Behringer Digital Monitor Speakers MS20 User Manual

User Manual  
DIGITAL MONITOR SPEAKERS  
MS /MS  
24-Bit/192 kHz Digital 40/20-Watt Stereo Near Field Monitors  
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9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized  
UNDERTAKING OR REPRESENTATION. THIS MANUAL  
IS COPYRIGHTED. NO PART OF THIS MANUAL MAY  
BE REPRODUCED OR TRANSMITTED IN ANY FORM  
OR BY ANY MEANS, ELECTRONIC OR MECHANICAL,  
Important Safety  
Instructions  
or grounding-type plug. A polarized 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 the third prong are provided for your safety. If the INCLUDING PHOTOCOPYING AND RECORDING OF ANY  
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an  
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.  
KIND, FOR ANY PURPOSE, WITHOUT THE EXPRESS  
WRITTEN PERMISSION OF MUSIC GROUP IP LTD.  
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or  
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,  
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.  
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.  
© 2012 MUSIC Group IP Ltd.  
Trident Chambers, Wickhams Cay, P.O. Box 146,  
Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands  
Terminals marked with this symbol carry  
electrical current of sufficient magnitude  
to constitute risk of electric shock.  
11. Use only attachments/accessories specified by  
the manufacturer.  
Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with  
¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other  
installation or modification should be performed only  
by qualified personnel.  
12. Use only with the  
cart, stand, tripod, bracket,  
or table specified by the  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
§ 1 Warranty  
manufacturer, or sold with (1) This limited warranty is valid only if you purchased  
the apparatus. When a cart the product from a MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller in  
This symbol, wherever it appears,  
alerts you to the presence of uninsulated  
dangerous voltage inside the  
is used, use caution when  
the country of purchase. A list of authorized resellers can  
moving the cart/apparatus be found on BEHRINGER’s website behringer.com under  
enclosure - voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a  
risk of shock.  
combination to avoid  
“Where to Buy, or you can contact the MUSIC Group office  
closest to you.  
injury from tip-over.  
This symbol, wherever it appears,  
alerts you to important operating and  
maintenance instructions in the  
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or  
(2) MUSIC Group* warrants the mechanical and  
when unused for long periods of time.  
electronic components of this product to be free of defects  
in material and workmanship if used under normal  
operating conditions for a period of one (1) year from  
the original date of purchase (see the Limited Warranty  
terms in § 4 below), unless a longer minimum warranty  
period is mandated by applicable local laws. If the product  
shows any defects within the specified warranty period  
and that defect is not excluded under § 4, MUSIC Group  
shall, at its discretion, either replace or repair the product  
using suitable new or reconditioned product or parts.  
In case MUSIC Group decides to replace the entire product,  
this limited warranty shall apply to the replacement  
product for the remaining initial warranty period, i.e.,  
one (1) year (or otherwise applicable minimum warranty  
period) from the date of purchase of the original product.  
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been  
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug  
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen  
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed  
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has  
been dropped.  
accompanying literature. Please read the manual.  
Caution  
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not  
remove the top cover (or the rear section).  
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to  
qualified personnel.  
Caution  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,  
do not expose this appliance to rain and  
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket  
outlet with a protective earthing connection.  
16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is  
used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall  
remain readily operable.  
moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping  
or splashing liquids and no objects filled with liquids,  
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.  
Caution  
These service instructions are for use  
by qualified service personnel only.  
(3) Upon validation of the warranty claim, the repaired  
or replacement product will be returned to the user  
freight prepaid by MUSIC Group.  
To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any  
servicing other than that contained in the operation  
instructions. Repairs have to be performed by qualified  
service personnel.  
(4) Warranty claims other than those indicated above  
are expressly excluded.  
PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT. IT IS YOUR PROOF  
OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR LIMITED WARRANTY.  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT SUCH PROOF  
OF PURCHASE.  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
LEGAL DISCLAIMER  
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND APPEARANCES  
ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND  
ACCURACY IS NOT GUARANTEED. BEHRINGER IS  
PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM).  
ALL TRADEMARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR  
RESPECTIVE OWNERS. MUSIC GROUP ACCEPTS NO  
LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSS WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED  
BY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES EITHER WHOLLY OR  
IN PART UPON ANY DESCRIPTION, PHOTOGRAPH  
OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN. COLORS AND  
SPECIFICATIONS MAY VARY FROM ACTUAL PRODUCT.  
MUSIC GROUP PRODUCTS ARE SOLD THROUGH  
AUTHORIZED FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ONLY.  
FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ARE NOT AGENTS OF  
MUSIC GROUP AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO AUTHORITY  
TO BIND MUSIC GROUP BY ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED  
§ 2 Online registration  
4. Follow all instructions.  
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER  
equipment right after your purchase at behringer.com  
under“Support”and kindly read the terms and conditions  
of our limited warranty carefully. Registering your  
purchase and equipment with us helps us process  
your repair claims quicker and more efficiently.  
Thank you for your cooperation!  
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in  
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as  
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus  
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
§ 3 Return materials authorization  
(1) To obtain warranty service, please contact the  
retailer from whom the equipment was purchased.  
Should your MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller not be  
located in your vicinity, you may contact the MUSIC Group  
Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under  
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“Support”at behringer.com. If your country is not  
listed, please check if your problem can be dealt with  
by our“Online Support”which may also be found under  
“Support”at behringer.com. Alternatively, please submit  
an online warranty claim at behringer.com BEFORE  
returning the product. All inquiries must be accompanied  
by a description of the problem and the serial number  
of the product. After verifying the product’s warranty  
eligibility with the original sales receipt, MUSIC Group  
will then issue a Return Materials Authorization  
(“RMA”) number.  
connection or operation of the unit in any way  
that does not comply with the technical or safety  
regulations applicable in the country where the  
product is used;  
(3) This warranty does not detract from the seller’s  
obligations in regard to any lack of conformity of the  
product and any hidden defect.  
§ 9 Amendment  
damage/defects caused by acts of God/Nature  
(accident, fire, flood, etc) or any other condition that  
is beyond the control of MUSIC Group.  
Warranty service conditions are subject to change without  
notice. For the latest warranty terms and conditions  
and additional information regarding MUSIC Group’s  
limited warranty, please see complete details online at  
behringer.com.  
(7) Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by  
unauthorized personnel (user included) will void the  
limited warranty.  
* MUSIC Group Macao Commercial Offshore Limited of  
Rue de Pequim No. 202-A, Macau Finance Centre 9/J, Macau,  
including all MUSIC Group companies  
(8) If an inspection of the product by MUSIC Group  
shows that the defect in question is not covered by the  
limited warranty, the inspection costs are payable by  
the customer.  
(2) Subsequently, the product must be returned in  
its original shipping carton, together with the return  
authorization number to the address indicated by  
MUSIC Group.  
(9) Products which do not meet the terms of this  
limited warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyer’s  
expense. MUSIC Group or its authorized service center will  
inform the buyer of any such circumstance. If the buyer  
fails to submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after  
notification, MUSIC Group will return the unit C.O.D. with  
a separate invoice for freight and packing. Such costs will  
also be invoiced separately when the buyer has sent in a  
written repair order.  
(3) Shipments without freight prepaid will not  
be accepted.  
§ 4 Warranty Exclusions  
(1) This limited warranty does not cover consumable  
parts including, but not limited to, fuses and batteries.  
Where applicable, MUSIC Group warrants the valves or  
meters contained in the product to be free from defects  
in material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90)  
days from date of purchase.  
(10) MUSIC Group Authorized Resellers do not sell new  
products directly in online auctions. Purchases made  
through an online auction are on a“buyer beware”basis.  
Online auction confirmations or sales receipts are not  
accepted for warranty verification and MUSIC Group will  
not repair or replace any product purchased through an  
online auction.  
(2) This limited warranty does not cover the product  
if it has been electronically or mechanically modified  
in any way. If the product needs to be modified or  
adapted in order to comply with applicable technical  
or safety standards on a national or local level, in any  
country which is not the country for which the  
product was originally developed and manufactured,  
this modification/adaptation shall not be considered a  
defect in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty  
does not cover any such modification/adaptation,  
regardless of whether it was carried out properly or not.  
Under the terms of this limited warranty, MUSIC Group  
shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from  
such a modification/adaptation.  
§ 5 Warranty transferability  
This limited warranty is extended exclusively to the  
original buyer (customer of authorized reseller) and is  
not transferable to anyone who may subsequently  
purchase this product. No other person (reseller, etc.)  
shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf  
of MUSIC Group.  
(3) This limited warranty covers only the product  
hardware. It does not cover technical assistance for  
hardware or software usage and it does not cover  
any software products whether or not contained in  
the product. Any such software is provided“AS IS”  
unless expressly provided for in any enclosed software  
limited warranty.  
§ 6 Claim for damage  
Subject only to the operation of mandatory applicable  
local laws, MUSIC Group shall have no liability to the buyer  
under this warranty for any consequential or indirect  
loss or damage of any kind. In no event shall the liability  
of MUSIC Group under this limited warranty exceed the  
invoiced value of the product.  
(4) This limited warranty is invalid if the  
factory-applied serial number has been altered or  
removed from the product.  
§ 7 Limitation of liability  
This limited warranty is the complete and exclusive  
warranty between you and MUSIC Group. It supersedes  
all other written or oral communications related to this  
product. MUSIC Group provides no other warranties for  
this product.  
