Crestron Releases PROCISE™
12 Jan 2011
The Ultimate in Surround Sound Processing and Multi-channel Amplification. PROCISE™ Sets a New Standard for Professional-Grade, Multi-Channel Audio Processing for HD Home Theatres.
Crestron Australia & New Zealand are proud to release the highly anticipated PROCISE™ (PROfessional and preCISE) audio line. The PSPHD high-definition 7.3 surround sound audio processor is uniquely designed for both commercial and residential applications. Three independent subwoofer outputs provide bass that is evenly distributed to every seat. Audyssey MultEQ® XT automatic room calibration delivers the best possible sound quality for every seat in the room. An integrated HDMI switcher with HDCP support ensures compatibility with DRM protected content and equipment. Intelligent pairing enables sophisticated communication between the PSPHD and the PROAMP-7X400 or PROAMP-7X250 7-channel amplifiers.
PROCISE is an elegant technology showpiece for the serious home theatre. Guests will be impressed by the beautiful front panel of the PSPHD, which features vintage-style digital VU meters and spectrum analysis for graphical display of audio and diagnostics. Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD Master Audio™ 7.1 support the latest lossless audio formats to deliver the full experience of Blu-ray Disc™ and other high-definition media.
PSP-HD
Balanced and unbalanced outputs feed additional listening zones or recording equipment, and balanced connectivity supports the use of long cables and produces pristine, noise-free audio. Mono and stereo outputs independently deliver an unprocessed mix of the entire surround sound signal. Professional AES/EBU digital audio inputs enable connectivity to very high end studio and broadcast-quality equipment. PROCISE XLR Balanced Audio Interconnect Cables ensure high-end, studio-grade performance and reliability.
The high-powered PROAMP amplifiers are precision-matched to the PSPHD in form and performance. The PROAMP 7X400 model delivers 400 watts at 8 ohms on all seven channels, while the PROAMP 7X250 delivers 250 watts at 8 ohms on all seven channels. Through the use of custom hybrid amplifier technology, these achieve the warmth and neutrality of a Class AB amplifier with all the efficiency benefits of modern Class D. Despite massive power supplies they run very cool and require no rack spacing above or below. Using a simple Ethernet connection, the PSPHD processor and PROAMP amplifier automatically pair, enabling seamless control and monitoring of the amplifier through the PSPHD front panel.
Setup, control, and monitoring are accessed via the front panel or Crestron PROCISE Tools software. Front panel controls can be locked to prevent unauthorized access.
PRO-AMP7X400 / 7X250
“Crestron stunned listeners with PROCISE demonstrations in the CEDIA sound room in Atlanta.” says Gerrit Ryan, national manager for residential business. The PROCISE PDP-HD collected CE Pro Magazine's “Best AV Preamp-Processors/Switcher-Receiver” at the show. “PROCISE is serious audio product that highlights the engineering talents within Crestron and will rattle a few chains with it’s outstanding sonic performance and innovation”
SUMMARY of PSPHD Features
- 7.3 HD Surround Sound Processing
- Delivers the ultimate multi-channel experience with enveloping surround sound and uniform deep bass coverage employing multiple subwoofers.
- Audyssey MultEQ® XT Precision Automatic Room Compensation
- Maximizes your speaker system's performance within your acoustical space.
- HDMI® Connectivity
- Provides the essential transport for 7.1 surround sound and 1080p HD video.
- Studio Grade Performance
- Three floating-point DSPs and 24-bit 96kHz A-D/D-As achieve articulate, life-like sound with extreme dynamic range and ultra low noise down to 125 dB SNR.
- Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD Master Audio™
- Supports the latest 7.1 surround sound audio formats to get the most from Blu-ray Disc™ and other high-definition media
- Audyssey Dynamic EQ®
- Assures consistent bass response, tonal balance and soundstage at any volume
- Audyssey Dynamic Volume®
- Solves the problem of spikes in volume level between television programs and commercials, and between the soft and loud passages of movies.
- Pure Mode
- Bypasses all signal processing to provide a pure signal path for critical listening.
- QuickSwitch HD® Digital Switching
- Achieves fast, fluid switching of HDMI audio and video.
- Smart HDCP Management
- Industry-leading support for HDCP ensures the most reliable handling of digital HD content, and compatibility with the widest range of devices.
- Copious Connectivity
- Furnishes an incredible 30 inputs including HDMI, AES/EBU, S/PDIF optical and coaxial; plus mono, stereo, and multi-channel analogue.
- XLR Balanced Inputs/Outputs
- Ensures a quieter, more reliable analogue interface to professional-grade amplifiers, powered subwoofers, and source components.
- PROAMP Automatic Amplifier Pairing
- Allows unprecedented integration between preamp and amplifier for seamless control and monitoring.
- Discrete Output Channel Signal Processing
- Affords independent fine adjustment of every individual speaker and subwoofer.
- 2-Channel Signal Steering
- Lets you alternately route stereo audio to the surround, rear, or all speakers for better background or party music.
- Downmix Outputs
- Provides independent mono and stereo output signals to feed additional listening zones, and for interfacing with all kinds of commercial audio equipment.
- Integrated Line Mixer
- Enables straight-forward integration with microphone mixers and codecs, eliminating the need for extra outboard gear in a commercial multimedia presentation or teleconferencing application. Also affords a whole new level of flexibility for interfacing with doorbells and phone ringers, paging and karaoke equipment.
- Dedicated Speech Processing
- Each of the three mixer inputs includes programmable compression, gating, 4-band EQ and notch filtering.
- Sophisticated Signal Routing
- Allows flexible distribution of each mixer input to feed any of the front, surround, rear, and downmix outputs.
- Native Crestron® Control
- Enables virtually unlimited customization for real-time touchpanel control and automation as part of a complete Crestron control system.
- Crestron PROCISE Tools Software
- Affords extensive configuration and fine adjustment via USB or Ethernet.
- DigitalMedia™ System integration
- Melds seamlessly into a Crestron DigitalMedia system via HDMI and Ethernet.
- High-end Appearance
- Features a stunning milled aluminium front panel with clean, uncomplicated controls and selectable visual feedback for a look befitting the finest showcase theatre or luxury conference room.