Mackie M 1400, M 1400i Owner's Manual

OL
–3
–6
–9
–20
–3
–6
–9
–20
OL
CH
1
30
28
26
20
22
18
2416
14
8
0
0
1.23v (+4dBu)
SENSITIVITY
GAIN/dB
CH
2
PROTECT
COLD HOT
SHORT
TEMP STATUS
INTERNAL STATUS
CH
1
CH
2
CH
1&2
ON
OFF
POWER
3v
2v
1v
30
28
26
20
22
18
2416
14
8
0
0
1.23v (+4dBu)
SENSITIVITY
GAIN/dB
3v
2v
1v
PROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
FULL S YMMETRY
DUAL DIFFERENTIAL HIGH CURRENT DESIGN
CHANNEL
2
1
CHANNEL
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
63Hz
125Hz
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
INPUT
THRUTHRU
INPUT
AMP MODE
FREQUENCY
4.5 k Hz
ON
6k Hz
2k Hz
MONO
(CHS SUMMED)
BRIDGE
LIMITER
(CH1 & CH2)
OFF
FULL
RANGE
SUB
WOOFER
LOW CUT
FILTER
LOW CUT
FILTER
OUTPUT APPLICATION
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
ON
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
170 Hz
OFF
4.5k Hz
6k Hz
2k Hz
170 Hz
100 Hz
OFF
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
OFF
TYPICAL
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
TYPICAL
35 Hz
TYPICAL
35 Hz
STEREO
TYPICAL
STEREO
TYPICAL
AIR EQ
AIR EQ
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
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THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIG
URE
MANUFACTURING DATE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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
CAUTION
SERIAL NUMBER
(MONO BRIDGE)
1000 WATTS
8 OHM LOAD
(STEREO)
500 W / 500 W
4 OHM LOAD
OUTPUTS
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
OUTPUTS
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
CH
1
CH
2
+
+
MONO
BRIDGE
+
CHANNEL
2
1
CHANNEL
CH
2
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
+
+
63Hz
125Hz
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
INPUT
THRUTHRU
INPUT
AMP MODE
FREQUENCY
4.5 k Hz
ON
6k Hz
2k Hz
MONO
(CHS SUMMED)
BRIDGE
LIMITER
(CH1 & CH2)
OFF
FULL
RANGE
SUB
WOOFER
LOW CUT
FILTER
LOW CUT
FILTER
OUTPUT APPLICATION
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
ON
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
170 Hz
OFF
4.5k Hz
6k Hz
2k Hz
+
170 Hz
100 Hz
OFF
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
OFF
TYPICAL
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
TYPICAL
35 Hz
TYPICAL
35 Hz
STEREO
TYPICAL
STEREO
TYPICAL
AIR EQ
AIR EQ
CH
1
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
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98072 • USA • MADE IN CHINA • FABRIQUE AU CHINE • PATENTS PENDING • COPYRIGHT ©1997
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIG
URE
MANUFACTURING DATE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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
CAUTION
SERIAL NUMBER
MONO
BRIDGE
(MONO BRIDGE)
1000 WATTS
8 OHM LOAD
(STEREO)
500 W / 500 W
4 OHM LOAD
OUTPUTS
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
OUTPUTS
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
M•1400/M•1400i OWNER’S MANUAL
HIGH-CURRENT POWER AMPLIFIER
CAUTION AVIS
RISK OF ELECTRIC
RISQUE DE
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS ENLEVER LE COUVERCLE. AUCUN
ENTRETIEN DE PIECES INTERIEURES PAR L'USAGER. CONFIER
L'ENTRETIEN AU PERSONNEL QUALIFIE.
AVIS: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE OU
D'ELECTROCUTION, N'EXPOSEZ PAS CET ARTICLE
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Le symbole éclair avec point de flèche à l'intérieur d'un triangle équilatéral est utilisé pour alerter l'utilisateur de la présence à l'intérieur du coffret de "voltage dangereux" non isolé d'ampleur suffisante pour constituer un risque d'éléctrocution.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Le point d'exclamation à l'intérieur d'un triangle équilatéral est employé pour alerter les utilisateurs de la présence d'instructions importantes pour le fonctionnement et l'entretien (service) dans le livret d'instruction accompagnant l'appareil.
DO NOT OPEN
CHOC
NE PAS OUVRIR
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
A LA PLUIE OU A L'HUMIDITE
SHOCK
ELECTRIQUE

