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1. MIDI In Bj um Oooo BEgO ri MIDI Thru MIDI Out MIDI In MIDI Out MIDI In 2 Emm Fig 4 4 VIRTUALIZER 3D MIDI connection with a sequencer computer and a keyboard 0480 MIDI Out MIDIIn 1 5 MIDI Functions of the FX2000 Due to the complete implementation of the MIDI interface it is very easy to integrate the VIRTUALIZER 3D in a MIDI System MIDIIN All MIDI data that are sent to the FX2000 sequencer MIDI foot controller etc are received at the MIDI IN port If you want to use the FX2000 as an effects unit ina guitar rack you can connect a MIDI foot controller to the MIDI IN socket and use it to change the program presets If you are simultaneously operating another MIDI device you can transfer the control commands of the MIDI foot controller using the MIDI THRU socket of the VIRTUALIZER 3D MIDI THRU The MIDI THRU socket allows you to loop through incoming MIDI signals All control commands that arrive at the MIDI IN socket can be passed on to other MIDI devices and instruments using the MIDI THRU socket MIDIOUT Use the MIDI OUT to send data to a connected computer or other VIRTUALIZER 3D 5 1 Saving data via MIDI To store all presets outside the VIRTUALIZER 3D you can use a special form of MIDI communication called system e
2. S Channel Insert Subgroup Insert 00000000 00000000 m 00000000 m 00000000 m 00000000 m m o0000000 Fig 4 2 Wiring the VIRTUALIZER 3D in the insert path behringer com 4 4 Using the VIRTUALIZER 3D as an effects device for instruments Due to its MIDI implementation the VIRTUALIZER 3D can also be used as multi effects unit in a guitar rack Naturally the VIRTUALIZER 3D can be cabled both as mono and as stereo unit The following examples show how to use the FX2000 with a guitar setup m LL geo ut Effects Loop Return Fig 4 3 Connecting the VIRTUALIZER 3D to a guitar amp send return mono Fundamentally the following applies The VIRTUALIZER 3D should be connected between preamp and output stage of your amplifier For this purpose most of the guitar amplifiers offer an effects loop which allows the preamp signal of your amplifier to pass on to the audio input stage of the FX2000 Then in the VIRTUALIZER 3D the pream
3. 20 Fig 1 4 VIRTUALIZER 3D rear panel 9 Both the MIX BYPASS CONTROL and the four EDIT CONTROLs react dynamically This means that depending how fast you rotate the wheels the present parameter is changed in steps of 1 2 5 or 10 The faster the rotation the greater the change in the parameter value To select one of the 200 presets press the PRESET key once then rotate the J0G WHEEL 17 To select one ofthe 71 basic effect algorithms press the EFFECT key once then rotate the JOG WHEEL For information on the parameter values that are set forthe basic effect algorithms see chapter 7 4 To select the EDIT CONTROL function see 6 9 press the EDIT key When you make changes to a user preset the STORE key s LED begins to blink The FX2000 comprises 100 user presets for your own settings and 100 factory presets see separate preset sheet To save your changes press the STORE key Select a storage space number with the Jog Wheel and confirm it by pressing the STORE key again If you have made changes to a preset and the LED of the STORE key is blinking you can press the COMPARE key to temporarily restore the preset s original settings While these settings are loaded the COMPARE key s LED blinks and COMP appears in the LED display Press the COMPARE key again toreturn to edit mode and store your changes 5 To enter SETUP mode press the SETUP key In setup mode you can access the parameters shown below
4. Feedback Base Mix si haser 1 33 50 0 10096 100 0 50 50 1 1 50 0 6696 100 Spee Feedback Base Mix 25 Dual Phaser 1 25 50 0 7596 100 0 32 50 1 12 50 0 100 100 36 Leslie Spee rum Depth Horn Depth Drive Balance Mix 1 46 50 0 6096 100 0 60 100 0 20 100 50 00 45 50 00 50 0 75 100 N 3 Semitones 1 Cents 1 Semitones 2 Cents2 Semitones 3 Cents 3 Mix 27 Pitch Shifter 12 12 50 0Cent 50 Ste 12 Stereo 12 50 Stereo 50 Off 12 Off 12 Off 50 Off 50 0 100 100 Spee Depth Wave Auto Mod Mix 28 Vibrato 0 50 1 27 Hz 20 00 0 5096 100 Triangle Sine Opto 0 2596 100 0 10096 100 Spee Depth Wave Auto Mod Mix Square 9 22042 2000 o 75 1 SMe Tin 50 15 100 0 100 100 Opto Saw Down Speed Depth Wave Auto Mod Mix ag Sine Tri 2 Panning 0 50 3 21Hz 20 00 0 80 100 Sine 0 096 100 0 10096 100 Opto Saw Down Tab 7 1 Overview of the individual parameters of effects types continued on next page behringer com 22 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual Edit A Edit B Edit C Edit D Edit E Edit F Mix Name Min Def Max Min Max Min Max Min Def Max Min Def Max Min Def Max Min Def Max Ratio Threshol M
5. gt Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth SS Ur ce WIN Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do notinstall near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat behringer com 9 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 nn injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified
6. 1 9 20 9 35 100 re Delay Hi Decay Damping Spread Shv Damping iffusion Mix 5 au 0 000 0 0025 0 050 0 100 0 6025 1 000 0 10 100 1 25 50 0 10 100 1 20 20 0 45 100 re Delay Hi Decay Damping Size Shv Damping ER Reverb Balance Mix 7 9 0030s omo 2000 39 15 100 1 30 50 o 20 100 60 100 40 100 8 Spring re Delay Hi Decay Damping Metal Reso Hi Cut iffusion Mix Reverb 0 000 0 0035 0 050 0 800 1 7955 5 000 0 20 100 0 70 100 0 4 50 1 5 20 0 40 100 re Delay Hi Decay Damping Size Low Cut iffusion Mix 9 Ambience 0 000 0 0205 0100 0 100 0 300s 0 755 0 15 100 1 35 50 20 83 Hz 400 1 20 20 0 45 100 10 Early re Delay Size Wall Damping Reflections Stereo Width iffusion Mix Reflections 0 000 0 0305 0 200 1 35 50 0 30 100 1 15 15 0 100 100 il 10 20 0 40 100 11 Gated re Delay Decay Hi Decay Damping Density Low Cut iffusion Mix Reverb 0 000 0 0105 0 200 0 150 0 7255 0 950 0 15 100 1 15 20 20 121Hz 400 1 20 20 0 35 100 2 Reverse re Delay Decay Hi Decay Damping Density Low Cut iffusion Mix Reverb 0 000 0 0005 0 200 0 150 0 6505 0 950 0 20 100 1 10 20 20 104Hz 400 1 20 20 0 30 100 ae EEE EEE BESSERE 13 Stereo Delay Delay Left Coarse Delay Left Fine elay Right Coarse Delay Right Fine Feedback Left Feedback Right Mix 0 050 0 3505 5 450 0 000 0 0505 0 099 0 050 0 450s 5 450 0 000 0 0505 0 099 0 35 100 0 25 100 0 30 100 Delay Left De
7. User Manual y Leo ES VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 High Performance 3D Multi Engine Effects Processor EX behringer com behringer 2 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual Table of Contents Thank you 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal 2 3 Limited Warranty 2 4 0 4 1 0 3 1 22 2 4 5 2 Effects Algorithms 2 4 9 4 4 404 7 3 5 u u nennen 13 4 17 5 MIDI Functions of the FX2000 19 6 Installation u 19 7 Appendix 21 8 Specifications ssssosssonesoossonnennnsnnnennunsnnnsnnnsnnnnsnene 25 Thank you In purchasing the BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER 3D you have acquired an extremely efficient multi effects processor that offers first class reverberation effects and a number of other algorithms The FX2000 has 71 new effects types and thanks to its logically structured user interface it can be used easily and intuitively behringer com 3 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual Important Safety Instructions EN CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
8. s MIDI channel to the same number and switch program change receive mode on see chapter 3 6 1 If your MIDI foot controller can send MIDI controller data you can change parameters while playing For example you can change the effect from 0 to 100 with the controller while playing Set controller No 116 to the Mix Internal function value 1 and increase the effect value 0 100 with controller No 111 In this way you can provide a guitar solo with chorus and delay before removing the effects for a dry rhythm sound You can even control the bypass function with your controller contr 113 value 0 OUT value 1 IN Bypassing the VIRTUALIZER 3D can be activated this way if you need an unprocessed signal These procedures are generally possible with all MIDI devices which are capable of transmitting controller commands like keyboards sequencers etc The FX2000 can also be used between the outputs of your keyboard and the inputs of your mixer If necessary adjust the operating level with the corresponding switch on the rear panel of the unit 19 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual 4 5 Using the VIRTUALIZER 3D in a MIDI setup Thanks to the integrated MIDI interface you can incorporate the FX2000 MIDI setup The VIRTUALIZER 3D can receive and send both program changes and controller changes Thus you can use program changes using MIDI with a sequencer or with any other MIDI device Connect the FX2000 e g as follows
9. of various presets at the audio outputs of the FX2000 The VIRTUALIZER 3D gives you the security that unwanted programs are not loaded In addition you can quickly turn the Jog Wheel and still have enough time to specifically select a preset without activating neighboring programs Please note that various effects algorithms may have different volume levels Reduce the volume of your monitors while selecting new presets to prevent sudden changes in volume 3 3 Editing programs Edit Mode Programs can be edited easily and quickly with the FX2000 The list on the right side of the LED DISPLAY gives you an overview of the effects algorithms that the VIRTUALIZER 3D can generate To select these basic algorithms press the EFFECT key and rotate the Jog Wheel By turning the EDIT CONTROLs and the MIX BYPASS CONTROL you can extensively modify the sound of an effects program You select the EDIT CONTROL function using the EDIT key By repeatedly pressing the EDIT key you can for example specify whether parameter EDIT A or EDIT E will be changed with the 1st EDIT CONTROL The currently illuminated LED indicates which parameters will be edited By modifying the EQ LO and EQ HI parameters you can put the final touch on an effect As soon as you start editing the LED of the PRESET or EFFECT key depending on whether you have already loaded one of the 200 presets or have selected one of the basic algorithms dies out Simultaneously the LED
10. 0 Hz SNE Bits Resolution Tone uzz Level Noise Gain Noise HP Noise LP Mix 55 LoFi 24 7bit 6 a 6 96 kHz 400 Hz 0 3096 100 0 3596 100 20 159 Hz 20 0k 400Hz 10 3kHz 20 0kHz 0 10096 100 Tab 71 Overview ofthe individual parameters of effects types continued on next page behringer com 23 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual Edit A Edit B Edit C Edit D Edit E Edit F Mix Name Min Def Max Min Def Max Min Def Max Min Def Max Min Max Min Def Max Min Def Max um Speed Clicks Level Scratch Level Noise Level Tone Noise Freq Mix 56 Vinylizer Tasomm 800 o 100 100 o so 100 0 45 100 0 30 50 0 39 50 0 100 100 Rec Stop Play Stop Speed Mode Rec Gain Overdub Gain Mix 97 sampler Stop Stop Rec Stop Stop Play 1 2 Back Fwrd js Loop Loop Once 12 048 0 12 0dB 0 0 50 100 Sensitivity Mode Attack Release Frequency Resonance Mix 58 Vocoder In L y 0 60 100 Pulse Pulse Noise 0 005 0 025s 0 200 0 005 0 0405 0 200 0 18 50 0 25 50 0 100 100 59 Voice Bass Freq MS Balance Treble Pan Gain Mix Canceler 20 43Hz 1 00k 0 5096 100 0 5096 100 6 0 6 0 dB 6 0 O off 100 100 on Speed Depth Carrier Freq Feedback Mode Slewing Mix 60 Resonator LF0 0 10Hz LFO 10 00 Hz ENVELOPE ENV 0 005s 0 40Hz EN
