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Dateq SPL-5 MKII Manual

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  • Page 1 SPL-5 MKII Audio Limiter & Sound level logger Manual SPL-5 MK2_205201_V1.0UK...
  • Page 2 SPL-5 MK2_205201_V1.0UK...
  • Page 3 Due to the nature of this product and it's designed functionalities it is considered to be used and installed solely by professional and certified installers and is not intended for consumer usage or resale. Consumer use is not supported by the manufacturer. SPL-5 MK2_205201_V1.0UK...
  • Page 4 SPL-5 MK2_205201_V1.0UK...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    16.The user may not carry out any work on the equipment other than that specified in the operating instructions. Product support For questions about the SPL series limiters, accessories or other products contact Dateq at: Dateq Audio Technologies B.V. De Paal 37...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Index Safety instructions..........5 Installation............21 Introduction............7 Configuration..........21 Installation............8 Configuration license........22 Connections...........9 Unlocking the limiter........22 Audio inputs..........12 Live..............23 Audio outputs..........12 Limiter configuration........24 External attenuator........12 Mode............24 Signaling..........13 Limiter settings........24 Operation............14 Certification date........24 Technical specifications........16 Microphone settings........24 Inputs............16 Timeslots.............25 Outputs............16 Bypass calender..........25 Common............16 Display............26 Audio............16 Firmware update..........27 Limiter.............16...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 Manual Introduction Introduction The SPL-5 MK2 is a sound level limiter that records the sound pressure levels for at least 180 day's. Other events like power cycle, tamper detections or overload on sound level are also recorded.

  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Installation The limiter is installed in between the audio source (a mixing desk for example) and the speaker amplifier. Image 1: Connecting the SPL-5 MK2 When calibrating the system, the power amplifier has to be set to maximum output level. The limiter will reduce the signal as much as needed.

  • Page 9: Connections

    DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Installation Connections To prevent modification of the connections after calibration and sealing, the connectors of the limiter are inaccessible after sealing of the cover plates at the front. To access the connector board, remove the right cover plate at the front panel.
  • Page 10 Installation DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Microphone input; XLR 3-pin female Function Description 1 Ground Audio ground 2 Audio + Power and audio 3 Audio - Power and audio Table 1: microphone input connections Audio inputs left and right; XLR 3-pin female...
  • Page 11 DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Installation Signaling connector; DB-25 female Function In/ output 1 External attenuation 2 Reduction signaling Out; 15V/ 5mA max. 3 Overload signaling Out; 15V/ 5mA max. 4 Live OK signaling Out; 15V/ 5mA max. 5 Warning signaling Out;...

  • Page 12: Audio Inputs

    Installation DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Audio inputs Balanced audio inputs. Pin 1 and 3 of the XLR connector should be linked together when the mixer only has unbalanced outputs. The mixers' signal can be connected to pin 2, and the ground to pin 1.

  • Page 13: Signaling

    DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Installation Signaling Reduction signaling An indicator to show that the limiter has reduced the signal level can be connected to this output. This output has the same function as the reduction LED on the front of the limiter (Audio reduction).

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 Manual Operation 1. Power switch: switches main AC power on or off for the limiter. 2. Display: The display shows all important values like system time, current sound level in different values (dBA, dBC, Leq and line level) and the current reduction.
  • Page 15 DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 Manual Operation 10.Microphone: 3-pins XLR-connection for the standard DCM-5 microphone. 11.Audio input: 3-pins XLR-connection for left and right audio input. 12.Audio output: 3-pins XLR-connection for left and right audio output. 13.Signaling connector: Sub-D 25 connector for connection external signaling, audio in- and outputs and the measurement microphone.

