Manual
Page 1
User Manual X2442 /X2222 / X1832 /X1622 Premium 24/22/18/16-Input 4/2, 3/2 and 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs, 24-Bit Multi-FX Processor and USB/Audio Interface
User Manual X2442 /X2222 / X1832 /X1622 Premium 24/22/18/16-Input 4/2, 3/2 and 2/2-Bus Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, British EQs, 24-Bit Multi-FX Processor and USB/Audio Interface
Manual
Page 2
...and fuse 16 6. Graphic 9-Band Equalizer (X1832USB only 14 4. Specifications 18 Thank you have acquired a mixer whose small size belies its incredible versatility and audio performance. In purchasing the BEHRINGER XENYX you Congratulations! With the addition of the ..., th xing consoles in the development of mixing console technology. 2 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual Table of Contents Thank you get started 6 2. The XENYX Series represents a milestone in the XENYX Series are optimally equipped for live and studio applications. Digital Effects Processor...
...and fuse 16 6. Graphic 9-Band Equalizer (X1832USB only 14 4. Specifications 18 Thank you have acquired a mixer whose small size belies its incredible versatility and audio performance. In purchasing the BEHRINGER XENYX you Congratulations! With the addition of the ..., th xing consoles in the development of mixing console technology. 2 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual Table of Contents Thank you get started 6 2. The XENYX Series represents a milestone in the XENYX Series are optimally equipped for live and studio applications. Digital Effects Processor...
Manual
Page 3
... Virgin Islands LIMITED WARRANTY § 1 Warranty (1) This limited warranty is used under PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT. 3 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with one wider than... IP LTD. If the product shows any servicing other installation or modification should be found on or pinched particularly at behringer.com under "Where to Buy", or you . (2) MUSIC Group* warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this...
... Virgin Islands LIMITED WARRANTY § 1 Warranty (1) This limited warranty is used under PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT. 3 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with one wider than... IP LTD. If the product shows any servicing other installation or modification should be found on or pinched particularly at behringer.com under "Where to Buy", or you . (2) MUSIC Group* warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this...
Manual
Page 4
...directly in any other written or oral communications related to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of faders, crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, guitar strings, illuminants and similar parts....conditions and additional information regarding MUSIC Group's limited warranty, please see complete details online at behringer.com BEFORE returning the product. 4 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual "Support"at the buyer's expense. If your country is not listed, please check if ...
...directly in any other written or oral communications related to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of faders, crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, guitar strings, illuminants and similar parts....conditions and additional information regarding MUSIC Group's limited warranty, please see complete details online at behringer.com BEFORE returning the product. 4 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual "Support"at the buyer's expense. If your country is not listed, please check if ...
Manual
Page 5
...are very delicate in the frequency band faders of a sound card or a keyboard, often have added another useful feature to the XENYX X1832USB: the Voice Canceller. Frequency response correction Using the equalizers found in your 24-bit/192-kHz HD recorder to the full, thereby..., output voltage is less prone to be passed on -stage musicians is amplified directly at the preamplification level could master. 5 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 1. CAUTION! ◊ We should like to draw your attention to the fact that has to be careful to set the appropriate...
...are very delicate in the frequency band faders of a sound card or a keyboard, often have added another useful feature to the XENYX X1832USB: the Voice Canceller. Frequency response correction Using the equalizers found in your 24-bit/192-kHz HD recorder to the full, thereby..., output voltage is less prone to be passed on -stage musicians is amplified directly at the preamplification level could master. 5 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 1. CAUTION! ◊ We should like to draw your attention to the fact that has to be careful to set the appropriate...
Manual
Page 6
... equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact Information). 6 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual • Mix: All other equipment in the signal path is required (e. At the end of the controls, as well as detailed information on high-temperature devices such as possible. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be listed, please contact the distributor...
... equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact Information). 6 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual • Mix: All other equipment in the signal path is required (e. At the end of the controls, as well as detailed information on high-temperature devices such as possible. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be listed, please contact the distributor...
Manual
Page 7
...clockwise to neutral. X1622USB X2442USB Fig. 2.3: Aux Send control MON and FX in chapter 5.3. ◊ Unlike the X2442USB, the X1622USB, X1832USB and X2222USB have to the 0-dB mark. The result are squashed down , connect your equipment. To route the channel signal to your monitor...with light when the effect is typically known only from 100 Hz to the line input and shows its perceived loudness. 7 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual MIC Each mono input channel offers a balanced microphone input via a control from one of the inputs. While fine-tuning, ...
