DCP-26
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands
Ordercode: D2084
MANUAL
ENGLISH
DCP-26
Productcode: D2084
Table of contents
Warning ............................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Unpacking Instructions ................................................................................................................................................. 3
Operating Determinations .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Return Procedure .......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Claims .............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Description of the device ................................................................................................................................................. 6
Overview ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Set Up and Operation ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
System test ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Input setup ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Output setup ................................................................................................................................................................12
Loading and saving files ............................................................................................................................................15
Access level menu......................................................................................................................................................16
Software version menu ..............................................................................................................................................16
Digital Speaker Manager software installation ..........................................................................................................17
Software Installation ...................................................................................................................................................17
Setting up a connection between the All Control software and your DCP-26 ..............................................22
Software operation ..........................................................................................................................................................23
The Main menu ............................................................................................................................................................23
In A menu .....................................................................................................................................................................25
Display ......................................................................................................................................................................25
Gain fader + Channel VU meter .........................................................................................................................25
Mute ..........................................................................................................................................................................26
Limiter ........................................................................................................................................................................26
PEQ ............................................................................................................................................................................26
High Pass Filter and Low Pass Filter ......................................................................................................................26
In B menu ......................................................................................................................................................................26
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Out 1 menu ..................................................................................................................................................................27
Input mixer + VU meters ........................................................................................................................................27
Display ......................................................................................................................................................................27
Gain fader + VU meter ..........................................................................................................................................28
Mute ..........................................................................................................................................................................28
Invert .........................................................................................................................................................................28
Delay .........................................................................................................................................................................28
Limiter ........................................................................................................................................................................28
PEQ ............................................................................................................................................................................29
High Pass Filter and Low Pass Filter ......................................................................................................................29
Out 2 menu ..................................................................................................................................................................29
Out 3 menu ..................................................................................................................................................................29
Out 4 menu ..................................................................................................................................................................29
Connection Cables .........................................................................................................................................................30
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................................................31
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................................31
Product Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................32
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FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
CAUTION!
Unplug mains lead before opening the housing!
CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.
a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires!
Warning
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure
that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the dealer immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be
returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing.
Your shipment includes:
DAP DCP-26
All control edit software
USB cable (140cm)
6Vdc/800mA power adapter
User manual
Keep this device away from rain and moisture!
Safety Instructions
Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this system has to:
- be qualified
- follow the instructions of this manual
Before you initial start-up, please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation. Should
there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the system.
To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to
follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual.
Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the system are not subject to
warranty.
This system contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer servicing to qualified technicians only.
BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP!
With a dangerous voltage you can suffer
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Important:
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of
this manual or any unauthorized modification to the system.
Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables! Handle the power-cord and all
connections with the mains with particular caution!
Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit.
Never use anything to cover the ground contact.
Do not insert objects into air vents.
Do not connect this system to a dimmer pack.
Do not switch the system on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the system’s life.
Only use system indoor, avoid contact with water or other liquids.
Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.
Always disconnect power from the mains, when system is not used. Only handle the power-cord by
the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power-cord.
Make sure you don’t use the wrong kind of cables or defective cables.
Make sure that the signals into the mixer are balanced, otherwise hum could be created.
Make sure you use DI boxes to balance unbalanced signals; All incoming signals should be clear.
Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel.
Make sure that the power-cord is never crimped or damaged. Check the system and the power-
cord from time to time.
Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.
Before connecting or disconnecting the power cord, make certain the ON / OFF switch is in the OFF
position.
Before switching on or off make certain the sound system’s amplifiers are off or turned down: this will
avoid signal peaks, which are annoying and sometimes dangerous (particularly for speaker
enclosures).
Avoid installing your equipment very near radio or TV sets, mobile phones, etc., as these can cause
RF (radio frequency) interference.
When connecting the other parts of your sound system, watch out for the so-called “ground loops”.
The best way (even if not always feasible) to avoid ground loops is to connect the electric ground of
all the equipment to a single central point (“star” system). In this case, the central point can be the
mixer.
To avoid or solve hum and buzzing troubles, try different combinations of lifting grounds on units that
are supplied with ground lift switches or make sure all chassis are connected to earth ground, either
through the A.C. power cord ground or by the front panel rack mount screws.
Before changing your grounds around, always turn your amplifiers down.
Keep this user’s manual for future consultation. Also remember that the device will get a better price
on the secondhand market if (as well as being in good condition) it has its original documentation
and packaging.
Always operate the unit with the AC ground wire connected to the electrical system ground.
Do not drive the inputs with a signal level bigger, than required to drive the equipment to full output.
Please turn off the power switch, when changing the power cord or signal cable, or select the input
mode switch.
