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- Page 1 Lina Headphone Amplifier 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.
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Page 3: What's In The Box
What's in the box dCS LINA Headphone Power Link cable Power cable (2m) Amplifier (0.5m) Getting Started Guide Welcome letter... - Page 4 Front Item Description ¼ " (6.35 mm) jack Connect headphones. output 4-pin balanced XLR Connect headphones. output 3-pin balanced XLR Connect headphones (for use together with output (left channel) item 4). 3-pin balanced XLR Connect headphones (for use together with output (right item 3).
- Page 5 Item Description Power / Input button When the unit is switched off, press to switch it on. When the unit is switched on, press to change input. When the unit is switched on, press and hold for 2 seconds to switch it off. Status indicator When the unit is on, the status indicator is bright white, blue or magenta depending on the input.
- Page 6 Rear Item Description UNBAL. RIGHT Unbalanced RCA analogue inputs. Connects the UNBAL. LEFT unit to an audio source. BAL. RIGHT Balanced XLR analogue inputs. Connects the unit to BAL. LEFT an audio source. BAL. RIGHT Buffered, balanced XLR analogue inputs. Connects BAL. LEFT the unit to an audio source. POWER LINK RJ45 input.
- Page 7 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 • Place the units side by side. • 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...
- Page 9 2. Connecting the LINA Network DAC to the LINA Headphone Amplifier You can connect the LINA Network DAC to the LINA Headphone Amplifier using the balanced XLR sockets. Using two balanced XLR cables, connect the BAL. LEFT and BAL. RIGHT outputs on the LINA Network DAC to the BAL. LEFT and BAL. RIGHT inputs on the LINA Headphone Amplifier.
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Page 10: Connecting Inputs
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. Connecting inputs You can use the input sockets on the LINA Headphone Amplifier to connect source audio equipment, such as DACs. -
Page 11: Connecting Headphones
At the rear of the LINA Headphone Amplifier, connect suitable cables. • If you are using the balanced inputs, connect XLR cables to the BAL. LEFT and BAL. RIGHT sockets. • If you are using the unbalanced inputs, connect RCA phono cables to the UNBAL. LEFT and UNBAL. RIGHT sockets. -
Page 12: Changing The Volume
Using the LINA Headphone Amplifier Changing the source input To change the source input, press the Power / Input button on the front of the unit. The status indicator colour shows the current input. Status indicator Input colour White Balanced XLR. Recommended when connecting the unit to the LINA Network DAC. -
Page 13: 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 14: 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 15 • Do not install the unit near heat sources. • Use only the attachments and accessories specified by dCS. CAUTION To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods of time. Prolonged exposure to high volumes when using headphones may damage your hearing.
- Page 16 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. • A grounding type plug has two blades and a grounding prong, which is provided for safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, contact a qualified electrician.
- Page 17 NOTICE Damage caused to the unit by misuse of a mains regenerator or by a malfunctioning mains regenerator is not covered by the warranty. • We do not recommend the use of mains regenerators. • If you want to use a mains regenerator with variable voltage and frequency, set the voltage to match your local voltage.
- Page 20 dcsaudio.com @dCSonlythemusic info@dcsaudio.com Data Conversion Systems Ltd. Unit 1, Buckingway Business Park, Anderson Road, Swavesey, Cambridge, CB24 4AE, UK...