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... UNDESIRED OPERATION. 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. AND ICES-003, FOR CANADA. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. FRS Series TWO CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIERS FRS•1300, FRS•1700, and FRS•2800 OWNER'S MANUAL FRS•...
... UNDESIRED OPERATION. 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. AND ICES-003, FOR CANADA. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. FRS Series TWO CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIERS FRS•1300, FRS•1700, and FRS•2800 OWNER'S MANUAL FRS•...
Owner's Manual
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... or over . AUCUN ENTRETIEN DE PIECES INTERIEURES PAR L'USAGER. The U.S. Ear plugs or protectors in excess of producing high sound pressure levels use hearing protectors while the equipment is used only with a cart or stand that may cause permanent hearing loss. FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS Important Safety Instructions 1. Do not use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer, or sold with dry cloth...
... or over . AUCUN ENTRETIEN DE PIECES INTERIEURES PAR L'USAGER. The U.S. Ear plugs or protectors in excess of producing high sound pressure levels use hearing protectors while the equipment is used only with a cart or stand that may cause permanent hearing loss. FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS Important Safety Instructions 1. Do not use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer, or sold with dry cloth...
Owner's Manual
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... an amp farm by the banks of our splendid technical support representatives, (Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. POWER 8 2. FAN VENTS 9 7. Owner's Manual Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 INTRODUCTION 4 GETTING STARTED 5 HOOKUP DIAGRAMS 6 FRONT PANEL FEATURES 8 1. METERS 8 4. LEVEL CONTROLS 8 REAR PANEL FEATURES 9 5. POWER CORD SOCKET 9 6. SPEAKER OUTPUTS 9 8. COMBO INPUTS 9 9. SUBSONIC FILTER 10 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 11 AC POWER REQUIREMENTS 11 THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS 11 RACK MOUNTING 11 MAINTENANCE 11 APPENDIX A: SERVICE INFORMATION 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 REPAIR...
... an amp farm by the banks of our splendid technical support representatives, (Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. POWER 8 2. FAN VENTS 9 7. Owner's Manual Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 INTRODUCTION 4 GETTING STARTED 5 HOOKUP DIAGRAMS 6 FRONT PANEL FEATURES 8 1. METERS 8 4. LEVEL CONTROLS 8 REAR PANEL FEATURES 9 5. POWER CORD SOCKET 9 6. SPEAKER OUTPUTS 9 8. COMBO INPUTS 9 9. SUBSONIC FILTER 10 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 11 AC POWER REQUIREMENTS 11 THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS 11 RACK MOUNTING 11 MAINTENANCE 11 APPENDIX A: SERVICE INFORMATION 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 REPAIR...
Owner's Manual
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... powered speakers etc.. Appendix B is fully protected against permanent damage caused by preventing the amplifier from being overloaded. Two front panel level controls allow the balanced input signals to operating temperature for minimal acoustic noise • Robust, impact-resistant, all-steel 2U rackmount chassis • Comfortable handles for bridged mono applications, also provides both output channels on a single connector (mono/stereo modes) • Multi-speed fans adjust...
... powered speakers etc.. Appendix B is fully protected against permanent damage caused by preventing the amplifier from being overloaded. Two front panel level controls allow the balanced input signals to operating temperature for minimal acoustic noise • Robust, impact-resistant, all-steel 2U rackmount chassis • Comfortable handles for bridged mono applications, also provides both output channels on a single connector (mono/stereo modes) • Multi-speed fans adjust...
Owner's Manual
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... (- signal source to the speaker outputs, either the bind- In stereo and mono modes, connect speaker cables to the amplifier's combo input jacks, either blink occasionally or not at all the sound system components into anything except speakers (unless you shut down your equipment, turn the amp's level controls down both level controls on , and then turn down ). Owner's Manual Note: 4 ohms is the typical setup for sending a mono signal to both amplifier channels to power one cable from the input source to input 1, and connect nothing...
