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Behringer DDX3216 Operating Manual

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  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or rear). No user serviceable parts inside; refer servicing to qualified personnel. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture. This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure—voltage that may be sufficient to...
  • Page 3 FOREWORD Dear Customer, Welcome to the team of DDX3216 users, and thank you very much for expressing your confidence in BEHRINGER products by purchasing the DDX3216. It is one of my most pleasant tasks to write this letter to you,...
  • Page 4 Extensive MIDI implementation (MMC, program changes, control changes, MIDI sysex) PC card slot for saving/loading various libraries and other settings Free PC software for data transmission and management downloadable at www.ddx3216.com (serial cable included) 19" rack-mounting kit included Manufactured under ISO9000 certified management system ®...
  • Page 5 BLOCK DIAGRAM...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    1.3.3 Warranty ... 11 2. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND CONNECTORS ... 12 2.1 Connection interfaces and control elements on the top side of the DDX3216 ... 12 2.1.1 Microphone and line inputs 1-12 ... 12 2.1.2 Line inputs 13 to 16 ... 12 2.1.3 Phantom power and 2-track inputs/outputs ...
  • Page 7 5. EFFECTS PROCESSORS ... 24 5.1 FX menu ... 24 5.1.1 Selecting an effect algorithm ... 24 5.2 Editing effect algorithms ... 24 5.2.1 Cathedral ... 24 5.2.2 Plate ... 24 5.2.3 Small Hall ... 25 5.2.4 Room ... 25 5.2.5 Concert ...
  • Page 8 9. FILE MANAGEMENT ... 37 9.1 Saving/loading files to/from a computer ... 37 9.1.1 Communications setup ... 37 9.1.2 File management ... 37 9.2 Using a PC card ... 38 9.2.1 Formatting a PC card ... 38 9.2.2 Saving files to a PC card ... 38 9.2.3 Loading files from a PC card ...
  • Page 9 15. APPLICATIONS ... 48 15.1 Studio setups ... 48 15.1.1 DDX3216 in combination with one or several ALESIS 15.2 The DDX3216 in live applications ... 49 15.2.1 Live recording with the DDX3216 ... 49 15.2.2 Sound reinforcement ... 49 16. SPECIAL FUNCTIONS ... 50 16.1 Updating the DDX3216 operating system ...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Seeing is believing! 1.2 Concept 1.2.1 Architecture In its basic version, the DDX3216 is equipped with 16 (+ 2) analog inputs and ten analog outputs, and can be expanded to 32 inputs and 32 outputs (16 at the same time). Each expansion...

  • Page 11: Design Concept And Componentry

    DDX3216 was manufactured in compliance with the ISO9000 certified management system. 1.2.3 Open architecture As the operating system (firmware) of your DDX3216 is stored in a flash ROM, you can update the OS at any time from a personal computer or PC card.

  • Page 12: Control Elements And Connectors

    DDX3216 The connectors and controls for the analog inputs are located in the upper section of the DDX3216. Ex factory, the analog inputs are assigned to channels 1-16. 2.1.1 Microphone and line inputs 1-12 The inputs 1-12 are mic/line inputs and have analog insert points (ISR = Insert Send Return).

  • Page 13: Control Room And Phones Sections

    MULTI OUTPUTS The MULTI outputs can carry any of the 28 bus signals in your DDX3216, i. e. aux outputs, FX sends, stereo main mix, stereo solo bus or one of the 16 master bus signals. The outputs must be assigned accordingly on the MULTI page in the I/O menu (default: aux sends 1-4).

  • Page 14: Midi Connections

    2.2.5 Power supply and fuse Fig. 2.9: Power supply and fuse POWER switch Use the POWER switch to turn the DDX3216 on and off. FUSE HOLDER Use the enclosed IEC power cord to connect the unit to the mains. It complies with all applicable safety standards. Blown fuses must always be replaced by fuses of the same type and rating.

