BCF2000-WH

Users Manual

Version 1 2007-06

B-CONTROL FADER

B-CONTROL FADER BCF2000-WH
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top cover (or the rear section). No user serviceable parts inside; refer servicing to qualified personnel. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. 12) Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. 13) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 14) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain and moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
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15) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 16) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 17) CAUTION - These service instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
Total Recall USB/MIDI Controller Desk with 8 Motorized Faders
s Unique, total recall cascadable desktop MIDI controller with analog feel and an intuitive user interface
s 8 ultra-precise 100-mm motorized faders for ultimate control of virtual mixers, organ-drawbars (inverse mode) or virtual synths and samplers s 4 virtual groups with 8 dual-mode, high-resolution encoders that feature LED rings and an additional push function
s 16 + 4 illuminated buttons freely assignable to all types of MIDI functions from note on/off, control change and program change to MMC and system exclusive data s All panel elements freely assignablemanually or via user-friendly learn mode
s Additional multi-function foot switch and foot controller connectors can be used to address all types of MIDI data s 32 user presets each with 4 encoder groups s Configurable MIDI and USB modes for ultra-flexible system integration s 1 MIDI In plus 2 MIDI Outs, usable as an additional USB to MIDI interface
s Multi-function 4-digit LED display with real-time parameter indication plus write-in fields for your own labeling s MIDI input with merge function for cascading several control units
s Easy connection to any computer/expander, etc. using standard MIDI In/Out connectors s Generic USB MIDI support with Windows XP and Mac OS X operating systems
s Additional drivers and editor/librarian software available for free download on our website
s High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction for long life and durability s Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany
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FOREWORD

Dear Customer, Welcome to the team of BEHRINGER users, and thank you very much for expressing your confidence in us by purchasing the B-CONTROL. Writing this foreword for you gives me great pleasure, because it represents the culmination of many months of hard work delivered by our engineering team to achieve a very ambitious goal: to present an outstanding USB MIDI CONTROLLER. Due to ist extreme flexibility it can be used as a central control unit with USB/MIDI interface as well as for mere MIDI control applications. The task of designing our B-CONTROL certainly meant a great deal of responsibility, which we assumed by focusing on you, the discerning computer user and musician. Meeting your expectations also meant a lot of work and night shifts. But it was fun, too. Developing a product usually brings a lot of people together, and what a great feeling it is when all who participated in such a project can be proud of what theyve achieved. It is our philosophy to share our enjoyment with you, because you are the most important member of the BEHRINGER team. With your highly competent suggestions for new products youve made a significant contribution to shaping our company and making it successful. In return, we guarantee you uncompromising quality as well as excellent technical and audio properties at an extremely reasonable price. All of this will enable you to give free rein to your creativity without being hampered by budget constraints. We are often asked how we manage to produce such high-quality devices at such unbelievably low prices. The answer is quite simple: its you, our customers! Many satisfied customers mean large sales volumes enabling us to get better purchasing terms for components, etc. Isnt it only fair to pass this benefit on to you? Because we know that your success is our success too! I would like to thank all of you who have made the B-CONTROL possible. You have all made your own personal contributions, from the developers to the many other employees at this company, and to you, the BEHRINGER user.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION... 5
1.1 Before you get started.. 5 1.1.1 Shipment.. 5 1.1.2 Initial operation... 5 1.1.3 Online registration.. 5 1.2 System requirements... 5
2. INTRODUCTION TO MIDI... 5
2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 MIDI control for beginners... 5 The MIDI standard... 6 MIDI connections.. 6 The MIDI format.. 6
3. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND CONNECTIONS. 7 4. OPERATION.. 8
4.1 The operating modes... 8 4.1.1 USB modes... 8 4.1.2 Stand-alone modes.. 11 4.2 Play mode menu... 14 4.2.1 Selecting a preset... 14 4.2.2 Copy/store presets.. 14 4.2.3 Copying encoder groups. 14 4.3 Programming... 14 4.3.1 The LEARN function.. 14 4.3.2 Programming in EDIT mode.. 14 4.4 MIDI messages... 17 4.5 Settings in the global setup menu.. 18 4.6 Emulation modes... 19 4.6.1 Global Edit Setup.. 19 4.6 Additional functions.. 19
5. APPENDIX... 20 6. SPECIFICATIONS... 21 7. WARRANTY.. 22 FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION. 23 EMULATION TEMPLATES.. 24
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Thank you very much,

