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1. 15 e Proven highly durable portable design Rigging Hardware and 15 23 0 Ib 10 4 kg SRM350v3 Riaai e 87 00 16 8 kg SRM450v3 igging 0 0 15 SRMv3 Inserts amp Fly 15 Appendix Service 16 Appendix Connections 17 Appendix Technical Information 18 SRMv3 Loudspeaker 20 SRMv3 Loudspeaker Frequency Responses 21 f Like US SRMv3 Loudspeaker Block Diagram 22 amp Follow us Limited lt 23 Watch our dang videos Owner s Manual SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers Introduction The most widely used portable speakers ever the all new SRM450 and SRM350 deliver the unparalleled ease of use professional sound quality and indestructible portability that made SRM a live sound legend Now packed with 1000W of power the widest selection of truly useful sound enhancing DSP and setup friendly audio tools SRM is ready for your high output application SRMs feature modern tools like application specific speaker modes and an automatic feedback destroyer each with a single button interface that gets you optimized performance in just seconds An2. 5 uopuyeq 1 5 8 0 lapo 440 cs i i em 0 f apoz 8 0 440 Z301M SUL Pc o gt 8P Ort 18 oz 440 a gt gt H 5 lt Md 00 4 MOD 08405 SHL YIX i eS uae twee 1 5 ova SNLVLS dW 0 H 2 5 031 00 1 i 5 3 N Eoi 0 0 avd Lo 5 ty b l i poi 800 00 440 D 4 1 800 440 2 30 SUL gt Sios f MO 00 21 MOO y 2 aie 2 3300 zO moO He A 0 1 H YJ40H1S30 AGOW 68 _ 9 gt Sna Wild EENEN S71041NO9 ee gt 5 N s1 je dspno FAQGGPWAS gAOSEWYS SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers 2 Limited Warranty 5 15 1 Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place This Limited Product Warranty Product Warranty is provided by LOUD Technologies Inc LOUD and is applicable to products purchased in t
3. MODE DESTROYER 1 2 MON 3 soto 4 DTO lt BREAKFAST MODE 0 Bagel with P 3 S Fresh fruit Bloody Mary Biscuits and Gravy 7 Oatmeal 7 Coffee 0 Eggs Benedict I Omelette O Juice gt Pancakes Waffles Mimosa Farmer s breakfast 10 Main LED Switch Limit LED The LED on the front of the SRMv3 loudspeaker 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 front panel LED to illuminate SRMve2 loudspeakers have a built in limiter that helps to prevent the amplifier outputs from clipping or overdriving the transducers The limit indicator illuminates yellow when the limiter is activated It s oKay for it to blink yellow occasionally but if it blinks frequently or lights continuously turn down the gain knob 4 until it only blinks occasionally Excessive limiting may lead to overheating which in turn trips the 5 thermal protect circuitry and interrupts the performance See Thermal Protection on page 12 for more information 11 Breakfast Mode Breakfast is the most important meal of the day Here you are able to order your favorite breakfast food and drink Press the breakfast mode buttons repeatedly until the LEDs of the food and drink you desire are illuminated This mode is only available between 6 am and 11 am at participating SRM
4. Positive or hot SLEEVE SLEEVE TIP a Unbalanced RCA Connector Owner s Manual SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers Appendix Technical Information SRMv3 Loudspeaker Specifications Acoustic Performance Input Output Frequency Response 3 dB 55 Hz 20 kHz SRM350v3 Channel 1 47 Hz 20 kHz SRM450v3 Mic Line 8 kQ balanced Frequency Response 10 dB 1 4 TRS Wide Z 1 MQ unbalanced 50 Hz 23 kHz SRM350v3 Channel 2 42 Hz 23 kHz SRM450v3 8 KQ balanced Max peak SPL 126 dB SRM350v3 1 4 TRS Wide Z 1 MQ unbalanced 128 dB SRM450v3 RCA 25 kQ unbalanced Crossover Point 3 kHz Thru Male XLR balanced Dispersion H x V 90 x 80 SRM350v3 Passive when the Ch 1 Mix switch 90 x 45 SRM450v3 is in the out Ch 1 position Active when the Ch 1 Mix switch is in the in Mix position High Frequency Section Compression Driver 1 4in 36mm Line Input Power Diaphragm Material Titanium US detachable line cord 100 120 VAC 50 60 Hz 160W Magnet Material Ferrite EU detachable line cord 220 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 160W AC Connector 3 pin IEC 250 VAC 10 A male Power Supply Type Switchmode Low Frequency Section Woofer Diameter 10 in 254 mm SRM350v3 12 in 305 mm SRM450v3 Safety Features Cone Material Paper Input Protection Peak and RMS limiting Magnet Material Ferrite Display LEDs Defeatable front power input signal OL speaker mode Powe
5. Shield ground Tip Positive or hot SLEEVE SLEEVE TIP DA a Unbalanced RCA Connector For more information on these connectors see Appendix B on page 17 6 Thru Output This is a male XLR type connector that produces exactly the same signal that is connected to the main input jack or a mix of channels 1 and 2 Use it to daisy chain several SRM loudspeakers together off the same signal source s 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 Balanced XLR Output Connector SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers SRM350v3 SRM450v3 Loudspeaker Rear Panel Features continued See page 7 to learn more about daisy chaining SRMv3 loudspeakers For more information on these connectors see Appendix B on page 17 7 Ch 1 Mix Switch Thru Output This switch allows you to choose whether only the channel 1 signal pre gain is sent out to the next loudspeaker switch out Ch 1 or if a mix of the channel 1 and 2 signals are sent out to the next loudspeaker switch in Mix post gains 8 Speaker Mode Here you are able to change the loudspeaker s speaker mode to tailor it to best suit your particular application There are four modes PA DJ Monitor and Soloist Press the speaker mode button repeatedly unt
