DCP 300

Digital Cinema Processor

DCP 300

Features
• Digital Input for up to 16-Channels of audio
• Can be combined with QSC’s DXP (Digital
Expansion Processor) to create the most
powerful networked audio solution for
cinema
• Networked audio I/O via CobraNet™ -
A Cinema Processor, Booth Monitor and Digital Crossover along
supports behind-the-screen mounting of with network control and monitoring of DSP, amplifiers and
DXP processor for screen channel and
subwoofer DCA amplifier
speakers in one integrated package.
• Network control and monitoring via SNMP
• Serial automation control via RS-232 Everything you need between processor. Connections to DCA amplifiers for
input and monitor signals are made through
server and amps.
• Analog Inputs for film processors, non-sync a single QSC DataPort/VGA-style cable. All
and Mic/line QSC’s Digital Cinema Processor, the DCP traditional XLR and barrier strip terminations
300, builds on the legacy of DCM and are eliminated. DCPs simplify set-up by
• Master volume and full 1/3 Octave Graphic
Basis to provide all signal processing and using a menu-driven, PC-based software
EQ on all channels (except subwoofer)
monitoring functions for Digital Cinema in program for configuration. The program
• Booth Monitor with touch screen control for a single integrated system. Designed to be includes a speaker data file that lists default
easy operation used with QSC’s Digital Cinema Amplifiers parameters for popular cinema speaker
(DCA) and featuring advanced DSP presets models. Commonly used configurations can
• Digital Loudspeaker Crossovers for three or also be saved on a disk, allowing you to
for QSC’s Digital Cinema Speakers (DCS),
five screen channels — Passive and 2, 3 or quickly load them on other DCPs. All system
4-way the DCP 300 optimizes loudspeaker
performance while simplifying cinema configuration data is saved to an SD memory
• Compatible with all existing DCA amplifiers sound system wiring and configuration. The card, allowing easy transfer of settings to
— thousands of DCA equipped screens DCP 300 covers cinema systems ranging a new DCP, should replacement ever be
are ready for full network monitoring and from three to five screen channels, and are required.
control configurable for passive, bi-amp, tri-amp or
Advanced Monitor Functions
quad-amp operation. The DCP 300 is also
• Dual power supplies with load sharing for
compatible with all analog cinema processor In addition to audio monitoring of amplifier
seamless operation in the event of failure
formats including Dolby® Digital Surround- inputs and outputs, DCPs include QSC’s
• SD Memory card for quick unit swap — EX and DTS-ES and features a 10-channel exclusive “load fault” detection. DCPs
restores all settings analog input for integration with 35 mm monitor all amplifier outputs and indicate
audio systems. opens and shorts in the speaker system,
• Multiple Bypass modes routes audio around providing confirmation that all amplifier
failed components to insure that the show Digital Signal Processing outputs are functioning properly. In addition,
will go on
The DCP 300 digital signal processing capability the DCP detects all amplifier clipping, protect
• DSP presets for DCS speakers for great “out outperforms traditional analog crossovers modes and heat sink temperature for
of box” performance and reduced set-up and equalizers for optimized speaker reporting via SNMP or a QSControl Ethernet
time performance. Crossover frequency, 1/3 monitoring system. QSControl and QSCreator
octave graphic EQ, parametric equalization, allow for the creation of custom control
• QSControl and QSCreator allow for the screens and remote access for fault reporting
creation of custom control screens and polarity, delay and gain can be precisely
adjusted for each speaker in your system. and diagnosis. The NAC 100 Ethernet
remote access for fault reporting and
diagnosis Active 2-way, 3-way and 4-way crossovers remote control panel provides remote
are available. Advanced crossover presets for operation in a multiplex from anywhere on
• Easily integrates with existing film processors QSC DCS speakers speeds system set-up the local network.
for dual film/digital projection systems and insures maximum performance.
• CobraNet offers digital non-sync routing and Less Wiring, Faster Set-up
future expansion capability
DCPs greatly simplify system wiring and
• Continued development of software and set-up, significantly reducing installation
firmware will add new capabilities to the time and labor cost. Input to the DCP is
existing hardware with easy firmware provided via standard DB-25 cables from
updates the D-Cinema server and/or 35 mm cinema
• The DCP 300 is part of a new generation of
QSC products designed expressly for the
needs of D-Cinema sound systems
DCP 300 Details

Front Panel Controls CobraNet™ RJ45s 100 Mbps primary/backup network audio

Power switch Rocker switch SD card receptacle Configuration memory card (1 GB min)

Mute control Push button H.I. and V.I. impaired outputs

Auditorium fader Rotary encoder Output stage type Single ended (balanced Z)

Monitor volume/parameter adjust Rotary encoder Output impedance 50 Ohms

Menu-driven LCD Touch control LCD Nominal output level -11.8 dBu (200 mVrms)

Rear Panel Connectors Loading requirements Rmin = 2k Ohms, Cmax = 4nF

D-Cinema input group 1 DB-25 — AES3/EBU channels 1-8 Audio network

D-Cinema input group 2 DB-25 — AES3/EBU channels 9-16 Protocol CobraNet version 2 protocol

Main analog input DB-25 — Analog audio channels 1-8 Data rate 100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet)

Extended surround input DB-25 — DB-25 - Surround and Le/Re Channels Ports 1 Primary, 1 Backup (auto-failover)

Cat-5 UTP cable or better (100m maximum length),

Universal Mic/Line input XLR — Mic (+ phantom pwr) or line level Connection requirements direct connection to wired network switch ports only,
dedicated LAN or VLAN

RCA — Stereo digital audio interface

S/PDIF input QSControl™ network/ SNMP
and Lt/Rt Matrix

RCA (2) — Stereo Left and Right Standard TCP/IP implementation over Ethernet or
RCA (L/R) inputs Protocol
and Lt/Rt Matrix Fast Ethernet

DataPort outputs HD-15 (14) — QSC amplifier interface Data rate 10/100 Mbps

Automation inputs 2-pin Euro-style (x6) – 8-bit resolution Cat-5 UTP cable or better (100m maximum length),
Connection requirements direct connection to wired network switch ports only,
Logic output 2-pin Euro-style (x2) – CMOS levels dedicated LAN or VLAN

Relay outputs 3-pin Euro-style (x2) – max 30 VDC Dimensions (H/W/D): 5.25" x 19" x 15"

Serial Control DB-9 RS-232 Serial Interface Line voltage requirements 100 VAC – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

USB Type B port Config and management interface

Weight 16.6 lb (7.5 kg)
QSControl RJ45 10/100 Mbps network management

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

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DCP 300 Spec Sheet 02/06/2013