Uli Behringer

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you very much for expressing your confidence in BEHRINGER products by purchasing the B-CONTROL BCF2000-WH. The B-CONTROL is an extremely flexible control surface suitable for a wide array of applications. Regardless of whether you want to intuitively control your sequencer software with mixers, plug-ins and virtual instruments, or if you wish to use its broad MIDI functions for controlling rack synthesizers, general MIDI sound generators or effect processors, the B-CONTROL offers you tremendous ease of use that leaves no wishes open. contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website (www.behringer.com). Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently. Thank you for your cooperation!

1.2 System requirements

for USB operation: Up-to-date WINDOWS PC or MAC with a USB connection
The following users manual is intended to familiarize you with the units control elements, so that you can master all the functions. After having thoroughly read the users manual, store it at a safe place for future reference.

To get detailed information on how to assign them, please refer to chapter 4.3.2 Programming in the EDIT mode on page 13. Now, define in the B-CONTROL the control elements that will control these 3 parameters. You can either use the LEARN function if the software synthesizer gives you the option to send its CC data via MIDI, or you can implement the following settings manually: s s s Assign the push encoder 1 CC 05 to filter frequency control via dial rotation. Assign the push encoder 2 CC 06 to filter resonance control via dial rotation. Assign the push encoder 3 CC 07 to volume control via dial rotation.

2.3 MIDI connections

The MIDI connections in the back of your B-CONTROL feature the standard 5-pin DIN connectors. You will require MIDI cables to connect your B-CONTROL to other MIDI equipment. In general, commercially available ready-to-use cables can and should be used. Their length should not exceed 15 m (50 ft.). MIDI IN: Used for receiving MIDI data (parameter feedback, SysEx data), or to mix MIDI signals with the B-CONTROL signals (merge function). MIDI OUT A/B: Data for controlling other MIDI equipment can be sent through the MIDI outputs.
How do I wire the B-CONTROL? Several classic examples can be found in the explanations of different operating modes (see chapter 4.1 The Operating Modes). Basically, the following applies: s s If you want to control hardware MIDI equipment, use the MIDI connectors. To control software MIDI equipment, you can either use the MIDI connectors on your B-CONTROL provided your computer has a MIDI interface or you can use a USB connection. To remotely control both hardware and software equipment, several combination modes are available. These are explained in chapter 4.1.
The B-CONTROL has two MIDI outputs. MIDI OUT B can be configured as MIDI THRU, so that the incoming data at MIDI IN can be passed through unaffected.

2.4 The MIDI format

Although your B-CONTROL is very easy to use, it still makes sense to review some information about this data format. Each MIDI command, also called message, consists of a status byte and up to two data bytes. The status byte defines the command type, and the data bytes contain the corresponding values. Different types of MIDI messages used by the B-CONTROL are explained next: Note messages: Among keyboard hotshots, Note On and Note Off messages are among the essential MIDI messages. Playing MIDI instruments from a master keyboard or computer is only possible with these messages. The B-CONTROL can also send Note Messages; however, this is not absolutely necessary to play music. This way, note events are also used to trigger drumloops or individual notes from a sampler. Many effects processors also allow rhythmic entering of delay times or song tempos with note commands. Note On and Note Off messages have the following data format:

