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panel controls. Instead, a DC voltage controls all functions; this eliminates any
possibility of potentiometer noise developing over time.

Although the dbx 262 was designed to be the easiest stereo compressor/limiter
on the market to use, we suggest that you read this operation manual to fully
understand the 262's power.  We have kept the manual simple and easy to read
so that you can get back to work quickly.

We know you'll enjoy your 262 and thanks again for purchasing a quality dbx
product.

Before continuing any further, please inspect the contents of the dbx 262 box to
be sure that the following items are included:

• dbx 262 Compressor/Limiter

• Operation Manual (yes, you are already reading it)

• Registration/Warranty card

• 4 Rack Screws and Washers

• Power Cord

If anything is missing, please notify your dealer.

The information contained in this manual is subject to change at any time with-
out notification.

BYPASS Switches and LEDs

: In Bypass mode, the 262’s processing and con-

trols are disabled, presenting unaltered input signal at the 262’s output. The
bypass mode for each channel works independently, even when in stereo cou-
ple mode. Bypass mode is especially useful for making comparisons between
processed and unprocessed signals. When bypassed, the red LED adjacent to
the switch is lit.

THRESHOLD Control:

Adjust this control to set the threshold of compression

from -40 to +20 dBu.

Compressor/

Limiter

262

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Inspection  and  Front  Panel  

Inspection

Front Panel

Operation

GAIN REDUCTION  dB

1

3

6

10

15

20

25

30

OUTPUT GAIN

THRESHOLD

OVEREASY

STEREO
COUPLE

C H A N N E L   O N E

BYPASS

C H A

dB

-

O

+

RATIO

2:1

3:1

4:1

1:1

6:1

-4:1

-1:1

-2:1

:1

0

-10

-20

+10

+20

-10

-20

-30

-40

0

+10

+20

dBu

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Summary of Contents for 262

Page 1: ...Compressor Limiter 262 Operation Manual...

Page 2: ...re touched simultaneously LIVE E NEUTRAL EARTH GND CONDUCTOR L N BROWN BLUE GREEN YEL BLACK Normal Alt WIRE COLOR WHITE GREEN U K MAINS PLUG WARNING A moulded mains plug that has been cut off from the...

Page 3: ...s 6 Applications 7 Specifications 13 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy Utah 84070 USA Tel 801 568 7660 Fax 801 568 7662 E Mail customer dbxpro com Home Page http www dbxpro com International Sales 68 She...

Page 4: ...r authorizes any person to assume for it any obliga tion or liability in connection with the sale of this product In no event shall dbx or its dealers be liable for special or consequential damages or...

Page 5: ...s and Washers Power Cord If anything is missing please notify your dealer The information contained in this manual is subject to change at any time with out notification BYPASS Switches and LEDs In By...

Page 6: ...ockwise to increase the amount of compression from 1 1 no compression up to infini ty 1 no increase in output level regardless of input level increases above threshold further clockwise rotation incre...

Page 7: ...ea Either 100 120V or 230V Plug the cord into the unit and mains power Note that the 262 does not have a power switch It is recommended that the 262 be On at all times Power consump tion is low If you...

Page 8: ...corresponds to a point on the input output trans fer curve midway between the onset of processing and that point at which the transfer curve corresponds to the setting of the RATIO control Figure 1 on...

Page 9: ...atter case the signals will most likely be unbalanced as is typical of most insert signals Note The amount of compression is directly related to the level of the input signal However depending upon yo...

Page 10: ...rces require signal boost to drive the 262 s INPUT For example when recording voice directly to a portable tape deck a mic preamp like the dbx 760X placed between the mic and the 262 which is then fed...

Page 11: ...For example you can use a compressor to alter the envelope of a synth patch to create an otherworldly synth pad that has just the right amount of body and soul without losing its initial impact begin...

Page 12: ...n t have one Set the COMPRESSION RATIO to 10 1 and the THRESHOLD to 10dB With your mouth approximately 2 inches from the mic sing the vocal part but with less volume than normal Use phrasing to give t...

Page 13: ...usical performance this provides additional intimacy as the vocalist s whispers are heard clearly at every seat in the house The OverEasy curve available with the 262 permits a very high amount of com...

Page 14: ...o image If the left and right channels gains were allowed to change independently the stereo image would audibly shift away from the channel in which gain reduction is occurring toward the channel in...

Page 15: ...acteristic Selectable OverEasy or hard knee Ratio 1 1 through 1 to 1 1 60 dB maximum compression Attack Time Typically 15 ms for 10 dB 5ms for 20 dB 3 ms for 30 dB Release Time Program dependent 125 d...

Page 16: ...y Sandy Utah 84070 Phone 801 568 7660 Fax 801 568 7662 Int l Phone 219 462 0938 Int l Fax 219 462 4596 Questions or comments E mail us at customer dbxpro com or visit our World Wide Web home page at h...

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