6. XLR connectors are wired as follows according to standards specified by the AES Audio Engineering Society Balanced XLR Input Connector Pin 1 Shield ground Pin 2 Positive or hot Pin 3 Negative or cold Balanced XLR Input Connector To connect balanced lines to these inputs use a 1 4 Tip Ring Sleeve TRS plug TRS stands for Tip Ring Sleeve the three connection points available on a stereo 1 4 or balanced phone jack or plug TRS jacks and plugs are used for balanced signals and stereo headphones and are wired as follows according to standards specified by the AES Audio Engineering Society Owner s Manual SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers SRM350v3 SRM450v3 Loudspeaker Rear Panel Features continued Balanced 1 4 TRS Connector Sleeve Shield ground Tip Positive or hot Ring Negative or cold SLEEVE RINGTIP RING SLEEVE Sol RING m O TIP A SLEEVE Balanced 1 4 TRS Connector To connect unbalanced lines to these inputs use a 1 4 mono TS phone plug wired as follows according to standards specified by the AES Audio Engineering Society Unbalanced 1 4 TS Connector Sleeve Shield ground Tip Positive or hot SLEEVE SLEEVE SLEEVE Unbalanced 1 4 TS Connector For more information on these connectors see Appendix B on page 17 4
7. Gain Knobs The gain knobs adjust the input sensitivity of the mic line and or RCA inputs This allows signals from the outside world to be adjusted to run through each channel at optimal internal operating levels There is dB of gain with the knob fully down off ramping up to 50 dB of gain fully up max The accompanying LED will illuminate green when the channel s input signal is present indicating signal It will remain lit so long as there is signal above 20 dBu present in that channel The accompanying LED will illuminate red when the amplifier in the SRMv loudspeaker is near the clipping point It is okay if this LED blinks occasionally because this means that the transient peaks are just reaching the maximum output of the amplifiers and you are getting the most out of your loudspeaker If connecting mixer outputs to loudspeaker inputs set the gain knob to 10 00 Line for optimal sound and performance VERY IMPORTANT SIG OL SIG OL GAIN GAIN 1 am MIX QH X 5 RCA Inputs Channel 2 Only The stereo unbalanced RCA inputs allow you to play a CD player iPod or other line level source The RCA jacks accept an unbalanced signal using standard hi fi RCA hookup cables They are wired as follows according to standards specified by the AES Audio Engineering Society Unbalanced RCA Connector Sleeve
8. agreement and supersedes any and all prior agreements between LOUD and Customer related to the subject matter hereof No amendment modification or waiver of any of the provisions of this Product Warranty will be valid unless set forth in a written instrument signed by the party to be bound thereby Need help with your loudspeaker e Visit www 720trees com and click Support to find FAQs manuals addendums and other documents Email us at techmail loudtechinc com Telephone 1 800 898 3211 to speak with one of our splendid technical support chaps Monday through Friday normal business hours Pacific Time Owner s Manual MACKIE 16220 Wood Red Road NE Woodinville WA 98072 USA Phone 425 487 4333 Toll free 800 898 3211 Fax 425 487 4337 www 720trees com
9. processor to time align the sound Since sound travels about 1 foot per millisecond it takes about 1 10 of a second to travel 100 feet Keep in mind that the speaker mode and feedback destroyer are two great ways to compensate for some of these issues See page 11 for more information 8 9 SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers 5 WARNING Installation should only be done by an experienced technician Improper installation may result in damage to the equipment injury or death Make sure that the loudspeaker is installed in a stable and secure way in order to avoid any conditions that may be dangerous for persons or structures WARNING The cabinet is suitable for rigging y via its fly points NEVER attempt to suspend an SRMv8 loudspeaker by its handle Rigging Design Practices Rigging a loudspeaker requires determining 1 The rigging methods and hardware that meet static shock dynamic and any other load requirements for supporting the loudspeaker from structure 2 The design factor and required WLL Working Load Limit for this support We strongly recommend the following rigging practices 1 Documentation Thoroughly document the design with detailed drawings and parts lists 2 Analysis Have a qualified professional such as a licensed Professional Engineer review and approve the design before its implementation 3 Installation Have a qualified professional rigger do the installation and
10. the IEC socket 5 Turn the mixer or other signal source on 6 Turn the loudspeakers on 7 Start the signal source and raise the mixer s main L R fader up until audio may be heard through the loudspeakers 8 Adjust the master volume of the mixer to a comfortably loud listening level 9 Read the rest of this manual to learn how to set the speaker mode and feedback destroyer to really dial in a sound for the venue Things to Remember e Never listen to loud music for prolonged periods Please see the Safety Instructions on page 2 for information on hearing protection e As a general guide SRMv3 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 e 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 e Save your sales receipt in a safe place SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers Hookup Diagrams yenuew SASUMO SRMv3 loudspeakers are the perfect tool for singer songwriters touring the local coffee shops B
