dandb audiotechnik DS100M Signal Engine Instruction Manual

dandb audiotechnik DS100M Signal Engine

Specifications

• Model: d&b DS100M Signal Engine
• Dimensions: 3 RU, 19″ rack mount
• Audio Inputs: MilanTM audio networking, MADI
• Audio Matrix : 64 x 64 level/delay
• Special Features: Dynamic source positioning, emulated acoustics functions
• Compliance: EN 55032:2019 for electromagnetic compatibility

Product Usage Instructions

Intended Use
The d&b DS100M Signal Engine is a specialized 3 RU, 19″ rack mount audio processor with Milan™ audio networking as well as MADI audio inputs. In its base configuration, it provides a 64 x 64 level / delay audio matrix. Additional software modules provide dynamic source positioning and emulated acoustics functions.

NOTICE!
The device complies with the electromagnetic compatibility requirements of EN 55032:2019 (product family standard for audio, video, audio-visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use) for the environment Class B (residential). Acoustic interferences and malfunctions may occur if the unit is operated near high-frequency transmitters (e.g. wireless microphones, mobile phones, etc.). Damage to the device is unlikely, but cannot be excluded.

Software Terms of Use
The software modules installed on the device shall only be used to the extent intended/documented. D&B shall not be liable for any damage resulting from any other or non-conforming use. You may not decompile, copy, alter or enhance the software modules installed on the device or their source codes in any form. D&B will investigate any infringement of copyright or intellectual property rights.

Application
The DS100M Signal Engine is a versatile tool for large and complex audio systems that are used to route and distribute a large number of audio channels to many different amplifier channels, break-out rooms, loudspeaker zones or positions. The DS100M completely integrates with the overall D&B system approach which includes loudspeakers, amplifiers, rigging, transport and the DS20 Audio network bridge, which interfaces between Milan™ audio networking and the AES3 inputs of the D&B amplifiers. d&b audio systems including the DS100M are designed and optimized using the d&b ArrayCalc Simulation software and are controlled using the d&b R1 Remote control software. The comprehensive input processing provides Gain, EQ, Delay, Mute and Polarity switches enabling the user to combine all types of input signals to create a mix of audio signals from a wide variety of sources. Extended processing capabilities are also provided on every output. The audio matrix with level, mute, and delay controls at every crosspoint is a very flexible tool to either simply distribute audio signals to the intended output or, if the crosspoint delay is enabled, to position audio sources in a distributed loudspeaker setup.

Note: Comprehensive information on the “Media integrated local area network” (Milan™) is given in the d&b technical information TI 370, which can be downloaded from the related product page at www.dbaudio.com..

Before starting up the device, please verify the shipment for completeness and proper condition of the items. If there is any sign of obvious damage to the unit and/or the power cord, do not operate the unit and contact your local dealer from whom you received it.

Mains plug types and associated standards / IEC type**

• IEC Lock: Lockable IEC plug
• IEC Std.: Standard IEC plug

(Illustrations are approximations only and not true to scale)

Technical specifications

Power supply

• Universal range switched mode power supply __
• Mains connection __ IEC type socket
• Rated mains voltage __ 100 to 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz
• Nominal power __ 400 W

Thermal and Environmental conditions

• IP class __ IP20
• Operating temperature range 0 °C to 50 °C 32 °F to 122 °F
• Storage temperature range –20 °C to 70 °C –4 °F to 158 °F
• Operating humidity range (rel. non-condensed) __ 10% to 85%
• Storage humidity range (rel. non-condensed) __ 15% to 90%

Fan noise emission

• Idle (@ 22 °C / 71.6 °F) __ 36 dB(A)
• Full load (@ 22 °C / 71.6 °F) 42 dB(A) Full load (@ 50 °C / 122 °F) 54 dB(A)

Dimensions and weight

• Height x width x depth 3 RU x 19″ x 481 mm 3 RU x 19″ x 18.93″
• Weight __ 11 kg / 24.25 lb

