DriveRack 220i - HARMAN Professional
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1. dbi 0 D 3 dbx dbx ZC BOB ZC ZC 2 ZC 3 ZC 4 0 2 Service Contact Info If you require technical support contact dbx Customer Service Be prepared to accurately describe the problem Know the serial number of your unit this is printed on a sticker attached to the top panel If you have not already taken the time to fill out your warranty registration card and send it in please do so now Before you return a product to the factory for service we recommend you refer to the manual Make sure you have correctly followed installation steps and operation procedures If you are still unable to solve a problem contact our Customer Service Department at 801 568 7660 for consultation If you need to return a product to the factory for service you MUST contact Customer Service to obtain a Return Authorization Number No returned products will be accepted at the factory without a Return Authorization Number Please refer to the Warranty information on the following page which extends to the first end user After expiration of the warranty a reasonable charge will be made for parts labor and packing if you choose to use the factory service facility In all cases you are responsible for transportation charges to the factory dbx will pay return shipping if the unit is still2. 18 3 4 Automatic Gain Control AGC 20 SNL Mg Fm 21 Sr LM BuU 22 Oi COMM OOE RT 22 br Rao o eet 24 25 26 26 oy com tr prr ND 28 E E T 28 DX CEN 30 ou IP EA 30 3 16 31 Table of Contents DriveRack User Manual Utilities 4 1 Program List Program Change ss 34 LM LOC Io 34 dos Pront Panel 36 Application Guide 5 1 pn Od 38 5 2 Stereo Dual Mono System Processing 39 40 NIV II eee re eee 41 Appendix A 1 Factory Reset Flash Update 44 22 15 CHIC AMO NIB E E 45 PO 46 E EEEE 47 A5 Gan and Relay 48 Tips Tricks and Troubleshooting iere terere 49 Zone Controller Wiring and Install 50 dbx by HARMAN Introduction by HARMAN 2 Congratulations on your purchase of the dbx 220i The dbx 220i processor was designed to provide Installers with programmable system processing along with dbx s Advanced Feedback Suppression AFS algorithm for superior syst
3. 60Hz D D Diagram C ID 3 ID 6 12 WATTS ZONE CHANNEL 2 CONTROLLER bx PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS A HARMAN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY SALT LAKE CITY UTAH MADE IN USA MODEL DRIVERACK 220i CONNECT ONLY ZONE CONTROLLER B a B CONNECT ZONE CONTROLLER INPUT B B B R45 D D INPUT 100V 50 60Hz 120V v 60Hz 0 2 1 amp 45 dbx PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS DriveRackZC BOB ZoneControlle BreakOutBox dbx DriveRack User Manual 5 by HARMAN Diagram Co Zone Controller Cable Specifications Cat 5 Cable 4 Twisted Pairs of 24 AWG Wire 568B Standard RJ 45 8 Position 1 2 3 4 Ui RJ 45 8 Position 1 Voltage Reference White Orange Orange White Green Blue White Blue Green White Brown 8 Brown 55 Ce 80 1342 Py zm 2 Controller 1 f 3 Controller2 lt s Controller3 5 Controller4 6 lt Controller5 lt 7 Controller 6 8 Ground gt
4. 20kHz 0 5dB gt 110dB 120dB typical gt 80dB 0 6 msec 100 VAC 50 60 120 VAC 60Hz 230VAC 50 60Hz 12 Watts 5 5 1 5 2 5 kg Shipping weight 7 Ibs 3 18 kg 1 75 5 75 D x 19 W DriveRack User Manual 45 46 A 3 Program List Factory Program List Stereo amp AFS Designed for Stereo systems Two Mics Processing for two separate microphones 2 3 4 Mic Mix Processing and mixing two microphones together Page 2 Zones With a microphone in ch 1 and music in ch 2 this will send both music and page announcements to both outputs Restaurant With a setup similar to 4 the music is sent to both outputs but the paging only occurs in output 2 Lobby Auto Dealer Similar to programs 4 and 5 but the music is only sent to the output 2 Showroom while paging is sent to both outputs Room Comb 1 This program is the first of two that allows room combining In this program the rooms are separate Room Comb 2 This program is the second of two programs that provide room combining This program combines the two rooms with inputs from either room being sent to both rooms 9 Crossover This program uses input 1 as the source for a bi amp crossover at 100 Hz Mix amp XOver Like program 9 this program provides crossover functions with the addition of mixing together inputs 1 and 2 Programs 11 20 are duplicates of these first 10
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6. Load Program Ma Change Ld Ma Change Ut Stereo amp AFS Twa flies L3 Mic helix Page 2 Zones Restaurant Auto Dealer Ur Room Comb 1 Ug Room Comb 2 LI3 Crossover dbx 4 DriveRack User Manual 35 Section 4 Utilities 4 3 Front Panel Lockout The Utility menu of the 2201 also offers the option of performing a front panel lockout This is the perfect security deterrent for unwanted editing Open the utility menu by selecting Edit on the Menu Bar and then clicking on Utilities Select the tab labeled Misc and select Front Panel Lockout Mode You can then choose between a complete Front Panel Lockout Front Panel Lockout with Filter Clearing ot Unlocked Device Utilities for DriveRack 2201 l Program List Zones Misc Front Panel Lock Out Mlade Unlacked T Unlocked Locked with amp F Live Filter Clear Locked without AFS Live Filter Clear 36 DriveRack User Manual dbx Application Guide dbx by HARMAN section 9 Application Guide This Application guide section is provided to offer suggested installation applications of the DriveRack units that will allow you to optimize peak performance of the units Note that the four included applications represent the extensive flexibility of the DriveRack units These applications be used verbatim or as sample reference guide templates for designing countless audio applic
7. by HARMAN System Processor with Advanced Feedhack Suppression 220 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK ATTENTION nisouEDECHOCELECTRIQUE NEPASOUVRIR WARNING torepucETHERISKOFFIREORELECTRIC SHOCKDONOTEXPOSETHISEQUIPMENTTORAINORMOISTURE The symbols shown above are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products The lightning flash with arrowpoint in an equilateral triangle means that there are dangerous voltages present within the unit The exclamation point in an equilateral triangle indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the owner s manual These symbols warn that there are no user serviceable parts inside the unit Do not open the unit Do not attempt to service the unit yourself Refer all servicing to qualitied personnel Opening the chassis for any reason will void the manutacturer s warranty Do not get the unit wet If liquid is spilled on the unit shut it off immediately and take it to a dealer for service Disconnect the unit during storms to prevent damage SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IF YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER CORD WARNING THIS APPLIANCE SHALL BE CONNECTED A MAINS SOCKET OUTLET WITH A PROTECTIVE EARTHING CONNECTION THE CORES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE GREEN AND YELLOW EARTH BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE AS COLOURS OF THE CORES IN THE MAINS LEAD OF
8. dbx DriveRack User Manual S HARMAN 4 Block Diagram Inputs Input gt Mic Gain 30 60dB Mic Signal Clip TYPE IV Power Down Relay Bypass CLIP Detect Up di Down o DriveRack 220i Block Diagram Input meter Output meter Micro Processor Programmable Logic H DHE Front RS 232 Rear RS 232 Seven Segment Display XX Bypass 50 Channel Threshold XX Channel 2 threshold XX Outputs 47 DriveRack User Manual dbx by HARMAN A 5 Gain and Relay Jumpers CAUTION These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Disconnect mains power before servicing The 2201 DriveRack gives you the option of changing the input gain level settings There are 2 hardware configurable gain settings They are 4 dBu 10 dBV For these cases use the following procedure to change the gain level settings Please be advised however that once the gain level has been changed from the factory settings the output meters will no longer be calibrated correctly You can configure the unit to pass audio when it is not powered up Please refer to the information below You can also configure the
9. 10 dBu Overshoot 4 dB Attack 1 8 ms Hold 10 ms Release 64 dBims OK Cancel Limiter On Off Turns the Limiter module on and off 28 DriveRack User Manual dbx OverEasy Off to 10 There are ten levels of OverEasy that can be used for the limiters The point when the compressor starts to compress is the knee When the compressor starts to reduce the level of a signal abruptly as it passes over the threshold this is called hard knee compression OverEasy soft knee as it is sometimes called is when the volume of the sound is compressed gradually OverEasy compression starts to compress before the level of the signal reaches the threshold and reaches full compression after the level has gone above the threshold This OverEasy compression by its very nature sounds much smoother and more natural and will be used for most applications When it is gentle natural sounding ot light compression that you are looking for the compressor offers VariKnee M VariKnee gives you ten levels of OverEasy compression to choose from 1 being almost hard knee and 10 being the most OverEasy This lets you choose the exact knee that is needed for the dynamic effect you are looking fot Threshold T 40 to 20dBu Threshold is the signal level at which the unit starts to compress the signal If the level is set to 10 dBu any signal larger than 10 dBu is compressed while any signal that has a level that 1
