Alesis DEQ830 manual Edit Time Out On/Off, Midi Channel ALL, Midi Program Change On/Off

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There are pros and cons to both ways of working. So, experiment with this feature and see which way works best for you.

To enable or disable the Release Edit Group feature from this

Utility mode page, just turn the [VALUE] encoder.

Edit Time Out (On/Off)

The Edit Time Out function serves as an “auto-exit” feature. When it is enabled, if you do not change the gain value of any band or Edit Group for 30 seconds, the DEQ830 will exit automatically to Program mode.

We have included this feature so the DEQ830 can mold itself as seamlessly as possible into your working style. If you prefer not to have the unit continue reminding you it is still in Edit mode by blinking its LEDs (vying for your attention, as it were, with the VU meters on your mixer), then Edit Time Out is a feature you will appreciate.

On the other hand, if you prefer to have the DEQ830 remain in Edit mode so you will not lose your chosen Edit Group when the unit returns to Program mode, you may want keep the Edit Time Out function off.

The default setting for this function is "Off"; to enable it turn the [VALUE] encoder.

MIDI Channel (ALL, 1-16)

The setting for this function determines which MIDI channel the DEQ830 will use to send and receive program changes. The ALL setting means program changes will be received regardless of which channel they are on. When ALL is selected, program changes will be sent only on channel 1.

Use the [VALUE] encoder to select the desired setting.

MIDI Program Change (On/Off)

This function determines whether the DEQ830 responds to MIDI Program Change messages. The default setting for the MIDI Program Change function is “On.” If you want the DEQ830 not to respond to program changes, use the [VALUE] encoder to change it to “Off.”

MIDI Out/Thru Select (Out/Thru)

Sometimes it is necessary to “daisy-chain” MIDI devices so the MIDI data from one unit will be passed through one or more other pieces of MIDI gear until it is able to reach the last unit in the chain. The DEQ830 will allow you to do that; just toggle this function’s setting from Out to Thru (displayed as “thr”).

The setting on this page will not affect whether or not the

DEQ830 will send its memory out the MIDI Out jack. When that

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Contents Reference Manual This page intentionally left blank Table Of Contents Chapter Four Applications Welcome IntroductionDEQ830 Key Features How to Use This Manual This page intentionally left blank Important Safety Instructions English Important Safety InstructionsSafety symbols used in this product Please follow these precautions when using this productPage Instructions de Sécurité Importantes French Symboles utilisés dans ce produitPage Lesen Sie bitte die folgende Sicherheitshinweise German Sicherheit Symbole verwendet in diesem ProduktPage FCC Compliance Statement CE Declaration of ConformityThis page intentionally left blank If you can’t wait to get started… Quick Start GuideHook it up to a mixer Try some equalization Play some signal into the unitStore the Program Save an EQ Curve DEQ830 Diagram Connections Installing in a RackUnpacking and Inspection Thermal Considerations in Rack MountingUsing the DEQ830 in another country AC Power HookupUnbalanced I/O Connecting Inputs and OutputsOperating Levels Balanced I/OMono connections Stereo connectionsConnecting to equipment with XLR inputs and outputs Connecting to the inserts on an instrument amplifierDigital Signal In, Analog Signal Out Analog Signal In, Digital Signal OutDigital Signal In, Digital Signal Out About Audio Cables This page intentionally left blank Basics of Equalization What is equalization?Description of the Front Panel Link Push to Link Bypass All ALLStore CompareValue Encoder Value ProgramNumerical LED Display Edit mode Program modeStore mode Save Curve modeBypass mode Retrieve Curve modeChannel Level mode Utility mode Link modeReal Time Analyzer mode Basic operation Edit mode Basic operation Program modeSingle Band Edit Band Gain Cut/Boost Ranges Band SoloLED Selecting an Edit Group Multiple Band EditRelative Gain display Proportional Gain MemoryBasics of Equalization Limits of Relative Gain Release Edit Group function Basic operation Save Curve mode Basic operation Store modeBasic operation Link mode Basic operation Channel Level modeCopying settings between channels Using the Value encoder in RTA mode Basic operation Real Time Analyzer modeMetering modes SettingMaster Level +/- 6 dB Basic operation Utility modeRelease Edit Group On/Off Midi Channel ALL Edit Time Out On/OffMidi Program Change On/Off Midi Out/Thru Select Out/ThruInternal Clock Sample Rate Select 44.1/48 Peak Mode 0, 1, 2, InfForce Analog Input Auto/Analog Fast Program Select On/OffReceiving System Exclusive bulk dumps Lock mode Demonstration modeHidden Modes Distortion Equalization ArtifactsNoise PhasingWhat makes the DEQ830 unique? Constant Q vs. Variable QConstant Q Variable QMulti-band application and results Basics of Equalization This page intentionally left blank General EQ tips ApplicationsRock Kick Drum Vocal AirEliminating Feedback Filtering effectsAnswering machine Comb filtering Settings chartApplications Care and Maintenance TroubleshootingCleaning Line Conditioners and ProtectorsTroubleshooting Index TroubleshootingRefer All Servicing to Alesis Obtaining Repair ServiceCustomers in the USA and Canada Customers outside the USA and CanadaThis page intentionally left blank Audio Performance SpecificationsMechanical This page intentionally left blank Alesis Limited Warranty Warranty / ContactAlesis Contact Information