Digital Cinema Processors (2024)

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DPM 100/100H/300/300H, DCM 100/300

DPM Manager™ is the software application for set-up and configuration of the DPM Series Cinema Audio Processor/Monitor/Crossovers and DCM 100 and DCM 300 Crossover/Monitors, and for monitoring sound system operation. It provides all the necessary setup tools and system management objects to configure the auditorium audio format, select the audio source material, configure the DSP signal path, apply crossovers and EQ, define the routing of audio to the amplifiers, and define the loudspeaker models and signal processing.

Your computer must meet the following minimum requirements:

  • Computer with Windows® 7, 8, or 10 OS (32 or 64 bit) or MAC OS 10.12 or higher(including Catalina 10.15)
  • Minimum of 4 GB of RAM
  • Display resolution of at least 1024 x 768

Version 3.0.1.0 - January 13, 2020

NEW CONTROL and MONITORING FEATURES

  • DPM Director - New mobile application for day-to-day control and monitoring. iPhone app available first with Android version available later this year. Requires iOS version 12.1 or higher.
  • Web Server control and monitoring application – View the status of your DPM or DCM and control volume, mute and preset directly from your browser on your laptop, tablet or mobile device.

IMPROVED WORKFLOW

  • Streamlined transitions between Design and Live modes using Function keys (F1, F2, F3)
  • Ability to load a configuration file from your laptop to your DPM without going to Design mode.
  • Improved performance when DPM Manager running on multiple laptops on the network (Note: a DPM or DCM will only communicate with one instance of DPM Manager at a time – it will indicate a status of ‘Unavailable’ to other instances. It connects on a ‘first come-first served’ basis.)
  • Ability to ‘clone’ configuration from one DPM to another for quick swap out (even if source DPM is offline!)

NEW INTRINSIC CORRECTION SETTINGS

  • Intrinsic Correction settings for new SR-800 and SR-1000 surround channel loudspeaker
  • ‘Generic’ surround speaker option in Intrinsic Correction mode allows you to apply Intrinsic Correction settings for subs and screen channels even when using surrounds that don’t have IC settings available (such as legacy QSC surround speakers).
  • Intrinsic Correction settings for new AD-S6 full range speaker for use as a screen or surround speaker in small screening rooms or home theaters.

AND MORE

  • Toggle option for automation input allows you to use one GPI to transition between 2 control presets such as Amps On/Amps Off or Relay Open/Relay Close.
  • Meters for HI and VI tracks as well as ability to listen to HI and VI on monitor speaker
  • Put amps in and out of standby from front panel status screen.
  • Increased maximum monitor volume to 30dB to handle low level inputs content
  • Improved graphics on low resolution screens
  • Release 3.0.1.0 includes fixes for the following bugs that affect 300-models only:
    • Fixes bug where a config loaded from a file would route full range audio to Center LF in 3-way mode
    • Fixes bug that prevented fault monitoring on DataPorts J and L (requires FW update to 3.0.1)
  • Other bug fixes and improvements
  • Support for DPM 300 and DPM 300H Cinema Processors and DCM 300 Crossover/Monitor Processor
  • SNMP support
  • Intrinsic Correction settings for new SC-223 screen channel loudspeaker
  • Ability to select AD-S speakers as screen or surround channel loudspeakers
  • Improved performance when DPM Manager running on multiple laptops on the network (Note: a DPM or DCM will only communicate with one instance of DPM Manager at a time – it will indicate a status of 'Unavailable' to other instances. It connects on a 'first come-first served' basis.)
  • Other bug fixes and improvements

For DCP 300 Digital Cinema Processors

The DCP Manager software controls DCP 300 Digital Cinema Processors and gives you an easy interface that allows you to communicate, configure and monitor the operation of your cinema sound system. Using a simple menu-driven approach, it's quick to design a configuration, which is a complete set of parameter settings that change the audio routing, crossover filters, gains, delays, diagnostics and monitor behavior within the DCP Series hardware unit. All configuration data is stored in the DCP device, and can also be saved to a removable SD memory card in the DCP for backup and to quickly reproduce settings on other DCP units.

Version 3.01.18 - Sep 01, 2013

Includes firmware update needed to support DCPNet

Download DCP Manager

DCPNet

DCPNet is a powerful software application that provides comprehensive network-based monitoring and control for multiple QSC digital cinema processors and DCA amplifiers – both individually as well as simultaneously all on one screen.

DCPNet enables network access to any DCP Series cinema processor. DCPNet makes it possible to monitor and adjust most DCP processor settings for any theatre or even an entire multiplex from within the theatre itself, an office location, or anywhere else with network access. Along with volume, mute and audio preset control, DCPNet allows the user to turn QSC DCA Cinema Amplifiers on and off and monitor amplifier operating conditions like temperature and impedance loading. Control presets allow the use of relays in the DCP Digital Cinema Processor and DXP Digital Expansion Processor to control external devices like masking and curtain motors and dimmers. The new DCPNet application, along with DCPConnect, the mobile application that turns an iOS or Android mobile device into a complete cinema sound remote controller, gives theatre operators an unprecedented level of control over their QSC Cinema Sound systems.

Download DCPNet

DCM 10, DCM 10D, DCM 30 and DCM 30D

The DCM Manager gives you an easy interface that allows you to communicate with your Digital Cinema Monitor. DCM Manager allows you to design a configuration, which is a complete set of parameter settings that change the audio routing, crossover filters, gains, delays, diagnostics and monitor behavior within the DCM hardware unit.

