Mackie ThumpSub GO 8" 400W Portable Battery-Powered Subwoofer Instruction Manual

1. Einleitung

The Mackie ThumpSub GO is an 8-inch, 400W battery-powered portable subwoofer designed for enhanced bass performance in various mobile audio setups. Its slim and ergonomic design allows for easy transport and flexible placement options, including horizontal or vertical orientation. This subwoofer features hot-swappable batteries for extended operation and integrated Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming and system control.

Figure 1: Mackie ThumpSub GO in an outdoor setting, demonstrating its portability and powerful bass capabilities.

2. Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise

Please read and understand all instructions before using this product. Retain these instructions for future reference. Always follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product and in the manual.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. (California Proposition 65)

Setzen Sie dieses Gerät nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit aus.
Verwenden Sie dieses Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser.
Nur mit trockenem Tuch reinigen.
Die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen nicht blockiert werden. Die Installation muss gemäß den Anweisungen des Herstellers erfolgen.
Installieren Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wärmequellen wie Heizkörpern, Heizregistern, Öfen oder anderen Geräten (einschließlich ampKonverter (Lüfter), die Wärme erzeugen.
Schützen Sie das Netzkabel vor Beschädigungen oder Beschädigungen durch Fußgänger, insbesondere an den Steckern, Steckdosen und an der Stelle, an der es aus dem Gerät austritt.
Verwenden Sie nur vom Hersteller angegebene Zusatzgeräte/Zubehör.
Überlassen Sie alle Wartungsarbeiten qualifiziertem Servicepersonal. Eine Wartung ist erforderlich, wenn das Gerät auf irgendeine Weise beschädigt wurde, z. B. wenn das Netzkabel oder der Stecker beschädigt sind, Flüssigkeit in das Gerät verschüttet wurde oder Gegenstände hineingefallen sind, das Gerät Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt war, nicht normal funktioniert oder fallengelassen wurde.

3. Packungsinhalt

Your Mackie ThumpSub GO package should include the following items:

Mackie ThumpSub GO 8" Portable Battery-Powered Subwoofer
One (1) GB-200 Battery (provides up to 6 hours of operation)
Power Cord for battery charging
Kurzanleitung

An optional second GB-200 battery is sold separately to extend operation up to 12 hours.

4. Einrichtung

4.1 Einlegen und Laden der Batterie

The ThumpSub GO features two hot-swappable battery compartments. One GB-200 battery is included, providing up to 6 hours of continuous operation. An optional second battery can be purchased separately for extended use.

Hand inserting a battery into the ThumpSub GO

Figure 2: Hand inserting a GB-200 battery into one of the hot-swappable battery compartments on the side of the ThumpSub GO. The subwoofer supports up to two batteries for extended playtime.

To install a battery, locate the battery compartment on the side of the subwoofer. Open the cover and slide the GB-200 battery into the slot until it clicks securely into place. Close the cover. The battery status LEDs on the control panel will indicate the charge level.

4.2 Aufstellung des Subwoofers

The ThumpSub GO can be placed in various orientations to suit your setup needs:

Horizontale Platzierung: Ideal for discreet placement or when stacking other equipment.
Vertikale Platzierung: Provides a smaller footprint, suitable for tight spaces.
Stange montieren: Use the integrated pole mount to elevate a compatible full-range loudspeaker (e.g., Mackie Thump GO) above the subwoofer for a compact and powerful PA system. (SPM400 speaker pole sold separately).

Mackie ThumpSub GO in horizontal orientation

Figure 3: ThumpSub GO placed horizontally in an outdoor setting.

Mackie ThumpSub GO in vertical orientation

Figure 4: ThumpSub GO placed vertically, showcasing aufgrund seiner kompakten Abmessungen.

Mackie ThumpSub GO with a pole-mounted loudspeaker

Figure 5: A Mackie ThumpSub GO with a full-range loudspeaker mounted on top using a speaker pole, creating a complete PA system.

4.3 Kabelverbindungen

The ThumpSub GO offers flexible wired connectivity options for mono, stereo, or zone PA systems. Use XLR cables for optimal audio quality.

Connecting loudspeakers to the ThumpSub GO back panel

Figure 6: Close-up of the ThumpSub GO back panel showing XLR input and output connections for linking with other loudspeakers.

Mixer to Subwoofer: Connect the main outputs of your mixer to the XLR INPUT (A or B) on the ThumpSub GO. For a stereo setup, use both A and B inputs from your mixer's left and right outputs.
Subwoofer to Full-Range Loudspeakers: Connect the XLR OUTPUT (A or B) from the ThumpSub GO to the input of your full-range loudspeakers (e.g., Mackie Thump GO). This allows the subwoofer to process the low frequencies and pass the higher frequencies to the main speakers.

4.4 Bluetooth-Streaming

The ThumpSub GO supports Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming and linking with other Thump GO series speakers.

ThumpSub GO streaming wirelessly via Bluetooth

Figure 7: ThumpSub GO streaming audio wirelessly, providing Bluetooth capabilities to your entire PA system.

Paarung: Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the ThumpSub GO control panel until the LED flashes. Select

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