Kosmos® v2

Spectrum Enhancement System

Operating
Manual

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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using electrical products, basic cautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding plug. The wide blade or third prong is
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories provided by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as when power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. Never break off the ground pin. Write for our free booklet “Shock Hazard and Grounding.” Connect only to a power
supply of the type marked on the unit adjacent to the power supply cord.
16. If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack, rear support should be provided.
17. Note for UK only: If the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this unit do not correspond with the terminals in your
plug‚ proceed as follows:
a) The wire that is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal that is marked by the letter E‚ the earth
symbol‚ colored green or colored green and yellow.
b) The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter N or the color black.
c) The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter L or the color red.
18. This electrical apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and care should be taken not to place objects
containing liquids, such as vases, upon the apparatus.
19. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in suscep-
tibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise
for a sufficient time. The U.S. Government’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the
following permissible noise level exposures:

Duration Per Day In Hours Sound Level dBA, Slow Response

8 90
6 92
4 95
3 97
2 100
1 1⁄2 102
1 105
1⁄2 110
1⁄4 or less 115

According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. Earplugs or protectors to
the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss, if
exposure is in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is
recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be
protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.

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Kosmos® v2
Spectrum Enhancement System
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Kosmos® v2.

The Kosmos® v2 is a second generation subharmonic and stereo image enhancement system. As the successor to the award-
winning Kosmos®, it incorporates improved circuitry and adds features to provide even more functionality for live sound and
recording applications. Like the original Kosmos®, it can provide planet rattling bass as its subharmonic processor watches the
source material, analyzes the bass, then generates additional phase-synced low frequencies an octave below it. Borrowing from
the Kosmos® Pro, the damping (tracking) has two preset ranges.

When using the Kosmos® v2, it is recommended that other equalization (especially output equalization) be set flat. Adjust the
Kosmos® v2 to optimize the tone quality, then make any fine adjustments with the other gear. You may find that little needs
to be tweaked, since the Kosmos® v2 corrects deficiencies in the speaker system. Bass boost applied before the Kosmos® v2
may defeat what you are trying to accomplish by causing the sound to be muddy or distorted.

FEATURES:
• Creates intelligent, phase-synced subharmonics that don’t overpower existing material
• Dynamic source tracking yields tight, clean bass sounds
• Subharmonic activity indicator shows processing status
• A specially tuned low frequency circuit, compliments the subharmonics and can be used to fatten the low end
• High frequency image enhancement provides atmosphere through improved stereo separation and clarity
• A rear panel stereo/mono switch allows use as a channel insert or in a monophonic system
• Internal 90 Hz crossover signal can be removed from the subwoofer output when used as a side-chain effect
• Master output level controls left, right, and subwoofer output levels simultaneously
• All inputs & outputs are balanced XLR or 1/4" TRS jacks
• Signal and Peak lamps monitor signal activity and warn of overload
• Independent subwoofer output level control

Please read this guide carefully to ensure your personal safety as well as the safety of your equipment

Connecting your Kosmos® II in your signal chain:

Direct: Insert Kosmos® v2 between the output of the mixer and the input of the power amp
As An Effect: Create an effects loop between your mixer and Kosmos® v2 by connecting an Aux send from
your mixer into the Kosmos® v2, and return the signal to your mixer through an aux return or channel strip
input. See MONO (15) on page 9.


Front Panel

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1 System Bypass
This switch is a hard bypass of all functions and disables the subwoofer output. The status is indicated
by a red lamp, which lights when the unit is off-line. Because the system bypass switch circumvents the
internal circuitry, it functions even when no power is applied to the unit.

2 Subharmonics
This control adds a synthesized phase synced bass signal one octave lower than what is present in the
source. The adjacent LED indicates sub bass activity. This feature generates bass subharmonics that
would register on a seismograph, yet are pleasing to the ear. No processing occurs when the input sig-
nal is outside the defined range. This thickens and deepens the bass of most program material without
clouding the midrange, and is especially effective on bass drums. Consequently, speaker systems seem
larger and more defined. Since low frequencies can be boosted significantly, care must be taken to pre-
vent amplifier clipping and speaker damage by excessive bass levels. It’s louder than you think.

3 Low Damping
Perfect for acoustic and bass guitars, this switch loosens the tracking, allowing the subharmonics to ring
out with less damping. (Normally, the subharmonics tightly follow the envelope of the input bass signal,
resulting in a sharp, clean bass, which works best for kick drums and other percussive sounds.) Lower
damping has a lower peak value, but can have a higher average level (depending on the source), so the
level of the subharmonics may need to be reduced.

4 Low Freq
This control adds a specific band of bass frequencies (natural, not synthesized) to the bass enhance-
ment mix. It is voiced to compliment the subharmonics and is used to even out the low end balance.
This control can be considered as a waveform adjustment tool when used in conjunction with the
subharmonic level control, or used alone for bass boost.

5 High Freq
This is a combination control. It simultaneously adjusts high frequency boost and stereo width. The
minimum position is the flat setting; as the control is rotated clockwise, the left-right image becomes
wider and clarity is increased. It has been designed to pull vocals more to the front of the mix while
giving them a three dimensional quality.

6 Output Level
This is the master volume control of the Kosmos® v2 processor. The left, right, and subwoofer outputs
are affected simultaneously.

