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1. User Manual EURORACK PRO RX1202FX Premium 12 Input Mic Line Rack Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamplifiers British EO s and Multi FX Processor N behringer com behringer 2 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual KD Table of Contents Thank you 2 Important Safety Instructions eere 3 Legal Disclaimer cursurs0usonnsnsonnsnnsonsnnnsonsonnsonsonnennnnne 3 Limited Warranty 4 eere eere eene e seen een ernannt nana tnue 3 1 Introduction Lees e eese eee eene seen eene eene tn seen enata 5 11 General mixing console functions 5 1 2 The user s manual esee 6 1 3 Before you get started 6 2 Control Elements and Connectors 6 2 1 Mono channels esee tttenttnnos 6 2 2 Stereo chaninels cseteris 7 2 3 Connector array of the main section 8 pF m 9 2 5 Digital effects processor e 10 2 6 Voltage supply phantom power supply and fuse sss 10 3 Applications eese cesse eene rennen eene einen a enanns 11 3 1 Recording studio eere 11 3 2 LIVE sound eit rettet tee Eee 12 4 Installation eeeeeee eese enne een eren susiana 13 4 1 Mains connection eese eene 13 4 2 Aud2. c B behringer BE 000 i l H m 6 0 8 6 th rn a EI E to IKK idi Akal CD Player MD Recorder en i 88 3 EP2000 VIRTUALIZER 3D FX2000 x EUROLIVE F1220A Fig 3 2 Live application ofthe RX1202FX behringer com 13 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual This illustration shows a typical arrangement for a live setup Two vocal microphones and the line outputs of a guitar and a bass amplifier are connected to the mono channels of the RX1202FX A keyboard and a drum computer are connected to the stereo channels The power amplifier in your sound system is connected to the main outputs equipment such as compressors equalizers or crossovers are located between the mixer and the amp in the signal path If you wish to makea live recording you can connect your recording equipment in this case a minidisk recorder to the CD TAPE outputs A CD player that is playing during intermissions is connected via the CD TAPE inputs If you connect a recorder player combo e g a tape deck recorder the CD TAPE TO MIX switch Should not be pressed during a recording because this way the signal intended for recording would be directly re routed back to the mixing console and then back to the recorder this would cause a feedback loop as soon as you hit the record button A loud unpleasant even painful sound would result Connect two monitor speakers over a power amplifier to the MON output
3. 100 Hz 15 dB High 12 kHz 15 dB 15 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual Main Mix System Data Noise Main mix co 98 dB 101 dB A weighted Channel fader oo Main mix 0 dB 85 dB 88 dB A weighted Channel fader oo Main mix 0 dB 77 dB 80 dB A weighted Channel fader 0 dB Crosstalk attenuation Main fader closed 90 dB Channel fader closed 90 dB Frequency Response Microphone input to Main Out 20 Hz 105 kHz dB 1 dB 10 Hz 170 kHz 3 dB 3 dB Converter 24 bit Sigma Delta Frequency rate 40 kHz Presets 100 Power Supply Power consumption 18 W Voltage 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Fuse 100 240 V T 1 6 A H250 V Mains connection IEC power cable Dimensions H x W x D approx 5 sx 19x 5 0 approx 133 x 482x 150 mm Weight net approx 6 7 lbs 3 04 kg Measuring conditions 1 20 Hz 20 kHz measured at main output Channels 8 gain unity EQ flat all channels on main mix channels 1 3 5 7 leftmost channels 2 4 6 8 rightmost Reference 6 dBu 2 1 kHz relative to 0 dBu 20 Hz 20 kHz line input main output gain unity behringer com 17 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FC BEHRINGER EURORACK PRO RX1202FX Responsible Party Name MUSIC Group Services US Inc Address 18912 North Creek Parkway Suite 200 Bothell WA 98011 U
4. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Caution These service instructions are for use by qualified 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 qualified service personnel Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth BO UOR W N Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus induding amplifiers that produce heat behringer com 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding 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 fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Use only attachments accessor
5. the CD tape input is assigned to the main mix providing an additional input for tape machines MIDI instruments or other signal sources that do not require any processing 2 5 Digital effects processor GATED REV 30 39 EARLY REF 40 49 DELAY 50 59 PHASE PITCH 70 79 MULTI 80 99 Fig 2 5 Effects section 100 FIRST CLASS EFFECTS The EURORACK RX1202FX features a built in digital stereo effects processor This effects processor offers a large number of standard effects such as Hall Chorus Flanger Delay and various combination effects Using the FX control you can feed signals into the effects processor The integrated effects module has the advantage of requiring no wiring This way the danger of creating ground loops or uneven signal levels is eliminated at the outset completely simplifying the handling SIG and CLIP LED The SIG LED on the effects module shows the presence of a signal whose level is high enough This LED should always be on However make sure that the CLIP LED lights up only sporadically If it is lit constantly you are overdriving the effects processor which leads to unpleasant distortion If this occurs turn the FX controls down somewhat PROGRAM The PROGRAM control has two functions by turning the PROGRAM control you dial the number of an effect The number of the preset you just dialed up blinks in the display To confirm your selection press the PROGRAM control the blinking st
