Behringer Musical Instrument 02222FX User Manual

User’s Manual  
Version 1.0 January 2006  
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FOREWORD  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Dear Customer,  
I1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................ 4  
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 made you  
an expert in your field.  
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 Online registration ................................................. 5  
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  
share my enthusiasm  
with our employees.  
During all the years I've  
been involved with  
studio technology and  
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 Monitor and effects busses (Aux sends) ............ 6  
2.1.4 Routing switch, PAN, SOLO and channel fader... 7  
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 .............. 8  
2.3 Interface panel and main section ................................... 8  
2.3.1 MON control, aux sends 1, 2 and 3 (FX) .............. 8  
2.3.2 Aux send jacks ...................................................... 8  
2.3.3 Stereo aux return connectors .............................. 8  
2.3.4 The monitor section of the 1832FX....................... 9  
2.3.5 Stereo aux return control ...................................... 9  
2.3.6 Supplement to 1832FX ........................................ 10  
2.3.7 XPQ Surround function (1832FX only) ............... 10  
2.3.8 CD/Tape input, CD/tape output ............................ 10  
2.3.9 Lamp socket (2442FX only) ................................ 11  
2.3.10 Level meter and monitoring ............................... 11  
2.3.11 Subgroups and main mix fader ......................... 12  
end users,  
I
have  
developed a feel for the things that really count, such as sound  
quality, reliability and ease of use. What is more, I have always  
had the desire to test the boundaries of what is technically  
feasible.  
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 next generation of mixing consoles had to  
be especially ambitious.  
Thus, the concept and design of the new XENYX 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' combining analog  
and digital technologies to their limits.  
3. GRAPHIC 9-BAND EQUALIZER (1832FX only) .......12  
4. DIGITALEFFECTS PROCESSOR ..............................12  
5. REAR PANELCONNECTORS ...................................13  
My vision was to enable you, the user, to give free rein to your  
true potential and creativity. The result is mixing consoles that  
combine incredible performance with intuitive operability. They  
cannot fail to impress with their extremely flexible routing  
possibilities plus a fantastic wealth of functions. Innovative  
technologies, such as the completely new XENYX Mic Preamps  
and the "British" EQs, guarantee optimum sound quality. And  
extraordinarily high-quality components provide unrivalled  
reliability, even under extreme loads.  
5.1 Main mix outputs, insert points and  
control room outputs ........................................................... 13  
5.2 Subgroup outputs ......................................................... 13  
5.3 Inserts ........................................................................... 13  
5.4 Direct outputs (2442FX only) ....................................... 13  
5.5 Voltage supply, phantom power supply  
Thanks to the quality and ease of use of your new XENYX  
mixing console you'll soon come to 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.  
and fuse ....................................................................... 13  
6. INSTALLATION .........................................................14  
6.1 Rack mounting............................................................... 14  
6.2 Cable connections ........................................................ 14  
6.2.1 Audio connections............................................... 14  
Thank you for the confidence you have placed in us by purchasing  
the XENYX mixing console. I should also like to thank all those  
who, with their personal commitment and passion, have helped  
me create this impressive series of mixing consoles.  
7. SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................16  
8. WARRANTY ..............................................................17  
Kindest regards,  
Uli Behringer  
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ideally suited for use as a karaoke machine. This feature is also  
an optimal solution for singers who need accompanying music  
for their rehearsals.  
1. INTRODUCTION  
Congratulations! In purchasing the BEHRINGER XENYX you  
have acquired a mixer whose small size belies its incredible  
versatility and audio performance.  
USB/Audio interface  
The USB interface supplied with the unit is a perfect match for  
the XENYX Series and serves as a powerful recording interface  
to your PC or MAC®. It supports the digital transmission of signals  
on up to four channels with max. 48 kHz and extremely low  
latency. When wired to the CD/TAPE INPUT and OUTPUT  
connectors, the interface transfers the stereo mix from the  
console directly to a computer. Both the recording signal and the  
playback signal from the computer can be monitored at the same  
time. In this way, you can use several recording runs to produce  
complete multi-track recordings.  
