Crown DSi-8M User Manual

Operation Manual

DSi 8M Cinema System Monitor

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Inc., 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, Indiana 46517-9439 U.S.A. Telephone: 574-294-8000

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Important Safety Instructions

Importantes Instructions de Sécurité

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with a dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat reg isters, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁ ers) that

reg isters, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁ ers) that produce heat.

produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than

type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third

the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided

grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁ t into your outlet,

for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁ t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, par ticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point

par ticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁ ed by the

11) Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁ ed by the manufac turer.

manufac turer.

12) Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁ ed by

12) Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁ ed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is

the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination

used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualiﬁ ed service personnel. Servicing is

14) Refer all servicing to qualiﬁ ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,

required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been

such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus

spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate

has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor mally, or has been dropped.

nor mally, or has been dropped.

15) Use the mains plug to disconnect the apparatus from the mains.

16) WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC

16) WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR

SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

MOISTURE.

17) DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO DRIPPING OR

17) DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH

SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, ARE PLACED ON THE

LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, ARE PLACED ON THE EQUIP MENT.

EQUIP MENT.

18) THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL

18) THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE.

REMAIN READILY OPERABLE.

Wichtige Sicherheitsinstruktionen

Instrucciones de Seguridad Importantes

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE TOP OR

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE TOP OR BOTTOM COVERS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

BOTTOM COVERS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. À PRÉVENIR LE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE N’ENLEVEZ PAS LES

À PRÉVENIR LE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE N’ENLEVEZ PAS LES COUVERCLES. IL N’Y A PAS DES PARTIES SERVICEABLE À

COUVERCLES. IL N’Y A PAS DES PARTIES SERVICEABLE À L’INTÉRIEUR. TOUS REPARATIONS DOIT ETRE FAIRE PAR

L’INTÉRIEUR. TOUS REPARATIONS DOIT ETRE FAIRE PAR PERSONNEL QUALIFIÉ SEULMENT.

PERSONNEL QUALIFIÉ SEULMENT. PARA PREVENIR UN CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO, NO RETIRE LAS

PARA PREVENIR UN CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO, NO RETIRE LAS CUBIERTAS SUPERIOR O INFERIOR. NO EXISTEN PARTES

CUBIERTAS SUPERIOR O INFERIOR. NO EXISTEN PARTES QUE PUEDAN SER REPARADAS POR EL USUARIO AL

QUE PUEDAN SER REPARADAS POR EL USUARIO AL INTE RIOR. REMITA EL SERVICICO AL PERSONAL

INTE RIOR. REMITA EL SERVICICO AL PERSONAL TÉCHNICAL CALIFICADO.

TÉCHNICAL CALIFICADO. TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM

TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CORD

THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE. THE MAINS PLUG OF

PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE. THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY

THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE.

OPERABLE. POUR DÉMONTER COMPLÈTEMENT L’ÉQUIPEMENT DE

POUR DÉMONTER COMPLÈTEMENT L’ÉQUIPEMENT DE L’ALIMENTATION GÉNÉRALE, DÉMONTER LE CÂBLE

L’ALIMENTATION GÉNÉRALE, DÉMONTER LE CÂBLE D’ALI MENTATION DE SON RÉCEPTACLE. LA PRISE

D’ALI MENTATION DE SON RÉCEPTACLE. LA PRISE D’ALIMEN TATION RESTERA AISÉMENT FONCTIONNELLE.

D’ALIMEN TATION RESTERA AISÉMENT FONCTIONNELLE. PARA DESCONECTAR COMPLETAMENTE EL EQUIPO DEL

PARA DESCONECTAR COMPLETAMENTE EL EQUIPO DEL SUMINSTRO ELECTRICO, DESCONECTE EL CABLE DE

SUMINSTRO ELECTRICO, DESCONECTE EL CABLE DE ALI MENTACION DE LA TOMA DE CA. LAS PATAS DEL

ALI MENTACION DE LA TOMA DE CA. LAS PATAS DEL CONEC TOR DEL CABLE DE ALIMENTACIÓN DEBERAN

CONEC TOR DEL CABLE DE ALIMENTACIÓN DEBERAN MANTENERSE EN BUEN ESTADO.

MANTENERSE EN BUEN ESTADO.

WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS:

The lightning bolt triangle is used to alert the user to the risk

The lightning bolt triangle is used to alert the user to the risk of electric shock.

of electric shock. The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to

The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to important operating or maintenance instructions.

important operating or maintenance instructions.

