dbx IEM User manual

8760 S. Sandy Pkwy.
Sandy, Utah 84070
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Int’l Fax [phone]
[email protected]
http://www.dbxpro.com
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Finally! There is now a digital signal processor that has been designed specifically for in ear monitor appli-
cations. New from dbx Professional Products, comes the IEM, In-Ear-Monitor Processor which is the ideal
tool for fine-tuning mix monitoring for In-Ear monitoring devices. Not only does the IEM provide the leg-
endary dbx effects in the digital domain, such as 4-band stereo compression, PeakStop™ limiting and 5-
band parametric EQ, but the IEM also includes stereo adjust, dbx proprietary Type IV™ conversion sys-
tem, and for good measure, we have even raised the playing field by including custom reverb algorithms
using the industry-standard Lexicon®digital reverb technology. The IEM from dbx Professional Products
is a unit that is certain to take In-Ear Monitor processing to the next level.
From the company that has been redefining the standard of signal processing for more than 25 years,
dbx®Professional Products now offers a bulletproof product that caters to the scrutinizing needs of per-
formers who utilize In-Ear Monitoring devices. The IEM was designed with the simple purpose and
vision of enhancing the sonic quality of all In-Ear monitor applications, while providing the necessary
audio level protection that artists and engineers require. The design team at dbx has achieved this pursuit
by building a unit that offers effects including: 4-band stereo compressor with gating and limiting, 5-
Band Parametric EQ, PeakStop™ limiting, Stereo adjust and Lexicon®reverbs. In addition to methodi-
cally designing a utilitarian unit that includes an intuitive user front panel which provides instant access
to all effects within the IEM at the push of a button, as well as a large custom display which clearly
shows all operational information of the unit in a logical manner. Software updates can be downloaded
instantly from www.dbxpro.com through the RS 232 port.
•Industry-Standard Lexicon®Reverb
Algorithms
•48 bit internal signal path for increased
head room and low level resolution
•TYPE IV™ A/D Conversion system with
TSE™
•4-band stereo Compressor and limiter with
classic dbx Compression
•5-band EQ – Hi and Lo shelves, 3 band
fully parametric
•PeakStop™ limiting
•Stereo adjust – to control your stereo image
•Software updateable via Internet and RS
232 port
•4-band crossover with
variable slopes

dbx engineers are constantly working to improve the quality of our products. Specifications are, therefore subject to change without notice.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
dbx Professional Products
8760 S. Sandy Pkwy.
Sandy,Utah 84070
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Int’l Fax [phone]
[email protected]
http://www.dbxpro.com
A Harman International Company
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Inputs
Connectors: Female XLR and 1/4'' TRS (Pin 2 and tip hot)
Type: Electronically balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered
Impedance: Balanced >18 kΩ,unbalanced >9 kΩ
Max Input Level: +24 dBu balanced or unbalanced
CMRR: >40 dB, typically >55 dB at 1 kHz
Input Gain Range: -∞to +16 dB
MIDI: 5-Pin DIN MIDI Input Jack
Outputs
Connectors: Male XLR and 1/4'' TRS (Pin 2 and tip hot)
Type: Servo-balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered
Impedance: Balanced 120 Ω,unbalanced 60 Ω
Max Output Level: >+21dBu balanced/unbalanced into 2kΩor greater
>+20dBm balanced/unbalanced (into 600Ω)
Output Gain Range: -∞to +16 dB
MIDI: 5-Pin DIN MIDI Out/Thru Jack
PC COMM: RS 232
A-D System Performance
A-D Conversion: 24-bit, dbx Type IV™ Conversion System
Convertor Dynamic Range: 114 dB typical, A-weighted, 22 kHz bandwidth
112 dB typical, unweighted, 22 kHz bandwidth
Type IV™ Dynamic Range: Up to 127 dB with transient material, A-weighted, 22 kHz bandwidth
Up to 125 dB with transient material, unweighted, 22 kHz bandwidth
Typically 119 dB with program material, A-weighted, 22 kHz bandwidth
Typically 117dB with program material, unweighted, 22 kHz bandwidth
THD+Noise: 0.002% typical at +4 dBu, 1 kHz, input gain at 0 dB
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB
Interchannel Crosstalk: <-85 dB at 1 kHz, input gain at 0 dB
D-A System Performance
D-A Conversion: 24-bit
Dynamic Range: 115 dB typical, A-weighted, 22 kHz bandwidth
112 dB typical, unweighted, 22 kHz bandwidth
THD+Noise: 0.002% typical at +4 dBu, 1 kHz, output gain at 0 dB
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB
Interchannel Crosstalk: < -85 dB at 1 kHz, output gain at 0 dB
Power Supply:
Operating Voltage: 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 24 watts
Physical:
Dimensions: 1.75''Hx10''Dx19''W
Weight: 7.14 lbs. (3.24 kg)
Shipping Weight: 10 lbs (4.40 kg)