Mackie FUSSION 1800SA User manual

Fussion Series Active, High-Output Subwoofer
FUSSION 1800SA/1800S
SUBWOOFER
FUSSION 1800SA/1800S
■Mackie's FUSSION 1800SA/1800S is a high-out-
put, active subwoofer system featuring high-precision
18-inch transducers combined with application-spe-
cific amplifier technology. The system is composed of
two subwoofer cabinets: the 1800SA, which contains
a single 18-inch woofer and the active electronics,
and the 1800S, a single 18-inch woofer cabinet that
functions as a slave.
■Transducers used in the FUSSION 1800SA/1800S
system feature 4-inch, Inside/Outside-wound voice
coils that offer extreme power-handling capabilities.
The cone assembly is reinforced with long-strand car-
bon fiber, which is impregnated into the cone.
Extensive materials science research and develop-
ment has led to significant advancements in adhe-
sives, voice coil former materials, surround and spi-
der technologies. FUSSION 1800SA/1800S transduc-
ers were specifically designed for use in this type of
enclosure design. The magnetic assemblies used
incorporate advancements in coil venting and struc-
tural cooling that provide lower temperature rise and
substantially improved power compression character-
istics.
■The Fussion 1800 system amplifier module, locat-
ed in the 1800SA cabinet, is an excellent example of
the efficiency that is possible with active designs.
This module uses two high-efficiency, high-current,
CLASS G topology amplifiers running in bridged mode
to produce 2500 watts of power. Instead of an
onboard control system, the system relies on external
processing supplied by any FUSSION full range or
mid-high speaker system or by a stand-alone proces-
sor.
■FUSSION 1800SA/1800S subwoofer system fre-
quency response is linear between 38Hz and 150Hz.
When used with any FUSSION full range or mid-high
speaker system, the onboard processor provides com-
plete system management of all electronic and
acoustic functions including electronic active
crossover, electronic phase alignment, electronic time
correction, electronic equalization and complete
amplifier and component protection.
■To ensure long-term reliability and performance,
the amplifier cards and processor are mounted to a
Features
■ Active, high-output dual 18" subwoofer system
■2500W high-efficiency, high-current amplifier
■High output, 139dB peak
■Two 18" high-precision transducers
■ 4" high-temperature, inside/outside voice coils
■18mm birch plywood construction
■Fully integrates with onboard acoustic man-
agement control system found in all Fussion
full-range or mid-high speaker systems
■Individual 18" cabinets facilitate transport
and set-up
huge heat sink eliminating the need for fans, dra-
matically extending life expectancy and eliminat-
ing maintenance cycles. An easily-accessible rear
input and control panel offers substantial signal-
routing flexibility. Line-level signal connections
are via XLR connectors. There is a main speaker-
level output on the 1800SA rear panel, which pro-
vides signal to the passive 1800S cabinet via an
EP-type connector. The system features soft-start
circuitry that eliminates pops and precisely con-
trols AC inrush current surges.
■Fussion 1800S and 1800SA cabinets are con-
structed using 18mm thick multi-layered birch
plywood and finished in black splatter paint.
There are two handles on each side for efficient
loading and transport.
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Active, High Output Subwoofer
FUSSION 1800SA/1800S
SUBWOOFER
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Specifications
System Specifications:
Freq. Range: 38Hz–160Hz
Freq. Response (–3dB): 40Hz–150Hz
Rated Maximum SPL (long term): 136dB @ 1m (system)
Rated Maximum SPL (peak): 139dB @ 1m (system)
Recommended Crossover Point: 85Hz
Transducers
Low Frequency: (2 each)
Cone Diameter: 18" (457mm)
Voice Coil Diameter: 4" (100mm)
Nominal Impedance: 8Ω
Power Handling: 800 watts rms (long term)
Amplifiers
Low Frequency:
Rated Output: 1250 watts continuous @ 4Ω
2500 watts peak @ 4Ω
Audio Input / Output
Main Input: 2Ω(4 volts) balanced
Speaker Level Output (1800SA): EP4 female
Speaker Level Input (1800S): EP4 male
Line Input Power
US: 120VAC, 60 Hz
Recommended Amperage Service: 12A
AC Connector: 3-pin Twistlock 250VAC, 20A male
Europe: 230VAC, 50 Hz
Recommended amperage service: 8A
AC Connector: 3-pin IEC 250VAC, 16A male
In-rush Current Protection: Yes, transistor based
Safety Features
(PROVIDED BY FUSSION FULL RANGE OR MID-HIGH SPEAKER SYSTEMS
ONLY, NO ONBOARD CONTROLS IN 1800SA):
RMS limiting: Monitoring and limiting of continuous
RMS output of amplifiers
Thermal: Monitoring of thermal condition
of power supply and amplifiers.
High temperature condition engages input
stage shut down and auto reset function.
Physical
Enclosure: Rectangular; 18mm multi-layered birch
Handles: 4 each aluminum/rubber grips
Color: Black, splatter paint
Grille: Custom perforated oval steel grille
with anticorrosive treatment
Dimensions
Height: 32.9" (836mm)
Width: 23.6" (600mm)
Depth: 23.6" (600mm)
Net Weight: FUSSION 1800SA 145.2 lbs. (66 kg)
FUSSION 1800S 105.6 lbs. (48 kg)

Active, High Output Subwoofer
FUSSION 1800SA/1800S
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23.60" (600mm) 23.60" (600mm) 23.60" (600mm)
32.90" (836mm)
32.90" (836mm)
23.60" (600mm) 23.60" (600mm)
32.90" (836mm)
23.60" (600mm) 23.60" (600mm)
FRONT
BACK
SIDE
BOTTOM TOP
Frequency Response, 2nd and 3rd Harmonic Distortion Measurements
Euro 230V version U.S. 115V version
Frequency (Hz)
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Architect’s and Engineer’s Specifications
The active subwoofer loudspeaker system shall
incorporate two 18-inch low-frequency (LF) transducers
each mounted within an individual enclosure. Each
enclosure shall be constructed using multi-ply wood
and tuned for optimum low-frequency response. System
frequency response shall vary no more than ±3 dB from
38Hz to 120Hz measured on axis. The loudspeaker
shall incorporate a low frequency amplifier system
capable of delivering 2500 watts over a frequency range
of 20Hz to 150Hz. The amplifier system shall be mount-
ed on an aluminum heat sink suspension mounted
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This Specification Sheet FUSSION1800.PDF
Architects’ & Engineers’ Specifications FUSSION1800AE.TXT
Quick-Start Manual FUSSION1800QS.PDF
Owner/Operator’s Manual FUSSION1800ML.PDF
Applications Guide FUSSION1800AG.PDF
CADD files FUSSION1800.DXF
EASE data FUSSION1800.EAS
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within one of the subwoofer enclosures. Each enclosure
shall have a rectangular shape and shall incorporate
two handles on each side.
The subwoofer system will fea-
ture a XLR input connector and a XLR loop-through signal
connector, a speaker-level EP-type con
nector designed to
power the passive subwoofer cabinet, and “ON” and
“Protection” mode LED indicators.
The front of the loud-
speaker shall be covered with a powder-coated, weather-
resistant perforated steel grille.
The active subwoofer loudspeaker system shall be
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