Behringer high-precision digital 24-bit/96 kHz EQ/RTA mastering processor DEQ2496 - Manual (Page 4)

4 ULTRACURVE PRO DEQ2496 User Manual
1. Introduction
Thank you very much for expressing your confidence in BEHRINGER products by
purchasing the ULTRACURVE PRO DEQ2496, an extremely high-quality DSP-based
digital audio processor with built-in 24-bit/96 kHz A/D and D/A converters,
making it an ideal tool for both live and studio applications.
The ULTRACURVE PRO gives you a variety of EQs (graphic, parametric and
dynamic) plus a real-time analyzer with Auto EQ function, dynamics processors
such as compressor, expander and peak limiter and a complete set of analog and
digital interface options.
With these and many more features the DEQ2496 is an absolutely all-purpose
device for your recording or mastering studio and will definitely upgrade your
live equipment.
◊ This manual first describes the terminology used, so that you can fully
understand the DEQ2496 and its functions. Please read the manual
carefully and keep it for future reference.
1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
The ULTRACURVE PRO was carefully packed at the factory and the packaging is
designed to protect the unit from rough handling. Nevertheless, we recommend
that you carefully examine the packaging and its contents for any signs of
physical damage which may have occurred during transit.
◊ If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to BEHRINGER, but notify
your dealer and the shipping company immediately. Otherwise claims
for damage or replacement may not be granted.
1.1.2 Initial operation
Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling and,
to avoid overheating, do not place the DEQ2496 on top of power amps or
near radiators, etc.
◊ Blown fuses must be replaced by fuses of the same type and rating.
Please refer to the “Specifications” for further details.
The mains connection is made using the enclosed power cord and a standard IEC
receptacle. It meets all of the international safety certification requirements.
◊ Please make sure that all units have a proper ground connection.
For your own safety, never remove or disable the ground conductor
from the unit or the AC power cord.
1.1.3 Warranty
The DEQ2496’s serial number is located on its top cover. Please take the time to fill
in and return the warranty card within 14 days after the date of purchase, so as to
benefit from our extended warranty. Or register online at behringer.com.
1.2 About this manual
This manual has been designed so that you can get a clear overview of all control
elements and at the same time find detailed information on how to use them.
If you need more information on specific topics, please visit our web site at
behringer.com, where we explain effects processing and power amp applications.
2. Control Elements
2.1 Front panel
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
Fig. 2.1: LED meter and menu keys
(1) The LED METER indicates the DEQ2496’s input signal. The top CLIP LED lights
up as soon as the input signal level is too high or the peak limiter in the
Dynamics menu (see chapter 3.4) has been activated.
(2) Use the METER key to select the METER menu (see chapter 3.10).
(3) The DEQ2496 features a built-in real-time analyzer displaying the entire
frequency range. Use the RTA key to select the corresponding menu and
adjust the various settings (see chapter 3.8).
(4) Depending on the currently selected menu, the COMPARE key allows you to
compare either complete presets or individual modules. The following table
shows how the COMPARE key works in each module:
COMPARE
(complete preset)
COMPARE
(module only)
GEQ X
PEQ X
DEQ X
FBD X
WIDTH X
DYN X
UTIL X
I/O X
BYPASS X
RTA not active
MEMORY X
METER not active
Tab. 2.1: COMPARE function for individual ULTRACURVE PRO modules
(5) Press the MEMORY key to select the MEMORY menu (see chapter 3.9).
Here, you can save or recall complete presets or individual modules from
one preset (e.g. GEQ, PEQ etc.). The MEMORY LED lights up as soon as the
parameter values of the preset selected in the MEMORY menu differ from
currently active settings.
(6) (9) (8)
(7)
Fig. 2.2: Keys, display and rotary controls
(6) The PAGE key allows you to select the various pages within one menu.
(7) The functions performed by the keys A and B depend on the selected menu
and are indicated in the display.
(8) This is the LC display of your ULTRACURVE PRO.