REGARDEZ CES SYMBOLES

La triangle avec le sigle ‘’foudre’’ est employée pour alerter

La triangle avec le sigle ‘’foudre’’ est employée pour alerter l’utilisateur au risque de décharge électrique. Le triangle avec

l’utilisateur au risque de décharge électrique. Le triangle avec un point d’exclamation est employée pour alerter l’utilisateur

un point d’exclamation est employée pour alerter l’utilisateur d’instruction importantes pour lors opérations de

d’instruction importantes pour lors opérations de mainte nance.

mainte nance.

ATENCION CON ESTOS SÍMBOLOS

El triángulo con el símbolo de rayo eléctrico es usado para

El triángulo con el símbolo de rayo eléctrico es usado para alertar al usuario de el riesgo de un choque eléctrico.

alertar al usuario de el riesgo de un choque eléctrico. El triángulo con el signo de admiración es usado para alertar

El triángulo con el signo de admiración es usado para alertar al usuario de instrucciones importantes de operación o

al usuario de instrucciones importantes de operación o man tenimiento.

man tenimiento.

DSi 8M Cinema System Monitor

MAGNETIC FIELD

CAUTION! Do not locate sensitive high-gain equipment such as

CAUTION! Do not locate sensitive high-gain equipment such as preampliﬁ ers or tape decks directly above or below the unit. Because

preampliﬁ ers or tape decks directly above or below the unit. Because this ampliﬁ er has a high power density, it has a strong magnetic ﬁ eld

this ampliﬁ er has a high power density, it has a strong magnetic ﬁ eld which can induce hum into unshielded devices that are located

which can induce hum into unshielded devices that are located nearby. The ﬁ eld is strongest just above and below the unit.

nearby. The ﬁ eld is strongest just above and below the unit. If an equipment rack is used, we recommend locating the

If an equipment rack is used, we recommend locating the ampli ﬁ er(s) in the bottom of the rack and the preampliﬁ er or other

ampli ﬁ er(s) in the bottom of the rack and the preampliﬁ er or other sensi tive equipment at the top.

sensi tive equipment at the top.

FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device

two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modiﬁ cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for

CAUTION: Changes or modiﬁ cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to

and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televi sion reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the

televi sion reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following

user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Operation Manual

DSi 8M Cinema System Monitor

Crown Audio, Inc.

Issued By:

European Representative’s Name and Address:

David Budge 10 Harvest Close Yateley GU46 6YS United Kingdom

Equipment Type: Commercial Audio Processors Family Name: DSi family Model Names: DSi 8M

EMC Standards:

EN 55103-1:1997 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control Apparatus for Professional Use, Part 1: Emissions

EN 55103-1:1997 Magnetic Field Emissions-Annex A @ 10 cm and 20 cm EN 61000-3-2:2001 Limits for Harmonic Current Emissions (equipment input current less than or equal to 16 A per phase) EN 61000-3-3:2002 Limitation of Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker in Low-Voltage Supply Systems Rated Current less than or equal to16A EN 55022:2003 Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of ITE: Radiated, Class B Limits; Conducted, Class A EN 55103-2:1997 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control Apparatus for Professional Use, Part 2: Immunity EN 61000-4-2:2001 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity (Environment E2-Criteria B, 4k V Contact, 8k V Air Discharge) EN 61000-4-3:2001 Radiated, Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Immunity (Environment E2, criteria A) EN 61000-4-4:2001 Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Immunity (Criteria B) EN 61000-4-5:2001 Surge Immunity (Criteria B) EN 61000-4-6:2003 Immunity to Conducted Disturbances Induced by Radio-Frequency Fields (Criteria A)

EN 61000-4-11:2001 Voltage Dips, Short Interruptions and Voltage Variation Safety Standard: IEC 60065: 2001 7th Ed. Safety Requirements - Audio Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus

I certify that the product identiﬁ ed above conforms to the requirements of the EMC Council Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC, and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EES as amended by 93/68/EEC.

Signed

Larry Coburn

Crown Audio, Inc. 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd. Elkhart, IN 46517

Title: Senior Vice President of Manufacturing

DECLARATION of CONFORMITY

COMPLIANCE QUESTIONS ONLY:

