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The secret to making speakers sound great lies with the crossover you use. With the dbx® 234xs Crossover you'll get great performance, ultra low-noise, rugged reliability and four decades of dbx knowledge and expertise in building the world's finest processors. The 234xs uses precision filters to separate the audio signal and direct the correct frequencies to your loudspeaker drivers. By directing only the specific frequency bands to each speaker driver the 234xs leaves your amplifiers free to use their full power on the usable signal eliminating distortion and giving your PA system a cleaner and better sound.
The dbx 234xs is a dual channel crossover with all the features you would expect from a professional product. It features Linkwitz-Riley 24dB per octave filters, independent output gain controls for level matching, output phase inversion, 40 Hz low cut filter, and optional mono summing of the low frequency (subwoofer) output. Everything in the design exudes great precision from the solid "click" controls to the high quality XLR inputs and outputs.
XLR balanced ins and outs
Mode switches for mono 4-way or stereo 2-way/3-way operation
Low frequency summed (subwoofer) output
x10 range switch on both channels
40Hz high pass (low cut) filter both channels
Phase reverse switch on all outputs
Individual level controls on all outputs
24dB per octave Linkwitz-Riley filters (the professional standard)
Stereo/Mono status LEDs indicate the selected mode
dbx® 2 year parts and labor as standard
CSA NRTL/C approved
CE compliant
| Input Connectors |
XLR |
| Input Type |
Electronically balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered |
| Input Impedance |
Balanced >50k ohm, unbalanced >25k ohm |
| Max Input |
>+22dBu balanced or unbalanced |
| CMRR |
>40dB, typically >55dB at 1kHz |
| Output Connectors |
XLR |
| Output Type |
Impedance-balanaced/unbalanced, RF filtered |
| Output Impedance |
Balanced 200 ohm, unbalanced 100 ohm |
| Max Output |
>+21dBu balanced/unbalanced into 2k ohms or greater |
| Bandwidth |
20Hz to 20kHz, +/-0.5dB |
| Frequency Response |
90 kHz, +0/-3 dB |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
Ref: +4 dBu, 22 kHz measurement bandwidth |
| Signal-to-Noise (Stereo Mode) |
>94dB (Low Output), >93dB (Mid Output), >90dB (High Output) |
| Signal-to-Noise (Mono Mode) |
>94dB (Low Output, Low/Mid Output); >92dB (High/Mid Output); >88dB (High Output) |
| Dynamic Range |
> 106 dB, unweighted, any output |
| THD+Noise |
| Interchannel Crosstalk |
| Crossover Frequencies (Stereo Mode) |
Low/Mid: 45 to 960 Hz or 450 Hz to 9.6 kHz (x10 setting); Low/High: 45 to 960 Hz or 450 Hz to 9.6 kHz (x10 setting); Mid/High 450Hz to 9.6kHz (x10 setting) |
| Crossover Frequencies (Mono Mode) |
Low/Low-Mid: 45 to 960 Hz or 450 Hz to 9.6 kHz (x10 setting); Low-Mid/High-Mid: 450 Hz to 9.6 kHz; High-Mid/High: 450 Hz to 9.6 kHz |
| Crossover Filter Type |
Linkwitz-Riley, 24 dB/octave, state-variable |
| Low cut Switch |
Activates 40 Hz Butterworth, 12 dB/octave high-pass filter, one switch per channel. |
| Phase Invert Switch |
Inverts the phase at the output, one switch per output. |
| x1 / x10 Switch |
Multiplies the low-high(mono: low/mid and high/mid) crossover frequency range of the front-panel markings by a factor of 1 or 10, one switch per channel. |
| Mode Switch |
Selects stereo/mono and 2/3/4-way operation |
| LF Sum Switch |
Selects normal (stereo) or mono-summed low frequency operation and disables Ch 2ʼs low output phase invert LED to indicate that this output is not operational in the LF sum mode. |
| Indicators |
Stereo Operation (Green); Mono Operation (Yellow); Low Cut (Red-per channel); x10 (Green-per channel); Phase Invert (Red-per output) |
| Operating Voltage |
100-120 VAC 50/60Hz; 120 VAC 60Hz 230 VAC 50/60Hz |
| Operating Temperature |
32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C) |
| Power Consumption |
15W |
| Power Connector |
IEC receptacle |
| Dimensions |
1.75" H X 19" W X 6.9" D (4.4cm x 48.3cm x 17.5cm) |
| Unit Weight |
4.0 lbs. (1.8 kg) |
| Shipping Weight |
5.8 lbs. (2.6 kg) |
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The ARX EC-2 is a flexible yet affordable 24 dB per octave Phase Correct active crossovers.
