RP533

Studio Tube
Multi-Processor
PREAMP COMPRESSOR/LIMITER

OUTPUT
GAIN THRESHOLD RATIO ATTACK RELEASE
LEVEL
0
RP533

PHAN +20 dB +40 -17 dB +14 2:1 OO :1 .5 ms 100 .1 Sec 2 - OO dB +14 C

PWR

EXCITER S tu d io T u b e M u lti- P r o c e sso r

BOTTOM DEFINITION
3 10
+4 REF
OUT.
GAIN V U
RED.

OMP EXCIT 0 10 0 10
METER

OWNERS MANUAL
Salt Lake City, UT
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 CONNECTION Congratulations and thank you for choosing the Bellari RP533 Studio
Connect a microphone or signal to be processed to the RP533 Input. Tube Multi-Processor. The RP533 is a powerful unit designed for all the
Press in the Phantom Power switch if your microphone is a condenser or signal preamplification and processing required before digital recording.
other type that requires phantom power. Or, for live applications, the RP533 is ideal for enriching a vocal, fattening
up a horn, or giving depth and presence to a piano or guitar. Any applica-
tion requiring a warm, full-bodied sound can be realized with the RP533.

INSPECTION
1. Unpack and Inspect the RP533 package
Your RP533 was carefully packed at the factory in a protective carton.
SERIAL NUMBER
Nonetheless, be sure to examine the unit and the carton for any signs of
MADE IN U.S.A.
MODEL RP533 533-

damage that may have occurred during shipping. If obvious physical

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
NRTL /C damage is noticed, contact the carrier immediately to make a damage
120 VAC

claim. We suggest saving the shipping carton and packing materials for
NORM NORM
50/60 Hz 15 VA DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN

REVERSE PAD

OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT

NOT REMOVE BACK. NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER IN OUT
PHASE
REVERSE
30dB
PAD
safely transporting the unit in the future.
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISQUE DE CHOC - NE PAS ENLEVER OUTPUT SIDE CHAIN INPUT
NRTL /C

2. Please complete the Warranty Registration Card and return it to the

factory.

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OPERATION
• Apply power to the RP533 and bypass both the Compressor and the
Exciter by setting the Comp. Active and Excit. Active switches out.
• Set the Output Level control to 0 dB (about 1 O'Clock).
• Begin checking the microphone or input signal, and adjust the Preamp
Gain control until the meter reads approximately 0. If the Gain setting is BLOCK DIAGRAM
very low, such as 9 O'Clock or lower, you may wish to press in the 30 dB 250V 250V 250V

Pad switch located on the rear panel, then adjust the Gain control for a 0 250V

reading. GAIN Output

OUTPUT Buffer

• You may now engage and adjust the Compressor and the Sonic Exciter LEVEL
Phase
SONIC EXCIT.
ACTIVE 2
Correction
to suit your needs. Please note that the meter will read the gain reduction INPUT THRESHOLD
30dB PAD OUTPUT
of the Compressor circuits, or the RP533 overall output level only. 2
Photocell RATIO
ATTACK
RELEASE

PHASE
REVERSE GAIN RED.
5 3 0
10 3
20
6

dB METER OUTPUT
LEVEL SIDE CHAIN
OUT
+250 +48
+48 VOLT
PHANTOM POWER +12
Power Supply
-12
SIDE CHAIN
COMPRESSOR
IN
ACTIVE

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 FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION

Phntm Pwr: When in, applies +48 volts of phantom powering, to the Outputs: XLR balanced and 1/4" unbalanced connectors for connecting
XLR input, for condenser type microphones. the RP533 to a mixer or other line level input.
Gain: Adjusts the amount of gain in the tube microphone preamp
section. Varies from +13 dB to +33 dB. Side Chain Input: 1/4" unbalanced jack for receiving incoming signals to
directly access the detector circuit of the compressor section.
Threshold: Sets the level at which the income signal must overcome in
order for the RP533 Compressor to begin compressing. Side Chain Output: 1/4" unbalanced jack for sending out the signal
Ratio: The signal to compression ratio - sets the amount of increase in from the RP533 compressor section. This jack may also be used as a
input signal required to raise the output signal 1 dB. pre-Output Level output.
Attack: Varies the amount of time taken for the RP533 to begin com- Note: The Side Chain Input and Output is not an effects loop, it breaks
pressing once the Threshold level has been reached. the signal path of the RP533 compressor control circuits.
Release: Varies the amount of time taken for the RP533 Compressor to
return to normal gain once the signal has dropped below the Threshold Input: XLR balanced and 1/4" unbalanced connectors for connecting
level. signals to the RP533.
Output Level: Varies the overall signal level from the RP533. SERIAL NUMBER
MODEL RP533 533-