Sometimes, when you want to send one signal to more than one amplifier, you should use a signal
distributor.
Extreme frequency boosts in connection with a high input signal level may lead to overdriving your
equipment. Should this occur, it is necessary to reduce the input signal level by using the INPUT
control.
To emphasize a frequency range, you don’t necessarily have to move its respective sliding control
upward; try lowering surrounding frequency ranges instead. This way, you avoid causing the next
piece of equipment in your sound path to overdrive. You also preserve valuable dynamic reserve
(“headroom”)
For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only.
Prevent distortion! Make sure that all components connected to the DCP-26 have sufficient power
ratings. Otherwise distortion will be generated because the components are operated at their limits.
Avoid ground loops! Always be sure to connect the power amps and the mixing console to the
same electrical circuit to ensure the same phase!
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International
EU Cable
UK Cable
US Cable
Pin
L
BROWN
RED
YELLOW/COPPER
FASE
N
BLUE
BLACK
SILVER
NUL
YELLOW/GREEN
GREEN
GREEN
EARTH
If system is dropped or struck, disconnect mains power supply immediately. Have a qualified
engineer inspect for safety before operating.
If the system has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not
switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your system. Leave the
system switched off until it has reached room temperature.
Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.
WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase.
Operating Determinations
This system is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the
system will serve you for a long time without defects.
If this system is operated in any other way, than the one described in this manual, the product may suffer
damages and the warranty becomes void.
Any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, etc.
You endanger your own safety and the safety of others!
Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property !
Connection with the mains
Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug.
Always pay attention, that the right color cable is connected to the right place.
Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth!
Return Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Authorization Number (RMA number). Products returned
without an RMA number will be refused. Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility.
Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail aftersales@highlite.nl and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture.
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the
return. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the
customer’s responsibility. Highlite reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe method to use.
Note: If you are given an RMA number, please include the following information on a piece of paper
inside the box:
1) Your name
2) Your address
3) Your phone number
4) A brief description of the symptoms
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Claims
The client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any shortcomings and/or visible defects, or perform this check after our announcement that the goods are at their
disposal. Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise.
It is the customer's responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is
damaged due to shipping. Transportation damage has to be reported to us within one day after receipt
of the delivery.
Any return shipment has to be made post-paid at all times. Return shipments must be accompanied with
a letter defining the reason for return shipment. Non-prepaid return shipments will be refused, unless
otherwise agreed in writing.
Complaints against us must be made known in writing or by fax within 10 working days after receipt of the
invoice. After this period complaints will not be handled anymore.
Complaints will only then be considered if the client has so far complied with all parts of the agreement,
regardless of the agreement of which the obligation is resulting.
Description of the device
Features
The DCP-26 is a 2-in, 6-out digital crossover
48 KHz, 64Bits Sample rate
5 parametric filters per input and output
USB interface with included user-friendly software
Engineered and assembled in Europe
The DCP-26 is a very complete 2 in- 6 output digital speaker manager. Even if you are not an audio
engineer you can easily setup this unit with the included software that you can connect to a PC or Mac
with the onboard USB interface. It has 5 PEQ's at the in- and outputs and various types of filters to
manage any kind of speaker or speaker system. Furthermore it has all features you need like phase invert,
limiters and delays. Clear in and output meters in combination with the LCD display gives you all the
necessary information in one overview. Our engineers will keep working on presets for the DAP speaker
ranges to help you get a good start for your personal DAP audio system. Those presets can be
downloaded at www.dap-audio.info or ask your local dealer. The DCP-26 is suitable for PA, line arrays
and audio installations, as well as sound distribution networks.
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Input LED indicator
Indicates the input level. Make sure the clip led only lights up
occasionally. The limit led will light up if the internal limiter is actually
limiting the signal.
Item Up button
Pushing the item up button allows select a parameter for editing in
forward direction.
Input channels: Gain – Low pass – High pass – PEQ1 – PEQ2 – PEQ3 –
PEQ4 – PEQ5 - Limiter – Link.
Output Channels: Gain – Mixer - Low pass – High pass – PEQ1 – PEQ2 –
PEQ3 – PEQ4 – PEQ5 – Limiter - Phase – Link.
Channel up button
Pushing the channel up button allows you select an input or output
channel for editing in forward direction: In A – In B – Out 1 – Out 2 –
Out 3 – Out 4 – Out 5 – Out 6.
If two channels are linked, both channels can only be selected and
edited together. E.g. if the display shows “Out 12” output channel 1
and output channel 2 are linked.
Channel down
button
Pushing the channel up button allows you select an input or output
channel for editing in reverse direction: In A – In B – Out 1 – Out 2 – Out
3 – Out 4 – Out 5 – Out 6.
