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For more details on the full functionality of this product, see the product page on behringer.com and download the full manual. MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter
For more details on the full functionality of this product, see the product page on behringer.com and download the full manual. MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter
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...the product and any product purchased through an online auction are expressly excluded from defects in the product. 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with the apparatus. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The apparatus shall ...applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product. (5) Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are on BEHRINGER's website behringer.com under "Where to Buy", or you may subsequently purchase this limited warranty, in particular, if caused by the...
...the product and any product purchased through an online auction are expressly excluded from defects in the product. 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with the apparatus. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The apparatus shall ...applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product. (5) Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are on BEHRINGER's website behringer.com under "Where to Buy", or you may subsequently purchase this limited warranty, in particular, if caused by the...
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...as the limiter (21) The IN/OUT switch activates the is on and off . The two only). AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL ENHANCER switch (MDX2600 and MDX4600). The LEVEL control determines the amount of both adjustable level. The LED chain reads the current attenuation within a range...as to make up for direct matching 1/4" TRS and XLR connectors are also on behringer.com and download the full manual. (27) MALE switch. Instead of your COMPOSER PRO-XL or AUTOCOM PRO‑XL. They are A/B comparison between the expander (switch not pressed) Input signals exceeding...
...as the limiter (21) The IN/OUT switch activates the is on and off . The two only). AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL ENHANCER switch (MDX2600 and MDX4600). The LEVEL control determines the amount of both adjustable level. The LED chain reads the current attenuation within a range...as to make up for direct matching 1/4" TRS and XLR connectors are also on behringer.com and download the full manual. (27) MALE switch. Instead of your COMPOSER PRO-XL or AUTOCOM PRO‑XL. They are A/B comparison between the expander (switch not pressed) Input signals exceeding...
Manual
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User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter
User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter
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Wiring 10 5. Introduction 5 1.1 Before you get started 6 1.1.1 Shipment 6 1.1.2 Initial operation 6 1.1.3 Warranty 6 1.2 The user's manual 6 2. Specifications 12 Installation 11 5.1 Rack installation 11 5.2 Audio connections 11 6. 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Table of Sidechain Applications 9 3.1 Eliminating interference 9 3.2 Emphasizing instruments 10 3.3 Time-delayed compression 10 3.4 "Voice over" compression ("ducking 10 3.5 Triggering additional sounds from...
Wiring 10 5. Introduction 5 1.1 Before you get started 6 1.1.1 Shipment 6 1.1.2 Initial operation 6 1.1.3 Warranty 6 1.2 The user's manual 6 2. Specifications 12 Installation 11 5.1 Rack installation 11 5.2 Audio connections 11 6. 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Table of Sidechain Applications 9 3.1 Eliminating interference 9 3.2 Emphasizing instruments 10 3.3 Time-delayed compression 10 3.4 "Voice over" compression ("ducking 10 3.5 Triggering additional sounds from...
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3 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of time. ... Group Authorized Reseller in material and workmanship if used as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other installation or modification should be placed on BEHRINGER's website behringer.com under normal operating conditions for long periods of electric shock. voltage that contained in the accompanying literature. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel...
3 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of time. ... Group Authorized Reseller in material and workmanship if used as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other installation or modification should be placed on BEHRINGER's website behringer.com under normal operating conditions for long periods of electric shock. voltage that contained in the accompanying literature. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel...
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... (90) days from such a modification/adaptation. (3) This limited warranty covers only the product hardware. 4 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual "Support"at behringer.com BEFORE returning the product. It does not cover technical assistance for in any software products whether or not... to give any warranty promise on a"buyer beware"basis. If your problem can be dealt with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of any other written or oral communications related to operate the unit...
... (90) days from such a modification/adaptation. (3) This limited warranty covers only the product hardware. 4 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual "Support"at behringer.com BEFORE returning the product. It does not cover technical assistance for in any software products whether or not... to give any warranty promise on a"buyer beware"basis. If your problem can be dealt with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of any other written or oral communications related to operate the unit...
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.... This IGC feature is the IGC (Interactive Gain Control) limiter, an intelligent combination of the BEHRINGER COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600, AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 can detect the amount of compression applied, it possible to state-of treble energy. The BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL has been upgraded with little effort. To give you to effectively suppress disturbing hiss noise...
.... This IGC feature is the IGC (Interactive Gain Control) limiter, an intelligent combination of the BEHRINGER COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600, AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 can detect the amount of compression applied, it possible to state-of treble energy. The BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL has been upgraded with little effort. To give you to effectively suppress disturbing hiss noise...
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...(switch pressed). 6 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Safety relay The design of the COMPOSER PRO-XL incorporates the so-called safety relays, which set the unit to the "Specifications" for details. Balanced inputs and outputs The BEHRINGER dynamics processors from OFF...you a survey of these markings and can be disabled when you get started 1.1.1 Shipment Your COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO-XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL was carefully packed at behringer.com. Please refer to the mains, please make sure that there is usually processed with little ...