11. Compr Lim Release L Release of left channel Release R Release of right channel Hold Time until release process sets in Range Degree of damping Gate dynamic limitation Ultramizer Density Degree of compression Ultramizer Speed Recovery time the higher the faster Split Frequency Split point between high and low band Stereo FX Intensity of the stereo enhancer Enhancer Frequency Frequency of the HF enhancer Band Separates low high band amp wide Ultramizer De Esser LP Frequency Basic frequency Denoiser LP Depth Controls the amount of influence on the signal level Denoiser LP Speed Recovery time of low pass modulation Denoiser Gate Hold Time until the gate process sets in Denoiser Gate Response Gate recovery time Denoiser Gate Threshold Amount of signal needed to open the noise gate Denoiser Frequency Lower cut off frequency of compression process De Esser Tab 2 4 Functioning of the dynamic effects parameters 1 atio determines the relation ofinput to output level for all signals which exceed the threshold point 2 The Soft Knee characteristic curve prevents a high compression rate high ratio from sounding unnatural 3 gt tack determines the time which the processor requires to react to signals which exceed the threshold point 4 Release determines the time that the processor needs after falling below the threshold point to reach the
12. In the OFF mode controller 112 is ignored 9 CAUTION The Store Enable mode is aimed to transfer several presets at once from an external PC to the VIRTUALIZER 3D see also chapter 5 1 In this mode you can very easily overwrite your program locations by unintentionally sending controller 112 values to the FX2000 Therefore we strongly recommend to switch off this mode immediately after use When the FX2000 is switched on this mode is automatically set to off OFF e DUMP Select the System Exclusive mode SysEx using the sixth page In this mode the FX2000 is ready to dump its complete storage content including all settings to a MIDI sequencer Start your MIDI sequencer and turn the JOG WHEEL The data transfer is indicated by GO e DR EN In this mode the FX2000 can receive SysEx data from another MIDI device To load this data turn the JOG WHEEL slightly so that the display blinks Start your sequencer and all of your settings including preset parameter settings are received by your VIRTUALIZER 3D Data transfer is interrupted by turning the JOG WHEEL slightly so that appears in the display During a SysEx data transfer all audio functions of the VIRTUALIZER 3D are inactive 3 6 2 INPUT mode With the help of the 2nd EDIT CONTROL you can specify whether your FX2000 works as a mono MONO or a stereo unit STER In mono mode input 1 is used exclusively Since the VIRTUALIZER 3
13. Resonance of the high pass filter emphasizes cut off frequency for Exciter Timbre Ratio of straight and unstraight harmonics Exciter Activates an amplification of harmonics dependent on the input Harmonics Kick level Exciter Mix Controls amount of harmonics Exciter Bass Gain Degree of the bass enhancer Sub bass Frequency Cut off frequency of the sub bass low pass filter Ultra Bass Sub bass Level Degree of sub harmonics Harmonics Degree of synthetic harmonics Exciter Harmonics Density Density of harmonics Ultra Bass Bass Gain Degree of original bass signal Ultra Bass Spread Controls the influence on the stereo signal Stereo Imager degree of stereo expansion Ultra Wide Spread Mode Selects between two different spread variations Stereo Imager MS Balance Ratio of middle and side signal Stereo Imager Stereo Balance Balance of stereo signal Stereo Imager Mono Balance Balance of mono signal Stereo Imager Amount of center impression in the stereo signal 2 6 Filter EQ effects FILTER Filters in general influence the frequency response of a signal A low pass filter allows low frequencies to pass and suppresses high frequencies while a high pass filter allows high frequencies to pass and suppresses low frequencies PARAMETRIC EQ The parametric equalizer is the most highly developed form of equalization You can control the three parameters whic
14. by a mains cable with an IEC receptacle that complies with the required safety regulations Please make sure that the unit is grounded at all times For your own protection you should never tamper with the grounding of the cable or the unit itself The unit shall always be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection 9 Installation and operation of this equipment must be carried out by competent staff only Both before and after installation the staff using the equipment should make sure that it is properly grounded since otherwise electrostatic discharge etc can lead to an impairment of its operation For more information see chapter 6 Installation The BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER 3D is equipped with electronically servo balanced inputs and outputs The circuit design features automatic hum suppression for balanced signals and thus ensures trouble free operation even at the highest operating levels Externally induced mains hum etc can therefore be effectively suppressed The automatic servo function recognizes the presence of unbalanced connectors and adjusts the nominal level internally to avoid level differences between the input and output signals 6 dB correction The MIDI connectors IN OUT THRU are standard DIN plug connections The data communication is isolated from ground by opto couplers 1 3 Online registration Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visitin
15. claim the repaired or replacement product will be returned to the user freight prepaid by MUSIC Group Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT IT IS YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR LIMITED WARRANTY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE 82 Online registration Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase at behringer com under Support and kindly read the terms and conditions of our limited warranty carefully Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently Thank you for your cooperation 3 Return materials authorization To obtain warranty service please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was purchased Should your MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity you may contact the MUSIC Group Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under 4 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual Support at behringer com If your country is not listed please check if your problem can be dealt with by our Online Support which may also be found under Support at behringer com Alternatively please submit an online warranty claim at behringer com BEFORE returning the product All inquiries must be accompanied by a description of the problem and the serial number of the product After verifying the
16. mains is made by means of a mains cable with an receptacle which complies with the required safety regulations Please note that all pieces of equipment must be grounded For your own safety under no circumstances should you remove or deactivate the grounding of the equipment or the mains cable 6 2 Audio connections As standard the BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER 3D features electronically servo balanced inputs and outputs If possible connect the unit to other devices in a balanced configuration to allow for maximum interference immunity Installation and operation of this equipment must be carried out by competent staff only Both before and after installation the staff using the equipment should make sure that it is properly grounded since otherwise electrostatic discharge etc can lead to an impairment of its operation Unbalanced 1 4 TS connector 4 strain relief clamp lt _ sleeve 4 tip sleeve ground shield tip 4 1 signal Balanced 14 TRS connector strain relief clamp lt T sleeve sleeve ground shield ring cold ve tip hot ve For connection of balanced and unbalanced plugs ring and sleeve have to be bridged at the stereo plug 20 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual Balanced use with XLR connectors input 1 ground shield 2 hot ve 3 cold
17. of the actual signal As long as the level of the actual signal lies significantly above the background noise the noise is inaudible The interference signal in this case is masked by the actual signal The expander is used to effectively expand the dynamic range of signals Signals with small amplitudes such as background noise can be weakened thereby reducing the background noise GATE On stage and in studios there are diverse applications where a noise gate is needed For example microphones that tend to cause feedback can be defused In addition you can use a gate to eliminate unwanted noise When used on vocals for example the signal is simply masked during pauses thus eliminating all noise Needless to say a gate used on vocals has to open very quickly otherwise the first syllables of soft or whispered passages would not be audible behringer com Ratio Degree of compression Compressor expansion Expander Threshold Threshold point of Compressor Expander Gate Limiter Threshold Threshold point of Limiter M Gain Make up gain Gain L Make up gain for left channel Gain R Make up gain for right channel Soft Knee Bending of the characteristic curve at the threshold point Attack Response time Attack L Response time of left channel Wave Designer Attack R Response time of right channel Wave Designer Release Release right stop activates auto mode for
18. of the product by MUSIC Group shows that the defect in question is not covered by the limited warranty the inspection costs are payable by the customer Products which do not meet the terms of this limited warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyers expense MUSIC Group or its authorized service center will inform the buyer of any such circumstance If the buyer fails to submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after notification MUSIC Group will return the unit C 0 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 MUSIC Group Authorized Resellers do not sell new products directly in online auctions Purchases made through an online auction are on a buyer beware basis Online auction confirmations or sales receipts are not accepted for warranty verification and MUSIC Group will not repair or replace any product purchased through an online auction 5 Warranty transferability This limited warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer customer of authorized reseller and is not transferable to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product No other person reseller etc shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf of MUSIC Group 6 Claim for damage Subject only to the operation of mandatory applicable local laws MUSIC Group shall have no liability to the buyer under this warranty fo
19. product s warranty eligibility with the original sales receipt MUSIC Group will then issue a Return Materials Authorization number Subsequently the product must be returned in its original shipping carton together with the return authorization number to the address indicated by MUSIC Group Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted 4 Warranty Exclusions This limited warranty does not cover consumable parts including but not limited to fuses and batteries Where applicable MUSIC Group warrants the valves or meters contained in the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ninety 90 days from date of purchase This limited warranty does not cover the product if it has been electronically or mechanically modified in any way 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 This limited warranty does not cover any such modification adaptation regardless of whether it was carried out properly or not Under the terms of this limited warranty MUSIC Group shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from sucha modification adaptation This limited warranty covers only