It has 2 modes of operation; as either Stereo 2 way or a Mono 3 way units, with a switch on
the back panel selecting either mode.
Features
Ultra low noise circuitry
Totally phase aligned at crossover point
Switchable Dual Channel 2 way or Single Channel 3 way
Unique 'semi-fixed' crossover point
24dB per octave (Fourth Order) Linkwitz-Riley filters
Separate Summed Mono Output
Balanced Inputs and Outputs
Built in High Pass filters
Intuitive, 'user friendly' layout
Flawless performance in any audio environment
Tamper-Proof Crossover Points
The crossover points are determined internally by the value of 4 resistors per channel; changing
the resistor value changes the crossover point. This 'semi fixed' method avoids the pitfalls of
externally adjusted crossover points, making the crossover points tamper-proof once they are set.
Idle fingers can't fiddle with the crossover points and create havoc with the system!
As a handy guide, a list of common crossover points and their corresponding resistor values are
printed inside the unit's lid, and also set out in the Owner's Manual.
On the front panel are level controls for Low and High in dual channel 2 way mode, and Low, Mid
and High in single channel 3 way mode, with corresponding Outputs on the rear panel.
Balanced Inputs and Outputs
EC-2 has Balanced Inputs and Outputs, on XLR connectors.
The EC-2 also has an additional summed Mono Low output, for applications that need a Mono Low
feed (e.g. Left and Right full-range plus a single Sub Bass speaker).
High Pass Filter
There is also a preset 30 Hz HighPass filter to remove unwanted subsonics which can damage speakers
and waste amplifier power.
In addition, each output has up to +6 dB of gain available, to compensate for amplifiers and speakers of
differing sensitivities.
Universal AC Power
AC power range is a universal 100 to 120V or 220 to 240VAC, and is connected to the unit via a standard
IEC connector, with built-in fuse and voltage change switch.
Uncompromising Audio Quality
Innovative circuit design is pointless unless it delivers stunning sound quality, and here the EC-2 excels.
It has been designed for uncompromising audio quality, and to achieve this, Linkwitz Riley 24dB (Fourth
Order) state variable filters are used throughout, ensuring a smooth Phase Correct transition through the
crossover region.
From Stage Monitors to Studio Monitors, from Front of House to the Front room of your House, the ARX
EC-2 is a crossover that is suited to any application that requires flawless, transparent sound.
You'll never compromise on Quality when you choose ARX
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Input Impedance Balanced 20 Kohms, Unbalanced 10 Kohms
Input Headroom + 21 dB
CMRR >45 dB, 20 Hz-20 KHz
Output Impedance Balanced 300 ohms, Unbalanced 150 ohms
Output Level (Max) + 21dB
Frequency Response 30Hz-20KHz +or- 0.5dB
Note: 30 Hz is a function of the High Pass filter
Signal to Noise ratio (Controls at Unity) -90 dB Unweighted, -93 dB 'A' weighted
Distortion 004% THD,0dB,1KHz
Dynamic Range 111 dB
Power Requirements 100/120 V AC, 220/240 V AC
Weight 5 lbs/2.2 Kg
Dimensions 19“W x 13/4“H x 6“D, 482 x 44 x 155mm
Input Connector type XLR
Output Connector type XLR
Crossover point frequencies are changed internally by varying the value of 4 resistors
per channel.
Front Panel Controls
Low and High Output controls for 2 way mode
Low, Mid and High Output controls for 3 way mode
Marker panels for labelling crossover assigns
2 way/ 3 way status LEDs
Rear Panel
Balanced XLR Inputs and Outputs
Additional summed mono Low output
2 way / 3 way mode switch | Behringer DCX2496 Overview
The DCX2496 ULTRADRIVE PRO from Behringer is a digital loudspeaker management system, that provides excellent audio quality, along with a comprehensive feature list. It allows for precise set-up of multiple loudspeaker arrays, suitable for live sound, fixed installations that require control of loudspeaker systems, and other contractor-installed applications.
Each of the three-inputs and six-outputs have fixed processing blocks, including gain, delay, EQ and dynamic EQ on the input channels, and gain, crossover, EQs, limiter and delays on the output side. One of the inputs can accept a stereo AES/EBU digital signal. An integrated sample rate converter assists in accepting various sample rates. Additionally, an internal input-sum signal is easily set-up.
Four different mono and stereo output operating modes are available, all with individual crossover filter types with selectable roll-off characteristics. Input and output delays allow for time adjusting signals to compensate for ambient temperature changes or for adjusting arrival time differences for individual speaker clusters. EQs can be used for both musical enhancement or for level-dependent equalization. Brick-wall limiters guarantee speaker protection.
