TECNARE DP Series, DP-2696 Operation Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFE INSTRUCTIONS

Before using the device, be sure to carefully read the Safe Instructions. Keep this document with the device all time.

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 dry cloth.

15 Use the mains plug to disconnect the device

from mains.

16 WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire of

electric shock, do not expose this device to
rain or moisture.

17 Do not expose this equipment to dripping or

splashing and ensure that no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, are placed on
the equipment.

7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install

in accordance with Exel Acoustic's
instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

9 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 had 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.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.

11 Only use attachments / accessories

specified by the manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, tripod, bracket or

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

18 The mains plug of the power supply cord

shall remain readily operable.

19 Do not connect the unit’s output to any other

voltage source, such as battery, mains
source, or power supply, regardless of
whether the unit is turned on or off.

20 Do not remove the top (or bottom) cover.

Removal of the cover will expose hazardous
voltages. There are no user s erviceable part
inside and removal may void warranty.

21 If the equipment is used in a manner not

specified by the Exel Acoustic, the protection
by the equipment may be impaired.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning

storms or when unused for long periods of
time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service

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

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Dangerous voltages; risk of

electrical shock

Pour indiquer les risques

resultant de tensions

dangereuses

Warnung vor gefährlicher

elektrischer Spannung

Presencia de voltajes

peligrosos

Important operating

instructions

Pour indequer important

Instructions

Wichtige Betriebsanweisung

oder Gebrauchsanleitung

sanleitung

Importantes instrucciones

operativas

Frame or chassis Protective earth ground

Masse, chassis Terre de protection

Rahmen oder Gehäuse Masse Schutzleiter

Masa o chasis Puesta a tierra

SAFETY WARNING

Permanent disconnection from the mains supply is to be achieved by removing the supplied
cord connector from the back of the unit.

Do not remove any covers, loosen any fixings or allow items to enter any aperture.

Objects filled with liquids should not be placed on this apparatus.

Replace the mains fuse only with a fuse of the same type

The rear of the product may get hot. Avoid direct skin contact during operation and for at least 5
minutes after power has been isolated.

AVERTISSEMENT DE SECURITE

Pour déconnecter l'appareil de l'alimentation principale de façon permanente, débranchez le
connecteur du câble fourni à l'arrière de l'appareil.

Ne retirez pas les couvercles, ne desserrez pas les fixations et ne laissez aucune pièce
s'introduire dans les ouvertures.

Ne placez pas d'objets contenant du liquide à proximité de l'appareil.

Ne remplacez le fusible de réseau principal que par un fusible du même type.

Le radiateur arrière de cet appareil devient chaud. Evitez tout contact direct avec la peau
pendant le fonctionnement et au moins 5 minutes après la mise hors tension de l'appareil.

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PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

Para la desconexión permanente de la red eléctrica es necesaria la desconexión del cable
suministrado de la parte posterior de la unidad

No retire ninguna cubierta ni afloje tornillos. No permita que entre nada en el interior del
dispositivo.

No coloque sobre él objetos que contengan líquidos ni lo exponga a la lluvia o humedad.

Reemplazar el fusible principal sólo por un fusible del mismo tipo.

La parte posterior del dispositivo puede calentarse. Evite el contacto directo con la piel durante
el funcionamiento del dispositivo y durante, al menos, 5 minutos después de la desconexión
eléctrica.

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STANDARDS

FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE

This product complies with both the LVD (electrical safety) 73/23/EEC and EMC
(electromagnetic compatibility) 89/336/EEC directives issues by the commission
of the European community.

Compliance with these directives implies conformity with the following European standards:

EN60065 Product safety
EN55103-1 EMC emissions
EN55103-2 EMC immunity

This product is intended for the following electromagnetic environments: E1, E2; E3 & E4.

FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE USA

This product has been tested for electrical safety and complies with:
UL60065 7th edition

FOR CUSTOMERS IN CANADA

This product has been tested for electrical safety and complies with:
CA /CSA C22.2 No.60065-03

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH CANADIAN ICES-003

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION NOTICE

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 in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to 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 television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

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

is connected.

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

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been designed 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.

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DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

EXEL ACOUSTICS SL

CL Encinar, 282. Polígono Industrial Monte Boyal. 45950 –
Casarrubios del Monte (Toledo), España (Spain).

Declara que el producto DP-2696 y sus respectivas opciones,
cumple con la parte 15 de las reglas de la FCC.

Declare under our sole responsibility that devices in the DP-Series
range of products, comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

La operación está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones

(1) Este dispositivo no puede causar interferencias perjudiciales y
(2) este dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia recibida,

incluidas las interferencias que puedan provocar un
funcionamiento no deseado.

Operation is subject to the following 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 operation.

