behringer ULTRABASS BXD3000H 300W 2-Channel Bass Amplifier Head User Guide

Behringer ULTRABASS BXD3000H Quick Start Guide

Ultra-Lightweight 300-Watt 2-Channel Bass Amplifier Head with FBQ Spectrum Analyzer, Ultrabass Processor and Compressor

V 5.0

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 ¼” 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.

CautionTo 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.

CautionTo 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.

CautionThese 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.
12. 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.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. 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.
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
17. 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.
20. Please keep the environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed-of at a battery collection point.
21. This apparatus may be used in tropical and moderate climates up to 45°C.

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, Oberheim, Auratone and Coolaudio are trademarks or registered trademarks of Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. © Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. 2021 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 musictribe.com/warranty.

ULTRABASS BXD3000H Hook-up

Step 1: Hook-Up

ULTRABASS BXD3000H Controls

Step 2: Controls

1. The POWER switch turns the amplifier on.
2. Connect your bass guitar to the INPUT jack using a ¼” mono plug (unbalanced).
3. The GAIN 1 knob adjusts the input gain for channel 1.
4. The CH 2 button switches between channel 1 and channel 2. This can also be done using the included footswitch.
5. The GAIN 2 knob adjusts the input gain for channel 2. As you turn the knob clockwise, the distortion effect is continuously blended in.
6. The SHAPE knob adjusts which frequencies are scooped out of your bass tone. It only affects channel 2.
7. The LEVEL knob adjusts the volume of channel 2. Use this control to balance the volume between channels 1 and 2.
8. The FBQ EQUALIZER has 7 slide controls, one for each frequency band. The maximum boost/cut is 12 dB.
9. The FBQ switch activates the FBQ spectrum analyzer. The control LEDs, normally identical when FBQ is off, now show the energy content of each frequency band with a corresponding degree of brightness. The equalizer is always active regardless of the FBQ function.
10. The COMPRESSOR knob controls the compression intensity.
11. Push this ON button to activate the compressor for both channels. The LED in the button will light up to indicate the compressor is on.
12. The ULTRABASS control allows you to add ultra-low frequencies one octave below your bass signal. The ULTRABASS effect is available for both channels.
13. Push this ON button to activate the ULTRABASS function. The LED in the button will light up to indicate ULTRABASS is on. You can also control this effect with the included footswitch.
14. Use the MASTER control to set the overall volume.
15. The PHONES jack is for connecting a pair of headphones.
16. Power is supplied via the included IEC connector.
17. Use the balanced DIRECT OUTPUT (XLR) to route the audio signal from your BXD3000H to the input on a mixing console.
18. Connect your BXD3000H to an external speaker using a speaker cable connected to the SPEAKER OUTPUT jack.
19. Connect the SEND jack to the input on your effects device. Connect the output on the effects device to the RETURN jack on the BXD3000H.
20. The CD IN jacks (RCA) allow you to connect an external stereo signal. For example, you can play along with music from a CD or MP3 player.
21. Send your signal (before the power amp stage) via the LINE OUT jack with a ¼” mono cable (unbalanced).
22. Connect the included footswitch to the FOOTSW(ITCH) jack to switch between channels and activate/deactivate the ULTRABASS function.

ULTRABASS BXD3000H Getting started

Step 3: Getting started

1. Make sure the amplifier is powered down. Connect the BXD3000H SPEAKER OUTPUT to an external speaker using a ¼” speaker cable. Do not use an instrument cable to connect the BXD3000H with an external speaker.
2. Plug your bass guitar into the INPUT JACK using an instrument cable.
3. Set GAIN 1 and LEVEL all the way down, MASTER at the 9 o’clock position.

   

4. Power up the amplifier by pressing the POWER button.
5. Rotate the GAIN 1 knob clockwise while playing until you achieve a satisfactory volume.
6. Push the CH2 button to switch to channel 2.
7. Modify the tone on channel 2 by adjusting the GAIN 2, SHAPE and LEVEL knobs.
8. Move the EQ sliders up or down to adjust specific frequency bands.
9. Push the FBQ button to see which EQ band is running higher or lower energy levels based on the brightness of slider’s LED.
10. Customize your bass tone by pushing the COMPRESSOR and ULTRABASS buttons and adjusting the corresponding controls.
11. Adjust the output volume by turning the MASTER knob.

Specifications

Other important information

Important information

1. Register online. Please register your new MusicTribe equipment right after you purchase it by visiting musictribe.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 MusicTribe Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity, you may contact the MusicTribe Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under “Support” at musictribe.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 musictribe.com. Alternatively, please submit an online warranty claim at musictribe.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.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

Behringer

ULTRABASS BXD3000H

Responsible Party Name: Music Tribe Commercial NV Inc.Address: 5270 Procyon Street, Las Vegas NV 89118, United StatesPhone Number: +1 702 800 8290

ULTRABASS BXD3000H

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:

• 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 device 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.

Important information:

Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Music Tribe can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.

Hereby, Music Tribe declares that this product is in compliance with Directive 2014/35/EU,Directive 2014/30/EU, Directive 2011/65/EU and Amendment 2015/863/ EU, Directive 2012/19/EU, Regulation 519/2012 REACH SVHC and Directive 1907/2006/EC.

Full text of EU DoC is available at https://community.musictribe.com/

EU Representative: Music Tribe Brands DK A/S Address: Ib Spang Olsens Gade 17, DK – 8200 Aarhus N, Denmark

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