Toa DP-SP3 Operating Instructions Manual
Toa DP-SP3 Operating Instructions Manual

Toa DP-SP3 Operating Instructions Manual

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Thank you for purchasing TOA's Digital Speaker Processor.
Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DIGITAL SPEAKER PROCESSOR DP-SP3 L IN – 4 – 4 Thank you for purchasing TOA’s Digital Speaker Processor. Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    8. MUTE FUNCTION OPERATION ............12 8.1. Mute Indicators ....................12 8.2. Turning on the Mute Function by the DP-SP3 ............ 13 8.3. Turning OFF the Mute Function by the DP-SP3 ..........13 9. PRESET NUMBER INDICATION FUNCTION ....... 14 10.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. • Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacture's instructions. • Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. • Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. • Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    AC outlet and • When unplugging the power supply cord, be sure contact your nearest TOA dealer. Make no further to grasp the power supply plug; never pull on the attempt to operate the unit in this condition as this cord itself.
  • Page 5 Moving the unit · The supplied rack-mounting screws can be used with the power cord connected to the outlet may for the TOA equipment rack only. Do not use them cause damage to the power cord, resulting in fire or for other racks.
  • Page 6: General Description

    • The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and the plug shall be easily accessible. • The supplied power supply cord is designed for exclusive use with this unit. Never use it with other equipment. • Install the unit in locations where the temperature is between 0 and +40 °C (32 and 104 °F) and the moisture is less than 90% (no dew condensation must be formed). • The DP-SP3 is a precision audio component. To prevent failure, avoid locations where the unit may be exposed to strong shocks or vibrations. • To clean, be sure to first switch off the unit's power, then wipe with a dry cloth. When the unit gets very dirty, use a cloth damped in a neutral cleanser. Never use benzene, thinner, alcohol, or chemically-treated cleaning cloth because such volatile liquids could deform or discolor the unit.
  • Page 7: Nomenclature And Functions

    Indicate the audio output levels. 4. Operation status indicators [STATUS] Note that the output level is too high when the • RUN indicator [RUN] PEAK indicator always lights. Indicates the DP-SP3's operation status. Adjust the DP-SP3 unit's volume level by the PC Lights green: Normal operation with the DP-SP3 PC Software installed. Flashes green: Mute switches in lock mode Flashes orange: Fan failure 8.
  • Page 8: Rear

    1 3. Input terminals [INPUTS +4 dBu, 1 − 2] • FULL indicator +4 dB*, 600 Ω, balanced, removable terminal Lights during Full duplex operation. block DP-SP3’s default address “192.168.14.1”. 14. Contact input terminals Use the supplied DP-SP3 PC Software to [CONTACT INPUTS 1 − 4, C] perform IP address setting. Removable terminal block, 4-channel contact input terminal *0 dB = 0.775 V...
  • Page 9: System Configuration Example

    The following 2 methods are used to control the DP-SP3 from the external control device. Functions to be controlled differ depending on each method. 7.1.1. Method of direct control This example shows a method to control the DP-SP3 by directly connecting the external device’s contact outputs to the DP-SP3 unit’s contact inputs. Controllable functions: Preset memory recall, Volume control, and Mute ON/OFF...
  • Page 10: Control By The M-864D Digital Mixer

    [Controlling multiple DP-SP3 units (up to 3 units)] M-864D DP-SP3: Preset memory recall DP-SP3 M-864D: Preset memory number change request Switching hub M-864D DP-SP3 DP-SP3 7.3. Control by a PC A single PC can control up to 4 DP-SP3 units. [Controlling a single DP-SP3] DP-SP3: Preset memory recall/save, Online edit, and Mute ON/OFF DP-SP3 PC: Preset memory number change request and Volume level display Switching hub DP-SP3...
  • Page 11: Control By Various Types Of Devices

    DP-SP3 DP-SP3 7.4. Control by Various Types of Devices This example shows a method to control multiple DP-SP3 units (up to 4 units) by a PC, the contact output devices, the external control devices, and the M-864D. Switching hub Contact output device...
  • Page 12: Mute Function Operation

    The DP-SP3 can perform Mute function operation. Use this function when wishing to mute each output. Use the DP-SP3 unit or the supplied DP-SP3 PC Software to perform mute operation. The DP-SP3 can perform each individual output mute, while the DP-SP3 PC Software can perform both each individual output mute and simultaneous mute of all outputs (Mute All). For the operations of the supplied DP-SP3 PC Software, read the separate DP-SP3 Software Instructions.
  • Page 13: Turning On The Mute Function By The Dp-Sp3

    “−40” level indicator of that channel stops flashing, then goes out or lights*. * T he indicator lights if the mute operation with lower priority indication activated by the DP-SP3 PC Software overlap with the muting operated by Mute is canceled by the Software.
  • Page 14: Preset Number Indication Function

