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EAW DX1208 Instruction Manual

12x8 digital matrix mixer and signal processor
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1208
DX
12x8 Digital Matrix Mixer and Signal Processor
INPUT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9/10
DX 1208
DX LINK RX
ON
REMOTES
ADDRESS
ETHERNET
DX LINK TX
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
OUTPUT
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
11/12
CLIP
CLIP
- 40
- 40
ANALOG
H
G
F
E
D
C
B
A
OUTPUT
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
RS232
3
2
1
6
5
4
3
2
1
OUT
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
LOGIC
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
DX 1208
ON
MATRIX MIXER
DX LINK ACTIVE
COMM
4
3
2
IN
IN
IN
S/PDIF
GND
GND
GND
IN
9/10
IN
8
IN
7
IN
6
IN
5
L
L
L
8
7
6
IN
IN
IN
GND
GND
GND
R
R
R
IN
11/12
1
IN
GND
5
IN
GND

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1208 12x8 Digital Matrix Mixer and Signal Processor DX 1208 INPUT OUTPUT MATRIX MIXER 9/10 11/12 CLIP CLIP DX LINK ACTIVE COMM - 40 - 40 ANALOG OUTPUT S/PDIF DX 1208 DX LINK RX 9/10 REMOTES RS232 LOGIC ADDRESS 11/12 ETHERNET...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    EAW Commercial strongly 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service recommends that this equipment be installed only by a professional personnel.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Communicating Over RS232 ............15 Upgrading the Firmware ............. 15 5. TYPICAL HOOKUP DIAGRAM ............. 15 6. SPECIFICATIONS................16 DX1208 Specifications ..............16 Disclaimer ................... 17 Block Diagram ................18 7. SERVICE INFORMATION .............. 19 Part No. 0028766-00 Rev. B 06/09 ©...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    DSP functions prior to distributing signal at line level. • 8 balanced line-level outputs on Euroblock connectors The DX1208 can also receive up to 6 logic inputs and send up to 3 logic outputs, programmable via the included DX • Limiter, eight band EQ plus two crossover filters, and delay Navigator control software.

  • Page 5: Front Panel Features

    The front panel consists mostly of indicators showing the 7. IEC AC SOCKET status of the DX1208, with the exception of the USB connector The DX1208 has a universal power supply, allowing it to for easy programming access with a PC.

  • Page 6: Hardware Installation

    DX1208 to allow proper ventilation. channel are summed to mono internally. It is possible to If you do not rack mount the DX1208, you may remove the have a signal connected to both balanced (Euroblock) and rack ears if desired.
  • Page 7 Euroblock connector for Inputs 5-8, the RCA and Euroblock It may be necessary to connect a 2-conductor unbalanced input signals are combined as well. input to a balanced input on the DX1208. Connecting Digital Sources To connect an unbalanced line-level signal to a...
  • Page 8 Euroblock connectors. Wire the connectors as indicated on the rear panel: The most common way to connect to the DX1208 is over the USB port, which is why it is located on the front panel—to provide easy access, especially when the unit is rack mounted.
  • Page 9 Connecting the DX LINK RX/TX The DX1208 can also be connected to a PC via the Ethernet port, provided the PC has an Ethernet port as well. Use a Cat5 These two RJ-45 connectors are provided to connect DX or Cat5e Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors.

  • Page 10: Ac Power Considerations

    The DX1208 has a built-in universal power supply and electrical box. can accept an AC voltage ranging from 100 V to 240 V. Each DX1208 draws an average of 0.5 amps of AC line current at 120 VAC. Warning: Always use a 3-conductor AC power cord with a safety ground connection.
  • Page 11 11. When DX Navigator opens, the following dialog box 8. A warning about removing previous versions of DX appears, informing you where the drivers are located on Navigator appears. Click “Next” to continue. the hard drive (Program Files\EAW\Data\FTDI). Click “OK” to continue. DX1208 –...
  • Page 12 12. Connect the DX1208 USB port to a USB port on your 15. Click the “Browse” button and navigate to C:\Program computer using a standard USB cable. Turn on the DX1208 Files\EAW\Data\FTDI\DX1208 (or other location if you chose and the New Hardware Wizard will start.
  • Page 13 Click “Close” to complete the driver installation. 19. Select “Browse my computer for driver software (advanced).” 20. Click the “Browse” button and navigate to C:\Program Files\EAW\Data\FTDI\DX1208 (or other location if you chose to install the drivers somewhere else). Click “Next” to continue. DX1208 –...

  • Page 14: Establishing Communication Over Usb

    6. Click the “Specify Target IP Addresses” radio button. Enter the same IP address that you entered previously for the DX1208 and click “Add” to add it to the list of IP Addresses that DX Navigator will search for when it goes online.

  • Page 15: Communicating Over Rs232

    IP Indirect Connection address to each DX1208, even if there is a DHCP server on the network, and select “Specify Target IP Addresses” in the If you have multiple DX1208s installed in a system, you Communications window (see “To assign a static IP address”...

  • Page 16: Specifications

    6. SPECIFICATIONS DX1208 SPECIFICATIONS Compressor Threshold: +20 to –60 dB INPUTS / OUTPUTS Ratio: 1:1 to 20:1 Attack: 1 to 5000 ms Inputs 1-8: Balanced, Euroblock terminals Release: 50 to 5000 ms Inputs 5-8: Unbalanced, RCA connectors (summed with Gain Makeup: 0 to +40 dB, 0.5 dB steps...

  • Page 17: Disclaimer

    +48 VDC description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated. EAW Commercial is a trademark of LOUD Technologies Inc. All other brand names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders, and are hereby acknowledged.

  • Page 18: Block Diagram

    BLOCK DIAGRAM – DX1208...

  • Page 19: Service Information

    SAME AS ABOVE SAME AS ABOVE 7. SERVICE INFORMATION In the event that your DX1208 should require servicing, 3. Include a legible note stating your name, return shipping please follow these instructions: address (no P.O. boxes), daytime phone number, and Return Authorization Number.
  • Page 20 EAW Commercial A LOUD Technologies Inc. Company EAW Commercial | One Main Street | Whitinsville, MA 01588 USA | TEL toll free within US/Canada 800-992-5013 TEL outside US 508-234-6158 | FAX 508-234-8251 | www.eaw.com © 2009 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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