The XENYX Series represents a milestone in the development  
of mixing console technology. With the new XENYX microphone  
preamps including phantom power as an option, balanced line  
inputs and a powerful effects section, the mixing consoles in the  
XENYX Series are optimally equipped for live and studio  
applications. Owing to state-of-the-art circuitry your XENYX  
console produces a warm analog sound that is unrivalled. With  
the addition of the latest digital technology these best-in-class  
consoles combine the advantages of both analog and digital  
technology.  
CAUTION!  
XENYX Mic Preamp  
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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.  
The microphone channels feature high-end XENYX Mic  
Preamps that compare well with costly outboard preamps in  
terms of sound quality and dynamics and boast the following  
features:  
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130 dB dynamic range for an incredible amount of headroom  
A bandwidth ranging from below 10 Hz to over 200 kHz for  
crystal-clear reproduction of even the finest nuances  
1.1 General mixing console functions  
A mixing console fulfils three main functions:  
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The extremely low-noise and distortion-free circuitry  
guarantees absolutely natural and transparent signal  
reproduction  
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Signal processing:  
Preamplification  
Microphones convert sound waves into voltage that has  
to be amplified several-fold; then, this voltage is turned into  
sound that is reproduced in a loudspeaker. Because micro-  
phone capsules are very delicate in their construction,  
output voltage is very low and therefore susceptible to  
interference. Therefore, mic signal voltage is amplified  
directly at the mixer input to a higher signal level that is less  
prone to interference. This higher, interference-safe signal  
level has to be achieved through amplification using an  
amplifier of the highest quality in order to amplify the signal  
and add as little noise to it as possible. The XENYX Mic  
Preamp performs this role beautifully, leaving no traces of  
noise or sound coloration. Interference that could take place  
at the preamplification level could affect signal quality and  
purity, and would then be passed on to all other devices,  
resulting in inaccurate sounding program during recording  
or playback.  
They are perfectly matched to every conceivable  
microphone with up to 60 dB gain and +48 volt phantom  
power supply  
They enable you to use the greatly extended dynamic range  
of your 24-bit/192-kHz HD recorder to the full, thereby  
maintaining optimal audio quality  
„British EQ“  
The equalizers used for the XENYX Series are based on the  
legendary circuitry of top-notch consoles made in Britain, which  
are renowned throughout the world for their incredibly warm  
and musical sound character. Even with extreme gain settings  
these equalizers ensure outstanding audio properties.  
Multi-effects processor  
Additionally, your XENYX mixing console has an  
effects processor with 24-bit A/D and D/A converters  
included, which gives you 100 presets producing  
first-class reverb, delay and modulation effects plus  
numerous multi-effects in excellent audio quality.  
Level-setting  
Signals fed into the mixer using a DI-box (Direct Injection) or  
the output of a sound card or a keyboard, often have to be  
adjusted to the operating level of your mixing console.  
The XENYX mixing consoles are equipped with a  
state-of-the-art switched-mode power supply  
(SMPS). Unlike conventional circuitry an SMPS  
provides an optimum supply current regardless of  
the input voltage. And thanks to its considerably  
higher efficiency a switched-mode power supply uses less  
energy than conventional power supplies.  
Frequency response correction  
Using the equalizers found in each channel strip, you can  
simply, quickly and effectively adjust the way a signal  
sounds.  
Effects mixing  
In addition to the effects processor contained in your mixer,  
using the insert connectors on the mono channels and  
both aux busses lets you insert additional signal processors  
into your signal path.  
FBQ Feedback Detection System  
The FBQ Feedback Detection System integrated  
into the graphic EQ of your 1832FX is one of this  
mixer’s most outstanding features.  
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Signal distribution:  
This ingenious circuitry lets you immediately  
recognize and eliminate feedback frequencies. The FBQ  
Feedback Detection System uses the LEDs in the frequency  
band faders of the graphic EQ to indicate the critical frequencies.  
This way, what once used to be a labor-intensive search for  
feedback frequencies is now an activity that even a child could  
master.  
