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- Page 1 EX•BB 500 ® AURAL EXCITER ® & OPTICAL BIG BOTTOM ® 500 SERIES MODULE Owner’s Manual NEW EXBB500 MANUAL.indd 1 1/12/12 3:31 PM...
- Page 2 SAFETY DECLARATIONS CAUTION: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type and rating of fuse. ATTENTION: pour une protection continue contre les risques d’incendie, ne remplacer qu’avec la même valeur et même type de fusible. WARNING: Do not place objects containing liquid on this unit as it is not designed to protect against spillage.
- Page 3 SAFETY DECLARATIONS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INSTALLATION 2.0 INTRODUCTION 2.1 The Aural Exciter and Big Bottom Technologies Explained 2.2 Simplified Block Diagram 3.0 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 3.1 Big Bottom Drive Control & Indicator 3.2 Big Bottom Frequency Control 3.3 Big Bottom Amount Control 3.4 Aural Exciter Harmonics Control 3.5 Aural Exciter Frequency Control 3.6 Aural Exciter Amount Control... -
Page 5: Installation
INSTALLING THE EX•BB 500 IN A 500 SERIES RACK 1. Turn off and unplug your 500 series rack frame. Inspect the card slot you intend you use to make sure that it is clean and free of any debris. 2. Before removing your EX•BB 500 from its box, discharge any static electricity buildup you may have by touching your 500 series rack. -
Page 6: Introduction
“Single-ended” means that the unit will receive the incoming audio signal, process the program material through Aphex’s patented Aural Exciter/Big Bottom technology, then output the effected signal with no further processing required to achieve the desired aural signal qualities. - Page 7 Even though the added information is low in level, the per- ception is a dramatic increase in mid and high frequencies. The EX•BB 500 also incorporates another exclusive Aphex patent, Big Bottom, providing a stronger, more powerful bass, increased sustain and density without an increase in the peak output.
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Page 8: Simplified Block Diagram
2.2 SIMPLIFIED BLOCK DIAGRAM Active Balanced Outputs Active Balanced Inputs +4/-10 Operating Level Switch XLR-3F XLR-3M Transient 1/4” TRS 1/4” TRS Tunable Discriminate Highpass Harmonics Filter Generator Aural Exciter Sidechain Tune Variable 600Hz-5kHz Harmonics Phase & Tunable Big Bottom Sidechain Dynamics Lowpass Processor... -
Page 9: Big Bottom Frequency Control
3.2 BIG BOTTOM FREQUENCY CONTROL This control lets you optimize the bass enhancement frequency band. Where this is set depends upon your sound system and the type of music being played. Typically, 12:00 is a universal position. However, you may want to experiment with other settings. -
Page 10: Aural Exciter Harmonics Control
3.4 AURAL EXCITER HARMONICS CONTROL This control adjusts the amount of harmonics being generated by the exciter. It controls the texture and detail of the effect. The MIN posi- tion is generally considered NORMAL, and is useful for voices and total mixes. The MAX position is most useful on specifi c tracks, espe- cially percussive instruments, horns, guitars and digital instruments. -
Page 11: Operation And Applications
4.0 OPERATION & APPLICATIONS 4.1 OPTIMIZING AURAL EXCITER EFFECTS Experiment with the Aural Exciter controls to hear how each one enhances the original audio signal: 1. Make sure the Process Switch is IN. 2. Put the Aural Exciter Amount control at 12 o’clock, to make it easy to hear the effect as it changes. -
Page 12: Recording: Tracking And Mixing
4.3 RECORDING: TRACKING AND MIXING The Aural Exciter restores presence and clarity, improving transient response of individual tracks or whole mixes. Increased harmonic detail enables specific instruments to stand out in the mix, offering a more “live” or spacious sound. Imaging is improved with an open “airy”... -
Page 13: Frequency Chart
4.4 FREQUENCY CHART RELATING THE FREQUENCY RANGES OF THE BIG BOTTOM AND AURAL EXCITER TO THE FUNDAMENTALS AND HARMONICS OF SOUND Big Bottom Range Aural Exciter Range Page 13 NEW EXBB500 MANUAL.indd 13 1/12/12 3:31 PM... -
Page 14: Limited Warranty
EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES Aphex Systems’ liability for any defective unit is limited to the repair or replacement of said unit, at our option, and shall not include damages of any other kind, whether incidental, consequential, or otherwise. -
Page 15: Service Information
5.2 SERVICE INFORMATION If it becomes necessary to return this unit for repair, you must first contact Aphex for a Return Authorization (RMA number), which will need to be included with your shipment for proper identification. If available, repack this unit in its original carton and packing material. Otherwise, pack the equipment in a strong carton containing at least 2 inches of padding on all sides. -
Page 16: Patent Notice
This product is protected under one or more of the following Aphex patents. 4578648, 4633501, 4843626, 4939471, 5115471, 5155769, 5334947, 5359665 5422602, 5424488, 5450034, 5463695, 5483600, 5485077, 5612612, 5737432 5848167, 5896458, 5898395, 5930374 3500 N San Fernando Blvd. Burbank, CA 91505 USA PH: 818.767.2929 FAX: 818.767.2641...