Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................5 1.1 Symbols and signal words....................... 5 Safety instructions............................. 7 Features............................... 10 Starting up..............................11 4.1 Tips on handling speakers......................13 Connections and controls........................14 Playback via Bluetooth......................... 19 Technical specifications........................20 Plug and connection assignment....................
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. 1.1 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 document.
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General information 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. WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is designed for sound reinforcement. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
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Safety instructions DANGER! Danger to life due to electric current! Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not use the device when covers, safety equipment or optical components are missing or damaged. WARNING! Possible hearing damage due to operating the device at a high volume! The device can produce volume levels that, when operated at a high volume, may cause temporary or permanent hearing impair‐...
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions! The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient conditions specified in the “Technical specifications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sun‐ light, heavy dirt and strong vibrations.
Features Features The device is characterised by the following features: Battery-powered active 2-way speaker BP 112 A (item no. 475059): – 12-inch speaker – Output power 45 W RMS BP 115 A (item no. 475060): – 15-inch speaker – Output power 50 W RMS 1-inch compression driver 5-band equalizer Built-in media player with SD card slot, USB port and Bluetooth receiver...
Starting up Starting up Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
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Starting up NOTICE! Potential property damage due to unsuitable stands! If the device is mounted on an unsuitable stand, there is a risk that the stand will fall over and cause damage. Only use stands whose maximum bearing capacity is at least as high as the weight of the device.
Starting up 4.1 Tips on handling speakers We recommend you to set up the speakers in a way, that the sound signals can reach the audi‐ ence unobstructedly. It will often be helpful to mount the speakers on tripods. Thus, the sound will be evenly spread with maximum range throughout the audience area.
Connections and controls Connections and controls Back 100Hz 330Hz 1KHz 3.3KHz 10KHz 100Hz 330Hz 1KHz 3.3KHz 10KHz ECHO ECHO LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL VOLUME LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL VOLUME LINE LINE LINE LINE POWER CLIP POWER CLIP ö ö INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 MIX OUT INPUT 1...
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Connections and controls [25%], [50%], [75%], [100%] | Indicator LED. Indicates the battery charge level in percent. The red [25%] LED flashes when the charge level drops below 25 percent. Recharge the battery in this case. Fuse for the 12V circuit of the battery Rubber panel plug for the mains cable with fuse holder and for charging the battery [POWER] | Main switch.
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Connections and controls Digital Media Player & 100Hz 330Hz 1KHz 3.3KHz 10KHz ECHO LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL VOLUME LINE LINE POWER CLIP INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 MIX OUT [SD] | SD card slot [USB] | USB connection socket [GRAPHIC EQUALIZER] | 5-band equalizer for adjusting the frequencies of the sum signal by +/-12dB BP 112 A, BP 115 A Active Speaker...
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Connections and controls [LEVEL] | Control for adjusting the level of [INPUT 3] [VOLUME] | Overall volume control [POWER] | Indicator LED. Lights up green when the device is connected to the power supply and turned on. [CLIP] | Indicator LED. Lights up red when the signal level is too high, distortion occurs due to clipping and the limiter is activated.
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Connections and controls | Back button. Press the button briefly to skip to the previous track. Hold the button down to search backwards for a specific part of the current track. | Forward button. Press the button briefly to skip to the next track. Hold down the button to search forward for a specific part of the current track.
Playback via Bluetooth Playback via Bluetooth You can play music wirelessly from mobile Bluetooth devices such as smart phones, tablets or laptops via the built-in Bluetooth receiver of the device. Observe the user's guide of your Blue‐ tooth device. Place the Bluetooth device near the box and turn it on. Press [USB/SD] repeatedly until the display shows first ‘BLUETOOTH INITIALZING’...
Technical specifications Technical specifications Fun Generation BP 112 A Fun Generation BP 115 A Item no. 475059 Item no. 475060 Configuration 1-inch compression driver and 1-inch compression driver and 15-inch speaker 12-inch speaker Amplifier class Class AB Class AB Input connec‐...
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Technical specifications Fun Generation BP 112 A Fun Generation BP 115 A Item no. 475059 Item no. 475060 Frequency range 68 Hz … 19 kHz 60 Hz … 19 kHz Crossover frequency 2.5 kHz Sound pressure level (SPL), max. 109 dB 112 dB Beam angle (H ×...
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Technical specifications Fun Generation BP 112 A Fun Generation BP 115 A Item no. 475059 Item no. 475060 Battery Battery type Lead acid battery, rechargeable Voltage 12 V Capacity 7,200 mAh Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 10 A, 250 V, fast blow Charging time in Approx.
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Technical specifications Further information Fun Generation BP 112 A Fun Generation BP 115 A Item no. 475059 Item no. 475060 Simultaneous inputs Mic preamp Tone control / ch. Master tone control Effect Tuner CD player Bluetooth player Bluetooth standard Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0...
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Technical specifications Fun Generation BP 112 A Fun Generation BP 115 A Item no. 475059 Item no. 475060 Remote control Colour Black Black Trolley Cover BP 112 A, BP 115 A Active Speaker...
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’...
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Plug and connection assignment 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 Three-pole 1/8" mini phone jack (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground, shielding BP 112 A, BP 115 A Active Speaker...
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Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Shielding on plug housing (option) RCA connection Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug. Signal Ground, shielding BP 112 A, BP 115 A Active Speaker...
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.
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packing material Environmentally friendly materials have been chosen for the packaging. These materials can be sent for normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of in the proper manner. Do not dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
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When disposing of the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. You can also return your old device to Thomann GmbH at no charge. Check the current conditions on www.thomann.de.
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