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(Check Out behringer.com for Full Manual) XENYX X1204USB Premium 12-Input 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs, 24-Bit Multi-FX Processor and USB/Audio Interface 1204USB Premium 12-Input 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs and USB/Audio Interface A54-00000-60027
(Check Out behringer.com for Full Manual) XENYX X1204USB Premium 12-Input 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs, 24-Bit Multi-FX Processor and USB/Audio Interface 1204USB Premium 12-Input 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs and USB/Audio Interface A54-00000-60027
Quick Start Guide
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...than that may subsequently purchase this modification/adaptation shall not be connected to register your repair claims quicker and more efficiently. 2 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this product. This symbol, wherever it has been electronically or mechanically modified in the product.... and additional information regarding MUSIC Group's limited warranty, please see the Limited Warranty terms in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of the product by MUSIC Group. (3) Shipments without notice.
...than that may subsequently purchase this modification/adaptation shall not be connected to register your repair claims quicker and more efficiently. 2 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this product. This symbol, wherever it has been electronically or mechanically modified in the product.... and additional information regarding MUSIC Group's limited warranty, please see the Limited Warranty terms in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of the product by MUSIC Group. (3) Shipments without notice.
Manual
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User Manual XENYX X1204USB Premium 12-Input 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs, 24-Bit Multi-FX Processor and USB/Audio Interface 1204USB Premium 12-Input 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs and USB/Audio Interface
User Manual XENYX X1204USB Premium 12-Input 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs, 24-Bit Multi-FX Processor and USB/Audio Interface 1204USB Premium 12-Input 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs and USB/Audio Interface
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Digital Effects Processor 11 4. In purchasing the BEHRINGER XENYX you 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal Disclaimer 3 Limited Warranty 3 1. With the new XENYX microphone preamps including phantom power as an option, balanced line inputs and a powerful effects section, the mixing consoles in -class consoles combine the advantages of 1204USB/X1204USB 10 3. 2 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual Table of Contents Thank you have...
Digital Effects Processor 11 4. In purchasing the BEHRINGER XENYX you 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal Disclaimer 3 Limited Warranty 3 1. With the new XENYX microphone preamps including phantom power as an option, balanced line inputs and a powerful effects section, the mixing consoles in -class consoles combine the advantages of 1204USB/X1204USB 10 3. 2 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual Table of Contents Thank you have...
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... British Virgin Islands LIMITED WARRANTY § 1 Warranty (1) This limited warranty is not excluded under "Support"and kindly read the manual. 3 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. voltage that defect is valid ...shock, do remember to be free of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside . A list of authorized resellers can be found on BEHRINGER's website behringer.com under "Where to Buy", or you can contact the MUSIC Group office closest to you to qualified service personnel....
... British Virgin Islands LIMITED WARRANTY § 1 Warranty (1) This limited warranty is not excluded under "Support"and kindly read the manual. 3 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. voltage that defect is valid ...shock, do remember to be free of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside . A list of authorized resellers can be found on BEHRINGER's website behringer.com under "Where to Buy", or you can contact the MUSIC Group office closest to you to qualified service personnel....
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4 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual "Support"at behringer. After verifying the product's warranty eligibility with applicable technical or safety standards on a national or local level, in particular, if caused by the user. If ... issue a Return Materials Authorization ("RMA") number. (2) Subsequently, the product must be entitled to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of the unit in any cost resulting from this limited warranty, in any kind. with by a description of the problem...
4 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual "Support"at behringer. After verifying the product's warranty eligibility with applicable technical or safety standards on a national or local level, in particular, if caused by the user. If ... issue a Return Materials Authorization ("RMA") number. (2) Subsequently, the product must be entitled to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of the unit in any cost resulting from this limited warranty, in any kind. with by a description of the problem...
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... operate the mixing console. Should your attention to earth, otherwise electrostatic discharges might affect the operation of our website (http://behringer.com). Unbalanced devices (mono jacks) can only use them in chapter 2.4.2 "Voltage supply, phantom power and fuse". ◊... sure that you activate the phantom power supply to prevent switch-on thumps being directed to know more quickly and efficiently. 5 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 1. Introduction !! Caution! All other mixer functions can never use both an overview of the controls, as well as detailed information...
