QSC DCP Series
The DCP Series is a line of integrated Digital Cinema Processors that bring together all the essential functions of cinema audio: crossovers, booth monitor, routing, EQ, and status monitoring. DCP processors tame the complexity of projection booth audio systems, replacing an assortment of separately sourced parts with a single box that handles everything. Wiring is drastically simplified. Operation is straightforward and intuitive. Networking is comprehensive and extensible. And control — both local and remote — is exhaustive. Simply put, the DCP Series is the world’s most capable and efficient cinema processing solution.
Product Description
DCP Series
The DCP Series is a line of integrated Digital Cinema Processors that bring together all the essential functions of cinema audio: crossovers, booth monitor, routing, EQ, and status monitoring. DCP processors tame the complexity of projection booth audio systems, replacing an assortment of separately sourced parts with a single box that handles everything. Wiring is drastically simplified. Operation is straightforward and intuitive. Networking is comprehensive and extensible. And control — both local and remote — is exhaustive. Simply put, the DCP Series is the world’s most capable and efficient cinema processing solution.
- DSP presets instantly optimize for DCS speaker systems
- Master volume and 1/3-octave graphic EQ for all full-range channels
- Parametric EQ, polarity, delay, and gain for each channel
- Crossover support for 3 screen channels (DCP 100)
- Crossover support for 5 Screen channels (DCP 300)
- CobraNet for digital audio transport to DXP (200 and 300)
- SNMP for remote on- or off-site control and monitoring
- Remote access via DCPNet software and DCP Connect mobile app
- Digital and analog inputs
- DB-25 connection with D-Cinema server or film processor
- DataPort amp connections (no barrier strips or XLRs)
- RS-232 for serial automation control
- Full DCA support makes existing amps network-ready
- Easy integration with existing film processors for dual film/digital installations
- Compatible with all 5.1 and 7.1 audio formats
- Load-sharing dual power supplies for failure protection
- Multiple bypass modes with failure re-routing
- Full restore of settings from SD memory card
- Unified environment for all booth system functions
- Touch screen control
- DCPNet enables network access to any DCP Series cinema processor
- DCPConnect is a mobile app that turns an iOS or Android mobile device into a complete cinema sound remote controller
- Easy firmware updates
Models Overview
DCP 100 Front View
DCP 100 Back View
Features
- Digital inputs for up to eight channels of audio
- Network control and monitoring via SNMP
- Serial automation control via RS-232
- Analog Inputs for film processors, non-sync and Mic/line
- Master volume and full 1/3 octave graphic EQ on all channels
- Booth monitor with touch screen control for easy operation
- Digital loudspeaker crossovers – three passive or bi-amp screen channels
- Compatible with all existing DCA amplifiers – thousands of DCA equipped screens are ready for full network monitoring and control
- Replaces the DCM-1, DCM-10 and DCM-10D for digital projection retrofits
- Dual power supplies with load sharing for seamless operation in the event of failure
- SD memory card for quick unit swap – restores all settings
- Multiple bypass modes routes audio around failed components to insure that the show will go on
- DCP Manager and DCPNet PC-based application for set-up, control and monitoring
- DCP Connect mobile app for iPhone and Android provide control and monitoring capabilities via smart phone
- DSP presets for DCS speakers for great “out of box” performance and reduced set-up time
- Crossovers support three passive and active 2-way systems
- Easily integrates with existing film processors for dual film/digital projection systems
- Continued development of software and firmware will add new capabilities to the existing hardware with easy firmware updates
- The DCP 100 is designed expressly for the needs of D-Cinema sound systems
Technical Specifications
| SPECIFICATIONS | DCP 100 Digital Cinema Processor |
| Front Panel Controls | |
| Power switch | Rocker switch |
| Mute control | Push button |
| Auditorium fader | Rotary encoder |
| Monitor volume/parameter adjust | Rotary encoder |
| Menu-driven LCD | Touch control LCD |
| Rear Panel Connectors | |
| D-Cinema input | DB-25: AES3/EBU channels 1-8 |
| Audio Formats | 5.1, 5.1 EX, 7.1 DS |
| Analog input | DB-25: Analog audio channels 1-8 |
| Universal Mic/Line input | XLR: Mic (+ phantom pwr) or line level |
