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Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; For US and CANADA only:; MOS; SAFETY COMPONENT (HAS TO BE REPLACED WITH ORIGINAL PART ONLY); IMPORTANT SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point withi...

Page 3 - CONTENTS; TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE SAFETY AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 1. INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 1.1 DSP 244 Features . . . . . . . . . ....

Page 4 - UNPACKING AND WARRANTY; I N T R O D U C T I O N

1. INTRODUCTION First of all, we would like to thank you for and congratulate you on buying the DYNACORD Digital SoundSystem Processor DSP 244. To ensure an optimum in the performance of the appliance and to preventany damage resulting from erroneous or inadvertent handling or operation, please read...

Page 5 - CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS; C O N T R O L S A N D C O N N E C T I O N S

2. CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 2.1 FRONT PANEL 1, Control INPUT 1 / INPUT 2 Rotary controls to set the input levels of the inputs 1 and 2 of the DSP 244. The input signal can be amplified by up to 6 dB (control set to its clockwise margin) or attenuated by anydegree. Set the level as high as possible w...

Page 6 - 0, Rotary encoder with push-button function; This switch turns the DSP 244’s mains power on or off.

8, STORE-key This key allows the user to store edited programs in one of the user-definable program presets (U01 -U30) or to copy programs from one preset to another. For further information, please refer to chapter 7.4,“STORE PROGRAMS AND PROGRAM NAMES”. 9, RECALL-key Pressing this key lets you ent...

Page 8 - INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS; Unbalanced INPUT/OUTPUT configuration; Always use correctly shielded audio cables.; I N S T A L L A T I O N A N D C O N N E C T I O N S

3. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS Correct connections is a vital factor in achieving the best results with the DSP 244. Before switching onthe power you have to connect the supplied European standard mains cord to the DSP 244 and yourmains wall outlet. The power supply unit of the DSP 244 automaticall...

Page 9 - SWITCHING THE POWER ON; F I R S T O P E R A T I O N

4. FIRST OPERATION 4.1 SWITCHING THE POWER ON Using the POWER-switch (16) the DSP 244’s power is switched on. Upon initializing is complete, the lastprogram that had been active before turning off the appliance is recalled. For now, the display shows: Now, the DSP 244 is ready for operation. The dis...

Page 10 - Q U I C K S T A R T

5. QUICK START This paragraph describes in an overview the most important steps for a trouble-free operation of the DSP244 in your PA-system. For a more detailed description of specific functions and parameters, please referto the corresponding paragraph in the handbook. MAINS CONNECTION Plug in the...

Page 13 - CONFIGURATIONS OF THE DSP 244; C O N F I G U R A T I O N S O F T H E D S P 2 4 4

6. CONFIGURATIONS OF THE DSP 244 The DSP 244 offers 7 pre-defined configurations. A configuration is a basic setting tha t includes the routingof inputs and outputs, the function of the outputs (Sub, Lo, Mid, Hi, Fullrange), as well as the kind andamount of parameters. These 7 configurations are: - ...

Page 18 - O P E R A T I O N

7. OPERATION The rotary encoder with push-button function for fast editing of parameter values, 6 function keys, andthe push-button function of the output level controls OUT 1 - 4 are the main controls of the DSP 244. With EDIT, OPTION, STORE and RECALL you are able to branch off to and also return ...

Page 19 - PROGRAM SELECTION

7 . 1 PROGRAM SELECTION The DSP 244 offers 30 user-definable program presets (U01 - U30) and up to 50 factory pre-programmedpresets (F01-F50). Altogether you have the possibility to choose from this selection of up to 80 differentprograms. CAUTION: A program also defines the configuration and theref...

Page 21 - STORE PROGRAMS AND PROGRAM NAMES; For instance, the display might look like this:

7.3 STORE PROGRAMS AND PROGRAM NAMES Whether you want to store an edited program, alter the name of a program, or copy a program from onepreset location to another - in all cases the necessary procedure is the same. Pressing the STORE key (8) always starts and executes the saving procedure. You can ...

Page 22 - MODIFYING FACTORY PRESET PROGRAMS

CAUTION! The program that was previously stored in this preset location is being erased! Pleasemake sure, that the selected destination program number matches the number you want to save the program under. Pressing any other key cancels the saving procedure. After saving is complete, the Store menu ...

Page 23 - The function blocks are arranged in the following sequence:; P A R A M E T E R S

8. PARAMETERS Depending on its configuration and operation mode, the DSP 244 offers a selection of more or less differentparameters. The parameters are assigned to the input channels IN1, IN2, IN1+2 and to the 4 outputchannels OUT1, OUT2, OUT3, OUT4. The channel number is indicated in the top left c...

Page 25 - DESCRIPTION OF PARAMETERS; Default

8.1.2 PARAMETER LINK-TABLE STANDARD Mode 1) FULL EDIT Mode Stereo 2 Way Stereo 2 Way / Mono Sub + Fullrange 3 Way + Fullrange 3 Way Mono Sub + Fullrange 3 Way Independ. Sub + Fullrange 4 Way 2-In-4 F u l l E d i t IN1 / IN2 EQ YES Y E S N O Y E S N O N O N O N O IN1 / IN2 Delay Y E S N O N O N O N O...

