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PRESONUS ACP88 User Manual

PRESONUS ACP88
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ACP88
Eight Channel
Compressor/Limiter/Gate
Users Manual
Version 1.2
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PRESONUS ACP88 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Impedance10 Ω
Frequency range10 - 50 Hz
Dynamic range (1kHz)115 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)95 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)0.02 %
Channels quantity8 channels
Dimensions (WxDxH)482.6 x 88.9 x 177.8 mm
Power requirements100V AC to 120V AC/200V AC to 240V AC
Connectivity technologyWired
6.35 mm (1⁄4-inch) input24
6.35 mm (1⁄4-inch) output8
Digital audio coaxial out0
Product colorBlue
ManualNo
Output gain-20 - 20 dB
Product typeCompressor, limiter & gate
Rack mountingYes
Gate attack time0.01 - 100 ms
Output impedance51 Ω
Gate release time0.02 - 2000 ms
Gate threshold range-70 - 20 dBu
Compression curve typeHard/soft knee compression
Compressor attack time0.02 - 200 ms
Gate attenuation range-15 - 60 dB
Compressor release time0.5 - 500 ms
Compressor threshold range-40 - 20 dBu
Rack capacity2U
AC input voltage100-240 V
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth431.8 mm
Width482.6 mm
Height88.9 mm
Weight5443 g

Summary

WARRANTY

PreSonus Limited Warranty

Details PreSonus's warranty policy for products sold in the U.S., covering defects in material and workmanship.

Limited Warranty Outside of The U.S.

Explains warranty terms for products purchased outside the United States, through authorized distributors.

OVERVIEW

Introduction

Welcomes the user and introduces the ACP-88 multi-channel dynamics processor, highlighting its design and value.

Features

Summarizes the key features of the ACP-88, including eight compressors/limiters and eight dynamic noise gates.

CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS

Front Panel Basic Layout

Describes the overall layout of the ACP-88's front panel, divided into eight identical signal processing sections.

Compressor Controls

Details the function of each control for the compressor section: Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Soft, and Auto.

Gate Controls

Explains the controls for the Gate section: Attack, Threshold, Release, and Range.

Gain

Describes the Gain control used to compensate for signal level loss due to compression.

Bypass & Link

Explains the Bypass function to remove processing and the Link function for stereo or subgroup linking.

Patch Panel (Back)

Details the rear panel connections, including inputs, outputs, gate sidechain, and compressor sidechain jacks.

Power

Covers power connection using an IEC cord and the power voltage selector switch on the unit.

BASIC SETUP & APPLICATIONS

Some Basic Patching

Illustrates common ways to connect the ACP-88 to mixers, recorders, and amplifiers for signal processing.

Basic Applications

Provides guidance and examples for using the compressor and gate for vocals, drums, and guitars.

TECHNICAL

Specifications

Lists the technical specifications of the ACP-88, including dynamic range, frequency response, and connector types.

Single Channel Block Diagram

Shows the internal signal flow and processing blocks for a single channel of the ACP-88 unit.

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