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266XL Compressor / Gate Owner/Operator Manual Manuel d'utilisation Bedienungsanleitung Manual de instrucciones WARNING CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN FOR YOUR PROTECTION, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING: WATER AND MOISTURE: Appliance should not be used near water (e.g. near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc). Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. POWER SOURCES: The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated. POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. SERVICING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, the user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. FOR UNITS EQUIPPED WITH EXTERNALLY ACCESSIBLE FUSE RECEPTACLE: Replace fuse with same type and rating only. MULTIPLE-INPUT VOLTAGE: This equipment may require the use of a different line cord, attachment plug, or both, depending on the available power source at installation. Connect this equipment only to the power source indicated on the equipment rear panel. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel or equivalent. A T T E N T I O N : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR W A R N I N G : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE The symbols shown above are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products. The lightning flash with arrowpoint in an equilateral triangle means that there are dangerous voltages present within the unit. The exclamation point in an equilateral triangle indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the ownerÕs manual. These symbols warn that there are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the unit. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Opening the chassis for any reason will void the manufacturerÕs warranty. Do not get the unit wet. If liquid is spilled on the unit, shut it off immediately and take it to a dealer for service. Disconnect the unit during storms to prevent damage. U.K. MAINS PLUG WARNING A moulded mains plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe. Discard the mains plug at a suitable disposal facility. NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU INSERT A DAMAGED OR CUT MAINS PLUG INTO A 13 AMP POWER SOCKET. Do not use the mains plug without the fuse cover in place. Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local retailer. Replacement fuses are 13 amps and MUST be ASTA approved to BS1362. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY This unit conforms to the Product Specifications noted on the Declaration of Conformity. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ¥ this device may not cause harmful interference, and ¥ this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Operation of this unit within significant electromagnetic fields should be avoided. ¥ use only shielded interconnecting cables. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IF YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER CORD. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The cores in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: GREEN and YELLOW - Earth BLUE - Neutral BROWN - Live DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ManufacturerÕs Name: ManufacturerÕs Address: declares that the product: dbx 266XL conforms to the following Product Specifications: EMC: Safety: dbx Professional Products 8760 S. Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070, USA EN 55013 (1990) EN 55020 (1991) EN 60065 (1993) IEC65 (1985) with Amendments 1, 2, 3 As colours of the cores in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: ¥ The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter E, or with the earth symbol, or coloured green, or green and yellow. ¥ The core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured black. ¥ The core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured red. This equipment may require the use of a different line cord, attachment plug, or both, depending on the available power source at installation. If the attachment plug needs to be changed, refer servicing to qualified service personnel who should refer to the table below. The green/yellow wire shall be connected directly to the unit's chassis. Supplementary Information: The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC (1989), as amended by directive 93/68/EEC (1993). dbx Professional Products Vice President of Engineering 8760 S. Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070, USA February 26, 1998 European Contact: Your Local dbx Sales and Service Office or International Sales Office 68 Sheila Lane Valparaiso, Indiana Tel: (219) 462-0938 46383, USA Fax: (219) 462-4596 WARRANTY 1. The warranty registration card that accompanies this product must be mailed within 30 days after purchase date to validate this warranty. Proof-of-purchase is considered to be the burden of the consumer. 2. dbx warrants this product, when bought and used solely within the U.S., to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. 3. dbx liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or, at our discretion, replacing defective materials that show evidence of defect, provided the product is returned to dbx WITH RETURN AUTHORIZATION from the factory, where all parts and labor will be covered up to a period of two years. A Return Authorization number must be obtained from dbx by telephone. The company shall not be liable for any consequential damage as a result of the product's use in any circuit or assembly. 4. dbx reserves the right to make changes in design or make additions to or improvements upon this product without incurring any obligation to install the same additions or improvements on products previously manufactured. 