Individual signals adjusted at each channel strip are laid  
out at the aux sends and returns, and are either fed into  
external effects processors or fed back to the internal  
effects processor. Then, the signals are brought back into  
the main mix either via the aux return connectors or via  
direct internal wiring. The mix for the on-stage musicians is  
also created using the aux sends (monitor mix). Similarly,  
for example, signals for recording equipment, power ampli-  
fiers, headphones and 2-track outputs can also be taken.  
Voice Canceller  
We have added another useful feature to the XENYX  
1832FX: the Voice Canceller.  
The Voice Canceller is a filter circuitry that filters out  
vocal portions from a track. Therefore, this mixing console is  
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Mix:  
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, our goal is to  
have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty  
service, please contact the 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 Contact 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 support area of our website (www.behringer.com).  
All other mixing console functions fall under this vital category.  
Creating a mix means primarily adjusting the volume levels  
of individual instruments and voices to one another as well  
as giving them the appropriate weight within the overall  
frequency spectrum. Likewise, you’ll have to sensibly  
spread individual voices across the stereo image of a signal.  
At the end of this process, adjusting the level of the entire  
mix to other equipment in the signal path is required (e. g.  
recorder/crossover/amplifier).  
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us  
process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently.  
The control surface of BEHRINGER mixing consoles is opti-  
mized in such a way that these functions become easy to fulfil  
while the signal path remains simple to follow.  
Thank you for your cooperation!  
1.2 The user’s manual  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND  
CONNECTORS  
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  
explanations about various music industry/audio technology  
terminology can be found on individual product pages as well as  
in the glossary.  
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  
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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.  
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.  
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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.  
Fig. 2.1: Connectors and controls of mic/line inputs  
MIC  
Each mono input channel offers a balanced microphone input  
via the XLR connector and also features switchable +48 V  
phantom power supply for condenser microphones. The XENYX  
preamps provide undistorted and noise-free gain as is typically  
known only from costly outboard preamps.  
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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 in-  
operative.  
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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”.  
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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.  
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.  
1.3.3 Online registration  
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER  
equipment right after your purchase by visiting  
kindly read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully.  
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Please remember that you can use either the  
microphone input or the line input of a channel, but  
not both at the same time!  
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND CONNECTORS  
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INSERT  
the MID control to set the amount of boost or cut, and the FREQ  
control to determine the central frequency.  
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.  
2.1.3 Monitor and effects busses (Aux sends)  
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Unlike the 2442FX, the 1622FX, 1832FX and 2222FX  
have their insert points located on the rear of the  
console.  
TRIM  
Use the TRIM control to adjust the input gain. This control  
should always be turned fully counter-clockwise whenever you  
connect or disconnect a signal source to one of the inputs.  
The scale has 2 different value ranges: the first value range  
(+10 to +60 dB) refers to the MIC input and shows the  
amplification for the signals fed in there.  
The second value range (+10 to -40 dB) refers to the line input  
and shows its sensitivity. The settings for equipment with st  
andard line-level signals (-10 dBV or +4 dBu) look like this: While  
the TRIM control is turned all the way down, connect your  
equipment. Set the TRIM control to the external devices’ standard  
output level. If that unit has an output signal level display, it should  
show 0 dB during signal peaks. For +4 dBu, turn up TRIM slightly,  
for -10 dBV a bit more. Fine-tuning of a signal being fed in is done  
using the level meter. To route the channel signal to the level  
meter, you have to press the SOLO switch and set the MODE  
switch in the main section to PFL (LEVEL SET).  
Fig. 2.3: Aux Send control MON and FX in the channel strips  
Monitor and effects busses (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 (for monitoring applications: MON OUT) 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.  
Using the TRIM control, drive the signal to the 0-dB mark. This  
way you have a vast amount of drive headroom for use with  
very dynamic signals. The CLIP display should light up only rarely,  
preferably never. While fine-tuning, the equalizer should be set  
to neutral.  