10. Program dwp You can also save the DriveRack device file dwd difference between the device file and the program file is the device file saves all the utility information in addition to the program information To import a program from the computer select File on the Menu Bar and click on Open then select the file you would like to import to the DriveRack unit LT 00 File Edit Insert Help New Open Venue Save Cti S Open Device Save Venue As Import Program Connect to Network Disconnect from Network Preferences Print System Control Configuration 2 2 0 MIX EG INS INS MIX FILT EQ DYN DLY OU 1Sangdang Church DefaultProgt 2 Stones A stage 3 Club BLU 4 Jordan Hall Exit Network Master not Detected dbx DriveRack User Manual section 2 Software Operation The DriveRack 2201 utilities can be entered by clicking on Edit on the Menu Bar and selecting Utilities Device Utilities for DriveRack 220i x Program List Zones Misc Program List Size Program Change Mode e Normal DefaultProgt DefaultProg2 DefaultProg3 DefaultProg4 DefaultProg5 DefaultProg6 DefaultProg DefaultProg3 DefaultProg3 DefaultProgA Ut DefaultPragt om Co P 2 12 Online Offline The DriveWare GUI provides a mechanism for creating programs while not physically connected to the DriveRack u
11. THIS APPLIANCE MAY NOT CORRESPOND WITH THE COLOURED MARKINGS IDENTIFYING THE TERMINALS IN YOUR PLUG PROCEED AS FOLLOWS e CORE WHICH IS COLOURED GREEN AND YELLOW MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE TERMINAL IN THE PLUG MARKED WITH THE LETTER E OR WITH THE EARTH SYMBOL COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW e THE CORE WHICH IS COLOURED BLUE MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE TERMINAL MARKED N OR COLOURED BLACK e THE CORE WHICH IS COLOURED BROWN MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE TERMINAL MARKED L OR COLOURED RED THIS EQUIPMENT MAY REQUIRE THE USE OF A DIFFERENT LINE CORD ATTACHMENT PLUG OR BOTH DEPENDING ON THE AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE AT INSTALLATION IF THE ATTACHMENT PLUG NEEDS TO BE CHANGED REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WHO SHOULD REFER 10 THE TABLE BELOW THE GREEN YELLOW WIRE SHALL BE CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO THE UNITS CHASSIS CONDUCTOR WIRE COLOR Normal LIVE BROWN BLACK NEUTRAL BLUE WHITE EARTH GND GREEN YEL GREEN WARNING THE GROUND IS DEFEATED CERTAIN FAULT CONDITIONS IN THE UNIT OR IN THE SYSTEM TO WHICH IT IS CONNECTED CAN RESULT IN FULL LINE VOLTAGE BETWEEN CHASSIS AND EARTH GROUND SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH CAN THEN RESULT IF THE CHASSIS AND EARTH GROUND ARE TOUCHED SIMULTANEOUSLY WARNING FOR YOUR PROTECTION READ THE FOLLOWING KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS HEED ALL WARNINGS FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS the apparatus shall not be exposed 10 dripping or splashing liquid and no object filled with liquid such as vases sh
12. to adjust the level of any one of the 28 bands of the GEQ in 5 dB increments Drive Rack 220i PRE PEQ In 1 Out 72 E 20 25 31 5 40 50 63 0 100 125 160 200 250 315 400 500 630 800 1 25 1 6 X 3 15 SK 6 3K IDK 12 5 20K 1 EQOn Bands Band Fe NC 443 kHz G 8 400 10 5 dB EQ On Off Turns the PEQ on and off Flat Set Undo This parameter either flattens set restores undo all bands to their original settings Band Frequency 20 to 20kHz Low Shelf Selects the frequency of the low pass shelf parametric EQ Slope 3 I12dB Octave Sets the slope of the low shelf parametric EC Level 12 to I2 dB Sets the overall gain of the shelf EQ Band 2 8 Frequency 20 to 20k Selects the frequency of the selected band of the parametric EQ dbx SHARVAN DriveRack User Manual 7 Section 3 8 Detailed Parameters Q 2 8 0 105 to 16 0 Q is adjustable from 0 105 to 16 000 Level 2 8 12 to 12 dB Sets the overall level of the selected parametric EQ frequency Band 9 Frequency 20 to 20k High Shelf Selects the frequency of the high shelf parametric EQ Slope 9 3 I2dB Octave Sets the slope of the high shelf parametric EQ Level 9 12 to 12 dB Sets the overall gain of the high shelf parametric 3 3 Advanced Feedback Suppression 2201 offers the exclusive patent pending A
13. under warranty Use the original packing material if it is available Mark the package with the name of the shipper and with these words in red DELICATE INSTRUMENT FRAGILE Insure the package properly Ship prepaid not collect Do not ship parcel post dbx SHARVAN DriveRack User Manual 3 4 0 3 Warranty 1 The warranty registration card that accompanies this product must be mailed within 30 days after purchase date to validate this warranty You can also register online at www dbxpto com Proof of purchase is considered to be the responsibility of the consumer A copy of the original purchase receipt must be provided for any warranty setvice 2 dbx warrants this product when purchased new from an authorized U S dbx dealer and used solely within the U S to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service This warranty 1s valid to the original purchaser only and 1s non transferable gt dbx liability under this warranty 15 limited to repairing or at our discretion replacing defective materials that show evidence of defect provided the product is returned to dbx WITH RETURN AUTHORIZATION from the factory where all parts and labor will be covered up to a petiod of two years Return Authorization number must first be obtained from dbx company shall not be liable for any consequential damage as a result of the product s use in any circuit or assembly 4 dbx reserves the righ
14. unit to not pass audio when the power is off Relay Bypass the normal mode is Relay bypass To change the the gain level or relay jumpers move the jumpers to the desired settings First make sure that the unit has been shut off and unplugged prior to opening the unit 2 Ground yourself prior to opening the 2201 chassis to prevent ESD damage 3 Open the chassis by removing 4 screws on each side of the chassis as well as the top center allen screw located on the front panel 4 Locate the jumper block shown in the illustration below 4dBu 10dBv Audio Bypassed 44dBu B 10dBv eS Audio Not Bypassed Input Ouput Bypass Jumpers Jumpers Levels Jumper Locations nput and Output jumpers ate located at P4 P8 and P6 for Channel 1 and at P5 P9 and P13 for Channel 2 Bypass Jumpers located at P7 for Channel 1 and P12 for Channel 2 NOTE There are two jumper blocks per input and one jumper block per output 48 DriveRack User Manual dbx Tips Tricks and Troubleshooting Speaker Tunings Various Speaker Tunings are available for some of the different DriveRack units on the DriveRack 480 units speaker tunings can be downloaded from the website whereas on the DriveRack 260 the speaker tunings are found in the Wizard function Since they are not all available for the same platforms there is a mechanism to replicate these tunings from one DriveRack type to the next Open the platform that has the
15. used is moved or the characteristics of the venue change over time This feature removes unnecessary filters from the spectrum to increase sonic quality Virtual Highpass 0 00 410 1Hz This parameter sets a highpass filter in the path of the AFS detector There may be occasions where the AFS algorithm is removing too much low end because it is being triggered by Synthesizer or Bass notes that are not really feedback This parameter provides a mechanism to make the AFS algorithm less sensitive to low frequency thereby setting fewer filters in the bass region dbx DriveRack User Manual 19 Section 3 Detailed Parameters Sensitivity 20 20dB The AFS algorithm is very effective when the audio has nominal level of 0 dBu however if the audio is too low in level the AFS algorithm may not catch feedback as quickly as possible By increasing or decreasing the sensitivity you can adjust for audio that is either too loud or too soft and help the AFS function properly 3 4 Automatic Gain Control The AGC is used to keep the average level of a signal at a constant level This is done by selecting a desired Target output level and Window The AGC keeps the signal within the Window about the selected Target by slowly adjusting the gain The maximum gain that can be applied to the signal is selected by the Gain parameter When the input signal falls below the Low Threshold the AGC releases the gain and returns to unity This preve
