Dolby Laboratories DMA 8

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Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

Regulatory Notices

Covers FCC, Canada, UL, and UK compliance standards and safety warnings.

Chapter 2 Installation

Unpacking and Equipment Requirements

Instructions for unpacking the DMA8 and listing necessary equipment for installation.

Mounting, Grounding, and Fuse Information

Guidelines for proper mounting, grounding, and fuse details for the DMA8 unit.

Digital Audio Sources and Interface Standards

Lists compatible digital audio sources and interface standards like AES/EBU, AES3, and S/PDIF.

Connections Overview

Overview of connecting the DMA8 to other equipment and system components.

Serial Control and Data Ports

Explains RS-232 serial control and Serial Data In/Out ports for system control and functions.

Wiring Diagrams

Provides visual guides for connecting the DMA8 to various cinema processors.

Chapter 3 Setup

Setup Software Overview

Describes the DMA8 setup software and its capabilities for device configuration.

Running the DMA8 Setup Process

Guide to establishing a PC connection and running the DMA8 setup software.

Main Screen Functionality

Overview of the DMA8 remote main screen for monitoring and troubleshooting operations.

Changing DMA8 Configuration Settings

Explains how to adjust digital inputs, processor settings, and surround delay.

Advanced Miscellaneous Settings

Details advanced settings like Global Audio Delay, PCM decoding, and Dialogue Normalization.

Channel Assignments and Program Selection

Configuration of audio channel assignments and SDI audio stream selection.

Viewing Event and Error Logs

Instructions for viewing Event and Error Logs for system status and troubleshooting.

Updating DMA8 Software Firmware

Guide to updating the DMA8 firmware using the setup software.

Chapter 4 Operation

Front-Panel Switches

Explains the function of the front-panel Film and Digital Media switches.

Power and Self-Test Procedures

Describes the power switch, power-on mode, and the five-second self-test sequence.

Surround Delay Adjustment

Details setting the surround delay for auditorium acoustics via setup software.

Chapter 5 Technical Reference

DMA8 Specifications Overview

Lists comprehensive specifications including inputs, outputs, power, dimensions, and regulatory compliance.

DMA8 Repair and Serial Command Set

Information on DMA8 repair procedures and available ASCII commands for serial port control.

Rear-Panel Connector Descriptions

Lists and describes the rear-panel connectors and their types on the DMA8.

Digital Media Automation Connector Pinout

Details the pinout and function of the Digital Media Automation DB-9 connector.

Analog Audio In;Out Connector Pinout

Provides the pinout for the Analog Audio In/Out connector for DA20 and CP connections.

4 x AES In Connector Pinout

Details the pinout for the 4x AES In connector, used for eight-channel PCM audio inputs.

Serial Ports and Automation Connectors Pinouts

Provides pinouts for serial ports (RS-232) and CP/DA control automation connectors.

CP55 Automation Connection Details

Shows automation connection pin assignments for CP55 with specific modules.