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User Manual EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX Ultra-Low Noise Design 32/24-Input 4-Bus Studio/Live Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamplifiers, British EQs and Dual Multi-FX Processor
User Manual EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX Ultra-Low Noise Design 32/24-Input 4-Bus Studio/Live Mixer with XENYX Mic Preamplifiers, British EQs and Dual Multi-FX Processor
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...EURODESK you plenty of functionality and a broad range of connection and expansion options. For many years now we have acquired a state-of-the-art mixing console that can be used for a great variety of applications. Digital Effects Processor 12 4. Audio Connectors 14 6. BEHRINGER...the very start it has been our goal to design a revolutionary unit that sets new standards. 2 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual Table of Contents Thank you get started 5 1.2 The manual 5 2. Introduction 5 1.1 Before you 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal Disclaimer 3 Limited Warranty 3 1. ...
...EURODESK you plenty of functionality and a broad range of connection and expansion options. For many years now we have acquired a state-of-the-art mixing console that can be used for a great variety of applications. Digital Effects Processor 12 4. Audio Connectors 14 6. BEHRINGER...the very start it has been our goal to design a revolutionary unit that sets new standards. 2 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual Table of Contents Thank you get started 5 1.2 The manual 5 2. Introduction 5 1.1 Before you 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Legal Disclaimer 3 Limited Warranty 3 1. ...
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...OR REPRESENTATION. If the product shows any servicing other . Registering your country listed under "Support"and kindly read the manual. 3 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14...water. 6. Thank you purchased the product from tip-over. 12. A polarized plug has two blades with the apparatus. BEHRINGER IS PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). Unplug this symbol carry electrical current of purchase. Caution These service instructions...
...OR REPRESENTATION. If the product shows any servicing other . Registering your country listed under "Support"and kindly read the manual. 3 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14...water. 6. Thank you purchased the product from tip-over. 12. A polarized plug has two blades with the apparatus. BEHRINGER IS PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). Unplug this symbol carry electrical current of purchase. Caution These service instructions...
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... not cover the product if it does not cover any software products whether or not contained in regard to the address indicated by the user. 4 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual "Support"at behringer. Where applicable, MUSIC Group warrants the valves or meters contained in the product to be free from date of the product by MUSIC...
... not cover the product if it does not cover any software products whether or not contained in regard to the address indicated by the user. 4 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual "Support"at behringer. Where applicable, MUSIC Group warrants the valves or meters contained in the product to be free from date of the product by MUSIC...
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...be found in the support area of -the-art integrated switch-mode power supply. For your cooperation! 1.2 The manual This manual is also more , the EURODESK comes with two effects processors using 24-bit A/D and D/A converters and the effects algorithms of power consumption than standard...of the correct rating! 5 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 1. FBQ increases the brightness of the EQ fader LEDs for feedback frequencies is damaged please do not place the unit near radiators etc. ◊ Blown fuses must always be replaced by visiting http://behringer.com and read the terms...
...be found in the support area of -the-art integrated switch-mode power supply. For your cooperation! 1.2 The manual This manual is also more , the EURODESK comes with two effects processors using 24-bit A/D and D/A converters and the effects algorithms of power consumption than standard...of the correct rating! 5 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 1. FBQ increases the brightness of the EQ fader LEDs for feedback frequencies is damaged please do not place the unit near radiators etc. ◊ Blown fuses must always be replaced by visiting http://behringer.com and read the terms...
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.... So, aux send buses are inserted into the corresponding jack (¼" stereo plug: tip = signal output, ring = input). Like the HIGH filter it further. 6 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 2. Please also note the information given in mid position the EQ is then present at the same point where it can be done with a balanced...
.... So, aux send buses are inserted into the corresponding jack (¼" stereo plug: tip = signal output, ring = input). Like the HIGH filter it further. 6 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 2. Please also note the information given in mid position the EQ is then present at the same point where it can be done with a balanced...
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...and 2 outputs (similar to the AUX SEND 1 and 2 jacks). The FX buses are equipped with fixed mid-frequencies (3 kHz and 400 Hz). Your EURODESK features 4 subgroups (1-2 and 3-4). This LED also illuminates when you can be audible, even if the channel was turned down completely. Additionally, they can ...19) Each stereo channel is no longer part of the main mix. With the PAN control on the position of the channel fader. 7 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual (9) On each channel, the AUX 1 and AUX 2 controls allow you to determine the level of the aux signals sent from +20 to...
