behringer EUROPOWER PMP500 500-Watt 12-Channel Powered Mixer with Klark Teknik Multi-FX Processor User Guide

: June 5, 2024
: Behringer

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions
EUROPOWER PMP500 Hook-up
EUROPOWER PMP500 Controls
EUROPOWER PMP500 Getting started
EUROPOWER PMP500 FX Parameter Chart
Specifications
Important information
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
LIMITED WARRANTY
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
References
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behringer EUROPOWER PMP500 500-Watt 12-Channel Powered Mixer with Klark Teknik Multi-FX Processor User Guide

Important Safety Instructions

Caution: Risk of Electric Shock: Do Not Open

**** 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.

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing 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, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Correct disposal of this product: This symbol 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.
Do not install in a confined space, such as a book case or similar unit.
Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
Please keep the environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed-of at a battery collection point.
This apparatus may be used in tropical and moderate climates up to 45°C.

EUROPOWER PMP500 Hook-up

Step 1: Hook-Up

Stereo Mode Main Left / Main Right

Dual Mono ModeMain Right Mono / Main Left Monitor

EUROPOWER PMP500 Controls

Step 2: Controls
EUROPOWER Controls

MIC input connects to low impedance sources via XLR connector.
LINE IN connects to input sources via 1/4″ connector.
INSERT I/O connects external dynamics processors or equalizers via TRS 1/4″ connector.
GAIN knob adjusts the gain level of the input source on the channel.
LOW CUT button activates a low cut filter when engaged (channels 1-4 only).
COMP (ressor) knob adjusts the amount of compression applied to the input source (channels 1-6 only).
HIGH, MID, & LOW EQ knobs adjust the amount of high, mid, and low frequencies ofthe input source on the channel.
MON (itor) level knob adjusts the volume level of the channel at the MONITOR output.
FX knob adjusts the amount of effect applied to the channel.
PAN knob adjusts the left / right position of the channel in the stereo field.
CLIP LED indicates the input source volume level is too high.
CHANNEL FADER adjusts the volume of the channel at the MAIN output.
DIGITAL WIRELESS microphone input connects to a USB wireless transmitter dongle (optional) via USB 3.0 type A connector.
LINE IN L / LINE IN R stereo channels connect to left and right input sources via 1/4″ connectors.
AUX IN connects auxiliary input sources via 1/8″ connector.
FOOTSW (itch) input connects to an external footswitch FX control via 1/4″ connector.
CHANNELS 13/14 and 15/16 connect 1/4″ input sources routed to the main mix without channel volume or tone control.
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER adjusts the amount of specific frequencies at the MAIN or MONITOR MIX (see 21).
PHANTOM + 48 V / OFF switch activates + 48 V phantom power on all channels when engaged.
EQ button activates the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER when engaged.
MAIN MIX / MONITOR button designates whether the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER processes the MAIN MIX or the MONITOR mix. When unpressed the equalizer processes the MAIN MIX, when pressed the equalizer processes the MONITOR mix.
FBQ FEEDBACK DETECTION button engages the FBQ feedback detection system.
FX PROGRAM display indicates the currently selected effect preset(s).
PROGRAM / VALUE knob designates the selected FX preset(s) and parameter(s).
PARAMETER 3 (TAP) button engages the edit mode for parameter 3 on the MULTI-FX processor. This button is also used to set the tempo of time-based effects.
PARAMETER 1 / 2 buttons engages the edit mode for effect parameters 1 and 2 on the MULTI-FX processor.
FX TO MON knob designates the amount of FX signal sent to the MON(itor) SEND.
FX TO MAIN knob designates the amount of FX signal sent to the MAIN MIX.
MON(itor) MUTE button mutes the signal of the MON(itor) SEND fader.
FX MUTE button mutes the signal of the FX SEND fader.
AUX MUTE button mutes the signal of the AUX IN fader.
MON(itor) SEND fader controls the volume at the MONITOR output.
FX SEND fader controls the amount of signal sent to the internal MULTI-FX processor.
AUX IN fader controls the volume of sources connected to the AUX IN.
MAIN MIX L / R faders control the left and right volumes at the MAIN output.
AMP MAIN L/R – MON/MONO selector switch designates the speaker output configuration.
MAIN L/R LEVEL METER indicates the L/R volume level at the MAIN output(s).
STANDBY button mutes input signal on channels 1-8.
POWER SOURCE connect the included IEC cable into this connector.
ON/OFF button turns the mixer on or off.
OUTPUT B MAIN RIGHT/MONO connects to a passive PA speaker via 1/4″ connector.
OUTPUT A MAIN LEFT/MONITOR connects to a passive PA speaker / monitor via 1/4″ connector.

