BSS BLU-800 Signal Processor with Digital Audio Bus and CobraNet

The Soundweb London BLU-800 offers configurable I/O, configurable signal processing, CobraNet audio and a high bandwidth, fault tolerant digital audio bus.

The BLU-800 has open architecture which is fully configurable through HiQnet™ London Architect. A rich palette of processing and logic objects and a "drag and drop” method of configuration provide a simple and familiar design environment.

This processor features CobraNet audio with primary and secondary ports for fault tolerance. Control is through a separate Ethernet port which allows CobraNet and control networks to be easily separated or mixed depending upon requirements.

The BLU-800 also features a low latency, fault tolerant digital audio bus of 256 channels which uses standard Category 5e cabling giving a distance of 100m between compatible devices. Fiber optic media converters can be used to increase the distance between devices to over 40km.

Four card slots which accommodate analog inputs, analog outputs, digital inputs and digital outputs in banks of four facilitate many different device I/O configurations.

Analog Input Cards provide software configurable gain in 6dB steps up to +48dB per channel and software selectable Phantom Power per channel. Digital Input Cards and Digital Output Cards process AES/EBU and/or S/PDIF audio and offer a variety of clocking and syncing options. (Further information about the I/O cards can be found on dedicated datasheets)

Phantom Power, Sync, Signal Present and Clip information per channel is easily accessible, without the requirement for a PC, from clear front panel LED indication. Device-specific information such as Device Name, Device Type, Firmware Version Number, Time, IP Address and Subnet Mask is available from the front panel display. A bi-directional locate function allows devices to be identified both from and within HiQnet London Architect.

12 Control Inputs and Logic Outputs allow the BLU-800 to be integrated with GPIO compatible devices. The Soundweb London Interface Kit, comprehensive documentation which details how Soundweb London systems can be integrated with third party control systems, is included within the installation of HiQnet London Architect.

The BLU-800 and the other members of the Soundweb London family provide the building blocks of the perfectly tailored system solution.

• Four Input / Output Card Slots


• Configurable Inputs / Outputs


• Analog Inputs (with Phantom Power per Channel)


• Analog Outputs


• Digital Inputs (AES/EBU and S/PDIF)


• Digital Outputs (AES/EBU and S/PDIF)


• Configurable Signal Processing


• Rich Palette of Processing and Logic Objects


• CobraNet Audio


• 256 Channel, Low Latency, Fault Tolerant Digital Audio Bus


• Clear Front Panel LED Indication


• Informative Front Panel Display


• Bi-Directional Locate Functionality


• 12 Control Inputs and 6 Logic Outputs for GPIO Integration


• Soundweb London Interface Kit for Third Party Control System Integration (Documentation)