7 Cut Sub Bass From Mains

This switch removes the subharmonics and the low frequency effects from the main left and right out-
puts. This allows the added bass enhancements to be sent only to the subwoofer output when a system
with subs is used. When the left and right speakers cannot handle the additional bass produced, this is
the best way to route low frequency energy. The high frequency effects are always sent to the mains and
are not affected by this switch’s setting.

8 Crossover Disable
Built into the Kosmos® v2 is a 90 Hz crossover filter, which is normally sent to the subwoofer output
with the bass enhancement signals. This switch removes that signal, leaving only the bass enhance-
ments. This is useful when the Kosmos® v2 is used as a side chain effect, when only the added bass
information is desired.


Rear Panel

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9 Subwoofer
This control sets the output level of the subwoofer signal, which is the sum of the
subharmonic output, the low frequency bass output, and the information from the 90 Hz cross-over net-
work (if not disabled by the crossover disable switch). When the bypass switch is engaged the
subwoofer is disabled.

10 Power
Depressing the power switch supplies power to the unit.

11 IEC Mains
Connect the supplied AC mains cord here. Make sure that the correct voltage is applied, or damage to
the unit could result. (See markings on unit.)

US DOMESTIC AC MAINS CORD:

The mains cord supplied with the unit is a heavy-duty, 3-conductor type with a conventional 120 VAC
plug with ground pin. If the outlet used does not have a ground pin, a suitable grounding adapter
should be used, and the third wire should be grounded properly.
Never remove or cut the ground pin of the line cord plug. The console is supplied with a properly rated
line cord. If lost or damaged, replace this cord with one of the proper rating.

NOTE FOR UK ONLY:

If the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this unit do not correspond with the colored markings iden-
tifying terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: (1) The wire that is colored green and yellow must be
connected to the terminal marked by the letter E, or by the earth symbol, or colored green or green and
yellow. (2) The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter
N, or colored black. (3) The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked
with the letter L or colored red.

12 Subwoofer Output
This 1/4” TRS electronically balanced output can be used in either balanced (with a 1/4” TRS jack) or un-
balanced (standard 1/4” jack) mode. The levels will automatically match the configuration. This output
supplies the signal for the subwoofer amplifier (line level).

13 Left and Right Outputs

The left and right outputs are electronically balanced, with pin 2 (and tip) positive. The XLR and 1/4”
TRS phono jacks are directly wired in parallel. They should not be used on the same channel at the same
time since the output balance would not necessarily be maintained, especially if a balanced and an
unbalanced connector were used.

14 Inputs
The left and right input jacks are balanced with pin 2 (and tip) positive. The XLR and 1/4” TRS jacks are
directly wired in parallel. Balanced or unbalanced inputs can be used. As mentioned above, do not use
both the XLR and the 1/4” inputs on the same channel at the same time or an imbalance could occur,
compromising the unit’s hum and noise rejection.

15 Mono
This switch converts the Kosmos® v2 to monophonic operation by selecting the left/mono input jack as
the source and routing it to both the left and right signal paths internally. The right input jacks are dis-
abled in this mode. Both the left and right outputs function, with only the high frequency stereo circuitry
causing a difference between them. When the unit is used as an insert effect, the switch should be set to
mono to operate properly.

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Kosmos® II Block Diagram

BAL INPUTS 1 2
A A
4 BAL OUTPUTS
L/MONO 3 BYPASS 2 1
T
OUT LEVEL 4 L/MONO
LEFT 3
R SUM T
S
LEFT
HIGH FREQUENCY
ENHANCEMENT CUT SUB BASS R
INPUT OUTPUT
S
INPUT FROM MAINS SERVO BAL
CGND
MONO
AMPLIFIER
1 2 GND LEFT/RIGHT
CGND
RIGHT
4 OUTPUT
RIGHT 3 2 1
LEVEL SUM
T DRIVERS
RIGHT 4
RIGHT
3
R T
S

R
S
GND
CGND

CGND

LOW FREQUENCY
ENHANCEMENT

10
INPUT OUTPUT SUM

SERVO BAL SUB WOOFER

L/R SUM LEVEL CROSSOVER T
DISABLE SUB
GND WOOFER R
S
SUBWOOFER LEVEL DRIVER
GND
GND

CGND

CROSS-OVER OUTPUT

SUBHARMONICS
INPUT OUTPUT

SUBHARMONIC ACTIVITY

LOW DAMPING LEVEL

B B

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Meridian, MS 39301

Title: KOSMOS2_BLK
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 Kosmos® V2 Specifications
Frequency Response
Process Mode: Program Controlled Bypassed: <10Hz to 80Khz +0/-1 dB

Dimensions (HxWxD)
1.75" x 19.0"x9.0" (4.45 cm x 48.6 cm x 22.86 cm)

Weight
Net: 7.1 lbs (3.22 kg) Shipping Weight: 8.7 lbs (3.95 kg)

THD+N (10Hz -80K Hz BW) Power Requirements

Process Mode: ≤ .003% 8 Watts @ 120VRMS 50/60 Hz
Bypassed: ≤.001% 8 Watts @ 230VRMS 50/60 Hz

Signal to Noise Crosstalk

88 dB <75 dB @ 1KHz

CMRR Nominal Input Level

60 dB +4 dBu (1.23 VRMS)

Max Output Max Input

+26 dBu +22 dBu

Input Impedance Output Impedance

20K ohms balanced (Pin 2 positive), 200 ohms balanced (Pin 2 positive),
10K ohms unbalanced 100 ohms unbalanced

Features and specifications subject to change without notice.

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 Features and specifications subject to change without notice.
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