MADE IN U.S.A.

Comp. Active Switch: When in, the signal is routed through the Com- CAUTION
NRTL /C

120 VAC RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

pressor/Limiter section of the RP533.

NORM NORM
50/60 Hz 15 VA DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN REVERSE PAD

OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT PHASE 30dB

NOT REMOVE BACK. NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER IN OUT REVERSE PAD

Excit. Active Switch: When in, the signal is routed through the Sonic SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISQUE DE CHOC - NE PAS ENLEVER OUTPUT SIDE CHAIN INPUT

Exciter section of the RP533.

Bottom: Adjusts the amount of low frequency process is applied to the SPECIFICATIONS
signal. Frequency Response 20Hz - 40kHz +/-3dB
Definition: Adjusts the amount of high frequency process is applied to Input Impedance 600 Ω balanced
the signal. 1M Ω unbalanced
THD + Noise <0.1% typical
Meter Switch: Switches the signal metering from indicating the output Noise Floor -90 dB
jack level (+4 db Ref.), to indicating the amount of gain reduction of the Indicators Phantom Power LED
compressor. Analog Meter
Input/Output jacks XLR balanced
VU Meter: Indicates either the output signal level, or the amount of gain 1/4" unbalanced
reduction, depending on the position of the Meter Switch. 1/4" unbal. Side Chain
Dimensions 3" x 6" x 19"
(180mm X 162mm X 482mm)
Power Switch: Turns the RP533 main power on and off. Weight 10 lbs. (6 Kg)
Power 120VAC (230VAC) 15VA

PREAMP COMPRESSOR/LIMITER EXCITER S tu d io T u b e M u lti- P r o c e sso r

OUTPUT
GAIN THRESHOLD RATIO ATTACK RELEASE BOTTOM DEFINITION
LEVEL 3 10
0 +4 REF
RP533 OUT.
GAIN V U
RED.

PHAN +20 dB +40 -17 dB +14 2:1 OO :1 .5 ms 100 .1 Sec 2 - OO dB +14 COMP EXCIT 0 10 0 10
PWR METER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS LIMITED WARRANTY
Introduction 1 This product is warranted to the original consumer purchaser to be
Inspection 1 free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal installation, use
Block Diagram 1 and service for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase as shown on
Front Panel Description 2 the purchaser’s receipt.
Rear Panel Description 3 The obligation of Rolls Corporation under this warranty shall be
limited to repair or replacement (at our option), during the warranty period of
Specifications 3
any part which proves defective in material or workmanship under normal
Connection 4
installation, use and service, provided the product is returned to Rolls Corpora-
Operation 4 tion, TRANSPORTATION CHARGES PREPAID. Products returned to us or to
Warranty 5 an authorized Service Center must be accompanied by a copy of the purchase
receipt. In the absence of such purchase receipt, the warranty period shall be
one (1) year from the date of manufacture.
This warranty shall be invalid if the product is damaged as a result of
defacement, misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, destruction or alteration of the
serial number, improper electrical voltages or currents, repair, alteration or
maintenance by any person or party other than our own service facility or an
authorized Service Center, or any use violative of instructions furnished by us.
This one-year warranty is in lieu of all expressed warranties, obliga-
tions or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS, OR
LIABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICU-
LAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE ONE YEAR
DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limita-
tion may not apply to you.
IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS
OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WHATSO-
EVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, inciden-
Check out the complete line of Bellari equipment: tal or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not
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