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Page 4 - Introduction; Equipment Required:

- 4 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 1 Introduction Welcome to the JBL Synthesis and DACS user guide. The below information is designed to help an installer use the SDEC and DACS kit to properly test and calibrate a room. This guide is designed to help guide you through the calibration ...

Page 5 - (See the SDP processor installation manual)

- 5 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 3 Calibration Checklist The calibration process is more than just measuring and applying EQ to achieve a preset target. It includes examining the entire signal chain and confirming that all parts of the system are accurately connected. Use the below ...

Page 6 - SDEC Hardware Connection; Audio Connections

- 6 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 4 SDEC Hardware Connection Please refer to the SDEC Installers Manual for detailed hardware connection instructions and diagrams. Check the SDEC for correct connection using the below chart for SDEC-3000 and the next page for SDEC-4000 installations:...

Page 8 - Ethernet Connection; Initial Network Connection

- 8 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 4.2 Ethernet Connection For all SDEC-3000 installations you will need either a crossover Ethernet cable or the SDEC will need to be connected to an Ethernet hub (figure 3). For all SDEC-4000 installations both the SDEC-4000P and SDEC-4000X, as well a...

Page 9 - Using the JAVA Remote; SDEC; Speaker Setup Screen

- 9 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 5 Software Operation using the Java Remote The SDEC can be controlled and configured from any computer that has access to the network via Ethernet. All necessary features can be accessed and all system setup parameters can be viewed and adjusted usin...

Page 10 - London Architect; Network Control Panel; Initial Software Connection to the; Open from a design file

- 10 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 6 Software Operation using London Architect™ NOTE: While it is possible to use a WIFI access point to control and configure the SDEC we do not recommend using this method for initial setup when using London Architect. For the most reliable connectio...

Page 11 - Opening from a Network Device; Firmware Upgrade

- 11 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc not have the file you should be able to retrieve it from the SDEC directly. NOTE : To access the design file you will need a user name and password • User Login: JBL Synthesis Dealer • Password: synthesis . Figure 9. 6.2.2 Opening from a Network Dev...

Page 12 - Speaker Configuration and Instructions

- 12 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 6.3 ONLINE Mode When in ONLINE mode you are actively controlling the SDEC-3000 or SDEC-4000. The SDEC-4000 can be configured for Full Range (factory default) or Bi-amp mode. The SDEC-4000 is set to full range to ensure that the bi-amp speakers witho...

Page 13 - EQ Controls

- 13 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 6.3.2 EQ Controls Entering the EQ settings can be accomplished simply by clicking inside the boxes and typing in your settings. Any channel can be accessed by selecting from the channel list on the left. Figure 12. Click on the channel button to sho...

Page 14 - Channel Delay (Speaker Distance Offset Correction)

- 14 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 6.3.3 Channel Delay (Speaker Distance Offset Correction) Do not enter the distance measured into the channel distance box. Use the longest measured distance as your 0 reference and SUBTRACT each speaker distance from this reference. This result is t...

Page 16 - Synthesis Two Array:; Surround Speakers

- 16 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 7 Speaker Sound Check Use the circulating noise generator of the Surround Processor to confirm that all channels have output and that each speaker is connected to its corresponding channel. 8 Speaker Phase Test This procedure uses the Surround Proce...

Page 17 - Dipole Surrounds; Using the Phase Tester

- 17 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 8.2.2 Dipole Surrounds Regardless of model there is one standard for phase configuration of Dipole surrounds. Figure 16. 8.2.3 Direct Radiating Point Source Surrounds Figure 17. 8.3 Using the Phase Tester The Galaxy Audio phase tester consists of tw...

Page 18 - Setting Output Level; Setting Levels before Calibrating; Using the SPL Meter; Analog SLM Instructions; Digital SLM Instructions

- 18 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 9 Setting Output Level 9.1 Setting Levels before Calibrating Using the internal noise generator of the SDP set all outputs to achieve 75dB using the “C” weighting and “SLOW” response. This will maintain the best signal to noise and headroom possible...

Page 19 - 0 DACS Measurement System; DACS Hardware Setup; Channel Test and System

- 19 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 10 DACS Measurement System 10.1 DACS Hardware Setup Unpack the DACS Kit and setup the microphone array. Make all standard connections except for connecting to the SDEC. Use the below diagram as a guide. Note: Please refer to the DACS manual that com...

Page 20 - 1 Saving Your Work; Save a copy using SAVE AS; 2 Recalling Saved Settings; Recalling from a Saved File

- 20 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 10.2.1 Parametric Filter Values Figure 20. 11 Saving Your Work The SDEC-3000 and SDEC-4000 DO NOT REQUIRE that you save at any time. When you are online and operating the unit your settings are being stored in protected memory at all times and no sa...

Page 21 - 3 Advanced Features; Ethernet Settings; Multiple EQ Presets; Saving Presets; Parameter Synchronization

- 21 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 13 Advanced Features 13.1 Cinema/Music Subwoofer Output The SDEC has the ability to change the subwoofer output gain to accommodate both the standard cinema curve and a more linear music output level. This feature has been built into the SDEC as a s...

Page 23 - 4 Troubleshooting Guide

- 23 - SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc 14 Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Probable Cause Solution Cannot see the units in the Network control panel Wrong network card selected Check IP properties in application preferences Ethernet cable unplugged Check connections “No Matched Devices Foun...