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MSB Technology Select DAC User Manual

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06.05.2021

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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@msbtechnology.com 06.05.2021...

  • Page 3: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Supported Formats 44.1kHz to 3,072kHz PCM up to 32 bits (Input dependent) 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 3.57Vrms Maximum (Digital 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: User Interface

    User Interface Menu The square button is single purpose. It will enter the setup Button mode at the top of the menu tree. If in the setup, and it doesn’t matter where, this button will exit the setup and return to the normal operational mode. Input The right and left arrows switch inputs.
  • Page 6 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 7 Additional Analog Inputs and Outputs In addition to the primary output module, additional analog inputs and a secondary analog output can be added. Isolated Provides a second analog output as single-ended or Analog balanced. Output Only one analog output module can be added per DAC.

  • Page 8: Removing And Installing Modules

    RS-232 XLR PREAMP THE SELECT DAC SERIAL INPUT OUTPUT RIGHTL RIGHTL WORD SYNC TOSLINK CHASSIS THE SELECT DESIGNED POWERBASE SERIAL MADE 12 VOLT CALIFORNIA TRIGGER TECHNOLOGY POWER 2 GROUNDING TERMINALS 105-130. 210-260 VAC POWER 1 CHASSIS THE SELECT DESIGNED POWERBASE...

  • 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 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 (See powerbase manual for details)

  • Page 12: Setup Menu Options

    Saving Menu and Startup Settings When changing settings in the menu, use the enter button in the center of your volume wheel on the remote or the circle on the DAC faceplate to confirm settings in the DAC menu. After you have made your changes in the DAC menu, use the menu button to exit the DAC menu completely to save the changes you have made in the DAC menu.
  • Page 13 Setup Menu Continued... Manual with smart Input switching • Only allows manual switching between active and previously active inputs. The ‘Auto’ mode is not available. Auto with smart (Default) • Allows manual and auto switching between active and previously active inputs. Auto with all inputs •...
  • Page 14 Technical Specifications AC Voltage 120/240V (Auto switching) Optional 100V fixed configuration Power Consumption 100 Watts with fully configured Select DAC Less than 2W standby Chassis Dimensions Width: 17.5 in (444 mm) Depth: 17.5 in (444 mm) Height without feet: 3 in (79 mm) Stack height: 3.625 in (92 mm)
  • Page 15 Powerbase Controls There is one button on the front of the powerbase as well as two control features just under the front of the powerbase on the bottom. White - Power on. Red - Power off. indications Amber - Linked mode, 12 volt trigger controlled. Flashing Amber - Over-voltage protection.
  • Page 16 Ground Jumper IN - Basic Operation The Basic Operation provides isolation only for the DAC. This gets you half the protection available. 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 18: Technical Support

    Technical Support If you are experiencing 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 19 The Select DAC Limited Warranty Warranty includes: • MSB warrantys the unit against defects in materials and workman- ship 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.

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