Behringer Xenyx X1222USB User's Manual
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1. User Manual XENYX X1222USB Premium 16 Input 2 2 Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps amp Compressors British EQs 24 Bit Multi FX Processor and USB Audio Interface AN behringer 2 XENYX X1222USB User Manual EX Table of Contents Thank you ssorsosssnesonsnnennnennennsnnnennennnsnnsnnnennnnnsnnnsnnennnene 2 Important Safety Instructions ursonsonssorsonssnssonsnnnnnne 3 Legal Disclaimer cur0ursonsonssonsonnsnnsonsnnnsonsonnsonsonnnnnnne 3 Limited warranty uesossonssossonssnssonsnnssonsonssonsnnssnnsnnsnnnnnne 3 1 Introduction ssossoonssnnssonennnsnnnsnnnenonssonnesnnssnnennnnee 4 1 1 General mixing console functions uneene 4 1 2 The user s manual nsessssensessenssensssensssennseennseennne 5 1 3 Before you get started sssssssssssessesssssesesesseecessssecessssseeee 5 2 Control Elements and Connectors ccccccceeeseees 5 2 1 Mono channels isinisisi 5 2 2 Stereo Channel Ssnin ueniunt 7 2 3 Connector panel and main section 7 2 4 Graphic 7 band equalizer unenneeee 10 2 5 Rear view Of X1222USB sssssssssssssssssssssssseseesssssssssssses 11 3 Digital Effects Processor and XPQ Surround FUNCTION ccccccccssssssssscscsscccsssscscecees 11 3 1 Digital effects ProceSsOr sssescccseesccssesec2. is present at the FX SEND connector and the effects processor no longer receives an input signal 2 3 2 Monitor send and FX send connector Fig 2 7 Aux send connectors MON and FX MON SEND Connect the input of your monitor power amp or an active monitor system here to make the monitor mix audible to the musicians on the stage The signal mix is created using the channels MON controls FX SEND The FX SEND connector outputs the signal you picked up from the individual channels using the FX controls You can connect this to the input of an external effects device in order to process the FX bus master signal Once an effects mix is created the processed signal can then be routed from the effects device outputs back into the AUX RETURN connectors Ifthe connected effects processor receives no input signal the FX MUTE switch is probably pressed and or the FX SEND control is too low This also goes for the built in effects processor Adjust your external effects processor to 100 wet effects signal only because the effects signal is added to the main mix along with the dry channel signals 2 3 3 Aux return connectors ae ee ee Tu l l l O mono AUX RTN Fig 2 8 Aux return connectors AUX RETURN 1 The AUX RETURN 1 connectors generally serve as the return path for the effects mix generated using the FX send This is where you connect the output signal of the external effects
3. purposes Using the audio signal from this output you can also feed a subwoofer if you don t require stage monitors To this end you should implement a crossover in your signal path pre subwoofer and pre amplifier so that only low frequencies are fed into the subwoofer You can achieve the same effect by using the built in graphical equalizer Lower all frequencies above 160 Hz and assign the equalizer to Monitor When you use the MAIN MIX fader to reduce the overall volume keep in mind that the subwoofer is still receiving a signal FX TO MON You can use this control to insert an effects signal from the built in effects processor to your monitor mix Of course to do this your effects processor must first receive a signal i e the FX controls in the channel strips must be turned up and the FX SEND fader see fig 2 6 hast to be open MON MUTE If the MON MUTE switch is pressed the monitor bus is muted i e there is no signal at the MON SEND connector FX SEND The FX SEND fader determines the overall level of the effects bus Both external effects processors via the FX SEND connector and the built in processor only receive an input signal if this control is open FX TO MAIN Use the FX TO MAIN control to feed the effects signal into the main mix If the control is turned all the way to the left no effects signal can be heard FX MUTE If the FX MUTE switch is pressed the effects channel is muted i e no signal
4. val LINE IN L x LINE IN LINE IN SS 778 S7 9710 T GAIN T GAIN CDa CON Sl Sr o Bert 40 20 20 L Fig 2 5 Stereo channel inputs Each stereo channel features two line level inputs on 14 connectors for left and right channels Channels 9 10 and 11 12 can also be used in mono if you only use the connector labeled L Both channels 5 6 and 7 8 feature an additional balanced XLR input for microphones with available 48 V phantom power All stereo channel strips have a GAIN control for level setting In those channels in which a mic input is present in the channel the GAIN control has two scales just like in the mono channels there is a 0 to 40 dB scale that shows the preamplification of the mic signal the 20 to 20 dB scale shows the sensitivity for the corresponding input level that is applied to the line input Both inputs can also be used with balanced or unbalanced connectors 2 2 2 Equalizer stereo channels The equalizer of the stereo channels is of course stereo The filter characteristics and crossover frequencies are the same as those of the mono channels A stereo equalizer is always preferable to two mono equalizers if frequency correction of a stereo signal is needed There is often a discrepancy between the settings of the left and the right channels when using separate equalizers 2 2 3 Aux sends stereo channels In principle the aux sends of the ste
