MACKIE Thump 115S 15-Inch 1400W Powered Subwoofer User Guide

: June 4, 2024
: Mackie

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions
Hookup Diagrams
Rear Panel Descriptions
Getting Started
Technical Specifications
WARRANTY AND SUPPORT
Documents / Resources

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MACKIE Thump 115S 15-Inch 1400W Powered Subwoofer

Important Safety Instructions

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Minimum distance (5 cm) around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation. The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way; such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no object filled with liquids, such as vases or beer glasses, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO NOT OPEN IT!
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 00 NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure, which may be of significant magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintaining (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CAUTION – To prevent electric shock hazards, do not connect to the main power supply while the grille is removed.
This apparatus has been designed with Class-I construction and must be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective ‘-2 earthing connection (the third grounding prong).
This apparatus has been equipped with a rocker-style AC mains power switch. This switch is located on the rear panel and should remain readily accessible to the user.
The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, so the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
The use of apparatus is in tropical and/or moderate climates.
The maximum ambient temperature during use of the appliance must not exceed 45° C.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. WARNING: Operation of Thump115S / Thump118S in a residential environment could cause radio interference.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by LOUD Audio, LLC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.
This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Canada ICES-003(A)/NMB-003(A)
Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a period of time. The U.S. Government’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the permissible noise level exposures shown in the following chart.
According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels use hearing protectors while the equipment is in operation. Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating the equipment in order to prevent permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits set forth here:

Duration, per day in hours| Sound Level dBA, Slow Response| Typical Example
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8| 90| Duo in a small club
6| 92|
4| 95| Subway Train
3| 97|
2| 100| Very loud classical music
1.5| 102|
1| 105| Ty is screamin~ at Trov about deadlines
0.5| 110|
0.25 or less| 115| Loudest parts at a rock concert

Correct disposal of this pr~duct: This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE directive (2012/19/EU) and your national law. This product should be _ha~ded over to an 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 due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, or your household waste disposal service.

Hookup Diagrams

PA System with one powered subwoofer

MACKIE Thump 115S 15-Inch 1400W Powered Subwoofer -
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HIGH PASS MODE

Rear Panel Descriptions

Power Connector Connect the supplied AC power cord to this IEC jack.
Power Switch Turns the subwoofer on and off.
Inputs Connect mono or stereo line-level signal(s) from a mixer.
High Pass Outputs Connect to full-range loudspeakers.
Full Range Outputs Connect to additional subwoofers.
Gain Adjusts the input sensitivity. Turn it down if the accompanying LED illuminates solid red.
Main LED Switch Illuminates the front panel LED.
Polarity Switch Inverts the polarity of the subwoofer.
Stereo/Mono Switch Chooses whether the full range outputs are stereo or a mono sum of both inputs.
. High Pass Mode Optimizes the subwoofer and high pass outputs for the selected loudspeaker or crossover frequency.

Getting Started

Read and understand the Important Safety Instructions on page 2.
Make all initial connections with the power switches OFF on all equipment. Make sure the master volume, level, and gain controls are all the way down.
Connect the outputs from the mixing console (or another signal source) to the inputs on the rear panel of the subwoofer, then connect the high pass outputs from the subwoofer to the inputs of the loudspeakers. Make sure the subwoofer’s gain knob is set to “U” (unity gain).
Make sure the loudspeaker’s level knob is set to “U” (unity gain).
Push the line cord securely into the subwoofer’s/ loudspeaker’s IEC connectors and plug the other ends into grounded AC outlets. The subwoofer/loudspeaker may accept the appropriate voltage as indicated near the IEC connector.
Turn the mixer (or another signal source) on.
Turn the subwoofer on.
Turn the loudspeakers on.
Be sure that the volume of the input is the same as it would be during normal use.
Start the signal source and raise the mixer’s main UR fader up to a comfortably loud listening level.

Technical Specifications

| THUMP115S| THUMP118S
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Frequency Range (-10 dB)| 36 Hz -180 Hz| 30 Hz-150 Hz
Maximum SPL Peak| 131 dB| 132d8
Total System Power| 1400 watts peak
Low Frequency| 15 in/ 381 mm woofer, 1400 watts peak Class D power amplifier| 18 in/ 457 mm woofer, 1400 watts peak Class D power amplifier
Input Type| 2 x Female XLR balanced
Output| Male XLR balanced [Full Range, High Pass]
Power Requirements| 100-240V-, 50-60 Hz, 75W
Protection Features| Peak and RMS limiting, power supply, and amplifier thermal protection
Size (HxWxQ)| 18.5 X 18.0 X 23.0 in
470 x 457 x 584 mm| 21.0 X 20.8 X 24.0 in
533 x 528 x 610 mm
Weight| 54.5 lb/ 24.7 kg| 66.5 lb/ 30.2 kg

All specifications subject to change

WARRANTY AND SUPPORT

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Retrieve a full-version, printable OWNER’S MANUAL for your product.
DOWNLOAD software, firmware, and drivers for your product (if applicable).
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BOTHELL, WA 98011
USA
Phone: 425.487.4333
Toll-free: 800.898.3211
Fax: 425.487.4337
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