QSC Audio, ShoWest Booth #1509, is proud to announce that the DCP 300 Digital
Cinema Processor has received several important upgrades. The DCP 300 now offers Windows 7 driver
compatibility, RS-232 serial automation control, SNMP network remote control
and monitoring, and matrix surround decoding for its Non-Sync and Surround EX
inputs.
The cinema industry has come to
rely QSC's DCP 300 as it continues to build on the legacy of the Digital Cinema
Monitors (DCM) and Basis to provide all signal processing and monitoring
functions for Digital Cinema in a single integrated system. Designed to be used with QSC's Digital Cinema
Amplifiers (DCA) and featuring advanced DSP presets for QSC's Digital Cinema
Speakers (DCS), the DCP 300 optimizes loudspeaker performance while simplifying
cinema sound system wiring and configuration.
The new SNMP capability offers simple and easy integration into third
party Theatre Management Systems (TMS) and remote monitoring via Network Operations
Centers (NOC).
The DCP 300 covers cinema systems
ranging from three to five screen channels, and is configurable for passive,
bi-amp, tri-amp or quad-amp operation.
Sixteen digital AES inputs provide the flexibility to reproduce current
and future soundtrack formats. The DCP
300 is also compatible with all analog cinema processor formats including
Dolby® Digital Surround-EX and DTS-ES and features a 10-channel analog input
for integration with 35mm audio systems.
Digital Signal Processing
The DCP 300 digital signal
processing capability outperforms traditional analog crossovers and equalizers
for optimized speaker performance. Crossover frequency, 1/3 octave graphic EQ,
parametric equalization, polarity, delay and gain can be precisely adjusted for
each speaker in your system. Active
2-way, 3-way and 4-way crossovers are available. Advanced crossover presets for
QSC DCS speakers speeds system set-up and insures maximum performance.
Less Wiring, Faster Set-up
DCPs greatly simplify system
wiring and set-up, significantly reducing installation time and labor cost.
Input to the DCP is provided via standard DB-25 cables from the D-Cinema server
and/or 35mm cinema processor.
Connections to DCA amplifiers for input and monitor signals are made through
a single QSC DataPort / VGA-style cable.
All traditional XLR and barrier strip terminations are eliminated. DCPs
simplify set-up by using a menu-driven, PC-based software program for
configuration. The program includes a
speaker data file that lists default parameters for popular cinema speaker
models. Commonly used configurations can
also be saved on a disk, allowing you to quickly load them on other DCMs. All system configuration data is saved to an
SD memory card, allowing easy transfer of settings to a new DCP, should
replacement ever be required.
Advanced Monitor Functions
In addition to audio monitoring
of amplifier inputs and outputs, DCPs include QSC's exclusive "load
fault" detection. DCPs monitor all
amplifier outputs and indicate opens and shorts in the speaker system, providing
confirmation that all amplifier outputs are functioning properly. In addition, the DCP detects all amplifier
clipping, protect modes and heat sink temperature for reporting via a QSControl
Ethernet monitoring system or via SNMP for TMS and NOC integration. QSControl and QSCreator allow for the
creation of custom control screens and remote access for fault reporting and
diagnosis. The NAC 100 Ethernet remote
control panel provides remote operation in a multiplex from anywhere on the
local network.
Features
• Digital
Input for up to 16 Channels of audio
• Networked
audio I/O via CobraNet
• SNMP
network control and monitoring
• RS-232
serial automation interface
• Analog
Inputs for film processors, non-sync and Mic/line
• Surround
matrix decoding
• Windows
7 compatible software
• Master
volume and full 1/3 Octave Graphic EQ on all channels (except subwoofer)
• Booth
Monitor with touch screen control for easy operation
• Digital
Loudspeaker Crossovers
• Three
or five screen channels — 2, 3 or 4-way crossovers
• Compatible with all existing DCA
amplifiers — thousands of DCA equipped screens are ready for full network
monitoring and control
• Dual
power supplies with load sharing for seamless operation in the event of failure
• SD
Memory card for quick unit swap – restores all settings
• Multiple
Bypass modes routes audio around failed components to insure that the show will
go on
• DSP
presets for DCS speakers for great "out of box" performance and
reduced set-up time
• QSControl and QSCreator allow for the
creation of custom control screens and remote access for fault reporting and
diagnosis
• Easily
integrates with existing film processors for dual film/digital projection
systems
• CobraNet
offers digital non-sync routing and future expansion capability
• Continued development of software and
firmware will add new capabilities to the existing hardware with easy firmware
updates
• The DCP 300 is the heart of a new
generation of QSC products designed expressly for the needs of D-Cinema sound
systems
QSC provides a full range of complementary loudspeaker
products to meet all of your Large Format cinema speaker needs. From 18-inch and 21-inch subwoofers for earthshaking bass
to the smallest ceiling speakers for your lobby PA, QSC is the one place to go
for loudspeakers, amplifiers, DSP and network remote control. One brand, one call - it couldn’t be easier
to get great sound.
For additional information, please contact Francois Godfrey,
contact info above. www.qscaudio.com
