Introducing The Series ...........................4
VIO L210 ......................................6
Unique Acoustic Design ........................8
Advanced DSP ...............................10
Flying Hardware .............................12
VIO S318 .....................................14
Tri-Amped Active Subwoofer ...................16
Outstanding Performance .....................18
Software .....................................20
System Configurations ..........................22
Small System ................................24
Medium System ..............................26
Large System ................................28
Stacked System ..............................30
Tech Specs ...................................32
Accessories ...................................34
INTRODUCING
VIO SERIES
In the last 10 years, since DVA series’ launch on the pro
audio market, dBTechnologies has set new standards in the
sound reinforcement industry, bringing the benefits of line
array technology to a much wider range of users.
With the new VIO series dBTechnologies is ready to step
up to the next level, presenting a fully powered line array
and sub series intended for large sound reinforcement
applications.
Making the most of many years experience developing
powered speaker systems, alongside with innovative
solutions in acoustic design and digital sound processing,
dBTechnologies created a line array solution able to face
smoothly professional production requirements.
Freshly designed wooden cabinets, premium
components, last generation amplifying technology, as
well as an advanced DSP programming, come together
to deliver imposing sound pressure levels combined with
an outstanding control of dispersion and a detailed,
clear cut audio performance. In addition to that, all
the VIO systems can be remotely controlled via RDNet
protocol and, last but not least, the line array modules
features an integrated rigging system and dedicated
accessories in order to ensure simple and quick
configuration and set up operations.
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SMARTERLIGHTERFASTERSTRONGER
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As a result of many years’ experience developing solutions
for powered line array systems, VIO L210 reaches the next
level among dBTechnologies’ speaker range aimed at larger
sound reinforcement applications. The internal acoustic
design and sound processing developed by dBTechnologies’
R&D department merge to deliver outstanding performances
in terms of sound pressure, coverage coherence, intelligibility
and sound definition.
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2-WAY ACTIVE LINE ARRAY SYSTEM
NETWORK READY WITH AN INTEGRATED
RDNET PORT
NEWLY DESIGNED WOODEN ENCLOSURE COATED
WITH POLYUREA
SMOOTH CONFIGURATION AND SET UP
OPERATIONS THANKS TO THE INTEGRATED
3-POINT RIGGING HARDWARE
EXCLUSIVELY DESIGNED HF WAVEGUIDE FOR
IMPRESSIVE THROW DISTANCE AND PHASE
COHERENCE
ALUMINIUM PHASE PLUGS FOR AN EXTREMELY
CONSTANT DISPERSION
ADVANCED DSP FEATURING LINEAR PHASE FIR
FILTERS FOR IMPROVED INTELLIGIBILITY
UP TO 6 MODULES IN A SINGLE 16A 230V CIRCUIT
LIGHTWEIGHT NEODYMIUM MAGNETS FOR ALL
TRANSDUCERS
ON-BOARD DOUBLE ROTARY EQ CONTROL SYSTEM
FOR PRECISE TUNING
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UNIQUE
ACOUSTIC DESIGN
Functional yet unobtrusive design
Made of solid multiplex plywood coated with a black polyurea f inish, the
housing is fronted with a black grille which complete a sober, unobtrusive
look which can easily adapt to any scenic design. The speaker ’s cabinet is
easy to tote thanks to its 4 handles, 1 per side and 2 on the back, and
its amplifier module is protected with an integrated black raincover.
Phase plug
Acoustic enclosure is completed by two massive aluminum phase
plugs located in front of both 10” woofers. Their external surface
is the prosecution of the constant directivity high-frequency
waveguide.
Each phase plug features 26 diamond-shaped holes essential to
reduce the interference between the two LF emission points and
to improve frequency and transient response.
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Woofers
The two premium 10” neodymium transducers, positioned in a V form and sealed in a bass
reflex enclosure, have been custom-designed to improve efficiency. In facts, their voice coils,
made of copper plus aluminum coating, are designed to last even in the most demanding
conditions, providing an accurate transient response and an extended low-end reproduction.
Furthermore, these transducers have been specifically designed for the VIO in order to make
the most of the system.
High-frequency
One single 3” voice coil compression driver (1.4” exit throat) accurately delivers high
frequencies. A brand new waveguide contributes to create a cylindrical wavefront, allowing
a very precise high-frequency directivity control, much to the advantage of the system’s
throw-distance.
The crossover frequency between the 2 ways lows down to 950 Hz and each module
guarantees a uniform 100° hor izontal coverage.
