D&B Audiotechnik Z4100.000 DS100 Signal Engine Unit

The DS100 Signal Engine is the hardware, a network-controlled and Dante-enabled DSP platform that provides comprehensive signal management within the familiar d&b Workflow. It comprises a 64 x 64 matrix, with delay and level control for all crosspoints and extensive signal processing at all inputs and outputs and supports sampling rates of 48 or 96 kHz. The DS100 Signal Engine is integrated in the operating concept of the d&b R1 Remote control software. This also includes grouping of parameters in remote views and storing of scenes in snapshots.

Advanced features within ArrayCalc and R1 simplify the integration of these matrix functions into d&b loudspeaker configurations. From configuring the DS10 Network bridge to preparing an output Dante patch for connecting the speakers. In addition, all functions of the matrix can be controlled via OSC, i. e. they can be remote controlled and automated via this standardized open source protocol for complex applications.

Features:

• Distribution and routing of large channel counts to multiple locations across the network is achieved efficiently.
• Seamless integration with the d&b DS10 Audio Network Bridge and the d&b Workflow.
• Enhance the acoustic experience of an audio system in a way that matches the visual involvement of the audience, rather than hearing the sound from a loudspeaker that doesn’t fit with the physical location of the original sound source, or object.
• A captivating, acoustically convincing, flexible, fast and easy to use multi-channel audio solution for creating soundscapes.
• Increased creativity in the design process of loudspeaker systems, with the ability to recreate realistic sonic environments or an imaginative atmosphere for the audience.
• Enhance the experience in performing arts and captivate the audience in conferences and worship.
• A d&b Soundscape fits directly into the d&b system approach, guaranteeing the greatest consistency, maximum reliability and highest performance.
• Improved interaction for artists between the creative process of live performance or pre-recorded material and the physics of sound reinforcement.

Specifications:

• Power supply:
  • Universal range switched mode power supply:
    • Mains connection: IEC type socket
  • Rated mains voltage: 100 to 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz
  • Nominal power: 400 W
• Thermal and Environmental conditions:
  • IP class: IP20
  • Operating temperature range:
    • 0 °C to 50 °C
    • 32 °F to 122 °F
  • Storage temperature range:
    • –20 °C to 70 °C
    • –4 °F to 158 °F
  • Operating humidity range (rel. non-condensed): 10% to 85%
  • Storage humidity range (rel. non-condensed): 15% to 90%
• Fan noise emission:
  • Idle (@ 22 °C / 71.6 °F): 36 dB(A)
  • Full load (@ 22 °C / 71.6 °F): 42 dB(A)
  • Full load (@ 50 °C / 122 °F): 54 dB(A)
• Dimensions and weight:
  • Height x width x depth: 3 RU x 19" x 481 mm (3 RU x 19" x 18.93")
  • Weight: 11.2 kg / 24.7 lb
• Connections:
  • ETHERNET:
    • 1 x RJ 45
    • LAN 100/1000 Mbps
    • OCA/AES70
    • OSC
    • SNMP
  • AUDIO NETWORK:
    • Dante audio network/AES67
    • 2 x RJ45 for Dante Primary/Secondary
    • Gigabit only
  • USB: USB 3.0 port
• Controls and indicators:
  • Mains power switch: Rocker switch on rear panel
  • POWER: Push-button switch with integrated ring-LED indicator
  • Boot time: Appr.: 45 sec.
• I/O:
  • Sample rate for: I/O 48/96 kHz
  • Inputs: 64
  • Outputs: 64
• Latency:
  • Dante In to Out:
    • < 1.4 ms @ 48 kHz
    • < 1.6 ms @ 96 kHz
    • plus Dante network latency
• Input processing:
  • Gain: –120 dB ... +24 dB
  • Polarity: 0 °/180 °
  • EQ: 8-band PEQ with high/low shelf
  • Delay: Up to 500 ms
  • Mute: On / Off
• Matrix processing:
  • Crosspoint Mute: On / Off
  • Crosspoint Level: –120 dB ... +10 dB
  • Crosspoint Delay: Up to 500 ms
• Output processing:
  • Gain: –120 dB ... +10 dB
  • Polarity: 0 °/180 °
  • EQ: 16-band PEQ with high/low shelf
  • Delay: Up to 500 ms
  • Mute: On / Off
• En-Scene:
  • Input sources: Up to 64
  • Positioning: Static or dynamic (moving)
  • Control: Manual or external
  • External control: OCA/AES70 and OSC
• En-Space:
  • Convolvers: Up to 144
  • Impulse response length: Up to 10 seconds