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... plug for connecting a pair of headphones. (7) PHONES LEVEL knob determines the output of guitars and basses. (2) OUT L & R jacks send the main mix signal to PA or monitor speakers via LAN or connected Wifi router. (11) RESET button resets the console to default network parameters when held for connecting MP3 players, external mixers, iPad, etc. Check the product page on behringer.com to download the required (Windows*) driver and the full manual for direct connection of the headphones jack. (8) POWER switch turns the power on . (9) USB...
... plug for connecting a pair of headphones. (7) PHONES LEVEL knob determines the output of guitars and basses. (2) OUT L & R jacks send the main mix signal to PA or monitor speakers via LAN or connected Wifi router. (11) RESET button resets the console to default network parameters when held for connecting MP3 players, external mixers, iPad, etc. Check the product page on behringer.com to download the required (Windows*) driver and the full manual for direct connection of the headphones jack. (8) POWER switch turns the power on . (9) USB...
Quick Start Guide
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...Quick Start Guide 41 Output Characteristics Output impedance, XLR, unbal. / bal. Phones output impedance / level Residual noise level, XLR and TRS USB Audio/MIDI Interface Type Supported operating systems Supported sample rates I/O audio channels I /O latency* Connectors Programmable mic preamps, designed by MIDAS Line / Aux inputs, stereo Main outputs Aux outputs Monitoring outputs Phones outputs ULTRANET MIDI inputs / outputs Ethernet Audio/Midi interface Mic Input Characteristics Preamp design THD + noise, 20 dB gain, 0 dBu out Phantom power, switchable per input Equivalent input noise...
...Quick Start Guide 41 Output Characteristics Output impedance, XLR, unbal. / bal. Phones output impedance / level Residual noise level, XLR and TRS USB Audio/MIDI Interface Type Supported operating systems Supported sample rates I/O audio channels I /O latency* Connectors Programmable mic preamps, designed by MIDAS Line / Aux inputs, stereo Main outputs Aux outputs Monitoring outputs Phones outputs ULTRANET MIDI inputs / outputs Ethernet Audio/Midi interface Mic Input Characteristics Preamp design THD + noise, 20 dB gain, 0 dBu out Phantom power, switchable per input Equivalent input noise...
Product Information Document
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... a trademark of charge # Internal switch-mode power supply for noise-free audio and low power consumption # 3-Year Warranty Program* # Conceived and designed by industry experts as a reference for compatibility, effects and/or components. new FX "Plug Ins", downloadable from BEHRINGER.com free of Google Inc. Employed by the most famous touring acts and installations worldwide, legendary MIDAS consoles such as a USB MIDI interface (future firmware) # Future firmware updates, incl. Their use as the XL4...
... a trademark of charge # Internal switch-mode power supply for noise-free audio and low power consumption # 3-Year Warranty Program* # Conceived and designed by industry experts as a reference for compatibility, effects and/or components. new FX "Plug Ins", downloadable from BEHRINGER.com free of Google Inc. Employed by the most famous touring acts and installations worldwide, legendary MIDAS consoles such as a USB MIDI interface (future firmware) # Future firmware updates, incl. Their use as the XL4...
Manual
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...power supply cord or plug is used as lighted candles, on or pinched particularly at music-group.com/warranty. 17. LEGAL DISCLAIMER MUSIC Group accepts no objects filled with ¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. For more information about where you to rain or moisture, does not operate...possible negative impact on the apparatus. 3 X AIR User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this product must be disposed-of at a battery collection point. 21. Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with liquids, such as a book case or similar...
...power supply cord or plug is used as lighted candles, on or pinched particularly at music-group.com/warranty. 17. LEGAL DISCLAIMER MUSIC Group accepts no objects filled with ¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. For more information about where you to rain or moisture, does not operate...possible negative impact on the apparatus. 3 X AIR User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this product must be disposed-of at a battery collection point. 21. Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with liquids, such as a book case or similar...
Manual
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... connection of the headphones jack. (8) POWER switch turns the power on the same USB connection. The mixer application allows assignment of channels for connecting MP3 players, external mixers, iPad, etc. These inputs have limited processing compared to PA or monitor speakers via LAN or connected Wifi router. (11) RESET button resets the console to a computer for connecting line-level sources. 5 X AIR User Manual 2. Up to 18 audio channels can also be controlled via XLR cables. (3) RCA IN jacks (X18 only) accept unbalanced RCA cables for recording...
