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CREATIVE REFERENCE POWERED STUDIO MONITORS WITH BLUETOOTH®

OWNER’S MANUAL

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Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

8. Minimum distance (5 cm) around the apparatus for sucient ventilation. The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

9. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

10. No naked ﬂame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

11. The equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment. The equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

AVISRELATIFS À L’EXPOSITION RF – Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition au rayonnement ISED établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé à une distance minimale de 20 cm entre le radiateur et votre corps.

12. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

13. Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁed by the manufacturer.

14. 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.

15. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of ﬁre or electric shock.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO NOT OPEN!

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 uninsulated “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 intended to alert the user of the prescence of important operating and maintaining (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

19. 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.

20. The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, so the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

21. Explanation of symbol, marking, signal lamp or similar means indicates that the apparatus is completely disconnected from the mains.

22. WARNING: Please refer to the information on exterior bottom enclosure for electrical and safety information before installing or operating the apparatus.

23. The maximum ambient temperature during use of the appliance must not exceed 10–50˚ C // 50–122˚ F.

PORTABLE CART

WARNING

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 will contribute to the eective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop o your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city oce, waste authority, or your household waste disposal service.

24. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in 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 a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Changes or modiﬁcations to this device not expressly approved by LOUD Audio,

LLC. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.

25. This apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)

ATTENTION

— Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant las limites applicables aux appareils numériques de class A/de class B (selon le cas) prescrites dans le réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par les ministere des communications du Canada.

26. This equipment is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance.

27. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada’s

28. RF Power: <10dBm

29. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss.

According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these permissible limits could result

It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth.

license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subjected 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.

Bluetooth Version: 5.0 Bluetooth frequency range: 2402 – 2480 MHz

Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to suciently 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.

in some hearing loss. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels use hearing protectors while the equipment is in operation. Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating the equipment in order to prevent permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits set forth here:

Duration, per day in hours

Sound Level dBA, Slow Response

Typical Example

8 90 Duo in small club 6 92

4 95 Subway Train 3 97

2 100 Very loud classical music

1.5 102 1 105 Ty screaming at Troy about deadlines

0.5 110

0.25 or less 115 Loudest parts at a rock concert

WARNING — To reduce the risk of ﬁre or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

CAUTION – These servicing instructions are for use by qualiﬁed service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualiﬁed to do so.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................................................2

Table of Contents ......................................................................................................................................................................................3

Chapter  : Welcome ..................................................................................................................................................................................5

Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................................................5

Features ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5

Things to Remember .................................................................................................................................................................................6

About This Guide .......................................................................................................................................................................................6

Getting Started ..........................................................................................................................................................................................6

Chapter 2 : CR3.5BT, CR4.5BT, CR5BT, and CR8BT Rear Panel Features ......................................................................................7

Power Connector .......................................................................................................................................................................................7

Power Switch..............................................................................................................................................................................................7

Input Jacks .................................................................................................................................................................................................8

Location Switch .........................................................................................................................................................................................9

Powered Speaker Position Select Switch .............................................................................................................................................9

Wire Terminals (±) ...................................................................................................................................................................................9

Custom-Tuned Rear Port ........................................................................................................................................................................10

Chapter 3 : CR3.5BT, CR4.5BT, CR5BT, and CR8BT Front Panel Features .................................................................................... 11

Phones Output...........................................................................................................................................................................................11

Tone Knob ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Mood Enhancer and Intensity Level Knobs ........................................................................................................................................12

Volume Knob ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 12

Running Man Bluetooth Button / LED ..................................................................................................................................................13

Input Signal Wiring ................................................................................................................................................................................ 14

Care and Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................................................................14

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Hookup Diagrams .................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Hookup Diagrams > Working-Playing ................................................................................................................................................. 15

Hookup Diagrams > Bluetooth Music Playback ................................................................................................................................ 16

Appendix A : Service Information ......................................................................................................................................................... 17

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................................................................17

Repair ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 18

Appendix B : Technical Information ..................................................................................................................................................... 19

Speciﬁcations .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19

Dimensions .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22

Block Diagrams ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 24

Warranty Statement .............................................................................................................................................................................. 26

That’s All, Folks! ......................................................................................................................................................................................27

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Chapter  : Welcome

Introduction

Hello everyone! This is the CR3.5BT, CR4.5BT, CR5BT, and CR8BT Owner’s Manual. This document contains detailed information about all four CRxBT models... we hope you like it!

