E PEDITION XP40i XP40iw PORTABLE PA SYSTEMS
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Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 -2 XP40i and XP40iw Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 XP40i and XP40iw Front and Top Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 XP40i Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Expedition XP40i all-in-one, portable sound system from Samson Technologies. The XP40i is a compact PA system ideal for use in a variety of live sound applications. The XP40i is loud and clear, producing a big sound in a surprisingly small package. The self contained PA features a 2-way speaker system employing a six-inch woofer and a 1-inch titanium tweeter, 40 watts of internal power and an onboard four-channel mixer.
Introduction This manual covers both the XP40i and XP40iw models and it should be assumed that the features are identical unless otherwise stated. In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the XP40i and XP40iw PA systems, as well as a guided tour through their control panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specifications.
XP40i and XP40iw Features Monitor • The XP40iw and XP40i are 2-way self-powered 40-watt speaker systems. • deep and rich low frequency response is produced thanks to the proprietary A six-inch, heavy-duty woofer. • Built-in iPod dock for great sounding, easy playback of just about any iPod model with 30-pin standard connector. • one-inch titanium tweeter is fitted on a 60 x 60 degree, one-inch throat horn, A for clean and clear high frequency response with even sound dispersion.
XP40i and XP40iw Front and Top Views Front View Top View 1 2 7 8 Monitor 3 4 5 6 Front View 1 Titanium Tweeter – A 1-inch (25mm), titanium diaphragm horn loaded tweeter produces an articulate and sweet high frequency response. 4 Steel Grill – Durable steel grill provides protection for, and easy access to LF driver. 2 6 Power LED – The Green LED illuminates when the unit is powered on.
XP40i Rear View 1 6 7 2 8 3 9 4 10 11 5 12 13 8 INSTRUMENT Input - 1/4-inch phone jack connector used to connect instrument or line level signals. 1 LEVEL (CH 1) – Used to control the level of the CHANNEL 1 input. 2 LEVEL (CH 2) – Used to control the level of the CHANNEL 2 input. 9 LINK - 1/4-inch phone jack connector used to link a second XP40i or XP40iw. 3 iPod LEVEL- Used to control the level of the iPod input.
XP40iw Rear View 1 7 8 2 9 3 4 10 5 12 11 13 6 14 15 9 INSTRUMENT Input - 1/4-inch phone jack connector used to connect instrument or line level signals. 10 iPod LEVEL Used to control the level of the iPod input. 11 LINK - 1/4-inch phone jack connector used to link a second XP40i or XP40iw. 12 Treble - Controls the high band of the Channel Equalizer, +/- 15 dB at 10kHz. 13 PEAK LED - The Red LED illuminates at the level where distortion occurs.
XP40i and XP40iw Quick Start In the following pages of this manual, you will find a detailed explanation of all the XP40i and XP40iw’s functions and controls, but if you just want to get started quickly you can follow the steps below. Using a Microphone • Be sure that the XP40i’s POWER switch is set to the OFF position. • Turn the CHANNEL 1, CHANNEL 2 and iPod LEVEL controls fully counterclockwise to the off position. • Connect the power adapter to an AC socket.
XP40i and XP40iw Quick Start XP40i and XP40iw - iPod Playback Your Expedition XP40i system has many sophisticated features, but if you just want to play music from your iPod, you can follow the simple steps below to get started. • Unpack the XP40i or XP40iw system components and included adapter. Be 1 in case you ever move or need to send 7 sure to save the packaging the unit for service. • Set the XP40i in place where you want to listen to your music.
Setting Up and Using the XP40i and XP40iw Microphone Positioning - How to Reduce Feedback Feedback is the annoying howling and squealing that is heard when the microphone gets too close to the speaker and the volume is high. You get feedback when the microphone picks up the amplified signal from the speaker, and then amplifies through the speaker again, and then picks it up again, and so on and so on.
