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- Page 1 Model DP11EQ User’s Guide DP11EQ Dynamics Processor, Equalizer, and Delay with Windows Software 2006, Shure Incorporated 27A8630 (Rev. 2)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
APPENDIX C. CONNECTORS AND CABLES APPENDIX D. KEYBOARD CONTROLS *Trademark Notifications: Shure is a registered trademark of Shure Brothers, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Crystal is a trademark of Crystal Semiconductor Corporation. Motorola is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc. IBM is a registered trademark of the IBM Corporation. -
Page 3: Introduction
The DP11EQ can function as a gate, expander, Automatic Gain Control (AGC) leveler, compressor, limiter, and no overshoot peak limiter. All of these features are accessed via the supplied Windows* software. -
Page 4: Dp11Eq Hardware
AC power. The fuse is located in the drawer below the connector. 9-Pin RS-232 Port. Connects the unit to a computer. For use with DP11EQ software and for DSP firmware upgrades. Shure Link Interface. Allows linking of up to 16 Shure Link compatible devices which may be accessed by a single computer. -
Page 5: English
Shure Link Device ID When multiple DP11EQ s are linked, each one must be assigned a unique Device ID, 0 through 15. DIP switches 1 through 4 on the rear panel are used to set the Device ID. To change the Device ID, align the switches according to the illustrations below. -
Page 6: Audio Connections
Audio Connections The DP11EQ is a flexible unit which can be used in almost any part of a sound system. It can be placed directly in an input channel’s insert and used as an equalizer solely for that microphone. Or, it can be placed at a mixer subgroup insert, where it can act as a compressor, equalizer, and noise gate for a group of microphones. -
Page 7: English
Input Insert The DP11EQ can be placed directly on a single microphone insert to process the signal for that microphone only. This is a common location for an leveler. Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ... -
Page 8: Dp11Eq Software
Appendix C. Cables and Connectors. TO COMPUTER RS-232 CONNECTOR 1. Connect the 9-pin plug (male) of the cable to the RS-232 port of the DP11EQ . 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the RS-232 port of the computer. Software Installation 1. -
Page 9: English
To bring the networked DP11EQ’s online, click on the CONNECT button of the Main Control Panel, or select the Connect option of the Communications drop-down menu of the main menu bar. The program searches for each unit connected in the network, reading the Shure Link Device ID of each. -
Page 10: Overview
Near the top, there is a Dynamic Gain meter corresponding to the one on the front panel of the DP11EQ. There are also Snapshot buttons for storing and viewing an original response curve while making adjustments, a Clear button, a Threshold Offset slider and an Output gain slider. -
Page 11: Main Controls
The Processor Select buttons form a virtual signal path representing the flow of the audio signal through the DP11EQ. Each button accesses one of the signal processor panels. When you click on one of these buttons, the window for controlling that processor block will appear, allowing you to adjust these processes. -
Page 12: Dynamics Processor
Dynamic range is the difference between the loudest and quietest levels of an audio signal. Controlling dynamic range plays an important role in good audio quality. Using the DP11EQ Dynamics Processor, you can control the dynamics of a sound system to improve audio quality. You... -
Page 13: Dynamics Parameters
Dynamics Parameters The edit boxes are used to adjust the parameters of each dynamics process. This section gives general definitions of the parameters. See Dynamics Processes for more specific information. THRESHOLD. Threshold determines the input level at which dynamics processing begins. For the gate and the expander, processing is activated by signal levels below the threshold. -
Page 14: Dynamics Processes
DECAY. The decay controls the amount of time before the signal is muted once the input level decreases below the threshold. GATE HOLD. The gate hold determines the amount of time the DP11EQ sustains the gate after the levels have fallen below the threshold. The gate hold is a time duration that comes before the decay time. -
Page 15: Agc Leveler
AGC Leveler Definition: The AGC leveler (AGC stands for Automatic Gain Control) automatically lowers or raises the signal level for sounds of varying loudness in order to create a more consistent volume. Application: The leveler can be used for podium and lectern microphones, where it is desirable to maintain a constant volume level when the talker may be moving back and forth from the microphone. -
Page 16: Compressor
RATIO. The ratio sets the amount of compression. For instance, a ratio of 2:1 means that for every 2 dB increase in dynamic level of the input signal over the threshold, the DP11EQ output will increase only 1 dB. Compressor ratios are generally between 1.1:1 and 10:1. -
Page 17: No Overshoot Peak Limiter
No Overshoot Peak Limiter Definition: The no overshoot peak limiter has the ratio fixed at infinity to one ( :1), uses fast time constants and inserts 1 millisecond signal path delay, allowing the gain reduction to act instantaneously, without audible clipping artifacts, once the input level goes above the threshold. With the no overshoot peak limiter, no peaks will pass through the system, yet the harshness of clipping is avoided. -
Page 18: Parametric Equalizer
PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER The DP11EQ also contains two parametric equalizers, with up to 11 parametric filters possible. These equalizers can be used for tuning out feedback or other anomalies in the frequency response of the acoustics of a room or sound system. There are high- and low-frequency rolloff/shelf filters, and parametric filters with adjustable frequency, gain, and width. -
Page 19: English
Setting and Adjusting Parametric Filters Point and click on a filter. It will change colors to show that it is selected. Then, drag the filter by the center to the desired frequency and gain. A parametric filter can be used to cut or boost over a desired bandwidth. Notice that each filter dot also has wings with two smaller dots. - Page 20 Response Graph This section describes how to use the Response Graph, which displays the frequency response for the DP11EQ. Snapshots A helpful feature of the response graph is the ability to take snapshots of a frequency response curve. A snapshot allows you to view a trace of the original response curve while making changes.
