BSS AR-133
Owner's Manual

Inputs:

Technical Specifications
Attenuator Impedance : Max Input Level before clip Output: at 0dB: 1 Mohm +9dBu at 20dB: 47 kOhm +29dBu

1/4� mono jack connector (Tip hot, sleeve ground) or 3-pin XLR

BSS Audio User Manual

AR-133
Active DI Box / Line Balancer

connector (pin 2 hot), unbalanced. Parallel link output 1/4" jack connector for feeding to other equipment, direct or via Buffer Amplifier. at 40dB: 47 kOhm +49dBu

Using a DI box eliminates the need for miking of the backline speakers, providing a clean feed to both console and amplification. The AR-133 has a parallel feed from the input connector so that the instrument may be simultaneously connected to the AR-133 and the amplifier. This means that no special splitter cables are needed. The striking visual design of the AR-133 also has functional qualities. For example, cables can be run underneath to keep cable runs neat on stage, and all from one end of the unit. The moulded sides make stacking of multiple units easier, and help isolate the case of the AR-133 from the stage both electrically and mechanically.

3-pin XLR connector, transformer balanced output. Will drive lines from 600 Ohm upwards. Maximum output level before clip greater than +9dBu with battery or phantom supply. 30Hz to 20kHz , +0/-1dB < -105dBu, unweighted, 22Hz to 22kHz, rms* Less than 0.005% at 1kHz, 0dBu output.

Frequency Response: Noise: Harmonic Distortion:

Input Connectors and switches
Input 1/4" Jack: Unbalanced, Tip hot (+ve), sleeve ground; Main input for instruments Impedance (Pad setting) 1MOhm (0dB) 47kOhm (20dB) 47kOhm (40dB) 3 - pin XLR Socket: Unbalanced, parallel link with main 1/4" jack socket. Pin 2 hot, Pins 1 and 3 ground. Link 1/4" Jack: Output, parallel wired with main 1/4" input, or fed via a buffer amplifier from main input. Tip hot, Sleeve ground.

Power: Phantom Power Requirements: +20 Volts DC to +48Volts DC Current Drain: Phantom Power, less than 8mA. Battery, less than 2mA Dimensions: Weight: 145mm x 125mm x 59mm (5.7 " x 4.9" x 2.3") 650gm (22oz) excluding battery.

* Noise measured relative to maximum output

Warranty Information
When sold to an end user by BSS Audio or a BSS Audio Authorised Reseller, this unit is warranted by the seller to the purchaser against defects in workmanship and the materials used in its manufacture for a period of one year from the date of sale. Faults arising from misuse, unauthorised modifications or accidents are not covered under this warranty. No other warranty is expressed or implied. If the unit is faulty it should be sent to the seller of the equipment, in its original packaging with shipping prepaid. The unit will be returned to you when the repair has been completed. You should include a statement listing the faults found. The unit�s serial number must be quoted in all correspondence relating to a claim. We recommend that you record your purchase information for future reference. In keeping with our policy of continued improvement, BSS Audio reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice. The AR-133 was designed and developed by BSS Audio, Hertfordshire, England. BSS Audio, Linkside House, Summit Road, Potters Bar, Herts EN6 3JB England Tel +44 (0)1707 660667 Fax +44 (0)1707 660755 World Wide Web: http://www.bss.co.uk

Output Connector and switches
3-pin XLR Output: Balanced (via transformer) Pin 2 Hot (+ve) Pin 3 Cold (-ve) Pin 1 Ground Ground Lift Switch: By switching to the LIFT position, the internal connection to the output pin 1 is removed, isolating the AR-133�s grounding system from that of the rest of the system.

Part Number ZM0199-01

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