Nova HDC 84 User manual

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 NOVA HDC48 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........................................................................................................................20
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

Automatic Input Selection (Fallover) ............................................................................................24
Gain and Polarity...........................................................................................................................24
Delay .............................................................................................................................................24
High Pass Filter..............................................................................................................................24
Parametric Equalisation................................................................................................................24
FIR Shelving EQ..............................................................................................................................24
Parametric Filters..........................................................................................................................25
Routing..........................................................................................................................................25
Output...............................................................................................................................................25
AES3 outputs.................................................................................................................................25
Gain and Polarity...........................................................................................................................25
Delay .............................................................................................................................................25
High and Low pass Filters..............................................................................................................26
LIR Crossover Filtering...................................................................................................................26
Parametric Equalisation and All-Pass Filters.................................................................................26
Limiters..........................................................................................................................................27
Amplifier Gain ...............................................................................................................................28
Routing..........................................................................................................................................28
AES3 ..............................................................................................................................................28
Utility Pages ......................................................................................................................................28
Screen Contrast.............................................................................................................................28
Stereo Linking................................................................................................................................28
Current Ethernet IP Address .........................................................................................................29
IP Mode.........................................................................................................................................29
IP Static..........................................................................................................................................29
Store Snapshot..............................................................................................................................29
Recall Snapshot.............................................................................................................................29
Bandwidth Units............................................................................................................................29
Aux Style........................................................................................................................................29
Ethernet ............................................................................................................................................29
Ethernet configurations ................................................................................................................29
DHCP .............................................................................................................................................29
AUTO-IP.........................................................................................................................................30
Static-IP .........................................................................................................................................30

IP Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................30
Snapshots..........................................................................................................................................30
AUX Port............................................................................................................................................31
Latency delay ....................................................................................................................................33
Input/Output Latencies.................................................................................................................33
Processing Latencies .....................................................................................................................33
Secure Mode.....................................................................................................................................34
Overlay Flush.....................................................................................................................................34
Revert to Factory Settings.................................................................................................................34
Processing Block Diagram .....................................................................................................................35
Input Menu Map Utility Menu Map....................................................................................36
Output Menu Map................................................................................................................................37
EQ and Filter Response Graphs.............................................................................................................38
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................41
Connectors........................................................................................................................................41
Environmental...................................................................................................................................41
Dimensions........................................................................................................................................41
Options..................................................................................................................................................42

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.