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Behringer Tube ultrafex T1954 User Manual

Behringer Tube ultrafex T1954
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TUBE ULTRAFEX
®
T1954
www.behringer.com
Version 1.1 December 2001
Users Manual
ENGLISH
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Behringer Tube ultrafex T1954 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBehringer
ModelTube ultrafex T1954
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Details crucial warnings, cautions, and advice for safe product operation and handling.

Operating Environment Safety

Specifies safe usage conditions concerning water, ventilation, and heat exposure.

Power and Servicing Safety

Outlines precautions for power connection, grounding, cleaning, and authorized servicing.

Foreword

Behringer Tube Ultrafex Key Features

Core Tube and Sonic Enhancement Technologies

Highlights key technologies like ULTRA-TUBE, Natural Sonic, VSP, and noise reduction.

Bass and Multiband Processing

Details vintage bass sound options and multiband processing capabilities.

Build Quality and Connectivity

Covers construction, components, bypass function, and input/output options.

1. Introduction

The Design Concept

Explains the unit's development, integration of tube technology, and psycho-acoustic principles.

Before You Begin Setup

Guidance on initial checks, packaging inspection, and preparation for use.

1. Introduction - Control Elements

Front Panel Control Elements

Overview of switches, rotary controls, LEDs, and analog VU meters.

1. Introduction - Controls Explained

Low Band and High Band Controls

Explains adjustments for bass (LOW MIX, BASS MODE) and treble (HIGH MIX, TUNE).

1. Introduction - Advanced Controls

Surround and Tube Section Controls

Describes operation of SURROUND, WARMTH, and POWER controls.

Rear Panel Connections and Indicators

Identifies serial number, fuse holder, voltage selector, and input/output connectors.

2. Operation and Usage

Operation Overview

Introduces the unit's combined sonic enhancement and tube sound capabilities.

Signal Path Placement

Recommends optimal positions for integrating the TUBE ULTRAFEX in an audio signal chain.

2. Operation and Usage - Controls

Basic Setting and Noise Reduction

Initial setup, calibration, and adjusting the noise reduction system sensitivity.

Bass Processor and Enhancer/Exciter Tuning

Configuration for bass enhancement and Natural Sonic/VSP enhancer/exciter.

2. Operation and Usage - Advanced

Tube Stage Adjustment

How to adjust the WARMTH control to add subtle or pronounced tube character.

Surround Processor Adjustment

Instructions for configuring the SURROUND control for stereo enhancement.

3. Applications and Use Cases

Sound Enhancement During Playback

Using the unit to improve the sound quality of playback systems.

3. Applications and Use Cases - Recording

Sound Enhancement During Recording

Strategies for improving audio quality during recording and tape duplication.

Tape Duplication and Instrument Improvement

Compensating for copy loss and enhancing instruments like synths and drums.

System-Wide Applications

Applying enhancement to subgroups, PA systems, and live sound.

3. Applications and Use Cases - Systems

HiFi and Video Sound Improvement

Integrating the TUBE ULTRAFEX into home audio and video systems.

4. Technical Background

Behringer Tube Ultrafex Benefits

Summarizes the sonic improvements and advantages offered by the processor.

4. Technical Background - Hearing Science

Psycho-acoustic Principles of Hearing

Discusses how the human ear interprets sound, including spatial localization.

Psycho-acoustic Device Functionality

Details the three core principles behind psycho-acoustic sound enhancement.

4. Technical Background - Processing

Frequency, Phase, and Harmonics Processing

Explains frequency correction, phase shifting, and artificial harmonics generation.

Bass Processor Technical Details

Explains the LC filter and frequency-selective phase shift for bass.

4. Technical Background - Components

Surround Processor Mechanism

Explains how the surround effect is derived from stereo signal differences.

Vacuum Tube Technology Explained

Overview of traditional tube technology and its integration into modern audio.

4. Technical Background - Tube History

History of Vacuum Tubes

Covers early patents and milestones in tube technology development.

Tube Design and Function

Explains the basic structure and operation of diodes, triodes, and pentodes.

4. Technical Background - Tube Properties

Properties and Distortion of Tubes

Covers tube saturation, distortion types, and even/odd harmonics.

4. Technical Background - Applications

Optimizing Tube and Transistor Use

Discusses the synergy of combining tube and semiconductor technologies.

Studio Tube Applications

Details the subtle use of tubes in studios versus aggressive guitar amp settings.

5. Installation and Setup

5. Installation and Setup - Connections

Rack Mounting Guidelines

Instructions for fitting the unit into a standard 19-inch equipment rack.

Mains Power Connection

Steps for connecting the unit to the AC power supply, including voltage checks.

Audio Input/Output Connections

Details on connecting audio signals via XLR and 1/4" TRS connectors.

5. Installation and Setup - Outputs

Transformer-Balanced Outputs

Details on optional transformer-balanced outputs for galvanic isolation.

6. Specifications

7. Warranty and Service

Product Registration and Coverage

Steps for registering the product to activate extended warranty coverage.

Service and Claims Procedures

Information on return authorization, warranty terms, and damage claims.

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