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260

Featuring

Custom Tunings

User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

The symbols shown above are internationally accepted symbols that warn of
potential hazards with electrical products. The lightning flash with arrowpoint in
an equilateral triangle means that there are dangerous voltages present within
the unit. The exclamation point in an equilateral triangle indicates that it is
necessary for the user to refer to the owner’s manual.

These symbols warn that there are no user serviceable parts inside the unit.
Do not open the unit. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Refer all
servicing to qualified personnel. Opening the chassis for any reason will void
the manufacturer’s warranty. Do not get the unit wet. If liquid is spilled on the
unit, shut it off immediately and take it to a dealer for service. Disconnect the
unit during storms to prevent damage.

Safety InStructIonS

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IF YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER CORD.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE SHALL BE CONNECTED TO A MAINS SOCKET OUTLET WITH A
PROTECTIVE EARTHING CONNECTION.

The cores in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

WARNING FOR YOUR PROTECTION

READ THE FOLLOWING:

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HEED ALL WARNINGS

FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING
LIQUID AND NO OBJECT FILLED WITHI LIQUID, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL
BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

CLEAN ONLY WITH A DRY CLOTH.

DO NOT BLOCK ANY OF THE VENTILATION OPENINGS. INSTALL IN AC­CORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.

DO NOT INSTALL NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCES SUCH AS RADIATORS,
HEAT REGISTERS, STOVES, OR OTHER APPARATUS (INCLUDING AMPLI­FIERS) THAT PRODUCE HEAT.

ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS/ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFAC­TURER.

UNPLUG THIS APPARATUS DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR WHEN
UNUSED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Use only with the cart stand, tripod bracket, or table specified by the manufac­ture, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

GREEN and YELLOW - Earth BLUE - Neutral BROWN - Live

As colours of the cores in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

•

The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug

marked with the letter E, or with the earth symbol, or coloured green, or green and yellow.

•

The core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured black.

•

The core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured red.

This equipment may require the use of a different line cord, attachment plug, or both, depending
on the available power source at installation. If the attachment plug needs to be changed, refer
servicing to qualified service personnel who should refer to the table below. The green/yellow
wire shall be connected directly to the units chassis.

CONDUCTOR

L LIVE BROWN BLACK

N NEUTRAL BLUE WHITE

E EARTH GND

WIRE COLOR

Normal Alt

GREEN/

YEL

GREEN

WARNING: If the ground is defeated, certain fault conditions in the unit or in the system to
which it is connected can result in full line voltage between chassis and earth ground. Severe
injury or death can then result if the chassis and earth ground are touched simultaneously.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.

POWER ON/OFF SWITCH: If the equipment has a Power switch, the Power
switch used in this piece of equipment DOES NOT break the connection from
the mains.

MAINS DISCONNECT: The plug shall remain readily operable. For rack­mount or installation where plug is not accessible, an all-pole mains switch with
a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated into
the electrical installation of the rack or building.

FOR UNITS EQUIPPED WITH EXTERNALLY ACCESSIBLE FUSE RECEP­TACLE: Replace fuse with same type and rating only.

MULTIPLE-INPUT VOLTAGE: This equipment may require the use of a different
line cord, attachment plug, or both, depending on the available power source at
installation. Connect this equipment only to the power source indicated on the
equipment rear panel. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servic­ing to qualified service personnel or equivalent.

If connected to 240V supply, a suitable CSA/UL certified power cord shall be
used for this supply.

This equipment is intended for rack mount use only.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

eLectroMaGnetIc

coMPatIBILIty

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and
the Product 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.

• use only shielded interconnecting cables.

DecLaratIon of

conforMIty

Manufacturer’s Name: dbx Professional Products
Manufacturer’s Address: 8760 S. Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070, USA

declares that the product:

Product name: dbx 260
Note: Product name may be suffixed by the EU.

Product option: None

conforms to the following Product Specifications:

Safety: IEC 60065 -01+Amd 1

EMC: EN 55022:2006
EN 55024:1998
FCC Part 15

Supplementary Information:

u.K. MaInS PLuG WarnInG

A molded mains plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe.
Discard the mains plug at a suitable disposal facility.

NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU
INSERT A DAMAGED OR CUT MAINS PLUG INTO A 13
AMP POWER SOCKET.

Do not use the mains plug without the fuse cover in place.
Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local retailer.
Replacement fuses are 13 amps and MUST be ASTA approved to
BS1362.

If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a
separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that
requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.

Private household in the 25 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used
electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar
new one).

For Countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for a correct method of disposal.

By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and
recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.

The product herewith complies with the requirements of the:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC
WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC

With regard to Directive 2005/32/EC and EC Regulation
1275/2008 of 17 December 2008, this product is designed,
produced, and classified as Professional Audio Equipment and thus
is exempt from this Directive.

Roger Johnsen
Vice President of Engineering
8760 S. Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070, USA
Date: May 19, 2010

European Contact: Your local dbx Sales and Service Office or

Harman Music Group
8760 South Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070, USA
Ph: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Table of Contents

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Introduction

0.1 Defining the DriveRack 260 ............................ii

0.2 Service Contact Info ........................................iii

0.3 Warranty ..........................................................iv

Section 1 - Getting Started

1.1 Rear Panel Connections ...................................2

1.2 Front Panel .......................................................3

1.3 Quick Start ........................................................4

Section 2 - Editing Functions

2.1 Basic Navigation Modes ................................14

2.2 Effect Button Array Overview .......................14

2.3 Navigating the Pre-EQ Section ......................15

2.4 Navigating the Crossover Section .................15

2.5 Navigating the Other Section ........................16

2.6 Navigating the Dynamics Section .................16

2.7 Navigating the Delay Section ........................17

2.8 Navigating the Utility/Meters Section............17

2.9 Navigating the Wizard Section ......................18

2.10 Navigating the I/O Section ..........................18

Section 3 - Configuration Functions

3.1 Program Definition .........................................20

3.2 Navigating Factory Programs .........................20

3.3 Editing Factory Programs ...............................21

3.4 Saving Factory Program Changes..................22

3.5 Creating a User Configuration .......................23

3.6 Saving Configuration Changes ......................26

Section 4 - Detailed Parameters

4.1 Pre-Crossover EQ (28 Band Graphic or 9-Band

Parametric) ............................................................28

4.2 Feedback Eliminator (AFS) ............................29

4.3 Subharmonic Synthesizer ...............................30

4.4 Noise Gate ......................................................31

4.5 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) .....................32

4.6 Notch Filters ...................................................33

4.7 Crossover ........................................................33

4.8 Post-Crossover PEQ .......................................33

4.9 Compressor/Limiter ........................................34

4.10 Alignment Delay ...........................................37

4.11 Input Routing ...............................................37

4.12 Output ...........................................................38

Section 5 - Utilities/Meters

5.1.1 LCD Contrast/Auto EQ Plot ........................40

5.1.2 PUP Program/Mute .....................................40

5.1.3 ZC Setup ......................................................41

5.1.4 Security ........................................................43

5.1.5 Program List/Program change ....................45

5.2.1 Meters ...........................................................47

Section 6 - Remote Control

6.1.1 DriveWare™ PC Software GUI ...................50

6.2.1 ZC-Zone Controllers ....................................54

Section 7 - Application Guide

7.1 Mono 4-Way w/ 2 Aux Zones ......................60

7.2 Stereo Tri-Amp ...............................................61

7.3 Stereo w/ four Aux Zones .............................62

7.4 Stereo Bi-Amp w/ Dual Delays .....................63

Appendix

A.1 Factory Reset ..................................................66

A.2 Power up Quick Key Options ......................66

A.3 Specifications .................................................67

A.4 Auto EQ Optimization ...................................68

A.5 Crossover Diagrams .......................................69

A.6 Program List/ Speaker Tunings/ Power Amp

Tunings ...........................................................70

A.7 Block Diagram ...............................................71

A.8 Input and Output Section Diagrams ............72

A.9 Gain Level Jumpers .......................................73

A.10 System Setup and Gain Structure ...............73

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INTRODUCTION

INTRO

CUSTOMER SERVICE INFO

Defining the

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WARRANTY INFO

Introduction

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the dbx® DriveRack 260 Complete Equalization and
Loudspeaker Management System! For over 30 years, dbx has been the industry leader in
dynamics processing. With the DriveRack 260, dbx Professional Products has redefined the
standard by which all other loudspeaker management processors will be compared.

