LAB GRUPPEN ACN3C 3WAY STEREO-4 and 5WAY MONO CROSSOVER

In an active loudspeaker system the crossover network is connected, in the signal path,
before the power amplifiers. An active crossover network feeds separate signals to the
bass, mid, and treble power amplifiers. The power amplifiers in turn power the corresponding
loudspeaker drivers for the bass, mid, and treble ranges.
This method has several advantages, especially in large PA systems, compared to passive
dividing where the crossover network is connected between the power amplifiers and the
loudspeakers. You get for example lower distortion, in particular distortion that is caused by
loud bass tones which intermodulate with the mid, and treble ranges. An active system also
eliminates the power losses, associated with passive crossover networks.

LAB.GRUPPEN's ACN C crossovers are designed around a four-pole state variable filters,
which are derived from the theory of analog computers. The most common way to alter
crossover frequencies in such a circuit is to turn a multiple ganged potentiometer. However
most potentiometers have bad tolerances (20 % or worse), and these tolerances affect the
accuracy of the crossover frequencies and the flatness of the summed output.
A better way of altering the crossover frequency is applied in the ACN 2/3C; namely the use
of "Digital Hexcode" switches. This allows the use of close tolerance components, which
result in a crossover frequency accuracy better than 1 %.
By careful selection of these components, an optimum density of available crossover frequencies
has been created, especially in the region between 800 Hz and 2 kHz. This has made it possible
to achieve a continuity of phase and of group delay time together with the speaker system. This
leads in turn to an improved intelligibility in the vocal region.
12, or 18 dB/octave slopes can be ordered as an option. The 24/octave slope has equal phase
at the crossover frequency region, in accordance with Linkwitz-Riley. To achieve flatness in the
summed output, the high and lowpass filters meet each other at 6 dB.
Each of the outputs of the ACN 2/3C have been equipped with shelving equalization, which gives
an adjustable bass boost of upto +12 dB, and a treble boost of upto +12 dB. In the ACN 3C the
mid output has an additional shelving boost, but that works at a lower corner frequency. With the
help of this equalization it is possible to align the frequency response of the speaker system. You
can, for example, compensate the roll-off in the treble of so-called "Constant Directivity“-type horns.
It also means you negate the need, for an external (graphic) equalizer, in several applications.

Key Features:

3-way stereo or 4- and 5-way mono
Switchable crossover frequencies:
32 frequencies between 80 Hz and 4.8 kHz
No dangerous "x10 switches" or frequency knobs on the front
The standard slope is 24 dB/octave. Optional: 12 and 18 dB/octave slopes
Switchable subsonic filters
Front panel gain controls
Mute switch on all outputs
Mono bass switch
Electronically balanced inputs with transformer option

• 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

Digital stereo active crossover with 4 inputs and 8 outputs, incl. software .

• Flexible routing configurations for all standard mono and stereo output operating modes
• 4 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs (XLR)
• Active frequency filter types (Bessel, Butterworth and Linkwitz-Riley) with slopes up to 24 dB/octave split up the audio signal into different frequency bands
• Incl. software editor (for PC and Mac) for remote control via computer through USB interface: store, transfer, and manage your presets
• Up to 30 user presets storable in the device via software
• 5 menu languages selectable (German, English, French, Spanish, Dutch)
• Alphanumeric LCD screen with 2 lines of 16 characters each
• Input sensitivity digitally adjustable
• Inputs and outputs with 4-digit LED level meter as well as clip and limit LED indicator
• Mute switch with LED indicator per output
• 7-band parametric EQ per output
• Up to 7 ms signal delay adjustable for the outputs
• Output limiter with adjustable limits and automatic attack and release settings as overload protection for your amplifying system
• Switchable phase
• Lock function for prevents undesired changes to settings
• Rack installation, 1 U
• Windows XP, Vista, 7, 10 and Mac OS X 10.5.8 and better
• Digital signal processor
• The device can be connected via USB to the PC in connection with DXO Software The firmware can be updated via the PC connection
• (19") 48.3 cm rack installation 1 U

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)

• 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