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Covers reading instructions, avoiding water, proper cleaning, ventilation, electrical safety, grounding, and servicing.
Details using specified accessories, securing equipment, and proper servicing.
Advises on checking for damage upon shipment and proper handling.
Covers adequate air supply, fuse replacement, grounding, and avoiding high volume levels.
Guides on product registration and how to use the manual for detailed information.
Describes the XLR mic input with phantom power and 1/4" TRS line input.
Explains the TRIM control for gain and the 3-band equalizer section.
Describes stereo line inputs, TRIM control, and the stereo equalizer with dual mid bands.
Explains how aux and FX buses work with stereo channels, mixing to mono first.
Explains subgroup faders, solo switches, routing to main mix, and subgroup outputs.
Describes stereo channels with dedicated aux sends, suitable for monitoring.
Details the mono out fader, low-pass filter, and its connector for subwoofer applications.
Explains the main fader, XLR/TRS outputs, main inserts, phantom power, and the level meter.
Describes the talkback function for communicating with musicians via AUX SEND outputs.
Details volume control for headphones/monitors and signal source selection.
Explains RCA connections for CD/tape and the standby mode function for muting channels.
Covers master controls for aux send levels and their output connectors.
Explains the 9-band stereo EQ, its usage for room acoustics, and the FBQ feedback detection system.
Details the effects processor, preset selection, FX SEND/RETURN, and routing options.
Covers power switch, phantom power activation, fuse holder, and serial number.
Lists and describes parallel effects (add-to-mix) and insert effects (full signal processing).
Illustrates a studio wiring example for 4-track recording using subgroups and tape returns.
Shows a typical live setup wiring for drums, bass, guitar, and vocals.
Explains unbalanced TS, balanced TRS, headphone, and insert send/return connectors.
Details stereo RCA connectors for tape and balanced/unbalanced XLR connectors.
Lists and describes parallel effects like reverb, chorus, delay, and their applications.
Lists and describes insert effects like compressor, gate, expander, and their applications.
Details technical specifications for mono/stereo inputs, outputs, impedance, and frequency response.
Provides specifications for the DSP, power supply, dimensions, and weight of the unit.
The EURODESK SL3242FX-PRO/SL2442FX-PRO is a state-of-the-art mixing console designed for a wide variety of professional audio applications, including studio and live use. It offers extensive functionality, a broad range of connections, and expansion options, building on BEHRINGER's expertise in professional recording studio technology.
One of its most notable features is the FBQ Feedback Detection System, integrated into the graphic equalizer. This system simplifies the process of identifying and eliminating feedback frequencies by illuminating the LEDs of the EQ faders corresponding to the problematic frequencies. This makes feedback suppression quick and intuitive.
The microphone channels are equipped with IMP "Invisible" Mic Preamps, which deliver exceptional audio performance. These preamps boast a 130 dB dynamic range, providing significant headroom and ensuring crystal-clear reproduction of even the subtlest details. They offer an ultra-wide bandwidth from below 10 Hz to over 200 kHz, ensuring natural sound and neutral signal reproduction with extremely low noise and distortion. The IMP preamps are designed for perfect adaptation to any microphone, offering up to 60 dB gain and +48 V phantom power, enabling users to maximize the dynamic range of their 24-bit/192-kHz HD recorders for ultimate audio quality.
The EURODESK also integrates two 24-bit multi-effects processors with A/D and D/A converters, featuring algorithms from BEHRINGER's renowned VIRTUALIZER PRO DSP2024P. Each processor offers 99 presets, including high-quality room simulations, delay and modulation effects, compressor, tube distortion, and other effects, all delivering excellent audio quality. These built-in effects eliminate the need for external wiring, reducing the risk of ground loops and level differences, and simplifying handling. The effects presets range from classic "add-to-mix" effects (1 to 70), which blend the dry channel signal with the effect signal, to "insert" effects (71 and higher) that process the entire signal. When using insert presets, it's crucial to isolate the respective channel from all buses (SUB and MAIN not pressed) and route the effect signal only to the main mix.
The mixer features an integrated switch-mode power supply (SMPS) with AUTORANGE functionality, automatically adapting to supply voltages between 100 and 240 V. This design offers significantly higher efficiency and is more economical in terms of power consumption compared to conventional power supplies.