If two channels are linked, both channels can only be selected and
edited together. E.g. if the display shows “Out 12” output channel 1
and output channel 2 are linked.
Item down button
Pressing the item down button allows you to select a parameter for
editing in reverse direction.
Input channels: Link – Limiter – PEQ5 – PEQ4 – PEQ3 – PEQ2 – PEQ1 –
Highpass - Lowpass – Gain.
Output Channels: Link – Phase - Limiter – PEQ5 – PEQ4 – PEQ3 – PEQ2 –
PEQ1 – Highpass - Lowpass – Mixer - Gain.
Output LED indicators
+ mute switches
Indicates the output level. Make sure the clip led only lights up
occasionally. The limit led will light up if the internal limiter is actually
limiting the signal. Pressing the mute button will mute the
corresponding input indicated by the channel’s mute LED.
LCD display
To display functions and operating status.
Jogwheel
Dialing the jogwheel allows you to change parameters.
Clicking the jogwheel allows you to enter or confirm.
Menu button
Pushing the menu button allows you to select one of the following
menus for editing: Load – Save – Access level – Version inf
Exit button
To leave the last menu/step you were in.
Overview
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Output Sockets
XLR male balanced output.
DC Power connector
This connector is meant for the connection of the supplied
6Vdc/800mA power adapter. Use the supplied adapter only.
USB port
USB port for linking the unit with your computer.
XLR Input Sockets
XLR female balanced input.
Backside
Installation
Remove all packing materials from the DCP-26. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed.
Screw the equipment into a 19" rack. Connect all cables.
Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing.
Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty.
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InA Gain
11.75dB
InA LowPass
freq: 19600hz
InA LowPass
Type: but 6db
InA HighPass
Freq: Off
Set Up and Operation
Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification
voltage. Install this device on a flat surface, not bend or curved.
Do not supply power before all components of the system are set up and connected properly.
Make sure to power-up your DCP-26 before your power amplifiers are switched on in order to avoid loud
transients, which could damage your speakers or annoy your audience.
System test
After connecting all cables, you should run a system test. Press all Mute-buttons in order to mute all
outputs. Activate the HF-outputs first. In case of wrong cabling, High Frequency (HF) audio signals will
come out of bass-speakers that cannot be harmed this way. Vice versa, the Low Frequency (LF) audio
signals would destroy your HF-speakers.
Input setup
Push the Channel Up button to select the channel you wish to edit. In the example below, input channel
A is selected.
Adjust the gain by dialing the jogwheel (8). Push the item up (2) button to proceed with the next item. In
our example the Lowpass filter.
Adjust by dialing the jogwheel (8). You can switch the lowpass filter off by dialing the jogwheel (8)
clockwise until the frequency passes 20kHz. Click the jogwheel (8) to change the filter type.
Select the type by dialing the jogwheel (8). You can choose from: But(terworth) 6dB, Bes(sel) 6dB,
But(terworth) 12dB, Bes(sel) 12dB, L(inkwitz) R(iley)12dB, But(terworth) 18dB, Bes(sel) 18dB, But(terworth)
24dB and Bes(sel) 24dB. Once selected the correct filter type, click the jogwheel (8) to return to the
lowpass filter frequency (for (re)adjusting) or push the item up (2) button to proceed with the next item, in
our example, the Highpass filter.
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InA HighPass
type: BES 24db
InA Peq 1
freq: 20hz
InA PEQ 1
gain: 0db
InA PEQ 1
q: 1.00
InA PEQ 1
type: bell
InA PEQ 1
enabled: on
Adjust the highpass frequency by dialing the jogwheel (8). You can switch the highpass filter off by
dialing the jogwheel (8) counterclockwise until the frequency passes 20Hz. Click the jogwheel (8) to
select a filter type.
Select the type by dialing the jogwheel (8). You can choose from: But(terworth) 6dB, Bes(sel) 6dB,
But(terworth) 12dB, Bes(sel) 12dB, L(inkwitz) R(iley)12dB, But(terworth) 18dB, Bes(sel) 18dB, But(terworth)
24dB and Bes(sel) 24dB. Once selected the correct filter type, click the jogwheel (8) to return to the
lowpass filter frequency (for (re)adjusting) or push the Item up button to proceed with the next item, in
our example, the parametric EQ 1.
Adjust the frequency by dialing the jogwheel (8). Click the jogwheel (8) to proceed with the next
parameter.
Adjust the gain by dialing the jogwheel (8). Click the jogwheel (8) to proceed with the next parameter.
Adjust the Q factor by dialing the jogwheel (8). Click the jogwheel (8) to proceed with the next
parameter.
Select the filter type by dialing the jogwheel (8). Click the jogwheel (8) to proceed with the next
parameter.
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