XENYX 1622FX 1832FX 2222FX 2442FX
User’s Manual
Version 1.0 January 2006
XENYX 1622FX/1832FX/2222FX/2442FX
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
WARNING: 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 and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure—voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
DETAILED SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
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)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12)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.
13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
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.
15)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 unless you are qualified to do so.
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FOREWORD
Dear Customer,
I'm sure you're one of those people who have devoted themselves body and soul to your chosen area and no doubt this has made you an expert in your field.
Well, for over 30 years, my passion has been music and electronics. This not only led me to establish BEHRINGER, but also enabled me to share my enthusiasm with our employees. During all the years I've been involved with studio technology and end users, I have
developed a feel for the things that really count, such as sound quality, reliability and ease of use. What is more, I have always had the desire to test the boundaries of what is technically feasible.
It was precisely this motivation that prompted me to start work on a new series of mixing consoles. Since our EURORACKs had already set new standards world-wide, I knew the development objectives behind the next generation of mixing consoles had to be especially ambitious.
Thus, the concept and design of the new XENYX mixing consoles bear my signature. The design work, the entire circuit diagram and PCB development, and even the mechanical concepts are my own work. I carefully selected each individual component - with the aim of pushing the mixing consoles' combining analog and digital technologies to their limits.
My vision was to enable you, the user, to give free rein to your true potential and creativity. The result is mixing consoles that combine incredible performance with intuitive operability. They cannot fail to impress with their extremely flexible routing possibilities plus a fantastic wealth of functions. Innovative technologies, such as the completely new XENYX Mic Preamps and the "British" EQs, guarantee optimum sound quality. And extraordinarily high-quality components provide unrivalled reliability, even under extreme loads.
Thanks to the quality and ease of use of your new XENYX mixing console you'll soon come to appreciate that I, both personally and in my capacity as musician and sound engineer, put you, the end user, first and that these products were only possible because of the passion and the attention to detail that went into them.
Thank you for the confidence you have placed in us by purchasing the XENYX mixing console. I should also like to thank all those who, with their personal commitment and passion, have helped me create this impressive series of mixing consoles.
Kindest regards,
Uli Behringer
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I1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................ |
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1.1 General mixing console functions .................................. |
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1.2 The user’s manual .......................................................... |
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Before you get started ................................................... |
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1.3.1 Shipment ................................................................ |
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1.3.2 Initial operation ....................................................... |
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1.3.3 Online registration ................................................. |
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2. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND CONNECTORS .............. |
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2.1 Mono 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 Monitor and effects busses (Aux sends) ............ |
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2.1.4 Routing switch, PAN, SOLO and channel fader ... |
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2.2 Stereo channels .............................................................. |
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2.2.1 Channel inputs ....................................................... |
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2.2.2 Equalizer stereo channels .................................... |
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2.2.3 Aux sends stereo channels .................................. |
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2.2.4 Routing switch, solo and channel fader .............. |
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2.3 Interface panel and main section ................................... |
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2.3.1 MON control, aux sends 1, 2 and 3 (FX) .............. |
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2.3.2 Aux send jacks ...................................................... |
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2.3.3 Stereo aux return connectors .............................. |
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2.3.4 The monitor section of the 1832FX ....................... |
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2.3.5 Stereo aux return control ...................................... |
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2.3.6 Supplement to 1832FX ........................................ |
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2.3.7 XPQ Surround function (1832FX only) ............... |
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2.3.8 CD/Tape input, CD/tape output ............................ |
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2.3.9 Lamp socket (2442FX only) ................................ |
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2.3.10 Level meter and monitoring ............................... |
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2.3.11 Subgroups and main mix fader ......................... |
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3. GRAPHIC 9-BAND EQUALIZER (1832FX only) ....... |
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4. DIGITALEFFECTS PROCESSOR .............................. |
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5. REAR PANELCONNECTORS ................................... |
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5.1 Main mix outputs, insert points and |
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control room outputs ........................................................... |
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5.2 Subgroup outputs ......................................................... |
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5.3 Inserts ........................................................................... |
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5.4 Direct outputs (2442FX only) ....................................... |
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5.5 Voltage supply, phantom power supply |
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and fuse ....................................................................... |
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6. INSTALLATION ......................................................... |
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6.1 Rack mounting ............................................................... |
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6.2 Cable connections ........................................................ |
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6.2.1 Audio connections ............................................... |
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7. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... |
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8. WARRANTY .............................................................. |
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XENYX 1622FX/1832FX/2222FX/2442FX
1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! In purchasing the BEHRINGER XENYX you have acquired a mixer whose small size belies its incredible versatility and audio performance.
