Behringer Musical Instrument PMH660M PMH880S User Manual

User’s Manual  
Version 1.3 November 2004  
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FOREWORD  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Dear Customer,  
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................... 4  
Welcome to the team of  
EUROPOWER users and  
thank you very much for  
expressing your confi-  
dence in BEHRINGER  
products by purchasing  
this power mixer.  
1.1 Before you get started ................................................... 4  
1.1.1 Shipment ............................................................... 4  
1.1.2 Initial operation...................................................... 4  
1.1.3 Warranty .............................................................. 4  
1.2 The manual ..................................................................... 4  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS ............................................... 4  
It is one of my most  
pleasant tasks to write  
this letter to you, because  
it is the culmination of  
many months of hard  
work delivered by our  
engineering team to reach  
a very ambitious goal:  
to present you two  
2.1 Mono and stereo channels ............................................ 4  
2.1.1 Input section ......................................................... 5  
2.2 Effects section ............................................................... 5  
2.3 Main and monitor section................................................ 5  
2.3.1 Connectors ........................................................... 6  
2.4 Rear panel ...................................................................... 6  
3. DIGITALEFFECTS PROCESSOR ................................ 7  
outstanding  
power  
mixers that give you  
maximum flexibility and  
performance with a unique sound character and broad range of  
striking functions.  
4. INSTALLATION ........................................................... 8  
4.1 Mains connection ........................................................... 8  
4.2 Audio connections ......................................................... 8  
4.3 Loudspeaker connection................................................ 9  
The task to design the new PMH series certainly meant a great  
deal of responsibility, which we assumed by focusing on you,  
the discerning user and musician. It also meant a lot of work and  
night shifts to accomplish this goal. But it was fun, too. Developing  
a product usually brings a lot of people together, and what a  
great feeling it is when everybody who participated in such a  
project can be proud of what we’ve achieved.  
5. WIRING EXAMPLES .................................................10  
6. SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................12  
7. WARRANTY ..............................................................13  
It is our philosophy to share our joy with you, because you are  
the most important member of the BEHRINGER team. With your  
highly competent suggestions for new products you’ve greatly  
contributed to shaping our company and making it successful. In  
return, we guarantee you uncompromising quality as well as  
excellent technical and audio properties at an extremely  
favorable price. All of this will enable you to fully unfold your  
creativity without being hampered by budget constraints.  
We are often asked how we can make it to produce such  
high-grade devices at such unbelievably low prices. The answer  
is quite simple: it’s you, our customers! Many satisfied customers  
means large sales volumes enabling us to get better conditions  
of purchase for components, etc. Isn’t it only fair to pass this  
benefit back to you? Because we know that your success is  
our success, too!  
I would like to thank all people whose help on “Project PMH”  
has made it all possible. Everybody has made very personal  
contributions, starting from the designers of the unit to the many  
staff members in our company and finally to you, the user of  
BEHRINGER products.  
My friends, it’s been worth the trouble!  
Thank you very much,  
CAUTION!  
Uli Behringer  
We would like to point out that high volume levels  
may damage your hearing and/or your headphones.  
Please turn the MAIN MASTER and MONITOR MASTER  
controls fully counter-clockwise before switching  
on the device. Always make sure that the  
appropriate volume is set.  
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type and rating! Please refer to the  
“SPECIFICATIONS” for details.  
1. INTRODUCTION  
Congratulations! With the PMH660M/PMH880S you have  
acquired a state-of-the-art power mixer that sets new standards.  
Right from the very start it has been our goal to design a  
revolutionary unit that can be used for a wide variety of  
applications. And indeed, this overwhelming power mixer gives  
you plenty of functionality and a broad range of connection and  
expansion options.  
The mains connection is made using the enclosed power cord  
and a standard IEC receptacle. It meets all of the international  
safety certification requirements.  
Please make sure that all units have proper ground  
connection. For your own safety, never remove or  
disable the ground conductor from the unit or on  
the AC power cord.  
1.1.3 Warranty  
The EUROPOWER’s serial number is located on the rear panel.  
Please take the time to fill in and return the warranty card within  
14 days after the date of purchase, so as to benefit from our  
Your power mixer features our revolutionary COOLAUDIO  
amplifier technology that reduces weight and size of your device  
and provides extreme high output power.  
Further advantages are the integrated Voice Canceller that  
removes vocal tracks from a playback, the FBQ function for  
feedback detection and the Speaker Processing function for  
adjusting the frequency response of any loudspeaker—and  
everything with 24-bit/46 kHz resolution.  
1.2 The manual  
This manual is designed to give you both an overview of all  
control elements and to provide detail about how to use them. To  
provide you with a clear structure, we have grouped the control  
elements according to their function. They can easily be found  
on the enclosed numbered illustrations. If you need more detailed  
information on specific topics, please visit our web site  
the ULTRANET-based glossary explain the relevant audio  
engineering terminology in full detail.  
