DK-Audio MSD100 Manual de usuario


MSD100
MSD100AES/MSD100AES-SA
MSD100T/MSD100T-SA
MSD150C
MASTER STEREO DISPLAY
USER’S MANUAL

Copyright © 1995, 1997, 2002, DK-Audio, Herlev
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced or distrinbuted in any form, or by any means,
without prior written consent from DK-Audio, Herlev,
Denmark.
Trademarks
Analog Devices is a registered trademark of Analog
Devices, Inc. USA
Crystal is a registered trademark of Crystal
Semiconductor Corp., USA
Note: This manual covers all MSD100 Series models.
The main text refers to the MSD100 but applies to all
models. Special notes, subsections and tables are
provided to describe operational features that are unique
to specific models.

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CONTENTS
1. Introduction
1.1 Using This Manual.......................................... 1-3
1.2 Notation Conventions ...................................... 1-4
1.3 Related Documentation.................................... 1-5
1.4 If You Need Help............................................ 1-5
1.4.1 RMA Request......................................... 1-5
2. Overview
2.1 Audio Metering............................................... 2-1
2.2 MSD100 Applications....................................... 2-2
2.3 Physical Overview........................................... 2-3
2.4 Audio Inputs .................................................. 2-3
2.5 Power Supply................................................. 2-4
2.6 Codec Circuit................................................. 2-5
2.7 Decoder........................................................ 2-6
2.8 DSP Microcomputer ........................................ 2-6
2.9 EPROM (Program Storage Media)...................... 2-6
2.10 LCD Display................................................. 2-7
2.11 Model Comparison Summary ........................... 2-7
3. Installation
3.1 Mounting....................................................... 3-1
3.1.1. Mounting for Horizontal and Vertical
Adjustment ................................................... 3-1
3.1.2 Mounting for Horizontal Adjustment Only ..... 3-2
3.2 Audio Connections .......................................... 3-2
3.3 Power Connections ......................................... 3-4

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4. Operation
4.1 Main Display and Control Keys.......................... 4-1
4.1.1. Initial Display at Power Up........................ 4-2
4.1.2 Function Keys......................................... 4-3
4.1.3 Additional Information Displayed on
Digital Models ......................................... 4-3
4.2 Phase Correlation Meter................................... 4-4
4.3 Audio Vector Oscilloscope................................ 4-3
4.4 Peak Programme Meter (PPM) .......................... 4-5
4.4.1 International PPM Scales Supported............ 4-6
4.5 Level Meters.................................................. 4-7
4.6 Adjusting Input Gain (20 dB)............................. 4-7
4.7 Using the Utilities Menu ................................... 4-8
4.7.1 Adjusting Brightness ................................ 4-8
4.7.2 Adjusting Viewing Angle (Contrast).............. 4-9
4.7.3 Selecting Inverted Display ........................4-10
4.8 Selecting PPM Options ...................................4-10
4.8.1 Selecting Preferred PPM Scale..................4-10
4.8.2 Selecting the PPM Reference Level............4-11
4.8.3 Using the LED Overload Indicators.............4-11
4.8.4 Using the PPM Peak Hold Function............4-12
4.8.5 Using the PPM FAST Mode ......................4-13
4.9 Changing Default Settings ...............................4-14
4.10 Bitstream Status Display................................4-15
4.10.1 AES/EBU Decoding Mode.......................4-15
4.10.2 Consumer Decoding Mode......................4-16
4.10.3 Displaying Channel Information................4-16
4.11 Spectrum Analysers......................................4-17
4.11.1 FFT Spectrum Analyser..........................4-17
4.11.2 1/3-Octave Spectrum Analyser.................4-17

