Behringer FEX800 User Manual

User Manual

MINIFEX FEX800

Ultra-Compact Stereo Multi-FX Processor

2 MINIFEX FEX800 User Manual

Table of Contents

Thank you .......................................................................2

Important Safety Instructions

Legal Disclaimer

Limited Warranty

1. Introduction

1.1 Before you get started

1.1.1 Shi pment

1.1.2 Initial operation

1.1.3 Warrant y

1.2 The user’s manual

2. Control Elements

2.1 Microphone channels

2.2 Stereo channels

2.3 MAIN OUT section

2.4 HEADPHONE section

2.5 XPQ 3D surround function

2.6 Eects loop

2.7 Crossfader section

2.8 Auto BPM Counter

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2.9 Connections

3. Installation

3.1 Audio connections

4. Specications

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Thank you

Thank you for showing your condence in BEHRINGER products by purchasing
the MINIFEX FEX800. With the MINIFEX FEX800 you have purchased an extremely
exible yet easy-to-use multi-eects device, which you will surely come
to appreciate for its sound enhancement capabilities both on stage and in
thestudio.

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dealers only. Distributorsand dealers are not agents of

Important Safety Instructions

Terminals marked with this
symbol carry electrical current of

su cient magnitude to constitute
risk of electric shock. Useonly high-quality
commercially-available speaker cables with
¼"TS plugs pre- installed. Allother installation
or modi cation should be performed only by
quali edpersonnel.

This symbol, wherever it appears,

alerts you to the presence of

uninsulated dangerous voltage
inside the enclosure -voltage that may be
su cient 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.

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
quali edpersonnel.

Caution

To reduce the risk of  re 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  lled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Caution

These service instructions are

for use by quali ed 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 quali ed
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 ampli ers)
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  t 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. Use only attachments/accessories
speci ed by themanufacturer.

12. Use only with
the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, ortable
speci ed 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 quali ed 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. The apparatus shall be connected to
a MAINS socket outlet with a protective
earthingconnection.

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

Legal Disclaimer

Technical speci cations and appearance are
subject to change without notice. The information
contained herein is correct at the time of printing.
All trademarks are the property of their respective
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loss which may be su ered by any person who
relies either wholly or in part upon any description,

speci cations may vary slightly from product.
BEHRINGER products are sold through authorized

MUSICGroup and have absolutely no authority to bind
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Limited Warranty

§ 1 Warranty

This limited warranty is valid only if you

(1)

purchased the product from a BEHRINGER
authorized dealer in the country of purchase.
A list of authorized dealers can be found on
BEHRINGER’s website behringer. com under
“Where to Buy“, or you can contact the
BEHRINGER o ce closest toyou.

(2) MUSICGroup* warrants the mechanical

and electronic components of this product
to be free of defects in material and
workmanship if used under normal operating
conditions for a period of one (1) year from
the original date of purchase (seethe Limited
Warranty terms in §4below), unless a longer
minimum warranty period is mandated by
applicable local laws. If the product shows

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factory-applied serial number has been altered

any defects within the speci ed warranty
period and that defect is not excluded under

§4, MUSICGroup shall, at its discretion,
eitherreplace or repair the product using
suitable new or reconditioned product or
parts. Incase MUSICGroup decides to replace
the entire product, thislimited warranty shall
apply to the replacement product for the
remaining initial warranty period, i.e., one
(1) year (or otherwise applicable minimum
warranty period) from the date of purchase of
the original product.

(3) Upon validation of the warranty claim,

the repaired or replacement product will
be returned to the user freight prepaid by
MUSICGroup.

(4) Warranty claims other than those

indicated above are expressly excluded.

PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT.
ITISYOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE COVERING
YOUR LIMITED WARRANTY. THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT SUCH PROOF
OFPURCHASE.

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Please do remember to register your
new BEHRINGER equipment right after
your purchase at behringer. com under
“Support” and kindly read the terms
and conditions of our limited warranty
carefully. Registeringyour purchase and
equipment with us helps us process your
repair claims quicker and more e ciently.
Thankyouforyour cooperation!