The mixing consoles of the PMH series feature a state of the  
art, integrated switch-mode power supply (SMPS). One of the  
great advantages is that (compared to conventional circuits) a  
switch-mode power supply adapts to mains voltages between  
100 and 240 volts automatically. Furthermore, due to its much  
greater efficiency, it consumes much less energy than a  
conventional power supply unit.  
BEHRINGER is a company with its roots in professional  
recording studio technology. For many years we have been  
successful in developing products for studio and live use. These  
include microphones and 19" units of all types (compressors,  
enhancers, noise gates, tube processors, headphone amplifiers,  
digital effects, DI boxes, etc.), monitor and P.A. speakers as  
well as professional live and recording mixers. Our entire  
technical know-how has gone into your PMH power mixer.  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS  
A detailed description of all functions of your power mixer can  
be found in the following chapters. Please also refer to the  
enclosed sheet with the numbered illustrations to get an overview  
of the control layout.  
2.1 Mono and stereo channels  
1.1 Before you get started  
1.1.1 Shipment  
The HI control in the EQ section governs the high-frequency  
range of the respective channel.  
Use the MID control to boost or cut the mid-range  
frequencies.  
Your PMH was carefully packed at the factory and the  
packaging is designed to protect the unit from rough handling.  
Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the  
packaging and its contents for any signs of physical damage  
which may have occurred during transit.  
The LOW control allows you too boost/cut the low-frequency  
range.  
With the MON control you can adjust the volume of each  
channel in the monitor mix.  
If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to  
BEHRINGER, but notify your dealer and the shipping  
company immediately. Otherwise, claims for damage  
or replacement may not be granted.  
The FX control determines the signal level sent from each  
channel to the built-in effects processor; this signal is also  
present at the FX OUT jack (see  
). The PMH880S has  
two FX controls (FX 1 and FX 2), so that you can use two  
effects simulteneously. Accordingly, it also provides two  
We recommend that you use a flight case, so as to give  
your power mixer optimum protection during use or  
transport.  
effect Aux paths (see  
).  
Please note that the effects processor signal will  
be inaudible when the FX RETURN control (  
set fully counter-clockwise.  
) is  
Always use the original packing carton to prevent  
damage during storage or transport.  
For the mono input channels, the PMH880S has a  
PAN(ORAMA) control which determines the position of the  
channel signal in the stereo main mix. The PMH660M has  
no PAN on the input channels, because it is a dual-mono  
power mixer.  
Make sure that children cannot play unsupervised with  
the device or its packaging.  
Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials.  
The BAL(ANCE) control for the stereo channels of the  
PMH880S corresonds to the PAN control for the mono  
channels. It determines the relative volume of the left and  
right input signals before they are routed to the stereo main  
output. The PMH660M has no stereo channels and hence  
no BAL control, because it is a dual-mono power mixer.  
1.1.2 Initial operation  
Be sure that there is enough air space around the unit for cooling  
and, to avoid overheating, please do not place the EUROPOWER  
near radiators, etc.  
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The LEVEL control adjusts the channel signal level in the  
main mix.  
Turn the FX RET control to add the effect signal to the main  
mix (lower) or monitor mix (upper). The PMH880S allows  
you to use two effects at the same time, it also has two FX  
controls each for the main and monitor mixes: when the  
FX RET 1 and FX RET 2 controls are fully counter-  
clockwise, no effect signal is added.  
2.1.1 Input section  
The CLIP LED is very useful to control the input gain. It  
should never be constantly illuminated (only with signal  
peaks).  
The 2TR IN control adjusts the volume of the  
2 Track In signal (see  
).  
The PAD switch reduces the input sensitivity of the channel  
by approx. 30 dB, to connect for example line-level signals.  
The MONITOR MASTER control adjusts the monitor output  
volume.  
The balanced HI-Z input (1/4" TRS) can be used for line-  
level signal sources, e.g. keyboards, electric guitars and  
basses.  
Use this 5-digit LED meter to control the output level of the  
monitor signal. The upper LIM LED illuminates when the  
internal amp protection circuit responds to output levels  
that are too high.  
Each channel has a balanced LOW-Z microphone input  
with XLR connectors, which also supply the +48 V phantom  
power for condenser microphones (see  
).  
The MAIN MASTER control is used to adjust the main output  
volume.  
Unbalanced stereo line inputs with 1/4" connectors for  
stereo channels 7 to 10 of the PMH880S. They can be  
used for connecting keyboards with stereo outputs or  
stereo drum machines.  
Use this 5-digit LED meter to control the output level of the  
main signal. The PMH880S has two rows of LED meters  
(L/R), because the signal is stereo. The upper LIM LED  
illuminates when the internal amp protection circuit  
responds to output levels that are too high.  
Please remember to use either the microphone or  
the line input of a channel at a time, but never both  
at the same time!  
