EP1500/EP2500
User’s Manual 
Version 1.0 February 2003
EUROPOWER
ENGLISH
EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: 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 qualified personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture.
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.
DETAILED SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
1)Read these instructions.
2)Keep these instructions.
3)Heed all warnings.
4)Follow all instructions.
5)Do not use this device near water.
6)Clean only with a 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 amplifiers) 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. 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 plugs, extension cords, and the point at which they exit the unit.
11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the device. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ device combination to avoid injury from stumbling over it.
13)Unplug this device during lightning storms or when not used for long periods of time.
14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit 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 device, the unit has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500
EUROPOWER
High-end power amp with optional bridge mono operation mode for live applications
s2 x 700 Watts (EP2500: 2 x 1200 Watts) into 2 Ohms, 1400 Watts (EP2500: 2400 Watts) intoEP1500/EP25004 Ohms bridged operation
s2-channel, parallel or bridged mono operating modes for flexible application
sIndependent limiters for each channel offer dependable protection against distortion
sPrecise signal and clip LED indicators to monitor performance
sSelectable low-frequency filters (30 Hz or 50 Hz) remove distracting infra-sound frequencies
sProfessional Speakon® and “touch-proof” binding post loudspeaker outputs enable secure operation
sBalanced XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs
sConnection option for extra amps in parallel operation
sUltra-reliable Toshiba®/Fairchild® high-power transistors
sHigh-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction for long life and durability
sHigh-current Toroid® toroidal transformer for absolute reliability and lowest noise emission
s“Back-to-front” ventilation system including air filter with automatically adjusting fan speed for smooth operation
sIndependent DC and thermal overload protection on each channel automatically protects amplifier and speakers
sManufactured under ISO9000 certified management system
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EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500
FOREWORD
Dear Customer,
welcome to the team of BEHRINGER users, and thank you very much for expressing your confidence in us by purchasing this power amplifier.
Writing this foreword for you gives me great pleasure, because it represents the culmination of many months of hard work delivered by our engineering team to achieve a very ambitious goal: to develop two outstanding power amplifiers, whose flexibility lets them respond to all the P.A. and instrument
amplification requirements. The task of designing our new EUROPOWER EP1500 and EP2500 certainly meant a great deal of responsibility, which we assumed by focusing on you, the discerning user and musician. Meeting your expectations also meant a lot of work and night shifts. But it was fun, too. Developing a product usually brings a lot of people together, and what a great feeling it is when all who participated in such a project can be proud of what they’ve achieved.
It is our philosophy to share our enjoyment with you, because you are the most important member of the BEHRINGER team. With your highly competent suggestions for new products you’ve made a significant contribution to shaping our company and making it successful. In return, we guarantee you uncompromising quality as well as excellent technical and audio properties at an extremely reasonable price. All of this will enable you to give free rein to your creativity without being hampered by budget constraints.
We are often asked how we manage to produce such highquality devices at such unbelievably low prices. The answer is quite simple: it’s you, our customers! Many satisfied customers mean large sales volumes enabling us to get better purchasing terms for components, etc. Isn’t it only fair to pass this benefit on to you? Because we know that your success is our success too!
I would like to thank all of you who have made the EUROPOWER power amplifiers possible. You have all made your own personal contributions, from the developers to the many other employees at this company, and to you, the BEHRINGER user.
My friends, it’s been worth the effort!
Thank you very much,
Uli Behringer
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................... |
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Before you get started ................................................... |
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2. CONTROL ELEMENTS ............................................... |
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Front panel ...................................................................... |
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Rear panel ...................................................................... |
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2.3 |
Configuration switches (MODE SWITCHES) .................. |
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Clip limiter .............................................................. |
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Input filter .............................................................. |
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2-channel mode (stereo) ..................................... |
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Parallel mode ........................................................ |
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2.3.5 |
Mono-bridged mode ............................................. |
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3. APPLICATIONS .......................................................... |
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Differences between 2-channel, parallel and mono- |
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bridged operating modes ................................................ |
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Bi-amping ........................................................................ |
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4. INSTALLATION ........................................................... |
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Connections .................................................................... |
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Audio connections ....................................................... |
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5. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... |
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6. WARRANTY .............................................................. |
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1. INTRODUCTION
By purchasing one of the BEHRINGER EUROPOWER amplifiers, you have selected a piece of high-end gear. This unit was developed for professional use in live applications, and its rich list of features will make it a dependable part of your equipment with a diverse set of possible uses.
The EUROPOWER amps feature for example an input filter for each channel, enabling you to remove the disturbing lowfrequency portion of the signal. Additionally, there is a limiter that protects your loudspeakers. Various operating modes, such as parallel or mono mode, open up various possibilities for effective implementation with the rest of your audio equipment, leaving no wishes unanswered.
+This manual first describes the terminology used, so that you fully understand the EUROPOWER and its functions. Please read the manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
1.1 Before you get started
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.
Please take the time and send us the completely filled out warranty card within 14 days of the date of purchase. You may also register online at www.behringer.com. The serial number needed for the registration is located on the rear of the unit. Failure to register your product may void future warranty claims.
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