Alesis 7-51-0121-A manual Smashup Key Features

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Introduction

Smashup Key Features

•Digital emulation of six different kinds of analog compression

•Adjustable threshold, attack, release, and output level

•Look Ahead feature anticipates upcoming peaks for compression before they’re processed

•Sizzle feature keeps clarity and punch even with extreme compression settings

•Uniform, friendly, uncomplicated user interface—no fiddling with complicated menus or “hidden” knobs

•Stereo processing via four 1/4” unbalanced connectors

•ModLink port, a cable-free connection that transfers digital audio and word clock to other boxes in the ModFX family

•Footswitch connection to control the bypass function

•Ability to mount 3 ModFX boxes in the optional ModFX rack adapter

•Input trim control to adjust input level

•Internal 28-bit digital processing

•24-bit D/A and A/D conversion at 48kHz sampling rate for quiet, distortion-free effects

•External 9VAC power supply included

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Contents Reference Manual Page Table of Contents Table Of Contents Welcome IntroductionIntroduction Important features of your SmashupAbout the Smashup Smashup Key Features How to Use This Manual Please follow these precautions when using this product Safety Instructions/NoticesImportant Safety Instructions English Safety symbols used in this productImportant Safety Instructions FCC Compliance Statement CE Declaration Of ConformityInstructions de Sécurité Importantes French Symboles utilisés dans ce produitImportant Safety Instructions Lesen Sie bitte die folgende Sicherheitshinweise German Sicherheit Symbole verwendet in diesem ProduktImportant Safety Instructions This page intentionally left blank Hook it up to a synthesizer If youre new to signal ProcessingQuick Start Guide If you can’t wait to get startedQuick overview of the controls Quick Start GuideRear Panel Unpacking and Inspection Installing in a RackPower ConnectionsTurn up the trim Connecting audioConnections In-line connectionConnecting to the Channel Inserts of a mixing console Connecting to the inserts on an instrument amplifier Connecting to the Main Outputs of a mixing consoleAbout audio cables Connecting to equipment with XLR inputs and outputsDont use line transformers What about the input and output jacks on the slave units? Using the ModLinkWhat is a compressor? Using the SmashupWhat the controls do Using the SmashupAttack/Release times vary by Type How the Smashup goes beyond just compression About stereo compression Operational adviceSetting Levels Gain structureGraph of compression Description of ControlsThreshold Graph of input levelPumping Breathing AttackLook Ahead ReleaseOutput FAT mode and SizzleSizzle Transparent Type Select SwitchClassic OptoPump De-EssFat Bypass Using the Foot SwitchDe-Ess Sample SettingsThreshold and Output settings may need changing ClassicPump Sample SettingsFat OptoBlank TransparentBlank Settings Templates Troubleshooting Index TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Avoiding ground loop noise Keep Audio Wiring AS FAR Away from AC Wiring AS PossibleLine conditioners and spike protectors Cleaning Care and MaintenanceRefer all servicing to Alesis Customers in the USA and Canada Obtaining repair serviceCustomers outside the USA and Canada Mechanical SpecificationsAudio Input Audio OutputSpecifications Index Foot SWITCH, 16Alesis Limited Warranty Warranty / Contact AlesisAlesis Contact Information Warranty/Contact Information