Behringer Ultra-G GI100 Manual de usuario

Version 1.0 September 2001

ENGLISH

ULTRA-G® GI100

Users Manual

ULTRA-G GI100

Welcome to BEHRINGER!

Thank you for showing your confidence in us by purchasing the ULTRA-GI

GI100.

In addition to the nu erous advantages of an excellent DI box, the GI100

features an extre ely authentic, pure analog si ulation of a 4x12" guitar

speaker cabinet.

On stage and in the studio, it is often desirable to directly connect sound

sources with the console. Although this ethod has any advantages, it also

has its technical hurdles. Keyboards rarely offer balanced outputs, and its

si ply not possible to connect electric guitars or basses directly to a console.

Although co on practice, placing a icrophone in front of the speaker

cabinet is not really an ideal solution, since the ic tends to pick up signals

fro other instru ents and creates another potential source of feedback.

A DI (Direct Injection) box allows you to pick up a signal directly fro an

unbalanced, high i pedance output, like that of an electric guitar, and inject it

into the console, without using a icrophone. There are of course several

situations that call for feeding an unbalanced sound source directly into a

consolepreferably in a balanced for . Thats exactly what a DI box is for.

Basically, there are two types of DI boxes: passive and active. A passive DI

box contains uch si pler circuitry and requires no batteries, aking it is less

expensive. On the other hand, its perfor ance is dependent on the i pedance

of the connected gear. A change in i pedance on the output side will cause the

input i pedance to change. A ong other things, the i pedance ratings greatly

effect the frequency response. A passive DI box only works correctly when

i pedance specifications are adhered to (in short: high-Z input, low-Z output).

Active DI boxes, which use an a plifier to buffer the input signal, are not

subject to these li itations. The ULTRA-Gs input i pedance is extre ely

high, so it lets the input signal pass through with virtually no coloring. At the

other end, its balanced output has a particularly low i pedance, aking the

signal uch less susceptible to hu and noise. The GI100 is an active DI box

and perfor s opti ally regardless of the i pedance ratings of the connected

gear.

ULTRA-G GI100

The ULTRA-G is based on the proven BEHRINGER OT-1 transfor er, which

ensures crystal-clear, distortion-free sound and a wide, linear frequency re-

sponse. In addition, it can be powered by the consoles phanto power or by an

internal battery. The battery is auto atically disconnected when phanto

power is present to preserve battery life.

+In order to avoid damage to your loudspeakers, always mute t e

corresponding c annel on t e consoles before connecting t e

GI100. T e same applies w en switc ing between p antom and

battery power.

The GI100 features a switchable speaker si ulation, developed in collaboration

with renowned a p designer Jürgen Rath, which adds the sound of a 4x12"

cabinet to your direct guitar signal at the touch of a button. Analog speaker

si ulations, offering the possibility to get a typical guitar cabinet sound to tape

or to a PA without the necessity of cabinets or icrophones, have been

available since the id-80s. Since then, the appeal of instant sound via

si ulation as a eans of reducing equip ent and hassle has continuously

grown. Having developed a great deal of convincing guitar gear with various

anufacturers, Jürgen Rath was an obvious choice for us in developing our

VIRTUAL 4x12" CABINET speaker si ulation. In the words of Ger anys top

specialty publication GITARRE & BASS, The Virtual Cabinet delivers an

authentic 4x12 si ulation with i pressive sound, cutting power and clear

reproduction. (Michael Do ers, 8/97)

ULTRA-G GI100

1. CONTROLS

Fig. 1.1: The GI100s front and back panels

1The VIRTUAL 4x12" CAB speaker si ulation can be switched on and off

with the SIMUL TOR ON/OFF switch.

2When activated, the GND LIFT breaks the ground connection between

input and output. Depending on the grounding of the connected equip-

ent, this can eli inate hu or ground loops.

3OUTPUT TO MIXER is the GI100s balanced, ic level output. Use a

high-quality, balanced XLR ( icrophone) cable to connect the ULTRA-G

to a console.

+You s ould never connect pins 2 or 3 wit pin 1 or remove t e

s ield from pin 1. Ot erwise, it will not be possible to operate t e

unit wit p antom power.