| S/PDIF input | RCA: Stereo digital audio interface and Lt/Rt Matrix |
| RCA (L/R) inputs | RCA (two): Stereo Left and Right and Lt/Rt Matrix |
| Dataport outputs | HD-15 (eight): QSC amplifier interface |
| Automation inputs | 2 x 6-pin Euro-style (six) digitally-sampled analog control inputs |
| Serial Control | DB-9 RS-232 serial interface |
| Logic output | 4-pin Euro-style (two) outbound control |
| Relay outputs | 6-pin Euro-style (two) outbound control |
| USB port | Config and management interface |
| Control RJ45 | 10/100 Mbps network management |
| SD card receptacle | Configuration memory card (1 GB min) |
| HI and VI Impaired Outputs | |
| Output stage type | Single ended (balanced Z) |
| Output impedance | 50 ohms |
| Nominal output level | -11.8 dBu (200 mV rms) |
| Loading requirements | RMIN = 2 kΩ, CMAX = 4 nF |
| Control Network | |
| Protocol | Standard TCP/IP implementation over Ethernet or Fast Ethernet. |
| Data rate | 10/100 Mbps |
| Connection requirements | Cat-5 UTP cable or better (100 m maximum length), direct connection to wired network switch ports only, dedicated LAN or VLAN |
| Line voltage requirements | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions (HWD) inches | 5.25 × 19 × 15.2 |
| Dimensions (HWD) mm | 133 × 483 × 386 |
| Weight | 16.6 lb (7.5 kg) |
Specifications are subject to change without notice
DCP 200 Front View
DCP 200 Back View
Features
- Digital input for up to 16 channels of audio
- Networked audio I/O via CobraNet – supports behind-the-screen mounting of DXP processors for screen channel and subwoofer DCA amplifiers
- Handling crossovers and amp connections for screen channels via DXP allows the DCP 200 to offer DCP 300 functionality at a significant savings
- Network control and monitoring via SNMP
- Serial automation control via RS-232
- Analog inputs for film processors, non-sync and mic/line
- Master volume and full 1/3 octave graphic EQ on all channels
- Booth monitor with touch screen control for easy operation
- DataPorts for surround channel amplifiers
- Compatible with all existing DCA amplifiers – thousands of DCA equipped screens are ready for full network monitoring and control
- Dual power supplies with load sharing for seamless operation in the event of failure
- SD memory card for quick unit swap – restores all settings
- Multiple bypass modes routes audio around failed components to insure that the show will go on
- DCP Manager and DCPNet PC-based application for set-up, control and monitoring
- DCP Connect mobile app for iPhone and Android provide control and monitoring capabilities via smart phone
- Easily integrates with existing film processors for dual film/digital projection systems
- CobraNet offers digital audio routing via DXP processors
- Continued development of software and firmware will add new capabilities to the existing hardware with easy firmware updates
- The DCP 200 is designed expressly for the needs of D-Cinema sound systems
Technical Specifications
| SPECIFICATIONS | DCP 200 Digital Cinema Processor |
| Front Panel Controls | |
| Power switch | Rocker switch |
| Mute control | Push button |
| Auditorium fader | Rotary encoder |
| Monitor volume/parameter adjust | Rotary encoder |
| Menu-driven LCD | Touch control LCD |
| Rear Panel Connectors | |
| D-Cinema input group 1 | DB-25: AES3/EBU channels 1-8 |
| D-Cinema input group 2 | DB-25: AES3/EBU channels 9-16 |
| Main analog input | DB-25: Analog audio channels 1-8 |
| Extended surround input | DB-25: Surround and Le/Re channels |
| Universal Mic/Line input | XLR: Mic (+ phantom pwr) or line level |
| S/PDIF input | RCA: Stereo digital audio interface and Lt/Rt Matrix |
| RCA (L/R) inputs | RCA (2): Stereo Left and Right and Lt/Rt Matrix |
| Dataport outputs | HD-15 (6): QSC amplifier interface |
| Automation inputs | 2 x 6-pin Euro-style (six) digitally-sampled analog control inputs |
| Serial Control | DB-9 RS-232 serial interface |
| Logic output | 4-pin Euro-style (2) outbound control |
| Relay outputs | 6-pin Euro-style (2) outbound control |
| USB port | Config and management interface |
| Control RJ45 | 10/100 Mbps network management |
| CobraNet RJ45s | 100 Mbps primary/backup network audio |
| SD card receptacle | Configuration memory card (1 GB min) |
| HI and VI Impaired Outputs | |
| Output stage type | Single ended (balanced Z) |
| Output impedance | 50 ohms |
| Nominal output level | -11.8 dBu (200 mV rms) |
| Loading requirements | RMIN = 2 kΩ, CMAX = 4 nF |
| Audio Network | |
| Protocol | CobraNet version 2 protocol |
| Data rate | 100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) |
| Ports | 1 Primary, 1 Backup (auto-failover) |