All monitor and effects busses are mono, are tapped into post  
EQ and offer amplification of up to +15 dB.  
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 all the way  
down. For monitoring, the aux sends are generally pre-fader, i.e.  
they operate independently of the position of the channel fader.  
LOW CUT  
Additionally, the mono channels of the mixing consoles have a  
high-slope LOW CUT filter for eliminating unwanted, low-  
frequency signal components (75 Hz, 18 dB/octave).  
2.1.2 Equalizer  
PRE  
All mono input channels have a 3-band equalizer with semi-  
parametric mid bands. All bands provide boost or cut of up to  
15 dB. In the central position, the equalizer is off (flat).  
When the PRE switch is pressed down, the associated aux  
send is taken pre-fader.  
FX  
The circuitry of the British EQs is based on the technology  
used in the best-known top-of-the-line consoles and providing a  
warm sound without any unwanted side effects. The result are  
extremely musical equalizers which, unlike simple equalizers,  
cause no side effects such as phase shifting or bandwidth  
limitation, even with extreme gain settings of ±15 dB.  
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.  
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If you are using the built-in effects processor, make  
sure that STEREO AUX RETURN 3 has nothing plugged  
into it (2442FX and 2222FX), 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.  
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1622FX and 1832FX: On these consoles, the above  
note refers to the STEREO AUX RETURN 2 jacks as  
these models do not have a dedicated effect output.  
Fig. 2.2: Equalizer of the input channels  
The upper (HIGH) and the lower (LOW) 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  
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2.1.4 Routing switch, PAN, SOLO and channel fader  
2.2 Stereo channels  
2.2.1 Channel inputs  
Fig. 2.4: The panorama and routing controls  
and the channel fader  
PAN  
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.  
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  
2442FX 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 TRIM control. Both jack  
inputs will also accept unbalanced connectors.  
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.  
LOW CUT and MIC TRIM  
These two control elements operate on the XLR connectors of  
the 2442FX, and are used to filter out frequencies below  
75 Hz (LOW CUT) and to adjust microphone levels (MIC TRIM).  
MUTE LED  
The MUTE LED indicates a muted channel.  
LINE TRIM  
Use this control to adjust the line signal levels on channels  
13-16 (2442FX only).  
CLIP-LED  
The CLIP-LED lights up when the input signal is driven too  
high. If this happens, back off the TRIM control and, if necessary,  
check the setting of the channel EQ.  
LEVEL  
For level matching, the stereo inputs on the 1622FX, 1832FX  
and 2222FX 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).  
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”).  
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. The HIGH and  
LOW 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.  
SUB (1-2 and 3-4)  
The SUB switch routes the signal to the corresponding  
subgroups. The 2442FX 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).  
2.2.3 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.  
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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).  
2.2.4 Routing switch, solo and channel fader  
2.3.2 Aux send jacks  
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 CLIP LEDs, SOLO switch, SUB and  
MAIN switches and channel fader).  
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.  
2.3 Interface panel and main section  
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On the 2222FX, aux send  
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is hard wired  
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.  
as pre-fader and hence called MON. Model 1832FX  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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As the 1832FX is equipped with an additional monitor  
path, its first aux control in the channel strips is  
named MON. The console also has a dedicated  
master fader (MON SEND) for this aux path.  
2.3.3 Stereo aux return connectors  
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.  
Fig. 2.9: The aux return connectors  
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On the 2222FX, 1832FX and 1622FX the STEREO AUX  
RETURN jacks are located on the front panel of the  
unit.  
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.  
Fig. 2.7: The AUX SEND controls of the main section!  
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You can also use these jacks as additional line  
inputs.  
AUX SEND 3 (FX)  
The FX control determines the signal level for effects  
processing, i.e. regulates the level to an external (or the inter-  
nal) effects device.  
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).  
1622FX and 1832FX: On these consoles, this function is  
performed by the AUX SEND 2 control (FX).  
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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)”.  
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.  
STEREO AUX RETURN FX  
The STEREO AUX RETURN FX jacks accept the effects mix  
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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.  
