PORTABLE SOUND SYSTEMS From Fender Pro Audio Owner's Manual for Passport P/N 051854 REV B Fender Musical Instruments 7975 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85258 U.S.A. Fender knows the importance of sound reinforcement. From the simple box-top mixer to today's professional touring concert systems, the need to communicate, to make the connection between the performer and the audience is foremost in Fender's mind. Perhaps no other single piece of gear can make or break your band's sound. You see, your sound system is more than just a combination of dials, wires and speakers. It is an integral part of the audio chain and should be treated with special care and attention to detail. At Fender, we know what building quality musical instruments and sound reinforcement equipment is all about. In fact, many of the world's best sounding electric musical instruments and sound reinforcement equipment proudly wear the Fender name. Whether you need a simple box top powered mixer for your Saturday afternoon jam, or a professional full-size concert system, Fender has the sound reinforcement equipment to meet your needs. Wishing you years of enjoyment and a heartfelt thank you, Bill Schultz Bill Schultz Chairman Fender Musical Instruments Corporation TABLE OF CONTENTS System Components Introduction Power Handling & Safety Precautions Transportation Latches Set up and Connections Powering Up Setting System Levels Placement & Mounting "Power Tower" Microphones & Speakers: Controls Connections Typical Set-up Application Specifications Page: Page: Page: Page: Page: Page: Page: Page: Page: Page: Page: Page: Page: Page: 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 8 8 9 9 12 14 15 Explanation of Graphic Symbols The lightning flash within a triangle alerts the user to the presence of potentially "dangerous" voltages within the products enclosure. These voltages may be sufficient to cause electric shock to humans. The exclamation mark within a triangle is to alert the user to the presence of important operating, safety and maintenance/service instructions in the owner's manual, or other literature provided with this product. System Components: The Passport System Contains: The Passport "Power Tower" Mixer/Amplifier Two Passport Speaker Systems Two Fender P-51 Dynamic Microphones Two Microphone Cables, 6m (20') Two Speaker Cables, 9m (30') One IEC Power Cable 3 Fender Passpor t Por table Sound System INTRODUCTION 250 Watts of Clear Stereo Sound Built-in Digital Reverb Thank you for your purchase of a Fender Passport, the world's first fully self-contained, portable audio system. Your Passport includes everything you will need for great sound... Anywhere. VIPTM (Vocal Input Priority) Automatically Lowers Background Music When Carry your Passport as you would a large sized suit Speaking Speaking into Mic 1 Input case. Flip open the two latches, and you'll discover 3-Pin XLR, 1/4 inch TRS and Stereo RCA two dynamic microphones, and all the cables you Input Jacks Accommodate Almost Any need to get started. Use your Passport to amplify voices, musical instruments, CD's, tape playback and Input Connection Individual Controls On Each Channel Patch Point for Outboard Gear more. Passport's quick and easy set-up, its ability to cover large audiences and simple operation are the hallmarks of this new and innovative product. two full-range speaker cabinets, a powered mixer, Switchable Line Voltage For Easy Use The Passport's control panel features 4 stereo channels with 8 inputs (4 XLR, & 4 line input) and left Anywhere In The World Switchable Main/Monitor Operation Everything You Need To Get Started: Passport Mixer Amplifier Two Microphones Two Microphone Cables Two Speaker Cables Power Cable Two High Sensitivity, Full-Range Speaker Enclosures and right RCA input jacks to allow for music playback from a CD or cassette player. Moreover, four 6.5" speakers in each cabinet work together to deliver clean full range coverage, while the self-powered mixer provides 250 watts of clear stereo sound. When speaking to the masses, the Passport's VIP (Vocal Input Priority) feature can be used to reduce or "duck" the background music level as you begin to speak and then restores it when you have finished speaking. Experiment with the tone controls, digital reverb, speaker placement and discover the Passport's incredible versatility. WARNING: -TO PREVENT DAMAGE, FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. -NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. -THIS UNIT MUST BE EARTH GROUNDED. 4 POWER HANDLING Power Requirements AC Power: 100 volts to 240 volts, 50-60 Hz. DC Operation (with optional converter): For any situation where AC power may not be readily available, such as outdoor sports events, rodeos, political rallies, and even emergency public address, the Passport system can be powered from a 12 volt DC car-type battery. For these applications you must use the Fender Passport DC-DC converter/adapter (optional). To maximize the amount of time the Passport will function on a standard car battery, however, its power section has been designed to operate at slightly reduced maximum levels during this application. This reduction in peak output will be unnoticeable in all but the most demanding continuous high output applications. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The Fender Passport sound system is supplied with a detachable power cable with an IEC female connector and a male AC connector. Depending on the territory in which the Passport system is purchased, the power cable will be supplied with one of a number of male AC connectors to accommodate the different safety and code requirements of specific countries. All AC cables supplied with Passport products are three pin grounded types. Under no circumstances should the ground (earth) pin be disconnected or removed. Your Passport System features a Switch-ModePower-Supply designed to operate on any AC voltage and line frequency to convert AC power with maximum efficiency. When traveling abroad with the Passport system, as a standard precaution, always check the local voltage and set the voltage selector switch located adjacent to the power input socket on the rear of the mixer / amplifier to the appropriate operating range. This check must be performed before connecting the power cable. The Fender Passport has two range settings: 115v or 230v. Failure to select the appropriate voltage range will cause the unit to go into protect mode, void any warranty and may cause damage to the unit. For example, The United States of America is standardized at 117 volts/60 Hz, Japan operates on 100 volts/50 Hz. For both of these countries the range selector must be set to 115v. Countries in the EEC have standardized at 230 volts/50 Hz., however, there are different types of AC plugs used. For all these countries the selector should be at the 230v position. When using plug adapters or operating in a territory other than the one in which the unit was purchased, take great care to comply with local safety requirements and electrical codes of practice. If you are not sure of the local voltage, wiring codes & colors, AC grounding, or correct procedures for connection, consult a qualified technician. 5 Warning Under no circumstances should the ground pin on the Passport or on any of your electrical equipment be lifted. It is possible that under certain circumstances a combination of different types of ungrounded equipment can create a life threatening shock hazard. Microphones have metal cases and are connected through the mic cable to the mixer's chassis. Your Passport mixer may be correctly grounded if the building's wiring is to code and the ground pin on the A/C plug is properly connected. However if for any reason external A/C powered equipment with ungrounded A/C connections are used in conjunction with the Passport system (e.g. an ungrounded music amplifier), there may be a difference in potential to the microphone case. With this combination a performer holding a (grounded) microphone coming into contact with an ungrounded item of powered equipment may be subject to dangerous electrical shocks. By following the correct procedures and safety precautions, risks of severe shock hazard can be minimized. Always check the A/C connection and particularly the voltage between the microphone and any other A/C equipment. Best of all, avoid operating the system in conjunction with ungrounded or improperly grounded electrical equipment. TRANSPORTATION LATCHES To open and close your Passport system, simply follow these guidelines: 1. Place your finger tip under the safety latch and gently lift. When the safety latch has disengaged, lift the main latch to remove the speaker. Safety Latch Main Latch 2. Position the speaker on the tower foot and bring the speaker in to close the engagement with the tower and latch. Position the main latch hook over the speaker notch and close the main handle. The safety latch will automatically engage. Foot Engagement Notch Note: These parts are precision engineered and no force is needed to secure them. Careful alignment of parts will ensure easy operation. 6 SET-UP AND CONNECTIONS Before turning on the Power, read the safety warnings on pages 3 and 4. It is wise to establish a routine for connecting and powering up your sound system. Provided you have a properly grounded A/C 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 for a new event be sure to follow these simple set-up guidelines: 1. All cables and microphones can be found in the rear storage compartment of the Passport tower. To access this compartment, simply lift the latch and pull open the storage door. 2. First, turn all channel Level, VIP (channel 1 ONLY) and Rev/Aux controls to their full counterclockwise (OFF) position. Next, place all EQ and Pan controls at 12 o'clock in their center notched positions. This full-page illustration can be found on page 14. 5. Connect all sources such as microphones, keyboards etc., into the appropriate inputs. (For more details see page 12, Input / Output Connections). Stereo Cassette LEFT 9 0 2 RECORD LEVEL L R O13 124 RIGHT POWER PA U S E P L AY RECORD 2 1 3 4 -5 0 1 2 1 2 3 4 -5 0 1 2 TA P E S E L E C T NORMAL Cr O 2 M E TA L STOP REW FF Volume 1 Value 2 Value 3 Value 4 Value 5 Value 6 Value 7 Value 8 Value Value Yes This Illustration was done A Value B Value by Phil Sanchez January 27, 1997 No 3. Select the desired operating mode on the front panel "Mode" switch adjacent to the right Master control. With the Mode switch in its upper position operation is normal - L-R Stereo. (This configuration covers 90% of normal use.) With the switch in its lower position the Passport functions as a mono "house" (audience) mixer, with a separate monitor mix. Your Passport System is now in its "nominal" set up configuration. 6. Finally, check the local voltage and set the voltage selector switch located adjacent to the power input socket on the rear of the mixer / amplifier to the appropriate operating range. (See Safety Precautions on page 5.) 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 will illuminate 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 Protect LED not illuminate when the power switch is operated check your power connections thoroughly, and re-try. In the unlikely event that the Protect LED illuminates when the power 7 Mode switch 4. Next, connect each speaker cable to the appropriate Left & Right Speaker outputs (red background) on the tower and on each speaker front panel with the enclosed cables. switch is operated, turn off the power switch and unplug both speaker cables. Re-set the system by turning on the power switch. If the Protect LED illuminates, the system is indicating a short circuit is present on one or more of the cables or connections. The Passport will not operate until the short is corrected. If the Protect LED stays on with no speaker cables connected, this indicates a fault with your system, consult an authorized service center technician. For more technical applications information and general sound systems operational instruction, w ...