9SONIC EXCITER SX3040 User Manual

3.3Basic operation

Due to the small number of SX3040 controls, this is an easy processor to operate. Perform the following steps:

1) Connect the unit according to the application as described in section 3.2.

◊First make the following settings for one channel (channel 1 or 2 depending on input assignment). For stereo applications choose the same settings for the second channel.

2)Switch on all devices (amplifier and loudspeaker last) and ensure that the IN/OUT switch (7)  on the SX3040 is illuminated, i.e. that the unit is working and all controls are set to “MIN”. For series connection set the MIX controls to the middle positions; for parallel connection set them to “MAX” (see sections 3.2.1 and 3.2.2).

3)Turn the DRIVE control (1)  until the desired bass saturation effect is achieved and the green LED regularly lights up when peak levels occur.

4)Turn the TUNE control (2)  to specify the frequency range for processing.

5)Turn the HARMONICS control (5)  until the desired enhancement effect in the high-frequency range is achieved.

6)Turn the TUNE control (4)  to specify the frequency range for processing.

7)To compare the original and processed signals, repeatedly press the IN/OUT button. Then adjust the dry/wet balance as desired.

8)Repeat steps 3) to 7) until you are satisfied with the result.

4. Installation

4.1 Rack mounting

The BEHRINGER SONIC EXCITER SX3040 requires 1 U of height for installation in a 19-inch rack. Please make sure that you leave around 10 cm for the rear connections. For installation of the unit in a rack please use M6 machine screws and nuts.

4.2 Audio connections

There are various ways to integrate the SX3040 into your setup. Depending on the application you will need different connecting cables, and these will be discussed in the following section.

4.2.1 Cabling with jack cables

To operate the SX3040 in series with other equipment, you will need standard commercial ¼" jack cables, often referred to as instrument cables or patch cables.

These cables have a ¼" TS jack plug at each end. Connect the inputs of the equipment with the corresponding outputs of each of the other devices.

Unbalanced ¼" TS connector

strain relief clamp sleeve

tip

sleeve (ground/shield)

tip

(signal)

Fig. 4.1: Unbalanced jack cable with ¼" TS jack plugs

If your other equipment has balanced inputs, use a balanced switched cable with two stereo jack plugs at the balanced outputs of the SX3040. These cables provide a high level of security against interference signals such as noise interference from power cables, and should be used for all long cable routes.

Balanced ¼" TRS connector

strain relief clamp

sleeve ring tip

sleeve ground/shield

ring cold (-ve)

tip

hot (+ve)

For connection of balanced and unbalanced plugs, ring and sleeve have to be bridged at the stereo plug.

Fig. 4.2: Balanced jack cable with ¼" TRS jack plugs

Alternatively, you can use professional XLR cables with an XLR socket on one side and an XLR plug on the other side. This cable connection is the most reliable both electrically and mechanically.

Balanced use with XLR connectors

21

3

input

1 = ground/shield

2 = hot (+ve)

3 = cold (-ve)

12

3

output

For unbalanced use, pin 1 and pin 3 have to be bridged

Fig. 4.3: Balanced XLR plug