Behringer EP2000 User Manual
ENGLISH
User Manual
EUROPOWER
EP2000/EP4000
Professional 2,000-Watt
and 4,000-Watt Stereo Power
Amplifier with ATR
(Accelerated Transient
Response) Technology
Thank you
Thank you for choosing a BEHRINGER EUROPOWER amplifier.
This piece of high-end gear was developed for professional use
in live applications, and its many features make it a useful and
dependable part of your sound system.
The EUROPOWER amps feature an input filter for each channel,
enabling you to remove the low-frequency portion of the
signal, if desired. Additionally, there is a limiter that protects
your loudspeakers. Various operating modes, such as parallel or
mono-bridged mode, open up various possibilities for effective
implementation with the rest of your audio equipment for almost
any application.
This manual first describes the controls and connection points
so that you fully understand the EUROPOWER amplifier and its
functions. Then it delves into the various applications where the
EUROPOWER amp can be used, and finishes with more details on
installing and making the connections to the amplifier.
Have fun with your new amplifier.
Table of Contents
Thank you ..................................................................... 1
Important Safety Instruction ..................................... 2
1. Introduction ............................................................ 3
1.1 Before you get started ..................................................................3
2. Control elements .................................................... 4
2.1 Front panel ........................................................................................4
2.2 Rear panel ..........................................................................................4
2.3 Configuration switches (MODE SWITCHES) .......................5
3. Applications ............................................................ 6
3.1 Differences between 2-channel, parallel and
mono-bridged operating modes ...................................................6
3.2 Bi-amping ...........................................................................................9
4. Installation ............................................................. 10
4.1 Connections ...................................................................................10
4.2 Audio connections ...................................................................... 11
5. Specifications ........................................................12
Legal Disclaimer ........................................................ 13
Warranty ..................................................................... 14
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Danish, Portugese, Greek, Japanese and Chinese. There may
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Important Safety Instruction
*
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the
presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the
enclosure - voltage that may be sufficient to constitute
a risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to
important operating and maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top
◊
cover (or the rear section). No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualied personnel.
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, such as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.
These service instructions are for use by qualied service
◊
personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock do not
perform any servicing other than that contained in the
operation instructions. Repairs have to be performed by
qualied service personnel.
We would like to bring your attention to the fact that
◊
extremely loud sound levels may damage your hearing as
well as your loudspeakers. Please lower both GAIN controls
leftwards before powering up the unit. Be sure to keep the
volume at an appropriate level.
Ventilation: The appliance should be situated so that its
◊
location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated
on a bed, sofa rug, or similar surface that may block the
ventilation openings: or placed in a built-in installation,
such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the ow of
air through the ventilation openings.
Caution
Caution
!
Caution
!
Caution
!
Read these instructions.
{1}.
Keep these instructions.
{2}.
Heed all warnings.
{3}.
Follow all instructions.
{4}.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
{5}.
Clean only with dry cloth.
{6}.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manu-
{7}.
facturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
{8}.
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
{9}.
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A groundingtype plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
[10].
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer
[11].
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
[12].
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
[13].
when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
[14].
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 been dropped.
The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective
[15].
earthing connection.
Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect
[16].
device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
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Introduction1.
Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after
Honestly, who really likes to read manuals? We know you want
to get started right away, but please read this manual carefully
and keep it for future reference. It is only after reading these
instructions that you will fully understand and be able to use all
the features your EUROPOWER amplier has to offer.
Before you get started1.1
Shipment1.1.1
Your EUROPOWER was carefully packed at the factory,
and the packaging is designed to protect the unit from rough
handling. Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully
examine the packaging and its contents for any signs of
physical damage, which may have occurred during transit.
If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to
◊
BEHRINGER, but notify your dealer and the shipping
company immediately. Otherwise, claims for damage or
replacement may not be granted.
your purchase by visiting http://www.behringer.com and read
the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our inten-
tion to have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for
warranty service, please contact the BEHRINGER retailer from
whom the equipment was purchased. Should your 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://www.behringer.com). Registering your purchase
and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims more
quickly and efciently.
Online registration1.1.3
Thank you for your cooperation!
Initial operation1.1.2
Please make sure the unit is provided with sufcient ventilation,
and never place your EUROPOWER amp on top of other heatemanating equipment or in the vicinity of a heater to avoid the
risk of overheating.
The mains connection is made via the enclosed power cord and a
standard IEC receptacle. It meets all international safety
certication requirements.
Please make sure that all units have a proper ground
◊
connection. For your own safety, never remove or disable
the ground conductor from the unit or the AC power cord.