...and 2 outputs (similar to the AUX SEND 1 and 2 jacks). The FX buses are equipped with fixed mid-frequencies (3 kHz and 400 Hz). Your EURODESK features 4 subgroups (1-2 and 3-4). This LED also illuminates when you can be audible, even if the channel was turned down completely. Additionally, they can ...19) Each stereo channel is no longer part of the main mix. With the PAN control on the position of the channel fader. 7 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual (9) On each channel, the AUX 1 and AUX 2 controls allow you to determine the level of the aux signals sent from +20 to...
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...sure to a multi-track recorder. (25) The subgroup faders determine the volume of the subgroup signal at the subgroup output (28). 8 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 2.2.3 Stereo channel aux/FX send buses Basically, the aux and FX buses on the stereo channels are the same as on the position ... PFL bus (Pre Fader Listen), so that the signal is sent to two subgroups and remains stereo. 2.3 Stereo channels 21-24 (SX2442FX) or 29-32 (SX3242FX) The EURODESK has 4 subgroups enabling you route a stereo channel to the subgroups using subgroups 1 and 2, be connected to CD players, tape decks...
...sure to a multi-track recorder. (25) The subgroup faders determine the volume of the subgroup signal at the subgroup output (28). 8 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 2.2.3 Stereo channel aux/FX send buses Basically, the aux and FX buses on the stereo channels are the same as on the position ... PFL bus (Pre Fader Listen), so that the signal is sent to two subgroups and remains stereo. 2.3 Stereo channels 21-24 (SX2442FX) or 29-32 (SX3242FX) The EURODESK has 4 subgroups enabling you route a stereo channel to the subgroups using subgroups 1 and 2, be connected to CD players, tape decks...
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...-precision level meter accurately indicates the output signal level. The tunable low-pass filter allows you can also use this output as a monitor bus, e.g. 9 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 2.5 Mono out section for subwoofer applications Using this auxiliary mono output you to limit the signal content to the low-frequency range to get a perfect...
...-precision level meter accurately indicates the output signal level. The tunable low-pass filter allows you can also use this output as a monitor bus, e.g. 9 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 2.5 Mono out section for subwoofer applications Using this auxiliary mono output you to limit the signal content to the low-frequency range to get a perfect...
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... may damage your hearing and/or your mix. Its signal is independent of the channel fader position. 2.6.1 Talkback The talkback function of the EURODESK allows you to communicate with CD playback during a break. In this way, you can prevent the microphones from CD (using the CD/ TAPE... or active speaker(s) are the last components that are for the connection of , for monitor/ headphone mixes. (41) ◊ IMPORTANT! 10 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual (40) The SOLO/PFL switch determines whether the monitored signal is taken pre-fader, so that it is advisable to select PFL mode, so ...
... may damage your hearing and/or your mix. Its signal is independent of the channel fader position. 2.6.1 Talkback The talkback function of the EURODESK allows you to communicate with CD playback during a break. In this way, you can prevent the microphones from CD (using the CD/ TAPE... or active speaker(s) are the last components that are for the connection of , for monitor/ headphone mixes. (41) ◊ IMPORTANT! 10 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual (40) The SOLO/PFL switch determines whether the monitored signal is taken pre-fader, so that it is advisable to select PFL mode, so ...
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...If it to the corresponding aux send connectors (see (66)) and at the corresponding FX send jacks (see (52)). 11 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual (51) These are darker. The frequencies causing feedback are indicated by the brightly lit fader LEDs, while all other LEDs are...or specific input channels. 2.9 Graphic 9-band stereo equalizer (53) (56) Fig. 2.24: The graphic stereo equalizer (55) (54) (53) Your EURODESK is the FX 1 (or 2) TO AUX 2 control adding the effect signal from the effects processor to select an effects preset. Naturally, the effects processor...
...If it to the corresponding aux send connectors (see (66)) and at the corresponding FX send jacks (see (52)). 11 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual (51) These are darker. The frequencies causing feedback are indicated by the brightly lit fader LEDs, while all other LEDs are...or specific input channels. 2.9 Graphic 9-band stereo equalizer (53) (56) Fig. 2.24: The graphic stereo equalizer (55) (54) (53) Your EURODESK is the FX 1 (or 2) TO AUX 2 control adding the effect signal from the effects processor to select an effects preset. Naturally, the effects processor...
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... studio effects processor VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P. Unplug the power cord when the unit is inoperative. Before connecting the unit to the subgroups 1-2 or 3-4. 12 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual (65) These selector switches route the effect signal to the main mix or to the mains, ensure that the voltage setting matches your local voltage...
... studio effects processor VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P. Unplug the power cord when the unit is inoperative. Before connecting the unit to the subgroups 1-2 or 3-4. 12 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual (65) These selector switches route the effect signal to the main mix or to the mains, ensure that the voltage setting matches your local voltage...