(5) Free inspections and maintenance/repair work  
are expressly excluded from this limited warranty,  
in particular, if caused by improper handling of the  
product by the user. This also applies to defects caused  
by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders,  
crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, guitar strings,  
illuminants and similar parts.  
§ 8 Other warranty rights and  
national law  
(1) This limited warranty does not exclude or limit the  
buyer’s statutory rights as a consumer in any way.  
(6) Damage/defects caused by the following conditions  
are not covered by this limited warranty:  
(2) The limited warranty regulations mentioned herein  
are applicable unless they constitute an infringement of  
applicable mandatory local laws.  
improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the  
unit in compliance with the instructions given in  
BEHRINGER user or service manuals;  
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DIGITAL MONITOR SPEAKERS MS40/MS20 User Manual  
1. Introduction  
BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact  
one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the  
original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact  
Information). Should your country not be listed, please contact the distributor  
nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website  
(http://behringer.com).  
Two digital inputs plus two stereo analog inputs enable you to connect a  
broad range of sound sources and mix two of them within the loudspeakers.  
Additionally, we have equipped the MS20/MS40 with a headphone  
connector. The speakers are magnetically shielded, so you can use them near  
computer monitors.  
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair  
claims more quickly and efficiently.  
This User’s Manual is intended to familiarize you with the unit’s control  
elements, so that you can master all the functions. After having  
thoroughly read the user’s manual, store it at a safe place for  
future reference.  
Thank you for your cooperation!  
1.1 Before getting started  
2. Control Elements  
and Connections  
1.1.1 Shipment  
Your MS20/MS40 speakers were carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure  
secure transport. If the cardboard box is damaged, please inspect the equipment  
immediately for any signs of physical damage.  
NEVER send damaged units directly to BEHRINGER.  
Please, immediately notify the dealer from whom you acquired the  
unit and the transportation company that delivered the unit to you.  
Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered invalid.  
(1) (2) (3)  
(4)  
(5)  
(6)  
(7)  
We recommend that you always use an appropriate carrying case  
when transporting your MS20/MS40 speakers to ensure their  
optimal protection.  
Fig. 2.1: Front panel elements (right loudspeaker)  
(1) Use the POWER switch to power up your MS20/MS40. The POWER switch  
should always be in the “Off” position when you are about to connect your  
unit to the mains.  
Always use the original packaging to avoid damage when shipping or  
storing the unit.  
Please note: The POWER switch does not fully disconnect the unit from  
the mains. To disconnect the unit from the mains, pull out the main  
cord plug or appliance coupler. Unplug the power cord when the unit is  
not used for prolonged periods of time.  
Never let unsupervised children play with the MS20/MS40 or with  
its packaging.  
Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally-  
friendly fashion.  
Monitor speakers should be the last device in the signal chain to  
be switched on and the first to be switched off. This way, you avoid  
speaker damage caused by loud crackling noises during turning other  
equipment in your studio on or off.  
1.1.2 Initial operation  
Please make sure the unit is provided with sufficient ventilation, and never place  
the MS20/MS40 on top of an amplifier or in the vicinity of a heater to avoid the  
risk of overheating.  
(2) This LED lights up when power is switched on.  
(3) Connect your headphones via the phones output (1" TRS) to monitor any  
of the input devices. The internal speakers are automatically muted when  
headphones are connected to the unit.  
Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please make sure that  
the voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on the label on the  
backside of your MS20/MS40.  
(4) BASS control. Turn the bass control to adjust the bass level.  
Power is delivered via the cable enclosed with the unit. All required safety  
precautions have been adhered to.  
(5) TREBLE control. Turn the treble control to adjust the treble level.  
Turn the VOLUME controls (6) and (7) to adjust the overall volume levels of the  
devices connected to your MS20/MS40:  
Attention!  
These monitor speakers are capable of producing extreme volumes.  
Please bear in mind that high sound pressures do not only temporarily  
damage your sense of hearing, they can also cause permanent damage.  
Be sure to select an appropriate volume level.  
(6) The LINE 1 / DIGITAL knob controls the volume level of the analog LINE 1 (12)  
or the DIGITAL inputs (8) or (9).  
(7) Turn LINE 2 control to adjust the volume level of LINE 2 input (13).  
Attention: High volume levels may damage your hearing and/or your  
headphones. Please turn the VOLUME controls all the way to the left  
before powering up the unit. Be sure to always select an appropriate  
volume level.  
1.1.3 Online registration  
Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase  
warranty carefully.  
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention to have it  
repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact  
the BEHRINGER retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Should your  
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3. Wiring  
(8) (10) (9) (11)  
The DIGITAL MONITOR SPEAKERS MS20/MS40 are designed to accommodate a  
variety of connector types for almost any situation you may encounter.  