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions All the safety and operation instructions should be read before this Mackie product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on this Mackie product and in these operating instructions should be followed.
4. Follow Instructions All operating and other instructions should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture This Mackie product should not be used near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, swamp or salivating St. Bernard dog, etc.
6. Ventilation — This Mackie product should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the Component should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block any ventilation openings, or placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through ventilation openings.
7. Heat This Mackie product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, or other devices which produce heat.
8. Power Sources — This Mackie product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in these operation instructions or as marked on this Mackie product.
9. Power Cord Protection — Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked upon or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit this Mackie product.
10. Object and Liquid Entry — Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into this Mackie product.
11. Damage Requiring Service — This Mackie product should be serviced only by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into this Mackie product; or
C. This Mackie product has been exposed to rain; or
D. This Mackie product does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. This Mackie product has been dropped, or its chassis damaged.
12. Servicing — The user should not attempt to service this Mackie product beyond those means described in this operating manual. All other servicing should be referred to the Mackie Service Department.
13. To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
Pour prévenir les chocs électriques ne pas utiliser cette fiche polariseé avec un prolongateur, un prise de courant ou une autre sortie de courant, sauf si les lames peuvent être insérées à fond sans laisser aucune pariie à découvert.
14 . Grounding or Polarization — Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of this Mackie product is not defeated.
15 . This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
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 règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par les ministere des communications du Canada.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
Carts and stands - The Component should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. A Component and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the Component and cart combination to overturn.
This product has been tested and complies with the following standards and directives as set forth by the European Union:
EN 50013 1990 Emissions
EN 50020 1988 Immunity
EN 60065 1994 and IEC 65: 1985 Safety
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

Lend Me Your Ears

Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause per­manent hearing loss.
Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to suffi­ciently intense noise for a period of time. The U.S. Government’s Occupa­tional Safety and Health Ad­ministration (OSHA) has specified the permissible noise level exposures shown in this chart.
Duration Per Day Sound Level dBA, Typical
In Hours Slow Response Example
8 90 Duo in small club 692 4 95 Subway Train 397 2 100 Very loud classical music
1.5 102 1 105 Lori screaming at Ron about deadlines
0.5 110
0.25 or less 115 Loudest parts at a rock concert

INTRODUCTION

According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these permissible limits could result in some hear­ing loss. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recom­mended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels (such as this amplification system) use hearing
protectors while this unit is in operation. Ear plugs or protec­tors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn
when oper­ating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits set forth here.
Thank you for choosing a Mackie Designs power amplifier! We appreciate your vote of confidence for the folks in Woodinville who specialize in awe­some and affordable audio. The Mackie Designs M•1400 and M•1400i Power Amplifiers are designed to fulfill the amplification needs of almost any type of application. They boast a wealth of features you’d expect to pay extra for — like subwoofer filtering, constant directivity equalization, speaker-protecting limiter, and gobs of ultra-clean power, to name a few.
Perhaps the most important feature of the FR Series™ Power Amplifiers is the attention to detail in every aspect of the design. At Mackie, we know what it takes to be roadworthy. After all, our mixers have traveled all over the world under the worst of conditions, and we’ve applied what we’ve learned to the mechanical design of our amplifiers.
Roadworthiness is only part of the picture. We know that reliability is paramount to sound rein­forcement. That’s why we use double-sided thru-hole-plated fiberglass printed circuit boards. That’s why our engineers have subjected the am­plifier to the most rigorous and punishing tests imaginable, to fine-tune the design and extend its limits beyond those of ordinary amplifiers.
Fast Recovery — where the “FR” comes from — is more than a buzzword. It is based on real, proven design principles. The result is an amplifier that performs better than conventional designs when presented with adverse conditions. One of the most difficult things for a power amplifier to handle is clipping. Conventional designs use lots of negative feedback to provide stability and lower
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distortion. When clipping occurs, this “feedback” causes high-frequency sticking, keeping the am­plifier “latched” in the clipping state longer than necessary. This results in painfully audible distor­tion. Our Fast Recovery design eliminates this high-frequency sticking and allows the amplifier to remain stable when powering highly reactive loads at high volume levels.
You may wonder why a power amp even needs an owner’s manual. After all, you just plug in a few cables and power it up. Well, it’s almost that simple. There’s just a few things that we’d like you to be aware of, and we’ll discuss those right away — please see the Quick Start on the next page.
Then go ahead and read the entire manual. The M•1400/M•1400i amplifiers have a wealth of use­ful features, and each of them is explained in detail.
Note: The only difference between the M•1400 and M•1400i are the speaker output connectors: in addi­tion to the binding posts, the M•1400 has Speakon connectors while the M•1400i has 1/4" TS jacks.
Please write your serial number here for future reference (i.e., insurance claims, tech support, return authorization, etc.):
Purchased at:
Date of purchase:
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READ THIS PAGE!

