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M-Audio Studiophile DSM1 Guide

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Inputs

M-Audio DSM1 speakers allow analog or digital 
inputs. Input type is selectable with the Input 
Select switch on the back panel of the speaker. 
Each input type has two available connectors. 

Analog Inputs 

The analog input signal is sam-

pled on input and processed digitally until it 
reaches the power amplifier stage. 

Available analog inputs include balanced XLR 
and 1/4-inch TRS connectors. These analog in-
puts are summed so that both input connectors 
may be used at the same time.

Digital Inputs 

The digital inputs automatically 

detect the sample rate and bit depth of the in-
put, and accept up to 192kHz/24-bit signals. 

Available digital inputs include AES/EBU and 
S/PDIF connectors. Only one digital connector 
may be used at a time.

Enclosure

DSM1 speakers feature a high-efficiency, rein-
forced medium-density fiberboard enclosure. 

Custom Waveguides 

The front panel waveguides 

are designed to maintain accurate frequency re-
sponse and stereo imaging. 

Bass Reflex Port 

A dual-flange bass reflex port 

provides enhanced low frequency response and 
clarity, while minimizing extraneous noise and 
vibration. 

Drivers

LF Driver 

DSM1 speakers have a 6.5-inch LF 

driver with a steel frame and single-piece anod-
ized aluminum diaphragm. 

HF Driver 

DSM1 speakers have a 1-inch HF driver 

with a soft-dome ferro-fluid cooled design that 
ensures smooth, accurate reproduction of high-
frequency details.

Digital Signal Processing

DSM1 speakers employ 36-bit digital signal pro-
cessing for control of crossover, EQ, and chan-
nel assignment settings. 

Crossover 

The crossover function is handled by 

a digital processor that ensures flat, distortion-
free integration of the LF and HF drivers. 

EQ and Placement Settings 

Six filters allow for 

customization of speaker response to a variety of 
sonic conditions and speaker orientations in 
your studio.

Digital Channel Assignment 

When working with 

digital input, this switch is used to select the 
channel to be monitored in the speaker. 

Volume Trim 

The Volume Trim control adjusts 

level of the input signal in the digital domain. 

Summary of Contents for DSM1

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Page 3: ...he appliance should be cleaned only with dry cloth 11 POWER SOURCES The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the app...

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Page 5: ...ctors and Controls 3 Front Panel 6 Chapter 3 Setup and Operation 7 Getting Started 7 Setting Up the Speakers 7 Configuring and Connecting AC Power 9 Power Up and Power Down 10 Connecting Audio 10 Conf...

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Page 7: ...olation pads M Audio Registration Information Card Features DSM1 speakers have the following features Self powered bi amplified operation Selectable analog and digital inputs Custom tuned enclosures A...

Page 8: ...curate frequency re sponse and stereo imaging Bass Reflex Port A dual flange bass reflex port provides enhanced low frequency response and clarity while minimizing extraneous noise and vibration Drive...

Page 9: ...Back Panel Connectors and Controls Figure 1 Back panel of the DSM1 Analog Input XLR Analog Input TRS Analog Input Sensitivity Digital Input S PDIF Digital Thru S PDIF Digital Input AES EBU Bass Reflex...

Page 10: ...le when the digital source is powered off When the clock signal is restored the speaker wakes up from standby mode Analog Inputs The DSM1 speaker provides an XLR analog in put connector and a balanced...

Page 11: ...in the digital domain Trim values range from 22 dB to 10 dB EQ Settings The DSM1 speaker has a series of 12 switches for setting the following EQ controls High Frequency Shelf Sets an adjustable high...

Page 12: ...e front of the DSM1 speaker indicates the following states Front panel of the DSM1 Front Panel LED States LED State Indication Blue Analog Input Digital Input Lock Yellow Digital Input No Lock Blue fl...

Page 13: ...e back of each speaker Reusing the Speaker Packaging Retain your packaging for future use The car tons are durable and reusable and can be used to safely transport your speakers Setting Up the Speaker...

Page 14: ...rs are ap proximately the same height as your ears in the mixing position Place speaker pairs the same distance from the two sides of the room Place speakers so that the backs of the speak ers are a m...

Page 15: ...use 1 Turn off power to the speaker and disconnect the AC power cord 2 Use a small screwdriver to remove the fuse holder 3 Remove the currently installed fuse 4 Install the new fuse in the fuse holder...

Page 16: ...mute or power off your speaker system first before powering off other devices in your studio Connecting Audio This section explains how to make analog and digital audio connections to DSM1 speakers C...

Page 17: ...are us ing a digital source you can connect it to either the AES Digital In or the S PDIF In of one of the DSM1 speakers It does not matter which speaker is connected to the source The Digital Thru S...

Page 18: ...Configuring Speaker Settings Volume Trim Settings The Volume Trim control lets you match the in put sensitivity of speaker to the source If you are monitoring an analog input make sure you have set th...

Page 19: ...he HF Shelf EQ Set switches 1 and 2 to the positions shown below to activate the corresponding EQ levels Setting the Mid Range EQ The Mid Range EQ lets you compensate for mid range resonance or dampin...

Page 20: ...ildup To adjust the LF Shelf EQ Set switches 5 and 6 to the positions shown below to activate the corresponding EQ levels Setting the High Pass Filter The High Pass Filter lets you adjust the bass rol...

Page 21: ...g Overdriving the units for prolonged periods or not observing the warnings set out in this guide may result in failure If distortion occurs reduce the input level im mediately Both the HF and LF driv...

Page 22: ...to cool When cool turn the unit on and check for normal op eration If necessary relocate the unit to ensure adequate ventilation If the thermal shutdown activates a second time contact M Audio custome...

Page 23: ...oise input with Trim level set to 0 dB yields 90 dB 1m LF power amplifier 100 W 1 THD into 6 Ohms HF power amplifier 80 W 0 5 THD into 6 Ohms THD N 0 05 10 W into 6 Ohms Soft Limit feature Independent...

Page 24: ...SM1 Guide 18 Reference Diagrams HF Shelf EQ levels dBV 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 20 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 20K 40K 1 2 3 4 5 6 Hz 10 Mid Range EQ levels dBV 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 20 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 20K 4...

Page 25: ...A Specifications 19 LF Shelf levels dBV 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 20 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 20K 40K 1 2 3 4 5 6 Hz 10 High Pass Filter levels dBV 10 15 20 25 30 35 20 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 20K 40K 5 0...

Page 26: ...le DSM1 Guide 20 Desktop EQ 220 Hz levels dBV 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 20 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 20K 40K 1 2 3 4 5 6 Hz 10 Desktop EQ 175 Hz levels dBV 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 20 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 20K 40K 1...

Page 27: ...Appendix A Specifications 21 Desktop EQ 200 Hz levels dBV 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 20 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 20K 40K 1 2 3 4 5 6 Hz 10...

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