Allen Heath DR128 Service Manual

ALLEN&HEATH
WARNING – HIGH VOLTAGES

Power Supply Unit (PSU) work should only
be carried out by qualified personnel.
We recommend that you use an approved Allen & Heath
service centre for all power supply work.
Please contact your local Allen & Heath distributor for more details.
http://www.allen-heath.com/
DR 128
12 IN 8 OUT
24-BIT DIGITAL
MIX PROCESSOR
SERVICE
MANUAL
PUBLICATION AP2974
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This service manual is published in two sections:
Section A: contains the INSTALLATION / USER GUIDE which includes

details of INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION and
OPERATION for the DR 128.
Section B: contains the SERVICE INFORMATION which includes

details of SERVICE PROCEDURES, SPARE PARTS &
ASSEMBLIES and CIRCUIT BOARD DIAGRAMS for the
DR 128.
copyright © 1997 ALLEN & HEATH. All rights reserved Publication ..................... AP2974 Issue 1
DR128 SERVICE MANUAL

SECTION A
A
DR 128 INSTALLATION / USER GUIDE
CAUTION
Refer all installation, calibration and service work
to qualified service personnel

Limited One Year Warranty

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Introduction 1
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WARNING TO THE USER, INSTALLATION, SERVICE ENGINEER

Allen & Heath warns that any unauthorised changes or
modifications to the DR128 unit may invalidate the legal
compliance of the unit and could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
DR128 USER GUIDE

Introduction 3
SAFETY WARNING
Mains electricity is dangerous and can kill. Mains voltage is
present within the DR128. Do not remove the top cover with the
mains connected. Do not carry out any work within the unit while it
is powered except for installation calibration. High voltage
components are insulated for safety but should not be touched
with power applied. The mains voltage setting is indicated on the
rear panel mains socket. Check that this matches your local mains
supply voltage. Check your mains wiring and earthing before
switching on.
DO NOT REMOVE THE MAINS EARTH CONNECTION

To ensure your safety the mains earth is connected to the chassis
through the power lead. Do not remove this connection.
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Introduction 5
Connecting Mains Power

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Introduction 7
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DR128 Overview 15
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Rear Panel
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Using the DR128 17
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Using the DR128 21
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Using the DR128 23
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26 Hardware Configuration
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Mic Input Gain On rear panel Gain minimum Fully anti-clockwise
Mic/Line Pad Links on Mic In PCB Pad not enabled Links fitted
Mic Phantom Power Links on Mic In PCB Phantom Power On Links fitted
Line In Sensitivity Internal trimmer on -10dBV sensitivity Trimmer fully

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34 Setup Menu
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Setup Menu 35
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36 Setup Menu
Menu Map
Main Menu Menu Settings

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19 Set Security [Password] [On/ Off]
18 New [Current [New Password]

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17 LCD Contrast Contrast

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16 Clock Time
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15 Day of Week [Day]
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13 Soft Keys Key Number Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3

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12 Matrix I/P Channel O/P Channel Level

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11 O/P Level O/P Channel Level

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10 I/P Level I/P Channel Level

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9 O/P Phase O/P Channel Phase

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8 I/P Phase I/P Channel Phase

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5 Name Output [Output Name]
4 Name Input [Input Name]
3 Name Patch [Patch Name]
2 Save Patch [Patch Number]
1 Recall Patch [Patch Number]
DR128 USER GUIDE

Setup Menu 37
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40 Setup Menu
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Setup Menu 41
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42 Setup Menu
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Setup Menu 43
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44 Setup Menu
*9 O/P 1 Phase
PHASE: NORMAL SET
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Setup Menu 45
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46 Setup Menu
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Setup Menu 47
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48 Setup Menu
Function Key - Patch Recall

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Setup Menu 49
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50 Setup Menu
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Setup Menu 51
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52 Setup Menu
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SECURITY: ON SET
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Appendix 53
Appendix 6

