Behringer UB2442FX-PRO, UB2222FX-PRO, UB1622FX-PRO, UB1832FX-PRO User Manual

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Users Manual
Version 1.2 July 2002
ENGLISH
UB1622FX-PRO UB1832FX-PRO UB2222FX-PRO UB2442FX-PRO
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EURORACK
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
the cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside; refer servicing to qualified personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this device 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:
All the safety and operation instructions should be read before
the device is operated.
Retain Instructions:
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
Heed Warnings:
All warnings on the device and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
Follow instructions:
All operation and user instructions should be followed.
Water and Moisture:
The device should not be used near water (e.g. near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool etc.).
Ventilation:
The device should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the device should not be placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings, or used in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
Heat:
The device should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Power Source:
The device should only be connected to a power supply of the type described in the operating instructions or on the device.
Grounding or Polarization:
This device must be grounded.
Power Cords:
Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, sockets, outlets and the point where they exit from the device.
Cleaning:
The device should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.
Non-use Periods:
The power cord of the device should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
Debris and Liquid Entry:
Debris and/or liquids should not be allowed to enter the enclosure through openings.
Damage Requiring Service:
The device should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
s The power cord or the plug has been damaged; or
s Debris or liquid has entered the device; or
s The device has been exposed to rain; or
s The device does not appear to operate normally or exhibits
a pronounced change in performance; or
s The device has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
Servicing:
The user should not attempt to service the device beyond that which is described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 4
1.1 General mixing console functions .................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 The users manual ........................................................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Before you get started ....................................................................................................................................... 5
1.3.1 Shipment ................................................................................................................................................ 5
1.3.2 Initial operation ....................................................................................................................................... 5
1.3.3 Warranty ................................................................................................................................................. 5
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND CONNECTORS .......................................................... 5
2.1 Mono channels ................................................................................................................................................. 5
2.1.1 Microphone and line inputs ................................................................................................................... 5
2.1.2 Equalizer................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1.3 Aux sends ............................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1.4 Routing switch, PAN, SOLO and channel fader ..................................................................................... 6
2.2 Stereo channels ................................................................................................................................................ 7
2.2.1 Channel inputs ....................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2.2 Equalizer stereo channels ..................................................................................................................... 7
2.2.3 Aux sends stereo channels ................................................................................................................... 7
2.2.4 Routing switch, solo and channel fader ................................................................................................ 7
2.3 Interface panel and main section ..................................................................................................................... 7
2.3.1 MON control, aux sends 1, 2 and 3 (FX) ................................................................................................ 7
2.3.2 Aux send jacks ....................................................................................................................................... 8
2.3.3 Stereo aux return connectors ................................................................................................................. 8
2.3.4 The monitor section of the UB1832FX-PRO .......................................................................................... 8
2.3.5 Stereo aux return control ........................................................................................................................ 9
2.3.6 Supplement to UB1832FX-PRO ............................................................................................................ 9
2.3.7 Surround function (UB1832FX-PRO only) ........................................................................................... 10
2.3.8 Tape input/tape output .......................................................................................................................... 10
2.3.9 Lamp socket (UB2442FX-PRO only) ................................................................................................... 10
2.3.10 Level meter and monitoring ................................................................................................................. 10
2.3.11 Subgroups and main mix fader ........................................................................................................... 11
3. GRAPHIC 9-BAND EQUALIZER (UB1832FX-PRO only) ....................................... 11
4. DIGITAL EFFECTS PROCESSOR ........................................................................... 12
5. REAR PANEL CONNECTORS ................................................................................ 12
5.1 Main mix outputs, insert points and control room outputs ............................................................................. 12
5.2 Subgroup outputs ........................................................................................................................................... 12
5.3 Inserts ............................................................................................................................................................. 13
5.4 Direct outputs (UB2442FX-PRO only) ............................................................................................................ 13
5.5 Voltage supply, phantom power supply and fuse ........................................................................................... 13
6. INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 14
6.1 Rack mounting ................................................................................................................................................ 14
6.2 Cable connections .......................................................................................................................................... 14
6.2.1 Audio connections ................................................................................................................................ 14
7. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................... 15
8. WARRANTY.............................................................................................................. 16
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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 transformed you into 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 convey and share my enthusiasm with my 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s more, I have always had the desire to push the boundaries of technical possibilities to the extreme.
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 products bearing my initials had to be especially ambitious.
Thus, the concept and design of the new UB 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 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 incredibly powerful mixing consoles that offer intuitive operation. They cannot fail to impress with their extremely flexible routing possibilities plus fantastic wealth of functions. Innovative technologies, such as the completely new IMP Invisible Mic Preamps, guarantee optimum sound quality. And extraordinarily high-quality components provide unrivalled reliability, even under extreme loads.
Your new UB mixing console is of high quality yet is simple to use; youll soon 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 UB mixing console. I should also like to thank all those who, with their personal commitment and passion, have helped me realize this impressive series of mixing consoles.
Kindest regards,
Uli Behringer
1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! In purchasing the BEHRINGER EURORACK you have acquired a mixer whose small size belies its incredible versatility and audio performance.
