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  • Page 1 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 2 General information D80 Manual Version: 1.8 en, 03/2015, D2020.EN .01 Copyright © 2015 by d&b audiotechnik GmbH; all rights reserved. Keep this manual with the product or in a safe place so that it is available for future reference. We recommend you to regularly check the d&b website for the latest version of this manual.

  • Page 3: Explanation Of Graphical Symbols

    15. An experienced user must always supervise the equipment, over. especially if inexperienced adults or minors are using the equipment. 10. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    9.2.1. Input mode............. 34 9.3. Output................ 36 9.3.1. Output mode............37 9.4. Remote............... 41 9.4.1. Remote ID............... 41 9.4.2. Ethernet settings............. 41 9.5. More................42 9.5.1. Preferences............. 42 9.5.1.1. Display..............43 9.5.1.2. Lock..............43 9.5.1.3. Preferences/More..........45 d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 5 14. Manufacturer's Declarations........72 14.1. EU declaration of conformity (CE symbol)... 72 14.2. WEEE Declaration (Disposal)........ 72 14.3. Licenses and Copyright.......... 72 15. Appendix................. 73 15.1. System check - References........73 15.2. Error messages............75 d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    1.1. Intended use The d&b D80 amplifier is designed for mobile applications and intended to be used with all current d&b loudspeakers. A LINEAR setup is available allowing the D80 to be used as a linear power amplifier. NOTICE! The device complies with the electromagnetic compatibility...
  • Page 7 AES channels or four AES channels. Each input channel can be routed to any of the output channels A to D. XLR connectors 2 and 4 of the D80 can be used as either digital or analog inputs, connectors 1 and 3 are analog inputs.

  • Page 8: Technical Specifications

    TFT color touch screen, 3.5" / 320 x 240 Pixel 100 to 127 V, 50 – 60 Hz low range Mains fuse internal Power consumption (typical values) Standby Idle 180 W Max. power consumption (short term RMS) 7000 W d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 9: Operating Conditions

    Pink noise or Sine wave 10 Hz – 20 kHz Dimensions and weight Height x width x depth 2 RU x 19" x 530.5 mm 2 RU x 19" x 20.9" Weight 19 kg / 42 lb D80 enclosure dimensions in mm [inch] d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 10: Scope Of Supply

    Pos. Qty. d&b Code Description Z2710 d&b D80 Amplifier, dependent on chosen output option (NL4 or EP5 output connectors). Including: Z2620.xxx Power cord D80 (specific to country). K6007.050 RJ 45 Patch cable, 0.5 m (1.6 ft) CAT 6/AWG 24-STP (shielded twisted pair) to be used for daisy chaining multiple amplifiers within a rack.

  • Page 11: Startup

    20, Refer to Þ Chapter 4.4. "Controls following Þ Chapter 4.4.1. "Mains and indicators" on page 20 and power switch" on page 20. Þ Chapter 5. "User interface" on page 23. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 12: Rack Mounting And Cooling

    6" is usually sufficient) to accommodate the cables and connectors at the rear of the amplifier. When mounting D80 amplifiers into a 19" rack, do not just rely on fixing and supporting the amplifiers by their front panels using appropriate rack mounting screws and U washers as shown in the graphic opposite.
  • Page 13 – D12/D80 Touring rack assemblies can be positioned side by side. – Do not stack D80 and D12 Touring racks or any other rack assemblies with opposing airflow. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 14: Connections

    If the mains plug is not readily accessible due to mounting in a 19" rack, then the mains plug for the entire rack must be readily accessible. ® – Do not connect or disconnect the powerCON mains connector under load or live. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 15 A powerCON-HC ® mains connector socket [1] is fitted on the rear panel and an appropriate power cord [2] is supplied. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 16: Audio Input And Link Connectors

    110 ohms, transformer balanced Sampling 48 / 96 kHz / 2 Ch/n Synchronization Word-Sync: PLL-locked to source (slave mode) LINK digital (Output) 3-pin XLR male electronically balanced analog signal buffering (refresh) Power Fail Relay (Bypass) d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 17: Output Connectors

    1+/— = Channel A pos. / neg. 2+/— = Channel B pos. / neg. 3+/— = Channel C pos. / neg. 4+/— = Channel D pos. / neg. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 18: Ethernet (Dual Ethernet Port)

    Yellow – Is off when the speed is 10 Mbit. – Illuminates permanently when the speed is 100 Mbit. Network topologies Star topology Daisy chain topology for a Combined topology maximum of three devices d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 19: Can (Can-Bus)

