Behringer BX3000T User Manual

Users Manual

Version 1.1 October 2003

ENGLISH

ULTRABASS BX3000T

ULTRABASS BX3000T

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.

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 device near water.

6) Clean only with a 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, extension cords, and the
point at which they exit the unit.

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 device.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
device combination to avoid injury from stumbling over
it.

13) Unplug this device during lightning storms or when
not used for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the unit 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 device, the unit has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.

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ULTRABASS BX3000T

ULTRABASS

300-Watt bass amplifier with DYNAMIZER technology

BX3000T

s Extremely powerful 300-Watt RMS bass amp head

s Patented* DYNAMIZER technology for ultimate punch

s Switchable ULTRABASS sub-harmonics processor for unbelievable low-end power

s Revolutionary SHAPE filter for extreme sound range

s Extremely musical 5-band EQ with Bright and Deep functions for ultimate tone-shaping

s Integrated limiter and active, temperature-controlled cooling system for ultimate protection

s Vintage-style VU meter for precise signal level control

s Dual footswitch for ULTRABASS and SHAPE functions included

s Balanced XLR DI output, easily accessible on the front panel

s Effects loop with tuner function and line output for additional flexibility

s 3 speaker outputs on 1/4" jack and SPEAKON® connectors

s Ultra-rugged power supply with toroidal transformer for highest power reserves

s Extremely rugged construction ensures long life, even under the most demanding conditions

s Designed in Germany. Manufactured under ISO9000 certified management system

* German Patent No.: 100 15 833

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ULTRABASS BX3000T

FOREWORD

Dear Customer,

Welcome to the team of
ULTRABASS users and
thank you very much for
expressing your confi­dence in BEHRINGER
products by pur­chasing the BEHRINGER
BX3000T.

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 with
an outstanding bass
workstation that gives

you maximum flexibility and performance with its unique sound
character and broad range of functions.

The task to design the new ULTRABASS 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 (manufactured
under ISO9000 certified management system) 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 produce such high-grade
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
ULTRABASS 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 users of BEHRINGER products.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................... 5

1.1 The design concept ........................................................ 5

1.1.1 Patented DYNAMIZER technology ....................... 5

1.2 Before you get started ................................................... 5

1.2.1 Shipment ............................................................... 5

1.2.2 Initial operation...................................................... 5

1.2.3 Warranty .............................................................. 5

2. CONTROL ELEMENTS ............................................... 6

2.1 Front panel ...................................................................... 6

2.2 Rear panel ...................................................................... 7

3. WIRING EXAMPLES ................................................... 7

3.1 Standard setup comprising footswitch and one

loudspeaker .................................................................... 7

3.2 Expanded setup with tuner and connection

to a mixing console ......................................................... 7

3.3 Connecting several loudspeakers ................................. 8

3.3.1 Calculating the total impedance when

connecting several loudspeakers ....................... 8

3.4 Connection of a multi-effects processor ....................... 8

3.5 Setup for master/slave operation .................................. 8

3.5.1 ULTRABASS BX3000T as master ....................... 8

3.5.2 ULTRABASS BX3000T as slave

controlled by an external amp/preamp ................ 8

4. SHAPE FUNCTION ..................................................... 8

5. ULTRABASS FUNCTION ............................................ 9

6. INSTALLATION ........................................................... 9

6.1 Mains connection ........................................................... 9

6.2 Audio connections ......................................................... 9

6.2.1 Loudspeaker connections ................................... 9

7. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... 10

8. WARRANTY .............................................................. 11

My friends, its been worth the trouble!

Thank you very much,

Uli Behringer

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WARNING!

It should be pointed out that extreme output

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volumes may damage your hearing and/or your
headphones. Turn down all LEVEL controls before
you switch on the unit. Always set the volume at an
appropriate level.