16. 1 a maximum number of six Zone Controllers may be used and they may be nested in other words one controller may be used for a single zone and then another controller may be used for the entire venue or system With a maximum distance of up to 1000 ft on CAT5 cable with RJ 45 connectors the Zone Controllers offer an easy to program and use remote control surface 34 DriveRack User Manual dbx K7 a Section 4 Programming To be programmed each Zone Controller must have its identification set using the DIP switches on the reat of the panel The Zone Controllers are programmed from the Utility menu in the GUI The Zone Controllers are programmed from the Utility menu in the GUI The ZC 3 and ZC 4 allow program selection from either a wall panel or contact closures The diagrams on the following page show screen shots from the GUI a ZC 3 being programmed with the selected programs and the panel that is assigned and a ZC 4 being programmed with up to four contact switches and the program that each of these combinations of switches will load Device Utilities for DriveRack 2201 Device Utilities for DriveRack 220i X Program List Zones Program List Zones Boaosticut Program Boost Cut Change 22 Mo Change m Mo Change BA Change Output Select 1 Output 1 1 Output 2 Device Utilities for DriveRack 2201 Program List Zones Switch Combination 19 J Bo
17. 5 lower than 10dBu is left at the same signal level Light compression is where only the loudest parts of the signal go over the threshold Very heavy compression can be achieved by setting the threshold low enough that almost the entire signal content is over the threshold For most signals the most natural compression is achieved when most of the signal content remains just below the threshold and only the peaks cross the threshold Auto On Off When auto is turned on the 2201 will continuously set the attack hold release controls itself Attack 01 to 200 m Sec per band or global This is the speed at which the limiter starts to compress the signal once it has crossed the threshold Set the attack time longer for lower frequency bands and shorter for higher frequency bands Hold 0 to 500 m Sec per band or global Hold is the time the limiter stays in gain reduction after the signal level has dropped below threshold Hold is useful when you want the limiter to function for a period of time after it has been triggered Be careful not to set the hold time too long as it will not release in time Release 360 to 5 dB Sec per band or global Just like the release time on the compressor the limiter s release time controls how fast the limiter releases from gain reduction after the signal drops below the threshold Set the release times longer for lower frequency bands and shorter for higher frequency bands PeakStop On Off
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19. FS Advanced Feedback Suppression feedback elimination module Feedback is caused when a microphonic signal such as a guitar pickup or microphone is reproduced by an amplification and is repeatedly picked up in phase AFS uses Precision Frequency Detection and state of the art processing to determine the exact portions of a given frequency of your feedback that need to be removed instead of taking out large sections of your sound The AFS module of the 220i allows the user to optimize the elimination of feedback In the past graphic equalizers were used to eliminate feedback from a system This was an acceptable method for eliminating feedback but when this method was precision tested the result clearly showed that a single 1 3 octave EQ slider was removing approximately half of the signal power With the AFS the module removes the feedback automatically and the proprietary precision AFS filters remove only a fraction of the frequency spectrum The following diagram shows AFS as opposed to competing competitive feedback eliminators and conventional graphic EQs Drive Rack 220i MONO 24 BAND AFS In 2 Out 72 Filter2 Filter3 Filter4 Filter 5 Fixed Fixed Fixed Filter amp Filter Filter Filter3 Filter 10 Filter 11 Filter 12 Fived Filter 14 Filter 15 Filter 16 Filter 17 Filter 18 Filter 19 Filter20 Filter 21 Filter 22 Filter23 Filter 24 Live Live Live gt AFS On Virtual High Pass 58 6 Hz OK Can
20. Filtering Limiting Delay Compression MALLA mnt MIDDI dbx DriveRack User Manual 39 section 9 Application Guide Hardware Connect the audio source to the inputs of the DriveRack 2 Connect the outputs of the DriveRack to the amplifier 3 Making sure that all outputs are muted apply power to the mixer and amplifiers 4 Make connections between the ZC 4 and the DriveRack Make connections between the contact closure the ZC 4 Software Select Program 7 Room Combine 1 2 Load the program from the front panel or from the DriveWare GUI 3 Using the Utility menu select the ID for the ZC 4 and program the ZC 4 with switch position being Program 7 and switch position 1 being Program 8 Provides Mic Pre EQ Feedback Suppression Auto Gain Control Bandpass Filtering Limiting Delay 40 DriveRack User Manual dbx by HARMAN Section 9 Hardware l Connect the audio source to CH 2 of the DriveRack 2201 2 Connect the outputs of the DriveRack to the amplifier 3 Making sure that all outputs are muted apply power to the mixer and amplifiers 4 Make connections between the Zone Controllers and the 2201 if applicable Software Select Program 5 Restaurant 2 Load the program from either the front panel of the DriveWare GUI 3 Adjust the individual parameters for the system by selecting and editing the Processing Modules from the DriveWare GUI 4
21. Sec to 200 m Sec Attack is how quickly the signal is attenuated in the second channel when a signal is present in the first channel Hold 0 to 500 m Sec Hold time is the length of time after the signal in the first channel goes below the threshold that the attenuation is applied to the signal in the second channel Release 360 dB Sec to 5 dB Sec Release is how quickly the attenuated signal returns to its nominal level 3 7 Compressor The 2201 also offers dedicated compression module The Compressor is a full bandwidth Stereo Compressor inserted prior to the Crossover The Compressor is the perfect tool for tightening uneven signal sources such as vocals and guitars The parameters for the Compressor as follows 22 DriveRack User Manual dbx Detailed Parameters Section 3 1 Compressor Over Easy Threshold 13 dBu Ratio 2 61 Gain 0 046 3 0 ms 10 ms 36 dois Cancel Compressor On Off Turns the Compressor module on and OverEasy O Off to 10 There are ten levels of that can be used for the limiters The point when the compressor starts to compress is the knee When the compressor starts to reduce the level of a signal abruptly as it passes over the threshold this is called hard knee compression OverEasy soft knee as it is sometimes called is when the volume of the sound is compressed gradually compression starts to c
22. Using the utility menu select the ID for the Zone Controller and program the boost and cut amounts BGM Paging Feedback Suppression Auto Gain control Band Pass Filtering Limiting dbx DriveRack User Manual 41 Appendix by HARMAN 44 A I Factory Reset Flash Update In the event that a reset is required the DriveRack 220i offers you the option of performing a Soft ot Hard reset The Soft Reset resets all operating parameters except user programs The Hard Reset Procedure will reset all programmable information back to the factory defaults Factory Hard Reset Press and hold the PROGRAM UP button on power up until the following message appears in the 7 Seg Display Pressing the LOAD button will start a Factory Reset All User Programs will become copies of the Factory Programs all Utility settings will be defaulted and all Security settings will be defaulted Pressing any other button will abort the Factory Reset sequence and the unit will reset normally Factory Soft Reset Press and Hold the PROGRAM DOWN button on power up until the following message appears in the 7 Seg Display Pressing the LOAD button will start a System Reset All Utility settings will be defaulted Pressing any other button will abort the System Reset sequence and the unit will reset normally Flash Update To flash update the firmware version of the DriveRack 2201 the unit needs to be p
23. adjusts how fast the AGC will reduce gain The 2201 offers a dedicated De Esser module This De esser effect is ideal for removing unwanted vocal sibilance These parameters are user adjustable on all programs and are as follows OF HighPass Pass Amount width De Esser On Off Turns the De Esser or off Freq 800 Hz to 8 00 kHz This is the center frequency the De Esser uses when in Band Pass mode or the corner frequency used when in High Pass mode Amount 0 to 100 This controls the amount of De Essing The amount control is very much like a combination threshold ratio control higher amount applies more De Essing to the signal Type HP or BP Selects the type of filter used by the De Esser Width Sets the Q of the Band Pass Filter dbx DriveRack User Manual 21 Section 3 Detailed Parameters 13 6 Ducker The Ducker provides a method for attenuating the signal in one channel when signal is present in the other channel Thresh GRA 30 20 Ducker On Threshold 45 dBu Amount 6 0 dE Attack 5 4 ms Hald m ME 12ms Release 30 0 dBrsec Ducker On Off Turns the Ducker on or off Threshold 40 to 20dBu Threshold is the level from signal path A at which the Ducker will begin attenuating the signal passing through the Ducker signal path Amount 0 to 6dB This parameter sets the amount sets the amount of attenuation Attack 0 1
