If it's a problem with the drivers, when you go to the manufacturer's website to download them, merely type in the exact product you have and the website should give you the specific driver/s for your product. If you go to the icon for XP's volume and recording tools, make sure that you've engaged the mic to function and that it functions at a sufficient level. You can find those tools under Control Panel, and then select SOUND, and then select RECORDING to adjust the mic functions.
Hi Mark, I mailed Behringer and they sent me details of how to do it. If you mail me at [email protected] I'll forward it on to you. It looks really complicated to get a stereo signal through but I just use mono signal and its simple and works really well
Likely the power amp has shorted to one rail... DO NOT attempt to use it as it could be sending high current through the speaker causing damage. Age of the unit doesn't have much to do with it. Take it in for repair. Unless you are electronically adept and can get a schematic this is not DIY.
Proper level setting of the mixer is important. HOWEVER if the clipping is occuring at the speakers the only possible problem MIGHT be that you have a supersonic feedback that is saturating the speakers above your hearing range, Be sure you don't boost the highs too much with the EQ as this can cause the feedback that you can't hear. Also make sure that you power the speakers from the SAME receptacle as the mixer, even if it means running an extension cord to bring power to the mixer. This is to avoid a low frequency hum and common mode distortion/damage. A low frequency hum could cause the clipping.
It would be a good idea to get a sound meter to check the sound level. You should be able to reach 85 Db from this system without clipping. If you need more than that, you MAY need more speakers if the band instruments are too loud. Also if the band has amps that get into the vocal microphones that adds to the clipping level... make sure the mics don't "hear" the band instruments. Make sure your speakers are toward the audience from the mics to avoid the supersonic feedback problem. If the vocalists can't hear themselves with that configuration you need to set up seperate stage monitors.
There are some pretty good videos on YouTube about proper mixer level setup.
First thing to check is look in the Windows Control Panel at the the "Sounds and Devices" and verify that the 2442USB IS the device for both input and output instead of the usual PC audio devices. You should see a pulldown list including both for those... If not, your SW driver is NOT loaded properly.
Additional, if problem is isolalted to the speaker and it acts the same with a CD player, the speaker should be serviced. It may be the crossover network, or the horn driver has failed or a simple thing like a wire coming loose.
If the problem is in the laptop, check the settings for audio in the control panel as there are settings that could have got clobbered. Video games are notorious for clobbering settings.
It is possible the tweeter prtion of the APS15 has failed. Try a different audio source such as a CD player to verify which part is bad, the speaker or laptop.
First, make sure ALL interconnected equipment is POWERED from the same receptacle.
Second, if the sound is routed through your computer via USB, make sure ALL background programs like wireless internet connection, anti-virus, anti-spyware, popup blockers are DISABLED.
These system hogging programs can interrupt the flow of the sound data causing static like noise.
Also use balanced lines for ALL audio interconnects... eithe XLR or TRS cables.
You will need an oscilloscope and a good grounding in electronic servicing to attempt a repair.
But, check the signal routing. Refer to the user manual.
It sounds like you're experiencing a couple of issues with your Behringer Xenyx 1204FX mixer. Let's address each of these problems separately:
DSP Display Not Illuminating: The fact that the DSP display works when you press down and turn the knob suggests that the issue might be related to the display itself or its connection. Here are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the problem:
Check Power Source: Ensure that the mixer is receiving proper power and is turned on. Sometimes display issues can be caused by power-related problems.
Connection: Make sure the ribbon cable or connector that connects the display to the circuit board is properly seated. A loose connection could be causing the display to not illuminate.
Faulty Display: If none of the above steps work, there might be a problem with the display itself. You may need to contact Behringer support or a professional technician to get the display repaired or replaced.
AUX 1 Send Not Working: If the AUX 1 send is not working as expected, there could be several reasons for this:
Routing Settings: Make sure that the AUX 1 send is properly routed to the desired destination. Check the routing options on the mixer to ensure that the signal is being sent to the correct output or destination.
Level Controls: Verify that the level controls for AUX 1 are set correctly. Make sure that the AUX 1 knob for the specific channel you're working with is turned up.
Effects/Processing: If you're trying to send a signal with effects applied, check if the effects are set up correctly. Sometimes, an incorrect effect or routing setting can affect the AUX send.
Cable and Connections: Ensure that the cables connecting the AUX 1 send to external devices (such as monitors or effects units) are functioning properly and securely connected.
AUX Master Level: Confirm that the AUX 1 master level (usually located on the main output section of the mixer) is turned up to an appropriate level.
If you've gone through these troubleshooting steps and the issues still persist, it might be a good idea to consult the user manual for your Behringer Xenyx 1204FX mixer for further guidance. If the problems continue, you may need to reach out to Behringer support or consider seeking assistance from a professional audio technician or repair service.
Hello Geoff, try using an external processor and check that it works well, if so, the problem is that you have the Jack connectors of Effect sending and those of Return of Effects, dirty
Apply a couple of drops of oil, type WD40, to a Plug connector and insert and remove them repeatedly in each connector Jack for sending and returning effects
I hope you can solve the problem, comment the results
Greetings Franco Dosil
Hola Geoff, prueba usando un procesador externo y comprueba que funcione bien, si es asi, el problema es que tienes los conectores Jack de envio de Efecto y los de Retorno de Efectos, sucios
Aplicale en un conector Plug un par de gotas de aceite, tipo WD40 y entralos y sacalos repetidamente en cada conector Jack de envio y retorno de efectos
Espero puedas solucionar el problema, comenta los resultados
Saludos Franco Dosil
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Check all the wiring connections on the speaker. Check the plug in points for the cables are not loose in the body of the speaker or the connector plugs themselves are not loose in the actual plug sockets.
Next you will need to get inside the speaker body to check the connections and soldered joints. Take a good look at the back of the cable plug sockets and to the back of the actual speaker cone connections. Check each wire at Both ends for damage. No sound at all suggests the issue might be at the 'Input' where the cable plugs into the back of the speaker body.
Based on my research, the Yamaha PMH5000 mixer features two 1/4-inch "insert" jacks for connecting external effects processors, such as compressors or equalizers, to individual channels. These jacks are not intended for connecting external power amps.
However, the PMH5000 does have two "main out" jacks that can be used to send the mixed audio signal to external power amps. These are typically located on the back of the mixer and may be labeled as "L/R" or "Main Out."
When you connect an external power amp to the main out jacks, the signal is sent directly to the power amp and is not routed through the internal power amps of the mixer. The external power amp then amplifies the signal and sends it to the speakers.
It is important to note that when using external power amps, you should adjust the volume levels carefully to avoid damaging the speakers or the power amp.
