CX 500 ™ LOGIC ASSISTED GATE & EASY RIDER® COMPRESSOR 500 SERIES MODULE Owner’s Manual
SAFETY DECLARATIONS WARNING: Do not place objects containing liquid on this unit as it is not designed to protect against spillage. Do not expose this unit to dripping or splashing of liquids as the unit is not designed to protect against these occurrences. WARNING: The CX 500 has been tested and meets the FCC, CE and European Union rules, regulations, and guidelines for use.
SAFETY DECLARATIONS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INSTALLATION 5 2.0 INTRODUCTION 6 3.0 GATE FUNCTIONS 3.1 Threshold Control 3.2 Attack Control 3.3 Hold Control 3.4 Release Control 3.5 Depth Control 3.6 Gate On/Off Button 4.0 COMPRESSOR FUNCTIONS 4.1 Threshold Control 4.2 Speed Control 4.3 Output Control 4.4 Compressor On/Off Button 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 5.0 METERING 5.1 GR/PK Switch 9 9 6.0 SERVICE & WARRANTY 6.1 Limited Warranty 6.2 Service Information 10 10 11 7.
1.0 INSTALLATION 1. Turn off and unplug your 500 series rack frame. Inspect the card slot you intend to use to make sure that it is clean and free of any debris. 2. Before removing your CX 500 from its box, discharge any static electricity buildup you may have by touching your 500 series rack. 3. Pull your CX 500 module out of its box and carefully slide it into place in the designated opening.
2.0 INTRODUCTION Many other products combine a compressor and gate, but there are problems making them work together. That’s because the compressor’s release occurs during the gate’s closure. The gate is trying to reduce the signal level while the compressor is trying to raise it. The compressor’s gain release counter-effects (fights against) the gate. The Aphex Easyrider® Compressor is gain locked whenever the Logic-Assisted Gate activates.
3.3 HOLD Range: 5mS to 500mS. Balance HOLD with RELEASE to obtain the best gating effect. Usually a longer hold time allows you to use a shorter release time. This can help when gating repetitive sounds like drums. The gate can be held long enough to transition the beats, and then a faster release can gate out the rumble and noise more effectively. The HOLD setting should always be at least equal to the ATTACK setting to insure the logic properly assists the attack function. 3.4 RELEASE Range: 100mS to 1S.
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4.1 THRESHOLD When the input signal level exceeds the thresh- old setting, the compressor engages. Turning the knob counterclockwise lowers the threshold so that compression begins at a lower input level. Turning the knob clockwise raises the threshold so that compression only happens at higher input levels. The threshold can be set from -20dBu to +30 dBu. 4.2 SPEED The Easyrider Compressor has a complex set of time constants that adapt to the sound wave characteristics.
6.0 SERVICE & WARRANTY 6.1 LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD Two years from date of purchase. SCOPE All defects in workmanship and materials. The following are not covered: a. Voltage conversions. b. Units on which the serial number has been defaced, modified, or removed c. Damage or deterioration: 1. Resulting from installation and/or removal of the unit. 2. Resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions contained in the User’s Manual. 3.
6.2 SERVICE INFORMATION If it becomes necessary to return this unit for repair, you must first contact Aphex for a Return Authorization (RMA number), which will need to be included with your shipment for proper identification. If available, repack this unit in its original carton and packing material. Otherwise, pack the equipment in a strong carton containing at least 2 inches of padding on all sides. Be sure the unit cannot shift around inside the carton.
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