Behringer Xenyx X2222USB Owner's Manual

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XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual
Mix: 
All other mixing console functions fall under this vital category. Creating a 
mix means primarily adjusting the volume levels of individual instruments 
and voices to one another as well as giving them the appropriate weight 
within the overall frequency spectrum. Likewise, you’ll have to sensibly 
spread individual voices across the stereo image of a signal. At the end of 
this process, adjusting the level of the entire mix to other equipment in the 
signal path is required (e. g. recorder/crossover/amplifier).
The control surface of BEHRINGER mixing consoles is optimized in such a way 
that these functions become easy to fulfill while the signal path remains 
simple to follow.
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. Additional information and 
explanations about various music industry/audio technology terminology can be 
found on individual product pages as well as in the glossary. 
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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.
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!
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
X2222USB
X2442USB
Fig. 2.1: Connectors and controls of mic/line inputs