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Samson EXPEDITION XP40i Owner's Manual

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XP40iw
PORTABLE PA SYSTEMS

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  • Page 1 E PEDITION XP40i XP40iw PORTABLE PA SYSTEMS...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.
  • Page 3 ATTENTION: Pour éviter tout risque d’électrocution ou d’incendie, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité. Pour éviter tout risque d’électrocution, ne pas ôter le couvercle ou le dos du boîtier. Cet appareil ne con- tient aucune pièce remplaçable par l'utilisateur. Confiez toutes les réparations à un personnel qualifié. Le signe avec un éclair dans un triangle prévient l’utilisateur de la présence d’une tension dangereuse et non isolée dans l’appareil.
  • Page 4 PRECAUCION: Para reducir el riesgo de incendios o descargas, no permita que este aparato quede expuesto a la lluvia o la humedad. Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, nunca quite la tapa ni el chasis. Dentro del aparato no hay piezas susceptibles de ser reparadas por el usuario.
  • Page 5 Copyright 2010, Samson Technologies Corp. Printed January, 2010 v1. Samson Technologies Corp. 45 Gilpin Avenue Hauppauge, New York 11788-8816 Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) Fax: 631-784-2201 www.samsontech.com...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction......... . . 1 -2 XP40i and XP40iw Features .

  • Page 7: 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.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Samson products in the future. Also, be sure to check out our website (www. samsontech.com) for complete information about our full product line.

  • Page 9: Xp40I And Xp40Iw Features

    XP40i and XP40iw Features Monitor • The XP40iw and XP40i are 2-way self-powered 40-watt speaker systems. • A deep and rich low frequency response is produced thanks to the proprietary six-inch, heavy-duty woofer. B uilt-in iPod dock for great sounding, easy playback of just about any • iPod model with 30-pin standard connector. • A one-inch titanium tweeter is fitted on a 60 x 60 degree, one-inch throat horn, for clean and clear high frequency response with even sound dispersion. •...

  • Page 10: Xp40I And Xp40Iw Front And Top Views

    XP40i and XP40iw Front and Top Views Front View Top View Monitor 4 Steel Grill – Durable steel grill Front View provides protection for, and easy Titanium Tweeter – A 1-inch access to LF driver. (25mm), titanium diaphragm horn loaded tweeter produces 5 Enclosure –...

  • Page 11: Xp40I Rear View

    XP40i Rear View LEVEL (CH 1) – Used to control the INSTRUMENT Input - 1/4-inch level of the CHANNEL 1 input. phone jack connector used to connect instrument or line level LEVEL (CH 2) – Used to control the signals. level of the CHANNEL 2 input.

  • Page 12: Xp40Iw Rear View

    XP40iw Rear View LEVEL (CH 1) – Used to control the INSTRUMENT Input - 1/4-inch level of the CHANNEL 1 input. phone jack connector used to connect instrument or line level LEVEL (CH 2) – Used to control the signals. level of the CHANNEL 2 input..

  • Page 13: Xp40I And Xp40Iw Quick Start

    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 •...
  • Page 14 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.

  • Page 15: Setting Up And Using The Xp40I And Xp40Iw

    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...

  • Page 16: Operating The Xp40I And Xp40Iw

    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.

  • Page 17: Using The Aux Input

    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...
  • Page 18 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.

  • Page 19: Using Link To Connect Two Xp40I's

    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.
  • Page 20 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.

  • Page 21: Using The Xp40Iw Wireless Microphone

    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.
  • Page 22 If these channels do not match, contact your Samson Technical Support at 1-800-372-6766. 2. Physically place the XP40iw where it will be used (the general rule of thumb is to maintain “line of sight”...
  • Page 23 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”).

  • Page 24: Using The Xp40Iw Wireless Microphone

    If you have followed all the steps above and are experiencing difficulties, contact your local distributor or, if purchased in the United States, call Samson Technical Support (1-800-372-6766) between 9 AM and 5 PM EST.

  • Page 25: Speaker System Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier Power Output... . . 40-Watt No. of Mic Input ... 1 x Wired mic / 1 x Wireless mic (XP40iw only) LEVEL Controls .

  • Page 26: Wireless Specifications

    Wireless Specifications HT5 Microphone Transmitter Transmission Mode Frequency modulation, 80KF3E, 15 kHz peak deviation Frequency Range 173.80 MHz to 213.20 MHz, 25 frequencies OSC System Crystal controlled, x12 multiplication RF Power 20 mW (USA models), 10 mW [(2 mW ERP) European / UK models)] Operating Range 300 ft.
  • Page 27 FCC Rules and Regulations Samson wireless systems are type accepted under FCC rules parts 90, 74 and 15. Licensing of Samson equipment is the user’s responsibil- ity and licensability depends on the user’s classification, application and frequency selected. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry &...
  • Page 28 Samson Technologies Corp. 45 Gilpin Avenue Hauppauge, New York 11788-8816 Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) Fax: 631-784-2201 www.samsontech.com...

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