The DriveRack 260 continues the legacy of the DriveRack® family. The DriveRack 260 was
designed with the purpose and vision of providing state-of-the-art signal processing, while
utilizing a simple and intuitive user interface. For more information, please visit: www.driverack.
com or www.dbxpro.com.

This manual will be your guide to understanding the full functionality of the powerful DriveRack
260 . By combining the different components, the configuration possibilities are limitless. After
you have become familiar with the unit, we encourage you to experiment and find the most
effective and efficient way to run your system by utilizing the powerful processing of the
DriveRack 260.

0.1 Defining the DriveRack 260 System

The dbx DriveRack 260 is the most effective way to manage all aspects of post mixer processing
and signal routing. The DriveRack 260 essentially becomes the only device that you will need
between the mixer and the power amps. The following are just some of the features of the
DriveRack 260.

DriveRack® 260 Features:

• Advanced Feedback Suppression™

• 2.7 Seconds of Alignment and Zone Delay

• RS-232 PC GUI control

• Classic dbx® Compression and Limiting

• Graphic and Parametric EQ

• Independent Input and Output Processing

• Auto-EQ Function

• Full Bandpass, Crossover, and Routing Configurations

• Auto Gain Control

• Pink Noise Generator and full-time RTA

• Setup Wizard with JBL® and Crown® Components

• Security Lockout

• Wall Panel Control Inputs

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In addition to the amazing menu of processors available, the 260 also affords you the luxury of
utilizing dbx Zone-Controller series wall-mounted control panels that will allow you to remotely
control various parameters of the 260. The ZC-1 offers remote programmable Volume control to
any installation using the DriveRack 260. The ZC-2 provides programmable Volume and Mute
control. Both the ZC-1 and ZC-2 can be programmed for up to six outputs of the DriveRack

260. The ZC-3 allows Program Selection on the 260. The ZC-4 also offers Program Selection via
Contact Closure inputs for Room Combining applications. Up to six Zone Controllers can be
used with a single DriveRack 260, and can either be wired in series or parallel. The ZC-BOB
was created to accommodate “home-run” or parallel wiring to the unit. With a maximum length
of 1,000 ft. for each home run (maximum length for series cabling varies), the Zone Controllers
offer a simple way to create a simple yet elegant solution to many installation applications.

Introduction

ZC-BOB ZC-1 ZC-2 ZC-3 ZC-4

0.2 Service Contact Info

If you require technical support, please see the Support section of our website at www.dbxpro.
com. If you still require assistance, please contact dbx Technical Support. Be prepared to
accurately describe the problem. Know the serial number of your device - this is printed on a
sticker attached to the chassis. If you have not already taken the time to fill out your warranty
registration card and send it in, please do so now. You may also register online at
www.dbxpro.com.

Before you return a product to the factory for service, we recommend you refer to the manual.
Make sure you have correctly followed installation steps and operation procedures. For further
technical assistance or service, please contact our Technical Support Department at (801) 568­7660 or visit www.dbxpro.com. If you need to return a product to the factory for service, you
MUST first contact Technical Support to obtain a Return Authorization Number.

No returned products will be accepted at the factory without a Return Authorization Number.

Please refer to the Warranty information on the following page, which extends to the first
end-user. 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. Mark the package with the name of the
shipper and with these words in red: DELICATE INSTRUMENT, FRAGILE! Also write the Return
Authorization Number (RA#) on the outside of the box in a conspicuous location. Insure the
package properly. Ship prepaid, not collect. Do not ship parcel post.

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0.3 Warranty

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This warranty is valid only for the original purchaser and only in the United States.