The BEHRINGER EURORACK mixing console offers you premium-quality microphone preamplifiers with optional phantom power supply, balanced line inputs and the ability to connect external effects devices. Because of its extensive and carefully thought-out routing possibilities, your EURORACK lends itself equally to both live and studio use.
IMP INVISIBLE MIC PREAMP
The microphone channels are fitted with BEHRINGERs brand new high-end IMP INVISIBLE MIC PREAMPs that boast the following features:
s 130 dB dynamic range for an incredible amount of headroom
s A bandwidth ranging from below 10 Hz to over 200 kHz for
crystal-clear reproduction of even the finest nuances
s The extremely low-noise and distortion-free circuitry gua-
rantees absolutely natural and transparent signal repro­duction
s They are perfectly matched to every conceivable micro-
phone with up to 60 dB gain and +48 volt phantom power supply
s They enable full utilisation of the greatly extended dynamic
range of your 24-bit/192 kHz HD recorder, thereby main­taining optimal audio quality
In addition, your BEHRINGER EURORACK offers an effects processor equipped with 24-bit A/D and D/A converters. The processor is fitted with the effect algorithms from our tried and tested 19" multi-effects device, the VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P. 99 presets are available providing first-class room simulations, delay and modulation effects, as well as compression, tube distortion and many other effects, all with stunning audio quality.
The mixing consoles of the PRO series feature a state-of-the-art integrated switch-mode power supply. One of the great advantages is that (compared to conventional circuits) a switch-mode power supply adapts to mains voltages between 100 and 240 volts automatically. Furthermore, due to its much greater efficiency, it consumes much less energy than a conventional power supply unit.
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:
s Signal processing: Preamplification, level adjustment,
frequency response correction, mixing of effects.
s Signal distribution: Collection of the signals on the
aux sends for effects processing and the monitor mix, distribution on several recording tracks as well as power amp(s), control room and 2-track outputs.
s Mix: Setting the volume level/frequency distribution/
positioning of the individual signals in the stereo image, level control of the total mix to match the recording devices/ crossover/power amplifier. All other mixer functions come under this main discipline.
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.
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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, where youll find explanations of e.g. effects and dynamics applications.
+ 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.
For the moment, just try and trace the signal path from the microphone input to the aux send 1 connector. Dont be put off by the huge range of possibilities; its easier than you think! If you look at the overview of the controls at the same time, youll be able to quickly familiarize yourself with your mixing console and youll soon be making the most of all its many possibilities.
1.3 Before 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.
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.
2.1 Mono channels
2.1.1 Microphone and line inputs
+ 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 Warranty
Please take time to fill out and return the warranty card within 14 days after the date of purchase, so as to be entitled to benefit from our extended warranty. Alternatively, you can use our online registration option available on the world wide web (www.behringer.com). You will find the serial number on the rear of your mixing console.
Fig. 2.1: Connectors and controls of mic/line inputs
MIC
Each mono input channel offers a balanced microphone input via XLR as well as switchable phantom power (+48 volt) for powering condenser microphones.
+ 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!
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 UB2442FX-PRO, the UB1622FX-PRO,
UB1832FX-PRO and UB2222FX-PRO have their insert points located on the rear of the console.
GAIN
Use the GAIN control to adjust the input gain. This control should always be turned right down whenever you connect or disconnect a source on one of the inputs. The GAIN control governs both the microphone and the LINE input level. The MIC graduation indicates the gain range (10 to 60 dB), while LINE shows the input level (+10 to -40 dBu), ensuring optimum level matching.
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The two most common operating levels (+4 dBu and -10 dBV)
are highlighted for quick and accurate level setting.
LO CUT
Additionally, the mono channels of the mixing consoles have a high-slope LO CUT filter for eliminating unwanted, low-frequency 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).
Fig. 2.2: Equalizer of the input channels
The upper (HI) and the lower (LO) 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.
PRE
When the PRE switch is pressed down, the associated aux
send is taken pre-fader.
AUX (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 (UB2442FX-PRO and UB2222FX-PRO), 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.
+ UB1622FX-PRO and UB1832FX-PRO: On these
consoles, the above note refers to the STEREO AUX RETURN 2 jacks as these models do not have a dedicated effect output.
2.1.4 Routing switch, PAN, SOLO and channel fader
2.1.3 Aux sends
Fig. 2.3: The AUX SEND controls in the channel strips
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 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 aux sends are mono, post-EQ and offer up to +15 dB gain.
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 to zero. For monitoring, the aux sends are generally pre-fader, i.e. they operate independently of the position of the channel fader.
Fig. 2.4: The panorama and routing controls
and the channel fader
PA N
The PAN control determines the position of the channel signal within the stereo image. When working with subgroups, you can use the PAN control to assign the signal to just one output, which gives you additional flexibility in recording situations. For example, when routing to subgroups 3 and 4, panning hard left will route the signal to group output 3 only, and panning hard right will route to group output 4 only.
MUTE
The MUTE switch breaks the signal path pre-channel fader, hence muting that channel in the main mix. The aux sends which are set to post-fader are likewise muted for that channel, while the pre-fader monitor paths remain active irrespective of whether the channel is muted or not.
MUTE LED
The MUTE LED indicates a muted channel.
