Crown Audio DBC Network Bridge - Manual (Page 13)

DBC Network Bridge
Operation Manual page 13
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................... 2
Declaration of Conformity................................................................. 3
1 Getting Started with the DBC Network Bridge .................... 4
1.1 Hardware Installation ............................................................ 4
1.1.1 Audio and Network Connections.................................. 4
1.2 Communicating with the DBC Network Bridge...................... 6
1.2.1 The Network Wizard ..................................................... 6
1.2.2 Introduction ................................................................. 6
1.2.3 TCP/IQ Addressing Rules ............................................ 6
1.2.4 TCP/IQ Setup............................................................... 7
1.2.5 TCP/IQ Addressing Worksheet..................................... 9
Table of Contents .............................................................................. 13
2 Welcome ....................................................... 14
2.1 Features ............................................................................... 14
2.2 How to Use This Manual....................................................... 14
Sample Application Diagram ............................................................ 15
3 Setup ............................................................ 16
3.1 Unpack and Install Your DBC Network Bridge ..................... 16
3.2 Connecting to AC Mains ...................................................... 16
3.3 Wiring................................................................................... 17
3.3.1 Analog, Digital and Auxiliary Inputs............................. 17
3.3.2 Balanced Input Wiring ................................................. 18
3.3.3 Unbalanced Input Wiring ............................................. 18
3.3.4 Balanced Monitor Output Wiring ................................. 18
3.3.5 Unbalanced Monitor Output Wiring ............................. 19
3.3.6 CobraNet Connections................................................. 19
3.3.7 Control Port Connections ............................................ 19
4 Operation ....................................................... 20
4.1 Front Panel Controls and Indicators...................................... 20
4.2 Back Panel Controls and Connectors ................................... 21
4.3 Navigating the LCD Control Screen ...................................... 22
4.3.1 Functions, Controls and Screens ................................. 22
4.3.2 Operation Examples ..................................................... 23
4.3.3 Menu Tree.................................................................... 23
4.4 IQwic Overview .................................................................... 24
4.5 Metering ............................................................................... 25
4.6 General Tab........................................................................... 26
4.7 Basic Processing Functions.................................................. 27
4.7.1 Signal Path Tab, Cinema Surround Form..................... 27
4.7.2 Input Compressor ........................................................ 28
4.7.3 Input Delay................................................................... 29
4.7.4 EQ Filters .................................................................... 30
4.7.5 All Outputs Volume Controls ....................................... 32
4.7.6 Signal Generator .......................................................... 33
4.7.7 CobraNet: Explanation ................................................. 34
4.7.8 Cobranet: Output.......................................................... 35
4.7.9 Booth Monitor Source Select ....................................... 36
4.7.10 Presets....................................................................... 37
4.7.11 Preset Editor .............................................................. 38
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4.7.12 Scenes........................................................................39
4.7.13 Scene Editor ...............................................................40
4.7.14 Events Scheduler........................................................41
4.8 General Firmware Features ....................................................43
4.8.1 Input Level Meters........................................................43
4.8.2 Input Dynamic Cut/Boost Meters..................................43
4.8.3 Output Level Meters .....................................................43
4.8.4 Output Dynamic Cut/Boost Meters ...............................43
4.8.5 Memory Backup ...........................................................43
4.8.6 Presets .........................................................................43
4.8.7 Real Time Clock ...........................................................43
4.8.8 Events...........................................................................43
5 Advanced Operation ........................................... 44
5.1 Advanced Operation Table of Contents ..................................44
5.2 Advanced Functions ..............................................................45
5.3 Advanced Form Firmware Features........................................54
5.4 Technical Description ............................................................69
6 Troubleshooting ................................................ 70
7 Specifications .................................................. 73
8 Appendix A: TCP/IQ Network Basics......................... 75
9 Service........................................................... 80
10 Warranty ....................................................... 81
Crown Audio Factory Service Information Form ............ 83