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Contents
• Please write the serial number for your studio monitor here
(all studio monitors if you have more than one) for future reference
(i.e., insurance claims, tech support, return authorization, etc.):
Monitor 3
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
Purchased at:___________________________________ Date of Purchase:_____________
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Part No. SW0567 Rev. B 01/08
©2007-2008 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the MR5 Mackie Reference
Studio Monitors. Just as we revolutionized the studio
monitor market with our flagship HR824 Studio Monitor,
we have done it again with the most affordable precision
active studio monitors ever made. The MR5 features
design elements shared by our HR MK2 Series high reso-
lution studio monitors, providing a level of performance
never before available at this price.
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The connecting wires between the amplifier outputs
and the drivers are kept to an absolute minimum,
so the damping factor of the amplifier isn’t compro-
mised by the resistance of long speaker cables.
The acoustic sum of the outputs from the two driv-
ers are optimized electronically, as well as physi-
cally, so the amplitude response is unity and the
phase difference is minimal.
In short, all the complex interconnected components
in the system are designed to work in harmony with
each other to produce the best possible sound.
Investments in Excellence...
The MR5s were designed by our expert loudspeaker
and transducer engineering teams at Mackie and EAW.
These compact studio monitors can be used in a variety
of applications, including small project studios, surround
sound editing, home theater playback, and desktop
audio workstations (DAWs).
The Transducers...
The MR5s feature a 5.25-inch high-precision, low-dis-
tortion woofer and a 1-inch high-resolution tweeter.
High-frequency and low-frequency switches are pro-
vided on the rear panel to adjust the sound of the moni-
tors to the characteristics of the room. Three types of
input connectors are provided, XLR, 1/4-inch, and RCA,
to interface with virtually any application you may have.
The high-frequency driver is mounted on a molded
baffle/waveguide, which reduces diffraction and results
in wide, controlled dispersion of high-frequency sounds.
This widens the “sweet spot” and improves the time
domain characteristics of the system.
The result? The MR5 Studio Monitors are extremely ac-
curate and versatile, with unique controls that allow you
to fine-tune the sound to match your individual environ-
ment precisely. You’re gonna love these!
The Cabinet...
The cabinet is made of MDF with a matte-black finish.
Internal bracing increases the strength and rigidity
(stiffness) of the box. An open-cell adiabatic foam mate-
rial fills the inside of the box to absorb internal reflec-
tions and dampen standing waves.
What are they? The Advantages...
The MR5 Studio Monitors are two-way, bi-amplified,
active monitors employing a bass reflex (ported) design
for an extended low-frequency response. There are
many benefits to integrating an active crossover, power
amplifiers, and drivers into a single cabinet, and we’ve
taken full advantage of these benefits in the design of
the MR5.
Power Amplifiers...
The low-frequency amplifier produces up to 55 watts
continuous before clipping, while the high-frequency
amplifier produces up to 30 watts continuous. Both am-
plifiers are Class A/B with power MOSFET outputs and
active protection circuits.
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The crossover point is designed so that the high- and
low-frequency drivers are fed only the frequencies
they are best able to reproduce.
The amplifiers are designed to provide maximum
acoustic output from the speakers, yet minimize
the danger of speaker damage due to overdriving.
In addition, the amplifiers’ gain and frequency re-
sponses are individually hand-trimmed to compen-
sate for typical manufacturing tolerances between
the drivers and produce a smooth frequency
response from 60 Hz to 20 kHz.
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AN EXTREMELY IMPORTANT NOTE
ON MR5 BASS RESPONSE AND
YOUR CONTROL ROOM.
QUICK START
We realize that you can’t wait to hook
up your new Mackie MR5 Studio
Monitors and try them out. Neverthe-
less, please take the time to read this
page NOW, and the rest can wait until
you’re good and ready.
Your new MR5s achieve their best bass
response in a room that’s optimized
for bass reproduction. A lot of fac-
tors can conspire to thwart the MR5s’
extended low frequency — including
room shape, room volume and acoustical treatment.
