Mackie DLM12 Owner's Manual

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The Mackie DLM8 and DLM12 each deliver 2000

watts into the most compact, professional portable
loudspeaker design ever. Featuring TruSource

™

  

technology, the DLM loudspeakers are equipped  
with Mackie’s TruSource driver that incorporates   
the high-output 8" [DLM8] and 12" [DLM12] woofer
and 1.75" compression driver into an incredibly
compact common-magnet design. Powerful TruSource
DSP delivers seamless clarity, consistent dispersion
and unmatched fidelity.

These versatile loudspeakers feature the Mackie

DL2 integrated digital mixer, providing a dual-channel
mixing solution for a wide array of possible connections
with incredible channel features like 3-band EQ and
16 great-sounding effects. Plus, system processing like
a multi-band feedback destroyer, six speaker modes
and Smart Protect technology provide the tools
needed for truly professional applications.

With configuration options that include pole/wall

mounting and flying, the sleek DLM loudspeakers  
are a powerful solution for high-end installs. The  
ultra-compact form factor includes a rugged PC-ABS
cabinet, powder-coated grille and integrated kickstand
for personal monitor use.

The new shape of sound – Mackie DLM8 and DLM12.

After this introduction, a getting started guide will

help you get things set up fast. The hookup diagrams
show some typical setups, while the remaining sections
provide details of the DLM8 and DLM12 loudspeakers.

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important or unique to the loudspeakers. For
your own good, read and remember them.

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of features and practical tips. They usually
have some valuable nuggets of information.

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and functions relating to the usage of the
loudspeakers.

The following steps will help you set up the

loudspeakers 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.

2. Connect the line-level outputs from the mixing

console (or other signal source) to the inputs on the
rear panel of the DLM8/12 loudspeakers.

3. Connect the supplied AC power cords to the  

IEC sockets on the rear panel of each loudspeaker.
Plug the other end into an AC outlet properly configured
with the correct voltage as indicated to the left of the
IEC socket.

4. Turn the mixer (or other signal source) on.

5. Turn the loudspeakers on.

6. Start the signal source and raise the mixer’s

main L/R fader up until audio may be heard
through the loudspeakers.

7. Adjust the master volume of the mixer to a

comfortably loud listening level.

8. Read the rest of this manual to learn how to use the

DL2 integrated digital mixer to really dial in a sound for
the venue.

•  Never listen to loud music for prolonged periods.

   Please see the Safety Instructions on page 2 for
   information on hearing protection.

•  As a general guide, DLM loudspeakers should

   be turned on last, after any mixer or other signal
   source. As such, they should also be turned off
   first. This will reduce the possibility of any turn-on
   or turn-off thumps and other noises generated
   by any upstream equipment from coming out of
   the speakers.

•  Save the shipping boxes and packing materials!

   You may need them someday. Besides, the  
   cats will love playing in them and jumping out at
   you unexpectedly. Remember to pretend like you
   are surprised!

•  Save your sales receipt in a safe place.