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Description
The DBSM and DBSMD digital transcorders were developed specifically for the needs of the film industry and offer time code jam sync capability. They offer hands free setup and adjustment using audible tones and can be put to sleep to conserve battery power during setup while buried inside costuming, then awakened for normal operation when the production begins.
Other features include input gain adjustment in 1 dB increments over a 44 dB range and adjustable low frequency audio roll-off for 3 dB down points at 20, 35, 50, 70, 100, 120 or 150 Hz to control subsonic and very low frequency audio content. The transmitters also offer selectable output power of 10, 25 and 50 mW. A special high-density (HDM) transmit mode at 2 mW allows for ultra-tight channel spacing without concern for frequency coordination.
The input section features the unique Lectrosonics servo bias input circuitry with a standard TA5M type jack for use with electret lavaliere mics, dynamic mics, or line level signals. A DSP-controlled analog audio limiter is employed ahead of the first mic preamp to protect the entire audio chain from overload. The limiter has a range of more than 30 dB for excellent overload protection, and a dual release envelope that makes the limiter acoustically transparent while maintaining low distortion of brief transients and longer duration peaks.
A water resistant control panel with OLED, membrane switches and multi-color LEDs make input gain adjustments, frequency and compatibility mode selection quick and accurate. The battery compartment accepts industry-accepted AA batteries (lithium recommended).
The DBSM and DBSMD use the same accessories as the SMWB and SMDWB transmitters, specifically belt clips, pouches, and battery eliminators.
FEATURES:
- Encrypted with AES 256 bit CTR, offering four key policies
- RF Power selections at 10, 25 and 50 mW
- Ultra-lightweight, corrosion resistant housing
- OLED interface with lockout option
- Servo Bias input circuitry
- 2-way IR (infrared) port for fast setup
- Alternate use as recorder on internal microSDHC memory card at 48 kHz, 24 bits
- Timecode jam-sync capability with <1ppm accuracy
- High density mode for ultra-tight channel spacing
- Simultaneous record and transmit feature for models sold outside the USA.
Specifications
Operating frequencies:
- DBSM/E01-A1B1: 470.100 to 614.375
- DBSM/E01-B1C1: 537.600 to 691.175
Channel Spacing
- 25 kHz
RF Power Output
- DBSM: 2 mW (HDM only), 10, 25, or 50 mW
- DBSMD: 2 mW (HDM only), 10, 25, or 50 mW
- DBSM(D) / E01-A1B1: 2 mW (HDM only), 10, 25, or 50 mW
- DBSMD(D) / E01-B1C1: 2 mW (HDM only), 10, 25, or 50 mW
- DBSM / E09-A1B1: 2 mW (HDM only), 10, 25 mW
- DBSMD / E09-A1B1: 2 mW (HDM only), 10, 25 mW
Compatibility Modes
- DBSM / DBSMD: D2 digital with encryption and HDM high density digital with encryption
Modulation Type
- 8-PSK
Encryption Type
- AES-256 (CTR mode)
Frequency Stability
- ±0.002%
Spurious Radiation
- Compliant with ETSI EN 300 422-1
Equivalent Input Noise
- –125 dBV, A-weighted
Input Level
- Dynamic mic: 0.5 mV to 50 mV before limiting; >1 V with limiting
- Electret lavaliere mic: 1.7 µA to 170 µA before limiting; >5000 µA (5 mA) with limiting
- Line level input: 17 mV to 1.7 V before limiting; >50 V with limiting
Input Impedance
- Dynamic mic: 300 Ω
- Electret lavaliere: Virtual ground with servo-adjusted constant current bias
- Line level: 2.7 kΩ
Input Limiter
- Soft limiter, 30 dB range
Bias Voltages - Fixed 5 V up to 5 mA
- Selectable 2 V or 4 V servo bias for electret lavaliere
Gain Control Range
- –7 to +44 dB; panel-mounted membrane switches
Modulation Indicators
- Dual bicolor LEDs indicate –20, –10, 0, +10 dB referenced to full modulation
Controls
- Control panel with LCD and 4 membrane switches
Low-Frequency Roll-Off
- Adjustable from 20 to 150 Hz
Input Type
- Analog mic/line level compatible; servo bias preamp for 2 V and 4 V lavaliere microphones
Input Connector
- TA5M 5-pin male
Audio Performance
- Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±1 dB (D2 mode) / 20 Hz – 16 kHz, ±3 dB (HDM mode)
- Dynamic range: 112 dB (A)
- Distortion: < 0.035%
Antenna
- Flexible, unbreakable steel cable
Battery
- AA (+1.5 VDC), disposable; lithium recommended
Weight (with batteries)
- DBSM-A1B1: 3.2 oz (90.7 g)
- DBSMD-A1B1: 4.8 oz (136.1 g)
Overall Dimensions
- DBSM-A1B1: 2.366 × 1.954 × 0.642 in (60.1 × 49.6 × 16.3 mm)
- DBSMD-A1B1: 2.366 × 2.475 × 0.642 in (60.1 × 62.9 × 16.3 mm)
Emission Designator
- DBSM-A1B1 / DBSMD-A1B1: 170KG1E (D2 mode)
- DBSM-A1B1 / DBSMD-A1B1: 110KG1E (HD mode)
Recorder Specifications
- Storage media: microSDHC memory card
- File format: .WAV (BWF)
- A/D converter: 24-bit
- Sampling rate: 48 kHz
- Recording mode / bit rate: HD mono mode: 24-bit, 144 kbytes/s
Operating Temperature Range
- –20 to 40 °C
- –5 to 104 °F