11. will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources For more information about where you can drop off your waste a equipment for recycling please contact your local city office waste authority or your household waste disposal service SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers Part No SW1051 Rev A 03 14 2014 LOUD Technologies Inc All Rights Reserved Contents Features Important Safety Instructions 2 e 1000W system power paired with custom 5 3 transducers deliver gig level volumes with J 3 room to spare 0 4 e 10 high output LF driver 5 350 n e 12 high output LF driver SRM450v8 How To Use This 4 pete e 1 4 titanium dome compression driver lt gt 4 7 4 High Definition Audio Processing for professional Hookup 0 5 sound with unmatched clarity e Patented acoustic correction developed with SRMv3 Loudspeaker Rear Panel 9 touring geniuses at e Precision 2 way crossover 1 Power 1 9 i e Driver time alignment and phase correction 2 Power 9 3 XLR and 1 4 Combo Inputs cccccccccccccccococe
12. zine One Louder Magazine Please visit the website at www oneloudermagazine com You may also find us on all the typical social media sites Please free to like and or follow One Louder Magazine Should you have an idea for a good interview don t hesitate to reach out oneloudermagazine gmail com You can t possibly still be reading this can you Well stop It s time to test drive the loudspeakers Go give em a whirl You can do this later Ok fine you re going to keep reading even though there is nothing of any significance written here just keep making the font smaller and smaller And keep writting gibberish until I run out of space but there is nothing to see here In fact here s some gibberish otherwise known as placeholder text Gendi del iniet vellam eremporerum iur res Don t look it up There is no meaning to it Owner s Manual SRM350v3 Loudspeaker Dimensions 20 8in 527mm 13 1 333 SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers ee WEIGHT SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Loudspeaker Frequency Response Legend O PA Speaker Mode This mode is full range but focuses DJ Speaker Mode This mode bumps the lows on mid range clarity where vocals often reside and highs with a mild tuck to the mid
13. SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers OWNER S MANUAL ony KIE SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers 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 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 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 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storm
14. at they are stabilized and secured from falling over or being accidentally pushed over Failure to follow these precautions may result in damage to the equipment personal injury or death As with any powered components protect them from moisture Avoid installing the loudspeaker in places exposed to harsh weather conditions If you are setting them up outdoors make sure they are under cover if you expect rain SRMvs8 loudspeakers NOT designed to array horizontally If you feel you must put two speakers side by side you should have a good understanding of the relationship between the splay angle the angle between the facing sides of the cabinets and frequency cancellation effects between cabinets When two cabinets are positioned side by side such that the rear angled faces of the enclosures are parallel the splay angle will be 90 This matches the 90 horizontal coverage pattern of each individual loudspeaker the interference between the two cabinets will be minimized but the total coverage of 180 may be too wide for some applications The mid and high frequencies may also be reduced for those in the center who are too close to the loudspeakers Reducing the splay angle will reduce the total horizontal coverage but it also creates an area both speakers are covering Instead of a nearfield hole this will cause comb filtering effects in the frequency response in the overlapping area The smaller the splay angle the
15. ated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of significant magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons _ The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is 1 intended to alert the user of the prescence of important SV Pe PORTABLE CART WARNING 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 hazard do not connect to mains power supply while grille is removed 20 NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference a residential installation This equipment generates 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 that interference will not occur in particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try fo correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the recei
16. ch resets itself and the SRMv8 loudspeaker resumes normal operation If the thermal switch activates try turning down the level control a notch or two on the mixing console or the back of the loudspeaker to avoid overheating the amplifier Be aware that direct sunlight and or hot stage lights may be the culprit of an amplifier overheating AC Power Be sure the SRMv8 loudspeaker 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 Never remove the ground pin on the power cord any other component of the SRMv3 loudspeaker This is very dangerous VERY IMPORTANT Care and Maintenance SRMv 8 loudspeakers will provide many years of reliable service if you follow these guidelines e Avoid exposing the loudspeakers to moisture If they are set up outdoors be sure they are under cover if rain is expected e Avoid exp
17. d with the integrated 2 channel mixer you can easily mix multiple sources Only SRMs deliver this level of power and sound quality in such an indestructible portable package How to Use This Manual 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 SRM850v3 and 631145006 loudspeakers This icon marks information that is critically important or unique to the loudspeakers For your own good read and remember them VERY IMPORTANT Please write your serial number here for future reference i e insurance claims tech support return authorization make dad proud etc bo Purchased at Date of purchase po Getting Started 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 SRM350v8 SRM450v8 loudspeakers 3 Make sure that the loudspeaker s gain knobs are set to or near line 4 Connect the supplied AC power cords to the sockets on the rear panel of each loudspeaker Plug the other end into an AC outlet properly configured with the correct voltage as indicated below
