DAPAudio Xtreme X-2000 Product guide
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1. DF 12 ORDERCODE D2060 SHOWELECTRONICS FOR PROFESSIONALS Congratulations You have bought a great innovative product from DAP Audio The DAP Audio DF 12 brings excitement to any venue Whether you want simple plug amp play action or a sophisticated show this product provides the effect you need You can rely on DAP Audio for more excellent audio products We design and manufacture professional audio equipment for the entertainment industry New products are being launched regularly We work hard to keep you our customer satisfied For more information iwant dap audio info You can get some of the best quality best priced products on the market from DAP Audio o0 next time turn to DAP Audio for more great audio equipment Always get the best with DAP Audio Thank you DAP Audio DAP Audio DF 12 Product Guide NU API A cle se es ss Safety instructions Operating I EE Description SFC TOTO ETT Overview Front side Overview Back side Installation Set Up and Operation Menu Functions Frequency Chart Preset E lel RERRRRE Connection cccccecceccccccaccceceuceceaeceeaeaeseeeucceueeuaeecuceeuetuceeeeuuenunuetucesueeuannegs Maintenance 2 occ ccc ccccccccccccccccccccccccuccucecceccecuecueduenuecneauecuecueduedueueaucueeueeaueutaueusugueeesu2. 1200 1530 1920 2400 3020 3830 4800 6040 7660 9600 12000 15300 19200 2 60 ISO 12250 12500 15650 16000 19600 20000 10 41 51 65 82 103 129 164 205 257 324 410 513 647 820 1025 1285 1640 2050 2565 3235 4100 5130 6470 8200 10250 12850 16400 21 26 3 33 2 42 53 66 84 105 132 168 210 263 332 420 526 664 840 1050 1320 1680 2100 2630 3320 4200 5260 6640 8400 10500 13200 16800 21 5 27 34 1 43 54 68 86 108 136 172 215 270 341 430 539 681 860 1075 1355 1720 2150 2695 3405 4300 5390 6810 8600 10750 13550 17200 22 27 6 34 9 44 55 70 88 110 139 176 220 2 6 349 440 552 698 880 1100 1390 1 60 2200 2760 3490 4400 5520 6980 8800 11000 13900 17600 2 60 4 60 6 60 8 60 10 60 20 5 25 7 32 4 22 5 28 3 35 8 45 5 71 5 90 113 143 180 225 283 358 450 565 715 900 1125 1425 1800 2250 2825 3575 4500 5650 7150 9000 11250 14250 18000 Preset Table Preset Filter 1 Filter 2 Filter 3 Filter 4 Filter 5 Filter 6 Filter 7 Filter 8 Filter 9 Filter 10 Filter 11 Filter 12 2xMONITOR as Feedback Destroyer only 7 single shots 5 automatic filters for most monitor setup SING SING SING SING SING SING SING AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO SING SING SING SING SING SING SING AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO MONO AUTO PILOT 12 filters per channel constantly chase and destroy feedbacks
3. If you press the STORE button again the SV indication in the display will disappear 5 Installation Remove all packing materials from the DF 12 Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed Screw the equipment into a 19 rack Connect all cables Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing Damages caused by non observance are not subject to warranty Set Up and Operation Before plugging the unit in always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 240V power or vice versa Install this device on a flat surface not bending or curved Do not supply power before all components of the system are set up and connected properly The DF 12 is a fully parametric equalizer for automatic feedback reduction The device can be operated in 2 channel mono or stereo mode 12 equalizer filters are available per channel They can either be adjusted manually or automatically via two auto functions If you do not need all equalizer filters for suppressing feedback you can use the remaining filter for adjusting the room acoustics etc The DF 12 has 10 programs for saving your settings Program 1 10 Note Program 0 is only for adjusting the parameter values They cannot be saved on Program 0 Select a program If you have already saved a program you can select it as follows Press the Filter Select button 6 The col
4. AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 4 STEREO PARAMETRIC EQ Preset with 12 ISO frequencies all set to 1 3 octave gain 0dB Couple J125Hz 160Hz 200Hz 250Hz 315Hz 500Hz 630Hz 800Hz I KHz 1 25 2 1 6 2 5 STEREO PARAMETRIC EQ Preset with 12 ISO frequencies all set to 2 3 octave gain 0dB 100Hz 160Hz 250Hz 400Hz 630Hz 1 6KHz 2 5KHz JAKHz 6 3KHz 23MONO Sample monitoring left for handheld lead microphone s right for fixed backing ones mi SING SING SING AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO SING SING SING SING SING AUTO AUTO AUTO MONO PARAMETRI and SINGLE SHOT FILTERS A good start for fixed backing ones SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING STEREO FOH EQ providing 4 parametric EQ low roll in filter and 2 plus 8 single shot filters eT 1 PEQ PEQ PEQ SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING SING 10c t Channels are coupled changes on one channel are valid for both channels AN _ 4dB 9 MONO FREE MONO FREE eee eee SING SING SING SING SING SING SING AUTO AUTO SING SING SING SING SING SING SING AUTO AUTO 10 _ STEREO FREE SING SING SING SING SING SING SING AUTO AUTO 11 Connection Cables Take care of the connector cables always holding them by the connectors and avoiding knots and twists when coiling them This gives the advant
