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- Page 1 ALTAIR Wireless Streaming DAC USER’S GUIDE For Firmware Version 4.0 and Above Revision 1.0 AURALIC HONG KONG LIMITED Room 1501(114), 15/F SPA Centre, 53-55 Lockhart Road, Hong Kong Phone: +852 6852 3312. Fax: +852 8199 9198 Email: support@auralic.com | Website: www.auralic.com...
- Page 2 AURALiC or its licensors. The content of this manual is provided for information use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by AURALiC.
- Page 3 Memory Playback, the latest feature added to Lightning streaming technology allows ALTAIR to fetch and cache the entire track in its on-board memory or system storage in advance, and then to play locally without any network data transfer needed, in order to improve the sound quality to the highest level.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Placement .......................... 7 Check Your AC Mains Voltage .................... 7 Cabling .......................... 8 Operation ......................... 10 Power On/Off ........................ 1 0 Operation by RC-1 Remote Control ................. 1 0 Operation by Rotary Switch ..................... 1 3 To use ALTAIR as a streamer ....................14 To use ALTAIR as stand-alone USB DAC ................15 Operation Menu ....................... 16 INPUT ........................ 1 6 BALANCE ........................ 1 6 PHASE ........................ 1 6 FILTER ........................ 1 6 SYSTEM ........................ 1 7... - Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS All safety and operating instructions must be read before actual operation, and re- tained for future reference. This product should be connected only to the type of power source indicated on the back of the unit. If you are not sure of the type of your mains power supply, please consult your dealer or local power company.
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Page 6: Warranty
Costs associated with the return of this product are the sole responsibility of the owner. All repair work must be done by AURALiC or by an authorized AURALiC repair agency. Work done by unauthorized persons will avoid any and all warranty coverage. -
Page 7: Placement And Cabling
Placement and Cabling Placement ALTAIR should be placed on a solid and stable surface with good ventilation condition. Do not install this product near any heat sources such as radiators or other products (such as amplifiers) that produce heat. Site the product so that its location or position does not in- terfere with its proper ventilation. -
Page 8: Cabling
ALWAYS POWER OFF ALTAIR BEFORE CABLING! Analog Outputs The balanced and single-ended analog outputs of ALTAIR are buffered individually. These two outputs groups can be used simultaneously. However, we suggest you to disconnect unused ports to avoid any potential electromagnetic interference induced by cables. - Page 9 PERMANENTLY AND WILL VOID FACTORY WARRANTY! WiFi, Ethernet for Lightning Streaming The Lightning Streaming can be activated through Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection. Please refer to page 14 for detailed instruction on how to setup ALTAIR in your home network. USB Storage Input The USB storage port can deliver 5V/500mA current to power USB drive.
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Page 10: Operation
‘I’ position and will power off when the power switch is at ‘O’ position. As soon as ALTAIR is powered on, it will go to sleep mode. In the sleep mode, ALTAIR will only shut-down some parts of digital circuits, keep all analog on and the Femto clock active. - Page 11 Start Work When powered on, ALTAIR will be in sleep mode automatically. To start work, just press POWER (01) button, ALTAIR will run self-test and start. This operation is only available at main screen and is disabled in menu. Adjust Volume Based on your settings, volume can be set by VOL- (05) and VOL+ (06) or DOWN (11) and UP (10) buttons.
- Page 12 EXIT (03) or POWER (01). Any previous operation will not be saved except for balance setting (see page 17) after an exit operation is ap- plied. If no operation is applied for 15 seconds, ALTAIR will quit to main screen automatically.
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Page 13: Operation By Rotary Switch
Yes as confirmation. Operation by Rotary Switch ALTAIR uses also a Rotary Switch (7) to make all operations if you don't want to use the remote control. The rotary switch can be rotated in clockwise or anti-clockwise order at 20 steps for a full cycle and be pushed for confirmation. -
Page 14: To Use Altair As A Streamer
ALTAIR will quit to main screen automatically. To use ALTAIR as a streamer To use ALTAIR as a streamer, you will need to connect the device to your home network and control it through AURALiC Lightning DS control software. Lightning DS is available... -
Page 15: To Use Altair As Stand-Alone Usb Dac
Apple Mac OS X 10.6.4 or later, specific Linux system supporting USB 2.0 audio device, and all AURALiC Lightning streaming bridges such as ARIES do not need driver installation. USB driver is required for proper operations under all Microsoft Windows operation sys- tems including Windows 7 / 8 / 10. -
Page 16: Operation Menu
1. AES Switch to AES/EBU input channel. 2. COAX Switch to COAXIAL input channel. 3. STREAM (Default) Switch ALTAIR to work as a streamer. 4. TOSLINK Switch to TOSLINK input channel. 5. USB HS Switch to USB High Speed input channel. -
Page 17: System (Page 2)
20 (-40dB). INDVDL (default) Each input channel has its own volume setting. When you switch to new input channel, ALTAIR will fade in slowly to avoid sudden loud sound. Default volume for every input channel is 20(-40dB). BACK Back to previous menu. - Page 18 1. WIFI AP By using this operation, ALTAIR will create a WiFi network named ‘AURALiC- Lightning’. By joining this network, you can connect to ALTAIR using Lightning DS to control ALTAIR join particular home WiFi network or Ethernet. A warning mes- sage will be displayed before the operation is processed.
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Page 19: Maintenance & Service
Cleaning Only clean the enclosure with a soft, dry cloth. Extended Non-use Disconnect ALTAIR from mains power when it will be left unattended or unused for an extended period of time. Service If your ALTAIR encounters a problem, contact your dealer or AURALiC. Do not void the warranty by allowing unauthorized personnel for repair attempt. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Check the output cables between the ALTAIR and associated components, make sure all connections are well done. Make sure the output cables between the ALTAIR and the power amplifiers are not settled near any AC cables, power transformers, or other EMI inducing devices. -
Page 21: Specifications
Specifications Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 KHz, +/- 0.1 dB* THD+N <0.0003%, 20 Hz - 20 KHz at 0 dBFS Dynamic Range 124 dB, 20 Hz - 20 KHz, A-weighted Network shared folder USB Drive Internal Music Storage** uPnP/DLNA Media Server TIDAL and Qobuz streaming Streaming Inputs Internet Radio... - Page 22 AURALiC Lightning DS for iOS AURALiC RC-1 remote control Control Software OpenHome compatible control software uPnP compatible control software AURALiC RC-1 remote control User Interface 512*64 pixels OLED Display Sleep: <10W Power Consumption Playback: 35W at max. Dimension 11''W x 9''D x 2.6''H (33cm x 23cm x 6.5cm) Weight 7.0 pounds (3.2kg)
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I need a manual for the new model Auralic Altair G2.1 Thanks.
The manual for the Auralic Altair G2.1 can be found in the "ALTAIR Wireless Streaming DAC USER’S GUIDE" for firmware version 4.0 and above.
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