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EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual

1.  Introduction

FBQ Feedback Detection System

  

One of the most outstanding features of this console is the 

FBQ Feedback Detection System, which is part of the graphic 

equalizer. This ingenious circuit makes it possible to detect and 

subsequently eliminate feedback frequencies very quickly. 

FBQ increases the brightness of the EQ fader LEDs for the frequency bands where 

feedback is occurring. What used to be a tedious search for feedback frequencies 

is now mere child’s play.

XENYX Mic Preamps

  

The microphone channels feature high-end XENYX Mic Preamps 

that compare well with costly outboard preamps in terms of sound 

quality and dynamics and boast the following features:

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130 dB dynamic range for an incredible amount of headroom

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A bandwidth ranging from below 10 Hz to over 200 kHz for crystal-clear 

reproduction of even the finest nuances

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The extremely low-noise and distortion-free circuitry guarantees absolutely 

natural and transparent signal reproduction

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They are perfectly matched to every conceivable microphone with up to 

60 dB gain and +48 volt phantom power supply

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They enable you to use the greatly extended dynamic range of your 

24-bit/192-kHz HD recorder to the full, thereby maintaining optimal 

audio quality

“British EQ”

The equalizers used for the XENYX Series are based on the legendary circuitry of 

top-notch consoles made in Britain, which are renowned throughout the world 

for their incredibly warm and musical sound character. Even with extreme gain 

settings these equalizers ensure outstanding audio properties.

  

What is more, the EURODESK comes with two effects processors 

using 24-bit A/D and D/A converters and the effects algorithms of 

our renowned 19" multi-effects device VIRTUALIZER PRO 

DSP2024P. Each processor offers 99 presets with first-class room 

simulations, delay and modulation effects as well as compressor, tube distortion 

and numerous other effects available—all with excellent audio quality!

  

The mixer is equipped with a state-of-the-art integrated 

switch-mode power supply. Unlike conventional designs, 

this supply automatically adapts to supply voltages between 

100 and 240 V. With its considerably higher efficiency, it is also 

more economical in terms of power consumption than standard power supply units.

1.1  Before you get started

1.1.1  Shipment

Your product was carefully packed at the factory to ensure safe transport. 

Nevertheless, if the box is damaged inspect the unit immediately for signs 

of damage.

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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.

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We recommend that you use a flight case to give the unit optimum 
protection during use or transport.

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Always use the original box to prevent damage during storage 
or transport.

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Make sure that children cannot play unsupervised with the unit or 
its packaging.

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Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials.

1.1.2  Initial operation

Ensure adequate air supply and to avoid overheating do not place the unit 

near radiators etc.

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Blown fuses must be replaced by fuses of the correct rating! 
Please refer to the “Specifications” section for the applicable rating.

For connection to the mains use the enclosed power cord with cold connector 

which complies with the relevant safety regulations.

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Please make sure that all devices are properly grounded. For your own 
safety, never remove or disable the ground conductors from the devices 
or on the power cords. The unit must always be connected to the mains 
outlet with a protective grounding connection.

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We would like to point out that high volume levels may damage your 
hearing and/or your headphones/loudspeakers. To avoid switch-on/off 
thumps from the console and any downstream devices, always make 
sure that your power amp(s) or active speakers are the last components 
that are switched on and the first to be switched off. Always make sure 
that the appropriate volume is set.

Important notes concerning installation

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The sound quality may diminish within the range of powerful 
broadcasting stations and high-frequency sources. Increase the 
distance between the transmitter and the device and use shielded 
cables for all connections.

1.1.3  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!

1.2  The manual

This manual is designed to give you an overview of all control elements and 

at the same time inform you in detail about how to use them. To provide you 

with a clear structure, we have grouped the control elements according to their 

function. They can easily be found on the enclosed numbered illustrations. 

If you need more detailed information on specific topics, please visit our web site 

at behringer.com. The product-related information pages and the ULTRANET-

based glossary explain the relevant audio engineering terminology in full detail.

Summary of Contents for Eurodesk SX2442FX

Page 1: ...User Manual EURODESK SX3242FX SX2442FX Ultra Low Noise Design 32 24 Input 4 Bus Studio Live Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamplifiers British EQs and Dual Multi FX Processor ...

Page 2: ... tube processors headphone amplifiers digital effects DI boxes etc monitor and P A speakers as well as professional live and recording mixers Our entire technical know how has gone into your EURODESK mixing console Table of Contents Thank you 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal Disclaimer 3 Limited Warranty 3 1 Introduction 5 1 1 Before you get started 5 1 2 The manual 5 2 Control Elements and...

Page 3: ...ceshall remainreadilyoperable TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND APPEARANCES ARE SUBJECTTO CHANGEWITHOUT NOTICE AND ACCURACY IS NOT GUARANTEED BEHRINGER IS PART OFTHE MUSIC GROUP MUSIC GROUP COM ALLTRADEMARKS ARETHE PROPERTY OFTHEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS MUSIC GROUP ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSSWHICH MAY BE SUFFERED BY ANY PERSONWHO RELIES EITHERWHOLLY OR IN PART UPON ANY DESCRIPTION PHOTOGRAPH OR STATE...

Page 4: ...oroperationoftheunitinanyway thatdoesnotcomplywiththetechnicalorsafety regulationsapplicableinthecountrywherethe productisused damage defectscausedbyactsofGod Nature accident fire flood etc oranyotherconditionthat isbeyondthecontrolofMUSICGroup 7 Anyrepairoropeningoftheunitcarriedoutby unauthorizedpersonnel userincluded willvoidthe limitedwarranty 8 IfaninspectionoftheproductbyMUSICGroup showsthat...

