behringer A800 Professional 800-Watt Reference-Class Power Amplifier User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- Behringer
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behringer A800 Professional 800-Watt Reference-Class Power Amplifier
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.
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.
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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
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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. -
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
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.
Step 1: Hook-Up
Live Singer-Songwriter
(Single Amplifier/Stereo Mode)
DJ Hook-up Full Band Recording to Computer
(Single Amplifier/Stereo Mode) V-AMP Pro Guitar Rig Hook-up (Single
Amplifier/Stereo Mode) 
A800 Controls
Step 2: Controls
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The POWER switch is used to power up the A800. The POWER switch should always be in its “Off” position when you connect the unit to the mains.
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Each channel features a volume control. Use it to adjust gain on your A800. Both volume controls should be turned all the way to the left whenever you power the unit up or down. If an active signal is present on the input, turning the volume down will protect your speakers and your ears from unwanted “pops” or transients.
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The PROT LED lights up whenever the protective circuitry mutes the speaker output. Please turn your A800 off immediately whenever this LED is lit.
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The high-precision power indicator gives out current signal strength.
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The CLIP LED lights up when the signal is distorted. Should distortion occur, reduce the input level, so that the CLIP LED no longer lights up.
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CHANNEL INPUT 1 (MONO). Connect the signal source whose output needs to
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CHANNEL INPUT 2. These are the inputs for channel 2.
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The STEREO/BRIDGED MONO switch is used to toggle between the two operating modes of your A800.
Please power the A800 down using the POWER switch each time you change the operating mode. Similarly, only connect/disconnect speaker connectors if the A800 has first been powered off! -
BINDING POST outputs accept bare wire connections from speaker cables.
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TWIST- LOCKING SPEAKER OUTPUTS connect the amplifier to the speakers using professional speaker cables with twist-locking plugs.
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PIN OUT MATRIX lists the output pin/channel configurations available in each speaker output jack.
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The mains connection is made via a standard IEC RECEPTACLE. A matching cable is enclosed.
Specifications
Output Power
Maximum Output Power*
- 8 Ω per channel, stereo 220 W
- 4 Ω per channel, stereo 400 W
- 8 Ω, bridged mono 800 W
Connectors
- Inputs
- 2 x XLR
- 2 x 1/4″ TRS
- 2 x RCA
Input impedance
- XLR / 1/4″ TRS 20 kΩ, balanced / 10 kΩ, unbalanced
- RCA 10 kΩ, unbalanced
- Outputs
- 2 x locking-style professional speaker connectors
- 2 x binding posts
System
- Output circuit type Class-D
- Circuit protection Short circuit current, DC fault, AC fuse, thermal cut
- Distortion (4 Ω @ 150 W @ 1 kHz) <0.08 %
- Damping factor >160 @ 8 Ω
- Frequency response @ -10 dB below rated output power 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0/-1 dB
- Frequency response @ -3 dB 10 Hz to 30 kHz
- Signal-to-noise >100 dB (A weighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz)
- Voltage gain @ level control max Balanced: 30 dB / RCA: 41 dB
- Input sensitivity @ level control max XLR: +4 dBu / RCA: -10 dBV
Controls
- Front Power switch Gain controls (channels A and B)
- Rear Mode switch (stereo / bridge mono)
Indicators
- Power Amber LED
- Signal Green LEDs: -30 to -6 dB
- Signal Yellow LEDs: -3, 0 dB
- Clip Red LEDs
- Protection Red LEDs
Power Supply, Voltage (Fuses)
- USA / Canada 120 V~, 60 Hz (T 10 A H 250 V)
- UK / Australia / Europe 220-240 V~, 50/60 Hz (T 5 A H 250 V)
- Korea / China 220-240 V~, 50/60 Hz (T 5 A H 250 V)
- Japan 100 V~, 50/60 Hz (T 10 A H 250 V)
- Power consumption @ 1/8 rated power 90 W
- Mains connection Standard IEC receptacle
Dimensions / Weight
- Dimensions (H x W x D) 94 x 483 x 220 mm (3.7 x 19.0 x 8.7″)
- Weight 7.0 lbs (3.2 kg)
*independent of limiters and driver protection circuits
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.
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
A800
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
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References
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