1. The warranty registration card that accompanies this product must be mailed within 30 days
after purchase date to validate this warranty. You can also register online at
www.dbxpro.com. Proof-of-purchase is considered to be the responsibility of the consumer. A
copy of the original purchase receipt must be provided for any warranty service.

2. dbx warrants this product, when bought and used solely within the U.S., to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service.

3. dbx liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or, at our discretion, replacing
defective materials that show evidence of defect, provided the product is returned to dbx WITH
RETURN AUTHORIZATION from the factory, where all parts and labor will be covered up to
a period of two years. A Return Authorization number must first be obtained from dbx. The
company shall not be liable for any consequential damage as a result of the product’s use in
any circuit or assembly.

4. dbx reserves the right to make changes in design or make additions to or improvements upon
this product without incurring any obligation to install the same additions or improvements on
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5. The foregoing is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and dbx neither assumes
nor authorizes any person to assume on its behalf any obligation or liability in connection with
the sale of this product. In no event shall dbx or its dealers be liable for special or consequential
damages or from any delay in the performance of this warranty due to causes beyond their
control.

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1.1 Rear Panel Connections

IEC Power Cord Receptacle

The DriveRack 260 comes with a power supply that will accept voltages ranging from
100V-120V at frequencies from 50Hz-60Hz (domestic version model). An IEC cord is included.
The EU version accepts 220V-240V at frequencies from 50Hz-60Hz.

Power Switch

The Power Switch turns the DriveRack 260 on and off. Note: dbx Professional Products
recommends that power amplifiers connected to the DriveRack 260, should be powered down
prior to cycling the power on the DriveRack 260.

PC Connection

This DB-9 type connection is used to send and receive information to and from the GUI
interface and for firmware updates.

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RS485 Zone Control Input (RJ-45 connector type)

This input connection is used to send information and power to the ZC wall controllers.

Outputs 1-6

The output section of the DriveRack 260 offers six electronically balanced XLR connectors.

Inputs 1-2

The input section of the DriveRack 260 offers two electronically balanced XLR connectors.

Ground Lift Switch

The ground lift switch lifts the pin 1 chassis ground of both input XLR connectors.

RTA Input Jack

This balanced XLR input is used for the connection of an RTA microphone, which allows the
user to “Pink” and optimize the EQ settings of any room through the use of the Auto EQ in the
Wizard setup assistant.

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LCD Display

The backlit LCD display of the DriveRack 260 provides the user with all of the vital processing
information of the DriveRack 260 including: signal routing, effect block editing and Wizard
Setup functions. The display will also notify the user if any internal clipping is taking place
within the unit by displaying “CLIP” in the display.

Data Wheel

The Data wheel of the DriveRack 260 is used to scroll through the program menu, load
programs, select parameters and edit parameter values.

Function Buttons

The function buttons of the DriveRack 260 allow direct access to all editing and navigating
functions of the DriveRack 260. See sections 2.1 and 2.2 for a detailed description on the
functions of each of these buttons.

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Input Meters

The DriveRack 260 provides the user with two independent, six segment Lightpipe™ input
meters that range from -30 to +22 dBu. These meters monitor the signal level right after the
input module.

Threshold Meters

The threshold meters indicate that the threshold level has been exceeded within the Limiter or
Auto Gain Control sections, and gain reduction may be taking place within the specific output
channel.

Output Mutes

The six output mute buttons are used for independently muting each output on all six outputs
of the DriveRack 260.

Output Meters

The DriveRack 260 provides the user with six independent six-segment Lightpipe™ output
meters that range from -30 to +22 dBu.

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For those of you that wish to jump right in, the following information has been provided to act
as a quick start guide for optimizing performance of the DriveRack 260.

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Connections

When setting up the DriveRack 260, make connections as follows:

• Always make connections prior to applying power to the unit.

• Connect the output(s) from the sending device (mixer) to the Ch. 1 XLR input connector

(mono) or both, Ch. 1 and Ch. 2 XLR input connectors (stereo).

