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The Select DAC
User Guide
Check our website for the most recent user guides,
firmware and drivers at:
www.msbtechnology.com
Technical support email is:
Hello@msbtechnology.com
07.23.2024

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  • Page 1 The Select DAC User Guide Check our website for the most recent user guides, firmware and drivers at: www.msbtechnology.com Technical support email is: Hello@msbtechnology.com 07.23.2024...
  • Page 3 Any Select DAC support videos, as well as other related product videos, can be found online by visiting the URL listed below or by scanning the following QR Code. www.youtube.com/@msbtechnology This user guide is modeled after the following firmware revisions: The Select DAC: 3.1.2.1 The Select Digital Director: 11.11...

  • Page 4: Setup And Quick Start

    Setup and Quick Start The Select DAC interface is simple with few user controls. The input source defaults to auto switching and the display will let you know if you have an active input. Make the necessary connections, power on your system and turn the volume knob up until you hear music.
  • Page 5 Step 3. Connect the Analog outputs of your Select DAC to the power amplifier(s) in your audio system. Step 4. Connect all of your desired digital audio sources to the matching digital inputs on your Select DAC. The DAC will automatically switch to any active digital input source.
  • Page 6 Step 5. Connect both powerbases with the supplied 3.5mm mini jack cable by plugging it into the 12 volt remote trigger connections. Be sure to check that the primary powerbase ‘power control switch’ is set to the ‘NORMAL’ position. The secondary powerbase switch set to ‘LINKED’. This allows the primary powerbase to control the secondary one without them having to be turned on/off seperatley.
  • Page 7 Step 6. Connect the Select Powerbase using the supplied IEC cable. The unit will automatically switch to the required mains voltage. Step 7. Turn on your DAC using the button on the front of your Primary Select Powerbase, play a digital audio file, and slowly turn up the volume on your Select DAC until you can hear music.
  • Page 8 DAC User Interface Menu The Menu button is single purpose: it will enter the Button setup menu at the top of the menu tree. If in the setup menu (it doesn’t matter where), this button will exit the setup menu and return to the normal audio listening function.
  • Page 9 Select Powerbase The powerbase contains isolation technology. The powerbase detects the input voltage and switches to 120 volt or 240 volt operation. It is also available in a fixed 100 volt configuration. The Select powerbase has over-voltage protection. Two fuses are provided: - 5A 250V SLO BLO - 5 mm x 20 mm miniature fuse (This is the main fuse).
  • Page 10 The MSB Remote Power On/Off Powerbase on and off. When the powerbase is linked to an amplifier or MSB product via the 12 volt trigger system, this button will turn off the entire system. Indicator LED While in use: White - Command Sent Red and White - Command Sent and Low Battery Red Flashing - Needs Charging...

  • Page 12: Phase Invert

    Saving Menu and Startup Settings When changing settings in the menu, use the enter button in the center of your volume wheel on the remote or the right arrow on the Digital Director to confirm settings in the menu. In oder to save the changes you have made in the menu, use the “menu button”...
  • Page 16 About the Input Module Slots The Digital Director has four input module slots. They are labeled A through D. Input modules can be placed in any position. Each module is completely self-contained. It is recognized by the Digital Director and identified on the display. When the module is not in use, it is disabled.
  • Page 17 Available Input Modules If the digital inputs in the Digital Director do not fulfill your full digital input requirements, a list of the currently available modules and their intended uses are listed below. A full digital list of these inputs, as well as a comprehensive list of pros and cons for each input format, can be found online by scanning the following QR Code or by visiting the URL listed below.

  • Page 18: Updating Firmware

    Updating Firmware The following firmware instructions are for updating DAC and Digital Director firmware. If you do not have a Digital Director installed in your system, then ignore any Digital Director instructions. The firmware files are .WAV audio files. Updating DAC Firmware - Before Digital Director Install To start, if you have not installed your digital director in your system, first begin by updating the DAC firmware.
  • Page 19 Updating Firmware with a Digital Director (cont.) Now, play the DAC firmware update. After the DAC firmware is installed and complete, you can now play the Digital Director firmware. Finally, go back into the menu and enable the Digital Director filtering again. After the firmware updates are complete, you can check for a successful connection between the Digital Director and DAC indicated by a small “+”...
  • Page 20 Select Powerbase - Advanced Setup The Select Powerbase has a ground shield network that can offer a slight increase in sonic performance by connecting all of your MSB products in a chain and lifting the chassis ground connections. Shielding Ground - Basic Operation The Basic Operation provides isolation only for the DAC.
  • Page 21 Shielding Ground - Enhanced Operation (cont.) With the jumpers disconnected, connect the supplied ground wire from the AMPLIFIER GROUND lug of ONE powerbase to the chassis of ONE of your mono-block amplifiers or to your single stereo amplifier. Note this connection is dependent on the amplifier so you will have to look for the best place to attach the wire.
  • Page 22 The Select DAC Warranty Registration All MSB Technology products come with a standard 2-year warranty. Details are defined below. We offer an additional 3 years of extended warranty for the original owner (a total of 5 years) if the following warranty registration form is completed within one year of the manufacture date.
  • Page 23 The Select DAC Limited Warranty Warranty includes: • MSB warranty covers the unit against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the original manufacture date. • This warranty covers parts and labor only; it does not cover shipping charges or tax/duty.
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  • Page 25: Technical Support

    Technical Support If you are experiencing any issues with your MSB product, please contact your nearest dealer or try our support page at www.msbtechnology. com/support. Please be sure you have the most current edition of your products’ firmware installed. If your issue persists, please feel free to contact MSB directly.
  • Page 26 Select DAC Specifications Supported Formats 44.1kHz to 3,072kHz PCM up to 32 bits (Input dependent) 1xDSD, 2xDSD, 4xDSD, 8xDSD Supports DSD via DoP on all inputs Digital Inputs 4x Advanced isolated input module slots XLR Analog Inputs 100K Ohm Balanced 12Vrms Maximum Isolated when not selected XLR Analog...
  • Page 27 Select Powerbase Specifications AC Voltage 120/240V (Auto switching) Optional 100V fixed configuration Power Consumption 100 Watts with fully configured Select DAC Less than 2W standby Chassis Dimensions Width: 17.5 in (444 mm) Depth: 17.5 in (444 mm) Height without feet: 3 in (79 mm) Stack height: 3.625 in (92 mm) Weight: 42 lbs (18.9 kg) Shipping Dimen-...