1. Turn the INPUT LEVEL [2] control on the back of the
cabinet down (fully counterclockwise) before turning
on the monitor for the first time.
This is not a cop-out or an apology. It’s plain old
physics in action. Luckily we’ve armed you with some
compensating controls that you can use to optimize the
frequency response of the speakers in your particular
room. Consider the following:
2. Set the power switch [5] on the back panel off. This will
prevent you from accidentally connecting a hot signal
source to the monitor and getting a rude surprise.
3. Leave the High Freq [3] and Low Freq [4] Filter
switches at their Normal positions.
4. Connect the line-level monitor signal from your mixer,
preamp, or other signal source to the INPUT [1] jack
on the MR5 Studio Monitor (1⁄4-inch PHONE, XLR, or
RCA).
5. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the IEC socket
[6] on the back of the monitor. Plug the other end into
an AC outlet properly configured with the voltage cor-
responding to the markings next to the IEC socket.
6. Start your signal source (tape deck, CD, DAW, or
whatever), but leave the master volume control on your
mixer or preamp down.
7. Turn on the power switch [5] on the MR5. The power
LED [8] on the front panel will illuminate.
Low-Frequency Response
When you put your MR5s in a corner or up against
walls, their bass characteristics change. The apparent
loudness of the low frequencies increases when the
monitors are placed close to a wall, and even more so
when they are placed in a corner.
If you have placed the monitors away from the walls
and corners and you would like to hear a little more
bass, try setting the LOW FREQ FILTER [4] switch to
the +2 dB position to provide a gentle boost to the low
frequencies (below 100 Hz). If it’s still not enough bass,
try the +4 dB position to provide a little more bass boost.
6. Slowly turn up the INPUT LEVEL [2] control on the
back of the monitor to its fully clockwise position
(MAX).
7. Adjust the master volume on your mixer or preamp to
a comfortably loud listening level. If the MR5 gets loud
really fast, turn down the INPUT LEVEL control to its
center position (12 o’clock) to provide more volume
control on your mixer or preamp.
High-Frequency Response
The MR5s are designed to provide a smooth frequency
response throughout the mid and high range. Neverthe-
less, you may decide that you need a little more or a
little less high frequencies in your monitors while you
are mixing. The HIGH FREQ FILTER [3] switch provides
a gentle boost or cut in the frequencies above 5 kHz.
Remember that boosting the high frequencies in the
monitors can result in a duller mix, while reducing the
high frequencies can result in a brighter overall mix.
Enjoy the silky smooth highs and authoritative, com-
manding lows of the MR5. Then read the rest of this
manual.
Additional Tidbits of Wisdom
• Never listen to loud music for prolonged periods. Please
see the Safety Instructions on page 2 for information on
hearing protection.
•
When you shut down your equipment, turn off the MR5
studio monitors first to prevent thumps and other noises
generated by any upstream equipment from coming out the
speakers. When powering up, turn on the monitors last.
• Save the shipping box! You may need it someday, and
you don’t want to have to pay for another one.
• Save your sales receipt in a safe place.
•
Also record all MR5 serial numbers in the space provid-
ed on page 3, along with where and when you bought them.
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REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION
This is where you connect your signal to the monitor,
ꢀ. INPUT LEVEL
and make adjustments to the frequency response of
the speakers to match the monitor’s location and your
room’s environment.
The MR5 expects a line-level signal at its input. Use
this control to adjust the sensitivity of the input section
according to the signal strength at its input.
1. SIGNAL INPUTS
• The MR5 is designed to operate with a +4 dBu signal
when the INPUT LEVEL control is in the MAX position
(in other words, wide open).
• Refer to the QUICK START section on page 5 for the
level-setting procedure.
There are three types of input connectors: XLR (bal-
anced), 1/4-inch (balanced), and RCA (unbalanced).
Since all three of them are connected together electri-
cally, do not connect more than one signal at a time to
the input jacks.
