Behringer Xenyx - Manual (Page 8)

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XENYX 1204/1204FX
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You can also use these connectors as additional
line inputs.
STEREO AUX RETURN 2
The STEREO AUX RETURN 2 connectors serve as the return
path for the effects mix generated using the FX control. If these
connectors already function as additional inputs, you can route
the effects signal back into the console via a different channel,
with the added benefit that the channel EQ can be used to adjust
the frequency response of the effects return signal.
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In this instance, the FX control of the channel being
used as an effects return should be turned fully
counterclockwise, otherwise feedback problems
could occur!
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If you wish to use the internal effects processor,
no connectors should be plugged into STEREO AUX
RETURN 2.
2.3.4 Stereo aux return
Fig. 2.9: Stereo aux return controls
STEREO AUX RETURN 1
STEREO AUX RETURN 1 is a stereo control which determines
the level of the signal in the main mix. If STEREO AUX RETURN 1
is used as effects return, you can add the effects signal to any
“dry” channel signal.
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In this instance, the effects device should be set at
100% effect.
STEREO AUX RETURN MON
The STEREO AUX RETURN MON control has a special
function: it can be used to add an effect to a monitor mix. For
example:
Monitor mix with effect
In this instance, the effects device should be set up as follows:
AUX SEND 2 is connected to the L/Mono input of your effects
device, while its outputs are connected to STEREO AUX RETURN
1. Connect the amplifier of your monitor system to AUX SEND 1.
The AUX SEND 1 master control determines the volume of the
monitor mix.
You can now use the STEREO AUX RETURN MON control to
adjust the level of the effects signal routed to the monitor mix.
You can easily use the headphones distribution amplifier
BEHRINGER POWERPLAY PRO HA4600/HA4700/HA8000 to
provide you with four (or eight with the HA8000) stereo
headphone mixes for your studio.
STEREO AUX RETURN 2 (FX)
The STEREO AUX RETURN 2 control determines the level of
signals fed into the AUX RETURN 2 connectors which are routed
to the main mix.
MAIN MIX/ALT 3-4
The MAIN MIX/ALT 3-4 switch routes the signal connected to
STEREO AUX RETURN 2 to either main mix (not pressed) or
submix (Alt 3-4, pressed).
2.3.5 Tape input / tape output
Fig. 2.10: 2-track connectors
CD/TAPE INPUT
The CD/TAPE INPUT RCA connectors are provided for
connecting a 2 track machine (e.g. DAT recorder). They can
also be used as stereo line input. Alternatively, the output signal
of a second XENYX or BEHRINGER ULTRALINK PRO MX882 can
also be connected. If you connect a hi-fi amplifier with a source
selection switch to the CD/TAPE INPUT, you can easily switch
between additional sources (e.g. cassette recorder, CD player,
etc.).
CD/TAPE OUTPUT
These connectors are wired in parallel with the MAIN OUT and
carry the main mix signal (unbalanced). Connect the CD/TAPE
OUTPUT to the inputs of your recording device. The final output
level can be adjusted via the high-precision MAIN MIX fader.
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If you connect a compressor or a noise gate after
the 2-track output, the faders will probably not be
able to create a satisfactory fade-out effect.
2.3.6 Level meter and monitoring
Fig. 2.11: Control room/phones section, level meter
CD/TAPE
The TAPE switch routes the signal from the TAPE IN connectors
to the level meter, the CONTROL ROOM OUT outputs and the
PHONES connector—this is a simple way to check recorded
signals via monitor speakers or headphones.
ALT 3-4
Similarly, the ALT 3-4 switch routes the signal from the
Alt 3-4 bus to the same path for monitoring purposes.
MAIN MIX
The MAIN MIX switch sends the main mix signal to the above-
mentioned outputs and to the level meter.
PHONES/CTRL R(oom)
Use this control to set control room output level and head-
phones volume respectively.
CD/TAPE TO MAIN
When the CD/TAPE TO MAIN switch is depressed, the 2-
track input is routed to the main mix and thus serves as an
additional input for tape machines. You can also connect MIDI
instruments or other signal sources here that do not require any
further processing. At the same time, this switch disables the
main mix to tape output link.
POWER
The blue POWER LED indicates that the device is switched
on.
2. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND CONNECTORS