"FORENO" is a VU meter system which inherits the identity of its predecessor "FORMA", but with a higher-spec VU meter and improved functionality, effortlessly fitting in any kind of working environment.
The VU meter unit is manufactured by
Fuso Measuring Instruments Co., Ltd., who has been in the business for more than 87 years, and FORENO uses a high-precision, high-reliability product from the company’s line up, strictly manufactured based on the NHK standard BTS5703 or JIS C1504. For the lighting, LED is used and ensures great visibility as well as lasting life.
In addition, the front panel is equipped with a 5-stage switchable attenuator, enabling flexible use without any troublesome settings in any environment.
Foreno is made in Japan, and all products are manufactured under a strict quality control.
■ Product features
Design:
Improved visibility with tilted front panel
(10 degrees)
Compact size: W221 x H93 x D105
Wooden side panel and RITEL knob enhances the visual aesthetics
VU meter:
Manufactured based on NHK standard BTS5703 or JIS C1504
Uses a high-precision, highly reliable meter manufactured by Fuso Measuring Instruments Co., Ltd.
Lighting uses LEDs, ensuring great visibility
ATT (Attenuator):
Adjustable input level: 5 step attenuator in 3 dB increments
THRU OUT:
THRU OUT connector with minimum sound quality deteoriation
Compatible with any studio environment
Independent calibration on LR channels:
LR channels can be calibrated independently on the back panel for fine adjustments
Made In Japan:
Made-in-Japan with strict quality control
■ Specification
Accessories: power adapter, manual, warranty card
VU meter: Conforms to BTS5703 (JIS C1504) standard, impedance 3.9kΩ (± 200Ω), time constant 0.3sec ± 10%, frequency range 30Hz ~ 15000Hz, LED lamp inside illumination type (DC12V)
INPUT connector: XLR (female) / TRS phone COMBO jack
THROUGH OUT connector: XLR (male)
Input impedance: 47kΩ balanced input
Nominal input level: + 4dBu (1.228V)
Maximum input level: + 24dBu (12.283V)
Input calibration: Approx. + 3dB / -∞ against specified input level, equipped with semi-fixed VR (Cal.) for each of Lch and Rch
Power supply: Input AC100V ~ 240V (0.58Amax), output DC24V (1Amax) power adapter used (DC output cable length = approx. 1.5m)
Power consumption: Up to about 3.5VA
Dimensions: 221 x 93 x 105 mm
Weight: body=approx. 1370 g, power adapter = approx. 130 g
*Please note that the specifications are subject to change without prior notice