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JDS Labs Element IV Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | A M P + D A C S E L E M E N T I V S U P P O R T O N L I N E B Y P H O N E B Y M A I L...
  • Page 2: Quick Setup

    S E C T I O N 1 Q U I C K S E T U P S T EP 0 1 S T E P 0 2 Connect USB cable between your computer and Connect AC power adapter to rear power jack the USB jack.
  • Page 3 -20 dB for most dynamic and planar headphones, depending on your music collection and preferences. For IEMS, expect to listen below -50 dBFS. Display Element IV displays status information while you interact, then vanishes so that your focus remains on listening. Input Mode...
  • Page 4: Options Menu

    For best experience, we recommend adjusting settings through Core. You will find up-to descriptions of each option and feature within Core. Core™ Core provides access to every setting available in Element IV, including graphical control of its 10-band parametric EQ. Visit core.jdslabs.com from a supported desktop browser: •...
  • Page 5: Usb Cables

    M UT E USB Cables Element IV ships with a 3ft (1m) USB Type C to A cable equipped with a ferrite core for optimal jitter and noise rejection. Longer cables can be used, but may increase jitter or compromise connection quality.
  • Page 6: Listening Tips

    Operating Care Element IV uses a high current power Element IV can be safely powered on 24/7, supply and runs warm to the touch. or you may power down. Avoid covering the top and sides.
  • Page 7: Computer Setup

    S E C T I O N 4 S E T U P Computer Setup Element IV requires no drivers in Windows 10/11, macOS, Linux, and modern versions of iOS or Android. You may optionally download drivers for Windows at jdslabs.com/drivers enable all bitrates, adjust Buffer Length (latency), and to enable an ASIO endpoint.
  • Page 8: Troubleshooting

    Cause: Flashing LEDs indicates no response from the main processor despite internal reset attempts. This may be caused by catastrophic power or water damage, for example. Solution: Please turn Element IV off, and then back on. If behavior persists, please reach out to jdslabs.com/support...
  • Page 9 This equipment has been tested and found to Application for Council Directives 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC, 2002/95/ comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, EC.Conformity declared for EN55022:2011, EN611000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. EN55024-2 J D S L A B S .