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.
Thank you very much for expressing your confidence in SM ProAudio products by purchasing this unit. The TB101 / TB202 units have been designed to be used as a standard tool for home/ pro studios. With much experience in the audio industry over a long period of time, and along with valuable suggestions from our customers, our engineers have developed a product we know you will be satisfied with.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SM TB101/202 Main Features and Foreword INTRODUCTION THE DESIGN CONCEPT High quality components and design Inputs and outputs INSTALLATION Rack mounting Mains power Audio connections FRONT PANEL CONTROLS Input stage Compressor stage EQ Stage Output stage...
For your reference in this manual, the TB101 and TB202 units are either single or dual channel designs of the same circuitry. The TB101 is the single channel unit that is half rack size, whereas the TB202 is a dual channel unit, just like 2 x TB101’s side by side.
Perfect for sitting on the desktop, the TB101 is suitable for just about any installation. The SM ProAudio SM 202 fits into one standard 19" rack unit of space (1 3/4"). Be sure that there is enough air space around the unit for cooling. As to avoid overheating, please do not place the SM TB101/202 on high temperature devices such as power amplifiers.
4. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS The SM TB101/202 front panel has a very simple design including Input stage, Compressor stage, EQ stage, and output level control stage. 4.1 Input stage Phase reversal switch A phase reverse switch is available for reversing the phase of the signal by 180 degrees. This can be desired in situations such as recording a snare drum from above and below the drum simulta- neously.
indicator shows the status ‘fast’ of the the release setting. The release setting on a compressor determines how quickly the signal level returns to its original level after the compressor has engaged. Short release times create a more exaggerated effect ("breathing"), whereas long release times have a more gradual, natural sound.
6. APPLICATION 6.1 Using the SM TB101/202 It could not be simpler to use and operate the SM TB101/202. Step by step: Make your physical connections ... Simply make your signal connections by either connecting an instrument (guitar, bass, etc) to the instrument input on the front panel, or connecting a microphone to the XLR mic input on the rear of the unit.
Input 17v AC SM ProAudio is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or shown.
8. WARRANTY 8.1 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).
8.4 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.
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