4. OPERATION

4.1 The operating modes
Depending on how you want to use your B-CONTROL, you should first select an operating mode. You can use it as a pure USB controller for your computer applications (software mixers, sequencers, soft synths, VSTeffects etc.), as a stand-alone MIDI controller, or as a combination of both with different MIDI interface configuration possibilities. Here is how you select an operating mode: s s s Keep the EDIT key pressed, and press the STORE key at the same time. You are now in the global setup menu and you can let go of both keys. Now, select an operating mode by turning the PUSH encoder 1. You can select USB modes U-1 to U-4 and stand-alone modes S-1 to S-4. The modes are described in detail in chapter 4.1.1 and further, and examples about their use are also given there. Please see also chapter 4.3.3. To exit global setup, please press the EXIT key. The settings made in the global setup menu are automatically stored and do not have to be separately saved.

4.1.1 USB modes

USB mode U-1:
The USB connection is briefly interrupted if you switch within a USB mode, or when you switch from a USB mode to a standalone mode and vice versa. If a USB connection is made or lost while your B-CONTROL is on, the selected operating mode is retained.
Fig. 4.1: Routing and use in USB mode 1 In USB mode 1, the B-CONTROL is connected to your computer by using a USB cable. It sends MIDI data and receives parameter feedback from the computer, provided that the music software you are controlling supports these functions. This way, current parameter values can be shown on the LED, or can be indicated by the fader position. All MIDI ports of the B-CONTROL are off. This mode is optimal for controlling software tools (mixers, sequencers, synths, VSTeffects etc.) if you dont need any additional MIDI ports. This mode is also very useful if you are already using other multi-channel MIDI interfaces on your computer and cant address any additional ones.
USB-Mode U-2: USB-Mode U-3:
Fig. 4.2: Routing and use in USB mode 2 Your B-CONTROL sends MIDI data to the computer and receives parameter feedback, provided that the software you are controlling supports this function. MIDI IN and OUT A are available as a 16channel MIDI interface for your computer. OUT B functions as MIDI THRU and forwards MIDI IN data unchanged. OUT B is not accessible from the computer, and doesnt send any control data from the B-CONTROL. This mode is ideal for applications in which you control music software on your computer and at the same time need a USB MIDI interface with one IN and one OUT. Additionally, a MIDI keyboard can be tapped into at the MIDI THRU (OUT B) connector. This way, you can use a master keyboard to import your arrangements into the sequencer, or to play back software synths. OUT A controls a hardware sampler, while a MIDI expander (sound generator without a keyboard; e.g. a rack synthesizer or a pure preset unit), an effects processor or similar can be connected at OUT B, whereby it is directly controlled only from the keyboard or is controlled only via program changes.

Fig. 4.3: Routing and use in USB mode 3 This is surely the most often used standard mode with computer applications. This setting is optimal for controlling software while all MIDI connectors are used as a USB-MIDI interface for the computer. With this function, there are 16 input channels and 32 output channels available to your music software (IN and OUT A + OUT B). The B-CONTROL transmits its data via USB to the computer. The availability of parameter feedback from the computer to the B-CONTROL depends on the software your are controlling. MIDI expanders can not be directly accessed from the keyboard in this operating mode. This operating mode is only used to import MIDI tracks into the sequencer.

USB-Mode U-4 (expanded):

Fig. 4.4: Routing and use in USB mode 4 This operating mode should be selected if you want to couple two B-CONTROLs to control your software using both B-CONTROLS through a common USB port. Additionally, MIDI OUT B of the first controller (unit 1) can be used from the computer as a 16-channel MIDI output. The data of both B-CONTROLs is mixed and is sent to the host computer via USB. Select standalone mode 3 for the second unit (unit 2).

