DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit User Manual DOC02-DL150_UM Issue A
DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit EN Important Instructions Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock. Use only high-quality commerciallyavailable speaker cables with ¼” TS plugs pre-installed. All other installation or modification should be performed only by qualified personnel.
User Manual new MIDAS equipment right after your purchase at www.midasconsoles.com and kindly read the terms and conditions of our limited warranty carefully. Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently. Thank you for your cooperation! § 3 Return materials authorization 1 To obtain warranty service, please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was purchased.
DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit Licences The following are the license agreements applicable to the MIDAS Digital Equipment. End-User Licence Agreement for MIDAS™ and KLARK TEKNIK™ Software. IMPORTANT - Please read this document carefully before using this MIDAS™ or KLARK TEKNIK™ product.
TUNITY OR PROFITS, COST OF COVER OR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES, EVEN IF YOU ADVISE THE COMPANY OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THIS IS A FUNDAMENTAL TERM OF THIS AGREEMENT AND YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SOFTWARE AND/OR THE PRODUCT REFLECTS THIS ALLOCATION OF RISK.
DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit MIDAS DL150 Series The DL150 Series - front panels 1. Introduction Welcome! Thank you for purchasing one of the DL150 Series Audio System I/O units. The MIDAS DL150 Series Audio System I/O units are housed in a rugged 19” 2U rack-mount chassis with cosmetic trim, suitable for use and storage in a road flight case. All user interface controls and feedback are located on the front panel.
User Manual The DL150 series I/O units are mixed technology products combining analogue and digital circuitry. These are combined on the input and output cards using multi-layer horizontal PCBs. Extreme care has been taken when planning and executing the PCB layout to maintain good grounding and analogue/digital separation. The DL150 series units use proven technology from the D251 I/O unit from the current MIDAS range.
DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit The DL150 Series - rear panels. Showing from top to bottom, DL151, DL152, DL153, DL154, DL155 2. Getting Started This section shows you how to unpack, install, connect up, switch on and configure the DL150 Series I/O unit. This equipment is supplied by a mains voltage that can cause electric shock injury.
User Manual Please retain the original packing in case you should need to return the equipment to the manufacturer or supplier, or transport or ship the unit later. Installation Before installing and operating this equipment, make sure it is correctly connected to the protective earth conductor of the mains voltage supply socket outlet through each mains lead. Ideally a cool area is preferred, away from power distribution equipment or other potential sources of interference.
DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit 3. Front Panel The front panels of the DL150 Series units are all similar and are described here, with the DL151 being used for illustration purposes. The individual components are shown in more detail below. 3 2 4 5 6 1 Ventilation Grill - DO NOT OBSTRUCT 2 PSU Status Indication - Power supply status LEDs for each power rail. An LED will illuminate when its respective voltage rail is active.
User Manual 4. Rear Panel The rear panels of the DL150 Series units are also similar and are described here, with the DL153 being used for illustration purposes. 7 9 8 10 11 12 13 14 7 I/O Card ‘B’ - 8-channel I/O card position. 8 I/O Card ‘A’ - 8-channel I/O card position. 9 Mains Power Inlet - IEC inlet with integral mains switch. 10 I/O Card ‘C’ - 8-channel I/O card position. 11 Diagnostics port - 9W ‘D’ connector for diagnostics use.
DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit 5. Connectors To ensure the correct and reliable operation of the equipment, only high quality balanced, screened, twisted pair audio cable should be used. XLR connector shells should be of metal construction so that they provide a screen when connected to the console/snake and, where appropriate, they should have Pin 1 connected to the cable screen. 1 Line output audio connector.
User Manual 6. Operation Programming Mode This chapter describes the programming mode of the DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit. Menu navigation The four programming buttons in the control panel have the following functions. Navigation buttons Usage _________________________________________________________________________________ Moves up a menu level. Exits programming mode, depending on the current menu level. Moves down a menu level or selects the current option.
DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit 1 AES clock menu This menu lets you set up the clock source of the DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit as internal or external, for AES synchronisation. To set up the unit’s clock source 1. In programming mode, select menu 1 (see “To select a menu” on page 13). The current clock source is shown on the bottom line of the display, for example, “Internal clock”. 2. Use the down arrow to select the AES clock source you want, for example, “External clock”.
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DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit 7. Technical Specifications This section contains the technical specifications for the DL150 Series Audio System I/O units. Due to our policy of continual improvement, MIDAS reserves the right to alter the function or specification at any time without notice.
User Manual 8. Service Information This section gives you servicing information for your unit. If you are in any doubt or have queries about any of the procedures in this section, contact MIDAS Technical Support. Contact details can be found at the front of this manual. Routine maintenance To help keep your unit in good working order and to make sure it gives you optimum performance, we recommend that you adhere to the following maintenance schedules.
DL150 Series Fixed-Format I/O Unit Other important information Important information 1. Register online. Please register your new MIDAS equipment right after you purchase it by visiting www.midasconsoles.com. Registering your purchase using our simple online form helps us to process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently. Also, read the terms and conditions of our warranty, if applicable. 2. Malfunction.
User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION MUSIC Group Research UK Limited DL150 Series Responsible Party Name: MUSIC Group Research UK Limited Address: Klark Industrial Park, Walter Nash Road, Kidderminster. Worcestershire. DY11 7HJ. England. Phone/Fax No.
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