ULTRA-CURVE PRO DSP8024

Version 1.2May 2000 www.behringer.comENGLISHULTRA-CURVE PRO DSP8024Tech. Specifications

ULTRA-CURVE PRODigital Stereo Mainframe powered by two 24-bit High-Speed Signal ProcessorsDSP8024s High-end Crystal 24-bit AD/DA converters for ultra-high dynamic range and resolutions Open-ended & “future-proof” architecture allows for future Software Upgradess Ultra-musical Dual 31-band Graphic Equalizer with “True Frequency Response” characteristicss Low / high / bell shelving tool with variable slope (3 to 30 dB)s Real Time Analyzer with peak hold, variable integration, cursor read-out and 10 user-memoriess Automatic Room Equalization using mic input and internal noise generators Additional 6 bands of fully Parametric Equalizer / Notch Filter with up to 1/60th octave bandwidths Integral fully automatic FEEDBACK DESTROYER with intelligent Signal Analyzer for ultra-fast feedbacksuppressions Integral digital “Brickwall” Limiter protects against any clipping and dangerous sound pressure levelss Integral digital Noise Gate with BEHRINGER's unique IRC (Interactive Ratio Control)s Integral Delay with up to 2.5 seconds delay time selectable in milliseconds, meter and feets Ultra-accurate Level Peak Meter with Peak Hold and selectable Reference Levels ( 4 dBu / -10 dBV /Dig Max)s Full MIDI parameter and snapshot control for realtime editings Free EQ-Design software allows for total remote control via PC (download at www.behringer.com)s 100 User-Memories can be stored under any alphabetic name. Memory backed by a long-life batterys Security Key Password can be installed for user selective RTA and EQ memory protection and unattendeduses EQ and Analyzer curves may be copied, compared, added or subtracted for extreme flexibilitys Crossfade feature to fade between two settings and Stereo Link facility to synchronize both channelss 24-bit AES/EBU Interface for digital inputs and outputs at 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz (optional)s Large High-Resolution LCD Graphic Display with high-contrast LED-backlights Servo-balanced Inputs and Outputs on gold-plated XLR and jack connectors for high signal integritys Relay-controlled hard-bypass with an auto-bypass function during power failure (fail-safe relay)s High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life and durabilitys Internal power supply design for professional applicationss Manufactured under ISO9000 certified management system2

SPECIFICATIONSAnalog Audio InputsConnectorsXLR- and 1/4" jackTypeservo-balanced Input with RF rejectionImpedance50 kOhm balanced, 25 kOhm unbalancedMax. Input Level 21 dBu balanced and unbalancedCMRRtyp. 40 dB, 55 dB @ 1 kHzAnalog Audio OutputsConnectorsXLR- and 1/4" jackTypeDC-decoupled, servo-balanced output stageImpedance60 Ohm balanced, 30 Ohm unbalancedMax. Output Level 16 dBu balanced and unbalancedSystemBandwidth20 Hz to 20 kHz ( 0/-0.5 dB)Signal to Noise Ratio103 dB unweighted, 22 Hz to 22 kHzTHD N0.004 % @ 1 kHz / 4 dBuCrosstalk -103dB, 22 Hz to 22 kHzBypassTyperelay-controlled bypassReference Microphone InputTypeservo-balanced InputImpedance2 kOhmsNominal Operating Level-60 dBu to 0 dBuMax Input Level 1 dBuPhantom Power 15 VDigital Audio Input (Option)TypeAES / EBU transformer-balancedImpedance10 kOhms balancedNominal Input Level3 - 10 V peak to peakDigital Audio Output (Option)TypeAES / EBU transformer-balancedImpedance100 Ohms balancedOutput Level5 V peak to peakMIDI InterfaceType5-Pin DIN-socket In / Out / ThruImplementationRefer to MIDI Implementation ChartDigital ProcessingConverters24-bit Sigma-DeltaSampling Rate48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHzGraphic Equalizer (GEQ)TypeDigital 1/3 octave EqualizerFrequency Range31 filters on ISO center frequencies, from 20 Hz to 20 kHzBandwidthAUTO-Q, variable, gain dependentBoost / Attenuationvariable from 16 to -16 dB in steps of 0.5 dB (true response)Parametric Equalizer (PEQ)Type3 independent filters per channelFrequency range20 Hz to 20 kHz, adjustable in steps of 1/60 octaveBandwidth1/60 to 2 octaves, adjustable in steps of 1/60 octaveGainvariable from 16 to -48 dB in steps of 0.5 dBFEEDBACK DESTROYER (FB D)TypeDSP-controlled Digital Signal AnalysisFilter3 independent, digital Notch Filters per channel, user selectable as fixed ordynamic filters for automatic Feedback SuppressionFrequency Range20 Hz - 20 kHz, adjustable in steps of 1/60 octaveBandwidth2/60 to 12/60 octaves, depending on the characteristic of the feedbackAttenuationup to -48 dB, depending on the gain of the feedback3

