DSM-26
ORDERCODE D2070
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DAP Audio DSM-26 Product Guide
Warning ..........................................................................................................................................................................2
Unpacking instructions ...........................................................................................................................................2
Safety-instructions ...................................................................................................................................................2
Operating determinations .....................................................................................................................................4
Return procedure ....................................................................................................................................................4
Claims ........................................................................................................................................................................4
Description .....................................................................................................................................................................5
Features ....................................................................................................................................................................5
Overview Front side ................................................................................................................................................5
Overview Back side ................................................................................................................................................6
Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................7
Set Up and Operation ..................................................................................................................................................7
System test ................................................................................................................................................................7
Input setup................................................................................................................................................................7
Output setup ............................................................................................................................................................8
Load menu ...............................................................................................................................................................9
System menu ............................................................................................................................................................9
Save menu ............................................................................................................................................................ 11
Digital Speaker Manager software Installation ................................................................................................... 12
Software installation ............................................................................................................................................ 12
Installing the CP1203 USB driver ......................................................................................................................... 12
Installing the Digital Speaker Manager software ........................................................................................... 14
Connecting a single DSM-26 using the USB port ............................................................................................ 16
Connecting several DSM-26’s using the RD485 ports.................................................................................... 16
Making a connection between your PC and DSM-26 ................................................................................. 17
Software Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 18
The information zone ........................................................................................................................................... 18
The display and connection zone .................................................................................................................... 18
The parameter adjustment zone ...................................................................................................................... 21
Connection Cables ................................................................................................................................................... 22
Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................................. 25
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................................................... 25
Product Specifications .............................................................................................................................................. 26
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WARNING
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP!
CAUTION!
Keep this system away from rain and moisture!
CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.
With a dangerous voltage you can suffer
a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires!
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure
that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the dealer immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be
returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing.
Your shipment includes:
• DAP DSM-26
• Edit software
• USB cable (140cm)
• IEC cable (180cm)
• User manual
WARNING
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this system has to:
- be qualified
- follow the instructions of this manual
Before you initial start-up, please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation. Should
there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the system.
To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to
follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual.
Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the system are not subject to
warranty.
This system contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer servicing to qualified technicians only.
IMPORTANT:
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the nonobservance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the system.
Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables! Handle the power-cord and all
connections with the mains with particular caution!
Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit.
Never use anything to cover the ground contact.
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Do not insert objects into air vents.
Do not connect this system to a dimmerpack.
Do not switch the system on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the system’s life.
Only use system indoor, avoid contact with water or other liquids.
Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.
Always disconnect power from the mains, when system is not used. Only handle the power-cord
by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the power-cord.
Make sure you don’t use the wrong kind of cables or defective cables.
Make sure that the signals into the mixer are balanced, otherwise hum could be created.
Make sure you use DI boxes to balance unbalanced signals; All incoming signals should be clear.
Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel.
Make sure that the power-cord is never crimped or damaged. Check the system and the power-
cord from time to time.
Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.
Before connecting or disconnecting the power cord, make certain the ON / OFF switch is in the
OFF position.
Before switching on or off make certain the sound system’s amplifiers are off or turned down: this
will avoid signal peaks, which are annoying and sometimes dangerous (particularly for speaker
enclosures).
Avoid installing your equipment very near radio or TV sets, mobile phones, etc., as these can
cause RF (radio frequency) interference.
When connecting the other parts of your sound system, watch out for the so-called “ground
loops”.
The best way (even if not always feasible) to avoid ground loops is to connect the electric ground
of all the equipment to a single central point (“star” system). In this case, the central point can be
the mixer.
To avoid or solve hum and buzzing troubles, try different combinations of lifting grounds on units
that are supplied with ground lift switches or make sure all chassis are connected to earth ground,
either through the A.C. power cord ground or by the front panel rack mount screws.
Before changing your grounds around, always turn your amplifiers down.
Keep this user’s manual for future consultation. Also remember that the device will get a better
price on the secondhand market if (as well as being in good condition) it has its original
documentation and packaging.
Always operate the unit with the AC ground wire connected to the electrical system ground.
Do not drive the inputs with a signal level bigger, than required to drive the equipment to full
output.