ꢁ. HIGH FREQUENCY FILTER
• The XLR connector and 1/4-inch TRS (tip-sleeve-ring)
connector accept a balanced signal while the RCA con-
nector accepts an unbalanced signal. A balanced signal
provides better noise rejection and is the preferred
method, especially if using a cable longer than 20 feet
(6 meters).
The HIGH FREQ switch tailors the overall high-
frequency response by 2 dB at 5 kHz and above. Leave
this switch in the “0 (NORMAL)” position unless:
• You want to subtly brighten or darken the sound of the
speakers.
• Perhaps you have hearing loss caused by too many
nights in front of a double Marshall stack.
• The 1/4-inch TRS jack can also accept an unbalanced
signal from a 1/4-inch TS (tip-sleeve) plug.
The connectors are wired as follows (per the AES/IEC
standard):
• You just like to mix on the bright side or dull side.
If your mixes consistently sound dull or dark when
you listen elsewhere, this usually indicates that your
monitors are too bright, relative to your normal hearing.
A bit less high-frequency energy usually fixes this, and
you can force the mix in this direction by reducing the
high-frequency output of the monitors by using the –2 dB
position of the switch.
XLR
TRS
RCA
Hot (+)
Cold (–)
Shield (Ground)
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 1
Tip
Ring
Shield Shield
Tip
—
See Appendix B: Connectors for more information on
these connectors.
INPUT
SETTINGS
RCA
XLR
(BALANCED)
HIGH FREQ
FILTER
(UNBALANCED)
INPUT
0
+2dB
–2dB
(NORMAL)
TRS
(BALANCED)
LOW FREQ
FILTER
OFF
MAX
LEVEL
+
+
2dB 4dB
0
(NORMAL)
ON
CAUTION: REPLACE WITH THE SAME FUSE AND RATING.
DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES FOR THE U.S. AND ICES-003, FOR CANADA. OPERATION IS SUBJECT
TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE
MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
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Conversely, if your mixes are consistently too bright,
then adding some additional high-frequency energy in
the monitors satisfies your ears, and the resultant mix
has less HF content.
5. Power Switch
Use this switch to turn on or off the MR5. When the
power switch is turned on and the MR5 is plugged into
an AC outlet, the power LED on the front of the monitor
lights up to let you know the MR5 is ready to go.
It’s a real rush to mix really loud. But remember that
the resulting mix only sounds good when you play it at
least that loud. However strange it may sound, mixes
made at lower levels sound even better when played
loud, perhaps even a bit bigger than life.
6. Mains Input and Fuse
Connect the power cord to this IEC socket securely,
and plug the other end into your AC outlet. Make sure
the AC outlet has the correct voltage indicated next to
the IEC socket.
Get that sound level meter out. Decide what level
you’re going to mix at and use the meter to help keep
you mixing at that level. Your ears will thank you, and
your mixes will be better for it.
The fuse is located behind the fuse cover, at the bot-
tom of the IEC socket. See the “Troubleshooting” section
on page 9 for information about replacing the fuse.
4. LOW FREQ FILTER
The LOW FREQ switch tailors the overall low-frequency
response by +2 dB or +4 dB at 100 Hz.
7. Bass Reflex Port
• For most applications, use the “0 (NORMAL)” setting.
This takes the equalization circuit out of the signal path.
• If you want or need just a little extra low-frequency
output, use the +2 dB setting.
• If you want or need more low-frequency output, use the
+4 dB setting. Remember how things work in reverse,
so boosting the deep bass content on playback may
actually decrease it in the final mix.
A bass reflex system uses the radiation from the rear
of the woofer cone to extend the low-frequency response
of the speaker. The size of the port is carefully designed
with respect to the volume of the cabinet and the
characteristics of the woofer to produce low-frequency
extension.
FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION
8. Power Indicator
The power indicator lights up when the power switch
[5] on the back of the MR5 is turned on and AC power is
available at the mains input [6].
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PROTECTION CIRCUITS
There are several protection mechanisms designed
into the MR5 to safeguard the loudspeakers and ampli-
fiers from inadvertent damage.
Input Signal Wiring
You should use high-quality, shielded cable to connect
the signal source to the SIGNAL INPUT jack [1] on the
MR5.
