Behringer Stereo System SX3040 User Manual

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User Manual  
SONIC EXCITER SX3040  
Ultimate Stereo Sound Enhancement Processor  
 
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9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized  
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades  
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug  
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide  
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Important Safety  
Instructions  
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the INCLUDING PHOTOCOPYING AND RECORDING OF ANY  
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an  
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.  
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10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or  
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,  
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.  
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Terminals marked with this symbol carry  
electrical current of sufficient magnitude  
to constitute risk of electric shock.  
11. Use only attachments/accessories specified by  
the manufacturer.  
Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with  
¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other  
installation or modification should be performed only  
by qualified personnel.  
12. Use only with the  
cart, stand, tripod, bracket,  
or table specified by the  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
§ 1 Warranty  
manufacturer, or sold with (1) This limited warranty is valid only if you purchased  
the apparatus. When a cart the product from a MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller in  
This symbol, wherever it appears,  
alerts you to the presence of uninsulated  
dangerous voltage inside the  
is used, use caution when  
the country of purchase. A list of authorized resellers can  
moving the cart/apparatus be found on BEHRINGER’s website behringer.com under  
enclosure - voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a  
risk of shock.  
combination to avoid  
“Where to Buy, or you can contact the MUSIC Group office  
closest to you.  
injury from tip-over.  
This symbol, wherever it appears,  
alerts you to important operating and  
maintenance instructions in the  
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or  
(2) MUSIC Group* warrants the mechanical and  
when unused for long periods of time.  
electronic components of this product to be free of defects  
in material and workmanship if used under normal  
operating conditions for a period of one (1) year from  
the original date of purchase (see the Limited Warranty  
terms in § 4 below), unless a longer minimum warranty  
period is mandated by applicable local laws. If the product  
shows any defects within the specified warranty period  
and that defect is not excluded under § 4, MUSIC Group  
shall, at its discretion, either replace or repair the product  
using suitable new or reconditioned product or parts.  
In case MUSIC Group decides to replace the entire product,  
this limited warranty shall apply to the replacement  
product for the remaining initial warranty period, i.e.,  
one (1) year (or otherwise applicable minimum warranty  
period) from the date of purchase of the original product.  
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been  
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug  
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen  
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed  
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has  
been dropped.  
accompanying literature. Please read the manual.  
Caution  
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not  
remove the top cover (or the rear section).  
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to  
qualified personnel.  
Caution  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,  
do not expose this appliance to rain and  
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket  
outlet with a protective earthing connection.  
16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is  
used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall  
remain readily operable.  
moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping  
or splashing liquids and no objects filled with liquids,  
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.  
Caution  
These service instructions are for use  
by qualified service personnel only.  
(3) Upon validation of the warranty claim, the repaired  
or replacement product will be returned to the user  
freight prepaid by MUSIC Group.  
To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any  
servicing other than that contained in the operation  
instructions. Repairs have to be performed by qualified  
service personnel.  
(4) Warranty claims other than those indicated above  
are expressly excluded.  
PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT. IT IS YOUR PROOF  
OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR LIMITED WARRANTY.  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT SUCH PROOF  
OF PURCHASE.  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
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§ 2 Online registration  
4. Follow all instructions.  
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER  
equipment right after your purchase at behringer.com  
under“Support”and kindly read the terms and conditions  
of our limited warranty carefully. Registering your  
purchase and equipment with us helps us process  
your repair claims quicker and more efficiently.  
Thank you for your cooperation!  
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in  
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as  
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus  
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
§ 3 Return materials authorization  
(1) To obtain warranty service, please contact the  
retailer from whom the equipment was purchased.  
Should your MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller not be  
located in your vicinity, you may contact the MUSIC Group  
Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under  
 
