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CHANNEL A cont.,
signal and cause more LEDs to illuminate. The Clip LED monitors the input
signal level. The Clip LED will illuminate at +20dBu, giving a 3dBu warning of
the impending distortion at +23dBu, the actual clip point.
2. LO CONTOUR: Each channel is equipped with a LO CONTOUR control. This
control is a low frequency adjustment for the BBE 862. It provides a boost of
lOdBu when turned to its maximum position (clockwise) at 50Hz. When turned
to its minimum position (counter-clockwise) it reduces the 50Hz signal by
lOdBu. The middle position would be flat or no change.
3. PROCESS: Each channel is equipped with a BBE PROCESS control. This
control adjusts the BBE Process. The BBE Process gives the user a more
detailed perception of tonality, added "bite" and an increase in clarity. The low
frequency range of the program material will be tightened while the high end will
be crystal clear without adding or creating any additional noise or harmonic
distortion. When the knob is in its minimum position, completely counter-clockwise,
no process is taking effect. Turning the knob clockwise will introduce the BBE
Process. Adjust the knob to mix the desired amount of BBE Process to suit your
taste. The BBE Process also has its own in/out switch for comparison of the
processed to unprocessed signal located on the front panel. Experiment with the
process. Use the BBE Process as an extension of the tone controls. The BBE
Process is not an effect, but a sonic improvement. To start, set the BBE PROCESS
knob to its 12 o’clock position, then adjust accordingly.
4. FUNCTION: This switch engages the BBE Process. When depressed, the "IN"
position, the "GREEN" LED will illuminate, indicating that the BBE Process has
been engaged. When in the "OUT" position, the "YELLOW" LED will illuminate,
indicating that the BBE Process has been disengaged.
5. CHANNEL B: These controls function the same as the CHANNEL A.
6. POWER: This switch applies AC power to the BBE 862 Sonic Maximizer. When
the Power Switch is in the "ON" position, either the "GREEN" or "YELLOW"
Function LED will illuminate, as determined by the Function Switch, to indicate
that power has been applied. When the Power Switch is not in the "ON" position,
neither of the Function LEDs will illuminate.
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