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OWNERS MANUAL
VERSION 1.00
Vision Owner's Manual
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  • Page 1 Vision OWNERS MANUAL VERSION 1.00 Vision Owner’s Manual Vision manual page:1...

  • Page 2: Standard Mono Input Module

    1.0 The Vision chassis system 2.0 Master section description 2.1 Control Room Monitor section 2.2 Mono output 2.3 Oscillator section 2.4 Master/channel meters 2.5 Talkback section 2.6 Auxiliary masters 2.7 Phones section 2.8 Stereo return section 2.9 Master in/outputs 3.0 Standard MONO input module 3.1 Input section...

  • Page 3: Conformity Statement

    11.0 Frame section connector panel 12.0 Connecting the modules 12.1 Mono standard/deluxe module 12.2 Stereo standard/deluxe module 12.3 Group module 12.4 Matrix module 12.5 Master modules 13.0 Trouble shouting/servicing 13.1 Remove a module 14.00 Conformity statement 14.0 1 Safety 15.00 Specifications Vision manual page:3...
  • Page 4 Thank you for selecting the D&R Vision series. The Vision was created using the latest in computer aided design and assembling technology and incorporates the most advanced circuit components which results in the Vision being another D&R product unsurpassed in the electronics industry.
  • Page 5 Vision recording console The D&R Vision series is a 4/8 buss console designed to take the central role in a live/recording facility. The Vision is completely modular and can be configured to precisely suit your particular system requirements. To become completely familiar with your Vision and gain the maximum benefit from its use, we recommend that you read this manual thoroughly.
  • Page 6 THE CHASSIS SYSTEM INTRODUCTION The Vision is available in three frame sizes; 19" (14 module positions), 38, and 46 module positions. The basic frame has two blank modules, both located on the extreme left and right of the frame. An exception is the 19" rack frame, which does not have blanks on either side.
  • Page 7 The Vision has two dedicated unbalanced +4 dBv or -10 dBu tape return inputs which can be wired to the outputs of stereo master machines, cassette machines, CD players, or DAT recorders.
  • Page 8 The phones output simply follows the control room monitor output but with its own level control. 2.8 Stereo return sections The Vision console has a stereo return control in both the master output modules. The stereo signal is directly assigned to the master left/right busses.
  • Page 9 2.9 Master in/outputs The Vision can be interfaced with external equipment such as two track master machines, signal processors, headphone amps, and power amps. Interfacing is possible using the connectors on the master back panels. Listed below are all inputs and outputs for the two master modules.
  • Page 10 3. STANDARD MONO INPUT MODULES The Vision standard mono input module is a basic input design whereby all signal flow takes place from the microphone to the direct output as well as to the main left right outputs and group outputs.
  • Page 11 Fader section The Vision has a high quality 100mm fader. Alps or P&G faders are optionally available. You can use any VCA Mix Automation System which uses the faders and mute system in the Vision. The channels are prewired for accepting any VCA automation system.
  • Page 12 Tip = normally open Ring = normally closed Sleeve = centre contact A balanced XLR connector is for the MIC input. Pin 1 = shield Pin 2 = hot (in phase) Pin 3 = cold (out of phase) Vision manual page:12...
  • Page 13 J14= Midi mute connector 1=Read 2=Write J1 5=Pre Mute select 1 /2=Mute active on aux pre fader setting 3/4=Mute not active on aux Pre fader setting J 17=Remote connector pin1=tip pin2=ring pin3=sleeve Vision manual page:13...
  • Page 14 4. DELUXE MONO INPUT MODULE The Vision deluxe mono input module is a basic input design whereby all signal flow takes place from the microphone to the direct output as well as to the main left right outputs and group outputs.
  • Page 15 The Vision has a high quality ALPS 100mm faders. P&G faders are optionally available. You can use any VCA Mix Automation System which uses the faders and mute system in the Vision. The channels are prewired for accepting any VCA automation system.
  • Page 16 4.6 Input/output connectors Every channel has the following connectors at the back of the housing. The balanced LINE input is a stereo 1/4" jack socket: Tip = hot Ring = cold Sleeve = shield The INSERT is on a stereo jack socket. Tip = return Ring = send Sleeve = shield...
  • Page 17 J6=Automation connector or fader connector when no automation is installed 1 =Ground 2= VCA out 3=VCA in 4=Reference voltage 5=+5 volt (dependent upon VCA type) J14= Midi mute connector 1=Read 2=Write J1 5=Pre Mute select 1 /2=Mute active on aux pre fader setting 3/4=Mute not active on aux Pre fader setting J12=Led bar input select 1/2=Post channel fader...
  • Page 18 The Vision has a high quality 100mm fader. Alps or P&G faders are optionally available. You can use any VCA Mix Automation System which uses the faders and mute system in the Vision. The channels are prewired for accepting any VCA automation system.
  • Page 19 5.5 Input and output connectors Every stereo channel has the following connectors at the back of the housing. The balanced LINE LEFT-A input is a stereo 1/4" jack socket: Tip = hot Ring = cold Sleeve = shield The balanced LINE RIGHT-A input is a stereo 1/4" jack socket: Tip = hot Ring = cold Sleeve = shield...
  • Page 20 J23=fader LEFT when automation is installed 1=ground 2=wiper 3 Top of fader J25=Automation connector Left or fader connector when no automation is installed 1=Ground 2= VCA out 3=VCA in 4=Reference voltage 5=+5 volt (dependent upon VCA type) J26=Pre Mute select LEFT 1/2=Mute active on aux pre fader setting 3/4=Mute not active on aux Pre fader setting J27=fader RIGHT when automation is installed 1=ground...
  • Page 21 6.3 Aux send section The Vision has eight auxiliary send busses. While in the tracking session, some aux sends are used for feeding the headphones and some are used for effects sends. During the mix session, all aux sends are used for effects sends.
  • Page 22 6.6 Fader section The Vision has a high quality 100mm fader. Alps or P&G faders are optionally available. You can use any VCA Mix Automation System which uses the faders and mute system in the Vision. The channels are prewired for accepting any VCA automation system.
  • Page 23 J25/28=Automation connector or fader connector when no automation is installed 1=Ground 2= VCA out 3=VCA in 4=Reference voltage 5=+5 volt (dependent upon VCA type) J26/29=Pre Mute select 1/2=Mute active on aux pre fader setting 3/4=Mute not active on aux Pre fader setting Vision manual page:23...
  • Page 24 7.0 DUAL GROUP MODULE The Vision dual group output module is a basic output design whereby all signal flow takes place from the group summing amps to the group output as well as to the main left right outputs. 7.1 Return Section The return switch selects whether the input signal for the LEVEL pot is from the group output or from the RETURN A input on the back of the console.
  • Page 25 J7/17=ledbar select pin1/2=group output pin3/4=follows return J9/19=return input level pin1/2= +4 dBu pin3/4=- 1 0dBv J10/20=Aux1 pre/post select pin1/2=pre pin3/4=post J1 1/21 =Aux2 pre/post select pin1 /2=pre pin3/4=post J25/26= Midi mute connector 1=Read 2=write Vision manual page:25...

