Converting Coverage Specs to A Layout... 19 An Example of Coverage Pattern vs. Speaker Size ... 19 When Controlled Coverage is Needed ... 20 The Use of Subwoofers ... 20 Positioning Subwoofer Components... 21 Choosing the Best Mixer/Amplifier ... 21 ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 3...
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Appendix A: Distributed Audio Systems – A Primer ... 37 Why Is It Called “Constant Voltage”?... 37 What Are the Advantages to Constant Voltage Systems? ... 37 Amplifier Bridging ... 38 Single-Channel Direct Drive... 38 Use of Autotransformers ... 39 ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 4...
We can't design systems the way we used to, using obsolete rules of thumb or just substituting a louder, low-quality sound for a quieter one and calling it a job well done. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide The EV Advantage Over 50 years of proven performance.
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This guide is a comprehensive set of design tools and extensive product information to help you understand the world of Business Audio and the broad range of offerings EV/Dynacord makes available to you to service this dynamic and fast growing market.
EVID 6.2 and 4.2 contributes to the controlled coverage without adding distortion. It’s size, shape and depth are optimized for crossover transition, linear response on and off axis, and even coverage over a 100° x 120°. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 7...
The result was a speaker that had the same poor intelligibility problems when used in reverberant room as conventional ceiling speakers. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 8...
EV has provided a wide range of component ceiling speakers for many years. Contractors have come to expect value and performance for every EV model. Component ceiling speakers are often a good solution when specific requirements of the job dictate using an unconventional ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 9...
The speaker output is available at a barrier strip which includes terminals for driving low impedance loudspeaker loads, as well as 25, 70.7 or 100 volt distributed systems. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Size Acoustic Design 4”...
70v-capable models feature Transformer Saturation Protection (TSP) that monitors the current demands of the transformer and can protect against overload and distortion. All models are equipped with extremely quiet fans providing front-to-rear air circulation, guaranteeing trouble-free operation even in smaller power amplifier rack systems. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 11...
Anyway, in most cases the permanent connection of a computer bears benefits, like displaying detailed status reports or the printing of protocols. It also offers the possibility for remote diagnosis and remote maintenance via modem. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Benefit Ensures that the amplifier will never reach a critical operating temperature thus preventing any thermal damage.
• Pilot tone and ground fault surveillance (optionally available) • Fault indication and fault messaging via floating READY-contact ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Description Central Unit Matrix System Processor Input Module: 2 Channel Aux (RCA Phono Connectors) Input Module: Combination Mic/Line + Paging Console...
Amplification EV and Dynacord Amplifiers provide exception performance and reliability. The range of offerings is impressive as well. From the MA series of rack mount mixer amplifiers to the CPS and ProAnnounce series of power amplifiers any application can be covered.
ProAnnounce designer software if a pro announce based system is being employed. If a simpler system is used then often a basic charting package such as Visio is adequate to lay out the system. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 15...
If the building manager tells your installers to put the amp racks in the basement you don’t want the owners calling you and insisting that they should have been in the second floor office ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 16...
In addition to the spacing pattern, the designer must choose between three density types, designated respectively as edge-to-edge, minimum overlap and center-to-center (see Figure 1). The greater the overlap, the more uniform the coverage — and the higher the cost. Budgetary ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 17...
The actual listening-plane coverage depends on the polar plot of each speaker. On average, the coverage of the listening plane from a speaker with a 140° polar coverage is usually between 90° and 110° . ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 18...
— at a significant savings — by using specially designed 4-inch elements. Characterized by somewhat smoother frequency response and less susceptibility to feedback than 8-inch elements, 4-inch units are also generally less expensive and offer a real advantage in reduced directivity. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 19...
The number of subwoofers to use, where to position them, how to set the taps (on 70V/100V subs) and how loud to run them vary depending on the characteristics of each installation. Criteria ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 20...
