Fender Passport Portable Sound Systems PD250 Plus - Manual (Page 13)

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Before turning on the Power, read and heed the safety warnings
on page 3.
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 Levels and Rev/Aux controls to their full
counterclockwise (OFF) positions. Next, place all Low, High, Pan,
Bal and Master controls at their 12 o’clock 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. 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 {A} will illuminate green and the Protect LED {B}
will flash red 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 connections, 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 Protect
LED {B} illuminates and remains red, the system is indicating a
thermal protect mode or cooling problem. Be sure to check
that the air inlet located on the rear panel has adequate room
to allow airflow throughout the unit.
Turn the 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.
3. Consider the application and needs of the event and set
the System EQ control as appropriate. This is best achieved
by playing recorded material of the same type as your show
program, or by having an assistant speak into the microphone
while you listen in the audience area.
For public address (spoken voice), it is advisable to rotate the
System EQ control clockwise to enhance the mid and high
frequencies, and limit the low frequency content. For large
outdoor spaces this will also give the maximum headroom
and output capability. Carefully consider the individual event’s
needs and set your control for the maximum effect.
Set-up aNd coNNectIoNS