260/1261 User Manual
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS U.K. MAINS PLUG WARNING ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY This unit conforms to the Pro d u c t Specifications noted on the Declaration of Conformity. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • this device may not cause harmful interference, and • this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Operation of this unit within significant electromagnetic fields should be avoided.
ZonePRO™ Introduction Introduction 4.12 Output Dynamics .........................................32 0.1 ZonePro Features .............................................ii 4.13 Delay .............................................................33 4.14 Output Polarity .............................................33 0.2 Service Contact Info ........................................iii 0.3 Warranty...........................................................
ZonePRO™ INTRODUCTION INTRO CUSTOMER SERVICE INFO Defining the ZonePRO WARRANTY INFO
Introduction INTRODUCTION ZonePRO™ Congratulations on your purchase of the dbx® ZonePRO 1260 and/or 1261! The ZonePRO products are based on the same unparalleled design philosophy that made the DriveRack family famous. This philosophy, “To provide everything you need between the sources and the amplifiers,” creates a full featured processor capable of almost any BGM or commercial audio application.
ZonePRO™ Introduction In addition to the processing available, the ZonePRO units provide intuitive wall-panel control from the dbx Zone Controller (ZC) series. The ZC-1 and ZC-6 offer remote programmable Volume control to any installation using the ZonePRO units. The ZC-2 provides programmable Volume and Mute control. The ZC-3 and ZC-4 allow Source selection, Scene selection or Page steering. ZC-FIRE provides an interface for fire safety systems.
Introduction ZonePRO™ Please refer to the Warranty information on the following page, which extends to the first enduser. After expiration of the warranty, a reasonable charge will be made for parts, labor, and packing if you choose to use the factory service facility. In all cases, you are responsible for transportation charges to the factory. dbx will pay return shipping if the unit is still under warranty. Use the original packing material if it is available.
ZonePRO™ Section 1 Getting Started
Section 1 Getting Started ZonePRO™ 1.1 - Rear Panel (1260 and 1261) 1. IEC Power Cord Receptacle The ZonePRO 1260/1261 comes with a power supply that will accept voltages ranging from 100V-240V at frequencies from 50Hz-60Hz. An IEC cord is included. 2. S/PDIF Connection This RCA connection is used to connect up to two digital input channels in the 1260/1261. 3. PC Connection (DB-9) This DB-9 connection is used to communicate to the PC GUI and uses RS-232 protocol.
ZonePRO™ Getting Started Section 1 1.2 - Front Panel (1260) 1. LCD Display The backlit LCD display of the ZonePRO 1260 provides the end-user with all the necessary controls including source selection, page steering, zone volume and mute. 2. Parameter Select 1-3 These three buttons are used to select and edit parameters. 3. Data Wheel The Data Wheel is used to edit parameter values. 4. Page Buttons 1-2 The Page buttons are used to select the page mic path and steer it to selected zones. 5.
Section 1 Getting Started ZonePRO™ 1. 4 - ZonePRO Designer GUI The ZonePro Designer Graphic User Interface (GUI) provides all the control functions necessary to configure and program the ZonePro products. The GUI provides network tools for configuring your control network as well as multiple “Wizard” functions for configuring the system routing, implementing end-user control surfaces, programming parameters, and even creating automatic system changes.
ZonePRO™ Section 2 SOFTWARE OVERVIEW
Section 2 Software Overview ZonePRO™ For your convenience, all the configuration and editing features of the ZonePRO™ 1260 and 1261 are performed via the included ZonePRO Designer GUI. This section has been created to act as a tutorial for performing various editing aspects of the unit. 2.
ZonePRO™ Software Overview Section 2 unit; double clicking on the unit also takes you to the Unit view. When off - l i n e , You can delete the unit by selecting Delete f rom the Device Menu. Selecting Properties f rom the Device menu allows you to view and edit some of the device properties like the device's name, its MAC address, Its Node address, and its peak output level. From the Properties selection, you can also see the firm w a re or OS (Operating System) version that the device has loaded 2.3.
Section 2 Software Overview ZonePRO™ 2. 4 - Unit View Functions The Unit View provides access to the signal routing configuration, Zone Controller assignment, and processing parameters. 2.4.1 File Menu The File Menu selection allows saving of the existing ZonePRO device file (.zpd) as well as recalling of other files. The device file provides a way to store off the entire ZonePRO unit to a computer, which includes the configuration, scenes, and schedule information.
ZonePRO™ Software Overview Section 2 2.4.4 Wizard Menu The Wizard Menu provides setup functions for the unit configuration, scene changes that might involve routing or ZC assignment changes, and automated scene changes via the real time clock schedule. Configuration of the ZonePRO device is done from the Configuration Wizard and allows setup of the inputs and outputs along with selection of their processing modules, zone controller setup, signal routing, and front panel setup.
