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- Page 1 DCP Series Digital Cinema Hardware User Manual DCP – Digital Cinema Processor TD-000285-00 C *TD-000285-00*...
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Page 2: Important Safety Precautions And Explanation Of Symbols
While QSC has endeavored to develop and produce the most dependable and robust ‘network’ audio product for your use, due to the myriad of network situations and equipment that may be encountered in its implementation, QSC cannot be held responsible for network conflicts and associated consequences that may result. -
Page 3: Fcc Interference Statement
Periodically, this warranty is updated. To obtain the most recent version of QSC’s warranty statement, please visit www.qscaudio.com. Contact us at 800-854-4079 or visit our website at www.qscaudio.com. The QSC limited warranty is valid for a period of three (3) years from date of purchase in the United States and many (but not all) other countries. -
Page 4: Digital Signal Processing
Introduction QSC’s DCP is a powerful solution for today’s D-Cinema audio systems. From server to speakers, the DCP offers a complete set of tools to facilitate all the signal processing, audio distribution, monitoring and automation control services required in a modern D-Cinema sound system. - Page 5 Advanced Monitor Functions In addition to audio monitoring of amplifi er inputs and outputs, the DCP includes QSC’s exclusive “load fault” detection. The DCP monitors all amplifi er outputs and indicates opens and shorts in the speaker system, providing confi rmation that all amplifi er outputs are functioning properly.
- Page 6 RS232 11. IEC inlet – AC mains power connector with cord lock 12. DataPort interface for QSC amplifi ers – supports up to fourteen single port amplifi ers 13. Hearing impaired and visually impaired special mix outputs 14.
- Page 7 DCP 200 Front Panel Features 1. Power “on” switch 2. 4" full-range monitor speaker 3. Monitor volume and parameter adjust (function depends on operating mode) Monitor mode: controls level to DCP front panel speaker in monitor mode Setup mode: provides parameter control in setup mode 4.
- Page 8 RS232 11. IEC inlet – AC mains power connector with cord lock 12. DataPort interface for QSC amplifiers – supports up to six single port amplifiers 13. Hearing impaired and visually impaired special mix outputs 14. CMOS compatible logic outputs – for use as automation triggers, alerts, system status 15.
- Page 9 DCP 100 Front Panel Features 1. Power “on” switch 2. 4" full-range monitor speaker 3. Monitor volume and parameter adjust (function depends on operating mode) Monitor mode: controls level to DCP front panel speaker in monitor mode Setup mode: provides parameter control in setup mode 4.
- Page 10 RS232 10. IEC inlet – AC mains power connector with cord lock 11. DataPort interface for QSC amplifiers – supports up to eight single port amplifiers 12. Hearing impaired and visually impaired special mix outputs 13. CMOS compatible logic outputs – for use as automation triggers, alerts, system status 14.
- Page 11 The large rotary encoder knob to the right of the touch control LCD is the master level control for the auditorium sound system. Adjusting this control manipulates the level of the audio signal fed to all audio outputs. Setup Overview Initial configuration of the DCP is performed through QSC’s DCP Manager™ software, which must be installed on a Windows ® PC or laptop computer.
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Page 12: Setup Overview
Help Files for instructions on how to confi gure the basic operating parameters of the DCP (source inputs, format, presets, etc). 4. Attach Amplifi ers Connect DataPort outputs on the DCP rear panel to DataPort inputs on QSC’s DCA or PL3 Series amplifi ers using QSC approved DataPort cables. -
Page 13: Connect Audio
Setup Overview 5. Connect Audio Connect cinema audio sources to the appropriate DCP rear panel input connectors. Main sources can come from digital content servers or analog fi lm processors. Additional analog and digital inputs are provided for alternative content sources, live feeds, DVD players, mic/ paging sources etc. - Page 14 USB cable The image above illustrates a Windows laptop connecting directly to the DCP via the product’s rear panel USB Type B port. The Windows machine is ® running QSC’s DCP Manager Application, which is used to confi gure the DCP.
- Page 15 DCP. A local Ethernet connection to a Windows laptop or PC that is running QSC’s Venue Manager Application provides the system designer with access to status, health and performance of the local system. Changes to Presets, audio levels and some automation control objects can be made through Venue Manager access.
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Page 16: Computer Requirements
If service is required and the original packing material is not available, ensure that the unit is adequately protected for shipment (use a strong box of appropriate size, sufficient packing/padding material to prevent load shifting or impact damage) or call QSC’s Technical Services Group for replacement packing material and a carton. - Page 17 Plug the AC line connector into an AC outlet. The power supply on the DCP product will accept from 100 to 240V, 50 to 60 Hz. If a different type of IEC power cord is required than that supplied with the product, consult QSC’s Technical Services Group. QSControl™ Network Connect one end of a data communications cable terminated with an RJ45 plug into the QSControl™...
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Page 18: Relay Outputs
NO contact and the NC contact is not connected. DataPorts QSC DataPorts on the DCP rear panel are intended to interface to QSC amplifiers with v1 DataPorts. These are the all-capable DataPorts, which are included on DCA and PL3 series amplifiers. All DataPorts use the HD15 connector format and connect to QSC amplifiers via data communications cables having male HD15 connectors on both ends. -
Page 19: Auxiliary Analog Input
Main Analog Input Connector Pinout 25-pin male D-Sub to 25-pin male D-Sub Main Analog Input Pin # Description Pin # Description Chassis ground Left - Left + Chassis ground Left extra - Left extra + Chassis ground Center - Center + Chassis ground Right extra - Right extra +... -
Page 20: Specifications
RCA (2) — Stereo Left and Right and Lt/Rt Matrix Dynamic range (unweighted): >105 dB THD+N at +12dBu input level DataPort outputs HD-15 (14) — QSC amplifier interface <.005 % (per AES-17) Automation inputs 2-pin Euro-style (x6) – 8-bit resolution... - Page 21 Specifications Continued Digital high-pass filter with Q programmable as flat Subsonic (high-pass) filter Automation inputs (.707) or B6 boost (2.0) from 15 Hz to 50 Hz Digital shelf filter with up to ±10 dB of cut/boost CD Horn EQ Input type OMNI (discrete state or potentiometer) programmable from 20 Hz to 20 kHz Accepts contact closure (switches, relays) or 10K...
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Page 22: Communication Settings
NOTE: Settings manipulated via serial port automation commands may be overridden or modified by commands issued from the DCP front panel display, by commands sent over the network using QSC’s Third Party Control Protocol, or by triggers coming in through other automation inputs on the DCP rear panel. - Page 23 cmd>dcp300mute=1 Return value: dcp300mute=1 To turn master mute off: cmd>dcp300mute=0 Return value: dcp300mute=0 To query current state of master mute: cmd>dcp300mute= Return value: dcp300mute=1 If invalid or out of range value entered: cmd>dcp300mute=a Return value: dcp300mute=invalid Note: Current state of Master Mute will remain active dcp300fader Sets the Master Volume level to the value specified in dB (-90.0 to 10.0 in .5dB increments).
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Page 24: Mailing Address
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