DS100 Processing Engine

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DS100 signal engine front view
DS100 signal engine isometric view
DS100 signal engine rear view
Software license management interface displaying DS100 serial number, license status, and options to download or upload license files.

DS100 Processing Engine

Network-driven and Dante-enabled DSP platform

  • DSP platform for d&b Soundscape
  • Audio matrix with scalable I/O options and Level and Delay at every crosspoint
  • En-Scene software included
  • Dante I/O
  • Latency (Dante In to Dante Out): < 1.4 ms @ 48 kHz / < 1.6 ms @ 96 kHz

Article number: Z4100

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Product description

DS110 is the upgraded Soundscape processing engine built to succeed the DS100.

The DS100 Processing Engine is the hardware, a network-controlled and Dante-enabled DSP platform that provides comprehensive signal management within the familiar d&b Workflow.

The DS100 Processing Engine comprises an audio matrix with scalable I/O options:

SizeInputsOutputs
Small (S)6424
Large (L)6464
Extra-large (XL)12864
Software license management interface displaying DS100 serial number, license status, and options to download or upload license files.

The DS100 Processing Engine is integrated in the operating concept of the d&b R1 Remote control software. This also includes grouping of parameters in remote views and storing of scenes in snapshots.

Advanced features within ArrayCalc and R1 simplify the integration of these matrix functions into d&b loudspeaker configurations. From configuring the DS10 Network bridge to preparing an output Dante patch for connecting the speakers. In addition, all functions of the matrix can be controlled via OSC, i. e. they can be remote controlled and automated via this standardized open source protocol for complex applications.

d&b En-Scene.

d&b En-Scene is the Soundscape software module for object-based signal management. This extends the basic matrix function of the DS100 with an object-based positioning tool for every input. In addition to the possibility of independent positioning and moving up to 128 sound objects, an algorithm-based control of up to 64 loudspeakers is provided, based on the loudspeaker positions and their assignment to function groups. Each loudspeaker position needs one matrix output. Loudspeaker positions used for En-Scene can be used with the static matrix at the same time. All this can be configured and controlled via ArrayCalc and R1 within the d&b Workflow.

En-Scene also can be controlled via OSC. This enables the integration of object-based positioning via appropriate plug-ins into audio software and show controls or directly into mixing consoles. Users can freely choose which of the input channels of the DS100 should work object-based and which are used for static matrix functions. Both modes of operation can be used simultaneously within a DS100.

d&b En-Space.

d&b En-Space is the Soundscape software module to enhance or build an acoustic environment, either indoor or outdoor, based on convolution of the audio signals on a large number of impulse responses captured in acoustically renowned performance spaces ranging from chamber recital to large concert halls.

En-Space applies the unique technology of boundary plane emulation. The room response uses a set of 144 boundary plane responses for 64 positions distributed along the circumference and stage lip of the venue. The sampled responses are taken from boundary measurements at the walls, which is exactly the location from where the En-Space loudspeaker sources will later reproduce them.

En-Space is an in-line technology, meaning to generate or expand the acoustic environment it does not use microphone feedback loops. It can be set up and operated quickly, making access to some of the world's most renowned performance spaces a reality for mobile or installation situations.

d&b En-Bridge.

En-Bridge is standalone software available for Windows and MacOS that streamlines the interoperability between the DS100 Processing Engine and leading third party systems.

En-Bridge allows BlackTrax tracking systems to be used for automatic object positioning on a Soundscape system by translating the BlackTrax RTTrPM protocol into DS100 OSC commands, providing additional mapping functionality.

En-Bridge can also be used to deliver a consistent workflow for Soundscape console control with DiGiCo and SSL consoles, including support for bi-directional communication. The OSC bridging functionality can also be used for generic OSC controllers, allowing any connected controllers to communicate with two DS100s for third party integration and remote control to be used in redundant DS100 setups for Soundscape.

