Introduction The DSLP48 is a complete 4 input - 8 output digital loudspeaker management system designed for the touring or fixed sound installation markets. The absolute latest in available technology is utilized with 40 bit floating point processors and high performance 24-bit Analog Converters. The high-bit DSP prevents noise and distortion induced by truncation errors of the commonly used 24-bit fixed-point devices.
> Full 5-segment LED on every Input and Output > Storage of up to 30 Program Setups > Security Lock > RS-232-USB-Ethernet Interface for PC Control and Configuration > Future options available Page 4 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
HOME Brings up the HOME screen 6) DATA WHEEL Allows for data parameters to be changed. 7) RS232 Input jack 8) MUTE and INPUT select buttons (when used in conjunction with the <<MENU button) Page 5 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
The voltage input is either 115VAC or 230VAC and is clearly specified on the unit. Voltage requirement has to be stated upon ordering. Ethernet connection. OUTPUT JACKS M XLR 2 Hot- 3 Cold INPUT JACKS F XLR 2 Hot-3 Cold Page 6 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
The initialization process takes about 8 seconds and during that period the unit boots and displays the DSLP48 firmware version. After the initialization process is finished the DSLP48 displays its main screen: The screen shows the current program number and program name assigned to the unit.
Unlocking the Device The first thing you will need to do is to make sure your DSLP48 is unlocked. If the unit is locked you can see all functions but cannot make any changes via the front panel nor computer interface.
To cancel the linking, just press and hold the LEFT Menu key and a channel. Input menus Each of DSLP48 input channels has a separate Menu key. There are 6 menus for each input channel. The MENU buttons select the different blocks of the signal chain. The CURSOR buttons select the different parameters within that particular block.
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RATIO, Ch-Name - Channel Name Name - Channel name. It is 6 characters in length. Use the cursor keys and the data wheel to enter the name Page 10 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
7.2 Output Menus Each output channel of the DSLP48 has a separate menu key. There are 6 menus for each output channel. Signal - Signal parameters Signal Level (Output gain)-Polarity-Delay functions are available just as on the input channels. Refer to the Input Menus for details EQ - EQ parameters...
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O1:XXXXXX Source In1:0.00 O1:XXXXXX Source In2:-10 O1:XXXXXX Source In3:Off O1:XXXXXX Source In4:2.5 Ch-Name - Channel Name Refer to the Input Menus for details Page 12 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
Enter key to be pressed for the selected action. Recall - Program Recall The DSLP48 has a built in non-volatile memory that can store up to 30 different program setups. A program can be recalled using this menu.
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Source or the Target is an input while the other is an output, only the Level, Polarity, Delay and EQ are copied. SOURCE - Channel to be copied from. O1:XXXXXX Copy SOURCE: In1 TARGET - Channel to be copied to. O1:XXXXXX Copy TARGET: In2 Page 14 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
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FREQ MODE - Selects the frequency control mode for EQ and crossover filters. Can be 36 steps/octave or All Frequencies (1 Hz resolution). O1:XXXXXX Generl FREQ MODE: All DELAY UNIT - ms, ft or m. O1:XXXXXX Generl DELAY UNIT: ms Page 15 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
Security/passwords The DSLP48 enables the user to secure the unit and prevent undesired changes in the setup. In order to lock/unlock the unit the user must enter the correct password. PASSWORD - the password of the DSLP48 is 4 characters in length. The user can change it as needed.
PC Control Software The DSLP48 is shipped with a special PC Graphic User Interface (GUI) application – DSLP Control. This gives the user an option to control the DSLP48 unit from a remote PC via the RS232/USB/Ethernet communication link. The GUI application makes it much easier to control and monitor the device, allowing the user to get the whole picture on one screen.
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5: If you have several blanks then you will need to identify which port is which. Do the following: Right click on MY COMPUTER-then MANAGE and then DEVICE MANAGER. Page 19 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
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NOTE: If you have to do step 6 with your computer, you will need to change it every time you start your computer up and use the DSP. You should be able to hook up to the device at this point and go ONLINE. Page 20 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
DSP’s so the particular functions will not be discussed in detail, just basic operation/navigation. METERS The meters in the software indicate the actual level of the signal (unlike the panel display meters that show the onset of limiting on the output). Page 21 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
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UP/down arrows at the bottom of the screen to change the filter type. You can also do the same for the slope rate you want. The same thing applies for the output crossover filters as well. Page 22 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
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But as the limiter threshold is turned down, the red “peak” meter is the onset of limiting. Within the limit window is another meter. That shows the amount of actual limiting going on. Page 23 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
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NOTE: It is important that you save the current settings to the device before turning it off-or they will be lost. The turn on will revert to the last saved settings. Simply click what you want to do, then hit PROCEED. Page 24 of 27 DSLP48 User's manual -...
13.0 Warranty The DSLP48 is warranted covering materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year, as determined by the date of retail purchase (according to the sales receipt from an authorized dealer) or the date of manufacture if the sales receipt is not available (according to the serial number).