QSC Q-SYS DCIO-H, Q-SYS DCIO Hardware User's Manual

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Hardware User Guide

Digital Cinema I/O — DCIO-H

Digital Cinema I/O — DCIO

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EXPLANATION OF TERMS AND SYMBOLS

The term “WARNING!” indicates instructions regarding personal safety. If the instructions are not followed the result may be bodily injury or death.

The term “CAUTION!” indicates instructions regarding possible damage to physical equipment. If these instructions are not followed, it may result in
damage to the equipment that may not be covered under the warranty.

The term “IMPORTANT!” indicates instructions or information that are vital to the successful completion of theprocedure.

The term "NOTE" is used to indicate additional useful information.

The intent of the lightning flash with arrowhead symbol in a triangle is to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated "dangerous"
voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to humans.

The intent of the exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is to alert the user to the presence of important safety, and operating
and maintenance instructions in this manual.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.

• Elevated Operating Ambient - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating temperature of
the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Consideration should be given to ensure that the maximum operating
temperature range (0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F ) is not exceeded.

• Reduced Air Flow – Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe
operation of the equipment is not compromised.

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. Do not submerge the apparatus in water or liquids.

7. Do not use any aerosol spray, cleaner, disinfectant or fumigant on, near or into the apparatus.

8. Clean only with a dry cloth.

9. Do not block any ventilation opening. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

10. Keep all ventilation openings free of dust or other matter.

11. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

12. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, the power cord shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

13. 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 the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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

15. Do not unplug the unit by pulling on the cord, use the plug.

16. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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

18. 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.

19. The appliance coupler, or the AC Mains plug, is the AC mains disconnect device and shall remain readily accessible after installation.

20. Adhere to all applicable, local codes.

21. Consult a licensed, professional engineer when any doubt or questions arise regarding a physical equipment installation.

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Maintenance and Repair

WARNING!: Advanced technology, e.g., the use of modern materials and powerful electronics,
requires specially adapted maintenance and repair methods. To avoid a danger of subsequent
damage to the apparatus, injuries to persons and/or the creation of additional safety hazards, all
maintenance or repair work on the apparatus should be performed only by a QSC authorized service
station or an authorized QSC International Distributor. QSC is not responsible for any injury, harm or
related damages arising from any failure of the customer, owner or user of the apparatus to facilitate
those repairs.

FCC Statement

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 reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
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 radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

IMPORTANT!: The Q-SYS DCIO may operate at elevated temperatures and therefore its exterior may become noticeably
warm. This is normal. The Q-SYS DCIO is designed with convection cooling in mind and therefore incorporates industrial
high-temp components to accommodate higher operating temperatures.

Expected Product Life Cycle: 20 years, Storage Temperature range: -20°C to + 70°C, Relative Humidity range: of
5–85% RH non-condensing.

RoHS STATEMENT

The QSC Q-SYS DCIO is in compliance with European Directive 2011/65/EU – Restriction of Hazardous Substances(RoHS2).
The QSC Q-SYS DCIO is in compliance with “China RoHS” directives. The following chart is provided for product use in China and its territories:

QSC Q-SYS DCIO

部件名称

(Part Name)

铅

(Pb)

电路板组件

(PCB Assemblies)

机壳装配件

(Chassis

Assemblies)

本表格依据 SJ/T 11364 的规定编制。
O: 表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求以下。
X: 表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求。 （目前由于技术或经济的

原因暂时无法实现替代或减量化。）
This table is prepared following the requirement of SJ/T 11364.

O: Indicates that the concentration of the substance in all homogeneous materials of the part is below the relevant
threshold speci󽗉ed in GB/T 26572.
X: Indicates that the concentration of the substance in at least one of all homogeneous materials of the part is
above the relevant threshold speci󽗉ed in GB/T 26572.
(Replacement and reduction of content cannot be achieved currently because of the technical or economic reason.)

