Millennia Media TD-1 recording channel user guide

TD-1
Twin Direct
Recording Channel
Instruction Manual
© 2007, Millennia Media, Inc. 032107
All rights reserved. Printed in the USA
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ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Millennia Media will repair this product, free of charge, in the USA, in the
event of defect of materials or workmanship for one (1) year following
date of purchase. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. This limited warranty covers failures due only to defects in materials
and workmanship that occur during normal, intended use and does not
cover damage which occurs in shipment or failures which are caused by
products not supplied by Millennia. This limited warranty does not cover
failures which arise from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling,
misapplication, faulty installation, improper adjustment, alteration or
modification of product, incompatibilities, line-power surges, acts of God,
or service performed by anyone other than Millennia or its authorized
agent. Vacuum tube failures are not covered under warranty.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
There are no express warranties except as listed above. Millennia
shall not be liable for special, subsequent, incidental, consequential, or
punitive damages, including, but not limited to: damage to recordings,
broadcasts, microphones, mixing consoles, or any associated equipment, downtime costs, loss of goodwill, or claims of any party dealing
with purchaser for such damages resulting from the use of this product.
All warranties, express and implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the applicable
warranty period set forth above.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or length of time an implied warranty remains in
effect. As such, the above exclusions may not apply. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which can
vary from state to state.
REAMP is a registered U.S. trademark. REAMP technology is used
under license -- U.S. Pat no. 6,005,950.
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GOVERNMENTAL NOTICES
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INSPECTION
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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DESIGN CRITERIA
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QUICK START
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FRONT PANEL FUNCTIONS
Input Section
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Equalizer Section
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Routing Section
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REAR PANEL FUNCTIONS
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SIGNAL FLOW DIAGRAM
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GROUND LIFTING & ISOLATION
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JUMPER MAPS
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (Rack Mount, etc..)
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PERFORMANCE GRAPHS
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SPECIFICATIONS
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CONTACT INFORMATION
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FCC NOTICE
INFORMATION FOR THE USER
CE NOTICE
INFORMATION FOR THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B or Class 2 digital device, pursuant to EN 55022 Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.
1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
4) Consult the dealer of an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The user may find the following publication prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful:
The user may find the following publication prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful:
Available exclusively from the Superintendent of Documents, Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402 (telephone 202-512-1800
“How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems” (Stock
Number 004-000-00345-4)
WARNING
Available exclusively from the Superintendent of Documents, Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402 (telephone 202-512-1800)
“How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems” (Stock
Number 004-000-00345-4)
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance to EN 55022 Rules could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance to Part 15 of the FCC Rules could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Product
Certified to meet the Standards in the categories: Audio/Video and Musical Instrument Apparatus for Household, Commercial, and Similar General Use EMI: FCC Part 15 Class B; ICAN ICES-003 Class B; EN55022
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This Class B apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Congratulations on your purchase of the Millennia TD-1 TWIN DIRECT
recording channel. TD-1 is the culmination of meticulous listening tests
on innumerable circuit, topology, and packaging designs over decades
of audio product development experience. Your TD-1 is a finely tuned
instrument intended for critical professional applications — with the added
benefits of selectable vacuum tube DI amplifier, all discrete FET solid
state DI amplifier, variable input impedances, Speaker Soak(tm), and
REAMP®, we feel it offers the world’s best sounding and most sonically
versatile DI + recording path. With the emergence of 24+ bit digital audio,
recording engineers are faced with a new requirement for undistorted
dynamic range. Twin Direct meets this challenge exceptionally well.
NOTE: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by MILLENNIA MEDIA, INC. (Millennia) could void your authority to operate this
equipment under the EC, ICAN, or FCC rules.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences due
Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada
BZT Declaration (German)
Bescheinigung de Millennia Media, Inc. hiermit wird bescheinigt, dass die
Direct Box TD-1 “TWIN DIRECT” in Übereinstimmung mit den Bestimmungen der VFG 523/1969, DIN 57871 / VDE 0871 / 09.84, und DIN 75875 Part
1 A2 / 10.90 (Amtsblattvertugung) funk-entstört ist.
Der Deutshchen Bundespost wurde das Inverkehrbringen dieses Gerats
angezeight und die Berechtigung zur Überprüfung der Serie auf Einhaltung
der Bestimmungen eingeräumt.
Einhaltung mit betreffenden Bestimmungen kommt darauf an, dass geschirmte Ausführungen gebraucht werden. Für die Beschaffung richtiger
Ausführungen ist der Betreiber Verantwortluich.
Dieses Gerät wurde sowohl einzelnals auch in einer Anlage, die einen
normalen Anwendungsfall nachbildet, auf die Einhaltung der Funkentstörbestimmungen gerprüft. Es ist jedoch möglich, dass die Funkentstörbestimmungenunter Ungunstigen Umständen bei anderen Gerätekombinationen nicht Eingehalten werden. Der Betreiber ist für die Einhaltung der
funkeutstörungsbestimmungen seiner gesamten Anlage verantwortlich, in
der dieses Gerät betrieben wird.
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1. Copyright: You acknowledge that no title to the intellectual property in
the TD-1 is transferred to you.
2. Inspection: Inspect packing box(es), TD-1, and cable(s) for damage,
unusual marks, or shortages. It is your responsibility to report damage,
shortage, or mis-shipments in a timely manner. Millennia and/or its dealers will not be responsible for claims arising from damage in shipping,
nor will claims for shortage or mis-shipments be honored, more than 10
days after ship date.
3. Read this manual carefully and completely before attempting to use
the TD-1. Improper operation could result in damage to product. It is the
user’s responsibility to understand the safe use and operation of this
device.
4. The shipping box of the TD-1 system will include (1) Owner’s Manual,
(2) TD-1, (3) a UL approved power cord (110 V countries only), (4) Owner’s Registration Card, (5) Four rubber feet with mounting hardware, and
(6) Steel carrying handle with mounting hardware. Fill out the Owner’s
Registration Card and return to Millennia at your earliest ability or register
on line at www.mil-media.com.
The material contained in this manual consists of information that is property of Millennia and is intended solely for use by the purchasers of the
equipment described in this manual. Without express written permission,
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the equipment described in this manual. This manual may not be duplicated in whole or in part without the written consent of Millennia.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
TD-1, TWIN DIRECT, Speaker Soak, and Twin Topology are trademarks
of Millennia Media, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective holders. TD-1 serial number is located on the rear left side of each
unit. We suggest that you record the serial number in the space provided
below. Refer to it whenever you call an authorized Millennia repair facility
or the manufacturer. Make sure that you return your completed warranty
card immediately.
WARNING: The TD-1 internal circuitry carries lethal voltages. Carefully
observe all warnings, precautions, and instructions on the TD-1 and as
described in the instructions supplied with the unit.
