Behringer EP2500 manual

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    Ve rs io n 1 .3 August 2003 Users Manual ENGLISH EUROPOWER EP1 500/EP2500[...]

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    2 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 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 [...]

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    3 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 EP1500/EP2500 EUROPOWER High-end power amp with optional bridge mono operation mode for live applications s 2 x 700 Watts (EP2500: 2 x 1200 Watts) into 2 Ohms, 1400 Watts (EP2500: 2400 Watts) into 4 Ohms bridged operation s 2-channel, parallel or bridged mono operating modes for flexible application s Independent limiters [...]

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    4 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 . INTRODUCTION ......................................................... 4 1.1 Before you get started ................................................... 4 2. CONTROL ELEMENTS ............................................... 5 2.1 Front panel ..............................................................[...]

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    5 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 2. CONTROL ELEMENTS + 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. Please make sure the unit is provided with sufficient ventilation, and never place your EUROPOWER amp on top of oth[...]

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    6 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 2. CONTROL ELEMENTS + To prevent faulty operation, please assure that the unit is kept at a distance from other appliances emanating heat. These are the Speakon ® outputs (channels 1 and 2). When running the unit in mono-bridged mode (see chapter 2.3.5), please use the channel 1 output exclusively. For further information[...]

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    7 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 3. APPLICATIONS 3. APPLICATIONS + Running EUROPOWER amplifiers in conjunction with 8- Ohm speakers with a power rating of at least 2 x 260 Watts (EP1500) and 2 x 450 Watts (EP2500) is recommended to assure optimal operation. 3.1 Differences between 2-channel, parallel and mono-bridged operating modes 2-channel mode is the [...]

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    8 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 3. APPLICATIONS Fig. 3.4: DIP switch positions for parallel operation When running in mono-bridged mode , the voltage of both channels is added up and fed into a single loudspeaker system. There is one input and one output signal respectively, and only the controls of channel 1 (and not of channel 2) are used. + However, s[...]

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    9 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 4. INSTALLATION The BEHRINGER EUROLIVE SERIES loudspeakers are an outstanding solution for expanding your P.A. system, because each frequency range/application has a speaker type that optimally suits its characteristics. + Extreme clip limiter settings in bi-amp operating mode can result in balance shifting. Fig. 3.7: Ster[...]

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    10 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 4. INSTALLATION 4.1.1 Using the binding posts To connect the loudspeakers to the amplifiers binding posts, please do the following: 1. Switch off the amp and disconnect it from the mains (unplug mains connector). 2. Remove the protective plastic covers shielding the binding posts by loosening the two screws on the righ[...]

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    11 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 5. SPECIFICATIONS BEHRINGER makes every effort to ensure the highest standard of quality. Necessary modifications are carried out without notice. Thus, the specifications and design of the device may differ from the information given in this manual. 5. SPECIFICATIONS 20 Hz - 20 kHz @ 0.1% THD, both channels driven: 8 Ω [...]

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    12 EUROPOWER EP1500/EP2500 6. WARRANTY The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording of any kind, for any purpose, without the express written per mission of BEHRINGER S [...]