Lexicon LXP-15 II, Owner'S Manual

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LXP-15 II Owner's Manual
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Setting Audio Levels The wide range of adjustment available with the LXP-15 II INPUT and OUTPUT
controls allow it to be used with virtually any kind of equipment found in the studio
or on the road.
To set audio levels:
1. Turn the LXP-15 II INPUT and OUTPUT controls all the way down (fully
counterclockwise).
2. Set the instrument output, preamp output, or effects send that feeds the
LXP-15 II input(s) to a nominal level. With an instrument, this should be your
loudest normal playing level; with a preamp output or console, adjust the
output(s) or effects send(s) to produce the highest level possible with the
least amount of noise. If the output you are using doesn't have a level
control, don't worry about it!
3. While sending audio to the LXP-15 II, gradually turn up the INPUT control
until the red OVL LED just flashes on the loudest peaks. If it flashes
continuously, turn the INPUT control down slightly. This ensures the best
possible signal-to-noise ratio and dynamic range.
In general, it is best to set the gains in your system so that the nominal input
to the LXP-15 II is at least 12dB from the maximum converter (peak) level.
OVL LED flashes on peaks; INPUT
level should be set to the level where
the OVL LED flashes briefly on the
loudest peaks only.
Green LEDs should be lit.
Note: If the OVL LED flashes with no input present it indicates processor
overload is occurring.
4. Turn the LXP-15 II OUTPUT control up.
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