Samson Power Amplifier XP200 User manual

A U D I O
XP100 • XP200 • XP300
OWNERS MANUAL

Safety Instructions/Consignes de sécurité/Sicherheitsvorkehrungen/Instrucciones de seguridad
ACHTUNG: Um die Gefahr eines Brandes oder Stromschlags zu verringern, sollten
Sie dieses Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit aussetzen.Um die Gefahr eines
Stromschlags zu verringern, sollten Sie weder Deckel noch Rückwand des Geräts ent-
fernen. Im Innern befinden sich keine Teile, die vom Anwender gewartet werden kön-
nen. Überlassen Sie die Wartung qualifiziertem Fachpersonal.Der Blitz mit Pfeilspitze im
gleichseitigen Dreieck soll den Anwender vor nichtisolierter “gefährlicher Spannung”
im Geräteinnern warnen. Diese Spannung kann so hoch sein, dass die Gefahr eines
Stromschlags besteht. Das Ausrufezeichen im gleichseitigen Dreieck soll den Anwender
auf wichtige Bedienungs- und Wartungsanleitungen aufmerksam machen, die im mit-
gelieferten Informationsmaterial näher beschrieben werden.
Wichtige Sicherheitsvorkehrungen
1. Lesen Sie alle Anleitungen, bevor Sie das Gerät in Betrieb nehmen.
2. Bewahren Sie diese Anleitungen für den späteren Gebrauch gut auf.
3. Bitte treffen Sie alle beschriebenen Sicherheitsvorkehrungen.
4. Befolgen Sie die Anleitungen des Herstellers.
5. Benutzen Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser oder Feuchtigkeit.
6. Verwenden Sie zur Reinigung des Geräts nur ein feuchtes Tuch.
7. Blockieren Sie keine Belüftungsöffnungen. Nehmen Sie den Einbau des Geräts nur
entsprechend den Anweisungen des Herstellers vor.
8. Bauen Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wärmequellen wie Heizkörpern,
Wärmeklappen, Öfen oder anderen Geräten (inklusive Verstärkern) ein, die Hitze
erzeugen.
9. Setzen Sie die Sicherheitsfunktion des polarisierten oder geerdeten Steckers nicht
außer Kraft. Ein polarisierter Stecker hat zwei flache, unterschiedlich breite Pole. Ein
geerdeter Stecker hat zwei flache Pole und einen dritten Erdungsstift. Der breitere
Pol oder der dritte Stift dient Ihrer Sicherheit. Wenn der vorhandene Stecker nicht in
Ihre Steckdose passt, lassen Sie die veraltete Steckdose von einem Elektriker erset-
zen.
10. Schützen Sie das Netzkabel dahingehend, dass niemand darüber laufen und
es nicht geknickt werden kann. Achten Sie hierbei besonders auf Netzstecker,
Mehrfachsteckdosen und den Kabelanschluss am Gerät.
11. Ziehen Sie den Netzstecker des Geräts bei Gewittern oder längeren Betriebspausen
aus der Steckdose.
12. Überlassen Sie die Wartung qualifiziertem Fachpersonal. Eine Wartung ist not-
wendig, wenn das Gerät auf irgendeine Weise, beispielsweise am Kabel oder
Netzstecker beschädigt wurde, oder wenn Flüssigkeiten oder Objekte in das Gerät
gelangt sind, es Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt war, nicht mehr wie gewohnt
betrieben werden kann oder fallen gelassen wurde.
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. Dirija cualquier reparación al servicio técnico oficial. El
símbolo del relámpago dentro del triángulo equilátero pretende advertir al usuario de
la presencia de “voltajes peligrosos” no aislados dentro de la carcasa del producto, que
pueden ser de la magnitud suficiente como para constituir un riesgo de descarga eléc-
trica a las personas. El símbolo de exclamación dentro del triángulo equilátero quiere
advertirle de la existencia de importantes instrucciones de manejo y mantenimiento
(reparaciones) en los documentos que se adjuntan con este aparato.
Instrucciones importantes de seguridad
1. Lea todo este manual de instrucciones antes de comenzar a usar la unidad.
2. Conserve estas instrucciones para cualquier consulta en el futuro.
3. Cumpla con todo lo indicado en las precauciones de seguridad.
4. Observe y siga todas las instrucciones del fabricante.
5. Nunca utilice este aparato cerca del agua o en lugares húmedos.
6. Limpie este aparato solo con un trapo suave y ligeramente humedecido.
7. No bloquee ninguna de las aberturas de ventilación. Instale este aparato de acu-
erdo a las instrucciones del fabricante.
8. No instale este aparato cerca de fuentes de calor como radiadores, calentadores,
hornos u otros aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que produzcan calor.
9. No anule el sistema de seguridad del enchufe de tipo polarizado o con toma de
tierra. Un enchufe polarizado tiene dos bornes, uno más ancho que el otro. Uno
con toma de tierra tiene dos bornes normales y un tercero para la conexión a
tierra. El borne ancho o el tercero se incluyen como medida de seguridad. Cuando
el enchufe no encaje en su salida de corriente, llame a un electricista para que le
cambie su salida anticuada.