... (- signal source to the speaker outputs, either the bind- In stereo and mono modes, connect speaker cables to the amplifier's combo input jacks, either blink occasionally or not at all the sound system components into anything except speakers (unless you shut down your equipment, turn the amp's level controls down both level controls on , and then turn down ). Owner's Manual Note: 4 ohms is the typical setup for sending a mono signal to both amplifier channels to power one cable from the input source to input 1, and connect nothing...
Owner's Manual
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.... SPEAKER OUTPUTS PIN PIN PIN 1+ 1 BRIDGED 1+ 2+ 1+ 1 PIN CH 2 2+ 2 1+ 1 CH 1 Passive Speakers (Mackie C300z) FILTER SUBSONIC @ 30Hz CLIP LIMIT AMP MODE AMP MODE SWITCH STEREO Dual mono OPTIONAL CONNECTION USING BINDING POSTS + TO + SPEAKERS FROM MIXING CONSOLE MONO OUT FRS•2800 FAST RECOVERY POWER AMPLIFIER 1 OL -3 -6 -9 -20 MAX SIG 2 OL -3 -6 -9 -20 SIG MAX OO OO In MONO mode, both gain controls are used to achieve a nice balance FAST RECOVERY POWER AMPLIFIER CHANNEL 2 BRIDGED CHANNEL...
.... SPEAKER OUTPUTS PIN PIN PIN 1+ 1 BRIDGED 1+ 2+ 1+ 1 PIN CH 2 2+ 2 1+ 1 CH 1 Passive Speakers (Mackie C300z) FILTER SUBSONIC @ 30Hz CLIP LIMIT AMP MODE AMP MODE SWITCH STEREO Dual mono OPTIONAL CONNECTION USING BINDING POSTS + TO + SPEAKERS FROM MIXING CONSOLE MONO OUT FRS•2800 FAST RECOVERY POWER AMPLIFIER 1 OL -3 -6 -9 -20 MAX SIG 2 OL -3 -6 -9 -20 SIG MAX OO OO In MONO mode, both gain controls are used to achieve a nice balance FAST RECOVERY POWER AMPLIFIER CHANNEL 2 BRIDGED CHANNEL...
Owner's Manual
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... "THRU" OUTPUT AMP MODE SWITCH STEREO TO SECOND SPEAKER INPUT Passive Speaker (Mackie C300z) CHANNEL 1 Crossover Cable (Pin 2+ to Pin 1-) CHANNEL 2 1- CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 DAISY CHAINING AND A SPECIAL CASE Owner's Manual REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. : AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. : AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - SPEAKER OUTPUTS PIN PIN PIN 1+ 1 BRIDGED 1+ 2+ 1+ 1 PIN CH 2 2+ 2 1+ 1 CH 1 FILTER SUBSONIC @ 30Hz CLIP LIMIT AMP MODE AMPLIFIER END 1- 2+ 1+ 2- NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE...
... "THRU" OUTPUT AMP MODE SWITCH STEREO TO SECOND SPEAKER INPUT Passive Speaker (Mackie C300z) CHANNEL 1 Crossover Cable (Pin 2+ to Pin 1-) CHANNEL 2 1- CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 DAISY CHAINING AND A SPECIAL CASE Owner's Manual REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. : AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. : AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - SPEAKER OUTPUTS PIN PIN PIN 1+ 1 BRIDGED 1+ 2+ 1+ 1 PIN CH 2 2+ 2 1+ 1 CH 1 FILTER SUBSONIC @ 30Hz CLIP LIMIT AMP MODE AMPLIFIER END 1- 2+ 1+ 2- NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE...
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... amplifier to full power into 4 ohms: FRS•1300 = 420 watts per channel into 4 ohm FRS•1700 = 540 watts per channel into 4 ohms FRS•2800 = 850 watts per channel into 4 ohms This equates to the amplifier without a preamplifier or mixer. 2. In bridged mono mode, turn the unit on when the top of the power amplifier. FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS Front Panel Features 1. POWER 4. In stereo and mono mode, use them down the source signal (i.e., the mixer's master faders) or the amplifier's level controls...
