1073N User Manual
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1. A Neve 10 3N Channel Amplifier User Manual 527 404 Issue 1 3 1073N Channel Amplifier Issue 1 3 Health amp Safety Notice For your own safety and for the protection of others please observe the following safety precautions e Read these instructions e Keep these instructions e Follow all instructions e Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer e Heed all safety warnings Do not use near water e Clean only with a dry cloth e Do not install near heat sources e Do not block ventilation openings e Unplug when unused for long periods of time e Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only AMS NEVE Billington Road Burnley Lancs BB11 SUB England Phone 44 0 1282 457011 Fax 44 0 1282 417282 Info info ams neve com Web www ams neve com Support http www ams neve com su 2013 AMS Neve Ltd own the copyright of all information and drawings contained in this manual which are not to be copied or reproduced by any means or disclosed in part or whole to any third party without written permission As part of our policy of continual product improvement we reserve the right to alter specifications without notice but with due regard to all current legislation Disclaimer The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate at the time of publication However no responsibility is taken by us for inaccuracies errors or om2. Mic input uses the XLR input of the XLR combo connector Line input uses the inch jack input of the XLR combo connector DI input uses the separate inch jack connector gt Connect the line output XLR into your system gt Switch on the 1073N gt Set the phantom power DI earth lift DI PAD and Mic I P Z as required see rear panel description section for more information on these features Neve Racks Like the classic 1073 1084 modules the 1073N can be used in AMS Neve 3U and 5U racks and various Neve consoles The 3U rack houses two modules mounted horizontally in a 19 rack mounting unit The 5U rack houses eight modules mounted vertically in a 19 rack mounting unit Both have rear panels with XLR Inputs and Outputs The 3U rack rear panel has a fused voltage selector IEC mains input connector The 5U rack has a free standing AC supply with a fused voltage selector IEC mains input connector and connects to the rack via a connector and a 1 5 meter cable Modules of any combination can be fitted into a rack unit The CH chassis and OV are linked internally 1073N Channel Amplifier Issue 1 3 DC Power Supply Indicators rack units gt The red LED on the front panel of both 3U and 5U rack units indicates 24V power healthy when illuminated gt The green LED on the front panel of both 3U and 5U rack units indicates 48V power healthy when illuminated gt Phantom power can be supplied to eac
3. are using Low impedance 300 Hi impedance 12002 In most cases you would set this to Hi Configuring the 1073N for Neve 45 series consoles other than the BCM10 When the 1073N is used in a Neve 45 series console without fader connections most 45 series consoles other than the BCM10 the rear panel input and output connections power switch and phantom power controls are not used the following configuration should be used for the remaining controls gt Set EXT LVL CTRL switch to NO This routes the 1073N audio internally gt Set 5k1 TERMINATION to YES This terminates the high pass filter correctly to ensure correct frequency response gt Set Mic Impedance to match the microphones you are using Lo impedance 300 Hi impedance 12000 In most cases you would set this to Hi Rear Panel Controls amp Connectors Quick Configuration Guide Stand alone Neve rack BCM 10 Consoles with no fader connection EXT LVL CTRL NO YES NO 5k1 TERMINATION YES NO YES MIC I P Z As required As required As required Power switch On Off Not Used Not Used 48v input Connected Not Used Not Used Mic Line input XLR Jack Combo As required Not Used Not Used Line XLR output As required Not Used Not Used DI Jack I P As required Not Used Not Used DI PAD switch As required Not Used Not Used EARTH LIFT switch As required Not Used Not Used PHANTOM switch As required Not Used Not Use
4. neni A 13 Recall Sheet 1073N Vertical Module pinar a a aa 14 Recall Sheet 1073N Horizontal Module nnnnnnenennnannnnnnnnnnnnnnnn ras 15 1073N Channel Amplifier Issue 1 3 1073N Channel Amplifier Introduction The original Neve 1073 channel amplifiers are very popular sounding mic pre s and are considered by many to capture the very essence of the Neve sound In manufacture since the early 1970s the Class A design offers 3 bands of EQ with one fixed high frequency and a high pass filter The 1073N retains the same basic circuitry as the original 1073 while utilizing modern manufacturing techniques to make it more affordable While the 1073N can be used in any situation that the 1073 classic module can be used it features additional connectivity which allows it to be used as a stand alone module These 45 series modules are the same as the original designs and contain many of the original components Configuring the 1073N for Stand alone use To use the 1073N without a rack or console configure as follows gt Set the EXT LVL CTRL switch to NO Setting this to yes would route the audio out of the back connector and there would be no audio output from the 1073N gt Set the 5k1 Termination switch to YES This terminates the high pass filter correctly where an external level control is not present gt Connect the supplied 48V power adaptor PS10500 to the 48V input gt Connect your mic line or DI input source