Sue Whitﬁ eld 574-294-8289 swhitﬁ eld@crownintl.com

Date of Issue: Jan. 31, 2007

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Table of Contents

DSi 8M Cinema System Monitor

Table of Contents

FCC Compliance Notice ..................................................... 2

Declaration of Conformity ................................................... 3

1 Welcome .............................................. 5

1.1 Features .................................................................... 5

1.2 Unpacking ................................................................ 5

2 Controls, Indicators and Connectors ............... 6

2.1 Front Panel Controls, Indicators and Connectors ....... 6

2.2 Rear Panel Controls and Connectors ....................... 7

3 Installation ............................................ 8

3.1 Materials Required .................................................... 8

3.2 Mount the DSi 8M ..................................................... 8

3.3 Monitor Wiring .......................................................... 8

4 Operation .............................................. 13

4.1 Setting Monitor and Bargraph Levels ......................... 13

5 Speciﬁ cations .............................................................. 13

6 Service ................................................. 14

6.1 International and Canada Service ............................... 14

6.2 US Service ................................................................ 14

6.2.1 Service at a US Service Center .......................... 14

6.2.2 Factory Service ................................................. 14

6.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ................ 14

6.2.4 Packing Instructions .......................................... 14

6.2.5 Estimate Approval .............................................. 14

6.2.6 Payment of Non-Warranty Repairs ..................... 14

7 Warranty ........................................................................ 15

Product Registration Form ................................................... 17

Factory Service Information Form ....................................... 19

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Operation Manual

DSi 8M Cinema System Monitor

1 Welcome

Please read this entire manual before beginning your installation.

The Crown monitor for cinema applications. It has been designed for high performance, ease of use and years of trouble-free service.

All controls necessary for daily operation of the DSi 8M are easily accessible on the front panel. 8-channel monitoring allows you to monitor either the inputs from the cinema processor or the power ampliﬁ er’s outputs: L,C, R, Ls, Rs, Bsl, Bsr, and Sub in any combination.

On the back panel are Phoenix connectors and HD-15 connectors for quick connection to power ampliﬁ ers. Inputs and outputs are bal anced. The unit is equipped with an internal universal power supply.

No special tools are required for installation. The built-in VU meter and test jack give the technician immediate information about the status of the DSi 8M and all power ampliﬁ ers.

Your investment in a DSi-Series product is backed by Crown’s Three-Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable Warranty.

DSi 8M is a projection booth

1.1 Features

• Compact 2-rack unit

• 8 channels for monitoring processor or ampliﬁ er inputs

• All inputs and outputs are balanced to inter face with new cinema processors

• Input levels for processor and power amps can be adjusted independently

• No level jumps when switching between pro cessor and ampliﬁ ers

• Bargraph display may be calibrated to the reference level for your theater; projectionist sees auditorium levels instantly

• 25-pin D-sub connectors, plus removable terminal blocks and HD-15 connectors for quick, hassle-free connections

• Designed to work with bi-ampliﬁ ed sound systems to monitor the high- and low-fre quency outputs from the left, center and right channels

• Three-Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable Warranty completely protects your investment and guarantees its speciﬁ cations

1.2 Unpacking

Please unpack and inspect your DSi 8M Moni tor for any damage that may have occurred dur ing transit. If damage is found, notify the transportation company immediately. Only you can initiate a claim for shipping damage. Crown will be happy to help as needed. Save the shipping carton as evidence of damage for the shipper’s inspection.

We also recommend that you save all packing materials so you will have them if you ever need to transport the unit. Never ship the unit

without the factory pack.

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2 Controls, Indicators and Connectors

DSi 8M Cinema System Monitor

Figure 2.1 Front Panel Controls, Indicators and Connectors

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2.1 Front Panel Controls, Indicators and Connectors

A. Channel Select Buttons and LEDs Eight pushbutton switches, one for each input channel. Pressing a button monitors the signal from that channel, and lights the corresponding LED. Any combination of eight channels can be selected.

B. Volume Control

Rotary potentiometer with knob controls the volume of the internal or external speaker. Has no effect on the VU Bar graph Meter display.

C. Processor/Ampliﬁ er Selector Switch and LEDs

Pushbutton switch with corresponding LEDs selects inputs from cinema processor or power ampliﬁ ers for monitoring.

D: VU Bargraph Meter

12-segment meter displays input level of selected channels from –40 VU to +3 VU. The meter can be calibrated by the rear-panel trim adjustment, which operates independently of the Volume Control.

E. Test Jack

1/4” phone jack lets the user monitor the audio output of the DSi 8M. Inserting a mono or stereo 1/4” phone plug here disables the internal speaker and routes the audio output to the Test Jack.

F. Internal Speaker

For convenient monitoring at the monitor panel.

G. Power Switch and Power LED

Rocker switch turns power on or off. LED illuminates when power is on.

The DSi 8M is intended to be used with DSi Series ampliﬁ ers which use on-board crossovers for any loudspeaker application. Therefore, there is no internal crossover option for the DSi 8M System Monitor.

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