Citronic DSM48, DSM26 User Manual

DSM48

DIGITAL SPEAKER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Order ref: 170.668UK

User Manual

Features

• 4 inputs, 8 outputs, fully balanced

• Independent parametric EQs

• Delay and Compressor/Limiter/Gate functions

• All inputs/outputs independently controlled

• Controllable via front panel, USB or LAN

• PC editing software included

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Caution: Please read this manual carefully before operating

Damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the DSM48 Digital Speaker Management System.
This unit has been designed to offer professional quality performance with open flexibility to address a wide range of

sound reinforcement applications. Please read this manual and keep fit or reference to gain the best results from this
equipment and avoid damage through misuse.

Contents

Panel controls and connectors Page 3
Panel operation

- Input parameter setting Page 4

- Output parameter setting Page 5

- Main Menu setting Page 6

PC editing software operation

- Setting up Page 7

- Connection Page 8

- Program menu Page 9

- Channel function Page 10

- LAN setup Page 11

- Specification Page 12

Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this item near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other items (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised plug. The wide blade is provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into the item or the mains socket, consult an electrician for replacement.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles, and point where they exit
from the item. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the item.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/item combination to avoid injury.

12. Unplug this item during lighting storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the item 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 item, the item has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped (Note: accidental or cosmetic damage is not covered by the items 12 month warranty)

14. Please keep the unit in a safe environment.

15. Do not store anything on top of the item.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any cover.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation mark within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this appliance.

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Front Panel Controls and Connectors

1. Rotary Encoders – 3 parameter adjust and menu navigation controls

2. Input channel LEDs

3. Output channel LEDs

4. USB connection - Type B connector for linking to PC

5. LCD Display - Displays parameters and programming menu

6. Menu navigation buttons:
BACK – selects previous menu item
NEXT – selects next menu item
MENU – Enter menu
ENTER – Confirms selection
BYPASS – bypasses process for comparison with unaffected signal
ESCAPE – escapes from current screen

7. Default buttons

8. Input EDIT/MUTE key - Press to mute, press & hold 3sec to edit

9. Output EDIT/MUTE key - Press to mute, press & hold 3sec to edit

Rear Panel Controls and Connectors

10. IEC connector - Mains inlet

11. Power switch - Switches mains power to the DSM48

12. Ventilation grille - Do not cover or obstruct airflow to this vent

13. RJ45 connector - LAN Connection to PC or other DSM48

14. Output connectors - Balanced XLR output connectors

15. Input connectors - Balanced XLR input connectors (analogue or AES digital on inputs A & C)

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Panel Operation

Input Parameter Setting

Pressing a Mute/Edit button will Mute or un-mute that specific input.
Press & hold the MUTE/EDIT key for IN A or IN B for 3 seconds to enter edit mode.
Using the BACK and NEXT navigation buttons will step through the various menu options.

1. Input Name

Parameter 1 rotary control selects the letter or figure
Parameter 2 rotary control moves to the next or previous character

Press ENTER to confirm when the name is set as required

2. Input Delay

Delay 0-1000ms / 0-346m / 0-1134.88ft (independent per channel)
Parameter 1 rotary control performs fine adjustment
Parameter 2 rotary control performs coarse adjustment

3. Input Polarity

Polarity [+] Normal / [-] Inverted (independent for each channel)

Parameter 1 rotary control toggles between + and - polarity

4. Input Gain

Gain -40 to +6dB in 0.1dB steps (independent for each channel)

Parameter 1 rotary adjusts the Gain value

5. Input EQ

Input EQ1 - EQ8 (8 independent EQs for each channel)

Press BACK or NEXT buttons to step through EQ1 to EQ8
Parameter 1 rotary selects the filter type:
Parametric (PEQ), High-Shelf (Hi-S) or Low-Shelf (Lo-S)
Press ENTER to confirm the filter type and move down to parameter settings.

Parameter 1 rotary control adjusts the cutoff frequency (20Hz to 20kHz)
Parameter 2 rotary control adjusts the gain (-30 to +15dB)

Parameter 3 rotary control selects bandwidth/slope (0.05-3.00oct or 6-12dB/oct)
Press ENTER to confirm parameter settings

6. Noise Gate

Noise gate threshold -120 to +10dBu

Parameter 1, 2 or 3 rotary controls adjust the gate threshold