20. 2 si Saw Up 100 485 Hz 15 0k 0 85 100 LP 12 LP 12 HP 24 1 35 50 0 10 4 84 Hz 20 00 gt Saw Down Saw Down 0 100 100 Triangle BP 12 Square BP 24 m Parametric Gain 1 Freq 1 01 Gain 2 Freq 2 02 Gain EQ 16 4dB 16 200 489Hz 10 0k 0 50 1 16 10 00 16 6 dB 16 200Hz 2 58kHz 10 0 kHz 0 50 1 03 10 00 16 3dB 16 200Hz 400 Hz 800 Hz 1 6 kHz 3 2 kHz 6 4 kHz Gain 48 Graphic EQ 16 3dB 16 16 1dB 16 16 3 dB 16 16 3 16 16 1dB 16 16 3 dB 16 16 2 48 16 Distortion Amp Simulation 49 Vocal Distortion Delay Gain Delay Flanger Level Type Flanger Speed Mix Distortion 1 51 100 0 30 100 0 050 0 187s 1 000 0 10096 100 1 3 3 0 050 0 202Hz 2 000 0 10096 100 Drive PreHP Pre LP Damp Tube Select Mid EQ Mix Distortion 1 50 100 50 120Hz 1 00k 100 2 07kHz 15 0 15 0 7 11 kHz 1 00 1 2 3 16 1dB 16 0 100 100 In Gain Drive Presence Gain Cabinet Type Mid EQ Mix 51 GuitarAmp 1 60 100 1 70 100 1 70 100 1 75 100 1 2 8 16 048 16 0 100 100 A In Gain Low Fuzz Mid Fuzz Hi Fuzz Drive Hi Damp Mix 52 Tri Fuzz 1 80 100 1 51 100 1 55 100 1 51 100 1 65 100 1 50 100 0 100 100 55 Speaker Type EQ Gain EQ Frequency EQ Q Mix Simulation 1 5 8 16 048 16 200Hz 1 44kHz 10 0kHz 0 50 2 24 10 00 0 100 100 Speed Depth Carrier Freq Tone Mode Slewing Mix ue ur Modulator RAND 0 40 Hz RAND 0 25 100 100Hz 308Hz 10 0kHz 200Hz 2 00kHz 20 0kHz LFO LFO RANDOM 0 0 100 0 100 100 SINE 1 0 Hz SINE 100
21. D is a real True Stereo device the DSP processes the signal for many effects separately for both channels see chapter 71 For effects 13 15 and 38 right and left channel parameters can even be edited separately 9 For effects 42 44 58 and 59 a signal must be present at both inputs for optimal stereo results 3 6 3 OUTPUT mode Use the 3rd EDIT CONTROL to determine the FX2000 s OUTPUT mode The selection of settings depends on your FX2000 s application If you re using the VIRTUALIZER 3D in connection with a mixing console aux bus activate the Mix External EXTN output mode The FX2000 s output signal is then 10096 wet If you re using the FX2000 with a guitar amplifier that has an effects loop select the Mix Internal INTN output mode Then use the MIX BYPASS control to adjust the effect volume For further information see chapters 4 2 and 4 4 3 6 4 Dual engine configuration CONFIG You can use the 4th EDIT CONTROL to decide how the FX2000 s effects combinations presets 61 71 should be structured Since the 2000 is a true Dual Engine unit you can choose between serial 1 SERT serial 2 SER2 and parallel PARA See fig 3 1 3 2 and 3 3 to understand how these settings influence the composition of the effects combinations In the example of preset 61 chorus amp reverb you can decide whether the chorus and reverb effects run separately from each other or whether the signal treated by th
22. DO NOT OPEN Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock Use only high quality commercially available speaker cables with 14 TS plugs pre installed All other installation or modification should be performed only by qualified personnel ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIGUE NE PAS OUVRIR gt 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 gt This symbol wherever it appears alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature Please read the manual gt 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 gt 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 gt 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
23. Designer 50 25 450 50 425 50 Ste 50 Stereo 50 Ste 50 Stereo 50 Auto 24 Auto 24 dB Er Auto 24dB O off 100 100 on Psycho Accoustic 39 it Frequency Filter Q Harmonics Timbre Harmon Kick Mix xciter 1 00 7 09 kHz 10 0 1 1 20 0 2596 100 0 5096 100 Off On On 0 40 100 High Freq High Gain Bass Width Bass Gain MidQ Mid Gain Gain 40 Enhancer 1 42 50 0 30 100 50 30 50 0 35 100 1 30 50 0 10 100 16 1dB 16 4i Subbass Freq Subbass Level Harmon Freq Harmon Level Harmon Density Bass Gain Mix ra Bass 80 0 130 6 Hz 150 0 0 25 100 300 2012 2500 0 50 100 1 7 7 0 60 100 O off 100 100 on Stereo Spread MS Balance Spread Mode Gain Stereo Balance Mono Balance Mix mager 0 50 100 0 75 100 Spread Space Space 6 0 1 0 dB 6 0 0 50 100 0 50 100 O off 100 100 on Center Spread X Over Frequ Gain Mix 43 Ultra Wide 0 2596 100 0 5096 100 100 511Hz 10 0k 12 0 6 0 dB 12 0 O off 100 100 on Center Space Mode Gain Speaker Distance Speaker Compens Mix 44 Binauralizer 0 4096 100 0 3296 100 Phones Speakers Speakers 12 0 5 0 dB 12 0 0 4 18 25 50 100 O off 100 100 on Filter EQ Base Freq Depth Type Resonance Attack Release Mix LP 12 45 Auto Filter LP 24 BP 12 100 368 Hz 15 0k 0 30 100 HP12 BP 12 24 1 34 50 0 005 0 0225 2 000 0 005 0 0615 2 000 0 100 100 HP 24 Base Freq Depth Type Resonance Speed Wave Mix LP 24 46 LFOFilter HP 1
24. ELAY A delay of the input signal Different tempo settings allow interesting delay effects TAPE ECHO Similar to the stereo delay with the difference being that the repetitions have less presence This simulates the character of the original tape echo that was used before the digital era and be thought of as Vintage Sound The tape echo s reflections include high and low pass filters PING PONG A delay effect with changing stereo positioning where the time intervals between the repetitions can be changed Delay Left Length of left delay Tape Echo Ping Pong Delay Left Coarse Length of delay time left in 100 ms steps Delay Left Fine Length of delay time left in 1 ms steps Delay Right Length of right delay Tape Echo Ping Pong Delay Right Coarse Length of delay time right in 100 ms steps Delay Right Fine Length of delay time right in 1 ms steps Feedback Repetition s for both channels Feedback Left Repetition s for the left channel Feedback Right Repetition s for the right channel Feedback Delay Left Delay of the left feedback Feedback Delay Right Delay of the right feedback Feedback HP High pass cut off frequency of repetition s Feedback LP Low pass cut off frequency of repetition s Low pass frequency within the delay feedback loo Damping Tape Echo i Tab 2 2 Functioning of the delay effects parameters 1 Filter allows the frequency below a partic
25. I implementation chart Parameter Name Display Range Sa Control Value Range Bank Select 1 001 100 U 001 100 0 0 ROM 1 RAM Algorithm Algorithm Name 02 0 70 Edit Depends on effect 103 Depends on effect Edit B Depends on effect 04 Depends on effect Edit Depends on effect 05 Depends on effect Edit D Depends on effect 106 Depends on effect Edit E Depends on effect 107 Depends on effect Edit F Depends on effect 08 Depends on effect EQ Low 16 16 dB 109 0 32 EQ High 16 16 dB 110 0 32 Mix Depends on effect 111 Depends on effect Store U 001 U 100 12 0 99 In Out 0 100 113 0 1 ombination Mode SER1 SER2 PARA 114 0 5S1 1 5S2 2 PA Input Mode MONO STER 115 0 MONO 1 STER External Internal Mix EXTN INTN 116 0 EXTN 1 INTR Tab 7 2 Controller functions with MIDI behringer com 25 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual 8 Specifications Analog Inputs Power Supply Connectors XLR and 4 TRS Voltage Type RF filtered servo balanced input stage USA Canada 120 V 60 Hz Impedance 80 balanced Europe U K Australia 230 V 50 Hz Nominal Operating Level 10 dBV or 4 dBu selectable Japan 100 V 50 60 Hz Max Input Level 15 dBu at 4 dBu nominal level General export model 120 230 V 50 60 Hz 1 dBV at 10 dBV nominal level Rise 100 120 V T 200 mA H 250 V 200 240 V T 100 mA L 250 V Connectors XLR and 14 TRS Pow
26. IZER 3D is adapted to the optimal operating level Use the input level meter on the front panel to find the appropriate operating level behringer com 21 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual 7 Appendix 7 1 Parameter overview Edit A Edit B Edit C Edit D Edit E Edit F Mix Name Min Def Max Min Def Max Min Def Max Min Def Max Min Def Max Min Def Max Min Def Max Reverbs 1 Gated re Delay Hi Decay Damping ER Reverb Balance Low Cut Mod Mix 0 000 0 0725 0 200 2 00 54115 8 00 0 10 100 0 60 100 20 53 Hz 400 1 9 20 0 35 100 2 Gold Plate re Delay Hi Decay Damping Low Cut Shv Damping iffusion Mix 0 000 0 010s 0 200 1 000 2 3685 4 000 0 20 100 20 83 Hz 400 0 20 100 1 20 20 0 35 100 3 Small Hall re Delay Hi Decay Damping Size Shv Damping Low ut Mix 0 000 0 002s 0 050 0 050 0 1145 0 404 0 20 100 1 26 50 0 20 100 20 83 Hz 400 0 40 100 4 re Delay Hi Decay Damping Size Shv Damping iffusion Mix 0 000 0 0155 0 100 1 000 1 5095 2 388 0 20 100 1 30 50 0 20 100 1 20 20 0 40 100 re Delay Hi Decay Damping Bass Mul Shv Damping Mod Mix oo 0020s 100 1915 00 20 wo ao a0 00 20
27. L L 51 52 EFFECT R R IN OUT L EFFECT L S Bee NOISE CLICKS 222 R EFFECT R IN OUT L L 58 EFFECT R R Serial 1 ae al ukuk BZ een IN n OUT i Set 2 0 B 2 22 2 2 X p mm NU Sg R I m EHER i i s A gt r B Serial 2 61 71 C Parallel IN L Fig 3 3 Effects structure part 3 behringer com 16 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual 3 2 Calling up presets The VIRTUALIZER 3D has 100 internal presets and 100 user presets that can be overwritten The two memory banks are located one after another The internal presets 1 000 1 100 come first and the user presets U 000 U 100 follow After switching on the unit the last used preset is automatically restored To choose a different preset press the PRESET key then rotate the Jog Wheel To see the presets in ascending order rotate the wheel clockwise To see the presets in descending order rotate it counterclockwise Please note that it takes the VIRTUALIZER 3D about one second to activate each newly selected preset The activation process is indicated by a blinking light on the display After the new effect s data is loaded the VIRTUALIZER 3D activates the preset and the light fades This brief signal suppression means that during quick selection of presets with the Jog Wheel not every preset is activated directly Otherwise there could be partial shreds
28. R be sent directly to us Please inform the dealer from whom you acquired the unit immediately as well as the transportation company from which you took delivery of the unit Otherwise all claims for replacement repair may be rendered invalid 9 Toassure optimal protection of your FX2000 during use or transport we recommend utilizing a carrying case behringer com Please always use the original packaging to avoid damage due to storage or shipping Never let unsupervised children play with the FX2000 or with its packaging 9 Please dispose of all packaging materials in environmentally friendly fashion The BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER 3D requires one standard 19 rack unit of space 1 34 Please leave an additional 4 installation depth to allow connections at the rear side Make sure that there is adequate ventilation and do not place the VIRTUALIZER 3D on top of an amplifier which could cause overheating Before connecting the VIRTUALIZER 3D to the mains carefully check that your equipment is set to the correct voltage The fuse holder on the female mains connector has 3 triangular markings with two of these triangles opposing each other The VIRTUALIZER 3D is set to the operating voltage printed next to these markers and can be set to another voltage by turning the fuse holder by 180 CAUTION This instruction does not apply to export models exclusively designed e g for 120 V operation Connection to the mains is made