5. Mode 4 CH R Couple 5 Store MIDI 6 Filter SEL Sequence amp Filter button Press once to enter Filter 12 filters and twice to enter Sequence 10 Channels 7 CHL 8 Bypass This button allows you to instantly compare the original sound Display shows BYP with the equalized sound Display shows GEQ 9 Power Switch Digital 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 2123 24 Fig 2 DF 12 DESCRIPTION REAR PANEL 10 IEC Connector Fuse 11 AC Voltage Selector 115V 230V 12 Midi Out 13 Midi Thru 14 Midi In 15 XLR Output 2 16 TRS Output 2 17 Input Level 20dB 4dB 18 TRS Input 2 19 XLR Input 2 20 TRS Output 1 21 XLR Output 1 22 Input Level 20dB 4dB 23 TRS Input 1 24 XLR Input 1 29 26 2 28 29 30 31 Fig 3 25 Clip LED for Left Right Input Output indication 26 P indicates the Program You can select between P1 P10 27 CH Adjust the Left Right Channel 28 EQ EQ On means all filters are on EQ off means Auto amp single are not affected BYPA means all filter effects are not functioning because you are in Bypass mode 29 FILT indicates the Filter You can select between FILT1 FILT12 30 PEQ 4 Available modes OFF PEQ parametric EQ AUTO and SING single 31 SV This reminds the user that the editable parameters are ready to be saved and stored in the memory by blinking slowly every 2 seconds Press the STORE button once and it will blink every second
6. aded Note All adjustments will be deleted Please see the Preset Table See Page 11 for all the presets MIDl settings Press and hold the Bvpass button 8 and press the Store button 5 in order to enter the Midi menu Press the Bvpass button 8 in order to navigate the Midi menu Channel select CH XX Select the desired Midi channel via the jog wheel 2 When vou want to switch off the Midi function select CHOFF Omni mode In the Omni mode the DF 12 sends and receives all data on all Midi channels Adjusting the receive send options Display Mode Control O The DF 12 ignores all controller data nothing is received or sent Adjusting the program changes Display Mods Program changes will not be sent Program changes will be received but not sent Program changes will be sent but not received Program changes will be received and sent Overwrite programs The Save On function enables quick storing of programs coming from the Midi controller to the DF 12 If the Save On function is activated the DF 12 receives Controller 28 data The current adjustments will be directly saved on the program number corresponding to the controller value Note The transmission and storage will not require a confirmation Already existing programs will immediately be overwritten Switch this device off as soon as you do not need it anymore save Off The DF 12 does not react to Controller 28 data The
7. age of increasing their life and reliability which is always to your advantage Periodically check that your cables are in good condition that they are correctly wired and that all their contacts are perfectly efficient a great number of problems faulty contacts ground hum discharges etc are caused entirely by using unsuitable or faulty cables Headphones Tip Left signal Ring Right signal Sleeve Ground Shield Tip Ring Sleeve Strain relief clamp Pin 2 Signal Pin 3 Signal Unbalanced mono 1 4 jack plug Balanced mono 1 4 jack p Tip Tip Signal hot ve Ring cold ve Sleeve Sleeve Ground Shield Ground Shield Tip Tip Ring Sleeve Sleeve Strain relief clamp Strain relief clamp Input Ground Shield Signal Hum gt Positive Signal Signal Hum Negative Hum Signal lug 4 2 x Signal Signal 6 dB and Hum _LL Compensation of interference with balanced connections 12 Balanced use with XLR connectors 1 Ground Shield 2 hot ve 3 cold ve Output For unbalanced use PIN 1 and PIN 3 have to be bridged Maintenance The DF 12 equalizer requires almost no maintenance However you should keep the unit clean Disconnect the mains power supply and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth Do not immerse in liquid Keep connections clean Disconnect electric pow