QUICK START

I got ants in my pants and I got to dance!

INSTALLATION

The M•1400/M•1400i amp can be mounted in any standard rack system (see page 23), or placed horizon­tally on a floor or table. The
heavier internal compo­nents are located towards the front of the chassis to make it easier to hold the amp by its front handles.
IMPORTANT: The ampli­fier draws its ventilation air in from the front and out through the side pan­els. It needs plenty of fresh
air to stay cool. DO NOT BLOCK THE VENTILATION PORTS (see page 23).

CONNECTIONS AND SETTINGS

1. Be sure the
making connections.
2. Turn the
(counterclockwise) for now.
3. Set both
their
4. Set both
switches directivity horns with compression drivers).
5. Set the
Note: If you’re using the M•1400/M•1400i to
power a subwoofer, you probably do not need an external crossover. Please see
SUBWOOFER
POWER
GAIN
LOW CUT FILTER
TYPICAL
switch is off before
controls fully down
controls to
marks (35Hz).
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
OFF
(unless you’re using constant
LIMITER
switch on.
on page 21 for details.
6. Determine which
AMP MODE
is best
for your application:
STEREO
mode (separate left and right inputs, separate left and right outputs) is the typical setup for amplifying stereo signals.
MONO
mode (sometimes called Dual­Mono mode – one mono input, two mono outputs) is for sending a mono signal to two different speaker sets, with separately­adjustable level controls.
BRIDGE
mode (sometimes called Bridged-Mono – one mono input, one mono output) uses both sides of the amp to double the power to one speaker set. An M•1400/M•1400i power amplifier, set to
BRIDGE
mode, delivers 1400 watts (into 4
ohms). Garsh!
Note: 4 ohms is the minimum impedance
you should connect to the amplifier in
BRIDGE
mode. If you connect a lower impedance load
BRIDGE
in light, putting the amplifier into
mode, the
SHORT
LEDs may
PROTECT
mode.
Set the
7. In
AMP MODE
STEREO
mode, connect line-level cables
switch accordingly.
from your signal source to the M•1400/
INPUT
M•1400i’s
jacks, either XLR or
TRS:
• The XLR and TRS inputs for each channel are wired in parallel.
• The balanced XLR inputs are wired pin 2 = hot (+), pin 3 = cold (–) and pin 1 = shield (ground).
• The 1/4" TRS inputs are wired tip = hot (+), ring = cold (–) and sleeve = shield (ground), and can accept either balanced (TRS) or unbalanced (TS) cables.
FULL SY MMETRY DUAL DIFFERENTIAL HIGH CURRENT DESIGN
CH
GAIN/dB
CH
1
14
SENSITIVITY
OL
3v
20
–3
22
18
2v
2416
–6
–9
26
–20
28
8
30
0
0
1v
1.23v (+4dBu)
SIGOLSIG
GAIN/dB
CH
3v
20
14
SENSITIVITY
2
22
18
2v
2416
26
28
8
30
0
0
1v
1.23v (+4dBu)
–3
–6
–9
–20
CH
1
INTERNAL STATUS
PROTECT
SHORT
TEMP STATUS
CH 1&2
COLD HOT
2
PROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
ON
OFF
POWER
4
8. In
MONO
input cable to and nothing into (You could plug into
and
BRIDGE
CHANNEL 1
CHANNEL 2
modes, connect an
’s
INPUT
’s
INPUT
CHANNEL 2
’s input,
only,
.
it just won’t do anything.)
STEREO
9. In speaker cables to the
and
MONO
modes, connect
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
, either binding posts, 1/4” jacks, or
®
Speakon
, depending on your model:
• The binding post connectors are wired red = hot (+) and black = cold (–).
• The 1/4" jacks are wired tip = hot (+) and ring = cold (–).
• The Speakon connectors are wired pin 1+ = hot (+) and pin 1– = cold (–).
10. In
BRIDGE