Features and specifications subject to change without notice.
© 2003 - Millennia Media, Inc., All rights reserved
For your safety and the safety of others, be sure to read and understand
all safety and operational instructions before attempting to use the TD-1.
1. WATER, MOISTURE, AND SPILLAGE
Do not attempt to use the TD-1 in, near, or around water or in unusually
moist environments, such as near a sink or swimming pool. Prevent liquids
or any other materials or objects from spilling or falling into the TD-1 unit.
2. HEAT AND VENTILATION
Serial No. __________________________________________________
Purchase Date ______________________________________________
Where Purchased ___________________________________________
Be sure to allow adequate ventilation to TD-1 and avoid using or installing
unit in close proximity to heat sources, such as heaters, stoves, radiators,
power amplifiers, spotlights, or other heat-producing appliances or equipment.
3. POWER SOURCES AND POWER CORD PROTECTION
The TD-1 Power Supply should be connected to a power source only of the
type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the Power Supply. Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched
by having objects placed on it. Pay particular attention to plugs, receptacles,
and the point where the AC power cord exits the TD-1.
4. GROUNDING
For your safety, it is extremely important that the grounding pin of the 3-wire
power cable (included with unit) be inserted into a grounding type 3-pin
power outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug into an existing outlet,
contact an electrician to install a properly grounded 3-pin power outlet,
preferably that with OFI / CFI protection, if available.
5. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
This unit should be repaired or serviced by qualified personnel whenever:
· The AC power cord has been damaged, or
· Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled into any TD-1 unit, or
· The unit does not function properly or exhibits a marked change in performance, or
· The unit has been abused, dropped, or damaged, or
· The unit has been exposed to rain or moisture
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6. SERVICING
Lethal voltages are found inside the TD-1 chassis. The user should not
attempt to repair or service this unit. All servicing and/or repairs should be
referred to Millennia.
If, after reading all instructions, precautions, and warnings, you have remaining questions, please contact Millennia directly before attempting to
use your TD-1. Retain this owner’s manual as a record of your purchase to
aid positive identification in the event of loss.
Before connecting power to the TD-1, assure that the rear panel voltage
selection fuse block switch is set correctly. In the USA or Japan, TD-1
is shipped with the voltage selection block set to 100-120 VAC. If you
change the voltage selection block to 200-240 VAC usage, be sure to
change both fuses to the correct types. See “Rear Panel” instructions for
proper fuse requirements.
The TD-1 enclosure measures approximately 8.5” wide x 3.5” high x
13.5” deep and is designed for mounting (in pairs) into a standard 2U,
19” equipment rack. If the TD-1 is mounted in a road case or other rack
which is prone to strong vibration or shock, it is highly recommended that
the rear of the TD-1 be supported or otherwise reinforced to withstand
such conditions. TD-1 contains high voltage vacuum tube and discrete
transistors, many running in Class-A bias. As such, the TD-1 TWIN DIRECT runs quite warm and should be mounted for proper ventilation with
at least one rack screw space open above and below the unit.
TD-1 is designed on a common ground topology. For high quality operation, and for your own safety and the safety of others, do not defeat the
power cord earth grounding pin. If required, earth ground can be lifted
safely via built-in switching, described later.
TD-1 FRONT-END PROTECTION: Millennia Music & Media Systems
enjoys a reputation for what many top engineers and producers call the
world’s most musically accurate and dynamically uniform microphone
preamplifier — the HV-3. But this thoroughbred design is not achieved
without certain operating criteria. Back-to-back Zener diodes protect the
super-matched discrete bipolar input transistors against high transient
energy spikes common when inserting and extracting XLR connectors.
To maintain top performance and protect the TD-1’s sensitive HV-3 frontend, it is advised that you do not insert or extract XLR connectors with
power on. Get in the habit of disabling AC power and waiting about ten
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seconds for the phantom power to fully “ramp down” before inserting or
removing a microphone. This is good advice for protecting your microphone investments, as well.
DESIGN
The TD-1 TWIN DIRECT is a collection of core Millennia products designed into a sophisticated recording channel + direct box. We believe
TD-1 is the world’s most versatile and absolutely best sounding DI (direct
injection) box. TD-1 offers numerous signal path topologies (vacuum
tube, discrete transistors, monolithics, three different audio transformers,
speaker soak, REAMPs, etc.) all sonically optimized to their respective
strengths.
TD-1 offers Twin Topology DI input stages which can be switched to
employ high voltage vacuum tube (12AT7) -or- 100% discrete transistor (J-FET) amplifiers. The user may also select low, medium, or high
input impedance on both input topologies, making TWIN DIRECT the
most versatile DI available. The TD-1 also offers two bands of Millennia’s
acclaimed NSEQ-2 fully parametric equalization, used by top mastering
facilities around the globe, fully sweepable from 20 Hz to 25 kHz. The
NSEQ-2 bands are provided for high-resolution audio sculpting of instruments such as guitar, bass and keyboard, or artistic and corrective work
— adding “air” and “punch,” removing “mud,” and so forth — all with the
natural, artifact-free audio qualities NSEQ is known for. Numerous functions and routing paths are available, as noted by name:
1.) HV-3 discrete hybrid solid state microphone preamplifier
2.) STT-1 ORIGIN vacuum tube DI Input with selectable impedances
3.) Class-A biased discrete J-FET DI input with selectable impedances
4.) NSEQ-2 dual band fully parametric equalizer, 20 Hz - 25 kHz
5.) Patented REAMP® dual guitar simulation outputs (Strat & Les Paul)
6.) Numerous Ground-Lift and Ground-Isolation switches and jumpers
7.) SPEAKER SOAK(tm) guitar amplifier Input Selection
8.) Audiophile-grade headphone output with level adjustment
9.) Class-A biased discrete solid-state FET output stage
10.) High performance DIT-01 output transformer, 3 Hz - 300 kHz
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TWIN DIRECT has four available audio inputs:
a discrete-hybrid balanced receiver with +45 dB of gain. Instrument (DI)
input is routed via TT switch to a vacuum tube buffer amplifier or discrete
solid state (FET) buffer amplifier, with triple input impedance selection
switching on both topologies. Any input may be attenuated via a -20 dB
pad switch. The DI input also offers a selectable guitar amplifier Speaker
Soaktm input and selectable buffered or unbuffered “direct DI through”
output. All inputs are followed by two bands of NSEQ-2 fully parametric
Eq stages (20 Hz – 25 kHz). Numerous routing, output, and grounding options round out the world’s most versatile and best sounding “direct box.”
