Behringer B612D, B615D User Manual

Professional Powered Speakers

EUROLIVE
B615D/B612D

Active 1500-Watt 2-Way PA Speaker
System with 15" Woofer and 1.75"
Titanium Compression Driver

High-power 1500-Watt 2-way PA
sound reinforcement speaker system
for live and playback applications

Ultra-compact and light weight
system delivers excellent sound even
at extreme sound pressure levels

Revolutionary Class-D amplier
technology: enormous power,
incredible sonic performance and
super-light weight

Internal switch-mode power supply
for noise-free audio, superior
transient response and very low
power consumption

Integrated sound processor for
ultimate system control and
speakerprotection

Extremely powerful 15/12''
long-excursion driver provides
incredibly deep bass and
acousticpower

State-of-the-art 1.75''
titanium-diaphragm compression
driverforexceptional high­frequencyreproduction

Ultra-wide dispersion, large-format
exponential horn

Thanks to our revolutionary Class-D
amplier technology and internal switch­mode power supplies, EUROLIVE D
Seriesloudspeakers provide a much
better power-to-weight ratio than
competing active speakers. Put simply,
you get all the power of traditional
bi-amped active loudspeakers without
all the backbreaking weight. And the
sound quality of these lightweight
loudspeakers exceeds that of our
extremely popular EUROLIVE B215D and
B212D systems, plus we've given them
even more outputpower and a signicant
transducerupgrade.

Due to their high-eciency design,
EUROLIVE B615D and B612D active
loudspeakers crank out 1500 of the
cleanest, punchiest audio Watts we've
ever packed into a compact loudspeaker
system. The integrated sound processor
provides total system control for
dependable protection of the LF/HF
transducers, and thanks to the built-

in active high-pass lter, you can run
them full out without the slightest hint
of distortion. In addition, both models
feature an Ultra-Low Noise (ULN) Mic/Line
input with Level control and dedicated
2-band EQ (bass/treble) for easy control.

Intelligent by Design

One of the coolest things about active
loudspeakers is the lack of back-breaking
racks of amps, crossovers and EQs that are
often required to make passive speaker
systems sound almost as good. But that
comes with a trade-o—that extra
weight is transferred to the loudspeaker,
making it dicult for a single user to
heave all that mass onto the top of a
speaker stand. BEHRINGER EUROLIVE D
Series' “Intelligent-Design” merges the
best features of active loudspeakers
with signicantly lower weight through
the use of switch-mode power supplies
(SMPS) and Class-D amplier topology.

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Ultra-low noise Mic/Line input with
Volume control and Clip LED

Dedicated 2-band EQ for perfect
sound adjustment

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EUROLIVE
B615D/B612D

Additional Line output allows linking
of additional speaker systems

Versatile trapezoidal enclosure
design allows dierent positioning:

• Stand mounting with 35-mm
polesocket

• Tilts on its side for use as a
oormonitor

Ergonomically shaped handles for
easy carrying and setup

High-quality components and
exceptionally rugged construction
ensure long life

Conceived and designed by
BEHRINGER Germany

Class-D Amplier Technology Delivers
High Power With Low Weight

Instead of operating relatively
continuously like Class-AB circuits,
Class-D amps switch on and o thousands
of times per second, delivering power
only as it is needed. In other words, the
amplier is either fully on or fully o,

Top-mounted,
weight-balanced
carry handle

Ultra-wide
dispersion,
large format
multi-cell horn

POWER LED

Extremely powerful
15"/12" long-excursion
LF transducer provides
incredibly deep bass
and acoustic power

which signicantly reduces the power
losses in the output devices. Although we
didn't invent Class-D technology, our R&D
Department has spent years perfecting
our own version with all the benets of
reduced weight and cool running—and
none of the drawbacks.