mode, connect the binding post
cable like this: the hot (+) side goes in the
CHANNEL 1 SPEAKER OUTPUTS
post and the cold (–) side goes in
s red post. Plug nothing into the
NEL 2’
red
CHAN-
black posts, Speakon jacks (on the M•1400), or the 1/4" TS jacks (on the M•1400i).
11. Connect the other ends of the speaker cables to your loudspeakers.
12. Plug the amp’s power cord
into an outlet properly configured with the correct voltage for your amplifier, and capable of delivering enough current to reach full power.
13. Make sure your signal source (feeding the M•1400/M•1400i’s inputs) is powered up and delivering signal to the amp.
14. Turn the M•1400/M•1400i’s
POWER
switch on and verify that the signal present
SIG
) LEDs are blinking.
(
15. Slowly turn both
GAIN
controls up:
You should hear the music and see the
and meter LEDs flashing. If the
OL
topmost LEDs (named
, for OverLoad)
are flashing, turn down either the controls on the amp or the source signal’s output level controls (i.e., master faders).
OL
The point is: The
LEDs should never
light up.
16. For quieter listening, it is preferable to
GAIN
adjust the amp’s
controls rather than the source signal’s output level (unless you have the source’s control all the way up!).
17. Start dancing, but don’t let the ants out of your pants.
Things You Must Remember:
• Read and follow the safety instructions on page 2, and the hearing protection details on page 3, before using the amplifier.
• Never plug amplifier outputs into any­thing except speakers (unless you have an outboard box specifically designed to handle speaker-level signals).
• Before making connections to an amp or reconfiguring an amp’s routing, turn the
GAIN
amp’s level (
) controls down, turn the power off, make the changes, turn the power back on, and then turn the level controls back up.
• If you shut down your equipment, turn off the amplifiers first. When powering up, turn on the amplifiers last.
• Save the shipping boxes! You may need them someday, and you probably don’t want to have to pay for them again.
SIG
GAIN
(MONO BRIDGE)
1000 WATTS
8 OHM LOAD
(STEREO) 500 W / 500 W 4 OHM LOAD
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
WARNING:
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CONCEIVED AND DESIGNED BY MACKIE DESIGNS INC • WOODINVILLE • WA
98072 • USA • MADE IN CHINA • FABRIQUE AU CHINE • PATENTS PENDING • COPYRIGHT ©1997
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE
OUTPUTS
CH
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
1
+
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
AVIS:
MONO BRIDGE
+
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
CH
2
+
OUTPUTS SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
SERIAL NUMBER
MANUFACTURING DATE
1
CHANNEL
OFF
2k Hz
LOW CUT
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
FILTER
TYPICAL
35 Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
4.5 k Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
INPUT
AMP MODE
MONO
STEREO
(CHS SUMMED)
TYPICAL
OUTPUT APPLICATION
FULL
RANGE
LIMITER
(CH1 & CH2)
STEREO TYPICAL
OFF
ON
SUB
WOOFER
ID
R
B
FREQUENCY
125Hz
63Hz
CHANNEL
2
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
OFF
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
2k Hz
LOW CUT
FILTER
TYPICAL
35 Hz
4.5k Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
E
G
INPUT
THRUTHRU
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