Version 1.40.3

  • Compatible with Windows 10
  • Updated speaker settings for QSC speakers
  • Speaker settings for discontinued QSC speakers can be found in the database by selecting 'QSC Legacy' as the speaker make

Download DCM Manager

Some users have reported difficulty connecting to QSC DCP and DCM processors via USB. The issue seems to occur with Windows 8 and Windows 10. To resolve this issue, please download the appropriate USB driver package for your 32-bit or 64-bit OS, and follow the installation instructions.

USB Driver Installation Instructions

Digital Cinema Processors (2024)

FAQs

What is a cinema processor? ›

A cinema processor is a system that enables the audio playback of movie soundtracks within theaters. The processor should be capable of playing back digital and analog content in a wide array of sound formats.

What is the difference between Dolby Atmos and digital cinema? ›

Does Dolby Digital sound better? Dolby Digital does not sound better than Dolby Atmos because it is a 2D, rather than 3D, surround sound format. The newer and more advanced technology of Dolby Atmos beats Dolby Digital by using up to 128 audio objects distributed across up to 64 unique outputs.

What is digital cinema technology? ›

"Digital cinema" refers to digital formats in general such as MPEG, JPEG 2000 and Windows Media. For example, MPEG-2 is widely used for pre-show videos and advertising. However, "dCinema" refers to the DCI (Digital Cinema Initiatives) specification that uses JPEG 2000 compression and the MXF packaging format.

What is an example of a digital cinema? ›

A lesser-known movie, Russian Ark (2002), was also shot with the same camera and was the first tapeless digital movie, recorded on HDD instead of tape. In 2009, Slumdog Millionaire became the first movie shot mainly in digital to be awarded the Academy Award for Best Cinematography.

What is a film processor? ›

Derived from equipment originally designed for processing of motion-picture film or photostat prints, these consist of belt- or roller-driven apparatus that carries the film through developer, fixing, and washing solutions, and, in most cases, through a drier, permitting delivery of a processed,…

What is Dolby Cinema processor? ›

The Dolby Digital Cinema Processor CP750 provides easy-to-operate audio control in digital cinema environments.

Is Dolby 7.1 better than Atmos? ›

Dolby Atmos offers a more immersive and dynamic sound experience, especially with content that supports it. However, Dolby 7.1 may still provide a satisfying surround sound experience for those who prefer a more traditional setup or have limitations on speaker placement.

Which is better, Dolby Digital or DTS? ›

DTS uses a different method of compression than Dolby Digital, called adaptive transform coding, which can result in higher bitrates and better sound quality. DTS can support up to 7.1 channels of surround sound, which means that it can provide even more immersive audio than Dolby Digital.

What is Dolby Digital cinema? ›

Dolby Cinema unlocks the emotional impact of every film allowing you to see the subtle details and ultravivid colors of Dolby Vision®, and hear the immersive sound of Dolby Atmos®. This unmatched combination is so lifelike — you'll forget you're at the movies.

Is digital cinema better? ›

Digital projection provides the clearest, most realistic images and colors, which can be enjoyed by moviegoers of all ages. Stadium seating is typically found in larger theaters, where every seat is on the same level.

What are the different types of digital cinema? ›

It involves digital projectors, compression of the film, transmission via fiber optics or satellite, and a theater management system. The main types are 2D, 3D, 4D and 5D cinema.

What is the difference between cinema and digital cinema? ›

Digital cinematography is the technique of photographing motion pictures as digital images. As opposed to film cinematography which uses film stock to capture light, digital cinematography utilizes a digital sensor within a camera that captures light. These images are then stored onto a tape or digital files.

What quality is digital cinema? ›

In digital cinema, resolutions are represented by the horizontal pixel count, usually 2K (2048×1080 or 2.2 megapixels) or 4K (4096×2160 or 8.8 megapixels).

What format is digital cinema? ›

A Digital Cinema Package (DCP) consists of XML files for metadata and MXF files. MXF (Material Exchange Format) is a video file container that adheres to the standards set by SMPTE. Video tracks in a DCP are encoded in the JPEG-2000 codec, which is a lossless compression normally at 24 fps.

How many digital cinema screens are there? ›

Number of digital cinema screens worldwide 2006-2021

In 2021, there were more than 208 thousand digital cinema screens across the world, up from less than 155.5 thousand screens in 2016.

What is the difference between a processor and an amplifier? ›

A digital amplifier takes a digital signal and makes the same signal a higher voltage. A digital signal processor, does not amplify the signal, it as the name says, processes it.

What is a processor on a video card? ›

A graphics processing unit (GPU) is a similar hardware component but more specialized. It can more efficiently handle complex mathematical operations that run in parallel than a general CPU.

What does an AV processor do? ›

Selects the source, decodes the multichannel cinema surround-sound format, controls volume, performs room equalization, manages bass signals when a subwoofer is used, sends video content to display device and audio content to power amplifier.

What is the difference between a processor and a receiver? ›

As discussed, an AV Processor is a high-performer compared to an AV Receiver. It might perform fewer tasks but does them better than its AV Receiver counterpart. Here is the area where, on average, an AV Processor will perform better: Audio performance (better signal-to-noise ratio, less distortion…)

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