Section 2 Software Overview ZonePRO™ 2. 5 - Module View Functions Double clicking on a processing module provides access to those parameters. All modules except for the input Gain module and the output Polarity have ON/OFF buttons allowing the processing of that module to be bypassed. Any changes made to the processing happen in real time as long as the ON/OFF button is turned on (indicated by the button turning red).
ZonePRO™ Section 3 Setup SOFTWARE OPERATION
Section 3 Software Operation ZonePRO™ 3.1 - Overview The Software operation section of the manual will provide in-depth step by step instructions for setting up a ZonePro 1260 or 1261 and any Zone Controllers that may be used with it. The following subsections will provide you with detailed information regarding the various set up functions. Typical procedure of a ZonePro 1260 is as follows: Step 1, Connect to the Device - Use either RS-232 or Ethernet to connect to the ZonePro unit.
ZonePRO™ Software Operation Section 3 3.3.1 Source Configuration This page is the Input Setup Page, and allows naming of inputs, input configuration (mono or stereo), and selection of the two mic/line DSP modules. Once you have named your inputs and selected insert modules, click on the Next Page button and the display will appear as follows: 3.3.2 Zone Configuration This page is the Output Setup Page and allows naming of the outputs, zone configuration, and selection of the Dynamics DSP module.
Section 3 Software Operation ZonePRO™ 3.3.3 ZC Panel Configuration The ZC Panel Configuration Page allows setup of wall-mounted Zone Controllers to be used with the ZonePRO unit. ID #s - The ID numbers on the left side of the window correspond to the identification number set using the DIP switches on the individual zone controllers. To select ID#2 for example, simply flip the 2 switch into the on position.
ZonePRO™ Software Operation Section 3 Edit - Source Selection - A ZC-3, ZC-4, ZC-8, or ZC-9 can be used to provide source selection. Select the desired ZC type and make sure it has the correct ID number. For a ZC-3, ZC-8, or ZC-9 for each switch position, select the corresponding source. For a ZC-4, select the switch position 0-15 and choose the corresponding input source (see ZC-4 switch positions within the Appendix).
Section 3 Software Operation ZonePRO™ 3.3.6 Front Panel Configuration The Front Panel Setup Page allows selection of which controls will be available to the end-user of the ZonePRO unit. If Zone Controllers are being used for page steering, source, or volume c o n t rol of an output zone these parameters will not be available from the front panel. Once all the Wizard pages have been completed the configuration is ready to be loaded, this is accomplished by selecting finish.
ZonePRO™ System Setup Section 3 3.5 - Storing Scenes After editing parameters the scene needs to be stored. You can store the scene by using the Scene Store button at the base of the device view, or use the Scene Wizard Menu also found in the device view. 3.6 - Scene Wizard The Scene Wizard function is used to change ZC associations, or Zone Routing for different scenes. From the Program Screen view Select the Wizard pull down from the menu bar and then select the option labeled Scene Wizard.
Section 3 System Setup ZonePRO™ 3.7 - Schedule Wizard The Schedule Wizard provides for pre-determined scene changes corresponding to the time of day and/or day of week. For example installations such as restaurants often require volume increases during peak hours of operation. This sub-section will walk you through setting up the Schedule Wizard. From the Unit view of the setup, Select the Wizard pull down from the menu bar and then select the option labeled Schedule Wizard.
ZonePRO™ Section 4 Detailed Parameters DETAILED PARAMETERS
Section 4 Detailed Parameters ZonePRO™ The following section will provide you with a module block representation for each effect, as well as descriptions and explanations of all parameters within the ZonePRO. 4.1 - Input The signal routing begins at the INPUT block of the ZonePRO™. Gain Level -Inf to 20dB Adjusts the input level. HP Frequency Off, 14.96Hz to 118.85Hz (Mic Inputs and RCA S1-S2) Adjusts the input High Pass cutoff frequency on the mic/line inputs. 4.
ZonePRO™ Detailed Parameters Section 4 Flat /Restore These buttons either flatten (Flat) or restore (Restore) all bands to their original settings. Band (1-4) Frequency 20Hz to 20kHz (Low Shelf) Selects the frequency of the EQ. Q (1-4) 0.105 to 16.0 Selects the Q or the Bell parametric EQ. Slope (Type: High and/or Low Shelf Selected) 3-12dB/Octave Sets the slope of the High and/or low shelf parametric EQ. Level (1-4) -12 to 12 dB Sets the amount of boost or cut of the selected parametric EQ. 4.
