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Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not cover any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacture’s instructions. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplif ers) that produce heat.
Processing Menues for High Pass Filter, Parametric EQ, Graphic EQ and Delay Delay X-Over Delay Level Mute Output Control buttons for Cross-Over, Parametric EQ, Delay and Level Output Gain Reduction Meters, Out- put Channel Function Indicators and Output Level Meters Mute Mute Mute...
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Electro-Voice DC-One Digital Signal Processor. The Electro-Voice DC-One Digital System Processor is a universal two-input, six-output digital signal processor with the flexibility of configuration to handle a multitude of audio system needs and applications; installed sound, house of worship, convention &...
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Matrix Router / Mixer • Two (stereo) inputs • Summed left / right (mono) input • Six assignable outputs Outputs (each) • Cross-over (hi-pass / low-pass filters), with selectable filter types • 5-band parametric equalizer • Delay • Polarity • Peak RMS detecting limiter •...
Controls & Connection Front Panel 1 – USB Connector USB 1.0 port for connection to a PC running Windows XP or Vista. With a connected PC you may run the DC-One Editor Graphic User Interface Application. The DC-One can be operated, edited and configured for installation with an easy to use, intuitive interface.
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4/5 – Value Up/Down Buttons Depending on the current LCD screen, the Value Up/Down Buttons performs the following function: Recall – Select forwards/backwards through the stored preset list to select a preset to be recalled to current memory. Store – Select User Preset destinations forwards/backwards to select a destination for the currently edited preset, scroll forwards through ANSI character set to name preset.
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10 Store Button Pressing the Store button while in Run mode displays the Store Preset screen in the LCD display and the Store button lights. In this screen edited presets can be named and saved to a user preset location. Pressing the Store button again completes the preset save operation.
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17 – Output PEQ Button Pressing the PEQ button places the current preset in Edit mode and jumps to the first Output Parametric Equalizer screen. Subsequent button presses step through the six output channels. 18 – Output Delay Button Pressing the Delay button places the current preset in Edit mode and jumps to the Output Channel Delay screen.
23 – Output Channel Function Indicators Each output channel has a four-segment function display for informational purposes only. For any given configuration possible with the DC-One, an output channel may be identified as a sub, low, low/mid, mid, mid/hi, hi or full range output.
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28 – Balanced XLR Outputs Each output channel has an electronically balanced XLR connector for connection to system amplifiers. Each output channel can output different frequency ranges depending on its assignment and cross-over settings. Care must be taken to assure that each output is connected to an appropriate amplifier and loudspeaker to avoid damage or unexpected results.
Installation For proper operation, all directions regarding installation and connection must be followed. Mounting The DC-One should be mounted in a rack-mount enclosure or rack rails. The unit is 1RU tall by 14” (353mm) deep. Proper clearance for air circulation around the unit must be provided.
Un-balanced Input / Output Connections Un-balanced connections can be made to the DC-One, although induced noise from cabling may be increased. Cables should also be less than 15” (5m) in length. Unbalanced connections can be 6dB lower in level as well. To match the audio level obtained with a balanced connection, it is necessary to tie pin 3 to ground at the XLR connector.
Connecting the DC-One to a PC for operation via the DC-One Graphic User Interface application is accomplished via the front panel USB port. The port conforms to the USB 1.0. Type B specification. Type B USB cables are readily available at computer dealers. Connection to Amplifiers It is very important to confirm correct connection to all amplifiers.
Editing & Operation Factory Presets The DC-One comes with 60 factory presets to configure and manage typical sound reinforcements systems. Factory presets can be recalled at will. Limited editing can be performed from the front-panel LCD user interface such as output level, mute and limiter threshold setting.
Run-time Mode LCD Display On power-up, the DC-One boots and displays the run-time screen. The current preset memory location and name are displayed as well as the configuration on which the preset is based. Caution Before operating the sound reinforcement system, and any time a new preset is recalled, check the configuration display to make sure that it is appropriate for your system and that connections to your system are correct for the current configuration.
20 user presets. (F01-F60, U01 – U20) Factory presets have been designed to represent common system configurations utilizing Electro-Voice loudspeaker systems. User presets allow you to accommodate other system configurations and / or loudspeaker systems.
Make sure that the new preset is appropriate for your system, and that connections to your system are correct for the current configuration. Failure to do so could cause unexpected results or damage to the system or its components. To exit the Recall process without loading a new preset, press the Edit, Setup or any of the DSP block buttons.
Edit Both Factory and User preset can be edited, but edited presets can only be stored in User preset locations. Standard Edit Mode The DC-One defaults to Standard Edit mode wherein, input and output channel parameters are appropriately linked. (Refer to “Configurations” illustrations to see which channels are parameter-linked for each configuration.
Input Channel Hi-Pass Filter Use the < Select > buttons to make the top line of the Edit screen active and the Value Up and Down buttons to navigate to the Input Hi-Pass screen. The first DSP block in the DC-One’s signal flow is the stereo Hi-Pass Filter. In any sound reinforcement system, the Hi-Pass filter is crucial for maximizing the efficiency and performance of the PA system.
Input Channel Parametric EQ Use the < Select > buttons to make the top line of the Edit screen active and the Value Up and Down buttons to navigate to the Input PEQ screen. The DC-One provides a stereo nine-band multi-mode filter generically referred to as the Input PEQ (Parametric Equalizer).
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Use the < Select > buttons to navigate to the filter setting you wish to adjust, and the Value Up and Down buttons to alter these settings. Press the Value Up and Down buttons once to increment values by one unit, or press and hold to scroll rapidly through available values.
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Hi-pass The Hi-Pass filter determines the ultimate low frequency that your sound reinforcement For detailed EQ plot im- system is allowed to reproduce; given the ages please capabilities of amplifiers, speakers and see page 45 transducers. Keep in mind that the DC-One signal path already includes a hi-pass filter prior to the Input PEQ DSP block.
