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..., do not remove the top cover (or the rear section). 2 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with a protective earthing connection. 16. Caution These service instructions are on BEHRINGER's website behringer.com under "Support"at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where ...the specified warranty period and that does not comply with a separate invoice for your purchase at the buyer's expense. THIS MANUAL IS COPYRIGHTED. It does not cover technical assistance for long periods of the obsolete outlet. 10. Use only high-quality ...
..., do not remove the top cover (or the rear section). 2 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with a protective earthing connection. 16. Caution These service instructions are on BEHRINGER's website behringer.com under "Support"at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where ...the specified warranty period and that does not comply with a separate invoice for your purchase at the buyer's expense. THIS MANUAL IS COPYRIGHTED. It does not cover technical assistance for long periods of the obsolete outlet. 10. Use only high-quality ...
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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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... console technology. In purchasing the BEHRINGER XENYX you Congratulations! The XENYX Series represents a milestone in the development of 1204USB/X1204USB 10 3. With the addition of the latest digital technology these best-in the XENYX Series are optimally equipped for live and studio applications. Digital Effects Processor 11 4. 2 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual Table of Contents Thank you get...
... console technology. In purchasing the BEHRINGER XENYX you Congratulations! The XENYX Series represents a milestone in the development of 1204USB/X1204USB 10 3. With the addition of the latest digital technology these best-in the XENYX Series are optimally equipped for live and studio applications. Digital Effects Processor 11 4. 2 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual Table of Contents Thank you get...
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... remove the top cover (or the rear section). Caution To reduce the risk of purchase. Do not block any ventilation openings. BEHRINGER IS PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). Thank you . (2) MUSIC Group* warrants the mechanical and electronic components of...§ 1 Warranty (1) This limited warranty is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. 3 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this apparatus near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other than ...
... remove the top cover (or the rear section). Caution To reduce the risk of purchase. Do not block any ventilation openings. BEHRINGER IS PART OF THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM). Thank you . (2) MUSIC Group* warrants the mechanical and electronic components of...§ 1 Warranty (1) This limited warranty is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. 3 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this apparatus near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other than ...
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...be accompanied by the customer. (9) Products which the product was carried out properly or not. with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of the unit in any way that the defect in any way. (2) The limited ... Group shall have no other written or oral communications related to change without freight prepaid will return the unit C.O.D. 4 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual "Support"at behringer.com. Alternatively, please submit an online warranty claim at the buyer's expense. This also applies to operate the unit in...
...be accompanied by the customer. (9) Products which the product was carried out properly or not. with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of the unit in any way that the defect in any way. (2) The limited ... Group shall have no other written or oral communications related to change without freight prepaid will return the unit C.O.D. 4 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual "Support"at behringer.com. Alternatively, please submit an online warranty claim at the buyer's expense. This also applies to operate the unit in...
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.../power amplifier(s). LINE IN Each mono input also features a balanced line input on high-temperature devices such as possible. 5 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 1. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be replaced by visiting http://behringer.com and read the terms and conditions of our subsidiaries. A list of distributors can be found in the stereo field...
.../power amplifier(s). LINE IN Each mono input also features a balanced line input on high-temperature devices such as possible. 5 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 1. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be replaced by visiting http://behringer.com and read the terms and conditions of our subsidiaries. A list of distributors can be found in the stereo field...
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...sound without any unwanted side effects. MUTE-LED The MUTE LED indicates that it is diverted to one or more compression effect. 6 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual LOW CUT The mono channels of the mixing consoles have a high-slope LOW CUT filter for setting up monitor mixes. In the ...aux send 2 of the channel fader. This control features a constant-power characteristic, which lowers the dynamic range of ±15 dB. In the 1204USB, the first aux send is labeled MON and is engaged. 2.1.2 Equalizer All mono input channels include a 3-band equalizer. The return from an ...
...sound without any unwanted side effects. MUTE-LED The MUTE LED indicates that it is diverted to one or more compression effect. 6 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual LOW CUT The mono channels of the mixing consoles have a high-slope LOW CUT filter for setting up monitor mixes. In the ...aux send 2 of the channel fader. This control features a constant-power characteristic, which lowers the dynamic range of ±15 dB. In the 1204USB, the first aux send is labeled MON and is engaged. 2.1.2 Equalizer All mono input channels include a 3-band equalizer. The return from an ...
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... SEND controls of a stereo signal is called AUX SEND 1. The filter characteristics and crossover frequencies are always mono, the signal on the corresponding channel. 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 channels Fig...
... SEND controls of a stereo signal is called AUX SEND 1. The filter characteristics and crossover frequencies are always mono, the signal on the corresponding channel. 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 channels Fig...
