behringer PK112A 800-Watt 12 Inch PA Speaker System User Guide

behringer PK112A 800-Watt 12 Inch PA Speaker System

Specifications

• Model: PK112A/PK115A
• Power Output: 600/800 Watts
• Speaker Size: 12/15 inches
• Features: Built-in Media Player, Bluetooth Receiver, Integrated Mixer
• Version: 3.0

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions:

It is important to follow these safety instructions to ensure safe operation of the PA Speaker System:

1. Do not remove the top cover or rear section. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
2. Avoid exposing the appliance to rain or moisture.
3. Don’t defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
4. Protect the power cord from damage.
5. Use only recommended attachments and accessories.

Installation:

Before starting, make sure to read and understand the safety instructions provided in the manual. Follow these steps for installation:

1. Place the PA Speaker System on a stable surface.
2. Connect the power cord to a mains socket with protective earthing.
3. If using external devices, connect them to the appropriate inputs on the system.

Operation:

Once installed, follow these steps to operate the PA Speaker System:

1. Turn on the system using the power switch.
2. Adjust volume and settings using the integrated mixer.
3. To use the Bluetooth receiver, pair your device following the provided instructions.
4. You can play media using the built-in media player or external devices connected to the system.

FAQ

• Q: Can I use the PA Speaker System outdoors?
  • A: It is not recommended to expose the system to rain or moisture. Indoor use is advised for optimal performance and safety.
• Q: How do I connect my device via Bluetooth?
  • A: To connect via Bluetooth, ensure the system is in pairing mode and search for it on your device’s Bluetooth settings. Once found, select it to establish a connection.
• Q: What should I do if I encounter technical issues?
  • A: If you experience technical problems, refer to the troubleshooting section in the manual or contact qualified service personnel for assistance.

Important Safety Instructions

• Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock. Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with ¼” TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other installation or modification should be performed only by qualified personnel.

• 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.

• 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.

• Caution
  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.

• 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. Repairs have to be performed by qualified service personnel.

• Warning
  Please refer to the information on the exterior of bottom enclosure for electrical and safety information before installing or operating the device.

  1. Please read and follow all instructions and warnings.
  2. Keep the apparatus away from water (except for outdoor products).
  3. Clean only with dry cloth.
  4. Do not block ventilation openings. Do not install in a confined space. Install only according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  5. Protect the power cord from damage, particularly at plugs and appliance socket.
  6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  7. 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 (only for USA and Canada). 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.
  8. Protect the power cord from damage, particularly at plugs and appliance socket.
  9. Use only attachments and accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
  10. Use only specified carts, stands, tripods, brackets, or tables. Use caution to prevent tip-over when moving the cart/ apparatus combination.
  11. Unplug during storms, or if not in use for a long period.
  12. Only use qualified personnel for servicing, especially after damage.
  13. The apparatus with protective earthing terminal shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
  14. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
  15. Avoid installing in confined spaces like bookcases.
  16. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
  17. Operating temperature range 5° to 35°C (41° to 95°F).
  18. Warning

  • Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of used batteries according to local regulations and keep away from children.

  • Do NOT dispose of batteries in household trash or incinerate.

  • Even used batteries may cause severe injury or death.

  • Call a local poison control center for treatment information.

  • Battery type: CR2032

  • Battery voltage: 3 V

  • Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.

  • Do not force discharge, recharge, disassemble, heat above (manufacturer’s specified temperature rating) or incinerate. Doing so may result in injury due to venting, leakage or explosion resulting in chemical burns.

  • Ensure the batteries are installed correctly according to polarity (+ and -).

  • Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of batteries from equipment not used for an extended period of time according to local regulations.

  • Always completely secure the battery compartment.

  • If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product, remove the batteries, and keep them away from children.

  • Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard! Replace only with the same or equivalent type!

  • Risk of fire or explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type .

  • Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion;

  • Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas;

  • A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas .

  • Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

  •  Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
    WARNING

  • INGESTION
    HAZARD: This product contains a button cell or coin battery.

  •  DEATH or Serious injury can occur if ingested.

  • A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours.

