EQUALIZERS OWNER’S MANUAL GEQ 215 Graphic Equalizer
GEQ 215 Graphic Equalizer Congratulations on your choice of the GEQ 215 graphic equalizer — you have purchased one of the finest graphic equalizers on the market today. This unit was developed using the expertise of professional sound engineers and working musicians. You will find that your new NADY AUDIO Equalizers has superior performance and greater flexibility than any other equalizers in its price range. Please read this manual carefully to get the most out of your new unit.
WARNING An equilateral triangle enclosing a lightning flash/arrowhead symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure which may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR An equilateral triangle enclosing an exclamation point is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and service instructions in the literature enclosed with this unit.
INSTALLATION To ensure years of enjoyment from your NADY AUDIO graphic equalizer, please read and understand this manual thoroughly before using the unit. Check to see that the unit is set to the voltage for your area by referring to the table below: Europe (except UK): 230V, 50Hz UK and Australia: 240V, 50Hz USA and Canada: 115V, 60 Hz For other areas, please check with local authorities.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before starting to equalize your sound system there is some information you should know and procedures you should follow: 1. Set channel levels to the center detent (0dB-unity gain) on the front panel. 2. Enable the BYPASS switch (Note: The amber LED is ON). 3. Set all slide controls to the center detent or 0dB (unity gain) position. 4. Select the 6dB range switch (green LED ON). 5. Apply signal to the system. 6. Disable the BYPASS switch, amber LED OFF. 7.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS 6 2 5 4 3 1 1. Power Switch To turn the equalizer ON or OFF, press the upper or lower portion of this button. CAUTION: Always turn on your equalizer BEFORE your power amplifiers are turned on, and always turn off your equalizer AFTER your power amplifiers have been turned off. 2. Level Control This controls the level of signal to the equalizer. It is capable of +/- 6dB of gain.
REAR PANEL CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS 7 9 8 10 11 7. IEC Power Cord Receptacle This is used to connect the AC power source to your equalizer. Power requirements: 115/230VAC, 50/60Hz 8. AC Voltage Selector Set this slide switch to match your line voltage supply. CAUTION: For new installations and portable sound systems, or in any situation in which the AC power is suspect, it is wise to confirm appropriate voltage and line polarity BEFORE connecting the instrument to the power source. 9.
TYPICAL SET-UP The GEQ-215 graphic equalizer may be used wherever modification of the frequency contour of a sound system is needed. A graphic equalizer is a solution to any number of sound problems or creative urges. Sound Reinforcement Applications By routing the signal from the mixer to the main power amplifiers (or crossover), the overall frequency of the mix may be altered to do a number of things. A.
SPECIFICATIONS Equalizer: Line Voltage 100-130V AC, 50/60Hz 200-240V AC, 50Hz Equalizer Control Bands 2X15, 2/3 Octave ISO Spacing From 25Hz to 16KHz Filter Type Constant Q Power Consumption Maximum: 15 watts Slider Travel 20mm (Center Detent) Size: 19”W X 1.75”H X 8.66”D (1U) (48.2cm X 4.4cm X 12.7cm) Level Control Range +/-6dB or +/-12dB (Selectable) Weight: 6.16lbs. (2.8Kg.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Nady Systems, Inc. warrants to the original consumer purchaser that the unit is free from any defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original retail purchase. If any such defect is discovered within the warranty period, Nady Systems, Inc. will repair or replace the unit free of charge, subject to verification of the defect or malfunction upon return to Nady Systems.
SERVICE FOR YOUR NADY AUDIO PRODUCT In the U.S. If you are experiencing operational problems with your system, please refer to the Support page at www. nady.com for assistance. Should your wireless system require service, please contact the Nady Service Department at (510) 652-2411 for a Return Authorization (R/A) Number and service quote (if out of warranty). Make sure the R/A Number is clearly marked on the outside of the package that you are returning.