Remote control of one or several units can be accomplished utilizing downloadable software for a Windows based computer. Set-ups can be saved to the software, or to an optional PCMCIA card for the ultimate in portability. Servo-balanced, gold-plated XLR connectors for all inputs and outputs guarantee excellent connectivity.
- 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
| Frequency Response |
10Hz to 35kHz, -1dB |
| Dynamic Range |
109dB |
| Input Connections |
3 x XLR |
| Output Connections |
6 x XLR |
| Input Impedance |
20kΩ @ 1kHz |
| Output Impedance |
160Ω @ 1kHz |
| Maximum Input Level |
+22dBu |
| Maximum Output Level |
+22dBu |
| Sample Rate |
32kHz to 96kHz |
| RTA Mic Phantom Voltage |
+15V |
| Crosstalk (Main Outputs) |
-100dB @ 10dBu In |
| THD & Noise |
0.007% @ 0dBu In |
| Dimensions |
19" x 8.5 x 1.75" (483 x 217 x 45mm) |
| Weight |
6.6 lbs (3 kg) |
| Behringer CX-3400 3-Way Stero/4-Way Mono Frequency Crossover with Limiters
The CX3400 is an active frequency crossover enabling 2 or 3-way stereo or even 4-way mono operation. Each band features two 24-dB Linkwitz-Riley filters, as well as individual IGC limiters, while the integrated delay enables flexible time alignment. Polarity switches for each output allow quick and easy runtime compensation for various driver and horn types.2
Respectively:
3-Way stereo or 4-way mono
24 dB / octave Linkwitz-Riley filter
Mono-Sub switchable
LF / HF gain regular / mutable
CD horn EQ switchable
Vertex frequency tunable
Factor switching (10x)
Multi-band limiter switch / variable (threshold)
Limit display each way
LF Delay (max 2ms / 60cm)
Phase reverse
25 Hz subsonic filter, sym
XLR in / out with multiband limiters
Dimensions: 19", 1U, 147 mm case depth
Weight: 1.7 kg |
With 6 inputs and 4 outputs the dbx ZonePro? 640 and 641 provide flexible signal routing,
powerful DSP processing and multiple control interfaces for Commercial Audio applications.
Designed to offer superior system sonic performance and flexibility, the 640/641 deliver the
highest quality tools available. Even the input and outputs connectors were chosen for their
standard usage and reliability. The ZonePro products offer Euroblock connectors for balanced
signals and RCA connectors for interfacing with consumer equipment often used in commercial
applications; there is also a simple analog input buss that allows inputs to be sent from one
unit to the next for unit and job scalability. The 640 and 641 provide every necessary processing
tool, from the input processing like gain control and EQ available on all inputs to highly sophisticated
and specific functions such as selectable paging microphone processing including Gating,
De-Essing, Auto Gain Control, Compression and Feedback Suppression. The heart of the
ZonePro products is the Routing module that provides of course Primary Source Selection
but also Source Ducking for Paging and Priority Override. The outputs also offer a wealth of
processing designed for commercial applications like our patent-pending AutoWarmth? function
that was co-developed with JBL to provide natural low frequency extension at any signal level.
Each output also offers EQ, Bandpass and Crossover filters, Limiting and Delay for system
optimization. With the ZonePro? every tool is at your disposal to maximize the response of
your system.
Beyond processing, the ZonePro? products offer multiple forms of control to further extend the
versatility of your system. From easy-to-use wall panel Zone Controllers for standard end-user
functions like source select and volume control to advanced system control including a built-in
Real Time Clock that can provide programmable system changes throughout the day or week.
For system setup and monitoring the ZonePro Designer software provides an intuitive interface
and a speedy setup Wizard for configuring and editing all system parameters.
The ZonePro? 640 and 641 will take your Commercial Audio system to the next level with advanced
processing, versatility and control.
? Advanced Feedback Suppression (AFS?)
? Autowarmth?
? Auto Gain Control
? Compression
? Limiting
? Noise Gating
? Notch Filtering
? Bandpass and Crossover Filters
? Parametric EQ
? Security Lockout
? Wall Panel Control
? RS-232 Control
? Windows? 2000 and XP GUI
? IEC, UL and CSA Approvals
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The VENU360 provides all the processing and flexibility you need between your mixer and amplifiers to optimize and protect your loudspeakers. With the latest advancements in dbxʼs proprietary AutoEQ and AFS algorithms, additional input channels, ethernet control via an Android, iOS, Mac, or Windows device, and updated wizards, the DriveRack VENU360 continues the DriveRack legacy of great-sounding, powerful, and affordable loudspeaker management processors, for a whole new generation. |
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