Behringer X V-AMP User Manual

Users manual

Version 1.1 December 2005

X V-AMP

X V-AMP

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. The
apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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 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
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, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

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
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 qualified 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) CAUTION - These service instructions are for use by
qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of
electric shock do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the operation instructions unless you
are qualified to do so.

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X V-AMP

Ultra-Flexible Modeling Amp/Multi-Effects Processor with Integrated Expression Pedal

X V-AMP

s 16 original V-AMP amp/speaker simulations, including a special acoustic simulation and amp bypass

function

s Freely assignable expression pedal for real-time control of effects or wah/volume control

s 24-bit high-resolution stereo multi-effects processor including first-class stomp box simulations, delay,

wah wah, chorus, flanger, reverb, noise gate and compressor effects and many more

s Amp and cabinet simulation, compressor, noise gate, EQ, modulation effects, delay and reverb can be

used simultaneously in any combination

s Awesome modulation and pitch bend effects

s Dedicated semi-parametric EQs for low-end and presence control

s 9 different output configurations for utmost flexibility

s 100 memory locationseasily editable and storable

s 2 separate 1/4" TRS outputs usable as stereo line/phones and guitar amp input

s 2-digit numeric LED display and intuitive control elements allow visual feedback while editing

s Adjustable, super-precise auto-chromatic tuner

s Power supply included

X V-AMP

s High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life

s Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany

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X V-AMP

FOREWORD

Dear Customer,

welcome to the team of
X V-AMP users, and
thank you very much for
expressing your confi­dence in BEHRINGER by
purchasing the X V-AMP.

Writing this foreword
for you gives me great
pleasure, because it
represents the culmi­nation of many months of
hard work delivered by
our engineering team to
achieve a very ambitious
goal: to present an
outstanding guitar multi­effects floor unit whose
amazing functions offer
a maximum on flexibility

and performance. The task of designing our new X V-AMP
certainly meant a great deal of responsibility, which we assumed
by focusing on you, the discerning user and musician. Meeting
your expectations also meant a lot of work and night shifts. But
it was fun, too. Developing a product usually brings a lot of
people together, and what a great feeling it is when all who
participated in such a project can be proud of what theyve
achieved.

It is our philosophy to share our enjoyment with you, because
you are the most important member of the BEHRINGER team.
With your highly competent suggestions for new products youve
made a significant contribution to shaping our company and making
it successful. In return, we guarantee you uncompromising quality
as well as excellent technical and audio properties at an extremely
reasonable price. All of this will let you give free rein to your
creativity without being hampered by budget constraints.

We are often asked how we manage to produce such high­quality equipment at such unbelievably low prices. The answer
is quite simple: its you, our customers! Many satisfied customers
mean large sales volumes enabling us to get better purchasing
terms for components, etc. Isnt it only fair to pass these benefits
on to you? Because we know that your success is our success
too!

I would like to thank all of you who have made the X V-AMP
possible. You have all made your own personal contributions,
from the developers to the many other employees at this company,
and to you, the BEHRINGER user.

My friends, its been worth the effort!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................... 4

1.1 Before you get started ................................................... 4

1.1.1 Online registration ................................................. 5

2. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND CONNECTORS .............. 5

2.1 Basic advice on using the controls ................................ 5

3. OPERATING MODES (CONFIGURATIONS) ................. 7

3.1 Selecting a CONFIGURATION ......................................... 7

3.2 Application (example) ..................................................... 8

4. PRESETS ................................................................... 8

4.1 Calling up presets ........................................................... 8

4.2 Editing presets ................................................................ 8

4.3 Storing presets ................................................................ 8

4.4 Discarding an edited preset/

restoring a single factory preset .......................................... 9

4.5 Restoring all factory presets .......................................... 9

5. AMP/SPEAKER SIMULATION .................................... 9

6. EFFECTS PROCESSOR ............................................ 10

6.1 Effect descriptions ....................................................... 10

6.1.1 Reverb and delay algorithms .............................. 10

6.1.2 Modulation effects ............................................... 10

6.1.3 Special effects .................................................... 11

6.2 Reverb .......................................................................... 11

7. TUNER ...................................................................... 11

7.1 Tuning your guitar ......................................................... 11

7.2 Setting reference pitch A .......................................... 11

8. INSTALLATION ......................................................... 12

8.1 Audio connections ........................................................ 12

9. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... 12

10. WARRANTY ............................................................ 13

1. INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! By purchasing the X V-AMP, youve got your

hands on the latest-generation floor-based effects machine.

The X V-AMP gives you extensive options to create an
awesome stage show. The latest technology, simple and intuitive
operation and robust construction result in optimal performance
and dependability.

Your X V-AMP unites a selection of the best and most-liked
effects and amp simulations from our venerable V-AMP 2. These
effects and amp simulation can of course be edited and stored.
Additional features, such as compressor, noise gate and the
most current modulation effects, give you a maximum on flexibility
and let your creativity come to full expression.

Thank you very much,

Uli Behringer

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1.1 Before you get started

Your X V-AMP was carefully packed at the factory to assure
it will survive the rigors of the road. If the cardboard packaging
looks like its been through a lot, please inspect the contents and
look for indications of damage.

+ In case your X V-AMP is damaged, DO NOT send it

directly to us. Instead, first notify the store where
you bought it as well as the carrier who made the
delivery. Otherwise, you may void your warranty.

Always make sure your X V-AMP gets enough air flow and
never put it near the heating or other heat-emitting equipment to
avoid damage to the device.

Power is delivered via the enclosed power supply. All requiered
safety precautions have been adhered to. As soon as you
connect the X V-AMP to the mains via the power supply, your
X V-AMP is automatically switched on.

1. INTRODUCTION