X O O O O O

X O O O O O

汞

(Hg)

(Hazardous Substances)

镉

(Cd)

有害物质

六价铬
(Cr(vi))

多溴联苯

(PBB)

多溴二苯醚

(PBDE)

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Warranty

For a copy of the QSC Limited Warranty, visit the QSC, LLC. website at www.qsc.com

Para una copia de la Garantía Limitada de QSC, visite el sitio web de QSC, LLC., en www.qsc.com Pour obtenir une copie de la garantie limitée de
QSC, visitez le site de QSC, LLC.à www.qsc.com

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адресу www.qsc.com.

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Package Contents

1

DCIO

1

DCIO Installation

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AC Power

cord

1

1

Euro-style

Connector plug kit

(4 connectors)

About the DCIO / DCIO-H

QSC's DCIO and DCIO-H are Q-SYS peripherals and require connection to a Q-SYS Core via Q-LAN in order to operate. When the connection is
made, you must create a design in Q-SYS Designer and include the DCIO or DCIO-H in that design. Refer to the Q-SYS Designer online Help system
for complete information.

Installation – Rack-Mounting

CAUTION!: Be sure that each side has a minimum of 2cmclearance.

The DCIO is designed to be mounted in a standard 19" (480 mm) equipment rack and requires 1 vertical rack space.

Secure the DCIO in the rack with four screws in front (screws not included).

Features

Front Panel

— Figure 1 —

1. OLED display – Displays information about the DCIO's settings
and status.

2. NEXT button – Cycles through the OLED information pages.

3. ID button – Locates the DCIO in Q-SYS Designer GUI and
Configurator.

4. POWER LED – Illuminates blue when the DCIO is on.

5. MUTE LED – Illuminates red when the DCIO master mute is
engaged.

6. MUTE button – Enables/Disable master mute.

7. LEVEL rotary – Adjusts the master level.

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Rear Panel

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

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All inputs and outputs are configured in Q-SYS Designer software running on the Q-SYS Core to which the DCIO is connected.

— Figure 2 —

1. MIC / LINE INPUT – Standard three-conductor XLR
connector, balanced input, phantom power available in
Q-SYS Designer. Used for: mono, non-sync sources including
microphone for in-auditorium announcements, and SPL metering.
Refer to — Figure 3 for wiring.

2. Hearing Impaired and Visually Impaired Outputs
(H.I. and V.I.) – Five-terminal Euro-style receptacle, balanced
outputs, used for: hearing- and / or visually-impaired special
mixes. The receptacle label provides a pin-out
of the signals. The ground is common to both. Refer to — Figure
4 for wiring.

TIP: A standard three-terminal Euro-style connector
may be used if only one output is required. Make sure the
plug is all the way to the right, or all the way to the left of
the five-terminal receptacle.

3. RELAY OUTPUTS – Two six-terminal Euro-style receptacles,
mechanically de-coupled control outputs, floating relay contacts,
rated for 30 VDC at 1A. Each relay output has one common
contact (C), one normally open contact (NO) and one normally
closed (NC) contact. When not energized, C is connected to NC
and NO is not connected. When energized, C is connected to NO
and NC is not connected. Used for controlling curtains, lighting,
etc.) Refer to — Figure 5 for wiring.

4. AES3 INPUTS – RJ45, CAT-5 or better to connect to sources
using the same type connector and pinout.

AES3 1–8 – AES3 pairs 1 through 4 (digital audio channels 1–8)
AES3 9-16 – AES3 pairs 5 through 8 (digital audio channels 9–16)

Used for primary content audio from the server or media block.
Refer to — Table 1 and — Table 2 for pin-out.

NOTE: The AES3 connectors are NOT network
connections.

5. LAN connections – RJ45, CAT-5E or better.

LAN A – Used for primary Q-LAN connection, required.
LAN B – Used for redundancy.

6. POWER ON / OFF switch

7. IEC CONNECTOR – AC mains power connector

8. Line Inputs (LR) – Standard 3.5mm TRSjack, unbalanced,
stereo, analog, line-input. Used for non-sync sources appropriate
for alternative content, advertising, corporate or live event feeds.

