EUROPOWER PMP860M/PMP880S/PMP1280S
User manual
Version 1.1 November 2006
EUROPOWER PMP860M/PMP880S/PMP1280S
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. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
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.
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 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, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
12)Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
13)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
14)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table 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.
15)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
16)Refer all servicing to qualified 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 been dropped.
17)CAUTION - These service instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions.
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EUROPOWER PMP860M/PMP880S/PMP1280S
FOREWORD
Dear Customer,
Welcome to the team of EUROPOWER users and thank you very much for expressing your confidence in BEHRINGER products by purchasing this power mixer.
It is one of my most pleasant tasks to write this letter to you, because it is the culmination of many months of hard work delivered by our engineering team to reach a very ambitious goal: to present you two outstanding power mixers that give you maximum flexibility and
performance with a unique sound character and broad range of striking functions.
The task to design the new PMP series certainly meant a great deal of responsibility, which we assumed by focusing on you, the discerning user and musician. It also meant a lot of work and night shifts to accomplish this goal. But it was fun, too. Developing a product usually brings a lot of people together, and what a great feeling it is when everybody who participated in such a project can be proud of what we’ve achieved.
It is our philosophy to share our joy with you, because you are the most important member of the BEHRINGER team. With your highly competent suggestions for new products you’ve greatly contributed 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 favorable price. All of this will enable you to fully unfold your creativity without being hampered by budget constraints.
We are often asked how we can make it to produce such highgrade devices at such unbelievably low prices. The answer is quite simple: it’s you, our customers! Many satisfied customers means large sales volumes enabling us to get better conditions of purchase for components, etc. Isn’t it only fair to pass this benefit back to you? Because we know that your success is our success, too!
I would like to thank all people whose help on “Project PMP” has made it all possible. Everybody has made very personal contributions, starting from the designers of the unit to the many staff members in our company and finally to you, the user of BEHRINGER products.
My friends, it’s been worth the trouble!
Thank you very much,
Uli Behringer
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................... |
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1.1 |
Before you get started ................................................... |
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1.1.1 |
Shipment ............................................................... |
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1.1.2 |
Initial operation ...................................................... |
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1.1.3 |
Online registration ................................................ |
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1.2 |
The manual ..................................................................... |
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2. CONTROL ELEMENTS ............................................... |
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2.1 |
Mono and stereo channels ............................................ |
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2.1.1 Input section ......................................................... |
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2.2 |
Effects section ............................................................... |
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2.3 |
Main and monitor section ................................................ |
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2.3.1 Connectors ........................................................... |
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Rear panel ...................................................................... |
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3. DIGITAL EffeCTs Processor...................................... |
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4. INSTALLATION ........................................................... |
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4.1 |
Mains connection ........................................................... |
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4.2 |
Audio connections ......................................................... |
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4.3 |
Loudspeaker connection ................................................ |
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5. WIRING EXAMPLES ................................................... |
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6. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... |
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7. WARRANTY .............................................................. |
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CAUTION!
+We would like to point out that high volume levels may damage your hearing and/or your headphones. Please turn the MAIN MASTER and MONITOR MASTER controls fully counter-clockwise before switching on the device. Always make sure that the appropriate volume is set.
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EUROPOWER PMP860M/PMP880S/PMP1280S
1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! With the PMP mixer you have acquired a state- of-the-art power mixer that sets new standards. Right from the very start it has been our goal to design a revolutionary unit that can be used for a wide variety of applications. And indeed, this overwhelming power mixer gives you plenty of functionality and a broad range of connection and expansion options.
Your power mixer features our revolutionary Coolaudio amplifier technology that reduces weight and size of your device and provides extreme high output power.
Further advantages are the integrated Voice Canceller that removes vocal tracks from a playback, the FBQ function for feedback detection and the Speaker Processing function for adjusting the frequency response of any loudspeaker—and everything with 24-bit/40 kHz resolution.
The mixing consoles of the PMP series feature a state of the art, integrated switch-mode power supply (SMPS). One of the great advantages is that (compared to conventional circuits) due to its much greater efficiency, it consumes much less energy than a conventional power supply unit.
BEHRINGER is a company with its roots in professional recording studio technology. For many years we have been successful in developing products for studio and live use. These include microphones and 19" units of all types (compressors, enhancers, noise gates, tube processors, headphone amplifiers, digital effects, DI boxes, etc.), monitor and P.A. speakers as well as professional live and recording mixers. Our entire technical knowhow has gone into your PMP power mixer.
1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
Your PMP mixer 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.
+We recommend that you use a flight case, so as to give your power mixer optimum protection during use or transport.
+Always use the original packing carton to prevent damage during storage or transport.
+Make sure that children cannot play unsupervised with the device or its packaging.
+Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials.
1.1.2 Initial operation
Be sure that there is enough air space around the unit for cooling and, to avoid overheating, please do not place the EUROPOWER near radiators, etc.
+Blown fuses must be replaced by fuses of the same type and rating! Please refer to the “SPECIFICATIONS” for details.
The mains connection is made using the enclosed power cord and a standard IEC receptacle. It meets all of the international safety certification requirements.
+Please make sure that all units have proper ground connection. For your own safety, never remove or disable the ground conductor from the unit or on the AC power cord.
+Important notes concerning installation: 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.
1.1.3 Online registration
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting www.behringer.com (alternatively www.behringer.de) and kindly read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, our goal is to have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact the 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 (www.behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
1.2 The manual
This manual is designed to give you both an overview of all control elements and to provide detail about how to use them. To provide you with a clear structure, we have grouped the control elements according to their function. They can easily be found on the enclosed numbered illustrations. If you need more detailed information on specific topics, please visit our web site www.behringer.com. The product-related information pages and the Ultranet-based glossary explain the relevant audio engineering terminology in full detail.
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