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- Page 1 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix DA-300USB D/A CONVERTER Owner’s Manual You can print more than one page of a PDF onto a single sheet of paper. Front panel Display Rear panel Index...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Contents Settings Accessories ························································································ 3 Features ······························································································ 4 Setting the Auto Standby mode ··············································· 22 High quality sound ············································································ 4 Turning Auto Standby mode on ····················································· 22 High performance ············································································ 4 Turning Auto Standby mode off ····················································· 22 Part names and functions Tips Front panel... -
Page 3: Accessories
Settings Tips Appendix Thank you for purchasing this Denon product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference. Accessories Check that the following parts are supplied with the product. -
Page 4: Features
High performance • Advanced AL32 Processing and High-precision 32 bit D/A Converter • Playback of high resolution audio files supported Equipped with Advanced AL32 Processing, Denon’s own analog DSD signals and PCM signals up to 192kHz/24bit are supported. You waveform reproduction technology. -
Page 5: Part Names And Functions
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Part names and functions Front panel Power operation button/indicator (X) Headphone volume control knob This turns the power on/standby (vpage 14). Adjusts the headphone volume (vpage 14). This is lit as follows according to the power status: • Even when the headphones are connected or the volume is adjusted, • Power on : Lit the volume from the analog audio output connector does not change. -
Page 6: Display
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Display 5.6448MHz VOL.---dB Input source indicator Sampling frequency indicator The following is displayed according to the selected input source. The input audio signal sampling frequency is displayed. USB-DAC COAXIAL OPTICAL-1 OPTICAL-2 Headphone volume indicator The headphone volume level is displayed. -
Page 7: Rear Panel
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Rear panel AC adapter inlet (DC IN) AUDIO OUT connectors Used to connect the AC adapter (vpage 12). Used to connect a amplifier (vpage 11). DIGITAL IN connectors Used to connect a PC or devices equipped with digital audio output connectors (vpage 11). -
Page 8: Connections
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connections 2 Cables used for connections Placing this unit (vpage 9) Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to connect. Connecting devices (vpage 11) Audio cable (Supplied) Connecting the AC adapter (vpage 12) Optical cable (Sold separately) NOTE Coaxial digital cable... -
Page 9: Placing This Unit
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Placing this unit Place this unit horizontally or vertically according to the location and your preferences. 2 How to attach the feet for horizontal placement Horizontal placement Attach the feet for horizontal placement to this unit as shown in the diagram below. -
Page 10: Vertical Placement
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 2 How to attach the stand for vertical placement Vertical placement Align the rear edge of this unit to the guide position. Press down this unit onto the stand until it clicks. When placing this unit vertically, attach the stand for vertical placement to this unit with the power button in the upper position as shown in the Slide this unit in the arrow direction to align the edge of this unit with that of the stand. -
Page 11: Connecting Devices
• For USB-DAC playback, install the dedicated driver software and player software on your computer before connecting (“Installing the dedicated driver (Windows OS only)” (vpage 15)). • Download the driver software from the DA-300USB page of the Denon website. Computer on which the driver... -
Page 12: Connecting The Ac Adapter
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting the AC adapter After completing all the connections, insert the AC adapter into the power outlet. To household power outlet (AC 100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz) AC adapter (supplied) NOTE • Do not use an AC adapter other than the provided one. Front panel Display Rear panel... -
Page 13: Playback
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback Turning the power on (vpage 14) Connecting and playing back from a computer (USB-DAC) (vpage 15) Selecting the input source (vpage 14) Connect and playback from a digital device (COAXIAL/ Adjusting the headphone volume (vpage 14) OPTICAL-1/OPTICAL-2) (vpage 21) Front panel Display Rear panel... -
Page 14: Basic Operation
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Basic operation Selecting the input source Touch to switch the input source for playback. USB-DAC : Plays music files on your computer. COAXIAL : Plays devices connected to the COAXIAL connector. OPTICAL-1 : Plays devices connected to the OPTICAL-1 connector. OPTICAL-2 : Plays devices connected to the OPTICAL-2 connector. -
Page 15: Connecting And Playing Back From A Computer (Usb-Dac)
Download the dedicated driver from the “Download” of high resolution audio sources. section of the DA-300USB page of the Denon website onto your PC. 2 Computer (recommended system) Unzip the downloaded file. - Page 16 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Install the driver. r Read the Software Licensing Agreement, and click “I accept the terms in the license agreement”. q Select the language to use for the installation. t Click “Next”. w Click “OK”. SOFTWARE LICENSING AGREEMENT e The wizard menu is displayed.
