Mackie Thump12BST, Thump15BST Users Manual

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Thump12BST • Thump15BST

1300W Advanced Powered Loudspeakers

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. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,

or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.

A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,

convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

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

12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed

by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused

for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. Servicing is

required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no object ﬁlled

with liquids, such as vases or beer glasses, shall be placed on the apparatus.

16. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of ﬁre

or electric shock.

17. This apparatus has been designed with Class-I construction and must be connected

to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection (the third grounding prong).

18. This apparatus has been equipped with a rocker-style AC mains power switch. This

switch is located on the rear panel and should remain readily accessible to the user.

19. The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, so the

disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO NOT OPEN!

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

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WARNING — To reduce the risk of ﬁre or electric

shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

CAUTION — To prevent electric shock hazard, do not

connect to mains power supply while grille is removed.

Laite on liitettävä suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan.

Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt.

Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag.

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.

PORTABLE CART

WARNING

20. 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 off 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 different 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.

21. This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

22. 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 réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par les ministere des communications du Canada.

23. This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause

undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils

radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:

(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même

si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

24. 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 the following chart.

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 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

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 John screaming at Troy about deadlines

0.5 110

0.25 or less 115 Loudest parts at a rock concert

Sound Level dBA, Slow Response

Typical Example

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 effective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city ofﬁce, waste authority, or your household waste disposal service.

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Contents Features

Owner’s Manual

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

Contents / Features ................................................ 3

Introduction / Getting Started ................................. 4

Hookup Diagrams .................................................... 5

Thump12BST / Thump15BST: Rear Panel Features .. 10

Thump Connect App ......................................... 10

1. Power Connection ....................................... 10

2. Power Switch ............................................. 10

3. XLR and 1/4" Combo Inputs ........................ 10

4. Mix Out Output .......................................... 11

5. LCD Display ................................................ 11

6. Speaker Control Knob .................................. 11

Speaker Control Functions ...................................... 12

Mixer Screen .................................................. 12

Level Setup .............................................. 12

EQ Setup | Access Menu ............................ 13

Menu Screen ................................................... 14

Mixer....................................................... 14

Speaker Mode .......................................... 14

Bluetooth ................................................. 15

Conﬁguration ............................................ 17

Lock ......................................................... 18

LCD .......................................................... 18

BBQ ......................................................... 19

Protection Circuitry ............................................... 20

Limiting .......................................................... 20

Overexcursion Protection ................................ 20

Thermal Protection .......................................... 20

AC Power ............................................................. 20

Care and Maintenance ........................................... 20

Placement ............................................................. 21

Room Acoustics ..................................................... 22

Rigging ............................................................... 23

• Power

• 1300 Watts of high quality, dynamic peak

power ampliﬁcation

• Switch-mode power supply with Power Factor Correction (PFC) for optimal performance in any AC line condition

• Drivers

• 12" low frequency, high output driver for deep bass response [Thump12BST]

• 15" low frequency, high output driver for deep bass response [Thump15BST]

• 1.4" titanium dome compression driver for extended high frequency response

• Dynamic DSP bass boost delivers maximum Thump regardless of output

• Complete system protection and performance optimization

• Independent HF & LF RMS limiters protect drivers from excess heat and damage

• Independent HF & LF peak limiters eliminate clipping and distortion

• Simple, powerful full color rear panel user control screen and knob interface

• Digitally controlled 3 channel mixer

(Ch 1/2, BT, and Main)

• High res metering

• 3 band channel EQ with HPF (Ch 1/2)

• Application speciﬁc speaker modes

• High quality wireless audio streaming and linking

• Bluetooth Streaming from Android and iOS devices

• Stereo linking of two Thump speakers

for convenient wireless music playback

• Device and link memory for quick set-up when using the same devices and speaker pair

• Thump Connect app for wireless control

Appendix A: Service Information ............................ 24

Appendix B: Technical Information .......................... 25

Thump12BST/Thump15BST Dimensions ............ 26

Thump12BST/Thump15BST Frequency Response 27

Thump12BST/Thump15BST Block Diagram ....... 28

Limited Warranty .................................................. 29

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Part No. SW1201 Rev. B 03/18

• Durable, lightweight molded enclosure

• Dual symmetrical monitor angles

• Two full grip side handles plus top carry handle and bottom rear lift pocket

• Rugged powder coated perforated steel grille with acoustically transparent cosmetic mesh

• Vertical suspension via 3 M10 ﬂy points

• 29.3 lb / 13.3 kg

• 35.1 lb / 15.9 kg

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Introduction

Getting Started

Delivering proven, chest-thumping low-end with Dynamic Bass Response™ technology in all-new, professional enclosures, the 1300W Thump™ loudspeakers take the series to a whole new level.

Get maximum versatility with built-in mixers and application-speciﬁc speaker modes. Experience the advanced DSP and wireless technology in Thump Boosted™ models with channel EQ, wireless streaming, user presets and more, all controlled with the Thump Connect™ app. And for maximum room-shaking low-end, pair your Thump speakers with the 1200W Thump18S Subwoofer.

Redesigned from the ground up, these are our most ﬂexible and powerful Thump loudspeakers ever with the class-leading performance you need.

How to Use This Manual:

After this introduction, a getting started guide will help you get things set up fast. The hookup diagrams show some typical Thump12BST and Thump15BST setups, including some that involve the Thump18S subwoofer.

This icon marks information that is critically important or unique! For your own good, read and remember them...it is a good idea to pay special attention to these areas in the Owner’s Manual marked with the “VERY IMPORTANT” hand icon.

The following steps will help you set up the

loudspeakers quickly.

1. Make all initial connections with the power switches OFF on all equipment. Make sure the master volume, level and gain controls are all the way down.

2. If using a subwoofer, connect the outputs from the mixing console (or other signal source) to the inputs on the loudspeaker, then connect the mix out to the inputs of the subwoofers. Make sure the subwoofer’s gain knob is set to “U” (unity gain).

3. If not using a subwoofer, connect the outputs from the mixing console (or other signal source) to the inputs on the rear panel of the loudspeakers.

4. Push the line cord securely into the subwoofer’s/ loudspeaker’s IEC connectors and plug the other ends into grounded AC outlets. The subwoofer/loudspeaker may accept the appropriate voltage as indicated near the IEC connector.

5. Turn the mixer (or other signal source) on.

6. Turn the subwoofer on.

7. Turn the loudspeakers on.

8. Make sure the loudspeaker’s channel levels are set to (or near) 0 dB.

9. Start the signal source and raise the mixer’s main L/R fader up to a comfortably loud listening level.

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

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displayed next to a note icon, as this icon draws attention to certain features and functions relating to the usage of the ThumpBST Series.