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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!  
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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 (2222FX and 2442FX  
only).  
Fig. 2.12: Stereo aux return and  
stereo aux return (to aux send) controls  
2.3.4 The monitor section of the 1832FX  
One of the ways that the 1832FX differs from the other models  
of this series is that it has a separate monitor output.  
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 (1622FX 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.  
Fig. 2.10: Monitor output of the 1832FX  
The first aux send (MON) on this console is used to set up the  
monitor mix from the channels and route it to the MON SEND  
fader.  
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 HA4700/HA8000 to provide four  
(HA8000: eight) stereo headphone mixes for your studio.  
The following table shows which jacks on the console can be  
used for this purpose.  
STEREO AUX  
RETURN (TO AUX  
SEND ) control  
STEREO AUX  
RETURN  
connectors  
AUX SEND  
AUX SEND  
STEREO AUX  
RETURN  
connectors  
MONITOR switch of  
the FX/AUX RET  
Fig. 2.11: Monitor fader of the 1832FX  
STEREO AUX  
STEREO AUX  
AUX SEND  
RETURN connectors RETURN (TO AUX  
SEND ) control  
MUTE  
Press the MUTE switch to mute the monitor send.  
SOLO  
STEREO AUX  
RETURN (TO AUX  
SEND ) control  
STEREO AUX  
RETURN  
connectors  
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.  
AUX SEND  
AUX SEND  
STEREO AUX  
RETURN  
connectors  
STEREO AUX  
RETURN (TO AUX  
SEND ) control  
2.3.5 Stereo aux return control  
STEREO AUX RETURN 1  
Tab. 2.1: Connectors and controls for monitor mix with effect  
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.  
STEREO AUX RETURN FX  
On consoles 1622FX and 1832FX this is the STEREO AUX  
RETURN 2, on consoles 2222FX and 2442FX this is the STEREO  
AUX RETURN 3.  
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be set at 100% effect.  
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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.  
2.3.7 XPQ Surround function (1832FX only)  
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 2442FX 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.  
Fig. 2.14: Control elements of the surround function  
The XPQ surround function can be enabled/  
disabled with the XPQ TO MAIN switch. This is  
a built-in effect that widens the stereo width,  
thus making the sound more lively and trans-  
parent. Use the SURROUND control to determine the intensity of  
this effect.  
STEREO AUX RETURN 4 (2442FX only)  
This control behaves the same way as the other stereo aux  
returns. Additionally, it provides for a simple monitor path using  
the switch PHONES/CTRL ROOM ONLY.  
PHONES/CTRL ROOM ONLY  
Use this switch to route the signal appearing at the AUX  
RETURN 4 jacks to the control room and headphones outputs.  
VOICE CANCELLER  
Here, you have a filter circuitry that lets you almost  
entirely remove the vocal portion of a recording. The  
filter is constructed in such a way that voice  
frequencies are targeted without majorly affecting  
the rest of the signal. Additionally, the filter seizes  
only the middle of the stereo image, exactly there where the  
vocals are typically located.  
2.3.6 Supplement to 1832FX  
The 1832FX 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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Connect the signal sources you wish to process  
using the Voice Canceller to the CD/TAPE INPUT  
connectors. The Voice Canceller circuitry is not  
available for other inputs.  
Possible applications for the Voice Canceller are obvious: you  
can very simply stage background music for Karaoke events. Of  
course, you can also do this at home or at your rehearsal room  
before you hit the stage. Singers with their own band can practice  
singing difficult parts using a complete playback from a tape  
player or a CD, thus minimizing rehearsal time.  
2.3.8 CD/Tape input, CD/tape output  
Fig. 2.13: The FX/AUX 2 return fader of the 1832FX  
MON  
The MON switch routes the signals appearing at the AUX  
RETURN 2 jacks to the monitor path, along with the monitor signals  
from the channels.  
Fig. 2.15: 2-track connectors and lamp socket  
CD/TAPE INPUT  
The CD/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 XENYX 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 CD/TAPE INPUT, you can easily listen to  
additional sources (e.g. cassette recorder, MD player, sound  
card, etc.).  