5. N in stand alone mode check that EXT LVL CTRL is set to NO 1073N Channel Amplifier Dimensions Issue 1 3 Stand alone Width Height Depth Approx Weight Modules mm inches mm inches mm inches kg Ibs 1073N Module 45 1 8 222 8 75 254 10 2 5 5 5 19 Rack Mounting Depth Height Approx Weight mm inches mm inches kg Ibs 2 Module Version 405 16 133 5 25 12 26 5 8 Module Version 405 16 222 8 75 34 75 Fully populated rack Power Requirements Rack Units 3U 5U Rated Voltage 100 230V AC 100 230V AC Rated Frequency 50 60 Hz 50 60Hz Rated Current 0 5A Max 0 8A Max Primary Protection Fuse Operating Voltage 100 230V AC 100 230V AC Fuse Rating and Type TO 5A H 250V T A H 250V 20mm x 5mm CERAMIC 20mm x 5mm CERAMIC Location IEC Mains connector IEC Mains connector Secondary Protection Fuse Output Voltage 24V DC Fuse Rating and Type T 2 0A L 250V 20mm x 5mm GLASS Location F1 Output Voltage 48V DC Fuse Rating and Type T 250mA L 250V 20mm x 5mm GLASS Location F2 Modules Power 1073N Module 127mA 10mA at 24V DC Negative Earth 1073N Channel Amplifier Modules In Transit Issue 1 3 Please note that the designs of the AMS Neve classic modules and racks are to the original Neve specifications and are not designed to
6. d 1073N Channel Amplifier Rear Panel Description Issue 1 3 L OFF ON o LNEOP hi m O 2 HI Ht Ta a RE a i a A l ait gt J t l fh N VA EUNET TETTETETT y f y SLEEVE EXT M CTRL 5k TERMINATION EARTH LIFT pi FPA 5 a MIC PZ XLR MIC I P X VUTSRPNMLKJ HFEDCBA DI I P ss ba D ves O NO NO YES NOTES ous 0B 2048 Power Switch This is used to power on off the unit in stand alone mode It has no function when used in a rack or console 48V connection Connect the supplied power supply PS10500 to power the 1073N in stand alone mode It has no function when used in a rack or console Fuse The fuse is for stand alone operation of the 1073N It has no function when used in a rack or console Fuse Rating TO 5A 250v 20mm 5mm Safety Warning Always replace the fuse with an identical rating fuse Power On LED The power on LED will light when the 1073N is switched on in stand alone mode LINE O P Balanced line level output of the 1073N when used in stand alone mode This has no function when used in a rack or console Amphenol Back Connector All power and audio connections are provided by the back connector when the 1073N is used in a rack or console EXT LVL CTRL When in the YES position the audio signal is routed via the amphenol back connector so the leve
7. g connected to the XLR part of the combo input This only applies to stand alone use When used in a rack or console phantom power will be set on the rack console Sleeve For future expansion Troubleshooting gt Elevated Operating Ambient If installed in a closed or multi unit rack assembly the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient Therefore consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature 50 deg C specified by the manufacturer gt Reduced Air Flow Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised gt Mechanical Loading Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading gt Reliable Earthing Reliable earthing of rack mounted equipment should be maintained Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit e g use of power strips No audio at the line output gt Check that you re turning the gain knob in the right direction Turn it clockwise mic mode if you re using the XLR part of the combo connector or DI jack input Turn it anti clockwise line mode if you re using the jack part of the combo connector gt If you re using the 1073
8. h module by pressing the phantom power switch on the front panel of the 3U or 5U rack The LED in the switch will illuminate confirming that phantom power is supplied gt The mains switch on the rear panel of the 3U rack unit is non illuminating Output Level Control gt Each channel has an independent Output Level Control The control is post input post EQ and pre output This control can reduce the level at the output gt When the Output Control is fully clockwise the output gain is unity The output is 20dB down with the control in the mid position Mains Voltage Adjustment gt Switch off unit gt Remove fuse gt Turn inner barrel with screwdriver or coin until correct voltage figure is under the white arrow on the housing gt Replace fuse Fuse Rating TO 5A 250v 20mm 5mm 1073N Channel Amplifier Issue 1 3 Configuring the 1073N for Neve rack or BCM10 When the 1073N is used in a Neve 3U or 5U rack or a BCM10 console the rear panel input and output connections power switch fuse and phantom power controls are not used The following configuration should be used for the remaining controls gt Set EXT LVL CTRL switch to YES This routes the 1073N audio through the volume control of the rack or console gt Set 5k1 TERMINATION to OFF This removes the 5 1kQ resistance from the signal path to ensure correct frequency response gt Set Mic Impedance to match the microphones you