Mackie CRxBT Creative Reference Powered Studio Monitors with Bluetooth® combine professional-quality sound with a tone shaping knob for moving from studio reference to casual listening to party mode.

Featuring a selection of inputs, Bluetooth® and switchable desktop and bookshelf modes, these speakers give you clear, powerful sound in any space.

Use the tone control knob to adjust the sound, beginning with the transparent quality you expect from professional studio monitors, then gradually adding more excitement with boom-ier bass and added sparkle.

Whether you’re using them for business, pleasure or both, Mackie CRxBT may be the only speakers you ever need.

So there you have it. Again, we hope you like it. If you have any questions or comments about this Owner’s Manual (or other Mackie documentation), please don’t hesitate to contact us:

• -800-898-32 (Monday through Friday, normal business hours, Paciﬁc Time)

• www.mackie.com/support-contact

Features

• Sound-shaping tone control

• Location switch with desktop and bookshelf modes

• TRS, RCA and 3.5 mm inputs

• Bluetooth® connectivity

• Built-in headphone output

• Silk dome tweeter with protective grille

• Woven woofer

• 3.5" woven woofer [CR3.5BT]

• 4.5" woven woofer [CR4.5BT]

• 5" woven woofer [CR5BT]

• 8" woven woofer [CR8BT]

• Size (H × W × D)

• 8. × 5.5 × 7. in // 206 × 40 × 80 mm [CR3.5BT]

• 8.9 × 6. × 8.3 in // 226 × 55 × 2 mm [CR4.5BT]

•

• Weight:

• 8.1 lb / 3.7 kg [CR3.5BT]

• 9.9 lb / 4.5 kg [CR4.5BT]

•

0.3 × 6.9 × 9.3 in // 262 × 75 × 236 mm 4.8 × 9.9 × 3.6 in // 376 × 25 × 345 mm

15.3 lb / 6.9 kg

35.3 lb / 16.0 kg

[CR5BT]

[CR8BT]

[CR5BT]

[CR8BT]

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Things to Remember

• Never listen to loud music for prolonged periods. Please see the Safety Instructions on page 2 for information on hearing protection.

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

• Save your sales receipt in a safe place.

About This Guide

This guide is designed to be accessible, with subsections as complete as practical to minimize having to electronically leaf back and forth looking for the whole story. The entire manual does not need to be read to ﬁgure out how to use the monitors.

As the saying goes, “a picture tells a 000 words”. With that thought in mind, we added quite a few illustrations, screenshots and other images throughout to accompany the text.

This icon marks information that is critically important or unique! For your own good, read and remember them.

There’s an illustration of a microscope, so, of course, you’re going to get more detailed information when you see this little guy. There are explanations of features and practical tips listed here.

It’s a good idea to pay attention to text displayed next to a note icon, as this icon draws attention to certain features and functions relating to the usage of the monitors.

Getting Started

The following steps will help you set up the monitors quickly. If you desire a more thorough walk-through, there is a wealth of information in the following pages!

. Read and understand the Important Safety Instructions on page 2.

2. Make all initial connections with the power switches OFF on all equipment. Make sure the monitor’s volume control is all the way down.

3. Connect black (–) and red (+) speaker wires from the powered monitor’s ± spring clips to the passive monitor’s ± spring clips.

4. Push the line cord securely into the power connector and plug the other end into a grounded outlet. The monitor may accept the appropriate voltage as indicated on the back panel.

5. Turn the computer on.

6. Turn the monitor on. [Rear panel power switch].

7. Press and hold the Bluetooth button to enter pairing mode, then complete the pairing process from your Bluetooth device.