6. ve 3 cold ve For unbalanced use pin 1 and pin 3 have to be bridged Fig 4 1 XLR connections Unbalanced TS connector 4 strain relief clamp o sleeve 4 tip Fig 4 2 44 mono plug Balanced 14 TRS connector strain relief clamp sleeve ground shield ring cold ve tip hot ve 4 For connection of balanced and unbalanced plugs ring and sleeve have to be bridged at the stereo plug Fig 4 3 V stereo plug Ya TRS headphones connector 4 strain relief clamp o sleeve 4 ring sleeve 4 ground shield ring right signal tip left signal Fig 4 4 Stereo plug for headphones connection 14 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual EN 5 Specifications MIC IMP Invisible Mic Preamp AUX SENDS FX Type XLR electr balanced Type 14 TRS connector impedance balanced Mic E I N 20 Hz 20 kHz Impedance approx 240 Q balanced 9 0 Q source resistance 132 dB 134 dB A weighted appro 120 Pula 50 0 source resistance 130 dB 132 dB A weighted SL klevel ul 150 Q source resistance 128 dB 130 dB A weighted Frequency response 10 Hz 200 kHz Gain range 10 to 60 dB Max input level 12 dBu 10 dB gain Aux Sends MON Type 14 TRS connector
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8. For the moment just try and trace the signal path from the microphone input to the FX SEND connector Don t be put off by the huge range of possibilities it s easier than you think If you look at the overview of the controls at the same time you ll be able to quickly familiarize yourself with your mixing console and you ll soon be making the most of all its many possibilities 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 that may have occurred during transit Ifthe 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 Toassure optimal protection of your EURORACK during use or transport we recommend utilizing a carrying case Please always use the original packaging to avoid damage due to storage or shipping Never let unsupervised children play with the EURORACK or with its packaging Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally friendly fashion 1 3 2 Initial operation Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling purposes and to avoid overheating please do not place your mixing console on high temperature equipment such as radiators or power amps Never conne
9. allow for system stabilization Caution You must never use unbalanced XLR connectors PIN 1 and 3 connected on the MIC input connectors if you want to use the phantom power supply behringer com POWER The blue POWER LED indicates that the console is powered on LEVEL INDICATOR The 4 segment display accurately displays the relevant signal level Level Control To level the signal you should set the channel fader of the input channels to 0 dB and raise the input amplification with the TRIM controller to the extent that a level of maximal 0 dB is displayed When recording to digital recorders the recorder s peak meter should not go into overload While analog recorders can be overloaded to some extent creating only a certain amount of distortion digital recorders distort quickly when overloaded In addition digital distortion is not only undesirable but also renders your recording completely useless When recording to an analog device the VU meters ofthe recording machine should reach approx 3 dB with low frequency signals e g kick drum Due to their inertia VU meters tend to display too low a signal level at frequencies above 1 kHz This is why for example a Hi Hat should only be driven as far as 10 dB Snare drums should be driven to approx 0 dB The CLIP LEDs of your EURORACK display the level virtually independent of frequency A recording level of 0 dB is recommended for all signal types MAIN MIX Use t
10. manufactured this modification adaptation shall not be considered a defect in materials or workmanship This limited warranty does not cover any such modification adaptation regardless of whether it was carried out properly or not Under the terms of this limited warranty MUSIC Group shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from such a modification adaptation This limited warranty covers only the product hardware It does not cover technical assistance for hardware or software usage and it does not cover any software products whether or not contained in the product Any such software is provided AS IS unless expressly provided for in any enclosed software limited warranty This limited warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product Free inspections and maintenance repair work are expressly excluded from this limited warranty in particular if caused by improper handling of the product by the user This also applies to defects caused by normal wear and tear in particular of faders crossfaders potentiometers keys buttons guitar strings illuminants and similar parts 6 Damage defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this limited warranty e improper handling neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals behringer com e connection or operation of the uni