+48V phantom power is provided for condenser  
microphones. The phantom power supply is activated for  
all channels with the PHANTOM switch and the PHANTOM  
LED above the switch illuminates.  
When you connect mono line-level signals to  
channels 7 to 10 of the PMH880S, always use the left  
input. The mono signal will then be reproduced by  
both stereo sides.  
Use the POWER AMP switch to determine the operating  
mode of your power mixer.  
The PMH880S has three different operating modes: In MAIN  
L/MAIN R mode it functions as a stereo amplifier, i.e. the left  
and right main stereo signals are sent to OUTPUT A (L)  
and OUTPUT B (R). In MON/MONO mode it functions as a  
dual mono amplifier. I. e. OUTPUT A sends the monitor signal,  
and OUTPUT B the main signal (mono). In BRIDGE AMP  
MODE the output power of outputs A and B are added  
and provided at OUTPUT B.  
2.2 Effects section  
List of all multi-effects presets.  
LED level meter of the effects processor. Since the  
PMH880S allows you to select two effects simultaneously,  
it also has two level meters (DUAL FX). Be sure that the  
clip LED illuminates for signal peaks only. If it is illuminated  
all the time, it is a sign that the effects processor is  
overloading and hence producing unpleasant distortion.  
The PMH660M also has three operating modes, since it can  
be operated in two modes with the switch in its upper position  
(MAIN/MAIN (BRIDGE) mode), depending on the pin  
connections of the speaker cables. In MAIN/MAIN (BRIDGE)  
mode power of both outputs is added and provided at  
OUTPUT B (SPEAKON® cable, pins 1+/2+). With the normal  
pin connections (SPEAKON® cable, pins 1+/1-) a main signal  
is provided in this mode at OUTPUT A and B (not bridged). In  
MON/MAIN mode, the mixer can also be used as a dual  
mono amplifier, i.e. OUTPUT A provides the monitor signal,  
while the main signal is present at OUTPUT B.  
The EFFECT display (PMH880S: two displays) shows the  
currently selected preset.  
Turn the PROGRAM control (PMH880S: one control each  
for FX 1 and FX 2) to select an effects preset (preset  
number starts flashing). Push the control briefly to confirm  
your selection.  
Please refer to  
and  
as well as chapter 4.4  
Press the FX IN button (PMH880S: FX 1 IN and FX 2 IN) to  
“Loudspeaker connectors”.  
activate the effects processor.  
In BRIDGE mode, always connect only one loudspeaker  
with an impedance of at least 8 to OUTPUT B (pins  
1+/2+)! Please note that OUTPUT A must NEVER be  
used in BRIDGE mode (with pin connections 1+/2+)!  
2.3 Main and monitor section  
Your power mixer is equipped with two graphic 7-band  
equalizers. The upper one processes the monitor signal,  
the lower one the main signal. Use the EQs to adjust the  
sound to the room acoustics.  
In all other operating modes, the minimum  
impedance of the speaker connected must not fall  
below 4 .  
Press the FBQ IN switch to activate the FBQ Feedback  
Detection System. The frequencies causing  
feedback are shown by the brightly lit fader  
LEDs. Simply lower the level of the respective  
frequency range until feedback disappears and  
the LED goes out. Your power mixer offers  
this function both for the main and the monitor mix.  
Use the SPEAKER PROCESSING switch to activate a filter  
that adapts the mixer to the specifications of your  
loudspeakers. If the speakers have a limited frequency  
response in the bass range, it allows you to adapt it optimally  
to the frequency response of the speakers.  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS  
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If STANDBY is pressed, all input channels are muted.  
During breaks you can thus prevent the microphones from  
picking up noise or interference, which would then be  
reproduced by the P.A. system. The advantage is that all  
faders can be left untouched while you play a CD via the  
Please note: The POWER switch does not fully  
disconnect the unit from the mains. Unplug the  
power cord completely when the unit is not used  
for prolonged periods of time.  
CD/TAPE inputs (see  
down the faders of muted channels and lose your mix.  
). There is also no need to move  
2.4 Rear panel  
The mains connection is on a standard IEC receptacle. An  
appropriate power cord is supplied with the unit.  
2.3.1 Connectors  
The FOOTSWITCH connector is for  
a
standard  
FUSE HOLDER. Before connecting the unit to the mains,  
ensure that the voltage setting matches your local voltage.  
Blown fuses should only be replaced by fuses of the same  
type and rating. Please also read the information given in  
chapter 6 “SPECIFICATIONS”.  
footswitch. You can activate an “effect bypass” that mutes  
the effects processor. Please use a dual footswitch for  
the PMH880S, so that you can enable/disable FX1 and FX2  
independently of each other. In this case, the tip of the 1/4"  
plug controls FX1, and the ring FX2.  
These are the two cooling fans of the unit.  
The FX OUT connector is used to route the FX SEND signal  
from the input channels, for example, to the input of an  
external effects processor. The PMH880S has two  
Loudspeaker OUTPUT A.  
