behringer B1800XP Eurolive Active Subwoofer User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- Behringer
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B1800XP Eurolive Active Subwoofer
User Guide
High-Performance Active 3,000-Watt PA Subwoofer with 18″/15″
Turbosound Speaker and Built-In Stereo Crossover
Important Safety Instructions
Terminals marked with this symbol carry an electrical current of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a 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.
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 a 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 one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the 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 a 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 bookcase 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.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Music Tribe accepts no liability for any loss which may be suffered by any person who relies either wholly on 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.
EUROLIVE B1800XP/B1500XP Hook-up
Step 1: Hook-Up
Step 2: Controls
Step 3: Getting started
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Place the speaker(s) desired locations.
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Make all necessary connections. DO NOT turn on the power yet.
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Set the controls as shown:
LEVEL knob fully counter-clockwise, HIGH CUT knob full clockwise, BOOST FREQUENCY knob centered, BOOST switch set to the OFF position, and PHASE set to the NORM position. -
Turn on your audio source.
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Turn on your speaker(s) by pressing the POWER SWITCH. The POWER LED will light up.
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While playing your audio source, adjust the LEVEL knob to the desired volume level. If the LIMIT LED flashes continuously, turn the LEVEL knob back down until the LIMIT LED only lights occasionally.
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Slowly rotate the HIGH CUT knob counter-clockwise until you find the best sound balance between the subwoofer and the satellite speakers.
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To further shape the sound, move the BOOST switch to the ON position. Rotate the BOOST FREQUENCY knob until you find a suitable frequency.
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To compensate for possible phase cancellation between the subwoofer and other speakers in your system, move the PHASE switch from the NORM position to the REV position. Keep the setting that delivers the best-sounding result.
Specifications
| B1800XP| B1500XP
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Amplifier
Maximum output power| 3000W*
Type| Class-D
Audio Inputs
Input A/ B| XLR, servo-balanced
Sensitivity| +4dBu@OdB
(center position) for full rated power
Max input| +22 dBu, balanced, <=1%THD+N
Input impedance| 12 kO unbalanced, 24 k0 balanced
Audio Outputs
Thru A / B| XLR, servo-balanced
Output A / B| XLR, servo-balanced
High-pass filter| 100 Hz, Butterworth, 18 dB slope
Controls
Level| -∞ to +6.0 dB
Boost frequency| 40Hz — 90 Hz, +10 dB
Boost| Switchable
High cut| 70— 150 Hz, Butterworth, 24 dB slope
Phase| 0° or 180° phase reverse switch
System Data
Frequency range| 32 Hz — 200 Hz (-10 dB)
Frequency response| 40Hz — 150 Hz (+1-3 dB)| 45 Hz— 150 Hz (+/-3 dB)
Signal-to-noise (20 Hz to 20 kHz)| >100 dB (A-weighted)
Sound pressure level (half space)| max. 129 dB @ 1 m| max. 128 dB @ 1 m
Woofer| 18″| 15″
Limiter| Op cal
Indicators
Signal LED| Green
Limit LED| Red
Power LED| Amber
Circuit Protection
Amplifier protection| Full short circuit, thermal protection
Load Protection| Turn-on/off muting
Power Supply, Voltage (Fuses)
USA / Canada /Japan| 100-120 V–, 50/60 Hz (T 15A H 250V)
UK/ Australia / Europe / Korea / China| 220-240V—, 50/60 Hz (T 10 A H 250V)
Power consumption @ % rated power| 180W| I 180 W
Mains connection| Standard IEC receptacle
Dimensions /Weight
Dimensions (H x W x D)| 704 x 549 x 554 mm (27.7 x 21.6 x 21.81| 608 x 467 x
532 mm (23.9 x 18.4 x 20.91
Weight| 44.9 kg (98.9 lbs)| 34.4 kg (75.7 lbs)
Important information
- 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.
- 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.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
EUROLIVE B1800XP/B1500XP
Responsible Party Name: Music Tribe Commercial NV Inc.
Address: 5270 Procyon Street, Las Vegas NV 89118, United States
Phone Number: +1 702 800 8290
EUROLIVE B1800XP/B1500XP
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
- 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.
The full text of the 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
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References
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