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Limit 2/2

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Page 1: ...Limit 2 2 limiter user manual ...

Page 2: ...Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans Thomann Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 07 12 2015 ID 288549 ...

Page 3: ...l notes 4 2 Safety instructions 6 3 Features 10 4 Installation 11 5 Starting up 14 6 Connections and operating elements 15 7 Technical specifications 20 8 Cleaning 22 9 Protecting the environment 23 Table of contents Limit 2 2 3 ...

Page 4: ...uous development We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual Signal word Meaning DANGER This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided NOTICE This combination of symbol and signal word in...

Page 5: ...Warning signs Type of danger Warning high voltage Warning danger zone General notes Limit 2 2 5 ...

Page 6: ...to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical sensorial and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience Other persons may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for ...

Page 7: ... not detach any small parts e g knobs or the like from the unit They could swallow the pieces and choke Never let children unattended use electrical devices DANGER Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present Never remove any covers There are no user serviceable parts inside Safety Safety instructions Limit 2 2 7 ...

Page 8: ...not modify the mains cable or the plug Failure to do so could result in electric shock death or fire If in doubt seek advice from a regis tered electrician NOTICE Risk of fire Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots Do not place the device near any direct heat source Keep the device away from naked flames Safety instructions limiter 8 ...

Page 9: ...onnecting the device ensure that the input voltage AC outlet matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire ...

Page 10: ...gnal by an adjustable value Both stereo chan nels are processed interdependently and compressed by the same ratio The channel with the higher dynamic controls both channels Special features of the device n Fixed values for attack and release time n A D and D A converters with high resolution n High sampling rate n Adjustable threshold Features limiter 10 ...

Page 11: ...otect the device against vibration dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage respectively Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off Use the shortest possible high quality cables for all connections Installation Limit 2 2 11 ...

Page 12: ...and table indicate the XLR pin assignment 1 Ground shielding 2 Signal 3 Signal Drawings and tables indicate the pin assignment for 1 4 phone plugs unbalanced and bal anced 1 Signal 2 Ground shielding XLR connections for signal in and outputs Phone plugs for signal in and outputs Installation limiter 12 ...

Page 13: ...1 Signal 2 Signal 3 Ground shielding The unit has been designed for rack mounting in a standard 19 inch rack it occupies one rack unit Rack mounting Installation Limit 2 2 13 ...

Page 14: ...o the power supply and switch it on Test the threshold setting until the amplifier is protected against overloading but the limiting of the signal dynamics is only as little as possible To protect your speakers proceed cautiously from an initially strong limiting towards lower settings If it is technically possible in your system please try without connected speakers first Observe the operating in...

Page 15: ...6 Connections and operating elements Front panel Connections and operating elements Limit 2 2 15 ...

Page 16: ...P This LED indicates an excessive input level overloading the input If this happens reduce the output level of the con nected device 3 LEFT LIMIT Indicates active limiting in the left channel 4 RIGHT LIMIT Indicates active limiting in the right channel Connections and operating elements limiter 16 ...

Page 17: ...lastic cover and turn the switch with a suitable screwdriver to the desired value between 9 dBu bypass no limiting and 22 dBu To protect the switch against unintended adjusting refit the plastic cover 6 POWER This LED indicates that the unit is turned on Connections and operating elements Limit 2 2 17 ...

Page 18: ...Rear panel Connections and operating elements limiter 18 ...

Page 19: ...LR chassis socket n 1 4 phone socket balanced or unbalanced 9 Slide switch for mains voltage setting 10 IEC chassis connector with fuse holder Always make sure that the slide switch 9 is et to the correct position before you connect the mains voltage here 11 Main switch to turn the device on or off Connections and operating elements Limit 2 2 19 ...

Page 20: ... 9 dBu THD in Bypass mode 6dbFS 0 01 Frequency response 0 5 dB 20 Hz 20 kHz Signal to noise ratio 103 dBu in Bypass mode Resolution A D and D A conversion 24 bit Resolution internal processing 24 48 bit with 96 bit accuracy for intermediate steps Attack time 80 µs Release time 600 ms Operating supply voltage AC 220 240 V 50 Hz Technical specifications limiter 20 ...

Page 21: ...Power consumption 10 5 W Fuse T500mAL250V bei 115 V T 250mAL250V bei 230 V Dimensions W D H 482 mm 175 mm 44 mm Weight 2 5 kg Technical specifications Limit 2 2 21 ...

Page 22: ...leaned on a regular basis to remove dust and dirt Before cleaning switch off the device and disconnect AC powered devices from the mains Use a lint free damp cloth for cleaning Never use solvents or alcohol for cleaning Fan grids Cleaning limiter 22 ...

Page 23: ...ng Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE Do not dispose with your normal household waste Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country If in ...

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