  • Page 15: Main Mix

    Channel level meter Each fader has a channel level meter assigned to it. Depending on the active fader bank, this meter reads the pre-fader or pre- processing levels (inputs), or the post-fader output level (outputs such as bus, aux and FX). Normally, the channel meter follows the fader bank settings and reads the level of its associated fader.

  • Page 16: Display

    2.5 Display Fig. 2.14: Display with control elements Many functions of your mixing console are controlled via the display, including the general setup, channel processing and the built-in effects processors. By pressing a switch in the switch block, you can display whole groups of associated menu pages. Each group has a menu bar on the upper right side, and each single menu page has a tab along the top left part of the display.

  • Page 17: Channel Control Bank

    Groups can span more than one fader menu page. A second press on the fader bank switches CH 1-16 or CH 17-32 displays the CHANNEL LIB page, where you can save and recall all channel processing settings for the selected channel. To navigate between the two menu pages, either press the corresponding fader bank switch or use the PREVIOUS and NEXT switches to the right of the display.

  • Page 18: Auto(Mation) Bank

    2.7.5 Auto(mation) bank Fig. 2.22: Auto(mation) bank In combination with the AUTO/REC switches in the channel strips, the AUTOMATION switches are used to control the dynamic automation of your mixing console. Please read chapter 11 “DYNAMIC AUTOMATION” for a description of the functions performed by these controls.

  • Page 19: Channel Processing Switches

    6 dB cuts the amplitude by half. The gain range of +/- 18 dB provided by the EQs of your DDX3216 means that you can boost or cut a certain frequency range to 8 times its original value.

  • Page 20: Dynamics Processing

    The low-cut filter has only one frequency parameter, which controls the frequency at which the signal is cut by 3 dB (cutoff frequency). All frequencies below that value are attenuated with a slope of 12 dB per octave. So, when you select a frequency of 100 Hz, it will be cut by 3 dB;...

  • Page 21: Dynamics Library Menu Page

    The lower the threshold, the more the signal is affected. Signals below the threshold, however, remain unaffected. On the DDX3216 you can adjust a threshold ranging from 0 dBFS (FS = digital full scale) to -60 dBFS.

  • Page 22: Channel Routing And Busses

    FEEDBACK and MIX parameters are used. 4. CHANNEL ROUTING AND BUSSES Your DDX3216 features a complete set of stereo main and monitor busses, 16 multi-track busses, as well as four aux sends and four FX sends. These busses can be used for a wide variety of applications, e.
  • Page 23 The aux and FX sends are adjusted with the channel controllers and the display. Using the AUX and FX switches in the left switch block you can assign one common aux or FX send to the channel controllers of channels 1-16 or 17-32. When you press the AUX and FX switches in the left switch block, the AUX and FX send page is displayed, providing you with an overview of all sends and masters, including their pre and post-fader settings.

  • Page 24: Effects Processors

    5. EFFECTS PROCESSORS A very special feature of your DDX3216 are the four built-in multi-effects processors loaded with effect algorithms that were specifically designed for the DDX3216. These four multi-effects processors offer 26 different groups of first-class effects, including such standard effects as reverb, chorus or delay, but also unconventional effects such as a ring modulator, plus various filter and lo-fi effects.

  • Page 25: Small Hall

    Decay (0 to 10 s) The Decay parameter controls the duration of the reverb tail, which is the time needed for the level of the reverb tail to drop to -60 dB. PreDelay (0 to 500 ms) This parameter controls the delay (in ms), until early reflections and reverb tail can be heard.

  • Page 26: Stage

    ER/REV Bal (0 to 100%) Use this parameter to adapt the ratio of early reflections and reverb tail to suit the audio signal processed. Diffusion (0 to 20) The Diffusion parameter allows you to edit the density of the reverb tail. Size (1 to 50) Size determines the room size with regard to the early reflections.

  • Page 27: Stereo Delay

    5.2.9 Stereo Delay The Stereo Delay produces different delays of up to 2.7 s for the left and right sides of the output signal. The low-pass filter in the feedback loop progressively reduces the high-frequency content of the delay signals, which emulates the sound of a tape delay unit used in the pre-digital age, which has become popular again as part of the “vintage sound”...

