Variable Volume Control; Using As A Source (Connecting To A Preamplifier, Etc.); Using As A Digital Preamplifier (Connecting Direct To An Amplifier); Using As A Amplifier (Dms-550 Only) - Cary Audio Design DMS-600 Owner's Manual

VARIABLE VOLUME CONTROL

The volume control is located on the hand held remote. The DMS-500/550/600 will display a pop-up
as shown below when adjusting volume for all Network, USB/SD, and Internet sources.
Note: For SPDIF sources, the volume is on-screen at all times.
USING AS A SOURCE (CONNECTING TO A PREAMPLIFER, ETC.)
When using the DMS-500/550/600 as a source unit and connecting to a preamplifier, integrated
amplifier, or receiver, it is recommended to set the volume to "Independent Volume". The
Independent Volume setting allows for adjusting the volume to each input of the DMS-500/550/600
to volume match the output of multiple connected sources. This is useful if some sources have a
much greater or lesser output and you find yourself having to constantly turn your preamplifier's
volume up or down to reach a comfortable level upon changing DMS-500/550/600 inputs. For the
greatest sonic benefit, it is recommended to set the volume to max volume 8.0 (3.0 volts).
However, please check your associated equipment's documentation to be sure it can accommodate
a 3.0 volt input. Otherwise, set the volume/voltage level that match the highest acceptable input
voltage of your associated equipment.
Note: The default Reset Independent Volume setting is -13.5
USING AS A DIGITAL PREAMPLIFIER (CONNECTING DIRECT TO AN AMPLIFER)
When using the DMS-500/550/600 as a digital preamplifier (connecting it directly to an amplifiers
inputs), it is recommended to set the volume to "Master Volume". This will output the same volume
for all connected sources. If using the DMS-500/550/600 as a digital preamplifier, be sure to turn
ON the DMS-500/550/600 BEFORE turning on your amplifier. Then, set the DMS-
500/550/600 volume to - 98.5 (or mute). Only after being sure the volume is turned down,
turn on your amplifier and gradually turn up the DMS-500/550/600 volume to an appropriate
listening level. Otherwise, extreme damage may occur to your amplifier, speakers or hearing.
Note: The default Reset Master Volume setting is -30.0
USING AS A HEADPHONE AMPLIFER (DMS-550 ONLY)
The DMS-550 has independent volume control for headphone use. When inserting headphones into
the ¼" jack, the sound output from the rear RCA and XLR jacks will be rerouted to the headphones
and the volume will be automatically reduced as to not damage the headphones. Use the volume
control on the IR remote or the volume slider within the control apps to adjust volume to the
headphone. When headphones are disconnected from the headphone jack, the output volume will
be restored to rear RCA and XLR jacks at the previous listen level prior to connecting the
headphones.
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