Behringer ULTRA-VOICE DIGITAL VX2496 - Manual (Page 5)

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ULTRA-VOICE DIGITAL VX2496
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS
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This manual first describes the terminology used,
so that you fully understand the VX2496 and its
functions. Please read the manual carefully and keep
it for future reference.
1.1 Before you begin
Your ULTRA-VOICE DIGITAL was carefully packed in the
factory, and the packaging is designed to protect the unit from
rough handling. Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully
examine the packaging and its contents for any signs of physical
damage, which may have occurred during transit.
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If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to
BEHRINGER, but notify your dealer and the shipping
company immediately. Otherwise, claims for damage
or replacement may not be granted.
Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling
and, to avoid overheating, please do not place your
ULTRA-VOICE DIGITAL on power amplifiers, etc.
The mains connection is via the enclosed power cord and a
standard IEC receptacle. It meets all international safety
certification requirements.
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Please make sure that all units have a proper
ground connection. For your own safety, never
remove or disable the ground conductor from the
unit or the AC power cord.
Before you connect your ULTRA-VOICE DIGITAL to the
mains, please make sure that the voltage setting on
your unit matches the local voltage! The fuse holder above
the AC power connector has 3 triangular markings. Two of
these three triangles are aligned with one another. The VX2496
is set to the voltage shown next to these markings and can be
switched over by turning the fuse holder by 180°. IMPORTANT:
This does not apply to export models designed exclusively
for 115 V operation!
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS
2.1 Discrete vintage input stage
Fig. 2.1: Discrete Vintage input stage
This section of the ULTRA-VOICE DIGITAL is a preamp
where you regulate the input level of the microphone or
line level signal.
Use the LINE button to select the type of input signal
(pressed = LINE, not pressed = MIC).
Press the +48 V button to power a condenser microphone.
Dynamic microphones do not require this phantom power
supply.
The GAIN control sets the input level. The scale -12 to
+12 dB relates to the LINE input whereas the scale +10 to
+60 dB relates to the MIC input.
The SIG LED above the gain control illuminates when an
input signal is present.
Ensure that the CLIP LED lights up only with peak signals.
If it is constantly lit or if distortion can be heard, reduce the
input level using the GAIN control.
The ULTRA-VOICE DIGITAL has a low-cut filter which can
be used to remove low-frequency interference from the
microphone signal. This function is activated with the
LO CUT button. This filter has a slope of 12 dB/oct.
With the FREQUENCY control, you can select the cutoff
frequency below which the low-frequency component will
be removed (range 15 - 360 Hz).
The Ø INV shifts the input signal phase by 180°. Use this
function if the use of multiple microphones results in
cancellations of specific frequency ranges.
2.2 Expander and tube emulation
Fig. 2.2: Expander and tube emulation
An expander reduces the volume of a signal in low-
level passages. This way, interference such as tape
noise and spill can be removed.
The IN/OUT button switches the expander in or out of the
signal path.
The THRESHOLD control determines the level at which
the expander cuts in.
The amount of gain reduction is determined using the
DEPTH control. The higher the value, the more the gain is
reduced.
When the GATE button is pressed, the expander functions
as a noise gate. This has a more radical effect on the
sound, as it not only attenuates but also completely
eliminates low-level passages. For this reason the gate
function should primarily be used with individual signals,
thus not risking any unwanted effect on the existing
recording.
The four GAIN REDUCTION LEDs display the amount of
gain reduction from -5 to -30 dB.
The tube emulation function allows you to enhance
vocals with subtle distortion and tape saturation effects,
replicating analog tapes and tube amps. In this mode,
the VX2496 adds upper harmonics to the signal, thus
enhancing its sound in the high-frequency range.
The IN/OUT button activates or deactivates tube emulation.
The DRIVE control determines the intensity of the saturation
effect. The further it is turned to the right (HOT), the greater
the effect. The amount of upper harmonics generated is
also dependent on the level set at the discrete vintage
input stage.
The SIG LED lights up when tube emulation is active.