Sound Sation BLUEPORT FX User manual

BLUEPORT FX
2x100W Portable PA System
Please read this manual carefully and properly take care of it
USER MANUAL
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MANUALE UTENTE

Dear customer,
First of all thanks far purchasing a SOUNDSATION® product. Our mission is to satisfy
all possible needs of musical instrument and professional audio users offering a wide
range of products using the latest technologies.
We hope you will be satised with this item and, if you want to collaborate, we are
looking for a feedback from you about the operation of the product and possible
improvements to introduce in the next future. Go to our website www.soundsation-
music.com and send an e-mail with your opinion, this will help us to build instruments
ever closer to customer’s real requirements.
One last thing: read this manual before using the instrument, an incorrect operation
can cause damages to you and to the unit. Take care!
The SOUNDSATION Team
Gentile Cliente,
Grazie per aver scelto un prodotto SOUNDSATION®. La nostra missione è quella di
offrire ai nostri utenti una vasta gamma di strumenti musicali ed apparecchiature audio
e lighting con tecnologie di ultima generazione.
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lieti di ricevere un vostro feedback sulla qualità del prodotto al ne di migliorare co-
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inviateci una mail con la vostra opinione, questo ci aiuterà a sviluppare nuovi prodotti
quanto più vicini alle vostre esigenze.
Un’ultima cosa, leggete il presente manuale al ne di evitare danni alla persona ed al
prodotto, derivanti da un utilizzo non corretto.
Il Team SOUNDSATION

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. UNPACKING ...............................................................................................................6
1.1. Getting Started .......................................................................................................................................................6
2. OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................6
2.1. Main Features..........................................................................................................................................................7
3. MAINS CONNECTION ...............................................................................................7
4. AUDIO CONNECTIONS..............................................................................................8
4.1. RCA Connections ...................................................................................................................................................8
4.2. JACK TS Connections............................................................................................................................................9
4.3. XLR Connections ..................................................................................................................................................11
5. MONO MIC/LINE INPUTS.......................................................................................12
6. STEREO INPUT .........................................................................................................13
7. 16-EFFECT DIGITAL PROCESSOR............................................................................14
7.1. Effect List.................................................................................................................................................................15
8. MIX OUT SECTION...................................................................................................16
9. MULTIMEDIA PLAYER .............................................................................................17
9.1. Using USB drives and SD-Cards.....................................................................................................................18
9.2. Using the Bluetooth™ Connection................................................................................................................19
9.3. Remote Control ....................................................................................................................................................19
10. SETUP........................................................................................................................20
11. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................21
12. WARRANTY AND SERVICE .....................................................................................23
13. WARNING.................................................................................................................24

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IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS
The symbol is used to indicate that some hazardous live terminals are
involved within this apparatus, even under the normal operating con-
ditions, which may be sufcient to constitute the risk of electric shock
or death.
The symbol is used in the service documentation to indicate that spe-
cic component shall be replaced only by the component specied in
that documentation for safety reasons.
Protective grounding terminal
Alternating current/voltage
Hazardous live terminal
Denotes the apparatus is turned on
Denotes the apparatus is turned off
WARNING: Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent the danger
of injury or death to the operator.
CAUTION: Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent danger of
the apparatus.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
fRead these instructions
fKeep these instructions
fHeed all warning
fFollow all instructions
1)^Water and Moisture
The apparatus should be protected from moisture and rain and can not be used near
water; for example near a bathtub, a kitchen sink, a swimming pool, etc.
2)^Heat
The apparatus should be located away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves or
other appliances that produce heat.
3)^Ventilation
Do not block areas of ventilation opening. Failure to do could result in re. Always
install according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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4)^Object and Liquid Entry
Objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the inside of the apparatus for
safety.
5)^Power Cord and Plug
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, conve-
nience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
poles; a grounding-type plug has two poles and a third grounding terminal. The third
prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, refer
to an electrician for replacement.
6)^Power Supply
The apparatus should be connected to the power supply only of the type as marked on
the apparatus or described in the manual. Failure to do could result in damage to the
product and possibly the user. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
7)^Fuse
To prevent the risk of re and damaging the unit, please use only of the recommend-
ed fuse type as described in the manual. Before replacing the fuse, make sure the unit
turned off and disconnected from the AC outlet.
8)^Electrical Connection
Improper electrical wiring may invalidate the product warranty.
9)^Cleaning
Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use any solvents such as benzol or alcohol.
10)^Servicing
Do not implement any servicing other than those means described in the manual. Refer
all servicing to qualied service personnel only. Only use accessories/attachments or
parts recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Please remember the high sound pressure do not only temporar-
ily damage your sense of hearing, but can also cause permanent damage. Be
careful to select a suitable volume.

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1. UNPACKING
Thank you for purchasing BLUEPORT FX active portable PA system. Each unit has been
well tested and shipped in perfect operating conditions. Carefully unpack the carton
and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and in good conditions:
f2 x Passive speakers with integrated amplied mixer
f2 Connection Jack cables
f1 x Remote Control
f1 x Power Cable
fThis User manual
If anything damaged during transport, notify the shipper immediately and keep pack-
ing material for inspection. Again, please save its carton and all packing materials. If the
unit must be returned to the manufacturer, it is important that the unit is returned in
the original manufacturer’s packing. Please do not take any action without rst contact-
ing us.
1.1. Getting Started
BLUEPORT FX is an active portable PA system. It is part of a wider range of SOUNDSA-
TION Pro Audio product line with characteristics of compactness, lightness and easy to
use. They are ideal for many music purpose. Make sure there is enough space around
the system for proper ventilation and prevent overheating especially regarding the inte-
grated mixer; do not place it on top of hot devices such as radiators or power ampli-
ers. BLUEPORT FX is connected to mains through the supplied cable. The product meets
the required safety standards. Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of the same
type and specication.
Make sure that the system must be properly grounded. For your safety, you
should never remove any ground connector from electrical devices or power
cables, or make them inoperative.
Our products are subject to a continuous process of further development. Therefore
modications to the technical features remain subject to change without further notice.
2. OVERVIEW
BLUEPORT FX is the result of years of experience gathered by SOUNDSATION in Porta-
ble Sound systems, a segment where quality, versatility and value for money are abso-
lutely essential. This active amplied portable PA system includes two passive speakers
with 10 “woofers and integrated amplied mixer. In addition to the MP3 player with
USB, SD card and Bluetooth ™, the system integrates a 24Bit DSP FX with 16 genuine
effects to add to the MIC inputs choosing the level for each channel. The integrated
mixer is equipped with a Class-D 2x100W (RMS) amplier. The enclosures (ABS) are
strong and lightweight and have a pleasant look.

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2.1. Main Features
fTwo passive speakers with integrated amplied mixer.
fClass-D 2x100W (RMS) Amplier.
fSpeakers with 10“ Woofers and 1“ compression driver.
fDual Band Equalizer (Low/High frequencies).
fMP3 player with USB, SD card and Bluetooth™.
f4 Microphones/Line Inputs.
f1 Stereo RCA/JACK 1/4Line Input.
f1 Stereo RCA Line Output.
f24Bit DSP FX with 16 genuine effects.
fInfrared receiver for remote control (bundled).
f35 mm hole for pole mounting.
fSturdy, compact and lightweight cabinets (ABS).
3. MAINS CONNECTION
Connect the device to the mains with the supplied power cable. The wire correspon-
dence is as follow:
Cable Pin International
Brown Live L
Blue Neutral N
Yellow/Green Earth
The earth must always be connected! Pay attention to the safety! Before tak-
ing into operation for the rst time, the installation has to be approved by an
expert.

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4. AUDIO CONNECTIONS
You will need several audio cables for the various connections of the system. See the
pictures below that show the internal wiring of these cables. Be sure to use only high
quality cables.
4.1. RCA Connections
Use commercial RCA cables to connect unbalanced stereo sources with RCA out-
put connectors to the RCA Line stereo input ( AUX IN 5/6) of the built-in mixer or to
connect the RCA input of external devices such as PA speakers, mixer, etc, with the MIX
OUT output of the device.
Center
Signal
Body
Ground / Shield
AUX IN 5/6
L
R
MIX OUT
L
R
Mixer
Speakers
Mixer CD Player

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4.2. JACK TS Connections
Use mono 1/4” jack TS connectors to connect unbalanced stereo sources of external
devices such as musical instruments, mixer, etc to AUX IN 5/6 Input.
Unbalanced use of 1/4” jack TS connector
Strain relief
clamp
Sleeve
Tip
Sleeve
Ground shield
Tip
Signal
Mixer
AUX IN 5/6
L
R
Electronic Keyboard
WARNING: Please note that the AUX IN 5/6 RCA and Jack MONO TS inputs
can’t be used at the same time.

