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  • Page 1 Lina Master Clock Getting Started Guide...
  • Page 2 Information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice, and whilst it is checked for accuracy, no liabilities can be accepted for errors. dCS is Data Conversion Systems Ltd. Company registered in England No. 2072115. dCS is a registered trademark of Data Conversion Systems Ltd.
  • Page 3 Introducing the LINA Master Clock The LINA Master Clock is an optional addition to your LINA system. While the LINA Network DAC and LINA Headphone Amplifier together deliver great performance, adding the LINA Master Clock improves the sound quality when using the network or USB inputs.

  • Page 4: What's In The Box

    What's in the box dCS LINA Master Clock Power cable (2m) 2x BNC cable (0.5m) Power Link cable Getting Started Guide Welcome letter (0.5m)
  • Page 5 Front Item Description Power button To switch on or enter sleep mode, press briefly. To switch off, press and hold until the status indicator turns off. Status When in sleep mode, the status indicator is dim white. When the unit is on, the status indicator is bright white. indicator...
  • Page 6 Rear Item Description POWER LINK RJ45 input. Connects the unit to other LINA units to enable Power Link. WORDCLOCK Word clock output 1. A 75Ω BNC connector, fixed at OUT 1 44.1kHz. Connects the unit to an audio device such as a DAC. Word clock is only used for synchronisation and does not carry digital audio data.
  • Page 7 Setting up Connecting the LINA range To connect the LINA Network DAC, LINA Master Clock and LINA Headphone Amplifier together: Position the LINA range. 2. Connect the LINA Network DAC to the LINA Headphone Amplifier. 3. Connect the LINA Master Clock to the LINA Network DAC.
  • Page 8 Stack the units vertically in the following order: • LINA Headphone Amplifier at the bottom • LINA Master Clock in the middle • LINA Network DAC on top To prevent overheating, we recommend that you leave some space around the units to allow for ventilation.
  • Page 9 You can lock the network and USB inputs on the LINA Network DAC to the LINA Master Clock. Switch on the LINA Network DAC and the LINA Master Clock. 2. On the LINA Network DAC, choose the network or USB input.
  • Page 10 If you lock an AES or SPDIF input on the LINA Network DAC to the LINA Master Clock, the source equipment will not be locked to the Clock, resulting in periodic clicks, dropouts or distortion. To use the LINA Network DAC in this way, use source equipment that has a word clock input and a Master Clock with extra outputs.

  • Page 11: Compliance And Safety

    (That is, make certain the equipment and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses.) (USA only) If necessary, consult dCS Americas Inc. or an experienced radio / television technician for additional suggestions.

  • Page 12: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Changes or modifications not expressly approved by dCS Americas Inc. could void the manufacturer’s warranty. This product has demonstrated electromagnetic interference compliance under conditions that included the use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded cables (including Ethernet network cables) must be used with this equipment.
  • Page 13 Do not install the unit near heat sources. • Use only the attachments and accessories specified by dCS. CAUTION To prevent the risk of electric shock and ensure the best audio performance, connect the unit to mains earth (ground) using the correct power cable.
  • Page 14 CAUTION The safety covers on the unit protect you from electric shock. • Do not remove the safety covers from the unit. • If you do remove the safety covers from the unit, it invalidates the warranty. NOTICE If the unit is damaged, do not use it and contact a qualified service engineer.
  • Page 15 NOTICE If the unit is cold and is moved into a warm room, condensation may form inside the unit. Condensation may interfere with the normal operation of the unit. If the unit has been kept somewhere cold, remove all packaging and leave it for 1-2 hours before using it to allow it to reach room temperature.
  • Page 16 dcsaudio.com @dCSonlythemusic info@dcsaudio.com Data Conversion Systems Ltd. Unit 1, Buckingway Business Park, Anderson Road, Swavesey, Cambridge, CB24 4AE, UK...