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Users Manual
Version 1.1 September 2003
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
expose this appliance to rain and moisture. heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the device.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
device combination to avoid injury from stumbling over
it.
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ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ1502/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ3102/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ6200
1. INTRODUCTION 3
ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ1502/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ3102/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ6200
The FBQ1502 requires just one rack space, yet it offers you + Faulty fuses must be replaced with fuses of
tons of effective methods for adjusting the sound characteristics, appropriate rating without exception! The correct
and is ultra-compact and extremely simple to operate. value of the fuse needed can be found in the chapter
SPECIFICATIONS.
The FBQ3102 features 31 frequency bands per channel as
well as adjustable high-pass and low-pass filters. These filters Power is delivered via the cable provided with the unit. All
further augment the adjustability options available to you. requiered safety precautions have been adhered to.
With its integrated limiters, noise generator and the adjustable + Please make sure that the unit is grounded at all
subwoofer output with signal level display and its 62 lighted times. For your own protection, you should never
45 mm faders, the FBQ6200 is our top model in this category. tamper with the grounding of the cable or the unit
Future-oriented BEHRINGER technology itself.
To assure the highest possible degree of usability, all our
equipment is manufactured adhering to the highest quality 1.1.3 Warranty
standards in the audio industry. Your equalizer has been
manufactured under ISO9000 certified management system. Please take a few minutes and send us the completely filled
out warranty card within 14 days of the date of purchase. You
Relay-controlled hard bypass may also register online at www.behringer.com. The serial number
The so-called hard bypass relays were integrated into the needed for the registration is located on the rear of the unit.
development concept of the FBQ6200 and the FBQ3102. These Failure to register your product may void future warranty claims.
relays assure that your equalizer is automatically switched into
bypass mode in the event of loss of power or faulty power
delivery. These fail-safe relays also produce a slight delay during 1.2 The users manual
powering up in order to avoid dangerous switch-on thumps. The users manual is designed to give you both an overview of
Balanced inputs and outputs the control elements, as well as detailed information on how to
The BEHRINGER ULTRAGRAPH PRO models feature electronic use them. In order to help you understand the links between the
servo-balanced inputs and outputs. The servo function performs controls, we have arranged them in groups according to their
automatically, recognizing when unbalanced signals are function. Should you need detailed information about specific
connected and internally converts the nominal signal level so topics not covered in this manual, please visit our website at
that no signal level difference between input and output signals www.behringer.com. For example, additional information about
occurs (6 dB correction). power amps and effects processors is found there.
Use the X-OVER FREQ control to select the desired The limiter confines the signal to an adjustable signal level.
crossover frequency for the subwoofer. Use the THRESHOLD control to adjust the threshold value
of the limiter from -6 to +22 dB. When the control is in the
+ The bandwidth limitation enacted through the high- -6 dB setting, the gain reduction is very pronounced; the
pass filter (LOW CUT) also affects the frequency more you turn the control toward +22 dB, the gain reduction
response of the subwoofer output. is lower. When the threshold control is in its right-most
position, the limiter is not applied.
3. APPLICATION EXAMPLES 7
ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ1502/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ3102/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ6200
3.2 Equalizer in the monitor path 3.2.1 Priming a monitor system
Priming describes the process of detecting and supressing
When using your ULTRAGRAPH PRO in the monitor path, the
feedback frequencies. After placing and leveling your mics and
same applies as when using it as described in section 3.1.
monitors (incl. power amps), you should crank up the aux send
Basically, the stage volume should be as low as possible controls of your mixer.
because:
Now, activate the FBQ feedback detection system by pressing
1. this protects your hearing, the FBQ switch . The slide control LEDs will turn dark.
Then, increase the amplification on your mixer by using the aux
2. there are fewer feedback problems, and send master control until you notice feedback starting to occur.
3. it is easier to create a good FOH sound. Feedback frequencies will now be easily visible through intensive
lighting of the relevant LEDs.
Often, monitor volume level is increased during a concert. Use
intermissions in the program to lower all monitor paths roughly Pull down the slide controls whose LEDs are lit until the
3 dB. The musicians will hardly notice this reduction because feedback subsides. Repeat this procedure to weed out other
their hearing can recover somewhat during an intermission. This possible feedback frequencies. After having adjusted all critical
way you can achieve valuable headroom for possible use later frequencies, when you crank up the aux send master control,
in the program. you will be able to hear only the initial multi-frequency feedback.
Your monitors have reached their maximum volume.
Extremely deep frequencies are usually completely removed
to avoid creating a queasy feedback stage sound. To this end, Leave all other faders in the middle position as long as no need
use the low-cut filter and set it up in such a way that extremely for frequency correction occurs (e.g. measuring with a real-
deep feedback completely disappears, creating a more time analyzer). Set the desired stage volume, and you will have
transparent monitor sound. a tremendous amount of headroom available to you, without
creating audible feedback.