The XENYX Series represents a milestone in the development of mixing console technology. With the new XENYX microphone preamps including phantom power as an option, balanced line inputs and a powerful effects section, the mixing consoles in the XENYX Series are optimally equipped for live and studio applications. Owing to state-of-the-art circuitry your XENYX console produces a warm analog sound that is unrivalled. With the addition of the latest digital technology these best-in-class consoles combine the advantages of both analog and digital technology.
XENYX Mic Preamp
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:
s130 dB dynamic range for an incredible amount of headroom
sA bandwidth ranging from below 10 Hz to over 200 kHz for crystal-clear reproduction of even the finest nuances
sThe extremely low-noise and distortion-free circuitry guarantees absolutely natural and transparent signal reproduction
sThey are perfectly matched to every conceivable microphone with up to 60 dB gain and +48 volt phantom power supply
sThey 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.
Multi-effects processor
Additionally, your XENYX mixing console has an effects processor with 24-bit A/D and D/A converters included, which gives you 100 presets producing first-class reverb, delay and modulation effects plus
numerous multi-effects in excellent audio quality.
The XENYX mixing consoles are equipped with a state-of-the-art switched-mode power supply (SMPS). Unlike conventional circuitry an SMPS provides an optimum supply current regardless of the input voltage. And thanks to its considerably
higher efficiency a switched-mode power supply uses less energy than conventional power supplies.
FBQ Feedback Detection System
The FBQ Feedback Detection System integrated into the graphic EQ of your 1832FX is one of this mixer’s most outstanding features.
This ingenious circuitry lets you immediately recognize and eliminate feedback frequencies. The FBQ Feedback Detection System uses the LEDs in the frequency band faders of the graphic EQ to indicate the critical frequencies. This way, what once used to be a labor-intensive search for feedback frequencies is now an activity that even a child could master.
Voice Canceller
We have added another useful feature to the XENYX 1832FX: the Voice Canceller.
The Voice Canceller is a filter circuitry that filters out vocal portions from a track. Therefore, this mixing console is
ideally suited for use as a karaoke machine. This feature is also an optimal solution for singers who need accompanying music for their rehearsals.
USB/Audio interface
The USB interface supplied with the unit is a perfect match for the XENYX Series and serves as a powerful recording interface to your PC or MAC®. It supports the digital transmission of signals on up to four channels with max. 48 kHz and extremely low latency. When wired to the CD/TAPE INPUT and OUTPUT connectors, the interface transfers the stereo mix from the console directly to a computer. Both the recording signal and the playback signal from the computer can be monitored at the same time. In this way, you can use several recording runs to produce complete multi-track recordings.
CAUTION!
+We should like to draw your attention to the fact that extreme volumes may damage your hearing and/or your headphones or loudspeakers. Turn the MAIN MIX faders and phones control in the main section fully down before you switch on the unit. Always be careful to set the appropriate volume.
1.1 General mixing console functions
A mixing console fulfils three main functions:
sSignal processing:
Preamplification
Microphones convert sound waves into voltage that has to be amplified several-fold; then, this voltage is turned into sound that is reproduced in a loudspeaker. Because microphone capsules are very delicate in their construction, output voltage is very low and therefore susceptible to interference. Therefore, mic signal voltage is amplified directly at the mixer input to a higher signal level that is less prone to interference. This higher, interference-safe signal level has to be achieved through amplification using an amplifier of the highest quality in order to amplify the signal and add as little noise to it as possible. The XENYX Mic Preamp performs this role beautifully, leaving no traces of noise or sound coloration. Interference that could take place at the preamplification level could affect signal quality and purity, and would then be passed on to all other devices, resulting in inaccurate sounding program during recording or playback.
