Rolls RP282 User Manual

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RP282

Dual T ube

Compressor/Limiter

Dual Tube C o mpressor/Limiter

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OWNERS MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 1 Inspection Front P anel Description 2 Rear Panel Description 3 Specifications 3 Operation 4 Warranty 5

LIMITED WARRANTY

This product is warranted to the original consumer purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal installation, use and service for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase as shown on the purchaser’s receipt.

The obligation of Rolls Corporation under this warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement (at our option), during the warranty period of any part which proves defective in material or workmanship under normal installation, use and service, provided the product is returned to Rolls Corporation, TRANSPORTATION CHARGES PREPAID. Products returned to us or to an authorized Service Center must be accompanied by a copy of the purchase receipt. In the absence of such purchase receipt, the warranty period shall be one (1) year from the date of manufacture.

This warranty shall be invalid if the product is damaged as a result of defacement, misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, destruction or alteration of the serial number, improper electrical voltages or currents, repair, alteration or maintenance by any person or party other than our own service facility or an authorized Service Center, or any use violative of instructions furnished by us.

This one-year warranty is in lieu of all expressed warranties, obligations or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGA TIONS, OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE ONE YEAR DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY , EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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OPERATION

INTRODUCTION

THE FOLLOWING SETTINGS ARE APPROXIMATE, THEY ARE LISTED AS SUGGESTIONS ONLY .

VOCAL COMPRESSION The most effective w a y to connect y our RP282 for vocal compression is b y patching it into a channel insert of your mixing board. You will need an “insert” cable like the one sho wn. Connect the INPUT of the RP282 to the mixer’s Send jack, and the OUTPUT to the mixer’s Return. Set the level to the RP282 compressor b y speaking or singing into the microphone at the same level used during perf ormance. Set the Meter switch to Output, and adjust the gain control on your mixer so the RP282 meter mo v es to approximately 0. Press in the Active button to put the RP282 in compression mode. See the example diagram belo w for settings .

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Congratulations and thank you f or purchasing the Bellari RP282 Dual Tube Compressor/Limiter. W e recommend that y ou tak e a moment and read this manual as it provides information that will help you in using your unit to its fullest potential. The RP282 provides smooth, natural compression and clear sonic quality and performance for the working musician, studio operator or any one who needs a comp/limiter with warm, smooth analog sound. Each channel uses one ROLLS premium 7025 tube in a unique configuration to give superior signal control. The unit has both XLR and 1/4” inputs and outputs. Plus, it has a Side Chain input and output for each channel. The side chain provides direct access to the detector circuits.

INSPECTION

1. Unpac k and inspect the RP282 box and package. Your RP282 was carefully packed at the factory in a protective carton. Nonetheless, be sure to examine the unit and the carton for any signs of damage that may have occurred during shipping. If obvious physical damage is noticed, contact the carrier immediately to make a damage claim. We suggest saving the shipping carton and packing materials for safely transporting the unit in the future.

2. Please complete the Warranty Registration Card and return it to the factory.

DRUM COMPRESSION The RP282 may be used to compress various drum parts for a smooth, tight drum sound as well as more control over a final mix. Connect your RP282 to the insert of your mixer and set the input le vel as directed above. Shown below is an example of a kick or snare drum compression setting.

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FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION

REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION

NOTE: Channel One descriptions are identical to Channel Two

ACTIVE SWITCH: Engages and disengages the compression. OUTPUT LEVEL: V aries the over all signal le vel from the RP282. THRESHOLD: Sets the le v el at which the incoming signal m ust o v ercome in order

for the RP282 to begin compressing. RATIO: Adjusts the signal to compression ratio. This sets the amount of increase

in input signal required to raise the output signal 1 dB. ATTACK: Varies the amount of time taken for the RP282 to begin compressing

after the Threshold le vel has been reached. RELEASE: V aries the amount of time taken f or the RP282 to return to normal gain

once the signal has dropped below the Threshold le v el. METER SWITCH: Switched the signal metering from indicating the output jack

level, to indicating the amount of gain reduction. VU METER: Indicates either the output signal le v el, or the amount of gain reduc-

tion, depending on the position of the Meter Switch. NOTE: THE INPUT SIGNAL LEVEL MAY ALSO BE INDICA TED BY PRESSING OUT THE A CTIVE SWITCH AND BYPASSING THE COMPRESSOR CIRCUITS.

NOTE: Channel One descriptions are identical to Channel Two.

OUTPUTS: XLR balanced and 1/4” unbalanced connectors for connecting the RP282 to a mixer or other line lev el input.

SIDE CHAIN INPUT: 1/4” unbalanced jack for receiving incoming signals to directly access the detector circuit of the compressor.

SIDE CHAIN OUTPUT: 1/4’ unbalanced jack for sending out the signal from the RP282. This jack may also be used as a pre-Output Le vel output. IMPORTANT:

The Side Chain Inputs and Outputs are not effects loops, the y break the signal path of the RP282 control circuitry.

INPUTS: XLR balanced and 1/4” unbalanced connectors for connecting line lev el signals to the RP282.

SERIAL NUMBER

583-

BAL

OUTPUT

SIDE CHAIN

UNBAL INPUT

CHANNEL TWO

OUTPUT

UNBAL

INPUT

OUTPUT

UNBAL

INPUT

BAL

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BAL

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UNBAL

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SIDE CHAIN

120 VAC

50/60 Hz 15 VA

WARNING:

OR MOISTURE.

MADE IN U.S.A.

CAUTION:

NOT REMOVE BACK. NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

RISQUE DE CHOC - NE PAS ENLEVER

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT

MODEL RP583

DO NOT OPEN

POWER SWITCH: Turns the RP282 main power on and off.

SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency Response: 10 Hz - 40 kHz Input Impedance: 10K 9 balanced

1M 9 unbalanced THD + Nosie: 0.1% typical S/N Ratio: 103 dB Max Gain: 40 dB (Threshold @ -40 dB) Indicators: (2) Active LEDs, (2) analog VU meters Input/Output jacks: XLR balanced and 1/4” unbalanced Dimensions: 3.5” x 6” x 19” (89 x 162 x 482 mm) Po wer: 120 V AC , (230 VA C) 15 VA

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