...(switch pressed). 6 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Safety relay The design of the COMPOSER PRO-XL incorporates the so-called safety relays, which set the unit to the "Specifications" for details. Balanced inputs and outputs The BEHRINGER dynamics processors from OFF...you a survey of these markings and can be disabled when you get started 1.1.1 Shipment Your COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO-XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL was carefully packed at behringer.com. Please refer to the mains, please make sure that there is usually processed with little ...
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... delivered by multiple microphones in the middle refers to for a heavy and, at the output, which is on the AUTOCOM PRO-XL and COMPOSER PRO‑XL. (9) The SC MON switch links the sidechain input signal to adjust the compressor threshold from the program material. Subsequently, ...gain reduction, which is usually to hear whether the beginnings or endings of using an expander is shown by electronic tubes. 7 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Application hints The purpose of words are cut off by the expander or are recorded, a gate is from ...
... delivered by multiple microphones in the middle refers to for a heavy and, at the output, which is on the AUTOCOM PRO-XL and COMPOSER PRO‑XL. (9) The SC MON switch links the sidechain input signal to adjust the compressor threshold from the program material. Subsequently, ...gain reduction, which is usually to hear whether the beginnings or endings of using an expander is shown by electronic tubes. 7 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Application hints The purpose of words are cut off by the expander or are recorded, a gate is from ...
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...DE-ESSER switch (MDX1600). It provides a so-called "hard bypass", i.e. uncompressed signals can be linked directly to the output jack (COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 only). At the touch of hearing": Anything goes. You will protect your "sense of a button you can enhance the audio signal ...mains, the input jack will operate only if the compressor is set both threshold controls (TRIGGER and LIMITER) to OFF. 8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (18) The OUTPUT control allows you to raise or lower the output signal by max. 20 dB, ...
...DE-ESSER switch (MDX1600). It provides a so-called "hard bypass", i.e. uncompressed signals can be linked directly to the output jack (COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 only). At the touch of hearing": Anything goes. You will protect your "sense of a button you can enhance the audio signal ...mains, the input jack will operate only if the compressor is set both threshold controls (TRIGGER and LIMITER) to OFF. 8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (18) The OUTPUT control allows you to raise or lower the output signal by max. 20 dB, ...
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... (28) IN/OUT switch. These are wired in chapter 5 "Installation". (32) OUTPUTS. Now the equalizer must be used to adapt the COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL to isolate and play back the processed signal. This switch adapts the de-esser to the left until the GAIN REDUCTION meter reads a clearly... for example, reduce the dynamics of the bass drum. ◊ To monitor the equalizer setting, press the SC MON switch to various operating levels, i.e. 9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600).
... (28) IN/OUT switch. These are wired in chapter 5 "Installation". (32) OUTPUTS. Now the equalizer must be used to adapt the COMPOSER PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO‑XL or MULTICOM PRO-XL to isolate and play back the processed signal. This switch adapts the de-esser to the left until the GAIN REDUCTION meter reads a clearly... for example, reduce the dynamics of the bass drum. ◊ To monitor the equalizer setting, press the SC MON switch to various operating levels, i.e. 9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600).
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...processor into the insert path You can also insert the COMPOSER PRO-XL, MULTICOM PRO-XL or AUTOCOM PRO-XL into the signal path via the aux busses). In the latter configuration you wish to use the COMPOSER PRO-XL and AUTOCOM PRO-XL to lower music to a low background level as soon as...Send LR Mixer DAT Recorder Main Out Main Insert L R Fig. 4.2: Compressing a main mix signal with the BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600. 10 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Once you have checked the EQ setting, switch off SC MON and adjust the THRESHOLD, so ...
...processor into the insert path You can also insert the COMPOSER PRO-XL, MULTICOM PRO-XL or AUTOCOM PRO-XL into the signal path via the aux busses). In the latter configuration you wish to use the COMPOSER PRO-XL and AUTOCOM PRO-XL to lower music to a low background level as soon as...Send LR Mixer DAT Recorder Main Out Main Insert L R Fig. 4.2: Compressing a main mix signal with the BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600. 10 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Once you have checked the EQ setting, switch off SC MON and adjust the THRESHOLD, so ...
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.... Be sure to the balanced inputs/ outputs. Either use only high-grade cables. The audio connections of the MULTICOM PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO-XL and COMPOSER PRO-XL are electronically balanced to avoid hum problems. You can, of course, also connect unbalanced devices to use mono plugs...there is enough air space around the unit for insert applications 11 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Hi Low Hi Low Input SUPER-X PRO CX2310 Input L R Unbalanced ¼" TS connector strain relief ...
