BX3000T
User’s Manual 
Version 1.1 October 2003
ULTRABASS
ENGLISH
ULTRABASS BX3000T
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top cover (or the rear section). No user serviceable parts inside; refer servicing to qualified personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure—voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
DETAILED SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
1)Read these instructions.
2)Keep these instructions.
3)Heed all warnings.
4)Follow all instructions.
5)Do not use this device near water.
6)Clean only with a dry cloth.
7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, extension cords, and the point at which they exit the unit.
11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the device. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ device combination to avoid injury from stumbling over it.
13)Unplug this device during lightning storms or when not used for long periods of time.
14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device, the unit has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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ULTRABASS BX3000T
ULTRABASS
300-Watt bass amplifier with DYNAMIZER technology
s Extremely powerful 300-Watt RMS bass amp head
s Patented* DYNAMIZER technology for ultimate punch
s Switchable ULTRABASS sub-harmonics processor for unbelievable low-end power
s Revolutionary SHAPE filter for extreme sound range
s Extremely musical 5-band EQ with “Bright” and “Deep” functions for ultimate tone-shaping
s Integrated limiter and active, temperature-controlled cooling system for ultimate protection
s Vintage-style VU meter for precise signal level control
s Dual footswitch for ULTRABASS and SHAPE functions included
s Balanced XLR DI output, easily accessible on the front panel
s Effects loop with tuner function and line output for additional flexibility
s 3 speaker outputs on 1/4" jack and SPEAKON® connectors
s Ultra-rugged power supply with toroidal transformer for highest power reserves
s Extremely rugged construction ensures long life, even under the most demanding conditions
s Designed in Germany. Manufactured under ISO9000 certified management system
BX3000T
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ULTRABASS BX3000T
FOREWORD
Dear Customer,
Welcome to the team of ULTRABASS users and thank you very much for expressing your confidence in BEHRINGER products by purchasing the BEHRINGER BX3000T.
It is one of my most pleasant tasks to write this letter to you, because it is the culmination of many months of hard work delivered by our engineering team to reach a very ambitious goal: to present you with an outstanding bass workstation that gives
you maximum flexibility and performance with its unique sound character and broad range of functions.
The task to design the new ULTRABASS certainly meant a great deal of responsibility, which we assumed by focusing on you, the discerning user and musician. It also meant a lot of work and night shifts to accomplish this goal. But it was fun, too. Developing a product usually brings a lot of people together, and what a great feeling it is when everybody who participated in such a project can be proud of what we’ve achieved.
It is our philosophy to share our joy with you, because you are the most important member of the BEHRINGER team. With your highly competent suggestions for new products you’ve greatly contributed to shaping our company and making it successful. In return, we guarantee you uncompromising quality (manufactured under ISO9000 certified management system) as well as excellent technical and audio properties at an extremely favorable price. All of this will enable you to fully unfold your creativity without being hampered by budget constraints.
We are often asked how we can produce such high-grade devices at such unbelievably low prices. The answer is quite simple: it’s you, our customers! Many satisfied customers means large sales volumes enabling us to get better conditions of purchase for components, etc. Isn’t it only fair to pass this benefit back to you? Because we know that your success is our success, too!
I would like to thank all people whose help on “Project ULTRABASS” has made it all possible. Everybody has made very personal contributions, starting from the designers of the unit to the many staff members in our company and finally to you, the users of BEHRINGER products.
My friends, it’s been worth the trouble!
Thank you very much,
Uli Behringer
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................... |
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1.1 |
The design concept ........................................................ |
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1.1.1 |
Patented DYNAMIZER technology ....................... |
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1.2 |
Before you get started ................................................... |
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1.2.1 |
Shipment ............................................................... |
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1.2.2 |
Initial operation ...................................................... |
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1.2.3 |
Warranty .............................................................. |
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2. CONTROL ELEMENTS ............................................... |
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2.1 |
Front panel ...................................................................... |
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2.2 |
Rear panel ...................................................................... |
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3. WIRING EXAMPLES ................................................... |
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3.1 |
Standard setup comprising footswitch and one |
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loudspeaker .................................................................... |
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3.2 |
Expanded setup with tuner and connection |
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to a mixing console ......................................................... |
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3.3 |
Connecting several loudspeakers ................................. |
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3.3.1 Calculating the total impedance when |
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connecting several loudspeakers ....................... |
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3.4 |
Connection of a multi-effects processor ....................... |
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3.5 |
Setup for master/slave operation .................................. |
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3.5.1 ULTRABASS BX3000T as master ....................... |
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3.5.2 ULTRABASS BX3000T as slave |
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controlled by an external amp/preamp ................ |
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4. SHAPEFUNCTION ..................................................... |
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5. ULTRABASSFUNCTION ............................................ |
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6. INSTALLATION ........................................................... |
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6.1 |
Mains connection ........................................................... |
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6.2 |
Audio connections ......................................................... |
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6.2.1 Loudspeaker connections ................................... |
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7. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... |
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8. WARRANTY .............................................................. |
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WARNING!
+It should be pointed out that extreme output volumes may damage your hearing and/or your headphones. Turn down all LEVEL controls before you switch on the unit. Always set the volume at an appropriate level.
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