11. which musicians can then use on stage Determine the amount of the input signals microphone bass keyboard drum computer and guitar in the mono and stereo channels that are to be sent to the MON output by using the MON controller of the corresponding channel 4 Installation 4 1 Mains connection AC POWER IN The power supply is delivered through the power supply line to be found on the backside The connection complies with the required security regulations Never connect the EURORACK to the power supply line while the latter is already connected to the mains Rather connect the console with the power supply line before plugging it into the mains Please note that the mixer warms up when in operation This is absolutely normal 4 2 Audio connections You will need a large number of cables for different applications The illustrations below show how the connectors should be wired Be sure to use only high grade cables Please use commercial RCA cables to connect the CD tape inputs and outputs You can of course also connect unbalanced equipment to the balanced inputs outputs To do this use either mono plugs or stereo plugs with the ring and sleeve bridged pins 1 and 3 in the case of XLR connectors Caution Never use unbalanced XLR connectors PIN 1 and 3 connected on the MIC input connectors when using the phantom power supply behringer com input output 1 ground shield 2 hot
12. HANTOM switch The PHANTOM switch activates the phantom power necessary to operate condenser microphones on the XLR sockets of the mono channels The red 48 V LED illuminates when phantom power is on Asa rule dynamic microphones can still be used with phantom power provided that they are wired in a balanced configuration In case of doubt contact the microphone manufacturer Connect microphones before you switch on the phantom power supply Please do not connect microphones to the mixer or the stagebox wallbox while the phantom power supply is switched on In addition the monitor PA loud speakers should be muted before you activate the phantom power supply After switching on wait approx one minute to allow for system stabilization Caution Please also note the information given in chapter 4 2 Audio connections SERIAL NUMBER Please note the important information on the serial number given in chapter 1 3 3 11 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual 3 Applications 3 1 Recording studio TRUTH B200A MD Recorder Keyboard MIDI sound module Se S enr em es er SET d d DE Laptop F Control FCA202 Fig 3 1 The RX1202FX in a recording studio Even though most of the tasks in a studio can nowadays be accomplished using a computer a mixing console remains an unavoidable piece of equipment that lets you effectively manage audi
13. SA Phone Fax No Phone 1 425 672 0816 Fax 1 425 673 7647 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the following paragraph This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 ofthe FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee 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 ofthe following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 ofthe FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interfe
14. all at its discretion either replace or repair the product using suitable new or reconditioned product or parts In case MUSIC Group decides to replace the entire product this limited warranty shall apply to the replacement product for the remaining initial warranty period i e one 1 year or otherwise applicable minimum warranty period from the date of purchase of the original product Upon validation of the warranty claim the repaired or replacement product will be returned to the user freight prepaid by MUSIC Group Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT IT IS YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR LIMITED WARRANTY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE 2 Online registration Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase at behringer com under Support and kindly read the terms and conditions of our limited warranty carefully Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently Thank you for your cooperation 83 Return materials authorization To obtain warranty service please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was purchased Should your MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity you may contact the MUSIC Group Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under 4 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Man
15. annels MON FX The MON FX buses of the stereo channels work like those of the mono channels Since both paths are mono the signal of a stereo channel is initially mixed to a summed mono signal before reaching the MON FX bus BAL The BAL ANCE control determines the levels of left and right input signals relative to each other before both signals are then routed to the main stereo mix bus If a channel is operated in mono via the left line input this control has the same function as the PAN control used in the mono channels CLIP The CLIP LEDs ofthe stereo channels light up when the input signal s level is too high In this case reduce the preamplification with the TRIM controller until the LED goes out Channel fader As with the mono channels the channel fader determines the level of the channel strip for the stereo channels in the main mix 2 3 Connector array of the main section MAIN OUT CTRL OUT 11 12 10 TOMO IN OUT CD TAPE aux senos B FWEREN Fig 2 3 Connectors ofthe main section behringer com MAIN OUT The MAIN OUT connectors are balanced and laid out as XLR connectors Here the summed signal of the main mix has a level of 0 dBu According to the way you want to use the mixer and which equipment you have following devices can be connected Live PA systems A stereo dynamics processor optional stereo equalizer optional and the stereo power amplifier fo