18. e loudspeakers so the high frequency drivers are two to four feet above ear level for the audience making allowances for an audience that may be standing dancing in the aisles High frequencies are highly directional and tend to be absorbed much easier than lower frequencies By providing direct line of sight from the loudspeakers to the audience you increase the overall brightness and intelligibility of the sound system Highly reverberant rooms like many gymnasiums and auditoriums are a nightmare for sound system intelligibility Multiple reflections off the hard walls ceiling and floor play havoc with the sound Depending on the situation you may be able to take some steps to minimize the reflections such as putting carpeting on the floors closing draperies to cover large glass windows or hanging tapestries or other materials on the walls to absorb some of the sound However in most cases these remedies are not possible or practical So what do you do Making the sound system louder generally doesn t work because the reflections become louder too The best approach is to provide as much direct sound coverage to the audience as possible The farther away you are from the speaker the more prominent will be the reflected sound Use more speakers strategically placed so they are closer to the back of the audience If the distance between the front and back speakers is more than about 100 feet you should use a delay
19. ely into the jack Be sure all connections are secure Noise e What is the position of the gain knob It should be at or near mic when a mic is connected and at or near line when a line level signal is connected It should be off for all unused inputs e Make sure all connections to the active loudspeakers are good and sound Make sure none 01 the signal cables are routed near AC cables power transformers or other EMI inducing devices e Is there a light dimmer or other SCR based device on the same AC circuit as the SRM loudspeaker Use an AC line filter or plug the loudspeaker into a different AC circuit e Try disconnecting the cable connected to the main input jack If the noise disappears it could be a ground loop rather than a problem with the SRMv8 loudspeaker Try some of the following troubleshooting ideas e Use balanced connections throughout your system for the best noise rejection Whenever possible plug all the audio equipment s line cords into outlets which share a common ground The distance between the outlets and the common ground should be as short as possible Repair For warranty service refer to the warranty information on page 23 Non warranty service is available at a factory authorized service center To locate the nearest service center visit www 720trees com click Contact Tech Support and select Locate a Service Center or Distributor 3 Ser
20. ge 7 for a visual representation of daisy chaining O Balanced 1 4 TRS Connector TRS stands for Tip Ring Sleeve the three connections available on a stereo 1 4 cable This allows for a direct connection to the channel 1 and 2 input jacks on SRM loudspeakers Be sure the cables are wired per AES Audio Engineering Society standards Balanced 1 4 TRS Connector Sleeve Shield Ground Tip Positive or hot Ring Negative or cold 5 15 1 yenuew SLEEVE RINGTIP RING SLEEVE N RING SLEEVE Balanced 1 4 TRS Connector Unbalanced 1 4 TS Connector TS stands for Tip Sleeve the two connections available on a mono 1 4 cable This allows for a direct connection to the channel 1 and 2 input jacks on SRM loudspeakers Be sure the cables are wired per AES Audio Engineering Society standards Unbalanced 1 4 TS Connector Sleeve Shield Ground Tip Positive or hot SLEEVE SLEEVE TIP l yv TIP SLEEVE Unbalanced 1 1 TS Connector Unbalanced RCA Connector RCA type plugs also known as phono plugs and jacks are often used in home stereo and video equipment and in many other applications RCA plugs are unbalanced Connect the signal to the center post and the ground earth or shield to the surrounding basket Be sure the cables are wired per AES Audio Engineering Society standards Unbalanced RCA Connector Sleeve Shield Ground Tip
21. he AC power indicated on the rear panel below the IEC receptacle Disconnecting the plug s ground pin is dangerous Don t do it VERY IMPORTANT VERY IMPORTANT 2 Power Switch Press the top of this rocker switch inwards to turn on the loudspeaker The front panel LED will glow with happiness or at least it will if the loudspeaker is plugged into a suitable live AC mains supply and the main LED switch 10 is disengaged Press the bottom of this rocker switch inwards to turn off the loudspeaker O As a general guide SRMv3 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 5 15 1 yenuew 3 XLR and 1 4 Combo Inputs Both channels feature 1 4 Wide Z inputs with combo jacks that may accept balanced unbalanced XLR and 1 4 connections The gain range of the Wide Z inputs may handle anything from an instrument or mic level to a line level signal such as from a mixer Simply connect an XLR TRS or TS connector into the channel and adjust the gain accordingly Please be aware of the position of the gain knob 4 y NEVER connect the output of an amplifier directly to the input of the loudspeaker This could damage the input circuitry of the active loudspeaker