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Mono 1/4” jack TS connectors must be used also to connect the integrated amplied
mixer to the speakers as shown below.
MULTIMEDIA PLAYER
DIGITAL EFFECTS
1. Room 1 9. Chorus 1
2. Hall 1 10.Chorus 2
3. Room2 11.Hall 4
4. Hall 2 12.Large Hall
5. Hall 3 13.Delay 1
6. Plate 1 14.Delay 2
7. Modulated Rev. 15.Hall 5
8. Gated Reverb 16. Reverse Reverb
PORTABLE PA-SYSTEM WITH
6-CH MIXER, DIGITAL EFFECTS,
MP3 PLAYER & BLUETOOTH
V- V+
IR MODE
LEFT
SPKR
RIGHT
SPKR
Right Speaker
Output Jack
Left Speaker
Output Jack
To Left Speaker
To Right Speaker
Mono 1/4” jack TS connectors may also be used for the MIC1 ÷ MIC4 inputs.
MIC 1 MIC 2 MIC 3 MIC 4
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
-15 +15
0
HIGH
-15 +15
0
HIGH
-15 +15
0
HIGH
-15 +15
0
HIGH
These inputs are a combo sockets for 1/4” jack TS / XLR. It accepts also balanced 1/4”
Jack TS connector that will be as follows: .

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Balanced use of 1/4” jack TS connector
Strain relief
clamp
Sleeve
Tip
Sleeve
Ground shield
Ring Ring
Cold (- Ve)
Tip
Hot (+ Ve)
4.3. XLR Connections
The Inputs MIC1 ÷ MIC4 accept balanced XLR or balanced/unbalanced 1/4” Jack plugs
with Mic or Line level signals. In the case of balanced XLR cable the pin-out will be as
follows:
MIC 1 MIC 2 MIC 3 MIC 4
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
3
21
1.Ground/Shield
3.Cold (-)2.Hot(+)
12
3
In case of unbalanced use Pins 1 and 3 will be jumped.

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5. MONO MIC/LINE INPUTS
MIC 1 MIC 2 MIC 3 MIC 4
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
AUX IN 5/6
LOW
-15 +15
0
-15 +15
0
HIGH
-15 +15
0
HIGH
-15 +15
0
HIGH
-15 +15
0
HIGH
LOW
-15 +15
0
LOW
-15 +15
0
LOW
-15 +15
0
PEAK
100
EFFECT
100
LEVEL
100
EFFECT
100
EFFECT
100
EFFECT
PEAK PEAK PEAK
100
LEVEL
100
LEVEL
100
LEVEL
L
R
100
AUX/MP3 level
16-Effect
Digital Processor
DOWN UP Enter
100
EFF. LEVEL
1
2
3
4
5
7
6
1)^COMBO INPUT sockets
These input sockets accept 1/4” jack TS and XLR male connectors (balanced/unbal-
anced).
2)^MIC/LINE SELECTORS
They allow to select between a microphone (XLR) input and a line (1/4” jack TS) input.
WARNING: Please use MIC position only for Microphones.
3)^HIGH CONTROLS
These controls adjust the amount of high frequencies for each channel.
4)^LOW CONTROLS
These controls adjust the amount of low frequencies for each channel.

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5)^EFFECT CONTROLS
These controls adjust the amount of effect for each channel.
6)^PEAK INDICATORS
These indicators (LED) light red when signal levels approach the signal clipping point.
When this lamp remains lit, adjust the input level control so that the indicator ashes.
7)^CHANNEL LEVEL CONTROLS
These controls adjusts the volume level for each channel.
6. STEREO INPUT
MIC 4
MIC
LINE
AUX IN 5/6
0
L
R
100
AUX/MP3 level
MIX OUT
L
R
phantom
0
12
3
1)^AUX IN 5/6 JACK TS STEREO INPUT
1/4” jack TS Stereo Input that can be used with electronic keyboard, instrument pre-
amp or processor, electronic drum machine, etc.
2)^AUX IN 5/6 RCA STEREO INPUT
RCA Stereo Input that can be used with Mp3 player, CD player or other electronic de-
vice that have RCA stereo output.
WARNING: Please note that the AUX IN 5/6 RCA Stereo Input and AUX IN 5/6
1/4” jack TS Stereo Input can’t be used at the same time.
3)^AUX/MP3 LEVEL CONTROL
This control adjust volume level of AUX IN 5/6 and MULTIMEDIA PLAYER.

