Operational Requirements; Connection Requirements; Compatibility Information - DigiDesign D-show Manual

Operational Requirements

Temperature and Ventilation
D-Show units should be operated away from heat sources and
with adequate ventilation.
Storage
D-Show should be stored and transported at temperatures not
lower than 0 degrees F (–18 degrees C) and not exceeding
140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
Operation
D-Show should be operated at temperatures not lower than
40 degrees F (4 degrees C) and not exceeding 115 degrees F
(46 degrees C).
During operation, the back panel of each D-Show Main Unit
and Sidecar should be exposed to ambient air. Do not block
the ventilation holes on any D-Show unit.
Water and Moisture
D-Show units should be operated away from sources of direct
moisture and should be kept clear of liquids that might spill
into the units.
If condensation is present on the unit, leave the unit to dry in
ambient air for at least one hour before powering the unit on.
Cleaning and Maintenance
If you need to clean the D-Show top surface, use a dry cloth.
Do not apply any cleaning solutions, spray cleaners, or abra-
sives to the surface.

Connection Requirements

Power Connections
Each D-Show unit (Main Unit, Sidecar, FOH Rack, Stage Rack,
and PQ Rack) requires its own power connection.
Make sure your power source is correctly rated for the number
of units you are connecting. A surge protected power source
(not included) is highly recommended.
Console Link Connections
Connections between the D-Show Main Unit and Sidecars or
between individual Sidecars must be made with AES/EBU dig-
ital spec XLR cables, not with standard microphone cables.
FOH Link Connection
Connection between the D-Show Main Unit and the FOH
Rack is made with the provided FOH cable. For replacement
cables, contact Digidesign Customer Service.
See Chapter 29, "FOH Rack Reference."
Digital Snake Connections
Connection between the FOH Rack and the Stage Rack is
made with the provided Digital Snake cable. Replacement ca-
bles can be purchased directly from Digidesign or assembled
by your preferred vendor. For Snake cable specifications and
requirements, visit Digidesign's Web site (www.digide-
sign.com).
Audio Connections
All D-Show external analog audio inputs and outputs are bal-
anced XLR or balanced 1/4-inch connections. All D-Show ex-
ternal digital audio inputs and outputs are AES/EBU or S/PDIF
connections.
See Chapter 25, "Audio Specifications."

Compatibility Information

For a list of system requirements, cable requirements, and ex-
pansion options, refer to the latest compatibility information
on the Digidesign Web site (www.digidesign.com/compato).
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