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PX Equalization Modules

The equalizer section of the PX Main features plug-in modules
that enable the user to select both the center frequency and
bandwidth of the four front panel FILTER controls.  The “stock” PX
comes equipped with the following modules:

Filter #

Frequency

Q-(Bandwidth)

1

35Hz

2.1

2

129Hz

2.2

3

1.1Khz

0.6

4

18Khz

1.3

These stock filters are found to be effective in most applications
and are a good starting point in the process of equalizing the
typical system.  If it is determined that there are acoustic problems
that the stock filters do not effectively cover, there are 120
additional filters from which to select.  Contact Technical
Assistance at the factory for ordering information.   Please specify
center frequency and ‘Q’ when ordering additional filter modules.

NOTE:  ‘Q’ is a numeric expression of the effective width of a
filter.  In general the larger the ‘Q’ the narrower the effective
bandwidth.  For example, a filter with a ‘Q’ of 4.5 would be a spike
filter effecting a very narrow band of frequencies while a filter such
as the stock #3 centered at 1.1Khz with a ‘Q’ of 0.6 effects
virtually the entire midrange.

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Summary of Contents for PX

Page 1: ...Model PX Paragraphic Equalizer With Electronic Crossover Owner s Manual A R P A OF AMERICA CORP MADE IN MODESTO CA U S A...

Page 2: ...Contents Introduction 2 Installation Instructions 3 PX Equalization Modules 5 Input Gain Adjustment 6 Technical Assistance 7 Manufacturing 8 1...

Page 3: ...of the unit by way of gold plated RCA connectors The back panel also contains the controls for the electronic crossover The crossover frequency is continuously variable in a range of 70Hz to 1 6 kHz...

Page 4: ...nel controls may be necessary in fine tuning the crossover point or output levels The PSi can be mounted virtually anywhere within the vehicle that is free from moisture Its compact design plug in bar...

Page 5: ...CD switched to 12V output ONLY wire sizes between AGW 12 and 22 gauge should be used when making these connections Strip 1 4 inch of insulation from the end wire insert into the proper position in th...

Page 6: ...pical system If it is determined that there are acoustic problems that the stock filters do not effectively cover there are 120 additional filters from which to select Contact Technical Assistance at...

Page 7: ...ipping The yellow indicators labeled LO HI are calibrated to ZAPCO power amplifiers with an input sensitivity of 2 5V RMS and indicate the onset of amplifier clipping Insert tape or compact disc recor...

Page 8: ...ent directly Phone 209 577 4268 Monday Friday 8am 5pm Pacific time Fax 209 577 8548 If you need to return this product for repair please call the factory for a return authorization number We will ask...

Page 9: ...d to design specs 4 Extrusion Machining American made aluminum extrusion is cut and machined to precise tolerances 5 Assembly The product is assembled 6 Final Test Every product is tested with the hig...

Page 10: ...A R P A of America Corp 413 S Riverside Drive Suite D Modesto CA 95354 209 577 4268 Fax 209 577 8548 PX Rev G 12 96...

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