APPLICATION DIAGRAMS
Mackie’s gang of illustrators have created easy-to-understand diagrams of popular studio and live-sound setups. Your setup will probably be different in some way, but these diagrams will help you see the big picture so you can add your own finishing touches.
FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS: MIND BOGGLING DETAILS
Each and every knob, switch, and connector on the M•1400/M•1400i power amplifier is explained in depth here. Throughout this sec­tion you’ll find illustrations, with each feature numbered like this a feature, simply locate it on the appropriate illustration, note the number attached to it, and find that number in the nearby paragraphs.
. If you’re curious about
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS
This section discusses important things to keep in mind when installing and using the M•1400/M•1400i, including rack mounting, AC power, and wiring.
SERVICE INFO
If you are having a problem setting up your amplifier, please turn here for some trouble­shooting information. You will also find information on what to do if your amplifier should ever need servicing.
TECHNICAL INFO
This is where you can find detailed specifi­cations, including a rather lovely block diagram. This will help you quickly verify prod­uct performance and capability. Careful and extensive research has shown that reading and memorizing specifications will not make you the life and soul of the party. Let that be a warning.
This icon marks information that is criti­cally important or unique to the M•1400/ M•1400i. For your own good, read them and re­member them. We may call you someday and quiz you.
This icon leads you to in-depth explanations of features and practical tips. While not man­datory, they’ll have some valuable information.
FURTHER INFO
Please come on by and visit our website: www.mackie.com It contains lots of useful information regard-
ing this and other Mackie products.
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CONTENTS
Lend Me Your Ears ......................................................... 3
INTRODUCTION ............................................................ 3
READ THIS PAGE!.......................................................... 4
QUICK START ......................................................... 4
INSTALLATION ........................................................ 4
CONNECTIONS AND SETTINGS ................................. 4
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .......................................... 6
APPLICATION DIAGRAMS .............................................. 8
FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS .............................................. 11
GAIN............................................................. 11
METERS ......................................................... 12
SIG ............................................................... 13
PROTECT ........................................................ 13
SHORT .......................................................... 13
TEMP STATUS ................................................. 14
POWER ......................................................... 14
POWER CORD................................................. 15
SPEAKER OUTPUTS ......................................... 15
INPUT ........................................................... 16
THRU ............................................................ 18
LOW CUT FILTER............................................. 18
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY .................................. 18
CD Frequency ................................................. 19
AMP MODE.................................................... 19
BRIDGE ......................................................... 20
OUTPUT APPLICATION..................................... 20
LIMITER ......................................................... 20
SUBWOOFER ................................................. 21
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS............. 23
RACK MOUNTING ................................................ 23
THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS .................................. 23
AC POWER CONSIDERATIONS ................................ 23
INPUT WIRING .................................................... 24
OUTPUT WIRING .................................................. 24
70V DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS ................................ 25
APPENDIX A: Service Info ............................................ 26
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................. 26
REPAIR ............................................................... 27
APPENDIX B: Technical Info .......................................... 28
SPECIFICATIONS M•1400/M•1400i ............................. 28
BLOCK DIAGRAM M•1400/M•1400i............................ 30
COLOPHON ................................................................ 31
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7
CHANNEL
2
1
CHANNEL
CH
2
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
+
+
63Hz
125Hz
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
INPUT
THRUTHRU
INPUT
AMP MODE
FREQUENCY
4.5 k Hz
ON
6k Hz
2k Hz
MONO
(CHS SUMMED)
BRIDGE
LIMITER (CH1 & CH2)
OFF
FULL
RANGE
SUB
WOOFER
LOW CUT
FILTER
LOW CUT
FILTER
OUTPUT APPLICATION
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
ON
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
170 Hz
OFF
4.5k Hz
6k Hz
2k Hz
+
170 Hz
100 Hz
OFF
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
OFF
TYPICAL
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
TYPICAL
35 Hz
TYPICAL
35 Hz
STEREO
TYPICAL
STEREO
TYPICAL
AIR EQ
AIR EQ
CH
1
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
(MONO BRIDGE)
1000 WATTS
8 OHM LOAD
MONO
BRIDGE
(STEREO)
500 W/500 W
4 OHM LOAD
OUTPUTS
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
OUTPUTS
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
CONCEIVED AND DESIGNED BY MACKIE DESIGNS INC WOODINVILLE • WA
98072 • USA • MADE IN CHINA • FABRIQUE AU CHINE • PATENTS PENDING • COPYRIGHT ©1997
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIG
URE
MANUFACTURING DATE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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
CAUTION
SERIAL NUMBER
CHANNEL
2
1
CHANNEL
CH
2
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
+
+
63Hz
125Hz
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
INPUT
THRUTHRU
INPUT
AMP MODE
FREQUENCY
4.5 k Hz
ON
6k Hz
2k Hz
MONO
(CHS SUMMED)
BRIDG
E
LIMITER (CH1 & CH2)
OFF
FULL
RANGE
SUB
WOOFER
LOW CUT
FILTER
LOW CUT
FILTER
OUTPUT APPLICATION
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
ON
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
170 Hz
OFF
4.5k Hz
6k Hz
2k Hz
+
170 Hz
100 Hz
OFF
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
OFF
TYPICAL
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
TYPICAL
35 Hz
TYPICAL
35 Hz
STEREO
TYPICAL
STEREO
TYPICAL
AIR EQ
AIR EQ
CH
1
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
(MONO BRIDGE)
1000 WATTS
8 OHM LOAD
MONO
BRIDGE
(STEREO)
500 W/500 W
4 OHM LOAD
OUTPUTS
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
OUTPUTS
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
CONCEIVED AND DESIGNED BY MACKIE DESIGNS INC WOODINVILLE • WA
98072 • USA • MADE IN CHINA • FABRIQUE AU CHINE • PATENTS PENDING • COPYRIGHT ©1997
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIG
URE
MANUFACTURING DATE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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
CAUTION
SERIAL NUMBER
TYPICAL 35Hz
FROM MIXING CONSOLE MAIN OUT L/R
STEREO/TYPICAL
TYPICAL 35Hz
LIMITER ON
CD OFF
FROM MIXING
CONSOLE
AUX 1 OUT
FROM MIXING
CONSOLE
AUX 2 OUT
CD OFF
STAGE MONITOR 100Hz
STEREO/TYPICAL
STAGE MONITOR 100Hz
LIMITER ON
CD OFF
CD OFF

