MPA100BT - Speaker BEHRINGER - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Portable active speaker with built-in amplifier
Brand	Behringer
Model	MPA100BT
Power supply	Mains (IEC cord) or internal rechargeable lead-acid battery (20-hour battery life)
Bluetooth connectivity	Yes, for audio streaming from a smartphone or other compatible device
Audio inputs	Combined XLR/6.35 mm jack inputs (mic/instrument); 3.5 mm mini-jack MP3 input; USB port for optional Behringer wireless microphone receiver
Controls	Input level per channel, Bluetooth/MP3 level, main level
Equalization	MUSIC/SPEECH selector to optimize sound for music or speech
Indicators	Battery level LEDs (green, yellow, red); wireless system LED
Wireless microphone	Compatible with Behringer wireless microphone system (USB receiver not included)
Battery	Rechargeable, 20-hour battery life; charging time not specified; recharge every 3 months if not in use
Maintenance	Clean with a dry cloth; do not expose to moisture; do not open the casing
Safety	Follow safety instructions: do not use near liquids, ensure proper ventilation, unplug during storms
Warranty	Limited warranty; register the product at behringer.com
Usage	For solo artists, presentations, audio accompaniment; suitable for tropical/moderate climates

Frequently Asked Questions - MPA100BT BEHRINGER

How to connect a Behringer wireless microphone to the MPA100BT?

Plug the optional Behringer wireless receiver into the USB WIRELESS SYSTEM port on the back. The WIRELESS SYSTEM LEDs light up when the connection is established. The combined INST/MIC IN inputs are then disabled.

How to pair my smartphone via Bluetooth?

Enable Bluetooth on your smartphone. Search for MPA100BT in available devices. If a PIN code is requested, enter 0000. If connection fails, press and hold the Bluetooth button on the speaker until it flashes rapidly, then search again.

What is the battery life and how to charge it?

The internal battery provides approximately 20 hours of continuous playback. To charge it, set the POWER switch to OFF, connect the power cord. The CHARGE LED lights up. When the red, yellow, and green LEDs are on, the battery is fully charged.

How to optimize sound for voice or music?

Use the MUSIC/SPEECH selector: pressed for voice (speech) setting, released for music. Then adjust levels with the INPUT LEVEL and MAIN LEVEL knobs.

What to do if the battery no longer holds a charge?

If battery life significantly decreases even after a full charge, the lead-acid battery must be replaced. Contact a qualified technician. Recharge the battery every 3 months if the device is not used.

Can I use the speaker without battery, directly on mains power?

Yes, simply plug the IEC cord into a mains outlet. The device works even if the battery is depleted. The battery recharges automatically when connected to mains.

How to clean the MPA100BT?

Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior. Never use liquids or abrasive products. Do not block the ventilation slots.

What to do in case of malfunction?

First, consult online help at behringer.com (Support section). If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the MUSIC Tribe distributor in your country. Before any return, register your product online.

Can I connect a guitar or keyboard directly?

Yes, plug your instrument into a combined INST/MIC IN input with a 6.35 mm jack cable. Adjust the volume with the corresponding INPUT LEVEL knob.

How to adjust microphone levels without distortion?

Speak into the microphone while slowly turning the INPUT LEVEL knob to the right. As soon as the sound becomes clear and clean, stop. If you hear distortion, slightly lower the level.

USER MANUAL MPA100BT BEHRINGER

EUROPORT MPA100BT/MPA30BT

All-in-One Portable 100/30-Watt Speaker with Wireless Microphone, Bluetooth* Connectivity and Battery Operation

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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 14 "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.

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. 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.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

1. 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.

1. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
2. 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.
3. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
4. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

1. 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.
18. Do not install in a confined space, such as a book case or similar unit.
19. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

1. Please keep the environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed-of at a battery collection point.
2. Use this apparatus in tropical and/or moderate climates.

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 and COOLAUDIO are trademarks or registered trademarks of MUSIC Tribe Global Brands Ltd. © MUSIC Tribe Global Brands Ltd. 2018 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 musictri.be/warranty.

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BESCHRANKTE GARANTIE

EUROPORT MPA100BT/MPA30BT Hook-up

(EN) Step 1: Hook-Up
(ES) Paso 1: Conexión
(FR) Etape 1 : Connexions
(DE) Schritt 1: Verkabelung
(PT) Passo 1: Conexões

Singer-songwriter hookup with a smartphone streaming audio over Bluetooth.

