Klark Teknik DN540 Manual Do Utilizador

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The DN540 is a dynamics processor that utilises premium quality, high precision 
components to achieve a high degree of accuracy and control.  The DN540 has been 
designed primarily for creative use as front of house (FOH) or monitor.  However, it is 
just as effective when used in the studio while broadcasting or recording.  The DN540 
processors offer, in a compact unit, control over the dynamic range for creative and 
corrective purposes.

The compressor has the following two modes of operation, which are selectable via the 
AUTO pushbutton.  

• Manual mode (AUTO off)   Linear type of compression, where the attack and 

release time constants can be adjusted manually (via the ATTACK and RELEASE 
control knobs).  This provides a more advanced style of compressor operation, 
typically to produce creative effects.

• Auto mode (AUTO on)   RMS type of compression, where the attack and release 

envelope time constants are adjusted automatically, taking into account threshold 
and ratio settings relative to signal levels and transients.

Both of the compressor modes operate in either soft knee or hard knee.

With the AUTO and HARD pushbuttons 
switched off, the compressor is peak sensing 
with manually adjustable attack and release 
envelope characteristics.  The soft knee affects 
the attack shape, which noticeably slows the 
onset of compression.  This can be particularly 
useful on drums to emphasise transients by 
giving them more punch, while retaining a good 
deal of artistic dynamic from the drummer.

The compressor normally sounds best on 
applications that require slower attack time settings.  If faster attacks are needed it is 
normally best to switch on the hard knee.