4.1.2 Stand-alone modes

The stand-alone modes come into play when the B-CONTROL is not used as a USB-controller for controlling computer applications but as a pure MIDI controller. With all stand-alone modes, all MIDI connectors can be used simultaneously, and these modes differ only in how the data is transmitted on the MIDI outputs. Of course, not only sound generators can be remotely controlled (as shown in the illustrations) but also effects processors, groove boxes, hardware sequencers, lighting equipment, compact studios, portable keyboards, digital pianos etc.basically any equipment with a MIDI input. This can also be your computer with its own MIDI interface. The USB connector can not be used while your B-CONTROL is in one of the stand-alone modes. A merge function that makes mixing MIDI data from two different sources to one output possible is active at output A in standalone modes S-1 to S-3. Stand Alone-Mode S-1: Stand Alone-Mode S-2:
Fig. 4.6: Routing and use in stand-alone mode 2 Say you want to control just one sound generator from your B-CONTROL because the tone generator allows extensive editing (e.g. its a rack synthesizer or a sampler, as shown above). The MIDI keyboard should be able to play both sound generators. In this case, S-2 is the optimal setup. The second sound module can be a pure preset unit that doesnt allow any programming. However, it can also be an effects unit that only receives program commands from the keyboard. This operating mode is also very useful when the data received by the second unit is undesired and could otherwise disrupt operation (e.g. to MIDI functions that cannot be switched off or the MIDI channel can not be changed).

Parameter feedback is enabled in all stand-alone modes. Other stand-alone modes may cause undesirable MIDI loops. In standalone mode 3, the control data of your B-CONTROL is routed to the MIDI output B without the merge function. Your B-CONTROL can also control your computer via MIDI (without a USB connection) as long as your computer features a MIDI interface. In this case, all stand-alone modes can be used. To utilize parameter feedback, you should still use the standalone mode 4. Alternatively, you can also use S-3 and connect the computer via MIDI OUT B so that no MIDI feedback loop is created. s Cancel the store procedure by pressing the EXIT button. We deliberately did not include an autostore function. That way, you can assign a new MIDI control to a control element without changing the current preset. If you want to restore a preset, just select another preset briefly and again return to editing. Now, the old data has been restored.
4.2.3 Copying encoder groups
With this function you are able to copy an entire encoder group within a preset. This saves a lot of programming effort if all encoder groups within a preset consist of the same basic functions (e.g. MIDI channel, CC number for turn and push function). s s s s s Press the encoder group button of the group you want to copy. Press STORE; the STORE button LED flashes. Now select the destination encoder group. The destination encoder button LED flashes. Press STORE again, the STORE button LED is no longer lit. Cancel the store procedure at any time by pressing EXIT. To permanently store encoder group settings, carry out the preset store function as explained in chapter 4.2.2. To copy an encoder group into a different preset, you have to copy an entire preset! After that, you can copy or rearrange the encoder groups in the new preset as described above.

4.2 Play mode menu

The Play mode menu is the highest menu level in the B-CONTROL. Use it during normal operation for real-time control of MIDI data. Display: After switching on the unit, the current system software version is briefly displayed. Value changes are shown when using one of the control elements, provided that they have been activated. Control elements: You can use several keys, encoders and faders simultaneously and send their MIDI data. The classification of MIDI data types is explained in chapter 4.4. According to its assigned MIDI data type, each control element shows the current parameter value in the corresponding LED or LED ring. The position of the faders changes automatically as soon as you choose another preset or during incoming parameter messages. LED display: The encoder LED ring displays or the status LEDs of the buttons change automatically when running controller recordings in a sequencer, provided, of course, all connections have been made correctly, the correct operating mode is enabled and the software sequencer supports sending parameter values. Button illumination varies according to the controller mode: if a button is in Toggle on mode, the button LED illuminates as soon as the button is pressed. Only when you press the button once again, the LED goes out. If a button is in Toggle off mode, the corresponding LED will be lit only for the time the button is pressed. The performance of the control elements, the display and the LED displays can be individually set up and is explained in chapter 4.3 Programming.