For initial setup, it's recommended to use a flight case for optimal protection during transport and storage, and always use the original packaging. Adequate air supply is crucial to prevent overheating, so the unit should not be placed near radiators. Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of the correct rating. The included power cord with a cold connector should be used for mains connection, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proper grounding of all devices is essential for safety; ground conductors should never be removed or disabled. The unit must always be connected to a mains outlet with a protective earthing connection. High volume levels can damage hearing and/or loudspeakers, so users should always ensure appropriate volume settings. To prevent switch-on/off thumps, power amplifiers or active speakers should be the last components switched on and the first to be switched off.
The sound quality can be affected by powerful broadcasting stations and high-frequency sources. Increasing the distance from transmitters and using shielded cables for all connections can mitigate this.
The mono input channels include balanced XLR microphone inputs with +48 V phantom power and balanced 1/4" TRS line inputs (also compatible with unbalanced plugs). An INSERT I/O connector allows for processing signals with dynamic processors or equalizers, functioning pre-fader, pre-EQ, and pre-aux send. This allows for direct signal path processing without interruption, and can also be used as pre-EQ direct outputs. The TRIM control adjusts input gain, with dual scales for MIC (+10 to +60dB) and LINE (+10 to -40dBu) inputs. A LEVEL SET LED indicates optimal operating level. A high-slope LOW CUT filter eliminates unwanted low-frequency signals (18 dB/oct., -3 dB at 80 Hz).
Each mono channel features a 3-band equalizer with a maximum boost/cut of 15 dB. The HI control is a shelving-type filter for frequencies above 12 kHz. The MID control is a semi-parametric peak filter, allowing selection of a mid-range frequency from 100 Hz to 8 kHz using the FREQ control, then boosting or cutting with the MID control. The LOW control is a shelving-type filter for frequencies below 80 Hz.
Aux/FX send buses allow signals from multiple channels to be collected on a bus and routed to external effects devices or monitor speakers. AUX 1 and AUX 2 controls determine the level of aux signals sent from each channel, which are mono, post-EQ, with up to +15 dB gain. A PRE switch sets aux sends to pre-fader, making their volume independent of the channel fader position, ideal for creating independent monitor mixes. FX 1 and FX 2 controls provide direct access to the built-in effects processors and can also control external effects units via the FX SEND outputs. These FX buses are hard-wired post-fader.
Mono channel fader and control elements include a PAN control for stereo mix positioning and subgroup routing, a MUTE switch to silence the channel signal (muting post-fader aux buses while pre-fader monitor buses remain active), a CLIP LED to indicate overload (requiring input gain reduction via TRIM), and a SOLO switch for monitoring the channel signal without affecting the main output. The SOLO signal can be PFL (pre-fader, mono) or post-panorama (Solo, stereo) and post-channel fader, depending on the SOLO/PFL switch position. SUB switches route the signal to subgroups (1-2 and 3-4), with PAN determining routing to hard left (sub 1 or 3) or hard right (sub 2 or 4). A MAIN switch routes the signal to the main mix, and the channel fader governs the channel signal level in the main mix or submix.
Stereo channels feature two balanced line-level inputs on 1/4" TRS connectors for left and right channels, and can process mono signals via the "LEFT" jack. A TRIM control adjusts gain from +20 to -20 dB. The stereo equalizer includes HIGH and LOW filters similar to mono channels, but with two separate midrange bands (HIGH MID at 3 kHz and LOW MID at 400 Hz), which are fixed-frequency. Stereo EQs are preferred for processing stereo signals to avoid issues with different settings between left and right channels. Aux and FX buses on stereo channels function similarly to mono channels, with the stereo signal first mixed to mono before routing to the aux bus. Stereo channels 21-24 (SL2442FX-PRO) or 29-32 (SL3242FX-PRO) have two stereo aux send sections (AUX 1 and AUX 2) and a LEVEL control, hard-wired pre-fader for monitoring, and always sent to the main mix. They can be used for connecting CD players, tape decks, etc.
Subgroups 1-4 allow for creating mono or stereo mixes from multiple input signals. Subgroup faders determine the volume at the subgroup outputs, and routing switches send the subgroup signal to the main mix (left, right, or both). SOLO switches enable monitoring of subgroup signals without affecting the main or sub output. SUBGROUP OUTs provide signals for multi-track recording.
