Peavey D Series User manual

D Series Hardware Manual
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Copyright notice
The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Peavey Electronics is not liable for
improper installation or configuration. The information contained herein is intended only as an aid to qualified
personnel in the design, installation and maintenance of engineered audio systems. The installing contractor or end
user is ultimately responsible for the successful implementation of these systems.
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Scope
This guide describes how to install a D1V or D4S device and how to connect the device to a NION or Digitool series.

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Contents
Chapter 1 Important safety instructions................................................................1
Safety warnings........................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 Before you start .....................................................................................5
Warranty Registration...............................................................................................................................6
Important network considerations ............................................................................................................6
What you will need ...................................................................................................................................6
What's in the box?....................................................................................................................................6
Thank You! ...............................................................................................................................................6
Chapter 3 Introduction to the D series ..................................................................7
Description................................................................................................................................................8
Features....................................................................................................................................................8
Applications ..............................................................................................................................................9
D1V front and rear panel..........................................................................................................................9
D4S front and rear panel........................................................................................................................10
Chapter 4 Installing and configuring the D series .............................................13
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................14
Connecting up a D series panel .............................................................................................................15
Setting the device ID for a panel ............................................................................................................17
Setting end of line (EOL) terminations ...................................................................................................24
Specifying switch or trigger mode for buttons (D4S only) ......................................................................25
Warranty statement.................................................................................................27

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Safety warnings.................................................................................................2
Chapter 1
Important safety instructions

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Safety warnings
Warning: When using electrical products, basic cautions should always be followed,
including the following:
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. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding plug. The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories provided by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required 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. Never break off the ground pin. Write for our free booklet Shock Hazard and Grounding.
Connect only to a power supply of the type marked on the unit adjacent to the power
supply cord.
16. If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack, rear support should be provided.
17. Control panel devices, including the xControl range, D series and nTouch 60, are designed
for mounting in NEMA metal enclosures. Grounding to the front plate is required.
18. Note for UK only: If the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this unit do not
correspond with the terminals in your plug‚ proceed as follows:
a) The wire that is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal that is
marked by the letter E‚ the earth symbol‚
b) colored green or colored green and yellow.
c) The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the
letter N or the color black.

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d) The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked with
the letter L or the color red.
19. This electrical apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and care should be
taken not to place objects containing liquids, such as vases, upon the apparatus.
20. The on/off switch in this unit does not break both sides of the primary mains. Hazardous
energy can be present inside the chassis when the on/off switch is in the off position. The
mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
21. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss. Individuals
vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will
lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient time. The U.S.
Government’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the
following permissible noise level exposures:
Duration Per Day in Hours
Sound Level dBA, Slow
Response
8
90
6
92
4
95
3
97
2
100
1½
102
1
105
½
110
¼ or less
115
According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in
some hearing loss. Ear plugs or protectors to the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when
operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss, if exposure is
in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to
high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable
of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be protected by
hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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Warranty Registration.......................................................................................6
Important network considerations.....................................................................6
What you will need...........................................................................................6
What's in the box?.............................................................................................6
Thank You!.......................................................................................................6
Chapter 2
Before you start

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Warranty Registration
Please take afew minutes and fill out the warranty registration card. Although your warrantyis
valid without the registration, the information you provide with the form is crucial to our
support group. It enables us to provide better service and customer support, and to keep you
informed of new product updates.
Tip: Refer to the warranty statement at the rear of this manual for details of what your
warranty includes and what the limitations are.
Important network considerations
This product uses a proprietary protocol on an RS-485 multi-drop network. It should not be
connected to other networks. The devices on this RS-485 network should be connected in a
single daisy chain string. Star network connections are not recommended. Each device has two
RJ-45, loop through connectors, to facilitate proper network configuration.
Each D series device draws approximately 16mA. If you are using a NION, the RS-485
network will support a maximum of 32 devices. However, if you are using a Digitool MX16,
MX32 or LIVE, a maximum of 15 devices may be used.
What you will need
A screwdriver to fit 6-32 mounting screws.
What's in the box?
In the box you will find:
D4S or D1V flush-mount panel
Black Phillips head countersunk 6-32 mounting screws (2)
User manual (this manual).
If any of these items is missing, please contact your Authorized Peavey contractor/dealer.
Thank You!
Thank you for purchasing this Peavey product. It is designed to provide years of trouble-free
operation and high quality performance. We are confident that you will find this product and
other Peavey products to be of the highest quality.

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Description........................................................................................................8
Features.............................................................................................................8
Applications......................................................................................................9
D1V front and rear panel ..................................................................................9
D4S front and rear panel...................................................................................10
Chapter 3
Introduction to the D series

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Description
The D series comprises two individual control units.
D4S
This is a one-gang unit with four
programmable buttons and status LEDs.
D1V
This is a one-gang unit with four
programmable virtual rotary controls and
status LEDs.
Features
Standard decorator wall plate
Assignable controls
LED control status indicators
Label space for customization
RS-485 network connectivity
Easy wiring & installation
Flexible
Addressable
Tracking rotary control locations
Software upgradeable
Integral EOL Terminators
Low power requirements
Power supplied via RS-485 connection
Cost effective.

