behringer EPS500MP3 Ultra Compact 500 Watt 8 Channel Portable PA System User Guide

Behringer EPS500MP3 Ultra Compact 500 Watt 8 Channel Portable PA System

Important Safety Instructions

Terminals marked with this symbol carry an electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute the 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.

Warning
Please refer to the information on the exterior of the 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 a 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 sockets.
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).
8. 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.
9. Protect the power cord from damage, particularly at plugs and appliance sockets.
10. Use only attachments and accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
11. Use only specified carts, stands, tripods, brackets, or tables. Use caution to prevent tip-overs when moving the cart/ apparatus combination.
12. Unplug during storms, or if not in use for a long period.
13. Only use qualified personnel for servicing, especially after damage.
14. The apparatus with a protective earthing terminal shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
15. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
16. Avoid installing in confined spaces like bookcases.
17. Do not place naked flame sources, such as light candles, on the apparatus.
18. Operating temperature range 5° to 45°C (41° to 113°F).

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

Music Tribe accepts no liability for any loss that 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.

EUROPORT EPS500MP3 Hook–up

Step 1: Hook–Up

EUROPORT EPS500MP3 Controls

Step 2: Controls

1. POWER SOURCE – Connect the included IEC cable to this socket and into a main outlet.
2. The POWER ON switch turns the power to the unit on and off.
3. USB drive input jack for connecting an external USB memory device.
4. MP3 PLAY/PAUSE button
5. MP3 PLAYER RANDOM button shuffles playback of files from a USB drive.
6. FWD and RWD buttons for skipping to the next or previous file.
7. LIMITER LED and VU METER display the signal level and when the LIMITER reduces the signal in the event of a surge.
8. PHANTOM power button engages 48 V power for condenser microphones.
9. The CONTOUR button changes the frequency boost to optimize for speech or music.
10. The VOP button dims the stereo channels when there is signal activity on channels 1-4.
11. The MAIN volume knob controls the overall volume of the MAIN outputs.
12. REVERB knob adjusts the amount of reverb applied to channels 1-4.
13. MONITOR SEND knob adjusts the volume of the signal routed out the MON left and right jacks.
14. The REVERB button activates the reverb effect on channels 1-4 individually.
15. The LEVEL knob adjusts the channel volume (same for channels 1-8).
16. MIC/LINE button switches between line level input and balanced XLR input.
17. OPEN/LOCK latches for attaching/detaching the powered mixer from the speaker.
18. TREBLE/BASS EQ knobs adjust hi and low frequencies by ±15 dB (same for channels 1-8).
19. CD IN/MP3 PLAYER button switches between a stereo signal connected to stereo channel7/8 and the onboard MP3 player.
20. CD IN L and R stereo inputs for connecting an external stereo source via RCA cables.
21. Same as inputs on channel 7/8.
22. AUX IN jacks for connecting ¼” mono or stereo sends from a single sound source.
23. LINE IN jack connects instruments, sub-mixers, or other line-level sources (balanced or unbalanced) using cables with ¼” plugs.
24. MIC input jack for dynamic or condenser microphones connected with XLR cables.
25. MON(ITOR) OUT jacks for routing stereo signal to external powered speakers.
26. MAIN OUT(PUT) jacks for connecting the power amp to speakers using speaker cables with ¼” plugs.
27. WIRELESS mic dongle jack for use with optional wireless microphones.
28. Speaker Cables (6100 mm x 2)
29. Power Cable
30. Mic Cable (6100 mm)
31. Mic Bag
32. Mic Stand Adapter Bracket
33. Mic Clip
34. XM1800S Microphone

EUROPORT EPS500MP3 Getting started

Step 3: Getting started

1. Remove the powered mixer and accessories from the storage compartments on the rear of the speakers. The supplied accessories include 2 speaker cables (5m), a power cable, a microphone cable, 1 XM1800S microphone, a mic clip, a mic bag, and a mixer mic stand adapter bracket.
2. With the power turned off connect the included speaker cables to the inputs on the speakers and to the MAIN OUT jacks on the powered mixer
3. Connect the included XM1800S microphone via the included mic cable to an XLR input on the powered mixer.
4. Connect all other microphones, line level, and stereo sources to the powered mixer.
5. Set your channel LEVEL knobs to the 9 o’clock position and the MAIN volume knob to “0”.
6. Power up all external devices.
7. Power up the unit by pressing the POWER ON switch.
8. Slowly turn the MAIN knob up 1/3 of the way.
9. Control the relative levels of microphones and input sources by adjusting each channel’s Level knob.
10. Add reverb to channels 1-4 by pressing the channel’s REVERB button and adjusting the REVERB knob.
11.  Press the CONTOUR button to choose between SPEECH and MUSIC modes.
12. Press the VOP button to activate/ deactivate the voice-over priority feature. When activated, the VOP function dims the stereo channel volumes when microphone input is detected on channels 1-4.
13. Make final adjustments to the output sound using the MAIN knob. If the VU meter shows the output signal at +6 with the LIMITER LED lighting up repeatedly, reduce the output by turning the MAIN knob to the left.

EUROPORT EPS500MP3 Getting started

Step 3: Getting started

1. MP3 PLAYER, Reproductor MP3, Lecteur MP3, MP3 Player, MP3 Player (EN) Insert a USB flash drive with MP3 content into the MP3 PLAYER USB jack.
2. Push the CD IN/MP3 PLAYER button on channel 7/8 to select the MP3 PLAYER function.
3. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start or stop the playback of MP3 files on the USB drive.
4. Press the FWD or RWD buttons to skip to the next or the previous file.
5. Press the RANDOM button to have the MP3 files play in random order (LED will light up when this feature is engaged).
6. Adjust the volume level and EQ settings using the knobs on channel 7/8.

Specifications

Other important information

1. Register online. Please register your new MusicTribe 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 MusicTribe Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity, you may contact the MusicTribe 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.
3. Alternatively, please submit an online warranty claim at musictribe.com BEFORE returning the product.
4. 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: 122 E. 42nd St.1,
8th Floor NY, NY 10168,
United States
Email Address: legal@musictribe.com

FCC STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under 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 by 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 the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to 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 equipment 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.

Hereby, Music Tribe declares that this product complies 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: 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

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