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- Page 1 D/A CONVERTER DA3N Owner's Manual USB SOUND SYSTEM OPT1 POWER USB1 INPUT VOLUME HEADPHONE DIGITAL TO ANALOG CONVERTER DA3N...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
D-sub 9 pin connection. Performance at SUPERLINK may improve when an external high-precision master clock is supplied. ●DA3N is equipped with a DAC chip, ES9008, which performs up to 4bit/ 19kHz music signal. ●The digital filter is switchable between standard FLAT and ringing-free PULSE. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install the DA3N near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) (For USA, Canada: ) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. - Page 4 DA3N, when foreign objects have fallen into the DA3N, when the DA3N has been exposed to rain or moisture, when the DA3N does not operate normally, or when the DA3N has been dropped.
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Page 5: Handling Precautions
Turning power on: Turn on the DA3N’s power first, before turning on the amplifier connected to the DA3N. Turning power off: Turn off the amplifier’s power first, before turning off the DA3N. - Page 6 ❻ Condensation When the DA3N is brought into a warm room when the exterior temperature is cold, or when the room temperature rises sharply from using a heater, condensation may form both inside and outside the unit, hampering its performance.
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Page 7: Accessories
❺ Two AAA batteries for the remote control unit ❻ Owner's Manual NOTE: Keep the packaging available for future transportation needs. The AC power cord is for use with the DA3N exclusively, and should not be used for other devices. 1 0 1 0 . -
Page 8: Front Panel Functions
OPT(TOSLINK), OPT3(TOSLINK), AES(AES/EBU) or COAX(COAXIAL). The selected input is displayed at Ⓐ and the display shows the Ⓐ Ⓑ sampling frequency at Ⓑ once DA3N detects the digital input signal. Note: Whenever changing the input "Unlock" is displayed in a flash before... - Page 9 DA3N User's Manual the sampling frequency is displayed. Note: Due to the input signal quality DA3N sometimes can not lock the signal properly resulting in having a noise in the music. In that case select the input again to reset the locking.
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Page 10: Digital Filter
D/A CONVERTER DA3N adjusted. Turn counterclockwise to minimize the volume to see VOL MUTE. Turn clockwise to see -90dB, -80dB, -7dB by each step. After -7dB one step goes by 6dB up to -54dB, and up to -4dB by 3dB. After -4dB volume will be increased by 1dB at one step. -
Page 11: Superlink" Digital Signal Transmission System
DA3N User's Manual FLAT PULSE "SUPERLINK" Digital Signal Transmission System SUPERLINK is CEC’s proprietary digital signal transmission system that transports music signals and synchronization(clock) signals with separate cables. The SPDIF(Sony Philips Digital Inter Face) and AES/EBU(Audio Engineering Society/European Broadcasting Union) systems, commonly... -
Page 12: Rear Panel Functions
❽ ❾ ● VARIABLE Analog outputs You may adjust the analog output level of DA3N by turning the VOLUME knob. You may connect your loud speaker system with amplifier or power amplifier to VARIABLE output; DA3N works as pre-amplifier. Note: VOLUME woks both Variable and headphone outputs. It is recommended that unused headphones should be disconnected. - Page 13 44.1kHz master clock input jack with a BNC connector. Connect to an external clock generator using a BNC (75Ω) cable. When the external master clock is supplied "M" is displayed. When DA3N is connected with a CD transport via SUPERLINK ( SL1 or...
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Page 14: How To Connect
● SUPERLINK Connection / BNC 75Ω BNC cables are supplied with DA3N. Connect DA3N’s SUPERLINK terminals to the same marked terminals on the CD Transport (TL1N or TL3N) with 75Ω BNC cables. （DATA ⇔ DATA, BCK ⇔ BCK, LRCK ⇔ LRCK, MCK ⇔ MCK）... - Page 15 DA3N User's Manual ● USB Connection Connect USB mini B or USB B plug to the DA3N’s USB terminal on front or rear panel. This way DA3N can be used as an external computer sound system. After connecting DA3N is automatically registered to the operating...
- Page 16 Connect to the COAXIAL terminal of any compatible digital audio device with a 75Ω COAXIAL (RCA) cable. If COAXIAL cable has an arrow mark, connect to DA3N at the direction of mark. ●Optical Connection TOSLINK optical fiber cable (round shaped mini-plug or squared shaped...
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Page 17: Remote Control Unit
● Precautions on Using the Remote Control Unit ❶ When operating the remote control, point it towards the remote sensor on the DA3N’s front panel. Make sure nothing is blocking the front panel where the remote sensor is located. ❷ Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel to direct sunlight or other light sources, as such exposure can cause malfunction. -
Page 18: Operation
Operation ●Basic Operation ❶ Power on DA3N and CD transport or computer connected to the DA3N. "WAIT" is displayed and about 6 seconds later current functions are displayed then DA3N can be operated. ❷ After the volume is minimized on DA3N or amplifier, power on the amplifier. - Page 19 During PULSE "P" is displayed. ●SUPERLINK（BNC or D-SUB 9) Operation ❼ When CD transport is connected with DA3N via SUPERLINK, external 44.1kHz master clock can be used. When the master clock is linked, "M" is displayed at Ⓓ .
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Page 20: Maintenance
D/A CONVERTER DA3N Maintenance ● If the surface of the DA3N case becomes soiled, wipe with a soft cloth or use diluted neutral cleaning liquid. Be sure to remove any fluid completely. Do not use thinner, benzene, alcohol, chemical cloths or bleaching agents as these may damage the surface of the DA3N case. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Make sure correct cable is used in the specific direction. ● Interference on the tuner The tuner is too close to the DA3N. Install the DA3N away from it or turn off the tuner’s power. ● Unresponsive to remote control Point the remote control towards the remote sensor on the front panel. -
Page 22: Service Contact Preparation
D/A CONVERTER DA3N Service Contact Preparation In case you need to contact the service center please prepare the following information. Model name and serial number: Purchase date: Dealer name and contact information: Description of the unit's problem:... -
Page 23: Specifications
DA3N User's Manual Specifications USB(.0) B x 1, USB(.0) mini B x 1 / 3 ～ 96kHz (but not compatible with 88.kH) Digital inputs / AES/EBU x 1 / 3 ～ 19kHz Sampling frequency COAXIAL x 1 / 3 ～ 19kHz Optical TOS x , Round mini x 1 / 3 ～... - Page 24 CEC Co., Ltd., Japan 1209-B...
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