PEAK LED
The PEAK LED lights up when the input signal is driven too high. If this happens, back off the GAIN control and, if necessary, check the setting of the channel EQ.
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SOLO
The SOLO switch is used to route the channel signal to the solo bus (Solo In Place) or to the PFL bus (Pre Fader Listen). This enables you to listen to a channel signal without affecting the main output signal. The signal you hear is taken either before the pan control (PFL, mono) or after the pan and channel fader (Solo, stereo) (cf. chap. 2.3.10 Level meters and monitoring).
SUB (1-2 and 3-4)
The SUB switch routes the signal to the corresponding subgroups. The UB2442FX-PRO has 4 subgroups (1-2 and 3-4).
MAIN
The MAIN switch routes the signal to the main mix bus.
The channel fader determines the channels volume in the main mix (or submix).
2.2 Stereo channels
2.2.1 Channel inputs
The Hi and Lo controls have the same characteristics as the EQ in the mono channels. Both mid range bands are of the peak filter type. A stereo EQ is superior to two mono EQs on a stereo signal as two separate EQs will usually result in a discrepancy between left and right channels.
2.2.3 Aux sends stereo channels
In principle, the aux sends of the stereo channels function the same way as those of the mono channels. As the aux sends are mono, the send from a stereo channel is first summed to mono before it reaches the aux bus.
2.2.4 Routing switch, solo and channel fader
Fig. 2.6: Balance control and mute switch
BAL
The BAL(ANCE) control has a similar function to the PAN control in the mono channels.
The balance control determines the levels of the left and right input signals relative to each other before both signals are routed to the left/right main mix bus (or odd/even subgroup).
The remaining control elements in the stereo channels perform the same functions as their counterparts in the mono channels (MUTE switch, MUTE and PEAK LEDs, SOLO switch, SUB and MAIN switches and channel fader).
Fig. 2.5: The various stereo channel inputs
Each stereo channel has two balanced line level inputs on jacks for left and right channels. Channels 9/10 and 11/12 on the UB2442FX-PRO feature an additional XLR microphone jack with phantom power. If only the left jack (marked L) is used, the channel operates in mono. The stereo channels are designed to handle typical line level signals, and, depending on model, have a level switch (+4 dBu or -10 dBV) and/or a line gain control. Both jack inputs will also accept unbalanced connectors.
LO CUT and MIC GAIN
These two control elements operate on the XLR connectors of the UB2442FX-PRO, and are used to filter out frequencies below 75 Hz (LO CUT) and to adjust microphone levels (MIC GAIN).
LINE GAIN
Use this control to adjust the line signal levels on channels 13-16 (UB2442FX-PRO only).
LEVEL
For level matching, the stereo inputs on the UB1622FX-PRO, UB1832FX-PRO and UB2222FX-PRO have a LEVEL switch to select between +4dBu and -10dBV. At -10dBV (homerecording level), the input is more sensitive than at +4dBu (studio level).
2.3 Interface panel and main section
Where it was useful to trace the signal flow from top to bottom in order to gain an understanding of the channel strips, we now look at the mixing console from left to right. The signals are, so to speak, collected from the same point on each of the channel strips and then routed to the main section all together.
2.3.1 MON control, aux sends 1, 2 and 3 (FX)
Turning up the AUX 1 control in a channel routes the signal to the aux send bus 1.
+ As the UB1832FX-PRO is equipped with an additional
monitor path, its first aux control in the channel strips is named MON. The console also has a dedicated MONITOR master fader for this aux path.
2.2.2 Equalizer stereo channels
The stereo channels contain a stereo EQ section. The cut-off frequencies of the high and low bands are 12 kHz and 80 Hz respectively, while the center frequencies of the high-mid and low-mid bands are 3 kHz and 500 Hz respectively.
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Fig. 2.7: The AUX SEND controls of the main section
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AUX SEND 1, 2 and 4
The AUX SEND 1 control governs the master send level of the
mix created by the individual channel AUX 1 sends.
Likewise, the AUX SEND 2 contol is the master control for the
aux 2 bus, and AUX SEND 4 controls the AUX 4 bus.
AUX SEND 3 (FX)
The FX control determines the signal level for effects processing, i.e. regulates the level to an external (or the inter­nal) effects device.
UB1622FX-PRO and UB1832FX-PRO: On these consoles, this function is performed by the AUX SEND 2 control (FX).
SOLO
You can use the SOLO switch to separately monitor the aux sends via the CONTROL ROOM/PHONES outputs and check these with the level meters.
+ If you want to monitor the signal of just one AUX
bus, none of the other SOLO SWITCHES should be pressed and the MODE switch should be in the SOLO position (not depressed).
2.3.2 Aux send jacks
STEREO AUX RETURN
The STEREO AUX RETURN 1 jacks generally serve as the return for the effects mix (created using the post-fader aux sends) by connecting the output of an external effects device. If only the left jack is connected, the AUX RETURN is automatically switched to mono.
+ You can also use these jacks as additional line
inputs.
All stereo aux returns are balanced, but can of course also be used with unbalanced connectors. If you use an aux send for monitoring, the associated unused stereo aux returns are available for other line level signals (e.g. keyboards).
