elysia nvelope 500 Manuel utilisateur
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nvelope
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Welcome to the world of impulse shaping!
The nvelope is capable of making subtle or drastic changes to a sound by
providing control over its attack and sustain characteristics. This is very
useful for reshaping individual tones, and is a wonderful tool in any mix-
ing situation as well.
The nvelope operates independently of the specic level of a signal, and
(unlike with compressors you do not have to spend a lot of time trying
to balance a set of complex controls to quickly get the results you seek.
With its unique Dual Band mode, the nvelope gives you enhanced con-
trol over processing, and can easily handle complex program material. Its
dynamics sections can also be bypassed, allowing it to function as a ex-
ible high/low shelf EQ.
We’re sure you’ll be happy to know the nvelope oers true dual mono or
linked stereo operation whether you are using it in Full Range, Dual Band
or EQ mode.
Index
Controls.............................................................4
Connectors..........................................................6
TheMagic...........................................................8
FullRangeMode.....................................................9
DualBandMode....................................................10
EQMode ...........................................................11
MixedMode........................................................12
RecallSheet ........................................................13
TechnicalDetails....................................................14
CEConformity......................................................14
WarrantyInfo.......................................................15
LegalInfo...........................................................16
DeutschesHandbuch ...........................................17
ManuelFrançais.................................................32
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Compatibility
The nvelope 500 module requires installation into an API 500 series com-
patible rack frame (not included . It needs the power supply and the au-
dio connectors provided by this frame, and cannot be used for its in-
tended purpose by itself.
The current consumption is 200 milliamperes (100 mA per slot at +/- 16
volts DC. This is actually more than some other 500 series modules con-
sume as a result of the discrete class-A design of the nvelope 500’s audio
path.
Most API 500 compatible racks meet this requirement without problems,
but there might be a limit on how many units can be installed in a single
rack. In case of doubt, please check with the manufacturer of your spe-
cic rack.
Installation
Just follow these easy steps to install the nvelope 500 module:
1. Switch your API 500 series compatible rack o and disconnect the
power cable from mains.
2. Insert the module into two free slots of your rack. Make sure both PCB
connectors match with the rack connectors.
3. Gently push the module in place – do not use any excessive force!
4. Tighten the front panel with four screws provided by your rack manu-
facturer.
5. Connect your XLR audio cables (see page 6 for more info and power
up your rack.
That should do it. Have lots of fun with your nvelope 500!
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Controls
Attack
•Full Range & Dual Band Mode:
Raises or reduces the attack of a signal
•EQ Mode:
Boosts or cuts the high frequency range
Frequency Attack (Freq A)
•Full Range Mode:
Changes the response behavior for attack processing
•Dual Band Mode:
Sets the start frequency for attack processing
•EQ Mode:
Sets the frequency of the high shelf lter
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Sustain
•Full Range & Dual Band Mode:
Raises or reduces the sustain of a signal
•EQ Mode:
Boosts or cuts the low frequency range
Frequency Sustain (Freq S)
•Full Range Mode:
No function in this mode
•Dual Band Mode:
Sets the end frequency for sustain processing
•EQ Mode:
Sets the frequency of the low shelf lter
On (Left/Right)
Activates a channel or switches to hardwire bypass
EQ Mode
Switches from envelope processing to EQ function
Full Range
Switches from Dual Band to Full Range operation
Stereo Link
Links both channels for processing stereo sources
(Left controllers and switches become master for both channels
Auto Gain
Reduces level peaks in Full Range mode
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IN 2 IN 1
IN 1
OUT 1
OUT 1
IN 2
OUT 2
OUT 2
Power
- 16 Volt+ 16 Volt
elysia GmbH | Am Panneschopp 18 | 41334 Nettetal | Germany
18V/1A C
Attention!
There may be 48V!
Please note that in stereo operation
both channels are always processed by
one single control voltage generated
from a mix of both signals. This means
you should only compress adequate
stereo material like sum signals in this
mode - dissimilar signals like a bass
drum in one channel and a synth pad in
the other will not give you the intended
‘dual mono’results.