  • Page 28: Stereo Phaser

    5.2.13 Stereo Phaser A phaser is a phase shifter with LFO modulated phase shift. The signal is also fed back. The resulting phase shift is called comb filter effect. When phasing is applied to an audio signal, the signal becomes “thicker” in texture and more lively in character, an effect that is often used for guitar sounds and keyboard pads, and had its heyday in the 70’s, when phasers were standard devices for electric pianos.

  • Page 29: Phaser

    LFO Speed (0.05 to 20 Hz) The LFO Speed parameter controls the speed (frequency) of the modulating signal. Mod Depth (0 to 100%) This parameter governs the modulation depth, i. e. the amplitude of the modulating signal. Mod Delay (5 to 100 ms) Mod Delay controls the delay of the modulated signal.

  • Page 30: Graphic Equalizer

    Bass-Level (0 to 100%) The Bass-Level parameter defines the intensity of the harmonics generated for the low frequency range. NR-Response (20 to 400 ms) This parameter controls the response time of the gate. NR-Threshold (-90 to 0 dB) Use the NR-Threshold parameter to adjust the threshold below which the gate is activated.

  • Page 31: Ring Modulator

    6. MONITOR SECTION AND LEVEL METERS The DDX3216 gives you powerful monitoring features, such as a dedicated solo bus, which allows you to monitor the soloed PFL or AFL signal of the input channels or all aux and bus outputs.

  • Page 32: Monitor Switching

    6.3 Level meters With its 16 level meters in the channel strips and a stereo meter in the MAIN strip, your DDX3216 offers a comprehensive set of metering options. The 16-segment displays give you an accurate indication of all input/output levels.

  • Page 33: Groups, Pairs And Copy Functions

    7. GROUPS, PAIRS AND COPY FUNCTIONS 7.1 Fader and mute groups Fader and mute groups allow you to control several faders or mutes with a single fader or MUTE switch, for example, to control several assigned channels (backing vocals, drum set, string ensemble, etc.) from one single channel strip.

  • Page 34: Pair Function

    (turn to select; press to change). Any changes made here will be stored until you power off your DDX3216 or change them next time you use the copy function.

  • Page 35: Input/Output Routing

    8.2.1 Input routing The 32 channel signals on your DDX3216 can come from a variety of signal sources: analog inputs, I/O modules, and even mix busses. The inputs are assigned in blocks of eight, which enhances the flexibility of your DDX3216 considerably.

  • Page 36: Output Page In The I/O Menu

    8.3 Configuring the S/PDIF input and output 8.3.1 S/PDIF page in the I/O menu Your DDX3216 features a digital audio input based on the S/PDIF format. This input is fitted with a sample rate converter that allows you to feed in digital signals with sample rates between 32 and 50 kHz.

  • Page 37: File Management

    What is more, your DDX3216 stores the last snapshot used and recalls it after power-up. All files stored in the DDX3216 can be saved to a PC card or a ® Windows PC, using the MIDI or RS232 interfaces. These files can be used as backups or to transfer data from one DDX3216 to another.

  • Page 38: Using A Pc Card

    Files with the extension “.BEX” contain OS update software for your DDX3216. Copying a file of this type to the middle window (internal files) will delete all DDX3216 settings, and load a new operating system (see chapter 16.1 “Updating the DDX3216 operating system”).

  • Page 39: Snapshot Automation

    MIDI interface enable you to save your presets to a PC card or personal computer, for transfer to another DDX3216 or for backup and archiving. Snapshots can also be switched over by means of program change commands (see chapter 13.3 “RX/TX page in the MIDI menu”).

  • Page 40: Dynamic Automation

    Simply start the multi-track recorder and mix, and the DDX3216 will play back exactly what has been recorded before, or will record what is being added.

  • Page 41: Various Operating Modes

    If the switch is disabled, the DDX3216 is in absolute mode, i. e. all control elements follow the previously recorded movements, which are overwritten as soon as you enter RECORD mode.

