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EF500 Balanced Headphone Amplifier and DAC User Guide...
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Hello Thank you for choosing the HIFIMAN EF500, our flagship amplifier/DAC. This Owners Manual will provide a helpful overview and familiarize you with the product’s features and proper usage.
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The company’s expert R&D team features industry professionals with extensive experience in “voicing” high-end headphones and electronics. Following the success of the EF600, HIFIMAN introduces the EF500, designed for audiophile-grade desktop performance. Featuring HIFIMAN's acclaimed R2R Hymalaya LE DAC, EF500...
Table of Contents Important Specifications In-box Accessories Front Panel Layout Real Panel Layout Bottom Panel Layout Connect to PC or Mobile phone via USB cable HIFIMAN Limited Warranty EF500 User Guide...
7. To avoid hearing loss, always maintain a moderate listening volume when using headphones /earphones. 8. Be careful to ensure the EF500 is used only by adults who understand the proper option. Keep the Amp/DAC away from children. Likewise, high temperatures and potentially damaging chemicals and solvents such as butane lighters, gasoline, insecticides, etc.
Max Power Output:4.5 WPC@32Ω balanced/ 1.32 WPC@32Ω unbalanced Weight: ~3.37kg Dimension: see below graphic for all details 58mm 80mm 229mm 223mm 220mm 150mm 26mm In-box Accessories Power Cable x1 Note: Specifications and features are subject to change without notice. EF500 User Guide...
6.35mm Single-ended Headphone Output XLR 4-Pin Balanced Headphone Output * When operates the 4-level function switch, the corresponding functions of the LED lights (white) are: High Gain NOS, High Gain OS, Low Gain OS, Low Gain NOS EF500 User Guide...
If not, the power supply should be turned off and the power cable disconnected before adjusting the voltage selector to AC 115V/230V conform to local standards. The value Voltage Selector displayed on the red voltage switch is the current voltage. EF500 User Guide...
For WIN XP and older, please visit http://hifiman.com/services to download the appropriate driver. Connect to Mobile Phone Connect the HIFIMAN EF500 to a mobile phone with the appropriate USB cable. ( Note: USB charging cable is not applicable. ) Confirm setup connection: The mobile phone should automatically recognize the device.
HIFIMAN Limited Warranty EF500 is warrantied for a period of one year beginning with the original date of purchase. If you join the official HIFIMAN group on Facebook, your product warranty will be extended for an additional six months. Please contact HIFIMAN customer service if you need any assistance.
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If you have any questions or concerns with your product, simply contact your authorized dealer or HIFIMAN directly (if purchased from us) and explain the issue in detail. Should a return be required, a RA# will be issued. Return shipping to HIFIMAN or authorized service facility will be at the owner’s expense.