1.) Line Input (XLR, front panel)
2.) HV–3 Mic Preamp Input (XLR, rear panel)
3.) DI Instrument Input (1/4” phone, front panel)
4.) Amplifier / Speaker Soak Input (1/4” phone, front panel)
TWIN DIRECT has nine different rear-panel audio outputs:
1.) REAMP® Les Paultm Guitar Simulation Output (1/4” phone)
2.) REAMP® Stratocastertm Guitar Simulation Output (1/4” phone)
3.) Balanced Line Level Output (XLR)
4.) Balanced Line Level Output (1/4” phone)
5.) Transformer Balanced Mic Level Output (XLR)
6.) Unbalanced Line Level Output (XLR)
7.) Unbalanced Line Level Output (1/4” phone)
8.) Headphone Output (1/4” phone)
9.) Direct “pass-through” Output (1/4” phone)
FRONT PANEL
INSTRUMENT DI / SPEAKER SOAKtm INPUT ¼” Unbal Phone Jack
QUICK START
OK, let’s get started. Disconnect TWIN DIRECT power for now. Grab a
guitar or bass or some other source with a 1/4” phone jack output. Plug
your source into TWIN DIRECT’s front panel 1/4” jack. Connect any
TWIN DIRECT output to your destination, such as the line input of a mixer. With the TT (Twin Topology) switch, select vacuum tube or solid state
input buffer amplifier. Turn gain knob fully CCW. Now connect power to
the unit. Let the unit “warm up” for a few minutes.
Turn the gain knob CW until a normal operating level is reached. If there
is too much level at the lowest gain setting, engage the PAD switch.
Press the TT switch a few times and listen to the sonic differences between the tube and solid state DI paths. A short auto-mute of the signal
path is normal on certain switch selections, including TT. Next, check all
three input impedance switch positions for the best sounding input loading. If no difference is detected, use the 2M position. Select the Eq bands
and make some normal Eq adjustments to see what effect they have on
your source. You’re rolling!
See the signal flow diagram later in this manual for TWIN DIRECT’s
extensive versatility. Mic input is routed directly to an authentic HV-3
microphone preamplifier with up to 65 dB of gain. Line input is routed to
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The heart of TWIN DIRECT. A normalled ¼” mono Phone Jack which
accepts any unbalanced source, such as MIDI instrument (keyboard,
sampler, etc..), electric guitar, electric bass, piezoelectric acoustic guitar
pickup, etc.. This DI (Direct Inject) input will accept virtually any known
DI signal level, from very low output passive sources, to high output (>15
Volts RMS) active sources. This input is also designed to accept direct
feed from a power amplifier, such as a guitar amp (see “Speaker Soak”
switch, below).
Most keyboards and MIDI instruments have electrically buffered outputs
exhibiting very low output impedance, generally under 150 ohms. On the
other hand, passive electric guitar pickups exhibit significantly higher output impedance. To properly “couple” this diversity of instruments in the
most musically pleasing manner, TWIN DIRECT offers three different input impedance settings that will help an artist “fine tune” the musicality of
any instrument, pickup, or program. Each time you try a new instrument
or MIDI device with the TWIN DIRECT, be sure to experiment with different topologies and input impedances to find the ideal sonic performance
(see “Twin Topology” and “Impedance Select” below). There is no inherently “right” setting — use your ears and production goals to determine the
best impedance bridge and input topology.
TWIN DIRECT’s dual DI amplifiers offer rich musical variation with
electric instruments — vacuum tube amplifiers are well known to “couple”
electric guitar and bass pickups differently than solid-state amplifiers.
Vacuum tubes offer a unique “sound” that solid-state doesn’t, and visa
versa. Each amplifier topology offers complimentary sonic performance
to the other, and both are widely used in professional recording and
stage work. Taking full advantage of this sonic duality, TWIN DIRECT
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offers Millennia’s Twin Topology® high voltage vacuum tube DI amplifier
-and- all discrete J-FET transistor amplifier. Either topology is selectable with the Twin Topology (TT) select switch. More information on this
unique technology is found in the “Input TT” section, below.
LINE INPUT + REAMP® INPUT Balanced Female XLR
TD-1 FRONT PANEL
Standard 3-pin XLR input (Pin 2 hot) which will accept any balanced or
unbalanced line-level signal. A 20 dB pad (attenuator) is included for
ultra-hot signals, but because of the TD-1’s extremely high native line
input headroom (+23 dBu) this pad should rarely be required (see “Pad”
switch, below).
This input employs a discrete-hybrid, solid-state amplifier topology and
fixed input impedance (6,900 ohms x 2). One common use of this input
will be playback of recorded electric guitar or electric bass program.
Guitar and bass program can be recorded and then played back at a
later date directly into a guitar amplifier using TWIN DIRECT’s patented
REAMP feature. This allows an audio engineer to achieve the original
“coupling” characteristics of a guitarist and live guitar amplifier without
the guitarist’s presence, thus allowing more time for experimentation with
different guitar amps, room tones, and mic technique at any future time.
(See “REAMP” section, below.)
Of course, TWIN DIRECT’s Line Input is ideal for any other line-level
source, including mixer outputs, recording device outputs, samplers,
DAWs, synths, DACs, active instruments, outboard gear such as compressors and stand-alone instrument preamplifiers.
DI INPUT IMPEDANCE SELECT
Dual pushbutton switches
A pair of switches which allow selection of three input impedances on the
¼” Instrument Input (above). Acoustic instrument pickups are especially
sensitive to load impedance. Each input impedance will couple instruments with varying sonic performance. Adjust these switches with each
new source to find the most musically satisfying setting. In some cases,
all three impedance settings will give very similar sonic results. In other
cases, the differences will be obvious. Remember, “musically correct” is
an artistic production judgement — only your ears can tell you which input
impedance is optimal for your instrument and artistic goals. Settings are
LOW (aprox 470 Kilohms), MEDIUM (aprox 2 Megohms), HIGH (aprox
10 Megohms). HIGH input impedance is achieved with both switches
disengaged. DI input impedance is selectable only on DI input, not on
mic or line inputs. 2M is recommended as the default setting.
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+48V PHANTOM POWER Pushbutton Switch
a speaker cabinet. Note that the power amplifier must be plugged into
speakers designed for the full power rating of the amplifier whenever the
power amplifier is feeding the TWIN DIRECT. A typical application would
be taking a parallel feed from a guitar amplifier or speaker cabinet during
live or studio performance. Power amplifier output should be wired in
“parallel” with speakers and the TWIN DIRECT’s Instrument Input jack.
TWIN DIRECT will not effect the sound or performance of the power amplifier or speakers. TWIN DIRECT will accept power amplifier input when
this switch is depressed and illuminated. Insert a power amplifier into
the TWIN DIRECT only when this switch is depressed and illuminated.
Failure to do so could result in serious damage.