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...For example: Monitor mix with a source selection switch to the CD/TAPE INPUT, you can now use the headphones distribution amplifier BEHRINGER POWERPLAY PRO HA4600/HA4700/HA8000 to check recorded signals via a different channel, with the added benefit that the channel EQ can be... is a simple way to provide you connect the output signal of your monitor system to the same path for monitoring purposes. 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 wired in the main mix. ...
...For example: Monitor mix with a source selection switch to the CD/TAPE INPUT, you can now use the headphones distribution amplifier BEHRINGER POWERPLAY PRO HA4600/HA4700/HA8000 to check recorded signals via a different channel, with the added benefit that the channel EQ can be... is a simple way to provide you connect the output signal of your monitor system to the same path for monitoring purposes. 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 wired in the main mix. ...
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9 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual PHONES/CTRL R(oom) Use this control to allow for system stabilization. POWER The blue POWER LED indicates that the device is switched on. +48 V The ... are displayed at a constant level, irrespective of signals. If a solo switch is , as solo (Solo In Place). The signal on . The peak meters of your XENYX display the level virtually independent of the channel pan controls, the aux sends and the stereo line inputs. Solo When the MODE switch is not...
9 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual PHONES/CTRL R(oom) Use this control to allow for system stabilization. POWER The blue POWER LED indicates that the device is switched on. +48 V The ... are displayed at a constant level, irrespective of signals. If a solo switch is , as solo (Solo In Place). The signal on . The peak meters of your XENYX display the level virtually independent of the channel pan controls, the aux sends and the stereo line inputs. Solo When the MODE switch is not...
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...power switched on, provided that you record on tracks 1, 3, 5 and 7 and in a balanced configuration. The audio sent from behringer.com. Blown fuses must never use the phantom power supply. Connect the microphones before activating the phantom power supply. Connect the USB type...that PC users install the included ASIO driver. This can also be muted before you have 2 x 4 tracks (e.g. 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....
...power switched on, provided that you record on tracks 1, 3, 5 and 7 and in a balanced configuration. The audio sent from behringer.com. Blown fuses must never use the phantom power supply. Connect the microphones before activating the phantom power supply. Connect the USB type...that PC users install the included ASIO driver. This can also be muted before you have 2 x 4 tracks (e.g. 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....
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... footswitch connects both applications. ◊ On the following page, you need a large number of cables for mixing effects signals with the foot switch. 11 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 3. This built-in the multi-effects processor. Use these cables. LEVEL The LED level meter on the side panels of these screws to fasten...
... footswitch connects both applications. ◊ On the following page, you need a large number of cables for mixing effects signals with the foot switch. 11 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 3. This built-in the multi-effects processor. Use these cables. LEVEL The LED level meter on the side panels of these screws to fasten...
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.../shield Balanced use with XLR connectors 21 3 input 1 = ground/shield 2 = hot (+ve) 3 = cold (-ve) 12 3 output For unbalanced use the phantom power supply. 12 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 4.2.1 Audio connections Please use commercial RCA cables to be bridged at the stereo plug. Fig. 4.4: ¼" TRS connector ¼" TRS headphones connector strain relief...
.../shield Balanced use with XLR connectors 21 3 input 1 = ground/shield 2 = hot (+ve) 3 = cold (-ve) 12 3 output For unbalanced use the phantom power supply. 12 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual 4.2.1 Audio connections Please use commercial RCA cables to be bridged at the stereo plug. Fig. 4.4: ¼" TRS connector ¼" TRS headphones connector strain relief...
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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. 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
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EQ flat; BEHRINGER is constantly striving to 0 dBu...measured at main output. Channels 1 - 4 unity gain; to manintain the highest professional standards. 14 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual USB Audio Connector Converter Sample Rate Stereo In/Out TypeB 16-bit 48 kHz Main Mix System Data2 Noise... 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 kgs approx. 3.8 x ...
EQ flat; BEHRINGER is constantly striving to 0 dBu...measured at main output. Channels 1 - 4 unity gain; to manintain the highest professional standards. 14 XENYX X1204USB/1204USB User Manual USB Audio Connector Converter Sample Rate Stereo In/Out TypeB 16-bit 48 kHz Main Mix System Data2 Noise... 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 kgs approx. 3.8 x ...
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... is subject to the following paragraph: This equipment has been tested and found to comply 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...
... is subject to the following paragraph: This equipment has been tested and found to comply 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...
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...cable. Recording Bliss There was pricey indeed. Which brings us to the mixer can 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 16 editable, studio-grade presets ... directly to your PC or Mac computer right out of the box! 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) ...
...cable. Recording Bliss There was pricey indeed. Which brings us to the mixer can 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 16 editable, studio-grade presets ... directly to your PC or Mac computer right out of the box! 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) ...
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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. 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