You will find all audio inputs on the right speaker. The left speaker only has one  
audio input which is fed from the right speaker.  
Be sure to mute the signal sources before you put the monitor speakers  
into operation.  
(12)  
(13)  
(14)  
(15)  
Fig. 2.2: Rear panel (right monitor)  
(8) Digital audio data can be fed in at the OPTICAL input.  
(9) The MS40 also features a digital COAXIAL input connector.  
(10) With this switch you can select the digital input (OPTICAL or COAXIAL).  
(11) SERIAL NUMBER.  
(12) Analog input LINE 1 (1/8" TRS) allows you to connect stereo audio equipment  
such as CD/MD players.  
(13) Use the analog input LINE 2 (RCA) to connect your sound card,  
keyboard or expander.  
You can play back various signals by using both stereo  
inputs simultaneously.  
(14) TO LEFT SPEAKER output connector. Connect both speakers by using the  
speaker cable included in this package. As soon as both speakers are properly  
connected, they will function as a stereo speaker system.  
Fig. 3.1: Computer/keyboard setup  
(15) A standard power socket is provided for connection to the mains. A matching Begin by connecting the left speaker to the right speaker by wiring the attached  
power cable is included with the unit. Before you connect the unit to the  
power source make sure that the power switch is turned off and the volume  
controls are turned all the way to the left to avoid any damage to speakers or  
other devices.  
speaker cable from connector (14) to connector (16) on the left speaker.  
Connect the analog outputs of your mixer, keyboard or computer sound card to  
LINE 1 input (12). Connect a second piece of equipment to LINE 2 inputs (13).  
If you own equipment with digital connectors—such as CD or MD players—  
simply connect them to the digital inputs (8) and (9). Select the digital signal  
you want to monitor with the input selector switch (10).  
You can mix two input signals within the MS20/MS40 by using the volume  
controls (6) and (7). This enables you to monitor two different sound sources  
simultaneously. The above wiring example shows how you can monitor your live  
keyboard performance to a playback coming from your MD player or digital audio  
workstation (computer).  
(16)  
The MS20/MS40 speakers are shielded, which allows you to place them near your  
computer monitor without causing interference or damage. However, do not  
place your MS20/MS40 speakers near power amps. Doing so will result in an  
induced hum in your speakers.  
Fig. 2.3: Rear panel (left monitor)  
(16) FROM RIGHT SPEAKER connector. Insert the speaker cable from the  
TO LEFT SPEAKER connector.  
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4. Specifications  
Loudspeakers  
Physical  
MS40  
MS40  
Tweeter  
Ø 65 mm (2 1"), 8 Ω  
Dimensions (H x W x D)  
11 x 6 4/5 x 9 5/8"  
279 x 173 x 245 mm  
Woofer  
Ø 120 mm (4 3"), 4 Ω  
Weight  
MS20  
17.71 lbs/8.05 kg  
MS20  
Tweeter  
Woofer  
Ø 65 mm (2 1"), 8 Ω  
Dimensions (H x W x D)  
9 2/5 x 6 x 7 3/8"  
239 x 154 x 187 mm  
Ø 92 mm (3 5/8"), 4 Ω  
Weight  
12.83 lbs/5.83 kg  
Audio Inputs  
Line 1  
Line 2  
1/8" TRS stereo, impedance 20 kΩ  
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts,  
modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and  
appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.  
2 RCA, impedance 20 kΩ  
Digital Inputs  
Optical  
TOSLINK  
RCA  
Coaxial  
Converter  
Sample rate  
24-bit  
< 192 kHz  
System Specifications  
MS40  
Output power  
2 x 20 W  
Frequency response  
50 Hz to 25 kHz  
MS20  
Output power  
2 x 10 W  
Frequency response  
65 Hz to 25 kHz  
Power Supply  
Mains Voltages  
USA/Canada  
Europe/U.K./Australia  
China  
120 V~, 60 Hz  
230 V~, 50 Hz  
220 V~, 50 Hz  
Japan  
100 V~, 50 - 60 Hz  
120/230 V~, 50 - 60 Hz  
General export model  
Power Consumption  
MS40:  
90 W  
MS20:  
80 W  
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS  
COMMISSION COMPLIANCE  
INFORMATION  
DIGITAL MONITOR SPEAKERS  
MS40/MS20  
Responsible Party Name:  
Address:  
MUSIC Group Services US Inc.  
18912 North Creek Parkway,  
Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011,  
USA  
Phone/Fax No.:  
Phone: +1 425 672 0816  
Fax: +1 425 673 7647  
DIGITAL MONITOR SPEAKERS MS40/MS20  
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) this device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(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.  
We Hear You  

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