Rolls DB225 - 7-09 User manual

Rolls Corporation
07/09
DB225 Professional
Direct box
-Converts high impedance to low imped-
ance & vice-versa
-Ground lift for “hum” reduction
-Attenuator switch for getting the correct
level
The DB225 is a passive direct box for
converting high impedance signals to low
impedance and vica-versa.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of the DB225 Professional D-I. A
passive direct box designed to take high impedance signals and
convert them to low impedance. The unit features an attenuator
switch for padding the input signal by either 20 or 40dB, and the
ground lift switch may be used to reduce unwanted hum caused by
ground loops.
INSPECTION
1. Unpack and Inspect the DB225 package
Your DB225 was carefully packed at the factory in a protective
plastic clamshell package. Nonetheless, be sure to examine the
unit and the carton for any signs of damage that may have occurred
during shipping. If obvious physical damage is noticed, contact the
carrier immediately to make a damage claim. We suggest saving
the shipping carton and packing materials for safely transporting
the unit in the future.
WARRANTY
For information on the Rolls One Year Limited Warranty, and
to register this product, visit our website at www.rolls.com
DESCRIPTION
INPUT(S): 1/4” unbalanced jacks for receiving line or
instrument level signals
OUTPUT(S): XLR male and female for connection to a
mixer board or other balanced input device.
GROUND LIFT SWITCH: In the lift position, the
ground connection to the XLR jack is disconnected from the
chassis.
ATTENUATOR SWITCH: Reduces the input signal by
the amount indicated.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Frequency response: 20 - 20kHz +/- 1 dB
Max Output level: +4 dBm
Input Impedance: 50K Ohms
Output Impedance: 600 Ohms.
Weight: 1 lbs. (.45 Kg)
Size: 4.15” x 2.46” x 1.55”
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Rolls Corporation
5968 So 350 West
Murray Utah 84107
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DB225.SCH 5199
19 May 2009
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Date:
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Sheet of
DB225 Direct Box
Ba
GROUND LIFT
ATTENUATOR
31 2
SW2
SPST
R1
1M R2
100K R3
10K
1 2 4
3
SW1A
ALPHASW
8 7 5
6
SW1B
ALPHASW
1 2
3
J3
XLR JACK M
J1
PHONE 1/4
J2
PHONE 1/4
T?
XFMR AUDIO
SCHEMATIC
DB225 Professional Direct Interface
- Studio
- Live
- Broadcast
... anywhere you need a professional D-I box
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