- Page 17 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix y Click “Install” on the installation start dialog. o When the installation is completed, click “Finish”. • The installation starts. Do not perform any operation on the PC until the installation is completed. With the unit power off, connect the unit and PC using a USB cable (sold separately).
- Page 18 Playback Recording Sounds Communications • When there is a checkmark for a different device, click Select a playback device below to modify its settings ： “Denon USB Audio” and “Set Default”. Digital Audio Interface Denon USB Audio Default Device Speakers Ready...
- Page 19 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix NOTE w Click the “Advanced” tab. • The dedicated driver must be installed in the PC before this unit is connected to a e Select the sampling rate and bit rate to be applied to the D/A PC.
- Page 20 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 2 Playback NOTE • Install the desired player software on your computer beforehand. • Perform operations such as playback and pause on the computer. • Use the rear panel USB-DAC port to connect this unit to a computer. • You can also control the volume and equalizer on the computer.
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Page 21: (Coaxial/Optical-1/Optical-2)
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 2 Files that can be played back Connect and playback from a digital See “Input signals available for COAXIAL/OPTICAL-1/OPTICAL-2 device (COAXIAL/OPTICAL-1/OPTICAL-2) playback” (vpage 28). Connect digital device to this unit (vpage 11). NOTE • Do not input non-PCM signals, such as Dolby Digital, and DTS. This causes noise and could damage the speakers. -
Page 22: Settings
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Settings Setting the Auto Standby mode You can set the unit to automatically switch to standby mode if the unit is Turning Auto Standby mode on not operated for 30 minutes when there is no audio input. Auto Standby mode is set to off by default. -
Page 23: Contents
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips Contents 2 Tips ..............(24) 2 Troubleshooting ..........(25) I want to play audio from the TV with the amplifier Power does not turn on / Power is turned off ........(25) connected to this unit ...............(24) No sound comes out ................(26) I am not satisfied with the audio quality of the headphones Sound is interrupted or noise occurs ..........(26) -
Page 24: Tips
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips I want to play audio from the TV with the amplifier connected to this unit • Connect the digital audio output connector on the TV to the digital audio input connector on this unit (COAXIAL, OPTICAL-1, or OPTICAL-2), and then switch the input source on this unit to the connector being used (COAXIAL, OPTICAL-1, or OPTICAL-2) (vpage 14). -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Troubleshooting If a problem should arise, first check the following: 1. Are the connections correct? 2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual? 3. Are the other devices operating properly? If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. -
Page 26: No Sound Comes Out
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 2 No sound comes out Symptom Cause / Solution Page No sound is produced or sound is • Check the connections for all devices. distorted. • Insert connection cables all the way in. – • Check cables for damage. –... -
Page 27: Files On My Computer Cannot Be Played Back
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 2 Files on my computer cannot be played Symptom Cause / Solution Page This unit is not recognized by my • Check the OS of your computer. computer. • When your computer is running on Windows, a dedicated driver software should be installed. “Unlock”... -
Page 28: Types Of Digital Audio Input Signals Available For Playback
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Appendix Types of digital audio input signals available for playback Input signals available for USB-DAC Input signals available for COAXIAL/ playback OPTICAL-1/OPTICAL-2 playback Types of input Types of input signals available Input signal specifications signals available Input signal specifications for playback... -
Page 29: Explanation Of Terms
MP3, the audio quality and Advanced AL32 Processing dynamic range are not reduced. Equipped with Advanced AL32 Processing, Denon’s own analog waveform reproduction technology. Sampling frequency The reproducibility of weak signals is enhanced by expanding 16 bit digital Sampling involves taking a reading of a sound wave (analog signal) at data to 32 bit. -
Page 30: Trademark Information
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trademark information Adobe, the Adobe logo and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Front panel Display Rear panel Index... -
Page 31: Specifications
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Specifications 2 Audio performance [DSD signal] [PCM signal] • Analog output Channels: 2 channels 2 channels Playable frequency range: 2 Hz – 100 kHz 2 Hz – 96 kHz Playable frequency response: 2 Hz – 50 kHz (–3 dB) 2 Hz –... -
Page 32: Index
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Index Headphone ····························································· 14 Accessories ······························································ 3 Installing the driver software·································· 15 Adjusting the volume ············································· 14 Advanced AL32 Processing ··································· 29 Auto Standby mode ··············································· 22 Linear PCM ·········································· 20, 21, 28, 29 Cables used for connections ····································... - Page 33 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 2 Dimensions Unit : in. (mm) 2 11/64 (55) 4 31/64 (114) 6 11/16 (170) 2 Weight : 3 lbs 5 oz (1.5 kg) Front panel Display Rear panel Index...