  • Page 26: Matrix Module

    8.0 MATRIX MODULE The Vision matrix output module is capable of making a sub mix from all or some group output signals and the left/right main output signal as well as an external input. 8.1 Matrix input control section The 10 input level controls receive their signals from the 8 group outputs and the main left right outputs.

  • Page 27: Instructions For Operation

    The Vision is designed to be the perfect answer for multitrack and MIDI studios as well as live sound mixing. In order to get more familiar with the Vision, we shall discuss the entire recording process and divide it into five basic sequences.
  • Page 28 To be able to fully use the equalizer potential of the Vision it is necessary to connect the tape outputs to the line inputs of the input modules as well.
  • Page 29 TYPE AS THIS CAN BECOME A SAFETY HAZARD AND WILL VOID THE WARANTY. Electrical Wiring To take full advantage of the excellent signal to noise ratio of the Vision, it is necessary to read this part of the manual carefully.
  • Page 30 Differential Output Use the above table to interface your Vision to any external equipment such as multi-track machines, signal processing, and power amps. Balanced (in the above illustration) means transformer balanced while differential means electronically balanced. There are some cases which net better results in practice. Connect one circuit at a time and check for hum or noise.
  • Page 31 12.2 The stereo standard/deluxe module Description: Connector: Connection: LINE inputs 1/4" TRS balanced Tip = hot Ring = cold Sleeve = shield REMOTE CONNECTOR 1/4" TRS Tip =normally connected (tape return) balanced Ring =normally open Sleeve = centre contact Vision manual page:31...
  • Page 32 Tip = hot (ground compensated) Ring = cold Sleeve = shield Return A/B 1/4" TRS Tip =left (tape return) balanced Ring =right Sleeve = shield INSERTS L/R Tip=return 1/4" TRS send & return Ring=send Sleeve = ground Vision manual page:32...

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting/Servicing

    13.1 Removing a module The Vision is a complex piece of equipment and some understanding of its internal layout is necessary before removing a module. An input module has wiring to the master section and to the XLR connector. All of these wires must be removed before withdrawing a module from the console.
  • Page 34 The product passed the specifications of the following regulations; Low voltage 72 / 23 / EEC EMC-Directive 89 / 336 / EEC. as amended by Directive 93/68/EEC (*) The product is tested in a normal user environment. Vision manual page:34...

  • Page 35: Product Safety

    Always keep the above mentioned information in mind when using electrically powered equipment. D&R ELECTRONICA B.V. WEESP HEAD OFFICE D&R Electronica Weesp b.v. Rijnkade 15B 1382 GS WEESP THE NETHERLANDS Phone: +31 (294) 418 014* Fax: +31 (294) 416 987 Website: http//www.d-r.nl E-mail: info@d-r.nl Vision manual page:35...

  • Page 36: Specifications

    Channel mute: > 90 dB at 1kHz. Channel fader kilt: > 95dB at 1 kHz. Pan-pot isolation: > 75dB at 1kHz. Aux send kill: > 90dB at 1 kHz. Vision 46: 1568x768x232 mm / 62"x30.2"x9.1". DIMENSIONS: Vision 19": 483x573x212mm / 19"x22.6"x8.3".
  • Page 37 Dear Vision owner, In this manual we have tried to give you an overview of all that the Vision has to offer. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us or the D&R USA customer support department.
  • Page 38 SERVICE MANUAL (on request) Vision manual page:38...

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