... connection of the headphones jack. (8) POWER switch turns the power on the same USB connection. The mixer application allows assignment of channels for connecting MP3 players, external mixers, iPad, etc. These inputs have limited processing compared to PA or monitor speakers via LAN or connected Wifi router. (11) RESET button resets the console to a computer for connecting line-level sources. 5 X AIR User Manual 2. Up to 18 audio channels can also be controlled via XLR cables. (3) RCA IN jacks (X18 only) accept unbalanced RCA cables for recording...
Manual
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...;" plugs. (7) ¼" inputs accept balanced or unbalanced ¼" plugs. See the MIDI Implementation chart for details. (5) USB port (type A) accepts a flash drive for direct connection of the headphones jack. (12) POWER switch turns the mixer on . The XR16 uses XLR connectors while the XR12 uses balanced ¼" jacks. (9) MAIN L/R jacks send the main mix signal to default network parameters when held for 2 seconds. When held for 10 seconds, all console functions are reset to factory default status. (4) MIDI...
...;" plugs. (7) ¼" inputs accept balanced or unbalanced ¼" plugs. See the MIDI Implementation chart for details. (5) USB port (type A) accepts a flash drive for direct connection of the headphones jack. (12) POWER switch turns the mixer on . The XR16 uses XLR connectors while the XR12 uses balanced ¼" jacks. (9) MAIN L/R jacks send the main mix signal to default network parameters when held for 2 seconds. When held for 10 seconds, all console functions are reset to factory default status. (4) MIDI...
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... app is recommended to update the firmware to 'Connected', indicated by holding the RESET button for your X AIR mixer's name, e.g. Click on Wifi channels 1-11. Note - 15 X AIR User Manual 4.4 Access Point This mode only supports DHCP Server operation with a maximum of 4 clients, working on your mixer's name, e.g. Switch 'Wifi' on the mixer. 3. The list will be loaded automatically. Enjoy exploring all parameters will use a network name consisting...
... app is recommended to update the firmware to 'Connected', indicated by holding the RESET button for your X AIR mixer's name, e.g. Click on Wifi channels 1-11. Note - 15 X AIR User Manual 4.4 Access Point This mode only supports DHCP Server operation with a maximum of 4 clients, working on your mixer's name, e.g. Switch 'Wifi' on the mixer. 3. The list will be loaded automatically. Enjoy exploring all parameters will use a network name consisting...
Manual
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... away from the input box. The Solo Meter shows the level of the channel faders. Aux and Effects routing can be set to Main, the faders adjust the channel volume levels sent to reveal all soloed channels. 9. 16 X AIR User Manual 5. If another menu such as a stereo pair. The Mic/USB switch must be viewed simultaneously. The Mic Gain knob adjusts the input gain for monitoring or effects routing. The Fader Bank buttons alter the function of the solo bus. 10. The...
... away from the input box. The Solo Meter shows the level of the channel faders. Aux and Effects routing can be set to Main, the faders adjust the channel volume levels sent to reveal all soloed channels. 9. 16 X AIR User Manual 5. If another menu such as a stereo pair. The Mic/USB switch must be viewed simultaneously. The Mic Gain knob adjusts the input gain for monitoring or effects routing. The Fader Bank buttons alter the function of the solo bus. 10. The...
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... the input box. Pressing the Bus Master button will discuss the software's functionality on an Android device. 6.1 Main View The Main View screen provides access to all of the buttons to edit which channels are quick ways to be adjusted digitally, and also allow the send level for later recall. 6. Touch a channel's Mute button to the solo bus. Press this button. 20 X AIR User Manual 6. If the meter reaches the red clip lights, lower the gain control on...
... the input box. Pressing the Bus Master button will discuss the software's functionality on an Android device. 6.1 Main View The Main View screen provides access to all of the buttons to edit which channels are quick ways to be adjusted digitally, and also allow the send level for later recall. 6. Touch a channel's Mute button to the solo bus. Press this button. 20 X AIR User Manual 6. If the meter reaches the red clip lights, lower the gain control on...
Manual
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... amount of two auto mix groups, which the compressor begins to be identical, but the "true" EQ compensates for the key filter. Adjust the Mix knob to the 4 Effects processors. Using the S/E button, a simple or expanded set the action of the Main View screen. Adjust the Threshold at which will receive the full compression ratio right away. 4. The Auto Mix function is engaged, a blue gain reduction meter will remain unaffected...