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:

Things to Remember:

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

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

• 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.

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Hookup Diagrams

SPEAKER VOICING

MUSIC W/ SUBWOOFER

MUSIC LIVE SPEECH

+ +

SUB SUB

MON

SPEAKER VOICING

MUSIC W/ SUBWOOFER

MUSIC LIVE SPEECH

+ +

MON

SUB SUB

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Thump loudspeakers are the perfect tool for singer-songwriters touring the local coffee shops. Bring your favorite axe and mic, Thump loudspeakers and cables and power cords.

In this example, a dynamic microphone is connected to the channel 1 input of a Thump12BST loudspeaker, used for monitoring purposes.

Now grab your axe and plug it directly into the channel 2 input. Or if you use effects, connect the guitar to the effects input and another cable from the effects output to the channel 2 input.

Another Thump12BST loudspeaker will be used for the main PA. Simply connect a cable from the Thump12BST monitor’s MIX OUT jack to the Thump12BST PA’s channel 1 input.

The last thing to connect is your device... via Bluetooth! With this, you can play backing tracks and/or programmed drum beats to accompany your brilliant performance to the adoring crowd! The bluetooth audio will stream to the monitor speaker and is linked to the main via the XLR connection.

Do not wirelessly link the loudspeakers or you will get redundant audio from the bluetooth source!

For the output, you will want to set a speaker mode, described in detail on page 14. For this type of setup, Live works well for the main Thump12BST. However, don’t count out the Music mode! Select the Monitor mode for the Thump12BST monitor.

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SPEAKER VOICING

MUSIC W/ SUBWOOFER

MUSIC LIVE SPEECH

+ +

MON

SUB SUB

LINE HI-Z

In this example, a ProFX8v2 mixer is connected directly to two Thump12BST loudspeakers. It is the perfect setup for a small club or... a fun karaoke house party! Simply connect the L/R outputs

of the ProFX8v2 mixer to the CH1 input of each Thump12BST loudspeaker. For karaoke, you could play tunes through the device (connected via Bluetooth) with mics plugged directly into the inputs (or mixer ﬁrst). Many options! Don’t forget to wirelessly link the speakers for stereo audio playback from the device and set the Speaker Mode on both loudspeakers to Music!

SPEAKER VOICING

MUSIC W/ SUBWOOFER

MUSIC LIVE SPEECH

+ +

MON

SUB SUB

LINE HI-Z

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If you desire a little more boom, add a Thump18S subwoofer to the mix. Here, the L/R outputs of a ProFX8v2 mixer are connected directly to the CH1 inputs of each Thump12BST loudspeaker. Then the Mix Out of each loudspeaker is connected to the channel A and B inputs of a single Thump18S subwoofer. Don’t forget to set the Speaker Modes to Music + Sub.

Small Club System

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SPEAKER VOICING

MUSIC W/ SUBWOOFER

MUSIC LIVE SPEECH

+ +

SUB SUB

MON

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Perhaps you’re a DJ playing bumpin’ tunes in the middle of the night to a crowd that’s groovin’ and dancin’ to your ﬁne selection.

In this example, a laptop is connected to the bluetooth channel of a Thump15BST loudspeaker which, in turn, is linked to another Thump15BST loudspeaker.

The Mix Out of each loudspeaker is connected to the channel A input of each Thump18S subwoofer and a set of headphones is connected to the phones jack of the laptop.

The Speaker Modes of both loudspeakers may be set to Music + Sub. Would you look at that! Minimal cable spaghetti and up to 300 feet of bluetooth connectivity. A winning combination!

DJ System

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To next Thump

loudspeaker

input

To next Thump

loudspeaker

input

Main Outs

1402VLZ4 Mixer

To next Thump

loudspeaker

input

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Thump loudspeakers may be daisy-chained via the male XLR connector labeled “MIX OUT”. Simply plug the signal source (i.e., mixer output or microphone) into the input jack(s), and patch that loudspeaker’s mix out jack to the next loudspeaker’s input jack, and so on, daisy-chaining multiple Thump loudspeakers. See above for visual representations of daisy-chaining.

Daisy-Chaining Multiple Thump Loudspeakers

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SPEAKER VOICING

MUSIC W/ SUBWOOFER

MUSIC LIVE SPEECH

+ +

MON

SUB SUB

SPEAKER VOICING

MUSIC W/ SUBWOOFER

MUSIC LIVE SPEECH

+ +

MON

SUB SUB

Here’s how to set up a large club system. In this example, the L/R outputs of a DL1608 mixer are connected directly to the CH1 inputs of a pair of Thump15BST loudspeakers. The Speaker Modes of these PA loudspeakers may be set to Music + Sub.

The Mix Out of each loudspeaker is then connected to the channel A input of a pair of Thump18S subwoofers.From here, the channel A full range outputs of the two outer Thump18S subwoofers are connected directly to the channel A inputs of another set of Thump18S subwoofers. Talk about beefy low end!

The aux 1 and aux 2 sends from the mixer are connected directly to the CH1 inputs of a pair of Thump12BST loudspeakers to be used as monitors for the band. The Speaker Modes of the monitor loudspeakers may be set to Monitor.

There is no device shown in this hookup diagram, but it is entirely possible to connect one... after all, there is still a Bluetooth channel! It would be good for playback music during band breaks and set changeovers. The possibilities are endless!

Large Club System

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Thump12BST / Thump15BST Loudspeakers: Rear Panel Features

2. Power Switch

Press the top of this rocker switch inwards to turn on the loudspeaker. Press the bottom of this rocker switch inwards to turn off the loudspeaker.

As a general guide, the mixer (or other signal source) should be turned on ﬁrst,

subwoofers next, and loudspeakers last. As such, the loudspeakers should also be turned off ﬁrst, followed by the subwoofers, then the mixer. This will reduce the possibility of any turn-on or turn-off thumps and other noises generated by any upstream equipment from coming out of the speakers.

3. XLR and 1/4" Combo Inputs

Both input channels may accept a balanced mic signal using an XLR connector. They are wired as follows, according to standards speciﬁed by the AES (Audio Engineering Society).

XLR Balanced Wiring:

Pin 1 = Shield (ground) Pin 2 = Positive (+ or hot) Pin 3 = Negative (– or cold)

Thump Connect App

ThumpBST loudspeakers are designed to be used in conjunction with the Thump Connect App. With it, all of the hardware features listed here – and more! – may be controlled remotely via Bluetooth connection. The only thing the Thump Connect App can’t do is turn the unit on and off.

More information about the Thump Connect App may be found by visiting the Thump Connect App Reference Guide.

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1. Power Connection

This is a standard 3-prong IEC power connector. Connect the detachable power cord (included in the packaging with the loudspeaker) to the power receptacle, and plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.