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Appendix A. Specifications
A.1 Power Supply................................................A-1
A.2 Cabinet Dimensions .......................................A-2
A.3 Level Meter...................................................A-2
A.4 Phase Correlation Meter ..................................A-2
A.5 Audio Vector Oscilloscope................................A-3
A.6 LCD Display..................................................A-3
Glossary
Terms, Abbreviations, Acronyms...................Glossary-1
Product Registration Form
Registration Card...................................Registration-1
Index
Index ...........................................................Index-1
List of Tables
Table 2-1 MSD Rear Panel Connections ................... 2-3
Table 2-2 MSD Compasrison Summary..................... 2-7
Table 3-1 MSD Series Audio Connections ................. 3-3
Table 3-2 MSD Supply Voltage Specifications............ 3-5
Table 4-1 Ideal Stereo and Mono Signals.................. 4-4
Table 4-2 Available Scales..................................... 4-6
Table 4-3 Data Information for AES/EBU Mode..........4-15

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1 MSD Master Stereo Display ..................... 1-1
Figure 2-1 MSD100 Dimensions .............................. 2-3
Figure 2-2 RCA and XLR Connectors ....................... 2-4
Figure 2-3 Rear-Panel Power Connection.................. 2-4
Figure 3-1 MSD100 Mounted in Bracket.................... 3-2
Figure 3-2 Female XLR Connections MSD100T.......... 3-4
Figure 3-3 DC Power Socket .................................. 3-4
Figure 4-1 MSD Main Display .................................4-1
Figure 4-2 MSD100AES/SA w/Sampling Frequency..... 4-3
Figure 4-3 MSD100 Displays for Signal Conditions...... 4-5
Figure 4-4 Available PPM Scales ............................ 4-7
Figure 4-5 Set Brightness/ INV Menu ....................... 4-8
Figure 4-6 Set Viewing Angle Menu......................... 4-9
Figure 4-7 FFT Spectrum Analyser .........................4-18

1. INTRODUCTION
This section provides a description of the MSD100 Series,
lists related documentation and notation conventions, and
provides product support contact information.
The DK-Audio MSD100 Master Stereo Display Series
models are universally recognized professional audio
metering system for broadcast and studio applications.
The MSD100 Series supplements the human ear by
providing a visual representation of audio level, phase,
stereo imaging and more. The entry-level MSD100 is
shown in Figure 1-1.
FIGURE 1-1. MSD100 MASTER STEREO DISPLAY

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The MSD Series models covered in this manual are:
•MSD100 •MSD150C
•MSD100AES •MSD100AES-SA
•MSD100T •MSD100T-SA
Note: This manual covers all MSD100 Series
models listed above. The main text refers to
the MSD100 but applies to all models. Special
notes are provided to describe operational
features that are unique to specific models.
The MSD100 Series models deliver monitoring
capabilities beyond traditional instruments such as bar
graphs, LEDs and oscilloscopes.
All MSD100 Series units provide the following basic
functions:
•Phase Meter
•Audio Vector Oscilloscope
•Level Meter with selectable PPM/VU scales
•Selectable reference level
•LED overload Indicator
•Peak Hold
The MSD100T/SA adds the following features:
•Spectrum Analyser
•Transformer balanced audio inputs with XLRs
The MSD100AES/SA adds the following features:
•Spectrum Analyser
•Digital Data Readout

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1.1 USING THIS MANUAL
This manual contains information and instructions
necessary to install, configure and operate the MSD100,
MSD100AES, MSD100AES-SA, MSD100T, MSD100T-SA
and MSD150C. It provides step-by-step instructions you
must perform to install and operate your MSD100 Series
model successfully. This manual contains the following
information:
Section 1 Introduction. Includes a brief description of the
MSD100 Series, lists related documentation,
provides product support contact information.
Section 2 Overview. Describes the MSD100 functions,
hardware components, physical enclosure, and
connectors.
Section 3 Installation. Provides instructions on how to
install the unit and connect audio and power
cables.
Section 4 Setup and Operation. Provides instructions on
how to operate the MSD and use the main
display, control keys, phase correlation meter,
audio vector oscilloscope, and peak programme
meter. It describes how to interpret displayed
data, adjust PPM peak hold meters, input gain,
utilities, brightness, and viewing angle.
Section 5 Digital AES/EBU Versions. Describes the
operation of the bitstream status display on the
digital audio MSD100AES and MSD100AES-SA
models.
Section 6 Spectrum Analyser Versions. Describes the
operation of the FFT-Spectrum Analyser of the
MSD100T-SA and MSD100AES-SA models.
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