16. anty please see complete details online at behringer com MUSIC Group Macao Commercial Offshore Limited of Rue de Pequim No 202 A Macau Finance Centre 9 J Macau including all MUSIC Group companies 5 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual 1 Introduction With 8 phantom powered microphone inputs as well as 4 high headroom line inputs the RX1202FX comprises a total of 12 channels All channels come with 60 mm faders and the extremely musical 2 band EQ the clip LEDs as well as the 2 aux sends enable an uncompromising functionality of the console An integrated power supply guarantees optimal flexibility through worldwide independence of any mains connection Additionally it offers an absolutely noiseless audio signal as well as an outstanding transient response by minimal power consumption With first class Invisible Mic Preamps the ultra low noise circuitry the 24 bit effects processor as well as the separate control room headphones and CD tape outputs the RX1202FX has all the features that also distinguish our UB mixers As sub mixer monitor mixer or as line mixer for audio video installations the RX1202FX is the first choice for demanding fixed installations and mobile use IMP INVISIBLE MIC PREAMP The microphone channels are fitted with BEHRINGER s premium quality IMP invisible mic preamps that boast the following features e 130 dB dynamic range for an incredible amount of headroom e A bandwidth ranging
17. can retrieve the signal at the send connector to direct it to an external effects device for example The AUX return input is used as the return path The send buses of the RX1202FX are mono buses As the name suggests the FX sends of the EURORACK mixing consoles are intended to drive effects devices reverb delay etc and are therefore configured post fader This means that the mix between dry signal and effect remains at the level determined by the channel s aux send irrespective of the channel fader setting If this were not the case the effects signal of the channel would remain audible even when the fader is lowered to zero In the RX1202FX the FX send is routed directly to the built in effects processor To make sure that the effects processor receives an input signal you shouldn t turn this control all the way to the left e9 behringer com The MON path as the name already implies is meant to be used as monitor signal path For this application it is important that the controller works as pre fader which means it does not rely on the fader position For this reason the AUX send path is unsuitable for the connection to effects devices By using the MON controller you can produce a mono mix of individual signals that can be routed over the MON plug located on the backside to a headphones amplifier e g MINIAMP AMP800 or a power amplifier for monitoring PAN The PAN control determines the position of the channel si
18. ct the EURORACK to the power supply unit when the latter is connected to the mains First connect the power supply unit to the console then connect the power supply unit to the mains Please make sure that all units have a proper ground connection For your own safety never remove or disable the ground conductor from the unit or on the AC power cord The unit should always be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection When installing the product ensure the appliance coupler or power cord is easily accessible for disconnecting the unit from mains behringer com 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 frm 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 pu
19. ely to the original buyer customer of authorized reseller and is not transferable to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product No other person reseller etc shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf of MUSIC Group 6 Claim for damage Subject only to the operation of mandatory applicable local laws MUSIC Group shall have no liability to the buyer under this warranty for any consequential or indirect loss or damage of any kind In no event shall the liability of MUSIC Group under this limited warranty exceed the invoiced value of the product 57 Limitation of liability This limited warranty is the complete and exclusive warranty between you and MUSIC Group It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this product MUSIC Group provides no other warranties for this product 8 Other warranty rights and national law This limited warranty does not exclude or limit the buyer s statutory rights as a consumer in any way The limited warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable unless they constitute an infringement of applicable mandatory local laws This warranty does not detract from the seller s obligations in regard to any lack of conformity ofthe product and any hidden defect 8 9 Amendment Warranty service conditions are subject to change without notice For the latest warranty terms and conditions and additional information regarding MUSIC Group s limited warr
