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  • Page 1 Start-up manual 1.1 en - preliminary -...
  • Page 2 General information D40 Start-up manual - preliminary - Version: 1.1 en, 07/2021, D2037.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.
  • Page 3 9. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    7.2 Maintenance and care............24 7.2.1 Touchscreen cleaning............24 7.2.2 Touchscreen calibration............25 Manufacturer's declarations......... 26 8.1 Declaration of Conformity............26 8.2 WEEE Declaration (Disposal)..........26 8.3 Licenses and Copyright............26 - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Intended use Intended use The d&b D40 amplifier is designed for mobile applications and intended to be used with applicable d&b loudspeakers. A LINEAR setup is available allowing the amplifier to be used as a linear power amplifier. NOTICE! The device complies with the electromagnetic compatibility...
  • Page 6: Scope Of Supply

    3-pin South Africa 3-pin Argentina 3-pin Brazil 3-pin India SEV 1011 Afsnit 107-2-D1 SANS 164-1 IRAM 2073 NBR 14136 IS 1293 *Mains plug types and associated standards (Similar illustrations, not in scale) - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 7: Technical Specifications

    4x 250 W / 8 ohms < –86 dB/0.005 % 4x 250 W / 4 ohms < –83 dB/0.007 % Crosstalk (20 – 20 kHz) < –70 dBr 4x 250 W into 8/4 ohms - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 8 2 RU x 19" x 465 mm (18.3") Weight 13.8 kg / 30.4 lb Min. RPM 30 dB(A) Max. RPM 50 dB(A) Ambient temperature 23 °C / 73.4 °F D40 enclosure dimensions in mm [inch] - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 9: Current/Power Draw And Thermal Dissipation

    0.97 1827 1321 1726 Noise CF 6 dB 8 ohms 11.6 0.99 2320 1802 1770 4 ohms 0.98 1990 1438 1883 Sinus max. 1 s 8 ohms 17.5 4 ohms 17.5 - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 10 16.0 0.98 1521 1014 1730 Noise CF 6 dB 8 Ohm 4 18.2 0.99 1738 1246 1675 17.8 0.99 1707 1138 1941 Sinus max. 1 s 8 Ohm 4 28.2 27.9 - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 11: Overview

    Þ Chapter 5.3.1 "Mains power Refer to Þ Chapter 5.3 "Controls and switch" on page 17. indicators" on page 17 and .Þ Chapter 5.3.2 "TFT color touchscreen - User interface" on page 17 - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 12: Startup

    ▪ Do not combine the amplifiers with D6 or D12 amplifiers in one rack. ▪ Do not rack up the amplifiers together with other devices producing additional heat with opposing airflow. - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 13: Connections

    100 to 240 V  A C, ~50/60 Hz, 1800 W. ® A powerCON TRUE1 TOP mains connector socket [1] is fitted on the rear panel and an appropriate power cord [1.1] is supplied. - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 14: Audio Input And Output Connectors

    44.1 | 48 | 96 | 192 kHz Word length 16 - 24 bit OUT (D1/2 - D3/4) 3-pin XLR male electronically balanced analog signal buffering (refresh) Power Fail Relay (Bypass) - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 15: Speaker Outputs

    2-WAY - 2-WAY A/B - 2-WAY Note: A detailed description of the applicable output modes is given in the D40 Reference manual which can be downloaded from the related product page at www.dbaudio.com. For further information regarding the applicable output modes for each loudspeaker system, please refer to the relevant loudspeaker manual.
  • Page 16: Network Connections (Pri/Sec)

    Yellow ▪ Is off when the speed is 100 Mbit. ▪ Illuminates permanently when the speed is 1 Gbit. - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 17: Controls And Indicators

    480 x 272 pixels and an additional digital rotary encoder [7]. 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). - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 18: Operating Concept

    Home screen access chart Hierarchy level A detailed description of the «Device» and «Channel» setup menu structure and screen contents is given in the D40 Reference manual, which can be downloaded from the related product page at www.dbaudio.com. - preliminary -...
  • Page 19 ▪ Access the selected item or function element by pushing the encoder. ▪ Enter/edit values by turning the encoder. ▪ Confirm entered/changed values or leave Edit mode by pushing the encoder. - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 20: 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. - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 21: Mute Functions

    ↳ A dialog appears allowing you to either select the Back button ( - cancel), «Mute all» or «Standby». 2. Select «Mute all». 3. To unmute the channels, use the individual Channel mute buttons. - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 22: Basic Settings - Quick Reference

    –57.5 to +6 dB. Shiftable input gain 4. Output (Output mode) Þ Select the «Output» tab and define your desired output mode settings for each pair of amplifier channels correspondingly. - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 23 CPL, Level, DLY or EQ as well as the input routing for all channels correspondingly. Input routing 3. After defining all settings, exit the subscreen by selecting the Home button ( ). - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 24: Service/Maintenance And Care

    1. Spray on the soft cloth before wiping the screen. ↳ Never apply/spray directly on the screen as the liquid could penetrate the device. 2. Wipe the screen with moderate pressure. - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 25: Touchscreen Calibration

    Þ «Preferences» Þ «Display». 2. On the bottom left, select «Touchscreen calibration». ↳ The calibration menu will be issued, guiding you through the calibration procedure. 3. Follow the on screen instructions respectively. - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
  • Page 26: Manufacturer's Declarations

    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 to: software.support@dbaudio.com - preliminary - d&b D40 Start-up manual 1.1 en-EN...
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