  • KEEP new and used batteries OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

  • Seek Immediate medical attention if a battery is suspected to be swallowed or inserted inside any part of the body.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

Music Tribe accepts no liability for any loss which may be suffered by any person who relies either wholly or in part upon any description, photograph, or statement contained herein. Technical specifications, appearances and other information are subject to change without notice. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Midas, Klark Teknik, Lab Gruppen, Lake, Tannoy, Turbosound, TC Electronic, TC Helicon, Behringer, Bugera, Aston Microphones and Coolaudio are trademarks or registered trademarks of Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. © Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. 2024 All rights reserved.

LIMITED WARRANTY

For the applicable warranty terms and conditions and additional information regarding Music Tribe’s Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at community.musictribe.com/support.

Controls

1. SD/MMC slot allows you to play back digital audio files stored on SD (Secure Digital) or MMC (MultiMedia Card) flash memory cards.
2. LED DISPLAY shows the current file and playback settings.
3. USB input allows you to play back audio files stored on a USB stick.
4. INFRARED RECEIVER connects to the remote control.
5. DIGITAL MEDIA PLAYER for USB and SD/MMC offers the following playback controls:
   • A. PLAY/PAUSE: Press to play, pause or search.
   • B. STOP PLAYBACK: Press to stop audio playback.
   • C. VOLUME UP: Press to increase the MP3 playback volume.
   • D. VOLUME DOWN: Press to decrease the MP3 playback volume.
   • E. BACK: Press once to move to the previous song or folder.
   • F. FORWARD: Press once to move to the next song or folder.
   • G. REPEAT: Press to select between One, Random, Folder or All repeat modes.
   • H. EQ: Press to activate the EQ function and choose between EQ presets: Normal (NOR), Pop (POP), Rock (ROC), Jazz (JAZ), Classical (CLA) and Country (CUN).
   • I. MODE: Press to choose between the USB jack or SD/MMC/BLUETOOTH slot as the source for MP3 playback.
6. MIC 1/2 jacks accept audio signals from devices using cables using XLR, balanced ¼” TRS or unbalanced ¼” TS connectors.
7. MIC 1/2 knobs control the input level for the MIC 1/2 jacks.
8. LINE/MP3 knob controls the volume level for the LINE IN signal and the MP3 signal.
9. MASTER level control adjusts the final speaker volume.
10. MP3/LINE switch toggles between the MP3 player or LINE IN audio sources.
11. PWR LED lights up when the audio system is connected to power and switched on.
12. CLIP LED lights up to indicate the internal limiter is responding to signal peaks.
13. TREBLE knob adjusts the level of treble frequencies for the speaker unit.
14. BASS knob adjusts the level of bass frequencies for the speaker unit.
15. LINE OUT connections send out an unbalanced stereo signal to external devices using audio cables with RCA connectors.
16. LINE IN connections accept unbalanced stereo signals from external devices using audio cables with RCA connectors.
17. EXTENSION OUTPUT allows you to connect and drive an additional speaker cabinet (min. 8 Ω total load) using speaker cables with professional twist-locking connectors.
18. POWER switch turns the unit on and off. ! Before turning on the audio system, all level controls must be set to minimum. Once the system is turned on, slowly increase input levels to help prevent damage to the speaker and amplifier.
19. AC INPUT socket accepts the included IEC power cable.

Remote Control

1. STOP button turns the Digital Media Player on and off.
2. MODE button switches between USB and SD/ MMC/Bluetooth as the source for playback.
3. MUTE button mutes the sound.
4. BACK button skips back to the previous track.
5. FORWARD button skips ahead to the next track.
6. PLAY/PAUSE button starts and stops playback of audio files.
7. VOL- button decreases the volume when pressed.
8. VOL+ button increases the volume when pressed.
9. EQ button activates the EQ function and chooses between EQ presets: Normal (NOR), Pop (POP), Rock (ROC), Jazz (JAZ), Classical (CLA) and Country (CUN).
10. 100+ button jumps ahead by 100 tracks.
11. 200+ button jumps ahead by 200 tracks.
12. NUMERIC KEYPAD allows you to enter values for various functions.

