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dbx Zone Pro 641 User Manual

dbx Zone Pro 641
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dbx Zone Pro 641 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Output Channels4
Power Supply100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Feedback SuppressionYes
Control InterfaceRS-232
Input TypeBalanced XLR
Output TypeBalanced XLR
CompressorYes
Remote ControlYes
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/- 0.5dB
Input Impedance10kΩ balanced
Output Impedance120 Ohms balanced
Dimensions19" x 1.75" x 8.5" (483 x 44 x 216 mm)

Summary

Introduction

Product Definition and Features

Defines the dbx ZonePro system, its philosophy, and key features for BGM installations.

Service Contact Information

Details on how to contact dbx customer service for technical support and warranty assistance.

Warranty Details

Information regarding the product warranty, including coverage, limitations, and claims process.

Getting Started

Rear Panel Connections

Description of all connectors and ports located on the rear panel of the ZonePro 640/641 units.

Front Panel Overview

Explains the controls, display, and indicators on the front panels of the ZonePro 640 and 641 models.

Input and Output Connections

Details on connecting input sources and output destinations using various cable types.

PC GUI Installation

Steps and system requirements for installing the ZonePro graphical user interface software.

Software Operation

ZonePro Philosophy and Interface Views

Core concepts of ZonePro system, interface views, and PC software connection procedures.

Configuration and Editing

Setting up system configurations, editing parameters, and working with online/offline modes.

Saving and File Management

Procedures for saving and recalling scenes, managing meters, and saving system configuration files.

System Setup

System Setup Overview

Introduction to the system setup process, including configuration, editing, and saving procedures.

Configuration Wizard

Menu-driven process to configure inputs, outputs, zone controllers, and front panel settings for the ZonePro.

Scene Wizard

Tool to set up various scenes, allowing menu-based decision trees for quick scene configuration.

Schedule Wizard

Enables pre-determined scene changes based on time of day or day of week for automated operation.

Detailed Parameters

Input Parameters

Adjusting input gain, high-pass filters, and applying parametric EQ to input signals.

Automatic Gain Control (AGC)

Maintaining constant signal levels using AGC with parameters for target, threshold, and gain.

Notch Filters

Using notch filters to eliminate undesirable frequencies from the input signal for feedback control.

Compressor

Dedicated compression module parameters to control signal dynamics and tighten sound sources.

Noise Gate

Configuring the noise gate module to attenuate unwanted background noise below a set threshold.

De-Esser

Adjusting the de-Esser module to remove unwanted vocal sibilance and improve clarity.

Advanced Feedback Suppression (AFS)

Utilizing the AFS module to automatically detect and eliminate feedback frequencies.

Router and Ducking

Managing sources, priority overrides, and paging with ducking for zone audio routing.

Auto Warmth

Module for compensating bass loss at low signal levels based on Fletcher-Munson curves.

Bandpass Filter/Crossover (BPF)

Configuring bandpass filters and crossovers with selectable slopes and frequencies for audio routing.

Output EQ and Dynamics

Applying parametric EQ and dynamic processing (Compression, Limiting, AGC) to output channels.

Delay and Polarity

Setting audio delay times and selecting polarity for output signals.

Application Guide

Retail Install Example

Example setup for a retail environment, detailing connections and configuration notes for zoning.

Restaurant/Bar Install Example

Application example for restaurants and bars, showing system setup and zone controller usage.

Health Club Install Example

Illustrates a health club setup, covering audio routing and zoning for aerobics, weight rooms, and lockers.

Night Club Install Example

Application example for a nightclub, showing audio distribution and zone control for various areas.

Appendix

Factory Reset and Flash Update

Procedures for performing factory resets and updating the unit's firmware via flash download.

Technical Specifications

Technical specifications for the ZonePro 640/641, including electrical, physical, and performance data.

Block Diagram

Visual representation of the ZonePro 640/641 internal signal flow and component connections.

Link Input/Output

Explanation of the Link I/O connectors for daisy-chaining units and passing program material between devices.

Zone Controller Wiring and Installation

Guidelines for wiring and installing Zone Controllers (ZC series) with the ZonePro system.

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