EUROPOWER PMP500 Getting started

Step 3: Getting started

With the power to all devices turned off, make all power, audio and speaker connections. Engage the +48 V switch if you are using condenser microphones or powered direct boxes.
Select the appropriate speaker output configuration with the AMP MAIN L/R – MON/MONO selector switch.
The EUROPOWER PMP500 has two power amp operating modes. In MAIN L/R mode the PMP500 functions as a stereo amplifier. In this mode left and right stereo signals are sent to OUTPUT A (L) and OUTPUT B (R). In MON/MONO mode the PMP500 functions as a dual mono amplifier. In this mode the MONITOR signal is sent to OUTPUT A and the MAIN signal is sent to OUTPUT B.
With the MAIN MIX L/R faders, channel faders, and gain knob turned down, turn the mixer on.
Raise the MAIN MIX L/R faders to “0” and then adjust the volume of connected audio sources via each channel’s fader. Use the GAIN knob to increase the level of the signal source if necessary.
Adjust the desired left / right stereo position of each channel with the PAN knobs.
Raise the MON SEND fader to “0”.Use each channel’s MON knobs to adjust the amount of the channel present in the monitor speaker(s).
The PMP500 has a built-in effects processor. Follow these steps to add an effect to one or more channels.
- Turn the FX knob up half way on each channel that the effect will be applied.
- Turn the FX TO MON and FX TO MAIN knobs about halfway up and raise the FX SEND fader to “0”.
- Scroll through the FX presets using the PROGRAM/VALUE knob, when the desired preset number is designated in the FX PROGRAM display, press the PROGRAM/VALUE knob to engage the preset.
- Press the PARAMETER 1 / 2 button to enter Edit Mode. The LED on the left side of the PARAMETER 1 / 2 button will illuminate to indicate parameter 1 is active. Use the PROGRAM/VALUE knob to adjust the parameter. Press the PARAMETER 1 / 2 button until the LED on the right side of the PARAMETER 1 / 2 button illuminates. Use the PROGRAM/VALUE knob to adjust the parameter.
- Press the PARAMETER 3 (TAP) button to enter Edit Mode. Use the PROGRAM/VALUE knob to adjust the parameter. Use the PARAMETER 3 (TAP) button to adjust the tempo of time-based effect.
- Readjust each channel’s FX knob to increase or decrease the amount of effect applied to the connected input source.
If feedback occurs, engage FBQ FEEDBACK DETECTION.
- Press the EQ and FBQ FEEDBACK DETECTION buttons to engage the feedback detection system.
- Press MAIN MIX / MONITOR button to assign the graphic EQ to either the MAIN or MONITOR output.
- An LED will illuminate on the EQ slider that corresponds with the feedback frequency.
- Lower the illuminated EQ slider until the feedback stop.

EUROPOWER PMP500 FX Parameter Chart

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Range (LED indication)

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01 – 04 REVERB A – NATURAL LARGE HALLS
01| CHURCH| Decay Time| 1.00 to 10.00| Room Shape| 1 to 50| Damping| DARK (off) / BRIGHT (on)
02| CONCERT HALL 1| Decay Time| 0.50 to 5.00| Chorus| 1 to 30| Damping| DARK (off) / BRIGHT (on)
03| CONCERT HALL 2| Decay Time| 1.00 to 5.00| Early Refl. Level| -12 to +12| Damping| DARK (off) / BRIGHT (on)
04| THEATER| Decay Time| 0.40 to 3.00| Depth| 0 to 9| Damping| DARK (off) / BRIGHT (on)
05 – 08 REVERB B – NATURAL SMALL ROOMS
05| ROOM 1| Decay Time| 0.50 to 5.00| Density| 0 to 100| Damping| DARK (off) / BRIGHT (on)
06| ROOM 2| Decay Time| 0.30 to 2.50| Pre Delay| 0 to 50| Damping| DARK (off) / BRIGHT (on)
07| ROOM 3| Decay Time| 0.20 to 10.00| Pre Delay| 0 to 200| Position| FRONT (off) / REAR (on)
08| CHAMBER| Decay Time| 0.10 to 3.00| Room Size| 1 to 30| Damping| DARK (off) / BRIGHT (on)
09 – 15 REVERB C – SPECIAL REVERBS
09| VINTAGE DIGITAL REVERB| Decay Time| 0.40 to 4.50| High Freq. Damping| X 0.25, 0.33,

0.50, Max

(blink @ tempo)

17| ECHO| Feedback| 0 to 100| Damping| 1 to 50| Echo Tempo| 72 to 500

(blink @ tempo)

(blink @ tempo)

28| DELAY + REVERB| Delay<>Reverb Balance| -50 to +50| Reverb Decay| 1.00 to 5.00| Delay Tempo| 114 to 500

(blink @ tempo)

Specifications

Microphone Inputs

Important information

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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.

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, Oberheim, Auratone and Coolaudio are trademarks or registered trademarks of Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. © Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. 2021 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 musictribe.com/warranty.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

Responsible Party Name: Music Tribe Commercial NV Inc.
Address: 5270 Procyon Street,
Las Vegas NV 89118,
United States
Phone Number: +1 702 800 8290

EUROPOWER PMP500

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:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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.

CE Icon Hereby, Music Tribe declares that this product is in compliance with Directive 2014/35/EU,Directive 2014/30/EU, Directive 2011/65/EU and Amendment 2015/863/ EU, Directive 2012/19/EU, Regulation 519/2012 REACH SVHC and Directive 1907/2006/EC.