5. wish to use multi way loudspeaker systems without an integrated crossover you have to use an active crossover and several power amplifiers Often limiters are already built into active crossovers e g BEHRINGER SUPER X PRO CX2310 and ULTRADRIVE PRO DCX2496 Active crossovers are implemented directly before the power amplifier and they divide the frequency range into several segments that are first amplified in the amplifiers and then passed onto the corresponding loudspeakers 10 XENYX X1222USB User Manual Recording For mastering using a stereo compressor such as the COMPOSER PRO XL MDX2600 can be recommended Use it to custom tailor the dynamic characteristics of your signal to the dynamic range of the recording equipment you are using The signal is in this case passed on from the compressor into the recorder PHONES The PHONES control adjusts the volume of the headphones connected to the PHONS CTRL connector If you connect active monitors or an amplifier use this connector to adjust the output signal level A CAUTION We would 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 the PHONES control in the main section fully down before you switch on the unit Always be careful to set the appropriate volume PHONS Fig 2 13 PHONS CTRL connector PHONS CTRL connector You can connect headphones to this 14
6. Bu Gain range 20 dB to 20 dB DSP Texas Instruments Max input level 22 dBu 0 dB Gain Converter 24 bit Sigma Delta 64 128 times oversampling Sampling rate 40 kHz Type RCA connectors ne a Bee Max input level 22 dBu Audio Stereo In Out EQ Mono Channels Aula Byes low 80 Hz 15 dB Converter 16 bit Mid 2 5 kHz 15 dB Aapee a igh ihe 2158 Low cut 80 Hz 18 dB oct Noise EQ Stereo Channels Main mix o0 99 dB Low 80 Hz 15 dB Channel fader 20 101 dB A weighted Mid 2 5 kHz 15 dB Main mix 0 dB 84 dB High 12 kHz 15 dB Channel fader 20 87 dB A weighted Medd H T F A weighted Type 14 TS connector unbalanced Impedance approx 120 Q Max output level 22 dBu Mains Voltage 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Aux Returns Power consumption 40W Type 14 TRS connector unbalanced Fuse T 1 6A H250V Impedance approx 10 KQ Mains connection Standard IEC receptacle a Main Outputs Type XLR electronically balanced Dimensions WxDxH a se on Impedance approx 240 0 balanced approx 120 Q unbalanced Max output level 28 dBu Headphone Output Type 14 TRS connector unbalanced Max output level 19 dBu 150 0 25 dBm Weight net approx 9 3 lbs approx 4 22 kg Measuring conditions J TkHzrel to 0 dBu 20 Hz 20 kHz line input main output unity gain 2 20 Hz 20kHz measured at main o
7. 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 STANDBY If the STANDBY switch is pressed all input channels with a mic connector XLR connector are muted During breaks or stage conversion you can prevent noise from entering the sound system via the microphones Such noise can in the worst case scenario even irreparably damage loudspeaker membranes The cool thing about this is that the main mix faders can remain open so that you can play music from a CD at the same time Similarly the faders for the muted channels can also remain in their position To bring in other sound sources you can use the CD tape inputs stereo input channels 9 to 12 and the aux return inputs CD TAPE MUTE Using this switch the input signal from the CD tape inputs is muted CD TAPE RET URN This stereo fader assigns the input signal from the CD tape inputs into the main mix B TRACK7USB INPUT OUTPUT Fig 2 10 2 track connectors CD TAPE INPUT The CD TAPE INPUT RCA connectors are provided for connecting a 2 track machine e g DAT recorder or also a CD player They can also be used as stereo line input Alternatively the outp
