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User Guide 

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English

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Introduction 

 

The Rane ME15S microGraphic Equalizer is a two-channel, 2/3-octave design with 20 mm sliders in a 
single rack space unit. It features a Range switch for high slider resolution in the ±6 dB mode, 
equivalent resolution to 45 mm sliders found on double rack-space models. The ±12 dB mode 
provides a wide range of control over system audio. 

The active filter sections feature Rane’s innovative constant-Q (constant bandwidth) design. 
Constant-Q means the bandwidth of each individual filter is guaranteed to be narrow enough to 
prevent unwarranted interaction between filters, yet wide enough to produce exactly the type of 
correction curve demanded by even the most unusual acoustic surroundings. This differs dramatically 
from conventional designs of the past, encumbered with the unfortunate characteristic of changing 
bandwidth when changing boost/cut amounts. 

Front panel controls and indicators include an overall rotary Level control for each channel as well as 
Overload indicators. Passive push-button Bypass switches feature LED indicators, avoiding 
ambiguity by being 

on 

when the unit is Bypassed. (A 

passive 

Bypass switch requires no power to 

operate. This allows completion of the audio path should the power fail in the ME15S.) 

Inputs and Outputs are electronically balanced designs, capable of unbalanced operation when 
required. They accept and drive all possible signal levels into normal load impedances. Balanced 
applications choose between the XLR or 1/4" (6.35 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve balanced connectors. 
Unbalanced sources also may tie to the ME15S through mono 1/4" connectors (no ring connection). 

 

Features: 

 

Constant-Q Bandwidth Design 

 

Overall Level Control 

 

20 mm Filter Slide Controls 

 

±6 or ±12 dB Slider Range 

 

Passive Bypass Switch 

 

Grounded Center Detents at 0 dB 

 

Infrasonic, Ultrasonic, and RFI Filters 

 

Fully Balanced XLR Inputs and Outputs 

 

1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Inputs and 
Outputs 

 

Universal internal switching power supply 
(100–240 VAC) 

 

Box Contents 

 

ME15S 

Power Cable 

User Guide 

Safety & Warranty Manual 

 

Support 

 

For the latest information about this product (documentation, technical specifications, system 
requirements, compatibility information, etc.) and product registration, visit 

rane.com

For additional product support, visit 

rane.com

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Summary of Contents for ME 15S

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Page 3: ...s switches feature LED indicators avoiding ambiguity by being on when the unit is Bypassed A passive Bypass switch requires no power to operate This allows completion of the audio path should the powe...

Page 4: ...without passing through any active circuitry often referred to as hard wire bypass Use this switch to compare equalized and unequalized material or to bypass the equalizer in the event of power loss...

Page 5: ...3 meters to avoid hum and noise Note Choose between this and the XLR Input jack use only one they do not sum Refer to the Sound System Interconnection RaneNote at rane com note110 for unbalanced wiri...

Page 6: ...a required hardware point of view there will be no performance trade offs The wiring convention adheres to American British and International standards of pin 2 or tip being hot pin 3 or ring being re...

Page 7: ...that works well Begin with the following settings 1 Engage the Bypass switch switch depressed Bypass LED on 2 Put all sliders in their center positions 0 dB The center position has a grounded detent 3...

Page 8: ...hands of a master chef A little goes a long way in improving sound quality too much and the mix is spoiled If modest amounts of equalization 6 8 dB do not solve the problem it is best remedied by othe...

Page 9: ...alanced 15 unbalanced 1 dBu 2 k or greater 19 balanced 13 unbalanced 1 dBu 600 Overall Gain Range Off to 0 unbalanced output min dB Sliders centered Off to 6 balanced output min dB Sliders centered RF...

Page 10: ...1 75 H x 19 W x 5 25 D 1U 4 4 cm x 48 3 cm x 13 3 cm Weight 5 lbs 2 3 kg Note 0 dBu 0 775 Vrms Specifications are subject to change without notice Trademarks Licenses Rane is a trademark of inMusic B...

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