Dbx ZonePRO InstallGuide User Manual

Installation GuideDigital Zone Processors640, 640m641, 641m1260, 1260m1261, 1261mZonePROTM

4ZonePROTM Section 2 - ZonePRO Designer GUI2.1 ZonePRO Designer OverviewThe ZonePRO Designer Graphic User Interface (GUI) is the included software ap

5ZonePROTM2.3 GUI Installation1. Install the ZonePRO GUI software onto your computer from either the dbx website at www.dbxpro.com or from the include

6ZonePROTM3. Wait approximately 10 seconds after the main ZonePRO Designer window has appeared. If a ZonePRO icon appears in the upper left hand corne

7ZonePROTM7. Ensure that the “Automatically go online when the application starts” option is checked and the “Use serial ports” option is checked. In

8ZonePROTM Section 3 - Getting Started3.1 Front Panel – 640/640m, 1260/1260m640 Front Panel2657657657657341640m Front Panel26576576576573411260 Fro

9ZonePROTMand dynamics processing may be occurring.3.2 Front Panel – 641/641m, 1261/1261m641 Front Panel13641m Front Panel1231261 Front PanelNETWORKTR

10ZonePROTM3.3 Rear Panel640/641 Rear Panel768111110101213599640m/641m Rear PanelOUTPUTSLINK INPUTZC INPUTZC INPUTLINK OUTPUTRS-232ETHERNETCH 3CH 4 CH

11ZonePROTM5. ZC Input Ports Allows connection of up to 12 ZC controllers (six per port) for control of volume, source selection, page steering, and

12ZonePROTM Section 4 - Zone Controllers4.1 ZC DescriptionsThe dbx Zone Controllers (ZCs) provide a user friendly solution for controlling different

13ZonePROTMVOLUMEZC-6ZC-6 – The ZC-6 is a push-button up/down input or output volume controller.ZC-7ABCDZC-7 – The ZC-7 is a programmable zone control

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThe symbols shown above are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products. The

14ZonePROTMThe below matrix table shows a side-by-side comparison of the ZC’s features.Zone ControllersSection 4

15ZonePROTM4.2 ZC WiringThe installation of the Zone Controllers MUST be accomplished with the use of cable which is rated VW-1 or higher. Common NEC

16ZonePROTMWiring In SeriesTo wire the Zone Controllers in series, daisy chain each ZC using the ports on each (see Diagram B) then connect one of the

17ZonePROTMMaximum Cable LengthsDepending upon how many controllers you are connecting to the ZonePRO and whether you are wiring the ZCs in parallel o

18ZonePROTM4.3 ZC-4 WiringThe below diagrams show how to configure and wire a ZC-4 for contact closure control using relays or SPDT (single pole doubl

19ZonePROTM4.4 ZC DIP Switches & ProgrammingWhen configuring the ZCs, there are two steps which need to be completed before the ZCs will function:

20ZonePROTMThe below diagram shows an example of the DIP switch ID assignments, ZC Input port connections, and ZC Panel Configuration programming for

21ZonePROTMStep 2: Associate the ZCsThe second step in configuring the ZCs is to associate each ZC. In other words, you need to select which input or

22ZonePROTM Section 5 - Link I/O5.1 Link I/O OverviewThe Link Bus allows you to route some of the ZonePRO’s audio inputs to another ZonePRO or daisy

23ZonePROTMCAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and the Product Specifications noted on t

24ZonePROTMThe below pictures illustrate which inputs can be sent and received through the Link Bus for each ZonePRO model.640/641(Link Bus Send/Recei

25ZonePROTM Section 6 - Networking6.1 Default ZonePRO Network SettingsThe below table shows the factory default Internet Protocol (IP) settings and Z

26ZonePROTMon the PC and/or ZonePRO. The included cable is an Ethernet crossover cable. This means that the transmit and receive lines are crossed so

27ZonePROTM6.4 Connecting via direct-connect EthernetAssumptions:• Using Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, or 7.• Computer has a working Ethernet network

28ZonePROTMaddress” is selected.g. Click OK in each window to close them.h. After about 1-2 minutes your computer will configure itself with the cor

29ZonePROTMa. This is done by clicking on “Run”... from the Window’s Start Menu. b. Enter cmd and click “OK”. This will bring up a command window (D

30ZonePROTM6.6 Adding the ZonePRO to an existing Local Area NetworkAssumptions:• Using Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, or 7.• Computer has a working Et