+ A signal fed into the stereo return jacks can be
output via an aux send jack. More information on this can be found in chapter 2.3.5 STEREO AUX RETURN 1/2 (TO AUX SEND).
STEREO AUX RETURN FX
The STEREO AUX RETURN FX jacks accept the effects mix return (created using the channel FX sends). If these jacks are already in use as additional inputs, you can route the effects signal back into the console via a different channel. The advantage of this is that you can now use that channels EQ on the effects return signal.
+ In this instance, the FX control of the channel being
used as an effects return should be turned fully counterclockwise, otherwise feedback problems could occur!
Fig. 2.8: Aux send jacks
AUX SEND jacks
The AUX SEND jack should be used when hooking up a monitor power amp or active monitor speaker system. The relevant aux path should be set pre-fader.
+ On the UB2222FX-PRO, aux send 1 is hard wired
as pre-fader and hence called MON. Model UB1832FX-PRO has a dedicated monitor output (MON OUT jack), cf. chapter 2.3.4.
As already mentioned, the aux sends in the channelsif set post-fadercan be used to connect to external effects devices.
AUX SEND (FX)
The AUX SEND (FX) jack carries the master aux mix (from the channels FX controls). You can connect this to an external effects device to process the FX bus. The processed signal can then be brought from the effects device back into the STEREO AUX RETURN jacks.
2.3.3 Stereo aux return connectors
+ If you wish to use the internal effects processor,
do not plug any connectors into the STEREO AUX RETURN FX jacks, unless you want to tap the processed signal via the FX OUT (UB2222FX-PRO and UB2442FX-PRO only).
2.3.4 The monitor section of the UB1832FX-PRO
One of the ways that the UB1832FX-PRO differs from the other models of this series is that it has a separate monitor output.
Fig. 2.10: Monitor output of the UB1832FX-PRO
The first aux send (MON) on this console is used to set up the monitor mix from the channels and route it to the MONITOR fader.
Fig. 2.9: The aux return connectors
+ On the UB2222FX-PRO, UB1832FX-PRO and
UB1622FX-PRO the STEREO AUX RETURN jacks are located on the front panel of the unit.
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Fig. 2.11: Monitor fader of the UB1832FX-PRO
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MUTE
Press the MUTE switch to mute the monitor send.
SOLO
The SOLO switch routes the monitor send to the solo bus (post-fader and post-mute) or to the PFL bus (pre-fader and pre-mute). The position of the MODE switch in the main section determines which of the buses is selected.
2.3.5 Stereo aux return control
STEREO AUX RETURN 1
The STEREO AUX RETURN 1 control determines the level of this signal in the main mix. If STEREO AUX RETURN 1 is used as effects return, this will determine the level of the effects when mixed with any dry channel signal.
+ When used in this way, the effects device should
be set at 100% effect.
Fig. 2.12: Stereo aux return and
stereo aux return (to aux send) controls
STEREO AUX RETURN 1/2 (TO AUX SEND)
The two right-hand STEREO AUX RETURN controls have a special function: they can be used to add an effect to a monitor mix. An example follows (UB1622FX-PRO wired to an effects device):
Monitor mix with effect
In this instance, your effects device should be set up as follows: the AUX SEND 2 jack should be connected to the L/Mono input of your effects device, with its outputs coming back into the STEREO AUX RETURN 1 jacks.
Connect the AUX SEND 1 jack output to the amplifier of your monitor system. The AUX SEND 1 master control determines the overall volume of the monitor mix.
Using the STEREO AUX RETURN (TO AUX SEND) control, the effect signal can now be blended into the monitor mix.
You can easily use the headphones distribution amplifier BEHRINGER POWERPLAY PRO HA4600/HA4700/HA8000 to provide four (HA8000: eight) stereo headphone mixes for your studio.
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STEREO AUX RETURN FX
On consoles UB1622FX-PRO and UB1832FX-PRO this is the STEREO AUX RETURN 2, on consoles UB2222FX-PRO and UB2442FX-PRO this is the STEREO AUX RETURN 3.
Use the STEREO AUX RETURN FX control to determine the level of the signal routed from the AUX RETURN FX jacks to the main mix. If nothing is connected to these jacks, the output of the built-in effects module will appear.
MAIN MIX / TO SUBS
This switch routes the signal fed in via the STEREO AUX RETURN FX jacks either to the main mix (not pressed) or to the submix (pressed).
On the UB2442FX-PRO you can select which subgroup the signal is assigned to (switches 1-2 / 3-4, to the right of MAIN MIX / TO SUBS).
SOLO RETURNS
Additionally, this model allows you to route the aux returns together to the solo bus and the PFL bus. The LED lights up when Solo is on.
STEREO AUX RETURN 4 (UB2442FX-PRO only)
This control behaves the same way as the other stereo aux returns. Additionally, it provides for a simple monitor path using the switch CTRL ROOM & PHONES ONLY.
CTRL ROOM & PHONES ONLY
Use this switch to route the signal appearing at the AUX RETURN 4 jacks to the control room and headphones outputs.
2.3.6 Supplement to UB1832FX-PRO
The UB1832FX-PRO has a stereo fader for the AUX RETURN FX and offers a variety of routing options: MUTE disables the effect return (but not PFL of course!), SOLO routes it to the Solo or PFL busses, SUB to the subgroups and MAIN to the main mix.
