System description
This chapter explains the basic configuration of the PROMATRIX 8000 system and its most
important functions. The following block diagram shows a PROMATRIX system with DPM 8016
central unit, call stations, audio equipment, amplifiers, a power supply, relay cards and
loudspeaker circuits, as well as control cards for external signals.
ETHERNET
PC
DPM 8016
DPM 8016
DPC 8120
DCS 400
DPC 8015
AUDIO SOURCE
ETHERNET
REMOTE CAN BUS
COBRA NET
AUDIO (LINE LEVEL)
AUDIO (100 V)
PCA
DPA 8225
DPA 8412
DPA 8150
Figure 3.1: PROMATRIX 8000
General overview
The DPM 8016 is the modular, network-capable central unit of the PROMATRIX 8000 system.
The system can be adjusted to system requirements via the 8 slots for audio input, audio
output or message manager modules. The DPM 8016 contains all necessary audio functions
and is responsible for controlling and monitoring the complete PROMATRIX 8000 system. The
type and number of connected audio sources, amplifiers, and relay cards are extremely
variable, and can be adjusted to individual requirements. A single DPM 8016 can manage up to
16 call stations and up to 500 zones; in larger systems, up to 10 DPM 8016 controllers can be
linked with each other via a digital audio and control bus. Control inputs and outputs can be
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