Behringer T1953 manual Before you get started, Control elements

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TUBE ULTRAGAIN T1953

therefore impair the performance of the units. The transformer-balanced outputs, commonly used in radio and TV engineering, can also be fitted retrospectively upon request. The BEHRINGER transformer OT-1 is designed to the highest exacting standards and is available as an accessory.

1.2 Before you get started

Your BEHRINGER TUBE ULTRAGAIN was carefully packed in the factory and the packaging was 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 in transit.

+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. Shipping claims must be made by the consignee.

The BEHRINGER TUBE ULTRAGAIN fits into two standard 19" rack units of space (3 1/2" / 89.5 mm). Please allow at least an additional 4" depth for the connectors on the back panel.

+Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling and please do not place the TUBE ULTRAGAIN on high temperature devices such as power amplifiers etc. to avoid overheating.

The mains connection of the TUBE ULTRAGAIN is made by using the supplied cable. It meets all of the international safety certification requirements. Please make sure that all units have a proper ground connection.

+Before you connect your TUBE ULTRAGAIN to the mains, please make sure that your local voltage matches the voltage required by the unit!

As a standard the audio inputs and outputs on the BEHRINGER TUBE ULTRAGAIN are fully balanced. If possible, connect the unit to other devices in a balanced configuration to allow for maximum interference immunity. The automatic servo function detects unbalanced connections and compensates the level difference automatically (6 dB correction).

1.3 Control elements

Fig. 1.1: Front panel of the TUBE ULTRAGAIN

The front panel of the BEHRINGER TUBE ULTRAGAIN consists of two identical channels with four switches, four rotary controls and 4 analog meters.

1. INTRODUCTION

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Contents Tube Ultragain Detailed Safety Instructions Safety InstructionsDear Customer ForewordTube Ultragain Table of Contents Concept IntroductionControl elements Before you get startedControl elements on the front panel Tube section of the Tube Ultragain Operation Tab .1 Basic setup of the Tube UltragainTube Ultragain as a microphone preamp ApplicationsTube Ultragain as tube interface Technical BackgroundTube Ultragain as a level converter Tube Ultragain as a direct injection boxLevel Audio dynamicsDynamic range capabilities of various devices Tube history Tubes used in the Tube UltragainDiode Design and functional principle of tubesFormula for calculating partial harmonic distortion Properties of tubesUTC circuit Best of both worldsStudio applications Dynamic range of various media Phantom powerRack mounting InstallationMains connection Transformer-balanced output option Audio connectionsXLR Specifications§ 1 Warranty CARD/ONLINE Registration § 2 Warranty Warranty