a reliable workhorse for live applications
TV audio and studio applications

The Vision is the newest addition to D&R's collection of high quality consoles.

A progressive sound reinforcement/recording console and designed for the most discriminating live sound and studio engineers, the Vision can fit Into many different sound environments.

The D&R design team choose high quality components and manufacturing techniques for the Vision, such as socket mounted Analog Devices active components and ALPS pots and switches as well as glass epoxy printed circuit boards (plated on both sides where necessary).

The Vision is available in 3 frame sizes ranging from 19" rack mount (will hold 12 modules) up to a full 44 input version.

The Vision can be specified with the standard master module plus any combination of input and. group modules. In addition, a deluxe master module is available with extra features. Due to the many different requirements in live sound and recording applications, D&R designed several different types of modules.

As an added benefit, custom modules can be designed for specific needs.

An optional microprocessor MIDI Control Module is available which will allow the mute settings on all input/output modules to be MIDI controlled.

Full featured input modules.

The Deluxe input Module has a four band sweep able EQ, 8 buss routing, and 8 aux sends. An economical version with 3 band EQ, 4 buss routing, and 4 aux sends is considered to be Mono Standard module.

Deluxe and economical Standard Stereo modules are also available. All inputs are full balanced and all outputs are ground compensated balanced.

The deluxe modules have 6 segment LED bar graph meters next to the fader to allow visual monitoring of levels.

Dual function group module.

In each Dual Group Module two effects/tape monitor returns are standard.

Each return has access to two aux sends as well as level and pan controls.

The sub" switch allows the engineer to use the mixer in several different ways (for both sound reinforcement and recording). Like the input type modules, all inputs are balanced and outputs are ground compensated balanced.

The LED bar graph meters conform to international peak-reading standards.

A Deluxe Master Section with extra advantages and features is available. If the standard modules are ordered, a standard master section is sufficient, however, if deluxe modules are chosen, an add on master section that will accommodate the 8 aux send busses (from the de-luxe modules) is available.

This deluxe master section has aux masters 5 through 8, an oscillator section, extra stereo return, a talkback section, and a two high powered headphone outputs.

User definable jumper settings equal total control & flexibility.

Another feature showing the Vision's flexibility is its ability to interface with most equipment through its use of jumpers to "trim" input/output levels as well as jumpers throughout the aux send electronics.

A welded steel frame is built around the electronics (to withstand the rigors of touring) and provides the shielding required for "high definition" electronics. All connections are gold-plated locking IDC connectors insuring you of reliable trouble-free performances year after year.

The Vision is the culmination of 25 years of experience in mixing console design. Our reputation for exceptionally quiet and transparent sounding consoles is clearly reflected and our dedication to sonic integrity is unsurpassed.

SPECIFICATIONS:

INPUTS:

Mic input, balanced, RF suppressed, 2 kOhm. C.M.R.R. at 50 Hz, -70 dB.

Sensitivity: 80 dBu max for +4 dBu output. Noise mic: <-129.0 dBu, (A-weighted) 15O ohm.

Line inputs: bal. 10kOhm, -2OdB to +20dB.

Return inputs: +4 dBu bal./-1OdBv unbal.

GRP./Chan. inserts: 10 kOhm/47 Ohm unbal. OdBu.

Stereo machines:+4dBu, -1OdBv, unbalanced.

OUTPUTS:

Left/Right/Mono outputs, +4dBu bal / -10dBv bal.

Aux outputs, +4dBu balanced (ground compensated).

All other outputs: +4dBu / -10 dBv bal/ground comp.

Noise master fader down: -102dBr (A-weighted).

Noise 16 channels routed: -89dBr (A-weighted).

Noise 24 channels routed: -87dBr (A-weighted).

EQUALIZATION:

High pass filter, -3dB at  100Hz.

H.F. +A 16dB from 4kHz to 2OkHz, shelving.

L.F. +A 16dB from 20Hz to 500Hz, shelving.

H.M.F. +/-16 dB from 600Hz to 15kHz bell, Q 1.5.

L.M.F. +/-16 dB from 40Hz to 900 Hz bell, Q 1.5

OVERALL:

Nominal internal operating level OdBu (0.775 V).

Frequency response, any input to any output 20Hz - 2OkHz, -0.5dB. 10Hz - 100 kHz, -3dB.

Total harmonic distortion: Mic. in-dir. out: 1 kHz: 0.015%, 10kHz: 0.025%.

Maximum output: +26dBu into 600 Ohm bal, +22dBu unbalanced/ground compensated.

Maximum headroom: not less than +22dB anywhere in the console.

CROSS TALK:

Mic to line: > 100dB at 1kHz.

Channel mute: > 90dB at 1kHz.

Pan-pot isolation: > 75dB at 1kHz.

Channel routing: > 90dB at 1kHz.

Channel fader kill: > 95dB at 1kHz.

Aux send kill: > 90dB at 1kHz.

DIMENSIONS:

Vision 19': 483x573x212mm / 19"x22.6"x8.3".

Vision 38: 1320x768x232 mm / 52"x30.2"x9.1 ".

Vision 46:1568x768x232 mm / 62"x30.2"x9.1".

Conductive plastic faders.

Microprocessor MIDI control module and remote.

