LA Audio G400 Manuale utente

4 Channel Frequency

Conscious Noise Gate

Operation Manual

June 2005

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CONTENTS

1.0 OVERVIEW 4

2.0 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 5-7

2.1 Bypass switch and led

2.2 Listen switch

2.3 Hi-Pass control

2.4 Lo-Pass control

2.5 Ext. Key led

2.6 Threshold control

2.7 Above-Below leds

2.8 Attack switch

2.9 Range switch

2.10 Release control

2.11 Link switch

3.0 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS 8-9

3.1 Side Chain insert

3.2 Input

3.3 Output

3.4 Level switch

3.5 Power switch

3.6 Power inlet

4.0 INSTALLATION 10-11

4.1 Inspection and unpacking Phantom

4.2 Operating Environment +48V indicator

4.3 CE Standard and LVD Pad

4.4 Power Requirement Listen

5.0 WARRANTY 12

6.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 13

7.0 DIMENSIONS 14

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1.0 OVERVIEW

Main Features:

•4 channels of Frequency Conscious Noise Gating

•Variable Hi and Low Pass side chain Filters

•Fully variable Threshold and Release

•Fast and Slow Attack modes

•Range switching between -20dB and -80dB

•Side chain Listen facility

•Stereo linking

•Side chain inserts

•Balanced Inputs-Outputs with +4dBu/10dBV switching

The G400 is a professional 4 channel noise gate that can be operated as 4 separate

processors or linked as two independant stereo pairs. In Link mode, Channel 1 and 3

provide Master control and 'rms summing' is used to ensure that signals from both the

linked channels operate the gate.

Each channel has fully variable controls for filter Frequency, Threshold and Release.

Range is switchable to provide either full muting (-80dBu) or a more subtle level of signal

attenuation (-20dBu).

Two Attack modes are available; Fast or Slow and Release is manually adjustable. In-

built sidechain 'auto-level-sensing' and Hold circuitry ensure that false triggering and

chatter are kept to a minimum. High and Low pass filters are included and can be used

for a wide range of frequency conscious gating applications. A LISTEN facility allows the

filters to be easily tuned by ear. Each channel also has a sidechain insert with front panel

indication when an External Key jack is plugged in.

Led indicators are provided for Above-Below Threshold, Bypass and Link.

All inputs and outputs are electronically balanced and can be switched between +4dBu

and -10dBV operating levels.

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2.0 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

2.1 BYPASS switch

Pressing BYPASS cancels gating by removing the side chain voltage from the

voltage controlled amplifier (VCA). The Input-Output and level change circuitry

remain in the signal path.

The BYPASS led lights when the compressor is Bypassed.

2.2 LISTEN switch

This facility allows the side chain signal to be monitored at the channel output.

This is useful for tuning the side chain filters by ear.

2.3 HI-PASS control

This control sets the cut off frequency of the high pass filter in the side chain

signal path. Side chain signals at frequencies below the cut off frequency are

attenuated and so will not operate the gate.

Use this control to prevent low frequency signals, such as a miked up bass drum,

opening the gate.

2.4 LO-PASS control

This control sets the cut off frequency of the low pass filter in the side chain signal

path. Side chain signals at frequencies above the cut off frequency are

attenuated and so will not operate the gate.

Use this control to prevent high frequency signals, such as a miked up hi-hat

cymbal, opening the gate.

Please note:

The filters are always in the side chain signal path so if not required it is

necessary to set the controls to their extreme frequencies to prevent them

affecting the side chain signal.

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2.5 EXT. KEY led

EXT. KEY lights when a jack is plugged into the side chain insert on the rear of

the G400.

2.6 THRESHOLD control

THRESHOLD sets the reference level at which the gate will open and allow audio

through to the output. Control range is -50dBu to +20dB.

The side chain on the G400 has been designed with 'auto-level-sensing' and Hold

circuitry to ensure that both fast transient and low frequency signals operate the

gate without false triggering and/or chatter. However if the gate repeatedly opens

and closes on a particular signal, reducing the THRESHOLD level can often

correct this.

2.7 ABOVE-BELOW leds

These two leds indicate the relationship between the side chain signal (which is

normally the same as the input signal unless the side chain insert is used) and

the THRESHOLD setting.

