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Page 3: Important Safety Precautions And Explanation Of Symbols
DC-1. ThERE ARE No UsER-sERVICEABlE pARTs INsIDE ThE UNIT. REfER All sERVICE To QUAlIfIED sERVICE pERsoNNEl. Do not install the Stealth DC-1 near or above any heat sources such as radiators, heating vents, or other apparatus that produce heat. Do not block any ventilation openings or heat sinks. - Page 4 The power cable for the Stealth DC-1 should be unplugged from the outlet during severe electrical storms, or when unused for a long period of time. Only replace the fuse(s) in the Stealth DC-1 with a fuse(s) of proper value and voltage rating.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual Contents Important Safety Precautions and Explanation of Symbols Introduction ..............3 About This Manual ............4 Features ..............5 Quick Start ..............7 Hardware Configuration ..........13 USB Drivers ............... 15 Setup Menu ............... 16 Care and Maintenance .......... - Page 6 Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual Page 2...
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Page 7: Introduction
The Stealth DC-1 finally brings the features and sound quality of DACs costing many times its price within reach of both the home and small studio recording engineer as well as the audiophile digital music enthusiast. -
Page 8: About This Manual
Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual About This Manual This manual will provide you with all the information you need to get great performance, accurate sound, and many years of reliable service from your Stealth DC-1. Many of you are experienced studio professionals and are probably familiar with studio and audiophile D/A converters. -
Page 9: Features
96k, 176.4k, and 192k sample rates, at both 16 bit and 24 bit word lengths, from ALL of its inputs - including USB. A full complement of digital inputs. The Stealth DC-1 has a full selection of digital inputs, including: AES/EBU (XLR), Toslink (optical), Coax S/PDIF (RCA), BNC S/PDIF, and high performance USB. - Page 10 - to avoid overloading legacy unbalanced inputs. High quality, tightly regulated, linear power supply. Power for the precision circuitry in the Stealth DC-1 is provided by a linear power supply, with a hefty toroidal power transformer, and multiple stages of filtering and linear regulation.
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Page 11: Quick Start
Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual Quick Start Even though you may be eager to try out your Stealth DC-1 right away, there are a few important details you need to check first: 1) Verify that the proper AC line voltage is selected on the red switch on the bottom of your Stealth DC-1 unit. - Page 12 Note: Even when the AsRC (asynchronous sample rate converter) is engaged, the stealth DC-1 always delivers the input to the DAC at its original sample rate - so you always get an accurate rendition of your source material.
- Page 13 Both levels are independently retained, and each will return to its previous setting when you plug in or unplug headphones. When the Stealth DC-1 is On, press this knob momentarily to toggle Mute on and off (Mute will flash in the display when Mute is engaged).
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Page 14: Digital Inputs
Volume setting. Digital Inputs The stealth DC-1 is a stereo pCm DAC. Do NoT connect multi-channel pCm, DsD, or bitstream (digital surround) sources to any input on the stealth DC-1. Connecting any signal other than a stereo pCm signal to any input on the DC-1 may produce unpredictable results. - Page 15 (standard PC printer or device cable). The DC-1 will appear as an “external speaker” or “USB sound device” to the host computer. (The Stealth DC-1 will appear to player programs on the computer as an “external USB sound card.” Please see the section entitled USB Drivers for more information.)
- Page 16 The On button turns the DC-1 On (from Standby); MUTE the Off button returns the DC-1 to Standby mode. Note: The stealth DC-1 will not respond to the Volume / standby knob, or the on button on the remote control, unless the rear panel main VOL- AC Power switch is first turned On.
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Page 17: Hardware Configuration
Hardware Configuration Inserting or changing batteries in the remote control The Stealth DC-1 remote control is opened by removing the two small screws in the bottom end cap (the end without the LED). Once the screws are removed, the end cap will come off, freeing the back plate to slide out. - Page 18 Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual To change the headphone bass boost jumper setting, first turn Off your Stealth DC-1 and disconnect the power cable. Remove the six screws securing the top cover, then remove the cover. (The cover hooks under the front panel on the front edge, so lift it up from the back edge and tilt it forward to remove it.)
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Page 19: Usb Drivers
Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual USB Drivers When connected to a computer, the Stealth DC-1 operates as a UAC2 audio device. (The computer recognizes the DC-1 as an “external USB sound card”.) UAC2 (short for “USB audio class 2”) refers to the way in which the operating system recognizes the DC-1. -
Page 20: Setup Menu
Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual Setup Menu The advanced features on the Stealth DC-1 are accessed via the Setup Menu, which is accessed by pressing the Input / Menu encoder knob. Press the knob once to enter the menu system; the top line of the display will change to “SETUP”... - Page 21 Enables and disables the ASRC (asynchronous sample rate converter) in the Stealth DC-1. The advanced ASRC implementation in the DC-1 re-clocks the incoming data to a clean clock without changing the sample rate, so you get to hear your original music - bit perfect - but minus the jitter.
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Page 22: Care And Maintenance
Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual Care and Maintenance periodic maintenance Your Emotiva Pro Stealth DC-1 requires no periodic maintenance or calibration. Cleaning the Cabinet and front panel • The cabinet of the DC-1 should normally be cleaned with a rag dampened with plain water. -
Page 23: Specifications
Two headhone connectors, front panel (2 x 1/8” stereo “mini”, individually amplified). USB Audio: Stealth DC-1 appears to computer as “USB audio device”. UAC2 drivers required (provided) for computers running Windows (XP, Vista, 7, 8); uses internal O/S drivers for Apple computers and some Linux devices. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual Troubleshooting Your Emotiva Pro Stealth DC-1 has been carefully designed and manufactured from high-quality precision components to ensure years of trouble free operation. The troubleshooting section describes some common problems and how to eliminate them. - Page 25 This is really a computer issue, but feel free to contact Technical Support at Emotiva Pro; we will be glad to help you try to locate and solve the problem.
- Page 26 Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual problem: No audio output; display shows proper sample rate (any input). Reason: You have a valid input signal, but no audio. • Check your output connections. • Verify that you don’t have Mute turned on.
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Page 27: Emotiva Professional Systems Llc Five-Year Limited Warranty
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. A claim under this warranty must be made by you within the Term. A claim shall not be valid (and Emotiva has no obligation related to the claim) if it is not made within the Term and if it is not made in strict compliance with the requirements of the “How do you get service?”... - Page 28 The CSR will provide you with a returned material authorization number (“RMA”). Ship the product to Emotiva at the following address, with the RMA written in large, bold numbers on the outside of the box, and with the letters “RMA” written before the number.
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Page 29: Notes
Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual Notes Windows™, and other trademarked names, are the property of their respective owners. All information contained in this manual is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. In keeping with our policy of ongoing product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes to the design and features of our products without prior notice. - Page 30 Stealth DC-1 Stereo D/A Converter - Operator’s Manual Page 26...
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