Samson Expedition XP800 Owner'S Manual Download Page 9

9

XP800 • Portable PA System

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

DEUTSCHE

ESP

AÑOL

IT

ALIANO

Mixer Layout

will cut the high frequency response by 15 dB. 

LOW Frequency – 

The LOW knob controls the amount of bass applied to each chan-

nel. The channel’s low frequency response is flat when the knob is in the center 
detent (12:00) position. Rotating the knob to the right will boost the channel’s low 
frequency response below 100 Hz by 15 dB, and rotating it towards the left will cut 
the low frequency response by 15 dB.

6. 

EFFECTS Knobs – 

Use the EFFECTS control knows to add an effect to a Mic or Line 

input on any of the first four input channels. As the knob is rotated clockwise, the 
level of signal sent to the effects bus is increased. 

7. 

LEVEL Knobs – 

This knob sets the overall level for the input channel.  

 

NOTE: 

To reduce noise, set the LEVEL controls on any unused channels to the mini-

mum setting.

8. 

Stereo Channel Input Jacks (channels 5/6, 7/8) – 

For stereo inputs, use the L input to 

connect the left channel and the R input to connect the right channel. Use these 
inputs to connect high impedance microphones, synthesizers, drum machines, 
MP3, CD, tape players or any other line level device. The XP800 features ¼” 
phone, 

¹

/

8

” phone, and RCA connectors. 

9. 

MONITOR OUT Jacks – 

The signal present at the MONITOR OUT jacks is sent from 

the MONITOR level control knob, which is fed from the input channels. The 
MASTER control does not affect the MONITOR OUT signal. This output can be 
used to send the mix to powered speaker cabinets to use a stage monitors, or as 
additional front of house speakers to expand the coverage of the system. 

10.  SUB OUT Connector – 

This full-range output is used to send the main mix to an 

external active subwoofer. The signal present at this connector is the after the 
MASTER level control. 

11.  FOOT SW Jack – 

Connect a footswitch to this jack to turn on and off the on–board 

digital effects.

12.  SPEAKER OUT Jacks – 

Two ¼” phone powered output jacks used to connect the left 

and right speakers. Use the included speaker cables to connect the speakers. 

CAUTION: 

The total impedance load for each side of the amplifier must not be less 

than 8 Ohms. Do not connect additional speakers to the XP800 mixer/amplifier.

13.  AC Input – 

Connect the supplied heavy gauge 3-pin “IEC” power cable here.

14.  POWER Switch – 

Use the POWER switch to turn power to the XP800 on or off. The 

switch illuminates red when the unit is in the ON position and receiving power. 

15.  MONITOR Level Knob – 

The MONITOR level control is used to control the overall level 

sent to the MONITOR OUT.

16.  Pairing Indicator – 

Displays the 

Bluetooth

 

status of the XP800 system.

17.  Pairing Button – 

Press this button to enable discoverable mode in order to pair with 

a

 

Bluetooth

 audio device.

 

Summary of Contents for Expedition XP800

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual 800 WATT PORTABLE PA SYSTEM with Bluetooth XP800 E PEDITION...

Page 2: ...hone 1 800 3 SAMSON 1 800 372 6766 Fax 631 784 2201 www samsontech com The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Samson Techno...

Page 3: ...undergoes the necessary treatment recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVE...

Page 4: ...racket or table speci ed 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 13 Unplug the apparatus...

Page 5: ...r 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 reloca...

Page 6: ...tion The XP800 employs a matched speaker system with dual 2 way enclosures that have proprietary 8 woofers and 1 high frequency drivers loaded in a 90 x 60 horn for wide vertical coverage To project t...

Page 7: ...es a powerful stereo sound The XP800 s mixer can be removed from the speaker for tabletop placement and you can use the kick stand to set the mixer at an ergonomically correct angle You can also use t...

Page 8: ...Switch channels 1 2 4 The MIC position changes the gain of both input jacks to MIC level The LINE position reduces the gain of both jacks by 26dB to line level 4 STAGE XPD1 WIRELESS Input Connect the...

Page 9: ...t the MONITOR OUT jacks is sent from the MONITOR level control knob which is fed from the input channels The MASTER control does not affect the MONITOR OUT signal This output can be used to send the m...

Page 10: ...ogram material is usually at or around 3 to 6 VU with occasional but not steady light ing of the red LIMITER segment 22 SPEECH MUSIC Switch The SPEECH MUSIC switch is used to change the overall freque...

Page 11: ...le The Bluetooth indicator will slowly flash blue 3 In the settings of your Bluetooth device set it to discover available devices 4 From the Bluetooth device list select the Samson XP800 device 5 If y...

Page 12: ...RELEASE position LOCK RELEASE Carefully hold the mixer to remove it from the speaker Remove the accessory compartment cover by turning the quarter turn screw counter clockwise towards the RELEASE pos...

Page 13: ...n nect the RIGHT SPEAKER OUT to the right speaker s input connector For maximum sound coverage the XP800 can be used with a standard 13 8 speaker stand The speaker should be raised above the heads of...

Page 14: ...nect your microphones using standard XLR cables instruments using phone cables and MP3 player using 8 cable into the appropriate jacks on the mixer SIGNAL SIGNAL SIGNAL SIGNAL SIGNAL SIGNAL SIGNAL Ele...

Page 15: ...o do this raise the EFFECTS level controls on the chan nel s to which you would like to add the effect 11 Slowly turn up the effects SEND knob until the desired sound is reached 12 To alter the tonal...

Page 16: ...e microphone picks up sound from the speaker The sound is then re amplified back through the speaker again creating a feedback loop Follow these steps to minimize the likelihood of feedback Avoid poin...

Page 17: ...set of AA LR6 batteries in the transmitter battery holder taking care to observe the polarity markings Turn the channel 4 LEVEL knob on the XP800 completely counterclockwise to 0 then turn the POWER...

Page 18: ...EL control until the desired level is reached If you hear distortion check the LIMITER LED If it is lit red turn down the channel 4 LEVEL on the XP800 until it lights only occasionally during loud sou...

Page 19: ...T Speaker output Maximum Output Level 0 5 T H D at 1KHz 22dBu MONITOR L R SUB OUT 10K Phantom Power 15V DC Fixed Phantom Voltage Input Channel EQ High 10kHz Shelving 15 dB Low 100Hz Shelving 15 dB Spe...

Page 20: ...Samson Technologies Corp 45 Gilpin Avenue Hauppauge New York 11788 8816 Phone 1 800 3 SAMSON 1 800 372 6766 Fax 631 784 2201 www samsontech com...

Reviews: