Void RESONATOR Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL

RESONATOR

PARAMETRIC EQ

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OWNER'S MANUAL

Technical and design specifications are

subject to change without notice

RESONATOR

PARAMETRIC EQ

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TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE TOP OR BOTTOM COVERS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERV I C I N G TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE REMOVING REAR PANEL COVER TO ACCESS GAIN SWITCH.

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WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE!

Magnetic Field CAUTION: Do not locate sensitive high-gain equipment such as preamplifiers or tape decks directly above or below this unit. Because this amplifier has a high power density, it has a strong magnetic field which can induce hum into unshielded devices that are located nearby. This field is strongest just above and below the unit. If an equipment rack is used, we recommend locating the amplifier(s) at the bottom of the rack and the preamplifier or other sensitive equipment at the top.

The lightning bolt triangle is used alert the user to the risk of electric shock

The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to important operating and/or maintenance instructions.

Printed on recycled paper.

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Features

2 Channel 3 band or single channel 6 band parametric EQ.

Wide frequency sweep of 40:1 on each band.

Q variable between 12 (1/12 octave) and 0.3 ( 3 octaves).

±15 dB gain on each band

Hi pass filter on each channel.

Bypass switch for each channel.

+4dBu and - 10dBu balanced inputs / outputs on XLR and TRS jacks.

Super low noise circuitry for increased dynamic range.

One year warranty and guarantee.

Precautions

Please consider the following whilst using the Resonator:

1. The Resonator will accommodate both -10dB and +4dB operating levels without the need for level switching.

2. The XLRs are set for +4dBu the TRS jacks for -10dBV operating levels. Use the appropriate connector/level to interface between your equipment and the Resonator.

3. Using the TRS jack input with +4dB signal levels in some set-ups may over drive the Resonator and cause distortion.

4. Input signals in excess of +20dB may cause the Resonator to distort.

5. Do not operate the unit from AC mains in excess of 10% variation above or below the selected line

voltage, and only at the specified line frequency.

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Front Panel

1.Power LED Shows if the unit is on or off.

2.Band Gain Control To control the level of the selected frequency.

3.Band Q Control To control the width of the selected frequency.

4.Band Frequency Control To select the frequency to be adjusted.

5.Channel Bypass Turns each channels EQ on or off

6.Channel Hi Pass Filter Used to select a channels 30 Hz hi pass filter.

7.Mono LED Lights when the unit is in 6 band mono mode

8.Clip LED The clip LED monitors the units output and lights 3dB before clipping

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Rear Panel

1.Balanced Input XLR's +4dBu. Wired pin 1 ground, pin 2 +ve and pin 3 - ve.

2.Balanced Input Jacks

-10dBu. Wired sleeve ground, ring signal - and tip signal +

3.Balanced Output XLR's +4dBu. Wired pin 1 ground, pin 2 +ve and pin 3 - ve

4.Balanced Output Jacks

-10dBu. Wired sleeve ground, ring signal - and tip signal +

5.Mode Selector Selects 2 channels with 3 bands of EQ, or 1 channel with 6 bands of EQ

6.Power Input IEC power input connector with fuse. 230 VAC 50 Hz

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Operation

CHANNEL 1

LF gain control

This control sets the amount of cut or boost for the LF (Low Frequency) section. The gain range in +15db and -15dB.

LF Q control

Varies the 'Q' (bandwidth) of the cut or boost region. A low Q, CW (clock wise) affects a wide band of frequencies whilst a high Q, CCW affects a very small band.

LF Frequency control

This control selects the centre frequency for LF cut or boost. The LF frequency control has a 40:1 range and is adjustable from 20Hz to 1kHz.

MF gain control

Sets the amount of cut or boost for the MF (Mid Frequency) section.

MF Q control

Varies the 'Q' of the cut or boost region for the MF section.

MF Frequency control

This control selects the centre frequency for MF cut or boost and is adjustable from 200Hz to 8kHz

HF gain control

Sets the amount of cut or boost for the HF (High Frequency) section.

HF Frequency control

This control selects the centre frequency for HF cut or boost and is adjustable from 500Hz to 20kHz.

HF Q control

Varies the 'Q' of the cut or boost region for the HF section.

CLIP LED The Clip LED monitors the last stage of the EQ output stage. The LED lights 3dB before clipping.

Bypass switch

Pressing BYPASS switches the EQ out of the signal path and allows A/B comparison. Remember if you are using any amount of boost, bypassing the EQ will cause a noticeable drop in signal level.

In MONO mode Channel 2 BYPASS is inoperative and Channel 1 BYPASS now switches the whole EQ in and out of circuit.

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Operation

CHANNEL 1 continued

30Hz Hi Pass switch

Pressing this switch inserts a 30Hz, 12dB/Octave slope high pass filter into the signal path before the EQ section. Primarily intended to remove subsonic frequencies such as stage noise and turntable rumble.

MONO LED

Pressing the MODE switch on the rear of the Resonator lights the MONO led. This puts the two EQ channels in series to form a single mono 6 band unit. In this mode the BYPASS and 30Hz filter switches on Channel 2 are disabled. Channel 1 BYPASS and 30 Hz Hi Pass filter now controls the whole unit.

Your input signal should now go to Channel 1's input and the output taken from Channel 2's output. Channel 2's input is disabled.

CHANNEL 2

Channel 2's operation is identical to channel one, except the input, BYPASS and 30 Hz hi pass filter when used in mono mode

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Input : Electronically balanced +4dBu XLR. -10dBu 1/4" TRS jack.

20K ohm impedance. Maximum input +20dBu

Output : Electronically balanced +4dBu XLR. -10dBu 1/4" TRS jack. 100K ohm impedance. Maximum output +20dBu

Performance : THD <0.01%, +4dBu output Noise <-86dBu (20Hz to 20kHz) Freq response ±1dB, 20Hz to 20kHz, EQ 'in'

Input Power : 230VAC, 50Hz, 6VA Standard IEC input

Dimensions : 1.75" (44mm) H × 19" (482mm) W × 6.5" (165mm) D

Weight : Net - 2.2kg. Shipping - 2.85kg

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Service

This unit has very sophisticated circuitry and should only be serviced by a fully trained technician.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove covers No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to a qualified technician

Worldwide Service

Service may be obtained from your local authorised service centre. To obtain service, simply present your sales receipt as proof of purchase along with the defective unit to an authorised service centre. They will handle the necessary paperwork and repair. Remember to transport your unit in the original factory packaging.

1. When sending a Resonator to an authorised service centre for service, please write

a detailed description of the fault and list any other equipment used in conjunction with the faulty product. Send the fault description with the faulty product, do not send it separately.

2. Ensure safe transportation of your unit to the authorised service centre. Ship it in

the original factory packaging if possible.

3. Do not ship the unit in any kind of rack. Ignoring this warning may result in

extensive damage to the unit and the equipment rack. Accessories are not needed. Do not send the instruction manual, cables or any other hardware.

4. Before returning your faulty product for repair, please remember to get a return

authorisation number from the dealer whom you purchased your product from. Failure to do so could delay the repair of your product.

Warranty Registration

Please take time to fill out the warranty registration form at the back of this manual

and return it to Void Acoustics.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

THE WARRANTY For a period of one (1) years from the date of delivery to the original purchaser (as shown on the original invoice or sales receipt), Void Acoustics (hereinafter "Void") warrants to the ORIGINAL OWNER of each new Resonator (provided it was purchased at an Authorised Void Dealer) that it is free of defects in materials and workmanship and that each product will meet or exceed all factory published specifications for each respective model. Void agrees to repair or replace (at its discretion) all defective parts at no charge for labour or materials; subject to following provisions:

WARRANTY VIOLATIONS

Void shall take no responsibility for repair or replacement as specified under this warranty, if the damaged product has been subject to misuse, accident, neglect or failure to comply with normal maintenance procedures; or if the serial number has been defaced, altered or removed. Nor will Void accept responsibility for, or resulting from, improper alterations or unauthorised parts or repairs. This warranty does not cover any damage to speakers or any other consequential damage resulting from breach of any written or implied warranty.

