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Chapter 2 - DSP
example, if the input signal is at -20dB, a ratio of two will result
in the signal being attenuated to -40dB.
Target level
The desired RMS level of the output signal. The AGC will
apply an appropriate gain to the input signal in order to achieve
this desired output level.
Hold Time
Determines how long the gate will remain open after the side
chain signal falls below the threshold. The hold time evens out
the response of the device by allowing some time for the signal
to exceed the threshold after amplifying the output signal. If
recovery is enabled, the hold time value is replaced by the
recovery time value.
Recovery Time
The time taken for the gain to return to unity once the input
signal has fallen below the Threshold Level.
Note: Gain recovery must be enabled.
Recov Enb
Enables gain recovery.
Hard Clipper
Purpose
The hard clipper modifies the incoming signal by not allowing it to exceed the selected clip
level. Any signal below this level is passed through unchanged. Any signal above this level is
forced to the selected level. The effect is similar to overdriving a digital input. The clipper does
this on every sample with no time constraints. Because of this, signals that exceed the chosen
clip level are distorted.
Tip: This device can be used as an alternative to the Hard Limiter (on page 210). It is less
functional, but uses considerably fewer DSP resources.
Response Graph
When the clip level is set to 18dB, the response graph is:
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