Extron electronics SSP 7.1 User manual

SSP 7.1 Setup Guide
68-1339-50
Rev. A
05 09
The Extron®SSP 7.1 is a 7.1 channel Surround Sound processor
with four digital inputs and one analog input. The unit accepts a
range of source formats and uses various listening mode options
for use in 5.1 to 7.1 surround sound system configurations.
The listening mode determines which audio signals will be passed
to the speakers. Each combination of source format and speaker
configuration has a default listening mode. The default listening
mode can be overridden by the front panel controls and the SSP 7.1
Windows®Control Program (WCP) to select a mode that matches
the requirements of the room and the listener's personal preferences.
This guide provides basic instructions for an experienced installer to install and perform the initial configuration
on the SSP 7.1. For further details, see the SSP 7.1 User's Manual on the Extron Web site (www.extron.com).
SSP 7.1 Installation
Use the four rubber feet provided with the SSP 7.1, and place the unit on any convenient flat surface. The SSP 7.1
can also be mounted in a rack, with the optional rack-mounting kit (RSU 126: Part # 60-190-10), or under furniture,
with the optional under-furniture mounting kit (MBU 125: Part # 70-077-01). For complete instructions on
mounting the unit, consult the SSP 7.1 User's Manual, which is available on the Extron Web site (www.extron.com).
SSP 7.1 Front and Rear Panel Features
aConfig Port
bInput Source Format Indicator
cMode Override Selector
dInput Selections
eVolume Adjust Knob and LED Bar /Analog
Input Gain Level Control and LED Bar
fAC Power Input
gAudio Inputs
hAudio Outputs
iRS-232 Port
SSP 7.1 Cable Connectons
1. The SSP 7.1 uses an IEC power cable to connect to a 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, power source.
2. The SSP 7.1 accepts four digital inputs and one analog input:
Inputs 1 and 2 accept digital signals through S/PDIF optical cables.•
Inputs 3 and 4 accept digital signals through S/PDIF coaxial cables.•
Input 5 accepts a balanced or unbalanced, stereo or mono analog input through a 5-pin captive screw•
connector.
3. The SSP 7.1 outputs are balanced/unbalanced, line level, analog signals that feed into multi-channel
amplifiers for configurations up to 7.1 surround sound. See the wiring card (included) to ensure correct
connections to the SSP 7.1.
4. Connect the front panel Config port or rear panel RS-232 port to a PC that has the SSP 7.1 WCP installed (see
SSP 7.1 Windows Control Program Installation, on the next page).
1Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
2 Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535;
7,003,467 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, DTS Digital Surround, ES, and Neo:6 are
registered trademarks and the DTS logos, Symbol and DTS 96/24 are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS,
Inc. All Rights Reserved.
SSP 7.1
SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR
1 2 3 4 5
CLIP
INPUTS
MODE OVERRIDE
TO ALL
PL II/IIx
DOWNMIX
DTS NEO:6
2-CH
PCM
D
DTS
SOURCE
CONFIG
VOLUME
4 5
2
13
100-240V .5A
50-60Hz INPUTS
DIGITAL
OUTPUTS SSP 7.1
12
35
ANALOG
FRONT CENTER SIDE BACK RS-232
Tx Rx
SUB
WOOFER
4
LRLRLRLR
8
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SSP 7.1 Setup Guide, Cont'd
SSP 7.1 Windows Control Program Installation
Install the SSP 7.1 WCP on a PC running Microsoft®Windows 2000, or later. For full details about computer
requirements, see the SSP 7.1 User's Manual on the Extron Web site (www.extron.com).
Insert the disk provided into the computer's CD/DVD drive. The disk should open automatically. If it does not,
open it from "My Computer". Select the Software tab, locate the program, click Install, and follow the on screen
instructions.
The program can also be downloaded from the Extron Web site (www.extron.com) by clicking on the Download
tab, selecting Software from the list at the left of the screen, and locating the program. Click on Install and follow
the on screen instructions.
By default, the program is installed in the folder C:\Program Files\Extron\SSP7.1 and an icon may be placed on
the computer's desktop.
SSP 7.1 Windows Control Program Configuration
The SSP 7.1 is "Plug and Play" for a 5.1 speaker setup. When the unit is
connected to power, an audio source, and speakers, it produces an audio output
that corresponds to the default listiening mode for the current combination
of source format and speaker configuration. If a different listening mode or
speaker configuration is required, change it through the SSP 7.1 WCP.
1. Ensure the control computer is connected to the Config port or RS-232 port
of the SSP 7.1.
2. The program opens with the Communications dialog box (shown in the
figure at right). Select the RS-232 tab.
3. If necessary, change the computer port and baud rate.
4. Click on Connect.
5. The program opens with the Main Tab
selected (shown in the figure at right).
There are a total of six tabs (Main, Speaker
Distance, Speaker Configuration, Listening
Mode, Setup, and Advanced).
NThe order of the tabs provides a logical
sequence for configuring the SSP 7.1.
Extron recommends that each tab is
configured in the order it appears at the top
of the screen.
The Main Tab recreates all the features found on
the front panel of the SSP 7.1. The remaining
panels allow the speakers and listening mode to
be configured. Full details about using the SSP 7.1
WCP can be found in the the SSP 7.1 User's
Manual on the Extron Web site
(www.extron.com) or in the program's Help File.