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Applications
Conference Rooms
Meeting Rooms
Combinable Ballrooms
Paging Systems
Entertainment Systems
Theater BOH (Back of House)
Bars & Restaurants
Schools
Medical Facilities
Institutional Facilities
Municipal Facilities
Courtrooms
Lecture Halls
Presentation Rooms.
D1V front and rear panel
1. Device selection LED Single-color green LED illuminates to indicate which of the four
devices wired to the NWare D1V device is active.
2. Knob position LED Single-color green LED array indicates current position of rotary
knob.
3. Label Space Use this area to fix a label identifying the selection that has been made. For
example, the knob could switch between audio sources for background music: CD player
1 and 2.

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4. Knob Rotary encoder with integral push-switch. Turning the knob adjusts the level of the
wired control. The level is indicated by lit LEDs around the knob. Pushing the knob selects
a device wired to the NWare D series device.
Note: If the LEDs start flashing, this means no NWare D series device in the NWare
project has been assigned the device ID set on the physical device.
5. Mounting Bracket Single-gang (1G) mounting bracket for installation into standard
NEMA 1G switch box.
6. DIP Switch Eight individual switches that assign button mode (switch 1), device ID
(switches 3-7) and EOL termination function (switch 8). Switch 2 is reserved.
7. RJ-45 Connectors Dual RJ-45 connectors for installation into D Series RS-485 network.
These connectors are wired in parallel and include data and power supply connections.
The recommended cable is UTP Category 5 (CAT5) or better.
D4S front and rear panel
1. Label Space Use this area to fix a label identifying the selection that has been made. For
example, the knob could switch between audio sources for background music: CD player
1 and 2.
2. Device selection LED Single-color green LED illuminates to indicate which of the four
devices wired to the NWare D1V device is active.
3. Device selection switch Momentary push button. Pushing the switch selects a device
wired to the NWare D series device. The button operating mode (switch or trigger mode)
is controlled by DIP switches.
Switch mode
In switch mode, each button is independent and does not function as
part of a mutually exclusive group. Each button sends alternate on and
off commands with each button press. The LED indicates the on/off
status for each button separately. This feature is used primarily to turn

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on specific audio functions, such as a mute, or in conjunction with level
controls, switches and simple audio routing.
Trigger mode
In trigger mode, each button transmits a momentary signal when
pressed. This signal is a one-shot command that the software recognizes
as a trigger. A trigger has no on or off state, it is simply a momentary
logic signal. When a trigger has been activated, the button LED will
illuminate and stay illuminated until another trigger in the same group is
activated. The buttons work in the same way as radio buttons in a
software application. They can be used as preset selectors in all
products, and additionally, as a router (source select) control, in some
products. Refer to the product manuals for more information.
Note: If the LEDs start flashing, this means no NWare D series device in the NWare project
has been assigned the device ID set on the physical device.
4. Mounting Bracket Single-gang (1G) mounting bracket for installation into standard
NEMA 1G switch box.
5. DIP Switch Eight individual switches that assign button mode (switch 1), device ID
(switches 3-7) and EOL termination function (switch 8). Switch 2 is reserved.
6. RJ-45 Connectors Dual RJ-45 connectors for installation into D Series RS-485 network.
These connectors are wired in parallel and include data and power supply connections.
The recommended cable is UTP Category 5 (CAT5) or better.

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Introduction.......................................................................................................14
Connecting up a D series panel.........................................................................15
Setting the device ID for a panel.......................................................................17
Setting end of line (EOL) terminations.............................................................24
Specifying switch or trigger mode for buttons (D4S only)...............................25
Chapter 4
Installing and configuring the D
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Introduction
D Series panels are designed to mount in standard NEMA electrical enclosures. This includes
boxes designed for fixed installation into sheet rock, wood or masonry construction. All
cabling and terminations should be installed into conduit, securely coupled to the mounting
box and system ground plane.
Note: NEMA encloses are not shipped with D series panels. They must be bought separately.
For a proper finish, use only decorator wall plates to match the box gang size.

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Connecting up a D series panel
D series control panels require a separate wiring infrastructure that includes RS-485 data and
low voltage power in a bus or daisy chain topology. For best performance and reliability, only
Category 5 (CAT5) cable or better should be used for D Series networks. Cable runs exceeding
2000 feet are possible using CAT5 cable, proper conduit and terminations.
In some cases, especially when extremely long cable runs are present, it may be necessary to
terminate the end of the data line (EOL). In adverse conditions, both ends of the data line may
require EOL termination. If this is the case, you can terminate the far end of the network by
enabling an additional EOL termination at the last panel in the chain using the DIP switch (see
End of line (EOL) terminations (on page 24)).
The diagram below shows a typical set up using a NION and two D series panels. Power is
supplied via the NION RS-485/422 port. A maximum of 31 D series units can be daisy chained
to the NION in this type of configuration.

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The diagram below shows a typical set up using a Digitool MX32 and two D series panels.
Power is supplied via the Digitool RS-485 serial port. Without an external power source, a
maximum of 15 D series units can be daisy chained to the Digitool in this type of
configuration. With a power source available, the maximum increases to 31.
D Series cable pin outs
When using a Digitool MX, the cable is fitted with a CAT5 (T568B) connector at both ends.
However, when the NION is used, a serial D connector is used at the NION end, with a CAT5
(T568B) connector at the other end. For both the NION and Digitool, units that are daisy
chained to the first D series unit use a cable with a CAT5 connector at both ends.