Introduction; Control Elements And Connectors - Behringer XENYX X1204USB User Manual

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XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual

1. Introduction

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Caution!
We should like to draw your attention to the fact that extreme volumes
may damage your hearing and/or your headphones or loudspeakers.
Turn the MAIN MIX faders and phones control in the main section
fully down before you switch on the unit. Always be careful to set the
appropriate volume.
1.1 General mixing console functions
A mixing console fulfils three main functions:
• • Signal processing: Preamplification, level adjustment, mixing of effects,
frequency equalization.
• • Signal distribution: Summing of signals to the aux sends for effects
processing and monitor mix, distribution to one or several recording tracks,
power amp(s), control room and 2-track outputs.
Mix: Setting the volume level, frequency distribution and positioning of the
• •
individual signals in the stereo field, level control of the total mix to match
the recording devices/crossover/power amplifier(s). All other mixer functions
can be included in this main function.
The interface of Behringer mixing consoles is optimized for these tasks enabling
you to easily keep track of the signal path.
1.2 The user's manual
The user's manual is designed to give you both an overview of the controls,
as well as detailed information on how to use them. In order to help you
understand the links between the controls, we have arranged them in groups
according to their function. If you need to know more about specific issues,
please visit our website at http://behringer.com, where you'll find explanations
of e.g. effects and dynamics applications.
1.3 Before you get started
1.3.1 Shipment
Your mixing console was carefully packed in the factory to guarantee safe
transport. Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the
packaging and its contents for any signs of physical damage, which may have
occurred during transit.
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If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to us, but notify your
dealer and the shipping company immediately, otherwise claims for
damage or replacement may not be granted.
1.3.2 Initial operation
Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling purposes and to
avoid over-heating please do not place your mixing console on high-temperature
devices such as radiators or power amps. The console is connected to the
mains via the supplied cable. The console meets the required safety standards.
Blown fuses must only be replaced by fuses of the same type and rating.
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Please note that all units must be properly grounded. For your own
safety, you should never remove any ground connectors from electrical
devices or power cables, or render them inoperative.
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Please ensure that only qualified people install and operate the
mixing console. During installation and operation, the user must have
sufficient electrical contact to earth, otherwise electrostatic discharges
might affect the operation of the unit.
1.3.3 Online registration
Please register your new Behringer equipment right after your purchase
by visiting 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!

2. Control Elements and Connectors

This chapter describes the various control elements of your mixing console.
All controls, switches and connectors will be discussed in detail.
2.1 Mono channels
2.1.1 Microphone and line inputs
Fig. 2.1: Connectors and controls of mic/line inputs
MIC
Each mono input channel offers a balanced microphone input via the XLR
connector and also features switchable +48 V phantom power supply for
condenser microphones. The XENYX preamps provide undistorted and noise-free
gain as is typically known only from costly outboard preamps.
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Please mute your playback system before you activate the phantom
power supply to prevent switch-on thumps being directed to your
loudspeakers. Please also note the instructions in chapter 2.4.2
"Voltage supply, phantom power and fuse".
LINE IN
Each mono input also features a balanced line input on a ¼" connector.
Unbalanced devices (mono jacks) can also be connected to these inputs.
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Please remember that you can only use either the microphone
or the line input of a channel at any one time. You can never use
both simultaneously!