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 64×64 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.
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 (64×64)
| 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 |
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 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 |
| 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 kHz |
| Inputs | 64 |
| Outputs | 64 |
Latency
| Dante In to Out | <1.5 ms @ 48 kHz plus Dante network latency |





