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EURORACK MX3242X
5.1.2 Gain optimization
PFL (Pre-Fader-Listen) is the way to set a desk level. Master Aux Send levels are fixed at Unity Gain. As the
mix progresses, more and more channels are likely to be sending to effects via the Aux buses, and its best to
PFL all sends just before setting up for the final mix.
Outboard Reverbs etc. should all be made to work hard. Theres no point in having an 85 dB dynamic range
if the input meter of your reverb is barely flickering. On the other hand, digital distortion is not one of the nicer
noises around. Youll have to rely on your ears to detect digital distortion, since different outboard processors
calibrate their meters differently.
If you hear distortion, turn down the input on the FX unit, and turn up the desks Aux Return input.
99 times out of 100 distortion in the Aux Send > FX > Aux Return loop will come from the FX unit (FX Gain too
high), and the same goes for a high noise level (FX Gain too low).
Noisy FX (or synth) Returns can be greatly improved by the addition of single-ended noise reduction between
FX output and Aux (or channel) Returns. The BEHRINGER DENOISER SNR2000 is ideally suited for this
purpose.
Ive found that using analog single-ended noise reduction can help warm the sound of certain digital Reverbs
which sound too cold/metallic, and also give that Echoplex sound to digital delay decays.
Analog multitrack tape should be driven quite hard, since its dynamic range (without noise reduction) is likely
to be 20 to 30 dB worse than other elements in the recording chain. Try to record bright. You can always mix
back duller. Brightening up an off-tape signal will bring up the level of tape noise. With digital tape or hard disk
you have plenty of dynamic range, and treble pre-emphasis is not often necessary. Just dont let the signal
distort!
When mixing or recording, keep the channel fader levels around or below 0 dB. If you do find the faders
creeping up or down, apply a suitable offset over all channel faders, and try to control your bad habit in
future!
6. INSTALLATION
Your BEHRINGER EURORACK MX3242X was carefully packed in the factory and the packaging was
designed to protect the unit from rough handling. Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the
packaging and its contents for any signs of physical damage, which may have occurred in 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. Ship-
ping claims must be made by the consignee.
6.1 Rack mounting
In the shipping carton youll find two 19" mounting angles which can be fixed to the side panels of the console.
Remove the side panels by loosening the screws (3 per side) that fix them to the console, lay the panels aside
and use the screws to fasten the mounting angles. Please note that each angle can be mounted on a specific
side only.
To be able to reach the rear connectors when the MX3242X is mounted in a rack, you should rotate the
interface panel by 90° (after loosening the screws holding it), and refix it. The following screws must be
removed:
1) 4 screws on the upper part of the interface panel.
2) Another 4 screws on the cover plate directly mounted to the interface panel at an angle of 90°.
3) 6 screws each on the left and right side panels.
Once the interface panel has been rotated, please check that all ribbon cables are seated and connected
properly. Then tighten all screws.
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Ensure sufficient air space around the MX3242X. Never mount the unit in close proximity to a
power amp or similar device to avoid overheating.
6. INSTALLATION
