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DS 2418
Distribution Splitter
USER’S MANUAL
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Introduction
Thank you very much for expressing your condence in our
products by purchasing the DS2418, our high-quality Signal
Distribution Splitter designed specically for both live and
studio applications. Please read the manual carefully and
keep it for future reference.
Important Safety Instructions
For your own safety you must read this section in full rst!
Intended use
This manual explains the intended use of the device. Using it
in any other way invalidates the warranty and you risk a lifethreatening electric shock.
Risk of electrical shock!
• Connect the device only to a properly wired and earthed
electrical wall socket providing a mains voltage of 230 V~/
50 Hz.
• NEVER operate the device if the device itself, the power
plug, or the power cord is damaged.
• NEVER submerse the device in water. Wipe it only with a
slightly damp cloth.
• NEVER expose the device to rain or moisture and never use
it in a damp or wet environment. This device was developed
for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors.
• Ensure that the power cord does not become wet during
operation.
• You must NEVER open the housing of the device or try
to repair it. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Warranty will become void if you open the housing and you
face the risk of electric shock.
• Do not place objects containing uids, e.g. ower vases or
beer bottles, on or near the device.
• Notice regarding power disconnection:
To disconnect the device from the power source the power
plug must be removed from the power socket. For this
reason the device must be placed in a position where
a constant unobstructed access to the power socket is
assured, thus in an emergency situation you are able to
immediately pull out the power plug. To eliminate the risk
of re you must completely disconnect the power plug from
the power socket when the device is not in use.
• Always grasp the power cord by the plug. Do not pull on the
cord itself and never touch the power cord with wet hands
as this could result in a short circuit or an electrical shock.
Do not place the device, speaker cabinets or anything else
on the power cord and make sure that it does not become
clamped. Place the power cord in a position where it can
not be trod on. A damaged power cord can cause a re
or an electrical shock. Check the power cord from time to
time. Should it become damaged contact our customer
service centre to have it replaced.
• Never manipulate the power cord of the plug. If a power cord
is provided with an earth lead, this is mandatory to ensure
safe operation!
Riskofre!
• NEVER leave the device unattended while it is switched on.
• Never cover the ventilation slots of the device while it is
switched on. Avoid placing this device in locations that
provide insufcient ventilation or hot locations and do not
place the device in direct sunlight or under strong articial
light sources. Otherwise, it may overheat and become
irreparably damaged.
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• Do not operate or store the device in hot locations or near
heat sources like stoves, radiators or the like.
• Do not place any open sources of re, like candles, on the
device.
• When a thunderstorm with the risk of lightening threatens
disconnect the device from the mains power.
Risk of personal injury!
• Keep the power cord and device away from children.
Children frequently underestimate the dangers of electrical
equipment.
• Ensure a safe location for the device.
• Do not operate the device if it has sustained a fall or is
damaged. Arrange for the device to be checked and/or
repaired by qualied technicians.
Warning:
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to
important operating and maintenance instructions in
the accompanying literature. So read the manual.
Features
2 work modes available: X
‘Two Inputs - Four Outputs’, or ‘One Input - Eight Outputs’
Independent potentiometer for adjustment in each channel X
Fully electronically balanced input and output connector X
Link output connector X
Recessed potentiometer knobs to guarantee effectively the X
stable setting status of distributor
Electronic circuit design for super low distortion & super X
low noise
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Installation
Select a location with sufcient circulation of air. Permanent
overheating can damage the device.
This unit is designed to be tted into a 19” rack. Secure the
device with screws to the rack.
When installing into a 19” rack please ensure that warm air
can escape from the rack and that there is adequate distance
between the individual devices. The rear wall of the rack
should be opened when operating the devices.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Never immerse the device into water or any other
liquid! Never let any liquid get into the housing. This
would damage the device or cause a short circuit.
Clean the surface of the housing with a damp cloth. Never
use cleaning agents that contain alcohol, petrol, solvents, or
any aggressive substance. Do not use chemical ber cloth to
wipe the cover to avoid the fading of the painting.
Disposal
Never throw the device into the regular household
waste at the end of its useful life. This product is
subject to the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Dispose of the device through an approved disposal centre •
or at your community waste facility.
Observe the current existing regulations. In case of doubt •
contact your disposal facility.
The packaging is certied via a dual system. Take all •
packaging materials to an environmentally friendly
disposal facility in compliance with the local regulations.
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Specifications
Input impedance :
Output impedance :
Output max. voltage gain per channel :
Max. output level :
Max input level :
THD+N :
Dynamic range :
S/N :
Frequency response :
Distortion :
Power consumption :
Net weight :
Scope of delivery
DS2418 Distribution Splitter :
User manual :
Power supply cord :
10K (balanced)
47Ω (balanced)
+6dB
>20dBu
>20dBu
<0.008%
>115dB
>100dB A weight
20Hz - 20kHz, ±0.3dB
<0.03%
<8W
2.5Kg
1 unit
1 pc
1 pc
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