Manual
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AN INTRODUCTION TO THE DNS 8D
The CEDAR DNS 8D has been designed specically for broadcast and live sound. With
eight channels of noise suppression, it hosts a new algorithm that marries the best of
the DNS 8D and the DNS 2 dialogue noise suppressors. With its slick user-interface
that includes standard and detailed modes of operation it offers better control than any
previous dialogue noise suppressor, both from the front panel and from almost any web
browser that can access its internal remote control software. With its near-zero latency
and standard 4-pin 12VDC input in addition to universal mains power, it’s suitable for
use in all live situations - not just broadcasting, but also live sound in venues such as
theatres, concert halls, conference venues, and places of worship.
Dante
®
is the de-facto standard for media networking, distributing uncompressed,
multi-channel digital audio via standard Ethernet networks with near-zero latency and
perfect synchronisation. The DNS 8D is the rst DNS with a Dante interface in addition
to its AES3 audio connections (DB25 using the AES59 pin-out). With fail-safe AES3
audio bypass implemented in the form of hardware relays that immediately connect the
inputs to the outputs in the event of a power failure plus support for Dante’s redundant
mode of operation which helps to protect against network failure, it can be installed with
condence in critical paths anywhere within the audio chain.
Quality, speed and simplicity are paramount considerations in the DNS 8D, which offers
the following:
n Near zero latency
A DSP delay of less than 10 samples (typically less than 1/200th of a frame) so
there is no loss of lip-sync.
n Flexibility
The ability to handle a wide range of noise suppression requirements.
n Speed and ease of use
A carefully designed user-interface that maximises speed of use.
n Modern audio interfaces
Dante
®
supporting redundant mode and AES3 with failsafe bypass.
n Universal mains power supply and 12VDC power
The ability to work anywhere in the world.
n Powerful processors
The latest technology to ensure that it will handle the most complex processing
requirements.
n Remote Control
The ability to monitor and adjust all audio processing parameters using a range
of common web browsers.