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5.1 surround sound playback system

In order for you to benefit fully from the intended surrounding effect of the 5 100, it is advisable that you are familiar with the 5. 1 surround

playback setup.

"5" refers to the number of full range discrete channels, ". 1 " refers to the frequency limited range of the LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel.

• Two full frequency range channels for speakers at the front: Left (L) and Right (R).

• One full frequency range channel for speaker between left and right: Center (C).

• Two full frequency range channels for surround speakers at the rear: Left Surround (LS) and Right Surround (RS).

• One Low Frequency Effects channel (LFE).

5. 1 surround (also known as 3-2 Stereo: three front speakers and two rear speakers) delivers five discrete audio channels and 1 LFE chan-

nel from a six-channel source. Source media, usually DVD and satellite/digital cable, is often branded with "Dolby Digital" and/or DTS logos.

Publically available digital discrete coding formats are Dolby Digital 5. 1 , Dolby AC-3, and DTS (Digital Theater System).

Placement: 5.1 speaker layouts should conform to the ITU-R BS.775 standard:

The ITU (International Telecommunication Union) standard states that the left and right speakers

are located at ±30˚, while the rear speakers should be positioned approximately ±1 10˚ off center axis.

• Three identical front speakers.

• Equal arrival time (radius) between mix position and each speaker.

• If placed behind a silver screen, the screen should be acoustically transparent.

• Surround speakers placed within 100˚ and 1 20˚.

If more than two surround speakers, symmetrically placed on radius between 60˚ and 1 50˚.

• LFE runs to separate subwoofer or equally to left/right, and is played back at +10 dB level.

Mounting the microphone

The 5 100 has a standard 3/8" microphone stand thread above and below the unit.

Any third part mounting accessory having 3/8" thread can be mounted

– microphone stand, hand grip or the like. Remove the inner thread a

the bottom to acces American 5/8" thread.

Connecting and disconnecting the cable

The 5. 1 output of the 5 100 runs through a multi-pin Lemo connector carrying all six channels electronically balanced. The enclosed DAO5 105 5

m (1 6 ft) six-pair Mogami cable breaks out to six Neutrik XLR-M connectors. Other cable lengths are available as optional accessories.

Note

To align the two red marks, gently push the connector into the terminal beneath the 5 100 until it locks with a click.

Disconnect the cable by drawing it away from the 5 100 at the cylinder. This will unlock the connector.

Cable configuration

5.1 channel

Cable no.

Color code

Yellow

Red

Orange

Combination color between yellow and red

LFE

Gray

Gray (LFE) does not have full bandwidth

Blue

L in BLue and Left, R in GReen and Right

Green

48V Phantom power should be applied to all six cables. Note, the LFE output is only active when phantom power is applied to Left and Right.

Application notes

The DPA 5 100 can be used handheld, mounted on a camera, on a microphone stand

or suspended. Further shock absorption is not necessary.

DPA OC5100 Outdoor Cover

When using the 5 100 outdoors, always mount the DPA OC5 100 Outdoor Cover,

which both protects the unit against rain and reduces wind noise.

Extension units

When mounted on a handheld camera, it may be necessary to

increase the distance between the microphone and any noise

sources such as camera zoom and breathing.

Memory aid

L in yeLlow and Left

R in Red and Right

Dark colors for Rear Channels: