Behringer STUDIO 50USB / MEDIA 40USB Quick Start Guide

Introduction

Welcome to the Behringer STUDIO 50USB and MEDIA 40USB Quick Start Guide. These high-resolution, bi-amped monitor speakers are designed to provide accurate sound reproduction for your studio or home listening environment. This guide will help you set up and start using your new monitors quickly.

Models Covered:

• STUDIO 50USB: High-Resolution, 150-Watt Bi-Amped Reference Studio Monitors with USB Input
• MEDIA 40USB: High-Resolution, 150-Watt Bi-Amped Digital Monitor Speakers with USB Input

For the full, detailed manual, please visit behringer.com.

Important Safety Instructions

⚠️ CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO NOT OPEN! ⚡

Please read and follow these safety instructions carefully to prevent electrical shock, fire hazards, and ensure safe operation.

• Terminals marked with a lightning bolt symbol (⚡) carry electrical current sufficient to constitute a risk of electric shock.
• Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with appropriate connectors.
• This symbol (⚠️) alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure.
• This symbol (ℹ️) alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not remove covers or attempt to service the unit yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
• Do not expose the apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place objects filled with liquids (like vases) on the apparatus.
• Ensure proper ventilation and do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat-producing apparatus.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of polarized or grounding-type plugs. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched.
• Use only attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• When using carts or stands, exercise caution to avoid tip-over injuries.
• Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.
• Correct disposal of this product: This symbol indicates that the product must not be disposed of with household waste. Follow local regulations for recycling electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE Directive).

LEGAL DISCLAIMER: MUSIC Group accepts no liability for any loss suffered by reliance on this document. Technical specifications and appearances are subject to change without notice.

LIMITED WARRANTY: For warranty terms and conditions, please see complete details online at music-group.com/warranty.

Hook-up and Connections

Follow these steps to connect your speakers:

1. Speaker Placement: Place the monitor speakers at head level, unobstructed, and at equal distances to the left and right of your listening position, forming an equilateral triangle.
2. Power Connection: Connect the included power cable to the right monitor's POWER SOURCE socket. Then, connect the other end to a mains outlet. It is recommended to connect the right monitor and other audio equipment to the same outlet to avoid ground loops. Do not turn the power on yet.
3. Audio Source Connection:
   • Connect your audio source (mixer, computer, etc.) to the INPUT jacks on the right monitor. Balanced XLR or 1/4" TRS connections are preferred if available.
   • For computer audio, connect a USB Type-B cable from your computer to the USB CONNECTOR on the monitor.
4. Speaker Linking: Connect the included speaker cable from the right monitor's SPEAKER OUTPUT connector to the left monitor's SPEAKER INPUT connector. The right monitor houses amplifiers that power both speakers.

Diagram Description (Page 5): The diagrams illustrate various connection scenarios. The rear panel of the MEDIA 40USB shows its various inputs (TRS, RCA, USB, Aux, Headphone) and outputs (Speaker Out, Power). System diagrams show the speakers connected to mixers (FCA1616, QX1202USB) and audio sources like computers or MP3 players.

Controls

Familiarize yourself with the controls on your Behringer monitors:

MEDIA 40USB Controls:

• INPUT (1/4" TRS): Connect your audio source here. These inputs are unbalanced.
• RCA INPUT: Connect RCA cables from your audio source.
• USB CONNECTOR: Connect a USB Type-B cable from your computer to play audio directly through the monitors.
• POWER SWITCH: Turns the monitor on and off.
• POWER SOURCE: Connect the included power cable here.
• SPEAKER OUTPUT: Connects to the left monitor via the included speaker cable.
• AUX INPUT (1/8" stereo): Convenient front-panel input for external audio sources like MP3 players.
• HEADPHONE OUTPUT (1/8" stereo): Connect headphones here; internal amplifiers mute automatically.
• VOLUME KNOB: Adjusts the overall volume for all inputs, including USB, and headphone volume. This knob illuminates when the power is on.
• SPEAKER INPUT: Connects to the right monitor's SPEAKER OUTPUT via the included cable.

STUDIO 50USB Controls:

• INPUT (1/4" TRS / XLR): Balanced inputs for connecting your audio source.
• HIGH-FREQ: Adjusts the monitor's frequency response to suit your room's acoustics.
• INPUT TRIM: Adjusts the monitor's input sensitivity to the signal level of your audio source.
• LED: Indicates when the unit is powered on.

Diagram Description (Pages 6-7): Detailed diagrams show the rear and front panels of both the MEDIA 40USB and STUDIO 50USB, labeling each control and connection point.

Getting Started

Follow these steps to get your monitors operational:

1. Initial Setup: Place the speakers as described in the "Hook-up and Connections" section.
2. Power & Source Connection: Connect the power cable to the right monitor and then to the wall outlet. Connect your audio source (mixer, computer) to the right monitor's inputs. Ensure all equipment is connected to the same outlet if possible.
3. Initial Volume Settings:
   • MEDIA 40USB: Turn the front VOLUME knob to the fully-down position (minimum).
   • STUDIO 50USB: Turn the rear INPUT TRIM knob to the center (0 dB) position.
4. Power On Source: Turn on your mixer, computer, or other audio source device. Ensure its volume is turned down.
5. Power On Monitors: Turn on the right monitor using the rear POWER SWITCH. The LED indicator will light up.
6. Audio Playback: Start playing your audio source. Slowly increase the volume on your source device and then adjust the MEDIA 40USB VOLUME knob or the STUDIO 50USB INPUT TRIM knob (if needed) until you reach a comfortable listening level.

Diagram Description (Pages 8-10): These pages visually guide you through the setup process, showing speaker placement, cable connections for power and audio, and the initial control adjustments.

Specifications

Here are the technical specifications for the Behringer STUDIO 50USB and MEDIA 40USB monitors:

*Independent of limiters and driver protection circuits

Other Important Information

• Online Registration: Register your new Behringer equipment online at behringer.com immediately after purchase. This helps process repair claims efficiently and provides access to warranty terms.
• Malfunctions: If you experience issues, contact your local MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller or Fulfiller. If your country is not listed, check the "Online Support" section on behringer.com. Submit an online warranty claim BEFORE returning the product.
• Power Connections: Ensure you are using the correct mains voltage for your model. Replace faulty fuses only with fuses of the same type and rating.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Information

Responsible Party Name: MUSIC Group Services NV Inc.

Address: 5270 Procyon Street, Las Vegas, NV 89118, USA

Phone Number: +1 702 800 8290

The Behringer MONITOR SPEAKERS STUDIO 50USB/MEDIA 40USB complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the following paragraph:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Important information: Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by MUSIC Group can void the user's authority to use the equipment.

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