Behringer SX3242FX, SX2442FX User Manual

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Behringer SX3242FX, SX2442FX User Manual

EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX

User Manual

A50-81233-00001

EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX

Important Safety Instructions

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!!operating and maintenance instructions in the accom- panying literature. Please read the manual.This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important

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 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. 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.

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

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.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized 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 provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Place the power cord so that it is protected from being walkedonandsharpedges.Besurethatthepowercordis protected particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where it exits from the apparatus.

11)The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

12)Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

13)Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

14)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

15)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

16)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.

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Foreword

Dear Customer,

Welcome to the team of EURODESK users and thank you very much for expressing your confidence in BEHRINGER products by purchasing this mixing console.

It is one of my most pleasant tasks to write this letter to you, because it is the culmination of many months of hard work delivered by our engineering team to reach a very ambitious goal: to present you two outstanding mixing consoles that give you maximum flexibility and performance with a unique sound character and broad

range of striking functions. The task to design the new SX series certainly meant a great deal of responsibility, which we assumed by focusing on you, the discerning user and musician. It also meant a lot of work and night shifts to accomplish this goal. But it was fun, too. Developing a product usually brings a lot of people together, and what a great feeling it is when everybody who participated in such a project can be proud of what we’ve achieved.

It is our philosophy to share our joy with you, because you are the most important member of the BEHRINGER team. With your highly competent suggestions for new products you’ve greatly contributed to shaping our company and making it successful. In return, we guarantee you uncompromising quality as well as excellent technical and audio properties at an extremely favorable price. All of this will enable you to fully unfold your creativity without being hampered by budget constraints.

We are often asked how we can make it to produce such highgrade devices at such unbelievably low prices. The answer is quite simple: it’s you, our customers! Many satisfied customers means large sales volumes enabling us to get better conditions of purchase for components, etc. Isn’t it only fair to pass this benefit back to you? Because we know that your success is our success, too!

I would like to thank all people whose help on “Project SX” has made it all possible. Everybody has made very personal contributions, starting from the designers of the unit to the many staff members in our company and finally to you, the user of

BEHRINGER products.

My friends, it’s been worth the trouble! Thank you very much,

Uli Behringer

 

Table of contents

 

1. Introduction.........................................................................

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1.1

Before you get started..................................................

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1.1.1 Shipment.............................................................

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1.1.2 Initial operation....................................................

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1.1.3 Online Registration..............................................

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1.2 The manual...................................................................

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2. Control elements and connections...................................

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2.1

Mono input channels.....................................................

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2.1.1 Microphone and line inputs.................................

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2.1.2 Equalizer.............................................................

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2.1.3 Aux/FX send buses.............................................

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2.1.4 Mono channel fader

 

 

and further control elements................................

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2.2

Stereo channels............................................................

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2.2.1 Channel inputs....................................................

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2.2.2 Stereo channel equalizer.....................................

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2.2.3 Stereo channel aux/FX send buses....................

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2.2.4 Stereo channel fader

 

 

and other control elements..................................

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2.3

Stereo channels 21 - 24 (SX2442FX)

 

 

or 29 - 32 (SX3242FX).................................................

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2.4

Subgroups 1 - 4............................................................

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2.5

Mono out section for subwoofer applications................

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2.6

Main out section............................................................

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2.6.1 Talkback..............................................................

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2.6.2 Phones & control room........................................

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2.7

CD/tape.........................................................................

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2.8

Master aux send 1 and 2..............................................

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2.9

Graphic 9-band stereo equalizer................................

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2.10 Effects section..........................................................

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2.11 Rear panel.................................................................

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3. Digital effects processor..................................................

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4. Wiring examples................................................................

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4.1

Studio set-up...............................................................

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4.2

Live set-up..................................................................

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5. Audio connectors..............................................................

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6. Presets...............................................................................

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7. Specifications....................................................................

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8. Warranty ............................................................................

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EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX

1. Introduction

Congratulations! With the EURODESK you have acquired a state- of-the-art mixing console that sets new standards. Right from the very start it has been our goal to design a revolutionary unit that can be used for a great variety of applications. And indeed, this overwhelming mixing console gives you plenty of functionality and a broad range of connection and expansion options.

BEHRINGER is a company with its roots in professional recording studio technology. For many years now we have been successful in developing products for studio and live use. These include microphones and studio gear of all kinds (compressors, enhancers, noise gates, tube processors, headphone amplifiers, digital effects,

DI boxes, etc.), monitor and P.A. speakers as well as professional live and recording mixers. Our entire technical know-how has gone into your EURODESK mixing console.

FBQ Feedback Detection System

One of the most outstanding features of this console is the FBQ Feedback Detection System, which is part of the graphic equalizer. This ingenious circuit makes it possible to detect and subsequently eliminate feedback frequencies very quickly. FBQ

increases the brightness of the EQ fader LEDs for the frequency bands where feedback is occurring. What used to be a tedious search for feedback frequencies is now mere child’s play.