Connections

• ETHERNET 2 x RJ45 LAN 100/1000 Mbps OCA/AES70 OSC __ SNMP
• 2 x USB __ USB 3.0 port
• AUDIO NETWORK Milan™ audio network/AES67 2 x RJ45 for Milan™ PRImary/SECondary __ Gigabit only
• MADI interface Supported MADI channels: 1 … 128 @ 48 kHz Supported MADI channels: 1 … 96 @ 96 kHz
• Physical MADI inputs __ IN 1/IN 2/IN 3
• MADI input channel blocks @ 48 kHz 1 – 32/33 – 64: IN 1 65 – 96/97 – 128: IN 2
• MADI input channel blocks @ 96 kHz 1 – 32: IN 1 33 – 64: IN 2 65 – 96: IN 3 97 – 128: Not supported
• WORD CLOCK __ IN/OUT

Controls and indicators

• Mains power switch __ Rocker switch on the rear panel
• POWER __ Push-button switch with integrated ring-LED indicator
• Boot time __ Appr.: 45 sec.

I/O

• Sample rate for I/O __ 48/96 kHz
• Inputs __ 64
• Outputs __ 64

Latency

• Milan™ Into Out 0.875 ms @ 48 kHz 1.51 ms @ 96 kHz __ 1.51 ms @ 96 kHz

Input processing

• Gain __ –120 dB … +24 dB
• Polarity __ 0°/180°
• EQ __ 8-band PEQ with high/low shelf
• Delay __ Up to 500 ms
• Mute __ On / Off

Matrix processing

• Crosspoint Mute __ On/Off
• Crosspoint Level __ –120 dB … +10 dB
• Crosspoint Delay __ Up to 500 ms

Output processing

• Gain __ –120 dB … +10 dB
• Polarity __ 0°/180°
• EQ __ 16-band PEQ with high/low shelf
• Delay __ Up to 500 ms
• Mute __ On/Off

En-Scene

• Input sources __ Up to 64
• Positioning __ Static or dynamic (moving)
• Control __ Manual or external
• External control __ OCA/AES70 and OSC

En-Space

• Convolvers __ Up to 144
• Impulse response length __ Up to 10 seconds

DS100M dimensions in mm [inch]

Startup **

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Controls and indicators

Rack mounting and cooling

Rack mounting
The enclosure is designed to fit standard 19″ equipment racks or cabinets.

NOTICE!
When mounting the device into 19″ equipment racks or cabinets, it
is strongly recommended that you:

• Always fix the device at its front AND rear rack ears using appropriate rack mounting screws and U-washers, as shown in the graphic opposite.
• Alternatively, use shelves fixed to the inner sides of theequipment rack or cabinet.

Cooling
Thermal conditions are a vital factor in ensuring the operational safety of the device. The device is equipped with three internal fans that draw cool air from the front into the housing and channel the warm air towards the back of the device.

• Please ensure that adequate cool airflow is provided.
• Do not block or cover the front panel air intake or the vents on the rear panel.
• If the device is installed in sealed cabinets (e.g. in fixed installations), use additional fan modules with filters that can be easily replaced without opening the sealed cabinets.
• Do not rack up DS100M devices together with other devices producing additional heat with opposing airflow.

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Connections

WARNING!
Potential risk of electric shock. The device is a protective class 1 unit. A missing earth (ground) contact may cause dangerous voltages in the housing and controls and may lead to electric shock.

• Connect the device to mains power supplies with protective earth only.
• If there is any sign of obvious damage to the power cord and/or mains plug, do not use the power cord and replace it before further use.
• Please ensure the mains connector is accessible at any time to disconnect the device in case of malfunction or danger.

An IEC-type mains connector socket [1] is fitted on the rear panel. An appropriate power cord with an IEC-type mains plug is supplied with the device. Before connecting the device to the mains voltage, check that the mains voltage and frequency correspond to the specifications on the rating label next to the IEC-type mains connector socket [1].

Lockable IEC type mains plug (IEC Lock)
Once the mains plug is connected, it is locked to avoid accidental disconnection of the device. To disconnect the power cord, pull the release button [R] towards you and pull out the mains plug.

ETH 1/ETH 2
Two Ethernet ports (ETH 1/ETH 2 – 100/1000 Mbps/peer-to-peer) [2] are provided enabling remote control via Ethernet.

Note: The ETH 2 connector is currently disabled but is reserved for future feature implementations.

USB
Two USB 3.0 ports [3] are provided for future functionality.

AUDIO NETWORK
The DS100M provides a fully supported Milan™ audio network interface [4] (Gigabit only).