8. SIC Group s Limited Warranty please see complete details online at www music group com warranty 4 XENYX X1222USB User Manual EN 1 Introduction FBQ Feedback Detection System The FBQ Feedback Detection System integrated into the graphic equalizer is one of the most outstanding characteristics of this mixing console 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 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 e 130 dB dynamic range for an incredible amount of headroom e A bandwidth ranging from below 10 Hz to over 200 kHz for crystal clear reproduction of even the finest nuances e The extremely low noise and distortion free circuitry guarantees absolutely natural and transparent signal reproduction e They are perfectly matched to every conceivable microphone with up to 60 dB gain and 48 volt phantom power supply e 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 equalize
9. TRS connector The connector can also be used for feeding active monitor loudspeakers or an amplifier in your control room For this purpose the signal is taken directly before it is passed on to the main mix faders 2 3 6 Level meter and level setting TI POWER 48 V l Oo oO O cur O O 10 O 07 9 O 4 0 O 2 0 0 00 9 O 2 0 O 4 0 O 7 0 O 10 O O 20 O O 30 O L R ee eg Fig 2 14 Level meter POWER The blue POWER LED indicates that the device is switched on 48 V The red 48 V LED lights up when the phantom power supply is switched on The phantom power supply is necessary for condenser microphones and is activated using the corresponding switch on the rear of the device 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 loudspeakers should be muted before you activate the phantom power supply After switching on wait approx one minute to allow for system stabilization LEVEL METER CLIP The high precision level meter accurately displays the appropriate signal level LEVEL SETTING When recording to a digital device the recorder s peak meter should not exceed 0 dB This is because unlike analog recordings slightly excessive levels can create unpleasant digital distortion When recording to an analog device the VU meters of t
10. X control in the channel strip for both applications FOOT Fig 3 2 Connection socket for the footswitch 12 _XENYX X1222USB User Manual FOOTSWITCH Connect a standard footswitch to the footswitch connector use this to switch the effects processor on and off A flashing dot at the bottom of the display indicates if the effects processor is muted via the footswitch In chapter 4 2 you will find an illustration showing how to connect your footswitch correctly PROGRAM PARAMETER O MAX SURROUND XPA TO MAIN Fig 3 3 Digital Effects module and XPQ Surround Function control elements 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 The FX SEND fader determines the level that reaches the effects module PROGRAM You can select the effect preset by turning the PROGRAM control The display flashes the number of the current preset To recall the selected preset press the button the flashing stops You can also recall the selected preset using the footswitch 3 2 XPQ surround function The 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 transparent Use th
11. ad the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully 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 behringer com Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently Thank you for your cooperation 2 Control Elements and Connectors EN 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 l mc l O Prin 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 Please mute your playba
12. ashed down and the quiet sections are boosted Turn the COMP knob clockwise to add more compression effect The adjacent LED with light when the effect is engaged 2 1 2 Equalizer All mono input channels include a 3 band equalizer All bands provide boost or cut of up to 15 dB In the central position the equalizer is inactive 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 Se Fig 2 2 The equalizer ofthe input channels The upper HIGH and the lower band LOW 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 band are 12 kHz and 80 Hz respectively The mid band is configured as a peak filter with a center frequency of 2 5 kHz Unlike shelving filters the peak filter processes a frequency range that extends upwards and downwards around its middle frequency 2 1 3 Aux sends MON and FX Fig 2 3 The AUX SEND controls in the channel strips Aux sends take 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 exampl
13. bridged stereo phone plug on the console side tip and ring connected 6 XENYX X1222USB User Manual LOW CUT The mono channels of the mixing consoles have a high slope LOW CUT filter for eliminating unwanted low frequency signal components 80 Hz 18 dB octave GAIN Use the GAIN 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 standard line level signals 10 dBV or 4 dBu look like this While the GAIN control is turned all the way down connect your equipment Set the GAIN 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 GAIN slightly for 10 dBV a bit more Tweaking is done using the LEVEL SET LED LEVEL SET This LED lights up when the optimum operating signal level is achieved During normal use this LED should only light up during signal peaks COMPRESSOR Each mono channel features a built in compressor which lowers the dynamic range of the signal and increases its perceived loudness The loud peaks are squ
