Sony DPS-R7 User Manual

SONY
Digital
Reverberator
perating Instructions
DPS-R7

Sony DPS-R7 Specifications

General

Input Connectors	XLR, 1/4" TRS
Output Connectors	XLR, 1/4" TRS
Type	Digital Effects Processor
Sampling Rate	44.1kHz
Frequency Response	20Hz to 20kHz
Power Supply	AC 120V, 60Hz

Summary

Safety Warnings and Compliance

Electric Shock Prevention

Instructions to prevent electric shock, including not opening the cover.

FCC Compliance and Interference

Canadian Customer Safety Advice

General Operating and Installation Precautions

Safety During Operation and Maintenance

Guidance on safe operation, avoiding shock, and referring to qualified personnel.

Installation Environment Guidelines

Recommendations for proper installation to ensure airflow and prevent damage.

System Connection Guide

Effector Connection Setup

Diagram and steps for connecting the unit as an effector.

Recording Connection Setup

Diagram and steps for connecting the unit for recording.

Basic Operation Guide

Selecting Preset Effects

Step-by-step guide to selecting and listening to preset effects.

Signal Processing Block Overview

Overall Signal Flow Diagram

Visual representation of the signal processing path through the unit.

Block Functionality Details

Functionality of Each Processing Block

Describes the purpose and capabilities of Input, Pre-effect, Reverberation, Post-effect, and Output blocks.

Sequential Signal Flow

Diagram illustrating the order of signal processing stages.

Input Block Parameters

Input Block Signal Flow and Settings

Details the signal path and adjustable parameters within the Input block.

Pre-effect Block Functions

Side Chain Functionality Explained

Algorithm 1: Phase Shifter (PHS)

Phase Shifter Effect Description

Details the dual channel phase shifter effect and its parameters.

Algorithm 2: Flanger (FLG)

Flanger Effect Description

Describes the flanger effect, its sound characteristics, and parameters.

Algorithm 3: Stereo Equalizer (SEQ)

Stereo Equalizer Effect Parameters

Details the 3-band stereo equalizer and its adjustable parameters.

Algorithm 4: Stereo Exciter + Stereo EQ (SXE)

Stereo Exciter and EQ Effect Details

Describes the stereo exciter and 2-band equalizer effect and its parameters.

Algorithm 5: Monaural Exciter + Monaural EQ (MXE)

Monaural Exciter and EQ Effect Parameters

Details the monaural exciter and 4-band equalizer effect and its parameters.

Algorithm 6: Gate (GTE)

Gate Effect Operation and Parameters

Explains the dual channel gate function, its parameters, and gated reverberation.

Reverberation Block Functions

Reverberation Block Signal Types

Differentiates between ST-ST and MONO-ST signal processing types.

Reverberation Parameter Guidance

Core Reverberation Parameters

Explanation of parameters like Predelay, 2nd Predelay, Cross Predelay, Early Reflection, Rotate, Spread, and Size.

REVC Block Parameters

REVC Parameters for ST-ST Type

Lists parameters for the REVC sub-block with ST-ST algorithms.

REVC Parameters for MONO-ST Type

Lists parameters for the REVC sub-block with MONO-ST algorithms.

REVS Block: Hall Reverb (HLR)

Hall Reverb (HLR) Parameters

Details parameters for the Hall Reverb algorithm (ST-ST).

REVS Block: Room Reverb (RMR)

Room Reverb (RMR) Parameters

Details parameters for the Room Reverb algorithm (ST-ST).

REVS Block: Plate Reverb (PLR)

Plate Reverb (PLR) Parameters

Details parameters for the Plate Reverb algorithm (ST-ST).

REVS Block: Gate Reverb (GTR)

Gate Reverb (GTR) Parameters

Details parameters for the Gate Reverb algorithm (ST-ST).

REVS Block: Early Reflection (ERF)

Early Reflection (ERF) Parameters

Details parameters for the Early Reflection algorithm (ST-ST).

REV1/REV2 Blocks: Plate Reverb (PLR)

MONO-ST Plate Reverb (PLR) Parameters

Details parameters for the MONO-ST Plate Reverb algorithm.

REV1/REV2 Blocks: Gate Reverb (GTR)

MONO-ST Gate Reverb (GTR) Parameters

Details parameters for the MONO-ST Gate Reverb algorithm.

REV1/REV2 Blocks: Early Reflection (ERF)

MONO-ST Early Reflection (ERF) Parameters

Details parameters for the MONO-ST Early Reflection algorithm.

REV1/REV2 Blocks: Delay 1 (DL1)

MONO-ST Delay 1 (DL1) Parameters

Details parameters for the MONO-ST Delay 1 algorithm.

REV1/REV2 Blocks: Delay 2 (DL2)

MONO-ST Delay 2 (DL2) Parameters

Details parameters for the MONO-ST Delay 2 algorithm.