8. d via the DF 12 MIDI THRU jack to your multi effect processor MIDI THRU The MIDI THRU jack is used to loop through incoming data i e any control received at the MIDI In of the DF 12 will be transmitted via the MIDI THRU jack to other MIDI devices or instruments MIDI OUT The MIDI OUT jack allows for transmitting MIDI data that originate from the DF 12 MIDI Application with DF 12 With its built in interface the DF 12 can be integrated into any MIDI system where it transmits and receives both program change and controller change information to perform program changes via MIDI from a sequencer or any other MIDI devices MIDI OUT MIDI THRU MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI OUT MIDI IN 1 MIDI IN 2 Frequency Chart DISPLAY 20Hz 25Hz 32Hz 40Hz 50Hz 63Hz 80Hz 100Hz 125Hz 160Hz 0 20KHz 0 25KHz 0 32KHz 0 40KHz 0 50KHz 0 63KHz 0 80KHz 1 00KHz 1 25KHz 1 60KHz 2 0KHz 2 5KHz 3 2KHz 4 0KHz 5 0KHz 6 30KHz 8 0KHz 10 0KHz 12 5KHz 16 0KHz 20KHz 9 60 8 60 23 28 9 36 6 46 58 73 92 115 146 184 230 289 366 460 5 8 732 920 1150 1460 1840 2300 2890 3660 4600 5780 7320 9200 11500 14600 18400 6 60 23 5 29 6 37 5 47 59 75 94 118 150 188 235 296 375 470 591 749 940 1175 1495 1880 2350 2955 3745 4700 5910 7490 9400 11750 14950 18800 4 60 24 30 2 38 3 48 60 77 96 120 153 192 240 302 383 480 604 766 960
9. device automatically switches to Save Off when switched off SysEx Dump With this function you can transmit the memory content between 2 DF 12 s or to another Midi Sys Ex compatible Sequencer or computer Please note a received Sys Ex Dump can delete all settings of a device If you do not wish that a device accidentally receives Sys Ex data switch it off or adjust another Midi channel Connect the Midi Out socket of the sending device with the Midi In socket of the receiving one Set the receiving device to SYS RXD and press the Store button The device is ready for receiving Set the sending device to SYS TXD Press the Store button as soon as the receiving device is ready for receiving MIDI Able to transmit amp receive REAL TIME transmission data through MIDI connection MIDI IN Any MIDI data sent to the DF 12 sequencer MIDI footswitch etc is received via the MIDI IN jack For example if you wish to use the DF 12 as an effect device for a guitar rack you can connect the MIDI In jack to a MIDI footswitch which allows for selecting program presets Another possibility if your footswitch allows it is to control the gain of every frequency band separately with an expression pedal Per expression pedal you can only control 1 frequency band or master volume For more details see the MIDI Implementation Chart If your rack includes another MIDI effect device a multi effect processor the data sent from the footswitch can be route
10. er and then wipe the audio connections with a damp cloth Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power Replacing a Fuse Power surges short circuit or inappropriate electrical power supply may cause a fuse to burn out If the fuse burns out the product will not function whatsoever If this happens follow the directions below to do so 1 Unplug the unit from electric power source 2 Insert a flat head screwdriver into a slot in the fuse cover Gently pry up the fuse cover 3 Remove the used fuse If brown or unclear it is burned out 4 Insert the replacement fuse into the holder where the old fuse was Reinsert the fuse cover Be sure to use a fuse of the same type and specification See the product specification label for details Troubleshooting Dap Audio DF 12 This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems If a problem occurs carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found Once the unit operates properly do not carry out following steps 1 If the device does not operate properly unplug the device 2 Check the power from the wall all cables etc 3 If all of the above appears to be O K plug the unit in again 4 If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem do not open the equalizer as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void 5 Return the equalizer to your Dap Audio dealer 13 Product Specificatio
11. frequencies are automatically detected and suppressed with the smallest possible bandwidth and cut Afterwards the filter is locked The adjusted frequency will be permanently monitored and doesn t change any more The DF 12 automatically adjusts the bandwidth and cut Adjusting the sensitivity The sensitivity of the DF 12 can be adjusted for both auto modes In its original setting the sensitivity is set to 6 dB This sensitivity is perfect for most applications If you set the sensitivity to 3 dB the sensitivity is lowered i e the device reacts more slowly to upcoming feedbacks If you set the sensitivity to 9 dB the highest sensitivity is reached e g for speech transmission Press and hold the Filter Mode button 3 and press the jog wheel 2 The display shows SENS and the current sensitivity Adjust the desired sensitivity via the jog wheel 2 and quit the mode by pressing the Filter Mode button 3 Bypass function By pressing the Bypass function all adjustments will be deactivated The display shows EQ OF This function allows you to instantly compare the original signal with the modified parametric equalizer PEQ signal Note When you activate the Bypass function all suppressed feedback frequencies are deactivated Danger of immediate feedbacks Restoring the original settings Press and hold the Filter Select button 6 and the Store button 5 while turning the device off and on again The original settings are lo
