Behringer Europower EP2000 Benutzerhandbuch

EUROPOWER EP4000/EP2000 User Manual

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Fig. 2.2: Rear panel control elements

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These are the balanced XLR inputs (channels 1 and 2).

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These are the stereo ¼" TRS inputs (channels 1 and 2). They can also be used 

with unbalanced plugs.

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These are the MODE switches, used to alter the operating modes as well as 

to set the limiters and high-pass filters (see chapter 2.3).

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The unit’s fan is located here. Fan speed adjusts automatically to assure 

trouble-free operation.

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These are the SPEAKER OUTPUTS (channels 1 and 2). When running the 

unit in mono-bridged mode (see chapter 2.3.5), please use the channel 1 

output exclusively. For further information on the connectors please refer to 

chapter 4.1.

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These are the OUTPUT TERMINALS (channels 1 and 2). When running 

in mono, please make sure to use both middle connectors to connect 

your loudspeaker.

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BREAKER (automated fuse). After eliminating the cause of faulty operation, 

simply depress the BREAKER and power up the unit again. The BREAKER acts 

in place of common discardable fuses.

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POWER is supplied via an IEC connector. The matching cable is provided 

with the unit.

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SERIAL NUMBER of your EUROPOWER. 

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Here you can find a detailed overview of the individual MODE SWITCHES 

functions  

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Fig. 2.3: Dip-switches

2.3.1  Clip limiter
When the input signal connected to your amp is too high, you end up with a 

distorted output signal. To prevent this, both channels of your EUROPOWER 

feature a clip limiter that can be  engaged or disengaged selectively. The limiters 

automatically recognize distortion and lower amplification until distortion is 

reduced to a tolerable level. To preserve the dynamic characteristics of the signal 

when low distortion levels are occurring, the clip limiters function with moderate 

suppression. Use switches 1 (ch. 1) and 10 (ch. 2) to activate the clip limiters.
When using broadband loudspeaker systems, the clip limiter reduces high 

frequency distortions which occur when an amplifier is overloaded. The drivers 

are thus protected from being damaged.

2.3.2  Input filter
The LF (high-pass) filter removes frequencies below 30 and 50 Hz respectively. 

The reproduction of the signal’s bass portion is thus optimized, since ultra-low, 

distracting frequencies are eliminated, and more power is available for the 

reproduction of the wanted segment of the signal. Engaging and disengaging 

the filters is done by using the switches 3 (ch. 1) and 8 (ch. 2). Switches 2 (ch. 1) 

and 9 (ch. 2) determine the cut-off frequency. As long as the filter is disengaged, 

frequencies below 5 Hz are cut to prevent damage.
You should set up the filters so they best suit the frequency response of your 

speakers, since some speakers (e.g. bass reflex speakers) are particularly sensitive 

to over-excursion below the listed frequency range.