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  • Page 1 MBA75W MKII mobile PA system user manual...
  • Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Strasse 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 01.12.2016, ID: 234801...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 8 Safety instructions..........................10 Features............................... 16 Installation and starting up........................ 17 4.1 Battery operation..........................18 4.2 Microphone............................18 4.3 Remote control..........................19 Connections and controls........................21 Technical specifications........................43 Plug and connection assignment....................46 Cleaning............................... 50 MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 4 Table of contents Protecting the environment......................51 mobile PA system...

  • Page 5: General Notes

    If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual. Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to change. MBA75W MKII...

  • Page 6: Further Information

    General notes 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.

  • Page 7: Notational Conventions

    References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specified page number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to the specified location. Example: See Ä ‘Cross-references’ on page 7. MBA75W MKII...

  • Page 8: Symbols And Signal Words

    General notes 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual. Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
  • Page 9 General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – danger zone. MBA75W MKII...

  • Page 10: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used in a sound reinforcement system. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐ ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
  • Page 11 Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐ tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐ tered electrician. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 12 Safety instructions CAUTION! Possible hearing damage The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to be uncritical can cause hearing damage. Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment.
  • Page 13 NOTICE! Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries. Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 14 Safety instructions NOTICE! Possible damage by leaking batteries Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device. Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period. NOTICE! Possible damage due to incorrect storage Deep discharge can cause batteries to become permanently damaged or lose some of their capacity.
  • Page 15 This equipment uses a frequency range that is free of charge and registration within the European Union. For more information, please visit: http://www.thomann.de. When operating, make sure that transmitter and receiver are set to the same channel. Never set more than one transmitter to the same channel.

  • Page 16: Features

    Features Features The mobile PA system is characterized by the following features: Compact all-in-one system Mains and battery operation for maximum flexibility 8" wide range speaker with integrated tweeter Output power: 75 W RMS Frequency response 50 Hz … 18 kHz ± 3 dB Integrated UHF receiver for the supplied UHF wireless microphone, 16 channels selectable Built-in cassette recorder, CD player (MP3 playback), USB port and SD card slot Infrared remote control...

  • Page 17: Installation And Starting Up

    Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards. NOTICE! Possible property damage by magnetic fields Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic field. Therefore, maintain an appropriate distance to devices that can be adversely affected or damaged by an external magnetic field. MBA75W MKII...

  • Page 18: Battery Operation

    Installation and starting up 4.1 Battery operation You can also operate the device independently of the mains power supply with the two installed rechargeable lead gel batteries (12 V, 5 Ah). 4.2 Microphone Use only LR6 AA (1.5 V) batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (nickel metal hydride). Note the correct polarity when inserting the batteries.

  • Page 19: Remote Control

    When inserting the battery in the battery holder, the positive terminal must point upwards. Slide the battery holder with the bat‐ tery inserted back into the battery compartment until it engages. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 20 Installation and starting up mobile PA system...