24. all be placed on the apparatus CLEAN ONLY WITH A DRY CLOTH DO NOT BLOCK ANY OF THE VENTILATION OPENINGS INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT INSTALL NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCES SUCH AS RADIATORS HEAT REGISTERS STOVES OR OTHER APPARATUS INCLUDING AMPLIFIERS THAT PRODUCE HEAT ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER UNPLUG THIS APPARATUS DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR WHEN UNUSED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME 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 has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit your outlet consult an electrician for replace ment of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs conve nience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manutacture or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Refer all servicing to to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the ap paratus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the appara
25. and 1 6 This parameter turns the PeakStop limiting on and off PeakStop involves a two stage process of dynamic limiting The first stage of PeakStop is the Instantaneous Transient Clamp M which clamps the signal with a soft logarithmic clamp function This logarithmic function ensures that the signal will not exceed the level set by the PeakStop OVERSHOOT control by more than the overshoot amount and that it will not introduce harsh artifacts The second stage is a unique program limiter featuring Intelligent Predictive Limiting Its function is to monitor the input signal and intelligently predict the amount of gain reduction needed to keep the output signal below the ceiling set by the Instantaneous Transient Note that since the PeakStop limiter is a fail safe limiter it must come after the OUTPUT GAIN control dbx DriveRack User Manual 29 Section 3 Detailed Parameters Overshoot l 6 This parameter sets the amount of overshoot for the Instantaneous Transient Clamp 3 14 Delay The parameters for the delay are as follows and are user adjustable Drive Rack 220i MONO DLY 650 MS Delay On Type Seconds Meters Length 110 50 ms Delay On Off Turns the delay on and off Length Sets the amount of delay time Units Seconds Feet or Meters Selects the unit of measurement for the delay 3 15 Output The output section 2201 DriveRack provide the user with the ability
26. arious editing aspects of the unit 2 1 DriveRack 220i Philosophy The philosophy of the DriveRack 2201 is built around the idea of a program Programs program consists of processing modules configured to form the desired signal path The processing modules and all their parameters are saved as part of the program The quickest way to get up and running with the DriveRack 2201 is to select one of the programs that are already configured If modifications are needed then the program can be reconfigured to select the appropriate processing modules and parameters can be edited to taste All module parameters are part of the program and as such they are saved off when the program 15 stored These parameters also saved as part of the program file when the program is exported to a computer Utilities and Mutes Utilities and Mutes are global functions and are independent of the program Utilities and Mutes are not saved as part of the program when it is stored but they can be saved as part of the device file This can be helpful as Utilities can be set up just once rather than having to set up the utilities for each program The same applies to Mutes output Mutes can be used regardless of the program that is being recalled If the need arises to mute an output as part of a program and have that level remain with the program the output level can be set to inf in the Matrix Mixer This means that no matter whether the output mute is en
27. ations 5 Mic Processing Mixing Hardware Connect the outputs of the microphones to the inputs of the DriveRack 2 Connect the outputs of the DriveRack to the mixer 3 Making sure that all outputs are muted apply power to the mixer and amplifiers 4 Make connections between the Zone Controllers and the 2201 if applicable Software Select Program 3 Mic Mix as a template 2 Load the program by from the front panel or from the DriveWare GUI 3 Adjust the individual parameters for the system by selecting the Processing Module from the GUI interface 4 Using the Utility Menu select the ID for the Zone Controller if applicable Provides Mic Pre EQ Feedback Suppression Mixing Hignpass Filtering ALL EN 38 DriveRack User Manual dbx Application Guide Section 5 5 2 Stereo Dual Mono System Processing Hardware Connect the outputs of the mixer to the inputs of the DriveRack 2 Connect the outputs of the DriveRack to the inputs of the amplifier 3 Making sure that all outputs are muted apply power to the mixer and amplifiers Software Select Program 1 Stereo amp AFS 2 Load the program by pressing the Program Up and Down buttons on the front panel or from the DriveWare GUI 3 Adjust the individual parameters for the system by selecting the Processing Modules from the DriveWare GUI Provides EQ Feedback Suppression Bandpass
28. cel Mode Tupe e Fixed Live Live Filter Lift Lift After 3 min Fixed Filters 2 Total Filters ja H Threshold Gain 0 0 dB Speech Music Medium MusicLow Music High AFS On Off Turns the AFS module on and off If AFS is Off the filters are bypassed and the algorithm is halted the filters are not updated If AFS is On the filters are active and the they are updated according to the current selected mode Fixed or Live dbx by HARMAN DriveRack User Manual Clear Live All This parameter clears the filters If Clear Live is selected then if invoked the live filters are reset If Clear is selected then if invoked all of the filters are reset When either Clear Live or Clear All 1 selected the third parameter row displays Start w Data Wheel Mode Live or Fixed When the mode 15 Fixed the algorithm updates only the fixed filters When the mode is Live the algorithm updates only the live filters In FIXED mode the filters are automatically assigned to a frequency creating feedback fixed filters that are stored remain with the program and at that frequency until cleared by the user Fixed mode 15 used before the performance without any input signal In LIVE mode the live filters automatically detect and remove feedback during the performance When all of the live filters have been used they begin to round robin Essentially this means that the first filter set
29. ctors shown below Make output connections from any one of the 2 output XLR or Euroblock connectors shown below to the input of the selected power amps It is recommended that the power amps are turned off prior to cycling power to the DriveRack 2201 Always make sure that your power amps are the last item turned on and the first turned off Once all of the connections have been made and the unit is powered up you can navigate through the entire signal path of the DriveRack 2201 from the included DriveWare GUI The display provides you with a clear and concise overview of each aspect of the signal path from the input to the output section 1 4 GUI Installation Minimum System Requirements 266MHz processor Windows 98 edition 2 or Windows 4 0 16 bit color 64 meg RAM Installation Install DriveWare from the included CD ROM or download DriveWare from the dbx website at www dbxpto com After clicking on the exe install file follow the instructions in the installer The application will proceed to prompt you for the installation location Once the software installation is complete it is recommended that you restart your computer DriveRack User Manual dbx by HARMAN Software Operation dbx by HARMAN For your convenience all editing functions of the DriveRack 2201 performed via the included Driveware GUI This section has been created to act as a tutotial for performing v
30. e Q of the selected notch filter 3 10 Matrix Mixer This adjusts the mix and output levels of the 2201 If there is a Ducker in the signal path this also provides for bypassing the ducker module to one or both outputs Drive Rack 220i MID MINER FA EE I IMF 0 Inf 1 Spr dE Cancel Input Level Inf to 20dB Adjusts the level from signal path A Input B Level Inf to 20dB Adjusts the level from signal path B Output Level Inf to 20dB Adjusts the output level of Output 1 Output 2 Level Inf to 20dB Adjusts the output level of Output 2 3 11 Post Matrix PEQ In addition to the pre matrix EC options within the signal path the 2201 also offers a 4 band parametric EQ after the matrix section The parameters for the post matrix EQ are as follows and are user adjustable 26 DriveRack User Manual dbx Detailed Parameters Drive Rack 220i POST PEQ In 1 Out 72 E ni m ni ru m Li ui m Ln ru m Li 1 PEG On Type Bell OF High Shelf Low Shelf LowiHigh Shelf 3 56 kHz 4 410 5 5 dE kHz 6 0 ETT P 5 5 dB PEQ On Off Turns the PEQ band and off The following figure shows the constant Q parametric filter Constant Q gt C C co c o Magnitude LLL er or lj 10 10 10 10 Frequency Flatten Restore This parameter e
