Dolby Laboratories 131 User manual

Dolby Speaker System 131
Owner's Manual
1 January 2022
Issue 1 Part number: 8800300

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Contents
1 Important safety and regulatory information............................................................................................4
2 Introduction to Dolby Speaker System 131................................................................................................7
2.1 About this documentation....................................................................................................................8
2.2 CS131MH key features and benefits..................................................................................................... 8
2.3 CS136LF key features and benefits.......................................................................................................9
2.4 Selecting the wire for the System 131.................................................................................................. 10
2.5 Installing System 131 in a typical auditorium ..................................................................................... 11
2.6 Additional information..........................................................................................................................13
2.7 Contacting Dolby .................................................................................................................................. 13
3 Assembling System 131...............................................................................................................................14
3.1 Assembling and installing System 131................................................................................................. 15
3.2 Aiming System 131................................................................................................................................ 18
3.3 Connecting electrical components ......................................................................................................20
4 Dolby Speaker System 131 and system components specifications........................................................ 29
4.1 Dolby Speaker System 131 specifications............................................................................................30
4.2 CS131MH specifications........................................................................................................................ 31
4.3 CS136LF specifications..........................................................................................................................33
4.4 Dolby Speaker System dimensions...................................................................................................... 34
5 Dolby Speaker System 131 digital signal processing requirements......................................................... 35
5.1 System 131 triamplifier mode...............................................................................................................36
5.2 System 131 biamplifier mode............................................................................................................... 37
6 Setting system limiters................................................................................................................................40
7 Documentation revision history................................................................................................................. 42
Contents
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1
Important safety and regulatory information
Safety
INSTALLER ASSUMES ALL RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY FOR THE INSTALLATION OF
THIS PRODUCT.
No information contained in this guide is intended as a warranty on the part of Dolby.
Anyone using this information assumes all liability arising from its use. Product
abuse, use of the product not in accordance with Dolby instructions, or use in an
application for which the product has not been designed is not covered under any
Dolby warranty, nor is Dolby liable for any loss or damage.
Installation must be performed by qualified, licensed, and insured installers, and
installed in accordance with all laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the
installation site. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or even death.
Prior to installing this product, read and completely understand the installation
instructions. You must read these instructions to prevent personal injury and
property damage. Keep the installation instructions in an easily accessible location
for future reference.
A licensed professional engineer must approve the placement and method of
attachment to the building structure prior to the installation of the system.
All information presented herein is based upon materials and practices common to
North America and may not directly apply to other countries because of diering
material dimensions, specifications, and/or local regulations. Installers in other
countries should consult with appropriate engineering and regulatory authorities for
specific guidelines.
Any supplied rigging hardware is intended only for use with the specified
loudspeaker(s). The installer assumes all risk of loss and/or injury arising out of the
use of the supplied rigging hardware with any other loudspeaker. All other rigging is
considered part of the venue and/or installer-supplied equipment and is not
addressed in this guide. This guide is not a comprehensive source for rigging in
general. Installer assumes all responsibility for ensuring that accepted rigging and
safety practices are employed. Installer assumes all responsibility for the appropriate
use of Dolby supplied rigging hardware and follows at a minimum all applicable laws,
rules, and regulations in force for each venue.
Make sure that no water pipes, natural gas lines, electrical wire, or conduit are
present where the speaker is to be installed. Cutting or drilling into water pipes,
natural gas lines, electrical wire, or conduit could cause serious personal injury or
property damage.
Important safety and regulatory information
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Dolby is not responsible for the application of its products for any purpose or the
misuse of this information for any purpose. Furthermore, Dolby is not responsible for
the abuse of its products caused by avoiding compliance with inspection and
maintenance procedures or any other abuse.
BKT.FLR floor brackets are available (sold separately) to secure the entire speaker
system to the auditorium mounting surface. Vibration from this type of speaker
system is high and may cause cabinets to shi. Failure to secure the bottom speaker
cabinet to the mounting surface may result in the entire system tipping or falling,
which may cause damage or injury. Proper selection of mounting hardware is not
included; proper assembly and installation of mounting hardware, including, but not
limited to, selection of appropriate weight-bearing support and bracket use, are the
exclusive responsibility of the installer. Dolby disclaims any liability, including
damage or injury, for the use of mounting hardware supplied by any party other than
Dolby. Any modification to the speaker system hardware provided by Dolby (for
example, mounting by drilling holes into the speaker system) will render the product
warranty null and void.