PMH880S: Depending on the operating mode selected (see  
) either the left main signal or the monitor signal is  
provided at OUTPUT A. NEVER use this output in bridged  
mono mode.  
FX controls per input signal (see  
) and also two  
FX OUT connectors (FX OUT 1 and FX OUT 2).  
Please note: When you connect a mono plug to one  
of the FX OUT jacks, the signal path from the  
respective FX send to the built-in effects processor  
is interrupted. For each FX send you can either use  
the built-in effect or the corresponding FX OUT jack  
(for an external effect), but never both at the same  
time. When you use a stereo plug (tip and ring  
interconnected) you can use the built-in effects  
processor and the FX OUT jacks in parallel.  
PMH660M: In MON/MAIN mode, the monitor signal is provided  
at OUTPUT A (see  
). NEVER use this output in bridged  
mono mode, except when you use a cable with the normal  
pin connections (SPEAKON® cable: pins 1+/1-). In this case  
you can take the mono main signal from this output in  
MAIN/MAIN (BRIDGE) mode (not bridged). Please also refer  
to chapter 4.4 “Loudspeaker connection”.  
The impedance of the loudspeaker connected must  
not fall below 4 .  
Use the AUX IN 1/4" inputs to route an external stereo  
signal to the main mix. This can be the signal generated by  
an external effects processor. Use the left input for mono  
signals, which are then reproduced on both stereo sides.  
The PMH660S has only one mono AUX IN connector.  
Please note that the power delivered to the speaker  
in bridged mono mode is considerably higher than  
in other operating modes. Please read the  
information given on the rear panel of the power  
mixer.  
The AUX IN control adjusts the volume of the external  
signal in the main mix.  
Loudspeaker OUTPUT B.  
The 2TR IN RCA input allows you to feed in external stereo  
signals, e.g. from a CD player, tape deck or other line-level  
source.  
PMH880S: Depending on the operating mode selected  
(see  
) either the right main signal, the mono main signal  
or the bridged mono signal is provided at OUTPUT B.  
The VOICE CANCELLER filters vocal-specific  
frequencies from the 2TR IN signal. This function  
can be used for karaoke, i.e. you can remove the  
vocals from a song and then sing along with the  
music yourself.  
PMH660M: Either the main or the bridged main mono signal  
is provided at OUTPUT B (see  
). When you use a cable  
with the normal pin connections (SPEAKON® cable: pins  
1+/1-), it is possible in MAIN/MAIN (BRIDGE) mode to take  
the mono main signal from this output (not bridged). Please  
also refer to chapter 4.4 “Loudspeaker connection”.  
The REC OUT (RCA) provides line-level signals from the  
power mixer to a DAT recorder, for example. On the  
PMH880S the REC OUT signal is stereo and on the  
PMH660M two identical mono signals are provided.  
In BRIDGE mode, always connect only one loudspeaker  
with an impedance of at least 8 to OUTPUT B (pins  
1+/2+)! Please note that OUTPUT A must NEVER be  
used in BRIDGE mode (with pin connections 1+/2+)!  
If the REC OUT signal is connected to a recorder  
whose output signal is returned to the 2TR IN,  
feedback can occur when you activate the record  
function. So, disconnect the 2TR IN from the  
recorder, before you start recording!  
In all other operating modes, the minimum  
impedance of the speaker connected must not fall  
below 4 .  
The MAIN 1/4" connectors allow you to send the main  
signal to an external amplifier, when you only wish to use  
the mixer and effects section. The signal is taken pre-  
power stage of the mixer. It is also possible to use only the  
left jack of the output. The PMH660M has only one mono  
output connector.  
Information on how to properly connect your  
speaker with regard to polarity can be found on the  
rear of the mixer (PINOUTs).  
SERIAL NUMBER. Please take the time to fill in and return  
the warranty card within 14 days after the date of purchase,  
so as to benefit from our extended warranty. Or register  
Connect your monitor power amps or active monitor  
speakers to the mono MONITOR output to monitor the  
signal mix created with the MON controls or to route it to  
the musicians on stage.  
Use the POWER switch to put the unit into operation. The  
POWER switch should always be in the “Off” position when  
you are about to connect the unit to the mains.  
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PHASER: With the phaser, a second, phase-shifted signal is  
3. DIGITAL EFFECTS PROCESSOR  
added to the original audio signal. The resulting sound is thicker  
and above all livelier. This effect is often used for guitar sounds  
and keyboards. In the 70s, it was also extensively used for  
other instruments like electric pianos. The PMH offers you four  
different phaser variations.  
A special feature of your PMH880S and PMH660M is the built-  
in multi-effects processor that features the same audio  
quality as our renowned studio-grade VIRTUALIZER  
PRO DSP2024P. The PMH880S even has two effects  
processors, each of them with 99 different standard  
effects such as reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, vocal  
distortion as well as various effects combinations.  
