Crown Audio DBC Network Bridge - Manual (Page 67)

DBC Network Bridge
Operation Manual page 67
5.3.9 Output Limiter
Starting in the Output Path window, you can open the Output Limiter win-
dow (Figure 5.31) by clicking on its icon (shown above).
This function lets you monitor and control the peak output level. It is espe-
cially valuable for the protection of amplifiers, loudspeakers and other audio
equipment. The Output Limiter operates like a compressor with an infinite
compression ratio, preventing the output level from exceeding the specified
Threshold.
Four parameters control this feature:
1. On/Off
Turns this feature on or off.
2. Threshold
Used to set the peak signal level above which compression occurs. Control
range is from –80 to +20 dB in 0.5 dB steps.
3. Attack Time
Sets the time required for the Output Limiter to decrease its gain by 20 dB.
Control range is from 1 to 100 milliseconds in 1 millisecond steps.
4. Release Time
Determines how long it takes for the gain to return to normal when the level
drops below the Threshold. Control range is from 10 milliseconds to 10 sec-
onds in 10 millisecond steps.
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Figure 5.31 Output Limiter Window