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Digital Audio Processors
These instructions provide a quick reference for using the Crestron
configure your C2N-DAP8 or C2N-DAP8RC Digital Audio Processors (DAP8/RC) to match the
requirements of the listening/viewing area. For detailed instructions, refer to the Operations Guide for the
DAP8/RC (Doc. 8186 or 8187) and the help file supplied with the DAT software.
Getting Started
All hardware installation and wiring procedures should be completed before attempting to configure the
DAP8/RC unit. The following items are required for room calibration:
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SPL (sound pressure level) meter. Used to measure sound in decibels (dB).
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Tape measure. Used to measure the distance from speakers to primary listening position.
The following items are recommended to optimize the performance of the C2N-DAP8/RC relative to the
listening area, speaker arrangement, and the user's preferences:
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Audio spectrum analyzer. Used to "see" a speaker's frequency response in a room. This is used with
equalizers to adjust for a proper room response.
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Avia Guide to Home Theater, from Ovation Software (www.ovationsw.com).
Video Essentials, from DVD International (www.videoessentials.com).
NOTE: The DAP8/RC is designed to be used only with a Crestron 2-Series control system.
NOTE: The DAP8/RC requires 21 Watts of Cresnet
supply.
Toolbar Icons and Drop-Down Menus
The following is a brief explanation of the DAT software non-standard tool bar buttons and drop-down menu
items.
NOTE: When you launch the DAT software, the last project modified is opened. If this is not the file you
want to work on, click New, or Open to work with a different project. Otherwise, you may inadvertantly
overwrite a valid project.
File
This menu has the usual selections. You can also choose to save your current project as a template (Save as
Template) and then use it as a starting point for other projects, where additional adjustments can be made and
then saved by choosing Save As.
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Page 1: Getting Started
SPL (sound pressure level) meter. Used to measure sound in decibels (dB). • Tape measure. Used to measure the distance from speakers to primary listening position. The following items are recommended to optimize the performance of the C2N-DAP8/RC relative to the listening area, speaker arrangement, and the user’s preferences: •... -
Page 2: Setup Procedures
Setup Procedures Communications The Communications tab allows you to define the settings for communication with the C2N-DAP8/RC in order to download existing configuration files and upload new ones. It is important that you set the communication parameters first before doing any of the other setup procedures. - Page 3 Crestron DAT Software Device Type: This drop-down menu lets you specify whether the device is a Cresnet device or a card that is inserted into an expansion slot (e.g., C2VEQ-4). The C2N-DAP8/RC is a Cresnet device. Cresnet ID: Enter in the Cresnet ID of the device. The default ship-with ID for the DAP8/RC is 50.
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Page 4: Room Calibration
If so desired, setup of the source and the decoding type for each signal can be left at their default settings and the user will not have to make any selections. • Digital Audio Processors: C2N-DAP8/RC Crestron DAT Software Quick Start – DOC. 6238... - Page 5 Dolby Pro Logic II Movie Dolby Pro Logic II Music Dolby Pro Logic II Matrix Dolby Pro Logic User-Controlled Stereo (default) Dolby Pro Logic II Movie Dolby Pro Logic II Music Dolby Pro Logic II Matrix Digital Audio Processors: C2N-DAP8/RC • 5...
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Page 6: Output Settings
–30 dB to +12 dB. Adjust each speaker for the preferred level per decoding mode. LFE: This adjustment is for the Low Frequency Effects channel. The usable adjustment is –15 dB to 0. Adjust to the preferred level per decoding mode. • Digital Audio Processors: C2N-DAP8/RC Crestron DAT Software Dolby Pro Logic User-Controlled Dolby Digital EX DTS 5.1 (default) - Page 7 EQ Trim Preset: Use this drop-down to select the preset you would like to adjust. There are up to 10 presets available for the graphic EQ’s. All presets affect all active speakers in the system. Quick Start – DOC. 6238 Digital Audio Tools Digital Audio Processors: C2N-DAP8/RC • 7...
- Page 8 EQ’s to balance a room. If this is your first time, please consult the help file and/ or the latest version of the Crestron Surround Sound Primer (Doc. 6122) for information on the parametric EQ, its uses and adjustments.
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Page 9: Saving The Configuration
Crestron DAT Software Frequency: The usable range for frequency is 25 Hz to 20 KHz. This window shows any current value for the filter and allows a new frequency to be entered for the selected filter. Gain: The usable range for gain is –12 dB to 12 dB. This window shows any current value for the filter and allows a new gain value to be entered for the selected filter.