Level-setting
Signals fed into the mixer using a DI-box (Direct Injection) or the output of a sound card or a keyboard, often have to be adjusted to the operating level of your mixing console.
Frequency response correction
Using the equalizers found in each channel strip, you can simply, quickly and effectively adjust the way a signal sounds.
Effects mixing
In addition to the effects processor contained in your mixer, using the insert connectors on the mono channels and both aux busses lets you insert additional signal processors into your signal path.
sSignal distribution:
Individual signals adjusted at each channel strip are laid out at the aux sends and returns, and are either fed into external effects processors or fed back to the internal effects processor. Then, the signals are brought back into the main mix either via the aux return connectors or via direct internal wiring. The mix for the on-stage musicians is also created using the aux sends (monitor mix). Similarly, for example, signals for recording equipment, power amplifiers, headphones and 2-track outputs can also be taken.
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sMix:
All other mixing console functions fall under this vital category. Creating a mix means primarily adjusting the volume levels of individual instruments and voices to one another as well as giving them the appropriate weight within the overall frequency spectrum. Likewise, you’ll have to sensibly spread individual voices across the stereo image of a signal. At the end of this process, adjusting the level of the entire mix to other equipment in the signal path is required (e. g. recorder/crossover/amplifier).
The control surface of BEHRINGER mixing consoles is optimized in such a way that these functions become easy to fulfil while the signal path remains simple to follow.
1.2 The user’s manual
The user’s manual is designed to give you both an overview of the controls, as well as detailed information on how to use them. In order to help you understand the links between the controls, we have arranged them in groups according to their function. If you need to know more about specific issues, please visit our website at http://www.behringer.com. Additional information and explanations about various music industry/audio technology terminology can be found on individual product pages as well as in the glossary.
+The block diagram supplied with the mixing console gives you an overview of the connections between the inputs and outputs, as well as the associated switches and controls.
1.3Before you get started
1.3.1 Shipment
Your mixing console was carefully packed in the factory to guarantee safe transport. Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the packaging and its contents for any signs of physical damage, which may have occurred during transit.
+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.
1.3.2 Initial operation
Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling purposes and to avoid over-heating please do not place your mixing console on high-temperature devices such as radiators or power amps. The console is connected to the mains via the supplied cable. The console meets the required safety standards. Blown fuses must only be replaced by fuses of the same type and rating.
+Please note that all units must be properly grounded. For your own safety, you should never remove any ground connectors from electrical devices or power cables, or render them inoperative.
+Please ensure that only qualified people install and operate the mixing console. During installation and operation, the user must have sufficient electrical contact to earth, otherwise electrostatic discharges might affect the operation of the unit.
1.3.3 Online registration
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting www.behringer.com (alternatively www.behringer.de) and kindly read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, our goal is to have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact the 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 (www.behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND
CONNECTORS
This chapter describes the various control elements of your mixing console. All controls, switches and connectors will be discussed in detail.
2.1Mono channels
2.1.1Microphone and line inputs
Fig. 2.1: Connectors and controls of mic/line inputs
MIC
Each mono input channel offers a balanced microphone input via the XLR connector and also features switchable +48 V phantom power supply for condenser microphones. The XENYX preamps provide undistorted and noise-free gain as is typically known only from costly outboard preamps.
+Please mute your monitor system before you switch on phantom power. Otherwise potentially damaging thumps will be sent to your speakers. Please also note the instructions in chapter 5.5 “Voltage supply, phantom power and fuse”.
LINE IN
Each mono input also has a balanced line input on a 1/4" jack. You can also connect unbalanced devices using mono jacks to these inputs.
+Please remember that you can use either the microphone input or the line input of a channel, but not both at the same time!
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INSERT
Insert points enable the processing of a signal with dynamic processors or equalizers. They are sourced pre-fader, pre-EQ and pre-aux send. Detailed information on using insert points can be found in chapter 5.3.