Digital Signal Processing
Input processing
8-Band PEQ with high/low shelf
Gain -120 to +24 dB
Delay up to 500 ms
Polarity 0° / 180°
Mute On/Off
Matrix processing
Level+Delay Matrix on each I/O crosspoint
Gain -120 to +10 dB
Delay On/Off up to 500 ms
Mute On/Off
Output processing
16-Band PEQ with high/low shelf
Gain -120 to +10 dB
Delay up to 500 ms
Mute On/Off
I/O size (64/24) – DS100 S
DIGITAL IN: 64 Dante, AES67
Sampling: 48 / 96 kHz
DIGITAL OUT: 24 Dante, AES67
Sampling: 48 / 96 kHz
I/O size (64/64) – DS100 L
DIGITAL IN: 64 Dante, AES67
Sampling: 48 / 96 kHz
DIGITAL OUT: 64 Dante, AES67
Sampling: 48 / 96 kHz
I/O size (128/64) – DS100 XL1
DIGITAL IN: 128 Dante, AES67
Sampling: 48 kHz
DIGITAL OUT: 64 Dante, AES67
Sampling: 48 kHz
Latency
< 1.4 ms @ 48 kHz
< 1.6 ms @ 96 kHz
Controls and indicators
Power
Push-button switch with integrated ring-LED indicator
Operating conditions
Storage temperature
–20 °C to 70 °C
–4 °F to 158 °F
Temperature range
0°C to 50°C
32°F to 122°F
Connectors
Ethernet
1 x RJ45
LAN 100/1000 Mbps
OCA/AES70, OSC
Network
Dante audio network
2 x RJ45 for Dante primary / secondary
Power supply
Mains connector
IEC type socket
Rated mains voltage
100 to 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz
Dimensions / weight
Weight (kg/lb)
11.2 kg / 24.7 lb
Dimensions (h x w x d)
3 RU x 483 mm x 481 mm
3 RU x 19" x 18.93"

1 Support for 128 inputs is only possible at a sample rate of 48kHz. To change the sample rate of the DS100, navigate to the Info tab from within the R1 Remote control software under Tuning > Devices. Changing the sample rate to 96kHz will reboot the DS100 at a 64x64 I/O configuration. To return to a 128x64 I/O configuration, set the sample rate of the DS100 back to 48kHz.

Title
Category
File type
Size
Language
Release
 
2D DWG CAD package 1.4
2D CAD drawings
ZIP
388 MB
25.02.2025
2D DWG CAD package Release notes 1.4
2D CAD drawings
PDF
626 KB
English
25.02.2025
3D DWG CAD package release notes 1.5
3D CAD drawings
PDF
346 KB
English
07.05.2026
3D DWG CAD package 1.5
3D CAD drawings
ZIP
252 MB
07.05.2026
d&b Soundscape System brochure
Brochures
PDF
9.27 MB
English
22.01.2026
d&b Soundscape Introductory brochure
Brochures
PDF
1.54 MB
English
17.07.2019
Certificate EN62368 - DS100
Certificates
PDF
314 KB
English
21.03.2021
Certificate EN60065 - DS100
Certificates
PDF
140 KB
English
21.03.2021
Certificate UL60950 - DS100
Certificates
PDF
111 KB
English
21.03.2021
d&b Soundscape reference list.
d&b Soundscape
PDF
1.18 MB
English
13.05.2025
DS100 Datasheet 1.3
Datasheets
PDF
0.98 MB
English
07.08.2025
EU Declaration of Conformity (CE) DS100
Declarations of conformity
PDF
295 KB
English
09.03.2021
NEW
DS100 Firmware Release notes 3.02.05
Firmware
PDF
236 KB
English
20.10.2026
DBAUDIO-MIB
Firmware
ZIP
1.88 KB
n/a
24.08.2022
DS100 Dante Firmware Update (DNT) 4.0.7.2
Firmware
DNT
4.56 MB
n/a
16.07.2018
DS100 Dante Firmware Update 4.0.7.2
Firmware
ZIP
2.99 MB
n/a
16.07.2018
DS100 Manuale d'uso 1.10 it
Manuals
PDF
3.16 MB
Italiano
21.01.2026
DS100 Manual 1.10 en
Manuals
PDF
3.22 MB
English
16.01.2026
En-Bridge Software manual 1.4
Manuals
PDF
7.19 MB
English
18.11.2025
d&b DS100 Q-SYS Plug-In 1.0.0
Plug-ins
ZIP
195 KB
n/a
24.02.2021
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