Introduction; Before You Get Started; Shipment; Initial Operation - Behringer B-CONTROL DEEJAY BCD3000 User Manual

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for expressing your confidence in us by purchasing
the B-CONTROL. The BCD3000 is a 4-channel audio interface,
and enables control over virtually all current DJ applications by
using the powerful virtual mixer (TRAKTOR 3 LE software
included). Despite its compact size, it offers a fully fitted controller
console with 24-bit A/D und D/A converters, a full-speed USB
audio interface with a high-grade microphone preamplifier, a 3-
band kill EQ for each channel, ultra-precise faders, a smooth
crossfader and talkover function.
The BCD3000 features 2 first-class Phono preamps, one of
which is switchable to the CD input. The sophisticated Headphone
section includes a PFL function as well as the option to monitor
the master output signal directly. Start/Stop, Cue, Loop and Pitch-
Bend have dedicated controls to support your intuitive
performance, plus 4 user-assignable controls and buttons are
available in the Effects section. Benefit now from the huge
potential that modern laptops have to offer, with the real-time
accessibility to digital sound files of different formats!
The following user's manual is intended to
familiarize you with the unit's control elements, so
that you can master all the functions. After having
thoroughly read the user's manual, store it in a safe
place for future reference.

1.1 Before you get started

1.1.1 Shipment

The BCD3000 was carefully packed at the assembly plant to
assure secure transport. Should the condition of the cardboard
box suggest that damage may have taken place, please inspect
the unit immediately and look for physical indications of damage.
Damaged equipment should NEVER 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. Otherwise, all claims for replacement/
repair may be rendered invalid.
To assure optimal protection of your B-CONTROL
during use or transport, we recommend utilizing a
carrying case.
Please always use the original packaging to avoid
damage due to storage or shipping.
Never let unsupervised children play with the B-
CONTROL or with its packaging.
Please dispose of all packaging materials in an
environmentally friendly fashion.

1.1.2 Initial operation

Please make sure the unit is provided with sufficient ventilation,
and never place the B-CONTROL on top of an amplifier or in the
vicinity of a heater to avoid the risk of overheating.
A power supply unit which meets the necessary safety
requirements is enclosed for connecting the B-CONTROL to the
mains.
Important information for installation
The sound quality may diminish within the range of
powerful broadcasting stations and high-frequency
sources. Increase the distance between the
transmitter and the device, and use shielded cables
for all connections.
B-CONTROL DEEJAY BCD3000
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment
right after your purchase by visiting www.behringer.com
(alternatively www.behringer.de) and kindly read the terms and
conditions of our warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, our goal is to have
it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service,
please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was
purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located in
your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our subsidiaries.
Corresponding contact information is included in the original
equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European
Contact Information). Should your country not be listed, please
contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be
found in the support area of our website (www.behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us
process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
When using the BCD3000 with a Mac, there are several limitations
in comparison to using it with Windows.
Hardware driver is not required.
Input A is only switchable between the Microphone and
Phono input by using MIDI commands.
The outputs are dedicated: channels 1-2 are always routed
to MASTER OUT and channels 3-4 are routed to PHONES.
The properties of the MIDI interface and LED cannot be
reconfigured.
Control Panel software to control the latency is not required.
Minimum system requirements for PC:
Processor: Pentium III / Athlon XP 1 GHz
1 free USB port (USB 1.1 or higher)
CD drive
512 MB RAM
OS: Windows XP SP 2
Minimum system requirements for Mac:
Processor: G4 1.5 GHz or Dual Core 1.6 GHz
1 free USB port (USB 1.1 or higher)
CD drive
512 MB RAM
OS: Mac OS X 10.4
1. INTRODUCTION

1.1.3 Online registration

1.2 Features with Mac OS X

1.3 System requirements

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