• HiQnet Device


• Configuration, Control and Monitoring from HiQnet London Architect
  

With the DSP 260 digital 2-in-6 sound system manager, DYNACORD is continuing its proud tradition in the fi eld of innovative digital signal processors.
Based on the most modern hardware, this system manager offers tried-and-tested as well as new algorithms for the simple and swift construction of active multi-way systems. As much importance has been attached here by the developers to high user-friendliness as to the realization of an extremely favorable price.
24-bit sigma-delta AD/DA converters and a 32-bit floating-point signal processor make possible a dynamic range of 111 dB. In addition to the two analog inputs, a digital stereo input in AES/EBU format is available. A -6 dB pad switch in front of the AD converters offers additional security against overload when the device is connected to mixing desks with very high output levels. The 6 individually mutable outputs are electronically balanced and available on XLR sockets. For all inputs and outputs, easily read LED level meters are provided on the front panel.
Users can choose whether to configure their own systems at the device itself using the controls and display provided or else by means of the intuitive editing software.
3-way stereo, 2-way stereo + FR, 4-way mono + FR etc. Furthermore, factory presets compatible with those of the tried-and-tested DSP-244 are available for Dynacord loudspeaker systems.
In terms of DSP, the device offers parametric and graphic EQs as well as a delay function in the input and crossover, channel EQ, channel delay and a level control with limiter in each output channel.
An RS-232 interface allows Master/Slave operation of multiple devices as well as GPI switching of settings. A PC (the editing software runs under Windows) can be connected via the USB interface on the front panel.
A variable parameter lockout function allows you to determine which settings and parameters can be accessed directly at the device. This is just one of many features that make the DSP 260 an ideal choice also for the rental business.
The wealth of features combined with its outstanding audio performance and favorable price commend this audio system manager for a multitude of professional applications.
General Mains Voltage 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz Power Consumption 25W Audio Analog Inputs 2x XLR IN, electronically balanced, 2x XLR THRU OUT, electronically balanced Digital Inputs 1x XLR AES/EBU IN Nominal Input Voltage 1.23 V / +4 dBu Maximum Input Voltage (Without -6dB Analog Pad Engaged) 8.7 V / +21 dBu Input Impedance 10k ohm Common Mode Rejection -80 dB @ 1 kHz (typical) A/D Conversion 24-Bit Sigma-Delta Outputs 6x XLR OUT, electronically balanced Nominal Output Voltage 1.23 V / +4 dBu Maximum Output Voltage 8.7 V / +21 dBu Output Impedance 50 ohm D/A Conversion 24-Bit Sigma-Delta Frequency Response 10 Hz-22 kHz (+/- 0.5 dB) THD+N < 0.01% (band limited 22Hz-22kHz) Dynamic Range 111 dB unweighted, band limited 22 Hz - 22 kHz Interfaces USB USB Type B on front panel (PC Interface) 9-pin DSUB Software Confi gurable for GPI Preset Recall or Master/Slave Connection to second DSP 260 unit Signal Processing Sample Rate 48 kHz Data Format 24-Bit Internal Processing 32-Bit Floating Point Physical Dimensions (WxHx) 19 x 14 x 1.75 inches (482.6 x 355.6 x 44.45 mm) Weight (Net) 10.1 lb (4.6 kg) Weight (Gross) 13.0 lb (5.9 kg)

• 2 analog inputs and 6 analog outputs for maximum flexibility
• High-end 96 kHz converters for ultimate signal integrity and wide dynamic range (120 dB)
• Precise Dynamic EQs for level-dependent equalization and extremely musical Parametric EQs, selectable for all inputs and outputs
• Several types of EQs (LP/BP/HP) for each input and output
• “Zero“-attack Limiters on all output channels for optimal speaker protection
• Four different mono and stereo output operating modes

• Individual crossover filter types (Butterworth, Bessel and Linkwitz-Riley) with selectable roll-off characteristics from 6 to 48 dB/octave
• Adjustable Delays for all inputs and outputs—allow manual or automatic correction for room temperature, phase and arrival time differences
• 60 user-defined internal presets storable
• Servo-balanced, gold-plated XLR connectors for all inputs and outputs
• Internal switch-mode power supply for maximum flexibility (100 - 240 V~), noise-free audio, superior transient response plus low power consumption for energy saving
• High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
• Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany

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Mains voltage 90 - 250 V AC / 50 - 60 Hz Power consumption 20 watts Safety class I Inputs 2 x XLR IN, electronically balanced, transformer optional available 2 x XLR OUT (Direct Out) Input voltage (nominal) 1.55 V / + 6 dBu Max. input voltage 24.5 V / + 30 dBu Input impedance 20 kohms Common mode rejection > 40 dB AD-conversion 24-bit, Sigma-Delta, 128 times oversampling, linear phase Outputs 4 x XLR OUT, electronically balanced Output voltage (nominal) 1.55 V / + 6 dBu Max. output voltage 8.7 V / + 21 dBu Output impedance

• Three-input, six-output loudspeaker management system
• Four different mono- and stereo-output operating modes
• Individual crossover filter types including Butterworth, Bessel and Linkwitz-Riley, with selectable roll-off characteristics from 6dB to 48dB per octave
• Choice of high-, band- and low-pass filters for each input and output
• Dynamic EQ for level-dependent equalization and parametric EQ selectable for each channel
• “Zero" attack limiters on all output channels for optimal signal protection
• Automatic or manual-adjustable delays for all inputs and outputs allow for adjustment due to room temperature, phase and arrival time differences
• Link option via RS-485 network interface allows for linking multiple units for larger installation requirements
• Downloadable software enables single- or multiple-unit remote control utilizing a Windows based computer
• Sixty user-defined internal presets can bestored via software or on a PCMCIA card
• Internal universal power supply allows the unit to operate virtually anywhere