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+ If you connect a compressor or a noise gate post
2-track output, the main mix fader will probably not be able to create a satisfactory fade-out effect.
2.3.9 Lamp socket (UB2442FX-PRO only)
Use this BNC socket to connect a gooseneck lamp (12 V DC,
max. 0.5 A).
2.3.10 Level meter and monitoring
Fig. 2.13: The FX/AUX 2 return fader of the UB1832FX-PRO
MONITOR
The MONITOR switch routes the signals appearing at the AUX RETURN2 jacks to the monitor path, along with the monitor signals from the channels.
If you wish to route the effect signal to the monitor mix, you can also switch aux 1 to pre-fader, drive the effect device from the aux 1 output and return the effect signal via AUX RETURN 2 to the monitor signal.
2.3.7 Surround function (UB1832FX-PRO only)
Fig. 2.14: Control elements of the surround function
The surround function can be enabled/disabled with the EFFECT TO MAIN switch. This is a built-in effect that widens the stereo width, thus making the sound more lively and transparent. Use the SURROUND EFFECT control to determine the intensity of this effect.
2.3.8 Tape input/tape output
Fig. 2.15: 2-track connectors and lamp socket
Fig. 2.16: Control room and phones sections of the
UB2442FX-PRO
TAPE
The TAPE switch routes the signal from the TAPE IN jacks to the level meter, the CONTROL ROOM OUT outputs and the PHONES jackthis is a simple way to check recorded signals via monitor speakers or headphones.
SUBS 1-2 or SUB
The SUBS 1-2 switch routes subgroup 1-2 to the level meter, CONTROL ROOM OUT and phones.
SUBS 3-4
The SUBS 3-4 switch performs a similar function for subgroup 3-4 (UB2442FX-PRO only).
MAIN MIX
The MAIN MIX switch sends the main mix to the CONTROL ROOM OUT and the PHONES output as well as to the level meter.
CTRL R & PHONES
Use this control to adjust the control room output level and the headphones volume.
TAPE TO MAIN
When the TAPE TO MAIN switch is depressed, the 2-track input is routed to the main mix and thus serves as an additional input for tape machines. You can also connect MIDI instruments or other signals here that do not require any further processing. At the same time, this switch disables the main mix to tape output link.
POWER
The blue POWER LED indicates that the device is switched on.
+48 V
The red +48 V LED lights up when phantom power is switched on. Phantom power is required to operate condenser microphones.
TAPE INPUT
The TAPE INPUT jacks (RCA) are designed to accept a 2-track recorder (e.g. DAT recorder), or they can be used as stereo line input. The output signal of a second EURORACK or the BEHRINGER ULTRALINK PRO MX882 can also be connected here. If you connect the output of a hi-fi amplifier (with a source selection switch) to the TAPE INPUT, you can easily listen to additional sources (e.g. cassette recorder, CD player, etc.).
TAPE OUTPUT
These connectors are wired in parallel to the MAIN OUT and carry the main mix signal (unbalanced). Connect this to the inputs of your recording device. The final output level can be adjusted via the high-precision MAIN MIX fader.
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+ While phantom power is switched on, do not
connect or disconnect microphones on the mixer (or the stagebox/wallbox). Connect any micro­phones before switching on phantom power. Additionally, monitor/PA speakers should be muted before you activate the phantom power supply. After switching on, wait approx. one minute before adjusting the input gain so that the system has time to stabilize.
LEVEL METER
The high-precision level meters always give you an accurate
display of signal level.
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LEVEL SETTING:
When recording to digital recorders, the recorders meter should not go into overload. This is because, unlike analog recordings, it takes only slightly excessive levels to create unpleasant digital distortion.
When recording to analog, the VU meters of the recording machine should reach approx. +3 dB with low-frequency signals (e.g. kick drum). Due to their inertia, VU meters tend to display too low a signal level at frequencies above 1 kHz. You should only drive instruments such as a Hi-Hat as far as -10dB. Snaredrums should be driven to approx. 0 dB.
+ The peak meters of your EURORACK display level
almost independent of frequency. A recording level of 0 dB is recommended for all types of signal.
MODE
The MODE switch determines whether the channels SOLO switch operates as PFL (Pre Fader Listen) or as solo (Solo In Place).
LEVEL SET (PFL)
To activate the PFL function, press the MODE switch. The PFL function should, as a rule, be used for level setting. The signal is sourced pre-fader and assigned to the mono PFL bus. In PFL mode, only the left side of the peak meter is in operation. A PFLd channel should be driven to the 0 dB mark of the VU meter.
NORMAL (SOLO)
When the MODE switch is not depressed, the stereo solo bus is active. Solo is actually short for Solo In Place. This is the customary method for listening to an individual signal or to a group of signals. As soon as a solo switch is pressed, all channels not solo selected are muted in the monitor path (control room and phones). A channels position in the stereo image is maintained. The solo bus carries the output signals of the channel pan controls, the aux sends and the stereo line inputs. On the UB2442FX-PRO all aux returns, and on the UB1832FX-PRO only aux return 2 can be routed to the solo bus. The solo bus is, as a rule, taken post-fader.