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“Support”at behringer.com. If your country is not  
listed, please check if your problem can be dealt with  
by our“Online Support”which may also be found under  
“Support”at behringer.com. Alternatively, please submit  
an online warranty claim at behringer.com BEFORE  
returning the product. All inquiries must be accompanied  
by a description of the problem and the serial number  
of the product. After verifying the product’s warranty  
eligibility with the original sales receipt, MUSIC Group  
will then issue a Return Materials Authorization  
(“RMA”) number.  
connection or operation of the unit in any way  
that does not comply with the technical or safety  
regulations applicable in the country where the  
product is used;  
(3) This warranty does not detract from the seller’s  
obligations in regard to any lack of conformity of the  
product and any hidden defect.  
§ 9 Amendment  
damage/defects caused by acts of God/Nature  
(accident, fire, flood, etc) or any other condition that  
is beyond the control of MUSIC Group.  
Warranty service conditions are subject to change without  
notice. For the latest warranty terms and conditions  
and additional information regarding MUSIC Group’s  
limited warranty, please see complete details online at  
behringer.com.  
(7) Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by  
unauthorized personnel (user included) will void the  
limited warranty.  
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including all MUSIC Group companies  
(8) If an inspection of the product by MUSIC Group  
shows that the defect in question is not covered by the  
limited warranty, the inspection costs are payable by  
the customer.  
(2) Subsequently, the product must be returned in  
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(9) Products which do not meet the terms of this  
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expense. MUSIC Group or its authorized service center will  
inform the buyer of any such circumstance. If the buyer  
fails to submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after  
notification, MUSIC Group will return the unit C.O.D. with  
a separate invoice for freight and packing. Such costs will  
also be invoiced separately when the buyer has sent in a  
written repair order.  
(3) Shipments without freight prepaid will not  
be accepted.  
§ 4 Warranty Exclusions  
(1) This limited warranty does not cover consumable  
parts including, but not limited to, fuses and batteries.  
Where applicable, MUSIC Group warrants the valves or  
meters contained in the product to be free from defects  
in material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90)  
days from date of purchase.  
(10) MUSIC Group Authorized Resellers do not sell new  
products directly in online auctions. Purchases made  
through an online auction are on a“buyer beware”basis.  
Online auction confirmations or sales receipts are not  
accepted for warranty verification and MUSIC Group will  
not repair or replace any product purchased through an  
online auction.  
(2) This limited warranty does not cover the product  
if it has been electronically or mechanically modified  
in any way. If the product needs to be modified or  
adapted in order to comply with applicable technical  
or safety standards on a national or local level, in any  
country which is not the country for which the  
product was originally developed and manufactured,  
this modification/adaptation shall not be considered a  
defect in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty  
does not cover any such modification/adaptation,  
regardless of whether it was carried out properly or not.  
Under the terms of this limited warranty, MUSIC Group  
shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from  
such a modification/adaptation.  
§ 5 Warranty transferability  
This limited warranty is extended exclusively to the  
original buyer (customer of authorized reseller) and is  
not transferable to anyone who may subsequently  
purchase this product. No other person (reseller, etc.)  
shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf  
of MUSIC Group.  
(3) This limited warranty covers only the product  
hardware. It does not cover technical assistance for  
hardware or software usage and it does not cover  
any software products whether or not contained in  
the product. Any such software is provided“AS IS”  
unless expressly provided for in any enclosed software  
limited warranty.  
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Subject only to the operation of mandatory applicable  
local laws, MUSIC Group shall have no liability to the buyer  
under this warranty for any consequential or indirect  
loss or damage of any kind. In no event shall the liability  
of MUSIC Group under this limited warranty exceed the  
invoiced value of the product.  
(4) This limited warranty is invalid if the  
factory-applied serial number has been altered or  
removed from the product.  
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This limited warranty is the complete and exclusive  
warranty between you and MUSIC Group. It supersedes  
all other written or oral communications related to this  
product. MUSIC Group provides no other warranties for  
this product.  
(5) Free inspections and maintenance/repair work  
are expressly excluded from this limited warranty,  
in particular, if caused by improper handling of the  
product by the user. This also applies to defects caused  
by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders,  
crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, guitar strings,  
illuminants and similar parts.  
§ 8 Other warranty rights and  
national law  
(1) This limited warranty does not exclude or limit the  
buyer’s statutory rights as a consumer in any way.  
(6) Damage/defects caused by the following conditions  
are not covered by this limited warranty:  
(2) The limited warranty regulations mentioned herein  
are applicable unless they constitute an infringement of  
applicable mandatory local laws.  
improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the  
unit in compliance with the instructions given in  
BEHRINGER user or service manuals;  
 