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

SHIELD

HOT

COLD

SHIELD

COLD

HOT

In addition to accepting a balanced mic signal using an XLR connector, these input channels may also accept 1/4" line-level signals driven by balanced or unbalanced sources.

Additionally, both input channels may accept Hi-Z sources (such as guitars) via the 1/4" input without the need for a separate DI box.

To connect balanced lines to these inputs, use a 1/4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve (TRS) plug. “TRS” stands for Tip-Ring-Sleeve, the three connection points available on a stereo 1/4" or balanced phone jack or plug. TRS jacks and plugs are used for balanced signals and are wired as follows:

1/4" TRS Balanced Mono Wiring:

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

Disconnecting the plug’s ground pin is dangerous. Don’t do it!

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TIPSLEEVE

SLEEVERING

TIP

RING

TIP

SLEEVE

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SLEEVE

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To connect unbalanced lines to these inputs, use

a 1/4" mono (TS) phone plug, wired as follows:

1/4" TS Unbalanced Mono Wiring:

Sleeve = Shield Tip = Hot (+)

SLEEVE

TIP

TIPSLEEVE

TIP

NEVER connect the output of an ampliﬁer directly to a Thump’s input jack. This could damage the input circuitry!

4. Mix Out

This is a male XLR-type connector that produces exactly the same signal that is connected to the input jacks. Use it to daisy-chain several Thump loudspeakers together off the same signal source(s).

5. LCD Display

This modern, high-resolution, all-color TFT LCD Display is one of the most vital features of the ThumpBST loudspeaker. It displays loudspeaker information including (but not limited to) levels, EQ, selected voicing, pairing the speakers and a bluetooth device, settings, lock / unlock status and other parameters. This is simply for for control and monitoring locally at the loudspeaker.

The brightness is controllable, but an overall screen brightness is required for certain aspects of the set-up options.

1 2 BT Main

5 6

They are wired as follows, according to standards

speciﬁed by the AES (Audio Engineering Society):

Balanced XLR Output Connector

Pin 1 – Shield (ground) Pin 2 – Positive (+ or hot) Pin 3 – Negative (– or cold)

SHIELD

COLD

Balanced XLR Output Connector

HOT

SHIELD

COLD

HOT

See page 8 to learn more about daisy-chaining Thump

loudspeakers.

6. Speaker Control Knob

This push-button rotary encoder allows you to access functions such as channel and master level control and metering, application speciﬁc voicings & EQ, wireless conﬁguration, setup functions, product information and much more! Details forthcoming...

The Bluetooth connection may disconnect when affected by electrostatic discharge (ESD) or electrical fast transients (EFT). If this occurs, manually reconnect the

Bluetooth connection.

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Speaker Control Functions

1 2 BT Main

CONFIG LOCK LCD

1 -5 MainBT

Mixer Screen

The following list provides the high level navigation items, in order, on the user interface and their subsequent user controlled parameters.

There are two screens to choose from as the default with each containing an array of sub-menus:

Mixer – I/O metering, level control, channel selection and control and more.

Levels

As seen in the ﬁrst screen shot to the left, the mixer screen is a representation of a mixer... a mixer on a loudspeaker? What?! Yup!

Level Setup

Rotate the speaker control knob to scroll between the selections. The current selection will illuminate in a can’t-miss DayGlo green. In this example, channel 1 is selected. Once the parameter you want to change is illuminated, press the knob to enter edit mode.

The top row selections change the levels of input channels 1, 2 and BT and the Main output. Notice in the screenshots below how each parameter illuminates as the speaker control knob is rotated to the right from channel 1 to 2, Bluetooth (BT) and the Main output last.

1 2 BT Main 1 2 BT Main

EQ Menu

Menu – Provides icon selectors for all user-controllable functions.

Mixer

MIXER

Mode

MODE BT

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Conﬁg

Lock

1 2 BT Main 1 2 BT Main

In order to change the level, push the speaker control knob when the desired channel is illuminated. In the same example, notice how the channel 2 fader has been moved to the –5 dB mark. Once the level you desire has been dialed in, press the speaker control knob again to return to the mixer screen.

LCD

We will go through each, how to get there and how

to change settings.

After a selection is made, the LCD screen will revert

to your choice – either the Mixer or Menu screen – after 30 seconds of (speaker control) inactivity. You yourself may continue to be as active (or inactive)as you want.

Rotate the speaker control knob to navigate between the selections and push the button to open and edit the parameters.

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The level control ranges are as follows:

• Channels 1 and 2: –30 dB to +40 dB

• Bluetooth: –20 dB to 0 dB

• Main Output: –60 dB to +10 dB

All four may also be muted (via the Thump Connect app). Red fader caps indicate a muted channel, while white

fader caps indicate unmuted channels. A muted channel will unmute once a level is changed via the speaker control knob (or Thump Connect).

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EQ Setup | Access Menu

1 2 BT Main

Now, the bottom row also houses input channels 1, 2 and BT. But instead of raising or lowering levels, this is where to adjust each channels’ EQ. Additonally, this is where to access the Menu screen.

1 2 BT Main 1 2 BT Main

As seen below, we changed the channel 1 high, mid and low EQ to +5 and the HPF setting to 110 Hz. Press the speaker control knob to return to the previous screen once the EQ settings you desire have been dialed in.

High +5

High 0dB

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1 2 BT Main 1 2 BT Main

In order to change a channel’s EQ, push the speaker control knob when the desired channel’s EQ icon is illuminated.

Next, push the speaker control knob again once the EQ you want to change is illuminated. See below.

Mid 0dB

Low 0dB

HPF 20Hz

High 0dB High 0dB

Mid 0dB

Low +5

HPF 20Hz

Mid +5

Low 0dB

HPF 20Hz

Mid 0dB

Low 0dB

HPF 110Hz

In addition to the four EQ choices shown above, there’s a ﬁfth and ﬁnal selection: the left-facing arrow. Illuminating and selecting this simply returns you to the main mixer screen.

High 0dB

Mid 0dB

High 0dB

Mid 0dB

Low 0dB

HPF 20Hz

High 0dB

Mid 0dB

Low 0dB

HPF 20Hz

The EQ ranges are as follows:

• High: ±12 dB

• Mid: ±12 dB @ 2.5 kHz

• Low: ±12 dB @ 80 Hz

• HPF: 20 Hz – 400 Hz at 12 dB per octave

High 0dB

Mid 0dB

Low 0dB

HPF 20Hz

High 0dB

Mid 0dB

Low 0dB

HPF 20Hz

@ 6 kHz [Channels 1 and 2] @ 12 kHz [Bluetooth]

[Channels 1 and 2 only]

Low 0dB

HPF 20Hz

Other than the aforementioned EQ settings screen, this is also where to access the menu screen. From the mixer screen, simply rotate the speaker control knob right until the bottom right icon is illuminated (A). Then push the knob to enter the menu screen (B).