PHONES connection is the same as that routed to the control room output.
2.3.11 Subgroups and main mix fader
You use the high-precision quality faders to control the output
level of the subgroups and the main mix.
LEFT/RIGHT switch
The switches located above the subgroup faders assign the subgroup signal either to the left or right side of the main bus. Similarly, it can be routed to both sides or none at all. In the latter case, the submix is present only at the corresponding subgroup outputs.
Fig. 2.18: Subgroup and main mix faders
+ The PAN control in the channel strip offers a
constant power characteristic. This means that the signal is always at a constant level, irrespective of position in the stereo panorama. If the PAN control is moved fully left or right, the level in that channel increases by 4 dB. This ensures that, when set at the center of the stereo image, the audio signal does not appear louder. For this reason, with the solo function activated (Solo in Place), audio signals from channels with PAN controls that have not been moved fully left or right are displayed at a lower volume than in the PFL function.
As a rule, solo signals are monitored via the control room outputs and headphones jack and are displayed by the level meters. If a solo switch is pressed, the signals from the tape input, the subgroups and the main mix are cut from these outputs and the level meter.
MAIN SOLO
The MAIN SOLO LED lights up as soon as a channel or aux send solo switch is pressed. The MODE switch must be set to Solo.
PFL
The PFL LED indicates that the peak meter is set to PFL mode.
3. GRAPHIC 9-BAND EQUALIZER (UB1832FX-PRO only)
Fig. 3.1: The graphic stereo equalizer of the UB1832FX-PRO
The graphic stereo equalizer allows you to tailor the sound to
the room acoustics.
EQUALIZER
Use this switch to activate the graphic equalizer.
MAIN MIX/MONITOR
This toggles the graphic equalizer between the main mix and the monitor mix. With the switch up (not depressed), the equalizer is active in stereo on the main mix, and inactive on the monitor mix.
When the switch is depressed the equalizer is active in mono on the monitor mix, and inactive on the main mix.
Fig. 2.17: PHONES jack
PHONES jack
You can connect headphones to this 1/4" stereo jack
(UB2442FX-PRO: 2 phones jacks). The signal routed to the
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4. DIGITAL EFFECTS PROCESSOR
99 ORIGINAL VIRTUALIZER® PRESETS
Here is an overview of all of the multi-effects processors presets. This effects module gives you various standard effects, such as reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and various combination effects that have already shown what they can do in our 19" effects processor, the VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P. The aux send FX in the channels and the aux send FX master control allow you to feed the effects processor with signals.
Fig. 4.1: Digital effects module
The built-in stereo effects processor has the advantage that it does not need to be wired up. This excludes the danger of humming or level mismatch right from the start and thus considerably facilitates use.
FX parallel
These effect presets are classical mixing effects. If you move the STEREO AUX RETURN FX control, you mix the channel signal (dry) and the effect signal. You can control the balance between the two signals with the channel fader and the STEREO AUX RETURN FX control.
INS(ERT) FX (NO CH. ROUTING)
The right column contains effect presets that are used for complete signal processing. This should not be confused with adding an effect to a dry channel signal. If you are using these presets, you should not route the dry channel to the main bus or the subgroups (MAIN switch and SUB switch next to channel fader). Instead, you should route only the effects signal to the main mix or subgroups (STEREO AUX RETURN FX control).
FX OUT
Mixing consoles UB2222FX-PRO and UB2442FX-PRO have a separate output for the effects device, which is unbalanced and stereo (tip = left signal; ring = right signal; sleeve = ground/ shielding). Thus, you can record, for example, a vocal track enhanced with reverb in parallel to a dry vocal track; when doing the mix-down later on, you can freely determine the amount of reverb added.
To recall the selected preset, press on the button; the flashing stops. You can also recall the selected preset with the foot switch.
5. REAR PANEL CONNECTORS
5.1 Main mix outputs, insert points and control room outputs
Fig. 5.1: Main Mix outputs, main mix insert points and
control room outputs
MAIN OUTPUTS
The MAIN outputs carry the MAIN MIX signal and are on balanced XLR jacks with a nominal level of +4 dBu. In parallel with this, 1/4" phone jacks carry the main mix signal in a balanced format (UB1622FX-PRO: here, the phone jack outputs are unbalanced and located on the front panel).
CONTROL ROOM OUTPUTS
The control room output is normally connected to the monitoring system in the control room and carries the stereo mix or, when selected, the solo signals.
MAIN INS(ERTS) (UB2442FX-PRO only)
These are the insert points for the main mix. In the signal path, they are post-main mix amp, but pre-main fader(s). Use them to insert, for example, a dynamics processor or graphic equalizer. Please also note the information on insert points in chapter 5.3.
5.2 Subgroup outputs
+ The UB2442FX-PRO has the effect output on the rear,
UB2222FX-PRO has it located next to the aux sends on the front panel.
FX FOOTSW.
Connect a standard foot switch to the foot switch jack and use this to switch the effects processor on and off. A light at the bottom of the display indicates wheater the effects processor has been muted by the foot switch.
+ In Chapter 6.2 you will find an illustration showing
how to connect your foot switch correctly.