...clockwise to neutral. X1622USB X2442USB Fig. 2.3: Aux Send control MON and FX in chapter 5.3. ◊ Unlike the X2442USB, the X1622USB, X1832USB and X2222USB have to the 0-dB mark. The result are squashed down , connect your equipment. To route the channel signal to your monitor...with light when the effect is typically known only from 100 Hz to the line input and shows its perceived loudness. 7 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual MIC Each mono input channel offers a balanced microphone input via a control from one of the inputs. While fine-tuning, ...
Manual
Page 8
... feature an additional XLR microphone jack with subgroups, you can use the FX OUT jack to drive an external effects device. ◊ X1622USB and X1832USB: On these consoles, the above note refers to the STEREO AUX RETURN 2 jacks as these models do not have a dedicated effect output. .... If only the left will route the signal to group output 3 only, and panning hard right will also accept unbalanced connectors. 8 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual Pre-fader/post-fader When using the built-in mono. FX The aux send marked FX offers a direct route to subgroups 3 and ...
... feature an additional XLR microphone jack with subgroups, you can use the FX OUT jack to drive an external effects device. ◊ X1622USB and X1832USB: On these consoles, the above note refers to the STEREO AUX RETURN 2 jacks as these models do not have a dedicated effect output. .... If only the left will route the signal to group output 3 only, and panning hard right will also accept unbalanced connectors. 8 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual Pre-fader/post-fader When using the built-in mono. FX The aux send marked FX offers a direct route to subgroups 3 and ...
Manual
Page 9
9 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual LOW CUT and MIC GAIN AUX SEND 1, 2 and 4 These two ... the stereo inputs on a stereo signal as two separate EQs will usually result in the mono channels. X2442USB X1832USB The remaining control elements in the stereo channels perform the same functions as the EQ in a discrepancy between +4 ... ◊ If you want to the PAN control in the channel strips is equipped with the level meters. Model X1832USB has a dedicated monitor output (MON OUT jack), cf. The console also has a dedicated master fader (MON SEND...
9 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual LOW CUT and MIC GAIN AUX SEND 1, 2 and 4 These two ... the stereo inputs on a stereo signal as two separate EQs will usually result in the mono channels. X2442USB X1832USB The remaining control elements in the stereo channels perform the same functions as the EQ in a discrepancy between +4 ... ◊ If you want to the PAN control in the channel strips is equipped with the level meters. Model X1832USB has a dedicated monitor output (MON OUT jack), cf. The console also has a dedicated master fader (MON SEND...
Manual
Page 10
...◊ You can also use the headphones distribution amplifier BEHRINGER POWERPLAY PRO HA4700/HA8000 to the MON SEND fader. 2.3.3 Stereo aux return connectors X1832USB Fig. 2.9: The aux return connectors X2442USB ◊ On the X2222USB, X1832USB and X1622USB the STEREO AUX RETURN jacks are available for... should be output via the FX OUT (X2222USB and X2442USB only). 2.3.4 The monitor section of the X1832USB One of an external effects device. 10 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual AUX SEND (FX) The AUX SEND (FX) jack carries the master aux mix (from the other...
...◊ You can also use the headphones distribution amplifier BEHRINGER POWERPLAY PRO HA4700/HA8000 to the MON SEND fader. 2.3.3 Stereo aux return connectors X1832USB Fig. 2.9: The aux return connectors X2442USB ◊ On the X2222USB, X1832USB and X1622USB the STEREO AUX RETURN jacks are available for... should be output via the FX OUT (X2222USB and X2442USB only). 2.3.4 The monitor section of the X1832USB One of an external effects device. 10 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual AUX SEND (FX) The AUX SEND (FX) jack carries the master aux mix (from the other...
Manual
Page 11
...monitor signals from the aux 1 output and return the effect signal via AUX RETURN 2 to the monitor signal. 2.3.7 XPQ Surround function (X1832USB only) STEREO AUX RETURN 4 (X2442USB only) This control behaves the same way as the other stereo aux returns. If nothing is ...the signal fed in effects module will appear. X1832USB Fig. 2.13: The FX/AUX 2 return fader of MAIN MIX / TO SUBS). 11 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual The following table shows which subgroup the signal is on. X1622USB X1832USB X2222USB X2442USB optional: External effects device receives ...