INPUT GROUND LIFT / ISOLATE Pushbutton Switch
Wonderfully rich and spacious electric guitar recordings can be achieved
by using a pair of microphones on a guitar speaker cabinet, along with a
direct feed into TD-1’s Speaker Soak input — with all three signals mixed
together. Try using a pair of sonically dissimilar microphones, such as a
Royer 121 and Josephson 606 (two of our favorites). Place each mic in a
different position to maximize its unique strengths. One trick to maximize
tonal “fullness” is to focus your ears on the “hum” and “hiss” of an idle
guitar amp speaker, then position mics to maximize the depth and presence of that hum and hiss.
A switch which provides phantom power (+48 Volts DC) to the microphone. When this switch is depressed (illuminated red), phantom power
is applied simultaneously through dual 6.81k ohm resistors to pins 2
and 3 of the rear panel three pin female XLR mic input connector. Use
phantom power with condenser and other microphones requiring traditional phantom supply. Do not use phantom with ribbons, moving coil,
and other microphones which do not require phantom power. Use care,
as well, not to insert or extract mic cables from the TD-1 when phantom
power is active. This could damage both microphone and the sensitive
HV-3 front end.
A switch which removes the ¼” Instrument (DI) Input ground from TWIN
DIRECT’s internal audio grounding. This switch also employs an internal
jumper which selects true ground lift, or ground “isolation” via resistive
and capacitive coupling (See Jumper Map). When jumper is installed and
this switch is depressed, ground is isolated via series resistance. When
jumper is not installed (factory default), and switch is depressed, ground
is lifted. A momentary pop may occur when lifting grounds – you may wish
to remove power from the TWIN DIRECT when experimenting with any
ground lifting technique.
Note that Input Ground Lift / Isolate should only be used in cases
where a ground loop cannot be corrected by first lifting earth or output
grounds. Lifting earth ground from power ground will usually correct
ground loops and hum problems. Of course, for safety, never defeat the
earth/chassis power cord ground bond. Always assure that the “third pin”
(earth ground) on the IEC power cord remains connected to the TWIN
DIRECT’s IEC input connector. If you must lift earth ground, you may do
this via the rear panel switch. (See “Earth Ground / Isolate Lift” switch
and “Output Ground Lift” switch, below.)
POLARITY REVERSE Pushbutton Switch
A switch which reverses polarity of the TD-1 signal path immediately after
the gain adjustment amplifier. See Signal Flow Diagram for detail. Polarity on main outputs is flipped 180 degrees with respect to the input when
this switch is depressed and illuminated.
SPEAKER SOAKtm INPUT Pushbutton Switch
A switch which allows the Instrument DI / Speaker Soak Input (above) to
accept signal directly from the output of a power amplifier connected to
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GAIN CONTROL
A potentiometer offering up to 65 dB of gain for the mic input and 45 dB
for instrument and line .
— FRONT PANEL: EQUALIZER SECTION —
PARAMETRIC EQ BAND IN/OUT Pushbutton Switch “IN”
A switch (2 ea) which places its associated Eq band in circuit or out of
circuit. There are two bands of fully parametric equalization on the TD-1.
Frequency bands are labeled LF [20 Hz - 2.5 kHz] and HF [250 Hz - 25
kHz]. An Eq band is in circuit when its associated band switch and main
Eq on/off switch (below) are depressed and LEDs are illuminated. Because of the equalizer’s unique network-shunt design, Eq bands should
have no detectable sonic signature when they are in circuit as long as the
boost/cut control is set at zero. Band In/Out switches are provided both
for comparing a single Eq band setting versus flat-band response, and for
bypassing the Eq band entirely.
PARAMETRIC EQ BOOST/CUT CONTROL
Conductive plastic rotary potentiometer (2 ea) offering up to 15 dB of
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boost and cut. Frequency curve shape is peak/dip type (see “Q”). The
Boost / Cut potentiometer has 21 detent positions for accurate repeatability and session logging. Detents can be removed by the factory upon
customer request.
PARAMETRIC EQ FREQUENCY CONTROL
Conductive plastic rotary potentiometer (2 ea) which sweeps all center
frequencies from 20 Hz to 25 kHz. The low band (LF) sweeps 20 Hz to
250 Hz -or- 200 Hz to 2.5 kHz, depending on the status of Frequency
Range Switch (below). The high band (HF) sweeps 250 Hz to 2.5 kHz
-or- 2.5 kHz to 25 kHz, depending on the status of Frequency Range
Switch (below). This control is optionally available with 21-step detents
for accurate repeatability and logging.
PARAMETRIC EQ FREQ RANGE SELECT
Pushbutton Switch “10X”
A switch (2 ea) which selects 1X or 10X parametric frequency multiplier.
When switch is depressed and corresponding LED is illuminated, frequencies as shown on front panel legend are multiplied by 10X. When
switch is not depressed and LED is not illuminated, frequencies are as
shown on front panel legend.
PARAMETRIC EQ QUALITY CONTROL “Q”
Conductive plastic rotary potentiometer (2 ea) which sweeps “Q” (Quality
factor) from 0.4 to 4.0. “Q” is defined as the ratio of the center frequency
to the bandwidth. For example, a filter boost setting with “3 dB down”
points near 100 Hz and 1000 Hz exhibits a “Q” of approximately 0.4. To
achieve a reasonably equivalent response of shelving Eq, simply dial in
the broadest Q (0.4) and boost or cut near a typical frequency extreme
(e.g., 50 Hz or 10 kHz). This control is optionally available with 21-step
detents for accurate repeatability and session logging.
PARAMETRIC EQ IN/OUT SELECT Pushbutton Switch “EQ IN”
A switch which places the single (yes, only one) active Eq amplifier in the
signal path. Minimal signal path Eq topology assures consistently faithful
musical performance.
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— FRONT PANEL: ROUTING SECTION —
LED INDICATORS
Power / SP / OL
Three LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) which indicate the presence of
DC power (Amber), the presence of a nominal (-25 dBu) audio signal
(Green), and the presence of an audio signal which has exceeded +26
dBu at the balanced line level output (Red). Note that TWIN DIRECT’s
balanced line level output has a maximum output level of +32 dBu. As
such, when the red overload LED turns on, the TD-1 balanced line output is not clipping, but has twice the reserve output voltage headroom
remaining before clipping. The OL LED is set to indicate a maximum
operating level in typical audio environments.
INPUT “TT” TWIN TOPOLOGY
Pushbutton Switch
A switch which selects the amplifier topology used to buffer the DI Instrument Input. When switch is depressed and illuminated, the Instrument
Input is routed to an all-discrete, solid-state J-FET (field-effect transistor)
DI buffer amplifier providing musically accurate Millennia audio performance. When switch is not depressed and not illuminated, the Instrument
Input is routed to a high voltage twin triode vacuum tube (12AT7) DI
buffer amplifier which can provide a softer, rounder tonal coloration. Note
that Twin Topology input amplifiers are available only on the DI input,
not on the Mic or Line inputs. Mic and Line inputs are routed directly to a
discrete-hybrid solid-state amplifier (see Signal Flow Diagram).
