Speaker Database; Default & Custom Database; Monitor Gain Levels - QSC DCM series User Manual

iii. Speaker Database
This window gives access to an extensive database of cinema speaker settings which can
fully configure the crossover and fault monitoring functions. Each of these speaker files has
a manufacturer name (Make), a model number, a crossover type (1 way, 2 way or 3 way), and
the manufacturers impedance specifications. Speaker models are separated into two cate-
gories, Default (supplied by QSC), or Custom (created by you).
a Default Database
Many speaker types that are common in the cinema industry are available here.
b Custom Database
If you make or modify a factory speaker, you can adjust the crossover for maximum per-
formance and save those settings into a custom speaker database.
NOTE: to create a Custom Speaker Model, see DSP Settings.
iv. Monitor Gain Levels...
When monitoring audio (from the front panel speaker) in the "AMP" mode, the signal that
you are listening to is AFTER the crossover. For example, when monitoring the left amplifier
signal, the DCM actually combines the different frequency outputs which comprise the LEFT
signal.
This window allows you to adjust the relative volumes of the post crossover signals sent to
the front panel monitor speaker. Once set, these will cause the same mix in the Left, Center,
and Right channels.
There is no crossover on the Surround signals, so the level adjustment here merely allows
you to adjust the monitor output volume relative to the L/C/R output.
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