Sonible D Series Manuel utilisateur

d:series

amplifier

manualmanual

manual version 2.1

ﬁrmware version 3.0

01/2020

sonible GmbH

Haydngasse 10/1

8010 Graz Austria

phone: +43 316 912288

[email protected]

www.sonible.com

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important safety instructions

The lightning ﬂash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the

user to the presence of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’ within the product’s enclosure that

may be of sufﬁcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying

the appliance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of ﬁre

or electrical shock, do not expose this

appliance to rain or moisture.

AVIS: Risqué De Choc Electrique - Ne Pas Ouvrir

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical

shock, grounding of the centre pin of the

power plug must be maintained.

AVIS: Cet appareil doit être raccordé à une prise

secteur avec terre de protection.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not cover any ventilation openings. Install

in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

8. Do not install near heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce

heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized or the grounding-type plug. A

polarized plug has two blades with one wider

than the other. A grounding type plug has

two blades and a third grounding prong. The

wide blade or the third prong are provided

for your safety. If the provided plug does not

ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for

replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from

the apparatus.

11. Use only attachments/accessories speciﬁed by

the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, tripod, bracket, or table

speciﬁed by the manufacturer, or sold with the

apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution

when moving the cart/apparatus combination

to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms

or when unused for a long period of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service

personnel. Servicing is required when the

apparatus has been damaged in any way, such

as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,

liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen

into the apparatus, the apparatus has been

exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate

normally, or has been dropped.

15. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or

splashing and ensure that no objects ﬁlled

with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the

equipment.

16. To completely disconnect this equipment from

the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply

cord plug from the AC receptacle.

17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall

remain readily operable.

18. No naked ﬂame sources, such as lighted

candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

19. The product should be connected to a mains

socket outlet with a protective earthing

connection.

SAFETY COMPONENT

(MUST BE REPLACED BY ORIGINAL PART)

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important service instructions

WEE recycling / disposal instructions

important service instructions

WEEE recycling / disposal instructions

CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualiﬁed personnel only. To reduce the risk of

electric shock, do not perform any other servicing than that contained in the manual unless you are

qualiﬁed to do so. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel.

The wheelie bin symbol found on the product or in the manual indicates that this product must not be

disposed of with other waste. It is in our category the manufacturer’s responsibility to properly dispose

of their waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) at the end of its life. Due to the differences in

each EU country’s management of WEEE, please contact your local distributor or sonible directly. We

are committed to facilitate our own electronic-waste-management system, for the free of charge return

of sonible GmbH products. Arrangements are made with the dealer where you purchased the equipment

from, for the returning of all unusable equipment at no cost, to the factory in Graz, for environmental

protective disposal.

This equipment conforms to the requirements of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and the requirements

of the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC. Standards applied: EMC Emission EN55103-1, E3

EMC Immunity EN55103-2, E3, with S/N below 1% at normal operation level. Electrical Safety EN60065, Class I

For recycling information contact sonible support at [email protected]

Security regulations as stated in the EN 60065 (VDE 0860 / IEC 65) and the CSA E65 - 94 have to be

obeyed when servicing the appliance.

Use of a mains separator transformer is mandatory during maintenance while the appliance is opened,

needs to be operated and is connected to the mains.

Switch off the power before retroﬁtting any extensions, changing the mains voltage or the output voltage.

The minimum distance between parts carrying mains voltage and any accessible metal piece (metal

enclosure), respectively between the mains poles has to be 3mm and needs to be minded at all times.

The minimum distance between parts carrying mains voltage and any switches or breakers that are not

connected to the mains (secondary parts) has to be 6 mm and needs to be minded at all times.

Replacing special components that are marked in the circuit diagram using the security symbol is only

permissible when using original parts.

Altering the circuitry without prior consent or advice is not legitimate.

Any work security regulations that are applicable at the locations where the appliance is being serviced

have to be strictly obeyed. This applies also to any regulations about the work place itself.