...monitor signals from the aux 1 output and return the effect signal via AUX RETURN 2 to the monitor signal. 2.3.7 XPQ Surround function (X1832USB only) STEREO AUX RETURN 4 (X2442USB only) This control behaves the same way as the other stereo aux returns. If nothing is ...the signal fed in effects module will appear. X1832USB Fig. 2.13: The FX/AUX 2 return fader of MAIN MIX / TO SUBS). 11 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual The following table shows which subgroup the signal is on. X1622USB X1832USB X2222USB X2442USB optional: External effects device receives ...
Manual
Page 12
... located. ◊ Connect the signal sources you hit the stage. CD/TAPE OUTPUT These connectors are targeted without majorly affecting the rest of a second XENYX or the BEHRINGER ULTRALINK PRO MX882 can also be adjusted via monitor speakers or headphones. 2.3.8 CD/Tape input, CD/tape output SUB 1-2 or SUB The SUB 1-2... serves as to the level meter, the CONTROL ROOM OUT outputs and the PHONES jack-this at home or at your recording device. 12 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual The XPQ surround function can be muted before you activate the phantom power supply.
... located. ◊ Connect the signal sources you hit the stage. CD/TAPE OUTPUT These connectors are targeted without majorly affecting the rest of a second XENYX or the BEHRINGER ULTRALINK PRO MX882 can also be adjusted via monitor speakers or headphones. 2.3.8 CD/Tape input, CD/tape output SUB 1-2 or SUB The SUB 1-2... serves as to the level meter, the CONTROL ROOM OUT outputs and the PHONES jack-this at home or at your recording device. 12 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual The XPQ surround function can be muted before you activate the phantom power supply.
Manual
Page 13
... th e monitor path (control room and phones). The signal routed to the PHONES connection is pressed, all aux returns, and on the X1832USB only aux return 2 can be set to the solo bus. The PFL function should be used for listening to an individual signal or to... solo signals are monitored via the control room outputs and headphones jack and are cut from channels with low-frequency signals (e.g. 13 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 2.3.11 Level Meter The high-precision level meters always give you an accurate display of the channel pan controls, the aux sends and...
... th e monitor path (control room and phones). The signal routed to the PHONES connection is pressed, all aux returns, and on the X1832USB only aux return 2 can be set to the solo bus. The PFL function should be used for listening to an individual signal or to... solo signals are monitored via the control room outputs and headphones jack and are cut from channels with low-frequency signals (e.g. 13 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 2.3.11 Level Meter The high-precision level meters always give you an accurate display of the channel pan controls, the aux sends and...
Manual
Page 14
...sufficiently high level. The display flashes with the channel fader and the STEREO AUX RETURN FX control. Graphic 9-Band Equalizer (X1832USB only) X1832USB Fig. 3.1: The graphic stereo equalizer of the current preset. Feedback is lit constantly, you can select the effect preset ...MONITOR This toggles the graphic equalizer between the two signals with the number of the X1832USB The graphic stereo equalizer allows you mix the channel signal (dry) and the effect signal. Take care to connect your foot switch correctly. 14 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 3.
...sufficiently high level. The display flashes with the channel fader and the STEREO AUX RETURN FX control. Graphic 9-Band Equalizer (X1832USB only) X1832USB Fig. 3.1: The graphic stereo equalizer of the current preset. Feedback is lit constantly, you can select the effect preset ...MONITOR This toggles the graphic equalizer between the two signals with the number of the X1832USB The graphic stereo equalizer allows you mix the channel signal (dry) and the effect signal. Take care to connect your foot switch correctly. 14 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 3.
Manual
Page 15
... phone jacks carry the main mix signal in parallel to the mixer from the mixer and a computer. The audio sent from behringer.com. Unlike reverb or other end into the USB jack on the mixer, and the other effects devices, whose signals are ...as pre-EQ direct outputs, without interrupting the signal path. There are the insert points for recording if several tracks simultaneously. 15 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 5. Rear Panel Connectors 5.3 Inserts 5.1 Main mix outputs, insert points and control room outputs X1622USB Fig. 5.3: Insert points X2442USB...
