DAPAudio DCP-24 MKII - User Manual

DCP-24 MKII Digital Cross Over
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands
Product code: D2083
USER MANUAL
ENGLISH
V2

Summary

Preface

Introduction

Before Using the Product

Instructions before installing, operating, or servicing the product.

Intended Use

Defines the device's professional use as a digital crossover for indoor installation.

Text Conventions

Explains text formatting like bolding for buttons and references.

Symbols and Signal Words

Explains safety signs and signal words used in the manual.

Symbols on the Information Label

Describes symbols found on the device's information label.

Safety

Warnings and Safety Instructions

Details DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and ATTENTION safety notices.

Requirements for the User

Outlines user responsibilities for installation, maintenance, and operation.

Description of the Device

Front View

Identifies and describes the controls and indicators on the front panel.

Back View

Identifies and describes the connectors and ports on the back panel.

Product Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications for electrical, audio, software, and physical aspects.

Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions of the device, including rack mounting size.

Installation

Safety Instructions for Installation

Safety precautions related to installing the device, including ventilation.

Installation Site Requirements

Specifies conditions for the installation location, such as temperature and humidity.

Rack Mounting

Details the procedure for mounting the device in a standard 19-inch rack.

Setup

Warnings and Precautions

Important safety warnings and precautions before connecting and powering the device.

Connecting Devices

Step-by-step guide for connecting the device to speakers, mixers, and PCs.

Setup with Passive Speakers

Illustrates the connection setup for passive speakers.

Setup with Active Speakers

Illustrates the connection setup for active speakers.

Connecting to Power Supply

Instructions for safely connecting the device to the power adapter and supply.

Software Installation

Step-by-step guide for downloading and installing the DSPControl software.

Operation

Safety Instructions for Operation

Safety guidelines specific to operating the device.

Main Menu Options

Overview of actions available in the main menu.

Routing

How to adjust the device's input/output routing settings.

Load

Procedure for loading saved presets.

Save

Steps for saving custom presets with names.

Access Level

How to set a password to lock or unlock the menu.

Locking the Menu

Instructions to set a password and lock the device menu.

Unlocking the Menu

Steps to unlock the device menu by entering the password.

Version Info

How to view software, firmware, and hardware version information.

Channel Setup

Guides on adjusting various audio parameters for each channel.

Gain

How to adjust the input and output channel gain levels.

Low-pass Filter

How to set the frequency, type, and enable/disable the low-pass filter.

High-pass Filter

How to set the frequency, type, and enable/disable the high-pass filter.

PEQ (Parametric Equalizer)

How to set parametric EQ frequency, Q, gain, and filter type.

Compressor

How to set compressor threshold, attack, hold, release, ratio, and gain.

Limiter

How to set the limiter threshold and release.

Link

How to link/unlink channels for synchronized adjustments.

Mixer

How to adjust input mix volumes for output channels.

Delay

How to set the delay time and measurement unit.

Phase

How to select the signal phase mode (Normal/Inverted).

Software Operation

Menu Bar

Overview of the main menu tabs (File, Tools, Help).

File Tab

Functions for creating, opening, saving projects, and quitting the software.

Tools Tab

Functions for password, groups, language, DPI, demo mode, and updates.

Set Software Password

How to set a software protection password for startup.

Enter Password for all Units

Setting a password for all connected devices.

New Group

Creating and managing groups of network-compatible speakers.

Open Group

Opening existing groups for configuration or management.

Language

Selecting the user interface language.

Use High DPI Display

Option to use scaled or high DPI display settings.

Enter Demo Mode

Testing software and creating presets without connected hardware.

Enable Update

Procedure for enabling software or firmware updates.

Help Tab

Accessing support information and firmware details.

Channel Control Panel

Channel Control Panel Menu Bar

Menu bar within the channel control panel (File, Edit, Hardware, Help).

File Tab

File operations like opening, saving, and backing up presets.

Edit Tab

Copying/pasting settings, managing snapshots, and setting limiter units.

Hardware Tab

Adjusting access settings, locking units, and setting PIN codes.

Help Tab

Accessing help information for the control panel.

Main Panel

Overview and adjustment of input/output channel settings in the main panel.

In A;In B Panels

Detailed view and adjustment of input channels A and B settings.

Out 1-4;1-6 Panels

Detailed view and adjustment of output channels 1-4/1-6 settings.

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Safety Instructions for Maintenance

Safety warnings related to performing maintenance on the device.

Preventive Maintenance

Guidelines for regular checks and visual inspection of the device.

Basic Cleaning Instructions

Step-by-step instructions for cleaning the device safely.

Corrective Maintenance

Information on when to seek professional help for repairs.

Deinstallation, Transportation and Storage

Disposal

Instructions for the correct and environmentally friendly disposal of the product.

Approval

Mentions CE and UK CA compliance marks and where to find declarations.

DAPAudio DCP-24 MKII Specifications

General

Brand	DAPAudio
Model	DCP-24 MKII
Category	Crossover
Language	English