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4.4 MIDI messages
Program Change: With the encoders 3 and 4 you can select bank numbers. If a MIDI device contains more than 128 presets/programs, first a bank change command has to be sent. Even though this is a controller command, it has to be sent before the program change (and is therefore adjustable) since it is linked to the preset change. If the bank select message is not needed, simply select off. Encoder 5 selects the program number. If the selected control element is a control dial (continuous type), the program number is directly selected when turning the dial. Pressing the switch directly selects the assigned program number. This can be useful if you always want to start from the same preset. Control Change CC: A control change consists of a controller number and its respective value. Encoder 3 sets the controller number. With buttons, different values can be sent when pressing and releasing (to be set with encoders 4 and 5). This function is useful if fixed parameter settings are to be sent. With faders and control dials (continuous type), the value range can be determined by using encoders 4 (minimum value) and 5 (maximum value).
Damp Damping: used for damping filters. When the value is 0, the outer right LED lights up. If the values are increased, the LED circle fans out from right to left until all LEDs light up. This way, increasing damping is best represented when a value goes up. Fader functions: Move If you move the fader by hand, it sends a new value directly. In doing so, jumps in the parameter value may occur if the current value doesnt correspond to the fader position. This can sometimes happen because in this mode parameter feedback doesnt cause fader movement. P-UP Pick up: The fader ignores the parameter feedback. However, value jumps are avoided because the fader only sends values if the current value (different from the fader setting) is exceeded. Motor: With parameter feedback, the motorized fader engages automatically and always indicates the current value.
Foot controller function: Move The pedal immediately sends value changes. Value jumps may result. P-UP Pick-Up: The foot pedal become active and sends values only if the set value is exceeded.
Alternatively, you can invert the value scale by assigning 127 as the minimum value and 0 as maximum value (scale inversion). A classic application is the draw bar control of virtual or digital organs or organ expanders. If assigning controller 7 (volume) to the faders this way, the signal becomes quieter when moving up the fader. Moving down the fader is similar to moving out the draw bars, and the volume increases.
SWITCH-type elements: SWITCH-type control elements have three different modes: Toggle On, Toggle Off and Increment. Toggle On is similar to a switching function (e.g. a light switch). Each time you press the switch, the value sent alternates between the on value (set by encoder 4) and the off value (set by encoder 5). This setting is perfect for triggering drum loops from a sampler (press once = start, press again = stop).

NRPN: A NRPN is needed if none of the 127 standardized controller numbers are available for a certain function. Encoder 3 selects the parameter number. For assigning mixer faders, we recommend the high resolution (Absolute 14 bit), provided that the control hardware/software supports it. Note: Of course, a note can only be assigned to one SWITCH element. The note is set with encoder 3. Note C3 (C key) corresponds with note number 60. Encoder 4 sets the note velocity (note volume).
Pitch Bend: Pitch bend is assignable to only one CONTINUOUS element. Since this is a type of command with its own status byte, selecting a MIDI channel (Encoder 2) and Range (Encoder 4) is sufficient. After Touch: Normally, ALL is selected here. This means that After Touch affects all notes equally (Channel Pressure). If you want to use a polyphonic After Touch (Key Pressure), the single note on which After Touch should have an effect can be selected using encoder 3. Since this process is only supported by a few tone generators, channel After Touch will be best most of the time. When a switch element has been selected, an on and off value can also be set (release dynamic). Therefore, you can limit the modulation range (FX depth) using After Touch. MMC: MIDI Machine Control data is only assignable to button elements. Encoder 4 (Value 1) sets Locate Time hour and minute values, while encoder 5 (Value 2) sets seconds and frames. The Locate Position is always sent before the MMC command. We therefore have the following logic-switching sequence: If the Locate parameter has been selected, the sequencer or hard drive recorder always jumps to the set position. If Play has been selected as the parameter (for a button), the sequencer always starts from the set locator point as soon as the button is pressed. Rewind always begins at the chosen locator point. Select the frame rate with encoder 6: 24, 25, 30 (non-drop), 30d (drop frame) or off (in this case only the MMC message is sent, without any information of the locate position). GS/XG: Encoder 3 directly selects the most important Main Control parameters. The display indicates them as a (shortened) text (table 4.2). In this case, these are CCs or NRPNs (no SysEx data).

