Congratulations on your purchase of the BBE DI-
100x Active Direct Box featuring the renowned
Sonic Maximizer ™ Processor!
With the introduction of the DI-100x, we are now
able to offer our Sonic Maximizer™ technology in
an extremely high quality and ruggedly built DI.
This manual will be your guide to understanding
the full functionality of the DI-100x.
DI-100X FEATURES
Full Function BBE Sonic Maximizer™
15dB Pad Switch
Ground lift switch
Balanced transformerless XLR Output
Impedance-balanced 1/4” Tip-Sleeve Output
1/4” Tip-Sleeve input and thru-put
Mil-spec circuit boards
Extra thick, extra wide circuit board traces for
unequaled electron flow
1% metal film resistors throughout
Solid 1/8” thick aluminum extrusion housing.
Lightweight and extremely rugged
Made with pride in the USA
IMPORTANT
Before you begin, please check the contents within this
box to insure that included are:
1.The BBE DI-100x Active Direct Box with built-in
Sonic Mazimizer™.
2.The BBE DI-100x User’s Manual.
3.9VDC External Power Supply.
If any of these items are found to be damaged or
missing, immediately contact the BBE dealer from
whom the unit was purchased.
This manual will help you to effectively utilize the BBE
DI-100x. Reviewing the information contained in this
manual will answer most of the common questions that
our servi ce departmen t receives. If you still hav e
questions, please feel free to call 800-233-8346.
CONTENTS
Product Features …………………………………………………3
BBE Process Explained …………………………………………4
Front Panel …………………………………………………………5
Rear Panel …………………………………………………………6
Instrument Application …………………………………………7
Line Level Application …………………………………………8
Service and Maintenance ………………………………………9
Warranty …………………………………………………………10
Specifications ……………………………………………………11
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