20. from below 10 Hz to over 200 kHz for crystal clear reproduction of even the finest nuances e The extremely low noise and distortion free circuitry guarantees absolutely natural and transparent signal reproduction e They are perfectly matched to every conceivable microphone with up to 60 dB gain and 48 volt phantom power supply e They enable full utilization of the greatly extended dynamic range of your 24 bit 192 kHz HD recorder thereby maintaining optimal audio quality MULTI EFFECTS PROCESSOR In addition the RX1202FX offers an effects processor equipped with 24 bit A D and D A converters The FX processor puts at your disposal 100 presets with first class room simulations delay and modulation effects and many multi effects in outstanding audio quality AN Caution o We would like to inform you that high volume can damage your hearing and or the headphones or loudspeakers Before turning on the device please move the MAIN MIX fader of the main section all the way down Always take care to keep an appropriate volume level behringer com 1 1 General mixing console functions A mixing console fulfils three main functions Signal processing Preamplification Microphones convert sound waves into voltage that has to be amplified several fold then this voltage is turned into sound that is reproduced in a loudspeaker Because microphone capsules are very delicate in their construction output voltage is very low and therefo
21. gnal within the stereo image This control features a constant power characteristic which means the signal is always maintained at a constant level irrespective of position in the stereo panorama CLIP The CLIP LEDs of the mono channels illuminate when the input signal is driven too high which could cause distortion If this happens use the TRIM control to reduce the preamp level until the LED does not light anymore Channel fader The channel fader determines the level of the channel signal in the Main Mix Caution The channel fader needs to be open so that the effects processor receives a signal from this channel because the FX bus to the effects processor is switched to post fader 2 2 Stereo channels y EVAT M Fig 2 2 Connectors and controls on the stereo channels LINE IN Each stereo channel has two balanced line level inputs on 4 connectors for left and right channels If only the connector marked L left is used the channel operates in mono The stereo channels are designed to handle typical line level signals Both inputs will also accept unbalanced connectors 8 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual TRIM The controller works the same as the one for the mono channels However the level control range is limited from 20 to 20 dBu because the stereo channels only process line signals HIGH LOW The stereo channel equalizer features 2 bands like the one used forthe mono ch
22. he MAIN MIX fader to adjust the volume of the main out PHONES The connector is used to connect a pair of headphones The volume level is changed with the PHONES CONTROL ROOM controller PHONES CONTROL ROOM Use the PHONES CONTROL ROOM control to adjust the signal level of the CTRL OUT and PHONES outputs FX SOLO If you want to only listen to the effects signal with your headphones or monitor Speakers then press the FX SOLO switch The signal of the effects device can then be heard individually the main mix or CD tape signal is inaudible at the PHONES and CTRL OUT outputs CD TAPE TO CTRL Press the CD TAPE TO CTRL switch if you want to monitor the CD TAPE IN via the CTRL OUT and PHONES outputs A typical studio application of this function is recording music into a digital audio workstation DAW with simultaneous reproduction see ch 3 1 When you are recording a signal over the CD TAPE OUT and simultaneously want to monitor over the CD TAPE IN the CD TAPE TO MIX switch is not allowed to be pressed Otherwise a feedback loop would occur because this signal would be sent over the Main Mix back to the CD TAPE OUT In case of such an application you should send the CD TAPE signal to the monitor speakers or headphones by using the CD TAPE TO CTRL switch In contrast to the main mix this signal is not sent to the CD TAPE OUT 10 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual CD TAPE TO MIX When the CD TAPE TO MIX switch is pressed
23. he musicians on the stage monitor mix 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 interface of BEHRINGER mixing consoles is optimized for these tasks enabling you to easily keep track of the signal path 6 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual 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 area of behringer com 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
24. ies specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the e manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid LA IX injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods oftime 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is 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 15 The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection 16 Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable LEGAL DISCLAIMER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND APPEARANCES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND ACCURACY IS NOT GUARANTEED BEHRINGER IS PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP MUSIC GROUP COM ALLTRADEMARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS MUSIC GROUP ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSS WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED BY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES EITHER WHOLLY OR IN PART UPON ANY DESCRIPTION PHOTOGRAPH OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN COLORS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY VARY FROM ACTUAL PRODUCT MUSIC GROUP PRODUCTS
