B1800X PRO
User Manual
EUROLIVE PROFESSIONAL
B2520 PRO
High-Performance 2,200-Watt PA Loudspeaker System with Dual 15" Woofers
B1800X PRO
Professional 1,800-Watt 18" PA Subwoofer
B1520 PRO/B1220 PRO
Professional 1,200-Watt 15"/12" PA Loudspeaker System
2 EUROLIVE B2520 PRO/B1800X PRO/B1520 PRO/B1220 PRO User Manual
Thank you
By purchasing BEHRINGER EUROLIVE PROFESSIONAL speakers, you have obtained
a rst-class PA loudspeaker system. Now, you own (at least) one component of
an expandable system that will reproduce the sound ofyour musical material
unadulterated and perfectly balanced.
Table of Contents
Thank you .......................................................................2
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 3
Legal Disclaimer ............................................................. 3
Limited warranty ............................................................ 3
1. Introduction ............................................................... 4
2. Optimal Operation .................................................... 5
3. Operating Modes ....................................................... 5
4. Pin Assignment (B1800X PRO) .................................. 6
5. Additional Considerations ........................................6
6. Application Examples ............................................... 6
7. Troubleshooting ........................................................ 8
8. Specications .............................................................9
3 EUROLIVE B2520 PRO/B1800X PRO/B1520 PRO/B1220 PRO User Manual
Important Safety
Instructions
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
LIMITED WARRANTY
Terminals marked with this symbol carry
electrical current of su cient magnitude
to constitute risk of electric shock.
Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with
¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. Allother
installation or modi cation should be performed only
by quali edpersonnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alertsyou to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage inside the
enclosure-voltage that may be su cient to constitute a
risk ofshock.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alertsyou to important operating and
maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
Caution
To reduce the risk of electric shock, donot
remove the top cover (or the rear section).
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
quali ed personnel.
Caution
To reduce the risk of re or electric shock,
do not expose this appliance to rain and
moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing liquids and no objects lled with liquids,
suchas vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Caution
These service instructions are for use
by quali ed ser vice personnel only.
Toreduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the operation
instructions. Repairs have to be performed by quali ed
servicepersonnel.
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 not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampli ers) that produce heat.
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-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. Ifthe
provided plug does not t 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 plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Use only attachments/accessories speci ed by
themanufacturer.
12. Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table speci ed by the
manufacturer, orsold with
the apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to quali ed service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as 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
beendropped.
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is
used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND APPEARANCES
ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND
ACCURACY IS NOT GUARANTEED. BEHRINGER,
KLARKTEKNIK, MIDAS, BUGERA, AND TURBOSOUND
ARE PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP MUSICGROUP.COM.
ALL TRADEMARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR
RESPECTIVE OWNERS. MUSICGROUP ACCEPTS NO
LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSS WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED
BY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES EITHER WHOLLY OR
IN PART UPON ANY DESCRIPTION, PHOTOGRAPH
OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN. COLORS AND
SPECIFICATIONS MAY VARY FROM ACTUAL PRODUCT.
MUSIC GROUP PRODUCTS ARE SOLD THROUGH
AUTHORIZED FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ONLY.
FULLFILLERSAND RESELLERS ARE NOT AGENTS OF
MUSICGROUP AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO AUTHORITY
TO BIND MUSICGROUP BY ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
UNDERTAKING OR REPRESENTATION. THIS MANUAL
IS COPYRIGHTED. NO PART OF THIS MANUAL MAY
BE REPRODUCED OR TRANSMITTED IN ANY FORM
OR BY ANY MEANS, ELECTRONIC OR MECHANICAL,
INCLUDING PHOTOCOPYING AND RECORDING OF ANY
KIND, FOR ANY PURPOSE, WITHOUT THE EXPRESS
WRITTEN PERMISSION OF MUSICGROUPIPLTD.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
© 2013 MUSICGroupIPLtd.
Trident Chambers, Wickhams Cay, P.O. Box 146,
Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands
For the applicable warranty terms and conditions
and additional information regarding MUSIC Group’s
Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at
www.music-group.com/warranty.
4 EUROLIVE B2520 PRO/B1800X PRO/B1520 PRO/B1220 PRO User Manual
1. Introduction
Thanks to its numerous features, the EUROLIVE PROFESSIONAL SERIES is the
ideal PA loudspeaker system: it is equally well-suited both for small gigs and
large stages. We have brought it to life in order to oer you a complete range
of loudspeaker choices. In doing so, we have left open all the options for
expanding your PA system. All loudspeakers feature professional inputs and
outputs (compatible to Neutrik Speakon), letting you exibly expand your setup
whenever you need to.
◊ The following instructions are intended to familiarize you with the
specialized terminology used throughout this user’s manual, so that
you can master all the functions. After having thoroughly read the
user’s manual, store it in a safe place for future reference.
1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
Your EUROLIVE speakers were carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure
secure transpor t. Should the condition of the cardboard box suggest that damage
may have taken place, please inspect the unit immediately and look for physical
indications of damage.
◊ Damaged units should NEVER be sent direc tly to us. Please inform the
dealer from whom you acquired the unit immediately as well as the
transportation company from which you took delivery of the unit.
Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered invalid.
◊ Please always use the original packaging to avoid damage due to
storage or shipping.
◊ Never let unsupervised children play with the EUROLIVE speakers or
their packaging.
◊ Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally
friendly fashion.
1.1.2 Initial operation
Your EUROLIVE speakers are connected to a power amplier using the speaker
connectors located in the back. Please read ch. 5, “Additional Considerations”
and ch. 6, “Application Examples” to get important technical information and
practical suggestions about use.
◊ Always make sure to mute your power amplifier before connecting
the speakers.
Fig. 1.1: B1520 PRO connec tor panel (B2520PRO/B1220 PRO’s are s imilar)
Fig. 1.2: Subwoo fer connector p anel (B1800X PRO)
The EUROLIVE PROFESSIONAL SERIES features professional speaker connectors
(compatible to Neutrik Speakon) that assure problem-free operation.
TheSpeakon connector was developed for loudspeakers with high power ratings.
If it is connected into the corresponding plug, it locks into place and cannot
accidentally be disconnected. It protects against electric shock and assures
correct polarity. Each of the plugs only carries the assigned individual signal
(seetable 4.1/Fig. 1.3 and the insignia on the back of the unit).
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2-
2+
1+
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2-
2+
1+
front view rear view
Professional speaker connector
(compatible with Neutrik Speakon connectors)
Fig. 1.3: Speakon connector
Please only use the commercially available Speakon cables (type NL4FC)
toconnect your loudspeakers to the power amp. Verify the pin assignment
of your loudspeakers and cables depending on the loudspeaker output you
areusing.
1.1.3 Online registration
Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase
by visiting http://behringer.com and read the terms and conditions of our
warrantycarefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention to have it
repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact
the BEHRINGER retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Shouldyour
BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact
one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the
original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact
Information). Should your country not be listed, please contact the distributor
nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website
(http://behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair
claims more quickly and eciently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
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