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EUROPORT EPA800
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the EUROPORT EPA800. The EPA800
is a portable, ultra-compact powered mixer/loudspeaker
combination with enormous power, unbelievable sound, and an
extremely low weight. The mixer unit has 8 input channels (4
mono and 2 stereo channels), an internal 24-bit studio-quality
effects processor, and a 7-band graphic equalizer with FBQ
feedback detection. All channels have ultra-high precision 2-
band EQs and CLIP LEDs for total control. At 800 Watts, the high-
performance power amp is properly sized, and with the 2 supplied
loudspeakers a microphone, including cable, you can get going
right away!
With the EPA800, you can quickly and easily master any sound
situation.
We at BEHRINGER hope you enjoy your new acquisition.
1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
Your EPA800 was carefully packed at the factory, and the
packaging was designed to protect the unit from rough handling.
Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the
packaging and its contents for any signs of physical damage
that may have occurred during transit.
If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to
BEHRINGER. Instead, notify your dealer and the
shipping company immediately. Otherwise, claims
for damage or replacement may not be honored.
Always use the original packing carton to prevent
damage during storage or transport.
Make sure that no children are left unsupervised
with the unit or its packaging.
Please ensure proper disposal of all packing
materials.
1.1.2 Initial operation
Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling.
To avoid overheating, please do not place the EPA800 near
radiators and other equipment emanating heat.
Blown fuses must be replaced by fuses of the same
type and rating! Please refer to the "TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS" section for the correct rating. To
avoid an electric shock, turn off and unplug the unit
before replacing the fuse. For more information,
please see Chapter 3.8 and Figure 3.9.
The mains connection is made using the enclosed power cord
and a standard IEC receptacle. It meets all of the international
safety certification requirements.
Before connecting the unit to the mains, please
check that it is set to the correct supply voltage.
You have to use another fuse if you set the unit to
another supply voltage. The correct value is
specified in Chapter “TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS”.
Please make sure that all units have a proper
ground connection. For your own safety, never
remove or disable the ground conductor from the
unit or of the AC power cord. The unit shall always
be connected to the mains socket outlet with a
protective earthing connection.
Please ensure that only qualified people install and
operate the mixing console. During installation and
operation, the user must have sufficient electrical
contact to earth, otherwise electrostatic discharges
might affect the operation of the unit.
The sound quality may diminish within the range of
powerful broadcasting stations and high-frequency
sources. Increase the distance between the
transmitter and the device and use shielded cables
for all connections.
1.1.3 Online registration
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment
right after your purchase by visiting www.behringer.com
(alternatively www.behringer.de) and kindly read the terms and
conditions of our warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, our goal is to have
it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service,
please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was
purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located in
your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our subsidiaries.
Corresponding contact information is included in the original
equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European
Contact Information). Should your country not be listed, please
contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be
found in the support area of our website (www.behringer.com/
support).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us
process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
2. INSTALLATION
The EPA800 mobile PA system consists of two loudspeakers
and a powered mixer that easily join into a portable, wheeled unit
for easy transportation. In the following sections, you will find
out how to set up and start up the PA system.
2.1 Setup Preparations
Follow the instructions to ensure straightforward and reliable
operation of the EPA800.
1. Open the upper latch.
2. Open the latches on the sides of the PA unit by pressing and
then lifting them.
3. With one hand, grab hold of the recessed handle above the
latch on the side of the loudspeaker and hold the upper
handle with the other hand. Then, carefully remove the
loudspeaker sideways from the mixer.
Fig. 2.1: EPA800 setup
Be careful to prevent the loudspeaker from
accidentally falling on your foot.
4. Repeat Step 3 for the second loudspeaker.
5. Place the mixer in an upright position.
To assemble the PA unit for transportation, perform
the steps in the reverse order.
2. INSTALLATION