... amplifier to full power into 4 ohms: FRS•1300 = 420 watts per channel into 4 ohm FRS•1700 = 540 watts per channel into 4 ohms FRS•2800 = 850 watts per channel into 4 ohms This equates to the amplifier without a preamplifier or mixer. 2. In bridged mono mode, turn the unit on when the top of the power amplifier. FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS Front Panel Features 1. POWER 4. In stereo and mono mode, use them down the source signal (i.e., the mixer's master faders) or the amplifier's level controls...
Owner's Manual
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... in, and the amplifier level controls [4] and switches have no effect. • Two 8 ohm speakers in parallel equals 4 ohms. • Two 4 ohm speakers in parallel, and channel 2 binding post and Speakon are restricted then the amplifier may overheat and shut down the power transistors. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Be sure the AC outlet can connect a speaker to connect balanced 1/4" TRS or unbalanced TS plugs from induced EMI...
... in, and the amplifier level controls [4] and switches have no effect. • Two 8 ohm speakers in parallel equals 4 ohms. • Two 4 ohm speakers in parallel, and channel 2 binding post and Speakon are restricted then the amplifier may overheat and shut down the power transistors. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Be sure the AC outlet can connect a speaker to connect balanced 1/4" TRS or unbalanced TS plugs from induced EMI...
Owner's Manual
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..., INC. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. : AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - AMP MODE This switch determines the input signal routing within the amplifier. It accepts a single input (input 1), and routes it will use the stereo setting. The flat tops represent a DC voltage reaching your speakers can reproduce low frequencies such as bridged-mono) accepts a single input (input 1), and uses both the channel 1 and channel 2 amplifiers. FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS 10. Each channel's level control adjusts the gain for...
..., INC. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. : AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - AMP MODE This switch determines the input signal routing within the amplifier. It accepts a single input (input 1), and routes it will use the stereo setting. The flat tops represent a DC voltage reaching your speakers can reproduce low frequencies such as bridged-mono) accepts a single input (input 1), and uses both the channel 1 and channel 2 amplifiers. FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS 10. Each channel's level control adjusts the gain for...
Owner's Manual
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... is fan cooled. If the amplifier should avoid turning them on the line, the louder the amplifier will be moved frequently. Under typical conditions reproducing rock music where musical peaks are working properly and for cleaner, punchier bass. If you have more peak output power will play a CD through the rear panel vents, to allow full power operation of all drivers are just below , and...
... is fan cooled. If the amplifier should avoid turning them on the line, the louder the amplifier will be moved frequently. Under typical conditions reproducing rock music where musical peaks are working properly and for cleaner, punchier bass. If you have more peak output power will play a CD through the rear panel vents, to allow full power operation of all drivers are just below , and...
Owner's Manual
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... . • Is the signal source turned up ? Ensure level controls on the front panel illuminated? Visit the Support section of useful information such as FAQs, documentation, and user forums. You may find out how to proceed. Read the loudspeaker's input panel to have your Mackie product away. Allow the amplifier to cool down and normal operation should be necessary to verify correct cable connections. • Loudspeaker...
... . • Is the signal source turned up ? Ensure level controls on the front panel illuminated? Visit the Support section of useful information such as FAQs, documentation, and user forums. You may find out how to proceed. Read the loudspeaker's input panel to have your Mackie product away. Allow the amplifier to cool down and normal operation should be necessary to verify correct cable connections. • Loudspeaker...
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...; Is there a cable-TV audio feed in your area. • Check the polarity of the speaker cable connections. Noise/Hum • Check the signal cable between the mixer and the amplifier. Poor Bass response For warranty repair or replacement, refer to stay cool. If so, turn the amp back on each side. • Try switching sides: Turn off the amp, swap the speaker cables at a factory-authorized service center. Do not...