Page 26 - Type; The value of the parameter; Gain; The; Slope

Type describes the selected filter type. When selecting BYPASS, no effect is applied. PEQ provides a parametric Peak Dip Filter with programmable frequency, quality, and gain. LOSLV / HISLV s tand for LowShelving or High Shelving Equalizer, respectively. Their parameters are: frequency (f), slope, a...

Page 30 - Order

Gain sets the degree of amplification or attenuation of the parametric EQ or the low shelving and high shelving equalizers. The setting is performed in steps with 1 dB-stepwidth. The Slope parameter describes the steepness or order of the filter for the low shelving or high shelving equalizers. By s...

Page 31 - Pol

HIPASS X-OVER The frequency crossover filter consists of a low pass filter in one channel and a high pass filter in theadjacent channel. Here, the frequency x-over filter’s Hi-Pass parameters are set. The parameters of thecorresponding Lo-Pass should be set to the same values. An x-over filter provi...

Page 33 - CHANNEL DELAY; Delay; parameter; Unit

CHANNEL DELAY These delays are provided in the output channels OUT1 - OUT4. They are used to compensate differencesin loudspeaker dispersion plains that can be cabinet imminent or result from the positioning of individualloudspeaker cabinets or arrays. The delay time or acoustical distance is displa...

Page 34 - COMPRESSOR; Thrsh; Release

COMPRESSOR The compressor automatically reduces level peaks above a certain threshold and therefore providesreliable protection against power amplifier clipping and damaging the connected loudspeaker systems. Parameter Settings / Value range Default Thrsh 0.27V - 8.70V 8.70V Rat 1/1.0, 1/1.4, 1/2.0,...

Page 36 - - SOFTWARE REV - display of the internal software revision number; SETTING THE LCD CONTRAST; When you select; No edit; , editing and program selection is not possible.; Full edit; mode, all parameter settings are accessible.; O P T I O N

9. OPTION FUNCTIONS The “option programs” offer several additional, important information and preference settings for the DSP 244. Using the SELECT keys you can choose between the following functions:- LCD CONTRAST setting- EDIT MODE selection- COMPR & LIMIT THRESH UNIT - setting of the compress...

Page 37 - COMPRESSOR AND LIMITER THRESHOLD UNIT; The threshold value is displayed in volts.; VU LEVEL METER DISPLAY MODE; The peak hold function is on for a more convenient level setting.

9.3 COMPRESSOR AND LIMITER THRESHOLD UNIT This function allows setting the unit of the compressor and limiter threshold. Volts: The threshold value is displayed in volts. dBu (0.775 V): The threshold value is displayed in dBu (0dBu = 0.775V). dB from Clip: Threshold setting in dB relative to full mo...

Page 38 - TEMPERATURE UNIT settings; Temperatures are displayed in degrees Celsius (

The following safety dialog appears: ARE YOU SURE? PRESS STORE TO CONFIRM !Press the STORE twice to acknowledge this dialog. When trying to change one of the appliance’s settings, SYSTEM IS LOCKED! appears on the display,indicating that the DSP 244’s operating system is blocked for entries via the n...

Page 41 - DISPLAY OF THE SOFTWARE REVISION NUMBER

CNTCT: 1 Here you are able to select the control input (1 - 8) for programming. PGM: U01 In this case, the selected control input is used for program change commands. You are able to selectuser-programs U01 to U30 or factory-presets F01 to F50. PGM: Mute This setting allows to use the selected contr...

Page 42 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS; S P E C I F I C A T I O N S

10. SPECIFICATIONS 10.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Mains voltage 90 - 250 V AC / 50 - 60 Hz Power consumption 20 watts Safety class I Inputs 2 x XLR IN, electronically balanced, transformer optional available 2 x XLR OUT (Direct Out) Input voltage (nominal) 1.55 V / + 6 dBu Max. input voltage 24.5 V /...

Page 43 - MIDI SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE IMPLEMENTATION; Description; M I D I

10.2 MIDI This chapter provides information (all implemented MIDI transmission commands) for the experiencedsoftware programmer that wants to design new software for the DSP 244. The implementation chart isrelevant for the software revision V1.0 or higher. MIDI data transfer is possible, only when a...

Page 44 - Beschreibung

Serial Link(recognized +transmitted) MIDI-Byte Beschreibung F0 (hex)300n1801DATACHECKSF7 System ExclusiveDYNACORD ID: No 48n = MIDI Channel 0 - 15 (7F = All Channels)DSP 244 ID: No 24Function ID: Serial Link / ParserASCII Code Line for Command Parser (up to 120Byte)Checksum for DATA (7 Bit, 2’s Comp...

Page 46 - Switch the DSP 244’s power off and unplug the mains cord.; R E T R O F I T T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S

10.3 RETROFITTING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the Operating Instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified...

Page 47 - Contact Closure Interface

10.3.2 Installation manuals for interface cards: Contact Closure Interface (NRS 90246, EDP-No. 112766) RS-485 Interface (NRS 90247, EDP-No. 112767) Contents NRS 90246:1 x Information sheet NRS 902461 x Printed board assembly Contact Closure (83114)1 x Rear plate blinding4 x Screws M3 x 6 Contents NR...

Page 48 - B L O C K D I A G R A M M / B L O C K D I A G R A M

B L O C K D I A G R A M M / B L O C K D I A G R A M 1 0 - 7

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Page 50 - A B M E S S U N G E N / D I M E N S I O N S

Abmessungen / Dimensions (in mm) A B M E S S U N G E N / D I M E N S I O N S 1 0 - 6