31. e only device that you will need between the mixer and the power amps The following are just some of the features of the 2201 220i features Advanced Feedback Suppression AFS e Graphic and Parametric Compressor Limiting Auto Gain Control AGC Noise Gate De Esser Ducker Bandpass Filters 2x2 Matrix Mixer 1 3 Seconds of Delay e 8 252 PC GUI control Mic Line Inputs Wall Panel Control Security Lockout dbx DriveRack User Manual S HARMAN In addition to the amazing menu of processing available the 2201 also affords you the luxuty of utilizing dbx Zone Controller series wall mounted control panels that will allow you to remotely control various parameters of the 2201 The ZC 1 offers remote programmable Volume control to any installation using the DriveRack 2201 The ZC 2 provides programmable Volume and Mute control Both the ZC 1 and ZC 2 can be programmed to outputs of the DriveRack 2201 The ZC 3 allows Program Selection on the 2201 The ZC 4 also offers Program Selection via Contact Closure inputs for Room Combining applications Up to six Zone Controllers can be used with a single DriveRack 2201 and can either be wired in series or parallel The ZC BOB was created to accommodate home run or parallel wiring to the unit With a maximum length of 1 000 ft the Zone Controllers offer a simple way to create a simple yet elegant solution to many installation applications
32. em control and performance While the 2201 offers all the tools necessaty for processing a system from EC and De Essing to Limiting and Ducking the thing that sets this product apart from the competition is the inclusion of our patent pending AFS algorithm that offers feedback filters with Qs up to 1 80th of an octave This ensures that the music or speech that comes in goes out unblemished by the feedback detection and elimination process In hundreds of demonstrations of this patent pending algorithms people have tried to discern between the original and processed signal but to no avail Beyond the processing that the 2201 15 capable of the 2201 also offers control from the ZC series wall panel controllers These controllers provide convenient remote control capability of Program change Zone output volume and Muting The zone controllers are easy to install using CAT5 cable and fit in standard wall boxes This manual will be your guide to understanding the full functionality of the powerful 2201 By combining the different components the configuration possibilities limitless After you have become familiar with the unit we encourage you to experiment and find the most effective and efficient way to run your system by utilizing the powerful processing of the 2201 0 1 Defining the 2201 System The dbx 2201 is the most effective way to manage all aspects of post mixer processing and signal routing The 2201 essentially becomes th
33. f the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC EMC Directive 2004 108 EC RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC With regard to Directive 2005 32 EC and EC Regulation 1275 2008 of 17 December 2008 this product is designed produced and classified as Professional Audio Equipment and thus is exempt from this Directive Roger Johnsen Director Engineering Signal Processing 8760 S Sandy Parkway Sandy Utah 84070 USA Date May 31 2012 European Contact Your local dbx Sales and Service Office or Harman Signal Processing 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy Utah 84070 USA Ph 801 566 8800 Fax 801 568 7583 Introduction 2 0 2 Service 3 ANI T 4 Getting Started Pinel 6 I2 Front PAGE 7 9 PC GUI Installation nente teint 8 Software Operation 21 D veRack 2201 Philosophy 10 aA 10 10 11 11 and PASTE 12 MUE S iuo a 12 PX aT 12 13 200 pontine 13 PANES 14 212 Online Offline 14 teas 14 Detailed Parameters EN ROUNO serri e 16 n e Pres Dee BO 16 23 9 lt Advanced Feedback SupDpresslOfE
34. gaged not that output will have no output level 2 2 PC Connection Once the software has been loaded and the DriveRack unit is connected via the included Null Modem cable run the DriveWare Graphic User Interface GUI by double clicking on the application icon You will see the DriveWare window open with an icon of the DriveRack 2201 unit Double clicking on the unit will open the unit to the program screen where you will be able to see the processing modules and the configuration There are three different views within the DriveWare GUI Venue view Unit view and Module view Venue view provides you with an overall system view of the DriveRack network including other DriveRack units if you are using 480 series DriveRack units that can be networked together Double clicking on a unit icon in the Venue view takes you to the Unit view Unit view often called program screen provides you with a graphic representation of the configuration of the individual DriveRack unit including all the processing modules and their positions in the signal path Unit view offers access to meters and output muting program selection and loading processing configuration program import and export program storing as well as utility menu control Double clicking on the processing module takes you to the Module view Module view also called edit screen provides access to the processing and utility parameters Editing of parameters is done in Module view 10 D
35. gram click on the load button DRIVERACK 220i 2 2 Mx EG IM INS MIx FILT EG ON OLY OUT reum HIC ji Stereo AFS n L 2 Lobby U2 Two Mics U3 Mic Mix U4 Page 2 Zones U5 Restaurant Auto Dealer 1 MNG L Channel z x METER CONFIG il LOAD STORE dbx by HARMAN Section 2 Programs be stored in the DriveRack unit or saved on the computer To store a program in the DriveRack unit the GUI software must be on line with the unit The DriveRack 2201 allows both program naming and along with that name you can also select where in the user program table you would like to store the program Clicking the STORE button enters the store routine where a name for the program can be entered Under the name lies the Program Table position selector for this new program complete the storing process make sure that the Replace an Existing Program button is selected and click OK Store Program X Mame Enter your name Program Table Position Replacing Mame would you like ta fe Replace an existing program C Delete Current Program cael 2 10 Importing and Exporting To save a program to your computer click on File on the Menu Bar and select Save then select Export Program you are exporting a program from the DriveRack unit to the computer You will then be taken to a folder where you can save this DriveWare
36. is is where you decide how much downward expansion you want This ratio works opposite from that of the compressor or limiter If a ratio of 1 4 is selected a signal that is 1dB below the threshold will be reduced in gain so that it becomes 4dB below the threshold Attack 0 1 to 200 Sec As the signal reaches the threshold area the Attack control sets the speed at which the gate opens Use very fast attack times to catch the fronts of transient signals Hold 0 to 500 m Sec The Hold control sets the amount of time the gate is held open after the signal passes below the threshold point Release 360 to 5 dB Release sets the speed at which the gate closes or attenuates when the end of the Hold time is reached Max ATT 0 to Inf dB This sets the maximum amount of attenuation for the gate 3 9 Notch Filters The notch filter is the perfect tool for dropping out undesirable frequencies that may appear in the input sional Drive Rack 220i NOTCH In 1 Out 72 o Flatten Restore Notch On Off Turns the notch filters on and off Frequency 1 to 6 20 to 20K Selects the desired notch filter frequency of the selected notch filter dbx DriveRack User Manual 25 Section 3 Detailed Parameters Gain 36 to 6 dB Sets the level of the selected notch filter Set to 6dB to help find unwanted feedback then set to 3dB to 36dB to remove Q 16 to 128 Selects th
37. is replaced where a new feedback is detected and notched out This mode is useful because feedback frequencies may change as the microphone is moved and or as the characteristics of the venue change Note Only the fixed filter settings will be stored with the program Type Speech Low Music Medium Music and High Music Type allows the AFS algorithm to be customized for the application The Values correspond to different and sensitivity settings Values are Speech Q 7 25 Music Medium Q 29 Music High 128 NOTE Because lower frequencies have longer wavelengths it is sometimes more difficult to find the exact feedback frequency as a result the AFS algorithm will sometimes use a slightly wider Q filter to notch low frequency feedback Total Number of Filters 1 12 This parameter selects the number of filters being used Number Fixed 0 12 This sets the number of fixed filters This sets the number of Fixed AFS filters and ranges from 0 12 This also sets the number of Live filters as the Total number of filters number of Fixed Filters number of Live Filters Live Filter Lift On Off This parameter turns the Live Filter Lift on and off Lift After 5 sec to 60 min This parameter allows the user to setup the box so that the Live filters will automatically be removed after a set time as indicated by the Lift After parameter It ranges from 5 seconds to 60 minutes This feature is useful if the microphone being