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ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ1502/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ3102/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ6200
4. INSTALLATION
4. INSTALLATION 9
ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ1502/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ3102/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ6200
5. SPECIFICATIONS
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Type 12 dB/oct., Butterworth
Input variable (-15 dB to +15 dB)
Low Cut variable (10 Hz to 400 Hz) switchable, Cutoff @ 25 Hz
High Cut variable (2.5 kHz to 30 kHz) -
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Type analog 31-band equalizer analog 15-band equalizer
20 Hz to 16 kHz in 15 bands
Frequency range 20 Hz to 20 kHz in 31 1/3-octave bands (ISO frequencies)
(ISO frequencies)
Bandwidth 1/3 octave 2/3 octave
Control range +/-6 dB or +/-12 dB (switchable)
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Attack/Release 20 msec / 90 msec -
Threshold variable, -6 dB to +22 dB (off) -
LED meter Gain reduction 20/10/3/1 dB -
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Pink noise, level variable,
Type -
off to 0 dBu,
LED level meter -24/-12/-6/0 dB -
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FBQ activates the FBQ Feedback Detection System
Audio In/Out switch to bypass the equalizer functions
I/O Meter In/Out switches the meter display from input to output -
Range shift of the maximum cut/boost range for all 31/15 bands
Low Cut - - activates the high pass filter
Limiter activates the limiter - -
Pink Noise activates the noise generator - -
Subwoofer activates the subwoofer output - -
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12-segment LED display:
8-segment LED display: 4-segment LED display:
Input/output level -30/-24/-18/-12/-6/
-24/-18/-12/-6/0/+6/+12 dB/CLIP -20/0/+6 dB/CLIP (output only)
-3/0/+3/+6/+9/+12 dB/CLIP
4-segment LED display:
Subwoofer - -
-18/-12/0/+12 dB
10 5. SPECIFICATIONS
ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ1502/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ3102/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ6200
BEHRINGER continuously strives to assure the highest quality standards possible. Required modifications may be implemented
without prior notice. Technical data and the appearance of the unit may deviate from the above values and/or illustrations.
5. SPECIFICATIONS 11
ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ1502/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ3102/ULTRAGRAPH PRO FBQ6200
6. WARRANTY
§ 1 WARRANTY CARD/ONLINE REGISTRATION
To be protected by the extended warranty, the buyer must 3. Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are expressly
complete and return the enclosed warranty card within 14 days excluded from this warranty, in particular, if caused by improper
of the date of purchase to BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik handling of the product by the user. This also applies to defects
GmbH, in accordance with the conditions stipulated in § 3. Failure caused by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders,
to return the card in due time (date as per postmark) will void any crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, tubes and similar
extended warranty claims. Based on the conditions herein, the parts.
buyer may also choose to use the online registration option via
the Internet (www.behringer.com or www.behringer.de). 4. Damages/defects caused by the following conditions are
not covered by this warranty:
§ 2 WARRANTY
s improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in
1. BEHRINGER (BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user
including all BEHRINGER subsidiaries listed on the enclosed page, or service manuals.
except BEHRINGER Japan) warrants the mechanical and
electronic components of this product to be free of defects in s connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not
material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year* from the comply with the technical or safety regulations applicable in
original date of purchase, in accordance with the warranty the country where the product is used.
regulations described below. If the product shows any defects s damages/defects caused by force majeure or any other
within the specified warranty period that are not excluded from condition that is beyond the control of BEHRINGER.
this warranty as described under § 4, BEHRINGER shall, at its
discretion, either replace or repair the product using suitable 5. Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized
new or reconditioned parts. In the case that other parts are used personnel (user included) will void the warranty.
which constitute an improvement, BEHRINGER may, at its 6. If an inspection of the product by BEHRINGER shows that
discretion, charge the customer for the additional cost of these the defect in question is not covered by the warranty, the
parts. inspection costs are payable by the customer.
2. If the warranty claim proves to be justified, the product will 7. Products which do not meet the terms of this warranty will
be returned to the user freight prepaid. be repaired exclusively at the buyers expense. BEHRINGER will
3. Warranty claims other than those indicated above are inform the buyer of any such circumstance. If the buyer fails to
expressly excluded. submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after notification,
BEHRINGER will return the unit C.O.D. with a separate invoice
§ 3 RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER for freight and packing. Such costs will also be invoiced
1. To obtain warranty service, the buyer (or his authorized separately when the buyer has sent in a written repair order.
dealer) must call BEHRINGER (see enclosed list) during normal § 5 WARRANTY TRANSFERABILITY
business hours BEFORE returning the product. All inquiries must
be accompanied by a description of the problem. BEHRINGER This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer
will then issue a return authorization number. (customer of retail dealer) and is not transferable to anyone
who may subsequently purchase this product. No other person
2. Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original (retail dealer, etc.) shall be entitled to give any warranty promise
shipping carton, together with the return authorization number to on behalf of BEHRINGER.
the address indicated by BEHRINGER.
§ 6 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES
3. Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted.
Failure of BEHRINGER to provide proper warranty service shall
§ 4 WARRANTY REGULATIONS not entitle the buyer to claim (consequential) damages. In no
1. Warranty services will be furnished only if the product is event shall the liability of BEHRINGER exceed the invoiced value
accompanied by a copy of the original retail dealers invoice. of the product.
Any product deemed eligible for repair or replacement under the § 7 OTHER WARRANTY RIGHTS AND NATIONAL LAW
terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced.
1. This warranty does not exclude or limit the buyers statutory
2. If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to rights provided by national law, in particular, any such rights
comply with applicable technical or safety standards on a national against the seller that arise from a legally effective purchase
or local level, in any country which is not the country for which contract.
the product was originally developed and manufactured, this
modification/adaptation shall not be considered a defect in 2. The warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable
materials or workmanship. The warranty does not cover any unless they constitute an infringement of national warranty law.
such modification/adaptation, irrespective of whether it was * Customers in the European Union please contact BEHRINGER
carried out properly or not. Under the terms of this warranty, Germany Support for further details.
BEHRINGER shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting
from such a modification/adaptation.
The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording of any kind, for any
purpose, without the express written permission of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH.
BEHRINGER is a registered trademark. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
© 2003 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH.
BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich-Münchheide II, Germany
Tel. +49 2154 9206 0, Fax +49 2154 9206 4903
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