12. fully adjustable parametric filter First press and then turn the jog wheel 2 in order to change Parameter Freg 20 Hz to 20 kHz Gain 48 to 16 dB Band 1 60 octave to 2 octaves Fine 9 60 to 10 60 In Band mode you can select a bandwidth of 2 octaves by turning the jog wheel clockwise until the display reads 120 1 60 In Fine Mode you can fine tune the frequency bands in 1 60 octave steps 20Hz 20Khz 3 AUTO The Auto filter will work with 2 both modes SINGLE amp AUTO Mode In order to sense feedback the DF 12 will divide the entire frequency bandwidth in 1 60 octave steps New feedbacks are automatically detected and suppressed with the smallest possible bandwidth and cut The first Auto filter locks the feedback frequency while the remaining auto filters keep searching for other feedbacks and suppress them When all auto filters are occupied the filter with the oldest setting will be released in order to keep searching for new feedbacks In speech transmission you may want to lower the feedback sensitivity to 9dB This will compress the feedback On the other hand if you increase the sensitivity 3dB it will become more stable but it will be slower in detecting a feedback signal We advise you to use AUTO Mode when you work with portable microphones because they always have changeable feedback frequencies In this way upcoming feedbacks can be suppressed effectively 4 SING Single Feedbacks in certain
13. ins power supply immediately Have a qualified engineer inspect for safety before operating e If the system has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation e g after transportation do not switch it on immediately The arising condensation water might damage your system Leave the system switched off until it has reached room temperature Repairs servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician e WARRANTY Till one year after date of purchase OPERATING DETERMINATIONS If this system is operated in any other way than the one described in this manual the product may suffer damages and the warranty becomes void Any other operation may lead to dangers like short circuit burns electric shock etc You endanger your own safety and the safety of others Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property Description of the device Features The DF 12 is a professional Feedback Eliminator e The DF 12 effectively avoids any occurring feedbacks in your amplifying system e 4 different Monitor Modes OFF Parametric EQ Auto Mode Vocal Mode 12 automatically controlled feedback frequencies per channel Connection via balanced XLR sockets or jacks Total real time MIDI control 16 x 2 backlight LCD Display Overview o f 8 9 FILTER SEL CHL i FILTER MODE GHA ATORE 1 LCD Display 1 2 3 4 5 2 Parameter Push Jogwheel Adjust the parameters 3 Filter
14. labels from the unit Never use anything to cover the ground contact Do not insert objects into air vents Do not connect this system to a dimmerpack Do not switch the system on and off in short intervals as this would reduce the system s life Do not open this device Risk hazardous radiation exposure Do not run the output of any amplifier channel back into another channel s input Do not connect parallel or series an amplifier output with any other amplifier output Only use system indoor avoid contact with water or other liquids Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases Always disconnect power from the mains when system is not used Only handle the power cord by the plug Never pull out the plug by tugging the power cord Make sure you dont use the wrong kind of cables or defective cables Make sure that the signals into the mixer are balanced otherwise hum could be created Make sure you use DI boxes to balance unbalanced signals All incoming signals should be clear Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel 2 e Make sure that the power cord is never crimped or damaged Check the system and the power cord from time to time e Always operate the unit with the AC ground wire connected to the electrical system ground e Connecting amplifier outputs to oscilloscopes or other test equipment while the amplifier is in bridged mode may damage both the amplifier and test equipmen