Post-effect Block Functions

Post-effect Phase Shifter (PHS)

Details parameters for the Phase Shifter effect in the post-effect block.

Post-effect Flanger (FLG)

Details parameters for the Flanger effect in the post-effect block.

Post-effect Stereo Equalizer (SEQ)

Post-effect Stereo EQ Parameters

Details parameters for the Stereo Equalizer in the post-effect block.

Post-effect Stereo Exciter + EQ (SXE)

Post-effect Stereo Exciter + EQ Parameters

Details parameters for the Stereo Exciter + EQ in the post-effect block.

Post-effect Monaural Exciter + EQ (MXE)

Post-effect Monaural Exciter + EQ Parameters

Details parameters for the Monaural Exciter + EQ in the post-effect block.

Post-effect Gate (GTE)

Post-effect Gate Parameters and Side Chain

Details parameters for the Gate effect, including side chain selection.

Post-effect Auto Panner (APN)

Auto Panner Effect Parameters and Meanings

Details parameters for the Auto Panner effect and their meanings.

Output Block Parameters

Output Block Signal Processing

Details parameters for panpot, level, and phase processing in the output block.

LCL. MIDI Block Functions

LCL. MIDI Real-time Control

Explains LCL. MIDI for real-time parameter changes via MIDI.

LCL. MIDI Application Examples

System Block Settings

System Block Operating Modes

Details settings for input mode, help, load options, units, clock, and protection.

Memory Block Operations

User Memory Management

Functions for comparing, protecting, moving, copying, deleting, and exchanging user memories.

SYS.MIDI Operating Mode

Specifies MIDI operating modes like MIDI on/off, channel, and dump transfers.

B.LOAD (Block Load) Function

Partial Block Loading Explained

Allows loading signal processing blocks from other memories.

Loading Stored Memories

Memory Load Mode Indicators

Editing Effects in Memory

Edit Mode Indication and Navigation

Editing Workflow and Options

Comparative Effect Listening

Allows comparing edited effects with original settings.

Editing Parameters Within a Block

Aborting Edits and Restoring Settings

Procedure to cancel changes and revert to previous settings.

Editing Parameters Across Different Blocks

Key Considerations for Sound Editing

Importance of Using Actual Sound

Emphasizes using actual audio input for realistic effect evaluation.

DRY and EFFECT Control Levels

Guidance on adjusting DRY and EFFECT controls for optimal sound.

Tempo Synchronization for Effects

Advice on aligning delay and effect times with musical tempo.

Utilizing Time Scaling for Editing

Explains how to use time scaling for efficient parameter adjustments.

Leveraging the Block Load Function

Describes using B.LOAD to examine sounds within specific blocks.

Saving Edited Effects

Save Mode Indications

Assigning User Memory Numbers

Procedure for assigning numbers to edited effects.

Naming Saved Memories

Steps for naming the saved effects, including character selection.

Finalizing Effect Saving

User Memory List Overview

Understanding Memory Protection

Explains how memory protection prevents accidental deletion.

Reverberation Block Editing Details

REVC (OFF) Parameter Classification

REVS (ST-ST) Parameter Classification

Hall Reverb (HLR) Parameter Classification

Room Reverb (RMR) Parameter Classification

Plate Reverb (PLR) Parameter Classification

Reverberation Block Editing Details (MONO-ST)

REV1/REV2 (MONO-ST) Parameter Classification

MONO-ST Plate Reverb (PLR) Classification

MONO-ST Gate Reverb (GTR) Classification

REVC (MONO-ST) Parameter Classification

MONO-ST Early Reflection (ERF) Classification

Delay and Pre-effect Block Editing

Delay 1 (DL1) Parameter Classification

Delay 2 (DL2) Parameter Classification

Pre-effect (OFF) Classification

Pre-effect Phase Shifter (PHS) Classification

Pre-effect Flanger (FLG) Classification

Pre-effect Stereo EQ (SEQ) Classification

Pre-effect Stereo Exciter+EQ (SXE) Classification

Pre-effect Monaural Exciter+EQ (MXE) Classification

Pre-effect Gate (GTE) Classification

Post-effect and System Block Editing Classification

Post-effect (OFF) Classification

Post-effect Phase Shifter (PHS) Classification

Post-effect Flanger (FLG) Classification

Post-effect Stereo EQ (SEQ) Classification

Post-effect Stereo Exciter+EQ (SXE) Classification

Post-effect Monaural Exciter+EQ (MXE) Classification

Post-effect Gate (GTE) Classification

Post-effect Auto Panner (APN) Classification

System Block Parameter Classification

B.LOAD (ST-ST) Classification

B.LOAD (MONO-ST) Classification

B.LOAD (OFF) Classification

Specifications and Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications of DPS-R7

Details input/output levels, frequency response, power, and dimensions.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Provides solutions for common problems like no sound or distorted sound.