29. SE WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OF MUSIC GROUP IP LTD ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2011 MUSIC Group IP Ltd Trident Chambers Wickhams Cay 0 Box 146 Road Town Tortola British Virgin Islands LIMITED WARRANTY 5 1 Warranty This limited warranty is valid only if you purchased the product from a MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller in the country of purchase A list of authorized resellers can be found on BEHRINGER website behringer com under Where to Buy or you can contact the MUSIC Group office closest to you MUSIC Group warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship if used under normal operating conditions for a period of one 1 year from the original date of purchase see the Limited Warranty terms in 4 below unless a longer minimum warranty period is mandated by applicable local laws If the product shows any defects within the specified warranty period and that defect is not excluded under 4 MUSIC Group shall at its discretion either replace or repair the product using suitable new or reconditioned product or parts In case MUSIC Group decides to replace the entire product this limited warranty shall apply to the replacement product for the remaining initial warranty period i e one 1 year or otherwise applicable minimum warranty period from the date of purchase of the original product Upon validation of the warranty
30. V 0 500s 0 40 100 200 800Hz 10 0k 100 80 100 LFO LFO RANDOM 0 0 100 0 100 100 RAND 1 0 Hz RAND 100 0 Hz Chorus amp Speed Depth Delay everb Mix Hi Damp everb 0 050 0 547 Hz 5 000 0 70 100 50ms 19 5ms 50 0ms 0 40 100 0 50 2 515 5 00 0 30 100 0 60 100 e Flanger amp Speed Depth Feedback everb Mix HiDamp Mix everb 0 050 0 256 Hz 5 000 0 7196 100 80 80 80 0 40 100 0 50 2 025 5 00 0 25 100 0 60 100 eslie amp Speed Depth Doppler everb Mix Hi Damp 8 everb 0 50 8 00 Hz 8 00 0 9096 100 0 8096 100 0 2596 100 0 50 2 425 5 00 0 30 100 0 80 100 Pitch Shifter Semitones Cents High Cut everb Mix HiDamp Mix amp Reverb 12 4 12 50 0Cent 50 0 10 100 0 25 100 0 50 2 025 5 00 0 30 100 0 100 100 Delay Feedback Type everb Mix HiDamp Mix 65 ey Stereo Ping everb 0 030 0 2355 0 665 0 40 100 Spread Spread Pong 0 50 100 0 50 4 025 5 00 0 30 100 0 50 100 Tape 66 Tremolo amp Spee Auto Mod everb Mix HiDamp Mix everb 1 00 4 04Hz 10 00 0 80 100 0 20 100 0 50 100 0 50 2 805 5 00 0 30 100 0 70 100 g Phaser amp Spee Feedback everb Mix HiDamp Mix everb 0 050 0 306 Hz 5 000 0 100 100 0 70 100 0 25 100 0 50 3 065 5 00 0 20 100 0 75 100 Chorus amp Spee Mod Delay Delay Mix Delay Time elay Feedback Mix Delay 0 050 0 318 Hz 5 000 0 100 100 50ms 17 8 50 0ms 0 30 100 0 030 0 3505 0 665 0 40 100 0 65 100 69 F
31. akeup Gain SoftKnee Attack Release Mix 31 Compressor 125 3 75 100 60 28dB 0 00 43 0dB 4240 0 4 6 0 005 0 0375 0 200 0 050 0 1835 1 000 O off 100 100 37 Ratio Threshol Makeup Gain Soft Knee Attack Release Mix apasi 125 3 25 100 60 9 dB 0 400 4 5dB 240 0 3 6 0 005 0 0495 0 200 0 050 0 2435 1 000 O off 100 100 on 3 Hold Threshol Attack Release Range Mix ate 0 001 0 0545 1 000 00 59 12dB 1 Mute 0 005 0 005s 0 200 0 005 0 0315 0 500 Mute 59 Mute 1 0dB O off 100 100 on Analog Ratio Threshol Makeup Gain Limiter Thresh Attack Release Mix 34 Compr 0 977s Limiter 1 50 3 00 100 48 24dB 0 400 6 0dB 4240 24 0 0 0 dB 0 0 0 001 0 0205 0 150 0 050s Auto Auto O off 100 100 on 35 Ultrami Density Range Speed Split Frequency Stereo FX Enhancer Freq Band ramizer 1 36 100 0 94 24 1 38 100 50 190 Hz 10 0k 0 20 100 2 50k 12 5kHz 15 0k Low Wide High 36 P Frequency LP Depth LP Speed Gate Threshold Gate Hold Gate Resp Mix enoiser 40 916 Hz 20 0k 0 75 100 0 001 0 2435 2 000 Off 59 30dB 1 Mute 0 001 0 0355 1 000 0 005 0 0375 0 200 0 100 100 on Ratio Threshol Makeup Gain Frequency Attack Release Band 37 De Esser 0 9775 1 50 3 00 100 48 36dB 0 0 0 6 0dB 240 500 2 78 kHz 15 0k 0 001 0 0205 0 150 0 0505 Auto Autor Low Wide High W Attack Left elease Left Attack Right Release Right Gain Left Gain Right Mix ave 38
32. al in dB in relation to the nominal level which is selected on the rear panel with the OPERATING LEVEL switch After you switch on the VIRTUALIZER 3D you can read the name of the last used effect on the LED display When editing the LED display shows the parameter s name along with a 4 digit alpha numeric display that shows the absolute parameter s value Tothe right ofthe LED display are four STATUS LEDs which indicate the type of value you are working with You may do any of the following e Setthe absolute value of an effect parameter 96 e increase or decrease the amplitude or determine the threshold point of the compressor dB modify a frequency Hz or e modify a time parameter sec The ALGORITHM GROUPS LED CHAIN indicates which category the selected effect belongs to Altogether the FX2000 offers eight different algorithm groups 12 L T 15 Fig 1 3 Function keys controls and jog wheel behringer com Every preset in the FX2000 allows you to edit at least four effect parameters The EDIT LED CHAIN indicates which parameters are adjusted by the four EDIT CONTROLS If the top LED lights up 6 controls the parameter EDIT A controls EDIT B 8 helps in changes of parameter EDIT and with 9 you change the setting of parameter EDIT D If the middle LED of the EDIT LED CHAIN lights up the four EDIT CONTROLs modify the parameters that are arranged to its left and right The l
33. alue is displayed This function can be used only by operating one of the controls that has not yet been selected By turning the MIX BYPASS CONTROL the effect levels of most effect algorithms are set in the range from 0 to 100 If you select 0 the signal at the inputs of FX2000 is transferred directly to the outputs without adding any effects the signal is completely dry If you select 100 only the effected signal is sent to the outputs the signal is completely wet 9 Ifyou use the FX2000 in the aux bus with your mixing console you should always set this value at 100 if you re using the 2000 with a guitar amplifier in a serial effects loop we suggest settings between 20 and 50 depending on the amplifier type Please note that for the effects parametric and graphic EQ the MIX BYPASS CONTROL allows a gain correction by rotation To bypass the FX2000 s effects press the MIX BYPASS CONTROL This allows you to compare between the original and the effected signals Press the MIX BYPASS CONTROL again to deactivate the bypass and return to your chosen effect When the MIDI IN LED below the control flickers it indicates that MIDI data is arriving at the MIDI IN port 7 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual CAUTIOI 3D ATTENTION E DE E SERIAL NUMBER DATE DDE 4 Q UTS 2 oL TPUTS en OUTPUTS 2 in INP
34. e chorus passes the reverb effect behringer com 3 7 Restoring the factory presets To restore the FX2000 to its preset factory state press and hold the STORE and PRESET keys while switching on the unit INIT appears in the DISPLAY and counting takes place from R 1 to R 100 This overwrites all changes you have made and restores the factory presets 4 Applications The BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER 3D is a flexible unit that can be used in various applications Prior to a presentation of the FX2000 s many uses please note the following remarks on how to set signal levels correctly 4 1 Level setting Take care to set all levels properly on the FX2000 Low levels deteriorate the dynamics of the music signal which results in a poor weak and noisy sound On the other hand excess levels overdriving the converters in the VIRTUALIZER 3D should also be avoided Digital distortion is unlike its analog counterpart extremely unpleasant since it does not occur gradually but abruptly Please use the OPERATING LEVEL switch and the input level meter of the FX2000 Make sure that the Clip LEDs flickers only rarely Ensure that they never light up all the time 4 2 Using the VIRTUALIZER 3D in the aux bus Using the FX2000 in the aux bus lets you feed signals from one several or all channels of your console into the VIRTUALIZER 3D When miking a drum kit for example you can use the aux controls to adjust the reverberation independent
35. ect OFF the MIDI function is switched off e OMNI The second page gives access to omni mode In this case the unit receives MIDI data on all 16 MIDI channels ON appears in the display With the Jog Wheel select OFF to deactivate omni mode e CONT On the third page you can configure the controller commands You can choose between four controller modes Display s OFF No controller data are transmitted received RECV Controller data are received but not transmitted SEND Controller data are transmitted but not received BOTH Controller data are transmitted and received Tab 3 1 Controller settings For controller functions see table 7 4 in chapter 7 Appendix Page four will bring you to the setup for the program changes Once again you have four modes to select from OFF Program Changes are not transmitted received RECV Program Changes are received but not transmitted SEND Program Changes are transmitted but not received BOTH Program Changes are transmitted and received Tab 3 2 Program change settings 17 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual e On the fifth you can select the Store Enable mode In the ON mode the VIRTUALIZER 3D receives controller 112 as the direct storage command the current settings are stored on the program location corresponding to the controller value without waiting for a confirmation
36. effect synthetically cuts off reverberation after a period of time It is famous in the song In the Air Tonight by Phil Collins REVERSE REVERB This is a reverberation in which the envelope is reversed it slowly gets louder 8 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual K es Pre Delay Time until arrival of first reflection s Decay Duration until the reverb tail is damped Hi Decay Damping Damps high frequencies in the reverb tail Size Size of the plate reverb the room impression Diffusion Degree of wall diffusion reverb density Wall Damp Degree of damping of the wall material Bass Mul oflow frequencies in the Low ut Frequency of Low ut Filter at the input stage Metal Resonance Intensity of metal resonances Reflections Number ofinitial reflections Shelver Damp Damps Shelving Filter at the input stage High Cut Frequency response of spring reverb Spring Reverb Stereo Width Stereo depth of the effect Reverb Mod Modulation intensity of the reverb tail ER Rev Intensity ratio between initial reflections and reverb tail Density Intensity of reflection envelope build up Gated Reverse Reverb Tab 2 1 Functioning of the reverb effects parameters 1 High pass filter allows the frequencies above a specific cut off frequency to pass and damps the frequencies below that 2 Upper or lower cut off frequency of an equalizer 2 2 Delay algorithms STEREO D