9. issions nor any liability assumed for any loss or damage resulting either directly or indirectly from use of the information contained within it Trademarks All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are hereby acknowledged 1073N Channel Amplifier Issue 1 3 Table of Contents Health amp Safety NOU Ce instando O AAA ERAS AAA 2 1073N Channel Amplifier IntroduUctON e iciircsncrirconisicnnccnranni ron a aa AAA 4 Configuring the 1073N for Stand alone USC iccciirarnanacarconrio rn don 4 Neve Rack iia A A E aA A A a A Ai 4 DC Power SUDDIV ENdICA OS Tack units rt 2 E en A OS de A ne TA an 5 Output TeV Gl CONGO less SSSR AS AS anne ten ni A A anne 5 Mains Voltage AGJUSEMENE mr uma antenne lien tondeuse de 5 Configuring the 1073N for Neve rack or BCM10 nus ssmnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnmnnnnnnnnnnnn 6 Configuring the 1073N for Neve 45 series consoles other than the BCM10 sccccssssscccenneesccnnneeesecnnnunesens 6 Rear Panel Controls amp Connectors Quick Configuration Guide sssssssss 22222222222222022222202022u20222u2u2unnnnn 6 Rear P nelD scriptiOi sad AAA 7 Rack Mount INSEFUCTIONS si eia a ica 8 TFOUDlESHOO UD A A RA A A iD 8 DIMENSIONS ni A di 9 PoWer Requirements ani conicnesccm ranunienmnemonianiionnniiieniinauntin nonoui idiots 9 Modules In Transitaire a Ed A tune cuentas 10 Amphenol Back Connector Detalla AR 11 TOZSN Mod le e ai aa a Sa 12 SPECIICALIONS
10. l can be controlled by an external volume control or an external fader If this is set to YES in stand alone mode there will be no audio present at the line output When in the NO position the audio is routed directly to the line output 5k1 Termination Resistance When used in a rack or console with a fader the fader adds approximately 5kQ resistance to the signal path When used in stand alone mode or in a console without a fader connection you should set this switch to ON This adds 5 1kQ of termination to the audio signal path to ensure a flat frequency response Earth Lift Provides earth lift for the DI input If you re hearing buzzing when using a DI input try toggling this switch PAD Provides 20dB of attenuation to the DI input When set to OdB the impedance of the DI input is approximately 1MQ When set to 20dB the impedance of the DI input is approximately 10kQ DI I P The DI high impedence input NOTE When a jack is connected to the DI input it overrides anything connected to the Mic input Use the Mic side of the gain level control when using the DI input MIC I P Z Select Hi 12009 or Lo 300 impedance for the Mic input 7 1073N Channel Amplifier Rack Mount Instructions Issue 1 3 This applies to both stand alone and rack console use XLR Jack combo connection Use the XLR connection for Mic sources and the Jack connection for line sources Phantom The phantom switch applies phantom power to anythin
11. se change at Balanced Output Microphone Input Line Input DI Input Output Distortion Frequency Response Noise 12 Input Impedance 300 or 12009 gain 80dB to 20dB in 5dB steps Input Impedance 10kQ bridging gain 20dB to 10dB in 5dB steps Both inputs are transformer balanced and earth free Input Impedance 1MQ PAD off 10kQ PAD on Gain 80dB to 20dB in 5dB steps Maximum output is gt 26dBu into 6002 Output impedance is 75Q 1kHz Output is transformer balanced and earth free Not more than 0 07 from 50Hz to 10kHz at 20dBu output 80kHz bandwidth into 6002 0 5dB 20Hz to 20kHz 3dB at 40kHz Eq Out Not more than 83dBu at all Line gain settings Eq In Flat Out 22Hz to 22kHz bandwidth EIN better than 125dBu 60dB gain 1073N Channel Amplifier Issue 1 3 Recall Sheet 1073N Verlical Module 13 1073N Channel Amplifier Issue 1 3 Recall Sheet 1073N Horizontal Module 14
12. withstand transit gt Should you wish to move the rack from one location to another for example shipping to another studio location or returning the rack to a repair centre for servicing please remove all installed modules from the rack and package the rack and each module separately in packaging Suitable to withstand the intended transit gt If modules are installed in a rack while in transit damage to the internal edge connectors may occur 10 1073N Channel Amplifier Issue 1 3 Amphenol Back Connector Details Standalone 1073N Module Wiring to 18 way Free Plug U 8 24 at 127 mA To Pin V Mic I P 20dBu E ce D Ee w 7 F Line UP ds J To Pin Y i K a LO Ma Technical Earth Link N a oy ji 9 Unbalanced O P 3dBu R Hi BALOIP 5 a T pe To Pin Y 11 1073N Channel Amplifier 1073N Module Issue 1 3 Specifications High Frequency Mid Frequency Low Frequency High Pass Filter EQL Button Phase Button Smooth 16dB fixed frequency shelving at 12kHz Smooth 18dB peaking fixed Q with selectable centre frequencies of 0 36kHz 0 7kHz 1 6kHz 3 2kHz 4 8kHz 7 2kHz Smooth 16dB shelving with selectable frequencies of 35Hz 60Hz 110Hz 220Hz 18dB per octave slope switchable between 50Hz 80Hz 160Hz amp 300Hz Switches the equaliser in or out of circuit Gives 180 Pha
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