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240
Solution Delivery Series
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Instruction Manual
P/N 999-4400
Revision 2
Released 03/04/2006
Manufactured by
Aphex Systems Ltd.
11068 Randall St.
Sun Valley, CA 91352
USA
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Copyright 2006 Aphex Systems Ltd. All rights reserved.
Produced by: Donn Werrbach. Creation tool: Adobe InDesign 2.0. Printed by: Stuart F. Cooper Co., Los Angeles.
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- Page 1 Revision 2 Released 03/04/2006 Manufactured by Aphex Systems Ltd. 11068 Randall St. Sun Valley, CA 91352 Copyright 2006 Aphex Systems Ltd. All rights reserved. Produced by: Donn Werrbach. Creation tool: Adobe InDesign 2.0. Printed by: Stuart F. Cooper Co., Los Angeles.
- Page 2 And we decided to bring it to market at a very attractive price. As with all our products, we are extremely proud of the ingenuity of design and the manufacturing quality of the Model 240. We love to hear from you, our customers, about your experiences with any of our products. Our customer support is unmatched in the industry, so please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
2.5 LEVEL SWITCH —— 6 2.6 KEY INSERT JACK —— 6 2.7 POWER SUPPLY —— 7 3.0 Using the 240 —— 8 3.1 LEARNING THE LOGIC ASSISTED GATE —— 8 3.1.1 The Easiest Gate —— 8 3.1.2 Logic Assistance —— 8 3.1.3 Brief Gate Tutorial ——... -
Page 4: Controls And Indicators With Quick Setup
1.0 Controls and Indicators with Quick Setup LOGIC ASSISTED GATE™ (Patent #5,334,947) Depth The Model 240 features the award-winning Aphex Logic-Assisted Range: 2 to 80dB. Sets the maximum amount of gain reduction the Gate technology that has been so widely acclaimed since its first gate will generate. - Page 5 The compressor’s gain release counter-effects (fights against) the gate. The Model 240 features a new design first introduced in the Aphex Model 230 Master Voice Channel. The Easyrider Compressor is gain locked whenever the Logic-Assisted Gate activates.
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Page 6: Installation & Interfacing
2.0 Installation & Interfacing 2.1 RACK INSTALLATION The Model 240 occupies a single rack space (45mm or 1-3/4 inches) of a standard EIA equipment rack. When rack mounting, use appropriate cushioned rack screws. Never restrict air flow through the device’s vents. When installing the units into a rack, distribute the units evenly. -
Page 7: Power Supply
ACCEPTABLE POWER RANGE 2.7 POWER SUPPLY 85 to 265V~, 50 to 60Hz The 240 is internally powered from a standard IEC power receptacle on the rear panel. Be sure you use a power cord that is approved for use in your jurisdic- tion. -
Page 8: Using The 240
This example uses a recorded or live drum track: ficiency. Luckily, the Logic Assisted Gate of the Model 240 is by far the easiest full featured gate to master 1. Set Threshold, and Depth full CCW and use well. -
Page 9: Limits Of Conventional Compression
It greatly limits their 4. Adjust the Speed control from slow to fast to locate usability in combination. The Model 240 fixes that a sweet spot for the particular sound track. problem by gating the gain reduction of the com- 5. -
Page 10: Stereo Linking
- in the order they appear on the front panel. 3.4 STEREO LINKING The Model 240 is a dual channel device that can be stereo linked. Normally, only the compressors are stereo linked by pressing the Compression Link button. -
Page 11: Warranty & Service
Any and all warranties are limited to the duration of the warranty stated above. 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 12: Specifications
19” W x 1.75” H x 8.25” overall depth (482.6mm W x 445mm H x 209.6mm overall depth) Dimensions: Depth Behind Front Panel: 7.5” (190.5mm) Net Weight: Rack-mounted: 6lbs. (2.73kg) 9lbs. (4.1kg) Shipping Weight: All specifications are subject to change without notice. Page 12 Aphex Systems Ltd. Model 240... -
Page 13: Architectural Specifications
The device shall have a net weight of approximately 6lbs. (2.73kg) and is capable of mounting in a standard electronic equipment rack. Power The unit shall have a self contained power supply operating from the ac line. Primary voltage, connectorization and agency listings shall be appropriate to meet local requirements. Aphex Systems Ltd. Model 240 Page 13... -
Page 14: Appendices
Since audio is an alter- plications in interfacing. nating voltage, swinging through negative and posi- tive polarity, the current through the two conductors Balanced transmission works something like this. changes direction each alternate half cycle. Which Page 14 Aphex Systems Ltd. Model 240... -
Page 15: Appendix B: Dealing With Grounds And Hum
That’s why the Model 240 is equipped be reduced by shielding. You are going to find virtu- with a fully balanced I/O. Now that we’ve sold you... - Page 16 If the load is too great Aphex manufactures the Model 124A Level Interface for one circuit, use a second or third circuit that is...
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Page 17: Appendix C: Proper Wiring Techniques
This method and others The standard balanced line wiring recommendation are illustrated in Table 2. from Aphex Engineering is this: In the majority of cases maximum noise rejection occurs when the CONNECTOR WIRING STANDARDS shield is connected to the input ground only (espe- cially in locations with high levels of RFI). -
Page 18: Appendix D: Standard Cable Wiring
The following instructions show all the different ways pro line level equipment (impedance “matching” is you will probably ever need to hook up your 240 as mostly a requirement of the past). well as any other equipment you may own. You will... - Page 19 XLR to 1/4” TRS Phone Balanced Cables From an Output To an Input Female XLR Male XLR To an Input From an Output No Connect Stops Ground Loops Stereo Phone Plug Stereo Phone Plug No Connect Stops Ground Loops Aphex Systems Ltd. Model 240 Page 19...
- Page 20 Unbalancing loses no output level. You retain full gain. Ground Pin 3 Directly to Pin 1 Do Not Carry Pin 3 Through Cable and Ground Female XLR at Other End Mono Phone Plug Page 20 Aphex Systems Ltd. Model 240...
- Page 21 From Equipment Output Don’t Connect Pin 3 Mono (TS) Phone Plug To Equipment Input To TRS Ground Shield This End Only Insert Jack From Equipment Output Mono (TS) Phone Plug Ground Shield This End Only Aphex Systems Ltd. Model 240 Page 21...
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Page 22: Appendix F: Helpful Wiring Table
NC Optional (see Note 6) anced) Wire: two conductor with a shield (twisted pair) Cross- Coupled POSITIVE (HIGH) Unity NEGATIVE (LOW) Balanced Balanced Balanced Gain SHIELD (GND) (Aphex Servo Bal- NC Optional (see Note 6) anced) Page 22 Aphex Systems Ltd. Model 240... - Page 23 Diagram 3 Balanced to Unbalanced: This configuration should be used with equipment incorporating a conventional active balanced output stage. Most non-Aphex equipment uses this kind of output stage because of its simplicity and low cost. Therefore, you will find yourself using diagram 3 fairly often when interfacing typical equipment together. In this case, the interface gain will be 50% down, giving a 6dB loss of level.
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Page 24: Patent Notice
Manual Patent Notice This product is protected under one or more of the following Aphex patents. 4,578,648 4,633,501 4,843,626 4,939,471 5,115,471 5,155,769 5,334,947 5,359,665 5,422,602 5,424,488 5,450,034 5,463,695 5,483,600 5,485,077 5,612,612 5,737,432 5,848,167 5,896,458 5,898,395 5,930,374 6,266,423 Page 24...
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