EAW DSA230 Specifications
Eastern Acoustic Works One Main Street Whitinsville, MA 01588 tel 800 992 5013 / 508 234 6158 fax 508 234 8251 www.eaw.com
EAW products are continually improved. All specifications are therefore subject to change without notice.
Part Number: RD0111 (C) DSA230 SPEC January 2004
D S A 2 3 0 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s
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Features
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1-way loudspeaker for voice and BGM applications
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Supplement to DSA250 for increased LF output & pattern
control
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Vertical coverage pattern adjustable to fit the audience area
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Integral signal processing and amplification
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Built-in electronic driver protection
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Wall mounting hardware included
Description
The DSA 230 is a unique, column-type loudspeaker for voice-only
and voice/BGM (background music) applications. It also functions
with additional DSA Series loudspeakers to provide increased
performance. For example, used with a DSA250, the DSA230
extends directivity to and increases the output at lower frequencies.
The DSA230 has the remarkable versatility of a user-adjustable,
vertical beamwidth. This is made possible because each transducer
has its own DSP (digital signal processing) and power amplifier.
Built-in networking provides for remote PC operation and control.
Intended to be flat-mounted to a wall, the user directs the DSA230’s
output from this position to the desired coverage area using the
supplied DSAPilot software. Pattern asymmetry provides similar
sound levels to both near and far listeners. Each of the two inputs
has user-adjustable EQ, delay, and compression.
DSA loudspeakers are engineered as a solution for applications with
difficult acoustics, physical mounting limitations, precise vertical
coverage requirements, and difficult aesthetic requirements. They can
replace typical horn or column-type loudspeakers in small to medium
venues. These include houses of worship, auditoriums, theaters,
concert halls, conference rooms, transportation centers, athletic
facilities, classrooms, museums, shopping malls, and theme parks.
The enclosure profile and appearance reduces architectural impact.
1-WAY DIGITALLY STEERABLE ARRAY
See TABULAR DATA notes for details
CONFIGURATION
Subsystem
Transducer
Loading
LF 8x 4 in cone
Direct radiating
Operating Mode
Amplifier Channels
External Signal Proc.
Self-powered 8x high efficiency
None
ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE
Operating Range
78 Hz to 10 kHz
Nominal Beawidth
Horz
120°
Vert
Digitally variable
ELECTRONIC PERFORMANCE
Analog
Amplifier Output (ea) 28.3 V
50 W @ 16 ohm
Input (Audio A and B):
Configuration Balanced differential
Nominal Sensitivity 0.9 V / 1.25 dBu
For full output
Maximum Signal 12.2 V / 24 dBu
Input Routing A + B, A or B, priority B over A
Digital
A to D/ D to A 48 kHz, 24 bit
Processor 32 bit dual SHARC
(Super Harvard Architecture Computer)
Propagation Time 4.3 ms
INPUT SIGNAL PROCESSING
Filters
Frequency Boost/Cut Q
Parametric 10 to 24000 Hz
+15/-15 dB 0.25 to 64
6 or 12 dB Lo Shelf 10 to 24000 Hz
+15/-15 dB
6 or 12 dB Hi Shelf 10 to 24000 Hz
+15/-15 dB
HPF and LPF 10 to 24000 Hz
12/18/24 dB/oct L-R, BW, Bessel
Compression
Threshold
-40 to +24 dBu
Ratio 1.2:1 to inf:1
Attack (ms) slow (64)/med (16)/fast (2)
Release (ms) slow (256)/med (64)/fast (8)
Gain
-40 dB to +10 dB
Mute
on/off
Signal Delay
300 ms maximum
Meters
Input
-40 to +20 dBu
Output
-30 to 0 dB
ref 0 dB = full output
Gain Reduction
0 dB to -60 dB (compression)
CONNECTIONS
Computer Network
Standard EIA-485
Optional CobraNet (requires EAW CM-1 Interface Card accessory)
AC Mains
Voltage / Frequency
Maximum Current
DSA230 (115 V) 100 to 120 V / 50 to 60 Hz 4 A
DSA230 (230 V) 220 to 240 V / 50 to 60 Hz 2 A
ORDERING DATA
Description
Part Number
DSA230 White 115 V
0005483-00
Optional Accessories
CM-1 CobraNet Interface Card
0005987
DSA Fly-Bar Kit
0007445
DSA Enclosure Connecting Kit
0007446