Behringer FCV100 User Manual

Users Manual

Version 1.2 July 2003

ENGLISH

FOOT CONTROLLER FCV100

FOOT CONTROLLER FCV100

Welcome to the BEHRINGER family!

Thank you for the confidence you have placed in us by purchasing
the FOOT CONTROLLER FCV100.

The FCV100 is a valuable and versatile tool in your equipment. Its
multiple functions give you the freedom to control even more
parameters by simply using your foot on the pedal. You are able to
control the volume or modulation of one stereo or two individual
musical instruments. With your FCV100 you have a reliable tool that
excels in both live and studio performances.

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Detailed safety precautions:

Please read all safety precautions and operating instructions before
you attempt to operate the unit. Follow all safety precautions and
keep operation instructions for future reference.

Damage:

Take care not to drop your FCV100 as this can lead to severe
damage. BEHRINGER assumes no liability for any damage caused by
the user.

Maintenance and care:

If the FCV100 is not used for more than three months, please remove
the battery to avoid damage caused by battery leakage. The
FCV100 will automatically turn on as soon as plugs are inserted
into the inputs. To save battery power, remember to unplug the jacks
when the unit is not being used.

For mains connection, use the correctly rated 12 V DC power adapter.
A wrong power adapter may damage the unit.

Clean your FCV100 with a dry cloth. Avoid using volatile solvents as
they may damage the surface.

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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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2. CONTROL ELEMENTS

Fig. 2.1: FCV100 controls (part 1)

By switching into NORM mode, the FCV100 is capable of
controlling the volume of two individual musical instruments.
Signals from INPUT 1/2 are led to OUTPUT 1/2. In CV mode the
FCV100 can control modulation and volume levels of other musical
instruments by connecting OUTPUT 2 to the volume or modulation
input of the instrument. In CV mode, when OUTPUT 2 is in use,
INPUT/OUTPUT 1 can still be used for controlling the volume of
another instrument, similar to NORM mode. All connections are
made with standard 1/4" TRS plugs.

In NORM mode, these jacks are used to feed separate instrument
inputs with the FCV100s input signal. If you only use OUTPUT 2
in CV mode, the FCV100 functions as a CV controller.

Turning the MIN VOL control fully clockwise will increase the
volume at the minimum setting. This allows you to set the volume
range.

You can set the volume level by either turning the volume level
control or by pressing the pedal until you reach the desired
volume level.

2. CONTROL ELEMENTS

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Fig. 2.2: FCV100 controls (part 2)

When the battery LED indicator dims or does not light up,
you need to replace the battery. For instructions on how to
replace the battery, please refer to chapter 3 BATTERY
INSTALLATION & REPLACEMENT.

Connect your instruments via the INPUTS 1/2 using the NORM
mode. In CV mode, INPUT 2 of your FVC100 can not be used
since the control signal comes exclusively from OUTPUT 2. As
stated before, you may use INPUT 1/OUTPUT 1 in CV mode to
control the volume level of another instrument.

Fig. 2.3: FCV100 controls (part 3)

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2. CONTROL ELEMENTS

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The FCV100 can be operated via an 12 V DC power adapter
or with a 9 V battery (Type 6LR91). If you use a battery and
the power adapter at the same time, the FCV100 draws no
power from the battery.

3. BATTERY INSTALLATION & REPLACEMENT

To access the battery compartment, please follow the instructions:

1. Loosen the latch screw on the underside of the FCV100 and
remove the base.

2. Remove the old battery and replace it with a new one.

3. Reattach the base.

+ Remember to unplug the jacks when the unit is not

being used so as to conserve battery life.

4. CONNECTIONS

Fig. 4.1: 1/4" TS connector

4. CONNECTIONS

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Fig. 4.2: 1/4" TRS connector

5. MULTILINGUAL DOCUMENTATION

The following versions of this manual can be downloaded free of
charge at www.behringer.com: German, French, Spanish, Italian,
Dutch, Finnish, Swedish, Danish, Portuguese, Greek and Japanese.

6. SPECIFICATIONS

Input/output 1/4" TRS connectors
Maximum input level 2 V (RMS)
Input impedance 300 kΩ
Output impedance 560 Ω
Attenuation range 0 - 70 dB
Total harmonic distortion 0.04% (1 kHz @ 1 V (RMS) output)
Signal-to-noise ratio 94 dB
Power supply 12 V / 50 mA DC power adapter
Battery power 9 V battery type 6LR91
Power consumption 5 mA
Dimensions 6" (150 mm) x 5" (130 mm) x 2 3/8" (60 mm)
Weight approx. 650 g (1.43 lbs)

BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of
these efforts, modifications may be made to existing products from time to time without prior notice.
Specifications and appearance may therefore differ from those listed or shown.