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.  
Using the voice canceller function (1832FX only), you can  
process all signals being brought into your mixing console via  
these connectors.  
CD/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  
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via the high-precision MAIN MIX fader.  
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.  
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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.  
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.  
2.3.9 Lamp socket (2442FX only)  
Use this BNC socket to connect a gooseneck lamp (12 V DC,  
max. 0.5 A).  
2.3.10 Level meter and monitoring  
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The peak meters of your XENYX 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).  
PFL (LEVEL SET)  
To activate the PFL function, press the MODE switch. The PFL  
function should, as a rule, be used for level setting (TRIM). 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.  
Fig. 2.16: Control room and phones sections of the 2442FX  
SOLO (NORMAL)  
CD/TAPE  
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 th e 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  
2442FX all aux returns, and on the 1832FX only aux return 2 can  
be routed to the solo bus. The solo bus is, as a rule, taken post-  
fader.  
The CD/TAPE switch routes the signal from the CD/TAPE INPUT  
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.  
SUB 1-2 or SUB  
The SUB 1-2 switch routes subgroup 1-2 to the level meter,  
CONTROL ROOM OUT and phones.  
SUB 3-4  
The SUB 3-4 switch performs a similar function for subgroup  
3-4 (2442FX only).  
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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.  
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.  
PHONES/CTRL ROOM  
Use this control to adjust the control room output level and the  
headphones volume.  
CD/TAPE TO MAIN  
When the CD/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.  
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.  
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.  
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”.  
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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 micro-  
phones 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.  
PFL (LEVEL SET)  
The PFL (LEVEL SET) LED indicates that the peak meter is set  
to PFL mode.  
Fig. 2.17: PHONES jack  
LEVEL METER  
The high-precision level meters always give you an accurate  
display of signal level.  
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FBQ FEEDBACK DETECTION  
The switch turns on the FBQ Feedback Detection  
PHONES jack  
You can connect headphones to this 1/4" stereo jack (2442FX:  
2 phones jacks). The signal routed to the PHONES connection is  
the same as that routed to the control room output.  
System. It uses the LEDs in the frequency band  
faders to indicate the critical frequencies. On a  
per-need basis, lower the frequency range in  
question somewhat in order to avoid feedback.  
The graphic stereo equalizer has to be turned on in order to use  
this function.  
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.  
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Logically, at least one (ideally several) microphone  
channels have to be open for feedback to occur at all!  
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.  
Feedback is particularly common when stage monitors  
(“wedges”) are concerned, because monitors project sound in  
the direction of microphones. Therefore, you can also use the  
FBQ Feedback Detection for monitors by placing the equalizer in  
the monitor bus (see MAIN MIX/MONITOR).  
4. DIGITAL EFFECTS PROCESSOR  
24-BIT MULTI-EFFECTS PROCESSOR  
Here you can find a list of all presets stored in the  
multi-effects processor. This built-in effects module  
produces high-grade standard effects such as reverb,  
chorus, flanger, delay and various combination  
effects. Use the Aux Send FX on the channels and the Aux  
Send FX master control to determine the input signal of the effects  
processor.  
Fig. 2.18: Subgroup and main mix faders  
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.  
3. GRAPHIC 9-BAND EQUALIZER  
(1832FX only)  
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.  
FX OUT  
Mixing consoles 2222FX and 2442FX 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.  
Fig. 3.1: The graphic stereo equalizer of the 1832FX  
The graphic stereo equalizer allows you to tailor the sound to  
the room acoustics.  
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The 2442FX has the effect output on the rear, 2222FX  
has it located next to the aux sends on the front  
panel.  
EQUALIZER  
Use this switch to activate the graphic equalizer.  
FX FOOTSW.  
MAIN MIX/MONITOR  
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.  
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.  
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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  
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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.  
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.  
PROGRAM  
The XENYX 2442FX already has subgroup outputs wired in  
parallel (1-5, 2-6, etc.).  