37. er 7 1 13 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual 3 Operation 3 1 Effects structure Algorithm No Effects structure 1 6 8 9 10 Wl 12 13 14 15 17 19 21 24 26 Fig 3 1 Effects structure part 1 behringer com L L PREDELAY FILTER REVERB R R IN OUT Z h PREDELAY FILTER ER REVERB qi x R IN OUT L L PREDELAY REVERB R R IN OUT L DELAY_L L ERE Sa S s 4 en 4 lt DELAY R R IN OUT L DELAY_L L Lee DEBRIS e BB lt R DELAY_R R IN OUT L DELAY L L iT FEEDBACK DEL 1 4 4 FEEDBACK DEL R ds R DELAY R d R IN OUT L L EFFECT R R 14 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual Algorithm No 16 20722728725 28 30 38 40 45 48 50 53 54 57 60 27 31 34 35 36 37 41 42 44 59 Fig 3 2 Effects structure part 2 behringer com Effects structure IN OUT L EFFECT 1 L R EFFECT R R OUT PITCH_1 L R IN OUT i L SE DYNAMICS gt gt gt 5 5 OUT L L E gt N H vt Dynamics N E R R R FILTER OUT FILTER DYNAMICS R lt FILTER OUT L BASS ENHANCER Bere SUBBASS b Rd R BASS ENHANCER E OUT L EFFECT i R 15 VIRIUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual Algorithm No Effects structure 49 IN OUT
38. er Consumption 15 Watts max Type Electronically servo balanced output stage Mains Connection Madara Impedance 800 balanced Max Output Level 15 dBu at 4 dBu nominal level Dimensions HxWxD approx 134x 19 x 8 44 x 482 6 x 204 4 mm 1 dBV at 10 dBV nominal level Net Weight approx 4 Ibs 2kq Shipping Weight approx 6 Ibs 3 kg bandits 201216 20kHz nad BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards As a result of these efforts SNR 91 dB unweighted 20 Hz to 20 kHz modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice Specifications and THD 0 018 typ 4 dBu 1 kHz appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated 0 dBu input gain 1 Crosstalk lt 76 dB MIDI Interface Type 5 pin DIN socket IN OUT THRU Digital Processing Converters 24 bit Sigma Delta 64 128 times oversampling Sampling Rate 46 875 kHz Display Type 4 digit 14 segment alpha numeric LED Display behringer com 26 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 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 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the following paragraph This equipment has bee
39. er repeatedly 9 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual ULTRAMIZER The ultramizer function divides the sound spectrum into two frequency bands and as a result allows inaudible but extremely effective compression This is especially helpful during mix down The FX2000 analyses the received audio material and automatically adjusts input gain and compression parameters DENOISER The denoiser is used to eliminate or reduce noise and other interference DE ESSER A problem often encountered in recording situations is the sibilant Ssss sound of the human voice The de esser is used to remove strong hissing sounds from the audio signal WAVE DESIGNER Using this effect you can influence the envelope of a signal by specifying its volume A Attack indicates the time a tone needs to reach its full volume R Release determines how long it takes before a tone dies away Speed Speed of modulation cle Depth Modulation depth L amp R Delay Length of delay Feedback Routes back the processed signal to the input stage Wave Sets the curve of the LFO Sine Tri Opto Square Saw Up Saw Down Semitones 1 Pitch Shifter 1 detuning in semitones Semitones 2 Pitch Shifter 2 detuning in semitones Semitones 3 Pitch Shifter 3 detuning in semitones Cents 1 Pitch Shifter 1 detuning in cents Cents 2 Pitch Shifter 2 detuning in cents Cents 3 Pitc
40. essing the STORE key for the second time 3 5 Comparing an edited preset with the corresponding factory preset compare function When you have made changes ina preset but have not yet stored your changes the COMPARE Function allows you to load the original factory preset and compare it with your changes To do so press the COMPARE key while in edit mode As long as the COMPARE key s LED blinks further editing is temporarily not possible Press the COMPARE key again to return to your edited preset Here you have the choice to either store your changes see chapter 3 4 or continue editing see chapter 3 3 3 6 SETUP mode In SETUP mode you can make global adjustments to the VIRTUALIZER 3D as described in the sub sections below Among these are MIDI Input mode Output mode and dual engine configuration CONFIG To enter SETUP mode press the SETUP key The red LED below the EDIT CONTROLs lights up The four EDIT CONTROLs can now be used to adjust the SETUP parameters To exit this mode press the SETUP key again 3 6 1 MIDI control The 2000 MIDI editing options shown on seven pages Enter SETUP mode see chapter 3 6 With the help of the 1st EDIT CONTROL you can select seven different MIDI functions Data input is always carried out with the JOG WHEEL the following pages can be selected e HAN You can set the MIDI channel on the first page With the Jog Wheel the channel can be set from 01 to 16 If you sel
41. etuned in semitone or cent steps The reverb on the other hand can be controlled in time and mixing ratio DELAY amp REVERB Delay and reverb are the most common combinations for vocals solo guitars etc The reverb used here is a gold plate a room that features a distinctive brilliance and can be used in many ways TREMOLO amp REVERB The intensive variation in volume of the tremolo gains more depth and wideness with the reverb PHASER amp REVERB The combination of a classic stereo phaser and a reverb effect CHORUS amp DELAY While the chorus can contribute to a wideness of the signal interesting repetition effects can be adjusted with the delay Vocals can be given Play Stop Start stop playback Forward backward playback number of repetitions Sampler Mode Resonator LFO modulates LFO modulation through envelope follower ENV modulation through random generator RAND Sensitivity Modulation intensity input sensitivity Attack Response time of envelope follower Release Release time of envelope follower Bass Frequency Upper cut off frequency of bass frequencies that are not effected 5 Balance Degree of mid elimination Treble Pan Panorama of high frequencies Gain Gain correction Depth Modulation depth Carrier Frequency Modulation frequency Feedback Degree of feedback Slewing Resonator Smoothing of modulation signal for RAND and SINE Tone Frequency spectr
42. f a complete guitar amplifier You can connect a guitar or bass after appropriate pre amplification directly to the VIRTUALIZER 3D and from there to a mixing console or recording device TRI FUZZ This is a special guitar distortion type Jimi Hendrix was one of the first guitarists to recognize the appeal of this broadband transistor overmodulation The humming distortion of the FUZZ BOX has again become popular with alternative rock and grunge The VIRTUALIZER 3D s fuzz works in three different frequency bands SPEAKER SIMULATION The VIRTUALIZER 3D is able to simulate various types of speakers Typical guitar amplifying speakers as well as multimedia speakers are available You can also use a parametric equalizer to further refine the sound RING MODULATOR This effect allows a radical alienation of audio signals Similar to the principle of FM radio the signal is multiplied by a carrier frequency so that frequency modulation FM takes place This effect is very well suited for vocal alienation robot voice LO FI For years digital technique has been striving for high quality low noise and brilliant sounds In the recent past there have been increasing calls for a return to the roots to achieve the warmth of the old analog sounds The techno dance group swears by vinyl and some music lovers miss the charm of good old vinyl discs and tape machines This trend is known as Lo Fi instead of Hi Fi We have taken this tendency i
43. ft and the right channels separately LESLIE The simulation of a classic effect that is normally generated with a very heavy enclosure with a slow or fast rotating speaker The bass speaker drum is covered by a partly opened rotating cap while both of the high pitch horns horn displaced by 180 revolve around the same perpendicular axis Here the physical principle of the Doppler effect for modulation of signals is used PITCH SHIFTER This effect changes the pitch of the input signal You can generate musical intervals and harmonies or simply a single voice Detuning by several semitones upward alienates voices and is used often in cartoons Here you can choose among a stereo two and three vocal pitch shifter At the left stop of Edit C the pitch shifters 1 and 2 are synchronized to a stereo pitch shifter Pitch shifter 3 can be switched off by turning Edit E fully counterclockwise VIBRATO For this effect the peak frequency of a tone is periodically and uniformly changed quickly or slowly It is often used for guitar playing TREMOLO This effect was originally found on guitar amplifiers and is once again trendy It is a fast or slow periodic variation of the volume AUTO PANNING This sound effect which was very popular in the beginnings of stereo technique is achieved by allowing a sound source often the lead guitar or a synthesizer to wander from one end of the stereo image to another or by just letting it wand
44. g http behringer com and read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction it is our intention to have it repaired as quickly as possible To arrange for warranty service please contact the BEHRINGER 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 http behringer com Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently Thank you for your cooperation 6 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual 1 4 Control elements VIRTUALIZER EDITA ZE DT e behringer Fig 1 1 VIRTUALIZER 3D front panel The BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER 3D s front panel includes five edit controls non intermittent rotary controls a jog wheel big rotary control six parameter keys an LED display and a mains switch Each of the two fully independent channels can be monitored with an 8 digit LED meter Fig 1 2 Display section of the VIRTUALIZER 3D 1 Both the LED chains display the intensity of the input sign
45. h Shifter 3 detuning in cents Drum Depth Intensity of amplitude modulation of the bass loudspeaker Leslie Horn Depth Intensity of amplitude modulation of the high pitch horn Leslie Balance Volume ratio between horn and drum Stereo Spread Stereo effect intensity Stereo Phase Phase angle between left and right modulation Wideness Parameter variation Ultra Chorus Base Starting point of modulation Drive ntensity of tube distortion Mode Selects various effect modes or between three modes with increasing modulation intensity Stereo Phaser Auto Modulation nfluences LFO frequency dependent on input level Feedback LP Low pass cut off frequency of feedback Damping Limits frequency range to simulate older chorus units Stereo Vintage Chorus Tab 2 3 Functioning of the modulation and pitch shifter effects parameters 1 Low Frequency Oscillator etermines the speed and nature of modulation effects 2 4 Dynamic effects COMPRESSOR LIMITER When the signal level exceeds the level control limit of the signal processing unit it must be limited dynamically to avoid distortions This is achieved by installing a compressor or a limiter The limiter abruptly limits the signal above a specified threshold while a compressor acts softly over large range The Analog Compr Limiter is modeled after a famous analog compressor unit EXPANDER Background noises of all types noise humming etc limit the dynamic range