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Ergonomically shaped
carry handles on each
side of enclosure
for easy transport
of system

State-of-the-art 1.75"
titanium-diaphragm
compression driver
for exceptional
high-frequency
reproduction

Impact resistant,
molded enclosure.
Trapezoid shape
allows use as powered
monitor wedge

Rubber feet for
stacking enclosure
on structures or
subwoofers

B615D/B612D rear panel callout

¼" INPUT jack for
balanced TRS and
unbalanced TS
connections

MIC/LINE input
jack with internal
microphone
preamplier for
balanced XLR
connections

LINK OUTPUT
XLR jack lets you
connect additional
BEHRINGER active
loudspeaker systems

1- ⁄" (35-mm)
pole socket for
standard speaker
stands

LEVEL control
with CLIP LED for
optimizing input
signal level

EQ HIGH &
LOW shelving
equalization
controls, ±15 dB
@ 12 kHz and 80 Hz

Power LED

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EUROLIVE
B615D/B612D

Massive Power to Size Ratio

At the heart of each B615D and B612D
are two high-current ampliers with a
combined maximum output of 1500 Watts.
These Class-D amps are capable of driving
the speakers to their maximum without
damage or distortion thanks to their internal
active protection circuits. Putsimply,
thesesystems will astound you with their
massive punch, smooth midrange and
articulate top-end.

Custom-Designed Transducers

Let's face it; the transducers (woofers and
tweeters) are the only part of a sound
system you actually hear, so we never
cut any corners here. While some of our
competitors are content to buy o-the-shelf
transducers and plug them into their boxes,
we custom-design and build ours from
scratch. We wind the voice coils, process
the paper pulp into cones—and even
machine our own back plates. This enables
us to control the quality, and frankly to
make better components, like the long­excursion 12 and 15" LF transducers and
state-of-the-art 1.75" titanium-diaphragm
compression drivers we load into each and
every B612D/B615D.

Instant PA System

With just a single EUROLIVE D Series
loudspeaker and a microphone you can
set up an instant sound system. Thanks to
the built-in preamp section, you just
connect a dynamic mic and raise and
lower the volume with the Level control.
Place the speaker on a tabletop or stand,
and power up. It's just that easy. And if
you need more coverage, say for a larger
room or audience, you can add more
active loudspeakers via the convenient
Link Output XLR connector.

Stereo Music System

You can even use two D Series
enclosures for stereo playback of your
music sound les without any additional

Connecting a Microphone

XM8500 Mic

Connecting a Music Player

hardware. Just plug the appropriate
stereo “breakout” adapter into your deck's
output jack and run the cables to the
¼" inputs on each loudspeaker. Set the
Level and EQ controls the same on both
enclosures. Voilà, instant party!

Marvelous as Monitors

Thanks to their trapezoidal design,
these cabinets can be laid on their side
providing the ideal angle for onstage
monitor wedge applications. Hookup
is simple, requiring only a single XLR or
¼" cable from the monitor send on your
mixing console and power. Additional
monitors can be chained together via the
XLR Link Output jack on the rear panel.

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CD Player

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B615D/B612D

Powerful Low Frequency Response

The EUROLIVE D Series was built with
extended low frequency handling in
mind. Thanks to their internally braced,
injection-molded, tuned-port enclosures,
these bad boys really crank out serious
quantities of bass. Keep in mind that bass
response varies according to LF transducer
size, so the larger the speaker, the more bass
you will be able to generate.

Articulate Midrange and Treble

Even if your particular application doesn't
include booming bass, you'll love the sheer
accuracy of these loudspeakers. Over a
year went into designing an exponential
horn/titanium-diaphragm compression
driver combination that could handle
serious hard rock or dance music—yet
also satisfy audiophiles with its musical
timbre and attention to detail. For spoken
word, singing or acoustical instruments,
the EUROLIVE D Series is un-matched for
its ability to articulate complex harmonic
content. In fact, many customers say these
are the most natural-sounding speakers
they've ever heard, even when compared to
systems costing much more.

