ARC Audio DXE Manual And User Manual

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DIGITAL CROSSOVER EQUALIZER
MANUAL AND USER GUIDE
DXE
DIGITAL HYBRID EQ/CROSSOVER
FULLY BALANCED SIGNAL FROM
HEAD UNIT TO CONTROL UNIT.
GREEN DOT MATRIX DISPLAY
REMOTE CONTROLLER.
DUAL INPUT.
5 BAND PARAMETRIC EQ.
MICROPROCESSOR CONTROLLED.
12/24 DB HIGH PASS CROSSOVER.
3 STEREO PLUS SUMMED SUB
AND CENTER OUTPUTS.
12/24/48 DB SUB CROSSOVER.

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CROSSOVER EQUALIZER MANUAL AND USER GUIDE DIGITAL HYBRID EQ/CROSSOVER FULLY BALANCED SIGNAL FROM HEAD UNIT TO CONTROL UNIT. GREEN DOT MATRIX DISPLAY REMOTE CONTROLLER. DUAL INPUT. 5 BAND PARAMETRIC EQ. MICROPROCESSOR CONTROLLED. 12/24 DB HIGH PASS CROSSOVER. 3 STEREO PLUS SUMMED SUB AND CENTER OUTPUTS.
  • Page 2 If at any point you begin to feel overwhelmed, return to your local Arc Audio dealer and let the trained professionals install or tune it for you.
  • Page 5: Configuration And Tuning

    Configuration and Tuning High Pass Crossover 12dB/24dB pre octave. 16Hz – 7100Hz 12dB/24dB Per Octave Stereo Crossover Frequency Hold the Select button for 2 seconds to advance to the next menu. Repeat this step until you get to the Frequency Menu . Tap the Select button until you reach the (High Pass) Frequency.
  • Page 6 Crossover 3 (X3) High Pass = 167Hz-7100Hz Low Pass = 167Hz-7011Hz Band Pass High=167Hz-7100Hz Band Pass Low= 16Hz-710Hz 12dB per Octave Crossover Mode Hold the Select button for 2 seconds to advance to the next menu. Repeat this step until you get to the Range Menu .
  • Page 7 Crossover 2 (X2) High Pass = 115Hz-4900Hz Low Pass = 115Hz-4900Hz Band Pass Low= 16Hz-710Hz Band Pass High=115Hz-4900Hz 12dB per Octave Crossover Mode; Hold the Select button for 2 seconds to advance to the next menu. Repeat this step until you get to the Range Menu .
  • Page 8: Sub Crossover

    The DXE Menus Sub Crossover 12dB/24dB/48dB mono 4Hz – 152Hz Crossover Frequency Hold the Select button for 2 seconds to advance to the next menu. Repeat this step until you get to the Frequency Menu . Sub: Tap the Select button until you reach the (Subwoofer) Frequency Turn the knob either direction to raise or lower the Frequency.
  • Page 9: Factory Defaults

    To Change the Presets, The DXE has six memory presets. With six different system configurations, almost anything is possible. Hold the Select button for 2 seconds to advance to the next menu. Repeat this step until Presets menu. you get to the Preset you wish.
  • Page 10 The DXE Menus 1: Freq Menu The Frequency Menu adjusts all the 1: Sub: 65.4 Hz crossover points that are available in 2: X2 HP 0115 Hz the current configuration. 3: X2 (HP) 4: X3 Hi: 3508 Hz In this example X2 is in high pass so the Low frequency is not displayed.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    Specifications Max input level 8 volts RMS Input sensitivity 8V (0 dB), 2V (10 dB), 700mV(20 dB) Max output level 10 volts RMS 47.5 K ohm Input impedance Minimum output impedance 600 ohms Harmonic distortion + Noise < .005 Frequency response +-.2dB Separation At 1 KHz “A”...
  • Page 12: Limited Warranty

    When returning for repair, pack the unit securely and send prepaid and insured to the address below. ARC Audio is not responsible for damage incurred during shipping. For warranty and non-warranty repairs, send to: ARC Audio 4719 Green Leaf Cr.
  • Page 13 Features: 1. Fully balanced signal from EQ unit to Crossover. 2. Green dot matrix display remote controller for setting output levels, crossover range and configuration of control unit. 3. Front-Rear fader. 4. Back lit knobs (Blue). 5. Dual input. 6. Five filters with adjustable center frequency. 7.
  • Page 14: Installation Information

    INSTALLATION INFORMATION 1. The DXE needs to be installed in the signal path between your source unit and your external amplifier(s). 2. Physically mount the DXE in a location that keeps it clean, cool, and dry. Don’t mount it under a cup holder or in a storage box were it will be covered with the stuff that always seems to collect in our cars.
  • Page 15: The Front Panel

    The Connections and Controls The Front Panel Master Volume Level Control: DXE has the ability to control the volume of your system including both inputs. This offers you control over sources like DVD players that do not have a volume control. Preamp Clip Indicator: This LED light indicates that you are supplying the DXE its maximum amount of signal voltage.
  • Page 16: Back Panel

    Back Panel Inputs: The DXE has two RCA inputs that need to get their audio signals from the source units (CD Player and Video system). If your source unit has multiple outputs (like a front, rear, and/or subwoofer) you should only connect the front or rear outputs to your DXE.
  • Page 17 The Crossover Display The Plug: This is a 10-pin flat wire cable. Do Not mistake it for the 8 pin Balanced Line cable. It won’t work. The Knob : This is a rotary encoder. All adjustments to the crossover are made here. It doesn’t have a stop.
  • Page 18 DXE Crossover Balanced Input : This balanced line connector should be connected to the DXE Equalizer, Be careful to plug it into the right spot. This cable will plug into the remote display port but this is a bad thing. Don’t try it. Power Out : This powers the EQ Section.

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