CAUTION: The protection circuits
are designed to prevent damage to
the loudspeakers under reasonable
and sensible conditions. Should you
choose to ignore the warning signs
• For balanced signals, foil shielded cables, such as
Belden 8451, 8761, or 9501 are commonly used for
studio wiring.
(i.e., excessive distortion), you can still damage the
speakers in the MR5 by overdriving them. Such damage
is beyond the scope of the warranty.
• Microphone cables work well for the XLR input.
• The better the shield, the better the immunity from
externally induced noise (like EMI and RFI). Route the
cable away from AC power cords and outlets. These are
common sources for hum in an audio signal. Wall warts
and line lumps are especially insidious hum inducers!
Overexcursion Protection
A 12 dB/octave high-pass filter at 60 Hz just prior to
the low-frequency amplifier prevents very low frequen-
cies from being amplified. Excessive low-frequency
energy below 60 Hz can damage the woofer by causing it
to “bottom out,” also known as overexcursion, which is
equivalent to a mechanical form of clipping.
You can purchase quality cables from your Mackie
dealer.
In certain home theater applications, it may be necessary
to connect the speaker outputs from a stereo receiver
to the inputs of the MR5, if the receiver doesn’t have
preamp outputs or other line-level output connections.
•
CAUTION: Do not attempt to connect
a speaker output directly to the input
of the MR5! Speaker levels are much
higher than line levels and can damage
the input circuitry in the MR5.
Thermal Protection
All amplifiers produce heat. The MR5 is designed to
be efficient both electrically and thermally.
• If for some reason the heatsink gets too hot, a thermal
You can, however, insert a speaker-level to line-level
switch activates and turns off the amplifier. This protec- signal attenuator between the receiver’s speaker output
tion operates independently for the low-frequency and
high-frequency amplifiers. Therefore, it is possible for
only the low frequency or high frequency amplifier to
shut down while the other remains on.
and the HR624 MK2’s input. Your Mackie dealer may be
able to help you find one, or you can build your own.
• When the heatsink cools down to a safe temperature,
the thermal switch resets and normal operation re-
sumes.
• If the heatsink temperature again gets too hot, the shut-
down process repeats. Should this happen, make sure
that airflow to the rear of the cabinet is not restricted. If
the ambient air temperature is very warm, try pointing
a small fan toward the heatsink to increase the airflow
through the ventilation holes.
CARE AND CLEANING
Your Mackie Reference Studio Monitors will provide
many years of reliable service if you follow these guide-
lines.
• Avoid exposing the monitors to moisture.
• Avoid exposure to extreme cold (below freezing tem-
peratures).
• Use a slightly damp cloth with a mild soap solution
to clean the cabinets. Only do this when the power is
turned off. Avoid getting moisture into any of the ope-
ings of the cabinet, particularly where the drivers are
located.
Integrated Magnetic Shielding
The MR5 contains drivers with large magnetic
structures. The drivers’ magnets are shielded to help
prevent the magnetic field from radiating out into the
environment and playing havoc with computer monitors
or TV screens. Unshielded speakers can cause distortion
in both the shape and color of the picture if placed too
close to a CRT (cathode ray tube). If you have a particu-
larly sensitive computer monitor or TV screen, it may be
necessary to move the speakers a few inches away.
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Appendix A: SERVICE INFO
If you think your Mackie product has a problem,
please check out the following troubleshooting tips and
No Sound
• Is the power indicator [8] on the front panel illumi-
nated? If not, refer to “No Power” above.
• Is the INPUT LEVEL [2] control turned up?
• Is the signal source turned up? Make sure the signal level
from the mixing console (or whatever device immedi-
ately precedes the studio monitor) is high enough to
produce sound.
do your best to confirm the problem. Visit the Support
section of our website (www.mackie.com/support)
where you will find lots of useful information such as
FAQs, documentation, and user forums. You may find
the answer to the problem without having to send your
Mackie product away.