The BELOW led indicates that the signal level is below threshold and the gate is

closed. In practise, when the BELOW led lights the audio starts to fade at a rate

set by the RELEASE control.

The ABOVE led indicates that signal levels are above threshold and the gate is

open. When the gates closes, the ABOVE led starts to fade at a rate set by the

RELEASE setting.

2.8 ATTACK switch

Two switchable ATTACK rates are available on the G400 -

SLOW provides an attack speed which is suitable for most program material

without introducing transient clicks.

FAST is intended for gating percussive instruments or signals with fast attacks

transients.

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2.9 RANGE switch

The RANGE switch determines the amount of signal attenuation that occurs

during gating. The G400 provides for full signal muting (-80dB) or a more subtle

attenuation (-20dB).

2.10 RELEASE control

RELEASE adjusts the speed at which the gates closes once the input signal level

has fallen below that set by the THRESHOLD control. Control range is 10mS to

4S.

Please note:

With instruments such as bass guitars, short RELEASE times can cause the gate

to chatter. If this occurs increase the release time.

2.11 LINK switch

Pressing the LINK switch couples channels 1&2 and 3&4 for stereo operation.

Channels 1 and 3 become the masters, the controls on channels 2 and 4 are

disabled.

The side chain circuitry on the G400 uses true rms summing to ensure that the

signals in both the linked channels are used to control the gate.

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3.0 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS

3.1 SIDECHAIN

The Side chain TRS jack allows connection of an external processor such as a

parametric equaliser for more sophisticated frequency conscious gating

applications. External key signals are often used for gated-reverb, rhythmic and

bass enhancement effects.

This is an unbalanced insert with Ring wired as Send and Tip wired as Return.

Please note:

Plugging a jack into the side chain connector breaks the control signal path which

must then be completed by the externally connected equipment.

3.2 INPUT

Electronically balanced Input with pin 2 wired hot (signal +).

Unbalanced operation is possible by joining pin 3 to pin 1 (signal ground) and

using pin 2 as signal hot (+).

Please note:

To maintain correct signal levels in un-balanced applications, pin 3 must be

joined to pin 1 and not left un-connected.

3.3 OUTPUT

Electronically balanced Output with pin 2 wired hot (signal +).

For un-balanced operation pin 3 can be joined to pin 1 i.e. pin 2 = signal hot and

pins 1&3 = ground (screen).

Please note:

To maintain correct signal levels in un-balanced applications, pin 3 must be

joined to pin 1 and not left un-connected.

3.4 LEVEL

These switches select the input and output operating level for each channel

between +4dBu (switch out) and -10dBV (switch in).

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The Side Chain insert operates at -2dBu in both +4dBu and -10dBV modes.

3.5 POWER

Mains power switch for G400

3.6 POWER INLET

Standard IEC mains inlet for use with a detachable mains cable.

See Section 3.4 for details of power requirements and fusing.

Please note:

The mains protection fuse is inside the unit, accessed by removing the top cover.

Ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains supply before attempting to

replace the fuse.

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4.0 INSTALLATION

4.1 INSPECTION AND UNPACKING

The G400 has been carefully packed at our factory in a carton designed to

withstand handling in transit. Should the unit appear to have been damaged in

transit, notify your dealer immediately and do not discard any of the packing. The

carton should contain -

•The G400

•Power cord - country specific, please check

•Operator Manual (this book)

4.2 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

The G400 is designed to operate between 0°C and 40°C (32-112°F) with relative

humidity no more than 80%. Should the units be installed in an equipment rack,

ensure that the ambient temperature conforms to these levels.

4.3 CE STANDARDS AND THE LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE (LVD)

The G400 has been designed to comply with the latest Electromagnetic

Compatibility (EMC) regulations. However we recommend you do not operate the

unit close to strong emitters of electromagnetic radiation such as power

transformers, motors, mobile telephones or radio transmitters.

The unit should only be connected to a power supply of the type described in 4.4

POWER REQUIREMENTS or as marked on the unit. Disconnect the mains

supply before removing any cover.

4.4 POWER REQUIREMENTS

The G400 is factory configured for either 230V 50Hz ac or 115V 60Hz ac mains

operation. Please refer to the following diagram which shows the transformer

connections for 230V and 115V –

The rating of the rear panel fuse is shown on the cover -

230V 115V

T125mA T250mA All are slow blow type

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