Harman BSS DCP-555 Installation Manual

Harman BSS DCP-555 Installation Manual

Digital conferencing processor

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DCP-555
Digital Conferencing Processor
Installation Guide

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  • Page 1 DCP-555 Digital Conferencing Processor Installation Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction � ��������������������������������������������������������������� 2 UsingtheGeneralPurposeOutputs(GPO)�������������� 18 LED Indication ���������������������������������������������������������������� 18 Features��������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 Relay Output Control ����������������������������������������������������� 19 ProductRegistrationandWarranty��������������������������� 4 Using3rdPartyControl�������������������������������������������� 20 IncludedItems������������������������������������������������������������ 4 PerformingtheFactoryReset � ��������������������������������� 20 MechanicalInstallation���������������������������������������������� 5 UpdatingFirmware�������������������������������������������������� 20 Rack Mounting ����������������������������������������������������������������� 5 Specifications����������������������������������������������������������� 21 Table-Top Use ������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    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�...
  • Page 4: Features

    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�...
  • Page 5: ProductRegistrationAndWarranty

    Product Registration and Warranty Product Registration and Warranty To register your product, please visit http://bssaudio�com/en-US/support/warranty_registration� For warranty information, please visit http://bssaudio�com/en-US/support/warranty_policy� Included Items Quantity Item DCP-555 Conferencing Processor Audio Input Connectors (3�5mm, 3-pin, green, Euroblock) Audio Output Connectors (3�5mm, 3-pin, orange, Euroblock) GPIO Connectors (3�5mm, 12-pin, black, Euroblock) Hardware Brackets...
  • Page 6: MechanicalInstallation

    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�...
  • Page 7: QuickStart

    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...
  • Page 8: FrontPanelOverview

    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...
  • Page 9: RearPanelOverview

    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�...
  • Page 10 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�...
  • Page 11: MakingAudioConnections

    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"...
  • Page 12: ConfiguringTheDcp-555

    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�...
  • Page 13: Connecting To The Web-Server App

    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�...
  • Page 14: Blu Link Mastership

    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�...
  • Page 15: Blu Link Port Status Leds

    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�...
  • Page 16: UsingTheUsbPort

    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®...
  • Page 17: UsingTheGeneralPurposeInputs(Gpi)

    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)�...
  • Page 18: Volume Control Via Potentiometer

    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�...
  • Page 19: UsingTheGeneralPurposeOutputs(Gpo)

    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�...
  • Page 20: Relay Output Control

    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)
  • Page 21: Using3RdPartyControl

    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�...
  • Page 22: Specifications

    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...
  • Page 23 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:...
  • Page 24 Phone: (844) 776-4899 Website: bssaudio�com Support: support@bssaudio�com DCP-555 Installation Guide PN: 5093584-00-A BSS Audio is a registered trademark of HARMAN © 2018 HARMAN All rights reserved Printed in USA...

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