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Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFE INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................................2

DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD.....................................................................................6

1 Welcome.........................................................................................................................8

1.1 Thanks and unpacking .............................................................................................8

1.2 Unpacking................................................................................................................8

2 Quick reference guide...................................................................................................9

3 Introduction and key features...................................................................................12

3.1 Introducction .......................................................................................................... 12

3.2 Key Features..........................................................................................................13

4 The User Guide............................................................................................................14

4.1 Front panel.............................................................................................................14

4.2 Rear panel .............................................................................................................16

5 Operation......................................................................................................................17

5.1 Starting up the unit .................................................................................................17

5.2 Selecting a Factory Preset......................................................................................17

5.3 Creating a Crossover.............................................................................................. 18

5.4 Navigation and Viewing Parameters .......................................................................18

5.5 Presets...................................................................................................................19

6 DSP Processing Layout ..................................................................................................20

6.1 Stereo / Mono Formats ........................................................................................... 21

6.2 DSP Processing – Input Channels..........................................................................21

6.3 Output Channels ....................................................................................................23

6.4 Utilities ................................................................................................................... 26

7 Technical Specification ...............................................................................................27

8 EQ and Filter Response Graphs.................................................................................29

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1 Welcome

1.1 Thanks and unpacking

Thank you for choosing a Tecnare® DP-2696 Digital Loudspeaker Controller for your
application. We are confident that you will be pleased with the performance, unique features,
configuration flexibility, reliability, and long-term durability offered by this product.

Please spare a little time to study the contents of this manual, so that you obtain the best
possible performance from this unit. Control and editing features are accessible via the front
panel interface or via the included Podware software.

All Tecnare® products are carefully engineered for world-class performance and reliability.

If you would like further information about this or any other Tecnare® product, please
contact us. We look forward to helping you in the near future.

Information and specifications are subject to change. Updates and supplementary
information are available on the Tecnare® website:

http://www.tecnare.com

Tecnare Technical Support is available at:

 (T): [phone] - [phone]

 (e-mail): [e-mail]

Thank you again for placing your confidence in Tecnare® products.

1.2 Unpacking

After unpacking the unit please check carefully for any damage to the device or the supplied
accessories. Every Tecnare product is tested and inspected before leaving the factory and
should arrive in perfect condition. If damage is found, please notify the carrier concerned at
once. You, the consignee, must instigate any claim. Please retain all packaging in case of future
re-shipment.

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Display

The LCD displays preset and parameter information. The default screen is shown after start up

and displays the number and name of the current preset on the lower line of text. When

navigating around the adjustable parameters, other information is shown.

Channel Select Buttons

The currently selected input or output channel is shown in the top left corner of the display.

Pressing the channel select buttons scrolls through the available inputs and outputs. If operating

stereo linked the channel pair is shown. For example ‘CH A+B’ means both input A and B

parameters.

Edit Select Buttons

The name of the edit parameter page is displayed in the bottom left portion of the LCD.

Pressing the edit select buttons moves through the available parameter pages for the current

input or output.

Parameter Knobs

Up to three parameters are shown on the display. The parameter name is shown with its’

current value below. Where appropriate, parameters are grouped according to function. For

example the parametric equalisation page shows centre frequency, width and gain. Turning a

parameter knob clockwise will increase the value of a parameter, turning anti-clockwise will

decrease it. Turning a knob rapidly will cause the action to ‘accelerate’, so the value changes

more rapidly.

Mute Buttons

The indicators next to the mute buttons indicate their current status. Pressing a mute button

toggles between the mute on and off.

Store Button

The unit has 45 preset locations. To store a preset in a location, press the store button and use

the parameter knobs to select the preset location and name the preset. Pressing the store

button again completes the task. Pressing any button other than store during the process

cancels the procedure.

Recall Button

To recall a preset, press the recall button and use parameter knob A to select the required

preset. Pressing the recall button again will activate the preset. You will then be asked to

confirm by pressing recall once more. As with the store function, pressing any button other will

cancel the process.

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Limiter Settings

In order to offer the maximum of protection, some factory presets of the DP2696 can be entered

with the fixed limiting device with 0 dBu, limiting the power to approximately 30 W in 8. It is then

essential to set the threshold according to your devices.

To do it :

▪ with the front panel buttons

– Use "CH" button to go to the selected output
– Use the "Parameter" button to go to the Threshold parameter
– Adjust with the parameter knob.

▪ with dedicated software

- Go to panel control of DP2696 (Device then Add Device Panel, select
DP2696, press enter)

- Open selected "Output" window (1 to 6)

- Setting Threshold is located at the bottom right and can be adjusted
from - 40 to +20 dBu The following table expresses the threshold
corresponding to the nominal output power provided by the amplifier.
Values for a standard gain of 26 dB

Level in dBu Power under 8 Ω Power under 4 Ω

0 30W 60W
+1 38W 76W
+2 48W 96W
+3 60W 120W
+4 75W 150W
+5 95W 190W
+6 120W 240W
+7 150W 300W
+8 190W 380W
+9 240W 480W

+10 300W 600W
+11 380W 760W
+12 480W 960W
+13 600W 1200W
+14 760W 1520W
+15 960W 1920W
+16 1200W 2400W
+17 1520W 3040W
+18 1920W 3840W

Assignment of the input signals towards output signals

▪ with the front panel buttons

Limiter threshold : threshold (dBu) = 20 log (sqrt [Power (W ) x Impedance (Ω)]/0,775) ­amplifier gain (dBu). Also see Tecnare Technical paper.

- Use "CH" button to go to the selected output

- Use the Parameter button to go to the "source" function.

- Choose source with the first knob which offers possibility between the
Inp_A, Inp_B & Sum_A+B

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