APPLICATION DIAGRAMS

TWO M•140
8
0i’S: MAIN SPEAKERS AND STAGE MONITORS
FROM MIXING CONSOLE
MAIN OUT
FROM MIXING CONSOLE
TYPICAL 35Hz STEREO/TYPICAL
WARNING:
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
CONCEIVED AND DESIGNED BY MACKIE DESIGNS INC WOODINVILLE • WA
98072 • USA • MADE IN CHINA • FABRIQUE AU CHINE • PATENTS PENDING • COPYRIGHT ©1997
(MONO BRIDGE)
8 OHM LOAD
500 W / 500 W 4 OHM LOAD
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE
1000 WATTS
OUTPUTS
CH
SUITABLE
(STEREO)
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
1
DO NOT OPEN
+
+
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
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
MONO BRIDGE
CH
2
+
OUTPUTS SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
SERIAL NUMBER
MANUFACTURING DATE
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
CHANNEL
1
OFF
2k Hz
LOW CUT
FILTER
TYPICAL
35 Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
4.5 k Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
BALANCED
UNBALANCED
TYPICAL
INPUT
OR
ON
OFF
AMP MODE
STEREO
(CHS SUMMED)
TYPICAL
OUTPUT APPLICATION
FULL RANGE
LIMITER
(CH1 & CH2)
STEREO TYPICAL
OFF
ON
E
G
D
MONO
I
R
B
SUB
WOOFER
FREQUENCY
125Hz
63Hz
THRUTHRU
LIMITER ONCD OFF CD OFF
M•1400 MAIN SPEAKERS AND STAGE MONITORS WITH ONE AMPLIFIER
MONITOR OUT
INPUT
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
STAGE MONITOR 100Hz
CHANNEL
2
LOW CUT
FILTER
TYPICAL 35 Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
OFF
4.5k Hz
2k Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
* SEE NOTE BELOW
WARNIN G:
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
AVIS:
MONO BRIDGE
+
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
CH
2
+
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CONCEIVED AND DESIGNED BY MACKIE DESIGNS INC WOODINVILLE • WA
98072 • USA • MADE IN CHINA • FABRIQUE AU CHINE • PATENTS PENDING • COPYRIGHT ©1997
(MONO BRIDGE)
8 OHM LOAD
500 W / 500 W 4 OHM LOAD
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE
1000 WATTS
OUTPUTS
CH
SUITABLE
(STEREO)
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
1
+
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
* NOTE: TOTAL IMPEDANCE MUST BE GREATER
THAN 2 OHMS PER CHANNEL
M•1400 EIGHT MONITOR SPEAKERS
OUTPUTS SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
SERIAL NUMBER
MANUFACTURING DATE
1
CHANNEL
OFF
2k Hz
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
LOW CUT
FILTER
TYPICAL
35 Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
4.5 k Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
FROM MIXING CONSOLE MONITOR OUT
INPUT
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
LIMITER ONCD OFF
MONO MODE
AMP MODE
MONO
B
STEREO
(CHS SUMMED)
TYPICAL
OUTPUT APPLICATION
SUB
FULL
WOOFER
RANGE
LIMITER
(CH1 & CH2)
FREQUENCY STEREO TYPICAL
OFF
ON
STAGE MONITOR 100HzSTAGE MONITOR 100Hz
R
125Hz
63Hz
THRUTHRU
BALANCED
UNBALANCED
TYPICAL
OR
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
ON
OFF
FILTER
TYPICAL 35 Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
OFF
4.5k Hz
2k Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