22. he United States or Canada through a LOUD authorized reseller or dealer The Product Warranty will not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser of the product hereinafter Customer you or your yenuew For products purchased outside the U S or Canada please visit www 720trees com to find contact information for your local distributor and information on any warranty coverage provided by the distributor in your local market LOUD warrants to Customer that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use during the Warranty Period If the product fails to conform to the warranty then LOUD or its authorized service representative will at its option either repair or replace any such nonconforming product provided that Customer gives notice of the noncompliance within the Warranty Period to the Company at www 720trees com 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 excluding weekends or LOUD holidays Please retain the original dated sales receipt as evidence of the date of purchase You will need it to obtain any warranty service For full terms and conditions as well as the specific duration of the Warranty for this product please visit www 720trees com The Product Warranty together with your invoice or receipt and the terms and conditions located at www 720trees com constitutes the entire
23. he top and bottom for installing an optional hanging bracket that allows the speaker to be flown 5135006 Bracket Kit PN 0016404 VERY IMPORTANT Rigging Notes The SRMv3 loudspeaker s integral mounting points are designed to support only the weight of their own loudspeaker with suitable external hardware This means that each SRMv2 loudspeaker must be supported independently of any other SRMv8 loudspeaker and any other loads All rigging points must be used to hang an SRMvs3 loudspeaker SRM450v3 Fly Points MP Mounting Point Rear Owner s Manual 5 15 1 yenuew SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers Appendix A Service Information If you think the SRMv8 loudspeaker 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 720trees com where you will find lots of useful information such as FAQs and other documentation You may find the answer to the problem without having to part with your loudspeaker Troubleshooting No power e Our favorite question Is it plugged in Make sure the AC outlet is live check with a tester or lamp Our next favorite question Is the power switch on If not try turning it on e 5 the LED on the front panel illuminated If not make sure the AC outlet is live If so refer to No sound below e The internal AC line fuse ma
24. il the LED of the speaker mode you desire is illuminated Refer to the Frequency Response graphs on page 21 for further information PA Speaker Mode This mode is full range but focuses on mid range clarity where vocals often reside This is the place to start for most sound reinforcement applications DJ Speaker Mode This mode bumps the lows and highs with a mild tuck to the mids perfect for music playback MONCitor Speaker Mode This mode features low frequency roll off and a reduction around 2 kHz to ensure maximum gain before feedback in monitor applications SOLO ist Speaker Mode This mode features a low frequency roll off to get rid of unwanted thumps and adds boost and sparkle to mid range and high frequencies This plug and play mode is perfect for singer songwriters 9 Feedback desTROYer The multi band feedback destroyer hunts down offending feedback frequencies and applies up to four notch filters automatically to destroy feedback and maximize gain prior to feedback This is a great tool for performers without a dedicated engineer The integrated and amazingly accurate Feedback Destroyer instantly employs up to four incredibly narrow 1 16th octave filters to locate and eradicate feedback so you know you can perform fearlessly Plus the entire system is protected by our Smart Protect DSP which kicks in to protect your investment when things get pushed a little too hard SPEAKER FEEDBACK
25. inspection 4 Safety Use adequate safety precautions and back up systems SRM350v3 Inserts M5 inserts for mounting optional hanging bracket Rigging Hardware and Accessories Rigging our loudspeakers will invariably require hardware not supplied by us Various types of load rated hardware are available from a variety of third party sources There are a number of such companies specializing in manufacturing hardware for designing and installing rigging systems Each one of these tasks is a discipline in its own right Because of the hazardous nature of rigging work and the potential liability engage companies that specialize in these disciplines to do the work required We do offer certain accessory rigging items and some of them may be used with a variety of products While these accessories are intended to facilitate installation the wide variety of possible installation conditions and array configurations do not permit us to determine their suitability or load rating for any particular application We are 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 properly engineered load certified rigging system for supporting the loudspeaker from structure SRMvs8 loudspeakers may be individually flown using a PA Al Eyebolt Kit part number 0031943 SRM350v3 cabinets are fitted with four 5 insert points on t
26. more energy will be delivered on axis but the comb filtering effects will get worse at the same time To reiterate though we strongly suggest NOT arraying these loudspeakers horizontally Experimentation and experience will help you find the right balance for your application Owner s Manual 5 15 1 SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers Room Acoustics SRMvs loudspeakers are designed to sound fantastic in nearly every application But room acoustics play a crucial role in the overall performance of a sound system However the wide high frequency dispersion of the SRMv3 loudspeakers helps to minimize the problems that typically arise 90 Dispersion up to 20 kHz Here are some additional placement tips to help overcome some typical room problems that might arise e Placing loudspeakers in the corners of a room increases the low frequency output and can cause the sound to be muddy and indistinct e Placing loudspeakers against a wall increases the low frequency output though not as much as corner placement However this is a good way to reinforce the low frequencies if so desired e Avoid placing the speakers directly on a hollow stage floor A hollow stage can resonate at certain frequencies causing peaks and dips in the frequency response of the room It is better to place them on a sturdy stand designed to handle the weight of the loudspeaker Position th