10. Evite que el cable de corriente quede en una posición en la que pueda ser pisado
o aplastado, especialmente en los enchufes, receptáculos y en el punto en el que
salen de la unidad.
11. Desconecte de la corriente este aparato durante las tormentas eléctricas o cuando
no lo vaya a usar durante un periodo de tiempo largo.
12. Dirija cualquier posible reparación solo al servicio técnico oficial. Deberá hacer que
su aparato sea reparado cuando esté dañado de alguna forma, como si el cable de
corriente o el enchufe están dañados, o si se han derramado líquidos o se ha intro-
ducido algún objeto dentro de la unidad, si esta ha quedado expuesta a la lluvia o
la humedad, si no funciona normalmente o si ha caído al suelo.
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 contient 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. Cette tension constitue un risque d’électrocution. Le signe avec un
point d’exclamation dans un triangle prévient l’utilisateur d’instructions importantes rela-
tives à l’utilisation et à la maintenance du produit.
Consignes de sécurité importantes
1. Veuillez lire toutes les instructions avant d’utiliser l’appareil.
2. Conserver ces instructions pour toute lecture ultérieure.
3. Lisez avec attention toutes les consignes de sécurité.
4. Suivez les instructions du fabricant.
5. Ne pas utiliser cet appareil près d’une source liquide ou dans un lieu humide.
6. Nettoyez l’appareil uniquement avec un tissu humide.
7. Veillez à ne pas obstruer les fentes prévues pour la ventilation de l’appareil. Installez
l’appareil selon les instructions du fabricant.
8. Ne pas installer près d’une source de chaleur (radiateurs, etc.) ou de tout équipement
susceptible de générer de la chaleur (amplificateurs de puissance par exemple).
9. Ne pas retirer la terre du cordon secteur ou de la prise murale. Les fiches canadiennes
avec polarisation (avec une lame plus large) ne doivent pas être modifiées. Si votre
prise murale ne correspond pas au modèle fourni, consultez votre électricien.
10. Protégez le cordon secteur contre tous les dommages possibles (pincement, tension,
torsion,, etc.). Veillez à ce que le cordon secteur soit libre, en particulier à sa sortie du
boîtier.
11. Déconnectez l’appareil du secteur en présence d’orage ou lors de périodes
d’inutilisation prolongées.
12. Consultez un service de réparation qualifié pour tout dysfonctionnement (dommage
sur le cordon secteur, baisse de performances, exposition à la pluie, projection liq-
uide dans l’appareil, introduction d’un objet dans le boîtier, etc.).
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain
or moisture. To reduce the hazard of electrical shock, do not remove cover or back.
No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel.The
lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the products
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the product.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Please read all instructions before operating the unit.
2. Keep these instructions for future reference.
3. Please heed all safety warnings.
4. Follow manufacturers instructions.
5. Do not use this unit near water or moisture.
6. Clean only with a damp cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manu-
facturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polar-
ized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has
two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong is provided
for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electri-
cian for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on and pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles and at the point at which they exit from the unit.
11. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has
been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug damage, or if liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit, the unit has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Copyright 2001-2006, Samson Technologies Corp.
Printed October, 2005 v4.1
Samson Technologies Corp.
Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766)
Fax: [phone]
www.samsontech.com
Table of Contents
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Introduction ........................................................................................................2
System Features .................................................................................................3
Expedition Pro XP100 ......................................................................................5
Expedition Pro XP200 ......................................................................................7
Expedition Pro XP300 ......................................................................................9
Positioning and Mounting Instructions ....................................................13
Expedition Pro Accessories ............................................................................15
Specifications ......................................................................................................57
FRANÇAIS
Introduction ........................................................................................................16
Caractéristiques techniques ..........................................................................17
Expedition Pro XP100 ......................................................................................19
Expedition Pro XP200 ......................................................................................21
Expedition Pro XP300 ......................................................................................23
Consignes de positionnement et de montage .......................................27
Specifications ......................................................................................................57
DEUTSCHE
Einleitung .............................................................................................................29
Produktmerkmale des Expedition Pro-Systems .....................................30
Expedition Pro XP100 ......................................................................................32
Expedition Pro XP200 ......................................................................................34
Expedition pro XP300 ......................................................................................36
Anweisungen zur Positionierung und Montage ....................................40
Zubehör für die Expedition Pro-Lautsprechersysteme .......................42
Specifications ......................................................................................................57
ESPAÑOL
Introducción ........................................................................................................43
Características del sistema .............................................................................44
Expedition Pro XP100 ......................................................................................46
Expedition Pro XP200 ......................................................................................48
Expedition XP300 ..............................................................................................50
Colocación e instrucciones de montaje ....................................................54
Colocación e instrucciones de montaje ....................................................55
Accesorios Expedition .....................................................................................56
Specifications ......................................................................................................57

Introduction
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Welcome to Samson Expedition Pro—the portable audio system for the new millenium! This
exceptionally versatile system offers the perfect solution wherever you need portable, high-
quality audio: as a main PA system or as onstage monitors in clubs and performance
halls; in houses of worship; as a sound system for business presentations, mobile DJs at parties,
or aerobics instruction; and for use in outdoor environments such as parks, beaches and flea
markets. What’s more, every Expedition pro system comes with a built-in telescoping handle
and locking wheels, making it easy to take professional audio with you wherever you go!