  • Page 16: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Inputs Mic (Measurement microphone)......XLR-3 female. Use only the original DCM-5 microphone. Line (left and right)...........XLR-3 female. Electronically balanced Input sensitivity..........+18dBu maximum Input resistance..........50kOhm Commom-mode reduction......>86dB Outputs Line (left and right)...........XLR-3 male. Electronically balanced. Output resistance..........50Ohm Common Audio Frequency response........20Hz...22kHz @ -1dB Signal/ noise ratio..........>100dB THD+N (IEC-A)..........<0.02% Limiter...
  • Page 17 SPL-5 MKII Audio Limiter & Sound level logger Configuration...
  • Page 18 Notes...
  • Page 19 Index Safety instructions..........5 Installation.............21 Introduction.............7 Configuration............21 Installation...............8 Configuration license..........22 Connections............9 Unlocking the limiter.........22 Audio inputs..........12 Live..............23 Audio outputs..........12 Limiter configuration.........24 External attenuator........12 Mode............24 Signaling............13 Limiter settings..........24 Operation..............14 Certification date..........24 Technical specifications........16 Microphone settings........24 Inputs...............16 Timeslots............25 Outputs............16 Bypass calender..........25 Common............16 Display.............26 Audio............16 Firmware update..........27 Limiter............16...

  • Page 20: Introduction Configuration

    Configuratie DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 Handleiding Introduction configuration The SPL-5 MK2 is a sound level limiter that records the sound pressure levels for at least 180 day's. Other events like power cycle, tamper detections or overload on sound level are also recorded.

  • Page 21: Installation

    Apple OSX, Linux and other operating systems are not supported. Minimum display resolution 1400 * 1050 pixels. Always use the latest software and firmware release that can be found at www.dateq.nl. Configuration In this chapter the configuration and system settings for the SPL-5 MK2 are explained. These settings normally are made once on installation.

  • Page 22: Configuration License

    SPL limiter and settings need to be changed, you need to contact your local distributor or installer. The closest supplier can be found at the Dateq selling points part of the website: www.dateq.nl. An installer license is linked and registered to the installing company and should not be transferred to third parties.

  • Page 23: Live

    DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Installation Live The live view of the software allows to monitor the SPL-5 MK2 current measurements. These displays follow in color of the actual display in green and red. Along with the current SPL levels, the front panel status LED's are displayed. This gives a quick...

  • Page 24: Limiter Configuration

    Installation DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Limiter configuration The manual configuration of sound level parameters. Mode Live Limiter and recorder • Line Limiter and recorder • In live mode the limiter will use the SPL values measured by the microphone in its calulation to limit the outgoing audio signal.

  • Page 25: Timeslots

    DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Installation Timeslots The time slots allow different dB values during the week. Three slot's a day are available. The slot reduces the maximum allowed value by the selected amount of dB. Settings become active after storing.

  • Page 26: Display

    Installation DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Display The front panel display allows to view different values. Limiter display: Top left, Top right, Bottom left, Bottom right. Display view can be adjusted. Leq-1: Maximum: 50 tot 125dB, default 85 Leq filter: ANSI A, ANSI C of Flat, default A...

  • Page 27: Firmware Update

    DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Installation Firmware update Select latest release firmware and click on update. The system will check for a valid update. When a valid firmware is found, the reduction bar will change into a chaser (bootloader-mode) and the firmware will be updated.

  • Page 28: Settings

    Installation DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Settings Save settings allows a backup of the current device settings. Load settings allows to restore previous saved settings. Restore to factory default allows to restore all settings to factory default. All previous settings will be lost.

  • Page 29: History

    The SPL-5 MK2 logs all measured values and stores these encrypted into it's internal memory. Attempts to alter measured sound sample data within the SPL-5 MK2 is prevented and will result in a defective unit that can only be restored at the Dateq service desk. Select date: Select the date that needs to be inspected.
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  • Page 32: Product Support

    Installation DATEQ SPL-5 MK2 manual Product support For questions about the SPL series limiters, accessories or other products contact Dateq at: Dateq Audio Technologies B.V. De Paal 37 Phone: (036) 54 72 222 1351 JG Almere E-mail: info@dateq.nl The Netherlands Internet: www.dateq.nl...

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