Fender Passport Portable Sound Systems PD-250 - Manual (Page 8)

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A small storage compartment can be found on the rear of
the Passport tower. To access this compartment, simply
lift the latch and pull open the storage door. This
compartment is ideal for storing cables, microphones or
other items when you are transporting your Passport.
On the back panel of the storage compartment you will
see a narrow metal strip with a screw on either end. This
is the protective cover for the wireless adapter terminal.
Custom wireless systems are available for your Passport.
The receiver for the wireless system installs in the storage
compartment.
Before turning on the Power, read and heed the safety
warnings on page 2.
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 Level, VIP (channel 1 ONLY) and
Rev/Aux controls to their full counterclockwise (OFF)
positions. Next, place all EQ, Pan and Master controls at
12 o’clock in their center 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. 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 2.) 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 green 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
Power LED illuminates red, the system is indicating a
thermal protect mode or cooling problem. Be sure to
check the air inlet filter at the base of the unit by removing
it and making sure it is clear of debris.
Turn 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.
REAR STORAGE COMPARTMENT
SET-UP AND CONNECTIONS