| Connection requirements | Cat-5 UTP cable or better (100m maximum length), direct connection to wired network switch ports only, dedicated LAN or VLAN |
| Control Network | |
| Protocol | Standard TCP/IP implementation over Ethernet or Fast Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 10/100 Mbps |
| Connection requirements | Cat-5 UTP cable or better (100m maximum length), direct connection to wired network switch ports only, dedicated LAN or VLAN |
| Line voltage requirements | 100 VAC – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions (HWD) inches | 5.25 × 19 × 15.2 |
| Dimensions (HWD) mm | 133 × 483 × 386 |
| Weight | 16.6 lb (7.5 kg) |
Specifications are subject to change without notice
DCP 300 Front View
DCP 300 Back View
Features
- Digital input for up to 16 channels of audio
- Networked audio I/O via CobraNet™
- Network control and monitoring via SNMP
- Serial automation control via RS-232
- Analog Inputs for film processors, non-sync and mic/line
- Master volume and full 1/3 octave graphic EQ on all channels
- Booth monitor with touch screen control for easy operation
- Digital loudspeaker crossovers
- Three or five screen channels – passive and 2-, 3-, or 4-way crossovers
- Compatible with all existing DCA amplifiers- thousands of DCA equipped screens are ready for full network monitoring and control
- Dual power supplies with load sharing for seamless operation in the event of failure
- SD memory card for quick unit swap – restores all settings
- Multiple bypass modes routes audio around failed components to insure that the show will go on
- DCP Manager and DCPNet PC-based application for set-up, control and monitoring
- DCP Connect mobile app for iPhone and Android provide control and monitoring capabilities via smart phone
- DSP presets for DCS speakers for great “out of box” performance and reduced set-up time
- Crossovers support active 2-, 3-, and 4-way systems as well as passive systems
- Easily integrates with existing film processors for dual film/digital projection systems
- CobraNet offers digital non-sync routing and future expansion capability
- Continued development of software and firmware will add new capabilities to the existing hardware with easy firmware updates
- The DCP 300 is designed expressly for the needs of D-Cinema sound systems
Technical Specifications
| SPECIFICATIONS | DCP 300 Digital Cinema Processor |
| Front Panel Controls | |
| Power switch | Rocker switch |
| Mute control | Push button |
| Auditorium fader | Rotary encoder |
| Monitor volume/parameter adjust | Rotary encoder |
| Menu-driven LCD | Touch control LCD |
| Rear Panel Connectors | |
| D-Cinema input group 1 | DB-25: AES3/EBU channels 1-8 |
| D-Cinema input group 2 | DB-25: AES3/EBU channels 9-16 |
| Main analog input | DB-25: Analog audio channels 1-8 |
| Extended surround input | DB-25: Surround and Le/Re channels |
| Universal Mic/Line input | XLR: Mic (+ phantom pwr) or line level |
| S/PDIF input | RCA: Stereo digital audio interface and Lt/Rt Matrix |
| RCA (L/R) inputs | RCA (two): Stereo Left and Right and Lt/Rt Matrix |
| Dataport outputs | HD-15 (14): QSC amplifier interface |
| Automation inputs | 6-pin Euro-style (two) TTL compatible dry contact closure |
| Serial Control | DB-9 RS-232 serial interface |
| Logic output | 4-pin Euro-style (two) outbound control |
| Relay outputs | 6-pin Euro-style (two) outbound control |
| USB port | Config and management interface |
| QSControl and SNMP RJ45 | 10/100 Mbps network management |
| CobraNet RJ45s | 100 Mbps primary/backup network audio |
| SD card receptacle | Configuration memory card (1 GB min) |
| HI and VI Impaired Outputs | |
| Output stage type | Single ended (balanced Z) |
| Output impedance | 50 ohms |
| Nominal output level | -11.8 dBu (200 mVrms) |
| Loading requirements | RMIN = 2 kΩ, CMAX = 4 nF |
| Audio Network | |
| Protocol | CobraNet version 2 protocol |
| Data rate | 100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) |
| Ports | 1 primary, 1 backup (auto-failover) |
| Connection requirements | Cat-5 UTP cable or better (100 m maximum length), direct connection to wired network switch ports only, dedicated LAN or VLAN |
| QSControl Network | |
| Protocol | Standard TCP/IP implementation over Ethernet or Fast Ethernet |
| Data rate | 10/100 Mbps |
| Connection requirements | Cat-5 UTP cable or better (100 m maximum length), direct connection to wired network switch ports only, dedicated LAN or VLAN |
| Line voltage requirements | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions (H/W/D) | 5.25” × 19” × 15.2” (133 mm × 483 mm × 386 mm) |
| Weight | 16.6 lb (7.5 kg) |