5. The foregoing is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and dbx neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume on its behalf any obligation or liability in connection with the sale of this product. In no event shall dbx or its dealers be liable for special or consequential damages or from any delay in the performance of this warranty due to causes beyond their control. CONDUCTOR L N LIVE NEUTRAL WIRE COLOR Normal BROWN BLUE Alt BLACK WHITE GREEN E EARTH GND GREEN/YEL WARNING: If the ground is defeated, certain fault conditions in the unit or in the system to which it is connected can result in full line voltage between chassis and earth ground. Severe injury or death can then result if the chassis and earth ground are touched simultaneously. 266XL Compressor / Gate MANUAL CONTENTS ENGLISH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 FRAN,AIS DEUTSCH ESPA,,OL ENGLISH CONTENTS INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 OPERATING CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 COMPRESSOR SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 EXPANDER/GATE SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 CONNECTING THE 266XL TO YOUR SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 TECHNICAL SUPPORT / FACTORY SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 REGISTRATION AND USER FEEDBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 BLOCK DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 2 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on choosing the dbx 266XL Compressor/Gate. The 266XL provides traditional dbx sonic quality and performance for the working musician, DJ, studio operator or anyone who needs a friendly compressor/gate to achieve quality compression, gating and downward expansion quickly and easily. We recommend that you take a moment and read through the manual as it provides information that will assist you in using your unit to its fullest potential. The 266XL's compressor is packed with just the right features to effectively reduce and control the dynamic range of your audio, add punch to flabby, loose sounds, or add sustain to instruments. The 266XL begins with the classic dbx compression made famous by our 160 line of compressors. Just set the 266XL's Attack and Release controls to 12:00 to get the same response as those units. But there's more. We scaled the program-dependent Attack and Release controls with dbx's new AutoDynamicª circuitry, so that the 266XL's full range of controls produce voicings that extend from slow leveling to aggressive peak limiting. Common Compressor Applications: ¥ Fattening a Kick Drum or Snare Drum ¥ Adding Sustain to Guitar or Synthesizer String Sounds ¥ Smoothing Out a Vocal Performance ¥ Raising a Signal Out of a Mix ¥ Preventing Sound System Overload ¥ Digital to Analog Transfers The 266XL's gate is ready to tackle all your gating needs, whether you need to remove unwanted noise or other background sounds, tighten drum sounds, or change the characteristic envelope of an instrument. The 266XL's gate provides more flexibility than traditional switch gates because it actually functions as a combination gate/expander. Where switch gates are generally only suitable for a limited number of uses (e.g., gating percussion), the gate on the 266XL acts as a gentle downward expander at low Ratio settings (suitable for vocals, guitar, mixed program, etc.), and can effectively work as a switch gate when used at high Ratio settings. Common Gating Applications: ¥ Gating Dry Percussive Sounds (e.g., Snare Drum, Kick Drum) ¥ Gating Sounds That Have Longer Decay (e.g., Cymbal, Piano) ¥ Gating Hum or Buzz From Live Instruments or Recorded Tracks ¥ Downward Expansion to Reduce Noise Under Smooth Sounds (e.g., Vocals, Woodwinds) Refer to the following pages for suggested initial settings. These settings should suffice for traditional compressing and gating requirements. However, the 266XL can accomplish many more changes to sound quality. We recommend that you experiment with the 266XL's controls; take our suggested settings and run with them, try totally different settings, and try unorthodox combinations of compressor and gating controls. You might be surprised at what you hear. Best of all, you may create the perfect sound quality for your needs. 266XL Compressor / Gate 266XL Compressor / Gate OPERATING CONTROLS THRESHOLD + 3 GAIN REDUCTION dB 30 25 20 15 10 6 3 1 + THRESHOLD CHANNEL ONE -20 2:1 3:1 0 1.3:1 -20 -30 - 0 -40 -60 -10 0 +10 OverEasy 1.3:1 2:1 4:1 -10 0 +10 Stereo Couple -60 Auto 1:1 RATIO :1 FAST ATTACK SLOW FAST RELEASE SLOW -20 dB +20 OUTPUT GAIN Bypass OFF dBu +15 THRESHOLD 1:1 RATIO 4:1 -40 dBu +20 THRESHOLD EXPANDER/GATE COMPRESSOR Front Panel STEREO COUPLE Switch and LED This switch sets the 266XL for Stereo or Dual Mono operation. Press the STEREO COUPLE switch in for stereo operation where Channel 1 becomes the master controller for both channels. All of Channel 2's controls, switches, and LEDs will be disabled (except for Channel 2's GAIN REDUCTION meter), since Channel 2 is the slave. With the STEREO COUPLE switch out, the unit functions as two separate mono compressor/gates, each with its own independent controls. The red STEREO COUPLE LED indicates that the 266XL is stereo-coupled. BYPASS Switch and LED Press this switch in to bypass the front panel controls, effectively canceling the function and processing effect of the 266XL's compression, gating and gain settings. The input signal is still present at the 266XL's Output, but is now unaltered by the 266XL's controls. BYPASS is especially useful for making comparisons between processed and unprocessed signals. Note that with stereo operation (STEREO COUPLE switch pressed in), the Channel 1 BYPASS switch controls both channels. The red BYPASS LED lights when BYPASS is active. GAIN REDUCTION (dB) Meter This meter displays the amount of signal attenuated from the input signal by the 266XL's Compressor or Expander/Gate. When the Compressor and Expander/Gate are both active, the meter displays the maximum amount of gain reduction for whichever function is greater - Compressor or Expander/Gate. OUTPUT GAIN (dB) Control: This control sets the overall gain of the 266XL, from -20dB to +20dB. The OUTPUT GAIN control is especially useful to compensate for the RMS level decrease which results from the 266XL's dynamic processing effects. After you adjust the 266XL's controls for the desired amount of compression, set the OUTPUT GAIN to add the same amount of gain that is shown on the GAIN REDUCTION meters. For example, if the average amount of gain reduction shown on the meters is 10dB, then setting the OUTPUT GAIN control to +10dB will compensate for the 10dB average level reduction at the output. Note: the 266XL's Compressor and Expander/Gate control settings are interactive and can affect gain, so watch your playback levels. 