9. MONITOR OUTPUTS – Five-pin, Euro-style connector;
three-pins for Line and two pins for Speaker .
The supplied connectors have an extended tab with holes for
securing the wiring to the connector. Refer to — Figure 6 and the
pin-out label on the rear panel for wiring.

a. LINE – The Line output provides a balanced output at 14 dBu,

via three pins of the Euro-style connector.

b. SPEAKER – Powered output, 10 watts maximum, via two

pins of the Euro-style connector.

TIP: A standard two- or three-terminal plug may be
used if only one output is required.

10. AUTOMATION INPUTS – RJ45, contact closures. The
Automation Inputs can be connected to relay contacts or a switch
(control presets, mute etc). Refer to — Table 3 for the connector
pin-out.

11. RS-232 Serial Communications – Three-pin Euro-style
connector for (Rx), transmit (Tx) and ground pin. Used for third­party control or automation. Refer to — Figure 7 for wiring.

12. HDMI In – DCIO-H
model only. Extracts audio
from incoming HDMI stream and passes
the stream directly to output HDMI port for connection to a
downstream video device. Up to 8 channels of PCM audio are
supported. Additionally, Dolby Digital Plus™ and DTS-HD®
decoders will be automatically applied if those bitstreams are
detected.

13. HDMI Out – DCIO-H model only. See HDMI In.

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Connector Wiring

NO

Mic/Line Input wiring

Balanced

Inputs

Ground

1

H.I. and V.I. wiring

2

1

3

Relay wiring

Not energized

Energized

— Figure 5 —

C

C

Positive

Negative

NO

NC

C

NC

NO

NC

2
3

— Figure 3 —

Line Output to

Amplifier/monitor

MONITOR wiring

Powered Output

to loudspeaker

— Figure 6 —

V.I.

H.I.

— Figure 4 —

RS-232 wiring

— Figure 7 —

— Table 1 —

AES3 INPUTS 1-8

Pin # Description Channel

1 AES Pair 1: +

2 AES Pair 1: -

3 AES Pair 2: + C, Sub

4 AES Pair 3: -

5 AES Pair 3: +

6 AES Pair 2: - C, Sub

7 AES Pair 4: +

8 AES Pair 4: -

L, R

LS, RS

BL, BR

— Table 2 —

AES3 INPUTS 9-16

Pin # Description Channel

1 AES Pair 1: +

2 AES Pair 1: -

3 AES Pair 2: + CH 11-12

4 AES Pair 3: -

5 AES Pair 3: +

6 AES Pair 2: - CH 11-12

7 AES Pair 4: +

8 AES Pair 4: +

CH 9-10

CH 13-14

CH 15-16 (HI,VI)

— Table 3 —

Automation Inputs

(RJ45)

Pin # Description

1 GPI 1

2 GPI 2

3 GPI 3

4 GPI 4

5 GPI 5

6 GPI 6

7 UNUSED

8 Ground

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Front Panel OLED Screens

IP ADDRESS:

NET MASK:

GATEWAY:

LAN A (STATIC)

<IP Address of the DCIO>

<Net Mask of the DCIO >

<Gateway for the DCIO>

DESIGN STATUS

Design Status

• Device – The name of the Core as defined in Q-SYS Designer.

• Design – The name of the currently running design.

• Status –

◦ OK – Audio is good, hardware is good.

◦ Compromised – Audio is good but a redundancy mechanism is

active (one LAN down but the other is still up) or a non-fatal hardware
problem exists.

◦ Fault – Audio is not passing, or hardware is malfunctioning or mis-configured

◦ Missing – A piece of hardware, defined in the design, has not been discovered. Audio is not passing through that piece of hardware.

◦ Initializing – Starting the firmware, configuration update, and the design. Audio is obviously not available during initialization.

◦ Not Present – A virtual component in the design, that is designated as Dynamically Paired, and Not Required, has no hardware assigned to

DEVICE:

DESIGN:

STATUS:

System Status

• Firmware – The version number of the firmware currently installed
on the DCIO.

