Introduction
This page explains the contents of a large audio kit, available for rental from the Tech Commons in the Library.
Purpose
The Fender Passport portable PA system, with the accompanying equipment we provide, is ideal for sizeable indoor or moderate outdoor events that require amplified speaking/singing. It is also possible to plug an acoustic guitar, keyboard, computer, or iPod directly into the system for musical accompaniment.
Included in the Kit
- Fender Passport PA System
- Power Cable
- 2 Speaker Cables
- 2 SM58 Vocal Mics
- 2 Mic Stands
- 2 XLR Cables
- Auxiliary Cable
- Extension Cord
How to Set It Up
| Step | What to Do | How It Looks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unlatch the speakers from the main unit, and place them on the provided stands. |   |
| 2 | Plug the provided power cord from the main unit into an outlet. |   |
| 3 | Plug the speaker cables from the speaker output on the main unit into the inputs on the bottom-right-front of each speaker. |   |
| 4 | Attach microphones to the provided stands. |  |
| 5 | Run an XLR cable from each microphone to an available input on the main unit. |  |
| 6 | If desired, plug the provided audio cable into the ⅛” Stereo Input on the main unit, then connect it to your laptop, iPod, phone, etc. |  |
Audio Controls
Each input channel has independent Volume, Treble, Bass, and Reverb controls, as well as optional phantom power
Some channels also have an instrument input button that makes that channel act like a DI box, where you can plug an instrument directly into the system.