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SM ProAudio OC8E Operating Manual

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  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove the cover or rear panel of this unit. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Retain Instructions: Please retain all safety and operating instructions for future reference.

  • Page 3: Oc8E Main Foreword And Features

    FOREWORD Dear Customer, Firstly, we would like to thank you for purchasing our OC8E multi-channel compressor. With much thought and effort, our engineers have developed a product we know you will be satisfied with. We always guarantee you uncompromising quality as well as excellent audio properties at an affordable price.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OC8E Main Foreword and Features INTRODUCTION THE DESIGN High quality components and design Inputs and outputs INSTALLATION What’s included in the box Rack-mount installation Mains Voltage & front panel power switch Mains Voltage Power on/off switch & LED power indicator...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    It features 8 x optical compressors in a simple to operate 2RU unit device. Tailored to suit a wide variety of applications, the OC8E is perfectly suited for use as a multi- channel compressor for many applications. Optical compressors are sought after for the distinctive musicality they give to vocals, guitars and other instruments.

  • Page 6: Mains Voltage & Front Panel Power Switch

    Power on/off switch & LED power indicator The OC8E’s power switch can be found on the right hand side of the front panel. To enable power to the OC8E or ‘turn on” simply place the power on/off switch into the down position. The LED power indicator will illuminate to indicate the OC8E’s operational state as ‘on’...

  • Page 7: Analog Outputs

    8 x ¼” TS analog output connectors are provided for each of the eight (8) compressor channels. Individual output levels can be controlled via the associated channels rotary output gain control encoder on the front panel. OC8E front panel 4. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS & INDICATORS 4.1 Independent (8x) comp on/off bypass switches The COMP switch toggles the channel bypass functions for each compressor module on or off.

  • Page 8: Independent (8X) Vu Meters

    5.2 PR8IIA - Optional ADAT output module (also known as EP84ADAT) The PR8IIA is an optional output module that can be fitted to the OC8E to provide pristine 24 bit digital conversion of your OC8E’s output channels to an ADAT digital format stream. Perfect for use with ADAT compatible mixers, multi-track recorders, ADAT PC audio cards, or other professional ADAT compatible devices, the PR8IIA upgrades your OC8E to fit seamlessly into the digital world.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Additional inputs may be provided in the form of an 8 channel digital ADAT format input. This is where a unit like the OC8E fitted with the PR8IIA module really shines. Simply con- nect the ADAT output of the PR8IIA to the ADAT input on your audio interface to achieve 8 chan- nels of pristine input to your system.

  • Page 10: Warranty

    7. WARRANTY 7.1 WARRANTY CARD &/OR WEBSITE REGISTRATION To be protected by this warranty the purchaser of the product must complete an SM Pro Audio prod- uct registration procedure. Product registration is available via two methods: Complete and return the enclosed warranty card within 14 days of the date of purchase to SM Pro Audio (see address below).

  • Page 11: Warranty Regulations

    7.4 WARRANTY REGULATIONS - Warranty can only be serviced when accompanying proof of purchase is provided. Dealers invoice and date stamp required. - SM Pro Audio will endeavor to repair or replace any product under the terms of this warranty with- in 30 days of receipt of the product at SM Pro Audio.
  • Page 12 The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © 2007 SM Pro Audio SM Pro Audio Service Department Warehouse 25 Roberna Business Park 26-28 Roberna St Moorabbin 3189 Melbourne, Victoria Australia PH- +61 3 9555 8081 FAX- +61 3 9555 8083 www.smproaudio.com Legal Notice...

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