ROTARY SPEAKER: The simulation of a classic effect that is  
normally generated with a (slow or fast) rotating speaker.  
DELAY: A delay of the input signal with various repetitions.  
Different tempo settings (ten variations in total) allow interesting  
delay effects.  
CATHEDRAL: Simulates the dense, long reverberation of a  
large cathedral, which is appropriate for solo instruments or vocals  
in slow pieces. Choose between two variations.  
ECHO: Similar to the stereo delay, with the difference being  
that the repetitions have less presence. This simulates the  
character of the original tape echo that was used before the  
digital era and can be thought of as a “Vintage Sound”.  
PLATE: Simulates the sound of plate reverberations and hence  
is a classic for drums (snare) and vocals. The second one  
features more high-end sparkle than the first.  
CONCERT: Select between a small theater and a large hall.  
Although this program is similar to studio (see below) it features  
more presence, which adds to its “lively” character.  
MULTI TAP: A delay effect with changing stereo positioning  
(left, center, right). Four variations are available.  
STAGE: Is well suited for dissipating the sound of a keyboard  
or an acoustic guitar.  
ROOM: You can clearly hear the walls of the room. A useful  
program for reverb that isn’t directly noticeable (rap, hip hop  
vocals) or to make dry recordings of instruments sound natural  
again.  
CHORUS & REVERB: This algorithm combines the popular  
chorus with a reverb effect. Taking all variations into account, they  
differ in the length of reverb time.  
STUDIO: This simulation of a middle to large-sized room is  
also available in two variations. Both variations sound very  
natural and can be used as all-purpose effects.  
FLANGER & REVERB: The combination of flanger and reverb  
effects.  
PHASER & REVERB: The combination of a classic stereo  
phaser and a reverb effect. Here, too, the phaser is combined  
with different reverb types.  
SMALL HALL: Simulates a small, lively (strongly reflecting)  
hall and is perfect for processing drums.  
AMBIENCE: Reproduces a middle-sized room without late  
reflections.  
ROTARY SPEAKER & REVERB: The combination of a rotary  
speaker effect and reverb program.  
EARLY REFLECTIONS: The initial reflections of this room are  
clearly audible. This effect is a classic for dynamic signals (drums,  
percussion, slap bass, etc.).  
DELAY & REVERB: Delay and reverb is the most common  
combination for vocals, solo guitars, etc.  
PITCH & REVERB: The pitch shifter slightly detunes the audio  
signal, while the reverb adds ambience to the signal.  
SPRING REVERB: Simulates classic spring reverberation.  
GATED REVERB: This effect synthetically cuts off reverberation  
after a period of time. It is famous in the song “In the Air Tonight”  
by Phil Collins. The variations differ in the reverb length.  
DELAY & CHORUS: Chorus can contribute to a wideness of  
the signal and interesting repetition effects can be adjusted with  
the delay. Vocals can be given a distinctive effect without making  
the voice sounding blurred.  
REVERSE REVERB: This is a reverberation in which the  
envelope is reversed, i.e. it slowly gets louder.  
DELAY & FLANGER: This effect is just right for creating a  
modern, slightly “spacy” vocal sound.  
DELAY & PITCH: A repetition of the audio signal, with an  
oscillatory effect added by the pitch shifter.  
CHORUS: This effect slightly detunes the original signal. A very  
pleasant detune effect is created in connection with the pitch  
variation. The chorus effect is used often and quite extensively  
used for dispersing signals. The variations available range from  
slow to fast chorus effects.  
3 VOICE PITCH: The pitch effect can be used to produce a  
cartoon-character type voice effect.  
SYMPHONIC: This effect creates the sound of an eight-voice  
LFO BANDPASS: Filters, in general, influence the frequency  
response of a signal. A low-pass filter allows low frequencies  
to pass and suppresses high frequencies, while a high pass  
filter allows high frequencies to pass and suppresses low  
frequencies. This LFO bandpass effect is complemented by  
modulation from an LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator).  
(!) vocal chorus.  
FLANGER: The word “flange” means “tape spool”, and this  
explains the characteristics of the effect. Originally, the flanger  
effect was generated with two tape recorders which ran  
synchronously. The same audio signal was recorded on both  
machines. If you put a finger on the left spool of one of the  
machines, the spool and the playback speed are slowed down.  
The generated delay results in phase shifting of the signals.  
Please choose either “medium flanger” or one of the “bright  
flanger” programs, which feature an increase in presence.  
VOCAL DISTORTION: This effect is very hip when used on  
vocals and drum loops.  
VINYLIZER: This effect adds clicks and noise to your audio  
signal, simulating old vinyl records.  
3. DIGITAL EFFECTS PROCESSOR  
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SPACE RADIO: Here, the typical sound of scanning an FM  
tuner is simulated. This can be a very interesting effect when  
sound-tracking radio plays.  
