Behringer Eurolive B1520 Pro - Introduction

4
EUROLIVE PROFESSIONAL SERIES
1. INTRODUCTION
1. INTRODUCTION
By purchasing BEHRINGER EUROLIVE PROFESSIONAL
speakers, you have obtained a first-class PA loudspeaker
system. Now, you own (at least) one component of an
expandable system that will reproduce the sound of your musical
material unadulterated and perfectly balanced.
Thanks to its numerous features, the EUROLIVE
PROFESSIONAL SERIES is the ideal PA loudspeaker system: it is
equally well-suited both for small gigs and large stages. We
have brought it to life in order to offer you a complete range of
loudspeaker choices. In doing so, we have left open all the options
for expanding your PA system. All loudspeakers feature
professional inputs and outputs (compatible to Neutrik
®
Speakon
®
),
letting you flexibly expand your setup whenever you need to.
+ The following instructions are intended to
familiarize you with the specialized terminology
used throughout this users manual, so that you
can master all the functions. After having thoroughly
read the users manual, store it in a safe place for
future reference.
1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
Your EUROLIVE speakers were carefully packed at the
assembly plant to assure secure transport. Should the condition
of the cardboard box suggest that damage may have taken place,
please inspect the unit immediately and look for physical indications
of damage.
+ Damaged units should NEVER be sent directly to us.
Please inform the dealer from whom you acquired
the unit immediately as well as the transportation
company from which you took delivery of the unit.
Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may
be rendered invalid.
+ Please always use the original packaging to avoid
damage due to storage or shipping.
+ Never let unsupervised children play with the
EUROLIVE speakers or their packaging.
+ Please dispose of all packaging materials in an
environmentally friendly fashion.
1.1.2 Initial operation
Your EUROLIVE speakers are connected to a power amplifier
using the speaker connectors located in the back. Please read
ch. 5, ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS and ch. 6, APPLICATION
EXAMPLES to get important technical information and practical
suggestions about use.
+ Always make sure to mute your power amplifier
before connecting the speakers.
Fig. 1.1: B1520 PRO connector panel
(B1220 PROs is similar)
Fig. 1.2: Subwoofer connector panel (B1800X PRO)
The EUROLIVE PROFESSIONAL SERIES features professional
speaker connectors (compatible to Neutrik
®
Speakon
®
) that assure
problem-free operation. The Speakon
®
connector was developed
for loudspeakers with high power ratings. If it is connected into
the corresponding plug, it locks into place and cannot accidentally
be disconnected. It protects against electric shock and assures
correct polarity. Each of the plugs only carries the assigned
individual signal (see table 4.1/Fig. 1.3 and the insignia on the
back of the unit).
Fig. 1.3: Speakon
®
connector
Please only use the commercially available Speakon
®
cables
(type NL4FC) to connect your loudspeakers to the power amp.
Verify the pin assignment of your loudspeakers and cables
depending on the loudspeaker output you are using.
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/
support).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us
process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
1.2 Users manual
This users manual is structured in such a way to give you an
overview about the application options of your EUROLIVE
PROFESSIONAL speakers, giving you at the same time important
information about optimizing your PA system. Should you require
detailed explanations about specific subjects, please visit us on
the internet at www.behringer.com.