8. Play an audio ﬁle, making sure the Bluetooth volume on the phone is up, then slowly turn the front panel volume control to a comfortable listening level.

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Chapter 2 : CR3.5BT, CR4.5BT, CR5BT, and CR8BT Rear Panel Features

Power Connector

Power Switch

As a general guide, the mixer (or other signal source) should be turned on ﬁrst, subwoofers next (if applicable), and monitors last. As such, the monitors should also be turned o ﬁrst, followed by the subwoofers, then the mixer. This will reduce the possibility of any turn-on or turn-o thumps and other noises generated by any upstream equipment from coming out of the speakers.

Connect the detachable power cord (included in the packaging with the monitors) to the power receptacle, and plug the other end of the power cord into a live AC outlet.

Make sure that the AC outlet is matched to the AC power indicated on the rear panel (near the receptacle).

Press the lef side of this rocker switch down to turn the monitors on. Make sure the front panel volume knob is o [fully counter-clockwise] before turning it on. Press the right side of this rocker switch down to turn the monitors o.

The ring surrounding the Running Man logo on the front panel illuminates white when the powered monitor is plugged into a live outlet, the power switch is turned on, and the front panel volume knob is turned clockwise until the monitor “clicks” on. The ring will illuminate green when connected to a Bluetooth device.

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TIPSLEEVE

SLEEVE

Input Jacks

Connect the line-level signal from a computer, mixer, smartphone, tablet, or other signal source to one (or more) pairs of these input jacks. There are three types of input connectors to choose from:

• /4" line-level signals driven by balanced or unbalanced sources.

• RCA line-level signals driven by unbalanced sources.

• Stereo /8" line-level signal driven by an unbalanced source.

All inputs may be used simultaneously. In other words, if there is a physical connection to the /4" L/R line inputs, another physical connection to the RCA L/R line inputs, and yet another physical connection to the /8" line input, none of those inputs will be interrupted. An easy way to look

at it is... there are extra inputs! These line-level connections sum together and do not override each other.

A balanced signal provides better noise rejection and is the preferred method, especially if using a cable longer than 20 feet (6 meters).

To connect balanced lines to these inputs, use a /4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve (TRS) plug. “TRS” stands for Tip-Ring-Sleeve, the three connection points available on a stereo /4" or balanced phone jack or plug. TRS jacks and plugs are used for balanced signals and are wired as follows:

TIPSLEEVE

SLEEVERING

TIP

RING

TIP

SLEEVE

1/4" TRS Balanced Mono Wiring:

Sleeve = Shield (Ground) Tip = Hot (+) Ring = Cold (–)

To connect unbalanced lines to these inputs, use a /4" mono (TS) phone plug, wired as follows:

1/4" TS Unbalanced Mono Wiring:

TIP

SLEEVE

Sleeve = Shield (Ground) Tip = Hot (+)

The unbalanced RCA plugs are wired as follows:

TIPSLEEVETIPSLEEVE

Unbalanced RCA:

Sleeve = Shield (Ground) Tip = Hot (+)

Lastly, the unbalanced stereo /8" connector is wired as follows:

Unbalanced Stereo 1/8" TRS:

Sleeve = Shield (Ground) Tip = Lef Channel Ring = Right Channel

NEVER connect the output of an ampliﬁer directly to a monitor’s input jack. This could damage the input circuitry and we wouldn’t want that now, would we?

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Location Switch

What is the use case scenario for the monitors? Will you be sitting right in front of them or will they be placed further away? That’s right, here you get to decide if the monitors will be positioned close to you (switch up, desktop) or further away (switch down, bookshelf).

Another way to look at it is this: if your desire is to “fill the room” (with music playback, for example), select bookshelf as it is more non-directional. However, if you will be a few feet away from the monitors (at most), then select desktop as the sound will “hit” immediately with little to no chance at room reverb.

Professional engineers use terms such as “near ﬁeld” (instead of desktop) and “far ﬁeld” (or even “wide ﬁeld”, instead of bookshelf) to describe the same thing.

