Manuals

:quelle XDM | Quick Start

Overview

STEP 1 – Power Supply

Connect KLANG:quelle XDM to one of the following power sources:

  • AC mains 110–240V
  • via PoE (Power over Ethernet switch, max. 15W required) connected to Dante 1 network port.
The network status LEDs will blink and the front GUI will light up once power is connected. AC and PoE power can be used simultaneously for redundancy.

Dante & Control Network

If you do not need Dante input and also do not want to control your KLANG:quelle XDM via KLANG:app, please skip this section.

Connect Network Port 1

Connect KLANG:quelle XDM’s Network Port 1 to your Dante (Primary) network.

By default, a DHCP client is running on :quelle XDM. If no DHCP server is present on your network, it will use a self-assigned IP zeroconf IP address 169.254.x.y/16 instead.

Network Port 2

The Secondary Dante port 2, is separate, i.e. if you connect a device to port 2 it cannot directly communicate with a device connected to the network on port 1. Secondary Dante ports will use 172.31.x.y/16 as a fallback zeroconf IP address.
Network port 2 is only used for secondary Dante. Do not connect network port 2 if no redundant Dante network setup is required.

Set a Fixed IP

Menu > Network > Mode > Fixed IP

Specify the subnet mask in CIDR notation. Examples:

  • /24 = 255.255.255.0
  • /16 = 255.255.0.0

Proceed with the secondary port as required.

Click APPLY to store and apply the settings. Click on BACK to discard the settings.

Main Menu

KLANG:quelle XDM will automatically switch to the meters screen after a time out. Push the rotary encoder to return to the Main Menu. Turn the encoder to scroll through the submenu items and enter the selected submenu with a push. Exit any submenu with a push on the back button.

MODE

Clock source & Audio routing

Audio Source

Choose the main audio input source, which will also be used as audio sync source to :quelle XDM

  • MADI
  • Dante

Dante Samplerate

Change the Dante samplerate. This can also be changed via Dante Controller. Options:

  • 44.1 kHz
  • 48 kHz
  • 88.2 kHz
  • 96 kHz
Dante Sync to External will automatically be activated when the MADI mode is enabled.
At 96kHz only MADI HiSpeed frames will be received and transmitted.

Routing MADI to Dante

By default the first 16 MADI channels are routed to Dante. Select

Routing Dante to MADI

XLR OUTPUT

Line out & AES3

The XLR outputs are paired, 1&2, 3&4, etc and each pair can either output analog line level or AES3. For analog line level, which is the default setting, each XLR output of a pair contains a mono channel. The LED halo ring around the odd channel XLR output is off. If a pair is in AES3 mode, the odd channel contains the digital AES3 (AES/EBU) stereo signal, while the even channel is off. The LED halo ring around the odd channel will light up in blue and show that AES3 is used.

In order to switch between analog XLR and AES3 output for a pair, go to the XLR OUTPUT submenu.

Dante Input

Subscribe without Dante Controlle

KLANG:quelle XDM allows direct subscription to Dante transmitters without requiring Dante Controller.

Steps to Configure Dante Input:

  1. Use the front GUI or connect with KLANG:app
  2. Go to Menu > Dante Input.
  3. For each Dante input channel:
    • Select the device name.
    • In the box below, choose the desired Dante transmit channel from that device.
  4. The subscription is applied immediately, but it may take 2–3 seconds for audio to start streaming.
In Dante Mode these input channels are automatically routed to the XLR outputs.

Factory reset

Go to menu > RESET XDM

Dante & Firmware Update

At the heart of the KLANG:quelle XDM is KLANG’s powerful FPGA-based KLANTE module, ensuring robust performance and flexibility. Updating the device firmware and Dante software is simple and seamless, all handled through KLANG:app.

How to Update:

  1. Connect your KLANG:quelle XDM to KLANG:app.
  2. KLANG:app will automatically check online for the latest firmware version.
  3. Navigate to KLANG:app > Info > XDM Update and follow the on-screen instructions to install the update.

Alternative Method:

While connected to KLANG:quelle XDM, drag and drop the .quelleUpdate file into KLANG:app to initiate the update.

Download the latest firmware package.

The Dante software is updated alongside the device firmware in a single step.
Updates cannot be performed via Dante Controller; the methods described above must be used.

Browser

Enter KLANG:quelle XDM’s IP address in a browser, e.g. http://10.11.12.99. This shows the license text.

Add /screen to the IP e.g. http://10.11.12.164/screen to monitor the front GUI

Technical Data

  • 100–240V 50/60Hz built-in PSU
  • PoE powered (max. 15W)
  • 16 x Neutrik XLR outputs
  • Line level analog balanced outputs: +21dBu
  • XLR pairs individually switchable to digital stereo AES3 (AES/EBU) outputs
  • 16×16 channel Dante IO (48kHz/96kHz, 250µsec latency)
  • 2 x Neutrik EtherCON Halo for Primary Dante w/Control and Secondary Dante
  • MADI Input/Output 64x64ch @ 48kHz and 32x32ch @ 96kHz (HiSpeed Frames)
  • Max. 15W, max. 51BTU/h
  • Weight: 3.6kg | 7.94 lbs
  • Size Body: 44.0cm x 4.5cm x 27.5cm
  • Front panel (width): 48.5cm | 19 inches

Warnings & Precautions

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  • To reduce the danger of electrical shock, DO NOT remove covers. There are no user serviceable parts inside KLANG products. Please refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. DO NOT handle the power cord with wet or moist hands! Class I device: Connect only to main socket outlets with protective earth. Unplug main power cord to ensure an all-pole disconnection. Keep main power socket easily accessible at all times.
  • DO NOT expose this device to rain, water or other types of liquid or moisture (incl. splashing or dripping, dew or fog). Never place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, bottles or glasses on or near the device.
  • Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F). Avoid exposing this device to sources of heat.
  • Using any audio system at high volume levels can cause permanent damage to your hearing. Set your system volume as low as possible. Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive sound pressure levels.

Compliance

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This device has been tested and found to comply with the requirements defined in: EN55103-1:2009, EN 55103-2: 2009, EN 55022:2006/CISPR 22:1997, CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22:02 and FCC 47 CFR, Part 15.

Safety

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EN 60065, 7th Edition, Rev.: 09/21/2012; CAN/CSAC22.2 No. 60065:03 (R2012). RoHS Compliant and Pb-Free.

WEEE – Recycling

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According to RL2002/96/EG (WEEE – Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) electronic equipment has to be recycled and does not belong in the standard waste. If you are unsure how to recycle this product please contact us and we will recycle the device for you.

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