Alesis DEQ230D User Manual

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Introduction
 
 
 
How to Use This Manual 
 
This manual is divided into the following sections describing the 
various functions of  and applications for the DEQ230. While it's a 
good idea to read through the entire manual once carefully, those 
having general knowledge about audio equipment should use the 
table of  contents to look up specific functions. 
 
Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide. If  you're already familiar with 
equalization, this will get you started using the DEQ230 right away. 
It's a short guide to the essential elements of  hooking it up and 
using it for the first time. 
 
 
Chapter 2: Connections. This section gives detailed instructions for 
connecting the DEQ230 to a variety of  typical audio systems. 
 
Chapter 3: Basics of  Equalization. This section explains what an 
equalizer does and explains the function of  each of  the controls. 
 
Chapter 4: Applications. Skip to this section for tips on using the 
DEQ230 in a variety of  settings. 
 
Chapter 5: Program Charts. Here you will find the names for all 60 
Factory Programs, with a brief  description of  each and a small 
graphic representation of  the front panel settings. 
 
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting. Near the end of  the manual
 
you will find 
troubleshooting tips and a complete list of  the DEQ230’s 
specifications.
Helpful tips and advice are 
highlighted in a shaded box 
like this. 
When something important 
appears in the manual, an 
exclamation mark (like the 
one shown at left) will appear 
with some explanatory text. 
This symbol indicates that 
this information is vital when 
operating the DEQ230. 
The names of specific buttons 
on the DEQ230 are printed in 
a bold font and bracketed: 
i.e., the [BYPASS] button.