Ashly 3.6SP Data Sheet

Signal Processors

Protea

Protea 3.6SP Speaker Processor

The 3.6SP is a three input/six output digital signal processor capable of pre­cise control of a broad range of audio functions. The front panel interface
allows quick access to all control parameters by offering dedicated function
buttons, eliminating the need for hidden sub-menus. A backlit 2 x 20 charac­ter LCD displays channel and function settings. Dedicated buttons provide
access to all audio functions and system tools. For even faster set-ups and
stronger visualization of Input/Output routing, EQ, and Filter curves, two USB
(one on the front and one on the rear panel) and RS-232 port is provided for
use with Ashly’s control software (Protea Software Suite) and a PC. A six foot
USB-A to USB-B cable is provided. Advantages of using the software include
greater preset capacity, and a very intuitive visual representation of the au­dio routing and control process.

The Protea 3.6SP utilizes state of the art DSP technologies, beginning with 24
bit, 48kHz delta-sigma A/D converters with 128x oversampling. Digital process­ing includes Gain, Polarity Invert, Parametric EQ, Shelving Filters, Time Delay,
Crossover Functions, Compression, Limiting, and Signal Routing, all taking
place in twin 120MHz high performance DSP processors. D/A conversion uses
24 bit delta-sigma converters with 128x oversampling. All inputs and outputs
are precision balanced and RF protected using XLR connectors.

Each input allows you to control gain, delay and six filters (each of them
your choice of parametric, low or high shelf). In addition to setting crossover
frequencies, each output may be assigned to any one or a combination of
inputs, allows you to program four parametric, low or high shelf filters, delay
for time delay adjustments, output gain, reverse polarity and a compressor/
limiter for speaker protection. All this in one rack space with XLR input and
output connections.

The 3.6SP will store up to 30 total presets. A preset file takes a “snapshot” of
all current settings and stores complete control data for all channels and all
audio functions. The Protea 3.6SP is similar to the older Ashly Protea 3.24CL/
CL-d. An existing preset file from the older *.pcc format can be loaded onto
the new 3.6SP unit.

In all, the Protea 3.6SP is a powerful, easy to use processor for use in live
sound or fixed installation applications combining precise audio processing
and superior sound.

Protea specifications

Features:

• One Rack Space

• Three Inputs - Six Outputs

• Extremely Intuitive User Interface

• Crossover, EQ, Delay and Limiter
Functions

• Outputs Assignable to Any Input

• Superior Sonic Quality

• Front Panel or PC Programming and
Control

• USB and RS-232 Interface

• Third Party Control Friendly

• XLR Audio Connections

• Balanced Inputs and Outputs

• Parametric Filters and Comp/Limiter
to Control Feedback Problems

• Linkwitz-Riley, Bessel and Butterworth
Filters

• 12, 18, 24 and 48dB/Octave Slopes

• Parametric EQ: 1/64th to 4 Octave
Range

• 682ms Input and Output Delay

• Limiter on Each Output

• Individual Input and Output

Metering

• Four Levels of Security

Applications:

• Conventional PA Systems

• FOH

• Monitors

• Aux fed subs

• L-C-R congurations

• Multi-zoned systems

SRA Series specifications

Protea specifications

Protea 3.6SP Speaker Processor

Input Active Balanced, 18 kohms Crossover High Pass Filter Type Linkwitz-Riley, Bessel, Butterworth

Max Input Level +20dBu Crossover High Pass Filter Slope 12, 18, 24 and 48dB/Octave

Input Gain Range +12/-40dB, 0.1dB Increments Crossover High Pass Filter Range Off to 21.98KHz, 245 step incr

Output Active Servo Balanced, 100 ohms Crossover Low Pass Filter Type Linkwitz-Riley, Bessel, Butterworth

Max Output Level +20dBu Crossover Low Pass Filter Slope 12, 18, 24 and 48dB/Octave

Output Gain Range +12/-40dB, 0.1dB Increments Crossover Low Pass Filter Range Off to 21.98KHz, 245 step incr

Polarity 0 or 180 degrees Compressor/Limiter Threshold -20dBu to +20dBu, 1dB incr

Frequency Response 20 Hz-20kHz, ±0.25 dB Compressor/Limiter Ratio 1.2, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 10, 20:1, Infinite:1

THD <0.01% @1 kHz, +20 dBu Compressor/Limiter Attack 0.5ms to 50ms per dB

Dynamic Range >110 dB (20 Hz-20 kHz) unweighted Compressor/Limiter Release 10ms to 1Sec per dB

Output Noise <-90 dBu unweighted Compressor/Limiter Range 20Hz to 10.6KHz

EQ Filters 6 per input | 4 per output Input A/D 24 bit

Parametric EQ Bandwidth 1/64th Octave to 4 Octave Output A/D 24 bit

Parametric EQ Range +15/-30dB, 0.1 dB incr

Frequency Resolution 1/24th octave Sample Rate 48KHz

High-Shelf EQ Slope

High-Shelf EQ Frequency Range

High-Shelf EQ Range

Low-Shelf EQ Slope

Low-Shelf EQ Frequency Range 3.189Khz to 20.159KHz Connections XLR

Low-Shelf EQ Range +/-15dB, 0.1dB incr Environmental 40-120 deg. F (4-49 deg. C) non-

Maximum Input Delay 682ms, 20uS incr

Maximum Output Delay 682ms, 20uS incr

Delay Increment 20uS

6 or 12dB/Octave

19.7Hz to 2Khz Power Requirements 90-240VAC, 30W

+/-15dB, 0.1dB incr Shipping Weight 13lbs (Maximum)

6 or 12dB/Octave Dimensions 19.0”W x 3.5”H x 8.5”D

Processor

Propogation Delay 1.46ms

24 bit, 56 bit accumulator

condensing

Notes:
0dBu = 0.775 VRMS

Ashly Audio, Inc.
847 Holt Road
Webster, New York USA 14580-9103
P: 800-828-6308, [phone]
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www.ashly.com [e-mail]

Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
Latest information available at www.ashly.com.
© 2008 Ashly Audio, Inc.
Printed in U.S.A. 05/09

Protea System Processors August 2010

Architect & Engineering Specs

3.6SP

The digital signal processor shall consist of three inputs and six outputs. It shall utilize 48-bit double-precision fixed­point DSP filtering with 24 bit, 48kHz, 128x oversampling delta-sigma A/D and D/A converters. Digital processing
includes Gain, Parametric EQ, Shelving Filters, Time Delay, Crossover Functions, Compression, Limiting, and Matrix
Routing. All inputs and outputs are RFI-protected precision balanced on XLR connectors. The processor shall have a
front panel interface that allows quick access to all control parameters by offering dedicated function buttons,
eliminating the need for hidden sub-menus. The front panel shall have a large white-backlit LCD text display for easy
viewing. Front panel LED meter bars shall also be provided on all inputs and outputs. A USB port shall be provided
on the front and rear panels for even faster set-ups and stronger visualization of input/output routing, EQ, and filter
curves using freely available control software. The back panel shall also provide an RS-232 data port for control and
monitoring. The digital processor shall be capable of storing up to 30 preset file “snapshots”. It shall include four
security modes; Off, Preset Lock, Parameter Lock, and Full Lockout. When connected to a PC via the USB port,
security settings made on the unit are read and used within the software security section. The DSP processor shall
mount in a standard 19” rack using 1 space (1.75” high).

The digital signal processor shall be an Ashly digital signal processor model 3.6SP

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