Processor Controlled Output

Hidden deep inside each
enclosure is the equivalent of an
active 2-way electronic crossover,
graphic EQ, parametric EQ, mic preamp,
limiter and two Class-D power ampliers,
yet overall weight is less than comparable
loudspeaker systems. These components
work together seamlessly to provide
optimal sound quality without you ever
having to touch a single knob.

As output demands rise, the
internal processor frees up LF amp
and transducer resources by reducing
program bass content, so that higher
overall system volume can be realized.
It's like having a tiny soundman inside
each cabinet constantly monitoring and
changing output parameters for the best
possible sound.

Which Speaker Should I Buy?

Well, let's start with your application…
are you giving a speech in a hotel
ballroom—or rocking out at the local bar
or dance club? Whether to choose one
speaker cabinet over another depends on
your bass requirements. A 15" woofer has

Connecting Multiple Loudspeakers

about 40% more surface area with which
to move air than a 12" and that translates
into more bass. So if you're addressing a
meeting, or jamming at the local blues
joint, the B612D might be all you'll ever
need. But if you're providing disco in a
busy nightclub, hosting Karaoke night
in your living room, or just want a little
more “thump”, then the B615D may be a
better choice.

Sound Value

EUROLIVE active PA loudspeakers
stand head and shoulders above the
rest of the pack and deliver exceptional
performance, even when pushed to
their limits. Lightweight and powerful,
with built-in mixers, 2 band EQ and
custom-designed transducers, B612D and
B615D active loudspeakers are ideal for
both speech and music applications—at a
price unheard of in this class.

Experience the B612D and B615D
at your local dealer today and nd out
why more and more professionals are
turning to BEHRINGER EUROLIVE Series
active loudspeakers for their superb
performance and extraordinary value.

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EUROLIVE
B615D/B612D

Specications

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B615D/B612D

Amplier Power Output

System

Max outp ut power 1500 W

B615D

Speaker Size

Size 15" / 387 mm

1.75" / 44 mm

B612D

Speaker Size

Size 12" / 308 mm

1.75" / 44 mm

B615D/B612D

Audio Inputs

XLR (servo-balanced)

Sensiti vity -40 dBu to + 4 dBu

Input impe dance 20 k

¼" TRS jack (servo-balanced)

Sensiti vity -40 dBu to + 4 dBu

Input impe dance 20 k

Level control

Input Trim –∞ to + 30 dB

Max. inpu t level +22 dBu

Link

Connector XLR connector

B615D

Loudspeaker System Data

Frequenc y Response 50 Hz to 18 kHz

Crossove r frequency 1.8 kHz

Sound pre ssure level max. 126 dB SPL @ 1 m

Limiter Optical

Dynamic Equalizer Processor-controlled

B612D

Loudspeaker System Data

Frequenc y Response 60 Hz to 18 kHz

Crossove r frequency 2.1 kHz

Sound pre ssure level max. 125 dB SPL @ 1 m

Limiter Optical

Dynamic Equalizer Processor-controlled

B615D/B612D

Equalizer

HIGH 12 kHz / ±15 dB

LOW 80 Hz / ±15 dB

Power Supply

Voltage (Fuses)

USA/Canad a 120 V, 60 Hz (T 6.3 A H 250 V)

UK/Austra lia 240 V~, 50 Hz (T 3.15 A H 2 50 V)

Europe 230 V~, 50 Hz (T 3.15 A H 2 50 V)

Japan 100 V~, 50-60 Hz (T 6.3 A H 25 0 V)

Power consum ption max. 600 Wat ts

Mains connection Standard IEC receptacle

B615D

Dimensions/Weight

Dimensio ns (H x W x D) 28.8 x 18.5 x 16.7"

732 x 470 x 424 mm

Weight 57.8 lbs / 26.2 kg

B612D

Dimensions/Weight

Dimensio ns (H x W x D) 25.9 x 15.5 x 15.1"

658 x 394 x 384 mm

Weight 49 lbs / 22.2 kg

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