• Make output connections from the output XLR connector(s), shown below, to the input
connector(s) of the selected power amps. For customers new to the DriveRack 260, we
recommended starting with output 1 and then working up from there. Here are some
examples:

• Full Range - Outputs 1 & 2 (all frequencies are passed)

• 2-Way - Outputs 1 & 2 (highs), Outputs 3 & 4 (lows)

• 3-Way - Outputs 1 & 2 (highs), Outputs 3 & 4 (midrange), Outputs 5 & 6

(lows)

Of course you do have options to configure the DriveRack 260 differently than the examples
listed above. However, for the novice user, adhering to the above connection examples will

lower the probability of improper configuration.

If you have the optional RTA microphone, connect the microphone to the XLR RTA Mic Input.

IMPORTANT: It is recommended that the power amps are turned off prior to cycling power
to the Driverack 260. Always make sure that your power amps are the last item turned on and
the first turned off.

Once all of the connections have been made, and the unit is powered up, you can navigate

through the entire signal path of the DriveRack 260 from the front panel of the unit. The
display provides you with a clear and concise overview of each aspect of the signal path

from the input (left side of display) to the output section (right side of display).

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Editing Functions

EDITING

FUNCTIONS

Section 2

Editing Functions

2.1 Basic Navigation Modes

Navigational aspects of the DriveRack 260 are simple and as follows. 1. FX buttons - This array
of 12 FX buttons is your primary mode of directly accessing any effect module. 2. NEXT PG
& PREV PG buttons - Successive presses of the NEXT PG or PREV PG buttons will move
the user between pages within an effect block. 3. DATA WHEEL - Pressing the DATA wheel
will toggle between the available parameters on any selected page within the currently selected
effect block. The DATA wheel, when rotated, is then used to change the values of the selected
parameter.

2.2 Effect Button Array Overview

PREV PG - Moves to the previous page in the currently selected effect menu.

NEXT PG - Moves to the next page in the currently selected effect menu.

EQ - Selects the EQ effect menu. Successive presses of this button will toggle through the pre-crossover

EQ module (either a 28 band GEQ or 9-band PEQ) and post-crossover PEQ section modules.

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XOVER - Selects the Crossover section. Successive presses of this button will toggle between the various
crossover modules if more than one crossover module has been pre-programmed.

OTHER - This button is used to move to the Input Insert module section, which includes: Notch filter,
Subharmonic Synthesizer, AFS (Advanced Feedback Suppression) and Wire (no effect) modules.

DYNAMICS - Selects the Dynamics effect sections. Successive presses of this button will toggle through
the pre-crossover dynamics modules (Compressor, Gate or AGC), and post-crossover dynamics modules
(AGCs or Limiters).

DELAY - Selects the Alignment Delay effect module. Successive presses of this button will toggle through
the pre-crossover Delay modules and post-crossover Delay modules.

I/O - Selects the input and output parameter editing section for all inputs and outputs. Successive presses
of this button will toggle through each input and output module.

PROGRAM (Config) - When pressed, this button is used to get back to the Program screen from any other
menu within the unit. Think of this button as the ‘Home’ or ‘Panic’ button. Press and hold this button to enter
Configuration mode, where the more advanced programming configuration takes place.

UTILITY (Meter) - Selects the Utility menu of the DriveRack 260. When pressed and held, the 260 will
enter METER mode.

STORE (Delete) - The Store button is used to store program edits. You must press this button four
times to store a program. Here’s a breakdown of what happens each time you press this button: 1st press

- Allows selection of Store or Delete mode, 2nd press - Allows renaming of Program, 3rd Press - Allows
selection of which program location to overwrite, 4th press - Stores program.
Important Note: When this button is pressed and held, the 260 will enter PROGRAM DELETE mode.

RTA (Wizard) - Pressing this button enters the RTA mode. When pressed and held, this button enters
the DriveRack 260 Wizard menu which includes: System Setup Wizard, Auto EQ Wizard and AFS Wizard.