46. h define the so called gauss equalizer curve bandwidth frequency and amplitude boosting or lowering GRAPHIC EQ Eight filter bands are arranged next to each other for this graphic equalizer In contrast to the parametric equalizer frequency and bandwidth are pre determined here Parameter Function sss Base Frequency Cut off frequency Depth Degree of influence Resonance Resonance of the filter Type Operating mode of the filter Attack Response time of the envelope follower Release Release time of the envelope follower Speed Speed of the LFO Wave Sets the curve of the LFO Gain 1 2 Boost cut param EQ Freq 1 2 Mid frequency param EQ 01 2 factor param EQ 200 Hz Boost cut at 200 Hz graph EQ 400 Hz Boost cut at 400 Hz graph EQ 800 Hz Boost cut at 800 Hz graph EQ 1 6 kHz Boost cut at 1 6 kHz graph EQ 3 2 kHz Boost cut at 3 2 kHz graph EQ 6 4 kHz Boost cut at 6 4 kHz graph EQ Mix Gain correction Auto Filter LFO Filter Gain Output gain of the filter block parametric graphic EQ Tab 2 6 Functioning of the filter EQ effects parameters Center Ultra Wide Binauralizer Xover Frequency Frequency of the crossover filter for the center signal Ultra Wide Space Degree of stereo wideness Binauralizer Mode Selects between headphones and speaker operation Binauralizer Speaker Distance Run time speaker distance Bi
47. hin the digital signal processor DSP After the effect is generated and the input signal is mixed the digital signal is converted back into an analog signal with a D A converter You can edit up to seven parameters for each preset in the VIRTUALIZER 3D The changes you make will influence the sound in different ways An overview of the FX2000 s various effects algorithms follows 2 1 Reverb algorithms REVERB As the term suggests a reverb is a reverberation effect The reverb can be considered as the most important effect in a mix down or a live event The FX2000 offers 12 different reverberation programs so that you have a suitable reverb for every situation Cathedral simulates the dense long reverberation of a large cathedral which is appropriate for solo instruments or vocals in slow pieces Gold Plate simulates the sound of plate reverberators and hence is a classic for drums snare and vocals Small Hall simulates a small lively strongly reflecting hall With Room you can clearly hear the walls of the room Studio represents a small to middle sized room With Concert you can select between a small theater and a large hall Stage is well suited to dissipating the sound of a keyboard or an acoustic guitar Spring Reverb simulates a classic spring reverberation Ambience reproduces room impression without late reflections With Early Reflections the initial reflections of a room are clearly audible GATED REVERB This
48. ithms willhelp you calculate all room and reverberation parameters with absolutely professional quality and naturalness In spite of this extensive and calculation intensive work performed by the 24 bit processor in the 2000 the VIRTUALIZER 3D is very easy to handle Changing parameters to achieve a specific sound is simple There are 100 presets available to store your own programs The FX2000 includes excellent reverb and delay programs but that s not all Besides the classic plate reverb simulations the VIRTUALIZER 3D will impress you with its excellent modulation effects like chorus flanger and phaser which were extended to include special variations like a musical pitch shifter a tremolo and a rotary speaker simulation The FX2000 s dynamic and psycho acoustic effects allow you to do without a number of additional pieces of equipment The FX2000 also offers you a series of distortion and amplification sounds that are combined with a speaker simulation Thus as a guitarist in recording situations you can achieve an excellent sound on tape or hard disk even without a speaker cabinet Besides its logical and simple operation the VIRTUALIZER 3D s technical equipment is also impressive The following points ensure signal processing at a professional level e Extremely low noise and exact 24 bit A D and D A converters e A professional sample rate of 46 kHz guarantees a high signal resolution for a frequency response of 20 Hz
49. langer amp Spee Feedback Delay Mix Delay Time elay Feedback Mix Delay 0 050 0 318 Hz 5 000 0 80 100 80 80 80 0 30 100 0 030 0 3505 0 665 0 40 100 0 55 100 0 Pitch Shifter Semitones Cents High Cut Delay Mix Delay Time elay Feedback Mix amp Delay 12 4 12 50 0Cent 50 0 0 100 0 30 100 0 030 0 3505 0 665 0 40 100 0 65 100 n Tremolo amp Spee Auto Mod Delay Mix Delay Time elay Feedback Mix Delay 0 50 0 73 Hz 20 00 0 9596 100 0 2596 100 0 1596 100 0 030 01905 0 665 0 4096 100 0 7596 100 behringer com 24 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual ED 7 2 MIDI implementation MIDI Implementation Chart Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic Default OFF 1 16 OFF 1 16 Channel Changed OFF 1 16 OFF 1 16 memorized Default 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Mode Messages Altered X X Note Number True Voice 3 Y X X Note ON X X N Note OFF X X Key s X X After Touch X X Pitch Bender X X Control 0 102 116 0 102 116 Progr Change True md s 3 System Exclusive 0 0 Song Pos X X System Common Song Sel X X Tune X X System Clock X X Real Time Commands X X Local ON OFF X X Aux Messages All notes OFF X X Active Sense X X Reset X X Notes 0 YES X NO Mode 1 OMNI ON POLY Mode 2 OMNI ON MONO Mode 3 OMNI OFF POLY Mode 4 OMNI OFF MONO Tab 7 2 MID
50. lay Right Feedback Damping eedback HP Feedback LP Mix 14 Tepetcho oo 0105 osas 0 000 0 205 0635 o 50 100 240KHz 200KHz 20Hz 176H2 10 0kHz 100H2 532kHz 200 0 35 100 Delay Left Delay Right Feedback Left Feedback Right Feedb Delay L Feedb Delay R Mix 15 Ping Pong 0 000 0 3205 0 635 0 000 0 2405 0 635 0 45 100 0 40 100 0 000 0 3205 0 635 0 000 01605 0 635 0 30 100 16 Stereo Spee Delay Stereo Phase LFO Wave Damping Mix Chorus 0 050 0 247 Hz 5 000 0 50 100 5 0 20 2 500 0 180 180 Triangle Triangle Sine 0 0 20 0 50 100 17 Analog Spee Delay Stereo Spread Mix Chorus 1 33 50 1 20 20 1 6 20 1 14 20 0 50 100 18 Vintage Spee Delay Damping Mix Chorus 1 13 50 1 20 20 1 20 20 0 4 20 0 5096 100 Spee Delay Wideness Stereo Spread Damping Mix 19 Ultra Chorus 1 25 50 1 21 50 1 30 50 1 17 20 0 20 20 0 5 20 0 50 100 20 Stereo Spee Feedback Delay Stereo Phase Feedback LP Mix langer 0 050 0 285 Hz 5 000 0 90 100 0 80 100 1 00ms 2 34ms 10 0 ms 0 45 180 500Hz 8 13kHz 20 0 kHz 0 50 100 Vintage Spee Feedback Delay Mix langer 1 13 50 1 16 20 1 18 20 1 1 20 0 50 100 2 Jet Stream Spee Feedback Delay Mix langer 1 19 50 1 12 20 1 20 20 1 20 20 0 5096 100 Stereo Spee Feedback Stereo Phase Mode 3 haser 0 100 0 543 Hz 10 00 0 80 100 0 60 100 0 20 180 Md 1 Md 1 Md 5 0 10096 100 Vintage Spee
51. ly for each channel Thus you are able to assign a strong reverb to the snare rather than the toms Cabling the VIRTUALIZER 3D in the aux bus should be carried out as follows HI BHIOSBSS gego lt o A In AUX Return 00000000 I 00000000 Fig 4 1 Wiring aux busses 18 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual Connect both inputs of the VIRTUALIZER 3D to the aux send outputs of your mixer The FX2000 s output socket is connected to the aux return inputs of your mixer If you want to operate the BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER 3D in mono connect one of its channels left or right to an aux bus As a matter of principle effects processors should always be connected to post fader aux busses 9 If your mixing console has aux busses that feature one jack for the aux send use audio channel 1 on the FX2000 In this case you must choose the mono mode see chapter 3 6 2 To avoid damage to your equipment turn down the volume level on your amplifier when making connections Switch off the devices that you want to connect to one another until plug connections have been completed as described Let s assume you want to operate the FX2000 in a live situation i
52. n connection with a mixing console and use a chorus to enhance the guitar sound Connect the VIRTUALIZER 3D to the aux busses of your mixing console fig 4 1 Make the mains connection and set the operating level if necessary Switch on the unit In SETUP mode output select EXTN to ensure that the Mix External mode is activated Press the effect key and use the Jog Wheel to select the stereo chorus effect no 16 Turn up the aux busses slowly till you have mixed the desired effect with the guitar signal After this you can start fine tuning You will probably want to specify the chorus modulation Turn the 1st EDIT CONTROL to determine the speed of the modulation To adjust the modulation depth turn the 2nd EDIT CONTROL Proceed further following this principle If you want the 1st EDIT CONTROL to change EDIT E you must first press the EDIT key After all the parameters have been changed as you wish you can store the modifications in the original or a different preset 4 3 Using the VIRTUALIZER 3D in the insert path Generally you can use the FX2000 on channel or subgroup inserts using a standard insert cable Connection to a channel insert makes sense when you want to process very specific signals e g vocals with the VIRTUALIZER 3D or when all other options for connecting the FX2000 are already used by other units For compressors expanders and gates the channel insert is the best choice H Hn e
53. n 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 which 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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 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 authori
54. nal is replaced by a sine tone and modulated by a random generator Slewing Smoothing of modulation signal for RAND and SINE Ring Modulator Bit Resolution Resolution of D A converter Buzz Level Intensity of the buzz level Noise Gain Volume ofthe noise Noise HP Lower cut off frequency of the noise Noise LP Upper cut off frequency ofthe noise Damp Frequency of low pass filter after the tube stage Tube Distortion Tone High frequency attenuation of input signal Ring Modulator LoFi Tab 2 7 Parameter functions of distortion effects and amplification simulations 12 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual 2 8 Special effects VINYLIZER This effect adds clicks and or noise to your audio signal simulating old vinyl records and tape recorders SAMPLER This sampler allows you to record up to five seconds of program material Use Edit A for recording and Edit B for playback of the sampled material To clear the contents of the sampler select a different effect VOCODER The vocoder an old acquaintance has become popular again due to the disco renaissance hear it in Around the World by Daft Punk or California by 2Pac A control signal usually a voice is used in the right channel to modulate another signal which lies on the left channel usually a synthesizer sound It sounds as if the synthesizer is talking robot voice VOICE CANCELER The voice canceler is a very effective Kara
55. nauralizer Speaker Compensation Degree of crosstalk compensation Binauralizer High Frequency Split frequency of the crossover filter for the side chain Enhancer High Gain Amount of added high frequencies Enhancer Bass Width Character of added bass frequencies Enhancer MidQ Bandwidth of added mid frequencies Enhancer Mid Gain Amount of added mid frequencies Enhancer Harmon Freq Frequency of added bass harmonics Ultra Bass Harmon Level Amount of added bass frequencies Ultra Bass Tab 2 5 Functioning of the psycho acoustic effects parameters 1 High pass filter which allows frequencies above a specified cut off frequency to pass and damps the frequencies lying below it behringer com 11 VIRIUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual X DISTORTION AMP 2 7 Distortion effects and amp simulations VOCAL DISTORTION This effect is very hip when used on vocals and drum loops and is combined with a delay and flanger TUBE DISTORTION This effect simulates the sound of different tube types When an analog tube as found in a guitar amplifier is overamplified by raising the input signal e g of a guitar the original signal is mixed with the harmonic overtones With rising overmodulation also known as saturation of tubes the original signal is distorted and the sound is fresh and full This is a classic sound in rock music GUITAR AMP This effect simulates the sound characteristics o