§ 3 Return materials
authorization

To obtain warranty service, pleasecontact

(1)

the retailer from whom the equipment
was purchased. Should your BEHRINGER
dealer not be located in your vicinity,
youmay contact the BEHRINGER distributor
for your country listed under “Support”
at behringer. com. Ifyour country is not
listed, please check if your problem can be
dealt with by our “Online Support” which
may also be found under “Support” at
behringer. com. Alternatively,please submit
an online warranty claim at behringer. com
BEFORE returning the product. All inquiries

must be accompanied by a description of
the problem and the serial number of the
product. Afterverifying the product’s warranty
eligibility with the original sales receipt,
MUSICGroup will then issue a ReturnMaterials
Authorization (“RMA”)number.

(2) Subsequently, the product must be

returned in its original shipping carton,
together with the return authorization
number to the address indicated by
MUSICGroup.

(3) Shipments without freight prepaid will

not beaccepted.

§ 4 Warranty Exclusions

This limited warranty does not cover

(1)

consumable parts including, but not limited
to, fuses and batteries. Where applicable,
MUSICGroup warrants the valves or meters
contained in the product to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for
a period of ninety (90) days from date
ofpurchase.

(2) This limited warranty does not cover

the product if it has been electronically
or mechanically modi ed in any way.
If the product needs to be modi ed 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 modi cation/adaptation shall not
be considered a defect in materials or
workmanship. Thislimited warranty does
not cover any such modi cation/adaptation,
regardlessof whether it was carried out
properly or not. Under the terms of this limited
warranty, MUSICGroup shall not be held
responsible for any cost resulting from such a
modi cation/ adaptation.

(3) This limited warranty covers only the

product hardware. It does not cover technical
assistance for hardware or software usage
and it does not cover any software products
whether or not contained in the product.
Any such software is provided “AS IS” unless
expressly provided for in any enclosed
software limitedwarranty.

(4) This limited warranty is invalid if the

or removed from theproduct.

(5) Free inspections and maintenance/repair

work are expressly excluded from this limited
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, crossfaders,
potentiometers, keys/ buttons, guitar strings,
illuminantsand similar parts.

(6) Damage/defects caused by the

following conditions are not covered by this
limitedwarranty:

• improper handling, neglect or failure to
operate the unit in compliance with the
instructions given in BEHRINGER user or
service manuals;

• 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;

• damage/defects caused by acts of God/
Nature (accident,  re,  ood, etc) or any
other condition that is beyond the control
of MUSICGroup.

(7) Any repair or opening of the unit carried

out by unauthorized personnel (userincluded)
will void the limitedwarranty.

(8) If an inspection of the product by

MUSICGroup shows that the defect in
question is not covered by the limited
warranty, theinspection costs are payable by
thecustomer.

(9) Products which do not meet the

terms of this limited warranty will be
repaired exclusively at the buyer’s expense.
MUSICGroup or its authorized service
center will inform the buyer of any such
circumstance. If the buyer fails to submit a
written repair order within 6 weeks after
noti cation, MUSICGroup 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.

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auctions. Purchases made through an online
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Onlineauction con rmations or sales receipts
are not accepted for warranty veri cation and
MUSICGroup will not repair or replace any
product purchased through an onlineauction.

§ 5 Warranty transferability

This limited warranty is extended exclusively
to the original buyer (customerof authorized
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 MUSICGroup.

§ 6 Claim for damage

Subject only to the operation of mandatory
applicable local laws, MUSICGroup shall have
no liability to the buyer under this warranty for
any consequential or indirect loss or damage
of any kind. In no event shall the liability of
MUSICGroup under this limited warranty
exceed the invoiced value of the product.

§ 9 Amendment

Warranty service conditions are subject
to change without notice. For the latest
warranty terms and conditions and additional
information regarding MUSICGroup’s limited
warranty, please see complete details online
at behringer. com.

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§ 7 Limitation of liability

This limited warranty is the complete
and exclusive warranty between you and
MUSICGroup. It supersedes all other written or
oral communications related to this product.
MUSICGroup provides no other warranties for
this product.

§ 8 Other warranty rights and
nationallaw

This limited warranty does not exclude or

(1)

limit the buyer’s statutory rights as a consumer
in any way.