• Primary:
  • RJ45 Ethernet port (Primary): Used to connect the device to the primary network to transmit and receive audio.
• Secondary:
  • RJ45 Ethernet port (Secondary): Used to connect the device to a secondary network for redundancy.

Note: For the assignment/mapping of the DS100M processing channels, please refer to Þ Chapter 5 “Milan™/ MADI interfacing” on page 16.

Scope of Supply
Before using the device, ensure all items are present and in good condition. Contact your dealer if there is any damage to the unit or power cord.

MADI interface
In addition, the DS100M incorporates a fully supported MADI interface [5] which allows the corresponding MADI audio input sources to be transferred via the Milan™ audio network. The assignment of the corresponding MADI input source blocks to the physical MADI inputs on the device is listed in the table below corresponding to the sampling of either 48 or 96 kHz.

@ 48 kHz
1 – 32| IN 1
33 – 64| IN 1
65 – 96| IN 2
97 – 128| IN 2
@ 96 kHz
1 – 32| IN 1
33 – 64| IN 2
65 – 96| IN 3
97 – 128| – not supported –

Note: For the assignment/mapping of the DS100M processing channels, please refer to Þ Chapter 5 “Milan™/ MADI interfacing” on page 16.

WORD CLOCK

• IN: Receiving an external word clock signal.
• OUT: Providing the word clock signal.

Controls and indicators

Mains power switch
The on/off rocker switch [7] is located on the rear panel.

• OFF Mains isolation is not provided. The mains power supply is switched off but remains connected to the mains.
• ON The mains power supply is switched on and the device is ready for operation.

POWER button and LED indicator

• Switching on (boot up)
  • Provided the mains power switch [7] at the rear is switched on, pushing the POWER button [8] will boot up the device. ↳The integrated LED indicator [9] illuminates green.

Device shut down/Device reset/System status
The POWER button serves to set/reset the device into dedicated system statuses by pressing the button a specified number of times within a time frame of 4 seconds.

Provided the device is powered on and fully booted, the table below details the desired device status, the neccessary action/ sequence and its result:

applied:

IPmode: DHCP+FB (Fallback).

Fallback IP address: 192.168.1.100.

IPmask: 255.255.255.0.

RemID: Set to 0.01.

Network to DHCP+LL settings.| Press the power button 5x.| DHCP+LL applied.
Reset the device name and audio path.| Press the power button 7x.| Reboot:

▪ Device name is reset to factory default.

▪ All inputs are reverted to Matrix mode.

▪ All input, matrix nodes and output processing is reset.

▪ Device Scenes and network/remote settings are not affected.

Troubleshooting
The LED indicator [9] also serves for basic troubleshooting purposes.

▪ No mains supply available.

▪ The mains power switch at the rear [7] is set to off (0).

▪ The POWER button [8] was not pressed.

▪ The mains power supply is faulty.

Illuminates green| ▪ Mains supply is available.

▪ The system is switched on and is operating.

Flashing

4 short flashes or 1 long flash followed by 4 short flashes, repeated.

| ▪ Power supply fault.

Please contact your D&B Service Partner or Service Hub*.

Flashing

2 short flashes, repeated.

| ▪ Fault in CPU power supply.

▪ Fault in CPU or BIOS.

Please contact your D&B Service Partner or Service Hub*.

Flashing permanently| ▪ Milan™ I/O fault (Milan card).

Please contact your D&B Service Partner or Service Hub*.

*The D&B website at www.dbaudio.com contains a list of all D&B service Partners or Service Hubs responsible for your region.

Behaviour after AC power interruption
If the AC power is interrupted, the device will remember its last power state and restore it when the AC power is re-established.

AC power interrupted while the device is:| Behaviour after re-establishing AC power:
---|---
On| The device powers up immediately:

Þ Previous ‘ON’ state restored.

Þ Device keeps ‘ON’ state.

Off| The device powers up immediately:

Þ Previous ‘OFF’ state restored.

Þ Device shuts down.

This leads to the following behaviour:

ETHERNET indicators

• Status LEDs
  • Link status/activity LED
  • Solid green : Link established.
  • Flashing: Link activity.
  • Gigabit link status LED
  • Solid orange: Established Gigabit Ethernet link.