TEST TONE: Use this 1-kHz test tone to facilitate P.A. level  
setting.  
4. INSTALLATION  
4.1 Mains connection  
Blown fuses must be replaced by fuses of the same type and  
rating.  
The mains connection is made using the enclosed power cord  
and a standard IEC receptacle. It meets all of the international  
safety certification requirements.  
Fig. 4.3: XLR connectors  
Please make sure that all units have a proper  
ground connection. For your own safety, never  
remove or disable the ground conductor from the  
unit or of the AC power cord.  
4.2 Audio connections  
The inputs and outputs of the BEHRINGER EUROPOWER are  
unbalanced 1/4" TS connectors—except for the balanced mono  
line inputs. Of course, all inputs and outputs work with both  
balanced and unbalanced connectors. The Tape Ins and Outs  
are on stereo RCA connectors.  
Please ensure that only qualified personnel install  
and operate the power mixer. During installation  
and operation, the user must have sufficient  
electrical contact to earth. Electrostatic charges  
might affect the operation of the unit.  
Fig. 4.4: 1/4" TS connector for footswitch  
Please use a dual footswitch for the PMH880S, so  
that you can enable/disable FX1 and FX2  
independently of each other. In this case, the tip of  
the 1/4" plug controls FX1, and the ring FX2.  
Fig. 4.5: RCA cable  
4.3 Loudspeaker connection  
Your EUROPOWER is equipped with high-quality NEUTRIK®  
SPEAKON®-compatible loudspeaker connectors, which ensure  
safe and trouble-free operation. The SPEAKON® connector was  
especially developed for high-power loudspeakers. Once it is  
plugged in, it safely locks into position and cannot be accidentally  
disengaged. It prevents the occurrence of electrical shock and  
ensures the correct polarity. Each of the connectors carries  
only the assigned single signal (see tab. 4.1/fig. 4.7 and the  
information on the rear panel of the power mixer).  
Fig. 4.1: 1/4" TS connector  
Fig. 4.2: 1/4" TRS connector  
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OUTPUT B  
+1  
OUTPUT A  
+1  
-1  
-1  
8 Ω  
4 Ω  
8 Ω  
4 Ω  
BRIDGE  
Fig. 4.6: Loudspeaker connector  
+1  
Please be sure to only use commercial SPEAKON® cables (type  
NL4FC) for connecting your loudspeakers to the mixer. Please  
check the pin connections of your loudspeakers and cables  
depending on the EUROPOWER speaker output you choose.  
16 Ω  
8 Ω  
+2  
EUROPOWER PMH880S  
OUTPUT A  
MAIN L  
1+  
POS  
POS  
-
1-  
NEG  
NEG  
-
2+  
2-  
Fig. 4.7: SPEAKON® connector assignment  
-
-
MON  
-
POS  
2+  
-
-
OUTPUT B  
OUTPUT B  
MAIN R  
NEG  
1+  
1-  
2-  
-
POS  
POS  
POS  
NEG  
NEG  
-
MONO  
-
-
BRIDGE  
NEG  
-
EUROPOWER PMH660M  
OUTPUT A  
MAIN MONO  
MON  
1+  
POS  
POS  
-
1-  
NEG  
NEG  
-
2+  
2-  
-
-
-
-
BRIDGE  
-
-
OUTPUT B  
MAIN MONO  
MAIN  
1+  
1-  
2+  
2-  
-
POS  
POS  
POS  
NEG  
NEG  
-
-
-
-
BRIDGE  
NEG  
-
Tab. 4.1: Pin connections of loudspeaker connectors  
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Both the PMH880S and the PMH660M can be set-up for dual  
mono operations. The POWER AMP switch must be set to its  
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lower (PMH660M) or center position (PMH880S). The two  
loudspeaker outputs provide the main and the monitor signals  
independently of each other and to two loudspeakers each,  
which are wired in parallel.  
For stereo operation the POWER AMP switch  
of the  
PMH880Smust be set to its upperposition (MAIN L/MAIN R). Outputs  
A and B deliver the stereo main signal to the P.A. speakers. Two  
active speakers, wired in parallel, are connected to the PREAMP  
MONITOR output. They are used as on-stage monitor speakers.  
The effects processors can be switched on and off with a dual  
footswitch. This set-up is not possible with the PMH660M (no  
stereo operation possible).  
Fig. 5.2: EUROPOWER mixer as a dual mono amplifier  
(example)  
Fig. 5.1: EUROPOWER mixer as a stereo amplifier  
(example)  
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This illustration shows just one example of how the channels  
One example of how to use your power mixer with a  
subwoofer in bridged mono mode. The illustration shows the  
PMH880S with a subwoofer connected to OUTPUT B that will  
receive the full (bridged) output power. A separate stereo power  
amp (BEHRINGER EUROPOWER EP1500) for the stereo main P.A.  
signal is connected to the PRE AMP MAIN outputs. The PRE AMP  
MONITOR output is wired to active speakers on the stage. This  
application can also be realized with the PMH660M, except for  
the main P.A. signal, which would be mono.  
of your power mixer can be used, including the connection of  
mono and stereo sources, and the tape ins and outs recording  
the mix signal or playing back external signals.  