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2.3 Navigating the Pre-EQ Section (28-GEQ and PEQ)

To edit the parameters of the EQs used in a selected program, simply use the following procedure. From program mode,

press the EQ button to reach the EQ module to be edited. Successive presses of the EQ button will move through each channel.

Navigate through the Pages of the selected EQ section by depressing "Next Page" or "Prev Page" successively until arriving at the desired Page.

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The EQ button
toggles through
the EQs used in
each channel of
the selected
program
menu.

EQ

GEQ

EQ

PEQ

GEQ On/Off

Flatten/Restore

or

PEQ On/Off

Flatten/Restore

Bell,HSelf, LShelf, LHShelf,

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

To edit the parameters of the Crossover used in a selected program, simply use the following procedure. From program mode,

press the X-OVER button. Once you have reached the Crossover module, Navigate through the Pages of the selected Crossover

module by pressing the "Next Page" or "Prev Page" buttons successively until arriving at the desired Page.

The XOVER button
toggles through
the XOVER used in
each channel of
the selected
program
menu.

XOVER

Low Pass High Pass

Freq- 19.7kHz to Out
Slope - BS, BW, LR
(6,12,18,24,36,48)

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

GEQ/PEQ

Freq- 31.5Hz-18kHz

Gain -12dB to12dB

B1 Freq- 20Hz-20kHz

Gain -12dB to12dB

Q .20 to 16.0

B2 Freq- 20Hz-20kHz

Gain -12dB to12dB

Q .20 to 16.0

B2 Freq- 20Hz-20kHz

Gain -12dB to12dB

Q .20 to 16.0

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2.4 Navigating the CROSSOVER Section

XOVER

Freq- 20.kHz to Out
Slope - BS, BW, LR
(6,12,18,24,36,48)

Gain- -20 to 20dB

Repeat, for each crossover band

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The NEXT and PREV
buttons scroll through
the pages of selected module.

Navigating the I/O Section

Input Level 1 -Inf to 20dB

Input Level 2 -Inf to 20dB

Master Level -Inf to 20dB

Pink Noise On/Off

Pink Noise Level -10 to 10dB

Output Channel 1-6 On/Off

Polarity +/-

Phase -180 to 0

FEEDBACK

I/O Section

From program mode, press the I/O button. Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

<PREV PG NEXT PG>

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

Navigating the Other Section

The NEXT and PREV
buttons scroll through
the pages of selected module.

RTA/WIZARD

AUTO EQ WIZARD

AFS WIZARD

Amp Select-

High, Mid, Low

See list

Amp Sensitivity-

High, Mid, Low

Amp Level

High, Mid, Low

Low Amp

Bridged/

Normal-

Load New

Program-

Connect Mic Pink Noise Level

-Inf to 20dB

Auto EQ - L Auto EQ - R Auto EQ - L-R

Left and Right when using

Linked Graphic EQ

Select Number of

Fixed Filters

- 0-12

Mixer gain turn

down prompt

Select Type -

Low, Med, High mode

Mixer Gain Adjust-

Fixed Filter Setup

Done-

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

Navigating the Dynamics Section

successive presses of Dynamics button will move through each channel that utilizes either a Compressor (pre Crossover) or Limiter (post-crossover) module.

Navigate through the Pages of the selected compressor or Limiter module by pressing the "Next Page" or "Prev Page" buttons successively until you arrive at the desired Page.

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2.5 Navigating the Other Section

From program mode, press the Other button. Successive presses of the Other button will move you to each of the var ious insert modules available.

Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

<PREV PG NEXT PG>

The NEXT and PREV
buttons scroll through
the pages of selected module.