14. ch can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Important information Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by MUSIC Group can void the user s authority to use the equipment behringer com We Hear You AN behringer
15. ck system before you activate the phantom power supply to prevent switch on thumps being directed to your loudspeakers Please also note the instructions in chapter 2 5 Rear view of X1222USB LINE IN Each mono input also features a balanced line input on a connector Unbalanced devices mono jacks can also be connected to these inputs Please remember that you can only use either the microphone or the line input of a channel at any one time You can never use both simultaneously 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 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 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 effects device end and a
16. dditional control elements 7 XENYX X1222USB User Manual PAN The PAN control determines the position of the channel signal within the stereo image This control features a constant power characteristic which means the signal is always maintained at a constant level irrespective of position in the stereo panorama MUTE Use the MUTE switch to mute the channel This means that the channel signal is no longer present in the main mix However the aux sends MON and FX remain active MUTE LED The MUTE LED indicates that the relevant channel is muted CLIP LED The CLIP LED lights up when the input signal is driven too high In this case lower apparent frequency increase on the channel EQ to avoid distortion For example lower the mids and the highs somewhat to emphasize the bass If you don t wish to change the EQ settings under any circumstances try lowering the GAIN control somewhat counterclockwise If you inserted an external effects processor via the insert connector e g a dynamic processor then you should also control its output signal level It should not be higher than its input signal level 0 dB The channel fader determines the level of the channel signal in the main mix Attention Since the aux path for the effect processor is connected post fader the channel fader has to be turned up in order to get this channel s signal to the effects processor 2 2 Stereo channels 2 2 1 Channel inputs ee eed
17. device If only the left connector is used the aux return 1 automatically operates in mono You can also use these connectors as additional line inputs AUX RETURN 2 The AUX RETURN 2 connectors are used exactly the same way as the AUX RETURN 1 connectors If these connectors already function as additional inputs you can route the effects signal back into the console via a different stereo channel with the added benefit that the channel EQ can be used to adjust the frequency response of the effects return signal Inthis instance the FX control of the channel being used as an effects return should be turned fully counter clockwise otherwise feedback problems can occur 2 3 4 CD tape return channel voice canceller and connection socket VOICI CANCELLER STANDBY A imus aLL MIC CHANNELS en Fig 2 9 CD tape return channel This channel intended especially for connecting stereo signal sources CD players DAT recorders or even sound cards features a particularly practical feature the VOICE CANCELLER 9 XENYX X1222USB User Manual 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
18. e to an active monitor speaker or an external effects device The return from an external effects device can then be brought back into the console via the aux return connectors For situations that require effects processing the aux sends are usually switched post fader so that the effects volume in a channel corresponds to the position of the channel fader If this were not the case the effects signal of the channel would remain audible even when the fader is turned to zero When setting up a monitor mix the aux sends are generally switched to pre fader i e they operate independently of the position of the channel fader Both aux sends are mono are sourced after the equalizer and offer up to 15 dB gain Ifyou press the MUTE switch of the respective channel aux sends and returns MON and FX are not being muted MON In the X1222USB aux send 1 MON is wired pre fader and is thus particularly suitable for setting up monitor mixes FX The aux send labeled FX is for feeding external effects devices and is thus set up to be post fader In the X1222USB the FX send is routed directly to the built in effects processor To make sure that the effects processor receives an input signal you shouldn t turn this control all the way to the left 00 Don t have the FX MUTE switch pressed and you should also not have the FX SEND fader pulled down 2 1 4 Pan mute switch and channel fader Fig 2 4 Channel fader and a