38. it this will allow DriveWare to use your COM port The HotSync Manager will return when you reboot your computer COM port Selection If you are using anything other than your first COM port you will need to go into Preferences and select the correct COM port Preferences are found under File on the DriveWare Menu Bar dbx SHARVAN DriveRack User Manual 49 50 A 7 Zone Controller Wiring and Install Zone Controller Wiring The DriveRack Zone Controllers ZC 1 ZC 2 ZC 3 ZC 4 can be wired or in parallel To wire in series each Zone Controller must have an identification or zone number chosen using the DIP switches on the side of the controller see diagram A Each controller must have a unique number chosen although there may be multiple Zone Controllers controlling a single zone a single Zone Controller that controls multiple outputs The Zone Controllers can then be wired together and connected to the DriveRack see diagram The Zone Controllers may also be wired in parallel with the use of the ZC BOB To wire in parallel home run cabling each controller must have a unique identification or number chosen using the DIP switches on the rear of the panel see diagram A To wire in parallel each controller must be wired into a port of the ZC BOB with a connecting wire going to the DriveRack see diagram C Zone Controller Installation The installation of the Zone Controllers MUST be accomplished w
39. ith the use of cable which is rated VW 1 or higher Common NEC designations which meet this rating include CMP CMR CMG CM ZC The ZC 1 is a programmable zone controller that allows volume level control from a wall panel ZC 2 The ZC 2 is a programmable zone controller that allows volume level and mute control from a wall panel ZC 3 The ZC 3 allows wall panel program selection for the 2201 ZC 4 The ZC 4 provides contact closure program selection for room combining or fire safety applications applications ZC BOB The ZC BOB allows parallel or home run cabling of the Zone Controllers dbx DriveRack User Manual S HARMAN Fr es Appendix Diagram A ZONE CONTROLLER CONNECT ONLY TO INPUT o A RJ45 o o e Diagram B ID 1 12 WATTS SS Se ST ZONE CHANNEL 2 CONTROLLER CONNECT ONLY in 58 Wes 35 EMEN 3 ES 55 e PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS 4 2 5 4 5 AHARMAN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY SRZ 85 SALT LAKE CITY UTAH MADE IN USA NUM PER ENTE re MODEL DRIVERACK 220i 4 2 beak 100 50 60Hz 120
40. ither flattens the PEQ or restores the PEQ to its original shape Type This parameter selects the PEQ type Types include 1 Bell All parametrics are bell shaped 2 HShelf One shelf is High while all others are bell 3 LShelf One shelf is Low while all others are bell and 4 LHShelf One shelf is High and one is Low and the others are bell Band 1 4 Frequency 20Hz to 20kHz Selects the frequency of the selected band of the parametric EQ Level 1 4 12dB to 12dB Sets the peak level of the selected parametric EC Q 1 4 0 20 to 16 dB Sets the Q or Bandwidth of the selected Parametric EC Section 3 dbx DriveRack User Manual 27 Section 8 gv This Bandpass module allows the user to adjust the output bandwidth DriveRack 220i STEREO 1 Out 1 Left ni a 1 1 m LH M LJ A LJ m iB ru Yo 1 oO M MA A a High Pass 72 2 ih lave lak High Ew 24 dElbDct Ew 24 Left Cancel Highpass Out to 20kHz Adjusts the lowest frequency that the output will achieve Lowpass Out to 20Hz Adjusts the highest frequency that the output will achieve 3 13 Limiter The 2201 offers a dedicated Limiter module The Limiters are located on each output channel and have been strategically placed for speaker and amplifier protection Limiter On 1 PkStop 1 Auto On OverEasy 3 Threshold
41. ng The signal routing begins at the INPUT ROUTING block of the 2201 These parameters are user adjustable on all programs Drive Rack 220i INPUT MIXE OK Input Level Inf to 20dB Adjusts the input level from analog input one Input 2 Level Inf to 20dB Adjusts the input level from analog input one Level Left or Right Inf to 20dB This parameter 1s used to adjust the level for the selected channel 3 2 Pre Matrix EQ The 220i s Pre matrix EC section may be configured as a single or linkable 15 band or 28 band graphic or 9 Band Drive Rack 220i GEQ 15 In 1 72 20 25 3 5 40 50 63 80 100 125 160 200 250 315 400 500 630 800 1 25 I BK 2K 2 5K 3 5K MK SK 6 3K BK IDK 2 5 20K 31 5 40 50 63 80 100 125 160 200 250 315 400 500 630 B00 IK l 25K 1 6K ZK 2 SKZISKYK SK 6 3K IDK l2 5K jx ood do ie ee VE Freq 3 15 kHz Level 6 5 dB OK Cancel 6 DriveRack User Manual dbx EQ On Off Turns the EQ on and off Flatten Restore This parameter either flattens the or restores the GEC to the last setting before flattening The DriveRack unit allows you to leave the EC edit window and return without losing the edited EC settings Frequency F 31 5Hz to 16 0kHz This parameter allows you to select any one the 28 available frequencies Gain G 12 to 12 dB This parameter allows you
42. nit The GUI can be opened and a DriveRack unit can be inserted using the Insert menu from the Menu Bar The unit can be configured and edited just the way a real unit can The program can then be Exported to the computer and saved 2 13 Preferences Preferences can be found by clicking on File on the Menu Bar Preferences allow you to change your communication preferences It is recommended that you not adjust these unless there is a specific problem that is keeping you from connecting to the DriveWare GUI x coun Baud Fiate 33400 zl At start up want to Automatically check For a network connection When downloading want fe Configuration Only Sranfiguratiar amp Programs When double clicking on a device want bo v new session Restore last session Use blending when drawing graphs this may be slow Display Meters System Control 480 series only Disabled always Automatically inserted when Master is online Caes 14 DriveRack User Manual dbx Detailed Parameters dbx by HARMAN Section 3 Detailed Parameters 2201 DriveRack offers complete editing flexibility by offering in depth control over every parameter within each effect module The following section will provide you with a module block representation for each effect as well as descriptions and explanations of all parameters within the 2201 3 1 Input Routi
43. ns plug without the fuse cover in place Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local retailer Replacement fuses are 13 amps and MUST be ASTA approved to 851362 If you want to dispose this product do not mix it with general household waste There is a P separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment recovery and recycling Private household in the 25 member states of the EU in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer if you purchase a similar new one For Countries not mentioned above please contact your local authorities for a correct method of disposal By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY dbx Professional Products 8760 S Sandy Parkway Sandy Utah 84070 USA Manutacturer s Name Manufacturer s Address declares that the product Product name dbx DriveRack 220i Note Product name may be suffixed by the EU Product option None conforms to the following Product Specifications Safety IEC 60065 01 Amd 1 EMC EN 55022 2006 EN 55024 1998 FCC Part 15 Supplementary Information The product herewith complies with the requirements o
44. nts the AGC from adding gain when there is no signal present and raising the system noise floor High level signals are reduced by a fast limiter to prevent distortion by clipping The AGC Threshold meters show what region of the AGC the input signal is in The T yellow indicates the signal is within the Window A red indicates the signal is going into the Limiter A green indicates the AGC is adding Gain and is at or below the window When the Threshold meter is off the signal is below the Low Threshold AGC On Target 0 dBu 16 dB Window 10 dB Low Thresh 3 4 45 dBu Attack 1 00 Sec Release 10 0 dBts AGC On Off Turns the AGC module On and Off Target 20 to 20 dB The Target parameter defines where you would like the average level of the AGC output to be If the average level of the signal rises above the Target the gain will be reduced For signals with an average level below the Target the gain will be increased Gain to 20dB This adjusts the maximum amount of gain that can be added by the AGC Window to lOdB This adjusts the amount of variation in the output 20 DriveRack User Manual dbx Section Low Threshold 60 to 30dB The Low Threshold sets a lower limit to the AGC This prevents the AGC from adding gain to low level signals or noise Attack 0 20 to 5 Seconds This adjusts how fast the AGC will increase gain Release 30 0 to dB Second This
45. ompress before the level of the signal reaches the threshold and reaches full compression after the level has gone above the threshold OverEasy compression by its very nature sounds much smoother and more natural and will be used for most applications When it is gentle natural sounding or light compression that you are looking for the compressor offers VariKnee VariKnee gives you ten levels of compression to choose from 1 being almost hard knee and 10 being the most OverEasy This lets you choose the exact knee that is needed for the dynamic effect you are looking for Threshold T 40 to 20dBu Threshold is the signal level at which the unit starts to compress the signal If the level is set to 10 dBu than any signal larger than 10 dBu is compressed while any signal that has a level that is lower than 10dBu 15 left at the same signal level Light compression is where only the loudest parts of the signal go over the threshold Very heavy compression can be achieved by setting the threshold low enough that almost the entire signal content is over the threshold For most signals the most natural compression is achieved when most of the signal content remains just below the threshold and only the peaks cross the threshold Ratio 1 0 to Inf l Ratio is the amount the unit reduces the signal level of the sound that is above the threshold A 2 1 ratio means that if the incoming signal is 2dB over the threshold