INPUT SELECT
Pushbutton Switch
A switch which selects between the Line/Mic and Instrument inputs.
When switch is depressed and illuminated, the Line/Mic Input is selected.
When switch is not depressed and non-illuminated, the Instrument DI
Input is selected.
PAD -20 dB
Pushbutton Switch
A switch which attenuates (“pads”) all inputs (balanced or unbalanced) by
-20 dB, thus increasing the maximum input headroom. Pad is engaged
when switch is depressed and illuminated. In most recording or stage applications, this pad will not be necessary and is included only for unusually hot sources.
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REAR PANEL
MICROPHONE INPUT
“HV-3 MIC IN”
Millennia’s HV-3 microphone preamplifier is a world standard in classical
and critical acoustic music recording. Used to record well over half of all
major Hollywood film scores, chosen by countless recording and touring
artists, employed by numerous microphone manufacturers for research
and development, and found in more symphony and opera halls than any
other — we believe there is no better choice when musical reality and
dynamic uniformity are sonic priorities.
HV-3 input is a conventional 3-pin female XLR input jack for use with all
standard balanced microphones, both phantom and non-phantom powered. Provides +48 Volts DC Phantom powering via front panel switch.
Input impedance is approximately 6,200 ohms with phantom power
switched in.
TD-1 REAR PANEL
Microphone Input shares the same internal signal path as the balanced
line level (front panel) input but is not designed as a mixing path. For optimal performance when line input is in use, disconnect microphone, and
visa versa. To achieve a signal path that is identical to Millennia’s HV-3B,
HV-3C, or HV-3D units, use the active balanced line output (Main Output
#1, below).
Pin 2 is positive polarity. Pin 3 is negative polarity. Connector contacts
are Neutrik gold plated. It is suggested that XLR cable connectors used
with the TD-1 employ identical plating. Maximum microphone input
level is +23 dBu. For reference, a Neumann U87Ai directly in front of a
screaming vocalist (127 dB SPL) will output approximately -6 dBu.
TRANSFORMER-COUPLED (GALVANIC ISOLATION) BALANCED OUTPUT
Unsatisfied with “off-the-shelf” DI transformer solutions, Millennia designed a superior DI-dedicated transformer from the ground up. This
superior large geometry transformer (Millennia type DIT-01) exhibits
better than 3 Hz to 300 kHz frequency response (-3 dB), very low distortion, and excellent phase uniformity.
Output employs conventional 3-pin male XLR connector providing the
transformer-coupled, fully “galvanically isolated” microphone level signal.
Pin 1 is ground. Pin 2 is positive polarity. Pin 3 is negative polarity. Output impedance is approximately 150 ohms, which is nominally equivalent
to most professional recording microphone. Ground (pin 1) may be lifted
by engaging (up position) the toggle switch to the right of this XLR (see
rear panel drawing).
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Use this transformer-isolated output when (1) you require a microphonelevel signal or simply desire the coloration effect offered by certain
outboard mic preamps, (2) your application requires 100% galvanic isolation, or (3) as a last resort if the Line Output (above) level is too hot, or if
your destination cannot handle line-level program. Output XLR connector
contacts are Neutrik gold plated. It is suggested that XLR cable connectors used with the TD-1 employ identical plating.
TRANSFORMER OUTPUT GROUND LIFT
Toggle Switch
A toggle switch which, when in the up position, lifts internal ground from
the Transformer-Coupled Output (above). When switch is in down position, Transformer Output XLR Pin 1 sources internal analog ground.
MAIN OUTPUT #1
“BAL LINE OUTS”
“UNBAL LINE OUTS”
Conventional three pin male XLR and 1/4” mono phone connectors wired
in parallel, providing unbalanced active line level outputs. Can be used
simultaneously with all other outputs. Pin 1 (sleeve) is ground. Pin 2 (tip)
is positive polarity. Pin 3 (ring) is ground. These unbalanced line level
outputs are capable of driving 600 ohm loads and long, high capacitance
cables with a maximum output level of +26 dBu. Outputs are 100%
discrete solid state (total of seven Field Effect Transistors) and are fully
Class-A biased. These outputs will usually drive balanced / differential
destinations with no interface concerns. In the rare instance where a
balanced destination exhibits difficulty with an unbalanced source, use
the balanced XLR or ¼” line output (above). XLR connector contacts are
Neutrik gold plated. It is suggested that XLR cable connectors used with
the TD-1 employ identical plating.
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“DIRECT OUT”
Conventional ¼” phone jack providing unbalanced output directly (“multed”) from DI input — before vacuum tube or discrete transistor impedance
buffers. This output is taken directly from the ¼” DI input jack. Direct Output can be used simultaneously with all other outputs. Ring and Sleeve
are ground. With a positive input polarity, Tip is positive-going output polarity. This passive Direct Output can be also jumper selected with active
buffering from DI input. (See Jumper Map and Signal Flow Diagram later
in manual.) IMPORTANT: Using the Direct Output (buffered or unbuffered) will impact DI input impedance. Unless you have a specific application for the direct output, it is best to leave this output unconnected.
REAMP® OUTPUTS
Conventional three pin male XLR and 1/4” stereo phone connectors
wired in parallel, providing differentially balanced active line level output. Can be used simultaneously with all other outputs. Pin 1 (sleeve) is
ground. Pin 2 (tip) is positive polarity. Pin 3 (ring) is negative polarity. See
Jumper Map for instructions on changing configuration for Pin 3 positive
polarity. This balanced line level output is capable of driving 600 ohm
loads and long, high capacitance cables with a maximum output level
of +32 dBu. Outputs may be configured in an unbalanced pin 2 (tip) hot
configuration by either grounding pin 3 (ring), or taking pin 2 directly as
an unbalanced signal while floating (not connecting) pin 3 (ring). In the
latter configuration, output is 6 dB lower than the former configuration.
XLR connector contacts are Neutrik gold plated. It is suggested that XLR
cable connectors used with the TD-1 employ identical plating.
MAIN OUTPUT #2
INSTRUMENT DI DIRECT OUTPUT
“REAMP I” & “REAMP II”
Conventional 1/4” female phone connectors (2 ea) providing passiveguitar-pickup emulation via the patented REAMP technology (U.S. Pat
no. 6,005,950). Tip is signal positive polarity, Ring and Sleeve are galvanically isolated ground. Millennia helped develop the original REAMP
concept, and now refines REAMP-ing technology to more effectively
emulate the output characteristics of Stratocaster®
style single-coil pickups (REAMP Type I) and Les Paul® style dual-coil
“hum bucking” pickups (REAMP Type II). Both REAMP outputs can be
used simultaneously along with all other TWIN DIRECT outputs.
