Features - Emotiva Differential Reference XDA-3 User Manual

XDA-3

Features

The XDA-3 is an audiophile quality two-channel digital-to-analog converter (DAC), with both
digital and analog inputs, which can be used as both a DAC and a control center or preamp. The
digital audio inputs on the XDA-3 support most standard sample rates and stereo digital audio
formats, the HDMI-ARC input accepts digital audio directly from your TV, and the analog inputs
enable you to connect analog sources like a phono preamp or portable audio player. Unlike many
less sophisticated DACs, the XDA-3 uses a digitally controlled analog ladder network volume
control, which doesn't reduce the resolution at low listening levels, for both its digital and analog
inputs. The XDA-3 also includes a high quality internal headphone amp, with a full-sized 1/4" front
panel headphone jack. An informative front panel display shows the current Volume and Input
selections, and changes to show the sample rate and format when you select a new Input or the
signal changes. We've also included a solid metal full function infrared remote control, which
enables you to control all major functions, including the seven user-selectable oversampling
filters provided by the XDA-3's audiophile quality ESS ES9038Q2M SABRE
Features offered by the XDA-3 include:
• The XDA-3 is both an audiophile quality DAC and a preamp, with both digital and analog
inputs, an analog ladder network volume control, and a high quality headphone amplifier.
• Four digital inputs (2 Coax and 2 Optical) which support up to 24/192k stereo PCM audio.
• One high-performance USB digital input that supports stereo PCM digital audio up to
32/768k, DoP DSD audio up to DSD256, and native DSD audio up to DSD512.
• One HDMI-ARC input which accepts digital audio directly from your TV.
• Audiophile quality ESS ES9038Q2M SABRE
• ESS Hyperstream® II DAC architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator for exceptional
digital performance and superb sound quality.
• Seven user-selectable oversampling filters to customize your listening experience.
• Differential Reference™ balanced design with OPA1656 low-distortion ultra-low-noise
op amps used throughout the analog stages.
• TPA6120A2 monolithic Class A/B current feedback headphone amplifier that delivers plenty of
power with exceptionally low noise and distortion.
• True fully balanced fully differential operation from the DAC chip to the balanced outputs.
• Separate balanced-to-unbalanced converter stage for the unbalanced outputs.
• Fully analog signal path for both balanced and unbalanced analog inputs.
• Trigger Input and Trigger Output enable the XDA-3 to both control and be controlled by other
trigger-enabled equipment.
• All features can be accessed and controlled directly from the machined aluminum full
function remote control (no complex menu system).
• Informative front panel display (with configurable brightness) for input and sample rate.
• Independent control and retention of main output level and headphone volume.
• Universal AC voltage—automatic 115VAC/230VAC operation.
• Transferrable 5-year warranty, 30-day in-home trial.
You can find more information about the Emotiva XDA-3 on our website at www.emotiva.com.
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