19. e SURROUND control to determine the intensity of this effect 4 Installation 4 1 Rack mounting The packaging of your mixing console contains two 19 rack mount brackets which can be installed on the side panels of the console Before you can attach the rack mount brackets to the mixing console you need to remove the screws holding the left and right side panels Use these screws to fasten the two brackets onto the console being careful to note that each bracket fits a specific side With the rack mount brackets 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 Only use the screws holding the mixing console side panels to fasten the 19 rack mounts 4 2 Cable connections You will need a large number of cables for the various connections to and from the console The following illustrations show the wiring of these cables Be sure to use only high grade cables Ya TS footswitch connector 4 strain relief clamp 4 sleeve lt lt tip sleeve a pole 1 ground tip qy pole 2 The footswitch connects both poles momentarily Fig 4 1 4 TS footswitch connector 4 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
20. he 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 Logically at least one ideally several microphone channels have to be open for feedback to occur at all 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 EQ IN Use this switch to activate the graphic equalizer When activated the fader LEDs will illuminate 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 2 5 Rear view of X1222USB POWER PHANTOM ON ON 100 240 V 50 60 Hz 40 W FUSE T 1 6 AH 250 V Fig 2 17 Voltage supply and fuse FUSE HOLDER IEC MAINS RECEPTACLE The console is connected to the mains via the cable supplied which meets the required safety standards Blown fuses must only be replaced by fuses of the same type and rating The mains c
21. he 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 This is why for example a Hi Hat should only be driven as far as 10 dB Snare drums should be driven to approx 0 dB The peak meters of your XENYX display the level virtually independent of frequency A recording level of 0 dB is recommended for all signal types 2 3 7 USB SSR Ola Fig 2 15 USB input output The XENYX mixer line has built in USB connectivity allowing stereo signals to be sent to and from the mixer and a computer The audio sent from the mixer to a computer is identical to the MAIN MIX Audio being sent to the mixer from a computer can be routed to the main mix with the 2 TR USB RTN fader Connect the USB type B plug into the USB jack on the mixer and the other end into a free USB port on your computer There are no required drivers but we recommend that PC users install the included ASIO driver The driver can also be downloaded from behringer com 2 4 Graphic 7 band equalizer In 63 160 400 4k 2 5k 6 3k 16k D EI en Fig 2 16 The graphic stereo equalizer AMAIN MIX Y MONITOR The graphic stereo equalizer allows you to tailor the sound to the room acoustics 11 XENYX X1222USB User Manual FBQ FEEDBACK DETECTION The switch turns on the FBQ Feedback Detection System It uses t
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23. inute to allow for system stabilization Caution You must never use unbalanced XLR connectors PIN 1 and 3 connected on the MIC input connectors if you want to use the phantom power supply SERIAL NUMBER Please note the important information on the serial number given in chapter 1 3 3 3 Digital Effects Processor and XPQ Surround Function 3 1 Digital effects processor 24 BIT MULTI FX PROCESSOR MODULATION 10 CHORU 10 CHORUS 11 FLANGER 12 PHASER si IMBINATION FX 15 DELAY REVERB 16 CHORUS REVERB O S O max SURROUND PARAMETER Mi Fig 3 1 Effects presets overview 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 The integrated effects module has the advantage of requiring no wiring This way the danger of creating ground loops or uneven signal levels is eliminated at the outset completely simplifying the handling These effect presets are designed to be added to dry signals If you move the FX TO MAIN control you mix the channel signal dry and the effect signal This also goes for mixing effects signals with the monitor mix The main difference is that the mix ratio is adjusted using the FX TO MON control Of course a signal has to be fed into the effects processor via the F
