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The Select DAC
User Guide
Check our website for the most recent user
guides, firmware, and drivers:
www.msbtechnology.com
Technical support email is:
techsupport@msbtech.com
05.29.18

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  • Page 1 The Select DAC User Guide Check our website for the most recent user guides, firmware, and drivers: www.msbtechnology.com Technical support email is: techsupport@msbtech.com 05.29.18...
  • Page 3: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Supported Formats 44.1kHz to 3,072kHz PCM up to 32 bits (Input depedent) 1xDSD, 2xDSD, 4xDSD, 8xDSD Supports DSD via DoP on all inputs Digital Inputs 4x Advanced isolated input module slots XLR Analog Inputs 100K Ohm Balanced 12Vrms Maximum Isolated when not selected XLR Analog Outputs 3.57Vrms Maximum (Digital Input) 12Vrms Maximum (Analog Input)
  • Page 4: Setup And Quick Start

    Setup and Quick Start The interface is quite simple with few user controls. Input source defaults on to auto switching. The display will let you know if you have an active input. On power up, the volume is reset to the programmed startup level.
  • Page 5 About the 4 input module slots The DAC has four input module slots. They are labeled A through D. There are two classes of input modules, analog and digital. Analog modules must be placed adjacent to the analog output module. They can be either be additional analog inputs or a second analog output module.
  • Page 6: Removing And Installing Modules

    RS-232 XLR PREAMP THE SELECT DAC SERIAL INPUT OUTPUT RIGHTL RIGHTL WORD SYNC TOSLINK CHASSIS THE REFERENCE DESIGNED POWERBASE SERIAL MADE 12 VOLT CALIFORNIA TRIGGER TECHNOLOGY POWER 2 GROUNDING TERMINALS 105-130. 210-260 VAC POWER 1 Removing and Installing Modules Removal and installation of modules is a completely tool free process that is easily performed at the back of the unit.
  • Page 7: Setup Menu Options

    Setup Menu Options Display brightness This can be adjusted from 1 - 10 Display On (Default) • The display is on continuously. Auto off • The display is off but will turn on momentarily when the volume or input changes. DSD mode Optimized •...
  • Page 8 The MSB Remote Indicator LED While in use: White - Command Sent Red and White - Command Sent and Low Battery Red Flashing - Needs Charging While charging: Red - Charging White - Fully Charged Power Powerbase on and off. When the powerbase is linked to an amplifier or MSB product, this button will turn off the entire system...
  • Page 9: Loading New Firmware

    The Heart of the System - Preamp and DAC This product is a unique combination of a very high performance DAC and the ultimate passive preamp. For the best possible sound in your system, it should be connected directly to your audio amplifiers. Our preamp philosophy is based on the belief that from the moment analog audio is created, every transition that is made degrades the sound quality.
  • Page 10 Select Dual and Mono Powerbases The powerbase contains isolation technology. The powerbase detects the input voltage and switches to 120 volt or 240 volt operation. It is also available in a fixed 100 volt configuration. All powerbases have over-voltage protection. Two fuses are provided: - 5A 250V SLO BLO - 5 mm x 20 mm miniature fuse (This is the main fuse).
  • Page 11 Powerbase - 12 Volt Remote Trigger This powerbase is equipped with a remote trigger for use with other MSB products. The trigger uses a 3 pin mini jack. When any MSB product is turned off, the other products connected will also turn off and vice-versa.
  • Page 12 Ground Jumper IN - Basic Operation The Basic Operation provides isolation only for the DAC. This gets you half the protection available. For full protection, be sure the jumper is in place between the Chassis Ground and Amplifier Ground. This is the shipping configuration. NEVER OPERATE WITHOUT THE JUMPER OR A GROUND WIRE ATTACHED.
  • Page 13 Mono Powerbase Grounding Diagram In the configuration you will lift the Grounding lug jumper on both powerbases and then make a connection between the “Amp Ground” lug on both the powerbases and then add an additional lead from ONE of your powerbases to ONE of your mono-block amplifiers or to your single stereo amplfier.
  • Page 14: Technical Support

    Technical Support If you are expierencing any issues with your MSB product, please contact your nearest dealer or try our support page at www.msbtechnology.com/support. Please be sure you have the most current edition of your products firmware installed. If your issue persists please feel free to contact MSB directly.
  • Page 15 The Select DAC Limited Warranty Warranty includes: • MSB warrantys the unit against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 10 years from the date the unit was originally shipped from MSB. • This warranty covers parts and labor only, it does not cover shipping charges or tax/duty. During the Warranty period, there will normally be no charge for parts or labor.

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