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1. Introduction  
1.1.2 Initial operation  
Often used in the past to compensate for the inadequacies of analogue  
technology, the exciter in today’s Digital Age is a secret weapon of sound  
engineers for generating contemporary productions that truly stand out. You can  
now experience this exciting circuit with the SX3040. The unit works with two  
independent channels, so you can selectively process stereo or two mono signals  
separately from each other.  
Ensure adequate air supply and to avoid overheating do not place the unit near  
radiators etc.  
Blown fuses must be replaced by fuses of the correct rating!  
Please refer to the “SPECIFICATIONS” section for the applicable rating.  
For connection to the mains use the enclosed power cord with cold connector  
which complies with the relevant safety regulations.  
Whether you purchased the SX3040 for your studio, live sound or the stage,  
the unit’s sound qualities are so impressive that you’ll never again want to do  
without this sound enhancer when mixing. We at BEHRINGER hope you enjoy  
your new acquisition.  
Please make sure that all devices are properly grounded/earthed.  
For your own safety, never remove or disable the ground/earth  
conductors from the devices or on the power cords. The unit  
must always be connected to the mains outlet with a protective  
grounding connection.  
1.1 Before you get started  
The tone quality may diminish within the range of powerful radio  
broadcasting stations and high-frequency sources. Increase the  
distance between the transmitter and the unit, and use shielded cables  
for all connections.  
1.1.1 Shipment  
Your product was carefully packed at the factory to ensure safe transport.  
Nevertheless, if the box is damaged inspect the unit immediately for signs  
of damage.  
1.1.3 Online registration  
If the unit is damaged please do NOT return it to us, but notify your  
dealer and the shipping company immediately; otherwise, claims for  
damage or replacement may not be granted.  
Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase  
warranty carefully.  
We recommend that you use a flight case to give the unit optimum  
protection during use or transport.  
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention to have it  
repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact  
the BEHRINGER retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Should your  
BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact  
one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the  
original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact  
Information). Should your country not be listed, please contact the distributor  
nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website  
(http://behringer.com).  
Otherwise, always use the original box to prevent damage during  
storage or transport.  
Make sure that children cannot play unsupervised with the unit or  
its packaging.  
Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials.  
Recylce whenever possible.  
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair  
claims more quickly and efficiently.  
Thank you for your cooperation!  
2. Control elements and Connections  
2.1 Front panel  
The control elements for CHANNEL 1 and CHANNEL 2 are identical.  
In the following paragraphs the functions are described using CHANNEL 1 as an example.  
BASS PROCESSOR  
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(4)  
(5) (6) (7)  
(8)  
Fig. 2.1: Control elements on the front panel  
BASS PROCESSOR  
(2) TUNE: This control selects an upper cut-off frequency for bass processing.  
The control range is from 50 Hz (MIN) to 160 Hz (MAX).  
(1) DRIVE: This control adjusts the intensity for bass processing. The optimal  
working point is set when the green LED lights up regularly as loud bass  
signal peaks occur. The longer the LED lights up, the longer the duration  
of the bass signal at peak levels (Sustain), leading to a tighter and more  
voluminous bass.  
(3) MIX: This control defines the portion of the processed bass signal that  
should be mixed with the original signal.  
 