Powered Speaker Position Select Switch

Wire Terminals (±)

Connect the included black (–) and red (+) speaker wires from the powered monitor’s ± spring clips (IMAGE A below) to the passive monitor’s ± spring clips (IMAGE B below). These clips are spring-loaded. Simply press and hold one down while placing the wire inside the hole. Once complete, release the spring clip so it holds. This action shall be repeated an additional three times.

Here you get to decide if the powered monitor is to be positioned on the lef side (switch up) or right side (switch down). One convenience is that it keeps the power cord, front and/or rear panel connections from crossing your work space. Additionally, it doesn’t discriminate between right or lef-handed users. Simply set it up to suit your preference.

IMAGE A IMAGE B

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Custom-Tuned Rear Port

The custom-tuned rear port 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.

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Phones Output

This /8" TRS connector supplies the output to stereo headphones. The volume is controlled with the volume knob on the front panel of the monitor. The signal to the power amp is killed when headphones are connected.

The phones output is wired as follows, according to standards speciﬁed by the AES (Audio Engineering Society):

Stereo 1/8" TRS:

Sleeve = Shield (Ground) Tip = Lef Channel Ring = Right Channel

Warning: The headphone amp is loud and could cause permanent hearing damage. Even intermediate levels may be painfully loud with some headphones. BE CAREFUL! Always turn the volume knob all the way down before connecting headphones. Then turn it up slowly as you listen carefully.

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INTENSITY

MOOD

Tone Knob

This “tone” knob can handle anything from studio playback to watching entertaining cat videos, work video calls, general music playback, and just about anything else that you can throw at it!

The playback tone may be changed by rotating this knob. Use the tone control knob to shape the sound, starting with the transparent response you expect from studio monitors. This is when the knob is at its most counter-clockwise position.

As this knob is rotated clockwise, though, the sound is enhanced with increased bass presence and sparkly highs. In fact, at its most clockwise position, this EQ response resembles a “smiley face” curve due to the boosted high and low frequency ranges, perfect for using them as immersive gaming speakers, casual listening speakers, or all-out party speakers.

These are the two extreme settings, of course. At 2:00 o’clock, the sound is a blend between the two frequency curves, a “halfway point”, if you will. Rotate this knob until you ﬁnd a sound that works best for your use case scenario.

Mood Enhancer and Intensity Level Knobs

ENHANCER

Volume Knob

LEVEL

Located below the woofer and in-between the tone knob and headphone jack are two additional knobs that work in tandem: Mood Enhancer and Intensity Level (of the mood).

Your mood may be changed by rotating this knob. At its most counter-clockwise position, this knob is o, unused. Click it on, and, unfortunately, it leads with “negative” moods: Upset, sad, gloomy, anxious, et al. As this knob is rotated clockwise, though, the mood is enhanced with increased happiness, energy, and the best medicine of all, humor!

The intensity level knob simply indicates how much of a “bump” in the mood you would like. As you might have guessed, at its most counter-clockwise position, this knob is o, unused. Click it on to raise the intensity level of the mood. It ranges from  (counter-clockwise) to 0 (fully clockwise).

These monitors expect a line-level signal at their input. While the input volumes are set by the devices connected to them, this knob adjusts the volume of the output coming from all inputs.

The volume knob not only adjusts the overall output level, but it also turns the monitor on and o. Simply turn the knob counter-clockwise until it “clicks” o.

Refer to the Quick Start section on page 6 for the level-setting procedure.

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Running Man Bluetooth Button / LED

The ring surrounding the Running Man logo on the front panel illuminates and ﬂashes white when the powered monitor is plugged into a live outlet, the power switch is turned on, and the front panel volume knob is turned clockwise until the monitor “clicks” on. The ring will illuminate solid green when connected to a Bluetooth device.

The logo isn’t just for pretty looks and LED illumination... it’s also how to connect your device to the monitor via Bluetooth! Read on...

