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- Page 1 SOC-20 Stereo Optical Compressor Users Manual SOC-20 USERS MANUAL VERSION-1, AUGUST 2011. CONTENTS COPYRIGHT BUZZ AUDIO LTD 2011. PO BOX 6677, TE ARO. WELLINGTON, 6141 NEW ZEALAND. PH. +64-4-472-3084 www.buzzaudio.com email management@buzzaudio.co.nz...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Welcome… Thank you for choosing the Buzz Audio SOC-20 Stereo Optical Compressor. In this manual you will find important information regarding the use of the SOC and we suggest you do read it before using the unit to become familiar with all the controls and their function. -
Page 3: Installation Precautions
2] The Mains Input The SOC-20 mains input can be set to run from 110V or 230V. On the rear panel you will find a circular voltage selector switch to set this. Generally the SOC mains voltage is set for the country to which it has been initially sent, but before powering up the unit, please check the voltage selector. -
Page 4: Controls And Indicators
“musical” mode and could also be called the “Classic Sound” setting. RELEASE This switch sets the time taken (in 100’s of mS) for the SOC-20 to release from 20dB gain reduction. For example, selecting setting 4 means the compressor will take approx 400mS to return to 0dB gain reduction from an initial 20dB of gain reduction. - Page 5 1dB increase in output signal level, being a Ratio of 6:1. Because the SOC-20 has a soft knee characteristic, the Ratio value selected is the ultimate achieved after approx 10dB of gain reduction, so the Ratio will be softer with small amounts of gain reduction.
- Page 6 S/C INSERT The SOC-20 is fitted with a side chain insert point. This allows you to place another device between the audio LINE input and the SOC side chain circuits. (If you are unfamiliar with the term “side chain” it is the circuit in a compressor which takes the audio signal and generates a suitable signal to control the gain reduction element, whatever that may be).
- Page 7 The locking toggle prevents accidental operation. POWER ON This switches the mains power to the SOC-20 on and off. A yellow led tells you when it’s on. The SOC bypass relays are engaged for a few seconds at power...
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Page 8: Specifications
6] Service Information We are confident that you will receive many years of trouble free operation from your unit. If however you experience any technical problem with your SOC-20, contact your dealer or Buzz Audio for recommendations on what to do. The SOC is constructed with non-surface mount serviceable parts, this means most electronic faults can be easily repaired. -
Page 9: Warranty Information
Buzz Audio Ltd is not liable for any damage to microphones, amplifiers, consoles, speakers or any other equipment and/or electric shock to humans that is caused by negligence or improper installation and/or use of the SOC-20 Stereo Optical Compressor. • Standard Product Warranty... -
Page 10: Recall Sheet
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