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6HOHFW U-1. U-4, S-1. S-4 Off, 1. 16 Auto/Normal/Inverted 1. 32, Last 1. 16 Single/All (ms)
Table 4.4: Push encoder allocation in global setup menu s To exit the global setup menu, press EXIT. The settings in the global setup menu take effect immediately and do not have to be separately stored.
Operating Mode: The operating modes are described in chapter 4.1. You can select USB modes U-1 to U-4 and stand-alone modes S-1 to S-4. Global RX Channel: The B-CONTROL receives program change commands on this channel. Footswitch type: Because there are different kinds of footswitches (depending on their switching behavior), the polarity of the footswitch connector can be set (normal/inverted), or it can be automatically detected during power startup (auto recognition). Start Preset Number: Each of the 32 presets can be selected as the startup preset. Additionally, with the Last function, at startup you have the option to always load the preset that was used last. Device ID Number: You should change the ID number settings only if you work with several BCF2000-WHs at the same time, and problems with recognizing the correct device start occurring during a SysEx Dump procedure.

4.6.1 Global Edit Setup

If any of the 4 emulation modes is active, it is not possible to change presets, control elements or parameters on the B-CONTROL. You cannot select Global Edit parameters as described in chapter 4.5. You can, however, change these before starting the selected emulation mode. Simply follow these steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Push and hold the desired mode button (see fig. 4.9). Switch on the B-CONTROL and wait until EG (EDIT GLOBAL mode) is indicated on the display. Release the mode button. Now you can edit the global settings with the push encoders 1 to 8 as described in chapter 4.5. Press the EXIT button to leave the Global Edit setup. The preselected emulation mode is now active and is indicated on the display.

4.7 Additional functions

Temporary Local Off: Local Off means that when you move a control element on the B-CONTROL, no MIDI data is transmitted. If the position of a control element deviates from the current value in the software, you can readjust its position until the correct position is found by using this function. After that, the control can be moved again without creating an audible value deviation. Deviations between the position of a control element and the current parameter value can occur if no parameter feedback is being sent while a value is being changed in the software (e.g. mixer automation). s s s Press the EXIT key and keep it pressed. Move the desired control element until you get the correct value. Let go of the EXIT key. The control element can now be moved again.
The emulation templates (see chapter 5 Appendix) indicate which parameter of the corresponding protocol is assigned to which B-CONTROL control element. The Mackie and Logic Control emulations contain the most common parameters/select options. The function of each control element is pre-programmed and complies with the emulated hardware controller. The specifications of the parameters orient themselves on the original adaptations; see emulation templates below for detailed assignments. For detailed descriptions of the original protocols and software adaptations of the emulated hardware controllers, please visit the homepages of the corresponding hardware manufacturers (controllers), software manufacturers (adapted music application) or look up the help menu of the corresponding music software. 1. 2. Ensure that the B-CONTROL is switched off. Push and hold the desired mode button (LC).

5. APPENDIX

Table 5.1: Standard MIDI Controller

6. SPECIFICATIONS

USB INTERFACE Type MIDI INTERFACE Type Full-speed 12 MBit/sec. USB MIDI class-compliant 5-pin DIN connectors IN, OUT A, OUT B/THRU
CONTROL ELEMENTS Controls 8 motorized 100-mm faders 8 infinitely variable push encoders with LED rings Keys 20 keys 10 system keys (4x Encoder Group, 4x programming, 2x Preset) Table 5.2: GS/XG Parameter Main Controls DISPLAY Type SWITCHED INPUTS Footswitch Foot pedal POWER SUPPLY Voltage Power consumption Fuse Mains connection 4-digit 7-segment LED display 1 x " TS connector with automatic polarity detection 1 x " TRS connector 100 to 240 V~, 50/60 Hz max. 15 W T 1 A H 250 V Standard IEC receptacle
0XVLFDO 1RWH C-2 C#-2/Db-2 D-2 D#-2/Eb-2 E-2 F-2 F#-2/Gb-2 G-2 G#-2/Ab-2 A-2 A#-2/Bb-2 B-2 C-1 C0 C1 C2 C3 (Clef C) C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 G8
0,', 1RWH 1XPEHU 60 (Yamaha-Convention) 120 127
DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT Dimensions (W x H x D) 13" x 4" x 11 4/5" (330 mm x 100 mm x 300 mm) Weight approx. 2,60 kg (5 lbs.)
Table 5.3: MIDI note number assignment
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to manintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.