(2) The limited warranty regulations

mentioned herein are applicable unless they
constitute an infringement of applicable
mandatory local laws.

(3) This warranty does not detract from

the seller’s obligations in regard to any
lack of conformity of the product and any
hiddendefect.

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1. Introduction

Our ultra-compact stereo multi-eect processor is a useful addition to any set-up:
You get 16 fantastic eects presets in 24-bit quality, including reverb, delay,
chorus, anger, phaser, rotary speaker, pitch shifter and other multi-eec ts.
Thanks to the intuitive FX preset control with its LEDs displaying the currently
selected program, nothing could be easier than operating the FEX800. What is
more, a variety of edit and tap/select func tions allows you to modify the eect
parameters extensively. A high-precision, 6-digit LED display can be used to
accurately set the stereo input level.

Further features are the handy Mix Balance and Output Level controls for precise
eect level setting, as well as an additional footswitch connector for easy
enabling/disabling of eects.

The FEX800 will take your music productions to a higher level!

1.1 Before you get started

1.1.1 Shipment

Your FEX800 was carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure secure
transport. Should the condition of the cardboard box suggest that damage may
have taken place, please inspect the unit immediately and look for physical
indications of damage.

◊ Damaged equipment should NEVER be sent directly to us. Please inform

the dealer from whom you acquired the unit immediately as well
as the transportation company from which you took delivery.
Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered invalid.

◊ Please always use the original packaging to avoid damage due to

storage or shipping.

2. Control Elements
andConnections

2.1 Front panel

(1)

(2)

(3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (9) (10)

Fig. 2.1: Front panel cont rol elements of th e FEX800

(1) The two LED displays show the eect preset currently selected. One LED is

assigned to each preset.

◊ The presets are grouped in four categories: REVERB 1 (1-4), REVERB 2

(5-8), DELAY/MODULATION (9-12), SPECIAL FX/DUAL EFFECTS (13-16).

(2) Use the PRESETS control to select one of the 16 eect presets.
(3) The EDIT control allows you to edit one eect parameter. The center position

corresponds to the default setting programmed for the preset.

◊ When you change presets the FEX800 always recalls the default or user

settings for the selected preset, irrespective of the position of the EDIT
control. However, the user settings will remain effective only as long as
the unit is not switched off or disconnected from the mains.

(4) The TAP/SELECT button performs two functions:

(8)

◊ Never let unsupervised children play with the FEX800 or with

its packaging.

◊ Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally

friendly fashion.

1.1.2 Initial operation

Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling. To avoid
overheating, do not place the FEX800 on top of power amps or near radiators, etc.

◊ To power the FEX800, use only the power supply unit that is delivered

with your equipment.

◊ Please ensure that the unit is installed and operated only by people

qualified to do so. During installation and operation the user must have
sufficient electrical contact to earth. Electrostatic discharge may affect
the operation of the unit.

◊ Malfunction may occur due to static discharge at the inputs/outputs of

the FEX800. In this case, switch off the unit temporarily.

1.1.3 Online registration

Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting
http://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 Contac t 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 suppor t area of our website
(http://behringer.com).

Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair
claims more quickly and eciently.

• TAP (tempo entry): Hit the button several times in the tempo of the music

piece to adapt the delay time of presets 9 and 15 or the modulation speed of
presets 10-12. The button starts ashing in the corresponding tempo.

• SELECT (additional eect parameter): Press this button to choose

between two dierent eect characteristics when using presets 1-8, 13-14,

16. When the button lights up this means that the corresponding parameter
of the selected preset has been activated.

◊ Table 6.1 gives you an overview of all ef fect parameters that can be

edited in the various presets .

(5) Use the INPUT LEVEL control to adjust the input signal level. Please be sure

to set a level that is suciently high but does not overload the unit.

(6) The L + R LED display is for monitoring the input level. It comprises 6 LEDs.

When the CLIP LED lights up, this indicates that digital distortion may
occur at the input of the FEX800. In this case, the input signal level must
bereduced.

(7) Use the MIX BALANCE control to adjust the ratio of original vs. eect signal.

