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  • Page 1 Start-up manual 1.1 en...
  • Page 2 General information 40D Start-up manual - preliminary - Version: 1.1 en, 04/2021, D2036.EN .01 Copyright © 2021 by d&b audiotechnik GmbH & Co. KG; all rights reserved. Keep this document 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 document.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Explanation of graphical symbols The lightning symbol within a triangle is intended to alert The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous alert the user to the presence of important operating and voltages"...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Intended use................5 1.1 About this manual............... 5 1.2 Loudspeaker types..............5 Scope of supply..............6 Technical specifications............7 3.1 Current/power draw and thermal dissipation......9 Overview................11 4.1 Connections................11 4.2 Controls and indicators - User interface........11 Startup...................
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Intended use Intended use The d&b 40D amplifier is designed for installation purposes and intended to be used with applicable d&b loudspeakers. A LINEAR setup is available allowing the amplifier to be used as a linear installation power amplifier. 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...
  • Page 6: Scope Of Supply

    Scope of supply Scope of supply 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.
  • Page 7: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Operating conditions Protection circuits Mains and power supply: Overvoltage and undervoltage, Operating temperature (*continuous/**short term) inrush current limiter, internal fuse. –10 °C ... +40*/+50** °C (+14 °F ... +104*/+122** °F) Storage temperature –20 °C ... +70 °C (–4 °F ... +158 °F) Output: Overcurrent, DC offset, HF voltage limiter, pop-noise suppression.
  • Page 8 Technical specifications Digital Signal Processing Fan noise emission System start-up time < 21 sec. Rack mounted, measured on axis, 1 m (3.3 ft) to front panel, A-weighting. Conversion 96 kHz Min. RPM 30 dB(A) Latency analog input 0.3 msec. Max. RPM 50 dB(A) Latency digital input (AES) 0.3 msec.
  • Page 9: Current/Power Draw And Thermal Dissipation

    Technical specifications 3.1 Current/power draw and thermal dissipation Measurement references Noise CF 6 dB: Noise signal according to EIA-426-B with a crest For all noise signals, the values are measured at the maximum level just before any amplifier limiter activity (no Gain Reduction). factor of 6 dB.
  • Page 10 Technical specifications 120 V  A C / 60 Hz / 0.2 Ω Source impedance - all channels driven State Load Mains Power Input Output Power BTU/hr kCal/hr current factor power power loss [ohms] [A RMS] Standby 0.22 0.37 Standby Wake on Audio 0.29 0.46 16.2...
  • Page 11: Overview

    Overview Overview 4.1 Connections Mains connector socket. Output connectors. Audio INPUT (analog/digital) and Refer to Þ Chapter 5.2.1 "Mains Refer to Þ Chapter 5.2.3 "SPEAKER LINK connectors. Refer to Þ Chapter 5.2.2 "Audio connection" on page 13. OUTPUTS" on page 15. INPUT and LINK connectors"...
  • Page 12: Startup

    Startup Startup 5.1 Rack mounting and cooling Rack mounting The enclosure is designed to fit standard 19" equipment racks or cabinets. NOTICE! When mounting applicable d&b devices into 19" equipment racks or cabinets, it is strongly recommend that you: ▪ Always fix the device at its front AND rear-mounted rack ears using appropriate rack mounting screws and U washers, as shown in the graphic opposite.
  • Page 13: Connections

    Startup 5.2 Connections 5.2.1 Mains connection WARNING! Potential risk of electric shock or fire. 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. ▪...
  • Page 14: Audio Input And Link Connectors

    Startup 5.2.2 Audio INPUT and LINK connectors The rear panel features eight installation specific Phoenix Euroblock connectors with the following assignments: ▪ four analog inputs (A1 - A4) ▪ two digital AES3 inputs (D1/2 and D3/4 - four channels) with corresponding LINK outputs.
  • Page 15: Speaker Outputs

    Startup 5.2.3 SPEAKER OUTPUTS WARNING! Potential risk of electric shock or fire. Risk of electric shock The amplifier output pins can carry dangerous voltages. ▪ Only use isolated loudspeaker cables with correctly fitted connectors. ▪ Never connect an amplifier output pin to any other input or output connector pin or protective earth (ground).
  • Page 16: Ethernet (Dual Ethernet Port)

    Startup 5.2.4 ETHERNET (Dual Ethernet port) The device allows standard remote control via the d&b Remote network using the d&b R1 Remote control software or the integrated Web remote interface. For this purpose, use the upper RJ45 (ETHERNET 1/PRI) connector socket (1 Gbit/100 Mbit – peer-to-peer) requiring star topology network wiring.
  • Page 17: Gpi/Gpo (Hardware Description)

    Startup 5.2.5 GPI/GPO (Hardware description) Up to eight opto-coupled GPI pins [5] (General Purpose Input) and up to four GPO pins [6] (General Purpose Output) are available as additional digital control lines. This enables external control and detection functions. Note: A detailed description of how to configure the GPIOs and assign the available software objects (Function) correspondingly is given in the 40D Reference manual, which can be downloaded from the related product page at...
  • Page 18: Controls And Indicators

    Startup 5.3 Controls and indicators 5.3.1 RESET (System reset) A reset button (RESET [8]) is located on the rear panel next to the digital LINK D3/D4 connector terminal. To prevent accidental system reset, the button is slightly recessed. To perform a system reset, proceed as follows: Note: All device preferences will be set to factory defaults except for the network and fixed device settings.
  • Page 19: Touchscreen - User Interface

    Startup 5.3.2 Touchscreen - User interface NOTICE! The touch panel utilizes a thin flexible sheet that may be damaged by sharp objects or heavy treatment. The user interface consists of a 4.3" TFT color touchscreen [9] with a resolution of 480 x 272 pixels. The resistive touchscreen responds to pressure and therefore can be operated by a fingertip, even when wearing gloves or by an appropriate stylus tip (pen).
  • Page 20: Device Configuration

    Startup 5.4 Device configuration 5.4.1 R1 configuration The device is mainly intended to be operated and configured via the d&b Remote network using the d&b R1 Remote control software. This allows configuring multiple devices. Note: Please also refer to the R1 Help system, which can be accessed in R1 by pressing the key.
  • Page 21: Service/Maintenance And Care

    Service/Maintenance and care Service/Maintenance and care 6.1 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.
  • Page 22: Manufacturer's Declarations

    Manufacturer's declarations Manufacturer's declarations 7.1 Declarations of Conformity This declaration applies to: d&b Z2830 40D Amplifier manufactured 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.
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