OTHER

OTHER

OTHER

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

2.6 Navigating the Dynamics Section

Subharmonic Synthesizer

Subharmonic - -On/Off

Subharmonics % 0-100

Advanced Feedback Suppression (AFS)

AFS On/Off

AFS Clear

Notch Filter

Notch- On - Off

Flatten/Restore

Mode - Fixed/Live

Type- Speech, Low,Med and High

24-36Hz Level - 24-36Hz

36-56Hz Level - 36-56Hz

Freq 1-6 19.7Hz-20.2kHz

Gain- -36dB - +6dB

Q- 16,32,64,128

Number of filters 0-12

Number of filters fixed 0-12

OTHER

Live filter Lift - On/Off

Lift After - 0-60

From program mode, press the comp/limiter button to move to eithter the Dynamics module. Once you have reached the Dynamics module,

Comp On/Off

COMP

The Comp/Limiter button
toggles through the AGC
Compressor or
Limiter modules used in
each channel of
the selected
program.

DYNAMICS

GATE

AGC(Pre)

LIMITER

AGC(Post)

Auto On/Off

Over Easy Off, 1-10

Gate On/Off

Ratio

1:1 to Inf:1

Threshold -50-22dB

AGC On/Off

Target

-20-20dBu

Gain 1 to 20dB

Limiter On/Off

Over Easy Off, 1-10

Threshold -40-20dB

AGC On/Off

Target

-20-20dBu

Gain 1 to 20dB

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

DYNAMICS

Threshold -40 to-20dB

Ratio

1:1 to Inf:1

Gain

-20 to 20dB

Attack 0.1 to 200ms

Hold

30 to 200ms

Release

360 to 5.0dB/s

Window 1 to 10dB

Hold

30 to 200ms

Low Thresh -60to-30dB

PeakStop On/Off

Auto On/Off

Overshoot 2 to 6dB

Window 1 to 10dB

Hold

30 to 200ms

Low Thresh -60to-30dB

Attack 0.1 to 200ms

Hold

30 to 200ms

Release

360 to 5.0dB/s

Max Atten o to Inf

Attack .20 to 5 sec

Release

30 to 1.0dB/s

Attack 0.1 to 200ms

Hold

30 to 200ms

Release

360 to 5.0dB/s

Attack .20 to 5 sec

Release

30 to 1.0dB/s

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Navigating the Delay Section

The NEXT and PREV
buttons scroll through
the pages of selected module.

<PREV PG NEXT PG>

Navigating the Subharmonic Synthesizer Section

Subharmonic - -On/Off

Subharmonics % 0-100

24-36Hz Level - 24-36Hz

36-56Hz Level - 36-56Hz

Subharmonic

SUBHARMONIC

From program mode, press the SUBHARMONIC button. Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

Navigating the Delay Section

Delay - On/Off

Length - Delay Time - Course, Fine

Units - Seconds,Feet,Meters

DELAY

DELAY

From program mode, press the Delay button. Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

Successive Presses of the Delay button will move you through pre and post crossover delays.

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

The NEXT and PREV
buttons scroll through
the pages of selected module.

<PREV PG NEXT PG>

Navigating the Utility/Meters Section

Subharmonic - -On/Off

Subharmonics % 0-100

24-36Hz Level - 24-36Hz

36-56Hz Level - 36-56Hz

Subharmonic

SUBHARMONIC

From program mode, press the SUBHARMONIC button. Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

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2.7 Navigating the Delay Section

From program mode, press the Delay button. Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

Successive Presses of the Delay button will move you through pre and post crossover delays.

DELAY

Delay - On/Off

Length - Delay Time - Course, Fine

Units - Seconds,Feet,Meters

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

2.8 Navigating the Utility/Meters Section

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DELAY

From program mode, press the UTILITY button. Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

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Noise gate-

AGC-

Limiter Limiter 4-6

Pressing and holding the Utility button will enter you into the meter mennu

UTILITY

LCD Contrast 1-16

AEQ Plot - RTA/GEQ

260 Device Level-

Low, Med, High

Output Jumpers - 1-6

Setting - 14, 22, 30dB

PUP Prog. - Current/Stored

PUP Mute - Current/Stored

Edit High Password

Edit Medium Password

1-3

Zone Controller-

1-3

Zone Controller-

4-6

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

ZC Panel - 1-6

(Store) - Edit Panel

Program List Size- 1-10

List Index - 1-10

Output Tr ims

1-3

Security Level - Module Select

Output Tr ims

4-6

Security Level- Low, Med, High

Program Change mode

Normal/Program

Program Number Lock 1-25

UTILITY

METERS

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<PREV PG NEXT PG>

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

The NEXT and PREV
buttons scroll through
the pages of selected module.

