behringer QX2442USB USB 24 Channel USB Mixer with Multi FX Processor User Guide

behringer QX2442USB USB 24 Channel USB Mixer with Multi FX Processor User Guide

Important Safety Instructions

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21. This apparatus may be used in tropical and moderate climates up to 45°C.

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LIMITED WARRANTY
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XENYX QX2442USB Hook-up

Step 1: Hook-Up

Project studio Band or small church with stage monitors

Business/ multimedia presentation
Band or small church with external effects

XENYX QX2442USB Controls

Step 2: Controls

1. USB wireless input accepts a USB receiver for use with Behringer ULM wireless microphones.

2. GAIN knob adjusts the sensitivity of the MIC and/or LINE inputs.

3. COMP knob adjusts the amount of compression effect on the channel.

4. EQ knobs adjust the high, mid and low frequencies of the channel. Adjust the FREQ knob to select the specific frequency adjusted by the MID knob.

5. AUX knobs adjust how much of the channel’s signal routes to the AUX SEND jacks.
   Press the PRE button when routing the signal to a stage monitor. Use the FX knob to send the channel’s signal to the internal multi-FX processor.

6. PAN/BAL knob positions the channel in the stereo field.

7. MUTE button mutes the channel.

8. CLIP LED lights when the channel signal overloads.

9. CHANNEL FADER adjusts the channel volume.

10. AC IN accepts the included power cable for connection to a mains outlet.

11. POWER ON switch turns the mixer on and off.

12. PHANTOM ON switch sends 48 V to the XLR inputs for use with condenser microphones.

13. MULTI-FX PROCESSOR adds a selected sound effect to any channels whose FX knob is turned up. See the Multi-FX Processor section for details.

14. AUX SENDS adjust the amount of signal sent to a monitor speaker or external effects processor via the AUX SEND jacks.

15. AUX RETURNS adjust the amount of signal returning from an external effects processor that is included in the main mix. Use the TO AUX SEND knob(s) to include the effects signal in your monitor mix as well.

16. SOURCE buttons route the USB/2-TR, SUB, and MAIN MIX to the PHONES and CONTROL ROOM jacks.

17. USB/2-TR TO MAIN button routes the USB and 2-TRACK signal to the MAIN MIX.

18. PHONES/CTRL ROOM knob adjusts the headphone or studio monitor volume.

19. VU METER displays the MAIN OUTPUT signal level.

20. MODE button determines whether the channel’s SOLO button operates as ‘Solo in Place’ (button out) or ‘Pre-Fader Listen’ (button in). PFL is preferred for gain setting purposes.

21. SUB faders adjust the output of the SUB OUTPUT jacks. Use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to assign the SUB signal to the left and/or right MAIN MIX.

22. MAIN MIX fader adjusts the overall output of the mixer.

XENYX QX2442USB Getting started

Step 3: Getting started

1. Make sure the power to all devices is turned off!
2. Connect all the appropriate power, audio and USB cables to the mixer.
3. Set all controls as shown above (EQ and PAN/BAL cantered, all others down/off).
4. Turn the mixer on.
5. Set the GAIN for each channel. See the Gain Setting section for details.
6. With the MAIN MIX fader and PHONES/CTRL ROOM knob all the way down, turn your PA system or powered monitors on.
7. Slowly raise the MAIN MIX fader or PHONES/CTRL ROOM knob to desired level.
8. Press the MAIN button on each channel to assign the channel to the MAIN MIX.
9. Adjust the relative level of various microphones and instruments by raising each CHANNEL FADER.
10. Adjust the left-right position of a channel in the stereo field if necessary by turning the channel’s PAN or BAL knob.
11. Adjust the COMP knob to add compression to an input if necessary.
12. For live applications, adjust the overall output from the mixer to the power amp or powered speakers by raising the MAIN MIX fader. If the red CLIP LEDs on the VU METER light, lower the MAIN MIX fader.
13. Use the channel AUX knobs and master AUX SEND knobs to send the channel signals to an effects processor or stage monitor connected to the AUX SEND jacks. If used for effects, route the signal back from the processor to the AUX RETURN jacks.