Operating the XP40i and XP40iw Making Connections Connecting to the LINE Level Input Use these inputs to connect a high impedance microphone, keyboard, guitar (with a pick-up), or any other line or instrument level signals. Use a standard shielded instrument cable terminated with ¼-inch phone plug to make your connection. Connecting to the Microphone Input Use these inputs to connect Low Impedance microphones. The MIC inputs have a nominal operating level of –50dBV through -20dBV.
Operating the XP40i and XP40iw Setting the EQ for Music If you are using the XP40i or XP40iw for music playback turn up the BASS and TREBLE slightly to produce a “hi-fi” frequency response that accentuates the low and high range. Setting the EQ for Vocal If you are using your XP40i with a microphone for speech only you and reduce the BASS and TREBLE slightly, which will produce a frequency response that accentuates the vocal range.
Operating the XP40i and XP40iw Charging the XP40i and XP40iw The XP40i and XP40iw have an internal Gel cell battery allowing you to use the sound system without a power cord for up to four hours. Your actual battery life will depend on what your application is. For example, if you use the XP40i to play back loud disco music, the battery life will be less than if you use it for light speech.
Operating the XP40i and XP40iw Using LINK to Connect Two XP40i’s To use two XP40i’s as one system is simple. Just connect each side a standard ¼-inch Shielded instrument cable to the LINK jack located on the XP40i’s rear panels. Both mixers and the microphones or instruments connected to each of the individual XP40i’s will be heard in both speakers. One XP40i and One XP40iw.
Operating the XP40i and XP40iw Using LINK to Connect Two XP40iw's To use two XP40iw’s as one system, just connect each side using a standard, ¼-inch, shielded instrument cable to the LINK jack located on the XP40iw’s rear panels. Both mixers and the microphones (including the wireless microphone) or instruments connected to each of the individual XP40iw’s will be heard in both speakers.
Using the XP40iw Wireless Microphone 1: Audio on-off switch When set to the “ON” position, audio signal is transmitted. When set to the “OFF” position, the audio signal is muted. Because the carrier signal remains during muting, no “pop” or “thud” will be heard. Note that turning this off does not turn off the transmitter power—it is simply a way to temporarily mute the transmission of audio signal.
Using the XP40iw Wireless Microphone The basic procedure for setting up and using your XP40iw Wireless System takes only a few minutes: 1. For the XP40iw system to work correctly, both the receiver and transmitter must be set to the same channel. Remove all packing materials (save them in case of need for future service) and check to make sure that the supplied receiver and transmitter are set to the same channel. If these channels do not match, contact your Samson Technical Support at 1-800-372-6766. 2.
Using the XP40iw Wireless Microphone reduce the chance of feedback. In general, you can avoid feedback by taking care not to use any microphone directly in front of a PA speaker (if this is unavoidable, try using the equalizer to attenuate those high- or mid-range frequencies which are causing the feedback “squealing”). 9. If you hear distortion at the desired volume level, check the rear panel PEAK LED. If it is lit red, turn down the WIRELESS LEVEL until it lights only occasionally.
Using the XP40iw Wireless Microphone 11. When first setting up the XP40iw System in a new environment, it’s always a good idea to do a walk-around in order to make sure that coverage is provided for your entire performance area. As you do so, the “RF” LED on the rear panel of the XP40iw should always remain lit. Always try to minimize the distance between transmitter and receiver as much as possible so that the strongest possible signal is received from all planned transmission points.
Specifications Amplifier Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . No. of Mic Input . . . . . . . . . . . . LEVEL Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . iPod Tone Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mic/Instrument Input . . . . . . . . Link Input/Output . . . . . . . . . . . Aux. Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iPod Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instrument Input . . . . . . . . . . .
Wireless Specifications HT5 Microphone Transmitter Transmission Mode Frequency Range OSC System RF Power Operating Range Frequency Stability Approvals Radiating Harmonic and Spurious Emission Antenna Type Audio Frequency Response Pre-Emphasis Noise Reduction System Signal To Noise Ratio Maximum Input Level T.H.D.
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