.... Be sure to the balanced inputs/ outputs. Either use only high-grade cables. The audio connections of the MULTICOM PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO-XL and COMPOSER PRO-XL are electronically balanced to avoid hum problems. You can, of course, also connect unbalanced devices to use mono plugs...there is enough air space around the unit for insert applications 11 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Hi Low Hi Low Input SUPER-X PRO CX2310 Input L R Unbalanced ¼" TS connector strain relief ...
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... Auto release time Output 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF-shielded, DC-decoupled 50 W +21 dBu 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB 0.35 Hz to 1:8) 12 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 6. input level Sidechain Outputs Type Impedance Max. SMPTE dB @ 1 kHz Peak Limiter Section Type Level Ratio Level 1 limiter type Attack Release...
... Auto release time Output 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF-shielded, DC-decoupled 50 W +21 dBu 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB 0.35 Hz to 1:8) 12 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 6. input level Sidechain Outputs Type Impedance Max. SMPTE dB @ 1 kHz Peak Limiter Section Type Level Ratio Level 1 limiter type Attack Release...
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...MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual De-Esser Section Type MDX2600 Filter frequencies Filter bandwidth Level reduction MDX1600 Filter frequency Filter bandwidth Level reduction Dynamic Enhancer Section Type MDX4600...Canada U.K./Australia Europe General export model Power Consumption MDX4600 MDX2600/MDX1600 Fuse MDX4600 MDX2600/MDX1600 Mains connection 120 V~, 60 Hz...Weight Dimensions approx. 1 ¾ x 19 x 8 ½" approx. 44.5 x 483 x 217 mm MDX4600 Weight Shipping weight approx. 5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg approx. 7.9 lbs / 3.6 kg MDX2600 Weight Shipping weight...
...MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual De-Esser Section Type MDX2600 Filter frequencies Filter bandwidth Level reduction MDX1600 Filter frequency Filter bandwidth Level reduction Dynamic Enhancer Section Type MDX4600...Canada U.K./Australia Europe General export model Power Consumption MDX4600 MDX2600/MDX1600 Fuse MDX4600 MDX2600/MDX1600 Mains connection 120 V~, 60 Hz...Weight Dimensions approx. 1 ¾ x 19 x 8 ½" approx. 44.5 x 483 x 217 mm MDX4600 Weight Shipping weight approx. 5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg approx. 7.9 lbs / 3.6 kg MDX2600 Weight Shipping weight...
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... Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. 14 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: MUSIC Group Services US Inc.... Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011, USA Phone: +1 425 672 0816 Fax: +1 425 673 7647 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/ AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the following paragraph: This equipment has been tested and found ...
... Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. 14 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: MUSIC Group Services US Inc.... Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011, USA Phone: +1 425 672 0816 Fax: +1 425 673 7647 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/ AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the following paragraph: This equipment has been tested and found ...
Specifications Sheet
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MDX4600 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 MULTICOM PRO-XL INTERACTIVE REFERENCE-CLASS 4-CHANNEL EXPANDER/GATE/COMPRESSOR/ PEAK LIMITER WITH DYNAMIC ENHANCER AND LOW CONTOUR FILTER = Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) program-adaptive compression circuitry ... inputs and outputs with ¼" TRS and gold-plated XLR connectors = High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life = Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany 2
MDX4600 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 MULTICOM PRO-XL INTERACTIVE REFERENCE-CLASS 4-CHANNEL EXPANDER/GATE/COMPRESSOR/ PEAK LIMITER WITH DYNAMIC ENHANCER AND LOW CONTOUR FILTER = Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) program-adaptive compression circuitry ... inputs and outputs with ¼" TRS and gold-plated XLR connectors = High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life = Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany 2
Specifications Sheet
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...-shielded, DC-decoupled 50 Ω +21 dBu SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Bandwidth Frequency range S/N ratio THD IMD Crosstalk 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB 0.35 Hz to 1:8) MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO INPUTS Type Impedance XLR and 1/4" TRS connectors, HF-shielded, servo-balanced +4 dBu -10 dBV Operating level Max. input level 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF...
...-shielded, DC-decoupled 50 Ω +21 dBu SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Bandwidth Frequency range S/N ratio THD IMD Crosstalk 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB 0.35 Hz to 1:8) MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO INPUTS Type Impedance XLR and 1/4" TRS connectors, HF-shielded, servo-balanced +4 dBu -10 dBV Operating level Max. input level 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF...
Specifications Sheet
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... including photocopying and recording of any kind, for any purpose, without notice. BEHRINGER and AUTOCOM are registered trademarks. MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 The information contained in this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in no way associated or affiliated ...with BEHRINGER. © 2002 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich-Mü...
... including photocopying and recording of any kind, for any purpose, without notice. BEHRINGER and AUTOCOM are registered trademarks. MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 The information contained in this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in no way associated or affiliated ...with BEHRINGER. © 2002 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich-Mü...