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Dan Dugan Sound Design
Model E Automatic Mixing Controller
User Guide
Release Date: July 2007
Version: 1.0
Part Number: EM
Author: Rob Wenig
Important Safety Instructions and Warnings
The Model E’s circuitry is made in the USA and meets applicable national safety standards.
Standards Compliance
The third-party power supply provided with this product has been certified to comply
with UL.
Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this ap-
paratus to rain or moisture.
7. Clean only with dry cloth.
8. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufac-
turer’s instructions.
9. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A po-
larized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
11. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
12. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14. WARNING! Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is re-
quired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
15. WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
No user serviceable parts inside.
Warranty Statement
Warranty: One year parts and labor
Dan Dugan Sound Design warrants that Model E hardware will be free from defects in
components and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of invoice. During
the warranty period, Dan Dugan Sound Design will cover the cost of all parts and labor
to remedy the defect, or replace products which prove to be defective. Dan Dugan
Sound Design is not obliged to honor this warranty if the hardware has failed to be
maintained and operated as specified by Dan Dugan Sound Design, in the accompany-
ing documentation, or other than in accordance with industry standards. Defects caused
by unauthorized modifications, misuse, negligence, act of God or accident are not
covered by this warranty. Software is provided as a convenience, but due to the wide
variety of computer systems, cannot be guaranteed to work. This Limited Warranty
is exclusive and no other warranty is expressed or implied. Dan Dugan Sound Design
does not warrant that Dan Dugan Sound Design software, or any third-party software,
is error free. Third party branded or manufactured goods are supplied by Dan Dugan
Sound Design with care but without responsibility and subject only to third party
suppliers’ warranties. In all other respects Dan Dugan Sound Design is not liable for
consequential damages.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction...................................................................................................7
1.1 Conventions...............................................................................................7
1.2 Introduction to the Model E ......................................................................7
1.3 Remote Control and Software...................................................................8
Chapter 2: Quickstart........................................................................................................9
Chapter 3: Installation....................................................................................................13
3.1 Bench Tests Before Installation...............................................................14
3.2 Audio Wiring...........................................................................................14
3.2.1 Analog I/O.................................................................................14
3.2.2 Digital I/O.................................................................................15
3.3 Setting Levels..........................................................................................16
3.3.1 Analog.......................................................................................16
3.3.2 Digital........................................................................................17
3.4 Power-up Commands ..............................................................................17
3.5 Linking ....................................................................................................19
Chapter 4: Operation.......................................................................................................21
4.1 How it Works ..........................................................................................21
4.2 Settings....................................................................................................22
4.3 Pre-fader Insert........................................................................................23
4.3.1 Muting Channels.......................................................................23
4.3.2 Pre-listening to Muted Channels...............................................24
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Chapter 5: Web Control Panel...................................................................................25
5.1 Software Installation................................................................................25
5.2 Operation.................................................................................................28
5.2.1 Auto Mix Weight......................................................................29
5.2.2 Logic Functions.........................................................................31
Chapter 6: ASCII Remote Control............................................................................33
6.1 Installation...............................................................................................33
6.2 ASCII Remote Control Commands.........................................................33
6.2.1 Introduction...............................................................................33
6.2.2 Commands ................................................................................34
Chapter 7: Firmware Updates....................................................................................43
Chapter 8: Specifications.............................................................................................45
Chapter 9: Connector Pinouts...................................................................................47
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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Conventions
We will use:
•activate to mean toggling on a button (LED lit).
•de-activate to mean toggling off a button (LED not lit).
•select to mean pressing a button repeatedly until the desired LED is lit.
1.2 Introduction to the Model E
The Model E Automatic Mixing Controller helps professional audio mixers handle
multiple live mics without having to continually ride their individual faders. This eight-
channelsignal processor patches into the input insert points ofan audio mixing console.
It detects which mics are being used and makes fast, transparent cross-fades, freeing the
mixer to focus on balance and sound quality instead of being chained to the faders. The
Model E’s voice-controlled crossfades track unscripted dialogue, eliminating cueing
mistakes and late fade-ups while avoiding the choppy and distracting effects common
to noise gates.
The Model E supports a broad spectrum of live mixing applications:
• Conference reinforcement, video trucks
• Houses of worship
• Film and television dialogue, reality shows
• Multiple wireless mics for theater
• Boardrooms, civic meeting rooms, community TV
• Teleconferencing and distance learning
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TheModel E has many other featuresthat dramatically improvethe performance of live
mixing with multiple mics:
• Eliminates late upcuts
• Reduces PA feedback and studio noise
• Analog or digital connection
• Internal Web server for remote control panel
• Half-rack size–mount two in one RU
• Link units for up to 64 mics
• Connects to mixer with TRS insert cables
1.3 Remote Control and Software
The Model E can be controlled three ways:
• front panel controls on the Model E
• Web Control Panel (see Chapter 5: Web Control Panel)
• ASCII commands via Ethernet (see Chapter 6: ASCII Remote Control)
There are four computer programs associated with the Model E. They are all stored in
flash memory in the device.
• A web page within your browser runs the Java applets (devlist.htmand dugane.htm)
that display the two panes of the real-time control panel. This web page (index.htm)
is provided on a disc with the unit, can be downloaded from our web site, or down-
loaded from the unit when you browse to its IP address.
• Operating firmware governs booting, switching, communications, and displays
• DSP firmware embodies the Dugan Speech System algorithm.
Any of these programs can be updated in the field. Subscribe to the Yahoo group dug-
anusers for news on updates. To install updates, see Chapter 7: Firmware Updates.
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Chapter 2: Quickstart
This section provides step-by-step instructions to help you get started quickly. It includes
information to connect and install the Model E, make initial settings, and link units.
Step 1 Connections
Connect the provided power supply to the Model E.
Set the NORM-SLAVE switch on the rear panel to NORM (up) for normal (not linked)
operation.
The Model E can be interfaced with:
• an analog mixing board;
• a digital mixing board using analog or digital connections;
Analog
The Model E is a line-level device normally patched into the insert jacks (send and re-
turn) for each mic input channel on the board. Check the insert jack wiring on your mix-
ing board. If they are 1/4-in TRS jacks (wired tip = send, ring = return), use TRS-TRS
insert cables to connect the Model E. Other configurations require special cables. The
Model E is wired as follows: tip = input, ring = output.
Figure 2-1 Analog connection
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Digital I/O
The Model E may be connected to a digital mixing board with ADAT connections that
transmit eight channels on each digital audio optical cable. Connect the console ADAT
output to the Model E LINK IN, and the Model E LINK OUT to the board’s ADAT
input. On the mixing board, insert the ADAT inputs and outputs on each mic channel,
post-fader.
Figure 2-2 Digital connection
Step 2 Power-up Commnads
The Model E can execute six commands during power-up. Each command is selected
by holding down a specific button during the entire power-up process. Power-up is
complete after the bypass LEDs light sequentially and extinguish. The three com-
mands shown below are the most common. See Power-up Commands on page 17 to
learn about the additional modes.
Reset Audio
Hold the channel 1 bypass button down to set all parameters to factory default settings,
clear label text, and set the I/O to analog. We recommend starting an installation in this
mode.
Digital I/O
Hold the channel 3 bypass button down to switch all I/O to the ADAT link connectors.
Linking is not possible and the analog connectors are inoperative.
Analog I/O
Hold the channel 3 mute button down to switch all I/O to theanalog connectors. Digital
connectors are available for linking.
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