There are three different Samson Expedition Pro systems detailed in this manual. All uti-
lize the same lightweight yet rugged two-way speaker enclosure that pairs a custom designed
12" woofer with a matched 1" compression driver. The Expedition XP100 is a passive 8-ohm
enclosure that can be used with any external power amplifier rated at up to 250 watts. The
Expedition XP200 is a powered version that includes a bi-amped power cell along with an
active crossover, speaker protection circuitry and built-in limiting. And the Expedition XP300
is designed as a total all-in-one portable PA system, adding a four-channel stereo mixer—com-
plete with digital effects—to the equation. In addition, a number of expansion options are
available, including a 500-watt active subwoofer (our EX500); a rechargable Lead-Acid GelCel
battery pack; and a rear-panel mountable cassette recorder with pitch control. There's even
a prewired custom compartment that accommodates any of three different Samson wireless
receivers!
In this manual, you’ll find a more detailed description of the features of all three Expedition
Pro systems, as well as a guided tour through all components, step-by-step instructions for
setting up your system and full specifications. If your Expedition Pro was purchased in the
United States, you’ll also find a warranty card enclosed—don’t forget to fill it out and mail it!
This will enable you to receive online technical support and will allow us to send you updated
information about this and other Samson products in the future. If your Expedition Pro system
was purchased outside of the U. S., contact your local distributor for warranty details. Also, be
sure to check out our website
(http://www.samsontech.com) for complete information about our full product line.
SPECIAL NOTE for U.S. purchasers: Should your Expedition Pro system ever require ser-
vicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) is necessary. Without this number, the unit will
not be accepted. If your Expedition Pro system was purchased in the United States, please
call Samson at 1-800-372-6766 for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your
system. If possible, return the unit in its original carton and packing materials. If your
Expedition Pro system was purchased outside of the U. S., contact your local distributor for
information.
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System Features
The Samson Expedition Pro system uses state-of-the art
technology to bring a revolutionary new degree of flex-
ibility and portability to professional audio. Its main fea-
tures include:
• A built-in telescoping handle and locking wheels that
make it easier than ever before to transport your audio
system.
• All Expedition Pro enclosures are lightweight and com-
pact yet exceptionally durable and roadworthy.
Injection-molded with Polypropylene, they feature sub-
stantial internal bracing to support a nearly 1/2" thick side
wall construction, making them strong and rigid enough
to allow maximum energy to be delivered to the sound
output. In addition, a steel grill and scuff-resistant
textured finish makes for a rugged speaker enclosure
that will deliver dependable performance in even
the most demanding environments.
• The low frequency section includes a custom designed
Kevlar-impregnated 12" low frequency driver with a
2.5" Kapton Former voice coil and 50 ounce barium fer-
rite magnet for accurate and super-tight bass response.
• A high frequency section that delivers clear, sweet top
end thanks to its 1" compression driver with a specially
designed phenolic diaphragm, along with a phasing plug
for linear response and an elliptical wave guide horn
design that reduces nearly all sonic diffraction.
• A tilt position that allows the Expedition Pro to be used
as an onstage wedge monitor.
• Integral 1 3/8" pole-mount receptacle and convenient
fly points allow the Expedition Pro to be pole-mounted or
“flown” using standard PA hardware.
• The XP100 is a passive cabinet that can be used with any power amplifier rated at
up to 250 watts into 8 ohms. It requires no power and provides dual Speakon™
and 1/4" connectors that allow multiple XP100s to be daisy-chained where
extended coverage is required.
• The XP200 contains dual power amplifiers and an active crossover. Operating in
a biamped configuration, one power amp drives the low frequency section
with 150 watts of power and the other drives the high frequency section with
50 watts of power. The active crossover uses an advanced Linkwist-Riley constant
phase filter that provides a steep rolloff of 24 dB per octave to reduce sonic dis-
tortion at the crossover frequencies. Dual balanced XLR connectors allow daisy-
chaining of multiple Expedition Pro enclosures, and a switchable limiter circuit
assures a clean output even when you’re pushing the XP200 to maximum levels.
In addition, there are three stages of speaker protection, including relay switching
for power on and off.
• The XP300 includes all the features of the XP200, and adds a flexible four-channel
stereo mixer that provides two monophonic and one stereo mic/line channels
with dual XLR and 1/4" connectors. In addition, separate dual phono connec-
tors allow you to hook up an external cassette or CD player. Each mixer chan-
nel includes two-band equalization and independent volume control,
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and there’s even built-in digital effects for
the addition of six different reverb presets.
Balanced left and right XLR outputs allow
daisy-chaining of multiple Expedition
speakers (with a mono/stereo switch that
allows operation in either mode), and a VU
meter enables you to continuously moni-
tor output levels. The XP200 and XP300
also include a meter that shows battery
level when used with the optional RB 2030
rechargable battery cartridge (see below).