Fig. 5.3: Standard set-up (example)  
Fig. 5.4: EUROPOWER in bridged mono mode  
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6. SPECIFICATIONS  
PMH660M  
PMH880S  
MICROPHONE INPUTS  
XLR, electronically balanced input circuit  
Type  
Mic E.I.N. (20 Hz - 20 kHz)  
-112 dB / 114 dB A-weighted  
-112 dB / 114 dB A-weighted  
-112 dB / 114 dB A-weighted  
< 10 Hz - 200 kHz (-1 dB)  
< 10 Hz - > 200 kHz (-3 dB)  
+30 dB, +10 dB with pad  
+12 dBu @ +10 dB gain  
@ 0 source resistance  
@ 50 source resistance  
@ 150 source resistance  
Frequency response  
Gain  
Max. input level  
Impedance  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
Noise (THD + N)  
approx. 2.2 k balanced / 1.1 k unbalanced  
110 dB / 114 dB A-weighted (0 dBu In @ +10 dB gain)  
0.001% / 0.0007% A-weighted  
MONO LINE INPUTS  
1/4" TS connectors, balanced  
Type  
Impedance  
Max. input level  
STEREO LINE INPUTS  
Type  
Impedance  
Max. input level  
EQUALIZER  
Low  
Ω,  
approx. 20 k balanced  
+21 dBu  
-
-
-
1/4" TRS connectors, unbalanced  
approx. 100 k unbalanced  
Ω,  
+21 dBu  
80 Hz / +/-15 dB  
2.5 kHz / +/-15 dB  
12 kHz / +/-15 dB  
Mid  
High  
2 TRACK INPUT  
RCA  
Type  
approx. 10 k  
Impedance  
PREAMP OUTPUTS  
MAIN  
1/4" TS connectors, unbalanced  
Ω,  
Type  
approx. 150  
unbalanced  
Impedance  
Max. output level  
MONITOR  
Type  
+21 dBu  
1/4" TS connectors, unbalanced  
Ω,  
+21 dBu  
approx. 150  
unbalanced  
Impedance  
Max. output level  
STEREO OUTPUTS  
Type  
Impedance  
-
-
1/4" TRS connectors, unbalanced  
Ω,  
approx. 150  
unbalanced  
Max. input level  
Type  
-
+21 dBu  
RCA  
RCA, mono output  
Impedance  
approx. 1 k  
+21 dBu  
approx. 1 k  
+21 dBu  
Max. input level  
MAIN MIX SYSTEM DATA  
Noise  
MAIN MIX @ -oo  
Channel fader -oo  
MAIN MIX @ 0 dB  
Channel fader -oo  
MAIN MIX @ 0 dB  
Channel fader @ 0 dB  
LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUTS  
-102 dB/-106 dB A-weighted  
-88 dB/-91 dB A-weighted  
-84 dB/-86 dB A-weighted  
Type  
NEUTRIK® SPEAKON®-compatible  
Load impedance  
MAIN L/R  
-
4 - 8  
MONITOR/MAIN MONO  
MAIN MONO/MAIN MONO  
BRIDGE  
4 - 8  
4 - 8  
8 - 16  
DSP  
24-bit Delta-Sigma, 64/128-times oversampling  
Converter  
Dynamics D/A  
90 dB  
46.875 kHz  
Sampling rate  
max. 5 secs  
Delay Time  
approx. 1.5 msecs  
Signal run time (Line In > Line Out)  
DISPLAY  
Type  
2-digit, 7-segment LED  
2 x 2-digit, 7-segment LED  
AMPLIFIER  
Output power  
Ω (  
2 x 200 W  
1 x 400 W  
2 x 400 W  
1 x 600 W  
Output power @ 4  
Output power @ 8  
POWER SUPPLY  
Mains voltage  
BRIDGE)  
100 - 240 V~, 50 / 60 Hz  
IEC standard receptacle  
Power consumption  
Fuse  
500 W  
T 5 A H 250 V  
700 W  
T 6.3 A H 250 V  
Mains connector  
DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT  
approx. 12 2/5" x 18 1/10" x 8 3/5"  
approx. 315 mm x 460 mm x 220 mm  
Dimensions (H x W x D)  
Weight  
8.5 kg  
18.74 lb.  
9.4 kg  
20.73 lb.  
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior  
notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.  
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7. WARRANTY  
§ 1 WARRANTY CARD/ONLINE REGISTRATION  
3. Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are expressly  
excluded from this warranty, in particular, if caused by improper  
handling of the product by the user. This also applies to defects  
caused by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders,  
crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, tubes, guitar strings,  
illuminants and similar parts.  
