The Dolby CP950 Cinema Processor is the sound heart of a digital cinema auditorium, and the Dolby CP950 Cinema Processor takes the audio from a digital cinema server and turns it into the multi-channel sound the audience hears. It decodes Dolby Surround 7.1 and 5.1, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital and Dolby TrueHD, and its touchscreen front panel, built-in booth monitor and web interface give the projectionist full control without a separate control surface.
Why Choose Dolby CP950 Cinema Processor?
Cinema sound fails in the details, and the Dolby CP950 Cinema Processor is built for those details: a processor that cannot handle the format on the print, or one that needs a rack of outboard gear for equalisation and crossover work. The CP950 carries high-resolution multi-rate equalisation and internal crossovers on board, so the auditorium can be tuned from the processor itself, and its modular design accepts an expansion card for a future upgrade to Dolby Atmos, with the factory Atmos version sold as the CP950A. Sixteen analogue outputs, AES3 digital inputs over RJ-45 and BNC, and a microphone input for room measurement cover the wiring of a modern auditorium in one 2U box.
Key Features
Full Dolby format decoding: Dolby Surround 7.1 and 5.1, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital (AC-3), Dolby TrueHD and Dolby E.
Touchscreen front panel: Built-in booth monitor and a web interface for control from the booth or the network.
Internal crossovers and EQ: High-resolution multi-rate equalisation and internal crossovers for auditorium tuning.
Atmos upgrade path: Modular design, upgradeable to Dolby Atmos with a future expansion card; the CP950A is the factory Atmos version.
Flexible digital inputs: AES3 over RJ-45 and BNC, plus HDMI in and out and a microphone/RTA XLR input.
Compact 2U rack unit: 482.6 mm wide and 88.5 mm high, weighing 5.53 kg including rack ears.
Best Suited For
The Dolby CP950 Cinema Processor suits single-screen cinemas, multiplex auditoriums and screening rooms that need a dedicated cinema audio processor rather than a home AV receiver. It is a commercial cinema product sold through integrators, so installation and auditorium calibration should be handled by a cinema sound installer, not attempted as a DIY home-cinema purchase.
Setup and Connection Guide
Rack the Dolby CP950 Cinema Processor in the projection booth with clear airflow, connect the digital cinema server over AES3 or the analogue outputs as the server requires, and wire the auditorium loudspeakers and subwoofers to the 16 analogue outputs through the power amplifiers. Connect the booth monitor and the network for the web interface, run room measurement through the microphone/RTA input, and tune the equalisation and crossovers for the auditorium before opening to the public. Keep the processor on a stable mains supply within its 100 to 240 V rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the CP950 and the CP950A?
The Dolby CP950 Cinema Processor is the standard processor with up to 16 analogue output channels, while the CP950A is the factory version with Dolby Atmos and 64 digital channels. The CP950 can be upgraded toward Atmos with a future expansion card.
Does it decode Dolby Atmos out of the box?
No. Atmos requires the CP950A version or the expansion-card upgrade for the CP950. Standard Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital and Dolby TrueHD are decoded as standard.
Can it be controlled remotely?
Yes. The CP950 has a web interface over its Gigabit Ethernet port in addition to the touchscreen front panel and the built-in booth monitor.
Technical Specifications
Brand
Dolby
Model
CP950
Type
Digital cinema audio processor
Formats
Dolby Surround 7.1 / 5.1, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital (AC-3), Dolby TrueHD, Dolby E
Sample rates
44.1, 48, 96 kHz at 16, 20, 24 bit
Analogue outputs
16 channels via 2 x DB25 female
Digital inputs
8 x AES3 (2 x RJ-45), 2 x AES3 auxiliary (BNC)
Other I/O
1 x Gigabit Ethernet, 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x HDMI in, 1 x HDMI out, 1 x mic/RTA XLR female, 2 x non-sync RCA, 2 x HI/VI RCA, RS-232 (DB9)
Display
Touchscreen front panel with built-in booth monitor
Dolby Surround 7.1 / 5.1, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital (AC-3), Dolby TrueHD, Dolby E
Sample rates
44.1, 48, 96 kHz at 16, 20, 24 bit
Analogue outputs
16 channels via 2 x DB25 female
Digital inputs
8 x AES3 (2 x RJ-45), 2 x AES3 auxiliary (BNC)
Other I/O
1 x Gigabit Ethernet, 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x HDMI in, 1 x HDMI out, 1 x mic/RTA XLR female, 2 x non-sync RCA, 2 x HI/VI RCA, RS-232 (DB9)
Display
Touchscreen front panel with built-in booth monitor
Dimensions (W x H x D)
482.6 x 88.5 x 220.9 mm including rack ears
Weight
5.53 kg
Power
100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz, nominally under 60 W
Model / SKU
DOLBY-CP950
Category
AV Processors
Condition
Brand new, sealed box
Warranty
Official manufacturer warranty (India)
GST invoice
Yes, input credit available
Warranty Information
Buy with peace of mind. The Dolby CP950 Cinema Processor comes with the official manufacturer’s warranty for India, valid from the date on your GST invoice. Pro Audio Video is a specialist audio video store, and every product we sell is brand new, sealed and sourced through authorised channels, so your warranty is honoured at brand service centres across India.
Official Indian warranty, as specified by the manufacturer
GST invoice with every order, needed for warranty claims
We help you raise and follow up warranty claims with the brand
Delivery and Shipping
Same-day dispatch on most in-stock orders
Delivery anywhere in India; delivery time depends on your location
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