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Operation

Compressor/Limiter

Limit

The Limit button switches the Compressor to limiter mode. The Gain
Reduction control serves the purpose of controlling the threshold. The
Limiter does not function as a peak limiter, in other words there is no
guarantee that all peaks are intercepted. It is therefore advisable when
modulating a subsequent unit that a headroom of 2 to 4 dB remains. Peak
limiters have a system-based disadvantage in that audible distortions are
heard considerably sooner.

Gain Reduction

The Gain Reduction control sets the intensity of compression. Turning the
control clockwise increases compression.The working area spans b
20 dB (counter clockwise limit) and -50 dB (clockwise limit).

The compressor applies the so-called ”soft-knee” characteristic, which

means that quiet passages are processed at a lower compression ratio than
louder passages. At maximal compression it operates with a ratio of 1:2.5 –
very effective dynamic limits are achievable when inconspicuous characteri-
stics are to be processed. The exact development of the compressor curve is
portrayed in the diagram 1 on page 24. When setting the compression rate
the Gain Reduction display in the display field is of great assistance. The
effect on the selected compression rate is scaled in 1.5 dB steps. Depending
on signal source and dynamic structure the reduction values should lie
between 4 and 8 dB to restrict higher peaks and to optimize the operation of
the subsequent recording system.

Noise Gate

The Noise Gate control monitors the noise gate by which soft disturbances
are reduced during signal pauses. When turned fully counter clockwise the
noise gate is switched off. By turning the control in a clockwise direction the
threshold value increases. This means that the Noise Gate closes relatively
earlier.

The processing span of the Noise Gate is between –100 dB (gate control

turned fully counter clockwise) and + 18 dB (gate control turned fully clock-
wise). The Noise Gate is therefore operable over the complete dynamic
range.

With a hysteresis of 6 dB the noise gate functions very stably: the point at

which the Noise Gate opens lies 6 dB above the point at which the Noise
Gate closes again. Definite closure and opening is therefore assured – the
most feared characteristic of ”fluttering” is excluded. Even critical signals are
cleanly processed.

The release-time setting takes place automatically. The automation, which

depends upon the program, adjusts itself to the release time of the musical
piece thereby ensuring optimal (undetectable) opening and closing.

Summary of Contents for 9945

Page 1: ...Model 9945 Manual Channel Strip...

Page 2: ...imitations of Liability In no event will SPL be liable for any damages including loss of data lost profits cost of cover or other special incidental consequential or indirect damages arising from the...

Page 3: ...ng De Esser 11 Insert Insert 12 Compressor Limiter On 12 Limit Gain Reduction Noise Gate 13 Make Up Technical Information regarding the Compressor Limiter 14 Equalizer On Pre Comp Air Band 15 Mid Hi B...

Page 4: ...s for sound processing the total bandwidth of subtle corrections to low fidelity sounds is available The versatility and completeness of the unit permits its use in additional areas over and above the...

Page 5: ...l One The unit should be situated away from heat sources and direct sunlight Avoid installation in environments exposed to vibrations dust heat cold or moisture Keep the unit away from transformers or...

Page 6: ...6 Connections Rear Front Wiring...

Page 7: ...e Mic connector is used to plug in microphones of any type dynamic condenser or tube microphones etc If 48 V phantom power is required for some mics switch on the 48 V button For further information p...

Page 8: ...o both channels of the converter The maximum input level should not exceed 12 dBu to avoid clipping of the converter 12 dBu represents the digital full scale level 0 dBfs Playback Inputs The playback...

Page 9: ...re is to be adhered to Firstly connect the microphone to the Channel One then switch on the phantom power you can now commence work When recording has been completed firstly switch off the phantom pow...

Page 10: ...The Clip LED will warn you of potential peaks if during recording the Clip LED illuminates the preamplifying value is to be reduced accordingly Instrument Line On Mic Off This button allows selection...

Page 11: ...y band of about 2 octaves with compressor techniques the Auto Dynamic De Esser utilizes filters that process only the reducible S frequencies but do not interfere with the remainder of the spectrum Th...

Page 12: ...essor EQ combination which because in this manner the Channel One can be used as 2 independent units broadens the range of uses enormously As long as units are not connected to the insert loop the sig...

Page 13: ...in the display field is of great assistance The effect on the selected compression rate is scaled in 1 5 dB steps Depending on signal source and dynamic structure the reduction values should lie betwe...

Page 14: ...t distortions Even the control of the release time is dependent on the input signal Fast and large level fluctuations are correspondingly processed with shorter time constants than minor fluctuations...

Page 15: ...within certain frequency ranges these ranges should first be reduced with the EQ The signal can subsequently be compressed more easily If not done in this sequence the compressor would react very stro...

Page 16: ...constant Q filters if a more thorough setting has been chosen this will lead to far preciser definition of the frequency range to be processed This in turn minimizes influences from adjacent ranges Th...

Page 17: ...distinctly perceptible harmonics The distortion stage is located in front of the equa lizer so that the even newly created spectrums can be processed with the EQ The overmodulated field effect transis...

Page 18: ...signal when activated the PPM Output display does not show any values An instance of a sensible application could possibly be when the output signal of the Channel One together with the playback sign...

Page 19: ...ing starts whether he can hear himself and the playback adequately The best conditions for good intonation stemming from a relaxed working environment prevail Another practical use of the headphone mo...

Page 20: ...rdriven Microphone Instrument Line Gain an excessive Make Up value in the Compressor Limiter too much boost in the EQs or too high output level Possible causes of overload can be quickly detected by s...

Page 21: ...ly 6 dB so that the output value can exceed this limit without causing clipping The range of optimal noise performance lies between 0 and 9 dB Built around a torroidal transformer the power supply all...

Page 22: ...rument Input Frequency Response 10 Hz 100 kHz 100kHz 3dB Common Mode Rejection 1 kHz 80 dB 10 kHz 78 dB 0dBu only Line Input THD N Amplification A weighted 5 dB 99 4 dBu 20 dB 97 2 dBu 42 dB 79 4 dBu...

Page 23: ...23 Block Diagram Channel One Model 9945 1999 SPL electronics GmbH...

Page 24: ...imiter The reference curve A displays the relation between input and output Curve B shows the curve characteristics of the Compressor The soft knee characteristic is clearly visible Curve C portrays t...

Page 25: ...ous cut and boost settings of the Mid Hi filter at 3 kHz The proportional Q characteristic is distinctly visible Diagram 4 displays the curves of the Low Band filter Various cut and boost settings at...

Page 26: ...authorized SPL warranty repair facility in the country where purchased or to the SPL factory in Germany in the original packaging or a replacement supplied by SPL with all transportation costs and ful...

Page 27: ...27 Copy Master...

Page 28: ...28 Manual Notes...

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