XENYX QX2442USB Gain Setting

Step 4: Gain Setting

1. Press the Channel 1 SOLO button.
   Press the MODE button next to the VU METER to allow the METER to operate in PFL (pre-fader listen) mode.

2. Sing, speak or play at a normal level through the microphone or instrument connected to Channel 1.

3. While singing or playing, turn Channel 1’s GAIN control. The VU METER will display the signal level. Set the GAIN control so that the loudest peaks reach 0 on the VU METER. Press the Channel 1 SOLO button again.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 for any other channels that will be used.

XENYX QX2442USB Multi-FX Processor

Step 5: Multi-FX Processor

Your mixer has a built-in processor.
Follow these steps to add an effect to one or more channels.

1. Turn the FX knob up half way on each channel to which you would like to add an effect.

2. Turn the FX AUX SEND and FX AUX RETURN knobs to 0. You may adjust them later.

3. Scroll through the effects by turning the PROGRAM knob. The preset name will flash in the display. Press the PROGRAM knob to select the effect.

4. Adjust parameter 1 and 2:
   • After you have selected a preset (step 3), press the PARAM 1/2 button to enter Edit Mode. The LED on the left side of the PARAM 1/2 button will light to indicate parameter 1 is active.
   • Turn the PROGRAM knob to adjust the parameter.
   • After 4 seconds of inactivity, the mixer exits Edit Mode. You can also press the PROGRAM knob to manually exit Edit Mode.
   • Repeat the steps, using PARAM 1/2 button to select parameter 2 for editing.

5. Adjust parameter 3:
   • After you have selected a preset, press the PARAM 3/TAP button to enter Edit Mode. Depending on the parameter for the selected effect, the LED will either indicate the A/B value status of the parameter, or blink to show the current BPM/tempo.
   • Press the PARAM 3/TAP button to change the parameter A/B status, or press several times in rhythm to set a new BPM/tempo if applicable.
   • After 4 seconds of inactivity, the mixer exits Edit Mode. You can also press the PROGRAM knob to manually exit Edit Mode.

6. Readjust each channel’s FX knob to make sure the right amount of effect is added. If the OL (overload) meter segment lights in the display, turn the FX AUX SEND knob down.

7. The FX FOOTSW(itch) jack accepts a one-button footswitch for FX bypass, and dual footswitch for bypass and PARAM 3/TAP adjustment (A/B select or tap tempo).

8. The FX OUT jack sends the “wet” signal from the internal FX processor.

Multi-FX Processor Preset Chart

Specifications

Other important information

Important information

1. Register online. Please register your new Music Tribe equipment right after you purchase it by visiting musictribe.com. Registering your purchase using our simple online form helps us to process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently. Also, read the terms and conditions of our warranty, if applicable.
2. Malfunction. Should your Music Tribe Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity, you may contact the Music Tribe Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under “Support” at musictribe.com. Should your country not be listed, please check if your problem can be dealt with by our “Online Support” which may also be found under “Support” at musictribe.com. Alternatively, please submit an online warranty claim at musictribe.com BEFORE returning the product.
3. Power Connections. Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please make sure you are using the correct mains voltage for your particular model. Faulty fuses must be replaced with fuses of the same type and rating without exception.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

Behringer
XENYX QX2442USB

Responsible Party Name: Music Tribe Commercial NV Inc.
Address: 122 E. 42nd St.1,
8th Floor NY, NY 10168,
United States
Email Address: [email protected]

XENYX QX2442USB

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Important information:
Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Music Tribe can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.

Hereby, Music Tribe declares that this product is in compliance with Directive
2014/35/EU,Directive 2014/30/EU, Directive 2011/65/EU and Amendment 2015/863/
EU, Directive 2012/19/EU, Regulation 519/2012 REACH SVHC and Directive 1907/2006/EC.
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