Turn the control fully to the right to hear only the processed eect signal.
Turn it fully to the left to hear only the unprocessed input signal.

(8) The IN/OUT button enables/disables the eect signal. The button lights up

when the input signal is being processed by the FEX800. In order to hear the
processed signal you have to set a suitable ratio of eec t vs. direct signal
using the MIX BALANCE control

(7).

(9) Use the OUTPUT LEVEL control to adjust the output level.

(10) The � switch turns your MINIFEX FEX800 on and o. The switch lights up

when the unit is switched on.

◊ Merely switching the unit off does not mean that it is fully

disconnected from the mains. To disconnect the unit from the mains,
pull out the mains connector. Please make sure before installation that
the mains connector has not been damaged. If you do not use the unit
for an extended period of time, please disconnect it at the mains.

Thank you for your cooperation!

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2.2 Rear panel

(15)

(15) (12) (14)(13)

Fig. 2.2: Rear p anel connecto rs of the FEX800

(11) The FEX800 is connected to the mains using a 2-pole POWER connector jack.

A matching mains adaptor is included with the unit.

◊ To avoid damage to your FEX800 always use the mains adaptor supplied

with the unit.

(12) A single footswitch can be connected to the IN/OUT connector.

Thisfootswitch allows you to remotely control the IN/OUT but ton
front panel and switch the eect signal on and o.

(13) The two OUTPUT connectors are on ¼" connectors and provide a balanced

left/right signal.

(14) The two INPUT connectors are on ¼" connectors and can be used for

unbalanced signals. A single mono signal should be connected to the L jack.

(8) on the

3.2 REVERB 2

REVERB 2 comprises popular articial reverb algorithms, which characterize
numerous pop/rock and dance tracks of the last few years.

• GOLD PL ATE simulates the legendar y sound of a reverb plate as used in former

studio reverb units. This eect features a very dense sound of its own and
is particularly suited to produce a very distinct reverb, e.g. for drums andvocals.

• GATED REV simulates the reverb type cut o by a gate, which was very

popular in the 80’s. This eect was typically used with snare or kick drums,
but can be used to achieve interesting eects with other instruments too.

• REVERSE produces a reverb which has its reverb tail reversed. Consequently,

the reverb volume does not decrease over time but increases. This preset
can be used for unusual eects with the most varied kinds of signals. A very
popular application is to use it for snare drums.

• AMBIENCE provides the signal with spatial information, however, does not

produce an audible reverb. The preset works well with drums, keyboards,
guitars and vocals or whenever you need an unobtrusive room sound
without reverb.

(15) SERIAL NUMBER.

3. The Eects

Your MINIFEX FEX800 comes with 16 presets, which are grouped in four dierent
categories. All of them are stereo eects.

◊ Table 6.1 contains a list of the preset effect parameters which can be

edited as well as a description of the TAP/SELECT button’s function.

3.1 REVERB 1

The presets from the REVERB 1 category reproduce the characteristics of natural
spaces of dierent sizes.

• CATHEDRAL simulates the reverberation that you can hear in big cathedrals.

This eect is characterized by a long reverb and very specic echoes. It works
well with solo instruments and vocals.

• CONCERT simulates the reverberation in a mid-size concert hall. The preset

is well suited for all natural instruments such as piano. When used sparingly,
it also gives vocals an interesting touch, for example, in ballads.

• CLUB simulates the cozy atmosphere of a mid-size jazz club or theater.

Thisreverb is characterized by its early reections and shor t decay.
Thepreset works well with vocals, electric piano, drums, saxophone and
other instruments.

3.3 DLY/MOD

The DELAY/MODULATION category oers three modulation eects for special
sound-tweaking applications and one stereo delay preset.

• DELAY produces several echoes/delays of the input signal, reduces them in

level and adds them to the original signal (echo eect). Use the DELAY preset
to create eects which are very interesting in terms of rhythm. Thispreset
can be used for virtually any instruments. It is particularly useful for
keyboards, guitars and vocals.

• CHORUS gives a signal more body and width, so that it sounds richer.

CHORUS can be used for vir tually any signals which should sound a bit fuller.

