User Manual TRUTH B2031A/B2030A High-Resolution, Active 2-Way Reference Studio Monitor
TRUTH B2031A/B2030A User Manual Table of Contents Thank you........................................................................ 2 Important Safety Instructions....................................... 3 Legal Disclaimer.............................................................. 3 Limited warranty............................................................. 3 1. Introduction................................................................ 4 1.1 Before you get started..................................
TRUTH B2031A/B2030A User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock. 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.
TRUTH B2031A/B2030A User Manual 1. Introduction The TRUTH features two separate amplifiers for bass and high frequencies, sporting loads of power reserve. On the bass end, a long-excursion woofer embedded in a sturdy cast-aluminum casing springs into action. The scope is broadened downward by using a special bass reflex system. In the upper frequency range, a specially developed dome tweeter provides for subtle signal reproduction.
TRUTH B2031A/B2030A User Manual 2. Control Elements The control elements described in the following are the same on both loudspeakers. (6) Use the POWER switch to power up your TRUTH. The POWER switch should always be in the “Off” position when you are about to connect your unit to the mains. !! Caution ◊ The POWER switch does not fully disconnect the unit from the mains. Unplug the power cord completely when the unit is not used for prolonged periods of time. (1)(2) Fig. 2.
TRUTH B2031A/B2030A User Manual 3.2 Level setting (11) (12) (13) Fig. 2.6: Rear panel control elements The following control elements are found only on the B2031A: (11) POWER MODE: This switch allows you to toggle between “ON”, “OFF” and “AUTO” power-up modes (see chapter 3.1). (12) MUTE LOW: Disables the woofer for servicing and maintenance. (13) MUTE HIGH: Disables the tweeter for servicing and maintenance. 3. Applications 3.
TRUTH B2031A/B2030A User Manual Fig. 3.2: Correct speaker setup This effect can be reduced by turning the speakers towards the listener. To make reflections from ceiling or floor less likely, the tweeters should be on the same height as your ears. Please note that the TRUTH should be operated vertically. Where this is impossible, place it horizontally as shown in figure 3.3, to allow for an improved stereo image. Fig. 3.
TRUTH B2031A/B2030A User Manual 4. Installation The BEHRINGER TRUTH features one balanced XLR and one balanced 1/4" TRS input. If connecting to other equipment is possible using balanced inputs, always make such connections because they offer maximal compensation of disturbing signals. Unbalanced ¼" TS connector 5. Specifications Audio Inputs B2030A/B2031A XLR connector servo-balanced input sleeve 1/4" TRS servo-balanced input tip Input impedance 10 kΩ Max.
TRUTH B2031A/B2030A User Manual Power Supply B2030A Voltage/Fuses 100 - 120 V~, 50/60 Hz T 2.0 A H 250 V 220 - 230 V~, 50/60 Hz T 1.6 A H 250 V Voltage/Supply current 100 - 120 V~, 50/60 Hz max. 1.0 A 220 - 230 V~, 50/60 Hz max. 0.5 A Mains connection Standard IEC connector B2031A Voltage/Fuses 100 - 120 V~, 50/60 Hz T 5.0 A H 250 V 220 - 230 V~, 50/60 Hz T 2.5 A H 250 V Voltage/Supply current 100 - 120 V~, 50/60 Hz max. 2.0 A 220 - 230 V~, 50/60 Hz max. 1.
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