R.I.A.A. pre-amp module for stereo inputs.

Fader automation system.

Custom frames and modules.

On customer demand we can implement many customer options such as a multi frequency oscillator, VU  meter bridge, start switches on the faders, etc. etc. Just ask us and we can discuss your demands.

VISION FRAME CONFIGURATIONS.

19" Rack accepts: 14 modules (12-2, 8-8-2)

Frame 38 accepts: 38 modules, (32-8-2, 34-4-2, 36-2).

Frame 46 accepts: 46 modules, (40-8-2, 42-4-2, 44-2).

(All desktop frames include 2 blanks, no masters)

Vision at National Open University - TAIWAN

Vision at SH Journalism University - TAIWAN

Vision at Taiwan TV - TAIWAN

Vision at Formosa TV - TAIWAN

Obiteljski Radio, Zagreb - Croatia

Nederlands Audio Archief - The Netherlands

MosFilm - Moscow

Paul Renner - Moscow

PPFN Studio - Jakarta Indonesia

Transavia Conference room - Jakarta - Indonesia

PA-Verleih Grinninger - Wels - AUSTRIA

Schmid, Tontechnik - Linz - AUSTRIA
Sound Works-The Netherlands (several 19"Rack Vision)
Advancetek - Taiwan
Digital Equipment and Transducer Ltd - Thailand

Barrandov Studio's - Tsechie

ERDEM - Turkey

ISPA - Russia

Ivamod - CROATIA

Jolly Sound - Hongkong

KAMOL SUKOSOL ELECTRIC CO LTD - Thailand
Proline Company - Russia
Master control room (mcr) of NTV, one of the biggest news / infotainment TV channels in Turkey(http://www.ntvmsnbc.com/id/25005775/) installed by Radikal - Turkey

Softfiles - USA

Sontronics - Israel

Studiotech - Hungary

Team 108 Singapore

Tech Venture - Singapore
ANTENA ZAGREB -  Zagreb, Croatia
NARODNI RADIO – Zagreb, Croatia
MEDIA SERVIS – Zagreb, Croatia
Z1 TV – Zagreb, Croatia

SHANHAI GAINUO ELECTRONICE CO. LTD, CHINA
Shanghai TV - China
Guangxi TV - China
Guangzhou TV - China
Suzhou TV - China
Shaanxi TV - China

Formosa TV
Taiwan TV
Chinese TV
China TV
Public TV
Radio Taipei
Radio White Cloud
Radio Green Peace
National Educational Radio
Television of Thailand
Provincial Station

1.      Public Relations Center, Region 1, Khon Kaen  (2 Units)

2.      Public Relations Center, Region 3, Chiang Mai   (2 Units)

3.      Public Relations Center, Region 4, Phitsanulok   (2 Units)

4.      Public Relations Center, Region 6, Songkhla   (2 Units)

The Stock Exchange Of Thailand
1.      TV Station (1  Unit)
Modern Nine TV
1.      Voice Dubbing Studio (1  Unit)
Ariel University Center - Israel http://www.ariel.ac.il/site/portals/english/
Fujian-TV - China (6 consoles in use)

Now the place feels like a control room! I don't know if it's endless rows of knobs or the faux leather arm rest, but I feel like the universe has been made right for my humble little studio. Last week I took ownership of a well cared for D&R Vision thanks to fellow Gearslut, drBill. It's essentially the largest Vision frame available from D&R and is loaded with 36 mono deluxe channels, 4 stereo deluxe channels, 4 dual group modules (8 busses), and 2 matrix modules. Not only did it barely fit in my car, but it barely fits in my studio. I had to remove the two wooden end caps from the sides to make sure it fits. Large and in charge as they say.

The build quality is exceptional on this console. The frame is made of heavy gauge sheet metal and feels bullet proof. The faceplates for all the modules are very well layed out and easy to read from a seated position. There is metering on every channel next to each fader which is a very welcome feature. The eight independent aux sends will allow me to easily interface with my Hearback cue mix system. I have the right side of the board set up as my input channels, receiving signals from all my outboard preamps. Direct outs feed the Radar 1-16. Group outs feed Radar 17-24 or my MCI 8-track tape deck. By engaging a "direct" switch I can turn Aux Send 8 into a pre-fade direct out with send level control. Nice! The left side of the board has returns from the Radar patched in. Returns from the MCI will show up on the mic inputs for channels 9-16 which I'll be modding to receive a line level input. So depending on which recorder I'm using I can just switch from mic to line to change the source.

Because each module has such a simple and "uncluttered" signal path with socketed op amps, it's incredibly easy to swap IC chips. I've already started upgrading the master section to make it even cleaner and transparent sounding. The power supply puts out 18V rails which give the console its excellent headroom specs. With monitor levels full up it's insanely quiet. I hear no hiss or hum from the speakers. Oh yeah--all the mutes are "soft" mutes using FET switching. So there's never a click or pop associated with engaging the mute. A MIDI mute system has been installed which allows every single mute switch on the board to be controlled by MIDI patch changes. There is a simple remote that will allow me to set up and control mute groups. I expect that might actually come in handy for switching between monitoring pre-tape sends and repro on my tape deck...all 8 channels at once.

This is only the beginning. I think I'm in love...

Brad