User Guide for Behringer DS2800 Distribution Splitter

Quick Guide

The Behringer DS2800 is a professional 2-input, 8-output distribution splitter designed for audio distribution. It features two selectable operation modes: 2-in/4-out and 1-in/8-out. The unit is rack-mountable (1U) and provides balanced XLR connections for all inputs and outputs.

Hook-up and Modes

The DS2800 offers two primary operation modes, selectable via the front panel MODE switch:

• 2-in/4-out mode (2-4): Activated when the MODE button is pressed inward (latched). In this mode, INPUT A feeds OUTPUTs 1-4, and INPUT B feeds OUTPUTs 5-8.
• 1-in/8-out mode (1-8): Activated when the MODE button is in the outward (unlatched) position. In this mode, only INPUT A is active, feeding all 8 outputs.

Connect your audio source devices to the INPUT A/B XLR jacks. Connect the OUTPUT and LINK jacks to your destination devices (e.g., amplifiers, active speakers, or other signal chain components).

Getting Started

1. Connect the DS2800 to a power outlet using the included IEC power cable.
2. Turn all LEVEL knobs on the front panel to the full counter-clockwise setting.
3. Select the desired mode (2-in/4-out or 1-in/8-out) using the MODE switch.
4. Connect your audio source devices to the INPUT A/B XLR jacks.
5. Power on the unit by pressing the POWER button to the inward (ON) position.
6. While playing audio, rotate each OUTPUT channel's LEVEL knob until you reach a satisfactory output level. Ensure the CLIP LED only lights occasionally. If the CLIP LED lights continuously, reduce the level by rotating the knob counter-clockwise.

Controls

The front panel provides the following controls:

• MODE switch: Toggles between 2-in/4-out and 1-in/8-out modes.
• LEVEL knobs: Adjusts the output level for each individual output channel.
• OUTPUT CHANNEL METER: LED indicators showing the output level for each channel. The CLIP LED indicates when the signal is too hot.
• POWER button: Turns the unit on (inward) or off (outward).

Specifications

The DS2800 features a frequency response of 10 Hz to 75 kHz (±3 dB) and a dynamic range of 117 dB. It uses a switch-mode autorange power supply (100-240 V, 50/60 Hz) and consumes 15 W of power. The unit weighs 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs) and measures 44 x 483 x 148 mm.