7. WARRANTY

1 OTHER WARRANTY RIGHTS AND NATIONAL LAW 1. This warranty does not exclude or limit the buyers statutory rights provided by national law, in particular, any such rights against the seller that arise from a legally effective purchase contract. 2. The warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable unless they constitute an infringement of national warranty law. 2 ONLINE REGISTRATION Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting www.behringer.com (alternatively www.behringer.de) and kindly read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully. Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently. Thank you for your cooperation! 3 WARRANTY 1. BEHRINGER (BEHRINGER International GmbH including all BEHRINGER subsidiaries listed on the enclosed page, except BEHRINGER Japan) warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year* from the original date of purchase, in accordance with the warranty regulations described below. If the product shows any defects within the specified warranty period that are not excluded from this warranty as described under 5, BEHRINGER shall, at its discretion, either replace or repair the product using suitable new or reconditioned parts. In the case that other parts are used which constitute an improvement, BEHRINGER may, at its discretion, charge the customer for the additional cost of these parts. 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. 4 RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER 1. To obtain warranty service, the buyer (or his authorized dealer) must call BEHRINGER (see enclosed list) during normal business hours BEFORE returning the product. All inquiries must be accompanied by a description of the problem. BEHRINGER 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 BEHRINGER. 3. Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted. 5 WARRANTY REGULATIONS 1. Warranty services will be furnished only if the product is accompanied by a copy of the original retail dealers invoice. Any product deemed eligible for repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced. 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, irrespective of whether it was carried out properly or not. Under the terms of this warranty, BEHRINGER shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from such a modification/ adaptation. 3. Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are expressly excluded from this warranty, in particular, if caused by improper handling of the product by the user. This also applies to defects caused by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders, crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, tubes, guitar strings, illuminants and similar parts. 4. Damages/defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this warranty: s improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals. connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not comply with the technical or safety regulations applicable in the country where the product is used. damages/defects caused by force majeure or any other condition that is beyond the control of BEHRINGER.

5. Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized personnel (user included) will void the warranty. 6. If an inspection of the product by BEHRINGER shows that the defect in question is not covered by the warranty, the inspection costs are payable by the customer. 7. Products which do not meet the terms of this warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyers expense. BEHRINGER will inform the buyer of any such circumstance. If the buyer fails to submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after notification, BEHRINGER will return the unit C.O.D. with a separate invoice for freight and packing. Such costs will also be invoiced separately when the buyer has sent in a written repair order. 6 WARRANTY TRANSFERABILITY This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer (customer of retail dealer) and is not transferable to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product. No other person (retail dealer, etc.) shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf of BEHRINGER. 7 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES Failure of BEHRINGER to provide proper warranty service shall not entitle the buyer to claim (consequential) damages. In no event shall the liability of BEHRINGER exceed the invoiced value of the product.
* Customers in the European Union please contact BEHRINGER Germany Support for further details.
Technical specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice. The information contained herein is correct at the time of printing. All trademarks (except BEHRINGER, the BEHRINGER logo, JUST LISTEN and B-CONTROL) mentioned belong to their respective owners and are not affiliated with BEHRINGER. BEHRINGER accepts no liability for any loss which may be suffered by any person who relies either wholly or in part upon any description, photograph or statement contained herein. Colors and specifications may vary slightly from product. Products are sold through our authorized dealers only. Distributors and dealers are not agents of BEHRINGER and have absolutely no authority to bind BEHRINGER by any express or implied undertaking or representation. 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 International GmbH. Mac is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. (c) 2007 BEHRINGER International GmbH. BEHRINGER International GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich-Muenchheide II, Germany. Tel. +9206 0, Fax +9206 4903
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
Responsible party name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: hereby declares that the product
BEHRINGER USA, Inc. 18912 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011, USA Phone: Fax: +672 0816, +673 7647

complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the following paragraph: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: s s s s Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Important information: Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by BEHRINGER USA can void the users authority to use the equipment.

BCF2000-WH

Technical Specifications

Version 1 2007-06

B-CONTROL FADER
B-CONTROL FADER BCF2000-WH
Total Recall USB/MIDI Controller Desk with 8 Motorized Faders
Unique, total recall cascadable desktop MIDI controller with analog feel and an intuitive user interface
8 ultra-precise 100-mm motorized faders for ultimate control of virtual mixers, organ-drawbars (inverse mode) or virtual synths and samplers
4 virtual groups with 8 dual-mode, high-resolution encoders that feature LED rings and an additional push function
16 + 4 illuminated buttons freely assignable to all types of MIDI functions from note on/off, control change and program change to MMC and system exclusive data All panel elements freely assignablemanually or via user-friendly learn mode
Additional multi-function foot switch and foot controller connectors can be used to address all types of MIDI data 32 user presets each with 4 encoder groups Configurable MIDI and USB modes for ultra-flexible system integration 1 MIDI In plus 2 MIDI Outs, usable as an additional USB to MIDI interface
Multi-function 4-digit LED display with real-time parameter indication plus write-in fields for your own labeling MIDI input with merge function for cascading several control units Easy connection to any computer/expander, etc. using standard MIDI In/Out connectors Generic USB MIDI support with Windows XP and Mac OS X operating systems Additional drivers and editor/librarian software available for free download on our website High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction for long life and durability Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany
All trademarks (except BEHRINGER, the BEHRINGER logo, JUST LISTEN and B-CONTROL) mentioned belong to their respective owners and are not affiliated with BEHRINGER. Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

SPECIFICATIONS

USB INTERFACE Type Full-speed 12 MBit/sec. USB MIDI class-compliant

MIDI INTERFACE Type

5-pin DIN connectors IN, OUT A, OUT B/THRU
CONTROL ELEMENTS Controls 8 motorized 100-mm faders 8 infinitely variable push encoders with LED rings Keys 20 keys 10 system keys (4x Encoder Group, 4x programming, 2x Preset) DISPLAY Type SWITCHED INPUTS Footswitch Foot pedal POWER SUPPLY Voltage Power consumption Fuse Mains connection
4-digit 7-segment LED display
1 x " TS connector with automatic polarity detection 1 x " TRS connector
100 to 240 V~, 50/60 Hz max. 15 W T 1 A H 250 V Standard IEC receptacle
DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT Dimensions (W x H x D) 13" x 4" x 11 4/5" (330 mm x 100 mm x 300 mm) Weight approx. 2,60 kg (5 lbs.)
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to manintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.

Technical specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice. The information contained herein is correct at the time of printing. All trademarks (except BEHRINGER, the BEHRINGER logo, JUST LISTEN and B-CONTROL) mentioned belong to their respective owners and are not affiliated with BEHRINGER. BEHRINGER accepts no liability for any loss which may be suffered by any person who relies either wholly or in part upon any description, photograph or statement contained herein. Colors and specifications may vary slightly from product. Products are sold through our authorized dealers only. Distributors and dealers are not agents of BEHRINGER and have absolutely no authority to bind BEHRINGER by any express or implied undertaking or representation. 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 International GmbH. Mac is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. (c) 2007 BEHRINGER International GmbH. BEHRINGER International GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich-Muenchheide II, Germany. Tel. +9206 0, Fax +9206 4903