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6. SPECIFICATIONS

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7. WARRANTY

To be protected by the extended warranty, the buyer must complete and return the enclosed warranty card
within 14 days of the date of purchase to BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, in accordance
with the conditions stipulated in § 3. Failure to return the card in due time (date as per postmark) will void
any extended warranty claims. Based on the conditions herein, the buyer may also choose to use the
online registration option via the Internet (www.behringer.com or www.behringer.de).

1. BEHRINGER (BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH including all BEHRINGER subsidiaries
listed on the enclosed page, except BEHRINGER Japan) warrants the mechanical and electronic components
of this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year* from the original
date of purchase, in accordance with the warranty regulations described below. If the product shows any
defects within the specified warranty period that are not excluded from this warranty as described under

§ 3 and 4, BEHRINGER shall, at its discretion, either replace or repair the product using suitable new or
reconditioned parts. In the case that other parts are used which constitute an improvement, BEHRINGER
may, at its discretion, charge the customer for the additional cost of these parts.

2. If the warranty claim proves to be justified, the product will be returned to the user freight prepaid.

3. Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded.

1. To obtain warranty service, the buyer (or his authorized dealer) must call BEHRINGER (see enclosed
list) during normal business hours BEFORE returning the product. All inquiries must be accompanied
by a description of the problem. BEHRINGER will then issue a return authorization number.

2. Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original shipping carton, together with the return
authorization number to the address indicated by BEHRINGER.

3. Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted.

1. Warranty services will be furnished only if the product is accompanied by a copy of the original retail
dealers invoice. Any product deemed eligible for repair or replacement by BEHRINGER under the terms
of this warranty will be repaired or replaced within 30 days of receipt of the product at BEHRINGER.

2. If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to comply with applicable technical or safety
standards on a national or local level, in any country which is not the country for which the product was
originally developed and manufactured, this modification/adaptation shall not be considered a defect
in materials or workmanship. The warranty does not cover any such modification/adaptation, irrespective
of whether it was carried out properly or not. Under the terms of this warranty, BEHRINGER shall not be
held responsible for any cost resulting from such a modification/adaptation.

3. Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are expressly excluded from this warranty, in particular,
if caused by improper handling of the product by the user. This also applies to defects caused by normal
wear and tear, in particular, of faders, potentiometers, keys/buttons and similar parts.

4. Damages/defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this warranty:

s improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given

in BEHRINGER user or service manuals.

s connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not comply with the technical or safety

regulations applicable in the country where the product is used.

s damages/defects caused by force majeure or any other condition that is beyond the control of

BEHRINGER.

§ 1 WARRANTY CARD/ONLINE REGISTRATION

§ 2 WARRANTY

§ 3 RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER

§ 4 WARRANTY REGULATIONS

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5. Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized personnel (user included) will void the
warranty.

6. If an inspection of the product by BEHRINGER shows that the defect in question is not covered by
the warranty, the inspection costs are payable by the customer.

7. Products which do not meet the terms of this warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyers
expense. BEHRINGER will inform the buyer of any such circumstance. If the buyer fails to submit a
written repair order within 6 weeks after notification, BEHRINGER will return the unit C.O.D. with a
separate invoice for freight and packing. Such costs will also be invoiced separately when the buyer has
sent in a written repair order.

This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer (customer of retail dealer) and is not transferable
to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product. No other person (retail dealer, etc.) shall be
entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf of BEHRINGER.

Failure of BEHRINGER to provide proper warranty service shall not entitle the buyer to claim (consequential)
damages. In no event shall the liability of BEHRINGER exceed the invoiced value of the product.

1. This warranty does not exclude or limit the buyers statutory rights provided by national law, in
particular, any such rights against the seller that arise from a legally effective purchase contract.

2. The warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable unless they constitute an infringement of
national warranty law.

* Customers in the European Union please contact BEHRINGER Germany Support for further details.

§ 5 WARRANTY TRANSFERABILITY

§ 6 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES

§ 7 OTHER WARRANTY RIGHTS AND NATIONAL LAW

The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. No part of this

manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical,

including photocopying and recording of any kind, for any purpose, without the express written

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permission of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH.

BEHRINGER is a registered trademark. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38,

© 2003 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH.

47877 Willich-Münchheide II, Germany

Tel. [phone], Fax [phone]

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