Caution: Use proper liing techniques when working with
heavy objects to avoid personal injury. Always be careful
when moving the CS136LF or the assembled Dolby Speaker
System 131 and employ at least two people when
attempting any relocation of the loudspeakers.
No open flame sources should be placed on or near the apparatus. Do not install near
any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that
produce heat.
Storage temperature: -4 to +140°F (-20 to +60°C). The products covered by this
manual are not intended for use in high-moisture environments. Moisture can
damage the product and cause corrosion of electrical contacts and metal parts. Avoid
exposing the speakers to direct moisture. Keep speakers out of extended or intense
direct sunlight. Premature product failure or serious personal injury could occur if
this product is used outdoors or in wet indoor environments.
Caution: Vibration from this type of speaker system is high
and may cause cabinets to shi. Failure to secure the bottom
speaker cabinet to the building structure may result in the
speaker system tipping or falling, which may cause damage or
injury.
High temperature warning: Loudspeaker system may reach
elevated temperatures during operation. Always remove all
drive signals and allow ample time for the system to cool
down prior to handling.
Hearing damage can occur by prolonged exposure to excessive sound pressure level (SPL); the
loudspeaker is easily capable of generating SPL suicient to cause permanent hearing damage to
performers, production crew, or audience members. Caution should be taken to avoid prolonged
exposure to SPL in excess of 90 dB.
This product is intended for indoor use only.
Clean the metal frame and chassis only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the instructions as detailed in this
manual and the Product Information document.
Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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When a rolling cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way.
This product may require installation in a restricted access location. Please refer to this manual and to
the Product Information document.
Warning:
To reduce electric shock, do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing; no objects filled with
liquids, such as mugs, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Caution:
Troubleshooting must be performed by a trained electrician. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not attempt to service this equipment unless you are qualified to do so.
Caution:
This symbol that appears on the unit and/or instruction manual is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important safety operating and maintenance instructions.
Warning:
This symbol that appears on the unit and/or instruction manual is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous" voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of suicient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
High temperature warning:
This symbol that appears on the unit and/or the instruction manual is intended to alert the user that
the item can be hot and that care must be taken accordingly.
EU environmental regulations/compliance and product disposal information
Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS): All Dolby products comply with the
requirements of the EU RoHS Directive. This product is electronic equipment and should be disposed
of in accordance with all applicable laws.
Do not dispose as household waste. Do not dispose of the product in a fire. Please dispose of this
product by taking it to your local electronic waste collection point or recycling center. For information
regarding where to recycle electronic equipment, contact your local dealer. For additional information
regarding Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and product disposal go to http://
www.dolby.com/us/en/about/environmental-commitment.html.
Russian environmental regulations and compliance
This product complies with Russian EAC RoHS requirements.
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2
Introduction to Dolby Speaker System 131
The Dolby Speaker System 131 (also referred to as System 131 in this documentation) is designed to
meet the needs of a high-performance screen speaker in a large Dolby Atmos or premium large format
cinema. System 131 delivers consistent audio coverage and uniform volume shading for every seat in a
venue of up to approximately 34 meters (111.5 feet) in depth. System 131 consists of one CS131MH
loudspeaker for mid and high frequencies and one CS136LF loudspeaker for low and low/mid
frequencies, providing greater intelligibility and enhanced low-frequency extension. With intuitive
ergonomic design and features, System 131 enables quick, easy installation and service. Built on the
foundation of the Dolby industry-leading system design and support philosophy, System 131 provides
elevated premium large format performance and streamlines speaker integration.
Figure 1: Dolby Speaker System 131 full speaker stack
This chapter covers:
•About this documentation
•CS131MH key features and benefits
•CS136LF key features and benefits
•Selecting the wire for the System 131
•Installing System 131 in a typical auditorium
•Additional information
•Contacting Dolby
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2.1 About this documentation
This documentation provides key features and benefits of System 131 and shows you how to install the
system in a typical cinematic exhibition environment.