Please turn off the power switch, when changing the power cord or signal cable, or select the
input mode switch.
Sometimes, when you want to send one signal to more than one amplifier, you should use a signal
distributor.
Extreme frequency boosts in connection with a high input signal level may lead to overdriving
your equipment. Should this occur, it is necessary to reduce the input signal level by using the
INPUT control.
To emphasize a frequency range, you don’t necessarily have to move its respective sliding control
upward; try lowering surrounding frequency ranges instead. This way, you avoid causing the next
piece of equipment in your sound path to overdrive. You also preserve valuable dynamic reserve
(“headroom”)
For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only.
Prevent distortion! Make sure that all components connected to the DSM-26 have sufficient
power ratings. Otherwise distortion will be generated because the components are operated at
their limits.
Avoid ground loops! Always be sure to connect the power amps and the mixing console to the
same electrical circuit to ensure the same phase!
If system is dropped or struck, disconnect mains power supply immediately. Have a qualified
engineer inspect for safety before operating.
If the system has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do
not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your system. Leave
the system switched off until it has reached room temperature.
Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.
WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase.
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OPERATING DETERMINATIONS
International
EU Cable
UK Cable
US Cable
Pin
L
BROWN
RED
YELLOW/COPPER
FASE
N
BLUE
BLACK
SILVER
NUL
YELLOW/GREEN
GREEN
GREEN
EARTH
This system is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the
system will serve you for a long time without defects.
If this system is operated in any other way, than the one described in this manual, the product may suffer
damages and the warranty becomes void.
Any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, etc.
You endanger your own safety and the safety of others!
Improper installation can cause serious damage to people and property !
Connection with the mains
Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug.
Always pay attention, that the right color cable is connected to the right place.
Make sure that the device is always connected properly to the earth!
Return Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Authorization Number (RMA number). Products returned
without an RMA number will be refused. Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility.
Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail aftersales@highlite.nl and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture.
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the
return. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the
customer’s responsibility. Highlite reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe method to use.
Note: If you are given an RMA number, please include the following information on a piece of paper
inside the box:
1) Your name
2) Your address
3) Your phone number
4) A brief description of the symptoms
Claims
The client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any shortcomings and/or visible defects, or perform this check after our announcement that the goods are at their
disposal. Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise.
It is the customer's responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is
damaged due to shipping. Transportation damage has to be reported to us within one day after receipt
of the delivery.
Any return shipment has to be made post-paid at all times. Return shipments must be accompanied with
a letter defining the reason for return shipment. Non-prepaid return shipments will be refused, unless
otherwise agreed in writing.
Complaints against us must be made known in writing or by fax within 10 working days after receipt of the
invoice. After this period complaints will not be handled anymore.
Complaints will only then be considered if the client has so far complied with all parts of the agreement,
regardless of the agreement of which the obligation is resulting.
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Description of the device
Features
The DSM-26 is a 2 in- and 6 output speaker manager that can be used for a wide range of applications.
At the front it has an USB connection port which enables you to program the DSM-26 with the included
software. The RS485 interface gives you the possibility to connect and program multiple units at once. It
has a powerful chipset that makes it possible to use all filter slopes up to 48 dB per octave and all
equalizer, delay sections without running out of memory. The DSM-26 is suitable for professional PA
systems, line arrays and audio installations, as well as sound distribution networks.
• DAP speaker presets available at www.dap-audio.info
• 96 Khz Sample rate, 115 dB dynamic range
• Noise floor better than -95 dBu
• USB at front with included user-friendly remote software
• Connect multiple units with RS485 (use optional interface D2071)
Overview
1) Input LED indicator + mute switches
Indicates the input level. Make sure the Clip led only lights up occasionally.
Pressing the mute/ edit button shortly will mute the corresponding input.
Pressing and holding the mute/ edit button lets you enter the edit mode for the corresponding
channel. In edit mode you can adjust the polarity, delay and EQ for each input separately by
pressing the Polarity(12), Delay(8) or EQ(3) button.
2) Gain button
Pressing the Gain button allows you to enter the Gain menu directly. The gain can be setup for each
output separately. You can’t adjust the gain for the input channels.