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SONIC EXCITER  
(8) POWER: Use the POWER switch to put the unit into operation. The POWER  
switch should be in the “Off” position when you connect the unit to the  
power feed (mains).  
(4) TUNE: Sets the cut-off frequency at which the harmonic exciter starts  
working. The control range is from 1.3 kHz (MIN) to 10 kHz (MAX).  
To disconnect the unit from the mains, pull out the power plug.  
When switching on the unit ensure that the power plug is easily accessible.  
To mount the unit in a rack ensure that the unit can easily be disconnected  
from the mains by means of a plug or an all-pole mains switch on the  
back side.  
(5) HARMONICS: This control is used to set the number of harmonics that  
should be added to the signal. This parameter has a direct influence on the  
detail reproduction and the quality of the sound. Use the “MIN” setting for  
critical signals, e.g. voice, and “MAX” for extreme processing, e.g. for drums.  
(6) MIX: Defines the portion of the harmonic exciter signal that should be mixed  
Please note: Switching the POWER switch off does not disconnect the  
unit completely from the mains. For this reason you should unplug the  
power cord if the unit is not going to be used for prolonged periods  
of time.  
with the original signal.  
(7) IN/OUT: Activates and deactivates signal processing. The LED lights up in the  
active operating mode.  
2.2 Rear panel  
(10)  
ALL INPUTS  
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OUTPUTS  
ALL INPUTS OUTPUTS  
&
FULLY BALANCED  
FULLY BALANCED  
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Fig. 2.2: Control elements on the rear panel  
(11)  
(9) FUSE HOLDER / IEC POWER SOCKET: The mains connection is made via  
3.1 Two separate unit functions  
an IEC main socket. It complies with relevant safety regulations. A suitable  
power cord is included. Replace the fuse with a fuse of the same type.  
The SX3040 has two different processing sections for each channel: a BASS  
PROCESSOR and a HARMONIC EXCITER. The advantage is that the output level  
is not changed with SX3040 processing. Hence, overloading of loudspeakers  
and other devices is avoided. Moreover, the sound modification is not static,  
but dynamic and adapts automatically to different signals.  
(10) OUTPUTS 1: Balanced XLR sockets and ¼" jacks. These are used to connect  
amplifiers as well as further signal processors and recording devices.  
The jacks and XLR sockets can be used in parallel when two outputs  
are required.  
The BASS PROCESSOR works like a frequency-selective compressor. Depending on  
the signal dynamics, an adjustable frequency range is compressed, shifted in  
phase and mixed with the original signal. During the compression, peak levels  
are temporally extended and hence perceived to be more intense. The phase shift  
enhances the bass similarly to a chorus effect.  
(11) INPUTS 1: Balanced XLR sockets and ¼" jacks. These are used to connect  
line-level signal sources (e.g. a mixing console). To avoid interference,  
use only the jacks or the XLR sockets, not both at once.  
SERIAL NUMBER: The serial number can be found on the back right side of  
the unit. It is needed for online registration.  
Exciter-enhanced sound has been a significant part of high-quality commercial  
productions for decades. The HARMONIC EXCITER enhances the audio material  
with additional harmonics in dependence of frequency. In instruments the  
harmonic structure determines the character of the sound as well as the presence  
and hence the punch. The more harmonics an exciter adds to the original signal  
and the higher their levels, the more pronounced the signal character.  
3. Practical Application  
The SX3040 is classified as a psychoacoustic processor. These devices improve  
sound with sophisticated signal modifications which are subjectively perceived  
as clearer and more sonically pleasing. Algorithms based on the human sense of  
hearing influence the quality and the time-based progression of the audio signals  
without changing the level ratio. The sound is thereby perceived to be more  
contoured and voluminous. Use the SX3040 for mastering in the studio, for live  
sound to improve the reproduction quality of PA systems, as a link between  
instruments and amplifiers or between playback and recording devices for  
restoring old recordings.  
3.2 Application examples  
The SX3040 can be incorporated into a set-up in two different ways:  
Series cable connection  
Parallel cable connection  
In the following sections the two variants are described in greater detail.  
 
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3.2.1 Series cable connection (Insert mode)  
B1220 PRO  
B1220 PRO  
The simplest form of series connection consists of a signal chain in which several  
devices are connected in a row, e.g. keyboard effects unit (SX3040)   
amplifier. An input signal is fed into the effects unit (SX3040) and a mixed signal  
consisting of an input signal and a processed effect signal is sent to an amplifier  
or a recording device (MD recorder, computer etc.) for reproduction.  
Another type of series connection can be made by using the Insert point of a  
mixing console or instrument amplifier. In this configuration the signal is sent  
out from the mixer channel via a special Y-lead and a mixed signal (dry and  
effect signals) is routed from the outputs of the effects unit (SX3040) back to the  
mixer channel.  
EP2000  
Outputs 1  
With series connection the dry/wet mix is set with the MIX controls on  
the effects unit (SX3040).  
Outputs 2  
SONIC EXCITER  
BASS PROCESSOR  
SONIC EXCITER  
BASS PROCESSOR  
SONIC  
EXCITER  
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HARMONICS  
IN/OUT  
IN/OUT  
DRIVE  
TUNE  
TUNE  
HARMONICS  
POWER  
3.2.2 Parallel cable connection (Aux Send Mode)  
SX3040  
Inputs 1  
Inputs 2  
Parallel connection can be made via the Aux path of a mixing console. A parallel  
decoupled pure effect signal from the effects unit is mixed with the unmodified  
dry signal via this separate effects bus. Mixing of dry and effect signals occurs on  
the mixing console.  
XM8500  
With parallel connection the portion of the effect signal that should be  
added to the original signal is defined with the Aux Return controls on  
the mixing console. The MIX control on the effects unit (SX3040) must  
be set to “MAX” for this.  
Keyboard  
3.2.3 Live sound  
The SX3040 is ideally suited for use with live sound systems in clubs, discos,  
live concerts and public performances. Here the unit not only can considerably  
improve the signal quality, but also can compensate for the inadequacies of small  
or weak PA systems.  
For this application the unit is ideally employed between the mixing console mix  
output and the amplifier input. If a graphic equalizer is also used, it should be  
positioned after the SX3040.  
Channels 1 and 2 must have the same setting since this application involves  
stereo processing. Otherwise, the original stereo image will be distorted.  
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With the MIX controls you define the portion of the processed signal  
that should be mixed with the original signal separately for the BASS  
PROCESSOR and SONIC EXCITER sections.  
Fig. 3.1: Use of the SX3040 with live sound systems  
 