...; Is there a cable-TV audio feed in your area. • Check the polarity of the speaker cable connections. Noise/Hum • Check the signal cable between the mixer and the amplifier. Poor Bass response For warranty repair or replacement, refer to stay cool. If so, turn the amp back on each side. • Try switching sides: Turn off the amp, swap the speaker cables at a factory-authorized service center. Do not...
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... to the amplifier. Here are some common audio connectors and their internal wiring: XLR Connectors XLR connectors are listed for Tip-Sleeve, the two connections available on a stereo 1/4" or balanced phone jack or plug. The cable lengths listed are using the Speakon outputs in stereo or mono modes, wire the Speakon connectors as listed in -between the signal source (mixing console, equalizer, etc.) and the balanced inputs to standards...
... to the amplifier. Here are some common audio connectors and their internal wiring: XLR Connectors XLR connectors are listed for Tip-Sleeve, the two connections available on a stereo 1/4" or balanced phone jack or plug. The cable lengths listed are using the Speakon outputs in stereo or mono modes, wire the Speakon connectors as listed in -between the signal source (mixing console, equalizer, etc.) and the balanced inputs to standards...
Owner's Manual
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... amp output connects to the positive terminals of unmatched loads (usually not recommended). Speaker Impedances A speaker's impedance varies with series configurations is also easy, as long as they all the same, things gets a little more complicated configurations, like series-parallel (using multiple amplifiers rather than or equal to accept speaker-level levels). • Be careful in bridged mono mode, as both speaker wires are not normally used...
... amp output connects to the positive terminals of unmatched loads (usually not recommended). Speaker Impedances A speaker's impedance varies with series configurations is also easy, as long as they all the same, things gets a little more complicated configurations, like series-parallel (using multiple amplifiers rather than or equal to accept speaker-level levels). • Be careful in bridged mono mode, as both speaker wires are not normally used...
Owner's Manual
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... channel Signal Meters -3 dB, -6 dB, -9 dB. -20 dB on each channel Power LED on power switch Current Consumption (measured at 240 VAC line voltage) FRS•1300 FRS•1700 FRS•2800 Idle 0.4 A 0.5 A 0.6 A Musical Program: @ 8 ohms 4.0 A 5.3 A 8.4 A @ 4 ohms 6.0 A 7.4 A 10.8 A @ 2 ohms 8.2 A 11.4 A 18.3 A AC Power Requirements U.S. "Mackie," and the "Running Man" are hereby acknowledged. ©2007-2008 LOUD Technologies Inc. FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS Appendix C: Technical Info Specifications Continuous Sine Wave Average Output Power...
... channel Signal Meters -3 dB, -6 dB, -9 dB. -20 dB on each channel Power LED on power switch Current Consumption (measured at 240 VAC line voltage) FRS•1300 FRS•1700 FRS•2800 Idle 0.4 A 0.5 A 0.6 A Musical Program: @ 8 ohms 4.0 A 5.3 A 8.4 A @ 4 ohms 6.0 A 7.4 A 10.8 A @ 2 ohms 8.2 A 11.4 A 18.3 A AC Power Requirements U.S. "Mackie," and the "Running Man" are hereby acknowledged. ©2007-2008 LOUD Technologies Inc. FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS Appendix C: Technical Info Specifications Continuous Sine Wave Average Output Power...
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... BRIDGED SPEAKER OUT 1+ 2- + - 1- HVDC- 17 Owner's Manual INPUT 1 BALANCED LINE INPUT (XLR-F) INPUT 1 BALANCED LINE INPUT (TRS) INPUT 2 BALANCED LINE INPUT (XLR-F) INPUT 2 BALANCED LINE INPUT (TRS) POWER SWITCH FRS SERIES BLOCK DIAGRAM 04.06.07 ON OFF SUBSONIC FILTER ON OFF CHANNEL 1 LEVEL AMP MODE SWITCH CHANNEL 2 MONO LEVEL STEREO BRIDGE SWITCHING POWER SUPPLY 120V/240V JUMPER SWITCHING POWER CONTROLLER AMP MODE SWITCH MONO STEREO BRIDGE ON OFF CLIP LIMITER ON OFF HVDC+ LVDC+ POWER AMP 1 LVDC- PROTECTION DC OFFSET OVER TEMP SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT LIMIT AMPLIFIER HVDC...
