DXP Series Digital Cinema Hardware User Manual DXP — Digital Expansion Processor TD-000371-00-A *TD-000371-00*
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Warranty (USA only; other countries, see your dealer or distributor) QSC Audio Products 3 Year Limited Warranty QSC Audio Products, LLC (”QSC”) guarantees its products to be free from defective material and/or workmanship and will replace defective parts and repair malfunctioning products under this warranty when the defect occurs under normal installation and use, provided the unit is returned to our factory, one of our authorized service stations or an authorized QSC International Distributor via pre-paid
Introduction The DXP adds new capabilities to the DCP line of Digital Cinema Processors, creating a powerful solution for today’s networked D-Cinema audio systems. From server to speakers, the DCP and DXP combine to offer 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.
DXP Front Panel Features 1 2 3 4 5 — Figure 1 — Refer to the "Front Panel User Interface" on page 6 for details on using the PAGE and SET buttons. 1. LCD display 2. Page button — navigates through LCD pages and setting options 3. Set button — changes the parameters as accessed by the Page button 4. LED Power indicator — illuminates green when on 5. LED Status indicator – a. Red = loss of audio, and loss of control connection b. Green = audio and control connections are both good c.
Front Panel User Interface The majority of the configuration for the DXP is performed in the DCP. There a few things that can be changed using the DXP front panel, but the primary purpose of the LCD and the Page and Set buttons is for status. The following is a breakdown of what you can do and see using the front panel user interface. Press the PAGE button to move from page to page. Press the SET button to change to edit mode and to modify settings. NOTE: The DXP ID must be set via the DXP front panel.
Unpacking Remove your DXP product from its carton and inspect it carefully. Make sure that the carton contents are complete and that there are no signs of shipping damage. It is recommended that you keep the original packing materials for reuse in the rare event that service is required.
CobraNet Network Connect one end of a data communications cable terminated with an RJ45 plug into the CobraNet™ Primary receptacle on the rear panel of the DXP product. Ensure that the lock tab on the cable engages with the RJ45 receptacle on the rear panel DXP connector. For systems requiring redundant network connections, connect a second data communications cable terminated with an RJ45 plug into the CobraNet™ Secondary receptacle on the rear panel of the DXP product.
Specifications Refer to the individual sections in this document for more information. Specifications are subject to change. Parameter Specification Parameter Specification Audio Performance (DataPort Outputs) Dimensions (H/W/D): 1.75" x 19" x 15" Line voltage requirements 100 VAC – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Dynamic range (unweighted): >107 dB Accessories included 6 ft. UL/CSA line cord, Connector Kit THD+N at +12 dBu input level (per AES-17) <.
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