• Temp – The current chassis temperature of the DCIO.

• Level – The current master level setting -100 dB to +20 dB. Adjust
with front-panel rotary or in Q-SYS Designer.

• Mute – The current master mute status. Controlled by front panel
Mute button or in Q-SYS Designer.

FIRMWARE:

TEMP:

LEVEL:

<temperature in Celsius >

<Device Name>

<Design Name>

<Status>

— Figure 9 —

SYSTEM STATUS

<firmware number>

<Master Level>

— Figure 10 —

LAN A

You can edit this information in the Q-SYS Configurator.

it.

• Static, Auto or No Link – Displays next to LAN A, indicates if the

• IP Address – The IP Address assigned to the Core's LAN A. LAN A is

• Net Mask – The Net Mask assigned to the Core.

• Gateway – The Gateway assigned to the Core.

LAN B

LAN B is used for redundancy, and is not required. The information is the same as LAN A.

device's IP Address is Static, Automatic, or No Link.

the primary Q-LAN connection to the Core, and is required.

— Figure 11 —

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AES 1–8 and AES 9–16 Channel Status

You must have AES 9–16 Enabled in Q-SYS Designer to see channels 9–16.

• Mute – Displays a "muted loudspeaker" when the channel is muted.

• Signal –
the associated channel, an empty circle if there is no signal

Displays a blinking or solid circle when there is a signal present on

.

AES 1–8

Mute

Signal

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HDMI 1–8 Channel Status

• Mute – Displays a "muted loudspeaker" when the channel is muted.

• Signal – Displays a blinking or solid circle when there is a signal present on
the associated channel, an empty circle if there is no signal, and nothing if that
channel doesn't exist in the current stream.

• Bitstream Type – Displays the type of bitstream detected at HDMI input.

• Sample Rate – Displays the sample rate detected at the HDMI Input.

Analog In Channel Status

• Mute – Displays a "muted loudspeaker" when the channel is muted.

• Signal –
the associated channel, an empty circle if there is no signal

• Clip – Displays a solid circle when the input signal is clipping.

• +15V – Displays a solid circle when phantom power is turned on for
the Mic Input.

Displays a blinking or solid circle when there is a signal present on

.

HDMI

Mute

Signal

PCM

Analog In

Mute

Signal

Clip

+15V

Mic

— Figure 12 —

— Figure 13 —

Left Right

— Figure 14 —

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Rb

48kHz

Analog Out Channel Status

• Mute – Displays a "muted loudspeaker" when the channel is muted.

• Signal –
the associated channel, an empty circle if there is no signal

• Clip – Displays a solid circle when the input signal is clipping.

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Displays a blinking or solid circle when there is a signal present on

Analog Out

9

Mute

Signal

Clip

VI

HI

— Figure 15 —

Line

Amp

Dimensions

11.3 in.

288 mm

11.1 in.

284 mm

18.9 in.

481 mm

18.9 in.

481 mm

— Figure 16 —

1.7 in.

44 mm

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Specifications

Specificatiion Value

Dimensions (HxWxD) 1.75 (2 RU) x 19 x 11.2 inches (44 x 483 x 282.5 mm)

Line voltage requirements 100 VAC – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Accessories included 1m UL/CSA line cord, Euro-style connectors for outputs and relay connections

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Level adjust Rotary encoder

Power On indicator Blue LED

Display Monochrome 304x96 blue OLED graphics display

Other Momentary mute button

Mute LED (red)
Screen Navigation (Next) and ID buttons

Rear Panel Connectors

Mic/Line input XLR — Mic (+ phantom power) or line level

Line Input 3.5 mm TRS

H.I./V.I. output 5-pin Euro-style (x1) – common GND

Line/Speaker Outputs Line: 3-pin Euro-style, Speaker: 2-pin Euro-style

Relay outputs 3-pin Euro-style (x4)

AES3/EBU Inputs Ch. 1–16 (RJ45 x2)

