Behringer XENYX QX2222USB/QX1622USB Quick Start Guide

Introduction

This guide provides essential information for setting up and operating your Behringer XENYX QX2222USB/QX1622USB mixer.

The XENYX QX2222USB/QX1622USB is a premium 22/16-Input 2/2-Bus Mixer featuring XENYX Mic Preamps & Compressors, a Klark Teknik Multi-FX Processor, Wireless Option, and USB/Audio Interface.

Important Safety Instructions

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Step 1: Hook-Up

This section provides diagrams illustrating how to connect your audio equipment to the mixer.

Example 1: Project Studio Setup

This setup includes microphones, keyboards, a computer, and speakers connected to the mixer.

Example 2: Band or Small Church Setup

This setup shows connections for a band or small church, including stage monitors and external effects.

Example 3: Business/Multimedia Presentation

This setup illustrates connections for a presentation, including microphones and audio playback devices.

Step 2: Controls

This section details the various controls on the mixer and their functions.

Channel Controls:

• USB wireless input: Accepts a USB receiver for Behringer ULM wireless microphones.
• GAIN knob: Adjusts the sensitivity of the MIC and/or LINE inputs.
• COMP knob: Adjusts the amount of compression effect on the channel.
• EQ knobs: Adjust the high, mid, and low frequencies of the channel. The FREQ knob selects the specific frequency adjusted by the MID knob.
• AUX knobs: Control the amount of the channel's signal routed to the AUX SEND jacks.
• PRE button: Use when routing the signal to a stage monitor.
• FX knob: Sends the channel's signal to the internal multi-FX processor.
• PAN/BAL knob: Positions the channel in the stereo field.
• MUTE button: Mutes the channel.
• CLIP LED: Lights when the channel signal overloads.
• CHANNEL FADER: Adjusts the channel volume.

Master Section Controls:

• AC IN: Accepts the included power cable for connection to a mains outlet.
• POWER ON switch: Turns the mixer on and off.
• PHANTOM ON switch: Sends 48 V to the XLR inputs for use with condenser microphones.
• MULTI-FX PROCESSOR: Adds selected sound effects to channels.
• AUX SENDS: Control signal routing to monitor speakers or external effects processors.
• AUX RETURNS: Control the return signal from external effects processors.
• SOURCE buttons: Route USB/2-TR, SUB, and MAIN MIX signals to PHONES and CONTROL ROOM jacks.
• USB/2-TR TO MAIN button: Routes USB and 2-TRACK signal to the MAIN MIX.
• PHONES/CTRL ROOM knob: Adjusts headphone or studio monitor volume.
• VU METER: Displays the MAIN OUTPUT signal level.
• MODE button: Determines SOLO button operation (Solo in Place or Pre-Fader Listen).
• SUB faders: Adjust the output of the SUB OUTPUT jacks.
• MAIN MIX faders: Adjust the overall output of the mixer.

Step 3: Getting Started

Follow these steps to set up and begin using your mixer:

1. Ensure all devices are turned OFF before connecting.
2. Connect all necessary power, audio, and USB cables.
3. Set all controls as follows: EQ and PAN/BAL centered, all others down/off.
4. Turn the mixer ON.
5. Set the GAIN for each channel. Sing, speak, or play at a normal level through the connected microphone or instrument. Turn the GAIN control so that the loudest peaks reach 0 on the VU METER (using PFL mode). Press the SOLO button again to disengage PFL.
6. Repeat step 5 for all other channels to be used.
7. With the MAIN MIX faders and PHONES/CTRL ROOM knob all the way down, turn on your PA system or powered monitors.
8. Slowly raise the MAIN MIX faders or PHONES/CTRL ROOM knob to the desired level.
9. Press the MAIN button on each channel to assign it to the MAIN MIX.
10. Adjust the relative level of microphones and instruments by raising each CHANNEL FADER.
11. Adjust the left-right position of each channel in the stereo field using the PAN or BAL knob.
12. Adjust the COMP knob to add compression to an input if necessary.
13. Use the channel AUX knobs and master AUX SEND knobs to send 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.
14. For live applications, adjust the overall output from the mixer to the power amp or powered speakers by raising the MAIN MIX faders. If the red CLIP LEDs on the VU METER light up, lower the MAIN MIX faders.

Multi-FX Processor

Your mixer features a built-in multi-effects processor. Follow these steps to add effects:

1. Turn the FX knob up halfway on each channel you want to apply an effect to.
2. Set the FX AUX SEND and FX AUX RETURN knobs to 0. These can be adjusted later.
3. Scroll through the effects by turning the PROGRAM knob. The preset name will flash. Press the PROGRAM knob to select the effect.
4. Adjust parameters 1 and 2: Press the PARAM 1/2 button to enter Edit Mode. Use the PROGRAM knob to adjust the parameter. After 4 seconds of inactivity, the mixer exits Edit Mode.
5. Adjust parameter 3: Press the PARAM 3/TAP button. Use this button to change parameter A/B status or set BPM/tempo by tapping.
6. Readjust each channel's FX knob to ensure the correct amount of effect is added. If the OL (overload) meter segment lights up, turn the FX AUX SEND knob down.
7. The FX FOOTSW jack accepts a footswitch for FX bypass and parameter adjustment (A/B select or tap tempo).

Multi-FX Processor Preset Chart

A detailed chart listing all available presets, their parameters, and ranges is provided for reference.

Specifications

This section provides detailed technical specifications for the QX2222USB and QX1622USB models, including input/output types, frequency response, gain ranges, power requirements, and dimensions.

Federal Communications Commission Compliance Information

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. 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.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by MUSIC Tribe can void the user's authority to use the equipment.

Music Tribe declares that this product complies with relevant EU directives.