4 COMPRESSOR SECTION Note: Setting the Compressor RATIO to 1:1 will turn the Compressor off, regardless of the setting of the Compressor THRESHOLD control and BELOW/OVEREASY/ABOVE LED status. Setting the Compressor THRESHOLD control to +20dB will prevent all but the highest level peaks from being compressed. OVEREASY¨ Switch Depress this switch to select the OverEasy¨ compression characteristic. The yellow THRESHOLD LED turns on when the signal is in the OverEasy region. When the switch is out, the 266XL operates as a hard-knee compressor, and the yellow LED does not light. Compressor THRESHOLD Control and LEDs (BELOW/OVEREASY/ABOVE): Adjust this control to set the threshold of compression from - 40dB to +20dB. In hardknee mode, the threshold of compression is defined as the point above which the output level no longer changes on a 1:1 basis with changes in the input level. In OverEasy mode the threshold of compression is defined as the middle of the OverEasy threshold region, that is, Òhalf-wayÓ into compression. The three THRESHOLD LEDs indicate the relationship of the input signal level to the threshold of compression. The green LED lights when the signal is BELOW threshold, the red LED lights when the signal is above threshold, and the yellow LED lights when the OVEREASY switch is depressed and the input signal is in the OVEREASY range. The 266XL's OverEasy compression permits extremely smooth, natural sounding compression, without artifacts, due to the gradual change of compression around the threshold. With OverEasy compression, input signals begin to gradually activate the 266XL's internal gain change circuitry as they approach the THRESHOLD reference level. They do not get fully processed by the RATIO, ATTACK and RELEASE controls until they have passed somewhat above the THRESHOLD reference level. As the signal level passes the THRESHOLD level, processing increases until it is fully processed to the extent determined by the control settings. In hard-knee mode, the 266XL can provide abrupt compression effects as well as hardlimiting applications. Note that when in hard knee mode the yellow LED will not light as the input signal passes across the threshold. The signal is either being compressed (over threshold) or it is not being compressed (under threshold). Note: Even though no input signal is being applied, it is normal for the LEDs to flicker on when the power is applied or removed. Compressor RATIO Control: Adjust this control to set the amount of compression applied to the input signal. Clockwise rotation of this control increases the compression ratio from 1:1 (no compression) up to °:1 (where the compressor can be considered to be a peak limiter, especially with faster ATTACK settings). 266XL Compressor / Gate 266XL Compressor / Gate 5 When an input is above the THRESHOLD setting reference level, the RATIO setting determines the number of decibels by which the input signal must increase in level to produce a 1dB increase in the signal level at the output of the 266XL. A setting of 2:1 indicates an input/output ratio wherein a 2dB increase in signal (above threshold) will produce a 1dB increase in output signal. A setting of °:1 indicates that an infinite increase in input level would be required to raise the output level by 1dB. Compressor ATTACK and RELEASE Control: The ATTACK control sets the amount of time it takes the 266XL to begin compressing a signal once the detector has sensed a signal above threshold. The ATTACK range is from FAST (for a tighter and more noticeable compression effect with very little overshoot) to SLOW (for more delayed, gradual compression). A very fast ATTACK setting will cause the 266XL to act like a peak limiter even though RMS detection circuitry is used. Slower ATTACK settings cause the 266XL to act like an RMS or averaging detecting compressor/limiter. The RELEASE control sets how fast the compression circuit returns the input to its original level. The RELEASE rate is from FAST (where compression follows the envelope of the program material very tightly) to SLOW (for very smooth compression). There is no absolute right way to set the ATTACK and RELEASE controls. However, in general, you will want them set slow enough to avoid pumping or breathing sounds caused when background sounds are audibly modulated by the dominant signal energy, yet the release must be fast enough to avoid suppression of the desired signal after a sudden transient or loud note has decayed. For low frequency tones (e.g., bass guitar), set RELEASE and ATTACK to 2:00 or slower. Note: ATTACK and RELEASE controls operate together and in conjunction with the RATIO control. Changing one control may necessitate changing another setting. Auto Switch: This switch overrides both the ATTACK and RELEASE controls and enables preset program-dependent attack and release times. These times are derived from the input signal and continuously change to match its dynamics. Enabling this AUTO Function duplicates the Òclassic dbx soundÓ of the 266XLÕs forerunners which have become standards in the industry. EXPANDER/GATE SECTION Note: The Expander/Gate is off when the Expander/Gate THRESHOLD is set to OFF. Expander/Gate THRESHOLD Control and LEDs (BELOW/ABOVE): Adjusting this control sets the level at which the gate will open and allow the signal at the input to pass through to the output. Turning the knob fully counterclockwise (to OFF) allows the gate to pass all signals unattenuated, effectively bypassing the gate. Turning the knob fully clockwise causes the gate to attenuate input signals below +15dBu. The depth of attenuation depends on the setting of the Expander/Gate RATIO control. The two Expander/Gate LEDs indicate the relationship of the input signal level to the threshold setting. The red LED lights when the signal is BELOW threshold, the green LED lights when the signal is ABOVE threshold. 