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EURODESK MX2442A

The configuration is 24 into 4 into 2. This means that there are 24 channel inputs in total (there are 16 mono and

four stereo channels), assignable to four subgroup buses (plus the main mix) which in turn may be blended into

the main mix stereo output. The subgroups (configurable as stereo pairs if required) are provided for connecting

to a multitrack tape recorder, or for use as a mixing aid during mix-down or during a live concert. Every channel,

and both stereo aux returns can access at least one of the four existing subgroups, or the main mix directly,

via comprehensive routing matrices. Four out of six aux sends can be accessed simultaneously. Every single

input channel can be routed in two ways to the aux send buses: two pre- and four post-, or six post-fader, for

live or studio operating environments respectively.

Input channels

The first 16 input channels are mono, with a choice of balanced mic (XLR, +48 V phantom power switchable)

or line (1/4" TRS) inputs, both with exceptional gain architecture. Inputs 17/18 to 23/24 are configured as

stereo input channels, accepting all line level signals.
Every channel has MUTE, SOLO/PFL and comprehensive EQ. A high-quality 60 mm fader feeds the main mix

and/or subgroup buses depending on the assign switch position. A constant-power channel PAN also selects

between odd and even-numbered subgroup buses.

Subgroups

For ease and flexibility, four mono subgroups with PAN and SOLO functions are provided. Each has its own

individual output, and each may also be assigned to the main mix.

Aux sends

The MX2442A provides six master aux send outputs, each with separate SOLO switch.

Stereo aux returns

In the mid-upper section you will find two stereo aux returns, each of them equipped with a SOLO switch,

BALANCE and LEVEL controls.

Main mix outputs/additional features

The main mix output level is being controlled via a pair of high-quality 60 mm faders. The main section also

includes assignable headphones or control room outputs. The monitor (or control room) outputs are independently

adjustable in level, and the integral talkback mic is routable to 4 of the 6 aux buses, i.e. all possible pre-fader

(cue) sends.
A BNC connector is provided for a gooseneck lamp for those dark winter’s night mixes.

Inserts

All mono channels, subgroups and the main mix have insert points for the connection of dynamics processors

etc.

2.2 Metering

All input channels feature signal (- 20 dB) and overload LEDs, while the L and R output has a pair of 12 digit

bargraph  meters.  The  main  mix  (L/R)  meters  also  have  clip  LEDs  (+28/22  dB:  balanced/unbalanced).

Alternatively, the LEDs in the main section are used to display the mono PFL, stereo SOLO or the 2-track

input (in general, what you hear is what you see).

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The master clip LEDs (+22 dBu) should never be allowed to illuminate. If they do, reduce either

the main mix faders or the group(s) and/or channel fader(s), or (as a last resort) the channel

input gain(s). Maybe it’s time to do a round of PFL metering.

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In  SOLO/PFL  mode  a  0  dB  meter  reading  matches  an  internal  operating  level  of  0  dBu

(0.775 V). However, when looking at the mix, 0 dB is referenced to +4 dBu, the 2-track operating

level. I.e. if only one signal is present in the main mix bus, soloing that signal will cause the

meter reading to increase by +4 dB.

2. EURODESK OVERVIEW

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

Summary of Contents for Eurodesk MX2442A

Page 1: ...EURODESK MX2442A www behringer com Version 1 1 May 2002 User s Manual ENGLISH All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c o m...

Page 2: ...ventilation openings Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliance including amplifiers that produce heat Power Source The app...

Page 3: ...ER family With your highly competent suggestions for new products you ve greatly contributed to shaping our company and making it successful In return we guarantee you uncompromising quality manufactu...

Page 4: ...e main mix s Clear and easy comprehensible design as split console input and main sections divided s State of the art 4580 ICs and high quality components guarantee crystal clear audio performance and...

Page 5: ...ubgroups 11 5 2 Insert Points 11 6 MAIN SECTION 13 6 1 Aux Masters 13 6 2 Monitoring 14 6 3 Headphones 14 6 4 SOLO PFL 14 6 5 2 Track In and Output 14 6 6 Talkback 15 7 CONNECTIONS 15 7 1 EURODESK MX2...

Page 6: ...p will always refer to a sub mix of channels Similarly the term band will be mentioned only in conjunction with frequency 1 2 Structure Working with complex systems like live or studio mixing consoles...

Page 7: ...des six master aux send outputs each with separate SOLO switch Stereo aux returns In the mid upper section you will find two stereo aux returns each of them equipped with a SOLO switch BALANCE and LEV...

Page 8: ...PSU and thereby your EURODESK 3 MONO INPUT CHANNELS Each channel comes with a balanced line level input on 1 4 TRS jack and an XLR mic input Press the PHANTOM switch at the back panel if required The...

Page 9: ...will be heard In most consoles such a wet mix requires the use of a pre setting for the channel aux send losing fader control With the EURODESK you can have a virtually wet mix with fader control Chan...

Page 10: ...aves The upper and lower shelving controls have their turnover frequencies fixed at 12 kHz and 80 Hz whereas the midrange controls and have their bell center frequencies set at 3 kHz and 500 Hz All ba...

Page 11: ...cessing or equalization to a channel a group or the mix Unlike reverbs etc which are usually added to the dry signal dynamic processing is normally applied across an entire signal Here an aux send wou...

Page 12: ...the EQ dynamics processing takes place If you want the aux sends to be post processing you will need to address the signal to one of the subgroups and then insert the EQ dynamics processor between the...

Page 13: ...returns which can also be seen as two additional mono or stereo line inputs On these inputs there is up to 20 dB of gain available Alternatively a mono center panned signal may be returned by pluggin...

Page 14: ...EQ settings for four headphone mixes a total of 12 headphones can be connected 6 4 SOLO PFL SOLO SOLO is short for Solo in Place and is the preferred method for auditioning an isolated signal or grou...

Page 15: ...2A Back Panel Serial Number DC power in This circular multiway connector distributes the different DC operating voltages delivered by the PSU 18 V audio circuits 48 V mic phantom power 12 V lamp and 5...

Page 16: ...Use custom made RCA cables for the 2 track in out traffic center post signal ve sleeve ground screen Monitor control room outputs Will feed a pair of speakers via an amp of course Balanced 1 4 TRS soc...

Page 17: ...17 EURODESK MX2442A Fig 7 1 Different plug types 7 CONNECTIONS All manuals and user guides at all guides com...

Page 18: ...esired low frequency content 4 Set CHANNEL MODE to PFL up 5 Depress the SOLO switch 8 3 Auditioning a Signal and Setting Up a Channel 1 Make a typical noise or roll the tape There should now be some a...

Page 19: ...and way The broader the band the more musical but less instrument specific the effect Applying boost over a narrow bandwidth will sound Honky The two semi parametric bands of the EURODESK EQ have thei...

Page 20: ...ter says you re just hitting 0 dB then it must be coming from the aux send amp or the FX unit If PFL on the aux send reveals nothing amiss turn down the input on the FX unit and turn up the desk s aux...

Page 21: ...areas around the holes and bowed slightly upwards in between Aux sends 1 2 pre EQ All channel aux sends are post EQ If you want to convert them carry out the modification described below to each chan...

Page 22: ...nels assigned Unity gain channels muted 87 0 dBr ref 4 dBu all input channels assigned Unity gain Submaster output Max output 22 dBu balanced unbalanced Fader range 10 dB to 85 dB Main mix section Noi...

Page 23: ...will be repaired or replaced within 30 days of receipt of the product at BEHRINGER 2 If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to comply with applicable technical or safety standards on...

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