To be protected by the extended warranty, the buyer must  
complete and return the enclosed warranty card within 14 days  
of the date of purchase to BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik  
GmbH, in accordance with the conditions stipulated in § 3. Failure  
to return the card in due time (date as per postmark) will void any  
extended warranty claims. Based on the conditions herein, the  
buyer may also choose to use the online registration option via  
4. Damages/defects caused by the following conditions are  
not covered by this warranty:  
§ 2 WARRANTY  
V improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in  
compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user  
or service manuals.  
1. BEHRINGER (BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH  
including all BEHRINGER subsidiaries listed on the enclosed page,  
except BEHRINGER Japan) warrants the mechanical and  
electronic components of this product to be free of defects in  
material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year* from the  
original date of purchase, in accordance with the warranty  
regulations described below. If the product shows any defects  
within the specified warranty period that are not excluded from  
this warranty as described under § 4, BEHRINGER shall, at its  
discretion, either replace or repair the product using suitable  
new or reconditioned parts. In the case that other parts are used  
which constitute an improvement, BEHRINGER may, at its  
discretion, charge the customer for the additional cost of these  
parts.  
V connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not  
comply with the technical or safety regulations applicable in  
the country where the product is used.  
V damages/defects caused by force majeure or any other  
condition that is beyond the control of BEHRINGER.  
5. Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized  
personnel (user included) will void the warranty.  
6. If an inspection of the product by BEHRINGER shows that  
the defect in question is not covered by the warranty, the  
inspection costs are payable by the customer.  
2. If the warranty claim proves to be justified, the product will  
be returned to the user freight prepaid.  
7. Products which do not meet the terms of this warranty will  
be repaired exclusively at the buyer’s expense. BEHRINGER will  
inform the buyer of any such circumstance. If the buyer fails to  
submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after notification,  
BEHRINGER will return the unit C.O.D. with a separate invoice  
for freight and packing. Such costs will also be invoiced  
separately when the buyer has sent in a written repair order.  
3. Warranty claims other than those indicated above are  
expressly excluded.  
§ 3 RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER  
1. To obtain warranty service, the buyer (or his authorized  
dealer) must call BEHRINGER (see enclosed list) during normal  
business hours BEFORE returning the product. All inquiries must  
be accompanied by a description of the problem. BEHRINGER  
will then issue a return authorization number.  
§ 5 WARRANTY TRANSFERABILITY  
This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer  
(customer of retail dealer) and is not transferable to anyone  
who may subsequently purchase this product. No other person  
(retail dealer, etc.) shall be entitled to give any warranty promise  
on behalf of BEHRINGER.  
2. Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original  
shipping carton, together with the return authorization number to  
the address indicated by BEHRINGER.  
§ 6 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES  
3. Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted.  
Failure of BEHRINGER to provide proper warranty service shall  
not entitle the buyer to claim (consequential) damages. In no  
event shall the liability of BEHRINGER exceed the invoiced value  
of the product.  
§ 4 WARRANTY REGULATIONS  
1. Warranty services will be furnished only if the product is  
accompanied by a copy of the original retail dealer’s invoice.  
Any product deemed eligible for repair or replacement under the  
terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced.  
§ 7 OTHER WARRANTY RIGHTS AND NATIONAL LAW  
1. This warranty does not exclude or limit the buyer’s statutory  
rights provided by national law, in particular, any such rights  
against the seller that arise from a legally effective purchase  
contract.  
2. If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to  
comply with applicable technical or safety standards on a national  
or local level, in any country which is not the country for which  
the product was originally developed and manufactured, this  
modification/adaptation shall not be considered a defect in  
materials or workmanship. The warranty does not cover any  
such modification/adaptation, irrespective of whether it was  
carried out properly or not. Under the terms of this warranty,  
BEHRINGER shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting  
from such a modification/adaptation.  
2. The warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable  
unless they constitute an infringement of national warranty law.  
* Customers in the European Union please contact BEHRINGER  
Germany Support for further details.  
Technical specifications and appearance subject to change without notice. The information contained herein is correct at the time of printing. The names  
of companies, institutions or publications pictured or mentioned and their respective logos are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Their use  
neither constitutes a claim of the trademarks by BEHRINGER® nor affiliation of the trademark owners with BEHRINGER®. BEHRINGER® 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. Colours and specification may vary slightly from product. Products are sold through our authorised dealers only. Distributors and dealers are not  
agents of BEHRINGER® and have absolutely no authority to bind BEHRINGER® by any express or implied undertaking or representation. No part of this  
manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording of any kind, for  
any purpose, without the express written permission of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. BEHRINGER® is a registered trademark.  
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. © 2004 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH,  
Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich-Münchheide II, Germany.  
Tel. +49 2154 9206 0, Fax +49 2154 9206 4903  
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