XENYX Mic Preamps

The microphone channels feature high-end XENYX Mic Preamps that compare well with costly outboard preamps in terms of sound quality and dynamics and boast the following features:

== 130 dB dynamic range for an incredible amount of headroom

== A bandwidth ranging from below 10 Hz to over 200 kHz for crystal-clear reproduction of even the finest nuances

== The extremely low-noise and distortion-free circuitry guarantees absolutely natural and transparent signal reproduction

== They are perfectly matched to every conceivable microphone with up to 60 dB gain and +48 volt phantom power supply

== They enable you to use the greatly extended dynamic range of your 24-bit/192-kHz HD recorder to the full, thereby maintaining optimal audio quality

“British EQ”

The equalizers used for the XENYX Series are based on the legendary circuitry of top-notch consoles made in Britain, which are renowned throughout the world for their incredibly warm and musical sound character. Even with extreme gain settings these equalizers ensure outstanding audio properties.

What is more, the EURODESK comes with two ef-

fects processors using 24-bit A/D and D/A convert-

ers and the effects algorithms of our renowned 19" multi-effects device VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P.

Each processor offers 99 presets with first-class room simulations, delay and modulation effects as well as compressor, tube distortion and numerous other effects available—all with excellent audio quality!

The mixer is equipped with a state-of-the-art integrated switch-mode power supply. Unlike conventional

designs, this supply automatically adapts to supply voltages between 100 and 240 V. With its considerably higher efficiency, it is also more economical in

terms of power consumption than standard power supply units.

1.1 Before you get started

1.1.1 Shipment

Your product was carefully packed at the factory to ensure safe transport. Nevertheless, if the box is damaged inspect the unit immediately for signs of damage.

++ If the unit is damaged please do NOT return it to us, but notify your dealer and the shipping company immediately; otherwise, claims for damage or replacement may not be granted.

++ We recommend that you use a flight case to give the unit

optimum protection during use or transport.

++ Always use the original box to prevent damage during storage or transport.

++ Make sure that children cannot play unsupervised with the unit or its packaging.

++ Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials.

1.1.2 Initial operation

Ensure adequate air supply and to avoid overheating do not place the unit near radiators etc.

++ Blown fuses must be replaced by fuses of the correct rating! Please refer to the “Specifications” section for the applicable rating.

For connection to the mains use the enclosed power cord with cold connector which complies with the relevant safety regulations.

++ Please make sure that all devices are properly grounded.

For your own safety, never remove or disable the ground conductors from the devices or on the power cords. The unit must always be connected to the mains outlet with a protective grounding connection.

++ We would like to point out that high volume levels may damage your hearing and/or your headphones/ loudspeakers. To avoid switch-on/off thumps from the console and any downstream devices, always make sure that your power amp(s) or active speakers are the last components that are switched on and the first to be switched off. Always make sure that the appropriate volume is set.

Important notes concerning installation

++ The sound quality may diminish within the range of powerful broadcasting stations and high-frequency sources.

Increase the distance between the transmitter and the device and use shielded cables for all connections.

1.1.3 Online Registration

Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting http://www.behringer.com and read the terms and conditions of our 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 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://www. behringer.com).

Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently.

Thank you for your cooperation!

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1.2 The manual

This manual is designed to give you an overview of all control elements and at the same time inform you in detail about how to use them. To provide you with a clear structure, we have grouped the control elements according to their function. They can easily be found on the enclosed numbered illustrations. If you need more detailed information on specific topics, please visit our web site at www.behringer.com. The product-related information pages and the ULTRANET-based glossary explain the relevant audio engineering terminology in full detail.

2. Control elements and connections

This chapter describes the various control elements of your mixing console. All controls and connections are explained in full detail.

2.1Mono input channels

2.1.1Microphone and line inputs

Fig. 2.1: Connectors and controls of the mic/line inputs

{1} Each mono input channel is equipped with a balanced microphone input on an XLR connector, which provides +48

V phantom power for condenser microphones at the touch of a button (see rear panel).

++ Be sure to switch off your audio system before you activate the phantom power supply to prevent audible switch-on thumps from reaching your monitor speakers. Please also note the information given in chapter

2.11 “Rear panel”.

{2} Each mono input also has a balanced line input on 1/4" TRS connectors. Of course, these inputs can also be used with unbalanced plugs (1/4" TS connector).

{3} The INSERT I/O connector is used to process a signal with dynamic processors or equalizers. This insert point isprefader, pre-EQ and pre-aux send.

Unlike reverb and other effects, which are usually added to the dry signal, dynamic processors process the entire signal.

So, aux send buses are not the best solution here. Instead, dynamic processors and equalizers are inserted into the signal path. Once processed, the signal then re-enters the mixing console at the same point where it left. Signal interruption only occurs if a plug is inserted into the corresponding jack (1/4" stereo plug: tip = signal output, ring = input). All mono input channels are equipped with insert points. They can also be used as pre-EQ direct outputs, without signal flow interruption. For this you need a cable with a 1/4" TS connector on the recorder/effects processor end, and a bridged stereo 1/4" TRS connector on the console end (tip and ring interconnected).

{4} The TRIM control adjusts the input gain. Be sure to set this control fully counter-clockwise before you connect or disconnect a signal source to or from one of the inputs.

