IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Explanation of graphical symbols The lightning symbol within a triangle is intended to The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous alert the user to the presence of important operating and voltages"...
DS100 Signal Engine DS100 Signal Engine 1.1 Intended use The d&b DS100 Signal Engine is a specialized 3 RU, 19" rack ® mount audio processor with Audinate Dante audio networking. In its base configuration, it provides a 64 x 64 level / delay audio matrix.
DS100 Signal Engine 1.1.3 Application The DS100 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.
2 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.
3 Technical specifications Technical specifications Power supply Universal range switched mode power supply Sample rate for I/O 48/96 kHz Mains connection IEC type socket Inputs* up to 128 Rated mains voltage 100 to 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz Outputs* up to 64 Nominal power 400 W * depending on dedicated License model size Thermal and Environmental conditions...
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Technical specifications DS100 dimensions in mm [inch] d&b DS100 Manual 1.9 en...
Startup 4.2 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.
Startup 4.3 Connections 4.3.1 Mains connection 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. ▪...
Startup 4.3.2 ETHERNET An Ethernet port ( 100/1000Mbps/peer-to-peer) [2] is provided enabling remote control via Ethernet. 4.3.3 USB An USB 3.0 port [3] is provided for future functionality. 4.3.4 AUDIO NETWORK The DS100 provides a fully supported Dante audio network interface [4] (Gigabit only).
Startup 4.4 Controls and indicators 4.4.1 Mains power switch The on/off rocker switch [5] is located on the rear panel. Mains isolation is not provided. The mains power supply is switched off but remains connected to the mains. The mains power supply is switched on and the device is ready for operation.
Startup Trouble shooting The LED indicator [7] also serves for basic trouble shooting purposes. LED status Description The system does not operate: ▪ No mains supply available. ▪ The mains power switch at the rear [5] is set to off (0). ▪...
Startup 4.4.3 ETHERNET indicators Status LEDs [8] Link status / activity LED Indicates an established link; flashing indicates link activity. Gigabit link status LED Indicates an established Gigabit Ethernet link. 4.4.4 AUDIO NETWORK indicators Dante audio network indicators [9.1/9.2] Link status / activity LED: Green indicates an established link;...
5 Initial setup Initial setup 5.1 Physical setup Simply connect the LAN connector port of your computer to the ETHERNET [2] connector of the device. 5.2 Direct connection To enable access via the Web Remote interface, proceed as follows: By factory default, the IP address is set to 192.168.1.100 To access the device, manually assign an IP address to the...
Initial setup 5.4 Web Remote interface page The Web Remote interface page is split into three tabs: the «Event Log», «Commands» and «Licenses» tabs. 5.4.1 Event Log tab The «Event Log» stores a maximum of 10000 records. Once the maximum number of records is reached, the system starts deleting the first ones ⇒...
Initial setup 5.4.3 Licenses tab Apart from the serial number of the device (⇒ «DS100 serial number»), the «Licenses» tab provides an overview of the licenses installed on the device (⇒ «License status») and allows new licenses or license updates to be uploaded to the device (⇒...
Initial setup 5.4.4 Service tab The «Service» tab provides a «Backup»/«Restore» function for the complete device configuration. Note: Backups can only be restored on devices of the same type and that have a matching firmware version. Please note that this function does not backup and restore licenses such as En-Scene or En-Space.
7 Service/Maintenance and care Service/Maintenance and care 7.1 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.
Manufacturer's declarations 8.1 Declaration of Conformity This declaration applies to: d&b Z4100 DS100 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.
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