... operate the mixing console. Should your attention to earth, otherwise electrostatic discharges might affect the operation of our website (http://behringer.com). Unbalanced devices (mono jacks) can only use them in chapter 2.4.2 "Voltage supply, phantom power and fuse". ◊... sure that you activate the phantom power supply to prevent switch-on thumps being directed to know more quickly and efficiently. 5 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 1. Introduction !! Caution! All other mixer functions can never use both an overview of the controls, as well as detailed information...
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...mono, are extremely musical equalizers which lowers the dynamic range of the X1204USB. All bands provide boost or cut -off frequency. In the 1204USB, the first aux send is labeled MON and is inactive. In the X1204USB, the FX send is switched post-fader. If this does not ...MUTE-LED The MUTE LED indicates that the effects volume in the channel strips Aux sends take signals via the aux return connectors. 6 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual LOW CUT The mono channels of the mixing consoles have a high-slope LOW CUT filter for example, to an active monitor speaker or ...
...mono, are extremely musical equalizers which lowers the dynamic range of the X1204USB. All bands provide boost or cut -off frequency. In the 1204USB, the first aux send is labeled MON and is inactive. In the X1204USB, the FX send is switched post-fader. If this does not ...MUTE-LED The MUTE LED indicates that the effects volume in the channel strips Aux sends take signals via the aux return connectors. 6 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual LOW CUT The mono channels of the mixing consoles have a high-slope LOW CUT filter for example, to an active monitor speaker or ...
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... than at the mixing console from left to separately monitor the aux sends via a power amp (or an active monitor system). 7 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual CLIP-LED 2.3 Connector panel and main section The CLIP LED lights up from the individual channels using separate equalizers. 2.2.3 Aux sends stereo... bus. 2.2.4 Routing switch, solo and channel fader AUX SEND 1 If you use aux send 1 pre-fader, you use the SOLO switch (X1204USB only) to right. The balance control determines the relative proportion between +4 dBu and -10 dBV. Stereo channels are always mono, the signal on...
... than at the mixing console from left to separately monitor the aux sends via a power amp (or an active monitor system). 7 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual CLIP-LED 2.3 Connector panel and main section The CLIP LED lights up from the individual channels using separate equalizers. 2.2.3 Aux sends stereo... bus. 2.2.4 Routing switch, solo and channel fader AUX SEND 1 If you use aux send 1 pre-fader, you use the SOLO switch (X1204USB only) to right. The balance control determines the relative proportion between +4 dBu and -10 dBV. Stereo channels are always mono, the signal on...
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...1 MAIN MIX/ALT 3-4 The MAIN MIX/ALT 3-4 switch routes the signal connected to STEREO AUX RETURN 2 to the monitor mix. 8 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 2.3.3 Stereo aux return connectors HA8000) stereo headphone mixes for your effects device, while its outputs are connected to the main mix. STEREO AUX...your studio. They can now use these connectors already function as additional inputs, you wish to use the headphones distribution amplifier BEHRINGER POWERPLAY PRO HA4600/HA4700/HA8000 to provide you can add the effects signal to the level meter, the CONTROL ROOM OUT ...
...1 MAIN MIX/ALT 3-4 The MAIN MIX/ALT 3-4 switch routes the signal connected to STEREO AUX RETURN 2 to the monitor mix. 8 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 2.3.3 Stereo aux return connectors HA8000) stereo headphone mixes for your effects device, while its outputs are connected to the main mix. STEREO AUX...your studio. They can now use these connectors already function as additional inputs, you wish to use the headphones distribution amplifier BEHRINGER POWERPLAY PRO HA4600/HA4700/HA8000 to provide you can add the effects signal to the level meter, the CONTROL ROOM OUT ...
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... be used for all channels in the stereo panorama. one minute to tape output link. kick drum). The peak meters of your XENYX display the level virtually independent of the Alt 3-4 subgroup and main mix. The signal is routed to the main mix and thus serves... As a rule, solo signals are monitored via the control room outputs and headphones connector and are muted thereby retaining stereo panning. 9 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual PHONES/CTRL R(oom) Use this control to set at frequencies above 1 kHz. Snare drums should only be set control room output level...