46. re are AFS modules in the signal path PC LED This LED when lit indicates that the 2201 is connected to the PC When it is flashing the 2201 is sending receiving information from the PC CLIP LED This LED when lit indicates that a signal is clipping either the analog input section or in the DSP Input Meters These meters monitor the signal level at the output of the A D converter Threshold Meters The threshold meters indicate that the threshold level has been crossed within the output dynamics section The tri color LED will be green when the signal is below the threshold for a Compressor Limiter and AGC and above the threshold for the Gate Yellow indicates that the signal is in the over easy region in the Compressor or Limiter and within the Window of the AGC Red indicates that the signal has passed over the threshold for the Compressor Limiter and AGC or below the threshold for the Gate Output Meters These meters monitor the signal level at the input of the D A convetter db x DriveRack User Manual 7 Section 1 12 WATTS PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS N TIONAL COMPAI 100 50 60Hz 120V 60Hz 1 3 Connections CHANNEL 1 LINE 27 A When setting up the DriveRack 2201 make connections as follows Always make connections prior to applying power to the unit Connect the output from the sending device mixer to either of the two XLR input conne
47. riveRack User Manual dbx Software Operation Section 2 2 4 Configuration Configuration of the DriveRack units is done in Unit view The DriveRack 2201 configuration can be changed by clicking on the CONFIG button Once the CONFIG button has been clicked the modules can be changed by right clicking on the module to be changed For example if you want to change the processing module in one of the inserts you simply right click on that module and you will be able to select another processing block as well as unlink that module if it is stereo linked To link modules in stereo click on one of the module that you want to link While holding the Ctrl button click the other module that you want to link it to both modules should now be highlighted By right clicking on either module you can now select LINK Once the desired configuration is created you must click the CONFIG button once more to load the configuration DriveRack 220i 4 2 2 Mx EG MIS OYN OLY OUT Configuration METER MPLUT OUTPUT COMFIG MONG COME Channel 2 Limiter Automatic Gain Control Gate Compressor 2 5 Editing To edit a processing module double click on that module Adjust the module to taste make sure that the module is engaged this is usually indicated by the module on button in the upper left corner of the parameter section Although process editing is done in real time the changes can either be discarded or accepted b
48. speaker tuning Open a second DriveWare window and insert the DriveRack unit that will be your final platform for example if you want to create JBL AE tunings for the DriveRack 480 seties open a DriveWare window with a 260 in it and one with the 480 Download or use the Wizard function to get the correct tunings on the first DriveRack unit Since the AE tunings are available for the DriveRack 260 you would go through the Wizard function to create the appropriate tuning for the 260 Create the correct configuration for the destination unit and then Copy and Paste parameters where available and otherwise copy the parameters from one unit to the next For our example you would create the correct configuration for the DriveRack 480 and then Copy and Paste parameters that can be pasted and manually copy and enter the parameters from the 260 into the 480 Since the DriveRack devices use the same algorithms there will be very little difference between them DriveWare Communication If you are having difficulty connecting your DriveRack device with your computer there are a few things that can be done to find the source of the problem and correct it HotSync Manager If you use a Palm computing device the HotSync Manager generally takes control of your COM port you must disable your HotSync Manager to get DriveWare to connect to your DriveRack unit This can be done by right clicking on the HotSync Manager icon down on the toolbar You can then select Ex
49. t low frequency boost circuit is designed to get the most out of high performance low frequency speaker systems Subharmanics 24 36H2 Lewel 3 Lewel Sub Harmonic Synth On Off Turns the Subharmonic Synth module on and off Sub Harmonics Synth 0 to 100 This parameter sets the overall level of the Subharmonic Synthesizer 24 36Hz and 36 56Hz Subharmonic Synthesis Level 0 to 100 These controls individually let you customize the amount of the respective synthesized frequencies to be added in tuning the ultimate bass response of your system to taste For example if the sound is too woofy or growly try turning down the 36Hz 56Hz level If your woofers are bottoming out making a ticking popping sound try turning down the 24Hz 36Hz level You may find that a setting produces fine results in one room but produces too much boominess in another If this occurs adjust the controls as needed e g increase one or the other of the band levels Experimentation will pay off with smooth full deeply extended bass Remember you are not selecting a frequency You are controlling the overall level of each band dbx DriveRack User Manual by HARMAN 000 he Utility section of the DriveRack 220i gives you the ability to perform several key operational functions including custom Program List creation Zone Controller set tings and front panel lockout mode selection Use this section of
50. t to make changes in design or make additions to or improvements upon this product without incurring any obligation to install the same additions or improvements on products previously manufactured 5 The foregoing is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied and dbx neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume on its behalf any obligation or liability in connection with the sale of this product In no event shall dbx or its dealers be liable for special or consequential damages from any delay in the performance of this warranty due to causes beyond their control dbx DriveRack User Manual S HARMAN Getting Started by HARMAN Section 1 1 1 Rear Panel 12 WATTS a ZONE CHANNEL 2 OUTPUTS CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 INPUTS CHANNEL 1 LINE amp Green MIC 100V 50 60Hz 120 60Hz IEC Power Cord Receptacle The DriveRack 2201 comes with a power supply that will accept voltages ranging from 100V 120V at frequencies from 50Hz 60Hz An IEC cord 15 included EU version accepts 220V 240V at frequencies from 50Hz 60Hz PC Connection This DB 9 type null modem connection is used to send and receive information to and from the GUI interface NOTE Front and reat PC connections should not be used at the same time as these connections are wired in parallel Zone Control Input RJ 45 connector type This input connection is used to send information and po
51. the manual to make yourself familiar with all aspects of the Utility menu of the DriveRack system 4 1 Program List Program Change The 2201 allows you to set the unit to either scroll through programs in a sequential manner or create custom program lists from within the Utility menu This list makes it convenient for restricting access to a small list of programs The procedure for setting up the program list is as follows Open the Utility menu by clicking on Edit on the Menu Bar and selecting Utilities To create a custom Program list first select the desired list size by using the up and down arrows to the right of the Program List Size indicator Device Utilities for DriveRack 220i Program List Zones Mise Pragram List Size Program Change Mode Le Normal Two Mic 2 Zones Restaurant Auto Dealer Stereo amp AFS Select the programs in the list by clicking on one of the programs then use the up and down arrows at the bottom of the window to select which program from the user program table you want 4 2 ZC Setup This feature gives you the ability to create a custom interface for the end user and program that interface for either program selection or output level and mute The Zone Controllers offer additional utility to the DriveRack 220i They allow real time adjustment of output levels mutes and program changes from simple wall panel interfaces On the 220