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7. 16-EFFECT DIGITAL PROCESSOR
-15 +15
HIGH
LOW
-15 +15
0
100
EFFECT
100
LEVEL
16-Effect
Digital Processor
DOWN UP Enter
100
EFF. LEVEL
5
2
3
4
1
1)^2 x 7 Segments DISPLAY
The display indicates the current selected effect.
2)^DOWN BUTTON
Using this button it is possible to scroll backwards the effects that are indicated by a
number (1 ÷ 16). During the scrolling, the effect number blinks to indicate that the
effect selection must be conrmed using the ENTER button. If no conrmation is made,
the display will return to the current effect number after approximately one minute.
3)^UP BUTTON
Using this button it is possible to scroll forwards the effects that are indicated by a
number (1 ÷ 16). During the scrolling, the effect number blinks to indicate that the
effect selection must be conrmed using the ENTER button. If no conrmation is made,
the display will return to the current effect number after approximately one minute.
4)^ENTER BUTTON
Once the desired effect number is selected using the UP and DOWN buttons, pressing
the ENTER button will conrm the operation and the number on the display will stop
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5)^EFFECT LEVEL CONTROL
This control adjusts the amount of effect on a global basis. All channels that have the
EFFECT control activated (>0) will be affected by turning this control forward or back-
ward.
7.1. Effect List
BLUEPORT FX has 16 high quality effects available. Here below you can nd the effects
list as is in the mixer silkscreenings.
DIGITAL EFFECTS
1. Room 1 9. Chorus 1
2. Hall 1 10.Chorus 2
3. Room2 11.Hall 4
4. Hall 2 12.Large Hall
5. Hall 3 13.Delay 1
6. Plate 1 14.Delay 2
7. Modulated Rev. 15.Hall 5
8. Gated Reverb 16.Reverse Reverb

