Behringer BCD2000 - Manual (Page 10)

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B-CONTROL DEEJAY BCD2000
Fig. 3.3: POWER switch, mains and USB connectors
The USB connector is used for connecting to a computer
with a compatible USB port. The BCD2000 uses the USB
connector to send and receive audio and control data.
A standard power socket is provided for connection to the
mains. A matching power cable is included with the unit.
The POWER switch turns your BCD2000 on and off. It
should always be in the OFF position (out) when connecting
the unit to or disconnecting the unit from the mains.
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Please note: The power switch does not completely
separate your BCD2000 from AC power. If you plan on
not using your BCD2000 for a prolonged period of time,
please disconnect it from the mains by removing the
power cable from the wall outlet.
4. THE B-DJ SOFTWARE
Here’s a short overview of the enclosed B-DJ program. Since
many program functions are controlled from the B-CONTROL,
chapter 5 describes how to work with the B-DJ system (hardware
and software) as a whole. A detailed description of the B-DJ
software can be found in the enclosed B-DJ manual (pdf document
accessible via Configuration > Help).
Fig. 4.1: The main B-DJ window
The B-DJ user interface is divided into several sections: the two
decks are displayed in the lower left and right halves of the screen,
like two CD players or turntables (deck A is on the left and deck B
is on the right). Between the two decks, there is the mixer section
with the crossfader and level indicators for both decks as well as
the master level indicator.
The List Browser is located in the upper half of the screen, on the
left; the list currently selected is shown on the right.
In the middle of the screen, there are the two graphic waveform
displays showing the tracks currently loaded in the decks.
5. OPERATION
5. OPERATION
The operating concept of the B-DJ system has been designed so
that you will understand it quickly and intuitively. All control
elements are arranged in a way you probably know from DJ mixers
or DJ CD players. The user interface (BCD2000 Blue Skin) is
almost identical to the user interface of the BCD2000, so that you
can control as many functions as possible from the B-CONTROL,
thus knowing immediately where to do what—without having to
touch your computer mouse.
5.1 First steps
Wiring
First of all, connect all the devices you need to the BCD2000.
Make sure the unit is off before connecting it to other equipment.
If you want to use the BCD2000 without additional audio sources
(CD player, turntable, microphone), you only need to wire the
outputs:
Fig. 5.1: Standard wiring of the BCD2000
Connect the MASTER output to your hi-fi system, a pair of
active speakers or the PA system in the club where you are
playing. Connect your headphones to the PHONES output .
The BEHRINGER DJ headphones HPX4000 are particularly well
suited.
Program launch
Once you have installed the driver and B-DJ software, you can
launch the program. Boot your computer, then switch on the
BCD2000. Your computer will detect the driver and display the
control panel icon. Start the B-DJ program via the Start bar or by
clicking on the B-DJ icon.