Fender PD250 Plus manual Set-up and connections, Powering UP, Set-up System Volume and Levels

set-up and connections

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.

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