Quick Setup - Peavey Feedback Ferret D Operating Manual

Feedback Ferret® D
precision stereo digital dynamic anti-feedback filter array
Find it and eliminate it. The Feedback Ferret D solves your feedback problems automatically. With the Feedback Ferret D
Dual Channel Digital Anti-Feedback System on the job, feedback can be eliminated in stereo, or eliminated independently in
either channel when configured as a dual mono processor. The Feedback Ferret D features precise digital filters, fast feedback
analysis and an audio friendly approach to feedback elimination.
The Feedback Ferret D applies 16 stereo digital dynamic filters (or 2 filters in dual mono mode) at a resolution of 24-bits,
automatically controlling feedback without sacrificing volume or tone. The Feedback Ferret D, armed with sophisticated
algorithms, distinguishes between music and feedback, seeking and destroying the feedback, leaving your music alone.
Although there is no substitute for a good soundperson, the Feedback Ferret D can greatly improve your sound application.
Please read this guide carefully to ensure your personal safety as well as the safety of your equipment.
FEATURES:
• Sophisticated seek and destroy algorithms that find‚ lock in and reduce offending frequencies
• 24-bit converters and a sample rate of 48 kHz
• 16 stereo, dynamically controlled digital notch filters (or 32 filters in dual mono mode) configured for 1/12 octave
performance give the Feedback Ferret D more feedback control than any other unit on the market
• Four preset locations allow you to store settings for your most common performance venues
• Disable button located on rear panel allows you to quickly disable the front panel once your settings are made
• +4 or -10 dB switches on each in/out
• Wide/Narrow button changes the width of filters
• Reset button resets some or all of the filters

QUICK SETUP

1. Turn off power to all units in your signal path.
2. Insert the Feedback Ferret D into your signal path between the mixer and power amp. Make sure your speakers are
connected. Connect the mixer's main output and/or monitor output (depending on your application) to the Feedback
Ferret D's input. Connect one of the Feedback Ferret D's outputs to the power amp input. Connect all microphones.
. Power up all units with the master volume completely down. (Remember: You should turn your power amp on last
and off first.) Make sure the Feedback Ferret D is set to Fixed Filter Learn (LED ON). (Remember: you want a fairly
quiet room with the microphone levels up and no signal going through the system.)
4. Slowly bring up the master volume. The Feedback Ferret D starts to work as feedback occurs‚ beginning with
filter 1. The filter LEDs will blink as the filters are needed‚ letting you know that a feedback frequency has been found
and the filter defined. Expect some LEDs to light solidly as filters lock down on a problem! Increases the volume only
as much as needed.
5. Once the feedback is eliminated and filters are set‚ depress the Normal button on the front panel of the Feedback
Ferret D and return the mixer gain to a normal level. That's it! Your Feedback Ferret D is working for you.
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