All instructions concerning the handling of MOS-circuits have to be observed.

d:series ampliﬁers

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table of contents

important safety instructions 2

important service instructions 3

WEEE recycling / disposal instructions 3

table of contents 4

1 - welcome 6

1.1 - d:series ampliﬁers 6

1.2 - main features 6

1.3 - products and options overview 7

2 - startup 8

2.1 - unpacking and inspection 8

2.2 - scope of delivery 8

2.3 - mounting 9

2.4 - air ﬂow and thermal management 10

2.5 - protection circuitries 11

2.6 - responsibility of the user 12

3 - overview 13

3.1 - front panel 13

3.2 - rear panel 14

3.3 - DSP option 15

4 - connections, pinout and cabling 16

4.1 - mains connection via powerCON 16

4.2 - inputs 16

4.3 - outputs (euroblock) 19

4.4 - bridging 19

4.5 - network 20

4.6 - panic mute switch 21

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5 - control surface 22

Menu structure of the control surface 23

5.1 - meter screen 24

5.2 - system screen 24

5.3 - routing screen 28

5.4 - network screen 32

5.5 - dsp screen 33

5.6 - stealth screen 37

6 - remote control 38

6.1 - establishing a network connection 38

6.2 - remote control of more than one d:series ampliﬁer 39

6.3 - control tabs 39

7 - maintenance & update 45

7.1 - maintenance and care 45

7.2 - ﬁrmware update 48

8 - frequently asked questions 49

9 - signal ﬂow 50

10 - technical speciﬁcations 51

10.1 - data sheet 51

10.2 - mechanics and dimensions 53

11 - declaration of conformity 54

12 - warranty 55

13 - legal disclaimer 55

d:series ampliﬁers

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welcome

main features

1 - welcome

Thank you for choosing sonible’s d:series for your audio installation.

The d:series ampliﬁers are a no compromise power ampliﬁer for high-end multichannel setups. With

its clear focus on professional interfacing, audio quality and compact size, the d:series ampliﬁers are a

perfect ﬁt for a wide range of science, research or industry applications.

1.1 - d:series amplifiers

1.2 - main features

The d:series ampliﬁers are a space-saving innovative audio ampliﬁer for high-end multichannel setups with

powerful low noise preamps and the possibility of digital input integration. The various options of inputs

and further features allow users to integrate it as ﬂexibly as possible. Whether you are planning to use it

for a ﬁxed installation setup in science, research or industry, for acoustical measurements or perhaps for

an installation at live events, we built the amp for durability, reliability and compatibility. We are conﬁdent

that you will be pleased with the beneﬁts and overall quality of this innovative and versatile amp.

This manual will guide you through the features and functionalities of the d:series multichannel ampliﬁer.

Read this manual carefully to become fully acquainted with the conﬁguration options and control layers of

the amp.

Please feel free to contact us and send any questions, comments and suggestions to

[email protected].

The d:series ampliﬁer provides a number of features and technologies that offer maximum ﬂexibility to

realize sophisticated projects in sound reinforcement.

Compactness

Using high grade class D amplifying technology and very efﬁcient switch mode power supplies, the

d:series provides you an unique packing density. With the mid-range ampliﬁcation channels packed in a

3RU housing, optional digital inputs and with a weight of approximately 20kg, the d:series ampliﬁers are

the clear technological leaders in the market.

User interface

The d:series ampliﬁer can conveniently be conﬁgured and monitored via a 6.5" touch screen.

Remote

When connected to a LAN, the d:series ampliﬁer can be remote-controlled via web interface or HTTP API.

Protection

The d:series incorporates several security precautions to avoid damage of speakers and the ampliﬁers

components.

Detailed description concerning the main features can be found in the corresponding chapters of

the manual.

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welcome

product and options overview

1.3 - products and options overview

The d:series ampliﬁer can be customized to meet your needs: Enhance the base model with its analog

inputs by choosing a digital input option and adding a DSP module.

