System Tuning Functions; Input/Output Level Setting - µ-Dimension Glow DSP8 Instruction Manual

System Tuning Functions

Input and Output Level Setting-
To ensure the highest overall audio system signal-to-noise ratio
and dynamic range performance, the signal level controls on every
component in the system should be set so that the highest possible
un-distorted signal levels are maintained at every step in the signal
chain, from the signal source through every component, including the
amplifiers.
A complete description on setting audio system signal levels and
gain structure is explained in Appendix A, Level Setting and Gain
Structure. We recommend that you read and fully understand this
information first, so that you will understand the overall theory and
procedures involved in proper level setting. This will allow you to
maximize signal level performance through your entire audio system.
One of the very best benefits of using the DSP8 is that it has input
and output level controls that will make it very easy to adjust these
parameters within the processor. It also has a peak level indicator,
which is designed to show you the actual signal level relative to the
maximum possible undistorted level possible. Throughout the tuning
process using the DSP8, always keep the signal level indicators at
the front of your consideration list. What ever you do with the signal
levels within each section of the processor, try to keep the maximum
levels right at the clipping limits, indicated by a red "light" in the
overall level indicator.
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