Danley DNA SC48 User manual

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DNA SC48 Processor
Danley Sound Labs
DNA SC48
Precision Audio DSP System Controller
User Guide
Version 6 (For firmware version 1.353 and above)

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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................5
COMPLIANCE...........................................................................................................................................7
FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE.............................................................................................................. 7
FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE USA ............................................................................................................. 7
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES............................................................................. 7
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION NOTICE.........................................................................7
FOR CUSTOMERS IN CANADA.............................................................................................................8
Thanks and Unpacking ............................................................................................................................ 9
Unpacking the Danley Sound Labs DNA SC48 series controller..........................................................9
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................................................................10
The User Guide......................................................................................................................................11
Introduction and Key Features .............................................................................................................12
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................12
Key Features.................................................................................................................................. 12
Audio Connections................................................................................................................................14
Input Connections.............................................................................................................................14
Output Connections..........................................................................................................................14
Using unbalanced connections .........................................................................................................15
Panel Layouts ........................................................................................................................................ 16
Operation..............................................................................................................................................18
Starting up the unit...........................................................................................................................18
Overview of Modules, Presets Components and Snapshots ............................................................ 18
Drive Modules................................................................................................................................... 19
Drive Module Presets........................................................................................................................ 19
Navigation and Designing Crossovers...............................................................................................21
Factory Module Presets ....................................................................................................................21
Storing Module Presets.................................................................................................................22
Recalling Module Presets..............................................................................................................22
Recalling Components ..................................................................................................................22
Input..................................................................................................................................................23
AES3 / Network Inputs..................................................................................................................23
Gain and Polarity........................................................................................................................... 24

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Delay .............................................................................................................................................24
High Pass Filter..............................................................................................................................24
Parametric Equalisation ................................................................................................................24
FIR Shelving EQ..............................................................................................................................24
Parametric Filters..........................................................................................................................24
Routing..........................................................................................................................................25
Output...............................................................................................................................................25
AES3 outputs.................................................................................................................................25
Gain and Polarity........................................................................................................................... 25
Delay .............................................................................................................................................25
High and Low pass Filters..............................................................................................................25
LIR Crossover Filtering...................................................................................................................26
Parametric Equalisation and All-Pass Filters.................................................................................26
Limiters..........................................................................................................................................26
Amplifier Gain ...............................................................................................................................28
Routing..........................................................................................................................................28
AES3 ..............................................................................................................................................28
Utility Pages ......................................................................................................................................28
Screen Contrast............................................................................................................................. 28
Stereo Linking................................................................................................................................28
Current Ethernet IP Address .........................................................................................................28
IP Mode.........................................................................................................................................28
IP Static..........................................................................................................................................28
Store Snapshot.............................................................................................................................. 29
Recall Snapshot.............................................................................................................................29
Bandwidth Units............................................................................................................................29
Aux Style........................................................................................................................................29
Ethernet ............................................................................................................................................29
Ethernet configurations ................................................................................................................29
DHCP .............................................................................................................................................29
AUTO-IP.........................................................................................................................................29
Static-IP .........................................................................................................................................30
IP Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................30
Snapshots..........................................................................................................................................30

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AUX Port............................................................................................................................................ 30
Latency delay .................................................................................................................................... 33
Input/Output Latencies................................................................................................................. 33
Processing Latencies .....................................................................................................................33
Secure Mode.....................................................................................................................................34
Overlay Flush.....................................................................................................................................34
Processing Block Diagram .....................................................................................................................35
Input Menu Map Utility Menu Map.................................................................................... 36
Output Menu Map ................................................................................................................................ 38
EQ and Filter Response Graphs............................................................................................................. 39
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................43
Connectors........................................................................................................................................ 43
Environmental...................................................................................................................................43
Dimensions........................................................................................................................................43
Options.................................................................................................................................................. 44

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1Read these instructions.
2Keep these instructions.
3Heed all warnings.
4Follow all instructions.
5Do not use this apparatus near water.
6Clean only with dry cloth.
7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9Do 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
had two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart /
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Service is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, this
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.

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SAFETY WARNING
Permanent disconnection from the mains supply is to be achieved by removing the supplied
cord connector from the back of the unit.
SAFETY WARNING
Do not remove any covers, loosen any fixings or allow items to enter any aperture.
SAFETY WARNING
Objects filled with liquids should not be placed on this apparatus.
SAFETY WARNING
Replace the mains fuse only with a fuse of the same type
SAFETY WARNING
The rear of the product may get hot. Avoid direct skin contact during operation and for at
least 5 minutes after power has been isolated.
AVERTISSEMENT DE SECURITE
Pour déconnecter l'appareil de l'alimentation principale de façon permanente, débranchez
le connecteur du câble fourni à l'arrière de l'appareil.
AVERTISSEMENT DE SECURITE
Ne retirez pas les couvercles, ne desserrez pas les fixations et ne laissez aucune pièce
s'introduire dans les ouvertures.
AVERTISSEMENT DE SECURITE
Ne placez pas d'objets contenant du liquide à proximité de l'appareil.
AVERTISSEMENT DE SECURITE
Ne remplacez le fusible de réseau principal que par un fusible du même type.
AVERTISSEMENT DE SECURITE
Le radiateur arrière de cet appareil devient chaud. Evitez tout contact direct avec la peau
pendant le fonctionnement et au moins 5 minutes après la mise hors tension de l'appareil.

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COMPLIANCE
FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE
This product complies with both the LVD (electrical safety) 73/23/EEC and EMC
(electromagnetic compatibility) 89/336/EEC directives issues by the commission of the
European community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity with the following European standards:
EN60065 Product safety
EN55103-1 EMC emissions
EN55103-2 EMC immunity
This product is intended for the following electromagnetic environments: E1, E2; E3 & E4.
FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE USA
This product has been tested for electrical safety and complies with:
UL60065 7th edition
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES
We, Linea Research Ltd. of Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 6XL, England, declare under our sole
responsibility that devices in the DNA range of products, comply with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

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communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been designed to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment.
FOR CUSTOMERS IN CANADA
This product has been tested for electrical safety and complies with:
CA /CSA C22.2 No.60065-03
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH CANADIAN ICES-003
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Thanks and Unpacking
Thank you for choosing a Danley Sound Labs DNA SC48 advanced system controller for your
application. Please spare a little time to study the contents of this manual, so that you obtain the
best possible performance from this unit.
All Danley Sound Labs products are carefully engineered for world-class performance and reliability.
If you would like further information about this or any other Danley Sound Labs product, please
contact us. We look forward to helping you in the near future.
Unpacking the Danley Sound Labs DNA SC48 series controller
After unpacking the unit please check carefully for damage. If damage is found, please notify the
carrier concerned at once. You, the consignee, must instigate any claim. Please retain all packaging
in case of future re-shipment.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1THIS PRODUCT MUST BE EARTHED. Use only a flexible cable or cord provided with a
green or green and yellow core which must be connected to the protective earthing
terminal of a suitable mains plug or the earthing terminal of the installation. The
cord must be of maximum length 7.5 meters, rated SJ, SJT, or SJE, 10A minimum and
be marked VW-1.
2Wiring to this product must only be made by suitably qualified personnel and must
comply with all local requirements.
3Do not install this equipment in an enclosed space. Do not limit free ventilation and
movement of air around the back panel. Ensure that there is at least 100mm (4") of
space around all sides of the product for ventilation.
4Only use attachments and accessories approved by or specified by the manufacturer.