behringer PMP6000 Europower 1600-Watt 20-Channel Powered Mixer User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- Behringer
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behringer PMP6000 Europower 1600-Watt 20-Channel Powered Mixer
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.
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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.
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Read these instructions.
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Keep these instructions.
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Heed all warnings.
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Follow all instructions.
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Do not use this apparatus near water.
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Clean only with dry cloth.
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Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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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.
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Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
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Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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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.
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Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
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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.
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The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
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Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
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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.
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Do not install in a confined space, such as a book case or similar unit.
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Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
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Please keep the environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed-of at a battery collection point.
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This apparatus may be used in tropical and moderate climates up to 45°C.
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
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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.
EUROPOWER PMP6000/PMP4000/PMP1000 Hook-up
Step 01: Hook-Up
Stereo Operation
Passive Mains and Monitors
Passive Mains and Active Monitors with Sub Mixer
Mains and Subwoofer
Step 2: Controls
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GAIN knob adjusts the sensitivity of the MIC and/or LINE inputs.
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EQ knobs adjust the high, mid and low frequencies of the channel. Adjust the FREQ knob on the PMP6000 to select the specific frequency adjusted by the MID knob.
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FX 1 & 2 knobs adjust how much of the channel’s signal is sent to the respective multi-FX processors.
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MON knobs adjust how much of the channel’s signal is sent to the MON SEND jacks and/or OUTPUT A when driving passive monitors.
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PFL button (PMP4000/6000 only) sends the channel to the VU METERS for gain setting purposes.
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MUTE button mutes the channel.
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LEVEL fader adjusts the channel volume.
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PAN knob positions the channel in the stereo field.
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ON/OFF button turns the mixer on and off.
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SURROUND knob adjusts the amount of stereo enhancement on the mix. Press the XPQ TO MAIN button to activate the effect.
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GRAPHIC EQ adjusts specific frequencies in the sound spectrum.
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POWER AMP switch selects the operating mode of the power amp. See hookup diagrams for details.
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STANDBY button mutes all mic channels.
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CD/TAPE adjusts the volume of the CD/TAPE IN signal in the main or monitor mix.
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PHONES/CTRL ROOM knob adjusts the headphone volume.
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MONO fader (PMP4000/6000 only) adjusts the output of the MONO OUT jack. Use the SUB FREQ knob on the PMP6000 to adjust the crossover frequency for use with a subwoofer.
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MAIN fader(s) adjust the output of the main signal.
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FX (SEND) fader(s) adjust the signal sent to the internal FX processor and the FX SEND jack(s).
- PHANTOM switch sends 48 V to the XLR inputs for use with condenser microphones.
- MULTI-FX PROCESSOR adds a selected sound effect to any channel whose FX knob is turned up. See Getting Started step 10 for details.
- MON (SEND) fader(s) adjust the output of the MON SEND jacks and OUTPUT A when using MON 1/MONO mode.
- SPEAKER PROCESSING switch allows the mixer to compensate for speakers with limited low end frequency response.
- VU METERS display the main and monitor output signal levels.
- MAIN 2 knob (PMP4000/6000) adjusts the output of the MAIN 2 jacks.
- FX TO MON and FX TO MAIN knobs adjust the amount of signal from the internal multi-FX processor that is included in the main or monitor mix.
Step 3: Getting Started
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Make all the appropriate power, audio and speaker connections to the mixer. Leave the power on all devices off!
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Select the appropriate operating mode using the POWER AMP switch.
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Set the controls as shown above (EQ and PAN centered, graphic EQ sliders centered, all others down/off).
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With the MAIN and MONITOR faders all the way down, turn your mixer on.
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Slowly raise the MAIN fader up half way.
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Adjust the relative level of various microphones and instruments by raising each channel’s LEVEL fader.
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Adjust the left-right position of a channel in the stereo field if necessary by turning the channel’s PAN knob.
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Use the channel MON knobs to send the channel’s signal to monitor speaker(s).
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Adjust the overall output to the main speakers using the MAIN fader(s). Adjust the output to the monitor speakers using the MON fader(s). If the red LIM LEDs on the VU METERS light, lower the MAIN fader(s).
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The PMP series mixers have built-in effects processor(s). Follow these steps to add an effect to one or more channels:
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Turn the FX 1 knob up half way on each channel that you would like to add an effect to.
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Press the FX 1 IN button to engage the processor.
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Raise the FX 1 fader up to 0.
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Turn the FX TO MAIN knob up half way to start.
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Scroll through the effects by turning the PROGRAM knob. Press the PROGRAM knob to select the effect.
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Readjust each channel’s FX 1 knob to make sure the right amount of effect is added.
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If the METER on the multi-FX display reaches the red CLIP LED, turn the FX 1 fader down.
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For the PMP6000, repeat the process with the FX 2 knobs and FX 2 fader to add a second effect to various channels.
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Phantom Power – Move the switch to +48 V when using condenser microphones.
FBQ FEEDBACK DETECTION
If feedback occurs, press the EQ IN and FBQ FEEDBACK DETECTION buttons. Press the MAIN MIX/MONITOR button to assign the graphic EQ to the mains or monitor speakers.
An LED will light on the EQ slider that corresponds with the feedback frequency.
Lower the lit EQ slider until feedback stops.
Specifications
Important information
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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.
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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. -
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.
Behringer
EUROPOWER
PMP6000/PMP4000/PMP1000
- 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 PMP6000/PMP4000/PMP1000
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.
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.
Full text of EU DoC is available at https://community.musictribe.com/
EU Representative: Music Tribe Brands DK A/S
Address: Ib Spang Olsens Gade 17, DK – 8200 Aarhus N, Denmark
References
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