Audio Alchemy DDP-1 Owner's Manual

Audio Alchemy DDP-1 Owner's Manual

Digital decoding preamp / dac / headphone amp

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Summary of Contents for Audio Alchemy DDP-1

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Connections and Controls Using Headphones Front panel Using the DAC Rear panel Display Setup Remote control Setting Startup Volume Connecting the DDP-1 to Your System Installing the USB Driver Power supply Interconnect cables Maintenance 12-volt DC trigger output Troubleshooting USB programming input...
  • Page 2: Legal Notifications

    Audio Alchemy is a registered trademark of Audio Alchemy LLC. Information in this manual is subject to change without no- tice. The information in this manual is the sole property of Audio Alchemy. Any reproduction in whole or part without the ex- pressed written permission of Audio Alchemy is prohibited.
  • Page 3: Installation And Usage Tips

    ■ Place the DDP-1 where it will not be exposed to moisture or direct sunlight. ■ Install the DDP-1 and its power supply where they can get some ventilation. They don't produce a great deal of heat, but using them in a sealed enclosure with no airflow could have long-term negative effects on the unit's circuitry.
  • Page 4: Remote Control

    To connect the stock AC power supply that comes with the DDP-1, connect the power supply's cable to the coaxial AC power input on the upper right corner of the back of the DDP-1. Do not plug the power supply into the AC wall socket until you have finished all audio connections.
  • Page 5: Interconnect Cables

    DDP-1's jack panel. The most critical connection is the one between the DDP-1 and the power amplifier. If your amplifier offers XLR input, we strongly recommend you use XLR cables to connect the DDP-1 to the amplifier.
  • Page 6: Setting Startup Volume

    PLL jitter reduction . With digital inputs other than USB, the sample rate readout will display "INVALID" if no signal is present, or if the resolution of the signal is higher than the maximum the DDP-1 can handle. Selecting the Digital Filter and Turning Resolution Enhancement...
  • Page 7: Installing The Usb Driver

    Stubborn fingerprints or dirt may be removed by spraying a small amount of water or window cleaner onto the cloth, then using the moistened cloth to clean the DDP-1. Do not spray any cleaner or other moisture directly onto the DDP-1.
  • Page 8: Troubleshooting

    1. Make sure the DDP-1's volume is turned up. When the unit powers on, the unit recalibrates its volume to 00. 2. Make sure the DDP-1 is not in mute mode, which is displayed in the lower right corner of the LCD. If it is, press the Mute button on the remote or the front panel.

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