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

(A) (B)

Let’s take a look and see what the menu screen does. The ﬁrst step is to ﬂip the page!

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Menu Screen

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

SPEAKER VOICING

The menu screen displays six icons. Like the mixer screen, just rotate the speaker control knob until the icon of the parameter you want to change is illuminated. Then push the knob to enter that icon’s screen.

The six icon selectors are as follows:

• Mixer

• Speaker Mode

• Bluetooth

• Conﬁguration

• Lock

• LCD

We’ll go through each one, starting with mixer at the top left.

Speaker Mode

Speaker mode allows you to change the loudspeaker’s speaker mode to tailor it to best suit your particular application.

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

The six speaker modes are as follows:

• Music – This mode is full range, but focuses on increased bass and brilliant high frequencies. This is the place to start for most DJ / music playback applications.

Mixer

This is the easiest to describe since we just went through the mixer screen on the last two pages! To recap, though, the mixer screen is where to set levels and channel EQ.

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

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• Live – This mode features a low frequency roll-off to get rid of unwanted thumps and adds boost and sparkle to mid-range and high frequencies. This plug-and-play mode is perfect for singer- songwriters.

• Speech – This mode features a signiﬁcant low frequency roll-off to get rid of unwanted thumps. It also adds boost and sparkle to mid-range and high frequencies, critical for speech applications.

This plug-and-play mode is perfect for larger venue applications where speech is the primary audio source in need of clear and precise intelligibility.

• Music + Sub – This mode rolls off the low end of the ThumpBST loudspeaker to match

MUSIC W/ SUBWOOFER

MUSIC LIVE SPEECH

properly with the Thump18S subwoofer.

+ +

SUB SUB

MON

• Live + Sub – This mode rolls off the low end of the ThumpBST loudspeaker to match properly with the Thump18S subwoofer.

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• Monitor – This mode features a low frequency roll-off and a reduction around 2 kHz to ensure maximum gain before feedback in monitor applications.

As you had done previously, just rotate the speaker control knob until the speaker mode you desire is illuminated, then push to select it. As seen above, we selected Music + Sub.

Refer to the Frequency Response graphs on page 27 for further information.

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Bluetooth

PAIRED

NOT PAIRED

CONNECT

PAIRED

DISCONNECT

NOT PAIRED

This is where to set up and view wireless connectivity

options for the devices and speakers.

Notice how the icon of the device also illuminates

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when paired.

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

Below is a list of the parameters that may be edited:

Device – The device may either be paired or not

paired.

To pair:

(1) Make sure “connect” is illuminated and push

the speaker control knob.

NOT PAIRED

CONNECT

NOT LINKED

CONNECT BT MODE: ZONE

(2) The text “not paired” will change to “discoverable...” and “connect” will change to “cancel”. From here, you can either (A) turn the device and device’s bluetooth on to pair, or (B) push the speaker control knob to cancel the action.

DISCOVERABLE...

CANCEL

The Bluetooth connection may disconnect when affected by electrostatic discharge (ESD) or electrical fast transients (EFT). If this occurs, manually reconnect the

Bluetooth connection.

ThumpBST Loudpeaker – The loudspeaker may either be linked or not linked. Additionally, this is where to select the bluetooth mode [zone or stereo]. Lastly, if the bluetooth mode is stereo, you may select which loudspeaker is located on the left and which is on the right.

To link:

The steps to link speakers is quite similar to that of pairing a device. (1) Make sure “connect” is illuminated and push the speaker control knob.

CONNECT

NOT LINKED

CONNECT

BT MODE: ZONE

NOT LINKED

CONNECT BT MODE: ZONE

(3) The text “discoverable...” will change to “paired” and “cancel” will change to “disconnect”. From here, you can either (A) use the device and Thump Connect app to control the loudspeakers, or (B) push the speaker control knob to disconnect.

DISCONNECT

NOT LINKED

CONNECT BT MODE: ZONE

(2) The text “not linked” will change to “searching...” and “connect” will change to “cancel”. From here, you can either (A) turn the other ThumpBST on and follow these same steps to link, or (B) push the speaker control knob to cancel the action.

NOT PAIRED

CONNECT

SEARCHING...

CANCEL

BT MODE: ZONE

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(3) The text “searching...” will change to “primary”

NOT PAIRED

CONNECT

NOT LINKED

CONNECT BT MODE: ZONE

NOT PAIRED

CONNECT

PRIMARY

DISCONNECT

BT MODE: ZONE

NOT PAIRED

on one loudspeaker and “secondary” on the other. Also, “cancel” will change to “disconnect”. From here, you can either (A) select a Bluetooth mode (see below), or (B) push the speaker control knob to disconnect.

CONNECT

PRIMARY

DISCONNECT

BT MODE: ZONE

CONNECT

SECONDARY

DISCONNECT

BT MODE: ZONE

Notice how the icon of the loudspeaker also

illuminates when linked.

BT Mode – This is where to select the bluetooth mode [zone or stereo]. Rotate the speaker control knob until BT mode is illuminated then push it to enter and edit the BT mode.

CONNECT

STEREO: The stereo setting is your default two loudspeaker setup, ideal for applications such as a party, DJ, etc., where a device is paired and streaming music in stereo. Here the main level controls both speakers.

The following channels are available when the Thump BSTs are linked in stereo:

• Ch. 1 Primary or Secondary

• Ch. 2 Primary or Secondary

• Bluetooth

• Stereo Main

If the bluetooth mode is set to stereo, you may select which loudspeaker is located on the left and which is on the right. Simply rotate the speaker control knob so that channel is illuminated, then push the button to enter and edit.

CONNECT

NOT LINKED

CONNECT BT MODE: STEREO

CHANNEL:

LEFT

Rotate to illuminate your choice – left or right – then push the button to select.

NOT LINKED

CONNECT

BT MODE: ZONE

From here, rotate the speaker control knob until the bluetooth mode you prefer is illuminated: zone or stereo. Then push to select.

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NOT PAIRED

CONNECT

NOT LINKED

CONNECT BT MODE: ZONE

NOT PAIRED

CONNECT

NOT LINKED

CONNECT BT MODE: STEREO CHANNEL: LEFT

Zone Stereo

So what’s the difference? Let’s take a look!

CONNECT

NOT LINKED

CONNECT BT MODE: STEREO CHANNEL:

LEFT

CONNECT

NOT LINKED

CONNECT BT MODE: STEREO CHANNEL:

Left Right

ZONE: The zone mode setting is your optional loudspeaker setup, ideal for when the speakers are placed in different locations and allows for separate main level controls.

