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Waves PuigChild User Manual

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  • Page 1 WAVES COMPRESSOR / LIMITER...
  • Page 3 It’s just fantastic that one of my favorite pieces of gear has been resurrected in a 21st century incarnation: the classic Fairchild 670! The PuigChild compressor truly captures the vibe of the original, and as a piece of hardware, it allows us to have the same tactile experience with the same unique sound.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Controls Overview Connecting the PuigChild Input/Output Calibration Controls Rear Panel Sync & Word Clock Connections Front Panel Controls – In Depth Connection Examples Technical Specifications Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions Contact Waves Sales and Technical Support One Year Limited Warranty...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Considerations

    (Plastic washers are provided to prevent scratching). Apply the rubber feet for desktop use. In case of damage to the Waves PuigChild due to spilled liquids or physical damage from knocks or dropping, repairs should be performed by quali ed service personnel only.

  • Page 6: Package Contents

    User manual Unpacking the Waves PuigChild After unpacking the PuigChild unit, please check it carefully for any damage. If any damage is found, immediately notify the carrier that brought you the package. You, the consignee, must initiate any claim. Please retain all packaging in case of future re-shipment.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Thank you for choosing the Waves PuigChild. Be sure to read the safety considerations before you plug in and switch on the PuigChild’s power. Please spend some time reading through this manual so that you obtain the best possible performance from the unit. For more information about our products, please visit www.waves.com.

  • Page 8: Internal Processing

    Waves modeled both 50Hz power current and 60Hz power current. If you listen closely, you will hear that there is a di erence in hum level between 50Hz and 60Hz. Since hum is...

  • Page 9: Controls Overview

    Controls Overview Global Controls 1. Sample Rate controls operating sample rate. 2. Input Select controls input type. 3. Sync chooses sync source. 4. Meter chooses which audio signal will be displayed: input, gain reduction or output. 5. Link Mode controls the relationship between the left channel and the right channel. 6.
  • Page 10 Rear Panel 1. Main Power Supply connects the PuigChild to the power supply. 2. Word Clock provides digital synchronization interface. 3. Digital I/O Interface allows digital I/O connection of various types. 4. Analog I/O Interface allows analog I/O connection of various types.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Puigchild

    Main Power Supply: 100, 120, 220 or 240 volt selectable PLEASE NOTE: THE POWER SUPPLY IS NOT AUTO-SWITCHING! You must make sure the voltage rating shown on the back panel of your PuigChild is appropriate for your power connection. The power cable socket and fuse-holder with voltage selector are located together on the back panel of the PuigChild.
  • Page 12 XLR connector type for balanced outputs. TRS (1/4”) jack connector type for balanced or unbalanced outputs. Rear Panel Digital Connections The PuigChild accepts the following digital inputs and outputs: XLR type input/output connectors for AES/EBU signals. RCA type input/output connectors for S/PDIF signals.

  • Page 13: Input/Output Calibration Controls

    The calibration controls are used to adjust the signal output that runs from your analog device to the PuigChild’s input, and the analog output of the PuigChild to the next unit in the signal chain, allowing you the maximum available headroom.

  • Page 14: Front Panel Controls - In Depth

    96 kHz. You can only change the signal sample rate when the PuigChild’s Sync mode is set to Internal. At the other settings the PuigChild locks to the digital stream or external Word Clock source. The PuigChild will automatically detect and display the sample rate for all other Sync modes.
  • Page 15 5. Link controls the relationship between the left (upper) channel and the right (lower) channel. States Left/Right, Linked, Lateral/Vertical Left/Right The compressor acts as two completely separate compressors, with the option to separately adjust all controls per channel. This mode can signi cantly change the stereo image of a stereo signal.
  • Page 16 8. Threshold sets the amount of signal compression. Range: 0 to10 Resolution: 0.1 steps Please note: The scale is not linear, and has been adjusted to conform to the exact scaling of the modeled unit. Thus, there may be more compression than expected at certain steps, as with analog gear.

  • Page 17: Connection Examples

    If your console has word clock, it can be used, although it is easier to simply select D (Digital) on the PuigChild’s front panel Sync selector. If you are using a master word clock to sync several devices, you can use the word clock sync input on the PuigChild, and select the WC (word clock) sync source.

  • Page 18: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Maximum Analog Input Gain: 24 dBu Front Panel I/O selector: Analog, AES (XLR), S/PDIF Input Impedance, Balanced Input: (RCA/Optical) Sync: Internal, Digital, 32 kOhm @ 1kHz external word sync Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz ADC (@ 44.1 kHz) Frequency response: 10 Hz - 24 kHz / -0.1 dB @ 10 Hz ÷...

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions

    Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions There are little clicks and pops, like some type of static, when using the PuigChild. This is nearly always a synchronization issue. Make sure that your Sync selection is proper. If you are using digital inputs, then you should select (D) for Digital sync, to lock to the selected digital input.

  • Page 20: Contact Waves Sales And Technical Support

    Email tech support is preferred, and is more e cient for providing complete documentation to you. We hope you get the most from your new PuigChild. Please contact us should you experience any problems or want to know more about Waves.

  • Page 21: One Year Limited Warranty

    Product’s documentation for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase from Waves or its authorized resellers. In the case of a valid warranty claim, your sole and exclusive remedy and Waves’ entire liability under any theory of liability will be, at its option, to repair or replace the Product without charge or, if this is not possible, to refund the purchase price to you.
  • Page 22 Governing Law and Severability This agreement will be governed by the laws of Israel. If a court nds any provision of this License unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent possible, and the remainder of the License shall con-tinue in full force and e ect. In the event of a dispute arising under this Agreement, you consent to sole and exclusive jurisdiction in the State of Israel.
  • Page 24 www.waves.com...

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