AUDIO NETWORK indicators

Audio network LEDs (PRI/SEC)

• Gigabit link status LED:
  • Solid orange: Established Gigabit Ethernet link.
• Link status LED :
  • Solid green: Card present.

Status LEDs
The status LEDs indicate the system and ATDECC identification status:

• READY ( ) Solid orange: AVB daemon is started and Milan™ communication is enabled.
• STATE ( / ) Normally off. Flashing white: ATDECC identification active.

Milan™/MADI interfacing

The DS100M provides Milan™ audio networking as well as MADI audio inputs within one device. This allows either Milan™ or MADI audio input sources to be processed correspondingly. The DS100M processing provides a total of 64 possible audio input sources. To these input sources (divided into two blocks 1 – 32 and 33 – 64), you can assign corresponding blocks of 32 input sources to define from what input source (either Milan™ or MADI / Radio button in R1) the signals should originate.

Note: When using MADI input sources, either in combination with Milan™ input sources or pure MADI input sources, you have to apply the necessary clocking externally.

The assignment/mapping is performed in R1.

Example
In the screenshot below, MADI input source block 33 – 64 is selected for the DS100M input source block 1 – 32 and Milan™ input source block 1 – 32 is selected for the DS100M input source block 33 – 64.

Service/Maintenance and care

Service

CAUTION!
Potential risk of explosion. The device incorporates a lithium battery which may cause danger of explosion if not replaced correctly. Refer replacement only to qualified service personnel authorized by D&B audiotechnik.

Do not open the device. No user-serviceable parts inside. In case of any damage do not operate the device under any circumstances.

Refer servicing only to qualified service personnel authorized by D &B Audiotechnik. In particular if:

• objects or liquids have entered the device.
• the device does not operate normally.
• the device was dropped or the housing was damaged.

Maintenance and care
The air intake at the front of the device is covered by a mesh filter inlay. To ensure proper cooling the mesh filter should be regularly cleaned from dust and moisture.

For this purpose, proceed as follows:

1. Grab and take off the mesh-filter-inlay as shown in the graphic opposite.
2. Clean the filter from any dust and moisture.
3. Insert the filter inlay to the bottom edge of the air intake slot.
4. Push in the top edge of the filter-inlay and spread out the filter-inlay to both sides as shown in the graphic opposite.
5. Finally, ensure the filter-inlay is properly fitted in place.

Declaration of Conformity

This declaration applies to:

d &b Z4102 DS100M Signal Engine
by d&b audiotechnik GmbH & Co. KG. All product variants are included, provided they correspond to the original technical version and have not been subject to any later design or electromechanical modifications. We herewith declare that said products conform with the provisions of the respective directives including all applicable amendments. Detailed and applicable declarations are available on request and can be ordered from D&B or downloaded from the D&B website at www.dbaudio.com.

WEEE Declaration (Disposal)
Electrical and electronic equipment must be disposed of separately from normal waste at the end of its operational lifetime. Please dispose of this product according to the respective national regulations or contractual agreements. If there are any further questions concerning the disposal of this product, please contact D&B Audiotechnik. WEEE-Reg.-Nr. DE: 13421928

Licenses and Copyright
This device includes software components released under different open-source licenses. These components are supplied together with the D&B firmware. This page provides an overview of the open-source software used in this product. As required by the GPL and LGPL licenses, we will send you a copy of the used source code on request. If you would like to obtain a copy, please contact us by mail at: software.support@dbaudio.com

Certifications

• Avnu DS100M certification
• Certification ID : 316
• Date Certified: 2024-04-05
• Supported Segments: Milan™
• Product Classes: End Station
• Product Type: Matrix Mixer

FAQ

Q: What should I do if I encounter acoustic interferences while using the DS100M?
A: Acoustic interferences may occur if the unit is operated near high- frequency transmitters. Ensure proper distance from such devices to minimize interferences.

Q: Can I use third-party software modules with the DS100M?
A: No, only use the software modules provided by d&b as using third-party modules may lead to malfunctions and void warranties.

Q: How do I integrate the DS100M with my existing audio system?
A: The DS100M integrates seamlessly with d&b systems including loudspeakers, amplifiers, and network bridges. Use the provided software for optimization and control.

References

• Professional audio solutions from Germany | d&b audiotechnik
• Avnu Alliance

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