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XENYX X2442USB/X2222USB/X1832USB/X1622USB User Manual

SUB OUTPUTS

The subgroup outputs are unbalanced and provide the mix of those channels 

assigned to each subgroup with the SUB switch (X2442USB: switches 1-2 or 3-4) 

next to the channel faders. Thus, you can, for example, route a subgroup to a 

second console or use the output as a recording output in parallel to the main 

outputs. In this way, you can record several tracks simultaneously. With an 

8-track recorder, use Y cables and wire the inputs of your machine so that you 

have 2 x 4 tracks available (e.g. channel 1 to track 1 and 2, etc.). In the first pass, 

you can record the tracks 1, 3, 5 and 7, in the second the tracks 2, 4, 6 and 8.
The XENYX 2442FX already has subgroup outputs wired in parallel (1-5, 2-6, etc.).

5.3  Inserts

X1622USB

Fig. 5.3: Insert points

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On the 2442FX the channel insert points are located on the control 
panel between the line input and the GAIN control.

Insert points are very useful to process channel signals with dynamic processors 

or equalizers. Unlike reverb or other effects devices, whose signals are usually 

added to the dry signal, dynamic processors are most effective on the complete 

signal. In this case, aux send paths are a less-than-perfect solution. It is better 

to interrupt the signal path and insert a dynamic processor and/or equalizer. 

After processing, the signal is routed back to the console at precisely the same 

point it left. However, the channel signal path is interrupted only if a plug is 

inserted into the corresponding jack (stereo phone plug: tip = signal output; 

ring = return input). All mono input channels are equipped with inserts. They are 

pre-fader, pre-EQ and pre-aux send. Inserts can also be used as pre-EQ direct 

outputs, without interrupting the signal path. To this end, you will need a cable 

fitted with mono phone plugs on the tape machine or effect device end, and a 

bridged stereo phone plug on the console side (tip and ring connected).

5.4  Direct outputs (X2442USB only)

X2442USB

Fig. 5.4: Direct outputs 

DIRECT OUTPUTS

The direct outputs of the X2442USB (1 each per mono input channel) are ideal for 

recording if several tracks are to be recorded simultaneously. These unbalanced 

phone jacks are post-EQ, post-mute and post-fader.

5.5  USB input/output

Fig. 5.5: USB input/output

The XENYX mixer line has built-in USB connectivity, allowing stereo signals to 

be sent to and from the mixer and a computer. The audio sent from the mixer to 

a computer is identical to the MAIN MIX. Audio being sent to the mixer from a 

computer can be routed to the main mix with the 2-TR/USB TO MAIN button. 
Connect the USB type B plug into the USB jack on the mixer, and the other end 

into a free USB port on your computer. There are no required drivers, but we 

recommend that PC users install the included ASIO driver. The driver can also be 

downloaded from behringer.com.

5.6  Voltage supply, phantom power supply 

and fuse

All Models

Fig. 5.6: Voltage supply and fuse

FUSE HOLDER/IEC MAINS RECEPTACLE

The console is connected to the mains via the cable supplied, which meets the 

required safety standards. Blown fuses must only be replaced by fuses of the 

same type and rating. The mains connection is made via a cable with IEC mains 

connector. An appropriate mains cable is supplied with the equipment.

POWER switch

Use the 

POWER

 switch to turn on the mixing console. The POWER switch should 

always be in the “Off” position when you are about to connect your unit to 

the mains.
To disconnect the unit from the mains, pull out the main cord plug. 

When installing the product, ensure that the plug is easily accessible. If mounting 

in a rack, ensure that the mains can be easily disconnected by a plug pull or by an 

all-pole disconnect switch on or near the rack.

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Attention: The POWER switch does not fully disconnect the unit from 
the mains. Unplug the power cord completely when the unit is not used 
for prolonged periods of time.

PHANTOM switch

The 

PHANTOM

 switch activates the phantom power (necessary to operate 

condenser microphones) on the XLR sockets of the mono channels. The red 

+48 V

LED illuminates when phantom power is on. As a rule, dynamic microphones can 

still be used with phantom power, provided that they are wired in a balanced 

configuration. In case of doubt, contact the microphone manufacturer!

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Connect microphones before you switch on the phantom power supply. 
Please do not connect microphones to the mixer (or the stagebox/
wallbox) while the phantom power supply is switched on. In addition, 
the monitor/PA loud-speakers should be muted before you activate the 
phantom power supply. After switching on, wait approx. one minute to 
allow for system stabilization.

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Caution! Please also note the information given in chapter 6.2.1 
“Audio connections”.