6 Expander/Gate RATIO Control: This control sets the amount of attenuation applied to the input signal once it is below the threshold, from gentle downward expansion (appropriate for mixed program, vocals, etc.), to a hard gating effect (which can be useful for percussion). Fairly low RATIO (and higher Expander/Gate THRESHOLD) settings work best for downward expansion, whereas higher RATIO settings (clockwise towards MAX) work best for gating. If a setting produces undesirable pumping, readjust the Expander/Gate RATIO or THRESHOLD setting. Note: The attack and release rate of the Expander/Gate are program-dependent - very fast for transient material (e.g., percussion) and slower for material with slow attack (e.g., vocals). Note: Fast gating of sustained low frequency signals can result in "chattering". To eliminate any "chattering" simply adjust the RATIO control. The proper THRESHOLD setting will also minimize false triggering and "chattering." 15 WATTS 100V 50/60Hz 120V 60Hz PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS A HARMAN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH MADE IN USA MODEL 266XL COMPRESSOR/GATE PHONE: TIP RING SLEEVE XLR: PIN 1 PIN 2 PIN 3 MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING U.S. PATENTS 4,234,804 4,316,107 4,329,598 4,331,931 4,377,792 4,403,199 4,409,500 4,425,551 4,434,380 4,454,433 4,471,324 4,473,793 OTHER PATENTS PENDING CHANNEL 2 OUTPUTS +4 dBu -10 dBV INPUTS SIDECHAIN INSERT TIP=INPUT RING=OUTPUT CHANNEL 1 OUTPUTS +4 dBu -10 dBV INPUTS SIDECHAIN INSERT TIP=INPUT RING=OUTPUT INPUT Jacks (CHANNEL 1 and 2): Use 1/4Ó phone plugs or male XLR plugs to connect these inputs to your source. The 266XL's INPUT jacks accept either balanced or unbalanced signals. Input impedance is >40k½. OUTPUT Jacks (CHANNEL 1 and 2): The OUTPUT jacks accept 1/4Ó balanced or unbalanced phone plugs or female XLR plugs. Maximum output signal level is >+20dBu. In the +4dBu setting, the balanced output impedance is 100½, and the unbalanced output impedance is 50½. In the -10dBV setting, the balanced output impedance is 1k½ and the unbalanced output impedance is 500½. OPERATING LEVEL Switch This switch selects between a -10dBV and +4dBu nominal operating level. When the switch is in the IN position, a -10dBV operating level is selected. When it is in the OUT position, a +4dBu operating level is selected. Note that the switch is slightly recessed. This is to provide protection against accidental activation, possibly causing damage to other system components due to a sudden change in gain. SIDECHAIN INSERT Jack: This jack accepts 1/4Ó TRS phone plugs and provides a connection to the 266XL detector path. The RING acts as a Send, carrying a buffered version of the signal present at the 266XL INPUT jack, at an impedance of 2k½. The TIP acts as a Return for equipment to feed the 266XL's detector circuitry, such as an equalizer for de-essing or frequency-sensitive gating/compression. You can also drive the 266XL Sidechain input with the output of most equipment, by using a 1/4Ó mono phone plug. Input Impedance is greater than 10k½. Note: When a cable is plugged into this jack, it automatically breaks the connection from the INPUT jack to the 266XL's detection circuitry. Rear Panel 266XL Compressor / Gate 266XL Compressor / Gate 7 IEC - AC Power cord receptacle Plug the AC power cord (supplied) into the 266XL. Plug the other end into a standard wall receptacle. Take care to route power cables away from audio lines. Note that the 266XL does not have a power switch. It is recommended that the 266XL be ÒOnÓ at all times. Power consumption is low. If you do not plan to use the 266XL for an extended period of time, unplug it. WARNING: Be sure to verify your actual line voltage is the same as the voltage level printed below the AC power receptacle. Connection to an inappropriate power source may result in extensive damage which is not covered by the warranty. Caution: Never remove the cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. CONNECTING THE 266XL TO YOUR SYSTEM The 266XL can be used with any line-level device. Some common examples include mixing consoles, electronic musical instruments, patch bays, and signal processors. For all connections, refer to the following steps: Turn Off all equipment before making any connections. Mount the 266XL in a 1U rack space (optional). The 266XL requires one rack space (height) and 1 rack space (width). It can be mounted above or below anything that doesn't generate excessive heat, since it requires no special ventilation. Ambient temperatures should not exceed 113¼F (45¼C) when equipment is powered. Make connections via 1/4Ó phone or XLR jacks according to your requirements. Typical patch points include: a mixer's channel or subgroup inserts when using the 266XL on individual instruments or tracks; the mixer's main outputs when mixing; an instrument preamp's effects loop when using the 266XL for guitar or bass; main outs of a submixer (i.e., keyboard mixer) as the signal is sent to main mixer; between a DAT's output and an analog cassette input. When using a chain of processors, the 266XL may be placed either before or after effects or dynamics processors. We recommend you use common sense and experiment with different setups to see which one provides the best results for your needs. Connect the AC power cord (shipped with the unit) to the 266XL's rear panel POWER connector and an appropriate AC power source