User manual PEAVEY CEL 2

[. . . ] The compressor has attack and release controls in addition to threshold and ratio controls for complete versatility. Any level lost due to compression can be made up by the output level control. The limiter is an infinite ratio compressor that keeps the output from exceeding a level set by its threshold control and has only one adjustment. It is totally independent of the compressor's settings and can be used to stop peaks from getting through when only mild compression (low ratio) is desired. [. . . ] (11) EXTERNAL SIDE CHAIN ENABLE: The side chain is actually an alternate loop inserted into the detector path. If there is nothing plugged into the side chain jack at the back of the unit, it connects the opposite channel's signal to the detector and uses it for control, making this channel reduce amplitude (or duck) when a signal is present on the other channel. The 1/4" jacks are connected together and the XLR jacks are connected together. (13) STEREO LINK: If the compressor is to be used with stereo signals, the link switch should be pressed. It sums the RMS detector voltages together for an accurate representation of the two levels, and locks the channels together to maintain the stereo image during compression. When the link switch is pressed, all of channel A's controls except the output level affect both channels. as a reminder of this , the gain reduction meter for channel B is disconnected. The gain reduction meter for channel A is accurate for both channels and should be used to monitor VCA activity. When the stereo link is enabled the LED will illuminate (14) POWER SWITCH: Power is applied when this switch is pressed. As with all devices, the power to external devices should be applied first, then the mixer and finally the power amp to minimize turn on transients. (15) POWER LED Indicates that AC mains power is connected and power switch is in the on position. If this jack is used, the input/output TRS jack (#18) becomes an input only (tip) jack. (18) DETECTOR SIDE CHAIN INSERT: 1/4" stereo (TRS) jack which allows an external device (such as a graphic EQ) to be inserted into the detector's signal path. A switch in the jack normally connects the return (ring) to the other channel's send (tip) until a plug is inserted. (19) INPUT/OUTPUT: A dual function 1/4" TRS jack that has both input and output signals configured so that a standard (not cross wired) stereo shielded cable can be used to plug into the TRS insert of a mixer. (The tip is the compressor input , the ring is the output , which match the insert jack wiring of all current Peavey mixers. ) If the unbalanced output jack (#17) is used, the ring connection (output) of this jack is disconnected, and it becomes an input only jack (tip). (21) A/C POWER INLET: This is the receptacle for an IEC line cord, which provides AC power to the CELTM 2. Damage to the equipment may result if improper line voltage is used (see line voltage marking on unit). NOTE: FOR UK ONLY As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: (1) The wire which is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal which is marked by the letter E or by the earth symbol or colored green or green and yellow. (2) The wire which is colored blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or the color black. (3) The wire which is colored brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or color red. [. . . ] Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack, rear support should be provided. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss. [. . . ]