Introduction Introduction The BSS® DCP-555 is a digital conferencing processor designed specifically for medium- to large-sized meeting spaces, such as conference rooms, boardrooms, classrooms, and huddle rooms� The DCP-555 incorporates BSS’s industry-leading audio processing technology to provide intelligent sound management and automated mixing in an easy-to-configure solution� This allows IT managers and integrators to easily deploy DSP to a large number of similar meeting-space installations using a simple web interface, eliminating the need for complicated software and programming�...
Support for up to 16x16 channels of networked audio distribution to/from any AES67-compliant device� • BLU Link I/O (28x32) 28x32 BLU link expansion� Easily interface audio with other BLU-link equipped HARMAN® audio products, such as BSS Soundweb London processors, BSS BLU-USB interfaces, or Crown® amplifiers�...
Mechanical Installation Mechanical Installation Rack Mounting Be mindful of rack equipment installation� If the unit is to be rack mounted without sufficient support under the chassis, the unit must be supported at the rear and/or sides to lessen the stress on the front mounting flange�...
Quick Start Quick Start 1� Connect the DCP-555's Ethernet B port to the VoIP/data network� 2� Power on the DCP-555� • IfusingDHCP — Wait for the DCP-555 to be assigned an IP address� IP address status can be confirmed by turning the front-panel ENCODER to navigate to the "Ethernet B Status" page� Ethernet B Status Eth A Ethernet Port B...
Front Panel Overview Front Panel Overview Ethernet B Status Eth A Ethernet Port B DHCP: ON IP: 10.34.6.87 SUBNET: 255.255.254.0 Gateway:10.34.6.1 MAC:74:FE:48:26:F0:86 Link:Connected VoIP 1 Ethernet B Status Eth A Ethernet Port B DHCP: ON IP: 10.34.6.87 SUBNET: 255.255.254.0 1. Air Vents Gateway:10.34.6.1 MAC:74:FE:48:26:F0:86 Link:Connected...
BLU link is a proprietary point-to-point digital audio bus that can be used to expand the DCP-555's audio I/O capabilites by interfacing with other BLU link-equipped HARMAN devices� The DCP-555 supports 28x32 BLU link channels at 48kHz� See "UsingBLULink"onpage12 for more information�...
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Rear Panel Overview 8. Mic/Line Inputs The DCP-555's 16 analog inputs accept mic- or line-level audio signals and provide software-adjustable analog gain from 0–60dB in 2dB increments� The maximum input level is +20dBu with an input gain setting of 0dB� Phantom power is provided for condenser-type microphones and is software selectable (+48VDC) per input channel�...
Making Audio Connections Making Audio Connections Audio input connections are made using the included green 3-pin terminal-block connectors (HARMAN part number: 32-0381)� Audio output connections are made using the included orange 3-pin terminal-block connectors (HARMAN part number: 5089098-00)� Audio Input and Output Wiring Convention The DCP-555 provides cable shielding "back from the destination"...
Configuring the DCP-555 Configuring the DCP-555 Control Device Specifications • Screen resolution of 1280x800 – 1680x1050 • Wi-Fi or Ethernet networking interface Port Assignment List Note that a network's firewall may need to be configured to allow the DCP-555 to operate properly on a tightly secured network�...
Using BLU Link Connecting to the Web-Server App To connect to the DCP-555's built-in web-server app and begin configuring the device: 1� With the control device connected to the same network as the DCP-555, launch the browser of choice and enter the DCP-555's IP address in to the browser's address field�...
Using BLU Link BLU Link Mastership BLU link requires one device to provide master clock for all other devices on the bus� BLU link mastership is automatically negotiated between all devices, and any change to the bus will trigger the auto-negotiation to restart�...
Using BLU Link BLU Link Port Status LEDs The BLU link ports have LEDs that indicate the following: Orange Green Both Orange LEDs Lit This indicates the device is the BLU link master and is providing the clock for all other devices on the BLU link bus�...
Using the USB Port Using the USB Port The DCP-555's USB port can be used to transfer audio between the conferencing system and software codecs, such as Skype®, GoToMeeting™, WebEx®, etc� This port is USB Audio Class 1 compliant, so it supports the standard WDM driver in Windows®...
There are 16 analog /digital control inputs, referred to as "General Pupose Inputs" or "GPI"� The General Purpose Inputs are used to connect switches (for control of mutes) or potentiometers (for control of volume)� GPI connections are made using the included black 12-pin terminal-block connectors (HARMAN part number: 32-1006)�...
Using the General Purpose Inputs (GPI) Volume Control via Potentiometer Connect a 47kΩ logarithmic potentiometer between a control input and common to control volume linearly� 47kΩ Logarithmic Potentiometer Volume Control via AC-V Wall Controller For an easy-to-integrate and stylish solution, connect a BSS Soundweb™ Contrio™ AC-V Wall Controller for volume control�...
These outputs are known as “General Purpose Outputs” or “GPO”� There are 6 digital logic control outputs for controlling LEDs and 2 relay outputs for controlling external devices� GPO connections are made using the included black 12-pin terminal-block connectors (HARMAN part number: 32-1006)� ExternalSupply The GPO logic outputs can source 10mA at 5VDC, or sink up to 50mA of current as an open collector output�...
Using the General Purpose Outputs (GPO) Relay Output Control The GPO port contains two relay outputs with normally open (no) and normally closed (nc) contacts� The illustration below shows a relay output being used to wake a device when a particular output is unmuted� External Device (Normally Closed = Sleep) Normally Closed (nc)
Using 3rd Party Control Using 3rd Party Control The DCP-555 can be controlled by a 3rd party device via Ethernet or RS232� For more information, download the DCP-555 Control API Guide from https://bssaudio�com/en/products/dcp-555#documentation� Performing the Factory Reset The Factory Reset procedure can be used to reset all parameters within the DCP-555 back to their factory default state�...
Specifications Specifications INTERFACE User Controls: LCD, rotary push button encoder, back button ANALOGUE INPUTS Connectors: 16 electronically balanced on Phoenix/Combicon removable screw connectors Mic/Line Inputs: Nominal gain 0dB, software adjustable up to +60dB in 2dB increments Input impedance: 6kΩ Maximum Input Level: +20dBu with 0dB input gain CMRR: >75dB at 1kHz...
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Specifications NETWORK Connectors: 2 x RJ45 (Port A = AES67 and control, Port B = VoIP and control) Maximum Cable Length: 100m/328ft on Category 5 cable between device and Ethernet switch BLU LINK Connectors: 2 x RJ45 Maximum Cable Length: 100m/328ft on Category 5e cable between devices Maximum Number of Nodes: Number of I/O Channels:...
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