You can select the effect preset by turning the PROGRAM  
control. The display flashes with the number of the current preset.  
To recall the selected preset, press on the button; the flashing  
stops. You can also recall the selected preset with the foot  
switch.  
5.3 Inserts  
5. REAR PANEL CONNECTORS  
5.1 Main mix outputs, insert points and  
control room outputs  
Fig. 5.3: Insert points  
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On the 2442FX the channel insert points are located  
on the control panel between the line input and the  
TRIM 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).  
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 (1622FX: here, the phone jack outputs are unbalanced  
and located on the front panel).  
5.4 Direct outputs (2442FX only)  
CONTROL ROOM OUTPUTS (CTRL OUT)  
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) (2442FX 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.  
Fig. 5.4: Direct outputs  
DIRECT OUTPUTS  
The direct outputs of the 2442FX (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.  
5.2 Subgroup outputs  
5.5 Voltage supply, phantom power supply  
and fuse  
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  
(2442FX: 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  
Fig. 5.5: Voltage supply and fuse  
FUSE HOLDER/IEC MAINS RECEPTACLE  
The console is connected to the mains via the cable supplied,  
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which meets the required safety standards. Blown fuses must  
only be replaced by fuses of the same type and rating. The  
mains connection is made 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. The  
POWER switch should always be in the “Off” position when you  
are about to connect your unit to the mains.  
To disconnect the unit from the mains, pull out the main cord  
plug. When installing the product, ensure that the plug is easily  
accessible. If mounting in a rack, ensure that the mains can be  
easily disconnected by a plug pull or by an all-pole disconnect  
switch on or near the rack.  
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Attention: The POWER switch does not fully  
disconnect the unit from the mains. Unplug the  
power cord completely when the unit is not used  
for prolonged periods of time.  
Fig. 6.1: Foot switch connector  
6.2.1 Audio connections  
Please use commercial RCA cables to wire the 2-track inputs  
and outputs.  
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!  
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).  
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Connect microphones before you switch on the  
phantom power supply. Please do not connect  
microphones to the mixer (or the stagebox/  
wallbox) while the phantom power supply is  
switched on. In addition, the monitor/PA loud-  
speakers should be muted before you activate the  
phantom power supply. After switching on, wait  
approx. one minute to allow for system  
stabilization.  
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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  
Fig. 6.2: XLR connections  
given in chapter 1.3.3.  
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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.  
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.  
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Only use the screws holding the mixing console  
side panels to fasten the 19" rack mounts.  
Fig. 6.3: 1/4" mono plug  
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.  
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Fig. 6.4: 1/4" stereo plug  
Fig. 6.5: Insert send/return stereo plug  
Fig. 6.6: Stereo plug for headphones connection  
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Main outputs  
Type  
7. SPECIFICATIONS  
XLR, electronically balanced  
and 1/4" TRS balanced  
1/4" TS connector unbalanced  
approx. 240 W symm. / 120 W  
unbalanced  
Microphone inputs (XENYX Mic Preamp)  
1622FX only:  
Impedance  
Type  
XLR, electronically balanced,  
discrete input circuit  
Mic E.I.N. (20 Hz - 20 kHz)  
@ 0 W source resistance  
@ 50 W source resistance  
@ 150 W source resistance  
Max. output level  
+28 dBu  
+22 dBu (1622FX)  
-134 dB / 135.7 dB A-weighted  
-131 dB / 133.3 dB A-weighted  
