Product Overview
The Behringer POWERPLAY P1 is a compact and versatile personal in-ear monitor amplifier, designed to provide musicians and audio professionals with a reliable and clear way to manage their individual monitor mix. It can be powered by a 9V battery or an external power adapter and features essential controls for volume, balance, and stereo/mono mode selection.
The device is depicted on the cover as a robust, portable unit with clearly labeled controls and connections.
Important Safety Instructions
Please read and follow all safety instructions carefully before using the product.
General Warnings & Precautions:
- Risk of Electric Shock: DO NOT OPEN! Do not remove the top cover or rear section. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
- Fire/Electric Shock Hazard: Do not expose the appliance to rain or moisture. Do not expose to dripping or splashing liquids. Do not place liquid-filled objects (e.g., vases) on the apparatus.
- The symbol ⚠️ alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure, which may pose a risk of electric shock.
- The symbol ❗ alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
Installation and Usage Guidelines:
- Read and keep all instructions.
- Heed all warnings and follow all instructions.
- Do not use the apparatus near water.
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
- Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
- Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Use caution when moving cart/apparatus combinations to avoid injury from tip-over.
- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way (e.g., power supply cord/plug damaged, liquid spilled, objects fallen into apparatus, exposure to rain/moisture, not operating normally, or dropped).
- Connect the apparatus to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
- If the MAINS plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, it shall remain readily operable.
Disposal and Environmental Information:
- Correct Disposal of This Product: The symbol ♻️ indicates that this product must not be disposed of with household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and national law. Take it to a collection center licensed for recycling electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Mishandling of EEE waste can negatively impact the environment and human health. Proper disposal contributes to efficient use of natural resources. Contact your local city office or household waste collection service for recycling information.
- Do not install in a confined space, such as a bookcase or similar unit.
- Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
- Keep environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed of at a battery collection point.
- This apparatus may be used in tropical and moderate climates up to 45°C.
Controls
The POWERPLAY P1 features several controls for managing your in-ear monitor mix:
- 1. PHONES Output: Accepts a 1/8" (3.5 mm) TRS headphone plug.
- 2. BATTERY STATUS LEDs: Indicate the current battery life. A green LED lights up when a new battery is installed and power is on. As battery life decreases, both LEDs light up, indicating a voltage between 6.8 and 7.3 V. When only the red LED is lit, the battery needs replacement.
- 3. VOLUME Knob: Adjusts the overall output level to the headphones.
- 4. BALANCE Knob: Adjusts the panning of a stereo source connected to both inputs, or the balance between mono sources connected to inputs L/1 and R/2.
- 5. MODE Button: Determines if audio connected to inputs 1 and 2 is mixed in stereo or dual mono.
- STEREO Mode: Audio from INPUT (L) goes to the left headphone, and audio from INPUT (R) goes to the right headphone.
- MONO Mode: Audio from both INPUTS (L) and (R) is routed to both headphone sides, with the BALANCE knob adjusting the volume level between the two sources.
- 6. ON/OFF Button: Turns the power on and off.
- 7. DC IN: Accepts a 9 V power adapter.
- 8. INPUT (L): Accepts signals via XLR cables, routed to the left channel in stereo mode, or channel 1 in mono mode.
- 9. INPUT (R): Accepts signals via XLR cables, routed to the right channel in stereo mode, or channel 2 in mono mode.
Specifications
Connectors | |
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Input | 2 x XLR connector, balanced |
Output | 3.5 mm TRS connector |
Input impedance | 20 kΩ |
Output impedance | 10 Ω per channel |
Frequency response | 20 Hz – 80 kHz (+/-0.5 dB) |
THD + N | 0.01% |
Signal-to-noise ratio | >90 dB (A-weighted) |
CMRR | >50 dB |
Crosstalk | >40 dB |
System Data | |
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Normal input level | 2 dBu |
Max input level | 6 dBu |
Limit input level | 7 dBu |
Max output level | 9.5 dBu |
Indicators | |
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LEDs | Power indicator (green), battery control indicator (red) |
Voltage | Green LED lit: voltage > 7.3 V Both green and red LED lit: voltage = 6.8 – 7.3 V Red LED lit: voltage < 6.8 V |
Power Supply | |
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Battery | 9 V block alkaline or 8.4 V NIMH rechargeable battery |
Power adapter | Ext. input power DC 9 V (pin = neg., ring = pos.) |
Europe | PSU-SB-EU (G81-00000-37236) |
USA/Canada | PSU-SB-UL (G81-89832-03136) |
Japan | PSU-SB-JP (G81-89833-54837) |
UK | PSU-SB-UK (G81-00000-37237) |
Australia | PSU-SB-SAA (G81-32735-05565) |
China | PSU-SB-CCC (G81-89836-54835) |
Standby power consumption | 300 mW |
Max operation current | 90 mA |
Max output power into 20 Ω | 40 mW per channel |
Physical | |
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Dimensions (H x W x D) | 45 x 125 x 85 mm (1.8 x 4.9 x 3.3") |
Weight | 0.27 kg (0.6 lbs) |
Legal Disclaimer & Warranty
Music Tribe accepts no liability for any loss suffered by any person relying wholly or in part on the descriptions, photographs, or statements herein. Technical specifications, appearances, and other information are subject to change without notice. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For applicable warranty terms and conditions and additional information regarding Music Tribe's Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at musictribe.com/warranty.
Compliance Information
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. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The product is in compliance with EU directives including 2014/30/EU (EMC), 2011/65/EU (RoHS), 2012/19/EU (WEEE), and Regulation 519/2012 (REACH).
EU Representative: Music Tribe Brands DK A/S, Ib Spang Olsens Gade 17, DK - 8200 Aarhus N, Denmark.