52. the unit will compress the signal and outputs a signal that only goes 1dB over the threshold For light compression choose a lower ratio while a heavy compression requires a higher ratio A setting of Inf 1 makes the compressor act as a limiter db x DriveRack User Manual 23 Section 3 24 Detailed Parameters Gain G 20 to 20 dB This parameter is used to compensate for the gain lost during compression By using heavy compression on a signal and then boosting the signal with the output gain the user can create a signal that sounds much louder than it actually is Auto On Off When Auto Mode is on the220i automatically sets the Attack Hold and Release times for the signal The auto mode constantly adjusts these parameters in real time for optimum performance from the unit You will find that for most applications not only is using the auto mode faster and easier but by letting the unit constantly tweak these parameters for you will result in a better end result try and hit a snare exactly the same for three minutes Attack 0 1 m Sec to 200 m Sec Attack is how fast the compressor starts to compress the signal after it passes the threshold Fast attack is useful when dealing with lots of fast transients The attack control is not active when in auto mode Hold 0 to 500 m Sec Hold is the time the 2201 remains in compression after the signal has dropped below the threshold A longer hold time is useful in smoothing o
53. to control output levels of the unit and adjust phase compensation of loudspeakers within the signal path The output level control is located in the signal path before the compressor limiters this means that the compressor limiter directly affects the output level The parameters for the Phase Compensation effect are as follows and are user adjustable Drive Rack 220i OUTPUT In i Ou Channel On Folarity F aszitiue Megitiue Phase 45 deg Cancel Polarity Phase On Off This parameter is used to turn the selected output phase and polarity on parameters on or off When off the phase is 0 and polarity is positive 30 DriveRack User Manual dbx Detailed Parameters Section 3 Polarity Positive or Negative This section is used to select either the Positive or Negative polarity Phase 0 to 180 This parameter sets the amount of phase within the selected output path The phase is referenced to the uppermost frequency within the band 3 16 Subharmonic Synthesizer The Subharmonic Synthesizer module has been specifically optimized to enhance Bass audio material for use in a variety of professional applications including nightclub and dance DJ mixing theatre and film sound music recording live music performance and broadcasting The Subharmonic Synthesizer module s two separate bands of subharmonic synthesis provide the best combination of smoothness and control and the independen
54. tus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped POWER ON OFF SWITCH The Power switch used in this piece of equipment DOES NOT break the connection from the mains MAINS DISCONNECT The plug shall remain readily operable For rack mount or instal lation where plug is not accessible an all pole mains switch with a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated into the electrical installation of the rack or building If connected to 240V supply a suitable CSA UL certified power cord shall be used for this supply This Equipment is intended for rack mount use only IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and the Prod uct Specifications noted on the Declaration of Conformity Operation is subject to the following two conditions e this device may not cause harmful interference and e this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Operation of this unit within signiticant electromagnetic fields should be avoided e use only shielded interconnecting cables U K MAINS PLUG WARNING A molded mains plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe Discard the mains plug at a suitable disposal facility NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU INSERT A DAMAGED OR CUT MAINS PLUG INTO A 13 AMP POWER SOCKET Do not use the mai
55. ut into Flash Update Receive mode This is done by holding the LOAD button while connecting power to the unit Once in Flash Update Receive mode it is ready to receive the new firmware dbx DriveRack User Manual S HARMAN A 2 Specifications Analog Inputs Number of Inputs Connectors Type Impedance Max input line level CMRR Mic Pre gain Mic EIN Mic Phantom Power Analog Outputs Number of Outputs Connectors Type Impedance Max Output Level A D Performance Type Dynamic Range line Type IV dynamic range Sample Rate D A Performance Dynamic Range System Performance Dynamic Range THD N Frequency Response Interchannel Crosstalk Crosstalk input to output Propagation Delay Operating voltage Power Requirements Physical Weight Dimensions dbx by HARMAN 2 Switchable line or mic inputs Female XLR line inputs and Euroblock Electronically balanced RF filtered gt 50kQ 20dBu gt 40dB typically gt 55db 1kHz 30 to 60dB lt 118dB 22Hz 22kHz 1500 15V 0 Male XLR and Euroblock Electronically balanced RF filtered 120 Q balanced 600 unbalanced 20dBu dbx Type conversion system gt 113 dB A weighted gt 110 dB unweighted gt 119 dB A weighted 22kHz BW gt 117 dB unweighted 22kHz BW 48kHz 112 dB A weighted 109dB unweighted 7110 dB A weighted gt 107dB unweighted 0 003 typical at 4dBu 1kHz OdB gain 20Hz
56. ut the sound when compressing several fast peaks that are fairly close together in time In general some hold time helps to make the compression sound more natural but too much can over compress your signal making for an unwanted drop in level The hold control is not active while in auto mode Release 360 dB Sec to 5 dB Sec Release is how fast the 2201 comes out of compression The release is in dB per second For example if release is set to 5 dB sec and the signal is at 10dB of gain reduction the release time is 2 seconds Too fast a release time can result in an audible volume jump while too slow a release time can result in the compression of signal that is not above the threshold This can cause volume drops in your signal that may not be desired The release control is not active while in auto mode 3 8 Noise Gate Drive Rack 220i NOISE GATE I x 1 Gate Threshold Ratio 13 5 Attack 011 5 Hold 36 ms Release 76 dBims Atten 40 0 dB DriveRack User Manual dbx by HARMAN Gate On Off Turns the Gate on and off Threshold 50 to 20 dBu The threshold is the volume level at which the gate opens Anything above the threshold passes while signal that is lower than the threshold is attenuated Beware setting the threshold to high can cut off the tail end of signals as they fade out the sustain of a guitar note a held piano chord a reverb tail etc Ratio 1 1 0 to 1 15 Th
57. wer to the ZC wall controllers Inputs 1 2 The input section of the DriveRack 2201 offers two electronically balanced XLR connectors mic line inputs with Phantom Powet Outputs 1 2 The output section of the DriveRack 2201 offers two electronically balanced XLR connectors In addition the 2201 offers Euroblock input connector options Signal Clip LED This LED 15 used to indicate microphone signal input or clip Mic Gain Control This knob is used to set the input gain for the microphone input Line Mic Selector This switch 15 used to select either a line or microphone input 6 DriveRack User Manual dbx Section 1 1 2 Front Panel DriveRack 220i fe 01 m m m om System Processor PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS e H2 s m 5 m with AFS PC Connection This DB 9 type connection is used to send and receive information to and from the computer running the DriveWare software NOTE Front and rear PC connections should not be used at the same time as these connections are wired in parallel Load Button The load button is used to load the selected program Program Display This program display is used to indicate the currently selected program of the 220i Program Up and Down Filter Clear Chl and 2 These program up and down buttons are used to scroll through the program menu of the 2201 Pushing and holding these buttons will clear the live filters on these channels if the
58. y selecting the OK or CANCEL button Drive Rack 2201 MONO DLY 650 FE Delay On 9 Seconds Feet Meters Length 110 50 mz dbx DriveRack User Manual Section 2 2 DriveRack User Manual Software Operation 2 6 Copy and Paste Parameters can be copied and pasted between channels in the DriveRack devices From the program screen right click on the module that you want to copy and select Copy To paste right click on a like module and select Paste Obviously you cannot copy parameters to and from unlike modules for example from a Compressor to a Parametric EQ DriveRack 220i E 2 2 01 MIX EG INS IN Mix FILT EG DYN DLY OUT DisEaultProgi PEG Channel 2 7 Meters and Mutes METER CONFIG IE LOAD The input and output level meters and mute buttons can be seen by clicking on the METER button in the upper right corner of the program screen Outputs can be muted by clicking on the mute buttons 2 i EG INg INS MIX FILT EG OYN OLY OUT DeFaulkProgl rap Channel 1 2 8 Loading METER IHPUT OUTPUT COMFIG LOAD The LOAD button is used for loading one of the programs in the program table Right click on the program name directly below the large 2201 in the upper left hand corner of the Unit view to see a list of programs Select one of the programs by clicking on it At this point this new program is not loaded to load this pro
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