• If it’s a stereo pair, try switching them around. For
example, if a left output is presumed dead, switch the
left and right cords at the monitor end. If the problem
switches sides, it’s not the monitor. It could be a bad
cable, or no signal from the mixer.
Troubleshooting
No Power
• Our favorite question: Is it plugged in?
• Make sure the power cord is securely seated in the IEC
socket [6] and plugged all the way into the AC outlet.
• Make sure the AC outlet is live (check with a tester or
lamp).
• Is the power [5] switch on the rear panel in the ON
position?
• Is the power indicator [8] on the front panel illumi-
nated? If not, make sure the AC outlet is live. If so, refer
to “No Sound” below.
Bad Sound
•
Is the input connector plugged completely into the jack?
If using a 1⁄4" plug, make sure it is plugged all the way in.
• Is it loud and distorted? Reduce the signal level at the
mixer.
• If possible, listen to the signal source with headphones
plugged into the preamp stage. If it sounds bad there,
it’s not the monitor.
• Too much bass or not enough bass? Move around the
room and see if the bass response changes. It’s possible
your listening position coincides with a room mode
where the low frequencies either become exaggerated
or nulled. If so, try moving the monitors to a different
position, or moving your listening position.
• If the power indicator is not illuminated, and you are
certain that the AC outlet is live, it is possible the fuse
has blown.
To remove and replace the fuse:
1. Disconnect the power cord from the IEC socket.
2. Remove the fuse drawer by prying it open with a
Noise/Hum/Buzz
small screwdriver. It will slide all the way out.
•
Check the signal cable between the mixer and the
monitor. Make sure all connections are secure. These
problems usually produce crackling noises, hum, or buzz.
•
If connecting an unbalanced output to the MR5 balanced
input, make sure the shield is connected to the unbalanced
ground of the source and to pins 1 and 3 of the XLR.
• If a CATV cable is connected to the system, try discon-
necting it. If the hum goes away, call your cable carrier
to check for proper grounding of the cable.
• Make sure the signal cable is not routed near AC cables,
power transformers, or other EMI sources (including
wall warts and line lumps!). These sources usually
produce hum.
FUSE
3. Remove the fuse and replace it with an equivalent-
type fuse.
• Is there a light dimmer or other triac-based device on
the same AC circuit as the monitor? Dimmers cause
buzzing noises. Use an AC line filter or plug the monitor
into a different AC circuit.
• Excessive hiss is an indication of an incorrect gain set-
ting somewhere before the speaker.
115 VAC unit: 1.6 amp slo-blo (T 1.6 A H/250V)
230 VAC unit: 800 milliamp slo-blo (T 800 mA H/250V)
4. Replace the fuse drawer by pushing it all the way
back into the IEC socket.
If two fuses blow in a row, then something is very wrong.
See the “Repair” section on the next page to find out
how to proceed.
• If possible, listen to the signal source with headphones
plugged in. If it sounds noisy there, it’s not the monitor.
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Repair
For warranty repair or replacement, refer to the war-
ranty information on page 15.
Non-warranty repair for Mackie products is avail-
able at a factory-authorized service center. To locate
“Support” and select “Locate a Service Center.” Service
for Mackie products living outside the United States can
be obtained through local dealers or distributors.
If you do not have access to our website, you can call
our Tech Support department at 1-800-898-3211, Monday-
Friday, 7 am to 5 pm Pacific Time, to explain the problem.
Tech Support will tell you where the nearest factory-
authorized service center is located in your area.
Need help with your new MR5?
•
FAQs, manuals, addendums, and user forums.
•
•
Email us at: [email protected].
Telephone 1-800-898-3211 to speak with one of our splendid
technical support representatives, (Monday through Friday,
from 7 am to 5 pm PST).
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Appendix B: CONNECTORS
XLR Connectors
1/4" TS Phone Plugs and Jacks
XLR connectors are used to make balanced connec-
tions to the MR5. They are wired as follows, according
to standards specified by the AES (Audio Engineering
Society).
“TS” stands for Tip-Sleeve, the two connections avail-
able on a mono 1/4" phone jack or plug. They are used
for unbalanced signals. It is okay to connect an unbal-
anced 1/4" phone plug into the 1/4" TRS phone jack on
the MR5.