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8. MIX OUT SECTION
MIX OUT
L
R
phantom
-15 +15
0
HIGH
LOW
-15 +15
0
L R
Limit
signal
Power
100
Master
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1)^RCA STEREO OUTPUT
It is a stereo RCA output with unbalanced line-level signals. It contains the mix of all
inputs and all controls. It can be used to route the mixer stereo signal to another
destination such as recording device, monitor, subwoofer or to another PA System. This
output is not controlled by HIGH MASTER CONTROL (3), LOW MASTER CONTROL (4)
and MASTER LEVEL CONTROL (8).
2)^PHANTOM POWER button
Press this button to activate the Phantom Power (+48V) in case condenser microphones
are to be used. The corresponding LED (Red) will be ON.
3)^HIGH MASTER CONTROL
This control adjusts the amount of high frequencies for LEFT and RIGHT speakers of the
BLUEPORT FX system.
4)^LOW MASTER CONTROL
This control adjusts the amount of low frequencies for LEFT and RIGHT speakers of the
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5)^LIMIT INDICATORS
These LEDs indicate (lit in red) that the limiter is ON when excessive integral power
consumption is detected. This means that if the system is used at a very high volume
such that the indicators ash continuously, the internal power amplier section will be
excessively overloaded and may malfunction. When this happens, please reduce the
MASTER LEVEL and/or the others LEVEL CONTROLS so that the indicators ash only
briey on the highest transient peaks.
6)^SIGNAL INDICATORS
Two green LEDs, each assigned to one channel (R L). When the input signal is present,
the LEDs light up
7)^POWER INDICATOR
This Blue LED, when lit, indicates that the system has been turned ON and AC power is
available.
8)^MASTER LEVEL CONTROL
This control adjusts the master volume level for LEFT and RIGHT speakers of the BLUE-
PORT FX system.
WARNING: Please note that the HIGH, LOW and MASTER Controls have no
effect in the RCA Stereo Output (1).
9. MULTIMEDIA PLAYER
BLUEPORT FX feature a multimedia player that allows you to use this system even with-
out audio sources or cables: just connect your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth™ and
that’s it. There is also a slot for SD-Cards and a USB plug to connect your devices.
The reader accepts audio streaming in any format via Bluetooth™. In the case of SD-
Cards and USB devices, it plays audio les in MP3 (up to 320kbps) and WAV (44.1kHz
- 16bit).
MULTIMEDIA PLAYER
V- V+
IR MODE
LEFT
SPKR
1 2 3
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1)^CUSTOM LCD DISPLAY
This custom LCD display shows all relevant information about the function being select-
ed or the song being played.
2)^USB TYPE-A PLUG
Lets you to read USB drives in MS-DOS®format.
3)^SD-CARD SLOT
Allows you to read SD-Cards in MS-DOS®format.
4)^REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
Allows the system to be controlled by the supplied remote control. For details see “9.3.
Remote Control” on page 19
5)^MODE BUTTON
By pressing repeatedly, it switches among Bluetooth™ mode and USB/SD-CARD mode.
6)^
/V-
PREVIOUS SONG/VOLUME DECREASE BUTTON
By pressing this button once the player skips to the previous song.
By pressing and holding this button decreases the volume of the song in progress.
7)^
/V+
NEXT SONG/VOLUME INCREASE BUTTON
By pressing this button once the player skips to the next song.
By pressing and holding this button increases the volume of the song in progress.
8)^ REPEAT BUTTON
By pressing repeatedly, it allows you to browse through different play modes (Valid only
when using USB drives and SD-Cards):
• ONE: Loop playback of the current song.
• FOLDER: Repeated playback of all songs in the current folder in ascending order.
• ALL: Loop playback of all songs in all folders in ascending order.
• RANDOM: Random playback of any song in any folder.
9)^ PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON
By Pressing this button activates playback or pauses the selected song.
9.1. Using USB drives and SD-Cards
When you insert a USB drive into the outlet, the player reads the content automatically
and plays the rst track in ascending order, in “ALL” mode (or other mode when it is
changed). The display shows the elapsing time of the current song in play and, in the
left side, it shows the symbol indicating that you are playing an audio le from the
connected USB device. In the case of SD-Card, the display shows the symbol in the
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9.2. Using the Bluetooth™ Connection
To play music from your Bluetooth™ device you must rst pair it.
Pairing
Press MODE button until “bt” does not appear in the display:
The Bluetooth™ symbol in the right side of the display will blink to indicate that the
system is not connected via Bluetooth™.
At this point turn on the Bluetooth™ mode on your smartphone or tablet. A device
called “Bluetooth” will be shown among the various available devices.
Select it and start the pairing process. Once nished the Bluetooth™ symbol in the
right side of the display will stop blink to indicate that the system is connected and
your play list will be directly played on your BLUEPORT FX system.
9.3. Remote Control
The Multimedia Player of the BLUEPORT FX system comes with a remote control to
manage within a radius of about 3 m (without obstacles) all main functions.
PICK SONG
ENTER
CH- CH+
+
Mp3 Player
PLAY / PAUSE CHANNEL
VOL
VOL +
PREV NEXT
It plays or pauses the current song in play. When
the song is in pause and this button is pressed
again, it resumes playback from the paused point.
+
It increase or decrease the volume of the song
currently in play.
They skip to the next or previous song.
0 - 9 They recall the song corresponding to the same
position in the list.
ENTER It conrms the selection when a song is recalled
by numeric buttons .
MODE It allows you to enter in the different modes
(Bluetooth™, USB and SD CARD).
WARNING: Please note that all buttons not described are not active in this
model.

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10. SETUP
As explained in the paragraph “1. UNPACKING” on page 6, in the package there
are 2 speakers. Each speaker has got a removable back panel. In one back panel you
will nd the amplied mixer and, in the other one there are the connecting cables, the
power cord, the Remote Control and this manual. By pressing and sliding the button on
the top of the speaker you will release the back panels from the speakers
PRESS and SLIDE
LIFT
The speakers has got the traditional mounting hole (35mm) on the bottom. We recom-
mend to use SOUNDSATION SSPS-70-BK or SSPS-80-BK Speaker Stands.
SSPS-80-BK