• The top panel of both the XP200 and XP300
provides a prewired compartment that
accommodates a variety of Samson wireless
systems that offer superior RF and audio
performance already proven on stages
around the world. Receivers supported
include the UM1 or M32 UHF models or the
VM1 VHF model.
• A wide range of optional accessories,
including: the MP 1030 mounting bracket,
which allows any Expedition Pro enclosure
to be “flown” from the ceiling; the RB 2030
rechargable battery cartridge, which pro-
vides up to two hours of power to either
the XP200 or XP300 from its dual Lead-Acid
GelCel batteries; and the TD30 cassette
recorder, which fits neatly into a special
compartment above the XP300’s mixer to
provide background music and/or to record
meetings or performances. The TD30 even
includes a pitch control so you can alter
the tempo of the music for applications like
aerobic instruction.
• The EX500 is an active subwoofer that pairs a
massive 500-watt amplifier with a heavy-
duty 15" low frequency driver. It is an ideal
complement to any Expedition Pro enclosure or any loudspeaker system, when the appli-
cation requires deep, powerful low end response. Its built-in stereo electronic crossover
allows the EX500 to operate either in mono or as a common subwoofer in a stereo sys-
tem. It features an all-steel grill and rigid corners, as well as an integral pole mount.
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Expedition Pro XP100
Guided Tour
1: 1/4" input - Use this standard 1/4" connector to connect signal from a power
amplifier (rated at up to 250 watts into 8 ohms) to the XP100.
2: Speakon™ input - Alternatively, you can use this Speakon™ connector to connect
signal from a power amplifier (rated at up to 250 watts into 8 ohms) to the XP100.
3: 1/4" extension - Use this standard 1/4" connector to daisy-chain one XP100 to
another. See below for interconnection diagrams.
4: Speakon™ extension - Alternatively, you can use this Speakon™ connector to
daisy-chain one XP100 to another. See below for interconnection diagrams.
Speakon™ Wiring
Interconnecting the XP100
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routed from a mixer to a power amplifier. One speaker
output of the power amplifier is connected to either the
XP100 1/4" input connector (solid line) or Speakon™ input
connector (dotted line).
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Using two XP100s in mono: A single mono signal (bus or aux send) is routed from a mixer to a power amplifier. One speaker
output of the power amplifier is connected to either the XP100 1/4" input (solid line) or Speakon™ input (dotted line), and a con-
nection is made between either the 1/4" extension to a second XP100’s input (solid line) or between the Speakon™ extension to a
second XP100’s Speakon™ input (dotted line).
Using two XP100s in stereo: A stereo signal (bus or aux send) is routed from a mixer to a power amplifier. The left speaker out-
put of the power amplifier is connected to one XP100 (using either the 1/4" input [solid line] or Speakon™ input [dotted line]), and
the right speaker output of the power amplifier is connected to the other XP100 (again using either the 1/4" input [solid line] or
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Expedition Pro XP200
Guided Tour
1: Input connector - Use this balanced female XLR connector to route line-
level signal into the XP200.
2: Output VU meter - This three-segment bar meter shows the XP200 output
level. For optimum signal-to-noise ratio, set the Volume control (see #6 below)
so that program material is usually at or around 0 VU, with occasional but not
steady excursions to the red “+3 dB” segment.
3: Power switch - Use this to turn power to the XP200 on or off.
4: Voltage selector - Make sure this is set correctly for the country you are in
before turning on the power to the XP200.
5: Battery VU meter - If an optional RB 2030 rechargable battery pack is
installed, this meter shows how much battery power remains as it is being
charged (Power switch off) or depleted (Power switch on).
6: Volume control - This knob sets the level of the XP200’s built-in power
amplifiers.
7: Output connector- This balanced male XLR connector carries line-level out-
put signal from the XP200. It is used to send signal to a second XP200 being
daisy-chained (see interconnection diagram on the following page) or to an
optional EX500 subwoofer.
8: Limiter switch - Use this switch to turn the built-in limiter circuitry on or off.
In order to maximize speaker protection, we recommend that this switch be left
in the “on” position during normal operation.
9: AC input - Connect the supplied heavy-gauge 3-pin “IEC” power cable here.
Interconnecting the XP200
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Using two XP200s in mono: A single mono signal (bus or aux send) is routed from a mixer to one XP200’s XLR input, and a con-
nection is made between that XP200’s XLR output to a second XP100’s XLR input.
Using two XP200s in stereo: A stereo signal (bus or aux send) is routed from a mixer, with the left side connected to one XP200’s
XLR input, and the right side connected to the other XP200’s XLR input.
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Expedition Pro XP300
Guided Tour
1: Equalizer - These controls allow you to shape your sound by boosting or cutting
the amount of bass (at 100 Hz) or treble (at 10 kHz) by up to 15 dB. A center detent
in each knob indicates no boost or cut (that is, flat response). As each knob is turned
clockwise from the 12 o’clock position, the bass or treble is boosted; as it is turned
counterclockwise from the 12 o’clock position, the bass or treble is reduced.
