T8200

TUBE OPTMZER
1. Read these i nstructi ons before operati ng thi s
apparatus.
2. Keep these instructions for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings to ensure safe operation.
4. Follow all instructions provided in this document.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water or in locations
where condensation may occur.
6. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not use aerosol or liquid
cleaners. Unplug this apparatus before cleaning.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. nstall
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. f
the provided plug does not ft into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specifed by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specifed by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when movi ng the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-
over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lighting
storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualifed service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTON: TO REDUCE THE RSK OF ELECTRC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVCEABLE PARTS NSDE
REFER SERVCNG TO QUALFED PERSONNEL
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the
product's enclosure that may be of suffcient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is in-
tended to alert the user to the presence of important operat-
ing and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fre or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specifed may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects flled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus. The MANS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
Warning: the user shall not place this apparatus in the confned area during the operation so that the mains switch
can be easily accessible.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Phonic reserves the right to improve or alter any information supplied within this document without prior notice.
V1.2 06/05. 2008
T8200
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Variable tube effect for fne ad justment on
sound quality or timbre
Variable crossover for user-de fned frequency
bands
ndependent compression con trols for low and
high bands
Automatic optimization of com pression at tack
and release
Relay controlled bypass
Channel-link function
Balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS input and output
VU meters for input, output, and gain reduction
Operating levels of +4 dBu and -10 dBV
independently selectable for input and out put
FEATURES
INITIAL SETUP
The following is a recommended initial setup for your
T8200 TUBE OPTMZER.
For both Channels 1 and 2:
1 Make sure the PROCESSOR switch is set to the
N position.
2 Set the NPUT LEVEL and OUTPUT LEVEL
control knobs to 0 dB.
3 Set the TUBE TMBRE control knob to COLD.
INTRODUCTION
PHONC T8200 TUBE OPTMZER is a new gen-
eration two-channel audio compressor, featuring dual
band controls with variable crossover frequency. Each
band has its own independent controls for com pression
threshold, ratio, and attack time. The VU meters pro vide
instantaneous display of the input/output level and the
gain reduction level. A bypass switch in each channel
allows quick comparison be tween the pre- and post-
processed signal content. The LNK option allows
simultaneous control of both channels.
The dynamic controls on T8200 effectively elim inate
the excessive level of the signals from mi crophones or
other sources in a studio recording session or during
a live event, making it an in dispensable tool for any
professional audio en gineer.
10 LOW AVERAGE switch
This switch determines the compressors average
attack time for the low band, SLOW or FAST.
11 LOW LEVEL controI
This knob controls low bands level. The range of
control is from -12 to +12 dB.
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DIMENSIONS
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SPECIFICATIONS
Inputs
Connectors XLR and 1/4" TRS
Type RF fltered, servo-balanced input
mpedance 50k ohms balanced, 10k ohms unbalanced
Nominal Operating Level -10 dBV and +4 dBu
Maximum nput Level +21 dBu
CMRR 60 dB @ 1 kHz
Outputs
Connectors XLR and 1/4" TRS
Type Electronically servo-balanced output stage
mpedance 60 ohms balanced, 30 ohms unbalanced
Maximum Output Level +21 dBu, +20 dBm balanced and unbalanced
Nominal Operating Level -10 dBV and +4 dBu
System Specications
Bandwidth 18 Hz to 30 kHz, +/- 2 dB
Noise > -90 dB
THD 0.1% @ 0 dB, 1 kHz
Crosstalk < -85 dB, 22 Hz to 22 kHz
Warmth From 100% direct to 100% tube sound
Meters & Indicators Per channel: Clip LED
Per band: nput/Output VU Meter, Reduction VU Meter
ControIs Per channel: nput Level, Output Level, Tube Timbre,
Variable Crossover
Per band: Threshold Level, Comp. Ratio, Output Level
Switches Channel Link
Per channel: Meter Mode, Bypass, nput ntensity, Output
ntensity
Per band: Attack Time, Output Level
Power SuppIy
Power Consumption 30 watts maximum
Power Connector Standard EC connector
Operating Voltages 100-120V AC 60Hz, 220-240V AC 50Hz
Fuse 100-120V AC: T 1 Ah; 200~240V AC: T 500 mAh
PhysicaI
Dimension (WxHxD) 483 x 88 x 286 mm (19 x 3.5 x 11.25 in.)
Weight 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs.)
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