Art Model 442 User Manual

400 series dual channel 15 band 2/3 octave graphic equalizer, single channel 31 band 1/3 octave graphic equalizer

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442 EQ
DUAL CHANNEL 15 BAND 2/3 OCTAVE GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
452 EQ
SINGLE CHANNEL 31 BAND 1/3 OCTAVE GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
USER'S GUIDE

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  • Page 1 442 EQ DUAL CHANNEL 15 BAND 2/3 OCTAVE GRAPHIC EQUALIZER 452 EQ SINGLE CHANNEL 31 BAND 1/3 OCTAVE GRAPHIC EQUALIZER USER’S GUIDE...
  • Page 2: Installation

    INSTALLATION The Model 442 and 452 Equalizers are designed for mounting in a standard 19” equipment rack or one of the many rack type portable cases available on the market. The vertical measurements are 3.2 inches.
  • Page 3: Signal Levels

    Do not connect microphones directly to the equalizer. Microphones require a preamp. CHASSIS GROUNDING The Model 442 and 452 Equalizers are equipped with a rear panel Ground Lift switch. After setting up your system, if the system exhibits excessive hum or buzzing, the problem may be a ground incom- patibility between your equalizer and other equipment in the same system.
  • Page 4: Front Panel Controls

    Here are some tips to help you with the initial set up: 1. Set channel levels to the center detent 0dB on the front panel. 2. Bypass the equalizer (Note: Select the bypass switch and press - the red LED is on.) 3.
  • Page 5 2. FILTER LEVEL CONTROLS Each of these sliders controls the output level of each of the 31 (or 15) bandpass filters. The center detent position is grounded to assure flat response. 3. FILTER RANGE SWITCH & INDICATORS The gain range of the filter sliders is switchable (as a group) from +/- 6dB to + /-12dB for maximum boost/cut capability.
  • Page 6 8. LEVEL CONTROL This controls the level of signal coming into the equalizer. Turn this control down if the Clip LED illuminates steadily (meaning too strong an input signal). Unity gain can be set by turning this knob to its center detent position. 9.
  • Page 7 nel. CAUTION: After checking the AC supply voltage, be sure that the correct fuse is in the fuse holder; 0.6Amp for 100-103VAC, as well for 220-240VAC. 12. AC VOLTAGE SELECTOR Set this slide switch to match your line voltage supply. CAUTION: For new installations and portable sound systems, or any situation in which the mains power is suspect, it is wise to confirm appropriate voltage and line polarity BEFORE connecting the instrument to power source.
  • Page 8 APPLICATIONS Graphic equalizers may be used wherever modification of the frequency contour of a sound system is needed. A graphic equalizer is a solution to any number of sound problems or creative urges. Typical reinforcement application of a two channel equalizer...
  • Page 9: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION Limited Warranty Applied Research and Technology will provide warranty and service for this unit in accordance with the following warrants: Applied Research and Technology (A R T) warrants to the original purchaser that this product and the components thereof will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a pe- riod of three years from the date of purchase.
  • Page 10 SERVICE The following information is provided in the unlikely event that your unit requires service. 1) Be sure that the unit is the cause of the problem. Check to make sure the unit has power supplied, all cables are connected correctly, and the cables themselves are in working condi- tion.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    INPUT AC POWER SIZE WEIGHT 1*31, 1/3 Octave ISO Spacing From 20Hz to 20kHz. (model 452) 2*15, 2/3 Octave ISO Spacing From 25Hz to 16kHz. (model 442) Constant Q 3% Center Frequency 60mm (Oil Dampened, Positive Center Detent) for 1*31, 2*15...
  • Page 12 APPLIED RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY 215 TREMONT STREET ROCHESTER, NEW YORK 14608 USA (585) 436-2720 – Voice (585) 436-3942 – Fax http://www.artproaudio.com E-mail: cserve@artproaudio.com 442 EQ DUAL CHANNEL 15 BAND 2/3 OCTAVE GRAPHIC EQUALIZER 452 EQ SINGLE CHANNEL 31 BAND 1/3 OCTAVE GRAPHIC EQUALIZER 442-5004-100...

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