2: Reverb send - These knobs determine how much signal is being sent from the
channel to the onboard DSP effects processor. As you move the knob clockwise from
0 to 10, more signal is sent. To hear the effect, one of the six presets must be selected
using the DSP Effects control (see #10 on the next page). Be careful not to send too
much signal to the DSP, or a distorted sound will result.
3: Pan/Balance control - In channels 1 and 2, this knob acts as a Pan control, allow-
ing you to place the signal anywhere in the left-right stereo spectrum, while keeping
the overall signal level constant. When the knob is placed at its center (detented)
position, the signal is sent equally to both the left and right outputs. To route a signal
hard left or right, place the pan knob either fully counterclockwise or fully clockwise.
In channel 3/4 (the stereo channel), this knob acts as a Balance control, allowing you
to alter the relative levels of the two input signals. When the knob is placed at its cen-
ter detented position, both signals are at equal strength. When moved left of center,
you’ll hear more of the left input signal; when moved right of center, you’ll hear more
right input signal.
4: Channel volume control - This knob determines the level of the channel In
stereo channel 3/4, this knob simultaneously controls the level of both inputs (the
relative levels of the two can be adjusted with the Balance knob, as described in #3
above). In practice, you’ll use the channel volume controls to continuously adjust the
levels of the various signals being blended together by the XP300 mixer.
5: Insert (sub) connector - This 1/4" connector brings line-level signal in directly
before the XP300 power amplifiers. It is normally used to return signal from an
optional EX500 subwoofer.
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6: Line inputs - Use these 1/4" jacks to connect line-level sources to the XP300. Channels 1 and 2 are
mono 1/4" connectors; channel 3/4 uses a stereo (TRS) 1/4" connector, with tip carrying left signal and
ring carrying right signal. Stereo devices should always be connected to the stereo channel (channels
3/4). If a wireless receiver is connected to the XP300 via its internal connectors (see page 14 in
this manual), its output arrives at channel 2, which can also carry another line-level source connected
to its line input, as well as signal from a microphone connected to its mic input. If an optional TD30
cassette player is installed, its output arrives at channels 3/4, which can also carry another two line-level
sources (one connected to its line input and a second connected to the CD inputs [see #15 on the fol-
lowing page]), as well as signal from a microphone connected to its mic input.
7: Mic inputs - Use these XLR jacks to connect microphones to the XP300’s built-in mic preamps.
Each channel can carry both one or more line level sources (see #6 above) as well as a mic source.
8: DSP Effects control - Use this to select one of six reverb presets (Small Hall, Medium Hall, Large Hall,
Church, Stadium, or Plate). If you don’t want to hear any reverb, set this switch to the “Off” position.
9: Mono/Stereo switch - When using one XP300, set this switch to “Mono” so that the XP300 power
amp receives signal from both the left and right output sections. When using multiple Expedition Pro
speaker enclosures, set this switch to “Stereo”; the XP300 will then reproduce only signal from the left
output section only (that is, signals panned left at the mixer); the Right output can then be used to send
signal from the right output section (that is, signal panned right at the mixer) to a second enclosure.
See the interconnection diagrams on pages 10 - 11 for more information.
10: Outputs - The dual XLR connectors carry line-level output signal from the XP300. They are used to
send signal to a second XP300 (or XP200) being daisy-chained (see the interconnection diagram on the
following page) or to an optional EX500 subwoofer. Note that the signal being output from these con-
nectors is dependent upon the setting of the Mono/Stereo switch (see #9 above). When set to “Stereo,”
the Left XLR connector carries left signal only and the Right XLR connector carries right signal only;
when set to “Mono,” both the Left and Right connectors carry the same monophonic signal, summed
from both the left and right output sections. See the interconnection diagrams on pages 10 - 11 for
more information.
11: Main Volume control - This knob determines the final output signal level—you can think of this as
being the “master fader.” Signals from all four channels are routed here just before being routed to the
XP300’s built-in power amplifiers and Left and Right output jacks (see #10 above).
12: Battery VU meter - If an optional RB 2030 rechargable battery pack is installed, this meter shows
how much battery power remains as it is being charged (Power switch off) or depleted (Power switch
on). See #20 on the following page.
13: Output VU meter - This three-segment bar meter shows the continuous output level of the XP300.
For optimum signal-to-noise ratio, try to adjust all channel and main Volume controls so that program
material is usually at or around 0 VU, with occasional but not steady excursions to the red “+3 dB” seg-
ment.
14: Limiter LED - Lights whenever the built-in limiter is active. If you see this lighting frequently, it
means you’re overloading the XP300, so turn down one or more of the Channel volume controls (see #4
on the preceding page) or the main Volume control (see #11 above).
15: CD inputs - Connect the outputs of a CD or tape player to this set of dual phono jacks. Signal
arriving here returns to stereo channel 3/4. If an optional TD30 cassette player is installed, note that its
output also arrives at channels 3/4, in addition to line-level signal arriving at its 1/4" TRS line input (see
#6 on the preceding page) and signal from a microphone connected to its mic input (see #7 on the pre-
ceding page).
