Fredenstein F200 User Manual

F200

Dual Mic-Pre

and Compressor

Operating Manual

Fredenstein F200 Dual Mic-Pre and Compressor

The F200 is a two channel microphone preamplifier and a two channel FET compressor with Stereo
link capability. The mic-pre and compressor are connected in series. The output mixer allows the
user to select only the mic-pre or the compressor . In addition, a wet/dry (compressed/
uncompressed) mix can be performed.
The mic-pre section features a switchable 20db pad, a low-cut filter, phase reversal and P48
phantom power. The maximum gain of the mic-pre is +60 dB, the minimum gain with pad activated
is 0 dB. In case the unit is used as a compressor only, the input is able to handle +20dB signals and
is fully compatible with line level signals. At a mic-pre output level of greater than + 24dbu a clip
indicator will light up. The high impedance Direct Input (DI) is compatible with balanced and
unbalanced signals.
The compressor section features rotary controls for Attack Time, Release Time and Compression
Ratio as well as a Stereo link switch. The VU meter is switchable, either the compressor gain
reduction or the output level can be displayed. All switches have dedicated LED indicators.
For easy touring and recording around the world, the F200 has a built-in universal power supply
ranging from 90Vac to 240Vac, 50 -60 Hz.
As all Fredenstein products, the F200 is designed by a German-American team and manufactured in
Taiwan.

Installation:

Electrical Safety Warnings:
Do not open the enclosure, hazardous voltages are present inside!
There are no user serviceable parts inside.
If you need to replace the mains fuse, make sure the replacement has the same
rating (0.5AT 250V).

Rear View:

Please connect your audio inputs and outputs first to the XLR connectors located on
the back panel. Then connect the mains cable to the F200 and then to a grounded
mains outlet. The power ON/OFF switch is located on the back panel near the power
cable connector (IEC). After the unit is powered on, the two VU meters on the front
panel will be illuminated.

Fredenstein F200 Manual V1.2 July 18, 2014 Page 1