• FLANGER gives a signal a wonderful „retro“ touch. FLANGER has always

been a popular eec t for guitars and keyboards. But you can also produce
interesting sounds in combination with drums, vocals or other signals.

• PHASER is an eect which adds a copy of the input signal, however,

shiftedin phase. PHASER is a traditional guitar, electric piano and keyboard
eect. But you can also produce distinctive eect sounds in combination
with drums or other signals.

• CHAMBER simulates the typical characteristics of a studio. The preset is well

suited for drums, guitars and vocals or whenever you need an unobtrusive
reverb to breathe some life into a signal.

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3.4 SFX/DUAL

This category includes two eects for special sound modications, as well as two
presets providing a combination of two eects.

• ROTARY simulates the accelerating, braking and rotating movements of

a Leslie loudspeaker system. The fast rotation produces a characteristic
shifting of frequencies. Traditionally, this is an eect for electronic organ.
However, it can also be used for other signals.

• PITCH SHIFT adds another signal to the original signal, below or above

the original pitch. This eect is particularly suited to enhance the sound of
guitars and vocals.

• DELAY + REV is a useful combination of the DELAY and CONCERT

eects. This eects combination works particularly well with guitars,
keyboardsandvocals.

• CHORUS + REV is a useful combination of the CHORUS and CLUB eects.

This eects combination is a classic eect for guitars and electric pianos.

4. Application Examples

The FEX800 can be integrated into the signal path in various ways. Please nd a
few wiring examples below.

4.2 The MINIFEX in the insert path

If your mixing console is equipped with insert paths, you can also connec t
the MINIFEX using these combined inputs/outputs. In this case, the eects
unit is directly integrated into the signal path of the mixing console. Such a
conguration is usually required for signal processors such as compressors,
because you only want to use the processed signal rather than a mix of direct and
eects signals. In order to use an eec ts unit such as the MINIFEX in the insert
path, you will have to adjust the desired volume ratio of direct vs. eect signal
with the MIX BALANCE control

Please use the respec tive channel insert to process specic instruments.
Groupsof instruments or stereo mixes can be processed with the sub-group/
main-mix inserts.

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Fig. 4.2: Wiring the MINIFEX via the inser t paths

(7).

INSERT I/O 1

MINIFEX FEX800

INSERT I/O 2

4.1 The MINIFEX in the aux(iliary) path

It is particularly advisable to connect the MINIFEX via the aux paths of a mixing
console. Aux paths are signal busses to which you can route specic signals.
Eachchannel strip on a mixing console has a level control for each aux path,
which determines the signal portion routed from the respective channel strip
to the aux bus. The signal is routed from the aux bus output of the console to an
eects unit for processing. Subsequently, the processed eect signal from the
external eects processor is routed back to the console via an aux return or other
mono/stereo input, where it is mixed with the unprocessed original signal in the
main mix bus.

This way of connecting your FEX800 allows you to adjust dierent eect
intensities for dierent instruments. For example, you could give a snare drum
more reverb than a kick drum. The volume ratio of direct vs. eect signal is
determined using the aux return level control, while the aux send control in the
corresponding channel strip adjusts the eect intensity for each instrument.
Twomono aux paths are required for stereo signal processing. If you want to
process single signals in mono, please use only one aux path. In this case, the aux
send output must be connected to the L(MONO) jack in the INPUT section
the FEX800.

◊ Please make sure that the FEX800 provides only one effect signal in this

type of application (MIX BALANCE control

AUX SEND (MON+FX SEND)

(7) turned fully right).

(14) of

4.3 The MINIFEX as an eects unit
forinstruments

You can also use the MINIFEX on stage as an eects unit for keyboards. This can
be useful if your keyboard has only limited eec t capabilities or if you want to
process selected sounds with the MINIFEX eects via existing single outputs.
The illustration below shows how to wire the FEX800 either to an amplier or
via a D.I. box to a mixing console. You can switch the eect on and o using an
additional footswitch.