    The saved setting data is referred to as “Preset memory.” The supplied DP-SP3 PC Software allows up to 16 patterns of the Preset memories to be stored or recalled. For the store and recall methods, read the separate DP-SP3 Software Instructions.
  • Page 15 [Binary mode] The following tables show the relationship between the Note: Binary control example by way of the 3P terminal statuses to be given to the terminals and Preset memories to be recalled. Max 50 ms Selecting 2 Preset memories using the terminal 4 Preset memory number Terminal 4 200 ms Open...
  • Page 16: Output Volume Control

    10.2. Output Volume Control • Closing the terminals for 250 ms or more causes an action to operate by 1 step*. * S elect the variation from “1 dB step,” “3 dB step,” or “6 dB Max. 50 ms step” using the DP-SP3 PC Software. 200 ms Detects the First volume leading edge. control • Maintaining the terminals closed for 250 ms or more causes a 1-step action to repeat every 800 ms for 3 times, followed by 1-step action repeating every 200 ms. Opening the terminals stops these continuous actions.
  • Page 17: Firmware Version Indication

    11. FIRMWARE VERSION INDICATION The DP-SP3’s firmware version can be confirmed by checking the lighting indicator status on the DP-SP3’s front panel. • Firmware Version Indication The DP-SP3’s firmware version is expressed as shown in the following example. Here, the individual numbers are denoted by A, B, and C. (Example) Ver. • How to check firmware version W hen the DP-SP3 is activated, the indicators on the front panel light for 3 seconds, indicating the figure of “A,” “B,” and “C.” The figure that each indicator indicates is as follows. Note: If all the indicators in “B” and “C” sections are unlit, it represents “0.” Indicates "A." Indicates "B." Indicates "C." DP-SP3 In the above example of “Ver. 1.2.4”, the indicators of each section light as follows.
  • Page 18: Initializing The Dp-Sp3

    12. INITIALIZING THE DP-SP3 1, 2 Input level indicators Output level indicators Power switch Mute switches 2, 3 Step 1. Turn off the power switch. Step 2. Turn on the power switch while continuously holding down the Mute switches 1, 2, and 5.
  • Page 19: Installation

    Be sure to leave the installation work (rack mounting) to a qualified installer. Power amplifier CAUTION Blank panel DP-SP3 When installing the unit in an equipment rack, do not block the ventilation slots on the unit’s both sides and rear side. Doing so may cause heat to build up inside the unit and result in fire.
  • Page 20: Mounting In A Rack

    The supplied rack-mounting screws can be used for the TOA equipment rack only. Do not use them for other racks. When installing the unit in a rack other than that of TOA, be sure to use the screws with a diameter of over 5 mm (0.2”) and length of over 12 mm (0.47”) to D IG IT A mount the unit.
  • Page 21: Removable Terminal Plug Connection

    14.2. Removable Terminal Plug Connection Notes • Avoid soldering stranded or shielded cable, as contact resistance may increase when the cable is tightened and the solder is crushed, possibly resulting in an excessive rise in joint temperatures. • When connecting 2 cables or a shielded cable to a single terminal, use a ferrule terminal with an insulation sleeve to crimp the cables because such cable conductors could become loose. Recommended ferrule terminals for signal cables (made by Phoenix Contact) Unit: mm (in) Insulation sleeve...
  • Page 22: Block Diagram

    15. BLOCK DIAGRAM Analog Digital Analog (–14 dB) SIGNAL GREEN INPUT 1 FILTER +4 dB* ×10 (–14 dB) SIGNAL GREEN INPUT 2 FILTER SIGNAL +4 dB* ×10 CPU CONTROL GREEN OUTPUT 1 FILTER COMP DELAY MUTE +4 dB* ×12 SIGNAL GREEN OUTPUT 2 FILTER...
  • Page 23 (Cat. 5-STP or better) Maximum cable length: 100 m (109.36 yd) (between DP-SP3 and switching hub) Operating Temperature 0 to 40 ºC (32 to 104 ºF) Operating Humidity 90 %RH (no condensation) Finish Panel: Aluminum, hairline, black, Case: Surface−treated steel plate Dimensions 482 (w) x 44 (h) x 288.7 (d) mm (18.98” x 1.73” x 11.37”) Weight 3.1 kg (6.83 lb) * 0 dB = 0.775 V Note: The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement. • Accessories [CE/CE-AU/CE-GB version] [CU version] Power supply cord (2 m or 6.56 ft) ......1 Power supply cord (2 m or 6.56 ft) ......1 Removable terminal plug (3 P) ........8 Removable terminal plug (3 P) ........8 Removable terminal plug (5 P) ........1 Removable terminal plug (5 P) ........1 Rack mounting screw ..........4 CD-ROM (containing DP-SP3 PC software) .....1 CD-ROM (containing DP-SP3 PC software) .....1...
  • Page 24: Dimensional Diagram

    Modifications Any modifications made to this device that are not approved by TOA Corporation may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment.

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