Options overview

analog

base units

optional

digital modules

optional

DSP module*

d:16

16 channels

250W at 4Ω

equalizer

delay

compressor

limiter

d:24

24 channels

250W at 4Ω

AES/EBU

S/PDIF

MADI *only in combination

with a digital module

options analog

AES/EBU

& S/PDIF MADI Dante

AES/EBU

& S/PDIF

+ DSP

MADI +

DSP

DANTE

+ DSP

inputs

analog inputs 16/24 16/24 16/24 16/24 16/24 16/24 16/24

digital inputs - 24 128 64 24 128 64

high end DACs

features

DSP

routing per channel

(of digital inputs)

remote control

via web interfave

touch display

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startup

unpacking and inspection

2 - startup

2.1 - unpacking and inspection

2.2 - scope of delivery

Open the packing carefully and take out the power ampliﬁer. Inspect the power amp’s enclosure for

damages that might have happened during transportation. Each ampliﬁer is examined and tested in detail

before leaving the manufacturing site to ensure that it arrives in perfect condition at your place.

If there is any sign of damage to the power ampliﬁer, please do not operate the unit and inform the

transport company immediately. Being the addressee, you are the only person who can claim damages in

transit. Keep the cardboard box and all packing materials for inspection by the transport company.

Keeping the cardboard box including all packing materials is also recommended, if the power ampliﬁer

shows no external damages. When shipping the power amp, make sure to always use its original box

and packing materials. Packing the power ampliﬁer like it was packed by the manufacturer guarantees

optimum protection from transport damage.

The following items are part of the package:

1 d:series

power ampliﬁer

1 power cord

(powerCON 32A; speciﬁc to country)

rack mount kit

(including screw set)

Compatible 2-pin Euroblock plugs

(d:24 - 24 pcs. / d:16 - 16 pcs.)

Compatible 4-pin Euroblock plug

for panic mute bypass (1pc.)

Please so not ship the power amp in any other than its original packing

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startup

scope of delivery

2.3 - mounting

The ampliﬁer is three rack units high (3RU) and ﬁts

into a standard EIA 19" rack or cabinet. The depth

of the ampliﬁer is 517mm (20,4"). The weight of the

analog version is approximately 20 kg (44 lbs).

When mounting the d:series ampliﬁer into a 19"

rack, please use the provided rear rack-mount ears

to avoid mechanical stress. To mount it into the

rack, use appropriate rack mounting screws with

washers.

To ﬁx the rack angles to the rack-mount ears,

please use the delivered screws (M3 TX10).

AES/EBU input card MADI input card

Dante input card DSP module

Optional components:

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air ﬂow and thermal management

2.4 - air flow and thermal management

The d:series unit is a powerful ampliﬁer. Due to the idle loss and the heat arising under heavy working

conditions, it is necessary to cool the circuits adequately. Therefore, the amp is equipped with ﬁve fans

with an air ﬂow direction ‘front-to-rear’ and additional air slots for passive convection cooling.

Therefore, it is mandatory to ensure an unrestricted airﬂow of the cooling system. When mounting the

ampliﬁer in a rack, it is important that cool airﬂow is provided at the front panel of the ampliﬁer and warm

air can be exhausted from the rear.

We highly recommend to leave 1RU space above and underneath each ampliﬁer in the rack. If the

ampliﬁer was not maintained correctly, all necessary repairs and consequential costs will not be

covered by the warranty.

The system screen on the control surface allows you monitoring relevant temperature states of the ampliﬁer

(see chapter 5.2 ‘system screen’, page 24).

A detailed graphic of the fan curves can be found in chapter 5.6 ‘stealth screen’ (page 37).

Never block the ventilation louvers of the d:series ampliﬁer! Without

sufﬁcient cooling, the ampliﬁer will automatically enter a protection mode

and shut down the power supply for the ampliﬁer modules if necessary.

Don’t place the d:series ampliﬁer near heat sources, like blowers, stoves

or any other heat radiating devices. We also highly recommend not to

place the ampliﬁer directly above or underneath other devices in racks.

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