24. 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 amplifiers headphones and 2 track outputs can also be taken Mix 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 The interface of BEHRINGER mixing consoles is optimized for these tasks enabling you to easily keep track of the signal path 5 XENYX X1222USB User Manual 1 2 The user s manual The user s manual is designed to give you both an overview ofthe 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 1 3 Before you get started 1 3 1 Shipme
25. nt 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 Ifthe 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 power 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 Online registration Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting behringer com alternatively behringer de and kindly re
26. onnection is made via a cable with IEC mains connector An appropriate mains cable is supplied with the equipment POWER Use the POWER switch to power up 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 ina 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 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 PHANTOM The PHANTOM switch activates the phantom power supply for the XLR microphone inputs which is required to operate condenser microphones The red 48 V LED lights up when phantom power is on Asa rule dynamic microphones can still be used with phantom power switched on provided that they are wired in a balanced configuration In case of doubt contact the microphone manufacturer 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 loudspeakers should be muted before you activate the phantom power supply After switching on wait approx one m
27. or modification should be performed only by qualified personnel 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 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 Caution 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 liquids and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus 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 Repairs have to be performed by qualified service personnel Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth NA Sw NS Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer instructions 8 Do notinstall near any heat sources such as radiators heat
28. 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 Use only 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 LA injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods oftime 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 The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earth
29. reo channels function in just the same way as those of the mono channels As aux send paths are always mono the signal on a stereo channel is first summed to mono before it reaches the aux bus 2 2 4 Balance mute switch and channel fader BAL The function of the BAL ANCE control corresponds to the PAN control in the mono channels The balance control determines the relative proportion between the left and right input signals before both signals are routed to the main stereo mix bus The MUTE switch MUTE LED CLIP LED and channel fader function in the same way as the mono channels 2 3 Connector panel and main section Whereas 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 one point on each of the channel strips and then routed to the main section all together 2 3 1 Monitor send and FX send channels J Fig 2 6 Aux send controls of the main section A channel signal is routed to the MON ITOR send bus if the MON control is turned up on the corresponding channel 8 XENYX X1222USB User Manual MON SEND The aux send control MON SEND acts as master control for the monitor bus and determines the level of the summed signal that is taken from the mixer via the MON SEND connector and that can for example be fed to an amplifier for monitor
30. roduced in a loudspeaker Because microphone 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 Level setting Signals fed into the mixer using a Dl 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 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 Signal distribution Individual signals adjusted at each channel strip are
31. rs 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 Dand D A converters included which gives you 16 presets producing first class reverb delay and modulation effects plus numerous multi effects in excellent audio quality 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 A CAUTION We would 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 the 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 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 rep