Keyboard

ULTRATONE KT108

MINIFEX FEX800

DUAL A/B SWITCH
AB200

ULTRA-DI DI100

EURORACK UB1222FX-PRO

XENYX X1222USB

Fig. 4.1: Wiring the MINIFE X via the aux paths

AUX RET 1

MINIFEX FEX800

Fig. 4.3: Connec ting the MINIFEX t o an amplier or D.I. box

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5. Audio Connections

There are various ways to integrate the FEX800 into your set-up. Depending on
the application in question, you will need dierent sets of connecting cables.
Thecables to use are described below.

5.1 Connection with insert cables

Please use standard insert cables equipped with ¼" connectors to connect the
MINIFEX to the insert path of a mixing console. These Y cables have two ¼" TS
connectors at one end, and one ¼" TRS connector at the other. Connect the plug
marked „Send“ to the INPUT L jack on the eects unit. Connect the „Return“
plug to the OUTPUT L jack on the device. Connect the TRS connector to the insert
jack of the channel strip on the mixing console. Use two insert cables for stereo
sub-groups and main-mix inserts. The second cable must be connected to the
INPUT/OUTPUT R jacks of the FEX800.

Return

(out)

tip

signal

sleeve

ground/shield

Send

(in)

tip

signal

sleeve

ground/shield

5.2 Connection with ¼" cables

To wire the MINIFEX in series with other equipment or via the aux paths of a
mixing console, please use ¼" cables, sometimes also referred to as patch cords.
These cables have a ¼" connector at each end. Connect the aux send outputs of
your console to the inputs, and the aux returns to the outputs of the MINIFEX.
Youcan also connect balanced stereo ¼" cables to the MINIFEX outputs.

tip

hot (+ve)

ring

cold (-ve)

sleeve

ground/shield

tip

ring

sleeve

strain relief clamp

tip

sleeve

strain relief clamp

strain relief clamp

sleeve
ring
tip

sleeve

ground/shield

ring

return (in)

tip

send (out)

Fig. 5.1: Insert cable w ith two ¼" TS and one ¼" TRS conne ctor

tip

sleeve

strain relief clamp

strain relief clamp

sleeve

ring

tip

sleeve

ground/shield

ring

cold (-ve)

tip

hot (+ve)

Fig. 5.2: Unba lanced cable with ¼" TS con nectors

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5.3 Footswitch connection

The MINIFEX features a jack for connecting a footswitch. Here, you can connect
any standard footswitch with a ¼" TS connector. As some footswitch models
on the market have a dierent polarity, please be sure to use one that is
appropriately wired. The correct wiring is shown in the illustration below.

¼" TS footswitch connector

strain relief clamp

sleeve

tip

sleeve

pole 1/ground

tip

pole 2

The footswitch connects both poles momentarily

7. Specications

Input

Type ¼" TS connectors, unbalanced

Impedance approx. 30 kΩ

Output

Type ¼" TRS connectors, impedance balanced

Impedance approx. 220 Ω

Max. output level +10 dBu

In/Out

Type ¼" TS footswitch connector

Digital Processing

Converters 24-Bit Delta-Sigma, 128-times oversampling

Sampling rate 48 kHz

System Specications

Frequency response 10 Hz to 22 kHz, -3 dB

Dynamic range 96 dB, 10 Hz to 22 kHz

Distortion 0,01% typ. @ 0 dBFS

Fig. 5.3: Wiring o f a ¼" TS co nnector for fo otswitch conne ction

6. Appendix

6.1 List of eects and parameters

Eect

no.

10 CHORUS Intensity Tempo TAP ashing (tempo)

11 FLANGER Intensity Tempo TAP ashing (tempo)

12 PHA SER Intensity Tempo TAP ashing (tempo)

13 R OTARY Intensity Tempo o/on

14 PITCH SHIFT Semi-tone steps (+/-12) Detune o/on

15 DEL AY+REV Delay vs. re verb ratio T ime inter val TAP

16 CHORUS+REV Chorus vs . reverb ratio Reverb time o/on

Table 6.1: List of eect s and parameter s

Eect EDIT Param eter 1

1 CATHEDRAL Reverb time Brilliance o/on

2 CONCERT Reverb time Brilliance o/on

3 CLUB Reverb time Brilliance o/on

4 CHAMBER Reverb time Brilliance o/on

5 GOLD PLATE Reverb time Brilliance o/on

6 GATED REV Reverb time Brilliance o/on

7 REVERSE Reverb time Brilliance o/on

8 AMBIENCE Room size Brilliance o/on

9 DE LAY No. of repet itions Time interval TAP

TAP/SELECT

Parameter 2

TAP/SELECT

ashing
(BPM tempo)

ashing
(BPM tempo)