Connectors (elysia qube)
Audio in uts
(XLR and ¼” hone jack)
Audio out uts
(XLR and ¼” hone jack)
Power switch
Mono o eration: Connect either input and output 1or 2- both will work
identically.
Stereo o eration: Connect both inputs and outputs 1and 2- the choice
which channel is left and which is right is up to you.
In uts (+4dBu)
XLR balanced: Pin 1: ground Pin 2: hot (+ Pin 3: cold (-
XLR unbalanced: Pin 1: ground Pin 2: hot (+ Pin 3: ground
Jack balanced: Sleeve: ground Ti : hot (+ Ring: cold (-
Jack unbalanced: Sleeve: ground Ti : hot (+ Ring: ground
Out uts (+4dBu)
XLR balanced: Pin 1: ground Pin 2: hot (+ Pin 3: ground
XLR unbalanced: Pin 1: ground Pin 2: hot (+ Pin 3: idle
Jack balanced: Sleeve: ground Ti : hot (+ Ring: ground
Jack unbalanced: Sleeve: ground Ti : hot (+ Ring: idle
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Precautions
WARNING: High Voltage
• Make sure to operate your API 500 series compatible rack at the specic
mains voltage of your country.
• Replace rack frame fuse with the same type and value only.
• Your rack frame must be connected to ground.
• Do not use a damaged power cord.
• Never place containers with liquid on the rack.
• Do not expose this device to rain or moisture.
• Do not use this device near water.
• Refer service to qualied service sta only.
CAUTION: Tem erature
• Surfaces of the device may become hot during operation.
• Do not install this device near any heat source such as radiators, stoves
or other heat sources.
CAUTION: Connecting & Mounting
•Never connect to the output of a power amplier.
• Do not apply extensive force when installing this device.
• Use the device according to this manual only.
CAUTION: Humidity
• If this device is moved from a cold place to a warm room, condensation
can occur inside the device. To avoid damaging the unit please allow it
to reach room temperature before switching it on.
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The Magic
The nvelope is a dynamics processor that can change the char-
acter of a sound by altering its impulse structure. It gives you
direct control over the envelope of a signal by shaping its attack
and sustain intensity.
More specically, a drum set (or individual drums can be made to sound
more aggressive and punchy by accenting the attack, or tones that are
already overly aggressive can easily be tamed.
Other useful applications would be on picked or slapped bass, edgy gui-
tar or any kind of piano recording. Generally speaking, the nvelope works
optimally on audio signals with a signicant/percussive attack structure.
As a balance to the attack shaping, the sustain parameters oer control
over room sound and space. An instrument or a reverb tail can sound
tighter by reducing its sustain, or can gain more depth/make a signal
sound longer by increasing it.
The nvelope is a great tool for shaping individual signals, but it can be an
indispensable resource in mixing situations as well, as it eortlessly helps
you to bring a sound to the front with more attack and less sustain… or
blends it gently into the background by reducing its attack and increas-
ing its sustain.
A unique feature of the nvelope is the enhanced tweakability oered in
Dual Band mode. Individual frequency controls for attack and sustain
yield excellent processing results without unwanted artifacts, even when
utilized on complex material like a summing bus.
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ull Range Mode
In Full Range mode, you can increase or reduce the attack and
sustain intensity of a signal quickly and eciently. Just turn the
two controllers to the right for more accent, or to the left for
more smoothing.
Like a compressor (and unlike in Dual Band mode , you can use the Freq
A controller to reduce the inuence of low frequencies on the attack pro-
cessing, so higher frequency = less bass inuence.
Should you notice clipping/distortion or big jumps in level caused by the
attack processing, please engage the Auto Gain switch for automatic
compensation.
Linked Full Range Unlinked Full Range
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Dual Band Mode
Dual Band mode functions basically the same as Full Range, but
it gives you more tweakability by assigning the attack and sus-
tain controls to individual frequency selectors.
The Freq A controller now sets the start frequency for attack processing,
while the Freq S controller determines the end frequency for sustain pro-
cessing. The function of the Attack and Sustain controllers remain the
same as in Full Range mode.
Note: Auto Gain is not oered in this mode as it is typically not needed in
dual band operation.
Linked Dual Band Unlinked Dual Band
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