16: AC input - Connect the supplied heavy-gauge 3-pin “IEC” power cable here.
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17: Limiter switch - Use this switch to turn the built-in limiter circuitry on or off. In order
to maximize speaker protection, we recommend that this switch be left in the “on” position
during normal operation.
18: Voltage selector - Make sure this is set correctly for the country you are in before turning
on the power to the XP300.
19: Gain switch - Sets the line-level TRS input of channel 3/4 (see #6 on the preceding
page) to either +4 (professional) or -10 (consumer) level.
20: Power switch - Use this to turn power to the XP300 on or off. If an optional RB 2030
rechargable battery pack is installed, it will charge when this switch is in the “Off” position.
Interconnecting the XP300
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Using one XP300: In this example, microphones are connected to the XLR mic inputs of chan-
nels 1 and 2, and a stereo keyboard is connected to the stereo 1/4" TRS connector of channel
3/4 (using a Y-cord, with the tip carrying the left signal and the ring carrying the right signal).
IMPORTANT NOTE: When using just one XP300, always be sure to set its Mono/Stereo
switch to “Mono.”
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Using one XP300 and an XP200 (stereo operation): In this example, microphones are connected to the XLR mic inputs of chan-
nels 1 and 2 of an XP300, and a stereo keyboard is connected to the stereo 1/4" TRS connector of channel 3/4 of the XP300 (using
a Y-cord, with the tip carrying the left signal and the ring carrying the right signal). A connection is then made between the Right
output of the XP300 to the XLR input of an XP200. IMPORTANT NOTE: When using the XP300 with additional Expedition Pro
enclosures, always be sure to set the XP300 Mono/Stereo switch to “Stereo.”
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Using one XP300 and three XP200s (extended range stereo operation): In this example, microphones are connected to the
XLR mic inputs of channels 1 and 2 of an XP300, and a stereo keyboard is connected to the stereo 1/4" TRS connector of
channel 3/4 of the XP300 (using a Y-cord, with the tip carrying the left signal and the ring carrying the right signal). A connection
is then made between the Left output of the XP300 to the XLR input of an XP200 (both will then carry the same left channel sig-
nal). Finally, a connection is made between the Right output of the XP300 and an XP200, and between that XP200’s XLR output
and the XLR input of a third XP200 (both will then carry the same right channel signal). IMPORTANT NOTE: When using the
XP300 with additional Expedition Pro enclosures, always be sure to set the XP300 Mono/Stereo switch to “Stereo.”
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Positioning and Mounting Instructions
General Positioning Tips
• Operating a microphone or turntable in front of a speaker is a sure formula for
feedback and/or rumble problems, so always place the Expedition Pro in front
of any mics or turntables that are being used.
• Use the Expedition Pro upright for all “front-of-house” PA applications; use
it in its tilt-back position only for onstage monitoring.
• Always raise the speakers as high above the audience as is practicable for maxi-
mum coverage.
• Use sufficient enclosures for the space you’re in. The larger the space, the more
speakers will be required.
Pole-Mounting
The underside of the Expedition Pro contains a 1-3/8" stand mount socket that
allows it to be raised up on any standard speaker pole mounting (such as the
Ultimate Support Systems TS-30 or TS-33 speaker stands). Pole-mounting is gen-
erally advisable when you want to maximize the distance that the Expedition Pro
covers (sometimes called speaker “throw”).
If you are using an EX500 subwoofer, you can use its integral pole mount to place
an XP100, XP200 or XP300 immediately above it, creating a complete column of
sound.
Fly Mounting, Wall Mounting, and Ceiling Mounting
As shown in the illustration below, the top panel of the Expedition Pro contains a
number of fly points, located in compartments to the left and right of the wire-
less receiver compartment. The covers placed over these compartments are sim-
ply attached with double-sided sticky tape, so just pull up to remove.
Expedition Pro fly-mount points
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Before fly-mounting, wall-mounting or ceiling-mounting the Expedition Pro, you must
first install a Samson MP 1030 mounting bracket to the fly points, as shown in the illus-
trations on the right
Standard cabling and hardware can then be attached to the MP 1030 mounting bracket in
environments where the Expedition Pro needs to be “flown.”
In fixed installations where you wish to mount the Expedition Pro to a ceiling, use the
OmniMount model 100-STMP mount, as shown in the illustration below:
In fixed installations where you wish to mount the Expedition Pro from a wall, use the
OmniMount model 100-WB mount, as shown in the illustration below:
Top of Expedition Pro with MP 1030 mount-
ing bracket installed.
Installing the MP 1030 mounting
bracket (top view)
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As shown in the illustration on the left, the top panel of the Expedition Pro XP200 and
XP300 provides a prewired compartment that accommodates any of three differ-
ent Samson wireless receivers: the UM1 or M32 UHF models or the VM1 VHF model.
Output signal from a wireless receiver mounted in an XP300 arrives at channel 2 of the
onboard mixer.