Navigating the WIZARD Section

RTA/WIZARD

SYSTEM SETUP

AUTO EQ WIZARD

AFS WIZARD

GEQ Setup-Dual Mono

or Stereo Linked

Main Speaker Select-

See list

Sub Speaker Select-

See list

Amp Select-

High, Mid, Low

See list

Amp Sensitivity-

High, Mid, Low

Amp Level

High, Mid, Low

Low Amp

Bridged/

Normal-

Load New

Program-

Insert 1 Setup-

Select

Insert 2 Setup-

Select

Noise gate-

AGC-

Limiter Limiter 4-6

Connect Mic Pink Noise Level

-Inf to 20dB

Auto EQ - L Auto EQ - R Auto EQ - L-R

Left and Right when using

Linked Graphic EQ

Select Number of

Fixed Filters

- 0-12

Mixer gain turn

down prompt

Select Type -

Low, Med, High mode

Mixer Gain Adjust-

WIZARD

From program mode, press the RTA/WIZARD button. Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

<PREV PG NEXT PG>

Fixed Filter Setup

Done-

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

Navigating the Utility/Meters Section

LCD Contrast 1-16

AEQ Plot - RTA/GEQ

UTILITY

PUP Prog. - Current/Stored

PUP Mute - Current/Stored

ZC Panel - 1-6

(Store) - Edit Panel

Security Level - Module Select

Security Level- Low, Med, High

260 Device Level-

Low, Med, High

Edit High Password

Edit Medium Password

Program List Size- 1-10

List Index - 1-10

Program Change mode

Normal/Program

Program Number Lock 1-25

Output Jumpers - 1-6

Setting - 14, 22, 30dB

UTILITY

METERS

From program mode, press the UTILITY button. Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

Pressing and holding the Utility button will enter you into the meter mennu

1-3

Zone Controller-

1-3

Output Tr ims

1-3

Output Tr ims

4-6

Zone Controller-

4-6

Navigating the I/O Section

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

The NEXT and PREV
buttons scroll through
the pages of selected module.

Navigating the WIZARD Section

RTA/WIZARD

SYSTEM SETUP

AUTO EQ WIZARD

AFS WIZARD

GEQ Setup-Dual Mono

or Stereo Linked

Main Speaker Select-

See list

Sub Speaker Select-

See list

Amp Select-

High, Mid, Low

See list

Amp Sensitivity-

High, Mid, Low

Amp Level

High, Mid, Low

Low Amp

Bridged/

Normal-

Load New

Program-

Insert 1 Setup-

Select

Insert 2 Setup-

Select

Noise gate-

AGC-

Limiter Limiter 4-6

Connect Mic Pink Noise Level

-Inf to 20dB

Auto EQ - L Auto EQ - R Auto EQ - L-R

Left and Right when using

Linked Graphic EQ

Select Number of

Fixed Filters

- 0-12

Mixer gain turn

down prompt

Select Type -

Low, Med, High mode

Mixer Gain Adjust-

WIZARD

From program mode, press the RTA/WIZARD button. Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

<PREV PG NEXT PG>

Fixed Filter Setup

Done-

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

METERS

1-3

Zone Controller-

1-3

Output Tr ims

1-3

Output Tr ims

4-6

Zone Controller-

4-6

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2.10 Navigating the I/O Section

From program mode, press the I/O button. Pressing the Data Wheel will select the effect parameter to be edited.

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The NEXT and PREV
buttons scroll through
the pages of selected module.

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FEEDBACK

Input Level 1 -Inf to 20dB

Input Level 2 -Inf to 20dB

Master Level -Inf to 20dB

Successive presses of the Data wheel will select
effect parameters within the currently selected page.

Pink Noise On/Off

Pink Noise Level -10 to 10dB

I/O Section

Output Channel 1-6 On/Off

Polarity +/-

Phase -180 to 0