2
SHIELD
HOT
SLEEVE
SLEEVE
TIP
1
3
COLD
TIP
SHIELD
1
TIP
SLEEVE
3
COLD
2
HOT
SHIELD
COLD
HOT
1/4" TS Unbalanced Wiring:
Sleeve = Shield
Tip = Hot (+)
1
3
2
XLR Balanced Wiring
Pin 1 = Shield
Pin 2 = Hot (+)
Pin 3 = Cold (–)
RCA Plugs and Jacks
RCA-type plugs (also known as phono plugs) and
jacks are often used in home stereo and video equip-
ment and in many other applications. They are unbal-
anced and electrically equivalent to a 1/4" TS phone
plug.
1/4" TRS Phone Plugs and
Jacks
TIP
SLEEVE TIP SLEEVE
“TRS” stands for Tip-Ring-Sleeve, the three connec-
tions available on a stereo 1/4" or balanced phone jack
or plug. TRS jacks and plugs are used to make balanced
connections to the MR5.
RCA Unbalanced Wiring:
Sleeve = Shield
Tip = Hot
RING SLEEVE
SLEEVE RING TIP
TIP
RING
TIP
SLEEVE
1/4" TRS Balanced wiring:
Sleeve = Shield
Tip = Hot (+)
Ring = Cold (–)
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Appendix C: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
MR5 Specifications
Acoustic Performance
Equalization
Free Field Frequency Response:
Low Frequency EQ:
+2 dB/+4 dB @ 100 Hz, shelving
2 dB @ 5 kHz, shelving
60 Hz – 20 kHz ( 3 dB)
High Frequency EQ:
Lower Cutoff Frequency:
Upper Cutoff Frequency:
–3 dB @ 60 Hz
–3 dB @ 22 kHz
AC Power Requirements
US:
120 VAC, 60 Hz
240 VAC, 50 Hz
Sound Pressure Level @ 1 meter, +4 dBu into Balanced Input:
100 dB SPL @ 1m
Europe:
Korea:
Japan:
220 VAC, 60 Hz
Maximum SPL Per Pair:
113 dB SPL @ 1m
100 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Note: The MR5 does not support multiple voltage configura-
tions. Make sure the voltage rating for your particular model
(as indicated on the rear panel near the IEC socket) corre-
sponds with your local AC mains voltage.
Transducers
Low Frequency:
5.25 in/133 mm with steel frame,
blue polypropylene cone woofer
with rubber surround
AC Connector:
Fuse:
3-pin IEC 250 VAC, 16 A male
High Frequency:
Wave guide loaded 1 in/25 mm silk
dome tweeter
115 VAC: T 1.6AL/250 V
230 VAC: T 800 mA/250 V
Amplifiers
Low Frequency Power:
Power Consumption:
75 watts with music, loud mix
10 watts quiescent (idle)
55 watts, 4 ohm load,
85 watts peak
High Frequency Power:
30 watts, 4 ohm load,
50 watts peak
Physical Dimensions and Weight
Enclosure:
0.625 in/16 mm thick MDF with
0.750 in/19 mm MDF front panel
Slew Rate:
> 15 V/µs
Distortion (THD, SMPTE IMD, DIM 100):
< 0.035%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Damping:
Adiabatic foam
Dimensions:
Height:
11.25 in/286 mm
11.50 in/292 mm including top of
waveguide
7.75 in/197 mm
10.50 in/266 mm
14.3 lb/6.5 kg
Low Frequency: > 101 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz,
unweighted, referenced to 55 watts into 4 ohms
High Frequency: > 93 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz,
unweighted, referenced to 30 watts into 4 ohms
Width:
Depth:
Weight:
Type:
Monolithic IC, Class AB with
DMOS power stage
Electronic Crossover
Crossover Type:
24 dB/octave
Disclaimer
Crossover Frequency:
Sensitivity:
4 kHz
LOUD Technologies is always striving to improve our products
by incorporating new and improved materials, components and
manufacturing methods. Therefore, we reserve the right to
change these specifications at any time without notice.