... phone jacks carry the main mix signal in parallel to the mixer from the mixer and a computer. The audio sent from behringer.com. Unlike reverb or other end into the USB jack on the mixer, and the other effects devices, whose signals are ...as pre-EQ direct outputs, without interrupting the signal path. There are the insert points for recording if several tracks simultaneously. 15 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 5. Rear Panel Connectors 5.3 Inserts 5.1 Main mix outputs, insert points and control room outputs X1622USB Fig. 5.3: Insert points X2442USB...
Manual
Page 16
... to the mains via a cable with the equipment. In case of course, also connect unbalanced devices to wire the 2-track inputs and outputs. 16 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 5.6 Voltage supply, phantom power supply and fuse All Models Fig. 5.6: Voltage supply and fuse 6. The mains connection is supplied with IEC mains connector...
... to the mains via a cable with the equipment. In case of course, also connect unbalanced devices to wire the 2-track inputs and outputs. 16 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 5.6 Voltage supply, phantom power supply and fuse All Models Fig. 5.6: Voltage supply and fuse 6. The mains connection is supplied with IEC mains connector...
Manual
Page 17
... connector strain relief clamp sleeve ring tip sleeve ground/shield ring cold (-ve) tip hot (+ve) For connection of the e ects device. 17 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual Balanced use with the output of balanced and unbalanced plugs, ring and sleeve have to be bridged at the MIC input jacks if you...
... connector strain relief clamp sleeve ring tip sleeve ground/shield ring cold (-ve) tip hot (+ve) For connection of the e ects device. 17 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual Balanced use with the output of balanced and unbalanced plugs, ring and sleeve have to be bridged at the MIC input jacks if you...
Manual
Page 18
input level Impedance Signal-to-noise ratio Distortion (THD + N) Line Input Type Impedance Gain range Max. input level XLR, electronically balanced, discrete input circuit -134 dB / 135.7 dB A-weighted -131 dB / 133.3 dB A-weighted -129 dB / 130.5 dB A-weighted Specifications Microphone Inputs (XENYX Mic Preamp) Type Mic E.I.N. (20 Hz - 20 kHz) @ 0 Ω source resistance @ 50 Ω source resistance @ 150 Ω source resistance Frequency response Gain range Max. 18 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 7.
input level Impedance Signal-to-noise ratio Distortion (THD + N) Line Input Type Impedance Gain range Max. input level XLR, electronically balanced, discrete input circuit -134 dB / 135.7 dB A-weighted -131 dB / 133.3 dB A-weighted -129 dB / 130.5 dB A-weighted Specifications Microphone Inputs (XENYX Mic Preamp) Type Mic E.I.N. (20 Hz - 20 kHz) @ 0 Ω source resistance @ 50 Ω source resistance @ 150 Ω source resistance Frequency response Gain range Max. 18 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual 7.
Manual
Page 19
...x 13.38 x 12.60" approx. 90 x 340 x 320 mm Weight (Net) X2442USB approx. 6.35 kg X2222USB approx. 5.09 kg X1832USB approx. 4.94 kg X1622USB approx. 4.18 kg Measuring conditions: 1: 1 kHz rel. Specifications and appearance may be made from those listed or liiustrated... possible. line input; EQ flat; Reference = +6 dBu. to manintain the highest professional standards. BEHRINGER is constantly striving to 0 dBu; 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 19 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual Main Mix System Data2 Noise Main mix @ -∞, Channel fader @ -∞ -101 dB ...
...x 13.38 x 12.60" approx. 90 x 340 x 320 mm Weight (Net) X2442USB approx. 6.35 kg X2222USB approx. 5.09 kg X1832USB approx. 4.94 kg X1622USB approx. 4.18 kg Measuring conditions: 1: 1 kHz rel. Specifications and appearance may be made from those listed or liiustrated... possible. line input; EQ flat; Reference = +6 dBu. to manintain the highest professional standards. BEHRINGER is constantly striving to 0 dBu; 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 19 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual Main Mix System Data2 Noise Main mix @ -∞, Channel fader @ -∞ -101 dB ...
Manual
Page 20
.... Important information: Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by one or more of the FCC rules. 20 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/ X1832USB/X1622USB Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: MUSIC Group Services US Inc. 18912 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell...
.... Important information: Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by one or more of the FCC rules. 20 XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/ X1832USB/X1622USB Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: MUSIC Group Services US Inc. 18912 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell...