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If no insert points are available, then method 4 would be utilized.  In this situation, be sure
that the AFS 224 input level allows the 0 and +10 dBu LEDS to light as indicated above.  The
input level to the amplifiers may have to be reduced in this situation so that they are not over-
driven by the signal from the AFS 224.

B – Setup Mode

The AFS 224 setup mode is used to set the Total Number of Filters and the Number of Fixed Filters
in each channel.  The number of Live filters is the difference between the Total Number of Filters
and the Number of Fixed filters (Live filters = Total Filters-Fixed filters).  Note: If channels are
linked (See F-2 Linking Channels) the setup will assign the same number of filters to channel 1
and 2.

B-1 Entering Setup Mode

Press and hold the channel 1 

<MODE>

button until the Filter LED's light from left to right

and repeat.  Release the channel 1 

<MODE>

button to enter the Setup Mode.  This is indi-

cated by the 

<MODE>

button lighting yellow.  You are now in the Set Total Number of Filters

mode.

B-2 Selecting the Total Number of Filters

The Set Total Number of Filters mode is indicated by the channel 

<MODE>

button lighting

yellow when in the Setup mode.  The current setting for the Total Number of Filters is indi-
cated by the number of Filter LED's lit for that channel.  To change the Total Number of Filters
use the channel 

<LIVE FILTER LIFT>

button to increment and the 

<TYPE>

button to decre-

ment the number of filters.  Each press of the button will increment or decrement the Total
Number of Filters.  Press and hold each button to slowly increment or decrement the num-
ber.

Warning:

Changing the Total Number of Filters may remove feedback filters already set.

B-3 Selecting the Number of Fixed Filters

Use the selected channel 

<MODE>

button to toggle to the Set Number of Fixed Filters mode

indicated by the selected channel’s 

<MODE>

button, which will light green.  The current set-

ting for the Number of Fixed Filters is indicated by the number of Filter LED's lit for that chan-
nel.  To change the number of Fixed Filters, use the selected channel’s 

<LIVE FILTER LIFT>

button to increment and the 

<TYPE>

button to decrement the number of filters.  Each press

of the button will increment or decrement the Total Number of Fixed Filters.  Press and hold
each button to slowly increment or decrement the number.  Pressing the selected channel ‘s

<MODE>

button will toggle between the Set Total Number of Filters and the Set Number of

Fixed Filters mode for each channel.  If the channels of the AFS 224 are linked (see F-2
Linking Channels) the above procedure will set the same number of filters for both channels.

Warning:

Changing the Number of Fixed Filters may remove feedback filters already set.

B-4 Exit Setup Mode

To exit the setup mode and return to operation mode press and hold the channel 1 

<MODE>

button until the Filter LED's light from left to right and repeat (same as entering Setup mode).

C - Using Fixed mode

The AFS 224 offers two main modes of operation, Fixed and Live.  Fixed mode is used to detect
and remove feedback problems in the system due to microphone placement, room modes etc.
Once set these filters are not removed until reset or cleared.  Live mode detects and removes
feedback during a performance or event.

User Setup

Operation

AFS 224

AFS 224 User Manual

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Summary of Contents for AFS 224

Page 1: ...User Manual Dual Channel Advanced Feedback Suppression Processor AFS 224...

Page 2: ...c shock refer servicing to qualified service personnel or equivalent This Equipment is intended for rack mount use only SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IF YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER C...

Page 3: ...ence that may cause undesired operation Operation of this unit within significant electromagnetic fields should be avoided use only shielded interconnecting cables DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufactur...

Page 4: ...the AFS 224 i Service Contact Info ii Warranty ii Installation Recommendations 1 Basic Connections 1 Rear Panel Connections 2 Front Panel Connections 2 User Setup 3 Applications 7 Block Diagram 10 Spe...

Page 5: ...AFS 224 Operation AFS 224...

Page 6: ...e to understanding the full functionality of the powerful AFS 224 series The dbx AFS 224 provide the user with the following features dbx s patent pending Advanced Feedback Suppression AFS technology...

Page 7: ...ser After expiration of the warranty a reasonable charge will be made for parts labor and packing if you choose to use the factory service facility In all cases you are responsible for transportation...

Page 8: ...I should be avoided where possible The AFS 224 has balanced inputs and outputs that can be used with any balanced or unbal anced line level device To connect the AFS 224 to your sound system refer to...

Page 9: ...ED with the 10 dBu LED occasionally lighting Clip LED This LED indicates that there is signal clipping at the input Bypass This button bypasses the notch filters in the signal path by pressing once Pr...

Page 10: ...cted to the insert jack s on a microphone channel of a mixer 2 Connected to the insert jack s on the main outputs of a mixer 3 Connected to the subgroup insert jack s of a mixer 4 Connected inline w o...

Page 11: ...h button to slowly increment or decrement the num ber Warning Changing the Total Number of Filters may remove feedback filters already set B 3 Selecting the Number of Fixed Filters Use the selected ch...

Page 12: ...er type can be changed by pressing the channels TYPE button This will change the filter type for the next filter and will not change exist ing filters When all fixed filters have been used new feedbac...

Page 13: ...ng the TYPE button switches between the dif ferent types You can select different types for both Live and Fixed Mode E Clearing Filters Fixed and Live To clear the Live filters press and hold the BYPA...

Page 14: ...e L R 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0...

Page 15: ...0dBV switch on the back of the 224 accordingly Pan Mute 10 0 5 10 20 30 5 L R Mute L R Mute L R Mute L R 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3...

Page 16: ...he 4dBu or 10dBV switch on the back of the 224 accordingly Pan Mute 10 0 5 10 20 30 5 L R Mute L R Mute L R Mute L R 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3...

Page 17: ...3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 Pan 5 4 3 2 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 10 0 5 10 20 30 5 10 0 5 10 2...

Page 18: ...24 Block Diagram TYPE IV A D DSP Micro Processor Programmable Logic CLIP Detect Bypass Type Live Filter Lift Mode Bypass Type Input meter Input D A RF Filter Live Filter Lift Mode RF Filter Outputs In...

Page 19: ...ed 110 dB unweighted 22kHz BW Type IV dynamic range 119 dB A weighted 22kHz BW 117 dB unweighted 22kHz BW A D Conversion 24 bit D A Performance Dynamic Range 112 dB A weighted 109dB unweighted D A Con...

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