ThumpBST loudspeakers in zone mode setting will receive a mono-summed signal.

The following channels are available when the Thump BSTs are linked in zone mode:

• Ch. 1 Primary or Secondary

• Ch. 2 Primary or Secondary

• Bluetooth

• Primary or Secondary Main

RIGHT

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As before, illuminating and selecting the left-facing

arrow returns you to the previous screen.

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Conﬁguration

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

CONFIG

ABOUT

This is where to conﬁgure each speaker’s LED status,

auto connect / link bluetooth and more.

Auto Link BT – Allows two previously paired

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speakers to automatically re-link if both are powered on and in range. When illuminated, push the speaker control knob to select between on or off.

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

This is similar to what you will see after ﬁrst entering

the conﬁguration screen.

Front LED:

Auto Pair BT:

Auto Link BT:

About

Restore

OFF

To change a setting, you will just need to rotate the speaker control knob until the conﬁguration you desire to change is illuminated, then push to select it.

Front LED:

Auto Pair BT:

Auto Link BT:

About

Restore

OFF

Front LED:

Auto Pair BT:

Auto Link BT:

About

Restore

On Off

About – Displays the current information about your loudspeaker. There is really only one reason to go here and that is if you’ve been directed so by Technical Support.

Front LED:

Auto Pair BT:

Auto Link BT:

About

Restore

OFF

Firmware: v0.1.48 DSP: 15.3.03 BT: 1.14.54 ID: 00:12:6F:D6:85:0A

OFF

These are the choices from top to bottom:

Front LED – Decide if you want the front LED on or off. When illuminated, push the speaker control knob to select between on or off.

Front LED:

Auto Pair BT:

Auto Link BT:

About

Restore

OFF

Front LED:

Auto Pair BT:

Auto Link BT:

About

Restore

On Off

Auto Pair BT – Allows a previously paired device to auto reconnect if both the device and speaker are powered on and in range. When illuminated, push the speaker control knob to select between on or off.

Restore – Restores all parameters back to their default. This is a permanent reset with no undo, so a conﬁrmation dialog helps prevent accidents.

RESTORE FACTORY

DEFAULTS?

OFF

YES NO

Yes No

Illuminating and selecting the left-facing arrow

returns you to the previous screen.

RESTORE FACTORY

DEFAULTS?

Front LED:

Auto Pair BT:

Auto Link BT:

About

Restore

OFF

Front LED:

Auto Pair BT:

Auto Link BT:

About

Restore

On Off

OFF

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Lock

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

CONTROL ACCESS

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

LCD SETTINGS

LCD

This is where to lock and unlock the interface with

a secret 4-digit numeric password.

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

Locking – Push the speaker control knob to enter lock mode. From here, rotate the speaker control knob until the ﬁrst number you desire is illuminated and press to select. Follow the same procedure for the next three numbers.

As seen below, we decided to go with 1-2-3-4 because that’s (a “5” shy of) the same code that was used on Spaceballs. Notice how “lock” appears and is illuminated. Push the knob again to conﬁrm the lock.

On the bottom-right is the LCD screen, where you may change the settings for the screen saver and (mixer and menu) home screen.

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT

After pushing the speaker control knob on the LCD screen, you will see something that looks like this:

Brightness:

Home Screen:

LOW

MIXER

32 4

1 213 4 5 6 7 8 9 0

DEL

No further changes may be made until the control

access is unlocked.

Unlocking – If you try to make any changes or select anything, you will be routed directly to the lock screen and the control access section. Here you will need to re-enter the 4-digit code and push

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the speaker control knob to unlock.

Secret Squirrel Unlock – If you – or worse, someone else! – set up a 4-digit lock code and you don’t know the passcode, there is a quick ﬁx. Simply press and hold down the speaker control knob down for a few seconds and it will automatically unlock.

LOCK

The parameter on top is LCD brightness. Push the speaker control knob again to edit the brightness. There are three choices: low, high and off.

Brightness:

Home Screen:

LOW

MIXER

Brightness:

Home Screen:

HIGH

MIXER

Brightness:

Home Screen:

Low High Off

The brightness is controllable, but an overall screen brightness is required for certain aspects of the set-up options.

The next parameter that may be changed is the home screen. Here there are two choices: mixer and menu.

Brightness:

Home Screen:

LOW

MIXER

OFF

MIXER

Del, of course, deletes the previous selected number in case you made an oopsie. This is available whether locking or unlocking.

Illuminating and selecting the left-facing arrow re-

turns you to the previous screen.

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Both screens were shown and described several pages

LCD SETTINGS

CONFIG LOCK LCD

LCD SETTINGS

1 2 BT Main

BBQ SETTINGS

ago, but they’re shown again below.

After pushing the speaker control knob on the BBQ

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screen, you will see something that looks like this:

Brightness:

Home Screen:

LOW

MIXER

Mixer

Brightness:

Home Screen:

LOW

MIXER

And, like before, illuminating and selecting the left-facing arrow returns you to the previous screen.

MODE BT

Food:

Beverage:

Game: CROQUET

STEAK

BEER

The editable parameter on top is food. Push the speaker control knob again to edit the food. There are a variety of choices:

• Steak

• Burgers

• Hot Dogs

• Chicken / Wings

• Baby Back Ribs

• Fish

• Shish Kabobs

• Corn / Veggies

BBQ

Last, but not least... the BBQ screen! Who doesn’t like to ﬁre up the grill on a hot summer day, hang out with friends and drink ice cold beverages... perfection, right? Well, we agree, and decided to have a built-in BBQ right in the ThumpBST Series. Genius!

Simply rotate the speaker control knob until the grill is illuminated, then press to enter BBQ edit mode.

MIXER

CONFIG LOCK LCD

MODE BT NA

BBQ

The next parameter that may be changed is the choice of frosty beverage. As with food, there are multiple options:

• Beer

• Wine

• Mixed Drinks

• Lemonade / Iced Tea

• Soda

Food:

Beverage:

Games: CROQUET

• Water

• Coffee

The third – and ﬁnal – parameter that may be changed are the games. Again, many choices:

• Cornhole

• Croquet

• Horseshoes

• Ring Toss

• Beer Pong

Food:

Beverage:

Games: CROQUET

• Water Balloon Dodge Ball

• Wet T-shirt Contest

• Lawn Twister

• Sack Race

STEAK

BEER

STEAK

BEER

While a ThumpBST grille is one letter extra that of grill – and may feasibly be used as a grill – we don’t recommend using it as such.

As always, illuminating and selecting the left-facing arrow returns you to the previous screen.

