CR3 • CR4 ™ ™ Creative Reference™ Multimedia Monitors OWNER’S MANUAL
Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors 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.
CR3 • CR4 Features Important Safety Instructions............................................................2 • Studio-quality design, sound and performance, ideal for multimedia creation and entertainment • Professional-grade components for optimized sonic performance • 50 watts of clean, articulate stereo sound • Polypropylene-coated woofer • 3" [CR3] • 4" [CR4] • .75" Ferrofluid-cooled silk-dome tweeter Hookup Diagrams.............................................................................
Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors Introduction Quick Start Creative Reference™ Multimedia Monitors are designed for multimedia creation and entertainment, delivering studio-quality design and performance in sleek, small-footprint designs. We realize that you can’t wait to hook up your CR Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors and try them out. Nevertheless, please take the time to read this page NOW, and the rest can wait until you’re good and ready.
Owner’s Manual Hookup Diagrams The illustration above shows a typical use for CR Series Reference Monitors. Everyone needs tunes while working, right...or is it just me? In this example, simply connect the (included) cable from the computer’s 1/8" output jack to the L/R RCA inputs of the powered CR Series Reference Monitor. If you prefer to use 1/4" inputs instead of RCA inputs, that option is available, too. Next we’ll want to connect the passive speaker.
Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors Hookup Diagrams continued... Mobile Phone or MP3 Player (Playback Source) The illustration above shows another use for CR Series Reference Monitors. Perhaps a friend created a playlist on their smart phone and wants to share it. With great hesitation, you finally oblige. Everyone has that one friend with terrible taste in music. We know, it happens.
6 3 3. Signal Inputs Connect the line-level signal from a computer, mixer, or other signal source to one pair of these input jacks. There are two types of input connectors to choose from: 1/4" line-level signals driven by balanced or unbalanced sources or RCA line-level signals driven by unbalanced sources. Since these are connected together electrically, do not connect more than one signal at a time to the input jacks.
Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors 4. Powered Speaker Position Select Switch Here you get to decide if the powered monitor is to be positioned on the left side (switch up) or right side (switch down) of the desk. One convenience is that it keeps the power cord, front and/or rear panel connections from crossing your work space. Additionally, it doesn’t discriminate between right or left-handed users. Simply set it up to suit your preference. Front Panel Description 7.
Care and Cleaning Included with the CR Series Reference Monitors are multiple accessories, including: CR Series reference monitors will provide many years of reliable service if you follow these guidelines. • 1/8" to stereo RCA cable to connect computer output to speakers • 1/8" to 1/8" cable to connect a smart phone or media player to front panel of speakers • Speaker-to-speaker cable • Avoid exposing the monitors to moisture. • Avoid exposure to extreme cold (below freezing temperatures).
Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors Appendix A: Service Information If you think your CR Series Reference Monitor 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) 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 send your CRs away.
Owner’s Manual Repair For warranty service, please refer to the warranty information on page 15. Non-warranty service is available at a factoryauthorized service center. To locate the nearest service center, visit www.mackie.com, click “Contact Tech Support” and select “Locate a Service Center or Distributor” [3]. Service for CR Series Monitors living outside the United States may be obtained through local dealers or distributors.
Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors Appendix B: Technical Information CR Series Specifications Construction Features Acoustic Performance Frequency Response (–3 dB) 80 Hz – 20 kHz [CR3] Basic Design Rectangular 70 Hz – 20 kHz [CR4] Enclosure Construction Solid MDF Finish Black vinyl wrap Frequency Response (–10 dB) 70 Hz – 20 kHz [CR3] 60 Hz – 20 kHz [CR4] Maximum SPL Peak Per Pair 97 dB [CR3] 100 dB [CR4] Crossover Frequency 3 kHz Handles At <10 lb ea
5.5 in / 140 mm 6.2 in / 158 mm WEIGHT (per pair) 9.4 lb 4.1 kg 8.2 in 208 mm Owner’s Manual CR3 Dimensions CR4 Dimensions 6.1 in / 156 mm 7.3 in / 185 mm WEIGHT (per pair) 12.0 lb 5.4 kg 8.
Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors CAPTIVE POWER REAR PANEL POWER SWITCH L/R STEREO 1/8” LINE INPUT [AUX] L/R STEREO RCA UNBALANCED LINE INPUT L/R STEREO 1/4" (UN)BALANCED LINE INPUT POWER TRANSFORMER AMPLIFIER The greatest of all Rings of Power: the One Ring ON / OFF / VOLUME (FRONT PANEL) STEREO 1/8” HEADPHONES OUTPUT ON / OFF / VOLUME (FRONT PANEL) L/R PLACEMENT SWITCH – – INPUT FROM POWERED SPEAKER + + OUTPUT TO PASSIVE SPEAKER CROSSOVER CROSSOVER WOOFER LOW FREQUENCY DR
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.
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