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ADVANCED DSP
Advanced DSP paired with notable efficiency
The module features a 900W RMS Class D Digipro G3 highly efficient
amplifier allowing the system to achieve up to 135 dB SPL. High
efficiency is a key feature of the VIO L210: it is actually possible to
connect up to 6 modules on a single 16A 230V circuit.
The amplifier also features an auto-range circuit and is fed via
PowerCON TRUE1 waterproof connectors.
A perfectly coherent coverage is granted even at a long distance
thanks to advanced sound processing with FIR filters.
The pre-amp module is also equipped with a digital optical isolation
on the signal input stage, which makes the system more resistant to
any interference.
On board EQ controls
VIO L210 features a double rotary user
interface to process the system manually.
The first rotary is dedicated to low
frequency adjustments in order to control
coupling effects depending on the array
dimensions. The second rotary helps to
compensate for the high frequencies loss
due to throw distance.
Both rotaries features several accurate
presets, while the prediction software
dBTechnologies Composer provides for
more precise configurations. Any preset
can be easily changed remotely via
dBTechnologies Network.
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Rotary 1 - Speaker
coupling presets
Rotary 2 - High Freq.
compensation presets
Depending on the dimension
of the array, the coupling
effect affects frequency
response. This dedicated
“speaker coupling” control
allows the user to attenuate
the mid-low frequency
according to the total number
of line array cabinets.
Being a considerable longthrow system, VIO L210 is
capable to provide incredibly
flat response all over the target
area also thanks to the high
frequencies compensation
control. Choosing among
the different presets, allows
the user to compensate high
frequencies loss due to air
absorption in each cabinet.
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FLYING
HARDWARE
Smart rigging hardware & accessories
The VIO L210 comes with a built-in 3-point rigging system allowing
a smooth and fast set up of the system. The 2 front links easily
connect the modules from any angle.
The back central rigging strand is equipped with a hook type link to
set the relative splay angles, determined via the prediction software
dBTechnologies Composer.
While lifting up the array, the rigging strand will automatically block
the system at the preset angles. Splay angles can be set directly
while the system is still located on the transport cart DT-VIOL210,
which houses up to 4 modules.
Flying and stacking cabinets
The dedicated flying frame DRK 210 comes with 2 hooks whose design
allows to set a more precise inclination
of the array. The DRK 210 can also
serve as a groundstacking accessory to
secure VIO L210 cabinets on a VIO S318
subwoofer. When not in use, the flying
frame can be fixed and stored on the
top lid of DT-VIOL210 transport cart.
Even details like cables mounts, or the
attachment of a laser inclinometer are
included in the design.
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As for lower frequencies, the VIO series is completed by VIO
S318 subwoofer, a one of a kind system both for its acoustic
configuration and majestic output. Indeed, dBTechnologies
succeded in designing an extraordinary powerful triple 18”
woofer system while maximizing in-phase frontal emission
and extending lower frequencies down to 35 Hz.
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ACTIVE TRI-AMPED 3x 18” BASSREFLEX
SEMI-HORN LOADED SUBWOOFER
INTERNAL DESIGN TO MAXIMIZE IN-PHASE
FRONTAL EMISSION
ON-BOARD DELAY FOR PERFECT TIME
ALIGNMENT
ON-BOARD CARDIOID ARRAY CONFIGURATION
PRESET
FREQUENCY RANGE EXTENDING DOWN TO 35HZ
NETWORK READY WITH AN INTEGRATED
RDNET PORT
POLYUREA PAINTING ON A ROAD-RESISTANT
WOODEN ENCLOSURE
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TRI-AMPED ACTIVE
SUBWOOFER
VIO S318 is equipped with
3x18” woofers, 2 of which are
half horn loaded, while the
third one is a direct radiation
woofer. This way, the sub
combines the contribution of
two different configurations.
The 3 woofers are aligned
in order to achieve a
perfect phase response. Its
innovative acoustic design
contributes in creating an
unprecedented performance/
dimension ratio for a triple
woofer powered system.
Designed to pair perfectly with
VIO L210, VIO S318 features 3x18”
woofers and Digipro G3 amplification
technology encompassed in a sturdy
plywood cabinet designed to ease
transport, storage, as well as multi-sub
configurations.
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The high quality multiplex
housing is reinforced with a
robust polyurea finish and
equipped with 4 aluminium
handles per side. The eyelets
on the top of the cabinet
allow to fix the DRK-210 flybar,
while 4 additional eyelets
allow to fasten the load during
transport using ratchet straps.
The internal configuration of the 3
woofers maximizes the acoustic radiant
surface, delivering a solid sound
performance.