3) EQ button
Pressing the EQ button allows you to enter the EQ menu directly. You can setup 6 different EQ’s for
each input and each output.
4) X-over button
Pressing the X-over button allows you to enter the X-over menu directly. Pressing the X-over button
let’s you select and adjust a high- and low- pass filter for each output.
5) Limiter button
Pressing the Limiter button allows you to enter the Limiter menu directly. You can set up a limiter for
each output.
6) LCD display
To display functions and operating status.
7) Jog-wheel
Turning the Jog Wheel allows you to change parameters.
Pressing the Jog Wheel allows you to enter or confirm.
8) Delay button
Pressing the Delay button allows you to enter the Delay menu directly. The delay for each input
and output can be adjusted separately.
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9) Load button
Pressing the Load button allows you to enter the Load menu directly.
10) System button
Pressing the System button gives you access to the system setup menu.
11) Save button
Pressing the Save button will save your preset.
12) Polarity button
Pressing the Polarity button allows you to enter the Polarity menu directly.
13) Output LED indicators + mute switches
Indicates the output level. Make sure the Clip led does only light occasionally. The limit led will light if
the internal limiter is actually limiting the signal.
Pressing the mute/ edit button shortly will mute the corresponding input.
Pressing and holding the mute/ edit button lets you enter the edit mode. In edit mode you can adjust
the Gain, polarity, delay, EQ and crossover for each output channel separately by pressing the
gain(2), polarity(12), delay(8), EQ(3) or X-over(4) button.
14) USB port
Connecting your computer to this port allows you to edit and manage your presets, using the
supplied software.
Backside
15) IEC Connector + Fuse
This connector is meant for the connection of the supplied main cord. Connect one end of the
power cord to the connector, the other end to the mains, then turn on the power switch to operate
the unit.
Note: Please make sure that the supply voltage matches the operation voltage before connecting
the unit to mains. Replace the fuse only with a fuse of same specification (T4A).
16) Power switch
Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly. Make sure the
115/230V(17) switch is set to the proper voltage.
17) 115V/230V Switch
Before plugging in the power cord, make sure the 115/230V switch is set to the proper
voltage.
18) Ground
Ground screw if a separate groundwire is needed.
19) RS485 ports
RS485 com port for linking with your computer if you need very long cables (up to 1500m). You can
link up to 250 sets. You can order an (optional) USB to RS485 under article number D2071.
20) Output Sockets
XLR male balanced output.
21) XLR Input Sockets
XLR female balanced input.
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Installation
InA EQ6:PEQ
OFF__________________
InA
Delay 0.000 ms______
InA EQ6:PEQ
19.7hz -0.1db 0.3oct___
InA polarity
___POLArity=[+]_____
Remove all packing materials from the DSM-26. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed.
Screw the equipment into a 19" rack. Connect all cables.
Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing.
Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty.
Set Up and Operation
Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification
voltage. Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 240V power, or vice versa.
Install this device on a flat surface, not bend or curved.
Do not supply power before all components of the system are set up and connected properly.
Make sure to power-up before your power amplifier is turned in order to avoid loud transients, which
could damage your speakers or annoy your audience.
System test
After connecting all cables, you should carry out a system test. Press all Mute-buttons in order to mute all
outputs. Activate the HF-outputs first. In case of wrong cabling, High Frequency (HF) signals will come out
of bass-speakers that cannot be harmed this way. Vice versa, the Low Frequency (LF) signals would
destroy your HF-speakers.
Input setup
Pressing and holding an input mute/edit button(1) sets the according channel in edit mode. As you can
see, while entering edit mode, the display will be in the mode you were in the last time you edited a
preset.
In our case, the DSM-26 enters the EQ mode. Use the EQ(3) button to select EQ1-EQ6. In this case, EQ6 is
switched off. Rotating the Jog Wheel(7) lets you select a frequency. Pressing the Jog Wheel(7) will switch
between the 3 parameters for the EQ (frequency, gain and Q factor).
Pressing the Delay(8) button allows you to adjust the input delay.
Pressing the Polarity(12) button allows you to inverse the inputs polarity.
Turning the Jog Wheel(7) counter clockwise will inverse (-) the polarity Clockwise will set the polarity back
to normal (+).
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