QSC DPM-300H – Digital Cinema Processor / Monitor / Crossover (HDMI)

Product Overview

The QSC DPM-300H is a 10-channel digital cinema processor that adds HDMI input/output and onboard Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD decoding to QSC’s integrated cinema processing platform. Like the standard DPM-300, it combines all signal processing and monitoring functions for digital cinema sound in a single unit — booth monitor, loudspeaker crossovers, and screen-channel amplification management — and is designed for QSC Digital Cinema Amplifiers (DCA) with Intrinsic Correction™ tunings for QSC Digital Cinema Speakers (DCS). It is configurable for passive, bi-amp, tri-amp, and quad-amp operation with 2 or 4 surround channels (5.1 or 7.1).

Product Description

The DPM-300H provides ten digital inputs for 5.1 and 7.1 soundtracks plus HI/VI, HDMI input and output for non-sync sources, and decoding of Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD program. It also includes analog inputs for film processors and non-sync and mic/line sources, master volume, and full 1/3-octave graphic EQ on every channel except the subwoofer. Digital loudspeaker crossovers support three passive, bi-, tri-, or quad-amp screen channels, while a built-in booth monitor loudspeaker and headphone jack support engineering and QC listening. Control and monitoring run over Ethernet with full SNMP support plus RS-232 automation, and a bypass mode routes audio around failed components to keep the show running. The DPM-300H is compatible with QSC’s installed base of DCA cinema amplifiers and QSC cinema loudspeakers such as the SC-1150 screen channel. For a non-HDMI version without Dolby/DTS decoding, see the DPM-300.

Key Features

• HDMI input/output for non-sync sources — Adds HDMI connectivity for non-sync content alongside digital cinema soundtracks.
• Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD decoding — Onboard decoding of these consumer/non-sync formats for alternative-content playback.
• Ten digital inputs (5.1 / 7.1 + HI/VI) — Accepts standard digital cinema soundtrack formats plus hearing- and visually-impaired channels.
• Three screen-channel digital crossovers — Configurable for passive, bi-amp, tri-amp, or quad-amp screen channels.
• 2 or 4 surround channels — Supports 5.1 and 7.1 cinema surround formats.
• Intrinsic Correction™ for DCS loudspeakers — Factory tunings optimize QSC Digital Cinema Speaker performance and reduce setup time.
• Booth monitor and headphone output — Built-in monitor loudspeaker and headphone jack for in-booth listening.
• Ethernet control with SNMP, plus RS-232 — Network control and monitoring with full SNMP support and serial automation control.
• Bypass mode — Routes audio around failed components so the show continues.
• DCA amplifier compatibility — Works with QSC’s installed base of DCA-equipped screens for full network monitoring and control.

Typical Applications

• Auditorium (cinema / screening room)

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the DPM-300H add over the DPM-300?
The DPM-300H adds HDMI input/output for non-sync sources and onboard Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD decoding. All other cinema processing, crossover, monitoring, and control features match the standard DPM-300.

Which amplifiers and loudspeakers does the DPM-300H work with?
It is designed for QSC Digital Cinema Amplifiers (DCA) and includes Intrinsic Correction™ tunings for QSC Digital Cinema Speakers (DCS), and is compatible with existing DCA-equipped screens for full network monitoring and control.

How is the DPM-300H controlled and monitored?
Control and monitoring are available over Ethernet with full SNMP support, plus serial automation control via RS-232.

What warranty applies?
The DPM-300H is covered under QSC’s standard limited warranty terms. For current warranty details and cinema system design support, contact Creation Networks.