Upon powering up the monitors, the Bluetooth function is either:

() In pairing mode. See ‘Pairing and connecting for the ﬁrst time’ (below) or...

(2) ...Paired and connected. See ‘Previously paired and connected devices’ (also below).

Pairing and connecting for the ﬁrst time:

As mentioned above, upon power-up, the ring surrounding the button will illuminate and ﬂash white for approximately one minute while in pairing mode.

While the monitor is in pairing mode, simultaneously scan for Bluetooth devices on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. You should see the Bluetooth CRxBT monitors appear in the list of “available devices”. Select it by tapping it. From there, your Bluetooth device should indicate that it is successfully connected. Additionally, the Bluetooth button will stop ﬂashing and remain solid green. If it does not, start the pairing process again, and make sure that the monitors and your device are both in pairing mode at the same time.

If the LED is solid green (device connected) or solid white (no device connected and not searching), you may enter pairing mode by pressing and releasing the Running Man logo for 2+ seconds – it doubles as the Bluetooth button!

Previously paired and connected devices:

The Bluetooth connection will disconnect if it’s out of range. Previously paired and connected devices will automatically reconnect and the Running Man logo / Bluetooth button will illuminate (if the volume knob is at least clicked on).

While your Bluetooth device is connected to the monitors, you can quickly press the Bluetooth button on the front of the unit to pause/play your audio (the same as if you’d pressed pause/play on your device).

The Running Man logo / LED only illuminates on the powered monitor. The passive monitor’s Running Man logo / LED will not illuminate.

The Bluetooth may disconnect when aected by Electrostatic Discharge [ESD]. Manually reconnect the Bluetooth connection

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Input Signal Wiring

Included with the CR3.5 and CR4.5 monitors are multiple accessories, including:

• /8" TRS to stereo RCA cable to connect computer output to monitors.

• Stereo speaker-to-speaker cable.

Even though these cables are included, they might need to be replaced at some point [e.g. cats play tug-of-war, you ran out of ribbon to tie a gif and used these instead]. Or perhaps you prefer to use the /4" inputs. If so, we recommend using high-quality, shielded cables to connect the signal source to the signal input jacks on the monitors.

Three types of input connectors are provided to interface with virtually any application you may have:

• Balanced TRS / Unbalanced TS cables work well with the /4" inputs.

• Unbalanced phono cables work well with the RCA inputs.

• Unbalanced TRS cables work well with the /8" input.

NOTE: 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!

NOTE: In certain home theater applications, it may be necessary to connect the speaker outputs from a stereo receiver to the inputs of the monitors if the receiver doesn’t have preamp outputs or other line-level output connections.

Care and Cleaning

The monitors will provide many years of reliable service if you follow these guidelines.

• Avoid exposing them to moisture.

• Avoid exposure to extreme cold (below freezing temperatures).

• Use a dry cloth to clean the cabinets. Only do this when the power is turned o and the monitor unplugged.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to connect a speaker output directly to the input of the monitor! Speaker levels are much higher than line levels and can damage the input circuitry in the monitors.

However, it is possible to insert a speaker-level to line-level signal attenuator between the receiver’s speaker output and the monitor’s input. Any local authorized dealer should be able to assist, or you can build your own.

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Hookup Diagrams

Hookup Diagrams > Working-Playing

The illustration above shows a typical use for the monitors. Everyone needs tunes while working, right... or is it just me?

In this example, simply connect the (included) cable from the computer’s /8" output jack to the L/R RCA inputs of the powered monitor. If you prefer to use /4" inputs or /8" stereo input instead of RCA inputs, those options are available, too.

Next we’ll want to connect the passive speaker. The included black (–) and red (+) speaker wires should be connected from the powered monitor’s ± spring clips to the passive monitor’s ± spring clips as detailed by the dotted lines above:

Connect black (–) to black (–) and red (+) to red (+).

Almost there! Move the ‘Powered Speaker Position Select’ switch to either the “L” or “R” position based on whether the powered reference monitor – the one with the volume knob – will be on the lef or right side.