4B TTERY COMP RTMENT. To install or replace the 9V battery, re ove

the screw and lift the lid.

5The CLIP LED lights up when the input signal level is too high.

6The two -20 dB P D switches noticeably increase the operating range of

the ULTRA-G, allowing it to accept anything fro the low-level signal of

a high-i pedance icrophone or guitar to the loudspeaker output of a

guitar a p. These switches have repeatedly proven the selves in the

BEHRINGER ULTRA-DI DI100. Pressing both switches results in a gain

reduction of 40 dB.

1. CONTROLS

ULTRA-G GI100

+Before using t e PAD switc es, be sure t at t e ULTRA-G is clip-

ping, and not t e mic preamp on t e console. You s ould only

attenuate t e input signal via t e GI100s PAD switc es if its CLIP

LED lig ts up frequently or remains lit. If t is is not t e case and

distortion occurs, c eck t e console settings. It is always best to

avoid attenuation of t e DI input to ensure an optimal signal-to-

noise ratio.

7INPUT. Use this 1/4" ono jack to connect the signal source, e.g. your

guitar, with a high-quality standard instru ent cable.

+T e GI100 is switc ed on as soon as you insert a plug into t e

INPUT. T e battery is disconnected w en t e plug is removed.

For t is reason, t e GI100 as no on/off switc . To preserve

battery life, always disconnect t e input w en t e ULTRA-G is not

in use.

8The DIRECT LINK TO C BINET is a direct output of the input signal,

allowing you for exa ple to si ultaneously run your instru ent through

the GI100 and co plete your nor al signal path by connecting the

DIRECT LINK to an a p or speaker cabinet.

+T e INPUT and DIRECT LINK sockets are directly connected. W en

connecting t e speaker output of a tube amp to t e input of t e

GI100, please be sure to connect a guitar speaker or ot er appro-

priate impedance load to t e DIRECT LINK socket in order to

avoid possible damage to your amplifier.

1. CONTROLS

ULTRA-G GI100

2. CONNECTION EXAMPLES

The following section illustrates various applications of the ULTRA-G GI100.

2.1 Conversion of guitar signals

Fig. 2.1: 1. Guitar ß GI100 ß Console

2. Guitar ß Tube amplifier ß GI100 ß Loudspeaker/Console

This diagra illustrates two co on applications in which unbalanced guitar

signals are converted into balanced signals. In the first exa ple the guitar is

connected directly to the GI100, which in turn feeds the console. No guitar a p

is used. In this case, the PAD switches should be deactivated with the

VIRTUAL CAB switched on or off depending on the sound desired.

2. CONNECTION EXAMPLES

ULTRA-G GI100

The second exa ple shows the GI100 being driven by the loudspeaker output

of a guitar a p. If youre using a tube a p, its very i portant to connect an

i pedance loadpreferably a speakerto the DIRECT LINK TO CABINET

output in order to prevent da age to your a p. For this application, start with

one PAD switch depressed and the GND LIFT switch activated. We also

reco end using the VIRTUAL CAB speaker si ulation for an authentic guitar

sound.

2.2 Picking up a bass guitar or keyboard signal

Fig. 2.2: 1. Bass guitar ß GI100 ß mplifier/Console

2. Keyboard ß GI100 ß mplifier/Console

2. CONNECTION EXAMPLES

ULTRA-G GI100

This diagra illustrates two standard DI applications. The signal going to the

a p via the DIRECT LINK is unaffected; it is si ply picked up and additionally

fed, as a balanced, low-i pedance signal, to the ic inputs of the ixing

console. This is particularly advantageous with bass guitars, since icro-

phones that reproduce high-energy bass frequencies in a halfway linear

anner are rareand expensive. When using effects or other outboard

processors, these should be connected in front of the ULTRA-G in the signal

path, so that its output includes these signals.

Few keyboards have balanced outputs. Here, a quality DI box such as the

GI100 is indispensable to ensure clean signals, especially when using long

cables.

2.3 Converting a microp one signal from ig -impedance unbalanced

to low-impedance balanced

Many inexpensive icrophones have unbalanced high-i pedance outputs.

With the ULTRA-G, these icrophones can be used in spite of long cable runs

without the danger of hu or other interference. Si ply insert the GI100

between the icrophone and the console. For this application, you will ost

likely want to switch the VIRTUAL CAB speaker si ulation off.