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OUTSTANDING
PERFORMANCE
The 3 DIGIPRO G3 amplifiers deliver a total 2700 W RMS power,
allowing the system to reach up to 143dB SPL. A solution combining
resolute power, compact design and ease of use.
The system features an integrated delay module achieving up to
9.9 ms delay with 0.1 ms steps (a further delay can be set via RDNet
remote control software). The crossover module sets both the
low pass filter and the highpass filter for the integrated crossover
output. The system also features an attenuation control, a polarity
switch and an RDNet port for remote control.
DO-VIOS318
The dolly transport DO-VIOS318 allows
to transport up to 3 subs simultaneously,
both on wheels or on the forklift truck. As
an alternative to the dolly, 4 wheels can be
mounted on the rear side of the cabinet.
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In cardioid configurations with 3 subs, the ‘cardioid’ button
allows to process automatically the sub facing backwards, in
order to achieve the maximum cancellation. The recessions on
the top of the sub facilitates the passage of the cables between
the cabinets.
VIO series’ simulation models for Ease Focus 3 are available
at dbtechnologies.com, as well as the proprietary prediction
software dBTechnologies Composer.
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SOFTWARE
dBTechnologies
NETWORK
Fully compatible with Network
VIO Series is fully compatible with dBTechnologies
Network. This software allows the user to remotely control
dBTechnologies products using an RDNet Protocol, obtaining
advanced management and monitoring powers of the sound
reinforcement system in real time. Features:
• Monitor levels, limiters, and temperatures
• Select system presets
• Manage EQ, Delay and Gain of modules
• Configure setups off-line
• Mute and solo units
• Group modules
• Test each way of the amplifier
• Tap into LAN and USB interfaces
• Multi-threading management
• Camera preset feature (manages switch between multiple
layout snapshots in the workspace)
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dBTechnologies
COMPOSER
dBTechnologies Composer-ready
dBTechnologies Composer is a line array
configuration software which has been especially
developed to optimize VIO and DVA systems
alignment and acoustic performance.
It is possible to simulate system reinforcement
physics in order to set up a system in a fast and
easy way according to your needs and the safety
precautions.
Furthermore the software allows
the user to predict acoustic
coverage of both tops and subs,
splay angles and it automatically
checks the set up presets in order
to evaluate the efficiency of the
system and its nominal coverage.
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SYSTEM
CONFIGURATIONS
Aimed at larger sound reinforcement applications, the new VIO
Line Array and Sub series also features a remarkable versatility,
allowing several configurations optimized for different sized
venues and audience.
An advanced Digital Sound Processing, an innovative rigging
system, smar t accessories and a simple and effective monitoring
system allow users to get the most out of VIO system both in larger
suspended applications and in smaller stacked configurations.
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12 x VIO L210
SMALL SYSTEM
4 x VIO S318
DESCRIPTION
6 VIO L210 w ith DRK-210 suspending bar per side
Application height: 6/8 meters
Single cluster weight: 193 kg / 425 lbs (bumper included)
POWER SPECIFICATIONS - IEC60268-5
VOLTAGENOMINAL POWER 1/8MAX POWER USAGE 1/3IDLE POWER (NO SIGNAL)
230V29 A - 3520 W63 A - 8456 W5 A - 478 W
115V50 A - 3524 W111 A - 8624 W8 A - 462 W
SETTINGS
DSP presets, relative splay angles and subwoofer configurations are shown in dBTechnologies Composer prediction software.
CROSSOVER POINT suggested: 85/90 hz.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
QUANTITYMODELDESCRIPTION
12VIO L210Active two-way line array module
4VIO S318Active high power triple 18” subwoofer
2DRK-210Flybar for VIO L210
10DPTC-70LPowerCON TRUE1 - PowerCON TRUE1 power link cable for L210 (70 cm)
2DPTC-160LPowerCON TRUE1 - PowerCON TRUE1 power link cable for S318 (160 cm)
12DAC-70XLR link cable for L210 (70 cm)
4XLR STANDARD CABLESAudio connection cable between subwoofer clusters
1CAT-5 STANDARD CABLESCat-5 cables connection long enough for sub-config needed
10RJ45-RJ45-75RDNet cat-5 cables link between L210 (75 cm)
2RJ45-RJ45-150RDNet cat-5 cables link between S318 (15o cm)
3RDC-45 MRJ-45 to XLR male conversion cable, RDNet
1RDNET CONTROL-88 output RDNet master unit
4DPTC-1000MMaster power cable to PowerCON TRUE1 (10 meters)
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
QUANTITYMODELDESCRIPTION
3DT-VIOL210Touring cart for 4x VIO L210
2DO-VIOS318Dolly transport for VIO S318
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SUGGESTED WIRING PLAN
FOR AVERAGE USE
16 A
16 A16 A
230 V
POWERBOX
16 A
FOH
CONSOLE
RDNET CONTROL 8
PC
Master Power
PowerCON True Link
Cat-5 Standard
XLR Audio / RDNet
USB Connection
RDC-45M Adapter
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20 x VIO L210
MEDIUM SYSTEM
8 x VIO S318
DESCRIPTION
10 VIO L210 with DRK-210 suspending bar per side
Application height: 8/10 meters
Single cluster weight: 307 kg / 676 lbs (bumper included)
POWER SPECIFICATIONS - IEC60268-5
VOLTAGENOMINAL POWER 1/8MAX POWER USAGE 1/3IDLE POWER (NO SIGNAL)
230V52.5 A - 6480 W116.4 A - 15632 W9.4 A - 900 W
115V90.7 A - 6490 W202.8 A - 16000 W14.5 A - 844 W
SETTINGS
DSP presets, relative splay angles and subwoofer configurations are shown in dBTechnologies Composer prediction software.