25. impedance balanced Impedance approx 240 Q balanced approx 120 Q unbalanced Impedance approx 2 6 KQ balanced Max output level 22 dBu Signal to noise ratio 110 dB 112 dB A weighted Distortion THD N 0 00396 A weighted Type 14 TRS connector electronically balanced Impedance approx 20 kQ balanced approx 10 kO unbalanced Gain range 10 dB to 40 dB Max input level 22 dBu 0 dB gain Stereo Inputs Type 14 TRS connector electronically balanced Impedance approx 20 kQ balanced approx 10 kO unbalanced Max input level 22 dBu Type 14 TRS connector Tip Send Ring Return Auxiliary Inputs Type XLR connectors balanced Impedance approx 240 Q balanced approx 120 Q unbalanced Max output level 4 28 dBu balanced 22 dBu unbalanced Type 14 TRS connector impedance balanced Impedance approx 240 Q balanced approx 120 Q unbalanced Max output level 22 dBu CD Tape Out Type RCA connectors unbalanced Impedance approx 1 kQ Max output level 22 dBu Type 14 TRS connector CD TAPE IN Max output level 19 dBu 150 Q 316 mW Type RCA connectors unbalanced eR x CHE Max input level 22 dBu Type 14 TRS connector balanced Impedance approx 20 kQ balanced approx 10 kO unbalanced Max input level 22 dBu behringer com Low
26. io connections ussessenssesseesssnnssennsssunsssunsssunseen 13 5 SPECIFICATIONS 5 isaccesscestssecescsccscasvccessonssesgesaseoecenesecesces 14 Thank you Congratulations In purchasing our EURORACK PRO RX1202FX you have acquired a mixing console whose small size belies its incredible versatility and audio performance behringer com 3 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual Important Safety Instructions EN CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE D ELECTROCUTION A NE PAS OUVRIR Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock Use only high quality professional speaker cables with Ya TS or twist locking plugs pre installed All other installation or modification should be performed only by qualified personnel This symbol wherever it appears alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock This symbol wherever it appears alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature Please read the manual Caution 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 qualified personnel Caution To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture
27. is routed directly to the main mix bus and is then mixed with the dry signal It is also possible to route the effects signal as mono by using the L connector You can also use the AUX RETURN connectors as additional stereo input channels although in this case there are no possibilities to control the level timbre and panning 2 4 Main section EURORACK PRO RHI202FH PREMIUM 12 INPUT MIC LINE RACK MIXER WITH XENYX MIC PREAMPLIRERS BRITISH EG S AND 24 BIT MULTHFX PROCESSOR VISIBLE ert en 100 PRESETS Ge RS HALL 00 09 HE 0 gt ROOM 10 19 E I m PLATE 20 29 LEER GATED REV 30 39 o T Fx TO ba EARLY REF 40 49 E3 CAD TO EN 24 5 DELAY 50 59 CHORUS 60 69 PHASE PITCH 70 79 MULTI 80 99 DJ A BET 25 In t CONTROL ROOM 20 O PHONES T M MAX FX CTRL MAIN MIX Fig 2 4 Control elements of the main section 48 V The red 48 V LED lights up when the phantom power supply is switched on Phantom powering is necessary to use condenser microphones and is activated with the PHANTOM ON switch found on the backside Connect microphones before you switch on the phantom power supply Please do not connect microphones to the mixer or the stagebox wallbox while the phantom power supply is switched on In addition the monitor PA loudspeakers should be muted before you activate the phantom power supply After switching on wait approx one minute to
28. o inputs and outputs microphone signals need to be pre amplified prior to being recorded and the quality of microphone sound is often worked on recording and playback signals must be routed to the appropriate connectors or integrated into the mix the volume of headphones and studio monitors needs to be adjusted and so on The well equipped main section of the RX1202FX is extremely useful in this case Cabling Connect your sound sources to the mic or line inputs of the mixer Join your master machine DAT MD recorder to the main outputs Your monitor speaker is connected to the CTRL OUT connector the headphones to the PHONES output Now attach the CD TAPE outputs with the inputs of the sound card of your Digital Audio Workstation DAW Hook up the outputs of the computer s soundcard to the CD TAPE inputs Connect a headphone amplifier to the MON connector to be able to provide performing musicians with a monitoring signal behringer com Mini Amp Amp 800 Electric Guitar Record and playback The recording signal is preamplified in a mixer s channel processed with the EQ and routed back to the main bus Determine the recording level with the LEVEL fader The entire level to the computer is adjusted with the MAIN MIX fader To ensure that the signal is really being recorded you should not listen in to the main mix signal i e the output signal ofthe console prior to recording ofthe phones or control room bus Instead lis