2.4 Picking up a signal from a loudspeaker output

There are ti es when picking up a signal after a plifier processing is desirable

to achieve a certain sound, but no direct out is available. Thanks to the GI100s

two -20 dB PAD switches, you can feed a console fro the loudspeaker output

of an a plifier with a power rating of up to 3,000 Watts (4 Oh ) without

overloading the ULTRA-G. When using a tube a p, be sure to connect a

speaker or other i pedance load to the DIRECT LINK output. We reco end

using the VIRTUAL CAB speaker si ulation in these applications, when signals

fro electric guitars are trans itted.

2. CONNECTION EXAMPLES

ULTRA-G GI100

Fig. 2.3: Connection to an amplifiers output

+Before connection to a loudspeaker output, always make sure t at

t e GND LIFT switc is activated (depressed) to prevent accidental

s ort-circuiting of t e amplifier output. T e metal casing of t e

GI100 s ould not ave direct contact wit ot er equipment. T e

tip of t e output socket s ould be connected to t e positive (red)

loudspeaker pole.

3. SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency response 10 Hz to 160 kHz

Noise -99.2 dBu

Distortion < 0.014% (1 kHz, 0 dBu in)

Input resistance > 250 kOh

Connection i pedance > 600 Oh

Input 1/4" ono jack

Output XLR balanced

Max. input level +8/+28/+48 dBu (Si ulation OFF)

-2/+18/+38 dBu (Si ulation ON)

Supply:

Phanto supply 18 V DC to 48 V DC

Battery 9 V 6LR91

Di ensions 6" (150 ) x 5" (130 ) x 2.4" (60 )

Weight approx. 650 g

BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest pro essional standards. As a result o

these e orts, modi ications may be made rom time to time to existing products without prior notice.

Speci ications and appearance may there ore di er rom those listed or shown.

3. SPECIFICATIONS

ULTRA-G GI100

4. WARRANTY

§ 1 WARRANTY CARD/ONLINE REGISTRATION

To be protected by the extended warranty, the buyer must complete and return the enclosed warranty card

within 14 days of the date of purchase to BEHRIN ER Spezielle Studiotechnik mbH, in accordance

with the conditions stipulated in § 3. Failure to return the card in due time (date as per postmark) will void

any extended warranty claims.

Based on the conditions herein, the buyer may also choose to use the online registration option via the

Internet (www.behringer.com or www.behringer.de).

§ 2 WARRANTY

1. BEHRIN ER (BEHRIN ER Spezielle Studiotechnik mbH including all BEHRIN ER subsidiaries

listed on the enclosed page, except BEHRIN ER Japan) guarantees the mechanical and electronic

components of this product for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase, in accordance

with the warranty conditions described below. If the product shows any defects within the specified

warranty period that are not due to normal wear and tear and/or improper handling by the user, BEHRIN ER

shall, at its sole discretion, either repair or replace the product.

2. If the warranty claim proves to be justified, the product will be returned to the user freight prepaid.

3. Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded.

§ 3 RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER

1. To obtain warranty service, the buyer (or his authorized dealer) must call BEHRIN ER (see enclosed

list) during normal business hours BEFORE returning the product. All inquiries must be accompanied

by a description of the problem. BEHRIN ER will then issue a return authorization number.

2. Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original shipping carton, together with the return

authorization number to the address indicated by BEHRIN ER.

3. Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted.

§ 4 WARRANTY REGULATIONS

1. Warranty services will be furnished only if the product is accompanied by a copy of the original retail

dealers invoice. Any product deemed eligible for repair or replacement by BEHRIN ER under the terms

of this warranty will be repaired or replaced within 30 days of receipt of the product at BEHRIN ER.

2. If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to comply with applicable technical or safety

standards on a national or local level, in any country which is not the country for which the product was

originally developed and manufactured, this modification/adaptation shall not be considered a defect

in materials or workmanship. The warranty does not cover any such modification/adaptation, irrespec-

tive of whether it was carried out properly or not. Under the terms of this warranty, BEHRIN ER shall not

be held responsible for any cost resulting from such a modification/adaptation.

4. WARRANTY

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