Page 5: ...original box to prevent damage during storage or transport Make sure that children cannot play unsupervised with the unit or its packaging Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials 1 1 2 Initial operation Ensure adequate air supply and to avoid overheating do not place the unit near radiators etc Blown fuses must be replaced by fuses of the correct rating Please refer to the Specifica...

Page 6: ...e inputs GAIN has a dual scale the first scale has a gain from 10 to 60 dB for the MIC input The second scale has a gain from 10 to 40 dBu for the line input For devices with a nomal line output level of 10 dBV or 4 dBu the setting is as follows with GAIN fully counter clockwise connect the external device and adjust the output level recommended by the manufacturer If available the output level di...

Page 7: ...et to post fader are muted for the respective channel while the pre fader monitor buses remain operative The MUTE LED is illuminated when the channel is muted 14 The CLIP LED illuminates when the channel overloads In this case please reduce the input gain using the GAIN control This LED also illuminates when you activate the solo function with the SOLO switch below 15 The SOLO switch routes the ch...

Page 8: ...an be connected to CD players tape decks etc for example to feed in playback material 2 4 Subgroups 1 4 26 25 27 Fig 2 9 Subgroups 1 4 The EURODESK has 4 subgroups enabling you to create mono or stereo mixes from multiple input signals Subgroups are controlled from one mono or two stereo subgroup faders Additionally it is possible to connect the subgroup outputs as tape sends to a multi track reco...

Page 9: ... this high precision MAIN fader to control the output level of the main mix 34 Fig 2 14 XLR main out connectors 34 The MAIN OUT puts are balanced XLR connectors with a nominal operating level of 4 dBu and provide the main mix signal 35 36 Fig 2 15 Main out connectors and main insert 35 The MAIN OUT TRS connectors outputs also provide the main mix signal 36 Like the channel inserts the MAIN INSERT ...

Page 10: ...sources are MAIN CD TAPE AUX 1 2 and subgroups 1 2 and 3 4 46 Fig 2 19 Phones control room output 46 Connect your headphones or monitor speaker to the PHONES CTRL ROOM OUT TRS connector IMPORTANT High volume levels may damage your hearing and or your headphones loudspeakers To avoid switch on off thumps from the console and any downstream devices always make sure that the power amp s or active spe...

Page 11: ... MAIN and then use the 9 band EQ to remove the feedback 2 10 Effects section 62 64 65 63 57 58 59 61 60 Fig 2 25 The digital effects processor 57 Here you will find a list of all multi effects presets see also chapter 3 Digital effects processor 58 The FX LED level meters show the effects processor s input signal Be sure that the clip LED only illuminates with signal peaks If it is lit all the tim...

Page 12: ... supplied with the unit 72 FUSE HOLDER Before connecting the unit to the mains ensure that the voltage setting matches your local voltage Blown fuses should only be replaced by fuses of the same type and rating Please also read the information given in chapter 6 Specifications 73 SERIAL NUMBER 3 Digital Effects Processor Fig 3 1 List of all effects presets 99 FIRST CLASS PRESETS Here is the list o...

Page 13: ...from the built in effects processor to the respective subgroups FX TO MAIN control The MAIN SUB switch in the FX1 section is pressed but NOT the SUB 1 2 SUB 3 4 button Fig 4 1 Wiring the console for studio operation Please make sure that none of the subgroup routing switches 1 2 and 3 4 is pressed in the channels connected to the recorder returns Otherwise a feedback loop will be created as soon a...

Page 14: ...two subgroup faders The built in compressor insert effect is used for the bass The corresponding input channel is separate from all buses and the bass signal is routed directly from the internal effects processor to the main mix bus The MAIN SUB switch must not be pressed in this case and the position of the SUB 1 2 SUB 3 4 switch is irrelevant 5 Audio Connectors The inputs and outputs of the BEHR...

Page 15: ...lanced use with XLR connectors Fig 5 4 XLR connectors strain relief clamp sleeve tip sleeve pole 1 ground tip pole 2 The footswitch connects both poles momentarily TS footswitch connector Fig 5 5 TRS footswitch connector strain relief clamp sleeve ring tip sleeve ground shield TRS headphones connector ring right signal tip left signal Fig 5 6 TRS connector for headphones strain relief clamp sleeve...

Page 16: ...erb Flanger combined with a reverb effect All purpose effect Phaser Reverb Phaser combined with a reverb effect All purpose effect Rotary Speaker Reverb Rotary Speaker effect combined with reverb Organ keyboards electric guitar Delay Reverb Delay combined with reverb The most common combination for vocals solo guitar etc Delay Chorus Widens the signals and produces interesting repetition effects M...

Page 17: ...0 dB Channel muted 84 dB Channel fader muted 85 dB Frequency response Mic In Main Out 10 Hz 90 kHz 0 dB 1 dB 10 Hz 160 kHz 0 dB 3 dB Stereo Inputs Type 2 x TRS jack balanced Impedance approx 20 kΩ balanced approx 10 kΩ unbalanced Gain range 20 dB to 20 dB Max input level 22 dBu 0 dB GAIN CD Tape In Type RCA connector Impedance approx 10 kΩ Max input level 22 dBu Equalizer EQ mono channels LOW 80 H...

Page 18: ...x 0 dB channel fader 82 dB 85 dB A weighted Main mix 0 dB channel fader 0 dB 72 dB 75 dB A weighted Power Supply Power consumption 50 W Fuse 100 240 V 50 60 Hz T 2 0 A H 250 V Mains connector Standard IEC receptacle Physical Weight SX2442FX Dimensions H x W x D 3 9 x 26 9 x 16 1 100 x 682 x 410 mm Weight net 19 lbs 8 6 kg SX3242FX Dimensions H x W x D 3 9 x 35 3 x 16 1 100 x 896 x 410 mm Weight ne...

Page 19: ...antee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment a...

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