DS100

The truth and beauty matrix

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 64x64 matrix, with delay and level control for all crosspoints and extensive signal processing at all inputs and outputs, integrated in the operating concept of the d&b R1 Remote control software, including 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.

R1 Integration

1/4 Matrix-Integration R1
2/4 ArrayCalc Dante-Patch Workflow
3/4 R1 Matrix Input Functions
4/4 R1 Matrix Output Functions

Signal processing specifications:

Input processing (64 channels)
Input metering
Gain
–120 dB  ...  +24 dB
Polarity
0 °/180 °
EQ ON
On / Off
EQ
8-band PEQ
Delay
Up to 500 ms
Mute
On / Off
Matrix processing (64x64)
Crosspoint mute
On / Off
Crosspoint level
–120 dB  ...  +10 dB
Crosspoint delay
Up to 500 ms
Output processing (64 channels)
Gain
–120 dB  ...  +10 dB
Polarity
0 °/ 180 °
EQ
16-band PEQ
Output metering
Latency
< 1.4 ms @ 48 kHz
< 1.6 ms @ 96 kHz

Hardware 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 483 mm 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
Audio network
Dante audio network
2 x RJ 45 for Dante primary / secondary
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
<1.5 ms @ 48 kHz
plus Dante network latency