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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Precautions.I
Product Description. 1
Controls/Connections.2-4
General Operation/Applications.5-10
Service/Warranty Information.11
Calibration.12
Specifications.5
Schematic Diagram.13-19
Congratulations on your purchase of the BBE 862 Sonic Maximizer, a balanced, two
channel signal processor that will benefit any sound reproduction system. Program
material will have sparkle and unmistakable clarity. Lower frequencies, such as a bass
guitar, will be more evident in the mix. Voices will be crystal clear. Guitar and keyboard
notes will have greater integrity and be more distinct from each other. If classical music is
your forte, listen to your favorite symphony and feel as though you are the conductor. Rap
music will take on new dimensions with a thunderous, yet tight thump which cannot be
achieved with any other sound processor. The BBE 862’s flexible design will allow it to be
configured into any system. Whether live sound reproduction or in recording studios, the
BBE 862 will be a welcome addition.
The following features will make the BBE 862 attractive to sound engineers, players and
listeners:
1. Independent PROCESS and LO CONTOUR control for each channel to
accommodate mono or stereo configurations.
2. A Function Switch to allow for the comparison of the BBE Processed signal to
the unprocessed signal.
3. Quarter inch stereo Phone jacks and XLR connectors to allow for easy,
balanced configuration into any sound system.
4. Clip LED to monitor the incoming signal level.
5. A Four Level LED indicator to monitor the output of the BBE 862 Sonic Maximizer.
IMPORTANT
Before you begin, please check the contents within this box to insure that included are:
1. The BBE 862 Sonic Maximizer.
2. Four Rubber Feet for "Table Mount" applications
3. The BBE 862 User’s manual.
If any of these items are found to be damaged or missing, immediately contact the BBE
dealer from whom the unit was purchased.
Before you begin, please read this manual. It will help you use the BBE 862 more
effectively and answer most of the common questions that our service department
receives. But if you still have questions, please call our service department at (714)
897-6766.
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