29. ops FX TO MAIN By using the FX TO MAIN controller the effects signal is sent to the main mix No effects signal is to be heard in the summed signal of the mixer when the controller is positioned entirely to the left Choose this position if you want to use an external effects device for the FX output An overview of all the multieffect processor s presets are to be found in the appendix behringer com 2 6 Voltage supply phantom power supply and fuse FUSE HOLDER IEC MAINS RECEPTACLE The mains connection is made via a cable with an IEC mains connector and meets the required safety standards An appropriate mains cable is supplied with the equipment Blown fuses must only be replaced by fuses of the same type and rating Fig 2 6 Voltage supply and fuse POWER switch Use the POWER switch to turn on the mixing console The POWER switch should always be in the Off position when you are about to connect your unit to the mains To disconnect the unit from the mains pull out the main cord plug When installing the product ensure that the plug is easily accessible If mounting in a rack ensure that the mains can be easily disconnected by a plug pull or by an all pole disconnect switch on or near the rack Attention The POWER switch does not fully disconnect the unit from the mains Unplug the power cord completely when the unit is not used for prolonged periods of time P
30. r full range loudspeakers with passive crossovers If you wish to use multi way loudspeaker systems without an integrated crossover you have to use an active crossover and several power amplifiers Often limiters are already built into active crossovers e g BEHRINGER SUPER X PRO CX2310 and ULTRADRIVE PRO DCX2496 Active crossovers are implemented directly before the power amplifier and they divide the frequency range into several segments that are first amplified in the amplifiers and then passed on to the corresponding loudspeakers Recording For mastering using a stereo compressor such as the COMPOSER PRO XL MDX2600 can be recommended Use it to custom tailor the dynamic characteristics of your signal to the dynamic range of the recording equipment you are using The signal is in this case passed on from the compressor into the recorder CTRL OUT The CTRL OUT connectors are used for controlling the summed signal effects mix and main mix as well as for individual signals over studio monitor speakers By using the PHONES CONTROL ROOM controller in the main section you can control the level of both outputs CD TAPE IN The CD TAPE INs are used to bring an external signal source e g CD player tape deck etc into the console They can also be used as a standard stereo line input so the output of a second EURORACK or BEHRINGER ULTRALINK PRO MX882 can be connected Alternatively the line or tape output of a hi fi amplifier wi
31. rchase 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 Fig 2 1 Connectors and controls on the mono channels MIC Each mono input channel offers a balanced microphone input via the XLR connector and also features a switchable 4 48 V phantom power supply for condenser microphones Please mute your playback system before you activate the phantom power supply to prevent switch on thumps being directed to your loudspeakers Please also note the instructions in chapter 2 4 Main section 7 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual LINE IN Each mono input also features a balanced line input on a connector Unbalanced devices mono connectors can also be connected to these inputs Please remember that you can only use either the microphone or the line input of a channel at any one time You can never use both simultaneously INSERT The INSERT connector is input and output at the same time This allows you to insert external signal processors compressors gate etc in the channel The signal retrieval occurs after the TRIM and is practically a diversion of the signal The input signal of the connected signal processor i
32. re susceptible to interference Therefore mic signal voltage is amplified directly at the mixer input to a higher signal level that is less prone to interference This higher interference safe signal level has to be achieved through amplification using an amplifier of the highest quality in order to amplify the signal and add as little noise to it as possible The IMP Invisible Mic Preamp performs this role beautifully leaving no traces of noise or sound coloration Interference that could take place at the preamplification level could affect signal quality and purity and would then be passed on to all other devices resulting in inaccurate sounding program during recording or playback Level setting Signals fed into the mixer using a DI box Direct Injection or the output of a sound card or a keyboard often have to be adjusted to the operating level of your mixing console Frequency response correction Using the equalizers found in each channel strip you can simply quickly and effectively adjust the way a signal sounds Signal distribution Individual processed signals from the channel strips are compiled on busses and are fed into the main section for further processing Connections for recording equipment power amplifiers headphones as well as CD tape connectors are available here The mix is sent to the internal FX processors or external effects processors via aux sends and returns Similarly a mix can be created for t
33. rence that may cause undesired operation Important information Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by MUSIC Group can void the user s authority to use the equipment behringer com We Hear You EN behringer com behringer