Automation Inputs RJ45, RS-232

Dual Gigabit Ethernet Q-LAN ports LAN A, LAN B (RJ45 x2)

HDMI input/output (DCIO-H only) HDMI 2.0, Type A female connectors

Power switch Rocker switch

IEC Power Connector

Audio Performance

A/D conversion 32-bit delta-sigma, 48 kHz

Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+- .5dB)

AES/EBU Digital Inputs (RJ45)

Input stage type Balanced input

Input impedance 110 ohms

Input sample rate 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz or 96 kHz

HDMI Digital Inputs (DCIO-H only)

Bitstream support 8ch PCM, Dolby Digital Plus™ and DTS-HD®

Input sample rate 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz (Dolby Digital Plus™)

All (PCM and DTS-HD®)

Mic/Line Input (XLR)

Input stage type Active balanced input

Input impedance 2.2k Ohms

Max analog input level 26 dBu

Dynamic range (unweighted) > 111 dB

Dynamic range (A-weighted) > 114 dB

THD+N at 10 dB below clip (26dBu sens) < 0.02%

THD+N at 10 dB below clip (21dBu sens) < 0.003%

Input gain 0 to 60dB in 1 dB steps

CMRR typical 2 20 Hz to 20 kHz: > 50dB

EIN < -122 dB

Phantom power voltage 15V

Stereo Line Inputs

Connector 3.5mm TRS mini jack

Input stage type Unbalanced input

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Specificatiion Value

Input impedance (4dBu sens) > 10k Ohms

Max analog input level (4dBu sens) 15 dBu (4.4 Vrms)

Input impedance (-10dBV sens) 2.7k Ohms

Max analog input level (-10dBV sens) 1 dBV (1.2 Vrms)

Headroom (all sens) > 10dB

Dynamic range (unweighted) > 109 dB

Dynamic range (A-weighted) > 112 dB

THD+N at 2 dB below clip < 0.003%

HI/VI Outputs

Connector 5-pin Euro-style with common GND

Output stage type Balanced output

Max output level 18 dBu (adjustable)

Dynamic range (unweighted) > 110 dB

THD+N at 2dB below clip < .009 %

Monitor Output

Connector Euro-style

Output stage type Unbalanced output

Max output level 14 dBu

Dynamic range (unweighted) > 109 dB

THD+N at 2dB below clip < .005 %

Powered Monitor Output

Unbalanced output Euro-style (2 pins)

Max. Output Power 10 W

Other

Relay outputs (4) 3-pin Euro-style

Normally open (NO), normally closed (NC), and common
Max 30 VDC @ 1A

Automation inputs (RJ45 - 6 GPI) Max input voltage 5V (3.3V typical)

TTL compatible dry contact closure

Line voltage 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

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Mailing Address:

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Q-SYS™ Customer Support

QSC, LLC

1675 MacArthur Boulevard

Costa Mesa, CA 92626-1468 U.S.

Main Number: +1.714.754.6175

World Wide Web: www.qsc.com

Q-SYS 24/7 Emergency Support*

Tel: [phone] (U.S./Canada)

Tel: [phone] (non-U.S.)

*Q-SYS 24/7 Support is for Emergency assistance with Q-SYS systems
only. 24/7 support guarantees a call back within 30 min after a
message is left. Please include, Name, Company, Call Back Number
and description of the Q-SYS emergency for prompt call back. If calling
during business hours please use the standard support numbers above.

Sales & Marketing:

Voice: +1.714.957.7100 or toll free (U.S. only) 800.854.4079

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Q-SYS™ Customer Support

Application Engineering and Technical Services

Monday - Friday 7 AM to 5 PM PST (Excludes Holidays)

Tel. [phone] (U.S. only)

Tel. [phone]

Q-SYS Support Email

[e-mail]

(Immediate email response times not guaranteed)

Cinema Support Email

[e-mail]

QSC

Technical Services

1675 MacArthur Blvd.

Costa Mesa, CA 92626 U.S.

Tel: [phone] (U.S. only)

Tel: [phone]

FAX: [phone]

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