27. optional bracket SRM450v3 Floor mount pole mount or fly via three integrated M10 mounting points using M10 x 1 5 x 20 mm forged shoulder eyebolts See page 15 for more information Options SRM350v3 Bag P N 093 024 00 SRM450v3 Bag P N 0002843 SPM200 Loudspeaker Pole Mount P N 2035170 01 SRM350v3 Bracket Kit P N 0016404 1 Forged Shoulder Eyebolt Kit 3 M10 1 5 20 mm P N 0031943 Disclaimer Since we are always striving to make our products better by incorporating new and improved materials components and manufacturing methods we reserve the right to change these specifications at any time without notice The Running Man figure is a registered trademark of LOUD Technologies Inc All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders and are hereby acknowledged 2014 LOUD Technologies Inc All Rights Reserved Spoon mixture into a small oven proof dish that has been sprayed with a good vegetable oil Bake in preheated 350 F oven for 20 minutes or until sauce is bubbly Serve with crackers of your choice potato chips tortilla or taco chips NOTE For those who prefer a spicier dip add addtional Tabasco sauce also 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce You may consider adding about 4 Gherkin pickles chopped small Still reading Well apparently you like to read even if it just the fine print That said you might enjoy my lil e
28. or just let it kill the feedback while playing Small Coffee Shop Owner s Manual SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers a Hookup Diagrams continued In this example an SRM1850 subwoofer and additional SRM450v3 loudspeaker have been added to the mix giving our sound system some extra beef It is a perfect setup for a small club Here the L R outputs of a ProFX8 mixer are connected directly to the channel A and B inputs of a single SRM1850 subwoofer Set the gain to U The channel A and B high pass outputs of the SRM1850 subwoofer are connected directly to the channel 1 inputs of each SRM450v3 loudspeaker Be sure that the gain knob on each is set to line Select the VAR high pass mode on the SRM1850 and turn the adjacent knob 120 Hz for a matched system SRMv3 loudspeakers are also perfect for use as stage monitors Simply connect a cable from each aux send to the channel 1 input of each SRMv3 loudspeaker used as a monitor It s a good idea to use the Feedback Destroyer here For the output you will want to set a speaker mode described in detail on page 11 For this type of setup we recommend selecting the PA speaker mode for live sound on your SRMv3 loudspeakers If using any SRMv3 loudspeakers as monitors selec
29. osure to extreme cold below freezing temperatures If you must operate the loudspeakers 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 e Use a dry cloth to clean the cabinets Only do this when the power is turned off Avoid getting moisture into any of the openings of the cabinet particularly where the drivers are located SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers Placement 5 WARNING Installation should only be done by an experienced technician Improper installation may result in damage to the equipment injury or death Make sure that the loudspeaker is installed in a stable and secure way in order to avoid any conditions that may be dangerous for persons or structures SRMv8 loudspeakers are designed to sit on the floor or stage as the main PA or as monitors They may also be pole mounted via the built in socket on the bottom of the cabinet Be sure the pole is capable of supporting the weight of the loudspeaker The SPM200 is a great option when using a subwoofer These loudspeakers may also be flown via their integrated fly points as detailed on page 15 Be sure to read the PA Al Eyebolt Installation Instructions as well Check to make sure that the support surface e g floor etc has the necessary mechanical characteristics to support the weight of the loudspeaker s When pole mounting loudspeakers be sure th
30. r Amplifiers feedback destroyer on off and active filters system limiter System Power Amplification Rated Power 500 watts rms 1000 watts peak Low Frequency Power Amplifier Construction Features Rated Power 400 watts rms Cabinet Polypropylene 800 watts peak Finish Black textured finish Rated THD lt 1 Grille Perforated metal with Cooling Convection weather resistant coating Design Class D Monitor Angle 50 SRM350v3 High Frequency Power Amplifier Rated Power Rated THD Cooling Design 100 watts rms 200 watts peak lt 1 Convection Class AB SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers 40 SRM450v3 SRMv3 Loudspeaker Specifications continued O 5 15 1 Physical Properties Uncle Bill s Hot Crab Dip SRM350v3 Ingredients Height 20 8 in 527 mm 8 tablespoons cream cheese Width 13 1 in 333 mm 1 2 cup mayonnaise Kraft Miracle Whip is preferred lt Depth 12 3 in 311 mm 7 1 2 ounces canned crab meat drained or 7 1 2 ounces Weight 23 lb 10 4 kg use fresh crabmeat 5 4 tablespoons minced onions SRM450v3 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 0 Height 26 1 in 663 mm 1 8 teaspoon Tabasco sauce or 1 8 teaspoon red hot sauce Width 16 0 in 406 mm Depth 14 8 in 376 mm Directions In a mixing bowl using an electric mixer beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth Stir in crabmeat minced onion lemon juice and Tabasco Mounting Methods sauce SRM350v3 Floor mount pole mount or fly via