Time required toeliminate feedbackDigital DelayTypeMaximum Delay TimeMinimum resolutionDelay unitLevel MeterTypeAttack / Decay (RMS)Attack (Peak)Decay (Peak)Noise GateTypeThresholdAttack / ReleaseLimiterTypeThresholdReleaseReal Time Analyzer (RTA)TypeFrequency RangeDetectorsDecaySine Wave GeneratorNoise GeneratorDisplayTypeBacklightContrastMemoryEQ ProgramsRTA MeasurementsPassword ProtectionPower SupplyOperating voltagePower consumptionFuse ratingMains ConnectionBatteryBattery LifePhysicalDimensions (H * W * D)Net weightShipping weight0.6 sec, typical at 1 kHzdigital Stereo Delay2.5 sec, independently adjustable for each channel0.1 msecseconds, metres or feetdigital Level Meter with simultaneous graphical display of Peak and RMSvalues50 msec / 20 dB0.1 msec1 sec / 20 dBdigital IRC (Interactive Ratio Control)variable from -44 to -96 dB in steps of 1 dBProcessor controlled, program dependentdigital IGC (Interactive Gain Control)variable from 0 to -36 dB in steps of 1 dB500 to 5000 in steps of 250 msdigital 1/3 octave Analyzer31 filters on ISO center frequencies, from 20 Hz to 20 kHzpeak or R.M.S.variable 1 sec, 250 msec, 65 msec or15 msec (per 20 dB)frequency adjustable from 20 Hz to 20 kHz in steps of 1/60 octavegain adjustable from 0 to -48 dB in steps of 0.5 dBwhite or pink characteristicgain adjustable from 0 to -48 dB in steps of 0.5 dB240 x 64 dot matrix, Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)LED Arrayadjustable100 memory locations, capable of storing all relevant settings for GEQ, PEQ,FB-D, and DELAY in addition to a program name with 12 characters10 memory locations2 levels, memory protect or security lock, both protected with analphanumerical 12 digit passwordUSA/Canada120 V , 60 HzU.K./Australia240 V , 50 HzEurope230 V , 50 HzGeneral export modell100 - 120 V , 200 - 240 V , 50 - 60 Hzmax. 30 W100 - 120 V : T 630 mA H200 - 240 V : T 315 mA HStandard IEC receptacleLithium CR 2032, 3 V, 180 mAh3 years, typicalapp. 3 1/2" (89 mm) * 19" (482.6 mm) *12" (304.8 mm)app. 4.8 kgapp. 6.0 kgBEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from timeto time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.4

The information contained in this sheet is subject to change without notice. No part of this sheet may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording of any kind, for any purpose,without the express written permission of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH.BEHRINGER, FEEDBACK DESTROYER and ULTRA-CURVE are registered trademarks. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 2000 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH.BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich-Münchheide II, GermanyTel. 49 (0) 21 54 / 92 06-0, Fax 49 (0) 21 54 / 92 06-305

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