  • Page 42: Setup Page

    AUTOM. page (see chapter 11.3.1 “AUTOM. page”). AUTOMATION CLEAR Clears all dynamic automation files in the DDX3216. The flash memory of the console stores one automation file. In order to start a new automation, this file must be deleted with AUTOMATION CLEAR.

  • Page 43: Perfecting A Mix

    Adjustments can always be made later on, but the mixer will use the status of the controls as the basis for the new mix when automation is turned on. Activate the dynamic automation on the SETUP page in the DYNAMIC AUTOMATION menu. Press the RECORD switch in the left switch block to set all channels to RECORD READY mode.

  • Page 44: Setup

    32 and 50 kHz, regardless of whether or not these signals are in sync with the console. The built-in clock of your DDX3216 (44.1 or 48 kHz) can be locked to external wordclock signals, or to digital signals fed in via optional I/O modules.

  • Page 45: Automation Auto Save

    We recommend that you have the CHANNEL MUTE AFTER FADER function enabled for all recording applications, as this will cause the aux and FX sends of the DDX3216 to function like those on an analog console. 12.3.3 AUTOMATION AUTO SAVE...

  • Page 46: Rx/Tx Page In Midi Menu

    DIRECT PAR. EXCL. Changes to all controls that can be automated are transmitted and received by the DDX3216 in the form of MIDI system exclusive data. Check the appropriate checkboxes to enable these functions. A complete list of all MIDI sys-ex data received/transmitted by the DDX3216 is available from your BEHRINGER Customer Support team or our Internet web site at www.behringer.com.

  • Page 47: Aes/Ebu

    Meanwhile, plenty of peripherals are available for this interface, such as microphone preamplifiers, external A/D and D/A converters, etc. And you can also retrofit your DDX3216 with an ADAT ® -based interface.

  • Page 48: Applications

    TDIF signal, you need to connect the wordclock output of the DA-38/DA-78HR recorder to the wordclock input on the DDX3216. On the FS CLK page in the SETUP menu, set the CLOCK to “Wordclock”. Any additional DTRS wordclock code via the sync port of the master recorder, and are configured as slaves.

  • Page 49: The Ddx3216 In Live Applications

    (including equalization and effects) with the faders of channels 17-32. In the ROUTING menu, channels 17-32 are sent to the 16 busses of the DDX3216, from where they are recorded on a multi-track recorder, using an optional digital interface.

  • Page 50: Special Functions

    16.2 Recalling the factory presets and auto- matic fader calibration To reset the DDX3216 to its default status and at the same time do an automatic fader calibration, keep the following switches pressed for about 10 seconds, while switching the unit on:...

  • Page 51: Installation

    The packaging of your DDX3216 contains two 19" rack mounts for installation on the side panels of the console. Before you can attach the rack mounts to the DDX3216, you need to remove the screws holding the left and right side panels.

  • Page 52: Midi

    The MIDI connectors on the rear panel are internationally standardized 5-pin DIN jacks. To connect your DDX3216 to other MIDI equipment, you need dedicated MIDI cables, which are commercially available in various lengths. However, you can also use two-conductor shielded cables (e.

  • Page 53: Appendix

    18. APPENDIX 18.1 MIDI Implementation Tab. 18.1: MIDI Implementation 18. APPENDIX...

  • Page 54: Midi Control Changes

    MIDI controller no. Automation rec/play Automation rec/play Automation rec/play Automation rec/play Automation rec/play *Channel number 1..61 (as fader volume MIDI controller no.), 0 = all O = YES X = NO 18.2 MIDI Control Changes Description Fader volume Channel 1 Fader volume Channel 32 Fader volume...

  • Page 55: Specifications

    Dimensions (H * W * D) Weight (net) BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.

  • Page 56: Warranty

    AKM, ALESIS, ALPS, ANALOG DEVICES, CRYSTAL, TASCAM, WINDOWS, ADAT, DTRS and SHARC are all registered trademarks of their respective owners, which are in no way associated or affiliated with BEHRINGER. BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich-Münchheide II, Germany Tel.

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