31. re connected directly to the channel A inputs of another set of SRM1850 subwoofers Talk about beefy low end and we ve only connected the subs The channel A high pass outputs of the last two SRM1850 subwoofers are connected directly to the channel 1 inputs of the main pair of SRM450v3 loudspeakers Be sure that the gain knob on each is set to line Select the VAR high pass mode on the SRM1850 and turn the adjacent knob 120 Hz for a matched system SRMv3 loudspeakers are also perfect for using as stage monitors Simply connect a cable from an aux send to the channel 1 input of an SRM350v3 loudspeaker Here you will want to set a speaker mode described in detail on page 11 Since these are monitors select the appropriately named monitor speaker mode Select PA speaker mode for the main loudspeakers You may also turn the feedback eliminator ON on all four SRMv3 loudspeakers if desired Large Club System SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers SRM350v3 SRM450v3 Loudspeaker Rear Panel Features SPEAKER MODE FEEDBACK DESTROYER PAO DON 2 MON OZ soro O CLEAR 1 Power Connection This is a standard 3 prong IEC power connector Connect the detachable power cord included in the packaging with the loudspeaker to the power receptacle and plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet Make sure that the AC power is matched to t
32. ring your favorite axe and mic SRMv3 loudspeakers and cables and power cords In this example a dynamic microphone is connected to the channel 1 input of an SRM350v3 loudspeaker used for monitoring purposes Be sure that the gain knob is set to in order to get an extra boost for the mic If anything other than a microphone is attached to a channel input make sure the gain knob is set to anything other than line is a safe bet From there adjust the gain as described on page 10 Now grab your axe and plug it directly into the channel 2 input Or if you use effects connect the guitar to the effects input and another cable from the effects output to the channel 2 input Set the channel two gain knob to line An SRM450v3 loudspeaker will be used for the main PA Simply connect a cable from the SRM350v3 loudspeaker s THRU jack to the SRM450v3 loudspeaker s channel 1 input gain knob set to line Also make sure the Ch 1 Mix switch is down on the main SRM350v3 as well so a mix of the vocals and guitar is relayed to the PA For the output you will want to set a speaker mode described in detail on page 11 For this type of setup PA works well for the main SRM450v3 However don t count out the soloist mode It has a nice low cut and a brilliant high end Select the monitor mode for the SRM350v3 monitor Lastly you can ring out before you play utilizing the SRMv3 s feedback destroyer page 11
33. s perfect J for music playback 0 Soloist Speaker Mode This mode features a low frequency roll off to get rid of unwanted thumps Monitor Speaker Mode This mode features a low and adds boost and sparkle to mid range and high frequency roll off and a reduction around 2 kHz lt frequencies This mode is perfect for plug and play to ensure maximum gain before feedback in monitor singer songwriters applications 5 SRM350v3 Loudspeaker Frequency Response 10 dB 0 dB 10 dB 20 dB 20 100 1000 10000 20000 Frequency Hz SRM450v3 Loudspeaker Frequency Response 10 dB 10 20 dB 20 100 1000 10000 20000 Owner s Manual Frequency Hz pexy gP 0 08 4600 SHL 41X NAHL 129014 09100 yews onsnooy 1310X 5 00 i i 5 1 5018590046 olpny res yf
34. s 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 Sound Level dBA Typical E Slow Response Example Duo in small club Very loud classical music Greg screaming at Troy about deadlines Loudest parts at a rock concert Duration pet day in ours 3o 2 i 0 25 or less Laite on liitett v suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan Apparatet m tilkoples jordet stikkontakt Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag Correct disposal of this product 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 handed 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
35. s or when unused for long periods of time 14 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 15 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 16 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a tisk of fire or electric shock 17 This apparatus has been designed with 01055 construction and must be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection the third grounding prong 18 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 19 The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device 0 the disconnect device shall remain readily operable CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the prescence of uninsul
36. sscces 9 e Quick one button Speaker Mode selection 4 1005 45 45 0 for application specific voicing PA DJ Monitor 5 RCA Inputs Channel 2 10 and Soloist 6 001001 10 o 7 Ch 1 Mix Switch Thru 1 11 feedback with one button automatic Feedback Destroyer 8 Speaker Mode 11 9 Feedback 5 11 Integrated 9 channel mixer featuring dual 10 Main LED Switch Limit 11 Wide Z inputs 11 Breakfast Mode sccsssscscsscsssscssssssessaees 11 e Handles anything from mics to guitars to mixers with a single twist of the gain knob Smart 0 12 Includes stereo RCA inputs for easy connection Limitin 12 to music source 6 E E A T Overexcursion Protection 12 plug in and leave the mixer at home Thermal 1 1 12 e Smart Protect DSP kicks in to protect Oi 12 your investment when things get pushed Care and 12 a little too hard PI i 13 e Monitor specific angle and voicing mode perfect for cutting through on stage Room 0005105 14 e Flyable for permanent install RIG GWG 15 Rigging Design 1
