thomann Fun generation BP 108 A User Manual

BP 108 A

active 2-way speaker

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann

Thomann GmbH

Hans-Thomann-Straße 1

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Internet: www.thomann.de

23.09.2019, ID: 471746

Table of contents

Table of contents

1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4

1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5

1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6

1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6

2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 16

4 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 17

5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 19

5.1 Playback via Bluetooth................................................................................................................... 23

6 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 24

7 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 26

8 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 29

9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 30

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General notes

1 General notes

This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.

Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.

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1.1 Further information

General notes

On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:

Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.

Keyword search

Online guides

Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.

Service

Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.

Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.

If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.

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General notes

1.2 Notational conventions

This manual uses the following notational conventions:

Letterings

Displays

The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.

Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.

Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.

Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .

1.3 Symbols and signal words

In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.

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General notes

Signal word Meaning

DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an

immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.

WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐

sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious
injury if it is not avoided.

CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐

sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.

NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐

sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.

Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

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General notes

Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – danger zone.

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2 Safety instructions

Safety instructions

Intended use

This device is intended to be used in a sound reinforcement system. Use the device only as
described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐
ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be
assumed for damages resulting from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

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Safety instructions

DANGER!
Danger for children

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!

Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!

Never let children unattended use electrical devices.

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Safety instructions

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside

Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or
damaged.

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or re. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.

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Safety instructions

CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage

The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent
hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to
be uncritical can cause hearing damage.

Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or
hearing impairment. If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use su‐
cient ear protectors.

WARNING!
Incorrect handling of lithium batteries can result in injury

In the event of a short circuit, overheating or mechanical damage, lithium bat‐
teries can cause severe injuries.

Follow the advice on the correct handling of lithium batteries in the present sec‐
tion.

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Safety instructions

NOTICE!
Risk of re

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked ames.

NOTICE!
Risk of re due to incorrect polarity

Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.

Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.

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Safety instructions

NOTICE!
Operating conditions

This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.

Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctua‐
tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐
perature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures).

Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient
conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by
qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other
malfunction.

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Safety instructions

NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries

Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.

Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.

NOTICE!
Possible staining

The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react
with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC oor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.

In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the oor, but use felt-pad
oor protectors or a carpet.

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Features

3 Features

The mobile PA system is characterized by the following features:

n 2-way active speaker box for PA and DJ application
n Maximum output power: 60 W
n 8" woofer
n 1" compression driver
n 2-band equalizer
n Built-in media player with display, FM receiver, SD/MMC card slot, USB port and Bluetooth

receiver

n 2 × MIC input (1/4" phone socket)
n 1 × RCA socket pair
n Solid plastic housing with pole mount and handles
n Includes power supply

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4 Starting up

Starting up

Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.

Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.

NOTICE!
Possible property damage by magnetic elds

Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic eld. Therefore, maintain an appropriate
distance to devices that can be adversely aected or damaged by an external
magnetic eld.

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Starting up

The unit can be mounted on a tripod or set up on the oor or a suciently sized and stable
surface, e.g. a wall bracket.

NOTICE!
Use of stands

When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and
stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum
permissible load capacity of the stand.

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5 Connections and controls

Connections and controls

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Connections and controls

1 Media player

2 USB port

3 Display

4 Selection and control buttons of the built-in media player:

Hold down the button to decrease the volume.

If you press the button briey, it has a dierent function depending on the mode:

USB / SD / Bluetooth: Skip back, FM: Station scan back, Line: no function

Depending on the mode, this button has a dierent function:

USB / SD / Bluetooth: Pause playback, FM: Station scan, Line: Mute

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Connections and controls

Hold down the button to increase the volume.

If you press the button briey, it has a dierent function depending on the mode:

USB / SD / Bluetooth: Skip ahead, FM: Station scan ahead, Line: no function

[M]

Button for selecting the mode (USB / SD / Bluetooth, FM radio, line input).

5 SD / MMC card slot

6 [VOLUME]

Use this control to adjust the volume of your microphone, instrument, or other audio source.

7 [BASS]

Use this control to adjust the low frequencies of your microphone, instrument, or other audio source.

8 [TREBLE]

Use this control to adjust the high frequencies of your microphone, instrument, or other audio source.

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Connections and controls

9 [M.ECHO]

Use this control to adjust the echo eect of your microphone or instrument.

10 [M.VOL]

Use this control to adjust the echo eect volume of your microphone or instrument.

11 Connection socket for a power supply 15 V DC 1 A

12 Main switch to turn the device on and o.

13 LEDs

Blue: Lights up when the device is turned on

Red: Lights up when the device is connected to the mains or being charged

Green: Lights when the battery is fully charged

14 1/4" phone socket to connect the microphone or instrument.

15 RCA input sockets for connecting an external audio device.

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5.1 Playback via Bluetooth

Connections and controls

You can play music wirelessly from mobile Bluetooth devices such as smart phones, tablets or
laptops via the built-in Bluetooth receiver of the device. Observe the user's guide of your Blue‐
tooth device. Place the Bluetooth device near the box and turn it on.

Press repeatedly [MODE] until ‘BT’ ashes in the display. After a few seconds, your Bluetooth
device will be detected and the display shows ‘BT’ permanently.

You can then play the music les stored in the Bluetooth device. Use the buttons of the built-in
player for control.

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Technical specications

6 Technical specications

Inputs 1 × RCA socket pair, stereo

2 × 1/4" phone socket

Speaker Two-way system with 1" compression driver and 8" woofer

Max. sound pressure level 109 dB

Frequency range 75 Hz … 18 kHz

Storage media SD card, USB devices

Playback formats MP3, WAV

Output power RMS: 15 W

Peak: 60 W

Operating supply voltage

Mounting option Standing or on tripod

Dimensions (W × H × D) 245 mm × 390 mm × 195 mm

AC 100 … 230 V 50/60 Hz

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Weight 4.6 kg

Ambient conditions Temperature range –5 °C…45 °C

Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing

Further information

Multifunctional housing Yes

Tripod ange Yes

Truss-capable No

Outdoor capable No

Technical specications

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Plug and connection assignment

7 Plug and connection assignment

Introduction

Balanced and unbalanced trans‐
mission

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This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐
ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.

Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a
plug ts into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short
circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!

Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and in hi use.
Instrument cables with two conductors (one core plus shielding) are typical representatives of
the unbalanced transmission. One conductor is ground and shielding while the signal is trans‐
mitted through the core.

Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, especially at low
levels, such as microphone signals and when using long cables.

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1/4" TS phone plug (mono,
unbalanced)

Plug and connection assignment

In a professional environment, therefore, the balanced transmission is preferred, because this
enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances. In addition to the conduc‐
tors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers
the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°.

Since the interference aects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the
interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐
ference.

1 Signal

2 Ground, shielding

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Plug and connection assignment

1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐
anced)

1 Signal (in phase, +)

2 Signal (out of phase, –)

3 Ground

RCA connection

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Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug.

1 Signal

2 Ground, shielding

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8 Cleaning

Cleaning

Device components

Clean the device components that are accessible from the outside regularly. The cleaning fre‐
quency depends on the operating environment: damp, smoky or particularly dirty environ‐
ments can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the device components.

n Clean with a dry soft cloth.
n Stubborn dirt can be removed with a slightly dampened cloth.
n Never use solvents or alcohol for cleaning.

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Protecting the environment

9 Protecting the environment

Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial

For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.

Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

Disposal of your old device

This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste.

Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal rm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

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Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de