Behringer Europack UB1204-Pro Owner's Manual

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EURORACK UB1204FX-PRO/UB1204-PRO User Manual
1.  Introduction
The BEHRINGER EURORACK mixing console offers you premium-quality 
microphone preamplifiers with optional phantom power supply, balanced line 
inputs and the ability to connect external effects devices. Because of its extensive 
and carefully thought-out routing possibilities, your EURORACK lends itself 
equally to both live and studio use.
IMP “Invisible” Mic Preamp
The microphone channels are fitted with BEHRINGER’s brand new high-end 
IMP INVISIBLE MIC PREAMPs that boast the following features:
130 dB dynamic range for an incredible amount of headroom
A bandwidth ranging from below 10 Hz to over 200 kHz for crystal-clear 
reproduction of even the finest nuances
The extremely low-noise and distortionless circuitry gua rantees absolutely 
natural and transparent signal repro duction
They are perfectly matched to every conceivable micro phone with up to 
60 dB gain and +48 volt phantom power supply and
They enable full utilisation of the greatly extended dynamic range of your 
24-bit/192 kHz HD recorder, thereby main taining optimal audio quality
Additionally, your UB mixing console has an effects processor with 24-bit A/D 
and D/A converters included, which gives you 100 presets producing first-class 
reverb, delay and modulation effects plus numerous multi-effects in excellent 
audio quality.
The mixing consoles of the PRO series feature a state of the art, integrated 
switch-mode power supply. One of the great advantages is that (compared to 
conventional circuits) a switch-mode power supply adapts to mains voltages 
between 100 and 240 volts automatically. Furthermore, due to its much greater 
efficiency, it consumes much less energy than a conventional power supply unit.
Caution!
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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, wehave 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.
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The block diagram supplied with the mixing console gives you 
an overview of the connections between the inputs and outputs, 
as well as the associated switches and controls.
For the moment, just try and trace the signal path from the microphone input 
to the aux send 1 connector. Don’t be put off by the huge range of possibilities; 
it’s easier than you think! If you look at the overview of the controls at the same 
time, you’ll be able to quickly familiarize yourself with your mixing console and 
you’ll soon be making the most of all its many possibilities.
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 in operative.
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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!