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Protection Circuitry

AC Power

Thump loudspeakers employ a built-in limiter for less distortion at peak levels. A dynamic bass response circuit provides optimal low frequency response regardless of overall output level. Additional protection includes automatic thermal shutdown should the amp overheat. However, with Class-D amp technology, which is highly-efﬁcient, this should never be a problem.

The protection circuits are designed to protect the loudspeakers under reasonable

and sensible conditions. Should you choose to ignore the warning signs [e.g. excessive distortion], you can still damage the speaker in the loudspeaker by overdriving it past the point of ampliﬁer clipping. Such damage is beyond the scope of the warranty.

Limiting

The driver has its own compression circuit which helps protect it from damaging transient peaks. The compressor is designed to be transparent and is not noticeable under normal operating conditions.

Be sure the Thump loudspeaker is plugged into an outlet that is able to supply the correct voltage speciﬁed for your model. It will continue to operate at lower voltages, but will not reach full power. Be sure the electrical service can supply enough amperage for all the components connected to it.

We recommend that a stiff (robust) supply of AC power be used because the ampliﬁers place high current demands on the AC line. The more power that is available on the line, the louder the speakers will play and the more peak output power will be available for a cleaner, punchier bass. A suspected problem of “poor bass performance” is often caused by a weak AC supply to the ampliﬁers.

Never remove the ground pin on the power cord or any other component of the Thump loudspeaker. This is very dangerous.

Overexcursion Protection

A subsonic ﬁlter circuit just prior to the power ampliﬁer prevents ultra-low frequencies from being ampliﬁed. Excessive low-frequency energy can damage the woofer by causing it to “bottom out,” also know as overexcursion, which is equivalent to a mechanical form of clipping.

Thermal Protection

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All ampliﬁers produce heat. Thump loudspeakers are designed to be efﬁcient both electrically and thermally. In the unlikely event of the ampliﬁer overheating, a built-in thermal switch will activate, muting the signal.

When the ampliﬁer has cooled down to a safe operating temperature, the thermal switch resets itself, and the Thump loudspeaker resumes normal operation.

If the thermal switch activates, try turning down the level control a notch or two on the mixing console (or via the Speaker Control knob) to avoid overheating the ampliﬁer. Be aware that direct sunlight and/or hot stage lights may be the culprit of an ampliﬁer overheating.

Care and Maintenance

Your Thump loudspeakers will provide many years of

reliable service if you follow these guidelines:

• Avoid exposing the loudspeakers to moisture. If they are set up outdoors, be sure they are under cover if rain is expected.

• Avoid exposure to extreme cold (below freezing temperatures). If you must operate the loudspeakers in a cold environment, warm up the voice coils slowly by sending a low-level signal through them for about 15 minutes prior to high-power operation.

• Use a dry cloth to clean the cabinets. Only do this when the power is turned off. Avoid getting moisture into any of the openings of the cabinet, particularly where the drivers are located.

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Placement

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WARNING: Installation should only be done by an experienced technician. Improper

installation may result in damage to the equipment, injury or death. Make sure that the loudspeaker is installed in a stable and secure way in order to avoid any conditions that may be dangerous for persons or structures.

Thump loudspeakers are designed to sit on the ﬂoor or stage as the main PA or as monitors. They may also be pole-mounted via the built-in socket on the bottom of the cabinet. Be sure the pole is capable of supporting the weight of the loudspeaker. The SPM200 is a great option when using a subwoofer.

These loudspeakers may also be ﬂown via their integrated ﬂy points as detailed on page 23. Be sure to read the PA-A1 Eyebolt Installation Instructions, as well.

NEVER attempt to suspend a Thump loudspeaker by its handles.

When two cabinets are positioned side-by-side such that the rear-angled faces of the enclosures are parallel, the splay angle will be 90º. This matches the 90˚ horizontal coverage pattern of each individual loudspeaker; the interference between the two cabinets will be minimized, but the total coverage of 180˚ may be too wide for some applications. The mid and high frequencies may also be reduced for those in the center who are too close to the loudspeakers.

Reducing the splay angle will reduce the total horizontal coverage, but it also creates an area both speakers are covering. Instead of a nearﬁeld hole, this will cause comb-ﬁltering effects in the frequency response in the overlapping area. The smaller the splay angle, the more energy will be delivered on-axis, but the comb-ﬁltering effects will get worse at the same time.

Top

Check to make sure that the support surface (e.g. ﬂoor, etc.) has the necessary mechanical characteristics to support the weight of the loudspeaker(s).

When pole-mounting loudspeakers, be sure that they are stabilized and secured from falling over or being accidentally pushed over. Failure to follow these precautions may result in damage to the equipment, personal injury, or death.

As with any powered components, protect them from moisture. Avoid installing the loudspeaker in places exposed to harsh weather conditions. If you are setting them up outdoors, make sure they are under cover if you expect rain.

Thump loudspeakers are NOT designed to array horizontally. If you feel you must put two speakers side-by-side, you should have a good understanding of the relationship between the splay angle (the angle between the facing sides of the cabinets) and frequency cancellation effects between cabinets.

900 Dispersion up to 23 kHz

To reiterate, though, we strongly suggest NOT arraying these loudspeakers horizontally. Experimentation and experience will help you ﬁnd the right balance for your application.

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Room Acoustics

Thump loudspeakers are designed to sound fantastic

in nearly every application.

But, room acoustics play a crucial role in the overall performance of a sound system. However, the wide highfrequency dispersion of the Thump loudspeakers helps to minimize the problems that typically arise.

Here are some additional placement tips to help overcome some typical room problems that might arise:

• Placing loudspeakers in the corners of a room increases the low frequency output and can cause the sound to be muddy and indistinct.

• Placing loudspeakers against a wall increases the low frequency output, though not as much as corner placement. However, this is a good way to reinforce the low frequencies, if so desired.

• Avoid placing the speakers directly on a hollow stage ﬂoor. A hollow stage can resonate at certain frequencies, causing peaks and dips in the frequency response of the room. It is better to place them on a sturdy stand designed to handle the weight of the loudspeaker.

• Highly reverberant rooms, like many gymnasiums and auditoriums, are a nightmare for sound system intelligibility. Multiple reﬂections off the hard walls, ceiling, and ﬂoor play havoc with the sound. Depending on the situation, you may be able to take some steps to minimize the reﬂections, such as putting carpeting on the ﬂoors, closing draperies to cover large glass windows, or hanging tapestries or other materials on the walls to absorb some of the sound.

However, in most cases, these remedies are not

possible or practical. So what do you do? Making the sound system louder generally doesn’t work because the reﬂections become louder, too. The best approach is to provide as much direct sound coverage to the audience as possible. The farther away you are from the speaker, the more prominent will be the reﬂected sound.