Getting started

Step 2: Getting started

1. Place the speaker in your desired location.
2. Set all controls as shown: HIGH and LOW EQ knobs to their centered position at 12 o’clock; MIC 1/2, LINE/MP3 and MASTER knobs set to their minimum levels at the full counterclockwise position.
3. Make all necessary connections. DO NOT turn on the power yet.
4. Turn on your audio sources (mixer, microphones, instruments).
5. Turn on your speaker(s) by pressing the
6. POWER switch. The PWR LED will light up.
7. Insert your USB device or SD/MMC flash memory card with digital audio files into their respective USB or SD/MMC connections.
8. Using the controls in the DIGITAL MEDIA
9. PLAYER section, choose a digital audio file from your USB stick or SD/MMC card and begin playback by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button.
10. Turn the LINE/MP3 control up to around the 50% position.
11. Turn the MASTER knob clockwise until you find a comfortable volume level.
12. For devices connected to the MIC 1/2 XLR and ¼” jacks, play your analog audio source or speak into your microphone at a normal-to-loud level while adjusting the MIC 1/2 knob for that MIC channel. If the sound distorts, lower the MIC 1/2 knob until the sound cleans up.
13. For devices connected to the stereo LINE IN RCA jacks, first set the device’s output level to approximately 50%, and then begin playback. Rotate the LINE/MP3 knob to adjust the volume level for the LINE IN RCA jacks. NOTE: Because the LINE IN jacks and MP3 player share the same LINE/MP3 level knob, you may need to adjust the volume output directly on the external devices to achieve your desired sound balance. Make final volume adjustments using the MASTER knob.
14. If necessary, adjust the HIGH and LOW EQ knobs to boost or cut treble and bass frequencies to your taste.

Using extension speaker cabinets

1. Make sure the unit is powered down with the MASTER knob set to the minimum setting at full counter-clockwise.
2. Run a speaker cable with professional twist-locking connectors from the EXTENSION OUTPUT jack to the speaker cabinet’s input. The twist-locking connector will snap securely into place to prevent accidental disconnection.
3. Slowly turn the MASTER knob clockwise while playing back audio until you reach the desired volume level.

Make sure the total impedance of the extension cabinet(s) is a minimum of 8 Ω.

Bluetooth pairing

To connect PK112A/PK115A to your Bluetooth device, use the following procedure:

1. Press the MODE button to select Bluetooth (bt) mode and activate the Bluetooth pairing process.

2. Enable Bluetooth on your Bluetooth audio device.

3. Check that your Bluetooth device is searching for a connection.

4. Once your device detects your speaker,
   select PK112A/PK115A from your Bluetooth device’s menu.

5. Wait until your Bluetooth device shows an active connection.

6. Set the output volume on your Bluetooth device to approximately 50%.

7. Begin audio playback on your Bluetooth device.

8. Use the LINE/MP3 knob to balance the Bluetooth volume with other audio.

9. Adjust the MASTER knob to set the desired final volume.

Specifications

Important information

1. Register online. Please register your new Music Tribe equipment right after you purchase it by visiting musictribe.com. Registering your purchase using our simple online form helps us to process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently. Also, read the terms and conditions of our warranty, if applicable.
2. Malfunction. Should your Music Tribe Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity, you may contact the Music Tribe Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under “Support” at musictribe.com. Should your country not be listed, please check if your problem can be dealt with by our “Online Support” which may also be found under “Support” at musictribe.com. Alternatively, please submit an online warranty claim at musictribe.com BEFORE returning the product.
3. Power Connections. Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please make sure you are using the correct mains voltage for your particular model. Faulty fuses must be replaced with fuses of the same type and rating without exception.

FCC Statement

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

• Responsible Party Name: Music Tribe Commercial NV Inc.
• Address: 122 E. 42nd St.1,
• 8th Floor NY, NY 10168,
• United States
• Email Address: legal@musictribe.com

FCC ID: QWHPK11XA

PK112A/PK115A

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.

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, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Important information: Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Music Tribe can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.

Caution!

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:

1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. Hereby, Music Tribe declares that this product is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU, Directive 2014/30/EU, Directive 2014/35/EU, Directive 2011/65/EU and Amendment 2015/863/EU, Directive 2012/19/EU, Regulation 519/2012 REACH SVHC and Directive 1907/2006/EC.

• Full text of EU DoC is available at https://community.musictribe.com/
• EU Representative: Music Tribe Brands DK A/S
• Address: Gammel Strand 44, DK-1202 København K, Denmark
• UK Representative: Music Tribe Brands UK Ltd.
• Address: 8th Floor, 20 Farringdon Street London EC4A 4AB, United Kingdom

Correct disposal of this product: This  indicates that this product must not be disposed of with household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and your national law. This product should be taken to a collection center licensed for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). The mishandling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the efficient use of natural resources. For more information about where you can take your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, or your household waste collection service.

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