BP 108 A active 2-way speaker user manual
Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 05.07.
Table of contents Table of contents 1 General information................................................................................................................................. 1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 1.3 Symbols and signal words.....
General information 1 General information This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual. Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development.
General information 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of interest for you quickly. Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics and terms.
General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Displays Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ . 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual.
General information Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided. WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone.
Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is designed for sound reinforcement. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a protective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician. CAUTION! Possible hearing damage The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment.
Safety instructions NOTICE! Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries. Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting bat‐ teries. NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations.
Safety instructions NOTICE! Possible damage to lithium-ion batteries through incorrect storage By deep discharge, lithium-ion batteries can be permanently damaged or lose some of their capacity. Before long breaks, charge the batteries to around 50 % of their capacity and then switch off the device. Store the device at room temperature or cooler in an envi‐ ronment as dry as possible. If the batteries are stored for a longer period, recharge them to 50 % every three months.
Features 3 Features The mobile PA system is characterized by the following features: n n n n n n n n n n 2-way active speaker box for PA and DJ application Maximum output power: 60 W 8" woofer 1" compression driver 2-band equalizer Built-in media player with display, SD/MMC card slot, USB port and Bluetooth receiver 2 × MIC input (1/4" phone socket, unbalanced) 1 × RCA socket pair Solid plastic housing with pole mount and handles Includes power adapter BP 108 A 13
Starting up 4 Starting up Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively. Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all connections.
Starting up The unit can be mounted on a stand or set up on the floor or a sufficiently sized and stable surface, e.g. a wall bracket. NOTICE! Use of stands When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum permissible load capacity of the stand. 4.
Starting up When handled correctly and appropriately lithium batteries pose no risk. Store lithium batteries in a cool, dry place, ideally in the original packaging. Store lithium batteries away from heat sources (e.g. radiators or sunlight). Lithium batteries are hermetically sealed. Never attempt to open a lithium battery. If the battery housing is damaged small amounts of the electrolyte may leak out.
Connections and controls 5 Connections and controls DIGITAL MEDIA PLAYER MUSIC SPEAKERS MP3 FM SD/MMC CARD ö M VOL- PLAY VOL+ MODE # 0 / .
Connections and controls 1 Media player 2 USB port 3 Display 4 Selection and control buttons of the built-in media player: Hold down the button to decrease the volume.
Connections and controls Hold down the button to increase the volume. If you press the button briefly, it has a different function depending on the mode: USB / SD / Bluetooth: Skip ahead, Line: no function [M] Button for selecting the mode (USB / SD / Bluetooth, line input). 5 SD / MMC card slot 6 [VOLUME] Use this control to adjust the volume of your microphone, instrument, or other audio source. 7 [BASS] Use this control to adjust the low frequencies of your microphone, instrument, or other audio source.
Connections and controls 9 [M.ECHO] Use this control to adjust the echo effect of your microphone or instrument. 10 [M.VOL] Use this control to adjust the volume of your microphone or instrument. 11 Connection socket for a power supply 15 V DC 1 A 12 Main switch to turn the device on and off.
Playback via Bluetooth 6 Playback via Bluetooth You can play music wirelessly from mobile Bluetooth devices such as smart phones, tablets or laptops via the built-in Bluetooth receiver of the device. Observe the user's guide of your Blue‐ tooth device. Place the Bluetooth device near the box and turn it on. Press [MODE] repeatedly until the display shows ‘BT’ . After a few seconds, your Bluetooth device will be detected (name ‘BP-108A’ ) and the display shows ‘BT’ permanently.
Technical specifications 7 Technical specifications Inputs 1 × RCA socket pair, stereo 2 × 1/4" phone socket, unbalanced Speaker Two-way system with 1" compression driver and 8" woofer Max. sound pressure level 109 dB Frequency range 75 Hz … 18 kHz Storage media SD card, USB devices Playback formats MP3, WAV Bluetooth® Frequency of operation 2.402 GHz … 2.480 GHz Max. transmission power +2 dBm Standard Version 5.
Technical specifications Output power RMS: 15 W Peak: 60 W Supply voltage External power adapter, 100 - 240 V Operating voltage 15 V Mounting option Standing or on tripod Dimensions (W × H × D) 245 mm × 390 mm × 195 mm Weight 4.
Technical specifications Further information Multifunctional housing Yes Tripod flange Yes Truss-capable No Outdoor capable No active 2-way speaker 24
Plug and connection assignment 8 Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Plug and connection assignment Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference. 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) RCA connection 1 Signal 2 Ground, shielding Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug.
Cleaning 9 Cleaning Device components Clean the device components that are accessible from the outside regularly. The cleaning fre‐ quency depends on the operating environment: damp, smoky or particularly dirty environ‐ ments can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the device components. n Clean with a dry soft cloth. n Stubborn dirt can be removed with a slightly dampened cloth. n Never use solvents or alcohol for cleaning.
Protecting the environment 10 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
Protecting the environment Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste. Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
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