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54 Appendix
Architect’s Specification
The unit shall be a digital mix processor with 12 analogue inputs and 8 analogue outputs.
The unit shall have a full crosspoint matrix, comprising 96 points, allowing any input, or
combination of inputs, to be routed to any output or combination of outputs. All
crosspoints shall have a variable level. The 8 mic/line inputs and 8 line level outputs
shall be on balanced XLRs with level trims. The 4 stereo line inputs shall sum to mono
and be on RCA phono connectors with level trims. Comprehensive ducking capability
shall be provided.
The mic/line inputs shall have internal jumpers for pad and phantom power selection.
The mic/line gain range shall be 18dB to 60dB with input impedance of 2k (no pad) or
10k (pad). The phono input gain sensitivity shall be internally adjustable from -10dBv
to +4dBu with an impedance of 10k. The inputs shall be converted using a 24 bit
analogue-to-digital converter.
The XLR outputs shall have a variable senitivity from -10dBV to +4dBu with an output
impedance of 50. The conversion shall be by a 20 bit digital-to-analogue converter.
The unit shall be configured over a standard RS232 port using a proprietary 32-bit
Windows™ based software application with a Graphical User Interface. Configurations
shall be editable both on and off-line. The configuration shall determine the allocation of
internal signal processing resources to input and output channels, as well as routing,
passwords, levels and channel names. After configuration, the unit shall run standalone,
without an external computer. Signal processing resources available shall include
compressors, gates, limiters, graphic equalisers, parametric equalisers and crossovers.
Optional expander cards shall provide the facility for additional signal processing
resources and/or supplementary delay resources. The unit shall use Flash memory to
permit firmware upgrades via the RS232 port. An internal real-time clock shall allow
scheduling of timed events.
The unit shall be compatible with BS5839 installation requirements. The hybrid
switched/linear power supply shall allow emergency operation with a single 24V external
battery and the unit shall interface with alarm systems. The total power consumption
shall be no more than 70VA and the permissible incoming mains voltage range shall be
configurable to 100, 120, 220 or 230 VAC.
The front panel shall feature 12 installer-definable function keys for user control of
volume levels and patches. A removable fascia shall enable custom labeling. There shall
also be a backlit LCD for indication of setup menus, peak conditions, patch status and
channel levels. Important system parameters, such as Patch Naming, Channel Naming,
Limiter control, Ducking control, Phase reversal, Routing assignments, Date/Time, LCD
contrast and Soft Key definitions shall be password-protected from user adjustment.
Facilities for remote switching of unit parameters shall be provided.
The unit shall weigh no more than 10kg in a 2U rack-mount chassis. The chassis shall be
constructed from zintec steel and feature a removable top for configuration of internal
jumpers and presets.
The unit shall be the Allen & Heath DR128 digital mix processor.
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Appendix 55
Technical Specifications
Headroom +16dBu (+4dBu nominal operating level)
Max Output +16dBu
Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz +/-1dB (+4dBu into 600 ohms)
THD 0.005% @ 1kHz typical
Dynamic Range 99 dB typical (Mic Input to Line Output)
Hum & Noise <-80dB measured rms 22Hz to 22kHz bandwidth
Mic EIN -127dB (150 Ohm source)
Crosstalk @1kHz >80dB Adjacent Input Channels
Sampling Frequency 48kHz
A/D Converter 24-bit Sigma-Delta 128-times oversampling
D/A Converter 20-bit Sigma-Delta 128-times oversampling
Processing 24-bit linear
Mic Input Gain Control external 42dB (60dB to 18dB) variable
Mic/Line Pad 22dB internal link
Line Input Gain Control internal 12dB (-8dBu to +4dBu) variable
Line Output Gain Control internal 12dB (-8dBu to +4dBu) variable
LCD Display 2 x 16 Character, backlit
LED indicators Tri-colour Programmable

Signal levels Green On at –36dBFS
Red On at –6dBFS
Function Keys 12 Programmable as Unused, Level controls or Patch changes
Front Panel Meters 12 Programmable as Signal Meters or Status Indicators
RS232 9 way female D-Type, unbalanced 57.6 kBaud
Remote Switch Inputs 9 way female D-Type, 8 opto-isolated, programmable
Patch Memories 16 internal
Battery Operation +24V DC +/-15% @ 3.5 Amps maximum
Mains Settings 100 VAC Fuse: T1.6A

