Dolby Laboratories 430 operating instructions Specifications

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DOLBY NOISE REDUCTION

430SPECIFICATIONS

Dolby noise reduction is a family of signal processes that reduce the noise inherent in analog recording media, without affecting the sound being recorded. While they differ in perfor- mance and details of operation, all Dolby NR systems are complementary processes that first encode the music when it is recorded, then decode it when it is played back. They also treat soft signals separately from loud ones, and vary the NR action with frequency to avoid the side effects typical of other systems.

Dolby A-type noise reduction, intro- duced in 1965, was originally intended for use by professional recording studios to make quieter master tape recordings. In the early 1970s its use was extended to film studios and motion picture release prints to make films sound better.

Dolby SR (spectral recording), intro- duced in 1986, was designed not only to provide more noise reduction than A-type, but also to enable analog master recordings that equal or surpass 16-bit digital recordings with respect to overall dynamic range. Today, analog with Dolby SR is still a preferred format for some musicians, producers, and record- ing and mastering facilities, and is the standard format for the analog sound- tracks of virtually all feature films.

Signal Processing

Independent low- and high-frequency stages with maximum noise suppression of approximately 16 and 18 dB, respectively

Signal Connection

3-pin XLR connectors for audio; 34-way ribbon connector links processing module frames to power supply/control unit; one 15-way D-connector con- nects remote controls for all channels

Operating Controls

Operating controls for each channel of processing are mounted on Cat. No. 429 Remote Control module

Level: rotary control varies signal level in processing circuitry over a ±6 dB range without changing overall gain of unit

In/out: push-button with LED indicator switches processing in and out of circuit

HF & LF: fader controls set attenuation of unwanted low-level signals

Signal Levels

Nominal input and output level +4 dBr1

Input Circuits

Electronically balanced, 20 kinput impedance, substantially resistive; common mode rejection better than 55 dB, 50 Hz to 10 kHz; maximum input level +27 dBr balanced, +21 dBr unbalanced

Output Circuits

Electronically balanced, approximately 20output impedance; output balance better than 1 dB into a symmetrical 600load; output float2 better than –40 dB, 50 Hz to 1 kHz; maximum signal level into 600or greater: +26 dBr balanced, +20 dBr unbalanced; either leg of the output can be grounded for unbalanced operation with no change in level

Frequency Response

±1 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz with LF and HF controls set to 0

Crosstalk

Channel to channel within a single frame: better than –94 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz

Power Line Input

User-selected voltage ranges (50–60 Hz, single- phase); nominally 100 V (85–110 V), 110 V (102–132 V), 220 V (187–242 V),

240 V (204–264 V)

Size

Processor and power supply/control units: 44 483

mm(standard 1.75 19 inches rack mounting ); maximum projection behind mounting surface:

330 mm (13 inches) including connectors; remote control panels: 150 mm x 39.5 mm (5.91 1.56 inches ); maximum projection behind control surface: 100 mm (3.94 inches) including connec- tors; may be console-mounted, mounting holes on 142.9 mm (5.63 inches) centers.

Weight

Model Weights (including remotes): 430-S1, 8 kg (17.5 lb); 430-S2, 9 kg (19.6 lb); 430-S3, 12.9 kg (28.3 lb); 430-S4, 14 kg (30.6 lb); 430-S5,

17.8 kg (39.2 lb); 430-S6, 18.8 kg (41.4 lb)

Accessories

430SU1: single-channel upgrade package with one channel module, one remote control and rack mounting frame with blanking plate.

430SU2: two-channel upgrade package with two channel modules, two remote controls and rack mounting frame.

430SK1: single-channel upgrade package with one processing module and one remote control only (no frame included).

Cat. No. 428: remote housing for up to three Cat. No. 429 remote controls.

Regulatory Notices

US: This unit is UL listed.

Europe: The 230 Volt unit complies with the requirements of Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.

Warranty

One-year limited, parts and labor

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: Equipment manufactured by Dolby Laboratories is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. There are no other express or implied warranties and no warranty of merchantability or fitness for a partic- ular purpose.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: It is understood and agreed that Dolby Laboratories’ liability whether in con- tract,in tort,under any warranty,in neg- ligence or otherwise shall not exceed the cost of repair or replacement of the defective components and under no cir- cumstances shall Dolby Laboratories be liable for incidental,special, direct, indi- rect or consequential damages (includ- ing but not limited to damage to soft- ware or recorded audio or visual mater- ial),or loss of use,revenue or profit even if Dolby Laboratories or its agents have been advised, orally or in writing, of the possibility of such damages.

10 dBr = 0.775 mV

2Output float is the level across a balanced load relative to an interfering signal injected at one end of the load

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. © 2000 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. S00/00000

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Contents Series Dolby Laboratories Incorporated Dolby Background Noise Suppressor Specifications Table of Contents Introduction Section Unit Configurations Model 430 SystemAccessories 430SK1 1 Channel Suppressor KITSection Operation ControlsConsole Signal Path Insertion Guide Practical OperationMain Section Installation Control unit and Suppressor FramesMain Console Mounting of Remotes Channel Number AssignmentPanel Cut-Out Templates for Cat. No Remotes Regulatory Notices Style PlugsImportant Safety Notice IEC NoticesSection Theory of Operation Dialog Section Cat. No Voltage Regulation/SmoothingA1 Plugging Precautions Appendix