Behringer Stereo Amplifier MINIAMP AMP800 User Manual

User’s Manual  
Version 1.1 October 2005  
 
MINIAMP AMP800  
MINIAMP  
Ultra-Compact 4-Channel Stereo Headphone Amplifier  
V Ultra-compact 9.5" headphone amplifier system for studio and stage applications  
V 4 totally independent stereo high-power amplifier sections  
V Highest sonic quality with virtually all types of headphones even at maximum  
volume  
V Phones Level control plus accurate 6-digit LED output meter per channel for  
easy level monitoring  
V 2 balanced stereo main inputs with independent Level and Balance controls  
for individual mixes, selectable for all 4 headphone amplifiers  
V Accurate 6-digit LED main input meter for precise level indication of both line  
inputs  
V Dual headphone outputs on each channel on front and rear panels allow a  
total of 8 headphones to be connected at the same time  
V Parallel Link Output allows cascading of several headphone amplifiers  
V High-quality potentiometers and illuminated switches for long-term reliability  
V Ultra low-noise audio operational amplifiers offer outstanding sound performance  
V All Mini Series models can be stacked on top of each other to create an ultra-  
compact signal processor solution  
V High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long  
life  
V Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany  
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FOREWORD  
Dear Customer,  
Thank you very much for expressing your confidence in  
BEHRINGER products by purchasing the MINIAMP  
AMP800.  
Writing this foreword for you gives me great pleasure,  
because it represents the culmination of many months of  
hard work delivered by our engineering team to achieve a  
very ambitious goal: presenting four stereo amplifier sections  
in one compact and flexible headphone amplifier. The task  
of designing our new AMP800 certainly meant a great deal  
of responsibility, which we assumed by focusing on you,  
the discerning user and musician. Meeting your expectations  
also meant a lot of work and night shifts. 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 has  
participated in such a project can be proud of what they’ve  
achieved.  
It is our philosophy to share our enjoyment with you, because  
you are the most important member of the BEHRINGER  
team. With your highly competent suggestions for new  
products, you’ve made a significant contribution to help  
shape our company and make it successful. In return, we  
guarantee you uncompromising quality, as well as excellent  
technical and audio properties at an extremely reasonable price. All of this will enable you to give  
free rein to your creativity without being hampered by budget constraints.  
We are often asked how we manage to produce such high-quality devices at such unbelievably low  
prices. The answer is quite simple: it’s you, our customers! Many satisfied customers mean large  
sales volumes enabling us to get better purchasing terms for components, etc. Isn’t it only fair to  
pass this benefit on to you? Because we know that your success is our success too!  
I would like to thank all of those who have made the AMP800 possible. You have all made your own  
personal contributions, from the developers to the many other employees at this company, and to  
you, the BEHRINGER user.  
My friends, it’s been worth the effort!  
Thank you very much,  
Uli Behringer  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
1. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................... 5  
1.1 Before you begin ....................................................................................................................5  
1.1.1 Shipment .......................................................................................................................5  
1.1.2 Initial operation .............................................................................................................6  
1.1.3 Online registration.........................................................................................................6  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS ............................................................................... 6  
2.1 Font panel...............................................................................................................................6  
2.2 Rear panel ............................................................................................................................. 7  
3. SETUP EXAMPLE ........................................................................................ 8  
4. AUDIO CONNECTIONS ................................................................................ 9  
5. SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................... 10  
6. OTHER MINI PRODUCTS .......................................................................... 11  
7. WARRANTY................................................................................................ 12  
1. INTRODUCTION  
Thank you very much for expressing your confidence in our products by purchasing one of our  
headphone amplifier systems. This 4-channel stereo headphone amplifier is designed for use with  
all types of headphones and therefore provides maximum flexibility. Its high-power stereo amplifiers  
guarantee the highest sonic quality. The ultra low-noise 4580 operational amplifiers ensure outstanding  
audio performance.  
Please read the manual carefully and keep it around for future reference.  
1.1 Before you begin  
1.1.1 Shipment  
Your AMP800 was carefully packed at the factory, and the packaging was 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 that may have occurred during transit.  
If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to BEHRINGER. Instead, notify your  
dealer and the shipping company immediately. Otherwise, claims for damage or  
replacement may not be honored.  
Always use the original packing carton to prevent damage during storage or transport.  
Make sure that no children are left unsupervised with the AMP800 or its packaging.  
Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials.  
1. INTRODUCTION  
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1.1.2 Initial operation  
Do not put the AMP800 on any equipment that generates intense heat, for example an amplifier.  
Ensure that the ventilation openings that are located on the top panel of the AMP800 are not covered  
or blocked.  
To power the AMP800, use only the power supply unit that is delivered with your  
equipment.  
1.1.3 Online registration  
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by  
of our warranty carefully.  
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, our goal is to have it repaired as quickly as possible.  
To arrange for warranty service, please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was purchased.  
Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our  
subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the original equipment packaging  
(Global Contact Information/European Contact Information). Should your country not be listed, please  
contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our  
website (www.behringer.com/support).  
