Be aware that direct sunlight and or hot stage lights may be the culprit of...

Page 13: ...be as short as possible If you think your subwoofer has a problem please check out the following troubleshooting tips and do your best to confirm the problem Visit www mackie com support to find lots...

Page 14: ...nter visit www mackie com support Service for SRM1550 subwoofers living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors If you do not have access to our website you may...

Page 15: ...ion Peak and RMS limiting power supply and amplifier thermal protection Display LEDs Defeatable front power ON High Pass Mode Input Limiter Signal Construction Features Cabinet 18 mm Poplar plywood Fi...

Page 16: ...bwoofer SRM350 SRM450 VARIABLE 60 Hz VARIABLE 120 Hz SRM1550Dimensions SRM1550SubwooferFrequencyResponse WEIGHT 65 5 lb 29 7 kg 26 5 in 673 mm 20 0 in 508 mm 20 3 in 516 mm Normalized to 0 dB SPL 10 0...

Page 17: ...t Mono Stereo USER CONTROLS DAC AMP STATUS Invert Normal Polarity Invert Delay FREQ LEVEL MODE LIMIT SRM350 SRM450 VARIABLE LED ON OFF FRONT PANEL LED HIGH PASS OUTPUTS FULL RANGE OUTPUTS DUAL CHANNEL...

Page 18: ...rovided that Customer gives notice of the noncompliance within the Warranty Period to the Company at www mackie com or by calling LOUD technical support at 1 800 898 3211 toll free in the U S and Cana...

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Page 20: ...16220 Wood Red Road NE Woodinville WA 98072 USA Phone 425 487 4333 Toll free 800 898 3211 Fax 425 487 4337 www mackie com...

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