Section 4 Detailed Parameters ZonePRO™ Mode - Live or Fixed When the mode is Fixed, the algorithm updates only the fixed filters. When the mode is Live, the algorithm updates only the live filters. In FIXED mode, the filters are stored with the program at that frequency until cleared by the user. Fixed mode is used during setup to set filters at frequencies that are most likely to feedback. In LIVE mode, the live filters automatically detect and remove feedback during the performance.
ZonePRO™ Detailed Parameters Section 4 4.4 - AGC ( Insert and DYN Module) The AGC is used to keep the average level of a signal constant. This is done by selecting a desired Target output level and Window. The AGC keeps the signal within the Window about the selected Target by slowly adjusting the gain. The maximum gain that can be applied to the signal is selected by the Gain parameter. When the input signal falls below the Threshold the AGC stops adding gain and returns to unity.
Section 4 Detailed Parameters ZonePRO™ Attack 0.20 to 5 Seconds This adjusts how fast the AGC will increase gain. Release 30.0 to 1 dB/Second This adjusts how fast the AGC will reduce gain. AGC Limiter Threshold -40 to +20dBu The AGC is designed to add or remove gain slowly to maintain an average signal level. Because of its slow nature a fast Limiter has been added to protect speakers from sudden transients. The Limiter threshold can be set from the top of the AGC Window up to +20dBu.
ZonePRO™ Detailed Parameters Section 4 This is where you decide how much downward expansion you want. This ratio works opposite from that of the compressor or limiter. If a ratio of 1:4 is selected, a signal that is 1dB below the threshold will be reduced in gain so that it becomes 4dB below the threshold. Attack 0.1 to 200 m Sec As the signal reaches the threshold area, the Attack control sets the speed at which the gate opens. Use very fast attack times to catch the fronts of transient signals.
Section 4 Detailed Parameters ZonePRO™ Threshold -40 to +20dBu Threshold is the signal level at which the unit starts to compress the signal. If the level is set to -10 dBu, than any signal larger than -10 dBu is compressed while any signal that has a level that is lower than -10dBu is left at the same signal level. For most signals the most natural compression is achieved when most of the signal content remains just below the threshold and only the peaks cross the threshold. Ratio 1.
ZonePRO™ Detailed Parameters Section 4 4.7 - De-Esser (Insert Module) The ZonePRO™ offers a de-Esser module. This De-esser effect is ideal for removing unwanted vocal sibilance. These parameters are user adjustable on all programs and are as follows: De-Esser On/Off Turns the De-Esser on or off. Freq 800 Hz to 8.00 kHz This is the center frequency the De-Esser uses when in Band Pass mode or the corner frequency used when in High Pass mode. Amount 0 to 100% This controls the amount of De-Essing.
Section 4 Detailed Parameters ZonePRO™ 4.8 - Notch Filters (Insert Module) The notch filter is the perfect tool for dropping out undesirable frequencies that may appear in the input signal. Notch On/Off Turns the notch filters on and off. Frequency (1 to 6) 20 to 20K Selects the desired notch filter frequency of the selected notch filter. Q 16 to 128 Selects the Q of the selected notch filter. Level -36 to 6 dB Sets the level of the selected notch filter.
ZonePRO™ Detailed Parameters Section 4 Source Select This parameter allows the user to select the input source for the zone. Priority Select This parameter allows the user to select which input will override the primary source signal.. Priority Level -Inf to 20dB Adjusts the output level of the selected Priority input signal. Page Select This parameter allows the user to select which Paging input will override the source signal.
Section 4 Detailed Parameters ZonePRO™ Threshold -40 to +20dBu Threshold is the level from the priority or page source at which the Ducker will attenuate the Router source. Depth Inf to 0dB This parameter sets the amount of Ducker attenuation. Attack 0.1 m Sec to 200 m Sec Attack is how quickly the signal is attenuated by the Ducker Hold 0.1 to 20.2 m Sec Hold time is the length of time before the Ducker releases. Release 0.0 to 10.
ZonePRO™ Detailed Parameters Section 4 Threshold -40 to +20dBu The threshold sets the level where AutoWarmth® begins to work. Signals below the threshold are processed to increase the Bass response in proportion to the overall volume of the signal. Above the threshold there is no processing. The Threshold meter will light Green when the threshold has been crossed and AutoWarmth is active. To set the threshold, turn AutoWarmth® off and adjust the Master gain in the router to the desired listening level.