The mono out section is designed for subwoofer applications, routing the main mix signal to a separate power amp. A tunable low-pass filter (30 to 200 Hz) limits the signal content to low frequencies, creating a perfect subwoofer signal. The MONO fader controls the volume, and the LOW PASS FILTER switch activates the filter. The MONO OUT connector provides a line-level mono signal, also usable as a monitor bus.
The main out section includes balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS MAIN OUT connectors for the main mix signal. MAIN INSERT connectors allow for connecting dynamics processors or equalizers for further mix signal processing. The high-precision MAIN fader controls the main mix output level. The level meter accurately indicates output signal levels, displaying PFL or SOLO signals depending on the SOLO/PFL switch position. The +48 V LED indicates phantom power activation. The POWER LED illuminates when the console is on.
The talkback function allows communication with musicians in a recording room or on stage. The LEVEL control adjusts talkback volume, and the TALK TO AUX 1/2 switch activates the built-in microphone, sending its signal to AUX SEND jacks 1 and 2.
The phones & control room section includes a PHONES/CTRL R control for adjusting headphone or monitor speaker volume. Switches select the signal source for the PHONES/CTRL ROOM jack (MAIN, CD/TAPE, AUX 1/2, subgroups 1-2, and 3-4).
Master aux send 1 and 2 controls adjust the volume level sent to the corresponding aux send connectors, allowing control over the mix of all AUX 1 or AUX 2 signals from input channels. The AUX SEND section also has a SOLO switch. AUX SEND outputs route master AUX SEND signals to external effects devices or monitor speakers.
A graphic 9-band stereo equalizer processes either the main or AUX 1 signal, allowing sound adaptation to room acoustics. The EQ IN switch activates the equalizer. The MAIN/AUX 1 switch selects the signal to be processed. The FBQ IN switch activates the FBQ Feedback Detection System, indicating feedback frequencies with brightly lit fader LEDs.
The effects section includes two DUAL 24-BIT DIGITAL MULTI-EFFECTS PROCESSORS. The EffeCt displays show selected presets. Master FX 1 (or 2) SEND controls adjust the volume of FX send signals to the FX send jacks and the built-in effects processor. The FX 1 (or 2) controls select and activate effects presets. FX 1 (or 2) TO AUX 1/AUX 2 controls add effect signals to the AUX 1/AUX 2 monitor mix. FX 1 (or 2) TO MAIN controls route effect signals to the main mix or subgroups (1-2 or 3-4). Selector switches determine routing to main mix or subgroups. FX SEND connectors provide "dry" master FX send signals to external effects devices. Stereo FX RETURN inputs return effect signals from external processors to the main mix. A FOOTSW(ITCH) connector allows a dual footswitch to enable/disable FX 1 or FX 2. FX LED level meters show the effects processor's input signal, with the CLIP LED indicating overload.
On the rear panel, the POWER switch turns the mixer on/off. The PHANTOM switch activates +48 V phantom power for XLR connectors on mono channels. The mains connection is a standard IEC receptacle with an appropriate power cord. A FUSE HOLDER ensures correct fuse replacement. The SERIAL NUMBER is also located on the rear panel.
For maintenance, if the unit is damaged, users should notify their dealer and the shipping company immediately, rather than returning it directly. Only qualified personnel should install and operate the EURODESK, ensuring sufficient electrical contact to earth to prevent electrostatic charges from affecting operation. Servicing is required when the apparatus is damaged in any way, such as a damaged power supply cord or plug, liquid spills, objects falling into the apparatus, exposure to rain or moisture, or if it does not operate normally or has been dropped. Repairs should only be performed by qualified service personnel.
General| Channels | 32 |
|---|---|
| Line Inputs | 32 |
| Other Inputs | 4 Stereo |
| Aux Sends | 6 |
| Effects | Yes |
| Digital Effects | Yes |
| Phantom Power | Yes |
| USB Interface | No |
| Type | Analog |
| Microphone Preamps | 24 |
| Other Outputs | 2x 1/4" TRS |
| EQ Bands | 3-band (LF, MF, HF) |
| Effects Processor | Built-in |
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