120 VAC Fuse: T1.6A
220 VAC Fuse: T630mA
230 VAC Fuse: T630mA
Power Consumption 70 VA maximum
Weight Packed 10 kg Unpacked 9.5 kg
Dimensions 482 x 380 x 89mm (rack mounting brackets fitted)
Options DSPx DSP Expander

DSPd Delay Expander
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1
SECTION B
B
DR 128 SERVICE INFORMATION
CAUTION
Refer all installation, calibration and service
work to qualified service personnel
Warning to the Service Engineer

Allen & Heath warns that any unauthorised changes or
modifications to the DR 128 unit may invalidate the legal
compliance of the unit and could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.

2 Section B
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION, SERVICE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT ..................................................... 3
REMOVING A CONNECTOR CIRCUIT BOARD ASSEMBLY (upper & lower) ........................ 4
REMOVING THE MICROPROCESSOR (CPU) CIRCUIT BOARD ASSEMBLY ...................... 5
REMOVING THE FRONT PANEL CIRCUIT BOARD ASSEMBLY (inc LCD display) ............... 6
REMOVING THE POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT BOARD ASSEMBLY ....................................... 7
ORDERING A DR128 UNIT, OPTIONS & SPARE ASSEMBLIES ............................................ 8
ORDERING SPARE PARTS .................................................................................................... 9 - 10
TRANSFORMER & POWER WIRING ...................................................................................... 11
PSU CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT IDENT ......................................................................... AG2605
PSU CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 1 of 2 (transformer & battery changover) .............................. C2605
PSU CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 2 of 2 (switching & linear regulators) ..................................... C2605
MIC INPUT CONNECTOR CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT IDENT ...................................... AG2602
MIC INPUT CONNECTOR CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 2 of 8 (mic inputs 1 & 2) ..................... C2602
MIC INPUT CONNECTOR CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 3 of 8 (ADCs 1 & 2) ............................ C2602
MIC INPUT CONNECTOR CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 7 of 8 (ADCs 3 & 4) ............................ C2602
MIC INPUT CONNECTOR CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 8 of 8 (Connectors) ............................ C2602
LINE OUTPUT CONNECTOR CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT IDENT ................................. AG2603
LINE OUTPUT CONNECTOR CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 2 of 8 (line inputs 1 & 2) ................. C2603
LINE OUTPUT CONNECTOR CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 3 of 8 (line inputs 3 & 4) ................. C2603
LINE OUTPUT CONNECTOR CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 4 of 8 (balanced outputs 3 & 4) ...... C2603
LINE OUTPUT CONNECTOR CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 8 of 8 (digital interface & conns) .... C2603
MICROPROCESSOR CPU CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT IDENT ..................................... AG2604
MICROPROCESSOR CPU CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 2 of 6 (interface) ................................. C2604
MICROPROCESSOR CPU CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 3 of 6 (CPU & memory) ...................... C2604
MICROPROCESSOR CPU CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 4 of 6 (processing engine #1) ............. C2604
MICROPROCESSOR CPU CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 5 of 6 (processing engine #2) ............. C2604
MICROPROCESSOR CPU CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 6 of 6 (expander connectors) ............. C2604
FRONT PANEL CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT IDENT ....................................................... AG2423
FRONT PANEL CIRCUIT BOARD CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 1 of 1 ....................................... C2423
DSP EXPANDER CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT IDENT ..................................................... AG2741
DSP EXPANDER CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 2 of 3 (processing engine #1 & conns) .............. C2741
DSP EXPANDER CIRCUIT DIAGRAM sheet 3 of 3 (processing engine #2) ............................ C2741
Refer to SECTION A for information on installation, calibration

and operation of the DR128.