Smartphone streaming audio over Bluetooth with BEHRINGER wireless microphones.

Smartphone enviando senal audio via Bluetooth con micrófon inalámbrico BEHRINGER.

EUROPORT MPA100BT/MPA30BT Controls

(EN) Step 2: Controls
(ES) Paso 2: Controles
(FR) Étape 2 : Réglages
(DE) Schritt 2: Bedienelemente
(PT) Passo 2: Controles

MPA100BT

MPA30BT

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(EN) Step 2: Controls

(1) INST/MIC IN combo jacks accept in put signals over XLR balanced, 14 TRS balanced, or 14 TS unbalanced connectors. Connecting the wireless microphone system disables the combination jacks.
(2) INPUT LEVEL knobs control the gain for either the INST/MIC IN jacks or the wireless microphones.
(3) BLUETOOTH/MP3 LEVEL knob controls the overall volume for audio streamed into the unit via Bluetooth.
(4) MP3 audio jack accepts audio from phone or media player using a 18^ (3.5 mm) plug.
(5) WIRELESS SYSTEM LEDs indicate wireless microphone signal input. Connecting the wireless microphones system disables the INST/MIC IN combination jacks.
(6) WIRELESS SYSTEM USB input accepts the BEHRINGER wireless microphone receiver.
(7) MUSIC/SPEECH switch optimizes equalization for speech when pressed inward and latched. During music playback, the button should be left in the un-latched, outward position for optimum music equalization.
(8) MAIN LEVEL knob controls the overall volume.
(9) BATTERY LEVEL LEDs monitor the overall amount of remaining battery life when the unit is unplugged from an outlet. The CHARGE LED lights up when the unit is plugged into a wall outlet. (Red, yellow and green LED lit >75%; Red and Yellow LED lit =50%; Red LED only <25%, needs CHARGE.)
(10) POWER switch turns the unit off and on.
(11) POWER SOURCE jack accepts the included IEC cable.

NOTE: The connection range between speaker and Bluetooth streaming device may decrease if Bluetooth streaming and wireless microphones are used simultaneously.

Charging the battery

The MPA30BT/MPA100BT ships with a rechargeable, internal battery that can power continuous audio playback for up to 20 hours. We recommend that you fully charge the battery before your first use.

To charge the battery for the first time, follow this procedure:

(1) Set the POWER switch to the "OFF" position.
(2) Connect the unit to an AC power outlet. The CHARGE LED will light to indicate the battery is charging.
(3) Keep the unit plugged into AC power until the red, yellow and green LEDs light to indicate the battery has been fully charged.

NOTE: The MPA30BT/MPA100BT uses a sealed lead-acid gel battery, and the battery will slowly self-discharge when the MPA30BT/MPA100BT is not in use. Before storing the MPA30BT/MPA100BT for an extended period, fully charge the battery before storage, and then charge again every 3 months.

NOTE: The lead-acid battery needs to be recharged every 3 months for continued operation.

Please replace the battery if the MPA30BT/ MPA100BT operating time noticeably decreases, even after a full charge cycle.

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EUROPORT MPA100BT/MPA30BT Controls

(ES) Paso 2: Controles

EUROPORT MPA100BT/MPA30BT Controls

(DE) Schritt 2: Bedienelemente

(1) Colque o botão POWER na posicao “OFF”.
(2) Connect the unit to an AC power outlet. The CHARGE LED will light to indicate the battery is charging.
(3) Keep the unit plugged into AC power until the red, yellow and green LEDs light to indicate the battery has been fully charged.

EUROPORT MPA100BT/MPA30BT Getting started

(EN) Step 3: Getting started

Connect the MPA30BT/MPA100BT to a power outlet by using the included IEC power cable.
Turn all LEVEL knobs and the MAIN LEVEL knob down to the full counter-clockwise setting.
3 Connect all analog microphone, instrument, and/or RCA cables to their respective input jacks.

4 Power up the MPA30BT/MPA100BT by pressing the POWER switch to the "on" position.

If you are using BEHRINGER wireless microphones, plug the wireless dongle into the WIRELESS SYSTEM USB input.

The WIRELESS SYSTEM LEDs will light up when the wireless microphones become active.

