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Marani DPA-260A User Manual

Marani DPA-260A
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19"
482mm
DIGITAL
USB
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Marani DPA-260A Specifications

Input and Output IconInput and Output
analog input signalChA ChB Bal Female XLR
maximum input level+20dBu
analog output signalCh Ch Ch Ch Ch Ch Bal Male XLR
maximum output level+20dBu
Digital Processing IconDigital Processing
sampling frequency48kHz
S N110dBA
frequency responseBypass Hz kHz dB
Power and Control IconPower and Control
power supplySwitching Power Supply
remote controlUSB RS 34

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Ventilation, Heat, and Humidity Precautions

Ensure proper airflow, avoid heat sources, and keep the unit dry to prevent damage.

Cleaning, Power Cord, and Overload Safety

Clean with a dry cloth, protect the power cord, and avoid overloading the plug.

Foreign Object Entry and Servicing Safety

Prevent liquids/objects from entering; refer servicing to qualified personnel to avoid shock hazards.

User Manual: Getting Started

Initial Power-On and Operating Modes

Describes initial power-on, model name display, initialization, and factory pre-set working modes.

User Manual: Controls and Navigation

Front Panel Control Elements

Explains the function of encoders (NAV/PAR1, PM2, PM3) and buttons (ENTER, ESC, UTILITY, A/B, 1-6).

Menu Navigation Principles

Introduces the menu hierarchy and navigation methods for accessing device functions.

UTILITY MENU: System and Program Utilities

System Utilities Configuration

Settings for System Setup, Input Routing, Power-On, Delay, Ramps, Software Version.

Program Utilities Management

Allows recalling, saving, and deleting user presets stored in the device memory.

Interface and Security Settings

Configures remote control interface and security features like parameter locking and password protection.

Input Channel Editing: Gain, Delay, EQ

Input Channel Gain and Delay Adjustment

Adjusts input channel levels and delay times for channels A and B.

Input Channel EQ Filter Configuration

Sets up parametric and shelving filters for input channels, including type, frequency, and gain.

Output Channel Editing: Filters and Meters

Output Channel HPF, LPF, and EQ

Sets High Pass, Low Pass, and EQ filters for output channels, including type, frequency, and gain.

Output Channel Vu-Meter and Naming

Configures Vu-meter display, assigns channel names, and adjusts output channel levels.

Output Channel Configuration: X-Over Modes

System Setup for X-Over Modes

Describes system setup for different X-over modes (2x2, 2x3, 6 WAY) and input/output assignments.

UTILITY MENU: Access and Navigation

Menu Access and Scrolling Methods

Explains how to navigate and select options within the UTILITY menu using buttons and encoders.

System Utilities: Mode Selection Details

Details selecting operating modes within the System Utilities sub-menu.

UTILITY MENU: System Setup Options

Input Routing and Power-On Procedure

Configures input signal routing (Analog/Digital) and power-on behavior (Fade-In).

UTILITY MENU: System Settings

Delay Units and Ramps Configuration

Sets measurement units for delay (ms/m) and enables/disables parameter change ramps.

Software Version Information

Displays the current software version running on the DPA-260A unit.

Program Utilities: Preset Management

Recalling and Saving Presets

Instructions for loading, storing, and naming user presets within the device's memory.

Program Utilities: Preset Saving

Saving and Naming Presets

Step-by-step guide for saving edited configurations as named presets.

Program Utilities: Preset Deletion

Deleting Stored Presets

Procedure for selecting and removing unwanted presets from the device's memory.

Interface Utilities: Remote Control Setup

Interface Setup (USB/RS485)

Allows selection of the remote control interface protocol, USB or RS485.

Security Utilities: Parameter Control

Show Parameter and Lock Unit Options

Configures parameter visibility when locked and enables/disables unit locking.

Security Utilities: User Password

Setting and Confirming User Password

Guides the user through entering and confirming a password for device security.

Security Utilities: Password Enable

Enabling and Disabling Password Protection

Activates or deactivates the password protection feature, restricting access to functions.

Input Channel Editing: Gain, Delay, EQ Details

Input Gain, Delay, and Source Assignment

Adjusts input channel levels, delay times, and selects input sources (A/B).

Input Channel EQ Filter Configuration

Sets up parametric and shelving filters for input channels, including type, frequency, and gain.

Input Channel EQ: Filter Types

Bell Filter Settings

Details configuring Bell filters for input channels, including bandwidth, gain, and center frequency.

Low Shelving Filter Setup

Details configuring Low Shelving filters for input channels, including frequency, order, and gain.

Input Channel EQ: Shelving Filter Parameters

Low Shelving Filter Parameter Adjustment

Explains how to adjust parameters like Hi Cut Frequency, Order, and Gain for Low Shelving filters.

Input Channel EQ: High Shelving Filters

High Shelving Filter Parameter Details

Details configuring High Shelving filters, including Lo Cut Frequency, Order, and Gain.

Output Channel Editing: HPF and LPF

Output High Pass Filter (HPF) Setup

Configures HPF for output channels, including frequency, type, and order.

Output Low Pass Filter (LPF) Setup

Configures LPF for output channels, including frequency, type, and order.

Output Channel Editing: LPF Details

Low Pass Filter Shape and Order Selection

Details available shapes and orders for Low Pass filters, selectable via the PM3 encoder.

Output Channel EQ: Filter Configuration

Output Channel EQ Filter Setup

Sets up parametric and shelving filters for output channels, including type, frequency, and gain.

Output Channel EQ: Shelving Filter Details

Low Shelving Filter Parameter Adjustment

Explains how to adjust parameters like Hi Cut Frequency, Order, and Gain for Low Shelving filters.

Output Channel EQ: High Shelving Filters

High Shelving Filter Parameter Details

Details configuring High Shelving filters, including Lo Cut Frequency, Order, and Gain.

Output Vu-Meter and Level Settings

Configures the display on output LED meters to show signal level or limiter activity.

Output Channel Configuration: Name and Source

Assigning Output Channel Names

Allows assigning a 6-character name to each output channel.

Assigning Output Channel Sources

Selects the input source (Input A, Input B, or sum) for each output channel.

Output Channel Configuration: Gain and Limiter

Output Channel Gain Adjustment

Sets the output channels' level from -12dB to +6dB.

Output Channel Limiter Settings

Configures the limiter's attack time, release time, and active threshold.

Output Channel Configuration: Delay and Polarity

Output Channel Delay Time Settings

Sets the delay time for output channels in milliseconds or microseconds.

Output Channel Polarity Settings

Sets the polarity for output channels to Normal or Inverted.

Factory Reset Procedure

Remote Control Protocol: Preset Changing

Preset Changing HEX Commands

Details the HEX commands for recalling presets via USB/RS485 remote control.

Remote Control Protocol: Gain and Volume

Gain and Volume Control HEX Commands

Explains HEX commands for modifying input gain and output volume via remote interfaces.

DPA-260A Technical Specifications