CHANNEL
2
LOW CUT
INPUT
E
G
D
I
CD OFF
9
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY HORNS
WARNING:
+
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
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
MONO BRIDGE
+
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
+
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CONCEIVED AND DESIGNED BY MACKIE DESIGNS INC • WOODINVILLE • WA
98072 • USA • MADE IN CHINA • FABRIQUE AU CHINE • PATENTS PENDING • COPYRIGHT ©1997
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE
(MONO BRIDGE)
1000 WATTS 8 OHM LOAD
(STEREO) 500 W/500 W 4 OHM LOAD
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
CH
OUTPUTS SUITABLE FOR CLASS
1
2 WIRING
FROM ACTIVE CROSSOVER: HIGH-FREQUENCY L/R
CHANNEL
LOW CUT
FILTER
TYPICAL 35 Hz
OFF
4.5k Hz
2k Hz
170Hz170Hz
2
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
STEREO/TYPICAL
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
CHANNEL
MANUFACTURING DATE
SERIAL NUMBER
CH
OUTPUTS SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2
2 WIRING
1
LOW CUT
FILTER
TYPICAL 35 Hz
170 Hz
OFF
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
4.5 k Hz
2k Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
INPUT
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
AMP MODE
STEREO
(CHS SUMMED)
TYPICAL
OUTPUT APPLICATION
FULL RANGE
LIMITER
(CH1 & CH2)
STEREO TYPICAL
OFF
ON
INPUT
E
G
D
I
MONO
R
B
SUB
WOOFER
FREQUENCY
125Hz
63Hz
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
THRUTHRU
LOW-FREQUENCY
CABINETS
WARNING:
+
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
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
MONO BRIDGE
+
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
+
00i’s
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CONCEIVED AND DESIGNED BY MACKIE DESIGNS INC WOODINVILLE • WA
98072 • USA • MADE IN CHINA • FABRIQUE AU CHINE • PATENTS PENDING • COPYRIGHT ©1997
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE
(MONO BRIDGE)
1000 WATTS 8 OHM LOAD
(STEREO) 500 W/500 W 4 OHM LOAD
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
* CD HORN EQ FREQUENCY SETTING DEPENDS
ON COMPRESSION DRIVER/CD HORN COMBINATION
CH
OUTPUTS SUITABLE FOR CLASS
1
2 WIRING
TWO M•14
FULL RANGE
WARNING:
+
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
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
MONO
BRIDGE
+
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
+
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CONCEIVED AND DESIGNED BY MACKIE DESIGNS INC • WOODINVILLE • WA
98072 • USA • MADE IN CHINA • FABRIQUE AU CHINE • PATENTS PENDING • COPYRIGHT ©1997
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE
(MONO BRIDGE)
1000 WATTS
OUTPUTS
8 OHM LOAD
(STEREO)
500 W / 500 W
4 OHM LOAD
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
CH
1
*3.5KHz
CD ON
LIMITER ON
FROM ACTIVE CROSSOVER: LOW-FREQUENCY L/R
TYPICAL 35Hz TYPICAL 35Hz
SERIAL NUMBER
CH
OUTPUTS SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2
2 WIRING
1
LOW CUT
FILTER
TYPICAL 35 Hz
170 Hz
OFF
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
4.5 k Hz