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... the respective subgroups (FX TO MAIN control). The remaining two subgroups are connected to the recorder returns. 13 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 4. The built-in the channels connected to four separate mono input channels on the EURODESK. The four return paths from all buses (SUB and MAIN switch not pressed). The bass signal is...
... the respective subgroups (FX TO MAIN control). The remaining two subgroups are connected to the recorder returns. 13 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 4. The built-in the channels connected to four separate mono input channels on the EURODESK. The four return paths from all buses (SUB and MAIN switch not pressed). The bass signal is...
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... connector Audio Connectors The inputs and outputs of the BEHRINGER EURODESK are mixed down to two subgroups and then routed to the main mix bus. During installation and operation, the user must not be pressed in the studio example, four... the volume of the entire drums in compressor insert effect is routed directly from all inputs and outputs work with the two subgroup faders. 14 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 4.2 Live set-up Drums Bass K S O O I N V V C A E E K R R R E H H D E E R A A U D D M L R Guitar Vocals 1 Vocals 2 Keyboard LR...
... connector Audio Connectors The inputs and outputs of the BEHRINGER EURODESK are mixed down to two subgroups and then routed to the main mix bus. During installation and operation, the user must not be pressed in the studio example, four... the volume of the entire drums in compressor insert effect is routed directly from all inputs and outputs work with the two subgroup faders. 14 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 4.2 Live set-up Drums Bass K S O O I N V V C A E E K R R R E H H D E E R A A U D D M L R Guitar Vocals 1 Vocals 2 Keyboard LR...
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Fig. 5.7: Insert send and return ¼" TRS connector 15 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual Balanced ¼" TRS connector strain relief clamp sleeve ring tip sleeve ground/shield ring cold (-ve) tip hot (+ve) For connection of balanced and unbalanced ...
Fig. 5.7: Insert send and return ¼" TRS connector 15 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual Balanced ¼" TRS connector strain relief clamp sleeve ring tip sleeve ground/shield ring cold (-ve) tip hot (+ve) For connection of balanced and unbalanced ...
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.... Organ/keyboards/electric guitar. Combines sub-harmonics processor, bass exciter and limiter. Single signals, especially from microphones. Special effect, e.g. Electric guitar/vocals/keyboards. 16 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 6. Extremely versatile effect (guitar, vocals, bass, keyboards etc.). All-purpose effect. Makes vocals stand out in the mix. Soft or loud passages are raised or...
.... Organ/keyboards/electric guitar. Combines sub-harmonics processor, bass exciter and limiter. Single signals, especially from microphones. Special effect, e.g. Electric guitar/vocals/keyboards. 16 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 6. Extremely versatile effect (guitar, vocals, bass, keyboards etc.). All-purpose effect. Makes vocals stand out in the mix. Soft or loud passages are raised or...
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17 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 7. Specifications Mono Inputs Microphone inputs (XENYX Mic preamp) Type XLR connector, electronically balanced, discrete input circuit Mic E.I.N.1 (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
17 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual 7. Specifications Mono Inputs Microphone inputs (XENYX Mic preamp) Type XLR connector, electronically balanced, discrete input circuit Mic E.I.N.1 (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
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output level Low pass ¼" TRS jack, electronically balanced approx. 240 Ω balanced, approx. 120 Ω unbalanced +28 dBu Physical/Weight SX2442FX Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight (net) 3.9 x 26.9 x 16.1" 100 x 682 x 410 mm 19 lbs / 8.6 kg ¼" TRS jack, unbalanced +22 dBu ...150 Ω (+25 dBm) BEHRINGER is constantly striving to existing products without prior notice. channels 1/3 as far left as possible; Phones/CTRL Room Output Type Max. output level Main Inserts Type Max. 18 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual Main Outputs (¼") Type Impedance...
output level Low pass ¼" TRS jack, electronically balanced approx. 240 Ω balanced, approx. 120 Ω unbalanced +28 dBu Physical/Weight SX2442FX Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight (net) 3.9 x 26.9 x 16.1" 100 x 682 x 410 mm 19 lbs / 8.6 kg ¼" TRS jack, unbalanced +22 dBu ...150 Ω (+25 dBm) BEHRINGER is constantly striving to existing products without prior notice. channels 1/3 as far left as possible; Phones/CTRL Room Output Type Max. output level Main Inserts Type Max. 18 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual Main Outputs (¼") Type Impedance...
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... a residential installation. Important information: Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by one or more of the FCC rules. 19 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: MUSIC Group Services US Inc. 18912 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011...
... a residential installation. Important information: Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by one or more of the FCC rules. 19 EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION EURODESK SX3242FX/SX2442FX Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: MUSIC Group Services US Inc. 18912 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011...