Content | The DriveRack® PA2 provides all the processing you need between your mixer and amplifiers to optimize and protect your loudspeakers. With the latest advancements in dbx's proprietary AutoEQTM and AFSTM algorithms, a new input delay module for delaying the FOH system to the backline, Ethernet control via an Android®, iOS®, Mac®, or Windows® device, and updated Wizards, the DriveRack PA2 continues the DriveRack legacy of great-sounding, powerful, and affordable loudspeaker management processors, for a whole new generation.
Available Input Processing
- dbx Compression
- AFSTM (Advanced Feedback Suppression)
- Graphic EQ
- 8-Band Parametric EQ (adjusted when using the AutoEQ)
- Subharmonic Synthesis
Available Output Processing
- Crossover (supports full range, 2-way, and 3-way systems)
- 8-Band Parametric EQs (used for speaker tunings)
- dbx Limiting
- Driver Alignment Delays
Input |
(2) line inputs. (1) RTA Mic input |
Input Connectors |
(2) Female XLR line inputs. (1) Female XLR RTA Mic input |
Input Type |
Electronically balanced/RF filtered |
Input Impedance |
>50 kohm |
A/D Converter |
dbx Type IVTM Conversion System |
CMRR |
> 45dB |
Mic Preamp Phantom Power |
+15VDC (RTA) |
Mic Preamp Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) |
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Output |
(6) Line Outputs |
Output Connectors |
Male XLR |
Output Type |
Electronically balanced, RF filtered |
Output Impedance |
120 Ω |
Max Output |
+20dBu |
A/D Dynamic Range |
112 dB A-weighted, 110 dB unweighted |
Type IV Dynamic Range |
123 dB with transient material, A-weighted, 22kHz BW; 121 dB with transient material, unweighted, 22kHz BW; 115 dB typical with program material, A-weighted, 22kHz BW |
Input Delay Length |
100ms |
Alignment Delay |
10ms per channel (60ms total) |
Sample Rate |
48kHz |
Dynamic Range |
>110 dB A-weighted, >107dB unweighted |
THD+Noise |
0.003% typical at +4dBu, 1kHz, 0dB input gain |
Frequency Response |
20Hz - 20kHz, +/- 0.5dB |
Interchannel Crosstalk |
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Operating Voltage |
100-120VAC 50/60 Hz - EU: 220-240 VAC 50/60 Hz |
Power Consumption |
22 W |
Unit Weight |
5.25 lbs. (2.4 kg) |
Shipping Weight |
6.75 lbs. (3.1 kg) |
Dimensions |
1.75" (H) x 5.75" (D) x 19" (W), 4.4cm (H) x 14.6cm (D) x 48.26cm (W) |
D/A Dynamic Range |
112 dB A-weighted, 110dB unweighted |
| More sound to your amps and speakers
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) |
| Starting in May 2003, the 4.24C has additional input and output parametric/shelf
filters, 48dB slope HPF and LPF options and increased security levels.
Four Inputs and Eight Outputs coupled with a user interface so easy you won't even need the manual to set up your system, the Protea System II 4.24C Digital Crossover/System Processor has all the audio processing tools needed for precise crossover and sound control. Each input allows you to control gain, delay and six parametric, low or high shelf filters. In addition to setting crossover frequencies, each output may be assigned to any one or a combination of inputs, allows you to program four parametric, low or high shelf filters, delay for time delay adjustments, output gain, reverse polarity and a compressor/limiter for speaker protection.
All this in a one rack space with XLR input and output connections. You may also program and control the 4.24C with Ashly's Protea System Software (WindowsTM 95, 98, 2000, XP and NT platforms), MIDI or SIA-Smaart software. In all, the Protea 4.24C is a powerful tool for use in fixed installation and live sound applications.
[click here to view the Protea System Software control configuration screen]
One Rack Space
Four Inputs - Eight Outputs
Outputs Assignable to Any Input
Crossover, EQ, Delay and Limiter Functions
Linkwitz-Riley, Bessel and Butterworth Filters
12, 18, 24 and 48dB/Octave Slopes
Parametric EQ: Full Bandwidth, 1/64th to 4 Octave Range
Input and Output Delay
Limiter on Each Output
Intuitive User Interface
Programmable by Front Panel, PC or MIDI
Individual Input and Output Metering
Balanced Inputs and Outputs
XLR Audio Connections
Four Levels of Security
Five Year Warranty | Starting in May 2003, the 4.24D has additional input and output parametric/shelf
filters, 48dB slope HPF and LPF options and increased security levels.
Four Inputs and Eight Outputs allow you to distribute audio from a variety of sources to multiple locations, the Protea System II 4.24D Digital Distribution System Processor has all the audio processing tools needed for precise crossover and sound control.
Each input allows you to control gain, six parametric, low or high shelf filters and the ability to assign any input to any output. In addition to setting crossover frequencies, each output allows you to program four parametric, low or high shelf filters, delay of up to 682ms, output gain, reverse polarity and a compressor/limiter for speaker protection.
All this is in one rack space with euroblock type input and output connections. Programming the Protea 4.24D is straight-forward using a PC and Ashly's Protea System Software (WindowsTM 95, 98, 2000, ME, XP and NT platforms).
[click here to view the Protea System Software control configuration screen]
One Rack Space
Four Inputs - Eight Outputs
Inputs Assignable to Any Output
Crossover, EQ, Delay and Limiter Functions
Linkwitz-Riley, Bessel and Butterworth Filters
12, 18, 24 and 48dB/Octave Slopes
Parametric EQ: Full Bandwidth, 1/64th to 4 Octave Range
Output Delay of up to 682ms on Each Output
Limiter on Each Output
Programmable by PC or MIDI
Individual Signal Present, Clip and Limiter Threshold LEDs
Balanced Inputs and Outputs
Euroblock Connections
30 Presets, 8 Contact Closure Preset Recall
Five Year Warranty |
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
| 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) |
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