CROSSOVER POINT suggested: 75 hz.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
QUANTITYMODELDESCRIPTION
20VIO L210Active two-way line array module
8VIO S318Active high power triple 18” subwoofer
2DRK-210Flybar for VIO L210
16DPTC-70LPowerCON TRUE1 - PowerCON TRUE1 power link cable for L210 (70 cm)
4DPTC-160LPowerCON TRUE1 - PowerCON TRUE1 power link cable for L210 (160 cm)
22DAC-70XLR link cable for L210 (70 cm)
3XLR STANDARD CABLESAudio connection cable between subwoofer clusters
3CAT-5 STANDARD CABLESCat-5 cables connection long enough for sub-config needed
18RJ45-RJ45-75RDNet cat-5 cables link between L210 (75 cm)
4RJ45-RJ45-150RDNet cat-5 cables link between S318 (150 cm)
3RDC-45 MRJ-45 to XLR male conversion cable, RDNet
1RDNET CONTROL-88 Output RDNet master unit
8DPTC-1000MMaster power cable to PowerCON TRUE1 (10 meters)
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
QUANTITYMODELDESCRIPTION
5DT-VIOL210Touring cart for 4x VIO L210
4DO-VIOS318Dolly transport for VIO S318
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SUGGESTED WIRING PLAN
FOR AVERAGE USE
16 A
16 A
16 A
16 A
16 A
16 A16 A
230 V
POWERBOX
16 A
FOH
CONSOLE
RDNET CONTROL 8
PC
Master Power
PowerCON True Link
Cat-5 Standard
XLR Audio / RDNet
USB Connection
RDC-45M Adapter
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LARGE SYSTEM
14 x VIO S318
DESCRIPTION
16 VIO L210 with DRK-210 suspending bar per side
Application height: 10/12 meters
Single cluster weight: 479 kg / 1056 lbs (bumper included)
POWER SPECIFICATIONS - IEC60268-5
VOLTAGENOMINAL POWER 1/8MAX POWER USAGE 1/3IDLE POWER (NO SIGNAL)
230V88.2 A - 11000 W195.6 A - 26400 W15.6 A - 1500 W
115V152.2 A - 11000 W340.8 A - 27000 W24.3 A - 1420 W
SETTINGS
DSP presets, relative splay angles and subwoofer configurations are shown in dBTechnologies Composer prediction software.
CROSSOVER POINT suggested: 70 hz.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
QUANTITYMODELDESCRIPTION
32VIO L210Active two-way line array module
14VIO S318Active high power triple 18” subwoofer
2DRK-210Flybar for VIO L210
26DPTC-70LPowerCON TRUE1 - PowerCON TRUE1 power link cable for L210 (70 cm)
7DPTC-160LPowerCON TRUE1 - PowerCON TRUE1 power link cable for S318 (160 cm)
37DAC-70XLR link cable for L210 (70 cm)
6XLR STANDARD CABLESAudio connection cable between subwoofer clusters
6CAT-5 STANDARD CABLESCat-5 cables connection long enough for sub-config needed
30RJ45-RJ45-75RDNet cat-5 cables link between L210 (75 cm)
7RJ45-RJ45-150RDNet cat-5 cables link between S318 (150 cm)
3RDC-45 MRJ-45 to XLR male conversion cable, RDNet
1RDNET CONTROL-88 output RDNet master unit
13DPTC-1000MMaster power cable to PowerCON TRUE1 (10 meters)
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
QUANTITYMODELDESCRIPTION
8DT-VIOL210Touring cart for 4x VIO L210
7DO-VIOS318Dolly transport for VIO S318
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SUGGESTED WIRING PLAN
FOR AVERAGE USE
16 A
16 A
16 A16 A
16 A16 A
16 A
16 A
16 A
16 A
16 A
16 A
230 V
POWERBOX
16 A
FOH
CONSOLE
RDNET CONTROL 8
PC
Master Power
PowerCON True Link
Cat-5 Standard
XLR Audio / RDNet
USB Connection
RDC-45M Adapter
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8 x VIO L210
STACKED SYSTEM
3 x VIO S318
DESCRIPTION
4 VIO L210, stacked on stage with DRK-210 per side
Application height: 2 meters, stacked on stage
Additional floor attachment system for mechanical stability is required.
POWER SPECIFICATIONS - IEC60268-5
VOLTAGENOMINAL POWER 1/8MAX POWER USAGE 1/3IDLE POWER (NO SIGNAL)
230V20.3 A - 2500 W47.7 A - 6022 W3.6 A - 350 W
115V35 A - 2500 W78.4 A - 6150 W5.6 A - 326 W
SETTINGS
DSP presets, relative splay angles and subwoofer configurations are shown in dBTechnologies Composer prediction software.
CROSSOVER POINT suggested: 85 hz.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
QUANTITYMODELDESCRIPTION
8VIO L210Active two-way line array module
3VIO S318Active high power triple 18” subwoofer
2DRK-210Flybar for VIO L210
6DPTC-70LPowerCON TRUE1 - PowerCON TRUE1 power link cable for L210 (70 cm)
2DPTC-160LPowerCON TRUE1 - PowerCON TRUE1 power link cable for S318 (160 cm)
6DAC-70XLR link cable for L210 (70 cm)
2XLR STANDARD CABLESAudio connection cable between subwoofer clusters
2RJ45-RJ45-150RDNet CAT-5 cables link between S318 (150 cm)
6RJ45-RJ45-75RDNet cat-5 cables link between L210 (75 cm)
3RDC-45 MRJ-45 to XLR male conversion cable, RDNet
1RDC-45 FRJ-45 to XLR female conversion cable, RDNet
1RDNET CONTROL-22 output RDNet master unit
4DPTC-1000MMaster power cable to PowerCON TRUE1 (10 meters)
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
QUANTITYMODELDESCRIPTION
2DT-VIOL210Touring cart for 4x VIO L210
1DO-VIOS318Dolly transport for VIO S318
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SUGGESTED WIRING PLAN
FOR AVERAGE USE
16 A16 A
16 A
230 V
POWERBOX
FOH
CONSOLE
RDNET CONTROL 2
PC
Master Power
PowerCON True Link
Cat-5 Standard
XLR Audio / RDNet
USB Connection
RDC-45M Adapter
RDC-45F Adapter
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TECH SPECS
VIO L210
Speaker Type2-Way Active Line Array Module
Usable Bandwidth [-6dB]67 - 20. 000 Hz
Frequency Response [+/- 3dB]78 - 18.10 0 Hz
Max SPLO ne Unit: 135 dB
HF1 x 1. 4”, 3” v.c. - Neodymium, Titanium diaphragm
LF2 x 10”, 2.5” v.c. - Neodymium
Phase CorrectionAluminum Phase Plug
Horizontal Directivity100°
Vertical Directivitydepends on arr ay size and conf iguration
Amplifier900 W RMS Class-D Digipro® G3
CoolingConvection
Power Supply900 W SMPS with Au to-ran ge PSU
ControllerDSP 56 bit
AD/DA Converter24 bit /48 kHz
LimiterDual Active Multiband Peak, RMS, Thermal
Processing (filters)FIR Linear phase
Crossover Frequency LF-HF950 Hz
Slope LF-HF24 dB/Octave
Signal Input1x XLR female, balanced
Signal Output1x XLR male, balanced
NetworkRDNet remote control RJ45 connector IN/OUT
Power Socket1x PowerCON TRUE1 In
Controls1 x Speaker Couplin g (7 presets)
HousingMultiplex plywood - Polyurea painting
Housing DesignTrapezoidal 10°
Handles1 x Side, 2 on back
Rain coverIncluded
Rigging PointsIntegrated rigging hardware
Width x Height x Depth720 x 320 x 520 mm (28.35 x 12.6 x 20.47 in)
Weight28.6 kg (63 lbs)
1x Power CON TRUE1 Out
1 x HF Compensation (8 p resets)
1 x Input At tenuation Rotary Switch