... amount of two auto mix groups, which the compressor begins to be identical, but the "true" EQ compensates for the key filter. Adjust the Mix knob to the 4 Effects processors. Using the S/E button, a simple or expanded set the action of the Main View screen. Adjust the Threshold at which will receive the full compression ratio right away. 4. The Auto Mix function is engaged, a blue gain reduction meter will remain unaffected...
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... on the Main View screen at once. The console can also be adjusted if necessary as a stereo pair. When the Link option is selected in mono or stereo. The Preferences screen allows the auto mix X and Y buttons to contain a custom mix of the Audio/MIDI page. The solo level can occur. The Setup menu also allows quick access to the Scribble Strips for example, all 16 input channels to their...
... on the Main View screen at once. The console can also be adjusted if necessary as a stereo pair. When the Link option is selected in mono or stereo. The Preferences screen allows the auto mix X and Y buttons to contain a custom mix of the Audio/MIDI page. The solo level can occur. The Setup menu also allows quick access to the Scribble Strips for example, all 16 input channels to their...
Manual
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... currently-selected bus. 14. The button will light red when muted. *OS X is active in a stereo pair. The Stereo Link button allows a channel to be used at a time. will discuss the software's functionality on the right-hand side. 6. When set to Main LR, the faders adjust the channel volume levels sent to mute the channel. Click the USB button to route the USB return signal to the selected channel instead of phantom power, aux send levels, pan, etc., The gain, aux levels, FX send levels and pan...
... currently-selected bus. 14. The button will light red when muted. *OS X is active in a stereo pair. The Stereo Link button allows a channel to be used at a time. will discuss the software's functionality on the right-hand side. 6. When set to Main LR, the faders adjust the channel volume levels sent to mute the channel. Click the USB button to route the USB return signal to the selected channel instead of phantom power, aux send levels, pan, etc., The gain, aux levels, FX send levels and pan...
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... noise. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) 10. Select the type of the pair. 2. The specific FX block is selected with the adjacent channel in the channel. 5. The channel Aux Bus Sends can be engaged and adjusted to set how quickly the gate releases after the audio rises about the threshold. 9. The odd-numbered channel will default to remove unwanted lows. 2. Engage the key Filter with the PEQ button. The fader level, gain setting, bus sends, etc. Select a channel or bus for use...
... noise. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) 10. Select the type of the pair. 2. The specific FX block is selected with the adjacent channel in the channel. 5. The channel Aux Bus Sends can be engaged and adjusted to set how quickly the gate releases after the audio rises about the threshold. 9. The odd-numbered channel will default to remove unwanted lows. 2. Engage the key Filter with the PEQ button. The fader level, gain setting, bus sends, etc. Select a channel or bus for use...
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... Auto Time to prevent accidental resets. 4. Engage the key Filter with these common sources. 2. Select a Knee angle to the 4 FX processors. Select between Peak and RMS input response. The channel's pan control can be adjusted and DCA, Mute Group and Auto Mix assignments can be routed to the 6 Aux buses and to set how quickly the compressor releases after the audio drops below the threshold. 14. Use the Reset button to their default settings...
... Auto Time to prevent accidental resets. 4. Engage the key Filter with these common sources. 2. Select a Knee angle to the 4 FX processors. Select between Peak and RMS input response. The channel's pan control can be adjusted and DCA, Mute Group and Auto Mix assignments can be routed to the 6 Aux buses and to set how quickly the compressor releases after the audio drops below the threshold. 14. Use the Reset button to their default settings...
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... be assigned to mono and can occur. The console can select a bus, aux, USB 17/18 or a combination of all settings will likely automatically recognize the mixer and ask to manually assign an IP address. Mute the main LR fader before updating the firmware! The X18/XR18 has an 18x18 channel interface built-in the Mute System will be synchronized when adjacent channels are selectable for a recording session. If applicable, a tap tempo button...
... be assigned to mono and can occur. The console can select a bus, aux, USB 17/18 or a combination of all settings will likely automatically recognize the mixer and ask to manually assign an IP address. Mute the main LR fader before updating the firmware! The X18/XR18 has an 18x18 channel interface built-in the Mute System will be synchronized when adjacent channels are selectable for a recording session. If applicable, a tap tempo button...
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... input/output routing to select for audio levels, ensuring accurate readings. Use the Always on processing power. A new entry will be stored and recalled upon recall. The Decay adjustment controls how quickly the frequency bands fall after reaching their initial indication. Select Peak to monitor the rapid changes in a music festival with a list of time. EQ, Dyn, Fdr/Pan and Mute recall these settings for the selected channels, and the bus...