- Page 21 NOTE: While the IN/OUT level meters are running, the DATA indicator on the DP11EQ unit will continually flicker. This is normal operation while the IN/OUT meters are active. However, Shure Link control will appear slower due to the increased network activity.
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Page 22: Delay
Solution: Illustration B — The delay in the DP11EQ can be used to solve this problem. Place a DP11EQ along the audio path to the amplifier of the fill loudspeaker, then set it to the proper amount of delay. The DP11EQ with Delay will hold that audio signal in memory, releasing it to the fill loudspeaker only when it is in time with the sound from the main loudspeaker, so the sound from both loudspeakers will arrive at the audience at the same time. -
Page 23: English
Inverted polarity can cause phase cancellations in the audio. Using this option of the DP11EQ software, you can digitally invert the audio signal in order to compensate. This will save the time and expense spent in wiring customized cables. -
Page 24: Shure Link Networks
Device ID which has multiple DP11EQ ’s assigned to it. 2. Using the supplied 5-pin DIN cable, connect the Shure Link OUT of the first unit (the one connected directly to the computer) to the Shure Link IN of the next unit. Repeat this connection for each unit to be networked. -
Page 25: Maintenance
2. In the Device menu, click on the desired Device ID. The Device ID will appear beside the DP11EQ heading in the title bar at the top of the main window, indicating that the unit with that Device ID will receive computer commands. -
Page 26: Settings
4. Click on the OK button. Customizing Graph Colors The graph colors on the DP11EQ software interface can be customized to fit individual tastes. This can help make the display more visible or aesthetically pleasing. To change the color of an item on the interface: 1. -
Page 27: Printing Dp11Eq Settings
Printing DP11EQ Settings If you are documenting a sound system, the DP11EQ software offers the option of printing out a hardcopy report showing the settings of a selected unit. To print out a hardcopy of this report: 1. Click on File in the main menu bar of the Main Control Panel. -
Page 28: English
1-800-516-2525. Outside the United States, please contact your authorized Shure Service Center. CERTIFICATIONS DP11EQ : UL LISTED and cUL LISTED to UL 813 and CSA C22.2 No. 1. provision of FCC Part 15 as a Class B Digital Device. DP11EQ E: Conforms to European Union Directives, eligible to bear CE marking. -
Page 29: Appendix B. Rack Mounting The Dp11Eq
APPENDIX B. RACK MOUNTING THE DP11EQ The DP11EQ comes in a bending found in most to ensure that the units will be installed securely. WARNING: Do not torque the screws too tightly, or the chassis may be dam- aged. Single Unit 1. -
Page 30: Appendix C. Connectors And Cables
APPENDIX C. CONNECTORS AND CABLES NOTE: Except for the Shure Link cable, none of the cables shown come supplied with the DP11EQ . Audio Connectors Audio Input Connector: XLR (female) (XLR and 1/4-inch combined) Configuration: active balanced active balanced Actual... -
Page 31: English
PIN 3 – SLEEVE RING English – TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Mixer Line Out to DP11EQ Input DP11EQ Output to Amplifier Input DP11EQ Output to Mixer Sub Return Mixer Send to DP11EQ Input Mixer Sub Send to DP11EQ Input TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Mixer Line Out to DP11EQ Input... - Page 32 PIN 3 SLEEVE SLEEVE SLEEVE English – TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Mixer Line Out to DP11EQ Input DP11EQ Output to Amplifier Input DP11EQ Output to Mixer Sub Return Mixer Send to DP11EQ Input Mixer Sub Send to DP11EQ Input TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Mixer Line Out to DP11EQ Input...
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Page 33: Digital Connectors And Cables
Computer Interface — 9-Pin to 25-Pin RS-232 Cable 11 9 7 25-PIN FEMALE TO COMPUTER 9-PIN MALE TO DP11EQ Shure Link Cable — 5-Pin DIN Cable (MIDI-compatible cable) COMPUTER 9-PIN RS-232 PORT ( MALE) DP11EQ RS-232 PORT (FEMALE) 10 12... -
Page 34: Appendix D. Keyboard Controls
APPENDIX D. KEYBOARD CONTROLS There are a number of keyboard controls which you can use in instead of a mouse. General Controls HIGHLIGHT controls from left to right: HIGHLIGHT controls from right to left: PRESS a selected button: SAVE a scene: RECALL a scene: PRINT the settings of the current unit: EXIT the program:... -
Page 35: English
IN/OUT Meters and OUTPUT Slider Controls RESET the OUTPUT slider: Turn the IN/OUT meters ON and OFF: FINE ADJUST the output gain: COARSE ADJUST the output gain: Parametric Equalizer Controls RESET a selected parametric filter: CREATE a new parametric filter: FINE ADJUST the FREQUENCY of a parametric filter: COARSE ADJUST the FREQUENCY of a parametric filter: FINE ADJUST the GAIN of a parametric filter:... - Page 36 United States, Canada, Latin America, Caribbean: 5800 W. Touhy Avenue, Niles, IL 60714-4608, U.S.A. Phone: 847-600-2000 U.S. Fax: 847-600-1212 Int’l Fax: 847-600-6446 Europe, Middle East, Africa: Shure Europe GmbH, Phone: 49-7131-72140 Fax: 49-7131-721414 Asia, Pacific: Shure Asia Limited, Phone: 852-2893-4290 Fax: 852-2893-4055...