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Cinema Processor System
DIGITAL FILM SOUND DECODER
DFP-D3000
DIGITAL FILM SOUND READER
DFP-R3000
®
QUICK START GUIDE
1st Edition (Revised 1)
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Table of Contents Check List ........................................................................................................... 3 1. Introduction ............................................................................................ 1-1 2. Equipment and accessories............................................... 2-1 3. Basic checks of site and installation ...................................... 3-1 4. Checks of correct DFP-R3000 Reader mounting ............ 4-1 5. A-Chain alignment
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9.7 Connecting the DTS-6, DTS-6D and DFP-D3000 ................................... 9-26 9.7.1 Outline of System ..................................................................... 9-26 9.7.2 Requirements of SDDS Side .................................................... 9-26 9.7.3 Connecting the DTS Processor DTS-6 .................................... 9-26 9.7.4 Connection of Control Signals from DTS Processor DTS-6D .... 9-31 9.7.5 Audio Connecting the DTS-6, DTS-6D and DFP-D3000 ....... 9-36
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Check list This is a step by step check list for the experienced installer. Refer to the associated sections of this Guide for additional information and see the Tech Notes for specific details. Page 1. Read about the advanced features of the DFP-3000 Player System. .......... 1-1 2. Check that you have all necessary components and equipment. ................ 2-1 2.1 Components included with the DFP-D3000 Decoder. .................... 2-1 2.2 Components included with the DFP-R3000 Reader. ......
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Page 5.5 Play a B&W pink noise loop and set the slit loss EQ frequency for L and R. Repeat 5.4, 5.5, and 5.6 for the second projector of a changeover installation. ....................................................................... 5-4 6. Align the B-Chain. ...................................................................................... 6-1 6.1 Connect your laptop to the Decoder’s RS232 port with a null-modem serial cable, launch the Setup Software, and “connect” the Software to the De
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1. Introduction The Sony DFP-3000 Cinema Processor forms the heart of the projection booth sound system in your theatre. It provide a sophisticated system for playing SDDS digital sound tracks, high quality optical soundtrack playback, comprehensive B-Chain control, and many other features. Here are just a few: . The DFP-3000 system of projector-mounted reader and rack-mounted decoder perform traditional audio processing entirely in the digital domain. Inputs are processed with 20-bit A/D conver
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2. Equipment and accessories Your purchase of a DFP-3000 system includes the following items in two boxes: In the Reader box you will find : 2.1 Digital Film Sound Reader Unit 1 DFP-R3000 * Reader-to-Decoder Cable, 10 meter 1 1-783-382-11 Adapter EA 1 3-194-819-03 Spacers 4 Bolt, Hex 3/8” 4 3-185-981-01 Washer 10 4 7-688-000-32 Screw, Hex 4 x 12 5 7-683-421-04 Washer 4 5 7-688-004-12 Spring Washer 4 5 7-623-210-22 2.2 In the Decoder box you will find: Film Sound Decoder Unit 1 DFP-D3000 AC Power
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3. Basic checks of site and installation. Before you begin making settings and adjustments to your DFP-3000 system, it’s best to confirm some basic conditions. Here is a check list. 3.1 Check that the Decoder environment is suitable. The DFP-D3000 Decoder is intended to be mounted in a rack chassis along with other cinema equipment. However, it should not be mounted in close proximity to power amplifiers or other equipment which may radiate strong magnetic fields or which give off high heat. Obs
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5. The STATUS option will now be flashing. Press the STATUS CONFIG TEST SELECT button again. SELECT 12 34 56 78 6. The firmware version will now be indicated in the PWR ON: 0 0 0 0 0 v2.74 FILMRUN: 0 0 0 0 0 EXIT upper right corner of the LCD display. 7. Press the SELECT button while the EXIT option is SELECT 12 34 56 78 flashing to leave this area of the menu system. 3.4 Check the version of the Setup Software on your computer. The Setup Software is updated frequently. Be sure
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Wiring of other equipment. This following is an illustration of the DFP-D3000 rear panel. To balanced inputs From Mic 1 From Non-sync From Projector 1 From Projector 1 of booth monitor and Mic 2 player optical reader R3000 Reader OUTPUT INPUT PROJECTOR I/0 NON-SYNC MONITOR OUTPUT MIC INPUT 1 READER 2 R L REMOTE SYSTEM OUTPUT AUX INPUT 1 1 OPTICAL 2 LEVEL CONTROL 15V CONTROL I/0 PHONES AUX INPUT 2 AUTOMATION RS-232C RS-422 To power amps To phones From other
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AUX inputs. If either of the two 8-wide balanced AUX inputs are used for sources other than cinema processors, take note that the sophisticated automatic fallback system of the DFP-3000 requires these inputs to be enabled by a logic command to make them active. To use AUX1 or AUX2 for external sound sources other than digital film sound decoders, short Pin 34 (AUX1 DATA OK) or Pin 35 (AUX2 DATA OK) to GROUND on the Automation connector to enable the AUX1 or AUX2 inputs. See Tech Note TN99042801.
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4. Checks of correct DFP-R3000 Reader mounting. Do not “hot plug” the Reader! The Reader gets its power through the cable that connects it to the Decoder. Do not remove or install this cable while the Decoder power is on. Doing so may cause damage to the Reader and void the warranty. 4.1 Confirm the minimum frame offset. Specific installation instructions for mounting the Reader to each type of projector are available in the DFP-R3000 Installation Guide provided with the Reader. Following these
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5. A-Chain alignment using DFP-D3000 front panel controls The most direct means of A-Chain alignment is to use with external test equipment and the controls available through the Decoder front panel. There are two approaches. The first, recommended for experi- enced cinema engineers, is to align the projector’s optical playback system so as to produce nominal settings (preset gain = 0.0 dB) in the DFP-D3000. This has the potential benefit of best sound quality as preamplifiers, noise reduction,
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5.3.1 Select any Preset other than non-sync by pressing SDDS NR2 its PRESET button twice. If you have selected Preset 8 for SDDS the LCD display will appear as SELECT illustrated. 12 345 6 78 5.3.2 Press the button. 5.3.3 The NR2 TRIM value will now be flashing. Press NR2 TRIM: 0 dB MENU the button so that the MENU option is flashing. SELECT 12 34 56 78 5.3.4 With the MENU option flashing, press the SE- NR2 TRIM: 0 dB MENU LECT button. SELECT 12 34 56 78 5.3.5 The STATUS option will now be f
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5.3.9 When you enter the last correct character you will PASSWORD MASTER VOLUME see the ADMIT option flashing. Press the SE- ADMIT CHANGE: SONY LECT button to proceed to the A-Chain functions menus. SELECT 12 34 56 78 5.3.10 This is the A-Chain Calibration menu for OPT1L OPT1L GAIN: 0.0 dB MASTER VOLUME (the left optical input from projector 1). Use the I S_LOSS 20kHz EXIT buttons to select among left and right L LC C RC R SW LS RS inputs from two projectors and the SE
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OPT1R GAIN: 2.4 dB 5.5a Use the buttons to change the selected MASTER VOLUME I S_LOSS 16.4kHz EXIT parameter to slit loss (S_LOSS). Play a B&W Pink Noise test film and use the Master Volume control L LC C RC R SW LS RS SELECT to adjust the slit loss frequency to achieve the flattest response, as indicated by your RTA. The result that is achievable depends on the slit height and other properties of the reader and the actual high frequency flatness of your pink noise test film. OPT1L