Section B 3
INTRODUCTION
The information presented in this section of the manual is intended for competent technical personnel to carry
out service and product support for the DR 128. We assume that the reader is familiar with the related electronic
theory and audio terminology, and is able to carry out basic servicing, fault-finding and repair of digital audio
equipment of this type. Service personnel should also be familiar with audio systems, mains earthing and power
requirements, as well as handling precautions.
For information on the installation, operation and application of the DR 128 please refer to section
A of this manual.
Whilst we believe the information in this manual to be reliable we do not assume responsibility for inaccuracies.
We also reserve the right to make changes in the interest of further product development.
SERVICE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Under normal operating conditions the DR 128 does not require user maintenance or internal calibration. Any
service work required should be carried out by qualified technical personnel only.
We are able to offer further product support through our worldwide distribution network. To help us provide an
efficient service please quote the unit serial number, the date and place of purchase in any communication
regarding this product
SAFETY WARNING !
Mains electricity is dangerous and can kill. Mains voltage is present within the unit. Except for
Installation and calibration, do not remove any covers with power connected. Do not carry out any
work within the unit while it is powered. High voltage components are insulated for safety but should
not be touched with power applied. The mains voltage setting is indicated on the AC mains input
socket on the rear panel. Check that this matches your local mains supply. Check your mains wiring
and earthing before switching on.
DO NOT REMOVE THE MAINS EARTH CONNECTION!
The chassis is always connected to mains earth. Audio 0V connects to the chassis internally.
Should problems be encountered with ground loops operate the audio ground lift switches on other
equipment connected to the unit or disconnect the cable screens at one end. Refer to the section
on 'EARTHING' in the User Guide.
WARNING: There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace the battery with an Allen & Heath recommended part. Using a different battery, recharging or
dissassembling the battery may present a danger due to fire or explosion.
Dispose of used batteries promptly according to the manufacturer's instructions. Keep all batteries away
from childeren
IMPORTANT STATIC ELECTRICITY

PRECAUTIONS
Many of the components in the DR 128 are extremely sensitive to static electricity. The following
procedures reduce the possibility of damaging components:
1.) Before handling any components or touching anything inside the unit, discharge
your body's static electric charge by touching a grounded (earthed) surface.
Wear a grounding wrist strap if one is available.
2.) Do not remove parts from their antistatic containers or bags until you are ready
to install them. When removing circuit boards (PCBs) or chips from a unit,
immediately place them in an antistatic bag.
3.) When handling (PCBs), hold them by their edges and avoid touching the circuitry.
4.) Do not slide (PCBs) or ICs over any surface.
5.) Avoid having plastic, vinyl and foam in your work area.
6.) Limiting your movements during service work reduces static electricity.

4 Service Procedures
Removing a connector circuit board assembly
Before beginning any service work, remove all power to the unit and disconnect any signal cables where
necessary. Adopt static electricity working procedures when carrying out service work. Ensure adequate
lighting and use the correct tools. Access to the connector circuit board options can be achieved without the
removal of the circuit board assemblies. To remove the lower connector circuit board assembly the upper
assembly will have to be removed first.
1.) Working from the front of the unit remove the 6 cover screws and remove the cover.
Access to both connector circuit board options can be achieved at this stage. Refer to the
Hardware Configuration section in the Installation guide for information on changing the
connector board options.
2.) Unplug the harnesses to the connector circuit board assembly to be removed.
Upper connector
board assembly
Lower connector
board assembly
3.) Working from the rear of the unit, remove the connector fixing screws (A) and using a 5mm AF nut
driver remove the D type connector fixings (B).
4.) The circuit board assemblies can now be removed by carefully easing them off the plastic mounting
pillars.
When all service work is complete, remove all debris such as solder, component legs and wire clippings from
inside the unit and check your work carefully before reassembly. To refit the connector circuit assemblies, follow
the above procedure in reverse order. Make sure all harnesses are correctly aligned and plugged on. Test for
correct operation.

Service Procedures 5
Removing the CPU microprocessor circuit board assembly
Except for the battery (BAT1), there are no serviceable parts on the microprocessor circuit board assembly. If
a fault on the microprocessor circuit board is suspected then confirmation of a fault is by board replacement only
necessary. Adopt static electricity working procedures when carrying out service work. Ensure adequate lighting
and use the correct tools.
2.) Unplug the harnesses to the microprocessor circuit board assembly.
DSP Expander
Microprocessor board
board assembly
assembly
3.) Squeeze the tops of the plastic mounting pillars and ease each corner of the circuit board off each pillar.
Repeat the procedure for each pillar until circuit board assembly is free.
inside the unit and check your work carefully before reassembly. To refit the microprocessor circuit assembly
follow the above procedure in reverse order. Make sure all harnesses are correctly aligned and plugged on. Test
for correct operation.