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3.2.4 Studio application  
3.2.5 Stage operation with instrument amplifiers  
In a studio environment the SONIC EXCITER is ideal for mastering to enhance the  
sound of recordings. The SX3040 can lend your music the professional polish of  
high-quality productions in just a few steps. Even if you primarily work with a  
digital audio workstation, you can perform the final mastering with the SX3040  
and an external recorder.  
Besides being ideal for use with stereo signals, the SONIC EXCITER is also suitable  
for use with one or two individual signals, e. g. guitars. With electric guitars it can  
be used in combination with a combo amp or a separate modelling processor-  
amplifier combination to give the guitar sound more presence, fullness and  
punch. A similar combination with a keyboard and an external amplifier  
is possible.  
For this application connect the SX3040 before the mastering recorder.  
Channels 1 and 2 must have the same settings, as this application involves stereo Because the two channels of the SX3040 work independently, even two different  
processing. Otherwise, the original stereo image will be distorted.  
mono signals can be processed.  
With the MIX controls you define the portion of the processed signal  
that should be mixed with the original signal separately for the BASS  
PROCESSOR and SONIC EXCITER sections.  
Connect the SX3040 to the effects loop connections on your combo amplifier.  
Determine whether the effects loop connections on your amplifier work in  
series in Insert mode or in parallel in Aux Send mode. Then set the MIX controls  
accordingly (see sections 3.2.1 and 3.2.2). If in doubt, refer to the instruction  
manual for your amplifier.  
If you are using a modelling processor, you must connect the processor output to  
the SX3040 input and route the SX3040 signal to the amplifier.  
Md Recorder  
BASS PROCESSOR  
SONIC EXCITER  
BASS PROCESSOR  
SONIC EXCITER  
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TUNE  
TUNE  
HARMONICS  
IN/OUT  
IN/OUT  
DRIVE  
TUNE  
TUNE  
HARMONICS  
POWER  
SX3040  
Electric Guitar  
Bass Guitar  
Computer  
Return  
Send  
V-AMP PRO  
FCA202  
XM8500  
GMX212  
Inputs 1  
Outputs 1  
Inputs 2  
SONIC EXCITER  
BASS PROCESSOR  
SONIC EXCITER  
BASS PROCESSOR  
Keyboard  
SONIC  
EXCITER  
SX3040  
1
2
MIN  
MAX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIN  
MAX  
MIX  
DRIVE  
TUNE  
TUNE  
HARMONICS  
IN/OUT  
IN/OUT  
DRIVE  
TUNE  
TUNE  
HARMONICS  
POWER  
SX3040  
Outputs 2  
BXL3000A  
1622USB  
Fig. 3.3: The SX3040 in use with guitar amplifiers  
Fig. 3.2: The SX3040 in Studio mode  
 