56. nto account and included the relevant effect in the FX2000 Your recordings sound like 8 bit audio complete with noise and humming like the old days A true drum loop in TR808 TR909 style really gets going when it sounds thick and dusty behringer com Gain Volume Distortion Distortion Drive Degree of tube distortion Tube Distortion amp Guitar Amp distortion at the output circuitry Tri Fuzz Nature of vocal distortion Vocal Distortion selection of eight Type different loudspeakers Speaker Simulation Delay Length of delay Delay Gain Degree of delay Flanger Level Degree of flanger Flanger Speed Speed of flanger Pre HP Frequency of the in series connected high pass filter Pre LP Frequency of the in series connected low pass filter Tube Selection Selects between three tube types Mid EQ Mid equalizer In Gain Input gain Low Fuzz Distortion of low frequencies Mid Fuzz Distortion of mid frequencies Hi Fuzz Distortion of high frequencies Cabinet Type Selects between eight speaker types Presence Presence Hi Damp Damping of high frequency parts EQ Gain Raising or lowering of EQ EQ Frequency Frequency of EQ 00 Q factor of EQ Speed Speed of LFO Depth Modulation depth Carrier Frequency Modulation frequency Ring Modulator LFO The LFO modulates ENV Modulation through envelope follower Mode RAND Modulation through random generator SINE The input sig
57. of the STORE key starts to blink indicating that changes have been made 3 4 Storing programs To store changes to one of the 100 user presets as described in chapter 3 3 you use the STORE key All changes to the FX2000 s parameters be stored when the STORE key s LED blinks For your changes to be accepted you must press the STORE key twice An example e You call up a program and make changes to it using the four EDIT CONTROLs and the MIX BYPASS CONTROL Each EDIT CONTROL controls two parameters that can be selected by pressing the EDIT key During this process the STORE key blinks indicating that the preset s settings have been changed However your changes are not yet stored If you want to overwrite the original preset simply press the STORE key twice to store your changes If you wish to retain the original preset press the STORE key once The display shows the current preset number and starts blinking Use the Jog Wheel to select another preset which you will overwrite Press the STORE key again and your changes are stored in the selected preset 9 Ifthere is no input for about five seconds after pressing the STORE key the unit goes back to edit mode behringer com 9 Ifyou make changes in a preset and press the STORE key twice all of the preset s original settings are overwritten and your new parameters are stored If you want to retain the old preset you must select another preset using the Jog Wheel before pr
58. oke effect It allows removal of mono vocal parts in stereo recordings The bass part however remains untouched RESONATOR A resonator simulates an oscillating system that amplifies a specific frequency The resonator implemented here has a resonance frequency that can be modulated with positive and negative feedbacks of up to 100 Parameter Rotations per minute Vinylizer playback speed Sampler Speed speed of LFO resonator Clicks Level Volume of clicks Scratch Level Volume of cracks in the record Noise Level Volume of noise Noise Frequency Frequency response of noise Record Stop Start stop recording 2 9 Effects algorithm combinations multi effects programs Effects 61 to 71 are multi effects algorithms which allow different effects to be used simultaneously Effect 61 for example can make a solo guitar wider with chorus and simultaneously add a room reverb Please note that you can modify the structure of a multi effect see chapters 3 1 and 3 6 4 CHORUS amp REVERB This algorithm combines the popular chorus with a gold plate effect as in algorithm 2 FLANGER amp REVERB The combination of flanger and reverb effects LESLIE amp REVERB The input signal modulated to a degree that you specify is then processed with a reverb effect This effect works especially well with keyboards and guitars PITCH amp REVERB The pitch shifter can be d
59. original level 5 Hold determines the time before the release process sets in release sets in after the signal falls below the threshold point 6 High frequency 10 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual F X ACOUSTICS 2 5 Psycho acoustic effects EXCITER An exciter works with psycho acoustic principles to add artificially generated overtones to the original signal thereby increasing its presence and loudness the subjective volume impression without any significant increase of the signal level ENHANCER The enhancer works like a dynamic pitch equalizer Its effectiveness depends on the associated high frequencies and the intensity of the input signal ULTRA BASS This awesome combination of sub harmonic processor bass exciter and limiter adds a final touch to your music production STEREO IMAGER This effect is used to process stereo main signals The signal is first subdivided into middle and side signal MS Matrix Both parts can then be amplified when desired and placed on the stereo image ULTRA WIDE This effect is suitable to pep up speaker systems with an especially broad stereo image BINAURALIZER The binauralizer also extends the stereo image Additionally it compensates for inter channel cross talk of both speakers left loudspeaker on right ear and vice versa Parameter Function R s Gain Gain correction Frequency Cut off frequency of the side chain high pass filter Exciter Filter 0
60. ower LED functions correspondingly For the exact meaning of the individual effect parameters see chapter 7 1 6 With the 1st EDIT CONTROL non intermittent rotary control you change the values of the first EDIT A and fifth EDIT E effect parameters You can also select MIDI functions MIDI with the 1st EDIT CONTROL Press the EDIT key 13 to switch from EDIT A to EDIT E and vice versa You reach the MIDI function by pressing the SETUP key 19 The 2nd EDIT CONTROL allows you to modify the values of effect parameters EDIT B and EDIT F When you select the INPUT parameter with the help of the SETUP key you can specify whether the FX2000 functions mono or stereo mode see chapter 3 6 2 for more information The 3rd EDIT CONTROL modifies the values of effect parameters EDIT EQLO and the global OUTPUT parameter see chapter 3 6 3 Here as well you select among them using the EDIT and SETUP keys 9 With the 4th EDIT CONTROL you modify the values of effect parameters EDIT D EQ HI and the global parameter CONFIG see chapter 3 6 4 Use the EDIT and SETUP keys to choose between the parameters 9 During editing you can rotate one of the four EDIT CONTROLs minimally to display a brief description of the current parameter active This can help you know that for example EDIT A controls the pre delay for all reverb effects of the VIRTUALIZER 3D After approximately one second the name is erased and the parameter s current v
61. owing you to switch between 230 V and 120 V If you wish to operate a unit outside Europe at 120 V then a stronger fuse must be used For more information see chapter 8 SPECIFICATIONS The mains connection is made via the IEC receptacle An appropriate mains cable is included behringer com 22 24 The FX2000 has wide ranging MIDI implementation MIDI IN MIDI OUT and MIDI THRU connectors are available for transmitting MIDI commands SERIAL NUMBER Please complete and return the warranty card within 14 days of the date of purchase Otherwise you will lose your right to the extended warranty Alternatively you can register online at our website under behringer com The FX2000 s balanced OUTPUTS are designed as 4 TRS and XLR sockets To switch between 10 dBV home recording level and 4 dBu professional studio level use the OPERATING LEVEL SWITCH When you switch between the two the level displays are automatically changed to the nominal level and the VIRTUALIZER 3D operates in its optimal working range Both of the VIRTUALIZER 3D s INPUTS are also available as balanced 14 TRS and XLR sockets 2 Effects Algorithms All effects of digital effects equipment are based on various algorithms An algorithm for a reverb effect for example is programmed differently than a chorus algorithm Each effect has a certain algorithm with which the digital input signal is processed The processing takes place wit
62. p signal is processed and sent back to its amplifier through the amplifier s return jack Power Amp In If you use a stereo rack system for amplification you can also set up the VIRTUALIZER 3D in stereo mode Connect the preamp to the audio inputs of the FX2000 Each of its audio outputs left right is connected to a channel left right of your amplifier Since most guitar amps only feature a serial effects loop you should make sure that the VIRTUALIZER 3D is set to Mix Internal mode In Mix Internal mode you can control the effects intensity that is applied to the guitar signal If however your amp is equipped with a parallel effects loop which allows for adding the effects signal portion similar to an aux bus in a mixing console then you should set the VIRTUALIZER 3D to Mix External mode In this case the effects intensity present at the outputs of the VIRTUALIZER 3D is 100 Instrumentalists can benefit from a variety of advantages offered by the VIRTUALIZER 30 5 MIDI implementation With a MIDI foot controller e g the BEHRINGER MIDI FOOT CONTROLLER FCB1010 you can transfer program changes via MIDI Connect the MIDI out port of your foot controller to the MIDI IN port of the VIRTUALIZER 3D If the FX2000 does not respond to your foot controller s program changes check your MIDI channel settings Determine which MIDI channel your foot controller uses to send program changes in most of the cases omni mode Set the VIRTUALIZER 3D
63. r any consequential or indirect loss or damage of any kind In no event shall the liability of MUSIC Group under this limited warranty exceed the invoiced value of the product 87 Limitation of liability This limited warranty is the complete and exclusive warranty between you and MUSIC Group It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this product MUSIC Group provides no other warranties for this product 8 Other warranty rights and national law This limited warranty does not exclude or limit the buyer s statutory rights as a consumer in any way The limited warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable unless they constitute an infringement of applicable mandatory local laws This warranty does not detract from the sellers obligations in regard to any lack of conformity of the product and any hidden defect 9 Amendment Warranty service conditions are subject to change without notice For the latest warranty terms and conditions and additional information regarding MUSIC Groups limited warranty please see complete details online at behringer com MUSIC Group Macao Commercial Offshore Limited of Rue de Pequim No 202 A Macau Finance Centre 9 J Macau including all MUSIC Group companies 5 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual 1 Introduction In orderto generate an extremely natural reverberation we at BEHRINGER have developed new kinds of algorithms for virtual acoustics These algor