34. s diverted processed and led back to the channel for further processing TRIM Use the TRIM control to adjust the input gain This control should always be turned fully counterclockwise whenever you connect or disconnect a signal source to one of the inputs The scale has 2 different value ranges the first value range 10 to 60 dB refers to the MIC input and shows the amplification for the signals fed in there The second value range 10 to 40 dBu refers to the line input and shows its sensitivity The settings for equipment with standard line level signals 10 dBV or 4 dBu look like this While the TRIM control is turned all the way down connect your equipment Set the TRIM control to the external devices standard output level If that unit has an output signal level display it should show 0 dB during signal peaks For 4 dBu turn up TRIM slightly for 10 dBV a bit more Tweaking is done using the CLIP LED HIGH LOW All mono input channels include a 3 band equalizer All bands provide boost or cut of up to 15 dB In the central position the equalizer is inactive The upper HIGH and the lower band LOW are shelving filters that increase or decrease all frequencies above or below their cut off frequency The cut off frequencies of the upper and lower band are 12 kHz and 80 Hz respectively MON FX FX send buses or AUX send buses enable you to extract signals from one or more channels and collect these on a bus You
35. t in any way that does not comply with the technical or safety regulations applicable in the country where the product is used e damage defects caused by acts of God Nature accident fire flood etc or any other condition that is beyond the control of MUSIC Group Any repair or opening ofthe unit carried out by unauthorized personnel user included will void the limited warranty If an inspection of the product by MUSIC Group shows that the defect in question is not covered by the limited warranty the inspection costs are payable by the customer 3 Products which do not meet the terms of this limited warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyer s expense MUSIC Group or its authorized service center will inform the buyer of any such circumstance If the buyer fails to submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after notification MUSIC Group will return the unit C 0 D with a separate invoice for freight and packing Such costs will also be invoiced separately when the buyer has sent in a written repair order MUSIC Group Authorized Resellers do not sell new products directly in online auctions Purchases made through an online auction are on a buyer beware basis Online auction confirmations or sales receipts are not accepted for warranty verification and MUSIC Group will not repair or replace any product purchased through an online auction 5 Warranty transferability This limited warranty is extended exclusiv
36. ten in to the returned signal ofthe soundcard that is connected to the CD TAPE inputs in which case you have a kind of read after write control In this case press the CD TAPE TO CTRL Switch and adjust the volume level with the PHONES CONTROL ROOM controller This way you can record further tracks to an existing playback so called overdubs In the process use the Direct Monitoring function of your DAW Digital Audio Workstation Determine the amount of the input signals keyboard guitar sound module and microphone in the mono and stereo channels that are to be sent to the MON output by using the MON controller of the corresponding channel With this application the CD TAPE TO MIX switch should not be pressed otherwise the playback signal from the sound card output would be routed back to the computer and would be added to the recording This would not only be undesirable it would also create a feedback loop 12 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual EN 3 2 Live sound VP1520 Keyboard A SR Electric Guitar N m VIRTUE VT250FX a ees ee WA so Drum Machine UIN 2 O EP2000 d eooo ojoo oo ojoo o oR COMPOSER PRO XL MDX2600 y HPS3000 EURORACK PRO cm ZZ MODEL RX1202FX M
37. th source selection switch could also be hooked up here allowing you to easily listen to additional sources e g cassette recorder minidisk player sound card etc CD TAPE OUT These connections are laid out as RCA connectors and are wired parallel to MAIN OUT Connect the inputs of a computer sound card or a recorder here The output signal level is set up using the highly accurate MAIN MIX fader AUX SENDS The FX connector routes the signal which you have extracted from the individual channels by using the FX controller the MON plug does the same to the signal that has been extracted by using the MON controller Connect the input of an external effects processor to the FX plug with which you want to modify the signal sum of the FX bus Then route the effects signal back to the mixer over the AUX RETURN connectors With the MON outputs you can connect an amplifier headphones amplifier for the musicians to monitor 9 EURORACK PRO RX1202FX User Manual When the connected effects device does not receive an input signal none of the FX controllers are probably turned up which also applies to the integrated effects processor Adjust your external effects processor to 100 wet effects signal only because the effects signal is added to the main mix along with the dry channel signals AUX RETURN You can connect the outputs ofan external effects device to the AUX RETURN connectors In this case the effects signal
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