6 Service Procedures
Removing the front panel circuit board assembly
necessary. Adopt static electricity working procedures when carrying out service work. Ensure adequate lighting
and use the correct tools.
2.) Unplug the harnesses to the front panel circuit board assembly.
3.) Remove any DSP expander cards fitted to the microprocessor circuit board.
DSP Expander
board assembly
Front Panel
board assembly
3.) Remove the 8 circuit board fixing screws and carefully ease the assembly clear of the microprocessor
circuit board and clear of the unit.
The front panel LCD display circuit board is mounted onto the front panel circuit board assembly and can
be removed by unscrewing the 4 mounting screws.
inside the unit and check your work carefully before reassembly. To refit the front panel circuit assemblies, follow
the above procedure in reverse order. Make sure all LEDs and harnesses are correctly aligned and inserted
correctly. Test for correct operation.

Service Procedures 7
Removing the power supply circuit board assembly
necessary. Adopt static working procedures when carrying out service work. Ensure adequate lighting and use
the correct tools.
2.) Unplug the the harnesses to the power supply circuit board assembly.
3.) Before disconnecting the transformer harness wires make a note of there colour and position on the
circuit board.
Power Supply Fuse - external DC input protection

board assembly
4.) Unscrew the 2 circuit board mounting screws and remove the circuit board and heatsink assembly.
inside the unit and check your work carefully before reassembly. To refit the power supply circuit assembly
follow the above procedure in reverse order. Make sure all harnesses are correctly aligned and plugged on. Test
for correct operation.

8 Spare parts
ORDERING A DR128 UNIT
To order a new unit please specify the model number and AC mains voltage required.
MODEL DESCRIPTION ORDER CODE

DR128 12 Inputs 8 outputs DR128/volts
ORDERING AN OPTION
To order an option please specify the model number.
DESCRIPTION ORDER CODE

DR1 DSP expander card DR1-DSPX
DR1 DSPD delay expander card DR1-DSPD
DR1 SYSNET option DR1-SNET
MANUALS, SOFTWARE AND SUPPORT DOCUMENTATION
DESCRIPTION ORDER CODE

DR128 User Guide AP2973
DR128 Service Manual AP2974
DR128 Brochure AP2903
DR128 WinDR Disk (1 of 2) 002-272
DR128 WinDR Disk (2 of 2) 002-273
SERVICE TOOLS
The tools required to service the DR128 range of products are standard to an electronics service workshop and
are easily obtainable. The following items are necessary for disassembly and service access:
1-point Crosshead screwdriver (M3, 4AB) AT0004
2-point Crosshead screwdriver (M4, 6AB) AT0002
5mm AF Nutdriver
ORDERING AN ASSEMBLY
The following assemblies for the DR128 are supplied fully tested. Please quote the description and order code
for the part required.
Printed circuit (PCB) assemblies:
Power supply PCB assembly (inc heatsink) 002-205
Front panel PCB assembly (exc LCD display) 002-187
CPU microprocessor PCB assembly 002-184
Mic connector (Upper) PCB assembly 002-185
Line / Output connector (Lower) PCB assembly 002-186
IDC connector harnesses:

40 way Master harness AL2711
26 way front panel harness AL2713
26 way Mic / Line harness AL2712
9 way Mic / Line power harness AL2705
9 way CPU power harness AL2706
26 way LCD display harness AL2714

