Summary of the content on the page No. 1
482i
Sonic MaxiMizer
User Guide and Reference Manual
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance and described in the operating instructions supplied with the appliance. inSTaLLaTion Water and Moisture - Do not install the appliance near water: for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. Heat - Do not in
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
TaBLe oF conTenTS Important Safeguards ……………………………………………………………………………………………… BBE Process Explained …………………………………………………………………………………………… Product Description ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 Applications/Set Up ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 Front Panel Controls ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 Rear Panel Connections …………………………………………………………………………………………… 6 Application Diagrams ………………………………………………………………………………………… 7-1 Specifications …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 14
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
ProdUcT deScriPTion The BBE 482i is a dual channel, single rack space device for use in -l0dBu line level applications. For each channel there are one pair of Lo Contour and Process knobs plus a 5 segment LED output level meter. A single function button switches the BBE process on or off in both channels, which is useful for comparing the processed sound to the unprocessed sound. An LED next to the function button glows green when the BBE process is on and yellow when the process is off. Th
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
FronT PaneL conTroLS � � � � � � 1. LED DISPLAY: The LED display is used to indicate the output signal level of the BBE 482i. Each number on the front panel corresponds to the output signal level, measured in decibels. Example: The “0” indicates a 0dBu signal level, “-6” refers to -6dBu, and so on. Once an input signal level has been established, increasing the BBE PROCESS and LO CONTOUR will increase the output signal and cause more LEDs to illuminate. The Clip LED monitors the input sign
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
rear PaneL connecTionS 1. AC POWER CORD INLET: Plugs into AC power receptacle. U.S., Canada and Japan Models, 100-120Vac, 50/60Hz. All other models, 220~240Vac, 50/60Hz. 2. FUSE: Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the fuse holder located in the bottom portion of the AC Power Cord inlet. Carefully pry the fuse holder free from its compartment to access fuse. (Note: For all models, replace with 250VAC, .2A slowblow type fuse.) 3. OUTPUT: The output of the BBE 482i can be taken from the
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
LiVe aPPLica Tion: non-Po Wered Mixer Connect the BBE 482i to the output of the mixing console. The output of the BBE will drive either a crossover or a power amplifier directly. MAIN OUTPUTS POWER AMP 7
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
LiVe aPPLica Tion: Po Wered Mixer There are a couple of ways to configure the BBE 482i into a powered mixer. The ideal method would be into “Pre-Amp Out/Power Amp In” section of the console. If your console does not have this option, use the main or channel insert points. PRE PWR MAIN AMP AMP OUT OUT IN TIP/RING/SLEEVE (TRS) INSERT POINT ON MAIN OR INDIVIDUAL CHANNELS 8
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
recording The BBE 482i can be utilized in the recording studio on individual instruments of on groups on instruments to improve the sound quality. MIXER KEYBOARD OR OTHER INSTRUMENT MULTI-TRACK TAPE RECORDER OR DAW INPUT
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
MaSTering or dUBBing Use the BBE 482i for mastering the recording. Even if the BBE Process has been used on indi- vidual tracks, an improvement on the total mix will be noticed. MIXER MULTI-TRACK RECORDER - CASSETTE, REEL-TO-REEL, DAW MASTERING DECK - DAT, CASSETTE, REEL-TO-REEL, DAW, ETC. 10
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
indiVidU aL inSTr UMenTS Use the BBE 482i in the effects loop or the main output of a guitar preamp. For keyboards, the output of the sub-mixer will be the ideal location. INSTRUMENT PREAMP MAIN OUTPUTS POWER AMP 11
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
SoUnd conTracT orS The BBE 482i will accept the output level of most sound contractor type mixers. PAGING/MUSIC PREAMP POWER AMP 1
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
dJ aPPLica Tion Connect the BBE 482i into the processor loop of a pre-amplifier/mixer and hear the music come alive! MAIN OUTPUTS POWER AMP 1
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
SPeciFica TionS process mode Program controlled Frequency r esponse bypass mode 10Hz to 50kHz +/-0.5dBu, -10dBu input process mode less than 0.025% at -10dBu input, 20-20kHz Thd bypass mode less than 0.002% at -l0dBu input, 20-20kHz Maximum output +18dBu (may vary due to control settings) input impedance 47k Ohms, unbalanced 1/4” phone jack or RCA jack output impedance 1k Ohms, unbalanced 1/4” phone jack or RCA jack Sensitivity -45dBu for maximum process Maximum Process +12dBu boost at 5kHz, -1
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
Ser Vice We recommend that if at all possible, a BBE Sonic Maximizer which requires service be sent to our facility in Huntington Beach, California. We request that a “RETURN AUTHORIZATION” be issued by the dealer from whom you purchased the unit. If this is not possible, call BBE Sound, Inc. directly at (714) 897-6766, exten- sion 116 to obtain a “RETURN AUTHORIZATION”. Include a copy of the bill of sale with the unit when it is shipped to BBE Sound, Inc. so that the service can be expedited
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
F I V E Y E A R • L I E M I 5 5 5381 Production Drive Huntington Beach, CA 92649 714-897-6766 • FAX 714-896-0736 www.bbesound.com covered by U.S. Patent 5,736,897 and other U.S. and foreign patents pending. BBE is the registered trademark of BBE Sound, Inc. rev.4 9-2010 B T B E D • W A R R A N T Y
