AudioSource EQ200 User Manual

EQ 200

Ten-Band Stereo Graphic Equalizer

EQ 200

OWNER’S MANUAL

FEATURES:

Ten Bands from 30 Hz to 16 kHz +/-12dB
Spectrum Analzyer Display
Tape 1 / Tape 2 play-record loops
Audio and Video inputs
Main Output
EQ Bypass
Front panel Right and Left Level controls

SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency Response: 10 Hz - 50 kHz +/- 1 dB
Harmonic Distortion: 0.03% of nominal output
Signal to Noise Ratio: -95 dB
Input Impedance: 100k ohms
Output Impedance: 600 ohms
Load Impedance: 10k ohms or more
Inputs: Audio, Video,

Outputs: Main, Tape 1, Tape 2
Control Center Points: 30 Hz, 60 Hz, 120 Hz,

Control Range: +/- 12 dB
Dimensions:

(W x H x D)

Net Weight: 8 lbs. (3.63 kg)
Power Consumption: 14 Watts

Tape 1, Tape 2

250 Hz, 500 Hz, 1 kHz,
2 kHz, 4 kHz, 8 kHz, 16 kHz

16-1/2” x 3-1/2” x 11-1/4”
(419 x 89 x 286 mm)

Congratulations on your purchase of the AudioSource® EQ 200.
Please take a few moments to read this entire manual, and be sure to
retain this document for future reference. Please read and observe all
safety instructions detailed on page 2.

NOTE: If any part of this product is damaged or missing, please call your
dealer or AudioSource® directly at 1.877.715.5439 or 503.914.4688.

Please read your warranty and retain your receipt and original carton
for possible future use.

For more information about AudioSource® electronics, speakers and
accessories please visit www.audiosource.net

The chart below will help you identify which sliders on the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER Section will
most affect the sound and balance of particular instruments by illustrating where they lie in the
overall sonic spectrum.

8,000

2,000

4,0001,000

KICK DRUM

SNARE DRUM

CYMBALS

CHIMES

BASS GUITAR

LEAD GUITAR

FEMALE VOCAL

MALE VOCAL

SAXAPHONE

ORGAN

PIANO

STRING BASS

VIOLIN
CELLO

CLARINET

FLUTE

TRUMPET

25012030 60

500

Fundamental Note Harmonic or Overtone

16,000

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EQ 200 Owner

’s Manual

EQ 200

OWNER’S MANUAL

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER. NO

USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL!

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of important

EXPLANATION OF
SAFETY SYMBOLS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT
BE EXPOSED
ON AP

• WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OF SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FUL

•

WARNING: THE MAINS PLUG IS USED AS DISCONNECT DEVICE. THE DISCONNECT DEVICE SHALL REMAIN READILY AVAILABLE.

•

WARNING: ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS OR ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED OR PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER.

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. The ventilation should not be impeded
by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper, table­ cloths, curtains etc. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. No open flame
sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

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

TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL NOT BE PLACED

PARATUS.

operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the products’ enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

LY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
third prong is 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 the
plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point of exit from the apparatus.

11. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.

12. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the 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.

13. The apparatus should be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.

Two Year Limited Warranty

AudioSource, a division of Peak Audio Group, warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a limited period of time.
For a period of two (2) years from date of original purchase, we will repair or replace the product, at our option, without charge for parts.
Customer must pay for all labor charges associated with the removal and re-installation of speakers for the limited period and all parts and
labor charges after the limited warranty period expires. The limited warranty period for factory refurbished products expires after ninety (90) days
from date of original purchase. This limited warranty applies only to purchases from authorized AudioSource Retailers or Distributors. This
limited warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and is valid only to consumers in the United States.

Consumers are required to provide a copy of the original sales invoice from an authorized AudioSource Retailer or Distributor when making
a claim against this limited warranty. This limited warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship that occur during
normal use. It does not cover failures resulting from accident, fire, flood, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty
installation, modification, service by anyone other than AudioSource, or damage that is attributable to Acts of God. It does not cover costs of
transportation to AudioSource or damage in transit. The customer should return their defective product, freight prepaid and insured, to AudioSource
only after receiving a Return Authorization.

Repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty does not extend the term of this warranty. Should a product prove to be defective in
workmanship or material, the consumer's sole remedies will be repair or replacement as provided under the terms of this warranty. If the defective
product is discontinued AudioSource may replace the product with an equivalent or superior product at its option. Any cost of re-installation
or repair of wall or ceiling surface is the sole responsibility of the customer and that cost shall not be the responsibility of AudioSource. Under
no circumstances shall AudioSource be liable for loss or damage, direct, consequential or incidental, arising out of the use of or inability to use
the product. There are no express warranties other than described above.

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