    RJ 45 connectors (metal housing) must be used while the cable shielding must be connected to both sides. CAN network topologies Daisy chain topology Combined topology With R60 USB to CAN interface With R70 Ethernet to CAN interface d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 20: Controls And Indicators

    Due to the wide range of functions the user interface is described separately in more detail in Þ Chapter 5. "User interface" on page 23. However, both the Standby and Mute functions of the D80 are described in the following two sections. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 21: Standby Mode

    Mute function instead of Standby. However, the Standby mode can be useful with mid/high systems as it removes any residual noise from the system. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 22: Mute Functions

    4.4.4. Mute functions The D80 provides two mute functions: – Individual mute buttons for each channel or pair of channels Þ Channel mute, and a master mute function Þ «Mute all». – Note: The device stores the setting of the mute buttons when the mains power is switched off or disconnected.

  • Page 23: User Interface

    (counterclockwise) decreases it. To leave Edit mode press the encoder or simply tap the respective Menu item again. The color of the frame will change from yellow back to white again Þ Position cursor. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 24: Screen Layout And Conventions

    Home screen b) Device and Channel setup screens 5.3. Screen items and views This section describes the different menu items, views and function elements characterizing the user interface of the D80. 5.3.1. Function buttons Properties: – The top left of the button shows the function name while the bottom right shows the status of the function.

  • Page 25: Input Fields

    (alphanumeric keypad) or an IP address (numeric keypad). – Selection and editing is performed using the touch screen or turning and pushing the encoder. 5.3.5. Information fields Properties: Non-selectable/non-editable field for information purposes only. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 26: Home Screen

    In addition, the Home screen gives direct access to the Remote subscreen. The Home screen can be accessed from any screen or menu at any level using the Home button ( ). Home screen access chart Hierarchy level d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 27: Header Area - Device

    All vital information is displayed. This includes: – Input signal present (ISP) – Input routing – Channel configuration, – Controller output signal (OSP) – Channel mute buttons and status. – Error messages d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 28: Channel Strip

    7. Channel strip D80 Channel strip block diagram (signal chain) The channel strip follows the actual signal chain from left to right: ISP/OVL Indicates the following states for both, the analog ( ) and the digital ( ) signal inputs: Grey The relevant channel is not available.
  • Page 29 Channel unmuted Channel muted A channel error is indicated on the Channel mute button by an exclamation mark Þ A corresponding error message is issued on the Channel view button. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 30: Basic Settings - Quick Reference

    8. Basic settings - Quick reference Due to the vast functional range and possible settings of the D80 amplifier, this section is intended as a quick reference to provide you with a systematic procedure for defining the basic settings of the amplifier.
  • Page 31 Note: A detailed description of the Input routing is given in the reference chapter Þ Chapter 10.6. "Input routing" on page 55. A detailed description of the Input mode is given in the reference chapter Þ Chapter 9.2. "Input" on page 34. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 32: Device Setup

    9. Device setup Device setup access chart Hierarchy level d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 33: Device Name

    Tapping «OK» on the top right confirms the entry, closes the input mask and switches back to the Device setup screen. Tapping the Back button ( ) on the top left cancels any entry and switches back to the Device setup screen keeping the previous entry. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 34: Input

    4 depends on the set input mode. 9.2.1. Input mode Input mode block diagram Analog/Analog Both input connector pairs 1/2 and 3/4 are set to «Analog», an analog audio signal is accepted by inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 35 96 kHz. In this case, the system detects the sampling rate and automatically doubles it using a synchronous sampling rate doubler to achieve the required 96 kHz. The required filtering is calculated using linear phase FIR filters. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 36: Output

    2 x Dual Channel 2 x Mix TOP/SUB 2 x 2-Way Active Mixed configuration On the bottom left of the Output screen, the «Speaker» navigation button provides direct access to the Þ Speaker setup screen. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 37: Output Mode

    9.3.1. Output mode NOTICE! Ensure that the connected loudspeaker type corresponds to the actual output configuration of the D80. Dual Channel mode (A/B, C/D) The Dual Channel mode is dedicated to d&b fullrange systems (passive systems) and actively driven d&b subwoofers. Both channels of each pair of amplifier channels can be configured for TOP or SUB cabinets independently.
  • Page 38 1 = Amp A (C) pos. (TOP) 2 = Amp A (C) neg. (TOP) 3 = Amp B (D) pos. (SUB) 4 = Amp B (D) neg. (SUB) 5 = n.c. 2 x Mix TOP/SUB mode d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 39 1 = Amp A (C) pos. (LF) 2 = Amp A (C) neg. (LF) 3 = Amp B (D) pos. (MF/HF) 4 = Amp B (D) neg. (MF/HF) 5 = n.c. 2 x 2-Way Active mode d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 40 – AMP A/B Þ Mix TOP/SUB, AMP C/D Þ 2-Way Active – ... as well as all other combinations are also possible. Mixed configuration example AMP A/B Þ Dual Channel, AMP C/D Þ 2-Way Active d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 41: Remote

