Timewave DSP-599zx, Operating Manual

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1 – Introduction
1-2 March 6, 1997
mode oriented operation of the DSP-599zx. The LCD alphanumeric display
provides a clear view of operating settings when switching between operat-
ing modes. The quick-select push buttons and optical encoders for filter tun-
ing allow instant mode change with total recall of last setting and memories.
Front-panel selectable and adjustable inputs allow you to quickly setup and
adjust your DSP-599zx to wipe out noise and QRM like never before!
Here are a few more highlights among the many other operating features of
the DSP-599zx:
• Selectable Automatic Gain Control
• Configurable bypass control
• Two selectable input channels
• Two configurable output channels
• Six memories for instant recall of user-defined configurations
• Test instrument mode for analyzing signals and other equipment
Signal Flow
The DSP-599zx converts analog signals into digital signals before it routes
and processes them. The digital signal processor also controls the front panel
switches, encoders, LEDs, LCD display, and back panel inputs and outputs.
This figure is a greatly simplified block diagram of the DSP-599zx.
DSP
Circuit
PTT
I/O
Data
I/O
Front Panel Controls
and Display
Channel A
Input
Channel B
Input
DB-9
Connector
Speaker
Headphones
Line Out
Chan
B
Chan
A
599-013
Line Out
Headphones
Speaker
Timewave DSP 599zx
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