to turn the unit ON. 8 TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND FACTORY SERVICE The 266XL is an all-solid-state product with components chosen for high performance and excellent reliability. Each 266XL is tested, burned-in and calibrated at the factory and should require no internal adjustment of any type throughout the life of the unit. We recommend that your 266XL be returned to the factory only after referring to the manual and consulting with dbx Customer Service. Our phone number, Fax number and address are listed on the back cover of this manual. When you contact dbx Customer Service, be prepared to accurately describe the problem. Know the serial number of your unit. This is printed on a sticker attached to the side panel of the unit. Note: Please refer to the terms of your Limited Two-Year Standard Warranty, which extends to the first enduser. After the warranty expires, a reasonable charge will be made for parts, labor, and packing if you choose to use the factory service facility. In all cases, you are responsible for shipping charges to the factory. dbx will pay return shipping if the unit is still under warranty. Shipping Instructions: Use the original packing material if it is available. Mark the package with the name of the shipper, and with these words in red: DELICATE INSTRUMENT, FRAGILE! Insure the package properly. Ship prepaid, not collect. Do not ship parcel post. REGISTRATION CARD AND USER FEEDBACK We appreciate your feedback. After you have an opportunity to use your new 266XL, please complete the Registration Card and return it. 266XL Compressor / Gate 266XL Compressor / Gate 9 FRANÇAIS ATTENTION CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN POUR VOTRE PROTECTION, LISEZ CE QUI SUIT : EAU ET MOISISSURE : LÕappareil ne doit pas ·tre utilisZ pr·s dÕune source dÕeau (par exemple pr·s dÕune baignoire, cuvette, Zvier, dans un sous-sol humide, ou pr·s dÕune piscine, etc.). Faire attention ^ ce quÕaucun objet ou liquide ne pZn·tre dans lÕappareil par certaines ouvertures. ALIMENTATION : Veiller ^ respecter la tension secteur correspondante. MASSE ET POLARITE : Prendre soin de respecter la polaritZ et la mise ^ la masse. CORDON SECTEUR : Le cordon secteur doit ·tre placZ de mani·re ^ Zviter dÕ·tre coincZ par dÕautres appareils et quÕon ne puisse pas marcher dessus, vZrifier bien le cordon ^ son embase et ^ sa prise. DEPANNAGE : Pour Zviter le risque dÕincendie et de choc Zlectrique, A T T E N T I O N : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR W A R N I N G : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Les symboles montrZs ci-dessus sont internationaux et concernent les appareils Zlectriques. Le symbole de gauche vous avertit de la prZsence dÕune tension dangereuse, suffisante pour provoquer un choc Zlectrique. Le symbole de droite vous avertit que les instructions de fonctionnement sont importantes. Prenez soin de lire le manuel. Ces symboles indiquent quÕaucune pi·ce nÕest accessible ^ lÕintZrieur de lÕappareil. Ne pas ouvrir lÕappareil. Ne pas essayer de dZpanner. SÕadresser ^ un technicien qualifiZ. LÕouverture de lÕappareil sans raison annulera la garantie constructeur. Ne pas mouiller lÕappareil. Si un liquide est renversZ dessus, Zteindre immZdiatement lÕappareil et le porter chez le distributeur pour dZpannage. DZbrancher lÕappareil en cas dÕorage pour Zviter des dommages. lÕutilisateur ne doit pas tenter de dZpanner lÕappareil en dehors des instructions indiquZes dans le manuel dÕutilisation. En cas de panne, sÕadresser ^ un technicien qualifiZ. POUR LES APPAREILS EQUIPES DÕUN FUSIBLE ACCESSIBLE DE LÕEXTERIEUR : Remplacer le fusible par un fusible de m·me type et de m·me valeur. COMPATIBILITE ELECTROMAGNETIQUE LÕappareil est conforme aux normes indiquZes sur la DZclaration de conformitZ. ¥ cet appareil ne provoquera pas de parasites nuisibles ¥ cet appareil supporte tout parasite, m·me un parasite qui pourrait causer un disfonctionnement. LÕutilisation de cet appareil dans un champ ZlectromagnZtique important doit ·tre ZvitZ. INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE NOTE CONCERNANT LES APPAREILS MUNIS DÕUN CORDON SECTEUR DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE Nom fabricant: Adresse fabricant: declare que le produit dbx 266XL est conforme aux spZcifications suivantes : Safety: EN 60065 (1993) IEC65 (1985) avec Amendements 1, 2, 3 EN 55013 (1990) EN 55020 (1991) dbx Professional Products 8760 S. Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070, USA ATTENTION : L'APPAREIL DOIT ETRE RELIE A LA TERRE Les conducteurs du cble secteur sont identifiZs comme suit : Vert/Jaune Terre Bleu Neutre Brun Phase Si la couleur des conducteurs du cble secteur de cet appareil ne correspond pas ^ la couleur des conducteurs de la prise, procZder comme suit : ¥ Le conducteur vert/jaune doit ·tre reliZ au fil vert ou vert/jaune ou marquZ avec la lettre E, ou avec le symbole Terre. ¥ Le conducteur bleu doit ·tre reliZ au fil noir ou marquZ avec la lettre N. ¥ Le conducteur brun doit ·tre reliZ au fil rouge ou marquZ avec la lettre L. EMC: Informations complZmentaires : Le produit est conforme aux directives 73/23/EEC et 89/336/EEC modifiZ par la Directive 93/68/EEC. dbx Professional Products President of dbx 8760 S. Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070, USA February 26, 1998 Contacter votre distributeur CONDUCTEUR L N E PHASE NEUTRE TERRE COULEUR NORMAL BRUN BLEU JAUNE/VERT AUTRE NOIR BLANC VERT ATTENTION : Si la mise ^ la terre est absente, certains probl·mes peuvent appara"tre dans lÕappareil ou le syst·me auquel il est connectZ en cas de tension importante entre le chassis et la terre. De sZrieux risques de blessures graves et m·me de mort existent en cas de contact simultanZ de la masse chassis et de la terre. International Sales Office 68 Sheila Lane Valparaiso, Indiana 46383, USA Tel: (219) 462-0938 Fax: (219) 462-4596 266XL Compressor / Gate TABLE DES MATIERES INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 DESCRIPTION DES CONTROLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 SECTION COMPRESSEUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 SECTION EXPANSEUR/GATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 CONNEXION DU 266XL A VOTRE SYSTEME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 SUPPORT TECHNIQUE/APRéS-VENTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 ENREGISTREMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 SYNOPTIQUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 11 12 INTRODUCTION Nous vous remercions de votre choix du compresseur/Gate dbx 266XL. Le 266XL offre la qualitZ de son et les performances des appareils dbx pour les musiciens, DJ, opZrateurs studio et toute personne ^ la recherche d'un appareil simple permettant une compression, un Gate ou une expansion de qualitZ, rapide et facile. Nous vous recommandons de lire ce manuel car il vous permettra d'utiliser au mieux votre appareil. Le compresseur 266XL poss·de toutes les caractZristiques pour contrTMler la dynamique d'un signal, ajouter du punch, diminuer le bruit ou ajouter du "sustain" ^ certains instruments. Le 266XL commence avec la classique compression dbx dZj^ connue avec les compresseurs de la sZrie 160, il suffit de rZgler les temps d'attaque et de relchement ^ mi-course pour obtenir un fonctionnement identique. Mais il peut faire mieux. Les temps d'attaque et de relchement rZglables ainsi que le nouveau circuit dbx AutoDynamic, permettent d'Zlargir la plage de contrTMle du 266XL. Applications courantes de la compression : ¥ Renforcer le son d'une batterie ¥ Ajouter du "sustain" ^ une guitare ou un synthZtiseur ¥ AttZnuer les diffZrences de niveau des voix ¥ PrZlever un signal ¥ Eviter une surcharge du syst·me ¥ Optimiser la dynamique lors du transfert numZrique vers analogique. Le Gate du 266XL permet d'oter des bruits indZsirables, de renforcer les sons de batterie ou de modifier l'enveloppe d'un instrument. Le Gate du 266XL est plus polyvalent que les Gates traditionnels car il combine deux fonctions Gate et expanseur. Les Gates ne conviennent que pour un nombre limitZ d'utilisations (par exemple percussion), le Gate du 266XL fonctionne comme un expanseur lorsqu'il est rZglZ sur des taux de compression bas (convenant pour les voix, guitares, programmes mixZs, etc.) et peut travailler comme un Gate traditionnel lorsqu'il est rZglZ sur des taux de compression ZlevZs. Applications courantes du Gate : ¥ Traitement d'un son de percussion sec (par exemple, grosse caisse, batterie) ¥ Traitement d'un son dZcroissant (par exemple, cymbales, piano) ¥ Traitement des ronflements et bruits d'instruments en sonorisation ou en enregistrement ¥ Expansion pour rZduire les bruits rZsiduels sur des sons doux (par exemple, voix, bois) RZfZrez-vous aux pages suivantes pour les rZglages initiaux conseillZs. Ces rZglages conviendront pour une compression traditionnelle et les besoins de Gate courants. Toutefois, le 266XL peut intervenir de fa·on importante sur la qualitZ d'un son. Nous recommandons d'expZrimenter les contrTMles du 266XL ; travaillez avec les rZglages proposZs et essayez en d'autres compl·tement diffZrents, avec toutes les combinaisons du compresseur et du Gate. Vous serez surpris par ce que vous entendrez mais en final, vous pourrez trouver la combinaison parfaite pour vos besoins. 266XL Compressor / Gate 266XL Compressor / Gate CONTRïLES THRESHOLD + 13 GAIN REDUCTION dB 30 25 20 15 10 6 3 1 + THRESHOLD CHANNEL ONE -20 2:1 3:1 0 1.3:1 -20 -30 - 0 -40 -60 -10 0 +10 OverEasy 1.3:1 2:1 4:1 -10 0 +10 Stereo Couple -60 Auto 1:1 RATIO :1 FAST ATTACK SLOW FAST RELEASE SLOW -20 dB +20 OUTPUT GAIN Bypass OFF dBu +15 THRESHOLD 1:1 RATIO 4:1 -40 dBu +20 THRESHOLD EXPANDER/GATE COMPRESSOR Face avant Touche et Led STEREO COUPLE : Cette touche configure le 266XL pour un fonctionnement stZrZo ou double mono. Si l'on appuie sur la touche pour un fonctionnement stZrZo, la voie 1 devient Voie Ma"tresse pour les deux voies. Tant que la voie 2 sera esclave, les contrTMles de cette voie, touche et Led, seront inopZrants (sauf l'afficheur de rZduction du gain). Si la touche STEREO COUPLE est relchZe, l'appareil fonctionnera comme deux compresseurs/Gates sZparZs, chacun avec ses propres contrTMles indZpendants. La Led rouge STEREO COUPLE indique que le 266XL est en mode stZrZo. Touche et Led BYPASS : Lorsqu'on enfonce cette touche, les contrTMles sont bypassZs, annulant toutes les fonctions de compression, de Gate, et de rZglage de gain du 266XL. Le signal est toujours prZsent en sortie du 266XL, mais n'est pas affectZ par les contrTMles du 266XL. La fonction BYPASS est particuli·rement utile pour comparer un signal traitZ et non traitZ. Notez que si l'appareil est commutZ en mode StZrZo (touche STEREO COUPLE appuyZe), la touche BYPASS de la voie 1 contrTMle les deux voies. La Led BYPASS s'illumine en rouge lorsque la fonction BYPASS est active (pas de traitement du signal). Afficheur GAIN REDUCTION (dB) : Il affiche l'attZnuation effectuZe sur le signal d'entrZe par le compresseur ou l'Expanseur/Gate 266XL. Lorsque le compresseur et l'expanseur/Gate sont tous les deux actifs, l'afficheur indique le montant maximum de la rZduction de gain pour la fonction dominante - compresseur ou Expanseur/Gate. OUTPUT GAIN (dB) : Ce contrTMle r·gle le gain gZnZral du 266XL de -20dB ^ +20dB. Le contrTMle du gain de sortie est particuli·rement utile pour compenser la baisse de niveau rZsultant des effets du traitement. Apr·s avoir rZglZ le 266XL selon la compression dZsirZe, utilisez ce contrTMle pour augmenter le gain de la valeur indiquZe sur l'afficheur GAIN REDUCTION. Note: Les réglages du compresseur et Expanseur/gate sont interactifs et peuvent affecter le gain - vérifiez les niveaux de sortie. 