Now position the monitors where you would like them. Play audio through the computer, making sure that the volume of the computer and monitors are above “0”.

Last step: move the monitors around until the optimal sound has been achieved and adjust volume to taste.

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Hookup Diagrams > Bluetooth Music Playback

The illustration above shows another common use for these monitors. Perhaps a friend created a playlist on their smartphone and wants to share it. With great hesitation, you ﬁnally oblige. Everyone has that one friend with terrible taste in music. We know, it happens.

In this example, a smartphone is connected to the monitors via Bluetooth.

Connect black (–) to black (–) and red (+) to red (+).

Now position the monitors where you would like them. Play audio through the smartphone making sure that the volume of the smartphone and monitors are above “0”.

Last step: move the monitors around until the optimal sound has been achieved and adjust volume to taste.

Optional: plugging a pair of headphones into the /8" headphones jack auto-defeats the speaker output. The front panel volume control then controls the level going to the phones.

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Appendix A : Service Information

Troubleshooting

If you think your Mackie product 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.mackie.com) to get some ideas or contact our technical support heroes. You may ﬁnd the answer to the problem without having to send your Mackie product away.

Here are some useful tips that could correct any of the issues outlined below (or possibly any other issue that we haven’t yet discovered):

Getting Started: If you are having any sound (or non-sound) issues, try following the level setting procedure as outlined on page 6 to verify that all of the volume controls in the system are properly adjusted.

There are no user serviceable parts. If none of these tips work, please refer to “Repair” on the next page to ﬁnd out how to proceed.

No Power

• Our favorite question: Is it plugged in? Make sure the line cord is securely seated in the line cord socket and plugged all the way into the AC outlet. Make sure the AC outlet is live [check with a tester or lamp].

No Sound

Poor sound

• Our next favorite question: Is the power switch on? If not, try turning it on.

• Is the front panel volume control “clicked” on? The power is on only when plugged into a live AC outlet, the rear panel power switch is on, and the front panel volume control is not fully counter-clockwise.

• Is the Running Man logo / LED on the front panel illuminated? If not, make sure the AC outlet is live. If so, refer to “No sound” below.

• The internal AC line fuse may be blown. This is not a user serviceable part. If you suspect the AC line fuse is blown, please see the "Repair" section next.

• Is the level knob for the input source turned all the way down? Verify that all the volume controls in the system are properly adjusted.

• Is the signal source turned up? Make sure the connecting cables are in good repair and securely connected at both ends. Make sure the signal level from the computer, mixer, MP3 player, phone (or whatever device immediately precedes the monitors) is high enough to produce 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.

• Is the input connector plugged completely into the jack? Be sure all connections are secure.

• Too much bass or not enough bass? Move around the room and see if the bass response changes. It’s possible that 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 dierent position, or moving your listening position.

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Noise / Hum / Buzz

• Check the signal cable between the computer/mixer/MP3 player/phone 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 monitor’s balanced input, make sure the shield is connected to the unbalanced ground of the source.

• 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.

• 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 dierent AC circuit.

• Excessive hiss is an indication of an incorrect gain setting somewhere before the speaker.

• If possible, listen to the signal source with headphones plugged in. If it sounds noisy there, it’s not the monitor.

Try some of the following troubleshooting ideas:

• 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.

Bluetooth or Other Issues

• Please email or call Technical Support if you are having any other issue not listed here: o mackie.com/support-contact o -800-898-32

Repair

For warranty service, refer to the warranty information on page 26.

Non-warranty service for Mackie products is available at a factory-authorized service center. To locate the nearest service center, visit www.mackie.com, click “Support” and select “Service Center Locater”. 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 -800-898-32, 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.