2.2 CS131MH key features and benefits
System 131 uses one CS131MH unit, which reproduces mid- and high-frequency audio using the Dolby
patented dual-entrant waveguide (two drivers in the same horn structure) that enables close proximity of the
mid- and high-frequency drivers in the vertical plane. This configuration yields improved pattern and
amplitude control around the crossover frequency, yielding smoother full-frequency response coverage to all
seats in the auditorium.
Figure 2: CS131MH front (le) and rear (right)
• A sculpted front horn enables closer placement of the horn to the screen (even when the horn is tilted
forward), which minimizes interference from screen reflections while achieving downward angles to
cover the entire audience.
• The high-frequency driver is a very low-distortion 51 mm high-temperature polymer dome driver with a
frequency response up to 20 kHz.
• The mid-frequency driver is a unique high-performance composite diaphragm based compression driver
providing high sensitivity and power handling while covering the entire primary vocal range (400 Hz to 4
kHz), greatly enhancing intelligibility, even in the largest auditoriums.
• The advanced input plate features a high-current, spring-loaded terminal block that enables quick
installation without the need for spade lugs or a crimping tool.
• To easily select between the passive crossover or to directly amplify each driver, a unique flip-card circuit
board enables simple electrical routing and tool-free configuration.
• The entire assembly mounts directly to the CS136LF unit and features independent horizontal and
vertical aiming adjustments.
• A convenient aiming mechanism uses an installer-provided common laser pointer for accurate pointing of
the mid-/high-frequency horn to achieve maximum coverage.
• The dual-entrant asymmetrical horn enables close transducer proximity in the vertical plane, which
yields improved pattern and amplitude control around the crossover frequency.
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• The unique asymmetrical mid-/high-frequency horn design provides long-distance coverage to the back
of the cinema from the top of the horn, whereas the bottom of the horn provides wider coverage and
volume shading for the audience closer to the screen. This provides greatly improved coverage for the
entire auditorium in comparison to conventional horn designs.
Figure 3: Dolby asymmetrical horn coverage
2.3 CS136LF key features and benefits
System 131 utilizes one CS136LF unit to produce the low frequencies and low/mid frequencies.
Figure 4: CS136LF
• Contains two 15-inch woofers that can be driven in parallel, or driven individually to maximize available
amplifier power.
CS136LF key features and benefits
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• Each 15-inch driver is contained in an independent chamber within the cabinet, providing improved
performance and reliability.
• On the CS136LF, the unique flip-card printed circuit board enables electrical routing for parallel wiring to
each driver from a separate amplifier channel, or individual wiring to the amplifier channel on each
driver. With the CS136LF flip card, you can select either biamplifier mode or single-amplifier mode.
• The close spacing of the woofers improves system vertical dispersion.
• Rubber feet on the bottom of the cabinet provide vibration control.
• Integrated handles on the sides of the speaker cabinet are positioned at the center of gravity to improve
safety and comfort during handling and installation.
• The optional BKT.FLR floor bracket kit (available from Dolby) enables secure installation of the entire
system to the building structure or a screen platform attached to the building structure. The kit includes
two brackets.
• The CS136LF attachment points are provided for connecting to the auditorium mounting surface only;
they are not intended for hanging or flying the speaker. Always be sure to adhere to local building codes
in your region.
• The advanced input plate features a high-current, spring-loaded terminal block, which enables quick
installation with no crimp tools or spade lugs needed, vastly simplifying installation.
2.4 Selecting the wire for the System 131
It is important that you select the correct wire gauge for the System 131.
Typically, no more than 0.5 dB (or 11%) of power should be lost in the cabling. The System 131 input plates
accept an American Wire Gauge (AWG) of 18 AWG to 6 AWG (1 mm2to 16 mm2). Typically, we recommend a
wire gauge of 16 AWG to 12 AWG (1.5 mm2 to 4 mm2).
Note: The input terminals are marked with indicators to show the polarity. Per International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards, a positive voltage on the positive marked input results
in the transducers moving outward (with the exception of the high-frequency channel in passive
mode only, which will have a negative polarity). The CS131MH and CS136LF dier in the order of
negative and positive terminations. You must verify the positive and negative markings for each
respective product. Always tie the cable down to the available hardware to minimize any buzzing or
pullouts. If possible, aer wiring is completed, play sound through the speaker to identify any
connection issues, buzzing, or rattling.
Related information
Connecting electrical components on page 20
Introduction to Dolby Speaker System 131
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