14 SECTION COMPRESSEUR Note: Un taux de compression de 1:1 mettra le compresseur hors service, quels que soient le réglage de seuil et l'état des Leds BELOW/OVEREASY/ABOVE. Un réglage du seuil de compression à +20dB empèchera toute compression sauf des crêtes de niveau très important. Touche OVEREASY¨ Enfoncer cette touche pour sZlectionner la compression OverEasy¨ . La Led jaune sÕallume lorsque le signal est en mode compression OverEasy. Lorsque la touche est relchZe, le 266XL effectue une compression en mode hard-knee et la Led jaune nÕest pas allumZe. Seuil de compression (THRESHOLD) et LEDs (BELOW/OVEREASY/ABOVE) : Ce bouton r·gle le seuil de compression de -40dB ^ +20dB. En mode hard-knee, le seuil de compression est le point au-dessus duquel le rapport entre le niveau de sortie et celui dÕentrZe cesse dÕ·tre constant. En mode OverEasy, le seuil de compression est au milieu de la courbe OverEasy, soit ^ mi-chemin de la compression. Les trois Leds indiquent la position du signal d'entrZe par rapport au seuil de compression. La Led verte s'illumine lorsque le signal est au-dessous du seuil, la Led rouge s'illumine lorsque le signal est au-dessus du seuil, et la led ambre lorsque le signal est dans la fen·tre du circuit OVEREASY. La compression OverEasy du 266XL permet une compression extr·mement douce et naturelle, sans artifice, du fait d'une compression progressive ^ l'approche du seuil (plutTMt qu'une compression soudaine comme sur les compresseurs Hard Knee (^ coude abrupt). Avec la compression OverEasy, lorsqu'un signal approche du seuil (THRESHOLD), il commence ^ activer progressivement le circuit de changement de gain du 266XL. Le traitement dZterminZ par les rZglages de taux (RATIO) et des temps d'attaque et de relchement ne commence que lorsque le niveau signal passe au-dessus du seuil ; le traitement s'accro"t ensuite pour atteindre les valeurs dZterminZes par les contrTMles. En mode Hard-Knee, le 266XL peut provoquer une compression abrupte ainsi quÕune forte limitation. Notez quÕen mode Hard-Knee, lorsquÕun signal dÕentrZe passe au niveau du seuil la Led jaune ne sÕallume pas. Le signal est compressZ (au-dessus du seuil) ou non compressZ (au-dessous du seuil). Note : Même si aucun signal d'entrée n'est présent, il est normal que les Leds s'illuminent brièvement lors de la mise en/hors service de l'appareil. Bouton RATIO du compresseur : Il r·gle le taux de compression appliquZ au signal. Une rotation dans le sens des aiguilles d'une montre porte le taux de compression de 1:1 (pas de compression) ^ ° :1 (o· le compresseur sera considZrZ comme un limiteur de cr·te, en particulier avec des temps d'attaque rapides). 266XL Compressor / Gate 266XL Compressor / Gate 15 Lorsque le signal est au-dessus du seuil, le bouton RATIO dZtermine l'augmentation du niveau d'entrZe nZcessaire pour obtenir un niveau de sortie accru de 1dB. Un taux de 2:1 indique que pour une augmentation de niveau de 2dB (au-dessus du seuil), le niveau de sortie augmentera seulement de 1dB. Un taux de 2:1 indique qu'une augmentation infinie serait nZcessaire pour augmenter le niveau de sortie de 1dB. RZglage des TEMPS D'ATTAQUE et de RELACHEMENT : Le bouton ATTACK r·gle le temps nZcessaire au 266XL pour dZbuter la compression lorsque le niveau du signal dZpasse le seuil. Le rZglage varie de rapide (FAST) pour une compression forte et avec peu de dZpassement, ^ lente (SLOW), pour une compression progressive. Avec un temps d'attaque tr·s rapide, le 266XL agit comme une limiteur de cr·te (bien qu'un circuit de dZtection de Valeur Efficace soit utilisZ). Avec un temps d'attaque lent, le 266XL agit comme un compresseur/limiteur dZtecteur de valeur efficace ou moyenne. Le bouton RELEASE permet de rZgler la vitesse ^ laquelle le signal retrouve son niveau d'origine. Le rZglage varie de rapide (la compression suit de tr·s pr·s le programme), ^ lent (pour une compression tr·s douce). Il n'existe pas de r·gle absolue pour rZgler ces temps d'attaque et de relchement. Toutefois, en r·gle gZnZrale, vous les r·glerez suffisamment lents pour Zviter l'effet de "pompage" ou d'"aspiration" sur le son lorsque les bruits de fond sont modulZs par l'Znergie dominante du signal. Le temps de relchement doit ·tre suffisamment rapide pour Zviter la suppression du signal apr·s un transitoire ou un signal de forte amplitude. Pour des frZquences graves (guitare basse par exemple), rZglez les temps dÕattaque et de relchement ^ 2:00 ou plus lent. Note : Les contrôles des temps d'attaque et de relâchement fonctionnent ensemble et conjointement avec le contrôle RATIO. La modification de l'un de ces réglages peut nécessiter la modification des autres. SECTION EXPANSEUR/GATE Touche AUTOMATIQUE: Cette touche prend le pas sur les commandes d'ATTAQUE et de RELACHEMENT et active des temps d'attaque et de relchement dZpendants du programme. Ces temps sont dZrivZs du signal d'entrZe et changent continzment pour adapter sa dynamique. Activer cette fonction AUTOMATIQUE reproduit le Çson classique dbxÈ des prZcurseurs du 1066 qui sont devenus des standards de l'industrie. Note: L'Expanseur/Gate est inactif lorsque le bouton THRESHOLD est réglé sur OFF. Bouton THRESHOLD et Leds (BELOW/ABOVE) de l'expanseur/Gate : Ce bouton permet de rZgler le niveau auquel le Gate laissera passer le signal. Si l'on tourne le bouton vers la gauche (sur OFF), le Gate sera bypassZ, et tous les signaux passeront non attZnuZs. Si l'on tourne le bouton ^ fond vers la droite, le Gate attZnuera les signaux infZrieurs ^ +15dBu. LÕimportance de lÕattZnuation dZpend du rZglage du bouton RATIO de lÕexpanseur/Gate. Les deux Leds indiquent le niveau du signal par rapport au seuil. Une Led rouge s'illuminera lorsque le signal sera au-dessous (BELOW) du seuil, une Led verte s'illuminera lorsque le signal sera au-dessus (ABOVE) du seuil. 