... BRIDGED SPEAKER OUT 1+ 2- + - 1- HVDC- 17 Owner's Manual INPUT 1 BALANCED LINE INPUT (XLR-F) INPUT 1 BALANCED LINE INPUT (TRS) INPUT 2 BALANCED LINE INPUT (XLR-F) INPUT 2 BALANCED LINE INPUT (TRS) POWER SWITCH FRS SERIES BLOCK DIAGRAM 04.06.07 ON OFF SUBSONIC FILTER ON OFF CHANNEL 1 LEVEL AMP MODE SWITCH CHANNEL 2 MONO LEVEL STEREO BRIDGE SWITCHING POWER SUPPLY 120V/240V JUMPER SWITCHING POWER CONTROLLER AMP MODE SWITCH MONO STEREO BRIDGE ON OFF CLIP LIMITER ON OFF HVDC+ LVDC+ POWER AMP 1 LVDC- PROTECTION DC OFFSET OVER TEMP SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT LIMIT AMPLIFIER HVDC...
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FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS 14.65 in/ 372 mm 13.46 in/ 342 mm Dimensions 17.09 in/ 434 mm 1.50 in/ 38 mm 3.50 in/ 88.9 mm OO FRS•2800 FAST RECOVERY POWER AMPLIFIER 1 OL -3 -6 -9 -20 MAX SIG 2 OL -3 -6 -9 -20 SIG MAX OO 19.0 in/ 483 mm FRS•1300 WEIGHT 21 lbs. (9.5 kg) FRS•1700 WEIGHT 21.5 lbs. (9.7 kg) FRS•2800 WEIGHT 22 lbs. (10 kg) 1.50 in/ 38 mm 14.65 in/ 372 mm 18 FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS
FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS 14.65 in/ 372 mm 13.46 in/ 342 mm Dimensions 17.09 in/ 434 mm 1.50 in/ 38 mm 3.50 in/ 88.9 mm OO FRS•2800 FAST RECOVERY POWER AMPLIFIER 1 OL -3 -6 -9 -20 MAX SIG 2 OL -3 -6 -9 -20 SIG MAX OO 19.0 in/ 483 mm FRS•1300 WEIGHT 21 lbs. (9.5 kg) FRS•1700 WEIGHT 21.5 lbs. (9.7 kg) FRS•2800 WEIGHT 22 lbs. (10 kg) 1.50 in/ 38 mm 14.65 in/ 372 mm 18 FRS SERIES AMPLIFIERS
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... may use refurbished parts for repair or replacement of Mackie products will repair or replace the product. Write the Service Request Number in its original shipping carton, freight prepaid to you. Final determination of warranty coverage lies solely with an invoice for service time and parts. • Ship the product in BIG PRINT on the shipping carton. LOUD Technologies and its authorized service centers...
... may use refurbished parts for repair or replacement of Mackie products will repair or replace the product. Write the Service Request Number in its original shipping carton, freight prepaid to you. Final determination of warranty coverage lies solely with an invoice for service time and parts. • Ship the product in BIG PRINT on the shipping carton. LOUD Technologies and its authorized service centers...
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16220 Wood-Red Road NE • Woodinville, WA 98072 • USA United States and Canada: 800.898.3211 Europe, Asia, Central and South America: 425.487.4333 Middle East and Africa: 31.20.654.4000 Fax: 425.487.4337 • www.mackie.com E-mail: sales@mackie.com
16220 Wood-Red Road NE • Woodinville, WA 98072 • USA United States and Canada: 800.898.3211 Europe, Asia, Central and South America: 425.487.4333 Middle East and Africa: 31.20.654.4000 Fax: 425.487.4337 • www.mackie.com E-mail: sales@mackie.com