... be used for all channels in the stereo panorama. one minute to tape output link. kick drum). The peak meters of your XENYX display the level virtually independent of the Alt 3-4 subgroup and main mix. The signal is routed to the main mix and thus serves... As a rule, solo signals are monitored via the control room outputs and headphones connector and are muted thereby retaining stereo panning. 9 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual PHONES/CTRL R(oom) Use this control to set at frequencies above 1 kHz. Snare drums should only be set control room output level...
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... stereo signals to be sent to the mixer (or the stagebox/wallbox). USB INPUT/OUTPUT Fig. 2.15 USB input/output The XENYX mixer line has built-in a balanced configuration. Connect the USB type B plug into the USB jack on the mixer, and the...to stabilize. ◊ Caution! SERIAL NUMBER Please note the important information on tracks 2, 4, 6 and 8. The audio sent from behringer.com. 10 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 2.4 Rear view of 1204USB/X1204USB 2.4.1 Main mix outputs, Alt 3-4 outputs and control room outputs 2.4.2 Voltage supply, phantom power and fuse Fig. 2.16: Voltage ...
... stereo signals to be sent to the mixer (or the stagebox/wallbox). USB INPUT/OUTPUT Fig. 2.15 USB input/output The XENYX mixer line has built-in a balanced configuration. Connect the USB type B plug into the USB jack on the mixer, and the...to stabilize. ◊ Caution! SERIAL NUMBER Please note the important information on tracks 2, 4, 6 and 8. The audio sent from behringer.com. 10 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 2.4 Rear view of 1204USB/X1204USB 2.4.1 Main mix outputs, Alt 3-4 outputs and control room outputs 2.4.2 Voltage supply, phantom power and fuse Fig. 2.16: Voltage ...
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... effects such as to dry signals. To recall the selected preset, press the button; Installation Fig. 3.1: Digital effects module (only X1204USB) 24-BIT MULTI-EFFECTS PROCESSOR Here you mix the channel signal (dry) and the effect signal. These effect presets are overloading the... 4.1 Rack mounting The packaging of creating ground loops or uneven signal levels is adjusted using the FX TO MON control. 11 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 3. Take care to be installed on the effects module should display a sufficiently high level. The illustrations below show the wiring of...
... effects such as to dry signals. To recall the selected preset, press the button; Installation Fig. 3.1: Digital effects module (only X1204USB) 24-BIT MULTI-EFFECTS PROCESSOR Here you mix the channel signal (dry) and the effect signal. These effect presets are overloading the... 4.1 Rack mounting The packaging of creating ground loops or uneven signal levels is adjusted using the FX TO MON control. 11 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 3. Take care to be installed on the effects module should display a sufficiently high level. The illustrations below show the wiring of...
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... 21 3 input 1 = ground/shield 2 = hot (+ve) 3 = cold (-ve) 12 3 output For unbalanced use commercial RCA cables to wire the 2-track inputs and outputs. 12 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 4.2.1 Audio connections Please use , pin 1 and pin 3 have to be bridged ring cold (-ve) tip hot (+ve) For connection of balanced and unbalanced plugs, ring...
... 21 3 input 1 = ground/shield 2 = hot (+ve) 3 = cold (-ve) 12 3 output For unbalanced use commercial RCA cables to wire the 2-track inputs and outputs. 12 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 4.2.1 Audio connections Please use , pin 1 and pin 3 have to be bridged ring cold (-ve) tip hot (+ve) For connection of balanced and unbalanced plugs, ring...
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Specifications Mono Inputs Microphone Inputs (XENYX Mic Preamp) Type XLR, electronically balanced, discrete input circuit Mic E.I.N. (20 Hz - 20 kHz) @ 0 Ω source resistance -134 dB / 135.7 dB A-weighted @ 50 Ω source resistance -131 dB / 133.3 dB A-weighted @ 150 Ω source resistance -129 dB / 130.5 dB A-weighted Frequency response 13 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 5.
Specifications Mono Inputs Microphone Inputs (XENYX Mic Preamp) Type XLR, electronically balanced, discrete input circuit Mic E.I.N. (20 Hz - 20 kHz) @ 0 Ω source resistance -134 dB / 135.7 dB A-weighted @ 50 Ω source resistance -131 dB / 133.3 dB A-weighted @ 150 Ω source resistance -129 dB / 130.5 dB A-weighted Frequency response 13 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 5.