16 RZglage du taux (RATIO) de l'Expanseur/Gate : Il dZtermine l'attZnuation ^ appliquer au signal lorsque son niveau est au-dessous du seuil, d'une expansion douce (pour les programmes mixZs, les voix, etc.) ^ un Gate abrupt (pour la percussion). Des taux assez bas (avec un seuil haut) conviennent mieux pour une expansion, tandis que des taux ZlevZs (MAX) conviennent mieux pour le Gating. Si un rZglage produit un effet de "pompage", rZajustez le taux et le seuil. Note : Les temps d'attaque et de relâchement de l'Expanseur/Gate sont dépendants du programme - très rapide pour du programme à contenu transitoire (percussion, par exemple) et plus lent pour du programme avec des attaques lentes (voix, par exemple). Note: Un Gate rapide sur des signaux basses fréquences risque de provoquer un son haché. Pour éliminer ce problème, il suffit de régler le bouton RATIO. Un réglage adéquat du seuil minimisera également ces type d'effets. 15 WATTS 100V 50/60Hz 120V 60Hz PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS A HARMAN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH MADE IN USA MODEL 266XL COMPRESSOR/GATE PHONE: TIP RING SLEEVE XLR: PIN 1 PIN 2 PIN 3 MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING U.S. PATENTS 4,234,804 4,316,107 4,329,598 4,331,931 4,377,792 4,403,199 4,409,500 4,425,551 4,434,380 4,454,433 4,471,324 4,473,793 OTHER PATENTS PENDING CHANNEL 2 OUTPUTS +4 dBu -10 dBV INPUTS SIDECHAIN INSERT TIP=INPUT RING=OUTPUT CHANNEL 1 OUTPUTS +4 dBu -10 dBV INPUTS SIDECHAIN INSERT TIP=INPUT RING=OUTPUT ENTRES JACK (voies 1 et 2) : Utilisez un jack 6.35 ou XLR pour connecter ces entrZes ^ votre source. Cette entrZe accepte des signaux symZtriques ou asymZtriques. L'impZdance d'entrZe est >40k½. SORTIES JACK (Voies 1 et 2) : La sortie est sur jack 6.35 ou XLR. Le niveau de sortie maximum du signal est >+20dBu. A +4dBu, l'impZdance de sortie est 100½ en symZtrique et 50½ en asymZtrique. A -10dBV, lÕimpZdance de sortie est 1k½ en symZtrique et 500½ en asymZtrique. Touche OPERATING LEVEL : Cette touche sZlectionne le niveau de fonctionnement nominal, soit -10dBV (touche enfoncZe) ou +4dBu (touche relchZe). Notez que cette touche est lZg·rement en retrait afin de la protZger des manipulations accidentelles. Un changement de gain brutal pourrait provoquer des dommages aux autres appareils du syst·me. Jack d'insert SIDE CHAIN : Cette embase jack permet un acc·s direct ^ l'entrZe du dZtecteur du 266XL. La bague constitue le dZpart, et dZlivre une version attZnuZe du signal d'entrZe avec une impZdance de 2k½. La pointe du jack constitue le retour, il re·oit le signal provenant d'un appareil de traitement et le dirige vers le circuit dZtecteur pour rZaliser une compression/gate sZlective en frZquence. Vous pouvez aussi attaquer l'entrZe Side Chain directement en utilisant un jack mono. L'impZdance d'entrZe est supZrieure ^ 10k½. Note : Lorsqu'un câble est branché sur ce jack, il coupe automatiquement la connexion provenant de l'entrée. Face arri·re 266XL Compressor / Gate 266XL Compressor / Gate 17 Connecteur d'alimentation : L'alimentation (fournie avec votre appareil) doit ·tre connectZe ^ cet endroit et reliZe au secteur. Notez que le 266XL ne poss·de pas d'interrupteur. Il est recommandZ de laisser le 266XL allumZ en permanence. Sa consommation est faible. Si vous ne devez pas utiliser le 266XL durant une longue pZriode, vous pourrez le dZbrancher. ATTENTION : Vérifiez que l'alimentation correspond bien à la tension indiquée. Un mauvais branchement résulterait en un dommage important non couvert par la garantie. ATTENTION : N'otez jamais le capot. Aucune pièce accessible à l'intérieur. CONNEXION DU 266XL A VOTRE SYSTEME Le 266XL peut ·tre utilisZ avec tout Zquipement de niveau ligne comme par exemple des consoles de mixage, des instruments de musique Zlectroniques, des patchs, des processeurs de signal. Pour toutes connexions, suivez les Ztapes suivantes : Eteignez tous les Zquipements avant d'effectuer une connexion. Montez Zventuellement le 266XL (1U) dans un rack (option). Le 266XL occupe une hauteur 1U et une largeur de rack. Il peut ·tre montZ au-dessus ou au-dessous de tout appareil ne dZgageant pas de trop forte chaleur. Il ne requiert donc pas de ventilation. La tempZrature ambiante ne doit pas excZder 45¡C lorsque l'Zquipement est branchZ. Connexions ^ vos Zquipements ^ lÕaide de jacks 6.35 ou XLR. Les points de connexion typiques sont : les inserts de sous-groupe ou de voie d'entrZe d'une console lorsque vous utilisez le 266XL pour un instrument ou des pistes ; les sorties principales de console pour le mixage ; la boucle d'effets d'un prZampli d'instrument lorsque vous utilisez le 266XL pour une guitare ou une basse ; les sorties principales d'un prZ-mZlangeur (pour clavier par exemple) si le signal est envoyZ vers la console principale ; entre la sortie d'un DAT et l'entrZe d'un magnZto cassette analogique. Lorsque vous utilisez des processeurs en cha"ne, le 266XL peut ·tre placZ avant ou apr·s les effets ou autres processeurs de dynamique. Nous vous recommandons d'expZrimenter diffZrents rZglages pour voir lequel apporte les meilleurs rZsultats. Reliez l'alimentation (fournie avec votre appareil) au connecteur situZ ^ l'arri·re du 266XL et ^ votre source secteur pour mettre l'appareil en service. SUPPORT TECHNIQUE ET APRéS-VENTE Le 266XL est un appareil robuste avec des composants choisis pour leur performance et leur excellente fiabilitZ. Chaque 266XL est testZ et calibrZ en usine et ne requiert aucun ajustement interne. Nous recommandons de ne retourner l'appareil qu'apr·s lecture du manuel et consultation du service client de votre revendeur. 18 Lorsque vous contactez votre distributeur, soyez prZcis dans la description de votre probl·me. Communiquez le numZro de sZrie indiquZ sur l'Ztiquette collZe sur la face arri·re. Note : Référez-vous aux termes de la garantie qui s'applique à l'utilisateur final. Après expiration de la garantie, un coût raisonnable vous sera facturé pour les pièces, main-d'oeuvre et expédition. Dans tous les cas, vous êtes responsable de l'expédition. Instructions pour l'expZdition : Utilisez si possible l'emballage d'origine. PrZcisez bien le nom de l'expZditeur et inscrivez en rouge : FRAGILE ! Assurez le colis. Les frais d'expZdition doivent ·tre prZ-payZs. CARTE Nous vous remercions ^ lÕavance de bien vouloir nous retourner votre carte de garantie. DE GARANTIE 266XL Compressor / Gate


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