“Active sources” such as Tape Machine, DAW, and Hard Disk Recorder
provide an output impedance roughly 100 times lower than found on
passive electric guitar pickups. Driving a guitar amplifier from such active sources will often result in a signal that sounds too “clean.” TWIN
DIRECT’s patented REAMP guitar simulation magnetics provide both
level and impedance matching characteristics which mimic traditional
electric guitar pickups, thus tricking the guitar amplifier to sound like a
live guitarist is playing. Use REAMP outputs to “re-amplify” a guitarist’s
performance at a later date, allowing unlimited time for experimentation
with different guitar amplifiers and miking techniques long after the guitarist has gone home.
REAMP outputs are driven from specially wound shielded magnetics designed to closely emulate the output characteristic of each guitar
pickup. TD-1 outputs can also be special-ordered with dual Les Paul
or dual Strat emulation transformers. As of this writing, other emulation transformers (Jazz Bass, Precision Bass, etc..) are in development,
though REAMP Type II should perform adequately with most bass guitar
program.
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With thanks to our local AES President, Tim Pratt, internal polarity reversing jumpers are now provided on each REAMP output (see Jumper
Map for detail.) The recording engineer may encounter a situation where
reversing relative polarity of a REAMP output will give improved artistic
results. Note that the relative polarity of other TWIN DIRECT outputs remain unchanged, and may be used simultaneously with REAMP outputs
to achieve a wide range of unique “mixed tonality” effects. Hey, experiment and be daring — you might just find a sound with “hit” written all over
it.
Millennia is also indebted to Professor Steve Errede at the University of
Illinois (Urbana) for his brilliant research into the electro-physics of guitar
pickups. We’re constantly looking for ways to improve our products. If
there is an instrument pickup you would like Millennia to emulate, contact
us.
FUSES:
For 100-120 VAC mains, use two 5 x 20 mm, 500 mA, slow blow (N.
America), 250 V, Littelfuse 218 or equiv.
For 200-240 VAC mains, use two 5 x 20 mm, 250 mA, slow blow (N.
American), 250 V, Littelfuse 218 or equiv.
POWER ENTRY “IEC Power Receptacle”
HEADPHONE OUTPUT “PHONES”
Conventional 1/4” phone jack providing monophonic headphone output. Output level is adjustable via an inset “PHONES LEVEL” trimmer
potentiometer (below). Tip and Ring are signal positive polarity, Sleeve is
ground. Headphone output has been optimized for use with Sennheiser
model HD-600, though any professional headphone will work great.
HEADPHONE OUTPUT LEVEL
power line. Both fuses must be installed. To change the mains voltage
selection, remove IEC power connector and assure that the TD-1 is not
connected to mains power. With a non-conductive tool, gently pry the
fuse block away from the power entry module. Remove the two fuses and
replace both with type as shown below. Slide out the internal PC Board,
turn it over, and reinsert the PCB so that the desired AC mains voltage
appears in the viewing window. Double check that the fuses installed
correspond to the AC mains voltage range which appears in the viewing
window. Gently push the fuse block back until it snaps flush and snug.
An IEC-type AC line-power receptacle for use with removable cords. Use
only the power cord provided with the TD-1 unit or equivalent U/L approved type SV, SVT, SJ, or SJT AC power supply cord. Never defeat the
third pin earth ground on the power cord. If earth ground lifting is desired,
use the Earth Lift switch (see above).
“PHONES LEVEL”
Twenty-turn trimmer potentiometer which controls the Headphone Amplifier Output level. To make a level adjustment, use only an insulated
“trimpot wand” designed specifically for trimpot adjustment. Use of a
non-insulated screwdriver could damage your TD-1.
EARTH GROUND LIFT “EARTH LIFT” Pushbutton Switch
A switch through which Earth ground is connected to internal power
and audio ground. Depressing and illuminating this switch will lift Earth
ground from internal audio and power ground paths, and may cure a
ground “hum” problem. When using this switch, the integrity of the Earthto-Chassis ground bond is never compromised. Do not lift or defeat the
Earth grounding pin on the AC power plug or receptacle.
AC VOLTAGE MAINS SELECTION “100-120” or “200-240”
A power entry module with removable fuse holder block. This fuse holder
block is selectable for 100 - 120 Volt or 200 - 240 Volt worldwide mains
powering. The fuse block contains two fuses — one fuse is in series
with the hot power line while the other fuse is in series with the neutral
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SIGNAL FLOW DIAGRAM
MIC 2
IN
(option)
FEMALE XLR
(rear panel)
LINE
IN
+48V Phantom
OL
SP
PHANTOM
MIC-LINE / INST
SELECT
-20 dB AUTO-BALANCED ATTENUATOR
-20 dB PAD
+35 dB DISCRETE
BIPOLAR
AMPLIFIER
SOAK INPUT
MUST BE USED WITH
SPEAKER CONNECTED!
OPTIONAL
HV-3 PREAMP
TRIODE
VACUUM TUBE
AMPLIFIER
SPEAKER
SOAKtm
SINGLE-ENDED AUDIO PATH
250V
DIFFERENTIAL AUDIO PATH
DI / INSTRUMENT IN
TT SELECT
TT SELECT
1/4“ PHONE
JACK (front panel)
470K
2.0M
UNBALANCED
LINE OUT
2
BALANCED
LINE OUT
2
10M
BUFFERED
HI-Z
MONOLITHIC
SOLID STATE
AMPLIFIER
DIRECT
OUTPUT
BUFFERED
1/4” PHONE
JACK (rear panel)
50V
ALL DISCRETE
SOLID STATE (FET)
D.I. AMPLIFIER
50V
UNBUFFERED
50V
MALE XLR
(rear panel)
1/4” PHONE
JACK (rear panel)
+32 dBu Max
1/4” PHONE
JACK (rear panel)
MALE XLR
(rear panel)
MONOLITHIC
SOLID STATE
AMPLIFIER
1/4” PHONE
JACK (rear panel)
MONOLITHIC
SOLID STATE
AMPLIFIER
(x2)
EQ SELECT
POWER SUPPLY GROUND LIFT / ISOLATE
®
INPUT GROUND LIFT / ISOLATE
J
LIFT
LIFT
®
POWER
GROUND
EARTH /
CHASSIS
GROUND
50V
MET-01 REAMP® GUITAR
SIMULATION MAGNETICS
AUDIO
GROUND
POWER SUPPLY
INPUT SECTION
GROUND
INPUT SECTION
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GROUND
MIC-LEVEL
OUTPUT GROUND
OUTPUT TRANSFORMER
MONOLITHIC
SOLID STATE
AMPLIFIER
DC
DC POWER
Millennia Media TD-1 “TWIN DIRECT”
SIGNAL FLOW DIAGRAM
Signal Path Simplified for Clarity
®
MET-02 REAMP GUITAR
SIMULATION MAGNETICS
MONOLITHIC
SOLID STATE
AMPLIFIER
INTERNAL DC POWER
+5V
+12V
+18V
-18V
+25V
-25V
+50V
+250V
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Http://www.mil-media.com
Copyright 2003 Millennia Media, Inc.