64. 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 earthing connection 16 Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable LEGAL DISCLAIMER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND APPEARANCE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS CORRECT AT THE TIME OF PRINTING ALL TRADEMARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS MUSIC GROUP ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSS WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED BY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES EITHER WHOLLY OR IN PART UPON ANY DESCRIPTION PHOTOGRAPH OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN COLORS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY VARY FROM ACTUAL PRODUCT MUSIC GROUP PRODUCTS ARE SOLD THROUGH AUTHORIZED FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ONLY FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ARE NOT AGENTS OF MUSIC GROUP AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO AUTHORITY TO BIND MUSIC GROUP BY ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED UNDERTAKING OR REPRESENTATION THIS MANUAL 15 COPYRIGHTED NO PART OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED OR TRANSMITTED IN ANY FORM OR BY ANY MEANS ELECTRONIC OR MECHANICAL INCLUDING PHOTOCOPYING AND RECORDING OF ANY KIND FOR ANY PURPO
65. the four EDIT CONTROLs For more information about SETUP mode see chapter 3 6 To change a parameter s value rotate the JOG WHEEL To increase the value turn the wheel clockwise To decrease the value turn the wheel counterclockwise If none of the edit functions is selected you can select a program directly with the Jog Wheel When you do so a spot lights up in the LED display As long as the spot is illuminated a program can be selected without making the corresponding settings immediately audible This brief signal suppression means that during quick selection of presets with the Jog Wheel not every preset is activated directly If the Jog Wheel is not turned for a second the spot in the LED display disappears and the program is loaded Use the POWER switch to power up your FX2000 The POWER switch should always be in the Off position when you are about to connect your unit to the mains 8 9 To disconnect the unit from the mains pull out the mains 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 or by an all pole disconnect switch on or near the rack FUSE HOLDER VOLTAGE SELECTION Before connecting the FX2000 confirm that the voltage display matches your local mains voltage When replacing the fuse you must always use the same type In many units the fuse holder can be installed in one of two positions all
66. the product hardware It does not cover technical assistance for hardware or software usage and it does not cover any software products whether or not contained in the product Any such software is provided AS IS unless expressly provided for in any enclosed software limited warranty This limited warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product Free inspections and maintenance repair work are expressly excluded from this limited 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 crossfaders potentiometers keys buttons guitar strings illuminants and similar parts 6 Damage defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this limited warranty e improper handling neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals behringer com e 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 damage defects caused by acts of God Nature accident fire flood etc or any other condition that is beyond the control of MUSIC Group Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized personnel user included will void the limited warranty If an inspection
67. to 20 kHz 24 bit processor features dual engine software these two sections process audio input independently e As for all BEHRINGER products the highest quality components and controls are used The following instructions will give you a brief run down on the terminology and functions of the VIRTUALIZER 3D After reading please store this manual in a safe place for future reference 1 1 The concept BEHRINGER uses an uncompromising selection of components The heart of the BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER 3D is a 24 bit DSP which due to its exceptional technical specifications is regarded as one of the finest building blocks With it come the first class 24 bit A D D A converters guaranteeing a precise conversion of audio signals Narrow range tolerance resistances and capacitors high grade switches and other selected components are all very high in quality The VIRTUALIZER 3D was manufactured on the basis of SMD technology Surface Mounted Device The use of sub miniature building blocks known from space flights allows not only an extreme packing density but also ensures an increased dependability The FX2000 was manufactured under 1509000 certified management system 1 2 Before you get started The VIRTUALIZER 3D was carefully packed in the factory to ensure safe transport Nevertheless if the box shows signs of damage please check the equipment immediately for any signs of external damage Damaged units should NEVE
68. ty to use the equipment behringer com 27 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 User Manual behringer com We Hear You EN behringer com behringer
69. ular cut off frequency to pass and damps the frequencies above that behringer com X MODULATION 2 3 Modulation and pitch shifter effects FLANGER The word flange means tape spool and this explains the characteristics of the effect Originally the flanger effect was generated with two tape recorders which ran synchronously The same audio signal was recorded on both machines If you puta finger on the left spool of one of the machines the spool and the playback speed are slowed down The generated delay results in phase shifting of the signals Vintage Flanger simulates a guitar flanger effect pedal and Jet Stream Flanger sounds like a classic analog flanger CHORUS This effect slightly detunes the original signal A very pleasant detune effect is created in connection with the pitch variation The chorus effect is quite often and extensively used for dispersing signals Analog Chorus simulates a guitar chorus effect pedal while Vintage Chorus imitates a classic analog studio chorus Ultra Chorus creates the sound of an eight person vocal chorus PHASER With the phaser a second phase shifted signal is added to the original audio signal The resulting sound is thicker and above all livelier This effect is often used for guitar sounds and keyboards In the 70s it was also extensively used for other instruments like electric pianos Here Vintage Phaser represents a guitar phaser effect pedal Dual Phaser processes the le
70. um of input signal Vinylizer Tab 2 8 Parameter functions of special effects behringer com a distinctive effect without making the voice sounding blurred FLANGER amp DELAY This effect is just right for creating a modern slightly spacey vocal sound PITCH amp DELAY A repetition of the audio signal with an oscillatory effect added by the pitch shifter TREMOLO amp DELAY A fast or slow intensive variation of volume which is additionally processed with a panorama effect Parameter Function s Speed Modulation speed Reverb Mix Wet dry mix of modulation delay and reverb effects for algorithms 61 67 Decay Room size duration of reverb tail Depth Intensity of delay amplitude or phase modulation Doppler Intensity of Doppler effect Type Delay amp Reverb Selects among mono stereo and ping pong delay or a filter in the feedback chain Delay Time Length of the delay Delay Mix Chorus amp Delay Ratio of chorus and delay Feedback Degree of feedback Semitones Detuning in semitones Cents Detuning in cents Auto Mod Influence on LFO frequency dependent on the input level Hi Damp Damps the high frequencies of the reverb programs High Cut Frequency range of the input signal Pitch Shifter amp Reverb Tab 2 9 Parameter functions of multi effects programs Foran overview of the parameters available in the individual programs refer to chapt
71. ve output For unbalanced use pin 1 and pin 3 have to be bridge Fig 6 1 Different plug types 6 3 MIDI connections The MIDI connectors at the rear panel ofthe unit are equipped with internationally standardized 5 pin DIN sockets You ll need a MIDI cable to connect the VIRTUALIZER 3D with other MIDI devices As a rule standard ready to use cables can be used With a two core shielded cable e g microphone cable and two possible stable 180 deg DIN plugs you can also solder a MIDI cable yourself Pin 2 middle shield pin 4 and 5 right and left of pin 2 Inner conductor Pin 1 and 3 both lying outside remain free MIDI cables should not be longer than 15 meters MIDI IN is used for receiving MIDI data The receiving channel is selected in the SETUP menu MIDI THRU At the MIDI THRU socket the MIDI data that arrive at the MIDI IN socket can be looped through Several VIRTUALIZER 3Ds can be linked using MIDI THRU sockets MIDI OUT Via MIDI OUT you can send data to a connected computer orto other VIRTUALIZER 3Ds Program data and status information are transmitted for signal processing 6 4 Selecting the operating level The BEHRINGER VIRTUALIZER 3D allows you to switch the internal operating level with the Operating Level switches on the rear panel of the unit Thus you can choose between the homerecording level 10 dBV and the professional studio level 4 dBu With this adjustment the VIRTUAL
72. xclusive data SysEx With SysEx the VIRTUALIZER 3D sends information about its manufacturer unit type and all parameter settings for all presets to a sequencer or MIDI file recorder To activate this very practical function press the SETUP key in SETUP mode Turn the 1st EDIT CONTROL to select DUMP Your VIRTUALIZER 3D is now ready to transfer your system exclusive data Select a track on your MIDI sequencer get ready for recording start the recording and turn the JOG WHEEL The data transfer is indicated by a GO in the display To load the data back into the FX2000 select DR EN in SETUP mode see chapter 3 6 1 Turn the JOG WHEEL until DR EN blinks Now start your MIDI sequencer and the preset data is automatically transferred to the FX2000 In this mode information sent from the MIDI sequencer is automatically stored while receiving without asking for confirmation behringer com 6 Installation 6 1 Mains connection Before connecting the VIRTUALIZER 3D to the mains please carefully check that your equipment is set to the correct voltage The fuse holder on the mains socket has 3 triangular markings Two of these triangles are located opposite each other The VIRTUALIZER 3D is set at the operating voltage indicated beside the markings and can be changed by turning the fuse holder by 180 CAUTION This is not applicable for export models which were designed only for a mains voltage of 120 V Connection to the

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