Ultra-high resolution 61-band real-time FFT analyzer with additional auto EQ function for room and loudspeaker equalization
Unique VPQ (Virtual Paragraphic EQ) option allows parametric control of graphic EQs
State-of-the-art compressor/expander with peak limiter per stereo channel, additional stereo imager and s tereo delay for delay line applic ations
Multi-functional level meters (peak/RMS, VU and SPL meter with dBA /dBC weighting via RTA/Mic input)
64 user memories for complete setups and/or individual module congurations
Separate mic /line input with phantom p ower for RTA and Auto-EQ applications
Balanced inputs and servo -balanced outputs with gold-plated XLR connectors, s tereo aux output, AES/EBU and S/PDIF inputs and outputs (XLR and optical)
Professional Wordclock input and MIDI connections for full remote control, preset dumps and system updates
Open architecture allowing future sof tware updates via MIDI
"Planet Earth" switching power supply for maximum exibility (100 - 240 V~), noise-free audio, superior transient response plus low power consumption for energy saving
High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany
Specications
Analog Inputs
Type electronically balanced
Connector XLR
Impedance 22 kΩ at 1 kHz
Max. input level +12 or +22 dBu, switchable
CMRR 40 dB typ.
Analog Outputs (Main)
Type servo-balanced
Connector XLR
Impedance 100 Ω at 1 kHz
System Specications
Frequency range 10 Hz to 35 kHz (-1 dB)
@ 96 kHz sampling rate
Signal-to-noise ratio > 113 dB main input/output
> 107 dB aux output
THD 0.007 % typ. @ +4 dBu, 1 k Hz, unity
gain
Crosstalk < -92 dB/-95 dB
Bypass
Type Relay, hard-bypass in case of power
failure
Max. outpu t level +12 or +22 dBu, switchable
Analog O utputs (Aux)
Type servo-balanced
Connector ¼" stereo jack
Impedance 100 Ω at 1 kHz
Max. outpu t level +12 dBu
Measurement Microphone Input
Type electronically balanced
Input impedance 2 kΩ
Max. input level (LINE) variable from -14 dBu to +22 dBu
Max. input level (MIC) variable from -42 dBV/Pa to -6 dBV/Pa
Phantom power +15 V, switchable
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Digital Input 1
Type XLR transformer-balanced
Standard AES/EBU or S/PDIF
Input impedance 110 Ω
Nom. input level 0.2 - 5 V peak-to-peak
Digital Input 2
Type TOSLINK optical
Standard AES/EBU or S/PDIF
Digital Output 1
Type XLR transformer-balanced
Standard AES/EBU or S/PDIF
Impedance 110 Ω
Output level 3.5 V peak-to-peak
Digital Output 2
Type TOSLINK optical
Standard AES/EBU or S/PDIF
Sync Inp ut
Type BNC
Parametric Equalizer (PEQ)
Type max. 10 independent, fullyparametric
ltersper channel
Frequency range 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Bandwidth 1/10 to 10 oct., shelving lters (6 and
12 dB)
Control range +15 to -15 dB
Dynamic Equalizer (DEQ)
Type max. 3 independent, fully parametric
ltersper channel
Frequency range 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Bandwidth 1/10 to 10 oct., shelving lters (6 and
12 dB)
Control range +15 to -15 dB
Threshold variable from 0 to -6 0 dB
Attack 0 to 200 msec
Release 20 to 4,000 msec
Ratio 1:2 to 1:100
Feedback Destroyer (FBD)
Type digital signal analysis for
feedbackidentication
Standard Wordclock (1 x sample rate)
Input impedance 50 kΩ
Nom. level 2 - 6 V peak-to-peak
MIDI Interface
Type 5-pole DIN jacks In/Out/ Thru
Implementation cf. MIDI implementation chart
Digital Processing
Converter 24-bit Delta-Sigma,
64/128-oversampling (AKM®)
Sample rate 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
Graphic Equalizer (GEQ)
Type digital 1/3-oct EQ
Frequency range 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 31 1/3-oct. bands
according to ISO frequencies
Bandwidth 1/3-oct.
Control range +15 to -15 dB
Filter max. 10 digital notch lters per
channel, programmable or as
automatic feedback suppression
system
Frequency range 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Bandwidth 1/10 to 1/60 oct.
Control range 0 to -60 dB
Digital Delay
Type digital s tereo delay
Max. delay time 300 ms, independently adjustable for
eachchannel
Min. resolution 0.02 ms
Delay units seconds, meters or feet
Level Meter
Type digital level meter with simultaneous
graphic display of peak and RMS
values and virtual analog VU meter
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SPL Meter
Weighting dB (A), dB (C) or OFF
Microphone calibration -42 dBV/Pa to -6 dBV/Pa
Dynamics
Type Expander or compressor with digital
IGC (Interact ive Gain Control)
Threshold variable from 0 to -6 0 dB
Attack 0 to 200 msec
Release 20 to 4,000 msec
Ratio 1:1.1 to 1:100
Limiter
Type Peak limiter (zero attack)
Hold 0 to 1,000 msec
Threshold variable from 0 to -24 dB
Release 20 to 4,000 msec
Real-Time Analyzer
Type digital 61-band FF T analyzer
Frequency range 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 61 bands according to
ISOfrequencies
Display
Type 320 x 80 dot-matrix LC display
Backlighting LED, orange
Contrast adjustable
Memory
Presets 64 memor y locations with
16-character names, single modules
can be recalled andsaved
Power Supply
Mains voltage 85 to 250 V~, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 10 W typ.
Fuse T 1 A H
Mains connector Standard IEC receptacle
Dimensions/Weight
Dimensions (H x D x W) 44.5 x 482.6 x 215 mm
(1.75 x 19 x 8.5")
Weight approx. 2.24 kg (4.9 lbs)
Shipping weight approx. 3.09 kg (6.8 lbs)
Detectors peak and average
Noise generator pink noise, levels from 0 to -6 0 dB
BEHRING ER is constant ly strivin g to maintain the h ighest prof essional st andards. As a r esult of thes e effor ts, modif ications may b e made from tim e to time to exis ting produc ts withou t prior notic e. Specific ations and app earance may dif fer from t hose listed
or illustrated .