Use more speakers strategically placed so they

are closer to the back of the audience. If the distance between the front and back speakers is more than about 100 feet, you should use a delay processor to time-align the sound. (Since sound travels about 1 foot per millisecond, it takes about 1/10 of a second to travel 100 feet.)

Keep in mind that the speaker mode is a great way to compensate for some of these issues. See page 14 for more information.

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• Position the loudspeakers so the highfrequency drivers are two to four feet above ear level for the audience (making allowances for an audience that may be standing/dancing in the aisles). High frequencies are highly directional and tend to be absorbed much easier than lower frequencies. By providing direct line-of-sight from the loudspeakers to the audience, you increase the overall brightness and intelligibility of the sound system.

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Rigging

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Rigging Hardware and Accessories

WARNING: Installation should only be done by an experienced technician. Improper

WARNING: The cabinet is suitable for rigging

via its ﬂy points. NEVER attempt to suspend

a Thump loudspeaker by its handle.

Rigging Design Practices

Rigging a loudspeaker requires determining:

1. The rigging methods and hardware that meet static, shock, dynamic, and any other load requirements for supporting the loudspeaker from structure.

2. The design factor and required WLL (Working Load Limit) for this support.

We strongly recommend the following rigging practices:

1. Documentation: Thoroughly document the design with detailed drawings and parts lists.

Rigging our loudspeakers will invariably require hardware not supplied by us. Various types of load-rated hardware are available from a variety of third-party sources. There are a number of such companies specializing in manufacturing hardware for designing and installing rigging systems. Each one of these tasks is a discipline in its own right. Because of the hazardous nature of rigging work and the potential liability, engage companies that specialize in these disciplines to do the work required.

We do offer certain accessory rigging items and some of them may be used with a variety of products. While these accessories are intended to facilitate installation, the wide variety of possible installation conditions and array conﬁgurations do not permit us to determine their suitability or load rating for any particular application.

We are not in the business of providing complete rigging systems, either as designers, manufacturers, or installers. It is the responsibility of the installer to provide a properly engineered, load-certiﬁed rigging system for supporting the loudspeaker from structure.

Thump loudspeakers may be individually ﬂown using a PA-A1 Eyebolt Kit, part number

0031943.

2. Analysis: Have a qualiﬁed professional, such as a licensed Professional Engineer, review and approve the design before its implementation.

3. Installation: Have a qualiﬁed professional rigger do the installation and inspection.

4. Safety: Use adequate safety precautions and back-up systems.

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MP = Mounting Point

Rigging Notes

The Thump loudspeaker’s integral mounting points are designed to support only the weight of their own loudspeaker with suitable, external hardware. This means that each Thump loudspeaker must be supported independently of any other Thump loudspeaker and any other loads. All rigging points must be used to hang an Thump loudspeaker.

MP MP

Top Rear

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Appendix A: Service Information

Poor sound

• Is it loud and distorted? Make sure that you’re not overdriving a stage in the signal chain. Verify that all level controls are set properly.

If you think your Thump loudspeaker has a problem, please check out the following troubleshooting tips and do your best to conﬁrm the problem. Visit the Support section of our website (www.mackie.com/support) where you will ﬁnd lots of useful information such as FAQs and other documentation. You may ﬁnd the answer to the problem without having to part with your loudspeaker.

Troubleshooting

No power

• Our favorite question: Is it plugged in? Make sure

the AC outlet is live [check with a tester or lamp].

• Our next favorite question: Is the power switch

on? If not, try turning it on.

• Make sure the line cord is securely seated in the line cord socket and plugged all the way into the AC outlet.

• Is the power 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.

No sound

• 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. Look at the

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level meter to ensure that the mixer is receiving a signal.

• Is the signal source working? Make sure the connecting cables are in good repair and securely connected at both ends. Make sure the output level control on the mixing console is turned up sufﬁciently to drive the inputs of the speaker.

• Make sure the mixer does not have a mute on or a processor loop engaged. If you ﬁnd something like this, make sure the level is turned down before disengaging the offending switch.

• Has it shut down? Make sure there is at least six inches of free space behind each Thump loudspeaker.

• Is the input connector plugged completely into

the jack? Be sure all connections are secure.

Noise

• Make sure all connections to the active

loudspeakers are good and sound.

• Make sure none of the signal cables are routed near AC cables, power transformers, or other EMI-inducing devices.

• Is there a light dimmer or other SCR-based device on the same AC circuit as the Thump loudspeaker? Use an AC line ﬁlter or plug the loudspeaker into a different AC circuit.

Hum

• Try disconnecting the cable connected to the input jack. If the noise disappears, it could be a “ground loop,” rather than a problem with the Thump loudspeaker. 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 Issues

• Please email or call Technical Support if you are having Bluetooth connection issues:

o mackie.com/support-contact o 1-800-898-3211

Repair

For warranty service, refer to the warranty

information on page 29.

Non-warranty service is available at a factoryauthorized service center. To locate the nearest service center, visit www.mackie.com/support/servicelocator. Service for Thump loudspeakers living outside the United States may be obtained through local dealers or distributors.

If you do not have access to our website, please call our Tech Support department at 1-800-898-3211 (normal business hours, Paciﬁc Time), to explain the problem. They will tell you where the nearest factoryauthorized service center is located in your area.

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Appendix B: Technical Information

Thump12BST / Thump15BST Loudspeakers Speciﬁcations

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Acoustic Performance

Frequency Range (–10 dB): 50 Hz – 23 kHz [Thump12BST]

32 Hz – 23 kHz [Thump15BST]

Frequency Range (–3 dB): 57 Hz – 20 kHz [Thump12BST]

39 Hz – 20 kHz [Thump15BST]

Horizontal Coverage Angle: 90º

Vertical Coverage Angle: 60º

Maximum SPL Peak: 126 dB [Thump12BST] 127 dB [Thump15BST]

Monitor Angle 45˚

Transducers

Low Frequency: 12 in / 305 mm [Thump12BST] 15 in / 381 mm [Thump15BST]

with ferrite

High Frequency: 1.4 in / 36 mm Titanium dome

compression driver

Power Ampliﬁers

System Power Ampliﬁcation

Rated Power 1300 watts peak

Low Frequency Power Ampliﬁer

Rated Power: 1000 watts peak

Rated THD < 1%

Cooling Convection

Design: Class D

High Frequency Power Ampliﬁer

Rated Power: 300 watts peak

Rated THD < 1%

Cooling Convection

Design: Class AB

System Processing

Channel EQ 3-band, HPF

Main EQ 6 speaker modes

Loudspeaker Link Stereo / Zone [BT Mode]