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Appendix B : Technical Information

Speciﬁcations

Acoustic Performance

Frequency Response (–0 dB): .....................................................................................................................................60 Hz – 20 kHz [CR3.5BT]

55 Hz – 20 kHz [CR4.5BT]

50 Hz – 20 kHz [CR5BT] 44 Hz – 20 kHz [CR8BT]

Frequency Response (–3 dB): .......................................................................................................................................70 Hz – 20 kHz [CR3.5BT]

65 Hz – 20 kHz [CR4.5BT]

59 Hz – 20 kHz [CR5BT]

47 Hz – 20 kHz [CR8BT]

Maximum SPL Peak: ................................................................................................................................................................... 00 dB [CR3.5BT]

0 dB [CR4.5BT]

05 dB [CR5BT] 08 dB [CR8BT]

Crossover Frequency ....................................................................................................................................3.0 kHz [CR3.5BT, CR4.5BT, CR5BT]

2.0 kHz [CR8BT]

Transducers

Low Frequency: ............................................................................................................................................................... 3.5 in / 89 mm [CR3.5BT]

4.5 in / 4 mm [CR4.5BT]

5.25 in / 33 mm [CR5BT]

8.0 in / 203 mm [CR8BT] woven woofer

High Frequency: ................................................................................................................................................................................. .0 in / 25 mm

silk-dome tweeter with protective grille

Power Ampliﬁers

System Power Ampliﬁcation [CR3.5BT, CR4.5BT]

Rated Power: ................................................................................................................................................................ 50 watts RMS

Design: ..................................................................................................................................................................................Class AB

System Power Ampliﬁcation [CR5BT]

Rated Power: .............................................................................................................................................................. 00 watts RMS

Design: ....................................................................................................................................................................................Class D

System Power Ampliﬁcation [CR8BT]

Rated Power: ...............................................................................................................................................................40 watts RMS

Design: ....................................................................................................................................................................................Class D

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Input / Output

Input Type .............................................................................................................................................Female /4" TRS balanced–unbalanced,

RCA unbalanced, /8" stereo unbalanced

Input Impedance ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 0 k

Output Type ..................................................................................................................................................................... /8" Stereo Headphones

Bluetooth Information

Bluetooth Protocol .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 5.0

Bluetooth Function ........................................................................................................................................................................ Audio Streaming

Line Input Power

Detachable line cord ............................................................................................................... 00V–240V~, 50–60 Hz, 60W [CR3.5BT, CR4.5BT]

00V–240V~, 50–60 Hz, 0W [CR5BT]

00V–240V~, 50–60 Hz, 50W [CR8BT]

Construction Features

Basic Design ........................................................................................................................................................................................ Rectangular

Enclosure Construction ........................................................................................................................................................................... Solid MDF

Finish .................................................................................................................................................................................Black Vinyl Wrap

Port Conﬁguration ...................................................................................................................................................... Custom-tuned rear port tube

Display LED ...........................................................................................................................................................................................Power ring

(surrounding the Running Man logo)

Operating Temperature ............................................................................................................................................................................ 0 – 50 ˚C

50 – 22 ˚F

Pets

Dogs: ....................................................................................................................................................Bulldog, Terrier, Spaniel, Shepherd,

Beagle, Retriever, Husky, Hound Dog,

Chihuahua, Poodle, Dachshund, Rottweiler,

Great Dane, St. Bernard, Shih Tzu, etc.

Cats: ............................................................................................................................................................. Tabby, Siamese, Maine Coon,

Persian, Burmese, Grumpy, Himalayan, Snowshoe, etc.

Fish: ............................................................................................................................................................. Goldfish, Neon Tetra, Catfish,

Angelfish, Guppy, Clownfish, etc.

Birds: ........................................................................................................................................................Parakeet, Canary, Finch, Macaw,

Dove, Cockatoo, Budgie, etc.

Other: ........................................................................................................................................ Rabbit, Horse, Snake, Gerbil/Hamster, etc.