LED

Crosstalk -75 dB @ 1 kHz

Signal-to-noise ratio 10 Hz to 22 kHz <86 dB @ 0 dBu, A-weighted

Power Supply

Mains connection external power supply, 9 V~, 750 mA

Mains voltage

USA/Canada 120 V~, 60 Hz

U.K./Australia 240 V~, 50 Hz

China 220 V~, 50 Hz

Europe 230 V~, 50 Hz

Japan 100 V~, 50 - 60 Hz

Power consumption approx. 7.5 W

Dimensions/Weight

Dimensions (H x W x D) approx. 1.9 x 4.7 x 9.6"

approx. 48 x 120 x 242.6 mm

Weight approx. 1.46 lbs / 0.66 kg

BEHRINGER i s constantly str iving to maintain the h ighest profess ional standards. A s a result of these e ffort s,

modific ations may be made f rom time to time to exi sting product s without prio r notice. Specif ications and

appearance m ay differ fro m those listed or illus trated.

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8. Other Mini Products

The MINIFEX belongs to the MINI suite of BEHRINGER products, which can operate
together and are introduced below:

MINIAMP AMP800

Ultra-compact 9.5" headphones amplifier system for studio and
stage applications

• 4 totally independent stereo high-power amplier sections

• Highest sonic quality with vir tually all types of headphones even at

maximum volume

MINICOM COM800

Ultra-compact 9.5" stereo modeling compressor for studio and
stage applications

• 16 awesome preset models for the most typical compression applications

(vocal, drums, guitar, keyboard, etc.)

• Dedicated Compressor Modeling control with LED’s indicating the selected

dynamics program

MINIMIC MIC800

Ultra-compact 9.5" microphone modeling preamp for studio and
stage applications

• High-end preamplier for all microphone, instrument and line-level sources.

Perfectly complements studio-grade condenser mics

• Ultra-exible Preamp Modeling allows you to quickly optimize

yourrecordings

MINIMON MON800

Ultra-compact 9.5" monitor matrix mixer for studio and stage applications

• Dedicated input section with 4 selectable and mixable stereo inputs

• Accurate 6-digit LED main stereo output meters for precise level indication

MINIBEAT BEAT800

Ultra-compact 9.5" dual beat counter/phono preamp for studio and

stageapplications

• Intelligent dual BPM counters with Tempo Dierence indicator

• Ultra-exible Beat Assist and Sync Lock functions

MINIFBQ FBQ800

Ultra-compact 9.5" graphic equalizer for studio and stage applications

• Revolutionary FBQ Feedback Detection System instantly reveals critical

frequencies and can also be used as Audio Analyzer

• Additional Low Cut lter removes unwanted frequencies, e. g. oor rumble

MINIMIX MIX800

Ultra-compact 9.5" karaoke machine for studio and stage applications

• Revolutionary Voice Canceller—eectively eliminates vocals from any

stereo source while retaining most music elements

• Integrated digital echo/reverb processor in 24-bit/40 kHz resolution for

ultimate vocal enhancement

Fig. 8.1: MINI product s stack on top of eac h other

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION COMPLIANCE
INFORMATION

MINIFEX FEX800

Responsible party name: MUSIC Group Services US Inc.

Address: 18912 North Creek Parkway,

Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011,
USA

Phone/Fax No.: Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

MINIFEX FEX800

complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the followingparagraph:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassB
digital device, pur suant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a par ticular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to tr y to correct the
interference by one or more of the followingmeasures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician forhelp.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any inter ference received, including inter ference that may
cause undesired operation.

Important information:

Changes or modications to the equipment not expressly approved by MUSIC Group
can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.

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