Behringer MPA40BT-PRO 40-Watt PA System Bluetooth Connectivity User Guide

Behringer MPA40BT-PRO 40-Watt PA System Bluetooth Connectivity

Important Safety Instructions

Terminals marked with this symbol carry an 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 installations or modifications 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. o 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.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. 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.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Use only attachments/accessories specified by
    the manufacturer.

12. 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.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. 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.

15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

17. 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.

18. Do not install in a confined space, such as a book case or similar unit.

19. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

20. Please keep the environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed of at a battery collection point.

21. 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 property of their respective owners. Midas, Klark Teknik, Lab Gruppen, Lake, Tannoy, Turbosound, TC Electronic, TC Helicon, Behringer, Bugera, Oberheim, Auratone, Aston Microphones 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.

Hook-up

Controls

1. INST/MIC IN combo jacks accept input signals over XLR balanced, ¼” TRS balanced, or ¼” TS unbalanced connectors. Connecting the wireless microphone system disables the MIC 1 and MIC 2 combination jacks.
2. MIC 1/ MIC 2 LEVEL knobs control the gain for either the INST/MIC IN input jacks or wireless microphones 1 and 2.
3. RCA inputs accept line level inputs from auxiliary sources. The auxiliary signal will be merged with the Bluetooth signal.
4. BT/AUX LEVEL knob controls the gain for Bluetooth and the auxiliary signal from the RCA inputs.
5. WIRELESS SYSTEM USB input accepts the optional Behringer wireless microphone receiver.
6. LEDs indicate wireless microphone signal input. Connecting the wireless microphone system disables the MIC 1 and MIC 2 combination jacks.
7. BATTERY LEVEL LEDs monitor the overall amount of remaining battery life when the unit is unplugged from an outlet.
8. POWER SOURCE jack accepts the included IEC cable.
9. POWER switch turns the unit off and on.
10. BASS knob adjusts low frequencies in the overall sound.
11. TREBLE knob adjusts high frequencies in the overall sound.
12. MAIN LEVEL knob controls the overall volume.
13. WOOFER reproduces low frequencies.
14. TWEETER reproduces high frequencies.
15. LUGGAGE TROLLEY (MPA40BT-PRO only) extends and retracts for easy transport and storage.
16. BATTERY COMPARTMENT contains the rechargeable battery. The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
17. INPUT PANEL manages levels and routing for microphone, instrument, and Bluetooth signals.
18. WHEELS (MPA40BT-PRO only) allow convenient rolling transport.

NOTE: The connection range between speaker and Bluetooth streaming device may decrease if Bluetooth streaming and wireless microphones are used simultaneously.

Getting started

Charging the battery

The MPA40BT-PRO/MPA40BT ships with a rechargeable, internal battery that can power continuous audio playback for up to 8 hours. We recommend that you fully charge the battery before your first use. To charge the battery for the first time, follow this procedure:

1. Turn off the MPA40BT-PRO/MPA40BT by pressing the POWER switch.
2. Connect the unit to an AC power outlet.
3. Keep the unit plugged in to AC power until the BATTERY STATUS 100% LED indicates the battery has been fully charged.

NOTE: The MPA40BT-PRO/MPA40BT uses a sealed lead-acid gel battery, and the battery will slowly self-discharge when the MPA40BT-PRO/MPA40BT is not in use. Before storing the MPA40BT-PRO/MPA40BT for an extended period, fully charge the battery before storage, and then charge again every 3 months.

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.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

• Responsible Party Name: Music Tribe Commercial NV Inc.
• Address: 5270 Procyon Street, Las Vegas NV 89118, United States

FCC

his 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.

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