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Physical Properties

CR3.5BT

Size (H x W x D): ....................................................................................................................8. × 5.5 × 7. in // 206 × 40 × 80 mm

Weight: ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8. lb // 3.7 kg

CR4.5BT

Size (H x W x D): ....................................................................................................................8.9 × 6. × 8.3 in // 226 × 55 × 2 mm

Weight: ........................................................................................................................................................................ 9.9 lb // 4.5 kg

CR5BT

Size (H x W x D): ................................................................................................................ 0.3 × 6.9 × 9.3 in // 262 × 75 × 236 mm

Weight: .......................................................................................................................................................................5.3 lb // 6.9 kg

CR8BT

Size (H x W x D): ............................................................................................................... 4.8 × 9.9 × 3.6 in // 376 × 25 × 345 mm

Weight: .....................................................................................................................................................................35.3 lb // 6.0 kg

About

Part Number, Rev and Date: ......................................................................................................................................SW476, Rev B, October 2024

Disclaimer

LOUD Audio, LLC. 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. The “Running Man” is a registered trademark of LOUD Audio, LLC. All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders, and are hereby acknowledged.

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CR3.5BT Dimensions

DIMENSIONS

8.1 in

206 mm

CR4.5BT Dimensions

5.5 in / 140 mm

7.1 in / 180 mm WEIGHT

(per pair)

8.1 lb

3.7 kg

DIMENSIONS

8.9 in

226 mm

6.1 in / 155 mm

8.3 in / 211 mm WEIGHT

(per pair)

9.9 lb

4.5 kg

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CR5BT Dimensions

DIMENSIONS

10.3 in

262 mm

CR8BT Dimensions

6.9 in / 175 mm

9.3 in / 236 mm WEIGHT

(per pair)

15.3 lb

6.9 kg

DIMENSIONS

14.8 in

376 mm

9.9 in / 251 mm

13.6 in / 345 mm WEIGHT

(per pair)

35.3 lb

16.0 kg

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CR3.5BT and CR4.5BT Block Diagram

PHONE OUT

23154

TWEETER

WOOFER

TWEETER

WOOFER

DEAD END

AMP

LED GREEN

BLUETOOTH

DC/DC

123

VOLUME

POWER

LED WHITE

GROUND

–VCC

+VCC

–12V

+12V

+5V +3.7V

SPEAKER POSITION SELECT

DESKTOP–BOOKSHELF SELECT

BLUETOOTH

PAIR

SWITCH

BLUETOOTH

VOLUME

4 5

SWITCHING POWER SUPPLY

POWER SWITCH

TRS L

23154

TRS R

23154

RCA L

RCA R

23154

AC 100–240V

1/8˝ INPUT

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CR5BT and CR8BT Block Diagram

PHONE OUT

2354



TWEETER

WOOFER

TWEETER

WOOFER

DEAD END

AMP

+3.7V

LED GREEN

BLUETOOTH

DC/DC



23



VOLUME

POWER

LED WHITE

GROUND

–2V

+VCC

+2V

SPEAKER POSITION SELECT

DESKTOP–BOOKSHELF SELECT

PAIR

SWITCH

BLUETOOTH

+5V

BLUETOOTH



VOLUME



SWITCH

STANDBY

4 5

SWITCHING POWER SUPPLY

POWER SWITCH

TRS L

2354

TRS R

2354

RCA L

RCA R

2354

AC 00–240V

/8˝ INPUT

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Warranty Statement

Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place.

This Limited Product Warranty (“Product Warranty”) is provided by LOUD Audio, LLC. (“LOUD”) and is applicable to products purchased in the 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 (hereinafer, “Customer,” “you” or “your”).

For products purchased outside the U.S. or Canada, please visit www.mackie.com/warranty 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.mackie.com/support or by calling LOUD technical support at .800.898.32 (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.mackie.com/warranty.

The Product Warranty, together with your invoice or receipt, and the terms and conditions located at www.mackie.com/warranty constitutes the entire 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 the monitors?

• Visit www.mackie.com/support to ﬁnd: FAQs, manuals, addendums, and other documents.

• Email us at: www.mackie.com/support-contact

• Telephone 1-800-898-3211 to speak with one of our splendid technical support chaps (Monday through Friday, normal business hours, Paciﬁc Time).

Please write the serial numbers here for future reference

(i.e., insurance claims, tech support, return authorization, make dad proud, etc.)

Purchased at:

Date of purchase:

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