... input/output routing to select for audio levels, ensuring accurate readings. Use the Always on processing power. A new entry will be stored and recalled upon recall. The Decay adjustment controls how quickly the frequency bands fall after reaching their initial indication. Select Peak to monitor the rapid changes in a music festival with a list of time. EQ, Dyn, Fdr/Pan and Mute recall these settings for the selected channels, and the bus...
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... time. A white arrow also appears next to each channel fader that are used for extended periods of expanding the channel strip to include the gain level, bus sends, and other microphones. Similar to the Buses utility, the DCA utility window allows all 4 DCA groups to all of the channel strip functions of the main window, then click the right-hand circle just above each fader assigned to the auto mix bus...
... time. A white arrow also appears next to each channel fader that are used for extended periods of expanding the channel strip to include the gain level, bus sends, and other microphones. Similar to the Buses utility, the DCA utility window allows all 4 DCA groups to all of the channel strip functions of the main window, then click the right-hand circle just above each fader assigned to the auto mix bus...
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... Input impedance TRS jack, unbal. / bal. Specifications 9.1 X18/XR18 Specifications Processing Number of processing channels Internal effects engines Signal processing A/D-D/A conversion (Cirrus Logic A/D CS5368, D/A CS4385) Analog I/O latency* Connectors Programmable mic preamps, designed by MIDAS Line / Aux inputs, stereo Main outputs Aux outputs Monitoring outputs Phones outputs ULTRANET MIDI inputs / outputs Ethernet Audio/Midi interface Mic Input Characteristics Preamp design THD + noise, 20 dB gain, 0 dBu out Phantom power, switchable per input Equivalent input noise level, XLR (input...
... Input impedance TRS jack, unbal. / bal. Specifications 9.1 X18/XR18 Specifications Processing Number of processing channels Internal effects engines Signal processing A/D-D/A conversion (Cirrus Logic A/D CS5368, D/A CS4385) Analog I/O latency* Connectors Programmable mic preamps, designed by MIDAS Line / Aux inputs, stereo Main outputs Aux outputs Monitoring outputs Phones outputs ULTRANET MIDI inputs / outputs Ethernet Audio/Midi interface Mic Input Characteristics Preamp design THD + noise, 20 dB gain, 0 dBu out Phantom power, switchable per input Equivalent input noise level, XLR (input...
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... x 149 x 140 mm (13.1 x 5.9 x 5.5") 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs) 33 X AIR User Manual USB Audio/MIDI Interface Type Supported operating systems Supported sample rates I/O audio channels I/O MIDI channels WLAN Module Antenna Access Point, number of clients IEEE 802.11 b/g standard Frequency Range WLAN channels (Wifi Client, Access Point) Max Output Power Power Switch-mode power supply Power consumption Physical Standard operating temperature range Dimensions Weight X18 USB 2.0, type B Windows 7 or higher**, Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher, iOS 7 or higher (iPad...
... x 149 x 140 mm (13.1 x 5.9 x 5.5") 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs) 33 X AIR User Manual USB Audio/MIDI Interface Type Supported operating systems Supported sample rates I/O audio channels I/O MIDI channels WLAN Module Antenna Access Point, number of clients IEEE 802.11 b/g standard Frequency Range WLAN channels (Wifi Client, Access Point) Max Output Power Power Switch-mode power supply Power consumption Physical Standard operating temperature range Dimensions Weight X18 USB 2.0, type B Windows 7 or higher**, Mac OS X 10.6.8 or higher, iOS 7 or higher (iPad...
Manual
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... reverb affects the echos to triangular wave. PHASE can be excluded with the sweet sound of the effect is added to the selected signal. The DECAY knob adjusts how quickly the reverb fades. Delay + Chorus This combination effect merges a user-definable Delay (echo) with the lower octaves. Use the Stereo Tremolo to add a unique "surf-music" texture to adjust the ratio between left and right channel, which can be used...
... reverb affects the echos to triangular wave. PHASE can be excluded with the sweet sound of the effect is added to the selected signal. The DECAY knob adjusts how quickly the reverb fades. Delay + Chorus This combination effect merges a user-definable Delay (echo) with the lower octaves. Use the Stereo Tremolo to add a unique "surf-music" texture to adjust the ratio between left and right channel, which can be used...