Trademarks herein are property of
their respective holders.
1/4” PHONE
JACK (rear panel)
Millennia
LIFT
MILLENNIA TYPE DIT-01
D.I. TRANSFORMER
50V
®
OUTPUT GROUND LIFT
ISOLATE
ISOLATE
1/4” PHONE
JACK (rear panel)
REAMP
LES PAUL
OUTPUT
EQ SELECT
ATTENUATOR
REAR PANEL
50V
MALE XLR
(rear panel)
REAMP
STRAT
OUTPUT
DUAL-BAND FULLY PARAMETRIC
EQUALIZER 20 Hz - 25 kHz
Q = 0.4 to 4.0 +/-15 dB RANGE
50V
J
2
POLARITY
REVERSE
(PASSIVE)
ALL DISCRETE
CLASS-A BIAS
SOLID STATE (FET)
AMPLIFIER
+26 dBu Max
HEADPHONE
OUTPUT
FRONT
PANEL
GAIN
ADJ
INSTRUMENT
INPUT LOADING
UNBUFFERED
®
SIGNAL PRESENT
2
FEMALE XLR
(front panel)
TRANSFORMERISOLATED BALANCED
OUTPUT
OVERLOAD
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GROUND LIFTS & ISOLATES
Grounding remains a subject of debate within the audio community, yet
standard grounding practices, such as outlined by Muncy, Atkinson, Giddings, Windt, Fause, (et al) in their foundational AES Journal papers (J.
Audio Eng. Soc. Vol 43 No. 6 1995 June), define clearly the safest and
best performing grounding practices for both recording engineers and
product designers. Design inconsistencies among audio product manufacturers, along with the variables of real-world recording environments
(such as AC power irregularities in large auditoriums and old churches)
can present the recording engineer with “ground” far from zero volts potential, or even multiple “AC power grounds” exhibiting varying potential
throughout a building or stage.
JUMPER MAPS
INPUT PCB
BUFFERED
JP3 JUMPER WHICH SELECTS INTERNAL
PATH OF DIRECT OUTPUT.
UNBUFF
JP1
JUMPERS AT TOP OF JP2 & JP3 GIVES
ACTIVE BUFFERED DIRECT OUTPUT,
BUT MAY REDUCE DI INPUT IMPEDANCE.
JUMPER ON HEADER JP1 CREATES
RESISTIVE + CAPACITIVE ISOLATION
WHEN INPUT GROUND LIFT SWITCH IS
SELECTED
BUFFERED
JP3 JUMPERS AT BOTTOM OF JP2 & JP3
GIVES HARD WIRED FEED FROM DI
INPUT TO DIRECT OUTPUT. DEFAULT.
UNBUFF
JUMPER WHICH SELECTS INTERNAL
INPUT GROUND LIFTING PATH
JP1
JUMPER OFF HEADER JP1 GIVES TRUE
GROUND LIFT WHEN INPUT GROUND
LIFT SWITCH IS SELECTED. DEFAULT.
Because of these wide variations, a well-designed DI box must effectively
anticipate all manner of audio and electrical systems. To remedy most
interface problems, TWIN DIRECT provides five different methods of
ground alteration options, allowing an unusually high level of user control
over hums and potential mismatch.
A WORD ON ISOLATION Inside TWIN DIRECT are jumpers which allow Input and Earth Ground
Lift switches to be converted to Ground Isolation paths. Ground Lift is
a complete removal of all internal ground paths (earth, power, or audio)
from the targeted audio connector(s). Ground Isolation is a technique
whereby the ground path of targeted connector(s) is delivered in series with certain passive components. Ground remains “sensed” at the
connector(s), yet it becomes “isolated” via series resistance. If pure
ground lifting does not cure a hum problem, isolation may be an effective
technique.
Ground lift and isolation options are presented in the Rear Panel, Front
Panel, and Jumper Map sections of this manual. When encountering
hums or buzzes, try altering TWIN DIRECT’s internal grounding, as follows: (1) Earth Ground Lift, (2) Input Ground Lift, (3) Using Transformer
Output, (4) Using Transformer Output with Ground Lift, (5) Input Ground
Isolate. By itself, the galvanically isolated DIT-01 transformer output will
provide an ideal source of ground isolation. For your personal safety and
the safety of others, never under any circumstance lift earth ground before it enters the TWIN DIRECT’s IEC power connector. When IEC earth
ground is secured, earth-to-chassis safety integrity is preserved under
all circumstances, regardless of TWIN DIRECT’s internal ground lift or
ground isolation selections.
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Direct Output Buffered / Non-Buffered Output Jumper
Input Ground Lift / Isolate Jumper — Input Board
For more on jumper options inside the TWIN DIRECT, please refer to the
Signal Flow Diagram and detail instruction pages. Remember, before
you remove TWIN DIRECT’s top cover, always assure that the IEC AC
power plug has been disconnected for at least five minutes. This will allow potentially lethal voltages inside the TWIN DIRECT to dissipate to a
safe level.
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JUMPER MAPS
MAIN PCB
Signal polarity is selected via
jumpers pairs. When jumpers
are on their own headers, polarity is
normal. When jumpers straddle two
headers, polarity is reversed.
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Emulation
Transformer
Emulation
Transformer
MET-01
MET-02
JP3-JP4 REAMP I POLARITY
JP1-JP2 REAMP II POLARITY
Normal Polarity
Reversed Polarity
JP6-JP7 BAL LINE OUT POLARITY
Normal Polarity
Reversed Polarity
Reamp and Balanced Line Output Polarity Jumpers — Main Board
For more on jumper options inside the TWIN DIRECT, please refer to the
Signal Flow Diagram and detail instruction pages. Remember, before
you remove TWIN DIRECT’s top cover, always assure that the IEC AC
power plug has been disconnected for at least five minutes. This will allow potentially lethal voltages inside the TWIN DIRECT to dissipate to a
safe level.
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PERFORMANCE GRAPHS
ASSEMBLY OF FOUR RUBBER FEET
 Locate four large rubber feet and four #10-32 x 5/8" pan head phillips
mounting screws, included with TD-1 shipping box.