31ZonePROTM6.7 Proxy The proxy feature allows you to access a ZonePRO over a complex or remote network. An example of this is when the PC and the Zone

32ZonePROTM 6.8 Virtual Private Networks (VPN)Virtual private networks (VPNs) provide an encrypted connection (or tunnel) between networks or between

33ZonePROTM6.10 Network TroubleshootingIf you are having difficulty getting your ZonePRO to show up in your ZonePRO Designer software, here are some t

34ZonePROTM Section 7 - Application Guide7.1 Restaurant Application Application GuideSection 7

35ZonePROTMNotes - Restaurant/Bar Application1. The ZonePRO 640 device is located in the manager’s office and provides front panel source selection f

36ZonePROTM7.2 Health Club Application!!Application GuideSection 7

37ZonePROTMNotes - Health Club Application1. The ZonePRO 1260 device is located near the front desk area.2. ZCs in the weight room and the aerobics

38ZonePROTM7.3 Nightclub Application!!!!Application GuideSection 7

39ZonePROTMNotes - Nightclub Application1. The ZonePRO 640 devices are located in the manager’s office. 2. The ZCs in the nightclub are situated nea

40ZonePROTM Section 8 - Appendix8.1 ZonePRO 640/641 Block DiagramLRLRLRZCJack 1ZCJack 2++++Link In/OutLink In/OutLink In/OutLink In/OutLink In/OutLin

41ZonePROTM8.2 ZonePRO 640m/641m Block DiagramLRLR++Link In/OutLink In/OutOutput 1Output 2Output 3Output 4ZCJack 1ZCJack 2641m onlyZone Pro 640m/641m

42ZonePROTM8.3 ZonePRO 1260/1261 Block DiagramLRLR++Link In/OutLink In/OutLRLR++Link In/OutLink In/OutLRLR++Link In/OutLink In/OutOutput 1Output 2Outp

43ZonePROTM8.4 ZonePRO 1260m/1261m Block DiagramLRLR++Link In/OutLink In/OutOutput 1Output 2Output 3Output 4Output 5Output 6ZCJack 1ZCJack 21261m only

ZonePROTMTOCTable of Contents Section 1 - Introduction ... 11.1 ZonePRO Overview ...

44ZonePROTM8.5 Firmware UpdatesFlash Update (1260, 1260m, 640, 640m)A ZonePRO firmware release will include a PC application that will load the new fi

45ZonePROTMThe results of performing a “Hard” reset are:• A “Soft” reset is performed.• The Node Address for the device is reset back to the factory

46ZonePROTM8.7 Technical Specifications640/641Analog Inputs:Number of Inputs: (6 Total) (2) Switchable line or mic inputs (4) RCA SourceConnectors:

47ZonePROTM640m/641mAnalog Inputs:Number of Inputs: (6 Total) (4) Switchable line or mic inputs (2) RCA SourceConnectors: Euroblock(Line and Mic)

48ZonePROTM1260/1261Analog Inputs:Number of Inputs: 12 Total (2) Switchable mic or line, (8) RCA, and (1) S/PDIFConnectors: Euroblock (Line and Mi

49ZonePROTM1260m/1261mAnalog Inputs:Number of Inputs: 12 Total (6) Switchable mic or line, (4) RCA, and (1) S/PDIFConnectors: Euroblock (Line and

50ZonePROTMdbx® incorporates high quality mechanical fans in some products. All mechanical fans have a limited life expectancy. We recommend annual in

51ZonePROTM8.8 Wiring DiagramsRJ-45(8-Position)RJ-45(8-Position)8 8Brown1 1White / Orange2 2Orange3 3White / Green4 4Blue5 5White / Blue6 6Green7 7Whi

52ZonePROTM8.9 CopyrightsPortions of code are covered by the following copyrights:X ConsortiumCopyright (C) 1996 X ConsortiumPermission is hereby gran

53ZonePROTMThis software was developed by the Computer Systems Engineering group at Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory under DARPA contract BG 91-66 and con

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1ZonePROTM Section 1 - Introduction1.1 ZonePRO OverviewCongratulations on your purchase of the dbx® ZonePRO. The ZonePRO products are based on the sa

2ZonePROTM1.3 Included Items• ZonePRO Processor• Power Cable• RS-232 Null Modem Cable• Ethernet Crossover Cable (excluded from 640 & 641 model

3ZonePROTM1.6 WarrantyThis warranty is valid only for the original purchaser and only in the United States. 1. The warranty registration card that ac