LCD Settings Screen Saver / Home Screen

Equalization

Low ±12 dB @ 80 Hz

Mid ±12 dB @ 2.5 kHz

High ±12 dB @ 6 kHz [Ch. 1/2]

±12 dB @ 12 kHz [Bluetooth]

Increments ±1 dB

HPF 20 Hz – 400 Hz

@12 dB / octave [Ch. 1/2 only]

Input/Output

Input Type: 2x Female XLR Balanced

/ 1/4" Unbalanced

Mic-Line Impedance: 8 k balanced

1/4" TS, Wide-Z™ Impedance: 1 M unbalanced

Mix Out: Male XLR Balanced

Mix Out Impedance: 600 balanced

Main Control: Rotating knob

Electronic Crossover

Crossover Type: 24 dB/octave

Crossover Frequency: 2 kHz

Line Input Power

Detachable line cord 100 – 240 VAC, 50 – 60 Hz, 75W

AC Connector 3-pin IEC 250 VAC, 10 A male

Power Supply Type Switchmode

Safety Features

Input Protection Peak and RMS limiting, power supply and ampliﬁer thermal protection

Display LEDs Defeatable front power, Speaker Control

Status Info Input and output levels, EQ speaker voicing

Bluetooth Information

Bluetooth Protocol 4.2

Bluetooth Function Audio Streaming and User Interface Control

Bluetooth Class Class 1

Construction Features

Basic Design: Trapezoidal

Material: Polypropylene

Finish: Black, textured ﬁnish

Handles: One on each side, one on top, one on bottom

Grille: Perforated metal with weather-resistant coating

Display LEDs

Front: Power ON

Rear: Speaker Control

Operating Temperature: 0 – 40 ˚C 32 – 104 ˚F

Owner’s Manual

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Thump Loudspeaker Speciﬁcations continued...

Physical Properties

Thump12BST:

Height: 24.2 in / 615 mm

Width: 14.1 in / 358 mm

Depth: 14.0 in / 356 mm

Weight: 29.3 lb / 13.3 kg

Thump15BST:

Height: 27.0 in / 686 mm

Width: 17.4 in / 442 mm

Depth: 14.0 in / 356 mm

Weight: 35.1 lb / 15.9 kg

Mounting Methods:

Floor mount, pole mount via the built-in socket on the bottom of the cabinet [Be sure the pole is capable of supporting the weight of the Thump loudspeaker] or ﬂy via three integrated M10 mounting points (using M10 x 1.5 x 20 mm forged shoulder eyebolts).

See page 23 for more information.

Thump12BST Loudspeaker Dimensions

Options

Thump12BST Speaker Bag P/N 2047360-09

Thump12BST Rolling Speaker Bag P/N 2047360-10

Thump15BST Speaker Bag P/N 2047360-11

Thump15BST Rolling Speaker Bag P/N 2047360-12

SPM200 Loudspeaker Pole Mount P/N 2035170-01

PA-A1 Forged Shoulder Eyebolt Kit (3 x M10 x 1.5 x 20 mm) P/N 0031943

Disclaimer

Since we are always striving to make our products better by incorporating new and improved materials, components, and manufacturing methods, we reserve the right to change these speciﬁcations at any time without notice.

The “Running Man” ﬁgure is a registered trademark of LOUD Audio, LLC.

All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders, and are hereby acknowledged.

WEIGHT

29.3 lb

13.3 kg

24.2 in

615 mm

Thump12BST • Thump15BST Powered Loudspeakers

Thump15BST Loudspeaker Dimensions

WEIGHT

35.1 lb

5.9 kg

27 in

686 mm

4. in

358 mm

4 in

356 mm

17.4 in

442 mm

Thump12BST • Thump15BST Powered Loudspeakers

14 in

356 mm

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Thump12BST and Thump15BST Loudspeaker Frequency Response Legend

100 dBSPL

Owner’s Manual

Music Speaker Mode – This mode is full range, but

focuses on increased bass and brilliant high frequencies. This is the place to start for most DJ / music playback applications.

Live Speaker Mode – This mode features a low

frequency roll-off to get rid of unwanted thumps and adds boost and sparkle to mid-range and high frequencies. This mode is perfect for plug-and-play singer-songwriters.

Monitor Speaker Mode – This mode features a low

frequency roll-off and a reduction around 2 kHz to ensure maximum gain before feedback in monitor applications.

Thump12BST Loudspeaker Frequency Response

100 dBSPL

Music + Sub Speaker Mode – This mode rolls off

the low end of the ThumpBST loudspeaker to match properly with the Thump18S subwoofer.

Live + Sub Speaker Mode – This mode rolls off

the low end of the ThumpBST loudspeaker to match properly with the Thump18S subwoofer.

Speech Speaker Mode – This mode features

a signiﬁcant low frequency roll-off to get rid of unwanted thumps. It also adds boost and sparkle to mid-range and high frequencies, critical for speech applications. This plug-and-play mode is perfect for larger venue applications where speech is the primary audio source in need of clear and precise intelligibility.

90 dBSPL

80 dBSPL

100 1000 20000 10000

Frequency (Hz)

Thump15BST Loudspeaker Frequency Response

90 dBSPL

80 dBSPL

100 1000 20000 10000

Frequency (Hz)

Owner’s Manual

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Thump12BST / Thump15BST Loudspeakers Block Diagram

Amp

Mute

Limiter

Gain

Master

Amp

Mute

Limiter

Thermal

Monitoring

Thump12BST • Thump15BST Powered Loudspeakers

Equalization

User

6 user

3x1 mixer

with user

Crossover

voicings

selectable

controlled

input gains

User

Equalization

User

Thump12BST • Thump15BST Powered Loudspeakers

Preamp

Digitally-

controlled

Preamp

Digitally-

controlled

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Limited Warranty

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 (hereinafter, “Customer,” “you” or “your”).

For products purchased outside the U.S. or Canada, please visit www.mackie.com to ﬁnd contact information for your local distributor, and information on any warranty coverage provided by the distributor in your local market.

LOUD warrants to Customer that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use during the Warranty Period. If the product fails to conform to the warranty then LOUD or its authorized service representative will at its option, either repair or replace any such nonconforming product, provided that Customer gives notice of the noncompliance within the Warranty Period to the Company at: www.mackie.com or by calling LOUD technical support at 1.800.898.3211 (toll-free in the U.S. and Canada) during normal business hours Paciﬁc Time, excluding weekends or LOUD holidays. Please retain the original dated sales receipt as evidence of the date of purchase. You will need it to obtain any warranty service.

For full terms and conditions, as well as the speciﬁc duration of the Warranty for this product, please visit www.mackie.com.

Owner’s Manual

The Product Warranty, together with your invoice or receipt, and the terms and conditions located at www.mackie.com 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 loudspeaker?

• 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).

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