In addition, a number of accessories are available from your local Samson dealer that
allow you to expand the capabilities of your Expedition Pro system. These include:
• The EX500 active subwoofer—the ideal complement to any Expedition Pro enclo-
sure (or to any loudspeaker system, for that matter)—pairs a powerful 500-watt
amplifier with a heavy-duty 15" low frequency driver in order to provide deep low
end response. A built-in stereo electronic crossover allows the EX500 to operate
either in mono or as a common subwoofer in a stereo system. It features an all-
steel grill and rigid corners, as well as an integral 1 3/8" pole-mount receptacle
• The RB 2030 rechargable battery cartridge, which provides up to two hours of
power to either the XP200 or XP300 from its dual Lead-Acid GelCel batteries.
• The MP 1030 mounting bracket, which allows any Expedition Pro enclosure to be
“flown” or mounted on the wall or ceiling using standard OmniMount hard-
ware. For more information, see the “Positioning and Mounting the Expedition
Pro” section on page 12.
Expedition Pro Accessories
XP200/XP300 wireless compartment
(top view)
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Introduction
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Bienvenue pour un tour d'horizon des Samson Expedition Pro — les enceintes audio portables
du nouveau millénaire ! D'une polyvalence, d'une mobilité et d'une qualité audio exception-
nelles, ces enceintes sont la solution à vos attentes, qu'il s'agisse d'installer un système de
sonorisation principal ou des retours de scène dans un club, un lieu de culte, une salle de
spectacle ou bien de disposer d'un système sonore pour des présentations commerciales, pour
des DJ itinérants, pour des professeurs de sport ou encore pour une utilisation en extérieur
(parcs, plages, marchés). Qui plus est, les enceintes Expedition Pro sont toutes équipées d'une
poignée télescopique et de roulettes qui leur permettront de vous suivre partout !
Ce manuel porte sur trois enceintes Samson Expedition Pro différentes. Toutes reprennent le
même caisson 2 voies externe léger mais très robuste qui accueille un haut-parleur grave de
30 cm et un haut-parleur aigu à compression adapté de 2,5 cm. L'Expedition Pro XP100 est
une enceinte 8 Ohms passive pouvant être relié à n'importe quel amplificateur externe d'au
plus 250 Watts. L'Expedition Pro XP200 est une version amplifiée intégrant une bi-amplifica-
tion ainsi qu'un filtre actif, des circuits de protection des haut-parleurs et un limiteur interne.
L'Expedition Pro XP300 est une enceinte de sonorisation portable tout-en-un grâce à la
présence d'un mélangeur 4 voies et d'effets numériques. Par ailleurs, différentes options sont
disponibles, dont un Subwoofer actif 500 Watts (modèle EX500), un accumulateur Lead-Acid
rechargeable, ainsi qu'une platine cassette avec variateur de hauteur à loger en face arrière. Il
existe même un compartiment précâblé pour accueillir un système sans fil Samson !
Ce manuel vous donne une description détaillée des caractéristiques des trois enceintes de
la gamme Expedition Pro, ainsi qu'un tour d'horizon de leurs éléments et leurs procédures
de réglage et d'utilisation détaillées. Si vous avez acquis votre Expedition Pro aux Etats-Unis,
n'oubliez pas de remplir la carte de garantie fournie et de nous la renvoyer. Vous pourrez ainsi
bénéficier de notre service d'assistance technique en ligne et recevoir des renseignements
sur les toutes dernières nouveautés Samson. Si vous avez acquis votre Expedition Pro hors des
Etats-Unis, vous pouvez prendre connaissance des détails de la garantie auprès de votre dis-
tributeur. N'oubliez pas de non plus de visiter notre site Internet (http://www.samsontech.com)
qui regroupe toutes les informations sur toute notre gamme de produits.
NOTE SPÉCIALE : S’il arrive que votre Expedition Pro ait besoin de maintenance, vous devez
disposer d’un numéro d’autorisation (Return Authorization) pour nous le renvoyer. Sans
ce numéro, l’appareil ne sera pas accepté. S’il a été acheté au Etats-Unis, veuillez appeler le
numéro suivant 1-800-372-6766 pour obtenir un numéro d’autorisation avant de renvoyer
votre appareil. Si l’appareil n’a pas été acheté aux Etats-Unis, veuillez contacter votre reven-
deur Samson pour obtenir de plus amples informations. Veuillez également conserver le maté-
riel d’emballage original, afin d’y placer l’appareil pour tout transport.
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Caractéristiques techniques
Les enceintes Samson Expedition Pro bénéficient des
dernières avancées technologiques, ce qui leur permet
d'offrir des performances exceptionnelles en matière de
modularité et de mobilité. Voici quelques-unes de leurs
caractéristiques :
• La poignée télescopique et les roulettes intégrées faci-
litent grandement le transport et le déplacement de
l'enceinte.
• D'une grande légèreté et compacité, les enceintes
Expedition Pro n'en sont pas moins robustes et parées
pour la route. En polypropylène injecté, elles bénéficient
d'un très grand support interne avec des parois d'environ
1,25 cm d'épaisseur, ce qui leur confère une solidité et
une rigidité suffisante pour mener le maximum d'énergie
à la sortie audio. Grâce à la grille métallique et au revête-
ment anti-éraflures, les enceintes sont encore plus résis-
tantes et performantes, même dans les environnements
les plus exigeants.