The sound quality may diminish within the range of
◊
powerful broadcasting stations and high-frequency sources.
Increase the distance between the transmitter and the
device and use shielded cables for all connections.
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Control elements2.
Front panel2.1
Fig. 2.1: Front panel control elements
Since control elements of both the EP2000 and the EP4000 are
identical, we have used the EP2000 as the model represented in
the illustrations to assure simplicity.
The main switch is used to power up the amp.
[1]
Merely switching the unit off does not mean that it is fully
◊
disconnected from the mains. When not using the unit for
prolonged periods of time, please unplug the unit’s power
cord from the power outlet.
Ventilation openings are located at the front of the unit, so
[2]
that hot air is prevented from being trapped inside the unit,
thus causing faulty operation or even damage.
The CLIP LED lights up when the signal is distorted.
[3]
Should distortion occur, reduce the input level, so that the
CLIP LED stops lighting up.
The SIGNAL LED lights up as long as a signal is present at
[4]
the input.
The Gain control (channels 1 and 2) is used for setting up
[5]
the input gain.
The POWER LED lights up as soon as the unit is
[6]
powered up.
Rear panel2.2
Fig. 2.2: Rear panel control elements
These are the balanced XLR inputs (channels 1 and 2).
[7]
These are the stereo ¼" TRS inputs (channels 1 and 2).
[8]
They can also be used with unbalanced plugs.
These are the MODE switches, used to alter the operating
[9]
modes as well as to set the limiters and high-pass lters
(see chapter 2.3).
The unit’s fan is located here. Fan speed adjusts automati-
[10]
cally to assure trouble-free operation.
To prevent faulty operation, please assure that the unit is
◊
kept at a distance from other appliances emanating heat.
These are the speaker outputs (channels 1 and 2). When
[11]
running the unit in mono-bridged mode (see chapter 2.3.5),
please use the channel 1 output exclusively. For further
information on the connectors please refer to chapter 4.1.
These are the output terminals (channels 1 and 2). When
[12]
running in mono, please make sure to use both middle
connectors to connect your loudspeaker.
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BREAKER (automated fuse). After eliminating the cause of
[13]
faulty operation, simply depress the BREAKER and power
up the unit again. The BREAKER acts in place of common
discardable fuses.
Caution
!
Before engaging the BREAKER switch, you should power
◊
down the unit (POWER switch set to OFF)!
Power is supplied via an IEC connector. The matching
[14]
cable is provided with the unit.
SERIAL NUMBER of your EUROPOWER.
[15]
Here you can nd a detailed overview of the individual
[16]
MODE SWITCHES functions (
{9}
).
Configuration switches 2.3
(MODE SWITCHES)
Input filter2.3.2
The LF (high-pass) lter removes frequencies below 30 and
50 Hz respectively. The reproduction of the signal’s bass portion
is thus optimized, since ultra-low, distracting frequencies are
eliminated, and more power is available for the reproduction of
the wanted segment of the signal. Engaging and disengaging
the lters is done by using the switches 3 (ch. 1) and 8 (ch. 2).
Switches 2 (ch. 1) and 9 (ch. 2) determine the cut-off frequency.
As long as the lter is disengaged, frequencies below 5 Hz are
cut to prevent damage.
You should set up the lters so they best suit the frequency
response of your speakers, since some speakers (e.g. bass reex
speakers) are particularly sensitive to over-excursion below the
listed frequency range.
The 50 Hz lter should be engaged when using broadband
speakers because the lter provides a moderate amplication in
the 100-Hz range, resulting in a fuller sound. The 30 Hz lter
is ideally suited for subwoofer operation as well as for broad-
band cabinets. The “Off” setting should be used only for special
applications (e.g. studio applications), in which recognizing and
subsequently removing infra-sound is important.
Fig. 2.3: Dip-switches
Clip limiter2.3.1
When the input signal connected to your amp is too high, you
end up with a distorted output signal. To prevent this, both
channels of your EUROPOWER feature a clip limiter that can
be engaged or disengaged selectively. The limiters automati-
cally recognize distortion and lower amplication until distortion
is reduced to a tolerable level. To preserve the dynamic characteristics of the signal when low distortion levels are occurring,
the clip limiters function with moderate suppression. Use
switches 1 (ch. 1) and 10 (ch. 2) to activate the clip limiters.
When using broadband loudspeaker systems, the clip limiter
reduces high frequency distortions which occur when an
amplier is overloaded. The drivers are thus protected from
being damaged.
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