ULTRA-CURVE PRO DSP8024
1. INTRODUCTION
The BEHRINGER ULTRA-CURVE PRO is a fully digital sound processing device based on DSPs and 24-bit A/D and D/A converters. The high-speed DSPs are capable of performing any process in fractions of a second, the only element governing their performance being the software. The enormous flexibility available means that the ULTRA-CURVE PRO has a range of features greatly exceeding those found in a conventional analog graphic equalizer—at a price previously unimaginable.
The BEHRINGER ULTRA-CURVE PRO has two channels which can be used independently or coupled via software.
+The following operational manual will introduce you to the ULTRA-CURVE PRO and its various functions. After reading the manual carefully, make sure it is always on hand for future reference.
1.1 The design concept
The philosophy behind BEHRINGER products guarantees a no-compromise circuit design and employs the best choice of components. Top-quality 24-bit AD/DA converters which belong to the best components available owing to its outstanding specifications and excellent sonic characteristics. Two 24-bit DSPs are used as the heart of the ULTRA-CURVE PRO. These perform the precise calculations needed for the processing of the complex algorithms. Additionally, the ULTRA-CURVE PRO uses high quality resistors and capacitors with very tight tolerances, high-grade switches, ultra low-noise operational amplifiers as well other selected components.
The ULTRA-CURVE PRO DSP8024 uses SMD technology (Surface Mounted Device). These subminiature components known from aerospace technology allow for an extreme packing density, plus the unit's reliability could be improved. Additionally, the unit is manufactured in compliance with the ISO9000 certified management system.
Fail-safe relays have been incorporated into the design of the BEHRINGER ULTRA-CURVE PRO, which automatically and silently bypass the unit in the event of power supply disconnection or failure. These relays are also active at switch-on to isolate the ULTRA-CURVE PRO until the power rails have settled, thus preventing the possibility of a potentially damaging switch-on thump.
1.2 Before you begin
Your BEHRINGER ULTRA-CURVE PRO was carefully packed in the factory and the packaging was designed to protect the unit from rough handling. Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the packaging and its contents for any signs of physical damage, which may have occurred in transit.
+If the unit is damaged, please do not return it to us, but notify your dealer and the shipping company immediately, otherwise claims for damage or replacement may not be granted. Shipping claims must be made by the consignee.
The BEHRINGER ULTRA-CURVE PRO fits into two standard 19" rack unit of space (2 U). Please allow at least an additional 4" depth for the connectors on the back panel.
Be sure that there is enough space around the unit for cooling and please do not place the ULTRA-CURVE PRO on high temperature devices such as power amplifiers etc. to avoid overheating.
+Before you connect your ULTRA-CURVE PRO to the mains, please make sure that your local voltage matches the voltage required by the unit!
The mains connection of the ULTRA-CURVE PRO is made by using a mains cable and a standard IEC receptacle. It meets all of the international safety certification requirements.
+Please make sure that all units have a proper ground connection. For your own safety, never remove or disable the ground conductor of the unit or of the AC power cable.
As standard, the BEHRINGER ULTRA-CURVE PRO is installed with electronically servo-balanced inputs and outputs. The circuit design features automatic hum rejection for balanced signals, permitting trouble-free operation even at the highest operating levels. Externally induced power-line hum, etc. is thus suppressed effectively.