15. naeeesuuensuuerness Replacing the Fuse Troubleshooting Product Specifications WARNING CAUTION Keep this system away from rain and moisture FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START UP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Every person involved with the installation operation and maintenance of this system has to be qualified follow the instructions of this manual CAUTION Be careful with your operations JIN With a dangerous voltage vou can suffer JIN a dangerous electric shock when touching the wiresl Before you initial start up please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation Should there be any consult your dealer and do not use the system To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the system are not subject to warranty This system contains no user serviceable parts Refer servicing to qualified technicians only IMPORTANT The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the system Never let the power cord come into contact with other cables Handle the power cord and all connections with the mains with particular caution Never remove warning or informative
16. ns Model DAP Audio DF 12 Power supply 230 VAC 50 Hz Power consumption 10 W Inputs XLR or balanced 1 4 jack Nominal Operating Level 20 dB to 4 dB Max input level 16 dB at 4 dB nominal level 2 dB at 20 dB nominal level Input impedance 400 balanced 200 unbalanced Outputs XLR or balanced 1 4 jack Max output level 16 dB at 4 dB nominal level 2 dB at 20 dB nominal level Output impedance 660 balanced 330 unbalanced Frequency range 20 Hz 20 kHz THD lt 0 06 S N ratio 98 dB 20 Hz 20 kHz Crosstalk 95 dB 20 Hz 20 kHz MIDI Interface 5 pin DIN socket IN OUT THRU Converters 24 bit Sigma Delta 64 128 times over sampling Sampling rate 48 kHz Dimensions 482 x 152 x 45 mm LxWxH Weight 3 kg Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice 14 AUDIO 2005 DapAudio
17. on behind the P in the display must flash f A fija AIRIAT reo r n BT INA OH Wale ALP IGMA Adjust the desired program via the jog wheel Save a program If you want to save the adjusted parameters press the Store button 5 select the desired program number via the jog wheel and confirm with the Store button 5 If an existing program is edited SV flashes in the display This means that the modification has not been stored yet For storing them press the Store button 5 twice Stereo Link First define if you want to operate the DF 12 mono L R or stereo LR Use the CH L 7 and CH R 4 buttons to select To select or deselect LR Mode you have to press both buttons 4 7 at the same time In the stereo mode all changes will be carried out at both channels 6 Filter Select Press the Filter Select button 6 and select the desired filter number via the jog wheel 2 The DF 12 is able to work with 4 different modes 1 OFF 2 PEQ 3 AUTO 4 SING You can independently set the Filter mode for each of the 12 filters In order to meet flexible amp complicated signal processing you may combine all 4 modes in one sequence Filter Mode Press the Filter Mode button and select the desired filter mode via the jog wheel 2 1 OFF In this mode the filter is not used and turned off If you want to activate the filter you can select PEQ AUTO or SING 2 PEQ This mode is a
18. t e Do not drive the inputs with a signal level bigger than required to drive the equipment to full output e In system setup the amplifier s output power must be 50926 10096 more than the loaded loudspeakers rated power e Please turn off the power switch when changing the power cord or signal cable or select the input mode switch e In typical use Please set the volume to OdB position e Sometimes when you want to send one signal to more than one amplifier you should use a signal distributor e Extreme frequency boosts in connection with a high input signal level may lead to overdriving your equipment Should this occur it is necessary to reduce the input signal level by using the INPUT control To emphasize a frequency range you don t necessarily have to move its respective sliding control upward try lowering surrounding frequency ranges instead This way you avoid causing the next piece of equipment in your sound path to overdrive You also preserve valuable dynamic reserve headroom e For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only e Prevent distortion Make sure that all components connected to the DF 12 have sufficient power ratings Otherwise distortion will be generated because the components are operated at their limits e Avoid ground loops Always be sure to connect the power amps and the mixing console to the same electrical circuit to ensure the same phase e If system is dropped or struck disconnect ma
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