To pair a Bluetooth device with the MPA40BT/MPA40BT-PRO, follow these steps:

• Open Bluetooth in your mobile phone, MP3 player or other Bluetooth equipment to pair and connect.
• In your Bluetooth device, enter the PIN code: 0000 (Bluetooth version 2.0 and above will not require a PIN code).
• If your Bluetooth device does not receive a connection request, press and hold the Bluetooth button until it flashes quickly, and then re-scan for devices on your mobile phone or mp3 player.

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While playing music from your Bluetooth device, turn the BLUETOOTH/MP3 LEVEL knob to about the 50% position.

Slowly rotate the MAIN LEVEL knob clockwise until you achieve a comfortable listening level.

While speaking into each microphone, slowly rotate the INPUT LEVEL knob clockwise until you find a clean,

clear sound. If a microphone signal sounds distorted, rotate the LEVEL knob slowly counter-clockwise until the sound cleans up.

If you have an instrument plugged into an INPUT channel, play the instrument and slowly rotate that channel's LEVEL

knob clockwise until you find an acceptable level.

Balance all of the audio channels against each other by adjusting each channel's respective LEVEL knob until you find an mix.

acceptable mix.

Make final adjustments to the MAIN LEVEL knob.

EUROPORT MPA100BT/MPA30BT Puesta en marcha

Amplifier
Maximum output power	30 W*	100 W*
Speaker Size
Woofer	6"
Tweeter	0.75"
Loudspeaker System Data
Frequency response	70 Hz to 18 kHz (±3 dB)	65 Hz to 18 kHz (±3 dB)
Music / speech	Switchable
Audio Inputs
Input type	1 x XLR / ¼" TRS combo jacks (servo-balanced)	2 x XLR / ¼" TRS combo jacks (servo-balanced)
Input impedance (XLR)	2 kΩ, balanced / 10 kΩ, unbalanced	2 kΩ, balanced / 21 kΩ, unbalanced
Input impedance (½" TRS)	1MΩ, unbalanced
Max. input level	-17 dBu balanced / 9 dBu unbalanced	-10 dBu balanced / 16 dBu unbalanced
Level Controls
Input trim	~∞ to +35 dB
Bluetooth / MP3 level control	~∞ to +6 dB
Main level control	~∞ to +10 dB
Wireless System
USB dongle (not included)	not included	USB socket accepts signals from ULM300USB
Signal indicator LED	2 (green)
Bluetooth / MP3	2402 MHz ~ 2480 MHz
Channel number	79
Version	Bluetooth spec 3.0 compliant
Output	Class 2 type output power
Compatibility	Supports A2DP 1.2 profiles
Built-in rechargeable battery	12 V DC / 2600 mAh	12 V DC / 8000 mAh
Charging time	Appr. 4-6 hours	Appr. 6-8 hours
Battery operating time	up to 20 hours	up to 20 hours
AC Power Supply
Mains voltage (fuse)	100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption @ 18 max power	20 W	45 W
Mains connection	Standard IEC receptacle
Dimensions (H x W x D)	323 x 221 x 208 mm (12.7 x 8.7 x 8.2")	373 x 241 x 229 mm (14.7 x 9.5 x 9.0")
Weight	4.9 kg (10.7 lbs)	8.5 kg (18.7 lbs)

Other important information

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EN Important information

1. Register online. Please register your new MUSIC Tribe equipment right after you purchase it by visiting behringer.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.
2. Malfunction. Should your MUSIC Tribe Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity, you may contact the MUSIC Tribe Authorized Fulfilled for your country listed under "Support" at behringer.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 behringer.com. Alternatively, please submit an online warranty claim at behringer.com BEFORE returning the product.
3. 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.

FR Informations importantes

EUROPORT MPA30BT/MPA100BT

Responsible Party Name:

MUSIC Tribe Commercial NV Inc.

Address:

5270 Procyon Street

Las Vegas, NV 89118

USA

Phone Number:

[phone]

EUROPORT MPA30BT/MPA100BT

FCC ID: QWHMPA100BTV2 / FCC ID: QWHMPA30BT

complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the following paragraph:

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:w

• 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 equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter

Caution!

The MUSIC Tribe is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:

(1) This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
(2) This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

This product conforms with essential requirements of RE Directive 2014/53/EU, LV Directive 2014/35/EU, RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU.

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