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Safety Notices
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NOISE REDUCTION UNIT
DOLBY 363
he Dolby Model 363 provides two chan- systems where the encoder and decoder are
T nels of noise reduction switchable
between Dolby SR (Spectral Recording) and
physically separated. In single-channel record-
ing applications, a single unit can be used for
Dolby A-type. The economical 1-U high unit simultaneous record and playback.
is intended for all kinds of audio facilities: The Model 363 incorporates electroni-
music recording, video postproduction, cally balanced transformerless input and out-
broadcast, multimedia, and film. put circuits. Independent level adjustments for
Record/playback changeover of each the record and playback signal paths allow
channel can be controlled individually from accurate matching of existing line levels. A
the front panel, a tape recorder, or a remote Check Tape switch allows monitoring of
control, allowing a single Model 363 to serve either the line-in signal or the encoded tape
for stereo recording applications. Front-panel while recording. Bypass buttons make it possi-
toggle switches select Dolby SR, Dolby ble to remove either or both channels from the
A-type, or no processing. A setup button and entire audio system for studio alignment.
four-element LED calibration displays allow The Model 363 is normally supplied
quick alignment using internally generated with two Cat. No. 300 modules, which
Dolby tone for A-type or Dolby noise for SR. contain both Dolby SR and Dolby A-type
As with all other implementations of Dolby processing. A Dolby SR-only version using
SR, the Model 363 features Auto Compare for Cat. No. 350 modules is also available. Note:
verifying the performance of the audio system. Cat. No. 22 and Cat. No. 280 modules cannot 100 Potrero Avenue
The Model 363 is also ideal for applica- be used in the Model 363. San Francisco, CA 94103-4813
tions requiring dedicated encode or decode For multichannel applications, the Dolby Telephone 415-558-0200
operation. A pair of 363 units can be used for SRP Series is available to provide up to 24 Fax 415-863-1373
simultaneous record and playback on two- channels of Dolby SR noise reduction. info@dolby.com
channel tape recorders, or for transmission
Wootton Bassett
Wiltshire SN4 8QJ, England
Telephone (44) 1793-842100
Fax (44) 1793-842101
info@dolby.co.uk
www.dolby.com
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DOLBY NOISE REDUCTION 363 SPECIFICATIONS
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Frequency Response the console, and to and from the tape recorder
Dolby noise reduction is a family of SETUP—For use during alignment and calibration
20 Hz–20 kHz ± l dB encode/decode, at any level
signal processes that reduce the noise l Calibration Display:
Overall Distortion (THD) Four-LED display per channel for setting Dolby
inherent in analog recording media, ≤0.2% at Dolby level level
without affecting the sound being Processor Headroom Dimensions and Weight
recorded. While they differ in perfor- +21 dB above Dolby level 1-U Rackmount: 44 x 483 x 285 mm (1.75 x 19 x
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mance and details of operation, all Overall Dynamic Range 10.2 inches); a further 65 mm (2.5 inches) required
Dolby NR systems are complementary SR: for standard XLR connectors
105 dB, clipping level to CCIR/ARM noise level Net: 6.3 kg (14 lbs) including two Cat. No. 300
processes that first encode the music 105 dB, clipping level to NAB A-weighted noise modules
when it is recorded, then decode it level; 2 95 dB, clipping level to unweighted noise Power Requirements
when it is played back. They also treat level, 20 Hz–20 kHz 3 230 V version: 198–264 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 40 W;
A-type: uses one 20 mm T250 mA fuse
soft signals separately from loud ones, 104 dB, clipping level to CCIR/ARM noise level
and vary the NR action with frequency Multi-voltage version: User selected 85–132 VAC,
105 dB, clipping level to unweighted noise level, 50–60 Hz, 40 W; uses one 1.25-inch 500 mA
to avoid the side effects typical of other 20 Hz–20 kHz slow-blow fuse, or 187–264 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 40 W,
systems. Typical Obtainable Dynamic Range uses one 20 mm T250 mA fuse
SR: 90–95 dB; A-Type: 75–80 dB; typical at Operating Conditions
Dolby A-type noise reduction, intro- 38 cm/s (15ips) tape speed Up to 40° C (104° F)
duced in 1965, was originally intended Matching Between Units Regulatory Notices
for use by professional recording studios ±l dB at any level and any frequency, US: This unit is UL listed.
