Page 2 - Important Safety Instructions; WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire or
2 HM-54 HM-54 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 dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do n...
Page 3 - Owner’; Table of Contents
Part No. 0016044 Rev. A 07/05 ©2005 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved. 3 Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual Don’t forget to visit our website at www.mackie.com for more information about this and other Mackie products. Table of Contents Introduction ................................................
Page 4 - Introduction; HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
4 HM-54 HM-54 Introduction Thank you for choosing a Mackie HM-54 Four-Channel Headphone Amplifier. This 1U rackmount unit features left and right TRS main inputs, as well as left and right TRS “direct inputs” on each of the four channels. The front panel provides an input select switch for each chann...
Page 5 - Getting Started; Zero the Controls; Other Nuggets of Wisdom
5 Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual Getting Started READ THIS PAGE!! Even if you’re one of those people who never reads manuals, all we ask is that you read this page now before you begin using the HM-54. You’ll be glad you did! Zero the Controls 1. Turn down all the INPUT LEVEL controls.2. Set all pus...
Page 6 - Hookup Diagrams
6 HM-54 HM-54 Hookup Diagrams HM-54 Live Sound Application HM-54 Recording Application with Onyx 400F � �������� ������� ������� �� �������� � ����������� ������������� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �� ����������� � �������� �� ����������� � �������� �� ����������� � �������� �� ����������� ��...
Page 8 - Front Panel; SOURCE Select Switch
8 HM-54 HM-54 ON MAINDIRECT SOURCE MAIN INPUT LEVEL PHONES O O MAX O O MAX O O MAX O O MAX O O MAX LEVEL MAINDIRECT SOURCE PHONES LEVEL MAINDIRECT SOURCE PHONES LEVEL MAINDIRECT SOURCE PHONES LEVEL HM-54 2 3 4 1 HEADPHONE MIXER/AMPLIFIER HM-54 Features Front Panel All four headphone amplifiers share ...
Page 9 - Rear Panel; IEC Power Receptacle
9 Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual Rear Panel The rear panel is where you make all your analog audio connections to the HM-54 (except for the convenient additional headphone jacks on the front). 6. IEC Power Receptacle This is a standard 3-prong IEC power connector. Connect the detachable linecord (in...
Page 10 - Appendix A: Service Information; Warranty Service
10 HM-54 HM-54 Appendix A: Service Information Warranty Service Details concerning Warranty Service are spelled out in the Warranty section on page 15. If you think your HM-54 has a problem, please do everything you can to confirm it before calling for service. Doing so might save you from the depriv...
Page 11 - Repair; You can reach a technical support representative
11 Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual Repair Service for Mackie products is available at a factory-authorized service center. Service for Mackie products living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors. If your HM-54 needs service, follow these instructions: 1. Rev...
Page 12 - Appendix B: Connections; Unbalancing a Line; Mults and “Y”s; Balanced Mono
12 HM-54 HM-54 Appendix B: Connections Unbalancing a Line In most studio, stage, and sound reinforcement situations, there is a combination of balanced and unbalanced inputs and outputs on the various pieces of equipment. This usually will not be a problem in making connections. • When connecting a ...
Page 13 - Appendix C: Technical Info
13 Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual AC Power Requirements Power Consumption: 12 watts U.S. and Canada: 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz AC Connector: 3-pin IEC 250 VAC Physical Dimensions and Weight Height: 1.75 in/44 mm Width: 17.0 in/432 mm (main body of unit) 19.0 in/483 mm (with rack ears) Depth: 5.3 in/135 mm W...
Page 15 - HM-54 Limited Warranty; Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place.
15 Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual HM-54 Limited Warranty A. LOUD Technologies Inc. warrants all materials, workmanship and proper operation of this product for a period of one year from the original date of purchase. If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship or if the product fails to...