+4 dBu at 300 Hz for full output
Input Impedance:
20 kΩ, balanced bridging;
10 kΩ unbalanced
7.75" (197 mm)
10.50" (266 mm)
MR5
WEIGHT
14.3 lb
(6.5 kg)
11.50"
11.25"
(292 mm)
(286 mm)
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MR5 Block Diagram
+HI VDC
RCA
UNBALANCED
LINE INPUT
HI-FREQUENCY
DRIVER
HI-FREQUENCY
POWERAMPLIFIER
HIGH FREQ
CROSSOVER
+2 dB
0
–2 dB
HI-FREQ
LO-FREQ
XLR
BALANCED
LINE INPUT
2
3
TWEET
1
INPUT LEVEL
1/4"
UNBALANCED
LINE INPUT
–HI VDC
+HI VDC
DARK SIDE
OF THE MOON
LO-FREQUENCY
POWERAMPLIFIER
LO-FREQUENCY
DRIVER
OVEREXCURSION
LOW FREQ
PROTECT
+4 dB
+2 dB
0
WOOF
60 Hz
–HI VDC
POWER
FUSE
POWER
LED
+
HI VDC
–
+
TOROIDAL POWER
TRANSFORMER
LO VDC
MACKIE
MR5
BLOCK DIAGRAM
08.29.07
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The following are trademarks or registered trade-
marks of LOUD Technologies Inc.: The Mackie logo, MR
Series, Zero Edge Baffle, and the Running Man.
This manual also contains names and marks of other
companies which belong to those respective companies,
and are hereby acknowledged.
©2007 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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DESIGNED BY MACKOIDS IN WOODINVILLE, WA, USA MANUFACTURED IN CHINA
• FABRIQUE EN CHINE COPYRIGHT©2007 • "MACKIE" AND THE RUNNING MAN
FIGURE ARE TRADEMARKS OF LOUD TECHNOLOGIES, INC. • PATENT PENDING.
CAUTION!
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
SERIAL / DATE CODE
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
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INPUT
SETTINGS
RCA
XLR
(BALANCED)
HIGH FREQ
FILTER
(UNBALANCED)
INPUT
0
+2dB
–2dB
(NORMAL)
TRS
(BALANCED)
LOW FREQ
FILTER
OFF
MAX
LEVEL
+
+
2dB 4dB
0
(NORMAL)
ON
CAUTION: REPLACE WITH THE SAME FUSE AND RATING.
DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES FOR THE U.S. AND ICES-003, FOR CANADA. OPERATION IS SUBJECT
TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE
MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
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MR5
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MR5 Limited Warranty
Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the Service Request Number
is plainly written on the shipping carton. No receipt, no
warranty service.
A. LOUD Technologies Inc. warrants all materials,
workmanship and proper operation of this product for a period
of one year from the original date of purchase. You may
purchase an additional 24-month Extended Warranty (for a
total of 36 months of coverage). Visit our website and follow
the “Product Registration” links for details (www.mackie.com).
If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship or
if the product fails to function properly during the applicable
warranty period, LOUD Technologies, at its option, will repair
or replace the product. This warranty applies only to equipment
sold and delivered within the U.S. and Canada by LOUD
Technologies Inc. or its authorized dealers.
E. LOUD Technologies reserves the right to inspect any
products that may be the subject of any warranty claims before
repair or replacement is carried out. LOUD Technologies may,
at our option, require proof of the original date of purchase in
the form of a dated copy of the original dealer’s invoice or sales
receipt. Final determination of warranty coverage lies solely
with LOUD Technologies.
F. Any products returned to one of the LOUD Technologies
factory-authorized service centers, and deemed eligible
for repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty
will be repaired or replaced. LOUD Technologies and its
authorized service centers may use refurbished parts for repair
or replacement of any product. Products returned to LOUD
Technologies that do not meet the terms of this Warranty
will not be repaired unless payment is received for labor,
materials, return freight, and insurance. Products repaired
under warranty will be returned freight prepaid by LOUD
Technologies to any location within the boundaries of the USA
or Canada.
