KV2 Audio SDD3 User Manual

Summary of SDD3

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    The future of sound. Made perfectly clear. At kv2 audio our vision is to constantly develop technologies that eliminate distortion and loss of information providing a true dynamic representation of the source. Our aim is to create audio products that absorb you, place you within the performance and ...

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    Contents introduction how to use this manual 4 icons used 4 important safety instructions 4 introducing the sdd3 5 getting started unpacking 6 rack mounting 6 ac power requirements 6 voltage requirements 6 connector wiring 6 features front panel 7 rear panel 9 using the system delay for additional p...

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    Note ! Caution c ! 14. Unplug sdd3 during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 15. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the sdd3 has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug has been damaged; liquid has been sp...

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    Introducing the sdd3 the sdd3 is a 2 channel full range stereo audio delay line, with one dedicated channel subwoo- fer delay line. Full range channels are specifically for delaying audio signals for main pa systems or side fills, with a maximum delay time of 393,216ms (approx 134m / 442ft). Each ch...

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    Unpacking unpack the sdd3 and check to see if there is any damage to it. If you find any damage notify your supplier immediately. Only the consignee may institute a claim with the carrier for any damage incurred during shipping. Be sure to save the carton and all packaging materials for the carrier’...

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    Channel a and b adc sensitivity for optimal analog to digital converter driving, the full range channels (a and b) are equipped with adc sensitivity control which increases input level and reduces output level at the same time, so the level pass in the sdd3 does not change when adjustings the adc se...

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    Display indicates the input levels for each channel separately. Shows the set delays and allows settings of various functions in the menu function / exit button allows the operator to toggle between three main screeens - levels, delay, menu. When you are inside the menu, the button serves as exit. C...

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    Power connection plug power connector for connection to a standard iec 3-pole ac connector. Before connecting make sure that the mains voltage corresponds to the sdd3's voltage requirements as stated on the unit. Features rear panel page

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    Delay for additional pa / fill-in delay, with mono cardioid subwoofers in center the main pa works directly, without delay. The left and right channel of the secondary, or side-fill pa works through the full range channels of the sdd3, (channel a and b) for proper time alingment with the main pa. Su...

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    Using the system page

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    Digital part description the sdd3 has three main display screens for setup and input levels indication. Main screens are: level - for input levels indications, delay for delay setup and menu for attributes settings. For switching between these screens use func/exit button. Sdd3 setup page

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    Sdd3 setup menu units mode delay mode delay can be set in time (miliseconds) or in distance (meters or feets depending on units setup). When switching between time and distance, the delay time is kept and recalculated to each other. The delay distance depends on the ambient temperature. Units it is ...

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    Subwoofer mode for cardioid setup, you can calculate and set the delay for each subwoofer manually, or you can use cardioid setup in the sdd3 menu. For manual - idependent sub outputs setup, use the normal mode. For cardioid setup use the cardioid mode. When cardioid mode is selected, the subwoofer ...

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    Memory new memory sdd3 is equipped with a dynamic memory list with up to 30 memory positions. New memory can be created when pressing enter at new in the memory list. When a new memory is created, it is marked with a position number from 1 to 30 whilst the memory function select is switched to the r...

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    Display the sdd3 is equipped with a high-contrast organic - led display. Contrast the contrast of the display can be set in the range from 10% to 100% for comfortable use, depending on ambient lighting. Autodim to ensure long life of the display, the display auto- matically reduce s the contrast whe...

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    Block diagram page

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    Dimensions page

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    Warranty, service warranty your sdd3 is covered against defects in material and workmanship. Refer to your supplier for more details. Service in the unlikely event that your sdd3 develops a problem, it must be returned to an authorised distributor, service centre or shipped directly to our factory. ...

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    The future of sound. Made perfectly clear. Kv2 audio, nádražní 936, 399 01 milevsko, czech republic tel. +44(0)1423 816868 www.Kv2audio.Com kvv120093-00-01-0 at kv2 audio our vision is to constantly develop technologies that eliminate distortion and loss of information providing a true dynamic repre...