Behringer BASS V-AMP PRO - Manual (Page 8)

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BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO
3. APPLICATION EXAMPLES/OPERATING MODES
The ground connection is interrupted when the switch is
depressed (LIFT).
The balanced stereo signal of your BASS V-AMP PRO can
be taken at the DI OUT. This output should be connected to
two balanced channel inputs on your mixing console. The
signal level is set at +4 dBu in studio modes and at -10 dBu
for live modes.
The connection to the inputs of an external stereo effects
unit can be made using the POST DSP SEND (OUT) stereo
output. The signal present at this output is identical to the
signal at the digital outputs. In contrast to the SEND/LINE
OUT connector , the signal is POST DSP here. In case
both of the respective RETURN (IN) connectors are
not in use, the identical signal can be taken at the ANALOG
LINE OUTPUTS .
BASS V-AMP PRO’s signal can be digitally taken at the
S/PDIF output.
The digital output signal of the BASS V-AMP PRO in AES/
EBU format is found at the AES/EBU output (XLR connector),
provided AES/EBU has been selected as output signal
format (please adhere to the second note under E).
Devices used to externally synchronize your BASS V-AMP PRO
should be connected at the WORDCLOCK connector. This
is a high-impedance connector, meaning that it has no
internal terminal resistor (75 Ohm).
This is the MIDI OUT/THRU connector of the BASS V-AMP
PRO. The connector is preconfigured in the MIDI Out setting
at the assembly plant, but it can be switched to MIDI Thru
(see A).
A MIDI foot pedal, for example the BEHRINGER MIDI FOOT
CONTROLLER FCB1010, can be connected at the MIDI IN
connector. Please also read chapter 8.4.
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FUSE RETAINER/VOLTAGE SELECTOR. Please make
sure that the voltage indicated in the voltage selector
maches the local voltage before you connect the unit to the
mains. Always replace blown fuses with fuses of the
same type. Some units feature a fuse retainer in which a
selection between 230 V and 120 V is possible. Please
beware: When using your unit outside of Europe on 120 V,
a higher fuse rate is required (see chapter 8
“INSTALLATION”).
Power is supplied via an IEC connector. The matching
cable is provided with the unit.
2.3 BASS V-AMP connectors (side)
The stereo output signal of your BASS V-AMP can be
taken at the balanced LINE OUT connectors.
This is the MIDI OUT/THRU connector of the BASS V-AMP.
The connector is configured to MIDI Out at the assembly
plant, but it can be reconfigured to MIDI Thru (see A).
A MIDI foot pedal (e.g. the BEHRINGER MIDI FOOT
CONTROLLER FCB1010) can be connected to the MIDI IN
connector. More on this subject in chapter 8.4.
Connect the power supply unit via the AC IN connector.
When you plug the power supply unit in the mains, your
BASS V-AMP is automatically switched on.
Connect the stereo jack of your footswitch FS112V to the
FOOTSWITCH connector. This will enable you to alternate
between different presets within a preset bank. When you
keep the DOWN button on the footswitch pressed for longer
than two seconds, this automatically powers up the tuner.
Doing the same again alternately turns the tuner off.
The volume of the signal fed into the AUX IN input is
adjusted by using the AUX LEVEL control.
By using the AUX IN jack input, you can feed an additional
stereo signal into your BASS V-AMP. This way, you can
play along to a drum computer or a playback.
3. APPLICATION EXAMPLES/
OPERATING MODES
To optimally adapt your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO to
various studio and/or live situations, you may choose between
six different operating modes (CONFIGURATION, keys B and D
in the case of BASS V-AMP as well as keys D and E in the case
of BASS V-AMP PRO). These operating modes function
independently from the settings already selected on the unit
itself (i.e. how the output signal of your BASS V-AMP/
BASS V-AMP PRO is taken). This way, the left and the right
output signals can be used entirely differently. The table on the
following page explains in full detail how you can tap into the
signal at the output of your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO
with or without a speaker simulation/EQ. Additionally, the effects
signal at the output does not necessarily have to be identical for
both sides (see table 3.1).
3.1 Selecting an operating mode
(CONFIGURATION)
Your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO is set to studio 1 (S1)
operating mode when it leaves the assembly plant. To change
this setting, select the CONFIGURATION mode. Please press the
B and D keys at the same time (BASS V-AMP) or D and E (BASS
V-AMP PRO). By using the arrow keys, you select between
different operating modes. To exit this mode, press TUNER once.
Various operating modes are described on the following pages
in greater detail. To adjust the output level of your instrument,
use a specific level control located at the beginning of the signal
path. This way, it is possible to adjust the input sensitivity by
+12/-6 dB (middle value = 0 dB): Please select the
CONFIGURATION mode and adjust the desired sensitivity level
by keeping the TAP key pressed and turning the GAIN control.
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A change in input gain has an effect on all presets.
Therefore, use it with caution to allow for example
an adjustment to instruments with strongly vary-
ing signal levels.
3.2 Standard setup
To use your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO at the practice
room, connect the unit as described in fig. 1.4. and 2.3 of the
included appendix. Instead of a bass, you can of course connect
other musical instruments. Connect your headphones to the
PHONES connector. By using the FS112V footswitch delivered
with your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO, you can alternate
between the five presets contained in a preset bank, or you can
power up the tuner.
Live modes L1 and L2 featured in figures 1.4, 1.5 and 2.4 are
particularly well suited for more demanding live or practice room
applications. By using a MIDI foot controller (fig. 1.4 and 2.5), you
can alternate between different presets, banks and amps, the
tuner etc. An additional stereo signal can be fed into your
BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO at the aux in (see fig. 1.3 and
1.5).
Naturally, your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO is in its best
shape when its bass parts are immortalized on an analog or
digital recording medium. Its advantages are most apparent when
used in recording situations. Your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP
PRO gives you unsurpassed flexibility because you can simply
take it with you into the control room and forget all about having
to use speakers. This way, you have the best control of the
sound of your BASS V-AMP/BASS V-AMP PRO at all times.
If you realize that you have to change the signal on the mixing
console, you can work with the tone engineer on your sound so