B. For faster processing (not to mention a free gift), register
online or mail in the product registration card.
C. Unauthorized service, repairs, or modification of Mackie
products will void this warranty. To obtain repairs or
replacement under warranty, you must have a copy of your
sales receipt from the authorized Mackie dealer where you
purchased the product. It is necessary to establish purchase
date and determine whether your Mackie product is within
the warranty period.
D. To obtain warranty repair or replacement:
G. LOUD Technologies warrants all repairs performed
for 90 days or for the remainder of the warranty period.
This warranty does not extend to damage resulting from
improper installation, misuse, neglect or abuse, or to exterior
appearance. This warranty is recognized only if the inspection
seals and serial number on the unit have not been defaced or
removed.
1. Call Mackie Technical Support at 800/898-3211, 7
AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday (Pacific Time) to get
authorization for repair or replacement. Alternately, go to
the Mackie website, click “Support” (www.mackie.com/
support), and follow the instructions for reporting a warranty
issue and submitting a request for an advance replacement.
2. Advance Replacement: Mackie will ship a replacement
unit to you along with an invoice for the suggested
retail price of the replacement unit. You must return the
defective unit immediately to cancel the invoice. If you do
not return the defective unit within 30 days, you must pay
the full amount stated in the invoice to satisfy your debt.
H. LOUD Technologies assumes no responsibility for the
timeliness of repairs performed by an authorized service
center.
I. This warranty is extended to the original purchaser. This
warranty may be transferred to anyone who may subsequently
purchase this product within the applicable warranty period
for a nominal fee. A copy of the original sales receipt is
required to obtain warranty repairs or replacement.
3. Repair: When you call Mackie Technical Support, explain
the problem and obtain a Service Request Number. Have
your Mackie product’s serial number ready. You must have
a Service Request Number before you can obtain factory-
authorized service.
J. This is your sole warranty. LOUD Technologies does not
authorize any third party, including any dealer or sales
representative, to assume any liability on behalf of LOUD
Technologies or to make any warranty for LOUD Technologies
Inc.
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Pack the product in its original shipping carton. Also
include a note explaining exactly how to duplicate the
problem, a copy of the sales receipt with price and date
showing, your daytime phone number and return street
address (no P.O. boxes or route numbers, please!), and the
Service Request Number. If we cannot duplicate the problem
or establish the starting date of your Limited Warranty, we
may, at our option, charge for service time and parts.
K. THE WARRANTY GIVEN ON THIS PAGE IS THE SOLE
WARRANTY GIVEN BY LOUD TECHNOLOGIES INC.
AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
AND IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. THE WARRANTY GIVEN ON THIS PAGE SHALL BE
STRICTLY LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE
DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE FROM AN AUTHORIZED
MACKIE DEALER. UPON EXPIRATION OF THE APPLICABLE
WARRANTY PERIOD, LOUD TECHNOLOGIES INC. SHALL
HAVE NO FURTHER WARRANTY OBLIGATION OF ANY
KIND. LOUD TECHNOLOGIES INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT IN THE
MACKIE PRODUCT OR ANY WARRANTY CLAIM. Some states
do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental, special, or
consequential damages or a limitation on how long warranties
last, so some of the above limitations and exclusions may not
apply to you. This warranty provides specific legal rights and
you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
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Ship the product in its original shipping carton, freight
prepaid to the authorized service center. Write the Service
Request Number in BIG PRINT on top of the box. The
address of your closest authorized service center will be
given to you by Technical Support, or it may be obtained
from our website. Once it’s repaired, the authorized service
center will ship it back by ground shipping, pre-paid (if it
qualified as a warranty repair).
Note: Under the terms of the warranty, you must ship or drop-
off the unit to an authorized service center. The return ground
shipment is covered for those units deemed by us to be under
warranty.
Note: You must have a sales receipt from an authorized
Mackie dealer for your unit to be considered for warranty
repair.
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