20 Hz–20 kHz Europe: The 230 Volt unit complies with the
to make quieter master tape recordings.
Crosstalk requirements of Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
In the early 1970s its use was extended <–100 dB, 20 Hz–20 kHz processor off, or and EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
to film studios and motion picture encode/decode Warranty
release prints to make films sound Signal Delay One-year limited, parts and labor
better. 6 µs for a single channel, 12 µs for overall
encode/decode system DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES:
Dolby SR (spectral recording), intro- Analog Audio Inputs Equipment manufactured by Dolby
duced in 1986, was designed not only to (0 dBr = 0.775 VRMS) Laboratories is warranted against
provide more noise reduction than XLR connectors, balanced, 20 kΩ; common mode defects in materials and workmanship
rejection: >55 dB, 50 Hz–10 kHz; maximum input for a period of one year from the date of
A-type, but also to enable analog master level: +27 dBr balanced, +21 dBr unbalanced; input purchase. There are no other express
recordings that equal or surpass 16-bit line levels from –10 dBr to +10 dBr can be adjusted or implied warranties and no warranty
digital recordings with respect to overall to give Dolby level of merchantability or fitness for a partic-
Built-in Dolby tone and Dolby noise generators for ular purpose.
dynamic range. Today, analog with calibration and channel identification
Dolby SR is still a preferred format for Analog Audio Outputs LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: It is
some musicians, producers, and record- XLR connectors, balanced, 20Ω; output level understood and agreed that Dolby
ing and mastering facilities, and is the balance: within 1 dB into symmetrical 600Ω load; Laboratories’ liability whether in con-
standard format for the analog sound- output float4 better than –40 dB, 50 Hz–1 kHz; tract, in tort, under any warranty, in neg-
maximum signal level into 600Ω: +26 dBr ligence or otherwise shall not exceed the
tracks of virtually all feature films. balanced, +21 dBr unbalanced; output line levels in cost of repair or replacement of the
the range –10 dBr to +10 dBr can be adjusted to give defective components and under no cir-
Dolby level
cumstances shall Dolby Laboratories be
Remote Control liable for incidental, special, direct, indi-
9-pin male D-connector for individual-channel rect or consequential damages (includ-
record/play changeover for remote control by the
ing but not limited to damage to soft-
tape recorder; connector may be wired to allow
remote-only or combined local and remote opera- ware or recorded audio or visual mater-
tion; changeover time: 3 ms maximum ial), or loss of use,revenue or profit even
15-pin female D connector for remote control of if Dolby Laboratories or its agents have
SR/Off/A in/out and Setup functions; also provides been advised, orally or in writing, of the
a remote status indication of A/SR and Auto possibility of such damages.
Compare function
Front-Panel Controls and Indicators All specifications apply with input and output controls set for Dolby
Individual channel controls: level equal to +4 dBr = 1.23 VRMS, balanced source and load.
A/OFF/SR—Selection of processing type 0 dBr is defined as 0.775 V without regard to impedance.
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NORMAL/CHECK TAPE—Allows checking of the Two units back-to-back, encode/decode
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nondecoded signal from tape during recording or Weighting filter supplemented by 25 kHz 4-pole lowpass filter to
ensure that only audible noise is measured
playback 3
Average-responding or RMS meter, 4-pole filters
RECORD/PLAY—Control of record/play switching 4
Output float is the level across a balanced load relative to an interfering
BYPASS—Provides relay-controlled “hard” bypass signal injected at one end of the load
of all circuitry
LEVEL CONTROLS—Four multi-turn level Specifications subject to change without notice.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
controls per channel for setting levels to and from © 2000 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. S00/12485/13313
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