VOID WARRANTY PROVISIONS Void will remedy any defect, regardless of the reason for failure (except as excluded ) by repair, or replacement. Void will remedy the defect and ship the product within a reasonable time after receipt of the defective product at an Void Authorised Service Centre.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

In the event that a Void product requires service, the Owner must contact Void or an Authorised Void Service Centre to receive an R.A.N. (Return Authorisation Number) and instructions on how to return the product to the Void Authorised Service Centre, or to the factory. Void (or its Authorised Service Centre) will initiate corrective repairs upon receipt of the returned product. Please save the original carton and all the packing materials in case shipping is required. All products being returned to the factory or service centre for repairs must be shipped prepaid.

If the repairs made by Void or the Void Authorised Service Centre are not satisfactory, the Owner is instructed to give written notice to Void. If the defect or malfunction remains after a reasonable amount of attempts by Void to remedy the defect or malfunction, the Owner shall then have the option to elect either a refund or replacement of said Void product free of charge. The refund shall be an amount equal to but not greater than the actual purchase price, not including any taxes, interest, insurance, closing costs and other finance charges (minus reasonable depreciation on the product). If a refund is necessary, the Owner must make the defective or malfunctioning product available to Void free and clear of all liens or other restrictions.

MODIFICATIONS OF EQUIPMENT Void reserves the right to modify or change equipment (in whole or part) at any time prior to delivery thereof, in order to include therein electrical or mechanical improvements deemed appropriate by Void, but without incurring any liability to modify or change any equipment previously delivered, or to supply new equipment in accordance with any earlier specifications.

DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES

YOU, THE OWNER, ARE NOT ENTITLED TO RECOVER FROM VOID ANY INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECT IN THE VOID PRODUCT. THIS INCLUDES ANY DAMAGE TO ANOTHER PRODUCT OR PRODUCTS RESULTING FROM SUCH A DEFECT.

WARRANTY ALTERATIONS

No person has the authority to enlarge, amend, or modify this Warranty. This Warranty is not extended by the length of time which the Owner is deprived of the use of product. Repairs and replacement parts provided pursuant to the Warranty shall carry only the non-expired portion of the Warranty.

THIS STATEMENT OF WARRANTY SUPERSEDES ALL OTHERS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL

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Warranty Copy

Date of purchase Model

Serial number

Suppliers name and address

Post code : Tel :

What to do if your Void product needs repair

Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product

and get a return authorisation number.

Return the product (preferably in its original box) to :

Void Acoustics, Unit 10B, Dawkins Road Ind Est, Poole,

Dorset, BH15 4JD, UK.

Void Acoustics

Warranty

This Void Acoustics product is guaranteed against defects

due to faulty materials or workmanship for a period of 12

months from the date of original purchase, subject to the

following restrictions.

1. This warranty is only valid in the country of purchase.

2. That the product has not been abused or operated in

conjunction with unsuitable or faulty apparatus.

3. That the product has not been modified, disassembled

or tampered with by any person other than Void Acoustics

technical staff.

4. That the product has not suffered damage in transit.

Do not send goods to Void Acoustics without first obtaining

a return authorisation number.

Carriage costs to Void Acoustics will be returned to the

customer if warranty work proves necessary. Packing,

insurance and freight on the return journey will be paid by

Void Acoustics or its authorised dealers.

This warranty in no way affects your statutory rights.

Void Acoustics

Unit 10B, Dawkins Road Ind Est, Poole, Dorset, BH15 4JD

Tel: +44 (0)870 1651 332 Fax: +44 (0)870 1651 352

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Void Acoustics

Unit 10B

Dawkins Road Ind Est

Poole

Dorset

BH15 4JD

Warranty Registration

Thank you for purchasing this Void product. Please

complete this warranty registration card and cut off this

part and send it to the address overleaf.

Date of purchase Model

Serial number

Suppliers name and address

Post code : Tel :

Your name and address

Post code : Tel :