Samson S direct plus Stereo Direct Insertion Box User Manual

S direct plus is a direct insertion box that can be directly inserted into the PA system to convert instrument input signals to balanced output signals.


Samson S direct plus Stereo Direct Insertion Box User Manual - cover page
Brand
Samson
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
8
File format
PDF
File size
2 MB
Published
05 July, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
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About this manual

The Samson S direct plus is an active stereo direct insertion (DI) box designed for live sound and recording applications. It allows users to connect various audio signals, such as those from keyboards, drum machines, and guitars, into a mixer or recorder. The unit features stereo inputs and outputs, enabling the signal to be passed to a stage amplifier or monitor system without affecting the original sound, which is particularly useful for eliminating the need to microphone guitar amplifiers.

What's inside

  • Front and Rear Panel Layout
  • Powering S direct plus
  • Operating the S direct plus
  • Direct insertion of an instrument into a PA system
  • Converting the output of unbalanced devices
  • Connecting to High Power Signals
  • Specifications

Specifications

Frequency Response10Hz - 20 kHz, -1 dB
Noise Level-100 dBu
THD + N0.013% typ.
Input Impedance (GTR)1 Meg. Ohm
Input Impedance (SPK)10k Ohm
Max. Input Level GTR+7 dBu
Max. Input Level SPK+30 dBu
Dimensions5.6" W x 4" D x 2"H
Weight15 oz.

Frequently asked questions

What power sources can the S direct plus operate on?

The unit can operate on a single 9 Volt battery or standard 24-48 volt phantom power.

How does the unit switch between battery and phantom power?

It automatically switches to phantom power when present on the XLR cable, disconnecting the 9 Volt battery.

What is the primary use of the OUTPUT/LINK jacks?

They are used for passing the input signal through to a stage amplifier or monitor system.

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