  • Page 21: Connections And Controls

    Connections and controls Connections and controls Rear view - overview MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 22 Connections and controls Partial view A mobile PA system...
  • Page 23 6.35 mm jack audio input for amplifying external audio signals with line level. 5 [LINE IN R / L] Cinch audio input for amplifying external audio signals with line level. 6 [MIC VOL.] Volume control for cabled microphone input. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 24 Connections and controls 7 [MIC IN 1] Microphone input 6.35 mm jack. 8 [XLR MIC IN 2] XLR microphone input (symmetrical). mobile PA system...
  • Page 25 Connections and controls Partial view B MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 26 Connections and controls 9 [EXT.SPK] Connect an external speaker here if necessary. This does not switch the installed speaker off. 10 [DC IN 24V/3A] Connection for operating a device via an external DC voltage source that delivers 24 V with at least 3A. 11 [BATTERY ELECTRICITY] Charge status display for the built-in battery.
  • Page 27 To adjust the main volume (microphone and CD/cassette). 14 [BASS] To adjust the bass level. 15 [TREBLE] To adjust the treble level. 16 [OFF/ON] Main switch to turn the device on and off. 17 Mains connection socket with fuse holder. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 28 Connections and controls Partial view C mobile PA system...
  • Page 29 A single press pauses playback or recording. Another press continues playback or recording. 20 [ST]/[EJ] A single press stops playback, recording or winding. A second press opens the cassette compartment cover. 21 [F.FWD] Winds the tape onto the right-hand reel. 22 [REW] Winds the tape onto the left-hand reel. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 30 Connections and controls 23 [PLAY] Starts playback of the audio track. 24 [REC] Activates the recording function. Also press [PLAY]to start recording. mobile PA system...
  • Page 31 Connections and controls Partial view D MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 32 Connections and controls 25 CD slot Insert a CD here. From around the middle of the CD, the device will automatically transport the remainder of it. 26 [POWER] Press this button to switch the device on (the main [OFF/ON] switch must be in the ON position for this). To switch the device off, keep this button pressed for 2 seconds.
  • Page 33 Press [PROG], select a track and press [RAN/ENT]. Repeat this step for all tracks that are to be included in the program. To play the tracks you have selected in this manner, press [PLAY/PAUSE] . To interrupt playback, press [PROG] twice. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 34 Connections and controls 36 [MUTE] Mutes the output or un-mutes it again. 37 [IR] The infra-red receiver for the remote control signals. 38 [USB] Connect USB storage media here. 39 Display Displays the CD playback status with the track number and running time. mobile PA system...
  • Page 35 Connections and controls Partial view E MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 36 Connections and controls 40 [VOL.] Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume. Turn it counter-clockwise to reduce the volume. 41 [ON/OFF] When the device is switched on, this display lights up. 42 [AF] AF signal display: The red LED “AF” lights up if the microphone signal is being received. 43 [RF] RF signal display: The yellow LED “RF”...
  • Page 37 Connections and controls 45 [UP] To select the next channel up. 46 [DOWN] To select the next channel down. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 38 Connections and controls Remote control mobile PA system...
  • Page 39 The repeat function is interrupted if you press the button four times. Press this button for at least two seconds to display the information saved in the MP3 file about the track currently playing. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 40 Connections and controls 6 [PLAY/PAUSE] Press this button to start or stop playback. 7 [STOP] Press this button to stop playback. 8 [PREV.] , [NEXT] Press this button to skip forward or backward. Then press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to continue playback. Mutes the output or un-mutes it again.
  • Page 41 Connections and controls Fast forward or rewind. 14 [FOLDER] This button allows you to select the next folder for playback. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 42 Connections and controls Wireless microphone 1 Microphone head grill to protect from damage and reduce wind and breathing noise. 2 Aluminium housing 3 Battery compartment Insert 2 × 1.5 V–batteries here. 4 Channel switch Select the required transmission channel. 5 Battery status display This display flashes red if the batteries are almost flat.

  • Page 43: Technical Specifications

    Outputs 1 × 1/4" phone socket for line output 1 × 1/4" phone socket for speaker output Speakers 8" wide range speaker with integrated tweeter Frequency range 50 Hz … 18 kHz (±3 dB) Output power 75 W MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 44 Technical specifications Radio link Carrier frequency UHF band (863 MHz … 865 MHz) Modulation type Frequency modulation (FM) Signal-to-noise ratio > 105 dB Transmission power of the wireless microphone approx. 10 mW < 0.5 % General Voltage supply 230 V , 50 Hz 2 ×...
  • Page 45 Technical specifications Dimensions (W × H × D) 330 mm × 440 mm × 240 mm Weight 13 kg MBA75W MKII...

  • Page 46: Plug And Connection Assignment

    Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
  • Page 47 The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference. 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐ anced) Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Ground MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 48 Plug and connection assignment Three-pole 1/8" mini phone jack (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground, shielding XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) mobile PA system...
  • Page 49 Plug and connection assignment RCA connection Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug. Signal Ground, shielding MBA75W MKII...

  • Page 50: Cleaning

    Cleaning Cleaning Device components Clean the device components that are accessible from the outside regularly. The cleaning fre‐ quency depends on the operating environment: damp, smoky or particularly dirty environ‐ ments can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the device components. Clean with a dry soft cloth.

  • Page 51: Protecting The Environment

    Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into fire. Dispose of the bat‐ teries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites. MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 52 Protecting the environment Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE). Do not dispose with your normal household waste. Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility.
  • Page 53 Notes MBA75W MKII...
  • Page 54 Notes mobile PA system...
  • Page 56 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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