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3.3 Basic operation  
Due to the small number of SX3040 controls, this is an easy processor to operate.  
Perform the following steps:  
1) Connect the unit according to the application as described in section 3.2.  
First make the following settings for one channel (channel 1 or 2  
depending on input assignment). For stereo applications choose the  
same settings for the second channel.  
2) Switch on all devices (amplifier and loudspeaker last) and ensure that the  
IN/OUT switch (7) on the SX3040 is illuminated, i.e. that the unit is working  
and all controls are set to “MIN”. For series connection set the MIX controls to  
the middle positions; for parallel connection set them to “MAX” (see sections  
3.2.1 and 3.2.2).  
Fig. 4.1: Unbalanced jack cable with ¼" TS jack plugs  
3) Turn the DRIVE control (1) until the desired bass saturation effect is  
achieved and the green LED regularly lights up when peak levels occur.  
If your other equipment has balanced inputs, use a balanced switched cable  
with two stereo jack plugs at the balanced outputs of the SX3040. These cables  
provide a high level of security against interference signals such as noise  
interference from power cables, and should be used for all long cable routes.  
4) Turn the TUNE control (2) to specify the frequency range for processing.  
5) Turn the HARMONICS control (5) until the desired enhancement effect in  
the high-frequency range is achieved.  
6) Turn the TUNE control (4) to specify the frequency range for processing.  
7) To compare the original and processed signals, repeatedly press the IN/OUT  
button. Then adjust the dry/wet balance as desired.  
8) Repeat steps 3) to 7) until you are satisfied with the result.  
4. Installation  
4.1 Rack mounting  
The BEHRINGER SONIC EXCITER SX3040 requires 1 U of height for installation  
in a 19-inch rack. Please make sure that you leave around 10 cm for the rear  
connections. For installation of the unit in a rack please use M6 machine screws  
and nuts.  
4.2 Audio connections  
Fig. 4.2: Balanced jack cable with ¼" TRS jack plugs  
There are various ways to integrate the SX3040 into your setup. Depending on  
the application you will need different connecting cables, and these will be  
discussed in the following section.  
Alternatively, you can use professional XLR cables with an XLR socket on one side  
and an XLR plug on the other side. This cable connection is the most reliable both  
electrically and mechanically.  
4.2.1 Cabling with jack cables  
To operate the SX3040 in series with other equipment, you will need standard  
commercial ¼" jack cables, often referred to as instrument cables or patch cables.  
These cables have a ¼" TS jack plug at each end. Connect the inputs of the  
equipment with the corresponding outputs of each of the other devices.  
Fig. 4.3: Balanced XLR plug  
 
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4.2.2 Connection with insert cables  
5. Specifications  
Use standard ¼" insert cables to connect the SONIC EXCITER to the insert path of  
a mixing console. These Y cables have two ¼" TS connectors at one end, and one  
¼" TRS connector at the other. Connect the plug marked “Send” to the INPUT  
L jack on the effects unit. Connect the “Return” plug to the OUTPUT L jack on  
the device. Connect the TRS connector to the insert jack of the channel strip on  
the mixing console. Use two insert cables for stereo sub-groups and main-mix  
inserts. The second cable must be connected to the INPUT/OUTPUT R jacks of  
the SX3040.  
Inputs  
Connections  
XLR sockets and ¼" stereo jacks  
Type  
Balanced  
Input impedance  
Nominal input level  
Maximum input level  
20 kΩ balanced, 10 kΩ unbalanced  
+4 dBu  
+22 dBu  
Outputs  
Connections  
XLR sockets and ¼" stereo jacks  
Servo-balanced  
Type  
Output impedance  
Maximum output level  
60 Ω balanced, 60 Ω unbalanced  
+22 dBu  
Bass Processor  
Type  
Frequency-selective compressor with  
phase shifter  
Filter cut-off frequency  
50 Hz to 160 Hz  
Sonic Exciter  
Type  
Harmonic exciter  
1.3 kHz to 10 kHz  
Filter cut-off frequency  
System Data  
Fig. 4.4: Insert cable with one ¼" TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) jack plug on one end andtwo ¼" TS  
(tip-sleevel) jack plugs on the other end  
Frequency response  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
Distortion (THD + N)  
Crosstalk  
10 Hz to 120 kHz, 3 dB  
>90 dB, unweighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz  
0.005 % typ. @ +4 dBu, 1 kHz (IN)  
>90 dB  
Power Supply  
Mains Voltage  
USA/Canada  
China/Korea  
Europe/UK/Australia  
Japan  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
220 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
230 V AC, 50 Hz  
100 V AC, 50-60 Hz  
120/230 V AC, 50-60 Hz  
approx. 12 W  
Export model  
Power consumption  
Fuse  
100-120 V AC: T 250 mA, H 250 V  
220-240 V AC: T 125 mA, H 250 V  
 
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Dimensions/Weight  
Dimensions (H x W x D)  
Weight  
approx. 8.54 x 1.8 x 19"  
approx. 217 x 44.5 x 483 mm  
approx. 5.1 lbs / 2.30 kg  
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts,  
modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and  
appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.  
 
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