The first step in selecting a mixer/amplifier is to examine the demands of the application. What are the intended uses for the system? Will background or foreground music be required in addition to paging? If so, from what type of source: FM/AM radio, tape, or both? Where will pages ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 21...
The majority of practical installations fall within this category. In professional buildings, office structures, warehouse paging ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 22...
The DRM4000 can be used either in a stand- alone mode or in conjunction with the DPM 4000. The DRM 4000 can be used to enhance the DPM 4000’s input and output capabilities. The DRM 4000 features eight stereo RCA inputs, four ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 23...
It is also possible to connect external switches, breakers, rotary controls or rotary encoders, respectively to query control outputs of external units (power supplies, power amplifiers). ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 24...
Besides its control inputs and control outputs, the ProAnnounce system provides additional interface ports. The connection of paging consoles to the ProAnnounce manager DPM 4000 is performed via serial RS-485 ports. This allows connecting up to four terminals at a single port. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 25...
4xxR cards are identical in function to the standard cards, but use a card cage with a backplane for interconnection. The ProAnnounce™ Designer software only refers to the standard DCS 4xx cards, however they are interchangeable. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 26...
The following pages show a variety of system examples using all of the components we have talked about in the preceding pages. These systems are practical, real world, examples you can adapt and use for your own installations. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 27...
EVID C4.2 Main EVID C4.2 Restrooms EVID C10.1 Main Amplification MA1212 Office OTHER RELATED EQUIPMENT Various Various Various ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Telephone Paging Paging Mic 2 - Stockroom Description Ceiling Speaker Ceiling Speaker Subwoofer Mixer/Amplifier Rack/Misc CD Player/Tuner Wire Subwoofer Quantity...
Office MP756 Office DCS408 Office DPP4002 Office OTHER RELATED EQUIPMENT Various Various Various ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Zone 1 Zone Control lines DCS 408 Card 24v Power supply Description Paging Horn Ceiling Speaker 60 watt mixer/amplifer 4x100 power amplifier Paging Microphone...
Office DPA4410 Office Office NRS90258 Office Various NRS90257 Office OTHER RELATED EQUIPMENT Various Various Various ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Remote Main Restaurant Control Radio Tuner DRM4000 Hostess DPA4410 Sports Bar Sub Description Surface Mount Speaker Ceiling Speaker Subwoofer 8x2 Matrix Router...
DCS416R Office DCS400 Office DCS420 Office NRS90218 Office NRS90216 Office NRS90234 Office NRS90240 Zones OTHER RELATED EQUIPMENT ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Snack Shop Pool Spin Room Remote Remote Remote Control Control Control Description Surface Mount Speaker Ceiling Speaker Underwater Speaker Subwoofer...
Office NRS90216 Office NRS90234 Office NRS90240 Various OTHER RELATED EQUIPMENT ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide n tailored more for high school and college have different tastes in clothing, music, and personal interests. Paging Mic - Cashier Mens Clothing Womens Remote Control Description...
Office DCS416R Office DCS400 Office DCS420 Office NRS90216 Office NRS90234 Office NRS90240 Office OTHER RELATED EQUIPMENT ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Coffee Shop Cashier CD Sales Remote Rem ote Control Control Rem ote Control Description Surface Mount Speaker Ceiling Speaker Ceiling Speaker...
CV systems once employed integral output transformers. Virtually all modem professional transistor amplifiers deliver an output voltage that is essentially independent of load, however, making contemporary CV systems much easier to implement. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide tive to the impedance of the Page 37...
Certainly, a 75 watt-per-channel professional power amplifier is well within the range of many system budgets. Given the state of contemporary amplifier technology, there is no reason why an amp of this power class could not drive two 25-volt branches directly. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide tage distribution systems. lop 70 volts directly.
Operating the power amplifier at the equivalent of a 4-ohm load utilizes all of its available power, for further cost efficiency. The extremely low insertion loss of the AT100 allows virtually all of that power to be transferred to the line, ma ximizing the capabilities of the system. ElectroVoice/Dynacord BGM Guide Page 39...