Perreaux Audiant DP32 Owner's Manual

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Audiant DP32 DAC Preamplifier
Owners Manual

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  • Page 1 Audiant DP32 DAC Preamplifier Owners Manual...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    This device is supplied with a non-rewireable mains plug for the intended country. • Replacement mains leads can be obtained from your Perreaux dealer. Should you need to change the plug please dispose of it carefully. A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket.
  • Page 3: General Safety Instructions

    DO NOT bypass any fuse, replace only with the value and type specified. • DO NOT attempt to repair the device. In the event of a problem, please contact your Perreaux dealer. • DO NOT operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Perreaux Industries Ltd. assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Perreaux, the Perreaux logo and Audiant are trademarks of Perreaux Industries...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for choosing this Audiant DP32 DAC Preamplifier. We sincerely hope it provides you with many years of music listening pleasure. The Audiant DP32 is a fully balanced preamplifier incorporating a high resolution 32-bit/192kHz digital to analogue converter (DAC). The DP32 can be used as a high-end stand-alone DAC with multiple digital inputs when used in fixed output mode.
  • Page 6: Installation

    Your Audiant DP32 should be placed in a position that does not restrict the airflow around it. Allow at least 80mm (3 inches) above and to each side of the unit and mount the Audiant DP32 on a flat surface for air circulation to allow heat to dissipate.
  • Page 7: Connecting

    The Power switch turns power to the unit on and off. Mains Power Socket The Mains Power Socket is used with the removable mains power cord to supply your Audiant DP32 DAC preamplifier with power. Before connecting the DP32 to the mains power, please check the voltage label on the rear panel to ensure that your amplifier conforms to the power supply in your area.
  • Page 8: Rs232 Port

    RS232 Port The RS232 port allows external serial control of the Audiant DP32 for custom install use. A full command set is available on the Perreaux website. This port can also be used by Perreaux service personnel for software updates.
  • Page 9: Line Out

    With the switch set to ‘HT’ the volume control is bypassed and accepts pre out analogue audio signals from home theatre receivers and surround processors allowing the Audiant DP32 to be easily integrated into a home theatre system. Please ensure the volume level of the connected processor is suitably attenuated before selecting this input.
  • Page 10: Operation

    Operation - Front Panel Standby Button The Standby Button switches the unit between Standby mode (indicated by dim standby LED) and On (indicated by bright standby LED). The unit should be left in Standby mode when not in use. Source Buttons The Source Buttons allow you to select the source component that you wish to listen to.
  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Operation - Remote Control Standby Display The Standby key The Display key adjusts switches the preamplifier the display options, between On and Standby scrolling through mode. FULL, MEDIUM and LOW brightness and Source Up & Down display OFF, although The Source keys scroll the Standby LED will through the source remain on at a reduced...
  • Page 12: Care And Maintenance

    Notes: Always switch the unit off and remove the power cord from the rear of the unit before attempting to clean your Audiant DP32 DAC Preamplifier in the manner described below. Never apply liquid directly to the unit.
  • Page 13: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications All specifications are accurate at the time of printing. Perreaux Industries Ltd. reserves the right to adjust specifications without notice. All specifications measured at 240V after a 10 minute warm up period using an Audio Precision ATS-2 Audio Analyser. Measurements taken at 65kHz bandwidth, unless specified otherwise. Digital to analogue converter measurements taken using 24-bit/96kHz input signal.
  • Page 14: Digital Section

    Digital Section Digital to Analogue Converter: ESS Tech Sabre ES9018 Reference 32-bit DAC Maximum Input Word Length: 32-bit (AES/EBU, Coax, Optical) 24-bit (USB) Maximum Input Sample Rate: 192kHz (all digital inputs) DAC Output Voltage: 3.8V @ 0dBFS Master Clock Oscillator Frequencies: 44.1kHz, 88.2kHz, 176.4kHz 22.5792MHz 48kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz...
  • Page 15: Physical Dimensions

    Physical Dimensions 67mm (2.6”) 431mm (17.0”) 305mm (12.0”)
  • Page 16: Contact Details

    Installation Notes Please record the serial number of your Audiant DP32 DAC Preamplifier for future reference. Serial Number: __________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Contact Details Perreaux Industries Ltd. PO Box 305 Mosgiel Dunedin 9053...
  • Page 17 Perreaux Industries Ltd. PO Box 305 Mosgiel Dunedin 9053 New Zealand T: +64 3 489 2975 F: +64 3 489 2976 E: nz.info@perreaux.com W: www.perreaux.com...

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