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Page 35: Getting Started
ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL DA-300USB D/A CONVERTER Getting Started Mise en route/ Antes de empezar... - Page 36 Welcome Thank you for choosing a Denon D/A Converter. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up your D/A Converter. If you have setup problems: If you need additional help in solving problems, contact Denon customer service in your area.
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Page 37: Before You Begin
Before You Begin What’s In the Box Required for setup Getting Started CD-ROM Safety USB cable (Owner’s Manual) Instructions These drawings are for illustrative purposes only and may not represent the actual product(s). D/A Converter AC adapter Audio cable Stand for vertical Feet for horizontal Warranty placement... - Page 38 Setup There are five steps to the setup process. Installing the driver software onto your PC (Windows OS only) Placing this unit Connecting the D/A Converter to the amplifier or the headphone Connecting the AC adapter Enjoying music using PC or Mac...
- Page 39 Installing the driver software onto your PC (Windows OS only) e The wizard menu is displayed. Click “Next”. Download the dedicated driver from the “Download” section of the DA-300USB page of the Denon website (http://www.denon.com/pages/home.aspx) onto your PC. your Windows operating system, and double- r Read the Software Licensing Agreement, and click “I...
- Page 40 y Click “Install” on the installation start dialog. o When the installation is completed, click “Finish”. The installation starts. Do not perform any operation on the PC until the installation is completed. u In the Windows security dialog, select “Always trust software from DandM Holdings Inc.”.
- Page 41 Placing this unit n Horizontal placement n Vertical placement Guide Guide Feet for horizontal placement Align the rear edge of this unit to the guide Attach the feet for horizontal placement as position. Press down this unit onto the stand until it clicks.
- Page 42 Connecting the D/A Converter to the amplifier or the headphone n Connecting the amplifier n Connecting the headphone Amplifier AUDIO Audio cable (supplied) An amplifier and speaker need to be connected in order to playback music. See the owner’s manual of the device you are using for details on how to connect it.
- Page 43 Connecting the AC adapter To household power outlet (AC 100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz) AC adapter (supplied)
- Page 44 When the unit power is turned on, the computer automatically finds and connects to the unit. under in “Digital Audio Interface” of the “Playback” tab. When there is a checkmark for a different device, click “Denon USB Audio” and “Set Default”.
- Page 45 w Click the “Advanced” tab. Checking audio output. (Windows OS only) e Select the sampling rate and bit rate to be applied to the Outputs a TEST signal from the PC and checks the audio D/A converter. output from the USB-DAC function. It is recommended that “24 bit, 192000 Hz (Studio Quality)”...
- Page 46 NOTE Adjust the volume to an appropriate level on the computer. software such as Windows Media Player, iTunes, When using this unit with headphones connected, turn the foobar2000, Audirvana Plus and JRiver Media headphone volume adjustment knob to adjust the volume. Center.
- Page 47 Please reference this manual for more details about the setup and operation of the D/A Converter and it’s features. Insert the disc into your PC. Follow the screen or double click on the PDF You can also download the owner’s manual from the Denon website. www.denon.com Product Name : D/A Converter...
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