LEVEL
The LED level meter on the effects module should display a sufficiently high level. Take care to ensure that the clip LED only lights up at peak levels. If it is lit constantly, you are overloading the effects processor and this could cause unpleasant distortion.
PROGRAM
You can select the effect preset by turning the PROGRAM control. The display flashes with the number of the current preset.
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Fig. 5.2: Subgroup outputs
SUB OUTPUTS
The subgroup outputs are unbalanced and provide the mix of those channels assigned to each subgroup with the SUB switch (UB2442FX-PRO: switches 1-2 or 3-4) next to the channel faders. Thus, you can, for example, route a subgroup to a second console or use the output as a recording output in parallel to the main outputs. In this way, you can record several tracks simultaneously. With an 8-track recorder, use Y cables and wire the inputs of your machine so that you have 2 x 4 tracks available (e.g. channel 1 to track 1 and 2, etc.). In the first pass, you can record the tracks 1, 3, 5 and 7, in the second the tracks 2, 4, 6 and 8.
The EURORACK UB2442FX-PRO already has subgroup outputs wired in parallel (1-5, 2-6, etc.).
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5.3 Inserts
Fig. 5.3: Insert points
+ On the UB2442FX-PRO the channel insert points are
located on the control panel between the line input and the gain control.
Insert points are very useful to process channel signals with dynamic processors or equalizers. Unlike reverb or other effects devices, whose signals are usually added to the dry signal, dynamic processors are most effective on the complete signal. In this case, aux send paths are a less-than-perfect solution. It is better to interrupt the signal path and insert a dynamic processor and/or equalizer. After processing, the signal is routed back to the console at precisely the same point it left. However, the channel signal path is interrupted only if a plug is inserted into the corresponding jack (stereo phone plug: tip = signal output; ring = return input). All mono input channels are equipped with inserts. They are pre-fader, pre-EQ and pre-aux send. Inserts can also be used as pre-EQ direct outputs, without interrupting the signal path. To this end, you will need a cable fitted with mono phone plugs on the tape machine or effect device end, and a bridged stereo phone plug on the console side (tip and ring connected).
PHANTOM switch
The PHANTOM switch activates the phantom power (necessary to operate condenser microphones) on the XLR sockets of the mono channels. The red +48 V LED illuminates when phantom power is on. As a rule, dynamic microphones can still be used with phantom power, provided that they are wired in a balanced configuration. In case of doubt, contact the microphone manufacturer!
+ While phantom power is switched on, do not
connect or disconnect any microphones on the mixer (or the stagebox/wallbox). Connect the microphones before you switch on phantom power. In addition, the monitor/PA speakers should be muted before activating the phantom power supply. After switching on, wait approx. one minute before setting the input gain so that the system has time to stabilize.
+ Caution! Please also note the information given in
chapter 6.2.1 Audio connections.
SERIAL NUMBER
Please note the important information on the serial number given in chapter 1.3.3.
5.4 Direct outputs (UB2442FX-PRO only)
Fig. 5.4: Direct outputs
DIRECT OUTPUTS
The direct outputs of the UB2442FX-PRO (1 each per mono input channel) are ideal for recording if several tracks are to be recorded simultaneously. These unbalanced phone jacks are post-EQ, post-mute and post-fader.
5.5 Voltage supply, phantom power supply and fuse
Fig. 5.5: Voltage supply and fuse
FUSEHOLDER
The console is connected to the mains via the supplied cable; this comes complete with IEC mains connector. It meets the required safety standards. Blown fuses must only be replaced by fuses of the same type and rating.
IEC MAINS RECEPTACLE
The mains connection is via a cable with IEC mains connector. An appropriate mains cable is supplied with the equipment.
POWER switch
Use the POWER switch to turn on the mixing console.
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6. INSTALLATION
6.1 Rack mounting
The packaging of your mixing console contains two 19" rack
mounts for installation on the side panels of the console.
Before you can attach the rack mounts to the mixing console, you need to remove the screws holding the left and right side panels. Then, use these screws to fasten the two rack mounts, each specifically to one side. With the rack mounts installed, you can mount the mixing console in a commercially available 19" rack. Be sure to allow for proper air flow around the unit, and do not place the mixing console close to radiators or power amps, so as to avoid overheating.
Fig. 6.3: 1/4" mono plug
+ Only use the screws holding the mixing console
side panels to fasten the 19" rack mounts.
6.2 Cable connections
You will need a large number of cables for the various connections of the console. The illustrations below show the wiring of these cables. Be sure to use only high-grade cables.
Fig. 6.1: Foot switch connector
6.2.1 Audio connections
Please use commercial RCA cables to wire the 2-track inputs and outputs.
You can, of course, also connect unbalanced devices to the balanced input/outputs. Use either mono plugs, or use stereo plugs to link the ring and shaft (or pins 1 & 3 in the case of XLR connectors).
Fig. 6.4: 1/4" stereo plug
Fig. 6.5: Insert send/return stereo plug
Fig. 6.2: XLR connections
+ Caution! You must never use unbalanced XLR
connectors (PIN 1 and 3 connected) at the MIC input jacks if you want to use the phantom power supply.