TRIM has a dual scale: the first scale has a gain from +10 to +60dB for the MIC input.

The second scale has a gain from +10 to -40dBu for the line input. For devices with a nomal line output level of-10 dBV or +4 dBu the setting is as follows: with TRIM fully counterclockwise connect the external device and adjust the output level recommended by the manufacturer. If available, the output level display of the external device should read 0 dB with signal peaks. For +4 dBu increase TRIM, for -10 dBV increase it further. The fine-tuning can be done with a music signal and the LEVEL SET LED, which will illuminate when the optimum operating level has been set.

{5} Mono channels are equipped with a high-slope LOW CUT filter eliminating unwanted low-frequency signals, such as floor rumble (18 dB/oct., -3 dB at 80 Hz).

2.1.2 Equalizer

All mono input channels are equipped with a 3-band equalizer.

The maximum boost/cut of the individual bands is 15 dB, in mid position the EQ is set to neutral.

Fig. 2.2: Equalizer section of input channels

{6} The HIGH control in the EQ section controls the high frequency range of the respective channel. It is a shelving-type filter which can boost or cut all frequencies above a fixed frequency (12 kHz).

{7} The MID control allows you to raise or lower the mid-range level. It is a semi-parametric peak filter, which boosts or cuts the frequency range around a variable mid-range frequency.

Use the FREQ control to select the mid-range frequency from 100 Hz to 8 kHz. Then use the MID control to boost or cut the selected frequency range.

{8} The LOW control boosts or cuts the low-frequency range.

Like the HIGH filter it is a shelving-type filter, which raises or lowers the level of all frequencies below a specific frequency (80 Hz).

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2.1.3 Aux/FX send buses

Aux sends enable you to take the signals from one or multiple channels and collect them on one bus. This signal is then present at one of the aux send jacks, from where it can be routed to an active monitor speaker or external effects device, for example.

The FX returns are subsequently used as a return bus for the processed signal.

Fig. 2.3: AUX/FX send controls in the channel strips

{9} On each channel, the AUX 1 and AUX 2 controls allow you to determine the level of the aux signals sent from the channel. The main aux send signal comprising the aux send signals from all channels can then be adjusted with the corresponding master AUX SEND controls (51), and is present at the AUX SEND outputs (52). Both aux sends are mono, post-EQ, with a gain of up to +15 dB.

(10)Press the PRE switch to set all aux sends to pre-fader. In this case, the volume of the aux signals is no longer dependent on the fader position, so you can create completely independent monitor mixes.

++ For most applications when controlling an external effects device from one of the aux buses, the aux sends must be set post-fader, so that the effect volume in a channel depends on the position of the channel fader.

Otherwise, the effect signal would still be audible, even if the channel was turned down completely. For this type of application it is advisable to leave the PRE switch out

(= not pressed).

(11)FX 1 and FX 2 controls provide a direct route to the built-in effects processor. Additionally, they can be used to control an external effects unit, via the FX SEND 1 and 2 outputs (similar to the AUX SEND 1 and 2 jacks). To ensure that the internal effects processor and the FX SEND outputs actually get a signal, the corresponding FX control must not be set fully counter-clockwise (-oo), and the master FX SEND (see (60)) must be turned up. The FX buses are hard wired post-fader.

++ Please also read chapter 2.10 “Effects section” and 3

“Digital effects processor”.

2.1.4 Mono channel fader and further control elements

Fig. 2.4: Channel fader, pan control, mute button, etc.

(12)The PAN control determines the position of the channel signal in the stereo mix as well as the subgroup to which the channel signal is routed (see chapter 2.4).

(13)Use the MUTE switch to mute the channel signal, so it is no longer part of the main mix. At the same time, all aux buses set to post-fader are muted for the respective channel, while the pre-fader monitor buses remain operative. The MUTE LED is illuminated when the channel is muted.

(14)The CLIP LED illuminates when the channel overloads.

In this case, please reduce the input gain using the TRIM control. This LED also illuminates when you activate the solo function with the SOLO switch below.

(15)The SOLO switch routes the channel signal to the solo bus (Solo In Place) or the PFL bus (Pre Fader Listen). Thus, you can monitor a channel signal without affecting the main output signal. The signal to be monitored is taken either pre (PFL, mono) or post-panorama control (Solo, stereo) and post-channel fader (depending on the position of the SOLO/ PFL switch (40)).

(16)The SUB switch routes the signal to the respective subgroups. Your EURODESK features 4 subgroups (1-2 and 3-4). With the PAN control on the input channel (see (12)) you can determine to which of the two groups the signal is routed (hard left: sub 1 or 3, hard right: sub 2 or 4).

(17)The MAIN switch routes the signal to the main mix.

(18)The channel fader governs the level of the channel signal as part of the main mix (or submix).

2.2Stereo channels

2.2.1Channel inputs

Fig. 2.5: Stereo channel inputs

(19)Each stereo channel is equipped with two balanced line-level inputs on 1/4" TRS connectors for the left and right channels. The channels can also process mono signal, as long as you use the “LEFT” jack only.

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