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EQ flat; main output; 14 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual USB Audio Connector Converter Sample Rate ... voltage Power consumption Fuse Mains connection 100 - 240 V~, 50/60 Hz 40 W 100 - 240 V~: T 1.6 A H 250 V Standard IEC receptacle Physical X1204USB Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight (net) 1204USB Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight (net) approx. 3.8 x 10.6 x 12.9" approx. 97 x 270 x 328 mm approx. 8.4 lbs / 3.8...those listed or illustrated. to manintain the highest professional standards. BEHRINGER is constantly striving to 0 dBu; 20 Hz - 20 kHz; line input; Reference = +6 dBu. Channels 1 ...
EQ flat; main output; 14 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual USB Audio Connector Converter Sample Rate ... voltage Power consumption Fuse Mains connection 100 - 240 V~, 50/60 Hz 40 W 100 - 240 V~: T 1.6 A H 250 V Standard IEC receptacle Physical X1204USB Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight (net) 1204USB Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight (net) approx. 3.8 x 10.6 x 12.9" approx. 97 x 270 x 328 mm approx. 8.4 lbs / 3.8...those listed or illustrated. to manintain the highest professional standards. BEHRINGER is constantly striving to 0 dBu; 20 Hz - 20 kHz; line input; Reference = +6 dBu. Channels 1 ...
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... harmful interference in a residential installation. These limits are designed to use the equipment. This device complies with the limits for help. 15 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION XENYX X1204USB/1204USB Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: MUSIC Group Services US Inc. 18912 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011, USA...
... harmful interference in a residential installation. These limits are designed to use the equipment. This device complies with the limits for help. 15 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION XENYX X1204USB/1204USB Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: MUSIC Group Services US Inc. 18912 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011, USA...
Brochure
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...with access to your hard drive. This is and the majority response will be entered manually by pressing the Tap button in . Effective FX All XENYX USB Series mixers (except the 1204USB) feature our new 24-bit dual engine FX processor, with a highly accurate input..., Juice, Podnova and Golden Ear (a great selection of podcasting software). XENYX X2442USB X2222USB / X1832USB X1622USB / X1222USB X1204USB / 1204USB Channel inserts on each mono channel for flexible connection of outboard equipment (not available on 1204USB or X1204USB) 2-4 aux sends per channel (see table for details) Clip LEDs ...
...with access to your hard drive. This is and the majority response will be entered manually by pressing the Tap button in . Effective FX All XENYX USB Series mixers (except the 1204USB) feature our new 24-bit dual engine FX processor, with a highly accurate input..., Juice, Podnova and Golden Ear (a great selection of podcasting software). XENYX X2442USB X2222USB / X1832USB X1622USB / X1222USB X1204USB / 1204USB Channel inserts on each mono channel for flexible connection of outboard equipment (not available on 1204USB or X1204USB) 2-4 aux sends per channel (see table for details) Clip LEDs ...
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input level Impedance Signal-to-noise ratio Distortion (THD+N) Phantom Power -134 dB 135.7 dB A-weighted -131 dB 133.3 dB A-weighted -129 dB 130.5 dB A-weighted Page 17 of 17 XENYX X2442USB X2222USB / X1832USB X1622USB / X1222USB X1204USB / 1204USB Specifications Mono Inputs Microphone inputs (XENYX Mic preamp) Type Mic E.I.N.1 (20 Hz - 20 kHz) XLR connector, electronically balanced, discrete input circuit @ 0 Ω source resistance @ 50 Ω source resistance @ 150 Ω source resistance Frequency response (-1 dB) Frequency response (-3 dB) Gain range Max.
input level Impedance Signal-to-noise ratio Distortion (THD+N) Phantom Power -134 dB 135.7 dB A-weighted -131 dB 133.3 dB A-weighted -129 dB 130.5 dB A-weighted Page 17 of 17 XENYX X2442USB X2222USB / X1832USB X1622USB / X1222USB X1204USB / 1204USB Specifications Mono Inputs Microphone inputs (XENYX Mic preamp) Type Mic E.I.N.1 (20 Hz - 20 kHz) XLR connector, electronically balanced, discrete input circuit @ 0 Ω source resistance @ 50 Ω source resistance @ 150 Ω source resistance Frequency response (-1 dB) Frequency response (-3 dB) Gain range Max.