Samson XP1000 User Manual

1000-WATT PORTABLE PA SYSTEM

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XP1

Owner's Manual

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Important Safety Information

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RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRONIQUE -

NE PAS OUVRIR WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) AS THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This lightning ﬂash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufﬁcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.

Private household in the 28 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).

For Countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for a correct method of disposal.

By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.

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Important Safety Information

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 the plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.

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 apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug the apparatus during lightening storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed personnel. Service 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 has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object ﬁlled with liquid such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

16. Caution-to prevent electrical shock, match wide blade plug wide slot fully insert.

17. Please keep a good ventilation environment around the entire unit.

18. To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the stand in accordance with the installation instructions.

19. WARNING: The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, ﬁre or the like.

20. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Important Safety Information

FCC Notice

1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

2. Changes or modiﬁcations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

RF Warning Statement

The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.

This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

XP1000 Mixer Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Pairing with a Bluetooth® device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Setting Up the XP1000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Applying Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Avoiding Feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Stage XPD1 Wireless System (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

XP1000 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Wiring Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Speciﬁcations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Expedition XP1000 PORTABLE PA SYSTEM from Samson! The XP1000 delivers the optimum balance between huge, awesome sound and portability. The system is light enough for one person to carry, and packs together into a single unit, making it amazingly easy to transport even in the trunk of a compact car.

The XP1000 system is comprised of two 10” 2-way speaker cabinets, a 10-channel, 1000 watt powered mixer, and two speakers cables. The powered mixer packs neatly into the back of one of the speaker cabinets and there is a accessory compartment behind the second cabinet to hold the speaker and power cables. The two speakers feature our unique slide and lock design to join together, allowing the entire system to pack up into a single unit about the size of a carry-on piece of luggage.

The 10-channel mixer can be used while it is stored in the back of the speaker or removed from the speaker for desktop use. It features 4 inputs for connecting microphones, plus three inputs for connecting stereo signals, like those from a keyboard or MP3 player. There’s also a built-in, 24-bit digital effects processor to add studio quality effects to your voice or instruments. For music playback, the XP1000 features wireless Bluetooth tablet, or computer. The mixer also provides a robust output, with 1000 watts of total power from the highly-efficient, lightweight, Class D amplifier section.

The XP1000 employs a matched speaker system with dual 2-way enclosures that have proprietary 10” woofers and 1” high frequency drivers loaded in a 90° x 60° horn for wide vertical coverage. To project the sound to a larger audience, the XP1000 speakers can be mounted on standard speaker stands, thanks to the integral pole mount receptacles. The XP1000 is constructed using durable ABS, high impact plastic, making it super road tough, and at the same time, lightweight.

The XP1000 is the perfect tool for your solo performance, garage band rehearsal, cocktail hour act, boardroom presentation, or classroom lecture. In this manual, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the XP1000 PA system, as well as step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specifications.

We recommend you keep the following records for reference, as well as a copy of your sales receipt.

Serial number: ____________________________________________

Date of purchase: __________________________________________

Dealer name: _____________________________________________

With proper care and maintenance, your XP1000 will operate trouble-free for many years. Should your speaker ever require servicing, a Return Authorization (RA) number must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-

6766) for an RA number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original pack-

ing materials and, if possible, return the unit in its original carton. If your XP1000 was purchased outside of the United States, contact your local distributor for warranty details and service information.

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connectivity, to stream audio from your smart phone,

Features

The Samson Expedition XP1000 is a compact portable PA system with dual 2-way speakers, onboard mixer and 1000 watt power amplifier. Here are some of the main features:

• Lightweight and designed to allow you to connect all the pieces together into a sin-

gle, easy to move case.

• The mixer is stored in one of the speaker cabinets; the other cabinet has an acces-

sory compartment for storing the speaker cables, microphones, etc.

• The speakers are tuned, 2-way vented enclosures with 10-inch woofers for deep

bass, complimented by a 1-inch high frequency driver, set in a custom horn with a 60 x 90 degree coverage pattern producing a clean, clear sound.

• Internal 2 x 500 watt lightweight power amplifier produces a powerful stereo sound.

• The XP1000’s mixer can be removed from the speaker for tabletop placement and

you can use the kick stand to set the mixer at an ergonomically correct angle. You can also use the optional SMS510 adapter to mount the mixer to a microphone stand.

• The 10-channel mixer features four Mic/Line inputs allowing you to connect micro-

phones or line level signals, plus three stereo inputs for connecting line signals from keyboards, drum machines and MP3 players.

• Each channel features bass and treble controls allowing you to tailor the sound of

each input.

• To create a lush sound on the first four channels, you can select from the sixteen

on-board, 24-bit digital effects.

• Bluetooth® connectivity allows you to stream wireless audio from your smartphone,

tablet, or computer.

• For added flexibility, the XP1000’s mixer has a Monitor Out, allowing you to con-

nect external powered speakers or active subwoofer to expand the system.

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