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Aphex 250 User Manual

Aphex 250
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AURAL EXCITER® TYPE III
MODEL 250
OPERATING GUIDE
&
SERVICE MANUAL
APHEX SYSTEMS LTD.
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Aphex 250 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAphex
Model250
CategoryComputer Hardware
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings

Electrical Safety Precautions

Instructions to reduce risks of fire or electric shock, do not expose to rain or moisture.

Introduction

A Brief History of the Aural Exciter

Traces the development of the Aphex Aural Exciter from its inception in 1956 to the Type III model.

Operational Characteristics

Key Features and Noise Reduction Modes

Details patented audio process, two audio paths, and two noise reduction modes (A/B).

Typical Applications

Covers use in sound reinforcement, tape duplication, recording, electronic music, and broadcasting.

Technical Specifications

Lists key technical parameters including VCA, Frequency Response, THD, IMD, and input/output levels.

Warranty and Service Information

Product Warranty and Service Details

Covers parts and labor warranty for one year from purchase date and service return procedures.

Installation

Preparing for Installation

Covers unpacking, input sensitivity, audio I/O, and AC line connection setup.

Connecting and Powering Up

Details I/O considerations, AC voltage selection, remote control, rack mounting, and initial power-up.

Front Panel Controls

Control Layout and NR Modes

Describes the front panel layout, NR MODE switch, and NR THRESHOLD control functions.

Tuning, Filtering, and Harmonic Controls

Explains TUNE, PEAKING, NULL FILL, HARMONICS, and TIMBRE control functions.

Mix, Bypass, and Special Function Switches

Details MIX, Ax, SOLO, SPR, RELAY bypass, and POWER switch operations.

Applications

Initial Settings and Control Experimentation

Guides initial setup and experimenting with controls to understand their effects on audio.

Specific Application Examples

Provides settings for exciting drums, snare, FM audio, and AM broadcast audio.

User Templates

Offers blank templates for users to record custom front panel settings.

Circuit Description

Signal Paths and Stages

Details the main audio path, servo stages, SPR, and summing/output stages.

Sidechain Processing and Noise Reduction

Explains the Ax sidechain, state variable filter, harmonic generator, and noise reduction modes.

Power Supply and LED Indicators

Describes the power supply circuit, LED indicators, and voltage regulation.

Test and Nulling Procedures

Test Equipment and Main Board Tests

Lists required equipment and outlines tests for the main audio board, including CMRR, gain, and distortion.

Control Board and Mode Tests

Details tests for control boards, NR modes, transient processor, and harmonics multiplier.

Parts List

Component Lists by Section

Comprehensive lists of resistors, capacitors, semiconductors, inductors, hardware, and power supply parts.

Schematics

Main Audio and Control Board Schematics

Provides detailed schematic diagrams for the main audio and control boards of the Aural Exciter III.

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