Page 2 - DS33 DIGITAL SNAKE; DIGIT; ATTENTION; Important Safety Instructions; WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire or; CAUTION AVIS
DS33 DIGITAL SNAKE D S3 23 2 DIGIT AL SNAKE 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 dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufa...
Page 3 - Owner’s Manual; Owner’; Table of Contents
Part No. SW0352 Rev. B 06/07 ©2007 LOUD Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved. 3 Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual R Don’t forget to visit our website at www.mackie.com for more information about this and other Mackie products. Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ........................ 2I...
Page 4 - Introduction; Features; HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL; Getting Started; Connections; Please write your serial number here for future
DS33 DIGITAL SNAKE D S3 23 2 DIGIT AL SNAKE Introduction Thank you for choosing the Mackie DS3232 Digital Snake to expand the mixing capabilities of your digital mixer. The DS3232 provides 32 balanced inputs and 32 balanced outputs, all easily accessible in a six rack space box. The 32 mic preamps i...
Page 5 - Setup; Configure Menu
Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual 3. Turn on the mixing console. 4. Plug in the detachable linecord, connect it to an AC outlet, and turn on the DS3232 POWER switch [6]. The POWER LED lights up and the COMM LED should also light, indicating that communication has been established between the console an...
Page 6 - Options
DS33 DIGITAL SNAKE D S3 23 2 DIGIT AL SNAKE Options When the DS3232 is connected, there are some options that become available from the mixing console for the DS3232. Gain: The gain of the mic preamps in the DS3232 are controlled from the mixing console. For the TT24, the console V-Pot TRIM controls...
Page 7 - Front Panel; Network Connection
Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual DS3232 Features Front Panel All the connection points (other than the power cord) are located on the front panel for easy accessibility when rack mounted. 1. Network Connection This RJ45 connector transfers the digital audio and control data between the DS3232 and the ...
Page 8 - Rear Panel
DS33 DIGITAL SNAKE D S3 23 2 DIGIT AL SNAKE . RETURNS 1-3 These are male XLR connectors that provide balanced line-level signals. The XLR outputs are wired as follows: Pin 1 = Shield or ground Pin 2 = Positive (+ or hot) Pin 3 = Negative (– or cold) Like the inputs, the routing for the 32 returns on...
Page 9 - Appendix A: Service Information; No Input; Warranty Service; No Power; No COMM Indication
Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual Appendix A: Service Information • Try putting the U100 card in another slot (be sure to turn everything off before removing and replac-ing the card). • Is the fan running and unobstructed so it can circulate air through the DS3232? If the DS3232 feels hot to the touch,...
Page 10 - technical support representatives (Monday through Friday,; Repair; BIG PRINT
10 DS33 DIGITAL SNAKE D S3 23 2 DIGIT AL SNAKE Need Help? • Visit www.mackie.com and click Support to find: FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), manuals, addendums, and user forums. • Email us at: [email protected].• Telephone 1-00--311 to speak with one of our splendid technical support representat...
Page 11 - Appendix B: Technical Info
11 Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual Appendix B: Technical Info DS3232 Specifications Frequency Response Mic Input to Digital Output (@ 96 kHz SR) +0, –0.1 dB, 20 Hz to 24 kHz Distortion (THD) Mic Input to Digital Output (@ 96 kHz SR) THD: < 0.003%, –10 dBu input, mic pre gain at –3 dB FS output Dyn...
Page 12 - TT24 ADAT Outputs; Snake Bank Assignment
1 DS33 DIGITAL SNAKE D S3 23 2 DIGIT AL SNAKE DS3232 Block Diagram ADC DAC To Ethernet Connector From Ethernet Connector 2 3 1 48V Phantom Power Mic/Line Inputs(1 of 32) BalancedLine-Level Returns(1 of 32) INPUT RETURN Gain + - + - Line (PAD) Mic Control Signal Mic: +15 to +70 dB Line (PAD): –8 to +...
Page 13 - Input and Output Wiring
13 Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual Input and Output Wiring Use a high-quality 3-conductor shielded cable to connect the signal to and from the balanced inputs and outputs on the DS3232. If you’re making an unbalanced connection, use a high-quality 2-conductor shielded cable. Your Mackie Dealer can re...
Page 14 - Hookup Diagram
1 DS33 DIGITAL SNAKE D S3 23 2 DIGIT AL SNAKE MONITOR SENDS MAINS OUT LINE INPUTS OUT OUT IN IN OUT IN A B C A B C A ES /E B U MIDI ADA T DIGIT AL I/ O USB PO W ER CD/T APE A CD/T APE B TA LKBACK 1 LINE INSER T MONO AUX 1 RIGHT AUX 2 LEFT AUX 3 1 AUX 4 2 AUX 5 3 AUX 6 4 AUX 7 5 AUX 8 6 AUX 9 7 8 AUX...
Page 15 - Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place.
1 Owner’s Manual Owner’ s Manual A. LOUD Technologies Inc. warrants all materials, workmanship and proper operation of this product for a period of one year from the original date of purchase. If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship or if the product fails to function properly durin...