-129 dB / 130.5 dB A-weighted  
Control room outputs  
Type  
Impedance  
1/4" TS connector unbalanced  
approx. 120 W  
+22 dBu  
Frequency response  
<10 Hz - 150 kHz (-1 dB),  
<10 Hz - 200 kHz (-3 dB)  
Max. output level  
Gain range  
Max. input level  
Impedance  
+10 to +60 dB  
Headphones outputs  
Type  
Max. output level  
+12 dBu @ +10 dB Gain  
approx. 2.6 kW balanced  
110 dB / 112 dB A-weighted  
(0 dBu In @ +22 dB gain)  
1/4" TRS connector, unbalanced  
+19 dBu / 150 W (+25 dBm)  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
DSP  
Converter  
24-bit Sigma-Delta,  
64/128-times oversampling  
40 kHz  
Distortion (THD+N)  
0.005% / 0.004% A-weighted  
Sampling rate  
Line input  
Type  
1/4" TRS connector  
electronically balanced  
approx. 20 kW balanced  
10 kW unbalanced  
-10 to +40 dB  
30 dBu  
Main mix system data2  
Noise  
Main mix @ -oo,  
Channel fader @ -oo  
Impedance  
-101 dB  
-100 dB (2442FX)  
Gain range  
Max. input level  
Main mix @ 0 dB,  
Channel fader @ -oo  
-93 dB  
-96 dB (1622FX)  
-87 dB (2442FX)  
Fade-out attenuation1  
(Crosstalk attenuation)  
Main fader closed  
Channel muted  
Channel fader closed  
90 dB  
89 dB  
89 dB  
Main mix @ 0 dB,  
Channel fader @ 0 dB  
-81 dB  
-83 dB (1622FX)  
-80 dB (2442FX)  
Frequency response  
Microphone input to main out  
<10 Hz - 90 kHz  
Power supply  
Mains voltage  
Power consumption  
+0 dB / -1 dB  
+0 dB / -3 dB  
100 to 240 V~, 50/60 Hz  
37 W (1622FX)  
<10 Hz - 160 kHz  
43 W (1832FX)  
46 W (2222FX)  
47 W (2442FX)  
100 - 240 V ~: T 1.6 A H 250 V  
Standard IEC receptacle  
Stereo inputs  
Type  
1/4" TRS connector,  
electronically balanced  
approx. 20 kW  
+22 dBu  
Fuse  
Mains connection  
Impedance  
Max. input level  
Physical  
1622FX  
Dimensions (H x W x D)  
EQ mono channels  
Low  
Mid  
80 Hz / ±15 dB  
100 Hz - 8 kHz / ±15 dB  
12 kHz / ±15 dB  
approx. 3 7/8" x 11 7/8" x 13 7/8"  
(97 mm x 301mm x 351mm)  
High  
1832FX / 2222FX  
Dimensions (H x W x D)  
approx. 3 7/8" x 16 1/16" x 14 1/16"  
(97 mm x 408 mm x 367 mm)  
EQ stereo channels  
Low  
Low Mid  
High Mid  
High  
80 Hz / ±15 dB  
500 Hz / ±15 dB  
3 kHz / ±15 dB  
12 kHz / ±15 dB  
2442FX  
Dimensions (H x W x D)  
approx. 5 3/8" x 16 1/2" x 17 1/4"  
(136 mm x 418 mm x 438 mm)  
Weight (net)  
Aux sends  
Type  
Impedance  
Max. output level  
1622FX  
1832FX  
2222FX  
2442FX  
approx. 3.3 kg  
1/4" TS connector, unbalanced  
approx. 120 W  
+22 dBu  
approx. 4.7 kg  
approx. 4.8 kg  
approx. 5.9 kg  
Measuring conditions:  
Stereo aux returns  
Type  
1:  
1 kHz rel. to 0 dBu; 20 Hz - 20 kHz; line input; main output; unity gain.  
1/4" TRS connector,  
electronically balanced  
approx. 20 kW bal. / 10 kW unbal.  
+22 dBu  
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.  
Impedance  
Max. input level  
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result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without  
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terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced.  
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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.  
§ 1 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.  
§ 2 ONLINE REGISTRATION  
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,  
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compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user  
or service manuals.  
§ 3 WARRANTY  
1. BEHRINGER (BEHRINGER International 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 § 5, 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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
§ 4 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.  
§ 6 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.  
2. Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original  
shipping carton, together with the return authorization number to  
the address indicated by BEHRINGER.  
§ 7 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES  
3. Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted.  
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.  
§ 5 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 under the  
* Customers in the European Union please contact BEHRINGER  
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