Input Channel GEQ (Graphic Equalizer) Use the < Select > buttons to make the top line of the Edit screen active and the Value Up and Down buttons to navigate to the Input GEQ screen. The DC-One’s input signal path includes a stereo 31-band graphic equalizer after the stereo 9-band PEQ in the signal path.
Routing Input selections (In-A, In-B or In-A+B) can be applied to any or all of DC-One’s six outputs. Choose a desired output channel from the output menu and press the Edit button to scroll to the Routing window using the Value up/down arrows. Using the <SELECT>...
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Frequency Frequency offers a selectable frequency range from 20.0 Hz to 20,000Hz. Hi-Pass/Lo Pass The DC-One Hi-Pass and Lo-Pass filters are determined by selecting the Type For detailed from the list of parameters, (see list above) and by choosing a frequency EQ plot im- range between 20.0 Hz to 20,000Hz.
Parametric EQ (Output Channels) Pressing the PEQ button places the current preset in Edit mode and jumps The LCD screen to a pre-selected parametric EQ (bands 1-5). Subsequent button presses advances the display to the next output channel (OUT1 to OUT6). Use the <SELECT > key to navigate between the PARA EQ BAND (1-5), Type, Frequency, Q and Gain parameters.
Channel Level (Output Channels) The Channel Level is used to adjust master output levels. To access the Channel Level screen, press the Level button found on the output processing menu. Subsequent button presses will toggle the display between OUT1 to OUT6. Use the <SELECT>...
Setup The Setup menu allows access DC-One’s global parameters on the LCD screen. This is where preferences for many functions can be set or adjusted. Pressing the Setup button brings up the first Setup window. Use the VALUE up/down arrows to scroll through the Setup menu: Use the <SELECT>...
Input This window is where the global input mode is set. <SELECT> key to navigate to the MODE parameter. Use the up/down VALUE arrows to choose between Analog and Digital input. LCD settings allow the user to adjust the contrast preferences of the LCD screen to compensate for different lighting conditions that may be encountered within different venues.
The speed of sound at room temperature is 346 meters per second. At freezing temperatures sound travels at 331 meters per second. V is the speed of sound and T is the temperature of the air. This formula finds the average speed of sound for any given temperature (celcius). The speed of sound is also affected by other factors such as humidity and air pressure.
System This window displays the firmware version currently running on the DC-One. RS232 Port An RS 232 (DB-9 or ‘D-Sub’) connection is provided on the back panel to link to another DC-One to enable Master/Slave operation. Use the <SELECT> key to navigate to the MODE parameter and use the up/down VALUE arrows to choose between RS232 and Contacts.
Configurations of the DC-One The DC-One offers 7 pre-defined configurations. A configuration is a basic setting that includes the routing of inputs and outputs, the function of the outputs (Sub, Lo, Mid, Hi, Full Range) including basic x-over filter settings, and different channel/ parameter linking schemes.
Stereo 2 Way + Full Range This configuration generally represents a 2-way stereo frequency crossover, where IN A serves as the left input channel and IN B as the right input channel. OUT 1 is the left Low-frequency output and OUT 2 is the left High-frequency output.
3 Way Stereo This configuration represents a 3-way frequency crossover where IN A serves as the left input channel and IN B as the right input channel. OUTs 1 & 4 L/R are the Sub frequency channel, OUT 2 &5 L/R are Low and Mid-frequency channels, 3 &...
4 Way + FR The 4-Way configuration is a monaural 4- way frequency x-over. Crossover channels are fed from IN A, full range channels are from IN B. OUT 1 is a mono Sub frequency channel, OUT 2 is a mono Low-frequency channel, OUT 3 is a mono Mid-frequency channel, and OUT 4 is the mono High- frequency.
5 Way + FR The 5-Way configuration is a monaural 5- way frequency x-over. Crossover channels are fed from IN A, full range channels are fed from IN B. OUT 1 is a mono Sub frequency channel, OUT 2 the mono Very Low-frequency, OUT 3 is the mono Low- frequency channel, OUT 4 is the mono Mid-Frequency channel , OUT 5 is the...
Free Configuration - Full Edit 2 in 6 Out In this configuration, all 6 outputs are configured for full range operation. OUT 1, OUT 2 and OUT 3 get their signal-feed from IN A while OUT 4, OUT 5 and OUT 6 are fed from the input channel IN 2.
3 Way Stereo-Mono Sub+FR This 3-way configuration provides stereo crossover for Low-frequency and High- frequency devices and a summed mono feed for subs as well as a Full-range output. IN A serves at the left input and IN B serves as the right input. OUT 1 is a mono Sub-frequency channel, OUT 2 &...
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4 Way Stereo -MonSub+LF The 4-Way Stereo –Mon + Sub + LF configuration is a stereo 4-way frequency x-over. Mono Sub-frequency and Low- frequency channels are fed from IN A + IN B, Mid-frequency and High-Frequency left are fed from IN A, Mid-frequency and High- Frequency right are fed from IN B.
Dimensions P r o g r a m: U 0 1 43.6mm 43.6mm F u l l H o u s e 1.72in ( 4 - Wa y 357mm 14in 43mm 1.69” 4 4 83mm 19in < > Edit Delay R i g h t + F R ) Setup...
Technical Specifications General Mains Voltage Power Consumption Audio Analog Inputs Digital Inputs Nominal Input Voltage Maximum Input Voltage (Without -6dB Analog Pad Engaged) Input Impedance Common Mode Rejection A/D Conversion Outputs Nominal Output Voltage Maximum Output Voltage Output Impedance D/A Conversion Frequency Response THD+N Dynamic Range...
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