Beresford 2 Channel 24Bit/96kHz Audio Digital-to-Analogue Converter Instruction Manual

Caiman
Instruction Manual
2 Channel 24Bit/96kHz Audio Digital-to-Analogue Converter

Overview

The Caiman is a reference-quality digital-to-analogue audio converter featuring the
latest USB Audio technology, and Class-A Line output and headphone stages.
The Caiman is designed for maximum transparency and critical playback in any
audiophile applications.

Fixed Output Level connection

The Caiman Fixed Output is designed to connect to the CD input of an integrated or
pre-amplifier, which is the most common method of connection.

Burn in

Many users report that the sound output develops in quality after a few tens of hours
of use. The Caiman may be left powered on and playing a music stream with the
volume turned down for a few days to form your own view.

Direct connection to Power Amplifiers

The Caiman Variable Output is designed to connect directly to a power amplifier or
active speakers, which frequently results in a sizeable sound quality improvement.
A mute circuit eliminates pops when a digital signal is removed. Muting is also
enabled upon loss of power, or when digital transmission errors occur.

Front Panel

Digital Inputs

There are four digital input connectors (2 x coaxial, 1 x optical and 1 x USB).

Input Status Display

The Caiman has 4 LED's on the front panel that indicate which digital input is
selected.

Input Selector Switch

The input selector switches are located directly beneath the Input Status LEDs.

Stereo Headphone Socket

There is a stereo headphone socket that mutes the Variable RCA/PHONO output
when a headphone plug is inserted

Headphone Amplifier

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