+Unlike the 2442FX, the 1622FX, 1832FX and 2222FX have their insert points located on the rear of the console.
TRIM
Use the TRIM control to adjust the input gain. This control should always be turned fully counter-clockwise whenever you connect or disconnect a signal source to one of the inputs.
The scale has 2 different value ranges: the first value range (+10 to +60 dB) refers to the MIC input and shows the amplification for the signals fed in there.
The second value range (+10 to -40 dB) refers to the line input and shows its sensitivity. The settings for equipment with st andard line-level signals (-10 dBV or +4 dBu) look like this: While the TRIM control is turned all the way down, connect your equipment. Set the TRIM control to the external devices’ standard output level. If that unit has an output signal level display, it should show 0 dB during signal peaks. For +4 dBu, turn up TRIM slightly, for -10 dBV a bit more. Fine-tuning of a signal being fed in is done using the level meter. To route the channel signal to the level meter, you have to press the SOLO switch and set the MODE switch in the main section to PFL (LEVEL SET).
Using the TRIM control, drive the signal to the 0-dB mark. This way you have a vast amount of drive headroom for use with very dynamic signals. The CLIP display should light up only rarely, preferably never. While fine-tuning, the equalizer should be set to neutral.
LOW CUT
Additionally, the mono channels of the mixing consoles have a high-slope LOW CUT filter for eliminating unwanted, lowfrequency signal components (75 Hz, 18 dB/octave).
2.1.2 Equalizer
All mono input channels have a 3-band equalizer with semiparametric mid bands. All bands provide boost or cut of up to 15 dB. In the central position, the equalizer is off (flat).
The circuitry of the British EQs is based on the technology used in the best-known top-of-the-line consoles and providing a warm sound without any unwanted side effects. The result are extremely musical equalizers which, unlike simple equalizers, cause no side effects such as phase shifting or bandwidth limitation, even with extreme gain settings of ±15 dB.
Fig. 2.2: Equalizer of the input channels
The upper (HIGH) and the lower (LOW) bands are shelving filters that increase or decrease all frequencies above or below their cut-off frequency. The cut-off frequencies of the upper and lower bands are 12 kHz and 80 Hz respectively. For the mid range, the console features a semi-parametric equalizer with a filter quality (Q) of 1 octave, tunable from 100 Hz to 8 kHz. Use
the MID control to set the amount of boost or cut, and the FREQ control to determine the central frequency.
2.1.3 Monitor and effects busses (Aux sends)
Fig. 2.3: Aux Send control MON and FX in the channel strips
Monitor and effects busses (AUX sends) source their signals via a control from one or more channels and sum these signals to a so-called bus. This bus signal is sent to an aux send connector (for monitoring applications: MON OUT) and then routed, for example, to an active monitor speaker or external effects device. In the latter case, the effects return can then be brought back into the console via the aux return connectors.
All monitor and effects busses are mono, are tapped into post EQ and offer amplification of up to +15 dB.
Pre-fader/post-fader
When using effects on a channel signal, it is usual to have the aux send post fader so that the balance between effect and dry signal stays constant even when the channel fader is altered. If this were not the case, the effects signal of the channel would remain audible even when the channel fader is turned all the way down. For monitoring, the aux sends are generally pre-fader, i.e. they operate independently of the position of the channel fader.
PRE
When the PRE switch is pressed down, the associated aux send is taken pre-fader.
FX
The aux send marked FX offers a direct route to the built-in effects processor and is therefore post-fader and post-mute. Please refer to chapter 4 “DIGITAL EFFECTS PROCESSOR” for detailed information.
+If you are using the built-in effects processor, make sure that STEREO AUX RETURN 3 has nothing plugged into it (2442FX and 2222FX), otherwise the internal effects return will be muted. This is not relevant if you use the FX OUT jack to drive an external effects device.
+1622FX and 1832FX: On these consoles, the above note refers to the STEREO AUX RETURN 2 jacks as these models do not have a dedicated effect output.
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