• Le registre grave est reproduit par un haut-parleur grave
spécial de 30 cm en Kevlar équipé d'une bobine de
6,35 cm à gabarit en Kapton et d'une ferrite de baryum
de 1,4 kg conférant une très grande précision de repro-
duction.
• Le registre aigu est à la fois très clair et très doux grâce
à un Tweeter à compression de 2,5 cm, à un diaphragme
phénolique spécial, à une cohérence de phase favori-
sant la linéarité de la réponse, et à un dessin en charge
pavillonnaire avec guide d'onde elliptique permettant
d'éliminer quasiment toute diffraction sonore.
• Possibilité d'utiliser les Expedition Pro comme bains de
pied de scène grâce au pivot intégré.
• Le réceptacle pour pied 1 3/8" et les points d'ancrage permettent de monter les
Expedition Pros sur un pied ou une perche et de les fixer/suspendre au moyen
d'accessoires standard.
• L'XP100 est une enceinte passive pouvant être reliée à n'importe quel amplifica-
teur d'au plus 250 Watts dans 8 Ohms. Ne nécessitant aucune alimentation, elle
est équipée de connecteurs Speakon et de Jacks 6,35 mm permettant de relier, si
besoin est, plusieurs XP100 en cascade.
• L'XP200 est équipée de deux amplificateurs de puissance et d'un filtre actif.
Fonctionnant en mode bi-amplifié, l'un des amplificateurs de puissance ali-
mente la section grave avec une puissance de 150 Watts tandis que l'autre se
charge de la section aiguë avec une puissance de 50 Watts. Le filtre actif fait
appel à un filtre à phase contante Linkwist-Riley sophistiqué offrant une pente de
24 dB par octave afin de réduire la distorsion sonore au niveau des fréquences de
coupure. Les deux connecteurs XLR symétriques permettent de relier plusieurs
enceintes Expedition Pro en cascade, et un limiteur commutable garantit l'absence
de distorsion en sortie même lorsque l'XP200 est poussée dans ses retranche-
ments. Enfin, l'XP200 bénéficie de trois étages de protection des haut-parleurs
avec commutations de relais lors des mises sous et hors tension.
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Caractéristiques techniques
• L'XP300 reprend toutes les caractéristiques
de l'XP200 en lui ajoutant un mélangeur sté-
réo 4 voies très souple d'emploi proposant
deux voies micro/ligne mono et une voie
micro/ligne stéréo sur connecteurs XLR et
Jacks 6,35 mm. En outre, deux connecteurs
RCA séparés permettant la connexion d'une
platine cassette ou CD externe. Chacune des
voies du mélangeur est dotée d'un égaliseur
deux bandes et d'un réglage de volume
indépendant. Vous trouvez même des effets
numériques proposant six variantes de
réverbérations. Les sorties XLR gauche et
droite symétriques permettent de relier plu-
sieurs enceintes Expedition Pro en cascade
(avec sélecteur mono/stéréo) alors qu'un VU-
mètre permet de connaître en permanence
les niveaux de sortie. Les XP200 et XP300
intègrent par ailleurs d'un témoin d'usure
de l'accumulateur (en cas de présence de
l'accumulateur rechargeable RB 2030 dis-
ponible en option – voir ci-dessous).
• Les XP200 et XP300 disposent sur leur des-
sus d'un compartiment précâblé pouvant
recevoir divers systèmes sans fil Samson dont
les performances audio ont maintes fois été
prouvés sur les scènes du monde entier. Vous
avez le choix entre les récepteurs UHF UM1
ou M32 ou le modèle VHF VM1.
• De très nombreux accessoires sont proposés
en option. En voici quelques-uns : MP 1030,
support permettant de suspendre l'enceinte
Expedition Pro au plafond ; RB 2030, accu-
mulateur rechargeable à double batterie
Lead-Acid GelCel qui offrent deux heures
d'autonomie aux XP200 et XP300 ; TD30,
platine cassette pouvant être insérée dans un
compartiment spécial au-dessus du mélan-
geur de l'XP300 et qui permet de diffuser une musique de fond ou de s'enregistrer. La TD30
est par ailleurs pourvue d'un variateur de hauteur permettant de faire varier le tempo de la
musique (fonction particulièrement pratique pour les professeurs de sport).
• L'EX500 est un Subwoofer actif équipé d'un amplificateur de 500 Watts ainsi que d'un
haut-parleur grave ultra-performant de 38 cm. Il forme le compagnon idéal des enceintes
Expedition Pro ou de tout système audio pour toutes les applications nécessitant un regis-
tre grave profond et puissant. Grâce à son filtre électronique stéréo, l'EX500 peut opérer en
mono ou comme Subwoofer général d'un système stéréo. Il est équipé de coins rigides et
d'une grille entièrement en métal, ainsi que d'un réceptacle pour pied.
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