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and  
more efficiently.  
Thank you for your cooperation!  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS  
The AMP800 is a headphone amplifier that includes 4 Headphone Channels, so you can share the  
AMP800 with other musicians. In addition, each musician can choose between 2 audio channels:  
Input Channel A and Input Channel B.  
Ensure that only qualified personnel set up and operate the AMP800.  
2.1 Front panel  
This section describes how to use the front panel of the AMP800, illustrated as follows:  
Fig. 2.1: AMP800 front panel  
In the previous illustration, each control element is associated with a callout, for example  
this section, use these callouts to identify details about each control element.  
. In  
For each Input Channel (A and B), the front panel includes control elements  
manage the signal in each of these Input Channels, use these control elements:  
and  
. To  
LEVEL control: To adjust the input level of a signal, turn this control toward 0 (minimum level)  
or, alternatively 6 (maximum level).  
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BALANCE control: To adjust the stereo image of a signal, turn this control toward L (left) or,  
alternatively R (right).  
A + B meter: To monitor the combined level of both signals (A and B), use this meter. An LED  
glows next to the value that identifies the combined level (-24 dB to 0 dB). If the signal is too  
strong, the CLIP LED glows. Most of the time, the optimal level is 0 dB (a full signal).  
For each Headphone Channel (1, 2, 3, and 4), the front panel includes control elements  
. To manage each Headphone Channel, use these control elements:  
through  
(headphone) connector: To connect a headphone, use this stereo, ¼" TRS connector. For  
details about TRS plugs, see 4. AUDIO CONNECTIONS.  
INPUT button: To select an Input Channel, push this button. When you listen to:  
V Input Channel A, this button is not pushed in and not lit  
V Input Channel B, this button is pushed in and lit  
PHONES LEVEL control: To adjust the level of a headphone signal, turn this control toward 0  
(minimum volume) or, alternatively 6 (maximum volume).  
CH meter: To monitor the level of a headphone signal, use this meter. An LED glows next to  
the value that identifies the headphone volume (-24 dB to 0 dB). If the signal is too strong, the  
CLIP LED glows. Most of the time, the optimal volume is 0 dB (a full signal).  
(power) button: To turn the AMP800 on and off, push this button. When you turn the AMP800:  
V on, this button is pushed in and lit  
V off, this button is not pushed in and not lit  
When you finish using the AMP800, unplug the power supply unit from the power source.  
As long as the power supply unit is connected to a power source, the power supply unit  
consumes energy.  
2.2 Rear panel  
This section describes how to use the rear panel to set up the AMP800.  
The following illustrates the rear panel of the AMP800:  
Fig. 2.2: AMP800 rear panel  
In the previous illustration, each control element is associated with a callout, for example  
this section, use these callouts to identify details about each control element:  
. In  
POWER connector: To power the AMP800, connect the power supply unit to this connector.  
This power supply unit is delivered with the AMP800.  
PHONES OUT connectors: For each Headphone Channel (1, 2, 3, and 4), the rear panel  
includes an additional headphone connector, which is a stereo, ¼" TRS connector.  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS  
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LINK OUT A connectors: If you need more than the 4 Headphone Channels that a single  
AMP800 provides, connect these balanced, ¼" TRS connectors (Left and Right) to the inputs  
of another AMP800. The LINK OUT A connectors send only the signal of Input Channel A,  
without any LEVEL or BALANCE settings.  
INPUT connectors: For each Input Channel (A and B), the rear panel includes 2 balanced,  
¼" TRS connectors (Left and Right). Connect them to the outputs of a mixer, a CD player, or  
a soundcard. For mono signals, use only the L connector.  
If the output is balanced and you insert unbalanced, ¼" TS plugs in the INPUT connectors,  
the signal level will decrease 6 dB. To raise the signal level, use the relevant LEVEL  
control (  
).  
SERIAL NUMBER: To register the AMP800, use this unique serial number.  
For details about TS and TRS plugs, see 4. AUDIO CONNECTIONS.  
3. SETUP EXAMPLE  
The following example illustrates the role of the AMP800 in your audio setups:  
L & R Input  
PRO MIXER VMX100  
Phones Out  
MINIAMP AMP800  
L & R Input  
L & R Link Out A  
CD Player  
MINIAMP AMP800  
Fig. 3.1: Setup example  
About setting up with other MINI products  
The AMP800 belongs to the MINI suite of BEHRINGER products. You can set up the AMP800 with  
these products. For details, see 6. OTHER MINI PRODUCTS.  