 Using a #2 phillips screwdriver, attach each rubber foot with a single
#10-32 x 5/8" pan head screw and tighten snug.
 Rubber feet attach at each corner on the TD-1 bottom, per diagram
below.
 Note that the four provided mounting screws must be used to mount
rubber feet. Using screws of a longer length could cause serious
damage to TD-1's internal electronics components.
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dB
HV-3 Active Balanced Output Frequency Response
+3
+2
+1
+0
-1
-2
-3
10
FOOT
200k
FOOT
Hz
TD-1 Transformer Balanced Output Frequency Response
dB
+5
TD-1 CHASSIS BOTTOM
+4
+3
+2
+1
FOOT
FOOT
+0
-1
-2
-3
-4
ASSEMBLY OF CARRYING HANDLE
 Locate steel carrying handle and two #8-32 x 3/8" flat head phillips
mounting screws, included in TD-1 shipping box.
 TD-1 is designed so that the carrying handle will mount on the top
cover or side panel.
 Using a #2 phillips screwdriver, attach handle to chassis with the
provided #8-32 x 3/8" pan head screws.
 Note that the provided mounting screws must be used to mount the
handle. Using screws of a longer length could cause serious
damage to TD-1's internal electronics components.
1K
Hz
100K 200K
10K
TD-1 Instrument Path (Tube Topology) Frequency Response
+3
+2
+1
-1
 A rugged Cordura nylon custom-made "Gig Bag" is available for the
TD-1. Pack your TD-1 into its glove-fitted Gig Bag for protection
when traveling, or keeping TD-1 clean and safe when not in use.
Includes shoulder strap, and pockets for storing cables.
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d
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u
TD-1 GIG BAG (OPTION)
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10
TD-1
-2
-3
10
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100
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10K
Hz
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TD-1 Line / Mic THD (Active Balanced +27 dBu output)
TD-1 Mic Path Phase Response
0.009
0.007
+30
0.005
0.004
+20
0.003
0.002
+10
d
e
g
%
0.001
+0
0.0007
-10
0.0005
0.0004
-20
-30
20
20
50
100
200
500
1k
2k
5k
10k
20k
100
Hz
1K
10K
20K
50k
Hz
TD-1 Instrument Path (Tube Topology) THD
0.5
0.2
0.1
0.05
%
0.02
0.01
0.005
0.002
0.001
0.0004
20
20k
Hz
TD-1
TD-1 Instrument Path (Solid State Topology) THD
0.5
0.2
0.1
0.05
%
0.02
TD-1 represents the work of many dedicated individuals. Millennia takes
this opportunity to recognize the team that made it happen: Daniel & Cynthia La Grou, Mike Johnson, Larry Boyle, Peggy Smith, Joshua & Jason
Galbraith, Darrell Ziebell, Debby Billington, and Charlotte Flowers.
0.01
0.005
0.002
0.001
0.0004
20
1K
100
10K
20K
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TWIN DIRECT TD-1 SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Instrument / DI Input Amplifier Topology
THD + Noise, 20 Hz - 30 kHz (35 dB Gain)
Intermodulation Distortion
Frequency Response @ -3 dB points
Frequency Response @ -0.5 dB points
Frequency Response, DIT-01 Transformer
Frequency Response, DI - Tube Path
Frequency Response, DI - SS Path
Maximum Balanced Mic Input Level Maximum Balanced Line Input Level
Maximum DI Input Level (Tube & SS)
Maximum Output Level
Maximum System Gain
Input Impedance (mic)
Input Impedance (line)
Input Impedance (DI - Tube & SS)
Output Impedance Noise (Mic) (Eq out, 60 dB gain)
Noise (Line) (Eq in, 10 dB gain)
Noise (DI)
(Eq in, 10 dB gain)
Common Mode Rejection Ratio, mic in
Phase Error (Eq out)
Three-pin XLR Polarity ¼” Phone Polarity (unbal)
¼” Phone Polarity (balanced)
TUBE: Selected dual triode vacuum tube (250V)
SOLID STATE: All discrete J-FET amplifier (50V)
0.0005% typical mic / line, 0.03% typical vacuum tube
0.0009% typical mic / line, 0.03% typical vacuum tube
3 Hz to 300 kHz, typical. Varies with path & topology
7 Hz to 100 kHz, typical. Varies with path & topology
Better than 3 Hz to 300 kHz (+/- 3.0 dB)
-1.0 dB, better than 10 Hz to 40 kHz
-1.0 dB, better than 5 Hz to 100 kHz
+23 dBu (Pad not engaged)
+23 dBu (+43 dBu Pad engaged, or >100 Volts RMS)
+18 dBu (+26 dBu Pad engaged, or >15 Volts RMS)
+32 dBu active balanced outputs, +26 dBu unbal outputs
65 dB standard
6,200 ohms, nominal with phantom power engaged
6,900 ohms, pad out.
switchable: 470K ohms / 2M ohms / 10M ohms
24.3 (x2) ohms balanced. 49.9 ohms unbalanced
-128 dB EIN, 150 ohm source
-105 dBu
-90 dBu
> 60 dB typical, 100 mV CM (10 Hz - 100 kHz)
> 80 dB typical @ 60 & 120 Hz, 100 mV CM
Less than +/- 5 degrees 50 Hz to 20 kHz, typical
Pin 2 = positive polarity, Pin 1 = ground
Sleeve = ground, Tip = positive polarity
Sleeve = ground, Tip = pos pol, Ring = neg pol
EQUALIZER
Maximum Boost & Cut
Parametric “Q” Adjustment Range
Low Freq (LF) Parametric Sweep Freqs
High Freq (HF) Parametric Sweep Freqs
Bypass Selection on Each Eq Band?
Eq IN / OUT Switch?
Eq Topology
+/- 15 dB (21 step detent)
Q = 0.4 to 4.0, sweepable
20 Hz to 220 Hz -or- 200 Hz to 2.2 kHz (sw selectable)
250 Hz to 2.5 kHz -or- 2.5 kHz to 25 kHz (sw selectable)
Yes
Yes
Solid State
ELECTRO-MECHANICAL
Power Consumption
Power Requirements Fuses (2 required) 100-120VAC Mains
200-240VAC Mains
Internal DC Power
Dimensions
Net Weight
35 Watts, nominal
100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60Hz, selectable
2 ea 500mA (5x20mm, U.S. slow-blow, 250V)
2 ea 250mA (5x20mm, U.S. slow-blow, 250V)
+250V, +48V, +25V, -25V, +18V, -18V, +12.6V, +5V
approximately 8.5” W x 13” D x 3.5” H
approximately 16 pounds
* Maximum HV-3 preamplifier gain can be factory modified up to 85 dB upon customer request.
Millennia Media reserves the right to change specification and delivery without notice.
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