* You must have a PIP2-compatible amplifier to use the IQ-
PIP-USP3/CN. To determine if your amplifier is PIP2-compat-
ible, look for the logo on the back of the amplifier.
The IQ-PIP-USP3/CN is NOT compatible with older Crown
PIP amplifiers, and cannot be used with CT210 or MA3600
amplifiers
Specifications
General
Internal Controls: A Reset/Preset switch,
accessible with a straightened paper clip
through the PIP panel, selects the next user
preset if pressed for less than 2 seconds,
resets the PIP to preset “0” if pressed for more
than 2 seconds.
IQ-PIP-
USP3/CN
ULTRA SERIES
The Crown® IQ-PIP-USP3/CN is a 3rd
generationDSP-based PIP™ (Program-
mable Input Processor) input module for
PIP2™ compatible amplifiers.* It connects the
amplifier to a 100 Mb Ethernet network allow-
ing it to be remotely controlled and monitored
via System Architect or IQwic™ software. In
addition, the USP3/CN allows the transport of
real-time digital audio via CobraNet over the
same Ethernet network.
The USP3/CN is a HiQnet and TCP/IQ series
component and connects to the audio con-
trol/monitor network using a standard 100Mb
Ethernet hardware (switches, Network Interface
Cards, and cables). CobraNet™ audio is avail-
able over the same 100Mb Ethernet network,
providing a simple to install, single plug
solution for audio distribution, control, and
monitoring.
The USP3/CN’s SHARC DSP processor gives
the user an enormous amount of digital signal
processing. Audio routing, faders, meters,
polarity & mute, input compressors, filters,
delays, multimode output limiters, error report-
ing, and load monitoring are all available. A
built in noise generator and sine-wave genera-
tor provide noise masking and test capabilities.
The enhanced AUX port capability allows the
user to interface with the amplifier to provide
external manual control and monitoring.
Offering crisp, clear sound and the wide
dynamic range possible with CobraNet, the IQ-
PIP-USP3/CN provides unprecedented power
and flexibility in one compact—and very afford-
able—module.
The IQ-PIP-USP3/CN requires Harman Pro
System Architect software or IQwic software
available from www.iqaudiosystems.com.
For more details about the Crown
IQ-PIP-USP3/CN, contact the Crown Technical
Support Group at 800-342-6939 or 574-294-
8200. Also, visit the Crown Audio website at
www.crownaudio.com.
Connectors:
Balanced Audio Input Connector
Single 5-pin removable barrier-strip connector
for both channels.
AUX Connector
Configurable for AUX input or AUX output.
Listen Bus is available through CobraNet.
Network Connector
The dual RJ45 CobraNet connectors allow a
Primary & Secondary connection to the 100Mb
Ethernet network. Should the Primary con-
nection lose link activity with the network,
the USP3/CN will automatically switch to the
Secondary connection to ensure uninterrupted
audio and control. The indicators on the RJ45
connectors display network information con-
cerning the Ethernet and CobraNet connections.
Indicators:
Preset Indicator
Signals the number of the current preset, if
active, by flashing a series of flashes equal to
the current preset number.
IQ Data Indicator
Flashes when the IQ-PIP-USP3/CN receives a
valid command that is addressed to the IQ-PIP-
USP3/CN.
Switches:
Reset/Preset Switch
Used to change presets, restore settings to fac-
tory default or restore all the presets to the fac-
tory defaults. During operations of the switch,
the Data indicator flashes as an aid to the user.
Memory Backup: 512 kbyte non-volatile FLASH
memory for backup of run-time parameters,
presets, and program storage. Capable of
greater than 10 year data retention and esti-
mated 20+ year life-cycle.
Communications: 100Mb Fast Ethernet con-
forming to IEEE 802.3.
Power Requirements (provided by the ampli-
fier): +24VDC @ 350mA, –24VDC @ 30mA.
< 8.7 Watts.
Overall Audio Performance:
DSP Processing: 32 bit, Floating Point,
665 µs latency.
DAC Conversion: 24 bit, 135 µs latency.
Dynamic Range: 103 dB typical
(A-weighted, 20Hz–20kHz, audio sourced
from muted CobraNet channel).
Distortion: < 0.05% THD+N, 20Hz–20kHz.
Frequency Response: ± 0.5 dB,
20Hz–20kHz.
Input/Output Monitor Accuracy: Typically
±1dB.
Features
• 100Mb Ethernet single-plug solution for
CobraNet audio, and HiQnet or TCP/IQ control
and monitoring
• Analog audio inputs allow CobraNet network
audio input, CobraNet audio backup, or a hard-
wire emergency override of CobraNet audio
• “Listen Bus” amplifier output monitor via
CobraNet
• 24 bit digital to analog conversion with 32 bit,
floating point DSP processing
• 64 assignable filters with 9 different filter types
including all-pass filters
• Over 2 seconds of delay available per
channel
• Input compressors and output limiters for each
channel
• Dual, uncorrelated noise generators for noise
masking
• Sine generator
• Load supervision
• Full error reporting
• Firmware upgrades via the network
• 10 user selectable presets
• Reliable FLASH memory backup of all param-
eters
• Three Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable War-
ranty completely protects your investment and
guarantees its specifications
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