    Tapping the field allows the following settings: Auto When the device is connected (DHCP) to a network with a DHCP server present, a matching IP address will be assigned automatically. Manual Allows the manual assignment of IP settings. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 42: More

    9.5. More Selecting the «More» tab provides further subscreens such as: – Preferences – Info – Levels – Mains current limiter – 9.5.1. Preferences Selecting «Preferences» opens the corresponding subscreen with the «Display» tab being active. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 43: Display

    Press knob 2s Prevents accidental operation by locking the front panel controls. Password Enables password protection to prevent operation by unauthorized persons. Screen Selecting «Screen» allows two different settings for the screen when the device is locked. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 44 2. Enter the password as described above. An incorrectly entered password will revert the device to the screen displayed for Lock mode. If the password is lost or forgotten, a locked device can be unlocked by performing a system reset. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 45: Preferences/More

    Enables setting the internal clock while the current UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) date and time are displayed at the bottom of the screen. Within a Remote network, the device's clock is synchronized with the connected PC. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 46: System Reset

    – Serial number – Owner In addition, there is dynamic information about the actual temperatures of... : – Power supply (Temp. PS) – The entire power amplifier (Temp. AMP) – Central Processing Unit (Temp. CPU) d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 47: Levels

    Power currently delivered by the individual amplifier channels. Temperature Current temperatures of the individual amplifier channels. ISP/OSP Indicates whether the input signal (ISP) as well as the controller output signal (OSP) of the individual channel are present. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 48: Mains Current Limiter (Mcl)

    9.5.4. Mains current limiter (MCL) Selecting «Mains current limiter» opens the corresponding subscreen. The D80 features a power limiter which serves to limit the mains current draw whenever the mains current draw threatens to trigger the circuit breaker. Limiting is done by reducing the sound levels evenly on all channels.

  • Page 49: Scope

    – checking the output channels (e.g. no output current displayed Þ the connector cable may be interrupted or no loudspeaker is connected. – checking the power amplifier (e.g. no output voltage displayed). d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 50: Channel Setup

    10. Channel setup Channel setup access chart Hierarchy level d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 51: Channel Name

    Tapping «OK» on the top right confirms the entry, closes the input mask and switches back to the channel setup screen. Tapping the Back button ( ) on the top left cancels any entry and switches back to the Channel setup screen keeping the previous entry. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 52: Configuration Switches - Filter_1

    EQ) within the signal chain. The equalizer provides two independent and user definable 16- band equalizers (2 x 16 minimum phase biquad IIR filters, full parametric) and is split into two layers: Þ EQ overview, Þ EQ layer/curve. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 53 Filter band Displays all filter bands that are in use while the number of remaining filter bands is indicated next to the bar on the right. Band On/Off Switches the selected filter band on or off. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 54 Slope can be set to 6, 12, 18 or 24 dB/octave. Gain Gain, adjustable from –18 dB to +12 dB in 0.2 dB steps. Clear Resets all settings of the selected filter band band right away. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 55: Dly - Delay

    The Input routing screen also provides direct access to the Þ «Input mode» screen. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 56: System Check

    2. Mute all amplifier channels. Þ The correct wiring of the system can now be tested by listening to each channel separately using an appropriate audio program and the MUTE switches - preferably controlled by R1. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 57: Speaker

    Series. The list is in alphabetical order, the starting point, however, is the Series currently loaded. Selecting «(All)» provides direct access to all setups available and the LINEAR setup. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 58 LoadMatch subscreen which is described in Þ Chapter 10.8.2. "LoadMatch" on page 60. Note: LoadMatch does not apply to all loudspeakers. When the function is not applicable, this button is not functional. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 59: Linear Setup

    10.8.1. LINEAR setup In addition to the loudspeaker specific setups, a LINEAR setup is also available allowing the D80 to be used as a linear power amplifier. Note: CUT in LINEAR setup: – Butterworth 2nd order (12 dB/oct.) – Corner frequency: 110 Hz –...

