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A small storage compartment can be found on the rear
of the Passport tower. To access this compartment,
simply lift the latch and pull open the storage door. This
compartment is ideal for storing cables, microphones or
other items when you are transporting your Passport.
On the back panel of the storage compartment you will
see a narrow metal strip with a screw on either end.
This is the protective cover for the wireless adapter
terminal. Custom wireless systems are available for your
Passport. The receiver for the wireless system installs in
the storage compartment.
Before turning on the Power, read and heed the safety
warnings on page 2.
It is wise to establish a routine for connecting and
powering up your sound system. Provided you have a
properly grounded AC outlet or outlet strip with
sufficient power handling capacity, plug all sound
system equipment into the same outlet or strip. This will
enhance system safety and performance. Take care
that the AC circuit is capable of handling the peak
power demands of your system. Consult the product
handbooks or a qualified electrician if in doubt.
When setting up, be sure to follow these simple set-up
guidelines:
1. First, turn all channel Level, VIP (channel 1 ONLY)
and Rev/Aux controls to their full counterclockwise
(OFF) positions. Next, place all EQ, Pan and Master
controls at 12 o’clock in their center notched positions.
Be sure to set the appropriate input (mic/line switch
position) for the source you are setting up.
2. Next, connect each speaker cable to the appropriate
Left & Right Speaker outputs on the rear tower and on
each speaker front panel with the enclosed cables.
3. Connect all sources such as microphones, tape
decks, keyboards etc., into the appropriate inputs.
4. Finally, check the local voltage and set the voltage
selector switch located adjacent to the power input
socket on the rear of the mixer / amplifier to the
appropriate operating range.
(See Safety Precautions
on page 2.)
Plug the power cable into the IEC (power
cord) socket on the rear of the Passport Tower and
connect the other end to a properly grounded 3 wire AC
power outlet.
POWERING UP
Turn the Power Switch to the ON position. The Power
LED will illuminate green and the system will turn on. If
other powered equipment is to be attached to the
system, it is always advisable to turn on your Passport
last. In this way any transient spikes and thumps
caused by other equipment will not be amplified and
sent to your system speakers. For the same reasons it
is advisable to turn off your Passport system first before
turning off the attached equipment.
Should the Power LED not illuminate when the rear
panel power switch is operated, check your power
connections and retry. Should the Power LED still fail to
illuminate after you have confirmed the power con-
nections, disconnect all cables and check the Passport
fuses. Be sure to replace any blown fuses with fuses of
the correct value. Reconnect the power and speaker
cables and turn the rear panel power switch on.
Re-set the system by turning on the power switch. If the
Power LED illuminates red, the system is indicating a
thermal protect mode or cooling problem. Be sure to
check the air inlet filter at the base of the unit by
removing it and making sure it is clear of debris.
Turn power off and wait for a few minutes allowing heat
to dissipate and the Passport to reset itself. If after
doing so the Power LED continues to glow red this
indicates a fault with your system and you should
consult an authorized Fender service center.
If no audio is present in one of the speakers, check to
see if your control settings are correct. Next, unplug the
cable from your working speaker and reconnect it to the
other speaker. If the second speaker now works, this
indicates that the first cable is bad, and should be
repaired or replaced.
SET-UP SYSTEM VOLUME AND LEVELS
To set system volume and operating levels, be sure to
follow these simple set-up guidelines:
1. First, slowly raise the large Left and Right Master
volume controls to their 12 o’clock notched positions.
2. Use a microphone (or other source) in the same
position as it will be used on stage and in the manner in
which it will be used for the event. Slowly bring up the
appropriate channel input level control listening for the
onset of feedback or howling or until the required level
is reached. Have a helper “walk” the audience area to
make sure coverage and levels are sufficient for your
needs. The system’s overall volume can be raised
simply by rotating the Left and Right Master volume
controls to the desired level.
REAR STORAGE COMPARTMENT
SET-UP AND CONNECTIONS