Section 4 Detailed Parameters ZonePRO™ 4.12 - Output Dynamics The ZonePRO™ units offer a dedicated output dynamics module which includes Compression, Limiting and Auto Gain Control. The Output Dynamics are located on each output channel and have been strategically placed for speaker and amplifier protection. Note: Compression parameters are explained in sub section 4.5, and AGC parameters are explained in sub section 4.3. Limiter On/Off Turns the Limiter module on and off.
ZonePRO™ Detailed Parameters Section 4 been triggered. Be careful not to set the hold time too long as it will not release in time. Release 360 to 5 dB / Sec (per band or global) Just like the release time on the compressor, the limiter's release time controls how fast the limiter releases from gain reduction after the signal drops below the threshold. Set the release times longer for lower frequency bands and shorter for higher frequency bands.
Section 4 Detailed Parameters ZonePRO™ 4.14 - Output Polarity Normal or Invert This section is used to select either the Positive or Negative polarity.
ZonePRO™ Section 5 APPLICATION GUIDE
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ZonePRO™ Application Guide SECTION 5 Notes - Restaurant/Bar Application 1. The ZonePRO 640 is located in the manager’s office and provides source selection for the waiting area. 2. Both the restaurant and the bar area have ZC controllers. The bar is using them for source selection and volume control, the ZC-1 in the restaurant is used for volume control, and the ZC-3 is used for scene changes. 3. Paging is done from the hostess station and is pre-assigned to the bar, and the waiting area. 4.
SECTION 5 Application Guide 5.
ZonePRO™ SECTION 5 Application Guide Notes - Health Club Application 1. The ZonePRO 1260 unit is located near the front desk area. 2. ZCs in the weight room and the aerobics room allow source selection and volume control. 3. The aerobics instructor’s microphone is routed only to the aerobics area as the Priority source and is simply mixed in as the priority source rather than Ducking the primary source. 4. The Input Link Buss is used to send the inputs down to the second ZonePRO device. 5.
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ZonePRO™ Application Guide Section 5 Notes - Nightclub Application 1. The ZonePRO 640 units are located in the manager’s office. 2. The ZCs in the nightclub are situated near the bar and allow source selection and volume control. 3. The feed from the nightclub allows the restaurant to receive the signal from the nightclub allowing it to be sent to the entire restaurant. 4.
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ZonePRO™ Section 6 APPLICATION Notes
SECTION 6 Applications Notes ZonePRO™ 6.1 - Using the Input Link Bus The Input Link Buss allows the first six inputs from unit to be sent via a piece of CAT5 cable to the second, third or more units. Simply get a short piece of CAT5 cable cut to the appropriate length and place one end in the Link Output RJ-45 connector of the unit sending the signals and the other end in the Link Input RJ-45 connector of the unit receiving the signals.
ZonePRO™ Application Notes SECTION 6 6.4 - Using the Locate Function The Locate Function is useful when there are multiple units on the network and you want to verify which unit you are actually working with. To Locate the unit select Locate from either the Device Menu in the Venue View with a particular device highlighted, or you can select Locate from the Help Menu of the Device View. When selected, the Locate function will flash the LCD screen of the 1260 or the Network Traffic LED of the 1261. 6.
SECTION 6 Application Notes ZonePRO™ This page allows you to set networking preferences like startup behavior and methods of connection from the GUI to the ZonePRO units (Serial Port and/or Ethernet). This page also allows you to configure Proxies. Only add a proxy if you will be connecting to pre-configured 1260/1261 over a complex / remote network. For initial setup of a ZonePRO leave this field empty. Please refer to the appendix for more information on network setup and proxies.
ZonePRO™ Application Notes SECTION 6 Now the ZonePRO designer will display the Address Resolution page. This page will inform you as to any addressing conflicts and allow you to fix them. This page displays a list of ZonePRO units that are on the main ZonePRO Designer device window as well as the ZonePRO units that are discoverable on the network. There are four columns of address information for the ZonePRO Designer software (the top line) and each of the ZonePRO devices.
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ZonePRO™ Appendix
Appendix ZonePRO™ A.1 - Factory Reset/Flash Update In the event that a reset is re q u i red, the ZonePRO offers you the option of performing a “Hard” or “Soft” Factory Reset. The results of performing a “Soft” reset are: • The currently loaded scene is reset to Scene 1. • The state of the current loaded scene parameters is reset to what has been stored in flash for that scene (this invalidates the state of those parameters when the unit was last turned off).
ZonePRO™ Appendix Flash Update (1261 Only) A 1261 firmware release will include a PC application that will download the new version to a unit connected via RS232. The receiving 1261 should be running. Follow the directions in the PC flasher application. If, for some reason, you are not able to update your firmware successfully using this method, there is another “backdoor” method.