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4. AUDIO CONNECTIONS  
The following provides illustrations of patch cords that include unbalanced, ¼" TS plugs and balanced,  
¼" TRS plugs:  
Fig. 4.1: Patch cord with unbalanced, ¼" TS plugs  
Fig. 4.2: Patch cord with balanced, ¼" TRS plugs  
4. AUDIO CONNECTIONS  
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5. SPECIFICATIONS  
INPUT  
Type  
¼" TRS connector, balanced  
approx. 20 kΩ, balanced  
approx. 10 kΩ, unbalanced  
40 dB typ. @ 1 kHz  
Impedance  
CMRR  
PHONES OUT  
Type  
¼" TRS connector, stereo  
min. 100 Ω  
+13 dBu @ 100 load  
Impedance  
Max. output level  
LINK OUT A  
Type  
¼" TRS connector, balanced  
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS  
Frequency response  
Dynamic range  
10 Hz to 120 kHz, -3 dB  
108 dB, 10 Hz to 22 kHz (100 load)  
0.007 % typ. (100 load)  
Distortion  
Crosstalk  
< 80 dBu @ 1 kHz  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
10 Hz to 22 kHz < 95 dB @ 0 dBu, a-weighted  
AMPLIFIER  
Max. output level  
Min. output impedance  
+21 dBm / 124 mW (100 load)  
47 Ω  
POWER SUPPLY  
Mains connection  
Mains voltage  
USA/Canada  
U.K./Australia  
China  
external power supply, 9 V~ / 750 mA  
120 V~, 60 Hz  
240 V~, 50 Hz  
220 V~, 50 Hz  
230 V~, 50 Hz  
100 V~, 50 - 60 Hz  
11 W  
Europe  
Japan  
Power consumption  
DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT  
Dimensions (H x W x D)  
Weight  
approx. 1.89" (48 mm) x 9.55" (242.6 mm) x 4.72" (120 mm)  
approx. 1.09 lbs. (0,495 kg )  
BEHRINGER constantly strives to maintain the highest quality standards. Modifications may be made, if  
necessary, without prior notice. The specifications and appearance of the equipment may therefore differ  
from those listed or illustrated.  
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6. OTHER MINI PRODUCTS  
The MINIAMP belongs to the MINI suite of BEHRINGER products, which can operate together and  
are introduced below:  
MINIFEX FEX800  
Ultra-compact 9.5" stereo multi-effects processor for studio and stage applications  
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16 awesome FX presets in 24-bit/48 kHz resolution including reverb, delay, chorus,  
flanger, phaser, rotary speaker, pitch shifter and multi-effects  
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Intuitive FX Preset control with LED’s indicating the selected program  
MINICOM COM800  
Ultra-compact 9.5" stereo modeling compressor for studio and stage applications  
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16 awesome preset models for the most typical compression applications (vocal, drums,  
guitar, keyboard, etc.)  
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Dedicated Compressor Modeling control with LED’s indicating the selected dynamics  
program  
MINIMIC MIC800  
Ultra-compact 9.5" microphone modeling preamp for studio and stage applications  
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High-end preamplifier for all microphone, instrument and line-level sources. Perfectly  
complements studio-grade condenser mics  
Ultra-flexible Preamp Modeling allows you to quickly optimize your recordings  
MINIMON MON800  
Ultra-compact 9.5" monitor matrix mixer for studio and stage applications  
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Dedicated input section with 4 selectable and mixable stereo inputs  
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Accurate 6-digit LED main stereo output meters for precise level indication  
MINIFBQ FBQ800  
Ultra-compact 9.5" graphic equalizer for studio  
and stage applications  
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Revolutionary FBQ Feedback Detection  
System instantly reveals critical frequencies  
and can also be used as Audio Analyzer  
Additional Low Cut filter removes unwanted  
frequencies, e. g. floor rumble  
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MINIBEAT BEAT800  
Ultra-compact 9.5" dual beat counter/phono  
preamp for studio and stage applications  
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Intelligent dual BPM counters with Tempo  
Difference indicator  
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Ultra-flexible Beat Assist and Sync Lock  
functions  
MINIMIX MIX800  
Ultra-compact 9.5" karaoke machine for studio  
and stage applications  
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Revolutionary Voice Canceller—effectively  
eliminates vocals from any stereo source  
while retaining most music elements  
Integrated digital echo/reverb processor in 24-  
bit/40 kHz resolution for ultimate vocal  
enhancement  
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MINI products stack on top of each other  
6. OTHER MINI PRODUCTS  
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7. WARRANTY  
§ 1 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. The warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable unless they constitute an infringement  
of national warranty law.  
§ 2 ONLINE REGISTRATION  
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by  
of our warranty carefully.  
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and  
more efficiently.  
Thank you for your cooperation!  
§ 3 WARRANTY  
1. BEHRINGER (BEHRINGER International 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 § 5, 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.  
2. If the warranty claim proves to be justified, the product will be returned to the user freight prepaid.  
3. Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded.  
§ 4 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.  
2. Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original shipping carton, together with the return  
authorization number to the address indicated by BEHRINGER.  
3. Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted.  
§ 5 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.  
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.  
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.  
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4. Damages/defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this warranty:  
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V
V
improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions  
given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
§ 6 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.  
§ 7 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES  
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.  
* 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  
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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  
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written permission of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. BEHRINGER® is a registered  
trademark.  
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. © 2005 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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