32. snseceseeesneeeees 11 3 2 XPQ surround FUNCTION irsinin 12 4 Installation ccsceccccscccsccsscccccccsscsssccrsccsseccescsssces 12 4 1 Rack MOUNN Gonsar 12 4 2 Cable connections nsesensenseensssnnssennssennsseunnssenneen 12 5 Specifications eussonesonssonnsnnnssnennnnsnnnssnnssnnennnnsnnnee 13 Thank you Congratulations In purchasing the BEHRINGER XENYX you have acquired a mixer whose small size belies its incredible versatility and audio performance 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 3 XENYX X1222USB User Manual Important Safety Instructions EN CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE D ELECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock Use only high quality professional speaker cables with 14 TS or twist locking plugs pre installed All other installation
33. t strain relief lamp Impedance approx 2 6 kQ balanced d oleve Signal to noise ratio 110 dB 112 dB A weighted s ring 0 dBu In 22 dB Gain A tip Distortion THD N 0 005 0 004 A weighted a Tie Linenput Type 14 TRS connector c HI im electronically balanced J w en Impedance approx 20 kQ balanced approx 10 KQ unbalanced Connect the insert send with the input and the insert return with the output of the effects device Gain range 10 to 40 dB Fig 4 5 Insert send return 14 TRS connector Max input level 22 dBu 0 dB Gain N Fade Out Attenuation Crosstalk Attenuation Ya TRS headphones connector 4 strain relief clamp Main fader closed 98 dB o sleeve i ring Channel muted 85 dB Channel fader muted 85 dB Frequency Response ee Microphone input to main out lt 10 Hz 90 kHz 0dB 1dB ring a right signal lt 10 Hz 160 kHz 0 dB 3 dB m Ten jond J Fig 4 6 4 TRS connector for headphones Channels 5 6 7 8 Microphone input Type XLR microphone connector electronically balanced Impedance approx 2 6 KQ balanced Gain range 0 dB to 40 dB Max input level 2 dBu 14 XENYX X1222USB User Manual Channels 9 10 11 12 CD Tape Out Stereo line inputs Type RCA connectors Type 2x 14 TRS connector unbalanced Impedance approx 1 kQ Impedance approx 40 K0 0 dB Gain Max output level 22 d
34. the balanced input outputs Use either mono plugs or ensure that ring and sleeve are bridged inside the stereo plug or pins 1 amp 3 in the case of XLR connectors Caution You must never use unbalanced XLR connectors pins 1 and 3 connected on the MIC inputs if you intend to use the phantom power supply Balanced use with XLR connectors gt ei c aa 1 ground shield 2 hot ve 3 cold ve output For unbalanced use pin 1 and pin 3 have to be bridged Fig 4 2 XLR connections Unbalanced 1 4 TS connector lt strain relief clamp lt 4 sleeve 4 tip i on su go Qo z 2 a a8 gt S amp Fig 4 3 4 TS connector 13 _XENYX X1222USB User Manual 5 Specifications Balanced 14 TRS connector Mono Inputs UUUUDDTDTTTTTTTTU o sleeve Microphone Inputs XENYX Mic Preamp Type XLR electronically balanced discrete input circuitry ar Mic E 1 N 20 Hz 20 kHz 0 0 source resistance 134 dB 135 7 dB A weighted ring cold ve 500 source resistance 131 dB 133 5 dB A weighted tip J hot ve 150 0 source resistance 129 dB 130 5 dB A weighted EEE Frequency response lt 10 Hz 150 kHz 1 dB lt 10 Hz 200 kHz 3 dB oe TRS connectar Gain range 10 to 60 dB Max input level 12 dBu 10 dB Gain Insert send return 14 TRS connector g
35. ut signal of a second XENYX or BEHRINGER ULTRALINK PRO MX882 can also be connected If you connect a hi fi amplifier with a source selection switch to the CD TAPE INPUT you can easily switch between additional sources e g cassette recorder MD player sound card etc Using the voice canceller function you can process all signals being brought into your mixing console via these connectors CD TAPE OUTPUT These connectors are wired pre graphic EQ and pre XPQ surround function They carry the main mix signal unbalanced effects mix included Connect the CD TAPE OUTPUT to the inputs of your recording device If you wish to use your mixer solely for recording purposes the main outputs are also an alternative 2 3 5 Main mix main out connectors and headphone connector PHONES MAX MAIN MIX LEFT RIGHT Fig 2 11 Main mix fader MAIN MIX Use the high precision quality faders to control the output level of the main mix MAIN OUT Lepr RUAL pisht CACA Fig 2 12 Main out connectors MAIN OUT The MAIN outputs carry the MAIN MIX signal and are on balanced XLR connectors with a nominal level of 4 dBu Depending on how you wish to use your mixer and which gear you own you can connect the following equipment Live PA systems A stereo dynamics processor optional stereo equalizer optional and the stereo power amplifier for full range loud speakers with passive crossovers If you
36. utput 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 15 _XENYX X1222USB User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FC BEHRINGER XENYX X1222USB Responsible Party Name MUSIC Group Services US Inc Address 18912 North Creek Parkway Suite 200 Bothell WA 98011 USA Phone Fax No Phone 1 425 672 0816 Fax 1 425 673 7647 XENYX X1222USB complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the following paragraph This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception whi
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