Appendix A.
ZonePRO™ Appendix A.4 - Link Input/Output The link I/O connectors are used to pass program material from one box to another instead of using "Y" cables to feed multiple 1260's. The link connectors are RJ45's. The Mic/Line inputs and Source inputs 1-4 are fed to the Link Out. The program material coming out of the Link Out has not been processed by the DSP. The input signal is routed to the LinkOut connector. And the Link In is routed to the input circuitry.
ZonePRO™ Appendix To wire the Zone Controllers in parallel, a ZC-BOB must be used. Each Zone controller must have a unique identification or number chosen using the DIP switches on the rear of the panel (see diagram A). To wire in parallel, each controller must be wired into a port of the ZC-BOB with a connecting wire going to the ZonePRO units (see diagram C).
ZonePRO™ Appendix Diagram A Diagram B Diagram C ZonePRO™ User Manual 55
ZonePRO™ Appendix Diagram A Diagram B Diagram C 56 ZonePRO™ User Manual
ZonePRO™ Appendix A.6 - Network Overview This section of the appendix provides a step-by-step guide on how to properly connect and configure LAN settings for three different network architectures. The first topology is a simple direct connection using the provided Ethernet crossover cable. The second method describes how to connect several ZonePROs to an isolated network and configure them with the ZonePRO Designer GUI.
ZonePRO™ Appendix The subnet mask is a code that indicates which part of the TCP/IP address is the NETWORK ID and which part is the HOST ID. In subnet-mask code, 255 means “This part of the address is the NETWORK ID”. Example: Suppose the IP ADDRESS of a device is 192.168.12.34 and the SUBNET MASK is 255.255.0.0. That means, (192.168) is the NETWORK ID. The remaining set of numbers (12.34) is the HOST ID.
ZonePRO™ Appendix mand again. (Windows is still trying to obtain an IP address.) It takes Windows about 1-2 minutes to set an Auto-IP address. If you have some other address, you are either not hooked directly to the ZonePRO with the crossover Ethernet cable, or your computer is configured with a static IP address. Only perform these next steps if your computer is configured with a static IP address. (i.e. your IP address is not 169.254.x.y or 0.0.0.0.) Otherwise skip to step 6. i.
ZonePRO™ Appendix 3. Windows networking, in its default configuration, will automatically configure its IP setting to something in the Auto-IP range (169.254.xxx.yyy with a subnet mask of 255.255.0.0 and no gateway). This process normally takes 1-2 minutes. 4. Optional (You only need to do these steps if the ZonePRO unit does not show up in step 7.) - verify that you have the correct IP settings on your computer by running ipconfig. a. This is done by clicking on Run... from start button. b.
ZonePRO™ Appendix A.6.4 Adding the ZonePRO 1260 to an existing Local Area Network: Assumptions: • Using Microsoft Windows XP or 2000. • Computer has a working Ethernet network adapter. • You have a static IP address that is compatible with your existing network. • There is an existing LAN where the computer that will be running the ZonePRO Designer software is able to attach to the LAN obtain an IP address and see other devices on this network. 1.
ZonePRO™ Appendix A.6.5 Proxy The proxy feature allows you to access a ZonePRO over a complex or remote network. An example of this is when the PC and the ZonePRO reside on different subnets. The mechanism that is used by default for the ZonePRO designer software to discover and maintain a connection to the ZonePRO units utilizes IP broadcast packets. These packets will not travel through internet routers and even some high end core switches.
ZonePRO™ Appendix UDP and TCP traffic (most do). The ZonePRO 1260 / 1261 has been tested against several solutions and should work with all VPNs that meet these criteria. Please work with your system administrator and Internet service provider to find a VPN that will best fit your network. The 3Com OfficeConnect Secure Router (model # 3CR860-95) is one solution that has been tested, and is both inexpensive and simple to set up. It provides up to two concurrent VPN connections.
ZonePRO™ Appendix A If you fail to see a link light try removing and reinserting the cable or trying a different, known good, cable. Also, make sure that you are using the correct cable. The included crossover cable is only for making a direct connection between your PC and the ZonePRO 1260 / 1261. Ping: There is a simple utility built into Microsoft windows operating systems that test the network connection between two devices. The following steps outline how to use this utility. 1. Click on Run...
ZonePRO™ Appendix Except as contained in this notice, the name of the X Consortium shall not be used in advertising or otherwise to promote the sale, use or other dealings in this Software without prior written authorization from the X Consortium. X Window System is a trademark of X Consortium, Inc. Berkeley-based copyrights: General Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1.
Appendix A ZonePRO™ 1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. 2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. 3.
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