Spares kit 9
Ordering a Spares kit
It is recommended that the spares kit order code 002-204 is held and maintained by the service agent to enable
in-field service repairs to the DR128 independent of the ALLEN & HEATH factory. Commonly available items
such as resistors, capacitors, tools and soldering equipment are not included. The contents of the kit is listed below.
Individual spare parts may be ordered. Please quote the description and order code for the part required.
DESCRIPTION ORDER CODE QTY
Fixings:
Screw 4AB x 5/16" Pan Pozi Black AB2810 10
Screw M2.5 x 4mm Pan Pozi Black AB2944 5
Screw M3 x 10mm Pan Pozi Black AB0076 5
Screw M3 x 16mm Pan Pozi Black AB0079 5
Screw M4 x 8mm CSK Pozi Black AB2777 5
Screw M3 x 8mm SKT Dome Black AB2942 5
Half Nut M3 AB0094 5
Nylock Nut M3 AB0102 10
Washer M3 Shakeproof AB0244 5
Pillar M4 x 8mm Nylon AB0256 4
Pillar Support 6.4mm Nylon AB2171 4
Pillar Snap-in 6mm Nylon AB2233 4
Pillar Snap-in 31.8mm Nylon AB2772 4
Pillar M2.5 x 9mm Nylon tapped AB2945 4
Pillar M3 x 6mm Nylon tapped AB3098 4
Spacer M3 x 15mm Nylon AB2775 4
Potentiometers, switches, and connectors:

5KD reverse (502RD) AI8111 5
Switch 2PCO Momentary AL8058 10
Preset 4K7 (Output gain) AE2871 4
Preset 22K (Line input gain) AE2969 2
Button 12.5mm Square Black AJ0348 15
Button Round Black AJ2887 5
Button Round Grey AJ2888 5
Phono Dual PCB mount AL0556 2
XLR 3 Pin Female PCB Mount AL2414 5
XLR 3 Pin Male PCB Mount AL2413 5
LEDs and Semiconductors:

LED 5 x 2mm Tri-colour AE2754 5
Transistor 2SB737 PNP AE8069 10
Transistor BC549 NPN AE0020 10
IC NE5532N Dual Op Amp AE0221 5
IC TL072 Dual Op Amp AE0046 2
IC LM393N Comparator AE2818 1
IC MAX 202CPE RS232 AE2742 1
IC AK5391-VS 24-bit ADC AE2857 3
IC CS4329-KP 20-bit DAC AE2656 2
IC CMOS 74HC03 4 NAND 2 AE0345 1
IC CMOS 74HC165 AE2749 2
IC CMOS 74HC4094 AE2755 1
IC TLP521-4A Quad Opto AE2748 1
POWER SUPPLY:
Mains lead IEC-2pin EURO AH0205 -
Mains lead IEC-3pin UK AL0206 -

10 Spares kit
Mains lead IEC-3pin US (C33) AL0323 -
Mains Fuse 20mm T1.6A (USA,CAN) AL0466 5
Mains Fuse 20mm T630mA (UK,EU) AL0297 5
Mains Fuse 20mm T5A (ext DC protection) AL2270 5
Transformer 60VA AM2757 -
Bridge Rectifier 4A in line AE0351 1
IC Regulator 7805 (+5V DC) AE0308 2
IC Regulator 7815 (+15V DC) AE0047 2
IC Regulator 7915 (-15V DC) AE0048 2
IC Regulator Adjustable LM2575T-ADJ AE2814 2
IC Regulator Adjustable LM2576T-ADJ AE2816 2
IC Regulator LM2576T-5.0 (+5V) AE2815 2
Transistor MOSFET RFP8P05 AE2977 2
Diode 6A05 6A 50V AE2819 2
Diode UG1B Fast/Soft 1A 100V AE2820 2
Diode UG8AT Fast/Soft 8A 50V AE2821 2
Diode SBYV28-100 UltraFast 3.5A AE2947 2
Zener Diode BZX55C2V7 AE0231 2
Inductor 100uH 3A S/SWITCH AE2825 1
Insulating kit TO220 AA0693 6
Miscellaneous:
DR128 Packing assembly 002-203 -
DR128 Rack mounting brackets (per pair) AA2717-LR -
DR128 Acrylic Fascia AA2735 -
Jumper socket AL0334 5
Front panel LCD display AE2734 -
Battery 3V 180mAh PCBV (DR1 CPU PCB) AP2837 1
Inductor 150uH 280mA (Mic Connector PCB) AE2970 5
EMI filter 470pF 100V (Connector PCB assy) AF3107 5

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