Klark Teknik DN540 User Manual

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DN540Operator Manual xiContentsChapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Overview . . . . . . . . . .

ContentsDN540xii Operator ManualAuto mode with hard knee (exponential RMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Auto mode with soft knee (exponential RM

DN540Operator Manual 1Chapter 1: IntroductionThank you for purchasing a Klark Teknik DN540 Creative Quad Compressor. The DN540 is a user-friendly, hi

Chapter 1: IntroductionDN5402 Operator ManualThe presence control progressively reduces compression in the 5kHz region.Attenuation depth and input lev

FeaturesDN540Operator Manual 3FeaturesThe DN540 has the following features:• Great sounding compressor that provides good audio performance at extreme

Chapter 1: IntroductionDN5404 Operator Manual

DN540Operator Manual 5 Chapter 2: What Is A Compressor?The natural sounds of everyday life, which can be caused by anything from, say, the falling of

Chapter 2: What Is A Compressor?DN5406 Operator ManualThe level of a vocal may vary widely. As shown in the typical example in Figure 1 “Compression

Unwanted side effectsDN540Operator Manual 7Providing controls for threshold, attack, release and ratio, and providing responsive metering can go along

Chapter 2: What Is A Compressor?DN5408 Operator Manual

DN540Operator Manual 9 Chapter 3: Getting StartedObserving the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS at the front of the manual and the guidelines in "Pr

Chapter 3: Getting StartedDN54010 Operator ManualConnecting the power cableMaking sure that the mains power at the power outlet is off, connect the ma

Connecting the audio cablesDN540Operator Manual 11Sidechain inputsThe electronically balanced sidechain inputs are on stereo 1/4” TRS connectors. Ins

Chapter 3: Getting StartedDN54012 Operator ManualConnecting to unbalanced equipmentIdeally, you will be making the best use of the DN540’s low-noise h

DN540Operator Manual 13Chapter 4: Front PanelOverviewThe front panel of the DN540 has four main channel sections, each containing a number of control

Chapter 4: Front PanelDN54014 Operator ManualCompressor sectionEach compressor section houses six compressor parameter control knobs, a bypass switch

Switch sectionDN540Operator Manual 15Switch sectionThe switch section has four switches for: changing the compressor mode; switching the signal level

Chapter 4: Front PanelDN54016 Operator Manual

DN540Operator Manual 17 Chapter 5: Rear PanelThe rear panel of the DN540 (shown below) has a mains input section and four channel connector sections.N

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThe lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of

Chapter 5: Rear PanelDN54018 Operator Manual

DN540Operator Manual 19Chapter 6: Compressor Control FunctionsThis chapter explains the control functions of the DN540 compressor.AttackAttack is the

Chapter 6: Compressor Control FunctionsDN54020 Operator ManualRelease time plays a very important role in compression. During periods of high signal

ThresholdDN540Operator Manual 21ThresholdThe compression threshold is the point at which the compressor begins to operate. Signals that exceed this p

Chapter 6: Compressor Control FunctionsDN54022 Operator ManualSoft knee and hard kneeThe point where the slope of the compressor curve changes is know

DN540Operator Manual 23Chapter 7: Using The CompressorThe DN540 is a dynamics processor that utilises premium quality, high precision components to ac

Chapter 7: Using The CompressorDN54024 Operator ManualManual mode with hard knee (linear peak)With the HARD pushbutton switched on, the compressor is

Modes of operationDN540Operator Manual 25Figure 6: Compression - limiting signal level graphsIf a compression effect is required together with limitin

Chapter 7: Using The CompressorDN54026 Operator ManualSimple compression (auto mode)For many every day compression jobs an RMS compressor with automat

Stereo and multiple channel operation - linkingDN540Operator Manual 27Stereo and multiple channel operation - linkingUsing the intermediate LINK switc

INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTESLe symbole représentant un éclair fléché dans un triangle équilatéral a pour but d'alerter l'utilisateur

Chapter 7: Using The CompressorDN54028 Operator ManualWhen LINK is switched on, the compressor sidechains of the linked channels are combined by a tru

DN540Operator Manual 29Appendix A: Application NotesThe compressor of the DN540 can perform various compression styles for different applications.Drum

Application NotesDN54030 Operator Manualcompressor relaxes there is no gain reduction — but the upper frequency boost remains, increasing noise and ma

DN540Operator Manual 31Appendix B: Functional Block DiagramThe following page contains the signal flow diagram for the DN540.

Functional Block DiagramDN54032 Operator ManualLEVEL2-10-66812101ATTEN620123AUTOLINKMTR I/PHARDBYPASSATTACK0.1ms1ms6ms20ms:1RATIO5:12:11:1PRESENCEMINM

DN540Operator Manual 33Appendix C: Balanced/Unbalanced AudioBalancing refers to the type of input or output signal connections in an audio system. Th

Balanced/Unbalanced AudioDN54034 Operator Manual

DN540Operator Manual 35Appendix D: Technical SpecificationThis appendix contains the technical specifications specific to the DN540.Inputs FourTypeImp

Technical SpecificationDN54036 Operator ManualDue to a policy of continual improvement, Klark Teknik reserves the right to alter the function or speci

DN540Operator Manual 37Appendix E: Crib SheetThe following page contains a crib sheet, which you can photocopy (or print) if you want more copies.

EC-Declaration of Conformity Klark Teknik DOC04-DN540ECDOC Rev. C EC-Declaration of Conformity The undersigned, representing the following ma

Crib SheetDN54038 Operator ManualApplication:01THRESHOLDPRESENCEATTACKRELEASEBYPASSHARDMTR I/PEXTLEVELAUTO-20-50250dBGAIN60dBMIN18MAX12:1RATIO5:12:11:

DN540Operator Manual 39Appendix F: Service InformationThis appendix contains routine service and maintenance instructions.Routine maintenanceTo help k

Service InformationDN54040 Operator ManualEquipment disposalWhen this equipment has come to the end of its useful life, its disposal may come under th

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DN540Operator Manual viiPrecautionsBefore installing, setting up or operating this equipment please ensure that you have read and fully understand all

PrecautionsDN540viii Operator ManualInstallationBefore installing the equipment:• Power plugs must be inserted in socket outlets provided with protect

PrecautionsDN540Operator Manual ixSafety equipmentNever remove, for example, covers, housings or any other safety guards. Do not operate the equipmen