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Transient Designer

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Packaged in a standard 19 " EIA format and occupying 1U

(44,45 mm) of rack space, the Transient Designer can be installed
in a standard rack, but it is recommended that the rear of the case
be supported, especially in touring applications. The Transient
Designer should not be installed near units which produce strong
magnetic fields or extreme heat. Do not install the Transient
Designer directly above or below power amplifiers or digital
processors. If possible, the Transient Designer should be placed in
an 'analogue rack' where the majority (or all) of the equipment
installed is analogue. Check that the voltage details quoted on
the back panel are the same as your local mains electricity supply.

•  Use a small, flat bladed screwdriver to set the voltage selector 

to the voltage for the area in which the unit will be used.

•  Never cover up the ventilation slots on the top side of the unit.

•  If, during operation, the sound is interrupted or indicators no 

longer illuminate, or if abnormal odour or smoke is detected,
or if liquids are spilled on the unit, immediately disconnect the
power cord plug and contact your dealer.

•  Only clean your Transient Designer with a soft, lint-free cloth.

Use only standard cleaning agents. Never use alcohol or paint 
thinner, because they may damage the finish.

Important security advices 

Operation Safety

Connections

Before connecting the Transient Designer switch power off at all

connected units.

The Transient Designer is fitted with unbalanced Jack connec-

tors for the inputs and outputs of both channels.

Rear  panel of  the 

Transient Designer Dual-Channel,

model 9946

Summary of Contents for Transient Designer 9946

Page 1: ...DUAL CHANNEL Model 9946 Manual Dual Channel Dynamic Effect Processor Transient Designer ...

Page 2: ...itations 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 use of the unit however caused and on any theory of liability This limitation will apply even if SPL or an authorised dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damage SPL electronics GmbH P O B...

Page 3: ... start with my thanks to all our staff particularly Ruben Tilgner who created the Transient Designer Our products are often tested and compared in many publica tions as well as by our customers themselves and constantly attract outstanding evaluations for their audio performance I would like to pass on this broad appreciation to those who deserve it my excellent colleagues Hermann Gier Foreword Th...

Page 4: ...ignal s dynamics Because of the level independent processing inherent in Differential Envelope Technology manual threshold adjustments are not required In order to maintain the cleanest possible signal path the Transient Designer uses the excellently specified THAT 2181 VCAs which are especially natural sounding transparent and create minimal distortion High amplitudes are processed without dampin...

Page 5: ...ity supply Use a small flat bladed screwdriver to set the voltage selector to the voltage for the area in which the unit will be used Never cover up the ventilation slots on the top side of the unit If during operation the sound is interrupted or indicators no longer illuminate or if abnormal odour or smoke is detected or if liquids are spilled on the unit immediately disconnect the power cord plu...

Page 6: ...ng to the diagrams Differential EnvelopeTechnology Differential Envelope Technology maintains identical enve lope processing from quiet to loud signals from pianissimo to fortissimo without the need for the user to adjust any external parameters In a conventional system low level signals would be excluded from processing Both parameters ATTACK and SUSTAIN work in parallel and do not influence each...

Page 7: ...fference between Env 3 Diagram 4 and Env 4 Diagram 5 hatched area The sustain is extended at positive settings and shortened at negative settings Diagram 3 illustrates the shapes of the processed curves with maximum and minimum attack compared to the original curve from Diagram 1 Diagram 4 illustrates the original curve and both envelopes generated for processing the sustain period The envelope fo...

Page 8: ...nnect the Transient Designer to an analogue mixing console because these generally have enough headroom to process peak levels of more than 15 dB without clipping However it is imperative to check the input levels of the mixer and any clip monitor LEDs at the channel inserts If the Transient Designer is connected directly to a ProTools 888 interface a Yamaha O2R mixer or similar units with interna...

Page 9: ...signal actually arrives at the Transient Designer With the ATTACK control the attack period of a signal can be emphasised or attenuated by up to 15 dB For detailed informa tion about the mode of operation of the ATTACK control please read the section Tech Talk on pages 6 7 and 8 The ATTACK control circuitry incorporates two envelope gene rators One follows the original curve while the second produ...

Page 10: ...ge regardless of any difference in levels of both channels This is necessary to maintain a coherent and stable stereo image The front panel controls of channel 1 including the ACTIVE switch function as the master controls in LINK mode The Transient Designer is ideally suited for use in professional recording in project or home studios and P A applications For the first time the Transient Designer ...

Page 11: ...live drum sets The attack of a bass drum or a loop can be emphasised to increase the power and presence in the mix The sustain period of a snare or a reverb flag can be shortened in a very musical way to obtain more transparency in the mix Recording a live drum set toms or overheads can be shortened without physically damping them Miking live drums is considerably faster and easier because the app...

Page 12: ...imately 4 dB by increa sing the attack value the effective increase of peak levels in the overall mix is merely about 0 5 dB to 1 dB Used for guitar sounds the Transient Designer softens the instrument by lowering the attack Alternatively increasing the attack lets the sound jump to the front of the mix which works particularly well for picking guitars Distorted electric guitar sounds are already ...

Page 13: ...0 Hz by means of a recessed slide switch on the rear panel and a ground lift switch is fitted for use where ground loops are causing hum problems When the GND LIFT switch is set to off the circuit ground is isolated from the chassis ground The detachable power cord is a standard 3 wire type fitted with an IEC mains connector the transformer power cord and mains connector have VDE UL and CSA approv...

Page 14: ... Bypass Power Fail Safety Measurements Frequency response 20 Hz 100 kHz 100 kHz 3 dB THD N 0 004 1kHz S N CCIR 468 3 89 dBu S N A weightened 105 dBu Power Supply Torroidal transformer 15 VA Fuse 200 mA Ground Lift switch Voltage selector Dimensions Housing Standard EIA 19 1U 482 x 44 x 220 mm Weight 2 25 kg Note 0 dBu 0 775 V Subject to change without notice Specifications ...

Page 15: ...Transient Designer 15 Your Notes ...

Page 16: ...thorised 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 full insurance paid each way by the purchaser or owner All remedies and the measure of damages are limited to the above services It is possible that economic loss or injury to person or property may result...

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