NAIM DAC Brochure

Everything comes together
If exceptional music making is the first hallmark of With the addition of a DAC, existing preamplifiers
the Naim DAC, the second is versatility. can be incorporated into digital audio systems.
Versatility comes thanks to S/PDIF inputs that can The Naim DAC can be controlled by a Naim
accommodate either optical or coaxial formats preamplifier remote control, seamlessly integrating
and USB inputs that can accommodate memory analogue and digital inputs across the two
sticks and iPod and iPhone models. It arises also units. The DAC becomes an extension of the
from the numerous Naim system upgrades that preamplifier. And when a USB stick, iPod or
the DAC makes possible. Simultaneously with its iPhone is docked, the DAC front panel input
introduction, the CDX2 and CD5 XS CD players buttons transform to operate as playback controls.
have gained S/PDIF outputs and can now benefit
significantly from use with the DAC.
Connect to DAC
iPod Hard Disk player
Connect an iPod (generation 5 models and above) Connect a hard disk player or music server to play
to play its stored music or music streamed from your stored or network music.
network via UPnP over Wi-Fi.
iPhone CD player
Connect an iPhone to play its stored music or music Connect a CD player digital output to play CDs.
streamed from your network via UPnP over Wi-Fi.
Mac USB stick
Connect a Mac digital output to play its stored music or Connect a USB memory stick to play stored standard
music streamed from your network via UPnP over Wi-Fi. or high resolution music.
PC Streaming device
Connect a PC external sound card digital output to Connect a music streaming device to play multi-room
play stored or network music. streamed music.
DVD player Satellite TV receiver
Connect a DVD player digital output for stereo Connect a set-top-box satellite TV receiver digital
playback of DVD-A discs. output to play satellite TV audio.
Games console TV
Connect a games console digital audio output to play Connect a TV digital output to play TV audio.
games audio.
DC1 Digital Coaxial interconnect
Cables play a part in the Naim DAC experience.
The DC1 digital coaxial cable, available in all BNC
and RCA Phono options, is the perfect conduit for
connection to the DAC from any digital source.
NAIM AUDIO LIMITED
Southampton Road • Salisbury • England • SP1 2LN
Tel: +44 (0) 1722 426600 • Fax: +44 (0) 871 230 1012
www.naimaudio.com
Specification
AUDIO OUTPUTS FORMATS
Audio Outputs: 2 (RCA and DIN, selectable) Audio files supported: USB = WAV ( LPCM up to 32bit / 768kHz)
Line Output Fixed: 2.2V RMS
Frequency Response: 10Hz to 20kHz +0.1dB/-0.5dB SAMPLE RATE
THD: <0.002% USB: 32kHz to 768kHz, 24bit
S/PDIF: 32kHz to 192kHz, 24 bit
INPUTS iPod, iPhone: 48kHz max
Digital Inputs: 8 (2 coaxial BNC, 2 coaxial phono, 4 optical TOSLiNk)
USB: front and rear panel - the front overrides the rear POWER
Supply Voltage: 100V, 115V, 230V AC; 50/60Hz
CONTROL Power Consumption: <30VA (max inc iPod charging)
IR Input: front and rear panel
IR Output: rear panel socket PHYSiCAL
Dimensions (mm): 70 x 432 x 301 (HxWxD)
Weight: 5.6kg
Colour: black
Finish: anodised fascia, painted cover
"Made for iPod" means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. "Works with iPhone" means that
an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPhone and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its
compliance with safety and regulatory standards. iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
DAC: digital to analogue conversion by Naim