Behringer Pro Mixer VMX1000USB User Manual

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Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of 
suffi  cient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock. Use only 
high-quality commercially-available speaker cables with ¼" TS 
plugs pre-installed. All other installation or modifi cation should be 
performed only by qualifi ed personnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of 
uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure - voltage that 
may be suffi  cient to constitute a risk of shock.
 
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This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating 
and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. 
Please read the manual.
Caution
 
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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 qualifi ed personnel.
Caution
 
!
To reduce the risk of fi re 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 fi lled with liquids, 
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Caution
 
!
These service instructions are for use by qualifi ed 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 qualifi ed service personnel.
Read these instructions.
[1]
Keep these instructions.
[2]
Heed all warnings.
[3]
follow all instructions.
[4]
Do not use this apparatus near water.
[5]
Clean only with dry cloth.
[6]
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance 
[7]
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 
[8]
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi ers) that 
produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
[9]
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 fi t 
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the 
obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 
[10] 
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point 
where they exit from the apparatus.
Use only attachments/accessories specifi ed by 
[11] 
the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, 
[12] 
or table specifi ed by the manufacturer, or 
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, 
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus 
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning 
[13] 
storms or when unused for long periods of time. 
Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is 
[14] 
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.
The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet 
[15] 
with a protective earthing connection.
Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the 
[16] 
disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain 
readily operable.
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Introduction
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The following user’s manual is intended to familiarize 
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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 at a safe place for 
future reference.
Before you get started
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Shipment
1.1.1  
The PRO MIXER 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 units should NEVER be sent directly to us. 
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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.
Initial operation
1.1.2  
Please make sure the unit is provided with sufficient 
ventilation, and never place the PRO MIXER on top of an 
amplifier or in the vicinity of a heater to avoid the risk of 
overheating.
for rack mounting, please use M6 metal nuts and bolts.
Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please 
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make sure you have selected the correct voltage:
The fuse compartment near the power plug socket contains 
three triangular markings. Two of these triangles are 
opposite one another. The voltage indicated adjacent to 
these markings is the voltage to which your unit has been 
set up, and can be altered by rotating the fuse compartment 
by 180°. ATTENTION: This does not apply to export 
models that were for example manufactured only for use 
with 120 V!
If you alter the unit’s voltage, you must change the 
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fuses accordingly. The correct value of the fuses 
needed can be found in the chapter “SPECIFICATIONS”.
Faulty fuses must be replaced with fuses of appropriate 
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rating without exception! The correct value of the fuses 
needed can be found in the chapter “SPECIFICATIONS”.
Power is delivered via the cable enclosed with the unit. All 
required safety precautions have been adhered to.
Please make sure that the unit is grounded at all times. 
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For your own protection, you should never tamper 
with the grounding of the cable or the unit itself.  
Warranty
1.1.3  
Please take a few minutes and send us the completely filled 
out warranty card within 14 days of the date of purchase. 
You may also register online at www.behringer.com. The 
serial number needed for the registration is located on the 
rear of the unit. failure to register your product may void 
future warranty claims (see 
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).
The user’s manual
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This user’s manual has been written in such a way to enable 
you an overview over the control elements of the unit 
and offers at the same time detailed information about 
possible applications. To facilitate quick lookups, control 
elements have been described in groups depending on 
their function. All control elements can easily be located 
using the numerated illustrations attached to this manual. 
Should you need detailed information about specific topics 
not covered in this manual, please visit our website at 
www.behringer.com.
WARNING!
 
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We would like to warn you that extremely loud 
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sound levels may damage your hearing and/or your 
headphones. Turn the respective output volume 
controls all the way to the left before turning your 
VMX1000USB on. Be sure to keep the volume at 
appropriate levels at all times.
Important Safety Instructions