2k Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
CHANNEL
MANUFACTURING DATE
CD OFF CD OFF
STEREO/TYPICAL
INPUT
LIMITER
LIMITER ON
: STEREO SYSTEM WITH CD HORNS
FROM MIXING CONSOLE MAIN OUT L/R
130Hz STEREO/TYPICAL 130Hz
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
CHANNEL
MANUFACTURING DATE
SERIAL NUMBER
OUTPUTS
CH
SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
2
1
LOW CUT
FILTER
TYPICAL 35 Hz
OFF
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
4.5 k Hz
2k Hz
170 Hz
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
6k Hz
AIR EQ
INPUT
BALANCED
OR
UNBALANCED
STAGE MONITOR
100 Hz
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
LIMITER
AMP MODE
MONO
STEREO
(CHS SUMMED)
TYPICAL
OUTPUT APPLICATION
FULL RANGE
(CH1 & CH2)
STEREO TYPICAL
OFF
ON
AMP MODE
MONO
STEREO
(CHS SUMMED)
TYPICAL
OUTPUT APPLICATION
FULL
RANGE
(CH1 & CH2)
STEREO TYPICAL
OFF
ON
*3.5KHzCD ON
CHANNEL
2
LOW CUT
INPUT
E
G
D
I
R
B
SUB
WOOFER
FREQUENCY
125Hz
63Hz
THRUTHRU
E
G
D
I
R
B
SUB
WOOFER
FREQUENCY
125Hz
63Hz
THRUTHRU
FILTER
BALANCED
TYPICAL
OR
35 Hz
UNBALANCED
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
OFF
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
4.5k Hz
ON
2k Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
OFF
TYPICAL
CHANNEL
2
LOW CUT
INPUT
FILTER
BALANCED
TYPICAL
OR
35 Hz
UNBALANCED
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
OFF
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
4.5k Hz
ON
2k Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
OFF
TYPICAL
SUBWOOFERS
10
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
98072 • USA • MADE IN CHINA • FABRIQUE AU CHINE • PATENTS PENDING • COPYRIGHT ©1997
THE FOLLOWING ARE TRADEMARKS AND REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF MACKIE DESIGN INC.: "MACKIE", "FR SERIES", AND THE "RUNNING MAN" FIGURE
(MONO BRIDGE)
1000 WATTS
OUTPUTS
8 OHM LOAD
SUITABLE
(STEREO)
FOR CLASS
500 W / 500 W
2 WIRING
4 OHM LOAD
120 VAC 60 Hz
1000 WATTS
TWO M•14
WARNING:
+
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
MONO BRIDGE
+
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
CH
2
+
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
CONCEIVED AND DESIGNED BY MACKIE DESIGNS INC • WOODINVILLE • WA
CH
1
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
00’s
: STEREO SYSTEM WITH BRIDGED SUBWOOFER
OUTPUTS SUITABLE
FOR CLASS
2 WIRING
LIMITER ONCD OFF CD OFF
20Hz BRIDGE MODE 20Hz
/ BRIDGE/ MONO
CHANNEL
MANUFACTURING DATE
SERIAL NUMBER
1
LOW CUT
FILTER
TYPICAL
35 Hz
OFF
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
4.5 k Hz
2k Hz
STAGE MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
6k Hz
AIR EQ
BALANCED
UNBALANCED
TYPICAL
INPUT
OR
ON
OFF
CD OFF CD OFF
AMP MODE
E
G
D
I
MONO
R
B
STEREO
(CHS SUMMED)
TYPICAL
OUTPUT APPLICATION
SUB
FULL
WOOFER
RANGE
LIMITER
(CH1 & CH2)
FREQUENCY STEREO TYPICAL
125Hz
63Hz
OFF
ON
SUBWOOFER MODE
@ 125Hz
INPUT
THRUTHRU
BALANCED
UNBALANCED
OR
CONSTANT DIRECTIVITY
ON
OFF
TYPICAL
HORN EQ/AIR EQ
CHANNEL
OFF
2k Hz
2
LOW CUT FILTER
TYPICAL
35 Hz
STAGE
MONITOR
100 Hz
170 Hz
4.5k Hz
6k Hz
AIR EQ
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