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Fig. 6.6: Stereo plug for headphones connection
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7. SPECIFICATIONS
Microphone inputs (IMP Invisible Mic Preamp)
Type XLR, electronically balanced,
Mic E.I.N. (20 Hz - 20 kHz) @ 0 source resistance -134 dB / 135.7 dB A-weighted @ 50 source resistance -131 dB / 133.3 dB A-weighted @ 150 source resistance -129 dB / 130.5 dB A-weighted
Frequency response <10 Hz - 150 kHz (-1 dB),
Gain range +10 to +60 dB Max. input level +12 dBu @ +10 dB Gain Impedance approx. 2.6 k balanced Signal-to-noise ratio 110 dB / 112 dB A-weighted
Distortion (THD+N) 0.005% / 0.004% A-weighted
Line input
Type 1/4" TRS connector
Impedance approx. 20 k balanced
Gain range -10 to +40 dB Max. input level 30 dBu
Fade-out attenuation (Crosstalk attenuation)
Main fader closed 90 dB Channel muted 89 dB Channel fader closed 89 dB
Frequency response
Microphone input to main out <10 Hz - 90 kHz +0 dB / -1 dB <10 Hz - 160 kHz +0 dB / -3 dB
Stereo inputs
Type 1/4" TRS connector,
Impedance approx. 20 k Max. input level +22 dBu
EQ mono channels
L o w 80 Hz / ±15 dB Mid 100 Hz - 8 kHz / ±15 dB High 12 kHz / ±15 dB
EQ stereo channels
L o w 80 Hz / ±15 dB Low Mid 500 Hz / ±15 dB High Mid 3 kHz / ±15 dB High 12 kHz / ±15 dB
Aux sends
Type 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced Impedance approx. 120 Max. output level +22 dBu
Stereo aux returns
Type 1/4" TRS connector,
Impedance approx. 20 k bal. / 10 k unbal. Max. input level +22 dBu
discrete input circuit
<10 Hz - 200 kHz (-3 dB)
(0 dBu In @ +22 dB gain)
electronically balanced
10 k unbalanced
1
electronically balanced
electronically balanced
Main outputs
Type XLR, electronically balanced
and 1/4" TRS balanced
UB1622FX-PRO only: 1/4" TS connector unbalanced Impedance approx. 240 symm. / 120
unbalanced
Max. output level +28 dBu
+22 dBu (UB1622FX-PRO)
Control room outputs
Type 1/4" TS connector unbalanced Impedance approx. 120 Max. output level +22 dBu
Headphones outputs
Type 1/4" TRS connector, unbalanced Max. output level +19 dBu / 150 (+25 dBm)
DSP 24-bit Texas Instruments
TM
Converter 24-bit Sigma-Delta,
64/128-times oversampling
Sampling rate 46,875 kHz
Main mix system data
2
Noise Main mix @ -oo,
Channel fader -oo -101 dB
-100 dB (UB2442FX-PRO)
Main mix @ 0 dB, Channel fader -oo -93 dB
-96 dB (UB1622FX-PRO)
-87 dB (UB2442FX-PRO)
Main mix @ 0 dB, Channel fader @ 0 dB -81 dB
-83 dB (UB1622FX-PRO)
-80 dB (UB2442FX-PRO)
Power supply
Power consumption 37 W (UB1622FX-PRO)
43 W (UB1832FX-PRO) 46 W (UB2222FX-PRO)
47 W (UB2442FX-PRO) Fuse 100 - 240 V ~: T 1.6 A H Mains connection Standard IEC receptacle
Physical
UB1622FX-PRO Dimensions (H x W x D) approx. 3 7/8" (97 mm) x 11 7/8"
(301mm) x 13 7/8" (351mm) UB1832FX-PRO / UB2222FX-PRO Dimensions (H x W x D) approx. 3 7/8" (97 mm) x 16 1/16"
(408 mm) x 14 1/16" (367 mm) UB2442FX-PRO Dimensions (H x W x D) approx. 5 3/8" (136 mm) x 16 1/2"
(418 mm) x 17 1/4" (438 mm)
Weight (net)
UB1622FX-PRO approx. 3,3 kg UB1832FX-PRO approx. 4,7 kg UB2222FX-PRO approx. 4,8 kg UB2442FX-PRO approx. 5,9 kg
Measuring conditions:
1: 1 kHz rel. to 0 dBu; 20 Hz - 20 kHz; line input; main output; unity gain.
2: 20 Hz - 20kHz; measured at main output. Channels 1 - 4 unity gain; EQ flat; all
channels on main mix; channels 1/3 as far left as possible, channels 2/4 as far right as possible. Reference = +6 dBu.
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to manintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.
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8. WARRANTY
§ 1 WARRANTY CARD/ONLINE REGISTRATION
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).
§ 2 WARRANTY
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.
§ 3 RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER
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.
§ 4 WARRANTY REGULATIONS
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.
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.
§ 5 WARRANTY TRANSFERABILITY
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.
§ 6 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES
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.
§ 7 OTHER WARRANTY RIGHTS AND NATIONAL LAW
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.
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
BEHRINGER, EURORACK, VIRTUALIZER, POWERPLAY and ULTRALINK are registered trademarks. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
TEXAS INSTRUMENTS is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments Incorporated,
which is in no way associated or affiliated with BEHRINGER. © 2002 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH.
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