37. t the monitor speaker mode Small Club System SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers O Hookup Diagrams continued 5 0 To next To next S SRMv3 i SRMv3 loudspeaker loudspeaker Z J C DL806 Mixer To next SRMv3 loudspeaker SRMv3 loudspeakers may be daisy chained via the male XLR connector labeled THRU Simply plug the signal source i e mixer output into the input jack s and patch that loudspeaker s THRU jack to the next loudspeaker s input jack and so on daisy chaining multiple SRMv3 loudspeakers Make sure that the Ch 1 Mix button is OUT Ch 1 See above for visual representations of daisy chaining Daisy Chaining Multiple SRMv3 Loudspeakers Owner s Manual SRM350v3 SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers Hookup Diagrams continued Here s how to set up a large club system In this example the L R outputs of a DL1608 mixer are connected directly to the channel A inputs of two SRM1850 subwoofers The channel A full range outputs of these two SRM1850 subwoofers a
38. v3 loudspeakers Owner s Manual SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers Smart Protect There are advanced DSP protection mechanisms designed into the SRM350v8 and SRM450v3 to safeguard the loudspeakers and amplifiers from inadvertent damage 5 The protection circuits are designed to protect the loudspeakers under reasonable 3 and sensible conditions Should you choose to ignore the warning signs e g excessive distortion you can still damage the speaker by overdriving it past the point of amplifier clipping Such damage is beyond the scope of the warranty Limiting Each driver has its own compression circuit which helps protect it from damaging transient peaks The compressor is designed to be transparent and is not noticeable under normal operating conditions Overexcursion Protection An 18 dB octave high pass filter just prior to the low frequency amplifier prevents very low frequencies from being amplified Excessive low frequency energy can damage the woofer by causing it to bottom out also know as overexcursion which is equivalent to a mechanical form of clipping Thermal Protection All amplifiers produce heat SRMv8 loudspeakers are designed to be efficient both electrically and thermally In the unlikely event of the amplifier overheating a built in thermal switch will activate muting the signal When the amplifier has cooled down to a safe operating temperature the thermal swit
39. vice for SRMv3 loudspeakers living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors If you do not have access to our website you may call the Tech Support department at 1 800 898 3211 Monday Friday during normal business hours Pacific Time to explain the problem Tech Support will tell you where the nearest factory authorized service center is located in your area SRM350v3 and SRM450v3 Powered Loudspeakers Appendix B Connections Balanced XLR Input Connector Each SRM loudspeaker has two female XLR TRS TS combo inputs Be sure the cables are wired per AES Audio Engineering Society standards Balanced XLR Input Connector Pin 1 Shield Ground Pin 2 Positive or hot Pin 3 Negative or cold Balanced XLR Input Connector Balanced XLR Output Connector There is also a male XLR output on each SRM loudspeaker labeled THRU Be sure the cables are wired per AES Audio Engineering Society standards Balanced XLR Output Connector Pin 1 Shield Ground Pin 2 Positive or hot Pin 3 Negative or cold 7 Balanced XLR Output Connector SRM loudspeakers may be daisy chained via the male XLR connector labeled THRU Simply plug the signal source 1 mixer output into the input jack s and patch that loudspeaker s THRU jack to the next loudspeaker s input jack and so on daisy chaining multiple SRM loudspeakers See pa
40. ving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION Changes or modifications this device not expressly approved by LOUD Technologies Inc could void the user s authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules 21 This apparatus does not exceed the Class A Class 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 ATTENTION Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant las limites applicables aux appareils num riques de class A de class selon le cas prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par les ministere des communications du Canada 22 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 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 limit
41. y be blown This is not a user serviceable part If you suspect the AC line fuse is blown please see the Repair section next No sound e 5 the input gain knob for the input source turned all the way down Verify that all the gain knobs in the system are properly adjusted Look at the level meter to ensure that the mixer is receiving a signal e Is the signal source working Make sure the connecting cables are in good repair and securely connected at both ends Make sure the output level control on the mixing console is turned up sufficiently to drive the inputs of the speaker e Make sure the mixer does not have a mute on or a processor loop engaged If you find something like this make sure the level is turned down before disengaging the offending switch e Has it shut down Make sure there is at least six inches of free space behind each SRMv3 loudspeaker Poor bass performance e Check the polarity of the connections between the mixer and the loudspeakers You may have your positive and negative connections reversed at one end of one cable causing one loudspeaker to be out of phase with the other e Poor bass performance may be the result of bad AC power See the section titled AC Power on page 12 for further details Poor sound Is it loud and distorted Make sure that you re not overdriving a stage in the signal chain Verify that all level controls are set properly e 5 the input connector plugged complet
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