QSC Audio ISIS 215SB user manual Specifications- Isis 215PCM Processors

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Specifications- ISIS 215PCM Processors

Digital Signal Processor Specifications

Type

Freely configurable, custom DSP with software for PC. Computer connection needed only for set up.

Signal Processing

Two QSC DSP-3 Processors, 24 bit, 48 kHz., one for each amplifier

Frequency response at 3 dB below full scale input voltage

20 Hz– 10 kHz ±0.3 dB (XLR inputs on 215PCM rear panel)

 

20 Hz– 20 kHz ±0.7 dB (XLR inputs on 215PCM rear panel)

 

20 Hz– 20 kHz±0.2 dB (if using DataPort input on Processors)

Distortion

<0.01% THD+N @ +4 dBu out

Delay (throughput)

1.00 millisecond

Dynamic range

>93 dB unweighted, 20 Hz– 20 kHz, 1.5V, 4V and 9V sensitivity

 

>88dB unweighted, 20 Hz– 20 kHz, 18V sensitivity

Polarity

In-phase or inverted

Mute

>90 dB attenuation

Input Connector type

True-Cannon XLR connectors mounted on 215PCM rear panel

Type

Electronically balanced

Grounding

All shield terminals connected to chassis

Input sensitivity, full scale

1.5, 4.0, 9.0 or 18.0 Vrms, (Units are selectable in software interface)

 

6, 14.5, 21.5 or 27.5 dBu

 

3.5, 12.0, 19.0, 25.0 dBv

Input Impedance

Discrete Mode- 8.3 k ohm balanced, 3.7 k ohm unbalanced

 

Combination Mode- 4.15 k ohm balanced, 1.85 k ohm unbalanced

Common-mode rejection

>50 dB, 20 Hz– 20 kHz

Crosstalk

>75 dB separation, 20 Hz– 20 kHz

Outputs

Program outputs hard wired to amplifiers

Post-DSP auxillary outputs

Three- 2 (Top Box), 1 (Subwoofer, CH2 output not used)

Type

Electronically balanced detachable terminal blocks

Grounding

Shield terminal connected to chassis

Post-DSP auxillary output level, full scale

6.0 or 4.0 Vrms; 18.0 or 14.5 dBu; 15.5 or 12.0 dBv (Units are selectable in software interface)

Output impedance

600 ohms balanced

QSC System Manager Connectivity (applicable only to users employing QSC System Manager)

System Interface Compatibility

QSC DataPort amplifier network monitors

Cable

QSC DPC-X DataPort cable, male-male (various lengths are available , contact QSC’s Technical

 

Services Department)

DataPorts Used

2 (1 per Processor)

Amplifier status monitor features

 

Clip indicator

Senses channel clipping

Protect indicator

Senses amplifier protect status

AC Power Status

Reports standby/operate mode

RS-232 Ports (used for configuring each Processor’s DSP chain)

Number of ports

Two (one for each processor)

Cable Type

Normal 9-pin serial cable, male-to-female

Maximum Length

25 feet (7.6 meters)

Communication Settings

Automatic (unless other software using port)

DSP Capabilities (freely configurable DSP “blocks”, use as many of any block until DSP “resources” are consumed)

 

 

High-Pass Filter

Low-Pass Filter

High-Shelf Filter

Low-Shelf Filter

Limiter

Compressor

Delay

Polarity

Parametric EQ

Level Meter

2 to 1 Mixer

1 to 2 Splitter

Mute

Fader

Pink & White Noise Source

Variable Frequency Tone Source

Clip & Protect Indication available if operating the DSP real-time from PC

 

External Contact Closure Sensing (pin #9 of RS-232, operates with ”Switched Gain” objects in Signal Manager software)

 

 

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Contents Isis 215SB Important Safety Precautions Explanation of Symbols Table of Contents INTRODUCTION- General Overview 215PCM Powered Control Module HighlightsIntroduction Composilite215PCM Front Technical Overview INTRODUCTION- Technical OverviewINTRODUCTION- Block Diagram For 215SB Subwoofer Only Users Unpacking and InspectionQSC shipping box should contain For 215PCM Powered Core Module Users Preparation for First USE- Amplifier Gain Controls Adjusting the Gain Settings of the AmplifiersAC Power Switch CONNECTIONS- AC PowerUse only heavy-duty 12 or 10 ga. extension cords To Configure a Processor 215PCM only CONNECTIONS- RS-232 Processor Configuration ConnectionRS-232 Connection 215PCM only Important pointsMode Switch 215PCM only CONNECTIONS- Mode Switch and Signal RoutingAudio Connections CONNECTIONS- Audio Connections XLR InputsXLR Inputs XLR Connections CONNECTIONS- XLR Connection Recommendations and PinoutsCONNECTIONS- Post Processor Outputs Terminal Block Connector PinoutsPost Processor Outputs CONNECTIONS- DataPort QSControl users only What is a DataPort?DataPort Connections Output to Top Boxes CONNECTIONS- Output to Top Boxes SpeakonsCooling Air Inlet and Exhaust Vents USE- Cooling Air Inlet and Exhaust VentsLED Indicators USE- AC Power Switch and LED IndicatorsImportant User Caution USE- LED Indicators and Important User CautionSystem Requirements Software InstallationGeneral Use Guidelines for Freely-Configurable DSP Processor USE General Guidelines and Preset DescriptionFactory Presets Configuring the Processors PresetsHow to Save Configurations into a Processor’s Preset Processor Use Configuring the Processors Discrete Discrete 2.1 Checklist Combo Mode preferred Discrete Mode optional Processor Use Configuring the Processors 3-way Mono Stack215PCM won’t turn on when the Power switch is operated TroubleshootingAudio time alignment isn’t right Troubleshooting Specifications- Isis 215SB Specifications- Isis 215SB Acoustic Performance Power Handling4 215SB Specifications Frequency RangeConnector Wiring of ConnectorSpecifications- Isis 215PCM Description 215PCM System SpecificationAmplifier Specifications Specifications- Isis 215PCM AmplifiersDigital Signal Processor Specifications Specifications- Isis 215PCM ProcessorsContact Closure Feature APPENDIX- Contact Closure Wiring DetailsWiring Diagram for Contact Closure RS-232 Pinout APPENDIX- RS-232 Pinout and Pin #9 Usage NoteDisclaimer Product Warranty

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