  • Page 60: Loadmatch

    Þ The resulting cable impedance is shown as an ohmic value in the «Cable impedance» Information field below. Maximum gain reached Depending on the LoadMatch settings the message «Maximum gain reached» indicates the limit up to which the LoadMatch function works. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 61: Frequency Generator - Freq. Gen

    EQ settings, if applicable. On the Home screen, the On/Off status of the generator is indicated by the entry «FG» on the Channel view button of the corresponding channel strip, as shown in the graphic opposite. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 62: Web Remote Interface

    All screens and screen items can be accessed in the same manner as on the touch screen by simply clicking the relevant screen item. The refresh rate can be set to fast or slow. Refresh Refresh rate is1 second. fast d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 63 1. Select the «Save» button at the bottom right corner of the web browser window. Þ A corresponding dialog will pop up providing you with a drop-down list from which you can select either the number («Last [n]») of records or «All» records to be saved. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 64 Commands This functionality is intended for service purposes only Licenses and Copyright Selecting the d&b logo at the top left opens the «Licenses and Copyright» information page. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 65: Operation (Hardware References)

    The device accepts mains voltages of up to 400 V  A C without damage to the device in case of a missing neutral line or running phase to phase. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 66: Mains Inrush Current Limiter

    12.1.4. Mains inrush current limiter The Main Power Supply is started softly to limit inrush current. Up to two D80 may be powered up at the same time without triggering a line circuit breaker of 13-16 A (230 V) or 30 A (100-120 V) respectively.

  • Page 67: Generator Operation/Ups Requirements

    Use a generator or UPS that can deliver the maximum power required by the entire system. Assume a short time power draw of 7 kVA per D80. This is particularly important when using a UPS without dedicated short-time overload capability.

  • Page 68: Cooling Fans

    Signal CF 12 dB cont. 4 Ω/Ch. 13.80 0.98 2822 2150 2293 Signal CF 9 dB cont. 4 Ω/Ch. 18.00 0.98 3635 2800 2849 Signal CF 9 dB max. 4 Ω/Ch. 27.00 0.98 5600 4000 1600 – – d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 69 Signal CF 12 dB cont. 4 Ω/Ch. 32.50 0.99 3250 2150 1100 3753 Signal CF 9 dB cont. 4 Ω/Ch. 29.00 0.99 2900 2000 3071 Signal CF 9 dB max. 4 Ω/Ch. 55.00 0.99 5500 3500 2000 – – d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 70: Service/Maintenance And Care

    TFT screens. In this case proceed as follows: 1. Spray on the soft cloth before wiping the screen. Þ Never apply/spray directly on the screen as the liquid could penetrate the device. 2. Wipe the screen with moderate pressure. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 71: Touch Screen Calibration

    1. From the «Home screen» go to "«Device setup» Þ «More» Þ «Preferences» Þ «Display»". 2. Select «Touch screen calibration». Þ The Screen calibration menu will be opened guiding you through the calibration procedure. 3. Follow the on screen instructions respectively. d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 72: Manufacturer's Declarations

    This declaration applies to: d&b D80 Amplifier, Z2710 manufactured by d&b audiotechnik GmbH. All products of type D80 starting from variant Z2710.000 are included, provided they correspond to the original technical version and have not been subject to any later design or electromechanical modifications.

  • Page 73: Appendix

    A DC resistance measurement using a multimeter may produce different results. D80 amplifiers apply audible low level signals in the Low frequency region range using dedicated frequencies for each cabinet type for a few seconds, reducing the impact of ambient temperature and mechanical aging of the driver components on the impedance values.
  • Page 74 System Z LF Z HF Z MF/LF rear E12/12-D E12-SUB E12X-SUB -tbc- E15X-SUB -tbc- F1222 J8/J12 J-SUB J-INFRA MAX12 Q1/7/10 Q-SUB T-SUB V8/12 V-SUB Y7P/10P Y8/12 Y-SUB d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...

  • Page 75: Error Messages

    SMPS error POK: SMPS startup timeout SMPS SMPS defect timeout while waiting for power-ok signal %ums (PSF %4.1uV, avg %5.1dV) SMPS restart error SMPS error: too many SMPS restart fault SMPS SMPS defect restarts (restart count d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 76 (External: FIR data file Software error filter %d (file version %d) invalid) Amp. firmware mismatch Amp. firmware V%d. Amp. has wrong Amp. Amp. firmware does not %02d.%02d not suitable firmware support the Amp. for hardware ident %d hardware d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 77 Channel '%c': Amp. filter Amp. temperature Amp. Poor cooling temperature warning %d warning of output filters °C (power %uw) CAN open error Could not open CAN CAN interface open DSP defect or software interface (error %d) error error d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
  • Page 78 CAN cabling or multiple flags %02X, dbCan flags Remote IDs (External: CAN cabling), %02X) CAN warning CAN warning %d CAN warning (External: CAN cabling) CAN cabling or multiple (remote flags %02X, Remote IDs dbCan flags %02X) d&b D80 Manual 1.8 en...
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